The Ronald McDonald House of Memphis Needs Your Help!

According to an article on MyFOXMemphis.com, the Ronald McDonald House of Memphis is need now more than ever. With the recent rough economic period, the cupboards of the Ronald McDonald House have come up bare. Every day the House serves food to up to 51 families completely free of charge. Where does this food come from? The food as well as the vast majority... [Read more...]
Keep your Dog Healthy in the Memphis Heat

Just like humans like to lay out in the hot sun, so do our dogs. Sometimes in the grass, sometimes on hot driveways. Either way, it's important we properly prepare them for the long Summer days ahead. Did you know dogs can get sun cancer? Protect your pooch from overexposure with UVA and UVB blocking sunscreen, made especially for dogs. Try Nutri-Vet... [Read more...]

Live theater helps us to enjoy a sense of community as we engage in the rich variety of situations—comedic, tragic, and everything in between. We sit and enjoy a performance with a diversity of people and cultures within our community. Live theater binds us together and helps us understand both our commonalities and our differences a little better. Playhouse... [Read more...]
Notes on an Artist: Ray Lamontagne at The Orpheum
Ray Lamontagne has become a cult favorite on the music scene with his soothing voice and creative lyrics. The star will be at The Orpheum, about 20 minutes from your front door at Madison Humphreys Center Apartments, on November 10, but there are a few things you need to know before attending. I went to see Ray Lamontagne ("Ray") when he played with David... [Read more...]
Fuller Fest 2010 at T.O. Fuller State Park
Hey MHC! What are you doing this weekend? If you need something to do, hop in your car and travel about 30 minutes west to Fuller Fest 2010! There is so much going on at Fuller Fest that it's amazing that they fit everything in, in just one day! On August 7th, 2010 at T.O. Fuller State Park, you'll be privy to a golf tournament, antique and classic... [Read more...]
The 8th annual Main Street West Memphis Taste of the Town
What would Memphis be like without food festivals? That's easy: a supremely skinny city that has some of the best music in the nation. :) Luckily for you, Memphis is filled with food festivals, and tomorrow is no different. Tomorrow, August 3rd at the Southland Greyhound Park-Kennel Club from 6:30 to 9 pm will be the 8th Annual Main Street West Memphis Taste... [Read more...]
Volunteer @ The 18th Annual Wolfpack Triathlon
Hey MHC! The 18th Annual Wolfpack Triathlon is taking place on August 15th at Shelby Farms, and they need volunteers! The 18th Annual Wolfpack Triathlon is a 1/4 mile swim, 5 mile mountain bike ride, and 2.5 mile trail run. I'm cringing just as I'm typing it! But for those that are very athletic, this could be the run for you. Well, Shelby Farms... [Read more...]
Hey MHC! Lace up your running shoes because it's time for a run! This Saturday is the 14th annual Gibson Guitar 5K Run-Walk benefiting St. Patrick Learning Center, Inc. Now, I've never been a big fan of running, but if I could do a power walk or light jog, I'll be alright. You know what, scratch the light jog...I'll just walk. :) But if running... [Read more...]
Grab Your Friends! It’s the Cajun Crawfish Catfish Festival
Hey Madison Humphreys Center! You know that when it comes to the best food in the nation, Memphis never fails to deliver. However, this festival isn’t all BBQ centered. It’s the Cajun Catfish and Crawfish Festival! It all goes down TODAY from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Cajun Catfish Company in East Memphis, 1616 Sycamore View to be exact. Luckily... [Read more...]
Join the Wolf River Conservancy this Sunday as they host the 4th Annual "Ride the Germantown Wolf River Greenway". Israel and the Germantown Parks Dept have been, along with other sponsors, organizing and funding this fun bike ride to benefit the Wolf River Conservancy. After the ride they will have burgers and fruit. Early registrants will get... [Read more...]

