Hatchie Press Community Calendar: July 14, 2025
ONGOING
Volunteer this week. There are several places in Hardeman County for you to lend a hand. Please let us know if any updates should be made to our volunteer/community service page.
Disaster Recovery Center will be open in Grand Junction from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. to assist survivors affected by the April 2-6, 2025, severe weather.
Bolivar Energy Authority will begin right of way herbicide treatment in EA to Begin Herbicide Treatment of Right of Ways in the Powell Chapel Substation service area and the West Bolivar Substation service area.
HRAYS soccer opens registration for its fall 2025 Season.
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Monday, JULY 14, 2025
Hardeman County Highway Department notes a section of Highway 64, specifically in front of Baker Glass Shop, will be closed to facilitate the installation of a cross drain, as scheduled by TDOT. There , with the possibility of the closure extending into Tuesday, based on my information. (Please note that this closure will not impact the entirety of Hwy 64).
Memphis & Shelby County Lead Safe Collaborative is serving free lunch in Somerville {Family Dollar parking lot, 17575 U.S. Highway 64, Somerville, 38068} from 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.; in Whiteville {Family Dollar parking lot, 2068 U.S. Highway 64, Whiteville, 38068} from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.; and in Bolivar {Big Lake Grill, 433 East Market Street, Bolivar, 38068} from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Eligible families will receive six days of lunches and snacks. Call (901) 643-0095 for more information.
Southwest HRA is providing free meals to the children of Hardeman County this summer. Find out where and the times.
The Brown Book Club meets at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library { 213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 } from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. The book of discussion will be When Stone Wings Fly by Karen Barnett.
First Baptist Church of Whiteville {203 East Main Street, Whiteville, Tennessee 38075} is holding Vacation Bible School from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be crafts, fun, and most importantly Jesus!
Bolivar Middle School football players physicals are due and equipment pick up will happen from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Tuesday, JULY 15, 2025
Last day to register your Bolivar Middle School student to participate in Camp Bolivar. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes tours, and discover what makes the City of Bolivar special — all while making memories and new friends! The camp is free and will be held Tuesday through Friday, July 22–25, 2025. Register on the City of Bolivar website.
Bolivar Farmers Market {110 Lafayette Street, Bolivar 38008} is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine).
S.T.E.M. Club for children ages six to 13 meets at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library { 213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 } at 3:30 p.m. They will do a quick lesson on color followed by a rainbow science experiment!
First Baptist Church of Whiteville {203 East Main Street, Whiteville, Tennessee 38075} is holding Vacation Bible School from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be crafts, fun, and most importantly Jesus!
Bolivar Middle School football players practice from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Hardeman County Commissioners will meet at the Hardeman County Courthouse {100 North Main Street, Bolivar, 38008} on the second floor at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, JULY 16, 2025
The West Tennessee Healthcare Satellite Clinic will stop at the Tractor Supply Co. and Dollar Tree parking lot {1361 West Market Street, Bolivar, 38008} from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It offers free primary care, behavioral health, and substance use treatment services. Walk-ins are accepted or you may call (731) 541-1600 to make an appointment.
The Teen Book Club will meet at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library { 213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 } at 3:30 p.m. They will do creative writing exercises.
First Baptist Church of Whiteville {203 East Main Street, Whiteville, Tennessee 38075} is holding Vacation Bible School from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be crafts, fun, and most importantly Jesus!
Trinity Baptist Church is holding Vacation Bible School in “Alaska” with a theme of “Trust Jesus in a Wild World”, which will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Register your child to attend. See more Vacation Bible School 2025.
Thursday, JULY 17, 2025
First Baptist Church of Whiteville {203 East Main Street, Whiteville, Tennessee 38075} is holding Vacation Bible School from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be crafts, fun, and most importantly Jesus!
Stop by the Middleton Community Library {110 Bolton Avenue, Middleton, 38052 } will hold S.T.E.M. Club for children ages six through 13 at 4 p.m.
Youth Villages Foster Care webinar will be held at 6 p.m. CST. Learn how you can make a difference.
Bolivar Middle School football players practice from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Trinity Baptist Church is holding Vacation Bible School in “Alaska” with a theme of “Trust Jesus in a Wild World”, which will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Register your child to attend. See more Vacation Bible School 2025.
The Hardeman County SOC Children’s Mental Health Coalition presents a Summer Movie Series featuring the movie Turning Red at 7:30 p.m. Free snacks will be available. The event will be at 112 Madison Street, Grand Junction, 38039.
Friday, JULY 18, 2025
Southwest HRA is providing free meals to the children of Hardeman County this summer. Find out where and the times.
The West Tennessee Healthcare Satellite Clinic will be at the parking lot of Food Rite { 16240 U/S/ Highway 64, Somerville 38068 } from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It offers free primary care, behavioral health, and substance use treatment services.
Film Club Friday is being offered at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library { 213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 } from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy free popcorn and watch the featured movie, Back to the Future.
First Baptist Church of Whiteville {203 East Main Street, Whiteville, Tennessee 38075} is holding Vacation Bible School from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be crafts, fun, and most importantly Jesus!
Trinity Baptist Church is holding Vacation Bible School in “Alaska” with a theme of “Trust Jesus in a Wild World”, which will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Register your child to attend. See more Vacation Bible School 2025.
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