Cool Aid Program
COOL AID PROGRAM gets fans and air conditioners to needy individuals. On hot, hot days and nights, this ministry saves lives. If you need a fan or air conditioner, contact Dwight Ogleton at 615-818-2459 or 615-895-8555. If you would donate an air conditioner or fan, contact Dwight Ogleton (same phone numbers). If you wish to make a financial contribution to the COOL AID PROGRAM, go by FirstBank (615 Memorial Blvd.) and tell them you have a gift for COOL AID. READ MORE »

Dan Whittle photo exhibit at Arts Center of Cannon County
May 25-June 30, 2012 Dan Whittle's photo art is on display at the Arts Center of Cannon County (1424 John Bragg Highway in neighboring Woodbury). Admission is free to the Marly Berger Gallery. This well known journalist-photographer-author has creative nature photos and captures life in action through the lens of his camera. In addition to the exhibit, the public is invited to a reception honoring Mr. Whittle on Friday, May 25, 2012, from 5-7PM at the Cannon County Arts Center. For more information, phone 615-563-ARTS (2787). READ MORE »

Dance Camp
Mon-Fri (July 9-13, 2012) Summer Dance Camp at the Springhouse Worship and Arts Center (14119 Old Nashville Highway; Smyrna, TN; same as Lamplighters Theatre). Fee is $150 per student, if you register before July 2nd. ($170 after that date). On site registration is also available. Phone 615-852-8499 for more information. READ MORE »

Greenway 100 (walk 100 miles in 1-year)
any day (between now May 19, 2013) sunrise-sunset GREENWAY 100 with a walk, run, bike, hop or crawl the Greenway Get a cool T-shirt and more by walking 100-miles in one-year. This year long campaign is created to help you get fit. There is a $10 application fee. Phone 615-893-2141. READ MORE »

International FolkFest
Sun-Sun (June 10-17, 2012) INTERNATIONAL FOLKFEST as our own Cripple Creek Cloggers and founder Steve Cates welcome dance groups from around the world to Murfreesboro and the mid-state area. This year Martinique, Belgium, Austria, and the Czech Republic will be in the Heart of Tennessee. There are numerous volunteer opportunities. See the FolkFest website: http://www.mboro-international-folkfest.org 7PM Wed. (6/13) at Central Christian Church 404 E. Main St., Murfreesboro); 7PM Thu. (6/14) at Manchester Arts Center (128 E. Main. St., Manchester) admission $10; 7PM Fri. (6/14) at Patterson Center (521 Mercury Blvd., Murfreesboro) $5 admission; Sat. (6/15) 8:30AM-1PM stage on the east side of historic Murfreesboro square, free performance, opportunity to talk with visitors and learn about their country. READ MORE »

Middle Half Marathon
Sat. (Oct. 13, 2012) 7AM 6th Annual Middle Half Marathon and Murph's Fun Run. The 13.1-mile course starts and stops at MTSU's Dean Hayes Track and Soccer Stadium and the course is around the beautiful flat and tree-lined Murfreesboro historic district. The Murfreesboro Half Marathon course has been certified as accurate in measurement according to the standards adopted by the USATF Road Running Technical Council. Remember, last years 2,500 max was reached in 11 days. NOTICE: Registration begins 8AM on June 1st (nothing before that). Go to www.themiddlehalf.com. READ MORE »

Phone "811" Before You Dig
Reminder, before you dig--phone 811. With one phone call to 811, someone will come to your property and mark all burried phone lines, cables, pipes at NO CHARGE. Please allow 2-3 business days. READ MORE »

Primary Care & Hope Clinic SPONSORSHIPS

The Primary Care & Hope Clinic serve the healthcare needs of uninsured and under-served persons in our community. During this organization's 20th annversary year, there are two upcoming major events in which sponsorships are available.
Sat. (June 16, 2012) 6PM 20th Anniversary Luau at the Stones River Country Club.
Sat. (Aug. 25, 2012) 4-8PM Taste of Stones River at the Avenue of Murfreesboro.
For more information, contact Bette McFarland (phone 615-893-3930, extension 207) or e-mail her at bette.mcfarland@hopeclnc.org

Ready Family Reunion (ENTIRE community welcome)
Sat. (Aug. 11, 2012) READY FAMILY REUNION at the Woodbury Senior Citizen Center. THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY IS INVITED. Activities will include a social on Friday night at the Cannon Inn. On Saturday there will be breakfast at the Readyville Mill, a family history exchange and the reunion that evening with live entertainment, all you can eat buffet, drawings and prizes. You and those interested (local non family residents are invited) can contact Larry Ready (10th generation from Richard Ready) at the address above or at ReadyFamily@webtv.net or phone at: 256-303-2380. READ MORE »

Southern Girls of Rock'n Roll Camp
Mon-Sat (July 23-28, 2012) 8:30AM-5:30PM 10th Anniversary of YEAH's Southern Girls of Rock'n Roll Camp. This is a summer day camp for girls ages 10-17. It is held at MTSU's Wright Music Building. Camp tuition is $300 (scholarships are available along with monthly payment plans). For information or to register, go to their website: www.sgrrc.com READ MORE »

"Alladin, Jr." at Arts Center of Cannon County

Published: February 11, 2012

"Alladin, Jr." at Arts Center of Cannon County

Photo credit: Russel Mobley

This weekend begins a two-week run of Alladin Junior at Arts Center of Cannon County at 1424 John Bragg Highway in neighboring Woodbury. Performances are now through February 19th on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30, along with Sunday afternoon matinees at 2:00 o'clock.

Filled with magic, mayhem, and carpet rides, this musical favorite features an Academy award-winning score with songs including “A Whole New World” and “Friend Like Me.” Join the cast of over 50 area youth, in Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tale! With over-the-top characters and lessons about following your heart, Aladdin, Jr. promises to be a great time for people of all ages.

Tickets for Disney’s Aladdin Junior are $8 and may be purchased by calling the Arts Center box office at (615) 563-2787. A $3 discount for students, seniors or groups over 10 is valid for all performances. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.artscenterofcc.com.

Who Is In This Play?

Directed by Allison Barnett and Matt Hunter, two casts of over 50 young actors are prepared to delight their audiences with this colorful, energetic and entertaining production.

The ABU cast includes: Mason Leonard, Kaitlyn Palmer Mandi Davis, Michael Higdon, John House, Aidan McVey, Mitchell Reed, Gosh Grimes, Weston Hargrove, Madie Smith, Sarah Kate Helton, Anna Whittemore, Stephanie Garcia, Isabella Smith, Mileah Milstead, Miranda Reed, Shelly Harris, Ling-Ling Phongsa, Peyton Smith, Miley Smith, Keely Newhauser, Chamberlin Little, Shelby Jones, Riann Laux, Addison Melton, Bradi Mason, and Mackenzie Turney.

The IAGO cast includes: Mason Leonard, Peri Watson, Zxavior Phillips, Nicholas Emerton, John House, Josh Grimes, Hannah Nave, Aidan McVey, Pearson Hughes, Miranda Reed, Jacob Reed, Meredith Tarkington, Cheyenne McAdoo, Zoe Phillips, Emily Thibodeaux, Madie Smith, Sydney Callahan, Addy Stanley, Kiley Hughes, Carter Cantrell, Maya Denning, Jana Denning, Elinore Thibodeaux, Emily Nave, Sienne Phillips, Ave Grubbs, and Danielle Hughes.