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Memphis Water:the champagne of waters

By Jen

My favorite estate sale find of the day. No idea how old it is, but I couldn’t resist.

“A genuine, pure, artesian water, renowned for its excellent clarity and taste, from the deep wells of the Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division, Memphis, Tennessee, U.S.A.”

Seems like this may have been a promotional item. Anyone know the origin?

Oak Court Death Watch: Aveda edition

By Jen

I’d heard rumors the Aveda store in Oak Court Mall was closing. Today I got confirmation, via email.

June 27 – next Wednesday – will be the last day.

The quality and variety of retailers at Oak Court just keep deteriorating. How much longer will the mall’s anchors (Macy’s and Dillard’s) stick around?

Mad Man season five: a GIF retrospective

By Jen

Last night’s Mad Men season finale drew mixed reactions. Many viewers, expecting a cliffhanger like in previous seasons, were left wanting more. One thing I think we all can agree on, though, is that season five gave us ample animated GIF fodder.

I’ve rounded up 25 of the best GIFs from Season 5. Of course I’ve got a few of Pete Campbell getting punched, Roger and Lane mocking Megan’s Zou Bisou dance, “Fat Betty” doing what she loves most, Joan’s “SURPRISE! THERE’S AN AIRPLANE HERE TO SEE YOU!,” the return of Paul Kinsey, Roger on acid, Megan wolfing down sherbet, and a few others. Enjoy, and if you have any you think I’ve missed, feel free to post in comments.

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The Hi-Tone stage before YACHT Wednesday night

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Movie Houses of Memphis

By Jen

This looks like a chance to learn some cool Memphis history:

Memphis Heritage presents an encore presentation of Vincent Astor’s ”Memphis at the Movies” lecture Wednesday June 20 at 6:30 pm at Memphis Heritage’s Howard Hall .

In the 70s, Astor researched the history of Memphis’ movie houses and amassed a small collection of artifacts, some of which are on display at Howard Hall through the 20th.

Reservations are required and space is limited. A donation of $15 is requested. Click this link or call 901.272.2727 to register.

Here’s more information from Memphis Heritage.