Nerd Nite
Memphis Chess Club
Friday, July 19, 7 p.m.
Nerds, it’s time to nerd out about birds and synthesizers (what else?). Danny Stanford, a multi-instrumentalist musician, will give a primer in electronic sound, and Cameron Rutt, a conservation biologist, will talk about mixed-species flocks of birds. Show up, drink beer, and learn. Sounds like a poppin’ Friday night. Seriously. I’m not being sarcastic. Nerd on!
Shrek Rave
Growlers
Friday, July 19, 9 p.m.
Somebody once told me the world is gonna roll me. I ain’t the sharpest tool in the shed, but I was looking for something dumb to do and Growlers had this Shrek Rave going on. What is it? I don’t know. But you’ll never know if you don’t go. You’ll never shine if you don’t glow. Tix are $15 to $25.
Artist Talks for “MANE” and “Hidden Gems”
Crosstown Concourse
Saturday, July 20, 2 p.m.
Crosstown Arts presents the Artist Talks for “MANE” and “Hidden Gems” exhibitions, moderated by Shahidah Jones and francis, the Truman. There will also be a performance by spoken-word artist Matt Esteis (Strength in Words). In “MANE,” Memphis artists expose their experiences with Southern vernacular, while “Hidden Gems” includes artists with modest visibility and offers them an opportunity to show up and be uncovered.
Asian Night Market
Tiger Lane
Saturday, July 20, 3-11 p.m.
Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of Asia right here in the city. Enjoy authentic and delicious Asian street food, vibrant cultural performances, and unique experiences. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Read more about the market here.
Movies & Brews: Close Encounters of the Third Kind
Museum of Science & History
Saturday, July 20, 5:30 p.m.
Let’s go to the movies! Let’s go see the stars … or, rather, UFOs … ’cause MoSH is screening Close Encounters of the Third Kind as part of its Movies and Brews series. Before the movie, you can enjoy Hampline brews and socializing, plus a pre-show film showcasing the career of master Hollywood special effects artist Greg Jein. Tickets are $23 and can be purchased here. (And, hey, if you’ve never seen Close Encounters, you’re not alone. Check out Chris McCoy’s “Never Seen It” where Ben Siler describes his first time watching it.)
You Look Like
Hi Tone
Saturday, July 20, 9-11 p.m.
“You look like Midtown women love you and not just because they have 100 cat boxes to fill.” That’s what Katrina Coleman told me back when we interviewed them about the revival of the monthly comedy show, You Look Like, where comedians go back and forth roasting each other with “You Look Like” jokes. This show is a big deal ’cause You Look Like is turning 9 years old this month. Tickets are $10 in advance, and $15 at the door. 21+.
Library Love Is Permanent
Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library
Monday, July 22, noon-8 p.m.
Like tattoos? Like libraries? Hit two birds with one literary/book-themed tat. Tattoos will be $100 (unless otherwise specified), and tips are encouraged. Tattoos will be given on a first come, first served basis. There will also be henna, temporary tattoos, live music, food trucks, an open-mic time for sharing tattoo stories, and so much more. Proceeds go to the Memphis Public Libraries.
Whet Thursdays: Furever Friends
Metal Museum
Thursday, July 25, 5-8 p.m.
Get whet at the Metal Museum’s free after-hours event with live entertainment, demonstrations by metalsmiths, and admission to the museum. This Thursday, you can meet the pups from Team Memphis Rescue and Support, play with them, and see if you find one that is a good fit for you and your family. The Tipsy Tumbler and MemPops will be on-hand as well. (Do not bring your pets to this event; it is an adoption event only.)
There’s always something happening in Memphis. See a full calendar of events here.
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