At work when folks ask you what you did over the weekend, does it usually have something to do with TV? Go ahead. Admit it. You are slightly addicted. (Me too.) But how many times are you going to re-watch “Sleepless in Seattle” or “Gladiator?”  How long has it been since you left the recliner behind to experience some good live theater? Playhouse... [Read more...]

One thing that I always try to do, especially during the winter months, is to make some type of donation to the homeless shelters around the city. While you're being thankful for what you have, give a little consideration who aren't as lucky as you. The McFarland Community Center in Memphis is striving to make those who are less fortunate than orders have... [Read more...]

Hey Country Squire Residents! Are you ready to light up your December nights? Though at times, it can be too cold for you to even TRY to venture outside, but this event is definitely worth it. It's a Lights Festival at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art! The Lights Festival has a lot of activities for the whole family to enjoy! There will be hands-on art... [Read more...]

It's happened to me multiple times; I buy a handbag that I fell in love with and after a time, it's collecting dust in my closet. I now have a little corner dedicated to old bags and purses in my closet. I never put any thought into doing anything with them as I couldn't throw them away; I paid good money for them! So what do you do when you're in these kind... [Read more...]

Do you love to drive around and look at holiday lights in the winter/holiday months? I know I do! Starry Nights Light Show at Shelby Farms makes this event so easy for you; they put all the lights in one central location! Where else can you see 1.5 million environmentally friendly LED lights? Visitors will enjoy their favorite displays along with some... [Read more...]

Hey Country Squire Apartments! There sure have been a lot of races and marathons popping up around the city lately. That's actually a good thing, seeing as the holidays are right around the corner, and a lot of eating will be done. You need some exercise to counter act all of those calories! So if you're a runner, or enjoy running with friends, then you may... [Read more...]

Looking for some unique gifts for the holidays? Look no further than the Memphis Potters' Guild 30th annual Holiday Show and Sale at the Memphis Botanic Gardens! They have some great gift ideas for those friends/family members that have eclectic tastes and love to decorate their homes! The Memphis Potters’ Guild Annual Holiday Show & Sale features... [Read more...]

As you all know, Daylight Savings Time was this past Sunday, giving us what seems to be an "extra hour of sleep" in the mornings. For some, it can be hard to get your body adjusted to the time change. It feels like you've gotten a case of jet lag without going anywhere! So how can you help the adjustment to the time change and get back on track? These tips may... [Read more...]

Are you a comic book/fantasy genre lover? Well, then I know you've donned your comic book character and movie best and are ready for the 2010 Memphis Comic and Fantasy Convention that starts today, November 5th. The exhibit lasts today from 1 pm to 11:30 pm and on Saturday, November 6th from 10 am to 11:30 pm. So you have plenty of time to do what you... [Read more...]

We all know the story about a confused girl in a blue checkered dress with a little dog who lands a house on a woman and proceeds through a magical land. Who wants to revisit a story we already know? Get into the prequel, Wicked, the hit Broadway Production that Entertainment Weekly calls "the best musical of the decade." It goes like this: Two girls meet and... [Read more...]

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