Commercial Appeal editor Chris Peck’s inspiring article, “Inside the Newsroom: Thriving Memphis is in our hands,” serves as a testament to all Memphis has to be proud of. Even in a down economy, assets like Minglewood Hall, The Center For Southern Folklore, The Memphis Urban Debate League, Operation: Safe Community, and a top Teach for America [...]
Paper Moon Films invites you to celebrate our local independent film community – and our city – at their upcoming Love Letters to Memphis Benefit, held on July 30 at Minglewood Hall, with a silent auction of Memphis items and music by Star & Micey. Proceeds from the evening go to the film OPEN FIVE, [...]
Memphis is not just a city; it’s a relationship. Instead of serving as simply a backdrop in the lives of those who live here, Memphis is like a family member that challenges and influences our experiences. Every one of us has a unique relationship with this city, as its multifaceted character allows for both great [...]
On August 1, Memphis Botanic Garden will open a 2.5 acre children’s discovery garden that will bring to life the best of every backyard adventure ever dreamed about. The $5.8 million project, called My Big Backyard, will feature 16 unique educational and imagination inspiring areas for children to learn, explore, play and dream. MemphisConnect is [...]
From the Memphis and Shelby County Film Commission, a free workshop weekend with top indie filmmakers:
What a fantastic piece on violinist and White Station graduate Leigh (Lila) Frith as featured on ArtsMemphis TV, a collaborative effort between ArtsMemphis and Live From Memphis. If you love this as much as we do, then don’t miss our brand new Video page – created by popular demand – where we feature playlists from [...]
If you want the scoop on the coolest happenings in Memphis, ask the locals! We asked our Memphis tweeps about their top plans for the weekend. Below are their recommendations: J_Sapp@MemphisConnect I would sugggest the Alan Duckworth opening at David Lusk Gallery tonight! greggwitt@memphisconnect daughters 4th b’day party @pool + imported Kreme Kastle BBQ, rocknromp [...]
Show your support for the farmer’s markets of Memphis! Cast your vote in AFT’s, America’s Favorite Farmer’s Market Contest, to help the Memphis Farmer’s Market win free eco- friendly bags. Then, while you’re at it, vote for the Agricenter’s Farmer’s Market, the Farmer’s Market at the Botanical Garden, or the Memphis Farmer’s Market on Localharvest.org’s, Love Your Farmer’s Market [...]
Did you know? The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art is the oldest fine arts museum in the state of Tennessee and houses an outstanding collection of art dating from antiquity to the present. In 1913, Bessie Vance Brooks donated $100,000 to the City of Memphis for the construction of a museum in honor of her [...]
From Alvin Bell and the Public Engagement committee for Shelby Farms Park Conservancy: Hello fellow Memphians, I’m not sure how much people know about Memphis’ exciting Greenway Project but here is info about what’s coming up next week, July 6th and 7th!! Please let’s get involved! MEMPHIS – Shelby Farms Park Conservancy, Shelby County Government [...]
