Arts & Culture

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church to host 30th National Oratorial Festival

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Tuesday, June 4th, 8:06 am

The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Memphis is hosting the 30th National Oratorical Festival for teenagers June 7 - 9, 2013.

This year the festival will be coming to Memphis for the first time and will be held at the church facility. The event is called the "St. John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival" and is sponsored by the Department of Religious Education of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

The parishioners are exciting to be welcoming all of their out of town guests, including His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Archbishop of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, as well as Metropolitan Nicholas- Metropolitan of Detroit.

The Oratorical Festival is a program that invites youth in middle and senior high school to speak about their Faith, their Church and their heritage.

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Action News 5's Andrew Douglas cohost for Memphis Training Camp for Dads on June 15

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Monday, June 3rd, 9:22 am

The 3rd Annual Memphis Training Camp for Dads is scheduled for June 15th from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Fogelman Executive Center on the University of Memphis campus. This event is free and open to the public. Free parking and child care are also included.

The event celebrates fatherhood and is designed for those who are interested in learning ways to be the best father possible. The morning includes workshops and sessions followed by the Hall of Fame luncheon where Mayor Wharton will present awards to individuals who have been great fathers, role models, and patriarchs in our community. Action News 5's Andrew Douglas and Hallejuah FM's Michael Adrian Davis are Co-hosting the Hall of Fame luncheon.

To nominate a dad for a Hall of Fame award or to register go to www.memphistn.gov/fatherhood.

For more information email fatherhood@memphistn.gov or call 901.576.6507.

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Collierville's Sunset on the Square Concert Series Starts Thursday June 6th

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Monday, June 3rd, 8:27 am

The 22nd annual Main Street Collierville Sunset on the Square Summer Concert Series kicks off on June 6th.

Every year during June and July, Collierville residents as well as people throughout the region have come to know that Thursday nights is the time when you drop what you're doing, grab your lawn chairs and a picnic basket and head for the Town Square in Downtown Collierville Historic District.

Main Street Collierville has planned and organized this event for more than 20 years and has offered them to the public free of charge with the support of community partners and the Town of Collierville.

Entertainment line-up is posted on the Main Street Collierville website www.mainstreetcollierville.org

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Memphian Kris Thomas set to sing at Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Friday, May 24th, 9:15 am

Fresh off making into the Top 10 on NBC's The Voice, Kris Thomas will be singing the National Anthem when the Memphis Grizzlies host the San Antonio Spurs for Game 3 Saturday. He confirmed the news to Action News 5 Friday morning. Tipoff for Game 3 is set for 8pm Saturday May 25th

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Independence Day Celebration in the Town of Collierville

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Friday, May 17th, 8:21 am

Get ready for the 29th Annual Independence Day Celebration July 3, 2013 at H.W. Cox Park!

It begins at 6:00 P.M. with fireworks at 9:30 P.M.

It is a fun, festive and family friendly night!! Join your friends and neighbors for fun!

Call Sheila Moody at 901-457-2777 should you have any questions or need further information.

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The 5th Annual Symphony in the Garden in Collierville's Historic District

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Monday, May 6th, 7:16 am

The Germantown Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Ron Vernon, will provide a relaxing evening of entertainment in the beautiful rose garden at the home of Bob and Mary Jean Smith located in Collierville's lovely historic district. The seated concert features over 1,000 rose bushes as the backdrop for the symphony plus a wine reception. The rose gardens will be open for tours. All proceeds from this event benefit the Collierville Arts Council, a not-for-profit, tax exempt organizaton under IRC 501(c)3. Donations are also welcomed. Tickets are on sale now $25 & $35 a piece. They can be purchased at Banyan Tree Realtors, The Brooks Collection, and The Silver Caboose Restaurant.

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Collierville Youth Fishing Rodeo Is Back.

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Friday, April 26th, 7:59 am

Mark it down on your calendars May 11, 2013 at W.C. Johnson Park Lake.

Registration and check-In will begin at 8:00 a.m.

Fishing starts at 9am and at 11am is the weigh in (smaller children may start weigh in at 10:30).

The event is free for boys & girls ages 12 & under

Prizes and trophies will be awarded for winners in different age categories.

It's sponsored by Town of Collierville, TWRA, Abra Auto Body Shop, Strike King Lure, Fayette County Bass Club, Enterprise Rent-a-Car, and Epiphany Lutheran Men's Group.

Please Sheila Moody at 901-457-2777 for more information.