Intriguing Concept: Art on Fire in Memphis

Posted on October 25, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment

No, folks. I don't literally mean that art is on fire in Memphis. But it definitely will be hot! I guess by now you're wondering what I'm talking about. ;-) This Friday, October 29th, is the Art on Fire Event at Dixon Gallery and Gardens, and it's sure to be ablaze with fun times! The Art on Fire event gained it's moniker from the huge bonfire on... [Read more...]

Halloween Destination: Mid-South Corn Maze

Posted on October 20, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment
Visit the Mid-South Corn Maze this October!

Since it's October, it's expected that many spooky events are popping up all over Collierville and Memphis. Some events are strictly for Halloween like haunted houses, and others are just fall traditions like the Mid-South Corn Maze at Agricenter International. It's running until October 31st, so you still have time to go! The Mid-South Corn Maze has been... [Read more...]

1st Annual All Pink Gala in Memphis

Posted on October 14, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment
Support Breast Cancer Awareness

As many of you know, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and there have been many, many events around the city to spread awareness and support the cause. So, what's one more going to hurt? It's time to party with a purpose in Memphis! Bring out your best at the 1st Annual All Pink Gala! Partikingz Inc., in association with TMalone Promotions... [Read more...]

Eye Opener 5K – Memphis

Posted on October 11, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment
Eye Opener 5K - Memphis

If there's one thing I know, it's that the Memphis area has TONS of 5K's and other related races. So if you're a running enthusiast, and marathon runs are right up your alley, then you're definitely in the right city! Granted, Collierville isn't really Memphis, but it's sure close enough! The next 5K that I'm writing about is the Eye Opener 5K. The Eye Opener... [Read more...]

Kohl’s/Le Bonheur Children’s 5K Pumpkin Run!

Posted on October 7, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment
Walk/run for a good cause: Children's 5K Pumpkin Run

Hey Bailey Creek Apartments! The kiddies need exercise too, right? Who says that 5K runs are just for adults! Join Kohl's and Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, the Mid-South’s first and only comprehensive pediatric medical facility, for the Children's 5K Pumpkin Run on Saturday, October 9th at 9 am at Marsh Headquarters. This is a 3.1-mile family-friendly... [Read more...]

What’s For Lunch?: Osaka Japanese Cuisine

Posted on October 4, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment

Hey Bailey Creek Apartments! It's time for the hardest question of the day: What's for lunch? Oftentimes I sit at my desk for at LEAST 30 minutes trying to decide where I should go for lunch (that is, if I don't bring one from home). With all of the restaurants around Collierville, it's SO hard to decide! But I think that for today, I'm going with a... [Read more...]

Introducing: Zoomelier – Wine Event at Memphis Zoo

Posted on September 29, 2010 By akemp (Edit) 1 Comment

Who said the zoo was just for kids? Adults can have a blast there too, and I'm not just talking about looking at the animals! You've been to Zoo Brew, Zoo Rendezvous and Zoo Boo. On Oct. 15, why not give Zoomelier a try? Zoomelier is a wine event that takes place at the, you guessed it, Memphis Zoo. It will feature more than 240 wines from Oregon,... [Read more...]

Smokin’ Aces BBQ Championship

Posted on September 16, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment

Here we go again with yet another BBQ championship/contest in Memphis! You never really can get enough! This time around, Harrah’s Casino Tunica will host the first Smokin’ Aces BBQ Championship September 16 – 18, 2010. The BBQ championship offering over $20,000 in prize money is sanctioned by the Memphis Barbecue Network, with Pepsi sponsoring.... [Read more...]

Enjoy This Month’s Wine Dinner @ Grill 83!

Posted on September 14, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment

What's dinner without a sip of wine on the side? When it comes to deciding what wine goes well with what dish, I'm not really the one to ask, so I go ahead and let the restaurants choose for me. That's why I like to go to wine tastings and wine dinners around the city, and trust me, the Memphis/Collierville area has plenty! This blog post is dedicated... [Read more...]

Dive in with The Dive Shop!

Posted on August 23, 2010 By akemp (Edit) Leave a Comment
scuba diving

Has the heat wave in the past couple of weeks gotten you down? Have you eaten so many bowls of ice cream that you don't even want to hear the word vanilla? If so, you may want to think about the latest deal coming from Groupon.com. It's for $15 for one try Scuba Diving Lesson at The Dive Shop. The Diving Lesson at the Dive Shop is a three hour intro... [Read more...]

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