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LGBTQ+ Pride takes over Beale Street, and ‘The Goonies’ are in the cemetery
 
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Welcome back to The To-Do List, where Daily Memphian staffers suggest their favorite events and activities for the coming week.

In this week’s To-Do List, we’ve got your LGBTQ+ Pride guide. Plus, Elmwood screens a 1980s classic, Filipino culture is on display in Millington and there are Pizza Witches in Crosstown.

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Sunset Skate at Tom Lee Park, Thursday:

Sunset Skate was rescheduled to Thursday, June 4. (Courtesy Madeline Rose)

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Sunset Skate is back — for real this time after being postponed due to weather last week. The skate nights include DJ sets, free 30-minute skate rentals (while supplies last) and skate lessons from Step and Skate from 6-7 p.m. Each night is themed: June 4 is Yeah Glow! (with free glow sticks, while supplies last). June 25 is Jersey Jam with the Memphis Grizzlies and Memphis Tigers. July 30 is Back 2 School (with school supply and book giveaways, while supplies last), and October 24 is Spooky Skate (taking place on a Saturday, from noon to 3 p.m.). The nights are subject to the weather. Rain dates are the following Thursday or the first Thursday of the month. 6-9 p.m. Free admission (RSVP here). 422 Riverside Drive. More info here. — Elle Perry

‘To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar’ at Studio on the Square, Thursday:

“No one say anything frivolous for the next few moments; I am having a significant experience.” Following two New York drag legends Vida Boheme (Patrick Swayze) and Noxeema Jackson (Wesley Snipes) and baby queen Chi-Chi Rodriguez (John Leguizamo) who become stranded in small-town America, “To Wong Foo” is witty and surprisingly tender. It’s something you’d expect to see on modern-day screens — not in a film from 30 years ago. Full of heat and relentlessly upbeat, you’ll be skipping out of the theater to the beat of “She’s a Lady.” 7 p.m. $5. 2105 Court Ave. Get your tickets here. — Kelsey Bowen

Memphis Orchid Society Show and Sale at the Memphis Botanic Garden, Friday-Saturday:

Founded in 1955, the Memphis Orchid Society held its first show in Downtown Memphis before moving to the Memphis Botanic Garden in 1985. At the show, orchid lovers can view a variety of blooms from vendors and browse exhibits from growers. There will also be a repotting station where attendees can learn techniques to keep their orchids thriving. Noon-5 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. 750 Cherry Road. Check the Facebook event for more information here. — Nick Lingerfelt

Tennessee Ballet Theater’s ‘901 Stories: Down on Beale’ at the New Daisy Theatre, Friday-Saturday:

Kortland Whalum will perform at Tennessee Ballet Theater’s “901 Stories” event. (Courtesy Kortland Whalum)

“901 Stories” combines dance and music in a benefit for the Tennessee Ballet Theater and its Frayser Dance Project. It includes choreography by local artists Camilla Curran, JD Bryant, Alyssa Abbas, Steven Prince Tate and Max Robinson, danced to tunes by local musicians, including Alex Chilton, Furry Lewis and Al Green. The show includes a live performance from Memphis singer Kortland Whalum. VIP tickets include champagne, appetizers, and the chance to meet the dancers and Whalum during their warmup. 6:30 - 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday for GA (VIP pre-show starts at 5:30 p.m.). $36.80 GA. $52 VIP. 330 Beale Street. —Elle Perry

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Me & Leah EP release at Bar DKDC, Friday:

Musicians Jeff Hulett and Leah Keys of Me & Leah recorded their EP, “Most of Your Life,” back in 2019. But then the pandemic happened, and life stuff happened. And well, here we are. The acoustic guitar-banjo duo is finally releasing their EP this weekend with a live set. And Hulett’s other band, Jeff Hulett & The Hand Me Downs, will play, too. It’s a Jeff Hulett two-fer. 7 p.m. $10. 964 S. Cooper St. More info here. — Phillips 

‘Falsettos’ opening at Germantown Community Theatre, Friday:

The Tony award-winning “Falsettos,” by William Finn and James Lapine, follows the story of a Jewish man who leaves his wife and young son for his male lover as the AIDS crisis emerges in early-1980s New York. Director Jordan Nichols says, “before I really understood the themes of the show, the music is what caught me.” He says it made the musical a bucket list show for him. 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Through June 21. $26. 3037 Forest Hill Irene Road. More information here. — Alys Drake

‘Legally Blonde’ opening at Theatre Memphis, Friday:

Elle Woods, everyone’s favorite bubbly, blonde sorority girl returns to the stage at Theatre Memphis. It’s the same storyline as the movie made famous by Reese Witherspoon but, like, “So Much Better!” With its catchy tunes and energetic dance numbers, you’ll be doing the “Bend and Snap” as you leave the theater. 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Through June 28. $25. 630 Perkins Extended. More information here. — Drake

Big Gay Dance Party at Crosstown Theater, Friday: 

This annual Pride parade pre-party benefits Friends For All, which provides services and awareness around HIV. And this year, the big gay party is gonna be out of this world. There’s a “Dark Side of the Moon” theme, and Crosstown Theater will be transformed into a space-inspired world. So, yes, here’s your chance to dress like an alien. Spikey Van Dykey and DJ Space Age will provide the entertainment, and QCG Productions is bringing LED performers, disco-ball-headed dancers and more. 8 p.m. $28.52. 1350 Concourse Ave. More info here. — Phillips

Cemetery Cinema: ‘The Goonies’ at Elmwood Cemetery, Friday:

Elmwood Cemetery will screen “The Goonies” on Friday, June 5. (Ziggy Mack/The Daily Memphian file)

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Watching “The Goonies” during preschool is one of my earliest memories. This 1985 classic played on repeat while we waited for our parents to pick us up at the end of the day. Was it appropriate for kids that young? Probably not, but I learned very important things about the male anatomy from that movie. (Remember the statue? You gotta learn somehow!) Maybe leave your preschoolers at home for this screening about a band of adventurous kids who discover an underground cave of treasure. 8:30 p.m. $17.85. 824 S. Dudley St. More info here. — Phillips

Memphis Flyer Crafts & Drafts Festival: Summer Market at Crosstown Concourse, Saturday:

The Memphis Flyer’s Crafts and Drafts Festival is Saturday, June 6, at Crosstown Concourse. (The Daily Memphian file)

Memphis makers will be selling all manner of handmade jewelry, ceramics, candles, artwork and other items at this twice-a-year market spread across the Concourse plaza and central atrium. But it wouldn’t be “Crafts and Drafts” without the drafts: You can also enjoy local craft beer and cocktails while you peruse, which totally gives new meaning to “shop til you drop.” 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 1350 Concourse Ave. More info here. — Phillips

Kasayahan Filipino Festival at the Baker Community Center, Saturday:

So you’ve had the halo-halo at Kuyu, and now you want to know about Filipino culture? Here’s your next step. Fil-Am Millington is hosting the suburb’s first-ever Filipino-American fest, and it’s promising lots of food (think abodo, lumpia, pancit and more), vendors and live entertainment. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 7942 Church St. More info here. — Phillips

Mid-South Pride parade and festival on Beale Street, Saturday:

The Mid-South Pride Parade is on Saturday, June 6. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)

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Get your rainbows ready! The city’s annual LGBTQ Pride parade steps off at 11 a.m. from the corner of Fourth and Beale streets. Expect more than 100 parade groups — some with colorful floats (I’m looking at you, Pumping Station) and others walking (and dancing!) groups. Also happening at 11 a.m. is the adjoining Pride festival at Robert Church Park. You can skip the parade (but that would be lame), or wait until it’s over and spend the rest of Pride day perusing local vendors and catching live drag and music shows. The fest runs until 5 p.m. 191 Beale St. More info here. — Phillips

Blooming in Binghampton Festival at Carpenter Art Garden, Saturday:

Carpenter Art Garden will host its Blooming in Binghampton Festival on Saturday, June 6. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian file)

Saturday is looking lovely with highs in the 80s, so what better way to spend it than outside? This outdoor fest in the Carpenter Art Garden promises live music, an open mic session hosted by storyteller and musician Ekpe, a drum circle and panel discussions on everything from getting started in the music business to restorative economics. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 295 Carpenter St. More info here. — Phillips

‘Overripe and Untethered’ at Studiohouse on Malvern, Saturday:

Mary Jo Karimnia, center, participated during a Pizza Witches dance ceremony at Studiohouse on Malvern during its second open house. The Pizza Witches return on Saturday, June 6. (Brad Vest/Special to The Daily Memphian)

Artist Mary Jo Karimnia is hosting this exhibition and performance at her studio near Crosstown Concourse. The art show portion features stained-glass works by Courtney Fly, diamond dot portraits by Sandra Spernoga, a short-form animation with videographer Justin E. Thompson and musician Marcella Simien and flowers by Kristin Wolter of Everbloom. There will also be a Procession of the Pizza Witches, who will use umbrellas in choreographed dance. Volunteers are needed for that, which starts at 2 p.m. Drag artist Bela d’Ball will perform at 5 p.m., musician Jenny Davis will perform a flute solo at 7 p.m. and We Live on the New Madrid will play live music at 8 p.m. 1-9 p.m. Free. 418 Malvern St. More info here. — Phillips

High Fade at the Overton Park Shell, Saturday:

High Fade will perform at the Overton Park Shell on Saturday, June 6. (Submitted)

Scottish funk-rock band High Fade comes to Memphis as part of their “Twice As Nice” North American album tour. The band — Harry Valentino (guitar, vocals), Oliver Sentence (bass) and Heath Campbell (drums) — played Glastonbury in 2024. The band’s publicity team says you might like High Fade if you’re a fan of Fishbone, Living Colour, Red Hot Chili Peppers, ZZ Top, Led Zeppelin, Grand Funk Railroad and Anderson.Paak. You probably have heard the band’s song, “Burnt Toast & Coffee.” 7:30-9 p.m. Free admission. 1928 Poplar Ave. More info here. — Perry

Memphis Ice Cream Festival at Overton Park, Sunday:

Kaye’s Pints & Scoops will be at the Memphis Ice Cream Festival. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

Overton Park is turning 125! And you can’t celebrate a birthday without ice cream. This fest celebrates the park’s birthday with unlimited ice-cream tastings, a splash slide, food trucks, music and more. 2-5 p.m. on the Greensward. $10 for kids, $15 for adults. 1914 Poplar Ave. Get tickets here. — Phillips

Everclear and Marcy Playground at Bank Plus Amphitheater, Sunday:

Everclear will perform at Bank Plus Amphitheater on Sunday, June 7. (Amy Harris/Invision/AP file)

The dream of the ’90s is alive in Southaven this weekend. Art Alexakis of Everclear is hopefully still singing about that father of his, and Marcy Playground is probably still smelling sex and candy. Expect all the old 1990s hits and maybe some new stuff from Everclear, since Alexakis has steadily been recording new stuff since the band’s heyday. 7:30 p.m. $30-$84. 6285 Snowden Lane. More info here. — Phillips

 
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