Calendar
International Rock-A-Billy Music Festival
4/9/2010 - 4/10/2010
Induction ceremonies of the pioneers of Rock-A-Billy. Performances by the following: Narvel Felts, Carl Mann, Little David Wilkins, Double Edge, John Sutton & Highway 70 Band, Britt Brothers, and Red, Hot and Blue Band.
Visit www.rockabillyhall.org or call 731.265.1841.
Unnecessary Farce by the Jackson Theatre Guild
4/15/2010 - 4/18/2010
7:30 pm
The Jackson Theatre Guild brings this comedic play featuring cops and crooks to the Ned McWherter Cultural Arts Center.
Tickets range from $8 - $15. For more information visit www.jtgonline.com or call 731.425.8396.
18th Annual Bunny Run
4/16/2010 - 4/18/2010
Jackson Fairgrounds Park
Hosted by Jackson Rod & Custom, attend the 18th annual car show featuring over 400 cars. Proceeds to benefit United Way's Christmas Partners serving underpriviledged children.
Call 427.1677 for more information.
Andrew Jackson Marathon
4/17/2010
7:00 am, Union University
Lace up your shoes for the marathon, half marathon and 5K race.
Registration varies between $15 and $50. For more information visit http://www.andrewjacksonmarathon.com/ or call 731.668.4000
Dutch Garden's Spring Fling Festival
4/17/2010 - 4/18/2010
Dutch Garden Center, Humboldt
Just in time for spring, workshops, activities, along with a sale on plants, trees and other items.
For more information visit http://www.dutchgardencenter.com/ or call 731.784.9494.
Breaking The Silence - Yates Foundation Gala
4/17/2010
7:00 pm, Flatiron Grille
The Yates Foundation and West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation will hold the 3rd annual Gala until midnight.
For ticket information, call West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation at 731-984-2140.
Roy L. White Legacy Gala
4/19/2010
6:00 pm, Carl Perkins Civic Center
Union University welcomes All-American quarterback Tim Tebow to Jackson.
For more information visit http://www.uu.edu/events/golfandgala/ or call 731.661.5050.
Roy L. White Legacy Golf Tournament
4/19/2010
9:00 am, Jackson Country Club Golf Course
For more information visithttp://www.uu.edu/events/golfandgala/ or call 731.661.5050.
Art In The Village Art Festival
4/24/2010
10:00 am until 5:00 pm
See artists at work with painting, pottery demonstrations, drawing portraits and more at the Casey Jones Village!
Over 23 artists will feature their beautiful one of a kind art pieces.
To learn more about Art In The Village visit www.caseyjones.com or call the gallery at 616.8083.
Old Country Store Celebrates 45 Years!
4/24/2010 - 4/30/2010
2010 marks the 45th Anniversary of the Old Country Store founded by Brooks & Anne Shaw. Join them for a variety of events in celebration of their anniversary.
Visit www.caseyjones.com or call 731.668.1223.
Mercy For The Orphan 5K
4/24/2010
8:00 am, West Tennessee Farmers Market
Raising funds to support Lee and Lili Tankersley in adopting a child from Russia. Registration at 8 am, Race at 9 a.m. $20 registration fee, $10 student rate. Additional donations accepted. $5 T-shirts.
Registration forms available at mercyfortheorphan.blogspot.com or call 731-616-3872.
March of Dimes Walk
4/25/2010
2:00 pm, Pringles Park
The March of Dimes Annual walking event to raise funds to stop premature births, birth defects and infant mortality. Teams, families, and individuals can sign up and help raise needed funds to insure that all babies are born healthy.
For information visit http://www.marchofdimes.com/tennessee/43478_62963.asp or contact the March of Dimes office at 731-668-1023
30th Annual Trenton Teapot Festival
4/25/2010 - 5/1/2010
Trenton
Numerous events highlight this weeklong festival celebrating the largest collection of antique night light teapots.
For more information visit http://www.teapotcollection.com/285640.ihtml or call 731.855.2013.
West Tennessee Jazz Festival
4/28/2010
Lambuth University
Featuring high school jazz ensembles from across West Tennessee.
For more information visit http://www.lambuth.edu/ or call 731.424.7077.
Picadilly Circus
4/28/2010
4:30 & 7:30 pm, Oman Arena
The circus is coming to town! Complimentary childrens' tickets, with the purchae of an adult admission, will be distributed throughout the community prior to the event.
For more information visit www.TheFunCircus.com.
73rd West Tennessee Strawberry Festival
5/2/2010 - 5/8/2010
Humboldt
Humboldt and our West Tennessee neighbors are proud to have ownership in one of the longest successful running festivals. Each year thousands of festival attendees look forward to the many exciting festival events including fireworks, music, BBQ Cook off, horse show, 5k & 10k races, Christian concert, pet parades, beauty pageants and parades.
For more information visit http://www.wtsf.org/index.html.
Big Orange Caravan
5/4/2010
11:00 am, University of Tennessee, 605 Airways
Now entering its 21st year, the Caravan includes appearances by coaches such as Coach Derek Dooley, Coach Bruce Pearl, Coach Pat Summitt and Bob Kesling.
Admimssion is $15. For more information visit http://alumni.tennessee.edu/chapters/caravan.shtml or call 865.974.1215.
Red Hot Jazz Benefit
5/8/2010
Lafayette Building, 315 Lafayette Street
Jackson Area Chapter of The American Red Cross benefit featuring Memphis based jazz artist Joyce Cobb. Cobb is known as one Memphis' great musical artists and has been called "Best Female Singer" by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences.
Tickets for the dinner and entertainment are $85 per seat / $600 for a table of eight. For more information visit www.redcrossjac.org or call 731.427.5533.
The James Gregory Show
5/14/2010
Ned R. McWherter West Tennessee Cultural Arts Center
For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of veteran comedian James Gregory has entertained with rib-tickling storytelling at its best.
Admission ranges from $28 to $35. For more information email thened@cityofjackson.net or call 866.262.8867.
Relay For Life
5/14/2010 - 5/15/2010
Jackson Fairgrounds Park
For more information visit http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=22621 or call 731.664.4663.
46th West Tennessee Antique Car Club
5/15/2010
9:00 am until 3:00 pm, Courthouse Square Downtown Jackson
Awards in over 24 classes featuring antique, modified and classic cars and trucks. Hosted by the West Tennessee Antique Car Club.
To learn more contact Jerry Griggs, 731.668.2863 or Dennis Martin,731.427.6633.
Bemis Days
5/21/2010 - 5/22/2010
Tour the historic museum as you experience 110 years of history. Events kick off on Friday at 5:00 pm, and Saturday at 9:00 am.
Visit www.bemishistoricalsociety.com for more information.
May Pops Featuring Ronnie McDowell
5/27/2010
7:30 pm, Carl Perkins Civic Center
Known for his riveting stage presence, genuine warmth and international recognition with “The King is Gone” tribute to Elvis Presley, Ronnie McDowell will perform his top hits including "Older Women," "You're Gonna Ruin My Bad Reputation,” It's Only Make Believe” and many more.
For more information visit www.thejacksonsymphony.org or call 731.427.6440.
Shannon Street Blues & Heritage Festival
6/4/2010 - 6/5/2010
West Tennessee Farmers Market
For more information visit http://www.downtownjackson.com/experience/bluesfest/ or call 731.427.7573.
Fall Folklore Jamboree
10/16/2010
West Tennessee Agricultural Museum
More than 100 traditional folk artists, musicians and demonstrators cover the grounds. They demonstrate now rare 19th century skills like weaving, knitting, wood carving, blacksmithing, plus more.
Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children 3-12, and free for age 2 and under. For more information visit http://milan.tennessee.edu/ or call 731.686.8067
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