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Fri, May 8: Memphis Greek Festival 2026
Sat, May 9: Baby Day at Memphis Zoo!
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May 10: Mother's Day Brunch at The Peabody Memphis
Sat, May 16: A'Fair Arts and Crafts Festival 2026
Sat, May 23: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse The Exhibit
Mon, May 25: 2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks
Thu, May 28: Memphis Italian Festival 2026 Sun, May 31: Collage Dance Conservatory: Charlene & The Chocolate Factory
Tue, Jun 2: Disney's Beauty and the Beast (Orpheum Theatre)
Fri, Jun 19: Disney's Tarzan at Harrell Theatre
Sat, Aug 8: Elvis Week 2026
Thu, Aug 13: 2026 Wilson County Fair |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers: When they were handing out high school yearbook awards, some of my classmates unofficially, though cheerfully, voted me Least Likely to Become a Professional Cheerleader. I couldn’t really disagree: After all, I was a nerd before being a nerd came into fashion, much more comfortable in a library than at a pep rally. So much for teenage
predictions! Yesterday, my daughter Ella turned 25, which means KidsOutAndAbout turns 25, too. When Ella was imminent, and her sister Madison was one-and-a-half, I was realizing just how many incredible experiences for kids and families were all around us in Rochester, NY. Back then, before web calendars were a thing, finding out about stuff happening meant you had to know where to look. So during maternity leave from my old technology consulting firm, I
decided to build a place to make invisible opportunities visible, to celebrate the people who create them, and to build audiences for these great things. We’ve grown to a dedicated team of 20 people doing work that matters, serving 52 regions with 15 million readers per year and 750,000 weekly newsletter subscribers. So yes, I’m a professional cheerleader, and I love it. I love this. I love that my job is to help build an audience for the remarkable experiences
people are bringing to life. I love that our mission is to shine a light on the concerts, camps, classes, festivals, trails, museums, libraries, theaters, and local treasures large and small that become family stories and memories. Far from slowing down, we’re heading into hyper-drive for our Silver Anniversary, so stay tuned! Thank you for being part of the journey, and for giving us so much to cheer about.
—Debra Ross, publisher of
KidsOutAndAbout.com, co-author of The Eclipse Effect: How to Seize Extraordinary Moments to Build Strong Communities
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KidsOutAndAbout.com: Discover more. Do more. Connect more. If you like my publisher's column, you can easily scroll through past columns in the "Notes from Deb" section of our site. |
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Make this summer unforgettable at YMCA Camp Discovery, where kids explore new interests, build lasting friendships, and stay active in a safe, supportive environment. From outdoor adventures and swimming to arts, sports, and hands-on learning, every day is filled with fun and purpose. Our dedicated staff create meaningful experiences that help children grow in confidence, independence, and teamwork. Whether it’s their first camp or a returning favorite, campers leave with lifelong memories. Give your child a summer full of discovery, excitement, and belonging—because at the Y, every child has the chance to thrive.
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- Every Saturday, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art is FREE from 10am - 12pm! - Memphis Brooks Museum of Art - 1934 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104, Saturday, May 2, 10am - 12pm
- Project Pop-up! (all ages) - Dixon Gallery & Gardens - Park Avenue, Memphis, TN, Saturday, May 2, 1 PM - 3 PM
- Project Pop-up (all ages) -
Dixon Gallery & Gardens - Park Avenue, Memphis, TN, Saturday, May 2, 1pm-3pm
- Annual community day health fair - Greater Faith Ministries - 905 East Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN 38116, Saturday, May 2, 10am
- Cordova’s Vendor Market - Incredible Pizza Company - 1245 North Germantown Parkway, Ste. 104 Memphis, TN, Saturday, May 2, 9 AM – 3 PM
- Spring 2026
Exhibitions at Crosstown Arts - Crosstown Arts - 1350 Concourse Avenue #280, Memphis, TN 38104, Sunday, May 3, 11 am - 8 pm
- Game Flea Market - 2867 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38111, Sunday, May 3, 1pm - 4pm
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The KidsOutAndAbout annual guide to summer camps in the Memphis area is back! You can search by date, age, or categories like day/overnight, sports, drama, music, theatre, arts & crafts, technology, robotics, horseback riding, preschool, & more. Our
guide puts summer fun right at your fingertips!
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Parents have an abundance of choices when it comes to PreK and day care options in the Memphis area! Use our Big List to help find the best one for your kiddos and check our events calendar to find Open Houses where you can meet teachers and tour the
schools.
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Looking for a thrilling family-friendly adventure in the Memphis area? Escape rooms are interactive, puzzle-packed experiences where you and your team work together to solve clues and complete your mission-all before time runs out! Whether you're escaping a
spooky cabin, cracking a high-stakes heist, or breaking a magical curse, escape rooms offer exciting, screen-free fun for kids, teens, and adults.
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Have a great weekend!
Debra Ross
Publisher, KidsOutAndAbout.com
Mom of Madison and Ella |
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