Employment Seeker will host a veterans career fair and diversity job expo Thursday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at DoubleTree by Hilton, 5069 Sanderlin Ave. Veterans and civilians can network with employers and apply for more than 600 positions. Bring plenty of resumes; business attire required. Admission and parking are free. Pre-register at employmentseeker.net.

2. Events - Wednesday, August 1, 2018

The new Youth Academy of Dreams will host its open house and fun day Wednesday, Aug. 1, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 3350 N. Trezevant St. Local dignitaries and entertainer iHeartMemphis will make a special appearance. The facility houses a new after-school program designed to help youth ages 5 to 18 reach their full potential through comprehensive programming that includes education, mentoring, discovery and sports. Visit youthacademyofdreams.org.

3. Events - Saturday, July 28, 2018

Tennessee’s 2018 Sales Tax Holiday takes place Friday, July 27, at 12:01 a.m. through Sunday, July 29, at 11:59 p.m. Shoppers can save nearly 10 percent on clothing, school and art supplies that cost $100 or less per item and computers that cost $1,500 or less. Visit tntaxholiday.com for details and lists of tax-exempt and taxable items.

4. Events - Tuesday, May 15, 2018

The Memphis Jewish Community Center will screen “Besa: The Promise” Tuesday, May 15, at 7 p.m. at MJCC, 6560 Poplar Ave. The film weaves Albania’s heroism in World War II through the journeys of two men. The screening is part of the monthlong Toward Justice: A City-Wide Upstanders’ Project. Cost is free. Visit jccmemphis.org for details.

5. Events - Monday, May 14, 2018

The Memphis Jewish Community Center will screen “Besa: The Promise” Tuesday, May 15, at 7 p.m. at MJCC, 6560 Poplar Ave. The film weaves Albania’s heroism in World War II through the journeys of two men. The screening is part of the monthlong Toward Justice: A City-Wide Upstanders’ Project. Cost is free. Visit jccmemphis.org for details.

6. Events - Saturday, May 12, 2018

The Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest returns Wednesday through Saturday, May 16-19, in Tom Lee Park Downtown. Among the highlights are the annual Ms. Piggie Idol Contest; the Kingsford Tour of Champions, which gives the public a chance to taste and judge barbecue from competing teams; the Cooker Caravan, a free guided tour of some of the best competition teams; live music; and more. Visit memphisinmay.org for tickets and a daily schedule.

7. Events - Wednesday, May 2, 2018

“Toward Justice: A City-Wide Upstanders’ Project” kicks off with a keynote by civil rights leader Bob Zellner on Wednesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. The monthlong “Toward Justice” project is presented by nearly a dozen local organizations and features exhibits, installations and more. All events are free and will be held at MJCC. Visit jccmemphis.org for a schedule.

8. Events - Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Memphis Opportunity Scholarship Trust (MOST) will host a reception honoring its 17 high-school scholarship recipients from the class of 2018 Tuesday, May 1, at 6 p.m. at Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave. Dr. Mary McDonald, a National Education Consultant and columnist for The Daily News, will be the guest speaker. Visit memphisscholarships.org.

9. Events - Monday, April 30, 2018

The Shelby County Mayor’s Office and the Division of Community Services will host a community meeting to gather community feedback on the development of a youth assessment and resource center Monday, April 30, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Knowledge Quest (Universal Parenting Place), 990 College Park Drive, suite 104. Visit shelbycountytn.gov/calendar.aspx for details.

10. Events - Saturday, April 28, 2018

“Toward Justice: A City-Wide Upstanders’ Project” kicks off with a keynote by longtime civil rights leader Bob Zellner on Wednesday, May 2, at 7 p.m. at the Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. The monthlong “Toward Justice” project is presented by nearly a dozen local organizations and features exhibits, installations and more. All events are free and will be held at MJCC. Visit jccmemphis.org for a schedule.

11. Events - Thursday, February 22, 2018

Celtic Crossing will host An Evening of Irish Whiskey Tasting Thursday, Feb. 22, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 903 S. Cooper St. The fourth edition in a series of private tasting events includes a selection of four Irish whiskeys and light hors d’oeuvres. Attendees must be 21 or older. Tickets are $44 and must be purchased through Eventbrite. Visit facebook.com/celticcrossingirishpub for details.

12. Events - Wednesday, February 21, 2018

Fisher Phillips’ Memphis law office will host a breakfast briefing titled “The New I.C.E. Age: Surviving Immigration & Customs Enforcement Investigations” Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Germantown’s Great Hall and Conference Center, 1900 S. Germantown Road. Attorney David Jones will share tools to ensure your business is doing all it can to comply with immigration laws, minimize the risk of penalties, and be prepared for when ICE comes knocking. Cost is $25. Visit fisherphillips.com or email atasman@fisherphillips.com to register.

13. Events - Tuesday, February 20, 2018

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Pinot’s Palette, 8225 Dexter Road, suite 103. David Althizer of SOS Systems Inc. will present “Keeping Your Computer Safe in 2018.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

14. Events - Monday, February 19, 2018

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Pinot’s Palette, 8225 Dexter Road, suite 103. David Althizer of SOS Systems Inc. will present “Keeping Your Computer Safe in 2018.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

15. Events - Saturday, February 17, 2018

Calvary Episcopal Church’s 2018 Lenten Preaching Series and Waffle Shop is open Tuesdays to Fridays through March 27 at Calvary, 102 N. Second St. The Waffle Shop is open from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the preaching series takes place from 12:05 p.m. to 12:40 p.m. The evening series, Lent After Dark, is Wednesdays, with dinner from 5:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. and a speaker at 6:30 p.m. Visit calvarymemphis.org/lentenpreaching for the Waffle Shop menu and speaker schedule.

16. Events - Thursday, February 15, 2018

PizzaRev will hold a “Pizzas for a Purpose” fundraiser for Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital Thursday, Feb. 15, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at PizzaRev’s new Cordova location, 765 N. Germantown Parkway. Guests are invited to pay what they want for their first custom-built, personal-sized pizza, with all proceeds going to Le Bonheur. Visit pizzarev.com.

17. Events - Wednesday, February 14, 2018

Talk Shoppe will meet Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Pinot’s Palette, 8225 Dexter Road, suite 103. Shelley Baur of Integrity Based Communications will present “Workplace Relationships: Keeping Your Company Out of the News.” Cost is free. Visit talkshoppe.com.

18. Events - Tuesday, February 13, 2018

The Orpheum Theatre presents “The Color Purple” Tuesday through Sunday, Feb. 13-18, at the theater, 203 S. Main St. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

19. Events - Monday, February 12, 2018

The Orpheum Theatre presents “The Color Purple” Tuesday through Sunday, Feb. 13-18, at the theater, 203 S. Main St. The 2016 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival brings new spirit to the Pulitzer Prize-winning story. Buy tickets at orpheum-memphis.com.

20. Events - Saturday, February 10, 2018

The Home Show of the Mid-South takes place Friday through Sunday, Feb. 9-11, at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Exhibitors will showcase home decor, lighting, pools, patios, services and more. Matt Blashaw, host of DIY Network’s “Yard Crashers,” will hold seminars/meet-and-greets Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Visit memphishomeshow.com for show hours, tickets and other details.

21. Events - Friday, February 9, 2018

Home Show of the Mid-South will be held Friday through Sunday, Feb. 9-11, at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Exhibitors will showcase home decor, lighting, pools, patios, services and more. Matt Blashaw, host of DIY Network’s “Yard Crashers,” will hold seminars/meet-and-greets Saturday and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Visit memphishomeshow.com for show hours, tickets and other details.

22. Events - Tuesday, February 6, 2018

Novel will host “Edge of the Wind” author James E. Cherry for a discussion and signing Tuesday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit novelmemphis.com.

23. Events - Monday, February 5, 2018

Novel will host “Edge of the Wind” author James E. Cherry for a discussion and signing Tuesday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit novelmemphis.com.

24. Events - Saturday, February 3, 2018

Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson returns to Memphis to present “Ten Things You Should Know About the Universe” Wednesday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St. Tyson is returning by popular demand following a sold-out lecture at the Orpheum last year. Tickets start at $39. Visit orpheum-memphis.com.

25. Ballet Memphis Partners With MJCC to Open Dance School - Monday, May 1, 2017

Ballet Memphis is planning to open a second Ballet Memphis School location this summer.

The organization has formalized an agreement with the Memphis Jewish Community Center, located at 6560 Poplar Ave. in East Memphis, to operate the school in the MJCC space currently staffed by the Markell School of Dance.

26. The Week Ahead: December 5-11 - Monday, December 5, 2016

Good morning, Memphis! December has arrived, which mean holiday happenings are officially underway – from tours of decked-out historic Collierville homes to shopping all things local at the Holiday Farmer’s Market. Oh, and did we mention Jerry Springer’s in town? Here’s the 411 on this week’s need-to-know events…

27. Grizzlies to Host Holiday Basketball Camps - Saturday, December 3, 2016

The Memphis Grizzlies are preparing to host their Holiday Basketball Camps for boys and girls ages 7-16 as well as “Grizzlies Grit & Grind Training” sessions in various locations around the Memphis area. Campers will get the opportunity to develop their shooting, dribbling and defensive skills as well as other fundamentals of the game with experienced instructors in one of four camps taking place in December.

28. Grizzlies to Host Holiday Basketball Camps - Wednesday, November 30, 2016

The Memphis Grizzlies are preparing to host their Holiday Basketball Camps for boys and girls ages 7-16 as well as “Grizzlies Grit & Grind Training” sessions in various locations around the Memphis area. Campers will get the opportunity to develop their shooting, dribbling and defensive skills as well as other fundamentals of the game with experienced instructors in one of four camps taking place in December.

29. Events - Saturday, November 19, 2016

A public meeting on the Pinch District redevelopment plan will take place Tuesday, Nov. 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Balinese Ballroom, 330 N. Main St. The planning team will present the vision that has been crafted for the Pinch District following two public input meetings earlier this year, and also will discuss connectivity between this initiative and other projects in the immediate vicinity. For more information, contact Brett Roler at roler@downtownmemphis.com or 901-575-0540.

30. Events - Monday, November 14, 2016

Memphis Jewish Community Center will host journalist Chanan Tigay, discussing his book “The Lost Book of Moses: The Hunt for the World’s Oldest Bible,” Monday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at MJCC, 6560 Poplar Ave. The talk is part of the Jewish Literary and Cultural Arts Festival. Visit jccmemphis.org/LitFest for tickets and a festival schedule.

31. Events - Saturday, November 12, 2016

Downtown Memphis Commission will host the 2016 Downtown Memphis annual meeting Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Halloran Centre, 225 S. Main St. Enjoy a cocktail reception and entertainment the first hour; at 5:30 p.m., the DMC will unveil its strategic priorities and public space considerations for the Main Street Mall area and will present the Downtown Vision Awards. Tickets are $20; preregistration required. Visit downtownmemphiscommission.com to register.

32. Events - Thursday, November 10, 2016

Junior League of Memphis Merry Marketplace will take place Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 10-12, at the Racquet Club of Memphis, 5111 Sanderlin Ave. Special events include a Girls’ Night Out, holiday happy hour, painting classes and more. Visit merrymarketplace.com for hours, details and advance tickets.

33. Events - Wednesday, November 9, 2016

The Project Management Institute Memphis Chapter and Mid-South Health Care Executives will host a panel discussion on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m. at the Crescent Club, 6075 Poplar Ave., suite 909. Three experts will discuss cybersecurity and information technology security alignment with a company’s or industry’s regulations, business goals and organizational risk. Visit pmimemphis.org for details.

34. Events - Friday, November 4, 2016

U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen will hold his annual Federal Procurement Fair for Small-Business Owners in Memphis on Monday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the University of Memphis FedEx Institute of Technology, 365 Innovation Drive. Business owners will learn about contracting with the federal government and can meet one-on-one with procurement officials. RSVP at cohen.procurement@mail.house.gov by Friday, Nov. 4.

35. Events - Wednesday, November 2, 2016

Tennessee Small Business Development Center will present the “Sales & Use Tax” workshop Thursday, Nov. 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Business Center, 555 Beale St. Learn how to prepare a sales and use tax return, report exempt sales and more. Cost is free; registration required. Visit tsbdc.org/training for details.

36. Events - Tuesday, November 1, 2016

The fourth annual Jewish Literary and Cultural Arts Festival kicks off with author Jonathan Safran Foer on Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 8 p.m. in the Memphis Jewish Community Center’s Shainberg Art Gallery, 6560 Poplar Ave. Visit jccmemphis.org/LitFest for a details, tickets and a festival schedule.

37. Events - Monday, October 31, 2016

The Booksellers at Laurelwood will host “Reel Masters: Chefs Casting About With Timing & Grace” authors Susan Schadt, Lisa Buser and Kelly English for a discussion and signing Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 6:30 p.m. at the bookstore, 387 Perkins Road Extended. Visit thebooksellersatlaurelwood.com.

38. Events - Saturday, October 29, 2016

Strut! Memphis, a fashion show benefiting the Community Legal Center, will be held Thursday, Nov. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mercedes-Benz of Memphis, 5389 Poplar Ave. The fashionable evening will include live music, food and wine, a silent auction and more. Buy tickets at strutmemphis.com.

39. Events - Friday, September 9, 2016

Memphis Office of Youth Services and Southern Heritage Classic will host the Classic College Fair GPS on Friday, Sept. 9, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Pipkin Building on Tiger Lane. Attendance is free for attendees to learn about more than 80 regional colleges, universities and career opportunities. Visit cityofmemphisyouth.org.

40. Events - Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Memphis Jewish Community Center will hold a Medicare informational meeting Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 6 p.m. at 6560 Poplar Ave. Larry L. Turner of Imagine Retirement will explain Medicare for those ages 60 to 64. Open to the public; reservations required. Call Jennifer Roberts at 901-761-0810.

41. Events - Monday, August 15, 2016

Tennessee Medical Association will bring its CME Summer Roadshow, “Dollars and Sense: Understanding State and Federal Healthcare Payment Reform,” to Memphis on Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Saint Francis Hospital-Memphis’ Longinetti Auditorium, 5959 Park Ave. Cost is $175 for TMA members and $275 for nonmembers. Visit tnmed.org/summerroadshow to register.

42. Events - Saturday, August 13, 2016

Memphis Botanic Garden will host Arts and Craft Beers on Friday, Aug. 19, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 750 Cherry Road. Grab a power tool and create take-home DIY art projects, sample local craft beers and challenge friends to a lawn game at this 21-and-older event. Tickets are $15 for MBG members and $18 for nonmembers and are available at memphisbotanicgarden.com or 901-636-4131.

43. Events - Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Creative Aging will host its 2016 Senior Fun Day on Thursday, April 21, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Enjoy refreshments, manicures and a variety of games. Tickets are $5 cash or check at the door. Visit creativeagingmidsouth.org.

44. Events - Tuesday, April 19, 2016

Start Co. will offer small-business mentoring sessions Tuesday, April 19, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. This free program offers one-on-one counseling about starting or managing a small business. Visit memphislibrary.org for details.

45. Events - Monday, April 18, 2016

Memphis Area Business and Professional Women will meet Monday, April 18, at 6 p.m. at Ervin Hypnosis Center, 2865 Summer Oaks Drive, suite 100. The group will map out its fundraising plans for Grace House of Memphis and share 2016-17 convention details. Email martha.ervin@ervinhypnosiscenter.com or call 901-489-5481.

46. Events - Saturday, April 16, 2016

The Bo-Keys will perform an album release concert for “Heartache by the Number,” on Thursday, April 21, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music, 926 E. McLemore Ave. Admission is $10 at the door. Visit staxmuseum.com for details.

47. Clinics Offered Before Memphis in May Triathlon - Saturday, March 12, 2016

Swim, bike and run clinics are being offered to prepare for the 34th annual Memphis in May Triathlon Sports Festival at Edmund Orgill Park in Millington on May 20-22.

The clinics will be led by local certified coaches to give athletes an opportunity to learn about their sport or improve their performance in advance of the events.

48. Clinics Offered in Advance Of Memphis in May Triathlon - Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Swim, bike and run clinics are being offered to prepare for the 34th annual Memphis in May Triathlon Sports Festival at Edmund Orgill Park in Millington on May 20-22.

The clinics will be led by local certified coaches to give athletes an opportunity to learn about their sport or improve their performance in advance of the events.

49. Events - Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Kiwanis Club of Memphis will meet Wednesday, April 2, from noon to 1 p.m. at The University Club of Memphis, 1346 Central Ave. National Civil Rights Museum president Beverly Robertson will speak. Cost is $18 for nonmembers.

50. Events - Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital will hold a stroke survivor group meeting Tuesday, April 1, at 5 p.m. in suite 250 of Medical Office Building A, 7655 Poplar Ave. Stroke survivors will discuss caregiving issues; partners and family will discuss time and stress management. Call 516-6929.

51. Events - Monday, March 31, 2014

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital will hold a stroke survivor group meeting Tuesday, April 1, at 5 p.m. in suite 250 of Medical Office Building A, 7655 Poplar Ave. Stroke survivors will discuss caregiving issues; partners and family will discuss time and stress management. Call 516-6929.

52. Events - Monday, November 12, 2012

LaunchMemphis will host Risk City: Global Entrepreneurship Week 2012 programs and networking events Monday, Nov. 12, through Friday, Nov. 16, at multiple Memphis locations. The global event connects entrepreneurs with potential resources and collaborators. Visit launchmemphis.com for a schedule.

53. Events - Tuesday, November 15, 2011

The Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South will hold its breakfast series with Dotty Summerfield Guisti of Summerfield Associates Inc., speaking on “The Power of Networking” Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the BBB, 3693 Tyndale Drive. Cost is free for BBB-accredited businesses and $10 for guests.

54. Events - Monday, November 14, 2011

Rhodes College will present “‘The Death and Life of Great American Cities’: Fifty Years Later” Monday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. in the Blount Auditorium on campus. The free event will feature a panel discussion of Jane Jacobs’ 1961 book “The Death and Life of Great American Cities.” A reception will follow. For more information, email jacksonj@rhodes.edu.

55. Events - Thursday, September 16, 2010

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC will present “How the New National Labor Relations Board Will Impact Your Business” Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. at its office, 165 Madison Ave., 20th floor. The event is free and breakfast will be provided. To register, contact Nicolette Thomas at 577-2328 or nthomas@bakerdonelson.com.

56. 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.

57. Events - Tuesday, July 14, 2009

The National Association of Women Business Owners will hold a lunch mixer today from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Elzemeyer Talent Agency, 149 Monroe Ave. Attendees will each have 60 seconds to pitch their business to NAWBO Member Showcase by Tess Bear.

58. Events - Monday, July 13, 2009

The Memphis Chapter of the International Association of Administrative Professionals will meet today at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select East, 5795 Poplar Ave. Cost is $20 and includes dinner. For reservations, contact Dianne Cordaro at diannecordaro@yahoo.com or 287-6009.

59. Events - Friday, May 1, 2009

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will hold its fourth annual conference today from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Cost is $99 for members, $150 for nonmembers and $65 for students. The theme is “Surviving the Perfect Storm: Reinventing the Nonprofit’s Future.” Paul Light, New York University professor and Washington Post columnist, will be the keynote speaker. To register, visit npexcellence.org/conference.php or call 684-6605.

60. Events - Thursday, April 30, 2009

The Shelby County EOC Appeals Board will meet today at 11 a.m. in the first floor chambers of the Shelby County Administration Building, 160 N. Main St. For more information, call Steve Summerall at 545-4301.

61. Events - Wednesday, April 29, 2009

The Shelby County Commission will hold meetings today beginning at 9 a.m. at the Shelby County Administration Building, 160 N. Main St. For more information, call Steve Summerall at 545-4301.

62. Conference Attendance Hints at Nonprofit Slump - Tuesday, April 28, 2009

The sign-up list for an event Friday intended to help nonprofit organizations cope with today’s economic challenges may be evidence that the organizations are feeling the financial crunch.

Registration is hovering between 80 and 90 people for the annual conference of the Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence, which usually has between 150 and 200 participants. This year’s theme is “Surviving the Perfect Storm: Reinventing the Nonprofit’s Future.”

63. Events - Tuesday, April 21, 2009

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will present a workshop titled “Ethical Leadership” today from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the Alliance office, 5100 Poplar Ave., Suite 502. Kristi Tarbell will lead the workshop. Cost is $65 for members, $125 for nonmembers and $55 for those in the Program for Nonprofit Excellence. For more information, call 684-6605 or visit www.npexcellence.org.

64. Events - Monday, April 20, 2009

The Global Green Initiative will be today through Wednesday at the FedEx Institute of Technology on the University of Memphis campus. FedEx founder Fred Smith will be the keynote speaker and he will address “Transportation is in a State of Transformation.” Cost is $249 for all three days. For an itinerary or to register, visit www.gmfoundation.org.

65. Events - Monday, March 23, 2009

The Engineers’ Club of Memphis Inc. will hold its weekly meeting and lunch today at 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Mark Lindstrom of ETI Corp. will present “Greenways and Trails.” Cost is $14. No reservations are required.

66. Methodist Germantown Relocates Services - Friday, February 6, 2009

The pelvic rehabilitation services at Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital have moved to a new location at the Jewish Community Center at 6560 Poplar Ave., where it will also offer outpatient cardiac rehabilitation.

67. Events - Monday, December 1, 2008

The Engineers’ Club of Memphis Inc. will hold its weekly meeting and lunch today at 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Thomas P. Smith, District Commander, Memphis District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will present arms. Cost is $14. No reservations are required.

68. Events - Friday, November 28, 2008

The Memphis Holiday Parade will be held today at 5 p.m. in the South Main Historic Arts District. The South Main shops and galleries will host magic shows, face painting, balloon artists and stilt walkers. After the parade, the South Main Jolly Trolley Tour with parties and art openings will be held.

69. Events - Wednesday, November 26, 2008

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will host a symposium Dec. 3 at St. Jude, 262 Danny Thomas Place. The symposium will cover advances in genetics research. Registration is due today. For more information, visit www.stjude.org/seminars or call Linda P. Taylor at 595-2235.

70. Events - Tuesday, July 15, 2008

JobLINC will host a Career and Education Fair today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in meeting rooms A, B and C at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. Thirty-nine companies will attend. For more information, call 415-2700.

71. Events - Monday, July 14, 2008

The Engineers’ Club of Memphis Inc. will meet today at noon at the Holiday Inn–University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Mark Mazzone will give a speech titled “40-Million Dollar Riverfront.” Cost is $12. No reservations are required.

72. Events - Thursday, May 1, 2008

The University of Memphis will host international financial expert Lynn Turner today at 7:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Turner's talk, "What Makes Markets Work or Not Work," is part of the Fogelman College of Business & Economics' 2008 Distinguished Speaker Series. Admission to the breakfast is $25 and can be paid at the door. For more information or to make a reservation, e-mail Tarranda Silas at tsilas@memphis.edu.

73. Events - Wednesday, April 30, 2008

The Rotary Club of Memphis will hold the fifth annual Bobby Dunavant Public Servant Awards today at 11:45 a.m. in the Grand Ballroom of The Peabody, 149 Union Ave. Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour will be the featured speaker. For more information, call Lee Hughes at 754-1615.

74. ANE Conference To Look at Effective Nonprofit Governance - Tuesday, April 29, 2008

At this year's Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence annual conference, local nonprofit organization leaders will get a chance to hear from experts from academia who have taken a hard look at governance models for nonprofit boards and are testing some ideas on what works in creating effective board governance.

75. Events - Tuesday, April 29, 2008

The University of Memphis will host Edwin Brock, a renowned Egyptologist, today at 7 p.m. in the Mitchell Hall Auditorium. Brock will present "Protecting the Valley of the Kings." A reception will precede the lecture at 6:15 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 678-2555.

76. Events - Friday, April 18, 2008

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence will host "An Inside Look at Corporate Funding" today from 9 a.m. to noon at the Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. For more information or to register, contact April DeBerry at 684-6605 or adeberry@npexcellence.org.

77. Events - Thursday, April 17, 2008

The Memphis Regional Chamber will launch the Memphis International Business Council and hold the premiere of the China Town Hall webcast today from 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. at the FedEx World Headquarters, Building G, 3670 Hacks Cross Road. Registration begins at 4 p.m. R.S.V.P. to Brenda Montgomery at 543-3541 or bmontgomery@memphischamber.com.

78. Events - Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Talk Shoppe will meet today from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, 3693 Tyndale Drive. Julia Barreda Willhite of GoBilingual.com will present "How to do Business in the Latino Market." The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call Jo Garner at 759-7808.

79. Crime Forum to FeatureCounty, City Leaders - Wednesday, February 20, 2008
     Shelby County District Attorney General Bill Gibbons, Memphis Police Director Larry Godwin and Shelby County Sheriff Mark Luttrell will be the featured speakers Monday at a crime forum at the Jewish Community Center, 656

80. Events - Tuesday, November 13, 2007

The Memphis Bar Association will hold a continuing legal education seminar titled
"The Business of Practicing Law" for sole practitioners and small firms today from 3:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Independent Bank, 5050 Poplar Ave. Visit www.memphisbar.org for admission information.

81. Events - Monday, November 12, 2007

The Engineers' Club of Memphis will hold its weekly meeting today at noon at the Holiday Inn-University of Memphis, 3700 Central Ave. Cost is $12 and no reservations are required. The candidates for the Engineer's Board will be speaking at this event.

82. Carnival Memphis RoyaltyAppears at Camp LivitUp - Monday, June 4, 2007
     Carnival Memphis' King and Queen for 2007 will be on hand for the opening week of the United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Camp LivitUp at the Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Carnival Royalty will arrive at the

83. Events - Thursday, May 10, 2007

The Alliance for Nonprofit Excellence hosts "How to Succeed in Fundraising by Really Trying" today from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. The event is $99 for alliance members, $150 for nonmembers and $65 for students. To register, call 684-6605 or visit www.npexcellence.org.

84. Events - Wednesday, May 9, 2007

Talk Shoppe presents "Snapshot of the Memphis Multifamily Market" 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.

85. Events - Tuesday, May 8, 2007

St. Francis Hospital will host a luncheon for Memphis-area business leaders to discuss hospital quality ratings today at 11:30 a.m. in the St. Catherine's Room at St. Francis, 5959 Park Ave.

86. Acclaimed Speaker, Writer, Fund-Raiser to Headline ANE Conference Thursday - Tuesday, May 8, 2007

In one of her Q&A columns in the Grassroots Funding Journal, noted fund-raising expert Kim Klein says people give money when they're asked. Even so, she adds, asking doesn't always guarantee a donation.

87. Events - Monday, May 7, 2007

Methodist Transplant Resource Center is holding its annual golf tournament, Transplant Fore Life Classic, today at 11 a.m. at Irene Golf & Country Club, 8141 Irene Blvd. The tournament is limited to 36 teams. For more information or to register, call 516-7993 or e-mail swearinj@methodisthealth.org.

88. Events - Tuesday, January 9, 2007

Out on a Limb, the Memphis area limb loss support group, meets today at 7 p.m. at Jewish Family Service, 6560 Poplar Ave. Denise Blockman, a licensed massage therapist at Baptist Rehabilitation Hospital, presents "A New Year's Resolution That is Easy to Keep: Seated Fitness for EveryBody." For more information, call William Samuels at 767-8511.

89. Events - Friday, May 12, 2006

The Grant Center presents "Building Public Trust Through Accountability: The Grant Center's Annual Conference" today from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Cost is $95 for members and $130 for non-members. Call 684-6605 or visit www.grantcenter.org.

90. Events - Thursday, May 11, 2006

Friends of the Poplar-White Station Branch Library presents Tom Nenon, assistant provost of undergraduate programs at the University of Memphis, today at 11:30 a.m. at the library, 5094 Poplar Ave. Nenon speaks about "New Ways to Think About Ethical Decision-Making." Call 682-1616.

91. Big Fat Greek Festival is on at Orthodox Church Friday and Saturday - Monday, May 8, 2006

May 9

The Small Business Chamber holds a free Cellular South Workshop called "Identifying and Retaining Top Performers" from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the boardroom of Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Call 259-1093 or visit www.smallbusinesschamber.com for more information.

92. 'Bon Voyage' Concert Debuts Saturday at St. Mary's Buckman Center - Monday, May 1, 2006

May 2

The Memphis Public Library & Information Center presents "Orientation and Genealogy Basics" from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave. Call 415-2742 for more information.

93. Events - Friday, March 3, 2006

The Memphis Area Home Builders Association presents the 2006 Vesta Home Expo from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. today through Sunday at Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove Road. For additional information, call 756-4500.

94. 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.

95. Events - Friday, October 28, 2005

The Mid-South chapter of the American Liver Foundation presents the "Liv'r of the Pack Howl-o-ween Walk for Research" at 9 a.m. Saturday at Overton Park. Cost is $15 per person; $20 for an individual with a dog; and $50 for a family of up to six. Visit www.midsouthliverfoundation.org.

96. Legal Administrators Group Hosts Legal Services Expo - Monday, October 24, 2005

Oct. 25

The University of Memphis' River City Writer's Series hosts a reading by author Jill McCorkle at 7 p.m. at Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 4339 Park Ave. McCorkle also will offer an interview session and writing workshop Wednesday on the University of Memphis campus. For more information, call 678-2651 or visit www.memphis.edu/rivercitywriters.

97. Events - Friday, September 9, 2005

The Memphis Bar Association presents "Changes to Chapter 11," part of the We Will Survive Series addressing the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Call 527-3573.

98. Events - Thursday, September 8, 2005

The Women's Council of Realtors meets at 11:30 a.m. today at the Chickasaw Country Club, 3395 Galloway Ave. Call 818-2444.

Friends of Poplar-White Station Branch Library presents Shelby County Trustee Bob Patterson as a part of the Second Thursday Community Lecture series at 11:30 a.m. today at the library, located at 5094 Poplar Ave. Call 682-1616.

99. AIA, Memphis Heritage Kick Off Architecture Month - Monday, August 29, 2005

Aug. 29

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music hosts an opening reception for the Soulsville USA Neighborhood Photography Exhibit at 7 p.m. at the museum, located at 926 E. McLemore St. The exhibit runs through Oct. 14. Contact Carol Drake at carol@soulsvilleusa.com.

100. Events - Friday, August 5, 2005

The Memphis Bar Association presents "Changes to Chapter 7" as part of the "We Will Survive" series addressing the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar Ave. Call 527-3573 or visit www.memphisbar.org.