You’re a Memphian, yes? Then you are also a music lover. No no, don’t even try to argue – the two are pratically synonymous. You don’t have to love everything you listen to, but you definitely appreciate good tunes when you hear them, and in Memphis, good tunes are heard a lot. In fact, [...]
Trolley Night This last Friday, my husband and I enjoyed a fun night on the South Main Historical District. On the the last Friday of every month there is an event called Trolley Night. Shops are open late and museums are open to the public. We enjoyed live music playing and looking at what the [...]
Peabody Elementary School hosted it’s annual International Festival today. This well-attended event served to showcase Peabody’s strong emphasis on international studies through song, dance, and project exhibitions. Countries highlighted included China, Kenya, France, and Russia. Even the school’s daily affirmation was recited in Russian, which happens to be the language the school has standardized on [...]
One of the many beauties of Memphis is that you can turn almost any corner and your ears will be blessed with the impassioned sounds of a blues musician. But, it is not every day that you get to be in the presence of a blues legend like Buddy Guy. This Thursday, May 6th, the [...]
More often than not, if one describes an artist’s work as “social” or “political” the end result is simple propaganda. There’s nothing left for the viewer to explore or discover – the work is simply a biased view of life, posing all of the questions as well as the (supposed) answers to them. The show [...]
The irrepressible Sister Myotis is heading to New York City- can I get an AMEN? Memphis’ own Sister Myotis is headed to New York City’s Abingdon Theatre in June. Let’s help her get there! Come to South of Beale on Wednesday, May 5 from 5-7pm for a chance to contribute to the cause – over [...]
From the Orpheum Theatre: Orpheum Star Search promotes regional talent and spotlights local high school and college students, continuing the regions’ commitment to music while being mindful of its rich musical heritage. Wayne Jackson of the Memphis Horns says,” This event is just what our city needs, to seek out and nurture that next wave [...]
What’s happening, everybody? No, really, we mean it – what do YOU suggest we do this weekend? This weather is threatening, but we know there are still cool things going on! If you’re looking for something to do, take a cue from your fellow Memphians, as quoted from our very own Twitter page: MemphisCASA Join [...]
Milano’s Pizza Talk about a great place to get Italian food! They serve the best pizza, breadsticks, and calzones I have ever tasted, and I have tasted a lot! This place is one of mine and my husbands local Bartlett favorites, we come here almost every week and each time we get nothing but the [...]
Once a year, the living dead prey upon downtown Memphis. Be forewarned that this year’s Zombie Walk will be May 28. More to come soon, but if you’re dying of curiosity you can check out my post on Zombie Walk 2009, or visit the Memphis Zombies Facebook page.
Please note that this event has been postponed due to weather and will now be on May 8: Gather up your friends and family and come down to Spring Fest at Peabody Park near the corner of Cooper and Central in Midtown on May 1 from 10-3. There will be a giant moon bounce and [...]
The single most important connection you’ll make all year. Join The Leadership Academy for an evening of uniquely Memphis entertainment and keynote speaker Tom Schmitt, SVP, FedEx Solutions, and leader of Memphis Fast Forward. Make plans to celebrate at Playhouse on the Square May 11, 2010 5:30-7:30pm presented by in partnership with The event is [...]
