The big Cooper-Young Festival, a much-anticipated annual event in the Midtown neighborhood, will be held on Saturday. The day-long celebration includes several pre-events in the days preceding it, including an artists’ show and 4-mile race to raise funds for the Cooper-Young Community Association. Have a great time, Memphis!

2. Women- & Minority-Owned Biz Loan Fund Launches - Saturday, June 16, 2018

A $15 million small-business loan fund announced Monday, June 11, is aimed at improving access to capital for minority- and women-owned businesses in the Memphis area.

The loan fund is a partnership between Pathway Lending, a nonprofit regional community development financial institution, and Epicenter, the nonprofit entrepreneurial hub organization. Pinnacle Financial Partners, First Tennessee and Regions Bank are providing the initial capitalization of the Memphis Small Business Opportunity Loan Fund.

3. New Loan Fund Launches For Women-, Minority-Owned Biz - Wednesday, June 13, 2018

A $15 million small-business loan fund announced Monday, June 11, is aimed at improving access to capital for minority- and women-owned businesses in the Memphis area.

The loan fund is a partnership between Pathway Lending, a nonprofit regional community development financial institution, and Epicenter, the nonprofit entrepreneurial hub organization. Pinnacle Financial Partners, First Tennessee and Regions Bank are providing the initial capitalization of the Memphis Small Business Opportunity Loan Fund.

4. New Loan Fund for Minority, Women-Owned Businesses Starts with $15M - Monday, June 11, 2018

A $15-million small business loan fund announced Monday, June 11, is aimed at improving access to capital for minority and women-owned businesses in the Memphis area.

The loan fund is a partnership among Pathway Lending, a nonprofit regional Community Development Financial Institution and Epicenter, the nonprofit entrepreneurial hub organization. Pinnacle Financial Partners, First Tennessee and Regions Bank are providing the initial capitalization of the Memphis Small Business Opportunity Loan Fund.

5. Events - Thursday, September 14, 2017

The Daily News’ 2017 Small Business Seminar will take place Thursday, Sept. 14, at 3:30 p.m. at the Brooks Museum, 1930 Poplar Ave. A panel of key players in the local food and beverage industry will discuss opportunities and challenges they’ve faced and offer tips and advice for all small-business owners. Wine-and-cheese reception will follow. Visit seminars.memphisdailynews.com for details and registration.

6. Events - Wednesday, September 13, 2017

The Project Management Institute Memphis Chapter will meet Wednesday, Sept. 13, at 6 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave., suite 909. Luke Pruett, recruiting director for City Leadership, will present “Why Millennials Believe in Memphis.” Visit pmimemphis.org.

7. Events - Tuesday, September 12, 2017

NAWBO Memphis will present “Leaping the Million Dollar Hurdle” Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Clarion Security founder and CEO Kim Heathcott will share how she grew her business, tackled her first million-dollar hurdle and kept going to become Memphis’ largest female-owned business employer. Register at nawbomemphis.org.

8. The Week Ahead: Sept. 11-18 - Monday, September 11, 2017

Hey, Memphis! This week we’re gearing up for the Cooper Young Festival and a packed house at the Tigers vs. UCLA game. Plus, Uptown Funk heads Downtown and The Joker hits East Memphis. Here’s what else you need to know about in The Week Ahead…

9. Events - Monday, September 11, 2017

NAWBO Memphis will present “Leaping the Million Dollar Hurdle” Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Clarion Security founder and CEO Kim Heathcott will share how she grew her business, tackled her first million-dollar hurdle and kept going to become Memphis’ largest female-owned business employer. Register at nawbomemphis.org.

10. Events - Saturday, September 9, 2017

Rhodes College will host “The Book Thief” author Markus Zusak for an interactive conversation about the book and the larger questions it raises Thursday, Sept. 12, at 6 p.m. in McNeill Concert Hall on Rhodes’ West Campus, 613 University St. Zusak’s presentation is part of the 2017 Memphis Reads program. Free and open to the public. Visit rhodes.edu for details.

11. Cooper-Young Invitational For Artists Set for Sept. 14 - Saturday, September 2, 2017

The 2017 Cooper-Young Festival presented by Evolve Bank & Trust will be showcasing more than 25 local artisans at this year’s Art Invitational on Thursday, Sept. 14, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

12. Cooper-Young Art Invitational Scheduled for Sept. 14 - Friday, September 1, 2017

The 2017 Cooper-Young Festival presented by Evolve Bank & Trust will be showcasing more than 25 local artisans at this year’s Art Invitational on Thursday, Sept. 14, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

13. Cooper-Young Festival Set for Sept. 16 - Monday, August 28, 2017

The annual Evolve Bank & Trust Cooper Young Festival is less than three weeks away, set for Saturday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

14. Events - Wednesday, May 17, 2017

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, May 17 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in NovaCopy’s conference room, 7251 Appling Farms Parkway. Phillip Kemp of Reed and Associates will present “Get a Life, Get a Property Manager – What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

15. Events - Tuesday, May 16, 2017

Agape North will hold a pop-up shop style party Tuesday, May 16, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its office, 2132 West St. The party will feature food trucks, live music, live screen-printing and outdoor games, plus the cause-based clothing company will reveal new apparel, including a design inspired by Maya Clark, a Collegiate School of Memphis student and the winner of Agape North’s first T-shirt design contest. Visit agapenorth.com.

16. Events - Monday, May 15, 2017

Agape North will hold a pop-up shop style party Tuesday, May 16, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at its office, 2132 West St. The party will feature food trucks, live music, live screen-printing and outdoor games, plus the cause-based clothing company will reveal new apparel, including a design inspired by Maya Clark, a Collegiate School of Memphis student and the winner of Agape North’s first T-shirt design contest. Visit agapenorth.com.

17. Events - Saturday, May 13, 2017

The Memphis Air Show will be held Saturday and Sunday, May 13-14, at Memphis-Millington Airport, 8101 Hornet Ave. Gates will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with flying performances from noon to 4:30 p.m. Featured performances include the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and Leap Frogs, an Air Force F-16 Viper demonstration, the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and CF-18 Hornet demonstration teams, the Shockwave Jet Truck and more. Visit memphisairshow.org for details and tickets.

18. Events - Saturday, December 10, 2016

The Fourth Bluff Ice Rink will open Saturday, Dec. 10, at Mississippi River Park (Riverside Drive next to the Tennessee Welcome Center) and will remain open through January. Hours on Sundays are noon to 6 p.m.; Tuesdays-Thursdays from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.; and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The rink is closed on Mondays. Admission is $10 and includes skate rental. For details, visit memphisriverfront.com.

19. Events - Friday, December 9, 2016

Ballet Memphis and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will perform “Nutcracker” Friday through Sunday, Dec. 9-11, at The Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St. Performances start at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. each day. This annual holiday production features a cast of nearly 100 professional dancers, local children, musicians and vocalists. Buy tickets at balletmemphis.org.

20. Events - Thursday, December 8, 2016

Ballet Memphis and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will perform “The Nutcracker” Friday through Sunday, Dec. 9-11, at The Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St. Performances start at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. each day. This annual production features a cast of nearly 100 professional dancers, local children, musicians and vocalists. Buy tickets at balletmemphis.org.

21. Events - Thursday, September 15, 2016

Memphis AMA, the local chapter of the American Marketing Association, will hold the Memphis Agency Crawl: Round 2 on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This tour of three agencies will start at ODEN, 119 S. Main St., suite 300, then proceed to Sullivan Branding and Archer Malmo. Cost is free for AMA members and $15 for nonmembers. Register at eventbrite.com.

22. Events - Thursday, August 4, 2016

Metal Museum will host its Pokemon Go-themed Whet Thursday on Aug. 4 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 374 Metal Museum Drive. Attendees can enjoy free museum admission, food, live music and a hands-on activity while catching all the Pokemon they can find. Cost is free. Visit metalmuseum.org.

23. Events - Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development’s mobile Career Coach will be at the Millington Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 4858 Navy Road. Career Coach staff will help people create resumes and register with jobs4tn.gov, where more than 200,000 jobs are available.

24. Events - Tuesday, August 2, 2016

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host Coloring Between the Wines on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Unwind and color adult coloring books from Thunder Bay Press while enjoying wine and snacks. Visit thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com.

25. Events - Saturday, July 30, 2016

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host Coloring Between the Wines on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Unwind and color adult coloring books from Thunder Bay Press while enjoying wine and snacks. Visit thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com.

26. Events - Monday, August 1, 2016

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host Coloring Between the Wines on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Unwind and color adult coloring books from Thunder Bay Press while enjoying wine and snacks. Visit thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com.

27. Midtown Artist Prepares Cooper-Young Festival Poster - Friday, June 3, 2016

Jenean Morrison, a Midtown-based artist and surface and textile designer, has come full circle. She’s been a professional artist “in one form or another” for years, she says. More than a decade ago, she started selling products like handmade journals at the Cooper-Young Festival.

28. The Week Ahead: Feb. 22, 2016 - Monday, February 22, 2016

Good morning Memphis. The Monday holidays are gone for a while, we’re afraid, but you’ve got a whole week to finish that work instead of just four days. Here are a few items to look forward to this week, led by the annual announcement of performers who will descend on Memphis this May for the Beale Street Music Festival.

29. The Week Ahead: Nov. 9, 2015 - Monday, November 9, 2015

How was your weekend, Memphis? Here’s our weekly rundown of local happenings you need to know about, from revenge on the Warriors to crime reduction through urban planning…

It’s still election season in 70 percent of the city, which sounds like a weather forecast – part warning and part advisory.
But the seven-day outlook calls for an increased chance of political engagement this week. Early voting in the set of five Memphis City Council runoff races continues this week at eight satellite locations as well as the Downtown site, 157 Poplar Ave.
The runoff elections in council districts 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7 will determine the identity of a council that will have at least six, possibly seven new members. Super District council members Philip Spinosa and Martavius Jones, the two confirmed new faces on the council, were elected outright on Oct. 8.

30. Events - Thursday, August 6, 2015

JETS Memphis will host its quarterly luncheon Thursday, Aug. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Guest speakers include Dr. Kenneth Gilbert, professor emeritus and program chairman at UT Knoxville, and Andreas Mayer, head of sales, aircraft conversions, EFW. Cost is free. Visit www.team.aero for details.

31. Events - Wednesday, August 5, 2015

The Downtown Memphis Commission Design Review Board will meet Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 4 p.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

32. Events - Tuesday, August 4, 2015

The Association of African American Museums’ 37th annual conference, “Milestones in History: African American Museums and the Story of African American Progress,” will be held Tuesday, Aug. 4, through Friday, Aug. 7, with most events at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave. The general public is invited to all events. Visit blackmuseums.org/2015conference for schedule and event prices.

33. Events - Saturday, August 1, 2015

Cooper Young Festival kickoff party/poster unveiling will be held Thursday, Aug. 6, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at CoWork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper St. The event will feature 2015 poster artist Gino Barzizza, live music, refreshments and a visual history of past festival posters. Visit cooperyoungfestival.com.

34. Events - Thursday, July 23, 2015

The Farms at Bailey Station will host a free seminar titled “The 7 Things Every Senior Needs to Know About Estate Planning and Long-Term Care,” presented by J. Anthony Bradley of The Bradley Law Firm, Thursday, July 23, at 6 p.m. and Saturday, July 25, at 10 a.m. at the Farms at Bailey Station model, 10013 Grand Central Circle E. Email mmotes@farmsabs.com or call 901-328-4850.

35. Events - Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Central Defense Staffing will host a recruitment event Wednesday, July 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Landers Center, 4560 Venture Drive in Southaven. CDS is hiring various positions for large accounts in Memphis and North Mississippi. Applicants should come prepared for an informational interview. For details on available positions, call 901-473-6385.

36. Events - Tuesday, July 21, 2015

On Location: Memphis Shorts Festival will continue with screenings of short live-action films Tuesday, July 21, at 7 p.m. at Hard Rock Café, 126 Beale St. The audience will give on-the-spot reviews to determine which is screened in the OL:M International Film and Music Festival in September. Cost is free. Visit onlocationmemphis.org.

37. Artist Set to Unveil Cooper-Young Festival Poster - Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Memphis artist Gino Barzizza says the inspiration that guided his creation of this year’s Cooper-Young Festival poster – which will be unveiled at a party Aug. 6 at CoWork Memphis – is the long-running Midtown festival itself.

38. Events - Thursday, June 18, 2015

National Black MBA Association, Memphis chapter will host an entrepreneur session Thursday, June 18, from 6:10 p.m. to 7:25 p.m. at International Paper headquarters, tower 3, 6420 Poplar Ave. The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) will discuss basics of entrepreneurship and successful business ownership. Guests welcome. Visit nbmbaamemphis.org.

39. Events - Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Luna Nova Ensemble will present the ninth annual Belvedere Chamber Music Festival Wednesday, June 17, through Saturday, June 20. Evening concerts are at 7:30 p.m. each night at Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1750 Peabody Ave. Afternoon concerts are Friday and Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at the Beethoven Club, 263 S. McLean Blvd. Admission is free. Visit lunanova.org.

40. Jobs Event Set for CoWork Memphis Next Week - Saturday, June 13, 2015

Nita Black, founder of the jobs-focused nonprofit Jobs Hatchery, will share advice and tips for small business founders during a presentation next week at CoWork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper.

41. Jobs Event Set for CoWork Memphis Next Week - Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Nita Black, founder of the jobs-focused nonprofit Jobs Hatchery, will share advice and tips for small business founders during a presentation next week at CoWork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper.

42. Events - Friday, May 22, 2015

Bluff City Tri-Art Theatre Company will present Judi Ann Mason’s “Livin’ Fat” Friday, May 22, through May 31 at Theatreworks, 2085 Monroe Ave. Call 901-213-7444 or visit eventbrite.com for times and tickets.

43. Events - Thursday, May 21, 2015

Mid-South Association for Financial Professionals will meet Thursday, May 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Regions Bank, 6200 Poplar Ave. Memphis Mayor A C Wharton Jr. will discuss jobs and economic growth for the city of Memphis. Register at midsouthafp.org.

44. Events - Tuesday, May 19, 2015

The Center City Development Corp. board will meet Wednesday, May 20, at 9 a.m. in the Downtown Memphis Commission conference room, 114 N. Main St. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com.

45. Cowork Memphis To Host Revenue Building Class - Saturday, May 9, 2015

Cowork Memphis and startup partner The unFunnel.com will host a revenue building class May 19 at Cowork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper.

The event, “Digital Revenue Engine 2.0: Triple Your Revenue in any Market,” is aimed at small business owners and entrepreneurs and will teach participants how to raise their revenue by increasing the number of customers, the average transaction value per customer and the number of transactions per customer.

46. Cowork Memphis to Host Revenue Building Class - Friday, May 8, 2015

Cowork Memphis and startup partner The unFunnel.com will host a revenue building class May 19 at Cowork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper.

The event, “Digital Revenue Engine 2.0: Triple Your Revenue in any Market,” is aimed at small business owners and entrepreneurs and will teach participants how to raise their revenue by increasing the number of customers, the average transaction value per customer and the number of transactions per customer.

47. Events - Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Startup Grind, a series designed to educate, inspire and connect entrepreneurs, will host a discussion with James Ruffer on Wednesday, March 25, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Cowork Memphis, 902 S. Cooper St. Ruffer is a security expert, ethical hacker and co-founder of mobile payments startup PAAY. Tickets are $15 online or $20 at the door. Visit startupgrind.com/memphis for details.

48. Events - Tuesday, March 24, 2015

Vaco Memphis will hold a continuing professional education event for accountants and CPAs Tuesday, March 24, from 8 a.m. to noon at Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Road. Topics include revenue recognition, T&E fraud management and the results of the 18th annual CEO survey. Admission is $75 cash or check at the door. Visit facebook.com/vacocpeseries or call 901-333-2250.

49. Events - Saturday, March 21, 2015

Midtown Memphis Development Corp. will present the inaugural Mojo of Midtown Awards Wednesday, March 25, at 6 p.m. at Circuit Playhouse, 51 S. Cooper St. The awards honor individuals and organizations whose contributions benefit Midtown Memphis. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Email Sam Goff at sam@i-bankonline.com or George Larrimore at gmlarrimore@yahoo.com.

50. 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.

51. Events - Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Memphis Rotary Club will meet Tuesday, April 15, at noon at the University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. James Silkenat, president of the American Bar Association, will speak. Cost is $20 at the door. Advance RSVP is required to taylor@memphisrotary.org.

52. Events - Monday, April 14, 2014

Methodist South Hospital will host a stroke support group meeting for survivors and caregivers Monday, April 14, at 5:30 p.m. in the outpatient rehabilitation center, 1251 Wesley Drive, suite 141. Occupational therapists Maggie Lewis and Patricia Morgan will present “Occupational Therapy: Living life to its fullest.” Email patricia.morgan@mlh.org or rushali.naik@mlh.org.

53. Events - Thursday, March 27, 2014

Sales and Marketing Society of the Mid-South will host a roundtable with Ayn Maddox, managing partner of coaching and consulting company CreativExpressions, Thursday, March 27, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Cheffie’s Cafe, 483 High Point Terrace. The topic is “How Relationships Turn a Salesperson Into a Consultant.” Cost at the door is $20. Visit sms-midsouth.org.

54. Cowork Memphis Opens Workspace Venture - Monday, February 3, 2014

Freelancers and other busy professionals who work remotely, outside of a traditional office setting, probably know the feeling.

Their coffee shop is loud and sometimes a difficult place to work. Perhaps a phone call comes in that they need to step outside to take – while being stuck leaving papers spread out and a computer on the table inside. And working from home, of course, brings its own distractions.

55. Muddy’s Founder Shares Story at Cowork Memphis - Saturday, January 18, 2014

Muddy’s Bake Shop founder Kat Gordon next week will tell the story of starting her business and the development of its second location in Cooper-Young as the inaugural guest for the Startup Grind series at Cowork Memphis.

56. Muddy’s Founder Shares Story at Cowork Memphis - Friday, January 17, 2014

Muddy’s Bake Shop founder Kat Gordon will tell the story of starting her business and the development of its second location in Cooper-Young as the inaugural guest for the Startup Grind series at Cowork Memphis. The event happens Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 6:30 p.m.

57. Donor Offers Challenge Grant to Literacy Mid-South - Monday, October 15, 2012

An anonymous donor has agreed to provide $100,000 to Literacy Mid-South if the organization can raise a matching $100,000 from donors.

The group’s executive director Kevin Dean said the grant would allow it to double the number of students served each year.

58. Literacy Mid-South Hosts Super Gala Fundraiser - Friday, October 5, 2012

Literacy Mid-South is hosting its second annual Super Gala fundraiser Oct. 19.

The event, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 902 S. Cooper St. and sponsored by Celtic Crossing, serves a dual purpose. By encouraging guests to create their best rendition of childhood superheroes from their favorite comic books, the event allows supporters to revisit childhood memories while helping support Literacy Mid-South’s mission.

59. Events - Friday, September 14, 2012

Families of Incarcerated Individuals Inc. will hold its small-business startup fair for ex-offenders Friday, Sept. 14, at 11 a.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. Visit familiesofincarcerated.org.

60. Literacy Mid-South Seeks New Volunteers - Monday, August 13, 2012

Literacy Mid-South is in dire need of volunteers to accommodate the influx of adult students who’ve responded to the organization’s outreach efforts.

The mission of the nonprofit, based at 902 S. Cooper St., is to maximize the impact of child and adult literacy and learning through advocacy, research, family literacy workshops and resource development.

61. Literacy Focus of Memphis Campaign - Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Memphian Beverly Fletcher was a grandmother before her family and friends became aware she couldn’t read.

62. Org Asks What Memphis is Reading - Friday, February 17, 2012

Literacy Mid-South has kicked off a Twitter campaign to get Memphians talking about their favorite books.

“What are you reading, Memphis?” encourages people to tweet about books they’re reading, using the hashtag #ReadMemphis.

63. Events - Friday, January 27, 2012

LaunchMemphis will present Business BOOSTcamp Saturday, Jan. 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at EmergeMemphis, 516 Tennessee St. Entrepreneurs who are starting a company are encouraged to attend. Industry experts will lead presentations on entrepreneurial problem-solving processes and will offer advice in one-on-one sessions in the afternoon. For more information or to register, visit www.launchmemphis.com.

64. Events - Thursday, January 26, 2012

The Memphis alumnae association of Kappa Kappa Gamma will hold a luncheon titled “Literacy is Key: A Book and Author Affair” Thursday, Jan. 26, at 11 a.m. at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Authors Kim Edwards and Lisa Patton will speak, and book-signings will follow. Tickets are $45 per person, which benefits Literacy Mid-South. For more information, visit www.memphiskkg.org.

65. 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.

66. Literacy Mid-South to Hold Holiday Book Drive - Thursday, December 15, 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.

67. Events - Friday, October 21, 2011

Visible Music College will hold the seventh annual 24-Hour Drumathon beginning at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21. The entire percussion department will drum for 24 hours at the Ann and Jim Vining Concert Hall, 200 Madison Ave. The event will raise money for Visible Music College drummers to attend the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis. The Drumathon will be broadcast live online, To donate, watch streaming video or request a song, visit www.drumathon.com.

68. Literacy Mid-South to Hold Fundraiser - Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Literacy Mid-South will host its Super Gala Fundraiser Oct. 21 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at its office, 902 S. Cooper St.

The Super Gala will allow supporters to revisit the childhood memories of superheroes while helping further Literacy Mid-South’s mission to produce a fully literate Mid-South.

69. Events - Friday, September 16, 2011

The Memphis Fisk Alumni Club will host the General Alumni Association’s southern regional conference Friday, Sept. 16, through Sunday, Sept. 18, at The Peabody hotel, 149 Union Ave. The conference will begin Friday from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. with the premiere of the documentary “Last Championship Teams.” Workshops will be held throughout Saturday. Also on Saturday, a philanthropy luncheon will be held at 12:30 p.m. and a black-tie dinner benefit at 7 p.m. The luncheon and dinner are open to the public. Call 230-5568 or email alumni@fisk.edu.

70. Literacy Mid-South holds Annual Book Sale - Thursday, September 15, 2011

Literacy Mid-South will hold its annual book sale Saturday, Sept. 17, during the Cooper Young Festival, at its headquarters at 902 Cooper St.

71. Events - Thursday, September 15, 2011

The Daily News will hold a Social Media seminar Thursday, Sept. 15, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the auditorium at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, 1934 Poplar Ave. The seminar will feature a discussion about corporate blogging with Mark W. Schaefer, executive director of Schaefer Marketing Solutions and author of the blog {grow}. The event will also include a panel of industry experts. Cost is $25. To register, visit www.memphisdailynews.com/seminar.

72. Literacy Mid-South Aims to Combat Local Illiteracy - Monday, August 15, 2011

Literacy Mid-South executive director Kevin Dean and his staff stay busy spreading the word about the identity and mission of the nonprofit organization, the result of a merger last year between Memphis Literacy Council and Mid-South Reads.

73. Mid South Reads, Literacy Council Soon to Merge - Friday, December 4, 2009

The partnership between Mid South Reads and the Memphis Literacy Council is about to be a marriage.

The two nonprofit organizations will become a single entity Jan. 1 with a new name, Literacy Mid South. No mission or program will be abandoned because of the merger.

74. Events - Thursday, October 8, 2009

The Small Business Chamber will host a Lunch and Learn today from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Parmasters Golf, 888 S. White Station Road. Carl Raff and Dave Williams of Business Enhancement Associates will present “Common Pitfalls Small Businesses Can Avoid in Order to Stay Afloat.” To register, e-mail Sally Baker Brenner at andre@smallbusinesschamber.com.

75. Johnson Ascends to Director's Job At Literacy Council - Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Sallie Johnson, a retired librarian, signed on as interim executive director of the Memphis Literacy Council a year ago with no intention of seeking the post beyond the transition term.

76. Events - Tuesday, May 5, 2009

The Memphis Rotary Club will meet today at noon at the University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. Chilean Ambassador Jose Goni will speak. Lunch is $18 per person and reservations are required. For reservations, e-mail Taylor Hughes at taylor@memphisrotary.org.

77. Events - Monday, May 4, 2009

The South Main Association will hold a Cuatro de Mayo Fiesta today from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Arcade Restaurant, 540 S. Main St. There will be complementary food, wine, beer and margaritas for members. Attendees interested in joining the association may do so at the door.

78. Literacy Council to Host Preview Party, Book Sale - Thursday, September 4, 2008

The Memphis Literacy Council is hosting its ninth annual Preview Party & Book Sale next week during the Cooper-Young festival at its offices, 902 S. Cooper St.

The preview party will take place Sept. 12 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission to the preview party is $20.

79. Events - Thursday, August 21, 2008

Women on the Move will hold a luncheon today at 11:30 a.m. at The Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. Stefanie Barrett of Barrett Creative will share tips on how to market your business. For reservations, call 684-1010.

80. Memphis Literacy Council Fundraiser Offers 'Taste of Cooper-Young' - Monday, July 23, 2007

Debra Hall was eating lunch with a co-worker on the outdoor patio at Young Avenue Deli, both of them relishing the trendy vista of Midtown's Cooper-Young neighborhood around them.

Hall, director of development and marketing at the Memphis Literacy Council (MLC), and Jon Devin, its director of program development, casually chatted about the multitude of restaurants sandwiched between Cooper Street and Young Avenue. The eateries, they noted, afford plenty of possibilities for their workday lunches.

81. Events - Friday, December 8, 2006

The Center City Commission's W/MBE (Women and Minority Business Enterprise) committee offers "Real Estate Development Deal Clinic" today from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Southwest Tennessee Community College Jess Parrish Library. The two-day course will teach aspiring real estate developers how to test the financial feasibility of proposed development projects. The fee for the course is $160 and includes all training materials. Pre-registration is required. Call Jerome Rubin, manager of diversity outreach, at 575-0581 or visit www.downtownmemphis.com for more information.

82. Events - Wednesday, December 6, 2006

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

83. Archived Article: Back-literacy - Thursday, January 8, 1998
Construction starts on Construction starts on new literacy center The Memphis Literacy Council announced that renovations have begun on the new Center for Literacy, a two-story, 10,000-square-foot building at 902 S. Cooper St. The new center, which ...

84. Archived Article: Properties - Tuesday, October 15, 1996
902 S. Cooper St. 902 S. Cooper St. For lease The former Mid-South Trophy building is for lease in the Cooper-Young District. The 10,000-square-foot, two-story building leases for $2,250 per month, with the owners paying taxes and insurance. Built i...