Community Calendar

Join us for a cozy night at the movies… with your stitching in hand.

We’re hosting a movie at Maiden Alley Cinema for a special summer series where the lights stay up just enough for you to sew, stitch, knit, or crochet while you watch! Bring your current project and settle in for a relaxing, creative night out.

🧵 All handwork is welcome:

English Paper Piecing, quilting, binding, embroidery, cross stitch, knitting, crochet and more.

Ticket Price: $18

YOUR TICKET WILL INCLUDE:

$10 Gift Certificate for Paper Pieces® Shop

$5 off entry to the National Quilt Museum

🎬 Featured Films:

June 11th: Sabrina

July 16th: Dirty Dancing

August 6th: Steel Magnolias

This is your chance to slow down, connect, and enjoy a little “you time” in the middle of a busy summer.

This series is especially meaningful to us, and Paper Pieces will be making a donation to ChildWatch following the events ❤️

Seats are limited, so grab yours early!

Movies in the Park is a family-friendly movie series. The movies are in Bob Noble Park on an inflatable screen set up in the grassy area near the Music Garden between the Noble Park Pool and Lake Gerry B. Montgomery.

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, snacks, and insect repellent.

Each movie starts at dusk, approximately 8 to 8:15 p.m. There is no charge to attend!

July 17 @ 7 pm
July 18 @ 4 pm and 6:30 pm
July 19 @ 4 pm
July 20 @ 7 pm

Showtimes and more at MaidenAlleyCinema.org.

July 17 @ 7 pm
July 18 @ 4 pm and 6:30 pm
July 19 @ 4 pm
July 20 @ 7 pm

Showtimes and more at MaidenAlleyCinema.org.

MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK IS BACK!
Mark your calendars because the Durrett Avenue Neighborhood Association is bringing the community together for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and family!
Saturday, July 18, 2026 Joe Mumford Park
Festivities Begin: 6:00 PM Movie Starts: At Dusk
Featured Movie: GOAT (2026)
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, friends, and your best movie-night vibes! Enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars with great entertainment and an opportunity to connect with your neighbors.
Food Vendors Wanted! Interested in being a vendor? Contact Ardell Owens at 270-348-0668.
For More Information: LaShaa Manning Durrett Ave Neighborhood Association Event Coordinator 270-839-0303
Admission is FREE, so invite everyone you know! Let’s pack the park and make this a night to remember.

July 17 @ 7 pm
July 18 @ 4 pm and 6:30 pm
July 19 @ 4 pm
July 20 @ 7 pm

Showtimes and more at MaidenAlleyCinema.org.

July 17 @ 7 pm
July 18 @ 4 pm and 6:30 pm
July 19 @ 4 pm
July 20 @ 7 pm

Showtimes and more at MaidenAlleyCinema.org.

Thursday, July 23, 2026

5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Location: Discovery Center, Heritage Park and ATA Hall

Celebrate the start of a new school year with an evening of family-friendly fun during Discovery Park’s Back-to-School Member Movie Night and Park After Dark. Members, University of Tennessee at Martin faculty, staff, students and their families are invited to enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the museum and grounds.

Guests can explore the Discovery Center and Heritage Park, participate in a weather-themed educational lesson and create a chick-themed craft to take home before gathering for a special screening of “Chicken Little.” Attendees will learn basic pom-pom making and knot-tying techniques while creating their own chick craft. During the movie, the Discovery Center and Heritage Park will remain open for guests to continue exploring.

You will discover:

Weather concepts through an engaging educational lesson

How to create a chick-themed craft using pom-pom and knot-tying techniques

Exclusive after-hours access to the Discovery Center and Heritage Park

Family-friendly entertainment during a screening of “Chicken Little”

Park After Dark offers members and special guests unique opportunities to experience Discovery Park beyond regular operating hours through educational activities, special programs and exclusive access to exhibits and attractions.

Schedule

5:30 p.m. | Doors open
6 p.m. | Chick-themed craft-making
7 p.m. | Screening of “Chicken Little”
8:30 p.m. | Discovery Center and Heritage Park close

This event is free with Discovery Park membership. University of Tennessee at Martin faculty, staff, students and their families are also invited to attend.

Not a member? Become a member today.

This event is brought to you by Premier Primary Care and Larcom Air.

Join us for a summer fun classic movie with Gidget (1959), snacks & drinks are provided!

Movies in the Park is a family-friendly movie series. The movies are in Bob Noble Park on an inflatable screen set up in the grassy area near the Music Garden between the Noble Park Pool and Lake Gerry B. Montgomery.

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, snacks, and insect repellent.

Each movie starts at dusk, approximately 8 to 8:15 p.m. There is no charge to attend!