9 Ways to Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Memphis

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Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month all of May with a series of events, food outings, and activities. 

A nationwide celebration, Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebrates the rich history, contributions, and diverse experiences of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

Take off to JJ's Tropical: Mexican Bar & Grill

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Ladies and gentlemen, we are preparing for take off. This is a non-stop flight from Memphis, TN to JJ’s Tropical: Mexican Bar & Grill, so fasten those seatbelts and brace yourself, as we enter into the world of Spanish culture and cuisine.

We just landed at 1134 N Germantown Pkwy Suite 104. Do you hear that, it’s Tití Me Preguntó by Bad Bunny is playing on the speakers? Oh, you know you’re in the right place. 

Bog & Barley Impresses on all Fronts

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Bog & Barley will leave your jaw dropping and stomach full.

I went into Bog & Barley knowing it was going to be impressive inside but I still was not ready for just how much it would be. Bog & Barley is a product of love from DJ and Jamie Naylor, owners of Celtic Crossing in Cooper-Young.

The new upscale Irish pub is located in East Memphis at 6161 Poplar Ave. in the Regalia Shopping Center and underwent a $2.5 million renovation before opening with no details spared.

Memphis Craft Beer Events and News

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Memphis’ Craft Beer Scene is Brewin’

Anyone that knows me, knows my love of craft beer. I love our beer community here in Memphis because not only is it full of so much potential to grow but the ones that are already doing it, are brewing up great beers.

This guide will cover all the latest brewery news, special beer releases, events, and deals. For a full list of Memphis breweries click here

A Must-Do: Topgolf Swing Suites at Erling Jensen Small Bites

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This mix of Topgolf and delicious eats is your perfect night out.

Whether it’s a date night, business outing, or a night out with friends, a visit to the Topgolf Swing Suites at Erling Jensen Small Bites is an absolute must.

Don’t wait for Topgolf to open its facility in Germantown, start swinging away now because believe me, you’re going to need the practice.

Best Places to Work Remotely in Memphis

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This article was written by team members at Campfire Collective in collaboration with I Love Memphis.

At Campfire Collective, we know how to work hard – and we also know how important a change of scenery can be! We love to work all over Memphis in our favorite coffee shops, restaurants, and community spaces. Here are just a few of our favorite places where you can find us working through PR and marketing campaigns, chatting with clients, or having fun with our team.

Cheer on Memphis 901 FC in 6th Season

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Our 901 FC team returns to AutoZone Park for its 6th season with 17 chances to see them at home.

The Kings of Neon return for the 2024 season with a home opener on Saturday, March 9, against Las Vegas Lights FC.

This year’s squad is led by Head Coach Stephen Glass, who returns for his second season at the helm. Due to recent expansions in the USL, Memphis 901 FC will now compete in the USLC Western Conference.

TONE: Incubator of Hope for Black Authenticity, Creativity, and Culture

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Located in Orange Mound, TONE elevates Black artists creating culture. Check out TONE for their exhibitions, concerts, talks, readings, round-tables, and more. This blog focuses on the latest exhibition - Brick x Brick: A Billion Pounds of Cultivation.


Editor's Notes: TONE (as always) is going all out for Juneteenth this year with a four-day weekend celebration.  This year's  Check out their weekend of events:

TONE JUNETEENTH: A FAMILY REUNION WEEKEND