Upcoming MPRD special events

 

CAST

SUNSHINE PLAYER PRODUCTIONS

Our 24th Season continues…

THE TRIAL OF THE BIG BAD WOLF

Production: March 1 - 3

Location: The Theatre at Patterson Park

Production Ticket Prices: Adults $7.50/ Youth (ages 4-17) $6.00/Seniors (ages 60+) $6.00/Members $3.00

 

THE JUST SO STORIES

Auditions: March 10 & 11 (ages 10 and up)

Production: May 10-12, 2013 Dinner Theatre

Location: Dining Room at Patterson Park

Time: Friday & Saturday 6:00 Dinner / 7:00 Show

Dinner/Production Ticket Prices: Adults $15.00/Youth (ages 4-17) $12.00/Seniors (ages 60+) $12.00/Members $8.00

Time: Sunday 1:00 Dessert 2:00 Show

Dessert/Production Ticket Prices:Adults $10.00/Youth (ages 4-17) $8.00/Seniors (ages 60+) $8.00/Members $5.00

 

National Night Out

Spring Kids Fest

This FREE family event brought to you by Rutherford Parent magazine will offer face painting, children’s games and activities, live stage performances and more. In addition, a variety of local businesses interested in reaching families in Rutherford County will have booths to visit. Prize giveaways will be held throughout the event as well.

Ages: All

Date: Saturday, March 23rd

Time: 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

Location: Sports*Com

Fee: Free

Contact: Bart Fite, 615-895-4040, bfite@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 Egg Hunt 2009  

Citywide Easter Egg Hunt

Children of all ages will enjoy this hunt. Participants will hunt for eggs and then exchange them for prizes at our egg-change booth. Age-appropriate hunts will be offered repeatedly throughout the event, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance. In addition, there will be carnival-style games and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Ages: All Ages

Date: Saturday, March 30

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: Richard Siegel Community Park

Fee: Free

Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 Community Yard Sale at Cannonsburgh Village

Come and shop a variety of vendors. Free to attend, purchases are separate. Reservations required for booth space, entry deadline is Tuesday, March 19. For a list of yard sale booth rules contact Cannonsburgh Village.

Age: All Ages

Date: Saturday, March 23

Time: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Location: Cannonsburgh Village

Fee: $10 Booth fee

Contact: Cannonsburgh office, 615-890-0355, shodges@murfreesborotn.gov


37th Annual Pioneer Days at Cannonsburgh Village

Cloggers, old-time music and demonstrators, over 40 crafters, hayrides, Harriet Tubman played by June LaGreen, blacksmith demonstration, Art League demonstration, Antique Auto Car Show, and a bluegrass band concert.

Age: All Ages

Date: Saturday, April 27

Time: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Location: Cannonsburgh Village

Fee: Free except for purchases

Contact: Cannonsburgh office, 615-890-0355, shodges@murfreesborotn.gov

 

Beach Party 12

Barfield Beach Party

Who said there were no beaches in Murfreesboro? We want to invite you to Barfield Crescent Park, where we will have a real beach party. Over 60 tons of sand is used to create the beach before it is used throughout the park systems. Come join us for music, dancing and a variety of games and activities.

Ages: All Ages

Date: Friday, May 10

Time: Party begins at 5:00 p.m.

Location: Barfield Crescent Park

Fee: Free

Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Drown Proof Murfreesboro “Free Swim Lesson Day”

Join us in helping you stay safe at the pool this summer in our endeavor to drown proof Murfreesboro. According to the Center for Disease Control,“ children who participate in a formal swim lesson are 88% less likely to become drowning victims.” This event will provide free swim lessons, CPR training and many other safety awareness activities. Many pool vendors will be on site to answer any pool questions you might have as well. Special summer offers will be available for many of the Parks and Recreation summer activities.

Ages: Free swim lessons: 5 – 13. All ages welcome to participate in the other festivities

Date: Saturday, May 11

Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Sports*Com

Fee: Free (Some events may cost a fee to obtain a certification.)

Contact: Niki Hensley, 615-895-5040, nhensley@murfreesborotn.gov

*Preregistration is preferred (Beginning April 16). Space is limited.

 

Stones Throw Away 2009

 

A Stones Throw Away

We need your help cleaning up the Greenway! Volunteers will pick up trash beside the trail, on the banks of the Stones River and Lytle Creek, or in the water.

Trash bags, gloves, water and snacks will be provided.

Bring: Wear sturdy shoes and clothes that can get wet and dirty.

Ages: All Ages

Date: Saturday, May 11

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Fee: Free

Location: Meet at Old Fort Park, Pavilion #3

Contact: Melinda Tate, 615-893-2141, mtate@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Try Boro Kids

 

3rd Annual Try Boro Kids 2.5k/5k

Does your child love to run races? Kids ages 5 – 14 can compete in either the 2.5K (1.55 miles) or 5K (3.1 miles) race at the beautiful Gateway Island Trail. Fee includes a healthy snack, a souvenir t-shirt and a finisher’s medal, and awards will be given to the top finishers in several age groups. This is a professionally-timed event. Parents may run with their child in either race for an additional $5 (shirt and award not included); parents are strongly advised to run with their child aged 8 and under in the 5K.

Ages: 5 - 14 (as of 5/3/2013)

Day: Friday, May 3

Time: 6:00 p.m. start for 2.5K; 6:30 p.m. start for 5K

Location: Gateway Island

Fee: $12 until April 3, 2013; $17 April 4, 2013 and after

Contact: info@tryborokidstri.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MTF

 

Hershey’s Track and Field Local Meet

More than 400,000 children compete in the Hershey’s Track and Field Games annually - making it the largest youth sports program of its kind in North America. Here is your opportunity to become a part of it all. Winners of this local meet will go on to the district where they will qualify for the State. Winners of the state meet will be considered for the North American Finals team. All children ages 9 - 14 should take advantage of this free program.

Ages: 9 - 14

Date: Saturday, May 18

Time: Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. Track meet starts at 10:00 a.m.

Location: Riverdale High School Track

Fee: Free

Contact: Thomas Laird, 615-907-2251, tlaird@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turtle Quest

 

World Turtle Day

Come join us in a day dedicated to our shelled friends as we celebrate and discover ways to increase turtle conservation around the world. Participate in the World’s Slowest Hike and stop at each turtle station to learn about the different species that inhabit our planet. In addition, find out steps to become a better GREEN family at home and in your schools to help out all the critters on this planet—including us! Activities, crafts, live animals, and free Turtle Tracks ice cream (while supplies last) will be fun for the whole family to enjoy.

Ages: All

Date: Thursday, May 23

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: Wilderness Station

Fee: Free

Contact: Wilderness Station, Rachel Singer, 615-217-3017, rsinger@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Patterson

The Market Place

Come and join the Fiesta with Patterson Park Community Center & Murfreesboro City Schools. This family friendly event will give a glimpse of the Hispanic culture by partaking in traditional song, dance, food and more. Come and have a good cross-cultural time!

Ages: All

Date: Friday, April 12th

Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Location: Patterson Park Community Center Lawn

Contact: Ron Steed, 615-893-7439 rsteed@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer Family Affair

Come and enjoy a wonderful summer kickoff event with the entire family at Patterson Park Community Center. From sack races to painted faces, this event will be jam-packed with family fun!

Ages: All Ages

Date: Saturday, May 18

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Patterson Park Community Center

Contact: Ron Steed, 615-893-7439, rsteed@murfreesborotn.gov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

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Opening Day of Boro Beach

Come celebrate the beginning of summer in the sun! Relax by the pool, swim, dive, play games and listen to music at the Sports*Com Boro Beach. This is the first day of the outdoor pool opening for the year.

Ages: All Ages

Date: Saturday, May 25

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: Sports*Com

Fee: Premium Admission ($4 Adults / $3 Youth & Seniors)

Contact: Niki Hensley, 615-895-5040, nhensley@murfreesborotn.gov

 

Memorial Day Madness

There is no better way to spend a day off in May other than relaxing by the Sports*Com Boro Beach! This Memorial Day come to Sports*Com for a day of swimming, music, fun and prizes.

Ages: All Ages

Date: Monday, May 27

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Location: Sports*Com

Fee: Premium Admission ($4 Adults / $3 Youth & Seniors)

Contact: Niki Hensley, 615-895-5040, nhensley@murfreesborotn.gov

Small Fry Tri 2011

Small Fry Tri – A Triathlon for Preschoolers

Murfreesboro’s smallest triathlon! Kids will run, bike and “swim” (run through sprinklers) to the finish line, where every participant receives a trophy. Parents and older siblings may help. Bring a bicycle or tricycle and a helmet. Preregister and get your race packet early at Sports*Com, Patterson Community Center or the Wilderness Station between Tuesday, May 28, and Friday, May 31.

Age: 2 – 6 years

Date: Saturday, June 8

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Races will be held about every 10 minutes.

9:30 a.m. Race day registration.

Fee: $6 (includes trophy)

Location: Old Fort Park, Pavilion #3

Contact: Melinda Tate, 615-893-2141, mtate@murfreesborotn.gov