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Dance Murfreesboro - Ballroom Dancing Classes

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

by Rob Janson

Tonight Dance Murfreesboro is holding a beginner Foxtrot class at 7 pm followed by an open dance from 8-10 pm. Light snacks will be provided. Music will including ballroom, swing, latin and country varieties. Cost is $10 which includes the class. Grab your significant other and head on over for a great time. Special note: Guys, you get major brownie points for this!

Dance Murfreesboro is held at The Warehouse, located at 730-A Middle Tennessee Blvd., Ste. 14
Visit www.dancemurfreesboro.com for more information.

Teen Tuesdays at Linebaugh Library

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

by Rob Janson

Every Tuesday from 4:30-6:30 pm at Linebaugh Library, located at 105 W. Vine St. in the 'Boro, area teens gather for something a little different (sometimes scripted and sometimes improvised). Open to ages 12-18 the library breaks out video games, board games, knitting circles, improv, zine workshops, writing workshops, book talks, and much more. There's something new for every teen every week at Linebaugh Library! Check out their FB page for more info http://www.facebook.com/pages/Murfreesboro-TN/Teen-Tuesday-Linebaugh-Library/272300071599

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Interview with Alex Charfen - 2010 Star Power Conference - Murfreesboro

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

by John Jones

John Jones interviews the president of Star Power Alex Charfen

This week John Jones received the distinct pleasure of sitting down to chat with Alex Charfen, who is the founder of the CDPE (Certified Distressed Property Expert) organization, as well the new owner of Star Power, an exclusive group of the nation's top real estate agents who constantly strive to better the real estate industry by sharing their knowledge with other agents. This summer Star Power will be bringing their annual conference to our hometown of Murfreesboro TN at Embassy Suites. We hope you enjoy this candid chat between Alex and John as they discuss Alex's recent acquisition of the Star Power organization, what to expect at the 2010 Star Power Conference (like a rare appearance by DAVE RAMSEY!), and why they chose Murfreesboro (as opposed to Nashville or another Metro city) as the host city for the annual event which perennially draws thousands of agents from across the US and Canada.

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Beer Tasting at 5 Senses

Monday, February 22, 2010

by Rob Janson

This evening 5 Senses is hosting a Samuel Smith's Beer Tasting from 5:30-7:00 PM. We'll be tasting five different varieties of the famous British brand. Cost is $10 and guests staying for dinner will recieve a 20% discount on their fare. 5 Senses is located at 1602 W. Northfield Blvd. For more info you can visit the 5 Senses website at www.fivesensesrestaurant.com

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The Center for the Arts - The Jungle Book Kids!

Sunday, February 21, 2010

by Rob Janson

Today marks the final performance of the hugely successful "The Jungle Book" production at the Rutherford County Center for the Arts. Based on the popluar Disney classic, the play features local children in all roles from Baloo the bear to Mowgli the man-cub and many many more. The show starts at 3:00 pm and being the final performance it is expected to be a hot ticket so call the Center at 615-904-2787 to get tickets in advance or visit the 'Boro Arts website at www.boroarts.org/theater/tickets

Murfreesboro/Rutherford County
Center For The Arts
110 West College Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

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Barnes & Noble's Local Author Day

Saturday, February 20, 2010

by Rob Janson

Today all you bookworms might consider taking a spin over the The Avenue and popping in to Barnes & Noble. If you've got kids shoot for 10:30 AM so you'll have time to grab some Starbucks before heading to the 11:00 AM storytime in the Children's section. This week's title is Max & Ruby: Max’s Birthday. Think your littl'n can't sit still? They typically have some crafts or other activities for them as well.

Beginning at Noon, Barnes and Noble is showcasing a number of our local authors. Scheduled to attend are Shari Howerton, Dr. Ruthie-Marie Beckwith, Max Sanders, Wayne Bradshaw, Rami Shapiro and others. A particular local read we've enjoyed recently is Steve Elder's book "How Much More Longer". Steve will be on hand answering questions and signing books as well.

If you do take the kids they'll likely be a little antsy again by the time you've learned all there is to know about our local writers...but you're in luck, just a short stroll around the corner, across from The Children's Place, is the Camp Avenue. Grab a snack and head over there and the kids can run loose in a tucked away confined area so you can enjoy the one of the books you just picked up from our local authors and what we're hoping to be yet another beautiful day in the 'Boro.

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Taste of the Town - Through The Grapevine - Murfreesboro

Friday, February 19, 2010

by Tim Dutton

This week Tim Dutton takes his Taste of the Town series to Through The Grapevine, located just off of Memorial Blvd. in Murfreesboro. Tim gets the privelege of taste testing Through The Grapevine's numerous dishes featuring thier famous chicken salad and gets our Taste of the Town viewers yet another FREE treat...cupcakes!!!

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The Rigney Family Band at the Walking Horse Hotel

Friday, February 19, 2010

by Rob Janson

Tonight’s event is our first “Around Murfreesboro” suggestion. Just outside of our lovely city lies the small town of Wartrace TN. If you’re game for a short trek out of town the Walking Horse Hotel, located at 101 Spring Street is playing host to The Rigney Family Band this evening beginning at 7:00 pm in the Chais Music Hall just inside the Hotel. The four piece family ensemble cover everything from traditional and contemporary bluegrass stylings to gospel and a touch of old-time.
Cost is $15 which includes a bite to eat, while drinks and snacks are sold separately. If you care to partake in libations the establishment does encourage BYOB, however the Hotel and Music Hall are non-smoking.

For more info call 931-389-7050 or visit www.WalkingHorseHotel.com

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All You Can Bowl at Murfreesboro Strike & Spare

Thursday, February 18, 2010

by Rob Janson

Every Thursday night Murfreesboro Strike and Spare offers a $10 All-You-Can-Bowl Special with FREE shoe rentals and 2 for 1 well drinks from 5:00 pm - Midnight.

For one night only (tonight) all patrons who mention 365Murfreesboro.com will receive an additional $3.00 off. That's right, bowl 'til you can bowl no more (or until the clock strikes 12) for only $7.00 just for mentioning 365Murfreesboro.com

Come out and see us tonight. Strike and Spare is located at 941 NW. Broad Street (beside Demo's) in the 'Boro.

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Canon EOS T2i (550D) - A Budding Photographer's New Best Friend?

Thursday, February 18, 2010

by Rob Janson

Canon EOS Rebel T2i - Cameras for Real Estate Agents

Anyone looking for a new camera? A quick heads-up. The soon to be released Canon T2i (550D) looks to be the clear winner for best value in the foreseeable future. It includes all the features of the stellar T1i plus a higher resolution LCD screen (actually better than the $1,000 more expensive 7D), full manual controls in video mode, and my personal favorite perk an external mic input. It also has a number of frame rate and resolution options for the video modes. It's a photo/video all in one dream for me (as I kick myself for getting the T1i only 4 months ago). The photo functionality remains largely the same, but for the convenience of video this camera will crush everything anywhere close to it's price range. Not interested in video functions. I suspect the price of the T1i will drop tremendously when this puppy hits the market on Feb. 24th. Retail on the Canon T2i is set for $799 body only or $899 with the kit 18-55mm lens.

Want a great real estate setup? A Canon T2i with the kit lens and a 10-22 mm will run you $1,500. Add a tripod, SD card and a cheap lavaliere (clip-on) microphone and you'll be set to handle just about anything. Want the basic works package? Throw in a 55-200mm lens and a 50mm and there won't be much you can't handle. Then buy a bag for all that stuff and the Canon EOS T2i book that they'll surely release around the same time and for under $2,000 you'll have more than enough to handle everything from listings and sports to family and artsy fartsy. I suspect you'll see a very immediate ROI that makes it worth 50-100 times what you just spent over the next year or two. Not to mention all those photos of your kids and grandchildren will be markedly better...maybe even good.