PHILIPPINE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM TO SPEAK AT SPECIAL LUNCHEON
April 30, 2012
The Memphis Convention and Vistor's Bureau hosts Secretary, Department of Tourism, The Honorable Ramon Jimenez, Jr. in a special luncheon meeting of the Memphis hospitality and tourism community. Secretary Jimenez will discuss the innovative launch of the national tourism campaign “It’s more fun in the Philippines”.
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DR. JAMIE C. MONTOYA PRESENTS TO MEMPHIS BIOWRKS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION
April 27, 2012
Dr. Jamie C. Montoya, Executive Director of the Philippines Council for Health and Research Development will present a program on current developments and areas of focus in life science research in the Philippines during a meeting of the Memphis Bioworks Business Association.
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CO-CHAIR PHILIPPINE NCC, GUILLERMO M. LUZ WILL SPEAK TO MEMPHIS ROTARY CLUB
April 26, 2012
The Memphis Rotary Club focuses their weekly luncheon meeting on economic developments and commercial opportunities in the 2012 honored country the Philippines.
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JERRY LEE LEWIS UNABLE TO PERFORM, REPLACED BY LITTLE RICHARD
April 25, 2012
Memphis in May officials announced a change in the line-up for the 2012 Beale Street Music Festival. Little Richard will perform replacing Jerry Lee Lewis who is recovering from a broken leg and is unable to perform.
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DISTINGUISHED ARCHITECT, AUGUSTO VILLALON TO SPEAK AT ARCHITECTS OF THE WORLD LUNCHEON
April 18, 2012
A distinguished architect and expert in heritage conservation. Villalon most recently served as the Philippine representative to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Paris among other distinguished posts.
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ALVIN YOUNGBLOOD HART'S MUSCLE THEORY ADDED TO BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL
April 17, 2012
Memphis in May officials announced a change in
the line-up for the 2012 Beale Street Music Festival. Alvin
Youngblood Hart’s Muscle Theory will perform replacing The
Nighthawks whose member Mark Wenner is recovering from
bypass surgery and is unable to perform.
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AMBASSADOR JOSE L. CUISIA JR. OF THE PHILIPPINES TO SPEAK AT INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LUNCHEON
April 16, 2012
The Interntional Business Council Luncheon will begin at 12:00 noon, and will feature keynote speaker Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia Jr. of the Philippines. Price: $25 Attendees of the free preceeding seminar "Doing Business in the Philippines" will receive luncheon tickets for a discounted rate of $15. To register, please contact Brenda Montgomery at (901) 543-3541.
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AURELIO MONTINOLA, III TO SPEAK TO THE ECONOMIC CLUB OF MEMPHIS
April 11, 2012
The Economic Club of Memphis in partnership with Memphis in May International Festival is pleased to welcome Aurelio Montinola, III, President and CEO of Bank of the Philippine Islands.
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LOOKING FOR A FIELD TRIP FOR YOUR STUDENTS?
March 31, 2012
Teachers! Looking for a field trip for your students? As part of the 2012 Salute to the Philippines, Memphis in May International Festival presents The Philippines, Live from the Islands! at the Orpheum Theatre during International Week.
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MEMPHIS COMMUNITY LEADERS TRAVEL TO THE PHILIPPINES
March 16, 2012
A group of thirty community leaders from Memphis, Tennessee,
USA including Calvin Anderson, Chairman of Memphis in May International Festival
and James L. Holt, festival President & CEO, are traveling this week to the Philippines,
the honored country of the 2012 Memphis in May International Festival. In addition to
economic and diplomatic duties, the delegation will visit the country’s cultural amenities
and see its remarkable tourist destinations.
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INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VENDOR DURING MEMPHIS IN MAY?
March 14, 2012
Are you interested in becoming a vendor at Memphis In May events? 2012 Vendor applications are now available...
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BAR-KAYS TO OFFER ENCORE PERFORMANCE AT AUTOZONE SUNSET SYMPHONY
March 13, 2012
Memphis in May International Festival announced 2012 plans for the most traditional event of the festival’s repertoire. The 36th annual AutoZone Sunset Symphony, a Mid-South family favorite event, features the Memphis Symphony Orchestra with special guests, The Bar-Kays. The Bar-Kays return for an encore performance after their debut last year with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2012 LINE-UP FOR BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL
February 28, 2012
Memphis in May announced the line-up for 2012 Beale Street Music Festival that includes over 65 diverse musical acts scheduled to appear at Tom Lee Park in Downtown Memphis, TN on May 4-6.
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MEMPHIS ARTIST GEORGE HUNT CREATES NUMBER 21 IN CELEBRATION OF THE 2012 MEMPHIS IN MAY BEALE STREET
February 24, 2012
Nationally renowned blues artist, George Hunt, unveiled his latest composition entitled, “Daddy’sGirl +3,” the commemorative poster for the Beale Street Music Festival. Hunt’s collection of commemorative posters began in 1992, thus marking the 21st anniversary of depicting the blues music heritage of the event and the region.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY VOLUNTEER EXPO- WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH!
February 23, 2012
Volunteering for Memphis in May is an exciting way to see our events from a different point of view. Our volunteer committees support all aspects of our festival and provide the opportunity for anyone to find a volunteer responsibility that they will enjoy.
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2012 BEALE STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL LINE-UP ANNOUNCED ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH!
February 23, 2012
The 2012 Line-Up will be announced on Tuesday, February 28, 2012 via the Beale Street Music Festival facebook page at 10am CST and posted here, to our website, at 12 noon CST.
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PINKNEY HERBERT NAMED FEATURED ARTIST AT 2012 MEMPHIS IN MAY FINE ARTS POSTER UNVEILING
February 03, 2012
Memphis, TN... Memphis In May International Festival unveiled its fine arts poster commemorating the honored country of The Philippines. The unveiling at United Capital Financial Advisors in the SunTrust Building, 999 South Shady Grove Road, Suite 301, showcased the Philippine work by local artist Pinkney Herbert.
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WE WANT YOU...FOR OUR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
January 25, 2012
Memphis In May International Festival hosts not only one of the largest events in North America, but also boasts one of the most successful volunteer programs. Click on the link below to find out how YOU can become involved!
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EXPERIENCE THE MEMPHIS IN MAY INTERNATIONAL TOUR OF THE PHILIPPINES
January 20, 2012
Experience the Memphis In May International Tour of the Philippines- March 17-27th. We're taking reservations NOW...limited space available. Click on the link below for more information.
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EXPERIENCE MEMPHIS IN MAY LIKE A KING...VIP PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
January 17, 2012
Want to experience the Beale Street Music Festival or World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest like a king or queen? Well, here's your chance...VIP Packages from both events are now available for purchase.
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THE PHILIPPINES LIVE FROM THE ISLANDS COMING TO MEMPHIS IN MAY
January 09, 2012
Plans for Memphis in May International Festival 2012 are being announced as the festival prepares for its salute to The Philippines.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL RELEASES STRONG ECONOMIC IMPACT FROM 2011 EVENTS
December 13, 2011
Memphis, TN – December 13, 2011 – Memphis in May International Festival, in conjunction with The University of Memphis, reports a significant economic boost to the Memphis area economy through a study conducted for its recent Festival events.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY PURCHASES HEADQUARTERS' BUILDING DOWNTOWN
November 25, 2011
(Memphis, TN) Memphis In May International Festival Inc. has purchased a 14,600 square foot building at 56 S Front to serve as the non-profit organization's headquarters. The organization which is in its thirty sixth year of operation has operated in leased space in Downtown since its early days. For over two decades, Memphis in May International Festival operated from leased space in the Wagner Place building.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL HONORS THE PHILIPPINES IN 2012
August 10, 2011
(Memphis, TN) Officials of the Memphis in May International Festival announced plans to honor Republic of the Philippines (the Philippines) for the2012 Festival during its year end review meeting August 9th at the Memphis Botanic Gardens.
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MEMPHIS IN MAY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2012 DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS
August 10, 2011
Memphis in May International Festival officials announced the newly elected Board of Directors at the annual meeting held on August 9th at the Memphis Botanic Gardens.Immediate Past Chairman Desi Franklin passed the gavel to incoming Chairman Calvin Anderson.
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MIM Board Member, Wei Chen, Flying Around the World!
July 18, 2011
Memphis In May board member, Wei Chen, attempting to become the first Chinese citizen to fly around the world in a single-engine airplane...
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4th Annual Memphis In May Open Golf Classic
July 14, 2011
The 4th Annual Memphis In May Golf Classic benefiting our award-winning International Education Program will take place at The Links at Cottonwoods
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Memphis In May WCBCC Featured in Chef Donald Link's "Taste of Place"
July 06, 2011
Chef Donald Link of Microsoft/Delish's "Taste of Place" visits Memphis for the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
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Great Deals on Memphis In May Merchandise!
July 01, 2011
Great Deals on Memphis In May merchandise!
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MIM is much more than music, barbecue...
June 21, 2011
Memphis In May board member, Ron Coleman, wrote a wonderful article in the Saturday, June 18, 2011 edition of the Commercial Appeal
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Education Competition Results
June 01, 2011
Education Competition Results Posted
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Sunset Symphony: Ending the Month on a Good Note
May 28, 2011
After fleeing to higher ground, Memphis In May returns to the river for the 35th annual Autozone Sunset Symphony.
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AIA - Annual Distinguished Architects of the World Lecture Finale
May 24, 2011
This lecture series brings the architecture of the world to Memphis.
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Memphis Carillon Concert- Sunday, May 22, 2011
May 20, 2011
The largest concentration of carillons is found in Belgium and many are historic landmarks.
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Memphis in May set to Return to the River for the AutoZone Sunset Symphony!
May 18, 2011
Memphis in May set
to Return to the River
for the AutoZone
Sunset Symphony!
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Cuisine of Belgium by Chef Felix Alen
May 17, 2011
One of the foremost Belgian chefs & founder of the Center for Gastronomic and Table Culture, former chef to the Belgian royal family from Flanders.
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And the Winners Are...
May 15, 2011
Congratulations to all the winners in the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest!
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Brew up some fun this weekend!
May 15, 2011
Sample the Beers of Belgium at Belgium Untapped!
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