Dec. 4 – TPO Christmas Concert
The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra presents its annual Christmas Concert, a tradition in Middle Tennessee, conducted by Terry Jolley and featuring the TPO Chorus, on Thursday, Dec. 4, at Belle Aire Baptist Church (1307 N. Rutherford Blvd.). For tickets and more information on the Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra, visit tnphil.org.

Dec. 5 – Rutherford County Christmas Tree Lighting
On Friday, Dec. 5, gather around the historic Rutherford County Courthouse for the annual lighting of the Rutherford County Christmas tree. Parking in the Public Square will be closed at 5 p.m.; free parking is available at the Civic Plaza and County Judicial parking garages. Beginning at 6 p.m., enjoy free activities around the courthouse (crafts, free hot cocoa and small games), carriage rides for purchase and choirs performing around the square. Stage performances featuring School of Rock student rock bands, Rutherford County and Murfreesboro City School Elementary Choir, Center for the Arts performers and The Dancer’s School begin at 6:30. Performers will then welcome Santa onstage and turn on the lights for the Christmas tree. Afterwards, from 7:30–8:30 p.m., activities will continue around the courthouse such as carriage rides, more choir performances, and free pictures inside the courthouse with Santa. For more information, visit mainstreetmurfreesboro.org/celebrate-christmas-downtown or call 615-895-1887.

Dec. 5 – Legal Aid Society Open House
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee and the Cumberlands, Tennessee’s largest nonprofit law firm, hosts an open house at the Murfreesboro office (526 N. Walnut St.) from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 5. Attorneys from Legal Aid Society will be on hand to discuss the work they do to provide free legal assistance to low-income residents of Murfreesboro and the surrounding area. During the open house, the society will honor local partners, volunteers and community leaders who help ensure that every person—regardless of income—receives equal treatment under the law. Murfreesboro resident Cindy Gallaher will be recognized for her outstanding and dedicated service to expanding access to justice in the Murfreesboro community. The nonprofit law firm, which serves 48 counties, offers free civil legal representation and educational programs. RSVPs are encouraged. Expect light refreshments, a meet-and-greet with the legal team, office tours and program overviews, information about volunteer and partnership opportunities, and community networking and resource sharing. For more information, visit las.org, find the Legal Aid Society Murfreesboro Open House event on Eventbrite, follow the LASMTC Facebook page or call 615-890-0905.

Dec. 5 – Night of Possibilities
Possibility Place will present its annual Night of Possibilities fundraiser on Friday, Dec. 5, from 7–9 p.m. at Lifepoint Church Smyrna Campus (506 Legacy Dr., Smyrna). Experience the joy of Christmas while enjoying a special performance by the Pals of Possibility Place. This year’s theme is “Christmas Through the Decades.” Delicious desserts, coffee and hot chocolate will be available, and the Mistletoe Market and a silent auction will be open for Christmas shopping needs. Possibility Place seeks to provide possibilities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through job training, building friendships, and help with independent living skills and healthy lifestyle habits. For more information, visit possibilityplacetn.org/events or find Possibility Place on Facebook.

Dec. 6 – Parade of Lights
The 15th annual Parade of Lights is Saturday, Dec. 6, beginning at 5 p.m. at City Hall (5093 Murfreesboro Rd., La Vergne) and ending at Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Dr., La Vergne), where the tree lighting ceremony and fireworks show take place. This year’s theme is “T’was the Night Before Christmas.” The grand marshal is George Lancaster. All parade participants are being asked to decorate their cars, floats or signs with lights for the event, which will take place after dark. Following the parade, there will be Christmas carols, cookies, fireworks, ice skating and pictures with Santa. Get pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 6:30–8 p.m. The popular free snow rink will be back with first-come, first-served entry. Participants are allowed one hour of skate time that rotates out every hour. Skates are available for free, if needed. For more information, visit lavergnetn.gov/237, call 615-793-3224 or email events@lavergnetn.gov.

Dec. 6 – Santa at DoCo
Santa Claus visits Donut Country (1311 Memorial Blvd.) on Saturday, Dec. 6, for the annual photography and doughnuts event in partnership with Little Tots Photography. For more information, visit linktr.ee/donutcountrymurfreesboro or find Donut Country on Facebook.

Dec. 6–7 – Bethlehem Marketplace
Enjoy a free walk-through drama reenactment depicting how the village of Bethlehem may have looked the morning after Jesus’ birth at the 40th Annual Bethlehem Marketplace at Southeast Baptist Church (708 Minerva Dr.) Saturday and Sunday Dec. 6–7, from noon–5 p.m. each day. The atmosphere and surroundings take guests back 2,000 years, with characters dressed in historic costumes such as Roman soldiers, prisoners, weavers, merchants in shops, census takers and more. There will also be live camels and other animals. In years past, the presentation has drawn as many as 8,000 guests over the weekend from all across the country. There is no cost for admission, and the merchandise in the marketplace is not really for sale. No reservations are required. Tour time averages about one hour, even at times of peak crowds. Experience-goers will be entertained in the sanctuary with Christmas music from local school choirs, groups, individuals and videos while waiting their turn to enter Bethlehem. For more information, visit sebaptist.org/bethlehem-marketplace or find Bethlehem Marketplace on Facebook.

Dec. 6, 13 and 20 – Grinch Photos and Cookie Decorating at Oflow
OFLOW (Overflow – Brews & Bakes, 115 N. Maple St.) hosts photos with the Grinch and holiday cookie decorating on Saturdays Dec. 6, 13 and 20 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Decorate a cookie for $5 or 3 cookies for $10. OFLOW provides all the candies, sprinkles, and icing, and does the cleanup. If you are nice, you can get a photo with the Grinch (bonus points with the Grinch if you show him your cookie!). Enter for a chance to win a Grinch stainless steel mug with every cookie-decorating. For more information, visit overflowb.com or find Oflow (Overflow Brews and Bakes) on Facebook.

Dec. 6 and 13 – Santa Photos at the Rutherford Courthouse
Bring your kids and your camera and capture holiday memories with big jolly guy himself, Santa Claus, at the historic Rutherford County Courthouse from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturdays Dec. 6 and 13.

Dec. 7 – Winter Wonderland With A Charlie Brown Christmas
World Outreach Church (1921 New Salem Hwy.) invites the community to celebrate Christmas through a variety of festive and family-friendly events throughout the season in Murfreesboro. A Winter Wonderland featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas is set for Sunday, Dec. 7. Specifically built for children elementary age and younger, the church campus transforms into a winter wonderland experience with ice skating, snow tubing, snowball games, a live nativity, train rides, and more, beginning at 2 p.m. The WOC Teen Choir will present A Charlie Brown Christmas at 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. Admission and activities are free; all ages are welcome. For more information, visit wochurch.org/events.

Dec. 7 and 21 – Photos with Grinch
Middle Ground Brewing Co. (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.) invites the public to drop by for pizza, pints and free DIY photos with that green, Grinchy guy from 1–4 p.m. on Sundays Dec. 7 and 21.

Dec. 13 – North Pole Fest & Shopping Expo
Brianna Victory Events presents breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 13 from 8–10 a.m. followed by the North Pole Festival & Shopping Expo from 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person and includes breakfast with Santa, drinks, a picture taken with Santa (use your own camera), live music, Christmas music and a petting zoo interaction. The Mid State Cloggers Perform from 10–11 a.m. Shop from over 50 vendors, partake in the ice skating rink and Kid Zone, Christmas-themed bounce houses ($5 wristbands- play all day; or included with Breakfast with Santa ticket), face painting and a short-distance, Christmas-themed race with all proceeds ($25 race fee) donated to the Rutherford County ATLAS Program. ATLAS supports hundreds of students experiencing homelessness. Sign up at the event in person to reserve your spot. The winner of the race will win $50 Market Bucks to spend on vendors at the event. There is free parking and free admission. For more information, find the North Pole Festival & Shopping Expo event on Eventbrite and Facebook, email briannavictoryevents@gmail.com or call 931-952-0472.

Dec. 13 – Candlelight Tour of Homes
Usher in the holiday season with a special Christmastime tour of homes, featuring Oaklands Mansion dressed in all of its holiday splendor, on Saturday, Dec. 13, from 4–8 p.m. This special holiday tradition takes you through Murfreesboro’s East Main Street Historic District, to some historic homes on adjoining streets and then to Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.). Participants are welcome to drive themselves to view the houses. Free parking is also available at Oaklands Mansion and Oaklands Park. The 42nd Annual Candlelight Tour of Homes will feature several historic homes, churches and Oaklands Mansion. Murfreesboro Little Theatre members will be found throughout the mansion sharing short stories and tidbits of information about the historic structure. Oakland’s staff and board members will also be present to greet guests and further discuss the nationally registered historic site and its impact on the community. Elaine Winters and Rob Pearcy from The Home Sweet Home Band will play Christmas standards and old holiday favorites. Oaklands Museum Shop will be open for unique holiday shopping. Food trucks will be parked at Oaklands Mansion as well as a self-serve s’mores bar (weather permitting). Mrs. Claus will be sharing cookies in Maney Hall and collecting toy donations for Give a Little Christmas. Give a Little Christmas is a group of artists for community transformation who help spread Christmas magic by providing gifts for kids, focusing on families with last-minute emergencies and temporary setbacks. Also in Maney Hall, the Tennessee Valley Winds will play two 45-minute sets starting at 4 p.m. Admission is $30 per adult and $10 per student ages 6–12 (free for ages 5 and under). To inquire about including your property or more information, email events@oaklandsmansion.org, call 615-893-0022 or visit oaklandsmansion.org/candlelighttour.

Dec. 14 – Murfreesboro Christmas Parade
Save the date for the 2025 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade, scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2-4 p.m. The theme of this year’s parade is “A Sweet Christmas.” The parade starts at Middle Tennessee Boulevard and Main Street near MTSU, and ends on Walnut Street just past the Murfreesboro Public Square. Celebrate the holidays with street performances, dancing, horses and decorated business vehicles and floats. For more information, find Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation on Facebook or visit murfreesborotn.gov/2171.

Dec. 14 – Cedar Glade Classic Car Cruise-In
Shine ‘er up and drive ‘er in at the Cedar Glade Brews (906 Ridgely Rd.) classic car cruise-in on Sunday, Dec. 14, from 1–4 p.m. Car-ticipants get $3 off their tab (1 per car). Stick around for trivia at 5 p.m. There is no sign-up required and no cost to participate. For more information, visit cedargladebrews.com or find the CGB Classic Car Cruise-In event on Facebook.

Dec. 14 – Photos with Santa
Bring your Christmas list and drop by Middle Ground Brewing Co. (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.) for pizza, pints and free DIY photos with the big jolly guy himself, from 1–4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14.

Through Dec. 15 – Toys for Tots Collection
Jeff and Joann Royer, owners of Wild Birds Unlimited Murfreesboro, have partnered with the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program to help them in their efforts to collect new unwrapped toys which will be distributed to economically disadvantaged children within the local area at Christmas. The goal of the Marine Toys for Tots Program is—through the gift of a new toy—to help bring the joy of Christmas and send a message of hope to America’s disadvantaged children. Last year the Toys for Tots Program provided over 30 million toys to nearly 13 million children. Members of the community are encouraged to drop off new, unwrapped toys for children, from tots to teens, in the collection boxes positioned inside Wild Birds Unlimited at The Avenue, 2615 Medical Center Pkwy., Suite 1060. Toys will be collected daily Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. through Dec. 15. For more information, contact the retail location at 615-869-7975.

Through Dec. 15 – Tennessee Poetry Contest
The Poetry Society of Tennessee, a statewide nonprofit organization for poets and poetry lovers, seeks poetic voices for its 69th Annual Poetry Festival Contests. This year, 17 different contests and more than $1,200 in prizes are being offered. Contests explore a variety of themes and forms, including Tennessee-based topics. In addition, first-place poems are considered for the Best of Fest award and a $250 prize. Winners will be announced during the Tennessee Poetry Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026. First-place winning poems will be published in the Tennessee Voices Anthology, 2025–26, which features the best of poetry from the society’s program year. Among the contest categories is the Tennessee Voices contest, which seeks poems from Tennessee-based residents. Contest prizes are $150 for first, $100 for second and $50 for third. All three of the winning poems from this contest will be published in the anthology. Entry fees vary based on contests entered and membership status. Entries must be submitted on or before Monday, Dec. 15. Student memberships are also available. For more information, visit poetrytennessee.org/pstfestivalcontests or email poetrytennessee@gmail.com.

Dec. 16 – Boro Books and Brews Book Club
Books and Brews meets Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. at Middle Ground Brewing Company (2476 Old Fort Pkwy.). Highland Hearts Holiday Bookshop by Tricia O’Malley is the book lined up for the December discussion. Participants plan to meet before the December discussion for a holiday celebration and community food collection. For more information on the Books and Brews Book club, email rachgauger@gmail.com, visit middlegroundbrew.com or find Middle Ground Brewing Co. or the Boro Books and Brews group on Facebook.

Dec. 18–19 – Dashing Through the Snow
Welcome to the Snowflake Inn in Tinsel, Texas, where it’s Christmas 365 days a year. Written by three-member collective Jones Hope Wooten, Dashing Through the Snow follows the chaos and antics that take place in a Christmas-themed Bed and Breakfast in the Lone Star State. From affairs to family feuds to the Christmas Carol, will Trina Walcott, the owner of the B&B, survive the season? Or will more than just the halls be decked? This is a hilarious evening filled with raucous guests, family secrets and the charm of small-town Christmas, performed by Murfreesboro Little Theatre at Oaklands Mansion’s Maney Hall (900 N. Maney Ave.) Thursday and Friday, Dec. 18 and 19 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at mltarts.com and oaklandsmansion.org.

Dec. 19 – Christmas at Patterson Park
The jolly bearded guy and his sleigh will be on hand for Christmas at Patterson Park (521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.). This free community event begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 19. Enjoy ornament decorating, Christmas cookies, story time with Mrs. Claus, writing letters to Santa, character greetings, photos with Santa and more.

Dec. 20 – OFlow High Tea Party
OFLOW (115 N. Maple St.) will host a Christmas high tea party on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 1–2:30 p.m. The limited-set menu will feature nine different pastries and savories as well as fresh-brewed loose leaf tea from Music City Tea, coffee from Narrow Gate Coffee, and Taiwanese Bubble Tea. The cost is $35 per person or $20 for children between 3–8 years old, plus tax. OFLOW asks that you dress for a high tea party (semi-formal or smart casual). There will be a prize for the best-dressed. Reservations are limited. A nonrefundable $10 per-person fee is required to secure your spot. For more information, find Oflow’s Christmas High Tea Party event on Facebook or call 615-900-1676.

Dec. 20 – Family Campfire and Night Hike
The Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center staff will host an evening around the campfire at Sharp Springs Natural Area (1000 Espey Dr., fire pit located behind the Green Building) on Saturday, Dec. 20, from 6–8 p.m. for fun games, friends and yummy s’mores. The event will also include a guided hike with activities designed to increase knowledge and comfort when it comes to darkness. (Food is first-come, first-served; weather-dependent program). The cost to participate is $2 per person; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is suggested through the Community Pass. For more information, email mike.kraft@townofsmyrna.org.

Dec. 26 – 4th Friday Fun*Working
The monthly “fun working” event at Spread the Positive (906 Ridgely Rd.) is held the fourth Friday of every month from 5–7 p.m., presented by Reed and Associates of Primerica and Spread the Positive. The event is focused on shining a light on what’s going right and highlighting businesses making a positive impact in the community. Each month the event features a live podcast featuring local businesses and community leaders as well as networking and conversations, on and off the air, in and around the STP studio. There will be an on-site food truck, so grab a drink and a bite while you connect with the best in the ’Boro. For more information, find 4th Friday Fun*Working on Facebook.

Dec. 27 – Holiday Hustle Last Chance 5K
Kick off the new year with a bang at the Holiday Hustle Last Chance 5K on Saturday, Dec. 27, at 8 a.m. in Smyrna. This festive 5K run/walk welcomes participants of all ages and abilities as well as furry friends (on a leash). Every finisher will earn a medal, and there are exciting awards for the top two finishers in various age groups. The race not only promotes health and community spirit but also local causes, with proceeds benefiting youth programs and veterans’ groups such as the Tennessee Veterans Home in Murfreesboro. Pick up your race packet early on Friday, Dec. 26, from 4–7 p.m. at VFW Post 8422 (10157 Old Nashville Hwy.) or on race day starting at 7 a.m. This event is sponsored by the Stones River Marine Corps League Detachment 1158 and funds are raised to support their youth group and local veteran groups. The registration fee is $35; $40 after Saturday, Dec. 20. For more information, find the Holiday Hustle Last Chance 5K on runsignup.com.

Throughout December – La Vergne Snow Rink
The popular free snow rink will be back this winter from Dec. 6 through Dec. 30 at Veterans Memorial Park (115 Floyd Mayfield Dr., La Vergne). Entry is first-come, first-served. Participants are allowed one hour of skate time that rotates out every hour. Skates are available for free, if needed. The snow rink will be open Friday, Dec. 19 from 4–8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 20 from 2–6 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 21 from 1–4 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday Dec. 29 and 30 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. (The snow rink will not be open Friday, Dec. 13.) For complete hours and more information, visit lavergnetn.gov/678, email events@lavergnetn.gov or call 615-793-3224.

Throughout December – Free Outdoor Ice Rink at WOC
World Outreach Church (1921 New Salem Hwy.) invites the community to celebrate Christmas through a variety of festive and family-friendly events throughout the season in Murfreesboro. The ice rink is open to the public for free ice skating throughout the season through Jan. 19. Guests can enjoy hot chocolate by the fire and even watch a movie while they skate. Skates are provided, and sessions are first-come, first-served. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit wochurch.org/events.

Jan. 1 – New Year’s Day 5K
The Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation New Year’s Day 5K is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 1, at 10 a.m. at Barfield Crescent Park (697 Veterans Pkwy.). This family-friendly race is open to runners, walkers, joggers, adults, teens and children. This race is electronically timed, and every finisher receives a medal. Participants will receive a festive long-sleeved T-shirt and compete for awards for overall winners and age group winners in male and female categories. The cost to register is $30; deadline to register is Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. (or until max participants of 525 is reached). Find more information and register for the Murfreesboro New Year’s Day 5K at runsignup.com.

Mondays – Grinch-mas at DoCo
During December, that mischievous green, Grinch guy will be serving up donuts and causing a little trouble, interacting with guests and snapping photos with kids of all ages at Donut Country (1311 Memorial Blvd.), every Monday from 4–5:30 p.m.

Mondays and Tuesdays – Silly Song and Dance
Join Ms. Nicole for Silly Song and Dance Mondays and Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.). This is an exciting, high-energy program for all ages. Songs are geared for toddlers and preschoolers to stretch, dance and sing. Learn about shapes, colors, letters and numbers while singing and dancing. Adult participation is encouraged. Programs will close to new participants 10 minutes after start time. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Tuesdays – Sight Word Snack Attack
The Sight Word Snack Attack will be held at Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) on Tuesdays at 3:15 p.m. Sight Word Snack Attack is a child-focused but all-ages program that includes a snack, water, and a round of Sight Word Bingo. Afterward, participants can choose from a variety of fun sight-word games to play, such as Tales to Tails. Sight words are common words that kids recognize instantly without sounding them out. Recognizing words by sight helps kids become faster, more fluent readers. This is geared toward preschool through 3rd grade; adult participation is highly recommended. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Tuesdays – After-School Climbing Club
Join the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.) on Tuesdays Dec. 2, 9 and 16 from 4–6 p.m. to climb on the indoor rock wall and challenge yourself. Climbers must weigh at least 50 pounds and wear closed-toed shoes and clothing appropriate for climbing. The cost to participate is $2. All ages are welcome; walk-up guests are welcome. For more information, email soac.group@townofsmyrna.org or call 615-459-9710.

Wednesdays – All Ages Story Time
Come out to Smyrna Public Library (400 Enon Springs Rd. W.) for All Ages Story Time on Wednesdays from 10–11 a.m. Read stories, sing songs and play fun games to enhance early literacy. Programs will close to new participants 10 minutes after start time. For more information, visit rclstn.org/venue/smyrna-public-library or call 615-459-4884.

Wednesdays – Wild Wednesday
Join SOAC staff on Wednesdays Dec. 3, 10 and 17 at the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.) from 4:30–5:30 p.m. to discover something wild about the natural world. Meet a SOAC animal or enjoy a nature-based activity each week; weekly topics are posted on Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center social media. There is no cost to participate and all ages are welcome. For more information, email soac.group@townofsmyrna.org or call 615-459-9710.

Thursdays – After School Art Club
Join the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.) from 4:30–6 p.m. on Thursdays Dec. 11 and 18 to create some art to take home. In SOAC’s Art Club, participants will develop art skills, learn about art history and have fun. All supplies are provided. The cost to participate is $3 for members and $5 for non-members per class. Ages 7–17 years are welcome; anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is suggested through Community Pass; walk-up guests are welcome. For more information, email sam.kaviyakone@townofsmyrna.org.

Thursdays – Early Learners
Join Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center staff on Thursdays Dec. 4, 11 and 18 (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E.) for a different themed lesson geared toward introducing your young ones to a classroom setting from 10–11 a.m. or 1–2 p.m. The Early Learners program is developmentally and age-appropriate. Each lesson may involve STEAM investigations, song and motion, story time, and/or exhibit free-play. The cost to join is $2. Ages: 2–6 years old are welcome. Registration is required through Community Pass. Email soac.group@townofsmyrna.org or call 615-459-9710 for more information.

Fridays – Murfreesboro Community Chess
Murfreesboro Community Chess meets at McAlister’s Deli (2357 Medical Center Pkwy.) every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. Organizers invite those of all ages and skill levels to this casual chess meetup each week. Those attending may bring a board and a clock, but there should be plenty of supplies on hand.

Fridays – C3 Networking
C3 is an open networking group for local business professionals at Achieve Entrepreneur and CoWorking Center (1630 S. Church St.) held on Fridays from 8:30–10:30 a.m. The mission is to build relationships, connect local businesses with potential clients, support each other’s professional growth and educate people on how to participate in the local community. Complimentary coffee and snacks are provided. For more information, find Prohibition Home Brewing on Facebook.

Fridays and Saturdays – Charming Christmas at Cannonsburgh
Stroll around the beautifully decorated Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) and enjoy live entertainment, visits from Santa and more each Friday and Saturday in December from 4–8 p.m. Cost is $5 per person.

Saturdays – Historical Society Coffee & Conversation
The Rutherford County Historical Society has been preserving and promoting Murfreesboro’s local history since 1971. The RCHS aims to be a community resource for those researching their family, property or perhaps just old fun facts. The Historical Society hosts Coffee & Conversation each Saturday morning from 9 a.m.–noon at the Ransom School House Museum (717 N. Academy St.). This is a very informal, fun and informative event. Bring old photos or questions about the past to ask members, and enjoy free coffee and donuts. For more information, visit rutherfordtnhistory.org.

Ongoing – F3 Workouts
F3—which stands for fitness, fellowship and faith—holds free, outdoor, peer-led workouts for men across the country. The free weekly workout sessions welcome all men and always end with a “circle of trust,” emphasizing the group’s commitment to faith. In Murfreesboro, F3 holds workouts on the Murfreesboro Public Square at 5 a.m. on Tuesdays; at Oakland Middle School (853 Dejarnette Ln.) at 5:30 a.m. on Wednesdays; at the Murfreesboro Medical Clinic/Gateway Island parking lot (1272 Garrison Dr.) at 5 a.m. on Thursdays; and at Old Fort Park (201 Golf Ln., at the north entrance parking lot) at 6 a.m. on Saturdays. In Smyrna, F3 meets for workouts at Cedar Grove Elementary (354 Chaney Rd., Smyrna) at 5:30 a.m. on Tuesdays; at Thurman Francis Arts Academy (221 Todd Ln., Smyrna) at 5:30 a.m. on Thursdays; and at Stewarts Creek High School (301 Red Hawk Pkwy., Smyrna) at 6 a.m. on Saturdays. The group meets every week, rain or shine, hot or cold. For more information, visit f3murfreesboro.com.

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