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, call 731-644-2517.
• Get Artsy – Learn to play an instrument, sing, paint, create pottery and more at the Paris Academy for the Arts. For more information on classes, visit schoolforarts.org.
• 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 – Henry County Medical Center offers FREE monthly seminars/screenings including Cardiac Rehab Nutrition, Shopping Smart, Joint Replacement, Chronic Disease Management, Childbirth, Medicare and more.
  Participants must pre-register at 731-644-3463 or www.hcmc-tn.org.
• Eiffel Tower Park– Plan a day of fun with the pickleball courts, Blue Cross/Blue Shield play area, hiking trails 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’– The Paris Landing Marina has lots of fishing tournaments coming up! Grab a pole and head out to beautiful Kentucky Lake. For more information, call 731-641-4474.
• Non-Stop Wrestling Alliance will bring their Superman Challenge to the Henry County Fairgrounds on one Saturday a month. Watch the Fairgrounds’ Facebook page for dates. 517 Royal Oak Drive.

JUNE

• JUNE 1 – Tennessee River Jam Music Festival will be in full swing with multiple artists singing throughout the day. For more information, follow the Tennessee River Jam’s Facebook page or call 731-642-3431.
• JUNE 1 – Join Ranger Christa Davidson for a 2.2 mile hike at beautiful Kentucky Lake on National Trails Day. For more information, call 731-641-4465.
• JUNE 4 – It’s Tuesdays in the Park at Eiffel Tower Park from 7-9 pm with Johnny Mac tonight. Every other Tuesday night through the summer will be a different artist. See complete schedule on page 10. Food trucks and the best music around, so bring a blanket and enjoy a night under the stars. For, information, call 731-644-2517.
• JUNE 6 – Summer means blood shortages. Give from noon until 6 pm when Lifeline Bloodmobile visits First United Methodist Church in Downtown Paris.
• JUNE 8 – Don’t miss the Henry County Summerfest! Over 80 unique vendors will be exhibiting their arts & crafts, home decor, jewelry, custom hats, baked goods, canned items, and even freeze-dried candy. Food trucks will be on site plus photos with Llama Llama Adventures. FREE Admission! 10 am– 4 pm at the Henry County Fairgrounds, 517 Royal Oaks Drive. #HenryCountySummerfest
• JUNE 9 – Paris-Henry County Community Band presents Salute To America under the direction of Michael Holden at KPAC at 2:30 pm. Advance tickets: $5 or at door: $8. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• JUNE 14 – Flag Day! Honor our flag and its meaning for the USA.
• JUNE 16– Father’s Day! Ballgames, vacations, hunting, bedtime stories-remember the fun times with your Dad
  and celebrate with him today!
• JUNE 20 – First official day of Summer
• JUNE 20 – Need a break from all the fun in the sun? Cheeseburger at Breakers is from 6-10 pm. Cool down at this annual event that benefits the Henry County Carl Perkins Center. Entertainment by Randall French. Tickets $20. For more information, contact 731-642-8455.
• JUNE 22 – Begin summer with the Divine Intentions Sunny Summer Solstice Market at the Henry County Fairgrounds, 11 am-6 pm. Amazing vendors, food trucks and lots of awesomely weird people.
• JUNE 28-29 – KPAC Young Artists present “Disney Pixar Finding Nemo KIDS” at 7 pm on Friday and 3 pm on Saturday. Performers are ages 5-10. Call Rhonda Stanton at 731-644-2517 for more information.

JULY

• JULY – Enjoy Paris Landing State Park Fishing Tournaments. Many tournaments are scheduled during the summer. For information, call 731-641-4465.
• JULY 4 – Celebrate our Independence!! Fly that red, white, and blue with PRIDE.
• JULY 4 – Water, live entertainment, picnicking, and fireworks await you and your family at Paris Landing State Park. Enjoy from land or water. For more information, call 641-4465.
• JULY 4 – Freedom Festival 2024 will be held in Downtown Cottage Grove’s Cardinal Park, sponsored by Cottage Grove Volunteer Fire Department. Watch the newspaper for schedule, including parade, music and food. For information, call 731-782-3657, 731-642-8270, or 731-782-3559.
• JULY 12- 13 – KPAC Young Artists  present “Dear Edwina JR.” at the Krider at 7 pm Friday and 3 pm Saturday. Performers are ages 10-15. For more information, call Rhonda Stanton at 731-644-2517.
• JULY 15 – Opryland Holiday Experience raffle tickets go on sale. This fundraiser for Paris Academy for the Arts includes two nights for two people at the Opryland Hotel, valet parking, Ice Show, and dinner show on the General Jackson Showboat. $20 per ticket available at www.schoolforarts.org, at PAA at 402 Lee Street, and from any board member.
• JULY 17 – Let The Games Begin! It’s the Annual Water Fun Run, sponsored by the Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 731-642-3431 or visit www.paristnchamber.com.

AUGUST

• AUGUST – Fishing tournaments continue at Paris Landing State Park. For information, call 731-641-4465.
• AUGUST 1 – The Lifeline Blood Mobile will visit First United Methodist Church from noon until 6 pm.
• AUGUST 2 – All kids in the Paris Special School District and the Henry County School System return for an abbreviated first day of classes!
• AUGUST 10 – KPAC presents A Motown Experience at 7 pm. Tickets are $27-$33. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• AUGUST 9-17 – Spend a week in Fair-a-dise at the Henry County Fair! Grab some cotton candy, get thrilled on a carnival ride, admire a well-groomed steer during exhibition and see who won a blue ribbon at the Henry County Fair. For complete schedule, check out our magazine article on page12 or call 731-641-9340.
• AUGUST 15 – PARIS! In Autumn hits the stands.

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