Leisure: Arts & Entertainment

Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice in Smyrna

Murfreesboro Mama: 3 can't-miss exhibits opening this month

Jan 15, 2020 at 09:31 am by Laura Beth Payne

At this point in January I'm usually making my family's winter-survival plan, when the moody weather generates a constant low-grade cabin fever in our house. I've found it's a.... Read More
Bradley Academy Museum

Bradley Academy Museum celebrates Women's Suffrage through art at Jan. 16 forum

Jan 13, 2020 at 10:00 am by Voice Wire

Bradley Academy Museum and Cultural Center will celebrate the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage with an educational forum, set for 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16. The free.... Read More
Where Wonder Leads by Dawna Magliacano

Murfreesboro introduces 2020 Cultural Arts Laureates Jan. 12 at reception

Jan 06, 2020 at 07:00 am by Voice Wire

The public is invited as Murfreesboro Cultural Arts will introduce and honor the 2020 Painter, Photographer and Poet Laureates at a reception January 12 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m..... Read More
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Sam Davis Home

Murfreesboro Mama: 5 reasons to visit the Sam Davis Home this winter

Dec 20, 2019 at 08:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

Growing up in Rutherford County I visited the Sam Davis Home my fair share throughout my school years. I vividly remember my mom bundling up my brother and I in the fall, so w.... Read More
Christmas

OMG! Christmas is Coming!

Dec 19, 2019 at 11:19 am by Paulette Jackson

 And she brought forth her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there.... Read More

Murfreesboro Mama: 9 Rutherford County experiences to gift this year

Dec 11, 2019 at 09:05 am by Laura Beth Payne

OK, I'll admit it—despite the popularity of minimalist living I tend to be a "stuff" person when it comes to holiday gift-giving. Books? Yes, please. Crazy socks? Love.... Read More
Christmas tree

Murfreesboro Mama: 4 Magical Spots for Christmas Trees

Nov 26, 2019 at 10:45 am by Laura Beth Payne 2

Few memories are more magical than finding just the right Christmas tree for the season. While there's no wrong way to go about it (except maybe dragging the family out in fr.... Read More

Shabby Lane to hold a Holiday Gift Market Nov. 23 with The Boutique at StudioC

Nov 22, 2019 at 12:00 pm by Cynthialynn Jones

Who is joining us for this wonderful Christmas shopping show? On Nov. 23, Shabby Lane is holding a Holiday Gift Market in Murfreesboro. Fabulous shopping with more.... Read More
28 Family Activities for Thanksgiving Week from Murfreesboro Mama

Murfreesboro Mama: 28 Family Activities for Thanksgiving Week

Nov 21, 2019 at 07:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

Maybe your family and friends are all planners and you've got your Thanksgiving week mapped out to rival most military operations. Maybe your tribe is more loose and you plan.... Read More
Kid-Friendly Cafes in Rutherford County

5 Awesome Kid-Friendly Cafes in Rutherford County

Nov 13, 2019 at 09:30 am by Laura Beth Payne

If you’ve ever tried to meet up with a friend or send some emails while juggling a toddler's attention and a hot drink in a narrow, busy cafe, you know the stress even s.... Read More

Mustang Merchant Madness at McFadden School of Excellence

Nov 07, 2019 at 01:52 pm by PeacheyKate

Mustang Merchant Madness set for Saturday, Nov. 9 Join us for a great day of shopping with crafts, direct sales, bakers, and food at McFadden School of Excellence for our 4th.... Read More
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Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

3 Ways to Take-in the Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center

Nov 06, 2019 at 10:00 am by Laura Beth Payne

With dropping temperatures and the end of that darned Daylight Savings this month, I definitely felt the need to start laying out my indoor recreation options for the kids. T.... Read More
First Presbyterian Church's 2019 Fair Trade Shopping Event

Shop for Christmas at First Presbyterian Church's 2019 Fair Trade Shopping Event

Nov 04, 2019 at 09:16 am by PeacheyKate

Please join the First Presbyterian Church for our 10th annual Fair Trade Shopping Event, set for noon-6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6.  You can shop from Ten Thousand.... Read More

Wisdom: When the Story I Learn the Most From Is My Own

Oct 24, 2019 at 02:30 pm by Paulette Jackson

Since I was a young child, I have always loved stories with moral. From Uncle Wiggly to Aesop's Fables, I enjoyed the influence of the metaphorical muse. One of the most infl.... Read More
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Discover outdoor fun at The Farmhouse Fields

Oct 23, 2019 at 08:47 am by Laura Beth Payne

I was driving to see family Nolensville when the prettiest stack of pumpkins, and what looked like the beginnings of a harvest party, on the side of Highway 96 made me stop..... Read More