Central Civitan Club to hold 115th annual Lone Oak Picnic on Saturday, July 29th
July 27, 2023
Cunningham, TN – Mark your calendars for a day of family fun and delicious food at the 115th annual Lone Oak Picnic, set to take place on Saturday, July 29th, 2023, from 10:00am to 2:00pm. This much-anticipated event will be held at the Central Civitan Club’s building at 275 Highway 13 in Cunningham, TN. Free parking will be available off Alonzo Place, ensuring easy access for all attendees.
The Lone Oak Picnic is open to the public, and best of all, admission is entirely free! There’s something for everyone at this exciting gathering, with a fantastic lineup of activities and attractions planned. Guests can enjoy the rhythm of live musical entertainment while the little ones have a blast with inflatables and face painting, creating unforgettable memories for the whole family.
Car enthusiasts will enjoy the car cruise-in, featuring an array of impressive vehicles on display. And for those who love a bit of friendly competition, the silent auction offers a chance to score unique treasures and support a good cause.
Of course, the highlight of the event is the mouthwatering array of foods available for purchase. The Lone Oak Picnic is famous for its delectable pork and chicken barbecue, straight from the pit to your plate, ensuring a delightful taste experience like no other. For those with a sweet tooth or craving a quick snack, a variety of ice cream, chips, hot dogs, and refreshing beverages will be on the menu, satisfying every appetite.
Moreover, the Lone Oak Picnic serves as a platform for public office-holders and candidates for office to address the community. If you’re a speaker interested in engaging with the attendees, kindly sign in with the master of ceremonies before 11:00am.
The Central Civitan Club, responsible for organizing the Lone Oak Picnic, expresses deep gratitude to the numerous local businesses and individuals who have generously sponsored the event. Their support ensures that this annual celebration remains a cherished tradition, bringing joy and unity to the community.
So don’t miss out on this fabulous opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day with your loved ones and savor some of the region’s finest barbecue. Join us at the Lone Oak Picnic, a celebration of community spirit and summer delights that promises to be unforgettable!
About the Lone Oak Picnic
The Central Civitan Club has sponsored the Lone Oak Picnic since 1975. Lone Oak is a tradition for candidates in Montgomery County. All the money raised is used in the communities south of the Cumberland River through several projects sponsored by the Central Civitan Club.
The Central Civitan Club, for example, supports the local Boy and Girl Scout troops. The club provides financial assistance to victims of house fires in the community. It supports the educational and extracurricular activities of the students, teachers, and staff of both Montgomery Central High School and Cumberland Heights Elementary School.
It also supports the Buddy Ball Special Needs Athletic League as well as the #BeMoreLikeWade 5K Scholarship Run/Walk/Crawl. These are just a few of the activities the Club Supports.
They also fund scholarships for and support many educational and extra-curricular activities of the students, teachers, and staff at Montgomery Central High School, Montgomery Central Middle School, and Montgomery Central Elementary School as well as Cumberland Heights Elementary School.
Tilted Kilt to celebrate 10th Anniversary with Festivities October 20th-23rd
October 16, 2022
Clarksville, TN – Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery invites everyone to celebrate their 10th anniversary this month with specials and events running October 20th-23rd.
Specials for the anniversary weekend include $10.00 Kilt burgers + a side all weekend, football game-day specials, and door prizes throughout including limited edition 10-year anniversary t-shirts.
Lone Oak Picnic returns bigger than ever
August 3, 2022
Cunningham, TN – Clarksville, TN – The Lone Oak Picnic returned this past weekend, for the first time since 2019, bringing back all the things that have made it a community tradition for more than one hundred years, great music, lively conversation, and some of the area’s best BBQ.
The Central Civitan Club hosted this year’s event, the 114th Annual Lone Oak Picnic, and CCC’s Larry Pitts had the honor of introducing to the audience approximately two dozen candidates who are currently running in local political races. All of whom were eager to speak directly to Montgomery County voters.
APSU adds car show to APEX weekend celebration
August 16, 2021
Clarksville, TN – One of the big events that happens at the beginning of a new school year at Austin Peay State University (APSU) is APEX weekend, which typically happens the weekend before fall classes begin and the week after freshmen move onto campus.
Hilltop Supermarket to hold 2021 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook-Off May 14th-15th
May 13, 2021
Clarksville, TN – This Friday and Saturday, May 14th and 15th, Hilltop Supermarket will hold their annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off. This event is held in honor of Dwayne Byard who passed away in 2015.
Everything kicks off Friday with live music from 6:00pm until 9:00pm and the Kids Cook-Off.
111th Lone Oak Picnic has fantastic turnout
August 3, 2019
Cunningham, TN – Last Saturday, July 27th, 2019, the Central Civitan held the 111th Annual Lone Oak Picnic at the Central Civitan Club building located at 275 Highway 13.
This free event featured live music, inflatables for the kids, face painting, silent auction, a car cruise in and off course the BBQ the picnic is famous for.
Great day, great crowd, great weather, one hundred and eleven years of doing this and going strong,” said Montgomery County Sheriff John Fuson. “This is one of the biggest and best organized community events that I have ever been to in Montgomery County. Talking to other Sheriffs that go to events across the state, they say the same thing.”
111th Annual Lone Oak Picnic set for Saturday, July 27th
July 19, 2019
Cunningham, TN – On Saturday, July 27th, 2019, the 111th Annual Lone Oak Picnic will be held from 10:00am to 2:00pm. It will take place on the grounds surrounding Central Civitan Club’s building at 275 Highway 13 in Cunningham, TN. Free parking will be off of Alonzo Place.
Free and open to the public, the Picnic will include musical entertainment from father-son duo Back Lot Pickers and other musical guests. Children will enjoy inflatables and face painting. A car cruise-in and silent auction will round out the entertainment.
Hilltop Supermarket’s 2019 Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off to be held May 3rd and 4th
May 2, 2019
Clarksville, TN – Hilltop Supermarket will be holding their annual Dwayne Byard Memorial BBQ Cook Off this Friday and Saturday, May 3rd and 4th. This event is held in honor of Dwayne Byard who past away in 2015.
Friday night is the Kids Cook-Off and live music. The BBQ Cook Off will be on Saturday.
110th annual Lone Oak Picnic to be held Saturday, July 28th
July 17, 2018
Cunningham, TN – 110th Lone Oak Picnic will be held Saturday, July 28th, 2018 from 10:00am to 2:00pm, in Cunningham, TN. The Lone Oak Picnic will be held rain or shine.
Hosted by Central Civitan Club, proceeds will benefit schools, fire departments, persons in need, etc. in southern Montgomery County.
Come out and enjoy entertainment, meet public officials, and purchase excellent chicken and pork barbecue. The picnic grounds are located between Hwy 13 and Alonzo Place in Cunningham, TN.
Hilltop Supermarket Car and Fireworks show draws large attendance
July 1, 2018
Clarksville, TN – Hilltop Supermarket put on a spectacular Car and Fireworks show for the community Friday night, June 29th, 2018. Hundreds of people came out to see one fantastic fireworks display.
The evening began with a car show setup beside the store. The car show consisted of vehicles, both classic and newer. There was even a drag racing funny car on display.