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- The Tree City Peaches 8U softball team, a team based out of McMinnville which plays games across the mid-state, is looking to add one or two girls to fill their roster. Those wishing to join must have been born on or after Sep. 1, 2016. For more information, call or text Jameson at 931-273-2869.
- The Morrison Ruritan Youth Co-ed Softball Leagues will hold a late sign-up on Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. to noon. At the time of registration, all players must provide proof of age, such as a birth certificate or driver’s license, along with a $35 player fee. The late registration fee will be $45.
- The Education Committee Meeting will take place on Monday, March 16 at 5 p.m. at the Warren County Administration Building on 201 Locust St.
- The Financial Management Committee Meeting will take place on Monday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m. at the Warren County Administration Building on 201 Locust St.
- The Warren County Commission Meeting will take place on Monday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Warren County Administration Building on 201 Locust St.
- The Industrial Development Board of McMinnville-Warren County will meet on Tuesday, March 17 and Tuesday, April 21 at 4:30 p.m. in the Chamber of Commerce Community Room on 110 S Court Square.
- Caring Hearts United will hold their monthly meetings on Tuesday, March 17 and Tuesday, April 21 from 6-7 p.m. at Suite 4 on 352 South Chancery St. Caring Hearts United is a nonprofit organization that assists hospice units in Warren and surrounding counties. The organization is always looking for volunteers and new members. For more information, contact the organization by phone at 931-507-0304 or by email at caringheartsunited@yahoo.com.
- The Warren County Pioneers will host a Spring Break Baseball Camp on Wednesday and Thursday, March 18–19 at Patrick Ramsey Field on 270 Pioneer Ln, where players will learn basic fundamentals including hitting, fielding, baserunning and pitching. The camp is open to students in kindergarten through fifth grade and costs $50 per child or $35 per sibling, with all participants receiving a camp T-shirt. To register, call or text Michelle Brock at 931-212-5970.
- The McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce presents Business After Hours at Reddick Brown Ford on Wednesday, March 18 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Community members are invited to come out and meet the team at Reddick Brown Ford, a dealership known for exceptional customer service and a great selection of new and pre-owned Ford vehicles and trucks. Guests can also enjoy delicious food from Prater’s BBQ while networking, mingling and making new connections.
- A ribbon cutting for Helen’s on the Green (HOTG) will be held Thursday, March 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 616 Country Club Dr, celebrating the business’s expansion into a full-service brand that now includes a restaurant at the Country Club, a food truck and an event space for weddings, retirement parties, engagement celebrations and more. Attendees will hear from owner Greg Robinson and the HOTG team about how the business now offers everything from quick lunches to catering and event planning while continuing to grow its presence in the community.
- The Warren County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 19 and Thursday, April 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the early voting room of the Warren County Administration Building on Locust St. The group meets the third Thursday of each month to promote personal liberties and conservative values, as well as discuss and execute ideas to elect conservatives to local city and county government.
- The Warren County Master Gardeners’ Association will meet Thursday, March 19 and Thursday, April 16 at 6 p.m. in the Magnolia Room at the Warren County Administration Building at 201 Locust St. WCMGA meets the third Thursday of each month, gathering at the fairgrounds during summer months and at the Magnolia Room of the Warren County Administration Building during the rest of the year. For more information contact the extension office at (931) 473-8484.
- Families in Crisis will host a Sexual Assault Support Group Thursday, March 19 and Thursday, April 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 101 W. Main St., McMinnville. The group offers survivors a safe space to receive support, take part in healing activities, increase self-esteem, and learn coping skills to empower them on their journey.
- Dining with Diabetes, a hands-on cooking school, will be held on Fridays, March 20 and March 27 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Magnolia Room of the Warren County Administrative Building at 201 Locust St. The program focuses on managing blood sugar through healthy cooking and includes recipe tastings.
- The Warren County Rescue Squad’s next country ham breakfast is scheduled for Saturday, March 21. The dining room will be open, and both pickup and delivery will be available by calling 931-473-7023. Call by 6 a.m. for delivery orders, but please give at least one-hour notice for large orders. Breakfast plates are $12, and include ham or sausage, two biscuits, potatoes, scrambled eggs and gravy. Ham biscuits, sausage biscuits and gravy & biscuits will also be available. Proceeds go to help fund the Rescue Squad’s efforts throughout the year.
- The Warren County Genealogical and Historical Association will meet on Saturday, March 21 and Saturday, April 18 at 2 p.m. in the Magnolia Room of the Warren County Administration Building at 201 Locust St. The program will be on the Daughters of the American Revolution with Susan Ackerman, Regent of the Lt. James Sheppard Chapter, being the guest speaker.
- The McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet will be held Friday, March 27 at 5 p.m., featuring a Hawaiian-themed evening with dinner, Polynesian performances by Mahealani’s Polynesian Entertainment of Atlanta and recognition of excellence within the local business community. Tickets are $75 per person and must be purchased in advance at the Chamber office, located at 110 South Court Square.
- The Junior Auxiliary of McMinnville is hosting “Hopping Into Health,” a free community event on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to noon at Westwood Church of Christ 511 Morrison St. The event will feature a morning of fun and wellness, including healthy tips and activities from local businesses, interactive booths for kids, prizes and giveaways and pictures with the Easter Bunny.
- An Easter egg hunt presented by the Historic Dr. Thomas Black House will take place on Sunday, March 29 from 2-3 p.m. at 301 West Main Street in McMinnville. The event will feature free entry to the lawn and egg hunt, along with free photos with the Easter Bunny. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own phone or camera to capture the memories. Children ages 1-12 will hunt in designated areas, and prizes will be awarded in each age category for finding the golden egg and collecting the most eggs. Participants are asked to bring their own basket or bag to gather their eggs.
- Bologna Day will be held Tuesday, March 31, 2026, as the McMinnville–Warren County Chamber of Commerce travels to the Tennessee State Capitol to celebrate a long-standing local tradition while connecting with state lawmakers. Originally started in the 1970s as a grassroots way for citizens to engage with elected officials over bologna sandwiches and conversation, the event continues to bring Warren County residents together for fellowship, advocacy and discussion, with a light lunch provided by Prater’s BBQ; all bus seats are filled, but those wishing to caravan should RSVP to lsimmons@warrentn.com or call the Chamber office at 931-473-6611.
- McMinnville Saddle Club will be hosting an Easter egg hunt on Friday, April 3 starting at 7 p.m. at the Warren County A&L Fairgrounds arena drive.
- The Warren County Memorial Airport Meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 6 at 6 p.m. at 48 Airport Rd.
- The Warren County Democratic Party will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, April 6 at 6 p.m. in the Magnolia Room on 201 Locust St. The group meets on the first Monday of every month.
- Dibrell Elementary School will host its annual school pageant fundraiser on Saturday, April 11 at noon, with proceeds helping fund the eighth grade promotion ceremony and Dollywood trip. The pageant includes categories from newborn through eighth grade, with a boy and girl in each division receiving trophies, along with the crowning of Kindergarten King and Queen, Mr. and Mrs. Dibrell, and People’s Choice awards.
- The “Raise Your Voice” Karaoke Night Fundraiser benefiting Families in Crisis will take place Saturday, April 11 at Collins River BBQ on 117 E Main St, with registration at 6 p.m. and the contest beginning at 6:30 p.m.
- The Children’s Advocacy Center of the 31st Judicial District will host its 17th Annual Angels Spring Gala, themed “Sparkle for a Cause: A Sapphire, Ruby & Diamond Soirée,” on Saturday, April 18 at the Milner Recreation Center on 500 Garfield St, with a social hour at 5 p.m. and the event beginning at 6 p.m., inviting the community to enjoy an elegant evening supporting advocacy and healing for local children. Tickets are available now, and the organization is also seeking donations of items, services, or experiences for its silent and live auctions. For tickets or to contribute, call 931-507-2386.
- The McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce will host its Chamber 101 event on Friday, April 24 from 9-10 a.m. at 110 South Court Square, where attendees will learn the many benefits of being a member, how to get involved and the tools available to help their business grow. Those wishing to attend should RSVP to lsimmons@warrentn.com.
- The McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce will host the “Glow & Bloom at the Chamber Prom Experience” on April 24 from 5–9 p.m. at 110 South Court Square, inviting guests to grab their besties for a fun prom-prep evening featuring $25 spray tans by Glo in Grace by Annabella Culwell and a build-your-own flower bar (prices vary) by Made For More Floral Co.
- Willy B’s Smokehouse will be hosting a Middle Schoolers Prom on Friday, April 24 from 6–8 p.m. at Bernard Gym on 103 Bernard Dr. The event will feature food, drinks, door prizes and music by DJ Taggskee Entertainment, with a donation station set up at the door, and all proceeds benefiting McMinnville Special Games. The prom is supported by several local businesses and sponsors, including First National Bank, Cookies by Brax, The Butcher on Main, Barren Fork Brews, Athena Art Co., The Café at Three City and Oh, Sugar!, helping make the night a fun community event for middle school students.
- Comedian Ben Miller will bring his Volcano Tour to the Cumberland Caverns on Saturday, April 25 at 6:30 p.m., delivering a unique night of science-inspired stand-up comedy inspired by his 2023 Artist in Residence experience at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Tickets are $29 and available online (preferred) or at the door for the show at Cumberland Caverns, 1437 Cumberland Caverns Road in McMinnville; learn more at benmillercomedy.com/volcano.
- The third annual Burgers and Brews fundraiser for Area 9 Special Olympics will be held Monday, April 27 at Begonias, giving the community a chance to enjoy a meal, drinks and meet local athletes while supporting the program. Area 9 serves athletes from 13 Upper Cumberland counties who compete in a variety of sports and regularly advance to regional, state and national competitions, including the 2026 USA Games in Twin Cities, Minnesota, where four local athletes will represent Team Tennessee in powerlifting, bocce and pickleball. Sponsorship opportunities range from $100 to $1,000 and include banner recognition and table options, with each table receiving an appetizer and a meal per seat. For more information, contact Loree DeArmond at 931-808-3426 or Jason DeArmond at 931-607-3569, or mail donations to 96 Sherwood Vale Circle.
- Heavenly Closet Thrift Store is open Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 100 Market Street, adjacent to the Farmer’s Market. The organization’s soup kitchen is open Mondays and Fridays, from 11:30 a.m. until noon each day, at 218 E. Main St. Proceeds from the thrift store fund the soup kitchen’s efforts. Volunteers and donations are always accepted. The group is part of the “Helping Hands” ministry.
If your organization has an item for the Community Calendar, e-mail your information to sam.griffin@mainstreetmedia.llc. The Community Calendar will be published at mainstreetjournal.llc, with access given to subscribers and non-subscribers alike, each Friday at 5 p.m.
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