Javon Small, the Memphis Grizzlies’ second-round draft pick who played college ball for good ole West Virginny, selected number 10 to wear for the Grizz. That means free agent Luke Kennard, who wore number 10 for Memphis last season, likely won’t be back.
Join the Memphis Astronomical Society for a night of stargazing on the grassy rooftop of Beale Street Landing tonight 7:30–9:30. Seating is limited and first come, first serve.
The last Saturday of every month, Flyway Brewing becomes a comedy club. Tonight they’ll have Sam Evans from New York City, Gwen Sunkel from Indianapolis and formerly from Memphis, and a lineup of local comedians. Two shows, 7 o’clock and 9 o’clock. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 online.
Then on Sunday morning, Flyway will host a Taylor Swift Eras Tour drag brunch. Seating at 10 o’clock, show at 11. Drag queens will represent each of the eras, and there will be games to test your Swiftie knowledge.
Rubber—wheel trolleys will return to the Main Street route beginning Monday. One dollar to ride. Hours will be 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM Sunday.
Downtown Memphis Commission has announced a partnership with national company Block by Block. The partnership will lead to a more efficient delivery of services and an expansion of ambassador programs such as the Clean and Green Team and Blue Suede Brigade.
Ja Morant and his family are launching a media company called Catch12.
OH, NO: Car inspections could be coming back to Memphis to fight fake drive-out tags and drivers with no insurance.
RIP Blue Screen of Death: In the future, users will get a black screen informing them Windows has crashed.
Watch former Memphis Tigers in NBA Summer League: Dain Dainja will play for Miami and Moussa Cisse for Dallas.
Belle Tavern is hiring a solo line cook/chef.
Attention St. Jude employees: Venezuelan restaurant Sabor Caribe will be at Kay Cafe 11 AM-2 PM this Monday through Wednesday. Go get some handmade arepas.
City Market at Main and Union has a new salad bar.
Lori Willis Band plays Club 152 on Beale tonight at 6.
Slider Inn is doing a USA-themed silent disco tonight 8 to 11.
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