The Grizzlies are getting their own NBA D-League basketball team here in the Memphis metro, to play their home games at Landers Center in Southaven. They will be called the Memphis Hustle and their colors will be red and white. Here’s an article that explains the story behind the brand. I love it and don’t think it could have been branded any better. The Grizzlies’ marketing team hit a slam dunk on this one. There will be an open house for the Hustle tomorrow, Saturday, June 3 from 11 to 3 at Landers Center.
“Like” the Hustle on Facebook to keep up with news about the team.
It’s ’60s Night at the Redbirds tonight. Fans can purchase a $17 field box or $20 dugout ticket that comes with a sleeve of the Redbirds in a Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band pose. Randomly selected fans will get their sleeve signed by the Redbirds. The team will wear Sgt. Pepper-style jerseys that will be auctioned off to benefit the Redbirds Community Fund. British Invasion-style Band Jeffrey and the Pacemakers (these guys are great, by the way) will perform in the plaza prior to the game with select beers for $2.
The Mighty Souls Brass Band headlines Fourth Bluff Friday tonight at Memphis Park tonight from 4 to 10. TapBox will have ten beers on tap. RiverPlay will be fully activated with ping-pong, half-court basketball, roller skating, and giant chess. There will be views of the Mississippi and this event is kid and dog friendly.
Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory kicks off the Orpheum’s summer movie series. 7 PM show time, but come early for the drink special or for the photo booth filled with movie props. Those who attend are always welcome to wear movie-themed costumes.
The Peabody is hosting Sunset Happy Hour on the rooftop tonight starting at 4:30. You can sip a cocktail and watch the sun set over the Mississippi in a chilled-out environment. There is no cover charge.
You can sign up to play catch on the field at Sunday’s Redbirds game. Limited to 50 pairs.
Memphis Made Brewing Co. is hosting a benefit for Alyssa Moore tomorrow. Moore was the primary target three weeks ago at Murphy’s when Jared McLemore set himself on fire and ran into the bar toward Moore, the sound engineer. Bands performing include Linda Heck, Mystic Light Casino, The Rough Hearts, The Margins, Static Bombs, Los Psychosis, Crockett Hall, and The Incredible Hook. Between bands there will be comedy by Will Loden, Angela Garrone, Tommy Oler, Katrina Coleman, Jason Pulley, Benny Elbows, and Hunter Sandlin.
Weekend is almost here! Undecided between Silly Goose and “my home away from home on the south side” Max’s Sports Bar after work. Back tomorrow with more news.