Now this is how I want to go… thanks to Air Traffic Mike for forwarding me this story about a man who made a coffin shaped like a giant Pabst Blue Ribbon can. Until he dies, the thing is being used as a beer cooler, storing PBR, of course. When he dies, he’ll be buried in it. I want one!
At lunchtime on Wednesday, May 7, there will be a walking tour of Memphis’ history, led by Jimmy Ogle, which will examine manhole covers, of all things. That’s a unique way to learn about the city. Tour departs from Union and Riverside at 11:45. If not slammed at work I’ll try to make it to the tour and take notes.
Best bets Downtown for Cinco de Mayo celebrations tonight:
- Rio Loco has margaritas – frozen and on the rocks, as well as many types of tequila, and Dos Equis Amber and Lager on draft and available in large 25 oz. glasses. Get a free T-shirt (and possibly a free DUI) if you finish 2 jumbo margaritas or a pitcher of margaritas.
- Since it’s Monday and therefore Pint Nite at the Flying Saucer, you can get pint drafts of either Dos Equis Amber or Lager on draft for $2.75. They also have Tecate in cans, Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, Pacifico and a few more Mexican beers in bottles.
- I’m sure the Happy Mexican on South Second is doing some kind of Cinco de Mayo celebration, although I still don’t have the exact details.
- The South Main Association is having a Cinco de Mayo celebration from 6 to 10 at the Arcade. You have to be a member but you can join at the door. Free food plus two free drink tickets.
And now it’s time to reveal my BFF of the month for the month of May. There have been several good people suggested, all of whom would make excellent BFFs. However, after careful consideration I have decided that my BFF of the Month for May will be…………. nobody. I want to experience what it’s like to not have a BFF for a month. I will name a new BFF of the Month on June 2 (can’t do it on June 1 because that’s the day Tube Top Month kicks off).
As for my former BFF, I had a good discussion with her friend Michelle about my reasons for kicking her. If my former BFF wants to know why she got kicked, she can talk to Michelle.
I’ll be at Pint Nite from approximately 5:45 PM until late.