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September 1-15, 2015

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Noah's Ark

Noah's Ark, Image Sizes: 12"x18", 18"x27"

rom the Book of Genesis – Noah's Ark.

A story both heartwarming and meaningful, it strikes a ARK chord deep within NOAH’S the heart. Zac Kinkade, nephew of By Zachary Thomas Kinkade

the late Thomas Kinkade, captures the essence of man's Title Noah’s Ark | Image Sizes 12" x 18", 18" x 27" | Publish Date August 2015 relationship with the Divine – with luminous There are few Bible stories more familiar than that of Noah’s Ark. It is first taught to children in Sunday school as a tale highlighting the importance of obedience to God and of His promise to provide a means to wash away sin without washing away the sinner. The colors and characters aglow in the joy of account gives foundation to the new covenant and the story of Jesus and Calvary. In an attempt to capture that narrative as an artist, I wanted to give prominence to the rainbow of God as an act of the Divine as opposed to a by-product of rain and light. To that God's promise. purpose, I painted the rainbow extending beyond what is possible and into what can be done by the hand of the Creator. I enjoyed selecting the animals and wanted to represent the flood as a world event so I tried to find some balance between the animals of each continent, from the African lion to the North American elk. I also wanted all life represented: from reptile to bird to mammal, both Specializing in regard, Originals, Limited Edition Canvas, Accented Prints and Gifts domestic and wild. In that I hope you enjoy exploring my menagerie.

Enhance beauty of your home with ﬁne artthe from Inspiration This is the firstthe in a suite of four paintings I am planning which will also include story of Exodus, the ChristmasArt storyGallery! and the story of creation in the Garden of Eden. Each will attempt to capture a narrative in a manner both meaningful in Biblical and literary theme and beautiful in color, composition and aesthetic. I truly am honored to continue in my Uncle’s tradition and to share this and my future work with all who have enjoyed his paintings. I am also grateful to those of you who may be just discovering my own efforts independently of what has come before. Speaking for those of us at Art Brand Studios, thank you all for sharing the light, both old and new; both then and now. - Zac Kinkade

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Exhibits at Elvis Presley’s Graceland in 2015 Walk in the footsteps of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll at Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Enjoy tours of Graceland Mansion, the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, and Elvis’ custom jets. Limited time exhibits include: I Shot Elvis: The Exhibit, which showcases one of the most photographed celebrities in history and photographers who captured the shots; and Elvis' Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More, showcasing Elvis' love of the islands and why it was one of his favorite places to be. Other exhibits to enjoy: Elvis' Tupelo. Explore the city Elvis ﬁrst called home with photos, video, and memorabilia. An Interactive Timeline celebrates 1956, the year Elvis and rock & roll riveted the world. If you choose to tour Graceland as a VIP, check out Elvis: That's The Way It Is - 45 Years, commemorating the hottest show in Vegas dur-

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Zachary Thomas Kinkade. Nephew of the late, internationally recognized painter Thomas Kinkade, Zac is a talented artist and painter in his own right. With an eye-pleasing way with pencil and brush, Zac has already won numerous local, regional,

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national and international art competitions and recognitions, often competing against artists many years older than himself. NOAH’S ARK Several of Zac's original black and By Zachary Thomas Kinkade white sketches have already sold for Title Noah’s Ark | Image Sizes 12" x 18", 18" x 27" | Publish Date August 2015 up to $10,000, and Art Brand Studios There are few Bible stories more familiar than that of Noah’s Ark. It is first taught to children in Sunday school as a tale highlighting has received strong interest the importance of obedience to God and of His promise to provide a means tofrom wash awaycolsin without washing away the sinner. The account gives foundation to the new covenant and the story of Jesus and Calvary. In an attempt to capture that narrative as an artist, lectors for published Limited Edition I wanted to give prominence to the rainbow of God as an act of the Divine as opposed to a by-product of rain and light. To that purpose, I painted the rainbow extending what is possible and into what can be by the hand of the Creator. I enjoyed works. Johnbeyond Hasting, President ofdonethe selecting the animals and wanted to represent the flood as a world event so I tried to find some balance between the animals of each "Zac very continent, from company the African lion to thesays, North American elk. Iis also a wanted all life talented represented: from reptile to bird to mammal, both domestic and wild. In that regard, I hope you enjoy exploring my menagerie. young artist. Our collectors are excited This is the first in of fournew paintingstalent I am planning which will alsofrom include thethe story of Exodus, the Christmas story and the toa suite see coming story of creation in the Garden of Eden. Each will attempt to capture a narrative in a manner both meaningful in Biblical and literary theme and beautiful in color, composition and aesthetic. am honored to continue in my Uncle’s tradition and to share this Kinkade family, andI truly have been lookand my future work with all who have enjoyed his paintings. I am also grateful to those of you who may be just discovering my own ingof forward to having access to his efforts independently what has come before. Speaking for those of us at Art Brand Studios, thank you all for sharing the light, both old and new; both then and now. - Zac Kinkade artwork." Also involved in Art Brand Studios and serving as Chief Creative Ofﬁcer of the Thomas Kinkade Studios, is NOAH’S ARK Zac's father, Patrick Kinkade: "While artwork in the Mid-South, as well as By Zachary Thomas Kinkade Zac's artistic style is different than my works by other well-known regional brother's, Zac was very much inﬂuand national artists, including Robert enced by him, and has adopted many Finale, Betty Harper and more. of the techniques he learned during In Memphis, his studies with Thom. Zac believes music is in the air. A few places to that 'high art' in pencil and paint should check (clockwise): both evoke emotion and tell a story Sun Studio, Stax to the viewer. We are very excited to Museum, Memphis RocknSoul share his work with the world." Museum. Find Zachary Thomas Kinkade earned more info on pgs. a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art from 24 & 25. Cornell University in 2013, graduating with honors. Pursuing his own, personal artistic vision, Zac, like his famous uncle, continued his studies at Art Center School of Design in Pasadena, CA. © 2015 Art Brand Studios

Title Noah’s Ark | Image Sizes 12" x 18", 18" x 27" | Publish Date August 2015

There are few Bible stories more familiar than that of Noah’s Ark. It is first taught to children in Sunday school as a tale highlighting the importance of obedience to God and of His promise to provide a means to wash away sin without washing away the sinner. The account gives foundation to the new covenant and the story of Jesus and Calvary. In an attempt to capture that narrative as an artist, I wanted to give prominence to the rainbow of God as an act of the Divine as opposed to a by-product of rain and light. To that purpose, I painted the rainbow extending beyond what is possible and into what can be done by the hand of the Creator. I enjoyed selecting the animals and wanted to represent the flood as a world event so I tried to find some balance between the animals of each continent, from the African lion to the North American elk. I also wanted all life represented: from reptile to bird to mammal, both domestic and wild. In that regard, I hope you enjoy exploring my menagerie. This is the first in a suite of four paintings I am planning which will also include the story of Exodus, the Christmas story and the story of creation in the Garden of Eden. Each will attempt to capture a narrative in a manner both meaningful in Biblical and literary theme and beautiful in color, composition and aesthetic. I truly am honored to continue in my Uncle’s tradition and to share this and my future work with all who have enjoyed his paintings. I am also grateful to those of you who may be just discovering my own efforts independently of what has come before. Speaking for those of us at Art Brand Studios, thank you all for sharing the light, both old and new; both then and now. - Zac Kinkade

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Events are compiled from many sources. If you're planning to attend one you’re interested in be sure to check that nothing's changed. Phone numbers & websites are provided.

THEATRE Aug. 13- Sept. 6 – In the Heights; Hattiloo Theatre, 37 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-5023486, www.hattiloo.org. Aug. 14-Sept. 6 – Billy Elliot; Playhouse on the Square, 66 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-7264656, www.playhouseonthesquare.org. Aug. 14- Sept. 6 – Buyer & Cellar; Circuit Playhouse, 51 S Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-7264656, www.playhouseonthesquare.org. Aug. 21-Sept. 13 – The Producers; Theatre Memphis, 630 Perkins Ext., Memphis 38117; 901682-8323, www.theatrememphis.org. Sept. 10-27 – Radio Golf; Hattiloo Theatre, 37 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-502-3486, www. hattiloo.org. Sept. 18-Oct. 4 – The Gin Game; Theatre Memphis, 630 Perkins Ext., Memphis 38117; 901682-8323, www.theatrememphis.org. Sept. 25-Oct. 11 – The Matchmaker; Playhouse on the Square, 66 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-726-4656, www.playhouseonthesquare.org. MUSIC & COMEDY Sept. 3 – Belinda Carlisle; 7:30 p.m., GPAC, 1801 Exeter in Germantown, TN 38138; 901-7517500, www.gpacweb.com. Sept. 3-6 – Rock for Love 9; Levitt Shell, 1928 Poplar in Overton Park, Memphis 38104; 901-2722722, 901-278-8663 www.levittshell.org Sept. 4 – Martina McBride Live at the Garden Summer Concert Series; 750 Cherry Rd. in .

Audubon Park, Memphis 39117; 901-576-4107, www.memphisbotanicgarden.com. Sept. 5 – Gary Allan; Horseshoe Casino, Casino Center Tunica, 800-303-7463, www.horseshoetunica.com, www.ticketmaster.com. Sept. 5-6 – Memphis Music & Heritage Festival; honoring Bobby Rush, Center for Southern Folklore, Peabody Place, 119 S. Main St., Memphis 38103; 901-525-3655, www.southernfolklore. com. Sept. 6 – Annual 1340 WLOK Stone Soul Picnic; one of Mid-South’s largest free outdoor concerts, entertainment for the whole family, 1928 Poplar in Overton Park, Memphis 38104; 901527-9565, www.wlok.com. Sept. 10 – Gladys Knight; with Jammin Jay Lamont, Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main at Beale, Memphis 38103; 901-525-3000, www.orpheummemphis.com. Sept. 12 – Ballet Memphis: The Little Prince at the Gardens; Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main at Beale, Memphis 38103; 901-525-3000, www. orpheum-memphis.com. Sept. 18 – Hall & Oates: Live at the Garden Summer Concert Series; 8:30 p.m., Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Rd. in Audubon Park, Memphis 39117; 901-576-4107, www.memphisbotanicgarden.com. Sept. 26 – The Pointer Sisters; 8 p.m., Fitz Casino & Hotel, Tunica, 711 Lucky Lane, Robinsonville, MS, MS 38664; 800-766-5825, 662-363-

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sored by Literacy Mid-South, Circuit Playhouse & Playhouse on the Square, Cooper between Madison & Union, www.midsouthbookfest.org. Sept. 11-12 – Annual International Goat Days Festival; USA Stadium, 4351 Babe Howard Blvd., Millington, TN 38053; 901-873-5770, www. millingtontn.gov. Sept. 11 – Patriot Day; Veterans' Museum Command Headquarters Building, 100 Veterans' Dr., Halls, TN 38040; 731-836-7400. Sept. 12-13 – 44th Germantown Festival; one of the longest, continuously run festivals in the area, C.O. Franklin Park, 7745 Poplar Pike, Germantown TN 38138; 901-757-9212, www. germantownfest.com. Sept. 12 – Zoo Rendezvous; 4 live bands, 80 restaurants & more, 901-333-6500, www. memphiszoo.org. Sept. 13 – 39th Annual Central Home & Gardens Tour; 1-6 p.m., 901-672-7630, www. centralgardens.org. Sept. 13 – 2nd International Hair Fest 2015; free, Handy Park, downtown on Beale, live music, hair extravaganza, more, in conjunction with Southern Heritage Classic, ; 901-398-6655, www. southernheritageclassic.com. Sept. 19 – Cooper Young Festival; at Cooper & Young, between Southern, E. Parkway & Central, one of Memphis’ favorite outdoor festivals, 901-276-7222, www.cooperyoungfestival.com. Sept. 24 – The Roast of Pat Halloran; Peabody Hotel Grand Ballroom, 149 Union, downtown, 38103; 901-529-4280, www.orpheum-memphis. com. Sept. 25- Oct. 4 – Mid-South Fair; Landers Center, 4560 Venture Dr., Southaven, MS 38671; 901-274-8800, www.midsouthfair.com. Sept. 25- 27 – Disney on Ice presents Frozen; FedExForum 191 Beale, Memphis 38103; 901205-1234, www.fedexforum.com. Sept. 26-27 – Harvest Fest; Memphis Zoo in Overton Park, 901-333-6500, www.memphiszoo. org. Sept. 28-Oct. 2 – AutoZone National Sales Meeting; this event is not open to the public. Shelby County Talks & Tours. Walking tours

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335 S. Hollywood, Memphis 38104; 901-3986655, www.southernheritageclassic.com, www. ticketmaster.com. Sept.10 – Gladys Knight with Jammin’ Jay Lamont; 8 p.m., Orpheum Theatre. Sept. 11 – Classic Music Festival; 7:30 p.m., Landers Center, 4560 Venture Dr., Southaven, MS. Sept. 12 – Ed “Too Tall” Jones Classic; 8 a.m., Tunica National Golf & Tennis, $150 per. Sept. 12 – Classic Parade, 9 a.m.; www. orangemound.vse.com, 901-413-7109. Sept. 12 – Classic Battle of the Bands, 10 a.m.; Whitehaven High School Stadium, 901-230-6973. Sept. 12 – Classic Fashions & Brunch, 11 a.m.; Celebrating 25 Years of Style, Glitz & Glamour, Holiday Inn at the University of Memphis, 901-831-8739. Sept. 12 – Southern Heritage Classic Football Game; 6 p.m., Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, 1-800-745-3000. Sept. 14 – WWe Raw Live; 6:30 p.m., FedExForum, 191 Beale, 901-205-2640, www. ticketmaster.com. Sept. 24 – University of Memphis Tigers vs. Cincinnati; football, Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, 335 S. Hollywood, Memphis 38104; 901678-2331, www.gotigersgo.com. Memphis International Raceway. 5500 Victory Lane, Millington, TN 38053; 901-969-7223, www. racemir.com. Aug. 8, Sept. 5 – Summit Bracket Racing Series. Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 – Test N Tune, Thursdays. Sept. 4 – Street Warz. Sept. 5 – Summit Bracket Racing Series. Sept. 11-13 – Great American Bracket Race. Sept. 19 – Rusty Wallace Racing Experience. Memphis Redbirds. AAA Baseball at AutoZone Park, 175 Toyota Plaza, downtown, 38103; 901721-6000, www.memphisredbirds.com. Aug. 31-Sept. 3 – New Orleans Zephyrs. Mike Rose Soccer Complex. 9000 E. Shelby Dr., Memphis 38125; 901-751-4223, www.mikerosesoccercomplex.com. Sept. 5 – Memphis Twilight Cross Country Classic. Sept. 11-13 – SoccerElite Fall Championship. Sept. 25-27 – The Rose Cup.

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Shops & Services APPAREL & ACCESSORIES MISTER HATS, 113 S. Highland at Poplar, 901-452-2099, or www.mrhats.com, - Map C-8. Most complete hat shop in the Mid-South, has such brands as Bailey, Borsalino, Dobbs, Kangol, Stetson, Tilley. Also a selection of neckties & cuff links. Open 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; all major credit cards. ART GALLERIES INSPIRATION ART GALLERY, Wolfchase Galleria, 2760 N. Germantown Pkwy, #112, 901-257-1212 - Map A-10; www.ThomasKinkadeMemphis.com. Specializing in limited edition canvas lithographs of works by Thomas Kinkade & many more. Also a wide variety of gifts & collectibles. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; open Sun. by appointment only. Major credit cards accepted. ARTS & CRAFTS CHECKERBERRY SHOPPE, 2247 S. Germantown Rd, 901-754-3601, Map D-10. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. In Old Germantown, a creative outlet with old-fashioned originality & hospitality, features commemorative pottery by Rowe, miniature houses (Germantown, Arlington, Collierville, Bartlett) & Germantown Buildings by Cat's Meow, Boyds Bears & Friends, & the Trail of the Painted Ponies. Also other gift items.

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MIRIMICHI GOLF COURSE, 6195 Woodstock Cuba Rd., Millington, TN 38053, 901-259-3800, www.mirimichi.com. Award-winning, world-class public access golf course only 15 minutes from downtown Memphis off Hwy. 51 N (turn at Rust Rd.), features 18-hole par 72 Championship Course, 9-hole par 36 Executive Course & 100 acres of practice facilities, in a beautifully secluded area. PLANTATION GOLF CLUB, 9425 Plantation Rd., off Germantown Ext./Riverdale, Olive Branch, MS, 901-525-2411, 662-895-3530. Just minutes south of Memphis, 30 minutes from Tunica casinos, one of Mississippi’s top 5 golf courses features Zoysia Fairways, Bentgrass Greens, full practice facilities, pro shop, Player’s Grill, golf instruction, meeting & banquet facilities. Tee times required on weekends; suggested at all times. INTERNET PROVIDERS GUESTVELOCITY BY WORLDSPICE TECHNOLOGIES, 901-843-9300, 866-466-7733, GuestVelocity.com. Highspeed, wireless Internet access for hotel guests, 50 times faster than dial-up, offering access to e-mail, VPN (Virtual Private Networks), home networks, Instant Messaging and the Internet. Compatible with laptops with either standard Wi-Fi (802.11) wireless capability, or standard hardwired Ethernet port. Tech support for guests is available 24/7. MUSEUMS BELZ MUSEUM OF ASIAN & JUDAIC ART 119 S. Main St., Pembroke Sq., concourse level, 901-523-ARTS, www.belzmuseum.org. The largest & most comprehensive collection of Asian art in the South, with more than 900 objects, ranging in date from 202 BC to the early 20th-century, including intricately carved Chinese jades, ivories, sculptures, paintings, ceramics, lacquer, textiles & funerary art. Also Judaica featuring some of Israel’s most celebrated contemporary artists. Gift shop on site; facilty rental available. Open 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., noon-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Admission $6 adults; $5 seniors; $4 students. Group rates available.

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ELVIS PRESLEY'S HEARTBREAK HOTEL Map G-4 3677 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN, 38116, across the street from Graceland Mansion. Phone 901-3321000, www.elvis.com. 128-room, fashionable boutique hotel, is convenient for Elvis-related activities as well as general sightseeing and business travel. Amenities include: security-patrolled parking lot, complimentary airport shuttle, heart-shaped outdoor pool, complimentary exercise room. Clarion Brooks Road. 1471 E. Brooks Rd., Memphis, TN, 38116; 901-332-3500. Comfort Inn East Airport. 2575 Thousand Oaks, Memphis, TN 38118. Phone 901-365-2575. Memphis Airport Hotel & Conference Center. 2240 Democrat, Memphis, TN, 38132; 901-332-1130.

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COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - COLLIERVILLE Map G-10 4640 Merchants Park Cir., Collierville, TN, 38017. Phone 901850-9390. www.marriott.com/MEMVL. Within walking distance of shopping & dining at The Avenue Carriage Crossing Mall, offers hot breakfast buffet complete with omelet & wafﬂe stations. Spacious rooms feature complimentary high-speed internet access, iron & ironing board, hair dryer, coffeemaker. Also indoor pool, on-site guest laundry, meeting space for up to 100 & onsite Market with room service delivery. Four Points by Sheraton. 4090 Stansell Court, Memphis TN, 38125. Phone 901-309-3020. Hampton Inn Collierville. 1280 W. Poplar Ave., Collierville, TN, 38017. Phone 901-854-9400. Holiday Inn Express & Suites. 4068 Stansell Cv., Memphis, TN, 38125. Phone 901-309-6474.

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Best Western Galleria Inn & Suites. 8635 Ricky Bell Cv., Memphis, TN, 38133. Phone 901-372-0000. Hampton Inn & Suites Wolfchase Galleria. 2935 N. Germantown Rd., Bartlett, TN, 38133. Phone 901-382-2050. Holiday Inn & Suites Memphis - Wolfchase. 2751 New Brunswick Rd., Memphis, TN, 38133. Phone 901-266-1952. Memphis Fairﬁeld Inn & Suites. 8489 US Hwy 64, Memphis, TN, 38133. Phone 901-381-0085. SpringHill Suites by Marriott. 2800 New Brunswick Road, Memphis, TN, 38133. Phone 901-380-9700.

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Comfort Inn - Downtown. 100 N. Front St., Memphis, TN 38103. Phone 901-526-0583. COURTSheraton YARD BY Memphis MARRIOTT Map B-2 Downtown, 250 75 Jefferson Ave., MemMain, TN, adjoining phis, 38103. Phone Memphis 9 0 1 - 5 2 2 Cook 2200. www. Conven- marriott.com. On the trolley tion line at Court Center. Square, a few blocks from the Cook Convention Center to the north & Beale St. to the south. Offers Bistro/Bar in lobby, high-speed internet access & mini-refrigerators in all rooms. CROWNE PLAZA Map C-3 300 N. Second St., Memphis, TN, 38105. Phone 901-525-1800, www.cpmemphishotel.com. Find the rhythm of Memphis here! Located one block from the Cook Convention Center with easy access to I-40 and walking distance from Beale Street. Hotel offers shuttle service to the entire downtown area and specializes

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Holiday Inn Downtown. 160 Union, right in the heart of downtown Memphis. HAMPTON INN - BEALE STREET Map C-2 175 Peabody Place, Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-2604000. Multi-award winning hotel, one block from Beale St., in downtown Memphis. 144 deluxe guest rooms with 30 suites, each offering large work desk, dual-line accessible phone, voice mail, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, remote-controlled TV with premium movie channel, CNN & ESPN. Complimentary breakfast bar, indoor pool & spa, fitness facility, laundry for the use of hotel guest. Holiday Inn Express - Medical Center. 1180 Union Ave., Memphis, TN,, 38104; 901-276-1175. HOLIDAY INN DOWNTOWN Map C-2 160 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-525-5491, 888-300-5491. 192-room downtown high-rise hotel, near Beale St., Trolley, FedEx Forum, AutoZone Park, Orpheum Theater, as well as Mississippi River, Mud Island, Memphis Convention Center, National Civil Rights Museum, Sun Studios, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and more. Full-service restaurant, lounge, coffee shop, exercise facility, outdoor terrace pool, complimentary wireless internet access, business center and over 6800 square ft. of meeting and banquet space. MADISON HOTEL Map B-2 79 Madison Ave., in the heart of downtown Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-333-1200 or toll-free 866/44-MEMPHIS. Affiliate of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, combines the distinct contemporary design of a luxury boutique hotel with southern hospitality and charm. Features wet bar, mini refrigerator & coffee maker, 2 phone lines & high-speed internet connection in every room; fitness center; indoor pool; valet parking; restaurant, lounge, meeting room & beautiful rooftop views of the Mississippi River. Peabody Hotel. 149 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-529-4000. RESIDENCE INN - DOWNTOWN Map B-2 110 Monroe Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-578-3700.

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Close to AutoZone Park, Fire Museum of Memphis, Orpheum Theater. Also nearby: Sun Studio, Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Features include: tub, business center & services & small meeting rooms, complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet, complimentary breakfast. Also library, bbq grills, laundry facilities as well as coffee/tea maker, microwave, refrigerator, complimentary newspaper, separate sitting area with desk & sofa bed. Room service during limited hours. River Inn of Harbor Town. 50 Harbor Town Square, Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-260-3333. SHERATON MEMPHIS DOWNTOWN Map C-3 250 Main St., Memphis, TN, 38103, adjoining Cook Convention Center. 901-527-7300, 1-800-325-3535, www.sheraton. com/memphisdowntown. 600 rooms on 19 floors, 2 concierge level floors, full-service restaurant & lobby bar. Also indoor pool, health club & high-speed internet access. In-room movies. Peabody Hotel. 149 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-529-4000. SLEEP INN AT COURT SQUARE Map B-2 40 N. Front St., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-522-9700. Platinum Hospitality Award Winner, 2001-2002, With a Main Street Trolley just outside the door, Beale St. & all downtown attractions are just minutes away. Free, deluxe Continental breakfast; free high-speed internet; free local phone calls; free HBO; & fitness center. SPRINGHILL BY MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN Map B-2 21 N. Main St., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-522-2100, 1-800-593-6415. All-suite hotel offers up to 25% more space than a traditional hotel room with separate areas for sleeping, eating/working and relaxing. Pantry features in-room refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, 2 phones, data ports & voice mail. Complimentary breakfast, pool & fitness center, free high-speed internet. Adjoining the historic Kress Conference Center. Westin Memphis Beale Street. 170 Lt. George W. Lee Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-334-5900.

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Comfort Inn East Airport - 2575 Thousand Oaks Cv., Memphis, TN 38118. Phone 901-365-2575. Courtyard by Marriott - Lenox Park. 3076 Kirby Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38115. Phone 901-365-6400. Courtyard by Marriott - Park Ave. 6015 Park Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-761-0330. DOUBLETREE MEMPHIS Map C-9 5069 Sanderlin, Memphis, TN, 38117. Phone 901-767-6666, 1-800-445-8667. 264 rooms on 8 floors. King-size rooms (20% larger than regular), & handicap rooms available. Exercise room, indoor/outdoor pool, cable TV, 9 meeting rooms for 10300. Lynchburg Legends for breakfast, lunch, dinner daily. Embassy Suites. 1022 S. Shady Grove Rd., Memphis, TN, 38120. Phone 901-684-1777. Four Points by Sheraton. 5877 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-767-6300. Hampton Inn - Poplar. 5320 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-683-8500. Hampton Inn - Thousand Oaks. 2700 S. Perkins Rd., Memphis, TN, 38118. Phone 901-367-1234. HILTON MEMPHIS Map D-10 939 Ridge Lake Blvd, Memphis, TN, 38120. Phone 901-6846664, 1-800-HILTONS, www.hilton.com. In the heart of the East Memphis business district, just minutes from the airport, downtown, Beale St. & FedExForum, Liberty Bowl, Memphis Zoo & more. Amenities include high speed internet, dataport and voicemail, hairdryer, coffeemaker, iron & ironing board, pool & fitness facilities, laundry/valet service. Holiday Inn/Fogelman Executive Center. 3700 Central Ave., Memphis, TN, 38111. Phone 901-678-8200. HOMESTEAD STUDIO SUITES HOTEL Map D-10 6500 Poplar Ave., 901-767-5522, 1-888-STAY-HSD. Studio suite rooms feature a fully-equipped kitchen complete with refrigerator, microwave, stovetop, dining & cook utensils. Also on-site laundry, iron & full-size ironing board, in-room computer data ports. Off-site fitness club access (fees may apply) & dry cleaning available. Memphis Marriott East. 5795 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-682-7881. Residence Inn - East. 6141 Old Poplar Pike, Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-685-9595.

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Comfort Inn & Suites - Germantown. 7787 Wolf River Blvd., Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-757-7800. Courtyard by Marriott - Germantown. 7750 Wolf River Pkwy, Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-751-0230. HAMPTON INN HACKS CROSS Map G-10 3579 Hacks Cross at Winchester, across from the Tournament Players Club, 901-754-8454. Four-story, 133 East Memphis hotel with 63 mini-suites. Features include deluxe Continental breakfast, 2-line phones & voice-mail, free local calls, outdoor pool, exercise room, business center, coin-operated laundry. Mini-suites feature separate living room & work area, 2 TVs, microwave & refrigerator. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. 7784 Wolf Trail Cove, Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-309-6700. Homewood Suites - Germantown. 7855 Wolf River Pkwy. Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-751-2500. Homewood Suites Hacks Cross. 3583 Hacks Cross, Memphis, TN, 38138. Phone 901-758-5018. Hyatt Place - Germantown. 9161 Winchester Rd., Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-759-1174. Residence Inn - Germantown. 9314 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN, 38138. Phone 901-752-0900.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Map A-4 5090 Copper Creek Blvd., Millington, TN, 38053. Phone 901872-3640. 1-888-HOLIDAY (465-4329), www.hiexpress.com/ millingtontn. Amenities include Express Start Breakfast Bar & Free hi-speed internet.

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Gold Strike Casino Resort. 1010 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS, 38664. Phone 888-245-7829. Harrah’s Casino & Hotel. 13615 Old Hwy 61 North, Robin-

Hilton Memphis, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd., Poplar & I-240 in East Memphis sonville, MS, 38664. Phone 800-946-4946. Hilton Garden Inn. 6671 Towne Center Loop, Southaven, MS, 38671. Phone 662-349-0277. Holiday Inn Southaven. 280 Marathon Way, Southaven, MS, 38671. Phone 662-349-0444. Whispering Woods Hotel & Conference Center. 7300 Hacks Cross Rd., 38654. Phone 662-890-2941. HOLLYWOOD CASINO TUNICA Map G-1 1150 Casino Strip Blvd., Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-871-0711. Luxurious 506-room Hollywood Hotel features 5-story tower, overlooking casino ﬂoor, & 8-story tower. Amenities & services include luxury suites, indoor pool & hot tub, outdoor sundeck. 24-hour room service, gift shop & priority tee times at River Bend Links Golf Course. Horseshoe Casino & Hotel. 1021 Casino Center, Robinsonville, MS, 38664. Phone 800-303-7463. Tunica Roadhouse Casino & Hotel. 1107 Casino Center, Robinsonville, MS, 38664. Phone 662-363-0711.

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AGRICENTER INTERNATIONAL Map C-10 7777 Walnut Grove Rd. in E. Memphis, (901) 757-7777, www. agricenter.org. World’s 1st year-round, international agricultural marketing center. Exhibitors & company offices in 160,000 square ft. exhibition pavilion & on 1,000 acre demonstration farm. Latest agricultural technology on display. Location for National Weather Service. Closed Sat. & Sun. ART MUSEUM of the UNIVERSITY of MEMPHIS Map D-8 142 Communication Fine Arts Bldg., University of Memphis, near Central Ave., 901-678-2444, www.amum.org. Includes the Institute of Egyptian Art & Archaeology, the largest public collection of Egyptian antiquities in the South; the Spirit of Africa collection of West African art objects; and changing exhibits of contemporary art. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat., closed between changing exhibits & UM holidays, admission free. A U T O Z O N E PA R K Map C-2 200 Union Ave. at 3rd, downtown, (901)721-6050, www.memphisredbirds.com. The best minor league ballpark in America, and home of the Memphis Redbirds, features beautiful redbrick exterior, double-decked seating, paved walkway around the park, 24-foot climbing wall, picnic is Memph useum, tables, walkway overlooking RedM birds bullpen. Memphis Redbirds Soul Rock n Beale St. Baseball Foundation is the only non191 profit team-owner in the U.S. BASS PRO SHOPS AT THE PYRAMID Map A-3 1 Bass Pro Dr., downtown at Memphis Pyramid, 38105; 901291-8200, www.basspro.com. Open Mon.-Sat. 8am-10pm, Sun 8am-7pm; aquarium & fish feeding daily at 10am & 5pm, alligator feeding Tues., Thurs., Sat. 2pm. Like they say: more than just a store – an adventure. Offering something for everyone, from serious outdoor enthusiast to families looking for fun. Nothing else like it anywhere in the world. Highlights: Ducks Unlimited Waterfowling Heritage Center, Big Cypress Lodge, Beretta Fine Gun Center, 28-Story Freestanding Glass Elevator, Lookout at the Pyramid, Uncle Buck's Fishbowl & Grill, Cypress Swamp Waterfowl Habitat. BEALE STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT Map C-2 Downtown Memphis between 2nd & 4th St. (901) 526-0110, www.bealestreet.com. One of America’s famous streets; where W.C. Handy gave birth to the blues. Features restaurants, shows, shops, music, Handy statue in Handy Park. Also W.C. Handy home. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS Map D-7 2525 Central Ave. at Hollywood, by Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, 458-2678, www.cmom.com. Hands-on learning adventure for children & their families. Open 7 days a week 9 a.m.-5 p.m. & some major holidays. Call for prices. (H20h! Splash opening May 2013. Open seasonally.) DANNY THOMAS-ALSAC PAVILION/ST. JUDE Map B-3 332 Lauderdale N. in front of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 495-3300, www.stjude.org. Information center for St. Jude contains posters, photos, fund-raising memorabilia & audio-visual displays pertaining to hospital. Danny Thomas & ALSAC (the fund-raising arm of St. Jude). For tours of pavilion & hospital call 495-4414. Pavilion open daily. Free admission. Gift shop open daily 8:30 a.m.-4 :30p.m. DAVIES MANOR HOUSE Map A-10 9336 Davies Plantation Rd., in northeast Shelby County, 901386-0715, www.daviesmanorplantation.org. Historic log house begun around 1830, open for tours Tues.-Sat., 12-3:30 p.m. when last tour begins. Season runs Apr. 1-Dec.15. Visit the pioneer log & chink dwelling of the Davies family who farmed the land for over 100 years. Nominal admission. Handicap

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access first floor. Call for information & directions. THE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS Map D-8 4339 Park, 901-761-5250, www.dixon.org. One of South’s finest collections of French Impressionist art, antique furniture & 17 acres of formal & informal gardens. Also Stout Collection of 18th Century German Porcelain. Open Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m., closed Mon. Admission $7 adults, $5 seniors 65 & over, $5 students with ID, $3 children 7-17, Dixon members free. Group rates available. ELMWOOD CEMETERY Map D-4 824 S. Dudley, 901-744-3212, www.elmwoodcemetery.org. Established 1852, the final resting place of prominent Memphians, yellow fever victims, politicians & Civil War generals. Free. Open daily 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Office open 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-noon Sat., office closed Sun. Handicap accessible. FEDEXFORUM Map C-3 191 Beale & 3rd, 901-205-2640, www.fedexforum.com. Home of the Memphis Grizzlies, the University of Memphis Tiger basketball team and the Smithsonian Rock 'n' Soul Museum. FIRE MUSEUM OF MEMPHIS Map B-3 Fire Engine House No. 1 at 118 Adams, downtown, 901-320-5650, www.firemuseum.com. Teaches Memphis fire history and fire safety and prevention. Exhibits include the FedEx Fire Room that recreates the experience of a real fire and rare historic equipment dating to 1870’s. Fire Engine House No. 1 built in 1910 is on the National Historic Register. Memorial Wall commemorating firefighters who died in the line of duty. Open Monday-Saturday, 9-5. GOLF & GAMES FAMILY PARK Map A-10 5484 Summer, 901-386-2992, www.puttputtmemphis.com. Features 3 Putt-Putt Golf Courses, 100-plus video games, 100 tee lighted golf range, Max Flight “Virtual Rollercoaster” & LaserTron “The Ultimate Laser Action Game”, Go-kart Supertrak & Funtrak, bumper boats, batting cages, Funland for toddlers, private picnic area & birthday parties. Individual, wristband or group rates available. Open year round with seasonal hours. Call for specific hours. GRACELAND Map G-5 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116, home of Elvis Presley, King of Rock & Roll! Enjoy an interactive iPad tour of Graceland Mansion plus an all-new Graceland Archives Experience. Tour options also include self-guided tours of Elvis Automobile Museum, Sincerely Elvis and more. Great Elvis shopping and on-site restaurants. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Mansion tours not available Tuesdays Dec.-Feb.Reservations suggested during summer. (901) 332-3322 or 1-800-238-2000, www.graceland.com. MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN Map D-9 96 acres with 28 specialty gardens: My Big Backyard family garden for jumping, splashing, digging & creating; the renowned Seijakuen Japanese Garden of Tranquility, with often photographed red drum bridge & unique cultural features; also one of the nation's largest Herb Gardens, with unique opportunities for programming & visitor experience. Rental facilities & outdoor pavilion available; also Art exhibits & horticulture programs; Fratelli’s in the Garden Restaurant Tues.-Sat. 11am-2pm. Garden hours: Mar.- Oct.: Mon.-Sat. 9-6pm; Sun. 11am-6pm. Nov.-Feb. Mon.-Sat. 9am4:30pm; Sun. 11am-4:30pm. $5 adults; Seniors (62+) $4; kids

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(3-12) $3; 2 & under FREE; Garden members FREE. Group Discounts, Wheelchair accessible, free parking, 750 Cherry Rd, 901-636-4100, www. memphisbotanicgarden.com . MEMPHIS BROOKS MUSEUM OF ART Map B-5 In Overton Park, 901-544-6200, www.brooksmuseum.org. Look! Lunch! Shop! Spend an afternoon in the Museum galleries, BrushmarkRestaurant and Museum Store. Outstanding collections of ﬁne art dating fromantiquity to present and superb international traveling exhibitions. Permanent collection includes Italian Renaissance and Baroque paintings and sculpture, European and American paintings, and more. The Brushmark Restaurant, overlooking Overton Park, offers southern gourmet in a bistro atmosphere. Open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wed.-Fri. (til 8 p.m. Thurs.), 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun., closed Mon. & Tues. Admission prices: $7 adults; $6 seniors (65+); $3 students with ID; children 7-17 $3; children under 6 free. Discounted admission for scheduled groups; free admission on Wed. MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM Map C-7 3050 Central, 901-320-6320, www.memphismuseums.org. Explores natural & cultural history of Mid-South. Also features Sharpe Planetarium, Union Planters IMAX Theater & temporary exhibits throughout the year. Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Handicap accessible. MEMPHIS ROCK 'N' SOUL MUSEUM Map C-2 191 Beale St. & 3rd, at FedExForum, (901)-205-2533, www. memphisrocknsoul. org. The Memphis Memphis Botanic Garden. Rock ‘n’ Soul M u s e u m ’ s exhibition about the birth of rock & soul music, created by the Smithsonian Institution, tells the story of musical pioneers who, for the love of music, overcame racial & socio-economic barriers to create the music that shook the entire world. The museum offers a comprehensive Memphis music experience from the rural field hollers & sharecroppers of the '30s, through the explosion of Sun, Stax & Hi Records, & Memphis’ musical heyday in the 70s, to its global musical inﬂuence. Open daily, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (last entry 6:15). Adults $12, youth (5-17) $9. Group rates; AAA, AARP & military discounts. MEMPHIS ZOO Map B-5 In Overton Park, 901-276-WILD, www.memphiszoo.org, CHINA exhibit is home to giant pandas Ya Ya and Le Le, and Northwest Passage - featuring polar bears, black bears, sea lions and bald eagles - opens in March 2006. Also features Cat Country, Animals of the Night, Cat House Cafe, Children’s Rides, Discovery Center, Primate Canyon & Once Upon A Farm. Open (Mar.-Oct.) 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, last admission 5 p.m. Winter hours (Nov.-Feb.) 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., last admission 4 p.m. MUD ISLAND RIVER PARK Map B-2 125 N. Front St. Features 18-gallery Mississippi River Museum, River Walk, Adventure Center, gift shops, 5,000-seat amphitheatre for concerts & shows, food concessions & special events. Open 2nd weekend of April to Memorial Day Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend open daily, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. After Labor Day weekend open til end of Oct. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Special attractions throughout season. Call (901) 576-7241, www.mudisland.com. NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM Map B-2 450 Mulberry St., downtown, 901-521-9699, www.civilrightsmuseum.org. The Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in 1968. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon. & Wed.Sat., 1-5 p.m. Sun., closed Tues. NATIONAL ORNAMENTAL METAL MUSEUM Map D-1 374 Metal Museum Dr., by DeSoto Park. Changing & permanent exhibits of metal or pertaining to metalwork. Historical & contem-

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porary exhibits. Open Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Closed Mon. First ﬂoor, grounds & smithy are handicap accessible. 901-774-6380, www.metalmuseum.org. ORPHEUM THEATRE Map C-2 Main & Beale, 901-525-7800, www.orpheum-memphis.com. A Memphis landmark since opening in 1928. Once part of Vaudeville’s great Orpheum Circuit. Call for tours of restored lobby & auditorium. SAINT BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP Map C-4 645 Marshall Ave., 901-578-3588, www.saintblues.com. Originally launched in Memphis in 1984 by one of Schecter Guitar Research’s early founders, Tom Keckler, Saint Blues quickly became one of the sought-after boutique guitar brands in the mid & late 80’s, but closed the production line in 1989. The line was restarted in 2006 with Tom Keckler once again involved. Artists who played or still play original Saint Blues are a who’s who of rock & blues legends including Bono, Albert King, Billy Gibbons, Jeff Carlisi, Joe Walsh, Eric Clapton & Billy Squier. Based in Memphis, Saint Blues’ line of handmade, Workshop Series custom guitars & their roots instruments line including the electric washboard & cigar box guitars are available for sale at a discount in the factory showroom. Open Mon.-Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Sat. 11 am-5 pm; Sun. by appointment. Factory ﬂoor tours: Mon.-Fri. at 11 am. Tours $4.00. Group rates for tours of 20 or more. SHELBY FARMS SHOW PLACE ARENA Map C-10 At the corner of Germantown Rd. & Walnut Grove in E. Memphis, 901-756-7433. Multi-purpose facility for equestrian events like horse shows, sales & auctions, races & rodeos. Also hosts trade, boat & car shows, concerts, crusades & catered banquets. STAX MUSEUM OF AMERICAN SOUL MUSIC Map D-4 926 E. McLemore Ave, 901-942-SOUL (7685), www.staxmuseum. com. Less than 3 miles from Beale St., the neighborhood studio that gave us Isaac Hayes, Booker T & the MGs, Otis Redding, Rufus & Carla Thomas, Sam & Dave, the Staple Singers, the Mar-Keys, the Bar-Kays & more, features more than 2,000 fun & fascinating exhibits. Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.; closed Mon.; gift shop open during museum hours. SUN STUDIO Map C-4 706 Union, 901-521-0664, www.sunstudio.com. Experience Guided Tours of the “Birthplace of Rock N’ Roll.” Hear session outtakes, touch Elvis’ 1st microphone, see loads of memorabilia & re-live the history of the world’s most famous recording studio, that launched careers of Johnny Cash, Rufus Thomas, Charlie Rich, BB King, Howlin’ Wolf, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and many other legends! Our Special Anniversary Tour features previously unseen early Sun Studio memorabilia including early Elvis items on loan from Graceland & private collectors. Recently (2003) designated Memphis’ 2nd National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service. Sun Studio open daily, 10a.m.-6p.m. Tours every hour at half past 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Admission $9.50 adults; kids under 12 free. Start in the Sun Studio Soda Shop & Record Store for a journey back to the 1950s. WOODRUFF-FONTAINE HOUSE Map B-3 680 Adams, 901-526-1469. French-Victorian home, built in 1870, complete with period furnishings & large collection of antique clothing. Open Wed.-Sun. 12-4 p.m. Limited handicap access. Also gift shop. Foreign language translations of house history.

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(Key dining continued from page 22) & a whole lotta great stuff shakin' from the kitchen! Great view of Beale from 12 Bar Balcony & Bistro, Souvenirs & memorabilia available in the gift shop. SHERATON CROSSROADS TAVERN & GRILLE Map C-3 250 N. Main St., zip code 38103, in the Sheraton Memphis Downtown, 527-7300; www.sheratonmemphisdowntown. com. Perfect get-together place for friends or co-workers to enjoy a great meal. Casual but upscale Tavern offers Starbucks® coffee, pastries & prepared food to go, as well as full dining service, handcrafted cocktails & artisanal wines. Serving Mon.-Sat. 2 p.m.-1 a.m., Sun. 2 p.m.-midnight. in the Grille enjoy delicious American dining in an innovative, urbancountry atmosphere. open daily 6 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-10 p.m. Valet parking available All major credit cards accepted.

Who's gotta chicken (& a whole lot more!) in the oven? Jerry Lee Lewis' Cafe & Honky Tonk, 310 Beale St. Enjoy the good times on the Great Ball of Fire Courtyard. PEABODY HOTEL Map C-2 149 Union Ave., zip code 38103, 901-529-4000. The South’s Grand Hotel offers a variety of dining experiences, from the casual elegance of the Lobby Bar to the awardwinning cuisine of Chez Philippe and Capriccio Grill: Chez Philippe, the only Mobil 4-star restaurant in the Mid-South, offers innovative French-Asian cuisine from Chef Reinaldo Alfonso. Open Tues.-Sat. for dinner only; reservations suggested. Capriccio Grill an Italian grill, features prime steaks, steaming seafood and fresh seafood. Open daily; serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. The Corner Bar is chic downtown nightlife with cocktails, martinis, light bites and live blues Thurs.-Fri. Open daily. Peabody Deli and Desserts features famous Peabody pastries, deli sandwiches and Starbucks coffee. Eat in or take-out; open daily. Said to be the “living room” of Memphis, the Lobby Bar is the place to see and be seen – and watch The Peabody Ducks swim in their marble fountain. ROOK’S CORNER Map D-10 939 Ridge Lake Blvd., zip code 38120, at Poplar & I-240, in the Hilton Memphis, 901-684-6664. Delightful bistro atmosphere and a menu of classic American cuisine. Features: daily breakfast buffet with made-to-order omelettes and wafﬂes; affordable lunch buffet Mon.-Fri.; nightly dinner specials. Open daily, 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Major credit cards accepted. RUSSWOOD PARK BAR & GRILL Map C-2 160 Union Ave., zip code 38103, in the Holiday Inn Select Downtown, 901-525-5491. Sports-minded restaurant

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dedicated to the memory of a long-gone Memphis sports landmark: Russwood Park. Menu features a full roster of game-stopping appetizers, sandwiches, salads & steaks as well as fascinating trivia about the famous Memphis ballpark. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Major credit cards accepted. TEXAS de BRAZIL Map C-2 150 Peabody Place, #103, zip code 38103, 901-526-7600. Fixed price menu features select cuts of Certified Angus beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage slowly roasted over an open flame and served with garlic mashed potatoes and fried bananas. Also a 40-item seasonal selection bar that features appetizers, soups, salads and side items. Brazilian cheesecake and papaya cream for dessert. Extensive wine list; hand-rolled cigars. Open daily for dinner; lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wed.-Fri. Major credit cards accepted. JAPANESE BLUEFIN Map B-2 135 S. Main 38103; 901-528-1010, www.bluefinmemphis. com. Edge cuisine & sushi lounge featuring wide selection of sushi as well as steak, grilled salmon, pan seared scallops, flatbread pizza, lettuce wraps & more. Full bar with wide choice of beer & wine. Open from 11 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., from 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. Reservations requested. Major credit cards accepted. ROBATA RAMEN & YAKITORI BAR Map C-6 2116 Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-410-8290, www. robatamemphis.com. Large selections of yakitori skewers & ramen styles & special flavors. Full bar featuring an assortment of sake. Open daily, 5 p.m.-midnight. Major credit cards accepted.

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once again involved. Artists who played or still play original Saint Blues are a who’s who of rock & blues legends including Bono, Albert King, Billy Gibbons, Jeff Carlisi, Joe Walsh, Eric Clapton & Billy Squier. Based in Memphis, Saint Blues’ line of handmade, Workshop Series custom guitars & their roots instruments line including the electric washboard & cigar box guitars are available for sale at a discount in the factory showroom. Open Mon.-Fri. 10 am-6 pm; Sat. 11 am-5 pm; Sun. by appointment. Factory floor tours: Mon.-Fri. at 11 am. Tours $4.00. Group rates for tours of 20 or more. VISIT HISTORIC HOLLY SPRINGS! 888-687-4765, www. visithollysprings.com, 45 miles south of Memphis, out Hwy. 78. The Antebellum Capitol of the Mid-South, offering daily home & garden tours, historic museums, art galleries, shopping on it's historic square, camping & world famous burgers at Phillip's Grocery Also home to Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, Fitch Farms Galena Plantation, Kirkwood National Golf Club & Cottages, Wall Doxey State Park, Chewalla Lake & National Forest, Rust College & Hillcrest Cemetery, the resting place of 13 Confederate generals & the first AfricanAmerican senator. GRACELAND Map G-5 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116, home of Elvis Presley, King of Rock & Roll! Enjoy an interactive iPad tour of Graceland Mansion plus an all-new Graceland Archives Experience. Tour options also include self-guided tours of Elvis Automobile Museum, Sincerely Elvis and more. Great Elvis shopping and on-site restaurants. Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Mansion tours not available Tuesdays Dec.-Feb.Reservations suggested during summer. (901) 332-3322 or 1-800-238-2000, www.graceland.com. TRANSPORTATION SERVICES METRO CAB & ADVANTAGE CAB. 901-322-2222. Fast, friendly, professional service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The area’s largest fleet features a professionally trained staff & safe, clean sedans & vans. Serving Collierville, Cordova, Germantown, Olive Branch, Millington, Southaven, West Memphis & Memphis. Quick access; local or long distance fares; fully insured. Visa, MasterCard & American Express accepted; corporate direct billing available. YELLOW CAB. P.O. Box 400, Memphis, TN 38101, 901-577-7777 (call or text), www.premierofmemphis.com. Transportation throughout the Memphis area, just a phone call away. Also chauffeured limousines and sedans, charter buses and vans, & package delivery. And: Ride The Roo, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Fri. & Sat. from Overton Square to Cooper Young District. www.ridetheroo.com.

courses, 100-plus video games, 100 tee lighted golf range, Go-kart Supertrak & Funtrak, bumper boats, batting cages, Funland for todllers, private picnic area & birthday parties, Route 66 Bowling Game, Max Flight “Virtual Rollercoaster” & multi-level LaserTron “The Ultimate Laser Action Game”. Individual, wristband or group rates available. Open year round with seasonal hours. Call for specific hours. TUNICA RIVERPARK. 1 RiverPark Dr. off Fitzgeralds Blvd., Tunica Resorts, MS, 1-866-51RIVER (517-4837), www. tunicariverpark.com. In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a one-of-a-kind interactive, interpretive center showcasing the legend, life and history of the Mississippi River. 9 a.m.5 p.m. 7days a week; closed Christmas day. $5 adults, $4 children 12 & under and seniors 65 & older. Ecotrail is free. Call for group rates. SHUTTLES, TROLLEYS MAIN STREET TROLLEY & RIVERFRONT LOOP, Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA), 901-274-MATA. Daily downtown service with stops at Central Station, Beale St., Civil Rights Museum, Mud Island, Peabody Place, Pyramid, Fire Museum, South Main Historic District & more. $1 each way; 50¢ 65+ & handicap; 4 & under free. Exact fare required. TOURS BACKBEAT TOURS. 2nd & Beale St. (Blues City Cafe), zip code 38103, 901-527-9415, www. backbeattours.com. Relive the music of 1950s & 1960s Memphis with these one-of-akind music tours, complete with musician/tour guides who perform live (extra instruments are available: join in!) as you tour Memphis’ musical heritage aboard a vintage 1950s-era bus. Tours include the Memphis Mojo Tour, an 80-minute swing through the best of musical Memphis, from blues to rock to soul; the Big Muddy Blues to Superfly Soul, a 3 hour in depth tour that includes admission to the Stax Museum of American Soul Music; and the Hound Dog Tour, 3 hours focused on Elvis. DAVIES MANOR, 9336 Davies Plantation Rd., zip code 38133. Log & chink house, built 1807, early furnishings. Tours Tues.-Sat. 12-3:30 p.m. when last tour begins. Season runs Apr. 1-Dec. 15. Nominal admission. Handicap access first floor. For information & directions call 901-386-0715. SAINT BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP Map C-4 645 Marshall Ave., 901-578-3588, www.saintblues.com. Originally launched in Memphis in 1984 by one of Schecter Guitar Research’s early founders, Tom Keckler, Saint Blues quickly became one of the sought-after boutique guitar brands in the mid & late 80’s, but closed the production line in 1989. The line was restarted in 2006 with Tom Keckler

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