The National Civil Rights Museum’s 2018 Drop the Mic Poetry Slam takes place Saturday, Aug. 18, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Paradise Entertainment Center, 645 Georgia Ave. Qualifying poets and spoken word artists in three age categories will compete for cash prizes in the slam, which is themed “Freedom Forward.” Free and open to the public. Visit civilrightsmuseum.org/drop-the-mic to RSVP.

2. Events - Friday, August 17, 2018

The National Civil Rights Museum hosts the Drop the Mic Symposium Friday, Aug. 17, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the museum, 450 Mulberry St. The symposium features a master class with four-time Individual World Poetry Slam champion Ed Mabrey; a keynote by Grammy Award-winning spoken-word artist and author J. Ivy; four workshop tracks – activism, youth voice, technique and business; and an open mic session for participants and facilitators. Free and open to the public. Visit civilrightsmuseum.org/drop-the-mic-symposium for details and registration.

3. Events - Thursday, August 16, 2018

The Metal Museum holds its reception for new apprentices Thursday, Aug. 16, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 374 Metal Museum Drive. Welcome the museum’s new blacksmithing and foundry apprentices and browse a pop-up exhibition featuring works by each Metal Museum apprentice. Visit metalmuseum.org.

4. Events - Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Pinot’s Palette, 8225 Dexter Road, suite 103. Gary Robinson will present “Whatever Happened to Newspapers and What is Happening at SCORE Memphis.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

5. Events - Wednesday, October 18, 2017

Tennessee Shakespeare Company continues its Shakespeare Shout-Out Series with a “free, fun and fast” performance of “Romeo and Juliet” Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 2:15 p.m. near the University of Memphis Theatre Building, 3475 Central Ave. Shakespeare’s classic tale of young love and mortal violence unfolds during a 90-minute performance that’s fast, physical and daring. Cost is free; no tickets needed. Shout-Out Series shows continue through Nov. 10. Visit tnshakespeare.org for a schedule.

6. Events - Monday, October 16, 2017

Novel will host Curtis Wilkie and Thomas Oliphant for a discussion and signing of “The Road to Camelot: Inside JFK’s Five-Year Campaign” Monday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. at 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit novelmemphis.com.

7. Events - Saturday, October 14, 2017

The National Civil Rights Museum Freedom Award ceremony will be held Thursday, Oct. 19, starting with a 5 p.m. red carpet event and 5:30 p.m. pre-show gala at the Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main St., followed by the 7:30 p.m. award ceremony at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main. Visit civilrightsmuseum.org for tickets and info on this year’s honorees.

8. Events - Saturday, September 30, 2017

The Junior League of Memphis will hold an Antiques on the Lawn Sale Saturday, Sept. 30, starting at 9 a.m. at the Community Resource Center, 3475 Central Ave. Items for sale include fine furniture, china, crystal, rugs, collectibles, artwork, cookware and more; all proceeds benefit JLM’s Repeat Boutique. Visit jlmemphis.org.

9. Events - Friday, September 29, 2017

Hattiloo Theatre will perform the Celeste Bedford Walker comedy “Sassy Mamas” Friday, Sept. 29, through Oct. 22 at 37 S. Cooper St. Visit hattiloo.org for show times and tickets.

10. Events - Thursday, September 28, 2017

The Greater Memphis Chamber will hold the 2017 Move It Memphis 4-Mile Race Thursday, Sept. 28, at 6:30 p.m. starting and ending at Loflin Yard, 7 W. Carolina Ave. New this year is a Memphis Spirit Contest, a costume contest where runners can show their Memphis spirit and be judged for their creativity. Cost is $35. Visit memphischamber.com.

11. Events - Friday, November 13, 2015

Eyewear Gallery will hold a food drive for Mid-South Food Bank throughout November at its office, 428 Perkins Road Extended. Anyone who donates two cans of food can suggest someone to receive a free vision screening on Fridays from noon to 2 p.m. Visit eyeweargallery.com or call 901-763-2020.

12. Junior League of Memphis Hosts 6th Annual 5K for Kids - Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Parents are encouraged to bring their children for a morning of family fun on Saturday, May 9.

Registration remains open for the 6th Annual Junior League of Memphis 5K for Kids – Taking Steps to End Childhood Obesity.

13. Events - Saturday, April 26, 2014

New Ballet Ensemble & School will present “Springloaded” Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27, at the Kroc Center, 800 East Parkway S. Dancers will perform “Coppelia ReMix” and other new works featuring a fusion of dance styles. Buy tickets at newballet.org.

14. Events - Thursday, April 24, 2014

Dining Out for Life will be held Thursday, April 24. Participating Memphis restaurants will donate a portion of proceeds from the day’s sales to Friends for Life. Visit diningoutforlife.com/memphis for a list of participating restaurants.

15. Events - Friday, May 4, 2012

In-Synk will host a business book review Friday, May 4, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the Triumph Bank board room, 5699 Poplar Ave. The book is “What Got You There Won’t Get You There” by Marshall Goldsmith. Visit in-synk.com for details.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Events - Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Memphis Bioworks Business Association will hold a luncheon and panel discussion Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the FedEx Institute of Technology, 365 Innovation Drive. Online registration is $25 and onsite registration is $35. Space is limited. For more information or to register, visit www.bioworksbusiness.com.

19. Events - Monday, October 31, 2011

Memphis Bioworks Business Association will hold a luncheon and panel discussion Tuesday, Nov. 1, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the FedEx Institute of Technology, 365 Innovation Drive. Online registration is $25 and onsite registration is $35. Space is limited. For more information or to register, visit www.bioworksbusiness.com.

20. Junior League 5K for Kids Highlights Childhood Obesity - Friday, May 6, 2011

The Junior League of Memphis Saturday will host its second annual 5K for Kids: Taking Steps to End Childhood Obesity. Runners and walkers will take to the city’s streets to raise awareness and take action against childhood obesity, a growing issue in the Memphis community.

21. Events - Tuesday, January 29, 2008

The Memphis Rotary Club will meet today at noon in Ballroom B of the Memphis Cook Convention Center, 255 N. Main St. A lunch buffet costs $18. Memphis Mayor Willie Herenton will give his annual State of the City Address. Reservations should be made to Taylor Hughes at 526-1318 or taylor@memphisrotary.org.

22. Events - Monday, January 28, 2008

Rhodes College will present Dr. Nel Noddings, who will speak on "The Problems of School Reform," based on her book "When School Reform Goes Wrong," today at 7 p.m. in the McCallum Ballroom of the Bryan Campus Life Center. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call Patrick Shade at 843-3935.

23. Events - Friday, January 25, 2008

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center will sponsor free glaucoma screenings today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hamilton Eye Institute parking lot, 930 Madison Ave.

The Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary's School will present "Magic Carpet Ride: The Sounds of West Africa" Saturday at 10 a.m. at the center, 60 Perkins Extended. The event, for children ages 2 to 8, will transport participants to West Africa, where they will explore musical traditions, dance and visual art. The event is $5 for children and free for adults. For more information, call the center 537-1483 or e-mail cyounker@stmarysschool.org.

24. Events - Thursday, January 24, 2008

The Memphis Area Association of Realtors will hold a seminar titled "WHM: Getting Your Buyer Qualified For Affordable Financing" today from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the MAAR offices, 6393 Poplar Ave. Cost is $40 for members and $60 for nonmembers. Registration is available by visiting www.maar.org/ce.

25. Events - Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Rhodes College will host Charlie Cook, political analyst and publisher of the nonpartisan newsletter "The Cook Political Report," today at 7:30 p.m. in Barrett Hall on the Rhodes campus. Cook will discuss the 2008 primaries and presidential election. For more information, call Meg Carne at 843-3840.

26. Court Square Concert Series Moves to Jefferson Davis Park - Monday, October 16, 2006

Oct. 16

The Memphis chapter of the Association of Women in Communications meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Junior League of Memphis, 3475 Central Ave. The chapter also is accepting nominations for the 2007 AWC board of directors. For reservations, e-mail aliciabarden@gmail.com.

27. Events - Friday, October 13, 2006

The seventh annual Barristers' Pancake Breakfast is today from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation's 2006 Race for the Cure. Call Judy Birchler at 577-2243 for more information.

28. 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.

29. 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.

30. Events - Wednesday, August 16, 2006

The Tennessee Small Business Development Center Memphis office hosts "How Credit Affects Your Business" today from 10 a.m. to noon at Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale St. Cost is $20. For information, call Yolanda Handy at 333-5085.

31. Local Businesses Dig For Diamonds at 2006 Showcase - Monday, August 14, 2006

Aug. 14

SPIRCO and Metal Building Products host the AGAPE Child and Family Services annual Kids Classic Golf Tournament at noon. In addition to the tournament, golfers and their families can participate in a junior golf clinic, games, a silent auction and a cooking demonstration. Sponsorships start at $1,600 for teams of four. Contact Jason Burgess at 323-3600 or jason.burgess@agapemeanslove.org.

32. Peabody Place to Air Footage From Memorable Elvis Concerts - Monday, August 7, 2006

today

The Mid-South chapter of the Alzheimer's Association presents "Introduction to Alzheimer's and Dementia" from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 3475 Central Ave. Admission is free. Call (800) 237-3225 or 565-0011 to register.

33. Events - Friday, August 4, 2006

MIDSOUTH Magazine holds its "Home & Garden Expo" today through Sunday at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Eric Stromer, carpenter on The Learning Channel's (TLC) "Clean Sweep" will appear at the expo Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $7. Call 521-7574 or visit www.midsouthmagazine.com for more information.

34. Events - Tuesday, February 28, 2006

The Association for Women in Communications meets today at 11:45 a.m. in the sunroom of the Junior League of Memphis, 3475 Central Ave. Lillian F. Johnson, Memphis Public Library & Information Center public relations supervisor, is the guest speaker. Cost is $12 for members and $15 for non-members. Contact Dianne Calhoun at calhoun@memphis.edu.

35. Learn How to Work a Room at Small Business Chamber Event - Monday, February 27, 2006

Feb. 28

The Mid-South Small Business Chamber of Commerce presents a speed networking meeting titled "How to Effectively Work a Room" from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Owen Brennan's restaurant, 6150 Poplar Ave. Call 259-1093 or visit www.smallbusinesschamber.com.

36. Events - Thursday, January 26, 2006

The eWomenNetwork holds a networking luncheon today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave. PJ Smoot, president of The Point of Contact, is the guest speaker. Admission is $55. Call (704)-549-0665 or visit www.eWomenNetwork.com.

37. Events - Wednesday, January 25, 2006

The Memphis BioWorks Development Council meets today from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the University of Memphis Fogelman Executive Center, 330 Innovation Drive. Robert Palmer of the University of Tennessee Research Foundation presents "New Technologies in the UT Pipeline." Cost is $20. Contact Mike Demster at 543-3570.

38. 'America' Photos Part of Katrina Benefit at Kurts Gallery - Monday, January 23, 2006

Today

National Seminars Group presents a Basic Supervision Seminar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select East, 5795 Poplar Ave. Attendees learn strategies for boosting productivity, morale and the quality of employees' work. Cost is $179. Call (800) 356-5107 or visit www.nationalseminarstraining.com to register.

39. Events - Wednesday, September 14, 2005

The Memphis chapter of the Public Relations Society of America hosts its annual ethics program at 11:45 a.m. today at Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Contact Samantha Jernigan at 409-0619 or sj@midsouth.rr.com.

40. Archived Article: Events - Thursday, February 10, 2005
Friends of Poplar White Station Branch Library present Ron Aven, executive director of Interpreting Services for the Deaf, Inc

Friends of the Poplar-White Station Branch Library presents Ron Aven, executive director of Interpreting Services for t...

41. Archived Article: Events - Wednesday, February 9, 2005
The Kiwanis Club of Memphis meets at noon today in the Skyway at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave

The Kiwanis Club of Memphis meets at noon today in the Skyway at The Peabody, 149 Union Ave. Chuck Newell, president of First Tennessee Bank, is the guest...

42. Archived Article: Events - Tuesday, June 8, 2004
ACCRA presents its annual conference for professionals in the field of economic development research today through Saturday at

ACCRA presents its annual conference for professionals in the field of economic development research today through Satu...

43. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, March 1, 2004
Memphis Heritage Offers Five-Part Preservation Series

Memphis Heritage Offers Five-Part Preservation Series March 1

Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St., hosts Frank Runyeon at 6:30 p.m. in conjunction with the churchs Lenten Noonday Pr...

44. Archived Article: Events - Tuesday, January 13, 2004
The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a

The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce hosts its monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Holiday Inn-Sycamore View, 6101 Shelby Oaks Drive. Representatives f...

45. Archived Article: This Week - Monday, January 12, 2004
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Millington Residents Form Civitan Club Jan. 12

Millington residents interested in becoming charter members of the now-forming Millington Civitan Club meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Baker Community Center, 7942 Church St. Agenda inclu...

46. Archived Article: Market Briefs - Monday, April 21, 2003
Shelby County Mayor A C Wharton is scheduled to discuss his county growth and development management plan today when he meets

Shelby County Mayor A C Wharton is scheduled to discuss his county growth and development management plan today when he ...

47. Archived Article: Casa P2 - Friday, July 12, 2002
Germantown hosts CASA training

Germantown hosts CASA training

Babies starved by their mothers, children left with strangers, youngsters hidden while mother and her friends do drugs, those scarred from beatings with extension cords, hairbrushes...

48. Archived Article: Real Focus - Tuesday, May 7, 2002
By JENNIFER MURLEY Preservation Week gives Memphis past a future By JENNIFER MURLEY The Daily News Its hard to imagine Downtown Memphis with no Peabody Hotel, South Memphis sans Elmwood Cemetery or Midtown minus its eclectic historic housing stock. ...

49. Archived Article: Market Briefs - Monday, March 13, 2000
Building Owners and Managers Association-Memphis lunch meeting will begin at noon March 15 at Landry's Seafood Restaurant Building Owners and Managers Association-Memphis lunch meeting will begin at noon Wednesday at Landry's Seafood Restaurant. Thi...

50. Archived Article: Law Briefs - Thursday, June 27, 1996
Memphis attorney Henry Von Sutton has been temporarily suspended from the practice of law in Tennessee by order of the state Supreme Court on June 12 Memphis attorney Henry Von Sutton has been temporarily suspended from the practice of law in Tennes...

51. Archived Article: Calendar - Monday, June 24, 1996
June 25 June 25 Women in Communications will meet at Jack Russell Byte Bar, 35 S. Florence, at 5:30 p.m. Experts will provide Internet instruction. The cost is $12 for members and $16 for nonmembers. For reservations, call Laverne Daley by today. Ju...

52. Archived Article: Law Briefs - Thursday, June 20, 1996
The Memphis Bar Association will sponsor a trial practice workshop on Friday from 1:30 p The Memphis Bar Association will sponsor a trial practice workshop on Friday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at MBA headquarters. The workshop, previously scheduled...

53. Archived Article: Law Briefs - Thursday, May 16, 1996
law briefs Court Appointed Special Advocates of Memphis and Shelby County Inc. will sponsor an art exhibit featuring the work of impressionistic painter Jill Steenhuis on May 23 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. and May 24 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Commu...

54. Archived Article: Filler - Thursday, January 25, 1996
01/25 Filler Memphis will become the first city in Tennessee to receive certification to establish a Transplant Recipients International Organization Inc. chapter. The charter ceremony will be held at the Junior League Community Resource Center, 347...

55. Archived Article: Lj Co-op - Tuesday, October 10, 1995
lj 10/5 cates Safety manual attempts to educate, protect volunteers By LAURIE JOHNSON The Daily News A local community service organization will be distributing volunteer safety manuals today at a reception and resource fair in an effort to educate ...