Events for April 2014
Olive Branch Chamber of Commerce
Apr 1 - Apr 30    Lifeguard Training Class
Be whistle worthy with this lifeguard training class at the Olive Branch Family YMCA! See web link for details on days, times and registration information. 
Date: April 1, 2014
Website: http://www.ymcamemphis.org/find-a-y/olive/
Location: Olive Branch Family YMCA
Contact: Shelley Henderson
EMail: shenderson@ymcamemphis.org
Date/Time Details: April
Apr 2 - Apr 5    Rhea Lana's Children's Consignment Event
Great event for community moms to sell outgrown children's clothes, toys, and more, as well as, stock up on current sizes at a fraction of retail.
Date: April 2, 2014
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Website: http://www.desoto.rhealana.com
Location: Olive Branch Shrine Club 9765 Goodman Road
Contact: Rhonda 901-626-1160
EMail: rhonda@rhealana.com
Date/Time Details: 4/2 10AM-9PM 4/3 10AM-3PM 4/4 10AM-9PM 4/5 8AM-2PM
Fees/Admission: Free!!
Apr 3    South Branch Lions Club
Regular Monthly meeting of the Lions Club.
Date: April 3, 2014
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Sweet Peas Table, Hwy 305 & Mid-South Dr.
Contact: Dave Young, 901-238-8001
EMail: southbranchlionsclub@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: April 3rd 6:30pm
Apr 5    Branch Out Spring Music Festival
First Cumberland Presbyterian Church of Olive Branch presents the Branch Out Spring Music Festival, a FREE admission, outdoor celebration with Live Music featuring 8 acts including Short in the Sleeve (folk pop), Blue Day (blue grass), Collin Littlejohn and His Girlfriend's Dad (guitar and keyboard duo), Typewriter Ribbon (alternative power pop), the Erica Roane Band (blues), Wally Ford and the Lizard Kings (Beatles-esque rockabilly pop), and the church's own First Cumberland Quartet and The Branch Band (contemporary Christian). Expect vendor booths showcasing Arts and Crafts, Fair Food, and a Bake Sale, as well as Children's Activities such as an Inflatable Bounce Castle, Fairys and Frogs Face Painting, Mr. Mike and Mr. David The Balloon Men and Strolling Entertainment plus an Ultimate Frisbee Tournament.  The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., is family friendly and open to the public. Bring lawn chairs.  In case of rain, the event moves indoors.  Visit www.firstcpchurch.org or call 662-893-7347 for more info or to sign up as a vendor. For a limited time, VENDOR BOOTHS in a 10x10 space ARE STILL AVAILABLE for only $20 or $25 with electricity.
Date: April 5, 2014
Website: http://www.firstcpchurch.org
Location: First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 8161 Germantown Rd., Olive Branch, MS 38654
Contact: 662-893-7347
EMail: officefcpc@yahoo.com
Date/Time Details: April 5, 2014, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Free admission
Apr 5    Whispering Woods Half Marathon & Twigs 5K
Put on by the Olive Twig Hospitality Group to benefit Lebonheur Children's Hospital and local scholarships.  Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk
Finisher Medals for Half Marathon
Food & Door Prizes
 
Date: April 5, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Website: http://whispering5k.racesonline.com
Location: Whispering Woods Hotel & Conference Center, 7300 Hacks Cross Road, Olive Branch MS 38654
Contact: Angi Owens - Race Coordinator 901-220-6284
EMail: runnergirl0526@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: April 5, 2014 8:00 AM
Fees/Admission: Please see website for race fees
Apr 5    Heart Healthy Health Fair and 5K Run/Walk
Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto is partnering with the DeSoto County Greenways to host its third annual Heart Healthy Spring Fling on Saturday, April 5th from 8 AM to Noon.  This heart-focused health fair is designed for those who desire to live healthier lifestyles in 2014 and is free to the public.

We will provide:
  • Free heart risk assessment screenings:  Blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and BMI
  • Fresh produce offered onsite at wholesale prices
  • Chats with experts from the Stern Cardiovascular Foundation every hour
  • Life exercise demonstrations with exercise bands to take home
  • Healthy cooking demonstrations from hospital nutritionists with free recipe cards and cooking tips.
  • Heart healthy give-a-ways every 20 minutes

The event will start with a 5k race followed by a 1 mile senior walk.

Come out and participate!
Date: April 5, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Website: http://www.bmhcc.org
Location: Entrance to Baptist Hospital-DeSoto, 7601 Southcrest Parkway, Southaven, MS 38671
EMail: info@bmhcc.org
Date/Time Details: April 5, 2014, 8 AM-Noon
Fees/Admission: Free to the Public
Apr 10    Hearing Health Dine & Learn
FREE Event! If you can't make it to our Dine & Learn at Olive Branch Senior Center on April 11th (11:30 am) please don't miss this opportunity!

If you or someone you know suffers from hearing loss we invite you to come meet our staff at this free event. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with hearing challenges.
We will discuss common causes and signs of hearing loss, myths of hearing loss, as well as state of the art solutions.
  • Complimentary Refreshments 
  • Silver Creek Tours also available
  • $200 Special Discounts on Zounds Digital Hearing Aids..Door Prizes...Bring A Friend!
Limited Space Available - Please RSVP by calling (662) 892-3296
Date: April 10, 2014
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: http://www.hearmasters.com
Location: Silver Creek Senior Living Community
Contact: RSVP (662) 892-3296
EMail: jpickler@hearmasters.com
Date/Time Details: April 10, 2014 6:30-7:30 pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Apr 11    Hearing Health Dine & Learn
FREE Event! If you can't make it to our Dine & Learn at Silver Creek Senior Living Community on April 10th (6:30 pm), please don't miss this opportunity!
If you or someone you know suffers from hearing loss we invite you to come meet our staff at this free event. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with hearing challenges.
We will discuss common causes and signs of hearing loss, myths of hearing loss, as well as state of the art solutions.
  • Complimentary Meal will be provided
  • $200 Special Discounts on Zounds Digital Hearing Aids..Door Prizes..Bring a Friend!
Limited Space Available - Please RSVP by calling (662) 892-3296
Date: April 11, 2014
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: http://www.hearmasters.com
Location: Olive Branch Senior Center
Contact: RSVP (662) 892-3296
EMail: jpickler@hearmasters.com
Date/Time Details: April 11, 2014 11:30 am - 1 pm
Fees/Admission: Free
Apr 11    G.L.O.W. in the Dark Egg Hunt
God's Love is the Only Way!
For 3rd thru 5th graders
Date: April 11, 2014
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.mapleschurch.org
EMail: alecia@mapleschurch.org
Fees/Admission: None
Apr 12    Family Event: Walk with Jesus
Families will experience the events of Easter on a guided one-hour trip from Palm Sunday to Easter moring and an Easter Egg Hunt
Date: April 12, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://www.mapleschurch.org
EMail: Alecia@mapleschurch.org
Fees/Admission: None
Apr 17    South Branch Lions Club
Regular Monthly meeting of the Lions Club.
Date: April 17, 2014
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Sweet Peas Table, Hwy 305 & Mid-South Dr.
Contact: Dave Young, 901-238-8001
EMail: southbranchlionsclub@gmail.com
Date/Time Details: April 17th 6:30pm
Apr 17    Maundy Thursday
Holy Communion Service
Date: April 17, 2014
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.mapleschurch.org
EMail: john@mapleschurch.org
Apr 18    Tenebrae Art Gallery & Service
Come see works of art inspired by the words and music of the Tenebrae Service.  Music and readings that portray the Passion of Jesus Christ.
Date: April 18, 2014
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.mapleschurch.org
Location: Sanctuary
EMail: joey@mapleschurch.org
Fees/Admission: none
Apr 20    Easter Worship Services
Maples offers worship service at 8:45a.m. and 11:00a.m..  Service includes special music by choirs and orchestra in the celebration of the Resurrection.
Date: April 20, 2014
Website: http://www.mapleschurch.org
EMail: jane@mapleschurch.org
Apr 26    Healthy Kid's Day Event and 5K race
The YMCA will be hosting our annual Healthy Kid's Day event and 5K race! This event is open to the public. We will have games, crafts, vendors, the Olive Branch Fire and Police Departments and much more to promote health in our kids. The 5K race will begin at 8am and registration is open now!
Date: April 26, 2014
Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Website: http://www.ymcamemphis.org
Location: Olive Branch Family YMCA
Contact: Elizabeth Clark
EMail: eclark@ymcamemphis.org
Date/Time Details: Saturday, April 26th 8am-noon
Apr 28 - May 4    Art is...Dixie
Seven fabulous days of mixed media art workshops and special events. Artists from across the country and Australia will be teaching everything from Soldering, Felting, Art Dolls, Sculpture, Decoupage, Collage, Journaling, Acrylic Painting, Calligraphy, Watercolor and more. Come for a day or more..we even have an evening of workshops. Special events include a wonderful evening Art Trunk (Open & free to public) on Wednesday night featuring finished art such as collages, assemblages, art quilts, steam punk jewelry and altered art. They will also be selling supplies such as art papers, kits, beads, frippery, collage sheets, fibers, yarns, fabrics, unique vintage items and original flea market finds.
Date: April 28, 2014
Website: http://www.art-is-you.com
Location: Whispering Woods Hotel and Conference Center
Contact: Sallianne McClelland
EMail: artis@art-is-you.com
Date/Time Details: Monday 28 April 2014 - Sunday 4 May 2014. Daily
Fees/Admission: Varies according to workshops booked
Apr 30    Art Trunk Dixie
Art Trunk features local, national and international mixed media artists and supplies. Finished art such as collages, assemblages, art quilts, steam punk jewelry and altered art. They will also be selling supplies such as art papers, kits, beads, frippery, collage sheets, fibers, yarns, fabrics, unique vintage items and original flea market finds. Silent Art Auction will raise money for St Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN.
Date: April 30, 2014
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Website: http://www.art-is-you.com
Location: Whispering Woods Hotel and Conference Center
Contact: Sallianne McClelland
EMail: artis@art-is-you.com
Date/Time Details: 30th April 2014 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Fees/Admission: Free Admission. Donations will be accepted and directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital