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First Friday Reception Port Aransas Art Center 323 N. Alister Port A 361-749-7334 First Friday Reception -Artists art, refreshments & live music plus a Book Signing –Coastal Bend Winter Haiku by Judith Lauter February 5th 5:30-7:30 pm Judge Loyd Neal

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18th Annual Hearts for Arts Silent Auction/ Artists create a piece of art which may or may not have a heart or a romantic theme, they are all donated and very special. The Silent Auction only runs from Jan.31st thru Feb 13th at 3pm closing just in time for Valentine’s giving. This is an Important Fundraiser-so stop by and bid with your Heart. and help your Art Center!

Enjoying a blustery day Photo by Jay Gardner

Hearts Clementina Rivera

J. W. Lacy caught this 41 inch 27.5 pound red at Mile Marker 25

Coastal Bend Winter Haiku Judith Lauter

Hearts Egrets Tom Stinson

This handsome boy’s name is Bert. He was rescued from a flooded property when he was about 4 months old. He and his brother Ernie were feral puppies so it took a couple of months for them to learn to trust a human. Now he loves to be held and snuggled! He has such a sweet face. Bert is believed to be a Lab/ Dalmation mix. He really enjoys playing with his other foster brothers and sisters. He is about a year old and pretty much full grown at about 39 pounds.

Island Girl Scouts are in the midst of their annual cookie sale. Buy some then by s’more.

Bert is kennel trained, (he loves his kennel), house broken, neutered and up to date on his shots. He is looking for his Forever Home! If you would like to meet Bert, please call 361277-1731 or email info@missionpawsiblecc. org.

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Free Printable Crossword Puzzle #3

News from your POA

By Maybeth Christensen

There is another article in this MOON which has the printed Summary of Standards for Appearance of Property which was included in a mailing that was sent to every household in the Padre Isles Property Owners Association. The mailing came about because it was obvious to most of us that not all of the residents were maintaining their property and thus the valuation of all properties was being affected.

The Board asked the Architectural Control Committee to take a look at the Protective Covenants and the ACC standards to come up with an easy to understand listing of what is required of property owners. This summary is a result of that work. It was decided to mail this to every household since we do have renters and it is just possible the property owner or rental management company did not advise the renter of their responsibility.

We are allowing folks to make corrections over the next 45 days. After that we will start the enforcement process. Violations are subject to a fine of $50 per day until the violation has been corrected.

The Board and the ACC are also looking at possible parking standards. The original covenants which allow for parking your boat and trailer and RV on your lot never envisioned houses being built as large as they are now, or that people would have more than 1 watercraft.

The intent was that boats and RV’s would be parked alongside the house, not in the front yard blocking doors as well as the view of the home.

This is a difficult problem, but one which many of our residents have asked be addressed. Also, parking on a vacant lot is not an option. That is specifically not allowed in the covenants.

In an ad also in this MOON, there is an announcement of a meeting on Monday, February 15, at 7 PM at the Seashore Learning Center Gym. The proposed FEMA flood maps are out and the City will have them at this meeting. City representatives will explain the proposed base elevations and answer questions.

We will also have maps available in the office after that meeting, if you are unable to make it. But, I encourage folks to attend the City meeting on February 15.

We heard about a contractor who was paid up front and then never came back to do the job and, of course, the phone number was bad. It is a tough lesson learned. We have a list of contractors who have been recommended by Island residents.. Just stop by and pick one up.

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Find the solution February 4, 2016 http://onlinecrosswords.net/67

Island Moon This is the Daily Crossword Puzzle #3 for Feb 3, 2016

Across 1. Hits on the head 5. "Want to hear a secret?"

9. Crowning points 14. Toy train track shape 15. Theta follower 16. Hooded serpent 17. Ridicule the "Tutti Frutti" man?

20. Return's result, sometimes 21. Man of the cloth 22. Newspaper moneymakers 23. Completed a lap?

25. Like some humor 29. Little people 31. Parts of cathedrals 34. Buffalo's waterfront 35. Type of acid 37. Very awkward 38. Create an Elmore Leonard title?

40. First name in exploration 42. Jazz musician Hampton 43. "... ___ a man with seven wives" 44. Potter's rabbit 45. Kennel cries 49. Suburban problem 51. Bottom­line figure 53. Word with baseball or gas 54. Deal from the bottom 57. Jungle expedition 59. Obliged actor in "The Bridge on the River Kwai"?

63. Little green guy 64. Build 65. Arnold's comment on "Green Acres" 66. Ones in a flight pattern?

67. Miner samples 68. Congratulatory or consoling gestures

Moon Crossword

Down 1. Rancher's threat 2. Bite off too much 3. Most bleached out 4. Arrived home safe, in a way 5. Very small amount 6. Music scale note 7. Bit of progress 8. The O'Haras' place 9. Largest city of Ghana 10. Logically 11. Business deg.

12. Commit a blunder 13. Down at the mouth 18. Follower of "Angela's Ashes"

Crossword Solution on classifieds page

19. Time to be wary 24. Tell Mom 26. Deuce and a half deuce 27. Place to shoot from 28. Up to now 30. Fireworks, air shows, glasses, etc.

32. Word with social or doctor's 33. Some sound effects 36. Vanity 37. Dander 38. Uncle Remus rabbit 39. Surges 40. They're third on the scale 41. Concert equipment

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Sudoku

44. It's bargained before the bench 46. "Evangeline" setting 47. Little League rooter, often 48. He defeated Ali 50. Complain ad nauseum 52. "Little Red Book" author 55. Military issue 56. It's uplifting to a schusser 58. Miserable debut 59. Jack Russell's appreciation 60. ___ de France 61. Risk a perjury rap 62. ___ out a living

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February 4, 2016

Greetings From Frostbite Falls

Frostbite Betty pretends she is a Rock Star

By Frostbite Betty The weather was on a merry-go-round this week in Frostbite Falls. We’ve had cold, snow, wind, and melty spring. The super stormy night was Friday, blowing wet slippery snow. A great night to sit by the fire. But not Frostbite Betty-my band (first delusion, thinking I am in a real band) had a “real gig” (you guessed it, we are not opening for Bob Dylan) in our favorite Tavern. And I, the bass player, must get there.

This means driving seven and a half miles on the country roads. In the storm. And whose idea was it to say, “Hey guys, let’s dress up.” Well, day after day in flannel and polar fleece is very practical, especially driving in the wilderness in the winter. Dressing up is not, but seemed like a catchy idea at the time. (Definitely delusional.)

Oh, and the name of the band? Shaky Ground.

I will say we looked pretty sharp, except for the drummer who never got the message, and one of the guitar leads who only had ragged pants from construction work to go with his clean shirt. But the girls looked pretty swishy, and the band leader donned a crispy white tux shirt with his best jeans. And we had an audience of stormbound skiers and snowmobilers. And a rowdy table of enthusiastic young folks from across the border who said they didn’t bother with winter sports, just came down to drink.

And we sounded pretty good, we thought.

So, fine then until midnight (noticeably past my bedtime) when we wrapped it up. By then the few last fans were well into their partying. I noticed I was way too tired to appreciate them, actually they were obnoxious. And the wind and snow have not let up. And I am still dressed up. Oh boy, what was I thinking? About as as well as a teenager. OK, I thought, my car got stuck in my driveway just two days ago. This is worse, it’s dark, I have no phone because I loaned it to Bert. I am so not up for being stuck out there somewhere . . .

Two blocks uphill is my office with a sofa, and my car did make it up the unplowed street.

Refuge in the storm. I found some tablecloths and things for makeshift bedding and settled in for a fitful but grateful night. Tried to get word to Bert, so he wouldn’t worry. (Well he did anyway, sweet fella.)

The next morning I made it home. Plowed roads, sunshine, tip money in my pocket. But sheesh, I may have to check Rock Star off on that bucket list, and move on to the next item. I hope it’s something pithy, like dancing in Spain, or writing that autobiography.

Y’all live it up, we miss you.

Betty and Bert

Roundup:

Winter Texan Round-Up website http://www.whoopingcranefestival.org for registration and more information.

Phone:(361) 749-6711 or sally.palmer@ utexas.edu

Whooping Crane Talk

Wetlands Education Center Tours

Relax, kick back and enjoy good old-time movies on the big screen Wednesdays at 2 pm.

Port Aransas Parks and Recreation provides the movies with popcorn at no charge at Port Aransas Community Theatre, 2327 Hwy 361.

Concessions are available for purchase from PACT. Enjoy a variety of comedy, mystery, sci-fi and more. Feb 10: Alfred Hitchcock’s Rebecca.

Feb. 17: NO MATINEE. Feb 24: The Perils of Pauline. March 2: Gone With The Wind.

On Tuesday, Feb. 23, at 7pm. Keep Port Aransas Beautiful and the Port Aransas Parks and Recreation will present Dr. Liz Smith of the International Crane Foundation. She will speak on “Why Our Communities Care about Whooping Cranes”. It will be held at the Port Aransas Community Center, 408 N. Alister St. Liz’s research includes sea-level rise and storm surge effects on coastal habitat change, and promoting community advocacy for conservation planning and coastal protection.

These efforts are being undertaken with the specific goal of ensuring quality wintering habitat for the Whooping Crane as its populations continue to increase. The event is free and open to the public as part of Parks and Rec’s Health/Ecology/Lifestyle/ Preparation (H.E.L.P.) series.

Did you ever want to visit and learn about a marsh without getting your feet wet? The Wetlands Education Center is a ADA compliant 3.6-acre wetland will allow you to do just that, as you stroll through seagrass, salty marsh plants, and dunes. Come during a free guided tour Tuesday and Thursday, at 10 a.m. (the trails are always open for self-guided walks) and you will learn about the special plants and animals of our local wetlands. Participants meet at the University of Texas Marine Science Education Center (855 East Cotter Avenue, Port Aransas, Texas 78373). Programs sponsored by The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) and Mission-Aransas Reserve. Call Nicole Pringle at 361-749-3153 for more information.

We’re Having Fun activities

Pickleball

Every Tuesday at 1:30pm meet at the Girl Scout hut to have some fun. The hut is in the Parks and Rec building, 739 W. Ave. A, on corner of Cut-Off Road in Port Aransas. All supplies are provided and the activities are free.

We will make beignets on Feb 9, to enjoy for Mardi Gras. WHF is learning how to-or-not-to make or do something. Doesn’t always work, but we always have fun!

A large group has formed to participate in this sport in Port Aransas. Experts Bill Arvold and his wife Laura have been doing the heavy work of leading, teaching, scheduling and keeping everyone informed. It is played (and taught starting at noon) weather permitting on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1pm. This paddle sport combining elements of badminton, tennis and ping-pong can be played at the Community Park Rink at 700 Clark Pkwy, off Ross Avenue (or may be held at the pavilion in Roberts Point Park if too windy). Rink is marked allowing teams to play. Have equipment and know how to play? Rink may be used anytime not in use.

Know how to play, but without equipment?

Players may check out equipment owned

by Port Aransas Parks and Recreation at the Community Pool by showing Driver’s License.

Interested with no partner? Contact Pam at 361-749-4158 or pamg@cityofportaransas.org.

FREE!

Port Aransas Parks and Recreation 361749-4158 Contact Pam Greene pamg@ cityofportaransas.org, Ken Yarbrough, kyarbrough@cityofportaransas.org www.cityofportaransas.org/parks_and_ recreation.cfm Pastime Matinee

Dance Night in Port A Dancers of any kind or age are invited to join in for the next three Thursdays, Feb. 4, 11 and 18. Meet at 6:30pm, at Community Center, 408 N. Alister St. Come dance, learn a few steps, teach a few steps, socialize and partake of refreshments. Everyone welcome, no partner needed…we wing it and have fun and a little exercise. Free, but donations will be accepted for the Recreation Foundation of Port Aransas, a 501(c)(3) non-profit geared toward helping improve recreational activities and facilities for citizens and visitors of Port Aransas.

Port Aransas Citywide Garage Sale Come shop until you drop at more than 50 locations on Saturday, Feb. 6. Visit sites all over town, including Non-Profit Sales: **Keep Port Aransas Beautiful-Community Center, 408 N Alister (M), **Project Graduation-**149 Brundrett, on corner of Oleander (M), Farley Boat Works - 216 W Ave C (M), **2nd Time Around Shop at Trinity Church-433 Trojan (M), and **Paws Up Dog Therapy -1110 Channel Vista (B). Contact Pam Greene pamg@ cityofportaransas or 361-749-4158 to list house or business sales or have map emailed. Deadline to register for map is noon, Wednesday, Feb. 3.

Maps will be ready for pick up 1pm, Thursday, Feb. 4, at Parks & Rec office, City Hall & Chamber of Commerce. Contact Pam for email maps. Tables are for rent at Community Center

by KPAB. Contact Darlene at fbcdarlene@ aol.com. (M, A OR B = morning, afternoon or both).

5th Annual Hobby Day

Port A Glass Studio & Art Gallery Northgate Business Center

Marine Development Center Tour

600 Cutoff Road, Ste. 7

Courtesy of Port Aransas Parks and Recreation, a tour has been set for Thursday, Feb. 11, 9am-noon. The tour includes seeing saltwater aquariums with a tour guide telling history of hatchery and current aquaculture techniques used to rear red drum and spotted seatrout. Also there foe seeing are saltwater spawning tanks, incubator room for viewing of the fish eggs and larvae, and outdoor rearing ponds.Contact Pam at 749-4158 or pamg@cityofportaransas.org for a space. Pre-registration is required due to limited space.

(361) 749-6358 Offers Glass workshops weekly. Students learn the basics of glass fusing. Students work with the raw glass and learn to cut and grind the glass into shapes and create fun glass works of their own. Classes in Garden Stakes $79, dichroic glass jewelry $59, frit painting $119, glass etching, and Christmas ornaments $69 are offered weekly. Special occasion celebrations welcomed. All Supplies included in price.

Please allow 24-48 hours for kiln firing. A $10 deposit is required for all reservations.

Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Visitor’s Center 403 W. Cotter, Port Aransas (800) 45- COAST or (361) 749-5919 www.portaransas.org Whooping Crane Festival

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Community Theatre, 2327 Hwy 361. Wine, beer for donation to PACT, and concessions are available for purchase from PACT. Free, but seating is limited.

Port Aransas Parks and Recreation will hold its annual Hobby Day on Monday, Feb. 8, 10am1pm. Got a hobby that has become something more? Share your talent with the public. Free to show off and free to attend. Come see and shop at the Port Aransas Community Center, 408 N. Alister St. Contact Pam Greene at 749-4158 or pamg@cityofportaransas.org to reserve a spot for your wares. Vendors will be able to get in early to set up.

2016 is now upon us and its time to settle in with our Winter Texan neighbors for another glorious season on the sunny Gulf Coast. We have assembled a listing of fun, interesting and educational activities our community has to offer. We encourage you to email us photos and tell us your stories (ronnienarmour@gmail. com). Enjoy!

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Winter Sounds Monday, & Tuesday, Feb 15 & 16, 7-9pm…

FREE admittance, but seating limited. Ron Baker uses unique storytelling style to entertain including stories from his Charley Pride days.

Port Aransas Community Theatre, 2327 Hwy. 361. Wine/beer available for donation to PACT. Concessions may be purchased from PACT. At the age of 9, Ron took up guitar. At 14, Ron played on a Dr. Pepper commercial. Ron was working with blues artist Delbert McClinton in 1975, when he auditioned and beat others for lead guitarist for country singer Charley Pride.

His first performance with Pride was the 1975 Bob Hope 4th of July TV special. With Pride for over 11 years, Ron has traveled the world and appeared on many TV shows. Ron continues to

Chair Yoga Perfect for anyone of any age or condition with yoga sitting and holding onto chairs. Held on Thursdays at 10am, in the Girl Scout hut inside Parks and Recreation building, 739 W. Ave. A. Certified instructor Brittany Young leads the class. $2/class to COPA. Open to everyone.

Interval Training Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: three classes, 7am, noon & 5:15pm (no 5:15 on Fridays), of Interval Training: Held in Civic Center, 710 W. Ave. A. with certified trainer Karen Decker 361-903-0901. High Intensity Training in short spurts for all ages/levels. Work at own pace. Cost $3/class or $30/15 classes.

Cash/check to COPA. Open to men & women.

Bring mat & water.

Birding on the Boardwalk A guided birding tour for novice to expert, is held every Wednesday at 9am.

Guide Nan Dietert will share her vast knowledge about the inhabitants of the Leonabelle Turnbull Birding Center, off Ross Avenue. The tour is free courtesy of Port Aransas Parks and Recreation.

The boardwalk is handicap accessible, and the tower has a lovely view of the wetland area.

Winter Walking Tours Come see the fauna and flora at a free guided tour of the Port Aransas Nature Preserve at Charlie’s Pasture.

The walks are held every Friday at 3pm with volunteer docent Judy Perkins. MissionAransas Reserve partners with Parks and Rec for the one-hour nature walks. Meet at the Preserve at end of Port Street. Bring binoculars, camera, water and mosquito spray.

Port Aransas Museum Community Center Complex 101 E. Brundrett at Alister St. (361) 749-3800 or portamuseum@ paphafarley.org Winter Lecture Series 2016 Murphy Givens’ Book Columns II by Jim Moloney, February 15 Jim Moloney will review and then sign copies of the new book Columns II that he and Murphy Givens have written about local history. Murphy Givens’ historical articles in the Corpus Christi Caller-Times are collected by many readers.

This volume, Columns II, is compiled from more than 100 columns published in 2012 and 2013. They are about the pioneers and settlers who tamed the wild land and made South Texas their home. They were adventurers, outlaws, cowboys, ranchers and entrepreneurs, from all over the United States, Europe and Mexico.

They lived in dangerous times and left a lasting legacy. This second book of Givens’ collected newspaper columns includes 193 photographs and maps, source notes and a full index. Jim Moloney is a businessman with an interest in the history of South Texas, known for his presentations on local history. His publishing company, Nueces Press, has released six books in partnership with Murphy Givens.

Join the Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce/ Tourist Bureau in celebration of our 20th Anniversary Whooping Crane Festival, February 25-28, 2016! The festival is open to avid and amateur birders, photographers, families, and anyone who loves the outdoors and nature-related activities.

This year’s festival will feature keynote speaker Carter Smith, Executive Director of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Twentieth anniversary special events include a luncheon presentation

by Tom Stehn, retired U.S. Whooping Crane Coordinator; a photography exhibit and reception with Texas Underwater photographer Zhongjie Archaeology

by Amy Zheng from China; an Borgens, February 29 evening painting and wine pairing class; and a family Amy Borgens is the marine birding field trip. World archaeologist for the Texas renowned crane expert, Dr. Historical Commission. She George Archibald, will be earned a Bachelor’s Degree one of the featured speakers WWD is the Wine Whine & Design Class taught by Arlene Hughes on January from Purdue University 24th at The University of Texas in Fine Arts and received Marine Science Institute, her Master’s Degree in along with representatives from the different perform a variety of musical styles with smooth Anthropology, Nautical Archaeology Program, Whooping Crane populations across North precision now with band Bad Buoys. from Texas A&M University.

America. Additional festival events include Picturing Port Aransas University of Texas Marine Science boat tours to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge to observe Whooping Cranes, guided View slideshow of photographs taken around Institute field trips, interactive workshops and seminars, Port Aransas and the area. It will be shown 750 Channel View Dr, Port Aransas, TX and a nature-related trade show. Check the on Sunday, Feb. 21, 6pm, at Port Aransas

Afternoon Movies and Discussion Enhance your environmental literacy through film. Films range in time from 10-45 minutes with a 15-20 minute facilitator-led, group discussion. These programs are free of charge and occur through March 10th, every Tuesday and Thursday from 3 - 4 p.m. Participants meet at the University of Texas Marine Science Education Center auditorium (855 East Cotter Avenue, Port Aransas, Texas 78373). Programs sponsored by The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) and MissionAransas Reserve. Call Nicole Pringle at 361749-3153 for more information. Check the calendar on www.utmsi.utexas.edu for movie listings.

Public Lectures in Port Aransas (Marine Science Education Center) Join us for a series of free presentations about the oceans, local wildlife, and some history - led by the people who study them. Lectures are on Thursday evenings. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the lectures begin at 7:00 p.m.

Located at 855 East Cotter Avenue (near the beach), Port Aransas, Texas at the UT Marine Science Education Center auditorium. Call 361-749-6805 for more information. Programs sponsored by The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) and MissionAransas Reserve.

February 4 — Save the... sharks by Dr. Greg Stunz from the Harte Research Institute for Gulf of Mexico Studies February 11 — Skywarn Storm Spotter Training by John Metz from the National Weather Service February 18 — Dispatches from the Gulf: Research Updates from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill by Drs. Ed Buskey, Andrew Esbaugh, Lee Fuiman, Zhanfei Liu, Hernando Bacosa, and graduate student, Meredith Evans from UTMSI February 25 — Birds, Beast, and Conservation in the Northern Serengeti by Scott Holt from UTMSI

Winter Education Programs Explore, recreate, and investigate the natural world as you learn about coastal habitats and how you can help protect them at our upcoming events. These free interactive programs are for all ages. SEA you there! Located on Saturdays at 855 East Cotter Avenue (near the beach), Port Aransas, Texas at the UT Marine Science Education Center. Programs sponsored by The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) and Mission-Aransas Reserve. Call Nicole Pringle at 361-749-3153 for more information.

January 30 - Mustang Island Beach Exploration from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

February 13 - Fish Adaptations from 10 a.m.

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PORT ARANSAS ART CENTER 323 N. ALISTER 361-749-7334 MONDAYS-SOFT PASTELS- DONNA GARVEN ~ Feb. -March 7, 9:30 am -12:30 pm- Cost: $20.00 non-members\ $18 members Learn this very fun and artistic medium. She will have a lesson plan each week or complete something of your own. Use our pastels to get started if you don’t have a set-consult instructor about proper paper.

TUESDAYS DROP IN & DRAW -PAT DONOHUE - 9:30am-12:30pm Cost:$20.00 non-members $18 Members Come, learn to draw or improve your skills, you will have a great time! Bring your drawing supplies. (First Tuesday is portrait drawing if you don’t want to do a portrait you may bring something else if you wish).

THURSDAYS--SOFT PASTELS- LAURA GRIFFITH ~ 9:30 am -12:30 pm -Cost: $20.00 non-members\ $18 members Learn this very fun and artistic medium. Laura has a great lesson plan each week or complete something of your own. Use our pastels to get started if you don’t have a set-consult instructor about proper paper.

FRIDAYS -BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE WATERCOLOR -KAY BARNEBEY 10am-1pm Cost: $25 Come, learn to paint or advance your painting skills with great instructors. Class is sometimes also taught by Nancy Buskey. Supply List available, the A/C has paints and brushes you can use to get started.

“INDIGO SCARF” DYING Saturday, January 30th TIME: 12-5 Cost: $25 + Supplies $25 Register & Pre-pay by January 23rd Christine Ritter Minimum: students 4 Maximum: 16 Provided: 1 fat quarter of 19mm silk Carmeuse (for cutting practice pieces), 1 - 14”x72” 19 mm silk Carmeuse scarf, indigo dye, reducing agent, soda ash, misc supplies. Additional items may be pre-ordered.A handout describing the basic processes will be provided during class. Students are encouraged to take notes to supplement the handout. Students will learn4 types of shibori-based resist dying techniques: 1) clamp resist, 2) stitched resist, 3)pin wheel, and 4) accordion folding. They will also learn to mix natural indigo dye. Students will have an opportunity to practice these techniques on the practice material before committing designs to their scarf. v

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Town Hall Meeting for Veterans February 16

Police Blotter Visible Street Numbers Important for Emergency Response When responding to an emergency, minutes matter. The Corpus Christi Fire and Police Departments are encouraging residents and business owners to properly display addresses.

The request is part of a program called, “Let Your Numbers Show.”

“Timely response is crucial for emergency responders.

Members of the public can help by making sure their residence and/or business is clearly marked with their address,” said Corpus Christi Fire Chief Robert Rocha. “Both the Fire Code and City Ordinance require addresses for new and existing residences and businesses. Having a clearly defined address will help fire, police, and EMS personnel with providing the best possible service,” Rocha said.

Consider the following: • Script numbers or numbers that are spelled out in words may be aesthetically pleasing, but are difficult to read quickly from the street.

• Brass or bronze numbers are difficult to see. Use numbers that contrast with the background.

• If the house is located more than 45 feet from the street, the numbers should be displayed on a fence, mailbox, or other appropriate place that will make it visible for approaching vehicles.

• Be sure the view of the numbers is not obstructed by shrubs, trees, or decorations, such as flags.

• Numbers should be clearly seen when approaching from either side of the house.

If the numbers on your house are not visible or easy to read, it will take emergency personnel longer to reach you. Take time now to be sure your house or business numbers are visible from the street to help first responders find you faster.

For more information contact Captain James Brown at (361) 826-8423 or at jamesb@cctexas.com.

Police Calls The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 959 calls for service and generated 222 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. January 31 to 7:00 a.m. on February 1, 2016.

The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 1,211 calls for service and generated 170 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. January 27 to 10:00 a.m. on January 28, 2016.

The Corpus Christi Police Department responded to 1,096 calls for service and generated 177 reports for formal criminal complaints from 7:00 a.m. January 26 to 10:00 a.m. on January 27, 2016.

Island Police Calls 11500 block State Highway 361 Burglary of a motor vehicle

The Veterans Administration and Coastal Bend Health Care System will hold a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday February 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi 6300 Ocean Drive. It will be held in Oso Room 221.

By Phil Hardberger Many people from Texas to Michigan have expressed amazement that you can get from Port Aransas to Chicago and Lake Michigan by boat. The answer is America’s rivers. In the beginning of our country, people arrived by boat to the Eastern Shores of what became the United States. In due time, people pushed inland from the Atlantic Ocean. The main form of transportation was boats along our natural highways, the rivers. Towns were settled and incoming and outgoing goods traveled by the rivers. It was easier and safer than going by land. Rivers are the arteries of the United States. And though we now have alternative sources of transportation, much freight traffic still moves on the rivers. We passed tugs pushing 36 barges at a time. Six across and six deep: about the size of a city block. We passed barges all the way from Port Aransas to Chicago, all carrying the products that give our country such enormous economic strength. The barge loads got bigger and bigger the further north we went. Along the Texas coasts one or two barges is the average. By the time we got to the Mississippi, 20 or 25 seem to be the average.

Commissioner George P. Bush Announces Coastal Resiliency Advisory Group New group will provide local leadership and input to GLO on coastal issues

By Brittany Eck

You have to stay out of the way of these monsters. Half of the time they can barely see you because of the mound of goods they are pushing. And they are working in the sometimes narrow confines of a twisting river, with currents going every which way. In turns, they may take up the entire river with their barges going one way and the tug pushing them pointed in a different direction. I have enormous respect for these river masters. Every once in a while you read where some pleasure craft has been run over by one of them: the result is predictable. The pleasure craft occupants don’t survive. The tugs are not sure whether they ran over a good size log, or just hit a sandbar. “I don’t know Joe, did we just hit something?”

Texas General Land Office The Texas General Land Office Commissioner George P. Bush announced this week the framework for a new Coastal Resiliency Advisory Group. This regional advisory group of 15 members will consist of local government, business and industry leaders serving two-year terms.

“As Texans, the coast represents a significant component of our shared heritage,” said Commissioner Bush. “Its beaches, marshes and islands are a beacon of all that Texas stands for and making sure we build, maintain and protect our coast is one of my top priorities as Commissioner of the General Land Office. As a conservative, I believe decisions are best made with input from those closest to the issue. That’s why I want to build a coalition of coastal leaders to offer advice on how to best preserve and protect this vital resource. I value the input from those whose daily life revolves around promoting a vibrant coastal economy and protecting our shared heritage for generations to come.”

The good news is that they are consummate sailors, and they don’t want to hit you. If you timely communicate with them, they’ll usually give you good instructions, and handle themselves accordingly. We had no trouble with any of them, and we passed hundreds.

North from Mobile

Three members will be selected from each of the five coastal regions of the Regional Councils of Government (COGs). These regions include the following counties: Region 15:

Here is a simple, but long answer of how we traveled from the Gulf of Mexico into Chicago and the Great Lakes. From Mobile Bay, we turned north on the Mobile River, then north on the Tombigbee River, then north on Tenn-Tom Waterway which connects the Tennessee River with the Tombigbee River, then the Tennessee River until it reaches the Cumberland River, which then intersects the Ohio River, which in turn meets the Mississippi River at Cairo, Illinois. You then stay on the Mississippi past Paducah, Kentucky, and St. Louis, Missouri until you reach the Illinois River at Grafton, Ill., then northwards to Chicago. The Illinois River ends at Chicago, on the southern shores of Lake Michigan. By the time you come from Mobile to Chicago, you’ve come 1,500 miles. The river portion took us five weeks.

Hardin, Jefferson and Orange

Region 16: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller, Wharton Region 17: Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, Victoria Region 20: Aransas, Bee, Brooks, Duval, Jim Wells, Kenedy, Kleburg, Live Oak, Nueces, Refugio, San Patricio

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Editor’s note: San Antonio attorney, and former San Antonio Mayor, Phil Hardberger is an avid sailor who for many years kept his boat in Port Aransas. He chronicled his sailing adventures for the San Antonio Express-News and we reprint this article on his trip up America’s rivers with their permission.

A Health Care System (VATVCBHCS) leadership team including Mr. Joe A. Perez, Interim Director, and other Health Care System Leaders will make a presentation of the state of the Health Care System, information on Non-VA Care and Veterans Choice Program and solicit constructive feedback from Stakeholders. This event is aimed at soliciting constructive feedback from Veterans on how we can improve our operations.

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America’s Rivers

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Of the three members from each region, one will be an elected or government official from a county or municipality. The second will be a representative from a coastal conservation or regional planning organization. The third will be a representative from a regional port or member of the coastal business community.

The Regional COGs will make one recommendation for each of the three representatives for their respective regions as well as conduct the application process.

Upriver from Texas Most of the time we were going against the river’s currents. This is considered the “wrong way.” But when you travel away from Texas at the end of our country, you don’t have much choice.

Everything is upcurrent, and usually upwind as well. Aboard Aimless this was not too much of a problem because the currents were modest, and easily overcome by our two trusty 350-horse Caterpillar engines. (Thank you Peter Holt!). The Mississippi River though is in a class of its own. The routine current is about half the speed of Aimless and against us. Our 10 MPH was reduced to 5 MPH, more like the speeds I was used to on a sailboat. I had worried about this strong current, and had been advised against even doing this by some sailors. Fueling places are few and far between, and the river carries a fair amount of debris from trees to refrigerators, now coming at you at five miles an hour under their own power. There are too many stories of broken rudders and bent props to discount the dangers altogether.

And then there were scare stories of whirlpools, and underwater dams called weir dams that extend into the river awaiting with malevolent intent the opportunity to rip the bottom out of your boat. There were the tugs and barges larger than a congregation of 18-wheeler trucks at a truck stop with pretty waitresses bearing down on you as they come down the river. I spent a restless night at anchor on the Ohio River in a rainy, stormy night before entering the Mississippi mulling this over in my mind at 3 a.m. Fortunately, we had been joined on this segment by Eugene Simor of San Antonio (the Alamo beer guy) who is an excellent sailor and companion. We have sailed together on many sailboats and power boats in different parts of the world. I have a lot of confidence in his ability, and he is cheerful besides. Eugene is always up for anything. Linda was eager to move on towards Chicago and the day dawned bright and calm. We steamed ahead, entering this most powerful and longest of the American rivers. It is 2,000 miles long, but we were only on it for 250 miles, exiting it into the Illinois River. I loved it. All of the hazards are there all right, though in a manageable way, and the river is beautiful.

There is little industry, and the banks are thickly wooded. There are some terrific sand beaches, and mighty cliffs. You travel with Mark Twain and Huckleberry Finn. The voices of our forebears murmur in the night against the hull. Traveling this mightiest of rivers is the quintessential American experience. I shall never forget it, and hope to come back again.

Meetings of the Coastal Resiliency Advisory Group will be held quarterly at a location in a different coastal region on a rotating basis. The group will review and evaluate the effect of state policies and programs and make recommendations to the Commissioner on matters relating to coastal resiliency and recovery. The group will also recommend policies to the Commissioner for the use, allocation, or distribution of funds that include identification of statewide priorities and issues relating to applications for financial assistance. The group will consider issues such as evaluation criteria for providing financial assistance and recommend to the Commissioner special studies and projects to further the effectiveness of coastal resiliency and recovery.

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February 4, 2016

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Senior Moments

By Dotson Lewis

52nd Anniversary of the Beatles’ First Visit to the United States

Special to the Island Moon Dotson’s Note: I was all set to write an article on an entirely different subject for this week’s Senior Moments, when I noticed it was the anniversary of The Beatles invasion of our “fair shores.” Do you remember when? My thanks to the “History Channel” for contributing to this article.

Show returned from a commercial (for Anacin pain reliever), and there was Ed Sullivan standing before a restless crowd. He tried to begin his next introduction, but then stopped and extended his arms in the universal sign for “Settle Down.” “Quiet!” he said with mock gravity, and the noise died down just a little.

Then he resumed: “Here’s a very amusing magician we saw in Europe and signed last summer….Let’s have a nice hand for him— Fred Kaps!”

For the record, Fred Kaps proceeded to be quite charming and funny over the next five minutes. In fact, Fred Kaps is revered to this day by magicians around the world as the only three-time Fédération Internationale des Sociétés Magiques Grand Prix winner. But Fred Kaps had the horrific bad luck on this day in 1964 to be the guest that followed the Beatles on Ed Sullivan—possibly the hardest act to follow in the history of show business.

“On the airplane, I felt New York,” Ringo Starr said many years later. “It was like an octopus… .I could feel, like, tentacles coming up to the plane it was so exciting.” For the better part of a year leading up to their arrival in America on this day in 1964, the Beatles had been adjusting to the hysteria that seemed to greet them wherever they went. They had grown somewhat accustomed to the screaming hordes of teenage fans and the omnipresent pack of photographers, cameramen and reporters. They had conquered Sweden, France, Germany and their native England. Yet even the Beatles were nervous at the prospect of finally visiting the United States, a country that had seemed to react indifferently to the initial small-label release of singles like “Please Please Me” and “She Loves You” almost a year earlier. “I know on the plane over I was thinking, ‘Oh, we won’t make it,’” John Lennon later recalled. “But that’s that side of me. We knew we would wipe them out if we could just get a grip.”

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Individuals, Not-for-Profit Organizations, or Schools - (please include a $30.00 donation) ________________________________________________________________________________________

Organization, Company, or Corporation - (Please include a $55.00 donation) ________________________________________________________________________________________ Krewe Captain (person responsible for entry)________________________________________________________________ Address__________________________________________________________Cell Number__________________________ Email address _____________________________________________________ Please check mark your type of entry - All entries are required to relate to Mardi Gras Motorized _______Decorated Float

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I, ________________________________________________In consideration for permission and authority to participate in and be a part of the 2016 Barefoot Mardi Gras parade do hereby release, waive and discharge Barefoot Mardi Gras, its agents and assigns from any liability whatsoever in connection with myself or my groupÕs participation. I acknowledge that my name, likeness, and/or photograph may be taken and used by Barefoot Mardi Gras for promotional purposes. I certify that the driver of my entry (if motorized) has a valid driverÕs license and valid insurance. I acknowledge receipt of and will comply with the Barefoot Mardi Gras 2016 rule and regulations.

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Getting a grip would be difficult given the reception that awaited them on the ground in New York.

“We got off the plane, and we were used to ten, twelve thousand people, you know,” Ringo later recalled. “It must have been four billion people out there. I mean, it was just crazy!”

The Beatles were loose, poised and funny at the airport news conference amid the bedlam of shouted questions and screaming fans. But on the ride into Manhattan, Ringo says, they were as giddy as some of the fans who surrounded their limo as it approached the Plaza Hotel. “It was madness! They were all outside and there’s barriers and horses and cops all over the place… with the four of us sitting in the car, giggling. I’ll speak for everybody—we couldn’t believe it! I mean, I’m looking out the car saying, ‘What’s going on? Look at this! Can you believe this?’

It was amazing.”

Nowadays, scenes like those that greeted the Beatles in America in February 1964 could be manufactured by any competent publicist with a client who was willing to foot the bill. It would be impossible, though, to manufacture the emotional impact of Beatlemania, both on the Beatles themselves and on America. John, Paul,

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Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade Rules RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING 2016 BAREFOOT MARDI GRAS PARADE

1. Parade line-up and staging will begin Saturday, February 6, 2016 at (9:00AM) at Whitecap Blvd and Windward Dr. Parade to start at 11AM. Other than the lead float, color guard and our childrenÕs charities, all parade entries will appear in order of arrival at the staging location. The parade will begin by proceeding East down Whitecap to the beach. Once on the beach the parade will turn South towards Bob Hall Pier. The parade will end by turning West into the circle at the Briscoe King Pavilion. Floats that would like to stay on display at the Barefoot Mardi Gras Festival will receive 6 admission tickets. Floats on display must stay in place until 5pm. All other floats not staying for the festival may park along side roads where available or disburse after the parade. Float owners are solely responsible for removal of their float and float related trash from the parking lot. DO NOT dispose of float trash or materials in the ParkÕs Department parking lot. All floats cannot be higher than 20Õ due to over head lines.

2. All participants operating motorized vehicles must provide Barefoot Mardi Gras with proof of auto liability insurance by including a copy of their insurance card with their application.

3. A mandatory Parade Meeting will be held on Thursday, February 4 at 6pm at Schlitterbahn. One Krewe member must be present to participate on 2/6/16 4. All entries must be decorated for a family atmosphere and constructed in a safe manner and not present a health or safety hazard to the contestants or the general public. Pulling units must be decorated and should be made as much a part of the float as possible.

5. For safety reasons, no stopping nor change of Krewe members during the parade is allowed.

6. The person responsible for any animal or group of animals is required to have a cleanup crew immediately following and immediate pick up of animal waste is required.

7. Trophies will be awarded to 1st place in each category and Best Overall. Judging will be based on originality, creativity and theme reflection - trophies awarded at the Barefoot Mardi Gras Festival at Briscoe King Pavilion following the parade.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS WILL RESULT IN REMOVAL FROM THE PARADE. Ð

Questions call John Vaughn at 361-779-0477 or Bob Paulison at 361-563-2888 Or email to barefootmardigras@yahoo.com

It is estimated that 73 million Americans were watching that night as the Beatles made their live U.S. television debut. Roughly eight minutes before Fred Kaps took the stage, Sullivan gave his now-famous intro, “Ladies and gentlemen…the Beatles!” and after a few seconds of rapturous cheering from the audience, the band kicked into “All My Lovin’.”

Fifty seconds in, the first audience-reaction shot of the performance shows a teenage girl

George and Ringo had developed an airtight act both onstage and off, but they were still four working-class lads from northern England, now being hailed as conquering heroes in the country whose music had inspired them to become musicians in the first place. And America— not just its teenagers, but the entire country— was still looking for a reason to emerge from the shadow of the Kennedy assassination barely two months earlier. New York found its reason on this day in 1964, and the rest of America followed just two days later when the Beatles made their live television debut on The Ed Sullivan Show.

“There were millions of kids at the airport, which nobody had expected. We heard about it in mid-air. There were journalists on the plane, and the pilot had rang ahead and said, ‘Tell the boys there’s a big crowd waiting for them.’ We thought, ‘Wow! God, we really have made it.’

On Friday 7th February, 1964, The Beatles landed at Kennedy airport and were immediately thrust into their now-legendary first press conference there. The place was heaving with rabid reporters, seasoned journalists and camera crews from all over the world.

From there, they took a limo to the Plaza Hotel, where they stayed during their time in NYC. The Beatles’ suite was a hub of activity a place where they anticipated, prepared for and then relaxed after each of the milestone events that they were experiencing in such quick succession. They would await phone calls from journalists or to receive news of how their songs were doing in the charts; they gave in-person interviews there, and watched themselves on television. Often, they would call into radio stations to request their favorite records.

beaming and possibly hyperventilating. Two minutes later, Paul is singing another pretty, mid-tempo number: “Til There Was You,” from the Broadway musical Music Man. There’s screaming at the end of every phrase in the lyrics, of course, but to view the broadcast today, it seems driven more by anticipation than by the relatively low-key performance itself. And then came “She Loves You,” and the place seems to explode. What followed was perhaps the most important two minutes and 16 seconds of music ever broadcast on American television—a sequence that still sends chills down the spine over half a century later.

The Beatles would return later in the show to perform “I Saw Her Standing There” and “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” as the audience remained at the same fever pitch it had reached during “She Loves You.” This time it was Wells & the Four Fays, a troupe of comic acrobats, who had to suffer what Fred Kaps had after the Beatles’ first set. Perhaps the only non-Beatle on Sullivan’s stage that night who did not consider the evening a total loss was the young man from the Broadway cast of Oliver! who sang “I’d Do Anything” as the Artful Dodger midway through the show. His name was Davy Jones, and less than three years later, he’d star in a TV show of his own that owed a rather significant debt to the hysteria that began on this night in 1964: The Monkees.

Dotson’s Other Note: The morning after watching “The Beatles” on “The Ed Sullivan Show” I heard my lovely bride of only a little over13 years singing, “I Wanna Hold Your Hand.” I thought that since she first heard, in 1956, Elvis’ rendition of “Love Me Tender,” that she was a “dyed in wool,” Elvis fan. Oh well, so much for fan loyalty after a group of long haired foreigners invaded the USA. It’s great that you read, and send comments regarding what I write; thank you. Please call or Email. Phone: 361-949-7681; Email: dlewis1@stx.rr.com The next Veterans Roundtable Meeting will be Tuesday, February2 2016, 9-11 AM, in Room 126, Del Mar College, Center For Economic Development, 3209 S. Staples. The speaker this week will be the Nueces County Tax Assessor, Kevin Kieschnick. All Veterans, their families and anyone interested in Veterans affairs, are invited. Hope to see you there.

The Nueces County Veterans Service Officer Martin Longoria is hosting a Veterans Information meeting 9 AM-12 Noon, February 6, 2016, at the Del Mar College Center for Economic Development, 3209 South Staples.

This meeting will be invaluable to all Veterans, their dependents and friends. The agenda with a list of participating individuals and organizations is on Page A1 of this issue of The Moon... Please make plans now to attend, it will be well-worth your time.

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February 4, 2016

Island Moon

STATE Higher Education in the Coastal Bend

By Todd Hunter, District 32

This week, I’d like to take a look at some of the excellent higher education organizations that operate, teach, and serve our area so well. Corpus Christi and Port Aransas are home to Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, the University of Texas Marine Science Institute, and Del Mar College. Each institution brings positive benefits to people in the Coastal Bend, the state of Texas, and throughout the country.

Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), previously Corpus Christi State University, joined the Texas A&M University system in 1989. It offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in a variety of disciplines and fields. The school recently added electrical engineering to its growing list of degree programs this year. TAMU-CC offers one of the nation’s top graduate nursing programs as well.

The university has a strong athletics program and a burgeoning life sciences division. TAMUCC is also growing at a rapid pace.

TAMU-CC was previously selected as one of only six command centers in the nation for unmanned aerial vehicle airspace by the Federal Aviation Administration. The designation has enabled the Lone Star UAS Center (LSUASC) to conduct test flights around South Texas.

Recently, the Harte Research Institute at the university was selected as a RESTORE Center of Excellence. RESTORE stands for Resources and Ecosystems Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities and Revived Economies of the Gulf Coast States. This designation will allow Texas A&M – Corpus Christi to find and fund ways to protect and support the economic and environmental interests of the Gulf of Mexico.

In 1946, the University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UT-MSI) was established as the first permanent marine laboratory on the Texas Coast. It is located in Port Aransas, Texas.

With a focus on research, the Institute hosts graduate and undergraduate programs, such as Fish Physiology and Marine Biogeochemistry.

The Institute has contributed groundbreaking research and scientific accomplishments, such as being the first institution to spawn redfish in captivity.

UT-MSI contributes to the community in many ways. The Visitor Center educates the public on Marine Science with exhibits and videos that depict the Texas Coast. The UT-MSI Wetlands Education Center is an outdoor facility on a marsh, with boardwalks and displays that inform the public about the local ecosystems.

Guided tours are available.

• Any building materials used will be visible only during that construction and will be stored only on the property.

• No lot shall be used as a dumping ground for rubbish or trash.

Be sure to include a brief description of what your organization does and a contact person for those interested in joining.

Del Mar College, which was established in 1935, has a current enrollment of over 12,000 people, and offers a variety of associate degrees in the arts and sciences, as well as certificates of achievements. Del Mar College was named one of the Top Military Friendly colleges for two years in a row by Military Advanced Education, and is designated a “Service Members Opportunity College.”

Padre Island Antique Classic Car Club (PIACCC) is open to all vehicles 25 years and older: Antique, Classic, Roadsters, Hot Rods, etc; who would like to meet to plan meetings, socials, rallies, tours, car shows on and around the Island.

Del Mar College offers many continuing education and career courses for the local community. Some of these classes can be applied to Continuing Education Units (CEUs). A CEU is a kind of credit that professionals can use to prove their completion of continuing education courses or initiatives. For more information on Del Mar College, you can access the college website here: http://www.delmar.edu/ .

If you would like to follow the Texas House and learn more information on news, committees or other aspects of the legislative body, you can access its website at http://www.house. state.tx.us/ . The site features live streaming from the House floor, committee hearings as well as access to a number of other resources.

You can also follow the Texas Senate at http:// www.senate.state.tx.us/ . The Texas Governor’s official website can be found at http://gov.texas. gov/ . For important information regarding transportation in the state, feel free to visit the Texas Department of Transportation’s website at http://www.txdot.gov/ . The Texas General Land Office’s website can be found at http:// www.glo.texas.gov/ , while the Texas Railroad Commission’s website is located at http://www. rrc.state.tx.us/ .

If you have questions regarding any of the information mentioned in this week’s article, please do not hesitate to call my Capitol or District Office. Please always feel free to contact my office if you have any questions or issues regarding a Texas state agency, or if you would like to contact my office regarding constituent services. As always, my offices are available at any time to assist with questions, concerns or comments (Capitol Office, 512463-0672; District Office, 361-949-4603).

Rep. Hunter represents Nueces (Part) County. He can be contacted at todd.hunter@house.state.tx.us or at 512-463-0672.

replacing the rock with another material such as asphalt, concrete or grass.

• The front yard and driveway shall remain clear of any sports equipment, folding chairs, tables, bicycles and toys when not in use.

Any grills used in the front yard should be removed and stored behind the fence or in the garage when grilling is finished.

• Garbage shall be kept only in the sanitary City-provided containers. These containers will be kept out of view of the street or the canal and put out no earlier than 7PM on the day before pickup and removed no later than midnight on pick-up day.

• No clothes lines shall be erected on any property except in screened areas as permitted by the ACC.

• Weeds shall be removed from yards, whether grass, rock or concrete, on a regular basis.

• All boat docks and decks shall be maintained for safety and appearance. Any rotting or sagging boards should be removed and replaced with new boards. These rotting boards often end up in the canals.

Weeds shall not be allowed to take over a rock yard. No weeds shall be allowed to grow under or around any parked vehicles or trailers. No grass or weeds on occupied or vacant lots shall grow higher than twelve inches before being mowed.

• All shrubbery, plantings, and trees shall be maintained by trimming or pruning as needed.

Palm trees shall be regularly trimmed to remove their brown fronds.

• As rock yards become older, the plastic barrier begins to show which sometimes is caused by driving or parking vehicles on the rocked area. This problem shall be remedied by adding more rock to the area or by

The Island Moon provides this space for Island organizations. If you are a member of a club and want to get the word out about your events and/or projects send them along and we will get them in.

UT-MSI offers a host of programs available to the public, including the Marine Science Education Film Series and Discussion, which is available every Monday and Wednesday. UTMSI also features birding classes to children every summer.

Summary of Standards for Appearance of Property from the Padre Isles Property Owners Association • All projects shall be completed in a timely fashion and if required will have the appropriate ACC permit.

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• No antennas or wires from antennas shall be erected or maintained on any tract forward of the front building line on any property.

• Nothing shall be thrown or dumped into the canals including limbs, leaves, grass clippings, fish remains, pet waste or any other foreign matter.

• All fences and walls shall be maintained for safety, security and appearance. Repairing or rebuilding fences and walls should follow the ACC standards and may require a permit from the ACC. • Any painted surface shall be maintained in good condition. House trim, garage doors, windows and doors shall be painted as needed so as to maintain a harmonious image when viewed from the street.

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Send the info to editor@islandmoon.com and we will include it. Or call us at 949-7700.

Please contact piaccarclub@aol.com for information on the upcoming meeting. Please include your contact information and the type of car owned.

Padre Island Dog Owners Group (PI DOG). Meets monthly for dog & owner activities, training and education. Free to join. For more information contact Lyn Edler (lyn.edler@gmail.com) or Bev Hoffman (bevhoffman@aol.com).

PI DOG Needs YOU! PI DOG would like to get together a group of owners and dogs to march in the Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade on the beach Feb. 6, 2016. The parade starts at 11:00 AM. Please respond to bevhoffman@ aol.com if you are interested. We need an approximate number to turn in to the parade coordinators on our entry form. We have been in the last two Mardi Gras Parade and have had a good time. Look in the Padre Moon newspaper for more information about the parade route.

Kiwanis Club of Port Aransas. Kiwanis meet at Noon each Wednesday at Stingray’s, 401 Beach Ave., Port Aransas. For more information please email portakiwanis@ gmail.com.

Padre Island Ukulele Club – We meet every other Tuesday night! Call or text Danny Salazar at (316) 877--‐7071 for the next meeting date. Beginners Workshop: 6 to 7 PM and Open Jam: 7 to 8 PM. All Skills levels welcome. Location: Island Joe’s Coffee and Gallery, 13919 SPID, right here on the island.

A $3 per person donation covers the workshop, materials and the open jam. Loaner ukuleles available at no extra cost. RSVP online. PadreIslandUkeClub@gmail.com Padre Island Yacht Club – is welcoming new members.

We have Boat slips available now for members.

Contact Ralph Ferges, rferges@gmail.com for slip rental information.

Check us out as every Friday Night is Happy Hour from 6:00 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Contact David Satterwhite, Rear Commodore in charge of Memberships, dgsatterwhite@ gmail.com to attend. Padre Island Yacht Club (PIYC) members enjoy small boat Poker Runs, Cruises to area restaurants, Progressive Dinners, 4th of July Boat Parade, extended boat cruises to Palacios, TX. South Padre Island, Ingleside, Rockport, Fulton, and other areas.

The Members plan several social events every year including Holiday Events and Potlucks, Dinner Dances, Murder Mysteries, Soup Nights, Chili Cook-offs, Old Fashioned Picnics, Talent Night, Theme Parties such as “Tie One On”, Fab 50’s, Brazilian, Western, and Medieval Nights.

PIYC hosts The La Posada Foundation, whose mission is to gather toys and other donations for the US Marines “Toys for Tots” campaign through The Annual La Posada Parades and the Scuttlebutts La Posada Kickoff Party and Auction. PIYC actively supports and promotes other charities as well; Wounded Warriors, Spoil Island Clean-up, Coast Guard Auxiliary, and Paddle for Parkinsons.

Please come, join us! Check us out for a Friday Night Happy Hour!

KIWANIS Club of Padre Island. Kiwanis meets at Veranda Restaurantat Schlitterbahn at Noon on the first and third Wednesday of the month.

Padre Island Rotary Club. Of the things we think, say or do…. Is it the TRUTH?….

Is it FAIR to all concerned?.... Will it build GOODWILL and better FRIENDSHIPS?....

Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

If you can answer this 4-WAY TEST the Padre Island Rotary is looking for you! The OBJECT of ROTARY is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: 1. The development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; 2. High ethical standards in business and profession; the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupation; and the dignifying of each Rotarians occupation as an opportunity to serve society; 3. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotarians personal, business, and community life; 4. The advancement of

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Island Strategic Action Committee. Is a 14-member committee which meets at 5:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Comfort Suites on Windward Drive. The committee’s purpose is to advise the Corpus Christi City Council on matters pertaining to The Island. All meetings are open to the public and the public is invited to address the committee during the public comment period.

Padre Island Business Association. The association is a not-for-profit organization whose primary purpose is to advertise and promote Padre/Mustang Islands, Flour Bluff and Corpus Christi while advancing the interests of the business community. It is managed by a 9-member board of directors.

A membership luncheon is held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at Holiday Inn-Padre Island starting at noon. Mixers are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. The association annually has two fundraising events – Taste of the Island in the fall and a Wine Tasting in the spring.

P.I.E. Padre Island Enrichment Club is a ladies only social club open to all owners/ residents of North Padre. We hope to enrich our members through social activities and community involvement and we have A LOT of FUN in the process. We have monthly luncheons (2nd Friday) along with groups of bunco, bridge, spades, craft club and book clubs. We also have social events throughout the year including a monthly “Happy Hour” where the guys join in. We enjoy raising money for scholarships for local graduating seniors as well as other worthy causes in our community. We would love for you to join us and see how PIE can be part of your life.

For more info please contact our membership chair Jaki Boyd @ 533-0854 Island United Political Action Committee: Maximize representation of Corpus Christi residents on Padre and Mustang Islands in area government by promoting and supporting, by the endorsement process, proactive and unified voting in non-partisan races and other issues and referendums put to public vote.

Meetings are open to the public. IUPAC meets the second Wednesday of the month at Island Time Sushi Bar and Seafood Grill. Board President - Brent Rourk, Phone 361-2447603 e-mail: brentrourk@yahoo.com.

Parrot Heads of Port Aransas – is a not-forprofit organization whose purpose is to assist in community and environmental concerns and provide a variety of social activities for people who wish to volunteer. Founded in 2009 the club motto is “Partying With a Purpose.” To join go to portaransasparrotheads.com or call LuAnn Ferguson, 361 749-5141 or 817 2917034.

POA - Padre Isles Owners Association.

The Association’s primary responsibility is to maintain the Common Areas, assess and collect the annual fees and provide information and assistance to property owners. .. Membership in PIPOA is automatic for anyone acquiring record legal title to any property within Padre Isles. Their office is located at 14015 Fortuna Bay Drive on The Island. (361) 949-7025, padreisles@pipoa.net.

ARK – Animal Rehabilitation Keep.

Located in Port Aransas the ARK is affiliate with the University of Texas at Austin Marine Science Center. They handle the rehabilitation of most species of wildlife in the area with an emphasis on marine animals. They care for about 1300 animals each year, including about 300 sea turtles and more than 100 species of birds. If you find an animal in peril they can help Tony Amos is the Director. 750 Channel View Dr. Port Aransas. 361 749-6793, 361 442-7638. afamos@mail.utexas.edu.

Island’s PIPPs Chapter of Corpus Christi Red Hat Society. In 2004 a group of Island ladies got together under a Palapa and founded the Padre Island Palapa Pals (PIPPs). Our only rule is that there are no rules! We are all about fun and friendship. We meet once a month for lunch and various fun outings from cupcake making to CPR. Padre Island Social Club is a group of fun loving people that enjoy experiencing the area. We get together for social and cultural events like Sunday Funday at the beach, diner or a night on the town. If you are interested in meeting new people, politics, fashion, all types of musical genres, pop culture, books, theatre, art, movies, museums, wine, beer, food, traveling and more then this is the place for you. This is the go-to Social Club for the Island and general Corpus Christi Shenanigans. You can contact them on their Facebook page.

Ethel Eyerly Community Center The Ethel Eyerly Community Center in Flour Bluff is open with a full activities schedule which is shown below. All are welcome.

654 Graham Road Call (361) 826-2330 For More Information Nutritious Meals Served For Persons Age 60 and Over 11:30 A.M. ($1.50 Suggested meal donation) Monday

Silver Haired Fitness 10-11 AM ($8/month-Ladies Only) Computer Interest Group 12:30-2 PM Wii Bowling 12:30 PM Tuesday Zumba Gold (Co-Ed) 10:30-11:30 AM ($20/month or $4/session) Table Tennis & Table Games - 12 PM Wednesday

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international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service. This is what Rotary is and stands for.

The Padre Island Rotary is involved in many aspects of our community. Some examples of this are in our upcoming programs and fundraisers. Contact Linda Walsh, Secretary at lawalshva@yahoo.com or 361-445-7999 to join

Silver Haired Fitness 10-11 AM ($8/month-Ladies Only)

Chair Volleyball 12:30 PM-??? (about 3:30 PM) AARP Chapter 4181 Meeting @ 1 PM (2nd & 4th Wednesdays) Painting Class 1:30-4:30 PM $5 per class 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Thursday Zumba Gold (Co-Ed) 10:30-11:30 AM ($20/month, or $4/session) Wii Bowling & Chair Volleyball 12:30-4:45 PM Quilting 2nd Thursday of the Month

Friday Silver Haired Fitness 10-11 AM ($8/month – Ladies Only) Table Tennis – 11 AM Bingo -12:30 PM ($.50 Cards) Site Council Monthly Dinner/ Dance Third Friday of the Month 4:307:30 PM Tickets sold by Site Council members or phone reservation: 361-826-2330

Moon Classifieds

February 4, 2016

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Island Moon

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Call Arlene direct at 834-1382 (no texts please) to place your ad or email at:

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Costs start at $10 for 25 words, 20 cents a word after that. Your ad can be centered for a small additional charge.

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GULF SHORES CONDOMINIUMS is now hiring for maintenance Full time 8am to 5pm, varied schedule $12 per hour Apply in person at: 6021 State Hw. 361 Port Aransas, TX 78373 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED As docents at Port Aransas Museum Contact: www.docentspapha@yahoo.com

Church Meetings Church Services

LUTHERAN TABLE TALK Thursday Afternoons On the island JB's German Bakery, 15137 SPID Sponsored by GCCM, SWT, ELCA.

Contact Rev. Tom Dietzel at lifetogethermin@aol.com, or 210-363-3538 or 361-445-1029

ISLAND PET SITTING Pet Sitting Service on the Island References upon request

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Call 949-4604 or 425-5627 House Cleaning Laura Lee’s Cleaning Services Weekly, biweekly, move in/move outs Pet & House Sitting – Bonded On the Island since 2000

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Islandscape Maintenance

* Lawn Maintenance * Power Washing * Palm Trimming * Fall Cutback * Lot Mowing * Decks * Installation FREE ESTIMATES

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ISLAND CREATIONS LANDSCAPING Creative Grass & Rock Yards Lot and Yard Maintenance Tree Trimming Call 361-960-0327 Island Landscaping Decks & Docks Specializing In :  Landscape & Design  Decks, Docks, Shade Structures  Boat Lifts  Concrete Drives & Patios  First Time Cleanups Members of Builders Assoc. & PIBA

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Housekeepinng, Rental Management Vacation Rentals Move In/Move Out Elderly Care

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ISLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SUNDAY SERVICES In Church Sanctuary 10 AM 14030 Fortuna Bay Drive & Gypsy 361-949-8770

Public Meetings

Pet Adoptions

PeeWee’s Pet Adoption World Sanctuary

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Power Washing

Harley Motorcycles

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Additions – New Construction – Remodeling From small jobs to extreme makeovers

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Boat Slips For Lease

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Home Maintenance/Repair

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Boats For Sale

JOY CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE WORK  Foundations & Driveways  Sidewalks & Repairs  Skid Loader Work

2012 HURRICANE SUNDECK SPORT 20’ Yellow & White Stereo, GPS, ski bar, baitwell, removable fishing chairs, carpet, plus trailer. 3 years left on engine warranty. Evinrude 150HP, Only 55 hours. $28,000 Call Jerry 361-876-1708 On the Island

Call Eli for free estimates 512-734-2964

ISLAND NATIVE MASTER CARPENTER 30 years+ experience Doors – Windows – Decks – Cabinets Sheetrock – Tape and Float 361-815-7900 ISLAND CREATIONS CONCRETE

Lots For Sale FINGERTIP LOT

Facing Best Direction 95 ft. water frontage – 9,000 sq.ft. $6000 free blueprints Appraised $250K – Sell $170K plus $38,000 for retaining wall

Professionally installed concrete driveways, sidewalks and patios Decorative Stamping & Staining First class work at low rates Storm Shutters, Cabinets, Framework, Sheetrock, Stucco, and much more!

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Complete Home Repair Small projects or large projects Call Victor 361-633-5878 Re-Parrot We’ll fix it right – For a song!

Home maintenance repair & light remodeling Free Estimates Located on “The Island” G. Michael Wall 361-779-6621

Painting

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Houses, Driveways, Fences, Decks & Sidewalks Call us now to schedule an estimate

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Blake Morin 361-960-4569 padrepaintingplus@gmail.com Residential - Commercial Interior - Exterior Deck, Dock & Fence Treatments Garage Floors & Power Washing

PeeWee’s Mobile Adoption Clinics at Petco and Petsmart on Saturdays and Sundays desperately need volunteers

Please call PeeWee’s at 888-4141

Al-Anon & AA Meetings

Is alcohol causing a problem in your family?

Try Al-Anon Al-Anon meets at 7:00 pm Sundays at Padre Island Baptist Church Friends and families of problem drinkers find understanding and support at Al-Anon meetings An Al-Anon group meets each Thursday at 7:00 PM at Island in the Son United Methodist Church 10650 Highway 361 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETINGS The Sunset 7 AA Meetings are held on Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7 PM at : The Presbyterian Church On the Island 14030 Fortuna Bay Dr. In addition AA Meetings are held at 8 AM at The Pavillion on the Boardwalk Near Padre Bali

Ave. E @Trojan St. In Port Aransas

Call 361-960-0327 NEED A CARPENTER?

361-563-4096

Volunteer to help socialize a homeless animal so it has a better chance of finding a forever home. Adopt a special friend or sponsor one if adopting is not possible. Call PeeWee’s Pet Adoption 888-4141 or go to PeeWee’s at 1307 Saratoga www.peeweespets.com

Open 9-noon on Saturdays Best prices in So. Texas!

Call 361-332-9978

Professional Lawncare For Commercial & Residential Initial Clean-Up – Trimming/Pruning Rock Installation Weekly/ Monthly Property Maintenance Palm Tree Trimming Free Quotes Greg Phelps 361-461-9021 Island Owned & Island Resident

Josette’s Ship Shape Cleaning Service

Lord of Life Lutheran Church 1317 Flour Bluff Drive Corpus Christi, TX 78418 We welcome you to our church family for worship and fellowship Services 8:00 and 10:45 AM Sundays Advent services Wednesday at 7 PM Pastor Nathan Misch www.lordoflifecorpuschristi.org

Gently Used Items

Trinity-By-The-Sea Episcopal Church 2nd Time Around (thrift) Shop

PAAC has kittens of all colors, ages, and gender available for adoption. These youngsters are from Corpus Christi Animal Care Services. Adoption fee is $15 and they are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and have age appropriate vaccinations. Kittens are in foster homes or at Petco in Calallen. If you are interested in adopting or fostering, please contact PAAC at 361-248-2009

361-446-2847

Real Estate

Homes For Sale ISLAND WATERFRONT HOME 15965 Cuttysark

Waterfront home, garden sized lot on wide canal Spacious screened in porch, heated saltwater pool, boat lift, dock and upper deck. Pergola with large bar and natural gas grill. Extensive composite deck with free standing hot tub.

3 bedrooms, 2 bath with water views from the great room and master bedroom. Numerous built ins.

Extremely low maintenance.

Priced to sell. Appointments only.

For Sale by Owner 361 443-0397 Enjoy all the outdoor amenities of waterfront living BEACH HAVEN TOWNHOME Great for Investors And/or Pet Parents! $196,000 3/2 1/2/1 +2nd parking space assigned Tiled throughout, Plantation Shutters throughout, Private Patio w/dog door, Community Pool. 1-Block from Beach.

Short-term rentals allowed.

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Condo Sales/Rentals Padre Island Condo Rentals

Weekly – Monthly Fully Furnished Next Door To Schlitterbahn 5 Minutes From Beach 361-949-3209 fairwayvillascorpus.com Nice, first floor, furnished Surfside 2/1 condos right across from the beach #116 and #122 for $128,500 each. Tropical courtyard with pool.

Call Barbara Thrasher, Coldwell Banker Island, REALTORS, 817-271-6880, HomesPortAransas.com.

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Keep Port Aransas Beautiful and Parks & Recreation

Saturday Feb. 6 Port A Citywide Garage Sale **408 N Alister-M, **149 Brundre�@OleanderM, 114 Oleander-B, **716 W Ave C-M, 124 W Oakes-B, 318 E. Oakes-B, 417 E Oakes-B, 537 E Oakes-B, 323 Mercer-B, 118 W Brundre� Ave-B, 241 W Co�er, Lot #20-B, Marina Beach RV-mul�ple-B, 739 W Ave A @ Cut-Off Rd-M, 114 Oleander-B, 221 W Ave A Seahawk Storage #17-B, Seahawk Storage-A, 205 W Ave E-M, **1110 Channel Vista-B, 317 6th St-M, 529 Lighthouse Channel-B, 531 Aransas Channel-B, 539 Rockport Channel-M, 700 6th St @ Cut-Off Rd-M, 402 S Gulf St-B, 727 S. Gulf-B, 216 W. Roberts-M, 505 E. Ave. B-B, 105 S 11th at Palm Dr-B, **433 Trojan@Ave E-M, 505 S 12th St-M, 660 Sandollar Circle-B, 229 Glendale Ave B, 1104 Sea Secret St-B, 316 Dolphin Lane-M, 312 Dunesway-A, 611 Ave I-B, 503 S. Sta�on-B, 508 S. Sta�on in backM, 728 La Juana Ct, 508 Sea Oats-M, 1111 Whispering Sands-M, 1425 Whispering Sands-B, 1824 Palisades-M, 1825 Palisades-M, 1027 S. 11th St.B, 1413 Sea Secret-B, 410 Sea Isle Drive-B, 609 Island Retreat Road-B, 865 Oceanside-B, 688 Morgan Circle-B, 702 Park Place-B, 1726 Hwy 361 Ste. G-B, 1812 Hwy 361-B, 373 Marina Drive, 373 Bahia Mar-B, 467 Bahia Mar-B, 476 Bahia Mar-B, Gulf Waters RV 5601 Hwy 361

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Three Chords and the Truth

February 4, 2016

Island Moon

By Ronnie Narmour ronnienarmour@gmail.com

Let the good times roll…

Since I’ve dedicated a good portion of my last two columns to informing you of the Mardi Gras parades and upcoming parties about to transpire in the next five days, I hope you got the memo because this will just be a brief summary… Barefoot Mardi Gras parade on the beach at N. Padre this Saturday at 11am followed by a wild party at the Veranda (Schlitterbahn) at 7:00 p.m. with the mighty, mighty Earfood Orchestra directing your revelry… mudbugs and hurricanes aplenty.

Then on Tuesday, make that Fat Tuesday, the 20th Annual Mardi Gras parade will depart from the Gaff at 5:00 p.m. and wind around the streets of Port A spewing beads and Moon Pies. After the parade, Russell Edge will perform at the Gaff, John Boyd will play at Treasure Island and the big seven piece funky funky FunkaSaurus Tex (San Antonio, TX) will be laying down a funky funky groove at Giggity’s. I’m dying to tell you what Rockin’ Dale Rankin has up his Moon Monkey sleeve but he won’t let me. Just look for our army helmets. OK, everybody got that… its Mardi Gras time and you’ve been warned. Oh, and BTW, don’t forget to work Super Bowl Sunday in there somehow.

Ty Dietz and Tony Saracene played Shorty’s last Friday

DO NOT MISS LIST This weekend…

Billy Snipes lost a bet. hard earned dollars. First of all, the place is gorgeous. Tommy and Linda did an excellent job of renovating the place. They completely gutted everything and rebuilt… and did it with style and attention to detail. The bathrooms are something out of Better Homes and Gardens.

The place is comfortable and warm and still has that “new car” smell. Plus, they built another bar and a stage out in the beer garden and its set up perfectly for live music. So far they only have a couple of shows going, but from my observations, finding bands to play around here is not a problem. And when I say “they”, I really mean it. This couple, Tommy and Linda, did the lion’s share of the work themselves. Their pride was never more evident than when they gave me the grand tour. And ‘they” should be proud.

The place is really nice. They should do well.

Behringer’s Landing…

Tommy and Linda Saad are the owners of the new Treasure Island Bar in Port A Treasure Island…

I have some big news (at least in my little arena) for Port A live music lovers and friends of the bar. We have a couple of new places in town. You may have noticed the new ads in the Live Music Tonight box. One just opened up and the other is doing their best to get there.

Enter Treasure Island and Behringer’s Landing.

Treasure Island is the new spot on Alister where the Tarpon Ice House was, next to the Art Center.

We’ve watched this place being torn down and slowly remodeled for the last two years. If I had a nickel for every time someone asked me what was going on over there, I’d have at least $1.85 by now. But, I waited patiently for their doors to swing open, and they finally did last weekend, with little or no fanfare. It caught everyone by surprise. The owners, Tommy and Linda Saad, are a couple of Austin expats who decided to pull up roots from big city mania and invest in our little island. I asked them what they had planned to keep us entertained and separate us from our

And right down the street, just past the Whataburger, where many bars and restaurants have been in the past 30+ years (Neptunes, Ballyhoo, Le Bugaloo, Marcel’s, Meri’s Malibu, Ed’s Beachcomber), Steve and Brenda Behringer are in the throws of opening their first nightclub and restaurant, Behringer’s Landing.

When I asked Steve what brought him to Port A, he told me it was the sea air and that he’d been coming here for 30 years. The couple hails from Decatur in north Texas and are friends with a number of the bands and musicians they plan to book in their new venue. He mentioned Larry Joe Taylor, The Tejas Brothers, Sam Riggs, Derryl Dodd and Mark McKinney. They’ve built a stage in the courtyard where a swimming pool once loomed and plan to do “two or three big shows a month plus some local bands”.

Over on the restaurant side, Steve tells me that we also have a new BBQ joint about to open as they will be smoking meat, They’ll also be serving seafood, steaks and pasta dishes. The business will be non-smoking inside. The plan is to get the place open by the first of March, if all goes according to plan. When I was in there, there were workmen everywhere and it just felt like something big was in the making. I’ll let you know when it does.

Buddy Trevino with Matt Martinez and JM Muniz at Shorty’s last weekend

GIGGITY’S RESTAURANT & BAR

LIVE MUSIC EVERY NIGHT Bad Buoys this Friday

IN PORT A

Buy Two Entrees & Get a Free Appetizer of your Choice

James Little this Saturday BIG MARDI GRAS PARTY THIS TUESDAY

WITH FUNKASAURAUS TEX Open 11am-2am Daily. Kitchen open til 1am.

722 Tarpon, Port Aransas, TX

Trinity by the Sea The Episcopal Church Welcomes You!

With this Coupon

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Not good with any other offer Catering for any Occasion Closed Monday 222 Beach St. Port A (361) 749-0022

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Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines will play the 3rd Coast Theater this Saturday.

Steve Santos and the Duke E. Brown band On the prowl…

I got out and about a bit last weekend. Buddy Trevino and his pals braved a chilly night on the porch at Shorty’s last Friday. Along with his regulars, J.M. Muniz (upright bass) and Cody Strong (drums), Buddy brought the Rev. Matt Martinez along on electric guitar. Matt hosts a weekly jam at the House of Rock in Corpus every week and is involved in the CC Songwriter’s group. Over at Giggity’s, Duke E. Brown was in town with their no nonsense R&B. Those boys are the real deal and Steve Santos is a monster. On Saturday, Ty Dietz and Tony Saracene kept us warm at Shorty’s with some textbook stomp and slide and Billy Snipes showed up to play the Drop Anchor dressed in a Denver Bronco’s cheerleading outfit that could only be described as sleazy. Apparently he lost a bet.

OK, you know about all the Mardi Gras stuff.

On Friday, singer-songwriter extraordinaire, Carol Elliott will perform to her ever growing crowd at the Drop Anchor from 5-7 and the Bad Buoys will play the cooler side of classic rock at Giggity’s. Guitarist and singer Ron Baker has been on injured reserve with eye surgery, but I understand he’s back in action this weekend. On Saturday, the GRAMMY award winning Texas singer-songwriter Terri Hendrix, will play the Third Coast Theater in Port A. As always, she will be accompanied by the masterful Lloyd Maines on any number of stringed instruments. Terri is an artist that I’ve followed for 20 years and Lloyd even longer (he’s from my hometown Lubbock). She has just released her 15th recording, Love You Strong, on her self pioneered Willory Records label. It has been a treat to watch this lady blossom since the old days in San Antonio when she would come play my open mic. I actually have the distinction of giving Terri her first paying gig opening for Marcia Ball for a whopping $50. Terri Hendrix is not only an amazing artist, but an amazing person… full of love and creativity. And Lloyd Maines is one of the most baddist pickers to ever come out of Lubbock County. He’s also a horse thief and a train robber and I think he hung the moon. Respect. ♫ ♪ And, that’s the truth ♫ ♪

Miss Neesie and the Earfood Orchestra will play the Veranda this Saturday

Live Music Tonight Thursday, February 4 Free Beer Band @ Giggity’s Flatbroke (acoustic) @ House of Rock Rich Lockhart @ Scuttlebutt’s Rudolpho Llanes @ Cassidy’s Irish Pub Justin Fira Duo @ Rockit’s Whisky Bar Josh Ward, JR Castillo @ Brewster Street Billy Snipes @ Wild Horse Friday, February 5 Bad Buoys @ Giggity’s Emily Dale @ The Gaff Ty Dietz & Tony Saracene @ Shorty’s Billy Snipes @ Treasure Island Carol Elliott (5-7) @ Drop Anchor Spazmatics @ Brewster Street Chris Saenz @ Scuttlebutt’s Shadowmoon @ Katz 21 Electrotypes @ Cassidy’s Irish Pub Clarissa Serna @ Rockit’s Whisky Bar Nightowls (tribute to Al Green), Arcade Hustlers @ House of Rock Saturday, February 6 Barefoot Mardi Gras Parade @ N. Padre Beach Ear Food @ Schlitterbahn Russell Edge @ The Gaff Billy Snipes @ Drop Anchor James Little @ Giggity’s Janel @ Scuttlebutt’s Selfie @ Shorty’s Cuveralls @ Katz 21 Terri Hendrix & Lloyd Maines @ Third Coast Theater Lamb of God, Anthrax @ Concrete Street Zane Williams, Reverend’s Daughter @ Brewster Street Hudsnon Falcons, Avenue Rockers, Spanish Reds @ House of Rock Splendiferous @ Rockit’s Whiskey Bar Olde Dogs @ Cassidy’s Irish Pub Unrehearsed and Unashamed @ Wild Horse Saloon

Happy Mardi Gras Opening Feb. 26 132 W. Cotter St. Port A On the Waterfront

Ty Dietz Selfie

Feb. 5 Feb. 6 & 20

Stevie Start

Feb. 7

Billy Snipes

Feb. 8

Ruben Limas

Feb. 19

Jerry Diaz

Feb. 26

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Super Bowl Sunday, February 7 Antone & the All Stars (after the game) @ Giggity’s Mike Williams & Jack Trowbridge (11 AM) @ Giggity’s CC Songwriters hosted by Ty Dietz @ House of Rock Billy Snipes @ Wild Horse Monday, February 8 Open Jam w/ Selfie @ Giggity’s Buckshot @ Scuttlebutt’s Fat Tuesday, February 9 20th Annual Mardi Gras Parade @ Streets of Port A FunkaSaurus Tex @ Giggity’s John Boyd @ Treasure Island Russell Edge @ The Gaff Blake Sparx @ Scuttlebutt’s Open Mic w/ Matt Martinez @ House of Rock Wednesday, February 10 Ruben Limas @ Giggity’s Port A Rockers @ Bernie’s Scarecrow People, Arcade Hustlers @ House of Rock Michael Burtts @ Scuttlebutt’s Thursday, February 11 Free Beer Band @ Giggity’s Rich Lockhart @ Scuttlebutt’s Justin Fira @ Cassidy’s Irish Pub Something Silky @ Rockit’s Whisky Bar Casey Donahew, Shane Smith @ Brewster Street Friday, February 12 Matt Hole & the Hot Rod Gang @ Giggity’s Billy Snipes @ The Gaff Stevie Start @ Shorty’s Chris Saenz @ Scuttlebutt’s Led Zeppelin II @ Brewster Street Carol Elliott (5-7) @ Drop Anchor Ballyhoo, Resinated, Heritage @ House of Rock Hyde After Nine @ Katz 21 Ram Danesse @ Cassidy’s Irish Pub APEX @ Rockit’s Whisky Bar