Things to do in Murfreesboro and Smyrna: Stage plays, bingo, beer, and more
September is winding down but there are still plenty of things to do, from stage plays to festive fundraisers.
"Hamlet"
Shakespeare’s "Hamlet" will be on stage each weekend through Sept. 25 at the Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St. in Murfreesboro. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. For more information or to purchase tickets, phone 615-904-2787 or visit BoroArts.org.
"Seussical" on stage
Springhouse Theatre, 14119 Old Nashville Highway in Smyrna, presents "Seussical" on stage each weekend through Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 1. Tickets are $128 for adults, $15 for military and seniors, and $12 for students. Order online at SpringhouseTheatre.com.
Oktoberfest at Oaklands
Oaklands Mansion, 900 N. Maney Ave. in Murfreesboro, will host the annual Oktoberfest from 3-7 p.m. Sept. 24. The craft beer festival’s growing list of brewers includes The Mid-State Brew Crew, The Mid-State Brewsters, Cedar Glade Brews, Dark Humor Brewing, Deep South Growlers, Lazy Sunday Brewing Company, and Thompson’s Brood. Several local food trucks include FitzWilly’s, My Roots Curbside Culinary, and Catarina’s Mexican-inspired dishes. All tickets must be purchased in advance. Admission for craft beer drinkers ages 21 and up is $45 and $20 for designated drivers 17 and older. Ages 16 and younger are admitted free. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs. For more information, visit oaklandsmansion.org.
Stepping Stones fundraiser: Bingo
Bingo in the Barn is set for 6 p.m. Sept. 27 at Saddlewoods Farm, 9522 Franklin Road in Murfreesboro. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit Stepping Stones Safe Haven, a women and children’s homeless shelter in downtown Murfreesboro. They staff a day shelter, The Haven at 720 Old Salem Road, offering clients a place to go during the day to shower, wash clothes, and get needed support to move from homelessness to housing. In addition, they provide overnight shelter for up to 12 women and children each night. Admission is $35 and includes seating, a charcuterie box, drinks, and dessert. Bingo sessions consist of four regular games plus a bonus opportunity; cards are $5 each. You can buy cards prior to the night or before the start of each round. Prize baskets have a value of $350 or more. For more information, visit steppingstonestn.org or call 615-900-4427, ext. 2.
Groovin' in the Boro
The Journey Home outreach presents Groovin’ In The Boro at 7 p.m. on Sept. 29 for a night of food, drinks, and live music. Award-winning singer-songwriters Ashley Cleveland, Pam Tillis, and Tricia Walker come together for a special evening of songs and stories at Hop Springs, 6790 John Bragg Highway in Murfreesboro. Singers will gather for an "in-the-round" performance similar to the Bluebird Cafe. Tickets start at $75 and include dinner, a cash bar, and a silent auction featuring artisan items and experiences. Proceeds benefit The Journey Home, a faith-based outreach for those in need. For more information, visit lovegodservepeople.org, call 865-278-8757, or email lcouser@lovegodservepeople.org.
"The Play That Goes All Wrong"
The Arts Center of Cannon County, 1424 John Bragg Highway in Woodbury, presents "The Play That Goes All Wrong" on stage each weekend from Sept. 23 through Oct. 8. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sunday matinees. Tickets are $13 to $15. The plot follows the opening night of the Cornley University Drama Society’s newest production, "The Murder at Haversham Manor," where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. Visit artscenterofcc.com to purchase tickets or call 615-563-2787.
Philharmonic concert
The Tennessee Philharmonic Orchestra's "Season of Stories" features five chapters and kicks off this month with "Overtures to the TPO." The performance is 7 p.m. on Sept. 29 at Belle Aire Baptist Church, 1307 N. Rutherford Blvd., in Murfreesboro. Tickets start at $25. Season tickets are $175 for premium seating to five mainstage concerts. To learn more, or to purchase tickets, visit tnphil.org or call 615-898-1862.
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