Eguide November 2015 edition

November 1, 2015 • Issue 11, Volume 3

Rotolo’s Pizzeria:

Bringing Good Food & Good Times

It’s A Rose City Christmas: Concerts, Festivals, A Parade & Santa

Rockett Queen:

“Goodbye California,” Hello New Album

Artist Chance Dunlap: A Lure for Art and Finer Things

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November 1, 2015 • Issue 11, Volume 3

Contents

Jacob Johnson

5 Food

Jan. 23, 2016

(Sponsored by Darren & Niki Groce)

Pierce Pettis

The Sherpas

(Sponsored by anonymous donors)

Dana Cooper

Dec. 5, 2015

(Tom Prasada-Rao, Tom Kimmel, Michael Lille) (Sponsored by Frank Woodington & Nanci Evans)

Emily Elbert Dec. 26, 2015

» “Rotolo’s Pizzeria: Bringing Good Food and Good Times to South Tyler” written and photographed by Barbara King

6-11 Things to Do

Feb. 20, 2016

March 12, 2016

(sponsored by Ken Carpenter Jewelry)

Cherie Call

April 2016

» “Therapet: Health, Hope, Healing” written and photographed by Barbara King » Rose City Christmas: There’s Concerts, Ballets, Festivals, A Parade & Santa This November & December » “Merry & Bright” Mistletoe & Magic: Shopping at Its Best » Sip In The City, The Merlot Edition: Drink Wine, Support a Good Cause » Charcoal Alley: The First Food Truck Park in East Texas » Holiday Festivals, Fall Fun Runs, 5K’s, and More » Studio Movie Grill: Date Night, Girls Night and Special Screenings Plus More » Events and Things to Do Around Tyler

14-18 Music

Independent Film Schedule

The Wrecking Crew - Nov 7, 2015

8241 FM 279 - Edom, TX - 903.852-ART1 (2781) www.theoldfirehouse.net

» Rockett Queen: “Goodbye California,” Hello New Album » ETX Music Awards: The Best’s Are Announced » ‘With Our Arms To The Sun:’ Playing at Clicks Live » Tyler Rocks! John 5 Embarks On A Solo Tour With His Solo Band, The Creatures, and is Set To Invade Tyler » Marc Broussard: “A Life Worth Living” Comes to Liberty Hall in downtown Tyler » “The Time Jumpers: Vince Gill, Kenny Sears, & Ranger Doug Green,” Pat Green, Matthew West & Francesca Battistelli, “A Cowboy Christmas with Michael Martin Murphey,” “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis,” The Texas Tenors, Asleep at the Wheel, The Irish Tenors and more in concert » The Complete Music Gig Guide for Live Music

19-20 Art

» “Inside the Artist’s Studio: Chance Dunlap”

by Derrick White » “Ansel Adams: The Man Behind the Shutter”

by Gini Rainey » UT Tyler Meadows Gallery to Present Exhibition Featuring German Artist Hans Molzberger » Events and Happenings at Local Galleries, Museums and Other Spaces

21 Theatre

» Cherokee Civic Theatre Presents “Shrek The Musical” » November offers Musicals, Plays, Concerts and More

22 Books

» “Nothing Like a Good Book - Or Three” by Gini Rainey

23 Family

Girls Night Out - Date Night Private Parties - Corporate Events

» “Fall Family Fun Abounds” by Kelly Griffith-Fields » “‘Just Between Friends Consignment Sale:’ A Focus On Holiday And Winter Themed Clothing” by Kelly Griffith-Fields » A Family Holiday December at Liberty Hall » Children’s Fun at Cowan Center: “ZooZoo” & “The Cat in the Hat”

Staff Publisher Tena Jerger Sales Manager Louie Jerger Copy Editor

Gini Rainey Editorial

John Baggett, Dustin Chase, Kelly Griffith-Fields, Reid Kerr, Barbara King, Gini Rainey

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Food Rotolo’s Pizzeria:

Bringing Good Food and Good Times to South Tyler Written and Photographed by Barbara King You will want to make this eatery your new favorite, as you discover all the new shops at The Villages at Cumberland Park in Tyler.

Nestled in the corner next to Bed Bath and Beyond, Rotolo’s Pizzeria beckons guests with an outdoor patio, and is perfect for a leisurely break from shopping, a quick bite, or a full-on Italian dinner.

“The restaurant has been open almost a year,” said Assistant Manager Joshua Roper, “and was the first franchise in Texas, out of a grand total of 29 sites across Louisiana, Alabama and Texas.”

In 1996, Mitch Rotolo opened the first restaurant in Baton Rouge, just a ‘pizza-throw’ away from Louisiana State University. The casual Italian restaurant has grown into a huge franchise, serving up fresh ingredients and superb service.

“We like to think of ourselves as a family-friendly sports bar, where the game is always on, and the atmosphere is friendly and laid back,” explained Roper.

The afternoon that I visited, all 10 large screen TVs were on, patrons lined the bar, and you could also see families enjoying the gorgeous weather on the outside patio. Bob Gray from Tyler was sharing a pizza with his son Clayton and said, “We spied the restaurant one afternoon coming down South Broadway and thought it looked kind of neat, so we gave it a try. We love it!”

Assistant manager Roper says the restaurant prides itself, “on delivering fresh ingredients and local produce. Our dough is made fresh every day and we strive to bring healthy choices to the menu.”

For starters, you can feast on either bruschetta, an eggplant stacker, roasted pepper hummus, or their trademark flatbreads (an original, thin crust with mozzarella and marinara for dipping). Two flatbreads on the appetizer menu are The Chalmette, which comes with thin crust, hot sauce, garlic butter, feta, cheddar, mozzarella, and parmesan; or the Krewe with thin crust, pepperoni, bacon, feta, cheddar, mozzarella and parmesan. The Garlic Parmesan bites will melt in your mouth and are a warm “lump” of freshlybaked dough basted with garlic butter and parmesan cheese, and served with marinara for dipping.

Buffalo Wings are a favorite, especially on game day. They are available in garlic parmesan, Joe Horn’s BBQ, medium, spicy, spicy BBQ, sweet heat, and teriyaki flavors.

Dig into some pasta made perfecto: chicken or eggplant parmesan, shrimp scampi, classic lasagna or spaghetti and meatballs. The Parma Rosa is a favorite, with sautéed shrimp and Italian sausage with penne tossed in a creamy tomato sauce.

The salads are scrumptious, featuring Caesar, Italian, Greek, muffuletta, spinach, or walnut cranberry. Rotolo’s features 17 vegetarian items on their menu, including tomato basil soup, a garden Alfredo wrap, and roasted red hummus.

If wraps and sandwiches are your thing, you’ve come to the right

place. Take your pick of buffalo chicken, chicken Florentine, Italian club, meatball, or Philly cheese steak.

Pizzas are their specialty and can be savored on either white or wheat crust, or upgraded to a gluten-free crust. Traditional and nontraditional options are available, featuring uniquely named fare such as The Angry Pig, (spicy BBQ sauce, Italian sausage, bacon, jalapeños, and cheddar cheese) to The Krewe (pepperoni, bacon, cheddar, feta, and parmesan cheese).

Other stand outs on the menu for pizzas are the “Sgt. Pepper,” with banana peppers, green peppers, roasted red peppers, and Italian sausage. The Italian Club Pizza is a favorite, with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, salami, and bacon (try this with added kalamata olives).

The “5lb 18” Pizza” is perfect for a group or your next football party. This pizza feeds up to six people for only $27.99. The pizza comes with bacon, Canadian bacon, cheddar cheese, green peppers, ground beef, Italian sausage, kalamata olives, mushrooms, pepperoni, and red onions.

You can also create your own pizza or calzone with a plethora of toppings like bacon, cheddar cheese, fresh spinach, Italian sausage, pineapple, Italian meatballs, Philly cheese steak, or shrimp...the possibilities are endless.

Try Rotolo’s own Tyler Rose Earl Campbell’s signature dishes, prepared with his delicious smoked sausage. You might even land a visit and autograph, as Earl comes in frequently.

Kids are king with a super selection all their own: one topping pizza, butter noodles, chicken tenders and chips, macaroni and cheese, or spaghetti and meatballs. Kids can get specialty Italian sodas like the Red Rotolo Razzle, Blue Arctic Blast, Green Apple-rific, and Pink Pom Pom.

While the kids are enjoying their drinks, the adults can savor a beverage from the amazing bar, which features 31 craft beers on tap, with selections from our own local True Vine and Old Omen breweries.

Rotolo’s is always about serving up a side of fun, so head there Wednesday nights from 7-9pm for live team trivia. You could walk away a winner, with 1st place garnering a $75 gift card. Visit their website and become an ultimate fan, and you will receive $5 off any food purchase and free pizza on your birthday.

If you like specials, look no further. Monday is Family Night, and with the purchase of one regular meal valued at $8.99, you get a free kids meal. Texas Tuesday means $2 off all Texas craft beer, wine, and liquors. Calzone Wednesday means $5.99 for any calzone, and you can even create your own with three regular toppings. Thursday is flight night, with discounts on beer flights. Happy Hour is on MondayFriday from 3-6pm, featuring half-price drinks and half-price starters such as their unique flatbreads.

Hand-Scooped Gelato is a great addition to Rotolo’s. This truly-authentic Italian treat is prepared with all natural ingredients and a burst of fresh flavor. Get it by the scoop and you won’t be disappointed.

Call ahead for catering and they can take care of your office lunch, sporting event, or family celebration.

See for yourself why folks are loving Rotolo’s Pizzeria. Rotolo’s is located at the Village at Cumberland Park, 8970 S. Broadway in Tyler.

For more info call (903)561-8805. Find them at www.rotolos.com and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/rotolos.tyler.

Hours are Sunday-Tuesday 11am-9pm, Wednesday-Saturday 11am-10pm.

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Therapet troupe have a purpose that is truly a mission from the heart. Therapet is an Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), solely volunteer organization, which uses animals in visitation and therapeutic programs to promote health, hope, and healing. All the animals in the program are family pets that have been specifically trained by their owners to benefit the program.

Currently, the Therapet program consists of 90 dogs, a few cats, and even a cockatoo, who bring their loving, non-judgemental natures to assist in therapies in many different settings. What began as a small group of six or seven founding volunteers, has Written and now grown to over 100 volunteers, bringing their Photographed by dedication and passion to make a difference. Started Barbara King in 1994, the nonprofit is fully funded by the generA hospital visit can be ous donations of individuals and corporations who a frightening, often pain- realize the benefits the animals provide in terms of filled journey for a patient. helping to achieve the best patient outcomes, including better physical, social, emotional, and cognitive Then the quiet is interperformances. rupted by the sounds of Carianne Sites, Executive Director of Therapet, padded feet up the hallway and the animal parade says, “It is such a win/win for the animals, the clients, has begun. doctors, nurses, and therapists who love to work The dogs, cats and with the animals and who actually see a marked bird that make up the improvement in their patients when they can touch,

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walk and spend time with the animals.”

Lots of folks wonder how their animal can become a Therapet and as Sites explains, “We hold our pets up to the highest standards, and they must have the temperaments and personalities to be in situations that require a lot of patience and interaction.”

The animals must pass obedience testing, an application and veterinary screening, Therapet skills training sessions, temperament testing, and complete a successful probationary period. Approximately

40% of the Therapet animals are rescues. The dogs must be at least one year old, and volunteers should be at least 16 years of age.

The benefits of the Therapet program are almost too much to name, including motivation and sense of well-being, reduced anxiety, loneliness and stress, improved endurance, range of motion and strength, faster recovery from serious physical or emotional trauma, improved communication and social skills, and improvement in fine motor skills, mobility, and balance.

The Therapet volunteers and their pets get to choose visitation programs and times that suit their work and life schedules, including visits to Trinity Mother Frances Rehabilitation Hospital, Tyler ISD, East Texas Medical Center, East Texas Crisis Center, Texas Department of Corrections, Skyview Unit, Boshears Center for Exceptional Programs, Rusk State Hospital, and the Children’s Advocacy Center.

Wendy Gerard and her two dogs, Murray (weighing in at 110 pounds, a very large Labradoodle) and Yager, (a smaller beagle) are in the program, and Wendy is treasurer and Board Member for the organization. “It is really a joy and honor to be involved in this program and see the difference it can make in people’s lives,” she explained. “It is a ministry to me, and the both dogs love knowing they are ‘going to work.’ We were at the Boshears School not very long ago and a young boy was having seizures and also experiencing extreme head pain. I had Murray lay down on the floor with the boy, covered them both up with a blanket, and the boy began patting Murray’s fur, cuddled up, and immediately calmed down. There they were, with paws and feet sticking out from under the blanket, just being warm and calm and safe together.”

Holly Welmaker has been actively involved with Therapet since 1999 and had the first Dalmation, Daisy, to ever be in the program. Now she works and travels with her dachshund Riley, and normally puts in 6-8 volunteer hours a month at different locations.

“It is an absolute joy to be part of Therapet, and I can’t imagine my life without it,” said Welmaker.

“When Riley sees the leash and sees me put on my blue Therapet shirt, we both get so excited to be able to help in any small way to make a life more bearable, happy, and productive.”

“It is a one of a kind experience and an incredible way to give back to the community,” she said.

“When we go to the Skyview unit, the prisoners smile from ear to ear because it gives them contact and normalcy, and maybe even some hope for that brief period of time.”

Yet another unique program that Therapet is involved with is R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs), which helps improve elementary level reading skills. The students are more motivated and less self-conscious reading to the dogs. “Sometimes students who are introverted will make a connection with a particular animal and really open up,” explained Welmaker. “We will notice after the session is over, that a student will be whispering a secret directly into a dog’s ear.”

The visits to local hospitals are especially rewarding, as volunteers tell stories of comatose patients that open their eyes and have tears on their face as they feel the warmth of an animal. “We have patients who ask to see a specific breed, or maybe a smaller or bigger dog, as it evokes wonderful memories of pets they had when they were younger,” said Welmaker.

Executive Director Sites says that one thing most people are not aware of is that you do not need to have a pet to be part of the program. “We have lots of volunteer opportunities available, from helping with our fundraisers, to being part of the team that goes to the hospitals, to working at Mistletoe & Magic in our booth.”

Murray, the biggest Labradoodle ever, said goodbye to me with his sweet, big wet eyes, as he curls up to get some shut-eye before he has to go back to work with Therapet.

For more information about Therapet, please visit www.therapet.org, or call (903)535-2125 or on Facebook at “Therapet.”

a fearless optimist, sets off on an epic journey to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.

Tickets are $7, and $50 for VIP which admits 4.

Cowan Center on the University of Texas at Tyler Campus

East Texas Symphony Orchestra Events ETSO Concert: City Lights Saturday, November 14th, 7:30pm

Come out for this unique experience! The East Texas Symphony Orchestra presents Charlie Chaplin’s classic film, “City Lights,” as you’ve never seen it before, with the ETSO performing Chaplin’s own score live as the film plays. It will be a truly unique concert The Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on the Uni- experience! versity of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the box office, Tickets range from $10-$56. by calling (903)566-7424, or log on at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

This will be held at the Cowan Center, located at 3900 University on the University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available The Time Jumpers Featuring Vince Gill, Blvd. at the box office, by calling (903)566-7424, or log on at www.uttyler.

Kenny Sears, & ‘Ranger Doug’ Green edu/cowan or ETSO.org.

Friday, November 6th, 7:30pm

There’s Concerts, Ballets, Festivals, A Parade & Santa This November & December There is a ton do around Tyler this holiday season.

Here is a list of the Rose City Christmas events.

Liberty Hall Liberty Hall is located in downtown Tyler at 103 E. Erwin St., (903)595-7274, LibertyTyler.com.

Marc Broussard in Concert Saturday, November 7th, 8pm

Marc Broussard is a singer-songwriter. His style is best described as “Bayou Soul” with a mix of funk, blues, rock, and R&B, matched with distinct Southern roots. He has released five studio albums, one live album, three EP’s, and has charted twice on Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks.

Tickets are $30 for floor seats, $25 for the balcony and available at the door and at www.LibertyTyler.com.

Holiday Classic Films at Liberty Hall Every Thursday in November and December at 7pm, Liberty Hall will show Holiday Classic movies. Tickets are $7 for most movies and available both at the door and online.

“Holiday Spirit Movies”

• November 5th - “Home for the Holidays” • November 12th - “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” • November 19th - “Holiday Inn” • November 27th (the Friday after Thanksgiving) - “Love Actually”

“Christmas Classics”

• December 3rd - “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” • December 10th - “White Christmas” with Bing Crosby • December 17th - “It’s A Wonderful Life” starring James Stewart

Gaelic Storm in Concert Saturday, December 5th, 8pm

In partnership with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra Association, Liberty Hall presents Gaelic Storm in concert. The band straddles the line between traditional and innovative music and infuses traditional Celtic music with modern influences. The musicians have topped the Billboard World Chart four times and appeared in the blockbuster film “Titanic.”

Tickets are $30 and $175 for VIP, which admits 4.

“Frozen” Sing-Along Saturday, December 12th, 10am

Come and sing along with this awesome Disney movie! Anna,

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Tap any member of “The Time Jumpers” on the shoulder and the face that turns to greet you will be that of one who’s made major contributions to country music. To list the artists these pickers have recorded and toured with would be tantamount to posting all the Billboard country charts for the past 30 years. And the stages these luminaries have graced extend from the Grand Ole Opry to Carnegie Hall. That there are three fiddles in the band is a tipoff that these guys have an overwhelming affection for western swing. The current edition of “The Time Jumpers” includes 10 members, each a master of his instrument. Alphabetically—which is the only diplomatic way to present such a phalanx of evenly matched talent—they are Dennis Crouch (upright bass), Larry Franklin (fiddle), Paul Franklin (steel guitar), Vince Gill (vocals, electric and acoustic guitars), “Ranger Doug” Green (vocals, acoustic rhythm guitar), Andy Reiss (electric guitar), Kenny Sears (vocals, fiddle), Joe Spivey (fiddle, vocals) Jeff Taylor (accordion, piano) and Billy Thomas (drums, vocals). Don’t miss seeing this star studded concert!

Tickets range from $52-$67.

William H. McRaven, Chancellor, The University of Texas System, Distinguished Lecture Series Tuesday, November 10th, 7:30pm

William H. McRaven, a retired four-star admiral with the U.S. Navy, serves as Chancellor of The University of Texas System, one of the largest and most respected systems of higher education in the nation. Prior to becoming chancellor, McRaven was commander of the Navy’s Special Operations Command and was responsible for conducting counter-terrorism operations worldwide. He is a recognized authority on U. S. foreign policy and has garnered international respect for his strategic leadership, discipline, intellect, and diplomacy.

Tickets range from $17-$37.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis Wednesday, December 9th, 7:30pm

This is the Ultimate Holiday Tradition! “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas” by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for the past 30 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting. Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller. Their holiday CDs have become synonymous with the Christmas season and continue to occupy top spots on Billboard’s Seasonal Charts every year!

Tickets range from $37-$67 and go on sale November 9th.

ETSO Jazz Spectacular Saturday, November 21st, 7:30pm

The East Texas Symphony Orchestra Association presents the third annual Jazz Spectacular. Special guest for the evening is awardwinning saxophonist Eric Marienthal. He will perform with the Tyler Junior College Jazz Ensemble in an evening of great jazz music.

Tickets range from $10-$20.

This will be held at Liberty Hall, downtown Tyler, 103 E. Erwin, Tyler. For tickets go to (903)526-3876, or go to ETSO.org.

Tours

“Holiday in the Pines” Tour of Homes Saturday, December 5th, 10am-5pm

The 46th annual home tour features homes beautifully decorated in a variety of styles - sure to inspire everyone for the upcoming holiday season.

Tickets are $12 in advance by calling (903)316-8050 or at tylertx.aauw.net; or $15 day of tour. This is presented by the American Association of University Women. The website will show the tour home locations.

A Victorian Christmas at the Goodman Thursday, December 10th, 4-8pm

Tour this beautiful 156 year old historic landmark decorated for the holidays. Our Christmas Belles will be here to greet you as well as our joyful re-enactors. Listen to traditional carols sung a cappella on the front porch as you enter the home plus enjoy complimentary treats, wassail, and punch. You can also take a delightful carriage ride down Broadway Ave. and downtown. The Carriage Rides are presented by Farm Valley Carriages.

This event is sponsored by the Tyler Parks and Recreation Dept. and is part of the Downtown Tyler Museum Holiday Open House celebration.

Admission is free. Carriage rides are $20 for 4-6 people.

The Goodman-LeGrand Museum is located at 624 N. Broadway Ave., downtown Tyler. For more info call (903)531-1286, goodmanmuseum.com.

A Very McClendon Christmas Thursday, December 10th, 4-8pm

Welcome to a beautiful Christmas Past! Costumed docents and happy carolers guide you through the Victorian home and share warm moments of holidays gone by. It’s history with a heart! The whole family will be in for a treat.

Light refreshments and Christmas cheer will make the event a memorable one. Come on out, and join the fun!

Free admission.

The McClendon House is located at 806 W. Houston St., in Tyler.

For more info or tickets, call (903)592-3533 or (903)539-6837. You can also log on at McClendonHouse.net for info.

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A lovely, Full Service Venue for all Your Lamping Needs This charming shop not only has the largest and most diverse selection of shades and finials to be found, and the most friendly and efficient repair and restoration department as well. We also can create a custom lamp from a family heirloom or object d' art.

Artisans can design a custom shade or a base from wood, lucite or marble.

Lamps are displayed on fine 18th and 19th century furniture available for purchases. Find the perfect lamp to enhance your residence, office, lake or mountain house.

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Roseland Plantation Christmas Tea & Tour Thursday, December 17th, 2pm

This four-course afternoon tea and historic plantation tour is lots of fun for the family.

Tickets for the tea and tour are $25 per person plus tax and gratuity. Tickets for tours only are $8 per person. Reservation are required for both.

Roseland Plantation is located at 2591 State Hwy 64 W., (6 miles west of Tyler Pounds Regional Airport) For more info or tickets call (903)8490205 or log on at roselandplantation.com.

Events

“Rockwalk:” The Granite Sculpture of Candyce Garrett Through April 30th, 2016

This self-guided “art walk” features 13 monumental granite sculptures by acclaimed artist Candyce Garrett, spread throughout the Tyler Museum of Art and Tyler Junior College campus. Admission is free.

The TMA is located at 1300 S. Mahon Ave., across from Wagstaff Gym on the Tyler Junior College campus. For information, call (903)595-1001 or visit www.tylermuseum.org.

Ansel Adams Early Works Through January 3rd, 2016

Christmas Wonderland with over 2 ½ million lights lighting your path. Take a ride on Santa’s Trailer or remain in the warmth of your own vehicle as you drive through SantaLand’s 24-acres of unforgettable adventure, designed especially for the entire family.

Before you leave, be sure to shop SantaLand’s 4000 sq. ft. gift shop.

Admission fee is $25 per car, and $35 for 15 passenger commercial van plus $5 per person for over 15 passengers. There is an additional fee for trailer rides.

SantaLand is located at 11455 I-20 West at exit 557, Lindale. For more info call (903)882-1518 or go to SantaLandTexas.com.

This stunning exhibition features more than 30 works of legendary photographer Ansel Adams, best known for his iconic landscapes of Yosemite National Park and other natural wonders.

Admission is $5 for adult, $3 for Seniors, and free for students and children.

The TMA is located at 1300 S. Mahon Ave., across from Wagstaff Gym on the Tyler Junior College campus. For information, call (903)595-1001 Mistletoe & Magic or visit www.tylermuseum.org. Regular museum Market hours are 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, and 1-5pm November 5th-7th (Open Sunday. The TMA is closed on Mondays and most Thursday-Friday 12 major holidays. noon-9pm, and Saturday

SantaLand Drive-Thru Light Show & Park Open 7 days week

Experience the sights and sounds of this

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Holiday

This is a three-day shopping extravaganza!

Mistletoe & Magic Holiday Market is a collection of more than 90 specialty boutiques and merchants

from all over the country showcasing antiques, artwork, gourmet foods, jewelry, seasonal decorations, housewares, adult and children’s clothing, and much more. The weekend-long event is also host to brunches, style shows, musical entertainment, and children’s events.

Tickets are available at the door and online at juniorleagueoftyler.org for $8 per person, per day.

Children 6 and under free.

This is held at Harvey Convention Center, 2000 W. Front St., Tyler, (903)593-1080.

“Silver Lining” Juried Fine Art Exhibit November 7th-January 5th, 2016

See regional artists’ interpretation of the “Silver Lining” theme during this juried exhibit. View original art in a variety of media at Gallery Main St., located at 110 W. Erwin in downtown Tyler. Gallery hours are Monday-Wednesday 10am-5pm, Thursday-Friday 10am-6pm, and Saturday 12 noon4pm, closed Sunday.

For more info call (903)593-6905 or go to DowntownTylerArts.com.

Santa Claus Photo Experience November 7th-December 24th, times vary

Come sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what you want for Christmas this holiday season at Broadway Square Mall in Tyler. There are photo packages available for purchase.

Broadway Square Mall is located at 4601 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler, (903)561-7055, ShopBroadwaySquare.com.

Bergfeld Holiday Open House Thursday, November 12th, 5:30-8pm

Bergfeld Center will be open late to celebrate the season with special sales throughout the shopping center.

Bergfeld Center is located on S. Broadway Ave. at 8th St. in Tyler. For more info, call (903)571-3285.

Pizza Party with Santa Friday, November 13th, 6-8pm

Enjoy pizza and a movie with Santa at Broadway Square Mall. Admission fee is free for Kidgit members or it is $5 to join the club.

Broadway Square Mall is located at 4601 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler, (903)561-7055, ShopBroadwaySquare.com.

Third Annual Fall Ball Thursday, November 19th, 7-10pm

If you are 50 or older, come out and enjoy live music and dance the night away. Concessions will be available as well as a silent auction, benefitting the Tyler Senior Center. Admission is $10 in advance or $12 at the door.

This is held at Harvey Convention Center, 2000 W. Front St., Tyler, (903)593-1080. For more info go to tylerparksandrec.com.

Roseland Plantation Jewelry Tea Saturday, November 21st, 2pm

This afternoon tea and tour will highlight jewelry designs by world-renowned jewelry designer Andy Smith of Kickapoo Creek Jewelry. Come to this event and do your Christmas shopping or treat yourself! One of her pieces will be given as a door prize. Reservation are required as seating is limited. Tickets are $25 per person plus tax and gratuity.

Roseland Plantation is located at 2591 State Hwy 64 W., (6 miles west of Tyler Pounds Regional Airport) For more info or tickets call (903)849-0205 or log on at roselandplantation.com.

Special Christmas Shows Playing in the CESSE Dome Theater November 27th-December 31st, times vary

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On screen will be the wonderful film, “Mystery of the Christmas Star,” which deals with one of the most beautiful and mysterious stories ever told the journey of the Wise Men who visited Christ at his birth. The show takes a sincere and serious look at potential explanations for the Star of Bethlehem.

You will be left with a new appreciation for the night sky and the beauty of the starry host above.

Another show will be shown as well, “Let It Snow,” featuring a new variety of festive classics from Frank Sinatra and Chuck Berry to Burl Ives and Brenda Lee, and includes a stunning

multi-media finale by Trans Siberian Orchestra. The soundtrack is visually enhanced with Thematic Animation, laser imagery, special effects, and all-dome scenery to create a full immersive holiday experience.

Admission prices are $7 for adults, $5 for students, seniors and military. Center for Earth & Space Science Education (CESSE) is located at 1411 E. Lake St. on the TJC Main Campus in Tyler. For tickets or more info call (903)510-2312. Tickets are $5 and available at www.tjc.edu/cesse.

Winter Wonderland of Trees November 28th-December 31st, 10am-6pm

Tour Prestige Estates’ “Winter Wonderland of Christmas Trees” exhibit this holiday season and see the beautiful and unique Theme Trees, such as “Peacock Tree,” Nutcracker Tree,” and many more.

Feel free to pause a moment under our breath-taking beautiful traditional 12-foot tree to leave an unwrapped toy for the Tyler Firefighter’s Toy Drive, or bring your kids and camera for a family photo.

There will be free candy canes for the kids. Admission is free.

Prestige Estates Assisted Living and Memory Care is located at 6928 Paluxy Dr., Tyler, (903)561-6102, PrestigeEstates.net.

Tyler Rotary Christmas Parade Thursday, December 3rd, 6-7:30pm

This annual parade features marching bands from local schools, parade floats decorated for the season, representing community groups and local non-profit organizations and tons more. This is a celebration of the season in Historic Downtown Tyler. The annual Christmas Parade will begin at 6pm at the corner of Bow St. at N. Broadway Ave., then proceeds south on Broadway and around the downtown square.

Admission is free. For more info, visit southtylerrotary.org.

30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Thursday, December 3rd, Immediately following the Christmas Parade

Come help celebrate the season at the lighting the City of Tyler’s Christmas Tree as the magic finger of this year’s Miracle Child, selected by the Trinity Mother Frances, lights up the tree. There will also be musical performances and other activities.

Admission is free. This will be held at T.B. Butler Fountain Plaza.

For more info (903)531-1214 or go to tylerparksandrec.com.

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“The Nutcracker” December 4th-6th (Friday at 7pm, Saturday 2pm & 7pm, Sunday 2pm)

Join the TJC Academy of Dance and Dance Department as they present the 27th annual “Nutcracker!” This ballet performance has something for the entire family, featuring beautiful sets and costumes that will dazzle you, amazing dancers from around East Texas, and gorgeous music composed by Peter Tchaikovsky.

Ticket prices range from $10-$40. TJC Wise Auditorium is located on the Tyler Jr. College campus, 12237 S. Baxter Ave., Tyler.

For more info or tickets go to tjc.edu/nutcracker.

Miracle on 34th Street December 4th-6th and December 10th-13th, Evening shows are at 7:30pm, and Sunday matinee is at 2:30pm

“This is a tale that we want to believe in, that creates a world we seem to desperately desire, free of the blatant commercialism that surrounds us. Their love and decency, and generosity of spirit are their own rewards. What we want Christmas to be all about, really,” writes the Santa Cruz Sentinel about this most heartwarming holiday story.

Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students.

Tyler Civic Theatre is located at 400 Rose Park Dr., Tyler, (903)592-0561, tylercivictheatre.com.

Old Fashioned Christmas Caroling Friday, December 4th, 6pm

Meet at the Holt House for hot drinks and cookies! Come out for this carolling fun and ride in an open air car, bike or stroll the brick streets singing favorite holiday songs. Admission is free. Meet at the Holt House, located in the Brick Street Village at 709 S. Bois D’ Arc., Tyler. For more info call (903)330-4663.

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Thursday, December 10th, 10am-6pm

Tour our community and enjoy musical performances throughout the day. We will feature delicious treats and beautiful decorations.

You be the judge of the residents’ six different decorated Christmas trees.

Admission is free.

The Hamptons at Greenridge is located at 4200 Old Omen Rd., (903)566-0460, tylerretirement.com.

Downtown Tyler Museums Holiday Open House Thursday, December 10th 4-8pm

Enjoy seasonal music, Christmas décor, and loads of activities for the entire family as the Downtown Tyler museums host a Holiday Open House. Visit locations such as the Goodman-LeGrand Museum and Home, The Cotton Belt Depot, and more, free of charge. There will be music, food, Historic re-enactors and more.

This is a free event. For more info call (903)593-6905.

Tenth Annual Holiday in the Park and Bazaar Friday, December 11th (4-8pm) and Saturday, December 12th (10am-7pm)

Holiday in the Park is fun for the entire family! Experience the Snow Hill and Snow Play area for kids of all ages. Enjoy live entertainment and shop the 50 plus vendor booths at the Bazaar on Saturday.

This will be held at Bergfeld Park, 1510 S. College, Tyler, (903)531- 1214, tylerparkandrec.com.

Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 12th, 9-10am

Enjoy breakfast with Santa at Broadway Square Mall. Admission is free for Kidgit members but if you want to join the club, it is $5 to join.

Saturday, December 5th, 10am-5pm Broadway Square Mall is located at Join us for holiday cheer and activities while shopping for unique gifts and services in the festive and quaint Brick Street Village of Tyler. 4601 S. Broadway Ave., Tyler, (903)561-7055, Costumed shopkeepers will offer sales, give-a-ways and refreshments. ShopBroadwaySquare.com.

There will be horse-drawn carriage rides, Kiddy Christmas train, cookie walk, treasure hunt with prize, street musicians and artisans, “Star of Wonder” December 13th (9am & 10:30am ) and December 14th (7pm) and photos with Santa. Food and lattes will be available.

This annual Christmas program with Choir and Orchestra is the Free admission; there is a small fee for rides.

Brick Street Village is located at W. Charnwood St., W. Phillips St., highlight of the season at Green Acres Baptist Church, Tyler.

Admission is free. Green Acres Baptist Church is located at 1607 and Rusk St. between S. Broadway, S. College St., and S. Bois D’Arc Troup Hwy., Tyler, (903)525-1100, gabc.org.

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“Merry & Bright” Mistletoe & Magic:

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Wednesday, November 4th, 7-11pm

It’s the sporting event of the season for the serious shopper! Come and study our exquisite list of merchants to prepare your shopping game plan.

Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served and Dustin Becker will perform.

Mistletoe & Magic is open Thursday, November 5th, 12 noon-9pm, Friday, November 6th, 12 noon9pm, and Saturday, November 7th, 9am-5pm.

Tickets are available at the door for $8 per day. Children 6 and under are free. You can order tickets online at www.juniorleagueoftyler.org or call (903)595- 5426.

For more information, please contact Mistletoe & Magic at (903)593-1080.

All proceeds from Mistletoe & Magic will be returned to the community through Junior League projects.

Thursday, November 5th

Come and enjoy a merry, little experience with the whole family as you marvel this season’s festive fashions for children and adults with style shows Mistletoe & Magic is a 3 day shopping extrava- by Haute Totz and The Loft Boutique. ganza held November 5th-7th at Harvey Conven- There’s No Place Like Home tion Center in Tyler. This holiday market is a colFor The Holidays Brunch lection of more than 90 specialty boutiques and Friday, November 6th, 9:30am-12 noon merchants from all over the country, showcasing Tyler’s Own, Kim Lewis, is coming home for antiques, artwork, gourmet foods, jewelry, seasonal decorations, housewares, adult and children’s the holidays. Come listen to her inspiring story clothing, and much more. Besides all the shopping, about how she’s applied her skills that she gained as the lead designer behind ABC’s “Extreme Makeover events that are taking place are: Home Edition” to traverse the world using design to change lives and build therapeutic art centers Deck the Halls Brunch for children in Ghana, West Africa, and Cambodia.

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Make plans to jingle and mingle, while rocking to the tunes of Austin’s own The Grooves at this year’s preview event. Delight in the amazing packages of the season’s best silent and live auctions, as well as scrumptious fare crafted by Traditions as you preview this year’s myriad of merchants.

Deck the Halls Brunch Thursday, November 5th, 9:30am-12 noon

Tis’ the season to be jolly, and tis’ the season to revamp your boughs of holly. Learn the latest trends, tips, and tricks for holiday entertaining and decorating from expert Event Specialist, MaryFrances Hurt, of DFW Events. You can also savor a lovely brunch prepared by Corner Bakery, and enjoy private market shopping.

Events

November 13th - December 13th - Angel Tree Adoptions - The Salvation Army Adoptions will take place at Broadway Square Mall starting on November 13th. Angels will be available for adoption. All gifts must be in by December 13th in order to make it for the distribution for gifts. Your gifts will allow a Smith County family to unwrap joy this Christmas morning. Broadway Square Mall is located at 4601 S. Broadway Ave, Tyler. For more info go to www.salvationarmytexas.org/tyler or call (903)592-4361.

Friday, November 6th - 2015 Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Feast will be held at FRESH, 6991 Old Jacksonville Highway, Tyler, 6-7pm. Our sixthannual feast will be bigger and better than ever!

We’ll have the usual jelly beans, popcorn, pretzels, toast, juice, and gelato. We’ll give away door prizes and show the classic TV special. And afterward, be sure to mosey over to FRESH Patio and 801 Grill for some live music and fabulous food. The event is free, open to the public and benefits the East Texas Food Bank. The requested donation item this year is peanut butter. Sponsors include FRESH, Sweet Gourmet, Popcorn Junction, Jason’s Deli, Texas Swag Bags, and New York Life. For more info go to www.facebook.com/events/1502982410017224.

Friday, November 6th - Cirque Italia (The Water Circus) - Get ready for an experience that will take you far, far away to the wonders of Italy and the magic of an immersion into its culture. And into water! Our circus features a 35,000 gallons water stage! Isn’t that crazy? We’re like no other circus in the United States, you can be sure - and we take pride in our uniqueness. For tickets or more info go to www.cirqueitalia.com or call (903)704-8572.

This will be held at Broadway Square Mall, located at 4601 S. Broadway Ave, Tyler.

Friday, November 13th - TASCA “It’s a Fairy Tale” Fundraiser Ballroom Dance will be presented by TASCA and Heart to Heart Hospice and will be held 6:30-11pm. This will be the dance of the year with music by The Tuxedo Cats and special solo performances by CJ Carroway Global Professional Dance Instructor & Guests, plus vendor booths such as Karizmah Dance Shoes & Boots from Dallas. Tickets are $50 which goes to help support TASCA. Tables of eight are $350 with reservations.

Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be furnished. Pictures can be taken with backdrop. “Dress like you were going to the Cinderella Ball ready to Dance!”

TASCA is located at 10495 CR 2167 and Troup Hwy., Whitehouse. To RSVP please call (903)8713217 or e-mail info@TASCA.org or for questions

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you can call (903)871-3217.

Saturdays, November 14th, December 12th, January 9th, February 13th - Catfish Row will be open in Jacksonville, 8am-1pm. Come to this junk market featuring antiques, eclectic finds, primitives, silver, treasurers, junk-tiques, seasonal produce, jewelry, and more. There will also be a dominoes contest to add to the fun. For more info call (903)747-7199.

Saturday, November 14th - Dinner, Dancing & Clays Date Night - Grab your honey and join us for a romantic dinner for two, plus shooting clays, and dancing 4:30-11pm. Tickets are $150 per couple at the door and $135 per couple for early registration. This will be held at 6S Ranch, located at 8159 CR 313W., Lindale. For more info call (903)352-7929 or go to www.6-s-ranch.com.

Saturday, November 14th - East Texas Genealogical Society Meeting - “Personal Digital Security & Privacy” with speaker Tony Hanson will be the November meeting topic, 2-3:30pm. We are all becoming increasingly dependent on computers, tablets, smart phones, and wireless technologies. You may be familiar with the terms viruses, malware, worms, phishing, but how about Botnets, Rootkits, RATs, PUPs, and the numerous other threats out there? In this session, Tony will help us understand the existing threats and discuss how you can protect yourself and your information from identity theft, malicious damage, and other threats.

ETGS meetings are free and open to the public.

This will be held at Taylor Auditorium at the Tyler Public Library, 201 S. College Ave., downtown Tyler. For more info call (903)539-5572 or go to www.etgs.org.

Thursday, November 19th - Wheatfield will be in concert at the Big Green Barn at We Hope Ranch, 6:30-9:30pm. Guests are invited to bring their own comfortable seating along with something for the shared table/potluck supper. Music is 7:309:30pm. Tickets are $20 and available via the WeHopeEvents.com website.

Friday-Sunday, November 20th-22nd - Texas Rose Autumn Breed Show - All breeds are welcome to join this show, which will offer open classes to all. This is a USEF A rated Competition, working equitation (Friday), Welsh and Cob Society of America Gold rated show. It is recognized by the IFSHA and sanctioned by the IALHA. Go to www. texasrosehorsepark.com for further information, golf cart rentals, and prize list. This is held at Texas Rose Horse Park, 14078 St. Hwy 110 N., Tyler, TX 75704. For more info call (903)882-8696.

Sip In The City, The Merlot Edition: Drink Wine, Support a Good Cause

On November 14th, from 7-9pm, attendees to this wonderful party can enjoy some of the best, and possibly not so good, wine brought by other participants, as they judge the wine’s quality and excellence.

This fun event will also feature hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment.

Everyone who attends is asked to bring a bottle of the featured kind of wine of the month (Merlot) and all the attendees will taste these wines brought by the other participants. Near the close of the event, participants will vote on their favorite and least favorite bottle of wine, and the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners will be announced (who will go home with bottles of wine), as well as the loser, who will be given back their bottle of wine.

Two of the bottles will be brown-bagged and numbered for an additional blind wine tasting and one will be set aside to the winner’s prize lot.

Catering will be by Stanley’s Famous Pit Bar-B-Q, Tyler.

Thaddeus Ford will provide entertainment featuring energetic New Orleans Jazz, alternative, and hip hop music.

You can also vote for your favorite charity the night of the event. All proceeds will benefit the winner.

The voting will be between Azleway, East Texas Food Bank, Mercy Ships, or Pets Fur People.

You can buy tickets online at www.sipinmycity.com or at Dixie Paper Company, located at 3010 Highway 31 East (Loop 323 East and Highway 31 toward Kilgore) in Tyler. Tickets are $30 to attend if purchased in advance, and $35 at the door. Tables are available for groups, which seat six people.

This will be held at 3010 E. Front St., Tyler. Dress to impress, business and cocktail attire suggested.

You must be 21 to attend. There will be complimentary valet parking available.

For questions contact paige@adadue.com or go to www.facebook.com/sipinthecity.

Charcoal Alley:

The First Food Truck Park in East Texas Open Monday-Saturday, Charcoal Alley is the first food truck park in East Texas!

Charcoal Alley is a collection of food trucks that change and rotate schedules constantly, giving you variety to eat just about any food you want! Some trucks that are usually around include Curbside Taco, Crawfish Cafe, Eat A Bite, and Sweet Comfort.

They are open Monday-Saturday, with varying hours, weather permitting. There is covered seating, public restrooms, an outdoor hand washing station, and entertainment from time to time.

Charcoal Alley is located at 217 South Main St., Jacksonville. For more info call (903)721-2766 or go to www.facebook.com/charcoalalleyfoodtrucks.

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Ongoing

Every Thursday (4-7pm) through November 21stThe Fair Market Farmers & Artists Market - A truly local farmers and artists market is held every week on the square in downtown Tyler. This is the best in local produce, artisans foods, handcrafted art, and local music. For more info call (214)649-2688.

Last Saturday of each Month - True Vine Brewing Company in Tyler is hosting “Open Taps Night”Visit their beer factory 5-8pm where they feature their current ales, as well as their limited and experimental ales, plus local music, and food. Bring your lawn chair and join the community in this fun event and “support local.” “Open Taps” is exclusively an outdoor event. Paid adult admission gets you in the door and two beer tickets for True Vine’s current offerings. The first 200 adult guests will receive a True Vine beer glass. This is a family friendly, pet friendly, outdoor event. Tickets are $10 in advance and available for purchase until 24 hours in advance of the event. At the door, tickets are $15. Children 11 and under get in free with the purchase of an adult ticket. Entry for non-drinker adults, and kiddos 12 years and over, is $4 in advance or $5 at the door. For more info go to truevinebrewing.com.

November 7th - Bullard Red, White & Blue Festival - Starting at 10am, this annual festival is a whole bunch of fun for everyone. This is an awesome event in downtown Bullard with lots of vendors and things to do. For more info go to www.facebook.com/ events/1613193545587540.

November 14th - Henderson’s Heritage Syrup Festival - This festival has 5 acres of festivities including a car show, bluegrass music, hayride shuttle, food vendors, old time tractors, fold artists and old time syrup making. This annual festival is fun for the entire family and is the biggest event for Henderson each year. Come taste the many syrups and syrup creations. For more info go to www.facebook.com/events/809423995790778.

November 20th, and December 18th - Rock and Roll Fridays at the Dome hosts “Rock and Roll Friday at the Dome,” with two unique shows. On the third Friday of every month, TJC’s science center will present “SpacePark360” at 7pm, and “Rock on Demand” at 8pm. Musical selections and graphic images will vary month to month. “SpacePark360” takes audiences on a wild, immersive ride through

the solar system, recreating the experience of amusement park thrill rides - roller coasters, pendulums, inverters, and more. Seen from the rider’s perspective, “SpacePark360” combines full-dome technology with thrill rides to create a heart-pounding experience.

“Rock on Demand” fills the entire 40-foot domed theater with vibrant graphics, completely enveloping visitors in a 360-degree view while the 16,000watt, digital surround sound system plays rock hits, ranging from the Beatles and Rolling Stones, to The Doors and Aerosmith. Center for Earth & Space Science Education is located at 1411 E. Lake St. on the TJC Main Campus in Tyler. For tickets or more info call (903)510-2312. Tickets are $5 and available at www.tjc.edu/cesse.

Studio Movie Grill:

Date Night, Girls Night and Special Screenings Studio Movie Grill (SMG) in Tyler is presenting several special screenings.

The “Date Night” series is held the first Wednesday of the month. Tickets are $3. Enjoy SMG’s 2 for $25 combo menu and pair it with a bottle of Betty’s Blend. These start at 7:30pm.

Scheduled are: • November 4th - “Jerry Maguire” • December 2nd - “Love Actually” “Girls Night Out” is held the second Wednesday monthly. Tickets are $3 for all shows. These start at 7:30pm.

• November 11th - “You’ve Got Mail” • December 9th - “Best Man Holiday” “Retro Rewind: Family Series” will be shown the third Wednesday of the month. Enjoy this time to remember the past with these classic favorites. You’re never too old to feel like a kid again.

Wednesday screenings are at 7pm and Sundays are at 2pm.

• November 18th and 22nd - “Hook” • December 16th and 20th - “Home Alone” “Special Needs Screenings” will be shown with the lights up and the sound lowered. Family friendly movies are free for children with special needs and their siblings with adult tickets available for the before-noon prices. These start at 11am.

• November 14th - “The Peanuts Movie” • December 5th - “The Good Dinosaur” SMG is located at 8954 S. Broadway Ave. in Tyler. Tickets are available at the door and at www. studiomoviegrill.com.

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Music

ETX Music Awards:

Rockett Queen:

The Best’s Are Announced!

“Goodbye California,” Hello New Album

By Reid Kerr East Texas’ Rockett Queen has appeared everywhere from bars and clubs to MTV and Warped Tour. With their 2011 album, “Goodnight California,” re-released with three new tracks and a new album in the works, we caught up with singer/guitarist/songwriter Walter Lee. Reid: How are things going with Rockett Queen right now?

Walter Lee: Things are going great! We’re super excited about signing with Fade to Silence Records. We just finished the first video for our single, “I Hate You,” and are solidifying touring plans for the first quarter of next year.

music, then it’s hard for people to connect to a song. There’s tons of catchy melodies out there, but to truly connect is always a goal for me.

Reid: What do you personally feel is the best song you’ve ever written?

Walter: I don’t know if I can put my finger on the “best,” but I can tell you a song on the record coming out in 2016 called, “Let You Go” is my favorite so far. But I’m also partial to the track “Since You’ve Been Gone” off of the “Goodnight California” record. It deals with suffering a loss that you can’t fix or get back.

Reid: What went into the decision to sign with Fade To Silence Records, and Reid: When you write a song, does it have to be about a personal experience or can it be something else? what does that mean to you guys as a band?

Walter: That’s an easy one, to work with a guy like Paul Bibeau would be a dream come true for anybody. We could have signed with anyone, but we knew that Paul not only has a huge legacy in the music industry, but totally “got” what the band was about. He’s believed in Rockett Queen from day one and has never wavered. That’s a guy you want on your team.

Reid: If you were describing a Rockett Queen show to someone who’d never seen it before, what would you say?

Walter: No, sometimes I write from someone else’s point of view.

Take the song “Hey God” (off of “Goodnight California”). I wrote that about what it’s like to face the true horrors of being trapped in a war.

I’ve personally never been to war, but I watched my brother take it on, and it’s not only a terrifying thing for them, but for their family that they leave behind as well. So after seeing that first hand, I put pen to paper and hoped it would resonate with those who have been through it.

Reid: How’s the new album coming?

Walter: An experience! We try not to just “play” a show, we try and Walter: So far it’s absolutely amazing! Working with an outside proreally get everyone involved in the experience of being at a rock concert ducer has been so exciting for me. We’ve been going back and forth by engaging the audience. We try and connect on some level with as from Nashville and Texas working with Zac Maloy (Halestorm, Shinmany people as possible. down, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood), and he has really helped open Reid: It seems like the business has changed greatly in the last couple of us up to new things. We haven’t set a release date just yet, but it’s lookdecades, to where radio airplay is still important, but live shows are really ing like it’ll be out in early 2016. where a band makes their mark. Do you feel that, when you’re out on the road?

Walter: Oh, absolutely. You have to play as much as you can now days. I was just speaking to a friend who has been out playing since the 90’s about how there is no more “mailbox money,” meaning you can’t just make a record and wait for the checks to start rolling in. You have to be on the road, earning it every night.

Reid: There’s been a lot of road songs written, and stories about life on the road for a band. What’s it like for you guys?

Walter: We love traveling. It’s where you truly get to know the people who love what you do. When you write a song, you are connected to it for one reason or another, but when you go out and meet people on the road that listen to it for a totally different reason, you really realize that what you’re doing is not always about you.

Reid: What other changes have happened in the industry since you guys got together? Is it easier or harder to get your band and music out there than it used to be?

Reid: Survey time. If you could pick one artist/band to see live, any venue, any tour throughout history, who would it be?

Walter: Easy, it’s always going to be Prince. If I could set up a coheadlining tour it would be Prince, Michael Jackson and Aerosmith.

Reid: Was there a moment in your life when you decided this is what you wanted to do for a living? Was it inspired by a band or album, or just a moment when you said, “That’s it. That’s what I want to be?”

Walter: I’ve always loved music from an early age. Seeing Michael Jackson and Prince as a kid, then moving into Guns-n-Roses and Aerosmith always kept me captivated by music. So I guess in some form, I’ve always wanted to be a musician.

Reid: What’s the first album you remember buying with your own money?

Walter: Man, that’s a hard one. I was fortunate enough to have an older brother from whom I could get lots of second hand music. I got a bunch for Christmas as a kid, then inherited a ton from my brother, but I’d have to say the first one I bought with my own money would have to be Metallica’s “Kill ‘Em All.”

Walter: It’s easier to get music out now, but sometimes harder to let What’s next for Rockett Queen? the “good” stuff rise above the bad. The internet has always been a dou- Reid:Walter: We’re about to release the video for “I Hate You” in the next ble edged sword. When used well, it’s your best friend, but when used few weeks, and then solidifying tours for 2016. poorly it could bring down your whole world.

You can find Rockett Queen online at rockettqueen.net.

Reid: The extended version of the “Goodbye California” album is out now.

What’s the most important part of writing a good song?

Walter: Easy, honesty. If you don’t have anything to say with your

-- Reid Kerr is a freelance writer, and the author of the comedy “The Great Texas Trailer Park Escape,” available at Amazon.com.

The 2015 ETX Music awards took place on Thursday, October 15th. This year’s “Best” were announced and EGuide proudly congratulates the winners.

“175 finalists in 35 categories were nominated this year which was a record year for us,” stated Nathan Hunnicutt. “Thank you for supporting the musicians and venues of East Texas. The East Texas Music Awards voting process is 100% fan-driven. We depend on support from the public in order to pull off this event each year. We thank you for helping us,” said Hunnicutt. The following were the winners: Bassist of the Year

Zach Terry

Bluegrass Band of the Year

Drums / Percussionist of the Year

Blues Band of the Year of the Year

Michael “Opie” Harrist

Fiddle of the Year

Sheila Wheat Male Guitarist of the Year

Mason McFarland Female Guitarist of the Year

Ally Venable Keys Player of the Year

John Watts Lifetime Achievement

Don Henley

Producer of the Year

Frank Pryor

Radio DJ of the Year

Buddy Logan

Singer/Songwriter of the Year

Sarah Hobbs Male Vocalist

Darrin Morris Female Vocalist of the Year

Todd Renlee

Every Friday

Paul Ruark

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Playing at Clicks Live ‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ Gears Up For Release Of “A Far Away Wonder” With West Coast Gigs Including The Monster Mash Music Festival With Tool, Primus, Coheed And Cambria PLUS ClicksLive! in Tyler

‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ will celebrate the upcoming release of “A Far Away Wonder” with several shows across the United States on the West Coast, as well as locally at ClicksLive, Friday, November 6th. Also, they have been added to Day 2 of Tempe’s huge Monster Mash three-day Halloween music festival on Halloween night.

The progressive art rock band will make stops in the Pacific Northwest and the Los Angeles area before heading back to their native Arizona to share the stage with Tool in front of more than 30,000 fans at the second day of Tempe’s huge Monster Mash. ‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ will support headliners Tool, Primus and Coheed and Cambria.

Finishing this tour, it will be a special treat for ‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ to perform for fans in Tyler. This rare opportunity is epic!

“We are honored and grateful to share the stage with so many creative and iconic bands,” said ‘With Our Arms’ vocalist/guitarist Josh Breckenridge.

“Tool, Primus and Coheed, and Cambria are visionaries in their genres and make fantastic experimental records that are game changers. We were thrilled to receive the invite, and it will be great to rip it with them.”

‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ recently signed with the upstart label Fade to Silence Records, which was founded by music industry veteran Paul Bibeau. ‘With Our Arms To The Sun’s “A Far Away Wonder” will be released just one day before the show via Fade to Silence Records on CD, Vinyl and Digital formats. Previously independently-released, the international release of “A Far Away Wonder” will introduce the world to progressive art-rock while the band begins work on their next sonic creation.

These first few shows are a just a warm up for 2016, when the band plans to hit the road hard and reach new cities across the county.

“We’ve done lots of DIY tours where we booked ourselves around the western parts of the United States,” vocalist/guitarist Josh Breckenridge said.

“Now that we are working with a booking agent, we have some other great support tours in the works and 2016 is going to be a big year.”

‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ consists of Joseph Leary, Josh Breckenridge, Joseph Breckenridge Jr., and John Mclucas. Catch ‘With Our Arms To The Sun’ live: • Sunday, November 1st - The Grid, Mesa, AZ • Thursday, November 5th - Blue Max, Midland, TX with Barbwire Doll • Friday, November 6th - ClicksLive, Tyler, TX • Saturday, November 7th - Hangar 21, Shreveport, LA

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Clicks Live is located at 1946 E. Southeast Loop 323 in Tyler, (903)593-6499, www.clickslive.com.

For more information contact Paul Bibeau at Fade To Silence Records/Hyper!Active.Services at (903)574-7819 or PaulBibeau@FadeToSilenceRecords.com.

John 5 Embarks On A Solo Tour With His Solo Band, The Creatures, & Is Set To Invade Tyler John 5 and The Creatures, Victims of Sanity, and Bibeau, will perform Friday, November 20th starting at 7pm at ClicksLive, 1946 E. SE Loop 323, Tyler.

John William Lowery a/k/a John 5’s name was bestowed on him in 1998 when he left David Lee Roth, and joined Marilyn Manson, and now Rob Zombie. John 5 tears it up, not only over the metal grooves you would expect from a guy who routinely shaves his eyebrows and paints his face like a psychotic clown, but also in a completely authentic, and completely mind-blowing display of hot country pickin’ as well. Yeah, shredmetal, and shred-country.

John 5 embarks on a solo tour to support his forthcoming album, “Greatest Hits Volume I,” this month and we welcome them to Tyler.

What others are saying about John 5: • “John 5 is hands-down one of the most mindblowing guitarists around.” - Slash • “I was surprised that this guy could sit down and play Glen Campbell and Roy Clark better than they do, and it blew my mind. And then he loves southern rock, the blues, and country. It really blew us away.” - Rickey Medlocke • “Cool Tone. Cool Groove. Cool.” - Yngwie Malmsteen • “If there was ever a musician who was an honorary member of Shred Guitar Society...it is Mr. John 5!” -Paul Gilbert • “John 5 is a shredder.” -Rob Zombie Tickets are available at www.etix.com/ ticket/p/2952494/john-5-tyler-clicks-live-tylertx.

In advance, tickets are $15, under 21 advance tickets are $20; The day of the concert, tickets are $18, and $23 for under 21 years old. Ages 18+ only allowed with valid ID. Clicks Live is located at 1946 E. Southeast Loop 323 in Tyler, (903)593-6499, www.clickslive. com.

concerns and emotions of a man as he experiences the joys and sorrows of existence. With “A Life Worth Living” Broussard gets really close Saturday, November 7th at 8pm, Liberty to the bone and that’s Hall will hosts the talented blues legend, Marc particularly revealBroussard. ing on the title track, In 2004, Marc Broussard released his majora poignant story of label debut entitled “Carencro,” after the Louisithe passing of his ana town where he was born and raised, and its grandmother. thematic centerpiece was a hickory-smoked slab “The lion’s share of the material on this record of Bayou soul called “Home.” That album and the is extremely personal,” Broussard says. “There are three that followed revealed Broussard as an oldschool Southern soul singer blessed with a rarefied decades of stories behind a single line in any of these songs. Whether it’s because I’m older and gift and innate stylistic and emotional authentichave a little more perceptive, or whether it was just ity. Now, a decade after his critical breakthrough, the right time, I find myself with a set of songs that Broussard has come full circle with “A Life Worth Living,” his sixth studio album that celebrates what really mean the world to me. In that way alone, it’s home means to him - from his family, community, vastly different than anything I’ve done before.”

“A Life Worth Living,” marks Broussard’s return relationships - to all the minutiae of everyday life to Vanguard Records, which released 2007’s “SOS: that he has come to treasure.

Save Our Soul,” his scintillating album of covers of From the charged metaphor of the opening Southern soul classics. track “Hurricane Heart,” to the closing existential For updates and additional information visit lament “I’ll Never Know,” “A Life Worth Living” takes the listener into a song cycle that brings those www.marcbroussard.com.

Opening for Marc Broussard is Tyler local, Blue traditional American values to vivid life, a series of Louie. ballads and deep-gut soul-rockers with revealing The concert starts at 8pm. Tickets start at $25. titles like “Edge of Heaven,” “Another Day,” “Weight of the World,” “Perfect to Me,” and “Shine.” These VIP Box Seats are still available.

Tickets are available at www.LibertyTyler.com. songs, some intimate and others churning with Liberty Hall is located in downtown Tyler at 103 E. intensity, like the blues-rockers “Dyin’ Man” and “Man Ain’t Supposed to Cry,” chart the full range of Erwin.

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“The Time Jumpers: Vince Gill, Kenny Sears, & ‘Ranger Doug’ Green” Tap any member of “The Time Jumpers” on the shoulder and the face that turns to greet you will be that of one who’s made major contributions to country music. To list the artists these pickers have recorded and toured with, would be tantamount to posting all the Billboard country charts for the past 30 years. And, the stages these luminaries have graced extend from the Grand Ole Opry to Carnegie Hall. That there are three fiddles in the band is a tipoff that these guys have an overwhelming affection for western swing. The current edition of “The Time Jumpers” includes 10 members, each a master of his instrument.

Alphabetically, which is the only diplomatic way to present such a phalanx of evenly matched talent, are Dennis Crouch (upright bass), Larry Franklin (fiddle), Paul Franklin (steel guitar), Vince Gill (vocals, electric and acoustic guitars), “Ranger Doug” Green (vocals, acoustic rhythm guitar), Andy Reiss (electric guitar), Kenny Sears (vocals, fiddle), Joe Spivey (fiddle, vocals), Jeff Taylor (accordion, piano), and Billy Thomas (drums, vocals). Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling (903)566-7424 or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

November 7th

Pat Green

“Party with Pat” is the Village at Cumberland’s grand opening party featuring Pat Green as their inaugural performer. The big blowout is scheduled for November 7th, starting with festivities taking place during the day at 3pm at different restaurants and retailers.

The big concert starts at 8pm when Pat Green will take the stage.

The show will last for around an hour and a half. Following Pat’s performance will be a big fireworks finale, sure to captivate everyone

in attendance. “Party with Pat” will be a family-friendly event that will feature games, sales, promotions, and fun for all ages. Patrons will not be permitted to bring alcohol on the premises. The Village at Cumberland Park is located on far South Broadway in Tyler. Free.

cians have topped the Billboard World Chart four times, appeared in the film, “Titanic,” and earned a reputaNovember 7th at 8pm tion as a hard-touring, Marc Broussard genre-bending band.

Already Broussard has toured with bands such as Maroon 5, Dave Tickets are $30. Tickets Matthews, Willie Nelson, and Bonnie Raitt, among others. He has can be purchased at honed his writing chops through collaborations with some of the www.LibertyTyler.com. top song craftsmen in the business. He has won ovations at South by Liberty Hall is located Southwest, Bannaroo, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, as in downtown Tyler at well as countless theaters around the country. His newest release is, “A 103 E. Erwin.

Life Worth Living,” but his albums do not do his live shows justice.

He is incredible in person. Get your tickets quickly – this one will go December 5th, 7pm fast. Tickets start at $25. VIP Box Seats are still available. Tickets are The 11th Annual Cowboy Christmas available at www.LibertyTyler.com. Liberty Hall is located in downwith Michael Martin Murphey town Tyler at 103 E. Erwin.

Michael Martin Murphey will return to the stage for his eleventh November 14th at 7:30pm year headlining the Lonestar Cowboy Christmas Festival. The good thing about Murph and his music is that it is ever growing. From his Matthew West #2 most played song in all history “Wildfire,” to his most recently & Francesca Battistelli released (July 2013) “Red River Drifter,” he’s a musician that just Coming to Belcher Center in Longview is Matthew West and Franc- doesn’t quit. Loop Rawlins was a recent finalist on America’s Got esca Battistelli. Matthew West is a multiple-ASCAP Christian Music Talent. At age 16, Loop competed and won five International Wild Songwriter/Artist of the Year winner, a four-time Grammy® nominee West Arts Awards in Las Vegas. He’s a young man that does trick and was awarded his first American Music Award (2013) and a roping, whip cracking, and fancy gun spinning and has thrilled thouBillboard Music Award (2014). West’s discography includes acclaimed sands of audiences. Everyone loved this guy so much last year, that releases: “Happy” (2003), “History” (2005), “Something to Say” we’ve asked him to come back and do it again. For more information, (2008), “The Story of Your Life” (2010), and Grammy-nominated visit www.heartlightministries.org. Tickets start at $20. Get your tickets “Into The Light” (2012). Joining West are Francesca Battistelli and at BelcherCenter.com or by calling the Box Office at (903)233-3080. ® Mr. Talkbox. Grammy nominee and six time Dove Award winner, LeTourneau University Belcher Center is located at 2100 S. Mobberly Battistelli’s hits, “My Paper Heart” (2008), “I’m Letting Go,” “Free To Ave. Longview, TX 75602.

Be Me,” and “Hundred More Years” (2011), have earned her two #1 Wednesday, December 9th at 7:30pm albums on the Christian charts, broke the Top 40 on the Billboard Top 200 pop charts, and reached Top Twenty success. Dove Award “Mannheim Steamroller winner Mr. Talkbox’s single, “Get On Up,” has made it to the #21 spot on Air1 Radio network charts, and his latest single, “Everything Christmas” by Chip Davis This is the Ultimate Holiday Tradition! “Mannheim Steamroller Works Together,” featuring Beckah Shae, jumped to #34 on the Christmas” by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday Christian Billboard charts. Tickets start at $25. Get your tickets at tradition for the past 30 years. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis BelcherCenter.com or by calling the Box Office at (903)233-3080.

LeTourneau University Belcher Center is located at 2100 S. Mobberly has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects Ave. Longview, TX 75602. performed in an intimate setting. Experience the magic as the spirit December 5th at 8pm of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Gaelic Storm Steamroller. Their holiday CDs have become synonymous with the In partnership with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra Association, Christmas season, and continue to occupy top spots on Billboard’s Seasonal Charts every year. Tickets go on sale November 9th. Cowan Liberty Hall will present Gaelic Storm in concert. Gaelic Storm has Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The University of Texas straddled the line between tradition and innovation for nearly two at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling decades. The group infuses traditional Celtic music with modern influences, updating the genre for a new generation of fans. The musi- (903)566-7424, or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

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Former Black Crowe to Land Behind the Pine Curtain

Black Crowes waved the freak flag for rock n’ roll, and they held it high (pun intended). I followed The Black Crowes, and their music followed me like a The Texas Tenors bring back their unique blend of contact high through my college years, and down the Country, Gospel, Classical and Broadway style from long lonely bridge from adolescence to adulthood. their award-winning Branson show to east Texas!

California-born guitarist, Marc Ford joined The Texas Tenors were named the 2011 and 2012 the Crowes in 1992 for their sophomore release, Critic’s Choice Group of the Year and Ensemble “The Southern Harmony and Musical Companof the Year in Branson, MO. They won the 2013 ion.” Nearly a quarter decade later, it is undeniably, a Legacy Group and also the 2013 Best Christmas southern rock classic. Marc played like a man searchshow by Bransonblogers.com. The Texas Tenors are ing for something, seemingly getting closer with also currently ranked the #1 out of #198 Branson every bend and riff. He remained with the group, attractions/shows on TripAdvisor.com. Over 100

By Matt Magill touring heavily through 1997 when, saddled with million people from around the world tuned in to a drug addiction, his live performance suffered and see The Texas Tenors become “the #1 vocal group Fans of Rock n’ Roll will always remember their he was subsequently fired. He and his wife, Kirsten, in the history of “America’s Got Talent.” Winning first real rock concert. I was green with envy as my were soon divorced but their marriage was far from the hearts of millions, The Texas Tenors burst onto uncle told me of seeing Led Zeppelin at Texas Inter- over. the national scene and never looked back. Since national Pop Festival in 1969, and my in-laws still Most aficionados will agree, that though they then, the group has performed more than 600 get giddy when they describe seeing Billy Preston only officially disbanded 4 years ago, The Black concerts around the world. This concert is near sell and Ray Charles in Dallas in 1964. For me, it was Crowes were finished in 1997 when Marc was terout! Get your tickets at BelcherCenter.com or by The Black Crowes, “High as The Moon Tour” in minated. Worlds beyond jam-band noodling, Marc’s calling the Box Office at (903)233-3080. LeTourOklahoma City in 1993. “Remedy,” “Hard to Hanguitar playing has always been pure passion - comneau University Belcher Center is located at 2100 S. dle,” “Jealous Again,” “She Talks to Angels,”...if municating yearning, pain and beauty through gutMobberly Ave. Longview, TX 75602. you’re still reading...you get it. wrenching, melodic passages of soul, rhythm & In 1992 I didn’t understand the grunge dripblues, and rock n’ roll.

Saturday, January 23rd, 8pm ping like sludge down from Seattle and California’s Though a miraculous string of events near the Asleep at the Wheel Sunset Strip; misogynistic sleaze rock felt like a guilty turn of the century, Marc Ford came to the end of Asleep at the Wheel is an American country music pleasure I could learn to live without. Where was the his rope, and was delivered from addiction, and group that was formed in Paw Paw, West Virginia, real rock n’ roll? For me, the matter was settled, The into sobriety. He and Kirsten were remarried, and but is based in Austin. Altogether, they have won nine Grammy Awards since their 1970 inception.

In their career, they have released more than twenty studio albums, and have charted more than twenty singles on the Billboard country charts. Their highest-charting single, “The Letter That Johnny Walker Read,” peaked at No. 10 in 1975. Tickets are available at www.LibertyTyler.com. Liberty Hall is located downtown Tyler, 103 E. Erwin, Tyler.

Friday, January 22nd, 7:30pm

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he began to work again - touring with Booker T and The MG’s, Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals, and producing records for Ryan Bingham, Chris Lizotte, and Ryan Delmore.

These days Ford is a new man.

His 2014 solo album, “Holy Ghost,” bears witness to struggles overcome, forgiveness found, and his way forward. Like his playing, Marc’s new batch of songs are a product of equal parts patience, sensitivity, and courage.

Marc rejoined The Black Crowes in 2005 for a year or so. I saw a string of shows at NYC’s Hammerstein Ballroom. His playing was inspired, as always, yet he somehow seemed to transcend the old songs that were once a soundtrack to his inner confusion and despair. When I met (a sober) Marc Ford backstage after the first show, he was like an apparition, somehow aloof amidst the fog of smoke. He was there among the band, but in many ways, he’d already flown ahead. He would soon permanently part ways with The Black Crowes.

We are honored to host Marc Ford in Tyler and hope you’ll welcome them to town at Liberty Hall on Friday November 13th for “Redemption Songs: An Evening With Marc and Kirsten Ford.”

Get your tickets for $15 today at www.themagills. org or at the door. The show starts at 8pm.

Liberty Hall is located in downtown Tyler at 103 E. Erwin.

Thursday, January 28th, 8pm

“Shaping Sound: Dance Reimagined” Under the Artistic Direction of Travis Wall, and co-created with Nick Lazzarini, Teddy Forance and Kyle Robinson, “Shaping Sound” is an electrifying mash-up of dance styles and musical genres brought fully to life on stage by a dynamic company of contemporary dancers. After rising to fame on “So You Think You Can Dance” and “Dancing With The Stars,” these dancers - some of the best talent on stage right now - starred in their own reality TV show, Oxygen Network’s “All the Right Moves.”

Audiences of all ages will experience the exhilarating collaboration of these visual musicians whose explosive choreography, dynamic rhythm, speed, and physical strength, give shape and form to sound, thus appropriately named, “Shaping Sound: Dance Reimagined.” Tickets are $32-$67. Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling (903)566-7424, or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

Friday, February 26th, 8pm

“Saturday Night Fever” One of the most beloved dance stories of all time in a spectacular new production, “Saturday Night Fever,” is the coming of age tale of young Tony Manero who learns the value of life in 1970s Brooklyn. Based on the 1977 movie starring John Travolta, “Saturday Night Fever” is packed with legendary hits from the Bee Gees, including “Stayin’ Alive,” “Night Fever,” “Jive Talking,” “You Should Be Dancing,” and “How Deep is Your Love,” in addition to several new songs written especially for this production. Tickets are $42-$67. Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling (903)566-7424, or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

Thursday, March 24th, 8pm

The Irish Tenors “The Irish Tenors” powerful vocal line-up of Finbar Wright, Anthony Kearns and Ronan Tynan are unquestionably the leading brand of this genre.

These classically trained singers have been touring together since 1998, with sold-out shows at Radio City Music Hall, Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl, and major concert halls throughout the world. They’ve proven themselves gifted interpreters of a wide range of material, with songs such as “My Heart Will Go On” (Titanic), and “Fairytale of New York.” These songs live comfortably in their repertoire alongside “Danny Boy.” This concert will sell out fast so get your tickets as soon as you can. Tickets are $32-$67. Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling (903)566-7424, or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

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Sunday, November 1st

Click’s Live – Acoustic Chaos, 9-12 Cork – Ramoth Gilead, 12-3 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Eddie & The Forgers, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 12-2pm XLN – The Blacksmiths, 9-12

Monday, November 2nd

C10, Jacksonville – Acoustic Pickin’ Circle, 6-9 Circle M Crawfish – Darrin Morris, 7-10

Tuesday, November 3rd

Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Karaoke, 8-12 The Foundry – Open Mic, 6-9 MoJoes Coffee Café, Henderson – Open Mic, 7-10 The Shed, Edom – Pickin & Grinin, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – Open Mic, 8-12 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 8-12

Wednesday, November 4th

Circle M Crawfish – Open Mic, 6-10 Click’s Live – Karaoke, 8-12 Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Death Row Bodeen, 8-12 Cork – Dustin Becker, 6-9 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Open Mic, 6-9 Leon’s, Longview – Blues Jam with Johnny & The Night Crawlers, 8-11 Mistletoe & Magic, Harvey Hall – The Grooves, 7-11

Thursday, November 5th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 6-10 Eddy’s, Athens – Karaoke, 8-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Troy Cartwright, 7-10 The Foundry – Live Acoustic, 6-9 Juls – Open Mic, 8-12 Lago Del Pino – Solomon Skiles, 6-9 Liberty Hall – Home For The Holidays, 7pm Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Karaoke, 8-11 Potpourri House – Todd Rinlee, 6-9 Purple Pig – Open Mic, 6-9 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12

Friday, November 6th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Westbound 21, 8-12 Click’s Live – Reign, Secrets of Boris, With Our Arms Into The Sun, 8-12 Cowan Center - The Time Jumpers: Vince Gill, Kenny Sears, & ‘Ranger Doug’ Green, 8pm Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – DJ Krash Karaoke, 8-12 Eddy’s, Athens – DJ, 8-12 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Ruby Jane, 7-10 Fresh by Brookshire’s – The Haggertys, 6-9 Jakes – Ramoth Gilead, 8-11 Juls – DJ, 7-11 Lago Del Pino – Aaron Stephens, 8-12 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-10 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Clay Thrash, 9-12 Paradise Harbor, Hawkins – Karaoke, 8-12 Potpourri House – Paul Ruark, 6-9 Purple Pig – Chris Colston, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – Parker Heights Music, 8-12 Rick’s – Empire 6, 8-12 Shoguns – DJ, 8-12 Stanley’s BBQ – Wes Hart’s Open Mic, 7-10 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Where’s Rufus –Karaoke, 8-12 Yamato – DJ, 9-12

Saturday, November 7th

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Click’s Live – Edge Of Misery, A New Horizon, Deaf Angel, 9-12 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – The Frio River Band, 9-1 Eddy’s, Athens – DJ, 9-1 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Jimmy Wallace, Jerry Branch, 7-10 Fresh by Brookshire’s – Pocket Tangerine, 6-9 Juls – DJ, 7-11 Lago Del Pino – The Damn Quails, 9-1 Liberty Hall – Marc Broussard with guest Blue Louie, 8-11 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-9 Potpourri House – Bobby & Ken, 6-9 Ricks – Live 80, 9-1 Rose City Farmer’s Market – Fritz Hager, 8am-12 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 The Village at Cumberland Park – Pat Green, 8-10 Vintage Edom – Live Music, 12-3 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 9-12 XLN – The Haggertys, 9-1 Yamato – Ramoth Gilead, 9-1

Sunday, November 8th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 6-10 Click’s Live – Acoustic Chaos, 9-12 Cork – Ramoth Gilead, 12-3 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Eddie & The Forgers, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 12-2pm XLN – The Blacksmiths, 9-12

Monday, November 9th

C10, Jacksonville – Acoustic Pickin’ Circle, 6-9 Circle M Crawfish – Darrin Morris, 7-10

Tuesday, November 10th

Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Karaoke, 8-12 The Foundry – Open Mic, 6-9 MoJoes Coffee Café, Henderson – Open Mic, 7-10 The Shed, Edom – Pickin & Grinin, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – Open Mic, 8-12 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 8-12

Wednesday, November 11th

Circle M Crawfish – Open Mic, 6-10 Click’s Live – Karaoke, 8-12 Cork – Dustin Becker, 6-9 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – Open Mic, 7-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Open Mic, 6-9 Leon’s, Longview – Blues Jam with Johnny & The Night Crawlers, 8-11

Thursday, November 12th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 6-10 Eddy’s, Athens – Karaoke, 8-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Pushwater, 7-10 The Foundry – Live Acoustic, 6-9 Half Moon – DJLL, 8-12 Juls – Open Mic, 8-12 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Karaoke, 8-11 Potpourri House – Todd Rinlee, 6-9 Purple Pig – Open Mic, 6-9 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 Velerosa Gallery – Dustin Becker, 5-8

Friday, November 13th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Cole Allen & The Mansion Family, 8-12 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – DJ Krash Karaoke, 8-12 Eddy’s, Athens – DJ, 8-12 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Devin Leigh, 7-10 Fresh by Brookshire’s – The Jazz Connection, 6-9 Lago Del Pino – Soul Track Mind, 8-12 Liberty Hall –Marc Ford with guests The Magills, 8-11 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-10 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Strangetowne, 9-12 Paradise Harbor, Hawkins – Karaoke, 8-12 Potpourri House – Paul Ruark, 6-9

Purple Pig – Chris Colston, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – The Kid Icarus Project, 8-12 Rick’s – Identity Theft, 8-12 Shoguns – DJ, 8-12 Stanley’s BBQ – Wes Hart’s Open Mic, 7-10 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 TASCA Ballroom – The Tuxedo Cats, 6-10 Taste of Italy On the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Where’s Rufus – Karaoke, 8-12 Yamato – DJ, 9-12

Saturday, November 14th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Lady Chazz & The Tramps, 9-1 Click’s Live – Blacktop Mojo, 9-12 Circle M Crawfish – Ally Venable Band, 7-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Big Gus & Swampadelic, 7-10 Fresh by Brookshire’s – Purple Velvet Fox, 6-9 Jakes – Andrew Plan, 9-12 Lago Del Pino – The South Austin Moonlighters, 8-12 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-9 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Wayland Hicks, 9-12 Potpourri House – Bobby & Ken, 6-9 Purple Pig – Live Music, 6-9 Rick’s – The Elegant Few, 9-1 Rose City Farmer’s Market – Live Music, 8am-12 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Vintage Edom – The Eric Moseley Duo, 12-3 XLN – Sweet Pain, 9-1 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 9-12 Yamato – Karaoke, 9-1

Sunday, November 15th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 6-10 Click’s Live – Acoustic Chaos, 9-12 Cork – Ramoth Gilead, 12-3 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Eddie & The Forgers, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 12-2pm XLN – The Blacksmiths, 9-12

Monday, November 16th

C10, Jacksonville – Jam Session, 6-9 Circle M Crawfish – Darrin Morris, 7-10

Tuesday, November 17th

Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Karaoke, 8-12 The Foundry – Open Mic, 6-9 MoJoes Coffee Café, Henderson – Open Mic, 7-10 The Shed, Edom – Pickin & Grinin, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – Open Mic, 8-12 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 8-12

Wednesday, November 18th

Circle M Crawfish – Open Mic, 6-10 Click’s Live – Karaoke, 8-12 Cork – Dustin Becker, 6-9 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – Open Mic, 7-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Open Mic, 6-9 Leon’s, Longview – Blues Jam with Johnny & The Night Crawlers, 8-11

Thursday, November 19th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 5-9 Eddy’s, Athens – Karaoke, 8-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Kris Gordon, 7-10 The Foundry – Live Acoustic, 6-9 Half Moon – DJ LL, 8-12 Juls – Open Mic, 8-12 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Karaoke, 8-11 Potpourri House – Todd Rinlee, 6-9 Purple Pig – Open Mic, 6-9 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 We Hope Ranch, Tyler – Wheatfield, 7-9

Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – Karaoke, 8-12 Eddy’s, Athens – DJ, 8-12 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Owen Tiner, 7-10 The Foundry – Live Music, 6-9 Fresh by Brookshire’s – Caitlyn Brette, 6-9 Half Moon Grill – Chris Wayne Band, 9-1 Juls – DJ, 6-9 Lago Del Pino – Perfecto Amor, 8-11 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-10 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Troy Cartwright, 8-12 Paradise Harbor, Hawkins – Karaoke, 8-12 Potpourri House – Paul Ruark, 6-9 Purple Pig – Live Music, 6-9 Rick’s – Safira, 8-12 Shoguns – DJ, 8-12 Stanley’s BBQ – Wes Hart’s Open Mic, 7-10 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Where’s Rufus – Karaoke, 8-12 Yamato – DJ, 9-12

Saturday, November 21st

Circle M Crawfish – G14 Classified, 7-10 Club 155 – Black Ice, 8-12 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Brian Grace Band, 7-10 FRESH by Brookshire’s – Senor Gringos, 6-9 Lago Del Pino – Josh Ward Band, 9-1 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-9 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Bri Bagwell, 9-12 The Old Firehouse, Edom – Beth Wood, 7-10 Potpourri House – Bobby & Ken, 6-9 Rick’s – Trajikly White, 9-1 Rose City Farmer’s Market – Live Music, 8am-12 Taste of Italy On the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Vintage Edom – Loretta Callens, 12-3 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 8-12 XLN – The Syndicate, 9-1 Yamato – Karaoke, 9-1

Sunday, November 22nd

Click’s Live – Acoustic Chaos, 8-12 Cork – Ramoth Gilead, 12-3 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Eddie & The Forgers, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 12-2pm XLN – The Blacksmiths, 9-12

Monday, November 23rd

C10, Jacksonville – Open Mic, 6-9 Circle M Crawfish – Darrin Morris, 7-10

Tuesday, November 24th

Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Karaoke, 8-12 The Foundry – Open Mic, 6-9 MoJoes Coffee Café, Henderson – Open Mic, 7-10 The Shed, Edom – Pickin & Grinin, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – Open Mic, 8-12 Where’s Rufus – DJ, 8-12

Wednesday, November 25th

Circle M Crawfish – Open Mic, 6-10 Click’s Live – Karaoke, 8-12 Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Curtis Grimes, 8-12 Cork – Dustin Becker, 6-9 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – Open Mic, 7-10 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Open Mic, 6-9 Leon’s, Longview – Blues Jam with Johnny & The Night Crawlers, 8-11 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – The Kid Icarus Project, 7-11

Thursday, November 26th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 5-9 Eddy’s, Athens – Karaoke, 8-10 The Foundry – Live Acoustic, 6-9 Half Moon – Gene Evans, 8-12 Juls – Open Mic, 8-12 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Karaoke, 8-11 Potpourri House – Todd Renlee, 6-9 Purple Pig – Open Mic, 6-9 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12

Friday, November 27th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Blaine Hart Band, 9-1 Coach’s & Cowboy’s – Cody Johnson Band, 8-12 Cork – Lauren Alexander, 7-10 Dick’s Cajun Grill, Mt. Selman – DJ Krash Karaoke, 8-12 Eddy’s, Athens – DJ, 8-12 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Chris Colston, 7-10 Fresh by Brookshire’s – The Judges Band, 6-9 Juls – DJ, 7-11 Lago Del Pino – LC Rocks, 8-12 Mario’s – Live Jazz, 6-9 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Pushwater, 9-12 Paradise Harbor, Hawkins – Karaoke, 8-12 Potpourri House – Paul Ruark, 6-9 Purple Pig – Live Acoustic Music, 6-9 Republic Icehouse – The Whiskey Prophets, 8-12 Rick’s – Tenacity, 8-12 Shoguns – DJ, 8-12 Stanley’s BBQ – Wes Hart’s Open Mic, 7-10 Stone Country, Lindale – Karaoke, 8-12 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Where’s Rufus – Karaoke, 8-12 Yamato – DJ, 9-12

Saturday, November 28th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Ally Venable Band, 9-1 Circle M Crawfish – Charles Denmon, 7-10 Click’s Live – Sewerville, 9-1 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Cole Allen, 7-10 FRESH by Brookshire’s – Better Days Review, 6-9 Jakes – Daniel Foster, 8-11 Juls – Purple Velvet Fox, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 9-1 Mario’s – Live Jazz 6-9 Moore’s Store, Ben Wheeler – Mouse And The Traps, 9-12 Potpourri House – Bobby & Ken, 6-9 Rick’s – In10City, 9-1 Rose City Farmer’s Market – Live Music, 8am-12 Stone Country, Lindale – Casey Martin, 9-1 Taste of Italy on the Lake, Hawkins – Marcus Casburn, 6-9 Vintage Edom – Out Of The Question, 12-3 Where’s Rufus - DJ, 9-1 XLN – Bobby O & The Mojo, 9-1 Yamato – Ramoth Gilead, 9-1

Sunday, November 29th

Circle M Crawfish – Karaoke, 6-10 Click’s Live – Acoustic Chaos, 9-12 Cork – Ramoth Gilead, 12-3 The Forge, Ben Wheeler – Eddie & The Forgers, 7-10 Lago Del Pino – Dustin Becker, 12-2pm XLN – The Blacksmiths, 9-12

Monday, November 30th

C10, Jacksonville – Jazz N J’Ville, 6-9 Circle M Crawfish – Darrin Morris, 7-10

Friday, November 20th

The Back Porch, Kilgore – Captain Joe Band, 8-12 Click’s Live – John 5, Bibeau, Victims Of Sanity, 8-12

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Art Inside the Artist’s Studio:

Chance Dunlap “At the bottom of this mind lies a big, big man.”*

By Derrick White Every morning at the college you can see him arrive. He stands six foot six and weighs two forty-five.

He’s kind of broad at the shoulder and narrow at the hip and everybody knows you give him no lip.

Move over Paul Jones, there’s a new lumberjack in town. We recently hired a new, big, bad art professor named Chance Dunlap at Tyler Junior College to protect ourselves in case of an emergency, for example, should our building ever, inexplicably collapse. We feel comfortable knowing this giant of a man would hold up beams and bricks like a colossal oak tree allowing us to scramble to safety. Of course, I’m just joking (sort of). Dunlap joins the dynamic assembly of professors and professional exhibiting artists in the vibrant and energetic art department of Tyler Junior College.

He is teaching Sculpture, 3-D Design and Art Appreciation.

He doesn’t say much, he’s kind of quiet and shy, and if he speaks at all, he usually just says hi. But, I thought, for your benefit I’d ask him a few questions, pick his brain, see what’s on his mind, and allow our community to get to know him a little better. As it turns out he is a considerate, conversant, and attentive artist who didn’t once try to grind my bones to make his bread.

Chance Dunlap earned his Master of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in sculpture from The University of North Texas, Denton, a BA from Southeastern Oklahoma State University, Durant, and an Associates Degree from Grayson County College. Currently, he spends most of his studio time working with wood and paint, but he began by creating welded steel sculptures. “I started making found object, welded pieces, before taking art classes at community college. Welding was a process I learned in high school, so after I saw some sculptures in Denison, Texas, I tried it and then never looked back,” states Chance. In graduate school at UNT Chance became dissatisfied with welding and went back to the roots of his art-making to methods from when he was a child. Chance says, “My family built thousands of rustic birdhouses using old wood or scraps from cabinet shops. I love working with wood. It is very tactile and there are lots of unique power tools that one can accumulate.”

What else is on his mind? Fishing lures! “I started a project a couple of years ago that has become a major part of my practice, in making fishing lures. I had collected old fishing lures since I was a kid, but one evening in my studio I made one. In the past two years, I have created more than 200 and combine my interests in wood carving and metalworking to create distinctive singular fishing lures that are interesting, aesthetic, and functional. I also maintain a web blog focused on homemade and folk art fishing lures, and I am under contract to author a book on alternative lure forms such as duck, bird, gopher, and other creature or critter lures,” explains the artist.

The first exhibition Chance saw in an actual art gallery was in Denison, Texas (416 Gallery). Eric McGehearty embedded books in concrete and made steel armatures that restricted books from opening (with the intention of raising awareness for learning disabilities). Chance remembers, “Before I started taking classes my perception of art and artists was based on stereotypes found in movies and television.

Growing up we were encouraged to be creative but never really considered anything we did art. Looking back there are many experiences that seemed to shape where I am now as an artist. One is that my grandmother always gave us blank paper to draw. She also bought weird vibrating pens from the Avon lady. Maybe my love of power tools is embedded in these objects? My other grandmother would hang cow bones from trees around the farm to frighten trespassers. Another major impact is that my parents would drag my brothers and me all over Texas seeking flea markets and yard sales. Most of our family vacations had the ulterior motive of being in the general vicinity of a major flea market.”

When asked about what art has brought to his life, Chance answers, “The best thing is meeting my wife Bobbie at a gallery. She was showing her work and I happened to go in while she was there. We have been together ever since.

Another important thing is gaining confidence in my abilities and actions by making art. I was incredibly timid and introverted for most of my young life, but once I developed a voice with objects, I really came around.”

“The most frustrating part of being an artist is the general public’s perception. I have struggled with the concept of ‘artist,’ especially using the term ‘sculptor.’ I really avoid it.

I think of a sculptor as somebody, like Michelangelo, who made gloriously skillful representations. I play with materials in a serious sort of way but relate much more to carpenters

Ansel Adams: The Man Behind the Shutter

By Gini Rainey The Tyler Museum of Art opened an amazing exhibit of photographs last month that will continue through January 3rd. I say amazing, because the exhibit “Ansel Adams: Early Works” features a lovely sampling of the early works of the highly esteemed photographer, Ansel Adams, who lived from 1902-1984 and captured the American landscape in a manner that ranked far and above the works of other artists in his field.

Drawn from the private collection of Michael Mattis and Judith Hochberg of New York, this exhibit is representative of Adams works that highlight the end of the movement in American art that captured the vanishing Western landscape. This exhibit focuses on Adams masterful small-scale prints that he made from the 1920s into the 1950s.

“Ansel Adams: Early Works” guides the viewer through an evolution of printing styles that complement the scenic grandeur of his natural subjects – revealing Adams as a true “poet of light,” both in the field and in the darkroom.

Always one with the power of the American landscape, and known for the patient skill and timeless beauty of his work, Ansel Adams was one with the vision for preserving the disappearing landscapes of the Great American West. Not only did he strive to preserve the landscapes on film, but through his photographs he was able to speak volumes in his role as an unrelenting environmental and wilderness preservationist. Because of the significant influence his photography had on groups such as the Sierra Club and the National Park Service, Adams became a virtual icon in the field of wilderness preservation.

1927 was a pivotal year in Adam’s life with his first fully visualized photograph, “Monolith, the Face of Half Dome.” His first really big break came after the publication of his first portfolio, “Parmelian Prints of the High Sierras,” which included his now-famous image of “Monolith.” Additionally, it was about this time that Adams came under the influence of Albert M. Bender, a San Francisco insurance magnate and patron of arts and artists. It was following this that Adams spent a considerable amount of time in New York and met Alfred Stieglitz, a fellow photographer and promoter of the arts, whose work and philosophy he admired.

Although known primarily for his photographic works in the field of American landscapes, and in an effort to climb the “financial fence,” Adams spent much of his time in the early 30’s as a commercial photographer with clients such as the National Park Service, Kodak, IBM, AT&T, and “Life,” “Fortune,” and “Arizona Highways” magazines. Additionally, because of his technical mastery, he served as principal photographic consultant to Polaroid and Hasselblad. He developed the famous and highly complex “zone system” of controlling and relating exposure and development, and along with the techniques of “burning” and “dodging,” making it possible for photographers to creatively visualize an image and produce a photograph that matched and expressed that visualization. Additionally, he produced ten volumes of technical manuals on photography, which are the most influential books ever written on the subject.

Self-described as a photographer-lecturer-writer, Ansel Adams could more accurately be described as a communicator. His capacity and energy were colossal and he had a very dominating personality – always the center of attention. However, because of his endless travels across our country in pursuit of natural beauty that he revered and photographed, Adams left us with a legacy of stunning photographs that preserve the inherent beauty of this land we call home.

Several singular examples are included in this exhibition. The extraordinarily rare print of “Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico” is one of the earliest extant – with its light gray (rather than deep black) sky with wispy clouds, it is literally “day and night” when compared to his much more common, much darker, printings from the 1970s and 1980s. The print of “Frozen Lake and Cliffs” is considered the finest vintage print extant; it was the announcement for the blockbuster show “Ansel Adams at 100,” that was curated by the late John Szarkowski. “Monolith, the Face of Half Dome” is repreor people who have their yards full of junk. I like the term sented by two contrasting examples: the vintage 6x6 inch Parmelian print from 1927, ‘painter’ because often a person will just assume you paint and a rare transitional 16x20 inch matte-surface mounted print from the early 1940s walls or something. If I reply that I make intellectual artsy which shows Adams first experimenting with scale but not yet consistently commitpaintings, that person will put me in some category of other- ted to glossy paper stock. “Clearing Winter Storm,” taken from Inspiration Point, is ness. I do not really separate being an artist from my everyAdam’s most celebrated Yosemite view. This is the earliest known vintage print of this day activities. When I grill a steak, wash dishes, start a camp- seminal image (a 1938 date appears on his original typewritten label) and it just surfire, or make art, I find that many of my basic creative needs faced in 2005. Before this, the photograph had generally been dated “circa 1944.” are met. As a teacher I try to get students to understand art “Ansel Adams: Early Works” will be the focus of one remaining program in this is much more than what ends up hanging on a wall,” states year’s Fall Lecture Series: “Through the Lens with Ansel Adams” presented by RobChance. His work is influenced by artist Chris Martin (Brook- ert Langham, local photographer and former student of Adams, on Sunday, Novemlyn, New York painter) whom he says, “I love how Martin ber 15th. The program begins at 2pm at the TMA, and are open to the public at no incorporates found objects and ephemera into his art, and is charge. not afraid to use materials.” Dunlap also enjoys the work of Additional special events include First Friday Art Tours at 11am, November 6th Thornton Dial (Alabama, self-taught assemblage artist), and and December 4th, and Family Days from 2-4pm Saturday, November 14th and Forrest Bess (visionary Texas painter).

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Chance Dunlap recently exhibited his artwork at the This exhibition was organized by art2art Circulating Exhibitions, LLC. Amarillo Museum of Art, the Bathhouse Cultural Center in Admission to the exhibit is adults $5, and Seniors $3. TMA Members, students Dallas, and 500X Gallery in Dallas. His art is represented by and children under one are free Ro2 Art Gallery of Dallas and they recently displayed Dunlap The Tyler Museum of Art is located on the Tyler Junior College Campus, 1300 S. at the Houston Contemporary Art Fair.

Mahon, Tyler. Regular TMA hours are 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, and 1-5pm SunFor more information, go to www.ro2art.com. day, the Museum is closed Mondays and most major holidays.

The Museum is supported by its Members, Tyler Junior College and the City of The Fishing Lure Blog is at chancedunlap.blogspot.com.

Tyler. For more information, call (903)595-1001 or visit www.tylermuseum.org. *Shout out to country music legend Jimmy Dean.

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UT Tyler Meadows Gallery to Present An Exhibition Featuring German Artist Hans Molzberger The next exhibition at The University of Texas at Tyler Meadows Gallery will feature the internationally renowned German artist Hans Molzberger, Ray Sikes, gallery coordinator, announced.

The public exhibition is currently on exhibit and will conclude Friday, November 20th.

The Meadows Gallery is located in the UT Tyler R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center.

Gallery hours are 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday and by special appointment.

A self-taught artist, Molzberger, was born in 1953 in Höhr-Grenzhausen in Germany’s Rhineland region, where his family has lived for many generations working in industrial ceramic factories. In 1982, as a result of mounting personal crises and a fervent need to reassess his life, Molzberger started a studio in Wendland, Germany and by 1991 mounted his first museum exhibition. Working

mainly with assemblages and Raku ceramic objects, the artist recently turned to printmaking. He now creates woodcuts and large-scale silkscreens that contain political subject matter.

Molzberger has worked in Israel, France, the Netherlands, Poland and Russia, and lectured at several major universities. He currently divides his time between Germany and Houston where he is an artist affiliate at Houston Baptist University. He is also director of an artist residency program that he began in 1996, in Hilmsen, Germany.

For more information, contact (903)566-7237 or rsikes@uttyler.edu.

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Through Sunday, May 22nd, 2016 - The Granite Sculpture of Candyce Garrett and “Rock Walk” - The pieces are in place, and the monumental works of acclaimed granite sculptor Candyce Garrett are on view for the public with the outdoor installation, “Rock Walk,” featuring 13 of Garrett’s large-scale stone sculptures placed at strategic locations on the grounds of the TMA. Based in Taos, New Mexico, Garrett spent years working in various sculpture media including clay, wood, limestone, and marble before moving to the challenges of granite as an apprentice to legendary sculptor Jesus Moroles. Often abstract in design but conveying simple, relatable themes, her granite work draws much of its inspiration from the rustic, expansive landscapes of the Southwest desert. A digital map spotlighting the locations of sculptures featured in “Rock Walk” is available at www.tylermuseum.org. Printed maps also are available in the lobby for the sculpture sites on campus. As a complement to the nine-month outdoor installation, a series of smaller-scale pieces will be featured during an indoor TMA exhibition, “The Granite Sculpture of Candyce Garrett,” continuing through Sunday, January 17th, 2016.

The Museum show will spotlight more than 20 of Garrett’s recent works, each following themes similar to those featured in the outdoor project, but with the distinction that, “the average weight of these pieces are around 500, rather than 5,000 pounds,” TMA Executive Director Chris Leahy said. Regular TMA hours are 10am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, and 1-5pm Sunday, the Museum is closed Mondays and most major holidays. The Museum is supported by its Members, Tyler Junior College, and the City of Tyler.

For more information, call (903)595-1001 or visit www.tylermuseum.org.

Gallery Main Street features a new exhibit of original art approximately every eight weeks. Each exhibit opens with a Saturday evening reception that features music, an opportunity to meet the artists, refreshments, and more. The Opening Receptions are free and open to the public.

Upcoming exhibits at Gallery Main Street are: • “Silver Lining” - opening reception Saturday, November 7th, 5:30-8pm • “Shattered Images” - Entry deadline: Friday, December 4th with an opening reception Saturday, January 9th, 2016, 5:30-8pm Entry prospectus are available at the Gallery Main Street website. All Gallery Main Street exhibits are juried, which means pieces are submitted for review by a jury panel of professional artists.

Top-scoring pieces are selected for exhibit, and the piece with the highest score receives a Best in Show award. Gallery Main Street is located at 110 W. Erwin St., downtown Tyler.

Thursday, November 5th - Dace Kidd - November 5th, come see Dace’s new artwork at Lago del Pino starting at 6:30pm. There will be food and fun plus art for sale. You don’t want to miss this showcase or the opportunity to support local art. For more info go to www.daceluciakidd.com.

Thursday, November 12th - Valerosa Designs & Gallery and Nouvelle Realty Firm invite you to attend their Grand Opening Holiday Extravaganza, 5-8pm. Come by and check out some amazing art that will be for sale by a fantastic mixture of regional and local artists such as Jake Arnold, Cassie Bartley, Kimberly Brannon, Chaillo, David Escudero, Loretta Forbes, Deanna Pickett Frye, R. Tom Gilleon, Dace Lucia Kidd, Matthew N. Martin, Martin Pavlotich, Sharon Stillwater, Brian Stone, and Wayne Vee. During the festivities you will be serenaded by the amazing local talent of Dustin Becker and Simon Young. This is an innovative art gallery and contemporary office space. The party isn’t limited to just this location, they will be closing the streets of The Bergfeld Shopping Center and are partnering with neighboring businesses to bring you an event that everyone will love. Other businesses will have food, beverages, and musical talents of their own as well. Brookshire’s will have a huge tent with festivities, and there will be great sales on amazing products throughout the shopping center. Valerosa Designs & Gallery is located at 108 E. 8th St., Tyler. For more info, call contact Matthew Martin at (903)472-8885.

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“Shrek The Musical Tya:” Family Fun On & Offstage At Cherokee Civic Theatre

Cherokee Civic Theatre celebrates its 43rd season of providing great community theatre with a fun-filled kick-off the year. Its first production is “Shrek the Musical TYA” – all the fun of the original Broadway show made a bit shorter to appeal to families and young people. And there are other family ties in this show as well.

The CCT production features two fairy tale romances – one onstage and one offstage. Husband & wife Preston and Randa Parker get to fall in love all over again as they portray Shrek and Princess Fiona in the CCT production. This will be the first time the Jacksonville couple has performed together at Cherokee Civic Theatre.

Also re-acting their real life roles are father & son Mike and Toryn Anderson who portray “Papa Ogre” and Shrek as a young ogre. This is their first time to perform as a duo at CCT as well.

“It adds an extra bit of fun to know that these family members are also families offstage,” notes Jessica House, Shrek the Musical TYA’s Director. “We also have several brother & sister and mother & daughter combinations involved in the cast and crew.” Mrs. House, whose daughter & husband are in the show, has previously directed “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.” and “Godspell” for CCT. All this family fun will just add to the entertainment as Shrek and his “stalwart steed” Donkey rescue Princess Fiona, foil the villainous Lord Farquaad and meet a host of favorite fairy tale characters along the way. It’s the animated movie come alive with songs that delight and amuse.

Produced by Jon Paul Kelley, performances of “Shrek the Musical TYA” will be November 7th, 13th and 14th at 7:30pm with two Sunday matiness on November 8th and 15th at 2pm.

All performances will be at the historic Cherokee Theater (157 West 5th Street in Rusk).

For tickets, group sales and season memberships, contact Cherokee Civic Theatre at (903)683-2131 or www.cherokeetheatre.net. Box Office hours are Monday–Friday from 12 noon until 5pm and one hour before each performance.

Auditions

“It’s a Wonderful Life” - Cherokee Civic Theatre announces auditions for the great, timeless Christmas tale, “It’s a Wonderful Life” in which the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Auditions will take place on Monday and Tuesday, November 9th and 10th at 6:30pm at the beautiful new Singletary Memorial Library at 207 East 6th Street in Rusk. The radio play, directed by Karen Hendley and produced by Judy Faye Garner, will be presented as a 1940’s period piece December 10th, 11th, 12th and 13th. This is a perfect opportunity to participate in a CCT production without excessive rehearsals and memorization.

We are looking for folks ages 16 and up who could demonstrate a variety of voices and sound effects. No previous theatre experience is required. For more information or to volunteer call the theatre at (903)683-4466.

Productions

Friday, November 6th & Saturday, November 7th (8:00pm) “Woyzeck” at Wise Auditorium. One of the most performed and influential plays in the German theatre repertoiry, this stage play, written by Georg Büchner, was left incomplete at his death, but it has been posthumously “finished” by a variety of authors, editors

and translators. The Wise Auditorium is on the Tyler Junior College campus, 1400 E. Fifth Street. Admission is free. For more information log on at www.tjc.org.

Saturday & Sunday, November 7th & 8th and Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 13th-15th - “Shrek The Musical” at the Cherokee Civic Theatre. Everyone’s favorite big green ogre goes far, far away on a quest with wisecracking Donkey and feisty Princess Fiona. Throw in a short tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude, and our favorite fairy tale misfits and watch the animated movie come to life. Cherokee Civic Theatre is located at 157 W. 5th Street, Rusk, Texas. For more info call (903)683-2131 or log on at www.cherokeetheatre.net. Tickets start at $10.

Tuesday, November 10th (7:30pm) Chancellor William H. McRaven - Distinguished Lecture Series will be presented at the Cowan Center. William H. McRaven, a retired four-star admiral with the U.S. Navy, serves as Chancellor of The University of Texas System, one of the largest and most respected systems of higher education in the nation.

Chancellor McRaven oversees nine academic and six health institutions that educate 214,000 students and is committed to improving the lives of Texans and people all over the world through education, research and health care. Prior to becoming chancellor, McRaven was commander of the Navy’s Special Operations Command and was responsible for conducting counter-terrorism operations worldwide. He is a recognized authority on U.S. foreign policy and has garnered international respect for his strategic leadership, discipline, intellect and diplomacy. Tickets sales begin October 5th. The Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on the University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the box office, by calling (903)566-7424, or log on at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

Friday-Sunday, November 27th-29th and December 4th-6th (Evenings 7:30pm - Sundays 2:30pm) “Red, White and Tuna” at Henderson Civic Theatre. The third in a series of comedic plays (preceded by “Greater Tuna” and “A Tuna Christmas” and followed by “Tuna Does Vegas”), is set in the fictional town of Tuna, Texas, the “third-smallest” town in the state. All the plays are at once an affectionate comment on small-town Southern life, and attitudes, but also a withering satire of the same. The plays are notable in that two men play the entire cast of over twenty eccentric characters of both genders and various ages. Henderson Civic Theatre is located at 122 E. Main Street in Henderson. For more info call (903)657-2968 or log on at www.hendersoncivictheatre.org. Tickets start at $10.

Thursday-Saturday, December 3rd-5th (Evenings 7:30pm Saturday 2:30 & 7:30) “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” at Pollard Theatre Centre. In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids--probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem - and the fun - when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on! Features plenty of great roles for children and adults, a few favorite Christmas Carols, and a lot of laughs!

Pollard Theatre Centre is located in Founders’ Center on the campus of Pollard UMC, 3030 New Copeland Road, Tyler. For more info call (903)730-1056 or log on at www.pollardumc.com.

Friday, December 4th-Sunday, December 6th and Thursday, December 10th-Sunday, December 13th (Evenings 7:30pm - Sundays 2:30pm) “Miracle on 34th Street” at Tyler Civic Theatre. By chance, Kris Kringle, an old man in a retirement home, gets a job working as Santa for Macy’s. Kris unleashes waves of good will with Macy’s customers and the commercial world of New York City

by referring parents to other stores to find exactly the toy their child has asked for. Seen as deluded and dangerous by Macy’s vocational counselor, who plots to have Kris shanghaied to Bellevue Psychiatric Hospital, Kris ends up in a court competency hearing. Especially at stake is one little girl’s belief in Santa. In a dramatic decision, the court confirms Kris as the true Santa, allowing Susan and countless other children to experience the joy of childhood fantasy. Tyler Civic Theatre is located at 400 Rose Park Drive in Tyler, next to the Tyler Rose Garden Center. For more info call (903)592-0561 or log on to www.tylercivictheatre.com. The box office is open Monday-Friday, 10am-1pm and 2pm-5pm. Tickets are $18 for adults and $15 for students.

Wednesday, December 9th (7:30pm) “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis” at the Cowan Center. This is the Ultimate Holiday Tradition! “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas” by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite holiday tradition for the past 30 years! Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting.

Experience the magic as the spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller. Their holiday CDs have become synonymous with the Christmas season and continue to occupy top spots on Billboard’s Seasonal Charts every year! Tickets sales begin November 9th. The Cowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on the University of Texas at Tyler campus. Tickets are available at the box office, by calling (903)566-7424, or log on at www.uttyler.edu/cowan.

Thursday-Sunday, December 10th15th (Evenings 7:30pm - Sunday 2pm) “It’s a Wonderful Life - A Live Radio Show” at the Cherokee Civic Theatre. Be a part of the studio audience as one of the most beloved holiday stories is performed as a 1940’s radio show - complete with sound effects & commercials. Taken directly from the Frank Capra classic where over-burdened George Bailey reaches the end of his rope one Christmas Eve only to be given another look at his life

by Clarence, an angel who’s yet to earn his wings. Cherokee Civic Theatre is located at 157 W. 5th Street, Rusk, Texas. For more info call (903)683-2131 or log on at www.cherokeetheatre.net. Tickets start at $10.

Friday, December 4th & Saturday, December 5th and Friday, December 11th & Saturday, December 12th (Evenings 7:30pm - Sundays 2:30pm) “The Christmas Bus” at Henderson County Performing Arts Center. It’s Christmas Eve and Mrs. Frump, the director of the Peaceful Valley Orphanage, is planning what she believes will be the most special Christmas ever for her kids. She’s ‘borrowed’ an old bus and arranged for each child to spend Christmas with a family in the area. The only problem is she hasn’t told the Busybodies on the Orphanage Board of Trustees, who believe Frump has gotten too old and soft to handle the rowdy kids at Peaceful Valley. With the help of teenage Thomas, the oldest of the orphans and her trusty right-hand man, Frump sets off to deliver the kids - pursued by the suspicious Sheriff and the Busybodies. It’s an adventuresome ride culminating in a Christmas even more special than Frump could have ever imagined. Henderson County Performing Arts Center is located at 400 Gibson Road in Athens. For more info call (903)675-3908 or log in at www.hcpac.org. Tickets start at $7.00.

Monday, December 14th (2pm) “The Ugly Sweater Concert” with The Lake Country Symphonic Band at The Lake Country Playhouse located at 114 North Johnson Street in Mineola. For more info call (903)569-2300 or log on to www.lakecountryplayhouse.com. Adults $7 and Children 11 and under $5.

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it difficult to remove herself from it and finds herself completely immersed in the mystery.

Artfully crafted and utterly riveting. this book’s clever structure and expert pacing will keep you on the edge of your seat, but it’s Hawkins’s deft, empathetic characterization that will leave you pondering this harrowing, thought-provoking story about the power of memory and the danger of envy.

“Seeking the Star”

by Traci Borum

When Traci asked me if I would be interested in reviewing her new book, I jumped at the opportunity.

This is the third book of her Chilton Cross series, and I had fallen in love Copyright 2015 – Riverhead Books with the town and characters she Rating: 5 of 5 has created. I was anxious to return

By Gini Rainey to them. Set in the Cotswolds area “The KFC Murders of England, with her latest book we – A News Account” are taken back to Chilton Cross for a “The Girl On The

by Jacque HIlburnChristmas adventure.

Train” by Paula You would never know that Simmons and Traci, a writing teacher at Tyler Hawkins Kenneth Dean Junior College, was a native Texan, If you like a really good Written by two members of as her grasp of the people and counmystery, this book is most defithe news team from Tyler Morntryside of England is able to transport you completely to Chilton nitely for you. Amazon.com’s ing Telegraph, this account pulls Cross with only a few paragraphs. A person who loves everything Book of the Month for January together the details of the murder English, Traci fills her writing with an authenticity that makes it diffi2015, “The Girl on the Train” of five people at the Kentucky Fried cult to believe she doesn’t have roots in the Cotswolds. is one terrific psychologicalChicken restaurant in the quiet “Seeking the Star” introduces the reader to Mistletoe Cottage and suspense thriller. With a mix town of Kilgore, Texas on fall eve- its owners, Mary and George, who discover a stranger on their doorof obsession, instability, and ning in 1983. step in the middle of a snow storm. As you would expect, they introdeception, the story line leads If you’re like me, you will duce him to the warmth of their home and village, and before Ben to danger, suspense, and mysappreciate the investigative report- knows it, he is an integral part of their family and community. Having tery. There are so many unexing that the authors did in order all suffered great losses, Mary, George and Ben find that they are able pected plot twists, it becomes to pull together all of the facts related to this tragic event. Although to help fill the voids in each other’s lives. completely absorbing. always in the back of my mind, as events would occur over the 22 My suggestion is to buy a copy of “Seeking the Star,” find a comfy The story is basically told year time span, it had been difficult for me to follow or sort out all of corner and immerse yourself in this wonderful Christmas story that is by three different points of the details on my own. filled to the brim with grief, acceptance, love, joy, community, Christview. Rachel’s, the main protagonist – and also the girl on the train – Although there a general feeling that the investigation is over and mas, hope, and faith.

Megan’s, the woman she watches from the train, and Anna’s, Megan’s that all of the guilty parties have been found, tried, and convicted, Copyright 2015 – Red Adept Publishing ex-husband’s new wife. While I found that none of the characters are there is also the feeling that there could possibly be one more perRating: 5 of 5 particularly likable, likable is not what the storyline is about. It’s more son who was involved in the vicious murders that took place on Sepabout the inner workings of the human mind and how twisted, con- tember 23, 1983. With that thought in mind, perhaps there will be a GET FREE fused, and sad people can become. sequel to this book down the road.

PUBLICITY The mystery aspect of the plot is done very well, as the suspicion With the seemingly insurmountable volume of paperwork that of who did what moves around all the different characters. The susaccompanies a crime of this magnitude, Dean and Hilburn-Simmons Submit your pense and character development was executed brilliantly and keeps did an amazing and commendable job of reducing it down to a tight, productions and the reader guessing and working out the clues to what really might easy to read manuscript that absorbed my attention straight through events to our Daybe going on beneath the surface. You might feel that I’m being fairly to the finish.

By-Day Calendar at: vague about this outstanding piece of literature, but anything more While there are plenty of murder mystery novels on the market specific would need to carry several spoiler alerts. these days, there is nothing more chilling than reading a book that is I will say, though, that poor Rachel is a bit of an alcoholic, and grounded in reality – and if you’re from the east Texas area – there that fact alone makes her memories of the events that happen some- is nothing more chilling than the reality that the all of this happened what unreliable. With the obvious comparison to the movie “Rear in our own back yard. Definitely a must read if you are a fan of true Window,” the mystery definitely came to life for Rachel as she hovmurder mysteries. ered in her train window over and over while passing her old home. Copyright 2015 – TBB Publishing Rating: 5 of 5 Because of her natural connection to the neighborhood, she finds

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By Kelly Griffith-Fields

Sunburnt leaves dance their way from limbs in the crisp winds.

Fall temperatures have about set in and the East Texas landscape shows itself in hues of scarlet and gold. With all of this, November offers splendid opportunities to take family time to the great outdoors.

Fit City Tyler

Saturday, November 7th, Fit City Tyler is hosting “Day In The Park.” This free event is open to the community with the goal of educating everyone about area health, fitness and wellness resources and opportunities.

“Health is important to anyone, regardless of age,” Health and Wellness Coordinator Megan Riaz said. “We want people to know what the health and wellness opportunities are in Tyler.”

Vendor booths will be set up to provide information on such things as area hospitals, non-profits, fitness centers, health food options, disease prevention and more. Fitness events and some friendly competition will also take place.

The day begins at 8am with a morning yoga session, followed by a 1 mile wellness walk/run at 8:30am. Each registered participant in the walk/run will receive a free Fit City t-shirt. Registration is free but space is limited.

Vendor booths will be open from 9am to 12 noon.

A Zumba class will also begin at 9am followed by stage performances at 9:30am and an East Texas Plank Challenge at 10am.

Fit Kids Area will feature an obstacle course, team sports, games and other activities. Kid friendly healthy snacks options will also be highlighted. “We want to encourage kids to exercise and enjoy activities that get them up and moving,” Riaz said.

To register for the Wellness Walk or for more information visit lightenupeasttexas.com/fitcitydayinthepark.

68th Annual Kiwanis Club Turkey Shoot The 68th annual Kiwanis Club Turkey Shoot will be held at Camp Tyler Saturday, November 21st beginning at 8am and lasting until 4pm. The turkey shoot began and remains to be the chief fundraiser for the Tyler-Rose City Kiwanis Club, providing funding for their many community projects throughout the year. “This event has become a tradition in many East Texas families,” Event Coordinator Samantha Bruce said. “We now have four generations coming out for the fun of seeing who in the family is the best shot.”

This target shooting event is for both adults and kids. “There are no age restrictions, you must be able to hold the rifle,” Bruce said.

“Mom and dad may help the little ones.” The Kiwanis Club provides all rifles and ammo. Personal guns are not allowed. Youth rifles are available for use on the youth lanes and a BB gun range is also set up for kids.

The ticket cost is $3 for four shots purchased in advance through a Kiwanian or online. At the door the cost of tickets rises to just $3.50 for four shots.

If a participant hits the target on the turkey lanes, they win a turkey, and then are eligible to proceed to the ham lanes. If they hit a target there, they will also win to ham. There is no limit to how many hams you may win. “We average about 100 hams and 280 to 300 turkeys each year,” Bruce said.

Everyone who shoots may also enter their name into an hourly drawing for a free turkey.

Throughout the day Camp Tyler will run hayrides that tour the camp. The Gilmer Kiwanis Club will bring their food truck to serve snacks and lunch during the event.

“We encourage everyone to come out,” Bruce said. “It’s usually a beautiful day and to spend it with your family in a fun, safe environment like Camp Tyler just can’t be beat.”

For more information or to purchase tickets visit tylerkiwanis.org.

‘Just Between Friends’ Consignment Sale:

looks poised, regal and reserved, but in reality, she lives in fear as she wrestles with a mighty secret-she was born with the power to create ice and snow. It’s a beautiful ability, but also extremely dangerous.

Haunted by the moment her magic nearly killed her younger sister Anna, Elsa has isolated herself, spending every waking minute trying to suppress her growing powers. Her mounting emotions trigger the magic, accidentally setting off an eternal winter that she can’t stop.

She fears she’s becoming a monster and that no one, not even her sister, can help her.

Elsa and Anna will be at the theater after the film to meet and

By Kelly Griffith-Fields greet and take pictures with anyone who wishes.

Come sing along with your favorites - this family event should Just Between Friends (JBF) is a consignment sale that was started by two moms in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It has since become a franchise and highlight your holiday season.

Liberty Hall is located in downtown Tyler at 103 E. Erwin St., grown to over 150 sales across North America. Tara and Tom Berry and offers entertainment through film, theater, comedy and music. bought their franchise in 2013 to bring the sale here to East Texas.

Movies are $7. Tickets are available at the door and online at lib“JBF is a seasonal sale event,” owner and event coordinator Tara Berry said. “Communities come together to buy and sell the best in gen- ertytyler.com. Movies begin at 7pm. tly used children’s and maternity items at huge savings.”

Just Between Friends of East Texas is holding their 5th annual sale November 13th and 14th at First Christian Church in Tyler.

“We are a new sale event to the Tyler area and this is our first holiday toys sale,” Berry said.

This sale will focus on holiday and winter themed clothing. Clothing of all sizes from babies to teens and maternity will be showcased.

Baby gear and accessories, books, movies, and toys are available as well.

“We have opened our event up for vendor booths at this sale also,” Berry said. “There will be a variety of booths from Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Thrive, as well as some individuals that are selling products that they have made.”

As a seller, the event is great for people to clear out their closets and garages of clothes and baby Coming up at Cowan Center in Tyler are several children and gear they’re no longer using and earn family events, guaranteed for everyone to enjoy. Coming up are: money doing so. For shoppers, it’s an opportunity to find gently used prod“ZooZoo” ucts at fifty to ninety percent off their School Performance: Thursday, November 12th, 9:30am normal retail prices.

Public Performance: Thursday, November 12th, 6:30pm Consignors and volunteers are able Imago Theatre - internationally acclaimed for its special brand to shop first before the sale is open to of vaudeville, comedy, acrobatics and illusions - is most known for the public.

Frogz which played to audiences throughout the world. The com“Presale shopping is the best pany opens their latest family hit ZooZoo. The amazing all-new show chance to get the best deal, first,” Berry combines mime, dance, music and special effects and features Polar said.

Bears, Bug Eyes, Anteaters, Frogs, Rabbits, Hippos, and Penguins.

Pre-sale passes This is recommended for ages 3 and older. are also availTickets are $14-$19. able for purchase through the sales “The Cat website. Passes range from $3-10 in the Hat,” depending on the Monday, April 11th entry time. Free From the moment his early admission tall, red-and-white-striped hat passes are availappears at their door, Sally able as well to and her brother know that enter at 11am, the “The Cat in the Hat” is the though registramost mischievous cat they tion for these will ever meet. Suddenly the tickets is limited. Friday rainy afternoon is transformed the sale will open with free by the Cat and his antics. Will admission to the public at their house ever be the same?

12 noon. The two day sale Can the kids clean up before event continues on SatMom comes home? With urday with half price day some tricks (and a fish) and Thing Two and Thing One, with T he from 9am to 3pm.

Cat in the Hat, the fun’s never done!

Consignors may choose All tickets are $4. to pick up their remainCowan Center is located at 3900 University Blvd. on The Univering unsold items or donate sity of Texas at Tyler campus. them at the conclusion of Tickets are available at the Box Office, or by calling (903)566the sale. All donated items 7424, or online at www.uttyler.edu/cowan. will go to a local nonprofit charity.

JBF Sale will be held in the Christian Learning Center Gymnasium of First Christian Church, located at 4202 S. Broadway in Tyler.

For more information visit www.easttexas.jbfsale.com or find them on Facebook by searching “Just Between Friends of East Texas.”

A Focus On Holiday And Winter Themed Clothing

Children’s Fun at Cowan Center:

“ZooZoo” & “The Cat in the Hat”

A Holiday December at Liberty Hall

Liberty Hall is offering a December full of family movies! Be sure to get your tickets early, these will be great fun for the entire family.

The 13th Annual • December 3rd - “Christmas Vacation” • December 10th - “White Christmas” Tyler Turkey Trot • December 12th - “Frozen,” A Sing-Along!

The 13th Annual Tyler Tur• December 17th - “It’s a Wonderful Life” key Trot will take place ThursSaturday, December 12th, Liberty day, November 26th. Presented by will offer the classic, “Frozen - A SingBrookshire’s and Premier CrossFit, Along,” which will be fun for kids of the run has become a Thanksgivall ages. Come and sing along with ing Day tradition for many families. this awesome Disney movie!

The 5K and Lil’ Turkey’s Fun Run The classic movie, “Frozen,” is will be held at Racquet and Jog at about Anna, a fearless optimist, sets 5403 S. Broadway in Tyler. off on an epic journey - teaming up The fun will begin with a kid’s dash at 8:30am. Kid’s race partici- with rugged mountain man Kristpants will receive a finisher’s t-shirt and medal. The 5K begins at 9am off and his loyal reindeer Sven - to with an awards ceremony following at 10am. find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers Charities benefited by this run’s registration are Refuge of Light have trapped the kingdom of Arenand Meals on Wheels. Contributions are welcomed without running delle in eternal winter. Encountering as well.

Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls Registration is open through the day of the race. Discounts are and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, available for group registration of five to ten participants. To register Anna and Kristoff battle the elements or for more information visit tylerturkeytrot.com. in a race to save the kingdom. From the outside Anna’s sister, Elsa

Times Square Cinema Continues $1 Kid’s Movies

Times Square Cinema in Tyler is continuing their $1 kids movies this fall.

The movie special will run FridayThursday, excluding Sunday, for one week out of every month. All movies start at 9:30am with doors opening at 9am.

Everyone can buy a ticket for only $1 and ‘kid’s combos’ (popcorn and drink) will be $3.

Scheduled dates are: • November 13th-14th and 16th-19th: “Ramona and Beezus” • December 11th-12th and 14th-17th: “The Polar Express” • January 8th-9th and 11th-14th: “Wallace and Gromit” • February 12th-13th and 15th-18th: “An American Tale” • March 11th-12th and 14th-16th: “Wizard of Oz” (1939) • April 8th-9th and 11th-14th: “The Secret of Nimh” • May 13th-14th and 16th-19th: “All Dogs Go to Heaven 2” You can also visit TylerMovies.com. All showings rated G. Times Square Cinema is located at 5201 S Broadway Ave., Tyler.

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Holiday December Movies:

December 3rd

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December 5 at 8 p.m.

November 7 at 8 p.m.

Marc Broussard Downtown Tyler 103 E. Erwin Tyler, Texas

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Described as “Bayou Soul:” a mix of funk, blues, R&B, rock, and pop, matched with distinct Southern roots!

Gaelic Storm

In partnership with the East Texas Symphony Orchestra Association.

Gaelic Storm infuses traditional Celtic music with modern influences, updating the genre for a new generation of fans raised on rock, country and folk.

November 28 at 8 p.m. -Card 53 Comedy Show

December 12 at 8 p.m.

Henry Cho

Comedian Henry Cho has appeared on NBC’s The Tonight Show, CBS’s The Late, Late, Show, and NBC’s Young Comedians Special. He can be heard nationwide several times weekly on XM Radio’s Channel 151, Laugh USA and Sirius Radio’s Blue Collar Radio channel 103, and Pandora Radio’s PG Comedy Radio channel.

December 10th “White Christmas” December 12th “Frozen,” A Sing-Along!

December 17th “It’s a Wonderful Life”

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