Kirby Pines Retirement Community | The Pinecone

• 16 • The Pinecone | March 2019 Mar 19: The Quiet Man A retired American boxer returns to the village of his birth in Ireland, where he finds love. Showtime at 1:30 pm. Mar 19: St. Patrick’s Dance with Swing Time Explosion Everyone’s IRISH on St Patty’s Day so don your green and come celebrate the Wearin O the Green with Swing Time Explosion at 6:30 pm in the PAC. Mar 20: Alzheimer’s Support Group Are you caring for a loved one with Al- zheimers or dementia? Our support group meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month in the Ante Room at 10:00 am. Mar 20: IRIS Orchestra String Trio This performance features a special pre- sentation from IRIS Orchestra String Trio performing an eclectic mix of styles guar- anteed to delight audiences with classic fa- vorites as well as new gems. The program is followed by a complimentary reception. Admission is $5.00 at the door. Sign up in Transportation. Departure time is 12:45 pm. Mar 20: Smart Moves This month’s topic is “Exercise for Ener- gy”. The meeting will be held 1:30 pm in the PAC. Mar 20: Virtual Field Trip: Join us in the Movie Theater as we go on a Virtual Field Trip. The destination will be announced closer to the time to enable the creators to send us to the most inter- esting places. Begins at 2:00 pm. Mar 20: Girls Night Out Don’t miss this good time with just the la- dies for Sweet Magnolias . 6:30 pm in the Movie Theater. Mar 21: Orpheum: Fiddler on the Roof Featuring the Broadway classics “Tradi- tion,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life,” this new production will intro- duce a new generation to this uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life! Call the box office for tickets @ 525-3000. If you are going to ride the bus you need to sign up in Transporta- tion. Departure time is 6:30 pm. Mar 22: Music with Joyce Cobb As a singer, teacher, and actor, Joyce has done it all! Don’t miss this local legend with her amazing musical talent. Join her at 6:00 pm in the Lobby. Mar 23: Suzuki Piano Students Join us in the Lobby as this talented group of students from University of Memphis Scheidt School of Music play their spring recital pieces at 1:30 pm. Mar 23: MSO: David Porter Memphian and Grammy winner Da- vid Porter is one of the most important figures in all the world of music. MSO proudly welcomes and celebrates Porter, the man behind “Soul Man,” “Hold On I’m Coming,” even “Dream Lover” and “Getting Jiggy Wit It!” Call Box office for tickets @ 537-2525. Be sure and sign up in Transportation. Departure time 6:30 pm. Mar 24: Music with Johnny More Join vocalist and guitarist Johnny More for some Johnny Cash and a variety of your other favorites in the Lobby at 6:00 pm. Mar 25: Magnum: Novel Connection Writer Jessica Fletcher helps investigate attempts to murder Higgins and three women. Showtime 1:30 pm . Mar 26: The Book Baggers Our read for this month we will be read- ing “They Gotta Sleep Sometime” the second book in the six-book “Murder in Memphis” series by James C. Paavola. Mr. Paavola will be with to discuss his work. He will be bringing books for pur- chase to the meeting. As always, you are encouraged to share this group with new residents and any friends you would like to invite. The Book Baggers meet the 4th Tuesday of every month in the Chapel at 9:30 am. Mar 26: Travelers: IMAX & Pink Palace Museum Chose a movie & lunch at Metro East Deli or a double feature: Mysteries of China and Tiny Giants @ $9 each. Tuesdays the Museum is FREE starting at 1:00 pm. The Pink Palace Mansion is newly renovated and there’s a brand new exhibit celebrat- ing Memphis’ Bicentennial. Be sure to see the 40 yr old Clyde Parke Miniature Cir- cus which has been moved to the second floor, performing for 6 minutes only at 2:00. We should be back to Kirby about 3:00-3:30 pm. Sign up in Transportation. Departure time is 10:00 am. Mar 27: Volunteer Fair Join us in the LCR for a Volunteer Fair. Find out about some of the opportunities that are available all over the community. From 10:00 am to noon. Mar 28: Library Book Sale Everyone loves a book sale! The library will be holding their book sale in the Sunroom starting Thursday and running through Sunday the 31st. The times are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm except on Sunday from noon to 3:00 pm. Mar 28: Theatre Memphis: 1776 1776, an unlikely but highly relevant mu- sical, marches into Theatre Memphis on the Lohrey Stage. A funny, insightful and compelling drama with a striking score and legendary book. Call the box office for tickets @ 682-8601. Sign up in Trans- portation. Departure at 6:30 pm. Mar 29: VietnamWar Veterans Breakfast Please join us in the main dining room on Thursday, March 29th at 9:00 am for a Buffet Breakfast in honor of VietnamWar Day. Bring your memories and memora- bilia for this morning of good food and fellowship. Vietnam Veterans only please. Mar 29: Music with The Beverly Brothers The Beverly Brothers perform harmony based songs ranging from classic country to classic rock and roll favorites. This 2 guitar duo always delivers a spirited, high energy show that invites and incites audi- ence participation. Go enjoy at 6:00 pm in the Lobby.