Black History Month
Afro-Latino Week, join Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group to experience the Afro-Latino culture and music on Facebook Live. Free-$10. Wednesday-Saturday, February 24-27. Online from Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group, facebook.com/Cazateatro. 846-5640.
Reader Meet Writer: Fatima Shaik, the author will talk about Economy Hall: The Hidden History of a Free Black Brotherhood via Zoom. Free with registration. Thursday, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. Online from Novel, novelmemphis.com. 922-5526.
Talk at Two: "Impressionism, Post Impressionism and the Black Model," Heather Nickels will explore several works in the Dixon Gallery and Gardens' collection, highlighting the presence and absence of Black artists and subjects. Free with registration. Sunday, February 28, 2 p.m. Online from The Dixon Gallery & Gardens, dixon.org. 761-5250.
Virtual Black History Speech Series: “Say It Loud,” free Black history series featuring well-known locals portraying historical figures with an introduction by other well-known locals. Visit the website for the full online series. Free. February 23 and 25, 6 p.m. Online from Hattiloo Theatre, hattiloo.org.
“SANKOFA!,” exhibition celebrating Black History Month recognizing Memphis creative legends for their achievements and integral roles in shaping the fabric of Memphis and the world. Free. February 1-28. FireHouse Community Arts Center, 985 S. Bellevue. memphisblackarts.org. 948-9522.
Levitt Shell Virtual Black History Month Series, featuring concerts from the archives including Rhodes Jazz featuring Joyce Cobb, and Occupy the Shell. Free. Saturday, February 20 and 27, 7:30 p.m. levittshell.org.
Stax Virtual Tour, museum tour, interviews, and live musical performances sharing the history of Stax Records and Memphis music through those who lived it and continue to be impacted by its legacy. Free with registration. February 10-28. Online from Stax, staxmusem.com. 946-2535.
Get On Up, based on the life story of the Godfather of Soul, James Brown. $15. Tuesday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m. Malco Paradiso Cinema, 584 S. Mendenhall and Collierville Grill, 380 Market. 682-1754.
Women's History Month
"Queens," an exhibition of photo-realistic portraits of empowered women by Becca Hand. The series draws inspiration from traditional playing card iconography. Free. March 1-31. Eclectic Eye, 242 S. Cooper. 276-3937.
WE Consign, featuring a large selection of furniture, rugs, crystal, sterling silver, antiques, and other treasures benefiting the Woman's Exchange of Memphis. Free. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Continues through April 16. Woman's Exchange Art Gallery, 88 Racine. 327-5681.
"Power and Absence: Women in Europe," exhibition explores the representation of women in Europe from around 1500 to 1680, known as the Renaissance and Early Baroque period. Ongoing. Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, 1934 Poplar. 544-6209.
Write Your Own Story, a virtual leadership conference bringing together hundreds of women from across the Mid-South and beyond for a virtual event focused on empowering women. $30. Thursday, February 25, 3-6 p.m. Online from Junior League of Memphis, jlmwriteyourownstory.org. 550-8319.
"Bold Women Change History: The Women of Elmwood, Part One," Kim Bearden tells the story of the women who are at rest in Elmwood Cemetery via Zoom. Each of them has a unique story to tell. $10. Thursday, March 11, 6 p.m. Online from Elmwood Cemetery, elmwoodcemetery.org. 774-3212.
"Bold Women Change History: Women of Elmwood, Part Two," online talk celebrating the marvelous history that Memphis women made happen presented by Kim Bearden via Zoom. $10. Thursday, March 18, 6 p.m. Online from Elmwood Cemetery, elmwoodcemetery.org. 774-3212.
Nominations for Memphis Parent Mom of the Year, nominate a mom who makes you smile. Prizes include $1000 orthodontic work for the child and teeth whitening for Mom from Saddle Creek Orthodontics. Submit a nomination online. The winner will be announced in the May issue. Through Feb. 28. memphisparent.com.
Family Fun
Photo by Flickr user Catyack Photography
Kitten Shower, Memphis Animal Services
Coming this spring — kittens. Lots and lots of kittens. MAS is giving them a shower and you're invited.
Kitten Shower, get ready for kitten season featuring feline trivia with prizes and a raffle for a foster kitten starter kit. Gift registry for the incoming bundles of joy on Amazon. Free. Sunday, Feb. 21, 1 p.m. RSVP for this virtual event by emailing mas@memphistn.gov with the names of each attendee, and you'll receive an email with login info. memphisanimalservices.com.
Iris Orchestra Virtual Concerts, performed to an empty house at the Germantown Performing Arts Center and filmed for on-demand virtual viewing. These "strings only" performances can be viewed by reservation. $15. Saturday-Sunday, February 20-21. Online from Iris Orchestra, irisorchestra.org.
Soup Sunday, choose to experience the event in the comfort of your home or through various meal package dine-in options at participating restaurants benefiting Youth Villages. Visit the website for details. $150 family meal package. Saturday-Sunday, February 27-28. Online from Youth Villages, youthvillages.org. 252-7600.
Arbor Day Celebration, celebrates Memphis City Beautiful’s 90th anniversary and Plant the Town Red campaign, a reading of the Mayor’s proclamation, tree planting demonstration, tree giveaway, and a tour of the trees at MBG. Free. Friday, March 5, 10 a.m. Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry. 636-4100.
CUBA: Journey to The Heart of The Caribbean, through the eyes of Cuban artists, historians, and scientists, the film provides an intimate look at this vivacious island nation. $10. Wednesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m. & 4 p.m. Continues through March 28. CTI 3D Giant Theater In the Memphis Pink Palace Museum, 3050 Central. 636-2362.
“Dinosaurs in Motion,” interactive STEAM experience featuring 14 recycled metal dinosaur sculptures with exposed mechanics inspired by actual fossils. Visitors are invited to touch and learn. $15. Opens Saturday, January 30, and continues through May 2. Memphis Pink Palace Museum, 3050 Central. 636-2362.
“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer,” families will be transported to the underground home of the crime-fighting heroes to see what really happens in their secret hideaway featuring hands-on experiences. Free with Museum admission. Ongoing. Children's Museum of Memphis, 2525 Central. cmom.com. 458-2678.
Health and Education
Bodine Bash: Through Their Eyes, the annual auction will be held online and restaurant partners will offer specials benefiting Bodine School. Visit the website for more information. Free to bid. February 21-27. Online from Bodine School, bodineschool.org. 754-1800.
Advocacy Nuts and Bolts, attend online informative sessions by local experts, for parents; Know The Laws, Testing, Diagnosis, and the RTI process, and Parents as Advocates. Moderated by Gay Landaiche and Pam DeMato. $30 for all sessions. Thursdays, 6-7:15 p.m. through February 25. Online from Bodine School, bodineschool.org. 754-1800.
Lenten Preaching and Waffle Shop, Enjoy speakers and musicians for free. Food will be sold from the Waffle Shop through pre-orders and take-out food. Wednesdays, Fridays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 12 & 5:15-6:15 p.m. Continues through March 26. Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second and online from calvarymemphis.org. 525-6602.
Laughter Yoga, join Baptist Cancer Center on Zoom for a unique combination of breathing, fluid movements, and voluntary laughing to make you happier and healthier. Free. First Monday of every month, 6 p.m., Second Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m., and Fourth Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. Continues through December 23. Online from baptistcancercenter.org.
Slow Your Roll Saturday Morning Meditation, Church Health, join mindfulness and meditation teacher Greg Graber for a meditation session in the Church Health Meditation Garden. No sign-up is required. Masks are a must. Free. Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.
For a full listing, check out our calendar of events. Also, check the Memphis Parent Facebook Page for information and giveaways. Be sure to tag your favorite family-fun Instagram photos with the #memphisparent hashtag. I hope you have a great week.