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

This week, celebrate Latin culture with salsa dance, art, DJs and an Overton Square fest. Plus, old-school hip-hop artists come together in Orange Mound, and 1990s alt-rockers The Wallflowers take the stage at Graceland. 

Mid-South Fair at Landers Center, opening Thursday:

The Mid-South Fair opens at Landers Center on Thursday, Sept. 19. (The Daily Memphian file)

It’s been years since the Mid-South Fair was held at the Mid-South Fairgrounds in Memphis, but now it’s just a skip over the border in Southaven. There you’ll find all your favorite rides, a Memphis Wrestling demo and live music by Southern Avenue, Ashley McBryde and plenty more, plus, all the Pronto Pups and funnel cakes your wallet can buy! The fair runs through Sept. 29. Ticket prices and times vary. 4560 Venture Dr., Southaven. Click here for more information. — Bianca Phillips

WLOK Black Film Festival at multiple locations, Thursday-Sunday:

The annual film festival by Memphis’ first Black-owned radio station kicks off on Thursday with a Bob Marley-themed evening, featuring Jamaican food samples, at the Museum of Science and History at 6 p.m. On Friday, there’s a screening of “Respect,” starring Jennifer Hudson, at Crosstown Theater at 6 p.m. (Free popcorn and soda will be available at that show.) On Saturday, “The Bucket List” with Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson will show at Malco Studio on the Square at 7 p.m. And the fest closes on Sunday with a screening of “The Great Debaters” with Denzel Washington at Studio on the Square at 7 p.m. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Salsa at the Park at Tom Lee Park, Thursday:

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Memphis River Parks Partnership is partnering with Rumba Room for Latin dance lessons on four Thursdays: Sept. 19, Sept. 26, Oct. 3 and Oct. 10. The fun takes place at Tom Lee Park’s AutoZone Plaza. And if you want even more dance lessons on the river, Cats Ballroom teaches a beginner’s swing dancing class on Friday, Sept. 21. No partner is required for the dance lessons. 6-7:30 p.m. Riverside Drive. Free. — Elle Perry

Art History 101 at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Thursday:

Never studied art history or want to brush up on your knowledge? The Brooks Museum has got you covered. This new lecture series surveys Western art, beginning with prehistoric art and moves forward into a new time period each week. William C. McKeown, University of Memphis art history professor, teaches the classes. (Fun fact: McKeown is currently researching the visual culture of utopianism from the Ruskin Cooperative Association commune in late 19th-century Tennessee.) This week’s class at the Brooks is the series intro, and is about prehistoric and ancient art. Up next week is medieval and early Renaissance art. The last class, on Nov. 21, focuses on art since 1950. View the entire lineup here. Note: Season passes are available for a discount. 6-7:30 p.m. $17-$20 per class. 1934 Poplar Ave. — Perry

‘Being There’ at Crosstown Theater, Thursday:

Just in time for election season, this much-loved 1979 satire is screening as part of the Crosstown Arts Film Series. Director Hal Ashby’s comedy stars Peter Sellers as a gardener who lives on the estate of his wealthy employer, and who engages with the outside world when that employer dies. Previously, the man’s primary interaction with the outside world had come from watching television, somehow putting him in position to be a major political figure when the opportunity arises. “Being There” was a kind of precursor to “Forrest Gump” in using a cipher of a protagonist to take the temperature of the country, but is more biting and political. Does the film’s satire now feel dated given all we’ve been through since, or does it instead seem prescient? You can decide for yourself. 7 p.m., $5. See here for more info. — Chris Herrington

Memphis Greek Festival at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Friday-Saturday:

The Memphis Greek Festival is at the Annunication Greek Orthodox Church Friday-Satuday, Sept. 20-21. (Courtesy Memphis Greek Festival)

Opa! Memphis Greek Festival will celebrate its 65th festival this Friday and Saturday. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on both days, attendees can enjoy authentic Greek foods, dance, music and culture. The popular “drive-thru” will feature Greek dishes such as souvlakia, pastichio and moussaka. Read more about this and other September food events here. Tickets are $3 per person. 573 N. Highland St. Go here for tickets. — Jennifer Chandler

‘Just Take It: An Exploration of Letting Go’ exhibition at Off the Walls Arts, Friday:

Art by Don Gaines is on view in a show at Off the Wall Arts that opens Friday, Sept. 20. (Courtesy Don Gaines)

“Just Take It: An Exploration of Letting Go” is a 10-year retrospective exhibition of the work of Memphis artist and photographer (and LuLu’s Bakery co-owner) Don Gaines. Indicative of the exhibition title, it explores letting go. In the case of Gaines’ art, letting go comes in the form of traveling to places, including Australia, Cuba, Japan and Europe and living in Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee. Gaines will put “letting go” literally into practice at the event. According to event hosts, “visitors are encouraged to take home pieces off the gallery wall at a pay-what-you-will rate.” (The closing reception will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Oct. 18.) Opening is from 6-9 p.m. Free admission. 360 Walnut St. Click here for more information. — Perry

Dance in 30 at Ballet Memphis Fly Studio, Friday:

This new program combines dance and community conversation. In this iteration, the organizers pair ballet’s origins with contemporary choreography. That comes in the form of a performance of 1845-era ballet “Pas de Quatre” paired with the premiere of a piece that Ballet Memphis company dancer Cecily Khuner created, “Suppression and Succession.” Several orchestral pieces from Jules Massenet inspired Khuner’s choreography, as well as “Pas de Quatre” and personality archetypes. “I wanted to create four contrasting characters influencing those around them and vying for the power to lead the group,” Khuner said. Ticket price includes a 6 p.m. pre-show cocktail, followed by performances, which run from 6:30-7 p.m. $10 (purchase here). 2144 Madison Ave. — Perry

‘Patterns’ at Germantown Community Theatre, opening Friday:

Fans of true-crime podcasts will enjoy this whodunit drama and winner of Germantown Community Theatre’s Emerging Local Playwright Competition. Michael Hoffman saw the competition and decided to take on the challenge of writing a stage play. “It’s incredibly interesting and humbling to see my words spoken by others and to watch them kind of find the heartbeat of the story,” said Hoffman. Read more about it in our latest theater guide. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Sept 20-29. $16-26. 3037 Forest Hill Irene Road. See here for tickets and more information. — Alys Drake

Live at the Garden with Styx & Foreigner, Friday:

Styx will play a show with Foreigner at Live at the Garden on Friday, Sept. 20. (mpi04/ MediaPunch /IPX/ AP file)

Fans of 1970s soft rock get a double-header at the Live at the Garden finale this weekend. I don’t plan to be there, but hey, if I find myself with “Too Much Time on My Hands,” maybe I’ll go. And maybe you should “Come Sail Away” to the Memphis Botanic Garden with me. I hear Foreigner is “Waiting for a Girl Like You” anyway. Whether you’re “Hot Blooded” or “Cold As Ice,” there’s sure to be a song for you. 7:30 p.m. 750 Cherry Road. Click here for more information. — Phillips

‘Through the Looking Screen’ at Quark Theatre, opening Friday:

Jacquelene Cooper stars in “Through the Looking Screen” at Quark Theatre in Cooper-Young. (Courtesy Eileen Kuo)

For the first time in its history, Quark Theatre will present a musical. “It’s an operetta, and it’s entirely sung by one woman cast member,” said director Eileen Kuo, who also serves as the pianist for the production. The musical by Anne Chmelewsky about online dating explores the experience of getting online and trying to connect. Read more about it in our latest theater guide. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept 20-Oct.6. $20. 1000 Cooper St. See here for tickets and more information. — Drake

The Wallflowers at Graceland Soundstage, Friday:

The Wallflowers will play the Graceland Soundstage on Friday, Sept. 20. (Amy Harris/Invision/AP file)

For some Xennials (like me) and older Millennials, Jakob Dylan and his alternative-rock band, The Wallflowers, came first. And then came the music of father Bob Dylan. An older generation of Baby Boomers might shake their heads at that, but I’d argue that any path to the elder Dylan is sufficient. Plus, The Wallflowers were great in their own right: “One Headlight” and “6th Avenue Heartache” are 1990s classics. And, aside from a four-year hiatus in the late aughts, the younger Dylan and his band never stopped touring or making new music. Early James opens the Graceland Live show. 8 p.m. $35-$65. 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Latin Fest 901 in Overton Square, Saturday:

Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre’s annual family-friendly festival includes Latin music, food and drinks, crafts for kids, vendors, and more in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The lineup includes a parade of nations (12:20 p.m.), as well as the Tropical Fusion Latin Band (2:45 p.m.) and Ballet Folklorico Tradicion Cultural (12:50 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:40 p.m. and 3:50 p.m.). Kid-specific events include a 12:30 p.m. Zumba class and a 1:30 p.m. storytime. Noon to 6 p.m. Free admission. 2148 Trimble Place. Click here for more information. — Perry

Memphis Pizza Festival at the Agricenter International, Saturday:

Broadway Pizza slices will be served at Memphis Pizza Festival at the Agricenter International on Saturday, Sept. 21. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

Indulge in unlimited samples of pizza from more than 20 of Memphis’ finest pizzerias, including Broadway Pizza, Coletta’s, Grisanti’s on Main, Little Italy East and Rock’N Dough Pizza & Brewery. The event will also include panel discussions on topics ranging from “Mid-South Italians & How Pizza Came to Memphis” to “Knead to Know: The Do’s & Don’ts to Artisan Bread Making.” Read more about this and other September food events here. Noon-8 p.m. General admission tickets are $65 and VIP tickets (which include early access at 11 a.m.) are $150. 7777 Walnut Grove Road. For more information and to purchase tickets, go here. — Chandler

Hip-Hop Gen X: Class Reunion at Orange Mound Library, Saturday:

This event invites DJs, emcees, producers and other musicians who contributed to Memphis hip-hop from the 1980s to the 2000s to be honored. It includes a panel with DJ Spanish Fly, Tommy Wright III, Jus Borne, Steve A. and John “Disco Hound” Moore. Orange Mound-native DJ Zirk will also speak. Memphis Public Libraries’ DIG Memphis’ digitization and oral history team will be on hand to record interviews, digitize cassettes and create digital files from CDs (with a limit of three items per person). Attendees will receive copies of the digitized items. The event takes place in the library’s meeting room. Note: Event seating is limited to 50; RSVPs must be received by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. 1-4 p.m. Free admission (RSVP required). 843 Dallas St. — Perry

‘One Pint at a Time’ screening and panel at Memphis Museum of Science and History, Saturday:

Beale Street Brewing owner Kelvin Kolheim (right) will speak on a panel about Black brewers at the Museum Museum of Science and History on Saturday, Sept. 21. (Meka Wilson/The Daily Memphian file)

“One Pint at a Time” explores the role of Black brewers, drinkers, brand owners and influencers in today’s U.S. craft beer scene. It’s estimated that only 1% of 9,000 U.S. breweries are Black-owned. You can find one of those in Memphis, with Beale Street Brewing Co. After the documentary, a panel of local Black food-and-beverage figures will take the stage. Titled “Obstacles, Opportunities, & Outliers,” the conversation is set to feature Beale Street Brewing owner Kelvin Kolheim, Disbelef Tequila Co-CEO Ralf Golden and Vior Water brand ambassador Toney Booker. The event takes place in MoSH’s Giant Screen Theater. 3-5 p.m. $12.75 (tickets here). 3050 Central Ave. — Perry

Por Vida Fest at Ink Therapy 901, Saturday:

“Por Vida” translated into English means “for life.” This event, held in Ink Therapy’s parking lot, aims to celebrate life. That will include 20 local art vendors, music from DJs including Mala Leche, Kid Mestizo, La Femme Radical, Lord Wayra and DY3, as well as Mexican food and pupusas. The event is also set to feature a memorial booth in honor of deceased loved ones, as the event is held in honor of Leche’s late cousin Justin Flores. 5-11 p.m. 495 N. Hollywood St. Free admission. Click here for more information. — Perry

Midnight Marauder at Memphis Museum of Science and History, Saturday:

This new, bi-monthly Unapologetic event is an homage to the famed Los Angeles-based Low End Theory, a club night that ran from 2006 to 2018. That event served as a saloon for electronic producers such as Flying Lotus, Tokimonsta, Nosaj Thing and Thundercat. At Midnight Marrauder, performing producers and fans are invited. Ten producers per event can sign up for Midnight Marauder’s version of open-mic sessions, dubbed “open-aux (cord)” sessions. Events take place in MoSH’s Deep-End Theater. Read more about the event inspiration here. 7-10 p.m. $15.75 (tickets here). 3050 Central Ave. — Perry

The War & Treaty at Germantown Performing Arts Center, Saturday:

The War & Treaty will play the Germantown Performing Arts Center on Saturday, Sept. 21. (Courtesy GPAC)

Husband-and-wife roots-music duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Blount-Trotter blend country, blues, soul and gospel in a manner that’s made them an “Americana” scene mainstay and garnered multiple Grammy nominations. Perhaps they expanded their audience last year via their collaboration with rising country superstar Zach Bryan on the song “Hey Driver.” 8 p.m. Tickets starting at $30. See here for more info. — Herrington

‘Dark America: The Disturbing Visions of David Fincher’ at Malco Summer Drive-In, Saturday:

The Time Warp Drive-in will screen the films of David Fincher on Saturday, Sept. 21. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file) 

This month’s Time Warp Drive-In triple feature is a David Fincher doozy, with three thrillers — of escalating excellence — from one of our finest contemporary directors. “Panic Room” (2002) is minor Fincher, but a sleek, contained home-invasion action flick that works completely. “Se7en” (1995) is a lurid serial-killer film with a gloomy gravity that elevates it. And “Zodiac” (2007) is a modern masterpiece, one of the greatest crime or investigative films. 8 p.m. $25 a car. See here for more info. — Herrington

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