There will be games and activities for the kids, music, fireworks and refreshments for purchase. Rover will be available for shuttle service to and from nearby parking areas.

Please leave pets, grills, alcohol and fireworks including sparklers at home.

Colors will be presented at 8 p.m., followed by the signing of the National Anthem with accompaniment by the Murfreesboro Symphony Orchestra. The fireworks are slated to begin at 9 p.m.

But before America’s birthday party starts, celebrate summer in the outdoor pool at the SportsCom with the Rock the Pool Party from 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

For more information about either event, call the Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department at 890-5333.

During the celebration and after the fireworks, Airport Road will be closed. All traffic leaving McKnight Park MUST turn right onto DeJarnette Lane.

Rover will be available for shuttle service to and from nearby parking areas.

Reminder
Garbage pickup in the City of Murfreesboro that normally takes place on Mondays, has been moved to Tuesday, July 5, because of the holiday. Tuesday’s collection this week only, will be on Wednesday, July 6. If you have any questions, call 615-893-3681.

La Vergne Patriotic Picnic
Starting at 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in La Vergne, the city’s Parks and Recreation Department will hold a 4th of July celebration .

The free event will feature activities for children including face painting, games, and a bounce house.  Refresshments will be served beginning at 6 p.m. 

Thursday
1:30-3:00 p.m. - Splash Out. Siegel Neighborhood Park. 893-2141

Friday
6-11 a.m. - Rutherford County Farmer’s Market. Lane Agri-Park on John Rice Boulevard.

8:30-11 a.m. - Growing and Cooking with Herbs. Presented by the Master Gardeners. Lane Agri-Park. Janie Becker at 615-898-7710 or mailto:jbecker8@utk.edu

5-9 p.m. - Murfreesboro Hot Rod Club Cruise-In. The Avenue in the Belk parking lot. 4mhrc.net

5-9 p.m. - Central High School Reunion. Classes of 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 and 1972 at Friday Night Live. Mixer with light refreshments and cash bar. The Blue Rooster. No cover charge.

6:30 p.m. - Friday Night Live. Featuring The Crusty Veterans. Public Square.

Saturday
8 a.m. - Main Street Saturday Market. Historic Public Square. 895-1887

Noon-5 p.m. - Central High School Reunion. Remember the Tigers starts at 3 p.m. Central Magnet School. tecomm.com/Reunion1971.html