Memphis, TN

Children’s Museum of Memphis – Space Exhibit

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:19:45 +0000

The Children’s Museum of Memphis began displaying a traveling exhibit called Living in Space back in June. It has been a real hit amongst visitors. December 16th is the last day to check out the exhibit, so hurry in while you still have a chance.

The exhibit gives kids the chance to see what life is like for an astronaut in space. Kids get to pretend to do official science research as they work as astronauts and get to see what it is like to live, play, and eat in space. Kids can also experience real stories from space.

The exhibit is made up of three parts: “Living in Space,” “Working in Space” and “Playing in Space.” Each part gives kids a chance at hands on, educational fun. They even get to see what it’s like to have to go to the bathroom in space!

Living in Space is presented in English and Spanish.

Admission to the exhibit is included with regular museum admission.

The exhibit ends on December 16, 2007.

Hairspray Coming to Memphis

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 11:29:20 +0000

This Tony Award winning show has been so popular that John Travolta was in the big screen version of it. Now you have a chance to see what started it all. The Broadway show is coming to Memphis! Order your tickets now for the hilarious musical event!

The shows are on November 2, 3, and 4.

Michael McDonald Performance

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 11:10:16 +0000

Friday, September 14, Michael McDonald will be performing as part of the Live at the Garden, Summer Concert Series at the Memphis Botanic Gardens.

Live at the Garden gives you the opportunity to spend an evening enjoying the beautiful scenery of the Gardens as you enjoy a snack and listen to the fabulous music of Michael McDonald.

Tickets start at $35.

The show starts at 8:30 pm (gates open at 7pm).

The show will go on, rain or shine!

Memphis Tax Sale

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 11:17:09 +0000

You may or may not be aware that the City of Memphis hosts tax sales. A tax sale is when property is sold for its unpaid taxes. This occurs at a public auction. Usually these properties can be bought for great deals. These are advertised within twenty days of the sale in the paper. Each property has specific terms.

Note that the auction only accepts cash, cashier check, or money order.

If you are into real estate this is something worth looking into.

Hot Weather!

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:28:13 +0000

Ok, Memphis. It seems like we have finally gotten a break from all of the hot weather. After so many days in a row of triple digit temperatures, 98 degrees feels good. Who knew we would look at temperatures in the upper 90’s as a cool front!
Enjoy the cooler weather everyone!

“The Art of Stax: Essential Album Photographs by Joel Brodsky”

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:31:40 +0000

Today (August 27th) is the last day to see “The Art of Stax: Essential Album Photographs by Joel Brodsky” at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. The exhibit features the life and work of Joel Brodsky. On display are some original photos used for record album covers, including Isaac Hayes’ Black Moses; Booker T. and the MGs’ McLemore Avenue, Mavis Staples’ Only for the Lonely, Jean Knight’s Mr. Big Stuff, and David Porter’s Victim of the Joke?

I Love Memphis

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 13:24:50 +0000

This is for all of you Memphis fans out there. Now you can get your very own shirt that lets everyone know just how you feel about Memphis. Amazon.com offers a great I Love Memphis shirt that is reasonably priced. Check it out!

Jerry Springer The Opera

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 11:23:58 +0000

From August 10 - September 9, 2007 come check out Jerry Springer as an Opera at Playhouse on the Square (51 South Cooper St.). Just like on the television show, the opera features people making confessions of all types, from infidelities to complex secrets. The talk show host eventually must make a sort of reconciliation between Jesus and Satan. That’s all the information you get. You’ll have to go see it to find out how it turns out.

Blue Dog: The Art of George Rodrigue

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 11:22:59 +0000

Attention Blue Dog Fans!!
July 29, 2007 to October 14, 2007. Come check out some of the work of George Rodrigue. The exhibit is on display at The Dixon Gallery and Gardens and spans the artist’s forty year career. Some items on display have never been seen before. Check it out!

Memphis Wedding Belles

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 11:22:03 +0000

From April 1, 2007 to October 31, 2007, visitors can check out a wonderful wedding dress exhibit at the Wood-Fontaine House Museum. At the exhibit you can check out antique dresses with some historical information provided on items on display. Check it out between noon and 4:00pm Wednesday thru Sunday.