Get Ready to Enjoy the Great Outdoors!
Welcome spring attending one of these April 1st events -No foolin’ just pure family fun!
GRAND OPENING OF THE CHURCH HEALTH YMCA @ Crosstown Concourse
Saturday, April 1, from 7 a.m. -6 p.m.
Public are invited to come tour the new facility at Crosstown. The Church Health YMCA is located off the West Atrium on the second floor, across from the parking garage.
Free. For details, go to ymcamemphis.org/find-a-y/churchhealthymca/
MEMPHIS FARMERS MARKET 2017 SEASON OPENS @ Central Station Pavilion
April 1 through October 28 - Saturdays, from 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
Memphis Farmers Market opens for the 12th season with fresh produce, live music, themed activities, and food trucks.
- April 1: E-I-E-I-O, Here We Grow!
- April 8: Kale, Yes!
- April 15: Dig In!
- April 22: Dawning of the Age of Asparagus.
- April 29: Lettuce Turnip the Beets.
Free. For details, go to memphisfarmersmarket.org
THE MID-SOUTH BABY & KIDS EXPO 2017 @ The Agricenter
Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
One-stop spot for finding parenting resources and services in the Mid-South. Features Kids Corner, Daddy Zone, Breastfeeding Zone, Safety Zone, Parents Zone, fashion shows, a photo booth, hourly door prizes, and food vendors. Memphis Parent is a sponsor.
$5/adult. Admission is free for children 12 and under. For information, visit midsouthbabyandkidsexpo.com
20TH ANNUAL RITES TO PLAY! @ Rhodes College - Oak Alley
Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
Join this Kinney Community Service Program, a free garden-themed, carnival style event complete with bounce houses, a petting zoo, games, crafts, and lunch.
Free. For details, go to rhodes.edu
10th ANNUAL DOWN TO EARTH FESTIVAL @ Shelby Farms Park
Saturday, April 1, from 10 a.m. -3 p.m.
Join to celebrate Earth Day in the Heart of the Park. Festivities include eco-friendly children’s crafts, high-adventure play, live music, Jr. Fishing Rodeo, free fitness classes, local/sustainable food options, eco-friendly arts + crafts and vendors.
Admission is free. Parking is $5/vehicle. Benefits Shelby Farms Park Conservancy. For details, go to shelbyfarmspark.org/downtoearth