May 5 – Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast Returns
The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 5, and so is the Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast presented by Greenhouse Ministries. This is the first Murfreesboro Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in three years. Cliff Sharp and his wife, Jane, started Greenhouse Ministries over 20 years ago, and the ministry has thrived with the help of local volunteers. The annual breakfast continues at the Embassy Suites (1200 Conference Center Blvd.) Thursday, May 5, from 6:30–8:15 a.m. For more information and to reserve a table, visit greenhousemin.org, call 615-494-0499 or email christy.sanford@greenhousemin.org.
May 6 – Eagleville First Friday
Join the town of Eagleville for its May First Friday in Downtown Eagleville on Friday, May 6, from 5–8 p.m. Spend time outdoors with an evening of food trucks, live music and local shopping. Food trucks include Shug’s Ice Cream Truck, Bill’s Hot Chicken and Pappy’s Backyard BBQ. The Harlan Henry Band plays on the City Hall stage. Eagleville businesses will be collecting items for the Eagleville Food Pantry during this event and the entire month of May. For more information, find the Eagleville’s May First Friday event on Facebook.
May 7 – Community Bike Day
May is National Bike Month! In partnership with the Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation Department, MOAB Bike Shop will host a Community Bike Day at the Barfield Crescent Park Greenway in Murfreesboro on Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Enjoy a casual ride on the greenway. MOAB will display bikes, offer tips and answer questions on basic bike maintenance and provide minor bike inspections and repairs. There will be prizes and giveaways and a training wheels instruction area. A children’s bike rodeo will kick off at 1 p.m. Grill Sergeant’s Food Truck will be onsite. For more information, visit moabbikes.com.
May 7 – Spring Antique Pull
The Tennessee Valley Pioneer Power Association hosts the Spring Antique Tractor Pull on Saturday, May 7, at noon (747 Chapel Hill Pk., Eagleville). The day features 3,500-pound to 8,500-pound farm stock and antique classes. Admission is free. For more information, find the Spring Antique Pull event on Facebook.
May 6 and 7 – Main Street JazzFest
The historic 1859 Rutherford County Courthouse is the backdrop for the annual JazzFest on Friday, May 6, from 5:30–10 p.m. and Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Middle school and high school jazz bands liven up the crowd the first weekend in May, leading into the lineup of professional jazz bands ready to perform throughout the weekend. There is something for everyone to enjoy: music, games, an interactive kid’s alley, a beer garden and food trucks. Admission to the annual community concert is free. For more information, visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org.
May 7 – Boro BBQ Festival
The Murfreesboro Breakfast Rotary Club welcomes back its annual celebration of community and top fundraising event, the Boro BBQ Festival, on Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Come out to Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) for BBQ, live music, food trucks, a craft beer garden and a beautiful spring day. The event is free and open to the public. The day includes several events. The Dr. George Smith KCBS BBQ Brawl features more than 50 competitors as they prepare rubs, bastes and sauces, then smoke chicken and ribs in Rutherford County’s only KCBS-sanctioned event. For only $10, attendees can taste 10 two-ounce pulled pork samples and vote for their favorite in the People’s Choice Competition. Some competitors value this award even more than that from the certified KCBS judges!
The Tennessee High School Steak Cook-Off allows local high schools to compete for a cash prize and bragging rights. The Tennessee Whiskey Tasting and Beer Garden is for attendees to sample the best sour mash that Tennessee has to offer. Or, sample the brews from Deep South Growlers while enjoying live music on the festival grounds. Music begins with the Jake Leg Stompers at 11 a.m.; The Allen Sizemore Band will perform its blues-rock at 12:30 p.m. and the country-blues-rock-styled Jeff Woods Band takes the stage at 2 p.m. Some aspiring musicians are featured in the Student Pavilion, including the Scales Elementary Steel Drum Band, Northfield Drum Ensemble and the Oakland Middle School Jazz Band. The day also includes craft vendors and a barnyard animal petting area. For more information on the Boro BBQ Festival, visit borobbqfest.com.
May 7 – Journey Home Fish Fry
The Journey Home presents its third annual Spring Fish Fry on Saturday, May 7, at Lighthouse Baptist Church (3145 N. Thompson Ln.) from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The day is filled with fellowship and friends supporting The Journey Home in helping the homeless and disadvantaged. A $15 admission provides an all-you-can-eat delicious fried fish meal with the trimmings. For more information, visit lovegodservepeople.org and find “Events” under “Give Help.” Sponsorships are available by calling 865-278-8757 or emailing lcouser@lovegodservepeople.org.
May 7 – World Migratory Bird Day
Un-ruffle your feathers and explore the world of birds and their migration journeys at the Wilderness Station area (401 Volunteer Rd.) Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m.–noon. Learn why it is important to care about these fascinating creatures and how to help them. Enjoy family-friendly activities throughout the day with the “Bird Trek” at 9 a.m. and “Meet a Raptor” at 11 a.m. There is no cost to join. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 7 – Decoration Day
Honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice by laying fresh flowers on their graves at Stones River National Cemetery on Saturday, May 7, from 9 a.m.–noon. The African American Heritage Society of Rutherford County and the Friends of Stones River National Battlefield provide a limited amount of flowers for placement. All volunteers are asked to consider bringing a small bunch of flowers to ensure that each of the more than 7,100 headstones is adorned by a flower. Make reservations on Eventbrite under Decoration Day at Stones River National Cemetery. For more information, visit nps.gov/stri.
May 7 – A Magical Night on Main
The Rutherford County Library Foundation invites the public to its fundraiser, A Magical Night on Main, on Saturday, May 7, from 6–9 p.m. Proceeds are used to help complete the purchase of a new bookmobile to replace the existing unit that is no longer serviceable. This year’s fundraiser is an outdoor affair consisting of food, music and a silent auction at the historic Lively House (746 E. Main St.). Parking is available across the street at Central Magnet School. For more information, call 615-605-1043 or email john.t.trail@gmail.com.
May 7 – Battlefield Caravan Tours
Follow a ranger in your car on a tour of the Stones River Battlefield (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.) beginning on Saturday, May 7, from 2–3:30 p.m. Make several stops at key battle locations as the ranger tells the tale of one of the most important Union victories of the Civil War. Free tours begin at the flagpole in front of the visitor center. Caravan tours will continue through October on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. (Tours are not offered on days when special events are scheduled.) For more information, visit nps.gov/stri.
May 7 – Free Comic Book Day
Pick up free comic books while they last at Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) and Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W., Smyrna) on Saturday, May 7, between 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Linebaugh Library offers free comics, prizes, games, crafts and movies throughout the day. Smyrna Public Library provides free comics, popcorn, cartoons and more. Plus, Magnolia’s Southern Sno-Balls food truck will be onsite. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit rclstn.org/calendar.
May 7 – Urban Air Grand Opening
Urban Air Murfreesboro’s grand opening celebration is Saturday, May 7, starting at 10 a.m. The new attraction will be giving away free platinum passes for use at a later date to the first 100 customers and raffling off free pizza, Icees, T-shirts and memberships. Come explore the new 30,000-square-foot facility offering a full line-up of activities such as bumper cars, the Sky Rider, climbing walls, a tubes playground, trampolines, a cafe and more. Urban Air is located at 1952 Old Fort Pkwy. For more information, visit urbanair.com.
May 7 – City of La Vergne Block Party
On Saturday, May 7, the City of La Vergne presents its annual Block Party at Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Dr.). Participants enjoy food trucks, vendors, music, a corn hole tournament and activities for the whole family. The corn hole tournament begins at 5 p.m. on the football field. The cost to register is $20 per team; limit of 50 teams. The winning team wins a set of all-weather corn hole boards with the city’s 50th anniversary logo. Admission to the Block Party is free with some activities requiring a fee. For more information and to register, visit lavergnetn.gov/527/block-party or find the City of La Vergne Block Party event on Facebook.
May 7 and 21 – Cruisin’ the ’Boro on Saturday Nights
Show off your car, listen to music and meet new friends at Cruisin’ the ’Boro on Saturdays, May 7 and 21, from 4–8 p.m. at River Rock Baptist Church (2248 Highway 99). The Murfreesboro Hot Rod Club hosts the day featuring music, door prizes and games for the kids. Parking is a $1 donation to charity. Concessions are provided by the RRBC Youth Groups. Everyone is welcome. For more information, find the Cruisin’ the ’Boro on Saturday Nights event on Facebook, or call 615-405-5271 or 615-556-0547.
May 9 and 23 – Nature Play at the Wilderness Station
Get ready to be messy, because nature play is back. Visit Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) on Mondays, May 9 and 23, from 10–11 a.m. Kids can get messy with activities like mud painting, shaving cream art, paint stomping and chalk. Make sure to bring a change of clothes for your kiddo. Ages 1 and up are welcome with adult supervision. The cost to join is free. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email lrosser@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 9 and 23 – NASP Murfreesboro Networking Event
The Nashville Association of Sales Professionals hosts its Murfreesboro networking event the second and fourth Monday of each month (May 9 and 23) in the Burger Bar Restaurant in The Doubletree by Hilton (1850 Old Fort Pkwy.) with networking starting at 11 a.m. and the meeting at 11:30 a.m. NASP is a professional nonprofit organization that provides a positive forum for skill enhancement training and networking for career sales people. Learn how to become a more polished and successful sales professional by improving your presentation and enhancing your people skills. Everyone from new sales professionals to seasoned road warriors are invited to attend. For more information, visit nashville-nasp.org.
May 9 and 23 – Snake Feeding at Wilderness Station
Learn all about snake adaptations and how they swallow their food whole with a live demonstration of the educational snakes at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) Mondays, May 9 and 23, from 11–11:30 a.m. There is no cost to join and no registration is required. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 10 – Senior Class Sampler at Patterson
The Senior Class Sampler is a two-hour fitness event specifically for senior patrons at Patterson Park Community Center (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) on Tuesday, May 10, from 9:35–11:45 a.m. The Group Fitness Instructors teach five exercise classes with only a 20-minute sampling of each class. Take as few or as many as you like and bring a friend. These classes combine cardiovascular and strength training for all systems of the body. Participants focus on movement, endurance, stamina, flexibility and coordination. Don’t forget a water bottle. The cost to join is the center’s general admission. For more information, call 615-893-7439 or email amyers@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 10 – Heroes Luncheon for Heart of Tennessee Red Cross
The American Red Cross, Heart of Tennessee Chapter, hosts the annual Heart of Tennessee Heroes Breakfast on Tuesday, May 10, from 7:30 a.m.–9 a.m. at the MTSU Student Union (1768 MTSU Blvd.). This luncheon is one of the critical fundraisers for the chapter, and funds raised help the Red Cross deliver critical services to the community. The chapter honors Bart Walker with the 2022 Heart of Tennessee American Red Cross Heroes Award. Walker is a pillar in Murfreesboro and long-time champion of the Red Cross. He is recognized as a hero because of his decades-long commitment to bring much needed information and resources to the entire community during times of disaster. The chapter will also celebrate their local volunteers and highlight the Red Cross mission in the community. Also being recognized is chapter volunteer Sandy Hughes. Hughes has been volunteering with the Red Cross since 2018. Currently, she is the Volunteer Partner for Jon Taylor in the Heart of Tennessee. If you are interested in sponsoring a table, call 615-651-3405. For additional information, visit redcross.org/heartoftnheroes.
May 10 – Murfreesboro in May
Redstone Federal Credit Union, in conjunction with the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, presents Murfreesboro in May from 4–7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, at Redstone Federal Credit Union (2404 Medical Center Pkwy.). The event will be in lieu of the usual monthly Business After Hours networking event. The party will include a barbecue competition, refreshments and live music. Admission is free.
May 11 – Joseph Webers Book Signing
Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) welcomes local author Joseph Webers for a book signing on Wednesday, May 11, from 2–5 p.m. The author signs and sells copies of his newest book, The Wreck Emerged, which was published in August 2021. The Wreck Emerged tells the fictionalized story of Air World Airlines flight 94. After a plane crash threatens a global crisis, the book follows a spiritual journey of a young mother who starts to sense her life choices are not leading anywhere positive, and wonders if there might be a way out. Along the way, she and her mentor provide the key to solving the mystery. Webers brings over 40 years of U.S. Army experience to his writing. He and his wife, Elizabeth, recently moved to Middle Tennessee from Williamsburg, Virginia. The Wreck Emerged is available for $12 and can be purchased with cash or check. For more information, visit rclstn.org or call 615-893-4131.
May 11 – Living Sent Murfreesboro Meeting
The May 2022 Living Sent Murfreesboro meeting is Wednesday, May 11, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Experience (521 Old Salem Rd.) featuring guest speakers Randy Allen and Dave Weill. Allen has spent his career in business, government and service to the community. Much of what doesn’t work is because people are unwilling to put aside their differences and work together for something much larger than themselves, Allen says. He will talk about “What Separates Us.” Weill is the owner and operator of Steak ‘n Shake in Murfreesboro. He talks on how to effectively share faith in the workplace. A complimentary lunch is provided by Kelly Cearing at A Mortgage Boutique. RSVP for the lunch meeting by emailing bob.williams@alhambrapartners.com.
May 12 – Homeschool Day at Cannonsburgh: Working with Water
Spend some time outdoors with Homeschool Day at Cannonsburgh Village (Visitor Center, 312 S. Front St.) on Thursday, May 12, from 1–2 p.m. Students experience old-fashioned chores using water. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes in case you get dirty. Admission is $3 per person. Reservations are required and must be received by Thursday, May 5. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Make a reservation by calling 615-801-2606 or emailing mbnevills@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 12 – All Access Night
The Discovery Center (502 SE Broad St.) offers an All Access Night on Thursday, May 12, from 5–8 p.m. These nights are a time for special-needs families to enjoy exhibits in a sensory-friendly environment. Admission is free. For more information and registration, visit explorethedc.org/allaccess or email eenochs@explorethedc.org.
Photo by Jim Davis / Murfreesboro Parks & Rec
May 13 – Barfield Beach Party
Come to a real beach party at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.) on Friday, May 13, beginning at 5 p.m. Over 60 tons of sand creates the beach before it is used throughout the park systems. Enjoy music, dancing and a variety of games and activities. The cost to join is free. All ages are welcome. For more information, call 615-907-2251 or email bgarrett@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 14 – Wine & Whiskey + Shakesbeer
“To brew or not to brew, that is the question!” Attend one of the most extensive tasting experiences of the year on Saturday, May 14, from 4–7 p.m., at the Discovery Center’s serene Murfree Spring natural area (502 SE Broad St.) featuring theatrical performances by Murfreesboro Little Theatre, MPROV and Inebriated Shakespeare, along with samples of a variety of local craft brews alongside wines and whiskeys from Stones River Total Beverage. Delectable cuisine is available from local food vendors. For more information and tickets, visit explorethedc.org/shakesbeer or call 615-890-2300.
May 15 – Secret Garden Tea Party
Join the Secret Garden Tea Party in the Discovery Center Wetlands (502 SE Broad St.) on Sunday, May 15, from 1–3 p.m. This tea party is a family-friendly extension of the signature fundraising event, the Secret Garden Party, which takes place in June. Guests will enjoy boxed tea-time treats, craft stations, beautiful photo opportunities and admission to the Discovery Center. For more information and tickets, visit explorethedc.org/sgtp or call 615-890-2300.
May 19 – Small Business Fair
The Walnut House (116 N. Walnut St.) will host another Murfreesboro Small Business Fair from 4–8 p.m., Thursday, May 19. The free event gives the community an opportunity to discover unique area businesses and to enjoy food, drink, music, art, networking, demonstrations, samples and giveaways. For a full list of participants, find an event page for the Murfreesboro Small Business Fair at the Walnut House on Facebook. For more information, call or text 615-796-6248.
May 19 – All About Lizards
Learn all about lizards at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) on Thursday, May 19, from 4–5 p.m. See why lizards are important members of our environment and the different adaptations some lizards have. Witness live demonstrations with some of the educational animals. The cost to join is free. Registration is recommended, as space is limited, by calling 615-217-3017 or emailing jfogel@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 21 – A Bicycle Tour Through History
Follow a ranger for a bike ride through the Stones River National Battlefield (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.) and along the Stones River Greenway on Saturday, May 21, with stops where critical actions in the battle occurred. This is a five-mile-plus ride at a moderate pace that is not recommended for children under age 10. Visitors ages 16 and under must wear helmets, but all participants are encouraged to wear helmets and bring a water bottle. The bike tour is free but reservations are required by 5 p.m. the day before; each tour is limited to 20 participants. Reservations can be made on Eventbrite under A Ride Through History: Bicycle Tour of Stones River National Battlefield. For more information, visit nps.gov/stri.
May 21 – Lions Club Golf Scramble
The Cannonsburgh Murfreesboro Lions Club puts on a four-person Scramble Golf Outing in memory of Lion Jonelle Prince on Saturday, May 21, with lunch at 11:30 a.m., registration from noon–12:45 p.m., the shotgun start at 1 p.m. and prize and award ceremony from 6–7 p.m. Four players scramble with a two-putt max or pick-up at double bogie at Old Fort Golf Club (1028 Golf Ln.). The tournament is limited to the first 20 teams for a total of 80 players. Entry fees are due by Wednesday, May 11. The tournament includes a cart, green fees, range balls, a swag bag and silent auction. Raffle tickets are available to purchase. For more information, call 586-894-2085 or 615-896-2448.
Photo by Jim Davis / Murfreesboro Parks & Rec
May 21 – World Turtle Day
Celebrate the world of turtles and learn more about why they are important to protect. Enjoy family-friendly activities, live animal demonstrations and live music on Saturday, May 21, at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) from 1–3 p.m. All ages are welcome. The cost to join is free. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 21 – Showin’ Off for Shelby Car Show Fundraiser
The first Showin’ Off for Shelby Car Show Fundraiser is to bring awareness and raise funds for Steered Straight, a local nonprofit that sponsors student assemblies and drug and alcohol awareness seminars locally and nationwide. The event is put on by the Jordan family in memory of Shelby Jordan, a loving and outgoing young lady who lost her battle against drug addiction at the age of 26. Steered Straight’s mission is to educate young people about the realities and consequences of their life choices, including drug and alcohol use. The car show commences at Murfreesboro Family Worship Center (3045 Memorial Blvd.) on Saturday, May 21, at 9 a.m. and runs through 3 p.m. For more information, find a 1st Annual Showin’ Off for Shelby Car Show Fundraiser in Memory of Shelby Jordan on Facebook.
May 21 – Backstage Bash
Come out for the one-night-only charity event benefiting The Center for the Arts on Saturday, May 21, at the Center for the Arts (110 W. College St.). Experience a night full of food, fun, entertainment and live and silent auctions beginning at 6:30 p.m. with the afterparty at 9:30 p.m. Cocktail attire and masquerade masks are encouraged. The cost is $100 per person, $175 per couple and $25 for the afterparty only. Purchase tickets at boroarts.org or by calling 615-904-2787. For more information, find the Backstage Bash event on Facebook.
May 21 – 3rd Saturday Open Studio
The 3rd Saturday Open Studio is hosted by local sculpture and functional pottery artists Dawna Magliacano and Kaitlin Savage, featuring several guest artists working in various mediums on Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Workshops, classes and art demonstrations are at the home studios of Magliacano (8265 Lascassas Pk., Lascassas, look for the blue flags). For more information, find 3rd Saturday Open Studio on Facebook.
May 21 – Mr. Murfreesboro Day at Tommy’s Car Wash
Tommy’s Express Car Wash (5313 Franklin Rd.) hosts Mr. Murfreesboro Day on Saturday, May 21, from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. The car wash agreed to provide a portion of sales during that time to Mr. Murfreesboro’s charity of choice. Mr. Murfreesboro (a.k.a. Bill Wilson) selected the Recovery Support Foundation of Rutherford County to receive the donation. For more on the addiction recovery support organization, call 615-217-7124. Hear Mr. Murfreesboro on WGNS at 100.5 FM or 1450 AM each Sunday at 9 p.m.
May 23–27 – American Sign Language Online Classes
Learning a new language can be both fun and hands-on in MTSU’s virtual American Sign Language summer course Monday–Friday, May 23–27, from 1–4 p.m. MTSU’s Center for Accelerated Language Acquisition is combining both parts of its regular course into a five-day experience via videoconference. Instructor Haley Jensen leads the classes through games and other hands-on activities dealing with greetings, numbers, colors, body parts, the alphabet and elements of basic, everyday conversation. Fees are $300 for the general community, $250 for MTSU faculty, staff and alumni, and $185 for MTSU and high school students. The class is limited to 30 participants, so early registration is recommended. For more information, call 615-898-5757 or email brian.roberts@mtsu.edu or acceleratedacquisition@mtsu.edu.
May 26 – Sunflower Planter Project at the Wilderness Station
Get into the spring spirit and decorate your own flower pot at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) on Thursday, May 26, from 2–3 p.m. Plant sunflower seeds to take home and watch grow. Ages 4 and up are welcome. The cost to join is $5 per person. Registration is required by calling 615-217-3017 or emailing lrosser@murfreesborotn.gov.
May 28 – Memorial Day Flag Placement at Stones River National Cemetery
Scouts and other youth organizations from Middle Tennessee place American flags on more than 7,100 graves in Stones River National Cemetery (2552 Old Nashville Hwy.). Groups of volunteers will place flags starting on the hour from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Volunteers can park in the overflow parking area near the visitor center and check-in near the walk-in entrance to Stones River National Cemetery. There is no volunteer parking in the cemetery. Flags will be given and sections assigned. Joining the event is free, but registration is required. Registration can be found on Eventbrite under Stones River National Cemetery Memorial Day Flag Placement. Volunteers are also needed to help remove the flags on Tuesday, May 31, from 9–11 a.m. For more information, visit nps.gov/stri.
May 29 – Stones River Memorial Day Program
Gather at the Stones River National Cemetery (2552 Old Nashville Hwy.) rostrum to remember the sacrifices of soldiers, past and present, on Sunday, May 29, from 1:30–2:30 p.m. The day includes patriotic music, a wreath laying ceremony and a three-volley salute presented by the 9th Kentucky Infantry, U.S. Parking is available in the visitor center and recreational/overflow lots.
Photo by Jim Davis / Murfreesboro Parks & Rec
May 30 – Memorial Day Bash at Boro Beach
Enjoy a day of swimming, music, fun and prizes at Boro Beach at Sports*Com (2310 Memorial Blvd.) on Monday, May 30, from 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. All ages are welcome. The cost to join is $7 for adults and $5 for youth. For more information, call 615-895-5040 or email. jstolze@murfreesborotn.gov.
Mondays – Connect Murfreesboro
Join Connect Murfreesboro each Monday from 9–10 a.m. at BoomBozz Craft Pizza & Taphouse (2839 Medical Center Pkwy.) for a casual networking event designed to connect professionals, build relationships, drive referrals and help grow businesses. Please prepare a 60-second pitch about who you are and what you do, as well as a specific referral request for attendees on what can be done to help promote your business. The approximately 20 minutes at the end of each meeting is reserved for members to set up one-on-ones and socialize. For more information or directions, visit connectnashvillenetworking.com/events.
Mondays – Storytime at the TEC
The Technology Engagement Center (306 Minerva Dr.) offers a weekly storytime at 4 p.m. each Monday. Learn about and enjoy storybooks to help inspire and teach about nature, art, technology, science, space, time travel and everything hiding beneath the ocean. (All library branches are closed May 30.) For more information, contact info-tec@rclstn.org.
Tuesdays – Homeschool Archery Series
Discover the thrill of drawing back a bow, aiming and sending an arrow flying to a target while learning focus, self-control, discipline and patience. The Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) presents a four-week series on Tuesdays in May (May 3, 10, 17 and 24) from 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. taught by certified instructors. Each week students learn the fundamentals of archery and get to practice. Space is limited to 20 students. Ages 10–18 are welcome and the cost is $50. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
Tuesdays and Thursdays – Raptor Rhapsody
Have you ever looked an owl in the eye or checked out a falcon’s wing? Meet the educational screech owl and American kestrel up close and learn about these master predators of the sky on Tuesdays and Thursdays May 3, 12, 17 and 26, from 4–5 p.m. at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.). No registration is required and the cost to join is free. For more information, call or 615-217-3017 or email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
Tuesdays and Fridays – Rutherford County Farmers’ Market
The Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Cooperation presents a producer-only farmers’ market in the indoor/open air Community Center at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.). The RCFM is open Friday, May 13, through the last Friday of October from 7 a.m.–noon every Tuesday and Friday. Market vendors hail from over 20 Middle Tennessee counties and sell a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, baked and canned goods, flowers, plants and more. “Come & Go” informative sessions are open to the general public every market day from 9–11 a.m. in the lobby. Topics range from sustainable gardening, cooking, food preservation and environmental education. The Master Gardeners of Rutherford County are available from 9 a.m.–noon in the demonstration garden for questions and tours. For more information, visit rutherford.tennessee.edu/farmers-market, call 615-898-7710 or 615-785-0862 or email hlambert@utk.edu.
Wednesdays – Boro 2 Square Running Group
The Boro 2 Square running group meets at Mayday Brewery (521 Old Salem Rd.) every Wednesday at 6 p.m. The group welcomes runners of all paces and all individuals looking to get out and run and socialize with other runners. Normal run distances are between 3 and 5 miles. Participants are welcome to hang out and socialize at Mayday following the run. For more information, visit facebook.com/boro2square.
Wednesdays – Wild Things at the Wilderness Station
Let the smaller among us get in touch with their wild side at the Wilderness Station on Wednesdays in May from 9:30–10:30 a.m. and 10:45–11:45 a.m. Sing songs, read a story, complete a craft and conclude with a short walk. Focus on a different nature theme each week. The cost to join is $3 per child. Pre-registration is required by calling the day before at 615-217-3017. For more information, email dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.
Thursdays and Saturdays – Muddy-Vator 4 Training
This 8-week obstacle course training program results in the opportunity for participants to be ready for the local Muddy-Vator event. Guests will be lifting, jumping, pulling, crawling and running in short bursts while improving strength, speed, individual achievement and teamwork skills. Meet May 5–June 23 on Thursdays from 6–7 p.m. and Saturdays from 7–8 a.m. at Patterson Park Community Center, Multipurpose Field (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.). Ages 16 and up are welcome. Headbands and other incentives are handed out during or at the conclusion of the training program. Cool towels are provided during training times. The cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 615-893-7439 ext. 6117 or email rbrady@murfreesborotn.gov.
Saturdays – Murfreesboro Saturday Market
Main Street Saturday Market in downtown Murfreesboro is a weekly farmers market on the Murfreesboro Public Square every Saturday from 8 a.m.–noon beginning May 21 through the end of October. Spend the day with real farmers, real food and real community. For more information, find Murfreesboro Saturday Market on Facebook.
Saturdays – Smyrna Depot Farmers Market
Carpe Artista hosts the Smyrna Depot Farmers Market in partnership with the Town of Smyrna. The 2022 season opens May 21 and runs until Sept. 17 from 8 a.m.–noon at the Historic Smyrna Front Street Depot District (98 Front St.). For more information, call 615-984-4038 or visit carpeartista.com/farmers-market.
June 1 – The Big Run 5K
The Big Run 5K is a celebration of Global Running Day on Wednesday, June 1. After the passing of a running legend in the Murfreesboro community, Miles Tate, 100 percent of net proceeds benefit he and his wife’s scholarship at MTSU, The Melinda and Miles Tate Scholarship. This is Fleet Feet’s largest nationally coordinated running event, and they are partnering with the City of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation as a part of the Better Boro Project. The run welcomes runners and walkers of all ages, levels and abilities. This is a timed, certified 5K race. The $25 registration includes a race shirt and medal. The race kicks off at 6:30 p.m. at the Gateway Island on the Greenway (1875 W. College St.) with local vendors, raffle prizes and music. For more information, visit fleetfeetmurfreesboro.com, find “The Big Run Murfreesboro” on runsignup.com or email krista@fleetfeetmurfreesboro.com.
June 3 and 4 – Murfreesboro Central Class of 1972 50th Anniversary
The Murfreesboro Central High School Class of 1972 is planning its 50th High School Reunion for Friday and Saturday, June 3 and 4. If you haven’t received any information, find Murfreesboro CHS – Class of 1972 – Year of the Tiger on Facebook. For more information, email gbrewer@bellsouth.net.
