Oct. 4–7 – MTSU Theatre’s Sense and Sensibility
MTSU Theatre brings the beloved Dashwood sisters, their bravery, their beaux and their banknotes (or lack thereof) to life from Oct. 4–7 at Tucker Theatre (615 Champion Way) with a unique staging of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, directed by Department of Theatre and Dance Assistant Professor Lauren Shouse. Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for K–12 students, with curtain times at 7:30 p.m. Admission is free for MTSU students, faculty and staff. Tickets, which will seat the audience on the Tucker Theatre stage, are available at tinyurl.com/mtsusensetickets. Seating is limited for the shows; putting the audience onstage with the cast, while making for snug accommodations, helps reveal the actors’ actions and reactions. The 2022–23 MTSU Department Theatre and Dance schedule also features Jerre Dye’s Southern ghost story Cicada Oct. 20–23. For more details, visit mtsu.edu/theatreanddance.

Oct. 6 – St. Clair Senior Center Health Expo 2022
The St. Clair Senior Center Health Expo features free healthcare information, screenings and assessments alongside snacks, giveaways and door prizes on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 8 a.m.–noon at the Center (325 St. Clair St.). Participate in health checks and assessments including: hearing and vision tests, flu shots, nutrition information, depression screening, foot assessments, brain health, sleep check-ups, skin checks and more. For more information, call 615-848-2550 or email lgrissom@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 7–8 – Uncle Dave Macon Days
Fountains at Gateway will host the historic 2022 roots music festival, Uncle Dave Macon Days, set for Oct. 7–8. Additionally, admission to the festival will be free to the public this year. Old-time, bluegrass and roots music will kick off at 5 p.m. Friday evening, and again at 1 p.m. on Saturday. Performers include The Cleverlys, Glade City Rounders, Jake Leg Stompers, Uncle Shuffelo & His Haint Hollow Hootenanny and mnay others. View the full schedule on page 14. Starting from humble beginnings on the lawn of the Rutherford County Courthouse in 1978, Uncle Dave Macon Days has been a Middle Tennessee tradition for decades, inspired by the legacy of America’s rich musical heritage. Fountains at Gateway is located at 1500 Medical Center Pkwy. For more information visit uncledavemacondays.com

Oct. 8 – Bark in the Boro
Come out for free family fun at the first Bark in the Boro! on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. outside of the MTSU Student Union Building (1768 MTSU Blvd.). A portion of the proceeds benefit Beesley Animal Foundation. The pet-friendly day consists of vendors, adoptable animals, games and more. For more information, visit barkintheboro.com.

Oct. 8 – Linebaugh Hosts Author Detario Yancey
Linebaugh Public Library (105 W. Vine St.) welcomes local author Detario Yancey for a book signing on Saturday, Oct. 8, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Yancey signs and sells copies of his book, Daddy, is it ok to cry?, published in January 2022. This children’s book is about a boy with big emotions and a dad who wants him to hold them. The day comes, however, when they both show how they really feel. The book teaches readers ages 3 to 8 about end-of-life, emotions and communication. Yancey received a bachelor’s degree in social work from MTSU. He loves talking about mental health and has worked with children for many years. Books are $15. For more information, visit rclstn.org or call 615-893-4131.

Oct. 9 – Ramblings on Rock Springs Road: Meet the Author
Meet local author Gilbert Gordon at Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) on Sunday, Oct. 9, at 2 p.m. Hear short stories from his 2021 book Ramblings on Rock Springs Road. Gordon spent the first half of his 60 years on his family dairy farm in southern Rutherford County. Over the last 30-plus years, teaching has been his vocation. He and his wife, Ginny, founded Cedar Hall School on a part of the family farm in 1991 and were privileged to teach their children while they taught others. Ramblings centers around the farming community on Rock Springs Road, and includes tales of peach-pie redemption, a serial killer during the 1920s, the Civil War spy Kate Patterson (his great-great-aunt) and the struggles of a boy coming of age on a southern rural road. This event is free and open to the public, but reservations must be made online. For more information, visit oaklandsmansion.org/ramblings-rock-springs-road.

Oct. 11 – Rutherford Cable October Breakfast Meeting
Rutherford Cable’s October Breakfast Meeting hosts an engaging and thought-provoking presentation by public historian Rebecca Price, who tells the story of women’s economic equality, enduring obstacles and the surprising opportunities along the way to equal pay. Price takes a fresh look at, and a deep dive into, the stories of Tennessee women in order to make them relevant to our experiences today. She is a public historian and museum professional with over two decades of experience specializing in women’s history. In 2015, she founded Chick History, and she currently serves as a program coordinator in the Special Collections Department at the Nashville Public Library, where she curated their newest public space, the Votes for Women Room. “Equal Pay: Women, Work and Wages” takes place Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 7:15–9 a.m. in-person at the Fountains at Gateway (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.) or virtually. Remember to bring plenty of business cards and grab a card on the way out to make a connection. For more information, email yourrutherfordcable@gmail.com or visit rutherfordcable.org.

Oct. 11 – Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce holds its October Business After Hours at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Volunteer State Bank (2019 Memorial Blvd.). This is an informal social networking event designed to connect business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. Admission is $10 for Chamber members and $20 for future members. No registration is required. For more information on Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cuttings and other events, visit rutherfordchamber.org.

Oct. 12 – Living Sent Ministries
Living Sent Murfreesboro will have its October meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 12, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Experience (521 Old Salem Rd.). Michael Murray has spent his entire life in Tennessee. As a child he loved helping people, an activity he now continues as his adult mission, helping people move forward in life. Murray speaks about the effect our identity has on the way we think, work and live, both personally and professionally. Lili Moran is a pediatrician, wife, and mom of four elementary school children. She has a passion for international missions and has taken more than 15 mission trips, many of them medical missions. Moran tells us what it means to her to live and work in India, Ecuador and Bolivia. A complimentary lunch is provided by Sean Moran and Red Barn Financial. RSVP at bob.williams@alhambrapartners.com.

Oct. 13 – Homeschool Science Series
Students have the chance to explore their world through science at Homeschool Science Series at Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.). Students study different topics in each class with hands-on demonstrations. Thursday, Oct. 13, is Trees & Forests. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. There are separate classes for ages 9–12 and ages 5–8, and classes meet Thursdays from 10–11:30 a.m. The cost is $5 per person. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email lrosser@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 13 – Discovery Center All Access Night
All Access Nights are a time for special-needs families to enjoy the Discovery Center’s (502 S.E. Broad St.) exhibits in a sensory friendly environment. All Access Nights are free, but reservations are suggested. October’s All Access Night is Thursday, Oct. 13, from 5–8 p.m. For more information, visit explorethedc.org/allaccess or call 615-890-2300.

Oct. 13 – Comedy and Covers
Comedy and Covers showcases local musical artists and comedians the second Thursday of each month. October’s entertainment kicks off with White Kyd Tom and Uncle Carl presenting Brendie, Luso and Squeeky Barnes with the Comedy & Covers House Band at Luna’s Night Club (527 W. Main St.) on Thursday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. This event is 21 and up, and doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 (VIP option available). For more information, find LUNAS night club on Facebook.

Oct. 13 – Amelia’s Closet Project ReStyle
Amelia’s Closet has announced its first fashion show fundraiser, Project ReStyle, on Thursday, Oct. 13, from 6–8 p.m. at Liberty’s Station (850 NW Broad St.). Demetria Kalodimos is the emcee. ReStyle is a restyling competition and fashion show with donated clothes from Amelia’s Closet featuring prizes for the winners. Since 2015, Amelia’s Closet has helped women from disadvantaged circumstances prepare for employment by providing professional attire, tips for successful interviews, and makeovers. Clients are referred from nearly 50 organizations, including Doors of Hope, Greenhouse Ministries, and The Journey Home. The night also consists of a silent auction of high-end handbags, artwork and gift items. Light hors d’oeuvres are provided by The Tasty Table and served by some of Liberty’s Station’s interns. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. For more information, find the Project ReStyle Fundraiser event on Facebook.

Oct. 14 – Theatre Crawl at Oaklands
The second annual Rutherford County Theatre Crawl features eight Middle Tennessee theatre companies in a spooky night of candy collecting and performances. This evening includes two local food trucks, music, and of course the theatre crawl itself, inside historic Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) from 5–8 p.m. Donations are encouraged, as is attending in costume. Pay what you can. Upon presenting a ticket, you will be assigned to a tour group and led through the historic Oaklands Mansion on a spooky tour. Each room will highlight a local performing arts troupe who will be performing a specially prepared piece. Bring a basket to collect candy along the way. Participating local theaters include AcTEENg, Bravo Boro, Boro Tellers, Center ror the Arts, Consider This Theatre, Ghost Light Studio, Murfreesboro Little Theatre and Radical Arts. Limited free parking is available onsite. Additional free parking is available near the pavilion at Oaklands Park. For more information, visit oaklandsmansion.org or find Oaklands Mansion on Facebook.

Oct. 14–16 – NAIA Pow Wow and Arts Exhibition
The Native American Indian Association of Tennessee puts on its 41st Annual NAIA Pow Wow and Arts Exhibition from Oct. 14–16 at Long Hunter State Park (2910 Hobson Pike, Nashville). View ceremonial songs, dances and more. The exhibit opens at 9 a.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The opening ceremony will be at 10 a.m. on Friday and Sunday; Saturday’s opening ceremony will be at 11 a.m. Weekend admission is $8 for teens and adults, $4 for kids 6–12, and seniors over 65, kids 5 and under, and individuals with handicaps are admitted free. For more information, visit naiatn.org/powwow.

Oct. 14–23 – Tennessee STEAM Festival
The Tennessee STEAM Festival is an ongoing statewide project that includes many events from Oct. 14–23. Rutherford County events include “Trees are Terrific! Do a Self-Guided Tour MTSU Arboretum” and “Carpe Artista Arts Academy It’s Not a Pumpkin Contest” on Friday, Oct. 14, and “Earth Experience Dino Days,” “MTSU Geosciences Rocks, Fossils, The Civil War and the Revolution” at Fortress Rosecrans, “Discovery Center STEAM-A-PALOOZA” and “Big Bug Hunt” at the Sam Davis Home (in Smyrna) on Saturday, Oct. 15. For the full schedule and more information, visit tnsteam.org.

Oct. 15 – Boro Bourbon and Brews
Join Panther Creek Brews (714 W. Main St.) in benefiting Feed America First at Boro Bourbon and Brews on Saturday, Oct. 15. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. with the corn hole tournament at 4 p.m. The day consists of bourbon samples from various distilleries, food trucks, live music by Tom Davison, football games on the big screen, a silent auction, additional raffles and surprises throughout. A free BBC Glencairn glass is included with the first 10 tickets sold. A designated driver ticket is $10, general admission is $40 and 2 general admission tickets plus corn hole team entry is $100. For tickets, visit feedamericafirst.com/bbb.

Through Oct. 15 – Bowl Painting for Cookin’ to Build
Bowl painting for Cookin’ to Build is underway thorough Oct. 15 at The Pottery Place at The Avenue (2615 Medical Center Pkwy. #1520). The $30 registration cost includes paint, a bowl, and a ticket to Cookin’ to Build on Saturday, Nov. 5. For more information, visit thepotteryplaceavenue.com or find The Pottery Place on Facebook.

Oct. 16 – Symphony Storytime
Join friends, family, and the Middle Tennessee community for a kid-friendly afternoon of free music and storytelling at the MTSU School of Music’s Hinton Hall on Sunday, Oct. 16, from 3–4:30 p.m. The Middle Tennessee Sinfonietta presents its fall concert “Symphony Storytime”, an evening filled with music from Mussorgsky and Saint-Saens and storytelling. They are joined by author Antonia Royal-Whitmore, poet Kory Wells, and illustrator Christian Young to present their new book entitled Wander Long, Wonder Strong, as well as other literature alongside the orchestra. Directly following the performance, hear from the authors about this project and how they wrote this new children’s book. This event is a part of the Tennessee STEAM Festival and a collaboration with members of the literary arts interest group of the Rutherford Arts Alliance. Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $5. Donations are accepted, both at the door and in advance at mtsinfonietta.com. Proceeds from the concert helps support the Middle Tennessee Sinfonietta. For more information, call 864-706-3647 or email info@mtsinfonietta.com, or find Middle Tennessee Sinfonietta on social media.

Oct. 16 – Eclectic Road Grand Opening
The Eclectic Road – A World Boutique (1404 Hazelwood Dr., Smyrna) will celebrate its grand opening on Sunday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The new boutique will offer a variety of products including handmade clothing from India and Nepal, stones and crystals, incense, tarot cards, $5 gemstone earrings, pendants and rings from India, handmade quilts and towels from Stitches by Jackie, candles from Burning Embers, woodworking products, and other items from local artists. For more information, visit theeclecticroad.com or call 615-462-5156.

Oct. 17 – Rutherford County Historical Society
The Rutherford County Historical Society Meeting for October is about haunted places in Rutherford County. Join the meeting on Monday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Carriage Lane Inn (337 E. Burton St.). This meeting is free and open to the public. Wear a Halloween costume if you dare.

Oct. 18 – Outdoor Cooking at the Wilderness Station
Outdoor Cooking at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) introduces you to a variety of outdoor cooking methods on Tuesday, Oct. 18, from 9–10 a.m. Learn how to create delicious meals and snacks for camping or backyard events. Enjoy coffee and a Dutch oven breakfast. This event will take place rain or shine. Ages 18 and up are welcome. Tickets are $5 per person. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email lrosser@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 18 – Tennessee Valley Winds Fall Concert
The Tennessee Valley Winds Annual Fall Concert is Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m. at Patterson Park Community Center (521 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.). There is no cost for admission, though donations will be accepted. For more information, visit tnvalleywinds.org or find Tennessee Valley Winds on Facebook.

Oct. 20 – The Connection at Champy’s
Champy’s World Famous Fried Chicken will host the October 2022 installment of The Connection: An Evening of Professional Networking and Business Brainstorming from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20. All Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs and professionals are welcome to attend this casual, free, no-obligation networking event, where they can meet other small business owners and tap into one another’s experience and energy. Champy’s is located at 1290 NW Broad St.

Oct. 21 – Maskara/Masquerade Ball
The Maskara/Masquerade Ball will help raise funds for the nonprofit organization Helping Hands Worldwide Services to help people in the Philippines with the organization’s five core projects: disaster relief, nutrition, education, health and medical, and pump and infrastructure programs. Come out to The View at Fountains (1500 Medical Center Pkwy.) on Friday, Oct. 21, from 6–10 p.m. Masks and formal attire encouraged. For tickets and more information, visit helpinghandstn.org and click on fundraising.

Oct. 21 – Special Kids Fall Golf Classic
Special Kids holds a spring and fall Golf Classic to raise funds in support of its programs and services that are provided to Middle Tennessee children and their families. The 2022 Special Kids Fall Golf Classic takes place Friday, Oct. 21, at Cedar Crest Golf Course (7972 Mona Rd.). This Golf Classic supports the programs and services Special Kids provides to Middle Tennessee children and their families. If you cannot participate, you can still make a difference by making a donation. Afternoon refreshments and lunch midday is served for both flights. The four-person scramble is $150 for individual players and $600 for a team of four. You can bid in the auction from anywhere on Oct. 21 to support the Special Kids Therapy and Nursing Center. For more information, visit givesignup.org/ticketevent/specialkidsfallgolfclassic.

Oct. 21 – Everybody Drum Some Community Rhythm Event
Everybody Drum Some founder Ross Lester continues the 3rd Friday Community Rhythm Event series for those who would like to join their neighbors in some drumming. The next session kicks off at 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 21, in the fellowship hall of St Patrick’s Anglican Church (7103 Baker Rd.). It is free to participate, and people of all ages are invited to come join the drumming or to spectate. Participants may bring drums, shakers, tambourines, woodblocks or percussive instruments of any type, but instruments will be available for use from the extensive Everybody Drum Some collection. To learn more, visit everybodydrumsome.com or call 615-631-7458‬.

Oct. 21 – Adopt-A-Mom Fundraiser with Ashley Dawn
Boot-stompin’ country music artist Ashley Dawn performs at Gallagher Unplugged on Friday, Oct. 21. The evening serves as a fundraiser for the ADOPT-A-MOM initiative, helping stabilize single mothers in Rutherford County desiring or seeking higher education by providing housing, transportation and other services while in school. Ashley Dawn also encourages folks to sponsor VIP moms by providing hair and nail services, a shopping experience and dinner prior to the show for deserving mothers. Find tickets and sponsorship information on Eventbrite and more on Ashley Dawn at ashleydawn.com.

Oct. 22 – Wine Around the Square
Wine Around the Square returns to the Murfreesboro Public Square on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. All proceeds of the event will benefit the Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Foundation’s Power of Pink Fund, fighting breast cancer by providing mammography for underinsured and uninsured women in Rutherford County. A wide variety of wines will be available for sampling throughout the evening. Guests will also receive a full dinner provided by The Alley On Main. Additionally, Nashville-based artist Chris Ferrara, who can often be found performing with his band The Common Good on Broadway, will perform for Wine Around the Square this year. Learn more about the event on page 24. Find tickets at winearoundthesquare.net.

Oct. 21 & 22 – Barfield Bash Carnival
Join the fun at the Barfield Bash to play ghostly games and win frighteningly fun prizes, enjoy spooky music, and participate in a chilling costume contest at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.) Friday and Saturday, Oct. 21 and 22, from 5–8 p.m. There will be a startling story time, paranormal petting zoo and a fortune teller, just to name a few. For more information, call 615-962-8773 or email vstembridge@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 21 & 22 – Old Scream Road: Murfreesboro’s Scariest Hayride
Get ready for Halloween with the scariest hayride into the depths of Barfield Park on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 21 and 22, from 7:30–9 p.m. at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.). Who or what is lurking in the woods? Do you dare find out? The night is recommended for ages 10 and up. The ride starts at dark, and tickets are sold until 9 p.m. Tickets are $5. For more information, call 615-890-5333 or email bgarrett@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 22 – Clue Party
Murfreesboro’s zaniest fundraiser is the Clue Party, a night of mystery, murder and madness. Was it Miss Scarlet in the hall with the revolver? Or Mrs. Peacock in the lounge with the candlestick? Everyone has a motive at the Clue Party. Community members can participate on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 6–9 p.m. A murder has been committed at the Gray Mansion, and guests will use clues marked around the mansion and interview the characters to solve the murder. The perfect setting is the Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.), and all for a good cause. This year, of the many nonprofits that applied, Community Helpers of Rutherford County was selected. Community Helpers is a nonprofit agency that assists Rutherford County residents in meeting their emergency rent, utility, and medicinal needs. Catering is provided by Seasons of Murfreesboro. General admission is $75 and includes two drink tickets, one card to guess the perpetrator of the crime, and light appetizers all night. There is free valet parking for all. The night is 21 and up. For more information, visit wildgoosechase.events/clue-2022.

Oct. 22 – Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Bill Wilson, the Pulse’s own Mr. Murfreesboro, is the emcee for this year’s Walk. Join the fight to end Alzheimer’s at Gateway Island in Murfreesboro (1875 W. College St.). On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony, a mission-focused experience that signifies their solidarity in the fight against the disease. The colors of the Promise Garden flowers represent people’s connection to Alzheimer’s and their personal reasons for fighting to cure the disease. Options will be offered to participate online and in local neighborhoods. More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, a leading cause of death in the United States. To register, visit act.alz.org/rucowalk or call 800-272-3900.

Oct. 22 – Fall Festival at McKnight Park
The Fall Festival at McKnight Park (120 Dejarnette Ln.) features food trucks, artisans, trick-or-treating, face painting, free inflatables and more on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. The festival is free to attend. For more information, find 2nd Annual Fall Festival on Eventbrite.

Oct. 22 – Panther Creek Brews Movie Night Takeover
Join Panther Creek Brews for a Movie Night Takeover on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m., at Jackson Heights Shopping Center (810 NW Broad St.). Tickets are $20 and include admission to watch Ghostbusters on the big screen and two drink tickets. For more information, find Panther Creek Brews on Facebook.

Oct. 22 & 23 – Artillery Saves the Day
On Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22–23, visitors are invited to experience the power of Civil War artillery while exploring the key role the big guns of the Union Army of the Cumberland played in making the Battle of Stones River a Union victory (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.). Programs are offered at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, and at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23. On Saturday, at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., the Home Sweet Home Band presents a concert featuring songs from the Civil War period. For more information, find Stones River National Battlefield on Facebook.

Oct. 25 – Nature Journaling at the Wilderness Station
Enjoy a relaxing time of nature journaling at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) on Tuesday, Oct. 25, from 9–10 a.m. Take a short hike to enjoy the changes of the season. This is a time to slow down and capture an observation through drawing, painting or your choice of artistic expression. This is a beginner’s class. Please bring a notebook or journal. Ages 18 and up are welcome. There is no cost to join. For more information, call 615-217-3017 or email lrosser@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 25 – Trick-Or-Treat on Greek Row
The Middle Tennessee State University Panhellenic Council will host Trick-Or-Treat on the Row on Tuesday, Oct. 25. Children ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat on MTSU’s Greek Row from 5 to 7 p.m. that evening. This event is free and open to the public; all from the Murfreesboro community are welcome. Parking will be located directly across from Greek Row in the Rutherford Lot.

Oct. 27 – Firefly Supper
Doors of Hope will hold its annual Firefly Supper at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Copper Ridge Venue (3597 Betty Ford Rd.). Doors of Hope provides emergency shelter and transitional housing for women. For event tickets, sponsorship details and more information, email wrandolph@opendoorsofhope.org or visit opendoorsofhope.org.

Oct. 28 – Spooky Splash at Patterson Park Pool
Hit the pool for a spooky fun time at Patterson Indoor Water (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) on Friday, Oct. 28, from 5–8 p.m. Enjoy swimming, crafting, dinner and a pudding surprise. Make sure you are ready to find what might be hiding in the pudding, and leave your mark on a T-shirt. Bring a white T-shirt to tie dye. Ages 8–14 are welcome. The cost to join is $5 for pre-registration and $7 the day of the event. For more information, call 615-893-7439 or email cstafford@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 28 – Adult & Teen Challenge Banquet
The Adult & Teen Challenge Heartland Banquet takes place Friday, Oct. 28 at 6:30 p.m., at Turning Point Church (1033 Barfield Church Rd.). Tables can be sponsored for $500. There will be giveaways at the banquet, and a lucky attendee will receive a brand-new, 70-inch UHD Android flat-screen TV. If a business sponsors a table that seats seven they will be recognized at the banquet and allowed to put their business cards or flyers on the seats. This is a great networking event. For more information or to reserve a table, visit atctn.org, call 615-624-7878 or email gene@atctn.org.

Oct. 28 – Trick-or-Treat with MTSU Basketball
Prior to the MTSU women’s basketball game on Friday, Oct. 28, MTSU and Blue Raider Sports Properties invites young Blue Raider fans to trick-or-treat inside the Murphy Center. Trick-or-treating begins at 4:30 p.m. and then the MTSU women’s team tips off against Christian Brothers University at 6 p.m.

Oct 28 & 29 – Rocky Horror Picture Show
The cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show will be screened Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28 and 29, at 8:30 p.m. at Mayday Brewery (521 Old Salem Rd.). The movie will include a shadow cast production for those wishing to participate. There are a limited number of prop bags for sale at the door. The costume contest will be held at 9 p.m., with doors opening at 8:30 p.m. The movie starts at 10 p.m. For more information, find Mayday Brewery on Facebook.

Oct. 29 – Fall into Wine
The Epsilon Psi Foundation of Iota Phi Lambda Sorority hosts a “Fall into Wine” Tasting Event on Saturday, Oct. 29. The fun is from 7–11 p.m. at the Grove at Williamson Place (3250 Wilkinson Pk.). The night consists of food, live music, silent auctions, a cigar tent, vendors, and wine and spirits. The price of admission includes food, entertainment and a select wine tasting. All proceeds support the Forming Innovative Leaders and Scholars Foundation (FILS). For more information, find Fall Into Wine 2022 on Eventbrite.

Oct. 29 – Cannonsburgh Village Halloween Festival
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween? Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) has just the thing for all ages. Come out to the Halloween Festival for trick-or-treating, food trucks, vendors, music and more from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. On top of it all, there is Scaryoke, so bring your best, or worst, singing voice and have a spooky good time. The wearing of costumes is encouraged but not required. Entry is free and leashed pets are welcome. For more information, find Cannonsburgh Village on Facebook.

Oct. 29 – Cannon County Pumpkin Festival
The Cannon County Courthouse (200 W. Main St., Woodbury) presents its Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Immerse the family in pumpkins, handmade craft booths, trick-or-treating, food trucks, games, contests and more. The festival is free to attend. For more information, find Cannon County Pumpkin Festival on Facebook.

Oct. 31 – Community Fall Festival at PPCC
What are you doing for Halloween? Join Patterson Park (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.) for free games, food, prizes, and crafts for the whole family on Monday, Oct. 31, from 5–7 p.m. Ages 8–12 are welcome. There is no cost to join. For more information, call 615-893-7439 ext. 6121 or email cellis@murfreesborotn.gov.

Oct. 31 – Trick or Treat on the Historic Square
Little ghosts and goblins are invited to trick-or-treat on the Historic Courthouse Square from 3–5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31. The event is sponsored by Main Street Murfreesboro and made possible by generous local businesses. For more info, call 615-895-1887.

Through Nov. 15 – Outdoor Sculpture Competition
The Arts Center of Cannon County and Chinkapin Craftstead are excited to announce an outdoor sculpture competition. Proposals are being accepted from Tennessee-based artists through Tuesday, Nov. 15. Designs should focus on indigenous animals and/or plants. A panel of judges from the local government and the two arts organizations choose the winning submission. The new work will be sited in Woodbury. This project is a continuation of the public art effort begun with the Doolittle Road turtle sculpture, designed and fabricated by Bret MacFadyen, and the colorful Main Street Mural drawn and painted by Noah Church. The winner will be announced Thursday, Dec. 15. The installation must be completed by Wednesday, May 31, 2023. Email submissions to artscenter@artscenterofcc.com or mail to Beth McCrary, The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Hwy., Woodbury.

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.

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 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 – Corn Hole Tournament
Cedar Glade Brews (906 Ridgely Rd.) hosts a corn hole tournament every Wednesday starting at 6 p.m. There is a $5 buy-in per person. No advance registration is required; show up, network, make new friends and play some corn hole. For more information, visit cedargladebrews.com or find Cedar Glade Brews on Facebook.

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 looking to get out to 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.

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 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.