In Smyrna this week the town only has one planned meeting.

Next Town Council Workshop is: April 29, 2008 - 7:00 PM

They don't have the agenda online yet, but I hope they discuss the issue of my "Good Neighbor Fowl System". I may attempt to dazzle them with another of my handouts. If you don't mind would you take a moment and write them in support of this proposal of mine. here is a link to the town council where all their email addresses are, and the town hall contact numbers. Let them know you want the chance to be a good neighbor.

"Promise me I'll live another 15 years, that would make me 30 "

OK people I have an update on Brandon Brewer and this update is one that is going to make your heart heavy. I have heard from his mother today and she informs me that Brandon is in the first stages of liver failure. The doctors told her that he has about One year to live if he doesn't get the transplants that he needs. They are making plans now to head to Pittsburgh this weekend to see the doctors and try to figure out what to do next.

As a 15 yr old young man I couldn't deal with this like he is dealing with this.I was told by his mother that Christmas is his favorite time of year and mine as WELL! They are going to be putting up the Christmas tree this afternoon and they are going to leave it up until he is feeling better. As most of you know I had a fundraiser this past month at the Smyrna bowling center and we ended up raising about $3837.00. Which will help with medical bills. The family has to pay out so much per month that they don't get to do anything for the family. I have decided that maybe we should do another fundraiser but this time make it a Christmas party/fundraiser. I know of a great band called Soul Incision and they are a group of doctors and such at Vanderbilt Hospital and by night they play music and when I heard this band I fell in love with them. I am going to see if they play for the event I will be planning. I would like to see if anyone out there would be able to help me plan a special night with music and food and gifts or donations? I would also need someone to donated a place to hold this event. Either a church or nightclub or a multi- purpose room would be great. I would like to have as many people in the area involved with this to make this such a special night for Brandon because people, this might be his last Christmas. Anyone that is willing to help out please email me at bearroller9640@yahoo.com. Check out his site here for all the updates He did the other day tell his mom and I quote "Promise me I'll live another 15 years, that would make me 30 " This tears up my heart something bad. I pray that he gets the much needed transplants and soon. want to donate alittle something then you can. Want to help me with doing another event please call me at 995-2636 and lets make this a great night for Brandon!!

The family of Brandon Brewer has a trust fund set up to help the family defer the enormous cost of medical bills. Send money to:
First Tennessee Bank
c/o Christopher Brandon Brewer
770 Nissan Drive
Smyrna, TN 37167

Chick-fil-A-full-of-fun

Chick-fil-A is going to be opening on May 10th. I found that this is not going to be an "open the door and stand back" grand opening, but a party with gifts.

Chick-fil-A, celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, will open its newest restaurant in Smyrna on May 10, giving away $26,000 in free Chick-fil-A food to the first 100 adults in line that morning.

A one-year supply of free Chick-fil-A combo meals (52 coupons) will be awarded to each of the first 100 adults, age 18 and older with identification, at the new restaurant at 470 Sam Ridley Parkway West. The line can begin forming up to 24 hours prior to the opening, with the prizes being given away on May 10 between 6-6:30 a.m. The restaurant will open immediately afterward.

Sounds like a blast.

Something to do near Smyrna

Today and tomorrow the Main Street JazzFest '07 is happening in Murfreesboro.

Sponsored by Main Street, Inc., Enjoy the best of local, regional and nationally known jazz artists in the shadow of the historic Rutherford County Courthouse. This is a free family oriented event with a large children's activity area and numerous food vendors. No admission charge. Contact: Main Street, (615) 895-1887

Let us just hope the weather cooperates.

Something to do in Smyrna

This looks like an activity that would be great for the family.

The Sam Davis home is having an event I may go out and see today.

May 3-4 2007 – Days on the Farm

Experience what it would have been like to live over 100 years ago! This popular living history celebration will feature over 25 demonstrations such as blacksmithing, quilting, spinning, weaving, and lye soap making. Event hours are 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Admission is $5 per person.

Enjoy.

Something to do in Smyrna.

I have found that the rather large and imposing building called the Nissan plant is open for regular tours.

Tour the Nissan North America manufacturing plant in Smyrna where five Nissan brand cars and trucks roll off the lines. Maxima, Altima, Xterra compact SUV, Frontier truck, and Pathfinder SUV. The massive $2.1 billion facility covers 5.4 million square feet on 884 acres. More than one-half million vehicles roll off the line every year, and you are welcome to watch. Hours: Tours are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Visitors view a video about the company and then ride the tram on a guided tour of the plant. No children under the age of ten are allowed on the tour. Cameras, including camera phones, are not allowed in the plant. Advance reservations are required. Admission: No admission charged. Location: 983 Nissan Drive, Smyrna, TN 37167. For more information and to make reservations, please call 615-459-1444.

If you have a scout troop, or school group, this may be a great activity for them. I remember enjoying myself when I toured the corvette plant in Bowling Green Kentucky years ago.