April 4 – Central Magnet Students Book Signing
Four students from the English class of Central Magnet School (CMS) teacher Cynthia Head will sell and sign copies of their works at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) Thursday, April 4, from 3:30–6 p.m. Brady Bryson, a 15-year-old sophomore, wrote What I Am Made Of. He tells of his experience with divorced parents, step-parents and a variety of diverse siblings, which strengthened his relationship with Christ. Poets Senait Desta, Ethan Christopher and Chelsea Butner partnered together for Just Poems. They all use poetry to express their emotions, and they hope that poetry inspires others to do the same. For more information, call 615-893-4131.
April 5 & 6 – Spring Kick-off at The Fountains
The Spring Kick-off event at The Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.) will feature live music by progressive bluegrass group The Band of Kelleys, food trucks and a petting zoo on Friday, April 5, beginning at 5 p.m. On Saturday, April 6, beginning at 7:30 p.m. watch the hit movie The Greatest Showman on the event lawn. Admission is free. For more information, call 615-890-4651.
April 5 & 6 – Amelia’s Closet Pop-Up Shop
Join Amelia’s Closet’s Generosity Pop-Up Shop (810 NW Broad St., Suite 10) with “all seasons of quality women’s items” Friday, April 5 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Saturday, April 6 from 9 a.m.–noon. Items are priced from $5-$20. Amelia’s Closet offers “professional appeal and hope to deserving women as they open the employment door.” Amelia’s Closet is located at 810 NW Broad St., Suite 10. For more information, call 615-584-9029 or visit ameliascloset.org.
April 6 – Hazardous Waste Collections
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), in collaboration with Rutherford County and City of Murfreesboro governments, will hold a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection on Saturday, April 6, at the City of Murfreesboro Solid Waste Department (4765 Florence Rd.), from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. noon. Accepted items include driveway sealant, roofing tar, pesticides, fertilizers, pool chemicals, mercury thermostats, medicines and drugs. Electronic waste can be dropped off Monday–Thursday, and Saturday from 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m. at 1140 Haley Rd. For more information, contact 615 542-4633 or mkeisling@rutherfordcountytn.gov.
April 6 – Paws and Pearls
Come out to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Paws & Pearls on Saturday, April 6, at The Grove at Williamson Place (3250 Wilkinson Pk.). The evening kicks off with Whine Time, featuring hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants, caterers and music featuring Gay and Larry Pinkerton and friends. Enjoy dinner prepared by Goodness Gracious at The Mill, followed by a live auction with Keith Strain of Parks Auction along with friends from Maples Realty & Auction. Cap off the evening by dancing the night away to music by The Pilots. Proceeds benefit various programs of the Beesley Animal Foundation, whose goal is the prevention of unwanted cats and dogs through their affordable specialty spay and neuter clinic, educational programs, aid to families needing financial assistance with spaying or neutering, and an outreach program for underserved cats and dogs. Visit beesleyanimalfoundation.org and click on Paws & Pearls for more information and for sponsorship information.
April 6 – Singles Mingle
Join Singles Mingle on Saturday, April 6, at Everwood at the Avenue Apartments (915 Robert Rose Dr.). at 7:30 p.m. If you are single and ready to mingle, bring all your single friends and get ready for hot topics and a night filled with games and free food and drinks. For more information, contact authorjohannwilkerson@gmail.com.
April 7 – Chubby’s Ride
Join Chubby’s Fallen Riders Foundation Middle Tennessee for the 3rd Annual Chubby’s Ride on Sunday, April 7, with meet up at noon, starting and ending at Sloan’s Motorcycle and ATV (2233 NW Broad St.). Also join them for Chubby’s Bike Night the first Thursday of every month (April 4, May 2) at 7 p.m. For more information, find Chubby’s Fallen Riders Foundation Middle Tennessee on Facebook.
April 7 – Author John F. Baker at Oaklands Mansion
The African American Heritage Society of Rutherford County and Oaklands Mansion welcome author, John F. Baker Jr., as he sells, discusses and signs his book The Washingtons of Wessyngton Plantation on Sunday, April 7, at 2 p.m. in Maney Hall (900 N. Maney Ave.). Baker continues to reside in his hometown, a few miles from Wessyngton Plantation, a town still populated by hundreds of descendants of its slaves. After accidentally discovering his ancestors in a social studies book, he then interviewed dozens of individuals ranging in age from 80–107 years old to collect their oral histories. He researched more than 11,000 documents to trace the ancestry of more than 300 African Americans enslaved on Wessyngton. For the past 30 years, he has unraveled his family history and conducted seminars on tracing American and African American genealogy at universities and institutions. Today he offers consultations on how to research and trace family histories. Proceeds support the interpretation of the African-American experience in Rutherford County. Tickets are $15 and include light refreshments and a self-guided tour of Oaklands Mansion; purchase them in the museum gift shop during regular business hours or by contacting 615-893-0022 or info@oaklandsmansion.org.
April 7–13 – Food for Fines
Take care of overdue library fines with canned goods from your pantry. For one week, April 7–13, not only will overdue library patrons be getting rid of some fines, but they will also be giving to a good cause, the Nourish Food Bank (Rutherford County). During National Library Week (April 7–13), every branch of the Rutherford County Library System is participating. Charges for lost or damaged items or referral fees cannot be waived. Each can donated waives one dollar in fines. Please bring only new, unopened cans within expiration date. Donations are still welcome even if you don’t have fines. For more information, call 615-893-4131 or visit rclstn.org.
April 9 – Business After Hours
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce will present its April Business After Hours event on South Walnut Street between West Main and West Vine streets from 5–7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9. Bring plenty of business cards to this informal social-networking event designed to connect you with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for future members.
April 10 – Living Sent
At the April Living Sent gathering, Steven Solomon presents the application message at the Experience (521 Old Salem Rd.) on Wednesday, April 10, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. Solomon learned valuable life lessons during his tour of duty with the U.S. Army in Iraq and Afghanistan; he is currently one of the morning hosts at WFCM radio in Smyrna. Chris Truelove, Executive Director of Special Kids Therapy and Nursing, shares his God Story as well, and Doubletree by Hilton in Murfreesboro provides a free lunch. For more information, visit experiencecc.com.
April 11 – Photo Connect Murfreesboro
Photo Connect Murfreesboro meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. to bring together and inspire Murfreesboro-area photography enthusiasts. The group meets at the Technology Engagement Center, 306 Minerva Dr., on Thursday, April 11, for a session on photo printing with Rich Seiling. All photographers are welcome whether professionals or hobbyists. Photographers can connect, teach, learn, exchange resources and promote photography in Murfreesboro. For more information, find Photography Connect Murfreesboro on Facebook or contact photographyconnectmboro@gmail.com.
April 12 – Boro Art Crawl
The April Boro Art Crawl celebrates the season of Earth Day with a variety of visual and multimedia artists on Friday April 12, 6–9 p.m. in downtown Murfreesboro. This free community event features local and regional artists at boutiques, cafes, offices and other buildings on and around the Murfreesboro Public Square. Refreshments are served at most venues and organizers encourage attendees to check out local restaurants and stores during the night. Proceeds from all art purchases go directly to the artists. In April, view art by Janice Reeves (artwork shown above) at Funtiques, Michael Martin, Claudia Lopes and Mike McDougal at The Walnut House, Phil Wagner at Boro Town Cakes and find the the jewelry of Royce Vaughn at Simply Pure Sweets. John Dixon will return to the lobby of the Murfreesboro Pulse headquarters at 105 N. Maple St. to exhibit a colorful array of his detailed, psychedelic works exploring geometry, psychology and animals. Other participating venues include Exchange Boutique, L & L Contractors, Jimmy Fox Farmers Insurance, Liquid Smoke, Mayday Brewery, Next Home Realty, ReVintaged Lemon, Simply Pure Sweets, Sugaree’s, Veda’s, City Hall Rotunda, Onyx, Hernandez Mexican Deli, Bradley Academy Museum and Terri Leigh’s Boutique. The Boro Art Crawl is held the second Friday of every other month. View the Official Art Crawl Map here.
April 13 – Backstage Bash
The Center for the Arts’ presents its Backstage Bash on Saturday, April 13, at Center for the Arts (110 W. College St.) beginning at 6:30 p.m. with the after-party beginning at 8:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Center for the Arts’ 2019 Arts Advocate of the Year Award Andrea Loughry. Tickets are $100 per person or $175 per couple, and $25 for an after-party ticket only. Cocktail attire and masks are encouraged. For tickets visit boroarts.org, the Center for the Arts Facebook Page or call 615-904-ARTS (2787).
April 13 – Adventures in Agriculture
Participate in Adventures in Agriculture on Saturday, April 13, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Blvd. #10) with the Rutherford County Agriculture Community. Get hands-on education on local agriculture while farmers share their knowledge of animals, crops, homegrown foods and handmade products with parents and children. Admission is free and open to the public. Canned food donations for the Rutherford County Food bank are welcome at registration. Take part in animal exhibits, food displays gardening information and a fishing rodeo in the stocked pond; children can simulate harvesting crops and learn heritage skills, such as making butter and spinning yarn. For more information, visit adventuresinag.com or contact aiarutherford@gmail.com.
April 13 – iLoveKickboxing Health Fair
iLoveKickboxing, Aspiring Health Clinic of Chiropractic, Blue Cup Monkey Oil Life and Float Alchemy will partner on a Health Fair on Saturday, April 13, from 11:30–1:30 p.m. at iLoveKickboxing, 833 Memorial Blvd. Many local businesses share their knowledge and love for the well-being of the Murfreesboro community and provide ways to improve health and educate the public about what Murfreesboro has to offer. Receive supplements, chiropractic clinics, kombucha, cryotherapy and more. Other participating businesses include Juice Bar, Transformation Life Centers, Float Alchemy, Aspiring Health Clinic of Chiropractic, DoTERRA Essential Oils, Simply CBD, Strong Body Nutrition, and Juice Plus. For more information, find the event page for ILoveKickboxing Health Fair on Facebook.
April 13 – Smyrna Easter Egg Hunt
Children from 1–12 years old are divided into their age groups to have a chance at finding the Prize Eggs on Saturday, April 13, from 1–2 p.m. at Lee Victory Recreation Park (110 Sam Ridley Pkwy E., Smyrna). For more information, find a Facebook event page for the Town of Smyrna Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
April 13 – Boro Adventure Fest
Escape for a day outside to join a community of adventure seekers, explorers, risk takers and nature lovers. Experience live music, vendors, outdoor skills classes, a kids’ zone, food truck and rock-climbing Saturday, April 13, from noon–4 p.m.at Walter Hill Recreation Area (5636 Lebanon Rd.). For more information, call 615-217-3017 or find Boro Adventure Fest on Facebook.
April 14 – Music and Food Truck Festival
Check out some of the area’s food trucks, Cousins Maine Lobster, Chivanada, Music City Brisket and The Kamasouptruck at the Music & Food Truck Festival featuring live music, local vendors, a beer tent and kids’ play area on Sunday, April 14, from 11 a.m.–6 p.m. at Cousins Maine Lobster (1932 Almaville Rd. #200, Smyrna). Entry is free. For more information, find an event page for Music and Food Truck Festival on Facebook.
April 14 – St. Thomas Day of Giving
Join the St. Thomas Rutherford Ambassadors for a Family Day of Giving as they pack care kits to support the St. Louise Clinic. Items needed include toothpaste, deodorant, toothbrushes, baby wipes and diapers. The kit packaging is from 1–3 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, in the St. Thomas Rutherford McDonald Conference Room (1700 Medical Center Pkwy.). For more information, contact 615-396-4996 or jordan.webb@ascension.org.
April 17 – Tip Your Waiter
Participate in Tip Your Waiter, the 15th annual luncheon event to benefit the Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center at their annual fundraising event at the Stones River Country Club (1830 NW Broad St.) on Wednesday, April 17, from noon–1 p.m. This enjoyable and unique luncheon centers around raising funds to assist the agency in providing healing and protective services to the community. The fast-paced luncheon keeps its tradition of providing musical entertainment featuring The Cruizin Keys dueling pianos this year. Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center is the only free service provider to victims in the community who need healing and protective services. April is also the National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Individual tickets to the event can be purchased at the Tip Your Waiter Eventbrite page. For a table, contact 615-896-7377 or reception@dvpshelter.org, or visit dvpshelter.org.
April 18 – 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 18, at the headquarters of Willow Balm and Wicked Stepsister Productions, 2230 Southgate Blvd. 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. A 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 19–20 – Spring Festival at Lucky Ladd Farms
Meet the Easter Bunny at Lucky Ladd Farm’s (4374 Rocky Glad Rd.) annual Easter family tradition featuring fun games, activities, crafts, baby farm animal encounters and non-stop egg hunts all day long with souvenir prize packs for the kids on Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Standard admission charged. For more information, call 615-274-3786 or visit luckyladdfarms.com.
Photo by Jim Davis/Murfreesboro Parks & Rec
April 20 – Murfreesboro Easter Egg Hunt
Children of all ages can hunt for eggs and exchange them for prizes at the EGG-change booth Saturday, April 20, beginning at 1 p.m., at Richard Siegel Community Park (515 Cherry Lane Dr.). Age-appropriate hunts go on throughout the day so that everyone has a fair chance. Visit with the Easter Bunny and play carnival-style games. Admission is free. For more information, call 615-907-2251.
April 20 – Barn Dance
Enjoy live music, great food, drinks and dancing at the historic Barn Dance Saturday, April 20, from 6–10 p.m., at The Historic Sam Davis Home and Plantation (1399 Sam Davis Rd., Smyrna). Enjoy bluegrass, country and a little of everything in between. Cost is $15. For more information, call 615-459-2341 or visit samdavishome.org.
April 23 – Murfreesboro Tech Council Meeting
The Murfreesboro Technology Council will have its April meeting on Tuesday, April 23, at Data Suites Murfreesboro, 1020 W. College St. The April program, Colocation: The Next Steps of Networking, begins at 6 p.m. The Murfreesboro Technology Council focuses on economic development in the Rutherford County area in order to bring technology companies to the area. For more information, contact 615-545-2789 or info@murfreesborotechnology.com or visit murfreesborotechnology.com.
April 23 – Firefly Awards
Locally Owned Murfreesboro and Smyrna Independent Merchants Association will present the Light Up Local Firefly Awards on Tuesday, April 23, at Hollinghead Aviation at the Smyrna Airport, 300 Doug Warpoole Rd., Smyrna. The evening will feature local food, music and the presentation of the Firefly Awards. Through the people’s choice awards celebration, this event will highlight the importance of supporting independent businesses by showcasing locally owned businesses in both Murfreesboro and Smyrna in carefully selected categories. Dress is casual and organizers encourage those attending to wear a shirt from their favorite local business. Find tickets to the Light Up Local Firefly Awards on Eventbrite.
April 25 – Night at the Movies: with Murfreesboro Symphony
Don’t miss the finale of the MSO’s Main Stage Season for 2018–19 on Thursday, April 25, at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church (265 W Thompson Ln.). Enjoy songs from movie classics like Star Wars, Frozen and The Sound of Music. Admission charged. For more information, call 615-898-1862 or visit murfreesborosymphony.com.
April 26 – Fairway to Hope
Join Fairway to Hope for a Golf Tournament benefiting Doors of Hope on Friday, April 26, at Champions Run Golf Course (14262 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Rockvale). Cost to play is $125 for an individual golfer and $400 for a team of four; this includes lunch and driving range fees, contests and prizes. Lunch and registration begin at 11:30 a.m. with the driving range opening at noon and shotgun at 1 p.m. To register call 615-900-0634 or find Fairway to Hope on eventcaddy.com.
April 26 – Special Kids 20th Annual Golf Classic
Join local nonprofit Special Kids Therapy & Nursing Center for its 20th Annual Special Kids Golf Classic on Thursday, April 25, and Friday, April 26, presented by Ole South Properties, at Indian Hills Golf Course (405 Calumet Trace). This four-person scramble with prizes from Indian Hills and other local businesses offers a free lunch and the option to play in the Thursday or Friday afternoon tournaments. Registration is $600 per team of four or $150 per individual. For a $250 sponsorship, organizations can have their company name listed on a tee sign at one of the 18-holes. Funds raised from the tournament support pediatric therapy and nursing services for children with special needs at Special Kids Therapy & Nursing Center, a Christian therapy and nursing center for children with special needs. To learn more, call 615-893-4892 or visit specialkidstn.com/golfclassic. For sponsorships, contact 615-893-4892 or rbraziel@specialkidstn.com.
April 26 – Moonshine in the Mansion
Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) invites the public to its inaugural Moonshine in the Mansion on Friday, April 26, from 6–9 p.m. Explore the mansion and grounds while enjoying Short Mountain Distillery’s array of “shines” and savoring fresh, seasonally inspired pairings by Nashville Events and Catering’s Executive Chef Jonathan Austin. Meet the distillers and enjoy samples from The Tasty Table Event Catering and Short Mountain Distillery’s “Prohibition Tea” while learning about the history of moonshine in Middle Tennessee. In 1920, prohibition shut down the relationship between farming and distilleries, but the heritage of whiskey making lived on, nowhere more so than Short Mountain in Cannon County, Tennessee. This unique event supports Oaklands Mansion and its mission, which is rooted in education and preservation. Advanced admission is $35 and runs until April 11. Gate admission is $40. Purchase tickets at oaklandsmansion.org.
April 26 – Hometown Heroes Walk for Children
The Child Advocacy Center of Rutherford County presents its annual Hometown Heroes Walk for Children on Friday, April 26. Registration begins at 11 a.m. at Murfreesboro Civic Plaza. An awards ceremony and presentation honoring the heroes who work hard to fight and prevent child abuse every day begins at 11:45 a.m. and the walk to the Child Advocacy Center (1040 Samsonite Blvd.) begins at noon. Complimentary shuttles will run from the Child Advocacy Center to Civic Plaza from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. This free event concludes with a celebratory reception and grill-out picnic at the center. For more information and to register, visit cacrutherford.org.
April 27 – Annual Murfreesboro Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
Join the Annual Murfreesboro Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Saturday, April 27, from 7–11 a.m. at the Lions Clubhouse in Cannonsburgh (407 Hickerson Dr.). The famous “Pancake Crew” prepares pancakes, sausage patties, orange juice, milk and coffee. Contributions at the door are a minimum of $9 for adults, $4 for children 6–12, and children under 5 are free. Proceeds benefit the Murfreesboro Lions Sight Program, which funds the purchase of glasses for elementary school children. The Lions have been providing eye exams and glasses since 1933. For more information, call 615-893-2582 or any member of Murfreesboro Lions Club.
April 27 – Pioneer Days at Cannonsburgh Village
Join Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for the 43rd Pioneer Days Celebration. Activities include live music, clogging, pottery and blacksmith demonstrations, hayrides, crafters, art exhibit, vendors and food trucks. For more information, find the event page for Pioneer Days at Cannonburgh Village on Facebook or the Cannonsburgh Village Facebook page.
April 27 – Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. on Murfreesboro’s Historic Downtown Square. For more information, visit the Murfreesboro Earth Day Facebook Page, or contact 615-494-0407 or marketing@medtn.com.
April 27 – Toast to Tennessee
“Uncork the Fun” at Middle Tennessee’s premier wine festival, the 16th Annual A Toast to Tennessee, Saturday, April 27, from noon–6 p.m. at Wilson County Expo Center (945 E. Baddour Pkwy., Lebanon) featuring Tennessee wines, local artisans, specialty foods and wine and food seminars. Stroll from booth to booth shopping for handcrafted items from local crafters and artisans, enjoying music and sampling Tennessee wines. For more information, visit atoasttotennessee.com.
April 27 – Thai-Lao Food Fair
Join the Thai-Lao Food Fair on April 27 and 28 11:30 a.m.–7 p.m. for all-you-can-eat Thai food for $15 at Wat Amphawan of America, 4880 Barfield Crescent Rd. For more information, find the Thai-Lao Food Fair 2019 event page on Facebook.
April 27 – Jazzy Blue Silent Auction & Scholarship Event
Dress in your finest “Roaring ’20s” attire for an evening of jazz, fun, food and mystery at the Jazzy Blue Silent Auction & Shannon L. Martin Scholarship Event presented by the Sigma Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. at Clarion Inn Ballroom (2227 Old Fort Pkwy.) on Saturday, April 27, from 6-9 p.m. Shannon L. Martin became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in 2001 in Nashville, Tennessee. She was a graduate of MTSU and an exemplary, helpful educator in Rutherford County and the Huntsville, Alabama school system. Event proceeds benefit graduating high school seniors of Rutherford County and Murfreesboro Tennessee. Tickets can be purchased on the Jazzy Blue Silent Auction & Scholarship Event Eventbrite page.
April 28 – 14th Annual See Spot Run
See Spot Run is MTSU’s walk/run for people and their dogs to benefit Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity and an MTSU build of a Habitat for Humanity house. Join strollers and sprinters alike Sunday, April 28, with registration at 6:45 a.m. in Peck Hall with the run beginning at 8 a.m. Running with your dogs is encouraged. The 5k course is both flat and fast with CHIP Timing for all runners. Entry fee is $30 before April 25 (by noon) and $35 thereafter. Entry fees include a dry-fit-style shirt to all participants and awards to the top age group finishers. Remember to have your pet’s rabies tag number so they can run, too. Retractable leashes are prohibited. For more information, visit mtsu.edu/sos/see-spot-run.php or call 615-898-5812.
May 5 – Aromatherapy Bracelet Workshop
Join Float Alchemy (131 Cason Ln.) Sunday, May 5, for an Aromatherapy bracelet workshop just in time for Mother’s Day. Diana Rosage Riley (Essentials by Design) teaches how to create a one-of-a-kind aromatherapy bracelet to use with essential oils. One-on-one consultations help you decide which oil to create the feelings you desire to carry with you every day. Bring a friend, mother, daughter, someone you love or just yourself. A fee of $25 includes all materials, a great selection of beads, a sample of essential oil and a 20% discount on any selection of kombucha. Water, soft drinks and tea are provided with BYOB. Tickets can be purchased on the Aromatherapy Bracelet Workshop Eventbrite page or the Float Alchemy Facebook page. For more information, call 615-933-1116.
Ongoing – Junior 4-H Camp Registration
Registration continues for this year’s Junior 4-H Camp at the Clyde M. York 4-H Center in Crossville for fourth- through sixth-graders June 24–28. Cost of $310 includes transportation and T-shirt. Register at the Rutherford County Extension Office (315 John R. Rice Blvd., Suite 101) Monday–Friday from 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. A minimum payment of half the camp cost is due when registering. For more information or to apply for a scholarship, visit rutherford.tennessee.edu (click under the 4-H Youth tab) or call 615-898-7110.
Ongoing – Al-Anon
Attend Al-Anon meetings, a fellowship program for the families and friends of alcoholics, weekly at 435 S. Molloy Ave. (off of Bridge Ave.). Meeting times include 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays; 6:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; and noon on Saturdays. For more information, contact 270-293-5201.
Mondays – Ongoing Fitness Class
Sports*Com (2310 Memorial Blvd.) hosts ongoing (New Year) New You Class classes on Mondays from 10:15–11:15 a.m. By the end of the year, your body should be balanced, strong, flexible, and better than ever. All classes may include mat/floor work, stretching, body weight exercises, light weights, bands, foam rollers and massage balls. Topics include back health in April, May and June; foot health in July, August and September; and myofascial release in October, November and December. For more information, contact 615-895-5040 or adavidson@murfreesborotn.gov. Admission is $4 or free with facility pass.
Tuesdays – Heart of Tennessee Toastmasters
The Heart of Tennessee Toastmasters is an international organization devoted to helping others advance their communication and leadership skills. Through participation in a variety of roles at each meeting, learn better listening skills, critical thinking, goal setting and public speaking. Meet at 7 p.m. on the first, third and fifth Tuesdays of each month at Keller-Williams Realty (450 St Andrews Dr.). For more information, visit heartoftennessee.toastmastersclubs.org.
Wednesdays – Boro2Square Runners
Boro2Square Runners is a running group for individuals interested in running and socializing with other runners. Weekly runs begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday, starting from the Boulevard Bar and Grill, 2154 Middle Tennessee Blvd. Distances covered are 3–5 miles, with runners of all paces welcome to participate. For more information, visit facebook.com/boro2square.
Wednesdays – Writers Group
The Murfreesboro Writers Group, comprised of local writers who seek to improve their work through mutual critique, meets every Wednesday at Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St.) from 6–8 p.m. You might hear science fiction, poetry, alternate reality, memoir, fantasy, mystery, literary fiction, or more. For more information, find Murfreesboro Writers Group on Facebook, email sayhello@murfreesborowritersgroup.com, call 615-893-4131 or visit rclstn.org.
Wednesdays – Welcome to the Wilderness!
Ages 1–4 (with adult) are invited to Welcome to the Wilderness! at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.) from 9:30–10 a.m. Introduce your child to the wonders of nature in this fun-filled class starting each week with unique songs and a discussion about the animal of the week. Reinforce each topic with a simple craft and a nature hike or fun activity while learning about the wonderful, wacky wildlife that lives in Tennessee. Registration is required. Please call the Tuesday before class to register at 615-217-3017, or contact outdoormurfreesboro@murfreesborotn.gov. Cost is $3 per person.
Thursdays – Strollercoasters
Walk the Greenway for an hour each week with your child and stroller Thursdays from 9–10 a.m., and then stay and play at the Old Fort Park Kids’ Castle (1024 Gold Ln.). Meet other parents and caregivers while getting in shape, exploring the Greenway and spending time with your child. Anyone can join at any time; no membership or registration is necessary. For all ages. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or outdoormurfreesboro@murfreesborotn.gov.
Thursdays – Chess Club
The Murfreesboro Chess Club meets each Thursday at 6 p.m. at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 907 E. Main St. Chess players of all levels are invited to come meet and play against other local chess enthusiasts. For more information, call 615-713-9256 or email murfreesborochess@gmail.com.
Fridays – Toddler Time with Thomas
Toddlers love to play, and that’s what they do while learning to wait their turn, follow directions and work together to accomplish simple goals at Sports*Com (2310 Memorial Blvd.) on Fridays from 10–10:45 a.m. The focus is on body part recognition, cognitive skill development and fun. For more information, contact 615-895-5040 or athletics@murfreesborotn.gov. Admission is $3 per visit.
Saturdays – Historical Society Opens Ransom School
The Rutherford County Historical Society invites everyone to visit Ransom School (717 N. Academy St.) Saturday mornings from 9 a.m.–noon to discuss history while enjoying a cup of coffee. Bring old photos and memorabilia, and leave with a better understanding of, and appreciation for, your past. Volunteers needed. For more information, visit rutherfordtnhistory.org.
