GOT A SPECIAL EVENT COMING UP? NEED A BIGGER SPACE TO HOST IT? Story and Pictures by Dr. Yvonne D. Nelson Named after W. H. Bingham, “an Irish immigrant, hotelier, planter, magistrate, politician, and entrepreneur,” the Binghampton community, nestled somewhere around and between the southern border of North Memphis, East Memphis on the east, the Midtown area on the west, and the Overton Park/Poplar Avenue area on the south, was founded in 1893. Many businesses have come and gone over the years and the racially integrated area has recently been the location for an influx of innovative ideas. The Rec Room and Civil Axe Throwing are two of those most recent developments. The Rec Room, located at 3000 Broad Avenue at Tillman Street, features several large 20’ screens for video games and bigger-than-life-sized sports events. The 6,000 sq. ft. location has six rentable living rooms for hosting parties of 10 or more and the usual rate is pretty cheap at just $10/hour Monday through Thursday and $25/hour Friday through Sunday. Living rooms can be reserved for one-hour increments and specials and promotions can be found on the organization’s Facebook page! You’ll find vintage arcade and other table games, board games, outdoor fun and a patio, a full bar, family restaurant pizza, and catering services are available upon request. Living Room rentals include: Party host and dedicated staff Custom food options Unlimited soft drinks Beer and a full bar Lots of games and fun activities! The location is open evenings and children, when supervised by one or more adults, are welcome from opening until 6 pm daily. Age restrictions apply after 6 pm on all days. Visit recroommemphis.com or email memrecroom@gmail.com for specific details and rental information. 4
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