NBA Summer League begins today, and the Grizzlies will have a team out there including draftees Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jevon Carter. Grizzly Bear Blues has all the info you need to know about Summer League, including the roster, how to watch, and storylines to follow.
The Orpheum Summer Movie Series kicks off tomorrow, Tuesday, July 3 at 7 PM with a showing of Independence Day. Doors open at 6 for fun activities in the lobby, including a photo booth and movie-themed drink specials.
The Mud Island River Park Independence Day celebration happens from 4 to 11 PM Wednesday, July 4. Lawn chairs and picnic baskets welcome. Live music by 5th Kind-Memphis, free rides for the kids, food and drink concessions, splash pad, and of course fireworks. This year they are offering something new, the chance to watch fireworks from the water. Launching from the cobblestone landing, you can rent a canoe or kayak for $20 an hour. You can bring your own for a $10 launch fee. Fireworks will start at 9:15.
What we learned this weekend: If you want to land a job, blow in a man’s ear. Lance Stephenson, who once blew in the ear of his new teammate LeBron James, has signed a 1-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Orpheum is hiring a vice-president of development.
That’s all I’ve got for now. Back tomorrow with more news.