2nd Annual Boro Yoga Fest - April 7
Beginning April 2 – Men’s 50-Plus Softball League
New Vision Baptist Church (1750 N. Thompson Ln.) runs a softball league April through October for men who are over 50. Open to the public. Church, non-church teams and individuals are welcome. For more information, contact dhand13@yahoo.com or ray.moss@newvisionlife.com, or visit newvisionlife.com.
April 5 – Celebrity Waiters Dinner
The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro presents the Ninth Annual Celebrity Waiters Dinner Thursday, April 5, at Stones River Country Club (1830 NW. Broad St.) from 6–9 p.m. “Boot-Scoot and Boogie in The Boro,” is this year’s theme with several live bands and celebrities. For sponsorship, table reservations, tickets, donation of auction items or more information, call 615-893-2067. Proceeds from the evening benefit The Family Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect and other projects of The Exchange Club of Murfreesboro such as Americanism, Community Service and Youth Activities. The club meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday evenings at Through the Grapevine (630 Broadmor Blvd., St. 190). For more information, visit nationalexchangeclub.org.
April 7 – 2nd Annual Boro Yoga Fest
Practice various styles of yoga including Vinyasa, Restorative, Hot 26 and Ashtanga, led by a variety of Murfreesboro’s best yoga instructors at Lane Agri Park Community Center (315 John Rice Blvd.) Saturday, April 7, beginning at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Trini Foundation, which brings yoga to individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction. For more information, contact 615-796-1335 or boroyogafest@gmail.com or visit boroyogafest.com.
April 7 – Small Quantity Generator Hazardous Waste Collection
All Rutherford County residents, as well as residents from surrounding counties, are encouraged to properly dispose of household hazardous waste during this TDEC collection Saturday, April 7, from 8 a.m.–noon. Paint and electronic waste are not accepted. For a fee and advance reservations, small businesses may properly dispose of hazardous materials immediately following the household hazardous waste collection at City of Murfreesboro Public Works Facility (4765 Florence Rd.) Saturday, April 7, at noon. Contact Clean Harbors Environmental Services for more information at 615-643-3170 or tncesqg@cleanharbors.com, or visit solidwaste.rutherfordcountytn.gov.
April 7 – 4 Way Test Speech Contest
High school students are invited to compete for cash in the Murfreesboro Rotary Club’s 4 Way Test public speaking contest at Adams Place (1927 Memorial Blvd.) Saturday, April 7, at 9 a.m., to develop future leaders and promote ethical behavior. The principles of the 4 Way Test have been developed over the years to provide Rotarians with a strong, common purpose and direction, and it has grown into one of the most widely printed and quoted statements of business ethics in the world. There is no fee to participate; open to ninth- through twelfth-grade students in public, private and home schools. Monetary prizes are awarded with a chance to compete in the finals. To register, contact david@thebarnabasvision.org.
April 7 – Paws & Pearls
Paws & Pearls benefits the Beesley Animal Foundation Saturday, April 7, 6–10 p.m., hosted by Ruth & Eddy Taylor at Sitaspel Downe (7421 Cainsville Pk, Lascassas). Reservations required for persons and for well-behaved leashed canines. For more information, call 615-217-1030 or visit beesleyanimalfoundation.org.
April 7 – C3 Game Night
Join other married couples for a night of food, fun, and fellowship with First Baptist Church of Murfreesboro’s C3 Marriage Ministry game night, held at the 3343 Memorial Clubhouse (3343 Memorial Blvd.) on Saturday, April 7, from 6–11 p.m. Choose from dozens of free group games, card games and mystery scenarios while making new friends. Space is limited; registration required. For more information, visit fbcmurfreesboro.org or register for C3 Game Night on EventBrite.
April 10 – Equali-Tea: A High Tea
April 10 – Equali-Tea: A High Tea
The second annual Equali-Tea: A High Tea (hats optional) returns Tuesday, April 10, to the MTSU Miller Education Center (503 E. Bell St.) at 4:30 p.m., with chairs Madelyn Scales Harris and Diane Turnham. Two Murfreesboro legends have stepped up to lead the Murfreesboro branch of the American Association of University Women for a social, fundraiser, and educational to raise scholarship and programming funds for the Middle Tennessee Fund for Women and Girls, a nonprofit organization in support of the mission of AAUW Murfreesboro: to level the playing field for women and girls in education and in the workforce. This year focuses on how Title IX has helped build women’s collegiate athletics contributing to scholarships for women returning to college. The Curious Kitchen serves a three-course high tea, complete with continuous table-side tea service. Reservations are required and offered at no cost. Attendees are invited to make a contribution at the event. For more information, contact contact@equali-tea.org or visit equali-tea.org.
April 10 – Marriage and Money Seminar
Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) invites couples to a free seminar on Marriage and Money in the second floor Board Room (105 W. Vine St.) Tuesday, April 10, at noon. Take a money personality test and review advantages and disadvantages of different money personalities. Facilitators and financial counselor Chris Brown and Sandy Arons give tips on how to talk with your spouse about money, provide a monthly spouse’s financial review and give options to track spending. No registration necessary. For more information, contact 615-893-4131, ext. 119, or cghattas@rclstn.org, or visit rclstn.org.
April 10 – Rock the Block
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce presents Business After Hours: Rock the Block, an informal business networking event, on Tuesday, April 10, from 5–7 p.m. outside on South Walnut Street between West Main West Vine streets. Bring plenty of business cards. Admission is $5 for CoC members and $15 for future members. No registration is required. For more information, visit rutherfordchamber.org.
April 10 and 17 – Can Police Do That?
Murfreesboro Attorneys Scott Kimberly and Hunter Fowler bring “Can Police Do That” back for its fourth consecutive year to discusses interaction with the police, Constitutional rights and a number of other issues in the legal field. The series is sponsored jointly by the MTSU College Democrats, the MTSU College Republicans and the Young Americans for Liberty. The series is scheduled to take place April 2, 10 and 17 starting at 7 p.m. in Room 221 of the Student Union Building at MTSU (1301 E. Main St.). For more information, visit canpolicedothat.com.
April 12- RCHA April Social
The Rutherford Country Hospitality Association welcomes the CVB Connect Group for its April social on Thursday, April 12, from 5–7 p.m., at Buffalo Wild Wings (207 Stones River Mall Blvd.) Samuel Adams Lager serves as drink sponsor for this networking opportunity with the tourism industry of Rutherford County. For more information, call 615-785-3299.
April 13 – Garage Barre ’80s Birthday Bash
Celebrate Garage Barre’s 2nd Birthday Bash like its 1985 for a totally rad barre workout to Live ’80s Tribute Band, Mixtape, playing popular ’80s songs all night Friday, April 13, at The Middle Tennessee Expo Center (1660 Middle TN. Blvd.) with a workout from 7–8 p.m. followed by a dance shaking your side ponytails and leg warmers off from 8–9 p.m.). Crimp your hair, grab a leotard and channel your best Jane Fonda. Enjoy a photo-booth, complimentary bottled water and free parking. Bring your own yoga mat (some available for sale at the event). For more information, contact hello@garagebarre.com or visit mixtape80sband.com.
April 13 – Alzheimer’s Caregiver Conference
Join the Alzheimer’s Association Mid South Chapter at the St. Clair Senior Center (335 St. Clair St.) Friday, April 13, from 8 a.m.–2 p.m., for the annual Caregiver Conference with this year’s conference covering: Alzheimer’s, dementia, caregiver stress, behaviors, communication and providing care. Professionals are welcome. Free for all attendees with lunch provided. For more information, contact 800-272-3900 or tcloud-mann@alz.org.
April 13 – Tea and Talk by Casondra Renaye
Teal and Talk inspires everyone to share their true purpose and is geared towards women, but no one is refused. Come out to give, but also to receive, at Panera Bread (1970 Old Fort Pkwy.) from 5:30–7 p.m. Seating is limited. Admission is free. For more information, visit sonraesconsulting on Facebook.
April 13 – Advance Care Planning in 7 Steps
Join Alive Hospice for another great Lunch and Learn Friday, April 13, from noon–1 p.m., at Alive Hospice Murfreesboro (1629 Williams Dr.). This month’s program covers Advance Care Planning in 7 Steps in conjunction with a personal planning tool, “The Gift Initiative Book” (free). Lunch provided and parking free. For more information, contact 615-346-8418 or kking@alivehospice.org, or visit alivehospice.org.
April 13 and 14 – Operation Kidsafe Safety Event
April 13 and 14 – Operation Kidsafe Safety Event
This free, lifesaving Child Safety Event is a continent-wide, custom digital fingerprinting unit similar to what the FBI and Secret Service use. The local sponsor, Chevrolet Buick GMC Murfreesboro (960 John R. Rice Blvd.), runs the system and makes it free and private for parents Friday, April 13, from 1–6 p.m. and Saturday, April 14 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Safety tips to start a family safety action plan are also included. Parents take home the only record of the visit that is ready to hand to law enforcement in an emergency. Operation Kidsafe founder Mark Bott has been an Internationally known Child Safety Advocate for 18 years. For more information, contact 727-771-6441, 217-535-4100 or operationkidsafe22@gmail.com.
April 13–15 – West TN Quarter Horse Show
Join the West Tennessee Quarter Horse Show April 13–15 for the Spring Fling Circuit at The Tennessee Miller Coliseum (304 W. Thompson Ln.). Admission is free. For more information, visit wtqha.org.
April 14 – Bounce Back Golf Scramble
MTSU’s Leisure, Sport and Tourism Studies Program Planning class invites everyone to the Bounce Back Golf Scramble benefiting Homes for Our Troops on Saturday, April 14, at 1 p.m. at Champion’s Run Golf Course (14262 Mt Pleasant Rd., Rockvale). Homes for Our Troops builds homes for service members who have been severely injured in combat since Sept. 11, 2001. Each home is specially made for a severely injured veteran. This year, funds benefit Sergeant Brian Camacho who was wounded in Iraq and returned home paralyzed from the waist down. A subsequent accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. For more information, contact 706-968-3478 or mjv2y@mtmail.mtsu.edu. Register for the Spring 2018 Bounce Back Golf Scramble at active.com.
April 14 – Adventures in Agriculture
April 14 – Adventures in Agriculture
Join the Rutherford County Agriculture Community at Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Blvd.) on Saturday, April 14, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m., to educate the community about local agriculture with hands-on activities. Farmers share their knowledge of animals, crops, homegrown foods and handmade products. Food donations are welcome at registration for the Rutherford County Food Bank. The first 25 teachers within Rutherford County, with a current teacher ID, to register, receive a $20 gift certificate from a local teacher’s store, along with coupons and other teaching resources. Adventures in Agriculture features live animal exhibits, children’s games, a food display, gardening information and a fishing rodeo. All ages can learn heritage skills such as butter making and spinning yarn. Admission is free and open to the public. For more information, call 615-898-7710.
April 19 – The Connection
Local small business owners will gather for The Connection: An Evening of Professional Networking and Business Brainstorming from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, April 19, at the headquarters of Willow Balm and Wicked Stepsister Productions, 2230 Southgate Blvd., Suite B. All Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs and professionals are welcome to attend this casual, free, no-obligation event, where they can meet other small business owners and tap into one another’s experience and energy. An open roundtable discussion will encourage participation from those in attendance, asking them to articulate their vision for their business and calling for examples of some of the business challenges and solutions they are experiencing. The series will continue the third Thursday of each month.
April 19 – The Addicted Brain
Bradford Health Services and the Rutherford County Prevention Coalition for Success welcome Tim Hilton to Murfreesboro to present “The Addicted Brain – The Science of Addiction” at Murfreesboro Housing Authority (415 N. Maple St.) Thursday, April 19, from 6–8 p.m. Hilton explains in simple terms the science behind addiction through his life experience as an addict and helping other addicts recover. This event is free and informative. Reservations are required; seating is limited. For more information, call 615-893-9414.
April 20 – Hometown Heroes Walk for Children
The Child Advocacy Center brings awareness to Child Abuse Prevention Month with the Hometown Heroes Walk for Children on Friday, April 20. The 2-mile walk begins at the Murfreesboro Civic Plaza (111 W. Vine St.) at 11:45 a.m. and travels to the Child Advocacy Center (1040 Samsonite Blvd.), where the event concludes with a picnic lunch. Child Advocacy Center helps child abuse victims and their families heal from the trauma. For more information, call 615-867-9000. Please pre-register at cacrutherford.org.
April 20 – PCA Spring Soiree
The Providence Christian Academy Spring Soiree is a casual, outdoor event benefiting the PCA Annual Fund featuring delicious food, fun music and a silent and live auction at Belle Meadows Farms (6241 Brown’s Mill Rd., Lascassas) Friday, April 20, from 6–9 p.m. For more information, visit providencechristian.com.
April 21 – UnWined
Join an evening of Fundraising, Fellowship and Wine Tasting with light refreshments served by Carriage Lane Inn, beverages by Murfreesboro Wine and Spirits, silent auction and wine grab at Saint Rose School Gym (1601 N. Tennessee Blvd.) Saturday, April 21, from 6:30–9 p.m. Adults only (21 years of age or older). For more information, visit saintrose.org or email saintrosewomensministry@gmail.com.
April 21 – Boro Adventure Fest / Molly Elgin, left, prepares her bedding inside one of the families tents as her father, Wayne, right, secures the tent to the ground at Family Campout at the Backcountry site at Barfield Park.
Photo by Jim Davis/Murfreesboro Parks & Rec
April 21 – Boro Adventure Fest
Escape into the woods for a day with a community of adventure seekers, explorers, risk-takers and nature lovers at Boro Adventure Fest at The Wilderness Station (697 Veterans Pkwy.) Saturday, April 21, from noon–4 p.m. With the help of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Dept., all proceeds benefit Candle Wishes, a local non-profit that fulfills the birthday wishes and provides essential needs for homeless and needy children in the community (candlewishes.org). The adventure begins with a hike through the woods and continues with live music by Hogslop String Band and the Hardin Draw alongside campfires, food, hammocking, slacklining and rock climbing. Kids can head over to the Kids Zone for face painting, animal encounters, games and a story trail. Attendees can also participate in the optional campout at no additional cost (space is limited) beginning at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $10 for those over 13; free for kids 12 and under. Register at eventbrite.com. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or lhughes@murfreesborotn.gov, or visit boroadventurefest.com.
April 22 – European Farmhouse Technique Painting Workshop
Join Quinn’s Mercantile (301 N. Spring St.) Sunday, April 22, from 1–5 p.m., for CeCe Caldwell’s chalk and mineral paint workshop. Learn to layer, texturize and blend paint to achieve an authentic worn look often found on the antiques of France and other European countries. Bring your own piece of furniture, outdated looking furniture or accent piece from aged and overused, and learn everything from cleaning to application, layering, technique and finish. Your piece must be small enough to carry into the shop on your own; chairs, side tables, trays, candlesticks or more are welcome. All supplies included. Registration required. For more information, visit quinns-mercantile.myshopify.com.
April 22 – MT Sprint Triathalon
The MT Sprint Triathalon specifically caters to beginners who want to brag that they have completed their first triathlon. Participate in a unique 300-meter pool swim, a 10-mile bike ride, and finish with a 5K through MTSU’s beautiful campus (1301 E. Main St.). Seasoned athletes are also welcome. Teams are allowed. You must be a college student with college ID. Prizes awarded. Sign up for the MT Sprint Triathalon at runsignup.com.
April 24 – Light Up Local Firefly Awards
Murfreesboro and Smyrna Independent Merchants Association announces the inaugural Light Up Local Firefly Awards, Tuesday, April 24, from 6–9 p.m., at the Grove at Williamson Place (3250 Wilkinson Pk.) with an evening of local food, music and the presentation of the Firefly Awards. The people’s choice awards celebrate the importance of supporting independent businesses by showcasing locally owned businesses in both Murfreesboro and Smyrna. Admission charged. For more information, visit locallyownedmurfreesboro.org/nominations or locallyownedmurfreesboro on Facebook.
April 26–28 – Southern Saddlebred Horse Show
Witness the Southern Saddlebred Horse Show Spring Fling April 26–28 for a perfect warm-up show to start the season at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum (304 W. Thompson Ln.), one of the finest equine facilities in the Southeast. For more information, visit southernsaddlebred.com.
April 27 – Wine on the Veranda
Join the Historic Sam Davis Home and Plantation (1399 Sam Davis Rd.) for its annual Wine on the Veranda with a night featuring wine and food tasting, live music, dancing, and a silent auction Friday, April 27, from 6–9 p.m. VIP hour begins at 5 p.m. for exclusive access to a tour of the historic home and specialty spirits and food. For tickets or more information, visit samdavishome.org.
April 28 – Thai-Lao Food Fair
Wat Amphawan of America (4880 Barfield Crescent Rd.), hosts the Thai-Lao Food Fair on Saturday, April 28, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. with lots of delicious dishes from Southeast Asia. For more information, visit THAI, TN on Facebook.
April 28 – Spring Market 2018
Get ready for Mother’s Day at the Spring Market with over 90 vendors at the MidTN Expo (1660 Middle Tennessee Blvd.) from 11 a.m–4 p.m. on Saturday, April 28. Local photographers offer free digital photos (1 per family) and door prizes go to the first 40 customers. For more information, contact elizabethdeslatte@yahoo.com.
April 28 – Pioneer Days
Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) will host the 42nd Annual Pioneer Days on April 28 from 10 am. to 4 p.m. There will be old-time live music, cloggers, hayrides, craft booths, blacksmith demonstrations, antique auto show, Art League demonstrations and fun for all ages. Admission is free. Food will be available for purchase. For more information call 615-890-0355.
April 28 – Celebration Bowl
The Down Syndrome Association of Middle Tennessee (DSAMT) invites the public to its first Celebration Bowl to celebrate and support individuals with Down Syndrome and their families and to promote understanding and acceptance. Families, schools, churches, businesses and media can enjoy bowling, a silent auction and top prizes at Lanes, Trains and Automobiles (450 Butler Dr.) Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. (check in at 9 a.m.). For more information, call 615-605-0020.
April 28 – Lowe’s Women Build Clinic
Take the opportunity to learn at Lowe’s Women Build Clinic (1825 Old Fort Pkwy., Murfreesboro, and 410 Genie Ln., Smyrna) on April 28, from 2–4 p.m., with workshop topics focusing on: Caulking, Centering, Measuring and Sawing, and How to use Drills and Nail Guns. Registration deadline is April 25. For more information, call 615-890-5877 ext. 106.
April 29 – 13th Annual See Spot Run
The Annual See Spot Run 5K Run/Walk supports the MTSU Habitat Blitz Build and Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity on Sunday, April 29, at MTSU (1301 E. Main St.). The Office of Student Organizations & Service and Sigma Pi Fraternity invite you to run with your dog (rabies tags required). Registration begins at 6:45 a.m. at Peck Hall with race beginning at 8 a.m. Race entry includes a dry-fit style shirt and awards to the top age group finishers. For more information, call 615-898-5812. Register at runsignup.com.
April 29 – Escape Murfreesboro
Locked Murfreesboro brings a one-of-a-kind, city-wide event Escape Games Murfreesboro with an Amazing Race style ‘game’ mixed with escape room games Sunday, April 29, from 2–5 p.m. Register at Locked Murfreesboro (115 Mall Circle Dr.) or at escapemurfreesboro.com and receive clues to solve a series of puzzles and perform physical tasks. Find 12 fictional FBI agents around the city to win the grand prize. Space is limited. For more information, contact 615-838-7418 or lucas@lockedmurfreesboro.com.
April 29 – Fido Spring Fling
April 29 – Fido Spring Fling
Join Beesley Animal Foundation & Rutherford County PAWS Shelter for the 3rd annual Fido Spring Fling on Sunday, April 29, from 2–5 p.m., at Lane Agri-Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.) with your leashed pooch, fun games for kids, local food trucks, over 20 vendor booths and a dog costume contest. Sponsored by Nashville Pet Emergency Clinic and Licker & Whine Pet Market, festival admission is free, but a $15 donation per dog gains your pup access to the egg hunt and costume contest. Entry fee benefits Beesley Animal Foundation and Rutherford County PAWS. Vendor applications accepted; space is limited. To volunteer, contact jeff@nashvillepaw.com or visit fidospringfling.com.
Tuesdays – Chess Club
The Murfreesboro Chess Club meets each Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the McDonald’s at 1706 Memorial Blvd. Chess players of all levels are invited to come out and meet and play against other local chess enthusiasts. For more information, call 615-713-9256.
Wednesdays – Boro2Square Runners
Boro2Square Runners is a running group for individuals looking to get out and run and socialize with other runners. Weekly runs begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday, starting from the Boulevard Bar and Grill, 2154 Middle Tennessee Blvd. Distances are between 3 and 5 miles, with runners of all paces. For more information, visit facebook.com/boro2square.
