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01/20/21

15 Essential Books for Any Memphis Music Lover’s Reading List 

If you’re like us, then every new year begins with the resolution to read more books, but finding the perfect one can often be a headache. Thankfully for us all, there is a virtually endless list of Memphis-related books to add to your list, many of which speak to the history and people that helped…

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12/18/20

Holiday Lights in The 901!

By: Brianna Smith-Herman COVID-19 won’t be the Grinch that stole Christmas! Although the pandemic is still amongst us we won’t let that destroy our holiday cheer. Memphis transfigures into a holiday wonderland during the Holiday Season and this year is no different. Below are eight of the biggest and brightest holiday Christmas lights in Memphis.…

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12/18/20

Healthy Holiday Restaurants in the 901!

By: Ivy K. Arnold Just like the “Freshman 15”, weight gain during this Covid frenzy is created from stressors and unhealthy food while staying home.  This “Quarantine 15” can definitely be avoided, with the help of uplifting self-care and trying out healthy food alternatives from local restaurants here in the 901.  As we approach the…

Culture

12/03/20

Give Back to Memphis – 5 Organizations you can Support Today

The Holiday season in its deepest essence is about giving. For many in our community who are less fortunate, finding a safe place to stay away from the cold and the elements is incredibly difficult and oftentimes dangerous. Although there are federally provided shelters and resources to help support the homeless community, there are not…

Culture

11/25/20

How to Stay Healthy this Holiday Season!

And just like that, the holiday season is already here! Holiday parties and gatherings are sure to look a little different this year, but we’ve talked to Dr. Manoj K. Jain, a local infectious disease specialist, to get five things you need to know to stay healthy and safe this winter. Keep Gatherings Within the…

Culture

11/20/20

How Memphians Give Back to the 901

By Carlissa A. Shaw, Esquire In the spirit of Thanksgiving and all that is good with Memphis, we want to highlight just a few of the hundreds of young people giving back in Memphis. Our city has so many bright and shining stars working tirelessly to create better systems, policies, and access to resources. You…

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10/16/20

5 Obscure Places to Visit in Memphis

We are in the height of Spooky Season, and ready to explore a few of the stranger sites as well as weird things to do in Memphis. Although there is plenty to scare us at home, being Halloween and all, we have put together a list of places that you can visit around the city…

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10/09/20

5 Beautiful Places to Enjoy the Fall Foliage Near Memphis

Fall is here! As the seasons begin to change, Our beautiful home is beginning to explode with color as the leaves begin to change, and the temperature starts to drop. Memphis is surrounded by some of the most beautiful places in the state to take in the changing of the fall leaves, and we would…

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10/07/20

10 Ways to Enjoy a Socially Distant Halloween!

The Spooky Season is upon us. Even in the middle of a Pandemic, Halloween is not a holiday to be taken lightly. Here are 10 ways (5 for us Big Kids, and 5 for our own kids) to enjoy the Best Holiday Ever, while still remaining socially responsible and distanced!  1. Play Clue (over zoom)…

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Memphis Homecoming Week - 10/18 - 10/26

Memphis Homecoming Kickoff
Oct 18 @ 1PM

Celebrate the start of Memphis Homecoming Week at Handy Park on Beale Street! Enjoy live performances, school pride, and a citywide party you won't forget.

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