ON-GOING AUTUMN ENTERTAINMENT

• GO TEAMS!– Support the PSSD’s and Henry County School System’s talented sports teams. Call individual schools for up-to-date schedules. Don’t forget Saturday mornings are “kicking” too! Paris Soccer at McNeil Park. For more information, call 731-333-9464.
• 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 more information, call 731-644-2517.
• POPCORN ANYONE? Enjoy a new movie at the Parisian Theatre with nightly shows on six screens and matinees also on Saturday and Sunday. For movie schedules, call 731-642-7171.

AUGUST

• AUGUST 21-29 – It’s Fair Week in Henry County! Be sure to check out ALL the wonderful events at www.henrycountytnfair.com for a complete list of events and times.
  
• AUGUST 22 – Paris Academy for the Arts will be hosting an Open House, 1-3 pm. Find upcoming classes for children and adults, meet the instructors, see demonstrations, and enjoy refreshments. Free to the public. For more information, visit www.schoolforarts.com or contact 731-642-3411.
  
• AUGUST 28 – Show your BIG RED PRIDE at the first home game of the season at Henry County High School. HCHS vs.Giles County at 7 pm. For more information, call 731-642-3955.
  
• AUGUST 29 – Head out to KPAC to hear American Floyd, the ultimate Pink Floyd tribute experience with a lengthy set list of hits from their career. Preferred seats are $37.58 and standard $27.18. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• AUGUST 30 – Want to hear some fabulous gospel music on a Sunday afternoon? Join the exciting Jones Brothers with Pastor Tony Ward at the Krider at 4:30 pm. Tickets are $10 at the door. For more information, call 731-644-2517.

SEPTEMBER

• SEPTEMBER 3 – Give Blood, Save a Life! Lifeline Blood Mobile will visit First United Methodist Church from noon til 6 pm. For more information, call 731-642-4764.
• SEPTEMBER 3– Try something new! Line dancing classes with Tammy Crawford are starting back at Lee Academy For The Arts Thursdays through December from 6-8 pm for only $5. For more information, call 731-642-3311.
• SEPTEMBER 7 – Labor Day! Hats off to our country’s workforce. No school for PSSD or Henry County Schools.
• SEPTEMBER 12 – Do you like Bon Jovi? Def Leppard? Then you are in luck! The band, Hysteria When Wet, recreates these bands greatest hits and will be doing so at KPAC at 7 pm. Tickets range from $27.18-$47.98. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• SEPTEMBER 12-13 – Looking for fun this weekend? Head to the lake for the Lakeway Kiwanis Club Arts and Crafts Festival from 10 am -5 pm both days.
• SEPTEMBER 13– Grandparent’s Day so hug your Nanny or Papaw!
• SEPTEMBER 13 – There will be a Gallery Reception to honor artist Ptoloumne Biggs at the Paris Academy for the Arts, 2-4 pm. Free to the public. For more information, contact 731-642-3411 or visit schoolforarts.com.
• SEPTEMBER 19 – You will be rocking in your seats and dancing on your feet when The Best of Motown and More comes to KPAC. Show begins at 7 pm and tickets are $29.26 / $35.50. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• SEPTEMBER 26 – The Paris-Henry County Arts Council will host ARTS ‘Round the Square on the courthouse lawn, 9 am- 4 pm. This event will fill the lawn with artists creating and selling their pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, mixed media, fiber art, photographs, sculptures, and canvas art. There will be music throughout the event along with food trucks. For information, visit www.phcarts.com.

OCTOBER

• OCTOBER 1 – Lifeline Blood Mobile will be at First United Methodist Church from noon-6 pm. Give blood, save a life!
• OCTOBER 2-30 – It’s time to kick off Noon On The Square sponsored by Commercial Bank, 11:30 am-1 pm every Friday in October. Concessions are available, so bring a lawn chair and a friend to beautiful downtown Paris for some awesome music and fun! For more information, call 731-642-3341.
• OCTOBER 3 – Holy Cross Catholic Church’s Oktoberfest returns to the Henry County Fairgrounds, 11 am-6 pm. 5K Fun Run/Walk begins at 8 am. Don’t miss the booths, games, and great German and Mexican meals. Get your meal tickets or find 5K/vendor information at holycrossparis.org.
• OCTOBER 3 – Looking for laughs? Stop by KPAC for Jeff Allen’s “My First Annual Final Farewell Tour” at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $46.68-$113.43. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• OCTOBER 9-10 – Head over to the 36th Annual Hazel Day Celebration that starts at noon on Friday with live music, vendors, a parade, and so much more! For more information, go to www.hazeldayky.com.
• OCTOBER 10 – Paris Landing/KY Lake KOA will host its 8th Annual Kooky Spooky Extravaganza from 12-5 pm. It’s family-friendly Halloween activities are open to campers, visitors and locals as well. For more information, call 731-642-6895.
• OCTOBER 10 – The Music of the Beach Boys featuring Pet Sounds LIVE will be playing at KPAC, 7 pm. For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• OCTOBER 10 – Oktoberfest Bingo at the Holy Cross Catholic Church gym, beginning at 1 pm. Must be 18+ to attend.
• OCTOBER 12-16 – Take a break! It’s Fall Break in the Henry County School System and PSSD. For more information, call 731-642-9733 or 731-642-9322, respectively.
• OCTOBER 24 – Spooktacular will take place at Eiffel Tower Park, 1-4 pm. Trick or treat, walk the Halloween trail, costume contests, and guess the weight of Pumpkin Pete to win a prize. Come enjoy the fun! For more information, call 731-644-2517.
• OCTOBER 31 – Watch out for those little ghosts and goblins on your way home from work…lt’s HALLOWEEN!

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