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Table of Contents Lifestyle Pg. 4 – Apartment Living Editor’s Corner Pg. 6 – Shifting Into Seventh Gear Business Pg. 16 – College Credit Crisis Shopping Pg. 19 – House of Bluez: Back to School
Pg. 70 – Arts & Activities Guide Pg. 74 – Community & Family Pg. 76 – Evansville Enforcers Trading Cards Pg. 86 – Local Band Spotlight: Witchdagger Pg. 88 – Bourbon Blog Pg. 92 – Doug Hagman of Terrapin Flyer Pg. 93 – Games: Crossword, Word Scramble & More Pg. 96 – We Were There
Technology Pg. 20 – The Art of ‘Friending’ Ask Shawnda Pg. 23 – Envy has many Shades Cuisine & Dining Pg. 25 – Larry “Lorenzo” Minor Pg. 26 – What’s Cookin’: J. Gumbo’s Cajun & Creole Cookin’ Co. Pg. 27 – Local Chef Spotlight: Kerry Magee Pg. 28 – Restaurant Guide
Sports Pg. 72 – Evansville Baller: Kyle Kuric Reviews Pg. 68 - Beer: Cure What Ales You Pg. 73 – Video Game: NCAA Football 2013 Pg. 78 – Cinema: In Theatres Pg. 80 – Cinema: New Releases Pg. 82 – Book Reviews Pg. 86 – Music
Coupons Pg. 94 & 95 – Save Big!
Entertainment Pg. 12 – Tom Constanten of the Grateful Dead Pg. 22 – Crossroads Christian Church: A Concert of Praise Pg. 34 – A Couple Thoughts Pg. 58 – Local Talent: Dave Huffman Pg. 59 – Soundboard: Blame it on the Radio Pg. 60 – Clubs & Pubs Guide Pg. 61 – Mugshots: They Defied the Law…and Lost Pg. 62 – Historic Downtown Newburgh Theatre: Down by the River Pg. 63 – Evansville Otters Trading Cards Pg. 65 – A Letter from a Not-So-Common Citizen Pg. 66 – 21 Questions from a 21 Year Old: Radio Personality, The Sandman Pg. 67 – From the Stacks
Local Happenings Pg. 45 – Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Fest Pg. 46 – Collector’s Caravan Antique’s & Collectables Show Pg. 47 – Evansville Museum Contemporaries: Laser Light Shows Pg. 54 – World’s Toughest Rodeo Pg. 64 – Chris Tapp Benefit Pg. 75 – USI’s New Harmony Theatre: Pete N’ Keely Pg. 77 – MHA’s 4th Annual Ride for Recovery
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Account Executives Mark Hackert Keith LaCrosse
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Editorial Intern Jacqueline Greenberg Contributors Brandi Weyer, Brooklyn Solis, Julie Buente, Jae Mills, Tom Fischer, Jabez Martinez, S. Carrigan
Features
Pg. 8 – Cake Boss: Buddy Valastro Bakes Evansville an Offer we Can’t Refuse Pg. 10 – Ski Day on the Ohio: Bierstube & Musicfest Three Days of Revelry on the River Pg. 15 – SWIRCA & More’s 10th Annual Suds, Wine & Spirits Fest-A Swilling Good Time Pg. 42 – Viking Assault 2012 Got a Little Scandinavian in You? Pg. 83 – Big “O” Musicfest It’s a Country Congregation in Owensboro Pg. 85 – Frog Follies Hot Roddin’ Around
Pg. 91 – YMCA’s 7th Annual Spirit, Mind & Body Triathlon Going the Distance in More Ways than One
On the cover this month... Viking Assault 2012 Photo provided by Viking Assault
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Goebel Realty: Apartment Living
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n modern society we have more choices than ever in real estate. We can choose to live in a house, an apartment, a condominium, a cottage or even a home on wheels or on water. These are among many other options. Some people opt to live in the hustle and bustle of city life because of their lifestyle or convenience of proximity to their job and others choose to commute in exchange for the tranquility and open space of living in the countryside. For all of us, where we call “home” comes down to two basic choices: whether to rent or to buy. There is a growing trend among Americans in recent years to choose renting over the commitment of buying their own place and many are praising the benefits of its affordability, conveniences and ease of freedom to move elsewhere to fit their changing lifestyles. When I asked renters around the Tri-State area why they felt renting was the better choice for them their responses were enthusiastic and immediate. One of the main perks of renting given by those asked was never having an unexpected expense to worry about. Lynsey Hart of Vincennes, Indiana stated, “When you rent you don’t have to mow the lawn, fix any maintenance problems such as leaky pipes or pay for pest control. Besides not having to worry about upkeep of the property, there are no property taxes to pay every year. Sometimes with renting utilities such as water, trash and sewage, and even cable and internet can be included.” Some people who’ve seen both the renting and owning sides of living highlight the mobile benefits of renting. Mark Luzader of Evansville, Indiana remarked, “As a former renter and recent seller of a home I can tell you one big advantage of renting is mobility. Trying to sell a house in this market takes 6-9 months on average and while you’re trying to sell you’re watching a lot of nice homes get sold!”
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There are other renters who are motivated for financial reasons and for the freedom to relocate easily as well. Amanda Miller of Illinois states, “Mostly, I can’t even think about working the down payment for a home, but I also appreciate the fixed cost with renting and the lack of responsibility for maintenance and upkeep. Mobility is somewhat nice, too.” Many people looking to rent are unsure of where and how to start looking. With all the choices, pros, cons and uncertainty of which part of the city or town to begin looking, a great place to seek help in today’s world is at your local realty company. In our area, Goebel Realty, Inc. has terrific options to fit anyone’s needs that include students, assisted living, affordable housing/apartments and luxury housing/ apartments. The extent of their services for renters include the North, East and West sides of Evansville, Newburgh and Vincennes, Indiana, as well as Henderson and Owensboro, Kentucky. —Julie Buente
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The Cake Boss Buddy Valastro photo credit timessquaregossip.com
Bakes Evansville An Offer We Can’t Refuse
New Jersey’s Buddy Valastro is a simple man of refined and delicate taste in cake, cake, and more cake.
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he bakery owner and star of TLC’s “Cake Boss” has turned his pastry wizardry into a television empire, capitalizing on the crucial reality TV must-have - a big, eccentric Italian family. Unlike many legs and faces of the ultra addicting and usually depressing phenomenon known as reality TV, Buddy wasn’t born into the industry. His father worked hard to build up the Hoboken bakery with only the support of his relatives, eventually passing the torch onto Buddy. “I told my father years ago that I would do everything I could to make Carlo’s Bakery a household name,” said Valastro in the midst of a busy week. “Even today, I am still working to make Carlo’s bigger and better for our fans.” The show is currently neck deep its fifth season, and fans are clawing for some Carlo’s more than ever before. Hoboken locals can find lines curling around the block, filled with customers new and old, hoping to grab if only a pastry or two from the famed bakery. For those who don’t want to snack on a five-tiered butter cream cake, (looking more like a recently excavated rose column from the depths of antiquity) patrons can select from a large menu of desserts, including cookies, biscottis, fruit tarts, and cannolis. When asked about the source of Carlo’s success, Buddy believes that it is the business, not the television show, which pulls at the hearts and taste buds of customers. “We roll out the best everyday for our customers. That’s what we’re about,” said Valastro. “Cake Boss” runs on challenges, from spectacularly themed cake requests to delivering items up to 60 miles
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away. Buddy, the fam, and their 100+ employees are a part of what is much more than a full-time job. “I love to be challenged,” boasts Valastro. “The best challenges are those I’ve never tackled before.” Rumors have stirred on the internet that the Carlo’s team is planning on making all of their baking sensations available nationwide in the near future. When pushed for more details, Buddy politely dodged giving away future surprises. “I’m really looking forward to sharing what Carlo’s has to offer with our fans across the country,” said Valastro. For fans who can’t wait to pull the delectable goodness from their TV sets and onto their plates, Buddy will be touring across the country, offering tips, demonstrations, and a Q & A session. The chef will make an appearance in Evansville on August 5 at the Victory Theatre. Wanting a sneak peak of what Buddy will have to say, I asked him for some advice for our readers who are hoping to open their own restaurant or bakery. “Be ready to give 200%, because 100% is not enough when you’re opening your own business,” said Valastro. As a humble but desperately eager cooking enthusiast, I closed our conversation with some guidance from Buddy on how amateurs can improve their baking skills. “I love it that more and more people are interested in baking,” begins Valastro. “The thing to know is, not every cake needs to jump, spin, and move. The #1 piece of advice would be to practice, practice, practice. No one gets it perfect the first time around.” —Jacqueline Greenberg
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Ski Day on the Ohio:
Musicfest & Bierstube
“W e should have taken a lot more photos in the beginning,” says owner of Ski Pro Shop Roger Sobotka while shuffling
through memories and about 200 pictures of Ski Day’s past. Original organizers of the annual summer party, Sunny Beach himself Rick O’Daniel, and Media specialist Jim Staley are joined by Mike “the Sandman” Sanders from 103 WGBF, National Guard Recruiting and Retention NCO SSG Quentin Hornby and Tiki Bar and OV Sport owner and operator Oscar Velez . Old friends and new, are gathered around a coffee table reminiscing about boats, bikinis and the good times they have had planning and enjoying Ski Day. This year’s event is anticipated to be one of the biggest parties of the summer. Instead of just the usual Sunday bash, event planners have added Friday and Saturday events at Marina Pointe. “It is 103 GBF’s 25th year as a station and our 25th year as partners planning this event. We have been very fortunate to work together. Ski Day started because Roger had skis to demo from vendors in the Chicago area. We started off with about 20 boats in attendance and it has grown into hundreds. There was one time during the early 90’s, that someone counted 900
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boats. Now you can’t ski if you wanted to. There are too many boats,” said O’Daniel. From noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday August 12th, Ski Day will take over Newburgh Beach with the original World Famous Bikini Contest, King of the Beach Competition and hundreds of boats and watercrafts of all kinds. Whether you attend by water or by land, there will be plenty of entertainment, contests and prizes. “The very first year there was a big discussion about prizes. We weren’t sure how we were going to give them away. So we decided that it would be a good idea to put ping pong balls in a bucket. Somehow the bucket fell off the boat. Someone went in and retrieved every one of our ping pong balls. We still do giveaways that way,” said Staley. Just as years past, the prizes will be O’Brien wakeboards and skis from East side Marine. This year The World Famous Bikini Contest boasts a prize package worth $1,000. O’Daniel also matches that prize package and donates the proceeds to the Tri-State Food Bank. “I have seen the good that they do with their donations.
The Tri-State Food Bank really does help a lot of people and turn their donations right back into food and services that benefit this community. They are one of my favorite groups of people.” Another group that falls into a list of O’Daniel’s favorites is the Army National Guard. “They are family to me now,” O’Daniel said. For the past six years, members of the National Guard have participated in Ski Day. “We usually arrive on Saturday night so that we can help set up and we camp that night. This year we have a lot of giveaways as well, things like life jackets-shirts and backpacks. This is one of the biggest events of the year for us,” said Hornby. “We love being part of it.” Ski Day festivities will kick off on Friday August 10th at Marina Pointe at the Tiki Bar with a Bierstube. Partygoers can experience a hog roast, Homemade Bikini contest qualification round and performances by Gonzo’s Toybox, Keith Vincent and Adam Blythe beginning at 4 p.m. “We are very excited to debut the Homemade Bikini Contest this year. There are a lot more elements to it, than the usual bikini contest,” said O’Daniel.
All contestants must design their own creative bikini using whatever items they choose. It must cover the contestant’s body like a normal bikini would, but should be unique by using items that the contestant creates themselves. “While researching the contest, we have seen a few bikinis that have been really interesting. One contestant had used goldfish bowls, with live goldfish swimming as their top. I am looking forward to seeing what people from the tri-state come up with,” said O’Daniel. The final round will be Saturday night with a 1st place prize of $750, 2nd place winning $150 and 3rd place taking home $100. Bud Light will also be giving away a Port Paradise cruise to one lucky attendee. The Crowd, Zion and Joe’s Garage are set to perform Saturday night as well. “Everyone should attend Ski Day, just once. Even if you hate yourself the next day and trust me; you will hate yourself the next day. It is totally worth it,” said Sanders. —Brooklyn Solis Ski Day is free. More information can be found at www.skidayontheohio.com. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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Tom Constanten: Classically Trained, Grateful and Very Much Alive
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Born in New Jersey in 1944, Tom Constanten would become a part of one of the most influential bands of the hippie movement.
he band in question is the Grateful Dead. Still a massive musical farce to this day the Dead command an entire sub-culture of fans and have inspired a plethora of musicians performing many different genres of music. Prior to his involvement with the Grateful Dead, Constanten became a member of the United States Air Force in 1965. He never navigated the skies but he would be flying high soon enough, as he was recruited as the seventh member of the Dead in 1968. He tickled that ivory until it peed its pants in three of the Dead’s albums starting with Anthem of the Sun featuring “New Potato Caboose,” “Born Cross-Eyed” and “Alligator.” This all came to fruition when Constanten met Dead member Phil Lesh while they were studying composition with Italian modernist composer, Luciano Berio at the University of California, Berkeley. After Constanten graduated in 1967 he traveled abroad to study with German composer Karlheinz Stockhuasen and French composer Pierre Boulez. This month Constanten will be playing alongside Terrapin Flyer at Doc’s Sports Bar in Evansville. Constanten was gracious enough to take time to chat with News4U. News4U (N4U): When you first joined the Grateful Dead did you think that the band would become the icon that it is today? Tom Constanten (TC): We sort of knew we were onto something. We didn’t visualize in detail the form it would take, but we knew we had lightning in a bottle.
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N4U: What does playing music mean to you personally? TC: Oh my gosh, I’ve been doing it so long it’s like breathing or talking or thinking. I don’t separate it; it’s been there for so long. I made my debut playing piano with an orchestra backing up a composition of my own 51 years ago last month. N4U: So, do you enjoy still enjoy it as much as you did back in the day? TC: Sometimes I do, and sometimes I don’t. Sometimes you are on tour and you have a couple of gigs that sort of suck, not enjoyable. Then you some sets that a really electric. N4U: What drew you to the keys (keyboards)? TC: I played violin in the school orchestra, when I was in high school. I was just getting better faster at the piano. There are certain natural tropisms or attractions people have for certain activities. This can apply to a very wide level of interests; charters, accounting, the ministry – it was like that. If there is anything that appeals to me [about piano] is the fact that I know of no other discipline where the path is as well charted. N4U: How did your classical background benefit your style? TC: It gets rid of the block between thinking about something and doing it. I can pretty much, think in real time and respond which is important in improvisatory music. You have to be able to respond as quickly as if you were conversing with words, you have to get onto something immediately because the moments pass by so quickly. —Nick Durcholz
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SWIRCA & More’s 10 Annual th
Suds, Wine and Spirits Fest 2012
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f you’re looking for a fun, adults-only 21 and over event that also benefits a great local organization this summer, then here’s the one for you. The Suds, Wine and Spirits Fest is SWIRCA & More’s largest fundraiser of the year, with over 1,000 guests expected to attend this year’s 10 th Annual Fest on August 18th from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. All proceeds of the event go to benefit SWIRCA & More in their efforts to continue offering services to their clients and members. SWIRCA averages over 1,000 people a month participating in their wellness programs and social activities, have served over 266,000 meals from their 26 meal sites in the past year. They receive over 500 calls a month to their resource hotline, and just last year their dedicated case managers helped over 5,500 individuals. The money raised from each year’s fest helps support all these services and allows them to continue providing to those individuals in need. This year’s tagline for the fest is “Challenge Your Taste,” and from looks of the impressive list of food, wine, beer and spirit vendors it will be a joy to do just that. Those expected to be on-hand include Winzerwald Winery, Ohio Valley Homebrewer’s Association, Margarita’s On The Move, Turoni’s Main Street Brewery, Power House Brewing Co., Heartland Distillers, Flat 12 Bierworks, Muff ’s Beer, Tipton Spirits, POGUE Master’s Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Glazer’s Distributors, Black Buggy, Spuds N’ Stuff, Texas Roadhouse, Hickory Pit Stop Barbeque, Hacienda and The Savant Gourmet. A new feature this year includes
all beverage samples and food samples in the ticket price. I would suggest you come very thirsty and hungry because you’ll be leaving quite happily sated. While you and your friends are busy sampling all the good food and drinks there will be two choices in live entertainment. The sounds of local Petersburg, Indiana band Better Than Nothin’ will be playing outside. Inside, the acoustic guitar of Curtis Brown and vocal styling’s of Paul Blake will be jamming for your enjoyment. The Suds, Wine and Spirits Fest is both inside and out at SWIRCA & More on 16 W. Virginia St. here in Evansville. Tickets for the Fest are $35 General Admission pre-event, $40 at the door the night of, $30 Group Rate of 15+ preevent, and $70 VIP. You can purchase General Admission tickets at all Old National Bank locations, all Schnuck’s locations, both Turoni’s locations and at SWIRCA & More. VIP tickets and Group Rate Tickets can be purchased at SWIRCA & More. This year’s VIP Area and VIP ticketholders will be able to enjoy a unique fest experience with extra perks such as premium parking, exclusive VIP entrance separate from the general entrance and access to a VIP Tent where they will be able to enjoy gourmet appetizers by Savant Gourmet. Also, delectable pastries by Daily’s Annex Bakery, SWIRCA Signature Cocktails courtesy of The Pub and chair massages courtesy of Fusion Spa & Boutique. Those wishing to pay with Credit/Debit payment can also call 812-464-7800 to order tickets. —Julie Buente Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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ames Wiesneth of Indiana’s Wiesneth Law Offices faces the often heartbreaking task of sitting down with people who are buried in student loans and are looking for a way out. The firm, which specializes in bankruptcy, has students with often 60 to 70 thousand dollars in loans or more and are looking to get them discharged. Unfortunately, the chance of discharging a student loan is nearly impossible. James spoke with me of how it’s “no big secret” that the Federal government makes a direct profit from the interests of private student loans. And of course, banks and other private institutions make a tremendous profit off of these interests as well. Legally speaking, there is a virtually impossible option of proclaiming “undo hardship” against paying the loan. Yet the standards that meet this term are often so grueling, and have such severe expectations from the quality of life and financial disabilities that the debtor must be under, that it is rare to find someone who takes “undo hardship” to court. “You’re talking about a client who has money problems, and how many clients can financially say ‘you know, I want to pay you money to go through the litigation process to discharge this student loan debt,’” said Wiesneth. “You’re talking about thousands of dollars, and what debtor has the ability to do that financially?” As I discussed with James, student loan debt is now the most common type of debt in America, surpassing medical and credit debt. Students continuously take the gamble of putting themselves through an expensive education in an economy that cannot make promises to anyone, no matter the mental and financial hardships they have endured. More and more, I find peers of mine with inspiring abilities and creative minds telling me that they are putting their true talents on hold, and go to college to wander aimlessly
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through general education in the hopes of finding a more practical calling. Often times, these students spend even more money on the extra time they spend in school unsure of what they want to do with a degree. It is this kind of trap. The need to survive, clashed with an uninspired mind burdened in debt, which can make education only added stress to our young people instead of being the fantasized “golden opportunity.” “The first real question becomes: are you going to school just to go to school, or is this something that you really see yourself doing as a career?” said Wiesneth. “I think someone needs to say ‘Is this the type of career I want to be involved in or do, is this going to be marketable when I get out, is this a degree I’m going to be able to make money from and support myself from?’” With questions of introspection such as these, it’s clear that school is not longer a means to toy with our Renaissance sensibilities. To be more specific, our simple and honest desire to experience higher learning for the sake of learning, explore art for the sake of art, or study for the thrill of knowledge. They are no longer financially practical reasons for going to college. It is this shift in our educational world that has now turned college into a cold and calculated industry. Students no longer have the luxury of figuring out their ambitions as they go along. The churning machine of degrees and certification demands a plan. Likeable or not, lest the free-spirited young people of our time become crushed under the weight of debt and financial crisis. —Jacqueline Greenberg
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House of Bluez W
hen most people think of back to school shopping their thoughts are of getting school supplies and buying outfits or uniforms for grade school and high school kids at the same old general supply and department stores. But what about the droves men and women who descend upon Evansville every Fall to attend the University of Evansville, Ivy Tech, Harrison College, ITT and the University of Southern Indiana that are looking for something interesting, different and fashion-forward to wear back to school? Luckily, we have a boutique for just that here on the eastside of Evansville and it’s called the House of Bluez. When you walk into the House of Bluez you’ll immediately feel welcomed and instantly know that you’re in a unique, cool place that will be fun to shop. The décor in the shop is ultra chic and modern, with the trademark blue of denim on the walls and clean, easy to navigate displays of various clothing, accessories, jewelry, and of course, jeans. In the center of the spacious 2,400 square foot boutique is a comfortable lounge area with plush black couches and chairs, a cozy rug and coffee table and even a children’s play area, so your little one can be entertained while you shop at your leisure. Owner Jodi Merrick, who grew up locally in Mount Vernon, she said knew she wanted to open her own shop after working at The Buckle in college. Her concept for the House of Bluez, a play on words so as not to be confused with the famous music nightclub House of Blues, became a reality in the summer of 2007. Still going strong, the boutique has become a place known for one on one attention to the customer that creates a personalized shopping experience. Besides being a place for “destination shopping,” the House of Bluez offers brands and lines of men’s and women’s clothing that can’t be found at Eastland Mall or any other place in the area. Some of the designer and hard-to-get clothing/denim lines you can find there include True Religion, Paige Premium Denim, Earnest Sewn, William Rast, Joe’s and Seven For All Man Kind. In addition to the diverse selection of jeans and outfits you can discover there are several handmade artisan accessories and jewelry lines available. One such line is Puravicle Bracelets, a very colorful wax-based line of mix-and-match, stackable bracelets that are made by hand. Each one purchased helps provide full-time jobs for local artisans in Costa Rica. A new bracelet line recently launched at the store is Chan Luu Arm Candy, one that Merrick is very excited to be offering. Another unique handmade product available and just in time for Fall is a line of scarves by Donni Charm, which were created by an Indiana University alumni. The scarves are one of a kind and feature actual charms at one end that range from the Tree of Life to various animals. —Julie Buente The House of Bluez is located at 333 Metro Ave. with hours Mon. – Fri. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. 10am – 5 p.m. (812) 401-2583. You can also find out more about the boutique at www.houseofbluez.biz or at www.facebook.com/houseofbluez. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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A Concert of Praise C
rossroads Christian Church is a large congregation filled with kind and devout individuals. Fortunately, their love for Jesus is parallel to their love of music and on Saturday, August 27th and Sunday, August 28th the Crossroads Church Choir will be putting on a show for the masses. Saturday’s performances will take place at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and Sunday’s performances will take place at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. These performances are open to any member inside or outside of the community. The Crossroads Church Choir boasts 150 members and when they open up their pipes to full capacity it is quite a celestial sound. The choir is open to the public for auditions as well. If you think you possess an angelic voice (or maybe not so angelic) you are welcome to try out. The choir also participates in the special event Christmas at Crossroads during the holidays, as well as more casual performances locally and around the region. A special choir is assembled for other seasonal events as well, and no audition is necessary to participate in these choirs. There is a special Father’s Day Choir as well as a Fourth of July Freedom Choir. For young adults there is a choir specifically for them. No audition is required, and the Young Adult Ensemble also performs at the Concert of Praise and the Christmas at Crossroads events. —Nick Durcholz
For more information call 812-858-8668 or visit www.crossroadschristian.com.
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e doesn’t look a day over 50. He will tell you that it is because of the good bread. Since the early 90’s, Lorenzo (Larry) Minor has been sharing his passion, expertise and hand-made bread products with the Tri-State. Inspired by a trip to Europe, Lorenzo realized that there was something more to life then the current path of sales he was pursuing. “I spent the center part of my life as an insurance salesman. The best part of the job was that it afforded me the opportunity to travel. My life was completely changed. I wanted to live simply and pursue my passion of bread,” said Minor. Lorenzo has spent the past 20 years honing his baking skills by training with the Bakers Guild, the CIA in Hyde Park under Professor R. Calvel, and with Alan Scott of California. He has been a head baker for bakeries in Florida and France. He has also baked and consulted for Edgewater Grill and Vecchio’s Italian Market in Newburgh, Indiana. “I can take a bag of flour and turn it into any bread product. What I do is not considered fine pastry. It is considered peasant. It is a lost art form and it is disappearing. I do not use anything that is pre-made or frozen,” said Minor. Lorenzo started the Real Bread Co. in 1992, with a location on 4th Street. “When I opened the restaurant, I wanted it to be a place that was not just known for our bread and food, but also for our personality. I wanted to get to know people on an individual basis. I not only knew what they liked to eat for lunch, but I
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knew when someone in the family was sick and when there was a birth or a wedding. I know people by their first names. My customers are my friends,” said Minor. As business continued to grow, Lorenzo added a new French Oven and 16 employees. They were serving nearly 100 vegetarian lunches daily. In 1997, the Real Bread Co. relocated to Hebron Avenue. While Lorenzo’s is under new management, his name remains. Lorenzo continues to consult and teach baking skills through his company Artisan Bakery Consulting Co. “A friend built an oven of his own in his backyard. I spent over two hours with him, teaching him how to bake. I follow the Johnny Appleseed mentality, that you should share your knowledge. I have worked with a dozen bakers, and I will gladly work with a dozen more,” said Minor. From the adobe oven in the backyard of his east-side home, 40 to 50 loaves of bread are made to sell at the Farmer’s Market on 2nd and Sycamore Street in Evansville. He and his wife Janie also create sweet treats with names like Heavenly Marriage and Vampire’s Dream. They use local ingredients and update menu items based on seasonal fruits and vegetables that they purchase from other local farmers. “I believe that everything should be within walking distance. The baker, the butcher, and the gardener. We should be easy to access. That is what makes a community thrive.” —Brooklyn Solis Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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J. Gumbo’s
What’s Cookin’
1211 N. Tutor Lane.• Evansville, IN Evansville has many Mexican and Hispanic restaurants, so when I visit one for the first time, (812)-473-2951
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n the culinary universe there is always a deepseated feeling of satisfaction and pride when you come across a restaurant that is truly authentic. This feeling is multiplied ten-fold when this place is unique as well and soon, right on the tail of those two previous feelings, an immense sense of loyalty forms in a patron that gets stronger and stronger the more they visit this particular restaurant. This loyalty is apathetic to how complex or simple the restaurant is; you just know it is exceptionally tasty. J. Gumbo’s Cajun and Creole Cookin’ Co. beckons this loyalty. “It’s authentic. The founder is from New Orleans so these are actually his mom and grandma’s recipes that he has kind of recreated. The ‘J’ in J. Gumbo’s stands for jockey gumbo. [The owner] used to race here at Ellis Park and at Churchill Downs. He saw the market here for Cajun food and that is how we came about,” said Nick Doerter, General Manager of J. Gumbo. The J. Gumbo menu is a painter’s palette of spice alternatively blended together or used separate to create vibrant flavors bold and balanced. “One of the biggest misconceptions I battle is that [when] people see J. Gumbo’s, they see Cajun and Creole and they think spice. I’ve got something for everybody. I’ve got spicy, I’ve got
mild, I’ve got no spice whatsoever, I’ve got vegan and vegetarian…I truly have something for everybody,” said Doerter. J. Gumbo’s menu is diverse. It caters to many different tastes, as I soon experienced first hand. For hot-heads the Voodoo chicken is a great choice. It has a bold, savory flavor teamed with a spice that builds slowly in the back of the mouth then drops its full thermonuclear payload. The Bumblebee stew is a light, sweet concoction with corn, onions, tomato and accented with a sweet and spicy butter sauce. The sweetness is countered by hearty black beans. To deepen the flavor experience Doerter recommends mixing the Bumblebee stew with the Voodoo chicken for an uncanny sweet and spicy flavor. Somewhere in the middle of the road lies the Drunken chicken. It is J. Gumbo’s best seller and it is easy to taste why. The Drunken chicken boasts a sultry mix of spice and garlic flavor followed by a murmur of heat. This dish is quite the exotic temptress. For those herbivores out there the Creole Ratatouille is ideal. It is tender zucchini, squash, okra and bell peppers swimming in a flavorful, savory broth. Imagine a heart veggie soup with a southern flair and a profound flavor profile. The Cajun a Creole classic gumbo is very pleasing as well. It has a low to moderate heat note with a clean but hearty consistency and subtle earthy flavor. According to Doerter, J. Gumbo’s is expanding to different areas of Evansville and may even open a Newburgh location. This comes as smooth, tumbling sax notes to the ears, as all of the tri-state area should be made aware of J. Gumbo’s flavor bouquet. —Nick Durcholz
J. Gumbo’s is located at 1211 N. Tutor Lane on Evansville’s east side. They also offer gluten-free options, appetizers, wraps and po’ boys.
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Kerry Magee
The Centre
715 Locust St. • Evansville, IN (812) 812-435-5770
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localchefspotlight While working as a trainee for the FBI in 1968, Kerry Magee couldn’t have dreamed that he would one day be serving famed entertainers and presidents his own culinary creations. Back then, Kerry had a distinct calling to cook, and enjoyed serving a buffet-style brunch to his dorm mates in the FBI. Even so, Kerry didn’t dive fully into his intuitive grasp of the culinary world; working over the years as a deputy sheriff, shoe salesman and store manager. All the while, his cooking interests began to cultivate into a personal passion. Yet Kerry had never attended culinary school, and through the eyes of destiny, it would take a profound, professional opportunity to put him at the same standards of his contemporaries. Enter Pierre Bitters, a man who Magee calls “more than a chef.” The Czechoslovakian culinary master took Kerry under his wing as an apprentice in 1976, and became the defining figure in Magee’s culinary career. “He owned restaurants, he was a ladies’ man, he knew how to be a maitre’d,” said Magee. “If you were sent out at night to be the maitre’d, you’d kiss the ladies’ hands, talk to them, do tableside cooking.” Through Bitters, Magee learned how to communicate to diners, connect with them, and prepare foods that aligned with their most desirous tastes. Learning under Bitters became like a realworld school, working day and night while being introduced to new techniques inside and outside of the kitchen. In his own kitchen at The Centre in Evansville, Kerry Magee is the executive chef of seven years. His assistant chefs, many of who have graduated from Ivy Tech, learn from him in a style similar to his own past. “Hands-on learning is the best,” Magee reiterates to me. He aims to give his chefs the technical knowledge they need, without underestimating their creative potential when its time to get work done. Kerry believes instilling a sense of freedom is essential to the culinary experience, which goes hand-in-hand with the creative process itself. A former painter, Kerry likens creating a gorgeous platter of textures and colors to the painting process. “You got to see it in your head before you put it on the plate,” said Magee. “You have to be creative.” At the backbone of Kerry’s style and skill is his attention to detail and willingness to go the distance to satisfy his customer’s taste buds. When first settling down in Evansville, Magee had the task of creating a meal plan for country starlette Dolly Parton as her tour passed through town. Wanting her to feel at home with Southern comfort food, Magee prepared her
a menu of sweet potato pie, squash casserole, cornbread and President’s Bean soup and much to her delight. The singer wrote him a flattering letter of thanks and invited him into her trailer to thank him further, having felt truly gracious for his caring and selective meal choices. Magee has owned restaurants in cities all over the world, and has had similar experiences with entertainers such as Steven Segall and President Jimmy Carter. It is this care and service that Magee strives to bring to customers at The Centre. “Every chef, every student, needs to go the extra mile,” he tells me. A well-seasoned, well-traveled executive chef, Magee is the answer for diners looking for a professional, dynamic, and customized culinary experience. —Jacqueline Greenberg
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AMISH
Black Buggy Restaurant (East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr. 473-0012 Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730 Under $10/Checks/MC/Visa/ Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/Buffet-style menu
BARBECUE
Bar-B-Q Barn 1003 E. Diamond Ave. 491-9868 Under $10/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISA Hawg ‘N’ Sauce (Mt. Vernon) 1600 Leonard Rd. 812-838-5339 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.hawgnsaucebbq.com powered by Click4AMeal Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 422-6919 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/AMEX Landmark BBQ 3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Marx Barbeque & Catering Service 3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ Full Service Catering Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn (Owensboro, KY) 2840 W. Parrish Ave. 800-322-8989 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted for parties of 10 or more/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Nisbet Inn (Haubstadt) 6701 Nisbet Rd. 812-963-9305 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd. 476-4599 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards
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Southern Ride BBQ (New Harmony, IN) 1023 B Church St. 812-682-4227 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major CC Thomason’s (Henderson, KY) 701 Atkinson St. 270-826-0654 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ (Evansville) 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Wolf’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 6000 First Ave. 424-8891 Under$10/Casual/Checks/ Reservations Accepted/VISA/ MC/Online ordering available –www.wolfsbarbq.com powered by Click4AMeal
CASUAL THEME
Applebee’s Bar & Grill (East) 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr. 426-2006 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Service Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 476-7069 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Beans & Baristas 800 N. Green River Rd. 475-8566 (Eastland Mall) Under$10/Casual/MC/VISA Beef O’Brady’s (Newburgh, IN) 8177 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-9464 Under $10/Causal/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700 $10-$15/Upscale casual/ Full Bar/All Major CC Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 812-909-0388 Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine
FOOD Restaurant Guide
Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon HIll Rd. 812-868-4653 Reservations Accepted/Under $10, VISA/MC/DSCVR/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510 $10-$15/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Hadi Shrine 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX Hott’s Grill 122 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-9150 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major CC J. Gumbo’s 1211 N. Tudor Ln. 473-2951 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/All major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC/Full Bar
Major Munch (Old Post Office Place, Downtown Evansville) 437-2363 Under $10/ Casual/VISA/MC/Online ordering available – www.majormunch.com powered by Click4AMeal Max & Erma’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/ Full Bar OutLaw Burger Co. 701 NW Riverside Dr. 402-9913 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Patio Bar & Grill (Henderson, KY) 104 N. Water St. 270-831-9955 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Bar
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 6636 E. Lloyd Exp. 473-4100 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Riverside Cookery (Inside Casino Aztar) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 433-4227 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW (West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/ Online ordering available – www.showmes.com powered by Click4AMeal Steeplechase Café (Clarion Inn Airport) 4101 Hwy. 41 N. 424-6400 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards
Temptations Buffet Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4000 Under $10/Casual/ Credit Cards Accepted
CHINESE
Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards
Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St. 473-5551 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/Credit Cards
T.G.I. Friday’s (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443Under $10/ Casual/Full Bar/No Reservations/No Checks/ All Major CC
Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/MC, VISA
Crazy Buffet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/No checks/Credit Cards
China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896 Under $10/Casual/Checks Beer & Wine/All Major CC
Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855 (Newburgh, IN) 5066 S.R. 261 812-853-2680 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/DSCVR
Wayback Burgers 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., Ste. 4 475-9272 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/All Major CC Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664 (North) 4660 N. 1st Ave. 423-1800 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards
China Super Buffet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd. 476-8788 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/DSCVR China Village (Newburgh, IN) 8423 Bell Oaks Dr. 812-858-8238 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/ DSCVR
Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards
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Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 476-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Janbo Restaurant 4500 W. Lloyd Expwy. 422-8289 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/DSCVR Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 471-8881 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/AMEX/MC Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 476-7088 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 475-2888 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 464-2769 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX Taste of China 4579 University Dr. 422-1260 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol Two Brothers 3806 N. 1st Ave. 423-6188 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/ MC/VISA/DSCVR Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC
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FOOD Restaurant Guide
Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/All Major CC/Full Bar
DELI/CAFES
Abby Road Coffee Bean Emporium 422 N. Main St. 402-0842 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC/No Alcohol Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 204 Main St. 470-7763 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St. 423-5713 Under $10/Checks/All Major CC Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Choo Choo Café & Deli 915 Main St., Ste. Caboose 812-319-7816 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches 9 W. Jennings St. (Newburgh, IN) 812-789-6485 Under $10/Checks/All Major CC Coffee Cottage & Café 612 S. Weinbach Ave. 401-1930 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Daily’s Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 484-6635 Reservations Accepted/ Under $10/Casual/Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol Diamond Deli (Inside Casino Aztar) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-6122 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards
Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop (West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011 (North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 426-2311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011 (East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-0511 1950 Washington Ave. 477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111 (Newburgh, IN) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol
Just Rennies Cookies 102 S.E. 4th St. 490-8098 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major CC ordering available -www.justrennies.compowered by Click4AMeal La Sombra Coffee Company 318 Main St. 492-4567 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR
Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol
Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery 1322 N. Green River Rd. 473-3663 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.maxinescafebakery.com powered by Click4AMeal
Enjoy It! Catering 919 North Park Drive 425-6569 Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol
Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 476-7477 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards
Fresh Harvest Deli 101 N.W. 1st St. 421-0407 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA
Pacetré Bake & Brew 2734 Mt. Vernon Ave. 420-6005
Grand Traverse Pie Company 6245 Vogel Rd. 477-7437 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards The Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards The Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Ave. 476-4999 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Honey Baked Ham & Café 1449 N. Green River Rd. 471-2940 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400 (Newburgh, IN) 8680 Highpoint Dr. 491-7111 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC
Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN (7366) (North) 4827 David Lant 402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr. 434-PENN (Owensboro, KY) 3625 Frederica St. 270-683-1515 (Henderson, KY) 1111 Barrett Rd. 270-826-7361 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major CC Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. 421-8741 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 424-2253 Under $5/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/Checks/ DSCVR/VISA/MC Planter’s Coffee House (Henderson, KY) 130 N. Main St. 270-830-0927 Under $5/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Roly Poly Sandwiches 5702 E. Virginia St. 812-962-2326 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/VISA/ MC River Front Grille 1 Main St. 422-1800 Under $10/ All Major CC Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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Salad World Healthy Cafe (East) 3311 N. Green River Rd. 471-5083 (West) 4951 W. Lloyd Expwy. 467-7486 (Downtown) 200 Main St. 422-0898 Under $10/Casual/Cash/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR/No Alcohol Schlotzsky’s 301 N. Green River Rd. 471-4011 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Spudz –N– Stuff (East) 812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr. 402-8287 (Downtown) 101 NW 1st St. 402-7555 (Henderson, KY) 192 Garden Mile Rd. 270-212-1777 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/ Online ordering available – www.spudznstuff.com powered by Click4AMeal Smiling Moose Deli 724 N. Burkhardt Rd., Ste. 700 477-3354 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Sweet Baby Cheeses (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 477-2253 Under $10/No Alcochol/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 421-0606 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen (Newburgh, IN) 14 W. Jennings St. 490-7879 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ DSCVR YWCA Tea Room by Mary & Martha 118 Vine St. 422-6922 Under $10, Casual/ No Reservations/No Alcohol Served/All Major Credit Cards
FAMILY/HOMESTYLE Black Buggy Restaurant (East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr. 473-0012 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/MC
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FOOD Restaurant Guide
Bob Evans Restaurant (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 (Owensboro, KY) 3123 Kentucky Hwy. 54 270-683-3515 (Princeton, IN) US 41 & State Rt. 64 812-386-1228 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/VISA/ MC Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) (East) 713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Service Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Burger Bank 1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-2265 Under $10/Casual Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 479-6388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Charlie & Barney’s 1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/ No Checks/VISA/MC Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Online ordering available – www. crosseyedcricketrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal
Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd. 437-3333 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/DSCVR Denny’s Classic Diner (West) 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472 (Newburgh, IN) 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156 Under $10/Casual/Formal/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Denny’s Restaurant (North) 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459 (East) 351 N. Green River 473-1063 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/All Major CC Ellis Park-Clubhouse (Henderson, KY) Hwy. 41 North 800-333-8110 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards 5 Guys Burgers 5402 E. Indiana St. 401-1773 Under $10/Checks/All MajorCC/No Alcohol Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 423-1113 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC/Reservations Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Gemeca Inn (Ft. Branch, IN) 802 E. Locust St. 812-753-4441 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/No Checks/VISA/MC/ AMEX
Golden Corral (East) 130 Cross Point Blvd. 473-1095 (Henderson, KY) 1770 S. Green St. 270-869-9310 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major CC
O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E. Indiana St. 479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC
The Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 422-1757 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash/ Check/All Major CC/Full Bar
The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major C CReservations/ Checks Accepted/
Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ No Credit Cards/Checks Accepted
The Redwagon Restaurant & Bar (Poseyville) Hwy. 165 & I-64 812-874-2210 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations/All Major CC
IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-0510 Under $10, Casual/ No Reservations/No Alcohol Served/All Major CC KT’s Fire Grill (Wadesville, IN) 7247 Main St. 812-673-4996 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar Reservations/VISA/MC Kippleville (Kipplee’s Partyhouse) 2322 Division St. 476-1936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 437-3040 Under $10/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Log Inn (Haubstadt, IN) 12491 S. 200 E. 812-867-3216 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 423-6388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted
The Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr. 425-2261 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations/Checks Accepted/NoAlcohol
West Siders Restaurant 4220 Broadway Ave. 423-5844 Under $10/Casual/Cash Only/No Alcohol YWCA Tea Room by Mary & Martha 118 Vine St. 422-6922 Under $10, Casual/ No Alcohol Served/All Major CC Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant (Henderson, KY) 31 N. Green St. 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards
FINE DINING
Pop’s Grill (New Harmony, IN) 516 S. Main St. 812-682-3880 $10-$15/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Rafferty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 471-0024 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Red Fez (in Hadi Shrine Building)6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Rose Hill Cafe (Newburgh, IN) 8133 Rose Hill Dr. 812-853-8443 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/Cash Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol St. Joe Inn 9515 St. Wendel Rd. 812-963-9310 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7330 Under $10/Check MC/Visa/ Reservations/Buffett
Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Credit Cards/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Cavanaugh’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333 $20-$30/Reservations Recommended/No Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$25/Causual/ Reservations Recommended/ All Major Credit Cards The Edgewater Grille (Newburgh, IN) 1 E. Water St. 812-858-2443 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC The Jungle Restaurant 415 Main St. 425-5282 $10-$15/Reservations Reccomeded/Checks Accepted/All Major CC/ Full Bar
Lorenzo’s Bistro & Bakery 972 S. Hebron Ave. 475-9477 $15-$25/Upscale Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/All Major CC/Full Bar Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 S.E. 2nd St. 491-8611 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Checks/ All Major CC/Full Bar Red Geranium (New Harmony, IN) 504 N. St. 812-682-4431 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ Credit Cards
FROZEN YOGURT
Orange Leaf 701 Burkhardt Rd. 401-5215 Under $10/All Major CC Sweet CeCe’s (Newburgh, IN) 8680 High Pointe Dr. 812-853-5276 Under $10/All Major CC (North) 12414 US 41 North 812-867-6228 (East) 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 477-5276 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. 401-5232
GERMAN
Gerst Bavarian Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 424-1420 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All CC
GREEK
The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine and Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/No Checks/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal
INDIAN
Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln. 476-5000 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards
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IRISH
RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/
ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN
Angelo’s 305 Main St. 428-6666 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 421-0800 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Café Arazu (Newburgh, IN) 117 W. Jennings St. 812-842-2200 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/ MC/DSCVR Charzad 519 N. Green River Rd. 473-2849 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/DSCVR Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St. 428-3004 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.dileggesrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/ Cash/Full Bar Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave. 473-7005 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards
Pita Pan (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd. (812) 853-9555 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/VISA Raffi’s Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 1100 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-9166 $10-$15/Dressy Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Smitty’s Italian SteakHouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC
JAPANESE
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440 $10-$20/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards Ginmiya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant 471-8100 Reservations/ $10-$15/No Checks/ All Major CC/ No Alcohol Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 812-868-0830 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.mykanpai.com powered by Click4AMeal Nagasaki Inn 5720 Virginia St. 473-1442 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi 5435 Pearl Dr. 424-3413 Checks Accepted/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Roppongi Japanase Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St. 437-5824 $10-15/Reservations Accpeted/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Sushiyaki Buffet 4008 1st Ave. 468-8888 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 401-1020 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge 1448 N. Green River Rd. 477-9854 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Beer & Wine Serviced/All Major Credit Cards
KOREAN
Jaya’s 119 S.E. 4th St. 422-6667 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards
LATIN AMERICAN
Los Alfaro 1704 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-8070 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/No Checks/ Beer & Wine/All Major CC
MEXICAN
Acapulco Mexican (Newburgh, IN) 8480 High Pointe Dr. 812-858-7777 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/MC, Visa/ Online ordering available – www.fiestaacapulco.com powered by Click4AMeal Cancun Mexican (Henderson) 341 S. Green St. 270-826-0067 (Newburgh, IN) 10640 Newburgh Rd. 812-490-9936 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.cancunhenderson. com - powered by Click4AMeal El Charro 720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit CC/ Beer & Wine El Maguey (Boonville, IN) 601 W. State Rd. 62 812-897-2028 3250 Warrick Dr. 812-897-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/ MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www.mymaguey.com powered by Click4AMeal El Rio Mexican 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/Full Bar/CC
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FOOD Restaurant Guide
Hacienda Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S. Green River 474-1635 (North) 711 N. 1st. Ave. 423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major CC Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr. Suite A 437-5010 Under $10/All Major CC/ No Alcohol Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln. 490-2814 $5-$15/CasualReservations Accepted/Full Bar/Major CC La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 477-3351 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.lacabanaevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal Los Bravos (East) 834 Tutor Ln. 474-9078 (North) 3534 First Ave. 424-4101 (West) 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 464-3136 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC/AMEX Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major CC/ Full Bar Los Toribio’s (Henderson, KY) 2810 U.S. 41 N. 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/All Major CC Los Tres Camino’s 12100 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major CC/Full Bar
Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 491-6637 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC/Beer & Wine Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 401-0800 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226 Under $10/Casual/VISAMC Tequila’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 408 Southwind Plaza 812-838-2392 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA
PIZZA/ SANDWICHES
Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant (Newburgh) 8309 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-7778 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Visa, MC/Online ordering available – www.archieandclydes.com -powered by Click4AMeal Big M’s Pizzeria 1424 N. Main St. 434-6909 $10-$15/Casual/VISA/MC Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. 812-853-3400 $5-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Cici’s Pizza (East) 101-B N. Green River Rd. 477-2424 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G 812-962-0034 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol Served/Non Smoking/VISA/MC
Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards The Duck Inn 4100 Pollack Ave. 402-4835 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Firedome Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2046 Hwy. 41 N. 270-830-7700 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol
Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071 Under $10/Casual
Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900 Under $10/VISA/MC
Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Accepted
Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards
Geronte’s Pizza 4706 Vogel Rd. 474-1700
Under $10/Casual/Checks / Beer & Wine/VISA/MC
Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards
Greeks Pizzeria 240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733 Under $10/Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.greeekspizzeria.com powered by Click4AMeal
Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2611 Hwy. 41 N. 270-826-1111 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/Beer & Wine/MC
Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Online orderingavailable – www.headyspizza.com powered by Click4AMeal
Noble Roman’s Pizza (East) 2403 Washington (Ross Center) 477-5347 (West) 4807 W. Lloyd Expwy. 424-0996 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Beer & Wine/Credit Cards/
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Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar/Online ordering available – www. evansvilleoldchicago.com powered by Click4AMeal Papa John’s Pizza 1244 Hwy 41 812-867-7272 (East) 303 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7700 (East) 5436 E. Indiana St. 473-5200 (North) 4204 N. 1st Ave. 425-2345 (West) 4814 W. Lloyd Expwy. 812-423-7272 Under $10/Credit Cards (Newburgh) 3955 Hayley Dr. 812-858-7272 (Henderson) 418 Center St. 270-826-4444 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339 Under $10/No Alcohol/ Checks/MC/VISA
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Pizza Chef (Newburgh, IN) 4938 SR 261 812-853-3338 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations/Checks Beer & Wine/MC/VISA Pizza Depot 11845 Old Petersburgh Rd. 812-867-9131 Under $10/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Pizza King (East) 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-9441 (West) W. Franklin St. 424-7976 (Newburgh, IN) Hwy. 66 & 261 812-853-3368 Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards/Beer available/ Online ordering available – www.pizzakingevansville. com -powered by Click4AMeal
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Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rounder’s Pizza (North) 510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960 (East) 12731 N. Green River 812-867-7172 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware 423-3160 $10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol Samuel’s Place (New Harmony, IN) 518 Main. St. 812-682-3001 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards
Sandy’s Pizza (Ft. Branch, IN) 609 S. Main St. 812-759-3972 Under $10/Casual/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Spanky’s Una Pizza 714 N. Sonntag 402-6776 $10-$15/Checks Accepted/ MC/VISA/ The Slice 2011 Lincoln Ave. 476-8518 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards
FOOD Restaurant Guide
Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871 (Newburgh, IN) 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar - In house Brewery/All Major Credit Cards Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N. 1st Ave. 464-4472 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards
PRIVATE DINING
C.J.’s Party Place (Inside Willow Lanes) Virginia & Hwy. 41 422-6682 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary for Parties/ All Major CC Edgewater La Veranda Banquest Room 5 E. Water St. (Newburgh, IN) 812-858-2443 Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major CC Just Rennie’s Catering 100 S.E. 4th St.401-8098 $15 to $25/Banquet facilities for private parties up to 40 people/ Conference Calling/WiFi Internet/ AV Equipment/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.justrennies.com - powered by Click4AMeal The Event Gallery 956 Parrett St. 467-4255 $15 - $25/Banquet facilities/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230 $20-$50/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary/ All Major Credit Cards Old Post Office Event Center 100 NW. 2nd St. 812-253-2102 $10-$15/Full Bar Schmitt Catering & More 812-909-0566/812-774-6547 Under $10/Reservations Necessary/Checks Accepted/No Credit Cards
PUBS
Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Credit Cards Corner Pocket Bar & Grill 1819 N. Fulton Ave. 428-2255 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Cricket’s (Newburgh) 518 W. Main St. 812-858-2782 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Darren’s Pub (Henderson, KY) 713 N. Green St. 812-827-2206 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Dave’s Sportsden Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Full Bar/Checks/Major CCs
D.C.’s Pub 900 W. Buena Vista 401-6425 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks/All MajorCredit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC Fox & Hound English Pub and Grille 5416 E. Indiana St. 473-5721 Between $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Ginny’s Place 1602 Vann Ave. 477-0789 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Jazzy Grooves 217 Main St. 812-604-1936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/All Major Credit Cards Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Main Gate Sports Bar 518 Main St. 428-7776 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC/DSCVR The Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Cash Only Mojo Boneyard Sportsbar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards The Pub 1348 Division St. 423-2121 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Cards Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. 425-4840 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rookie’s Sports Bar (Henderson, KY) 117 Second St. 270-826-1106 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 425-1912 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Not Accepted/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant (Henderson, KY) 31 N. Green St. 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards
SEAFOOD
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Harbor Bay Seafood (Next to Showplace Cinemas) (East) 4706 Morgan Ave. 402-5122 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards (North) 4428 N. First Ave. (In the North Park) 426-0133 $10-15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar/Credit Cards Tin Fish (Newburgh, IN) 300 W. Jennings Station 490-7000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards
SPANISH
Eclipse Tapas Bar & Restaurant 113 SE 4th St. 463-6040 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Checks/ VISA/MC
STEAKHOUSES
Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Haub Steak House (Haubstadt, IN) 101 E. Haub St. 812-768-6462 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC
Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar
Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC
Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Gator’s Hot Fish 1203 N. Main St. 402-7775 Under $10/Casual
House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse (East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908 Under $10/Casual/No Res/ Checks/Full Bar/All Major CC
FOOD Restaurant Guide
Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400 $10-$15/Casual/Call Ahead Seating/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005 $10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Sirloin Stockade 4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/All Major CC Steak and Take Grill (Newburgh, IN) 4946 Hwy 261 473-0300 $10-$15/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR Smitty’s Italian SteakHouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit CC Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 477-7427 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ No Reservations/ No Checks/VISA/MC/ DSCVR Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 476-5405 $12-$18/Casual/Reservations/ Full Bar/All MajorCredit Cards
TAVERNS
Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/No Checks/All Major CC
Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/Full Bar
Hornville Tavern & Catering 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks Accepted
The Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 423-5171 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/MC/VISA, DSCVR
Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 424-4677 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards
The Knob Hill Tavern (Newburgh, IN) 1016 Hwy. 662 West 812-853-9550 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ Credit Cards
Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 423-0872 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards
Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major CC Fat Boy Tavern (Ft. Branch IN) 115 N. McCreary Ave. (812)753-9914 Under $10/Full Bar/All Major CC Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 423-8040 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash Only/Full Bar
Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia St. 491-2222 Under $10/Casual/ Cash Only/No CC/Full Bar Legends (Inside River City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444 Under $10/Casual/ Major CC/Full Bar Lyle & Bills Sports Zone 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 425-7729 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Bar
Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Cash Only/Full Bar
Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker Ave. 491-6229 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major CC 711 Tavern 711 Virginia St. 422-0904 Under $10/Cash Only/Full Bar St. Phillips Inn (Mt. Vernon, IN) 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Recom/ Checks/Full Bar/CC
T.J.’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Cash Only
THAI
Thai Papaya Cuisine 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-8424 Under $10/ All Major CC/ Online ordering available – www.thaipapayacuisine. com - powered by Click4AMeal
VIETNAMESE
Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 491-1884 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ VISA/MC
Yellow Tavern (New Harmony, IN) 521 Church St. 812-682-3303 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/No Credit & Debit
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5K Obstacle Run
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iking Assault is the modern reincarnation of the Viking lifestyle, at least minus the murder, thievery, and generally leaving other peoples’ lives in shambles. Viking Assault Coordinator, Adam Keister explains the importance and uniqueness of Viking Assault to the community of Evansville. “There are other events like this around the country but nothing locally. A lot of people who like to do it look for a variation in running that is off the beaten path. There are a lot of runs but nothing like this one.” This event encompasses all the unadulterated joviality without all that stuff that could land you in a maximum security prison for a wizard’s age. Fortunately, all this boasting is no exaggeration. The Viking Assault event is essentially planned around a 5k obstacle course which offers participants a host of challenging terrain and various obstacles such as a cargo net and tire field to conquer. “We kinda hope that [Viking Assault] will not just get the people who are out there running anyway because we get those people, but the people who also just want to have fun in their community without traveling and to maybe encourage them to also get out, start exercising. Exercising can still be fun if you do it right,” said Keister. Punctuating each of these obstacles and geographical features is a massive mud pit to indulge the care-free youth in all. This year will see the addition of new challenging obstacles as well as return of the more manageable obstacles for the more casual assaulter. “Anybody can do it; you could walk this course and do everything if you wanted to. We tell people if you come to an obstacle you don’t think you can do, feel free to walk around, it’s not that big of a deal,” said Keister. Imagine, you are at poised at the starting line with hundreds of others all dressed in active and eclectic garb. The sun is attacking your flesh with salvo after salvo of ultraviolet ordinance and every sinew and muscle fiber in
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your body is tensed up and quivering ever so slightly. The race begins and you are off like an abused greyhound. First, you encounter a field of tires positioned neatly before you like a fresh batch of black doughnuts from Crispy Crème, they look glazed but then you realize it is only the intense heat reverberation off their rubber surface. You take them on, legs moving up and down with the momentum and speed of pistons. You clear the tires, only to find yourself face to face with the first gelatinous mud pit. Here, you roll around a bit using the mud to cool your body like an Indian elephant. What comes next is but a minor challenge, unless you fall of course. Unwinding before you is a flaxen freeway; a path made solely out of hay bails. The footing here is tricky, but you tread lightly careful not to slip and end up with a side full of hay stems sticking out of you like acupuncture needles. Following the hay bails, your eyes track up a sixfoot tall barrier but you don’t stop, jumping at it like a with the grace of a howler monkey, your hands latch onto the top of the barrier and you begin pulling yourself up to a brief perch on top and instead of making a slow descent you vault right off the top to save time. This is a race after all. You stick the landing and begin running again but in the midst of the excitement you realize the heat is wearing on you and your chest feels like the boiler of a locomotive. You look ahead, eyes struggling to
focus but what you see is the Promised Land; it is another mud pit. You belly flop right into the center of it, feeling the cool mud underneath
the surface envelope you. Truly, the All-father Oden is smiling down upon you. If this doesn’t get the endorphins flowing then it is quite possible you are a corpse. Even senior citizens get excited and are turned slightly Scandinavian by this event. “Our last event, we had two ladies in their 70’s come out. One of them brought their husband with them to help them over some of the obstacles. They brought their own personal photographer, they walked the entire course, they had the slowest times out there but they had a blast,” said Keister. The physical aspect of Viking Assault is all great and good but this year the event’s organizers have gone to great lengths to make sure all those in attendance get to celebrate in the must rip-roaring and resplendent way possible. In such a way, that the party would make a real Viking shed a tear of joy. This effort begins with free and easy parking to watch the race and to enjoy the entertainment. This year the biergarten will boast a VIP section for the most serious pillagers. Budweiser will be providing the beer and there will also be games of corn hole to be played. There will be people on hand to cook up some Viking worthy grub including hot dogs, hamburgers and barbeque. Along with some culinary mystery that Keister was reluctant to expose, and what is a Viking themed event without a little bit of mystery? On the same note, what is a party without music? McFly: Back to the 80’s will be headlining the event and the party will also include performance by Kurt & Rod. When asked what he wants to see people take from Viking Assault Keister said, “I wanna see them show up, get muddy, get dirty and have a little fun. I want them to know somebody in this community, including themselves, wants everybody to stick around, wants everybody to have fun and want[s] them to know at least once a year they can count on a place to gather up with their friends, do something a little different, have a little fun and go home with a huge smile on their face.” —Nick Durcholz
For more information visit www.vikingassault.com or call 812-760-5298.
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1 6:00 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts
7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Blended Society Club Royale -- DJ Jon J College Dance Music The Corner Pocket -- Cornhole Tournament
8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Open Mic Duck Inn -- Jamtronic with MJG
8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers
9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -College Night & RBI Night 10:30 PM Someplace Else -Karaoke Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 2 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Karaoke Survivor Competition Club Royale -Karaoke with BK Hacienda (East) -Karaoke with Stefne Wene Lamasco Bar -Andy Fulton Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela 8:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -Terrapin Flyer with Tom Constanten of the Grateful Dead Duck Inn -- Charlie’s Karaoke MoJo’s BoneYard -- The BoneYard Trio 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Travis 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke
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10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -DJ/ Latin Night
FRIDAY, AUGUST 3 5:00 PM Los Alfaro -Free Dance Class 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Keith Vincent on the Patio The Corner Pocket -Cash Pot Pool Tournament 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Jazz Hat 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Ronnie McDowell Duck Inn -- 80’s Night with MJG Legends -- Karaoke Roca Bar North -Boat Monkeys 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Po Dunk Willies 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Skelton’s Montourage Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela MoJo’s BoneYard -Bad Mojo Blues Jam
9:30 PM Club Royale -- Bosko KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Pieces of the Day 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Diversion Ri Ra Irish Pub -Bearfight
SATURDAY, AUGUST 4 Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- KY Lottery Giveaway & Mug Giveaway 2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Magic 4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Beatles 6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -Bingo 7:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
The Corner Pocket-Cash Pot Pool Tournament 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Ronnie McDowell Hacienda (East) -Dave & John Roca Bar North -Troy Miller 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Metallica 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Matt Clark 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Smoke Rings Doc’s Nightclub -Ghosts of the Ohio with Dirty Valley String Band MoJo’s BoneYard -- Paul Blake & Ryan Rigdon Acoustic 9:30 PM Club Royale -- Bosko Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Vinyl KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Pieces of the Day Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Deja Blu 10:00 PM Duck Inn -- Live Entertainment Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
THE 27TH ANNUAL BLUEGRASS IN THE PARK FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL The 27th annual Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival will take place August 9 – 11 at Audubon Mill Park. The festival features the Fox on the Run 5K run, Pickin’ & Pedelin’ Bicycle Tour, Jammin’ & Jumpin’ Street Vault, Servin’ & Slammin’ Tennis Event, the Flippin’ & Flyin’ Disc Golf Tournament, children activities, and more. Interested parties must register online at www.bluegrassintheparkfestival. com for many of the events ahead of time. The Audobon Mill Park concerts will feature Ronnie Reno & the Reno Tradition, Audie Blaylock and Redline, Sierra Hull and Highway 111, The Special Concensus, The Roys, Cumberland River, The Westbound Rangers, and more. The main concert event The Del McCoury Band will perform at the Henderson Fine Arts Center on Thursday, August 9th at 7:30 p.m. Admission to all of the performances held at the Audubon Mill Park is free. Tickets are not needed to attend the events at Audubon Mill Park. Ticket prices for The Del McCoury Band concert at the Henderson Fine Arts Center are $31 for the main floor a person and $21 for the balcony a person. Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival has been named to the Southeast Tourism Society as a top 20 event list for 2012. —Brandi Weyer Guests can purchase tickets for The Del McCoury Band by calling 800-291-3402. For a complete schedule of all the Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival events and for more information, visit www.bluegrassintheparkfestival.com.
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Collector’s Carnival
Lamasco Bar -- Jaik Willis & Three Legged Dog 10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Diversion Ri Ra Irish Pub -Nathan Thomas 10:45 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: The Wall 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Lexxus Chamblis, Patience Eau Claire & Rochelle D-Leight
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ccasionally, a deep festering passion blossoms into a mecca of opportunities to share with the community. For Brent and Suzie Pace, the last twenty years has taken them down that road. The couple run Collector’s Carnival Show Promotions, and hold annual shows featuring a diverse array of antiques dealers from all over the country. When their now large-scale show was only a small side-business, the two toured the Midwest, developing relationships with as many different and colorful of dealers as they could find. Brent and Suzie managed to invite collectors and dealers from all over the United States, including the tri-state, Alabama, Tennessee, Michigan and more. Both informed antique collectors and carnival passerbys can be sure to find their one of a kind piece at the show. Many dealers who sell their items yearly believe the Collector’s Carnival is the best market of its kind in the Midwest. Frequently sold items include advertising, pottery, furniture, jewelry, china, books, coins, dolls and toys, to name only a few from the Carnival’s massive collection. The next shows of 2012 will take place on August 11- 12, and October 27-28. They are open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout the weekend. Show-goers will be able to find nearly 100 dealers at the Vanderburgh Co. 4-H Center on the north side of Evansville. “I always love the organization of the show,” said Laura Wilderman, a dealer you will be sure to see at the show in August. “They make it fun to shop! Plus, there’s always something good to eat! Suzie and the dealers make it fun!” —Jacqueline Greenberg
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- Dollar Day 2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Magic
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Open Jam Night Duck Inn -- Dance Party with MJG 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Amazing Soul Crackers KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Server Appreciation Night: Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar -- The Giving Tree Band 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Benefit for Briana Michaels & Asher Greene
MONDAY, AUGUST 6 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts
4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Beatles
6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Omaha Card Tournament
5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Troy Miller
7:00 PM Club Royale -- Katie Watts
8:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bluegrass
7:30 PM Casino Aztar (Conference Center) -- Tony Valentine’s Girl’s Night Out
Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
9:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic Night with Andrea Wirth
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Texas Hold ‘em Tourney 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Velair 7 Club Royale -- Andrea Wirth Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Andria Reed 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar -Boscoe France
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 6:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -Free Darts 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Velair 7 Club Royale -The Whale Shark
Club Royale -- DJ Jon J - College Dance Music Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Dustin and Blind Dog Duck Inn -- Jamtronic with MJG 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Mania 8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers 9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -College Night & RBI Night 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
Competition Club Royale -Karaoke with BK Club Royale -- The Whale Shark Hacienda (East) -Karaoke with Stefne Wene Lamasco Bar -- Andy Fulton Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela 8:00 PM Duck Inn -Charlie’s Karaoke MoJo’s BoneYard -The BoneYard Trio 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar -Jessi Torrisi 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -DJ/ Latin Night
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 10
5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- DJ Magic Mark Karaoke
Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor
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he Evansville Comtemporaries and WABX presents 10 Laser Light Shows The Evansville Contemporaries and Evansville’s classic rock station WABX partnered in presenting 10 different Laser Light shows in August at the Koch Planetarium. Running August 4th to 19th, the ten different shows will feature multi-color, laser light effects and animations set to the beat of music, projected onto the planetarium dome with a backdrop of stars. It is a perfect event to enjoy classic tunes and even to expose younger generations to some music that defined a very important time in American culture. Both matinee and evening programs are scheduled, including Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromedaan afternoon matinee program for children. The evening laser shows include music from artists such as the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Metallica and U2. In addition, there will be shows featuring classic rock, pop, and the album’s The Wall and Darkside of the Moon by Pink Floyd. Come on out to rock, roll, and head bang in the midst of an out-of-thisworld light show. —Brandi Weyer
Tickets are available online at www.etix.com, by mail, or at the Evansville Museum door. Ticket prices are $7 a person for evening shows and $5 a person for matinee presentations. Evansville Museum members receive a $2 per ticket discount. For more information, visit www.emuseum.org or call 812-425-2406.
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4:00 PM The Pointe -- Hog Roast 5:00 PM Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: Keith Vincent 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Keith Vincent on the Patio Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -- Cash Pot Pool Tournament The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: Adam Blythe 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Jazz Hat 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Devonshires Duck Inn -- 80’s Night with MJG Legends -- Karaoke Roca Bar North -Scott Winzinger 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Mania 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Jessi Torrirsi
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Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela MoJo’s BoneYard -Paul Wiemeier 9:30 PM Club Royale -- The Jimmies Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Zeppelin KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Gossamer The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: Gonzo’s Toybox 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Sideshow Romance Ri Ra Irish Pub -Scott Moody The Pointe -- Homemade Bikini Contest 10:45 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: The Wall 11:30 PM Someplace Else -Paris Starz
SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- $100,000 Gardenia Stakes 2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Perseus & Andromeda 4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Beatles The Pointe -- Hog Roast 5:00 PM The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: Zion 6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -Bingo 7:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -- Cash Pot Pool Tournament The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: Joe’s Garage 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Devonshires Hacienda (East) -Brian Hart
SUNDAY, AUGUST 12
8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Mania
11:00 AM Ellis Park -- Dollar Day
9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Echo Plexes Doc’s Nightclub -The Waywards with The Toddlers MoJo’s BoneYard -Monte, Judah, Theo (MJT) 9:30 PM Club Royale -The Jimmies Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Zeppelin KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Gossamer Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -DJ WREX The Pointe -- Ski Day Musicfest: The Crowd 10:00 PM Duck Inn -- Live Entertainment Lamasco Bar -- JEB 10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Live Entertainment The Pointe -Homemade Bikini Contest Finals 10:45 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: The Wall 11:30 PM Someplace Else -Syimone & Kendra James
2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Perseus & Andromeda 4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Beatles 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 7:00 PM Duck Inn -- Bloodetribe & Reaping Asmodeia 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Amazing Soul Crackers KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Server Appreciation Night: Karaoke with Travis
MONDAY, AUGUST 13 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- FreePool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
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6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Omaha Card Tournament 7:00 PM Club Royale -Katie Watts 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar -Open Mic Night with Andrea Wirth
TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Texas Hold ‘em Tourney 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Matt Clark & Friends Club Royale -- Andrea Wirth Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15 6:00 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Matt Clark & Friends Club Royale -- DJ Jon J College Dance Music Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Shannon Lawson Duck Inn -- Jamtronic with MJG 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser U2
8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe --Katie Watts
8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -The Amazing Soul Crackers
9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -College Night Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar -- Boscoe France
9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -College Night & RBI Night
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 16 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Hacienda (East) -- Karaoke with Stefne Wene Lamasco Bar -- Andy Fulton Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Charlie’s Karaoke MoJo’s BoneYard -The BoneYard Trio 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Travis 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ/ Latin Night
FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon 5:00 PM Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class
7:00 PM Club Royale -- Live Entertainment Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -- Cash Pot Pool Tournament 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -Chuck Grady 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -LYD Duck Inn -- Luau Party/ Beach Day Legends -- Karaoke Roca Bar North -- Nick Hamilton 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser U2 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -Dustin Kaposta 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Dang Heathens Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -DJ/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela MoJo’s BoneYard -Troy Miller 9:30 PM Club Royale -- Never Been Caught Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Beatles KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Rachel & The Jimmies 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Calabash Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
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10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Bosko Ri Ra Irish Pub -Kontraband 10:45 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: The Wall 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Jazmine Divine
SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- College Laptop Giveaway Day/ Cigar Luncheon 2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Magic MoJo’s BoneYard -- Benefit for Chris Tapp(Outdoor Beer Garden & Live Music) 4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Beatles Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
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6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo 7:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon The Corner Pocket -Cash Pot Pool Tournament 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- LYD Hacienda (East) -Brian Hart Roca Bar North -After Hours 8:15 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser U2 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -Full Circle 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Blended Society Doc’s Nightclub -Eric Lambert & Brick Briscoe 9:30 PM Club Royale -Never Been Caught Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Laser Beatles
KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Rachel & The Jimmies Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -Dave & Jon Band
8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Dance Party with MJG
10:00 PM Duck Inn -- Sister Brutal Lamasco Bar -- Heypenny
9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Amazing Soul Crackers KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Server Appreciation Night: Karaoke with Travis
10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Bosko Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams
10:30 PM Someplace Else -Benefit for Briana Michaels & Coco Deville
10:45 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -Pink Floyd: The Wall 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Niomi Necoll Onassis
SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- Dollar Day/ Mascot Day 2:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Magic 4:00 PM Evansville Museum Contemporaries -- Laser Beatles 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Troy Miller
11:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Fat Box
MONDAY, AUGUST 20 5:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -Yappy Hour Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Omaha Card Tournament 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Katie Watts 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic Night with Andrea Wirth
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tampeding into the Ford Center September 1st is the World’s Toughest Rodeo. Bring the whole family to see the nation’s toughest top bareback riders, saddle bronc and bull riders, cowgirls and animal athletes for one night only. Adult ticket prices begin at $23. This year features the wildly funny Ghost Riders or “Cowboy Monkeys”. The collaborative effort between two animals, specifically white-headed capuchin monkeys saddled to border collies dressed in the appropriate rodeo attire, is the creative efforts of professional rodeo cowboy, Tim “Wild Thang” Lepard. He has been a part of the rodeo circuit for over 28 years and began his career riding bulls and eventually progressed into bull fighting. Lepard has also a member of the PRCA since 2004 and was crowned the Mesquite Champion Bullfighter in 1988. After a few injuries side-lined him, he began to work with animals. The rodeo will begin at 7:30 pm; however fans can come early at 6:00 pm for a free Behind the Chutes Preshow. If you have ever wanted to sit on a bull, take a free pony ride or meet a cowboy, this would be the perfect chance to do so. There will also be contestants on hand to teach the proper way to lasso a steer, barrel racing and the crazy antics of the always lovable rodeo clowns. —Brooklyn Solis
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Duck Inn -- Into Eternity The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament
7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band Club Royale -- Andrea Wirth Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela
8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Moccasins
8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Deuces Wild 9:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -Rose’s Pawn Shop KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -College Night Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar --Boscoe France
8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -The Amazing Soul Crackers 9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -College Night & RBI Night 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
THURSDAY, AUGUST 23 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22 6:00 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band Club Royale -- DJ Jon J College Dance Music Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Karaoke Survivor Competition Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Hacienda (East) -- Karaoke with Stefne Wene Lamasco Bar -- AndyFulton Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela
8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Charlie’s Karaoke MoJo’s BoneYard -- The BoneYard Trio 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Travis 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ/ Latin Night
FRIDAY, AUGUST 24
8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -Adam Blythe 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Bob Minnette & the Swingcats Doc’s Nightclub -Elemental Shakedown Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela MoJo’s BoneYard -Dave Ruckman Acoustic 9:30 PM Club Royale -- Pieces of the Day KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- McFly: Back to the 80’s
4:00 PM Westside Liquor -- 2nd Annual Malibu Beach Party
10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke
5:00 PM Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class
10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Live Entertainment
7:00 PM Club Royale -- Live Entertainment The Corner Pocket -Cash Pot Pool Tournament 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Chuck Grady 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Koriander Duck Inn -- 80’s Night with MJG Legends -- Karaoke Roca Bar North -Scott Winzinger
Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Chip McGuire 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Eternity Dawn & Jordan Lakes
SATURDAY, AUGUST 25 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- Ladie’s Day Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
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4:00 PM The Winetree -- Craft Beer Tasting (East Side Location) 6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus-Bingo 7:00 PM The Corner Pocket -Cash Pot Pool Tournament 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Koriander Doc’s Nightclub -Michael Garfield Hacienda (East) -The Moccasins Roca Bar North -- Nick Gregory 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Keith Vincent 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Calabash MoJo’s BoneYard -The Echo-Plexes 9:30 PM Club Royale -- Pieces of the Day KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- McFly: Back to the 80’s Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Megan & Larry from Hoosier Daddy 10:00 PM Duck Inn -- Diversion
10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Live Entertainment Ri Ra Irish Pub -Chip McGuire 11:30 PM Someplace Else -Adriana Fuentes & CeeCee LaRouge
SUNDAY, AUGUST 26 11:00 AM Ellis Park -- Dollar Day 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller
5:30 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -The New Old Cavalry Duck Inn -- Dance Party with MJG 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Amazing Soul Crackers KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Server Appreciation Night: Karaoke with Travis
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MONDAY, AUGUST 27 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brians Sports Bar -Free Darts 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -Omaha Card Tournament 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Katie Watts 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic Night with Andrea Wirth
TUESDAY, AUGUST 28 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -- Texas Hold ‘em Tourney 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Marlinaires Club Royale -- Andrea Wirth Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela
8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Lacey Chaddock 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night Karaoke with Travis Lamasco Bar -- Boscoe France
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29 6:00 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Marlinaires Club Royale -- DJ Jon J College Dance Music The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Jamtronic with MJG 8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers 9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -College Night & RBI Night 10:30 PM Someplace Else --Karaoke
THURSDAY, AUGUST 30 5:00 PM Duck Inn -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -DJ Magic Mark Karaoke
7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Marlinaires Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Hacienda (East) -Karaoke with Stefne Wene Lamasco Bar -- Andy Fulton Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Dance/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Charlie’s Karaoke MoJo’s BoneYard -The BoneYard Trio 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Travis Someplace Else -- Katie Watts 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ/ Latin Night
7:00 PM Club Royale -Live Entertainment The Corner Pocket -- Cash Pot Pool Tournament 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Jazz Hat 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Nu Corp Band Duck Inn -- 80’s Night with MJG Legends -- Karaoke 8:30 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Po Dunk Willies 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Blame It On the Radio Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- DJ/ Karaoke with Jeremy Tudela MoJo’s BoneYard -- The Sellouts 9:30 PM Club Royale -- Akacia KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Bad Medicine 10:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 10:30 PM O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Live Entertainment
FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 5:00 PM Los Alfaro -- Free Dance Class Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.
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usician and freelance consultant Dave Huffman has lived the semi-charmed life of a successful musician and he recognizes its true importance. Huffman is the former guitarist of the band Jacob Freely but has taken time away from his passion for it to spend more time with his family. The musical seed was planted in young Dave’s mind and soul much like it is in any other musicians. It was an organic process, three people who were very close to him used their appeal, faith and support to water and fertilize that seed until it began to put down strong roots and mature. “[The first was] a buddy of mine that broke his leg and started playing guitar. I saw him playing and it just looked insane fun. My dad for nurturing that passion and getting me my first guitar. [Then] my wife who ultimately gave me a nudge shortly after our first date. I’d been playing at parties and things and she challenged me to do something more with [music],” said Huffman. At the peak of his musical career, Huffman was quite the mover and shaker. “After playing parties and things for a year or so, my brother and I were picked up by an entertainment agency, recorded a demo and hit the road. We played 150-175 shows a year, released 5 albums, had our own festival, a lil’ merchandise line, stole a spot in a movie and made a genuine career out of playing music. Not that we were all that great, but we understood how to navigate the business and we loved it so much,” said Huffman. Huffman mainly plays guitar and it is clear how much the instrument means to him. “The guitar, especially acoustic [has] pulled me through so much over the years, mainly through songwriting. It has also taught me more about life and business than my MBA or any amount of school I’ve been through.” said Huffman. Huffman also has a very eclectic musical style that you would be hard-pressed to find in the area. It is a result of pure audio amalgamation. “I just call it Roots Pop. I’m in that MTV generation that listened to every style of music, so a lot of it fell into my songwriting. My personal songwriting style has evolved so much too. It’s been deliberately poppy at times, country and sloppy at others,” said Huffman. Huffman has performed in Evansville and from his attitude towards performing live really makes you want to attend one of his shows because you know that he is ecstatic in the moment and giving his all. “It’s a tie between playing with a band (instead of acoustic) and hearing folks sing the words of my songs back to me (us). At the
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height of our semi-popularity, on any given night we’d have a few hundred folks waving back and forth singing along with the tunes. There is nothing like that,” said Huffman. There are only good things to be said about a musician that has been in the spotlight and still carries a sense of humility and gratitude. Keep an eye (and an ear) out for this fellow! —Nick Durcholz
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e shop, eat and work in a city layered with the faces of people we will never know. People catch our eye and people we brush past as though we were dodging trees or dips in the road, among this bustle is a humble community of musicians existing within the polished frame of normal Evansville life. They wait for the gleam of night, when the hungry show-goers and bar hoppers begin to gather around their local stage and the limitless air of performance intoxicates them all, wrapping our musicians in the harmony they lusted after throughout the day. For Matt Camp and fellow band members of Blame It On The Radio, returning to the stage is returning back home. The five-piece group are veterans of the Evansville music scene and well-known throughout the Midwest. The band consists of singer Elvis Anthony (Six Hills Grant, Dizzy Hollow), bassist Nick Wildeman, drummer Gregg Martin and guitarists Matt Camp (Calling Corners, Pieces of the Day) and Bruce Patten. Most members have known one another for years, bonding as their respective bands played shows together across town and beyond. The guys recently teamed up to begin the mighty endeavor of learning a near 50 cover songs to play with and stylize to their liking. “There’s gonna be at least 35+ artists that we are gonna cover,” Camp tells me over the phone. “There’s gonna be a ton of stuff there.”
Crowds can expect to hear anything from Linkin Park, Keith Urban, David Bowie and/or Kelly Clarkson. Included in their growing catalogue is Coldplay, Tom Petty, the Rolling Stones and other powerhouses of the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. “We just want to make sure that when someone comes to see us, that we have something for everybody,” said Camp. “That they’ll tell their friends ‘hey, no matter what kind of music you like, you should go see these guys.’” BIOTR aims to bring their energy and philosophy to the covers, and to create a sound that is recognizably “them,” even without the original content. I jokingly liken playing in an original cover band to the whole “you wear the clothes, the clothes don’t wear you” thing, and suddenly feel that I have wholly oversimplified a process which requires serious dedication. With keyboard instrumentation replaced with guitar parts, and otherwise ambient, melancholy songs spun into pop-rock party ballads, the band has had their work cut out for them. Their motto? “When it stops being fun, stop doing it,” said Camp, followed by a dramatic pause and a weighty chuckle that has me seeing his grimace through the phone. His previous band Calling Corners, took in the efforts of his heart and soul, ultimately teaching him that the best approach is to keep it simple. “After all the miles that I put in on the road. . . it still just got to the point where original music is tough, and if you don’t get that original radio single, you know, it’s almost a losing game. It got to the point where we just had a lot of guys who couldn’t chill and it stopped being fun.” Luckily for Matt and his band mates (all of whom are well-traveled professionals in the industry) rehearsals have been a “blast.” Even after a grueling day’s work, the recording studio is where they yearn to be. —Jacqueline Greenberg
Their next show will be at the end of August at the Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe, and Casino Aztar in September.
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Algonquins 213 U.S. Hwy. 41 South Henderson, KY (270) 827-4313 Archie & Clyde’s Newburgh, IN 8320 Bell Oaks Dr. (812) 480-7778 BackStage Bar 524 Main St. 424-5020 Blush Ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside LeMerigot) (812) 433-4000 Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. (812) 909-0388 Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares (812) 425-4929 Boney June’s Music Venue 5525 Pearl Dr. Suite D (812) 421-6767 The Brickhouse 201 W. Illinois St. (812) 421-0024 Buck’s Tavern 1005 N. Fulton Ave. (812) 429-0055 Bullock’s 401 Edgar St. (812) 422-2800 Buster & Becky’s 1000 N. Garvin (812) 423-7616 Cecil’s Bar & Grill 420 N. Garvin
Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. (812) 475-1074 Chilly Willy’s 3039 Claremont (812) 423-0726 Club Royale 2131 W. Franklin St. (812) 401-1699 Corner Bar 2668 Mount Vernon Ave. (812) 423-0933 Corner Pocket 1819 N. Fulton Ave. (812) 428-BALL Cricket’s 518 W. Main St. Newburgh, IN (812) 858-2782 Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt (812) 867-7300 Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St. Henderson, KY (270) 827-2206 D.C.’s Pub 900 W. Buena Vista (812) 401-6425 Deerhead Sidewalk Café 222 E. Columbia (812) 425-2515 Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown (812) 401-1201 The Duck Inn 4100 Pollack Ave. (812) 402-4835
Ellis Park Sports Bar 3300 U.S. Hwy. 41 North Henderson, KY (812) 425-1456 Extra Innings (Holiday Inn) 951 Wernsing Rd. Jasper, IN (812) 482-5555 Fat Boys Tavern (Ft. Branch, IN) 115 McCreary St. (812) 753-9914 Fast Eddy’s 507 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 424-ROCK Fox & Hound English Pub 5416 E. Indiana (812) 473-5721 Fred’s 421 Read St. (812) 423-8040
Iron Horse 203 N. McCreary Ft. Branch, IN (812) 753-9918 Jazzy Grooves 217 Main St. (812) 604-1936 K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill Washington Square Mall (812) 437-9920 Koodie Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St. Mt. Vernon, IN (812) 838-5202 Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin (812) 437-0171 Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia (812) 491-2222
Mojo’s Boneyard Sportsbar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. (812) 475-8593
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O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. (812) 401-4630
Rookie’s 117 Second St. Henderson, KY (270) 826-1106
Tiki Time Bar 1801 Waterworks Rd. (812) 425-1912
The Rock Yard 207 S. Fulton Ave. (812) 426-6998
Tinfish 300 W. Jennings Newburgh, IN (812) 490-7000
Old Chicago 6500 Lloyd Expwy. (812) 401-1400 On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill 100 Second St. (270) 826-2424 The Peephole Bar & Grill 2nd & Main St. (812) 423-5171
Legends 1050 S. Weinbach (812) 476-7444
Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. (812) 421-8741
Leroy’s Tavern 2659 Mt. Vernon Ave. (812) 464-8300
The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. (812) 425-4840
Hammerheads 317 Main St. (812) 421-8492
Lyle & Bill’s Sports Zone 1404 E. Morgan Ave. (812) 425-7729
The Pub 1348 Division St. (812) 423-2121
Harold Singles Dance Club 2816 N. Cullen (812) 477-1752
Los Alfaro 1704 S. Kentucky Ave. (812) 422-8070
Hoosiers Lounge (in Casino Aztar Pavillion) 450 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 433-4100
MainGateSportsBar 520 Main St. (812) 428-7776
Ginny’s Place 1602 Covert Ave. (812) 477-0789 Hagedorn’s Tavern 2037 W. Franklin (812) 423-0796
Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. (812) 475-0229
Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. (812) 475-8780
Rick’s Sports Bar 1531 Green River Rd. (812) 477-4088 RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 426-0000 Rick’s 718 Lounge 718 3rd Ave. (812) 423-0872
All Club & Pubs Are Now Non-Smoking
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Clubs & Pubs
Safari Wine & Martini Bar 415 Main St. (812) 425-5282 Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker (812) 491-6229 Smitty’s Italian Steak House 2109 W. Franklin St. (812) 423-6280 Show Me’s (West) 5525 Pearl Dr. (812) 402-7100 Show Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. (812) 401-7469 Sidetrack Tavern 664 E. Illinois St. 423-0828 Someplace Else 930 Main St. (812) 424-3202 Sportsman’s Grille & Billards 2315 W. Franklin St. (812) 422-0801 Stoney’s 701 NW Riverside Dr. (812) 402-9913
TJ’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. (812) 402-9273 Ziggy’s Pub 16 Main St. Poseyville, IN (812) 874-2170
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By The River
Historic Newburgh Theatre
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renda Bender of the Historic Newburgh Theatre committee awaits the public’s response to Newburgh’s two newest plays of the year. Preservation Hall will be hosting a family theatre show in early August, complete with dinner discounts and a traveling theatre troupe, as well as a second one-man show in October. Until recently, Newburgh has rarely had an opportunity to explore theatre in its community, as long time resident Bender recalls. “In the 70’s there were some people who tried to revive theatre in Newburgh. We had poetry houses and coffee houses. A group did some things in the back room at the Tin Fish, they painted the walls black and had a black box theatre.” For Brenda and other members of the theatre committee, the upcoming plays offer a chance to give their town a dramatic outlet that could add to the artistic culture of Newburgh. When asked about the future of the theatre program, Brenda’s voice grows noticeably excited. The committee hopes to eventually recruit local material, including scripts and talent. “I would like to see that happen, that we have our own self sustaining Newburgh civic theatre,” said Bender. Until the committee is able to have its own functioning theatre, performances will take place at Preservation Hall. Whether or not the organization will be able to expand to bigger and better facilities depends largely on the reception of the upcoming productions. “It depends how these first two go,” said Bender, “because these two are experimental for us to see how people in the area react to this.” Bender hopes that a local
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appreciation for theatre can be revived. Drawing from her own love of the craft, she tells, “You feel like you are a part of the conversation happening on stage even though you aren’t speaking. You feel like you’re a part of it because it’s right there in front of you.” The first production in the series, Down by the River will be showing on August 4th, at 8 p.m. in the Ebenezer room of Preservation Hall. Students from the theatre troupe Rivers Institute of Hanover College will be stopping in Newburgh to perform their traveling production for family and young children. The small cast includes actress and Evansville local Chyna Cheany. The play will tell the story of a nine year old girl given a homework assignment on the Ohio River who finds a magic pebble that transports her back in time. The girl meets Robert Fulton, inventor of the steam engine, who helps give her ideas for her assignment while also meeting other historical figures along the way. Families can also expect elements of science fiction, with tales of the mythical monster of the Ohio River wrapped into the performance. Tickets will be at $10 a piece, which includes a sameday discount for local restaurants. Vecchio’s, Café Arazu, Tin Fish, Knob Hill, and Edgewater Grille will be offering 10% off with proof of ticket purchase. Coffee and dessert will also be provided after the play, courtesy of Schnuck’s and Taldi’s. “It’s like progressive dinner theatre,” said Bender. “You can eat at one of the restaurants and then have dessert there.” —Jaqueline Greenberg
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ojo’s Boneyard Sportsbar & Grille will be hosting an evening of fundraising for cancer patient Chris Tapp. Chris is a member of the rock duo “Cold Stares”, based out of Nashville. He is currently undergoing radiation and chemotherapy, and friends and members of the community are gathering together to raise money to support his medical bills and future treatment. 100% of the proceeds donated to Chris’ cause will go directly towards aiding his medical procedures. The benefit will take place on Saturday evening of August 18th. Donators will be entered into a raffle, and have the chances of willing a 52” Samsung flat screen TV, a Kindle Fire or a $100 cash prize. Raffle tickets are 1 for $10 or 3 for $25. Checks can be made out to The Chris Tapp Fund. Anyone who won’t be in town for the show can mail a donation to Mojo’s Bar. Several bands will be performing the night of the fundraiser, including Pat Ballard, Casey Williams, Loko Davi, Hog Maw, The Strolling Tones, Chad Harvey Band, Monte Skeleton, Theo Akai, Judah Hebner and others to soon be announced. Chris Tapp has played music since he was a young boy. His band has toured multiple times over the years, and was founded in the Tri-State area. You can give his music a listen on Youtube @TheColdStares. —Jacqueline Greenberg Mojo’s is located at the corner of Bellameade and Green River Rd, at 4920 Bellameade Avenue. The bar features a newly refurbished, modern atmosphere. Their menu includes the now famed steamed cheeseburger, nachos, salads and pizza. Features include pool tables, booths, outdoor seating, high definition televisions and a stage area. Mojo’s asks that patrons use the parking lot behind the bar or street parking.
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Local Libraries Saturday & Sunday, August 4 & 5
Thousands of books, DVDs, and CDs will be sold at the Public Library Friends Annual Book Sale at Washington Square Mall. Bring your bags and boxes, clean out your trunk, make space on your bookshelves, and get ready for this bargain shopper and book lover paradise. Most items are only $1! Sale hours are Saturday from 10:00 am-9:00 pm and Sunday from noon3:00 pm. All proceeds benefit Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library programs. For more information, please call 4288200 or visit evpl.org/booksale.
Thursdays, August 9 & 16
Why pay for expensive cleaning products and laundry detergent when you can make your own inexpensive and environmentally friendly ones? Learn to make cleaning products that won’t harm your home, your family, or your pets. This program is presented as a two-part series and will take place in the Browning Events Room at Central Library at 7:00 pm. Please register for the program by calling 428-8246 or visiting evpl.org.
Thursday, August 23
Have you heard of social media websites like Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter, but you want to learn more and connect with others? At 10:00 am at North Park Branch, learn about many social media communities and the differences between them, and start socializing online. Please note an email address is needed to create an account on these websites. For assistance in creating an email account, please contact any library location. To register for this class, call 428-8237 or visit evpl.org. For more information on the classes, events and services that are available free of charge at the EVPL, visit evpl.org or on your smartphone at m.evpl.org. —Miranda Knight, EVPL Marketing & Community Relations Specialist
Family Event Shade Tree Players Thursday, August 2 • 6:30 pm • Oaklyn Branch Enjoy old time mountain tunes at this outdoor, family-friendly concert. Bring your lawn chairs, and we’ll provide water and lemonade. In case of rain, the music will move inside. Call 428-8234 for more information. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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Ratings are given from 1-5. “5” is the best rating a reviewer can give, meaning they were very pleased with the beer and would strongly recommend it. “1” is the lowest rating a reviewer can give, meaning they did not enjoy the beer at all.
Red Hook ESB
Christy Moore – 4 (E.S.B.) Extra Sensory Beer-ception? Maybe not, but you don’t need a sixth sense to appreciate a good beer. The pour is golden not at all heady. And even though it’s not as impressive as the last red hook beer I reviewed it wasn’t disappointing either. This seems to be a company that has a good formula for reaching a satisfying taste, without blundering around with unusual recipes whose consumption seems to be based on a dare.
Jabez Martinez – 3
Red Hook ESB is a clear, light amber color with good carbonation. It did have a lingering hoppy finish but nothing really good or bad about this beer. It also had a creamy flavor to it which I liked. I have liked most of the beers Red Hook put out in the past but this one is mediocre.
Nick D – 4
The Red Hook ESB boasts a dark orange hue with a slight scent of hops. The taste carries a moderate bite and the hop note is very slight but it is delivered with a rich texture. This brew is a good balance for people who like a subtle sweet flavor but also enjoy a smooth, velvety finish.
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Goose Island Nut Brown Ale
Victory Headwaters Pale Ale
Christy Moore – 4 Normally I don’t like to be goosed, but this was a pleasant surprise. Absolutely no transparency, it pours very dark brown with about a half inch white head. The nose carries very hoppy tones but it doesn’t overwhelm with the bitterness that commonly follows. I don’t think it’s going to be a beer I would drink a lot when partying but would rather nicely compliment a good meal.
Christy Moore – 1 Head waters? Makes me think more of Booty Sweat! Cause it tastes like... Well you get the idea. Definitely not a victory in my opinion but after the bitterness numbs your taste buds it is alright. Preferably I like a beer that has Consistent flavor from beginning to end as opposed to one that Recoils your tongue at first, feeling like you might be tasting poison.
Jabez Martinez – 3 Jabez Martinez – 4
This beer poured a clear brown with a small tan head. I could smell hints of caramel in it but nothing major. It had a distinct nutty flavor to it as well. I could also taste a coffee flavor and would consider this almost a “light stout.” I will look for this in the fall watching football.
This beer poured a light, orange color with a decent head. It had an ample amount of citrus hops flavor with a light body. It has a dry flavor but and a smooth finish. I am not a “hoppy” flavored beer fan but this one was not bad. I could only drink about 1 or 2. The hops were getting to me after only 1.
Nick D – 5
Nick D– 3.5
Goose Island is notorious for putting out consistently quality beer and I imagine this will be no different. The color is a rich chocolate brown with a slight hoppy and smoky smell. The taste is smooth and clean but the flavors run rampant from caramel to subtle hops, coffee and back again. This is an awesome beer.
The color of this brew is not pale by any means; it pours a deep amber color with a reddish tint. A brief sniff reveals this beer contains more than its fair share of hops. The taste is clean. It starts off with a bite but it dissipates quickly and finishes smoothly. Solid beer, but it needs a flavor to accompany the hops.
Six Point Apollo
finishing all the other beers in the review didn’t get any better.
Jabez Martinez – 1
This poured a cloudy, orange color and looked very inviting but I was disappointed. It had the Belgium wheat flavor but was overpowered by the citrus flavor and it was a sour to boot. I could also taste some cloves. I barely choked this one down and this is the first ‘1’ I think I have ever given. Hopefully I just got a bad one but I will be avoiding this beer. Christy Moore – 4 This beer pours to a honey gold. With the name APOLLO all in caps, I expected a heavy weight contender like Apollo Creed. and though I don’t think it could knock out Rocky, this is a very good light beer with citrusy overtones, I will give it four points instead of six as the name denotes. Losing those two extra tally marks for the sappy attempt at poetry on the can that even when read again after
Nick D– 3.5
The scent coming off of this brew is like walking into a market in New Delhi. The aromas are exotic and voluptuous. The hue is a cloudy orange and the wheat taste is bullied to the side by the flavors of cloves and citrus. Not a bad beer but maybe too much punch for an average beer drinker.
10 Signs You Drank Too Much • 10. You spent Sunday night in jail for cow-tipping -- with your Oldsmobile. • 9. Thanks to you, Jack Daniel’s stock is up 15 1/4 since Friday. • 8. For the money you spent on Thunderbird, you could’ve bought the car. • 7. You’re now the proud inventor of the “Slim Jim”: Ultra Slim Fast shakes made with Jim Beam. • 6. Absolut wants to run an add featuring a picture of your liver in the shape of a bottle. • 5. Yet again, dry cleaner employees greet you with, “Hey, it’s VomitMan!” • 4. The doorman asks for your ID just to see how long it’ll take you to find your pants. • 3. Your liver, in a fit of pique, leaps out of your abdominal cavity into a pan of frying onions. • 2. Worried friends call Monday morning to make sure you returned the goat. • 1. You’re now sober enough to realize “Drink Canada Dry” is a slogan and not a personal challenge. Compiled from www.tobp.com
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The Centre
715 Locust St. Evansville, IN 812-435-5770 centre.evansvilleis.com August 5 – Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss In this live interactive event, the baker and star of TLC’s “Cake Boss” will share the stories behind his hit TV series and his colorful Italian family, answer audience questions, and give a live demonstration of the techniques that have made him one of the most successful and renowned cake artists in the nation. Buddy will even invite audience members to join the fun on stage. One of the centerpiece shows of the TLC network, a fifth season of “Cake Boss” debuts May 30th on TLC. Viewers continue to celebrate the mouthwatering desserts and not-to-be-missed Valastro family moments occurring in bustling Hoboken, NJ, home of Carlo’s Bakery, celebrating its 101st anniversary this summer. America’s favorite baker Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss and his “Bakin’ With The Boss Tour will appear at The Victory Theatre on Sunday, August 5th at 7:30pm. Tickets go on-sale Friday, June 22nd at 10:00am. Tickets are $44.50 and $37.00. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $77.00, which includes a post-show meet and greet! August 11 – Kentucky Reptile Expo The Kentucky Reptile Expo is invading The Centre on Saturday at 10 a.m. Come see over 60 vendor tables full of amazing reptiles, amphibians, and other exotic animals! Don’t miss this Expo, it is in Evansville for one day only from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $6 per adults and kids under the age of six get in free. August 25 – 100 Men Who Cook 100 Men Who Can Cook will be in The Centre’s Exhibit Hall on Saturday, August 25th. Doors open at 6 p.m., at 6:45 p.m. is the Chefs’ Parade and the serving stations open. At 8:30 p.m. the Program and Live Auction will start. Tickets are $100 or reserve your table of eight for $800. To purchase tickets, call 812-4680376. 100 Men Who Cook presented by Old National, Toyota and Vectren is a unique fundraising event to benefit Gilda’s Club of Evansville. Sample the culinary creations of local, celebrity chefs
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arts&activities at 100 Men Who Cook. Enjoy a delicious evening of food and fun, and bid on auction items.
Downtown Henderson
222 First St. Henderson, KY 270-831-1200 downtownhenderson.org August 9 – 11 – Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival The schedule is posted for the 27th Annual Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival, Audubon Mill Park, and August 9 - 11, 2012 in Henderson, Kentucky. We are very excited to present this year’s line up to you and we know you are going to have a great time. The music is going to be fantastic. Visit our Band Profiles page to get the skinny on the bands who will perform at the 2012 festival. Take a look at our Folklife Lineup page to see what great exhibits and demonstrations will be at this year’s festival. Folklife will also present children’s activities, so be sure to bring the kids and/or grandkids. Don’t forget that on Thursday, August 9 there will be another Bluegrass superstar performance at the Fine Arts Center that kicks off the entire Festival. The Del McCoury Band will pack the house so get your tickets soon. Continuing with the good news, all of our performances in Audubon Mill Park will be free admission as they have for the past 26 years thanks to our great sponsors and supporters. The Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival has again been named to the Southeast Tourism Society Top 20 Events list for 2012. We are confident that you will agree! Mark your calendar today so you will not miss a minute of your favorite performances and festival events.
Historic Downtown Newburgh 9 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN 812-853-2815 historicnewburgh.org
August 4 – Newburgh Theatre Series presents “Down By The River”
Newburgh Theatre Series Dinner and Theatre is sponsored by Toyota, Schnucks and Kaldi’s Coffee. You will receive 10% off if you have dinner at participating local restaurants the night of the show for ticketholders. These restaurants include Edgewater Grille, Cafe Arazu, Knob Hill, Tin Fish, and Vecchio’s. The Hanover College Flowing River Traveling Troupe performs this play about river lore and steamboat legends. The play starts at8 p.m. and tickets are $10. The performance is one hour and is great for kids with dessert and coffee by Schnucks and Kaldis.
New Harmony Contemporary Gallery of Art 506 Main St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3156 usi.edu/nhgallery
August 4 – Frame Loom Tapestry Class Nationally recognized textile artist Laura Foster Nicholson with LFN Textiles will teach the art of frame loom tapestry. Students will learn how to use a portable frame loom and the basics of tapestry weaving. Each student will receive a portable frame loom to take home after the course and materials for the course. Students will need to bring a pair of sharp scissors to cut yarn. The class takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and registration fee is $200. August 1 – 19 – Ray Chen Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, Ray Chen was accepted to the Curtis Institute of Music at the age of 15, where he studied with Aaron Rosand. He is among the most compelling young violinists today. For more information, call the Gallery at 812.682.3156. August 25 – 31 - Jennifer Halvorson and Cortney Boyd The opening reception for the exhibit and the Art Stroll will take place on August 25 from 4-7 p.m. Jennifer Halvorson is currently an Assistant
Professor at Ball State University within the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass, Muncie, IN. Her work has been featured in New Glass Review 32, published by the Corning Museum of Glass, as well as Emerge 2012, by Bullseye Glass. Jennifer’s work currently focuses on history and the values of home. Cortney Boyd grew up in Fort Collins, Colorado, in a family that was actively involved in the arts. In 2001 she received her B.A. in studio art with an emphasis in printmaking as well as her B.A. in art education from Hastings College in Nebraska. While attending her last semester at Hastings College, Boyd decided to take a glass class, which impelled her to pursue her work in glass after being captivated by the material. She received her M.F.A. in glass from Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 2008.
Riverpark Center (Friday After 5)
101 Daviess St. Owensboro, KY 270-687-2770 fridayafter5.com August 3 – Legally Wired Legally Wired is one of Owensboro’s premiere dance bands and consists of five great musicians and fabulous lead singer Pam Long. You’ll hear all of your favorites from the 60′s classics to today’s most popular songs. Plus they promise to “throw in some smooth stuff for slow dancing,” another reason you’ll love dancing with your summer lover under the stars tonight. Kenergy is our special sponsor. You are their special guest. August 11 – After Midnight It’s a time machine back to the 70′s rock of Van Halen, Kiss, KC & the Sunshine Band and Journey brought to the main stage by Owensboro Grain. The five music industry veterans have shared the stage with such artists as Kansas, Eddie Money and Confederate Railroad, and have even done a stint as Tommy Tutone’s band! So not only can they deliver note-perfect renditions of everybody’s favorite songs, they also know how to serve it up with a fun-loving party attitude! The night’s party is brought to you by one of
Owensboro’s Best Friends, Owensboro Grain. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. August 17 – Bonepony Budweiser of Owensboro rocks the night with Bonepony. Formed in the late 1980s by singer/songwriter Scott Johnson and guitarist Bryan Ward in the Baltimore, Maryland area, by all accounts Bonepony began as a hard rock band, similar in style to Aerosmith. In 1991, Johnson and Ward moved to Nashville, Tennessee and left their fellow band mates behind. In Nashville, the two met Kenny Mims, a music producer, who became a band member. The trio created a new sound for the band, mixing the acoustic power of Led Zeppelin III with similarly-styled folk, bluegrass, and country influences. Upon moving to Nashville, Johnson and Ward picked up Kenny Mims on guitar. Bonepony rocks the river at 6:30 p.m. Free. Friends. Fun. It’s where the weekend begins. August 24 – Louisville Crashers Fresh from performing at this year’s Super Bowl, the Louisville Crashers take center stage tonight playing the greatest, most danceable hits in recorded history. It’s one of the biggest nights in Owensboro’s history and we invite you, your family and friends to the most memorable evening ever! It’s a regional celebration set to music! August 31 – Velvet Bombers There’s a reason why the Velvet Bombers are known as “The Midwest’s number one party band.” Over the course of nearly twenty years, the Bombers have played in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and Florida for governors, professional sports coaches, casinos, and international corporations. They have appeared with the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra numerous times, sold out New Years Eve shows and return to Friday After 5 tonight for their seventeenth consecutive appearance. The show starts at 6:30 p.m.
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News4U (N4U): What do
you do to prepare for a big game? Kyle Kuric (KK): Obviously, we do our practices, and our weight training – get some extra shots up and then just visually prepare and mentally prepare for the game for certain situations you might be put in and how you [will] react to it. So, when they come in the game you’re ready.
N4U: Who or what really
motivated you to pursue basketball? KK: My dad played a big role in it. He was always outside rebounding for me and shooting with me, anything I needed he was there.
N4U: Is there any personality trait you find important to have in basketball? KK: The thing about most guys on our level is that they are competitive. No matter who they are playing against they want to win. So, if you have that competitive nature you will be successful.
N4U: To any aspiring high
school player, what advice would you give them? KK: It’s always about hard work. As long as you work hard you will make it. —Nick Durcholz
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rom playing on a toy goal when he was two years old to getting to play on one of the biggest stages in basketball, it is fair to say Kyle Kuric knows a thing or two about the game. He played for Memorial High School in Evansville and chose to attend the University of Louisville because “It was the best place and opportunity to play.” According to his University of Louisville profile, Kuric averaged 20.8 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.8 steals and 1.3 blocked shots as a senior in leading Memorial High School to a 21-2 record and the regional finals before falling to eventual Indiana state champion Washington. Kuric continued to put up big numbers while playing for the Louisville Cardinals. According to his University of Louisville profile, in his junior year he was third in the Big East for threepoint percentage (.449) and was seventh in field goal percentage (.514). Kuric averaged a team-high 15.1 points and 5.8 rebounds over the last 13 games, hitting 34of-74 three-pointers and 53.8 percent from the field. Kyle was able to take time out of his schedule to chat with News4U.
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Video Games
NCAA Football 2013
EA Sport’s NCAA Football has been the prime name in virtual college football since 1997. The series is actually four years older than that; it just went by a different name. The very first title that would later become the NCAA Football series was called Bill Walsh College Football and was released in June of 1993 for the Sega Genesis, Super NES and Sega CD. From year to year EA Sports has tweaked and tinkered around with the various dynamics of the gameplay. They continually add, subtract and have left some features static over the years. The new installment is no different boasting new dynamics such as the new ability to abort a play action after a snap, the lack of removal of blind swats and 430 new catches. One thing is for sure, as the years have passed the graphics keep getting better and better. This game is visually stunning. It employs fluid body movement, realistic object interaction and realistic player on player reactions. The sound is on par as well with true-to-life sounding announcers that comment and critique decision you have made on the field. As complicated as all of the new abilities, skills and dynamics of the game are it remains remarkably easy for a beginner to play and actually do fairly well. The game features online play with friends or with players chosen at random. There is also a single player Exhibition mode and the classic tournament style Dynasty Mode. The game’s simplest form One Button mode is ideal for young players. Both Big 10 and Big 12 teams are featured but player names are not listed. This game provides the intense multi-player games and the general edge of your seat excitement that the series is known for but all in all it is just another stroll on the turf. —Nick Durcholz
This game is rated ‘E’ for Everyone and is available on Xbox 360 and Playstation 3.
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little ones to express their unique brand of creativity. The event begins at 3 p.m.
Barnes & Noble Booksellers 624 S. Green River Rd. Evansville 812-475-1054 barnesandnoble.com
August 4, 11, 18, 25 – Saturday Story Time with Crafts & Treats
Every Saturday at 3:00 p.m. in B&N, Jr., we have a special story time complete with a themed craft and treats. You never know who might show; sometimes, we have costumed characters or a guest reader; sometimes, it’s just a nice cozy classic with cookies.
August 4 – B & N, Jr. Olympics
Take a break from the heat and get your physical fitness credits done inside with us today at the B&N Jr. Olympics. There will be many games and activities including hula hooping, cookie stacking, gummy worm tossing and LEGO tower building. The event begins at 3 p.m.
August 10, 17, 24, 31 – Friday Morning Story Time
Don’t be alarmed on Friday mornings if you hear laughter coming from Barnes & Noble Jr. It’s just another of our regular Friday story times. From chuckles to belly laughs, you’ll know the little ones are having fun! Friday morning story time starts at 10 a.m.
August 11 – Lights on After School Book Fair & Klutz Craft Event
Come and show your support of the Lights on after School program in our store today with our book fair and Klutz Craft Event. There are sure to be many opportunities for your
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Bosse Field
1701 N. Main St. Evansville 812-435-8686 evansvilleotters.com
August 1, 2 – Otters vs. Slammers
Games start at 6:35 p.m.
August 3 – 5 – Otters vs. Corn Belters
Friday and Saturday’s games start at 6:35 p.m. •Sunday’s game begins at 6:05 p.m.
August 7 – 9 – Otters vs. Beach Bums
•Games start at 6:35 p.m.
August 17 – 19 – Otters vs. Grizzlies
•Friday and Saturday’s games start at 6:35 p.m. •Sunday’s game begins at 6:05 p.m.
August 31 – Otters vs. Freedom
•Game starts at 6:35 p.m.
Casino Aztar
421 Riverside Dr. Evansville 812-423-3843 aafevv.com
August 15 – 2012 Fall TV Preview
Join us for our annual Fall TV Preview. It’s one of our most attended events. We’ll review all the new changes happening in our television market, including previews of all the new primetime shows debuting this
fall. Registration opens at 11:30 a.m. for networking prior to the presentation. Lunch will be available at 11:30 a.m., and presentation will start promptly at 12 p.m. Free for members of the American Advertising Federation of Evansville and $15 for non-members. The event starts at 12 p.m.
where you could win $100 win bet for a race at Ellis Park. Gates open at 1 p.m.
Evansville Public Library System Various locations Evpl.org
August 4, 5 – Public Library Friends Book Sale
Ellis Park
3300 U.S. 41 Henderson, KY 812-425-1456 ellisparkracing.com
August 11 – Gardenia Stakes
The Gardenia Stakes is held annually in early August. The event is open to three-year-olds & up fillies and mares. It is run at one mile (8 furlongs) on a conventional dirt surface. Did you know that the race itself was named for the flower used in the winner’s garland? Come out and show support for the ladies of the sport! Gates open at 11 a.m.
August 18 – College Laptop Giveaway Day
Show your current college student ID and enter for a chance to win a laptop! A name will be drawn after each race, giving you multiple opportunities to win. The winner must be present to receive the prize. Gates open at 11 a.m.
August 25 – Ladies’ Day
There will be wine tasting, vendors, prizes, and more! Wear your best hat and be entered into a drawing
This event will take place at Washington Square Mall at 5011 Washington Avenue in Evansville. Join us for the annual book sale at Washington Square Mall. Fill your shelves, support the Friends, and support your library. Saturday the event starts at 10 a.m. and Sunday it begins at 12 p.m.
August 4 – End of Summer Ice Cream Social
Gather for ice cream and socializing in celebration of summer’s end. All ages welcome. (If rain, event will move into the Meeting Room.) This event will be taking place at the Stringtown Branch at 2 p.m.
August 6 – Learn to play Calbber: Evansville’s Own Card Game
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Celebrate Evansville’s Bicentennial by enjoying a morning of Clabber,
Pete ‘N’ Keely at New Harmony Theatre
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ew Harmony Theatre’s 25th Season will come to a musical close with Pete ‘N’ Keely. A production that holds steady to the theme of marriage in this season’s selections. The first two productions this season, God of Carnage and The Retreat from Moscow, were directed by Producing Artistic Director of New Harmony Theatre and Chair of the Department of Performing Arts at University of Southern Indiana Elliot Wasserman. This musical comedy written by James Hindman, with music by Patrick Brady and lyrics by Mark Waldrop, will be directed instead by New Harmony Theatre veteran Scott LaFeber, Artistic Director for the summers of 19972006. Pete ‘N’ Keely promises laughs in the telling of the story of one of America’s most-loved singing-performing couples of the 1950s who after attempting solo careers, are giving their joint act another shot in the form of a 1968 live television special. The audience follows Pete and Keely’s interactions backstage and on air as they are forced to speak to one another again a decade after their legendary separation at Caesar’s Palace. Longtime New Harmony Theatre patrons may recognize more than just returning director LeFeber. Equity actor Kirsti Carnahan will return, joining fellow Equity actor Paul Binotto in the title roles of Keely Stevens and Pete Bartel, respectively. Also returning are local actor Steve Small, music director and pianist Kenney M. Green, bassist Jonathan Isaac Lutz and drummer Dr. Gregory B. Hagedorn, OD. —S. Carrigan
Pete ‘N’ Keely will play at New Harmony Theatre (419 Tavern Street, New Harmony, Ind. 47631) on August 3-5. Please visit http://www.usi.edu/nht/ for more details and to purchase tickets or call the box office at (812) 682-3115 or toll-free at 877-NHTSHOW.
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a game that originated in this area in the 19th Century. Beginners as well as seasoned players are welcome. This event will take place at the McCollough Branch in the Meeting Room at 10 a.m. To register call 428-8236.
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August 16 – Evansville Literacy Coalition
Monthly meeting of the ELC to discuss literacy efforts in Southwestern Indiana. This event will take place at the Central Branch at 10 a.m. in the Conference Room.
animals stay cool through ice enrichment and cool off yourself with special ice and water activities!
Vanderburgh County 4-H Center 201 E. BoonvilleNew Harmony Rd. Evansville 812-867-6217 vanderburgh4hcenter.com
August 11, 12 – Collector’s Carnival Antique Sale
Collectors Carnival Antiques & Collectibles Show 100 quality dealers in 3 buildings plus outside Hwy 41 North, 5 miles south of I-64 Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $2/person Saturday Preview Shopper 7-9 a.m. $5/person Friday Setup Shopper 3-8 p.m. $15/person.
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1545 Mesker Park Dr. Evansville 812-435-6143 meskerparkzoo.com
August 4 – Family Fun Day
Play a variety of games, listen to keeper talks, and much more. Watch
August 18 – Viking Assault Marathon
The goal is simple... get you off your couch, get you muddy ...and give you a tough endurance event that will be the rush of your life. Viking assaults obstacle races are muddy 3+- mile events with 10 or more obstacles. The challenging Assault Courses are a great way to get you moving and
start living. From the beginner trail runner and mud run participants to hardcore iron men, tough guys and marathon runners, they all come out to test themselves on this insane obstacle race! 99.9% of all people who try this event will finish, and 100% will have their thirst for mud & trail racing fully satisfied!
Cycle in Newburgh which is located at 7835 NW State Route 66. Bring your motorcycle and join us on a poker run. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with first bike out at 8 a.m.; last bike out at 10 a.m.
August 20 – Yappy Hour
This event takes place at Boston’s Gourmet Pizza in Newburgh which is located on 3911 Venetian Way. Sit on the porch with your four legged friends at Boston’s and compete in the August theme which is ‘Cutest Mutt.’
YMCA Downtown
222 NW 6th St. Evansville 812-423-9622 ymcaswin.org
August 24 – 26 – Frog Follies
Since 1975, each August the E’ville Iron Street Rod Club has put on a rod run for street rod owners. It is held at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center in Evansville Indiana. At the first event we had 44 registered street rods. Since that time the Frog Follies has grown to average over 4000 street rods each year. The event became known as the Frog Follies after the club had a bull frog race at the first event. We’ve had entries from Alaska, Australia, Canada, and all 48 continental states over the years. Since 2010 we can boast that the Frog Follies is THE largest PRE 49 Street Rod event anywhere in the world!
Warrick County Humane Society 5722 Vann Rd. Newburgh 812-858-1132 warrickhumanesociety.org
August 18 – Ride for the Rescue Poker Run
August 4 – Literacy Party!
Please join us for an informal Literacy Party! Learn how to interact with your child using picture books and make the most of the time you spend reading together! Everyone who attends will receive a free children’s book! Two Sessions – 10-11 a.m. or 6-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 8, 2012 For more information, contact Diane Braun at 426-6210 x3310 or braun@ymcaswin.org. Look for the new YMCA program,” Strengthening Families Through Literacy” that debuts in September!
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undays are the perfect day to take a ride. Why not ride for a reason? Mental Health America of Vanderburgh County will host the fourth annual Ride for Recovery on Sunday, August 19th. The ride is to raise funds and awareness about mental health disorders with a journey through the areas MHA serves while providing food, fun and live entertainment. “One in four people have a treatable mental disorder. It is time to break the stigma and start talking about it,” said MHA board member, Theresa Arvin. Registration for automobiles and motorcycles will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the MHA offices located at 410 Mulberry Street in downtown Evansville. A bicycle path has been included this year with the help of Tour Deville bicycle group. Bicyclists can register at the Posey County fair grounds. It is $20 per rider and $10 per extra rider. You can also purchase a family pass for $40. All proceeds help support MHA’s efforts in the tri-state area. “We provide aid to people who need medication for their treatable disorder. In 2011, we were able to provide over $26,000 in psychiatric medicines to individuals in need. Not only do we provide medication, but we also provide support group services,” said Arvin. Participants can also look forward to a silent auction, corn hole and live entertainment provided by Andrea Wirth and DJ Storm. Brenda Heldt will also speak during lunch about her personal experience with MHA. —Brooklyn Solis
for consideration before the 15th of the month prior to your event.
For more information, visit MHA’s website at www.mhvanderburgh.org.
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August 3rd Total Recall Sony Pictures
Factory worker turned super-spy sets the stage in this futuristic action movie. After a visit to Rekall, a company that can turn dreams into memories, Douglas Quaid (Colin Farrell), begins to suspect he is a spy. Implanted with fake memories in a world gone wrong… Quaid teams up with rebel fighter (Jessica Biel) to infiltrate the underground resistance and stop the leader of the free world Chancellor Cohaagen (Bryan Cranston). Swarms of armored drones, hyper-action catf ights between Jessica Biel & Kate Beckinsale, and a vehicle that transports people from one side of the earth to the other by way of right through the center are all reasons to check out this remake. Directed by Len Wiseman.
August 3rd
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days 20th Century Fox
Wimpy Kid” Greg Heffley, the hero of the phenomenally successful book series is back for summer mayhem. While trying to avoid the season’s dog days he pretends to have a ritzy country club job. After a nightmare of a camping trip and public pool embarrassment, will he be able to save his summer? Directed by David Bowers.
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August 10th
The Bourne Legacy Universal Pictures
Jason Bourne was just the tip of the iceberg. This original story introduces us to new super agent (Jeremy Renner.) “There was never only one.” Discover what the first three films didn’t tell you. Renner joins fellow series newcomers Rachel Weisz, Edward Norton, Stacy Keach and Oscar Isaac, while franchise veterans Albert Finney, Joan Allen, David Strathairn and Scott Glenn reprise their roles. Tony Gilroy, director of Michael Clayton and writer of the Devil’s Advocate takes the helm in the next chapter in the Bourne franchise.
August 17th
The Expendables 2: Back for War Lionsgate
Ever wondered what an action movie dream team would be? Their name is the Expendables and they’re back. This time Mr. Church (Bruce Willis) reunites the team for what is supposed to be an easy paycheck. But, when one of their members is killed there’s nowhere they won’t stop to get revenge. They find themselves against an unexpected threat and deep in enemy territory. Starring Sylvester Stallone, Bruce Willis, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Liam Hemsworth, Randy Couture and Chuck Norris. Directed by Simon West. —Jae Mills
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Casa de mi Padre Pantelion Films
Will Ferrell goes a little off the beaten path and brings his brand of comedy to what appears to be a Spanish telenovella. Farrell plays Armando Alvarez who has worked on his father’s ranch in Mexico since he could work. The ranch encounters money troubles but it seems Armando’s brother Raul has the problem solved with his success in international business. It becomes clear things might not be as simple as they seem, and it becomes up to Armando to save the dia. I begin with a disclaimer to the viewer that this movie is entirely in Spanish and includes subtitles. Will Farrell’s humor does shine through with excessively dramatic lines and small, eccentric events. It is clear the movie is meant to flow like a 70’s style western. The movie is peppered with campy effects and subpar editing which actually plays into the humor of the whole film. If you are a fan of Farrell-brand humor check it out. If not, you should probably avoid it.
Lockout
Open Road Films Lockout is a futuristic special operations thriller with all the usual fixings. Guy Pierce plays Snow, a man who is wrongly accused of conspiracy to commit espionage against the United States of America. He is offered a deal from the government for his freedom if he can rescue the president’s daughter who is trapped in an outer space prison populated by vicious inmates. This film suffers tremendously from the cliché influenza. All of the characters are flat and uninteresting. The rough and tough one-liners are cheesy and flimsy and even the action comes off as only slightly entertaining. Movies like this have potential but it seems that hardly anyone ever goes through the trouble of at least attempting to make them unique. Spice up the dialogue, make the characters conflicted and multilayered and simmer the drama slowly until the flavor pops.
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Three Stooges 20th Century Fox
The Farrelly brothers reincarnation of the slapstick comedy trio has slapped, poked and slipped its way into movie stores all over the country. The movie features Will Sasso as Curly, Sean Hayes as Larry and Chris Diamantopoulos as Moe. The zany threesome find themselves in a contemporary world, ripe with comedy potential. The become maintainence men in the foster home which they were abandoned. The home comes under financial troubles and they choose to stumble in to save the day. Along the way they become involved in other goofy adventures. I have to hand it to the casting team on this one. They did a fantastic job filling the trio with Sasso, Hayes and Diamantopoulos. Their portrayal of the three is spot on. Some may say that Hollywood should let sleeping dogs lie but this film is a solid linchpin through which younger generations can be exposed to this classic comedy team and discover their original material. The movie isn’t outrageously funny, the plot is tacky and gimmicky but it serves a higher purpose.
Friends with Kids Lionsgate
Adam Scott and Jennifer Westfeldt play two close friends Jason Fryman and Julie Keller who decided to have a child together while keep their relationship on a non-romantic level. They both recognize the toll children can take on intimate, loving relationships and as the movie progresses they discover their approach is very tricky to uphold. From the comedic point of view this film is lacking. There maybe 4 good laughs throughout. The concept behind the plot is interesting but as a whole it remains fairly predictable. The film portrays a great amount of truth when it comes to new couples with young children and in the aspect it is poignant but there are a few holes at important times in the movie that should have been addressed. —Nick Durcholz Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • August 2012
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Book Reviews By Erika Qualls, Popular Materials Center Supervisor, Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library
Another Piece of My Heart
The Dressmaker
Divergent
Green is back with another emotional page-turner. At the age of thirty-seven, Andi has finally found the perfect man. Even though Ethan is divorced with two daughters, Andi is ecstatic to find the ready-made family she has been longing for, and hopes to have her own baby to add to the family. Ethan’s older daughter, Emily, however, only sees Andi has a threat for her father’s love and attention, and spends the first five years of their marriage making Andi’s life difficult. Ethan and Andi rarely fight, but Emily is always at the center of the fights they do have. At the age of seventeen, Emily has gotten so used to acting out to get her father’s attention that she finds herself in situations she never dreamed of. When Emily’s actions finally reach the level where her father can’t make excuses anymore, Andi’s dream life becomes shattered. The two women must adjust their lives and everything they ever knew about love.
The 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking has just passed, so there is a myriad of books being published on the subject. Weeding the good from the bad can be difficult to do. If you have an interest in the Titanic (or even if you don’t), The Dressmaker tells a side to the story that many have never heard. In the aftermath of the sinking, trials were held in America and England trying to determine who was to blame for the accident. Alcott introduces us to Tess, an aspiring seamstress, who finds herself in the middle of the legal battles. Right before the Titanic is to set sail, Tess leaves her current position as a maid, and is desperate for a fresh start. By a great chance of luck, she finds herself maid to fashion designer Lady Duff Gordon, with a spot on the Titanic’s maiden voyage. During the four short days aboard, Tess captures the attention of a sailor and an older millionaire. After the ships sinks, Tess is in the middle of the media frenzy and trial hearings as her mentor, Duff Gordon, and the young sailor both take the stand with two very different stories.
With all the buzz The Hunger Games has generated, a wave of dystopian fiction is being published for adults and young adults. Roth has created a series that is just as enjoyable to read as The Hunger Games, and would look amazing on the big screen (hint, hint to the production companies!). In this first book of the series, readers are introduced to Beatrice Prior, a sixteen-year-old girl living in dystopian Chicago. The world she knows is divided into five factions- Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). Every year, the sixteenyear-olds select which faction they wish to belong. In the first few chapters of the book, Beatrice struggles with her decision. While she feels like she doesn’t belong in her current faction, to leave it means that she will leave her parents and brother behind. While her internal struggle sets the tone of the book, it is only after Beatrice abandons her faction and family for the Dauntless that the real story begins. Once there, she becomes Tris, a girl who must be fearless just to live through the initiation process.
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by Veronica Roth
The Big O Music Fest
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or those of you with a hillbilly bone, The Big O Music Fest in Owensboro, Kentucky at Reid’s Orchard on August 18th is the place to exercise it. Gates will open at noon with the show beginning at 1 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to catch Tracey Lawrence, Jo Dee Messina, Gloriana, Locash Cowboys and Joanna Smith, with headliner Blake Shelton. It is no surprise that Blake Shelton is a fan favorite for this year’s Big O Music Fest. Since his 2001 hit “Austin” gained national attention he has enjoyed a large fan following, while continuing to climb the ladder of country music stardom. Two weeks after graduating high school, Shelton chased his dream to Nashville, rubbing elbows with legendary songwriters and landing a contract with Giant Records. With his 2003 release of The Dreamer under his new contract with Warner Brothers, and 2004 Blake Shelton’s Barn and Grill he secured his spot in Country music lovers hearts and his place in popular country music with certified gold. He has had 17 singles on the country charts, which includes 10 number one hits. With his own label, Rocky Comfort Records, Tracy Laurence is doing things his way. Since his debut album in 1991 Sticks and Stones on Atlantic Records, Lawrence has topped the Billboard Charts a few times, with 17 number one singles to be exact. His songs are easy to relate to because Lawrence writes about things that really happen in day to day life. “It hits close to home and some of the songs may cut to the bone,” Lawrence said on his web site. “You learn life by living it and my music today is more mature and intellectual. I’ve learned that you have to be true to yourself and true to your craft. One day I just woke up and took a deep breath and let it out.” Jo Dee Messina’s rise to fame was no easy walk in cowgirl boots. At 19, she packed everything she owned, moved to Nashville and sang for anyone that would listen. In 1999, she was names ACM’s Top New Female Artist. She might have had a little help from her friend Tim Mcgraw and well known music producer Bryan Gallimore but she has been signed and dropped before begging Curb Record Executives to listen to her demo. Messina was signed on the spot. On her fan website she said, “I am a work in process, I am constantly
learning. I am constantly growing. You’re always evolving and it never ends. You’re never, “Okay. I am done.” I’ve figured it all out.” In 2009 brothers Tim and Mike Gossin joined forces with the beautifully talented Rachel Reinert to form Gloriana. There album quickly skyrocket to number two on the Billboard Country Albums Chart. They were also the opening act for Taylor Swift’s Fearless Tour. Their second album A Thousand Miles Left Behind is to be released this summer. In 2010, Gloriana won the Academy of Country Music’s Award for Top New Vocal Group and were nominated for a Teen Choice Award for “Choice Country Group.” “If you tried to line up the stars like this, it would never happen,” Preston Brost of LoCash said on his fan web site. “It really feels like magic and destiny.” Brost along with Chris Lucas make up Locash. They were enjoying playing packed clubs in Nashville before they scored their first record deal. Not only do they have the country croon fans crave, but their dance moves and entertaining live shows will make a fan out of anyone. They have opened for Charlie Daniel’s Band and ZZ Top. JoAnna Smith fell in love with country music, while singing along with Dolly Parton and Reba McIntyre. She left behind a full scholarship to Auburn University to pursue her dream of being on stage. She joined an all girl country band, Mustang Sally. As the band parted wats, she decided to stay in Nashville and scored a publishing deal with Big Borassa Music. She is working on her first full length studio record and currently is signed with Sony Music, located in Nashville. —Brooklyn Solis The Big O Music Festival will also have vendors on site and t-shirts on sale. Tickets are priced at regular admission for $49.50. You can also purchase a VIP pass for $125. For more information visit wwwbogomusicfest.org
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37th Annual At The Vanderburgh County 4-H
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n 1974, a few of Evansville’s resident street rod fanatics met up to show off their pre-49’ beauties over a light picnic. Today, the now Evansville Street Rod Club proudly offers the largest street rod show of its kind in the world. The club members have dubbed the event “Frog Follies” after the frog racing games played by children at their picnics in the early days. The show is based around street rods made out of pre-1949 vehicles. “Street rod” was a term I was all but familiar with, so I spoke with Bob Bell of Frog Follies to get a full break down. “Basically, you take a 39’ Chevrolet, you strip it all down, put a v8 motor in it, automatic transmission maybe, air conditioning, electric windows, cruise control,” Bell tells me, creating a hypothetical participant. “Just like if you walked out and got into your car today, the engine and interior could be put in a 1939 Chevrolet body.” Frog Follies’ loose criterion paves the road for scores of car freaks and meticulous collectors to rebuild antique vehicles into revved up street rods, combining the aesthetic of days long gone, with the sophistication of today’s automotive technology.
Without buckling under the event’s global popularity, Frog Follies has yet to turn away a qualifying car. ` Last year, the event reeled in over 3,500 street rods from North America and Australia. Car owners who weren’t met with the burden of crossing several oceans hopped inside their freshly primed gems and bumbled across the country for the weekend event. Participants from Australia loaded their street rods onto a ship that made its way to California; the cars then rode cross country to pull in right on time with everyone else. Gas, travel expenses and the risk of damaging the laboriously designed cars are all factors that make participation a large venture. Judging by the colossal turnout, those risks are well worth it. “Everybody brings their cars out and finds a place to park ‘em,” Bell draws out, having participated in every event for the last 38 years. “They shine them and make them look pretty. Everybody looks at them, gets some ideas, and goes home and makes changes to them!” Bell lets out a bewildered, hearty laugh and I realize that this event is, as bolded on their website, “a rod run put on by street rodders - for street rodders.”
For wannabe hobbyists and eccentric pros looking to tinker with their automotive fantasies, the show provides a swap meet, featuring a megastore-sized amount of used car parts. Bell claims a rodder can find just about anything they need at the Frog Follies swap. The event runs from August 24th to the 26th, and non-rodders can tour the space at only $5 a person. Participants and spectators are provided with homemade food from the Street Rod Club, along with games and dances. Frog Follies is geared towards all ages and is expecting near 5,000 cars this year, making 2012 a show that will break records and give inspiration to the next generation of street rod enthusiasts. —Jacqueline Greenberg Frog Follies will be held at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center. For more info please visit www.frogfollies.org.
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local band spotlight
Witchdagger Zac Brown Band
About the band:
Witchdagger is Nick on Guitar, Jamie on Bass, Scott on Drums and Breeze on Vocals. What they cover:
Our sound is thick and huge. It is all original Stoner/ Doom Metal. If we ever cover anything it will be Sabbath or Weedeater. Their influences:
Our influences range from Pentagram to Buzz*oven, from Sabbath to Bongripper, and St.Vitus to the Melvins. Where you can catch their performances:
Check us out at Lanhuck’s or The Duck Inn, and Metal Nights all over town. Check the News 4U calendar for event dates!
Uncaged (Atlantic) 4 Stars Hailing from the Peach State, the Zac Brown Band is quite possibly one of the most unique bands on the country music scene today. They are fairly new to the scene, stepping into the spotlight only four years ago. Uncaged is their third release on a major label and it promises to be their most indepth studio experience to date. What gives the Zac Brown Band their edge is that they use country stylings as a base then include other genres such as R & B, rock and even reggae to keep things fresh. “Jump Right In” is a song you would want to be listening to while enjoying a cold beverage on a beach, it is mellow but jovial. “The Wind” is a rip-roaring, bluegrass-inspired track with rapid-fire fiddle and a feel good spirit. The instrumentation and vocals are smooth and precise. “Goodbye in Her Eyes” is a melancholy track about love lost that really showcases Brown’s vocal talents. —Nick Durcholz
The Smashing Pumpkins
Oceania (EMI) 2.5 Stars Billy and the (new) gang are back and not a moment too soon. They formed in the late 80’s but if there was any band of the 90’s that stands out among the rest as truly unique and talented it is the Pumpkins. This album was almost scrapped but Billy and his brand new band put their noses to the grind stone and made it happen. This is their ninth studio album and my fingers and toes are crossed hoping for great results. The album opener “Quasar” seems to capture the Pumpkin’s searing, stilted guitar riffs and it even the drumming seems spectacular but wait…Something is going on here. Song by song I notice that each track “Violet Rays,” “The Celestials,” “Pale Horse” and so on, seems too familiar. Corgan and his new band seem to be trying a bit too hard to bring back the pumpkins of old and it is quite noticeable. I guess the old saying is true, that all good things must come to an end (12 years ago.) —Nick Durcholz
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The Cold Stares
A Cold Wet Night and a Howling Wind 4.5 Stars The Cold Stares 2012 release “A Cold Wet Night and a Howling Wind” grabs you and doesn’t let you go until its 15 tracks are done with you. The album features the blues rock duo of vocalist and guitarist Chris Tapp, and drummer Brian Mullins. Tapp captures the classic Zeppelin and Black Sabbath guitar tones and puts them to work with riffs that are guaranteed to move you. Mullins brings back the glory of the drums being at the forefront of the music, with his tastefully busy hands and thunderous bass drum. This pristinely recorded album is a must listen. It is quite rare to find an album that has such raw sounds and energy, but still has a very polished mix. To put it simply, these two guys know what they are doing in a studio. If you don’t believe me, crank up your stereo and check out track 15, “Red Letter Blues.” The power of the chorus will blow your mind. “A Cold Wet Night and a Howling Wind” captures two musicians in their prime, executing with a clear focus and direction. —Casey Williams
Nas
Life is Good (Def Jam) 3.5 Stars Nas is no stranger to the spotlight. He encountered the mainstream music world 21 years ago when he was featured on the debut album of the hip hop group Main Source. Since then he has feuded with Jay-Z, gotten political and called out Bill O’Reilly. Oh yeah, and he has also released nine studio albums. Life is Good is the tenth addition to that list. “Accident Murderers” featuring Rick Ross showcases the coarse side of Nas. It has an old-school sound and lyrics of tougher times for Nas and Rick Ross. “World’s An Addiction” featuring Anthony Hamilton broadcasts a great message about being able to distance yourself from worldly possessions. Nas and Hamilton accomplish this with skillful lyrical flair. “Bye Baby” is Nas bringing his tumultuous relationship with Kelis (his ex-wife) to song. —Nick Durcholz
Linkin Park
Living Things (Warner Brothers) 2.5 Stars This band has holds a lot of memories for me. Months before the name Linkin Park was on anyone’s radar, I knew them well and had their first album Hybrid Theory. This album is track after track of solid tunes. I recognized it then and I still recognize it now. 12 year and three albums later, Linkin Park seems to be on a slow decline. In over a decade their sound, lyrics and image remain pretty much the same for the fifth album. The first single off the album “Burn It Down” sounds like the Linkin Park of the past but it feels forced and without soul. “Lies, Greed, and Misery” is the same routine with its bitter lyrics that sound like Chester Bennington took song lyrics from the past and threw them together. You might enjoy this song if you are an emo. In short, there is absolutely nothing new here. C’mon boys, at least try to act like you still care! —Nick Durcholz
The Beat Daddys - Root Rubbin’ Ball Self-Released
The Beat Daddys’ newest 12 track album is an answered prayer for music listeners searching for the consistency of a plastic-wrapped blues sound. The musicians perform with well-seasoned dexterity, yet the compilation lacks the vulnerable, woeful moans and cries that the blues was first born out of. The monotonous and overdue reign of Stevie Ray Vaughan-influenced blues rock dominates and ultimately devours the latest musical efforts of The Beat Daddys.
Cafeteria Dance Fever Danceology
Hovercraft Records
Garage band Cafeteria Dance Fever shakes uncontrollably through a 30 minute, 24 track album echoing of super-hyper beach pop caked in nothing but lighthearted fun. Drawing parallels to the west coast fuzz craze resurrected by the likes of Ty Segall, Danceology shouts through a throat of vintage crust-laced with spaced out sing-a-longs and a chorus-y, consistent tone. CDF effortlessly adds fuel to the fire of their sister bands without taking their sound into uncharted territory.
Maps & Atlases - Beware and Be Grateful Barsuk Records
What once began for Maps & Atlases as the innocent yells and violent, orgasmic thrusts of their technically mastered instrumentals has bloomed into an album comfortable with sentimental longing and romantic fragility. While still riding on a math rock foundation, the band is now emblazoned with a regional, earthy vibe. It gives them a flavor and realness that was once hidden behind an often misunderstood and underestimated genre.
—Jacqueline Greenberg
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Tim Smith of Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners. Coming from a Bourbon aficionado, fan and ambassador of the industry, you might wonder how this friendship started with myself and moonshine star Tim Smith of Discovery Channel’s Moonshiners. During the first week of the most popular show to ever air on Discovery Channel, Tim Smith and I met and did an interview on BourbonBlog.com giving thousands of fans the chance to go behind the scenes in the day of moonshiner. Shortly thereafter, we were sipping shine and eating BBQ in Times Square. Now, as the premiere of Moonshiners Season 2 draw near, Tim, his son J.T. and I all catch up in Louisville, Kentucky and I show them around Kentucky’s Bourbon Country. BOURBONBLOG.COM: We invited y’all and you decided to visit us in Bourbon County, great to have you here!
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Lot of corn fields. Looks like Kentucky is welcome to a lot of distilleries. I’m trying to get in business, so many Kentucky is the place to be. So you may have your operation here? You never know. Right now you’re working on Moonshiners Season 2? It will come out toward the end of the year, around winner time. What will we see in season 2? You’ll have to wait until Moonshiners Season 2 . But i’m still at it, traveling meeting a lot of people and making appearances. Do you have a favorite summer drink?
TIM SMITH: Its the best place to find Bourbon right?
Sweet tea and moonshine mixed together.
What do you think of Bourbon Country?
How does it feel to represent America?
Its nice buy we gotta go back to the base. We got to make some moonshine first.
I like to go out and represent moonshine and say its made in the USA. I was made in America.
How is that coming?
Me too. Moonshiners TV show came along at the perfect time for this country. It speaks in many ways to something we needed at this moment in the U.S.A. How do you think it is contributing to all that is happening now in our country?
We’re working on some things, talking with some guys, things are coming along pretty good.
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What do u like about Bourbon Country?
It shows us that we have forgotten our roots. Today’s generation many have forgotten the roots. So when we brought the show out, we surprised a few guys. Let’s go have some moonshine. Let’s do it! On the visit, we toured several distilleries and Louisville Slugger Museum. Our evening ended with dinner at Lynn’s Paradise Cafe, and then some drinks for the adults in the gang at Majid’s at St. Matthews.
BourbonBlog.com only encourages responsible and legal drinking. This article is not to be interpreted to the advocating buying or making illegal moonshine. —Tom Fischer Left to Right - J.T., Tom Fischer, and Tim Smith at the Louisville Slugger Museum, Louisville KY.
Mixologist Stephen Dennison poured up a variety of moonshine cocktails that you can find on BourbonBlog.com. As we wait for Season 2 and for Tim Smith’s potential moonshine release and distillery, there are some other brands which are worth a sample that may invoke some memories of moonshine stories that you can always Tweet to @ BourbonBlog – but otherwise might now wanna share.... We recommend Catdaddy Moonshine (which has some unique flavors added to it). Also, for an unaged whiskey, we recommend. Hudson New York Corn WhiskeyBoth which can be purchased at Frontier Liquors.
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7 Annual YMCA Spirit, Mind, Body Triathlon th
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his year’s 7th annual YMCA Spirit, Mind, Body Triathlon will take place on August 11th at the Scales Lake Park in Boonville, IN. Racers will take off at 7 a.m., many of whom will have been practicing in either the swimming pool or around the track at as early as 5 in the morning. Registration has been open for months, and contestants have had to place themselves in one of three distances courses, each progressively more difficult and physically strenuous than the last. The Duathlon will require racers to run 1.2 miles, ride bikes for 15 miles, and run a second time for 3.1 miles. The other categories, Sprint and Olympic, will require at least half a mile of swimming, biking, and running- a grueling but ambitious course for even an athletic individual. The Sprint requires a half-mile swim, 25-mile bike ride, and 3.1 mile run to the finish. For Olympic contestants, who will be partaking in the most physically demanding triathlon of the three, they must swim one mile, bike a 25-mile trek, and close with a heart-pounding 6.2-mile sprint. Water stations will be provided along the way of all the courses, along with medical supervision. Many participants have been training on a daily basis since May, thanks to a 12-week training program offered by experienced triathlon coaches and athletes. Trainees developed a comprehensive schedule that they have committed to in order to be as physically prepared as possible for the big day. Included in their preparation was a nutrition program to get runners ontrack with a healthy diet plan suitable for athletes. The YMCA also welcomes people who would like to volunteer at the event. The triathlon will need an array of volunteers both in the race and on the sidelines assisting with onlookers. Spectators will be parking and taking a shuttle to
the race, so shuttle drivers and assistance in transportation is necessary, as well as assistance with traffic control to ensure the safety of the runners. Helpers may also assist in running the water stations along the contestants’ route, helping runners get refreshed once they’ve crossed the finish line, and handing out medals at the end of the race. Other volunteer opportunities are available the day before the race, and those interested should give the YMCA a call at (812) 401-9622. For Evansville, a town recently named the most obese in the nation, the triathlon will serve to bring the community together in an area it may need the most support. Whether you are one of the brave participants or only a spectator, gathering with local friends and strangers in cheer and physical fitness may prove to many the rewards that come from achieving our health ambitions. Proceeds from the event will go towards the numerous youth and family programs of the YMCA, including swimming, basketball, after-school care, fit kids courses, and adult wellness and nutrition classes. Late sign-ups are still open, so if you and a friend are looking to expand on your fitness goals, contact the YMCA to get your race number today! —Jacqueline Greenberg
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Doug Hagman of Terrapin Flyer
News4U (N4U): Being that you are the founding member of Terrapin
Flyer, what inspired you to bring the band together? Doug Hagman (DH): In October 1999, the band I was in just broke up so I was looking for something new. I was offered a gig with that band at this place to play after a Phil Lesh, Bob Dylan concert. My band had just broken up, so I was like okay, I’ll just play solo. Then this guy emailed me and he said hey, I play bass - the internet was starting to get rolling at this time so, this was kind of a thing that was built on the Grateful Dead’s website. There was a chat forum on the Grateful Dead’s website that was managed by Robert Hunter who is the lyricist for the Grateful Dead. So, that’s where this offer came from, the guy who owned a pub that was actually a few blocks from my house in Logan Square in Chicago, emailed me and said how would you like to do this, and I said okay. Then I heard from a bass player who said I’ll come in and play bass. So, it was going to be me and a bass player and after the show I ran into this mandolin player – he was just walking down the street and he said I’ll jam with you guys. So, it ended up that we played this show impromptu and it was a lot of fun. One of the guys said how about we do this every Sunday and just have a jam night. So, he ran an ad on WXXQ, which is a big radio station out here and the thing just kept growing and growing and a new band eventually formed out of it. We are taking Grateful Dead’s music, which is a highly improv format, and we try to bring it to our own space. We pick the songs, which are kind of like a blank palate and we make them our own to a degree. —Nick Durcholz
Terrapin Flyer will be playing at Doc’s Sports Bar on August 2nd at 9 pm. with special guest Tom Constanten of the Grateful Dead. Tickets will be $7 at the door.
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