Bluegrass and folk music fans can find a festival home in Murfreesboro this May, as organizers prepare to host the inaugural Gallagher Fest in celebration of the internationally recognized local Gallagher Guitar Company. Festival organizers have said the upcoming festival is not just about the music, but is a celebration of people coming together as […]
A ramen and hibachi restaurant called Yamato has opened at 1636 New Salem Hwy., and offers a variety of hibachi and ramen options with the choice of a tonkotsu, miso, shoyu and chicken bases. Hours are daily from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., except Tuesday, when the restaurant is closed. Visit yamatomurfreesboro.com for more information. […]
Murfreesboro’s beloved Catfeine Cat Cafe is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone: five years of purr-fection. Founded by the dedicated duo Taura and Curtis Byrd, Catfeine has become a cherished sanctuary for both cats and cat lovers since its doors opened in 2019. The Byrds and their feline friends are eagerly preparing to commemorate […]
Twelve and a half years since its debut, Irene, with only the release of Robin (2015) in between, longstanding Murfreesboro funk and groove outfit Mize and the Drive has released its third full-length, studio album, Louie and the Short-Time Angels, out of Nashville’s Welcome to 1979 Studios. With finessed earworms and off-the-chest lyrics, Louie runs […]
As runners prepare to line up on the track on May 6 and 7 to compete in the Area 16 Special Olympics track meet, organizers are inviting the public to pack the stands and cheer on the athletes. Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. One […]
Murfreesboro’s JazzFest returns to the Fountains at Gateway for another weekend of music starting on Friday, April 26. Known for showcasing student jazz ensembles and professional talent, JazzFest has been an annual Murfreesboro tradition for over 25 years. Previously held in the spring on the Murfreesboro Public Square for many years, JazzFest moved to the […]
Yet another worthy entry among the Thai and Lao restaurants of Murfreesboro, Ginger Thai Bistro offers the flavors of Southeast Asia, carefully crafted and beautifully presented, at its Thompson Lane eatery. The place smells very nice within—ginger and soy scents fill the air, mingling with gently thumping, energetic Asian-flavored music. Ginger, which opened in 2018, […]
This month’s issue of Murfreesboro Makers deals with a hot topic. We will be discussing guns, including ownership, rights and safety, as well as where you can find firearms and all the necessities that come with owning them. I got the opportunity to visit with the new owners of Bullseye Gun & Range, located at […]
