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🐇 What To Do For Easter Weekend in Memphis
Plus airport getting major upgrade, new museum coming to Beale, and more!
This is Memphis 〽️
March 29, 2024
Good morning Memphians! Welcome to the This is Memphis newsletter, where we share everything you need to know about Memphis before the weekend, like your friend who won’t stop talking about how much they love the 901.
In this week’s newsletter:
New Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum Coming to Beale Street 🎸
What to do this Easter Weekend 🐇
Huge Memphis Airport Upgrade 🛫
Local non-profit spotlight 💌
Let’s get to it.
-Jonah Baer & Reuben Skahill
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🗞️ Stories this week
Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum Purchases Hard Rock Cafe 🎸
Mark Weber / The Daily Memphian
After closing last Summer, the Hard Rock Cafe is coming back to life again with the Memphis music scene.
The Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, started 24 years ago, bought the building for $5 million and will move into the building at 126 Beale Street. They will host a music center with live shows and rehearsal space for musicians. Along with the museum, the Memphis Music Hall of Fame will still be housed in the same building with an entrance on Second Street.
Priscilla Presley was there for the announcement and had high praise for the upcoming museum…
“The Rock ‘n’’ Soul Museum on Beale Street is going to revitalize our Memphis entertainment district and make it fun and safe again.”
Memphis Airport getting $665 million upgrade 🛩️
The Memphis Intnl’ Airport is now due for a major facelift as Terry Blue, the new CEO of the Airport, announced that Terminal B is getting a $665 million renovation (and possibly more later on).
*But if you thought this renovation will be done in a year or two, you’re in for a treat. It’s considered the biggest construction job the airport has ever done and will take six to eight years to complete.
Which Memphis area stores are open on Easter? 🐰
Wondering which places will be open this Sunday as you get your last-minute Easter supplies? We got you covered.
Most grocery stores will be open this Easter Sunday, except for the Aldi lovers out there.
As far as department stores, most will be closed except for Walmart, Home Depot, IKEA, and PetSmart. So if you need to get your Target fix in, make sure to do it before Sunday comes along.
Most national restaurants will be open, but make sure to double-check any local restaurants before you head out the door.
📷️ Post of the Week
TDOT via FB
“TDOT says I-55 is back open after 2 weeks of repairs. Good luck! 😅”
We posted this on FB and people got a kick out of it.
Our favorite comment from Melissa Jones:
And the new speed limit is 100 mph. 125 if you see a barge approaching. Every man for himself!
Too soon? 🙃
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💌 Local Non-Profit Spotlight
Founded in 2008 by Margot McNeely because of concern about the amount of waste generated by restaurants, Project Green Fork contributes to a more sustainable mid-south by helping reduce environmental impacts with a focus on strengthening homegrown restaurants
Here’s the impact PGF has had by the numbers:
6.3 million gallons of recycled plastic, glass, and aluminum
4.5 million pounds of recycled cardboard and paper
700k+ gallons of recycled food waste
Food waste by restaurants is a major issue, and Project Green Fork is playing their part to make Memphis a more sustainable city.
🤸 What’s Happening in Memphis This Weekend
From karaoke and standup comedy to Easter Egg Hunts and live music, check out 6 things going on in Memphis over the weekend.
Bob Dylan: Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour | Friday and Saturday, 8 PM | The Orpheum
No description needed for this music legend. Go see Bob Dylan while you still can!
Cost: Starting at $71
Karaoke Fridays at “The Stack” | Friday, 7 PM | The Haystack Cafe
Every Friday, the Haystack Cafe hosts Karaoke along with a DJ.
Memphis Redbirds Opening Game | Friday, 3:05 PM | Autozone Park
Get out to the ballpark and see the Redbirds in their opening game (or any of the games this opening weekend).
Cost: Starting at $13
Mark Normand: Ya Don’t Say Tour | Friday, 7 PM | Minglewood Hall
If you love a good laugh, make sure you check out the comedian Mark Normand this weekend at Minglewood.
Cost: Starting at $47
Memphis Athletics Egg Hunt | Saturday, 11:30 AM | Billy J. Murphy Track & Soccer Complex at U of M South Campus
Kids 12 and under are invited to join Memphis Athletics this Saturday for an Easter Egg Hunt.
Cost: Free
She 901 Tour | Saturday, 9 AM and 1:30 PM | Tennessee Welcome Center, 119 Riverside Dr., Memphis, TN, 38103
Every Saturday in March, there’s a special tour to support women-owned businesses in downtown Memphis, honor the contribution of women to Memphis’s history and empower the next generation of women leaders. Celebrate Women's History Month with the SHE 901 Tour.
Easter Lunch with Memphis Riverboats | Sunday, 12 pm | Memphis Riverboats, 45 S. Riverside Drive Memphis, TN 38103
Enjoy this Easter Sunday out on the Mighty Mississippi River for the best views of the city. This cruise offers a live blues band for entertainment. A cash/credit bar is available on board as well. Advanced Reservations required.
Cost: $65 per adult
Memphis Pickle Fest | Sunday, 12 PM | Growlers, 1911 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN 38104
Love pickles? Go enjoy pickle-themed food & beverages at the First Annual Intimate Pickle Fest at Growlers on Sunday, March 31. Must be 21+.
Cost: Starting at $10
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〽️ This Week in Memphis History
On March 27, 1952, Sam Phillips launched Sun Records in Memphis, TN. Since then, he had a massive influence on the sound of R&B, Country and Rock ‘n’ Roll. He discovered legendary talents Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins and many more.
Have a cool piece of Memphis history to share? Send it to us and you could get a shout-out!
🌡️ Weather This Weekend
Amazing weather for your long Easter weekend! Make sure you enjoy some time outside with friends and family.
Friday
74 🌡️ 43 | 🌤️ | 3%
Saturday
78 🌡️ 62 | 🌤️ | 3%
Sunday
78 🌡️ 65 | 🌥️ | 10%
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