KEY Memphis August 1, 2013 Issue

August 1-15, 2013

Everything you need to get around Memphis!

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The Magazine of Memphis

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Meet ‘n’ Greet with artist Betty Harper, 12-5 p.m.

Aug. 12-15 at the Heartbreak Hotel, 3677 Elvis Presley Blvd., & see her latest portraits & pictures of The King.

901-332-1000, 615-504-7691, www.bettyharper.com.

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FEATURES Advertisers/websites Index..............27 Dining......22-27 Shopping....14-15, 27 Points of Interest...24-25 Maps..6, 8, 9, 14 Key After Dark...28 15, 16, 17, 29 Speaking of Food...23 Worship...20 Events.......7, 10-13 Hotels.......18-19

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ELVIS WEEK! August 10-17, at Graceland in Memphis

(The Elvis Week Main Stage at Graceland is back!)

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9 Hard Rock Last Chance Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Round 1. 8:30 pm Show 9 pm Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale $5 at door.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 Tupelo Fan Appreciation Day. E.P. Birthplace, Tupelo, MS. $35; 662841-1245, www.elvispresleybirthplace.com. Transportation $85 per, Graceland Crossing 7:30 am, 901-870-7386.

Hard Rock Last Chance Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest – Round 2. Doors open 8:30 p.m. Show 9 p.m. Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale St. SUNDAY, AUGUST 11 Hound Dog Tour: A Musical City Tour Celebrating Elvis by Backbeat Tours. 2:30 pm. Backbeat Tours window, Blues City Café, 140 Beale, www.backbeattours.com, or 800-979-3370 or 901-5279415.

George Klein’s Elvis Mafia Reunion. 5 pm Alfred’s, 197 Beale, $45, Reservations 901-525-3711.

New Exhibits at Elvis Presley’s Graceland in 2013 Walk in the footsteps of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll at Elvis Presley’s Graceland. In addition, to enjoying a tour of Graceland Mansion, the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, and Elvis’ custom jets. Guests can experience two new exhibits in 2013.

Limited time exhibits include Elvis: Live from Las Vegas which explores Elvis’ career from the first time he stepped on stage there to his triumphant return to 1969 and beyond; and Elvis’ Hawaii: Concerts, Movies and More which showcase Elvis’ love of the islands and why it was one of his favorite places to be.

Other exhibits to enjoy: Elvis' Tupelo allows fans to explore the city that Elvis first called home with photos, video, and memorabilia. An Interactive Timeline celebrating 1956, the year Elvis and rock & roll riveted the world.

If you choose to tour Graceland as a VIP, check out Elvis...Through His Daughter's Eyes which looks at Lisa Marie's experience of growing up with a famous father.

Graceland tour options include:

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Graceland Platinum Tour ($37.00 adults; $33.30 ages 62+ & youth/students 13-18; $18.00 ages 7-12; children 6 & under are free), includes an audio-guided tour of Graceland mansion and self-guided tours of Elvis’ Automobile Museum, Elvis’ custom jets, Graceland VIP Tour ($70 per person), includes an audioguided tour of Graceland mansion and self-guided tours of Elvis’ Automobile Museum, Elvis’ custom jets, and more. In addition, VIP guests also enjoy front of the line mansion access, a special all-day ticket, keepsake backstage pass and a special VIP tour only exhibit.

Or, if you just have a short amount of time for a visit, you can also enjoy a Mansion Only Tour.

In addition, while at Graceland, enjoy shopping in one of the many gift shops or lunch in Graceland plaza.

For a FREE online travel planner, more information or reservations, visit Elvis.com or call 901-332-3322 or 800-238-2000. Graceland parking is located at 3717 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis. © EPE, Reb. U.S. Pat. & TM. Off. www.keymemphis.com

Hard Rock Last Chance Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest – Round 3. 8:30 pm Show 9 pm Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale, $5 at door.

MONDAY, AUGUST 12 Kids/Youth Karaoke. 2-3:30 pm Graceland Crossing. 17 & under.

Merle Temple Booksigning. Marlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley, Memphis 38116, 901-332-4159.

Salute to Memphis Music with Memphis Jones & Brad Birkedahl.

7 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. $20. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13 Humes Marker Dedication. 10 am. Humes Middle School (formerly high school), 659 N Manassas. George Klein & Ronnie McDowell. 9:30 am.

Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center Elvis Week Fan Reception. 10 am-noon. Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center, 877 Jefferson. Carol & James Light, founders of Memories of Elvis souvenir shop.

Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Showcase. 1 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. $20. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

Elvis at Stax Listening Party. 4-6 pm. Stax Museum, 926 E. McLemore. With Norbert Putnam. Free.

Viva Las Vegas Movie & Dance Party. 7-11 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. $30. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Meet ‘n’ Greet. 10 am-noon.

Hard Rock Cafe, 315 Beale. Private event.

Conversations on Elvis. 1 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland.

Mother Dolores Hart, T.G. Sheppard & Norbert Putnam. $20.

800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

Graceland Trivia Tour. 5 pm. Graceland Ticket Office. $33 adult; $15 kids 7-12; kids 6 & under free. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Semifinal Round. 7 pm.

Cannon Center, 255 N. Main. 2-day tickets $139 & $69. Ticketmaster outlets, 800-745-3000 or Cannon Center box office.

Ronnie McDowell; with Florida Boys. New Daisy, 330 Beale, Memphis 38103; 901-525-8979, tickets 866-468-7630, www. newdaisy.com Michael Hoover Fan Club Meeting. Marlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley, Memphis 38116, www.memphistravel.com.

Gavin Kelly & Lori Anderson. Marlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley, Memphis 38116; 901-332-4159, www.memphistravel.com.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 15 Elvis Gospel Celebration. 9 am. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland.

Terry Mike Jeffrey, Andy Childs & former members of J.D. Sumner & Stamps Quartet – Bill Baize, Donnie Sumner, Ed Hill & Larry Strickland. $30. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

Elvis Presley Fan Club Presidents’ Event. 1 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. $5 March of Dimes donation at door.

Tickets $15. 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

Memorial Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Elvis Presley. 3 pm. St. Paul Catholic Church, 1425 E. Shelby Dr., Memphis 38116. Music from 2:15 pm. www.StPaulMemphis.org, (901) 346-2380.

David Allen Fan Club Meeting. Marlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis 38116; www.memphistravel.com.

Candlelight Vigil. 8:30 p.m. Gates of Graceland. Free. Gates open until all have participated. Free parking at Graceland visitor center complex after 6 p.m.

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 George Klein’s Elvis Memorial Service. Noon. Main Theatre Bldg, University of Memphis. Free. 901-678-2565.

Aloha from Hawaii VIP Reception. 5-6:30 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. Private event.

Aloha from Hawaii 40th Anniversary Enhanced Screening. 7:30 pm. Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main. Former Stamps Quartet

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August 1-15, 2013 • KEY 5

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Also at Mirimichi: Little Mirimichi, a 9-hole, par 35 executive course. A faster, less rigorous golfing experience than the Championship Course, Little Mirimichi is no less beautiful.

Mirimichi's world-class practice facilities include a driving range, short-game complex & putting green, all designed to help you improve every facet of your game.

Mirimichi Golf Course is at 6195 Woodstock Cuba Rd., Millington, TN 38053, off Hwy. 51 N (turn at Rust Rd.) — only 15 minutes from downtown Memphis.

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A world-class golfing experience like no other

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Aloha from Hawaii After-Party. 10 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. Terry Mike Jeffrey & band. $30 online or 800-238-2000 or 901-332-3322.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 Elvis Presley 5K Run Benefiting Livitup, Inc. 8 am.

901-316-0377,elvispresleyrunandwalk.com.

Elvis Presley Fan Club Presents Elvis Spirit Runners for Elvis & Livitup, Inc. Can’t make the race? Join in Elvis’ spirit! $30 includes race shirt . Kluckett@livitupinc.org or www.elvispresleyrunandwalk.com.

Official Elvis Insiders Event. 10 am. Elvis Week Main Stage, Graceland. With Stamps Quarteters Bill Baize, Donnie Sumner & DJ Fontana. $25. Tickets online or 800-2382000 or 901-332-3322.

Elvis Celebration Concert. 3 pm. Elvis Week Main Stage Graceland. Terry Mike Jeffrey, DJ Fontana & Millie Kirkham. $35. Tickets online, 800-238-2000, 901-3323322.

Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest Final Round. 7 pm.

Cannon Center, 255 N. Main. 2-day tickets $139 & $69.

1-day final round ticket $49. www.Ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000, Ticketmaster outlet, Cannon Center box office.

MULTIPLE DAY EVENTS AUGUST 9-18 Free Entertainment Tent at Graceland Crossing. Continuous live Elvis music. Schedule at Elvis Week information table.

Morning & Evening Walk Ups to Meditation Garden. Elvis Week morning walk ups 7:30-8:30 am. Aug. 10-18.

Morning walk-ups may not be available Aug. 16 due to Candlelight Vigil. Elvis Week evening walk ups 7-9 pm.

Goodness Gracious! Have a Killer of a time at Jerry Lee

Cafe & Honky Tonk! Beale St, 901-654-5171; LiveLewis' Entertainment – Great Food – Best P www.jerryleelewismemphis.com.

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Aug. 10-14 & 16-17. Evening walk-ups not available night of Aug. 15 for Candlelight Vigil.

Graceland Mansion Tours. Daily. Tour Elvis Presley’s Graceland, with 2 new 2013 exhibits: Elvis’ Hawaii: Concerts, Movies & More! & Elvis: Live from Vegas.

Children’s Activities at Ticket Pavilion. Aug. 10-17. 11 am-2 pm. Graceland Ticket Pavilion.

Graceland Stable Tours. Aug. 15-17. 11 am., 12, 1 & 2 pm. $15. Subject to weather, safety & availability. Graceland Ticket Pavilion day of tour.

Dinstuhl’s Chocolate Sampling. Aug. 14: 11 am-12 pm.; Aug. 15: 3-4 pm; Aug. 16: 1-2 pm. Elvis in Hawaii Exhibit, Graceland Crossing.

Elvis BINGO. Aug. 12-14: 11 am., 12, 2 & 3:30 p.m. Elvis Presley’s Heartbreak Hotel. Tickets in hotel lobby 30 minutes before each game (no kids under 12 admitted). Free.

Meet ‘n’ Greet with Betty Harper. Aug. 12-15: 12-5 pm.

Heartbreak Hotel. 3677 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116; 901332-1000, 615-504-7691, www.bettyharper.com. Meet artist Betty Harper & see her latest portraits & pictures of Elvis.

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Hotels & Lodging 1 - Best Western Benchmark 164 Union, 527-4100, 800-380-3636.

2 - Comfort Inn Downtown 100 N. Front, 526-0583.

3 - Courtyard Marriott Downtown 75 Jefferson, 522-2200.

4 - Days Inn Riverbluff 340 W. Illinois, 948-9005.

5 - Hampton Inn & Suites Peabody Place 175 Peabody Pl., 260-4000, 800-HAMPTON. 6 - Holiday Inn Select Downtown 160 Union, 525-5491, 888-300-5491.

7 - The Madison Hotel 79 Madison, 333-1200, 866-44-MEMPHIS. 8 - Memphis Marriott Downtown 250 N. Main, 527-7300, 888-557-8740.

9 - The Peabody Hotel 149 Union, 529-4000, 800-PEABODY. 10 - Doubletree Downtown 185 Union, 528-1800, 800-222-TREE. 11 - Residence Inn 110 Monroe, 523-2525.

12 - Sleep Inn at Court Square 40 N. Front, 522-9700, 800-SLEEPINN.

13 - Springhill Suites Court Square 21 N. Main, 522-2100, 888-2879400.

14- Talbot Heirs Guesthouse 99 S. 2nd, 527-9772, 800-955-3956.

15 - Westin Beale St., 170 Lt. Geo. W. Lee @ 3rd, 334-5900.

16 - Crowne Plaza Memphis 300 N. 2nd, 525-1800, www.cpmemphishotel.com.

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Key Events Events are compiled from a variety of sources. If there is an event you’re interested in attending, we recommend you call (we try to provide a phone number with every listing) and make sure the event hasn’t been cancelled or the date changed.

THEATRE Aug. 15-Sept. 1 – Grease; Hattiloo Theatre, 656 Marshall, Memphis 38103; 901-502-3486, 525-0009, www.hattiloo.org.

Aug. 15-Sept. 15 – Les Miserable; Playhouse on the Square, 66 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104, 901-726-4656, www.playhouseonthesquare.com.

Aug. 16-Sept. 1 – The Royal Family; Theatre Memphis, 630 Perkins Ext., Memphis 38117; 901-6828323, www.theatrememphis.org.

Aug. 23-Sept. 15 – Red; Circuit Playhouse; 51 S. Cooper, Memphis 38104; 901-726-4656, www. playhouseonthesquare.org.

MUSIC Aug. 3 – TGT Tour: Tyrese, Ginuwine & Tank Concert; Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis 38103; 901-525-3000, www.orpheum-memphis.com Aug. 3 – Sinister! Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-312-6058, www.minglewoodhall.com.

Aug. 4 – American Battle Live; Ming1ewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-312-6058, www.minglewoodhall.com.

Aug. 9 – The Doorknobs; Minglewood Hall, 1555

Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-312-6058, www. minglewoodhall.com.

Aug. 8-11 – Tim Daley Band & Karen Waldrup; Stage 2 at GoldStrike Casino, 1010 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS 38664; 888-245-7529, www. goldstrikemississippi.com.

Aug. 15-18 – Troy Laz Band; Stage 2 at GoldStrike Casino, 1010 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS 38664; 888245-7529, www.goldstrikemississippi.com.

Aug. 16 – Chicago; Horseshoe Tunica, Bluesville, 1021 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS, 800-7453000, www.horseshoecasinotunica.com Aug. 17 – Larry Marshak’s Tribute : Marvelettes, Platters & Coasters; Fitz Casino, 711 Lucky Ln, Tunica Resorts, MS 38664-9141; 800-745-3000, fitzgeralds-casino.hotelsone.com.

Aug. 22-25 – Almost Famous; Stage 2 at GoldStrike Casino, 1010 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS 38664; 888-245-7529, www.goldstrikemississippi.com.

Aug. 17 – 11th Annual Memphis Tri-State Blues Festival; 5:30 p.m., featuring Bobby Rush, Landers Center, 4560 Venture Dr., Southaven, MS 38671; 662470-2131, www.landerscenter.com.

Aug. 22 – Royal Tailor: Back to School Bash; Minglewood Hall, 1555 Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-312-6058, www.minglewoodhall.com.

Aug. 23 – Live at the Garden Summer Concert Series: The Band Perry; Memphis Botanic Garden, 750 Cherry Rd., Memphis 38117; 901-636-4131, www. memphisbotanicgarden.com.

Aug. 31 – Merle Haggard; Horseshoe Casino, 1021 Casino Center Dr., Robinsonville, MS 38664; 800-3037463, www.horseshoecasinotunica.com.

Sept. 1 – Moshav Band; Ming1ewood Hall, 1555

Relive The Glory Days Of The Memphis Sound With

Backbeat Tours

Experience Memphis’ rich musical history from a seat on the Backbeat Bus! With live musical entertainment on every tour, a Backbeat tour is a show on wheels, featuring Beale Street, Sun Studio, the Lorraine Motel, and more. Setting the mood is the Backbeat Bus itself, a fully restored, 1959 vintage bus – “Miss Clawdy”.

Backbeat offers a variety of tours: The Memphis Mojo Tour showcases the “Best of Memphis” sights and music. Every tour features Backbeat’s one-of-a-kind musical entertainment, for 90 minutes of high-energy fun!

Sun Studio or Stax Museum admission is optional on Friday and Saturday mornings.

The Hound Dog Tour is a 90 minute excursion into the life of Elvis Presley that includes many hard-to-find, hidden Elvis sites throughout the

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Take a rockin' ride on the Backbeat Bus!

city. Sun Studio admission can be added to this tour.

Backbeat also offers Graceland tours, as well as walking tours of Historic Memphis and evening Ghost Tours.

All tours depart from the Backbeat Tours ticket window at 2nd & Beale, at the Blues City Café.

For tour times, prices and availability call 1-800979-3370 or visit backbeattours.com. www.keymemphis.com

Madison Ave., Memphis 38104; 901-3126058, www.minglewoodhall.com.

Sept. 4 – Carnival of Madness; Mud Island, 125 N. Front St., Memphis 38103; 901-576-7241 Fax: 901-576-6666, www. carnivalofmadness.com, www.mudisland. com.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Take the Main Street Trolley! With 24 stops throughout downtown, Aug. 9-11 – 2nd Annual Tunica Balloon Bash; Tunica Resorts, MS, 662-363-3800, the riverfront & Madison Ave., One of the best ways www.tunicatravel.com. to get around Downtown Memphis!

Aug. 23-24 – Beefmaster Convention; Tunica Arena & Exposition Center, 3873 U.S. Hwy 61 N, Tunica, MS 38676; 662-363-3299, 979-229-6563, www.tunicatravel.com Aug. 9 – Sleep Out on the Mississippi; Mud Island,, 125 N. Front St., Memphis 38103; 901-576-7241, www.mudisland.com Aug. 10-17 – Elvis Week; Graceland, 3734 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis 38116; 901-3323322, www.elvis.com.

Aug. 12 – Merle Temple Booksigning; Trip through historic downtown MemMarlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis 38116, Tel: 901-332-4159 Fax: 901-844-1108. phis & along the Mighty Mississippi!

Aug. 14 – Michael Hoover Fan Club Combining Memphis' rich past with its promising Meeting; Marlowe’s, 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd, Memphis 38116, www.memphistravel.com. future, the Main Street Trolley's vintage trolley cars Aug. 17-18 – Memphis Flea Market: The roll up and down Main Street, from one downtown Big One; every 3rd Sat. & Sun., Agricenter, landmark to another. Authentically restored to origi7777 Walnut Grove Rd., Memphis 38120; 901nal elegance, down to the solid brass seat and window 276-3532, www.agricenter.org. accents and antique lighting fixtures, these rail cars Aug. 19-31 – 27th Annual Registration for Community Arts Dance Program; Trinity follow the path of their mule-drawn predecessors, United Methodist Church, 1738 Galloway Ave., running from Auction Ave. to Calhoun St. They also Memphis 38112; 901-301-3262, www.trinotes. service the 2.5 mile Riverfront Loop and the Medical net.

Center, via the Madison Avenue Trolley Line.

Aug. 24-25 – Mid-South Swap Meet & Flea Market; The Arena at Southaven, 7360 Hwy There is no better vehicle for downtown sightsee51, Southaven, MS 38672; 901-412-6195, www. ing. The trolley runs from the Pinch District and the southaven.com.

Memphis Cook Convention Center, past Civic Center Aug. 30 – Zoo Brew; Memphis Zoo, 2000 Plaza and Court Square, all the way to Peabody Prentiss Place in Overton Park, Memphis 38112; Place and Beale Street, the FedEx Forum, Nationals 901-333-6500, www.memphiszoo.org.

Aug. 30-Sept. 8 – Delta Fair & Music Civil Rights Museum and the South Main Historic Festival; Agricenter, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd., Arts District.

Memphis 38120; 901-867-7007, www.deltafest.

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of the 5-block long River Walk.

Each of the 24 trolley stations throughout downtown, the riverfront and Madison Ave., are equipped for those with disabilities and unable to use steps. The trolley runs daily on every line, with a car pulling into the station about every 10 to 15 minutes. On the Madison Avenue Line, frequency slows to about every 25 minutes after 6 p.m. and on Sundays.

Check the map on the back of the magazine for station locations, schedules and fares. Or call 901-274-MATA (6282) or visit matatransit. com.

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(Key events continued from page 11) Place, 119 S. Main St., Memphis 38103; 901-5253655, memphismusicandheritagefestival.com.

Aug. 31– Annual 1340 WLOK Stone Soul Picnic; 357 Riverside Dr., Memphis 38103; 901-527-9565, www.wlok.com.

Orpheum 2013 Summer Movie Series. Orpheum Theatre, 203 S. Main St., Memphis 38103; 901-5253000, www.orpheum-memphis.com.

Aug. 1 – Pretty Woman.

Aug. 2 – The Big Lebowski.

Aug. 2 – Anastasia.

Aug. 8 – Mean Girls.

Aug. 9 – Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone.

EXHIBITIONS Aug. 6 – Whet Tuesdays at the Metal Museum; 374 Metal Museum Dr., Memphis 38106; 901-7746380, www.metalmuseum.org.

Aug.12-15 – The Elvis Art of Betty Harper; noon-5 p.m., Heartbreak Hotel, 3677 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116; 901-332-1000, 615-504-7691, www. bettyharper.com.

Aug. 12-15 – Images of The King - Elvis Tribute Artist Contest & Showcase; New Daisy, 330 Beale St., Memphis 38103; 901-525-8979, www.newdaisy. com.

Dixon Gallery & Gardens. 4339 Park Ave., Memphis 38117; 901-761-5250, www.dixon.org.

Jly. 14-Sept. 8 – Love the Leaf.

Aug. 4-Oct. 6 – Picturing America: Signature Works from the Westmoreland Museum of American Art.

See – & purchase! – the works of Robert Finale at Inspiration Art Gallery, Wolfchase Galleria, Germantown Pkwy & I-40. Call 901-257-1212 or visit www. inspirationartgallery.com Memphis Botanic Garden. 750 Cherry Rd., Memphis 38117; 901-636-4131, www.memphisbotanicgarden.com.

Wednesdays – Farmers’ Market at the Garden.

Sundays – Bernard Frieden Art Exhibit.

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. 1934 Poplar Ave., in Overton Park, Memphis 38104; 901-544-6200, www.brooksmuseum.org.

June 8-Sept. 15 – The Crossroads of Memory: Carroll Cloar and the American South.

Jly. 16-Sept. 22 – Build.

Jly. 16-Oct. 6 – -Of Verse and Vision: A Selection of

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Illustrated Poetry.

Jly. 16-Oct. 20 – Will Henry Stevens, American Modernist.

Jly. 27-Dec. 1 – Ancestor & Identity: Prints by Maritza Davila.

Aug. 11-June 25 – A Decade of Gifts from Howard Foote.

SPORTS Aug. 10-11 – Brother N Laws Team Roping; Tunica Arena & Exposition Center, 3873 U.S. Hwy 61 N., Tunica, MS 38676; 662-363-3299, 903-875-8103, www. tunicatravel.com.

Aug. 9-11 – Mid South Hunting & Fishing Extravaganza; Agricenter, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd., Memphis 38120; 901-867-7007, www.agricenter.org.

1st Tennessee Fields. 7800 Fischer Steel Rd., Memphis 38018; 901-531-7410, fax: 901-531-7413, www. gamedaybaseball.com.

Aug. 3-4 – W. Tennessee/Mississippi All-State Games.

Memphis International Raceway. 5500 Victory Lane, Millington, TN 38053; 901-969-7223, www.racemir. com.

Aug. 1-29 – Test & Tune, Thursdays.

Aug. 3-4 – American Drag Racing League (ADRL).

Aug. 10-17 – Summit Bracket Racing Series.

Aug. 17 – Porsche Club of America Autocross.

Memphis Redbirds. 175 Toyota Plaza, downtown, Memphis 38103; 901-721-6000, www.memphisredbirds. com.

Jly 30-Aug. 2 – Tucson Padres.

Aug. 3-6 – Las Vegas 51s.

Aug. 16-20 – Omaha Storm Chasers.

The Holiday Inn Select Downtown Memphis Truly the place to stay, with a new, contemporary look & exciting packages. Convenient for business & leisure travelers & offering something for everyone, the Holiday Inn Select Downtown features Russwood Park Sports Bar & Grill where you can unwind with 8 flat screen TV’s, nightly bar specials & a delicious menu.

For more information, visit the hotel’s website.

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With 54,000 square feet of action-packed gaming, a 494-room luxury hotel & three award-winning restaurants, Hollywood Casino offers a whole new level of gaming & entertainment.

Enjoy premier dining at Hollywood Casino’s first-class Fairbanks Steakhouse. Voted “Best Steakhouse” in Tunica by Casino Player magazine year after year and honored with prestigious DiRoNa Awards & International Hospitality Awards. Fairbanks features an outstanding wine list chosen to perfectly complement any meal (in fact, a Wine Spectator Award winner 6 years in a row). Fairbanks is open nightly for dinner; all major credit cards accepted.

On Friday & Saturday nights enjoy Hollywood’s Epic Buffet, featuring delicious, allyou-can-eat Filet Mignon & Crab Legs for just $23.99. Incredible fresh dishes & desserts, live cooking stations & delicious cuisine from around the world makes your enjoyment complete.

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GIFT SHOPS GRACELAND GIFT SHOPS, at Graceland Plaza & Graceland Crossing on Elvis Presley Blvd. across from Graceland Mansion. www.shopelvis.com.

GOOD ROCKIN' TONIGHT, Elvis CD's, DVD's, videotapes, books & more. Exclusive Elvis releases from Follow That Dream label, only available at Graceland or www. shopelvis.com.

ELVIS THREADS, Wide selection of Elvis-themed apparel, including t-shirts, jackets, hats & accessories.

GALLERY ELVIS, Upscale art pieces & collectibles.

ELVIS KIDS, Special gifts for the youngest Elvis fans.

HEARTBREAK HOTEL GIFT SHOP, Heartbreak Hotel lobby, open til 10 p.m. daily & offering Heartbreak Hotel merchandise, mugs, post cards, glassware & collectibles.

GOLF CHEROKEE VALLEY GOLF CLUB, 6635 Crumpler at Goodman Rd. & Hwy. 78, Olive Branch, MS, 901-525-4653, 662-893-4444. Just minutes south of Memphis, 30 minutes from Tunica casinos, one of Mississippi’s top 5 golf courses.

Course features Bentgrass Greens, Zoysia Fairways, full practice facilities, pro shop, Player’s Grill, golf instruction, meeting & banquet facilities. Tee times required on weekends; suggested at all times.

MIRIMICHI GOLF COURSE, 6195 Woodstock Cuba Rd., Millington, TN 38053, 901-259-3800, www.mirimichi.com.

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Shops&&Services Services Shops 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.

InspirationArtGallery.com, 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.

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WOMAN’S EXCHANGE TEA ROOM & GIFT SHOP, 88 Racine, 901-327-5681, www.womans-exchange.com, Map

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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.

JEWELRY JEWELRY MARKET, 43 S. Main at Monroe, at the trolley stop, 901-522-9624, www.jewelrymkt.com. Jewelry for the entire family: ladies’ & men’s watches, pendants, bracelets, rings, diamonds, pearls, precious gems & more. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat., closed Sun. All credit cards accepted.

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.

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STAX MUSEUM OF AMERICAN SOUL MUSIC 926 E. McLemore Ave, 901-942-SOUL (7685), www.soulsvilleusa.com., Map D-4. 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 & 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.

RECREATION GOLF & GAMES FAMILY PARK, 5484 Summer Ave., 901-386-2992, Map A-10. Features 3 Putt-Putt golf

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— AIRPORT AREA —

ELVIS PRESLEY'S HEARTBREAK HOTEL Map G-4 3677 Elvis Presley Blvd., Memphis, TN, 38116, across the street from Graceland Mansion. Phone 901-332-1000, 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.

— COLLIERVILLE —

Comfort Suites & Suites. 4090 Stansell Court, Memphis TN, 38125. Phone 901-309-3020.

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.

Hampton Inn Collierville. 1280 W. Poplar Ave., Collierville, TN, 38017. Phone 901-854-9400.

DOUBLETREE DOWNTOWN Map C-3 185 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-528-1800.

1-800-222-TREE. Just minutes from Beale St. Features include swimming pool, sauna, exercise room & T.G.I. Friday's restaurant.

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 - Midtown. 1180 Union Ave., Memphis, TN,, 38104. Phone 901-276-1175.

HOLIDAY INN SELECT - DOWNTOWN Map C-2 160 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-525-5491, 888-300-5491. All new 190 room high rise in the heart of downtown Memphis. Just minutes from Beale St., Mud Island, the Mississippi River, FedExForum and the convention center. International dining in a full-service restaurant & lounge. Exercise facility, outdoor terrace pool, over 7,000 sq. ft. Of meeting space.

Rooms feature coffee maker, hair dryer, voice mail.

— CORDOVA/WOLFCHASE —

Clarion Hotel. 6101 Shelby Oaks Dr., Memphis, TN 38134; 901-388-7050.

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.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites. 4068 Stansell Cv, Memphis, TN, 38125. Phone 901-309-6474.

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.

— DOWNTOWN —

Benchmark Hotel. 164 Union Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103.

Phone 901-527-4100.

Comfort Inn - Downtown. 100 N. Front St., Memphis, TN 38103. Phone 901-526-0583.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT - DOWNTOWN Map B-2 75 Jefferson Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-522-2200. www.marriott.com. On the trolley line at Court 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 in upscale southern hospitality. Features include 230 luxurious guest rooms with complimentary high speed internet, outdoor pool, fitness center, Canal Bar & Bistro restaurant, business center, and 5,000 square feet of event and meeting space.

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Right in the heart of downtown Memphis, Holiday Inn Select Downtown, 160 Union Ave. 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.

SHERATON MEMPHIS DOWNTOWN Map C-3 250 Main St., Memphis, TN, 38103, adjoining Cook Convention Center. 901-527-7300, 1-800-228-9290, www.marriotthotels.com/memdt. 12,434 total square feet of meeting/banquet space, 600 rooms on 19 floors, 2 concierge level floors, full-service restaurant & lobby bar. Also indoor pool, health club, whirlpool, sauna & high-speed internet access. In-room movies.

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RESIDENCE INN - DOWNTOWN Map B-2 110 Monroe Ave., Memphis, TN, 38103. Phone 901-578-3700.

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.

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 m inutes 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 Thousand Oaks - 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 Select - East. 5795 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-682-7881.

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

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Homewood Suites - Poplar. 5811 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-763-0500.

Hyatt Place - Primacy Parkway. 1220 Primacy Parkway, Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-680-9700.

Memphis Marriott East. 2625 Thousand Oaks, Memphis, TN, 38118. Phone 901-362-6200.

Residence Inn - East. 6141 Old Poplar Pike, Memphis, TN, 38119. Phone 901-685-9595.

StayBridge Suites. 1070 Ridge Lake Blvd., Memphis, TN, 38120. Phone 901-682-1722.

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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.

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.

— MISSISSIPPI —

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, Robinsonville, MS, 38664. Phone 800-946-4946.

Hilton Garden Inn. 6671 Towne Center Loop, Southaven, MS, 38671. Phone 662-349-0277.

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.

— WEST MEMPHIS —

Holiday Inn - West Memphis. I-55 & Ingram Blvd., West Memphis, AR, 72301. Phone 870-735-4055.

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CATHOLIC Beautiful, Historic St. Mary’s, 257 North Third; Pastoral Center at 155 Market, 1 block south of I-40; 1 block east of Convention Center. Masses: Sun. Vigil at 5 p.m. Sat., Holyday Vigil 5 p.m., Sun. Eucharist 8 & 10:30 a.m. Gathering after Sun. Masses. Penance 4:15-4:45 p.m. Sat. Daily Mass or Communion Service Tues.-Thurs., 5:30 p.m. 901-522-9420.

St. Michael Catholic Church, 3863 Summer Ave. (Take Graham exit from Sam Cooper Blvd.). Holy Mass: Mon.-Sat. 8:15 a.m., Mon.-Fri. 5:30 -p.m., Sat. Vigil 4 p.m., Sun. 8 & 11 a.m., Spanish Mass Sun. at 1 p.m. Church Office: 901-323-0896.

Christ United Methodist Church, 4488 Poplar Ave., across from the Oak Court Mall.

St. Peter Catholic Church, 190 Adams at Third, 901-527-8282, www.stpeterchurch.org. Come celebrate at the oldest Catholic Church in Memphis! Mass Schedule: Sat. 5 p.m.; Sun. 8:30 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Weekday - Tues.-Fri. 12:05 p.m. in St. Martin de Porres Shrine Chapel.

EPISCOPAL Calvary Episcopal Church, Making God's love visible in downtown Memphis since 1832; 102 N. 2nd at Adams; www.calvarymemphis.org; 901525-6602; Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 am Traditional Worship; 10:00 am Eucharist with Children's Chapel; 11:15 am Formation for all ages; 12:00 pm Coffee Hour.

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EVANGELICAL First Evangelical Church, 735 Ridge Lake Blvd., just down the street from the Hilton in East Memphis, Sunday A.M. Services: Classic S 8:45 a.m., Contemporary 11:15 a.m.; Sun. P.M. Service: 6 p.m. Wednesday Night (Sept. – April) 5:15 p.m.

Dinner & 6:15 p.m. Electives, (901) 682-8452, website: www.Firstevan.org.

GREEK ORTHODOX Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 573 N. Highland, 901-327-8177, www.goann.net.

Services: 10 a.m., Rev. Jim Berends.

UNITARIAN-UNIVERSALIST First Unitarian Church of Memphis, (The Church of the River), 292 Virginia Ave. W. (S. on Riverside Dr. near old Mphs.-Ark. Bridge). Mail: P.O. Box 683, Mphs., TN 38101. 901-526-8631.

Sun. Services: Worship 11 a.m., Religious Education Classes/Church School begins at 11:00 a.m., Adult Education Classes 9:30 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST Christ United Methodist Church, 4488 Poplar Ave., across from the Oak Court Mall, 901-6833521, www.cumcmemphis.org. Worship Services: Saturday Night Alive 5:30 p.m. Sat.; Traditional Family Worship 8:30 a.m. Sun.; Praise & Worship 9:45 a.m. Sun.; Traditional Worship 11 a.m. Sun.; The Hour 11 a.m. Sun.; Service of Prayer, Healing & Holy Communion 5:30 p.m. Sun.

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Police...................................................911 Fire & Ambulance................................911 Suicide & Crises Intervention.....274-7477 Southern Poison Center.............528-6048 Visitors Information Center.........543-5333 LINC (Library Info Center)..........725-8895 Chamber of Commerce..............543-3500 M e m p h i s H o t l i n e . . . 7 5 - E LV I S , 800-57FAXME Time & Temperature...................526-5261 Travelers Weather Forecast......522-8888 Sports Scores............................529-5800 Foreign Currency Exchange 1st Tennessee............................523-4425 SunTrust.....................................523-3434 (There is also an exchange booth at Memphis International Airport, 922-8000.)

Return to the Old South in the Mid-South's Antebellum Capitol: Holly Springs, MS. Just 45 minutes south of Memphis off Hwy. 78, featuring daily home & garden tours, historic museums, art galleries, shopping, camping, world famous burgers at Phillip's Grocery & a one-of-a-kind shrine to Elvis you can tour all day everyday: Graceland Too! Call 888-687-4765 or visit www.Visit HollySprings.com. www.keymemphis.com

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Key Dining AMERICAN break Hotel, featuring B R U S H M A R K sandwiches, salads, RESTAURANT appetizers, specialty Map B-6 drinks & more. Open Memphis Brooks Muto 11 p.m. nightly; food seum of Art, 1934 Popavailable til 10 p.m. lar, zip code 38104, in 83 FOOD & DRINK Overton Park, 901-544Map B-2 6225. Delicious, South8 3 M a d i s o n Av e . , ern gourmet creations adjacent to downtown’s served in a bistro setluxurious Madison ting. Panoramic view of Hotel, zip code 38103, the greens and trees of 901-333-1224 for Overton Park. Serving reservations, www. lunch Wed.-Sat. 11:30 grill83.com - Gourmet a.m.-2:30 p.m. Brunch dining in the heart Sun. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 of downtown! This p.m. Dinner offered intimate & sophisticated Thurs. 5-8 p.m. Wine restaurant serves up list; full bar. Major credit a deliciously creative cards accepted. blend of classic CANAL BAR & & contemporary BISTRO on 2nd American cuisine.

Map B-3 The acclaimed menu 300 N. 2nd, zip code Texas de Brazil, 150 Peabody Place in downtown Memphis, features a selection of 38105, in the Crowne prime steaks & fresh offering select cuts of beef, lamb, pork, chicken & Brazilian Plaza Memphis, 901seafood, including 312-2357, www.cp- sausage. its Signature Bonem e m p h i sh o te l .com.

In Kansas City Filet, Offering the best in Seared Scallops with Smoked Gouda Grits, Roasted Salmon Southern bistro cuisine as well as tried & true classics - fresh, Napoleon & more. From the boutique vintage wine cellar to the imaginative and always delicious. Open daily for breakfast, chic lounge décor, Grill 83 is a regional culinary standout. Open lunch & dinner. Most credit cards accepted.

7 days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Valet parking is CORKY’S available, as are private bookings.

5259 Poplar, zip code 38119, 901-685-9744, Map D-9. 1740 THE HALF SHELL Germantown Rd. (Cordova), zip code 38018, 901-737-1988, 688 S. Mendenhall, zip code 38117, 901-682-3966 -- Map Map B-10. 743 W. Poplar (Collierville), zip code 38017, 901D-9. 7825 Winchester, zip code 38125, 901-737-6755 -- Map 405-4999, Map F-10. www.corkysbbq.com. Memphis’ finest G-10. www.halfshell-memphis.com. Two locations for the BBQ. Delicious sandwiches, pork or beef, wet & dry ribs & freshest quality seafood in the Mid-South. Also hand-carved BBQ salad. Also BBQ chicken, BBQ & spaghetti, hot tamales, steaks, sandwiches & salads; week-end brunch Sat. & Sun. chili & Cajun shrimp. Try a loaf of onion rings! Beer served. til 3 p.m. Open daily for lunch & dinner.

Lunch & dinner daily. M.C., D.C., Visa, Amex, Discover.

HOLLYWOOD CAFE Map G-1 GRACELAND RESTAURANTS Map G-4 1585 Old Commerce Rd., off Hwy. 304, Robinsonville, MS, On Elvis Presley Blvd., across from Graceland Mansion, 38664, (662) 363-1225, www.thehollywoodcafe.com. Home 901-332-3322, www.elvis.com. of the fried dill pickle, serves delicious steaks, catfish & CHROME GRILLE, Automotive-themed restaurant offers shrimp for lunch & dinner. Also features live entertainment Southern-style plate lunches & world-famous Memphis BBQ. Fri. & Sat. nights. Close to the casinos. Open for lunch 11 ROCKABILLY'S DINER, Casual fare in nostalgic 50'sa.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., serving dinner from 6 p.m. Fri. & Sat. style diner, includes Elvis' favorite peanut butter & banana Full bar. Visa, MC, Discover. sandwich, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, HOLLYWOOD CASINO Map G-1 fries & more.

1150 Casino Strip Blvd., Robinsonville, MS, 38664, 1-800SHAKE, SPLIT & DIP, Open Memorial Day to Labor 871-0711. Fairbanks Steakhouse & Bar, voted “Best Day, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor serving cold & Steakhouse in Tunica”, hours: Thurs.-Mon. opens at 5 p.m. tasty treats.

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3677 Elvis Presley Blvd. across from Graceland Mansion 901-332-3322 901-332-1000

Russwood Park Sports Bar & Grill 160 Union Ave. downtown

(901)525-5491

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Peanut butter & banana sandwiches, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches & more in the casual atmosphere of a 50's diner Graceland Plaza, Elvis Presley Blvd. across from Graceland Mansion 901-332-3322

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KeyPoints Points of ofInterest Interest 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.

AUTOZONE PARK 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 tables, walkway overlooking Redbirds bullpen. Memphis

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music Soulsville USA, at 926 E. McLemore. Call 942-SOUL.

Redbirds Baseball Foundation is the only non-profit teamowner in the U.S. 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 MapA-10 9336 Davies Plantation Rd., in northeast Shelby County, 901-386-0715, 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 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

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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, 901-3205650, 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 3734 Elvis Presley Blvd., home of Elvis Presley, King of Rock & Roll! Stroll through Graceland Mansion & see his famous pink cadillac in the Elvis Presley auto museum. Climb aboard his custom jets, the “Lisa Marie” & “Hound Dog II”. Excellent souvenir shops & restaurants. Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mansion tours not available Tuesdays Nov.-Feb. Call for seasonal changes in hours. Reservations suggested during summer. (901) 332-3322 or 1-800-2382000, www.elvis.com.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN Map D-9 96 acres with 23 unique gardens: Japanese Garden of Tranquility; Little Garden Club-Sensory Garden; Four Seasons Garden; & Tennessee Bicentennial Iris Garden.

Rental facilities & outdoor pavilion for events. 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. 9am-4:30pm;

Sun Studio, 706 Union Ave., is where it all began for the members of the Million Dollar Quartet: Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley & Johnny Cash.

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Sun. 11am-4:30pm. $5 adults; Seniors (62+) $4; children (3-12) $3; 2 & under FREE; Garden members FREE. Group Discounts, Wheelchair accessible, free parking, 750 Cherry Rd, 901-685-1566, 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. The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum’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 1930s, 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 at 6:15). Adults $10, youth (5-17) $7. 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, 5,000seat 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 & contemporary 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

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Saint Blues Guitar Workshop, 645 Marshall Ave. between Union & Madison.

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.

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.

STAX MUSEUM OF AMERICAN SOUL MUSIC Map D-4 926 E. McLemore Ave, 901-942-SOUL (7685), www. soulsvilleusa.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.

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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Fresh seafood? Try the Half Shell, with 2 locations: 688 S. Mendenhall at Poplar; & 7825 Winchester, near Hacks Cross.

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Celebrity Grill, dine like a star right on the casino floor. Open 24 hours daily. Epic Buffet, hours: BREAKFAST Mon- Fri. 7 – 11a.m., Sat. & Sun. 7 a.m.- noon, LUNCH Mon.- Thurs.

11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.- 3 p.m, Sat. noon-3 p.m, Sun. noon – 4 p.m., DINNER Sun. – Thurs. 4 -9 p.m, Fri.- Sat. 4:00pm - midnight.

JERRY LEE LEWIS' CAFE & HONKY TONK Map C-2 310 Beale St., 901-654-5171; www.jerryleelewismemphis. com. Live entertainment & dancing nightly as well as entertainment in the Great Balls of Fire Courtyard, drink specials & 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.

MAGNOLIA GRILLE Map C-3 250 N. Main St., zip code 38103, in the Memphis Marriott Downtown, 527-7300. A full-service restaurant serving breakfast, lunch & dinner daily, offering a wide variety of Southern specialties. All major credit cards accepted.

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 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.

SEKISUI MIDTOWN - 25 S. Belvedere, zip code 38104, 901-725-0005 - Map C-5. CORDOVA - 1884 N. Germantown Pkwy., zip code 38016 901-309-8800 - Map A-10. COLLIERVILLE 2130 Poplar Ave., zip code 38139, at Houston Levee, Suite 107, 901-864-0622 - Map F-10. HORN LAKE, MS - 1255 Goodman Rd. W. Authentic, traditional Japanese restaurant features Memphis’ 1st sushi bar. Other features include Tatami room for traditional Japanese dining, Robata Bar, Japanese style bar & grill (available during dinner only), & Bonsai garden complete with a stream & “stone in the water.” Menu features tempura, sukiyaki, teriyaki & shabu shabu beef dishes. Also stone grilled steaks prepared by the customer at his table. Wine list available; full bar. Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; dinner 5-9:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs.; 5-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Early Bird Special 5-7 p.m. Midtown location serving dinner Mon.-Sat. M.C., Visa, Discover.

SEKISUI PACIFIC RIM Map D-8 4724 Poplar Ave., zip code 38117, 2 blocks west of Colonial, 901-767-7770. A sushi bistro featuring deliciously authentic Japanese cuisine & maybe the best stocked sushi bar in town. Lunch 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Dinner 5 p.m.-12 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5 p.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 5-9:30 p.m. Sun. 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.

Luncheon At Woman's Exchange

Phone: 901-577-7777

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If you like to eat and shop, you'll like the Woman's Exchange, 88 Racine. Offering oneof-a-kind, handmade crafts, children's clothing, toys, linens and gifts, the unique consignment store also operates one of the city's most delightful Tea Rooms, offering delicious, home-cooked luncheons, beverage and dessert included, 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Call 327-5681 (www. womans-exchange.com). www.keymemphis.com

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Index of Advertisers & Advertisers' Websites

Advertiser Page Backbeat Tours, www.backbeattours.com....................................6, 9, 13 Calvary Episcopal Church, wwwcalvarymemphis.org..........................20 Canal Bar & Bistro............................................................................9, 23 Checkerberry Shoppe...........................................................................14 Cherokee Valley Golf Club,www.olivebranchgolf.com..........................14 Corky’s, www.corkysbbq.com.................................................................3 Courtyard Mphis Collierville, www.marriott.com/MEMVL......................13 Davies Manor, www.daviesmanorplantation.org...................................27 Doubletree Hotel Downtown...................................................................9 First Evangelical Church, www.Firstevan.org.......................................20 First Unitarian Church of Mphis, www.churchoftheriver.org..................20 Golf & Games, www.golfandgamesmemphis.com................................12 Graceland/Elvis Presley's Heartbreak Hotel, www.elvis.com.................5 Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation........................................20 Grill 83, www.grill83.com........................................................................9 Guest Velocity by WorldSpice, worldspice.net......................................21 Half Shell, halfshell-memphis.com........................................................29 Hampton Inn Hacks Cross, hamptoninn.com.......................................18 Hampton Inn & Suites Bartlett, hamptoninn.com..................................18 Hampton Inn & Suites@Beale Street, hamptoninn.com.........................8 Haunted Tours, www.backbeattours.com...............................................6 Hilton Inn Memphis,www.hilton.com.....................................................29 Holiday Inn Select downtown, www.hisdowntownmemphis.com..........13 Holly Springs Tours, www.visithollysprings.com.............................21, 27 Hollywood Cafe, www.thehollywoodcafe.com......................................23

(Key shopping continued from page 15) 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

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Hollywood Casino, www.hollywoodcasinotunica.com......................16-17 Inspiration Art Gallery, www.inspirationartgallery.com.............................2 Jerry Lee Lewis' Cafe & Honky Tonk, www.jerryleelewismemphis.com...28 Jewelry Market, www.jewelrymkt.com.....................................................8 Madison Hotel..........................................................................................9 Marriott Downtown, www.marriott.com....................................................9 Memphis Area Transit Authority, www.matatransit.com.........................32 Memphis Hotel/Lodging Association, www.mmhla.com........................16 Metro Cab..............................................................................................11 Mirimichi Golf Course, www.mirimichi.com.............................................7 Mister Hats, www.mrhats.com...............................................................29 Plantation Golf Club, www.olivebranchgolf.com....................................14 Quality Inn Brooks.................................................................................15 Rook's Corner, www.hilton.com.............................................................29 Saint Blues Guitar Workshop, www.stblues.com..................................29 St. Mary’s Catholic Church....................................................................20 St. Michael Catholic Church..................................................................20 St. Peter Catholic Church......................................................................20 Sekisui, sekisuiusa.com....... ................................................................23 Sleep Inn at Court Square, www.sleepinn.com.......................................8 Spring Hill Suites, www.marriott.com......................................................8 T.G.I. Friday's, www.tgifridays.com.........................................................8 Texas de Brazil, www.texasdebrazil.com............................................3, 7 Woman’s Exchange Tea Room & Gift Shop, www.womans-exchange.com.....14 Yellow Cab, www.premierofmemphis.com............................................26 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.

VISIT HISTORIC HOLLY SPRINGS! 888-687-4765, www. visithollysprings.org, 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 and a one-of-a-kind shrine to Elvis that you can tour all day everyday: Graceland Too! 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 African-American senator.

GRACELAND Map G-5 3734 Elvis Presley Blvd., 38116, home of Elvis Presley, King of Rock & Roll! Stroll through Graceland Mansion & see his famous pink cadillac in the Elvis Presley auto museum. Climb aboard his custom jets, the “Lisa Marie” & “Hound Dog II”.

Excellent souvenir shops & restaurants. Open Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mansion tours not available Tuesdays Nov.-Feb. Call for seasonal changes in hours.

Reservations suggested during summer. (901) 332-3322 or 1-800-238-2000, www.elvis.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, 901577-7777, www.premierofmemphis.com. Transportation throughout the Memphis area, just a phone call away. Also chauffeured limousines and sedans, charter buses and vans, & package delivery.

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Key After Dark Rucker is at Gold Strike Casino in Tunica Aug. 30.

GOLD STRIKE CASINO, Casino Center, Tunica, MS, 1-888-24K-PLAY; www.goldstrikemississippi.com.

Darius Rucker Aug. 30. Stage 2: Triggerproof Aug. 1-4; Tim Daley Band & Karen Waldrup Aug. 8-11; Troy Laz Band Aug. 15-18; Almost Famous Aug. 22-25; . -- Map G-1.

HARRAH'S TUNICA, Robinsonville, MS, Live enter-

tainment. 1-800-946-4946, www.harrahstunica.com.

-- Map G-1.

HOLLYWOOD CASINO. Tunica, MS. 1-800-8710711. In Safari Bar: Free Live Entertainment Fri. & Sat.: . -- Map G-1.

HORSESHOE CASINO, Casino Center, Tunica, 1-800303-7463, www.horseshoetunica.com. Chicago Aug. 16; Merle Haggard Aug. 31. -- Map C-2.

JERRY LEE LEWIS' CAFE & HONKY TONK. Beale St, 901-654-5171; www.jerryleelewismemphis.com.

Live music nightly: Landon Lane 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun., 6 p.m. Sun.-Mon.; Johnny 7 p.m. Tues.-Wed.; Jason James 7 p.m. Fri.-Sun.; Poker 8 p.m. Thurs.; Blues Express with Chic 8 p.m. Fri.-Sun.; Big E Karaoke 11 p.m. nightly, -- Map C-2.

RUSSWOOD PARK SPORTS BAR & GRILL. Beale St. Live entertainment & great food. -- Map C-2.

SAM'S TOWN CASINO. Tunica, MS, 1-800-456-0711; www.samstowntunica.com. Sinbad Aug. 31.-- Map G-1.

TROLLEY STOP BAR, 250 N. Main, Memphis Marriott Downtown, 901-527-7300. For snacks & hors d'oeuvres - surrounded by sports TV! Seats 100. - Map C-3

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Tour Memphis Brochures

Backbeat Tours........................2nd & Beale at Blues City Cafe, 901-272-2328,

www.backbeattours.com.

Davies Plantation............................9336 Davies Plantation Dr., 901-386-0715,

www.daviesmanorplantation.org.

Dixon Gallery & Gardens........4339 Park Ave., 901-751-5250, www.dixon.org.

Gold Strike Casino.......................1010 Casino Center Dr., Tunica, MS 38664,

1-888-24K-PLAY, www.goldstrikemississippi.com.

Golf & Games Family Park.......................5484 Summer Ave., 901-386-2992, www.golfandgamesmemphis.com.

Graceland....................3734 Elvis Presley Blvd., 901-332-3322, www.elvis.com.

Harrah’s Casino.....................13615 Old Hwy. 61 N., Robinsonville, MS 38664, 1-800-WIN-4-WIN, www.harrahs.com/tunica.

Holly Springs Tours.......................1-888-687-4765, www.visithollysprings.org.

Horseshoe Casino............1021 Casino Center Dr., Tunica Resorts, MS 38664,

1-800-303-7463, www.horseshoetunica.com.

Incredible Pizza.................................1245 Germantown Pkwy. 901-309-3132,

www.incrediblepizza.com/memphis.

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art..................In Overton Park, 901-544-6200, www.brooksmuseum.org.

Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau Quik Reference Guide.

47 Union Ave., 901-543-5300, www.memphistravel.com.

Plantation Golf...............9425 Plantation Rd., Olive Branch, MS, 901-525-2411, 662-895-3530, www.olivebranchgolf.com.

Sun Studio........................706 Union Ave., 901-521-0664, www.sunstudio.com.

Woman’s Exchange...88 Racine, 901-327-5681, www.womans-exchange.com.

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