Teacher's Back-to-School Chat & Chew @ Playhouse on the Square
Friday, August 2, 6-7:30 p.m.
Calling all teachers for a fun night out before the new school year begins. At this back-to-school event, Playhouse on the Square and The Circuit Playhouse previews its new season filled with shows perfect for school field trips. The Department of Theatre Education and Arts Memphis shares methods to make live professional theater accessible to school.
Free. Reservations required · 726-4656
Mommy & Me Baby Expo @ Southwest Tennessee Community College
Saturday, August 3, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Looking to learn all things about baby? This family-friendly expo offers free health screenings, prenatal information, breastfeeding and car seat education, prenatal yoga demo, photo booth, door prizes, games for kids, and healthy snacks. Enter for a chance to win a car seat and stroller, Memphis Zoo membership and more!
Free · Visit Methodist Health for details.
Social Sundays @ River Garden Park
Sunday, August 4, 2-4 p.m.
Got a crafty kid in the family? Combine your workout with a candle-making activity at the park. Join for this family-friendly event at the River Garden pavilion on the first Sunday of the month.
Free · Go to Memphis River Parks Facebook for details.
Nature Week @ River Garden
August 5-9, from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m.
Wondering how to connect your kids with nature? Head over to River Garden for themed activities throughout the week. Families are welcome to explore nature by the river with a free craft and game every day.
Monday - Insects
Tuesday - Animals
Wednesday - Water
Thursday - Plants
Friday - River Garden Day
Free. Registration required · Go to Eventbrite for tickets.
Memphis Area Homeschool Expo @ Bellevue Baptist Church
Thursday, August 8, 4-8 p.m.
Thinking about homeschooling your children? Here is an opportunity to attend informative workshops and find out about tutorials/co-ops, classes, music lessons, sports, youth organizations, tutors, support groups, and more!
Free · Visit MHEA for details.
Baptist Children's Hospital "Back-to-School Fair" @ Baptist Women's Hospital
Saturday, August 10, from 9 a.m. until noon.
Are you ready to get back to school? This family-friendly fair helps set the mood and features craft activities for children, health screenings, door prizes, and more.
Free · Visit Baptist Hospital for details.
2019 Train Heritage Day @ Morton Museum
Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
All aboard! Celebrate Collierville's long connection to trains at this annual event. Families are invited to view model train displays, tour the inside of historic train cars, enjoy music, and take part in crafts. Learn about other area railroad groups and join for a guided talk of the Frisco 1351 steam locomotive throughout the day.
This event extends to Collierville's Visitor Center on Town Square, located inside the Train Depot.
Free · Visit Morton Museum for details.
Cooking with Kids at the Garden
Sunday, August 11, 2-4 p.m.
Here is a shout-out to little chefs to take on a culinary adventure at the garden. Grab your aprons and cooking hats, join for a tour of the herb garden, and learn to make your own salsa and tacos.
$15/person. Register by August 5 · Go to Memphis Botanic Garden for details.