Friday, September 24, 2010
Memphis Symphony Orchestra - A New Season-A New Beginning
The Symphony League is having a party on Saturday, September 25 from 7pm to midnight at One Commerce Square. The party is entitled "A New Season-A New Beginning" and is in honor of the new symphony music director, Mei-Ann Chen, who will present a "mini" concert with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra that evening. Cocktails, heavy hors d'oeuvres, music, dancing and a silent auction will also be available that evening. Items featured in the auction will appear online at www.memphissymphony.org/symphonyleague .
The party is hosted by the Memphis Symphony League, Honorary Chairpersons Dan and Chloee Poag. Black tie optional, $200 per person or sponsors for $2,500. We ask that people please respond by September 15, 2010. For special requests, you may call Mabel McNeill @682-3254 or Priscilla Alexander @ 761-2414. Checks are to be payable to Memphis Symphony League and we also accept Visa and MasterCard.
The party is hosted by the Memphis Symphony League, Honorary Chairpersons Dan and Chloee Poag. Black tie optional, $200 per person or sponsors for $2,500. We ask that people please respond by September 15, 2010. For special requests, you may call Mabel McNeill @682-3254 or Priscilla Alexander @ 761-2414. Checks are to be payable to Memphis Symphony League and we also accept Visa and MasterCard.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
10th Annual Taste of the Town
10th Annual Taste of the Town
September 26 from 5 - 8 pm
Hilton Memphis
General Tickets - $60
VIP Reserved Seating Tickets - $75
This premier food, beverage & wine tasting event showcases 40 of the most outstanding restaurants, caterers and beverage distributors in the Germantown and greater Memphis area. One hundred percent of the live auction proceeds beneft the Mid-South Chapter. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please contact the Germantown Chamber at 901-755-1200.
September 26 from 5 - 8 pm
Hilton Memphis
General Tickets - $60
VIP Reserved Seating Tickets - $75
This premier food, beverage & wine tasting event showcases 40 of the most outstanding restaurants, caterers and beverage distributors in the Germantown and greater Memphis area. One hundred percent of the live auction proceeds beneft the Mid-South Chapter. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please contact the Germantown Chamber at 901-755-1200.
Cooper Young Festival - Art Invitational/Kickoff Party
Cooper Young Festival - Art Invitational/Kickoff Party
Please join us for the annual Art Invitational and Festival Kickoff party hosted by the Cooper Young Business Association. This year, the event will be held Thursday, September 16 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the David Perry Smith Gallery located at 703 New York Street. This event provides area artists with the opportunity to display and sell their works in a gallery setting. The Invitational will feature 15 artists who live and/or work in the Cooper Young area.
David Perry Smith will be the curator of the show. David has a Masters of Art in History of Art from the Ohio State University and has been in the gallery world since graduate school in 1987. There will be a variety of works including sculptures, paintings, photography, glass, craft art and wood pieces. The works displayed will be available for purchase (cash or check only to the individual artist) so if you have been waiting to start that collection now is the time to begin. Some of the artists that will be on-hand to discuss their work are Jeanne Seagle, John McIntre, Elizabeth Alley, Yvonne Bobo, Darla Linerode-Henson, Jeanne Reynolds, Sue Strydom, Mary Long-Postal, Lizi Beard, Janice Raiteri, Tylur French and Jonathan Postal. The original poster art by local artist, Carol Robison, will also be on display and for sale in a silent auction.
There will be complimentary wine/beer bars and live music by Van Duren. Van has been in the music industry since 1975 and has just cut his latest CD titled, Resonance Road. The event is free and open to the public, so mark your calendars for September 16. Cooper Young is THE artist community of Memphis, come see our works and enjoy our historically hip little enclave in Midtown.
For more information, visit www.cooperyoungfestival.com
Please join us for the annual Art Invitational and Festival Kickoff party hosted by the Cooper Young Business Association. This year, the event will be held Thursday, September 16 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm at the David Perry Smith Gallery located at 703 New York Street. This event provides area artists with the opportunity to display and sell their works in a gallery setting. The Invitational will feature 15 artists who live and/or work in the Cooper Young area.
David Perry Smith will be the curator of the show. David has a Masters of Art in History of Art from the Ohio State University and has been in the gallery world since graduate school in 1987. There will be a variety of works including sculptures, paintings, photography, glass, craft art and wood pieces. The works displayed will be available for purchase (cash or check only to the individual artist) so if you have been waiting to start that collection now is the time to begin. Some of the artists that will be on-hand to discuss their work are Jeanne Seagle, John McIntre, Elizabeth Alley, Yvonne Bobo, Darla Linerode-Henson, Jeanne Reynolds, Sue Strydom, Mary Long-Postal, Lizi Beard, Janice Raiteri, Tylur French and Jonathan Postal. The original poster art by local artist, Carol Robison, will also be on display and for sale in a silent auction.
There will be complimentary wine/beer bars and live music by Van Duren. Van has been in the music industry since 1975 and has just cut his latest CD titled, Resonance Road. The event is free and open to the public, so mark your calendars for September 16. Cooper Young is THE artist community of Memphis, come see our works and enjoy our historically hip little enclave in Midtown.
For more information, visit www.cooperyoungfestival.com
9th Annual Harbor Town Dog Show & Auction
Our fun filled Charity Festival Info... "Who Let the Dogs Out"... Date: November the 7th, Sunday at 1pm Place...(Harbor Town's-Nursery Park) it will be the '9th Annual Harbor Town Dog Show & Auction' (rain date will be the following Sunday the 14th)...All proceeds are in support of the Memphis & Shelby County Humane Society.
For information details.... Contact Chairperson-Pam Mackey c. 310-570-8700 e. surfvenice2@yahoo.com www.HarborTownDogShow.com
"Kym Clark from Channel 5... will be our Master of Ceremonies." Memphis Celebrity Judges will judging based on charisma, appearance & how well the dog completes in its class. Prizes will be awarded to first, second, third & forth place winners in each class. A Best in Show prize will be awarded to the overall winner &some of the special classes will be 'the Dog & Owner Look a-Like Contest' and Sexiest Walk (Dog Only).
Another fun activity is the art table for the children to draw their favorite dog & the poop toss (Not Real Poop). This year the Green Room will be back with reserved ring side table seating with Gourmet Food & Drink from our favorite Downtown Restaurants for a small donation. Tables will be sold until filled... Hurry!!! Also we will have exciting vendors to buy something special for your favorite four legged friends & please come hungry...because Yes... we will be selling the best Hot Dogs in Harbor Town!!!
All canines residing on Mud Island are eligible to compete. This year's dog show classes are: Puppy, Small, Medium, Large Dog, Sexiest Walk, Rescued Dog, Best Costume, Obstacle Course, Look-A-Like & Silly Pet Tricks.
Please bring your family & dog out November the 7th, Sunday at noon to this exciting charity event for... The Memphis & Shelby County Humane Society.
Thank You....
Pam Mackey
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