by Angela Copeland | Mar 26, 2014 | Networking
Opera Memphis is hosting the Midtown Opera Festival April 3-13th.
This one-of-a-kind 10-day festival at Playhouse on the Square features chamber opera, panel discussions, fringe events, parties, and a world premiere in the heart of Memphis!
The Festival is anchored by three fully-staged operas: Mozart’s The Impresario paired with Richard Wargo’s The Music Shop, Menotti’s The Medium, and the world premiere of our original commissioned opera, Ghosts of Crosstown.
To learn more, visit the Opera Memphis website here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 25, 2014 | Networking
The Church Health Center is hosting a Culinary Series. They are hosting cooking classes with various local chefs. They look fun and reasonably priced.
To learn more, visit their website here.
Here is a list of classes:
April 3: Kick-off with Chef Jenn McCullough ($40): Chef Jenn will prepare some of her classic dishes.
April 10: Basic Knife Skills with Chef Melissa Peterson ($30): Shrimp stir fry and fruit display.
April 17: Fish Cookery ($40): Broiled fish with mango salsa, fish cooked in parchment and pan and seared scallops with sautéed greens. Hungry yet? There’s more!
April 24: Basic Butchery with Chef Michael Patrick of Rizzo’s ($35): How to cut a whole chicken, herbed roasted rosemary chicken and caramelized onion and blue cheese stuffed pork chop.
May 1: A Mother’s Day to Remember with caterer Carrington Wise ($25): Mini spinach and quinoa quiche, creamy fruit salad, and chocolate surprise strawberries.
May 8: Vegetarian Dinner Party with Chef Gary Williams of Dejavu ($25): Butternut squash and barley risotto, spinach and cheese stuffed zucchini, grandma’s granola and peanut butter tofu mousse.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 24, 2014 | Networking
Next weekend is officially the Memphis Fashion Weekend.
There are a number of fashion related events on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There also appears to be a number of events happening during the week.
To learn more, visit the Memphis Fashion Weekend website here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 21, 2014 | Networking
Allen Hall Projects is presenting a duo show with painters Jada Thompson and Jeniffer Church at Gallery 363 on March 28 from 6:00 – 8:30.
Jeniffer Church is a Memphis native who was on staff of the David Lusk Gallery during its early days . After some time off to get her children in school, he has resumed painting, mainly with commissions recently. She has enjoyed painting since childhood. Her work in decorative as well as fine arts has expanded her technique as her new works illustrate.
A native of Mountain View, CA, Jada Thompson holds a BFA from William Carey College and an MFA from University of Memphis; Thompson is equally at home in the world of fine art and graphic design. Her works are as varied as her interests and influences and always represent a fresh viewpoint. In addition to pursuing her own artistic expression, Thompson has a gift for teaching others, from volunteering with kids at Ronald McDonald House to teaching her students at Mid-South Community College.
To learn more about the event, visit the Allen Hall Projects website here.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 20, 2014 | Networking
This is a great opportunity for newcomers and longtime Memphians. Memphis 101 is an interactive crash course in Memphis culture, people, and politics, revealing why Memphis is the place it is today and how our history impacts where we are headed. Here is a quick look at what it’s all about. Complimentary lunch provided.
Thursday, April 10th, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Benjamin Hooks Library
Click here to register by April 2.
by Angela Copeland | Mar 19, 2014 | Networking
Girls Inc. reached out to me, and asked that I share this networking event with you. Girls Inc. is hosting a kickoff social tomorrow, Thursday, March 20th at 6:00 PM.
The event will be held at the Mulan Bistro located at 2149 Young Avenue in Memphis.
To learn more, or to RSVP, visit their Evite invitation here.
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