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

Editor’s note: A previous version of this article mentioned the Miranda Lambert performance Saturday, Sept. 28, with special guests Marty Stuart & his Fabulous Superlatives at AutoZone Park in Memphis. It has been postponed to Saturday, May 24, 2025, due to the inclement weather expected in the area from Hurricane Helene. Original tickets will be honored at the new performance date.

This week, sneakers meet art and cocktails at Artifacts, Memphians tell stories at TEDx and Orchestra Noir is bringing Y2K back.

Gonerfest 21 at Railgarten, Thursday-Saturday:

Goner Records co-owners Zac Ives and Eric Friedl will host the 21st Gonerfest at Railgarten Thursday-Saturday, Sept. 26-28. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

This Memphis institution turns legal drinking age. An annual celebration by and of Cooper-Young record store/label Goner, this four-day rock bacchanalia brings bands and fans from around the globe (represented on stage this year: Montreal, Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom, Niger) in pursuit of good sounds and good times. The main action Thursday through Saturday takes place on the outdoor stage at Railgarten. Headliners this year include British punk pioneer Derv Gordon, American post-punk explorer Jon Spencer and Bay Area garage-punk cult band The Rip Offs. Single night tickets are $60 with full fest passes for $150. 2166 Central Ave. See here for a full schedule and other info. — Chris Herrington

AAF Opportunities Open Mic at Palladio Interiors, Thursday:

AAF Memphis is the local chapter of the American Advertising Federation, a professional association for those in advertising and related industries. This new “casual happy hour” invites local organizations to “pitch” five minutes or less about their upcoming grants, residencies and programs for local artists and creatives. Those scheduled to pitch include Lakeisha Edwards (UrbanArt Commission), Colleen McCartney (ARTSmemphis), Brett Roler (Downtown Memphis Commission) and Johana Moscovo (Crosstown Arts). 5:30-7 p.m. Free admission; no membership required. RSVP here. 2215 Central Ave. — Elle Perry

‘Westermann: Memorial to the Idea of Man If He Was an Idea’ at Crosstown Theater, Thursday:

The late printmaker and sculptor H.C. Westermann’s work was influenced by his time serving as an infantryman in two wars. Westermann first served in World War II where he witnessed massive loss during the destruction of the USS Franklin. That didn’t turn him off from military service right away, and he later reenlisted and served in the Korean War. Military blunders and senseless violence soured him though, and his postwar artwork embodied that anti-militaristic worldview. This documentary on Westermann’s life, screening as part of the Crosstown Arts Film Series and in partnership with Rhodes College, is narrated by Academy Award-nominee Ed Harris. 7 p.m. $5. 1350 Concourse Ave. Click here for more information. — Bianca Phillips

Pink Palace Crafts Fair, Friday-Sunday:

The Pink Palace Crafts Fair will be at Audubon Park Friday-Sunday, Sept. 27-29. In this file photo, Traci Glover made soap at the 2023 craft fair. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file) 

Pottery, jewelry, paintings, woodwork, leatherwork, sculptures and woven goods are just some of what will be on display at the fair in Audubon Park this year. And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without the live craft demonstrations, which include metalwork, woodcarving, glass blowing and more. Musical performances will come from Spence Bailey, Ghostly, Alexis Jade and others. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free to attend. 4145 Southern Ave. Click here for more information. — Kelsey Bowen

Art openings for Lester Merriweather, Alex Paulus and Michelle Fair at Crosstown Arts, Friday:

Lester Merriweather’s “Tempa Flora” and other works will be on view beginning Friday, Sept. 27. (Lester Merriweather/Courtesy Crosstown Arts)

Lester Merriweather’s “ANA•LOG” is a cumulation of the artist’s work exploring Black visuals within American pop culture. Merriweather also examines the word “analog” itself: In Memphis slang, “ana” is a shortening of “animosity,” and “log” references history and recordings. Alex Paulus’ artist statement for “Size Matters” reveals he’s been thinking about scale and proportion lately and how the size of an object can seemingly indicate its importance. His current series focuses on placing small objects within large landscapes alongside large portraits of figures from his childhood. Michelle Fair’s artist statement for “Still” reveals her current work is about the painting process itself. Fair said she is also drawn to figures and landscapes and ideas like solitude and loneliness. Read more about all three shows in our September arts guide. Opening from 6 to 8 p.m. Shows run through Jan. 19. Free. 1350 Concourse Ave., suite 280. Click here for more information. — Perry

Podbox Memphis Podcast Festival at Beale Street Landing and the Cossitt Library, Friday-Saturday:

The second annual Podbox fest features panel discussions, workshops and a keynote talk by Amanda Seales, the costar of HBO’s “Insecure” and the host of the “Small Doses” podcast. Her podcast has featured a range of guests from actress/vegan influencer Tabitha Brown to U.S. Rep. Ayanna Presley. Aspiring podcasters can learn how to create a podcast in 30 days in a breakout session, and panel discussions will cover sports, society and culture and political podcasts. The festival kicks off on Friday with a media mixer at Beale Street Landing, 251 Riverside Drive, from 6 to 9 p.m. Talks and workshops will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cossitt Library at 33 S. Front St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Memphis Music Hall of Fame induction at the Cannon Center for the Performing Arts, Friday:

Kallen Esperian will be among the inductees at the Memphis Music Hall of Fame ceremony Friday, Sept. 27. (The Daily Memphian file)

Nine new members will be inducted into the Memphis Music Hall of Fame this week at this annual ceremony. Among them are songwriter and sideman Spooner Oldham with rock superstar Neil Young coming to town to celebrate him. There’s the soul-music backup vocal group Rhodes, Chalmers, Rhodes, a staple contributor to Al Green’s enduring hit “Let’s Stay Together,” who will reunite on the Cannon Center stage. I wrote about them this week. There’s also the posthumous induction of James Carr, whose soul classic “The Dark End of the Street” I also went deeper on. Other inductees are Kellen Esperian, The Gentrys, Jazze Pha, Kevin Kane, Wilson Pickett and Jack Soden. The event begins at 7 p.m. and tickets ($30) are available on Ticketmaster. 255 N. Main St. — Herrington

Orchestra Noir at the Orpheum Theatre, Friday:

Music director/maestro Jason Ikeem Rodgers founded Orchestra Noir in Atlanta in 2016. The orchestra celebrates all genres of Black American music, including classical, jazz, blues, hip-hop and R&B. Orchestra Noir comes to Memphis as part of its “Y2K Meets ’90s Tour,” promising a “high-energy” concert full of your favorite R&B and hip-hop hits from the aforementioned time periods. 7 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show. $49-$89. 203 S. Main St. — Perry

TEDxMemphis at Memphis University School, Saturday:

TEDx is all about opening the stage, and this year, they’re focusing on bringing people together through shared experiences. Emceed by Kontji Anthony, the 2024 lineup of speakers will tackle topics like how a cup of coffee can change the world, dealing with collective grief and managing your stress with breath. Featured speakers include Memphis interior designer David Quarles IV, 13-year-old journalist and author Skye Oduaran, Cxffeeblack founder Bartholomew Jones, breath-work coach Lauren Vestal, local developer Dwayne Jones and others. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets start at $75. 6191 Park Ave. Click here to meet all the speakers and check out the schedule. To purchase tickets, click here. — Bowen

Tone Tower Market at Orange Mound Tower, Saturday:

Tone Tower Market will be held at Orange Mound Tower Saturday, Sept. 28. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian) 

Featuring makers and vendors including Libby Camp Yoga, the Orange Mound Library, Black Majestea, Vintique Market, Grey Bird Baking Co., DeMoir Books and Things and more, Tone’s market is meant to be a peek at how Tone will activate Orange Mound Tower and surrounding campus in the future. There will also be free family portraits. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission. RSVP here. 2205 Lamar Ave. — Perry

Art Kicks x Cocktails at Artifacts, Saturday:

Saturday Sunset will perform at Art Kicks x Cocktails Saturday, Sept. 28. (Courtesy Jamond Bullock)

Memphis painter and muralist Jamond Bullock’s new Whitehaven art gallery serves as the setting for an event fusing visual art and sneakers over drinks. It’s slated to include sneaker-focused art and art installations; a shoe-customization table; cocktails and mocktails, a panel including singer Tonya Dyson, jookin‘ dancer G Nerd, fashion designer Prep Curry and sneakerhead Mo Kicks; and performances by rapper Virghost featuring band Saturday Sunset. Those under 18 years old can attend with a parent or a legal guardian. Parking is free. Dress code is “fly kicks only.” 5-9 p.m. $40; tickets here. 980 E. Brooks Road. — Perry

Paw Prints at the Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County, Saturday:

This annual fundraiser for the local Humane Society celebrates the organization’s 90 years of saving animals with music from DJ Alpha Whiskey and a live auction and silent auction. Included in the bidding are custom-designed dog and cat houses created by local architects and decorated by local artists. Human guests can also meet and mingle with the Humane Society’s four-legged residents. 6-10 p.m. $150 for general admission, $100 for standing-room-only tickets or $200 for VIP. Table tickets are also available. 935 Farm Road. Click here for tickets. — Phillips

Bill Maher at the Orpheum Theatre, Saturday:

Bill Maher’s WTF? Tour stops at the Orpheum Theatre Saturday, Sept. 28. (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP file)

Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher is stopping on the Orpheum stage with his WTF? Tour. He’s best-known for sharing his left-leaning political satire on HBO’s “Real Time with Bill Maher,” which has been running for more than 20 years. Before that, his Comedy Central show “Politically Incorrect” aired for nearly a decade. Maher also recently published his latest book “What This Comedian Said Will Shock You,” a vivisection of American life, politics and culture. 8 p.m. $59-$109. 203 S. Main St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Flogging Molly at Graceland Soundstage, Sunday:

Flogging Molly plays the Graceland Soundstage Sunday, Sept. 29. (Erik Kabik Photography/MediaPunch/IPX/AP file) 

American-Irish punk band Flogging Molly started as the house band for an Los Angeles bar called Molly Malone’s more than 20 years ago. But they quickly rose to fame after joining the Vans Warped Tour in 2000 with Green Day and Weezer and following the release of 2002’s “Drunken Lullabies.” That song remains Flogging Molly’s most well-known hit, but the band is still making music. They released a new album, “Anthem,” in 2002 and the three-song “‘Til The Anarchy’s Restored” EP in 2003. The latter featured the previously unreleased title track and a one-take performance of “Drunken Lullabies.” The Rumjacks will open the show. 7 p.m. $45 in advance or $50 at the door. 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd. Click here for more information. — Phillips

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