Free or Cheap Things to Do in Hardeman County this Summer
With the long weeks of summer ahead, many parents may be worrying about how to entertain the kids over summer break. We have compiled a list of some free or cheap things to do in Hardeman County this summer to help.
This list will be updated as additional events are added.
1. Visit the National Bird Dog Museum in Grand Junction – The National Bird Dog Museum is a repository of art, photography, memorabilia, and information relating to a variety of pointing dog and retriever breeds, hunting, field trial activities, and shooting sports over the past 100 years. {read more here}
2. Go swimming at the Bolivar City Pool {read more about the pool here}
3. Join the Summer Reading Program and weekly events at your local library!
4. Visit your local Farmers Market and try a new recipe with the produce you find. {click here to read locations and hours}
5. Take a walk on the Storybook Trail at Pleasant Creek Run Park. Enjoy nature and a book at the same time! {read more about the Storybook Trail here}
6. Take the kids to Vacation Bible School Several local churches are hosting Vacation Bible School programs over the summer. {read more about local Vacation Bible Schools here}
7. Music On The Square takes place every Friday evening, weather permitting, through Friday, October 13, 2023. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a free family-friendly concert behind the Hardeman County Courthouse in Bolivar. {read more about Music on the Square and find the schedule here}
8. Volunteer at the Bolivar Community Garden Learn more about gardening and bring home some tasty fresh produce! {read more about the Bolivar Community Garden here}
9. Join the Kids Serve Summer Challenge – Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee has announced the fifth annual Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge, which encourages students from across the state to get involved in their communities by serving others throughout their summer break. {read more and sign up here}
10. Summer lunch program at the Whiteville Library Lee Ola Roberts Library will be providing meals for children 18 and under this summer. {read more about the Whiteville Library program here}
11. Get involved in community theater with the Hardeman County Arts Council. Actors, set builders, and ushers are always needed! {read more about the upcoming audition for Shrek here}
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