Oct. 2 and 3 – Political Economy Research Lectures
The Political Economy Research Institute at MTSU will host a lineup of public lectures throughout the 2019–20 academic year. The series kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 12:40 p.m. with “The Continuing Relevance of F.A. Hayek” from Dr. Peter J. Boettke, who has authored 14 books, including Living Economics and The Battle of Ideas. The following day, Thursday, Oct. 3, PERI will host Dr. Jay Cost, a columnist at National Review Online and the author of A Republic No More: Big Government and the Rise of American Political Corruption, at 7 p.m. for “Make Congress Great Again: The Problem of Legislative Responsibility and the Prospects of Institutional Reform.” Both lectures will be in BAS Room S102. For more information, call 615-898-5916, email peri@mtsu.edu or visit mtsu.edu/peri.

Oct. 4 and Nov. 1 – MTSU Star Parties
Join the MTSU Observatory for a 30–45 minute public lecture on the first Friday of each month followed by a telescope observation (if skies are clear). The general public, MTSU students, faculty, staff and kids are welcome. Admission is free. Free parking is available by the science buildings. The MTSU Observatory is outside of the Wiser-Patten Science Hall. The lectures begin at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 4 features Dr. Eric Klumpe presenting Physics 101 Marvel Style: Conservation of Momentum. Nov. 1 is Dr. Irina Perevalova with Terraforming. For more information, visit mtsu.edu/observatory/star_parties.php.

Oct. 5 – Ladies Fall Expo
Join the Ladies Fall Expo for a fun, free shopping day Saturday, Oct. 5, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. at Lane Agri-Park Community Center (315 John Rice Blvd.). Thousands of LuLaRoe pieces are available along with other vendors like Scentsy, Fresh Blue Mornings, Paparazzi, Dot Dot Smile and more. For more information, find the event on Facebook or Eventbrite.

Oct. 5 – Fall Hike to Machine Falls
Meet at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) for a trip for a two-mile hike to the gorgeous Machine Falls in Short Springs Natural Area in Coffee County. The hope is that the leaves are changing and that the air is crisp. This is a short hike, but it is very steep and rocky in places. Wear closed-toed shoes with good traction and bring water shoes if you want to wade into the water. Registration is required. Ages 8 and up are welcome, but anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Departure is at 9:30 a.m. and a $10 fee includes transportation. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or outdoormurfreesboro@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 5 – Yoga at the Island
Yoga is a great way to wind down, especially outdoors in nature. Meet on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 9 a.m. at the beautiful Gateway Island (1875 W. College St.) for a free session. Yoga focuses on improving balance and flexibility, while at the same time reducing stress. Beginning and intermediate levels are welcome (ages 13 and up). For more information, contact bjohnson@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 5 – Old Timers Festival
La Vergne Parks & Rec and La Vergne City Hall host the 2019 Old Timers Festival on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. at La Vergne City Hall and ends at Veterans Memorial Park (Floyd Mayfield Dr., La Vergne) where there will be live music, food, a petting zoo, pony rides, arts and craft vendors, civic vendors and more. Free and open to the public.

Oct. 5 – Three Rivers Dentistry Celebration
Join Three Rivers Family Dentistry for a 10-Year Anniversary Patient Appreciation Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 5, from noon–3 p.m. featuring food, games, bounce slide, obstacle course and fun including a Dunk the Doc Tank at Lane-Agri Park’s barn area (315 John Rice Blvd.). RSVP by calling or texting 615-907-3456, or find the event on Facebook.

Oct. 6 – Booches and Pooches
Join Float Alchemy, Dog Friendly Rutherford and Purple Paws on Sunday, Oct. 6 from 3–6 p.m. at Float Alchemy (131 Cason Ln.) for the dog-friendly Booches and Pooches event. Get discounts on fresh kombucha on tap in the Kombucha Taproom. BYOB is allowed. The event is free, and vendors include My Roots Curbside Culinary food truck, Puppy Love Dog Treats and Freeze Warning Shaved Ice. Meet photographer Renee Rome with a Purple Paws photo area, a splash pool for pups, cornhole and sidewalk art for kids and door prizes. This year features Puppy Paw Painting. You and your pooch can paint and take home an original painted canvas using your choice of non-toxic washable paint. Cost is $25 and is payable at the Facebook page purplepawstn or at the event. All proceeds benefit Purple Paws, a local nonprofit that financially assists area animal rescues.

Oct. 9 – Living Sent Ministries
The October Living Sent Murfreesboro meeting is Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Experience (521 Old Salem Rd.). Major General Carl G. Schneider, U.S. Air Force (Ret.) is the application speaker. He shares lessons learned while rising from an enlisted private to two-star general and flying some of the most powerful aircraft in the U.S. military arsenal. Murfreesboro Realtor Gordon Carlisle shares his God story. A free lunch is provided. Please RSVP to bob.williams@alhambrapartners.com.

Oct. 10 – Estate Planning Conversation
There are certain documents everyone should have in their “Important Papers” file. The future is uncertain, and with the possibilities of Alzheimer’s, dementia, strokes and other conditions that limit capacity, powers of attorney and healthcare directives contain important instructions for the last years of life and allow you to name a trusted individual to oversee your care and financial affairs. The consequences of not having these documents in place can be costly and burdensome to your family. Additionally, estate planning through wills and trusts allows you to customize plans for the distribution of your assets, provide for your pets and choosing who will oversee your estate administration after your death. Local professionals will host a free conversation about estate planning at Cultivate Coworking on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 6–8 p.m. Heavy appetizers and a signature beverage are served. For more information, find the event on Eventbrite or Facebook.

Oct. 11 – Boro Art Crawl
The Boro Art Crawl is a free art event held in businesses and galleries in and around downtown Murfreesboro the second Friday of every even-numbered month, from 6–9 p.m. Local artists show their work in businesses who want to support artists. Maps are of participating locations are printed in the Murfreesboro Pulse, available at newsstands on the Square.

Oct. 11 and 12 – Goats, Music and More
The festival that began in honor of those famous fainting goats of Marshall County returns for its 17th year at Rock Creek Park (101 Old Farmington Rd., Lewisburg) Friday and Saturday, Oct. 11 and 12, with goat shows, musical entertainment and activities for the whole family. The Goats, Music and More Festival includes top-notch free musical entertainment with Ronnie McDowell and Shelby Lee Lowe on Friday night and T. Graham Brown and Wade Hayes on Saturday night, goat shows that celebrate fainting and Boer goats, barbecue and a variety of other great food, arts and crafts, pony rides, a petting zoo, bounce houses and a 5K on Saturday morning at 7 a.m. For more information, contact 931-359-1544 or pdavis@cityoflew.com, or visit goatsmusicandmore.com.

Oct. 11, 12 and 18 – Seniors Acting Up
A Night to Remember, directed by Angela Ford, features eight comedy skits performed by St. Clair Street Senior Center talent (325 St. Clair St.). Support them and laugh the night away Friday, Oct. 11 and Friday, Oct.. 18, with a meal at 5 p.m. and curtain at 6 p.m. There is also a performance on Saturday, Oct. 12, with a meal at noon and curtain at 1 p.m. Tickets are $5 each. For more information, contact 615-848-2550 or kherod@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 12 – Cage Fighting Championships
Fighters will enter the cage on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Mid TN Expo Center (1660 Middle Tenn. Blvd.) from 7:30–11 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) for the stacked Cage Fighting Championships 7. Tickets are on sale now at cfcfight.com. The CFC 7 card is packed full of 12 MMA fights including four CFC title fights and a big Halloween party.

Oct. 12 – Plein Air Paint-Out 2019
The Murfreesboro Art League aims to develop and maintain a vibrant artistic environment in the Rutherford County/Murfreesboro community. The Murfreesboro Art League offers classes in many disciplines for artists of all levels and has a gallery located in the back of Cannonsburgh Village. Participate in or observe a plein air paint-out with the Murfreesboro Art League on Saturday, Oct. 12, beginning at 8 a.m. at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.). There are beautiful sites to paint and cash prizes; a wet-paint sale of artwork begins at 5 p.m. For more information, contact suzanne.lebeau22@gmail.com, visit murfreesboroartleague.blogspot.com or find the event on Facebook.

Oct. 12 – Posture Repair Class by Jenergy For Life
Dr. Jen with Jenergy For Life is a doctor of physical therapy who has created a wellness exercise class for the community to get people moving with less pain and with less risk for injury. Her class focuses on improving posture, core strength, proper body mechanics and a positive attitude. This free class is for all fitness levels and ages but especially helpful for those who sit too much, type on computers and look down at their phones. Onsite vendors help spread the message of positivity and wellness on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9–10 a.m. at the Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.). For more information, contact 615-592-6408 or jenergyforlife@gmail.com.

Oct. 12 – Milton Fall Market
The Gathering at Milton will host the Milton Fall Market & Craft Fair from 9 a.m.– 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event will include more than 50 artists and vendors both inside the former country store and outside on the lawn. Children can enjoy a petting zoo provided by Mini Creek Farms from Lascassas, and a tractor-themed bounce house, slide and face painting by Woodbury FFA. Double Creek Farm Alpacas will present a fiber-spinning demonstration. Learn about local history from Shirley McKee and Teresa Davenport. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 12 years and younger. The Gathering at Milton and the Milton Fall Market & Craft Fair are located at 12026 Milton St., about 15 miles outside of Murfreesboro just off Highway 96. For more information, visit facebook.com/thegatheringatmilton or call 615-653-6018.

Oct. 12 – Girl Scouts Recycle Crafts Day
The Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore hosts its first Girl Scouts Recycle Crafts Day on Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Habitat ReStore (850 Mercury Blvd.). Girl Scouts from the Middle Tennessee area are invited to sign up, learn and get hands-on instruction on various ways to “upscale” and craft household items and keep them from the landfills. ReStore encourages people to donate household items. Girls Scouts use cabinet doors to create decorative trays and key holders, will decoupage and paint furniture and make furniture out of shipping pallets. The ReStore keeps over 560 tons of materials out of area landfills every year. Proceeds help in building quality, energy-efficient and affordable housing. For more information, contact 615-603-5395 or melissa@rchfh.org or visit rchfh.org. Girl Scouts can sign up for the event with their troop leaders, at attinyurl.com/yycvafdj or by calling 615-890-5877.

Oct. 12 – Heritage Festival
Rutherford County’s first African-American school is celebrating its 15th Annual Heritage Festival on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center (415 S Academy St.). Enjoy games and activities for the kids, food vendors, art vendors and live music for the entire family. For more information, contact 615-962-8773 or vstembridge@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 16 – Cannonsburgh History Potluck
Come to the McKnight House at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) and bring your favorite food dish to share on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m., as Kathy Owen Wallace presents “Cannonsburgh Memories” and Susanne Hebden presents “Churning Butter-Foods of Yesteryear.” All ages are welcome. For more information, call 615-890-0355.

Oct. 17 – 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, Oct. 17, at Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity ReStore (850 Mercury 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.

Oct. 17 – Boots & Brews
The annual Boots & Brews benefit party returns to Copper Ridge Event Venue (3597 Betty Ford Rd.) on Thursday, Oct. 17, with beer and spirit tastings, live music and food. Join over 20 beer, wine and spirit vendors predominately local to Middle Tennessee. Moe’s Southwest Grill provides dinner and the Dapper Doughnut dessert, all included in a ticket purchase benefiting the local Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center. The center specializes in healing and protective services at no cost for all victims of personal violence. Vendors include Mantra Artisan Ales, Uncle Nearest Bourbon, Mid State Brewsters, Chattanooga Whiskey, Hi-Wire, Mill Creek Brewing, Mayday Brewery, Big Creek Winery Tasting Room and more. Find tickets on Eventbrite or learn more about the Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center at dvpshelter.org.

Oct. 17 – Snakes: Mysteries in Nature
The Wilderness Station will host Snakes: Mysteries in Nature on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 5:30 p.m. This free program will introduce you to the world of snakes and will cover the history of snakes as they entered the new world and populated the Southeast. This program, for ages 12 and up, would be great for college students concentrating on life sciences, young adults or anyone interested in the snakes that call Middle Tennessee home. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email efann@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 17 – McFadden Fall Fest
Join the McFadden Community Center (211 Bridge Ave.) Thursday, Oct. 17, from 5–8 p.m. for its Fall Fest and Haunted Hallways. Everyone is invited for food, fun, fellowship and fright. Some highlights of the night are the Moon Bounce, carnival games, T-shirt walk and a DJ. Admission is free. For more information, contact 615-907-2251 or mphilpott@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 17 – Firefly Supper
Local chefs offer a unique “farm to table” dining experience providing delicious cuisine with a local flair while spreading awareness about the Doors of Hope Mission. All proceeds go directly towards empowering more women to break the cycle of addiction and incarceration. Meet at The View at Fountains (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.) on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $125. RSVP at 615-900-0634 or visit opendoorsofhope.org for more information.

Oct. 19 – Sit. Stay. Shop. Merchants Market
Join Sit. Stay. Shop. Merchants Market (2221 North Rd.) for a family-friendly and pet-friendly day Saturday, Oct. 19, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Witness local musicians, vendors, food trucks, pet portraits, costume contests, and even adoptable dogs from Rebellion Dog Rescue. For more information, find the event on Facebook.

Oct. 19 – Boro International Festival
Celebrate the world at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. for international arts, crafts, food, games, music and dance performances. For more information, contact tena.bailey@cityschools.net.

Oct. 21 – Author Heidi Heilig
The Friends of Linebaugh Library brings children’s authors from across the country to speak at public schools and do a one-night presentation at the library. Linebaugh brings in Heidi Heilig from New York on Monday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m. Heilig has two series of YA books and she discusses her works and latest book coming out in October with a book signing afterwards. Books will be available for purchase and refreshments will be available. For more information, contact 615-893-4131 or evagraalman@hotmail.com.

Oct. 21 – Recycle Rutherford
Recycle Rutherford’s fall meeting will be Monday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. at The Heritage Center (225 W. College St.). Learn about Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore and its efforts to divert waste from the landfill while helping fundraising efforts to build affordable housing. For more information on Recycle Rutherford, email recyclerutherford@yahoo.com.

Oct. 22 – Business After Hours
Business After Hours, presented by and held at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (1272 Garrison Dr.), is Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 5–7 p.m. This informal, social networking event is designed to connect guests with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for future members. No registration is required. For more information, visit rutherfordchamber.org/events.

Oct. 23 – Disaster Preparedness/Recovery for Small Businesses
Join a Disaster Preparedness/Recovery for Small Businesses program with Tennessee Small Business Development Center of MTSU (to be shown via Skype) at the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce (3050 Medical Center Pkwy.) hosted by SBA’s Kathy Cook, Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 1–2 p.m. Businesses and their staff face a variety of hazards: natural hazards such as floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes, health hazards including the flu, human-caused hazards including accidents and acts of violence, and technology-related hazards such as power outages and equipment failure. There is much that a business leader can do to prepare his or her organization for the most likely hazards. Business leaders learn to make a preparedness plan to get ready for these hazards: Identify Your Risk, Develop a Plan, Take Action, Be Recognized and Inspire Others. For more information, contact 615-898-2745 or amaginn@tsbdc.org, or visit tsbdc.org.

Oct. 23–27 – Dog Agility
Nearly 750 canine athletes from nine different countries are headed to Murfreesboro Oct. 23–27 to compete in the U.S. Dog Agility Association’s prestigious Cynosport World Games Dog Agility Championship at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum (304B W. Thompson Ln.). The world’s best canine athletes are unleashed individually to race over obstacle courses against the clock while being navigated by their human partner using only voice and hand signals. Competitors battle for the sport’s most coveted prizes, including the Grand Prix of Dog Agility World Champion title and the right to compete for more than $10,000 in prize money in the Dog Agility Steeplechase. Cynosport World Games also features numerous shopping opportunities for pet lovers. Daily activities run from 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, through Sunday, Oct. 27, with evening events on Saturday at 6 p.m. Event parking is $5 per car on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, call 888-AGILITY-244-5489 or visit cynosport.com.

Oct. 24 – Special Kids Golf Tournament
Play “fore” the kids Thursday, Oct. 24, at Cedar Crest Golf Course (7972 Mona Rd.) beginning at 11 a.m. with an awards ceremony following. A team of four is $600 or $150 per individual player and proceeds benefit Special Kids. This year’s featured child is Ellie, a sweet, funny and loving girl who has beaten the odds. Ellie was born with a host of medical conditions including coordination-impairing Olivopontocerebellar Atrophy (Ataxia), low muscle tone and gastrotomy-tube dependendency. Ellie came to Special Kids at the age of 6 and received physical, occupational, speech and feeding therapies. Now 14 and a part of the nursing program, Ellie has far surpassed what doctors initially believed she would ever be able to do. For more information on Special Kids and the upcoming golf tournament fundraiser, contact rbraziel@specialkidstn.com, call 615-893-4892 or visit specialkidstn.com/golfclassic.

Oct. 26 – Halloween Comicfest
All branches of the Rutherford County Library System give away free comic books for Halloween ComicFest on Saturday, Oct. 26. The comics are specially published for this event by DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse, IDW Publishing, BOOM! Studios, Dynamite Entertainment, Image Comics and a number of other independent publishers. Enjoy candy, games, movies and costume contests; each Rutherford County Library branch hosts a unique event. Everyone is encouraged to dress up as their favorite characters. This is made possible by The Great Escape in Murfreesboro. For more information, contact 615-893-4131 or doflaherty@rclstn.org, or visit rclstn.org.

Oct 26. – Clarissa Smith Staging Event
The Create It Cozy Design and Renovations staging event will be held from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, at Quality Furniture (745 Old Fort Pkwy.) and will feature Clarissa Smith. She will be staging two designs in their showroom. All are invited to attend this big reveal.

Oct. 26 – Harvest Days
Join Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) for Harvest Days, including handmade crafts, hayrides, the Cripple Creek Cloggers, 231 South Band, Uptown Country, Mid-State Cloggers, Murfreesboro Art League and Rutherford Blacksmith Association, on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Tour the Antique Auto Building and enjoy food trucks, storytelling and hands-on demonstrations. For more information, contact 615-890-0355 or shodges@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 27 – Harvest Hoedown
World Outreach Church (1921 New Salem Rd.) hosts its annual Hallelujah Harvest Hoedown Celebration from 1–4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. Several hundred volunteers from the church work to create a fun environment for kids and adults with games, inflatables, popcorn, candy, music and more during this massive event. Free and open to the public.

Oct. 27 – Magic Show
The Walnut House (116 N. Walnut St.) presents magicians Jimbo Hooten and David Williams on Sunday, Oct. 27, with doors at 2 p.m. Enjoy tricks and treats and a matinee of magic. Wear a costume! General admission is $12 with 12 and under $10. Tickets can be purchased at walnuthousemurfreesboro.com.

Oct. 28 – BEP Drive for Education
The Business Education Partnership will host its golf tournament Drive for Education on Monday, Oct. 28, from 10:30–11:30 a.m. Every golfer gets a $50 Pro Shop gift certificate. Four hole-in-one contests include two $5,000 cash prize contests sponsored by Murfreesboro Nissan, one TravisMathew signature outfit plus a $500 online shopping spree and one set of Cobra King F8 Irons. For more information, visit rutherfordbep.org/drive-for-education.

Oct. 30 – Let’s Whine About It
Join Let’s Whine About It, a networking event for women over 35 hosted by Rachel Albertson, for a group of fun loving, professional women who want to get together once a month and enjoy a cocktail. Gather at The Goat (2353 Adwell St.) the last Wednesday of the month from 5–7 p.m. with a different topic every month. The meeting is informal but has a set program. Prepare for an Uber, because there are half-priced drinks. For more information, find the event on Eventbrite.

Nov. 2 – Cookin’ to Build
Join Rutherford County Area Habitat for Humanity for the 12th Annual Cookin’ to Build at the Historic Murfreesboro Public Square on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Purchase tickets prior to event and get in at 10:30 a.m. Help raise money to build more Habitat homes. A $20 ticket includes admission, a bowl to take home and “all you can eat” from excellent soup, stew and chili cooks. Paint your own bowl at The Pottery Place for $5 through Oct. 15. All proceeds are used to build Habitat for Humanity houses in Rutherford County for low-income families in need. Tickets are available at Habitat ReStore (850 Mercury Blvd.). If you would like to cook, contact 615-890-5877 x.100 or shelby@rchfh.org. Sponsors should contact 615-603-5395 or melissa@rchfh.org. For more information, visit rchfh.org/cookin-to-build.

Wednesdays – Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline consisting of slow movements and postures done in a fluid and relaxed manner. It is used to reduce stress, increase flexibility, improve muscle strength, increase stamina and agility and increase the feeling of well-being. Ages 15 and up can join a free Tai Chi session at Gateway Island (1875 W. College St.) Wednesdays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 9 a.m. For more information, contact bjohnson@murfreesborotn.gov.

Fridays – Paratreks Ghost Tours
Certified Paranormal Investigators host a 90-minute tour beginning at 9 p.m. Fridays, Oct. 11, 18 and 25, on the Murfreesboro Public Square providing a unique and fun mixture of Tennessee folklore tales, interesting Murfreesboro history and ghost stories about locations along this walking tour. Find out fun and interesting history about former residents of that are still haunting buildings, restaurants and more. For more information or to register, contact info@paratreks.com or visit paratreks.com.

Fridays and Saturdays – Shadow Chasers
Join the Shadow Chasers of Middle Tennessee (Paranormal Investigation Team), a group of experienced paranormal investigators, both believers and skeptics, based in Murfreesboro. The first tour leaves at 7 p.m. and then every 30 minutes after until 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights in October. Leave from Big B Cleaners on the Square (7 S. Public Square). For more information, contact contact@shadowchasersmidtn.org or visit shadowchasermidtn.org. Learn the “Top 10 Most Haunted Locations” in Murfreesboro. Tickets are available for $5 at Big B Cleaners.

Ongoing – Alcoholics Anonymous
If you want to drink
That’s your business
If you want to stop
We can help
Alcoholics Anonymous
615-831-1050
aa.org

Sundays – Movie Maker’s Club
The Movie Maker’s Club of Nashville is getting ready to shoot a feature-length movie, a horror/comedy film. Many people are needed for the crew and talent. Weekly meetings are held every Sunday from 3–4 p.m. at Old Hickory Towers (930 Industrial Dr., Old Hickory) in the Media Room. The book and screenplay are already completed. For more information, contact yhmmc@yahoo.com.

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.

Thursdays – Strollercoasters
Walk the Greenway for an hour each week with your child and stroller, and then stay and play at Kids’ Castle. Enjoy meeting other parents and caregivers while you get in shape exploring the Greenway and spending time with your child. Anyone can join at any time; no membership or registration necessary. Meet Thursdays at 9–10 a.m. in front of the Old Fort Park Kid’s Castle (1025 Old Fort Pkwy., Golf Ln.). 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.

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 over 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.

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.