The Ultimate Guide to activities, learning, and fun for kids and teens in Hardeman County is curated by Homeschool Roster for families looking for opportunities throughout the county. Check out the comprehensive list below.
Looking for even more activities beyond Hardeman County? See what’s happening in Fayette County and be sure to check out the Weekly Homeschool Roster Event Calendar.
Check back as more events will be added throughout the month. If you know of an upcoming event for kids, teens, or families that we missed, email [email protected], so it can be considered for inclusion.
SEPTEMBER EVENTS
September 1 – Every Kid Outdoors registration opens.
September 1 – TN Direct Admissions students will start receiving letters.
September 6 – NAACP Youth Council meets { 114 West Market Street, Bolivar, 38008 } at 2 p.m.
September 11 – Early registration deadline for the October 17, ACT.
September 24 – Deadline to apply for the 64th annual United States Senate Youth Program.
September 26 – Forest Fun Run 5K will be held at Pleasant Run Creek Park { 100 Stevens Road, Bolivar, 38008 }. Registration starts opens at 7:30 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m.
Homeschool dance, tickets on sale for Cowboy Boots & Bling: A Country Dance for Teens.
Free College Application Month.
Herff College of Engineering Engineering Day (eDay) registration is open.
Now through November 2 – The Tennessee Promise application for the Class of 2027 is open.
Class of 2027 and Class of 2028 may start earning community service hours.
Head Start has open 2026/2027 registration for free pre-school program for three and four year old children. Call (731) 435-0600 or (731) 983-3731 or visit the website for more information. The opportunity is available in Hardeman, Chester, Decatur, Hardin, Haywood, Henderson, and McNairy Counties.
BIBLE STUDY
Awana & Youth Group will be held for students in pre-k through twelfth grade at Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Peavine Road, Middleton, 38052 } on Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Call (731) 609-9011 for more information. Register to attend.
LUEZ THEATER
September 11 and 12 – Practical Magic 2
September 18 and 19 – Practical Magic 2
SCHOOLS/EDUCATION
August 31 – Bolivar Central High School { 313 Harris Street, Bolivar, 38008 } College Fair will be held in the gym from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
September 1 – Hornsby Elementary School (HES) { 105 Church Street, Hornsby, 38044 } PTO meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m.
September 1 – Forms for Bolivar Elementary School (BES) after school tutoring will be sent home to parents.
September 2 – Last day at 3 p.m. to support Bolivar Elementary School (BES) Nothing Bundt Cake Fundraiser.
September 2 – It’s Picture Day at Hornsby Elementary School (HES).
September 4 – Last day to preorder lunch at Toone Elementary School (TES) for Grandparent’s Day.
September 10 – Hardeman County Schools board meeting will be held at the Board office {10815 Old Highway 64, Bolivar, 38008 } from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
September 14 – After school tutoring starts at BES.
Hardeman County Schools Dress Code Policy
New ParentVue/StudentVue portal link.
Middleton High School (MHS) Cell Phone Policy.
TCAP Family Portal is open.
West Tennessee Homeschool Graduation registration is open.
SPORTS/RECREATION
August 31 through September 2 – MHS { 138 Florida Avenue, Middleton, 38052 } is holding cheer tryouts in the gym for seventh through twelfth grades from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Applicants must attend all three tryout dates.
September 3 – A meeting will be held for MHS { 138 Florida Avenue, Middleton, 38052 } cheer tryout students and their parents in the gym at 5:30 p.m.
September 8 – The Hatchie River Area Youth Soccer (HRAYS) kicks off its 2026 season.
VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE
There are several places throughout Hardeman County for teens to volunteer. Some include the public libraries, Hardeman Adoptable Animals, City of Bolivar Community Garden, the Hardeman County Arts Center, and more. Reach out and find somewhere to volunteer.
AREA LIBRARIES
Bolivar-Hardeman County Library
| September 4 – Flashlight Fridays – Read under the stars and planets! will be held at 3:30 p.m. September 10 – Grandparents’ Day Space Storytime will be held at 10:30 a.m. September 15 – Mathletes will be held at 3:30 p.m. September 22 – STEM Club will be held at 3:30 p.m. | September 24 – Space Story Time will be held at 10:30 a.m. Bolivar-Hardeman County Library { 213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008 } See all library events for September. Call (731) 658-3436 for more information. |
Middleton Community Library
| The library is giving away free books and coloring sheets in memory of Dolly Parton, while they last. September 3 – LEGO Club meets at 4 p.m. September 4 – Movie Night Fridays features Winnie The Pooh at 3:30 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. September 11 – Movie Night Fridays features Oliver and Company at 3:30 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. September 12 – Anime Club meets at 11 a.m. September 17 – S.T.E.M. Club meets at 4 p.m. | September 18 – Movie Night Fridays features Ferdinand at 3:30 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. September 25 – Movie Night Fridays features Holes at 3:30 p.m. Snacks and drinks will be provided. September 25 – Board Game Night will be held at 4 p.m. Middleton Community Library { 110 Bolton Avenue, Middleton, 38052 } See all library events for August. Call (731) 376-0680 for more information. |
| Grand Junction Library { 530 Madison Avenue, Grand Junction, 38039 } Call (731) 764-2716 for more information. Lee Ola Roberts Library { 140 West Main Street, Whiteville 38075 } Call (731) 254-8834 for more information. | Saulsbury Library { 232 West Street, Saulsbury, 38067 } |
MUSEUMS AND PARKS
There are several parks in the county for children and teens to get outdoors and enjoy play equipment, sports, walking trails, etc. Hardeman County also has museums with rich county history.
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