Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation is set to host a festive event, Christmas at Patterson Park, transforming the venue into a winter wonderland. The event will feature over 20 decorated Christmas trees, holiday-themed entertainment, a variety of festive crafts and games, and sweet snacks. Attendees will also have the opportunity to capture memorable photos with a picturesque backdrop alongside Santa.
The event is scheduled to take place at Patterson Park Community Center on Saturday, December 14, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It is a free event, designed for all age groups to enjoy. The community center is located at 521 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Murfreesboro. Residents and visitors are encouraged to participate in this joyful holiday celebration.
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Annual Memorial Service for Homicide Victims
The 30th annual Season to Remember Memorial Service, dedicated to families who have lost loved ones to homicide, will be held at Centennial Park on December 12. Organized by the police department’s Family Intervention Program and other local organizations, the event allows families to honor victims by placing ornaments on a tree. The service will also include lighting ceremonies for Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. An ornament-making gathering is scheduled for December 10 at the Midtown Hills Precinct.