🍄 Memphis Mushroom Festival
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, Nature Center
Friday-Sunday, November 3-5
Hey, fungi, ready to learn about the wild and wonderful world of mushrooms? Has Memphis got the thing for you! The Memphis Mushroom Festival is back with lectures, classes, cooking demos, nature forays, and more. You can spend a day at the fest or camp on site. Find out more here.
🏠Re-Opening of the Mallory-Neely House
Mallory-Neely House
Friday-Saturday, November 3-4, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
The Mallory-Neely House is back, baby! So go be nosy and take a tour of the house this weekend (or any upcoming weekend) at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $16.
đź“š Meet the Author: Liana Kangas
Novel
Friday, November 3, 6 p.m.
Some people like to read their movies, and some people like to visually consume their books. And for those people, we suggest graphic novels, like those illustrated by Memphis-based Liana Kangas. Kangas, for their part, is celebrating the launch of their recently released Mariko Between Worlds and will also sign their other illustrated books. Learn more about Kangas in this Flyer article here.
🎨 Broad Ave Art Walk 2023
Broad Avenue Arts District
Saturday, November 4, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Broad Avenue hosts another fun-filled and free fall festival, complete with more than 50 local artists and makers, a kids craft area, and fun activities such as live screen printing and aerial arts. Drink and food available for purchase. Admission is free.
🇯🇵 Memphis Japan Festival
Memphis Botanic Garden
Sunday, November 5, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Memphis Japan Festival is a fun, family-friendly, interactive, and hands-on experience of Japanese culture. The day includes traditional and contemporary Japanese music and dance, martial arts demonstrations, cultural lectures, arts and crafts, and so much more. Included in garden admission.
🧀 Memphis Grilled Cheese Fest
Hi Tone
Sunday, November 5, noon-4 p.m.
We know you’ll be cheesing at the Memphis Grilled Cheese Festival, where restaurants and cheese fans from all over Memphis will serve up bits of cheesy and gooey bites for your tasting pleasure. Sample grilled cheese goodness, both large and small made by local chefs, participating restaurants, and natural-born cheese lovers in an array of styles, and vote for your favorites. The festival will also have live music, a kids zone, an adult game zone, and an eating competition (sign up here). Tickets are $5 and benefit THRIVE Memphis. Find out more about the fest with this Memphis Flyer article.
🧪 Science Café
Abe Goodman Golf Clubhouse
Tuesday, November 7, 5:30 p.m.
Wind down from the workday by learning something new over drinks. Steve Reichling from the Memphis Zoo’s conservation and research department will share his unique perspective on the conservation of critically endangered species — during a happy hour at the Abe Goodman Golf Clubhouse. All are welcome; no previous science knowledge required, but registration is (register here). The suggested donation to attend is $5. The next Science Café is on December 5th and will touch on the evolutionary and physiological ecology of insects.
🍻 Yoga and Beer
Memphis Made Brewing Company
Wednesday, November 8, 5:30 p.m.
Relax with an all-levels yoga class, then enjoy a refreshing pint of cold beer. Tickets are $10.
🎶 She’s Giving
Memphis Listening Lab
Wednesday, November 8, 5:30 p.m.
This is a one-of-a-kind in-person gathering where inspiring women will come together to share their musical backgrounds, experiences, and knowledge. DJ Shai and DJ Dosie will bring the vibes to celebrate the power of women and their contributions to the music industry. Reserve your spot here.
There’s always something happening in Memphis. See a full calendar of events here.
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