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FEATURES 8 Oldé Courthouse Catacombs & House of Lecter Can You Survive the Upside Down? 10 Aaron Lewis & Blackberry Smoke Live at the Old National Events Plaza 12 A Quick Q&A with Here Come The Mummies The Monsters of Funk Ham It Up 14 Tri-State Concert Round-Up Music's Biggest Stars are Headed Our Way 17 Uncharted International: Stories of Courage An Evening with Retired US Army Soldier J.R. Martinez 18 Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra Pops Series An Interview with Wicked Diva Nicole Parker 20 Evansville Thunderbolts 2017-2018 Season An Interview with Player/Coach Dylan Clarke 22 54th Shrine Circus at the Owensboro Sports Center An Interview with Award-Winning Ringmaster Brian LaPalme
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 6 Did You Miss Me?
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 24 Legends Sports Bar & Grill 26 Varsity Liquors: Craft Affairs
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High Score Saloon IBMM Fall Concert Series Art: Heather Landry Arts & Activities Writer: John Thurgood Patwa's Perspective
FASHION 58 The Bohemian Prepster
LOCAL HAPPENINGS 16 60 62 63 63 64 78
Amerie Battle of the Bands Community & Family VHS Spotlight Howloween Costume Ball March for Jesus Tri-State Pet Pics Mug Shots
LOCAL OPINION 66 The Write Stuff with Jonathan Gluff 67 Words from Whitney 67 In Remembrance
PREVIEWS & REVIEWS 70 71 72 74 76
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A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
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ell, did you miss me? Did you even notice I was gone? That's ok, most people skip the editor's page and head right for the good stuff - it's just human nature. Anyhow, there was so much going on in the tri-state over the last five months or so that space in the magazine fast became a hot commodity. Therefore, I humbly stepped aside to free up some more real estate. The fact that I had 250 less words to write every month really played no part in my decision. Or did it...? (Any Dateline/Keith Morrison fans out there?) Now on to October... It's time once again for haunted house expert Phil Wolter and his scare-crew to make you pee your pants (figuratively speaking, we certainly hope) at the Olde Courthouse Catacombs
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and House of Lecter in downtown Evansville. This year's harrowing theme involves a mash-up of Stranger Things and Game of Thrones - two of the best and creepiest shows on television. At least that's what I've heard. My parents won't let me watch them. Come on, admit it, you missed that clever editorial humor. No? I appreciate your honesty. October also brings the opening home game for the Evansville Thunderbolts at the Ford Center, so dig that gigantic foam finger out of the back of your closet and get ready for some ice hockey! In other exciting news, some of music's biggest artists are headed this way, including country stars Jason Aldean, Gary Allan and Josh Turner, classic rockers
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Kansas and Staind front man-turned-goodol'-boy Aaron Lewis together with Southern rockers Blackberry Smoke. And of course, many of you are aware that the Rocket Man himself, Elton John, is gracing us with his presence in early November. Mark your calendars! - TE
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The Oldé Courthouse Catacombs and the House of Lector OLDE COURTHOUSE - 4TH & VINE DOWNTOWN | HOUSE OF LECTOR - 325 MAIN ST. DOWNTOWN
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or many years now, downtown Evansville has been the scene of some seriously gruesome sights around Halloween time thanks to local haunted house expert, Phil Wolter. The creator of the Oldé Courthouse Catacombs & House of Lecter knows how to scare the living daylights out of you, plain and simple. But it's all in good fun, of course.
JUST KEEP RUNNING: THE NATION'S SCARIEST HAUNTED HOUSES ARE BACK TO CREEP EVERYONE OUT!
It all started way back in 1980 with the Phantom Theatre at the State Hospital. After a decade of spookiness, Wolter shifted the venue to the Old Jail in downtown Evansville; by the mid 90s, the haunted house had found its permanent home at the Oldé Courthouse Catacombs, a truly creepy place even without the special effects. By the early 2000s, a second venue downtown, the House of Lecter, had been added for maximum horror double the scares. Each year, Wolter comes up with new ways to grip you with terror, often drawing inspiration from popular culture. He's done it again this Halloween season with The Upside Down, a haunted house based on the acclaimed Netflix series Stranger Things that incorporates elements of everyone's favorite HBO show,
Game of Thrones. As the ominous teaser on the Catacombs website declares, "A hidden portal deep within the decrepit chambers leads to an alternate dimension of frozen time and space... monstrous Demorgorgons and the Night King Walkers have awakened!" In other words, don't look back - just keep running!!! With over 1100 productions under his belt, Wolter and his crew of scare masters will keep you guessing at every turn with gory surprises and heart-pounding twists - a frighteningly good time for all ages. That is, if you dare to enter The Upside Down! Tickets are $15 or you can get a combo ticket for just $20 which grants access to both haunted houses - as many trips through as you can handle!
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Scare dates: October 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 ( Fri-Sat 7 p.m.-12 a.m. / Other nights 7 p.m.-10 p.m.) For more info, visit oldcatacombs.com
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AARON LEWIS & BLACKBERRY SMOKE "Sinners & Sanctified" Tour OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA | NOVEMBER 4 | 7:30 P.M.
Two country music giants joining forces for coheadlining run of shows this fall
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ith so much talk about "authentic" music these days, it's about time that two of the most real acts out there combined for a much-anticipated bill. Together, Staind frontman Aaron Lewis and Georgia's Blackberry Smoke make for formidable co-headliners as they embark on a run of shows this fall - the "Sinners & Sanctified" Tour. Known for such hits as "It's Been Awhile," "Outside" and "So Far Away" with Staind, Lewis returned to his country roots in 2011, releasing the debut solo EP Town Line and lead single "Country Boy" featuring Charlie Daniels, George Jones and Chris Young. Both were met with critical acclaim and set the stage for 2012's full-length solo release, the primarily self-penned The Road, which charted inside the top ten and eventually sold over 200,000 copies. Four more years passed before Lewis returned with 2016's Sinner which was preceded by "That Ain't Country," a traditional-sounding single that helped propel the album to the number one spot. One of the hardest working bands in music today, Blackberry Smoke, led by singer/guitarist Charlie Starr, plays upwards of 250 shows a year. The Atlanta quintet has been a fixture in the tri-state over the last few years and returns in support of 2016's Like An Arrow, a former number one album on the country charts (number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100). Combining the Southern rock feel of Tom Petty with a little country grit and hard rock thrown in for good measure, Blackberry Smoke has created a sound all their own and attracted a very loyal fan base with many followers tracking the group from city to city. Quite simply, they're one of the best live acts in the business. For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com or call 812-435-5770. The ONEP is located at 715 Locust St. in downtown Evansville.
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A QUICK Q & A WITH HERE COME THE MUMMIES The undisputed monsters of funk, Here Come The Mummies continue to win new fans everywhere they go with a relentless live show that defies belief especially considering that all eight members were once carefully preserved inside Egyptian tombs. Some 5,000 years later, the band is absolutely killing it on stage, proving that you're never too old to rock. Never. What makes the Mummies such a musical force of nature? Well, imagine the impossibly deep grooves of George Clinton mixed with the intoxicating soul of Earth, Wind & Fire. Now throw in the sex appeal of, say, Denzel Washington. Understand? It's no wonder that the band is a favorite here in the tri-state. Typically, HCTM have funkified our area around Halloween time, but it looks like we'll have to wait until February when the Friction Tour finally reaches the Victory Theatre. In the meantime, check out this quick Q&A with Mummy Cass and Midnight, two of the band's most amusing members. It's often said that a band "comes to life" on stage. In your case, that's a literal statement as all eight members are, in fact, decaying Egyptian mummies. What's it like to be resurrected night after night? Does it ever get tiring? Mummy Cass: Baby, it’s glorious. It feels great! Admittedly, there is a lot of muscle stiffness,
because we basically have human-jerky on our decrepit bones, but we wouldn’t trade it for anything. Midnight: I notice a certain stiffness as well. The Mummies are known for bringing the funk in a serious way, inspiring even the most rhythm-challenged audience members to get into the groove. What's the view like from the stage? Mummy Cass: It’s a humanity bath, baby. All kinds of folks. Young, old, weird, weirder, of every color, creed, and shape. And everybody’s welcome at our party! Midnight: We like to whip ‘em all into a frenzy. Clap on 2 and 4, y’all! The ladies clearly love everything about HCTM. What advice do you have for the regular Joes out there - guys who haven't been dead for 5,000 years - struggling to make a connection with the opposite sex?
"Young, old, weird, weirder, of every color, creed, and shape. And everybody’s welcome at our party!"
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Mummy Cass: Just be yourself, unless you can be someone else. Y’know? Learn to play an instrument. But not keys. You’re last in line if you play keys. Midnight: Clarinet is actually last. Or maybe piccolo. There’s a reason I play sax, and sing, and play percussion, and do the talk box, dig? Finally... Halloween is almost upon us, always a great day for HCTM. Does the band feel a particular energy on the 31st - do you suddenly feel like 2,000-year-olds again? Mummy Cass: We love it, but sorta like orange juice, we’re not just for breakfast anymore. That said, Halloween does have a peculiar spirit we dig. Midnight: It’s the candy corn. He likes the candy corn. Mummy Cass: Yeah. I guess that’s true.
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TRI-STATE CONCERT ROUND UP!
Along with Aaron Lewis & Blackberry Smoke (see pg. 10), some of music's biggest stars are headed our way this fall in what is shaping up to be an incredible run of tri-state concerts. We're talking the very best country, Southern rock, classic rock, pop and Christian music acts - a little something for everyone, in fact. So take a look at the lineup below and get your tickets before it's too late! Cody Jinks
VICTORY THEATRE | OCTOBER 1 | 7:30 P.M.
An up and coming star, country singer Cody Jinks is making waves with I'm Not the Devil, the Texas native's highest charting album to date. The 2016 release - featuring the throwback, Merle Haggard-esque title track reached number four and continues to receive critical plaudits for both the traditional country style of songwriting and Jinks' affecting baritone delivery. Tickets: victorytheatre. com
MERCYME FORD CENTER | OCTOBER 12 | 7 P.M. There is simply no bigger Christian music act around today. 23 years on, MercyMe continues to pack arenas and reel off top five songs at a brisk clip - 13 in a row, for those keeping count. And pick up armfuls of awards, too. Lifer, released last March, hit number one on the Christian charts along with the lead single, "Even If." Tickets: fordcenter.com
JOSH TURNER OWENSBORO CONVENTION CENTER | OCTOBER 13 | 8 P.M. Now we head down to western Kentucky for a much-anticipated performance by the "Long Black Train" country singer. Since making his debut in 2003, Josh Turner has scored multiple
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number one hits, including "Your Man," "Would You Go With Me," "Why Don't We Just Dance," "All Over Me" and "Time Is Love." 2017's Deep South produced two more big singles, the title track and "Hometown Girl." Tickets: owensborocenter.com
JASON ALDEAN
FORD CENTER | OCTOBER 14 | 7:30 P.M.
One of the driving forces behind the new country sound, Jason Aldean knows how to command a crowd. The Georgia native's live shows are notoriously wild, aided by a catalog of party anthems that always work his fans into a frenzy - "Dirt Road Anthem," "Night Train," "Just Getting Started," My Kinda Party" and "Tonight Looks Good On You" just to name a few. Aldean is touring in support of 2016's They Don't Know, a number one hit on both the Billboard and country charts. Tickets: fordcenter. com
mid to late 70s. Their current tour features Leftoverture played in its entirety as well as new songs and old favorites. A must-see. Tickets: victorytheatre. com
GARY ALLEN OWENSBORO SPORTS CENTER | NOVEMBER 4 | 7 P.M. Now it's back down to western Kentucky for another big country music concert. Gary Allan has been going strong for over two decades, producing four number one singles along the way - "Man to Man," Tough Little Boys," "Nothing On But the Radio" and "Every Storm Runs Out of Rain" - and a slew of top ten hits. The California native is currently at work on a new album; if we're lucky, he'll bust out a new song or two. Tickets: owensborosportscenter .com
Elton John
FORD CENTER | NOVEMBER 11 | 8 P.M.
President Trump may refer to North Korea's Kim Jong Un as the "Rocket Man," but we all know that Sir Elton John is the real deal! Back by very popular demand, the pop genius who brought us such timeless classics as "Candle in the Wind," "Your Song," "Bennie& The Jets," "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road" and, of course, "Rocket Man," returns to the Ford Center. Yes, he's 70 and still kicking ass. Tickets: fordcenter.com
"We're talking the very
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best country, Southern
One of classic rock's biggest and most influential bands, Kansas is in the middle of a major resurgence thanks to the release of 2016's The Prelude Implicit which recaptures the sound that made albums like Leftoverture and Point of Know Return such a success in the
rock, classic rock, pop
VICTORY THEATRE | OCTOBER 14 | 8 P.M.
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and Christian music acts - a little something for everyone"
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AMERIE BATTLE OF THE BANDS CARSON'S BREWERY | OCTOBER 21 | 3-11 P.M.
Local musicians squaring off in the name of charity, banding together for Granted
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t's time to rock, tri-state. Along with all the big names in music coming to the area during the month of October, some seriously talented local acts are gearing up for a face-off at Carson's Brewery - and it's all for a good cause. Indeed, the Amerie Battle of the Bands will pit the best of the best against each other with proceeds benefiting the Granted Foundation; the ultimate goal being to make a terminally ill child's wish come true. Reed Four Bands and singers scheduled to perform include Moneka Fullop (3-5pm), Rapture (5-6pm), Reed Four (6-7pm), Sarah Warner (7-8pm), Top Dead Center (8-9pm) and Playing Kyle (9-10pm) - all very popular in their own right, but only one will claim victory. Voting will determine the winner, so be sure to get there early and help cheer your favorites on! In addition to great live music, the event will feature a Creepy Carnivale theme; attendees are encouraged to dress up for a fun costume contest. Plus, there will be several carnival games and a bartender auction. And what about food, you ask? No worries, two food trucks will be on site: Rockin' Taco and Fresh by Genes. Delicious. Vendors for this highly-anticipated Battle of the Bands include Amerie, a cause-supporting clothing boutique in Newburgh, Granted and Damsel in Defense, whose mission is to equip, empower and educate women to protect themselves and their families. Come on out and support your favorite local musicians and help make a child's dream come true! For more info, visit carsonsbrewery.com and follow Amerie on Facebook. Carson's Brewery is located at 2404 Lynch Rd. in Evansville / 812-759-8229.
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UNCHARTED INTERNATIONAL Stories of Courage VICTORY THEATRE | NOVEMBER 2 | 6:30 P.M.
Retired US Army soldier J.R. Martinez to share emotional journey back from the brink
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ounded right here in Evansville at a local church, Uncharted International is a mission-minded organization whose primary focus is "to advance the gospel in unreached / unengaged people groups, as well as, help people go farther in their faith." Their noble efforts have impacted children and individuals all over the world, providing opportunities for, and encouraging, economic and spiritual growth in areas where such freedoms have been extinguished and injustice rules the day. Ultimately, it's about promoting a lifestyle brand. Every year, Uncharted hosts a benefit at the Victory Theatre to raise funds for the organization. "Stories of Courage" is always a truly inspiring evening, featuring a guest speaker with a heartfelt message of hope. On November 2, Iraq War veteran J.R. Martinez will share his emotional journey back from the brink after his Humvee hit a roadside bomb in March of 2003. He sustained severe burns to over 34 percent of his body but never gave up on his recovery - or his future. In fact, in addition to traveling the world to tell his incredible story to corporations, veterans groups, schools and other organizations, Martinez has appeared on numerous TV shows, memorably winning season 13 of ABC's Dancing with the Stars; he also penned the New York Times bestseller, Full of Heart: My Story of Survival, Strength and Spirit. Martinez serves as a spokesperson for Operation Finally Home, as well as for the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors, Glasswing International, Free the Children, and the Viscardi Center.
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EVANSVILLE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA PRESENTS:
WICKED DIVAS
Nicole Parker
victory theatre | OCTOBER 29 | 4 P.M.
Broadway star and former MADtv cast member Nicole Parker on not really being a diva, working with Martin Short, keeping a straight face and more
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very year around Halloween, things tend to get a little spooky with the tristate's best orchestra. This holiday, however, the more accurate description is wicked. And that's because Elphaba (Nicole Parker) and Glinda (Alli Mauzey) from the Broadway production of Wicked are joining Maestro Savia and the EPO for an afternoon of diva showstoppers on October 29. These two phenomenally talented - and very funny women will take you on a musical journey that encompasses everything from opera to pop as well as favorites from Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic, Carmen and, of course, Wicked. And word has it that impressions of some of the pair's favorite divas are in the works, too. That's according to Parker, a former MADtv cast member whose hilarious takes on Ellen DeGeneres, Britney Spears, Nancy Grace and even one-hit wonder James Blunt, were always a highlight of the long-running sketch-comedy show. How did you and Alli cross paths? We met doing the show [Wicked]. After a couple weeks I was in her dressing room one day and at that point we hadn't even discussed where we were from. There was a bag of sand on her shelf, and I was like, 'what's that?' And she said, 'oh, it's just sand from my favorite beach at home - Newport Beach.' We learned that we literally grew up 15 minutes from each other in California. What's really crazy is that there are about six actresses that grew up in Orange County, California that are either Glindas or Elphabas. It's crazy. Will you be going green as Elphaba for this
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performance? I will not be going green for this show unless I eat something poorly. It's going to be fun for me to sing with a full orchestra in a nice gown when I haven't run around for an hour and a half - and I don't have to hold a broom and be 20 feet in the air. I'll get to appreciate different aspects of the songs since I won't be so busy being green and flying. And your pre-show prep time will definitely be shorter. Yes, but I mean, look. As the years go by, the prep time extends and increases - but we do our best. It's a lot of smoke and mirrors (laughs). A diva has to live up to the name. So you do consider yourself a diva? 100% not really. Only if I get to make fun of divas. If that makes any sense. That's kind of our joke - we'll sing the divas but try not to be divas. "Diva" has such a poor connotation these days which is kind of a shame. You know, Alli and I have been friends for a very long time, and we like to show that we support each other and that we're both awesome - and that "diva" can be a positive term. Empowering not belittling. Was becoming a MADtv cast member a dream job for you? It was not expected. I grew up falling in love with British comedy like Faulty Towers and comedians like Gilda Radner - but equally I was in love with Sondheim and everything
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musical theater. So I was never able to decide between the two and that is why I've always sought out odd jobs that kind of let me do all of that. If you look back at MADtv, I sang as much as I possibly could on that show - did music videos, I did Britney, I did Celine. When comedy and music can go hand in hand like these Wicked Divas concerts, for example, it's a perfect combination of everything that I love. Did you leave MADtv to go play Elphaba on Broadway? Was that what sparked your departure from the show? No, it was actually a very crazy turn of events. I auditioned while I still had about seven episodes left to do. I had done another show on Broadway with Martin Short called Fame Becomes Me - the best time of my life. It was like going to preschool for a living - insanely fun. Then I had to split my time between MADtv and Broadway. It was just coincidence that there was a Wicked send-up in the Martin Short show - and the man who cast Wicked saw me in that and said, 'you should do the real thing.' And I was like, 'haha, no - that's crazy.' That's kind of how that came about. I owe Marty Short for Wicked, honestly. Somehow, you always kept a straight face in your MADtv sketches, despite playing
alongside such comedy greats as Jordan Peele? How? It's an interesting thing - it's sort of a badge of honor in the comedy world to not break character but to also make someone else break. There were some tough cookies on the show like Michael McDonald. So when you first get onto a show like that, it's like the hazing of a rookie - let's see if we can break her. I'm a competitive person that's always been known for not breaking. I was very proud of this one scene where Jordan tried so hard, but I just wouldn't break - it's just concentration, really. Deep breathing. But at the same time, over the years, you come to realize that that's what an audience loves - when you break character. There were two times on MADtv where I just couldn't help myself. In one scene, an actual pig was part of the skit. And she decided to relieve herself right in the middle of the scene in front of a live audience. It's literally one of the hardest times I've ever laughed. I physically could not control myself. Was there competition between Saturday Night Live and MADtv were you keeping tabs on each other? First of all, what you have to understand is that we were all friends. There were a bunch of us that were together at Boom Chicago which was a theater in Amsterdam and a bunch of us went to one show and a bunch of us went to the other. So we never thought in terms of rivalry - it was more like, 'hey, I wonder what they're going to do on SNL this weekend - what are we going to do?' We'd see each other at improv festivals, etc. So, that's what's weird - there wasn't really an us vs. them . Perhaps the powersthat-be at MADtv would make us feel that way, but I never saw us as the same animal. We were two separate entities and anyway, how can you can compete with a legendary mainstay? We were a show for the younger kids, and that's why now I meet kids in their twenties and we were their show and Alli Mauzey that's kind of cool.
For tickets and more info, visit evansvillephilharmonic.org or call 812-425-5050.
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EVANSVILLE THUNDERBOLTS
2017-2018 SEASON AT THE FORD CENTER
Photo by Whiteshark Photography
Photo by Whiteshark Photography
Ice, ice, baby: Fan favorite Dylan Clarke on returning to action, being a mentor and more
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t's hockey time in the tristate, folks. The opening home game of the 20172018 Evansville Thunderbolts campaign is just a few weeks away and the excitement amongst area fans is reaching a fever pitch. Ready to improve on the team's inaugural season in the SPHL, Head Coach Jeff Pyle is welcoming back several players with valuable experience in the league - guys who are returning stronger and most definitely smarter. Plus, former Icemen squad member - and fan favorite - Dylan Clarke is back in the fold after two seasons in the ECHL with the Rapid City Rush and Indy Fuel and a stint as the
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coach of the Jr. Thunderbolts. He's taking on a much talkedabout new role, a player/coach scenario that should benefit the team in a number of ways. It all adds up to the prospect of some very exciting games at the Ford Center over the next several months - so be sure to get your tickets now! The Thunderbolts take to the ice on October 21 against Peoria. Clarke kindly spoke to News 4U ahead of the opening home game. Where are you in your preparation for returning to the ice after a season on the sidelines as coach of the Jr. Thunderbolts? You know, it's a process - I'm not fully prepared yet. I don't think I'll be prepared until I actually get suited up with the guys in training camp. Once we start playing I think I'll start getting more into shape and be game-ready.
The process is definitely taking a lot longer than I thought it would take - both physically and mentally. It's kind of taking a toll, to be honest (laughs). It's a different mindset once you think you're done playing and then when you come back, it's a whole new beast. Have you had a chance to interact with the team in your new role as player/coach? Last year I actually worked with them half-way through the year, because there were times when Coach Pyle wasn't able to be
"It's kind of taking a toll, to be honest (laughs). It's a different mindset once you think you're done playing and then when you come back, it's a whole new beast."
"Yes, I'm looking forward to working under Coach Pyle and taking as much information from him as I can - he's been around for years and years coaching on the east coast and at different levels, so he's definitely a great person to learn from." in town, so I took over for the week and worked with those guys during their practices and helped them develop a little bit. I have a lot of experience with where they're trying to get to - to the next level. I think that's going to be beneficial for them and myself going forward. So I think a lot of the guys will understand it and I'm going to help them out as much as they're going to help me.
Do you expect to be a starter on the squad when the season starts or is it too soon to say? Again, it's going to be a process, but I'm going to work my tail off in order to get better and be the best player I can be. Whether that role is first line or third line, it really doesn't matter. Especially at this level - any player can take over any game. You never know when someone is
going to get injured and someone has to step up, roles change. That's why it's so important that everyone is at the same level. Ultimately, are you looking to be a full-time coach down the road? Yes, I'm looking forward to working under Coach Pyle and taking as much information from him as I can - he's been around for years and years coaching on the east coast and at different levels, so he's definitely a great person to learn from and to help my develop my career as well. I think that's the plan for me - I can't see myself playing for too many more years. But I got this opportunity and I couldn't turn it down.
For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com or evansvillethunderbolts. com. The Ford Center is located at 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd. in downtown Evansville.
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SHRINE CIRCUS OWENSBORO SPORTS CENTER | OCTOBER 17 | 4:30PM & 7:30PM
L.D. BROWN AGRICULTURAL EXPO | OCTOBER 18 | 4:30PM & 7:30PM
Award-winning ringmaster Brian LaPalme on being a "big cheerleader," the show's amazing acts and more
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ith the closing of the famous Ringling Bros./Barnum & Bailey production last May, it's been rather quiet under the Big Top, but in just a few weeks, the magic and wonder of the circus will return to the tri-state - including the elephants and tigers! In fact, this may well be your last chance to see them in action. Yes, times are changing, but lucky for us, the biggest and best 3-ring production around today is headed our way. So get ready for a time-honored family tradition when Carden International presents the 54th edition of the Shrine Circus at the Owensboro Sports Center and L.D. Brown Agricultural Expo on October 17 and 18, respectively. The 2017 Shrine Circus is helmed by none other than award-winning ringmaster Brian LaPalme, a 41-year veteran of 3-ring productions - and the only ringmaster in the history of the Sarasota Circus Festival to win two gold medals. He's back after a threeyear hiatus and once again living his passion, bringing joy to people of all ages from city to city. What sort of personality does it take to be a ringmaster - especially an award-winning one? It's all enthusiasm. My mentor, Harold Ronk,
was the ringmaster with Ringling - I think it was 1952-82. When I won my second gold medal, he gave me one of his jackets. I remember meeting him in Madison Square Garden when I was a kid. And I said, 'Mr. Ronk, I want to be an announcer like you.' And he said, 'No, no, no, Brian - an announcer is just someone who has a good voice. You don't want to be an announcer, you want to be a ringmaster. That's the guy who makes the performance exciting for the audience AND the performers who are doing the same act seven days a week, month in and month out.' You've got to get audiences pumped and let me them know that this is not TV - this is live. Basically, I'm a big cheerleader without the pom-poms. With all that in mind, how do you get yourself pumped up beforehand, ready to be that big cheerleader? The way I get pumped up...when I'm out in the parking lot for the circus, all of the travel trailers and all of the trucks are out there and I walk around and the cast is all there. And you're walking by the props, by the tiger cages, by the elephants - and it's like, 'Whoa, whoa, whoa!' The audience doesn't see this, but I'm seeing it and it's what starts getting me
pumped up. The sights, the smells, everyone getting ready - it's just amazing. This is what I live for. You know, I'm 60-years-old and really, how much longer will I be doing it? For me, every day is a gift from God. What acts stand out for you in this production of the Shrine Circus? There's an act called the Air Trio - three amazing aerialists from Russia. They're absolutely incredible. In fact, when I have friends and family visit, they always comment on that act. We also have an amazing clown - I don't want to give away his act, but there's a wind-up toy and something happens to the toy at the end and people just gasp. We also have a wonderful opening number production called "Animalosity" as well as amazing technicians - the music and the lights will make you just go, 'wow!' There's also an amazing dog act that you just have to see. I know I'm overusing the word "amazing," but everything about the show really is. It's big and it's beautiful.
Proceeds benefit the Rizpah Shriners. General admission tickets are $14 for children 12 & under and $18 for adults. On sale at supershrinecircus.com or 1 hour before show times at the arena. The Owensboro Sports Center is located at 1215 Hickman Ave. in Owensboro, KY. The L.D. Brown Agricultural Expo is located at 406 Elrod Rd. in Bowling Green, KY
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | NEW BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
LEGENDS SPORTS BAR & GRILL 4431 SPRINGHILL DR., STE E. | OWENSBORO, KY | 270-240-5360
Locally-run establishment offers up modern take on the classic sports bar environment
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estern Kentucky sports fans have a new place to hang out - and just in time for the college football and NFL seasons. Located in Lake Forest Town Center on Highway 54 in the space formerly occupied by Forester's Artisan Bistro, Legends Sports Bar & Grill recently opened to rave reviews. Well-deserved, mind you, considering that the owners completely renovated the building and equipped it with over 20 TVs, including a 157" screen in the dining room. In addition, the vibe is all fun and games, with Golden Tee Golf, Life-Size Jenga and a basketball goal set up for 3-point shooting contests and more. "We wanted to bring something to Owensboro that the city currently does not have - a modern bar feel like what you see in a college town, but not necessarily a college bar," explains Front of House Manager, Matt Hudson. "We want people to be able to bring their kids but at the same time we want to be a traditional sports bar where guys can come in and have beers with their buddies, watch sports games and hang out all afternoon." The big city bar comparisons extend to the seating arrangements as well. Legends features community tables that allow for easy conversation - or no conversation at all. "People who want to come in after work for quick drinks or an appetizer or just to watch a game won't have to worry about
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sitting at a table," Hudson says. "A single person can just come in and relax - if they want to talk, they can, or they can just sit and be by themselves." With a seating capacity of about 150, there's plenty of room for friends and families inside plus a patio outside for warm weather days. Along with the great atmosphere at Legends, the food and drinks are guaranteed to keep sports fans coming back. The bar currently features over 40 craft and domestic beers, an extensive bourbon selection and hand-crafted cocktails as well as unique appetizers, wings, build-your-own pizzas, burgers, hot dogs and more. And according to Hudson, the owners are looking to plan and promote a number of craft beer events - tap takeovers and breweries hosted for special occasions. For Hudson and the rest of the Legends team, it's quite simply about breaking out of the typical sports bar mold. "We want to differentiate ourselves by bringing something that people don't know they're looking for, but we know they're looking for." For more info, follow Legends Sports Bar & Grill on Facebook.
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CRAFT AFFAIRS with Alisha Patton » Varsity Liquors Craft Beer Guru
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ow that fall is officially here we can all rejoice in the return of cooler weather, changing leaves, and pumpkin brews. Most of the people that I talk to either have a love for pumpkin beer or are completely terrified at the thought of drinking a dessert in beer form. I am here to tell you that the experience of drinking pumpkin beers doesn't have to be scary at all. Dogfish Head Punkin - This clear, copper-colored brew is a fullbodied brown ale that is the perfect beer to warm up with this fall. It has aromas of sweet bread malt followed by cinnamon and nutmeg. The flavors are full of fresh pumpkin, brown sugar, and the right amount of spice. Even though the spice is prominent in this beer, it is a very balanced and easy drinking pumpkin beer that doesn't disappoint with a healthy 7% ABV. Southern Tier Pumking - The king is back and just as good as I remember! This medium-bodied imperial pumpkin ale pours a deep copper-color and is bursting with every fall flavor imaginable. The smell alone is like standing in a bakery full of pumpkin pies, along with hints of roasted pecans, vanilla, and graham crackers. The flavors are just as intense and slightly sweet with hints of cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, and caramel. The king weighs in with a stout 8.6% ABV, but the alcohol is pleasantly warming without being too overwhelming. Ballast Point Pumpkin Down - It was a no-brainer for me to add this brew to my list of pumpkin ales, simply because the Scottish Style base plus pumpkin spice is a winner in my eyes. This medium-bodied Scottish ale with pumpkin pours a clear, dark brown almost ruby color. The aromas are slightly sweet with hints of spice, toffee, and pumpkin. The flavor has a light fruitiness that gives way to a touch of nutmeg and malt, but the nature of the darker base gives plenty of toffee and caramel notes as well. While this brew is definitely the most sessionable at only 5.8% that just means you can have more than one of these without feeling overindulgent. Feel free to stop by the store and let us know your thoughts about this month's featured Pumpkin brews. Also, join us for a complimentary tasting Friday, October 27th from 5-7pm. You can find us conveniently located in the Shoe Carnival Towne Centre next to Buffalo Wild Wings. Cheers, Alisha
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | RESTAURANT GUIDE
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RESTAURANT GUIDE Whether you're looking for a new place to eat or rediscovering an old favorite, check out our comprehensive restaurant guide for local favorites all around the tri-state!
AMISH Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr 812-867-7730
BARBECUE Bandana’s Bar-B-Q 6636 Logan Dr 812-401-9922 CARNE ASADA 1354 E. Division St. 812-459-5556 Hawg ‘N’ Sauce 6580 Leonard Rd N Mt Vernon, IN 812-838-5339 Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N Main St 812-422-6919 J&B Bar-B-Q & Catering 48 S Holloway St Henderson, KY 270-830-0033 Marx Barbeque 3119 W Maryland St 812-425-1616 Mission BBQ
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1530 N Green River Rd 812-213-0200 MoonLite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W Parrish Ave Owensboro, KY 270-684-8143 Nisbet Inn 6701 Nisbet Rd Haubstadt, IN 812-963-9305 Old Hickory BBQ 338 Washington Ave Owensboro, KY 270-926-9000 Ole South Bar-B-Q 3523 Hwy 54 E Owensboro, KY 270-926-6464 Peak Bros. BBQ 6353 US-60 Waverly, KY 270-389-0267 Shyler's BBQ 5416 E Indiana St 812-476-4599 Thomason’s Barbecue 701 Atkinson St Henderson, KY 270-826-0654 Tom's
market 1048 Clay St. Henderson, KY 270-827-5338 Wolf’s Bar-B-Q 6600 N First Ave 812-424-8891
BREWERIES/ WINERIES Carson’s Brewery 2404 Lynch Rd 812-759-8229 Evansville Brewhouse 56 Adams Ave 812-909-2668 Mystique Winey 13000 Gore Road Lynnville, IN 47619 812-922-5612 Tin Man Brewing Co. 1430 W Franklin St 812-618-3227 Turoni’s Brewery 408 N Main St 812-424-9871
CASUAL THEME Allegra Lounge (Holiday Inn Airport)
7101 US-41 812-867-7999 Another Broken Egg Cafe 701 W 1st St Owensboro, KY 270-691-8960 Applebee’s (East) 5100 E Morgan Ave 812-471-0942 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr 812-426-2006 (Henderson) 1950 US-41 270-826-9427 Bar Louie 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd 812-476-7069 Beef O’Brady’s 8177 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-9464 Bonefish Grill 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-401-3474 BRU BURGER BAR 222 Sycamore St. 812-302-3005 CKB
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Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 2nd St Henderson, KY 270-212-2133 Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon Hill Dr 812-868-4653 Cheddar’s Casual Café 2100 N Green River Rd 812-491-9976 Chili’s 600 N Green River Rd 812-475-1510 Dapper Pig 1112 Parrett St 812-401-3333 Double D’s 1206 E Main St Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 Fool Moon Grill & Bar 5625 Pearl Dr 812-467-7486 Hadi Shrine 6 Walnut St 812-423-4285 Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave 812-475-0229 J's Sports Bar & Grill 1602 S. Vann Ave. 812-401-2266 Kitchen Buffet The (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4000 ext. 6059 Lucky Joe’s
Bar & Grill (Ellis Park) 3300 US-41 Henderson, KY 812-425-1456 Major Munch 101 NW First St 812-437-2363 104 N Water St Henderson, KY 270-212-2070 Max & Erma’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4258 Mellow Mushroom 101 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-684-7800 Popeye’s 3300 N First Ave 812-602-1599 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 6636 E Lloyd Expy 812-473-4100 Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Inside Cold Stone Creamery) 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-437-2653 Royal Suite 4706 E Morgan Ave 812-402-5122 Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Center Dr 812-401-7469 TGI Fridays (Eastland Mall)
800 N Green River Rd 812-491-8443 Treehouse Grill & Pub 1550 Mesker Park Dr 812-266-9228 Walton's International Comfort Food 956 Parrett St 812-467-4255 Wayback Burgers (East) 115 N Cross Pointe Blvd 812-475-9272 (North) 624 E Diamond Ave 812-779-8208 Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E Virginia St 812-477-2664 (North) 4660 N First Ave 812-423-1800
CHINESE Big Bang Mongolian Grill 2013 N Green River Rd 812-602-1400 Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr 812-428-6611 Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E Diamond Ave 812-423-9897 China King 590 E Diamond Ave 812-423-1896 China Village 8423 Bell Oaks Dr
Newburgh, IN 812-858-8238 Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E Indiana St 812-473-5551 Crazy Buffet 701 N Burkhardt Rd 812-437-8833 Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave 812-473-4855 5066 SR-261 Newburgh, IN 812-853-2680 Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 US-41 812-868-8888 Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N Green River Rd 812-476-6666 Jimmy Jeng’s Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N Green River Rd 812-479-7600 Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave 812-471-8881 Mandarin House 1111 Barrett Blvd Henderson, KY 270-826-3001 MA T 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd 812-475-2888
812-464-2769 Taste of China 4579 University Dr 812-422-1260 Two Brothers 3806 N First Ave 812-423-6188 Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S Green River Rd 812-474-0181 Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S Green River Rd 812-474-0181
DELI/CAFES Acropolis Express Tea Room at the YWCA 118 Vine St 812-42-GREEK Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 812-499-8273 Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St 812-423-5713 Café 111 111 S Green River Rd 812-401-8111 Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches 9 W Jennings St Newburgh, IN 812-789-6485 Daily’s Annex Bakery & Café 701 N Main St 812-484-6635
Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St
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Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop (East) 5 N Green River Rd 812-479-0511 1950 Washington Ave 812-477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave 812-402-4111 (North) 2128 N First Ave 812-426-2311 1031 E Diamond Ave 812-426-0011 (West) 210 N St. Joseph Ave 812-426-1011 (Newburgh) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911 Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206 Main St 812-422-3026 Firehouse Subs (East) 1031 N Green River Rd 812-477-2141 (West) 222 S Red Bank Rd 812-401-0740 Flying Saucer Café (Evansville Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr 812-423-1113 Gayla Cake 422 N Main St 812-454-9791 Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd 812-437-1899 Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Ave 812-476-4999
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HoneyBaked Ham 1446 N Green River Rd 812-471-2940 Jason’s Deli 934 N Green River Rd 812-417-9905 Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave 812-479-8272 Jimmy John’s 701 N Burkhardt Rd 812-401-5400 8680 Highland Ave Newburgh, IN 812-491-7111 Just Rennie’s 100 SE 4th St 812-490-8098 McAlister’s Deli 2220 N Green River Rd 812-618-2050 Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd 812-476-7477 Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N Burkhardt Rd 812-479-PENN (7366) (North) 4827 David Lant Dr 812-402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr 812-434-7366 (Henderson) 1111 Barrett Rd 270-826-7361 (Owensboro) 3625 Frederica St 270-683-1515 Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 SE 2nd St 812-421-8741
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PG Cafe 1418 W Franklin St 812-402-4445 Piece of Cake 210 Main St 812-424-2253 Planters Coffeehouse 130 N Main St Henderson, KY 270-830-0927 R’z Café & Catering Co. 104 N Main St Fort Branch, IN 812-615-0039 Riverview Coffee Company (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4280 Salad World (East) 3311 N Green River Rd 812-471-5083 (Downtown) 200 Main St 812-422-0777 (North) 601 E Boonville New Harmony Rd 812-867-2741 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd 812-490-6070 Schlotzsky’s 301 N Green River Rd 812-471-4011 Spudz –N– Stuff (East) 815 S Green River Rd 812-401-7783 (North) 601 E Boonville New Harmony Rd 812-867-7783 3904 N. First Ave. 812-228-1068
(West) 5225 Pearl Dr 812-402-8287 (Henderson) 2630 US-41 270-212-1777 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Road 812-490-6070 (Owensboro) 3500 Villa Point Dr 270-804-4747 Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E Virginia St 812-402-3889 Twilight Bistro 221 Main St 812-421-0606 Zoup Fresh Soup Company (East) 6240 E Virginia St 812-477-2664 (North) 4660 N First Ave 812-423-1800
Wings (East) 715 N Green River Rd 812-471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr 812-471-9464 Burger Bank 1617 S Weinbach Ave 812-475-2265 Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave 812-479-6388 Carriage Inn 103 E Gibson St Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6131 Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E Indiana St 812-473-0001 Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr 812-479-8788
FAMILY HOMESTYLE
Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St 812-422-6464
Acropolis 501 N Green River Rd 812-475-9320
Culver’s 1734 Hirschland Rd 812-437-3333
Bob Evans (East) 1125 N Green River Rd 812-473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr 812-425-5100 (Princeton) 2825 W Broadway St 812-386-1228 (Owensboro) 3123 Leitchfield Rd 270-683-3515
Denny’s Classic Diner 5212 Weston Rd 812-424-4472 19501 Elphers Rd Newburgh, IN 812-867-7156
Buffalo Wild
Denny’s Restaurant (East) 351 N Green River Rd 812-473-1063 (North) 3901 US-41
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812-423-9459 Ellis Park Clubhouse 3300 US-41 Henderson, KY 812-425-1456 Five Guys Burgers 5402 E Indiana St 812-401-1773 Frontier Restaurant 12945 IN-57 812-867-6786 Gatti Town 316 N Green River Rd 812-473-3800 Golden Corral 130 Cross Pointe Blvd 812-473-1095 1320 N Green Street Henderson, KY 270-869-9310 Highland Inn 6620 N First Ave 812-402-2544 Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 812-422-1757 Hornville Tavern 2607 W Baseline Rd 812-963-0967 Ivy Room (SWIRCA) 16 W Virginia St 812-464-7800 Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave 812-437-3040 Log Inn 12491 S 200 E Haubstadt, IN 812-867-3216 Merry-Go-Round
Restaurant 2101 US-41 812-423-6388 NELLIE'S RESTAURANT 8566 Ruffian Ln. Newburgh, IN 812-629-2142 O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E Indiana St 812-479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr 812-424-3348 Old Mill 5031 New Harmony Rd 812-963-6000 Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr 812-425-2261 Popeye’s 3300 N 1st Ave 812-423-4291 Rafferty’s 1400 N Green River Rd 812-471-0024 Red Fez (Hadi Shrine Building) 6 Walnut St 812-423-4285 Red Wagon 6950 Frontage Rd Poseyville, IN 812-874-2210 Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N Green St Henderson, KY 270-212-1151 Rose Hill Café 8133 Rose Hill Rd Newburgh, IN 812-853-8443
Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280 St. Joe Inn 9515 St Wendel Rd 812-963-9310 Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr 812-867-7330 Zesto’s 102 W Franklin St 812-424-1416
FINE DINING CKB Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 N 2nd St Henderson, KY 270-212-2133 Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4333 Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S Hebron Ave 812-479-6974 Edgewater Grille 1 E Water St Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443 Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611 NW Chophouse & Wine Bar 7799 IN-66 Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500 Red Geranium (New Harmony Inn
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Resort) 520 N St New Harmony, IN 812-682-4431
FROZEN TREATS Coldstone Creamery (East) 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-437-2653 (West) 5435 Pearl Dr 812-461-0100 Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave 812-479-8272 Orange Leaf 701 N Burkhardt Rd 812-401-5215 Sweet CeCe’s 5625 Pearl Dr 812-401-5232
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GERMAN
MEDITERRANEAN
Gerst Haus 2100 W Franklin St 812-424-1420
Angelo’s 305 Main St 812-428-6666
GREEK
Biaggi’s 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-421-0800
Acropolis 501 N Green River Rd 812-475-9320
INDIAN
Café Arazu 17 W Jennings St Newburgh, IN 812-842-2200
Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln 812-476-5000
DiLegge’s 607 N Main St 812-428-3004
IRISH
Famous Bistro 102 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-686-8202
Ri Ra Irish Pub 701 NW Riverside Dr 812-426-0000
ITALIAN/
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House of Como 2700 S Kentucky St 812-422-0572 Little Italy
4430 N 1st Ave 812-479-7777 Manna Mediterranean Grill 2913 Lincoln Ave 812-473-7005 Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St 812-484-2222 Oasis Cafe 5702 E Virginia St (812) 602-3660 Olive Garden 1100 N Green River Rd 812-473-2903 Sauced Italian Restaurant 1113 Parrett St 812- 402-2230 Smitty’s
Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280
JAPANESE Fuji Yama 915 North Park Dr 812-962-4440 Ginmiya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant Dr 812-471-8100 Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N Kentucky Ave 812-868-0830 Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave 812-471-7076 Roppongi Japanese
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Steak & Sushi 7221 E Indiana St 812-437-5824 Tokyo Japan 3000 N Green River Rd 812-401-1020 Tokyo Teppanyaki 2222 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-869-1968 Zuki Japanese Grill 1448 N Green River Rd 812-477-9854
KOREAN Jaya’s 119 SE 4th St 812-422-6667
MEXICAN Cancun Mexican 341 S Green St Henderson, KY 270-826-0067 Carleos 3118 Alvey Dr Owensboro, KY 270-684-0290 Chava’s Mexican Grill 4202 N First Ave 812-401-1977 Chipotle Mexican Grill 499 N Green River Rd 812-471-4973 El Charro 720 N Sonntag Ave 812-421-1986 El Maguey 3250 Warrick Dr Boonville, IN 812-897-6666 El Patron
943 North Park Dr 812-402-6500 El Rio Mexican Cuisine 1919 N Green River Rd 812-471-1400 Fiesta Acapulco 8480 High Pointe Dr Newburgh, IN 812-858-7777 Hacienda Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S Green River Rd 812-474-1635 (North) 711 N 1st Ave 812-423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr 812-422-2055 Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr 812-437-5010 Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln Newburgh, IN 812-490-2814 La Campirana 724 N. Burkhardt Rd. 812-550-1585 Los Bravos (East) 6226 E Waterford Blvd 812-474-9078 (North) 3534 N 1st Ave 812-424-4101 (West) 4630 W Lloyd Expy 812-464-3136 Los Portales 3339 N Green River Rd 812-475-0566
1313 N First Ave 812-434-6909
Los Toribios 2810 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-830-6610 1647 S Green St Henderson KY 270-831-2367
Boston’s Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr Newburgh, IN 47630 812-853-3400
Los Tres Caminos 12100 US-41 812-868-8550 Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-491-6637 Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 N Burkhardt Rd 812-401-0800 Riviera Mexican Grill 10604 SR-662 Newburgh, IN 812-490-9936 Taco Tierra 420 S Green River Rd 812-402-8226 Tequila’s Mexican 408 Woodwind Plz Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-2392
PIZZA/ SANDWICHES Archie & Clyde’s 8309 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-7778 Azzip Pizza 5225 Pearl Dr 812-401-3572 Big M’s Pizzeria
Heady’s Pizza 4120 N 1st Ave 812-437-4343 Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd 812-402-8900
Cicis Pizza 101 S Green River Rd 812-477-2424
Kipplee’s 2350 E Division St 812-479-1542
Cleavers 5501 E Indiana St 812-473-0001
Lombardi’s New York Pizza 3311 N. Green River Rd. 812-602-5255
Dave’s Sports Den 701 N Weinbach Ave 812-479-8887 Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E Columbia St 812-425-2515 Fat Boy's Pizza 10722 Hwy 662 Newburgh, IN 812-518-3061 Fetta 118 St Ann St Owensboro, KY 270-926-0005 Firedome Pizza & Wings 2046 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-831-1977 Franklin Street Pizza Factory 2033 W Franklin St 812-602-3028 Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd 812-868-8071 Gattitown 316 N Green River Rd 812-473-3800
Mister B’s Pizza 2611 US-41 Henderson, KY 270-826-1111 Old Chicago 6550 E Lloyd Expy 812-401-1400 Pangea Kitchen 111 S Green River Rd, Ste E 812-401-2404 Papa John’s (East) 303 N Weinbach Ave 812-477-7700 5436 E Indiana St 812-473-5200 (North) 4204 N 1st Ave 812-425-2345 12414 Hwy 41 North 812-867-7272 (West) 4814 W Lloyd Expy 812-423-7272 (Newburgh) 3955 Hayley Dr 812-858-7272 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave 812-423-3339
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Pizza Chef 423 W Main St Boonville, IN 812-897-1600 4938 SR-261 Newburgh, IN 812-853-3338 Pizza Depot 2801 Boonville-New Harmony Rd 812-867-9131 Pizza King (East) 1033 S Weinbach Ave 812-476-4941 (West) 220 N St. Joseph Ave 812-424-7976 (Newburgh) 7777 SR-66 812-853-3368 Pizza Revolution 812-430-5945 Roca Bar North 12301 Hwy 41 N 812-868-8898 Roca Bar South 1618 S Kentucky Ave 812-422-7782 Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N Green St Henderson, KY 270-212-1400 Rounders Pizza 510 W Mill Rd 812-424-4960 Rounders Too 12731 N Green River Rd 812-867-7172 Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W Delaware St 812-423-3160 Sandy’s Pizza
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609 S Main St Ft. Branch, IN 812-759-3972 Schaum's Pizzeria 240 S Green River Rd 812-402-4733 Slice The 2011 Lincoln Ave 812-476-8518 Spankey’s Una Pizza 714 N Sonntag Ave 812-402-6776 Susan Bobe’s Pizza 101 W Broadway St Princeton, IN 812-385-2554 Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St 812-402-8696 Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not Inn 4 N Weinbach Ave 812-477-7500 Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery 408 N Main St 812-424-9871 Turoni’s Pizza 8011 Bell Oaks Dr Newburgh, IN 812-490-5555 Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N First Ave 812-464-4472 Woody’s Pizzeria 518 S Main St New Harmony, IN 812-682-6666
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Ballroom at Sauced The 1119 Parrett St 812-422-2230 Edgewater La Veranda Banquet Room 1 E Water St Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443 Ivy Room (SWIRCA) 16 W Virginia St 812-464-7800 Just Rennie’s 100 SE 4th St 812-401-8098 Old Post Office 100 NW 2nd St 812-253-2102 Schmitt Catering & More 812-909-0566 812-774-6547
Tin Fish 300 W Jennings St Newburgh, IN 812-490-7000
STEAKHOUSES Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr 812-433-4333 Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S Hebron Ave 812-479-6974 Double D’s 1206 E Main St Boonville, IN 812-897-8813 Haub House 101 E Haub St Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6462
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Hornet’s Nest 11845 Petersburg Rd 812-867-2386
Bonefish Grill 6401 E Lloyd Expy 812-401-3474
House of Como 2700 S Kentucky Ave 812-422-0572
Lure Seafood & Grille 401 W 2nd St Owensboro, KY 270-240-4556 Madeleine’s Fusion Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611 NW Chophouse & Wine Bar 7799 IN-66 Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500 Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave 812-477-9227
Logan’s Roadhouse (East) 1 N Burkhardt Rd 812-471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr 812-421-0908 Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N Green River Rd 812-473-2400 Madeleine’s Fusion Restaurant 423 SE 2nd St 812-491-8611 NW Chophouse & Wine Bar
7799 IN-66, Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500 Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St 812-474-0005 Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W Franklin St 812-423-6280 Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd 812-477-7427 Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N Boeke Rd 812-476-5405
THAI Pangea Kitchen 111 S Green River Rd, Ste E 812-401-2404 Thai Papaya 1434 Tutor Ln 812-477-8424
VIETNAMESE Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd 812-479-8818
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IN TOWN & AROUND Friday, September 29 5:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- WKDQ Block Party w/ Damsel in Defense, Bang Bang Balistics, NOM, Camo Grill Food Trucks & Tony Henning Live 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Sax & Keys 6:00 PM Buds Harley-Davidson-East -- Bike Night w/ Tastes Like Chicken Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh's Piano Bar) -Live Music 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce OV Watersports Tiki Bar -Dance Party w/ DJ Todd Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Lawless 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- The Smoke Rings 9:00 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke KC's Marina Pointe -- DJ Jon J & DJ Jon B Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams 10:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Nocturnal Lamasco Bar & Grill -- The Jangle Sheep 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Indy Invasion with Vincent Debeate & Silky Gamache Saturday, September 30 12:00 PM Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -- 2nd Annual Car & Bike Show w/ The Honey
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Vines, Rapture & Boscoe France (trophies for the winners, giveaways, door prizes, raffles, beer farden, drink specials, food & more} 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Troy Miller 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: VanCan & Company 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh's Piano Bar) -Live Music 6:30 PM Lincoln Amphitheatre (Lincoln City) -- Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- David Weddle Live Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -- Karaoke [open to the public] Victory Theatre -- Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra: A Night at the Cotton Club feat. Byron Stripling 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Lawless 8:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- 5th Degree Burn Lyle's Sports Zone -- Descent 9:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Pistons Bar & Grill -- Jason Lee Mckinney Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Guilty Pleasures 10:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- Torpedo Vegas KC's Marina Pointe -- The Boy Band Night! Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Bad Dagger 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Indy
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Invasion with Vincent Debeate & Silky Gamache Sunday, October 1 West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 10:00 AM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Michael Rhymes on Piano 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Harlan Scott 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz (no cover) 7:30 PM Victory Theatre -Cody Jinks 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke, DJ & Cornhole Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Drag Sunday! Monday, October 2 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. Andy Brasher O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 6:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -Lamasco's Got Talent Finals 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Trivia w/ Tyler 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic Night Tuesday, October 3 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. On Tap Project West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Brock Stahl 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -Tuesday Trivia
Franklin Street Tavern -- Pub Poll O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Open Dart Tourney Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Wednesday, October 4 KC's Corner Pocket -- Free Pool KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. Scott Winzinger O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 6:00 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Working Women's Wednesday / College Night KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Cornhole Wednesday! Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke 9:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ Hot Rod KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Thursday, October 5 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. Tailgate Revival West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 5:00 PM
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Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Andy Does the Ivories 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Bar Louie -- Live Acoustic Music KC's Corner Pocket -- Texas Hold 'Em KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Texas Hold 'Em Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Someplace Else -- Comedy Open Mic hosted by Kimberly Lynn Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Idgits 8:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- Live Jams 9:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- College Night / Karaoke KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Chris Matthews Friday, October 6 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. Jenny's Bad Hair Day West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Mad Women 6:00 PM Pistons Bar & Grill -- Acoustic Music followed by DJ Swype 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Reed Four Smitty's Italian Steakhouse -Troy Miller 7:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy night with headliner MatAlano-Martin feat. Alex Price 8:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Blake Billman Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers
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Lounge) -- The WannaBeatles 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke & Dance 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Tastes Like Chicken Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams 10:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- DJ Jon B & DJ Jon J KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Reverend Jack Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Big Ninja's Jimtown Dub Party 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Pat Yo Weave and Skylar Blackwell Saturday, October 7 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Beer Garden on Franklin feat. On Tap Project w/ Cynthia Murray West Franklin Street -- West Side Nut Club Fall Festival 12:00 PM Goebel Soccer Complex -Fiesta Evansville 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Honey Roy 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Sassafras 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Nutshell Smitty's Italian Steakhouse -Haywire 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The WannaBeatles 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke & Dance 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Valcoes Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky
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J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Pistons Bar & Grill -Bombshell Ri Ra Irish Pub -- David Weddle 9:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- 2 Miles Back 10:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- Velcro Pygmies KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Jenny's Bad Hair Day Lamasco Bar & Grill -Hyryder Sunday, October 8 10:00 AM Lamasco Bar & Grill -Michael Rhymes on Piano 12:00 PM Goebel Soccer Complex -Fiesta Evansville 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Tony Henning 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz (no cover) 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke, DJ & Cornhole Lamasco Bar & Grill -Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Drag Sunday! Monday, October 9 O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Trivia w/ Tyler 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic Night Tuesday, October 10 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Joe Marcinek 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -Tuesday Trivia Franklin Street Tavern -- Pub
Poll O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Open Dart Tourney Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -Karaoke Wednesday, October 11 KC's Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Working Women's Wednesday / College Night KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Cornhole Wednesday! Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke 9:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ Hot Rod KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -Karaoke Thursday, October 12 5:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Andy Does the Ivories 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Bar Louie -- Live Acoustic Music Ford Center -- Mercy Me KC's Corner Pocket -- Texas Hold 'Em KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Texas Hold 'Em Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke
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Someplace Else -- Comedy Open Mic hosted by Kimberly Lynn Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Idgits 8:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- Live Jams 9:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- College Night / Karaoke KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Friday, October 13 1:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Gravel Engine 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: 2 Miles Back 6:00 PM Pistons Bar & Grill -- Acoustic Music followed by DJ Swype
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7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Angel Rhodes 8:00 PM Owensboro Convention Center -- Josh Turner Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Little Moe & The Atomic Two-Tones 8:30 PM Legends -- Ben Dahlquist Lyle's Sports Zone -- Smoke Wagon 9:00 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams 10:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- DJ Jon B & DJ Jon J
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KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Torpedo Vegas Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Old Shoe O'Brian's Sports Bar -Blackford Creek 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- SPE Gent Pageant Saturday, October 14 New Harmony (Ribeyre Center) -- Global Crossroads World Music & Cultural Festival 8:00 AM Honey Creek Farm (Rockport) -- Mt. Zion Apple Fest 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Mystique 5th Anniversary Party with the Honey Vines 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: JC Stone 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Jed
Guillaume 7:30 PM Ford Center -- Jason Aldean "They Don't Know" Tour 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Little Moe & The Atomic Two-Tones Victory Theatre -- Kansas "Leftoverture" Tour 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Dirt Roads & Denim 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Love Junkies Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Pistons Bar & Grill -- Nocturnal Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Kyle Paisley & The Print 9:30 PM
Cricket's (Newburgh) -- JEB 10:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- Official Jason Aldean After Party w/ Tailgate Revival & 99.5 WKDQ/Towne Square Media KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Jenny's Bad Hair Day Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Factor Primo O'Brian's Sports Bar -- 3lectro Angel 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Christian St James and Tia Mirage Hall
-- Karaoke, DJ & Cornhole Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Drag Sunday!
Sunday, October 15 9:00 AM Honey Creek Farm (Rockport) -- Mt. Zion Apple Fest 10:00 AM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Michael Rhymes on Piano 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- 1 Man Monster 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz (no cover) 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill
Tuesday, October 17 4:30 PM Owensboro Sports Center -Shrine Circus 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Lindsey Williams 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -Tuesday Trivia Franklin Street Tavern -- Pub Poll O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Open Dart Tourney 7:30 PM
Monday, October 16 O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Trivia w/ Tyler 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic Night
Owensboro Sports Center -Shrine Circus 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Wednesday, October 18 KC's Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Working Women's Wednesday / College Night KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Cornhole Wednesday! Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke 8:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke 9:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ Hot Rod
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Thursday, October 19 5:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Andy Does the Ivories 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Bar Louie -- Live Acoustic Music KC's Corner Pocket -- Texas Hold 'Em KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Texas Hold 'Em Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Owensboro Convention Center -- Matthew West "All In" Tour w/ Jordan Feliz Someplace Else -- Comedy Open Mic hosted by Kimberly Lynn 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Idgits 8:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- Live Jams 9:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- College
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Night / Karaoke KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Thirsty Thursday Drag Show hosted by Virgil Lee Dennison Friday, October 20 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Dog Town Three 6:00 PM Pistons Bar & Grill -- Acoustic Music followed by DJ Swype 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Monte Skelton Tropicana Evansville (421) -DRZHIVEGAS 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- RJ Rigdon & The Primal Roots
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9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Hot Spot Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams 10:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- Radio Tokyo feat. Ambition from Pretty Ricky KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Bombshell Lamasco Bar & Grill -UltraViolet Hippopotamus O'Brian's Sports Bar -Cynthia Murray from Osiella Acoustic 10:30 PM Tropicana Evansville (421) -DJ Preston 11:30 PM
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Someplace Else -- Open Stage with cash prizes Saturday, October 21 Franklin Street Tavern -- Chili Cook-Off Neighborhood Event Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Franklin Street Beer Run Party w/ DJ Peaches 9:00 AM Buds Harley-Davidson-East -- Customer Appreciation Celebration (prizes & soup served 11am-2pm) 10:00 AM C.K. Newsome Community Center -- Evansville Lapidary Society's 51st Annual Gem Mineral & Fossil Show Reid's Orchard (Owensboro) -- Apple Festival 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- Lindsey Williams 3:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Amerie
Battle of the Bands feat. Moneka, Rapture, Reed Four, Sarah Warner, Top Dead Center & Playing Kyles West Franklin Street -Mainklin Beer Run 7:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (421) -DRZHIVEGAS 7:15 PM Ford Center -- Evansville Thunderbolts 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Old National Events Plaza -Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Zach Evans 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Pits Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod Pistons Bar & Grill -- Andy
Brasher Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Josh Merritt 9:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -Valcoes 10:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- 1990 Something KC's Marina Pointe -Nocturnal KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Radio Tokyo Lamasco Bar & Grill -Audiodacity O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Dr. Moody 10:30 PM Tropicana Evansville (421) -DJ Preston 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Venus Ann Serena Sunday, October 22 10:00 AM C.K. Newsome Community Center -- Evansville Lapidary Society's 51st Annual Gem Mineral & Fossil Show Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Michael
Rhymes on Piano 12:00 PM Reid's Orchard (Owensboro) -- Apple Festival 1:00 PM Mystique Winery -- JC Stone 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz (no cover) 3:00 PM Old National Events Plaza -- Jay Owenhouse: The Authentic Illusionist 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke, DJ & Cornhole Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Drag Sunday! Monday, October 23 O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Trivia w/ Tyler Tropicana Evansville (421) -Wild Cards 9:00 PM
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic Night Tuesday, October 24 10:00 AM Ford Center -- Evansville Thunderbolts 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: David Weddle 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Pub Poll Franklin Street Tavern -Tuesday Trivia O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Open Dart Tourney Tropicana Evansville (421) -Wild Cards 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Wednesday, October 25 KC's Corner Pocket -- Free Pool
O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -- Working Women's Wednesday / College Night KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Cornhole Wednesday! Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Tropicana Evansville (421) -Wild Cards 8:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke 9:00 PM J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ Hot Rod KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Someplace Else -- Rocky Horror Thursday, October 26 5:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Andy Does the Ivories
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6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Bar Louie -- Live Acoustic Music KC's Corner Pocket -- Texas Hold 'Em KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Texas Hold 'Em Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke Someplace Else -- Comedy Open Mic hosted by Kimberly Lynn Tropicana Evansville (421) -Wild Cards 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Idgits 8:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- Live Jams 9:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- College Night / Karaoke KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Someplace Else -- Rocky Horror Friday, October 27 12:00 PM Old National Events Plaza -River City Tattoo Expo 5:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- WKDQ Block Party 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Fabulous Rodenberg Brothers 6:00 PM Pistons Bar & Grill -- Acoustic Music followed by DJ Swype 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Mike Mitchell Tropicana Evansville (421) -The Duke Boys 8:00 PM Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 8:30 PM Lyle's Sports Zone -- 2 Miles Back 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Blind Cowboys Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky
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Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams 10:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- Jenny's Bad Hair Day Howling Halloween Party! KC's Marina Pointe -- College Night Halloween Bash feat. Best Costume Contest KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Nocturnal Lamasco Bar & Grill -Calabash O'Brian's Sports Bar -- 3lectro Angel 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Rocky Horror Saturday, October 28 Franklin Street Tavern -Zombie Pub Crawl on Franklin Smitty's Italian Steakhouse -Trick or Treat on Franklin St. 10:00 AM Old National Events Plaza -Paw Patrol Live! 12:00 PM Buds Harley-Davidson-East -- Two Wheels 'N Treats (Halloween fun & free candy) Old National Events Plaza -River City Tattoo Expo 2:00 PM Old National Events Plaza -Paw Patrol Live! 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Cosmic Debris Reunion Show 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Ali's Birthday Bash w/ Dogtown Three Tropicana Evansville (421) -The Duke Boys 7:15 PM Ford Center -- Evansville Thunderbolts 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Halloween Bash with DJ Jones Capone Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce Lyle's Sports Zone --
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Halloween Dance Party feat. Costume Contest & Scary-oke w/ Bryan Steele 9:00 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -Karaoke w/ Sparky J's Sports Bar & Grill -Karaoke / DJ Hot Rod Pistons Bar & Grill -- Zombie Crawl w/ DJ Swype Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Halloween Cosplay Costume Ball w/ Sugar Lime Blue 9:30 PM Cricket's (Newburgh) -- Akacia 10:00 PM KC's Corner Pocket -- Jenny's Bad Hair Day Howling Halloween Party! KC's Marina Pointe -- LDNL End of Season Blowout Bash! KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Halloween Bash w/ LoCash! Lamasco Bar & Grill -- JEB (Celebrating 20 Years) O'Brian's Sports Bar -Halloween Bash w/ Tastes Like Chicken 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Halloween Bash with Costume contest, Cash Prizes & Special guests Trey Alize and Monroe Fitzgerald Sunday, October 29 Smitty's Italian Steakhouse -Trick or Treat on Franklin St. 10:00 AM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Michael Rhymes on Piano Old National Events Plaza -Paw Patrol Live! 12:00 PM Old National Events Plaza -River City Tattoo Expo 2:00 PM Old National Events Plaza -Paw Patrol Live! 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz (no cover) 4:00 PM Victory Theatre -- Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents: Wicked Divas 6:00 PM KC's Marina Pointe -- Sunday Funday
7:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (421) -Likewise 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke, DJ & Cornhole Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Drag Sunday! Monday, October 30 O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- BRC 44 Release 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Trivia w/ Tyler Tropicana Evansville (421) -Likewise 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic Night Tuesday, October 31 5:30 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive After 5: Corduroy Orbison 6:00 PM Carson's Brewery -Halloween Party w/ D.K. Wells 7:00 PM Franklin Street Tavern -Tuesday Trivia Franklin Street Tavern -- Pub Poll O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Open Dart Tourney 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
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WE WERE THERE! Alan Jackson @ The Ford Center August 25, 2017 Photos by: Kayla Hands
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WE WERE THERE! Kenny Kent Lexus Jazz & Wine Fest September 16, 2017 Photos by: Rajiv KC
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HIGH SCORE SALOON
Electronic utopia: Super cool arcade scheduled for late fall opening in Evansville
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ome important details may still be up in the air - like exactly when and where the business will open - but one way or another, the High Score Saloon is coming to Evansville in late fall. We'll report back when everything is finalized, but for now, here's what you need to know: Christmas is coming early for tristate fans of vintage/modern pinball machines and classic/contemporary video games. Oh, and you can thank Clint Hoskins and Jared Neible for your good fortune. Both from the Evansville area, the two gamers actually met while on spring break at Panama City Beach, of all places. "We've been friends and drinking buddies ever since," Neible says. And soon they'll be business partners. In truth, they've been working
together for a while now, contracting out various video games and pinball machines from a shared collection of over 70 to Secret Headquarters, a comic bookstore on Evansville's north side, and other local places. The arrangement has panned out nicely to this point, but now this ying/yang duo - financial mind, Hoskins/repair guy, Neible - is ready to run the show. In other words, it's nearly high noon at the High Score Saloon. "We've been storing most of our games at my house - in fact, I bought a house just so I could store games," Neible explains with a laugh. "Games in my kitchen, in my living room. I tell people that I live in a warehouse."
The impressive inventory includes classics like stand-up Donkey Kong, Ms. Pac-Man, Galaga, Centipede, Joust, Simpsons, Tetris and Hydro Thunder, plus sit-down Frogger and a staggering number of pinball machines - which are very difficult to keep up and running, according to Neible. Approximately 2030 of these games will feature inside the High Score Saloon on a rotating basis, based on maintenance and, naturally, popularity. Also rotating in and out: craft beer and wine. See, Hoskins and Neible aren't just crazy about video games. Indeed, they also share a passion for adult beverages ("drinking buddies" probably gave it away), a nice selection of which will be available for patrons to enjoy while doing battle on screen. So, all the pieces are in place. Now it's just a matter of finding the right location for the High Score Saloon. Hoskins and Neible have their sights set on the perfect spot but in case it falls through, several backup plans are in the works. Really, the only thing left up for debate is the pricing set-up. Some arcades charge players a flat fee, but the guys are considering several options. Regardless, Evansville is about to re-enter an era of entertainment that
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"We've been storing most of our games at my house - in fact, I bought a house just so I could store games," Neible explains with a laugh. "Games in my kitchen, in my living room. I tell people that I live in a warehouse." somehow got lost in the (iPod) shuffle, so to speak. And not a moment too soon what with everyone staring at their phones all day - time to get back to some truly interactive games. And now a few questions for Jared Neible... Will you have tournaments? Yes, we'll do things like have a Galaga tourney with proceeds going to charities like the Humane Society. We do a lot of that now at Secret Headquarters. Most people think of arcades as nerd hangouts. Do you expect to see women at High Score? Well, most people don't know this, but a woman was actually one of the main designers of Centipede. Plus, women seem to really be drawn to pinball machines, so there will definitely be a mix of people at High Score. Trust me, we don't want it to be guys night here all the time. And finally... best and worst video games of all time? My favorite is Q*bert. I built one from the ground up because I couldn't find one reasonably-priced. So, I bought a cabinet and all the parts and put it together in about 4-5 hours. The worst game is probably Defender. It seems to be universally hated, mostly because it's too hard. But I also don't care much for Ghostbusters or more contemporary sports games like Big Buck Hunter and Golden Tee Golf. For updates, follow High Score Saloon on Facebook.
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | UPCOMING EVENTS
International Bluegrass Music Museum Fall Concert Series
Progressive bluegrass and country acts lined up for October performances
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very Fall Concert Series at the IBMM is special, but this season's talented lineup of performers may well be the last to grace the stage at the current location in downtown Owensboro before the transition to the new Bluegrass Museum building takes place in the spring. As a result, these final shows are taking on even greater significance, and tri-state music fans should not miss this opportunity to be a part of local history. Especially considering the sheer number of legendary acts that have passed through the "old" IBMM over the years - too many to count. And now there are just five performances to go... The Fall Concert Series got off to a bang last month with a set by the Kenny & Amanda Smith Band, a duo nominated for two IBMA awards. Now the series kicks into high gear with a double dose of progressive bluegrass and country in October. 10/5: The Stray Birds hail from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Over the last seven years, the band has played hundreds of shows and honed its sound, culminating in the release of 2016's Magic Fire, the trio's third and most acclaimed album (praised by NPR's World CafĂŠ for its "strong harmonies and sharp songwriting"). 10/20: Bill & the Belles call Johnson City, Tennessee home. This old-time quartet breathes new life into the sounds of early country music with rich harmonies and expert instrumentation. Their "contemporary reimagining of a bygone era" has earned them an IBMA Momentum Award nomination.
Bill & The Belles
Looking ahead to next month, you can catch award-winning singer-songwriter Donna Ulisse on November 3 and the one and only Robbie Fulks on November The Stray Birds 16. All shows begin at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit bluegrassmuseum.org. The IBMM is located at 117 Daviess St. in Owensboro.
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | ART
HEATHER LANDRY
Self-actualization or burnout? Local artist for hire finds herself at a creative crossroads
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hen kids enter the equation, most parents are forced to put things like creative endeavors on the backburner, but for Evansville's Heather Landry, the arrival of her first born and especially her difficult second pregnancy - actually spurred a serious uptick in her artwork. The 36-year-old mom started producing digital paintings at a brisk clip and freelancing on occasion, a welcome opportunity. "My family was able to structure itself so I could stay at home with the kiddos for a couple more years," she says. "It was the first time in my life that I was able to concentrate on art for so long."
"My art has grown by leaps and bounds since I've been at Memory Portraits."
Having kids not only freed Landry up to create more, it also changed her artistic mindset. In high school, she approached her work in a more traditional sense, using soft pastels, acrylic paints and charcoals on paper and canvas - "That's what I thought of art as," she explains. But as the years went by and motherhood beckoned, Landry's perspective slowly changed. "When I had children, I realized how great it could be to have art that was a nonexistent thing on a file somewhere - it didn't have to exist unless I printed it," she says. From that point forward, she went full-on digital, inspired by her interest in video games growing up. Landry's new, less-traditional approach perfectly complemented her dark themes drawn from legends, fables, myths and
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especially horror movies. But her biggest influence has always been her subconscious. "90% of all art I do is based on dreams," she says. "I sketch it out and then start the building and layering process." And the process goes something like this: Landry comes up with a "real simple" form on her computer tablet and starts overlaying photos or textures often "horrible" smart phone pics of everything from "schmutz on the wall to neat grass or rocks somewhere, chicken bones, hamburger helper, etc." After she's made a collage of sorts, it's transferred to a painting program that allows her to start drawing and painting on top of it. Ultimately, she may opt to make a print-out and continue to paint over the image with acrylics or inks, metallic paints, spray
been shown several times over the last few years at places like PG Cafe on Franklin Street. And last month, her paintings were included in the popular Space Madness event (hosted by the local Arts Council of Doom) at Angel Mounds along with a number of other incredibly talented tri-state artists. Even better, she debuted a solo show at the aforementioned PG on September 15 that runs through October 12. Titled "Premorse," the comprehensive exhibition signals a fork in the creative road as indicated in the press release: "...the pieces follow the narrative of Landry's artistic life over the past decade and end up in a heady culmination that must either lead to self-actualization, or burnout." So is this a new beginning or the end of her creative evolution? That remains to be seen.
paints, threads, cloth, torn canvas - and on and on. As Landry notes, each piece is constantly evolving and that's the beauty of the process. The creative possibilities are endless. Back when Landry was attending USI in the early 2000s, she wasn't even thinking about a career in art. In fact, in a nod to her love of science, she initially majored in biology and chemistry. And she was humming right along until... "I hit the ceiling with organic chemistry - comparative anatomy, which is like pre-med stuff," she explains. "I wasn't enjoying myself like I had with physics and other science classes. I decided that I wasn't as good at all that as I was at art, so I decided to man-up and pursue my passion since I think I have a more natural facility for it." Landry promptly changed course, shifting to a studio art major with an emphasis in printmaking. Postcollege, however, the employment landscape forced her to take regular jobs and work graveyard shifts on occasion - but that actually played in her favor, offering the opportunity to read
and create on the clock. Then about two years ago, Landry finally landed that elusive art-based position at Memory Portraits in Evansville. There, she uses Photoshop to extensively reconstruct and fix poor photos and make them look like paintings - often for display at funerals or family reunions. "It's fascinating because every picture presents a new challenge," Landry says. "My job helps me immensely, because it's eight hours of drawing practice every day. My art has grown by leaps and bounds since I've been at Memory Portraits." Many in the tight-knit Evansville art community agree. Landry's dark, complex work has
Either way, Landry's body of work to date is quite stunning - and very affordable. Previous shows have sold-out before opening night and "Premorse" did much the same. So, what now? What if opportunities to do something on a grander scale arise? Will Landry pursue the limelight or stay the course? "I would prefer to keep my life the way it is - I'm sort of scared of becoming too successful. If I could sell paintings for good money but people wouldn't know me or know where I live, that would be ideal." *Landry is also hard at work on allstory, an experimental comic. To find out more and to view more of her artwork, visit sandpaperdaisy.com
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OCTOBER ARTS & ACTIVITIES
Join the fun with all of these great music and art activities around the Tri-State. Oct 1: Cody Jinks
The Saving Country Music Album of the Year award winner is proving that country music empowered by credibility has made its way to the masses. This did not happen overnight for Jinks, who has spent the better part of the last 10 years playing numerous empty bar rooms to a never-ending financial loss but never gave up. For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com Victory Theatre: 600 Main St., Evansville, IN / 7:30pm
Oct 1, 8, 10, 15 & 22: Blick Art Materials Free Workshops
Come join the fun and interact with other artists at these free October workshops: 10/1 (watercolor greeting cards), 10/8 (DIY watercolor journal), 10/10 (abstract pen & ink: fall foliage), 10/15 (acrylic mediums), 10/22 (bullet journal basics). Times: Sundays 1-3pm; Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm. For more info, call 812-476-9551. Blick Art Materials: 1364 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN
Oct 11: Brown Bag Performance Series
Local jazz favorite Monte Skelton will play selections from his new album, Inside My Head. CDs will be available at the Arts Council’s gallery shop. The Brown Bag Performance Series is a free program offered to the community by the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana. The series runs weekly from October through April at the Arts Council’s BSF Gallery. For more info, visit artswin.org or call 812-422-2111. Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana: 318 Main St., Evansville, IN / 12 noon
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Oct 12: MercyMe "Lifer Tour"
Since their debut in 2001, Grammy® nominated, multiple American Music Award and Dove Award winners MercyMe have sold millions of albums and garnered more than 28 No. 1 multi-format Christian radio singles and four consecutive mainstream radio hits with “I Can Only Imagine” (No. 4 AC/Top 25 on Top 40/Hot AC), “Here With Me” (No. 4 AC), “Homesick” (Top 10 AC) and “So Long Self.” Their radio success has continued with recent singles “Flawless" (No. 1 for 15 weeks) and "Greater" (No. 1 for 16 weeks), landing them the Top Christian Airplay Artist spot on Billboard's 2015 Year End charts. For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com Ford Center: 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Evansville, IN / 7pm
Oct 14: Jason Aldean "They Don't Know" Tour
With his seventh album, They Don’t Know, Aldean continues to lead the way, advancing the sound and style that helped define today’s country music. With his first release since 2014’s Old Boots, New Dirt - which debuted at number one on the Billboard album chart - the reigning Academy of Country Music Entertainer of the Year returns with a crowd-pleasing array of emotions and observations, from sizzling party-starters to hard-earned heartbreak. Special guests Chris Young, Kane Brown, and Deejay Silver. For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com Ford Center: 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Evansville, IN / 7:30pm
Oct 14: Kansas
For the first time in its 43-year history, Kansas is performing the 1977 hit album Leftoverture in its entirety. The tour showcases more than two hours of classic Kansas music including hit songs, deep cuts, and songs from their new album, The Prelude Implicit. For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com Victory Theatre: 600 Main St., Evansville, IN / 8pm
Oct 13: Josh Turner
Multi-platinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than 12.5 million units, is a disciple of traditional country music and one of the youngest members of the esteemed Grand Ole Opry. From his 2003 platinumselling debut Long Black Train to his most recent 2017 Billboard No. 1 release, Deep South, Turner has garnered multiple Grammy, CMA, and ACM nominations. Turner’s hits include “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “Firecracker,” “Would You Go with Me,” “All Over Me,” and “Time Is Love,” the most played country song of 2012. For tickets and more info, visit owensborocenter.com Owensboro Convention Center: 501 W. 2nd St., Owensboro, KY / 8pm
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Oct 14: Global Crossroads Culture & Music Festival
University of Southern Indiana, Historic New Harmony, and Under the Beams present this daylong festival of food, art, music, and culture. For more info, call 812-682-4488. Ribeyre Center: 603 Main St., New Harmony, IN
Oct 14-16: Explore More Weekend
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Come into Blick Art Materials this weekend for a sale on select printing supplies plus demos and raffles. For more info, call 812476-9551. Blick Art Materials: 1364 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN
Oct 19: Matthew West "All In" Tour
Matthew West is a four-time Grammy nominee, a multiple-ASCAP Christian Music Songwriter/Artist of the Year winner and Dove Award recipient, and was awarded an American Music Award (2013), a Billboard Music Award (Top Christian Artist, 2014), a K-LOVE Fan Award (2016), and named Billboard’s Hot Christian Songwriter of the Year (2016). West also received a Primetime Emmy® Award nomination for Original Music & Lyrics for “The Heart of Christmas” from the film of the same name. Special guest Jordan Feliz. For tickets and more info, visit owensborocenter.com Owensboro Convention Center: 501 W. 2nd St., Owensboro, KY / 7pm
Oct 21: Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias
Celebrating his 20th year in standup comedy, comedian/actor Gabriel Iglesias launched a new world comedy tour in 2017. He's one of America's most successful stand-up comedians performing to sold-out concerts around the world. Wrapping up his current #FluffyBreaksEven World Tour, the comedian has had the distinct honor of being one of the few to headline and sell-out Madison Square Garden and the Microsoft Theater. For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com or call 812-4355770. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St., Evansville, IN / 8pm
Oct 21-22: Four Rivers Arts & Crafts Harvest Home Festival
Each year, nearly 200 booths are exclusively filled with handmade merchandise, including woodcrafts, needlecrafts, pottery, glass, soap, jewelry, floral arrangements,
and an assortment of baked goods and treats, for the Four Rivers Arts & Crafts Harvest Home Festival. For more info, visit 4riversartsandcrafts.com Dubois County 4-H Fairgrounds: 4157 Highway 162, Huntingburg, IN
Oct 21-22: Reid's Orchard Apple Festival
Just a quick drive from Evansville, Reid's Orchard’s annual Apple Festival offers delicious food, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and hayrides for two days of family fun. For more info, visit reidorchard.com or call 270685-2444. Reid's Orchard: 4818 Kentucky 144, Owensboro, KY
Kimberling, and Beverly Lacy - will bring a unique musical experience as they present Six Hands - One Piano. The Brown Bag Performance Series is a free program offered to the community by the Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana. The series runs weekly from October through April at the Arts Council’s BSF Gallery. For more info, visit artswin.org or call 812-422-2111. Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana: 318 Main St., Evansville, IN / 12 noon
Oct 27-29: Blick Halloweekend
If you're looking for spooky good deals on select costume/decoration making supplies for Halloween, check out Blick Art Materials this weekend. There will also be demos and raffles. For more info, call 812-476-9551. Blick Art Materials: 1364 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN
Oct 28: Collectors Carnival Craft & Vendor Fair
Oct 22: Jay Owenhouse: The Authentic Illusionist
Jay Owenhouse, a legendary escape artist, has amazed millions on T.V. in Masters of Illusions and Magic on the Edge. The Salt Lake Tribune calls him “Simply Amazing!” and The Tokyo Times calls the elaborate production “Truly Magic, a Must See!” Jay welcomes you into his mysterious world of wonder and the impossible. You will experience a night of grand illusions with the most amazing magic in the world, Bengal tigers up close, dangerous escapes, and inspiring storytelling. For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com or call 812-435-5770. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St., Evansville, IN / 3pm
Oct 25: Brown Bag Performance Series
The Fabulous Five - Eulalie Wilson, Beverly Attinger, Ethel Weston, Margaret
The Saturday-only mini show features a wide range of handcrafted items and home-based businesses such as Nerium, Pampered Chef, Advocare, Tupperware, and Norwex. For more info, visit collectorscarnivalshows.com or call 812-471-9419. Vanderburgh County Fairgrounds: 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Rd., Evansville, IN / 9am-4pm
Oct 29: Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents: Wicked Divas
Give in to your inner diva and join the EPO for a wicked-good afternoon of Diva showstoppers from the world of Broadway, opera and pop featuring Elphaba and Glinda from the Broadway production of Wicked. In addition to favorites from the "untold tale of the witches of Oz," Alli Mauzey and Nicole Parker also take the stage to perform favorites from Wicked, Gypsy, Ragtime, Titanic and Carmen. For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com Victory Theatre: 600 Main St., Evansville, IN / 4pm
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | FASHION ADVICE
This Month's Local Blogger Shout-Out: Ellie Hungry and Hopeful hungryandhopeful.wordpress.com
With Hailey Reynolds How to look unique and festive this autumn season on a college kid's budget
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he weather has officially declared that fall is here to stay. Overnight, Evansville has exploded into a mess of ankle booties, flannels, and blanket scarves. Don't get me wrong, I love a good sweater and riding boots, it is a classic fall look, but I like to stand out a little more than the average girl. The issue at hand? I am living on a college kid's budget which means I can’t afford to buy billions of one of a kind sweaters and scarves. I have to make do with what has either been handed down to me or what I can drum up from the back of my closet. So in an effort to help you look both unique and festive this autumn
season, here are a few things to add to your wardrobe that you can pair with any outfit. Moto Leggings: I got these leggings last year and I am still obsessed with them. Waking up on those cold fall mornings and putting a pair of jeans on is just not my jam, so these have become my new best friend. These leggings look cute with most t-shirts but give a more structured and put together look than just a pair of black leggings. The Jacket: We all have that jacket that basically goes with everything and becomes your staple look for the fall months. I have two. This suede jacket is for those days when I need a little more bohemia in my life. A leather jacket is also perfect for a day when you need to take on the world with a little more "bad ass" in your step. Both jackets keep me cozy and festive. The Boots: While I practically live in my black booties, as most girls do, they do not give me the support and warmth I need when it gets a little colder. I bought my first pair of Timberland Boots this week and I have already fallen in love with them. The
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My best friend and I adore Teavana, and just learned that it's going out of business. (Sad!) After having a short cry party about it, I dug through my cabinets and made more than a few cups of my all-time favorite, their Peach Tranquility blend, which is my favorite way to relax after a long day in class.
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grey color makes them stand out a little more when compared to the rest of the “Timb” boots. They are tough but still have a feminine flair.
Follow Hailey online at haileyreynolds45.wixsite.com/ thebohemianprepster.
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OCTOBER COMMUNITY & FAMILY Get involved and have some fun with these great community activities around the Tri-State. Oct 1-7: Fall Festival This weeklong festival on Franklin Street includes carnival attractions, more than 126 food booths, amateur talent competitions, free entertainment, and a parade. This event attracts more than 200,000 people to Evansville's west side and is considered to be one of the largest street festivals in the U.S. For more info, visit nutclubfallfestival.com West Franklin Street: Evansville, IN
Oct 6: Community One Golf Outing Join Community One at Cambridge Golf Course for a day of golf and fun. This year's event registration includes lunch and refreshments, green fees and cart rental, and competitive games and prizes. A variety of sponsorship options are available. For more info, contact courtney.mickel@community1.org Cambridge Golf Course: 1034 Beacon Hill, Evansville, IN
Oct 7-8: Fiesta Evansville Fiesta Evansville is the city's Hispanic Heritage Month and International Diversity celebration, featuring a colorful multicultural parade followed by a vibrant celebration of cultures with continuous musical performances on one central stage by international and local members of our diverse community. Mariachi music, Latin American folk dancing, salsa contest and salsa class, interactive displays from sponsors, door prizes, arts & crafts and authentic foods from many international countries all bringing everyone together at Fiesta Evansville. For more info, visit
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Goebel Soccer Complex: 6800 N. Green River Rd., Evansville, IN / 12-5pm
Oct 12: Put Some Bling On It! Tri-State Medical Alliance will host the third annual "Put Some Bling On It!" style show featuring the newest fall and holiday fashions on the runway, with jewelry “bling” provided by The Diamond Galleria. A live auction, silent auction, and boutique vendor shopping will ensure a fun time for every guest. All proceeds are returned to tri-state area organizations working to improve the lives of women, children, and families in need. Lunch at noon followed by the style show. For more info, call 812-4837825. Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Rd., Evansville, IN / 10am
Oct 13: Kids' Half Marathon Kids will run or walk 12 miles (about 1 mile per day) leading up to the event and complete their thirteenth mile on the Half Marathon course at the “official” finish line. For more info, visit ymcaswin.org or call 812-423-9622. Riverside Drive and Vine Street (near Vectren Headquarters) / 5:45pm
Oct 13: Third Annual Spellbound Ball Don your best masquerade costume for this third annual event featuring dinner, live music, and silent and live auctions to benefit the Parenting Time Center. For more info, visit parentingtimecenter.org or call 812-759-1543. Cambridge Golf Club: 1034 Beacon Hill,
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Oct 14: Evansville Half Marathon The 14th running of the Evansville Half Marathon starts and finishes along the riverfront in downtown Evansville with a route through Bayard Park, Akin and Garvin parks, and the Greenway. For more info, visit evansvillehalfmarathon. org or call 812-423-9622. Downtown Evansville Riverfront
Oct 14: A Time of Celebration 10th Annual Gala Enjoy an evening of dinner, raffles, and silent and live auctions. All proceeds go to Albion Fellows Bacon Center’s domestic and sexual violence shelter and services. For more info, visit albionfellowsbacon.org or call 812-4229372. St. Mary’s Manor: 3700 Washington Ave., Evansville, IN
Oct 14: Wandering Owl Beer & Wine Trail Stroll along the network of trails that surround Wesselman Woods Nature Center while enjoying food and beverages from local restaurants and live entertainment. Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more info, visit wesselmannaturesociety.org or call 812479-0771. Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve: 551 N. Boeke Rd. / 3-6pm
Oct 16: 2017 SMILE Mile Join SMILE on Down Syndrome for their 16th anniversary advocacy walk. The morning includes fitness, food, fun, and entertainment. For more info, visit smileondownsyndrome.org Vanderburgh County 4-H Center: 201 E. Boonville New Harmony Rd. / 9am-12pm
Oct 19: AAF of Greater Evansville presents Auctionfest The AAF of Greater Evansville hosts
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Auctionfest, a fundraising opportunity with entertainment provided. There are live media auction and silent auctions to raise money for programs and education. For more info, visit aafevv. com or call 812-423-3843. Tropicana Evansville: 421 NW Riverside Dr., Evansville, IN / 5:30-9pm
Oct 20-22: Historic Newburgh Ghost Walks Tour guides share some of the spookier legends of Newburgh’s history. Learn about the Civil War, Underground Railroad, and Newburgh river lore. Meet some of the ghosts of the townspeople as they share stories from the past. For more info, visit historicnewburgh.org or call 812-853-2815. Preservation Hall: 200 State St., Newburgh, IN
Oct 21: SMILE on Down Syndrome Trucks & Heroes Join SMILE on Down Syndrome for their fifth annual Trucks & Heroes meet and greet event. View some of the area’s finest service and business vehicles and meet the men and women who make our area great. Fun for the whole family. For more info, visit smileondownsyndrome.org Deaconess Gateway Newburgh / 9am-12pm
Oct 21: Mainklin Beer Run The annual Mainklin Street Beer Run features more beer, more bars and more people with stops at local bars. The run visits Backstage Bar & Grill, Franklin Street Tavern, Lamasco Bar & Grill, Peephole Bar & Grill, Piston’s, Sportsman’s Grille & Billiards, and Ri Ra Irish Pub. For more info, follow Franklin Street Events Association on Facebook. West Franklin Street & Downtown Evansville, IN / 3pm
Oct 21-22: 44th Annual Fort Massac Encampment Experience the food, fun and history of the 44th annual Fort Massac Encampment!Thundering booms
of cannons, a tempting assortment of period-authentic food, children's activities, historical re-enactors & craftspeople, plus authentically uniformed troops and mock battle. History comes to life in the park! For more info, visit metropolistourism.com/ events/encampment or call 877-4245025. Metropolis, IL
Oct 21-22: Evansville Lapidary Society's 51st Annual Gem Mineral & Fossil Show This show offers something for every rock lover: beads, jewelry, minerals, fossils, specimens, carvings, cabochons, tumbled stones, slabs, rough, geodes, and more. Join in our many activities - hourly door prize drawings, silent auction, working lapidary demonstrations, and a great raffle with a large display crystal for the grand prize. We have a junior rockhound booth hosted by our very own kids club, arrowhead and artifacts group (bring your unknowns), fluorescent display, and a free tumbled stone for all the kids at the club booth, plus a 285 Lb geode on-site. Food trucks outside and free parking. $1 admission, 12 & under free. CK Newsome Community Center: 100 Walnut St., Evansville, IN / Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Oct 28: Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge Appreciation Day
Join the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge as they celebrate “A World of Waters and Wildlife” at their annual Refuge Appreciation Day. View and learn about the different kinds of fish, taken from the Patoka Refuge waters, that will be on display in the ORSANCO 2000 gallon fish tank. See a live birds of prey presentation by Talon Trust, and learn about “Archeology in your Community” presented by Rachel Sarkey from the IDNR Division of Historic Preservation and Archeology and much more. To learn more about this FREE event, visit patokarefugefriends.org or Facebook.
Wirth Park: State Road 64, Oakland City, IN / 9am-2pm
Oct 28-29: Halloween on Franklin The community is invited to experience the all-day Halloween on Franklin. The celebration begins with a 5K, and features a Fall Harvest Farmers Market, a costume parade, hayrides, Zombie Pub Crawl, and more. For more info, follow Franklin Street Events Association on Facebook. West Franklin Street: Evansville, IN
Oct 26-28: Grey Lady Ghost Tours Since the 1930s, Willard Library employees and patrons have talked about the Grey Lady, the ghost believed to haunt the library. Learn more about the legend of this apparition when you tour the Victorian Gothic building. Registration is necessary. For more info, visit willard. lib.in.us or call 812-425-4309.
Willard Library: 21 N. First Ave., Evansville, IN
Family Night! EVERY TUESDAY 5PM-Close
$1.38 KID SCOOP * PLUS TAX
$1.72 REGULAR SCOOP * PLUS TAX
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SUCCESS STORIES & FUTURE FRIENDS VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY
Each month we’ll be checking in with the VHS for the latest good news and to help find furever homes for some of their more unique/older residents.
CADENCE: Cadence is a female Chihuahua who is about 12 years old. She and twelve other small dogs were brought to the VHS from a “backyard breeder” in Warrick County who passed away. Cadence has likely been a momma many times in her life, and she’s ready to be an empty-nester on someone’s lap at home. Her adoption fee is $120. She’ll go home spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and heartworm-tested for that fee!
BUBBA: Bring on the black cat myths, world! Bubba is about the sweetest, handsomest, lovingest cat there ever was. He will look great on your lap no matter what you’re wearing, and you’d never lose him in a snowstorm! He and his three siblings had to be surrendered with their previous owner fell on hard times. He loves the company of other cats and he will gladly let you hold him. Bubba’s current address is 226 Main Street, which happens to be the River Kitty Cat Café, until he finds a forever home. His adoption fee is $30 and he’s ready to go home the same day!
ADOPTION SPOTLIGHT JESSICA SCHMITT & ZEE
An only child, Boonville native Jessica Schmitt was raised in the country and spent many of her early years surrounded by animals - especially during the period when her family lived on an eight-acre farm. Along with two dogs, they had nearly 30 felines that were rescued from around the area (they all slept quite cozily in the barn), so it's no surprise that Schmitt refers to herself as a "cat lady" - but not in a crazy kind of way, mind you. After getting married, she and her husband moved into an apartment and were initially unable to have a pet. But a couple of years later, the situation changed, so the happy couple headed over to the VHS to find a furry friend. "We walked into the cat room, and Zee wouldn't let us get by him," Schmitt says. "He was the most loving cat I've ever met. We knew then that he was perfect for us." Zee transitioned very easily to his new surroundings and nine months later, he continues to be a source of joy for them. "He is still very active, loving, and loves to play - but he also enjoys his cat naps!"
MR. POTATO: You never know what you’ll find when you walk into the VHS. Bunnies and hamsters and rats, oh my! Mr. Potato is a Syrian hamster and he’s up for adoption. Do you want to start out your family with a pocket pet? Why go to a pet store when you can rescue an animal who needs a home? The one thing you need to know about him is: he LOVES his exercise ball. He zooms around the VHS lobby during enrichment time like he’s headed to a Black Friday Yogi sale. Mr. Potato’s adoption fee is $5. It doesn’t include any supplies (or Yogis) but the VHS usually has some gently-used water bottles, toys, and occasionally cages for sale in the lobby.
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | UPCOMING EVENTS
NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | UPCOMING EVENTS
9th ANNUAL MARCH FOR JESUS
RIVERSIDE DRIVE & OHIO STREET | OCTOBER 21 | NOON-5 P.M.
Howloween Costume Ball BALLROOM AT SAUCED | OCTOBER 21 | 6-9 P.M.
Fundraiser for area animal rescue guaranteed to be a frighteningly good time September saw PC Pound Puppies animal rescue host Pedaling for Pups, the Posey County-based organization's popular annual fundraiser. The family-friendly bike ride through the New Harmony area - which always runs in tandem with Kuntsfest weekend - helps to pay for the care of the dogs and keeps this wonderful volunteer operation up and running. But not to worry if you missed out, because October brings another opportunity to support PC Pound Puppies and all of the great work that they do for our community. On October 21, the Ballroom at Sauced Italian Restaurant in downtown Evansville will host a Howloween Costume Ball featuring a costume contest overseen by celebrity judges from around the tri-state: Kat Mykals, Jackie Brown, Shawn Kennedy and Ryan Hatfield. In addition, there will be a delicious pasta buffet, cash bar and Heads or Tails for a little interactive fun. It's guaranteed to be a frighteningly good time for all with proceeds benefiting PC Pound Puppies. Tickets for the event are available at eventbrite.com and will not be sold at the door.
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very October since 2008, followers of Jesus Christ, including area pastors, have gathered downtown to march for their savior. This free event exists to promote the Son of God and to provide an opportunity for participants to spend an afternoon together in the name of the Lord. Followers walk to the downtown Evansville Four Freedoms Monument for prayer and then on to Kid's Kingdom Park for praise and worship and food and fellowship. For those unable to walk, you are invited to join the gathering at Kid's Kingdom and take part in this community celebration of Jesus Christ. This event has grown every year with followers of all ages and from all backgrounds coming together to march and share in their religious devotion. It's always an inspiring afternoon for everyone involved, so don't miss this opportunity to be a part of March for Jesus. Questions: visit the March for Jesus Evansville Facebook page or contact Kendra Stevens @ 812202-9155 / Jo Henderson @ 812483-0051 / Summer Morgan @ 812-499-9826 / Brittney Adams @ 812-774-0348 / Karen Lopez @ 812-550-6867
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The Ballroom at Sauced is located at 1113 Parrett St. in downtown Evansville. For more info, visit pcpoundpuppies.webs.com or follow them on Facebook.
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | RELIGION
ASK THE PASTOR with Kevin Fleming of First Presbyterian Church
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THE WRITE STUFF with Jonathan Gluff
Is there any religious basis for the recent display of hatred in Charlottesville?
The recent events in Charlottesville, Virginia have left the country reeling. We have been left with the painful images of violence – past and present. We were given the heartrending reminder that hatred is still a part of our national fabric. We are, once again, being forced to recall and relive some of the darkest moments of our history. As a clergyperson, I want to say this to everyone reading these words: there can be no religious basis for the hatred and violence that we saw displayed in Charlottesville. Every religious tradition, with which I familiar, would agree. Hatred, violence, oppression, intimidation, bullying, and the deprivation of human dignity are antithetical to authentic and genuine faith. Even more disturbing than the actions of Charlottesville are the reverberations in our own Evansville/Tri-State community. The practitioners of hatred are laying plans for raising their witness in Evansville. I urge all people of good will to simply ignore them. Do not engage with them. By all means, do not confront them. Simply leave them alone. By doing so, as my tradition teaches, “you will heap burning coals on their heads.” Reach out to those who see a better way. Break down the walls that divide. Bring to reality this statement: “E is for everyone.” Remember Martin Luther King’s words: “hate is simply too great a burden to bear.” First Presbyterian Church is located at 609 SE 2nd St. / 812-423-6297.
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Injustice is Swift (Or Why am I Again Defending People I can't Stand?)
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ometimes, by the time I get to write about a subject, it’s no longer relevant. Case in point: A ridiculous clickbait article about everyone’s favorite pop-country chanteuse, Taylor Swift, that popped up in my newsfeed near the end of August that claimed she was everyone’s favorite buzzword “problematic.” But while the article may have passed by the public eye without notice, I certainly blinked more than a few times. Titled “'5 Important Reasons I Can't Love Taylor Swift Anymore,” the piece is full of hard-hitting facts. Facts that really matter and can help heal the racial divide in this country. Facts like… her use of the term “squad” is cultural appropriation? (Apparently, that word was never used before its adoption as a Twitter hashtag in mid-2015. Or at least that’s what this Bustle.com piece would have us believe.) Or that her aforementioned “squad” consisting mostly of women who are similar in appearance to her somehow constitutes… actually, I’m not really sure of the point they were trying to make here, and I’m not sure the author was either. I guess that dictating the height, weight, ethnicity, and perceived attractiveness of a celebrity’s friends is their idea of how to solve issues of race and discrimination in our country. (I could be wrong, but I think
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trying to force someone to hang out with people of specific races or ethnicities is the opposite of how to solve that problem…) Make no mistake - I’m no fan of Taylor Swift’s. (Not because of some shallow, trendy, faux-outrage, but because her music is shallow, trendy, faux-country.) But there is a real social injustice being done here: This Tumblr post masquerading as a legitimate article trying to call out supposed racism is belittling actual racism. Working with the public for many years in the retail sector, I’ve seen real racism. I’ve seen a customer request a different cashier because he didn’t want to check out with a black cashier. I’ve heard a customer accuse a store manager of getting her position solely because of the color of her skin and not the fact that she was perhaps the mostrespected manager in the store by all the employees. A retailer kowtowed to a customer’s demands that a white driver deliver his appliances. These things are racist, and to equate them to a nasally, whiny, melodramatic pop star’s friends makes me wonder how cushy a life that writer must have.
NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | LOCAL OPINION
WORDS FROM WHITNEY In Remembrance of Whitney Patterson
When you choose to form a family, it's for life
On Thursday, September 21st a beautiful soul, a loyal friend, a down to earth, ‘take what you get from me and live with it’ person, a caring spirit, a great writer and a sister to those that knew her, was taken from all of us at News 4U.
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o, when are you going to have kids?" This is a question that plagues (mostly) women from an early age. Asked by family members, friends, and even strangers, for some, it can be an unwelcome and uncomfortable query. The choice to procreate or not is a deeply personal one. In long-term, monogamous relationships, it's only a matter of time before this becomes a common topic at holiday celebrations, and as time goes on, more couples are choosing to abstain from having children, much to the chagrin of grandmas across the world. Maybe it's because of the dynamic of courting realism in today's world - couples are less likely to force a relationship to stay intact like previous generations were taught, and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Millennials also seem to acknowledge their lack of appropriate income to care for children, or ultimately, they just... don't want to spawn. Of course, chances are, if you know an individual or a couple in this age group, whether they are childless or not, they more than likely own at least one pet, and it's not a goldfish. The #furbaby craze has taken social media by storm, and folks get straight up offended by human child-breeders' dismissal of adopting animals as a valid source of familial care-taking. When people split up or divorce, an immediate shrugged response by those holier-than-thou soccer moms is, "at least you don't have kids." Wtf? So, because I chose not to recklessly shoot out a few kids in today's environment means that my grief isn't worthy? Or that I
haven't lost a family I dearly love? As someone without human children, this mentality makes my eye twitch. Not only have I decided in the past several years that I would indeed like to carry or adopt a child - something that is highly difficult as a single lesbian - I am also one of two proud mommas of two sweet and exhausting dogs. Starting over after the loss of a longterm relationship is hard enough - I cannot imagine losing the ability to spend time with, raise, and love on our babies. Thankfully, I'm lucky enough to have a former partner who gets it, and we've made decisions together as a family to keep the girls together, to share responsibility and time with them for their sake, because they're innocent and this is the only life they know. She and I may not be together, but we share the belief that when you choose to form a family, whether it's by birth or adoption, human or not, it's for life. So, the next time you decide to pressure someone about their choices, just don't. And for the love of whatever, don't whip out the "at leasts" when people are going through a split. Instead, attempt to put yourself in their situation and be grateful for what you have.
We decided to publish her last ‘Words From Whitney’ because that’s what she loved to write and that’s what she would have wanted. We’ll miss Whitney every single day and News 4U will never be the same without her spirit, spunk, opinions and realness. Our hearts are heavy with sadness, our world is shaken and our thoughts and prayers are with Whitney’s friends and family. Whitney, thank you for the time you spent with us, the words you gave us, your loyalty, your smile and your heart. We all loved you very much and will miss you dearly. - Brian, Tommy, TJ, Terri, Lexie, Jen, Kelsey and Jessica Publisher’s Note: If you are worried about your thoughts or feelings, it’s important to reach out for help. There are many options when it comes to dealing with suicidal thoughts or feelings. No matter how bad your problems are or how dark life may seem, there are people who care. Nothing is worth losing your life. To learn how to spot the signs of someone that’s suicidal and help prevent it please visit. www. save.org
Signed, Whitney Patterson, a dedicated co-fur-parent
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | LOCAL WRITER
"CROW" by John Thurgood
PATWA'S PERSPECTIVE Boycott The Bachelor?
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he night after his dad's funeral, Charlie sat on his back stoop and drank a single beer, sipping it slow enough that the last gulp was warm from his hands. He crushed the can and tossed it toward the garbage receptacles near his garage. He wasn't prone to acts of defiance, but given the circumstances, he allowed himself to relish in his outburst. Not long after, a crow landed atop the plastic trash bin and turned as crows do to look directly at him. Charlie wanted to think the crow's appearance meant something, but being the educated man he was, it was hard to place too much faith in a kingdom of which humans reigned supreme. The next day, he found a crow perched on the hood of his Hyundai Sonata. It seemed absurd to think it was the same crow from the night before. “Go away,” he told it as he stepped around to the driver's side door, careful not to provoke the bird. It flew off once he started the car. Relieved, he drove to work. He saw the crow again during lunch, and on his drive home. It didn't seem like much of a problem until he was in the meat department of his local grocery store. A woman in a black apron pointed behind Charlie. “Sir, you can't bring that in here.” Charlie turned to find the black crow standing on the front of his shopping cart. It pecked at a carton of eggs. The lid flipped back, and the crow flapped its wings, surprised. Charlie grabbed the bird and briskly walked out of the store, holding the animal close to his chest. It didn't struggle, and it felt warm in his hands, much warmer than he'd imagined. In the parking lot, he sat the crow on the roof of his car. “What do you want?” he asked it. The bird only blinked at him with its glassy black eyes. “All right. Fine.” Charlie put the crow in the passenger seat, and he drove the bird out to the old mill. His dad's grandpa had built a lumber company out of a land deed that had fallen into his hands through marriage or gambling or something nefarious. His family lore was still something of a mystery to him. The crow took flight when he opened the passenger door. He circled high over what was left of the old warehouse and entered through a broken window on the second floor. Charlie found it on a desk in a loft office. It tapped one of the drawers with its beak, and Charlie opened it. Inside, lay a Colt Dragoon Revolver. “What am I supposed to do with that?” Charlie asked the crow, but the bird only blinked its glossy eyes before unfolding its wings and flying away.
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Arie Luyendyk Jr. - who is that, you ask? Well that’s the same question millions of Bachelor fans had when the 36-year old race car driver was announced as the new Bachelor just last month on Good Morning America. This decision caused an uproar and a divide within Bachelor Nation itself, with many people proclaiming that they would refuse to watch the show and even boycott the franchise entirely. After months of teasing who the next Bachelor would be and with there being speculation going around about several of the top guys from Rachel Lindsay’s season of The Bachelorette, it was mind-blowing that they picked someone who was a runner-up on Emily Maynard’s season a whopping five years ago! The reason this is so weird is because normally the show picks someone who is a runner-up from the past season, which usually films in March and premieres in May, with The Bachelor filming in November and premiering in January. To me and the rest of Bachelor Nation, Peter Krauss from Madison, Wisconsin was the obvious choice. It made perfect sense that the hunky athletic trainer and business owner - ok, he owns an athletic training business and I’m sure he’s profited plenty off of his experience on The Bachelorette but boy is he cute with that salt and pepper hair and sexy smile - would get the coveted title. So is it really the end of the world that Arie was chosen? No. Honestly, Chris Harrison has said in many interviews that Krauss would be a good Bachelor someday and if the timing works, he just might be. So maybe we shouldn’t boycott The Bachelor after all. Even though the lead might not be the cheesehead heartthrob I was hoping for, I will still tune in to watch the friendships between the female contestants grow. Which is another reason why I love the show - but that’s another topic for another column. As for now, fans not happy with Arie being chosen should just suck it up because your favorite bae will probably be the Bachelor some day or end up on Bachelor in Paradise or the Winter Games. So don’t fret, grab your favorite rose and a group of friends and get ready to watch Arie Luyendyk Jr., ABC’s 2018 Bachelor, on Monday nights this upcoming January. - Marisa Patwa
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | MOVIE PREVIEWS
SHOWPLACE CINEMAS OCTOBER MOVIE PREVIEWS BLADE RUNNER 2049 (R) RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 6TH Starring: Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, Ana de Armas, Sylvia Hoeks, Robin Wright
Thirty years after the events of the first film, a new blade runner, LAPD Officer K, unearths a long-buried secret that has the potential to plunge what's left of society into chaos. K's discovery leads him on a quest to find Rick Deckard, a former LAPD blade runner who has been missing for 30 years.
THE MOUNTAIN BETWEEN US (PG-13)
RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 6TH Starring: Idris Elba, Kate Winslet, Beau Bridges, Dermot Mulroney
Stranded after a tragic plane crash, two strangers must forge a connection to survive the extreme elements of a remote snow covered mountain. When they realize help is not coming, they embark on a terrifying journey across hundreds of miles of wilderness, pushing one another to endure and igniting an unexpected attraction. The film is directed by Academy Award nominee Hany Abu-Asad and stars Academy Award winner Kate Winslet and Idris Elba.
HAPPY DEATH DAY (PG-13)
RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 13TH Starring: Jessica Rothe, Israel Broussard, Ruby Modine, Rachel Varela, Cariella Smith A college student relives the day of her murder with both its unexceptional details and terrifying end until she discovers her killer's identity.
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TYLER PERRY'S BOO 2! A MADEA HALLOWEEN (PG-13)
RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 20TH Starring: Tyler Perry, Inanna Sarkis, Brock O'Hurn, Diamond White, Lexy Panterra
Madea and the gang are back for this hilarious sequel. Madea, Bam and Hattie venture to a haunted campground and the group must literally run for their lives when monsters, goblins and the bogeyman are unleashed.
SUBURBICON (R)
RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 27TH Starring: Matt Damon, Julianne Moore, Noah Jupe, Woody Harrelson, Josh Brolin
Suburbicon is a peaceful, idyllic suburban community with affordable homes and manicured lawns … the perfect place to raise a family, and in the summer of 1959, the Lodge family is doing just that. But the tranquil surface masks a disturbing reality, as husband and father Gardner Lodge (Matt Damon) must navigate the town's dark underbelly of betrayal, deceit, and violence. This is a tale of very flawed people making very bad choices. This is Suburbicon.
NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | FILM REVIEWS
DEATH NOTE (TV-MA) NETFLIX Netflix’s adaptation of Death Note isn’t anywhere near as disappointing as other animes reworked for live-action. Remember Dragonball? Death Note is coherent, with a few decent performances, and a unique plot. The grim tale is grounded in an 80s-style young romance, which creates an extra Hollywood layer you don’t really get in the cartoon. However, although at the outset of the film it feels like an interesting new infusion, this narrative of teenage love ends up overdone and ruining the better aspects of the concept, in favor of cheap love and gore. The main character, Light, comes across as a god of death, armed with a book which allows him to off anyone - in any way he likes - just by writing their name and the details of their death in the Death Note book. Starting off as a vigilante punishing criminals, the absolute power quickly corrupts his and his love interest’s benevolent intentions. While the acclaimed anime masterfully tackles complex ideas such as subjective morality and theism, universal empathy, and losing yourself, the movie churns out a simple tragedy about two naive teens in love who each thought they knew best how to fix the world. - Laura Engram
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What Happened to Monday is the brutal tale of seven identical sisters - septuplets - living in a dystopian future where overpopulation has become a real and present hazard to society. To counteract the problem, the United States government has created the Child Allocation Bureau, which enacts merciless policies and enforcement regarding how many children can be born and how “unlawful” children are to be disposed of. Despite being a heavily visual and suspenseful thriller, these aspects only add to the deeply thoughtful questions the movie raises regarding the ethics and ultimate value, or lack thereof, in a GDP-geared society. It begs the questions: What does production and consumption actually mean for us? How can it mean anything, if life itself means so little? And as the world continues to grow, how can we prevent these evils? Now adults, each of the seven siblings are working together, as they have been their entire lives, in an attempt to survive under the guise of a single identity. However, by way of one sister’s romantic entanglement, their secret is accidently discovered, and the government sends agents after the rest of the septuplets to kidnap and assassinate them. The ride is both dramatic and intense. - Laura Engram
OCTOBER MOVIES 10/6 Blade Runner 2049 My Little Pony: The Movie The Mountain Between Us 10/13 The Foreigner Happy Death Day Marshall Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
10/20 Boo 2! A Madea Halloween Insidious: The Last Key Only the Brave The Snowman 10/27 All I See is You Jigsaw Suburbicon Thank You for Your Service
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SZA CTRL Top Dawg Entertainment SZA is an utterly stark new artist in the R&B world, with all her naked sincerity, as well as a unique, brutally passionate and vivacious vocal style. CTRL, her LP record debut, adds a sure, but experimentally innovative roundness and jive to each track, drawing from a variety of instruments and backgrounds, which feels different and pristine. Every track feels like beautifully complicated honesty and impulse. SZA is splattering herself onto a vibrant canvas of sexy, lively rhythm and hues. You’ll find yourself moving, but intently listening to her personal disquieted truths throughout the entire album. My favorite songs are "Normal Girl" and "Drew Barrymore" and “Garden (Say It Like Dat).” SZA croons in a velvety sigh, “Need you for the old me / Need you for my sanity… Can you remind me of my gravity?” Those words resound as something real in how we love, mingle, and experience each other, working in as her main theme. SZA offers a pragmatic elegance alongside her open heart and fresh beats in CTRL which will pull at you, sway your hips, and leave you feeling bright, inquisitive, and playful. - Laura Engram
BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE Hug of Thunder Arts & Crafts Broken Social Scene returns to us after seven years away with an intensely revving and climactic album, Hug of Thunder. For all the dramatic style and nuanced execution the fifteen members poured into this release, the most compelling songs for me are those like “Please Take Me with You,” which intersect these sensational elements with the soft whispers of plainspoken vocals or pivotal moments of musical quiet. Yet in all honesty, the album offers something to everyone. As such an involved project, not only is it easy to see why, but it is challenging to imagine that the sheer variety of performers harmoniously nodding to the album’s melodic and thematic consistency wouldn’t offer new things to nearly anyone. The overall feel of the album is weighty, but somehow the competing instrumentals all spark and bubble to something light and airy. This frothy iron quality churns out most noticeably in the title track and gains traction toward the compelling finale “Mouth Guards of the Apocalypse.” Most every track contains multifaceted emotions ranging from the joy of “Stay Happy” to the anxious desire of “Vanity Pale Kids.” - Laura Engram
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CHUCK BERRY Chuck Dualtone/Decca Before his death in March 2017, rock and roll pioneer Chuck Berry entered the studio one last time to record a final album. Chuck begins with “Wonderful Woman.” Ingrid Berry’s harmonica starts the show, followed by the superb guitar playing Chuck Berry fans came to expect after decades of dedication to the craft. A guest appearance by Gary Clark, Jr. adds a nice touch. “Big Boys” sees Berry discussing the desire to grow up quickly as a young boy in school. The guitar riff that kicks off the song sounds eerily reminiscent of the one from “Johnny B. Goode.” This song also features a notable guest appearance from Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine fame on guitar. “Darlin’” features Robert Lohr’s masterful piano playing at the song’s outset. This ballad sounds like it belongs on one of Berry’s albums from the 1950s. “Lady B. Goode” picks up where Berry’s classic “Johnny B. Goode” left off in 1958. This tune looks at the saga from the point of view of a woman in love with the famous guitar player. Berry talks rather than sings on “Dutchman,” a song about a stranger who walks into a bar and identifies himself as a songwriter who fell on hard times. A heavy and steady guitar track undergirds the song. The heavy guitar continues on “Eyes of a Man,” the album's final song. It deals with the subject of men building great temples as monuments to themselves. In reality, women who raise the next generation are the true temple builders of society. After not releasing any new music for the better part of 40 years, Chuck Berry's final album deserves to find a place in the collection of every music lover, especially those who love the history of rock and roll. - Paul Bragin, WUEV A Case of the Blues is on every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on 91.5-FM WUEV and online at wuev.org.
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RAINER MARIA Rainer Maria Polyvinyl 2017 has been a good year for bands to get back together, doubly so for those with roots in the ‘90s emo scene. Luckily, the streak of solid reunions continues with Rainer Maria’s self-titled return.
The album wastes no time in jumping back into that earnest, heartfelt sappy goodness that only a Midwestern-bred band can provide. “Broke Open Love” bemoans a dying relationship amidst a bed of brooding, atmospheric guitars and shuffling drums, while the droning instruments and four-on-the-floor drumbeat paint the perfectly bleak backdrop for two young nihilistic hipsters in love on “Suicides and Lazy Eyes.” But it’s not all star-crossed lovers and breakups. “Forest Mattress” finds singer/bassist Caithlin De Marrais crooning about a Walden-esque excursion over a haunting microtonal minor riff. Strangely, “Ornaments of Empty,” “Communicator,” and “Hellebore” manage to wind that nature imagery into a metaphor for a relationship. (That’s something you won’t find in Thoreau.)
Regardless, between the allusions to Italian painters, obscure poisonous plants, and predators posing as significant others, you’ll find the same classic Rainer Maria that helped secure their place in many a bespectacled, Chuck-Taylor-and-plaid-shirt-clad emo kid’s heart. - Jonathan Gluff
CLOAKROOM Time Well Relapse Records Another month, another shoegaze band. I’m certainly not complaining - it’s nice to see some success for something that isn’t just more DJs programming beats and bass drops or pop stars and rappers with production teams writing music-by-numbers. This trio of ‘gazers hail from northwest Indiana, a scene I used to frequent in my early/mid-20’s. Given that much of northern Indiana is a cold, industrial wasteland of abandoned factories, it makes perfect sense that these three fall firmly into the more nihilistic side of shoegaze. The dark, droning guitars and extended song lengths put them more along the lines of Jesu and A Place to Bury Strangers than the only slightly cheerier My Bloody Valentine and Slowdive. An ominous tom-heavy drum beat kicks off the album, followed by a watery, chorus-and-reverb-laden guitar line that gives way to a wall of grizzly fuzz. The breathy, ethereal vocals provide a suitable juxtaposition to the bass-heavy production that would make Steve Albini proud. A tonguein-cheek sardonic cover of the old church hymn “Were You There (When They Crucified My Lord)” adds a layer of existential heaviness. - Jonathan Gluff
BRAND NEW Science Fiction Procrastinate! Music Traitors I have adored Brand New for a long time. Deja Entendu is actually an album that sincerely moved me as a teenager. So when I discovered they were finally releasing another full-length album, I was excited. Looking back, I'm not sure why I thought they’d recapture that perfect, bold honesty present in their first releases. Science Fiction does have a few very pronounced and pointed tracks - my favorite being the singles “Can't Get It Out” and “Same Logic/Teeth” - and the lyrics are pretty weighty, but the album as a whole feels forgettable. The singing and words are all of that same depressive and sober, but many tracks are deadpan. Without any of that necessary disgust or edge, it comes off simply like a mopey man-child moping. In these songs, the guitars twang and resound into something like a messy embrace with dynamic climaxes and falls. It almost feels like the band made a purposeful decision to try and evolve their sound into that of a fledgling, sloppy indie rock band. I give them props for doing what they want, but this album disappointed me. - Laura Engram
STONE SOUR Hydrograd Roadrunner Records Stone Sour is one of those bands I will always recognize for a single song, “Through Glass.” Despite that, they are no one-hit wonder, and both their dark depths along with broader influences and styles are clearly felt in Hydrograd. The seething molten rage that comes through in the album is contrasted well, sometimes with gritty and grungy licks and sometimes with downplaying, rumbling softness. In each musical iteration the vocals of Corey Taylor add this midfrequency burning drag that levels the snarling disarray. The work shoots off like a thundering gunshot after the instrumental intro, in “Taipei Person/Allah Tea.” The title track comes in just a bit later with a dark sexiness and swagger in the guitar play and no f*cks given personality: “I’m not better than you/ I’m just better.” Varied genres are tugging on this rock release, from ska-ish riffs in “Rose Red Violet Blue” to a full-on country track in “St. Marie” that is sure to give you a headache. Ultimately, this comes off as a technically interesting album for fans, with some pretty guitar work, but flat in feeling. - Laura Engram Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • October 2017
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NEWS4U OCTOBER 2017 | BEER REVIEWS
OCTOBER BEER REVIEWS
This month’s beers are available depending on supply & demand at all 10 Liquor Locker locations. Visit our website at www.Liquor-Locker.com. Dogfish Head Punkin Ale
DANIEL KNIGHT - 4
It’s that time of year. Dogfish Head has been brewing this one seasonally for several years. It’s definitely one of my favorite pumpkin ales. It pours up a clear dark copper color with a respectable head and some lacing. The nose is of caramel, pumpkin and a well-balanced trio of spices. Taste follows aroma with moderate hop bitterness and a clean finish. It’s very drinkable with medium body, smooth and flavorful yet not overly spiced. I recommend it. It’s very good!
PAUL BRAGIN - 3.75
A thick white head forms on this coppercolored brown ale and never completely evaporates. Sweet and spicy notes from the pumpkin, brown sugar cinnamon and nutmeg control the nose. The sweet flavors continue with the first sip of the beer, followed by spice notes that stick around in the long finish. Try this seasonal offering while it’s available. Pair it with holiday favorites like turkey, stuffing or sharp Cheddar cheese.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This is a clear, amber-colored beer. It's nice to see these guys turn out a pumpkin beer. It does have a 7% ABV, but it's just a little better than average. I can taste the all spice and it does have a crisp finish. I consider this about average compared to other pumpkin beers out there - but it's not bad at all.
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Devils Backbone Brewing Co. Vienna Lager
War Pigs Lazurite
DANIEL KNIGHT - 3.75
DANIEL KNIGHT - 4
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25
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As it turns out, Vienna Lager is actually a particular brewing style. This one pours up an attractive, slightly cloudy dark copper color with a modest off-white head that fades promptly. Its aroma is pronounced and slightly toasty malts are up front with caramel and subtle hops. The taste follows aroma with a nice medium mouthfeel and a pleasant, moderately-hopped finish. Overall, this is a very drinkable and crisp tasting brew with a classic European style that makes it so much more than the many cheap domestic lagers. Try it, you’ll like it.
A thick white head crowns this Vienna style lager upon pouring it into a pilsner glass. The nose displays a good amount of sweetness from the malt. Sweet malt flavors remain with the initial tasting, followed by some bitterness from the hops. People who enjoy beers with more malt characteristics and craft beer novices will want to taste this multiple awardwinning beer. Pair it with a variety of pork products, other grilled meats and mild cheeses.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This is a clear, amber colored beer. It has a nice malty flavor but it has some sort of odd flavor at the finish that I can't put my finger on - just something added to the flavor that does not complement the beer. Other than that, it's pretty good.
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Munster Indiana-based Three Floyds collaborated with the acclaimed Danish gypsy brewer Mikkeller on the WarPigs brewery, which is based in Denmark, Copenhagen. Now they have a Chicagobased brewery. The Lazurite IPA pours up a clear yellow color with a white head and light lacing. The aroma is citrus (maybe tangerine) mostly. The taste is leaning more toward a pale ale with mild citrusy hops and light malts but easy to drink. The mouthfeel is medium and drinkability is great. Check it out!
A very thick white head tops this India Pale Ale after pouring it into a traditional English pub glass. A generous amount of hop scents dominate the nose, mostly citrus, but with some pine also present. The hop flavors remain while drinking the beer, with some tart citrus and a long finish. People who enjoy IPAs will certainly want to try this rare offering. Pair it with spicy foods.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
So these guys make beers other than Zombie Dust. That is all everyone talks about. This is a clear, straw- colored beer. I consider this a little better than an average IPA. It's heavy with the grapefruit flavor but other than that, I can't taste much else. It's still pretty smooth and easy to drink and I'm glad to have something else made by this brewery.
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Abita Brewing Pecan Ale There’s some caramel and because I know that I’m supposed to smell it, some nuttiness. As usual, the flavor mostly follows the aroma with something that I can only describe as a woodiness. Again, though, like the nose, it’s too subdued. This ale doesn’t taste bad but unfortunately, in my opinion, it simply doesn’t have enough taste.
DANIEL KNIGHT - 2.75
Abita is a Louisiana-based brewer that has tried something I’m not sure any other brewer has - an ale brewed with natural oil from toasted pecans. It pours up a dark copperish, mostly clear-looking color with a humble airy, light beige, half-finger head. Its aroma is understated and frankly uninteresting.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4
A decent white head rests on top of a deep golden American ale. A good mixture of malt and hops fill the nose, with the malt remaining a little longer. The balance continues during the tasting, with crisp carbonation and some nuttiness from the pecans also present, especially in the finish.
Craft beer lovers will want to try this seasonal during the fall. Pair it with pecan pie or other popular fall desserts.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4.5
A decent white head rests on top of a deep golden American ale. A good mixture of malt and hops fill the nose, with the malt remaining a little longer. The balance continues during the tasting, with crisp carbonation and some nuttiness from the pecans also present, especially in the finish. Craft beer lovers will want to try this seasonal during the fall. Pair it with pecan pie or other popular fall desserts.
PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY.
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Walter the Wine Guy FROM LIQUOR LOCKER
Does the glass you are drinking your wine from make a difference?
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ave you ever had one of those moments that just blows up all preconceived notions? Well, last month I had one of those moments. I went to a trade tasting for my work held by Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits. I tasted some incredible wines, and I must give them a shout-out for a job well done! While there, I attended a “Riedel Glassware” lecture. This lecture was about their “Grape Varietal Specific” glasses. I must admit, I was VERY skeptical. I have been drinking wines for 30+ years and have been using many styles of glasses that were in and out of vogue. Thick and thin, stemmed and stemless, glass and plastic. Basically, I had come to the conclusion that, personally, I liked stemmed glasses, but if the wine was good, I would drink it out of a boot! However, the lecture I attended completely changed my thinking! The first glass we drank from was the Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling glass. We tasted the wine from a plastic cocktail cup first, and it tasted good; Sauv blanc is one of my favorite wines so this was not a surprise. Then we poured the wine into the proper glass, and I tasted flavors I had never gotten before from this wine! Mind blown! We also drank from their Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon glasses. This forced me to find more information on how this was done, so I could tell you about it. First, this will probably be an expensive undertaking for many of you, but if you can afford this luxury, I would
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STRONGLY recommend this. If you cannot to buy all of them, buy them one at a time. You will not be disappointed. Now, on to why these glasses work. Stemware consists of 3 parts: the bowl, the stem and the base. The height of the stem and the width of the glass are part of the design, the architecture. The Grape Varietal specific stemware features finely-tuned glass bowls consisting of three variables: shape, size, and rim diameter. This glassware has to translate the “message” of the wine to the human senses. To this end, there are four sensations in the wine. • Bouquet: the stemware is responsible for delivering the quality and intensity of the wines aroma. • Texture: the stemware highlights the exciting and diverse styles of “mouthfeel” in the wine, be it watery, creamy, silky, or velvety. • Flavor: the stemware creates a balanced interaction between the fruit, minerality, acidity, and bitter components of the wine. • Finish: the stemware offers a pleasant, seamless, harmonious, and long-lasting aftertaste. I am trying to see if I can get a person to do a demonstration in one of the stores so you
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Walt is Liquor Locker's Resident Wine Guru can experience this, so follow me on Facebook at Liquor Locker Wine Guy and I will let you all know if I was successful. Now, I do own a few of these glasses, and have been doing these occasionally, so again follow me on Facebook and I will let you know if I was successful! Time to talk about a few wines, so since I mentioned three different varietals, let's give you some that are stellar and won’t break the bank! First, Napa Cellars Sauvignon Blanc presents wonderful aromas of green apple, melon and passion fruit followed by white peach and honey tones. Full and lively on the palate, flavors of guava, lemon, floral notes and subtle hints of lime complement a crisp and bright acidity. The body has a round mouthfeel and the refreshing finish
NAPA CELLARS SAUVIGNON BLANC Serve this wine with grilled sea bass, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt.
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is clean with beautiful minerality. Serve this wine with grilled sea bass, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt.
NAPA CELLARS PINOT NOIR For a decadent meal, pair this wine with ovenbaked salmon and sautéed mushrooms, complemented with dark chocolate truffles for dessert!
Next, Napa Cellars Pinot Noir is an elegant wine that delivers beautiful, fruitful aromas of dark cherries, cranberries, and strawberry preserves with subtle tobacco notes. Abundant flavors of Amarena cherries, rhubarb pie, and hints of cola rest on the palate followed by light toasted oak notes that carry through to the finish. For a decadent meal, pair this wine with oven-baked salmon and sautéed mushrooms, complemented with dark chocolate truffles for dessert! Lastly, Napa Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon showcases elegant and concentrated NAPA CELLARS aromas of ripe CABERNET blackberry, black SAUVIGNON cherry, and cassis with blueberry notes. A Serve this wine with lush core of ripe dark wine-braised short fruit, boysenberry, ribs and garlic cocoa nibs, tobacco, mashed potatoes. black pepper, star anise, and hints of toffee and mocha linger through the finish. The wine is full-bodied with balanced acidity and wellintegrated subtle tannins. Serve this wine with wine-braised short ribs and garlic mashed potatoes. I guess that’s enough for now. Consider the glasses for a gift to yourself, and enjoy the wines recommended. Until next time, hope to see you in the stores. Walt
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