April 2 – National Walking Day Community Walk in Smyrna
Community members are invited to participate in a 1-mile walk for the American Heart Association’s National Walking Day with TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center and North Rutherford YMCA staff on the community walking trail (200 StoneCrest Blvd., Smyrna) from 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2. A trainer from The North Rutherford YMCA will join the walkers for motivation and discussion of benefits from walking. Participants may join the walk at any time between 11:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. and between 4:30-5:30 pm. For more information, visit startwalkingnow.org or tristarstonecrest.com.
April 3-4 – Tennessee State Archery Tournament
Enjoy the Tennessee State Archery Tournament at Tennessee Miller Coliseum (304-B W. Thompson Ln.). Admission is free. For more information, call (615) 494-8961 or visit mtsu.edu/tmc.
April 4 – WBCA presents ‘It’s Our Game!’ Marketing Symposium
Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) present its first “It’s Our Game!” Marketing Symposium as part of the 2014 WBCA National Convention from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Music City Center’s Davidson Ballroom (700 Korean Veterans Blvd.). This event is free and open to anyone including coaches, administrators, media, boosters, parents, fans or anyone interested in learning how to better promote women’s and girls’ basketball. Middle Tennessee head coach Rick Insell will speak at 3:45 p.m. For more information, call (770) 279-8027 ext. 112 or visit wbca.org.
April 5 – Saturday Morning Stories at the Museum
This is the perfect opportunity for our children to connect with history. Listen to a story reading in the Sam Davis Home Visitor Center (1399 Sam Davis Rd.) and participate in a related craft beginning at 10:30 a.m. Admission is free and no reservation is required for children up to 10 and their caregivers. Regular admission rates apply for tours. For more information, call (615) 459-2341 or visit samdavishome.org.
April 5 – Murfreesboro Noon Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
The Murfreesboro Noon Lions Club hosts a pancake breakfast at Applebee’s (2896 S. Rutherford Blvd.) from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 5. Admission is $5 per person. Proceeds will be used for eye surgeries, glasses, screening and other areas of assistance that help our community. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
April 5 – United We Style
Tangerine Salon and Spa presents United We Style at The Gateway Village (820 N. Thompson Ln.) from 5:30-9 p.m. to benefit the United Way and Aveda Earth Month with local models, fashion and vendors. VIP hour is from 5:30-6:30 p.m. with celebrity guests, signature cocktails, food and exclusive access to vendor booths. Doors open at 6:30 with the fashion show at 7 p.m. and post-show shopping, mingling and photo opportunities. For more information, visit uwrutherford.org/Events/UnitedWeStyle.aspx.
April 5 – Lowe’s Women Build Clinic
Designed especially for women, Lowe’s (1825 Old Fort Pkwy.) partners with Habitat for Humanity to teach various construction skills through hands-on workshops with guest speaker Felecia W., future Women Build homeowner, with various workshops and light refreshments from 9-11 a.m. The theme for this year’s Women Build is: “Girls play house, women build them!” For more information, call (615) 890-5877, ext. 106 or e-mail megan@rchfh.org.
April 10 – Glow in the Dark Egg Hunt
Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee come together for a glow in the dark egg hunt from 6-8 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church (2303 Jones Blvd.). Play in a bounce house, interact with some of Camp Sycamore Hill’s ponies, play games and learn about Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee. Parents can register their incoming kindergartner through 11th grader in the organization or re-register their troop. To learn more, visit gsmidtn.org or call (615) 890-2451 or (615) 690-7051.
April 12 – 10th Annual Underwater Egg Hunt
The Aquatics division at Patterson Community Center Pool (521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro) invites you to its 10th Annual Underwater Egg Hunt for children ages 2-9, from 10:15-11:45 a.m. on Saturday, April 12. Make sure to bring a bag or basket to hold your eggs while you are on your egg-hunting adventure in the water. Cost is $3 per child. For registration and information, call the Aquatics Department at (615) 893-7439.
April 12 – Geocaching 101
Come out and get active with a real-world, outdoor treasure-hunting game using GPS-enabled devices to navigate a specific set of GPS coordinates and attempt to find the geocache (container) hidden at that location with the Middle Tennessee Geocachers Club at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, at the Barfield Crescent Wilderness Station (301 Volunteer Rd.). Learn the basics, how to get started and what resources are available. A GPS or smartphone is required, however a limited amount of equipment will be available for loan. Admission is free; reservations are required. For more information, call (615) 217-3017.
April 12 – Bicycle Tours of the Stones River National Battlefield
Join a ranger for a beautiful 90-minute bicycle tour of the battlefield at Stones River Battlefield (1563 N. Thompson Ln.) at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 12. Admission is free. For more information, call (615) 893-9501 or visit nps.gov/stri.
April 12 – Friends of Linebaugh Library Community Technology Center Fundraiser
The Friends of Linebaugh Library features author Dr. June Hall McCash at a Wine and Cheese fundraiser from 5-7 p.m. at Oakland Mansions’ Maney Hall (900 N. Maney Ave.). Funds raised benefit the creation of a Community Technology Center for the Linebaugh Library System. This Center would house all electronic forms of communication, education, and outreach not easily available to all county residents. Dr. June Hall McCash, winner of the 2011 and 2013 Georgia Author of the Year Awards and a professor at MTSU, will speak on her new book A Titanic Love Story: Ida and Isidor Strauss, which retells the Strauss’ story, owners of Macy’s Department store, and the tragic end to their enduring love. Reservations can be made at the Linebaugh Circulation Desk (105 W. Vine St.). Cost for the event is $20 for Friends members and $25 for non-members. For more information, e-mail swpineault@gmail.com or call (615) 631-3688.
April 18 – Cannonsburgh Concert Series
Attend the Cannonsburgh Concert Series (312 S. Front St.) from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, April 18. Admission is free. For more information, call (615) 890-0355.
April 18 – P.A.L. Youth and Families Good Friday Golf Tournament
Help raise money for the Rutherford County program Police Athletic League at the P.A.L. Youth and Families Good Friday Golf Scramble at Smyrna Golf Course at Smyrna Airport (101 E. Sam Ridley Pkwy.) from noon-5 p.m. on Friday, April 18. For more information, call (615) 545-0984 or visit tnpalyouth.org.
April 19 – Elite Energy Gymnastics Easter Egg Hunt
Elite Energy Gymnastics (2121 Battlefield Pkwy.) hosts its Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 19. Bring your friends! Enjoy games, prizes, a bouncy castle with 9-foot slide and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. You do not have to be a member of Elite Energy to attend. For more information, call (615) 890-6611 or visit eliteenergygymnastics.com.
April 19 – 14th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza
Hop on over to the Historic Sam Davis Home and Plantation (1399 Sam Davis Rd.) for the 14th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza from 10 a.m.-noon. Play with the Easter Bunny while enjoying games, face painting and more. Three egg hunts are scheduled: children ages 0-3 at 10:30 a.m., ages 4-6 at 11 a.m., and ages 7-10 at 11:30 a.m. Guided tours of the historic home will be offered as well. Bring your Easter basket and don’t forget to wear your best bonnet or handsome hat. Admission is $2 per person (for participants over 6 months old). For more information, call (615) 459-2341 or visit samdavishome.org.
April 19 – Citywide Easter Egg Hunt
Children of all ages can enjoy this free Easter egg hunt complete with prizes at Richard Siegel Park (515 Cherry Ln.) at 1 p.m. Participate in carnival-style games and a visit from the Easter Bunny. For more information, call (615) 907-2251.
April 22 – Social Media Seminar
If you have thought about using social media for your business but need help, come out for this seminar by the Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Middle Tennessee State University titled “Social Media Marketing – The Smart Way!” from 2:30-4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, at The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce (3050 Medical Center Pkwy.). Learn how to market your business through social networks such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ while building a list of valuable social networking sites, exploring social media scheduling tools and learning how social networks can complement your current website. Reservations are required and available at tsbdc.org or by calling (615) 898-2745.
April 24 – Journeys in Community Living Annual Celebration and Silent Auction
Journeys in Community Living holds its Annual Celebration and Silent Auction to benefit adults with intellectual disabilities in Rutherford and Cannon counties at DoubleTree by Hilton (1850 Old Fort Pkwy.) from 5-9:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. MTSU Men’s Basketball Coach Kermit Davis will serve as keynote speaker. To purchase event tickets, a table or sponsorship, call (615) 295-3046 or visit journeysincommunity.org.
April 24-26 – Crafters Exchange Consignment Sale
Mid-TN Scrapbooking Club gives crafters the opportunity to exchange and sell their no-longer-needed craft items or shop for new project materials at Smyrna Town Centre (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. East) from 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. on April 24-26, with proceeds benefiting the Rutherford County Domestic Violence Center. For more information, find the Mid-TN Scrapbooking Club on meetup.com.
April 25-26 – Second Annual Boro Fondo
Take part in this awesome bike tour and festival supporting local music and home-grown arts with stand-up comedians, field day activities, bicycle floats, a marching band, and short plays performed by local actors. For more information and a complete line-up, visit borofondo.com or the Facebook event at Boro Fondo 2014.
April 26 – 13th Annual Earth Day Celebration
Help save the planet while enjoying refreshments, children’s activities and live entertainment from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, with environmental and educational booths at the Historic Square. This event is free to the public. For more information, call (615) 494-0407.
April 26 – 38th Annual Cannonsburgh Pioneer Days
Come out for the 38th Annual Cannonsburgh Pioneer Days (312 S. Front St.) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, with old-time music and demonstrators, clogging, crafters, hayrides, blacksmith demonstrations, an antique car show and a bluegrass concert. Admission is free. For more information, call (615) 890-0355.
April 26-June 7 – PATH Classes – Youth Villages
PATH Classes – Youth Villages (200 E. Main St.) offers classes for foster parents from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For a child, there’s nothing more important than to have a place to call home, a family to love and parents who believe in them. If you have enough love in your heart for a child who desperately needs it, help a child find the way home. For more information, visit youthvillages.org.
