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MemphisConnect July 23, 2010 One Comment
Pregnancy is such a time of joy and gratitude, but it can be stressful too as women either enter a new dimension as a first-time mom or consider how life will change with another child. While nothing can totally prepare a mother for the major life-change, knowledge is power and significantly decreases stress and supports [...]
No surprise that it’s another busy weekend ahead in the Bluff City! Below are events and activities getting some buzz on Twitter: LaJuCal @MemphisConnect Leadership Academy Greening at Shelby Farms, MPACT Night at Indie Memphis, Mint Julep Cup to Benefit Girls Inc at the MPC. Mirimichi @MemphisConnect Sunset on the Patio – tonight! Fish fry [...]
The National Civil Rights Museum is featuring the film The Lottery on Wednesday, July 21 at 5:30pm. The film delves into such questions as “Should the right to a great public education be decided by a lottery?” and “Can all children succeed?” The Lottery follows four families from Harlem and the Bronx who have entered [...]
MemphisConnect July 14, 2010 No Comments
It’s been an interesting week for cyclists in Memphis. The week began with bad news, as the City Engineer’s office announced that Federal Stimulus funds earmarked for road improvements in the city would not include accommodations for bicycling facilities in the plans. As one who has been waiting anxiously for Memphis to shed its well [...]
There’s never a dull moment in the Bluff City. For proof look no further than the weekend ahead! But some Memphis tweeps can help you pick the top opportunities to stay entertained: bttyanne @MemphisConnect Lazy weekend for me: Flipside Memphis @BrooksMuseum on Saturday & @WorldCup finals on Sunday. What else is going on? LevittShell @MemphisConnect [...]
MemphisConnect July 9, 2010 One Comment
What a great reminder that top notch family activities abound in the greater Memphis community! A little info about Ashlee, her passion for all things equine and a cool opportunity for both kids and adults: Ashlee Pigford is leading a Horsemanship Day Camp for children 6 years and up at Kimberlin Farms in Olive Branch, [...]
Another busy weekend in Memphis! The local tweeps have some great recommendations for you below, but please also be sure to check in with Memphis Weather and stay safe and dry! bgswanson @MemphisConnect @seeingredband is playing @DrusPlace Saturday night…Show starts @ 9pm steph38103 @MemphisConnect South Main Trolley night tonight and @mfmfarmersmkt Saturday morning tew1976 @MemphisConnect [...]
Another hot weekend ahead, and our latest collection of people’s picks will definitely keep you busy: tew1976 @MemphisConnect ArtsMemphis pre-party at Levitt Shell tonight. Maybe A-Team at Drive-In. World Cup and Gibson 5k tom. disc golf at S. Farms steph38103 @MemphisConnect Field of Dreams Softball Social sat morning, Gibson 5K sat night, SMA Tony watch [...]
You have less than 24 hours to share how Memphis lives you for a chance to see MEMPHIS in New York City! And this is a musical you don’t want to miss, inspired by our city and nominated for 8 Tony Awards! If you don’t believe us, ask Deni and Patrick Reilly, owners of South [...]
MemphisConnect June 10, 2010 No Comments
The Mid-South Minority Business Council will be holding the 2010 Economic Development Fair, June 28-30 at the Cook Convention Center. This conference brings together – major corporations, minority and women-owned businesses and the Memphis community- to create a paradigm shift around the economic impact that diversity and inclusion could have on the Memphis community. The [...]
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