Feb. 28-April 25 – “The Foreigner” at the Cumberland County Playhouse
One of the most popular plays of all time – and the playhouse’s most requested title ever – a wildly brilliant, side-splitting farce returns starring Jason Ross, Daniel Black and Carol Irvin. For more information, call the Playhouse box office at (931) 484-5000 or visit www.ccplayhouse.com.
March 1 – The Rigneys at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Music hour starts at 6 p.m. at the Sutton General Store in Granville. Enjoy an evening of music and Tennessee southern cooking in the Sutton General Store’s dining room. Dinner is served at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
March 1 – Fall Creek Falls Thaw 15K run and weekend excursion
This 15K run traverses the park. Race entry forms are available at http://tennessee.gov/environment/parks/RunningTour. A special package rate has been set for those staying for the awards banquet Saturday night. Contact Fall Creek Falls Inn for reservations at (800) 250-8610.
March 1 – March Hare family tea party at the Kiwanis Cookeville Children’s Museum
Come to the museum from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for a Wonderland themed party complete with free tea, biscuits and crepes. Free to members and included with admission. Crafts will include decorating a mini mad hat and painting a teapot. For more information, call (931) 979-7529 or visit www.kiwaniscookevillechildrensmuseum.org.
March 6-April 5 – “A Woman’s Work is Never Done” exhibit at the Sutton Homestead
Featuring hand work of the past and present created by ladies of our past and local residents. Art includes crocheting, knitting, tatting, quilting, heirloom sewing, huck towel, needlepoint, cross-stick, embroidery and more.
March 8 – The Hamilton County Ramblers at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Music hour starts at 6 p.m. at the Sutton General Store in Granville. Enjoy an evening of music and Tennessee southern cooking in the Sutton General Store’s dining room. Dinner is served at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
Until March 9 – “Grease” at the Cumberland County Playhouse
Return to the era of greasers, hot rods, bobby sox and poodle skirts with one of Broadway’s longest running musicals. For more information, call the Playhouse box office at (931) 484-5000 or visit www.ccplayhouse.com.
Until March 21 – “The Dixie Swim Club” at the Cumberland County Playhouse
The story of five unforgettable women – a hilarious and touching comedy about friendships that last forever. For more information, call the Playhouse box office at (931) 484-5000 or visit www.ccplayhouse.com.
Feb. 28, March 1-2, 6-8 – “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at the Good Neighbors Theater in Byrdstown
Show times: 7 p.m. Feb. 28, 7 p.m. March 1, 2 p.m. March 2 and 7 p.m. March 6-8. Tickets are $8 for children and $12 for adults. Reserve your tickets by calling the Pickett County Chamber of Commerce at (931) 864-7195
March 7–22 – “The Secret Garden” at the Arts Center of Cannon County
A brave girl, a locked door and the key. Tickets are available at artscenterofcc.com and (subject to availability) at the door one hour prior to show time. For more information, call (615) 563-(ARTS) 2787, (800) 235-9073 or visit www.artscenterofcc.com.
March 8 – Therold’s Little Opry in Gainesboro
Music starts at 6 p.m. at Old Fox Middle School cafeteria in Gainesboro Johnny Fox Family Southbound and special guests.
March 8 – Music, dancing and casino entertainment night at Red Barn Winery in Lafayette
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and event runs from 7-10 p.m. Comfort food. Cost is $30 per person. Must be 21-plus. Adult refreshments available. No BYOB. For more information, call (615) 688-6012 or reserve online using PayPal. Minimum reservations for holding event are 40 guests. Maximum reservations 60 people.
March 8 – Edgar Evins hosts spring wildflower hike
Spring wildflowers are beginning to appear. Join us at 10 a.m. CST on an early hike to welcome the first arrivals. A 2.5-mile easy to moderate hike begins at the Millennium trail head and lasts about two hours. For more information, call (931) 858-2114.
March 14 – T.Graham Brown at the Palace Theatre in Crossville
T.Graham Brown is an American country music singer. Three of these singles – “Hell and High Water” and “Don’t Go to Strangers” from 1986, and “Darlene” from 1988 — reached number one, and eight more reached top 10. Tickets will be reserved seating with the front eight rows of downstairs going for $25.50 and the rest of downstairs and the balcony $20.50. Tickets will increase $3 the day of the show. For more information, call (931) 484-6133 or visit www.palacetheatre-crossville.com.
March 14-15, 21-22 – “And They’re Off” at the Thomas House in Red Boiling Springs
Written by Gene Embry. Directed by Sandra Trent. Performed by Macon County’s own off Broadway Players. Momma’s family goes to the horse races trying to hob-nob with high society. Bubba Dean has a sure bet on a horse, and all plan to reap the rewards. Show time 7 p.m. Price is $25 plus tax per person (price includes dinner and show). Reservations required. For more information, call (615) 699-3006 or e-mail thomashouse@nctc.com.
March 15 – Jerry Butler & The Blu-J’s at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Music hour starts at 6 p.m. at the Sutton General Store in Granville. Enjoy an evening of music and Tennessee southern cooking in the Sutton General Store’s dining room. Dinner is served at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
March 15 – Wine train excursion to DelMonaco
Book reservations at www.tcry.org for a 168 mile round trip from Nashville to DelMonaco Winery and back. A full wine tasting will be available en route to DelMonaco with food vendors, local artists and activities once you reach the winery.
March 15 – Red Pump Cafe at the Armour Hotel
Open mic night. A chance for local performers to be on stage. Singers, writers, storytellers, poets, comedians, musicians are invited. Conducted like a live radio show from the 1930s and 1940s, complete with five-minute mystery theatre and radio ads highlighting the history of Red Boiling Springs. Radio announcer for the evening is Dale Meador. Special guest performer: Nancy and Thomas Smith. Sign ups start at 6:30 p.m. Show starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call Rita at (615) 388-3046. For dinner reservations, call the Armour at (615) 699-2180.
March 15-16 – Waterfall Weekend at Fall Creek Falls
A guided, easy jaunt and strenuous hikes look at some of the area’s beautiful waterfalls. For more information, call the nature center at (423) 881-5708.
March 15-16 – Waterfall Weekend at Rock Island
Celebrate all things waterfalls. A variety of programs will be offered to include talks from overlooks and guided hikes to more hidden waterfalls. Guides will explain the environmental and historical significance of these water features to this area. All ages and groups welcome.
March 15 – St. Patrick’s Day music at Grey Gables B&B in Rugby
Includes “Ceol agus Craic” music and dinner from 6:30–9 p.m. Price for dinner, lodging and country breakfast is $160 or $30 for dinner plus tax and gratuity. For more information and reservations, call (423) 628-5252.
March 20 – An evening with “The Cantrells” at the Arts Center of Cannon County
National Public Radio favorites Al and Emily Cantrell cast a magical spell with their acoustic songs. Tickets are available online at artscenterofcc.com and (subject to availability) at the door one hour prior to show time. For more information, call 615-563-(ARTS) 2787, (800) 235-9073 or visit www.artscenterofcc.com.
March 22 – The Kevin Denney Band at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Music hour starts at 6 p.m. at the Sutton General Store in Granville. Enjoy an evening of music and Tennessee southern cooking in the Sutton General Store’s dining room. Dinner is served at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
March 22 – Edgar Evins hosts spring hike of the Millennium Trail
Join us for the first hike after the spring equinox. A moderate hike along the Millennium Trail will be a great opportunity to see emerging spring wildflowers and view some migrating birds. Wear sturdy shoes/boots and bring water, binoculars and a camera. Meet at the Millennium Trail parking area at 9 a.m. For more information, call (931) 858-2114.
March 22 – Edgar Evins hosts spring hike of the Highland Rim Nature Trail
The second hike of the spring equinox will provide views of spring wildflowers on the Highland Rim Nature Trail and sightings of migrating birds. This is a moderate hike. Wear sturdy shoes/boots and bring water, binoculars and a camera. Meet at the park office at 1 p.m. For more information, call (931) 858-2114.
March 22 – David Bradley at DelMonaco Winery
David Bradley (“Hard Time Movin’ On”) will be joined by Justin & Jamie for an acoustic night of music. From 7-9 p.m. For more information, visit www.delmonacowinery.com.
March 22 – Wine, Shine & Stein Tour through the Upper Cumberland
A one-of-a-kind tour through DelMonaco Winery, Calfkiller Brewery and Short Mountain moonshine Distillery. The tour starts at 9 a.m. at DelMonaco Winery and will end back there about 4 p.m. A stop for lunch is included between the destinations. Tickets are $35. Reservations are required. For more information, call (931) 858-1177 or visit www.delmonacowinery.com. Private tours are also available.
March 22–23, 29-30 – Rock Island hosts guided wildflower hikes
Examine the region’s signs of spring in their domain. Meet up with plant specialist in the region and staff to hike trails lined with flowers from both the upper Cumberland and Middle Tennessee Basin. Times and speakers to be announced.
March 22 – Cordell Hull Birthplace hosts spring hike
Join the park manager and other nature enthusiasts along the Bunkum Cave Trail in search of spring blooms. Folklore, medicinal and edible use and identification will be discussed. Hikers meet at the Bunkum Cave trail head at 9 a.m. CST. For more information, call (931) 864-3247
March 22 – Sgt. Alvin C. York annual Black Powder Shoot in Pall Mall
Everyone invited. For more information, call (931) 879- 3657 or email yorkgeneralstore@gmail.com.
March 29 – Bluegrass Solutions at Sutton Ole Time Music Hour
Music hour starts at 6 p.m. at the Sutton General Store in Granville. Enjoy an evening of music and Tennessee southern cooking in the Sutton General Store’s dining room. Dinner is served at 5 and 6:30 p.m.
March 29 – “Joyful Jubilee” at the Cumberland County Playhouse
An evening of choral music, titled “Joyful Jubilee,” features more than 200 voices at 7:30 p.m. on the Mainstage. Impresario and soprano Brenda Frye conceived and developed the Jubilee, along with Playhouse star and Broadway touring veteran Weslie Webster. The evening will feature the combined choirs from University of Tennessee, Tennessee Tech and Cumberland County Community Chorus. For more information, call the Playhouse box office at (931) 484-5000 or visit www.ccplayhouse.com.
