TMP Reports
Posted: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 2:57 pm

The new Cason Lane Trailhead features one large and two small pavilions, restrooms and a children’s playground. Photo submitted.

Murfreesboro announced a Grand Opening Celebration for the Greenway System’s latest addition, the new Cason Trailhead and 3-mile greenway extension.

Extending from Old Fort Park to Highway 99, the greenway follows the West Fork of the Stones River with scenic overlooks, an impressive bridge crossing, and continuing access to the beautiful natural settings within Murfreesboro.

Cason Trailhead, 1100 Cason Trail, features one large and two small pavilions, restrooms and a children’s playground.

The Grand Opening Celebration will take place from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28. The public is cordially invited to join local officials and dignitaries for a ribbon-cutting and opening ceremony followed by a community celebration featuring live music, family activities and cookout.

Schedule of Events:
6:00-6:30p.m.
Flag Ceremony, Boy Scouts of America
Cason Lane Academy, student choir performance
Ribbon Cutting and Opening Ceremony

6:30-8:00p.m.
The Emilie Schantz Band
Family Activities and Cookout

Presented by the City of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department, Friends of the Greenway and Lose and Associates, free admission and free food while supplies last.

For more information, please contact Angela Jackson at 615-893-2141 or email ajackson@murfreesborotn.gov.