Memphis Area Master Gardeners Spring Fling
Red Barn Agricenter
Friday-Saturday, March 22-23, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Spring has sprung, baby, so my sinuses are being total jerks with all this pollen in the air. But I’m not mad about it. It’s just a phase, a little fling with seasonal allergies. I, however, much prefer the Memphis Area Master Gardeners Spring Fling, but that’s neither here nor there. The Spring Fling includes educational seminars with regional/local experts, hands-on demonstrations, a 2,000+ plant sale, a mini flea-market with gently used garden items, a Kid’s Corner on Saturday, and so much more. Find a full schedule of events here. The event is free to attend.
MidSouthCon
The Whispering Woods Hotel and Conference Center
Friday-Sunday, March 22-24
If you identify as a geek, nerd, gamer, cosplayer, or anything of that ilk, you’d best head out to the MidSouthCon, where you’ll be in paradise. Over the course of three days, guests will enjoy gaming, panels, meet-and-greets, workshops, vendors, an art show, and more. More information and a full schedule of events can be found here. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Literacy Mid-South. Tickets are $60/weekend, $30/kids 12 and under, and can be purchased at the door.
“Healing Thru Color”: Alexander Baker Fine Art
The Medicine Factory
Friday, March 22, 6-9 p.m.
Enjoy fine art, music, wine and beer, and light catering at Alexandra Baker’s art show, where her mission is to “Heal Thru Color.”
Cherry Blossom Picnic
Memphis Botanic Garden
Saturday, March 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Not only has this week brought us spring; the cherry on top of it all is, this weekend is Memphis Botanic Garden’s Cherry Blossom Picnic. Those who go will get to enjoy fare from Asian-inspired food trucks, listen to 901 Taiko, take a guided tour through the Japanese Garden, and participate in traditional crafts and games. The event is free with garden admission, so $12/adults, $10/seniors (62+), $7/children (2-12), or free if you’re under 2 or a member.
Memphis Ghostbusters Appearance
Malco Cordova Cinema Grill
Saturday, March 23, 2-4 p.m.
If there’s something strange in the neighborhood, who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! Seriously, you can call them. Did you know that Memphis has its very own Ghostbusters?! You can meet them at the Malco Cordova before you catch Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the latest flick in the franchise. Unlike Bill Murray and gang, these Ghostbusters are the real deal and will be available to take photos, show off equipment, and answer all your paranormal questions.
Seasonal Blooms of Memphis: Floral Arranging Workshop with Midtown Bramble & Bloom
Memphis Brooks Museum of Art
Sunday, March 24, 2-4 p.m.
Florals? In spring? Groundbreaking. Alright, Miranda Priestly, get off your high-fashion high horse. Yes, florals. Yes, in spring. It might not be groundbreaking but this floral arranging workshop will put the devil in Prada, if you know what I mean. (If you don’t know what I mean, I can’t blame you, I was just trying to be punny, and I’m not sure I pulled it off.) Local florist and flower farmer Marisa Mender-Franklin of Midtown Bramble & Bloom will guide you through creating your own stunning arrangement out of flowers grown in Memphis. Reserve your spot here for $55. (Oh, and on the note of Miranda Priestly, the Brooks is opening its Christian Siriano exhibit, “People Are People” this weekend, which will display his bold designs from his extensive archives. Find out more here.)
Pints, Poses & Pups
Grind City Brewing
Sunday, March 24, 2 p.m.
Downward-facing dog? Upward-facing dog? Sideways-facing dog? Who knows what kind of yoga you’ll be doing when there are puppies involved? Join Grind City Brewing in a puppy yoga class in collaboration with Happy Tails Canine Rescue to raise money for their rescue and hopefully to get some pups adopted. Whether you are looking to support, adopt, or just have a good yoga sesh in the Grind City lawn, it’s going to be a great time. Sign up here. Puppy yoga is $25.
Memphis Monologues
Voices of the South
Tuesday, March 26, 7-10 p.m.
The 14th Annual Memphis Monologues benefiting Planned Parenthood Tennessee and North Mississippi is back in person. Memphis women will tell real, personal stories. Some will be funny, some uplifting, some sad, some eye-opening. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here.
Dinner & A Movie: Dune (1984)
Black Lodge
Wednesday, March 27, 6:30 p.m.
Before there were the sandy butthole worms of this generation’s Dune, there was the surreal operatic critically-debated 1984 version from cult director David Lynch. Black Lodge presents a special screening to be enjoyed with a special five-course meal made just for the event. Lodge chef and co-owner James Blair will prepare “Bene Gesserit Tart” (blueberry and goat cheese tart with brown butter crumb), “House Atriedes Salad” (Turkish-style carrot salad with yogurt), “Kwizac Hasherac” (root vegetable hash), “Muad’ib Main” (roasted spicy chicken on a bed of couscous), and “Spice Controls Space Ice Cream” (sesame ice cream). It’s $40 for dinner and movie, or free just to watch the movie. Reserve your spot here. Specialty drinks will be made just for the occasion. 18+.
Golden Girls – The Laughs Continue
Orpheum Theatre
Thursday, March 28, 7:30 p.m.
Picture it: Miami. 2024. The Golden Girls are still up and at ’em. Sophia’s out on bail, naturally. The DEA busted her for running a drug ring for retirees. Meanwhile, Blanche and Rose have founded a dating app for seniors that’s doing quite well (of course); it’s even landed Dorothy her current beau, who just so happens to be Sophia’s prosecuting attorney. Sounds about right, doesn’t it? The cast of Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue seem to think so. The parody show done completely in drag will take over the Orpheum’s stage on Thursday. Tickets ($44-$69) can be purchased here.
There’s always something happening in Memphis. See a full calendar of events here.
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