Hello Murfreesboro! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Discount furniture arrivals, taste of Rutherford, and Storybook Trail + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New local retail arrivals: Bob's Discount Furniture will open four Middle Tennessee stores this fall, including Murfreesboro, with a grand opening on Friday, September 4. The company will donate $15,000 to Nashville Rescue Mission -- see the store openings.
A flavorful summer fundraiser: Taste of Rutherford will return to Oaklands Mansion on July 18 with over 20 local restaurants, plus a VIP hour with appetizers and cocktails from The Velvet Room Speakeasy -- learn what’s included at the event.
Development moves ahead: Plans for a Kroger on Memorial Boulevard moved forward after drainage fixes for neighbors, adding retention ponds and a water path, and leaders say the project could bring infrastructure improvements -- see the Kroger changes.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Petal-powered pick-me-up: When you need a birthday save, an apology upgrade, or a just-because smile, Enchanted Flower Shop turns your vague idea into a bouquet that actually says what you mean, with fresh blooms and thoughtful styling that’ll make you look more put-together than you felt ten minutes ago.
Press start, Boro: Flashback Arcade nails that sweet spot between neon-soaked nostalgia and actual good pinball, so you can trade thumb cramps for high scores and grins. Perfect for a low-key date, a rainy-day reset, or corralling friends who keep saying they’re "not really gamers"... yet.
Take a breather, Boro: If your week’s already noisy, slip over to Old Fort Park for an easy reset. Stroll a loop, toss a frisbee, let the kids burn energy, then call it “exercise” and head home calmer than a Sunday nap.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🍦 The Sweet Since '86 Roadshow Tour @ Andy's Frozen Custard | Wednesday (6/24) at 3:00 PM – Swing by the Andy’s on Memorial for the Sweet Since ’86 roadshow, where the prize wheel spins, the swag flows, and sundaes are two bucks from 3–8 PM. One day only, so bring the kids, your neighbor, and that dessert stomach, because restraint is overrated.
🏹 Archery for Beginners @ Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park | Wednesday (6/24) at 3:30 PM – Channel your inner Robin Hood at the Wilderness Station. An instructor covers archery basics, then you earn it with a one-mile paved hike to the range. Quality time, light cardio, grandkid approved, $10 per person, ages 7+, and yes, assistance is available.
🇺 Cannonsburgh Crafts: Patriotic Creations @ Cannonsburgh Village | Thursday (6/25) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats celebrating America turning 250 with patriotic crafts at Cannonsburgh, the kind of wholesome chaos that leaves glitter in your cup holders. It is free, family friendly, and proudly local, weather permitting, because even freedom takes a rain check around here.
🎉 50th Anniversary Celebration of Cannonsburgh Village @ Cannonsburgh Village | Friday (6/26) at 3:00 PM – Grab your walking shoes and toast Cannonsburgh Village turning 50, the pioneer playground where our grandparents’ stories have front porches. Bluegrass in the gazebo, gospel in the chapel, a quilting bee, blacksmith sparks, and local art, plus history you can actually poke around in.
🐾 Block Paw-ty @ Animal Medical Center | Saturday (6/27) at 12:00 PM – Block paw-ty vibes, with legit food, easy games, tempting raffles, and pet-care tips that beat a 2 a.m. Google spiral. Bring the kids and the leash, trade stories with fellow locals, and enjoy the kind of tail-wagging chaos that even the grumpy neighbor secretly loves.
🧒 Youth Open Play @ Boro Pickleball | Saturday (6/27) at 5:00 PM – Whether your tween needs to ditch screens or your teen needs somewhere that isn’t your couch, Youth Open Play is the Saturday night fix for ages 10 to 17. They get games and freedom with their crew, you get a quiet evening, and everyone wins.
🎳 Knock Down More Pins - Youth Bowlers Clinic @ Murfreesboro Strike & Spare @ Murfreesboro Strike & Spare | Monday (6/29) at 9:00 AM – At Murfreesboro Strike & Spare, this youth bowlers clinic ditches gimmicks and builds the mental game. Real-time drills, gold-medal routines the pros use, on-lane and behind-the-lane work, plus pressure-spotting tactics, so your kid handles nerves, reads the moment, and knocks down more than excuses.
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07 — The Murfreesboro report Weather forecastToday — High: 85°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 4%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. South southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 71°F — Precip: 19%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. South wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Trendsetter Homes custom build pairs luxury craftsmanship with everyday comfort. Hardwood flooring runs through the main living areas, while custom cabinetry and granite countertops add polish throughout. A chef-inspired kitchen, airy open spaces, and a private primary suite bring the wow factor. The bonus room flexes as an office, game room, or guest retreat.
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