Throughout Feb. – MTSU Celebrates Black History Month
MTSU celebrates African-American voting rights during Black History Month highlighting the struggle to obtain, maintain and promote the right to vote as a part of the 2020 observance of Black History Month.

• “Always in Season,” an award-winning documentary about the historical relevance of lynching in America, will be shown at 12:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, in the Tennessee Room of the James Union Building. The film’s producer, Jacqueline Olive, will be on hand for a question-and-answer session after the viewing.

• Wanda Lloyd, founding executive director of the Freedom Forum Diversity Institute and veteran newspaper executive, will speak at 2:20 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, in the Parliamentary Room of the Student Union. Her talk, titled “From Jim Crow to Journalism,” is sponsored by MTSU’s John Seigenthaler Chair of Excellence in First Amendment Studies.

• Sekou Franklin, an associate professor of political science and international affairs, will speak about “Election Protection and Voting Rights in the 2020 Election” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, in Room S118 of the Business and Aerospace Building.

• Leah Lyons, interim associate dean of the College of Liberal Arts and a professor of French, will be honored with the annual John Pleas Faculty Award at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, in the Sam H. Ingram Building, 2269 Middle Tennessee Blvd. in Murfreesboro.

• The traditional Unity Luncheon, a celebration of “unsung heroes” in the local African American community, is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, in the Student Union Ballroom. Yanika Smith-Bartley, vice president and special counsel of Nashville-based Asurion, a privately held insurance company, will deliver the address.

• Nicola Buccola, founding director of the Frederick Douglass Forum on Law, Rights and Justice at Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon, will lecture on “Frederick Douglass’ Plea for Free Speech and Open Inquiry” at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, in the Tennessee Room of the James Union Building.

• Angela Rye, chief executive officer of Washington, D.C.-based political advocacy firm IMPACT Strategies, will deliver the Black History Month keynote address at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, in the Tennessee Room of the James Union Building. In addition to her lobbying work, Rye is a political commentator for CNN and political analyst for NPR. She serves on the boards of the Congressional Black Caucus Institute and the Congressional Black Caucus Political Action Committee.

• Sekou Franklin also will facilitate “Healing Justice and Legal Redress with the Free Hearts Organization: A Fee Waiver Clinic to Resolve Fees, Debts, and Fines for Formerly Incarcerated Persons,” an all-day event, Thursday, Feb. 27, at Walnut House (116 N. Walnut St.).

All events, with the exception of the Unity Luncheon, are free of charge. For more information, visit mtsu.edu/aahm or contact 615-898-5812 or daniel.green@mtsu.edu.

Throughout Feb. – Ice Skating at World Outreach Church
Skate the night away with family and friends at World Outreach Church (1921 State Hwy. 99). Admission is free, but anyone on the ice is required to fill out a waiver before participating. Anyone under 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or legal guardian. For the full schedule and rules, visit wochurch.org/ice-skating-wocskate.

Feb. 5–8 – Winter Shakespeare—Macbeth
Step into an unforgiving, post-apocalyptic world with a powerful take on one of Shakespeare’s most popular tragedies telling the tale of prophecy, murder, madness, and an unrelenting quest for power at MTSU’s Tucker Theatre (615 Champion Way) Feb. 5–8. Admission charged. For a schedule and tickets, visit nashvilleshakes.org/winter-shakespeare.

Feb. 5 & 19 – Raptor Rhapsody
Have you ever looked an owl in the eye, glared at a red-tailed hawk up close, or checked out a falcon’s wings? Get up close and personal with a live bird of prey and learn about these master predators of the sky Wednesdays, Feb. 5 and 19, at 4 p.m. at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park. All ages are welcome; admission is free. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 6 – Valentine Frog Jugs
Make a Valentine jug that holds all your valentines at the Valentine Frog Jugs for Kids. This painted milk jug turns into a very special frog when participants are done, crown and all. All supplies are provided. Call and register to save your spot. Ages 5–17 are welcome, and space is limited. The activity is at Gateway Island (1875 W College St.) on Thursday, Feb. 6, from 4:30–6 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information, contact 615-893-2141 or aacla@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 6 & 20 – Sensory Night at Bradley Academy
Sensory stations are tools that help children to meet their sensory needs. They open the door for free play, allowing children to engage in sensory activity which is imperative for their longtime learning and health. The entire family can tour Bradley Academy Museum & Cultural Center (415 S. Academy St.). throughout the night. Ages 8–13 are welcome Thursday, Feb. 6, from 6–8 p.m. For more information, contact 615-962-8773 or apratt@murfreesborotn.gov. Ages 14–22 are welcome Thursday, Feb. 20, from 6–8 p.m. For more information contact 615-962-8773 or vstembridge@murfreesborotn.gov. Admission is free for kids and $4 per adult.

Feb. 7 – Under 1 Roof
Organizers will bring many different artists “Under 1 Roof” once again with a night for those 21 and up to enjoy some of the best artists Tennessee has to offer in poetry, comedy and music. The performances begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, at The Warehouse (730-A Middle Tenn. Blvd., Ste. 14). The featured visual artist is Meagan Armes alongside DJ Derrick F. Peppers Jr. Tickets are available for $10 on Eventbrite. For more information, call 615-278-9022, or find the event on Facebook.

Feb. 8 – New Beginnings Women’s Event
Join 94FM The Fish and Cherie Jobe for New Beginnings 2020 – Renew|Restore|Refresh on Saturday, Feb. 8, at New Vision Baptist Church (1750 N. Thompson Ln.). This year’s featured speaker is author, Bible teacher and TV host Sheila Walsh. Jobe speaks to thousands of women annually encouraging, giving hope and helping each person come to terms with life’s ups and downs. Tickets available at cheriejobe.com under “New Beginnings.”

Feb. 8 – Murfreesboro Anime & Comic Kon
The League of Impossibilists have gotten a tip that The Supreme Cultist is planning an imminent attack in Murfreesboro. The League shows up to thwart his villainous plans at the DoubleTree Hotel (1850 Old Fort Pkwy.) Saturday, Feb. 8, from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. For more information on the Murfreesboro Anime & Comic Kon, call 615-895-5555 or find the event on Facebook.

Feb. 8 – Nature Programs at the Wilderness Station
The Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) hosts a variety of wildlife programs on Saturday, Feb. 8. Get up close and personal with a live bird of prey and learn about master predators of the sky at raptor presentations. All ages are welcome for hawk and owl presentations at 10:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. A photo op with the birds will be at 2 p.m. Learn about the underappreciated turkey vultures and what we can do to help them Saturday, Feb. 8, from 12:30–1:15 p.m. All are welcome. Then, introduce yourself to the world of snakes from 5–6 p.m. This program covers the natural history of snakes as they entered the new world and populated the Southeast. Get a chance to see a live snake up close. Ages 10 and up are welcome at this program. Admission is free for all programs. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or dthomas@murfreesborotn.gov or efann@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 8 – Teddy Bear Valentine Tea
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Teddy Bear Tea while dressing in your Valentine attire and enjoying refreshments and a themed craft. Ages 4–10 are invited Saturday, Feb. 8, from 1–2:30 p.m. at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.). Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 615-890-0355.

Feb. 9 – Tennessee Renaissance Fest Auditions
Auditions for the Tennessee Renaissance Festival are Sunday, Feb. 9, at Patterson Park Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.) beginning at 1 p.m. Bring your resume and headshot, a government issued photo ID, your vehicle information and tag number for your vehicle. Wear comfortable clothing for movement. The session lasts approximately four hours. Prepare a 1-to-2-minute monologue and 16 bars (30 seconds) of an a cappella song and prepare for group improvisation. Instruments are welcome if you are a musician. For questions, contact 615-395-9950, drojahn@isaacfawlkes.com or tnrenfest@mac.com, or visit tnrenfest.com.

Feb. 9 – Looking Back on the Past
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority, Inc. Epsilon Psi Chapter invites the public to look back at the past Sunday, Feb. 9, at 4 p.m. at Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center (415 S. Academy St.). Guest speakers Madelyn Scales-Harris, vice mayor of Murfreesboro, and Katie Wilson, president of the NAACP Murfreesboro branch, welcome a display of books by local authors, artists and poets, and a performance by the Sankofa African Drum and Dance Company. Light refreshments are served. For more information, find the event on Eventbrite.

Feb. 10 – County Schools Town Hall Meeting
Rutherford County Schools host a Town Hall meeting at Rocky Fork Middle School (100 Thunderstorm Ln., Smyrna) at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 10, for all parents in Rutherford County covering all grade levels. To help ensure a great future for your child’s education, director of schools Bill Spurlock holds a panel discussion with industry partners and education specialists to talk about opportunities for students and to answer questions from parents. Send any questions in advance to evansj@rcschools.net to be answered at the Town Hall meeting.

Feb. 11 – Business After Hours
Business After Hours, presented by and held at Lanes, Trains & Automobiles Entertainment Depot (450 Butler Dr.), is Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. This informal, social networking event is designed to connect guests with business professionals from across Rutherford County. Bring plenty of business cards. Admission is $10 for members and $20 for future members. No registration is required. For more information, visit web.rutherfordchamber.org/events.

Feb. 11 – The Hoppening at Hop Springs
Hop Springs Beer Park (6790 John Bragg Hwy.) hosts an art show the second Tuesday of every month from 5–9 p.m. featuring local artists, a drink-and-draw and a sip-and-color featuring custom coloring pages along with karaoke from 7–9 p.m. For more information, contact worldofwoohoo@gmail.com or visit hopspringstn.com.

Feb. 12 – February Living Sent Murfreesboro
You’re invited to the February Living Sent Murfreesboro meeting Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m. (and the second Wednesday of every month). Carol Ghattas speaks on “Knowing Your Muslim Neighbor” in February. Ghattas has more than 30 years of experience living and working in Muslim communities in Africa, the Middle East and around the world. Wayne Burns, owner and founder of Fortified Fitness, shares his God story. A free lunch is sponsored by Momentum Seminars. For more information, visit livingsentministries.org or contact bob.williams@alhambrapartners.com.

Feb. 12 – Rutherford Cable February Breakfast Meeting
The February Breakfast Meeting features “Stupid Mistakes Even Smart Women Make” with Kathleen Rich-New. Working at all levels of human resources and as an executive coach, Rich-New has seen mistakes that have ruined careers and ended in firings. She has also helped guide others to recover from mistakes and use the experience to become more valuable and earn stronger reputations. Learn to recognize some mistakes before you make them and how to recover faster. The DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton Murfreesboro (1850 Old Fort Pkwy.) welcomes guests Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 7:15–9 a.m. Register in advance and find more information at cablemembershipdirectory.wildapricot.org/event-3564362 or contact yourrutherfordcable@gmail.com.

Feb. 13 – Good Grief
Good Grief is an interactive group workshop through The McKnight Advisory Group that provides techniques and resources to honor your loved ones while moving forward in a healthy and constructive way. Topics on Thursday, Feb. 13, include The Good Grief Journey, Expressions of Grief, The Importance of Comfort and Moving Forward from 6–8 p.m. at the Social Exchange (224 W. Main St.). Tickets are $10 at the door. Steve and Jill Grossman, a husband and wife team of certified pastoral counselors from Smyrna, focus on grief processing. They are joined by Karen and Maizy, a therapy dog team out of Arrington. For more information, contact 615-895-8574 or contactus@mcknightadvisory.com.

Feb. 13 – “Love Birds” Painting Class
Adults can paint a pair of love birds swinging on a perch as a great gift or just for a fun night on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 6–8 p.m. at Gateway Island (1875 W College St.). Materials are provided. Call and register to save your spot; space is limited. The fee is $20. For more information, contact 615-893-2141 or aacla@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 13 – Senior Tea
A senior Valentine’s tea for ages 50 and up offers a Valentine’s Day-themed tea while learning more about Valentine’s Day customs and high and low tea on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 2–3:30 p.m. at Cannonsburgh Village, (312 S. Front St.). Participants also take home a treat. Spaces are limited, so call early for reservations. Admission is $2.50. For more information, call 615-890-0355.

Feb. 13 – Tennessee Valley Winds at MTSU
Join the Tennessee Valley Winds for a free concert as part of the Tennessee Wind Band Conference at the MTSU Wright Music Hall (1439 Faulkinberry Dr.) on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 8–10 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, find the event on Facebook.

Feb. 13-16 – Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Jr.
Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, this play is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. The show runs Thursday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 16 at 2 p.m. at the Washington Theatre at Patterson Park Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.). Tickets are $10. For more information, visit ticketpeak.com, or contact 615-893-7439 ext. 6104, or shicks@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 14 – Boro Art Crawl
The Boro Art Crawl is a free event in businesses in and around downtown Murfreesboro that takes place the second Friday of every even month from 6–9 p.m. Local artists show their work in businesses throughout the Historic Downtown Murfreesboro who want to help support the artists. View the Boro Art Crawl Map here.

Feb. 14 – Married Couples Valentine Dinner
Married couples are invited to join the Murfreesboro Family Worship Center for a night of fun and celebration of love at The Grove at Williamson Place (3250 Wilkinson Pk.) Friday, Feb. 14, from 6–9 p.m. Cost is $40 per couple and includes catering from Demos’, games and prizes. Dress is semi-formal to formal. For more information, find the event on Facebook.

Feb. 14 – Charity Circle Valentine Luncheon
Spend your Valentine’s Day on Main Street with friends at Charity Circle’s newest party, the Ladies Valentine Luncheon, Friday, Feb. 14, from 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Parties at the Willson/Huddleston home are a Charity Circle tradition. Ellen grew up in this home where her mother Kay Huddleston was a true hostess to all. The 1921, white brick Colonial Revival positioned on the corner of Main Street and Cherry Lane is a landmark home for Murfreesboro’s historic district. The Ladies Valentine Luncheon benefits Charity Circle, a women’s organization whose fundraising efforts support the basic health and welfare needs of families in Rutherford County. In 2018, the organization distributed more than $432,000 to 36 local agencies. For more information and to make reservations for Ladies Valentine Luncheon, email sant340@comcast.net. For more information about Charity Circle, visit charitycirclemboro.com.

Feb. 14 – Victorian Valentine Homeschool Day
The Historic Sam Davis Home (1399 Sam Davis Rd.) offers a fun morning learning about Victorian Valentine’s Day traditions from 10–11:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, while making paper flowers and Victorian Valentines while trying a popular 19th century dance. Admission is $8 per student. For more information, call 615-459-2341 or visit samdavishome.org.

Feb 14 – Love Songs from the ’70s and ’80s
The accomplished musicians and vocalists in Live from Ventura Boulevard have traveled the world over with the likes of Kenny Loggins, Carrie Underwood, Peter Cetera, Christopher Cross and more. The band will present authentic performances of classic songs that reigned on the charts from 1975–85 at Hop Springs Beer Park (6790 John Bragg Hwy.) on Friday, Feb. 14, from 7:30–10:30 p.m. For more information, call 615-628-8776 or find the event on Facebook.

Feb. 14 and 15 – TMSAA Basketball Tournament
The Tennessee Middle School Athletic Association State Basketball Championship is Feb. 14 and 15 at the MTSU Murphy Center (2650 Middle Tennessee Blvd.). For more information, visit tmsaa.tssaa.org.

Feb. 14 – Sweetheart Dance
Ages 60 and up are invited to the St. Clair Senior Center (325 St Clair St.) for the Sweetheart Dance on Friday, Feb. 14, from 6–9 p.m. Bring your sweetheart and dance the night away (light refreshments served). Tickets are $5 at the door. For more information, contact 615-848-2550 or kherod@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 15 – Radnor Lake Hike
Explore Tennessee’s amazing state park system at Radnor Lake (1160 Otter Creek Rd, Nashville). The 3-mile trail wanders along the lake and through a wilderness area with a moderate hike, climbing a short distance upward along the rolling hills. Experience the wonderful wildlife in Davidson County. Ages 12 and up are welcome (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). Meet at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15. The fee is $10. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or efann@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 15 – Valentine Sweetheart Dance
The Smyrna Lions Club celebrates Valentine’s Day on Saturday, Feb. 15, with the 22nd Sweetheart Dance at the Smyrna Event Center (100 Sam Ridley Pkwy. E., Smyrna). This year’s theme is Vegas Nashville Style, with cocktail attire recommended but not required. From 6:30–8 p.m., enjoy featured cocktails, appetizers and a silent auction. Dinner begins at 8 p.m. followed by DJ Dancing. The cost is $150 per couple or $90 per person. Contact the Smyrna Lions Club via Facebook Messenger or send payment to P.O. Box 12; Smyrna, TN 37167. Don’t forget to include your name, the number of people in your party, and the names of anyone you would like to share a table with. Minimum age is 21.

Feb. 16 – Hop Springs BYOP Disc Golf
Prodigy and FlyinColors Disc Golf team up to bring Hop Springs’s first bring-your-own-partner doubles event on Sunday, Feb. 16, at Hop Springs Beer Park (6790 John Bragg Hwy.) from 7 a.m.–6 p.m. This is a non-sanctioned event, and $5 per each player benefits the Hop Springs course fund. Lunch is available for $10 and includes a BBQ sandwich, chips, cookie and a glass of a Steel Barrel-brand beer on tap. For more information, call 615-628-8776 or visit discgolfscene.com.

Feb. 19 – Potluck Lunch and Learn at Cannonsburgh
Learn about Victorian customs while enjoying a potluck lunch followed by a creative project from the era. Limited seating is available. Admission is a potluck lunch item to share; adults and seniors can attend Thursday, Feb. 19, at 1 p.m. at Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) Call 615-890-0355 to reserve your seat.

Feb. 20 – The Connection
Local small business owners will gather for The Connection: An Evening of Professional Networking and Business Brainstorming from 5–7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, at Milano II (114 E. College St.). All Middle Tennessee entrepreneurs and professionals are welcome to attend this casual, free, no-obligation event, where they can meet other small business owners and tap into one another’s experience and energy. A discussion will encourage participation from those in attendance, asking them to articulate their vision for their business and calling for examples of some of the business challenges and solutions they are experiencing. The series will continue the third Thursday of each month.

Feb. 22 – Bridal Pop-up Market at Oaklands
In conjunction with the Wedding Dresses Through the Decades Exhibit, Oaklands hosts a Bridal Market on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Cottage at Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) from 1–4 p.m. If you are planning a wedding or are newly engaged, this is a fun way to kick off your bridal plans. Spend time walking through the vintage dresses and visit booths filled with goods and services for your special day. Tickets are $10 per person and can be pre-purchased at oaklandsmansion.org. Pick up unique and fun gifts for your wedding. See over 140 years of fashion history through wedding dresses, photos and stories told by the brides. Purchase tickets in the museum gift shop or in advance at oaklandsmansion.org. For more information, contact 615-893-0022 or mb@oaklandsmansion.org.

Feb. 22 – Meet the Animals
Get a closer look at Wilbur the Possum and Cooper the Screech Owl on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 10 a.m. at the Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.). Learn about all of the education animals and their natural history. All ages are welcome; admission is free. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or hmeyer@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 28 – Fish Fry
Come out for all-you-can-eat, fried, blackened or baked fish and all the fixings alongside dessert and refreshments on Fridays, Feb. 28–April 3, at Saint Rose of Lima School (1601 N. Tenn. Blvd.) from 5–7 p.m. The meal, organized by Knights of Columbus, supports a different local organization each week. Carryout options are available. Prices are $10 for adults, $5 for kids and ages 4 and under are free. The organization benefiting from the Feb. 28 event is Habitat for Humanity. For more information, visit saintrose.org or contact Matt Owens at 615-956-9544.

Feb. 29 – Mardi Paws
Join the Purple Paws Fifth Annual Mardi Paws on Saturday, Feb. 29, from 6–10 p.m., for its signature event to raise money for Middle Tennessee animal rescues and spay/neuter programs. This year’s gala features a buffet-style dinner from Puckett’s, along with wine, custom-brewed thematic beer from the Mid-State Brewsters and a signature Purple Paws cocktail at The Grove (3250 Wilkinson Pk.). Participate in a wine pull and scavenger hunt and party with Mid-South Mobile DJs while you capture memories in a free photo booth. Cocktail attire is requested but not required. For more information, find the event on Facebook and Eventbrite, or contact 615-427-5084 or cheryllisi@comcast.net.

Feb. 29 – Black History Month Triumph Awards
Murfreesboro has a long history of generating noteworthy and remarkable people that become bold and enterprising examples for each generation. Join Patterson Park Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.) as they tie the connection between the longstanding community heroes and the up-and-coming influential leaders by recognizing both on Saturday, Feb. 29, at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, contact 615-893-7439 or cellis@murfreesborotn.gov.

Feb. 29 – Camp of Instruction
Most of the nearly four million soldiers who fought the Civil War had no military experience before they joined their army. Visitors of all ages can watch as park staff and volunteers train to fire cannons and spend some time learning the drill for themselves at Camp of Instruction—Artillery at Stones River National Battlefield. Cannon firings are done intermittently between 11–3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 29. Admission is free. For more information, visit nps.gov/stri or call 615-893-9501.

Through March 1 – Wedding Dresses Through the Decades
Stories of the community come to life through wedding gowns on display at Oaklands Mansion (900 N. Maney Ave.) Jan. 17–March 1. Explore women’s fashion, cultural and community history. Over 50 gowns are on loan and exhibited, most for the first time. Witness vintage gowns from the last 100 years along with brides’ photos and stories from their wedding day. Witness wedding-ring quilts on loan from members of the community as well. The exhibit is open daily Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sunday from 1–4 p.m. Admission to the exhibit is $10 per person and is open to the public. For more information, contact 615-893-0022 or mb@oaklandsmansion.org.

Mondays – Adult Recreational Volleyball League
The Recreation Department offers recreational volleyball for players ages 16 and up who are out to have fun. The league plays at Patterson Park (521 Mercury Blvd.) on Monday nights in a laid-back atmosphere. Teams and individuals without a team are welcome. Games begin at 6, 7 and 8 p.m. each Monday. $4 per player per visit. For more information, contact 615-907-2251 or shull@murfreesborotn.gov.

Mondays – Recovery in the Filling Station
Celebrate Recovery in the Filling Station (North Boulevard Church of Christ, 1112 N. Rutherford Blvd.) every Monday evening with dinner at 6 p.m. ($2), praise time at 7 p.m. and a small share group at 8 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome. This is a Biblical and balanced program that helps people overcome life’s hurts, habits and hang-ups in a confidential and secure setting. For more information, contact 615-631-2640 or tholt@nblvd.org.

Tuesdays – Water Polo
Are you looking for a unique way to get an intense workout? Come play water polo on Tuesday nights. This is for swimmers age 13 and up who are comfortable in the deep end of the pool. Games begin at 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Sports*Com Indoor Pool (2310 Memorial Blvd.). $4 per player. For more information, contact 615-895-5040 or csaffel@murfreesborotn.gov.

Tuesdays – Heart of Tennessee Toastmasters
The Heart of Tennessee Toastmasters is an international organization devoted to helping others advance their communication and leadership skills. Through participation in a variety of roles at each meeting, learn better listening skills, critical thinking, goal setting and public speaking. Meet at 7 p.m. on the second, fourth and fifth Tuesdays of each month at Linebaugh Public Library board room (105 W. Vine St.). For more information, visit heartoftennessee.toastmastersclubs.org.

Wednesdays – Boro2Square Runners
Boro2Square Runners is a running group for individuals interested in running and socializing with other runners. Weekly runs begin at 6 p.m. each Wednesday, starting from the Boulevard Bar and Grill, 2154 Middle Tennessee Blvd. Distances covered are 3–5 miles, with runners of all paces welcome to participate. For more information, visit facebook.com/boro2square.

Wednesdays – Wild Things
Welcome to the Wilderness! Introduce your child (ages 1–4 years old) to the wonders of nature in this fun-filled class Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. at the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.). Each week the adventure starts with unique songs and a discussion about the animal of the week. Learn about the topics with a simple craft and a nature hike or fun activity each Wednesday while learning about the wonderful, wacky wildlife that lives in Tennessee. Registration is required. Please call the Tuesday before class to register. Admission is $3. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or hmeyer@murfreesborotn.gov.

Wednesdays – Writers Group
The Murfreesboro Writers Group, comprised of local writers who seek to improve their work through mutual critique, meets every Wednesday at Linebaugh Library (105 W. Vine St.) from 6–8 p.m. You might hear science fiction, poetry, alternate reality, memoir, fantasy, mystery, literary fiction, or beyond. For more information, find Murfreesboro Writers Group on Facebook, email sayhello@murfreesborowritersgroup.com, call 615-893-4131 or visit rclstn.org.

Thursdays – Chess Club
The Murfreesboro Chess Club meets each Thursday at 6 p.m. at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church (907 E. Main St.). Chess players of all levels are invited to come meet and play against other local chess enthusiasts. For more information, call 615-713-9256 or email murfreesborochess@gmail.com.

Saturdays – Animal Encounters
Join the Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park (401 Volunteer Rd.) Saturdays at 1:30 p.m. for a short program introducing one of the education animals, their cool adaptations and natural history. All ages are welcome. Admission is free. For more information, contact 615-217-3017 or outdoormurfreesboro@murfreesborotn.gov.

Saturdays – Historical Society Opens Ransom School
The Rutherford County Historical Society invites everyone to visit Ransom School (717 N. Academy St.) Saturday mornings from 9 a.m.–noon to discuss history over a cup of coffee. Bring old photos and memorabilia, and leave with a better understanding of, and appreciation for, your past. Volunteers needed. For more information, visit rutherfordtnhistory.org.

Saturdays and Sundays – Black History Month Ranger Talks
Join rangers at Stones River National Battlefield (3501 Old Nashville Hwy.) Saturdays and Sundays in February as they share a 30-minute talk exploring one of the many ways African-American stories are connected to the park’s landscapes. Programs begin at the park visitor center from 2–2:30 p.m. For more information, call 615-893-9501.

Sundays – Americana Sundays at Hop Springs
Enjoy live music, craft beer, food truck, wood fire pizza, cornhole, disk golf and 83 acres of nature each week at Americana Sunday at Hop Springs Beer Park (6790 John Bragg Hwy.). Musicians are welcome to participate in the open bluegrass/Americana jam from 2–3:30 p.m. and open blues/rock/Americana jam from 3:30–6:30 p.m. Dogs are also welcome, as are all ages, and family fun is free every weekend.

Ongoing – Alcoholics Anonymous
If you want to drink,
that’s your business.
If you want to stop,
we can help.
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Ongoing – Al-Anon
Attend Al-Anon meetings, a fellowship program for the families and friends of alcoholics, weekly at 435 S. Molloy Ave. (off of Bridge Ave.). Meeting times include 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sundays; 6:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; and noon on Saturdays. For more information, contact 270-293-5201.

Ongoing – Adult Softball League Registration
Get your softball team ready for the 2020 season. The Murfreesboro Spring Adult Softball League is designed for adults, 18 years of age and older, to compete against other players. Both men’s and women’s divisions will be offered. Players without a team may contact the organizers to be placed on the free agent list. The fee is $550 per team. A coaches’ meeting will be at 2 p.m. on Feb. 23 at the McFadden Community Center Gym (211 Bridge Ave.). For more information, contact 615-907-2251 or shull@murfreesborotn.gov.