Bluff City Fire and Ice - Polar Bear Plunge & Chili Cook-Off @ Tiger Lane
Saturday, February 1, at 10 a.m.
Dare to take a dip in the icy cold Mississippi River? Here is your chance to cool down and heat up at the same time in a one-of-a-kind event in Memphis. Take the plunge and try the chili while supporting Special Olympics Greater Memphis.
Visit Special Olympics Memphis for details.
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane @ Tennessee Shakespeare Company
January 30 through February 16 - Wednesday & Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Friday at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at 11 a.m. & 4 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m.
Are you ready to enter the many worlds of a special rabbit? TSC brings to life the heartwarming children’s book by Kate DiCamillo in this regional premiere. The family-friendly play follows Edward’s travels across the world, including the bustling streets of Memphis, between a diverse group of owners from all walks of life.
$15-$29. Student and senior discounts available · 759-0604
Library Tunes & Tales at Area Libraries
Saturday, February 1, at 11 a.m.
Are you interested in listening to a musical story time? Memphis Symphony Orchestra ensembles, representing the instrument families join the librarians in presenting a story set to music, followed by a craft activity. Participating libraries include Central, Bartlett, Cordova, Collierville, and Germantown, and the Purdue Center.
Free · 537-2500
GenerosiTEA Party benefiting Le Bonheur Children's Hospital @ Woodland Hills Event Center
Saturday, February 1, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Calling all girls and their families to get ready for a memorable day that helps raise money for a good cause! Empire Beauty School is here to do your hair and nails for the party. The 11th annual fund-raiser features a fashion show, activity stations, silent auction, and a tea market with vendors.
$30/person · 287-6308
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Spillit Center Stage: What I Bring with Chalkbeat Tennessee @ Epicenter
Saturday, February 1, from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Students coming from poverty and the adults working in the schools that they attend share an evening of true stories highlighting on the theme “What I Bring.” Spillit Memphis and Chalkbeat Tennessee co-host this special event sponsored by New Memphis and Teach901.
Free for educators. A donation of $10 is suggested for non-educators · Visit Eventbrite for details.
Memphis the Musical @ Playhouse on the Square
January 17 through February 8 - Thursday through Saturday, at 8 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m.
Playhouse on the Square (POTS) presents Memphis the Musical in the afterglow of Bicentennial Celebration of Memphis and Shelby County. This musical taking place on Beale Street shares the challenges Huey and Felicia face to keep their Rock and Roll live.
Go to POTS for details.
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Tuesdays at STAX: See. Touch. Ask. eXplore. @ Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m.
Stax History is Black History. Gather your family to explore with hands-on activities, objects from the archive on display, and soulful sounds all around.
Feb. 4: Acoustics and Acrostics.
Feb. 11: Fresh on the Zine.
Feb. 18: Integration, Segregation, and Crossover Success.
Feb. 25: (Black) History in the Making.
Free admission for Shelby County residents from 1-5 p.m. · 942-7685
The Play That Goes Wrong @ The Orpheum
February 5-9, Wednesday through Friday, 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 2 & 8 p.m. Sunday at 1 & 6:30 p.m.
Are you in for a laugh-out-loud comedy show? This classic murder mystery taking place at Haversham Manor brings a ton of fun to families at the Orpheum.
$25-$100 · 525-3000
Harriet Tubman @ BPACC
Sunday, February 9, at 2:30 p.m.
Get up-close with legendary hero Harriet Tubman as Janice, an American Griot portrays her and recounts the historic and courageous tales of freedom in this family show.
$15/adult. $10/child · 385-5588
Peace, Love, & Soul @ Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Thursday, February 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join for the first-ever youth Valentine's Night at the Stax! Features an indoor scavenger hunt, take-home creative projects and a DJ playing music in Studio A. Children decorate their own Valentine’s cookie for dessert. Light refreshments provided.
Free admission. RSVP required · 261-6338