National Hispanic Professional Organization-Memphis will meet Thursday, May 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. Speakers include Larry Jensen, president and CEO of Cushman & Wakefield/Commercial Advisors LLC, and representatives from Washington think tank Excelencia in Education. Cost is free for members and $20 for nonmembers. R.S.V.P. to info@nhpomemphis.us or 466-6476.

2. Events - Friday, May 10, 2013

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art will host Vin-A-Que, part of the 2013 Memphis Wine + Food Series, Friday, May 10, at 7 p.m. at the museum, 1934 Poplar Ave. The event will include snout-to-tail barbecue, other dishes prepared by local chefs, specialty cocktails and wines, and live music. Tickets are $100 at the door. Visit memphiswineandfoodseries.org.

3. Events - Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Business Over Coffee International will launch a six-part social media training class titled Weave Your Own Web on Thursday, May 9, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the group’s headquarters, 5865 Ridgeway Road, suite 300. Classes will continue on the second Thursday of each month. Cost is free for members and first-time guests, and $10 for returning guests. Visit businessovercoffee.biz or call 820-4469.

4. Events - Saturday, April 27, 2013

ArtsMemphis will present the Stax to the Max music festival Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. outside the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, 926 E. McLemore St. Admission to the festival is free; discounted museum tickets are $2 between noon and 5 p.m. Visit staxmuseum.com.

5. Events - Tuesday, April 23, 2013

The Orpheum Theatre will present “Memphis” Tuesday, April 23, through April 28 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

6. Events - Monday, April 22, 2013

The Orpheum Theatre will present “Memphis” Tuesday, April 23, through April 28 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

7. Events - Saturday, April 20, 2013

Ballet Memphis will present “Wizard of Oz” Saturday, April 20, and Sunday, April 21, at The Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St. Visit balletmemphis.org for tickets.

8. Events - Friday, April 19, 2013

The Circuit Playhouse will present “Time Stands Still” Friday, April 19, through May 12 at Circuit, 51 S. Cooper St. Visit playhouseonthesquare.org for times and tickets.

9. Events - Friday, March 22, 2013

The University of Memphis Law Review will hold its annual symposium Friday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 1 N. Front St. This year’s theme is “Breaking the Silence: Legal Voices in the Fight Against Human Trafficking.” Visit memphis.edu/law for a list of speakers.

10. Events - Thursday, March 21, 2013

National Hispanic Professional Organization-Memphis will meet Thursday, March 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. Accion CEO Janie Barrera will speak. Cost is free for members and $20 for nonmembers. R.S.V.P. to info@nhpomemphis.us or 466-6476.

11. Events - Saturday, March 16, 2013

Rhodes College will host Mia Farrow and son Ronan Farrow, presenting “Cinema, Politics and Mobilizing Change in Our Community” Tuesday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. in the McCallum Ballroom of the Bryan Campus Life Center on campus, 2000 North Parkway. Email locap@rhodes.edu.

12. Improv Time - Friday, March 08, 2013

The Orpheum Theatre Memphis’ expansion of its iconic South Main campus is being “re-energized” due to an unanticipated lack of donor dollars.

The Memphis Development Foundation, the organization that operates The Orpheum, in May closed on its $1.2 million purchase of the 0.87-acre parking lot immediately to the south of the 85-year-old theater at 203 S. Main St. from Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division.

13. Events - Saturday, March 02, 2013

HopeWorks will hold its fifth annual A Morning of Hope fundraiser Saturday, March 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Woodland Hills Event Center, 1000 Woodland Hills Drive. Bill Courtney, entrepreneur and the former coach featured in “Undefeated,” will present the keynote. Tickets are $50. Visit whyhopeworks.org or call 272-3700.

14. South Main’s New Life - Saturday, March 02, 2013

The history of the South Main Historic Arts District is as colorful as its present-day users, an alternating rhythm of sorts in Memphis’ songbook.

The area has oscillated from its ritzy suburban roots of the 1800s to the industrial era ghost town of the 20th century and now to its current status as Downtown’s flourishing arts and boutique district and the subject of some $100 million in investment. And it’s all due to stakeholders who braved the status quo in distinguishing the southern end of the Central Business District as that funky place with an indescribable vibe.

15. Events - Tuesday, February 26, 2013

The Orpheum Theatre will present “Anything Goes” Tuesday, Feb. 26, through March 3 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Visit orpheum-memphis.com or call 525-3000 for showtimes and tickets.

16. Events - Saturday, February 23, 2013

Make-A-Wish Mid-South will host Wine for Wishes Thursday, Feb. 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at The Cadre, 149 Monroe Ave. The fundraiser will include food and wine pairings, a silent auction and live music by The Will Tucker Band. Visit midsouth.wish.org.

17. Events - Tuesday, February 05, 2013

IHOP will hold National Pancake Day events to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Tuesday, Feb. 5, from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. at restaurants across the U.S. Guests will receive a complimentary stack of pancakes and are asked to make a voluntary donation to the charity. Visit ihoppancakeday.com.

18. Events - Monday, February 04, 2013

The University of Memphis will screen “Duty of the Hour,” a documentary about Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Monday, Feb. 4, at 5:30 p.m. in the Michael D. Rose Theatre on campus, 470 University St. Cost is free. Visit memphis.edu.

19. Events - Saturday, February 02, 2013

Nike Inc. will host construction symposiums for locally owned small, women-owned and minority businesses Thursday, Feb. 7, and Friday, Feb. 8, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the U of M Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 1 N. Front St. Attendees will learn about construction opportunities at Nike’s Memphis expansion. R.S.V.P. to Brenda Montgomery at bmontgomery@memphischamber.com or 543-3500.

20. Events - Tuesday, January 15, 2013

The University of Memphis School of Public Health will host Dr. John Dreyzehner, Tennessee Commissioner of Health, for “Public Health is Everybody’s Business” Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the FedEx Institute of Technology fishbowl room 203, 365 Innovation Drive. Visit memphis.edu/sph for details.

21. Events - Saturday, December 15, 2012

The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County will host Vaccination Station, a low-cost pet vaccination event, Saturday, Dec. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the southwest corner of Linden Avenue and Lauderdale Street. Visit memphishumane.org for a list of vaccinations and costs.

22. Events - Saturday, December 08, 2012

LightWave Solar will host a lunch & learn titled “How Solar Can Work for Your Home or Business” Friday, Dec. 14, from noon to 1 p.m. in the River Tower at South Bluffs clubhouse, 655 Riverside Drive. R.S.V.P. to Grace Robertson at grobertson@lightwavesolar.com or 615-641-4050, ext. 104.

23. Events - Monday, December 03, 2012

Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis is accepting nominations for its 2013 Legends Award through Monday, Dec. 10. The awards honor women whose visionary and innovative work is paramount in their area of outreach. Visit wfgm.org for details and a nomination form.

24. Events - Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Talk Shoppe and the Small Business Chamber will present “The Mastermind Principle: Based on the Book ‘Think & Grow Rich’ by Napoleon Hill” Wednesday, Nov. 28, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Ave. Cost is free. Visit smallbusinesschamber.com or talkshoppe.biz.

25. Events - Monday, November 19, 2012

Talk Shoppe will hold an open microphone discussion, “Hot Topics in Your Industry,” Wednesday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Ave. Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.biz.

26. Events - Monday, November 12, 2012

LaunchMemphis will host Risk City: Global Entrepreneurship Week 2012 programs and networking events Monday, Nov. 12, through Friday, Nov. 16, at multiple Memphis locations. The global event connects entrepreneurs with potential resources and collaborators. Visit launchmemphis.com for a schedule.

27. Events - Friday, November 09, 2012

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division will host the 14th annual Business of Service Conference Friday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the MLGW training center, 4949 Raleigh LaGrange Road. The conference provides training and networking for grassroots community leaders. Cost is $5. Register at mlgw.com/serviceleaders or 528-4820.

28. Events - Thursday, November 01, 2012

The Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division board will meet Thursday, Nov. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the MLGW administration building, 220 S. Main St. Visit mlgw.com for an agenda.

29. Events - Monday, October 29, 2012

The Rotary Club of Memphis East will meet Wednesday, Oct. 31, at noon at The Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Orpheum president and CEO Pat Halloran will speak. Cost is $17. R.S.V.P. to Lee Hughes at lmhughes@bellsouth.net.

30. Events - Monday, October 15, 2012

The Orpheum Theatre will hold an online auction featuring memorabilia from President and CEO Pat Halloran’s 32 years with the organization Monday, Oct. 15, through Friday, Oct. 19, at orpheum-memphis.com. Proceeds benefit the capital campaign for the Orpheum’s Performing Arts Education & Leadership Centre. Visit the website for a list of available items.

31. Events - Thursday, October 11, 2012

The Women’s Council of Realtors Memphis chapter will meet Thursday, Oct. 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at DoubleTree Memphis hotel, 185 Union Ave. Cost is $18. R.S.V.P. to Lauren Criswell at lauren.criswell@crye-leike.com or 260-4780.

32. Events - Tuesday, September 18, 2012

The Orpheum Theatre will present “Billy Elliot the Musical” Tuesday, Sept. 18, through Sept. 23 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Visit orpheum-memphis.com for showtimes and tickets.

33. Events - Monday, September 17, 2012

The Federalist Society Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter and University of Memphis Law Students’ Chapter will present a free Constitution Day program Monday, Sept. 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 1 N. Front St. Pepperdine University professor Dr. Gordon Lloyd will speak. R.S.V.P. to Greg Grisham at gregory.grisham@jacksonlewis.com or 462-2616.

34. Next-Generation Theater - Monday, September 17, 2012

Plans are moving forward for The Orpheum Theatre Memphis’ new Performing Arts and Leadership Centre, a $10.7 million facility that will enable growth in student participation and other professional development programs.

35. Events - Friday, August 17, 2012

Playhouse on the Square will present “Legally Blonde: The Musical” Friday, Aug. 17, through Sept. 9 at Playhouse, 66 S. Cooper St. Visit playhouseonthesquare.org for times and tickets.

36. Events - Friday, August 10, 2012

Christian Brothers University’s Beverly & Sam Ross Gallery will host an opening reception for the Memphis Camera Club’s “A Walk Through History (Floor to Ceiling)” Friday, Aug. 10, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Plough Memorial Library on CBU’s campus, 650 East Parkway S. Call 321-3243.

37. Events - Thursday, August 09, 2012

Chandler Reports will present the Master Your Market Second Quarter Update Thursday, Aug. 9, from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Germantown Great Hall & Conference Center, 1900 S. Germantown Road. A panel of real estate professionals will provide perspectives on local market activity. Cost is $10 for Chandler subscribers and $15 for nonsubscribers. Register at seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

38. Events - Thursday, July 26, 2012

Women Against MS will hold its sixth annual luncheon benefiting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Thursday, July 26, from noon to 1 p.m. at Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Cookbook author Ronda Giangreco will speak. Cost is $50. Contact Sherry Bramucci at sherry.bramucci@nmss.org or 755-0994.

39. Events - Wednesday, July 25, 2012

BIG for Memphis will meet Wednesday, July 25, from 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Phelps Security, 4932 Park Ave. BIG brings together Memphis Police Department colonels and business leaders to curb crime and impact the community. Cost is free. R.S.V.P. to billy.garrett@phelpssecurity.com or 365-9728.

40. Events - Friday, July 20, 2012

The Orpheum Theatre will present “The Princess Bride” as part of its summer classic movie series Friday, July 20, at 7:15 p.m. at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Visit orpheum-memphis.com or call 525-3000 for tickets.

41. Events - Thursday, July 19, 2012

Dixon Gallery & Gardens will host Art After Dark Thursday, July 19, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Dixon, 4339 Park Ave. The event, themed A “Memphis Vive” Fiesta, will feature food, drinks, music by Los Cantadores and a tour of the Memphis Vive exhibit. Visit dixon.org.

42. Events - Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Lipscomb Pitts Breakfast Club and Littler Mendelson PC will present “Is Your Handbook Legal?” as part of its HR Lunch Bytes series Thursday, July 19, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Littler, 3725 Champion Hills Drive, suite 3000. The series is geared toward human resources executives and business owners. Cost is free. Email rsvp.lpbc@lpinsurance.com.

43. Events - Friday, July 13, 2012

The Memphis Young Professionals Network of the Memphis Association of Realtors will host Jay Papasan, co-author of “Millionaire Real Estate Agent,” Friday, July 13, at 10 a.m. in the MAAR education center, 6393 Poplar Ave. Email ypnmemphis@gmail.com.

44. Events - Friday, June 29, 2012

Playhouse on the Square will present “Xanadu” Friday, June 29, through July 22 at Playhouse, 66 S. Cooper St. Visit playhouseonthesquare.org for times and tickets.

45. Events - Thursday, June 28, 2012

Downtown Memphis Commission will meet Thursday, June 28, at noon in the DMC office, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphis.org.

46. Events - Friday, June 22, 2012

Black Business Association of Memphis will meet Friday, June 22, at 9 a.m. at BBA, 555 Beale St. Andre Fowlkes of Launch Your City will speak. Visit bbamemphis.com or email info@bbamemphis.com.

47. Events - Thursday, June 21, 2012

Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) Memphis will begin a free workshop series to answer entrepreneurs’ questions Thursday, June 21. Visit scorememphis.org or call 544-3588 for a schedule.

48. Events - Friday, June 15, 2012

The 19th annual Juneteenth Freedom & Heritage Festival will be held Friday, June 15, through Sunday, June 17, in Douglass Park, 1616 Ash St. Cost is free. Visit juneteenthmemphis.org for a schedule.

49. Events - Monday, June 04, 2012

Visible Music College will present a Visible Live concert Monday, June 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Cooper-Young gazebo at the corner of Cooper Street and Young Avenue. Darien Clea will perform. Cost is free.

50. Cordova’s Appling Lakes Sells for $26 Million - Monday, May 28, 2012

1385 Appling Road
Cordova, TN 38016
Sale Total: $26.4 million (27 TIC sellers)

51. Events - Friday, May 25, 2012

The Gavel Club of Memphis will meet for a Dutch treat lunch Friday, May 25, at 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Rebekah Sudduth, development coordinator for Make-A-Wish Foundation, will speak. Call Bob Gray at 494-8639.

52. MLGW Transfers Lot To Orpheum Parent - Thursday, May 24, 2012

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division has transferred a roughly 1-acre parcel to Memphis Development Foundation, the organization that operates The Orpheum Theatre, for $1.2 million.

The triangular-shaped parcel is bounded by South Front Street to the west and South Main Street to the east, behind MLGW property that fronts Linden Avenue to the south.

53. Events - Thursday, May 24, 2012

The Greater Memphis Chamber will hold a breakfast forum Thursday, May 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. Cost is $30 for members and $35 for nonmembers. Contact Tunga Lee at tlee@memphischamber.com or 543-3571 to register.

54. Events - Tuesday, May 01, 2012

The Southaven Chamber of Commerce will hold its quarterly luncheon Tuesday, May 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Landers Center, 4560 Venture Drive in Southaven. University of Memphis head football coach Justin Fuente will speak. Cost is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers. Register at southavenchamber.com or by contacting Ginger Adams at gadams@southavenchamber.com or 662-342-6114.

55. Events - Monday, April 30, 2012

U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen will host the Federal Procurement Fair Monday, April 30, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology, 365 Innovation Drive. The fair will cover how businesses can participate in the federal government contracting process. R.S.V.P. at cohen.procurement@mail.house.gov. For details, call Michael Fulton at 202-225-3265.

56. Events - Tuesday, April 24, 2012

The National Black MBA Association of Memphis will hold its Visionaries Breakfast Symposium Tuesday, April 24, from 7 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the Tower Room, 5100 Poplar Ave. The topic is “Great Minds Don’t Think Alike.” Cost is $10 for association members, Leadership Academy members and MBA students, and $15 for nonmembers. Register at nbmaavbs.eventbrite.com.

57. Events - Monday, April 23, 2012

The Society for Human Resource Management-Memphis’ Ethics Council will hold its second-quarter meeting Tuesday, April 24, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at International Paper’s Treetops Café, 6400 Poplar Ave., Tower 3, room 100. The topic is “Ethics Code: Do You Really Need One? Does Your Business Have One?” Cost is $5. Seating is limited and lunch is Dutch-treat. Email cynthia@hrprosmemphis.com by Monday, April 23, at noon to register.

58. Events - Tuesday, April 17, 2012

The Greater Memphis Chamber will hold a lunch and learn Tuesday, April 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Baptist Memphis Education & Conference Center, 6027 Walnut Grove Road. Leadership Academy President and CEO Nancy Coffee will present “Effective Leadership, Effective Management.” Contact Amanda Edmundson at aedmundson@memphischamber.com or 543-3511.

59. Events - Monday, April 16, 2012

The Memphis Chapter of the American Council of Engineering Cos. Of Tennessee will meet Thursday, April 26, at 7 p.m. at the Racquet Club of Memphis, 511 Sanderlin Ave. The speaker is Reid Dulberger, president and CEO of the Economic Development Growth Engine (EDGE) board. Cost is $30. R.S.V.P. to Beverly Marmon at 374-9109 or beverly.marmon@kimley-horn.com by Monday, April 16.

60. Room Service - Monday, February 27, 2012

The good news for the local hotel industry is that last year notched the most rooms ever sold on a daily basis with 4.8 million – 115,628 more than 2010 and 76,780 more than the previous high set in 2007.

61. Orpheum Holds Ticket Giveaway - Monday, January 16, 2012

The Orpheum Theatre will host a giveaway for tickets to the Tony Award-winning production of “Million Dollar Quartet” in February at the theater, 203 S. Main St.

62. Events - Tuesday, December 20, 2011

The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South will continue its breakfast series with its Holiday Open House & Networking Party Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the BBB, 3693 Tyndale Drive. The party will include breakfast and informal networking. For reservations, contact Susan Harris at 757-8617 or sharris@bbbmidsouth.org.

63. Events - Monday, December 19, 2011

The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South will continue its breakfast series with its Holiday Open House & Networking Party Tuesday, Dec. 20, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the BBB, 3693 Tyndale Drive. The party will include breakfast and informal networking. For reservations, contact Susan Harris at 757-8617 or sharris@bbbmidsouth.org.

64. Events - Friday, December 16, 2011

Literacy Mid-South will host a holiday open house and book drive Friday, Dec. 16, from noon to 3 p.m. at its office, 902 S. Cooper St. Guests can bring new children’s books to donate to the book drive, which will serve children across the city. For more information, call 327-6000 or visit www.literacymidsouth.org.

65. Events - Friday, December 09, 2011

The Tennessee Minority Development Council will hold a membership luncheon meeting Friday, Dec. 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Regions Bank, assembly room one, first floor, 6200 Poplar Ave. For more information or registration, contact Joyce Tabb at 830-8242 or joyce39268@aol.com.

66. Events - Friday, December 02, 2011

Rotary Club of Memphis Central will meet Friday, Dec. 2, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Mark Horrocks, founder of Habitat for Hope, will speak. Cost is $15 for nonmembers. To register, call Dick Wieland at 270-3778.

67. Events - Thursday, December 01, 2011

Gallery Ten Ninety One will host an opening reception for the Bartlett Art Association Exhibit Thursday, Dec. 1, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at WKNO Digital Media Center, 7151 Cherry Farms Road. The exhibition will run through Dec. 30. The exhibit will feature approximately 90 pieces of art from 26 members of the association. For more information call 458-2521.

68. Events - Monday, November 21, 2011

The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Memphis will host “Lunch with an Entrepreneur” Monday, Nov. 21, at noon at the FedEx Institute of Technology, 365 Innovation Blvd. Jason Gillum, president and founder of Millennium Search, will speak. For more information or to register, visit lunchwithanentrepreneur1121.eventbrite.com.

69. Events - Friday, November 11, 2011

Rotary Club of Memphis Central will meet Friday, Nov. 11, from 11:45 to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Dr. Steve Bares, president and executive director of the Memphis Bioworks Foundation, will speak. Cost is $15 for nonmembers. To reserve a seat, call Dick Wieland at 270-3778.

70. Events - Friday, October 14, 2011

Leadership Memphis and Michael Synk will present the Leadership Memphis Book Club by In-Synk, a monthly, one-hour book club focusing on business, leadership and management titles, beginning Friday, Oct. 14, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at South of Beale, 361 S. Main St. Cost is $20 for Leadership Memphis alumni and current class members and $25 for the general public. For more information or to register, visit lmdriving.eventbrite.com.

71. Greyhound Move to Alter Downtown Gateway - Thursday, October 06, 2011

The recent listing of the Greyhound Bus Station in Downtown Memphis has a lot bigger impact for the city than meets the eye.

Dallas-based Greyhound Lines Inc. soon will move its depot to Memphis Area Transit Authority’s Airways Transit Center, 3033 Airways Blvd., near Memphis International Airport.

72. Greyhound Station Listed for $2.3M - Friday, September 30, 2011

The Greyhound Bus Station in Downtown Memphis has been listed for sale by CB Richard Ellis Memphis for $2.3 million.

The intercity bus transportation hub is at 203 Union Ave., directly across from AutoZone Park and near one of Downtown’s busiest intersections.

73. Greyhound Station Listed for $2.3M - Monday, October 03, 2011

The Greyhound Bus Station in Downtown Memphis has been listed for sale by CB Richard Ellis Memphis for $2.3 million.

The intercity bus transportation hub is at 203 Union Ave., directly across from AutoZone Park and near one of Downtown’s busiest intersections.

74. Events - Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “Earthquake Hazard Overview for the Mid-South” Wednesday, Aug. 24, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

75. Events - Friday, August 19, 2011

The Rotary Club of Memphis Central will meet Friday, Aug. 19, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Scott Blake, executive director of Victorian Village Inc., will speak about historic sites in Memphis. Cost is $20 for nonmembers. To register, call Karen Shea at 683-9099.

76. ‘Memphis’ Tour Launch Ticket Sales to Start - Thursday, July 21, 2011

The 2010 Tony winner for Best Musical, “Memphis,” will launch its international tour at The Orpheum Theatre Oct. 14 through Oct. 23.

Tickets will go on sale Thursday, July 21, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. exclusively at The Orpheum box office, 203 S. Main St.

77. Events - Tuesday, July 12, 2011

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. board of directors will meet Tuesday, July 12, at 9 a.m. in the CCC conference room, 114 N. Main St.

78. Events - Monday, July 11, 2011

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host a discussion and book-signing with Adam Ross, author of the new novel “Ladies & Gentlemen,” Monday, July 11, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended.

79. Events - Tuesday, June 28, 2011

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will hold a workshop Tuesday, June 28, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at its office, 5100 Poplar Ave., suite 502. Participants will learn how to search for and find the most promising grant opportunities for their organizations. Cost is $60 for members, $110 for nonmembers and $55 for those in the Program for Nonprofit Excellence. For more information, call 684-6605 or visit www.npexcellence.org.

80. Events - Tuesday, June 14, 2011

The Levitt Shell will hold two free concerts as part of its summer kids concert series Tuesday, June 14, at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. at the Levitt Shell in Overton Park, 1930 Poplar Ave. Trout Fishing in America will perform.

81. Events - Tuesday, June 07, 2011

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will hold a workshop Tuesday, June 7, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at its office, 5100 Poplar Ave., suite 502. Participants will learn the principles and practices of an effective internal control system. Cost is $60 for members, $110 for nonmembers and $55 for those in the Program for Nonprofit Excellence. For more information, call 684-6605 or visit www.npexcellence.org.

82. Events - Monday, June 06, 2011

The American Heart Association will hold “Girl’s Night Out: A Night to Celebrate ‘Go Red for Women’” Monday, June 6, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. The evening will include a silent auction, vendors and a heart-healthy meal. Tickets are $100 per person. For more information, contact Dianna Dawson at dianna.dawson@heart.org or call 383-5418.

83. Events - Thursday, May 26, 2011

Methodist North Hospital will hold a stroke support group for stroke survivors and caregivers Thursday, May 26, at 5 p.m. in meeting room one, basement level, 3960 New Covington Pike. This month’s topic is “Dealing with Life After a Stroke.” The group will meet every fourth Thursday of the month. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 516-5646 or visit www.methodisthealth.org.

84. Orpheum to Host High School Theater Awards - Wednesday, May 25, 2011

The Second Annual Orpheum High School Musical Theatre Awards will be hosted by actress and country artist Laura Bell Bundy Thursday, May 26, at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St.

85. Events - Wednesday, May 25, 2011

A Belgian Beer Dinner will be held Wednesday, May 25, at 7 p.m. at Mesquite Chop House, 88 Union Ave. The dinner will be presented by Steve Barzizza of Southwestern Beverages. For more information, call 527-5337 or visit www.mesquitechophouse.com.

86. Events - Friday, May 06, 2011

WKNO/Channel 10 will host an opening reception of the art show “The Magic of May” featuring nearly 100 pieces from The Artist Group Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the WKNO Digital Media Center, 7151 Cherry Farms Road. The art work will be on display through May 27. For more information, call 458-2521.

87. Events - Thursday, May 05, 2011

The Mid-South Area Business Travelers Association will host a golf scramble Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Quail Ridge Golf Course, 4055 Altruria Road. The golf scramble and a silent auction will benefit Toys for Tots. For more information or to register, visit www.msabta.org or call Graves Goforth at 848-6445.

88. Events - Friday, March 11, 2011

Tracy Morgan will perform June 2 at 7:30 p.m. at The Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. For tickets, call 800-982-2787 or visit the theater box office or www.orpheum-memphis.com.

89. Events - Thursday, March 10, 2011

The 2011 Bartlett Business Expo will be held Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bartlett Recreation Center, 7700 Flaherty Place. The event is an opportunity for businesses to showcase their products and services. Standard booths are $385. For more information, visit www.bartlettchamber.org.

90. Events - Monday, March 07, 2011

The Orpheum Theatre will unveil the 2011-2012 Broadway Series Monday at 2 p.m. at the theater, 203 S. Main St. The announcement will include a special sneak peek video presentation of the new season and an exclusive performance by two cast members of “Memphis the Musical.” A Q&A session will follow. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 529-4289.

91. Orpheum to Announce New Broadway Series - Thursday, March 03, 2011

The Orpheum Theatre will unveil its 2011-2012 Broadway Series season Monday at 2 p.m. at the theater, 203 S. Main St.

92. Events - Friday, December 10, 2010

The Center City Development Corp. Policy Committee will meet Friday at 9 a.m. at 114 N. Main St.

93. FHA Program Encourages Home Improvement - Tuesday, November 23, 2010

While many real estate agents advise homebuyers to address a home’s problems before closing on it, the Federal Housing Administration has a different approach.

As an alternative to conventional financing, the FHA offers a chance for buyers to obtain only one mortgage loan, at a long-term fixed or adjustable rate, to acquire and rehab the property.

94. Events - Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Talk Shoppe will present “The Purple Cow: Maximizing Your Exposure in the Market” Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call 482-0354.

95. Events - Friday, July 23, 2010

The Orpheum Theatre will host Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons September 18 and Jerry Seinfeld September 24 at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Tickets for both events will go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. For more information, call 525-3000 or visit www.orpheum-memphis.com.

96. Events - Thursday, July 22, 2010

Christian Brothers University will host a child art therapy training workshop Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Cooper-Wilson Center for Life Sciences, room 105, on the CBU campus. To register, visit www.paintedchild.com.

97. Events - Friday, July 16, 2010

Small Biz Memphis will hold a small biz celebration Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Shirt Bistro, 4966 Poplar Ave. For more information, call 205-9303.

98. Events - Tuesday, March 09, 2010

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. will meet today at 9 a.m. at the Center City Commission, 114 N. Main St. For more information, call 575-0540.

99. Events - Friday, October 16, 2009

The University of Memphis College of Communication and Fine Arts will recognize filmmaker Craig Brewer today at 11:30 a.m. at Charles Vergos Rendezvous, 52 S. Second St. Brewer will receive the 2009 Distinguished Achievement Award in the Creative and Performing Arts. Cost is $50 per person and $350 for a table of eight. For reservations, call 678-5086 or 678-4372.

100. Events - Tuesday, July 14, 2009

The National Association of Women Business Owners will hold a lunch mixer today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Elzemeyer Talent Agency, 149 Monroe Ave. Attendees will each have 60 seconds to pitch their business to NAWBO Member Showcase by Tess Bear.