The Majestic Grille will feature some of the most popular dishes from Cocozza on today’s menu. Cocozza was the Italian-American kitchen that operated as a pop-up in the Majestic’s space during the pandemic. Specials today include
- Eggplant Parmesan
- Chicken Parmesan
- Meatballs
- Spinach Manicotti
- Cheesy Garlic Bread
All of these are available for dine-in or take-out.
Music Bingo comes to Grind City Brewing Thursday, June 17 7-9 PM. Listen to the tunes you love as you mark them off on your card. Here are the details:
- Free to play
- Prize every round
- Hosted by Kevin Cerrito
- Food truck on site
- All ages
- If you have not been vaccinated, a mask is required
The Redbirds are throwing the biggest 4th of July party in the history of AutoZone Park Friday, July 2-Sunday, July 4. All week long there will be a Specialty Cookout Ticket. These start at just $31, and from the time the park’s gates open until an hour after the first pitch, you get unlimited hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, cookies, and up to 2 soft drinks per person. There will also be fireworks all three nights.
On Friday, July 2, the first 1000 fans through the gate receive a Redbirds Flag Trucker Hat presented by Prairie Farms. It will also be Dress Like Your Dad Night. Come dressed as your dad and have a chance to win prizes like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and grills from Home Depot.
The fun continues Saturday, July 3, with the second of three fireworks shows that holiday weekend.
For Sunday, July 4’s game, all kids 12 and under will receive ice cream sandwiches.
In addition, the Redbirds will wear Independence Day-themed jerseys and hats all weekend. Get your tickets
As for tonight’s Redbirds game, the opponent is the Gwinnett Stripers (Atlanta Braves Triple-A club) and the first pitch is 7:10. Every ticket tonight includes a free hot dog, bag of chips, and a soda.
Starting July 1, Paula & Raiford’s Disco will add an R&B Night on Thursdays.
I just checked Weatherbug’s hourly forecast… the humidity is going to rise above the 90% mark by midnight. Yuck! The temperature will likely stay under 90 today, but the feels-like temperature will reach 300 or so.
Y’all. I’m hearing from numerous people that karaoke at the Blind Bear is really, really good. If you’ve read this blog for years, you know that I am not the biggest fan of karaoke in general, but apparently, this night is something really special. It’s hosted by DJ Superbrad and it happens every Wednesday at 9. I plan on going next Wednesday. NO I am not going to sing.
Check out this great piece on River Time Market & Deli by local writer Jennifer Jones. Bill and Pam are two of the people who make Downtown the neighborhood it is. Their sandwiches and deli offerings are fantastic.
Did you know that you can watch the July 4 fireworks display from a kayak in the Wolf River Harbor?
Comeback Coffee in The Pinch District is hiring a barista.
Oh dear Lord: There’s going to be an announcement about the removal of the Forrest remains today in Health Sciences Park. The announcement will include leaders of the Sons of Confederate Veterans.
From SI.com: Penny Hardaway is attracting attention from NBA teams with head coaching vacancies.
Memphis Magazine has a tidbit about Longshot’s new menu. Soy ginger chicken and a KFC (Korean fried chicken) sandwich are standouts.
The CA reports that Capsule, a vintage clothing and shoe store, will soon open in the vacant space at 145 Madison.
In the same article, the CA reports that owners of 345 Madison (the old Stop 345 entertainment venue) are looking to turn the space into a restaurant. They’d ideally like to attract an established Memphis restaurant brand that does not yet have a Downtown presence.
StyleBlueprint has your updated guide to Harbor Town.
The Artesian at 717 Riverside has new owners, the CA reports.
Bass Pro is giving away 500 fishing rods over the next 2 weeks to introduce kids to the joy of fishing. Kids can catch their first fish (and get a certificate commemorating it) right there in the store.
You know, once a fish has been caught 40 or 50 times and thrown back, you’d think it’d learn not to trust anything on a hook. Fish are stupid.
After work my plan is happy hour at the Silly Goose, a walk south (weather permitting) to catch the first hour of the Arkansas vs. NC State Super Regional game at Max’s Sports Bar, then back north to Blind Bear to catch Pam & Terry (still not clear whether they’re playing indoors or on the patio; given the humidity I sure hope it’s indoors). Back tomorrow with more news.