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“We’re one of those places where soul will com

“We’re one of those places where soul will come out in many ways.” Thank you @jordan_occasionally for sharing yours with us! Post by: @jordan_occasionally @wearememphistn asked me, “How do you still #bringyoursoul”? Memphis is home to the Stax Musuem, where artists as big as Isaac Hayes and Aretha Franklin have come from, and where King said his last words. We’re one of those places where soul will come out in many ways. My ways happen to be through music and advocating for my community. photo by @shotontheblock
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I always want to share my soul with others. Get in the trenches with others and do the work that needs to be done. That’s how I bring my soul. I remember that this life is a shared existence and that we have work to do together. I want to see change happen, not just on election years. I see people looking to me and I ask, when will YOU #bringyoursoul? What matters to you?
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In my stories everyday, I attach actions that we all can be involved in. We can all stay involved in our communities and keep working on making Memphis reflect what we want to see in the world.

More sun means it’s the perfect time to get into

More sun means it’s the perfect time to get into #plantparenthood 🪴 This is your sign to check out @terracottamemphis 👏 Also: if you haven’t followed us on TikTok @ wearememphistn, you’re missing out on even more people, places, and things you have to see. Get on it!

If you’re the type of person that reorganizes an

If you’re the type of person that reorganizes and redecorates the house while you’re snowed in, you may be looking for something to brighten up your space! @ebonyboydart is a local abstract artists and has the perfect piece to add to your collection. Keep an eye out on her page for more information and some of her latest work! Know of a local artist you’d like to share? Tag us on their page!

Did you breeze through your book collection while

Did you breeze through your book collection while stayin’ cozy in the crib? @901cafenoir can help you add some new titles to your shelves. With hopes to be open in the summer, owner Jasmine Settles is creating a space to share books by Black, POC, and LGBTQIA+ authors. It won’t be just books, there will be a cafe filled with ethically sourced coffee too! Keep an eye out for updates on Cafe Noir on socials @901cafenoir and online at cafenoirmemphis.com. We can’t wait! 📚

Happy Valentine’s Day, Memphis! What better way

Happy Valentine’s Day, Memphis! What better way to celebrate the day than with celebrating a few of our local entrepreneurs 💕 Want to read more about Memphians who grit and grind with the one they love? Learn about businesses like @wetightknit in our latest blog post! Photo from: @_whittit_
Photographer: @jarvishues_photo

Y’ALL READY FOR ANOTHER GIVEAWAY? 👏 Memphis,

Y’ALL READY FOR ANOTHER GIVEAWAY? 👏 Memphis, y’all know that our city celebrates Black history year round. Since the beginning, so many Black innovators have shaped everything from the streets we walk on to the places we all know and love. Their legacies live on through the countless Memphians who inspire, encourage, and uplift us all to make Memphis the best place it can be. Want to pay tribute to a few of the greats? We’re giving away FIVE of these shirts! Here’s how you enter:
〽️ Be sure you’re following @wearememphistn
〽️ Tag three friends!
〽️ And like this post! This giveaway will run through the weekend and FIVE winners will be announced on Monday 02/15 at 12:00 PM. Get excited!!

“Life isn’t always easy. Life isn’t always k

“Life isn’t always easy. Life isn’t always kind. But we have to keep going.” - Sarai Payne
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2020 wasn’t the kindest year to any of us, but @heyitzsarai and her @unapologeticgarments “Keep Blooming” collection reminds us to plant seeds today that bloom into a better tomorrow 🌼 We’re so thankful that Memphis is full of creatives like Sarai and the team doing their thing and inspiring us all 👏👏
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Video by: @unapologeticgarments

From the message songs used to communicate during

From the message songs used to communicate during slavery and the songs of protest during the Civil Rights movement to the music we all know and love today, we have so many examples of the power of music.
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In a virtual celebration of the Black voices that have shaped culture for generations, @staxmusicacademy will “blend these echoes of the past with technology for the future” with their Black History Month production “R&R: Rhythm and Revolution: Expressions of Struggle, Collaboration, and Peace.” Click the link in our bio to register for this event! 🎵🎶 Photo Credit: Billie Worley
@staxmusicacademy

If you know @cxffeeblack then you know coffee isn’t just something to wake yourself up in the morning. It’s a cultural experience. You can learn more about how Black history, culture, and coffee come together in @thehill latest article - check our link in bio!

@memfolk took the city by storm with their immersi

@memfolk took the city by storm with their immersive experience in the @boxlotmemphis pop up. With a mission to not only capture urban folklore but to also create it, these visionaries provided Memphians with a unique way to express themselves. We can’t wait to see their next project! Photo by: @memfolk

With today being @american_heart Go Red for Women

With today being @american_heart Go Red for Women Day, it's the perfect time to bring awareness to both heart health and Memphians who dedicate their lives to showing love to others.
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As a nurse practitioner, Ashanti Coleman knew the first signs of a stroke. But, as a healthy, active, young person, she couldn’t believe it was happening to her. After being overlooked by doctors when seeking medical attention, experiencing another stroke later on, and researching stroke prevention in African American women for her doctorate degree, she’s shared her story with so many (especially through her relationship with @ahatennessee). Not to mention, she’s continuing to help Memphians as a front line worker during the pandemic!
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Memphis is filled with stories of resilience and we’re always looking to share inspiring stories just like Ashanti's.
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Know someone who shows love to those around them? Tag us in your posts!

Need a sweet reminder to enter our @citytastingbox

Need a sweet reminder to enter our @citytastingbox Majority Box giveaway? Here it is (plus cookies from Makeda’s 💯)! If you want to read more about it, check out one of the latest articles about this dynamic duo from Bossip’s! The link is in our bio 👏 Photo by: @justinfoxburks