ONGOING EVENTS

• COME PLAY INSIDE – The Paris Civic Center has an indoor pool, track, weights and fitness machines. Pay by the visit or become a member. Located on Volunteer Drive, for information, call 731-644-2517.
• GET ARTSY – Learn to play an instrument, sing, paint, create pottery and more at Paris Academy for the Arts. Visit schoolforarts.org for class schedules and details.
• LATEST FILMS – Enjoy six screens and the latest movie releases at the Parisian Theatre on Jim Adams Drive. Info line is 731-642-7171.
• LEARN ABOUT YOUR HEALTH – The Henry County Medical Center offers FREE monthly educational seminars/screenings including Joint Replacement, Childbirth, Cardiac Rehab Nutrition, Shopping Smart, Medicare, Chronic Disease Management, and more. Participants must pre-register at 731-644-3463 or at www.hcmc-tn.org.
• EIFFEL TOWER PARK – Plan a day of fun at the new pickleball courts, Blue Cross Blue Shield play area, hiking trails, splash pad and swimming pool, and so much more.
• NEED A GOOD BOOK TO READ? – Head over to the W.G. Rhea Public Library. You can find something to read, check out a DVD, or find something cool for the kiddos to do. Get ready for the Summer Reading Program! For more information, call 731-642-1702.
• LET’S GO FISHIN’ – Paris Landing Marina has lots of Fishing Tournaments coming up! So grab a pole and head out to beau ful Kentucky Lake. For more information, call 731-641-4474.

WORLD’S BIGGEST FISH FRY APRIl

SATURDAY, APRIL 22

• 5K HUSHPUPPY DASH Sponsor: Hosford Electric, Hulme’s Sporting Goods
  7 am registration . . . 8 am start . . . HC Fairgrounds
• CAR & BIKE SHOW/CRUISE IN . . . 8 am-4 pm . . . KPAC Volunteer Drive
  Sponsor: Satterfield Auto
• DEMOLITION DERBY . . . 7 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds
  Sponsor: Martin Construction

MONDAY, APRIL 24

• STREET DANCE . . . 7-9 pm . . . Downtown Paris
  Sponsor: Chesemore Dental Group, Henry County Monument Works

TUESDAY, APRIL 25

• CARNIVAL . . . 5-11 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds
• COUNTRY DANCE Sponsor: Southside Cafe 7-10 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26

• FISH TENT All-You-Can- Eat . . . 5-9 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds
  Sponsor: Holley Credit Union
• CARNIVAL . . . 5 pm-Midnight . . . HC Fairgrounds

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

• ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW . . . 5-8:30 pm . . . Enoch Bldg
• FISH TENT Sponsor: Holley Credit Union . . . 11 am -9 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds
• CARNIVAL . . . 5-11 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

• ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW . . . 10 am – 8:30 pm . . . Enoch Bldg
• GRAND PARADE . . . 10 am . . . E. Wood Street
  Sponsor: TVA
• FISH TENT Sponsor: Holley Credit Union . . . 11 am -9 pm . . . HC Fairgrounds
• CARNIVAL . . . 11 am – Midnight . . . HC Fairgrounds
• RODEO, BULLS & BARRELS Sponsor: AT&T . . . 7:30 pm . . . Fairgrounds

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

• ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW . . . 10 am – 8:30 pm . . . Enoch Bldg
• SMALL FRY PARADE . . . 10 am . . . Downtown Paris
  Sponsor: Foundation Bank
• BILL WILLIAMS CATFISH RACES . . . 11 am . . . Downtown Paris
• JUNIOR FISHING RODEO . . . 11 am – 1 pm . . . Williams Lake
  Sponsor: Hulme Sporting Goods, TWRA, Dicus Disposal
• CARNIVAL . . . 11 am – Midnight . . . Fairgrounds
• FISH TENT Sponsor: Holley Credit Union . . . 11 am -9 pm . . . Fairgrounds
• RODEO, BULLS & BARRELS Sponsor: AT&T . . . 7:30 pm . . . Fairgrounds

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

• CARNIVAL . . . 1-6 pm . . . Fairgrounds

MARCH

• MARCH 17 – Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
• MARCH 17 – Krider Performing Arts Center presents Jersey Nights – The Hits of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at 7 pm. Tickets are $27-$33. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• MARCH 2024 – Spring Break in Henry County and the PSSD school systems! School’s out so make the most of it. Visit our beautiful parks or spend the day at the lake hiking or boating.
• MARCH 24 – Head to KPAC for a night of laughter with Comedian Killer Beaz at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $35-$50. For information, call 731-644-2517.

APRIL

• APRIL 1 – The 7th Annual Easton’s Angels Fun Walk & Balloon Release presented by Easton’s Angels. Event is from 3-6 pm at the Fairgrounds. Free family friendly fun with music by the Ray Lewis Band. Enjoy cowboy/cowgirl themed activities with a special appearance by Cody Nance. There’s also a mechanical bull, pictures with Woody and Jessie, food trucks, inflatables and more! For more informa on, check out Easton’s Angels on Facebook
• APRIL 1 – Easter at the Clay Sheds, Future Visions Farms, 1910 Whitlock Road, 10 am-4 pm. Hayride Easter egg hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, petting zoo, pony rides, and much more. $5 admission per person. Follow on Facebook for more information.
• APRIL 2 19 – Paris Henry County Arts Council presents the 37th Annual Artist Showcase at W.G. Rhea Library. Admission is free. For more information, call 731-642-3955.
• APRIL 2 – Palm Sunday
• APRIL 37 – Holy Week Services are held each day at noon at a local church. Brief services are followed by a light lunch. For more information, call 731-642-8445 or 731-642-5074.
• APRIL 6 – Lie down, give blood, eat a snack, save a life. Lifeline Bloodmobile is at First United Methodist Church from noon – 6:00 pm.
• APRIL 7 – Good Friday!
• APRIL 8 – Here’s comes Peter Cottontail! Bring the kids to the Easter Egg Hunt at Eiffel Tower Park. Sponsored by the City of Paris. For more information, call 731-644-2517 .
• APRIL 9 – Happy Easter! He is risen! Easter Sunrise Service is on the front steps of First United Methodist  Church; breakfast, contemporary and traditional services follow throughout the morning. Call 731-642-4764 for information.
• APRIL 13 – KPAC presents the Puppy Pals Live show as seen on America’s Got Talent. This comedic stunt dog show will start at 6:30 pm and tickets range from $10-$20. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• APRIL 22 – Carl Perkins Center Cast-N-Blast Fishing/Hunting Event at the Paris Landing State Park Marina. For more information, call 731-642-8455.
• APRIL 22 29 – World’s Biggest Fish Fry events – See schedule on the inside back cover! Don’t forget to hug those hard-working Jaycees!
• APRIL 22 – The World’s Biggest Fish Fry 5K Hushpuppy Dash is at 8 am at Henry County Fairgrounds. Register at 7 am; entry fee $20.00 or $15.00 if pre-registered. Call 731-644-1143. See complete Calendar of Events on the inside back cover of magazine.
• APRIL 22 – World’s Biggest Fish Fry Car & Bike Show/Cruise In, 8 am-2pm at KPAC. For information, 731-514-0886.
• APRIL 22 – The Henry County Fairgrounds is a happenin’ place! Head on out for the Demolition Derby at 7 pm.
• APRIL 23 – MAY 19 – Paris Henry County Arts Council is presenting the 31st Annual Photo Showcase at W.G. Rhea Library. Admission is free. Call 731-642-3955 for more information.
• APRIL 26 – Don’t forget Administrative Professional’s Day today!
• APRIL 26 – Fish, fish, and more fish! The all-you-can-eat FISH TENT OPENS at the Henry County Fairgrounds from 5-9 pm. Adults eat for $12 and children 6-12 years old eat for $8. Aftier you eat, head over and check out the Carnival!
• APRIL 27 – KPAC presents Emmy-nominated and best-selling comedian Chonda Pierce. Show starts at 7 pm and tickets range from $26.75-$55.75. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• APRIL 28-29 – The Henry County Fairgrounds host the Bulls & Barrels Rodeo each night at 7:30 pm.
• APRIL 28 – No School! PSSD and Henry County Schools are closed to celebrate the World’s Biggest Fish Fry. Parade starts at 10 am.
• APRIL 29 – Small Fry Parade at 10 am in beautiful Downtown Paris.

MAY

• MAY 4 – Help save a life! Stop by First United Methodist Church and visit the Lifeline Bloodmobile, noon to 6 pm.
  MAY 4 – National Day of Prayer
  MAY 5 – Cinco de Mayo!
  MAY 6 – Ladies, put on those beautiful big hats, grab your guy for the 1st Annual Athena Delphian Club Derby Watch Party at the Paris Country Club. Fun starts at 4 pm and will include food and, of course, a mint julep. Everyone is welcome. Tickets: $45 or $75 per couple and are available from any Delphian member. Call Traci at The Iron Place, 731-644-7500, for more information.
• MAY 8 12- Don’t forget to thank a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week.
• MAY 12 – Henry County High School graduation. Congratulations Class of 2023 grads! For more information, call 731-642-5232.
• MAY 14 – Remember your Mom! It’s Mother’s Day.
• MAY 19 – Summer break is here! It’s the last day of school for the PSSD kids and everyone in the Henry County School System.
• May 22 – KPAC presents The Rainey’s in a free concert at 2 pm. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the sounds of gospel, classic country, doo wop, Elvis, & more but it was specifically designed with seniors who have day time transportation in mind. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• MAY 29 – MEMORIAL DAY! Remember our Veterans. Be sure and attend the various scheduled events for our heroes around town. For more information, call 731-642-3431.

JUNE

• JUNE 1- PARIS! In the Summer is out! Visit MyParisMagazine.com for distribution locations.
• JUNE 1-4 – RIVER JAM! See ad for details on page 23.

DINING

There’s no shortage of delicious local dining in our area Please peruse our restaurant guide and drop in for a meal. *Beer and/or other alcohol available.

• ACE’S RESTAURANT * 1516 E. Wood Street, 731-644-0558
• BLUES LANDING RESTAURANT* 130 Tate Drive, Buchanan, 731-407-4926
• CARMELITA’S COMIDA MEXICANA * 15575 Hwy. 79N, Buchanan, 731-407-9173
• DAIRY DELIGHT 1324 E. Wood Street, 731-642-1795
• DEW DROP IN GROCERY * 125 Cypress Road, Buchanan, 731-232-8300
• EL VALLARTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT * 1113 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-3626
• EL VAQUERO MEXICAN RESTAURANT * 600 Spruce Street, 731-641-0404
• EAGLE’S NEST MARINA * (Seasonal) 500 Eagle Nest Road, Buchanan, 731-642-6192
• ESHA COUNTRY KITCHEN 14300 Hwy 79N, Buchanan, 731-642-4111
• FOURMANS 3615 Hwy. 79 N, 731-407-7191
• 4-WAY GRILL 6121 E. Antioch Road, Springville, 731-641-0100
• GOLDEN DRAGON CHINESE RESTAURANT 114 W. Washington Street, 731-644-3288
• HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT * 1021 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-644-1810
• JACK’S JAVA URBAN CAFE 210 N. Poplar Street, 731-407-4410
• KENNY’S MEAT MARKET Highway 79 South, 731-644-1123
• LL’S BAR & GRILL* 334 E. Washington Street, 731-644-1888
• LAIRD’S BBQ 77 W. Main Street, Puryear, 731-247-3060
• MEO MIO’S SPORTSMAN GRILL * 14275 Hwy. 79N, Buchanan, 731-924-5060
• MISO JAPANESE RESTAURANT* 915 Mineral Wells Ave. 731-704-6030 / 731-407-6029
• MOUSTOS PASTA-GRILL* 1305 E. Wood Street, 731-407-9155
• OLD WEST STEAKHOUSE 1122 E. Wood Street, 731-924-5180
• OISHII JAPANESE HIBACHI STEAKHOUSE * 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-7778
• THE OLIVE PIT * 905 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-5030
• PERRY’S BBQ AND CATERING 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-407-9040
• PRATER’S TATERS 1055 Mineral Wells Avenue, 731-642-7224
• SOUTHSIDE CAFE 1875 Highway 69 S, 731-407-4694
• SPANKY’S COUNTRY KITCHEN 9505 Hwy 641N, Puryear, 731-247-5527
• SWEET JORDAN’S 849 Volunteer Drive, Suite 123, 731-642-0161
• TAKE ME BACK CAFE 302 W. Wood Street, 731-642-1952
• THE BREAKERS MARINA & GRILL * (Seasonal) 526 Shamrock Road, Buchanan, 731-232-8299
• THE FAMILY TABLE 9 Dogwood Street, Henry, 731-243-5117
• THE FRESH MARKET RESTAURANT * 2255 E. Wood Street, 731-644-1900
• THE LODGE AT PARIS LANDING * 400 Lodge Rd, Buchanan, 731-924-4300
• THE POINT BBQ 510 Pleasant Grove Road, Springville, 731-225-4488
• THE LODGE AT PARIS LANDING * 400 Lodge Rd, Buchanan, (731) 924-4300
• THE SPOT BAR & GRILL 11180 Hwy. 79N, Springville, 731-227-2134
• TICKLED TUMMY 206B Tyson Avenue, 731-407-901
• T-N-T PIZZA 14244 Hwy. 79 N., Buchanan, 731-642-2246
• TOM’S PIZZA & STEAK HOUSE * 2501 E. Wood Street, 731-642-8842
• TROLINGER’S BBQ 2305 E. Wood Street, 731-642-8667
• UNCLE BILLY’S DOWNTOWN EATERY 200 S Market Street, 731-407-9277
• WESTSIDE MARKET & RESTAURANT 45 Hwy 69, 731-642-7796
• WOODY’S HAND-TOSSED PIZZA * 849 Volunteer Drive, Suite 10, 731-641-2222
• YODER’S COUNTRY STORE 75 Anderson Rd, (731) 644-7535