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30 C-130B PLANE CRASH

On a clear day, a C-130B plane fell from the sky and crashed into an Evansville hotel and restaurant, leaving 16 people dead. Twenty years later, those who were there share how it changed their lives.

RIVER WONDERLAND

An 1845-built church has southerners Scott and Sharon Mosley singing the praises of riverfront living in Newburgh, Ind.

FAVORITES OF THE CITY

It’s easy to get to know Evansville. The city is easy-going, congenial, and straightforward. We’re also informed and happy to share what we like best about the place we call home. Here are the favorites of the city – 43 top picks by readers and editors of Evansville Living. 4 JAN | FEB 2012 EVANSVILLE LIVING

ON THE COVER Roscoe, a treeing walker coonhound mix photographed at the Vanderburgh Humane Society by Greg Eans.

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CITY LIFE

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28 22 Model Citizen Jamie Morris: Man on a mission 22 E the People Evansville’s new U.S. Census numbers 23 Encyclopedia Evansvillia Rex Mundi high school

DEPARTMENTS 28 Travel Journal The healing waters of Hot Springs, Ark.

More Inside IN EVERY ISSUE 10 From the Editor Sweating the Small Stuff 13 Conversation 14 Snapshots 120 Final Detail Extreme Makeover – Magazine Edition

GOOD LIVING 17 Evansville Centric A wonder on the ice

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18 Likes What we are really into right now 19 Test Drive Who says women don’t care about cars? 19 Shelf Life Three locallyauthored books reviewed 20 Worth the Drive The eye candy of Columbus, Ind. 21 Creating Admiring the jewelry of Sara K. Rhoades 21 Our Call The best of the best

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40 Digging In Time to trim 40 Get Inspired What’s your Pinterest? 40 On the Market

EAT AND DRINK 83 Cheap Eats Students train while we dine 84 In the Kitchen Red Zone reuben bites 84 Hot Dish Chef-inspired meals delivered to your home 85 Chew on This Tasty tidbits on the dining scene 85 What We’re Trying Now Three restaurants worthy of a taste test: Sweet Baby Cheeses, Mojo’s BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille, and Cleavers 86 Local Flavor A new direction for Red Wagon 88 Dining Directory More than 300 restaurant listings

98 Fifteen Minutes Two unstoppable moviemakers 100 Social Life Affairs of Autumn 103 The Guide The definitive source on where to go and what to do 106 Check It Out A red nose for every child 108 Check It Out Breaking the ice for a good cause 110 Check It Out Showcasing a Methodist heritage 112 Check It Out Top names entertain at Ford Center 117 On Display The museum takes on a contemporary mood

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE 49 The Wedding Book Special Advertising Section

Local couples tell how they said, “I do.” 79 New Year, New You Special Advertising Section

Between a short, yet effective workout plan, skin rejuvenation and makeup remedies, and tips on staying focused, 2012 just might be the year to follow through on New Year’s resolutions

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SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF

ed pens — we burn through them. We agonize over each comma, verb mood, and every tool line in this magazine. We pore over more than 1,000 photos to select about 150 just-right pictures that make it onto our pages. We spend hours directing food photography — as if the food will actually do something — and drive our photographers crazy with demands of our subjects (“Tell her to look at the camera and smile!”). We completely sweat every word on the cover (“Does it have a purpose? Is it an active, positive word?”). We spare ourselves from embarrassment (never again will we have a “beast of chicken” in a dining review) and from being too cliché, colloquial, or snarky in tone (you can read a national magazine for that). And the ads on our pages — up to 150 of them in each issue — receive the same treatment; we fuss over them until, in our view and the client’s, they are perfect. Of course we’re not changing the world and saving lives, though we take the responsibility and privilege of publishing the city magazine here very seriously. Every piece of this magazine is an opportunity to connect, and our goal is to make reading Evansville Living as enjoyable and beautiful as possible. That’s why this issue looks very different

from our last issue — and it’s not only because the adorable Roscoe is on our cover, though it is the first time we’ve featured a cover dog! For more than a year, we have planned the renovation of the way you experience Evansville Living. In the magazine business it’s called a redesign. Industry magazines devote barrels of ink to dissecting successful redesigns, awards are given by our publishing trade associations, and entire design firms have built their business on aiding big publishers in their renovations. We can’t rest on our laurels. We must stay fresh and relevant, even if that means giving up what brought us to the dance. Initiating this complex process, we asked ourselves: Are we providing everything we can for our readers? How can we make Evansville Living even more enjoyable? What we landed on is a much more interactive architecture designed to enhance reader engagement. We gratefully — and often — accept compliments that our magazine pages are pretty to look at. If they’re not looked at, of course, they aren’t read. Our new presentation makes the best use of our real estate, providing you with more and deeper information than ever before. Evansville Living’s new look is modern, vibrant, and optimistic, with a good dose of verve, and that’s due to our creative director, Laura Mathis, and art director Heather Gray. Of course, they received plenty of support from the entire art and editorial team, as well as the whole office. (Laura designed our inaugural style nearly 13 years ago!) I hope you enjoy this issue as much as we enjoyed producing it. As always, I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely,

Kristen K. Tucker Publisher & Editor

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Conversation Uniquely Stated I want to say how much I enjoyed the new (November/December 2011) edition of Evansville Living. I feel it’s very diverse and still has a holiday focus. I really appreciate the new approach to the arena. It’s nice to read something different. Gretchen Ross Assistant Director of Resource Development, United Way of Southwestern Indiana

PHOTO CREDITS: WENDY HUDSON AND HEATHER GRAY BY JENNIFER VARNER. LAURA MATHIS BY GREG EANS

Spot On I couldn’t have explained any more clearly the media shakeup that has gone on in the market over the last few months. Your article (“The Big Switch,” November/December 2011) was spot on and quite informative. Tim Black

Every Word I love the publications that Tucker Publishing Group produces. I read Evansville Living from cover to cover. It is the one and only magazine

Inspired by our story “Playing Dress-Up” (November/December 2011), which took readers through the process of costume designing for the University of Evansville’s depiction of Gypsy in November 2011, we asked our Facebook fans to tell us their favorite musical: ³ West Side Story. Kim Mastison

³ Les Miserables. Mary Biever

³ Rent is my favorite! That or Sweeney Todd. Matthew Williams

When Stratman’s Pharmacy closed in November, we asked our Facebook friends how they felt about losing

that when I get it, I read it all the way through. K.C. Bennett School Board Chair, Holy Rosary Catholic School

Beneficial Coverage Thank you again for the coverage in Evansville Living (“Showtime,” September/October 2011). The phone has been ringing off the hook, and business is wonderful! Court Alton Owner/Manager, Big Slick Entertainment

Job Well Done Thank you so much for the wonderfully presented story (“Making Memories,” November/December 2011). You and your staff did an outstanding job! The rest of the magazine also is stunning! Dennis and Margaret Haire Maggie’s Memories

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Thank you bushels for the well written review of my two children’s books, An Elephant Story for Alex and The Adventures of Zingway, the Monster, in Shelf Life (November/December 2011). Martha McKown, Henderson, Ky.

a longtime Downtown business: ³ I’m not a fan of seeing good, reliable local businesses close. It’s sad news for Downtown Evansville. Kate Goelzhauser

³ I understand their decision, but it’s a BIG loss for Downtown. Stratman’s filled a convenient store and cafeteria need for Main Street. Tracy Pace

³ We will miss them Downtown. John Streetman and I ate lunch there once a week – usually on Thursdays for chicken livers. Matt Rowe

³ “No Like” button required. Art Woodward

As fans and season ticket holders of the Evansville IceMen, we often have tickets to offer on Facebook. Evansville Living friends share our enthusiasm:

³ The Icemen are doing what we hoped they’d do. They’re winning at home and playing above .500 on the road. Keep it up, guys! Bruce Griffin

³ We love the Icemen. The games are fantastic. IceMen don’t disappoint! Schwarz Mari

³ Go Icemen! What a great way to celebrate New Year’s Eve. I hope the Icemen Win and I hope I win too! Connie Corbett

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“I’ve never been so happy to work so hard. It’s great to finally be doing what I love.”

Wendy Hudson As a nontraditional student at the University of Evansville, native Wendy Hudson was wrapping up her second consecutive editorial internship with Tucker Publishing Group when she landed the position i t managing i editor. She believes her eight off associate months of experience with Tucker Publishing Group served as a long-term, no-holds-barred interview for both parties, adding, “It was a great fit for both of us.”

“I wish I still had the nameplate mock-ups from 13 years ago. I wonder if I would still pick the one we have used all these years.”

Laura Mathis Creative Director Laura Mathis has always liked the way words and pictures tell a story. Probably first influenced by Dr. Seuss, and later in college by Rolling Stone, “I have a love/hate relationship with h fonts, f ” she h says. “The “ look and feel of a typeface sets the tone for your message. Sometimes you nail it with the right one, and sometimes “font” is just a four-letter word.” Laura pored over hundreds of fonts for the redesign and ultimately went back to her first choice. “For me, design is an emotional response to a project. It’s usually best to stick with your instincts.”

“Design is like a puzzle. Making the pieces fit together can be a challenge, but there’s nothing more satisfying then coming up with a beautiful solution.”

Heather Gray If you step into the office of art director Heather Gray, you’ll immediately notice her love of fun and whimsical things (and candy). As the resident Internet guru, she’s excited to showcase some off her h latest l t t online li finds fi d in Evansville Living’s new “Likes” section (p. 18). Heather’s playful attitude and fondness for bold color are easily recognized in the redesign of the magazine. “I have an eye for details,” she says. “Small elements like line and space can greatly influence the visual interest of any page.”

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Snapshots

Business As Usual: On a business trip to

Free Floating: During a cruise aboard the

A Piece of Home: While in Cancun, Mexico,

Benvenuto a Italia: David Sanders and Karen A Shared Experience: Marilyn Crickmer of

Saudi Arabia, David Carson, president of CHEM Group in Evansville, shared Evansville Living with Khalil Salama, a business partner.

Donna and Don Baker, Marilyn Crickmer, Tim Thurgood, and Arden Harris â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all of Evansville â&#x20AC;&#x201D; kept Evansville Living by their side.

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Freedom of the Seas ship, Jordan, Tricia, and Kaitlyn Helfert stand with Evansville Living in Labadee, Haiti.

Timberlake of Evansville took Evansville Living along to Cinque Terre, Italy while they vacationed in the town of Riomaggiore.

Sunset Times: Evansville Living Art Direc-

tor Heather and Jason Gray of Poseyville, Ind., enjoy an evening sunset with Evansville Living in Sanibel, Fla.

Evansville shared Evansville Living with Brad and Tammy Stark of West Lake Village, Calif., and Hope Miller of Park Ridge, Ill., on their trip to Aruba.

Welcome to the Masters: Golf fans Ann

Cover Stars: Chris and Mandy Daum, New-

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Stopping In:

Vernon Hunt and Diane Angermeier of Evansville took Evansville Living with them on their first trip to Las Vegas, where they pose in front of the Venetian Hotel.

Opera: Karan and Dr. Ray Pastora of Evansville read Evansville Living in Australia on their way to the Sydney Opera House to see a performance of Le Grand Cirque.

Bridgette Martin of Evansville and Marie Midtlid, a high school foreign exchange student from Norway, posed with Evansville Business magazines during their visit to the Tucker Publishing Group office.

Pinaire of Newburgh, Ind.; Mark, Julie, Kyle, and Luke McCormick of Greensville, S.C.; and Jane Kuykendall of Evansville brought Evansville Living with them to the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Ga.

burgh, Ind., natives who appeared on the cover of the July/August 2010 issue of Evansville Living, and friends Alice Mao and Robert Zhou take a break with the issue at the Badaling, a portion of the Great Wall of China.

Russian Reading: Sam Moore, Sharon Vogler, Donna Gaupel, Kim Spaetti, Sister Leta Zeller, and Julie Deeg — all of Evansville — vacationed in Vladivostok, Russia, with Evansville Living.

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grew, and in 2002, the current two-sheet National Hockey League facility opened. The Skater in You From group hockey lessons to private figure skating classes to a Learn to Skate course, Swonder offers programs for any level skater. They also offer skating lessons for ages three to adults, public skating seven days a week, and an indoor/outdoor skateboarding park open four days a week.

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Improved Skating In 2006, Swonder implemented the U.S. Figure Skating and USA Hockey program, which offers more involved skating lessons. The kids, Crook says, learn more skills at a quicker rate, which has increased retention in each class. “Our classes are much busier than they were even two years ago,” she says.

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Beyond the Ice

On Nov. 5, more than 8,000 fans cheered on the Evansville IceMen at their first home game in the Ford Center. The members of the minor league hockey team hadn’t played for such a large home fanbase. But perhaps the biggest cheerleader — of both the hockey team and the Ford Center — was the IceMen’s former home rink, Swonder Ice Arena. Danielle Crook, assistant facility manager at Swonder, says that since the Ford Center opened in late October, Swonder skating programs have seen significant growth and their public skate sessions have been busier than

ever. “If anyone who attends the Ford Center is interested in getting involved in any kind of ice sport, this is the closest place for them to go,” she says. “So it has really been beneficial for us.” The IceMen, she adds, who still practice five days a week at Swonder, were just one part of what the facility has to offer. Original Skaters The original Swonder Ice Arena opened in 1978, and skating enthusiasts shredded the ice from early morning hours until late evening. As years passed, the demand for a bigger arena

Skater Body In addition to skating programs, Swonder also offers a 10,000-square-foot fitness center. On a daily basis, 50-100 patrons use the center, which offers such amenities as a running track, cardio equipment, free weights, and Zumba classes. Best feature: The rates are cheap ($20 monthly fee or $3 per day). — Trisha Weber

To learn more about classes offered at Swonder, visit www. swonder.evansville.net or call 812-479-0989. EVANSVILLELIVING.COM JAN | FEB 2012 17

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Donald E. Pitzer and D photographer Darryl p D D. Jones take readeers from 19th century New Harmony, Ind., N to the present in New H Harmony: Then & Now. Pit a professor f Pitzer, emeritus of history and director emeritus of the Center for Communal Studies at the University of Southern Indiana, looks into the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past with the history of first settlers, the Harmonists and the Owenites. Jones, whose work has been displayed in New York, Boston, and the Midwest, presents a beautiful collection of photographs, ranging from Fourth of July celebrations to snow-covered rooftops. Quarry Books 2011

Combining his passion of C tthe Christian faith with h his talent for graphic art, EEvansville native Bill Wiist ssketched Bible-related picttures every day for an entire yyear. The result turned into ttwo sketchbooks. In 365 D Days: Sketches & Thoughts, readers follow Wiistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sketch journey while reading the Bible verses that inspired each dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drawing. The other, 365 Day Sketch Journal, includes smaller versions of these same illustrations and verses, leaving white space for readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; sketches. CreateSpace 2011

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Reward yourself with a stay in Columbus, Ind. For too many folks, Columbus, Ind., is a city to drive through en route to Indianapolis (on one of our too-long routes to the state capital, until Interstate 69 is complete) or to the shopper’s bonanza, Edinburgh Premium Outlets. My advice: Slow down, take exit 68 onto the Front Door Bridge, and spend a day in this architectural mecca. Better still, spend a few days and slumber at the Inn at Irwin Gardens. The city of Columbus and the Inn at Irwin Gardens are inextrica-

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bly linked; together they tell the story of Columbus, have shaped the commercial and cultural history of the town, and continue to define what Columbus is today. Columbus banker and businessman Joseph I. Irwin built the Inn, an Italianate design, in 1864. To accommodate four generations of the Irwin family, the home has been enlarged and redesigned over the years, including a significant remodel in 1880. The Inn at Irwin Gardens is in fantastic shape thanks to the

efforts of the new owners Jim and Eve Jackson and innkeepers Chris and Jessica Stevens. Visitors enter the mansion through a grand foyer with quarter-sawn English white oak paneling and an ornate staircase that rises to the second and third floor guest rooms. Although the gardens are not in their original splendor due to a lack of attention in recent years before the current owners moved in, they still are more than worth enjoying during your stay and provided a great place for my kids to play when we stayed there in October. Next door to the Inn is the I.M. Pei designed Columbus Library. Across the street is The First Christian Church (originally known as the Tabernacle Church of Christ), designed by Finnish architect Eliel Saarinen and built in 1942. It was the first contemporary building in Columbus and one of the first churches in the United States to be built in a contemporary architectural style. It was J. Irwin Miller (19092004), great nephew of Cummins Engine founder William Irwin who grew up in the Irwin home, who brought mid-century modern architecture to Columbus. He and his wife Xenia commissioned Saarinen to build the church across the street that set the tone and tempo of the city’s world-class modern architectural development. In 1953, they commissioned Saarinen’s son, Eero, to build their residence. Today, the Miller House, as it is now known, a National Historic Landmark, is owned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art and is regarded by many experts as the finest example of residential mid-century modern architecture in the U.S. Stay at the Inn, but book a tour of the Miller House early; tours book

months in advance. My family was afforded an additional lesson in the significance of Columbus’s architecture during the delicious breakfast served at the Inn, where we shared a table with two couples – college friends and architects from far-flung places. Like us, they had chosen to explore this town of 44,000. Visitors to Columbus can see more than 70 buildings and pieces of public art by internationally noted architects and artists. Nowhere can you see the works of so many great modern architects in such close proximity. For families staying at the Inn, it’s important to note that Columbus offers much more than architectural eye candy. Enjoy landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh’s award-winning park design in Mill Race Park, located just steps away from downtown. Its curving drive follows the line of the river, and from the 84-foot observation tower you can view the river as well as the downtown rooftops and steeples. The city’s newest architectural jewel, The Commons, is also a family play area. Jaws drop at the sight of the 35-foot-tall climber and 5,000-square-foot indoor playground. Also at The Commons is the seven-ton, automated Chaos I sculpture by Jean Tinguely. The work represents one of his main statements: “Life is movement.” The next time you find yourself headed north on Interstate 65, consider not moving so fast and exit off to Columbus, where you’ll be well rewarded. — Kristen K. Tucker

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OUR CALL The annual Best of Evansville, presented in this issue (p. 30), gives us great insight into hometown favorites â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and always a few chuckles. Our online reader poll produced responses worthy of banter on late night talk shows. Âł Winner of our Best Beer Fest, Germania Maennerchor, is a tough one to spell â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our voters spelled it 22 different ways. Also in that category a reader admonished us, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drink.â&#x20AC;? (Ahhh, perhaps he meant he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t drink.) Âł A voter named â&#x20AC;&#x153;nfghnfghâ&#x20AC;? replied. Ashley was the most popular name of the female voters. Âł The Best Ice Cream results were tight. Orange Leaf was declared best, followed very closely by Sweet CeCeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Cold Stone Creamery, to which we did award the vote for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Cod Stone.â&#x20AC;? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not too eager to try fish flavored creamy goodness. Âł An old favorite, the Nisbet Inn, was recognized by one voter as the Best Suburban Hot Spot. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look forward to the day that commercial developments replace the cornfields surrounding this popular watering hole and historic restaurant. Âł Fiji, the South Pacific island nation 7,208 miles from Evansville, received a vote for Best Sushi. Certainly plenty of fresh fish is available there, but Zuki was the top vote getter in the category. Âł Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nice to be remembered. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Late Lamented Fireflyâ&#x20AC;? received a vote for Best Restaurant Service.

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OUT OF THE SKY On a clear day, a C-130B plane fell from the sky and crashed into an Evansville hotel and restaurant, leaving 16 people dead. Twenty years later, those who were there share how it changed their lives By Bob Boxell

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ated from the fuel inside the aircraft roared through the windows of room 416, a meeting room on the fourth ﬂoor of the Drury where two instructors from the University of Southern Indiana were conducting a management seminar for 11 employees of Evansville-based Plumbing & Industrial Supply Co. Nine of the 13 in that room were killed, including four whose bodies were found still in their seats at the conference table. “I was on my phone with the airport’s attorney, and the lights ﬂickered,” Working recalls 20 years later. “Right after that, I heard ‘Code 16,’ which goes out if there’s an aircraft accident, but I didn’t think much of it at the time. It wasn’t that unusual — but it’s usually minor. Then I went to the observation

PICKING UP THE PIECES // The aftermath of airplane pieces and other debris litter the site of the Feb. 6, 1992, C-130B Hercules crash, just a few hundred yards from the U.S. Highway 41 Whirlpool Corporation plant. For miles, Evansvillians witnessed a tower of black smoke from its explosion.

deck and saw the pillar of black smoke. That’s when I knew it was a lot more serious.” At JoJo’s in the moments prior to the crash, as Foronda chopped lettuce, the 28-year-old Phipps walked to the back of the kitchen on the east end of the building. A few seconds later, 27-year-old waitress Lynette Scott walked past. “Then I heard a loud sound like a plane ﬂying real low, and within a fraction of a second it became the loudest thing I ever

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nlike most winter days in the Tri-State, the morning of Thurs., Feb. 6, 1992, dawned clear, warm, and calm. It was a good day to fly, thought Bob Working, manager of Evansville Regional Airport. Two miles down the road, 21-year-old Brian Foronda wasn’t thinking much about the weather. He was working in the kitchen of JoJo’s Restaurant at U.S. Highway 41 and Lynch Road. By 9:45, the breakfast crowd was thinning, giving Foronda a chance to start chopping heads of lettuce for lunchtime and talk about the previous night’s basketball game between the University of North Carolina and Duke University with his buddy and fellow employee, Matt Phipps, the dishwasher. At the same time, a five-member crew from the Kentucky Air National Guard’s 123rd Tactical Airlift Wing based at Standiford Field in Louisville was practicing touch-and-go landings at Evansville Regional Airport. It was part of routine pilot training in their C-130B Hercules, a hulking, four-turboprop military transport plane. Standiford Field had just radioed the crew with instructions to wrap up the exercise and return to Louisville when one of the two co-pilots, under the direction of an experienced instructor pilot, performed a low-level turning maneuver south of the airport. But the lumbering aircraft was going too slowly as the turn began. From 1,300 feet, the C-130 stalled and fell from the sky, smashing almost straight into the ground at the north end of the Drury Inn and the east end of JoJo’s (now Denny’s). The force of the impact was so powerful that large chunks of the concrete swimming pool deck were later found on top of the four-story hotel. All five inside the plane died instantly. The fireball cre-

EVANSVILLE, IN heard in my life,â&#x20AC;? recalls Foronda. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got knocked down, and my ďŹ rst thought was maybe we had been bombed; this was near the time of Operation Desert Storm. My second thought was, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;My boss is going to be mad because we have so much mess to clean up.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; And then my third thought was to get out of the building because there was a ďŹ re. When I got to the front, my boss was the only other one left inside, and he told me to get out. I told him, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;No, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not leaving without Matt.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; I called for Matt, and I expected him to walk out, but he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. I waited, and ďŹ nally the ďŹ re department sent someone in wearing a moon suit and made me leave. Then, later, I realized Lynette had walked back to the break room, probably to smoke a cigarette.â&#x20AC;? Phipps and Scott died when a large piece of the tail section crushed the back of the restaurant. Foronda was the only person among the approximately 15 inside JoJoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at the time of the crash who was hospitalized. He was treated for a cut on the back of his head and smoke inhalation. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know you always hear a bunch of compliments when someone dies, but Matt and Lynette were the two best people employed there,â&#x20AC;? Foronda says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were the two people I would have trusted with my own kid. They were both very genuine. Lynette was very kind. Matt was a unique individual â&#x20AC;&#x201D; very organized, a great guy.â&#x20AC;?

THE DEATH TOLL from Feb. 6 remained at 16 until Feb. 24, when Evansville Police Department ofďŹ cer James Gibson Jr. died at his home. Gibson was one of the ďŹ rst policemen on the scene and entered the Drury several times to help victims, according to reports. He was admitted to a hospital later that day after complaining of sickness. His death was ruled suicide from a prescription drug overdose, although family members disputed the coronerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ ndings. The tragic accident cost the Air Force $36.3 million to settle wrongful death, personal injury, and property damage claims. A little more than $1.7 million was spent to restore the Drury Inn, and it re-opened on June 19, 1992 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; without a room 416. That area has been used for storage ever since the re-opening. JoJoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was rebuilt and re-opened later that year. For the families and close friends of the 17 who died, the restorations and wrongful

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death settlements may bring little consolation. However, Evansville-Vanderburgh County Emergency Management Agency Director Sherman Greer insists that tragedies such as this can be used to help future responders. Now 63, Greer was on the scene with the Gibson County ambulance service the night of Dec. 13, 1977, when the plane carrying the University of Evansville basketball team crashed near the Evansville airport. He was the EMA director when the C-130 crashed in 1992 and has been a key organizer for response teams dealing with disasters such as the tornado in November, 2005, which killed 20 in Vanderburgh County and ﬁve in Warrick County. Asked to compare emergency response actions at the 1977 and 1992 airplane crashes, Greer says, “There was no comparison between the two, none whatsoever. It was much more organized in 1992. I know people from the ﬁre department and police department who worked the Aces’ crash. They made sure plans were made afterward to improve the coordination; they didn’t want the same things to happen. People knew their responsibilities much better in

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’92. That day, the police chief, fire chief, who has access and who does not.” emergency medical people, and the people Another change was the stoppage, at from the Drury Inn and JoJo’s got together least temporarily, of military training exright away. The Red Cross was there to help ercises at Evansville Regional Airport. In families. You’re behind the eightball right the weeks following the crash, Whirlpool away when tragedies like 1992 occur be- Corporation officials protested the training cause there’s no time to prepare. flights most vehemently, which You have to get yourself orgawas not surprising since their There was a lot nized quickly, and that’s someHighway 41 plant just south of hazardous thing that each of these disasters of the airport employed hunmaterial on that dreds at the time. The military has taught us. “We got rave reviews from plane. People acquiesced, although Working our response to the 2005 tor- were coming in says there has been a slow but nado, and a lot of that was be- to help who we steady increase in the number cause of what we learned from should have kept of military training flights in responding to the plane crash in recent years. Working retired 1992. We do after-action reports at bay. in 2010 after 24 years as manlike these right here,” Greer says ager. According to him and curas he picks up a thick booklet. “We take rent airport manager Doug Joest, there is those lessons learned, make corrections in no policy saying military operations such our existing plans, disseminate them to all as touch-and-go’s are prohibited. In fact, the responders, and then practice it. But we Evansville Regional officials could not prelearn the most from a real event.” vent military training exercises from takOne change that came from the 1992 ing place even if they wanted to, since the crash was increased security measures. airport receives federal grants to help pay Good Samaritans abounded in the chaos for construction projects. “There is a whole immediately following the crash at the host of grant assurances,” says Joest. “If the Drury Inn and JoJo’s, but their selfless- federal government is paying for a runway, ness put them and others in peril, ac- they have the right to use it.” cording to Greer. Adds Working, “I do recall a C-130 com“People were walking around and wad- ing down here from Peoria (Ill.) not too ing through stuff,” Greer remembers. “You many years ago and conducting training exdidn’t know if you were going to go home ercises. I heard that some people were upset that night and see your shoes glowing. that they were allowed to be here in EvansThere was a lot of hazardous material on ville, but I never heard complaints from that plane. People were coming in to help anyone directly. The crash took place a long who we should have kept at bay. There time ago, but some people still remember.” could have been secondary explosions. We were lucky that didn’t happen. Now, as a result of what took place at the Drury and ONE WHO WILL NEVER forget is FoJoJo’s in 1992, we determine very quickly ronda. His only physical reminder from

Casualties From the Crash DRURY INN Darrel D. Arnold, 38, Evansville Charles R. Berqwitz, 22, Evansville Robert A. Hayes, 45, Evansville David W. Horton, 29, Evansville Ronnie E. Keown, 45, Chandler, Ind. Matthew J. Prasek, 27, Evansville Thomas R. Ruby, 28, Evansville John R. Stallings, 41, Evansville Harry M. Tenbarge, 51, Evansville

JOJO’S Matthew Phipps, 28, Evansville Lynette Scott, 27, Evansville

KENTUCKY AIR NATIONAL GUARD CREW Msgt. William G. Hawkins, 41, Crestwood, Ky. Captain Warren J. Klingaman, 29, Louisville, Ky. Msgt. John M. Medley, 38, Louisville, Ky. Major Richard A. Strang, 39, Floyds Knobs, Ky. 2nd Lt. Vincent D. Yancar, 25, Louisville, Ky. The EPD officer who died at home was James Gibson, Jr., 40, Evansville.

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DEVASTATING TOLL // Media swarmed to the crash site as the Tri-State grieved for the victims of the C-130B plane crash. Between the five National Guardsmen inside the helicopter, a few workers at JoJo’s Restaurant, and several local professionals participating in a management seminar at the Drury Inn, 16 people were killed.

that day is the scar from the head laceration, hidden by his thick black hair. He began working at JoJo’s when he was still a Central High School student in 1988 and mustered the courage to return there as an employee in the fall of 1992 when JoJo’s reopened. For more than a year following the crash, he received help from a psychologist and psychiatrist to deal with post-traumatic stress disorder. Foronda moved up to general manager at JoJo’s before leaving the business in 2004. He still lives in Evansville. “I have nightmares of being in a ﬁeld, and a plane crashes, and I’m running from it,” Foronda says. “I used to have them every night 20 years ago, then maybe once a week 19 years ago, and now it’s once every three or four months. “It used to be a struggle. It set me back emotionally, but the positive is that I don’t take things for granted as much as I did. I feel like I’m on borrowed time. What still gets me is what could have happened — if Lynette didn’t smoke a cigarette, if Matt didn’t walk to the back of the kitchen. Things like that go through my mind when I think about the last couple moments of their lives. “Days later, after they took out the rubble at JoJo’s, half the building was gone. But one beam, coming up from the ground, was still in place toward the back of the place. I looked at it, and realized that’s right where I had been standing, chopping lettuce. That beam is what saved me.” EVANSVILLELIVING.COM JAN | FEB 2012 27

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THERE MUST BE SOMETHING IN THE WATER Dive into the relaxing mineral baths and outdoor adventures of the Diamond Lakes region of Arkansas Story and photos by Laura M. Mathis

n a recent fall trip to Hot Springs, Ark., I met several people who either moved there to reinvent themselves, or were locals who found the diversity of this Ouachita mountain region in southwest Arkansas too appealing to stay in the same life. The healing mineral waters that bubble to the surface at 143 degrees certainly can be intoxicating. Native Americans and early settlers recognized the value of this natural phenomenon in the area they called The Valley of the Vapors. In 1832, Congress granted federal protection to the springs and forest and by 1921, the area was named Hot Springs National Park. Famed gangsters from the 1930s, including Al Capone and Lucky Luciano, also sought refuge here for the medicinal waters and rampant illegal gambling of the day. Although there have been several incarnations of bathhouses around the 47 naturally occurring springs, Bathhouse Row was completed in 1923 and ushered in the luxury spa. Opulent touches, such as marbled walls and stained glass ceilings still are visible today. While eight bathhouses originally greeted visitors from around the world, their decline began in the early 70s, and by 1974 Bathhouse Row was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today only two bathhouses still are in operation — the Quapaw and Buckstaff. The Fordyce has been renovated into a museum and is the Park’s visitor center, and the Ozark Bathhouse is home to the Museum of Contemporary Art.

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SWEET SERENITY // Clockwise from top left: The Arlington Hotel in Downtown Hot Springs; original stained glassed ceiling in the Fordyce Bathhouse turned museum; Maurice Bathhouse; Anthony Chapel in Garvan Woodland Gardens; and houseboating on Lake Ouachita.

COME ON IN, THE WATER IS FINE My first encounter with the mysterious healing waters came from the spa at the Arlington Hotel where I stayed. This grand old hotel sits in the center of downtown and is just steps away from the park. I was offered a historic spa treatment, which includes a whirlpool mineral bath, hot and cold wet wraps, a dry sauna, steam bath, and full-body Swedish massage. A personal attendant took me through each procedure in a clinical, circa 1924, atmosphere. It was old-school in the best way. The Arlington has housed many celebrities, but none more frequently than Al Capone. His favorite room, 442, gave him access to the entire floor, and is available for overnight accommodations. A sweeping veranda encircles the view of downtown, while the recently renovated lobby is a hot spot for live jazz and dancing on the weekends. The spa treatment at the Quapaw Baths and Spas rotated me between four public thermal pools that ranged from 80-105 degrees. A couple of Russian tour groups from Chicago also were bathing, which definitely added to the old world European flair. If you don’t like a crowd, private mineral baths are also available. I finished my day with a revitalizing body polish and facial, starting to understand the allure.

shoreline, and has been named one of the cleanest lakes in America. This old river rat couldn’t resist a slow journey around the lake with captain Bill Cattaneo of DreamChaser Houseboat Rentals. Once a nineto-ﬁve businessman, Cattaneo, too, could feel the water pulling him into a life surrounded by serenity and gorgeous scenery.

BACK ON DRY LAND If water is not your thing, don’t despair. Hot Springs offers plenty of land-locked gems, including my favorite public garden, Garvan Woodland Gardens. The land was donated by lumber and brick baroness Verna Garvan and is part of the University of Arkansas School of Architecture. With more than 16 separate gardens and vistas on more than 200 acres, something is in bloom year-round. A favorite wedding destination, the Anthony Chapel soars 57 feet with ﬂoor to ceiling windows, exuding the feel that it was “grown” into place. Back in downtown Hot Springs, there are plenty of unique shopping opportunities, not the least of which is Tillman’s

Antiques. Charming owner Davis Tillman spent 25 years in the theatre, but moved back to Hot Springs to take over the family business. His collection of estate jewelry and ﬁne antiques are considered some of the best in the south. The call to Hot Springs just keeps getting louder. For the horse-race enthusiast, Oaklawn is home to the Arkansas Derby and runs live meets from Jan. 13 – Apr. 14. Simulcasting and para-mutual electronic gaming keep this a year-round entertainment facility. Whatever your reason to visit, the medicinal thermal waters may heal your body, but the tranquil setting of Hot Springs will likely heal your soul.

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FAVORITES OF OUR CITY It’s easy to get to know Evansville. The city is easy-going, congenial, and straightforward. We’re also informed and happy to share what we like best about the place we call home. Here are the favorites of the city – 43 top picks by readers and editors of Evansville Living. EDITED BY WENDY HUDSON, TRISHA WEBER, AND ANDREW FENDRICH

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YEN CHING BEST CHINESE RESTAURANT READERS’ PICK

2 RIORDAN FINANCIAL BEST FINANCIAL ADVISOR READERS’ PICK

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We all like a ﬁnancial advisor to have a little experience — in life and business. Matthew Riordan — raised, educated, and still living on Evansville’s West Side — relies on his hometown experience to give his clients the best service possible. Our readers appreciate it and consider him the best in the business.

VS. 3 ICEMEN BRAHMAS BEST SPORTS PLAY EDITORS’ PICK

After three losses in a row bumped them from ﬁrst to third place in the Turner Conference of the Central Hockey League, the Evansville IceMen needed a pick-me-up. On Dec. 23, just in time for Christmas, redemption came with a 3-1 win against

numbered, not ranked. We love all the winners equally.

Yen Ching (406 S. Green River Road) captures “Best Chinese Restaurant “ for the sixth time. The ancient name for Beijing, the owners and staff of Yen Ching take pride in offering an authentic regional Chinese experience. Dine in with a group and ask to be seated at a table with a lazy Susan and share specialties we love, like Hunan fish, lemon chicken, and not-to-be resisted crab Rangoon.

the Texas Brahmas. The most notable moment of the game came in the last 9.4 seconds. The Brahmas’ goaltender had abandoned the goal to assist attacking, and seeing opportunity, the IceMen’s Malcolm Gwilliam stole the puck and made a swift pass to Josh Beaulieu for an empty-net score.

UNFRIED 4 JAN BEST ARTIST READERS’ PICK

Jan Unfried loves to paint. She got her mother and sister hooked on painting and has energized the art-appreciating communities of Evansville and New Harmony, Ind.

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BEST DRESSED You won’t see Mary-Beth Owen, president of Ad Cetera Promotions, a local promotional product company, in the grocery aisle wearing baggy sweats. Our Editors’ Pick for Evansville’s Best Dressed, Owen says, “When you look good outwardly, you feel better about yourself inwardly. That warmth and confidence shines through.” She’s also a part-time personal shopper at Stein Mart, an upscale discount specialty chain store, where she helps women find their own style. “I also love to flip through fashion magazines such as InStyle, Vogue, W, and Vanity Fair to check out the latest trends,” she says. We love Mary-Beth’s approach to personal style – and her closet.

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VANDERBURGH READERS’ PICK HUMANE SOCIETY BEST PLACE TO VOLUNTEER

The 54-year-old Vanderburgh Humane Society (400 Millner Industrial Drive) is a home to stray animals, a refuge for the furry and abused, and an advocate for keeping the pet population in check. From dogs and cats to rabbits and hamsters, volunteers help groom, walk, and play with each animal as it waits for a loving adoptive home. With the help of these unpaid, committed workers, the shelter found homes for more than 1,000 animals last year.

7 BIAGGI’S BEST RESTAURANT SERVICE READERS’ PICK

Linen tablecloths: check. Servers donning aprons who remember your name and know the menu inside and out: check. Olive oil with salt and Parmesan cheese expertly prepared right at your table for your bread: check. Our readers have found the service, atmosphere, and food at Biaggi’s (6401 E. Lloyd Expressway) are worth checking out again and again.

LOUIE 8 BAR BEST SUBURBAN HOT SPOT READERS’ PICK

Bar Louie (7700 Eagle Crest Blvd.) took home two “Best Of” awards last year and earned its place on our cover. With great pricing on drinks and food, and open doors until 2 a.m. through the week, Bar Louie is back on the list as Best Suburban Hot Spot.

9 EVANSVILLE RIVERFRONT BEST PLACE TO RUN, WALK, BIKE READERS’ PICK

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cling along the Downtown trek that overlooks the Ohio River. According to our readers, locals prefer to do their exercise, sunny or not, along this river-route to any other scenic path in the city — enjoying the frequent barges ﬂoating by or using the boat ramp as a hill workout.

WETLANDS 10 HOWELL BEST BOARDWALK EDITORS’ PICK

Big, beautiful beaches? You won’t ﬁnd white sand in the Pocket City, but if you’re looking for a boardwalk, try the West Side’s Howell Wetlands. The 35acre ecosystem is no longer a dumping ground, and more than two miles of trails spread across the marsh, cypress slough, prairie, and bottomland hardwood forest. Included on those trails are what we’ll call boardwalks that traipse above Oxbow Lake and Bald Cypress Basin. The environment is picture perfect.

11 GERMANIA MAENNERCHOR BEST BEER FEST

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Each August, Evansville gathers for a three-day celebration in honor of the town’s Deutsch heritage. Voted “Best Beer Fest” by our readers, the 50-year-old annual party showcases German music, food, and beer as partygoers sport old world German apparel such as the lederhosen and dirndl. Who knew those German guys had such great legs?

12 D-PATRICK BEST CAR DEALERSHIP READERS’ PICK

D-Patrick has come a long way since the inception of Downtown’s O’Daniel-Ranes in 1934. Automobile makes and models have come and gone, and many locations have been added (500 Walnut St., 120 N. Green River Road, 4300 E. Division St. Auto Plaza, 3100 Highway 62 West, Boonville, Ind., and 4077 Indiana 261, Newburgh, Ind.). What remains the same is D-Patrick’s dedication to top-notch service to the community: The company supports more than 75 community organizations in the Evansville metro area.

PHOTO CREDITS: VHS BY HEATHER GRAY. GERMANIA MAENNERCHOR BY MARK MCCOY.

Her specialty, still life, awakens the common sights and smells of home. Her art is displayed at numerous galleries and she also helps coordinate art shows.

VOLUNTEERS MARGIE COX AND GAIL WEYER PLAY WITH STORMY, A 4-YEAR-OLD SPAYED SHEPHERD MIX. LIKE OUR COVER DOG ROSCOE, AN 11-MONTH OLD TREEING WALKER COONHOUND MIX, SHE IS ALSO CURRENTLY UP FOR ADOPTION.

13 KOHL’S BEST PLACE TO SHOP FOR DEALS READERS’ PICK

Frequent sales and a customer-friendly return policy earn Kohl’s (4200 Hogue Road and 201 N. Burkhardt Road) the distinction of Best Place to Shop for Deals. With celebrity name designs, such as Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, it’s tough to beat the deals at Kohl’s.

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17 PETSMART BEST PET GROOMING READERS’ PICK

If you’re not sure where to take your best four-legged friends to keep them well groomed, trained, and treated, look no further than PetSmart (215 N. Burkhardt Road). Our readers agree that the services provided there are unmatched by other pet stores. Want to adopt a pet? PetSmart can help you with that also.

STACEY SHANKS BEST YOGA INSTRUCTOR Stacey Shanks remembers the first time she took a yoga class. The stresses of life seemed to melt away, and she knew then that she wanted to help others limber up – physically and spiritually. Now, not only does she teach yoga in two Evansville studios, she has also helped start the Youth Yoga School, dedicated to teaching yoga to children.

FRESH MARKET 15 THE BEST WAY TO FIND CHEESE

TOYBOX 18 GONZO’S BEST LOCAL BAND

YOU NEVER KNEW EXISTED EDITORS’ PICK

Only one of our associates is from Wisconsin, but we love our cheese. So when Fresh Market (6401 E. Lloyd Expressway) CEO Craig Carlock says the store’s atmosphere is reminiscent of old-world European markets, we agree. It’s also refreshingly different and plentiful, especially in the cheese department. Anywhere we can try more than 200 artisan varieties is a winner by our standards.

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Gonzo’s Toybox knows how to please a crowd – their energy always leaves fans screaming for more. Making a name for themselves belting out a wide range of popular rock, alternative, and metal hits, the cover band – featuring lead singer Mark Goines and guitarist Fred Hunt – indulges a broad list of genres.

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RITZY’S 16 G.D. BEST FRENCH FRIES G.D. Ritzy’s has traveled from its 1980 hometown in Texas to supply Evansville with three locations to choose from (4320 N. First Ave., 4810 University Drive, and 601 N. Green River Road). Each location provides a unique feel, but all three work together to serve up our readers’ favorite french fries. Of course, after eating a burger and those crisp, thin, delicious fries, you may want some of their famous ice cream for dessert. READERS’ PICK

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19 LARRY ZOLLER BEST ROLE MODEL Larry Zoller is a tough-as-nails swim coach at Mount Vernon High School, just west of Evansville, and his approach to swimming brings results. His program regularly ranks nationally in the top 10 men’s and women’s high school teams for schools with fewer than 900 students, and they also rank in the top 20 teams in Indiana, regardless of school size. In his career, Zoller’s swim teams for boys and girls have amassed 30 sectional titles.

RACE FOR THE CURE 20 BEST 5K RACE READERS’ PICK

Since it started in 1982, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization has raised $1.9 billion for breast cancer research, helping millions of women across the globe. The national nonproﬁt has 121 afﬁliates across the country, including in Evansville where every September, women, men, and children take part in what our readers dubbed the “Best 5K Race” in town. Since 2003, the 3.1-miler consistently has raised more than $1 million each year. EVANSVILLELIVING.COM JAN | FEB 2012 33

21 SHYLER’S BEST BARBECUE READERS’ PICK

Our readers named Shyler’s (405 S. Green River Road) southern comfort and flavor as their favorite place to marinate their chins and empty out napkin dispensers. Its founder, J.B. Simmons, perfected his barbecue recipe in Tennessee, and the wood-fire grilled pork or baby-back ribs, as well as many other choices, reflect his southern heritage.

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BAR 22 LAMASCO & GRILL READERS’ PICK

Lamasco Bar & Grill (1331 W. Franklin St.) is renowned for its vibrant live-music scene, boasting such impressive local and regional acts as HeyPenny, Library Trio, and Andrea Wirth. Our readers know they also serve up a mean lunch. Picture “The Lamasco Burger”: 2/3 pound of meat stuffed with cheese and complimented with fresh toppings. If that doesn’t get your mouth watering, you can choose from other burgers, sandwiches, and soups. From the music to the meals, there are many ways to “get Lamascoed.”

FLUTTER, EDITORS’ PICK WILDFLOWER BOUTIQUE, AND EXCURSIONS BEST OUT-OFTOWN STYLES

Our choices for best local shops for outof-town styles are as different as they are the same. Flutter sits in the heart of historic downtown Newburgh (100 State St.) and gives off a vintage vibe. Wildflower Boutique (2809 Lincoln Ave. and outposts in French Lick, Ind., and West Baden, Ind.) offers a stylish array of resort and casual clothing, including Eileen Fisher designs. Excursions (4910 Lincoln Ave. and 2738 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky.) offers a bright, modern shopping experience which includes favorite designers BGBG and Trina Turk. What they all have in common are fashion forward designs from the fun and funky to the chic and classy, and everything in between.

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JEFF LYONS

READERS’ PICK

BEST METEOROLOGIST

When Jeff Lyons wrote “Changing Weather” for Evansville Living (May/June 2009), he described the weathercaster’s job as “a fine balance between technical expertise, meteorological knowledge, and personality.” His community service and sense of humor have earned him yet another “seal of approval” — this one from our readers.

PHOTOGRAPHY 27 DIA BEST PHOTOGRAPHER READERS’ PICK

ERIN MORRISON, OWNER OF FLUTTER

Family owned and operated since 1972, Brinker’s Jewelers (111 S. Green River Road) is known for fine jewelry and watch lines and quality custom designs. Our readers love that the jewelers at Brinker’s aspire to know each of their customers and to find them the perfect jewelry for their needs and budget. President Dean Brinker says, “Our goal is to bring joy to customers in Evansville and beyond.”

David Greene always has been passionate about capturing the best possible images; that’s why our readers voted him Best Photographer. While his portrait work is excellent (we think his photos of children are particularly touching), he recently jumped into the world of fashion photography. Any serious model would be wise to check him out.

MUNOZ 28 JAYSON BEST FRESH IDEAS EDITORS’ PICK

From recent additions to his Asian menu, Kanpai owner Jayson Munoz proved he’s fresh with ideas. The mouth-watering updates include the Chilled Tuna Pasta, strips of sashimi grade tuna smothered in

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a sesame sauce, and the Pow Pow Shrimp, a tempura, rock shrimp served in a garlic cream sauce. “I want to keep things fresh,” says Munoz. “I want to give people new things to try.”

READERS’ PICK

32 ORANGE LEAF BEST ICE CREAM/ FROZEN YOGURT

HIBACHI 29 ZUKI GRILLE AND SUSHI LOUNGE

Some things are just good no matter what time of year it is — fruit, cereal, candy, frozen desserts. Fortunately, our readers know that Orange Leaf (701 N. Burkhardt Road) can hook them up with all four. From a cup of smooth, creamy yogurt — winter flavors include gingerbread and eggnog — to a sprinkling of one or more of their 35 toppings, you can be, as they say at Orange Leaf, the “master of your dessert.”

BEST SUSHI READERS’ PICK

Dinner and a show is the norm at Zuki (1448 N. Green River Road), where the chefs keep you entertained while they cook, and our readers have selected Zuki’s sushi as Evansville’s best (for the second year in a row). Sushi fans can’t go wrong with more than 50 mouth-watering sushi options ranging from cooked (for the sushi timid) or raw (for aﬁcionados). Want to try something else? Zuki also offers other Japanese delicacies, grilled hibachi-style.

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30 SUSAN HYATT BEST VOICE OF INSPIRATION Master Certified Life Coach and author Susan Hyatt is as real as it gets. Her savvy approach to weight loss, career development, and handling the challenges of life is refreshing, fun, and a bit rebellious. “You don’t need to ‘help’ yourself to heal yourself,” she says. “You simply need to start thinking and behaving like the badass you already are.” We like the way she thinks.

UPSCALE 31 MOLLY’S CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE

BEST CONSIGNMENT SHOP READERS’ PICK

From the vintage feel of the original Molly’s on Main to the high-exposure of the East Side Shoe Carnival strip mall, Molly’s Upscale Consignment Boutique (511 N. Green River Road) has never been your average consignment shop. Specializing in high-end clothing and designer handbags, the shop also features

jewelry and other works by local artists. In love with consignment shopping since she was a little girl, owner Molly Whitley says, “You never know what kind of treasure you’ll ﬁnd.”

MARCHAND 33 JOAN BRIDGE BEST UNDERRATED OVERLOOK EDITORS’ PICK

Plenty of beautiful views exist in Evansville — the Ohio River from the upper ﬂoors of Old National Bank, the city from the Ohio River. This year we eye a different spot, one restored in October 2009. The 1891-built Joan Marchand Bridge (named for the city’s longtime historic preservation ofﬁcer who died in 1997) on Ohio Street between Fulton and Wabash Avenues now is bright red.

CHICAGO 34 OLD BEST BEER MENU READERS’ PICK

With 110 beers to choose from, it’s no wonder our readers consider the beer menu at Old Chicago (6550 E. Lloyd Expressway) to be the best. Four-beer ﬂights are offered for the curious; the World Beer Tour is for the committed. Who can deny that a tall mug of frosty beer is the best accompaniment to a thick, satisfying deep-dish pizza?

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ALEKSANDR’S 35 SHANNON SALON AND SPA PLACE TO GET A 36 BEST MASSAGE, BEST SALON READERS’ PICK

Cut, style, color, texture, conditioning — all performed by skilled professionals who consider a client’s hair type and lifestyle before making a move on her hair — this is what Shannon Aleksandr’s Salon and Spa (5600 Virginia St.) offers. Add to that a long list of spa services, including various massage treatments, for a complete pampering experience. Our readers love that associates are on trend and continually train to provide the newest and best services. Bonus — the shop offers an entire line of organic skincare.

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When Jerry and Janie Murrell decided to open a burger joint in the Washington, D.C., area with their sons, their main concern was serving up a good burger. Now, 25 years and more than 900 locations later, it’s obvious they did something right. When Five Guys (5402 E. Indiana St.) opened their doors on the East Side last February, our readers couldn’t wait to get their hands on a burger and grease-stained bag of fries.

Downtown Owensboro, Ky., bustles even on a Saturday afternoon. A brief itinerary: The Crème Coffee House, a bohemian shop with cool music, wonderfully rehabbed digs, and damn good desserts; Patti’s ReSale, a consignment shop with a 40-year history; and Famous Bistro, a Mediterranean restaurant with unique dishes and breakfast during the Saturday lunch hours (try the biscuits and gravy).

40 EVANSVILLE MUSEUM OF ARTS, HISTORY AND SCIENCE BEST ART GALLERY

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RÍ RÁ IRISH PUB BEST DOWNTOWN HOT SPOT The staff at Rí Rá (701-B N.W. Riverside Drive) say that entering the doors is like stepping “into a small corner of Ireland,” and we agree: a pub that boasts an interior completely salvaged and restored in Ireland, Rí Rá is about as authentic as it gets. Our readers named the restaurant Best Downtown Hot Spot for its delicious food, Pub Quiz Fun nights, music, and sports, including English Premier League soccer. 36 JAN | FEB 2012 EVANSVILLE LIVING

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Our readers agree that the best place in Evansville to visit past, present, and future worlds is the Evansville Museum of Arts, History, and Science (411 S.E. Riverside Drive). The museum is currently in the 4th phase of a ﬁve-phase $17.5 million renovation and expansion, adding a new Learning Center, the interactive Welborn Baptist Foundation Family Place, and Center for History and Science. (Construction is under way; the museum is closed through January.)

For more than 100 years, Zeidler’s (2011 N. Fulton Ave., 401 S. Green River Road, and 8666 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, Ind.) has been the city’s go-to florist for tried-andtrue traditions such as roses and floral bouquets. These days, Zeidler’s also offers gifts such as the “Holiday Party Basket,” brimming with 2-liter bottles of pop, crackers, chips, candy, and cheese; and the popular, of course, “Chocoholic Basket.”

SHOULDERS/ 42 MIKE VPS ARCHITECTURE BEST ARCHITECT READERS’ PICK

No doubt the architectural contributions of Mike Shoulders, CEO of VPS Architecture, will remain signiﬁcant for decades, if not centuries, here in Evansville. Readers recognized Shoulders as Best Architect for his design achievements, including the Old National Bancorp Headquarters, the Centre, and North High School and Middle School.

43 CROSS-EYED CRICKET BEST SURVIVOR EDITORS’ PICK

We applaud the little West Side restaurant with the unimposing facade and progressive business plan. The Cross-Eyed Cricket (2101 W. Lloyd Expressway) has been serving up homemade specials to hungry diners for more than 20 years. Cross-eyed Cricket now markets straight to patrons’ inboxes with email specials and online ordering. On Sundays, come for free pie with plate lunches.

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Neighborhood: Mueller Manor N Vitals: With various updates V iincluding a new roof, cabinets, in ccounter tops, and modern aappliances, this custom-built, 55-bedroom home in St. Phillillips is ideal for large families. Outside, a covered back porch encourages entertaining, and a concrete drive leads to the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4-car garage. Listing Agent: Peter Helfrich, Helfrich Realty, 812-464-5655

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1225 Spring Creek Drive Listing Price: $489,900 L N Neighborhood: Ent Acres V Vitals: Inside this one-owner, 44-bedroom colonial home on the N North Side, guests are greeted with an elegant hardwood foyer. w A sunken living room opens to i t patio ti in i the th b k d with it mature trees and wildlife a private backyard galore. Another delightful treat â&#x20AC;&#x201D; if you like to cook, or eat â&#x20AC;&#x201D; is the kitchen with its granite countertops, huge island with Jenn-air cook top, double ovens, walk-in pantry, and breakfast bar. Listing Agent: Deanne Naas, F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors, 812-459-6227

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Wonderland An 1845-built church has one couple singing the praises of riverfront living BY SHARON MOSLEY t PHOTOS BY JERRY BUTTS 42 JAN | FEB 2012 EVANSVILLE LIVING

ABOVE IT ALL // When Scott and Sharon Mosley moved from Little Rock, Ark., their home of 30 years, they fell in love with their new condominium’s character and rich history as a church — not to mention the unhindered views of the Ohio River.

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LADY IN RED // A fondness for red led to the dark crimson and gold palette throughout the 3,850-square-foot riverfront home. The extensive stained-glass window in the foyer (left) remains from the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s days as a church. The intricately carved Parisian hutch (above) was purchased instead of a new car. The kitchen was completely renovated, featuring new cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops, and the master bath boasts a custom stained-glass panel.

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“I’m not moving

north of the Mason-Dixon Line!” I declared when my husband Scott proposed that we relocate to the Evansville area several years ago. I’m a diehard Southerner, yet now live north of that famous dividing line — in Newburgh, Ind., overlooking the Ohio River and the riverbank of northern Kentucky, a stone’s throw from the Civil War border. In fact, as we’ve learned, Newburgh was the first northern town captured during the Civil War, falling without a shot fired. Moving from Little Rock, Ark., where we had lived for 30 years was a major change for both of us. After restoring a 6,000-square-foot, 1893-built Queen Anne Victorian home in Little Rock’s Quapaw Quarter, we became committed preservationists. Evansville real estate broker associate Carol McClintock took us on a tour of the Riverside Historic District, a convenient area where Scott’s office, Ten Adams, is located in a Victorian home on First Street. Our tour ended in Newburgh where McClintock showed me the penthouse of the Riverwalk Condominiums on East Jennings Street. I saw it and said, “Scott will either love it or hate it!” I was right. The next day, he looked at the wonderful stained glass, the upstairs bar, and the river view. He immediately committed to owning the property.

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RIVER VIEW // With the second levelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spacious, open floor plan, the master bedroom is divided from the great room by only a large, decorative panel. It is this openness that affords the breathtaking views of the Ohio River from this entire level of the home.

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WE NEVER HAD experienced condominium living, but this structure, an 1854-built Methodist Episcopal church, appealed to us with its rich history and unique character. In the ’70s, the building had a series of owners including the Newburgh Jaycees, a group of businesspeople who used the church as a clubhouse. Then in 1979, George “Butch” Corne bought the building and transformed the interior into the Sprinklesburg Manor. Well-known river rat Carl Riecken bought the property in 1993, and he and his wife Linda added more extensive renovations. Evansville Living featured the Rieckens’ home in the November/December 2000 issue (“Personal Space,” p. 19). Now, six condominiums fit snuggly in the building. After Scott and I bought the 3,850square-foot unit in 2008, he moved in and lived with patio furniture while I stayed in Little Rock to sell our home — a far more daunting task than we imagined. Scott, who is quite the handyman after living in five historic homes during our 33 years of marriage, spent his weekends focused on projects such as updating light fixtures and building an arbor over the upstairs deck. Scott couldn’t do this alone, though. We hired a pair of local craftsmen — Joanne Williams and Dick Jennings (Jennings Construction) — to update the condominium. I am a “red” person, so we used a palette of dark crimson and gold in the large open spaces.

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ITALY Subtle tones of rose, eggplant and deep yellows prevailed. Many of the walls were fabric covered with rich textures. We have found a source for fabulous wall coverings and are already incorporating them into our designs.

FRANCE Space is at a premium in high dollar French cities, so the use of space is paramount. Most everything that has made France famous is of grand scale. This has reinforced my belief in statement pieces instead of smaller scale items that create clutter.

SPAIN From decorative items to those that serve a purpose in everyday life, many local cra smen create truly unique items for the home. We will continue working with several local artists with this same ability to produce these types of custom goods.

BRITAIN In London, as we toured Westminster Abbey, we were challenged to incorporate more stained glass into our designs. Elements has a signature look when it comes to our stained glass installations and we are putting a major focus on this medium for 2012. We are lucky to have a talented glass artisan who renders our designs within a sustainable budget.

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Along with Michael Wilson of Kitchen Traditions, Williams and Jennings also helped us gut and renovate the kitchen. We installed stainless steel appliances, custom-built mahogany cabinets, and granite countertops. Jennings also built a new ﬁreplace surround for downstairs. Employees from Evansville’s Flooring Solutions replaced the beige carpet downstairs with hardwood ﬂooring.

AFTER TWO AND A HALF YEARS on the market, our Little Rock house sold, and I moved to Newburgh and started decorating. Scott and I became antique collectors when we bought our ﬁrst Victorian home in the Central Gardens district of Memphis in the early 1980s. We also acquired several special pieces in Little Rock. Some of our favorite treasures: silk Parisian lampshades, an antique ebony grand piano from Austria, a leather settee from the Villa Marre (the house that was the setting for the Designing Women TV series), and two mahogany dining room hutches with hand-carved jesters from Paris circa 1885. We bought the latter instead of a car. I have never regretted that decision for one moment.

The eclectic collection of antiques from our Victorian home in Little Rock seems to fit in perfectly here. We have added a few more modern pieces such as overstuffed chairs and ottomans (so no more sitting on rickety Eastlake chairs). We feel like we have cozied up the place. As a fashion writer and photo stylist for more than 25 years, I always have enjoyed the “staging” aspects of my job. And here, it’s easy to imagine I’m on the set of a Merchant Ivory film. Our 21-year-old daughter, who is in college in Arkansas, calls our new home the “Paris apartment,” referring to a trip she, my mom, and I took several years ago when the romantic Old World style in the French restaurants and hotels inspired us. Though we have more projects in the works, we now sit by the fire and read The New York Times or watch the barges motor along the river and the strollers parade the riverfront trail. In Evansville Living’s first story on this home, previous owner Linda Riecken described her abode with a quote from William Least Heat-Moon from his book, River-Horse: “On the river there are no Mondays. Every day feels like a Saturday.” We couldn’t agree more.

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Wedding Timeline 6-12 MONTHS BEFORE OR AS SOON AS YOU GET ENGAGED: F Select wedding date and time F Determine your budget F Compile a guest list F Book ceremony and reception locations F Book ofﬁciant F Book photographer F Choose attendants F Shop for and order wedding gown F Mail save-the-dates F Register for gifts F Consider marriage preparation options (workshops, premarital counseling, mentoring, etc.) and sign up

5 OR MORE MONTHS BEFORE: F Order invitations F Book caterer F Book ﬂorist

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F Break in wedding shoes

F Book stylist/salon

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THE DAY BEFORE: F Give designated helpers the items for which they’re responsible (guest book, pen, etc.) F Relax and have fun at your rehearsal and rehearsal dinner F Pull together dress, accessories, and a last-minute emergency kit (safety pins, sewing kit, makeup, etc.)

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Nichole and Brian Bristow of Stafford, Va. (Both originally from Newburgh, Ind.)

Married Aug. 13, 2011, at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden in Evansville

THEIR STORY The ﬁrst time Nichole met Brian was in high school. She was a junior and he was a few years older, but both attended Castle High School in Newburgh, Ind. They were engaged for the ﬁrst time Nichole’s senior year, dated through her freshman year of college, and then went their separate ways. Ten years later, Brian found Nichole on Facebook, where he contacted her from his home in Virginia before visiting her two months later during Christmas of 2009. Nicole knew immediately that he was the one — again. Three months later she moved to Virginia, where she currently works as an insurance advisor with Farmer’s Insurance and he serves as an HVAC technician at North Virginia Community College.

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THEIR WEDDING To reďŹ&#x201A;ect the coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun and youthful personality, their untraditional wedding at the Evansville Zoo provided a vast array of entertainment. To start with, the ceremony was conducted Dr. Suess-style â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even the vows that included Brianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two kids ryhmed. Her bridesmaids wore lavender dresses with ďŹ&#x201A;ip-ďŹ&#x201A;ops, some guests sported animal print attire, and Nichole walked down the aisle in an ivory gown and red Dock Marten boots. The reception, which was an indoor/outdoor mix at the Zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rainforest Grill restaurant, included allevening access to Amazonia â&#x20AC;&#x201D; a hit with the kids. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to make sure it was family and kid-friendly,â&#x20AC;? says Nichole.

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A MEMORABLE MOMENT: For Nichole, a fond anecdote from her wedding came during the processional. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The most memorable moment was walking down the aisle with my dad,â&#x20AC;? she says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;and seeing Brian and knowing that was my future.â&#x20AC;?

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Steve and Lisa Keck of Evansville (Steve grew up in Mt. Vernon, Ind., and Lisa in Bowling Green, Ky.)

Married May 14, 2011, at St. John’s Episcopal Church in New Harmony, Ind., with a reception at the Red Geranium Restaurant

sons and Steve’s two daughters. “We didn’t want to make a big production of it,” says Steve. “It was a personal event.”

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While taking pictures before the ceremony, the photographer had Lisa walk into the New Harmony Inn, where the Kecks would spend their wedding night, as Steve waited in the front lobby. “All I could think was how handsome he was and how happy I was,” says Lisa. “And how I didn’t want to cry and mess up my make-up.”

ADVICE FOR ENGAGED COUPLES: Take time out during the planning process to decompress and be with each other, says Steve. On the big day, “if something gets screwed up,” he says, “keep in mind you’ll probably laugh about it later.”

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man in a wedding a few years later, an employee at a tuxedo rental shop over-measured me. My experiences led me to read men’s magazine Esquire as though it were the Bible. I recite lines from suit stories like poetry, and I know exactly what works for my build. When it came time to choose my wedding attire, I picked a tailored suit, and Megan trusted my judgment. I couldn’t imagine outshining Megan on the wedding day, but it was important for me to look worthy enough to marry her. Good tailors who listen to the customer are abundant in Evansville: S.G.S. Fine Men’s Clothiers and Bachrach, to name a couple.

HE ADMITS WHEN HE NEEDS HELP. When my best man married his wife five years ago, his only role in wedding planning: Select the church. I chose the tuxedoes with his then-fiancée. I can’t imagine how she handled it. At times, wedding planning is overwhelming. It is OK to feel that way, and it is more than OK to lean on your significant other for support. I reached that point when choosing invitations. I dreamed I could tap my college education majoring in electronic media, but I soon realized graphic design wasn’t like riding a bike. When I tried to “ride” again after years of typing stories, the skills never flooded back to me. Frustrated, Megan reminded me the words were what mattered (I could still provide the words for the invitation), and several businesses offer invitation services such as PenPals Stationery Shoppe. Local designers sell custom invitations on Etsy, a website for craftspeople. Two to consider: Ellieoh Designs and Evansville Living’s graphic designer Jennifer Varner.

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How to Customize a Shower Wedding showers need not be the same AT A CERTAIN AGE, weddings become your life. That happened to me last summer when I celebrated my wedding, my friend’s wedding, and my sister-in-law’s wedding. All of them deserved a bridal shower, and I didn’t want to experience the same shower three times in less than three months. We relied on themes that reﬂected each bride’s personality and style. We brought each one to life with coordinated invitations, party decorations, themed food and drinks, and fabulous favors. Here, three parties for inspiration.

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SAVORY SUCCESS BRIDE: Jennifer SHOWER THEME: Brunch REGISTRY: The Red Poppy, a home décor store. Breakfast is my favorite meal, so my brunch-themed bridal shower in my grandmother’s home was a savory success. As guests entered, they received citrusy lemon delight beverages with dollops of lemon sherbet and striped yellow straws. My aunt Donna, who owns From Scratch Catering in Wisconsin, pro-

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No Bridezillas Friends and family give advice on how to be a good wife, but here are tips for the wedding day

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THE DAY BEFORE MY WEDDING LAST SUMMER, my godmother hosted a beautiful bridal luncheon for me at Just Rennie’s, a gourmet bistro Downtown. My closest female friends and family members passed around a gold, tasseled rope. As the rope reached each guest, she tied it in a knot and shared wishes for me. Their messages were heartfelt and appreciated. However, no one gave me advice on how to be a great bride. As a newlywed, I offer some simple thoughts to the lady of the day.

BE GRATEFUL. You’ve found the person you want to spend the rest of your life with and you have a wonderful support system of family and friends to share in your joy with you.

WHAT YOU WANT ISN’T ALWAYS WHAT YOU WANT. Recently, I came across a handwritten note titled “My Wedding Day.” It was a silly exercise my college freshman roommate and I engaged in 14 years ago. When I married my husband Jason last year, I didn’t do anything I had written on this list. That was ﬁne.

CONSIDER YOUR FIANCÉ. Discover something important your ﬁancé wants to incorporate into the day. My husband Jason didn’t want his groomsmen to rent tuxedoes. Instead, they wore black suits and dress shoes they owned and felt comfortable in. The guys looked great and saved money.

TALK OPENLY. Saving money was a key factor in our wedding plans. Weddings can be ﬁnancially stressful. We were open about our budget and the wedding details most important to us.

BE TRUE TO YOURSELVES. We’re a laid-back couple. We love the outdoors, and we care little about formalities. With an outdoor ceremony, nature serves as the main decoration. Victoria National Golf Club, a nationally ranked course, proved an ideal setting. With the clubhouse’s ﬂoor-to-ceiling windows, I didn’t need much decoration for the reception either. I relied on T.R.U. Event Rental, a mobile rental company, for what Mother Nature couldn’t provide.

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Emalie (Alvey) Willis, Rachel Pendley, and Lauren Crick were the bride’s attendants. Cory Brunson, Curt Brunson, and Tad Brittingham were groomsmen. Matt Mitchell and Nathan Groeninger served as ushers. Jennifer Downen and Erin Nagy were guestbook attendants. Nieces of the bride, Madeline and Claire Rohrer were the lovely ﬂower girls. A wonderful reception was held for 300 guests at the Bauerhaus, in Darmstadt, IN. Many thanks to: Concept Sound & Light, T.R.U. Event Rental, Zeidler’s Flowers, Landscapes by Dallas Foster, Vickers Photography, Tracy Zeller Jewelry, and David’s Bridal.

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Jamie Oberg and Cris Brunson were united on September 17, 2011 in a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony at the home of the bride’s mother and stepfather, Jeanne & Mark Rohrer. Both Mark and her father, Stuart Oberg, gave the bride in marriage and a special song was composed and performed for the bride by her mother. The bride’s stepmother is Linda Oberg. Cris is the son of Charles and Carolyn Brunson. The bride and groom’s families reside in Evansville, IN.

Matt and Sandi Hemenway of Boonville, Ind., are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Kara Elizabeth to Scott Andrew Fisher, son of Robert and Vickie Fisher of Wadesville, Ind., July 16, 2010. The wedding was held in Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park at an evening ceremony on the terrace of Jackson Lake Lodge. The week of the wedding was ﬁlled with planned hikes through the Tetons and Yellowstone, wonderful dinners and live music in Jackson Hole Hole, and a rehearsal dinner hosted out of Matt and Sandi’s rental home in Jackson for all the guests who made the journey.

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WE’VE ALL HEARD IT — if you want real fitness results you have to become a gymrat, spending hours a week, or even hours a day perfecting your physique with lots of reps or repetitive cardio. But let’s face it — many of us lack the time or even the desire to change our mailing address to that of our gym. Lucky for us, Flex 151 offers a fast, effective alternative to traditional workout methods. Boasting the Tri-State’s only Exerbotics computerized equipment, Flex 151 provides measurable results through consistent 15-minute workouts performed only once per week. According to co-owner Shaun Angel, Exerbotics technology provides a personal blueprint to clients. He describes this blueprint as

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WELCOME TO 2012! Did you make some New Year’s resolutions? Did any of those resolutions have to do with getting in shape or losing weight? Did you make the same ones last year? If you are ready to finally get it right and make this the last year you have to make a resolution to get in shape, here are a few tips that will help make that happen.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;shouldsâ&#x20AC;? into â&#x20AC;&#x153;musts.â&#x20AC;? Instead of thinking â&#x20AC;&#x153;I should exercise today,â&#x20AC;? you think â&#x20AC;&#x153;I MUST exercise today.â&#x20AC;? Instead of thinking â&#x20AC;&#x153;I should get the baked fish instead of the Fettuccine Alfredo,â&#x20AC;? you think â&#x20AC;&#x153;I MUST make a healthier eating choice.â&#x20AC;? If you start to think of yourself as a healthy, fit person and start expecting yourself to act like one too, your actions will reflect that. Stop accepting half-hearted efforts at exercise and â&#x20AC;&#x153;kind ofâ&#x20AC;? eating better. You are capable of so much more. Raise your standards and enjoy the results. Secondly, focus on the process. I talk all the time about the importance of setting goals. A goal needs to be measurable and it needs to have a deadline. There are two types of goals that we focus on: outcome goals and process goals. An example of an outcome goal is â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will lose 30 pounds or more by June 1, 2012.â&#x20AC;? While itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very important to know the ultimate outcome you would like to achieve, I encourage you to focus on the process goals for a while. A process goal is based on the actions that will help you achieve your outcome goal. These goals must also be measurable and have deadlines. If you know that exercising is going to be a key part of reaching an outcome goal, a good example of a process goal would be â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will exercise for at least 20 minutes 15 times or more each month.â&#x20AC;? You can measure how many times you exercise, and you can measure a month. More good examples of process goals would be â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will eat at least one piece of fruit every dayâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will make sure I have protein with at least two meals per day.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important for you to use â&#x20AC;&#x153;at leastâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;or moreâ&#x20AC;? because you want to give yourself the option of over-achieving. If you spend the next year focusing on meeting your process goals, the outcome goals will take care of themselves. I hope these tips will help you make 2012 your healthiest and best year ever! Tony Maslan is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a Hardstyle Kettlebell Certified trainer, and a best-selling author. He is the owner of Custom Fit Personal Training in Evansville. He can be contacted at www.EvansvillePersonalTraining.com or by phone 812-437-2378.

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NO MATTER WHAT OUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS ARE THIS YEAR — to drop a few pounds, get our finances in order, learn to speak French — each of these goals are intended to improve our lives and build self-esteem. Feeling confident in our abilities and appearance is important to moving forward. Kathy Winter, owner of Permanent Makeup and a licensed cosmetologist, electrologist, esthetician, and hair and makeup artist, understands this reality. That’s why she has spent nearly 20 years improving the self-assurance of women, girls, and even some men by giving them fresher, more youthful appearances. Here, Winter shares three ways to jump-start the new-and-improved you.

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HOT DISH Gourmet to Go // IN THE KITCHEN Reuben Bites // LOCAL FLAVOR Little Red Wagon

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Amonye Sivils prepares muffins in the SICTC culinary arts kitchen.

Side’s EVSC Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center, crisp white tablecloths and cloth napkins suggest formal dining, but this is no stuffy atmosphere. Three days a week, it’s a hands-on learning experience for high school culinary arts students who are taught by chef Ed Ellis how to whip up everything from muffins and pastries to entrees, soups, salads, and more for the 40-plus patrons who enjoy lunch in the restaurant. Ellis’ culinary arts program includes both morning and afternoon classes and spans four semesters. After completing the first five weeks of basic training, which includes skills such as knife work and operating major kitchen equipment, students work with partners in two-week cycles, learning tasks such as multiple-course preparation, proper food handling, and cleaning responsibilities. Advanced skills — butchering, meat trimming, pastry preparation — are handled by returning and secondyear students. The restaurant’s menu changes daily, but Ellis says he likes to consistently offer comfort foods such as tuna casserole, meat loaf, Salisbury steak, and stirfries. Also available are salads, shaved meats, tuna and ham salads, cream- or broth-based soups, and an assortment of desserts. Everything on the buffet is $1 per serving, and the $5 plate lunch includes an entree, two sides, a muffin, and drink. Ellis’ budding chefs also provide catering services — continental breakfasts and lunches — for businesses and nonprofits using their accommodations. On those busy days, multitasking and working with a sense of urgency is crucial, says Ellis. “They are really experiencing the reality of this career.” — Natalie Greer

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dry, and then rub in the table salt. Place in a glass bowl or baking dish deep enough to allow the entire brisket to be submerged. Do not use metal; it will react with the pickling. Pour the seasoned water over the beef, covering it completely. Add half the amount of the bay leaves, peppercorns, pickling spice, and garlic cloves. In order to completely submerge the beef you must weigh it down. Get creative! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve used plates, jars of jam â&#x20AC;&#x201D; you decide. The next step is both the easiest and hardest. Leave it alone! For 2-2 1/2 days. I know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to be that patient, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth it. When you remove the beef, wash it thoroughly, and then add it to a pan of boiling water with the other half of each spice. Cover and simmer for approximately 3 1/2-4 hours. For the Reuben bites youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll only need about 1 pound of thinly sliced beef, but use the rest to your heartâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s content.

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Last March, St. Louis native Nick Weisenborn transformed a Newburgh snack shack in a grocery store parking lot to provide locals with gourmet entrees sans the pricey tab. Inside the 11-by22 red hut known as Steak & Take Grill, Weisenborn multitasks by taking orders, maintaining the grill, preparing sauces, and tossing salads. Weisenborn, a former chef at Madeleineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and the departed Firefly Southern Grill, is now a one-man show except on the weekends when business is so hectic that orders may take an hour. Weisenbornâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s menu isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t limited. He cooks anything from spaghetti and meatballs to duck,

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French bread. Weisenbornâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to-go meals suggest a fancy dinner for two without the candles and white tablecloth. Steak & Take can be a grab and go destination, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect fast food treatment if you order at the window. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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Mojo’s BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille (4920 Bellemeade Ave.) opened on the East Side in the former Ollies Sports Bar. The building has served as a historical landmark in Evansville since 1977, when renowned businessman and gambler Ray Ryan was killed by a car bomb in the parking lot. Now, Mojo’s owners Jeremy and Tiffany Wynn offer sports bar fare including chicken wings, Philly cheese steaks, and their spe-

DEARLY DEPARTED: Market 323 (323 Main St.) has closed. Bits and Pieces (202 W. Locust St., Boonville, Ind.) has closed. Stratman’s Pharmacy (401 Main St.), once a winner of a Best of Evansville award (Best One-stop Lunch Shop), has closed.

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Grilled to Perfection Sweet Baby Cheeses In Eastland Mall next to Chick-fil-A sits a sunny yellow and orange corner eatery with a sandwich menu. The counter space that once served gooey Cinnabon confections now is covered with flat iron grills that press out more than 10 different cheesy sandwiches and melts. The menu varies from the classic grilled Velveeta cheese on white to a more sophisticated shroomer with portabello mushrooms, spinach, and provolone thinly pressed between two large triangles of crunchy sunflower bread. Side items of soup and chips are a la carte, but these sandwiches are large. The idea: When the cheese oozes from the bread and plops on your wrapper, you’ll say, “Sweet baby Cheeses! This is good.”

Mojo’s BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille Owned by husband and wife Jeremy and Tiffany Wynn, the East Side restaurant/bar is dimly lit, polished, and nonsmoking. The latter is a major departure from what used to house Ollie’s Sports Bar & Grille. Clientele tends to mosey in after the workday for the daily drink special or to bring buddies to lounge in a booth on game night. The menu provides essential bar food such as burgers, jalapeño bites, wings, pizza, and fish and chips. For the health-conscious customers, the duo offers chicken salad, taco salad, and grilled options. But this hardly feels like a place for portion control. The signature Mo’ Steam Burger is a monster half-pound patty loaded with toppings and smothered in a secret cheese sauce.

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Off the Lloyd Expressway across from Harrison High School’s football field is a Chicago-inspired restaurant specializing in generous portions and an assortment of meaty sandwiches. The menu caters to carnivore customers who crave all foods polish sausage, hamburger, roast beef, and pastrami. A busy lunch crowd scurries in for the daily special or the stand-by Italian beef dipped in au jus sauce. The down and dirty pork loin sandwich on garlic bread is Man v. Food-sized and comes with a mound of crisp shoestring fries. The Chicago-style hot dog — topped with relish, mustard, sport peppers, onions, and tomatoes — puts you in the Wrigley Field stands sans the ballpark price. — Natalie Greer

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ields. That’s all I saw on my 20minute drive from Downtown Evansville through the neighboring Indiana town of Poseyville. I had high expectations for my restaurant destination (I had scanned the well-designed website just before leaving), but with each passing cornfield I began to think my GPS had failed me. It hadn’t. At the moment the screen showed a black-and-white checkered flag indicating my arrival, I saw it. The Red Wagon snuck up on me amid the deceiving middle-of-nowhere scenery. Its exterior is unmistakable — red lettering lit up by hanging lights along a dominating vinyl roof and a long Cracker Barrel-style porch with wooden benches for overflow customers. Although I visited on a conservative weeknight, weekends at the Red Wagon often showcase a full parking lot, as if all 1,000 Poseyville residents are having the same craving for spicy dirty rice or stuffed potato skins at the same time. Formerly called the Feed Mill Restaurant and Bar, the eatery became the Red Wagon in September 2011 to step from the shadows of the Feed Mill Restaurant in Morganfield, Ky. Ownership is separate between the businesses, but owners from the Poseyville restaurant signed a contract enabling them to mirror the name and menu off of the Cajun-influenced store in Morganfield. When time came to renew the contract in 2011, Dave and Jane Reising, Red Wagon owners, along with their four investment partners, declined. After three years of good business, the couple thought they were ready to branch out on their own. With the name change came a menu makeover. “A lot of people’s likes and dislikes are different in Indiana versus Ken-

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tucky,” Dave Reising says. “We’ve tailored the menu to our local clientele.” Inside, décor often changes with the seasons in Red Wagon’s front lobby, save for some regulars including a 36-foot, 3-piece mural depicting Posey County farm life on the back wall, a 1929 International 6-speed Special truck behind the hostess stand, and blue, green, and red lights (which cre-

HERE TO STAY // Aside from a name and menu change, Red Wagon owners Dave and Jane Reising didn’t want their Poseyville, Ind., restaurant to lose its interior charm, keeping most trademark looks such as the sports memorabilia hanging in the bar and a 36-foot, 3-piece mural on a back wall.

ate a Mardi Gras vibe) visible sausage, and bacon. I chose in the sports bar. Throughthe Cornish game hen. The Location: 6950 out the restaurant, wooden fried poultry, which came N. Frontage Road, paneling complements old smothered in flavor with a Poseyville, Ind. photographs of Poseyville in blend of herbs and spices, the Phone: (812) 874-2221 the 1900s, a stone fireplace beer-battered onion rings, Dining Hours: 6 a.m.connecting two of the three and the loaded macaroni and 9 p.m. Sun.-Thur., 6 dining rooms, the stuffed bufcheese sprinkled with bacon a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. falo, fish, and deer heads in left little room for more, yet Sports Bar Hours: the game room, and recursomehow I managed to eat a 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.ring displays of mini tractors slice of the peanut butter pie Thur., 10:30 a.m.-11 and farm equipment. “There’s with whipped topping and an p.m. Fri.-Sat. people who just come out of Oreo crust. Website: www.red the woodwork and donate Red Wagon’s menu is wagonrestaurant.com items,” says Reising. “It hapequipped to handle even the pens every week.” They have most health-conscious of Adult Beverages: Yes been given so many items that Prices: Average entree diners with selections such as much of it has been in storage the colorful roasted vegetable is $9-$15 for the past three years. platter decorated with green Reservations: Yes In the main dining room, peppers, white cauliflower, Payment: Accepts where one of those items and red tomatoes (seasoned MasterCard, Visa and — a 1920s photograph of with kosher salt, pepper, garDiscover. Poseyville farmers threshlic, fresh basil, and olive oil). ing wheat — overlooked our The menu also includes the booth, my guest and I made a quick deci- standard list of burgers and sandwiches, sion to order the stuffed potato skins ap- from a 6-slice-bacon BLT on white or petizer, loaded with bacon, tomatoes, and wheat bread to a fried catfish fillet on a jalapeño cheddar (a must for Red Wagon hoagie bun. Cajun items such as the Bayfirst-timers, said our waiter). For the entrée, ou-style stew and the Bayou-shrimp offer I had a hard time choosing between the all- a sense of the old Feed Mill while the rest you-can-eat barbecue pulled pork, which reflect the restaurant’s southern Indiana also included all-you-can-eat baked beans, style. Brent Tharp, Red Wagon’s general fried potatoes, coleslaw, and rye bread; the manager, says the customers had a big part pasta primavera, a mixture of broccoli, in the menu change. “We had run lunch mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes, and dinner specials for six months prior to and carrots with fettuccini sautéed in olive the change,” he says. “That gave us an idea oil and smothered in Italian seasoning; or of what we needed to put on the menu.” the homestyle dirty rice (manager’s recom- Now, he adds, “it fits every taste bud.” mendation) cooked with chicken livers,

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The Dining Directory is compiled by the editorial staff of Evansville Living and is not based on advertising. Evansville Living has made every attempt to present an accurate dining guide. Unless otherwise noted, restaurants are handicapped-accessible and accept major credit cards and checks. City and county ordinances prohibit smoking in many facilities. We suggest calling ahead to check which venues are exempt. All phone numbers are local (area code 812) unless specified. Please notify us of significant changes in restaurantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management, hours, location, or menu.

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Entertainment in piano bar. Meals $13-$50. Open 5-10 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 5-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. CORK â&#x20AC;&#x2122;N CLEAVER: 650 S. Hebron Ave., 479-6974. Steak, prime rib, chicken, seafood. Salad bar, soup and sandwich lunches. Lunch $7$9. Entrees $12-$18. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Dinner 4-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. HAUB STEAK HOUSE: Main and Haub streets (next to railroad tracks), Haubstadt, 768-6462 or 800-654-1158. A la carte menu. Steak, prime rib, seafood, chicken, pork, vegetable side dishes, desserts. Meals $18-$40. $10.75 early bird special 4-6 p.m. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. JIMMY JENGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SZECHWAN CHINESE RESTAURANT: 669 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 479-7600. Extensive Chinese menu. Lunch $4-$6. Dinner $8-$12. Open 4-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. LORENZOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BAKERY & BISTRO: 976 S. Hebron Ave., 475-9477. Chef-prepared bistro-style dining, fine wines. Deli-style salads, soups, pastas, daily specials. Lunch $6-$9. Dinner $14-$25. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., light lunch 2-5 p.m., dinner 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Bakery open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat. ."t5t #*4530 5636 Vogel Road, 475-2888. Specialties include lemongrass fish, Peking duck, and chicken lettuce wraps. Lunch $6-$8. Dinner $8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri-Sat. Closed Mon. Reservations OK. MADELEINEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A FUSION RESTAURANT: 423 S.E. Second St., 491-8611. Appetizers, soups, salads, entrees including Roasted Monkfish with Peruvian Purple Potato Carpaccio and Dry-Aged Buffalo Steaks. Meals $14-$26. Open 4:30-10 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 4:30-10:30 p.m. Fri.Sat. Brunch 11 a.m-3 p.m. Sun. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Fri. Catering also available. Reservations OK. RED GERANIUM: 408 North St., New Harmony, Ind., 682-4431. Contemporary American cuisine, extensive wine list. Lunch $7-$11. Dinner $17-$30. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. (Breakfast 7-11 a.m., lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dinner 4-9 p.m.) Reservations OK.

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BONEFISH GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 401-3474. Soup, salad, fish, steak.

Average meal $15. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. BLUSH ULTRALOUNGE: 615 N.W. Riverside Drive, 433-4700. Continental breakfast for hotel guests, $12. Served 6 a.m.-10 a.m. Mon.-Fri. Full bar available 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 3 a.m. Fri.-Sat. Must be 21 to enter after 4:30 p.m. EDGEWATER GRILLE: 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, Ind., 858-2443. Fantastic river view. Outside dining in season. Steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, salads, daily specials. Wood-fired pizza oven. Music on weekends.Â Meals $7-$18. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; Sun. breakfast 8 a.m. Reservations OK for 8 or more. THE JUNGLE: 415 Main St., 425-5282. Lunch and dinner menus of soups, salads, pasta, and coffee, as well as a chef tasting option that includes five sample dishes feeding up to three. Cocktail bar on lower and main levels. Meals $20-$80. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Fri., dinner 5-11 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Closed Sun. and Mon. RAFFIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 1100 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-9166. Mediterranean, American, Italian specialties, pasta, chicken, seafood, steaks, lamb. Meals $10$16. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Full bar service, wine list, outdoor dining, private party room. Reservations OK. SAFARI WINE & MARTINI BAR: 415 Main St. (upstairs of The Jungle), 4255282. Wines and Spirits and a menu including seared tuna, beef filets, and desserts. Meal: $15-$35. Open 5 p.m.-midnight Thurs.-Sat. Private parties available any day for lunch or dinner. WESTERN RIBEYE & RIBS: 1401 N. Boeke Road, 476-5405. Soups, salads, sandwiches, daily specials. Certified Angus Beefâ&#x201E;˘ steaks, chicken, seafood, baby back ribs. Lunch $6-$10. Dinner $8-$20. Full service bar. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri., 4-10:30 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun. Reservations gladly accepted. No checks.

chef on staff. Diverse menu selection. Social membership includes dining. KENNEL CLUB: 5201 Kratzville Road, 422-1211. Executive chef on staff. American and European classic cuisine. Reservations OK. KIRBYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PRIVATE DINING: 1119 Parrett St., 422-2230. Open by reservation only to private parties, receptions for up to 250. Minimum $500 food tab. Menu arranged in advance with chef. Hours negotiable. OAK MEADOW GOLF CLUB: 11505 Browning Road, 867-1900. Executive chef on staff. Dining-only memberships are available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu selections. Casual veranda or grille seating and formal dining available. Receptions up to 300. ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY CLUB: 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, Ind., 925-3336. Executive chef on staff. New and classic dishes including chicken, snapper, filets, pastas. Dining-only memberships are available with an initiation fee, plus monthly fee. VICTORIA NATIONAL: 2000 Victoria National Blvd., Newburgh, Ind., 8588230. Chef-featured items weekly. Member-only dining.

DELIS BITS AND BYTES: 216 N.W. Fourth St., 423-5113. Breakfast, deli-style sand-

wich lunches, desserts. Average meal $5. Open 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. No reservations. EMGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DELI AND ICE CREAM: 206 Main St., 422-3026. Sandwiches, homemade deli salads, soups. Meals $5-$7. Open 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.Fri. No reservations. FRESH HARVEST DELI: 101 N.W. First St., Ste. 114 (Old Post Office Place), 421-0407. Fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, daily specials. Meals $5-$7. Open 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dine-in or carryout. No reservations. THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL: 3910 E. Morgan Ave., 476-7212. Fresh-baked bagels, plus deli sandwiches, soups, and salads. Items $1-$5. Open 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon. GREAT HARVEST BREAD COMPANY: 423 Metro Ave., 476-4999. Fresh-baked bread, breakfast items, gift baskets, free samples. Limited seating available for coffee and bread. Breads $3.50 and up. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. JIMMY JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-5400, open 8 a.m.-midnight Sun.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-4 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; 8680 Highland Drive, Newburgh, 490-7111, open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. Deli-style sandwiches, fresh-baked bread, vegetables prepared daily, cold cut meats. Delivery available. Average meal $5. LICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DELI AND ICE CREAM: 800 Diamond Ave., 424-4862; 4501 Lincoln Ave., 477-3131; 520 Mary St., 424-7699; 2311 W. Virginia St., 423-4173; 2001 Washington Ave., 473-0569; 504 N. Green River Road, 473-3428; 11 N.W. Fifth St., 422-2618; 8700 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, 858-0022. Deli-style soups, salads, sandwiches, locally made ice cream, sorbets. Most meals under $5. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (summer hours to 11 p.m.) Mon.-Sun. No reservations. PANERA BREAD: 220 Burkhardt Road, 476-7477. Breads, sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, specialty coffee drinks. Items $2-$6. Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Orders may be faxed to 476-7377. PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 434-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-7361; 3525 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky., 270-683-1515. Quick and casual, grilled, made fresh to order sub sandwiches, homemade hand-cut fries, fresh squeezed lemonade. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Carry-out available. QUIZNOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SUBS: 5525 Pearl Drive, 422-5500; 900 Tutor Lane, 491-6800; 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, 490-1144. Deli-style, oven-baked subs, homemade soups, fresh salads. Sandwiches $4-$5. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sun. No reservations. No checks. ROLY POLY SANDWICHES: 5702 E. Virginia St., 962-2326. Wide selection of hot and cold rolled sandwiches, soups, chips, party platters, box lunches, cookies. Sandwiches $3-$7. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Delivery available. No checks. SCHLOTZSKYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DELI: 301 N. Green River Road, 471-4011. Deli-style soups, salads, pizzas, hot sandwiches on homemade bread. Average meal

$5. Open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 7 p.m. Sun. No reservations. No checks. SIXTH STREET DELI: 10 N.W. Sixth St., 422-3644. Breakfast, deli-style soups, salads, sandwich lunches. Average meal $5. Open 7:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. No reservations. No credit cards. SMILING MOOSE DELI: 724 N. Burkhardt Road, 477-3354. Breakfast served all day as well as hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, and soups and salads. Meals: $6-$9. Open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sunday. Catering available. VICTORIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TEA ROOM: 123 S. Second St. (Second floor of the Village Mercantile), Boonville, 897-5687. Traditional deli food. Meals $5-$8. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Catering, banquet room and carryout all available. Reservations OK.

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Enjoy Spanish Tapas in Historic Downtown Evansville. With our old concept of eating and sharing small dishes of great Spanish cuisine with friends and family. We are open for lunch and dinner Tuesday-Friday, Dinner Tuesday-Saturday, open only for special events on Sunday and Monday, and are available for catering special events. Check us out online!

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COFFEEHOUSES 4TH STREET JAVA: 410 E. Fourth St., Huntingburg, Ind., 683-5851. Espresso

bar, custom blended coffee, homemade muffins, fruit pie, cheesecake, brownies. Drinks $1-$4, desserts $2-$4. Open 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. ABBEY ROAD COFFEE BEAN EMPORIUM: 422 N. Main St., 402-0842. Full service espresso bar, drip coffees, smoothies, iced coffees, scones, and soup-and-sandwich lunches. Meals: under $10. Offers catering, drive-thru, and live music. Open 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sunday. BRIAR & BEAN: 1211 Tutor Lane at Burkhardt and Vogel roads, 471-4875. Cappuccino, espresso, smoothies, Italian soda, Chai tea, cocoa. Fresh-made scones, cookies, cheesecakes, cakes, muffins, biscottis, other desserts. Drive-thru available for drink orders. Open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. Live music 7-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. BRIDGEVIEW COFFEE: 327 Second St., Henderson, Ky., 270-830-9494. Full coffee and espresso menu, baked goods, lunch menu including soup, paninis, and deli sandwiches. Drive-through only. Average meal $5-$7. Open 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sat., 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sun. No checks. COFFEE COTTAGE & CAFĂ&#x2030;: 612 Weinbach Ave., 401-1930. Fresh baked items, plate breakfasts, plate lunches, soups, sandwiches, casseroles. Breakfast $5.50; lunch $6.50. Open 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-noon Sat. DONUT BANK BAKERY AND COFFEE SHOP: 210 N. St. Joseph Ave., 426-1011; 2128 N. First Ave., 426-2311; 1031 E. Diamond Ave., 426-0011; 5 N. Green River Road, 479-0511; 1950 Washington Ave., 477-2711; 3988 SR 261, Newburgh, 858-9911; 1200 Lincoln Ave., 402-4111; 1209 W. Broadway St., Princeton, Ind., 812-385-3711. Donuts, coffee, cookies, other baked goods. Items $.55-$5. Open 5 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 5 a.m.-1 p.m. Sun. Drive through available. LA SOMBRA: 318 Main St., 492-4567. Single-estate coffees freshly roasted, espresso drinks, smoothies, loose-leaf teas, freshly made pastries, plus soups, salads, and sandwiches. Catering available. Meals $5-$7. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., closed Sat.-Sun. MCCAFE: Available at all participating McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Mochas, lattes, and cappuccinos made with fresh espresso beans; hot chocolate; mocha and caramel frappes; and Real Fruit smoothies in strawberry banana and wild berry flavors. PENNY LANE COFFEEHOUSE: 600 S.E. Second St., 421-8741. Fair trade organic espresso and espresso drinks, gourmet specialty coffees, Italian sodas, fresh baked pastries, vegetarian soups. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. PIECE OF CAKE: 210 Main St., 424-CAKE. Customized cakes, cookies, coffee, sodas, and more. Open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. PLANTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COFFEEHOUSE: 130 N. Main St., Henderson, Ky., 270-830-0927. Full service espresso bar, gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts.Â Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. Fri. Carry out and catering available. STARBUCKS: Inside Barnes & Noble, 475-1054; 504 N. Green River Road, 476-7385; 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., Ste. 16, 401-1771; 4650 First Ave., 421-0461; 7755 Fruitwood Drive, Newburgh, 858-0234. Items $2-$10. Hours vary by location. All locations carry the full line of Starbucks coffees, cheesecakes, cookies, brownies. WIRED COFFEEHOUSE: 111 N. W. Fourth St., 962-4252. Muffins, rice crispy treats, candy, espressos, coffee. Meals $3. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

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strombolis, lasagna, breadsticks, and chicken wings. Offers carryout and delivery. Meals: Lunch $5 and dinner $10-$20. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until midnight Fri. and Sat., and 2-10 p.m. Sun. (except during football season: Sun. hours are noon-10 p.m.). BOOGIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZA: 506 E. Fourth St., Mount Vernon, Ind., 838-5000. Pizza, sandwiches, pasta, soups, and desserts. Average meal: $10. Open 11

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sandwiches, double-decker pizzas. Meals $7-$10. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon to midnight Fri.-Sun. Reservations OK. Smoking facility. GERONTEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 4706 Vogel Road, 474-1700. Chicago-style pizza, baked Italian entrees, sandwiches, salads. Meals $8-$11. Open daily at 4 p.m. Wine tasting on Wednesdays. No reservations. GREEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZERIA: 240 S. Green River Road, 402-4733. Pizza, pasta, and sandwiches. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. HOMETOWN PIZZA: 403 W. Hwy. 68, Haubstadt, 753-1115. Specialty pizzas, pizzas made-to-order, stromboli, ham and cheese, calzones, hot wings, salad, ice cream. Lunch buffet 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon., Wed.Fri., night buffet 4-10 p.m. Mon., Wed.-Fri., noon-10 p.m. Sat.-Sun. No credit cards. LITTLE CAESARS: 2007 Washington Ave., 471-5755. 7755 B Fruitwood Lane, Newburgh, Ind., 858-2984. A variety of pizzas and breads, including cheese bread, pepperoni cheese bread, and crazy bread. Large pizzas $5-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-10 p.m. Sun. MAMA ROMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZA & WINGS EXPRESS: 2008 E. Morgan Ave., 422-1212. Pizza, wings, salad, other entrees. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; OLD CHICAGO: (Beer Menu, 2012) 6550 E. Lloyd Exp., 401-1400. Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, World Beer Tour featuring 129 beers. Meals $9-$12. Carryout available. Open 11-2 a.m. Mon.-Sun. No checks. PAPA JOHNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZA: 4814 W. Lloyd Exp. (West Side), 423-7272; 5436 E. Indiana St. (East Side), 473-5200; 3955 Haley Drive (Newburgh), 858-7272; 303 N. Weinbach Ave. (UE area), 477-7700; 4204 N. First Ave. (North Side), 425-2345; 2449 Frederica St. (Owensboro), 270684-3300; 26 S. Green St. (Henderson), 270-826-4444. Pizza, cheese sticks, bread sticks, chicken strips, hot wings. Most meals $12. Carryout or delivery. Open 10 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-1:30 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Sun. PAPA MURPHYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 5435 Pearl Drive, 401-9191; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 4917272; 4202B N. First Ave., 437-6767; 779 S. Green River Road, 4028686; 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, 853-7272. Rancher pizza, cowboy pizza, Hawaiian pizza, stuffed pizza, and more. Average meal: $10. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. PIZZA CHEF: Hwy. 261, at Newburgh Plaza, Ind., 853-3338. Pizza, baked Italian entrees, sandwiches, salad bar, hot food bar. Weekly specials. Most meals $5-$7. Open 3-10:30 p.m. Mon., 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., 3-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations for party room only. PIZZA KING: (dine-in facilities) 220 N. St. Joseph Ave., 424-7976, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; Highway 66 at Highway 261, Newburgh, 853-3368, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.; 1033 S. Weinbach Ave., 476-4941, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Tues., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 2411 Stringtown Road, 401-1060, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.Sat. Pizza, baked stromboli-type sandwiches. Pizza priced by size and toppings. Meals starting at $3.99. No reservations. PIZZA OVEN: 5806 Stringtown Road, 425-1455. Pizza, stromboli sandwiches, Texas barbecue sandwiches. Average pizza: $10.50. Open 4-9:30 p.m. daily. No orders taken after 9:25 p.m. ROCA BAR AND PIZZA: 1618 S. Kentucky Ave., 422-7782. Sandwiches, salads, pasta entrees, pizza, steaks, chicken. Average meal $8.50. Open 4-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Sun. ROCA BAR NORTH: 12301 Hwy. 41 N., 868-8898. Pizza, salad, sandwiches, and entrees. Average meal: $6-$15. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. ROUNDERS PIZZA: 510 W. Mill Road, 424-4960; 12731 N. Green River Road, 867-7172. Specialty pizzas including the Nameless Special, a pie with the tomato sauce on top, and the Bavarian, a pie served with a condiment, mustard. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Fri., noon-10 p.m. Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. Closed Mon. SAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZERIA: 2011 W. Delaware St., 423-3160. Pizza, sandwiches, calzones, breadsticks. Open 11 a.m.-midnight Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. No credit cards. SAMUELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PLACE: 518 Main St., New Harmony, Ind., 682-3001. Italianinspired cuisine including hand-tossed pizza, pasta, calzones, sandwiches, salads. Meals: $5-$10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wed.-Sat. SANDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZA: 609 S. Main St., Fort Branch, 753-3972. Pizza, strombolis, sandwiches, spaghetti. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-11 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch buffet) Wednesday Smorgasbord. Reservations OK for parties. Dine-in, carryout and delivery. TALK OF THE TOWN PIZZA: 1200 Edgar St., 402-8696. Pizza, adult beverages, and more. Meal price $8-$12. Open 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m. daily. THE SLICE: 2011 Lincoln Ave., 402-8518. Pizza by the slice or pie. Nontraditional varieties. Baked sandwiches, salads. Slices $1.25-$2.50; pies $8-$16. Open 11 a.m. daily. Reservations OK. TURONIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FORGET-ME-NOT-INN: 4 N. Weinbach Ave., 477-7500. Pizza, salads, sandwiches. Most meals under $10. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

ARRANGED BY CATEGORY Mon.-Thurs., until midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations. TURONIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PIZZERY AND BREWERY: 408 N. Main St., 424-9873; 8011 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, 490-5555. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, freshbrewed beers. Most meals under $10. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.Thurs., until midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations.

DINERS, CAFĂ&#x2030;S & FAMILY RESTAURANTS $"'Â */ 5)& 7*/&:"3% #00,4503& 5721 E. Virginia St., 479-8777. Croissants with chicken or tuna salad, sliced ham or turkey, two soups every day, desserts, gourmet coffees, fruit smoothies. Average meal $6. Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. ."*/ 453&&5 (3*--& 329 Main St., 484-9649. Hot, extreme, fire, hot sweet, and sticky wings. Fish tacos, five-alarm fries, pork poâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;boy, gas house burger, Steak-umm cheese, and more. Meal: $7. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Delivery only Sun. AMERICAN PIT BOSSES: 1113 E. Riverside Drive, 425-5908. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indiana-styleâ&#x20AC;? barbecue. Meals $5-$10. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. APPLEBEEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 5100 E. Morgan Ave., 471-0929; 5727 Pearl Drive, 426-2006; 1950 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-9427; 5120 Frederica St., Owensboro, 270-926-3472. Soups, sandwiches, salads, varied dinner entrees. Lunch under $10. Average dinner $15. Open 11 a.m.-midnight daily. No reservations. No checks. ARCHIE & CLYDEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESTAURANT & BAR: 8309 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, 490-7778. Pizza, fried cheese ravioli, hot taco sticks, wraps, salads, soups, gyros, barbecue. Meals $8-$12. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., noon-9 p.m. Sun. THE BAR-B-Q BARN: 1003 E. Diamond Ave., 491-9868. Wood-smoked BarB-Q, walk-in and carry-out. Prices under $10. Open 11 a.m. -7 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; BAR LOUIE: (Suburban Hot Spot, 2012) 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd., 4767069. Full bar with large signature drinks, expansive menu with mini Kobe hot dogs, the Luigi sandwich with shaved ribeye, and large hamburger selection. Meals $9-$12. Open 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-midnight Sun. for brunch. No checks. BIG MAMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CAFĂ&#x2030;: 1802 Stringtown Road, 422-3350. Old-fashioned burgers and homemade pies, catfish fiddler Fridays. Average meal $5.95$7.95. Open 5 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon-Sat., 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. BIG TOP DRIVE-IN: 1213 W. Maryland St., 424-7442. Sandwiches, chicken strips, and ice cream. Average meal $5. Open 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2-8 p.m. Sun. BLACK BUGGY RESTAURANT: 4920 Davis Lant Drive, 473-0012. Amish-style buffet with large selection or plated meals available. Meals: $5-$12. Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Large banquet rooms available. BOB EVANS: 1125 N. Green River Road, 473-9022; 5201 Pearl Drive, 4255100. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Homestyleâ&#x20AC;? American menu. Average meal $5. Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks. BOSTONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S THE GOURMET PIZZA: 3911 Venetian Drive, Newburgh, Ind., 8533400. Ribs, pizza, seafood, pasta, burgers, and sandwiches. Prices range from $6-$13 for entrees and $8-$20 for pizzas. Open 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Sat. and 11 a.m.-midnight on Sun. BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL AND BAR: 713 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 471-9464; 5405 Pearl Drive, just off Lloyd Expressway, 423-9464. Chicken wings cooked with various seasonings, burgers, salads, and chicken. Meals $4-$7. Open 11-1 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 2 a.m. Fri.-Sat., until midnight Sun. No reservations. BURGER BANK: 1617 S. Weinbach Ave., 475-2265. Mini-burgers, cheeseburgers, fries, and more. Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. CAFĂ&#x2030; 111: 111 S. Green River Road, 401-8111. Soups, salads, deli sandwiches, chicken salad, pasta salad. Lunch: $7.50. Open 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.Fri. Closed Sat.-Sun. CAFĂ&#x2030; COURT (RIDGWAY UNIVERSITY CENTER): 1800 Lincoln Ave., 488-2951. Deli shop, SubConnection; hamburger joint, Grill 155; home-style stop, Charleston Market; international location, Fusion; Italian eatery, LaVincita; and smoothie place, Freshens. Meals $6.95. Open 7-9:30 a.m. (breakfast), 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch), 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. (dinner) Mon.-Fri. THE CAROUSEL: 5115 Monroe Ave., 479-6388. Classic American cuisine. Average meal $6. Open 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations for large groups. THE CARRIAGE INN: 103 Gibson St., Haubstadt, Ind., 768-6131. Plate lunches, sandwiches, soups, salads, steaks, assorted dinner entrees. Meals $2.50-$12. Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri., 4-10 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. Reservations OK. CHARLIE & BARNEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 1801 W. Franklin Ave., 423-5355. Grill items, burgers, soup, chili, plate lunches, daily specials. Meals $5-$10. Open 9 a.m.10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 9-midnight Fri.-Sat. CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE: 8301 Eagle Lake Drive, 475-1074. Cheese-

burger in Paradise burger, mushroom Swiss burger, Costa Rican steak wrap, jerk chicken wrap, and more. Meals $9-$15. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. CHILI’S GRILL & BAR: 600 N. Green River Road, 475-1510. Big Mouth Burgers, baby back ribs, fajitas, steaks, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts. Dine-in or carryout. Meals $5-$15. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. CLEAVERS: 5501 East Indiana St., 473-0001. A casual restaurant serving sandwiches including pulled pork, Chicago-style Italian beef, pork loin, and steak. Meals: $7. Seating up to 75 or carryout. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs, until 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., until 8 p.m. Sun. Serves breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. COLD STONE CREAMERY: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 437-2653; 5435 Pearl Drive, 4610100. Ice cream and frozen treats. Average item $4.39. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. noon-10 p.m. Sun. (Hours change by season.) No checks. CRACKER BARREL: 8215 Eagle Lake Drive, 479-8788. Classic American cuisine. Most meals under $10. Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.Sat. No reservations. ★ CROSS-EYED CRICKET: (Survivor, 2012) 2201 W. Lloyd Exp., 422-6464. Traditional American cuisine. Meals $5-$7. Open 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sun. No reservations. CULVER’S: 1734 Hirschland Road, 437-3333. ButterBurgers and frozen custard. Meals $5-$8. Open 10:15 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. CUP & CHAUCER CAFÉ: 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 402-6631. Readyto-go sandwiches, paninis, salads, snacks, coffee, and specialty beverages. Meals $6. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sun. DAILY’S ANNEX BAKERY AND CAFE: 701 N. Main St., 423-0320. Homemade soups, deli hot panini sandwiches, pastries galore. Meals: Under $7. Open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. DEF CAFÉ: 417 N. Weinbach Ave., 618-0219 (video phone), 491-6036. Espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas; plus a variety of teas, wraps, and breakfast foods. Meals $5. Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Tues. and Thurs.-Fri., until noon Wed. DENNY’S CLASSIC DINER: 5212 Weston Road, 424-4472; U.S. 41 N. at I-64, 867-7156. Classic American cuisine. Meals $3-$7. Open 24 hours. No reservations. DENNY’S RESTAURANT: 351 N. Green River Road, 473-1063; 4310 U.S. 41 N., 423-9459. Classic American cuisine. Meals $4-$7. Open 24 hours. No reservations. DINER 41: 4301 N. Highway 41, 424-2881. Greek dishes, pasta meals, seafood plates, and more. Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. DOWNTOWN DINER: 122 First St., Henderson, Ind., 270-827-9671. Classic American breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches. Breakfast $3. Lunch $5. Open 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily. No reservations. Non-smoking facility. ELLIS PARK: U.S. 41 N., Henderson, 425-1456 or 800-333-8110. Clubhouse dining Thurs.-Sun. year-round. Sky Theatre open during live racing, JulySeptember. Weekend reservations recommended during live racing. FEED MILL RESTAURANT & BAR: 3541 Hwy. 60 E., Morganfield, Ky., 270-3890047. Spicy Cajun turkey sandwich, homemade baked beans, catfish poboy, baby-back ribs, cheeseburgers, and more. Average meal $8. Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat.. ★ FIVE GUYS BURGERS AND FRIES: (Restaurant Opened in 2011, 2012) 5402 E. Indiana St., 812-401-1773. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and Cajun fries. Meals: $5. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. every day. Skip the line and order online. FRANK JR.’S BARBEQUE & CATERING: 3012 Covert Ave., 475-9880. Barbecue, ribs, baked mac & cheese, chess pie. Average lunch: $4. Average dinner: $7. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Sat., closed Sun.-Mon. Limited seating, carry-out, and lunch delivery available. No credit cards accepted. ★ G.D. RITZY’S: (French Fries, 2012) Three Evansville locations: 4810 University Drive, 425-8700; 4320 N. First Ave., 421-1300; 601 N. Green River Road, 474-6259. Grilled hamburgers, grilled chicken, chicken strips, kids meal, hot dogs, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, ultra-thin shoe-string style french fries, old-fashioned ice-cream, milk shakes. Average meal $5.25. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks. THE GRAND BUFFET: 1356 N. Green River Road, 476-6666. An international buffet including Japanese, Chinese, and American cuisine. Open 11 a.m.9:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. GASTHOFF AMISH VILLAGE: County Road 650 E., off Hwy. 50, Montgomery, Ind., 486-4900. Amish-style buffet. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. GATOR’S HOT FISH HOUSE: 1203 N. Main St., 402-7775. Icelandic cod, catfish, pork chops, burgers. Meals $5-$8. Open 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. No checks. GATTITOWN: 316 N. Green River Road, 473-3800. Buffet-style pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts. Buffet with drink $9. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. GEMECA INN: 802 E. Locust St., Fort Branch, 753-4441. Steaks, chicken, seafood entrees, soups, salads, vegetable side dishes. Meals $12-$15. Open 4-10 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Reservations OK. GENE’S RESTAURANT AND BARBECUE: 1095 N. Green St., Henderson, 270-827-

8576. Country breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches, fiddlers, barbecued pork, ribs, chicken, mutton, steak, chops. Average breakfast $4; average lunch and dinner $5.50. Open 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 6 p.m. Sun. No reservations. GOLDEN CORRAL FAMILY STEAK HOUSE: 5301 Pearl Drive (Lloyd Expressway at Red Bank Road), 423-4930; 130 Cross Pointe Blvd., 473-1095; 1770 S. Green St., Henderson, 270-869-9310. Large buffet selections, steaks, shrimp, chicken. Breakfast 7:30-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun., lunch 11 a.m.4 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; dinner 4-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. Breakfast and lunch $7.09, dinner during the week $9.59, dinner Fri.-Sun. $9.99. GRAND TRAVERSE PIE COMPANY: 6245 Vogel Road, 477-7437. More than 50 pie favorites, sandwiches, quesadillas, and wraps. Meals $7. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. THE GRANOLA JAR CAFÉ & BAKERY: 1033 Mount Pleasant Road, 437-1899. Specializes in housemade granola, breads, vegetarian, vegan options. Open 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri., closed Sat. and Sun. HARBOR BAY: 4428 N. First Ave., 423-0050; 4706 Morgan Ave., 402-5122. Seafood, steak, and chicken dishes including crab legs, oysters on the half shell, gumbo and chowder, and grilled and fried fish. Average meal $6-$13. Open 11 a.m. daily. HAWG ‘N’ SAUCE: 6580 Leonard Road, Mount Vernon, Ind., 838-5339. Barbecue entrees and home-style side dishes. Meal: $8. Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. THE HORNET’S NEST: Old Petersburg Road (at Boonville-New Harmony Road), Earle, 867-2386. Soups, sandwiches, salads, daily lunch specials, steaks, seafood, chicken. Sunday buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $9. Family-style meals for parties of 15 or more, weeknights only, $11. Meals $6-$13. Kitchen open 11 a.m. daily, closes 9 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 10 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. J. GUMBO’S: 1211 N. Tutor Lane, 473-2951. Cajun and Creole classics such as gumbo, jambalaya, and bumblebee stew. Meals: $7. Open 11 a.m.9 p.m. Mon.- Sat. and noon-7 p.m. Sun. JEANNE’S GELATO AND MORE: 2003 Lincoln Ave., 479-8272. Variety of gelato flavors: peanut butter, pumpkin, bubble gum, and more. Sandwiches, soups, salads, coffees, cookies, and smoothies. Meals: $5-$7. Open 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. JUST RENNIE’S COOKIE CO.: 102 S.E. Fourth St., 490-8098. Gourmet lunches, chicken salad sandwiches, club wraps, cookies. Meals $5$7. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., closed Sat.-Sun. KNOTTY PINE CAFÉ: 500 N. Main St., 423-0014. Country cooking, fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, burgers, breakfast specials. Meals $4-$8. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Breakfast served all day except Sun. No credit cards. Checks OK. LIBBY AND MOM’S: 1307 N. Heidelbach Ave., 437-3040. Home-cooked meals for breakfast and lunch. Average meal $5. Open 5:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat., Closed Sun. LOG INN: Warrenton Road (at Old State Road), 867-3216. Fried chicken, ham, roast beef, fiddlers, served family-style for parties of three or more. Dinner $9.75 per person (children 4-12, $4.75). Open 4-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No credit cards. LOGAN’S ROADHOUSE: 1 N. Burkhardt Road, 471-8403; 5645 Pearl Drive, 421-0908. American fare including handcut steaks, baby-back ribs, mesquite-grilled chicken, appetizers, salads, seafood. Average lunch $8. Average dinner $13. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. LONE STAR STEAKHOUSE AND SALOON: 943 N. Green River Road, 4735468. Steakhouse-style menu for lunch and dinner. Meals $7-$11. Lunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Dinner 4-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK for 12 or more. No checks. LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE: 320 N. Green River Road, 473-2400. Steak, chicken, ribs, seafood, sandwiches, burgers. Prices for entrees range from $12-$22. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri. and Sat. MAJOR MUNCH: 101 N.W. First St., 437-2363. Cheeseburgers, chili, grilled chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, hot dogs. Meals: $5-$7. Open Mon.-Fri. for breakfast 7-10 a.m.; lunch 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 8 p.m. Fri. MARX BBQ: 3119 W. Maryland St., 425-1616. Barbecue chicken, pork, ribs. Weekday specials. Meals $5-$10. Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. No reservations. MAX & ERMA’S: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Casino Aztar), 433-4258. Burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta dishes. Average dinner $12. Average lunch $6. Open 10:30 a.m.-midnight daily, bar open until 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks. MAXINE’S CAFÉ AND BAKERY: 1322 N. Green River Road, 473-3663. Featuring gourmet salads, soups daily, vegan, vegetarian dishes and desserts. Average meal $7. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. No reservations. MERRY-GO-ROUND RESTAURANT: 2101 Fares Ave., 423-6388. Traditional American cuisine. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $6-$9. Open 6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Mon.-Sat. No credit cards. MEALS AND MORE: 7801 Bussing Ave. (inside Evansville Regional Airport), 423-1113. Traditional American fare. Meals $5-$10. Open 5 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Weekend hours often extended. MOJO’S BONEYARD SPORTS BAR & GRILLE: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 4758593. Bar food including chicken wings, burgers, and strombolis.

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Meals: $5-$10. Open 4-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, until 1 a.m. Friday, noon-1 a.m. Saturday, and noon-11 p.m. Sunday. MOONLITE BAR-B-Q INN: 2840 W. Parrish Ave., Owensboro, 800-3228989. Barbecue chicken, ribs, pork, mutton, beef, fiddlers, ham, burgoo, sandwiches. Dinner $7-$11. Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. THE NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER: 504 North St., New Harmony, 682-4491 or 800-782-8605. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5-9 p.m. dinner Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5-10 p.m. dinner Fri.; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. breakfast/lunch, 5-10 p.m. dinner Sat.; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. breakfast/ lunch, 5-8 p.m. dinner Sun. Reservations OK. NISBET INN: 6701 Nisbet Station Road, Haubstadt, 963-9305. Homemade soups, desserts, barbecue. Lunch $6. Dinner $12. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Sat., closed Sun.-Mon. Reservations OK. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;CHARLEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 7301 E. Indiana St., 479-6632; 5125 Pearl Drive (at Red Bank Road and Lloyd Expressway), 424-3348. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Meals $8-$15. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations. OLD MILL: 5031 New Harmony Road, 963-6000. Steaks, chicken, catchof-the-day, sandwiches, soups, salads. Meals $7-$14. Seafood buffet Fri., $13; Land and Sea buffet Sat., $14. Kitchen open 4-10 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; ORANGE LEAF: (Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt, 2012) 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-5215. Up to 70 flavors of yogurt including gingerbread, eggnog, snickerdoodle, and red velvet. Pay by the weight. Open daily from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: 7201 E. Indiana St., 474-0005. Specialty steaks, chicken, seafood entrees, salads, vegetable side dishes. Meals $14$18. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri., 3:30-11 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Call ahead for seating. No checks. OV WATER SPORTS GRILL: 1801 Waterworks Road, 425-1912. Burgers, hot dogs, gyros, small pizzas, fish dishes, and cold drinks. Meal: $5. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Open seasonally. PACETRĂ&#x2030; BAKE AND BREW: 2734 Mt. Vernon Ave., 420-6005. Custom cupcakes with unique flavors for each day of the week including mimosa, snickerdoodle, and red velvet. $3. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.Fri., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat.. Closed Sun. and Mon. Catering offered. PARADISE PAVILION RESTAURANT: 6299 Oak Grove Road, Newburgh, 858-7931. Full bar and Friday night seafood buffet. Steak, seafood, chicken, soups, salads, dessert. Kids menu. Open daily at 5 p.m. THE PIE PAN: 905 North Park Drive, 425-2261. Traditional American cui-

sine. Average breakfast $3. Plate lunch $4.25. Homemade pies sold by the slice and by the whole pie. Open 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 2 p.m. Sun. No reservations. No credit cards. THE POINTE: 830 LST Drive, 425-4840. Sandwiches, wraps, tacos, hot dogs, and ice cream. Average meal: $6-$7. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every day. Bar available from 4 p.m.-12 a.m. every day. POPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GRILL AND OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM SHOP: 516 S. Main St., New Harmony, 682-3880. 1950s and â&#x20AC;&#x2122;60s-inspired diner era fare: hot dogs, burgers, ice cream treats, and dinner specials. Average meal $5-$15. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun-Mon. RAFFERTYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 1400 N. Green River Road, 471-0024. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Lunch under $10. Dinner $7-$17. Open 11 a.m.10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks. RALPHâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HICKORY PIT: 739 N. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-5656. Breakfast available daily. Barbecued mutton, pork, ribs, chicken, beef, turkey, ham, vegetable, salad side dishes. Open for breakfast 6 a.m. daily. Closes 7:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 7 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. RED LOBSTER: 4605 Bellemeade Ave., 477-9227. Soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood entrees, fresh-catch, daily specials. Meals $8-$18. Open 11 a.m. daily. Closes 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks. RED ROBIN: 6636 E. Lloyd Expressway, 473-4100. A variety of hamburgers including the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Banzai Burger,â&#x20AC;? the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Royal Red Robin Burger,â&#x20AC;? and the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whiskey River BBQ Burger.â&#x20AC;? Full bar menu. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. THE RED WAGON: 6950 Frontage Road, Poseyville, Ind., 874-2221. Catfish, oyster, shrimp scampi, and grilled salmon. Meals: $9. Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Bar open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.. RIVERSIDE COOKERY: 421 N.W. Riverside Dr., 433-4227. Located in Casino Aztarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Riverfront Pavilion and offers dishes including jambalaya, frog legs, and fresh Florida alligator. Meals: $8-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.Â RIVERVIEW BY FIREFLY: 1 Main St., 464-8439. Southern fare and downhome country food. Meal: $5-$7. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT: 117 S. Second St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-1106. Angus beef steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, Arabian salad. Meals $9-$15. Kitchen open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Non-smoking facility. SALAD WORLD: 3311 N. Green River Road, 471-5083; 4951 W. Lloyd Exp., 467-7486; 200 Main St., 422-0777. Soups, grilled appetizers, wraps,

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grilled pitas, sandwiches, full entrees. Average meal $5-$7. Open 11 a.m.7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. No checks. SHONEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 2452 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-2214. Breakfast buffet 6-11 a.m. Mon.-Fri., $5; until 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun., $6. Salad and hot bar open 11 a.m.-closing Mon.-Fri., until 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Late-night breakfast buffet open 9 p.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $7-$9. Restaurant closes 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., midnight Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. SHOW-MEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESTAURANT: 5501 Pearl Drive, 402-7100; 1700 Morgan Center Drive, 401-7469. Wings, burgers, chicken breasts, crab legs. Average meal $7. Open 11-3 a.m. daily. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; SHYLERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BAR-B-Q: (Barbecue, 2012) 405 S. Green River Road, 476-4599. Memphis-style barbecue pork, chicken, beef, pork ribs. Lunches $4-$6, dinners $7-$10. Open daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Catering available. No reservations. SILVER BELL RESTAURANT: 4424 St. Wendel Road, 963-0944. Sandwiches, salad bar, steaks, fiddlers, ham, vegetable side dishes. Family-style fried chicken dinner specials. Meals $5-$10. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks or credit cards. SIRLOIN STOCKADE: 4610 Bellemeade Ave., 473-0300. Steakhouse and buffet. Prices under $10. SPUDZ-N-STUFF: 5225 Pearl Dr., 402-8287; 815 S. Green River Rd., 888-6209687; 101 N.W. 1st St., 402-7555; 192 Gardenmile Rd., Henderson, Ky., 270212-1777. Steak potatoes, steak fajitas, chicken and mushroom pota-

toes, taco potatoes, pitas, and more. Meals $7. Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs, 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. STEAK AND TAKE GRILL: 4946 State Hwy. 261, Newburgh, Ind., 853-7500. All meats are butchered daily with dishes including a meatball sandwich, a 14-ounce rib-eye steak, salmon, and shrimp and beef kabobs. Meals: $9. Open 4-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, until 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Available for carry-out and delivery. STEAK â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;N SHAKE: 7929 E. Lloyd Exp., 475-1400, open 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until midnight Fri.-Sat.; 4850 W. Lloyd Exp., 424-8526, open 24 hours. Burgers, sandwiches, fries, chili, fried chicken strips, salads, desserts. Breakfast served midnight-11 a.m. daily. Average meal $5. No reservations. No checks. STEEPLECHASE RESTAURANT: 4101 U.S. 41 N. (at the Clarion Inn), 424-6400. Full breakfast buffet and dinner. Open 6 a.m.-10 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun., 5-10 p.m. Mon.-Sun. No lunch served on weekends. STEPTOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BAR-B-Q SHACK: 4430 First Ave., 401-8BBQ. Ribs, pulled pork smoked barbecue, grilled chicken, variety of side dishes. Average lunch

$5. Average dinner $8. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. No checks. STOLL’S COUNTRY INN: 19820 Castle Creek Drive, 867-7730. Lunch buffet $7.50. Dinner buffet $8.50. Breakfast buffet (Sat.-Sun. only) $6.50. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. SWEET CECE’S: 8680 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, Ind., 853-5276; 4827 Davis Lant Road, Suite B, 477-5276. Custom creations made with a choice of eight frozen yogurt flavors, including fat-free, non-dairy, and lowsugar options. Toppings include candy, cookies, and fresh fruit. Priced by weight; average frozen yogurt dessert is $3-$4. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. TEMPTATIONS BUFFET: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, inside Casino Aztar Hotel, 433-6059. Breakfast served daily, 6-10:30 a.m.; lunch served daily, 11 a.m.2:30 p.m. TEXAS ROADHOUSE: 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd., 477-7427. Ribs, steaks, side items, fresh baked bread. Meals $9-$12. Catering services also available. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No checks. TF ICE CREAM: 1002 E. Walnut St., Boonville, Ind., 812-715-3367. Ice cream, sherbet, and more. Price: $0.75 baby cone-$1.75 large cake cone. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Mon.-Thurs. and Sun., 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. TGI FRIDAY’S: 800 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Mall food court), 4918443. Specialty salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, chicken, pasta, seafood entrees. Meals $6-$14. Open 11-midnight Sun.-Wed., 11-1 a.m. Thurs.-Sat. No reservations. No checks. THE TIN FISH: 300 W. Jennings St., inside Jennings Station in Newburgh, 490-7000. Fresh fish flown in daily, clam chowder, gumbo, salads, sandwiches. Open Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Average meal $10. No checks. THE TROPHY CLUB: at Indiana Downs, 5480 Indiana St., 473-8910. Sandwiches, soup, salads. Average meal $7. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks. TOUCH OF HOME CAFÉ: 209 E. Water St., on the riverfront in Mount Vernon, Ind., 831-3655. Unique sandwiches, specializing in the Cuban, Krispy Kreme Burger, soups and salads. Home cooked daily specials: salmon patties, Beef Manhattan, roasted pork loins, mini-meatloaves. Average meal: $6. Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri. TRUFFLES EATERY & CATERING: 4833 State Road 261, Newburgh, 490-6070. Breakfast entrees including grits with spiced apples, pumpkin stuffed French toast, a cremini mushroom and pepper omelet, and corned beef hash and eggs. Meal: $7. Open 6-10:30 a.m. Mon.-Sat. TWILIGHT BISTRO: 221 Main St., 421-0606. Breakfast served all-day, spinach chicken crepes, biscuits and gravy, omelets. Lunch buffets, roasted pork loin, black chicken breast, baked fish. Dinner, marinated chicken breast, steak, tilapia. Average meal $8. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5 p.m.-7 p.m. dinner Mon.-Sat. VECCHIO’S ITALIAN MARKET AND DELICATESSEN: 14 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, Ind., 490-7879. Italian sandwiches, imported cheeses and meats, Italian soups, and more. Meal: $6.50. Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. WILEY’S CAFÉ AND BAKERY: 115 First St., Henderson, Ky., 270-827-1500. Breakfast and lunch items ranging from 1-inch thick quiche to a variety of salads and sandwiches. Most meals around $5. Café open 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri. with takeout until 6 p.m. Open Sat. 8 a.m.- 4p.m. WILSON’S GENERAL STORE & CAFÉ: 11120 Broadway Ave., 985-0202. Smoky barbecue menu. 4-8 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. No checks. WOLF’S BARBECUE: 6600 N. First Ave., 424-8891. Barbecued pork, chicken, beef, pork ribs, large variety of vegetable side dishes, homemade soup, chili. Lunch $6-$8. Dinner $8-$12. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Reservations OK. WOLF’S RESTAURANT & TAVERN: 31 N. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-2121151. Steak, seafood, chicken, salads, sandwiches. Lunch $5-$10. Dinner $8-$12. Open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Non-smoking facility. YWCA TEA ROOM: 118 Vine St., 422-1191. Soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts. Average meal $5. Open 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Reservations OK for groups and those using facility for meetings. No credit cards. ZESTO: 102 W. Franklin St., 424-1416. Hamburgers, fish and chicken sandwiches, tenderloins, soups, and ice cream. Average meal $5. Open 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. ZOUP! FRESH SOUP COMPANY: 6240 E. Virginia St., 477-2664; 4660 N. First Ave., 423-1800. Soups, salads, and desserts. Low-fat, vegetarian, dairyfree, and gluten-free options. Meals $6.50. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. (until 7 p.m. at North Side location).

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selection of Asian-style vegetables and meats cooked on a hot griddle while you watch. Lunch $5. Dinner $6. Salad and dessert bar $2. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks. CHINA KING: 590 E. Diamond Ave., 423-1896. Traditional Chinese entrees. Average meal $6.50. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.10 p.m. Sun. CHINA SUPER BUFFET: 127 N. Burkhardt Road, 476-8788. Open 11 a.m.10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Lunch $5.25, Dinner $7.25, Sun. $7.25. CHINA VILLAGE: 8423 Bell Oaks Center, Newburgh, Ind., 858-8238. Open Sun.-Sat. Lunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner 5-8:30 p.m. Buffet $7.25. CHINATOWN BUFFET: 5435 Pearl Drive, 425-8146. Chinese buffet with several extras including mussels, dim sum, and sushi. Lunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun., $5. Dinner 4-8:30 p.m. Sun.Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., $7. CHOPSTICK HOUSE RESTAURANT: 5412 E. Indiana St., 473-5551. Chinese buffet. Lunch $4.75. Dinner $7.25. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun. CRAZY BUFFET: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 437-8803. Chinese buffet. Open for lunch 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dinner: 3:30-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. FUJI YAMA: 915 North Park Drive, 962-4440. Soups, salads, noodles, rice, sushi, hand rolls, chicken, beef, shrimp dishes. Lunch $6-$10. Dinner $10-$15. Lunch 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Dinner 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. GOLDEN BUDDHA: 3221 Taylor Ave., 473-4855; 5066 SR 261, Newburgh, 853-2680. Lunch $4.25. Dinner $7.25. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. GRACIE’S CHINESE CUISINE: 12500 Hwy. 41 N., 868-8888. Lunch buffet $5.25. Dinner buffet $7.45, $8.45 on weekends. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. Reservations OK. IWATAYA JAPANESE RESTAURANT: 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. (at Mount Pleasant Road), 868-0830. Traditional Japanese dishes, sushi menu. Lunch $7-15. Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Dinner $11-$25. Dinner 5-9:20 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. JANBO RESTAURANT: 4500 W. Lloyd Exp., 422-8289. Hunan, Szechuan, Cantonese, Mandarin cuisine. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun., Closed Mon. JAYA’S RESTAURANT: 119 S.E. Fourth St., 422-6667. Authentic Korean cui-

sine and sushi. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $7-$10. Lunch hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dinner hours: 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations OK. ★ KANPAI: (Fresh Ideas, 2012) 4593 Washington Ave., 471-7076. International fare, Japanese sushi bar, beer, wine, sake. Lunch $6-$9. Dinner $10-$20. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks. LINCOLN GARDEN: 2001 Lincoln Ave., 471-8881. Chinese appetizers, soups, lunch platters and entrees including crab Rangoon and General Tso’s chicken. Average price $6. Hours 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.; lunch special $4.99. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sushi to go. LUCKY DRAGON CHINESE RESTAURANT: 4313 E. Morgan Ave., 479-5006. Average meal $8. Open 4:30-8 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. No checks. MANDARIN GARDEN: 2013 N. Green River Road, 476-7088. Lunch buffet $5. Evening buffet $6-$8. Seafood buffet Fri.-Sat. Carryout, private parties available. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. NAGASAKI INN, JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE & SUSHI BAR: 5720 Virginia St., 4731442. Meals $8-$14. Sushi priced separately. Open 4-9:30 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 4-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 4-9:30 p.m. Sun. Lunch is served daily from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations OK. No checks. SHING LEE: 215 Main St., 464-2769. Cantonese menu. Average lunch $4. Average dinner under $10. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., dinner 4:30-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. TASTE OF CHINA: 4579 University Drive, 422-1260. Open 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 9 p.m. Sun. Lunch $3.95. Dinner $6.25. No checks. THAI CHOW, ORIENTAL FOODS: Route 1, Fort Branch, Ind., 753-3878. Classic Thai food. Meals $7-$10. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., until 6 p.m. Sat. Reservations OK. No credit cards. THAI PAPAYA CUISINE: 6240C E. Virginia St., 477-8424. Authentic Thai cuisine, including phad Thai, papaya salad, spicy prawn soup, and satay. Meals $8-$10. Open 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Free private dining now available to accommodate 25-30 people. TOKYO JAPAN RESTAURANT: 3000 N. Green River Road, 401-1020. Hibachi grill: chicken, beef, shrimp, and scallops. Meals $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sun., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Tues. TRIPLE DRAGON BUFFET: 7844 Hwy. 66 (Apple Center in Newburgh), Ind.,

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Dining Directory 853-1900. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30-11 p.m. Fri.Sat. Lunch buffet $6.95. Dinner buffet $9.95. TWO BROTHERS: 3806 N. First Ave., 423-6188. Authentic Chinese food prepared in Cantonese, Hunan, Szechuan styles, buffet and menu items. Lunch under $6. Dinner under $10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks. VIETNAMESE CUISINE: 4602 Vogel Road, 479-8818. Vietnamese fare, including traditional noodle dishes. Meals $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Tues., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. WOK â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ROLL: 311 S. Green River Road, 479-3118. Sweet and sour chicken, General Tsoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chicken, egg rolls, egg drop soup, crab Rangoon. Average meal: $5. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; YEN CHING: (Chinese Restaurant, 2012) 406 S. Green River Road, 4740181. Weekday lunch specials $4, evening menu items $7-$12. Sunday buffet 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $7.75. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; ZUKI: JAPANESE HIBACHI GRILL & SUSHI LOUNGE: (Sushi 2012) 448 N. Green River Road, 477-9854. Sushi and hibachi-grilled foods. Average meal $15. Lunch open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun.-Sat. Dinner open 4-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

German GERST HAUS: 2100 W. Franklin St., 424-1420. Soups, salads, sandwiches,

dinner entrees. Traditional German cuisine. Large imported beer list. Meals $7-$14. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations. SCHNITZELBANK RESTAURANT: 409 Third St., Jasper, 482-2640. Authentic German food. Prices range from $10-$20. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

Greek ACROPOLIS AUTHENTIC GREEK CUISINE & SPIRITS: 501 N. Green River

Road, 475-9193. Fine Greek dining, Greek-American cuisine, chicken, beef, lamb, salads. Will offer a portion of the menu at the Ford Center (1 S.E. Martin Luther King Blvd.).Average lunch $6. Dinner $10-$20. Open 11 a.m-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK.

Indian TAJ MAHAL: 900 Tutor Lane, 476-5000. Tandoori chicken, paneer tikka,

panjabi curry, kadai paneer, and more. Lunch buffet daily. Around $8. All-day buffet Sun. Dinner $10-$14. Open 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Sun.

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â&#x2DC;&#x2026; RĂ? RĂ IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT: (Downtown Hot Spot, 2012) 701-B Riverside Drive, 426-0000. Traditional Irish pub cuisine. Wide range of bottled and tap beers. Average meal $10-$13. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.- midnight Tues.Wed., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri., 1 p.m.-3 a.m. Sat., noon-9 p.m. Sun. No checks. Discover not accepted.

ACAPULCO: 8480 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, 858-7777. Authentic Mexi-

Italian/Mediterranean ANGELOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 305 Main St., 428-6666. Pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, pizzas.

Lunch $4-$5. Dinner $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri. 4-10 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Full bar. â&#x2DC;&#x2026; BIAGGIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RISTORANTE ITALIANO: (Service, 2012) 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 4210800. Italian cuisine. Lunch $5-$10. Dinner $6-$16. Carryout available. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun., until 9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. CAFĂ&#x2030; ARAZU: 17 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, 842-2200. Pitas, wraps, shish kebabs with lamb, chicken, and beef. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. DILEGGEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 607 N. Main St., 428-3004. Plate lunches, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta specialties. Lunch $5-$8. Dinners include pasta specialties, Italian veal, seafood, chicken entrees. Dinner $13-$18. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-10 p.m. Sat. (sandwiches and appetizers available to 11 p.m.). Closed Sun. Reservations OK. HOUSE OF COMO RESTAURANT: 2700 S. Kentucky Ave., 422-0572. American and Arabian specialties. Meals $8-$20. Open 4-9 p.m. Tues.Thurs., 4-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. MANNA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL: 2913 Lincoln Ave., 473-7005. Stuffed grape leaves, gyros, shish kebabs. Meals $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. MILANOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ITALIAN CUISINE: 500 Main St., 484-2222. Pizzas, pasta, baked sandwiches, dinner entrees. Lunch $5. Dinner $10-$12. Lunch 11 a.m.2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Dinner 4:30-8:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9:30 p.m. Fri. 4:30-9:30 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations OK. No checks. OLIVE GARDEN: 1100 N. Green River Road, 473-2903. Soups, salads, pasta, luncheon entrees. Average lunch $6. Dinner adds larger portions to lunch menu. Dinner $8-$15. Opens daily 11 a.m. Closes 10 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. PITA PAN: 1375 Washington Ave., 476-1111; 800 N. Green River Road, 4759333; 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, Ind., 853-9555. Gyros, pitaburgers, shish kebabs, baklava. Meals $5-$10. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily.

can dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more. Dine-in or carryout. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9:30 p.m. Sun. CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 10604 State Road 662, Newburgh, 490-9936. Fajitas, quesadillas, nacho platters, taco salads, and chimidogs. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. No checks. EL CHARRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 720 N. Sonntag Ave., 421-1986. Occasional mariachi band performances. Specialties include paella and chimichangas. Meals $5-$8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.Sat., 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sun. EL RIO: 1919 N. Green River Road, 471-1400. Authentic Mexican dishes. Lunch starting at $3.50. Combos including soft drink $5.99. Dinner $6-$12. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Reservations OK except Friday. No checks. HACIENDA: 990 S. Green River Road, 474-1635; 711 N. First Ave., 423-6355; 5044 Pearl Drive, 422-2055. Tex-Mex menu available all day. Average lunch $6, dinner $10-$12. Open 11 a.m. daily. Kitchen closes 10 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. JALISCO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, 4902814. Authentic Mexican cuisine. Average meal $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks. LA CABAĂ&#x2018;A: 821 S. Green River Road, 477-3351. Authentic Mexican entrees and seafood. Most lunches under $5. Most dinners under $8. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. LA PAZ MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 528 S. Main St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-3636. Traditional Mexican food. Average meal $10. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. LOS BRAVOS: 3534 N. First Ave., 424-4101; 834 Tutor Lane, 474-9078; 4630 W. Lloyd Exp., 464-3163. Traditional Mexican menu. Most lunches under $5. Most dinners under $10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., to 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks. LOS PORTALES MEXICAN GRILL: 3339 Green River Road, 475-0566. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more. Dine-in or carryout. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9:30 p.m. Sun. LOS TORIBIO: 1647 S. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-831-2367; 2810 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, 270-830-6610. Traditional Mexican cuisine. Lunches $4-$6. Dinners $6-$11. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.Sat., closed Sun. Reservations OK. LOS TRES CAMINOS: 12100 Highway 41 N., 868-8550. Authentic Mexican cuisine including chimichangas, burritos, Mexican pizza, and quesadillas. Meals: $8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. MOEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SOUTHWEST GRILL: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp. (inside The Evansville Pavilion), 491-6637. Fresh Mexican cuisine. Meals $4-$8. Beer, wine, margaritas. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. QDOBA MEXICAN GRILL: 922 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-0800. Fresh Mexican cuisine, bottled beer, margaritas, and catering. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks. TACO TIERRA: 420 S. Green River Road, 402-8226. Mexican fast food. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. & Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks. TUMBLEWEED SOUTHWEST GRILL: 1868 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270869-9800. Southwestern-style meals, chicken, steak, fajitas, salads. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $9-$12. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

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Cold and hot tapas including olives, nuts, cheeses, paella (saffron rice with seafood, chicken, and Spanish chorizo), and seafood dishes, plus Spanish wines, beers, and sangria. Tapas $5-$12. Open 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:30-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5:30-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK.

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sandwiches, plate lunches, pizzas, stuffed baked potatoes and appetizers. Breakfast available all day. Plate lunches $5. Open 7 a.m.-2 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Sun. Smoking facility, 18 and over. Live entertainment Sun. DARMSTADT INN: 13130 Darmstadt Road, 867-7300. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches. Dinner entrees include steaks, fried chicken, seafood. Most lunches under $6. Dinner $8-$12. Kitchen open 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., sandwiches available until 10 p.m. daily except Sun. No reservations. DAVEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SPORTSDEN PIZZA & PUB: 701 N. Weinbach Ave., #110, 479-8887. Lyleboli, TNT burger, Brew City fries. Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily. DEERHEAD SIDEWALK CAFE: 222 E. Columbia St., 425-2515. Soups, salads, sandwiches, double-decker pizzas. Meals $7-$10. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight Sun. Reservations OK. Smoking facility. FAST EDDYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: 507 N.W. Riverside Drive, 424-7625. Must be 21 to enter. Halfpound burgers ($2.99), peel-and-eat shrimp (3/$1), half-pound French fries ($1.50), steak kebabs ($4.99), pork and chicken kebabs ($2.69). Open

11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Tues., 11 a.m.-midnight Wed., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Thurs.Fri., noon-3 a.m. Sat., noon-1 a.m. Sun. No reservations. No checks. Smoking facility. FOX AND HOUND ENGLISH PUB AND GRILLE: 5416 E. Indiana St., 473-5721. Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Meals $5-$14. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. Large beer list, pool tables. Reservations OK. No checks. Smoking facility. FRED’S BAR AND GRILL: 421 Read St., 423-8040. Bar and family room. Classic tavern menu. Meals $5-$8. Kitchen open 11-3 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations for large groups only. No checks. No credit cards. Smoking facility. HICKORY PIT STOP: 1521 N. Main St., 422-6919. Barbecue chicken, turkey, pork, mutton, variety of side dishes. Average meal $6. Kitchen open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. Reservations for large groups only. Smoking facility. THE HILLTOP INN: 1100 Harmony Way, 422-1757. Sandwiches including brains, fried bologna, fried fish, salad bar, steaks, chicken, seafood entrees. Meals $6-$14. Kitchen open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No weekend reservations. HOOTERS: 4620 Lincoln Ave., 475-0229. Appetizers, including cooked and raw oysters, soups, salads, sandwiches. Average meal $6. Open 11 a.m.midnight Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Reservations for large groups only. No checks. HORNVILLE TAVERN: 2607 W. Baseline Road, 963-9318. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees including 16-oz. smoked pork chops, fried chicken, steaks, daily specials. All items available all day. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. HOTT’S GRILL: 122 N. Weinbach Ave., 437-3377. Philly cheese steaks, strombolis, super cheese fries, specialty pizzas. Average meal: $6-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. K.C.’S TIME OUT LOUNGE & GRILL: 1121 Washington Square Mall, 437-9920. Shrimp jammers, loaded fries, fried ravioli, egg rolls, southwest burger, pulled pork sandwich, Italian beef and gravy, and more. $6-$10. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. seven days a week. KIPPLEE’S STADIUM INN: 2350 Division St., 479-1542. Fried appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza. All meals available all day. Average meal $6. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks. KNOB HILL TAVERN: 1016 Hwy. 662 W., Newburgh, 853-9550. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees including shrimp, steak, chicken, fiddlers, hand-tossed pizzas. Meals $8-$15. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., noon-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No reservations. Smoking facility. KT’S FIRE GRILL: 7247 Main St., Wadesville, Ind., 673-4996. Rib-eye and filet steaks, barbecued chicken, ribs, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, strombolis, and seafood. Average dinner price: $5-$8. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Saloon hours: 10 a.m.-volume. ★ LAMASCO BAR & GRILL: (Plate Lunch, Place for Live Music, 2012) 1331 W. Franklin St., 437-0171. Basic tavern menu including soups, salads, sandwiches. Meals $5-$9. Steak dinners available Fri.-Sat. Kitchen open 7 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Sun. Reservations OK. Smoking facility. MAIN GATE SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT: 518/520 Main St., 428-7776/4841066. Grilled pork tenderloin, hot ham and cheese on a hoagy, Greek salads, nachos and cheese. Average meal: $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-close Fri.-Sat. O’BRIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 1801 N. Green River Road, 401-4630. Irish tavern food, reubens, burgers, soup, salad. Lunch $5.45. Dinner $7.50. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. No checks. OLLIE’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 401-2125. Tavern food. Meals $5-$7. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Mon. except during football season. PEEPHOLE BAR & GRILL: 201 Main St., 423-5171. Cheeseburgers, onion rings, fries, and the splitter (a fried hot dog). Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. THE PUB: 1348 Division St., 423-2121. Burgers, gyros, specialty sandwiches, salads, pita pizzas, Greek pastries, dinner entrees. Meals $6-$11. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri., 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. SMITTY’S LITTLE TAVERN: 2109 W. Franklin St., 423-6280. Pizza, sandwiches, chili, appetizers. Items $5-$12. Open 4-11 p.m. Bar open to midnight or later, Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-midnight, bar open to 3 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; noon-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. SPORTSMAN’S BILLIARDS AND GRILLE: 2315 W. Franklin St., 422-0801. Hamburgers, chicken breasts, catfish plates. Meals $5-$10. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. ST. JOE INN: 9515 St. Wendel Road, 963-9310. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials, fiddlers, steaks, fried chicken dinners. Meals $4-$7. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Reservations OK. No credit cards. Smoking facility. Not handicap accessible. ST. PHILIP INN: 11200 Upper Mount Vernon Road, 985-5558. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials. Dinner after 4 p.m. including fried chicken, steaks, shrimp, roast pork. Average lunch $5.50. Dinner $7-$8. Kitchen open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily except Sun. Smoking facility. STOCKWELL INN: 4001 E. Eichel Ave., 476-2384. Plate lunches, homemade soup, salads, sandwiches, steak, pork chops, fiddlers, brain sandwiches.

Meals $5-$10. Bar open 11-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Kitchen open 11-1 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Smoking facility. YELLOW TAVERN: 521 Church St., New Harmony, 682-3303. Must be 21 to enter. Traditional American food. Meals $9-$12. Carryout available. Open 11 a.m.- close Mon.-Sat. No credit cards.

CATERING ACROPOLIS AUTHENTIC GREEK CUISINE & SPIRITS: 501 N. Green River Road,

475-9193. Fine Greek dining, Greek-American cuisine. On- and offsite catering. Restaurant includes 50-person banquet room. Acropolis Banquet Hall, 2508 Highway 41 N., caters up to 300 people. BAUERHAUS MOBILE CATERING: 759-9000. Customized menus from simple party trays with gourmet hors d’oeuvres to elegant sevencourse meals. Specialize in private residential parties and grand corporate affairs with professional event coordination. Licensed bar services available. Exclusive caterer to The Pagoda Visitors Center. No party size limit. www.thebauerhaus.com. BLACK BUGGY RESTAURANT: 4920 Davis Lant Drive, 473-0012. Choose from meats, side salads, homemade bread, and more. Three style catering; buffet, cafeteria, and full-service. Carry-out and delivery options available. Will service groups from 15-2,500 guests. CACAO: 1218 Washington Square, 401-4044. No party limit. CATERING BY ROBYN: 453-2679. Complete meals to go, party appetizers, dinner parties, business luncheons. CHERYL MOCHAU, PERSONAL CHEF: 499-4631. Specializes in preparing and teaching others to prepare food for low-fat and special diets, including Atkins, salt-free, wheat-free, sugar-free, and others. Can cook for one to 12 people. DINNER FOR YOU: Scot Mangold, Personal Chef. 204-5906. Specializing in fresh foods that meet your taste and style. Also catering for inhome private parties up to 30 people. www.dinnerforyou.com. EDGEWATER GRILLE CATERING: 858-2443. Specializes in cooking Smoked Pork Jacqueline and Salmon Elizabeth. No party size limit. THE EVENT GALLERY BY MADELEINE’S: 956 Parrett St., 467-4255. Your first choice in banquet facilities. From intimate gatherings to receptions up to 400 guests. FIREFLY SOUTHERN GRILL: 402-2354. From box lunches to full service events, the upscale, down-home comfort food restaurant caters groups from 10 to 400. Licensed bar services available. JUST RENNIE’S CATERING: 401-8098 or 455-7927. Specializes in fine foods. No party size limit. KIRBY’S PRIVATE DINING: 1119 Parrett St., 422-2230. Open by reservation only to private parties, receptions up to 250. Minimum $500 food tab. Menu arranged in advance with chef. Hours negotiable. KOKIES FOOD SERVICE & BANQUET CENTERS: 423-8229. Can prepare anything from tacos to lobster for clients. No limit to party size. MADELEINE’S A FUSION RESTAURANT: 423 S.E. Second St., 491-8611. Specializing in unique ingredients to make one of a kind dishes. Private party rooms available or let Madeleine’s come to you. MARY & MARTHA’S CATERING: 220 N.W. 4th St., Suite 202, 424-7200. Fullservice catering with dishes that include smothered pork chops, corn pudding, sauteed cabbage and onion, and chess pie for dessert. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Scheduled catering on weekends). Call for pricing. NAGASAKI INN, JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE & SUSHI BAR: 5720 Virginia St., 4731442. Sushi and Asian cuisine. On and off-site catering. For special arrangements, call with plenty of time for planning. THE NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CENTER: 682-4491 or 800-7828605. Caters within a 50-mile radius of New Harmony, Ind., and offers a variety of food from steaks to sandwiches. Will serve up to 500. THE OLD POST OFFICE: 200 N.W. 2nd St, 253-2102. Caters up to 350 people for wedding receptions, banquets, holiday parties, and corporate entertainment. Choice of food from Acropolis or Just Rennie’s. PENN STATION EAST COAST SUBS: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 434-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-7361; 3525 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky., 270-683-1515. Off-site catering with free delivery. From 1010,000 people. Perfect for business meetings, outings and showers. Choose from: boxed lunches, sandwich platters, and cookie platters. Tea and lemonade available by the gallon. SCHNITZELBANK CATERING: 888-336-8233. Caters all types of food, including smoked pork chops, fried chicken, Schnitzelbank country biscuits with apple butter, potato casserole. On the spot with mobile kitchens. Party size range is 20-20,000 people. TOUCH OF HOME CATERING: 480-0310. Corporate lunches, weddings, special occasions. Home cooked food for groups of 15 to 500. TRUFFLES EATERY & CATERING: 490-6070. Corporate or casual events, private parties, and lunch or dinner groups. VENUWORKS: 515-232-5151. Offers catering and concessions, including all concession stands at the Ford Center (1 S.E. Martin Luther King Blvd.).

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hen Jaws and Star Wars debuted in the late 1970s, Kentucky natives Neil Kellen and Lewis D. Chaney became hooked on the ﬁlm industry. The pair individually spent their childhood making home movies and used their

siblings and family members as actors and crew. They wanted to make careers telling stories visually, and in early 2000, Kellen and Chaney met while working at Henderson, Ky.’s, former WEHT News25. Their common interest in independent filmmaking began a partnership. Over the next decade, Kellen and Chaney juggled family life and jobs and spent weekends producing and directing independent films. In 2007, the duo’s first movie Forever, a short

horror film, earned them their first Internet Movie Database (IMDB) credit. Since 2007, they’ve been involved in the production of nearly a dozen short films and received an award for Best Story in the World Independent Film Expo. When WEHT downsized last November, they seized the opportunity to focus on transforming their longtime hobby into a career. In December, they launched KeyChainProductions, a motion picture company specializing in feature films, corporate videos, commercials, and more. Their current project is a music video for Henderson musician Mina Fedora, an artist mixing hip-hop and electronic sounds. With proper funding, Kellen and Chaney’s main goal is to finish and promote Eidolon, a film geared toward women while combining characteristics from Poltergeist and Field of Dreams.

EL: How does each of your creative efforts complement each other? NK: We’re so receptive to each other’s ideas, so I think that helps a lot. We suggest ideas to each other, and we try to take the best course of action. We plan constantly, and at the end of the day, we don’t go home mad at each other. That’s really the key because to any good partnership, you have to be friends ﬁrst. LC: It’s just been about creating the best that we can create and meeting somewhere in the middle.

EL: How do the geographic dynamics of the Tri-State cater to or enhance the type of films you make?

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NK: One thing that I always like to say is, Alfred Hitchcock, before he ever started to write a movie, picked out his locations. For us, living and working in the Evansville and Henderson area, we know all the little nooks and crannies that would make really cool set pieces.

EL: What’s happened on a shoot that you’ll never forget? NK: One ﬁlm we did was in negative 8 degrees outside in the woods. We were all frozen; I was trying to hold a camera and I couldn’t even feel my ﬁngers. We had the other extreme when we worked on the hottest day of the summer out in Garvin Park. We were all smoldering; makeup

was melting off the actorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; faces and needed to be re-applied every minute. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just funny â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the extremes you go through and you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t getting paid to do it.

EL: 8IBU TFQBSBUFT HPPE GJMNT GSPN CBE GJMNT LC: Steven Spielberg said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If it ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on the page, it ainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t on the stage.â&#x20AC;? It starts with the script; it starts with the character. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have that down, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not going to be a good ďŹ lm. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go back and edit it into something itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not.

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The Guide A BIMONTHLY CALENDAR FOR THOSE WHO THINK THEREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOTHING TO DO IN (AND AROUND) EVANSVILLE AND THOSE WHO KNOW BETTER. Âł JANUARY 1-8 Annual Girl Scout Cookie Sale Through Jan. 13. Girl Scouts of Southwest Indiana, 223 N.W. Second St. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Girl Scout Cookie Sale wraps up early in the year to ensure February delivery. A change in this classic fundraiser: The Shortbread cookie celebrates 100 years of scouting with a fun commemorative box. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. $3.50 per box. 812-421-4970 or www.girlscouts-gssi.org.

Barry Motes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Parables Through Jan 31. Krempp Gallery Exhibit, Jasper Arts Center, 951 College Ave., Jasper, Ind. Barry Motes tells biblical stories through allegorical subjects in modern settings. The Kentucky artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paintings of parables comes north of the Ohio River for a January exhibition put on by the Jasper Community Arts Commission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; until 7 p.m. Thursday; 12-3 p.m. Sunday. Free. 812-482-3070 or www. jbmotesart.com.

Monster Jam Jan. 6-7. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. With 66-inch-tall tires and weighing 10,000-plus pounds, monster trucks roll into the Ford Center making a big impression. Marvel as the giant trucks fly 130 feet, a distance greater than 14 cars side by side. 7:30 p.m. Friday; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday. $20-$30. 812-422-1515 www.thefordcenter.com.

Âł JANUARY 9-15 Presence and Absence: A Photography Exhibit by Susan Bryant Jan. 11-Feb. 22. Melvin Peterson Art Gallery, University of Evansville, corner of Lincoln and Weinbach avenues. Whether the subject is a stack of vintage suitcases or a lock of braided hair, Susan Bryantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photographs â&#x20AC;&#x201D; developed with an antiquated 19th century process â&#x20AC;&#x201D; are singular and mysterious. Bryant, a professor of art at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tenn., will discuss her work at an opening reception and artist lecture on Jan. 11. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday-Friday; noon-3 p.m. Saturday. Free. 812-488-2043 or www. evansville.edu.

Mock Caldecott Program Jan. 12. Browning Event Room B, Central Library, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Mock balloting allows fans of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literature to view books, discuss them, and then vote on the best books of 2011 according to Caldecott rules. Help the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library and other librarians and educators choose the most distinguished American childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book. 8-11 a.m. Free. 812-428-8242 or www.evpl.org.

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Kelly Willis & Bruce Robison Jan. 14. Rapp-Owen Granary, 413 Granary St., New Harmony, Ind. From Austin, Texas, the duo of Willis and Robison take the stage in New Harmony, Ind., to perform a night of country music as a part of the Under the Beams Concert Series. Willis’s incredible voice dazzles, and Robison’s lyrics are superb. He has written No. 1 hits for superstars such as George Strait, Tim McGraw, and the Dixie Chicks. 8 p.m. $15-$28. 812-682-3128 or www.underthebeams.org.

The Magic School Bus Jan. 14. Jasper Arts Center, 951 College Ave. As a part of the Family Fun Series put on by the Jasper Community Arts Commission, The Magic School Bus, presented by Miss Frizzle’s iconic students, brings awareness to global warming and a need for facts. The plot is familiar to fans of the TV show: On an anything-but-ordinary field trip, the students — and the audience — move through a whirlwind tour. 3:30 p.m. $8$15. 812-482-3070 or www.scholastic.com/ magicschoolbus.

2012 World Tour of the Harlem Globetrotters Jan. 14. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. For their 2012 World Tour, the Harlem Globetrotters boast an impressive rookie lineup including Paul “Tiny” Sturgess, the world’s tallest pro basketball player at 7 feet 8 inches tall; Jonte “Too Tall” Hall, the shortest Globetrotter ever at 5 feet 2 inches tall; and Fatima “TNT” Maddox, the team’s first female player since 1993 and ninth female in team history. 1 p.m. $37-$86. 800-745-3000 or www.harlem globetrotters.com.

UE Piano Series featuring Corey Hamm Jan. 15. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The program “Rzewski: The People United Will Never Be Defeated,” featuring international pianist Corey Hamm, graces the University of Evansville’s concert hall. Hamm is an assistant professor of piano and chamber music at the University of British Columbia where he also serves as director of the UBC Contemporary players. 2 p.m. Kerri Kappler, a flutist, follows at 4 p.m. for her senior recital in voice. Free. 812-488-2754 or www.music.evansville.edu.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Social Justice in 2012 Jan. 16. Multiple locations, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. To celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the University of Evansville holds a series of lectures and events related to the Civil Rights leader including a tribute by UE’s Black Student Union, the 24th annual reenactment of the Walk for Justice, and a speech by Robiaun Charles, assistant vice president for development and external relations for the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement at the University of Texas at Austin. 11:30 a.m-7 p.m. Free. 812-488-2413 or www. evansville.edu.

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Luncheon Jan. 16. Carter Hall, University Center, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd.

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African American judge Glenda Hatchett has a successful career and a long-running TV show. She arrives at the University of Southern Indiana as the day’s keynote speaker. 11 a.m. $5-$15. 812-465-7188 or www.usi.edu.

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The History of America Parts I and II: A Print Exhibition Jan. 17-March 18. McCutchan Art Center/ Pace Galleries, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd. Two portfolios of fine art prints come from a variety of mediums that would make Johannes Gutenberg proud. The work showcases intaglio etchings, lithographs, screen-prints, woodcuts, and monotypes. Graduate students are among the participating artists, but the majority of the work comes from U.S. printmaking professors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday–Friday; 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 812-228-5006 or www.usi.edu.

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Faculty Recital, Jon Truitt, Baritone Jan. 17. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. After performing with professional opera companies across the United States and fulfilling more than 40 other roles in the baritone repertoire, Jon Truitt is now the associate professor of voice and opera and the head of the vocal area. Hear his rich baritone at the University of Evansville’s Wheeler Concert Hall. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-488-2754 or www.music.evansville.edu.

RopeWalk Reading Series Jan. 19. Carter Hall, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd. Writers Leigh Anne Couch and Kevin Wilson both have a long list of published works, but their best collaboration is their son Griff. The couple visits Evansville to discuss the craft of writing. 5 p.m. Free. 812464-1916 or www.usi.edu/ropewalk.

Personally Speaking Series Jan. 20. YWCA, 118 Vine St. Peggy Chastain, owner of Wildflower Boutique, offers travel advice in her presentation “Pack Smart: No Last Resorts.” Noon. $6. 812-422-1191 or www. ywcaevansville.org.

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Jan. 20-March 11. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky. The Kentucky Guild of Artists and Craftsmen presents this media exhibition showcasing paintings, jewelry, photography, textiles, and mixed media pieces, most of which will be for sale. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Free. 270827-1893 or www.parks.ky.gov.

Winter Weekend Jan. 20-21. New Harmony Inn, 504 North St., New Harmony, Ind. New Harmony seems like a town built for romance, and the Community Marriage Builders offer this getaway to enrich marriages. This weekend’s curriculum, “The Eight Habits for a Successful Marriage” and “Mastering the Mysteries of Love”, shares insight into companionship and romance. $100 per couple. 812-477-2260 or www.makeitlast.org.

Adult Artist Retreat Jan. 20 and Feb. 17. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. Every month, the John James Audubon Museum hosts a retreat for beginning to advanced artists to congregate and share their work. These retreats offer a variety of guest speakers and hands-on workshops. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $15. 270-827-1893 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.

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CLOWNING AROUND

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In Covington, Ky., Steve Roenker and Jean St. John

also give them the self-esteem to perform in front of audihead a program dedicated to clowns. My Nose Turns Red ences. “It really is great for the Theatre Company, a nonprofit organization founded by Roenker and St. John, was formed with the idea of using art whole child,” he says. In addition to reaching to create laughter. Roenker, who is a Kentucky Arts Council roster artist with more than 30 years of experience perform- the Northeast Kentucky and ing and teaching, began his organization as a mime company Cincinnati area, Roenker and his team also travel to comin 1980 out of Lexington, Ky., but changed it to center around clown theatrics. He wanted a more interactive show munities throughout the state, between the audience and performer. That was the draw for bringing circus performances both Roenker and St. John. Clown acts enabled them to not and workshops to elementary and middle schools. only engage the audience but also include them on stage. On Jan. 28, the theater Focused specifically on youth, My Nose Turns Red provides educational and entertaining programs where kids company brings 4-5 young perlearn to juggle, walk on stilts, balance on rolling globes, and formers to Henderson, Ky., for develop clown characters. The activities, says Roenker, help a fast-paced circus act at the Henderson Fine Arts Center. the children not only in technique and physical ability, but The performances are a great way for the kids to see what they’re capable of, says Roenker. “What’s most rewarding for me is the look on their faces when they did something they didn’t think they could do.”

Jan. 21. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents a passionate performance with classic melodies from Beethoven and Brahms. Between numbers, Principal cellist Kevin Bates takes the spotlight with his rendition of American composer Victor Herbert’s Cello Concerto No. 2. 7 p.m. $15-$53. 812-425-5050 or www. evansvillephilharmonic.org.

Audubon Adult Art Series: “Basic Design” Jan. 21, 28 & Feb. 4. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. By popular demand, Audubon Visual Arts will continue the annual Adult Art Series for adults and students ages 14 and up. This course, instructed by Marka Kroeger, kicks off the series with three weeks of basic design for beginning to intermediate artists. Pre-registration is required for all classes. 10 a.m.-noon. $20 per class. 270-827-1893 or www.parks.ky.gov.

The Ultimate Wedding Expo Jan. 22. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. Future brides and grooms fill the Vanderburgh 4-H Center for this large expo that provides the answers to nearly every wedding’s needs. Noon-4 p.m. Free. 812-449-4118 or www.vanderburgh4hcenter.com.

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Jan. 24. The Centre, 715 Locust St. The 2012 Bunny Bread Centre’d on Kids, previously known as Victory for Kids, begins the New Year with Skippyjon Jones. The musical, based on the book by Judy Schachmeer, comes to life in an enchanting production about imagination and following your dreams. 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. $6. 812-449-2118 or www.centre.evansvillegis.com.

The Color Purple BRINGING THE COMMUNITY & THE WORLD TOGETHER

Saturday, January 28, 2012 Evansville Country Club 3810 Stringtown Road Carl Kasell Scorekeeper and Judge for NPR’s Wait, Wait... Don’t Tell Me!

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Come celebrate over 40 years of Public Broadcasting service to the Tri-State! Satisfy your hunger for national and international news and information with Wait, Wait.. Don’t Tell Me! Scorekeeper and Judge, Carl Kasell. 5:30 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres and Tastings 6:30 p.m. Jiffy Auction, featuring: - Wait, Wait... Don’t Tell Me! tickets - Metropolitan Opera tickets 7:00 p.m. Conversation with Carl Kasell Desserts available immediately after the speaker.

Jan. 24. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. Discover the brave story of a woman who finds strength to overcome the oppression of society and share her voice in the world. This piece features jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues. 7 p.m. $44.50-$58.50. 270-6872787 or www.riverparkcenter.org.

Faculty Recital, Anne Fiedler, Pianist, and Carol Dallinger, Violinist Jan. 24. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. Anne Fiedler, the professor of music and head of keyboard at the University of Evansville and the principal keyboard and assistant principal second violin of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra, will perform with Carol Dallinger at this faculty recital. Dallinger serves as student advisor in the music department at UE and a faculty advisor for the Paul Rolland Memorial Student chapter of the American String Teachers’ Association. 7:30. Free. 812-488-2754 or www.music. evansville.edu.

³ JANUARY 25-FEBRUARY 2 Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Jan. 26-Feb. 5. Theatre Workshop of Owensboro, 418 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky. The infamous Sweeney Todd brings to life the original masterpiece of a vengeful barber on the hunt for revenge in 19th century London. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sundays. $12-$18. 270-683-5333 or www.visitowensboro.com.

matches speak only in the universal language of pain. 7:30 p.m. $15-$60. 812-422-1515 or www. thefordcenter.com.

My Nose Turns Red Theatre Jan. 28. Henderson Fine Arts Center, 2660 S. Green St., Henderson, Ky. The members of My Nose Turns Red, a 26-year-old nonprofit dedicated to teaching children to clown and perform in the circus, show their skills in this fast-paced act. Check out our feature on this theater company on p. 106. 2 p.m. $10. 270826-5916 or www.haaa.org.

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Portraits! Jan. 28. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. The Owensboro Symphony Orchestra hits the stage performing selections from Mendelssohn (most famous for his “Wedding March”), and proves the composer has a breadth of work. The show’s name reflects the goal: to paint pictures with sound. 7:30 p.m. $10.50-$40. 270-687-2787 or www.visit owensboro.com.

WNIN Gala Jan. 28. Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road. Carl Kasell may be the official judge and scorekeeper of the hit NPR show Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me!, but he also has a radio career spanning five decades. His career earned him a recent induction into the Radio Hall of Fame. He shares anecdotes at the WNIN gala. 5:30 p.m. $100. 812-488-2562 or www.wnin.org.

Super Show Jan. 28. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. As the largest professional wrestling company in the world, World Wrestling Entertainment broadcasts in 30 languages in more than 145 countries. The in-ring entertainers for the

Jan. 29. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. It takes a lot of preparation and patience to plan a wedding. In an effort to make the process as painless as possible, local bridesto-be are welcome to this show where they can meet with caterers, florists, jewelers, and several other vendors, as well as enjoy a wedding and prom fashion show. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Free. 270926-0800 or www.visitowensboro.com.

Prom and Bridal Fashion Night Out Jan. 29. Highland Woods, 1377 S. Hart St. Road, Vincennes, Ind. Models work the runway sporting hundreds of diverse prom and wedding dress styles at this dual fashion show event put on by Gates Brides World. The event also includes beauty consultations, cake and food tasting, and giveaways. 1-4 p.m. bridal event; 5-8 p.m. prom event. Donations appreciated. 812-882-2858 or www.gatesbridesworld.com.

Friends of Audubon Annual Luncheon Jan. 30. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. Support John James Audubon State Park by joining the Friends of Audubon for their annual luncheon. Noon. $10 donation. 270-826-2247 or mark. kellen@ky.gov.

Faculty Recital, Harlaxton Woodwind Quintet and Shepard Brass Jan. 31. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of

Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The Shepard Brass Quintet and Harlaxton Woodwind Quintet include a professionally active faculty with two distinguished residents performing in the wind area. Students and the public can meet the world-class guest artists and teachers in concert at the University of Evansville. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-488-2754 or www.music. evansville.edu.

The 75th Anniversary: The Great Flood of 1937 Jan. 31. EMTRAC, Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive. As a part of Evansville’s Bicentennial Celebration, the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science will host a five lecture series that focus on key moments in the city’s history. This lecture by Dr. Robert L. Reid, a retired provost and professor of history emeritus at the University of Southern Indiana, presents “The Great Flood of 1937: The Katrina of the Twentieth Century.” 7 p.m. Free. 812-425-2406 or www.emuseum.org.

Jeff Dunham Feb. 1. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. With new characters in his lineup, including Walter and Bubba J, comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham draws laughs from his multi-generational audience. 7:30 p.m. $46.50. 812-422-1515 or www.thefordcenter.com.

Andiron Lecture Series: Erika Taylor Feb. 1. University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The YWCA of Evansville has been around more than 100 years. Erika Taylor, the current executive director of the nonprofit organization

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Monty Python’s Spamalot Feb. 1. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. If you love to laugh, enjoy a one-night-only show of the musical comedy Monty Python’s Spamalot based on the classic and American-loved film Monty Python and The Holy Grail. Fans might ask, “Where did they get those coconuts?” 7 p.m. $42.50-$58.50. 270687-2787 or www.visitowensboro.com.

Laugh for Life with Tim Hawkins Feb. 2. Crossroads Christian Church, 10800 Lincoln Ave., Newburgh, Ind. Laugh for Life with Tim Hawkins is a stand-up comedy routine complete with guitar chops and vocal impressions. A former All-American baseball player, Hawkins now focuses on comedy. His show raises funds for the Pregnancy Resource Center of Evansville. 7 p.m. $20-$40. 812-423-9222 or www.restoringpeople.com.

Winter Jam Feb. 2. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Winter Jam Tour Spectacular, Christian music’s largest annual tour, brings renowned Christian music stars — including Sanctus Real, Peter Furler, and Kari Jobe — under one roof. 7 p.m. $10. 812-422-1515 or www.thefordcenter.com.

Coffee Hour Feb. 2. Melvin Peterson Art Gallery, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. Rob Griffith, a current associate professor in the Department

of Creative Writing at the University of Evansville, kicks off the 2012 coffee hour series for the university. Griffith’s award-winning poetry has been published by David Robert Books, and he is the co-founding editor of Measure: A Review of Formal Poetry. 4 p.m. Free. 812-488-2000 or www.english.evansville.edu.

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³ FEBRUARY 3-11 Tiny Tot’s Art “Little Rembrandts” – Hearts for Me & You Feb. 3. John James Audubon Museum, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. The first Friday of each month brings this series of fun and inspiring art classes to children ages 3 to 5. A new theme is introduced each week, and all aspiring Rembrandts should arrive dressed for a mess. 10:30-11:30 a.m. $5. 270-827-1893 or kim.mcgrew@ky.gov.

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dedicated to helping minorities, stops by the University of Evansville to discuss “Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women, the YWCA” as a part of the Andiron Lecture Series. 4 p.m. Free. 812-488-2000 or www.evansville.edu.

Alexandra Vainshtein — Photography Feb. 3-28. Krempp Gallery Exhibits, Jasper Arts Center, 951 College Ave., Jasper, Ind. Alexandra Vainshtein is a working photographer in New York City. But it’s her travel around the United States and Europe that inspire her black-andwhite photographs of both familiar scenes and unique pieces of art. Her work is displayed in Jasper, Ind., until the end of February. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; until 7 p.m. Thursday; noon-3 p.m. Sunday. Free. 812-482-3070 or www.jasperarts.org.

15th Annual “A Chocolate Affair” Feb. 4. Old National Bank, 1 Main St. For chocolate lovers, indulge in the city’s best chocolate from vendors such as Piece of Cake, Just Ren-

Every February since 2003, people wearing skimpy swimsuits, skintight athletic wear, or crazy costumes all have jumped into a Tri-State lake on the same day. Sometimes, before they plunged into the frigid water, ice needed to be broken. Firefighters in protective temperature suits floated in the water, and an EMT sat nearby in case the icy water did more to divers than turn their skin blue. There is a reason for the freezin’: to raise money for Southwest Indiana’s Special Olympics. The May 12 event at Central High School is the culmination of year-round sports training for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The Evansville athletes are part of 11,000 statewide participants, but before they can compete, the community plunges. Last year, 120 participants plopped into Scales Lake in Boonville, Ind., for the Polar Plunge. Each person had raised $75 from sponsors. Among the costumed-clad plungers were Newburgh, Ind., firefighters dressed in grass skirts and coconut bras, and seven men, donning dwarf costumes, carried Snow White into the shallow waters. Organizers of the Feb. 18 icy dip, now in its 10th year, hope 170 plungers will take to the lake. “I had worked with individuals with intellectual disabilities,” says Kelly Padgett. “I fell in love with them.” That’s reason enough for Padgett, the media coordinator and sponsor recruitment manager for the Area 10 Special Olympics Committee. Need more incentive? After plungers heat up, they celebrate at the After Splash Bash filled with food and music.

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nie’s, Stephen Libs Finer Chocolates, and many more. This chocolate overload is paired with hors d’oeuvres, champagne, a silent auction, and dancing to local musicians who know how to boogie. All proceeds benefit the work of the Lampion Center, a nonprofit organization with a range of services such as family counseling, adoption programs, and crisis help. 7-10 p.m. Donations requested. 812-471-1176 or www. lampioncenter.com.

Anonymous 4 Feb. 4. Rapp-Owen Granary, 413 Granary St., New Harmony, Ind. Before hitting the stage at the University of Evansville (Feb. 5 on campus), Anonymous 4 perform a one-night-only show in the Under the Beams Concert Series. Their traditional glee club/ensemble style showcases their ability to blend their voices for an extraordinary performance. 8 p.m. $15-$28. 812-6823128 or www.underthebeams.org.

20th Annual Holy Rosary Gala Feb. 4. Old Post Office Plaza, 100 N.W. Second St. For the 20th annual gala, Holy Rosary organizers chose this theme: “Back to the Future.” The event, open to the public, features a silent and live auction, dinner provided by gourmet chef Doug Rennie, and dancing to music by McFly!, a 1980s cover band. 5:30 p.m.-12 a.m. $80. 812-477-8923.

A Salute to the Heroes Feb. 4-5. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. The Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates America, and this unique night of music includes pieces from the World War II era, hits from the age of swing, and a Glenn Miller tribute. 7 p.m.

Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $15 and up. 812425-5050 or www.evansville philharmonic.org.

Super Bride Sunday Feb. 5. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Super Bride Sunday is the place to be to get ready for the big day. South Central Media presents the area’s largest bridal show, and the “cake dive” to search for valuable prizes is a favorite. Proceeds benefit Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center, a nonprofit organization helping children and adults with disabilities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 812-424-8284 or www.south centralmedia.com.

First Tuesday Concert Series, Inspired by Opera Feb. 7. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. Faculty members of the University of Evansville perform overtures, arias, and selections from beloved operas. This First Tuesday concert includes music of the grand theatrical stage and composers such as Puccini, Mozart, Bizet, and Verdi. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-488-2457 or www. music.evansville.edu.

Crick Lecture Feb. 8. Koch Center for Engineering & Science, Room 100, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The University of Evansville presents a lecture series on topics relating to the cognitive and neural sciences in honor of Francis Crick, known for his intellectual diversity. Dr. Damani N. Bryant from Oregon Health & Science University speaks

on Mechanisms of Sexually Dimorphic Estradiol Neuroprotection. 4 p.m. Free. 812-488-2532 or www.evansville.edu.

Carolina Chocolate Drops Feb. 9. 2660 South Green St., Henderson Ky. Get ready for some foot-stomping, kneeslapping tunes featuring the banjo, fiddle, guitar, snare, kazoo, jugs, and bones. This is a night of bluegrass music from a Grammy Award-winning band. 7:30 p.m. $18-$28. 270-826-5916 or www.haaa.org.

Civic Dinner Concert Series: Christopher Tyner Feb. 10. Evansville Civic Center, Germania Maennerchor, 916 N. Fulton Ave. Evansville Civic Theatre’s managing artistic director Christopher Tyner shows off his pipes as he headlines this concert series at Germania Maennerchor. He belts out love songs — just in time for Valentine’s Day. Reservations required. 6:30 p.m. $12-$18. 812-422-1925 or www.civic.evansville.net.

Orchid Escape Preview Party Feb. 10. Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive. When the temperaturecontrolled Amazonia debuted at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden a few years ago, it created the perfect environment for a long-running event: the Orchid Escape. The orchid exhibit continues through March 10. 7-10 p.m. $60. 812-435-6143 or www.meskerparkzoo.com.

The Really Big Show Feb. 11. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Evansville ARC’s annual fundraising event, this year’s show will be the

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For more than 35 years, retired University of Evansville chaplain Dr. R. Wayne Perkins and his wife Sally have amassed hundreds of commemorative pieces pertaining to John Wesley, the 18th century Anglican evangelist and theologian credited with founding Methodism. Throughout his travels to England and abroad, Perkins, a UE professor emeritus of religion, obtained memorabilia of Wesley’s life and ministry and showcased it in their East Side home, as featured in the July/August 2006 issue of Evansville Living. In February, the Perkinses will donate their compilation to create the John Wesley Commemorative Collection in the lower level of UE’s Neu Chapel. According to

UE chaplain Tammy Gieselman, the museum-quality gallery illustrates the longstanding heritage of the campus as a United Methodist affiliated institution and will hopefully serve as a resource center for those who want to learn more about the history of Wesley and Methodism. “We anticipate local church groups of all ages traveling to the UE campus and spending time in the Wesley Gallery,” she says. Set to open Feb. 19, UE’s Founders Day, the more than 100-year-old collection includes paintings, prints, Staffordshire ceramics, glass figurines, plates, cups, saucers, money boxes, teapots, mugs, pins, and more. Ample space is available to allow visitors to sit and sift through literature about Wesley and the school’s Methodist history.

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Strawberries and Champagne Gala and Silent Auction Feb. 11. Evansville Country Club, 3810 Stringtown Road. Enjoy an elegant evening with strawberries and champagne, dancing, and dinner to benefit the Betty Craig Scholarship Fund, named for a sorority member known for her community service efforts. The college scholarship is awarded to African-American high school students based on academic achievement, financial need, and community involvement. Hosted by the Evansville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. 7 p.m. $55. 812-319-5826.

Art Stroll Feb. 11. New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St., New Harmony, Ind. Warm your heart from the winter chill with a stroll down historic New Harmony, Ind.’s cozy line of antique shops and art galleries. 4-7 p.m. Free. 812-682-3156 or www.nhgallery.com.

Audubon Adult Art Series: “The Art of Color Pencils” Feb. 11, 18, 25. John James Audubon State Museum, 3100 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. “The Art of Color Pencils” returns this year for a three-week-long series for ages 14 and up. Jim List will instruct the class geared toward beginner to intermediate artists. 10 a.m.-noon (set up 9:30). $20 per class. 270-827-1893 or www. parks.ky.gov.

³ FEBRUARY 12-20 University of Evansville Choir Feb. 14. Neu Chapel, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The University of Evansville’s choir is composed of the finest vocal talent on campus. They will perform major choralorchestral masterworks at the University of Evansville’s Neu Chapel. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812488-2457 or www.music.evansville.edu.

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biggest yet. The Really Big Show includes musicians, dancers, comedians, and entertainers from the Tri-State. Also on tap: snacks, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Bayleigh Paukner Endowment that supports the Child Life Center, and all proceeds from sales and sponsorship benefit Evansville ARC, an organization helping those with disabilities. 7 p.m. $20 general admission; $100 VIP tickets. 812-428-4500 or www.evansvillearc.org.

Feb. 14. Old Courthouse, 201 N.W. Fourth St. The night goes like this: swing dancing, dinner eating, prize winning. It benefits the University of Evansville Jazz Ensemble’s trip to the Elmhurst College Jazz Festival. 7 p.m. Call for pricing. 812-488-2457 or www.music.evansville.edu.

Harmoniefest Feb. 17. Thrall’s Opera House, 612 Church St., New Harmony, Ind. This celebration commemorates the founding of the Harmonie Society, an 18th century group of religious separatists from Germany who established the Southwest Indiana town of New Harmony, Ind. Enjoy a pitch-in dinner, dessert bar, and live musical entertainment. 6 p.m. Free. 812-682-4488 or www.newharmony.org.

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The Guide Feb. 17. YWCA, 118 Vine St. Inspired by African American History Month, Ira Neal, the retired director of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation’s federal, state, and local student programs, comes to the YWCA to discuss the effects of Brown v. Board of Education in Evansville. Noon. $6. 812-422-1191 or www. ywcaevansville.org.

The Cripple of Inishmaan Feb. 17-25. Shanklin Theatre, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The talented theater students at the University of Evansville bring the performance of The Cripple of Inishmaan to life. Set in 1934 off the coast of Ireland in the small community of Inishmaan, the story

tells of a Hollywood movie crew that comes to a neighboring town to film a documentary. “Cripple” Billy Claven, a boy living in Inishmaan who sees it as a way to escape poverty and boredom, vies for a part in the film. Will he get it? 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $14; free for UE students. 812-488-2031 or www.theatre.evansville.edu.

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If country music legend Reba McEntire wasn’t enough for Evansvillians last November when the Ford Center opened, then the younger legend-in-the-making Lady Antebellum might be. The country music trio (Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood) has won six Grammy Awards, and their voices — a harmonious blend — are major factors for their success. Their last album, Need You Now, was a mega hit. It was the second best-selling album of 2010. The title track off that effort was a “masterstroke that captured the desperation of the lonely,” writes Los Angeles Times music reviewer Randy Lewis. The band captured two Grammy Awards for their work: Song and Record of the Year. This tour is about the band’s newest work, We Owned the Night. When Lady Antebellum stops in Evansville on Feb. 26, that music is the focus. The album feels like prom, argues Chris Richards of The Washington Post. “The country trio’s warmest songs hold you close like a doe-eyed dance partner while the achy-breakies grab an even tighter hold, not unlike an ill-fitting cummerbund,” he writes. “And every night is prom night on the band’s third album.” It works, Richards says: “Lady Antebellum’s real triumph is its willingness to resuscitate a pop archetype that died during the Reagan administration: the romantic power ballad duet.” That’s no easy task, says Mikael Wood of Entertainment Weekly. Lady Antebellum’s “songs describe raw emotions,” he writes, “in musical language that’s anything but.”

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The Guide Pancake Days Feb. 17-19. Downtown YMCA, 222 N.W. Sixth St. Enjoy endless platters of pancakes served with sausage, milk, coffee, and juice by the staff and volunteers at the YMCA. The feast is in support of local children and adults who can’t afford the Y’s wellness programs. 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday. $5 for adults (13 yrs. and over); $3 for kids under 13. 812-426-6210 or www. ymca.evansville.net.

2012 Boonville Polar Plunge Feb. 18. Scales Lake Beach, 800 W. Tennyson Road, Boonville, Ind. In its 10th year, Boonville’s Polar Plunge is expected to have its biggest turnout yet. This annual event, which benefits Southwest Indiana’s Special Olympics, welcomes all participants crazy enough to jump, or plunge, into frigid water in the middle of February. 1 p.m. Donations. 317-328-2000 or www.firstgiving.com.

Disney Live! Feb. 18. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Some of Disney’s most beloved characters arrive in Evansville. The characters come from classic stories including Cinderella, Beauty & the Beast, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, starring Disney icons such as Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy. 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. $19-$45. 812-422-2111 or www.centre. evansvillgis.com.

Viva Violin Feb. 18. Victory Theatre, 600 Main St. Elmar Oliveira, a world-renowned violinist and Grammy Award nominee, unites with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra in one of the most exhilarating works of the classics season with music from Rossini and Puccini. 7 p.m. $15 and up. 812-425-5050 or www. evansvillephilharmonic.org.

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Mardi Bras Feb. 18. Casino Aztar Conference Center, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive. One of the most unique events of the year is Mardi Bras, a fashion show with local celebrity models wearing one-of-a-kind brassieres and corsets by regional artists. This event includes a cash bar, appetizers, and a DJ. Proceeds support the AIDS Resource Group. 7-11 p.m. $50. 812-421-0059 or www.mardibras.org.

Marriage Insurance for Engaged Couples Feb. 18. Old Courthouse, 201 N.W. Fourth St. The goal of Community Marriage Builders: to make it last. This day for engaged couples encourages thought about life after marriage. 9 a.m. $30 per couple (reimbursed upon completion). 812-477-2260 or www. makeitlast.org.

Evolution of a City Feb. 19–May 13. Main Gallery, Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, 411 S. E. Riverside Drive. On March 27, 1812, Hugh McGary purchased 200 acres of land that became known as the City of Evansville. This exhibition — a part of the Bicentennial celebration that recognizes Evansville’s 200-year existence — includes historic documents and artifacts relating to the early years of Evansville. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. WednesdayFriday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; Noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 812-425-2406 or www. emuseum.org.

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The Guide Senior Recitals: Fatima Chan, Violin; Nathan Winstead, Trumpet; Nicholas Seibert, Trumpet Feb. 19. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. Enjoy an afternoon of recitals at the University of Evansville’s Wheeler Concert Hall featuring talented seniors on strings and brass. 2:30 p.m. Free. 812-4882457 or www.music.evansvlle.edu.

New Orleans Style Brunch Feb. 19. Old National Bank, 1 Main St. The Mardi Gras celebration comes to Evansville with the traveling “musictelling” group Tales & Scales at the New Orleans Style Brunch. Chef Josh Armstrong, longtime operator of Southern-inspired Riverview by Firefly, prepares the meal as jazz music fills the air. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $25 (12 and under); $50 general admission; $75 VIP pass. 812-425-8741 or www.talesandscales.org.

³ FEBRUARY 21-29 Wind Ensemble Feb. 21. Neu Chapel, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The University of Evansville Wind Ensemble will perform a wide variety of pieces from classic master works to intimate chamber music to completely new works. Comprised of 45 of the University of Evansville’s finest brass, woodwind, and percussion performers, this ensemble is not to be missed. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-488-2457 or www.music. evansville.edu.

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On Display An Evening with Lee and Richard Hamilton Feb. 21. Old Gallery, Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, 411 S. E. Riverside Drive. Brothers Lee Hamilton, a former congressman, and Richard Hamilton, a former reverend, discuss what it was like growing up in Evansville in the 1940s. Their lecture is the second in a series of five lectures at the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science that are a part of Evansvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bicentennial celebration. 7 p.m. Free. 812-425-2406 or www. emuseum.org.

Soup, Salad, and Style Luncheon and Fashion Show Feb. 23. Patchwork Central, 100 Washington Ave. Winter cold may be outside, but inside spring is in the air. Preview the latest spring fashions, and enjoy a lunch prepared by Patchworkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most talented chefs at this annual event that benefits services to at-risk youth and families in need. Reservations required. Noon-1:30 p.m. $40 in advance; $50 at the door; $300 for a table for eight. 812-4242735 or www.patchwork.org.

Bat Boy: The Musical Feb. 23-26. The Annex, 1138 Washington Square, Washington Square Mall. Bat Boy: The Musical is the tale of an offbeat love story. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part horror and part comedy, just like the main character, who is part boy and part bat creature. 7:30 p.m. $10. 812-425-2800 or www.civic.evansville.net.

Toast to the Arts Feb. 24. Carter Hall, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd. Local artists create masterful work, and this night is for them. Mingle with supporters of the arts at this annual gala, which benefits scholarship programs and student development activities of USIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Society for Arts and Humanities. 7 p.m. $125. 812-464-8600 or www.usi.edu.

Cirque Mechanics Boomtown! Feb. 24. Henderson Fine Arts Center, 2660 S. Green St., Henderson, Ky. Returning to Henderson, Ky., the Cirque Mechanicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new show Boomtown! highlights the relationship between man and machine. The prospectors and entrepreneurs in search of gold out West inspire the spirit of adventure and stunts with mechanical scenery and props. 7:30 p.m. $18$28. 270-826-5916 or www.haaa.org.

Nunsense Feb. 24-Mar. 4. Pangea Theatre, 1320 Carter Road, Owensboro, Ky. Owensboroâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Back Alley Musicals presents an outrageous and hysterical musical comedy at Pangea Theatre. The long-running Nunsense has featured numerous leads across the country, including Priscilla Presley. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 25 and March 2-3; 2 p.m. Feb. 26 and March 4. $18-$20. 270-9254963 or www.visitowensboro.com.

Jeans â&#x20AC;&#x2122;N Classics Feb. 25. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. Performing selections from Earth, Wind & Fire; Chicago; and Blood, Sweat & Tears, the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra will play an unforgettable assortment of music for all ages. 7:30 p.m. $10.50-$40. 270-6872787 or www.visitowensboro.com.

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ART AIDES An Evansville Museum group knows how to rock #Z -PVJT -B 1MBOUF As soon as Matt Rowe could drive, he headed to the Evansville Museum of Arts, +LVWRU\ DQG 6FLHQFH 7KH ÄĽ\HDUÄĽROG VWXÄĽ dent attended exhibition openings and deÄĽ YHORSHG D ORYH DÉąDLU ZLWK WKH FXOWXUH IRXQG ZLWKLQ WKH ZDOOV RI WKH VÄĽEXLOW IDFLOLW\ ,Q 5RZH DOVR ZDV DW WKH ÂżUVW PHHWÄĽ LQJ RI WKH WKHQÄĽXSVWDUW (YDQVYLOOH 0XVHXP Contemporaries, an organization designed to build museum interest among young proÄĽ fessionals. Cathy Mitchell, a longtime memÄĽ ber of the Evansville Museum, launched EMC when she noticed an absence of ÄĽ DQG ÄĽVRPHWKLQJV VXSSRUWLQJ WKH Downtown attraction. Her mission was to attract the young, or else watch the museum become part of the history it displays. 2012 marks the 21st year for EMC, which has 400 members, and Rowe, now the executive director of the nearby Reitz Home Museum, is the current EMC president. The organization puts on four fundraising events each year. In their two decades, members have raised more than Ä˛ IRU WKH PXVHXP <HW WKH LGHD KDV PRUH WKDQ ÂżQDQFLDO incentives. It is to bring a community toÄĽ gether culturally and socially. Last fall, memÄĽ bers brought in indie rock band Heypenny to perform. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The concert was a huge sucÄĽ cess,â&#x20AC;? says Rowe, â&#x20AC;&#x153;thanks to member A.C. Braun,â&#x20AC;? a business development manager with Industrial Contractors, Inc. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was awesome. Heypenny brought a whole crowd RI ÄĽVRPHWKLQJV Â´ 7KLV )HEUXDU\ (0& 8QFRUNHG Ä§ D wine tasting with hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and a perÄĽ formance from the band After Hours Jazz Ä§ WUDQVIRUPV WKH PXVHXP LQWR D PDNHVKLIWÄĽ \HWÄĽEHDXWLIXO ZLQHU\ ZLWK QHDUO\ VSLULWV

vendors. In April, Roger Stoller, a California artist, returns to Evansville for the EMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s second event of the year. Stoller has a speÄĽ cial connection to the River City. Members of the Arena Project Committee chose 6WROOHUÂśV SLHFH Âł9LEUDQW 5LYHUÂ´ Ä§ D ÄĽIRRW WDOO ÄĽIRRW ZLGH VFXOSWXUH Ä§ WR DGRUQ WKH curvy facade of the Ford Center, which opened in late 2011. His steel structure will incorporate symbolic and abstract images of Evansville. After he won, Stoller toured the city for two days with Rowe and Rita Eykamp, two members of the Public Arts Commission. Stoller saw numerous attractions, including WKH ÄĽIRRW WRZHU RQ WKH ÄĽEXLOW 2OG Courthouse, the remains of the Middle Mississippi Indian culture at Angel Mounds State Historic Site, and the homes of the Riverside Historic District. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you can explain the houses up and down First Street, you can explain the whole development of the city socially and economically,â&#x20AC;? Rowe says. An architect turned sculptor, Stoller photographed architectural details of these Victorian homes, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;he seemed to have an interest in the owl artifacts made by the prehistoric people at Angel Mounds,â&#x20AC;? Rowe says. The duo also took Stoller to the top Ă&#x20AC;RRU RI WKH 2OG 1DWLRQDO %DQN EXLOGLQJ RQ the corner of Main Street and Riverside Drive. There, Stoller saw the bend in the river, the main symbol of his piece. Expected to be completed in 2012, Stollerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vibrant Riverâ&#x20AC;? will stand tall on Sixth and Main streets for decades, and Rowe hopes that fact attracts people to Stollerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lecture in April. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope that heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll address the sculpture heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doing in EvansÄĽ ville,â&#x20AC;? Rowe says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see.â&#x20AC;?

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The Guide EMC Uncorked Feb. 25. Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive. An evening of wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, and live entertainment benefits the Evansville Museum Contemporaries, a group that provides social, cultural, and educational activities to raise funds for the museum and its programs. 7-10 p.m. $40. 812-425-2406 or www. emuseum.org.

Day of Dance Feb. 25. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Inspired by February, American Heart Month, The Women’s Hospital introduces the Day of Dance. Alongside health experts are dance instructors to teach attendees how to dance through the decades and the “Signs of a Heart Attack” dance — fun, important, and memorable moves that could save a life. 8 a.m.-noon. Free. 812-842-4571 or www. deaconess.com.

Letters for Literacy Scrabble Tournament Feb. 25. Commons Area, Ivy Tech Community College, 3501 N. First Ave. Teams of three vie for the championship in the Letters for Literacy Scrabble Tournament. Two divisions, competitive or just for fun, attract a range of participants. 1-4 p.m. $50 per team. 812-4291222 or www.litcenter.org.

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Faith Day Feb. 25. Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 1301 S. Green River Road. The third annual Faith Day welcomes the public to take part in the Eucharistic celebration. Bishop Charles Thompson leads a number of religious leaders at Holy Rosary Church on an exploration of the sacrament of the Eucharist. Registration at 8:15 a.m. Free. 812-477-8923 or www.hrparish.org.

Jazz Guest Artist Series Feb. 26. Wheeler Concert Hall, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. During the annual Jazz Guest Artist Series, the Evansville Jazz Society brings numerous well-known jazz artists to the Evansville community. Guests have yet to be announced; however, recent guests include Pat Harbison, Jamey Aebersold, Dick Sisto Quintet, and the Houston Person Quartet. 4 p.m. $15; $10 for Evansville Jazz Society members; $5 for UE students. 812-488-2457 or music.evansville.edu.

YMCA’s Indoor Triathlon Feb. 26. Dunigan YMCA, 6846 Oak Grove Road. Putting a unique spin on timed races, the YMCA measures how far you get in a specified time limit versus a set distance. In 15-minute increments, participants will swim, bike, and walk or run to compete for awards while benefiting the Y’s mission to help change the health of local citizens. 8 a.m.-noon by appointment only. $35.

812-401-9622 or ymca.evansville.net.

Lady Antebellum and Darius Rucker Feb. 26. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The award-winning country trio Lady Antebellum and former Hootie and the Blowfish frontman Darius Rucker bring their tour to Evansville. Their performance is one of the first concerts in the Ford Center. 7:30 p.m. $40 and up. 812-422-1515 or www.thefordcenter.com.

Pop Goes the Rock Feb. 28. The Centre, 715 Locust St. Pop Goes the Rock by Cirque Dreams is a new musical that puts a rock ‘n’ roll party in a carnival funhouse. Timeless tunes mix with an international cast of singers, dancers, acrobats and musicians dressed in extravagant costumes and theatrical mayhem. 7:30 p.m. $20 and up. 812-435-5770 or www. smgevansville.com.

University Symphony Orchestra Feb. 28. Neu Chapel, University of Evansville, 1800 Lincoln Ave. The University Symphony Orchestra is an ensemble of nearly 60 student musicians encompassing both majors and non-majors. The group performs four times each year featuring solo appearances by guest artists. 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-488-2457 or www.music. evansville.edu.

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Final Detail EXTREME MAKEOVER Magazine Edition

If only it were this easy! The redesign of Evansville Living, which you’ve just perused (unless you are among the two percent of magazine readers who read back to front) was an arduous exercise illustrated by this photograph of font combinations of our nameplate placed on Evansville Living covers. If the word font (typestyles) and nameplate (our logo) aren’t part of

your daily lexicon, worry not. While we redesigned Evansville Living to better serve our readers, you shouldn’t need a primer in periodical publishing or graphic arts to understand and appreciate the changes. Though Evansville Living has continually been updated and refreshed – tweaked, you might say – the magazine, now in our 13th year, has never been fully redesigned. Our nameplate – our identity – has been the same since our inaugural issue. This is the change you likely noticed first. The new Evansville is presented in the font Agenda, described as a high-style humanist alternative to the contemporary Swiss sans serif typestyles. (A serif is a small projecting type feature at the end of type strokes; sans serif type excludes these features.) The new Living type, called Monterey, replaces our original script, which we loved 13 years ago, but not so much now. We had begun to believe it lacked boldness and energy – and, frankly, some readers missed the word Living entirely, seeing only Evansville on the cover. The new nameplate is designed to exude new energy while staying true to the magazine.

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