The Blues Foundation hosts Blues Music Week Tuesday through Thursday, May 8-10. Highlights include:

• Tuesday, May 8: Little Steven and The Disciples of Soul concert benefiting TeachRock, 8 p.m. (doors 7 p.m.), Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison; tickets $25.
• Wednesday, May 9: Blues Hall of Fame induction ceremony, 6:30 p.m (cocktail reception 5:30 p.m.), Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main; tickets $75. Big LLou’s Blues Hall of Fame Tribute Jam benefiting the Blues Foundation and Generation Blues, 9 p.m., The Warehouse, tickets start at $20.
• Thursday, May 10: New memorabilia unveiling (10 a.m.) and meet-and-greet with painter Michael P. Maness (11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.), Blues Hall of Fame Museum, 421 S. Main. Blues Music Awards hosted by Little Steven Van Zandt, 7 p.m. (reception 5:30 p.m.), Cook Convention Center, 255 N. Main; tickets $150.

For a complete list of events, visit blues.org.

2. Events - Monday, May 7, 2018

Luna Nova Music will perform its Belvedere Festival Preview Concert on Monday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Beethoven Club, 263 S. McLean Blvd. The program includes works to be performed at the 12th annual festival, scheduled for June 20-23. Admission is free; reception to follow. Visit belvederefestival.org.

3. Events - Saturday, May 5, 2018

The 2018 Beale Street Music Festival takes place Friday through Sunday, May 4-6, in Tom Lee Park on Riverside Drive. The kickoff to the Memphis in May International Festival includes four stages with more than 60 acts spanning every genre. Tickets are $55 each day; three-day passes are $125 if purchased before May 1 and $165 if purchased after. Visit memphisinmay.org for details and a lineup.

4. Events - Saturday, August 19, 2017

Church Health will hold its 11th annual Rock for Love summer music event Friday and Saturday, Aug. 18-19, in collaboration with the grand opening of Crosstown Concourse. All events are free with a $10 suggested donation that benefits Church Health. Visit churchhealth.org/events for full details and lineups.

5. Events - Friday, August 18, 2017

Church Health will hold its 11th annual Rock for Love summer music event Friday and Saturday, Aug. 18-19, in collaboration with the grand opening of Crosstown Concourse. All events are free with a $10 suggested donation that benefits Church Health. Visit churchhealth.org/events for lineups.

6. Events - Thursday, August 17, 2017

The Women’s Connection Luncheon & Expo, hosted by the Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held Friday, Aug. 18, at The Racquet Club, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Enjoy shopping and networking from 10 to 11:30 a.m.; lunch and a speaker panel sharing insights about life, success and balance from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; and more shopping and information from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tickets are $25. Register at bartlettchamber.org.

7. Events - Friday, February 24, 2017

Stax Music Academy will perform a Black History Month tribute to the 1967 Stax/Volt European Tour Friday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave. The concert will feature the music of Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Booker T. & the MGs, Eddie Floyd, Carla Thomas, and Arthur Conley. Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door; call 901-946-2513, ext. 250, to buy advance tickets.

8. Events - Thursday, February 23, 2017

The University of Memphis will host 2016 National Book Award winner Ibram Kendi for a discussion of his book “Stamped From the Beginning: The Definitive History of Racist Ideas in America” Thursday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m. in the University Center Theatre, 499 University St. A reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. Cost is free. Visit memphis.edu.

9. Events - Saturday, January 7, 2017

The 2017 Memphis Bike Swap will be held Saturday, Jan. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave. Bikers will be able to buy, sell or swap parts with other cyclists around the city. Admission is free for buyers; food and beer will be available for purchase. A portion of proceeds will benefit the American Diabetes Association. Visit peddlerbikeshop.com/events for details.

10. Events - Friday, January 6, 2017

POTS@TheWorks will present the world premiere of “Other People’s Happiness,” a winner of the 2015 NewWorks@TheWorks playwriting competition, Friday, Jan. 6, through Jan. 29 at TheatreWorks, 2085 Monroe Ave. Visit playhouseonthesquare.org for times and tickets.

11. Events - Thursday, August 25, 2016

Sales & Marketing Society of the Mid-South will host a networking happy hour Thursday, Aug. 25, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the DoubleTree hotel, 5069 Sanderlin Ave. Cost is free; cash bar provided. Visit sms-midsouth.org.

12. Events - Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Working Writers’ Cocktail Hour will be held Wednesday, Aug. 24, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Crosstown Arts story booth, 438 N. Cleveland St. Memphis writers of all types (poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, journalism, art/music writing, etc.) are invited to mingle, have a drink, and connect with other working writers. Cost is free. For details, visit crosstownarts.org.

13. Memphis Habitat to Hold Benefit Dinner With Carters - Saturday, July 30, 2016

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis is hosting a benefit dinner Aug. 25 that will give attendees a chance to mingle with a former U.S. president.

SheetRock ‘n’ Roll is part of Habitat for Humanity’s Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which will take place in Uptown’s Bearwater Park beginning Aug. 22.

14. Memphis Habitat to Hold Benefit Dinner With Carters - Friday, July 29, 2016

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis is hosting a benefit dinner Aug. 25 that will give attendees a chance to mingle with a former U.S. president.

SheetRock ‘n’ Roll is part of Habitat for Humanity’s Jimmy & Rosalynn Carter Work Project, which will take place in Uptown’s Bearwater Park beginning Aug. 22.

15. Memphis Fashion Incubator Looking for Permanent Space - Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Andrea Fenise lays a sheet of ivory fabric over her desk and cuts diagonally with precision.

“Actually, today is my off day,” she said. “This is personal. It’s my baby’s flower girl dress.”

16. Events - Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Memphis will host the 45th annual Steak n’ Burger Dinner, featuring a keynote by Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway, on Tuesday, May 3, at 6 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave. Kids can enjoy a pre-event games area before sitting down to enjoy a meal where adults eat burgers and kids eat steak. Tickets are $200; proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Clubs. Visit bgcm.org for details.

17. Events - Monday, May 2, 2016

Memphis Branch NAACP, Ben F. Jones Chapter of the National Bar Association and the National Park Service will hold a public forum Monday, May 2, from 1:45 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at the National Civil Rights Museum, 450 Mulberry St. The forum and panel discussion is part of the commemoration of the 1866 Memphis Massacre. Visit naacpmemphis.org for details and a schedule of related events.

18. Events - Saturday, April 30, 2016

Independent Bookstore Day will be celebrated on Saturday, April 30, with special discounts, giveaways and events at Burke’s Book Store, 936 S. Cooper St., and The Booksellers at Laurelwood, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Among the highlights: participate in Litographs literary tattoo chain; purchase exclusive IBD books and art pieces; and visit both locations to be entered to win one of 10 prizes. Visit burkesbooks.com and thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com for full schedules.

19. Boys & Girls Clubs to Host 45th Steak n’ Burger Dinner - Saturday, March 26, 2016

The Boys & Girls Clubs Steak n’ Burger Dinner – a tradition that brings Memphis leaders and Boys & Girls Clubs members together for a meal, conversation and inspiration – is returning for its 45th year.

20. Boys & Girls Clubs to Host 45th Steak n’ Burger Dinner - Friday, March 25, 2016

The Boys & Girls Clubs Steak n’ Burger Dinner – a tradition that brings Memphis leaders and Boys & Girls Clubs members together for a meal, conversation and inspiration – is returning for its 45th year.

21. Events - Thursday, February 25, 2016

Poplar Pike Playhouse will present the regional premiere of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” Thursday, Feb. 24, through March 12 at 7653 Poplar Pike. The “Under the Sea Party With Ariel and Friends,” featuring a character lunch, crafts and a framed picture with Ariel, will be March 5 and 12 at noon. Visit ppp.org for details and tickets.

22. Events - Wednesday, February 24, 2016

The Orpheum Theatre will screen “Dorothea Lange” on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. at the Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main St. The screening is part of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers, which runs through April. Admission is $10. Visit orpheum-memphis.com.

23. Events - Friday, October 16, 2015

Eyewear Gallery will offer free dry-eye and allergy eye screenings Fridays in October, including Oct. 16, from noon to 2 p.m. To schedule an appointment, visit eyeweargallery.com or call 901-763-2020.

24. Events - Thursday, October 15, 2015

AARP Cordova Chapter will meet Thursday, Oct. 15, at 11:30 a.m. at the Cordova branch library, 8457 Trinity Road. Walgreens representatives will speak about immunizations, Medicare, other pharmacy-related topics and services for seniors. Guests are welcome. Email fmyers912@yahoo.com for details.

25. First Tennessee Again Eyes Sale Of Downtown HQ Building - Wednesday, October 7, 2015

One of Memphis’ tallest buildings could come under new ownership as First Tennessee Bank looks to sell its Downtown tower at 165 Madison Ave.

26. Events - Saturday, August 22, 2015

The Church Health Center’s Tobacco-Free Tuesday kicks off Tuesday, Aug 25, at 5:30 p.m. at 1115 Union Ave. Dr. Nia Zalamea will discuss the benefits of quitting smoking, and attendees will preview CHC’s free Commit to Quit smoking-cessation program. RSVP to harrells@churchhealthcenter.org or 901-701-2222.

27. Events - Friday, August 21, 2015

Saint Thomas Health, a nonprofit Middle Tennessee health care system, will host a clinical recruitment fair Friday, Aug. 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Memphis Marriott East, 5795 Poplar Ave. Visit sths.com.

28. Events - Thursday, February 26, 2015

The Daily News will host the 2015 Women & Business Seminar and panel discussion Thursday, Feb. 26, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Brooks Museum auditorium, 1934 Poplar Ave. The seminar will be followed by a wine-and-cheese reception with the panelists. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

29. Events - Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Rhodes College will host writer and translator Sarah Ruden for its annual Batey Lecture Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. in the Hardie Auditorium of Palmer Hall on campus, 2000 North Parkway. Ruden will present “Divine Comedy, Earlier Than You Think: Vergil, Augustine, the Bible.” Cost is free. Visit rhodes.edu.

30. Events - Saturday, February 21, 2015

The Daily News will host the 2015 Women & Business Seminar and panel discussion Thursday, Feb. 26, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Brooks Museum auditorium, 1934 Poplar Ave. The seminar will be followed by a wine-and-cheese reception with the panelists. Tickets are $25. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

31. Events - Wednesday, November 5, 2014

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host Ally Condie, author of “Atlantia,” for a discussion and book signing Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com.

32. Events - Saturday, July 26, 2014

American Red Cross will hold a blood drive Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Champion Hills at Windyke Apartment Homes, 3788 Links Drive. All blood types, especially O negative, B negative and A negative, are needed. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 800-733-2767 for donor requirements and appointments.

33. Events - Friday, July 25, 2014

UCAN of Memphis will hold its Dare 2 Dream teen conference Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at BRIDGES, 477 N. Fifth St. The anti-bullying conference will include inspirational speaker presentations, workbooks, snacks and school supplies. Cost is $50; parents are encouraged to attend for no additional cost. Visit ucanofmemphis.org.

34. Events - Thursday, May 8, 2014

The Downtown Alive concert series will feature Maitre D’s Thursday, May 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Court Square. The free series, produced by the Downtown Memphis Commission and Memphis Music Foundation, continues through June 26. Visit downtownmemphis.com.

35. Stax Presents Soulful Musical at Minglewood - Wednesday, February 26, 2014

The Stax Music Academy is bringing an original musical, “Peace, Love and Soulsville,” to Minglewood Hall Wednesday in celebration of Black History Month.

The musical, which includes live music, dancing and retro costumes, is based on the television show “Soul Train” and inspired by the book, “Love, Peace and Soul! The Behind the Scenes Story of America’s Favorite Dance Show: Soul Train.”

36. Events - Saturday, September 7, 2013

In-Synk and The Daily News will host a Leadership Lunch & Learn book review and discussion on Sheryl Sandberg’s “Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead” Friday, Sept. 6, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Triumph Bank board room, 5699 Poplar Ave. Cost is $20. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

37. Events - Friday, September 6, 2013

In-Synk and The Daily News will host a Leadership Lunch & Learn book review and discussion on Sheryl Sandberg’s “Lean In: Women, Work and the Will to Lead” Friday, Sept. 6, from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Triumph Bank board room, 5699 Poplar Ave. Cost is $20. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com.

38. Events - Thursday, September 5, 2013

The city of Germantown will host the Farm Park Farmers Market on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Farm Park, 2740 Cross Country Drive, near Germantown Elementary School. Email mmcdonnell@germantown-tn.gov.

39. Events - Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Memphis Area Association of Realtors and Shelby County Trustee David Lenoir will host the 2013 Residential Real Estate Summit Tuesday, April 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Germantown Performing Arts Centre, 1801 Exeter Road. Lawrence Yun, National Association of Realtors chief economist, will discuss the current state of the local and national real estate market. Cost is free. Visit maar.org/residentialsummit to register.

40. Events - Monday, April 1, 2013

University of Memphis Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter and Students Advocating Service will kick off Act! Speak! Build! Week Monday, April 1, at 10 a.m. in the University Center Bluff Room, 499 University St. Guests include Sen. Reginald Tate and Jessica Hord of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis. Cost is free. Visit memphishabitat.com.

41. Events - Saturday, March 30, 2013

Tennessee Shakespeare Co. will present “Hamlet” Wednesday, April 3, through Sunday, April 14, at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens Winegardner Auditorium, 4339 Park Ave. Visit tnshakespeare.org for times and tickets.

42. Events - Friday, March 29, 2013

Lipscomb Pitts Breakfast Club and the University of Memphis will host a Professional Connection Lunch Friday, March 29, from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the University Center Shelby Room, 499 University St. The series connects students with business and community leaders for discussions and leadership exercises. Cost is free. R.S.V.P. to Jon Campbell at jcmpbll3@memphis.edu or 678-1781.

43. 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.

44. Events - Friday, March 1, 2013

Memphis City Beautiful and Memphis Botanic Garden will plant an Arizona Cypress as part of an Arbor Day ceremony Friday, March 1, at 10 a.m. at the garden’s horticulture center, 750 Cherry Road. Cost is free and will include a tree-seedling giveaway. Cherry tree seedlings will be available for sale. Visit memphisbotanicgarden.com.

45. Events - Friday, October 19, 2012

The 25th Rhodes Institute on the Profession of Law, Volume III will be held Friday, Oct. 19, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Hardie Auditorium of Palmer Hall on the Rhodes campus. The title is “Legal Lynx: The Evolution of the Practice of Law.” Contact Tracy Vezina Patterson at pattersont@rhodes.edu or 843-3856 for registration details.

46. 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.

47. Volunteer Spirit - Friday, October 12, 2012

We volunteer. Those two words comprise this particular radio station’s independent streak and listener-supported ethos, which traces its beginning to 1976 and to the days of vinyl and reel-to-reel tapes.

48. Festival Seeks Best Memphis Burger - Monday, August 27, 2012

Seth Agranov is a burger guru with a big vision.

He’s lived in Memphis since 1994 and up until a year or so ago, thought that Huey’s was the only solution to his hankerings. But upon being introduced to the griddle-fried, grass-fed beef burger at Three Angels Diner, that mindset quickly changed.

49. Events - Friday, July 27, 2012

Small Business Chamber Breakfast Club will meet Friday, July 27, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Panera Bread, 714 N. Germantown Parkway, suite 39. Email smallbusinesschambermemphis@gmail.com.

50. 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.

51. 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.

52. Social Philanthropy Drives GiVE 365 - Friday, May 18, 2012

GiVE 365, a program that invites ordinary Memphians to become active, decision-making philanthropists by giving $1 a day, will celebrate its third anniversary of giving on June 1.

The program was launched by the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, a nonprofit established in 1969 to encourage philanthropy and make charitable giving easy for individuals, families and businesses.

53. Events - Thursday, May 3, 2012

The Mid-South Area Business Travel Association will host a behind-the-scenes tour of Memphis International Airport Thursday, May 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the airport project center, 4225 Airways Blvd. Cost is $25 for MSABTA members and $40 for nonmembers. Register at msabta.org.

54. Events - Wednesday, May 2, 2012

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will hold its annual conference Wednesday, May 2, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Clark Opera Memphis Center, 6745 Wolf River Blvd. The topic is “Powerful Networks: Nonprofits, Social Media and Community.” Cost is $120 for members, $160 for nonmembers and $65 for students. Visit npexcellence.org or email info@npexcellence.org.

55. Bigfish Finds Bigger Pond in Midtown - Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Editor’s Note: Per Bigfish’s request, this entire interview was done via Twitter. Certain words and phrases of Tim Nicholson’s responses will appear in parentheses, due to slang used during the course of the interview given the medium through which it was conducted.

56. Oscar Night Party to Benefit Ronald McDonald House - Monday, February 20, 2012

Oscar Night America 2012 to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis will be held Sunday, Feb. 26, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave.

57. Events - Thursday, September 8, 2011

The Small Business Chamber will hold a power lunch titled “Doing Business with the Memphis Latino Community” Thursday, Sept. 8, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Better Business Bureau, 3693 Tyndale Drive. For more information, call Sally Baker Brenner at 748-8889.

58. Events - Thursday, August 25, 2011

The Downtown Memphis Commission board of directors will meet Thursday, Aug. 25, at noon at 114 N. Main St. For more information, call 575-0540.

59. 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.

60. Events - Monday, August 15, 2011

LeMoyne-Owen College and the United Negro College Fund will host the Hank Aaron Celebrity Sports Weekend and the 41st UNCF Black Tie Gala Reception Monday, Aug. 15, through Saturday, Aug. 20. A celebrity golf tournament will be held Monday at 7 a.m. at Spring Creek Ranch, 149 Chinquapin Drive. The News Channel 3 Sunset 5K Run/Walk will be held Aug. 19, at 7 p.m. A celebrity sports breakfast hosted by Elliot Perry will be held Aug. 20 at 9 a.m. on campus, 807 Walker Ave. The gala will be held Aug. 20 at 6 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave. Visit www.loc.edu.

61. Madison Bike Lane Plan Faces Final Public Meeting - Wednesday, July 13, 2011

A new twist on the old phrase “where the rubber meets the road” occurs Wednesday evening on Madison Avenue.

The rubber will be from bicycle tires as an architecture and planning firm hired by Memphis Mayor A C Wharton Jr.’s administration closes out a trio of public hearings to shape a more comprehensive plan for the Madison roadway between Cleveland and Cooper streets.

62. Events - Friday, April 15, 2011

The Crescent Club Growth Strategies Group will meet Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Philip Johnson and Tom Merriam, partners at Argyle Benefits Consultants, will speak. Cost is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. For reservations, call 684-1010.

63. Events - Friday, April 1, 2011

The Lipscomb & Pitts Breakfast Club will hold a happy hour mixer Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Napa Cafe, 5101 Sanderlin Ave., suite 122. No reservations are required.

64. Exchange Club to Hold Annual Auction Party - Thursday, March 24, 2011

The Exchange Club Family Center will hold its annual Hands of Hope Auction Party April 2 at 7 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave.

65. 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.

66. 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.

67. Making an MPACT - Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Friday night will find Minglewood Hall packed with young professionals socializing, enjoying refreshments and live music and honoring peers for their civic, business and political achievements.

It’ll be a confab with some fun, light-hearted diversions like old-school prom photos. It also will be a meaningful gathering that represents the largest fundraising event for the nonprofit organization focused on young professionals and emerging leaders.

68. ADDY Awards Honor City’s Best Work - Tuesday, February 22, 2011

The local advertising industry’s creativity this past year has put a new meaning to the phrase “think outside the box.”

The American Advertising Federation Memphis presented 54 gold and 69 silver awards out of 500 paid entries at Saturday’s ADDY Awards at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave.

69. Minglewood Oscar Party Benefits RMH Memphis - Monday, February 7, 2011

Minglewood Hall will be the site of the Memphis Oscar Night America Party on Feb. 27 to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Memphis, a free home-away-from-home for the families of children receiving treatment for cancer and other catastrophic illnesses at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

70. 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.

71. 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.

72. 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.

73. 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.

74. 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.

75. Mainstream Events Launches Biz With ‘Battle for a Cure’ - Friday, August 27, 2010

Any contest billed as a “battle of the bands” tends to attract throngs of people who want to see how their favorite musical group stacks up to the competition.

Because large crowds flock to these events – and have done so for generations – Kasey Smothers of Mainstream Events LLC thought it would be a good way to raise money for the Mid-South Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

76. Events - Thursday, July 29, 2010

The Memphis/Mid-South Chapter of the Federal Bar Association will present the seminar “Appeals A to Z” Thursday from 1:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Clifford Davis and Odell Horton Federal Building, 167 N. Main St., 11th floor, jury assembly room.

77. Events - Friday, February 26, 2010

The Memphis Gavel Club will hold a luncheon today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Yvonne Madlock, director of the Shelby County Health Department, will speak. For more information, call 754-3569.

78. Events - Thursday, February 25, 2010

The Memphis Bar Association will host a continuing legal education seminar today from 1:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the MBA office, 80 Monroe Ave., Suite 220. Kathy Story of Story Consulting will speak on “Managing Change and Transforming Your Legal Career.” To register, visit www.memphisbar.org.

79. Events - Friday, February 19, 2010

The University of Memphis Law Review Symposium will be held today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law, 1 N. Front St. The symposium is titled “Labor and Employment Law Today: Evolution or Revolution.” To register, visit www.memphis.edu/lawreview/symposium.php.

80. Minglewood to Host Oscar Night Party - Thursday, February 18, 2010

The Oscar Night America 2010 party will be held March 7 at 6 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave.

81. Events - Friday, November 13, 2009

The International Business Council will hold its 2009 fall meeting today at 8 a.m. at The Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd. The theme of the event is “Memphis: The Crossroads of NAFTA.” Cost is $45 for Greater Memphis Chamber members and $60 for nonmembers. For tickets, call Brenda Montgomery at 543-3541.

82. Events - Friday, August 7, 2009

Attorney Larry Rice will present a one-hour continuing legal education seminar today at 3 p.m. at 275 Jefferson Ave. Cost is $10. Seating is limited. For reservations, contact Sarah Beth Cohen at scohen@ricelaw.com or 526-6701.

83. Events - Thursday, August 6, 2009

The Mid-South Area Business Travel Association will hold its monthly luncheon today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select East Memphis, 5795 Poplar Ave. Emily Capadalis of First Tennessee Bank’s Private Client Financial Services Division will speak. Cost is $25 for members and $40 for guests. For more information, visit www.msabta.com.

84. Events - Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Talk Shoppe will present “Getting Started Right in Real Estate Investment” today 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.

85. Events - Friday, July 31, 2009

The Memphis Bar Association will hold a continuing legal education seminar today from noon to 1 p.m. at 200 Jefferson Ave., sixth floor. Judges David Kennedy, Jennie Latta, George Emerson and Paulette Delk will speak about reaffirmation agreements. To register, visit www.memphisbar.org/cle.

86. Events - Friday, June 26, 2009

A TennCare Continuing Legal Education Clinic will be held today from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave.

The Memphis Music Resource Center will celebrate its first birthday during the South Main Art Trolley Tour today from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 431 S. Main St. The free celebration will include live music, food and drinks.

87. Events - Wednesday, June 17, 2009

The Center City Development Corp. board of directors will meet today at 9 a.m. in the Center City Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St.

88. Events - Monday, June 15, 2009

The Greater Memphis Chamber will hold a metro mixer Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave. Deadline for registration is today. To register, contact Tunga Lee at 543-3571 or tlee@memphischamber.com.

89. Minglewood Open for Business - Monday, February 16, 2009

The initial phase of Minglewood Plaza, a $5 million mixed-use development in the heart of Midtown, opened to the public Friday night, giving Memphis a much needed, mid-sized entertainment venue and giving new life to a building that has been home to a bread factory, a music store and a church.

90. Keeping Tabs - Thursday, March 8, 2007

A local business group that dabbles - among other things - in logistics and technology services has bought several acres in Downtown Memphis for the expansion of a cutting-edge business park.

The Memphis-based DeHart Group, which includes several related business entities, also has snapped up parcels recently in Midtown, where it's planning to centralize its operations within the commercial space whose occupants include Strings & Things.

91. First-Quarter Bankruptcy Filings On Downward Spiral - Thursday, April 13, 2006

Divorce, sickness and job loss. For individuals, those are the big three, the most common factors that cause people to file for bankruptcy protection to wipe away most of their debt or pay back a percentage of it.