Ten of the 56 children cast in The Theatre at Patterson Park’s production of Charlotte’s Web were on hand to perform at the grand opening of Barnes & Noble in the Avenue on Tuesday, Oct.16.

Murfreesboro City Mayor Tommy Bragg was on hand for the store’s ribbon cutting and the performance. Pictured left to right are Samantha Laubacher, Hannah Tribble, Michela Jernigan, Hannah Algood, Melinda Lewis, Caroline Tuma, Emily Conley, Alan Adams, Alexandra Connell, and Julia Walsh. Back row: the play’s director, George W. Manus Jr., and Mayor Bragg.

Charlotte’s Web will run Friday, Nov. 16, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 18, at 2 p.m. The Theatre at Patterson Park is located at 521 Mercury Blvd. For more information, call 893-7439, ext. 33 or visit murfreesborotn.gov.