Events Next 7 Days
Booksigning by Eddie Hernandez
Thu., April 19, 6 p.m.Booksignings
Author discusses and signs Turnip Greens & Tortillas.
http://www.novelmemphis.com
Crazy Cat Ladies' Night Out
Thu., April 19, 6-9 p.m.
901-443-7718pitterpotterstudio@gmail.com
Other Art Happenings
Paint something special for your kitties. A portion of all proceeds benefit Memphis Humane Society. $12 + pottery
http://www.pitterpotterstudio.com
Outflix Film Festival Launch Party
Thu., April 19, 6:30-9:30 p.m.Special Events, Film
Screening of a short film highlighting the 20th anniversary of the Outflix Film Festival plus a preview of new festival events for 2018 and information on sponsorship opportunities.
http://www.outflixfilmfestival.orgPlayBack Memphis
Third Thursday of every month, 4:30-6 p.m. 901-207-3694Theater
Bringing stories to life in a safe space to unlock healing, transformation, and joy. Families welcome. Free
Peabody Rooftop Parties
Thursdays, 6-10 p.m. Continues through Aug. 16Special Events, Rock/Pop
Live music and beautiful views of the sun setting over the Mississippi River. Ladies get in free before 7 p.m. Visit website for scheduled entertainment. 21+ $10-$15
http://www.peabodymemphis.comAn Act of God
Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sundays, 2 p.m. and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Continues through April 22Theater
It turns out that God is sinfully funny as he introduces a radical rewrite of the Ten Commandments. Sometimes using strong language and acerbic humor, he answers existential questions. $25
http://www.theatrememphis.orgFrom Harlem To Hamilton
Thur.-Sat., Apr. 19-21, 7:30 p.m.Theater
Students in Dr. Chaddock’s spring 2017 course will perform a three-night showcase of their research of African American theatre in the 20th and 21st centuries.
http://www.rhodes.edu5% for Overton Park
Thu., April 19, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. 901-214-5450info@overtonpark.org
Special Events
5% of all sales at Whole Foods’ East Memphis store will be donated to Overton Park Conservancy to support maintenance and operations at the 326-acre park.
Business After Hours
Thu., April 19, 5-7 p.m.Special Events
Fun evening of fellowship with other BACC members. Appetizers and libations included. Register. Open to members only.
http://www.bartlettchamber.orgVoting: Democracy in Action
Thu., April 19, 5:30-8 p.m. 901-452-1776dominique_primer@facinghistory.org
Special Events
The Soulsville Charter School, 1115 College St., hosts a community teach-in exploring the history of voting rights. Free
https://www.facinghistory.org
Energy Efficiency-Residential and Commercial
Thu., April 19, 5:45-7:30 p.m.Lecture/Speaker, Meetings
Monthly program meeting of the Sierra Club's local group-Chickasaw. Second of a three-part series. free
Accessible Gardening: Josh Spece
Thu., April 19, 7 p.m.Lecture/Speaker
Wheelchair-bound webmaster/author for the American Hosta Society will show how handicapped and elderly gardeners can overcome limitations.
http://www.memphisbotanicgarden.comTHIS WEEK'S ISSUE
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