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It’s Friday, Memphis! In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Basketball weekend with And1, White Rabbit Red Rabbit, and Streetdog Summer Splash + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Basketball weekend with purpose: Ballin’ HBCU, with And1, will bring a basketball weekend to Memphis Aug. 1-2, featuring a free community day at Halle Stadium, player development day, and girls and boys All-Star games -- read the full story.
A long-running fundraiser continues: Hundreds of runners are on the 465-mile Memphis to Peoria relay today, pushing St. Jude Runs toward a $100 million milestone, with a finish and telethon celebration Saturday in Peoria -- follow the St. Jude run.
New chapter in South Memphis: Grizzlies Prep opened its South Memphis campus this week with a mascot welcome and launched a STEAM School for Girls sixth-grade class, and seats remain available for this year -- read the full story.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Weeknight red-sauce fix: Cocozza channels that cozy, checkered-tablecloth vibe and serves generous American Italian classics, with garlicky bread begging for one more dunk and a solid glass of red to match. A hometown favorite with spots in Harbor Town and East Memphis, perfect when comfort calls.
Good vibes, great fuel: When you need a quick reboot that isn’t just sugar, Groovy Gratitude blends cold-pressed juices, feel-good smoothies, and acai bowls, plus hot-pressed panini sandwiches that hit between meetings or after the gym. Pop in this week and leave feeling a little lighter, a little happier.
Quick fishing fix: Need a breezy reset this week? Head to Catch'em Lakes at Shelby Farms Park for low-stress casting, kid-friendly banks, and that sweet Memphis quiet where you can hear your bobber think. Pack a chair, take a beat, maybe a humblebrag photo, definitely better moods.
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05 — The event calendar Around town this weekendOur favorite events this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎨 Canvas & Brushes @ Cornelia Crenshaw Memorial Library | Friday (7/31) at 2:00 PM – Whether your stick figures are on the payroll or you channel Monet, this relaxed Canvas & Brushes session pairs smooth jazz with easygoing creativity, and nobody grades the results. Unwind from the week, swap small talk, and leave with paint on your sleeves, pride intact.
🐇 White Rabbit Red Rabbit @ Woodruff-Fontaine House Museum | Friday (7/31) at 7:30 PM – This one comes without rehearsals, a director, or a safety net, as a different actor each night opens White Rabbit Red Rabbit for the first time in front of you. In the Woodruff-Fontaine carriage house, it's intimate, unpredictable, and your ticket supports local artists.
🎒 Back to School Book Bag Giveaway @ Gaston Community Center | Saturday (8/1) at 9:00 AM – Need to tame the back-to-school chaos? Swing by Gaston Community Center for a book bag giveaway that feels like a neighborhood market, with barbers, braiders, school supplies, food trucks, local authors, and more. Think of it as a block party disguised as errands.
🏫 Schools of Perea Back-to-School Bash @ Sexton Community Center | Saturday (8/1) at 10:00 AM – Klondike neighbors, pencil-sharpening season is back, so bring the crew to Perea’s Back-to-School Bash for games, food, community vendors, and giveaways. Meet the teachers, swap survival tips with fellow families, and get the scoop on enrollment without sitting through another assembly.
💦 Streetdog Summer Splash @ Loflin Yard | Saturday (8/1) at 12:00 PM – Patio weather calls for cold drinks, wagging tails, and a Memphis do-gooder excuse. Loflin Yard hosts Streetdog Foundation’s Summer Splash, celebrating 17 years, with splash pads, pup cups, adoptables, and a silent auction; $25 donation gets you in, kids and pups free, vibes included.
🎉 Project Pop-up @ Dixon Gallery & Gardens | Saturday (8/1) at 1:00 PM – Project Pop-up is roaming the Dixon each month, turning a new corner into a free, drop-in art playdate for all ages. Supplies included, attention spans optional. Good for kids, nosy neighbors, or your inner eight-year-old, with someone else handling cleanup.
🎭 Suffs (Touring) @ The Orpheum Theatre-Memphis | Sunday (8/2) at 1:00 PM – Remember when history felt like a slog? Fresh from Broadway, this Tony Award-winning musical spotlights the brilliant, stubborn, and funny women who won the vote, with sharp humor, big voices, and goosebump moments that make the Orpheum feel like a rally to show up for. Live music & entertainment:
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07 — Memphis report Weather forecastToday — High: 94°F — Low: 77°F — Precip: 33%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 4pm and 5pm. Mostly sunny. High near 94, with temperatures falling to around 91 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 107. South wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tomorrow — High: 89°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 62%
Rain showers likely before 7am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7am and 1pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. West wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. This house is wildThis Harbor Town island residence pairs panoramic Mississippi River views with a sleek contemporary vibe. The chef’s kitchen shines with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry, and a hidden coffee bar, while the dramatic library, fireplace lounge, and media room keep things lively. A private primary suite, heated pool, pool house, and multiple decks seal the deal.
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1Source: Global News Wire 2This is a paid advertisement for Frontieras’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at https://invest.frontieras.com/. Reservation of the ticker symbol is not a guarantee that we will be listed on the NASDAQ. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals. Under Regulation A, a company may change its share price by up to 20% without requalifying the offering with the Securities and Exchange Commission. |
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