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Camy’s Food Delivery and Playhouse on the Square support the CYCA

Camy’s Food Delivery and Playhouse on the Square support the CYCA

By Staff on July 30, 2011

By Renée Massey In the heat of a Memphis August, many of us bristle at the thought of turning on the stove or oven to prepare dinner. The good news for Cooper-Young Community Association members is that several of our membership sponsors are available to do the work for you. If you’re not sure what [...]

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Abstract compositions fill Gallery Fifty Six in July

Abstract compositions fill Gallery Fifty Six in July

By Staff on July 2, 2011

By Richard Kendrickson Bryan Blankenship’s new exhibit Metes & Bounds at Gallery Fifty Six is comprised of a selection of wall constructions inspired by the artists’ fascination with aerial imagery of diverse natural and manmade landmasses. These works are the result of taking common, often seen aerial images of rural and urban landscapes and making [...]

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Where creativity and madness meet

Where creativity and madness meet

By Staff on July 2, 2011

By Kimberly Richardson Emile Zola’s powerful novel The Masterpiece is one that strikes me to my very core. As an award winning author and editor, I strive to deliver the best manuscripts to my publishers and will accept any form of criticism necessary to ensure sellable work. Yet, I refuse to allow my creative gift [...]

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First Congo benefit for Tuscaloosa tornado victims

By Staff on June 15, 2011

By Bard Cole On Thursday, June 23, 7pm at First Congregational Church (1000 S. Cooper) writers from the University of Alabama’s Creative Writing program will be holding a fundraising event called “Tuscaloosa Ink: Alabama Writers in Memphis.” Proceeds from this event will go to the University of Alabama’s Acts of Kindness fund to assist students, [...]

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Public demand adds to Theatre Memphis performances

Public demand adds to Theatre Memphis performances

By Staff on June 15, 2011

By Randall Hartzog Theatre Memphis announces that the popularity of the Gershwin-inspired Crazy for You currently running on the Lohrey Stage has led to adding a performance at 7:30pm on Wednesday, June 22. According to Theatre Memphis Executive Producer Debbie Litch, “The regular run of the show has limited available seating remaining so an additional [...]

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Still time to view Parallel Lives at the CYCA

Still time to view Parallel Lives at the CYCA

By Staff on June 4, 2011

By Kristan Huntley If you missed out on the opportunity to see Parallel Lives in May, don’t fret! There are still many chances to see the works of Paula Kovarik and Jean Holmgren on display at the CYCA office (2298 Young) before June 11. Art Exhibition/CYCA office hours until June 11 will be: Monday, Wednesday, [...]

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Wood and ceramic works on display at Gallery Fifty Six

Wood and ceramic works on display at Gallery Fifty Six

By Emily on June 4, 2011

By Richard Kendrickson University of Memphis ceramics professor Niles Wallace will have a one-man exhibition of his work Sticks and Stones (one thing follows another) at Gallery Fifty Six (2256 Central) during the month of June. An artist’s reception will be held on Friday, June 3 at the gallery from 5-8pm. The exhibition dates are [...]

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Gospel CD release party at Playhouse on the Square

Gospel CD release party at Playhouse on the Square

By Staff on June 3, 2011

By Sonji Wright Savage My new CD will be released on June 18 at Playhouse on the Square (51 S.Cooper Street). A release party will be held that day from 3-7pm and is free and open to the public. This event is for everyone who loves great Gospel music. During the release party, I will [...]

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Junebugs and Juleps – a southern celebration through art, music, and food

By Staff on June 3, 2011

By A.J. Northrop On Saturday, June 11, from 7-11pm at the Woodruff-Fontaine House Museum (680 Adams Ave.) there will be an evening garden party filled with Southern inspired food and drink, entertainment, and fine art. The event is sponsored by Mahaffey Tent and Party Rentals and the food is by Wade & Co., 3D, and [...]

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Mary Cour Burrows, "Herd Dynamics", encaustic on panel

“Fresh Horses” Opening Reception at David Perry Smith Gallery

By Kristan on May 31, 2011

Press Release from David Perry Smith Gallery Press Release: What: Opening Reception, “Fresh Horses” Paintings by local artists Mary Cour Burrows and Mary Reed.  Sculpture by local sculptor Holly Fisher.  All 3 artists will be in attendance at the opening reception. Where: David Perry Smith Gallery 703 New York Memphis, TN  38104 901-606-9690 When: Friday, [...]

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