International Paper Co. is renovating Tower I at its headquarters in East Memphis primarily to accommodate a new business unit it acquired two years ago from Weyerhaeuser.

2. IP to Begin $8 Million Renovation at Memphis HQ - Tuesday, August 21, 2018

International Paper Co. is renovating Tower I at its headquarters in East Memphis primarily to accommodate a new business unit it acquired two years ago from Weyerhaeuser.

3. Events - Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Pinot’s Palette, 8225 Dexter Road, suite 103. Wardell Seals will present “Heartbeat-CPR: A most entertaining introduction to learning about current CPR practices.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

4. Events - Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Novel hosts mindfulness coach Greg Graber in conversation with Grizzlies play-by-play commentator Pete Pranica, discussing Graber’s book “Slow Your Roll: Mindfulness for Fast Times,” Tuesday, Aug. 7, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit novelmemphis.com.

5. Events - Monday, August 6, 2018

The Whitehaven Farmers Market, hosted by Methodist South Hospital, is open Monday, Aug. 6, from noon to 5 p.m. in front of Methodist South’s Medical Office Complex, 1300 Wesley Drive. Shop locally grown fruits and vegetables, then visit the University of Tennessee Extension booth, Farmers’ Market Fresh, for children’s activities, food demonstrations, recipes and more. The market continues Mondays through Sept. 24, except for Sept. 3. For more information, call 901-516-3580.

6. The Week Ahead: Aug. 6-12 - Monday, August 6, 2018

Good morning, Memphis! It’s that time of year again when backpacks, books and buses are on the minds of families around the county. Here’s to a prosperous year for the students of Shelby County Schools and a first day that is safe and fun.  

7. Events - Saturday, August 4, 2018

Community Legal Center hosts Cocktails for a Cause Friday, Aug. 3, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 1509 Peabody Ave. No speeches, no agenda – just a good time with all proceeds benefiting CLC. Visit clcmemphis.org for details.

8. Events - Thursday, February 5, 2015

Mid-South Area Business Travel Association will meet Thursday, Feb. 5, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Courtyard Memphis-Collierville, 4640 Merchants Park Circle. Phil Hammer, director of travel services for Runzheimer International, will present “Key Trends in Business Travel Costs.” Tickets are $25 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Visit msabta.org.

9. Events - Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Memphis Library Foundation will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the teen learning lab Wednesday, Feb. 4, at 11 a.m. at its future site in the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. The name for the lab will be announced at the ceremony. Visit memphislibraryfoundation.org.

10. Events - Thursday, January 22, 2015

National Black MBA Association, Memphis chapter will host its 2015 kickoff meeting, “Reaching Your Financial Goals: How Fit is Your Plan?” Thursday, Jan. 22, from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at International Paper headquarters, Tower 3, 6400 Poplar Ave. The guest speaker is Roland Cole, financial adviser with Duncan-Williams’ Private Client Group. Visit nbmbaamemphis.org.

11. Events - Wednesday, January 21, 2015

The Association for Women Attorneys will host its 35th annual banquet and silent auction Thursday, Jan. 29, at 5:30 p.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Cost is $60 for AWA members, $70 for nonmembers and $40 for law students. RSVP to Keating Lowery at keatingl@lawrencerussell.com or 901-844-4438 by Wednesday, Jan. 21.

12. Renovation, Expansion Underway at Saddle Creek - Friday, June 13, 2014

The Shops at Saddle Creek has picked up a new tenant as the lifestyle center undergoes a renovation.

Marmi Shoes has leased 1,395 square feet between Vera Bradley and Madewell at Saddle Creek. St. Louis-based Marmi Shoes offers a wide variety of women’s shoe styles and sizes with a European influence. The Saddle Creek location, the first in the Memphis area and the second in Tennessee, is expected to open in the fall.

13. Past Due - Friday, May 17, 2013

In the last five years, the 600 computers in the Memphis Public Library & Information Center were used 1.2 million times.

In that same five years, the budget for the library system of 18 locations has been cut 21 percent and there has been a 20 percent reduction in hours over the same five years.

14. Events - Tuesday, August 28, 2012

The Society for Human Resource Management Memphis chapter ethics council will hold a Dutch treat breakfast Tuesday, Aug. 28, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Treetops Cafe at International Paper, 6400 Poplar Ave., tower 3, room 100. The topic is “You’ve Got a Code … Now What? Training Your Employees.” Cost is $5. R.S.V.P. to cynthia@hrprosmemphis.com.

15. Events - Monday, August 27, 2012

Shelby County Trustee David Lenoir will address the Germantown board of mayor and aldermen Monday, Aug. 27, at 7 p.m. in the council chambers, 1930 S. Germantown Road. The open forum will include an update on property tax revenue and economic trends affecting the community. Visit shelbycountytrustee.com.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Events - Wednesday, December 21, 2011

The Memphis Bar Association will present a continuing legal education seminar titled “Insurance Errors & Omissions” Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at International Paper, 6400 Poplar Ave., Tower III, ponderosa pine room. For more information or to register, visit www.memphisbar.org.

19. Events - Thursday, May 12, 2011

Lipscomb Pitts Breakfast Club will hold a technology lunch and learn with State Systems Inc. Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Old Venice Pizza Co., 368 Perkins Road Extended. The topic is “Impact of Emerging Technology on Cabling Systems.” For reservations, contact Debbie Jones at 531-6564 or djones@statesystemsinc.com.

20. Events - Wednesday, May 11, 2011

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will hold a workshop Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at its office, 5100 Poplar Ave., suite 502. Participants will review the essential best practices of fundraising and critical issues that must be addressed to be successful. Cost is $99 for members, $150 for nonmembers and $89 for those in the Program for Nonprofit Excellence. For more information, call 684-6605 or visit www.npexcellence.org.

21. 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.

22. 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.

23. 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.

24. Events - Thursday, March 11, 2010

The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Bartlett Business Expo today at 9 a.m. at the Bartlett Recreation Center, 7700 Flaherty Place. The Business Expo will feature more than 80 local businesses. Admission is free and tickets will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 372-9457 or visit www.bartlettchamber.org.

25. Events - Thursday, February 11, 2010

The Memphis Business Xchange will hold a networking luncheon today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bonefish Grill, 1250 N. Germantown Parkway. Cost is $30 in advance and $35 on site. To register, visit www.networktn.com.

26. Events - Wednesday, February 10, 2010

The Apartment Association of Greater Memphis will host its quarterly Breakfast of Champions with the featured topic “Personal Property Security” today at 8:30 a.m. at Metro 67, 67 Madison Ave. Reservations are required. For reservations, call 685-9108.

27. Events - Tuesday, December 22, 2009

The Memphis Bar Association will present the continuing legal education seminar “Lawyering: Why It’s Tough: What We Can Do” today from 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at International Paper, 6400 Poplar Ave. For more information or to register, visit www.memphisbar.org.

28. Events - Monday, December 21, 2009

The Shelby County Commission will meet today at 1:30 p.m. at the Shelby County Administration Building, 160 N. Main St. For more information, call 545-4301.

29. Events - Friday, December 18, 2009

The Memphis Gavel Club Christmas Luncheon will be held today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. For more information, call 683-6802.

30. Events - Thursday, December 10, 2009

The Shelby County Joint Economic and Community Development Board will meet today at 9 a.m. at the Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center, 3663 Appling Road. For more information, call 545-4301.

31. Events - Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Avoid Being Victimized by Business and Real Estate Scams” 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.

32. Events - Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Buy Bank-Owned Real Estate Foreclosures” 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.

33. Events - Tuesday, September 1, 2009

The Memphis Rotary Club will meet today at noon at the University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Dr. James Eason, a transplant surgeon, will speak. Lunch is $18 per person and reservations are required. For reservations, e-mail Taylor Hughes at taylor@memphisrotary.org.

34. Events - Monday, August 31, 2009

Panera Bread will host a special preview of the Germantown Performing Arts Centre’s 2009-2010 season Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its new location, 7850 Poplar Ave., Suite 2. Collected donations will benefit GPAC. Reservations are due today. For reservations, e-mail rsvppanera@gmail.com.

35. Events - Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Motivate Your Customers to Call You” today from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, 3693 Tyndale Drive. Andy Wick of Visual Thunder and Judy Burda of JUUDYY Graphic Design will present the seminar. For more information, call Jo Garner at 482-0354.

36. Events - Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Talk Shoppe will present “How to Best Prepare Your Home for Sale to Ensure a Successful & Profitable Outcome” 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 759-7808.

37. Events - Tuesday, August 5, 2008

The Memphis Regional Chamber will hold its Metro Business Council Breakfast today from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. The topic is “Leveraging Your Business with Technology.” Cost is $20 for members and $30 for prospective members. For reservations, contact Ericka Milford at 543-3518 or emilford@memphischamber.com.

38. Events - Monday, August 4, 2008

The Engineers’ Club of Memphis Inc. will hold its weekly luncheon today at noon at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Paul Gavin of Contech Construction Products will speak on “Giogrid” Geotextiles. Cost is $12.

39. Events - Tuesday, October 31, 2006

The Memphis Regional Chamber offers "Preparing Your Business for the Unthinkable" today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 22 N. Front St., Ste. 200. Mark Giannini, co-founder of Service Assurance Corp., is the guest speaker. Call Tunga Lee at 543-3571 or e-mail tlee@memphischamber.com for more information.

40. Shelby Farms Ad Hoc Committee to Meet - Monday, October 30, 2006

Oct. 31

The Shelby County Board of Commissioners Ad Hoc Committee on Shelby Farms meets at 2 p.m. in the Commission's 4th floor committee room at the Shelby County Administration Building, 160 N. Main St. Call Steve Summerall at 545-4301 for more information.

41. Events - Tuesday, October 10, 2006

The Memphis chapter of the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) meets today at 6 p.m. at Fox Ridge Pizza, 1769 N. Germantown Parkway. For more information, call Jill Rayman at 550-0487.

42. Memphis Bar Association Members Act Out at Buckman - Monday, October 9, 2006

Oct. 10

The Memphis Bar Association presents "Entertaining Motions" from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Buckman Performing Arts Center, 60 Perkins Road Extended. The production is a parody of legal life featuring music and skits by and for the Memphis legal community. Call 527-3573 for more information.

43. Memphis Bar Association Members Act Out at Buckman - Monday, October 9, 2006

Oct. 10

The Memphis Bar Association presents "Entertaining Motions" from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Buckman Performing Arts Center, 60 Perkins Road Extended. The production is a parody of legal life featuring music and skits by and for the Memphis legal community. Call 527-3573 for more information.

44. Events - Tuesday, September 5, 2006

The Memphis office of the Tennessee Small Business Development Center hosts "Business Start-Up" Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon at Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale St. The seminar will discuss the first steps in starting a business. Cost is free. For information, call Yolanda Handy at 333-5085.

45. IP Relocates Global Headquarters - Monday, July 3, 2006
International Paper announced Friday it has completed the relocation of its global headquarters to Memphis from Stamford, Conn. The move became effective July 1. International Paper had been headquartered in Stamford since 2001, and the company annou

46. Events - Tuesday, January 10, 2006

CareerTrack presents "Dealing with Difficult People" from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Holiday Inn Mt. Moriah, 2490 Mt. Moriah Road. Cost is $99. Call (800) 556-3009 or visit www.careertrack.com.

47. American Inn of Court Shows Clarence Darrow Story - Monday, January 9, 2006

Jan. 10

The Center City Revenue Finance Corporation meets at 9:30 a.m. at the Center City Commission, 114 N. Main St. Contact Andy Kitsinger at 575-0540.

48. Events - Wednesday, January 4, 2006

The Memphis Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board meets at noon today in the conference room of the HEHFB offices, 65 Union Ave., Suite 1120. Contact John L. Baker at 527-6400.

49. Events - Tuesday, January 3, 2006

The Millington Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a membership meeting from noon to 1 p.m. today at Old Timer's Restaurant, 7918 Centre St. Shelby County Sheriff Mark Luttrell is the guest speaker. Call 872-1486 for more information.

50. Events - Thursday, December 29, 2005

The South Main Arts District hosts the monthly Friday Night Art Trolley Tour from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Attendees can enjoy free trolley rides between the galleries and stores along South Main Street. Visit www.southmainmemphis.org.

51. Events - Tuesday, December 6, 2005

The Small Business Chamber hosts its annual meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at the Ridgeway Country Club, 9800 Poplar Ave. Cost is $35. Call 259-1093 or visit www.smallbusinesschamber.com.

52. Events - Tuesday, November 1, 2005

The Mid-South chapter of the Society for Technical Communication hosts a lunch seminar at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday at Homewood Suites, 3583 Hacks Cross Road. Call 263-2559.

The Memphis Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board meets at noon Wednesday at 65 Union Ave., Suite 1120. For more information, call 527-6400.

53. Events - Wednesday, September 7, 2005

The Memphis Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board meets at noon today in the conference room at the HEHFB offices, 65 Union Ave., Suite 1120. Call 527-6400.

The Kiwanis Club of Memphis meets at noon today in the Skyway at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave. Ruby Bridgeforth, U.S. postmaster for the Memphis region, is the guest speaker. For reservations, contact Harold D. Dickson at 227-4125.

54. Events - Tuesday, September 6, 2005

The Memphis City Council meets at 3:30 p.m. today at City Hall, 125 N. Main St., first floor. Call 576-6786.

The Memphis Bar Association presents "Law and the Movies" from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Cost is $55 for members, $70 for non-members and $35 for attendees not earning continuing legal education credit. Call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.

55. Events - Tuesday, July 5, 2005

The Memphis City Council meets at 3:30 p.m. today at City Hall, 125 N. Main St., first floor. Call 576-6786.

The city of Memphis Health, Educational and Housing Facility Board meets at noon Wednesday in the conference room at the HEHFB office, 65 Union Ave., Suite 1120. Contact John L. Baker at 527-6400.

56. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, February 28, 2005
Councilman Ricky Peete to hold town hall meeting

CCC Hosts Public Meeting on Streetscape Plan

Feb. 28

The Shelby County Commission meets at 1:30 p.m. at the Shelby County Administration Building, 160 N. Main St. Call 545-4301. Memphis City ...

57. Archived Article: Events - Monday, February 21, 2005
The Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a new member reception/orientation from 8 a

The Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a new member reception/orientation from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday at the chamber, 2195 S. Germantown Road. Call...

58. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, January 3, 2005
HEADLINE

Germantown Chamber Hosts SOHO Meeting

Jan. 3

The Millington Area Chamber of Commerce hosts a mayor and board of aldermen meeting at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Millington Civic Center on Wilkinsville Road. Call 872-1486. Jan. 4...

59. Archived Article: Events - Tuesday, December 7, 2004
The Memphis Bar Association presents an alcohol and drug addiction treatment seminar from noon to 1 p

The Memphis Bar Association presents an alcohol and drug addiction treatment seminar from noon to 1 p.m. today at Serenity Recovery Centers, Low...

60. Archived Article: Events - Monday, December 6, 2004
The Small Business Administration presents Basic and Advanced Government Contracting, PTA 101 & 102 from 9 a

The Small Business Administration presents Basic and Advanced Government Contracting, PTA 101 & 102 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday...

61. Archived Article: Events - Friday, December 3, 2004
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society presents the annual holiday potluck gala from 11:30 a

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society presents its annual holiday potluck gala from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Park Avenue Church of Chri...

62. Archived Article: Events - Tuesday, September 21, 2004
The Memphis City Council meets at 3:30 p

The Memphis City Council meets at 3:30 p.m. today at City Hall, 125 N. Main St., first floor. Call 576-6786. The Shelby County Election Commission-Committee of the Whole meets at 4 p.m. today in the commis...

63. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, August 30, 2004
Memphis Regional Chamber Hosts Speaker Series

Jack Belz Speaks to Chamber Leaders

Aug. 30

The Memphis Regional Chamber presents a board leadership luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pink Palace Museum, 3050 Central Ave. Jack Belz, ch...

64. Archived Article: Events - Wednesday, August 11, 2004
The Kiwanis Club of Memphis meets at noon today in Grand Salon C at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave

The Kiwanis Club of Memphis meets at noon today in Grand Salon C at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave. Judy Martin, chief of nursing for Shelby County Health ...

65. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, June 21, 2004
MAAR OFFERS SAFETY CLASSES

MAAR Presents Realtor Safety Class

June 21

The Memphis Area Association of Realtors presents a free crime prevention and real estate agent safety class from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the MAAR ...

66. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, June 30, 2003
Calendar of Events June 30-July 6

Calendar of Events June 30-July 6

June 30

The Collierville Chamber of Commerce holds a ribbon cutting and grand reopening of Wilson Furniture Co. Inc., 225 Washington St., at 10 a.m. For information, call 8...

67. Archived Article: Comm Briefs - Friday, March 1, 2002
The Dutch Treat Luncheon, formerly the Loeb Luncheon, will meet 12:30 p Tickets for the Redbirds' two exhibition games, March 29 and 30 against the St. Louis Cardinals, and the team's 72-game home schedule, go on sale at 9 a.m., Saturday at AutoZone...

68. Archived Article: Ip P.2 - Tuesday, July 17, 2001
IP employees donate clothing to area non-profits IP drive benefits area non-profits International Paper employees concluded a two-month campaign by donating truckloads of clothing to hundreds of homeless families, elderly, women and children through...

69. Archived Article: Market Briefs - Monday, February 19, 2001
The Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau received a gold award from Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International The Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau received a gold award from Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association Int...

70. Archived Article: Tech Briefs - Wednesday, March 1, 2000
The Mid-South Chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services Meeting begins at 11:30 a The Mid-South Chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services Meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. Thursday and features State Treasurer Steve Adam...

71. Archived Article: Market Briefs - Monday, February 14, 2000
Computer trainer and owner of ONeals Solutions, Cindy ONeal, a member of the Cotton Belles Chapter, American Business Women Computer trainer and owner of ONeals Solutions, Cindy ONeal, a member of the Cotton Belles Chapter, American Business Womens ...

72. Archived Article: Ip (lead) - Thursday, February 3, 2000
By LAURIE JOHNSON International Paper to lease building at Lenox Court By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News International Paper is in the process of further expanding its operations in Memphis. The company has signed a lease to occupy a four-story, 97,0...

73. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, February 8, 1999
Feb Feb. 8 The Planned Giving Council of Greater Memphis will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Racquet Club, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. The speaker will be Robert F. Sharpe Sr., founder and executive director of the National Planned Giving Institut...

74. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, February 1, 1999
Feb Feb. 2 Buckeye Toastmasters will meet at 7:15 p.m. at Germantown United Methodist Church, 2331 S. Germantown Road. For more information, call 753-8604. Feb. 3 Rotary Club of East Memphis will meet at noon at the Racquet Club, 5111 Sanderlin Ave....

75. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, January 25, 1999
Jan Jan. 25 The League of Women Voters will meet at 7 p.m. at Poplar-White Station Public Library, 5094 Poplar Ave. The speaker will be Ted Fox, director of public works for Shelby County, who will discuss Shelby Farms. For more information, call 32...

76. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, October 7, 1996
Oct Oct. 8 The Memphis Risk and Insurance Management Society and the Business Emergency Preparedness Council will meet at the Pink Palace IMAX Theatre for an exclusive showing of Ring of Fire and a presentation on disaster recovery planning. A cockt...