The Tigers basketball post season continues to a Friday game with Tulsa the day after the Tigers beat South Florida 79-77 in the AAC tournament in Orlando. But all of this seems to have been rendered a moot point by the all-but-official exit of coach Tubby Smith with Penny Hardaway, and probably much if not all of his staff, waiting in the wings.

2. Last Word: Corker at Lincoln Day, Pre K Trouble and Rye at the Orpheum - Monday, February 26, 2018

The National Weather Service was out Sunday surveying damage from storm damage Saturday evening in eight areas of northwest Tennessee and northeast Arkansas as those communities began recovering from the damage of what appears to be at least one tornado. The areas hit are: Trenton, Tennessee; Weakley County northeast of Martin; Madison County, 5 miles northeast of Jackson; Dresden to northeast of Paris; the Union City and South Fulton areas; and Clay County, Arkansas into the Missouri bootheel.

3. Final Goodbye: Roll Call of Some Who Died in 2017 - Monday, January 1, 2018

They made music that inspired legions of fans. Rock 'n' roll founding fathers Chuck Berry and Fats Domino, rockers Tom Petty and Gregg Allman, grunge icon Chris Cornell, country superstar Glen Campbell and jazz great Al Jarreau were among the notable figures who died in 2017, leaving a void in virtually every genre of music.

4. ISU Defense a Challenge; Tigers Snag 13 Early Signings for 2018 - Wednesday, December 27, 2017

Iowa State may or may not be the best defensive team the University of Memphis has faced this season. But whatever designation you put on the Tigers’ opponent in Saturday’s Dec. 30 AutoZone Liberty Bowl, Memphis coach Mike Norvell knows this:

5. Madison Hotel Temporarily Closing Hospitality Services - Saturday, November 25, 2017

The Madison Hotel, an upscale, high-rise hotel in Downtown Memphis, has informed state officials that it will be temporarily shutting down its food and catering services, which will affect 33 workers.

6. Lenox Park Buildings Sell for $5.3 Million - Monday, November 27, 2017

This week's Real Estate Recap features the sale of two Class A office buildings totaling more than 200,000 square feet; a residential development being planned near a proposed new elementary school in Germantown; and more.

7. Madison Hotel Temporarily Closing Hospitality Services - Thursday, November 23, 2017

The Madison Hotel, an upscale, high-rise hotel in Downtown Memphis, has informed state officials that it will be temporarily shutting down its food and catering services, which will affect 33 workers.

8. Madison Hotel Temporarily Shutting Down Hospitality Services - Wednesday, November 22, 2017

The Madison Hotel, an upscale high-rise hotel in Downtown Memphis, has informed state officials that it will be temporarily shutting down its food and catering services, which will affect 33 workers.

9. Events - Thursday, October 26, 2017

Audio Video Artistry’s third annual Blues Bash is Thursday, Oct. 26, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the AVA design studio, 7750 Trinity Road, suite 116. The party will feature live music, local food and beer, and the debut of AVA’s Memphis-made Master Artist Speakers. RSVP to brad@avartistry.com.

10. Events - Wednesday, October 4, 2017

The 2017 Senior Safari, hosted by the Professional Network on Aging, will take place Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Memphis Zoo, 2000 Prentiss Place. The day will feature free zoo admission for individuals 55 and older; free parking and tram rides; live entertainment; and information on healthy living, financial planning, housing, insurance and more. Visit pnamidsouth.org for details.

11. Events - Tuesday, October 3, 2017

The Stax Music Academy will present Six Decades of Funk: Honoring the Bar-Kays Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, 926 E. McLemore Ave. The academy will perform several Bar-Kays hits to honor retiring lead singer Larry Dodson and original member James Alexander. Arrive early for a discussion with Dodson, Alexander and Stax Museum executive director Jeff Kollath. Cost is free. Visit staxmuseum.com.

12. Madison Hotel Sells to Chicago-Based Hotel Group - Thursday, July 14, 2016

79 Madison Ave.

Memphis, TN 38103

Sale Date: June 21 

Buyer: 79 Madison Avenue LLC

13. Madison Hotel, 3 Parcels Purchased by Chicago Firm - Saturday, July 9, 2016

A Chicago-based hotel group has closed on its purchase of the Madison Hotel and several surrounding properties.

Aparium Hotel Group, working as 79 Madison Avenue LLC, acquired the Madison and three other parcels from the hotel’s operator, Wilmont Hotel LP, in a June 21 quitclaim deed just filed with the Shelby County Register’s Office. Those other parcels include 83 Madison Ave., which houses eighty3 restaurant and office space; and a banquet center that spans 9 S. Main St. and 11 S. Main St.

14. Madison Hotel, Nearby Parcels Acquired by Chicago Firm - Wednesday, July 6, 2016

A Chicago-based hotel group has closed on its purchase of the Madison Hotel and several surrounding properties.

Aparium Hotel Group, working as 79 Madison Avenue LLC, acquired the Madison and three other parcels from the hotel’s operator, Wilmont Hotel LP, in a June 21 quitclaim deed just filed with the Shelby County Register’s Office. Those other parcels include 83 Madison Ave., which houses eighty3 restaurant and office space; and a banquet center that spans 9 S. Main St. and 11 S. Main St.

15. Events - Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Greater Memphis Chamber will host a Lunch in the Know on Wednesday, April 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Baptist Memorial Health Care Medical Plaza B, 6027 Walnut Grove Road. RedRover and Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority representatives will present “A Better MEM in in Progress,” discussing the airport’s future and new marketing strategy. Cost is free for chamber members. Email lloeb@memphischamber.com.

16. Events - Tuesday, April 7, 2015

Talbots of Saddle Creek will host a shopping extravaganza benefiting Le Bonheur Club Tuesday, April 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 2055 West St., suite 1. A donation will be given on all purchases, with proceeds going toward the purchase of toys for Le Bonheur Children's Hospital's Bunny Lane. The event will also feature refreshments, goody bags and Le Bonheur's new pediatric ambulance. 

17. Events - Monday, February 16, 2015

Beale Street Merchants Association will hold the annual Mardi Gras parade Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 5:30 p.m. on Beale Street. The celebration will feature a fanfare of carts, horse-drawn carriages, bicycles and wagons decorated in Mardi Gras fashion; beads and candy; and jazz and blues music. Visit bealestreetmerchants.com.

18. OK, Baby Boomers: Time for Some Hard Decisions - Saturday, January 24, 2015

She works in her yard, maintains a garden, watches her diet and is waiting for her exercise group to get started at the FiftyForward Center in Madison.

Asked about long-term care insurance, Eva Mai Nelson says, “I’ve thought about it. I don’t think it’s worthwhile to buy at my age.” She’s 83.

19. Events - Monday, June 23, 2014

Stax Music Academy, Stax Museum and Memphis Public Library will host Vaneese Thomas for a Soul & Blues Brown Bag Series concert and Q&A Monday, June 23, at noon in the amphitheater behind the academy, 926 E. McLemore Ave. The series continues each day through Friday, June 27. Visit staxmuseum.com for a lineup.

20. Events - Wednesday, May 28, 2014

The Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter of the Federalist Society will hold a panel discussion on religious liberties Wednesday, May 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Madison Hotel, 79 Madison Ave. U.S. Magistrate Charmiane G. Claxton will moderate the panel. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers, and includes lunch. RSVP to gregory.grisham@jacksonlewis.com or 462-2616.

21. Events - Monday, May 26, 2014

The Daily News offices will be closed Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 27.

Memphis Botanic Garden will host the “All Things Southern” Vine to Wine wine tasting Tuesday, May 27, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the garden, 750 Cherry Road. The event will feature eight wines or cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers. Visit memphisbotanicgarden.com.

22. Events - Friday, May 23, 2014

The Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale will be held Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. More than 15,000 books and other items will be for sale, all priced at $2 or less. Proceeds benefit the library. Visit memphislibrary.org

23. Events - Friday, October 18, 2013

The Memphis Lawyers’ chapter of the Federalist Society will meet Friday, Oct. 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Madison Hotel, 79 Madison Ave. U.S. District Judge John T. Fowlkes Jr. will moderate a debate about the constitutional amendment to change Tennessee’s judicial selection method. Cost is $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. RSVP to gregory.grisham@jacksonlewis.com or 462-2616.

24. Events - Thursday, October 17, 2013

National Hispanic Professional Organization-Memphis will meet Thursday, Oct. 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. Barbara Prescott, executive director of PeopleFirst, will speak. Cost is $20 for nonmembers. RSVP to info@nhpomemphis.us or 466-6476.

25. Events - Saturday, August 24, 2013

BlackGirlsCODE will host a mobile-app development workshop for girls ages 13 to 17 Saturday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. The event will also feature tech chats with women mobile developers. Cost is $35. Visit blackgirlscode.com.

26. Events - Friday, August 23, 2013

Neighborhood Assistance Corp. of America will host its American Dream Event Friday, Aug. 23, through Monday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Memphis Cook Convention Center, 255 N. Main St. Counselors and bank representatives will assist with home loans and loan modifications. Cost is free. Visit naca.com.

27. Events - Thursday, August 22, 2013

The Broad Avenue Arts District will hold a Broad Avenue Night Market Thursday, Aug. 22, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. between Indie Style Market and West Memorials on Broad Avenue. Cost is free. Visit broadavearts.com.

28. Events - Tuesday, March 5, 2013

The Memphis Lawyers’ Chapter of the Federalist Society will meet Tuesday, March 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Madison Hotel, 79 Madison Ave. Alan Gura of Gura & Possessky PLLC will present “The Right to Bear Arms for Self-Defense Outside the Home.” Cost is $30 for members and $35 for guests. R.S.V.P. to Greg Grisham at gregory.grisham@jacksonlewis.com or 462-2616.

29. Events - Monday, March 4, 2013

Calvary Episcopal Church will hold its 2013 Lenten Preaching Series and Waffle Shop on weekdays through March 22 at the church, 102 N. Second St. Speakers from various faiths will speak from 12:05 p.m. to 12:40 p.m.; the Waffle Shop will be open from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Visit calvarymemphis.org for a list of speakers.

30. Events - Saturday, March 2, 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.

31. Events - Thursday, November 29, 2012

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC will host a labor and employment breakfast briefing Thursday, Nov. 29, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Holiday Inn, 280 Marathon Way in Southaven. The topic is “Preparing for 2013: A Look Back at Significant Employment Law Developments Over the Past Year and What to Expect in the New Year.” Cost is free. R.S.V.P. to rsvp@bakerdonelson.com.

32. Madison Hotel Lands on Top 40 Hotels List - Thursday, November 8, 2012

Downtown Memphis’ Madison Hotel has been ranked No. 24 on Condé Nast Traveler’s 25th annual Readers’ Choice Awards Top 40 Hotels in the South list. The Madison, 79 Madison Ave., is the only hotel in Memphis to receive the honor.

33. Events - Thursday, August 30, 2012

Memphis Breakfast Rotary Club will meet Thursday, Aug. 30, at 7 a.m. at The Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Steve Ehrhart, AutoZone Liberty Bowl executive director, will speak. Contact Mark Edwards at medwards@bankofbartlett.com.

34. Events - Thursday, August 16, 2012

Memphis Breakfast Rotary Club will meet Thursday, Aug. 16, at 7 a.m. at The Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell will speak. Contact Mark Edwards at medwards@bankofbartlett.com.

35. Events - Thursday, August 9, 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.

36. Events - Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Chandler Reports will hold hands-on training seminars on its Shelby County Residential Service Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Memphis Area Association of Realtors computer lab, 6393 Poplar Ave. Cost is free. Contact Wendy Greenlaw at wendy@chandlerreports.com or 528-5273.

37. Events - Thursday, August 2, 2012

The Daily News will hold a sustainable energy seminar and panel discussion as part of its 2012 seminar series Thursday, Aug. 2, at 3:30 p.m. at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, 1934 Poplar Ave. Cost is $25. 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 - Tuesday, July 24, 2012

The Church Health Center/MIFA Farmers Market will be open Tuesday, July 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. Visit churchhealthcenter.org.

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 - Thursday, July 12, 2012

The Bradley Law Firm PLLC will host a seminar on the Veterans’ Affairs Aid and Attendance Pension Improvement program Thursday, July 12, at 10 a.m. at the firm’s building in Corporate Gardens, 3107 E. Corporate Edge Drive. Email anthony@bradley-law.com or call 682-2030.

44. Events - Wednesday, July 4, 2012

The Daily News’ offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Offices reopen at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, July 5, and will remain open during normal business hours.

45. Events - Tuesday, July 3, 2012

The Memphis Stars and Stripes 5K will be held Tuesday, July 3, at 7 p.m. at Tiger Lane adjacent to Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, 335 S. Hollywood St. Cost is $20 in advance and $25 on race day. Register at memphisstarsandstripes.racesonline.com.

46. Events - Monday, July 2, 2012

The Memphis & Shelby County Music Commission will hold Memphis Music Monday networking Monday, July 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale St. The biweekly events include music community networking and business exchange, guest speakers and music business presentations. Cost is free. Visit memphismusic.org.

47. 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.

48. 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.

49. Events - Thursday, June 14, 2012

The Memphis alumni chapter of LeMoyne-Owen College will kick off the Jerry C. Johnson Sports Weekend with a ceremony renaming the school’s gymnasium to the C. Arthur Bruce Hall/Jerry C. Johnson Gymnasium Thursday, June 14, at 10 a.m. at LOC, 807 Walker Ave. Call 435-1235.

50. Events - Thursday, May 31, 2012

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC will hold a labor and employment breakfast briefing Thursday, May 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Holiday Inn, 280 Marathon Way in Southaven. Brent E. Siler and Robert Williams will present “Top Ten Employer Mistakes in Employee Leave Issues.” Registration begins at 8 a.m. Cost is free. Email rsvp@bakerdonelson.com.

51. Events - Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Talk Shoppe and the Small Business Chamber will present “Speed Networking at Supersonic Speeds: Build Relationships With Other Top Business People” Wednesday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. Call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

52. 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.

53. Events - Thursday, May 17, 2012

The Black Business Association of Memphis will hold a general membership meeting Thursday, May 17, at 8 a.m. at the BBA office, 555 Beale St. Contact BBA at bbamemphis.com, info@bbamemphis.com or 526-9300.

54. Events - Thursday, April 26, 2012

The Greater Memphis Chamber will hold a Small Business Council breakfast Thursday, April 26, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. The topic is “Make Your Business Mobile.” Cost is $25 for chamber members and $30 for nonmembers. Call Erica Milford at 543-3518 for details.

55. Events - Thursday, April 19, 2012

On Location: Memphis International Film & Music Fest will be held Thursday, April 19, through Sunday, April 22. Visit onlocationmemphis.org for locations, show times and ticket prices.

56. Events - Thursday, April 12, 2012

The Association of Fundraising Professionals will host its monthly luncheon Thursday, April 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Christian Brothers University’s Thomas Center. The topic is “The Role of Communications in Fundraising Campaigns.” Cost is $15 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Visit afpmemphis.org to register.

57. Events - Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Jazz saxophonist Charles Lloyd will receive a note on the Beale Street Brass Note Walk of Fame Wednesday, April 11, at 11 a.m. inside Alfred’s, 197 Beale St. The event is free and open to the public. Lloyd and his New Quartet will perform at Rhodes College Thursday, April 12, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the McCallum Ballroom of the Bryan Campus Life Center. Tickets are $15. Visit alumni.rhodes.edu/charleslloyd for details and tickets.

58. Cultures and Flavors Meld at Evelyn & Olive - Monday, March 12, 2012

What does it take to open a restaurant?

Nerve, desire, concept, location, money.

Vicki Newsum-Hall and her husband, Ernest “Tony” Hall, certainly had the desire, they got the nerve, they had a concept, they found the location and somehow the money and – not least by any means – a chef named Xena Lovelady, and they opened Evelyn & Olive Restaurant and Wine Bar on Jan. 9 at 630 Madison Ave., a rather lonely stretch of Madison between Downtown and the Medical Center.

59. Events - Tuesday, February 14, 2012

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. board of directors will meet Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 9 a.m. at 114 N. Main St.

60. Events - Monday, February 13, 2012

The Center City Revenue Finance Corp. board of directors will meet Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 9 a.m. at 114 N. Main St.

61. Events - Friday, February 10, 2012

eighty3 will offer a special prix fixe Valentine’s Day dinner menu Friday, Feb. 10, through Tuesday, Feb. 14, at the restaurant, 83 Madison Ave. The four-course menu will include many items from the restaurant’s new small plates menu, as well as several special dishes. The cost is $80 per person. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made at 333-1224 or www.eighty3memphis.com.

62. Tubing Maker Doubles Space in Willow Lake - Friday, December 16, 2011

A Memphis-based tubing supplier is renewing its lease and more than doubling its space in a distressed Hickory Hill industrial park.

Jacob Tubing LP – the U.S. subsidiary of European modular tubing manufacturer Jacob Soehne – has renewed its 10-year lease for 20,232 square feet and expanded into an additional 30,000 square feet at Willow Lake Business Park, 3948 Willow Lake Blvd., in the Southeast industrial submarket.

63. Events - Tuesday, December 6, 2011

The Memphis Rotary Club will meet Tuesday, Dec. 6, at noon at the University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Bill Gibbons, commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security, will speak. Cost is $18 per person. For reservations, email Taylor Hughes at taylor@memphisrotary.org.

64. Events - Monday, December 5, 2011

Kyle Durrie will bring her Moveable Type Truck to Memphis for a print workshop and presentation with Crosstown Arts Monday, Dec. 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the parking lot of the Sears Crosstown building, at Cleveland Avenue and North Watkins Street. Visitors can tour the truck and print their own letterpress art to take away. For more information, visit www.powerandlightpress.com or www.type-truck.com.

65. Events - Thursday, November 24, 2011

The Peabody hotel will host a Thanksgiving Day brunch Thursday, Nov. 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the mezzanine at the hotel, 149 Union Ave. Cost is $55 for adults and $20 for children. For reservations, call 529-3668. Thanksgiving Day dinner at the Capriccio Grill is from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Cost is $40 for adults and $15 for children. For reservations, call 529-4199. Thanksgiving Day dinner at Chez Philippe is $70 per person and includes a four-course menu. For reservations, call 529-4188. A Christmas tree-lighting ceremony will be held Friday, Nov. 25, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the hotel. The ceremony is free and open to the public.

66. Events - Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “Open Microphone Discussing Hot Business Topics” Wednesday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

67. Events - Thursday, November 3, 2011

Leadership Memphis will host an information session about its fellows program Thursday, Nov. 3, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Junior League, 3475 Central Ave. For more information or to register, email Rod Moses at rmoses@leadershipacademy.org.

68. ICAA Tennessee Chapter to Hold Annual Meeting - Wednesday, November 2, 2011

The Tennessee Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art will hold its annual meeting Thursday, Nov. 3, and Friday, Nov. 4.

The two-day event will kick off Thursday at 6:30 p.m. with a lecture and book-signing by architect Russell Versaci at the Madison Hotel, 79 Madison Ave. Versaci is author of “Creating a New Old House.” A social will follow.

69. Events - Wednesday, November 2, 2011

WKNO-FM will premiere a series by news director Candice Ludlow that will address the issue of gangs in Memphis Wednesday, Nov. 2. The series will air in the morning during “Morning Edition” over the next several weeks. The series examines the Street Crimes Unit program through the eyes of Shelby County Sheriff Sergeant Charles Eldridge, who leads the unit. The program is working to eliminate the presence of gangs and drugs on Memphis’ streets. Morning Edition airs from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. weekday mornings.

70. Events - Tuesday, October 4, 2011

The Patriot Bank/Patriot Mortgage Golf Classic benefiting the Page Robbins Adult Day Care Center will be held Tuesday, Oct. 4, at Windyke Country Club, 8535 Winchester Road. Golfers can choose between 7:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. tee times. For more information or to register, call 854-1200 or visit www.pagerobbins.org.

71. Events - Monday, October 3, 2011

The University of Memphis will showcase green transportation at its annual Tiger Blue Goes Green Day Tuesday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Student Plaza. The event will encourage environmental awareness, inquiry and activism among students, faculty and staff. In a related event, Stephanie Cox, Tennessee area manager for ECOtality, will discuss electric vehicles and charging stations Monday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. in the University Center Fountain Room, room 350. For more information, contact Marian Levy at 678-4514 or mlevy@memphis.edu.

72. Events - Thursday, September 1, 2011

State Systems will host a lunch and learn titled “High Definition Surveillance – Seeing is Believing” Thursday, Sept. 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Embassy Suites Memphis, 1022 S. Shady Grove Road. The event is free, and lunch will be provided. To register, contact Debbie Jones at 531-6564 or djones@statesystemsinc.com.

73. Events - Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “The Mastermind Principle: From the Book ‘Think & Grow Rich’ by Napoleon Hill” Wednesday, Aug. 31, 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.

74. Events - Thursday, August 4, 2011

The Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development will hold an open house for those interested in developing brownfields along the Wolf River Thursday, Aug. 4, at 5:30 p.m. at Rhodes College, Frazier Jelke, auditorium C. For more information, contact Marion Jones at 576-7181 or marion.jones@memphistn.gov.

75. Events - Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Buy at Auction and Benefit Auction for Make-A-Wish” Wednesday, Aug. 3, 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.

76. Events - Tuesday, August 2, 2011

The Memphis Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will host a professional development seminar Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Joe Incardona of Media Source will conduct a seminar titled “Monitoring, Measuring and Giving Value to Social Media.” To register, call 754-9035 or visit www.prsamemphis.org.

77. Events - Monday, August 1, 2011

The Memphis Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America will host a professional development seminar Tuesday, Aug. 2, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Joe Incardona of Media Source will conduct the seminar titled “Monitoring, Measuring and Giving Value to Social Media.” To register, call 754-9035 or visit www.prsamemphis.org.

78. Events - Thursday, July 7, 2011

The Madison Hotel will continue its Sunset Atop the Madison series Thursday, July 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the hotel, 79 Madison Ave. Memphis All-Stars will perform at 6 p.m. and the evening will include drinks and a special menu. Admission is $7. For more information, call 333-1200.

79. Events - Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Improve Your Credit Scores & the Credit Simulator” Wednesday, July 6, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Hyatt Place, 9161 Winchester Road. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

80. Events - Monday, July 4, 2011

The Daily News’ offices will be closed Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Offices reopen at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 5, and will remain open during normal business hours.

81. Events - Friday, July 1, 2011

FRED’S, Frito-Lay and Bumpus Harley-Davidson are joining to raise funds to assist Staff Sgt. Russell Logan, a member of the Air National Guard, at a cookout Sunday, July 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bumpus Harley-Davidson, 325 S. Byhalia Road in Collierville. Logan lost his left foot while on patrol in Afghanistan. To make a contribution or for more information, call Bumpus at 316-1121.

82. Events - Thursday, June 30, 2011

The Madison Hotel will continue its Sunset Atop the Madison series Thursday, June 30, at 5:30 p.m. at the hotel, 79 Madison Ave. Preston Shannon will perform, and the evening will include drinks and a special menu. Admission is $7. For more information, call 333-1200.

83. Events - Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “The Mastermind Principle” Wednesday, June 29, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Hyatt Place, 9161 Winchester Road. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

84. Events - Friday, June 24, 2011

The Small Business Chamber Breakfast Club will meet Friday, June 24, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Office Suites Plus, 6000 Poplar Ave., suite 250. Cost is free to members and first-time guests and $10 for returning guests. For more information, call Melody Douglas at 261-5400.

85. Events - Thursday, June 23, 2011

Methodist North Hospital will host a free seminar on congestive heart failure Thursday, June 23, from 11 a.m. to1 p.m. at the hospital, 3950 Covington Pike, suite 250. Dr. Claro Diaz, cardiologist with Sutherland Cardiology Clinic, will speak. The event is free and open to the public. To register, call 888-777-5959.

86. Events - Thursday, June 16, 2011

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC will present “Family and Medical Leave Act Compliance: What You Need to Know,” Thursday, June 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the law firm’s office, 165 Madison Ave., 20th floor. For more information or to register, contact rsvp@bakerdonelson.com.

87. Events - Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Talk Shoppe will present “Benefit from the Wealth of Services Offered by the Shelby County Extension Service” Wednesday, June 15, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Hyatt Place, 9161 Winchester Road. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

88. Events - Tuesday, May 17, 2011

The Memphis Rotary Club will meet Tuesday at noon at the University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Dr. Manoj Jain will speak about health care costs. Cost is $18 per person. Advanced reservations are required. For reservations, email Taylor Hughes at taylor@memphisrotary.org.

89. Events - Monday, May 16, 2011

Healthy Memphis Common Table will meet Monday from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Dr. Bonnie L. Zell will speak on the topic “How Collaboration Can Improve the Health and Health Care of Memphis and Shelby County.” For more information, contact Simi Atolagbe at 273-2693 or simi.atolagbe@healthymemphis.org.

90. Miss USA Contestants to Visit Madison Hotel - Wednesday, May 11, 2011

The Madison Hotel, 79 Madison Ave., will host Miss Tennessee USA, Miss Mississippi USA and Miss Arkansas USA May 12 and May 13 for public appearances.

91. Events - Thursday, April 21, 2011

The Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a general membership luncheon Thursday at 11:15 a.m. at the Germantown Country Club, 1780 Kimbrough Road. Andrew Clarksenior of News Radio 600 WREC will speak. For reservations, call 755-1200.

92. Events - Thursday, December 30, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will present a Last-Minute “Buy the Hour” seminar Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. at Calvary Church, 102 N. Second St. The seminar is worth six hours of continuing legal education credit. For a full list of sessions and speakers or to register, call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

93. Events - Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will present a Last-Minute “Buy the Hour” seminar Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. at Calvary Church, 102 N. Second St. The seminar is worth six hours of continuing legal education credit. For a full list of sessions and speakers or to register, call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

94. Events - Tuesday, December 28, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will present a Last-Minute “Buy the Hour” seminar Dec. 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. at Calvary Church, 102 N. Second St. The seminar is worth six hours of CLE credit. For a full list of sessions or to register, call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

95. Events - Monday, December 27, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will present a Last-Minute “Buy the Hour” seminar Dec. 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:35 p.m. at Calvary Church, 102 N. Second St. The seminar is worth six hours of continuing legal education credit. For a full list of sessions and speakers or to register, call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

96. Events - Thursday, December 23, 2010

Grill 83 will feature a special Christmas Day menu from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the restaurant, 83 Madison Ave. Meals range from $38 to $45. For reservations or more information, call 333-1224 or visit www.grill83.com.

97. Events - Wednesday, December 22, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will present a continuing legal education class Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at International Paper, 6400 Poplar Ave. The seminar is titled “Lawyering – Why It’s Tough and What We Can Do.” For more information or to register, call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

98. West Tenn. Judge, Children's Advocate Dies - Wednesday, December 22, 2010

JACKSON, Tenn. (AP) – Walter Baker Harris, a West Tennessee judge for more than three decades who is credited with improving juvenile justice for children, has died. He was 79.

99. Events - Tuesday, December 21, 2010

The Downtown Neighborhood Association will hold its holiday party Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Blue Monkey, 513 S. Front St.

100. Events - Monday, December 20, 2010

The Alzheimer’s Association will hold an introduction to dementia and Alzheimer’s class Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s Association offices, 326 Ellsworth St. For more information, call 565-0011 or visit www.alz.org.