Month: June 2026

The Farm Table, formerly Farm Market Co-op at 300 S. Main, is no more. The storefront has been emptied out. It was a good idea in the wrong neighborhood. Its healthy foods and eco-friendly products would have sold like gangbusters in Midtown. Down here, that stuff is too much of a niche market.

NBA Finals game 2, Knicks at Spurs, 7:30 tonight, ABC. Knicks lead 1-0.

It’s Margaritaville Night at the Redbirds. The first 1500 through the gate tonight get a complimentary beach towel. It’s Fiesta Friday with $5 margaritas and Dos Equis beer and 2 for $5 street tacos. First pitch vs. Louisville 7:05 PM.

Dinstuhl’s candy store next to the Majestic is now selling chocolate-covered grapes and chocolate-covered pineapples.

Hustle and Dough in the ARRIVE Hotel will have a drag brunch Sunday, June 14.

Earnestine & Hazel’s is doing live music during happy hour Thursdays now. Last night they had Nightshade & Co. That band will be back early Saturday evening on the new patio and then later upstairs.

Filipino snack bar Kuya will be an official vendor at the Memphis Vintage Market Saturday, June 6, noon to seven in Overton Square, 2100 Trimble Place.

There’s a Cash App magic wand now.

Aldo’s Pizza Pies is the Official Game Ball sponsor for the Arena Football team the Memphis Hound Dogs. Memphis has its home opener against Iowa this Saturday. Bring an official game ball to either Aldo’s location for 15% off your dine-in food tab.

There may not be a post tomorrow because I need to meet up with the Urban Bicycle Food Ministry folks when they ride through Court Square about 8:45 and get whatever breakfast they are handing out. Getting a free meal in my belly early will be key to controlling my food costs for the day. Back Sunday if not before.

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Yesterday I asked an AI agent to explain to me the Robert Smith vs. Morrissey public feud of the mid- and late-1980s. A year ago, I would’ve searched Quora for answers. I wonder if AI will lead to the death of Quora?

Memphis Filling Station will hold its first-ever block party Saturday, June 13. Noon to 7 PM. Live music by Rice Drewery and Paul Crum. Vendor booths. At least 5 food trucks. And, of course, MFS beer.

Weather permitting, Brass Door will show all of Team USA’s World Cup matches in the alley.

SI.com looks at the worst possible outcome for the Grizzlies in the upcoming NBA draft. Please don’t trade the 3 pick!

Next Monday will be LEGO Dino Day at the Cossitt Library. 4:00-5:30 PM.

City Council members want to make the Mud Island Amphitheater ADA compliant so it can get back to hosting concerts.

Today is National Moonshine Day and National Cheese Day.

Memphis Medical District seeks a workforce operations specialist. They also seek a senior employer & talent relations specialist. These positions are grant-funded.

City Market is offering a free fresh watermelon juice with any salad or sandwich order.

Tonight is 1970s Night at the Redbirds. First pitch vs. Louisville 7:05.

If you’re stuck-up please don’t work in the bar/restaurant industry.

I’ll be at Tony and London’s bar at Earnestine & Hazel’s tonight  from 5:00-close. Come hang out and have a Soul Burger. Back tomorrow with a Frupdate.

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NBA Finals Game 1, NY Knicks at San Antonio, 7:30 tonight on ABC.

Flying Saucer June burger specials

• Whistle Stop – beef patty, pimiento cheese, fried green tomatoes, Southern style red cabbage slaw, spiced tomato jam
• Grateful Shroom – beef patty, truffle aioli, sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, Swiss cheese, arugula

In other burger news: Did you know Little Bettie, the pizza kitchen inside Wiseacre HQ, makes more than just pizza? They posted their Bettie Melt recently: “A double-patty masterpiece topped with American cheese, caramelized onions, dill pickles, pickled peppers, mustard, and mayo on Texas toast.”

Rootstock Wine Merchants has white wine recommendations for summer.

Just City seeks a development & operations coordinator.

Playa Bowls wants to hire an area director of operations.

Today is World Cider Day.

The Memphis Astronomical Society invites you to late afternoon solar observation 5:30-7:30 Thursday at the Cossitt Library.

I managed to stay out of the Union Mission 5 nights in a row and it’s been wonderful. But I need a shower, a change of clothes, and a good night’s sleep. So this afternoon I will return there. Back tomorrow with more news.

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Trivia Q: Who is the largest individual owner of farmland in the US? Answer is at the end of this post.

The Grizzlies will host an NBA Draft watch party Tuesday, June 23 at 6 PM. Watch the draft on the Jumbotron.

The Brass Door will host a Love Island watch party Wednesday night.

A lot at Riverside and Carolina is drawing complaints for overgrowth and snakes.

Cordelia’s Market hot lunch specials this week

• Tue: Fajitas with green spaghetti
• Wed: Pot roast with spring salad
• Thur: North Shore beef with French fries
• Fri: Fish and chips

My Big Fat Greek Burger is the burger of the week at Momma’s: Angus beef topped with pastrami, cheddar, onion, shredded lettuce, and Thousand Island dressing.

Chase Tyler will bring Southern rock, country, and swamp pop to the Peabody rooftop Thursday 6-10 PM. $15 to get in, $40 VIP. VIPs get a buffet of catfish po’boys, chicken & sausage jambalaya, and beignets.

The Redbirds host the Louisville Bats tonight at 7:05. Our ‘birds sit in a first-place tie with Nashville.

Today is National Leave the Office Early Day. You have to pick up your cat from the vet… remember?

Trivia A: Bill Gates

Back tomorrow with more news.

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First of all, THANK YOU to two awesome friends who let me crash on their couch last night. I got a full eight hours sleep, and I got it without having to pay six dollars or being forced to sit through an unwanted chapel service.

Let’s rock.

The Grizzlies are hiring a UI/UX developer.

Do you like pie? Then you need to check out Bob’s Bakery in the back corner of Tonica at Front and MLK. It’ll feature a grab & go when it opens later this month. They’ll have quiches too.

Another mention for Memphis’ most haunted dive bar: The Rolling Stones in America by location

Soul food fusion restaurant Sage is hiring a bartender and a server.

PJ Morton will be at River City Records Saturday, June 13 for a meet & greet and merchandise pop-up. Use the link to RSVP and guarantee your spot.

Memphis Pride Fest & the Beale Street parade are this Saturday. Worth a Lyft/Uber to Crosstown Friday night is the big gay dance party.

It’s National Olive Day. Get one (or three) in a martini or Bloody Mary.

Enjoy sunsets at Beale Street Landing every Thursday this month. Flyway beer, Old Dominick cocktails, Hi Neighbor Cafe food. Keri Lee will perform this Thursday.

A double feature of Last Star Fighter and Space Balls will be shown on the big screen at Loflin Yard Thursday night. 6-10 PM with happy hour specials until 7.

Back tomorrow with more news.

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