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Fellow Downtowners,
It's the 4th of July weekend and downtown will be buzzing with events! One of the most exciting is the Riverfront Fireworks Spectacular
Monday evening. The event is scheduled to start at
6pm with performances from the band Fifth Kind, while the actual time for fireworks is
9:15pm. I look forward to seeing you all there!
Also earlier this month we learned that there will soon be an additional 1,200 people joining our downtown family! ServiceMaster will be relocating their headquarters to Peabody Place early next year, transforming the most recognizable vacant building downtown into a state-of-the-art facility. This was certainly great news for our community as additional development continues to keep our downtown vibrant and the heart of our city. We are looking forward to adding ServiceMaster and their employees to our DNA family soon!
I hope you have a Happy 4th and remember to invite your neighbors to our next DNA meeting on
July 26th
at Spindini at
6pm
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Mickell Lowery
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KEEPING IT MAJESTIC
An interview with Deni and Patrick Reilly, owners of The Majestic Grille, celebrating 10 years in business Downtown
Main Street's The Majestic Grille recently celebrated its 10th anniversary of operation with a red-carpet bash that included family and friends from around the world and around the corner. And while 10 years of successful operation anywhere is certainly something to celebrate, for the restaurant's owners, Deni and Patrick Reilly, the evening was also an opportunity to commemorate a decade of consistency and attention to detail, of fun and friendships, and of Memphis community camaraderie - all of which comes under the mantra of "Keeping It Majestic."
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MATA GIVES TROLLEYS A MAKEOVER
President Ron Garrison speaks to South Main
It's been just over two years since the steel-wheeled trolleys stopped running down Main Street. Talk to local business owners in the area and they will tell you that things haven't been the same since. Recently, the South Main Association invited Ron Garrison, President of MATA, to speak to downtowners about progress with the trolleys. According to Garrison, 11 trolleys are in the works, and the first two that will serve Main Street are 95% complete.
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Terence Patterson is our June speaker
This week DNA members heard from the new President of the Downtown Memphis Commission, Terence Patterson, at the historic Cossitt Library.
Patterson shared with the DNA his inspiring vision for Downtown, including keeping up with population growth, better connecting the various neighborhoods, and attracting young creative types Downtown. He highlighted ServiceMaster, Beale Street Bucks, and more!
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5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE SERVICEMASTER MOVE
ServiceMaster moving into Peabody Place
Memphis is still giddy from the big announcement this month - ServiceMaster will relocate to the Peabody Place by the end of 2017. We've seen lots of articles about the deal, but here are 5 things to know about the move.
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Upcoming DNA Events
July Member Meeting, Linn Sitler and Mayor Mark Luttrell
Tuesday, July 26, 6PM | Spindini
We have two speakers this month! Linn Sitler, Memphis & Shelby County Film Commissioner, will kick us off. She will be followed by Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell. The meeting will be at Spindini. Check facebook or our events page for updates. Snacks and beverages will be available. Attendance is Free for Members - $10 for Guests
July Happy Hour
Thursday, July 28, 6PM
Mark you calendars for our July happy hour, and check out our facebook page for location details sooner to the event
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BEALE STREET BUCKS TAKES EFFECT
The Beale Street Buck Program is now in effect to help eliminate overcrowding and to improve the experience & safety of guests on Beale.
At 10:00pm, on Saturday nights during the summer months, guests visiting Beale Street must purchase a Beale Street Buck for $10 at any of the 5 entrances onto Beale Street. Guests will then receive a $7 voucher that can be used on food, merchandise, drinks or venue entry fees at any Beale Street establishments. The purchase of Beale Street Bucks will not be required any other day or night of the week.
Guests must be at least 21 years old to purchase a Beale Street Buck. Cash only. Must be used the night of purchase.
For any more information on the Beale Street Buck program, please contact the Beale Street Merchants Association at 901-529-0999.
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Welcome to our new and renewing members in June!
John Montgomery & Carol Coletta
Richard Magevney
Jennifer Miller
RENEWING MEMBERS
Stacy & Terry Dietzler
Felicia Miller
Roger & Loretta Harrison
Cindy & Paul Newman
Joan Robinson
Maggie Brown
BJ & Peggy Williams
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SOUTH FORUM FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, JULY 2, 11AM-7PM
The South Forum Festival is a one-day, outdoor festival with vendor booths, games, an outdoor movie screen, and a main music stage to bring the community together!
$5 for adults, free for children under 7.
The festival will be outdoors and will take place - rain or shine.
Location: The Foundary, 161 Vance Avenue (between Second Street and B.B. King Boulevard).
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SOUTH MAIN FIRE DEPARTMENT COOK OUT
SUNDAY, JULY 3, 6PM
Firemen are providing the grill & fire.
SouthVault will provide the food. Come thank the men and women of the MFD for their service to our community.
Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, condiments, fruit, drinks, desserts, snacks.
Bring anything that will contribute to this effort!
Location:
Memphis Fire Department,
424 South Main
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Downtown Security & Safety Numbers to know
North Main Police Station:
901-636-4099
DMC Downtown Security (including panhandling):
901-281-9146
Memphis Police Non-emergency:
901-454-COPS
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Mark your calendars: Other events for Downtowners this month
South Main Fire Department Cookout (7/3)
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Want to get more involved? Join a committee!
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COMMUNICATIONS
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EVENTS
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MEMBERSHIP
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The Communications Committee makes sure DNA members are kept aware of upcoming events and important downtown issues. Have a story idea or want to join the team?
Email Lauren Walker |
The Events Committee plans monthly membership meetings and social events. Know a great happy hour spot or event speaker? Want to be part of the planning team?
Email Felicia Miller |
The Membership Committee manages and grows our DNA member base. Have ideas for getting more people involved in DNA?
Email Terre Gorham or Peggy Williams |
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Know someone else who should be "Up on Downtown"?
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