After you are finished slamming your head on your desk repeatedly because you've realized the weekend is over, take a moment to pull it together and read a recap of some things from this weekend. For more info on any of the things below, click on the photos.
Do this Thing: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Hear This Thing: A Thousand Horses, Southernality
Drink This Thing: Rebirth Pale Ale, NOLA Brewing Company
I Did This Thing: Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens, Sushi & Stroll
Situated among gated communities, nursing homes, and a popular shopping mall, lies the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens -- 16 acres of beautiful gardens and a museum featuring collections which include 7,000 Japanese art objects and artifacts, including a 500-piece collection of tea ceremony items, more than 200 textile pieces and fine art acquisitions. Once a month throughout the summer, the gardens are open to visitors in the early evening for "Sushi & Stroll." I went next level for my stroll, enjoying a Sapporo, Saki, Dumplings, Sushi and a Stroll.
I Heard This Thing: A Thousand Horses, Southernality
Country music has seen a recent infusion of new influences such as rock, pop, R&B, and reggae. A Thousand Horses (Nashville, TN) brings a twist of classic rock, blues, and country to their recent release, Southernality (Republic Nashville). I recently saw these guys put on a great show, opening for Darius Rucker (whom for some reason still needs to be referred to as "Hootie" from Hootie and the Blowfish). If you are a fan of Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Allman Brothers, and/or Black Crowes, I recommend giving this album a listen. Favorite tracks: Travelin' Man and Landslide.
I Drank This Thing: Rebirth Pale Ale, NOLA Brewing Company
NOLA Brewing Company (New Orleans, LA) brews this American-style Pale Ale using Citra and Simcoe hops (among others). At 5% ABV, this beer offers a nice balance of hops and citrus, making it an ideal beverage on a hot South Florida afternoon (morning and/or evening for that matter). A portion of the profits from Rebirth goes to The Roots of Music, an organization "empowering New Orleans youth while preserving musical heritage." Cheers.
I Read This Thing: Dave Grohl breaks leg after falling off stage in Sweden, finishes concert anyway (by Alex Young, Consequence of Sound)
Dave Grohl, the leader one of my favorite bands of all-time, Foo Fighters, took a spill on Friday night at the band's show in Gothenburg, Sweden. Based on video taken from the show, it appears Grohl tripped over himself and tumbled off the stage as he was attempting to do one of his infamous run/leaps to another part of the stage. Like the living legend he is, Grohl, after receiving medical attention, returned to the stage to finish the show. While Grohl was seeking medical attention, drummer, Taylor Hawkins led the rest of the band in cover songs until Grohl returned to finish the set. Apparently, the band has already cancelled two shows on its tour as a result of Grohl's injury. This video shows Grohl singing the band's hit song, My Hero, on one leg. In the video, Grohl hilariously recounts what happened behind the scenes while he was receiving medical attention. Note: The video contains language that may be unsuitable for some readers.