The Ghost River taproom at 341-345 Beale is OPEN and you can catch Pam & Terry there this weekend. They play 4-7 today and 2-5 tomorrow, rain or shine.
Memphis 901 FC has an away match at Birmingham Legion FC tonight at 6:30. You can watch the game locally on CW30. Memphis recently added a veteran goalkeeper.
The Peabody is now offering a Love Me Tender accommodations package for couples who want a night of romance. It includes
- $100 credit toward room service dinner
- A floral arrangement
- Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries
- A “Pleasure Pack” adult intimacy kit
- Internet access
- Valet parking
Rates start from $470 and you can book here.
The Downtown Neighborhood Association has announced its July meeting. It will happen Tuesday, July 27 at the historic Woodruff-Fontaine House at 680 Adams. This was part of Millionaire’s Row in 19th-century Memphis and period furnishings and decorations are still in the house to see. Come early during the 5-6 PM social hour and let the staff show you around.
The agenda, beginning at 6:00, will include
- County Commissioner Mickell Lowery, a past DNA president
- City Council member Michalyn Easter-Thomas
- A representative from Appetizers, LLC discussing the new DNA smartphone app
- Updates on Mud Island Amphitheater and River Park
- Updates on Tom Lee Park
- Updates on Downtown safety
- News about “huge new developments” coming to Downtown
Members will receive complimentary wine and snacks. There will be a drawing to receive a $100 gift card from DNA member The Rendezvous. Use the DNA app on your phone to check in and avoid the line.
Today is National Pina Colada Day.
Don’t forget, you can get vaccinated for free today at Cordelia’s Market 3-6 PM. Those who get vaccinated get a free hot dog and soft drink. More about the vaccination pop-up from me on NewsBreak
The Memphis Flyer’s Crafts & Drafts Summer Market is 10-4 today at Crosstown Concourse.
Vintage plays Earnestine & Hazel’s tonight at 9.
Dirty Streets play a free show at Carolina Watershed tonight at 8.
Staying home this morning because I have News Break and Medium articles I want to get written. Tonight I plan to be out for That ’70s Party with DJ Superbrad at the Blind Bear. Back tomorrow with more news.