Party Line 9-22-09
Photos by Michael Donahue
Jack Oblivian, a Lamplighter Lounge regular, was among the performers at a benefit for the bar's beloved bartender, Shirley Williams. The two-night benefit at the Hi-Tone Cafe raised an estimated $8,000.
Jack Oblivian, a Lamplighter Lounge regular, was among the performers at a benefit for the bar's beloved bartender, Shirley Williams. The two-night benefit at the Hi-Tone Cafe raised an estimated $8,000.
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Kay Black is a member of the creative force behind the award-winning Elvis scarecrow at Lichterman Nature Center.
Kay Black is a member of the creative force behind the award-winning Elvis scarecrow at Lichterman Nature Center.
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Mason Granger (left) and Kim Hindrew joined their old friend and former colleague, Joe Birch, at a special roast for him at the Ave Maria Foundation Dinner.
Mason Granger (left) and Kim Hindrew joined their old friend and former colleague, Joe Birch, at a special roast for him at the Ave Maria Foundation Dinner.
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Virginia Brown (center) signed copies of her new book,
Virginia Brown (center) signed copies of her new book, "Dixie Divas," for reception attendees Lisa Higdon (from left), Gwen Wyatt, Laura Grubbs and Ginger Kemp.
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Emily Daniel and Jay McDonald (left) and Philip Gattas and Chelsea Chandler (right)  sampled some of the brew at Art on Tap at Dixon Gallery and Gardens.
Emily Daniel and Jay McDonald (left) and Philip Gattas and Chelsea Chandler (right) sampled some of the brew at Art on Tap at Dixon Gallery and Gardens.
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Philip Gattas and Chelsea Chandler sampled some of the brew at
Philip Gattas and Chelsea Chandler sampled some of the brew at "Art on Tap." Sept. 11 2009 PHOTO BY MICHAEL DONAHUE
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Theresa and Adam Warren  checked out the sights and sounds at the Dixon's annual fundraiser.
Theresa and Adam Warren checked out the sights and sounds at the Dixon's annual fundraiser.
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Nikola and Andrina Simic attended the two-night fundraiser for beloved Lamplighter Lounge bartender Shirley Williams. Shirley attended Friday night, but was back to work on Saturday.
Nikola and Andrina Simic attended the two-night fundraiser for beloved Lamplighter Lounge bartender Shirley Williams. Shirley attended Friday night, but was back to work on Saturday.
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03.18.2010: Palladio Antiques & Art: Palladio and Market Central annual Spring Fayre/individual discussions/fashion show. 2169 Central Avenue. 901-276-3808.

03.18.2010: Beignet Cafe: "2 ACROSS" by Jerry Mayer. 124 G.E. Patterson Avenue. 901-527-1551.

03.18.2010: Lollipops Roller Skating Rink: Spring "Day Camp" Break. 9099 Highway 51 North. 662-342-6441.

03.18.2010: University of Memphis - Harris Concert Hall: Masterclass: Elizabeth Hainen, harp. 3775 Central Avenue. 901-678-1651.

03.18.2010: Agricenter International: The 2010 Al Chymia Shrine Circus. 7777 Walnut Grove. 901-757-7777.

03.18.2010: Memphis Botanic Garden: Liz Putnam and the Student Conservation Association. 750 Cherry Road. 901-576-4100.

03.18.2010: Memphis Water Works: Master Gardeners speaker’s series (part of the Spring Fayre). 741 S. Cox. 901-276-3806.