Welcome back to The To-Do List, where Daily Memphian staffers suggest their favorite events and activities for the coming week.

This week, see Brittany Howard and Kingfish in Oxford, eat breakfast for dinner for a cause and get all the free stuff at Strangewaze Wednesdaze.

Jeff Hulett & the Hand Me Downs at The Green Room at Crosstown Arts, Thursday:

Jeff Hulett & the Hand Me Downs will perform at The Green Room at Crosstown Arts on Thursday, April 25. (Courtesy Crosstown Arts)

Guitarist and songwriter Jeff Hulett has been around the Memphis music scene forever, from his longtime role with indie-rock legends Snowglobe to his partnership with Leah Keys in the band Me & Leah. That duo released an album of original folk songs in 2016, and Snowglobe just released an album and an EP in April 2024. Now, Hulett is playing with his band, the Hand Me Downs, in a show at Crosstown Arts’ intimate Green Room space. 7 p.m. doors, 7:30 p.m. show. $15 advance or $20 at the door. 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280. Click here for more information. — Bianca Phillips

‘Ennio’ at Crosstown Theater, Thursday:

“Ennio” will screen at Crosstown Theater on Thursday, April 25. (Courtesy Crosstown Arts)

How many film composers are name brands? Maybe John Williams. You know, “Jaws,” “Star Wars,” the second-most Oscar-nominated person ever, after Walt Disney. But “John Williams” is about as nondescript as a name can get. “Ennio,” as in Italian composer Ennio Morricone, is more striking, and the name happens to come with some truly iconic sounds, especially his atmospheric, whistling, howling spaghetti-western scores for director Sergio Leone. This documentary portrait of Morricone, who died in 2020, is from another director with whom he worked, Giuseppe Tornatore (“Cinema Paradiso”). Screening as part of the Crosstown Arts Film Series. 7 p.m. $5. See here for more info. — Chris Herrington

Double Decker Arts Festival at Oxford, Mississippi’s Square, Friday-Saturday:

Brittany Howard will perform as part of the Double Decker Arts Festival in Oxford, Mississippi, this weekend. (Amy Harris/Invision/AP file)

Inspired by double-decker buses the City of Oxford imported from England in 1994, the Double Decker Festival originally started with an old pickup truck bed serving as a stage, alongside a few art and food vendors. Thirty years later, 60,000 people are expected at the Square for the event, which will include more than 100 art vendors. The free festival boasts performances from former Alabama Shakes frontwoman Brittany Howard, lauded blues guitarist and singer Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, teen blues phenom Grace Bowers, country outlaw singer Jamie Wyatt, hill-country bluesman Kenny Brown, folk singer-songwriter Charlie Mars and bands Bass Drum of Death and Flatland Cavalry. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. on Friday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. on Saturday. Free admission. South Lamar Boulevard, Jackson and Van Buren streets Click here for performance schedule. — Elle Perry

‘Steel Magnolias’ at Theatre Memphis, opening Friday:

Before “drink your juice, Shelby” and the dynamite ensemble movie cast made “Steel Magnolias” an institution, the story originated as an off-Broadway play based on the life of playwright Robert Harling’s sister — a star-making role for a young Julia Roberts in the 1989 film. Set in a small Louisiana town, “Steel Magnolias” portrays the lives and friendships of six women navigating marriage, motherhood, illness and loss. The play combines humor and poignant moments, highlighting the enduring power of female friendship. You can read more about it in our April theater roundup. 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. on Sundays through April 28; 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. on Sundays May 2-12. 630 Perkins Extd. Click here for more information and tickets. — Alys Drake

‘Your Arms Too Short to Box with God’ at Playhouse on the Square, opening Friday:

An almost-forgotten Broadway musical will experience a resurrection, so to speak, at Playhouse on the Square in April and May. “Your Arms Too Short to Box with God” is based on the Gospel of Matthew, with rollicking gospel tunes and spiritual ballads sung by characters representing Jesus, Mary, Pontius Pilate and his wife, Judas and others. “We’ve been given the honor and opportunity of bringing this piece back to life,” said Michael Detroit, executive director of Playhouse on the Square. You can read more about it in our April theater roundup. 8 p.m. on Friday, April 26, and Saturday, April 27; 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 28; then 8 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. on Sundays from May 2-12. 66 S. Cooper St. Click here for more information and tickets. — Drake

The Earth Wide Open: Memphis Mineral, Fossil, Jewelry Show at The Agricenter, Saturday-Sunday:

Crystal lovers unite! Whether you’re looking for skull-shaped rose quartz or a massive hunk of raw black obsidian, you’re likely to find it at this annual gem show put on by the Memphis Archaeological & Geological Society. Vendors will be selling crystals of all sizes, as well as beads and other jewelry-making supplies. Besides shopping, there will be plenty of educational experiences, like exhibits, demonstrations on everything from jewelry-making to Native American pottery and a kids’ zone with a “touch me” table (meaning they can touch anything!). 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday. $6 adults for one day or $10 for a two-day pass, $2 for kids under 12. 7777 Walnut Grove Road. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Chalkfest at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Saturday:

The Memphis Brooks Museum of Art will host Chalkfest on Saturday, April 27. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)

You can help create a masterpiece on the Brooks Museum’s sidewalks during its annual chalk festival. Artists (and wanna-be artists) of all ages are invited to come color, enjoy music by Soul Shockers and DJ Siphne and explore the galleries. There will also be face painting and other arts activities, plus grilled hot dogs and other snacks. Don’t fancy yourself an artist? You can also just watch real artists — Craig Thompson, Sumo the Artist, Amy-Beth Rice and Kaylyn Webster — recreate Brooks art collection faves on the sidewalk. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free with registration. 1934 Poplar Ave. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Cafe du Memphis at Malco Summer Drive-In, Saturday:

Cafe du Memphis will feature beignets, coffee and more at the Malco Summer Drive-in on Saturday, April 27. (Courtesy Lea Carr)

The Rotary Club of Memphis is serving up shrimp and grits, cafe au lait and beignets at this event, inspired by Cafe du Monde in New Orleans. Drive thru the event or park and tailgate. If you drive thru, there will be treats for kids and Mardi Gras beads, naturally. What started as a bike ride morphed into this food event in 2016; it benefits the Dorothy Day House of Hospitality and the Memphis Rotary Foundation. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $15 for half a plate of beignets or $25 for a full plate of shrimp and grits and beignets. Click here for tickets. — Nick Lingerfelt

Taste & Create at Shelby Farms Park, Saturday:

Belltower Coffee will host a coffee and pottery festival at Shelby Farms Park on Saturday, April 27. (Holly Whitfield/The Daily Memphian file)

Belltower Coffee, which operates a coffee shop at Shelby Farms Park, is hosting this new festival that combines pastries, wine, coffee and pottery. Guests can sample all of the above (well, except for pottery; don’t eat that) at Belltower’s booth, and other booths will showcase arts and crafts demos (this is where the pottery comes in). Also expect live music and kids’ activities. Read more about the festival in Sophia Surrett’s article. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 6903 Great View Dr. North at the Visitors’ Center. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Overton Square Crawfish Festival in Overton Square, Saturday:

The Overton Square Crawfish Festival is on Saturday, April 27. (Courtesy Ciara Neill/LPI Memphis)

This family-friendly outdoor event offers all the crawfish you can eat as well as live music, beer and an artists’ market. Entry is free, and food and drink are available for purchase. The Lucky 7 Brass Band and Deep Roots will perform, and Louisiana-based Abita Brewing Co. will serve craft brews. The artist market will feature more than 50 local artists and makers with variety of handmade goods, including paintings, sculptures, jewelry and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 2101 Madison Ave. Click here for more information. — Lingerfelt

Rhythm of Life at Muggin Coffeehouse, Saturday:

Muggin Coffeehouse is co-hosting the Rhythm of Life festival on Saturday, April 27. (Mark Weber/Daily Memphian file) 

April is Minority Health Month, and juice bar Groovy Gratitude will join up with Muggin Coffeehouse for an Uptown block party focused on coffee, wholesome eats and holistic health. A DJ will be spinning tunes, and there will be live music. Plus, you can find some zen with yoga and meditation sessions. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 605 N. Second St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Breakfast for Dinner at First Congregational Church, Saturday:

There’s something about eating breakfast at night that feels a little wild, reckless even. Like you’re breaking all the rules. And you can do that for a good cause this Saturday. Load up on pancakes (traditional ones and specialty flapjacks), breakfast casseroles, pastries and more to benefit Room at the Inn, which offers temporary housing to people experiencing homelessness. And since the event is in the evening, you can feel better about enjoying mimosas and even Memphis Made beer with your brekky. 5-7:30 p.m. $12.51. 1000 Cooper St. Click here for tickets. — Phillips

Red Bull Dance Your Style regional qualifier at Crosstown Concourse, Saturday:

Red Bull's Dance Your Style regional qualifier will be held at Crosstown Concourse on Saturday, April 27. (Ziggy Mack/The Daily Memphian file)

L.Y.E. Academy founder and Memphis dancer and choreographer Ladia Yates and Memphis comedian Amos Brazan serve as hosts of RedBull Dance Your Style’s Memphis regional qualifier. During the event, area dancers will battle for the shot to compete at the national final May 18 in Atlanta. The event also features N-Less Entertainment rapper Big Homiie G. Expect to see Memphis jookin’ and other dance styles. 6-10 p.m. $10 (tickets here). 1350 Concourse Ave. — Perry

Strangewaze Wednesdaze at Health Sciences Park, Wednesday:

Free stuff! That’s what’s up at this free festival in the Edge District. Stop by for free snow cones, free sushi, free sandwiches, free wine, free beer and even more free drinks. Did we say free? You can also enjoy no-cost live music from the Flight Attendant Band and DJ Tunez. But if that dollar is burning a hole in your pocket, Made in Memphis Market vendors will be there selling locally made items. Bring your ID for the drinks, and if you want in on all the free stuff, make sure you arrive at the start. When free tickets run out, vendors will start charging. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free (duh!). Madison Avenue and S Dunlap Street. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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