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May is always an exciting time of the year for me, not only because it’s my birthday month (hint, hint), but because it’s the perfect time of year for reading outside, grilling out, long waterfront jogs, and generally seeing the Emily Lullo city burst to life. Despite the ever-closing gap between my editor current age and 30, I’m in the habit of indulgently celebrating my birth all month long. This May brings plenty of party to Downtown Pensacola, and you’re cordially invited to join the fiesta. Not to keep talking about myself, but my birthday is on May 5, otherwise known as Cinco de Mayo or the Battle of Puebla Day. While you may find plenty of Corona specials on this day (which are offensive because Corona is terrible), there hasn’t been a true Downtown Cinco de Mayo celebration…until now! This year Palafox will host a festive celebration of Latino culture, food, music and more! Read page 28 for the details. Also in the first week of May is the annual Fiesta of Five Flags Crawfish Festival. I definitely have a little bit of bayou blood in my veins, because I love ripping into a freshly boiled, spicy crawdad and sucking his juicy little brains out of his head. This freshwater treat will definitely be on my b-day weekend menu, and I’ll be burning off the excessive mudbug calories at the Fiesta 10K on Saturday morning and dancing to some Cajun beats that night. See all the Crawfish Fest has to offer on page 14. May 17 will bring another edition of Gallery Night. Last month I made a point to get Downtown early to see everything I could, walking down Palafox and Government checking out art booths and galleries, tasting a juicy pork taco at Al Fresco and grabbing a cold beer or two to cap off the evening. Quit dillydallying and get Downtown at 5 to get the most out of Gallery Nights! For even more art, stroll through the juried art show Art in the Park, presented in Seville Square May 11-12. With a multitude of artists and the picturesque backdrop, this show makes for a perfect warm weather outing in Downtown Pensacola. Turn to page 22 for the story. Last year we heard that it would be the final season for Evenings in Olde Seville, an announcement that left me heartbroken. This staple of Downtown was a free fun mainstay, and a tradition in my family since childhood. Well, it’s back! There’s a new organization behind it but it’s the same event Contact me at you’ve come to know and love Emily@Ballinger Publishing.com for the last 25 years. So grab a or write to P.O. Box 12665, blanket and meet me out there. Pensacola, FL 32591-2665. Birthday or not, May is brimming with awesome events and good times throughout the month. So, you coming? Respondez s’il vous plait!
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4. Downtown Improvement Board 6. Art • Music • Theatre 10. Dateline Downtown 11. Word on the Street 12. Hangout Fest 12. ChatterBox 13. Evenings Back in Olde Seville 14. Crawfish Festival 17. Your Official Guide to Gallery Night 22. Art in the Park 25. Business Profile: Once Upon a Time 26. Film 28. My Crowd Cinco de Mayo Fest 30. Historic District 32. ChowDownTown: Al Fresco 35. Faces in the Crowd On the cover: Artwork by Kassie McLean
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Publisher Malcolm Ballinger Executive Editor Kelly Oden Editor Emily Lullo Art Director Rita Laymon Graphic Designer and Ad Coordinator Kassie McLean kassie@ballingerpublishing.com Business Editor Josh Newby
Advertising Account Executives Caroline Martin caroline@ballingerpublishing.com Sharyon Miller sharyon@ballingerpublishing.com Contributing Writers Hillary Gilles DIB Executive Director Ron Butlin DIB Board Members Burney Merrill – Chairman Ed Carson – Vice Chairman Bob Van Slyke – Treasurer Evan Levin Corbett Davis, Jr. Deadline for space and information is the 15th of the month prior to publication. For advertising rates or news tips contact Phone: 433-1166 • Fax: 435-9174 DOWNTOWN CROWD is published monthly in cooperation with the Downtown Improvement Board, 41 N. Jefferson St., Suite 401, Pensacola, Florida 32502 by Ballinger Publishing. Offices located at 41 N. Jefferson St., Suite 402, Pensacola, Florida 32502. PUBLISHED BY BALLINGER PUBLISHING:
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Downtown Improvement Board Hillary Gilles Palafox Market Manager
Palafox Market Kicks Off Sixth Season This Month Wow, it’s already May! Time flies when you’re having fun, and we all know that Downtown Pensacola, with all the wonderful shops, restaurants, nightspots, and popular events, is the place to be for fun! It’s especially exciting because the start of May will bring us the opening day of the Palafox Market’s sixth season! The May 2013 – April 2014 market season will kick off Saturday, May 4, 8 am – 2 pm, rain or shine in Historic Downtown Pensacola! The Palafox Market is Downtown Pensacola’s very own farmers market! Farmers markets have been in existence for many years, but the last 10+ years have seen an unprecedented nationwide
growth. According to the USDA, the number of farmers markets has grown almost 200 percent, from 2,863 markets in 2000 to 7,864 in 2012. As farmers markets continue to be fresh food mainstays, these numbers continue to rise. Farmers markets provide access for shoppers across all socioeconomic, political, and ethnic ranges. In addition, farmers markets are playing a pivotal role in the “Shop Local” movement. Farmers markets positively impact local economies, improve community health, and bring diverse groups of people together through a shared social space. The Palafox Market is excited to be a part of this growing trend and all
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the positive benefits it brings to Downtown Pensacola and the surrounding community. The Palafox Market was started in 2008, as a joint venture between the DIB and CRA, in order to increase additional economic development in our Downtown area. Over the last five seasons, the market has expanded to become a yearround event and a Saturday staple in Downtown Pensacola. On any given Saturday, the Palafox Market, which is now located in all three medians of the Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, hosts over 85 vendors and thousands of customers! Palafox Market customers come from all over the region, to shop for fresh local
seasonal produce, meats, and plants. Shoppers also love the delicious homemade foods, jams, sauces, and honey available at the market. The local shopping continues with the Art and Antique sections of the market! A Saturday shopping trip will reveal the award winning fine art, pottery, jewelry, an amazing variety of soaps and candles, custom textiles, unique antiques, and more! The Palafox Market is also considered a “must see and shop” destination for tourists visiting the Pensacola area. You might even see the chef from your favorite restaurant buying the ingredients to use in their next culinary masterpiece. The dedicated vendors of the Palafox Market offer items that are grown or made within 100 miles of Downtown Pensacola. Have a question about a product? The vendors of Palafox Market can answer it for you! Do you want to know: • When will my favorite produce will be available? • How do I keep this plant alive? • What are the benefits of local honey?
• How did you create this amazing painting? • What’s your best soap for sensitive skin? • Can you make some custom jewelry for my loved one? Palafox Market’s knowledgeable and accommodating vendors will have the answers to these and many more of your questions. Vendors vary weekly, so it’s always a great new experience shopping at the Palafox Market! As we look forward to another successful season, we invite you to come see for yourself why the Palafox Market finished in the top 10 in the country, and was voted #2 in Florida, in last year’s “America’s Favorite Farmers Market” competition! The Palafox Market is every Saturday, 8 am-2 pm, rain or shine. The market is located amongst the beautiful shade trees in Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza on North Palafox Street between Garden and Wright Streets. For more information, including products available and how to become a vendor, or to sign up for the weekly newsletter, visit the website at palafoxmarket.com.
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Art • Music • Theatre PLT Presents Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
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Join the Pensacola Little Theatre for Cat on a Hot Tin Roof May 10-12 and 1619. A powerful Southern family gathers at a birthday celebration for patriarch Big Daddy, who does not know that he is dying of cancer. In a scramble to secure their part of his estate, family members hide the truth about his diagnosis from him and Big Mama. Front and center as tensions mount are alcoholic former football hero Brick and his beautiful but sexually frustrated wife Maggie “the Cat.” As their troubled relationship comes to a stormy and steamy climax, a shockwave of secrets are finally revealed. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $14-$30 and are available through the PLT box office or pensacolalittletheatre.com.
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PLT Presents The MOMologues May 2-4 Get ready for The MOMologues, the comedy about motherhood in which a cast of four mothers celebrate and laugh through conception, pregnancy, labor and delivery, caring for newborns, adjusting to a second child, discipline, picky eaters, the terrible twos and more. It reveals the funny, secretive side of having kids and will leave you rolling in the aisles and clamoring for more. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10 general admission or $17 for limited café seating, and are available through the PLT box office or pensacolalittletheatre.com. Pensacola Children’s Chorus Presents Showtime May 3-5 Live and in living color! Showtime will once again feature the seven choirs of the Pensacola Childrens Chorus comprised of over 300 members performing a variety of music, showcasing spectacular costumes, dynamic choreography and impressive staging. Highlights this year feature numbers from Broadway classics, including Newsies, Seussical, Annie, Oliver, and Catch Me If You Can. Creative themed segments include A Touch of Opera, Lets Play Sports, The Cotton Club, and American Pop. For tickets and information visit pensacolasaenger.com.
Bryan Adams at the Saenger Theatre May 20 The Saenger Theatre will host musical artist Bryan Adams for an intimate solo acoustic concert on Monday, May 20 at 8 pm. Bryan Adams has sold over 65 million records, toured six continents and achieved #1 status in over 40 countries around the world. With hits like, “Cuts Like A Knife,” “Summer of ‘69,” “Kids Wanna Rock,” “Can’t Stop This Thing We’ve Started,” “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You,” “Open Road” and most recently “Thought I’d Seen Everything.” Adams’ status as one of the great songwriters of our time has been solidified. Tickets are $38-$78, and are available at the Saenger Box Office or through pensacolasaenger.com.
Artel Gallery presents “Jurors’ Invitational” Through May 31 Artel Gallery presents “Jurors’ Invitational,” through May 31. There are many people to thank for Artel’s success in our 20th year. This month and next we are honoring Artel’s jurors for donating their time and talents for one of the most difficult tasks. We would like to say “thank you” to ALL jurors and those 54 jurors represented in the current “Juror’s Invitational” exhibit. Artel is a not-for-profit educational gallery located 223 Palafox Place, 1st floor of the Old Escambia County Courthouse and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. For more information call the gallery at 432.3080 or visit artelgallery.org.
Pensacola Museum of Art Presents The Gillmore, Meacham, and Peyroux Collection Through May From the Byzantine to the Baroque Period—more than one thousand years, art was created for and controlled by the Church. Those works remain some of the most brilliant and precious art objects that exist today. The Gillmore, Meacham, and Peyroux Collection is a stunning example of the unique beauty of artwork divinely inspired. The PMA is proud to present this local collection of antique Catholic, and Greek and Russian Orthodox icons, composed of paintings, altar pieces, and ecclesiastical robes spanning from the seventeenth to the early 20th centuries.
Blue Morning Gallery Inaugurates Visiting Artist Shows
Japanese Film Festival May 11
The Blue Morning Gallery’s Spotlight on Art continues to focus on the group show titled “Lost and Found.” Participating artists are Susan Mayer, mixed media with found objects; Meghan McMillan, jewelry; Mark Schmitt, tile art; Jim Sweida, photography; and Sue Woodson, pottery. The show concludes May 18. On Gallery Night, Friday, May 17, samples provided by the Dove Chocolate Lady, and music by the duo “Della Country” with Della Rohan and Forrest Higgins add to the enjoyment. A first for Blue Morning Gallery, a Visiting Artist Show is on display May 19 through June 15, featuring work by Margaret Biggs, noted local artist. Margaret’s art can also be seen in several galleries locally and out of state and has been in Pensacola Museum of Art annual juried members shows. Composition, color and the play between positive and negative space are hallmarks of her art as she bridges realism and imagination in art that has been described as both modern and surrealistic. Margaret invites you to a reception at the Gallery on Friday, May 24 from 5-8 pm. The Blue Morning Gallery is located at 21 Palafox Place, Downtown Pensacola. For information, call 850-429-9100.
The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida will present a Japanese Film Festival on May 11 from noon to 9 pm at the Movies 4 theater in Gulf Breeze. The three movies to be screened at this inaugural event are Yojimbo, Ping Pong and Summer Wars. There will also be food and drink tastings, short video segments about Japan’s recovery since last year’s earthquake, and a demonstration of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony by Kazuko Law. Admission to the film festival is $15 per person, or $5 for Japan-America Society members. Between each movie, guests will be invited to enjoy sushi and other foods in the theater lobby. Special wooden saké cups, called masu, will also be available for $15, or $5 for JAS members. Guests who purchase cups (and are at least 21 years old) may sample saké
Quayside Art Gallery Presents First City Art Show May 2-June 1 Quayside Art Gallery presents this month’s Feature Show: First City Art Show. This show brings together some of the best area artist and their recent artwork. This year’s judge is Paul W. Richelson, Chief Curator of the Mobile Museum of Art. The show will be on display from May 2 until June 1, with a reception on Friday, May 3, from 6-8 pm. Quayside is located at 15-17 E. Zarragosa. For more information call 438.2363 or visit quaysidegallery.com.
from the renowned Tenryou brewery in Gero, Pensacola’s Japanese sister city. The Movies 4 theater is located at 1175 Gulf Breeze Parkway in the Live Oak Village shopping center. Space is limited, so guests are encouraged to RSVP in advance. Email info@jasnwfl.org to RSVP or visit jasnwfl.org for more information.
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Art • Music • Theatre Hot Glass Cold Brew at First City Art Center May 3 Come check out the new digs at the First City Art Center at 1060 N. Guillemard St. for the Friday, May 3 “Flower Power” edition of its signature event, Hot Glass Cold Brew. A suggested donation of $25 for nonmembers and $20 for members gets patrons a oneof akind handblown glass cup or clay mug that you can fill with complimentary beverages all evening long. Join the First City glass and pottery artists in your grooviest attire and have a chance to create your own glass flower. As artists demonstrate their creative skills, raffle tickets will drawn each half hour for the chance to create unique glass flowers. There will also be complimentary pizza for guests and beer courtesy of Pensacola Bay Brewery. For more information, visit firstcityart.org. Music Study Club to Feature Fiddlin’ Frances Michaels May 8 The Music Study Club will feature Fiddlin’ Frances Michaels at its program on Wednesday May 8 at Pleitz Chapel, First Baptist Church in Downtown Pensacola. Michaels will perform and discuss folk-violin music in a program entitled “From Scotland and Ireland to Bluegrass Kentucky.” Michaels is a Florida native with a Bachelor of Music degree from Loyola University of New Orleans and performs regularly in the violin section of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra. Refreshments and coffee is served at 10 am and the program begins at 10:30. The event is free and the public is cordially invited. See pensacolamusic.org for details.
PSC Presents Men Are Dogs May 17-19, 24-26 Written by Joe Simonelli, this hilarious comedy explores the relationship conflicts of members of a women’s single and divorced therapy group led by a rather unorthodox psychologist, Dr. Cecilia Monahan. Monahan hires a bartender/actor to role play men in the difficult moments in the lives of her group members As the story unfolds, Monahan realizes she shares some of the same issues about men as her group members. When she meets the new substitute postal carrier, Bob Crowley, who delivers more than mail, the smitten Cecelia must learn to practice what she preaches. Performances are at 7:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 pm on Sundays at the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets cost $11; or $9 for seniors, students and children; $7 for PSC faculty and staff; and free for PSC students. For more information visit lyceum. pensacolastate.edu.
PSC Presents Rolfs Piano Series, Per Tengstrand May 11 Per Tengstrand has firmly established himself as one of today’s most exciting pianists. He has been described by the Washington Post as “technically resplendent, powerful, intuitively secure” and by the New York Times as “a superb Swedish pianist” whose recital was rewarding, both for its unusual programming and for his eloquent, technically polished performances. He is the subject of a highly acclaimed Swedish documentary entitled “Solisten” (“The Soloist”). Tengstrand will perform May 11 at 2:30 pm at the Sundays at the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets cost $11; or $9 for seniors, students and children; $7 for PSC faculty and staff; and free for PSC students. For more information visit lyceum. pensacolastate.edu.
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Fish House Deck Bar Weekly Music Schedule The Deck Bar is closed on Sunday & Monday night Tuesday: Lucas Crutchfield from 6 pm - 10 pm Wednesday: Lucas Crutchfield 5 pm - 9 pm; At 9 pm a regional band will play until midnight. Regional bands are changed weekly Thursday: Lucas Crutchfield 6 pm - 10 pm Friday: Lucas Crutchfield 5 pm - 9 pm; Regional band begins at 9 pm Saturday: Regional bands begin at 9 pm. At Seville Quarter This Month Seville Quarter hosts a variety of entertainment from a wide array of genres. For more information check out SevilleQuarter.com. Mondays: Monday Night Blues Every Tuesday: Kitt Lough Wednesday-Saturday: Dueling Piano Show May 2: Alverado Road Show May 3-4: Alverado Road Show, The Rez, Banana Republic May 9: Big Jim Brown, Grand Theft Audio May 10-11: Big Jim Brown, Grand Theft Audio, Buzz Cutt May 13-19: American Craft Beer Week May 16: The Red Field, Swerve May 17-18: Kategory 5, The Red Field, Swerve May 23: Schofield, Banana Republic May 24-25: Schofield, Banana Republic, The Modern Eldorados
At Vinyl Music Hall This Month Vinyl Music Hall hosts a huge variety of musical acts from a wide array of genres. For more information check out VinylMusicHall.com. Wednesday, May 1: Deerhunter, Jason Scott, Mas Ysa Thursday, May 2: Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band Friday, May 3: Nic Cowan Saturday, May 4: A Live One—Phish Tribute Thursday, May 7: Black Francis, Reid Paley, Brooks Thursday, May 9: Collie Buddz Light it Up Tour, Cris Cab, New Kingston Sunday, May 12: Clutch, The Sword, Lionize Tuesday, May 14: Goatwhore, 8 Inches of Blood Wednesday, May 15: Aaron Carter, Nikki Flores Friday, May 17: Free Gallery Night Show with Jukebox Superhero, Schofield, Cadillac Attack Friday, May 24: Big Freedia Saturday, May 25: Memorial Weekend Ladies Day Sunday, May 26: Face to Face, Teenage Bottlerocket, Blacklist Royals, Joshua Black Wilkins May 2013 • find us on facebook @ Pensacola dtc • The DTC 9
Dateline Downtown Free Tours of the Basilica of St. Michael May 11 This escorted tour through the beautiful Victorian church interior includes the exquisite statuary of the Stations of the Cross. The Basilica has numerous and exceptional stained glass windows designed and installed by Emil Frei, whose work is recognized as an unsurpassed example of the Munich Style of Pictorial Stained Glass. Visitors will also view noteworthy vestments worn during the Catholic liturgical year. Other beautiful artifacts from the heritage of the Basilica include a relic of the True Cross, an 18th century prie dieu and other elegant vessels and reliquary many that were gifts of Spain. For more information call 438.4986. Pensacola State College Surplus Property Auction May 4 Need a golf cart, computer or dental chair? Come to the Pensacola State College Surplus Property Auction, Saturday, May 4, at 9 am. The auction is held at 2202 Douglas Ave. behind Kooter Brown’s at Ninth and Douglas. You can preview items from 8 to 9 am. Auction items include a 2002 Ford van, 1991 GMC Sonoma pick-up truck, golf carts, riding lawn mower, lawn equipment, computers, electronics, furniture, dental chairs and more. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted and there is no buyer premium. Garth’s Auction Gallery will conduct the auction. For more information and to preview items, visit garthsauction.com or call 484.1911. A.B.C. Beer Tastings at Atlas Oyster House May 2 Atlas Oyster House and the Lewis Bear Company are presenting a series of informational craft beer tastings. Held the first Thursday of each month through June, the classes will feature a brewery presenter, discussion, and three selections from the presenting brewery. The May 2 class will feature Beer Glassware and Serving Techniques featuring the Craft Brew Alliance. There will be two class seatings each Thursday at 5:30 and 7 pm, each lasting one hour. Participants will receive one sixounce glass of each of the featured beers. Classes are $10. Call the events line at 433.9450 to make a reservation.
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Galvez Day Celebration May 8 Galvez Day will be the central ceremony which links America’s early colonial past to Spain’s history of exploration and discovery. A free public ceremony hosted by Father Peter McLaughlin and Bishop Gregory Parkes celebrating the significant associations with our visiting Spanish Delegation. This Catholic Church was canonically established in 1781 in the days following the Battle of Pensacola. The gathering will also be introduced to dozens of Pensacola families who are recognized descendants of the earliest Spanish families and Native American Pensacolians. At 10:15 am there will be a ceremony at Fort George. Following the ceremony at the Basilica, the official delegation will proceed to a 10 am remembrance in honor of the day. Fort George is two blocks north of the Basilica and was the site of the Battle of Pensacola. The public is encouraged to attend. Call 438.4986 for more information. Cooking Demonstrations with Chef Irv Miller at Jackson’s May 15 Enjoy a Cooking Demonstration with Jackson’s Chef Irv Miller. For the April 17 demonstration Chef Irv will present “Taste of Tahiti.” Chef Irv will create dishes gleaned from some of his favorite Polynesian-inspired recipes using ingredients from our local markets. From the mid-1800s, as each wave of new immigrants came to work in the sugarcane fields, they introduced flavors and ingredients from their homelands. Tahiti’s pineapples are known to be the sweetest in the world, and there are also more than 300 varieties of banana grown there. Only 20 years ago, international gourmands would never have believed Tahiti could blend in Hawaii’s melting pot to produce a regional cuisine as distinctive and delicious as cuisines of the mainland. Chef will prepare four tastings of easy-to-replicate revisited classics, and prepare them for you one by one. Tickets are $45 and there will be two seatings at 5 pm-6:30 pm and 7:30 pm-9 pm. For reservations call 217.2347. 40th Annual Fiest 5K & 10K Run/Walk May 4 Touted as one of the best point-to-point courses in the country, Fiesta 5K and 10K participants enjoy moderate hills through scenic residential and historic neighborhoods. With an oak tree canopy early on the course to the Confederate War Memorial to the finish line near one of the oldest churches and plazas in the nation, the Fiesta course is fantastic and loaded with history! After a few early hills, the course is all downhill to the finish.The 10K runners will begin at Pensacola State College, while the 5K runners will start from Scott Street and 12th Avenue. Both races will finish at Seville Square. Runners will receive free admission to the Pensacola Crawfish Festival on Saturday. For more information visit pensacolarunners.com.
Fiesta Days Celebration at Seville Quarter May 30 The Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon Fiesta Days Celebration kicks off the 64rd annual Fiesta Celebration on Thursday, May 30 starting at 7 pm. Historic Seville Quarter will come alive with entertainment, decorations and delicious food, each saluting our history under the flags of the five governments that have flown over our city. With each ticket, guests receive access to the five rooms; two beverage tickets; an exclusively designed 64th annual commemorative pin along with live entertainment throughout the venue. During the Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon Fiesta Days Celebration, the annual Surrender of the City takes place in Phineas Phogg’s at 7:30 pm. Local dignitaries surrendered the City of Pensacola and its citizens to DeLuna XLIV, his Queen and the Fiesta Forces for the Fiesta season. Tickets are $30 each. For more information visit fiestaoffiveflags.org or call 433.6512.
Word on the Street ProHealth Named Small Business of the Month by Greater Pensacola Chamber The Pensacola Chamber of Commerce named ProHealth as “Small Business of the Month” during the Gopher Club Breakfast held at New World Landing on Tuesday, April 2. ProHealth was started by mother-daughter team, Vivian and Danette Krumel, who accepted the award together. ProHealth specializes in providing Northwest Florida with affordable health services, and offers low-cost lab work for people without health insurance or those who have high deductibles, among other services. They opened the first location on 12th Avenue in December of 2010, and their second and third locations in Milton and Gulf Breeze in 2012. For more information about ProHealth, please visit prohealthfl.com.
Ice Flyers Win Presidents Cup! Last month the Pensacola Ice Flyers ice hockey team bested the Huntsville Havoc 2-0 in the final match-up for the season, winning them the championship Presidents Cup. After coming in second last season and with an untested new head coach Gary Graham, the win solidified the team’s place in Pensacola sports history and was a euphoric moment for fans and the team. Congratulations, Ice Flyers!
Participants prepared for the "fizz-ics" experiment and then simultaneously let their Mentos drop into diet soda bottles, causing a huge soda eruption and screams of delight in front of the new MESS Hall.
MESS Hall Hosts Grand Opening The Pensacola MESS (Math, Engineering, Science & Stuff) Hall recently held its grand opening in its new location at 116 N. Tarragona St. on Friday, April 26. Rather than a typical ribboncutting, this unique hands-on museum held a group science experiment using soda and Mentos. Dozens of kids donned colorful ponchos and goggles and then pulled the levers on their soda bottles, dunking the Mentos and causing a massive soda explosion! For more information, visit pensacolamesshall.org.
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Hangout Fest Rocks The Gulf Coast
ChatterBox
By Josh Newby If your idea of hanging out involves high-energy features like sundrenched beaches, breezy nights, festival food, 35,000 spritely partiers and a lineup of music artists that rivals much larger events, then Hangout Fest is for you. After the dull, grey winter, you can renew your skin’s summer glow while basking in the Alabama sun as the Gulf’s natural background noises accompany today’s best radio hits, golden oldies and indie gems. The musical breadth of options is sure to satisfy even the most diversified audiophile. Headliners this year include Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Stevie Wonder, and Kings of Leon, an impressive cast of instantly recognizable artists whose unique elements of rock, folk, blues, funk and pop unite their audience and keep the party going. Filling in time between headliners are other talents intent on keeping spirits high. Listen to the Yeah Yeah Yeahs shout that “Heads Will Roll,” get down to Macklemore and Ryan Lewis as they rap about poppin’ tags at the “Thrift Shop,” and experience The Roots as they usher in “The Next Movement.” All in all, more than 60 bands will be charming attendees with their eclectic tunes. “This is the first year that we are staying with an almost identical footprint,” said Shaul Zislin, owner and founder of the festival. “This gives us the ability to fine-tune both our layout and logistics. Alumni will feel those adjustments in terms of improved services. First-timers, quite simply, will experience the magic of Hangout—there’s nothing like it.” The festival—which has been called the most fan- and artist-friendly music festival in the country—starts on Friday, May 17, and continues through Sunday, May 19. Early bird tickets have been sold out for months, but there are still plenty of tickets for all budget levels ready to be snatched up. All fans enjoy access to extraordinary amenities, including the comfortably shaded relaxation area, Hammock Beach; the Sky Bar tower, which offers 360-degree views of the festival; amusement rides and games; diverse dining options, including fresh Alabama Gulf seafood; and much more. “Hangout is an awesome beach party, one with the world’s best musicians as the guests of honor,” said Zislin. “What sets Hangout apart is our emphasis on location, quality and a positive fan, band and staff experience.” It is estimated that the festival—which has won the Pollstar Concert Industry Awards’ “Music Festival of the Year” title—generates approximately $30 million for the area economy over the course of the weekend. “Hangout draws a very diverse group from all over the country (with some domination by the Southeast),” said Zislin. Music-lovers and concert-goers are urged to bring beach towels, water containers and sunscreen. As for food and concert-necessary souvenirs, those are available on the festival grounds. With a few simple rules and a lot of great bands, a good time is guaranteed for all at this year’s fest, which promises to be the biggest yet. The idea for the festival originally stemmed from a desire to draw people to the beach and local businesses during an off-season weekend. Zislin—and 30,000 screaming fans—would agree the Hangout Fest does just that.
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Kristen Land Where is your favorite Downtown spot to eat outdoors in the summertime? I’d have to say Jaco’s. The food is great and the view at sunset is absolutely stunning. Hub Stacy’s is a close second with their delicious sandwiches and ladies drink specials. What summer festivals or concerts are you looking especially forward to? Typically I use concerts as a means to visit other cities, however I look forward to shows at Vinyl yearround. The venue gives a more intimate feeling to performances, which I love. As far as festivals are concerned, I’m looking forward to the Crawfish Festival and Chalk It Up! I really enjoy Pensacola’s desire to support and showcase local artists. What is your favorite way to cool off when you’re Downtown on a hot day? Well, I do enjoy happy hour at Intermission. It’s a bit more low-key than later in the night and the people are awesome to talk with. One serious guilty pleasure of mine is a spiked milkshake from Tin Cow. The red velvet cake milkshake is beyond words.
Samantha Williams Where is your favorite Downtown spot to eat outdoors in the summertime? I think my new favorite outdoor Downtown spot is the Maritime Park, but as far as eating I think the seagulls would prove problematic. My old standby would be Sluggo’s or Seville Square, which is just close enough to the water. What summer festivals or concerts are you looking especially forward to? My answer to would have to be Hangout Fest! It’s a pretty cool and I think unique music festival experience, and the line-ups have been decently varied so there’s something for everyone. Between the five bands and musicians I care to see and the venue, I think it’s quite worth it this year. What is your favorite way to cool off when you’re Downtown on a hot day? My favorite way to cool off Downtown is to hang around the water and hope for a breeze. Also, I may get a beer and eat tons of fruit or grab a smoothie from Ever’man.
Evenings in Olde Seville Square is Back!
By Emily Lullo
Last summer, many in Pensacola were disheartened to learn that the beloved free concert series Evenings in Olde Seville Square would no longer be hosted by the Pensacola Heritage Foundation, and with no one to pick up where the foundation left off, it seemed the series was over. Recently, news spread that the popular Thursday night event would be revived after all, thanks to the efforts of a new nonprofit spearheaded by Jehan Clark. “The event had been going on for 25 years consistently and in other capacities for even longer,”
he says. “It is a part of Downtown Pensacola, a great free event for people of all ages, and something that is iconically associated with Seville Square. There was no way I could sit back and just let the tradition go away.” Clark started Events Pensacola, a nonprofit organization to oversee the event and worked with the Heritage foundation and Jim Greene to make sure the event’s integrity was maintained. Revitalized community members and musicians were eager to help with the upcoming season. “We have been very fortunate to have a huge outpouring of musical talent wanting to perform at the events, and we have also had several volunteers who were as passionate as we were to keep it alive, reach out and offer to help,” he says. The event will kick off for a 12-week season on May 23 at 7 pm with the usual series openers: the Pensacola Civic Band and the McGuire’s Irish Pipe Band. Thousands will fill the Square with blankets, chairs, picnics and children for one of the most popular summer events in Pensacola.
Clark says the season will bring a diverse lineup of acts that includes old favorites as well as some new additions. “We will have music that ranges from jazz to big band to bluegrass, to reggae. We will have some great local favorites that play originals as well as covers, a Beatles tribute band, an 80s band and much more!” There are still challenges ahead though. Raising the funds required to pay for the permits, police, insurance, sound equipment, bands, and everything else it takes to put on a free event of this size and nature is difficult and requires funding and sponsorships. Attendees can support the event by purchasing memberships, which cost $20 and will include an Evenings in Olde Seville Square branded item, quarterly email newsletter, entry into drawings, and any special offers or discounts offered by event sponsors. For more information on the event or to volunteer to help out call 261-2200, or email info@sevilleconcerts.com.
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Fiesta Crawfish Festival 2013
By Emily Lullo
“Pinch the tail and suck the head.” This often repeated phrase can be heard at crawfish boils all over the south, and while most in Pensacola are likely already well versed in the ways of consuming this crustacean, it bears repeating to the many novices that will try it for their first time at the annual Fiesta of Five Flags Crawfish Festival at Bartram Park the weekend of May 3, 4 and 5. The Crawfish Festival, presented this year by Coastal Bank and Trust, has been bringing its blend of Cajun food, music and flair to Downtown Pensacola for the last 29 years, and has grown into one of the largest crawfish boils in the state. “Crawfish boils are a true southern pastime. They incorporate food, fellowship and fun, and all of those aspects can be found at Crawfish Festival,” says Fiesta marketing coordinator Bradley Davis Jr. “What better way to come together to enjoy the 16,000 pounds of crawfish we get directly from Louisiana?” The small lobster-like, freshwater crustaceans will be prepared in the traditional boil as well as many other ways such as in poboy sandwiches and crawfish pies, and they’ll be served alongside other Cajun fare like etouffee, jambalaya and boudin. Another popular draw of the fest is the live
entertainment, which offers bayou stylings and other music that will surely get attendees on their feet after enjoying some tasty fare. “We have a few acts coming straight from Jazz Fest in New Orleans to perform at the festival,” says Davis. “Some festival favorites include zydeco legends Rockin’ Doopsie Jr. and Wayne Toups as well as Revival, an Allman Brothers tribute band. We’re pretty excited to have them join us this year.” Saturday and Sunday will offer family-friendly activities in a children’s area sponsored by Cox with arts and crafts, as well as “NASCRAW” races, where kids can race speedy crustaceans for prizes. Think you can put away more crawfish than anyone you know? Go head to head with other amateur competitive eaters in a crawfish eating contest! Children and adults can sign up to compete for gastronomic glory on both Saturday and Sunday at the festival. In coordination with the fest, the Fiesta 5K and 10K Run/Walk is the perfect way to kick off Saturday. Fiesta has partnered with the Pensacola Runners
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Association for the run. The 5K starts at 12th Avenue and Scott Street, while the 10K will begin at Pensacola State College. Both end in Seville Square and runners will get free admission to the fest following the race. Admission is $5 per day for adults, with free admission to children 12 and under. A weekend pass for Friday, Saturday and Sunday is available for $10, and those heading to the fest for lunch on Friday can get in free before 3 pm, and active duty military with ID are free on Friday. Prospective attendees are encouraged to keep an eye on the festival’s Facebook page (facebook.com/pensacolacrawfishfestival) for event announcements, contests and ticket giveaways. There’s a lot to experience at this festival between the savory seafood, live entertainment and beautiful waterfront setting, but for the truly Cajun hearts and stomachs, digging into some freshly boiled mudbugs tops the list. And, OK, if you’re too squeamish you don’t necessarily have to suck the head, but enjoying this seafood delicacy is definitely a must.
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On Friday, May 17, Downtown Pensacola will close down the streets and light up the night for the third Gallery Night edition of 2013. Gallery Night will begin at 5 pm and end at 9 pm. Art lovers can meander through Downtown and see a vast array of art during the earlier hours but stay late into the night listening to live entertainment and visiting other venues. This edition of Gallery Night will shepherd in the summer with gorgeous weather to accompany the art, music and cuisine that will be on tap for the evening. Many businesses will offer refreshments to patrons, and Gallery Night is the perfect excuse to see what’s happening Downtown. If you haven’t visited the area in a while, there are plenty of new businesses along with the unique mainstays, so come early to see as much as possible! Come out at 5 to get your fill of Pensacola’s artistic side, stop somewhere for dinner, and experience all of Gallery Night. From north Palafox to the bayfront, down Government and into the Historic District, there will be plenty to see, do and hear. See what the night has to offer in our Official Gallery Night Pull-Out Guide. As always, Gallery Night is free and open to the public. Street closures from 5-9 pm are sponsored by Stella Artois.
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1. 850 Open Water, 22 S. Palafox Pl.: One of Downtown Pensacola’s newest restaurants will feature art from National Johnston! 2. Adonna’s Bakery and Café, 114 S. Palafox Pl.: Join Adonna’s for delicious & artistic baked goods. 3. Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox Pl.: Join us for a very special exhibition at Artel. As part of Artel’s 20th celebration the gallery will feature the “Juror’s Invitational” exhibit. Artel invited jurors from the past 20 years to exhibit in this invitational as a way to extend gratitude for their generous donation of time and talent. The work spans a wide variety of media including, 2D, 3D, video and projection. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to see these exceptional artists under one roof. While studying the works of our region’s best artists, revel in the upbeat tempo of Killarney, a local Irish folk band. Always a favorite of our Gallery Night visitors, they may entice you to dance a jig or two! On your way in, stop by and support the Humane Society of Pensacola’s booth on Artel’s front porch. They will have fun raffles and top-notch goodies to offer you and your furry little friend. Artel and HSOP are planning a big event in September so stay tuned! 4. Belle Ame’, 112 S. Palafox Pl.: Yvette, Belle Ame’s artist, will be present displaying her assortment of handmade bath & body products. Products will be available for sampling. 5. Blab – TV, 121 S. Palafox Pl.: Featuring live music from the Song Birds! 6. Blue Morning Gallery, 21 S. Palafox Pl.: For Gallery Night, the Spotlight on Art continues to focus on Postcards from Pensacola, an allmember show featuring small works of art by artists working in their usual medium. The presence of the Celtic band Sweet Prospect and the Dove Chocolate Lady enhances the evening.
7. Carmen’s Lunch Bar, 407-B S. Palafox St.: Carmen’s Lunch Bar is now open! On Gallery Night Carmen’s will be serving delicious international cuisine, beers and wines. Come to Carmen’s for a taste of something new! Carmen’s combines the design and concept of a neighborhood bar and marries it with an eclectic menu of fresh, flavorful Southern and International cuisine. Stop by to enjoy the unique location and the delicious food and wines! 8. Dog House Deli, 30 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop by Dog House Deli for a classic Downtown dinner as you browse art at Gallery Night. 9. Dollarhide’s, 41 S.Palafox Pl.: Dollarhide’s will feature at 6 pm “Music Education Today.” Local piano teacher Edward Varela will present his students in their innovative annual spring recital. See how piano education has changed over the years and enjoy beautiful and moving music by students from very young to young adults. 10. Don Alan’s, 401 S. Palafox Pl.: Featuring the fine art and painted glassware of Beege Welborn. 11. First United Methodist Church of Pensacola (First Church) and The Perry Home Coffee House, 2 East Wright St.: First United Methodist Church and the Perry Home Coffee House will host an exciting evening of arts, crafts, music and food and entertainment during the May 17 Gallery Night. The Perry Home Coffee House will have a delicious array of complimentary cookies and coffee, along with specialty drinks available for purchase. Celebrate Gallery Night Jazz Fest with live music from Late Nite Jazz Quartet! 12. Global Grill, 27 S. Palafox Pl.: Paintings from local artists including Quenby Tyler, Riece Walton and Reese Foret. 13. Grand Reserve Cigar Shop, 210 S. Palafox Pl.: Join Grand Reserve for Live Jazz Combo music!
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14. Gulf Coast Community Bank, 40 N. Palafox St.: Featuring Sonja Griffin Evans, an acclaimed international multicultural artist and owner of Gumbo Gallery in Pensacola Florida. A self taught Gullah Cultural Artist, Ms. Evans trained under some of the most talented artists in the country. She is passionate about artistically depicting her culture and heritage through her painting to preserve its imagery for future generations. 15. Helen Back Café, 22 S. Palafox Pl.: Join us for Gallery Night specials! 16. Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom, 10 S. Palafox Pl.: The artists at Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom will be the following current employees who will feature 2D and 3D art they produced themselves: Leah Harnish, Linz Deseno, Nathaniel Johnston & Poppy Garcia. Plus live music & great specials for Gallery Night! 17. Indigeaux Denim Bar & Boutique, 122 S. Palafox Pl.: The boutique will be showing jewelry from a local artist. 18. Intermission, 214 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop by for a cocktail while strolling the streets at Gallery Night. 19. Jewelers Trade Shop, 26 Palafox Pl.: Jewelers Trade Shop is off to the races for a Kentucky Derby themed evening. Coming down the stretch is New Orleans artist Jeanine Nahra, and local musician Britt Landrum. There will be plenty of Mint Juleps and Bourbon Balls to go around as you place your bets for the across the board winner. It may be a photo finish, but we feel the odds are in our favor. 20. La Monique Boutique, 23 S. Palafox, Pl.: Explore the art of fashion! London W1 Hair Salon & Studio, 120 S. Palafox Pl: Stop in to enjoy the Gallery Night festivities.
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23. Pink Picasso, 19 Palafox Pl.: Pink Picasso will feature live music provided by HOT BLUE and Said Simple plus new art by Ally Hunt.
level of excitement Downtown during Gallery Night and there is no better way than to kick the weekend off than with great local art, cool cars, music & wine in a festival atmosphere. Seville Quarter will host a FREE Wine & Beer Tasting starting at 5 pm in the Wine & Gift Shop. Mark your calendar now for one of the best Gallery Nights of the year. Enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, live entertainment in historic Downtown Pensacola’s, Seville Quarter Entertainment District, May 17, starting at 5 pm.
24. Pensacola News Journal & GoPensacola.com, S. Palafox Pl., between Romana & Intendencia St.
28. Sole Inn and Suites, 200 N. Palafox St.: Enjoy local artists and celebrate Gallery Night at Sole Inn & Suites.
25. Pita Pit, 1 S. Palafox Pl.: Grab a handheld dinner stuffed in a pita to take on the road for Gallery Night.
29. The Bodacious Olive, 407-D S. Palafox, St.: Stop in to get a sample of one of Downtown Pensacola’s newest businesses!
26. Quayside Art Gallery, 17 E. Zaragoza St.: Quayside Gallery will have a special exhibition for visitors on Gallery Night. The West and East Galleries will be hung with the accepted works that were juried into the 7th Annual First City Juried Show. The Gallery will also feature wood turners and entertainers on the sidewalk and demonstrators on our third floor. Come enjoy our art and meet the artists, have some good refreshments and support the artists of Quayside Gallery.
30. The Great Southern Restaurant Group, Jackson’s Steakhouse, Fish House, Atlas Oyster House and the Deck Bar. The Courtyard at Seville Tower, 226 S. Palafox Pl: Join us at the Courtyard at Seville Tower, at the corner of Palafox and Government, for Gallery Night, 5-9 pm. GSRG will be hosting live entertainment from local musician Lucas Crutchfield and featuring the work of local photographer Barrett McClean. We will have a full bar, serving beer, wine and cocktails. In addition, we will be serving up Pensacola Hero Sandwiches for $5!
21. Nacho Daddies, 34 S. Palafox Pl.: Grab a taco or plate of nachos to enjoy during this edition of Gallery Night. 22. New York Nick’s, 9 S. Palafox Pl.: Come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of New York Nicks!
27. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St.: Seville Quarter’s “Gallery Night Art in the Streets and Hot Rod Car Show.” Seville Quarter has invited over 60 local artists & vendors to showcase their skills, crafts & artwork in the street in front of the historical complex. Seville will also feature a fun HOT ROD CAR SHOW out in the streets. If you love great local artist and fast cars, this show is for you! With over 60 local artist and over 60 great cars in the streets, Seville Quarter will have that “arts festival feel” that everyone loves. We want to step up the
31. The Leisure Club, 126 Palafox Pl.: Enjoy local art, Gallery Night Specials and great food! 32. The Spotted Dog, 124 S. Palafox Pl.: The artist for The Spotted Dog is going to be Pet Photographer Allison Shamrell.
34. Troy University, 118 S. Palafox Pl.: Troy University student pop band, POPulus, Troy University will have a fun, informational, familyfriendly set-up in the heart of Gallery Night. POPulus, entirely comprised of students, performs all over the Southeast, and you can even buy their original music on iTunes! 35. Wine Bar, 16 Palafox Pl.: Enjoy local art in the “Breezeway.” 36. World of Beer/Blend Lounge, 200 S. Palafox: Drink specials. 37. Zarzaur Law Firm, 11 E. Romana St.: Zarzaur Law, P.A. and staff invite you to visit Romana Street in downtown Pensacola during Gallery Night April 5 for a chance to create your very own graffiti art. Grab a paint can and spray your art on the north wall of the law firm. Make sure to snap a picture of your art and tag #LegalGraffiti on Instagram! Donations will be accepted for the benefit of Legal Services of North Florida, which provides civil legal services to those in our community who cannot afford it. All spray paint and paper is provided by Zarzaur Law, P.A., and we ask that you do not bring your own spray cans from home. This event is free of charge and is suitable for the whole family. We hope to see you this Gallery Night. Gallery Night Street closure is sponsored by Stella Artois. Per city ordinance no animals and no glass bottles.
33. The Tin Cow, 102 S. Palafox Pl.: The artists at The Tin Cow will be Bethany & Carl Wilson who have showcased their “America!” display in the restaurant!
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Art in the Park By Emily Lullo Art festivals and events are a true staple of Downtown Pensacola, where historic buildings, plazas and the bayfront provide the perfect backdrop for a day of viewing countless canvases and sculptures. This month, Seville Square will host the 11th annual Art in the Park, presented by the Pensacola Museum of Art. On both May 11 and 12 Art in the Park will be open from 10 am to 5 pm for guests to enjoy. This festival is a juried art show featuring only the best offerings of artists from around the world. “In this festival, we are highlighting traditional fine art mediums, and we require everything that is shown to be original, handmade and unique,” says PMA director of marketing Stacy Kendall. “It has also been vetted by the Art in the Park jury to ensure that the quality of the art is as high as possible. This year we have more than 75 artists—from local to national, and even as far as Charleroi, Belgium!” As with many art festivals the mediums will run the gamut from jewelry and photography to ceramics and painting and everything in between. Guests at Art in the Park can stroll under the oaks of Seville Square and chat with friendly artists who are on hand to talk about their work, many of whom return year after year because they love this festival so much. This year will also bring a new opportunity for attendees to actually bid on work they see in a
dedicated area for a silent auction. Winners will be announced at 4 pm on Sunday. “This is the first year that we are going to do a silent auction to raise money for children’s education,” Kendall says. “Artists are generously donating pieces of their artwork for people to bid on, which we think is another great way to showcase the wonderful work of our participating artists.”
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In addition to viewing and bidding on artwork, families can bring kids and stop by a children’s tent to let the little ones work on some watercolor painting. Saturday will bring a live jazz band to the pavilion to add to the festive atmosphere. There will also be a raffle on Saturday at 4 pm, and the winner will get $500 to spend with artists at the festival. The weekend will provide a boon for Pensacola with the traveling artists as well as attendees who come from around the region to experience a fine arts festival in the historic Downtown. “As the Museum of Art in Pensacola, we feel that it is our duty to stand behind the artists that are actively creating, and we see Art in the Park as a way to bring together art patrons and potential art patrons with these artists,” Kendall says. “Art events are so important to the overall health and vitality of a city. We see beautiful Downtown Pensacola as something that is absolutely worth showing off to everyone.” On Sunday, close out the weekend with Art in the Park, the perfect post-brunch spot to wind down and see what talent is on display. “The festival is a wonderful way to spend the afternoon,” Kendall says. “Mother’s Day is on Sunday, so bring your moms and loved ones and just enjoy the sights and sounds in Seville Square Park.” For more information on Art in the Park visit pensacolamuseumofart.org.
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Business Profile By Emily Lullo
Once Upon a Time Visitors to Downtown Pensacola may have noticed a renewed vigor in the northern corridor of Palafox Street, and last month brought a new addition to this growing area and the overall retail sector of Downtown. Once Upon a Time originally opened in July of 2012 on Barrancas Boulevard, but last month owner Vickie Dobard made the move to 270 N. Palafox. The expansive store is filled with furniture and home décor items, as well as jewelry, accessories and locally produced art. Once Upon a Time hosted its grand reopening last month during Gallery Night, and Dobard says she’s excited to be a part of the growing momentum in the area. “I see a lot more opportunity Downtown and I like being across from the [Palafox] Market,” Dobard says. Once Upon a Time even opens from 8 am to 5 pm on Saturdays so that Palafox Market shoppers can peruse the shop after paying a visit to their favorite produce and craft vendors in MLK Plaza. It is open seven days a week from 10 am to 5 pm Monday-Friday, and noon to 5 pm on Sundays. In the open space and each of the 34 individual rooms, vendors have displayed their wares in inviting setups that shoppers can walk through and browse while envisioning the many pieces in their own
dwellings. The style of items varies greatly from room to room. “Everyone has their individual rooms where they can express their individuality,” Dobard says. “The décor and the furniture goes from antique to shabby-chic to more traditional and contemporary pieces. We also have artwork from various local artists displayed.” Everything in the store is in great condition, and people with their own used but well cared for furniture can also contact Once Upon a Time about possible consignment. Dobard has done design work for various companies in the past and says she feels it’s important to recycle furniture and items to reduce waste, which can certainly be done without sacrificing style. “With the economy being the way it is right now,
it just makes more sense for people to buy things that have been preloved or things that people have taken care of, and that way people can buy something that’s worth more for less,” she says. Entire dining room suites, bedroom suites, sofas, tables, and unique artwork can all be found in the many rooms of Once Upon a Time, and there’s something for everyone that walks in the door. “All our homes are our castles and it’s our personality that pulls them all together,” she says. “Our mission is to offer quality pre-owned furniture and home goods to transform your castle.” With the continuing growth of the bar and restaurant scene in the Palafox area, the addition of even more unique retailers gives visitors even more reason to stay in the area longer and an excuse to shop while walking off lunch. Stop by Once Upon a Time the next time you’re strolling Downtown, visiting the farmers market, or during Gallery Nights when the store will be open late for Gallery Night visitors. For more information find Once Upon a Time on Facebook or call the store 332.5265.
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Film In which we unfairly judge coming attractions based solely on their trailers By Josh Newby
What I’ll be spending my $8 on: The Great Gatsby In theaters: May 10 Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Tobey Maguire, Isla Fisher What I got from the preview: Based on the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald that is regularly referred to as “the great American novel,” this movie appears to take great artistic and theatrical liberties in telling the story of a World War I vet who lives next to the infamous Gatsby, a man who personifies the Roaring Twenties and all of its excess, and gets drawn into a web of crime and love. Most notable for: Although this novel has received the big screen treatment before, director Baz Luhrmann of Moulin Rouge and Romeo + Juliet fame will bring his unique blend of theatricality and visual extravagance to the story. Also, Jay-Z is doing the soundtrack, so take from that what you will. Unqualified critical observation: Investing the $8 ($11) on this 3D spectacle is a risk on my part, since I hate 3D, but Luhrmann’s films are nothing if not entertaining, so the assault on my corneas will likely be worth the headache and increased admission price. Also, Moulin Rouge is one of my favorite movies ever, whereas Romeo + Juliet is one of my most loathed. What I’m saying is this will either be a fantastic movie or a fantastic disaster
Iron Man 3 In theaters: May 3 Starring: Robert Downey, Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Guy Pearce, Ben Kingsley What I got from the preview: Everyone’s favorite lovable egomaniac/misogynist/narcissist is back doing his superhero thing, but this time, there’s a villain intent on taking over the world! Wait, what? That was the first one? I mean, the second one? Aw, who cares? No one sees these things for the story anyway. Most notable for: Apparently, this time, the stakes are higher, since Disney sunk a lot of money into the Marvel universe. The stakes are slightly less overwhelming for our man Stark, since the suit definitely makes the man. Unqualified critical observation: Superhero movies are hit or miss with me, and for some reason these films have never quite struck my ever-evasive emotional core. That’s fine though, since any movie where RDJ (Robert Downey, Jr. for those whose wife doesn’t have his poster on their wall) plays himself is worth the price of admission to me. Star Trek: Into Darkness In theaters: May 17 Starring: Benedict Cumberbatch, Chris Pine, Zoe Saldana, Zachary Quinto What I got from the preview: Incredibly seamless special effects? Check! A story of bravery, selflessness and destiny? Check! Epic, pop-philosophical dialogue delivered by a recognizable voice? Check! The fresh-faced crew of the Enterprise is back in an adventure that takes them to the edges of the universe (green screen) in an attempt to dismantle weapons of mass destruction. The crew assures everyone they don’t have faulty intelligence. Most notable for: Another entry in the growing list of reasons to love JJ Abrams, helm of the new Star Trek movies, the new Star Wars movies, and everything else I’ve ever adored in this cold, confusing world. Unqualified critical observation: The original packed enough generic punch to satisfy even the most jaded fan of intergalactic entertainment. With a franchise whose stories have problems and issues that resonate with our own culture, but which in this case are being handled by an otherworldly amount of supremely attractive people, JJ Abrams knows how to please the hardcore fan and the casual audience member alike. The movie’s cast list has also inspired me to name my firstborn son after Benedict Cumberbatch, the greatest name in all the world.
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The Hangover, Part 3 In theaters: May 24 Starring: Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Melissa McCarthy, Zach Galifianakis What I got from the preview: Apparently Alan, Galifianakis’s character, has been, like, certifiably insane this whole time. I must’ve missed that character development somewhere in the layers of his nuanced, Oscar-caliber acting. In order to help him confront his issues—and to help him deal with the death of his father—the Wolfpack takes him on a road trip where they will be assaulted, kidnapped and forced to spend time on sets from the first movie. Unconventional therapy at its best. Most notable for: This is the epic conclusion of Todd Phillips’ boundary-pushing magnum opus, which is not as good as most magnum opus-es, but is just opus-y enough to warrant the designation. Unqualified critical observation: To be honest, I didn’t see the second one, for reasons I really don’t want to go into right now. The first one was really funny though! This unqualified observation is more unqualified than most, but I’m gonna say this will be better than the second, but not as good as the first. The Purge In theaters: May 31 Starring: Ethan Hawke, Lena Headey What I got from the preview: For one night a year, all crime, even showing up late to your in-laws’ dinner party, is legal. You see, unemployment is at an all-time low and everyone has finally become okay with the Affordable Care Act to the point where they pretty much forgot what the big deal was, anyway. This is because, for 12 hours a year, they are allowed to purge all their illicit tendencies without fear of retribution. The film focuses on one family who take extreme precautions to safely survive the night, but their stronghold of a home is compromised and instead they have to endure a night of terror. Most notable for: It’s a really good idea. It would never work in the real world, but for a horror movie, this is a great idea, hopefully well executed by the team behind Saw and last year’s very scary Sinister. Unqualified critical observation: This movie feels like Panic Room with a much more terrifying premise. Things that go bump in the night and lone holdouts faced with overwhelming odds are both staples of the genre, and I predict that this movie will combine them in a very satisfying, unsettling manner.
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Inaugural Cinco de Mayo Festival By Emily Lullo May brings with it warming weather and the start of a busy festival season for Downtown Pensacola. This year there’s a new event coming to Palafox Street: the inaugural Cinco de Mayo Festival. The colorful fest will feature music, food, and decor that will mimic a bustling streetscape in Mexico. While many think of May 5 as a Mexican version of Independence Day, this is not actually the case. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is known as El Día de la Batalla de Puebla, or the Battle of Puebla Day. It is mostly recognized in the state of Puebla, celebrating the 1862 battle there where the Mexican army defeated the much larger and better equipped French forces, providing an inspirational moment for the country during a time of war. While many Americans will celebrate any excuse to sip a refreshing margarita, festival organizer Grace Resendez McCaffery says this year the date will serve as an opportunity to share Mexican heritage and culture with the community, as well as honoring the resilience of this area in the face of adversity. “The way I look at it and why I want to do it here is when you look at the significance of the observance itself, you have a small, poorly equipped group of people that fought off the professional French Army and defeated them all in the name of defending their community,” she says. “That’s the way I see Pensacola when we’ve had disasters here.” The Cinco de Mayo Festival will kick off at noon on Palafox from Garden to Government Street, which will be closed to traffic during the event. The
streets will come alive with live music in various styles that are popular in Mexico, including mariachis, a Norteño (northern) style group, as well as a trival or tribal group, which Resendez McCaffery says she is very excited to see. “It’s kind of a new genre of music that’s come out of Mexico that the young people there really enjoy. It comes with an entire culture of clothing and a dance, and they’re mostly cowboy hats and exaggerated boots,” she says. There will also be dancers featured at the event. Each region of Mexico has its own unique dance, and one group will perform seven of these dances. Another performer, John Jaramillo, will display traditional Aztec dances and teach audiences about that aspect of Mexican culture. Charros, which are similar to cowboys, will also perform with lassos and dancing. Attendees can come hungry, because along with a bevy of restaurants along Palafox and throughout Downtown, food vendors will be available with traditional Mexican treats and foods that are typical of Mexican festivals. Try something new like elote, a traditional Mexican festival snack that’s a version of flavored corn on the cob. There will be snacks, drinks, desserts and full meals available from food vendors. Kids can enjoy bounce houses, arts and crafts, and soccer exercises, and local soccer team the Gulf Coast Texans will be on hand in advance of a
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summer tournament against the champion team from Monterrey, Mexico this June. Attendees can also peruse the work of vendors selling crafts at the festival. The event will end with a fireworks show over Palafox around 7:30 pm. Utilizing the historic architecture of Palafox and adding the sights and sounds of Mexico will transform Downtown Pensacola into the perfect setting for Cinco de Mayo, Resendez McCaffery says. “I want people to feel like they’re in another place, like they’ve taken a vacation and gone to Mexico for a few hours,” she says. “This is something that we want everyone to come and experience because whenever we do something like this it’s always about sharing our traditions.” For more information call 494-7899 or visit latinomediane.com.
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Historic District Summer is well on its way and Downtown Pensacola’s Historic District is the perfect place to celebrate! Treat yourself to a stylish new summer dress or blouse, or add some sunsoaked accessories to your look. Cool off with an iced coffee, a nutritious smoothie, some decadent gelato or a cold pint of locally brewed beer. Beat the summer brain drain with the many museums and educational tours available in the District. Head to Bartram Park the first weekend of May to take in the Cajun flair at the Crawfish Festival. The waterfront celebration of bayou food and music is popular with seafood lovers across the region. May 17 brings another edition of Gallery Night, when all of Downtown comes alive with art, music and food. Be sure to stop by the Historic District venues that will open their doors and display work of local artists and artisans. May 24 will also usher in the new season of Evenings in Olde Seville, so grab a picnic, pick a perfect spot under the oaks, and enjoy the show. The Historic District isn’t only for special events, though. It’s the perfect place for a jog along the waterfront or the picturesque historic streets, or just a leisurely day of walking and window shopping with a friend. Meet your everyday needs with all kinds of businesses that call this beautiful segment of Downtown home.
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C h o w D o w n To w n By Josh Newby
Open Air Dining Gets a New Name New to the brick sidewalks and incomparable culture and history of Downtown Pensacola is a dining destination on Palafox that offers a simultaneously casual and classy scene for Pensacolian foodies. That destination is Al Fresco, and its multiple restaurants, sleek AirStream food trucks and outdoor seating is Pensacola’s freshest answer to the age-old question, “What do you want to eat?” At the corner of Palafox and Main streets, Al Fresco’s contemporary concept capitalizes on the ease and access of food trucks and combines them with Downtown’s eternally relaxing and fun aura for a stylish approach to outdoor dining like no other. The restaurant area will be home to four food trucks, each with a little something different to offer. The trucks will offer hungry residents and tourists the option to quickly order and then sit down in the communal, outdoor dining area, or take their food to go as they walk the city. Z Taco, the first truck to open, offers authentic Mexican food. Gouda Stuff is a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich shop. Opening in May, Shotgun BBQ and Green House will offer classic American barbecue options and healthy, fruit and vegetable-based meals, respectively. The expansive menu of options offered at each of these vastly different restaurants makes it ideal for office lunches and family dinners. Even the pickiest eater is bound to find their new favorite meal. Jerry’s Cajun Café, the only restaurant housed in an actual building, is already open and offers the
signature pepper- and season-infused New Orleansstyle po-boys, gumbo and boudin that many residents of Pensacola came to know and love when the location was on Ninth Avenue for almost 20 years. Early in 2012, it was announced that the Ninth
Avenue location would be closing, much to the chagrin of regulars who came to rely on Jerry Mistretta’s Louisiana-inspired menu. Not long after, however, the idea for Al Fresco began circulating and Jerry was approached with the idea to let his signature taste serve as the anchor for the new open-air dining junction. “I can hardly describe the revitalization and excitement I feel being Downtown,” said Mistretta. “Closing down in 2012 for a variety of reasons was
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very difficult, but being approached with this new opportunity is such a blessing. The business people and residents Downtown have supported us so much, even for the few short weeks we’ve already been open.” In the nine months between the Ninth Avenue’s location’s closing and the Downtown location’s opening, Mistretta admitted he had a great many offers, but none of them felt quite right. “When I was approached with the idea for Al Fresco, it just made such sense,” said Mistretta. “It’s a very unique concept and perfectly fitted for Downtown life and tourism.” The sky is the limit for this new leisurely dining concept, according to Mistretta, and the locals who are flooding the street corner location seem to agree. The location of Al Fresco is situated perfectly for every type of Downtown tourist: the casual shopper, the sports fanatic, the beach-lover, and the culture aficionado. Visitors can sip a cold beer and enjoy a scrumptious meal on a sunny Saturday before a Blue Wahoos game—or enjoy a glass of wine and light meal on a warm, breezy night. The distant sounds of waves at the bay and the gentle humming of traffic are the perfect lunch and dinner companions at this ideal dining destination, nestled among an ever-evolving Downtown Pensacola. Al Fresco’s restaurants are open from 10:30 am to 9 pm Monday through Saturday.
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At the 2013 Chocolate Fest to benefit Gulf Coast Kids House… 1: Dustin Pike & Traci Crislip; 2: Jazmyn Talor, Ti’Roynei Jones & Joel Arnstead; 3: Matthew Fugget, Peyton Williams & Michael Gund; 4: Zoar Morales & Kirk Stonecipher; 5: Marise Adams, Sam Sullivan, Barbara Krapish & Mickey Dugger; 6: Cindy Columbia & Rachel Martin At the Grand Opening of the MESS Hall… 7: Susan Johns & Taris Savell; 8: Dottie Dubuisson, Lara McKnight & Diane Mack; 10: MESS Hall Founder Megan Pratt, Brent Lane, & the Cat Country Cat.
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