The plan is to snatch these big bands up as they come through I-75, or “route through,” because other than Louisville or Cincinnati, there isn’t really a place to stop between Knoxville, Tenn., and Chicago, Ill., or even from Nashville, Tenn., to Indianapolis, Ind.

Dating in Memphis is done on Thursdays. For some reason people celebrate Thursday nights like it’s 1999, for whatever reason. At any rate I join in on the festivities and advise you to do the same.

Granted, I don’t feel comfortable going into my favorite coffee shop (Grounded on Jane street) and logging on to my profile and sending out 50 emails while they charge me for every minute. Can you put a price on your love life? Oh wait, that was the three month subsciption I shelled out.

Colors that have been in their line from the beginning are Blanc, Bordeaux and Baby’s Breath. These are classic colors that have stood the test of time. Essie is also there with the trending colors. Their latest collection includes shades such as navigate her. This is a light bright green. Tour de finance is a fuchsia with a shimmer. They are always right there offering their clients the classics and the latest and greatest. You will never be without your perfect shade.

Volunteer for the film festival and meet new people -legions of ladies volunteer -and floods of people attend the internationally-acclaimed event. It’s a “do not miss.” Plan your time wisely as the Mill Valley Film Festival dates conflict with Litquake.

A further unwritten rule of dressing for stand-up is “Don’t use shorts to a comedy club.” Comedy clubs want to set on a specialized stand-up comedy present and they are inclined to search down on even brand name new comedians who walk on stage donning shorts. If you’re walking on stage at a comedy club often use pants… (I suggest very long pants).

We need to learn to take everyday opportunities that would otherwise pass us by and use these to our advantage. The coffee shop, the t-shirt country, the corner market, even the library, these are all excellent places to start. Now it’s up to us to be prepared for these encounters.

Dark Arts Ball (October 31, 10 p.m.): Eye Level Art’s Halloween event will sponsor the Trident Boys and Girls Club. The Heriot St. gallery will hold artists, musicians and an open bar. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door and $35 for students. Music will be provided by DJ Cmndr and Stella by Starlight.