September Events

September, 2010

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Daily Local Events Listed Below

Every Wednesday 10AM-Noon READ TO SUCCEED offers free JOB SKILL CLASSES in the Myrtle Glaton Lord Library at the Patterson Community Center. Improve your skills in searching for jobs in the newspaper and with the internet. You will be taught how to create effective resumes and improve your interview skills. In addition, the class will teach proper business etiquete and how to follow-up after the interview. For more information, contact Shelly Stanley (phone 615-738-7323) or e-mail adultliteracy@readtosucceed.org.

Now through Oct. 31st visit the POTTERY (2616 Medical Center Parkway) to paint and donate a bowl for the 2010 Cookin’ To Build to benefit the Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity. And then on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010 from11AM-1PM Cookin’ To Build sells warm bowls of soup during lunch on the Murfreesboro Civic Plaza. This benefits Rutherford County Habitat for Humanity. For more information, contact Megan (615-890-5877 extension 6).

Murfreesboro’s CITIZEN’S FIRE ACADEMY class begins Tuesday, September 14th (6-9PM) at the MFD Administration (220 NW Broad St.). Subjects scheduled for discussion or hands-on experience will include a fire engine ride, CPR training, fire prevention techniques and use of departmental turnout firefighting clothing and a self-contained breathing apparatus. Class fee: $35. Pickup an application form at the Murfreesboro Fire Department’s Administration Building (220 NW Broad Street) or from the internet:www.MurfreesboroTN.gov.

Fri. (Sept. 3, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 3, 2010) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In at The Avenue of Murfreesboro (Belk’s parking lot). 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 begins the first Friday in May and continues weekly (weather permitting) through the first Friday in October. Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri. (Sept. 3, 2010) 7:30PM ARTS CENTER OF CANNON COUNTY (1424 John Bragg Highway; Woodbury, TN) presents Robert “Wolfman” Belfour in concert with some hard driving North Mississippi, hill country blues. Tickets: $15 for adults; $12 for students, seniors and groups. Phone 615-563-ARTS (2787) for details.

Monday, September 6, 2010

A celebration of American workers! The holiday originated in 1882 as the Central Labor Union (of New York City) sought to create “a day off for the working citizens”. Congress made Labor Day a federal holiday on June 28, 1894, two months after the May Day Riots of 1894. All fifty states have made Labor Day a state holiday. Traditionally, Labor Day is celebrated by most Americans as the symbolic end of the summer. Notice: There is NO GARBAGE PICKUP in Murfreesboro on Monday (Labor Day). Monday’s pickup has been moved to Tuesday, and Tuesday’s collection will be Wednesday.

Tue. (Sept. 7, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 10, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 10, 2010) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In at The Avenue of Murfreesboro (Belk’s parking lot). 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 begins the first Friday in May and continues weekly (weather permitting) through the first Friday in October. Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri.-Sat. (September 10-11, 2010) 7:30PM The Murfreesboro Center for the Arts (110 West College Street) presents the musical “Gypsy”. This is the story of how a no-talented Louise Hovick rises from behind her little sister’s shadow, Dainty June and vaudeville to become the 1930’s burlesque queen, Gypsy Rose Lee. For information or to make reservations, phone 615-904-ARTS (2787). This play continues through September 26th. (Note: there is a 2PM Sunday matinee 9/12/10)

Sat. (Sept. 11, 2010) 9:30AM-Noon Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department presents a FILM MAKERS WORKSHOP in the theatre at the Patterson Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.) on the second Saturday of each month. Class fee: $3 and this also enables the child (ages 10+) to stay and swim and play at the community center. For more information, contact Mike Prevost at 615-893-7439 extension 32.

Sat. (Sept. 11, 2010) 5PM WINGS OF FREEDOM FISH FRY in the Corporate Flight Management Hangar at the Smyrna Airport. This annual fund raising event is sponsored by the Smyrna Rotary Club and benefits several community service groups. The evening includes great food, music and dancing and a view of Corporate Flight aircraft. TICKETS: $40 per person for adults, children ages 6-12 are $20; age 5 and younger are admitted free. Make checks payable to The Rotary Club of Smyrna WOF Fish Fry. Mail to Smyrna Rotary; P. O. Box 353; Smyrna, TN 37167. Note: There are also sponsorships available. Check website www.rotaryofsmyrna.org/WingsofFreedomFishFry.cfm

Sun. (Sept. 12, 2010) 9AM DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT at Barfield-Crescent Park to benefit National Breast Cancer Awareness. This event is sponsored by RAISING CHAINS. For more information, go to www.raisingchains.com and contact James Haines.

Tue. (Sept. 14, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 14, 2010) 6-9PM Murfreesboro’s CITIZEN’S FIRE ACADEMY class begin at the MFD Administration (220 NW Broad St.). Subjects scheduled for discussion or hands-on experience will include a fire engine ride, CPR training, fire prevention techniques and use of departmental turnout firefighting clothing and a self-contained breathing apparatus. Class fee: $35. Pickup an application form at the Murfreesboro Fire Department’s Administration Building (220 NW Broad Street) or from the internet:www.MurfreesboroTN.gov.

Fri. (Sept. 17, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 17, 2010) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In at The Avenue of Murfreesboro (Belk’s parking lot). 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 begins the first Friday in May and continues weekly (weather permitting) through the first Friday in October. Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri.-Sat. (September 17-18, 2010) 7:30PM The Murfreesboro Center for the Arts (110 West College Street) presents the musical “Gypsy”. This is the story of how a no-talented Louise Hovick rises from behind her little sister’s shadow, Dainty June and vaudeville to become the 1930’s burlesque queen, Gypsy Rose Lee. For information or to make reservations, phone 615-904-ARTS (2787). This play continues through September 26th. (Note: there is a 2PM Sunday matinee 9/19/10)

Sat. (Sept. 18, 2010) 6AM-8PM Enjoy a full day of fun at the Annual La VERGNE OLD TIMER’S DAY at the Veteran’s Memorial Park. Start the day with a great country ham breakfast served by the Rescue Squad, along with a 5K race and fun run. The full-day of family activities includes the Old Timer’s Parade, plus organizations with booths that tell of La Vergne’s history, live music, and more. Local artists and craftsmen will have booths to make their creations available. Plus, Bryan Barrett will be broadcasting “live” from Old Timer’s Day over the WGNS Good Neighbor network of stations. And to cap off a fun family day, a great fireworks show there at the Veteran’s Memorial Park. For more information, contact Angie Mayes at (615) 287-8690.

Sat. (Sept. 18, 2010) 6-10AM Kittrell Volunteer Fire Department’s COUNTRY HAM BREAKFAST at the fire hall (8067 Old Woodbury Pike). All proceeds help to fund this district 17 volunteer fire department. Phone 615-890-8740 and your “to go” order will be ready when you arrive.

Tue. (Sept. 21, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 21, 2010) 11AM lunch/Noon shotgun start for the MTSU WEATHERFORD CHAIR OF FINANCE INVITATIONAL SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT at the Old Fort Golf Club. The post-game reception is at 5PM.

Tue. (Sept. 21, 2010) 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 mtcwrt@comcast.net. Visit the Civil War Roundtable’s website www.mtswrt.org

Thu.-Sat. (Sept. 23-25, 2010) QUILT SHOW at the Sam Davis Home and Museum (1399 Sam Davis Road; Smyrna, TN). This judged quilt competition displays only the high quality of quilts, an artform that is enjoying a rebirth in our society. This highly competitive annual event offer cash prizes for entries in vintage-traditional styles as well as contemporary quilts. Stroll four building of quilts, talks with vendors, enjoy quilt lectures and a creekside lunch. For more information, phone 615-459-2341 or visit the internet www.SamDavisHome.org.

Thu. (Sept. 23, 2010) 7:30PM ARTS CENTER OF CANNON COUNTY (1424 John Bragg Highway; Woodbury, TN) presents Janis Ian in concert with her hits like “At Seventeen”, “Stars”, and of course “Jesse”. Tickets: $15 for adults; $12 for students, seniors and groups. Phone 615-563-ARTS (2787) for details.

Fri. (Sept. 24, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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. (Sept. 24, 2010) 8-10AM Master Gardeners of Rutherford County will be at the FARMERS MARKET to offer demonstrations on how to have a better garden. Today’s talk is focused on “Children’s
Gardening Activities”. These demos are offered free on the 4th Friday of each month now through October. To find out more about becoming a Master Gardener please contact the Rutherford County Extension office at (615) 898-7710 or visit website at mastergardeners-rc.org. Email us at mastergardners.rc@gmail.com

Fri. (Sept. 24, 2010) 12 Noon LABOR OF LOVE CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Friday of each month. This group offers compassion and advice for caregivers of seniors with dementia, the disabled and chronically ill. Contact Elbert Dyer for more information (615-848-2550).

Fri. (Sept. 24, 2010) 5-9pm MURFREESBORO HOT ROD CLUB invites you to their Cruise-In at The Avenue of Murfreesboro (Belk’s parking lot). 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 begins the first Friday in May and continues weekly (weather permitting) through the first Friday in October. Visit their website: http://www.4mhrc.net.

Fri.-Sat. (September 24-25, 2010) 7:30PM The Murfreesboro Center for the Arts (110 West College Street) presents the musical “Gypsy”. This is the story of how a no-talented Louise Hovick rises from behind her little sister’s shadow, Dainty June and vaudeville to become the 1930’s burlesque queen, Gypsy Rose Lee. For information or to make reservations, phone 615-904-ARTS (2787). This play continues through September 26th. (Note: there is a 2PM Sunday matinee 9/26/10)

Tour The New MIDDLE TENNESSEE MEDICAL CENTER today!

Sat. (Sept. 25, 2010) all day The public is encouraged to visit the new MIDDLE TENNESSEE MEDICAL CENTER today and take a tour of the new hospital. The first day of operation for the new hospital at Medical Center Parkway will be Saturday, October 2, 2010. Here are some interesting facts about our new hospital: The new hospital’s campus at 68.5 acres is more than four times larger than MTMC’s current campus where the hospital was established in 1927. You could stretch the total linear feet of electrical wiring from Murfreesboro to Houston, TX. That’s 738 miles! When the final figures are tabulated, the project is expected to cost $267 million. In addition to the hospital facility, the DePaul Medical Office Building is on the site.. The hospital will have 286-beds with shelled space for additional beds as the community grows. The new hospital is located in this city’s beautiful Gateway Project on Medical Center Parkway, between Thompson Lane and the Stones River. Phone Middle Tennessee Medical Center at (615) 396-4100 for more information.

Sat. (Sept. 25, 2010) 10AM-5PM 3rd ANNUAL RED KETTLE CRAFT FAIR at the Murfreesboro Salvation Army (corner of New Salem Highway and West Main Street, behind Tennessee Technology Center). Admission and parking are both FREE! Artists, Crafters, and Food Vendors can obtain an application by emailing RedKettleCraftFair@gmail.com , by picking one up at The Salvation Army Office, or by clicking on the PDF link at www.salvationarmymurfreesboro.org. The Salvation Army’s phone number is 615-895-7071.

As the New Year of 1947 was rung-in, Murfreesboro and Rutherford County suddenly entered the electronic age. At 10PM on December 31, 1946, this community’s first radio station signed-on. It was built on the principal of being a GOOD NEIGHBOR. In fact, the G N S in the station’s call sign stands for Good Neighbor Station. That slogan shapes the way WGNS reports news, promotes itself and the way our staff is personally involved in this community. WGNS really is your radio station. When you hear something you like, let us know. But when you hear something you don’t like, especially let us know. Phone 615-893-5373.

Sun. (Sept. 26, 2010) 11AM-1PM FREE FOOD AND CLOTHES GIVE AWAY at the Oakland Park 7th Day Adventist Church (711 N. Maney Avenue in Murfreesboro). (Note: this is every 4th Sunday)

Sun. (Sept. 26, 2010) 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. (Sept. 28, 2010) 6-11am FARMERS MARKET is in its new home…the spacious and beautiful pavilion at the Lane Agri-Park (315 John Rice Boulevard). There are 2 interstate exits to John Rice Boulevard. Both exit # 75 Medical Center Parkway and exit #78 Old Fort Parkway take you to the new Farmers Market. The Lane Agri-Park is just down the street from Sam’s and next to the PAWS animal adoption service. 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).

FUTURE events and ON-GOING activities

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.

Now Five Red Cross 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.

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

Thu. (Nov. 25, 2010) 8AM BORODASH Thanksgiving Day 4-mile benefit run/walk. A certified 4-mile route begins and ends at MTSU’s Dean A. Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium on Greenland Drive and takes you through historic downtown Murfreesboro. Pre-registration: $20 for ages 14-59 (Family Run-Pack for 4=$70 (all ages); $18 for ages 13 and younger or 60+. You must sign-up before November 20th to take advantage of the lower entry fees. On race day: all ages @ $25. ChampionChip timing provided by Race Day Events. For more information, check the internet: www.borodash.org.

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.

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.

The Cripple Creek Cloggers invite you to join them for fun every Tuesday night at 7PM. Call Steve Cates for information about where this week’s practice will be. Come visit and learn more about this local group of ambassadors who represent our community at local events as well festivals worldwide. If you’ve been looking for a fun and beneficial way to exercise while having fun…then the Cripple Creek Cloggers is for your! Plus, you get to make interesting trips to distant lands! 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!
Mornings are brighter when you start them with WGNS GOOD MORNING NEWS!
Swap’n Shop from 7:50-8:10AM

On hot days check on your senior citizen loved-ones or anyone who is alone and ill. If fans and air conditioners are needed, contact Dwight Ogleton at the COOL AID PROGRAM (phone 615-818-2459). If you would like to donate money to purchase a fan or air conditioner for a needy person, take a check made out to Cool Aid Program by FirstBank (Memorial Boulevard at St. Clair Street).

G. Gordon Liddy on WGNS Monday-Fridays 9:00am-Noon
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WGNS works to present a variety of ideas in a non-offensive way.
Then you make-up your own mind on local and national issues.
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