Friday update #1 was Paul’s Picks for Downtown Dining Week, which begins Monday. Keep scrolling once you’re done reading this post to read that one.
The CA has a look at how our NBA mascot Grizz has evolved over the years.
Tonight’s stop on the Grizzlies’ road trip is Portland, where they play the Trail Blazers at 9. TV: Bally Sports. This will be a group-stage game for the NBA in-season tournament.
Saturday is National Wine Tasting Day. Also, a shout-out to my friend Tawanda Pirtle for National Chicken Lady Day Saturday.
A man’s car was stolen while he served jury duty Downtown this week.
Afro Vybez comes to 507 Lux Lounge in the lower level of Curry N Jerk, 150 Monroe, the evening of Friday, November 10. From their event listing on Facebook:
This is a vibe that I can assure you is UNMATCHED.
AfroBeat, Reggae, RnB, Amapiano
Tickets are $20-$300.
News from Memphis International Airport:
There’s a new watering hole open at MEM!Passengers can now enjoy Wiseacre Brewing Company beers for the first time at The Wise Omega Bodega, a new bar at MEM located between gates 21 and 23. The new 17-seat location, which opened on November 1, serves several of Memphis’ most popular craft beers on draft.The Wise Omega Bodega also has a full bar, serving wine along with a variety of spirits for travelers to enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in an expertly crafted cocktail. The bar has a convenient take-out counter, as well, so travelers on the move have the option to grab a to-go beverage to enjoy back at their gate, along with a selection of grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and snacks.
Memphis Japan Festival is this Sunday at the Botanic Garden.
Mayor-elect Paul Young has opened a portal to apply for opportunities within his administration.
Grind City Media’s Kelcey Wright Johnson interviewed new Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart on the Just My Grizzlies podcast.
DJ Tree plays Blind Bear tonight from 10 to 2.
Greenlaw Community Center (190 Mill) will host Family Fun Saturday tomorrow from 10 to 1. Food trucks, DJs, recreational activities.
Future-Everything label heads Strooly and TEHKAL play a free show in Eight & Sand Lounge in Central Station Hotel Saturday from 9 PM to 1 AM.
There’s a mushroom festival at Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park today through Sunday.
Black Cream plays Wiseacre Downtown’s taproom tonight 6 to 9.
Don’t forget to keep scrolling for Downtown Dining Week picks. Back sometime between tomorrow and Monday with more news.