WHAT’S HAPPENING
Whether you’re looking for a date-night idea or entertainment for the kids, check out our local event listings.
Memphis
The 31st annual “Bowlin’ on the River” Bowl-A-Thon will be Feb. 20-21 and Feb. 27-28 at Winchester Bowl, FunQuest Lanes, Billy Hardwick’s All Star Lanes and Strike Zone Lanes. Teams of five are asked to raise $350 and each member will receive a T-shirt. All funds raised benefit Junior Achievement of Memphis. Reserve lanes by contacting Cody Fletcher at 901-507-2068 or cfletcher@jamemphis.org.
Arlington
The Sam T. Wilson Public Library, 11968 Walker St., will host genealogy classes each Saturday in February, from noon to 1 p.m. Program is free and all participants need to know is their parents names. Call 901-867-1954.
Bartlett
The Bartlett City Beautiful Commission hosts “Bartlett Gardening University,” a seven-part series of garden talks open to the public. All presentations will be provided by master gardeners and held at the Bartlett Library, 5884 Stage, each Saturday at 2:30 p.m., through February. Contact Tom Rieman at 901-3867539 or thrieman@aol.com. Saturday: Master Gardener Genie Ashworth, “Backyard Critters.” Presentation focuses on how to deal with animals that share our backyards.
Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center, 3663 Appling Road, hosts An Evening with Groucho, starring Frank Ferrante, at 8 p.m. Saturday. The award-winning actor/director/playwright recreates his acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in this fast-paced 90 minutes of hilarity. Ferrante portrays the young Groucho of stage and film and reacquaints us with the likes of brothers Harpo, Chico, Zeppo and Gummo. Tickets are $25. Visit bpacc.org or call 901385-6440. The City of Bartlett presents its annual Valentine’s Day 5K/10K Run Saturday at Grace Presbyterian Church, 6671 Yale Road. Couples Sweetheart Division for 10K only; a team consists of two members (one male and one female). Cost is $20 for individuals, $30 for couples during pre-registration through Friday. Day of race costs are $25/35. Call 901-385-5593.
Bartlett United Methodist Church, 5676 Stage, hosts the St. Olaf Choir Thursday, from 7:30-9:30 p.m. The world-renowned St. Olaf Choir and conductor Anton Armstrong present a concert featuring sacred and secular masterpieces, as well as works for chorus and grand pipe organ. Cost is $10-30. Email music@stolaf.edu, visit stolafchoir.com or call 800-363-5487.
Collierville
Tea for Tinnitus is Thursday, from 1-2:30 p.m., at City Hall Cheesecake, 114 North Main Street. Come and learn what can be done for someone with tinnitus as you enjoy coffee, tea and delicious cheesecake. Dr. Casie Keaton of Thrive Hearing & Tinnitus Solutions will present information and answer questions. Visit thrivehearingcare.com or call 901-316-8851.
The Collierville Library, 501 Poplar View Parkway, presents A Friend’s Valentine Puppet Show, Thursday, from 5-6 p.m. The Collierville Burch Puppeteers present a Friend’s Valentine Puppet Show, featuring “Witch’s Valentine” and “The Lion and the Mouse.” Come enjoy the show and then make a Valentine craft. For ages 3-8. Visit colliervillelibrary.org or call 901457-2600. Also coming up:
■ Saturday: Anti-Valentine’s Day Party, 1-3 p.m. Celebrate the love for yourself with a hot chocolate bar, anti-Valentine’s Pinata and more. For ages 12-18.
■ Saturday: Take a Practice ACT, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Take a full-length practice ACT to get ready for test day and improve your score. Make sure to bring pencils and calculators. For grades 9-12. Registration required.
■ Monday: Beatin’ Path Rhythm Events presents a multimedia learning extravaganza through various world folktales, 2-2:45 p.m. Children encouraged to participate through drumming, acting and using their voices. All ages. No registration required.
Cordova
The Cordova Library, 8457 Trinity Road, hosts Tunes &Tales with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn about string instruments — violins, violas, cellos and basses. Listen to music and share the story “The Man with the Violin,” by Kathy Stinson. Then make a musical instrument to take home. All ages. No registration required. Call 901-415-2764.
Covenant United Methodist Church, 8350 Walnut Grove, hosts the USA Dance Valentine Ball Saturday, from 7-10 p.m. Romantic recorded music for your dancing pleasure, including dance mixers. Cost is $10 for members, $13 nonmembers. Visit usadancememphis.com or call 662-349-3720 or 901-853-1413. L’Ecole Culinaire, 1245 N. Germantown, hosts Sizzle and Spice Class Friday, from 6-9 p.m. Heat up the kitchen with culinary aphrodisiacs such as lobster, asparagus, mushrooms and Champagne. Includes instruction, three course meal and wine. Cost is $95. Visit lecole. edu or call 1-888-860-7270. Also coming up:
■ Saturday: Date Night In Spain Cooking Class, 6-9 p.m. Bring someone you love to enjoy this unique palate influenced by a rich cultural history. Includes instruction, three course meal and Spanish wine. Cost is $95. Barnes & Noble, 2774 N. Germantown, hosts Costume Storytime: Curious George Visits Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Welcome Curious George to the store. Read “Happy Valentine’s Day, Curious George” and make fun valentines. Free to attend. Email crm2822@bn.com or call 901-386-2468.
Chuckles Comedy Club, 1770 Dexter Springs Loop, will host LOL Memphis Sketch & Improv Comedy Show the second and fourth Monday of every month, from 7-9 p.m. Featuring improv games and sketch parodies. Cast members perform small sets throughout the show to introduce what’s coming next. Tickets are $10. Email lolmemphis10@gmail.com, visit chucklescomedyhouse.com or call 901-654-8594. Also coming up:
■ This weekend: Comedian, Jammin Jay Lamont, for six shows. Times are 8 p.m. Thursday, 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 8 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $25.
Germantown
Germantown Performing Arts Center, 1801 Exeter, hosts the ArtSavvy Jazz Series: “Note by Note” documentary screening, from 7-8 p.m. today. Follows the creation of a Steinway concert grand from forest floor to concert hall. Candid interviews with pianists including Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Harry Connick, Jr. and Marcus Roberts. Free with reservation. Email boxoffice@ gpacweb.com, visit gpacweb.com or call 901-751-7500. Also coming up:
■ Friday: Germantown Symphony Orchestra: Music for a Romantic Getaway, 7 p.m.
■ Saturday: Marcus Roberts and the Modern Jazz Gen
eration, 8-9:45 p.m. Together with the Modern Jazz Generation, a 12-piece ensemble, Roberts represents the next generation of jazz greats. Tickets are $35 and up.
■ Saturday: PB&J presents: Abule Fan Music and Dance, 9:30-10:15 and 10:30-11:15 a.m. Traditional African diasporic culture education through music, song, dance, and storytelling. Tickets are $8.
Germantown Community Theatre, 3037 Forest HillIrene, presents “Love Letters,” a two person show based on one of A.R. Gurney’s most beloved works. A fiftyyear love affair carried out through the art of the pen. Shows are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $24. Visit gctcomeplay.org.
The Germantown Community Library, 1925 Exeter Road, presents Southern Gardening: Attracting the Eastern Bluebird, at 6:30 p.m. today. Join speaker Joanne Watson from the Memphis Area Master Gardeners to learn about gardening and attracting local wildlife in the Mid-South. Free to attend. Pre-registration required. Visit germantown-library.org or call 901-7577323. Coming up:
■ Wednesday: Open Craft Tables: Handmade Val
entines, 5-7 p.m. Kids, teens and adults are invited to drop in to create a craft in the center of the library. While supplies last. Free to attend. Pre-registration not required. The Pickering Center, 7771 Poplar Pike, hosts Adult
Valentine Dance Friday, from 7-10 p.m. Dance the night away to classic tunes as Alex Ward and his Pig and Whistle Show provide record-spinning entertainment. Soft drinks and appetizers are served. Alcohol is prohibited. Tickets are $15. Contact Michelle McDonnell at 901-757-7382 or mmcdonnell@Germantown-TN.gov.
Lakeland
Don’t miss the Valentine’s Luncheon, Friday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Lakeland Senior Center, 4527 Canada Road. For more information, or to RSVP, email mparker@lakelandtn.org or call 901-746-8195.