Before we get to the fun, we want to take a moment to celebrate something big: it’s graduation weekend in Tipton County, and we couldn’t be prouder! (Shout out to Caleb and Sadie at TRA, William at BHS, Ryder in Denver, Colo., and Hayden in Gloucester, Va., our family’s 2026 grads!)

Tipton Rosemark Academy held its graduation on Saturday, May 9. Brighton High School grads will walk across the stage Thursday evening, Munford High School celebrates Friday, Tipton Christian Academy will have its graduation on Saturday, and Covington High School closes it out Monday evening. To every member of the Class of 2026 — you did it! This community is cheering for you and wishes you all the success in life.

If you’re a young person headed to a graduation party this weekend, I’m gonna tell you what I tell my children: Make good choices. Designate a driver, look out for your friends, and remember that the people who love you most want to see you make it to whatever comes next. The future is bright — don’t let one bad decision dim it.

𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞
Brighton High School Graduation, Thursday, May 14, 7:30 p.m., livestream: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2h5lv8UMfaI​
Munford High School Graduation, Friday, May 15, 6 p.m., livestream: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jgSmXvfFv​
Covington High School Graduation, Monday, May 18, 7 p.m., livestream: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhRRGgAlL_s​

Now, here’s everything happening around the county this weekend! It’s another full one, so let’s get into it, y’all.

𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟓
𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 Think you know your Millennial pop culture? The Tipton County Museum is putting that confidence to the test with a generation-spanning trivia showdown – 10 rounds, 10 questions each, and bragging rights on the line. (We’ll be there!) At $10 per person and teams of up to six, this is one of the most affordable Friday nights you’ll find anywhere. Best of all, proceeds go directly to the museum’s expansion fund, so your competitive streak is also doing some good.

 $10 per person
 Tipton County Museum, 758 Bert Johnston Ave., Covington
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/1968939420418715​
(Doors open at 6 p.m., fun starts at 7 p.m.)

𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟔
𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘀 & 𝗕𝗼𝗯𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗼, 𝟳–𝟭𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. Grab the little ones and head to Pioneer Park in Atoka for one of the sweetest events of the year. Kids ages 1–15 get to fish side by side with law enforcement from all over Tipton County. The lake is stocked, prizes are up for grabs, and there’s even a breakfast food truck on site. Just bring your own pole and bait and let the good times bite. Parking is limited, so a shuttle will run from Atoka Elementary if needed.

 Free (bring your own pole and bait)
 Pioneer Park, Atoka
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/1492495912458014​

𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗶𝘁 & 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. For the serious anglers out there, Glenn Springs Bait & Tackle is hosting its very first catfish tournament and it’s a full day on the water. Fishing runs from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., with prizes awarded for first, second, and third place. Entry is $50 per boat (two anglers per boat), and you can pay at the store ahead of time or the morning of. All Tennessee fishing regulations apply, so make sure your license is current before you launch.

 $50 per boat (2 anglers)
 Glenn Springs Bait & Tackle, 284 Grimes Rd., Drummonds, TN 38023
 More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1208346404717771

𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁, 𝟴 𝗮.𝗺.–𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 The Munford Farmers & Artisans Market is back at Veterans Plaza this Saturday with a packed vendor list. Think fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, jellies, handmade crafts, clothing, jewelry, and enough food options to fuel your whole morning. Whether you’re stocking up the kitchen or just strolling, it’s the kind of Saturday morning errand that actually feels like a treat. Several vendors are veteran-owned businesses, which are marked in the city’s materials.

 Free to attend
 Veterans Plaza, 1483 Munford Ave., Munford
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/1338953824773808

𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗲’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸, 𝟵 𝗮.𝗺. Gracie’s May Walk is a weekend-long event focused on raising awareness about dementia while bringing the community together in support of families affected by the disease. Saturday’s memorial walk begins at 9 a.m. on Tatlock Avenue in Covington, with a shuttle available from the park to the subdivision. The day continues with food, music, line dancing and fellowship beginning at 1 p.m. Organizers will also host T-shirt pickup Friday evening from 6–8 p.m. and a church worship service on Sunday.

 Free to attend
 Tatlock Avenue, Covington

𝗧𝗮𝗿𝗽 𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹, 𝟵 𝗮.𝗺. Keep Tipton County Beautiful and Keep Tennessee Beautiful are partnering up to give away free tarps at the Tipton County Landfill this Saturday, starting at 9 a.m., while supplies last. If you haul debris, compost, or do any kind of yard work, this is a freebie worth the early start.

 Free
 Tipton County Landfill, 8698 Hwy 59 W, Brighton, TN 38011
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=pfbid021pWRPLzHCGWBS2NfnaLoLZjrNQcUKAhvV9BvjL7DMdgTecp4uC3XjmX8iaKEKwQel&id=100083040415810​

𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁-𝗨𝗽, 𝟭𝟬 𝗮.𝗺.-𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 Whether you knit, crochet, weave, embroider, sew, or quilt, the Fiber Arts Fun Meet-Up at the Tipton County Public Library is a welcoming, low-pressure gathering for crafters of all skill levels. Bring a current project, discover a new technique, or just come enjoy some creative community time. It meets the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month, making this weekend a perfect chance to check it out.

 Free
 Tipton County Public Library, Covington

𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁-𝗞𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝟭–𝟮 𝗽.𝗺. Tipton County Public Library is turning snack time into a cultural experience. Teens ages 12–17 are invited to sample Japanese Kit-Kat flavors and play games for a fun Saturday afternoon. If you’ve ever been curious about the wild world of international candy, this is your hour. It’s a library event, so it’s free, low-key, and genuinely delightful. (The libraries here have incredible programming, so check them out.)

 Free
 Tipton County Public Library, 3149 Highway 51 S, Bldg C, Covington, TN 38019
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/2032485594369058​

𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗥𝗣 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟱 𝗽.𝗺. Brighton Presbyterian Church is throwing open its doors for their annual fish fry. Freshly prepared plates, warm fellowship, and live gospel music from the Crossing Jordan Quartet make this the perfect way to wind down a busy Saturday. It kicks off at 5 p.m. and runs into the evening, so come hungry, bring a friend, and leave feeling fed in more ways than one.

 Free (donation likely welcome)
 81 Church Street, Brighton, TN
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/1614853933128453​

𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗕𝗼𝗫𝘅 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝟳𝟵𝟳 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆, 𝟳 𝗽.𝗺. Rock and roll comes to Covington Saturday night when MusicBoXx takes the stage at 797 Distillery for a 3.5-hour set of high-energy live music. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the band hits the stage at 7. With CJ’s Kitchen food truck on site and the bar stocked, there’s no reason to leave. It’s an all-ages show, so bring the whole crew.

 Free (all ages)
 797 Distillery, 425 E Pleasant Ave., Covington, TN 38019
 More information: ​https://www.facebook.com/events/1968939420418715​

 Thank you to Gaines Lawn Solutions for sponsoring the Tipton To-Do List again this week! 

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗼-𝗗𝗼 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁? It’s our most popular feature every week! Sponsorship packages start at $100. Email ​echo@paperfoldsnews.com​ for more information or refer us to someone you know. We’d love to have you!

 See ya next week for the unofficial start of the summer!