what to do: may + june
Celebrate living in the Mid-South with these fun events! MAY 4 MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET PLAYHOUSE ON THE SQUARE, 7PM This preview night for the opening of Million Dollar Quartet
May 2, 2017
Focus Mid-South
Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
Ray Rico to receive Ambassador’s Medal for making Memphis a better place
We’re proud to announce that our fearless leader Ray Rico, publisher of Focus Magazine and owner of local marketing agency Ray Rico Freelance, will be awarded the Ambassador’s Medal this
May 1, 2017
We’re Happy to Announce the Second Annual Focus Awards!
Ray Rico Freelance announces the 2017 Focus Mid-South Magazine Awards call for nominations Honor the great work being done in the Mid-South LGBTQ community by nominating your favorite
April 28, 2017
A Day Without Immigrants May 1st Rally: Aztec Dancers, Muslim Prayer & Spoken Word Performance
LATINO MEMPHIS INVITES THE 901 COMMUNITY TO MARCH TOGETHER AND SUPPORT LOCAL IMMIGRANTS Memphis, TN – On Monday, May 1st Memphians from all walks of life and backgrounds will gather
April 27, 2017
Sunday Singalong Vol 2 a Stellar Sequel
Folks gathered together again on Sunday, August 23rd at the Zebra Lounge to raise money for Friends for Life. The same energy and enthusiasm was present during Volume 2 as
April 25, 2017
Original Memphis: The Peabody Hotel Ducks and Duckmaster
by Jimmy Ogle, Duckmaster | photos courtesy of Trey Clark Shortly after the Civil War ended, the story of The Peabody Hotel begins. Opening in 1869, the original name given
April 21, 2017
Phillip Ashley – Cooper Young’s Sweetest Neighbor
by Robin Beaudoin As a premium chocolatier, Phillip Ashley Rix has embraced the opportunity to lift up and endorse fellow local businesses with partnerships in philanthropy and flavor. “If I
April 14, 2017
Miss Gay Tennessee America Comes to Memphis in June
Save the Date! Miss Gay Tennessee America comes to the Evergreen Theater in Memphis on June 3rd. See below for more details 🙂
April 13, 2017
Sunday’s Showtunes Singalong a Great Success
A big crowd of enthusiastic supporters turned out for the Friends for Life benefit Showtunes Singalong this past Sunday at Zebra Lounge. The delightfully debauched emcee Julia Le Boom and
April 11, 2017
How To Protect Water And Make Happiness Flow
Tips courtesy of Aveda.com SAVE TIME. SAVE WATER. Cut just 3 minutes from your usual shower time, and you’ll save an average of 6 gallons (22.7 liters) of water.· If
April 10, 2017
Tennessee Equality Project Firing on All Cylinders
by Ginger Leonard , TEP This legislative session has been a test of endurance, cunning, examination and collaboration. Had any one of those been absent, we might
April 5, 2017
Free Admission to Orpheum’s Art Sale at the Halloran Centre 4/23
ORPHEUM’S 22nd ANNUAL ART SALE FREE Event at the Halloran Centre April 23 MEMPHIS, TN – The Orpheum Theatre Group will host the 22nd Annual Art Sale from
April 5, 2017
