08 / 18
Start: 3:12 pm
The clock is ticking on that bathing suit body. Sign up today for Energy Fitness’s 30-minute bikini boot camp. 901.523.2348 or energymemphis.com
| ||
08 / 19
Start: 10:00 pm
End: 10:59 pm
Coco Chanel, the revolutionary designer who liberated women from centuries of corsets with simple, menswear inspired fashions, was born 125 years ago today. “The most courageous act is still to think for yourself. Aloud.”
| ||
08 / 20
| ||
08 / 21
| ||
08 / 22
| ||
08 / 23
Start: 3:14 pm
Meet Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund, and hear her tell the story of her battle with anorexia at the opening of a new location of the Transformation Center for Women, a nationally accredited outpatient program that treats anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating. Call 901.831.4168 or transformationwomen.com
| ||
08 / 24
| ||
08 / 25
| ||
08 / 26
Start: 10:00 pm
End: 10:59 pm
Today is Women’s Equality Day or Susan B. Anthony Day—it’s the 88th anniversary of the passing of the 19th amendment to the Constitution, allowing women the right to vote.
Start: 10:00 pm
End: 10:59 pm
Today is also the 73rd birthday of Geraldine Ferraro, the first and only (so far) female Vice Presidential candidate for a major political party. In 1984 Walter Mondale selected her as his running mate in the campaign against Ronald Reagan. She went on to serve as a U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Commission of Human Rights under President Clinton’s administration, and also worked on Hillary Clinton’s campaign.
| ||
08 / 27
| ||
08 / 28
| ||
08 / 29
| ||
08 / 30
Start: 3:31 pm
Hear legendary songstress and 70’s icon Chaka Khan perform for every woman tonight at the Orpheum Theatre. 901.523.3000 or orpheum-memphis.com
| ||
08 / 31
| ||
09 / 1
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:59 am
“I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody.” Today is the birthday of outspoken feminist, comedian, and actress, Lily Tomlin.
| ||
09 / 2
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:59 am
Liliuokalani, the last sovereign queen of Hawaii, was born on this day in 1838.
| ||
09 / 3
| ||
09 / 4
Start: 8:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
Take advantage of the opportunity to get a free check-up on your cardiovascular health. The Vascular Access centers of Memphis are offering PAD (peripheral arterial disease) screenings free of charge today in conjunction with the Society of Interventional Radiology’s Legs for Life Program. 901.725.7025 or legsforlife.org for more info.
Start: 1:29 pm
Help every child to say “I love you” at the Memphis Oral School for the Deaf benefit, featuring Justin Osmond and local kids on the violin. Call 901.758.0228 or mosdkids.org
Start: 1:32 pm
The Memphis Women’s Soccer Association fall season starts tonight at Mike Rose Soccer Complex. To find out what team you qualify for, call 901.788.GOAL (4625) or memphiswomenssoccer.org
| ||
09 / 5
| ||
09 / 6
Start: 11:00 am
Get style tips and tricks from fashion advisor Clinton Kelly when he stops in to Macy’s at Oak Court Mall today to review what not to wear. 901.766.4144 or email monica.hudson@macys.com for details.
Start: 1:47 pm
Start: 09/06/2008 - 13:47
End: 09/07/2008 - 13:47
Where else is the annual “Running of the Weenies” dachshund race the highlight of the weekend but at the Germantown Festival? Yeah, there are crafts and food and free admission, too. 901.757.9212 or gtownfestival@aol.com
| ||
09 / 7
End: 1:47 pm
Start: 09/06/2008 - 13:47
End: 09/07/2008 - 13:47
Where else is the annual “Running of the Weenies” dachshund race the highlight of the weekend but at the Germantown Festival? Yeah, there are crafts and food and free admission, too. 901.757.9212 or gtownfestival@aol.com
| ||
09 / 8
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:59 am
“Sitting around the house playing the wife and mother is driving me crazy.” Singer Patsy Cline’s birthday is today.
| ||
09 / 9
| ||
09 / 10
| ||
09 / 11
| ||
09 / 12
Start: 1:51 pm
Happy Feelings are sure to fill the air when soul legends Maze featuring Frankie Beverly perform for Memphis fans at the Orpheum Theatre tonight. ticketmaster.com or 901.525.1515
Start: 1:53 pm
Start: 09/12/2008 - 13:53
End: 09/14/2008 - 13:53
If you’re planning to remodel your home or furnish a new one, check out the Fall Southern Home/Garden Expo at Agricenter to kick your plans into full swing. southernhomeandgardenexpo.com
| ||
09 / 13
(all day)
Start: 09/12/2008 - 13:53
End: 09/14/2008 - 13:53
If you’re planning to remodel your home or furnish a new one, check out the Fall Southern Home/Garden Expo at Agricenter to kick your plans into full swing. southernhomeandgardenexpo.com
Start: 2:11 pm
The kids are the stars at Germantown Performing Arts Centre’s Peanut Butter and Jam sessions; today is a Latin Fiesta. Call 901.751.7500 or gpacweb.com
Start: 2:44 pm
Ensure your child’s health and support the Make-a-Wish Foundation. The Mid-south chapter is hosting a fundraiser in Southaven featuring food and fun for the whole family, and the chance to increase your child’s safety by obtaining a FREE Kid-ID (digital identification system). 662.349.0980 or www.mucc.us for more info.
| ||
09 / 14
End: 1:53 pm
Start: 09/12/2008 - 13:53
End: 09/14/2008 - 13:53
If you’re planning to remodel your home or furnish a new one, check out the Fall Southern Home/Garden Expo at Agricenter to kick your plans into full swing. southernhomeandgardenexpo.com
Start: 2:13 pm
Celebrate a year of success with the folks at Lulalyn Gallery in Midtown. Call 901.278.0111.
| ||
09 / 15
Start: 10:00 am
End: 10:59 am
Solve a mystery in honor of Agatha Christie, who was born on this day in 1890.
| ||
09 / 16
| ||
09 / 17
Start: 2:19 pm
Learn the Dixon tricks of the trade when horticulturist Ellen LeBlond shares her secrets for developing and maintaining healthy plants throughout the year today at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens. 901.761.5250 or dixon.org
| ||
about us
|
advertising rates
|
contributor guidelines
|
available positions
|
contact us
|
privacy policy
© 2008 Skirt! Magazine. All rights Reserved.