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Here's an easy way to know that the holidays have arrived in Memphis: check out the huge display window at Flashback Vintage Department Store on Central Ave. Flashback never misses a chance to decorate for a holiday, but shop owner Millet Vance…
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Of course filmmaker Craig Brewer loves Memphis. The city has been an undeniable inspiration to his work (most of his movies have been shot in Memphis and feature some local music and actors). His most recent Memphis-themed project, 5 Dollar Cover…
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When I saw construction workers building a pedestrian bridge between the University of Memphis law school and Confederate Park, I thought they were a little crazy. I mean, how hard is it to walk to the street corner and cross Court like a normal…
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Happy Monday, y'all. Today in Memphis, we've got restaurant news, a sneak peek at the new Hi-Tone Cafe, and a ton of advice for Music Fest goers. Also, we remember civil rights activist Maxine Smith, who passed away over the weekend. All of that…
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How frustrating is it that there are days in Memphis when the humidity is at 100 percent and it won't rain? But when it does actually rain, it's glorious. Assignment #163 in the 365 Things to Do in Memphis is to take advantage of the rain and find…
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320 / 365 It was hard to get a not-blurry photo of Ms. Marjorie - during story time at Booksellers at Laurelwood, she's constantly moving around, clapping, dancing and singing songs to a wide-eyed audience of children. Story time is every Tuesday…
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A few months ago, I stopped by the Brooks Museum to see "and exactly Twenty Years", a retrospective by Memphis artist Greely Myatt. I started crushing on his work almost immediately after entering the gallery. His sculptures are surprising and…
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It's the last day of the 2011 edition of the 30 Days of Free Stuff, and I've got one more prize to give out. It's a copy of Jack Oblivian's brand new record, "Rat City". This one is a little more pop than garage rock, but it's still got that...
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Annual ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Memphis Put on something green and raise a glass of emerald beer! Here are the annual events that celebrate the luck of the Irish in Memphis. 2022 Guide Coming Soon Beale Street St. Patrick's Day…
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It sounds a little strange to make a milkshake with avocados, but you've got to trust me on this one. Avocado shakes are awesome. They're sort of like a regular fruit shake's more exotic cousin. They taste just like a sweeter, creamier, drinkable…