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11/21/18

How Crosstown Arts is influencing the Memphis art scene

  Crosstown Arts is having a huge impact on the Memphis artscape. Today, the integrated venues provide spaces for exhibition, music performances, film, and video screenings, and workshops and programs for visiting artists—and the current program for Memphis artists is set to be expanded into a full-scale, residency program. This program will host 16 visiting and Memphis-based…

Food & Drink

11/21/18

Top 5 Upscale Memphis Restaurants

While Memphis is known for our casual foods like savory wings and smoky barbecue, there’s always the right time to sit down for a white table cloth dinner. It’s time to get dressed up, grab a special someone (or even treat yourself), and head to some of Memphis’ finest restaurants. Here are just a handful…

Memphis Facts

11/19/18

7 celebrities you didn’t know were from Memphis

Take a gander at these seriously talented individuals who hail from Memphis, Tennessee. Celebrities from Memphis include: Justin Timberlake, who was born in Memphis to Lynn and Randall Timberlake on Jan. 31, 1981. This former “Mickey Mouse Club” regular and Man of the Woods also has several films under his belt, including “Friends with Benefits”…

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11/14/18

3 things to do during Thanksgiving break (besides shopping)!

Thanksgiving is a rare opportunity for rest and relaxation across Memphis, particularly once the oven has cooled from Thanksgiving dinner, the mountain of dishes has been bested, and the relatives have all gone their separate ways. With the long weekend at hand, it’s the perfect time for Memphians to enjoy all the fun and beauty that the…

Activities

11/08/18

Enjoy sunshine and exercise with Explore Bike Share Memphis!

Explore Bike Share has come to Memphis, TN, and is taking the city by storm with a bike-sharing network sure to help Memphians get their blood pumping and their heart rates up just in time for the sweltering heat of summer to be coming to a close. So, now that Explore Bike Share has opened its doors,…

Culture

11/06/18

Literacy Mid-South Promoting Lifelong Learning here in Memphis

Tony Allen unwittingly captured the spirit of Memphis with his now famous quote: “It’s all heart. Grit and Grind”. It’s true – Memphis is all heart and we Memphians grind harder than most just to make it. This is evident even when it comes to literacy. In Memphis, 1 in 7 adults do not read…

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10/24/18

Discovering the richness of Memphis culture thanks to the New Memphis Initiative

From businesses and local attractions that bring in visitors from all around, to schools and local community activities that keep locals engaged with their neighbors, the city of Memphis is always on the lookout for fresh, new ideas and strong talent. This is where the New Memphis Initiative comes in and is making a world of difference for locals and visitors alike. 

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10/18/18

Fun Things to Do in Memphis: A City of Endless Adventures

Memphis is bursting with energy, culture, and activities for all ages. Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or planning an extended stay, you’ll find countless fun things to do in Memphis. Explore iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and curated itineraries tailored to every type of traveler. Visit a Park: Embrace the outdoors at some of the…

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10/15/18

3 jazzy Memphis speakeasy locations hidden away in the city

The roaring ’20s have had a lasting impact on American culture, with many individuals finding themselves attracted to the thrill and mystery of Prohibition-era speakeasies. Memphis residents and visitors who want a taste of the Prohibition era’s underground bar scene should check out these three Memphis speakeasies today!

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