Memphis Heritage
Architectural Auction Fundraiser
When: October 10 | 6:30pm
Where: Memphis Heritage's Howard Hall
2282 Madison Avenue @ Edgewood
Hundreds of items from Memphis' past. Delights, Drama, Bargains and Bravado. Something for everyone including architectural artifacts, historic antiques, items from two movie sets, and a lot more.
Architectural elements from across the city will be auctioned during the event which is the non-profit's largest fundraiser whose mission is to protect properties that are vital to Memphis' history. The cost is $55 per person/non-members, $45 per person for MHI members. Tickets will be limited to the first 300 people.
To purchase tickets call the MHI office at 272-2727, email: info@memphisheritage.org or visit our web site at www.memphisheritage.org.
Note: all tickets purchased online are $55 each due to online fees.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Memphis Family Shelter 14th Annual Golf Scramble at Tunica National Golf & Tennis Club
14th annual golf scramble on Friday, October 9 with start times at 8:00am and 1:00pm held
at Tunica National Golf & Tennis Club.
Team sponsorship for 4 players is $800 and includes greens fees, breakfast, BBQ lunch, refreshments, golf hat and goody bags, plus 8 tickets to the Cocktail/Dinner Party, Live & Silent Auction at Fitz Casino starting at 6:30pm that evening.
Party tickets are available for $50.00
For more information contact Pat Post at 901-355-2460
at Tunica National Golf & Tennis Club.
Team sponsorship for 4 players is $800 and includes greens fees, breakfast, BBQ lunch, refreshments, golf hat and goody bags, plus 8 tickets to the Cocktail/Dinner Party, Live & Silent Auction at Fitz Casino starting at 6:30pm that evening.
Party tickets are available for $50.00
For more information contact Pat Post at 901-355-2460
Fairways & Runways benefitting Palmer Home for Children
The “fairways” portion is the 1st annual American National Golf Classic on Thursday, October 22, 1 p.m. shotgun start, Windyke Country Club, Individual $125, Team $500. The tourney will feature a wine and cheese jazz social after party as well. We are expecting at least 120 golfers for the tourney as well as their significant others for the after party.
The “runways” portion is the 10th annual Fall Fashion Luncheon on Friday, October 23, 11 a.m. Silent Auction, 12 p.m. Luncheon, University of Memphis Holiday Inn, Ticket $50, Table of 10 $400. We are expecting approximately 500 guests for the luncheon.
Art of Fine Living Opening Reception At the WKNO Digital Media Center
Art of Fine Living Opening Reception
Friday, October 23, 2009
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
At the WKNO Digital Media Center
7151 Cherry Farms Road in Cordova
Unveiling of the exquisite art that will be featured live on Channel 10 during this WKNO auction.
Friday, October 23, 2009
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
At the WKNO Digital Media Center
7151 Cherry Farms Road in Cordova
Unveiling of the exquisite art that will be featured live on Channel 10 during this WKNO auction.
Arts & Sciences Chapter Will Honor Outstanding Alumni Oct. 1
The University of Memphis’ College of Arts and Sciences Alumni Chapter will celebrate the achievements of five individuals as its annual awards dinner Thursday, Oct. 1, at The Racquet Club of Memphis. James Morse, Keith Prewitt and Dr. Thomas Appleton will be honored as outstanding alumni; Meah King will recognized as Outstanding Young Alumna; and Maurice Elliott will be named Outstanding Friend.
A reception will begin at 5:45 p.m., with the dinner and program following at 6:30.
Morse (BS ’90, MS ’93) is manager of Environmental Health and Safety and Process Support/Quality Control at the Ciba Corp. plant in West Memphis, where he has worked since 1992. Prior to that, he was a research chemist, production superintendent and project leader for construction of a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility. Morse initiated a donation from the Ciba Foundation Inc. that established the Ciba Foundation Scholars Fund in Chemistry at the U of M. The funds are awarded as annual stipends to attract, education and retain top undergraduate and graduate students in chemistry. The foundation also made a one-time donation toward the purchase of equipment for undergraduate chemistry research.
Prewitt (BA ’81) was appointed deputy director of the U.S. Secret Service in 2008. He oversees the agency’s daily operations, including more than 6,600 personnel and a $1.4 billion budget. Prewitt also develops and implements policy in relation to its investigative and protective mission. Prior to his appointment, the 26-year veteran of the Secret Service served as assistant director of the Office of Protective Operations. From 2003-06, Prewitt was assistant director of the Office of Human Resources and Training. He has received numerous honors during his career, including the 2006 Presidential Rank Award of Meritorious Executive in the Senior Executive Service and the 2005 Department of Homeland Security’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Diversity Management. Prewitt began is Secret Service career in the Memphis field office. Assignments followed in the Washington and Chicago field offices and Vice Presidential Protective Division. He also is a former Memphis police officer.
Appleton (BA ’71) is professor of history and associate director of the Center for Kentucky History and Politics at Eastern Kentucky University. From 1979-2000 he served as editor in chief of historical publications for the Kentucky Historical Society. He supervised the writing and placement of historical markers across the state, as well as publication of more than 300 scholarly articles on Kentucky history. Appleton is the author or editor of five books, including A Mythic Land Apart: Reassessing Southerners and Their History and Searching for Their Places: Women in the South Across Four Centuries.
King, who earned a 2002 B.A. degree in English and a 2005 master of arts in teaching, is an English teacher at East High School. In 2008 she was named Educator of the Year by the Memphis Alliance of Black School Educators. For the past several years, King’s 10th-grade students have averaged a 97 percent passage rate for the state-required language exam. In 2008, 99 percent of her students passed the exam. Administrators praise the way King works with students, motivating them and helping them achieve success. She is faculty sponsor for East’s Peer Power program and teaches GED diploma classes and ACT preparation classes for high school students.
Elliott is CEO emeritus of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. He served as CEO of the healthcare system from 1990-2002. During his tenure, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare included 14 hospitals and more than 11,000 employees. From 1963-87, Elliott was on the administrative staff of Baptist Memorial Hospital, serving and its administrator from 1979-86. Since 2003 he has been executive-in-residence for the U of M’s master’s program in health administration. He teaches classes, serves as a faculty and student adviser, helps with strategic planning and serves on the community advisory board. He also participates in the Maurice Elliott Leadership Institute, a partnership between the U of M and Methodist Le Bonheur to provide advanced management training to managers at Methodist Le Bonheur.
Reservations must be made by Sept. 25. Tickets are $55 per person, $440 for a table of eight.
For reservations or more information, call alumni coordinator Fariss Adams Ivey at 901-678-4373.
A reception will begin at 5:45 p.m., with the dinner and program following at 6:30.
Morse (BS ’90, MS ’93) is manager of Environmental Health and Safety and Process Support/Quality Control at the Ciba Corp. plant in West Memphis, where he has worked since 1992. Prior to that, he was a research chemist, production superintendent and project leader for construction of a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility. Morse initiated a donation from the Ciba Foundation Inc. that established the Ciba Foundation Scholars Fund in Chemistry at the U of M. The funds are awarded as annual stipends to attract, education and retain top undergraduate and graduate students in chemistry. The foundation also made a one-time donation toward the purchase of equipment for undergraduate chemistry research.
Prewitt (BA ’81) was appointed deputy director of the U.S. Secret Service in 2008. He oversees the agency’s daily operations, including more than 6,600 personnel and a $1.4 billion budget. Prewitt also develops and implements policy in relation to its investigative and protective mission. Prior to his appointment, the 26-year veteran of the Secret Service served as assistant director of the Office of Protective Operations. From 2003-06, Prewitt was assistant director of the Office of Human Resources and Training. He has received numerous honors during his career, including the 2006 Presidential Rank Award of Meritorious Executive in the Senior Executive Service and the 2005 Department of Homeland Security’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in Diversity Management. Prewitt began is Secret Service career in the Memphis field office. Assignments followed in the Washington and Chicago field offices and Vice Presidential Protective Division. He also is a former Memphis police officer.
Appleton (BA ’71) is professor of history and associate director of the Center for Kentucky History and Politics at Eastern Kentucky University. From 1979-2000 he served as editor in chief of historical publications for the Kentucky Historical Society. He supervised the writing and placement of historical markers across the state, as well as publication of more than 300 scholarly articles on Kentucky history. Appleton is the author or editor of five books, including A Mythic Land Apart: Reassessing Southerners and Their History and Searching for Their Places: Women in the South Across Four Centuries.
King, who earned a 2002 B.A. degree in English and a 2005 master of arts in teaching, is an English teacher at East High School. In 2008 she was named Educator of the Year by the Memphis Alliance of Black School Educators. For the past several years, King’s 10th-grade students have averaged a 97 percent passage rate for the state-required language exam. In 2008, 99 percent of her students passed the exam. Administrators praise the way King works with students, motivating them and helping them achieve success. She is faculty sponsor for East’s Peer Power program and teaches GED diploma classes and ACT preparation classes for high school students.
Elliott is CEO emeritus of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. He served as CEO of the healthcare system from 1990-2002. During his tenure, Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare included 14 hospitals and more than 11,000 employees. From 1963-87, Elliott was on the administrative staff of Baptist Memorial Hospital, serving and its administrator from 1979-86. Since 2003 he has been executive-in-residence for the U of M’s master’s program in health administration. He teaches classes, serves as a faculty and student adviser, helps with strategic planning and serves on the community advisory board. He also participates in the Maurice Elliott Leadership Institute, a partnership between the U of M and Methodist Le Bonheur to provide advanced management training to managers at Methodist Le Bonheur.
Reservations must be made by Sept. 25. Tickets are $55 per person, $440 for a table of eight.
For reservations or more information, call alumni coordinator Fariss Adams Ivey at 901-678-4373.
Going Hollywood with International Association of Administrative Professionals - Memphis Chapter
Charity event "Going Hollywood" to be held Monday, November 9, 2009, 6:00 p.m. at White Station Church of Christ.
The proceeds from our charity event will be donated to the Retirement Center Trust
The proceeds from our charity event will be donated to the Retirement Center Trust
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Memphis Symphony League Perfect Party II
Name of Event: Perfect Party II
Organization responsible for event: Memphis Symphony League
Date of Event: Saturday, October 10, 2009
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Appropriate Age: Adult Audience
Cost of Admission: $150.00 and $200.00 per person
Event Description: The Memphis Symphony League presents its Perfect Party II featuring a cocktail reception for guests on The Peabody Rooftop, silent auction, dancing, and dinner on The Peabody Skyway.
Location: The Peabody Hotel Roof and Skyway
Address: 149 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
Phone Number: Call Nancy Lou Jones, Memphis Symphony League president, at 901-683-0736
Event Website: www.memphissymphony.org
Under the Big Top Halloween Party!
Memphis TN, [September 1, 2009] – On Saturday night, October 31, 2009, Friends For Life Corporation will raise the big top for this year’s incredible hauntingly wacky Under the Big Top Halloween Party. “This party will be a trick or treat to the senses and definitely not to be missed” says Bill Burtch, Planning Committee Co-Chair.
The Under the Big Top Halloween Party will include wacky, circus themed hors d'oeuvres and decor, DJ Steve Anne will spin the hottest tunes, and a CASH prize costume contest that just has to be seen to be believed! This will be unlike any circus you have ever seen.
Details:
• Under the Big Top Halloween Party
• Saturday, October 31, 2009
• Bridges, 477 N. 5th Street (Behind St. Jude @ 5th Street & Auction)
• 9pm-1am
• $35 at the Door, or $25 in advance at www.friendsforlifecorp.org
• Costumes are encouraged but not required.
• 901-272-0855 X223
• www.friendsforlifecorp.org/halloween
• This is a benefit for Friends For Life, the premier Mid-South HIV/AIDS Services Agency.
This grand event, in its 4th year, proved to be a huge hit in 2008 with over 300 guests in attendance. This year’s party promises to be an even bigger success. Not only is this Memphis’s premier Halloween party benefit, it provides the opportunity for the community to lend support to those living with HIV/AIDS.
The Under the Big Top Halloween Party will include wacky, circus themed hors d'oeuvres and decor, DJ Steve Anne will spin the hottest tunes, and a CASH prize costume contest that just has to be seen to be believed! This will be unlike any circus you have ever seen.
Details:
• Under the Big Top Halloween Party
• Saturday, October 31, 2009
• Bridges, 477 N. 5th Street (Behind St. Jude @ 5th Street & Auction)
• 9pm-1am
• $35 at the Door, or $25 in advance at www.friendsforlifecorp.org
• Costumes are encouraged but not required.
• 901-272-0855 X223
• www.friendsforlifecorp.org/halloween
• This is a benefit for Friends For Life, the premier Mid-South HIV/AIDS Services Agency.
This grand event, in its 4th year, proved to be a huge hit in 2008 with over 300 guests in attendance. This year’s party promises to be an even bigger success. Not only is this Memphis’s premier Halloween party benefit, it provides the opportunity for the community to lend support to those living with HIV/AIDS.
15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival Brings Sweet Family Fun to Downtown and Raises Funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis
Memphis (TN) – I scream, you scream, we all scream for…the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival! Make a sweet donation to the children and families of Ronald McDonald House of Memphis while enjoying scoops of frozen ice cream delights and family fun on Saturday, September 26th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at AutoZone Park (200 Union Ave. – Downtown Memphis).
Got a serious sweet tooth? Can’t imagine life without ice cream? Enjoy a bit of brain freeze? Then bring the whole family Downtown for a day of ice cream, treats, games and entertainment as Schnucks presents the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival. Kids will love the Children’s Activity Land, featuring a variety of games and prizes for children big and small. Hang out with Ronald McDonald, Rockey Redbird, the Secret Order of the Boll Weevils and other costumed characters. Enjoy a special performance by the Watoto de Afrika Dance Group, and get ready to be amazed by Ronald’s Magic Show. And let’s not forget about the star of the event…ICE CREAM! Treat yourself to a mouth-watering variety of delicious ice cream flavors, frozen treats and cookies and don’t miss out on the ever popular Ice Cream Feeding Contest for some truly messy fun.
As part of the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival, Ronald McDonald House of Memphis is also proud to introduce its new community fundraising initiative, Pop-Tab-Palooza. Communities, organizations, schools, churches and social groups are encouraged to collect pop tabs from soda and beer cans, canned fruits and vegetables, soup cans and pet food cans to be recycled by Ronald McDonald House. Pop-Tab-Palooza is a great way to help children and communities understand a little more about recycling as well as help out the children and families who call Ronald McDonald House their “home-away-from-home”. To learn more about Pop-Tab-Palooza or to register your group to participate, please visit us online at www.rmhmemphis.org.
Tickets to the Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival are $7 in advance and are now available at Ronald McDonald House of Memphis (535 Alabama Ave.) or pick them up at all Schnucks locations. Admission is $10 per person at the door; children ages three and under get in free. “First Come First Served” complimentary parking available at the Toyota Center (175 Toyota Center).
All proceeds from the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival benefit the children and families of Ronald McDonald House of Memphis.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Jordan Proctor, Special Events Coordinator at (901) 312-7479 or Jordan@rmhmemphis.org or visit us online at www.rmhmemphis.org.
Got a serious sweet tooth? Can’t imagine life without ice cream? Enjoy a bit of brain freeze? Then bring the whole family Downtown for a day of ice cream, treats, games and entertainment as Schnucks presents the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival. Kids will love the Children’s Activity Land, featuring a variety of games and prizes for children big and small. Hang out with Ronald McDonald, Rockey Redbird, the Secret Order of the Boll Weevils and other costumed characters. Enjoy a special performance by the Watoto de Afrika Dance Group, and get ready to be amazed by Ronald’s Magic Show. And let’s not forget about the star of the event…ICE CREAM! Treat yourself to a mouth-watering variety of delicious ice cream flavors, frozen treats and cookies and don’t miss out on the ever popular Ice Cream Feeding Contest for some truly messy fun.
As part of the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival, Ronald McDonald House of Memphis is also proud to introduce its new community fundraising initiative, Pop-Tab-Palooza. Communities, organizations, schools, churches and social groups are encouraged to collect pop tabs from soda and beer cans, canned fruits and vegetables, soup cans and pet food cans to be recycled by Ronald McDonald House. Pop-Tab-Palooza is a great way to help children and communities understand a little more about recycling as well as help out the children and families who call Ronald McDonald House their “home-away-from-home”. To learn more about Pop-Tab-Palooza or to register your group to participate, please visit us online at www.rmhmemphis.org.
Tickets to the Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival are $7 in advance and are now available at Ronald McDonald House of Memphis (535 Alabama Ave.) or pick them up at all Schnucks locations. Admission is $10 per person at the door; children ages three and under get in free. “First Come First Served” complimentary parking available at the Toyota Center (175 Toyota Center).
All proceeds from the 15th Annual Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival benefit the children and families of Ronald McDonald House of Memphis.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Jordan Proctor, Special Events Coordinator at (901) 312-7479 or Jordan@rmhmemphis.org or visit us online at www.rmhmemphis.org.
MEMPHIS NAVY LEAGUE HOSTS “WINE UNDER WINGS”
Memphis, TN - The Memphis Council of the Navy League of the United States is hosting their annual wine tasting on Thursday 8 October 2009. The event will take place at Wilson Air Center located at 2930 Winchester Road, near the Memphis International Airport. The theme of this year’s event, “Spirit of the Sea - Wine under Wings,” supports the “Big Band” era. Music will be provided by the Memphis Knights band, an 18-piece local swing band. The event begins at 7pm and will include a silent auction, as well as heavy hors d’oeuvres and dancing.
Participating in the event will be the Naval Support Activity Mid-South, US Coast Guard Sector Lower Mississippi, US Marine Corps Reserve Memphis, the BB-43 Division of the Sea Cadet corps, and Navy and Marine Corps Midshipmen from the University of Memphis and Ole Miss ROTC units. Additionally, several wives of crew members of the fleet attack submarine, USS Memphis (SSN 691) will be attending as special guests. A static display of numerous aircraft is also being planned. In addition, any adult ticketholder may bring supervised minors to view the aircraft and talk to aircrew from 3:30-5:30 pm, prior to the main event.
The Memphis Council of the Navy League of the United States is part of a network of more than 260 councils throughout the U. S. and around the world. Councils offer members the opportunity to become personally involved with the Navy League and to support the sea services in their local communities.
Those wishing to attend the event should contact Candy Rose at (901) 683-5350 or Phil Work at (901) 489-1741 for more information. Tickets are $75.00 per person or $750 for a table of 10.
Participating in the event will be the Naval Support Activity Mid-South, US Coast Guard Sector Lower Mississippi, US Marine Corps Reserve Memphis, the BB-43 Division of the Sea Cadet corps, and Navy and Marine Corps Midshipmen from the University of Memphis and Ole Miss ROTC units. Additionally, several wives of crew members of the fleet attack submarine, USS Memphis (SSN 691) will be attending as special guests. A static display of numerous aircraft is also being planned. In addition, any adult ticketholder may bring supervised minors to view the aircraft and talk to aircrew from 3:30-5:30 pm, prior to the main event.
The Memphis Council of the Navy League of the United States is part of a network of more than 260 councils throughout the U. S. and around the world. Councils offer members the opportunity to become personally involved with the Navy League and to support the sea services in their local communities.
Those wishing to attend the event should contact Candy Rose at (901) 683-5350 or Phil Work at (901) 489-1741 for more information. Tickets are $75.00 per person or $750 for a table of 10.
Memphis Farmers Market's 4th Annual HARVEST CELEBRATION!
VOLUNTEERS, SAVE THE DATE!!
4th Annual
HARVEST CELEBRATION!
Sunday, Nov. 8
4pm - 7pm
Inside at
CENTRAL STATION
adjacent to the market at 545 S. Main
Volunteers, we need your help
to make the nonprofit Memphis Farmers Market's
largest, most important fundraiser successful!
Mark your calendars for an early evening of volunteer fun and excitement,
complete with fabulous live and silent auctions,
delicious libations, open bar,
and a bountiful harvest
of laughter, community, and a hoe-down good time!
Yes ... working volunteers get FREE entry to the party!
TICKET PRICES THRU OCT 31:
(pass this on to family and friends)
Single: $45
Couple: $80
Vendors & Volunteers (not working the event): $25
Purchase tickets at the market
or visit www.memphisfarmersmarket.com
Stay tuned!
More info will be cultivated and trucked your way soon ...
Cotton Club presents the Memphis Knights Saturday October 17th
Cotton Club presents the Memphis Knights
Saturday October 17th
Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door
Doors open at 7 pm, music begins at 7:30 pm
This is a BYOB event, set ups available for a small donation to museum
Call the museum for further details and reservations
901.531.7826
Saturday October 17th
Tickets $10 in advance, $12 at the door
Doors open at 7 pm, music begins at 7:30 pm
This is a BYOB event, set ups available for a small donation to museum
Call the museum for further details and reservations
901.531.7826
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