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OUR 1561ST ISSUE 01.24.19 So, how’d you do in last weekend’s Rorschach test?

I’m talking about the brouhaha over the interactions between some boys from Kentucky’s Covington Catholic High School and a Native American Vietnam War veteran in Washington, D.C. It was peak social-media dystopia. And peak America, circa 2019.

The first thing to hit Facebook and Twitter was a video of Native American elder Nathan Phillips pounding a drum and chanting while surrounded by a bunch of jumping, shouting, jeering high school kids. One of the kids, later identified as Nick Sandmann, stood inches away from Phillips, smiling — or as many saw it, smirking. He was wearing a MAGA hat, as were many of his classmates.

That video went viral and the initial reaction from most was disgust at the kids’ behavior and what was seen, rightly, in my opinion, as their disrespect of Phillips.

On Twitter and Facebook, as the video was shared, there were many calls to out Sandmann, to “dox him,” to “make sure he doesn’t get into college,” and other dire threats to unleash the Internet on the kid. The address and phone number and website of Covington Catholic were shared and people were urged to contact school officials and express their indignation. Thousands did so.

It was the perfect outrage, one that sparked every progressive’s trigger: Obnoxious Trump supporters surrounding a person of color and mocking him.

It didn’t take long for the backlash to hit, as other videos emerged that put more context around the incident. Trump supporters claimed that it was Phillips who provoked the students, who were responding to “angry black protestors.” There was some truth to the latter claim. A small group of “Hebrew Israelites” was also in the area, insulting most passers-by with invective of one kind or another. Among those they insulted and mocked were the Covington Catholic boys, who were in D.C. on a field trip to participate in an an anti-abortion march.

Instead of walking on and ignoring the Israelites (who are obnoxious as hell, and are commonly seen in many East Coast cities), the Covington group stayed in the area and broke into chants, escalating the situation. At this point, one has to wonder, “Who the hell was in charge of this field trip?” What kind of chaperone would let this play out as it did?

And then the scene got weirder, as Phillips and other Native Americans decided to intervene, hoping to calm the situation with a tribal song. It had the opposite effect. As they waded into the crowd, the teenagers escalated their chants and began doing tomahawk chops and laughing and mocking the song. When Phillips got to Sandmann, the stand-off began. It was the close-up video of that encounter that sparked the initial outrage.

As the incident was further scrutinized on the following day, evidence was posted that showed some Covington Catholic kids had worn blackface to basketball games. Conservative websites responded that it was a school tradition to have “blackouts” at games to show team spirit. Whatever. It was also revealed that the Diocese in question had denied a gay valedictorian the privilege of speaking at the graduation ceremony. And on it went. God bless America.

Sandmann, via his parents and a PR firm, issued a statement that he was simply trying to defuse the situation and that he was not mocking Phillips.

Look, I’ve raised or partially raised five teenagers, and here’s the thing: They are never guilty of anything. Ever. They always have the best intentions and are pure as the driven bull-sleet. It’s only their friends who are bad and who lure them into poor behavior. They are the ones who tried to do the right thing, but Dan or Chad or Kathryn led them astray.

Any parent or teacher who saw that scene in D.C. recognizes it: These kids were out of control and caught up in the excitement and stupidity of teenage groupthink. And yes, many were wearing MAGA hats — whether purchased in D.C., where Trump paraphernalia is sold everywhere, or brought from home, is unknown. Does that mean they N E WS & O P I N I O N are racists? Sure, there are no doubt THE FLY-BY - 4 NY TIMES CROSSWORD - 5 racist know-nothings among them.

POLITICS - 7 This is a nearly all-white group from VIEWPOINT - 8 a conservative area, after all. But if COVER STORY this bunch is like most high schools, “20<30 2019” there are boys in that group who were

BY CHRIS MCCOY - 10 uncomfortable with this scene, and SPORTS - 17 who went along because they were WE RECOMMEND - 18 MUSIC - 20 afraid to look uncool.

AFTER DARK - 22 The fault lies with the school CALENDAR - 24 that allowed these kids to make a BOOKS - 30 spectacle of themselves. And the FOOD NEWS - 31 fault lies with us for letting our SPIRITS - 33 confirmation biases take over before FILM - 34 all the facts were in.

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DAWG! Fly on the Wall says hats off to WATN reporter Mike Matthews, also known as The Watchdog! We appreciate his years of service to Memphis TV news, and admire his gruff, film-noir style and delivery. But last week, the Dog’s social media musings trotted in a weird direction.

“From a distance city hall looks babelicous,” Matthews tweeted, anthropomorphizing, feminizing, and sexualizing an admittedly nice-looking building, in under 50 characters. He went on to objectify Memphis City Hall, writing, “But you gotta remember the building is almost 51 years old … and as I can tell you, certain parts loosen up as you get older.”

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VE R BATI M “The dirty little secret is that [Digital First Media] learned — at least for now — that it can sell longtime readers an inferior (or, to use the technical term, crappier) newspaper and only 10 percent of reach each year will cancel.

Do the math, though, and it’s clear that much of America outside the biggest cities will become news deserts by the early 2020s, after [hedge fund Alden Global Capital founder Randall] Smith and his fellow hedge-funders have sucked out every last drop.” — Will Bunch, national opinion columnist for philly.com on Digital First Media’s move to acquire The Commercial Appeal’s parent company, Gannett Co.

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Water, Research, & the CA Water case postponed, U of M opens research facility, & CA to move.

WATE R R I G HTS Mississippi and Tennessee’s nearly 14-year-old waterrights lawsuit was supposed to go to Nashville last week for what would have been a final hearing before the case goes before the U.S. Supreme Court.

However, the hearing was postponed, as one of the expert witnesses expected to testify in the case was out due to a medical condition. The parties agreed to delay the hearing until May. Clockwise from top left: CommuniTech, Express Deli and Grocery, Explore Bike Share, The case aquifer layers, CA office. centers around Avenue Campus. Finally, phase three will center on a publicthe Memphis Sand Aquifer, part of the larger Sparta private partnership to attract research enterprises and labs Aquifer, which straddles the Tennessee/Mississippi border. to the University District.

Mississippi officials claim billions of gallons of their water have been pumped into Tennessee at Memphis.

STO R E SAF ETY Tennessee is arguing that the water in the aquifer should A Midtown convenience store was allowed to reopen last be shared between states and wants to establish a waterweek after its owner agreed to a long list of new safety sharing agreement, while Mississippi maintains the water is improvements for the store, including hiring a security guard. theirs and is seeking $615 million in damages.

Earlier this month, Memphis Police Department officials shuttered the tiny Express Deli and Grocery at 1295 BIKE JOBS Jefferson. Police said a months-long investigation there Memphis’ Explore Bike Share (EBS) is looking to add two found dozens of police calls that led to dozens of arrests more full-time staff members, as well as part-time bike involving drug trafficking, prostitution, assaults, robberies, technicians to its team. and thefts.

The bike-sharing nonprofit is seeking a “proven sales Store owner Fatima Saeidi agreed in Judge Patrick leader” to serve as the Membership Marketing Director, Dandridge’s Environmental Court to a host of changes to a “proven fund-raising and business development re-open the store. leader” to assume the Development Manager role, and “revolutionaries” to serve as bike technicians.

CA M OVES Board members of Gannett Co., corporate owner of The R ES EAR C H PAR K Commercial Appeal, are reviewing an unsolicited acquisition As a way to strengthen its role as a research-based driver of proposal from Digital First Media, a large newspaper chain economic development, the University of Memphis (U of M) with a reputation for cutting staff. News of the proposal opened the first phase of its CommuniTech Research Park surfaced first in The Wall Street Journal last week. last week.

Also announced last week, The Commercial Appeal will An inaugural cohort of 17 citizen-companies and move from its longtime home at 495 Union to Peabody collaborator-members will move into the facility to work Place’s Pembroke Square in May, according to a post on the with university students and staff. newspaper’s website last week.

During the second phase later this year, an applied Fuller versions of these stories and more local news can be research facility will be developed at the U of M’s Park found on The News Blog at memphisflyer.com.

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State lawmakers dust off the Nashville rule machine with new bills.

So far, fans of sports betting, transparent government, and vape-free zoos have reasons to cheer as the Tennessee General Assembly cranked back up week before last, but fans of raw milk may have a reason to jeer.

State lawmakers converged on Nashville and gaveled in the 111th General Assembly on Tuesday, January 9th. Lawmakers have filed bills to make it easier to bet on sports but harder to vape in public places and to legally get raw milk. Other bills expected this session might include cutting exemptions to the state’s Open Records Act and, perhaps, a medical marijuana bill named for President Donald Trump.

Raw milk — Tennesseans can now legally consume raw milk “from a hoofed mammal” if they own a part of a cow through a herdshare agreement. But a new bill filed

by Senator Richard Briggs (R-Knoxville), a physician and retired Army colonel, would strike that allowance.

Sports betting — Shelby County Commissioners approved a resolution last year to ask state lawmakers this year to allow sports betting here. The move comes after a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court last year allowed states to set their own rules on sports betting.

Commissioners here want sports betting isolated to Beale Street.

The bill is sponsored by Senator Raumesh Akbari (D-Memphis) and would allow betting only after a local option election. Betting revenue would be taxed 10 percent. Funds generated for the tax would be given

to the state (40 percent), state technical schools and community colleges (30 percent), and local governments (30 percent).

Fitness taxes — If you pay dues to a smaller gym, spa, golf club, or country club, you’re paying sales taxes on it. But a new bill would do away with that.

An 1980s-era “amusement tax” was placed on such facilities smaller than 15,000 square feet. Removing it would cost state coffers about $21.8 million on annual dues and fees of more than $312.4 million paid by Tennesseans every year.

TRUMP Act — in 2017, Representative Bryan Terry (R-Murfreesboro) and Senator Steve Dickerson (R-Nashville) made an unsuccessful run to legalize medical marijuana in Tennessee. But they told The Chattanooga Times Free Press in June that they were working on a new bill, encouraged by off-hand comments made by Trump in support of allowing states to decide marijuana policy. That new bill, they said, would be called the Tennessee Responsible Use of Medicinal Plants — or TRUMP — Act. Other Republican lawmakers are at work on a bill to establish a commission to regulate the marijuana

Lawmakers seek to tackle sports betting, vaping, and raw milk. industry.

Open government — The House has already made it easier to track bills through the legislative process this year. Amendments added to bills through the committee process will now be added immediately online in a move the Tennessee Coalition for Open Government said will “add a great deal more public transparency.”

Vaping — A new bill would prohibit vaping in child-care facilities, rooms in community centers where children are present, group care homes, health-care facilities (except nursing homes), museums, public and private Kindergartens, elementary and secondary schools and their grounds, youth development centers, residential treatment facilities for children, and zoos.

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Memphis as Vietnam business elite have made him controversial with inner-city Memphians and declared social progressives.

Smith was not the only speaker at the reception, which was a spur-of-the-moment brainchild of the Shelby delegation, in tandem with such fellow Memphians as David Upton and city council chair Kemp Conrad.

Others from Memphis included Mayors Jim Strickland and Lee Harris; Democratic House leader Karen Camper; state Representative Antonio Parkinson, the delegation chair; state Representative G.A. Parkinson, legislative Black Caucus chair; Children’s Services Commissioner Valerie Nichols; and Lang Wiseman, deputy to Governor Bill Lee. Among the Nashvillians were state Representative Jerome Moon; state Senator Jeff Yarbrough; and the aforementioned Casada. The tone of kumbaya across racial, party, and regional lines was unmistakable, reflecting what one might

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Casada, for one, had spent several days in Memphis the previous week in consultation with local business, civic, and government leaders about ongoing and potential undertakings. Whatever divisions may come with the forthcoming legislative session, they were not in evidence on Saturday.

• The special election for the vacant District 32 state Senate seat was due to end on Thursday of this week, with Shelby Countians George Chism, Heidi Shafer, and Steve McManus competing with each other and with Tipton Countian Paul Rose for the Republican nomination.

Democrat Eric Coleman is unopposed in the Democratic primary. General election date is March 4th. A week of early voting concluded on Saturday with an unexpectedly high vote total in Tipton County.

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Bet you never heard this said before: “Memphis is to Nashville as Vietnam is to China.”

Huh? That dandy little syllogism was stated on Saturday by an influential person in a position to know: Richard Smith, son of FedEx founder Fred Smith, and the current president and CEO of the Memphisbased shipping and logistics giant.

For the record, Vietnam to one Fred Smith — once upon a time, at least — was where the senior Smith served as a Marine Corps officer during one of the most bitter, demanding, and ultimately frustrating wars in American history. Vietnam to this Richard Smith, a hands-on corporate executive whose style of leadership involves a fair amount of world traveling, is a rapidly industrializing Pacific-rim nation whose modernizing landscape includes a generous number of beachfront resorts.

Smith’s remark was made to a mixed Memphis-Nashville audience gathered for a post-gubernatorial reception sponsored by the Memphis/ Shelby County legislative delegation at B.B. King’s in Nashville. The Nashvillians present included several legislators — notable among whom was House Speaker Glen Casada of Franklin.

The thrust of Smith’s impromptu remarks, as a whole, was that the longrunning rivalries between the two Tennessee cities should be shelved and subordinated to an era of cooperation and mutual support. And the aforesaid analogy to far-Eastern nations amounted to an acknowledgement that Nashville is the economic pathfinder in Tennessee, as China is in Asia.

“When I come here and see all those cranes,” Smith said, his hand making a circuit meant to encompass the ever-burgeoning spread around him of metropolitan Nashville, “I think, ‘We’re next!’” In his home base, Smith doesn’t just run a mega-company. He is one of his city’s apostles of economic expansion and is highly involved in its politics behind the scenes. He acknowledges, for example, a working relationship with Memphis City Council chairman Berlin Boyd, an African American whose close ties to the the city’s

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VIEWPOINT By John Marek

Take Five Memphis’ “progressive” city council district is not so easily defined.

Some readers may recall that, in 2015, I ran unsuccessfully for the Memphis City Council as an avowed progressive in District 5. Since then, I have heard several people comment that District 5 was won by a conservative because three progressive candidates ran and split the vote. Now that the 2019 city elections are on the horizon, I would like to dispel that myth and look at what is potentially different for the district in 2019.

Even if only one progressive had run in 2015, that one progressive would have lost. Worth Morgan, the current councilman and eventual winner, had $300,000 in his campaign war chest, and the votes of conservatives Dan Springer and Morgan combined were 55 percent of the total vote, as compared to 42 percent of the combined percentages of Mary Wilder, Chooch Pickard, and, me, all progressives in good standing.

Democratic turnout was lower than expected that year. A lot of workingclass and middle-class voters were upset over the city council’s votes on pension retrenchment, and they evidently did not see any alternative that excited them enough to show up to the polls. Meanwhile, conservatives came out strong for mayoral candidate Jim Strickland.

Strickland and I both happened to be at one of the polling sites on Election Day, and I said to him: “Based on who has voted early and the seemingly low turnout today, I believe what is going to help you is going to hurt me.”

Having seen the early voting data, I also mentioned to Mary Wilder my belief that it would be Morgan versus Springer in the runoff, because of the high conservative turnout.

The fact is, District 5 is not exactly a blue district. Yes, it has Midtown and Binghampton, but it also contains most of East Memphis. In essence, Midtown progressives saw all of their districts either transformed or moved elsewhere in Tennessee in post-2010 redistricting.

Congressman Steve Cohen’s former state Senate district was affected, as were the state House seats formerly occupied by Jeanne Richardson and Mike Kernell.

I would consider the current council District 5 to be purple in a high-turnout scenario and red in a low-turnout scenario. It’s regrettable that we don’t hold all of our local general elections on the same day we hold our state and federal general elections. We would save money thereby, and simultaneously reap a higher turnout of progressives.

In any case, in 2015, any progressive who might have made the runoff would

have lost handily. I thought I could prevail on the strength of personally knocking on some 6,500 doors in a four-month period, while my supporters were doing likewise.

Hindsight tells me I was over-optimistic.

Had any of us progressives made that runoff, the older and wealthier white vote would have shown up in higher numbers, and no amount of knocking on doors would have prevailed over the tidal wave of money committed to the conservative contender.

Instant runoff voting (IRV), which should already have been implemented after the 2008 referendum approving it, could well transform the electoral situation if it is employed in 2019. Runoffs have allowed the city’s economic elite to control a council that should by all rights have a majority voted in by working-class voters and people of color. That is why the IRV issue mattered enough for me to volunteer on its behalf in the referenda of both 2008 and 2018.

Looking ahead to 2019 voting, I find myself wondering whether or not the blue-wave turnouts we saw will continue to prevail.

Looking ahead to 2019 voting, I find myself wondering whether or not the blue-wave turnouts we saw last year will continue to prevail in non-federal elections. If IRV is properly implemented, a progressive could win District 5. That result would not be guaranteed, although a progressive with the ability to at least partially self-finance would, in my judgment, have a fair chance of success.

I have heard rumors about one potential progressive candidate who would fit that profile, and that person would benefit from the absence of a runoff via IRV, as well as not having to worry about the divisive effects of multiple progressive candidates, as in 2015.

Our current council members — and the status quo types behind them — thought it was a good idea in 2018 to try to undo decisions already made by voters in 2008, and they had the temerity to spend $40,000 of our taxpayer money to campaign for such a result in last fall’s referendums.

I would just say this: If you are a progressive prepared to run hard and govern well, please announce your intentions soon, because your city needs you.

John Marek is a lawyer, activist, and occasional candidate for various offices.

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Managing Editor, High Ground News “I feel very grateful to have the foundation that Memphis has given me. I think it’s really easy to plug in to this city. … There’s room for everyone to get the support they need for their projects. I don’t think you find that in other cities.

“We open an office in a Memphis neighborhood for four months, and we work with residents to craft a narrative that reflects their lived experience.

“People celebrate neighborhoods that they’re not from. People who don’t live in Orange Mound love reading stories about the old Melrose High School reopening.

“I think we’re kind of trained to see Memphis as a very segregated city, and in many ways that is still true and effects all of our residents, but I think people across the city like seeing how neighborhoods are innovating new solutions.”

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Basketball Coach, Mitchell High School “Sports brings unity. It brings people from all different backgrounds together, from different ethnic groups, different genders. You can be anywhere and have on a jersey and another fan sees you, and that sparks a conversation. … To someone like me who grew up in inner city Memphis, it was my way out. It was a way for me to grow up. Basketball and other sports kept me out of trouble. It saved my life. … That’s what I try to do when I get involved with these young men and women. As a coach and a mentor, I try to give them everything I was given, and a little bit more.

“We had 27 seniors. And 25 of them went to college for free, and two of them went into the military. … Saving everyone is impossible. But if I could just put my hands on those 27, and help them, maybe they can each put their hands on another 27. Then we’re starting to get somewhere.

“Work is fun for me. A lot of people can’t say that.”

f you are the observant type, you might have noticed that this year’s 20<30 cover photo actually has 21 people in it. That’s because we had a tie between two women who both deserved to be honored, and whose ages made this their final shot. So, boom, a tie! And the result is 21<30.

As we have every year since 2009, we asked Flyer readers to nominate exceptional Memphians under the age of 30, so we can get to know — and recognize — the young people who

will be shaping the future of our city.

Choosing the 20 we feature in these pages is always an exercise fraught with difficult decisions. Lots of deserving young people don’t make the cut. We could easily do 40<30. Memphis is blessed with a plethora of talented young people.

This year, we decided to let each of our honorees speak about themselves. And after listening to these 21 outstanding young Memphians, it would appear our city’s future is brighter than ever.

— Chris McCoy

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Assistant Director of Planning and Development, City of West Memphis “Studying sociology was a blessing and curse at the same time. It opened my eyes to all these problems in the world and helped me see things as they really are. But it also left me without a way to solve the problems. So that’s how I stumbled upon urban planning. I wanted to make a change on the macro level — the entire city. That led me to planning on a large scale.”

Smith got her masters degree in urban planning at the University of Memphis. “After I graduated, I wanted to be in a city that could benefit from some good planning. I love Memphis to death, but it can definitely benefit from some better planning.

“I definitely want to stay in Memphis.

I see it as a place that has changed tremendously from then to now. I think Mayor Strickland has done a fantastic job prioritizing planning, and we see the results of the power of planning every day with the bike shares. We have more connectivity all over the city, and these are just the beginning steps. … I want people to know that if they want to make a change, they have the power to do that.”

Mental Health Counsellor, Youth Villages “I question why people do certain things, how our surroundings and environment impact us. Early on, I wanted to be a fixer. I was always told I was a great listener, so being a counsellor and psychologist probably fits. … I’ve put my focus on how trauma and PTSD impacts the brain, and helps people change course with a lot of psychotherapy.”

“I think a lot of people have started talking more about their depression and anxiety and mental health. It’s not such a bad stigma, because it’s not just me feeling the way I feel. … One of my mantras is, you can’t live a healthy life unless you’re mentally healthy as well.

I experienced a lot of burnout. Then I myself started seeking counseling, and I have a mentor who is a psychologist as well. So really, just learning how to talk through my stress helps me impact others as well. … My mentor says, ‘Practice what you preach. You can’t pour from an empty cup.’

“I have a five-year-old and a threeyear-old, so they’re my entire life.”

Director of Alumni Engagement, Teach for America Memphis “When I was posted to Memphis [for Teach for America], I was ecstatic. I was placed in the same neighborhood where I grew up.

My two-year commitment was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. I realized you’re not just a teacher,

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Development and Communications Coordinator, Meritan Biggam says her millennial friends are “notorious job hoppers. … You’re job-hopping because you haven’t found something you love doing. I wake up every day with a smile on my face, because every day I’m raising money for someone less fortunate who is going

to reap the benefits.

“I love giving back. I became the Gift of Life volunteer coordinator for the Rotary Club, and we had a patient who came from Honduras. I was with her from the airport through her hospital stay and recovery. Just seeing the smile on her face and seeing how healthy she was, that made it worth it.”

Biggam was Miss Memphis 2016.

“It was absolutely amazing. Everything about the community engagement was amazing. I was able to be heard and to be a role model for several young girls in Memphis. It actually connected me to the Memphis Grizzlies, and I ended up being a Grizz Girl for two years after that. I retired this year, because I had too much on my plate with volunteering. I’ve had to learn to finally say no. I really enjoy volunteering my time and being able to help other that need it more than I do.”

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Alongside Northwestern Mutual - Memphis, New Memphis is incredibly proud to congratulate and celebrate the Memphis Flyer’s 20<30 2019 class.

What an exceptional group.

There are loads of clichés out there about youth being our future, and I, for one, fully embrace them.

The reality is, the young are often best poised to push us forward. They see our city with fresh eyes.

They are able to reframe perspectives and challenge what is possible. They are often more willing to dream big for Memphis, and that excites me.

Age and experience don’t make a leader. What this group has in common is a commitment to excellence, a willingness to innovate, and an ability to mobilize and inspire others.

New Memphis doesn’t build young leaders; we embolden them, sharpen their skills, and connect them to like-minded changemakers. By developing leaders who are accountable to their community, eager to collaborate, and driven to be make a difference, New Memphis is creating a better future for our city.

It’s hard not to be hopeful for Memphis’ future when you read about these 20 amazing people.

They are our city’s potential.

If you are or know a young person who is ready to impact the community, visit NewMemphis.org to learn more about how we can help.

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you’re a mentor, you’re a motivator, sometimes a chauffeur, a coach, an advisor, everything. I think people think teaching is just one road, but it’s a multifaceted job you have to prepare for. I’m so happy I had Teach for America, because I got that additional support I needed.

“I think teachers definitely get the short end of the stick, and I would like to help our teachers take on more support from our city and the Board of Education. I would love to see education transformed so we can make our city globally competitive. In 20 years, I want to see our kids be able to compete with any and everyone they come in contact with.

“How can Memphians help their teachers? Ask them what they need!

Sometimes teachers just need someone to help them grade papers. Help them with their classrooms, or maybe be mentors for their students. Because it’s such a multifaceted job, you never know what a teacher is going to need in the moment.”

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January 24-30, 2019

Founder, Chief of Staff, The Memphis Lift “The Memphis Lift is a parent-created and -led nonprofit that was created three years ago to solve a big problem, which is lack of parental involvement.

Many people thought that parents weren’t involved because they didn’t care, but the truth was that, especially here in Memphis, there are so many barriers to parental involvement. …

“We create a space where parents can come, and create events specifically for them that fit their time, and make it so they can access the information they need to be a part of the conversation around education.

“There is so much hidden talent in Memphis, people who are in situations who have not gotten an opportunity for their talents to be developed or even expressed. When you have a single parent who is struggling to make ends meet and working multiple jobs, but they have a gifted child, that parent knows that they have a gifted child, but they may not have the language or know how to navigate the system to know what is best for the child. What’s unique about Memphis Lift is, we are that bridge. We connect parents to leaders and decision makers, and we connect them to the parents, so it’s a twoway street.”

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Office Manager, Latino Memphis “I moved here for love. My boyfriend was here; he’s lived here his whole life, and he’s getting his PhD at U of M. I used to work retail, but I wasn’t satisfied. I felt like I wasn’t helping people. So I went looking for a place to help people, and that’s when I got involved with Latino Memphis.

“I think the biggest culture shock was, where I come from, we have all kinds of different races and all kinds of different faces, but when I came here, I saw the lack of that. But once I got involved, I see that there are many different cultures here — they’re just underrepresented.

“I think people come here with a dream. … I call myself a privileged Latino, because I come from Puerto Rico, which is a commonwealth. I didn’t know what the process was for these people coming here.

I didn’t really go through any struggle.

But when I started working with people, I realized they are all so different. They come here because there might be danger in their communities back home. They come here because they want their children to grow up in a nice environment where they can go to college and have a better life than they did. I think Memphis is an awesome, welcoming city to many of these people.

“I thought I’d be moving away after my boyfriend graduated. But recently, I see the growing community. I see Memphis is changing for the better. I really have that community feeling I’ve been looking for.”

Development Manager, Hope House “Hope House does so many things, it’s hard to put it all together at once. It’s a nonprofit that does so much for people, but the main vision of Hope House is to help families affected by HIV and poverty.

So we provide daycare and preschool free of charge. We have a housing program, a food pantry, individual therapy, group therapy, case management. There are so many resources for families and individuals living with HIV in this city because of Hope House.

“There’s a lot of misconceptions and stigmas around HIV, even now in 2019.

Hope House is trying to myth-bust all those things about how HIV is spread, not only for the safety of our community, but so they also understand that people living with HIV are just like anybody else.

They didn’t do anything bad or wrong.

You can’t get HIV by touching them.

“It’s really emotionally hard. My last job was at Make-A-Wish, so most of my career has been in emotionally challenging nonprofits, people who are doing really good work for really, really sad causes. I’m over our holiday program at Hope House … It was really hard for me to see these kids’ wish lists. They don’t have socks and shoes and coats and hats.

That’s what’s on their wish lists. If I ask for a coat, it’s because I want a new one or a different color. For them, they don’t have one at all.”

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“For me, who has a strong connection to Memphis and my family, and also living here being a Muslim woman, and the daughter of an immigrant on my dad’s side, and the daughter of an African American on my mom’s side, I felt very strongly that there should be a personal connection.

Voices should be highlighted that have been getting overlooked. … I wanted to be sure we were being as inclusive as

possible.

“I would say that I think we’re kind of getting to what I would like to envision — the deeper understanding of the layers and complexity of our story, and how that affects our present and will effect our future. … I hope I can be a part of addressing that connection between the past and the present, and how that can help us in dealing with the future.”

Coordinating Curator, Pink Palace Memphis Bicentennial Exhibit “It’s an extremely large exhibit, for an in-house exhibit that we’re doing here. …We didn’t want it to be a ‘coffee table’ exhibit — Memphis is great, and it’s always been great, and it will continue to be great. We wanted it to be a balanced representation of the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Coordinator, University of Memphis Student Success Program “For me, education is a broad spectrum that comes to circle a full life. … I took a gap year in undergrad and worked at the Trio Student Success program here at the University of Memphis and fell in love with students who were just like me — first generation, low income, or had an academic disability.

“I fell in love with the mission of helping somebody who needed the same leg up in life that I did. I know I wanted to go to college, and my mom pushed me in that direction, but I didn’t know what do to, how to navigate college, the mechanics of it, and what is being an actual college student. It’s overcoming the barrier of being a first generation. You being the first in your family to go to college. Double identities — your parents and peers expect you to be one way, but you are growing and developing in the college institution in another way. I see a lot of the struggles that I had in undergrad with that. When they come into my office, it’s like a counseling session.

“How am I going to make it from point a to point b, because I don’t have the income, but I don’t want to let college go?

Pushing toward a better life and wanting to do more and better for themselves. It’s a culture shock for them. … I love to be the person who holds their hands and takes them through that process.”

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Designer, Owner of Creative Punch and Pillow Tees While working with the Downtown Memphis Commission, Porter designed the new Beale Street sign.

“Being able to design something iconic in the city is humbling to me,

because I love this city so much. …

To me, that is the ultimate way of committing to a community, when you invest your skills to positively impact it. I was so used to seeing it on my laptop, for so many hours designing it, that seeing it lit up, it’s a wonder for me.”

Porter recently resigned from the DMC to pursue his own businesses.

“I have a passion to make an impact in my community and follow my dream and my passions: designing, branding, videography. The things I was doing at the DMC, now I get to do for more people, more often.

“Memphis has given me so much.

It’s given me an opportunity to advance my career. It’s given me people who are fantastic friends. It gave me a chance to play [soccer], the sport I love, in college. I want to give back to this city. Staying here is part of that passion to give back.”

B RONSON WORTHY

Social Media Specialist, Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare “Trayvon Martin died when I was at Vanderbilt. … There were a couple of freshmen on campus who reached out to some upperclassmen looking to do a campaign. I was the only one who

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answered. I realized that, even though I was leading the campaign, the stuff I wasn’t delegating was the marketing. In hindsight, I tended to hold onto those tasks because I really enjoyed them.

During that campaign, we had a teachin and a very solutions-oriented rally.

We wanted to expose the campus to the news and let folks know, but also to figure out how to improve the situation, not just gripe about it. Having an effect on campus really showed me that there was a possibility that I could have a career.

“My mom is a teacher, and my dad is a police officer. I was accustomed to seeing their work affect people. It’s how I was brought up. Now, I have the opportunity to use those talents to help people, health-wise, in my work for Methodist.

“I feel like I have to have faith that we are making progress. … Where there’s a will to make change, it will come to pass.” continued on page 14

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January 24-30, 2019

Continuous Improvement Specialist, Seeding Success Moore is a native Memphian who attended Rhodes College. “I had loved Memphis as an idea. It was a fun place to be, and I knew it had historical importance. But the anthropology and sociology department at Rhodes gave me the tools to understand things like society, social systems, cultures, and kind of the background forces that made Memphis look the way it did. That type of education gave me a more intimate understanding of myself, the city, and the larger, global perspectives that have fueled almost everything I do now. It’s a journey from judgment to questioning. It makes you a perpetual student.”

Seeding Success is a nonprofit that “has positioned itself as supportive to other agencies [and] allows us to coordinate things really well. It’s a data driven, accountable culture that prioritizes people and leadership. It’s a really cool organization that helps give other organizations bandwidth to do their work.”

“The Memphis that I want to see is a Memphis that really understands itself as somewhere that’s unique, and one that has its systems designed so it serves its people with both dignity and joy for everybody who lives here. To make this place one of equal opportunity and access, and one that really honors its rich history.”

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Government and Economics Teacher, Soulsville Charter School “It’s such a crucial subject area.

Unfortunately, I think in a lot of schools it’s given a secondary focus, to the disservice of our society. I think we’re experiencing some of the consequences of that, in some of the divisive and unfortunate complexities we’re facing as a society right now. …

I’ve been able to develop a curriculum that I believe is responsive to our current circumstances and context.

For instance, one aspect of my curriculum is a unit I’ve developed called Know Your Rights. We spend about a week and a half diving into the intricacies and nuances of what rights civilians have in interacting with law enforcement, what rights police officers have. We do a roleplaying component, case studies about interactions between police and civilians that have gone really well, and ones that haven’t.

“I decided to become a Memphis City Council candidate. I did that to show my students what they could do someday. I believe that my students would do a phenomenal job representing their communities, so I wanted to encourage them to run for office one day. I’ve been taking them, step by step, through the process. It demystifies running for office.”

Nursing Student, University of Tennessee Health Science Center After earning a master’s degree in public health, Jones worked as an educator for Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi.

“I did all phases of reproductive health: pregnancy prevention, STI prevention. I ran all the peer education programs, like one we called Sexperts, geared toward college students who wanted to become peer educators on campuses. … “I can talk about reproductive health and sex all day. It was definitely fun. It was one of those jobs that people are like, ‘You really get paid to do this?’ Yes I do.

“I worked in reproductive health for four years, and after learning about all the health disparities in the city, I wanted to do more, to learn more about heath in general.

That was my inspiration in going to nursing school. I knew there were so many other things going on in our city besides high HIV rates — those are through the roof. There were so many other health disparities that I wanted to learn about them, and couple that with my previous public health background. I want to do more public policy level work to help combat some of the health issues that are in this city.”

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Memphis as a space with opportunities to connect, where it’s easy to connect, is kind of like a big small city, where everybody knows everybody. I fell in love with empowering our youth.

That’s kind of where we started. I saw so many opportunities for developing our youth, and I saw that Memphis is where I wanted to be. There’s so much opportunity for us to grow as a city. I wanted to be a part of that.”

While at U of M, Cryer co-founded STS Enterprises. “We are a nonprofit,

501c3 organization with the mission of empowering youth and college students everywhere to make excellence the norm. We have about 80 volunteers that operate as a team, from marketing to program development, to move it forward. … We work with more than a hundred students annually, both high school and college. To date, we’ve worked with about 7,000 students.”

Business Development Officer, Orion Bank; Co-founder, STS Enterprises “I went to Jackson State university straight out of high school. I had a twin sister who was diagnosed with leukemia, so I returned home to help support the family. I ended up attending the University of Memphis.

In my junior year, I became engaged in the community. I met some people who were interested in getting me involved and engaged with Memphis. Just seeing

Instructional Designer, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, ALSAC “I design curriculum and learning programs on a variety of topics, depending on what’s needed for our employees to work together as a team: leadership skills, communication skills, all sorts of things. … ALSAC is like a big small company. We have about 1,500 employees dispersed throughout the United States, but the main campus is here in Memphis.

“It really is a great place to work.

You feel proud that what you’re doing is helping the kids over at St. Jude.

You cry all the time when you work here. It’s a great reminder that your work matters. Even though I’m not directly affecting kids, I know that I’m helping our ALSAC employees gain the skills they need to raise the funds so we can support the hospital.”

“I’ve always loved the learning field — anything to help people be more effective in their personal or professional lives. ‘Things I Wish I Knew’ was a passion project where I brought in a lot of young adults and asked them, ‘What are the things you wish you knew in high school or college?’ I interviewed them on video for less than four minutes.

We all have something that we wish someone would have told us.”

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Shelby County Public Defender “When I came to Memphis, I worked at the District Attorney’s office. … I learned a lot about myself. I’m an empath, and I’m able to connect with people. I was a victim

coordinator, so I was working with people who had crimes happen to them, trying to help them navigate the legal system. My empathy was very useful there. But I also found myself empathizing quite frequently in juvenile court with the children who had been accused. I was thinking about what were the systemic problems that led to these children going out and doing these alleged acts? Where are their parents?

What are their neighborhoods like?

“There’s nothing that can prepare you for the shock of how much work there is to do, and how many clients you will end up having, and how much more you will wish you could do for everyone. But I would say that I’m recovering well from the initial shock, and doing the best I can for people.

“I think we’re all products of our environment and our chemistry. If I have a client, they have probably also been a victim at some point. I think other people lose sight of that. That’s why I wanted to use my energy productively, helping people that maybe other people can’t sympathize with.”

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Filmmaker, Indie Memphis Youth Film Festival Mentor Coordinator “I knew I wanted to get into film, because all I wanted to do in my free time was watch movies. I would literally try to watch a different movie every single day, so I could have as much knowledge as possible.

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“I’ve been working with kids ever since I was at the Neighborhood Christian Center when I was 20. … When I got to Cloud 901, the video lab was completely bare.

There were very few kids going there. They didn’t have someone there to hold it down full time. So I hit the ground running, starting a show called Cloud Focus. … The most rewarding experience has been that I’m seeing the rise of the next generation of filmmaking.

“At Indie Memphis, we pair local filmmakers and professionals in the industry with teenagers who create their own short films.

“I’m working on the script for a film called How to Make Love to Men. We’re launching a crowd-funding campaign in February, so look out for that. At the same time, Not Your Ordinary Films is working on two web series we’ve already produced.

One of them is called Not Your Ordinary Black Girls, which is about three women with superpowers. The other is a drama entitled This Can’t Be Life. We’re working on scripts for season two of both of those.”

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January 24-30, 2019

Founder, JUICE Orange Mound Thornton taught English in Thailand when she was 22. “I was the only African American in the whole town, for a whole year. When people liked me, I always took it down to Memphis, like I was a Memphis ambassador.

I took a lot of pride in that role, exposing people to a different way of thinking, just being a global citizen.

“I have a survivor’s spirit. I’ve

taught in SCS and charter schools, and I’ve just learned to survive and give the best education I can give. I make the student my top priority.”

“I think Juice has played a vital role in reshaping the narrative around Orange Mound. We’re the homegrown funding source for Orange Mound. …

We’ve organized quarterly canvasses to go door to door collecting spare change from residents. We pool that money and use it to start projects. In

this real revolutionary way, people don’t have to tell us our priorities. We can prioritize for ourselves and make an impact.

“I really geek out on advocacy work.

I love going to community meetings, having thoughtful conversations. Just yesterday, I was addressing slumlords in project-based Section 8 housing, then I left that meeting and I went to talk about bus transit advocacy work.

It seems like I can’t get enough of it.”

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saac Bruce was born at the perfect time. The first University of Memphis football player to top 1,000 receiving yards in a season (in 1993), Bruce entered the NFL as the league was shifting from a balanced run-pass enterprise to one in which the passing game is almost everything. Trouble is, some other very good pass-catchers happened to be born around the same time.

On February 2nd in Atlanta (the day before the Super Bowl), the Pro Football Hall of Fame will announce its newest class of inductees. Bruce is among the 15 modern-era finalists and hopes to become the first U of M alum to receive a bust at the sport’s cathedral of history in Canton, Ohio. While Bruce’s numbers — starting with 15,208 career receiving yards — were Hall-worthy the day he retired (after the 2009 season), Bruce wasn’t selected in his first four years of eligibility, the last two as a finalist. (A maximum of five modern-era candidates

are enshrined each year.) I’m convinced this is Bruce’s year.

The challenge for Bruce has been catching (pardon the pun) appropriate attention among receivers who put up similar numbers and during the same time Bruce was setting records for the St. Louis Rams and their “Greatest Show on Turf.” Upon his retirement, Bruce was second only to the incomparable Jerry Rice (22,895 yards) among receivers on the NFL’s career yardage chart. But as he waited the required five years to be placed on the Hall of Fame ballot, Terrell Owens and Randy Moss moved ahead of Bruce. Meanwhile, the 1,000-catch club grew from two in 2000 (Rice and Cris Carter) to its current 14 members (Bruce is 13th alltime with 1,024 receptions).

There developed a logjam of eligible Hall of Fame-worthy receivers, one that’s only now finally starting to clear, with the inductions of Tim Brown (2015), Marvin Harrison (2016), Moss (2018), and Owens (2018) since Bruce became

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eligible. Among this year’s finalists, the Fort Lauderdale native is the only wide receiver. (Tight end Tony Gonzalez is eligible for the first time and is a lock for one of the five slots.)

Bruce was a significant part of one of football’s most historic offenses, one that has already sent running back Marshall Faulk (2011), tackle Orlando Pace (2016), and quarterback Kurt Warner (2017) to the Hall of Fame. Even with Faulk and the great Torry Holt taking carries and catches away from Bruce, he led the 1999 Rams — winners of Super Bowl XXXIV — in receiving yardage (1,165 yards) and scored 12 touchdowns.

Bruce’s 73-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter proved to be the trophy-clinching score against Tennessee in that Super Bowl. Warner was named MVP, but the honor could have easily gone to Bruce (six catches for 162 yards).

Along with Gonzalez, a pair of defensive backs — Champ Bailey and Ed Reed — are likely to be elected in their

first year of eligibility. This would leave two slots open for Bruce and the other 11 modern-era finalists. Tony Boselli? Steve Atwater? Kevin Mawae? John Lynch? Edgerrin James? All good players, all worthy of the case that will be made for them in the selection room. But more worthy of induction than Isaac Bruce? Hell no.

Bruce is one of just six players to have his jersey (#83) retired by the University of Memphis. He visits the Bluff City regularly and, with the Rams having returned to Los Angeles, remains an icon in our sister city of St. Louis.

In these parts, we’ve long known Isaac Bruce is a Hall of Famer. It will be nice when the Pro Football Hall of Fame officially recognizes such. Let’s hope it’s February 2nd.

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Soul diva Bettye Lavette described Detroit in the 1960s as a dreamlike place where it seemed as if every young person either had a record or was in the process of cutting one. “That’s just what you did,” she told the Flyer prior to a concert stop at The Halloran Centre. This week, Memphis plays host to another veteran of that scene. In fact, as a founding member of the Supremes, Mary Wilson was one of the artists who helped to light Motown’s fire.

Originally comprised of friends from Detroit’s Brewster housing projects, the Supremes became the most successful female vocal group in history. Their fraught story, famously dramatized in the hit Broadway musical Dreamgirls, is so well known the narrative almost eclipses the group’s incredible run of hit songs including, “Stop in the Name of Love,” “Baby Love,” “I Hear a Symphony,” and “Reflections.”

“We wanted hit records,” Wilson told one interviewer following the release of her autobiography Dreamgirl. “We wanted to be stars,” she said of the decision to make Diana Ross the group’s permanent lead singer. “Whatever made us become stars, we agreed to.

“Any one of us could sing,” she concluded, reducing all the drama down to a single, incontrovertible truth.

Wilson has continued to record and perform a mix of smoky jazz standards and pop. She spent the summer performing her show “Up Close” at New York’s Regency supper club.

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Incognito! Art Soiree and Auction Memphis Botanic Garden, 5:30-7:30 p.m., $35 Popular annual auction of unsigned works. Hosted by WKNO’s Kacky Walton.

Dorrance Dance Germantown Performing Arts Center, 8 p.m.

A dance company that specializes in tap. They adhere to tap’s traditions while stretching the form’s bounds.

“Enough: Me Too Exhibition” Memphis College of Art, 6-8 p.m.

Opening reception for this group show addressing sexual assault.

Chocolate Fantasy Memphis Agricenter, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., $20 Sample chocolate treats from Dinstuhl’s, Smallcakes, Twinique Cakes, Sweet Potato Baby, MemFizz, Makeda’s, and more during this popular annual fundraiser for the National Kidney Foundation.

Out of Bounds Red Carpet Screening Malco Cordova, 6-9 p.m.

A screening of this Memphis-made film about an event that derails a basketball star’s plans.

Booksigning by Victoria Traylor Novel, 6 p.m.

Victoria Traylor signs and discusses her new collection of poetry, Resurrected by the River.

Sweat Circuit Playhouse, 8 p.m., $25 Play about a group of factory workers on the brink of financial collapse.

An Evening of Scotch Whisky Tasting Celtic Crossing, 7-10 p.m., $45 Sample and discuss a selection of Scotch whiskys.

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Memphis Animal Services is partnering with Positive Dog Trainers of the Mid-South to co-host “Dog as a Second Language,” a canine body language seminar for pet enthusiasts at the Benjamin L.Hooks Central Library.

“To reframe this, we’re not so much speaking the dog’s language as reading a dog’s language,” says Positive Dog Trainers founder Ann Marie Easton. “We may make a very good attempt, but we are never really going to be able to speak their body language in the same way that they can with each other.” Easton does think people can do a much better job of understanding what their dogs are trying to tell them.

“We all know the wiggly giggly ‘I’m all excited’ signals, but most of us don’t understand other signals,” Easton says. “For example, if you go up to pet a dog and they lick their lips, we THINK they are saying, ‘I’m a little stressed.’ So if you move your hand away it’s a positive experience for the dog. It’s like, ‘Ah, you get me!’”

Dog as a Second Language is a humans-only event since pets aren’t allowed in the library. Nevertheless, Easton says the program will “look at the whole dog.”

“What do different parts of the body say?” Easton asks, quickly reminding that bites and wagging tales aren’t mutually exclusive.

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Spins Crosstown Arts Green Room, 9 p.m., $5 A monthly DJ series featuring old school hip-hop, house, ultra lounge, and Afrobeat.

International Blues Challenge The Orpheum, noon The finals of this annual competition for the best blues music in the world.

Enjoy AM Guest Chef Series The Gray Canary, 5-9 p.m.

Part of the new chef takeover series, raising funds for the Mid-South Food Bank’s Healthy School Pantry program. Tonight’s chef is Kevin Nashan of Sidney Street in St. Louis.

Southern Literary Salon: Boats Against the Current Memphis Hunt & Polo Club, noon-3 p.m.

A celebration of Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Includes lunch and readings.

Lesson Plans to Late Night Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School, 7 p.m., $28 A night of comedy in which Lucas Bohn recounts his transformation from elementary school teacher to working comic.

“Eye to Eye: A New Look at the Dixon Collection” The Dixon Gallery & Gardens, 1 p.m.

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I would have been able to create on my own,” he said. “But, win, lose, or draw, I made some contacts, and I knew I was going to go some places that were outside of my reach, just having had the chance to network with people. There’s so much information and there’s so much opportunity, just walking around. The workshops they have, the different panel discussions that they do. It’s almost like getting a new set of keys. It’s a whole lot easier to get through certain doors if somebody gives you a key.”

Burt’s success is also an object lesson in how stylistically diverse contenders can be. One of the standout songs in his prize-winning set was a version of “Eleanor Rigby,” by the Beatles. “As I see it, I get to define my blues,” he says. “If I sing ‘Happy Birthday,’ I’m telling you I really want you to have a happy birthday. That emotional connection is to me what the

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t’s hard to imagine a massive annual music festival, one that brings thousands to Memphis every year, somehow taking place under the very noses of the unsuspecting locals. Yet that’s exactly what happens every January, when the International Blues Challenge (IBC) goes down.

The 2019 version starts Tuesday this week in various clubs along Beale Street, Main Street, and Second Street, culminating with the finals at the Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, January 26th.

As Blues Foundation president Barbara Newman notes, “We did an economic impact study and learned that this event brings close to $4 million of fresh tourism money into Memphis every year. And that doesn’t even account for the peripheral stuff that happens when people stay after the event to visit Mississippi or spend extra time in Memphis. Everything takes a big bump up during IBC week. And it’s an otherwise quiet, almost dead time for Memphis. So it’s great that we’re here to energize the city every year.”

And, Newman adds, the IBC affects every community that sends artists to compete. “One part of it is discovering that next great musician that’s ready to take a bigger stage. But another part is about offering the blues societies an opportunity to do something engaging in their local communities to keep the blues scene vibrant where they are.”

This year, blues societies worldwide, having staged their own mini-competitions, are sending local winners from as far away as South Korea. And for those who come, the experience can be life-changing.

“Susan Tedeschi was an IBC finalist,” says Newman. “Southern Avenue didn’t even make it into the top three, but they got a label deal. Then they won best emerging artist at the BMAs last year. Danielle Nichole and her brother won in 2008, and she’s up for a Grammy this year. [2018 winner] Kevin Burt went on to record his first CD, and he just got nominated for a Blues Music Award as best emerging artist.”

I tracked Burt down somewhere in his home state of Iowa to ask about the experience of winning best solo performer at the IBCs. “It’s created a lot of opportunities for me that I don’t think

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blues is. There’s too many folks that get caught up in a specific sound.”

Paul Benjamin, who’s been an IBC judge many times over and now orients each year’s incoming judges, agrees.

“Originality is important,” he says. “Judges don’t wanna hear ‘Mustang Sally’ or ‘I Got My Mojo Working.’ I go over the criteria with them. It’s broken down into the categories of originality, talent, vocals, and stage presence. Each is weighted, and originality’s weighted by three, whereas talent, vocals, and stage presence are weighted by two.”

For Burt, originality is tied to spontaneity. “I didn’t put together a set list for the IBC. Every experience I had while I was down there helped to shape my set list for the next show. That’s how I’ve always done this. I walk into the room, and I don’t know what I’m gonna do until I’m doing it. There’s something about that nervous energy that helps me connect.

There’s a feeling that you get.”

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EVE MARET SATURDAY, JANUARY 26TH BAR DKDC

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After Dark: Live Music Schedule January 24 - 30 Tuesdays, 7 p.m.; Brad Birkedahl Band Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

Club 152 Alfred’s 197 BEALE 525-3711

Gary Hardy & Memphis 2 Thursdays-Saturdays, 6-9 p.m.; Karaoke Thursdays, TuesdaysWednesdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., and Sundays-Mondays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; Mandi Thomas Fridays, Saturdays, 6-9 p.m.; The 901 Heavy Hitters Fridays, Saturdays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; Flyin’ Ryan Fridays, Saturdays, 2:30 a.m.; Memphis Jazz Orchestra Sundays, 6-9 p.m.

B.B. King’s Blues Club 143 BEALE 524-KING

The King Beez Thursdays, 5 p.m.; B.B. King’s All Stars Tuesdays, Thursdays, 8 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.; Lisa G and Flic’s Pic’s Band Saturdays, Sundays, 12:30 p.m.

Blue Note Bar & Grill 341-345 BEALE 577-1089

Queen Ann and the Memphis Blues Masters Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Blues City Cafe 138 BEALE 526-3637

Sonny Mack Mondays-Fridays, 2-6 p.m.; Cowboy Neil Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, 7 p.m.midnight, and Saturdays, Sundays, 2-6 p.m.; Fuzzy Wednesdays, Fridays, 7 p.m.-midnight; Baunie and Soul Sundays, 7 p.m.-midnight.

King’s Palace Cafe Tap Room 168 BEALE 576-2220

Handy Bar 200 BEALE 527-2687

The Amazing Rhythmatics Tuesdays, Thursdays-Sundays, 7 p.m.-1 a.m.

Hard Rock Cafe 126 BEALE 529-0007

Lance and Madison Thursday, Jan. 24, 7-10 p.m.; The Amber McCain Band Sunday, Jan. 27, 7-10 p.m.

Big Don Valentine’s Three Piece Chicken and a Biscuit Blues Band Thursdays, Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Delta Project Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.midnight.

Friday, Jan. 25, 11:30 p.m.; Little Boys Blue Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.-midnight; Cowboy Neil Band Sundays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Delta Project Tuesdays, 8 p.m.midnight; Vince Johnson and the Plantation Allstars Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Silky O’Sullivan’s 183 BEALE 522-9596

Dueling Pianos Thursdays, Wednesdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-3 a.m., and Sundays, Tuesdays, 8 p.m.midnight.

New Daisy Theatre

Belle Tavern

330 BEALE 525-8981

117 BARBORO ALLEY 249-6580

Cherub Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.

The Rusty Pieces Sundays, 6:30-9 p.m.

Rum Boogie Cafe

145 BEALE 578-3031

Nat “King” Kerr Fridays, Saturdays, 9-10 p.m.

King Jerry Lawler’s Hall of Fame Bar & Grille 159 BEALE

Lunch on Beale with Chris Gales Wednesdays-Sundays, noon-4 p.m.; Eric Hughes solo/ acoustic Thursdays, 5-8 p.m.; Karaoke Mondays-Thursdays, Sundays, 8 p.m.; Live Bands Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m.

BratGirlmedia’s Guitar Conspiracy Thursday, Jan. 24, 11:30 p.m.; Bob Margolin Friday, Jan. 25, 11:30 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 26, 11 p.m.; Watermelon Slim Record Release Party Saturday, Jan. 26, 7-10 p.m.; Memphis Blues Masters Sundays, 7-11 p.m.; Vince Johnson and Plantation Allstars Tuesdays, 7-11 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 28, 7-11 p.m.; Ghost Town Blues Band Tuesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; Eric Hughes Band Wednesdays, 7-11 p.m.

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King’s Palace Cafe David Bowen Thursdays, 5:309:30 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 p.m., and Sundays, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

182 BEALE 528-0150

Memphis Blues Masters Mondays, Thursdays, 8 p.m.midnight; Tas Cru Thursday, Jan. 24, 11:30 p.m.; Eric Hughes Jam

Earnestine & Hazel’s

The Vault

531 S. MAIN 523-9754

124 GE PATTERSON

Amber Rae Dunn Hosts: Earnestine & Hazel’s Open Mic Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m.

The Halloran Centre

Blues City Pastry Shop & Coffee Bar 153 S. MAIN 576-0010

Hi-Jivers Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Brass Door Irish Pub 152 MADISON 572-1813

Live Music Fridays; Carma Karaoke with Carla Worth Saturdays, 9-11 p.m.

Dirty Crow Inn 855 KENTUCKY

Rev Neil Down Band Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.; Sister Lucille Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; vintage Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 p.m.; Bobbie Stacks and Friends Wednesdays, 8-11 p.m.

Heath and Bobbie Thursdays, 7 p.m.; Jack Rowell Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; Sean Bad Apple Saturday, Jan. 26, 8:30 p.m.

225 S. MAIN 525-3000

Mary Wilson Saturday, Jan. 26.

Huey’s Downtown 77 S. SECOND 527-2700

Tas Cru Sunday, Jan. 27, 8-11:30 p.m.

Paulette’s RIVER INN, 50 HARBOR TOWN SQUARE 260-3300

182 BEALE 528-0150

Itta Bena

162 BEALE 521-1851

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Live Pianist Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, 5:309 p.m., Sundays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and MondaysWednesdays, 5:30-8 p.m.

Regina’s 60 N. MAIN

Open Mic Night Saturdays, 4-7 p.m.; Richard Wilson Sundays, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Bar DKDC 964 S. COOPER 272-0830

Marcella and Her Lovers Friday, Jan. 25; Eve Maret, Dream Chambers, Linda Heck, and Outside Source Saturday, Jan. 26; Mary Gagz and Her Gaggle of Drags Monday, Jan. 28; Tennessee Screamers Wednesday, Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Boscos 2120 MADISON 432-2222

Sunday Brunch with Joyce Cobb Sundays, 11:30 a.m.2:30 p.m.

Canvas 1737 MADISON 443-5232

303 S. MAIN 523-0020

Karaoke Thursdays, 9:30 p.m.; Kyle Pruzina Live Mondays, 10 p.m.-midnight.

The Silly Goose

903 S. COOPER 274-5151

Rumba Room Salsa Night Saturdays, 8:30 p.m.-3 a.m.

Celtic Crossing

DJ Cody Fridays, Saturdays, 10 p.m.

Jeremy Stanfill and Joshua Cosby Sundays, 6-9 p.m.; Candy Company Mondays.

Sleep Out Louie’s

Clough-Hanson Gallery

100 PEABODY PLACE 435-6915

150 PEABODY PL SUITE 111 ENTRANCE ON, S 2ND ST

The Rusty Pieces Saturday, Jan. 26, 6-9 p.m.

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Springfield Music Lecture Series: Dr. Richard Taruskin Wednesday, Jan. 30, 6 p.m.

January 24-30, 2019

International Blues Challenge Thursday, Jan. 24, 5-10:30 p.m., and Friday, Jan. 25, 5-10:30 p.m.; Ghost Town Blues Band Thursday, Jan. 24, 11 p.m.-2 a.m., Friday, Jan. 25, 11 p.m.-2 a.m., and Saturday, Jan. 26, 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; Blind Mississippi Morris Fridays, 5 p.m.; Brandon Cunning Band Sundays, 6 p.m., and Mondays, 7 p.m.; FreeWorld Sundays, 9:30 p.m.; John Paul Keith Monday, Jan. 28, 7-11 p.m.; Earl “The Pearl” Banks

152 BEALE 544-7011

Sean Apple Thursdays, 5 p.m.; Blues Players Club Thursdays, Sundays, 8-10 p.m.; DJ Ron Fridays, Saturdays, 11 p.m.; DJ DNyce Saturdays, 11 p.m.; DJ Mad Efx Sundays, midnight; A.M. Whiskey Trio Mondays, Tuesdays, 6-10 p.m.

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CIRQUE DU SOLEIL JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 3 One of the best-loved Cirque du Soleil productions, Corteo, is coming to Memphis.

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PANIC! AT THE DISCO WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6

Bringing the Pray For The Wicked Tour with special guests Two Feet and Betty Who to FedExForum.

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Huey’s Poplar

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4872 POPLAR 682-7729

The Mystic Krewe of Pegasus Memphis Saturday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m.; School of Rock 2018-19 Fall/Winter Season Showcase Day 2 Sunday, Jan. 27, 10:30 a.m.; The Band CAMINO with Hardcastle Sunday, Jan. 27, 7 p.m.

Otherlands Coffee Bar 641 S. COOPER 278-4994

John Kilzer Acoustic Friday, Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m.

Crosstown Arts at The Concourse

University of Memphis The Bluff 535 S. HIGHLAND

DJ Ben Murray Thursdays, 10 p.m.; Rather Be EP Release Show Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; Bluegrass Brunch with the River Bluff Clan Sundays, 11 a.m.

The Settlers Sunday, Jan. 27, 4-7 p.m.; Bear Spray featuring Mark Edgar Stuart Sunday, Jan. 27, 8:30 p.m.-midnight.

Mortimer’s 590 N. PERKINS 761-9321

Van Duren Solo Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

T.J. Mulligan’s 1817 KIRBY 755-2481

Huey’s Collierville 2130 W. POPLAR 854-4455

Whitehaven/ Airport Rock-n-Roll Cafe 3855 ELVIS PRESLEY 398-6528

Live Entertainment MondaysSaturdays, 8 p.m.

Karaoke Tuesdays, 8 p.m.

Memphis Soul Revue Sunday, Jan. 27, 8-11:30 p.m.

Cordova Huey’s Cordova 1771 N. GERMANTOWN PKWY. 318-3030

Five O’Clock Shadow Sunday, Jan. 27, 8:30 p.m.-midnight.

T.J. Mulligan’s Cordova 8071 TRINITY 756-4480

The Southern Edition Band Tuesdays.

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The Music of Bobby Watson Saturday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m.; SPINS featuring DJ Houston Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 p.m.

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John Paul Keith Band Sunday, Jan. 27, 6-9 p.m.

Huey’s Millington 8570 US 51 NORTH,

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Sweet Fever and Last Chance Riders Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.; Jeff Hoagland Blues Band & Moses Crouch and Memphissippi Medicine Friday, Jan. 25, 9 p.m.; Odd World Takeover pt.2 Sunday, Jan. 27, 7 p.m.; Crockett Hall Tuesdays with the Midtown Rhythm Section Tuesdays, 9 p.m.

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Possum Daddy or DJ Turtle Thursdays, 5-9 p.m.; CeCee Fridays, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.; Possum Daddy Karaoke Wednesdays, 6-10 p.m. and Saturdays, 7-11 p.m.

Toni Green’s Palace

Hi-Tone

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Toni Green’s Palace MondaysSundays, 7 p.m.; Live DJ Thursdays, Fridays, 7 p.m.

412-414 N. CLEVELAND 278-TONE

Jon Spencer & the HITmakers with NOTS Thursday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.; Alyssa’s Bday Show Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; Krish Mohan with Katrina Coleman & guests Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; Refreshingly Heavy Saturday, Jan. 26, 5:30 p.m.; Memphis Songwriters Showcase Monday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m.

Germantown Huey’s Southwind 7825 WINCHESTER 624-8911

The Pistol & the Queen Band Sunday, Jan. 27, 6-9 p.m.

North Mississippi/ Tunica

Huey’s Midtown 1927 MADISON 726-4372

The Dantones Sunday, Jan. 27, 4-7 p.m.; Sweet Fever Sunday, Jan. 27, 8:30 p.m.-midnight.

Hollywood Casino 1150 CASINO STRIP RESORT, TUNICA, MS 662-357-7700

Lafayette’s Music Room Jackopierce Thursday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.; Emily Chambers Friday, Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m.; Twin Soul Friday, Jan. 25, 10 p.m.; Kory & John Saturday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m.; Shelby Lee Lowe Saturday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m.; Aquanet Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 p.m.; Joe Restivo 4 Sundays, 11 a.m.; Swingtime Explosion Sunday, Jan. 27, 4 p.m.; Memphis Jazz Orchestra Monday, Jan. 28, 6 p.m.; The Faculty Tuesday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m.; Breeze Cayolle & New Orleans Wednesday, Jan. 30, 5:30 p.m.; Steve Ingle and xxx/Kingfish Wednesday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m.

Lamplighter Lounge 1702 MADISON 726-9916

Crystal Shrine, Spence Bailey, Catriona Sturton, GINNY Thursday, Jan. 24, 9 p.m.midnight.

Midtown Crossing Grill 394 N. WATKINS 443-0502

Natalie James and the Professor Saturdays, Sundays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; “The Happening” Open Songwriter Showcase Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Huey’s Southaven 7090 MALCO, SOUTHAVEN, MS 662-349-7097

P&H Cafe 1532 MADISON 726-0906

Rockstar Karaoke Fridays; Open Mic Music Mondays, 9 p.m.-midnight; Holy Knives, Not Tight, Schaefer, and Lana/ Late Night Cardigan Wednesday, Jan. 30.

Railgarten 2160 CENTRAL

Lucky 7 Brass Band Friday, Jan. 25, 8 p.m.; Hope Clayborn & Soul Scrimmage Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.

Wild Bill’s 1580 VOLLINTINE 207-3975

Juke Joint All Stars Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m.; The Wild Bill’s Band with Tony Chapman, Charles Cason, and Miss Joyce Henderson Fridays, Saturdays, 11 p.m.-3 a.m.; Memphis Blues Society Juke Jam Sundays, 4 p.m.

Oasis Hookah Lounge & Cafe 663 S. HIGHLAND 729-6960

Live Music with DJ ALXANDR Fridays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.; Live Music with Coldway Saturdays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.

East Memphis East of Wangs 6069 PARK 763-0676

Lee Gardner Fridays, 6:30-9 p.m.; Eddie Harrison Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m.

Folk’s Folly Prime Steak House 551 S. MENDENHALL 762-8200

Larry Cunningham ThursdaysSaturdays; Aislynn Rappe Sundays; Keith Kimbrough Mondays-Wednesdays.

Terry & the Wallbangers Sunday, Jan. 27, 8-11:30 p.m.

Poplar/I-240

Tunica Roadhouse

Neil’s Music Room 5727 QUINCE 682-2300

Bar Misfits Thursday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.-midnight; Eddie Smith Fridays, 8 p.m.; A 440 Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.; Flashback Sunday, Jan. 27, 4-7 p.m.; Debbie Jamison & Friends Tuesdays, 6-10 p.m.; Elmo and the Shades Wednesdays, 8 p.m.-midnight.

Owen Brennan’s THE REGALIA, 6150 POPLAR 761-0990

Lannie McMillan Jazz Trio Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Summer/Berclair Maria’s Restaurant 6439 SUMMER 356-2324

Karaoke Fridays, 5-8 p.m.

Bartlett Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center 3663 APPLING 385-6440

Dale Watson Friday, Jan. 25, 7:30-10 p.m.

Hadley’s Pub 2779 WHITTEN 266-5006

Doc Fangaz & the Remedy Friday, Jan. 25, 9 p.m.; Backstreet Crawlers Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 p.m.; Area 51 Sunday, Jan. 27, 5:30 p.m.; Charlie & Juno All Star Experience Wednesday, Jan. 30, 8 p.m.

Old Whitten Tavern 2465 WHITTEN 379-1965

Live Music Fridays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

1107 CASINO CENTER, TUNICA, MS 662-363-4900

Live Music Fridays, Saturdays.

Raleigh Stage Stop 2951 CELA 382-1576

Open Mic Night and Steak Night Thursdays, 6 p.m.-midnight; Blues Jam hosted by Brad Webb Thursdays, 7-11 p.m.

West Memphis/ Eastern Arkansas Southland Park 1550 N. INGRAM, WEST MEMPHIS, AR 800-467-6182

Live Music Fridays, Saturdays, 10 p.m.; Live Band Karaoke Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

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Live Entertainment Fridays, Saturdays, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

2119 MADISON 207-5097

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Ed Finney & Neptune’s Army with Deb Swiney Thursday, Jan. 24, 8 p.m.; Wayde Peck & Friends Friday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m.; Blackwater Trio Friday, Jan. 25, 9 p.m.; Ms. Hope Clayburn & the Soul Scrimmage Saturday, Jan. 26, 9 p.m.; David Collins Frog Squad Sunday, Jan. 27, 6 p.m.; Richard Wilson Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m.; Ben Minden-Birkenmaier Wednesday, Jan. 30, 6 p.m.; Karaoke Wednesdays, 9 p.m.

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CALENDAR of EVENTS:

January 24 - 30

T H EAT E R

Circuit Playhouse

Sweat, a group of factory workers struggle to keep their lives afloat, ignorant of the financial devastation looming quietly in the future. Set in 2008, Sweat is a reflection of America’s economic decline.

(726-4656), www.playhouseonthesquare.org. $25.

Thursdays-Saturdays, 8 p.m., and Sundays, 2 p.m. Through Feb. 17.

51 S. COOPER (725-0776).

Hattiloo Theatre

A Song for Coretta, on February 6, 2006, people began lining up at dawn outside of Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church to pay their respects to the late Mrs. Coretta Scott King, widow of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose body lay in state in the small sanctuary. By mid-morning, the crowd wound around the corner of the building. The five characters in this play are at the end of that long line of mourners. www.hattiloo.org.

Through Feb. 3.

37 S. COOPER (502-3486).

Playhouse on the Square

Tuck Everlasting, eleven-year-old Winnie Foster yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence, but not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck family does she get more than she could have imagined. (726-4656), www. playhouseonthesquare.org.

Thursdays-Saturdays, 8 p.m., and Sundays, 2 p.m. Through Feb. 9.

66 S. COOPER (726-4656).

Theatre Memphis

To Kill a Mockingbird, from the book by Harper Lee, set in 1935, a young girl, Scout, brings some sanity to a hard-fought situation in the community. $15-$25. Sundays, 2 p.m., Fridays, Saturdays, 8 p.m., and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

Through Feb. 3.

January 24-30, 2019

630 PERKINS EXT. (682-8323).

“Sink Into a Dream” by Savannah White and Olga King at 430 Gallery, Friday and Saturday, January 25th and 26th

Send the date, time, place, cost, info, phone number, a brief description, and photos — two weeks in advance — to calendar@memphisflyer.com or P.O. Box 1738, Memphis, TN 38101.

DUE TO SPACE LIMITATIONS, ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTS WILL APPEAR IN THE FLYER’S ONLINE CALENDAR ONLY.

Gallery Talk

Museum staff speak on topics including current exhibitions and works from the permanent collection. Meet in the lobby of the main building before the talk begins. Free. Saturdays, Sundays, 2-2:30 p.m.

TheatreWorks

Back When Mike Was Kate, four years ago, Kate and Howard parted ways; he brokenhearted, she determined to find her true self. Yesterday, Howard found Kate again: as the tender transgender drifter Mike. Now, Howard will do anything to win back the heart he covets. www.playhouseonthesquare.org. $25. Thurs.Sat., 8 p.m., and Sun., 2 p.m.

Through Jan. 27.

METAL MUSEUM, 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380), WWW.METALMUSEUM.ORG.

Open Late

Email juliewilson@bellsouth. net or call 754-1243 to reserve a spot and find out materials needed (usually clippers, a low bowl, and needlepoint). $20.

Fri., Jan. 25, 1 p.m.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN, 750 CHERRY (636-4100).

Incognito! Art Soiree and Silent Auction

A R TI S T R EC E P TI O N S

Co-hosted by Artists’ Link, with guest host Kacky Walton, of WKNO’s Checking on the Arts, presents an evening of art, drinks, and hors d’oeuvres. Art and ticket sales benefit Memphis Botanic Garden’s environmental programming. $25 members, $35 non-members. Fri., Jan. 25, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Art Village Gallery

Opening Reception for “Out of Africa: Inhabitants of the Earth,” exhibition of work

by Nigerian artist Uchay Joel Chima. www.artvillagegallery. com. Fri., Jan. 25, 6:30-9 p.m.

410 S. MAIN (521-0782).

Memphis College of Art

Opening Reception for “Enough: A Me Too Exhibition,” exhibition of work that aims to provide a voice, a wall, and a safe space to make artistic voices regarding sexual assault heard and embraced. Over 25 artists participating. (272-5100), mca.edu. Fri., Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN, 750 CHERRY (636-4100).

Jazz-A-Fire

Performances, bring your own instrument to join. $12. Last Sunday of every month, 4-7 p.m.

1930 POPLAR (272-5100).

BRINSON’S, 341 MADISON (524-0104), WWW.MEMPHISBLACKARTSALLIANCE.ORG.

OTH E R A R T HA P P E N I N G S

Looking Inward: Mindfully Looking at Art

Acrylic Painting with Gay Rhodes

Join Instructor Gay Rhodes for this four-session painting series where students will gain new skills from the instructor’s 20-plus years of teaching experience. $150 members, $175 nonmembers. Wed., 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Through Jan. 30.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN, 750 CHERRY (636-4128).

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Art Trolley Tour

Tour the local galleries and shops on South Main. Last Friday of every month, 6-9 p.m.

SOUTH MAIN HISTORIC ARTS DISTRICT, DOWNTOWN.

Casting Demonstration

Saturdays, Sundays, 1:30 p.m.

METAL MUSEUM, 374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380), WWW.METALMUSEUM.ORG.

Fine Silver Origami

Students will make several designs in paper to get the feel for working small and will pick a favorite to make in fine silver.

Using special paper designed for origami work, participants can make a pendant or pair of earrings. Sat., Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN, 750 CHERRY (636-4128).

Winning authors will be honored with a $200 gift certificate to Novel. For more information, contest rules, and submission, visit website.

Through Aug. 31.

WWW.MEMPHISMAGAZINE.COM.

Ichiyo Ikebana Flower Design Series

2085 MONROE (274-7139).

Memphis Magazine Fiction Contest

Program, led by Stephen Black, delves into the restorative powers of art and meditation to help participants quiet the mind, observe art, and let go of mental clutter to experience art in new ways.

Free. Fourth Saturday of every month, 10 a.m.

Galleries and gardens will be open late. Free with admission. Every third Thursday, 6-8 p.m.

THE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS, 4339 PARK (761-5250), WWW.DIXON.ORG.

Painting Out Loud

A three-class series about process art, “Painting Out Loud,” is an intuitive method of painting. The artist paints the internal landscape, capturing his or her energy and emotions in the experience. $114.

Tuesdays, 6-9 p.m. Through Feb. 5.

ART BODY SOUL STUDIO, 1024 SOUTH YATES (207-4161), WWW. ARTBODYSOULSTUDIO.COM/PAINTING-OUT-LOUD.HTML.

“Sink into a Dream”

Exhibition of new works by Olga King and Savannah White.

Fri., Jan. 25, 6-8 p.m., and Sat., Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

430 GALLERY, 430 N. CLEVELAND (507-8030).

Southern Literary Salon: “Boats Against the Current”

Tennessee Shakespeare Company presents its celebration of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald, the authors and creative and social figures of the Jazz Age. Enjoy an elegant brunch, thought-provoking conversation, and readings from the Fitzgeralds’ novels, short stories, and letters. $55. Sun., Jan. 27, 12-3 p.m.

MEMPHIS HUNT & POLO CLUB, 650 S. SHADY GROVE (759-0604), WWW.TNSHAKESPEARE.ORG.

THE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS, 4339 PARK (761-5250), WWW.DIXON.ORG.

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“Africa: Art of a Continent,” permanent exhibition of African art from the Martha and Robert Fogelman collection.

Ongoing.

142 COMMUNICATION & FINE ARTS BUILDING (678-2224).

Art Village Gallery

“Out of Africa: Inhabitants of the Earth,” exhibition of work

by Nigerian artist Uchay Joel Chima. www.artvillagegallery. com. Ongoing.

410 S. MAIN (521-0782).

Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art

“Chinese Symbols in Art,” ancient Chinese pottery and bronze. www.belzmuseum.org.

Ongoing.

119 S. MAIN, IN THE PEMBROKE SQUARE BUILDING (523-ARTS).

Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School

“Into the Shadows,” exhibition of new work by Chelsea Fly. www.buckmanartscenter.com.

Through Feb. 25.

60 N. PERKINS EXT. (537-1483).

Clough-Hanson Gallery

“Monument Lab: Prototypes/ Proposals,” exhibition of new works by Kara Crombie, Jamel Shabazz, Michelle Angela Ortiz, and Marisa Williamson. The exhibition reflects on the monuments society has inherited and

RHODES COLLEGE, 2000 N. PARKWAY (843-3000).

Crosstown Arts at The Concourse

Fogelman Galleries of Contemporary Art, University of Memphis

“Brick Fiction,” exhibition of work by Carrie Rubinstein.

Through Jan. 27.

“Homeward Bound,” exhibition of works addressing the complex theme of “home.” Through Jan. 27.

“Aggregate Optics of Make-ADo,” exhibition of new work by Erin Harmon. Her paintings and sculptures are filled with longing for places that do not actually exist, invoking both the animated and the arrested, the joyful and the staid, the high and the low. www.memphis. edu/fogelmangalleries/.

Through March 8.

1350 CONCOURSE AVE., SUITE 280.

Crosstown Concourse

“R&D,” a collection of artwork from the fall 2018 University of Memphis sculpture students.

Ongoing.

1350 CONCOURSE AVE.

3715 CENTRAL.

The Dixon Gallery & Gardens

Gallery 1091

“Eye to Eye: A New Look at the Dixon Collection,” exhibition of select works from the Dixon’s collection, shown in a new light.

The works will be organized by theme, highlighting some of the major ideas that influenced the art produced in Europe and the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. www.dixon. org. Through April 14.

4339 PARK (761-5250).

EACC Fine Arts Center Gallery

“The Uninvited Pigment,” exhibition of new work by Chris Archer. www.eacc.edu. Through

“Improv,” exhibition of new works by the Memphis Camera Club. www.memphiscameraclub.org. Mondays-Fridays.

Through Feb. 21.

Feb. 1.

EAST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, 1700 NEWCASTLE, FORREST CITY, AR.

Eclectic Eye

“Green Zazen,” exhibition of works by Kristi Duckworth and Nancy Morrow. This peaceful exhibit encourages visitors to slow down and embrace natural colors and textures. Through Feb. 13.

242 S. COOPER (276-3937).

Edge Gallery

Folk Artists, exhibition of work

by Debra Edge, John Sadowski, Nancy White, Bill Brookshire, and other folk artists. Ongoing.

509 S. MAIN (647-9242).

FireHouse Community Arts Center

Mosal Morszart, exhibition of works by Black Arts Alliance artist. www.memphisblackartsalliance.org. Ongoing.

985 S. BELLEVUE (948-9522).

WKNO STUDIO, 7151 CHERRY FARMS (458-2521).

Graceland

“Hillbilly Rock,” exhibition featuring items from the Marty Stuart Collection. www.graceland.com. Ongoing.

3717 ELVIS PRESLEY (332-3322).

Jack Robinson Photography Gallery

Black Winter Artist Reception, exhibition of work by Ollie Rodriguez, reflections of femi-

nine strength that emphasizes the beauty in women of color.

Through Jan. 31.

44 HULING (576-0708).

Jay Etkin Gallery

David Hall, exhibition of watercolor works on paper. www. jayetkingallery.com. Ongoing.

942 COOPER (550-0064).

Marshall Arts Gallery

“Love of Art” and “Memphis,” exhibition of work by Nikki Gardner and Debra Edge by appointment only. Ongoing.

639 MARSHALL (679-6837).

Memphis Botanic Garden

“Origami in the Garden,” exhibition of 24 museum-quality outdoor sculptures depicting origami-inspired works crafted by artists Kevin Box, Te Jui Fu, Beth Johnson, Michael G. LaFosse, and Robert Lang. www. memphisbotanicgarden.com.

Through March 24.

750 CHERRY (636-4100).

Memphis Brooks Museum of Art “American Haiku,” exhibition of woodcuts by Memphis artist Ted Faiers. www.brooksmuseum.org. Through May 12.

“Visions of Hawai’i,” exhibition of work by pioneering American modernist Georgia O’Keeffe. www.brooksmuseum. org. Through Feb. 24.

“Arts of Global Africa,” exhibi-

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upcoming games

vs. warriors wed, jan. 30 10:30am

financial literacy game. Second annual Financial Literacy Education game, featuring K9 Crew at halftime and a special game worn jersey auction to benefit MCEE.

vs. clippers mon, feb. 4 7:00pm

mississippi monday. Show your Mississippi state ID to get a Plaza Level ticket for $10!

vs. suns

fri, feb. 8 7:00pm kids club night. Special events for all kids club members!

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Art Museum at the University of Memphis (AMUM)

Opening reception for “Out of Africa” by Uchay Joel Chima at Art Village Gallery, Friday, January, 25th, at 6:30 p.m.

imagines future monuments yet to be built. www.rhodes.edu/ events. Tuesdays-Saturdays.

Through March 16.

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C A L E N DA R: JA N UA RY 2 4 - 3 0 continued from page 25 tion of historic and contemporary works in a range of different media presenting an expansive vision of Africa’s artistry. www.brooksmuseum. org. Through June 21, 2021.

“A Buck & a Half Apiece,” exhibition of photographs by Ernest Withers. www.brooks. org. Through March 20.

Rotunda Projects: Federico Uribe, exhibition of magical creatures and playful installations from everyday objects. www.brooksmuseum.org.

Through Oct. 11.

“Talking Continents,” exhibition of large-scale sculptures and installations that use language, history, literature and psychology to draw attention to the barriers that separate and divide humanity by Jaume Plensa. www.brooksmuseum. org. Through Jan. 26.

“About Face,” exhibition located in the Education Gallery highlighting the different ways artists interpret the connection between emotion and expression. Ongoing.

“Drawing Memory: Essence of Memphis,” exhibition of works inspired by nsibidi, a sacred means of communication among male secret societies in southeastern Nigeria by Victor Ekpuk. www.brooksmuseum. org. Ongoing.

January 24-30, 2019

NOW ARRIVING @ YOUR

1934 POPLAR (544-6209).

Other People’s Poems at Two Rivers Bookstore, Wednesday, January 30th, at 7 p.m.

Memphis College of Art

“Enough: A Me Too Exhibition,” exhibition of work that aims to provide a voice, a wall, and a safe space to make artistic voices regarding sexual assault heard and embraced. Over 25 artists participating. (2725100), mca.edu/event/enoughme-too-exhibition/. Through Jan. 27, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Village Frame & Art

“20th Century Memphis Photographs,” exhibition of work

by Charlie Ivey and Virginia Schoenster, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

1930 POPLAR (272-5100).

Metal Museum

540 S. MENDENHALL (767-8882).

“Tributaries,” exhibition of new work by Tanya Crane. www.metalmuseum.org.

Through April 7.

DAN C E

Dorrance Dance

374 METAL MUSEUM DR. (774-6380).

Overton Park Gallery

Dorothy Northern and Jennifer Sargent, exhibition of works.

Ongoing.

1581 OVERTON PARK (229-2967).

Ross Gallery

along with the ever-evolving issues and concerns associated with raising a child and being a mother. www.cbu.edu/gallery. Fridays, 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays, 12-4 p.m., Sundays, 1-11 p.m., and Mondays-Thursdays, 7:45 a.m.-11 p.m. Through Feb. 14.

“Forge, Cast, Fabricate,” apprentices Elizabeth Belz, Kacy Ganley, and Cassi Rebman are featured along with the Museum’s staff artists Stephanie Bray, Kevin Burge, Eva Langsdon, Jim Masterson, Jeannie Tomlinson Saltmarsh, and James Vanderpool. www.cbu.edu/ gallery. Fridays, 7:45 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturdays, 12-4 p.m., Sundays, 1-11 p.m., and Mondays-Thursdays, 7:45 a.m.-11 p.m. Through Feb. 14.

“Labor,” exhibition of new work

by Katie Maish. “Labor” maps the journey from the first day she and her husband met their fertility doctor in 2013 to present day,

CHRISTIAN BROTHERS UNIVERSITY, PLOUGH LIBRARY, 650 E. PARKWAY S. (321-3000).

Slavehaven Underground Railroad Museum

“Images of Africa Before & After the Middle Passage,” exhibition of photography by Jeff and Shaakira Edison. Ongoing.

826 N. SECOND (527-3427).

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St. George’s Episcopal Church

Libby Anderson, exhibition of work by the former art teacher, employing an impressionistic style using large brush strokes and vibrant, disparate colors.

(754-7282), Mondays-Fridays, Sundays. Through Feb. 10.

2425 SOUTH GERMANTOWN (754-7282).

Sue Layman Designs

Ongoing Art, exhibition of oil-on-canvas paintings featuring brilliant colors and daring geometric shapes. (409-7870), suelaymandesigns.com. Ongoing.

125 G.E. PATTERSON (409-7870).

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SPINS

DJ Houston - 80s, 90s, hip-hop, R&B, rock, reggae & dancehall Time: 9pm - 12:30am Place: The Green Room at Crosstown Arts

Beginner Bone Jewelry-Making Class

Talbot Heirs

Debra Edge Art, ongoing.

99 S. SECOND (527-9772).

TOPS Gallery

“Version Version,” exhibition of work by Kevin Ford, paintings and drawings exploring the experience of perception. www.topsgallery.com. Through Jan. 26.

400 S. FRONT.

Tops Gallery: Madison Avenue Park

“Banner for the Lost Sea,” exhibition of work by Corinne Jones. www.topsgallery.com.

Through Jan. 26.

151 MADISON (340-0134).

Based in New York, awardwinning tap dance company Dorrance Dance was founded in 2011 by artistic director and 2015 MacArthur Fellow, Michelle Dorrance. The company’s work aims to honor the history of tap dance in a new, dynamic, and compelling context. Sat., Jan. 26, 8-10 p.m.

GERMANTOWN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, 1801 EXETER (751-7500), WWW.GPACWEB.COM/EVENTLIST/2019/DORRANCE-DANCE.

Girls Night Out the Show An exciting Magic Mike dance party, featuring ripped men with man-tastic dance moves. $19.95.

Fri., Jan. 25, 8-11 p.m.

THE ESPLANADE, 901 CORDOVA STATION (753-3333), WWW.GIRLSNIGHTOUTTHESHOW.COM.

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C A L E N DA R: JA N UA RY 2 4 - 3 0 Lesson Plans to Late Night: the Comedy of Lucas Bohn at Buckman Arts Center, Sunday, January 27th, at 7 p.m.

Crosstown Brewing Co.

Crosstown Comedy, stand-up comedy from local, regional, and national artists. Free and open to the pubic. This is an uncensored comedy show geared toward an adult audience. (529-7611), Fri., Jan. 25, 8-9:30 p.m.

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Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s School

Two Rivers Bookstore

Other People’s Poems, come and recite someone else’s poem, with no snobbishness allowed. Two Rivers Bookstore will remain open during this event for all your book shopping needs. Wed., Jan. 30, 7-9 p.m.

Lesson Plans to Late Night: Comedy of Lucas Bohn, energetic with an edge, Bohn’s one-man comedy recounts his transition from elementary school teacher to national touring comedian. www.buckmanartscenter.com. $28. Sun., Jan. 27, 7 p.m.

2171 YOUNG (630-8088).

60 N. PERKINS EXT. (537-1483).

B O O KS I G N I N G S

Booksigning by Shirley Raines

FIGHTS AT FITZ SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 | 7:30pm

Author and former president of the University of Memphis discusses and signs her book, An Uncommon Journey. Sat., Jan. 26, 2 p.m.

NOVEL, 387 PERKINS EXT. (922-5526), WWW.NOVELMEMPHIS.COM.

Booksigning by Victoria Traylor

Author discusses and signs her new collection, Resurrected by the River: Poems. Thurs., Jan. 24, 6 p.m.

NOVEL, 387 PERKINS EXT. (922-5526), WWW.NOVELMEMPHIS.COM.

LECT U R E /S P EA K E R

Dog as a Second Language: Dog Body Language 101

Tickets start at $30

Purchase tickets at Fitz or call at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com

$189 Hotel Package

• Deluxe Room • 2 Reserved Seats Call 1-662-363-LUCK (5825) and mention code: CPFAF

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The seminar will feature presentations from dog behavior professionals on the importance of reading dog body language and how to interpret a dog’s visual cues. Tues., Jan. 29, 6:30 p.m.

BENJAMIN L. HOOKS CENTRAL LIBRARY, 3030 POPLAR (415-2700), WWW.PAWSCOMPANION.COM.

Living Room Reset with Kirk Cameron

Kirk Cameron brings the Cameron living room to churches across the country, with a heartfelt conversation about what matters most to us as husbands, wives, and parents. $20 - $50. Sat., Jan. 26, 6-10 p.m.

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH OF BARTLETT, 3755 N. GERMANTOWN (714-545-8900).

Springfield Music Lecture Series: Dr. Richard Taruskin

Musicologist, author, and critic Dr. Richard Taruskin, author of The Oxford History of Western Music, speaks. Wed., Jan. 30, 6 p.m.

CLOUGH-HANSON GALLERY, RHODES COLLEGE, 2000 N. PARKWAY (843-3000).

TO U R S

Bite-Sized Tours

Order lunch from Park & Cherry, and then Dixon staff members and docents will lead a quick tour of their favorite works of art or plants in the garden. Your lunch will be waiting for you after tour.

Thurs., 11:45 a.m.

January 24-30, 2019

THE DIXON GALLERY & GARDENS, 4339 PARK (761-5250), WWW.DIXON.ORG.

Gilded Twilight Tours

After-hours tour transports guests to the gilded age of 19th-century Memphis. Tour space is limited. $25. Fri., Jan. 25, 7-9 p.m.

WOODRUFF-FONTAINE HOUSE, 680 ADAMS (526-1469), WWW.WOODRUFF-FONTAINE.ORG/EVENTS/.

Old Forest Hike

Walking tour of the region’s only urban old-growth forest. Last Sunday of every month, 10 a.m.

OVERTON PARK, OFF POPLAR (276-1387).

Orpheum Public Tour

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Must be 21 and a Key Rewards member. See Cashier•Players Club for rules. While supplies last. Tax and resort fee not included in listed price. Advance hotel reservations required and subject to availability. Credit or debit card deposit is required upon hotel check-in. Arrivals after 6pm must be guaranteed with a credit card. Management reserves the right to cancel, change and modify the event or promotion. Gaming restricted patrons prohibited. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700.

An in-depth and behind the scenes view of the historic theater. An updated schedule will always be available at orpheum-memphis.com/tours. All proceeds benefit the Orpheum Theatre Group’s nonprofit mission. $10. Last Monday of every month, 10 a.m. & noon Through Jan. 28.

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Art at ECS Art Sale

Featuring over 25 local and regional artists, with pieces by featured artists. Sat., Jan. 26, 7-9 p.m.

EVANGELICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, 7600 MACON (754-7217), WWW.ECSEAGLES.COM/ART-SALE.

Le Bonheur Club Lanes A portion of all food and drink sales (alcoholic beverages included) will be donated to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. Door prizes, photo booth, and more. $100-$125.

Sun., Jan. 27, 1-4 p.m.

Chocolate Fantasy

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Fights at the Fitz

At this boxing match, your pulse won’t be the only thing pounding.

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Association for Women Attorneys Annual Banquet

Volunteer community service organization for Memphis women. Monthly guest speaker, service project, and other activities. Projects include domestic violence, advocates for children, arts, and more. Free. Fourth Thursday of every month, 6:30-8 p.m.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER, 3475 CENTRAL, WWW.GFWC.ORG.

Memphis 3.0 Final Presentation

This presentation will be the finale to the Memphis 3.0 process before the plan is officially adopted by the City Council.

The presentation will review the growth and development strategy that the plan supports, along with implementation priorities. Free. Thurs., Jan. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

HICKORY HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 3910 RIDGEWAY (636-7199).

Two Rivers Book Club

A discussion of Trail of Lightning by Rebecca Roanhorse.

Thurs., Jan. 24, 6-7 p.m.

TWO RIVERS BOOK STORE, 2171 YOUNG (630-8088).

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Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.

The talented middle schoolers of St. George’s perform this exciting and educational musical. Filled with catchy, easy-to-learn songs, the one-time Saturday morning cartoon has been turned into an unforgettable show. Adults $10; kids $5. Jan. 24-26, 7 p.m., and Sun., Jan. 27, 6 p.m.

ST. GEORGE’S INDEPENDENT SCHOOL, 8250 POPLAR AVENUE (261-2300).

Youth Classical Arts Concert

Featuring Ballet on Wheels’ three youth dance companies, the Cordova High School Ensemble, and the Prizm Ensemble. Free. Sat., Jan. 26, 7-8:30 p.m.

BUCKMAN ARTS CENTER AT ST. MARY’S SCHOOL, 60 N. PERKINS EXT. (870-4348), WWW.SHOWCLIX. COM/EVENT/YOUTHCLASSICALCONCERT19.

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The event begins with a cocktail reception featuring live entertainment from David Pool and Jimmy Smith of the Risky Whiskey Boys, as well as a wine pull. Seated dinner and program begins at 7 p.m. $60-$70. Tues., Jan. 29, 6 p.m.

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Memphis Trivia Night

A free, fun-filled evening of competition and camaraderie for native Memphians and city newcomers alike. Trivia is hosted by Cerrito Trivia and covers topics like Memphis history, culture, and current events. Food and drinks will be provided. Free. Thurs., Jan. 24, 6-8 p.m.

REC ROOM, 3000 BROAD (527-4625).

Memphis Women’s March Legislative and Action Rally

This event features speakers on statewide and local issues focusing on health care, common sense gun control, and immigration. Speakers will outline ways for local activists to continue to make a difference. Organizations will be available for networking and connecting. Sat., Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-noon.

CLAYBORN TEMPLE, 294 HERNANDO, WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ MEMPHISWOMENSMARCH/.

The Mesmerist

The 19th century was full of magic and magicians, and time traveler Jeffrey Day will perform rarely seen magic from the golden age of magic in the Victorian ballroom. $30. Sat., Jan. 26, 7-8:30 p.m.

WOODRUFF-FONTAINE HOUSE, 680 ADAMS (262-4612).

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Valentine’s Day Cards

In exchange for a contribution, the Botanic Garden will send a Valentine’s card to someone. To order, call (901) 636-4100. or visit memphisbotanicgarden.com/valentines. Through Feb. 8.

MEMPHIS BOTANIC GARDEN, 750 CHERRY (636-4100), WWW. MEMPHISBOTANICGARDEN.COM/ VALENTINES.

Fund-raiser for the National Kidney Foundation West Tennessee. Tickets can be purchased at Dinstuhl’s or Nothing Bundt Cakes. $20.

Sat., Jan. 26.

An Evening of Scotch Whisky Tasting

The third in a series of Scotch whisky tastings will explore Scotland by tasting a thoughtfully procured selection of whiskys, and discussing their distinct flavors and unique tastes. $45. Thurs., Jan. 24, 7-10 p.m.

CELTIC CROSSING, 903 S. COOPER (274-5151).

Friday Night Wine Tasting Fridays, 5-8 p.m.

PYRAMID WINE & SPIRITS, 120 AUCTION (578-2773).

Sunday Supper Series

Includes new cocktails, new bar menu, and a family style, dinner. Raw bar and a list of cocktails, beer, and wine priced $10 or under will also be available. Call or visit website for reservations. $40.

Sundays, 3-9 p.m.

GRAY CANARY, 301 FRONT, WWW.THEGRAYCANARY.COM.

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January Giant Screen Film Festival

Movies for the festival include Wild Africa 3D, National Parks Adventure 3D, Tiny Giants 3D, Flight of the Butterflies 3D, and Prehistoric Planet: Walking with Dinosaurs 3D. Movie schedules and show times are available at www.memphismuseums. org. Through Jan. 31.

CTI 3D GIANT THEATER, IN THE MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362).

Out of Bounds Red Carpet Screening

Travis Elliott is a high school senior and star basketball player from Memphis, Tennessee. With graduation approaching, Travis has dreams of playing college ball and making it to the pros.

Unfortunately, circumstances reroute his plans, and now he’s no longer chasing a dream ... he’s running from a harsh reality. $10. Thurs., Jan. 24, 6-9 p.m.

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Tiny Giants 3D

The Tiny Giants from Lichterman live animal shows will be held at the Pink Palace Museum 12:30 p.m. each Saturday from November 17th through January 26th.

Through Jan. 26.

CTI 3D GIANT THEATER, IN THE MEMPHIS PINK PALACE MUSEUM, 3050 CENTRAL (636-2362).

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hat’s the difference between a young adult novel and a novel for adults?

The sophistication of the language? Subject matter? Age of the protagonist? All of these dissimilarities can be shot down with examples. The Wind in the Willows has language as rich as a Nabokov novel. Clockwork Orange has a young protagonist, and today’s YA fiction is often about formerly taboo subjects. I ask this question because Australian writer Stephen Giles is the author of a series of young adult novels and, according to his publisher, this is his first novel for adults. While reading it, I kept wondering how it was unlike young adult fiction.

I was perplexed, so I did what any inquisitive man would do faced with such a vexing poser. I asked on Facebook.

And most people said this: A young protagonist is the 9:59 main AM difference. Yes, the titular protagonist of The Boy at the Keyhole is obviously a young person, and the entire story is about him wrestling with the absence of his mother and whether or not his keeper, Ruth, is evil or good. One person also mentioned a simpler structure, fewer subplots. This succinctly addresses what I was asking.

And still another answer that is germane: one person said “marketing.”

By any standard that I can bring to bear, this is still a young adult novel, regardless of what the publisher says. I don’t mean this in any way pejoratively. But it makes a difference in how one reads the book and, for my purposes, how one considers it for review. Comparisons on the cover to Daphne du Maurier and Shirley Jackson seem inapt.

The story is pretty straightforward and is practically a two-person play. Young Samuel Clay is left in the care of prickly stickler, Ruth, housekeeper and babysitter, who has let the rest of the staff go.

Samuel’s father is dead, and his mother is in America trying to find a way to make her fortune (what she’s doing is rather

vague). She sends Samuel postcards with brief notes, which do nothing to convince Samuel that she will be home soon. After some irresponsible taunting from his best friend, Joseph, Samuel begins to suspect that Ruth has done something terrible, perhaps even killed his mother so she could take over the house and the care of the recalcitrant only son. Samuel tells Joseph, “She’s a dragon, that one.” Joseph asks him if he’s checked the cellar.

As Samuel piles up his “proof,” he begins an emotional tug-of-war with Ruth.

This battle of wills makes up the meat of the plot. There are tense, late-night creepings by both characters. Samuel thinks the postcards are forged. He also thinks Ruth might be trying to do away with him. In a piece of chocolate cake Ruth makes for him, Samuel chokes on a piece of broken glass. Ruth convinces him he does not need a doctor. As the boy’s investigations lead to more damning proof, the reader is left with two options: Either Ruth really is a murderous, duplicitous fiend, or Samuel is deluded in a childish and naïve way. The narrative is predominantly concerned with Samuel — he’s in every scene — so one is tempted to side with the lonesome lad and to believe his half-baked case against the overly authoritarian Ruth.

“You tried to kill me,” he says. “You wanted me to choke on that glass.”

Ruth answers: “It’s been a trying night, and I think we’re both ready for bed.”

Giles writes: “Samuel thought of his mother, murdered at Ruth’s hand, and he wanted the hate to glisten in his eyes.”

One can imagine this as a film, and it would make an especially fine thriller in the right hands, say a modern Hitchcock.

The ending is certainly Hitchcockian — I’m pretty sure you won’t see it coming — and is a marvelous reward for the subtle, measured unfolding of the tale. The Boy at the Keyhole is a fast read, and I predict it will be a popular book, the kind of thing book clubs gobble up. It should also please fans of young adult thriller writers like John Bellairs, Ransom Riggs, Lois Duncan, and Enid Blyton.

FOOD NEWS By Susan Ellis

At the Plate

Now open: Inspire Cafe in Binghampton. places that only served for the betterment of the community.

The space is on the smallish side — cozy and homey with tables made by the staff. The look they were going for was something warm and welcoming but vibrant. “I want people to feel at home here,” says Fox-Trautman.

Whitley says that he and Fox-Trautman use the word inspire all the time, so it made sense as a name for the cafe. “We want to inspire people to have a good day and a good life,” he says.

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Touch’s family runs Howard’s Donuts on Summer, but Touch says that Midtown Donuts will offer more than Howard’s Donuts.

Touch says that Midtown Donuts will offer the same donut menu as Howard’s Donuts, but also offer breakfast sandwiches and salads and sandwiches for lunch.

There will be iced coffee drinks as well.

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long one wall at Inspire Cafe, newly open in the Binghampton neighborhood, is the cafe’s menu. It is massive, covering nearly the entirety of the wall.

There are coffee and tea drinks, smoothies and ice cream. Breakfast, which is served all day, includes pancakes, egg scrambles, and puddings made with chia seed. For lunch and dinner, there are salads, chilis, quesadillas, nachos, and quinoa bowls. And because Inspire Cafe closes a little early, at 6 p.m., to allow their staff to go home to their families, they also offer Value Family Meals to Go, which feed four. Among the meals are Costa Rican black beans and roasted sweet potatoes over rice or quinoa with a salad and chipotle three-bean and beef chili served with corn chips and cheese, along with a salad. These meals run from $30 to $35.

The food leans toward healthy but is otherwise hard to pin down. When pressed, Inspire Cafe’s co-founder and chef Terrence Whitley says, “It’s something for everyone.”

Emphasis on the everyone, for Inspire Cafe is a community space and was designed as such. Some of the restaurant’s produce comes from the Carpenter Art Garden’s community gardens. Likewise, all the works of art on the walls are by the Carpenter Art Garden’s kids. Bread is from La Baguette. The vegan cookies are from Araba’s, ice cream from Sweet Magnolia. The staff is paid a living wage and participate in profit-sharing. Ten percent of the cafe’s net profit will be donated to a local nonprofit committed to racial and economic justice.

Owner and co-founder Kristin FoxTrautman has a background in nonprofit work. She says it was a passion for the city that drove her to create Inspire Cafe and to nurture her coworkers.

“People have worth,” she says of the fair wage. “They shouldn’t have to struggle to make ends meet.”

The restaurant has been pretty much packed since they opened a few weeks ago. But Fox-Trautman and Whitley say they were prepared for the rush. The pair ran a food truck for a year before opening the restaurant. The space is at Sam Cooper and Tillman in the Binghampton Gateway Shopping Center. Fox-Trautman’s husband had opened a Jujitsu studio in one of the center’s spaces and alerted his wife, it may be a good fit for a cafe. Fox-Trautman was encouraged by Binghampton Development Corporation’s commitment to

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S P I R ITS By Andria Lisle

Do Bitter

with a Coca-Cola mixer. The liqueur is catching on in Germany, where the preferred drinking method is Fernet-Branca and Red Bull. On this continent, it’s most frequently consumed as a bracing shot. It’s also turning up as an ingredient in many craft cocktail recipes.

I was intrigued by a cocktail I found online called the Hanky Panky. The drink first appeared in 1925, making its debut at the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel in London. Today, it’s making a comeback — likely due to its simplicity and its complexity. The Hanky Panky only has three ingredients: 1 ½ ounces of gin (I used Beefeater’s), 1 ½ ounces of sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes of Fernet-Branca.

You simply stir the liquids with ice in a mixing glass or cocktail shaker, then strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

Garnish the glass with a twist of orange peel if you like, and sip.

I also sampled what Argentines refer to as “ferne con coca” or “Fernecola” — an ice-packed glass with a few fingers of FernetBranca topped with sugary Mexican Coke. While the sweetness of the cola hardly subdues the bitterness of the liqueur, the bubbles make the drink particularly intoxicating.

During WWII, a FernetBranca distillery opened in Buenos Aires — today, it and Milan remain the only places in the world where the liqueur is made.

The International Wine and Spirits Record, which monitors the world’s beverage alcohol market, recently declared that Argentina consumes threefourths of the world’s Fernet-Branca.

But be warned, Fernet-Branca is not for everyone’s tastes. I recommend taking the liqueur for a test-spin before committing to a full bottle. Ask your favorite bartender to pour you a shot or order a Fernet-Branca-based cocktail if you see one on the menu. At Hog & Hominy in East Memphis, there’s a delicious drink called The Grifter (yes, it’s an homage to the Memphis indie-rock band) that pairs Fernet-Branca with Four Roses bourbon.

The cocktail is a bit fussier than something I’d whip up at home, but, that said, the final result is so delicious that it warranted a full-page review in Conde Nast Traveler.

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ast week, a coworker flabbergasted me with a thank-you gift for doing something that I considered a routine part of my job.

It was a truly unexpected, generous gesture — and what she gave me was a surprise, too. At first glance, I sized up the tall, sparkly gift bag and assumed it contained a bottle of wine, always a welcome present. When I opened it, however, I found a large bottle filled with a coffee-colored liqueur that, when I unscrewed the cap, smelled leathery, minty, and herbaceous all at once. And that’s how I came to fall in love with Fernet-Branca.

The aroma that emanated from the bottle reminded me of both root beer and iced tea — if the drinks were filtered through my grandfather’s aftershave.

Its taste, which I waited to get home to discover, was astringent and almost uncomfortably bitter. It reminded me of some dark spoonful of medicine served by my childhood physician, and I screwed up my face as I swallowed.

Then I poured a second glass of the amaro liqueur, which, according to most bartenders, is best served neat. I tried to discern the flavor profile, but with 40 herbs, roots and spices on the ingredient list, it’s complicated.

Unlike most apertifs and digestifs, FernetBranca is very low in sugar. It’s also one of the only amari liqueurs to be aged for a full year in oak barrels, a process that adds intensity and complexities to the final result. Distilled in Milan, Italy, since 1845, its ingredients include the familiar and the exotic: chamomile, peppermint, saffron, myrrh, Chinese rhubarb, aloe ferox, angelica, colombo root, cinchona bark, and orris root are just a sampling of the herbs that go into the mix using both hot and cold infusion processes. The actual recipe is known by only one man, Niccolo Branca, the great-great-grandson of Bernardino Branca, who invented the liqueur and originally promoted it for its health benefits, including flatulence, overeating, gas pains, and hangovers.

Today, Fernet-Branca remains popular in Italy, and in Argentina, where it’s drunk

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FILM REVIEW By Ben Siler

Gratification Delayed Indefinitely M. Night Shyamalan’s Glass is broken.

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ow much of human life is lost in waiting?” is a line by Emerson quoted in one of the worst movies of all time, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.

I could not help but think of it while watching M. Night Shyamalan’s Glass, the capper to a trilogy that took 20 years to make. It started with 2000’s Unbreakable, a drama whose ending twist explained that it was really the prologue to the adventures of a superhero, David Dunn (Bruce Willis), and a mad genius, Mr. Glass (Samuel L. Jackson). 2017’s Split was about James McAvoy’s dissociative identity disorder-suffering villain, The Beast, with an ending twist that this took place in the same universe as the previous film, with the director resurrecting earlier characters. Glass is here to let these superbeings finally be unbound, which it tries to accomplish by stranding them in an insane asylum and locking them in cells for most of the film.

Shyamalan was hailed as a wunderkind after The Sixth Sense. He quickly fell into self-parody: His twists strayed to left field, his quirky dialogue turned odd. I prefer his films when they got weird. The Village has so much craft and prestige wrapping its silly, trashy plot. The Happening had

none, and I love it the most: the cast speaking entirely in non sequiturs about a world taken over by angry plants, who in the end are defeated by love. Pure, glorious schlock.

Like Spielberg, Shyamalan is good at dramatizing neurotic childhood fears of loneliness and abandonment, but when the emotion becomes positive, it gets manipulative. Orchestral music tells you to feel happy, but you might feel alienated instead.

Shyamalan is great at showy long takes. He loves to hold on a medium or close-up reaction shot well past the point most movies cut. It’s both economical and unnerving.

I watched all of his unclassifiable trilogy in one day, like a child forced to smoke a pack of cigarettes in order to hate them. Unbreakable is a dour retread of The Sixth Sense, enlivened by Jackson in a purple jacket and shock hair dramatizing the nightmare of brittle bone disease.

Split is buoyed by McAvoy.

Unfortunately, Glass is horrible, but it’s as odd and idiosyncratic as his other films. Psychiatrist Dr. Ellie Staple (Sarah Paulson) captures Dunn and The Beast and moves them into an asylum with Glass. She tries to convince them that their superheroic abilities are just delusions.

Samuel L. Jackson (above) plays the brittle-boned Mr. Glass in the unnecessary sequel to Split.

When Dunn believes her, he does so because the story needs to sideline him, and the seams of threadbare writing start to show. Most of the budget may have gone to the salaries of the three headliners, and their schedules might not have connected, as they rarely share the same screen.

For half the runtime, Jackson is in a comatose state, staring emptily from a wheelchair, and when he wakes he says meta lines that might have been fresh 20 years ago, when Unbreakable opened with text explaining what comic books are.

Memphis filmmaker Chad Allen Barton has pointed

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scious wrongheaded choice that is bugfuck in its disconnection from viewers’ enthusiasm, yet lovely for its wrongness. Marvel is sleek and sometimes great, but when it doesn’t fire on all cylinders, it smothers you like a committee-made sitcom. Glass is terrible but at least feels personal.

The finale doesn’t work as storytelling, but it might make sense as an accidental middle finger to the idea that superheroes are inherently inspirational, when the reason for their omnipresence is monetary, as with westerns and Roman movies before them. Remove the money, and you lose the faith.

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out that Shyamalan is a religious storyteller. He often shows characters needing to believe in themselves, their family, and the afterlife. This is usually expressed in a spiritual way and affirmed with an inspirational twist. This faith serves an additional role of keeping expensive special effects to a minimum.

In what other superhero movie would the final fight between good and evil (in a parking lot) cut away at first punch to the viewpoint of nameless extras looking at a van? Or be preceded by Jackson pointing at a skyscraper where the fight would have occurred had the film had more money?

Shyamalan is interested in not just twists, but delayed gratification.

In the theater on opening weekend, you could feel the excitement slowly go out of the audience. The final twist here is a con-

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The southern border

When the orange terror — I mean President Donald Trump — said he was going to build a wall at the southern border, I thought it was a joke. It’s expensive, it’s anti-immigrant, and seems regressively un-American. Not only was it not a joke, but, as of press time, the orange terror is seemingly willing to allow the federal government to be partially shut down indefinitely, halting federal services, hurting people’s pocketbooks, and causing a slew of other disruptions, in order to force the issue of the border wall.

People’s livelihoods are being played with, like this is one big game of Monopoly, all for what the president calls the “crisis” at the southern border.

Merriam-Webster defines a crisis as a “situation that has reached a critical phase” or an “unstable or crucial time or state of affairs in which a decisive change is impending, especially one with the distinct possibility of a highly undesirable outcome.”

There is no crisis at the border. There are crises, however, in our schools, in the health-care system, in the criminal justice system, and elsewhere in this country. And the billions of dollars Trump wants to spend on border security could make a huge dent in those areas. But, that’s a discussion for another day.

The most current crisis is the 800,000 federal employees who are not getting paid. Why should they be punished? Let’s talk about the rent they won’t be able to pay, or the car note, or the groceries they won’t be able to afford for their families. What about the mothers and babies who could stop getting WIC benefits and therefore not have the things they need to survive, the kids whose school lunches will stop being provided, or the immigrants whose court dates have been rescheduled for a time in the unforeseeable future?

The FDA isn’t regulating or inspecting food and drugs, FBI agents are working without pay, food stamps will stop being dispersed at the end of February, national parks are turning into waste zones, and airports are closing entire terminals due to a limited number of TSA agents. And this isn’t even an exhaustive list of all the other chaos the shutdown has caused.

This is the real crisis, which could have, and should have been, avoided.

Trump’s behavior mirrors that of a prepubescent child who throws tantrums when they don’t get their way. That’s all this government shutdown is: one big temper tantrum. When you are a 12-year-old girl, it’s fine and even expected. But, when you’re the leader of the free world and are responsible for the well-being of an entire nation, you need to do better.

Trump seems to have no regard for the millions of people his hissy fit is affecting. That’s a slap in the face to the people who chose jobs, in some cases for an unglamourous amount of pay, who serve the country — and those of us who depend on their service. You can’t just shut down the government of the world’s most prominent country because you didn’t get what you wanted.

The United States looks like such a joke to other countries around the world right now. I mean, I lost some faith in our country the day it elected the orange terror. But now? Trump’s warranted a whole new level of disrespect.

Though it’s unlikely Trump will ever be able to redeem himself from the absolute joke of a president he’s become, he still has the time and opportunity to offset some of the havoc he’s wreaked. If he does, maybe some day the history books can at least say one nice thing about him.

If he backs down now, it would show the world that he has at least an ounce of sense and reasonableness — not much, but some. But, I doubt that’s coming. He’s still talking about declaring an emergency to build the wall. He’s going to have a real emergency on his hands if this continues. What happens when TSA agents can’t survive working like unpaid worker bees anymore? Or when FBI agents decide to stop working for free?

And would a wall even solve the immigration “crisis?” Not unless it’s coupled with updated, strong, fair legislation. A wall won’t fix this country’s problematic immigration system. Good leadership will.

At the end of the day, the United States is a country of immigrants built by immigrants. Those who came here 200 years ago to seek a better life have little room to criticize those who are coming in 2019 for the same reason.

The government shutdown is just another reminder that we are all living in a wonky Twilight Zone, a nightmare episode that, hopefully, we’ll soon wake up from.

Maya Smith is a Flyer staff writer.

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