Turtle Island Native American Pow Wow Coming
The 2022 Turtle Island Native American Association Pow Wow is set for May 21-22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the VFW Post 7175 located at 4681 Cuba-Millington Road. There will be Aztec dancers with regalia and traditional entertainment and performances. Also scheduled to appear are John T. Wayne (grandson of the Duke). John Lone Eagle and Band will play Native American music and there will be other culture events. Also the Pow Wow will have vendors, food, and crafts. Bring your own chairs or blankets to enjoy songs from the ancestors. For more information and prices, call 876-4015.
901 Egg Drop
The Drop 901 Church presents 50,000 eggs from a hot air balloon. There will be an egg hunt for babies to fifth graders. There will be grand prizes, face painting, bounce houses, food trucks and more. This is planned for April 16 from 10 a.m. to noon at USA Stadium in Millington located at 4351 Babe Howard Blvd.
Young Life Golf Tournament set for May
Mark your calendars for May 13 for the annual Young Life Golf Tournament. The annual golf tournament helps raise funds to take kids to summer camp. This is also an opportunity to bring friends and family to see what God is up to in their communities through Young Life leaders. “We would love for you to come out and spend the day at Glen Eagle Golf Course in Millington with us. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.” For more information, email [email protected]
Road Construction in Memphis
Tennessee Department of Transportation contract crews began installing signs for the paving project last week. Standard Construction is the prime contractor for this $4.2 million paving project. The 2.3 miles between Perkins Extended and I-240 has an estimated completion date of September 30. Motorists will see work during the day, as crews will be working seven days a week. The lane closures will take place at night between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Crews will be working on the handicap ramps during the day between 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. each day. Single lane closures began this weekend and will continue each night. Weather permitting, daytime single lane closures will take place from 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. on specific days following the nighttime work. Poplar Avenue sees approximately 47,000 vehicles a day, and you are asked to plan ahead and look for alternate routes.
MPL holding kids’ coding class
The Millington Public Library located at 4858 Navy Road in Millington will be hosting a children’s coding class this week. It started April 11 and will continue through May 16. It’s every Monday from 4-5 p.m. It’s a free six-week introduction to coding class for second to fourth graders. Students will use robots to learn the basics of coding. Space is limited and contact the Library or go to https://bit.ly/3tiGnli to register.
Shelby Forest Spring Fest this Saturday
The 10th Anniversary Shelby Forest Springfest will be held April 16 with free parking and a $5 admission fee (children 4 and under are free). There will be arts and crafts vendors. Also planned are food trucks, a mechanical bull, cornhole tournament, petting zoo, crawfish and live music. The event will be held at 7097 Benjestown Road in Shelby Forest.
National Day of Prayer will be at 901 Church
The City of Millington will host it’s annual National Day of Prayer ceremony May 5 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the 901 Church located at 8077 Wilkinsville Road in Millington. For more information, call 873-5770.
Millington Central Spring Art Show and Concert
The Millington Central Middle High School Art & Music Showcase will be held April 22 at the Millington Performing Arts Center located on the campus of the school with doors opening at 6 p.m. Choir Director Leah Thomas is inviting the public to attend to see the performances on stage and participate in a silent auction night. On April 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Main Building will be the auction and art show. The auction will go to benefit the MCMHS National Art Honor Society Scholarship Fund. It will be two days of creative arts and for more information call 873-8100.
Millington Senior Club
The Millington Senior Citizen’s Club is meeting again Wednesdays at 10 a.m. with entertainment weekly. The club meets at the Baker Community Center located at 7942 Church Street. For more information, call 873-5770.
Senior Exercise
The senior exercise club meets Mondays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Baker Community Center located at 7942 Church Street in Millington. For more information, call 873-5770.
Senior Dance Night
The Senior Dance Night will be held April 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Baker Community Center located at 7942 Church Street in Millington. It will be live music by Fernando and couples/singles welcomed. There is a fee per person. For more information, call 873-5770.
