Welcome back to The To-Do List, where Daily Memphian staffers suggest their favorite events and activities for the coming week.

This week, Arrow Creative celebrates all things Memphis, Keri Lee hosts a sound bath in the Sound Room and DJ Alpha Whiskey DJs her own birthday party.

‘January Blues’ art opening at Arrow, Thursday:

“Memphis, Memphis, Memphis. Nothing but Memphis.” That’s the vibe at this week’s “January Blues” exhibition opening at Arrow. The show will feature works by Memphis artists, Elvis-themed cocktails made with Old Dominick spirits, Grind City Brewing beers and a Memphis song playlist. Cheers to the beautiful land in the world! 5:30-8 p.m. Free. 653 Philadelphia St. Click here for more information. — Bianca Phillips

‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ watch party at Wiseacre Brewing HQ, Friday:

During his recent trip to Memphis, Guy Fieri (left) stopped at Little Bettie Pizza and Snacks inside Wiseacre Brewing Co. Wiseacre will host a watch party on Friday, Jan. 12. (Submitted)

Perhaps you’ve heard by now, but TV host Guy Fieri and his “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” crew were in town a while back, filming material for upcoming episodes, and those episodes have been trickling out. One of the Memphis spots featured is Little Bettie, the pizza side of Wiseacre’s Downtown taproom. Their (delicious, I say) Thud Butt pizza is featured in the episode and will be featured in-house this week, as Wiseacre hosts a watch party to take in their episode. Learn more from Joshua Carlucci’s recent story. The episode is at 8 p.m. Free. 398 South B.B. King Blvd. See here for more info. – Chris Herrington

Beale Street Monster Club inaugural meeting at A. Schwab, Saturday:

The Beale Street Monster Club will hold its first meeting at A. Schwab on Saturday, Jan. 13. (The Daily Memphian file)

They’re here … the Beale Street Monster Club, that is. And they will be hosting the first meeting at A. Schwab. This creepy little guild is for those who’ve got that Thing — a love for classic monsters and scary science-fiction movies! The club’s monthly gatherings will feature film screenings, collectors’ displays, show-and-tell, monster memorabilia and more. So tell me, what’s your favorite scary movie? 1 p.m. Free. 163 Beale St. Click here for more information. — Kelsey Bowen

James Inscho ‘three left, one right’ opening reception at Tops Gallery, Saturday:

James Inscho’s “burn out” (Courtesy Tops)

The exhibition “three left, one right” features works that James Inscho painted over the past two years in his Memphis studio. The exhibition title, according to the gallery, refers to the artist’s “provisional, improvisational approach” and is meant to evoke someone instructing Inscho as he paints. Inscho works on multiple paintings at once, sometimes borrowing motifs. Each of the abstract paintings featured are small and composed of acrylic gouache on panel. Born in Dothan, Alabama, Inscho lives and works in Memphis. He earned a BFA from the University of Memphis and an MFA from the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. He has served as a resident at Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture in Maine. 5-8 p.m. reception. Free admission. 400 S. Front St. (The entrance is on Huling Avenue, at the basement level.) Click here for more information. — Elle Perry

Sound Bath in the Sound Room at Memphis Listening Lab, Sunday:

Singer Keri Lee will host a sound bath in the Memphis Listening Lab on Sunday, Jan. 14. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

Memphis singer Keri Lee will guide guests through a sound bath and meditation. For the uninitiated, a sound bath is a type of mediation experience where participants are bathed in sound or vibration. Sometimes sound bowls are used during the process. This event is for all ages; no RSVP is required. Participants can bring a yoga mat or blanket or pick out a couch seat. 3-5 p.m. Free. 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 269 — Perry

New works by José Valverde at Church Health, opening Sunday:

Work by José Valverde (Courtesy Church Health)

Memphis artist José Valverde immigrated from Mexico to the U.S. with his family at age 11. But he never lost touch with his Aztecan, Comanche and Spanish roots. His work blends the rich tapestry of Mexican folklore with American influences. Valverde’s first home in the U.S. was in New Mexico, and that comes through in his paintings’ vibrant colors and intricate patterns that evoke the Southwest. Church Health uses its lobby space inside Crosstown Concourse’s west atrium for rotating exhibitions by local artists. Reception from 3-5 p.m. On view through Feb. 28. Free. 1350 Concourse Ave. Click here for more information. — Phillips

The Jampack at the Hi-Tone Cafe, Sunday:

DJ Alpha Whiskey will DJ at her own birthday party with Jared “Bizzle BlueBland” Boyd on Sunday, Jan. 14, at the Hi-Tone. (Brad Vest/The Daily Memphian file)

Two of Memphis’ favorite DJs are inviting out the hip-hop heads, b-boys and around-the-way girls for an event celebrating classic hip-hop. Attendees can expect old school hip-hop, new jack swing, neo-soul, dancehall and hip-hop soul from Jared “Bizzle BlueBland” Boyd and Ashley “Alpha Whiskey” Wimbush. In addition to celebrating hip-hop, the party also is in honor of DJ Alpha Whiskey’s birthday. 7-11 p.m. $10 advance tickets; $15 at the door. — Perry

King Day at the National Civil Rights Museum, Monday:

The National Civil Rights Museum hosts its annual King Day celebration on Monday, Jan. 15. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday (and the national MLK holiday), the Civil Rights Museum will be free for all guests on Monday with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring canned goods for the Mid-South Food Bank, and there will be a Vitalant blood drive on-site. Vocalist Gerald Richardson, the Overton High School choir and others will provide live entertainment on an outdoor stage, and there will be activities for kids. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 450 Mulberry St. Click here for more information. — Phillips

Wolf River Conservancy’s MLK Day of Service, Monday:

In the spirit of community, volunteers will gather to service a portion of the Raleigh neighborhood along the Wolf River Greenway on Martin Luther King Day. Participants will help expand the trail, clean up litter, clear out weeds and other projects. If you made New Year’s resolutions to do more community work, spend time outside or even make new friends, now’s your chance. On top of being rewarding, it will be chilly. So, don’t forget gloves! Check-in is at 9:30 a.m., and service projects will be held from 10 to noon. Free. 2630 Epping Way Dr. Click here for more information and to reserve your spot. — Bowen

International Blues Challenge on Beale Street, starting Tuesday:

The Keesha Pratt Band performed at the 2018 International Blues Challenge. This year’s event runs from Jan. 16-20 on Beale Street. (Courtesy of Memphis Blues Foundation)

Every January on Beale Street, the weather is cold but the blues is hot. Ok, so this isn’t my audition for an ad agency job, but every year around this time, the International Blues Challenge offers a good reason to go clubbing during a time where I’m guessing staying in is more common. A signature event of the Memphis-based Blues Foundation, the IBC brings blues hobbyists and hopefuls alike, from across the country and the world, to clubs all along Beale Street, for a week of competition and celebration. The event begins Tuesday with a non-competition showcase of international acts at five different clubs. Quarterfinals start Wednesday, with panels, showcases, meetings and all kinds of other related events happening throughout the week. For ticketing, schedule and other information, see here. – Herrington

‘Out of Place: The Lives of Korean Adoptee Immigrants’ book signing at Novel, Wednesday:

University of Memphis sociology professor SunAh Laybourn will sign copies of “Out of Place” at Novel on Wednesday, Jan. 12. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)

SunAh M. Laybourn is an assistant professor of sociology at the University of Memphis with research areas including racialization processes, racial and ethnic identity formation, and Asian America. Her latest book, published by NYU Press, centers on Korean transnational, transracial adoptees and citizenship rights advocacy. Laybourn, who organized Memphis’ first month-long Asian American Pacific Heritage Month events, is also a Korean American adoptee. Her book research includes interviews with Korean adoptee adults, online surveys and participant observation at Korean adoptee events across the U.S. and in Korea. One of the questions the book seeks to answer is “how Korean adoptees went from being adoptable orphans to deportable immigrants.” 6 p.m. Free admission (book is $30 to purchase). 387 Perkins Extd. Click here for more information. — Perry

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