Events

Mayor Luttrell continues family life series with Just Care Family Network

Submitted by Jerica Phillips, JCFN Social Marketing Coordinator

Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013, 12:14pm

Mayor Luttrell continues family life series with Just Care Family Network

Shelby County Government continues to partner with faith-based organizations and other groups to host Mayor Mark Luttrell’s Family Life Series. Representatives from Shelby County Government and other agencies will speak at Keel Avenue Baptist Church during a five month series of presentations.

On May 16, the CDC issued its first comprehensive report on children's mental health describing federal activities that track children’s mental disorders in the United States.

Tonight’s series, led by Just Care Family Network Executive Director Dr. Altha Stewart, will aim at “Helping Children and Youth Affected by Crime and Violence”

“Just Care Family Network is honored to be a part of this series.

Memphis residents released balloons with messages of hope at a recent Just Care Family Network community block party during awareness month

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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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Free family entertainment at Carriage Crossing

Submitted by Bernadette Davis, Freelance Writer

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 5:16pm

Free family entertainment at Carriage Crossing

The 5th Annual Fridays at Carriage Crossing takes place Friday nights in May through September. Susan Eads, General Manager of Carriage Crossing, said “Carriage Crossing is always looking for ways to serve the community,” and “Movie Mania and Fridays at Carriage Crossing gives families a free entertainment option where they can spend time together in a safe and fun environment.”

The movie lineup for the free event includes, Disney’s “Brave”, Dr. Seuss “The Lorax”, “Wreck-It Ralph”, “The Lion King” and “Despicable Me”. In June a rotating schedule of live entertainment and movies will be available.

Customers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the entertainment located in Central Park. Click here to read more about the free family event.

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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 to host prayer ceremony Thursday

Submitted by Kelsey Jacobson, Digital Content Director / WMCTV.COM

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 11:47am

Collierville to host prayer ceremony Thursday

(WMC-TV) - The Town of Collierville is planning a prayer ceremony for Thursday, May 2, in front of Town Hall.

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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.

Mason Gay, Ben McCrary, Autumn Morrison, Race Stewart 1st place in their age category

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Help Greg Graber "ROCK" through his ultra-marathon and support Lausanne

Submitted by Andrew Douglas on Friday, April 12th, 7:06 am

Mr. Greg Graber is the Head of the Middle School at Lausanne and he will be running an ultra-marathon in Frisco, Missouri on April 27. He needs encouragement to complete this grueling 31.06 mile (50K) run.

You can help Mr. Graber be a "Rock Star" and support this year's auction "Lausanne Rocks!" The form below will help people sign up so they can support him by giving one dollar or more per mile. For example, if you sponsor $1 per mile, $31 will benefit the auction!

Here's the link to help him run.

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