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October, 2008

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October is FIRE PREVENTION MONTH
The American Red Cross urges families to prepare for and prevent a home fire. Alarmingly, only 26 percent of families have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape plan. Do all members of your family know where to meet if a fire strikes your home? For more Red Cross fire safety and preparedness information visit www.redcross.org/homefires or contact the Heart of Tennessee Chapter at (615) 893-4272.

image October Is Rutherford County Month
Heritage Partnership and Rutherford County
Celebrate 205th Anniversary

A time to focus on things that are uniquely Rutherford!  Note: special activities at the Rutherford County Courthouse 4:30-7:00PM on Friday, October 24, 2008. WGNS will broadcast Rutherford County historical perspectives and trivia through Christmas. If you know your local history, you could win a gift certificate from BELK’s in The Avenue of Murfreesboro.

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Daily Local Events Listed Below

(now-Nov. 1, 2008) The public is invited to the Center for the Arts (110 W. College Street; Murfreesboro) to enjoy the works of the Murfreesboro/Rutherford County Art League. This is in the gallery, and it is FREE and open to the public. For more information, phone 904-ARTS (2787).

All October TOYS FOR TOTS’ new year-round literacy initiative.  Donate age appropriate books that will be used to help this area’s most economically disadvantaged children to have direct access to books and educational resources.  This is coordinated through the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.  Local drop off points:  local UPS Stores; Hastings Book Store (1660 Memorial Blvd.); All Things Possible (352 W. Northfield Blvd.); Children’s Discovery Center of Murfree Spring (S.E. Broad at Maney Avenue); MidSouth Bank (2415 Memorial Blvd.); St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church (1601 N. Tennessee Blvd.).

Mon.-Wed. (Oct. 13-15, 2008) 7PM REVIVAL at the Unity Baptist Church (5977 Elam Road).  Raymond Hartman from the Stonebrook Church is the guest speaker.  If you have questions, phone 615-867-6847.

Mon.-Wed. (Oct. 13-15, 2008) 7PM HOMECOMING and GOSPEL MEETING at the Christiana Church of Christ (1407 Church Street; Christiana, TN).  Minister James Lively of Sharpsville Church is the guest speaker.  (Note:  there is a fellowship meal following Sunday morning’s worship).

Mon.-Wed. (Oct. 13-15) 7PM REVIVAL at Unity Baptist Church (5977 Elam Road; Murfreesboro).  Raymond Hartman from the Stonebrook Church is the guest speaker.  For more information, phone 347-1922.

e-mail your community events to the WGNS Good Neighbor Network

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Early Voting

Mon.-Sat. (Oct. 15-30, 2008) EARLY VOTING for the November 4th PRESIDENTIAL, FEDERAL and STATE GENERAL ELECTIONS, along with the SMYRNA, LaVERGNE and EAGLEVILLE municipal elections.

Rutherford County Election Commission (#1 Public Square South) M-F 7AM-7PM;  Sat. 8AM-Noon

Other locations do not open until 10AM…10AM-7PM M-F; and open Sat. 8AM-Noon
Murfreesboro:  Election Annex (426 East Vine Street)
Murfreesboro: SportsCom (2310 Memorial Boulevard)
Murfreesboro:  Old Agriculture Center (in Old Fort Park, across from Kid’s Castle)
Smyrna:            Tennessee Rehabilitation Center (460 9th Avenue; on Smyrna Airport campus)
LaVergne:         LaVergne Civic Auditorium (283 Old Nashville Highway)

Hear the results election night, Tuesday, November 4, 2008, on WGNS (FM 100.5 MHz. FM 101.9 MHz. AM 1450 KHz. over-the-air TV 11)

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The local NAACP is offering rides to EARLY VOTING. To schedule FREE transportation, contact Minister Goldie Wade 895-7548 (home) or 668-3933 (cell);  Minister Miles Cason 217-3005 (home) or 439-8684 (cell).

Tue. (Oct. 14, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

Tue. (Oct. 14, 2008) 5-7PM 25th ANNUAL BEASLEY HUMANE FOUNDATION BARBECUE in the Siegel Middle School cafeteria (355 West Thompson Lane).  This is the group that works to neuter and spa pets here in Rutherford County.  This event is hosted by the Siegel Cares For Pets Club.  Join them for good food, fun, music and a silent auction.  For more information, phone 217-1030 or e-mail jbeesley@bellsouth.net  VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED.  IF YOU CAN HELP, PHONE 217-1030.

Tue. (Oct. 14, 2008) 6:30PM The monthly FAMILY CARE NETWORK that is a support group for families with loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease or dimentia will meet at NHC Murfreesboro (420 University Street).  For information, contact Melinda Vance (615-890-2020).

Wed. (Oct. 15, 2008) 7:30PM MTSU faculty recital featuring composer Michael Linton.  This will be in the  Hinton Music Hall of the Wright Music Building.  For more information, call 898-2493.

Wed. (Oct. 15, 2008) 11:30AM-1:00PM BREAST CANCER AWARENESS LUNCHEON at the St. Clair Street Senior Center.  Reserve your seat, since there is a limit of 25.  Phone 848-2550.

Wed-.Thu. (Oct. 15-16, 2008) 7PM Bethel Missionary Baptist Church (762 Holly Grove Road; Walter Hill) invites the public to their dedication week services.

NATIONAL BOSSES DAY
Thursday, October 16, 2008

Thu. (Oct. 16, 2008) 11AM-3PM MEDICARE FAIR at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  Learn everything about MEDICARE.  For more information, phone 848-2550.

Thu. (Oct. 16, 2008) 5-7pm Oakland Park Seventh Day Adventist Church (711 North Maney Avenue) is giving away food to needy persons. This service to the community is offered twice each month by the church: 1st Sunday from 9-11am and the 3rd Thursday 5-7pm. If you have questions, phone 904-0344.

Thu. (Oct. 16, 2008) 6-8PM CELEBRATION OF THE CHILD at Heaven Sent Children (307 N. Walnut Street).  For more information, phone 615-898-0803.

Thu. (Oct. 16, 2008) 7PM Great exercise and fun with the Mid State Singles Square Dance Club at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  For more information,  phone 615-848-2550.

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

moz-screenshotFri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 11:30AM lunch/1PM shotgun start First Annual Discovery Center Golf Tournament at Champions Run Golf Course in Rockvale. Cost: $500 per team, corporate sponsor opportunities are also available. For more information, contact Tournament Chairperson Lori Sain Smith (615-278-3118) or Jennifer Neal at the Discovery Center (615-890-2300).

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 3:30-6:30PM 3rd Annual Smyrna/LaVergne Tailgate Party at the North Rutherford YMCA (in the YMCA parking lot at 2001 Motlow College Blvd. in Smyrna, TN). Enjoy music, food, moonwalks and inflatables, face painting and other fun and games. For more information, call Elaine Hanks (220-9622).

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In in the Rose’s parking lot (Mercury Boulevard). Step back to the rock’n roll era with DJ music, giveaways, prizes and fun. The Club requests a donation of $1 that will go to local charities. This fun event is on Friday nights in May through October (weather permitting). Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 5-10PM Heaven Sent Children Night at Chili’s Restaurant (Broad St.).  For more information, phone 615-898-0803.

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 5:30-9:00PM FISH FRY AND GAME NIGHT at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  This is sponsored by the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department who prepare the fish and hush-puppies.  You bring a covered dish to serve 10.  Reservations are required.  Phone 848-2550.

Fri. (Oct. 17, 2008) 6:30-9:30PM The MAIN STREET PROGRAM with another FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE.  Bring your lawn chair and enjoy The Boomers.  They will be playing hits made popular by ZZ Top, the Allman Brothers, B. B. King and others.  It’s all FREE and a service of the Murfreesboro/Rutherford County Main Street Revitalization Program.

Fri.-Sat. (Oct. 17-18, 2008) 7:30pm The Arts Center of Cannon County (1424 John Bragg Highway; Woodbury, TN) presents Ernest Thompson’s moving On Golden Pond. An elderly curmudgeon and his wife find themselves saddled with a soon-to be step-grandson. Generations collide and families heal in this timeless comedy made famous by the Oscar winning movie starring Henry Fonda and Kathrine Hepburn For information, phone 563-ARTS (2787). There is no Sunday (10/5/08) matinee this weekend.

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 6-11AM COUNTRY HAM BREAKFAST in the cafeteria at Christiana Middle School.  This benefits the CHRISTIANA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT.  Come enjoy country ham, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits, sawmill gravy, coffee, milk, juices, and more. There is plenty of free parking in the rear lot that is adjacent to the entrance to the cafeteria.

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 7AM-Noon YARD SALE for MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION at Smyrna’s La Petite Academy (1212 Hazelwood Drive). The event will wrap-up with an auction of gift certificates, art and other items. They also encourage the public to come by and make financial contributions.  100% of the proceeds go to the MAKE A WISH FOUNDATION. If you have questions, call Michelle Morrison (615-459-5266).

image Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 8AM Registration and continental breakfast at the Historic Rutherford County Courthouse (Murfreesboro square) for a day of history.  PATHWAYS TO FREEDOM is presented by the National Park Service and the Tennessee Civil War National Heritage Area.  Interesting historical presentations begin at 9AM:
Dr. Barbara J. Fields, history professor at Columbia University
Dr. William W. Freehling, senior fellow at the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities
Dr. Robert E. Hunt, MTSU history professor
Music: Provided by the Nashville Old-Time String Band. In the
afternoon programs will be offered at Stones River National Battlefield and
at Fortress Rosecrans in Old Fort Park. Symposium activities are slated to
conclude at about 4PM.  Fee: $10. For more information, phone 615-893-9501 or visit website www.nps.gov/stri

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 8:30AM Registration to be a part of the POKER RUN TO BENEFIT SPECIAL KIDS.  This is hosted by BUMPUS HARLEY DAVIDSON and begins and ends at their complex (2250 NW Broad Street).  Fee: $25 for singles and $30 for doubles.  For details, call Stephanie Folkmann at Special Kids (893-4892).

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 9AM-4PM Book sale at the LaVergne Public Library (5063 Murfreesboro Road). For more information, call Diane Culbertson (793-7303, extension 4213).

Sat.-Sun. (Oct. 18-19, 2008) 9AM-5PM 32nd Annual Webb School Art and Craft Festival in Historic Bell Buckle, Tennessee. Over 100 juried artists and exhibitors.

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 6PM SECOND CHANCE MINISTRIES invites everyone to Kingdom Ministries (675 East Jefferson Pike) for a banquet and silent auction to help them rid our community of drugs, alcohol addiction and homeless.  For more information, contact Rev. Carl Marable (220-9130 or 223-6724).

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 6:30PM Great exercise and fun with the Tennessee Walkers Square Dance Club at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  Tonight is a special HOBO DANCE in the upstairs dining room.  For more information,  phone 615-848-2550.

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 7:30PM MTSU faculty recital featuring pianist Lynn Rice-See.  This will be in the  Hinton Music Hall of the Wright Music Building.  For more information, call 898-2493.

Sat. (Oct. 18, 2008) 2008 Pearl Ball benefiting the American Cancer Society at the Sam Davis Home in Smyrna. The honorary chair is 8-year cancer survivor Steve Benefield, former Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce president. Pearl tickets are $100 each. Sponsorships are also available. For more information, contact Jean Seals at StoneCrest Medical Center (615-768-2223). Sponsorships and Memory Pearl placements must be made by September 5th.

Sun. (Oct. 19, 2008) 10AM and 3PM Bethel Missionary Baptist Church (762 Holly Grove Road; Walter Hill) invites the public to their dedication services.  Guest church: Lake Povidence from Nashville.

Sun. (Oct. 19, 2008) 3PM A special fund raising concert to benefit the outreach mission work of St. Mark’s United Methodist Church (1267 N. Rutherford Boulevard). The church’s Chancel Choir and SONlight Youth Choir will offer the music. Tickets: $5 (6th grade and younger are admitted free). For more information, call 893-3455.

Sun. (Oct. 19, 2008) 7:30PM MTSU symphony orchestra in concert in the Hinton Music Hall of the Wright Music Building.  For more information, call 898-2493.

Mon. (Oct. 20, 2008) 6-10PM Local GOSPEL CHOIRS are needed to be in a new independent film. This is for a new flick “The New, True Charlie Wu” written and directed by MTSU Electronic Media Professor Bob Pondillo. Auditions in “studio C” on the first floor of the John Bragg Mass Communications Building. There are also auditons 6-10PM on this coming Wednesday (10/22) and Friday (10/24). Contact Veronica Privett (615-752-7024).

Mon. (Oct. 20, 2008) 8PM MTSU guest recital featuring soprano Carole Blankenship.  This will be in the  Hinton Music Hall of the Wright Music Building.  For more information, call 898-2493.

Tue. (Oct. 21, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

Tue. (Oct. 21, 2008) 5-7PM Main Street Murfreesboro/Rutherford County and the Chamber of Commerce invite the public to the Annual Rally On Maple (between Maple and College Streets).  This fun event gives the opportunity to showcase the downtown businesses and to network with other business people throughout the county.  For more information, contact Main Street (615-895-1887).

Tue. (Oct. 21, 2008) 6:25PM DYSLEXIA INFORMATION FORUM for parents, teachers and others are invited to this FREE program at the Linebaugh Public Library (corner of South Church at Vine Streets).  It is sponsored by MTSU and Tennessee’s Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia.  Approximately 15 per cent of the population has dyslexia.  The upcoming forum is free of charge, but organizers ask that those who wish to attend RSVP to Grace James at 615-494-8880 or e-mail dyslexia@mtsu.edu.

Tue. (Oct. 21, 2008) 7PM American Legion Post # 141 meets at the St. Clair Street Senior Center.

image Tue. (Oct. 21, 2008) 7PM MIDDLE TENNESSEE CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE meets at Bradley Academy Historic Museum (415 S. Academy Street).    The local group meets every month on the THIRD TUESDAY at Bradley Academy. Membership: $15 per year for individuals; $20 for families.  Each meeting includes a CIVIL WAR SHOW AND TELL segment.  For more information, contact Jim Lewis at 615-243-6830 (call before 8PM) or by e-mail at mtcwrt@comcast.net.  Visit the Civil War Roundtable’s website mtcwrt@comcast.net.  Visit the Civil War Roundtable’s website www.mtswrt.org

Wed. (Oct. 22, 2008) 6-10PM Local GOSPEL CHOIRS are needed to be in a new independent film. This is for a new flick “The New, True Charlie Wu” written and directed by MTSU Electronic Media Professor Bob Pondillo. Auditions in “studio C” on the first floor of the John Bragg Mass Communications Building. There are also auditons Friday (10/24). Contact Veronica Privett (615-752-7024).

Wed.-Sat. (Oct. 22-25, 2008) 7:30PM MTSU presents “Seussical The Musical” in the Tucker Theatre.  If you enjoy the good doctor’s Whoville, Horton the elephant, or the unique cat–then you’ll love the production that is directed by Dr. Jette Halladay.  Tickets: $10 for general admission; $5 for MTSU staff as well as K-12 students.  MTSU students are admitted FREE with a valid ID.  For more information, check website:  www.mtsu.edu/theatre  Tickets are available at the door.  NOTE:  there is a daytime matinee at 9:30AM on Oct. 24 and 25.  Those tickets are $4.  Phone 494-4410 to reserve your

Thu. (Oct. 23, 2008) 9AM-4:30PM Annual Seasonal Art Sale in MTSU’s Todd Art Building (old library).  Works by faculty, staff and students will be available.  Proceeds go to scholarships. Note: Wednesday (10/22) there will be a pre-sale reception to tour the art department’s facilities.

Thu. (Oct. 23, 2008) 11AM and again at 6PM TOWNHALL MEETING for grandparents and elderly persons who are responsible when parents are away for taking care of children age 18 and younger.  This meeting will place people of similar age and with similar responsibilities together to share experiences and create a support group.  Representatives from community service groups will also be there to get your input on programs that are needed in this area.  This will be at the PARENTING CENTER (1165 Middle Tennessee Boulevard, next to the Bellwood Discovery School). For more information, call Elberta Dyer at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (848-2550); Leslie Mertz at the Greenhouse Ministries (494-0499); or Susan Maguigan at the Court Appointed Special Advocates for children (CASA) (904-6996).

Thu. (Oct. 23, 2008) 11:30AM-12:30PM BROWN BAG LUNCH at the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (315 John Rice Blvd., just down from Sam’s).  The topic is “Drought Tolerant Trees and Shrubs”.  This is FREE!  For information, call the Ag Center (615-898-7710).

Thu. (Oct. 23, 2008) 4-7PM PUMPKIN FEST at the Discovery Center at Murfree Spring (502 S.E. Broad and Maney Avenue).  Fee: $5 per person (members admitted FREE).  Have an out of this world Pumpkin Experience!  Explore space in our Starlab, enjoy games, try the phases of the moon cheese bread, and Blue Bell Ice Cream treats!  Cost: $5.00 per person, members free.  Bring a canned good to get up to $1.00 off each admission to the museum.  Visit their website: www.discoverycenteronline.org or call 615-890-2300.

Thu. (Oct. 23, 2008) 7PM Great exercise and fun with the Mid State Singles Square Dance Club at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  For more information,  phone 615-848-2550.

Fri. (Oct. 24, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

Fri. (Oct. 24, 2008) 8AM State Farm Insurance and Oakland High School are hosting a TEEN DRIVING EVENT. There will be several vehicles for the teen drivers. This event we will target up to 30 students from local schools and will test their skills on driving while texting/cell phone usage/ wearing the Fatal Vision® Goggles. If you have questions, contact Leslie Eatherly at State Farm (692-6189).

imageFri. (Oct. 24, 2008) 4:30-7:00PM RUTHERFORD COUNTY DAY as the public is invited to commemorate this county’s 205th anniversary with special family activities at our historic courthouse.  For more information, call Event Coordinator Denise Carlton (604-0401) or visit website www.heritagepertnership.org WGNS will broadcast Rutherford County historical perspectives and trivia through Christmas. If you know your local history, you could win a gift certificate from BELK’s in The Avenue of Murfreesboro.

Fri. (Oct. 24, 2008) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In in the Rose’s parking lot (Mercury Boulevard). Step back to the rock’n roll era with DJ music, giveaways, prizes and fun. The Club requests a donation of $1 that will go to local charities. This fun event is on Friday nights in May through October (weather permitting). Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri. (Oct. 24, 2008) 6-10PM Local GOSPEL CHOIRS are needed to be in a new independent film. This is for a new flick “The New, True Charlie Wu” written and directed by MTSU Electronic Media Professor Bob Pondillo. Auditions in “studio C” on the first floor of the John Bragg Mass Communications Building.  Contact Veronica Privett (615-752-7024).

Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) MTSU welcomes high school bands for the CONTEST OF CHAMPIONS competition.  This is in the Johnny “Red” Floyd football stadium.  For more information, call 898-2493.

Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) 7AM-NOON The Murfreesboro Noon Lions Club invites the public to a GIANT YARD SALE at the Lion’s log cabin in Cannonsburgh.  All of the proceeds help the less fortunate get eye exams and glasses.  If you wish to make donations to be placed in this yard sale, please bring them to the Cannonsburgh log cabin on Friday, October 24th, between 4:00-6:00PM.  For more information, call Melissa (615-491-5372). Saturday is also APPLES FOR SIGHT DAY.  Lion’s members will be selling apples today.  Proceeds benefit their local sight programs.

Sat.-Sun. (Oct. 25-26, 2008) 7AM-2PM Yard Sale to benefit ALMOST HOME ANIMAL RESCUE.  This is a 501 c 3 organization.  The yard sale is at 5002 N. W. Broad Street.  All proceeds will go directly to caring for animals.  For more information, phone 663-1222 or visit website www.almosthomerutherford.com

image Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) 10AM-5PM HERITAGE FESTIVAL at Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center (415 South Academy Street).  This is a full-day of celebrating our community’s rich African-American heritage. Special displays and programs inside Bradley Academy.  Plus, there will be music, food–in fact, activities for all ages!  Again, the top attraction is the TURNIP GREEN COOK-OFF.  Sign-up for the competition: first prize is $500, $300 send place and third is $200. This is one of those “must see” community events. For more information, phone 615-867-2633 or visit their website www.bradleymuseum.org

image Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) 4-9PM Block Party on the Historic Murfreesboro Square with live music including Jack and Dianne, Encounter, White Bay Freddie’s band and more.  Plus, great food and children’s activities such as bounce houses, face painting, Halloween candy and more. This is a fund-raiser to help liver transplant recipient David Laws. He is doing well, despite $160,000+ not covered by insurance. There will also be a LIVE AUCTION of Titan’s game package, guitar autographed by Vince Gill and Amy Grant, football autographed by Phil Fulmer and more. For details, go to internet www.SaveDavidLaws.com

Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) 7-10PM St. Clair Street CLASSICS DANCE (323 St. Clair Street).  Four’s Company will present the music.  Admission: $5 at the door.  (Doors open at 6:30PM).  For more information, call 848-2550.

Sat. (Oct. 25, 2008) 2-4PM The City of LaVergne invites everyone to THE TRAIL OF TREATS in the Veteran’s Memorial Park.  Have fun running the spider web course, jumping through the pumpkin patch, grave digging for prizes, and lots of candy. This is FREE and is suitable for kids of all ages!

Sun.-Wed. (Oct. 26-29, 2008) Sun. 11AM and 6PM; M-W 7PM REVIVAL at the BRADLEY’S CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH (8505 Bradley Creek Road; Lascassas, TN).  Guest speaker is Brother Chris Brewer.  For more information, contact Pastor Jerry Dye (615-273-2775).

Sun. (Oct. 26, 2008) 9th Year Appreciation Service honoring Elder and First Lady B. L. Russell, Sr. at the Antioch Primitive Baptist Church (1001 N. Spring Street). For details, phone 217-4343.
10:10AM guests are the Progressive Primitive Baptist Church
3:00PM guests are Russell Tabernacle and Pastor Richard Russell
Note: dinner will be served between services.

Sun. (Oct. 26, 2008) 1PM ROLLING THUNDER, INC. Tennessee Chapter 1 meets at the VFW Post 8422 (10157 Old Nashville Highway; Smyrna, TN). ROLLING THUNDER works for the return of the missing from wars and support for America’s veterans. Visit their website: www.rollingthundertn1.com or call Bob Ousley (615-513-5852) or Norm Hoffman (615-715-0523) for more information. Note: Rolling Thunder meets at 1PM on the 4th Sunday of each month at the VFW Post 8422 in Smyrna.

Tue. (Oct. 28, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

Tue. (Oct. 28, 2008) 9:00-11:00AM GOT GHOSTS?  Terry Mayo speaks at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  Learn about this local ghost hunter and paranormal expert.  For details, phone 848-2550.

Wed. (Oct. 29, 2008) 8AM-Noon FLU SHOTS at the St. Clair Street Senior Center available FREE for persons with Medicare.  If you do not have Medicare, there is a small fee.  Sign up at the reception desk.  Phone 848-2550 for more information.

image Thu. (Oct. 30, 2008) 8:30AM-3:30PM CREATING THE BALANCE…LEADERSHIP STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN at the new Embassy Suites.  This is sponsored by the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and the keynote speaker is Dale Smith Thomas.  Cost:  $65 for Chamber members; $85 for non-members.  Check her website:  www.winnersbychoice.com   To register, phone 615-893-6565.

Thu. (Oct. 30, 2008) 7PM Great exercise and fun with the Mid State Singles Square Dance Club at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street).  For more information,  phone 615-848-2550.

Thu.-Fri. (Oct. 30-31, 2008) 7:30PM The public is invited to enjoy MTSU opera.  Admission: $10 (tickets on sale at the door).  For more information, call 898-2493.

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2009) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET under the shed next to Cannonsburgh (on Front Street, behind Shoney’s).  This service is sponsored by the Rutherford County Agricultural Extension Service (phone 615-898-7710).  It is held 6:00-11:00AM every Tuesday and Friday morning (first Friday in June through last Friday in October).

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2008) 3-6PM Trick or treat on the Historic Murfreesboro Square.  Many downtown businesses and offices.  Parents are encouraged to escort their costumed children to the area around the square.  Look for the ORANGE PUMPKIN in the windows of participating locations.

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2008) 3PM The LaVergne Public Library invites children to come over to enjoy GROSS GRUB!  Chow-down on kitty litter cake, spider web pizza, dirty dishwasher punch and much more.  Children are encouraged to wear their costumes.  For more information, phone 615-793-7303 (extension 4202).

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2008) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In in the Rose’s parking lot (Mercury Boulevard). Step back to the rock’n roll era with DJ music, giveaways, prizes and fun. The Club requests a donation of $1 that will go to local charities. This fun event is on Friday nights in May through October (weather permitting). Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2008) 5:30-8:00PM BARFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH (1033 Barfield Church Road) invites everyone to their TRUNK OR TREAT for area children.  Come to the church parking lot, and there will be goodies from the trunks of cars.  For more information, call the church (896-2490).

Fri. (Oct. 31, 2008) 3-6pm 6th ANNUAL TRICK OR TREATING ON THE HISTORIC SQUARE as merchants and offices welcome youngsters with some treats that are certain to please. (Note: Photos of children in the costumes from the Pumpkin Patch set-up at Shacklett’s Photography)

Future Events/On Going Events listed below

Thu. (Dec. 4, 2008) 7:30-9:00AM Get tickets now for the YMCA Humanitarian of the Year Breakfast at the Stones River Country Club. This year Dr. Liz Rhea will be honored. This benefits the work of the YMCA of Middle Tennessee.   Tables of 10 persons for $750. Sponsorships are available now: $10,000; Gold $5,000; Silver $2,500; Bronze $1,000. For more information, call Jan Berry at the Chamber of Commerce (893-6565).

G. Gordon Liddy on WGNS Monday-Fridays 9:00am-Noon

LaVergne’s Police Athletic League (PAL) invites area kids ages 7-17 to join this community group for fun, homework tutoring and more. There are PAL drama and theatre sessions, PAL boxing program, help with homework and tutoring, bowling, self-empowerment and motivational activities, racing and more. Phone 615-287-8730 for more information.

Blood Donors NeededNow Five Blood Drives Weekly
The Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross has renovated and enlarged its blood center at 836 Commercial Court (around the corner from UPS). The same local staff is now handling all of these new blood drives. In addition, Murfreesboro is now equipped to service platelet pheresis donations. If you are at least 17-years of age, weigh a minimum of 110-pounds, and in good health, you are encouraged to give the GIFT OF LIFE. Phone 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) for more information.
Monday and Thursday 10:30am-6:30pm
Fridays 9:30am-4:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays 7am-Noon
Note: In addition, there are regular Red Cross bloodmobiles at locations all around Rutherford County. Look at this WGNS calendar for exact times and locations.

Mon. (Nov. 3, 2008) 11:30AM Chamber of Commerce POWER LUNCH at the Stones River Country Club.  Marcus Buckingham, author of The Truth About You, which focuses on maximizing your strengths.  Fee: $30 for chamber members; $40 for non-members.  Thanks to FirstBank for sponsoring this POWER LUNCH. Everyone receives a copy of his new book The Truth About You. Call the Chamber at 893-6565 before Wednesday, October 29th, to make reservations.

ABC News along with Paul Harvey on WGNS Good Neighbor Station
Morning News 7:30am, News & Commentary 12:05pm and The Rest of the Story 5:25pm

Shop Local…It Matters! When you shop in Rutherford County, your sales tax dollars build our schools and improve the roads. When you shop locally, you make jobs available here. Shopping local makes it easy on you, in the event you need servicing or repairs at a later date. It’s even more important to shop with local FAMILY BUSINESSES. Have you ever wondered what makes this community unique? One advantage is a large number of family operated businesses. Keep FAMILY BUSINESSES strong, patronize them! Listen to the WGNS Good Neighbor Network (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, and over-the-air TV-11) for information about this area’s vibrant local FAMILY BUSINESSES.

Local issues covered daily on Action Line (Monday-Friday mornings 8:10-9:00am)
Show from WGNS studios on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursday and Fridays. But every Wednesday morning “live” from City Cafe. Join us there for breakfast and share your opinions in person. Tune to your Good Neighbor Network: FM 100.5; FM 101.9; AM 1450; and over-the-air TV 11.

Sat. (Nov. 1, 2008) 6PM OFFICIAL GRAND OPENING of the EMBASSY SUITES CONFERENCE CENTER off the Medical Center Parkway. An evening of fine dining and dancing to support the children’s literacy of Rutherford County. Tickets are $150 per person and tables of 10 available for $1,500. For details or to make reservations, contact Hunter McFarlin (890-1070) or Barry Allen (404-9589.
The FIRST LADIES of each municipality will be honored:
Carolyn Barham of Eagleville
Deanna Erwin of LaVergne
Jeanne Bragg of Murfreesboro
Peggy Burgess of Rutherford County
Nancy Spivey of Smyrna
In addition, State Representative John Hood will be honored for his six terms of service as the 48th District representative in the Tennessee General Assembly. Plus, a personal welcome by Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center owner John Q. Hammons.

Hear weather related CLOSINGS first on WGNS (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, TV-11)

The Cripple Creek Cloggers invite you to join them for fun every Tuesday night at 7PM.  They practice at The Vine (118 Vine Street, across from the Linebaugh Library/Murfreesboro City Hall). Come visit and learn more about this local group of ambassadors who represent our community at local events as well festivals worldwide. For more information, contact Steve Cates 615-896-2559 or e-mail appdancer@aol.com

Wake-up with the all new WGNS Good Morning…M-F 5:00-9:00am
Includes news, sports, weather, traffic, obits, swap’n shop, guests!

SIGN LANGUAGE CHOIR FOR CHILDREN: River Rock Baptist Church (2248 Highway 99) has a “sign language” choir and music program made-up of children (kindergarten through 12th grade). They rehearse Wednesday evenings at 6:30. For more information, phone 898-1239 or check website www.rrbconline.com

LaVergne Library Events (5063 Murfreesboro Road)…phone 793-7303
Adult Education Classes: Tuesday and Thursday 9am-noon
ESOL Classes: Monday and Wednesday 9am-noon
Adult Literacy Tutoring: this is a Read To Succeed initiative 738-7323
Toddler Story Time: Tuesday and Wednesday 9:30am (ages 2 and 3)
Pre-School Story Time: Tuesday and Wednesday 11am
Home school Story Time: Monday 10am (kindergarten through 3rd grade)
Special programs for teenagers. For more information, visit website www.lavergneteens.bravehost.com

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