“Celebrating the Magic of Children” Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital Grand Opening Celebration
Memphis, Tenn. - On Saturday, June 19, 2010, the new Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital will be the site of a black tie gala to open the hospital in style. A champagne reception will begin at 7 p.m. including hors d'oeuvres provided by local restaurants, a silent auction, and guided tours of the new state-of-the-art children’s hospital to see where magic truly happens. Following the reception, guests will enjoy a diverse array of food, a live auction, and musical entertainment by GalaxyRed from St. Louis will continue the magic of the evening.
The live auction will feature amazing opportunities such as two tickets to next year’s Grammy Awards, a ride for two on a Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade float, tickets to NASCAR Brickyard 400 with transportation aboard a FedEx Jet to get you there in style, and other unique, not-to-be-missed, items. Tickets are $250 each and sponsor tables are available by contacting the Le Bonheur Club office at (901) 682-9905. This once-in-a-lifetime event will be hosted by Le Bonheur Club, along with FedEx Corp., who is a title sponsor. Other major sponsors include First Tennessee and Skanska. All proceeds will benefit the Le Bonheur Child Life Endowment, funding play, art and music therapy to enrich the lives of healing kids.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Memphis Brewfest - Autozone Park, April 24, 4pm-8pm
The inaugural Memphis Brewfest, a beer tasting event offering samples of over 90 beers, would like to invite you to this exciting event. All net proceeds benefit Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy and Memphis Redbirds Foundation. It will take place in the courtyard of Autozone Park on Saturday, April 24, from 4-8pm, live music by Patrick Dodd and Evolution. Please visit www.memphisbrewfest.com for more information.
31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis
One Weekend a Year, Experience the Earth Wide Open in Memphis
31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis
Memphis (TN) – The Memphis Archaeological & Geological Society invites you to complete your Earth Day celebration by seeing what’s inside the Earth! The 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show will be held at the Agricenter International (7777 Walnut Grove Rd.) on Saturday, April 24th and Sunday, April 25th. Over 30 dealers, exhibitors, and speakers from throughout the United States will give participants the opportunity to purchase and learn about rocks, fossils, minerals, hand crafted jewelry, beads and a variety of lapidary arts. The ROCK ZONE will also return with fun for the whole family, including the Gem Dig, Rocks Around the Clock, panning for gems, and Paint a Rock. The 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show will once again host its Professional Speaker Series with discussions on Mineral Color, The Disappearance of the Late Prehistoric People of the Mississippi Valley, Quartz Collecting in Arkansas and many more.
The Show will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for those 12 and under. Scouts in uniform will be admitted for free. Part of the proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis.
The Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society, chartered by the State of Tennessee on September 29, 1958, is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Current membership is over 250. The objectives of the Society are in part to promote an active interest in earth science, archaeology and the lapidary arts in the Mid-South by conducting public programs for scientific and educational purposes. The Memphis Mineral, Fossil, and Jewelry Show is the Society’s largest single annual event. The Society meets every month with both adult and youth programs and takes field trips on a regular basis for the purpose of collecting and/or education. More information about the Society can be found at www.memphisgeology.org.
For more information on the 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show please contact W.C. McDaniel, 2010 Show Chairman at (901) 274-7706 or info@theearthwideopen.com. To learn more about how YOU can help Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis log on to www.rmhmemphis.org.
Ronald McDonald House is a “home-away-from-home” for families who are in Memphis while their child is receiving treatment for cancer or another catastrophic illness at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All families stay completely free of charge.
31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show to Benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis
Memphis (TN) – The Memphis Archaeological & Geological Society invites you to complete your Earth Day celebration by seeing what’s inside the Earth! The 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show will be held at the Agricenter International (7777 Walnut Grove Rd.) on Saturday, April 24th and Sunday, April 25th. Over 30 dealers, exhibitors, and speakers from throughout the United States will give participants the opportunity to purchase and learn about rocks, fossils, minerals, hand crafted jewelry, beads and a variety of lapidary arts. The ROCK ZONE will also return with fun for the whole family, including the Gem Dig, Rocks Around the Clock, panning for gems, and Paint a Rock. The 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show will once again host its Professional Speaker Series with discussions on Mineral Color, The Disappearance of the Late Prehistoric People of the Mississippi Valley, Quartz Collecting in Arkansas and many more.
The Show will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $2.00 for those 12 and under. Scouts in uniform will be admitted for free. Part of the proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis.
The Memphis Archaeological and Geological Society, chartered by the State of Tennessee on September 29, 1958, is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Current membership is over 250. The objectives of the Society are in part to promote an active interest in earth science, archaeology and the lapidary arts in the Mid-South by conducting public programs for scientific and educational purposes. The Memphis Mineral, Fossil, and Jewelry Show is the Society’s largest single annual event. The Society meets every month with both adult and youth programs and takes field trips on a regular basis for the purpose of collecting and/or education. More information about the Society can be found at www.memphisgeology.org.
For more information on the 31st Annual Memphis Mineral, Fossil & Jewelry Show please contact W.C. McDaniel, 2010 Show Chairman at (901) 274-7706 or info@theearthwideopen.com. To learn more about how YOU can help Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Memphis log on to www.rmhmemphis.org.
Ronald McDonald House is a “home-away-from-home” for families who are in Memphis while their child is receiving treatment for cancer or another catastrophic illness at St Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All families stay completely free of charge.
Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services Will Host “Adopt a Shelter Pet” Limited Edition Stamp Unveiling with USPS
Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services Will Host “Adopt a Shelter Pet” Limited Edition Stamp Unveiling with USPS
Memphis, TN Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services will host the local unveiling of the 2010 limited edition "Animal Rescue: Adopt a Shelter Pet" stamp on Saturday, May 29th, 1-3 pm at Askew Nixon Ferguson Architects located at 1500 Union Avenue. ANF are the architects of the new Memphis Animal Shelter. The stamp set features photographs of real shelter pets and the USPS has anticipated its popularity by printing 300 million stamps.
Barbara Standing, director of development of Mid-South Spay & Neuter hopes the stamp will draw attention to pet overpopulation as well as the need for more adoptions. She says,” This is a banner event for animal lovers and stamp enthusiasts—we’re hoping many of both will come out. The event is free and open to the public and the USPS will be there with its mobile post office ready to sell the animal themed stamps and other commemorative items" The stamps are expected to sell out quickly nationwide.
To assist with the official stamp unveiling will be Congressman Steve Cohen and new shelter administrator Matthew Pepper. To emphasize the importance of the commemorative stamp, Memphis Animal Shelter will also be on hand with some pets ready for adoption. Representatives of Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services will be available to discuss affordable and often free spay and neuter options as the humane solution to overcrowding at our shelters and animal rescue groups.
“Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services is proud to work with such organizations as the United States Postal Service and Memphis Animal Services,” says Standing. “The problem of pet population is multi-faceted and requires the input and cooperation of many entities. We are excited to partner with them and look forward to a long and successful relationship.” For more information on Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services see www.spaymemphis.org
Memphis, TN Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services will host the local unveiling of the 2010 limited edition "Animal Rescue: Adopt a Shelter Pet" stamp on Saturday, May 29th, 1-3 pm at Askew Nixon Ferguson Architects located at 1500 Union Avenue. ANF are the architects of the new Memphis Animal Shelter. The stamp set features photographs of real shelter pets and the USPS has anticipated its popularity by printing 300 million stamps.
Barbara Standing, director of development of Mid-South Spay & Neuter hopes the stamp will draw attention to pet overpopulation as well as the need for more adoptions. She says,” This is a banner event for animal lovers and stamp enthusiasts—we’re hoping many of both will come out. The event is free and open to the public and the USPS will be there with its mobile post office ready to sell the animal themed stamps and other commemorative items" The stamps are expected to sell out quickly nationwide.
To assist with the official stamp unveiling will be Congressman Steve Cohen and new shelter administrator Matthew Pepper. To emphasize the importance of the commemorative stamp, Memphis Animal Shelter will also be on hand with some pets ready for adoption. Representatives of Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services will be available to discuss affordable and often free spay and neuter options as the humane solution to overcrowding at our shelters and animal rescue groups.
“Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services is proud to work with such organizations as the United States Postal Service and Memphis Animal Services,” says Standing. “The problem of pet population is multi-faceted and requires the input and cooperation of many entities. We are excited to partner with them and look forward to a long and successful relationship.” For more information on Mid-South Spay & Neuter Services see www.spaymemphis.org
"Brides Against Breast Cancer"
Charity Event for "Brides Against Breast Cancer" will be held the weekend of May 28, 2010 at Esplanade in Cordova, TN.
VIP night is the 28th 6pm-9pm and the 29th is the sale.
For more information please visit their website:
www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org
VIP night is the 28th 6pm-9pm and the 29th is the sale.
For more information please visit their website:
www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org
Cooper Young Festival Art Invitational and Kickoff Party
This year's Cooper Young Festival Art Invitational and Kickoff Party will be Thursday, September 17 from 6 - 9 pm. The Cooper Young Art Invitational highlights the work of local artists that work or live in CY. All proceeds from the art sales go back to the individual artists.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Theatre for Hope Benefitting Hope House on May 17th
Our Theatre for Hope event is Saturday, May 15 beginning at 6pm at Playhouse
on the Square. Theatre for Hope will have a wine tasting, silent auction,
and a special performance of the smash Broadway show, Oliver!. This is our
second year of the event. Last year's event sold out. Our event takes
place on Saturday, May 15th, 2010 and will be held at Playhouse on the
Square in the heart of Midtown Memphis. Tickets are $50.00/person or
$75.00/couple. We expect 400 to attend. The money raised from the auction
will directly support the daily operations of this vital program.
Amazing April at GPAC!
Upcoming Events
Academy of St. Martin
in the Fields
April 13
Jazz in the Box
Rene Koopman
April 16
Germantown Symphony
April 17
Germantown Chorus
April 18
David Sedaris
April 22
GPAC Gala
April 24
Van Cliburn Gold Medalist
April 29
The Rat Pack is Back!
May 2
101 Years of Broadway
May 14
Academy of St. Martin
in the Fields
April 13
Jazz in the Box
Rene Koopman
April 16
Germantown Symphony
April 17
Germantown Chorus
April 18
David Sedaris
April 22
GPAC Gala
April 24
Van Cliburn Gold Medalist
April 29
The Rat Pack is Back!
May 2
101 Years of Broadway
May 14
Memphis Zoo - Zoo Brew
May 28, 2010 - Zoo Brew
7 to 10 p.m.
Ages 21 and up
$20/Members, $25/Nonmembers
Tickets are limited - call (901) 333-6572
Get ready, beer connoisseurs! Zoo Brew at the Memphis Zoo is gearing up to be our biggest brew yet. Taste beers from around the world and enjoy live entertainment from Doc Shots Band. Food, wine and soft drinks will also be available for purchase. Purchase tickets now at memphiszoo.org/zoobrew.
7 to 10 p.m.
Ages 21 and up
$20/Members, $25/Nonmembers
Tickets are limited - call (901) 333-6572
Get ready, beer connoisseurs! Zoo Brew at the Memphis Zoo is gearing up to be our biggest brew yet. Taste beers from around the world and enjoy live entertainment from Doc Shots Band. Food, wine and soft drinks will also be available for purchase. Purchase tickets now at memphiszoo.org/zoobrew.
Playhouse on the Square 33rd Annual Original Art Auction
Saturday, April 17th
Playhouse on the Square
Live Auction begins at 6:30pm
Silent Auction – All Day
Playhouse on the Square’s 33rd Annual Original Art Auction will take place on Saturday, April 17th. With over 160 artists contributing one-of-a-kind pieces for a live and silent auction, the pARTy of the year will be at Playhouse on the Square. Auctioneers Gene Katz, Mike McLaren, and Michael Detroit help to create a party atmosphere for everyone from the serious art buyer to the auction novice. Admission is $25, which will be deducted from the purchase price of art, and hors d’oeuvres and beverages are complimentary. Artsy hors d’oeuvres are being provided by Wade & Company, and beverages are provided by Southwestern Distributing.
The Silent Auction will be all day beginning at 10:00am. The Live Auction will begin at 6:30pm with a special appearance by the cast of Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. For more information, please call 901-725-0766.
There will be a special Art Preview Reception Wednesday, April 14 from 5:00-7:00pm. Take advantage of this opportunity to come in and preview the art early.
Donating artists include: Michele G. Allen, Jimpsie Ayres, Valerie Berlin, Deborah Brown, Karen “Bottle” Capps, Tom Clifton, Dudley Condron, Angi Cooper, Stephen B. Crump, Katie Dann, Mimi S. Dann, Dennis Eleogram, Bud Gardner, Dr. Tom Gettelfinger, Suzanne Henley, Pinkney Herbert, Susan Inman, Barbara Lieberman, John McIntire, Annabelle Meacham, Jeannine Paul, Mary M. Reed, Dolph Smith, Terry Twyman, Mahaffey White, and more than 100 other local artists.
Playhouse on the Square
Live Auction begins at 6:30pm
Silent Auction – All Day
Playhouse on the Square’s 33rd Annual Original Art Auction will take place on Saturday, April 17th. With over 160 artists contributing one-of-a-kind pieces for a live and silent auction, the pARTy of the year will be at Playhouse on the Square. Auctioneers Gene Katz, Mike McLaren, and Michael Detroit help to create a party atmosphere for everyone from the serious art buyer to the auction novice. Admission is $25, which will be deducted from the purchase price of art, and hors d’oeuvres and beverages are complimentary. Artsy hors d’oeuvres are being provided by Wade & Company, and beverages are provided by Southwestern Distributing.
The Silent Auction will be all day beginning at 10:00am. The Live Auction will begin at 6:30pm with a special appearance by the cast of Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris. For more information, please call 901-725-0766.
There will be a special Art Preview Reception Wednesday, April 14 from 5:00-7:00pm. Take advantage of this opportunity to come in and preview the art early.
Donating artists include: Michele G. Allen, Jimpsie Ayres, Valerie Berlin, Deborah Brown, Karen “Bottle” Capps, Tom Clifton, Dudley Condron, Angi Cooper, Stephen B. Crump, Katie Dann, Mimi S. Dann, Dennis Eleogram, Bud Gardner, Dr. Tom Gettelfinger, Suzanne Henley, Pinkney Herbert, Susan Inman, Barbara Lieberman, John McIntire, Annabelle Meacham, Jeannine Paul, Mary M. Reed, Dolph Smith, Terry Twyman, Mahaffey White, and more than 100 other local artists.
Project: Motion presents fundraiser “Party in BLUE”
Add a Little Blue to the Mix
Project: Motion presents fundraiser “Party in BLUE”
Proceeds benefit spring show “eMPHasis on BLUE” and educational programs
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (March 7, 2010) – Project: Motion is exploring everything blue this spring, and the annual P:M fundraiser is no exception. Memphis’ only modern dance company presents “Party in BLUE,” on Sunday, April 11 from 4-7 p.m. at the Molly Fontaine Lounge. Enjoy specialty “blue” cocktails and nibble on tasty treats. Browse a large silent auction while enjoying the sultry sounds of Memphis blues artist Di Anne Price.
The last show of the 2009-2010 season will be “eMPHasis on BLUE,” June 4-6 and 11-13 at the company’s brand new location, Evergreen Theatre. Come help kick-off the show and celebrate Project: Motion at a stylish and fun event.
All proceeds will benefit eMPHasis on Blue and the company’s educational programs, including the school touring production “Riverdreams” and community master classes with visiting guest artists.
About Project: Motion
Project: Motion is a professional contemporary dance collective specializing in modern dance –a uniquely American art form characterized by a spirit of exploration and creativity. The organization is devoted to the creation and presentation of innovative and well-crafted dance works that inspire, stimulate and engage audiences on an intellectual, emotional and physical level. Project: Motion fosters artistic collaborations and provides a forum for local dance artists to experiment, develop skills and hone artistic vision in a nurturing and challenging environment.
Event Information:
Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Tickets: $20 (Contact a Project: Motion dancer or board member, and receive a coupon code for $4 off)
Location: Molly Fontaine Lounge, 679 Adams Avenue
To Purchase Tickets:
www.projectmotiondance.org
GPAC Gala Scheduled for April 24
Germantown, TN – The Germantown Performing Arts Centre announces their annual Gala on
Saturday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. Themed “It’s The Music: Classical to Jazz” the fundraising event is
chaired by Dr. Neal and Mrs. Joey Beckford.
A sophisticated, black tie evening is planned with live entertainment and a lavish dinner on the
GPAC stage provided by Harrah’s. A wide array of tempting items will be up for bid in both
silent and live auctions, including fine wine, hotel packages, and a special painting by the Lynn
Twins that was inspired by the recent Soweto Gospel Choir performance.
Tickets are available for $150 per person and $1500 for a table of 10. For additional
information on the Gala, contact Deni Hirsh at 901-751-7505 or deni@GPACweb.com
Saturday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. Themed “It’s The Music: Classical to Jazz” the fundraising event is
chaired by Dr. Neal and Mrs. Joey Beckford.
A sophisticated, black tie evening is planned with live entertainment and a lavish dinner on the
GPAC stage provided by Harrah’s. A wide array of tempting items will be up for bid in both
silent and live auctions, including fine wine, hotel packages, and a special painting by the Lynn
Twins that was inspired by the recent Soweto Gospel Choir performance.
Tickets are available for $150 per person and $1500 for a table of 10. For additional
information on the Gala, contact Deni Hirsh at 901-751-7505 or deni@GPACweb.com
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