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Bishop’s OrchardS: FAMILY, FOOD & FUN

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Dave Kardas Band’s eclectic success

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On the cover is Charlotte Greene, an up and coming photographer in the New Haven area. Photo by Katherine Rojas Publisher: Oliver Collins Editor in Chief: Jack Miller Managing Editor: Katherine Rojas Music Editor: Hannah Woomer Arts and Lifestyle Editor: Melissa Cole Dining Editor: Tom Russo Copy Editor: Kelley Bligh Contributing Writers: Kelley Bligh, Joe Callaghan, Oliver Collins, Kate Czaplinski, Kyle Murphy, Kathleen Strain, Millie Westport, Hannah Woomer

Gordon Skinner: Self-Made Artist Speaks his Creative Vocabulary

Letter from Publisher

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Self-Made Artist Speaks his Creative Vocabulary By Kate Czaplinski

Arts Listings

Bishop’s Orchards prepares for Halloween season By Katherine Rojas

Photography Editor: Charlotte Greene Contributing Photographers: Jake Grubman, Casey Roche, Katherine Rojas

The Cask Republic Brings Oktoberfest to New Haven

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Dining Listings

The Cask Republic Brings Oktoberfest to New Haven By Tom Russo

Dining Listings

MODERN PIZZA: Get it while it’s hot By Katherine Rojas

celebrate the harvest: support your local growers By Joe Callaghan

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Campus scene

An Interview with Dr. Donofrio By Kathleen Strain

SHOPPING Listings

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Dave Kardas Band’s eclectic success By Millie Westport

Music Listings

Fight the Fear By Kyle Murphy

Great Caesar: ARE THESE GUYS FAMOUS YET?

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all is here and I’m actually starting to enjoy this time of year. I’ve always heard, over the years, how much people enjoy the crisp weather, beautiful scenery, and what a special time it is. My parents have always loved it, for one — the leaves changing color, temperatures finally cooling down, no longer sweating in work clothes, and a whole different, calmer kind of vibe. Summer is over, and it’s time to celebrate a new season. In the past, I really hated this time of year. From a young age, it meant back to the grind. School is in session and the fun was over. No more summer camp, summer loves, wild long nights, beach days, lazy days, consistent sleepovers, tennis matches, sleeping in — all done, in a snap of the fingers. Wake up early, boring classes, social stress, get home, do your homework, do it all over again. I didn’t like it as a kid, and even as I grew up it meant less fun. I was a tennis pro during my college summers

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and had an absolute blast. Next thing I knew the club closed down and I was zooming off to Union College. Done, just like that. (OK, college wasn’t that bad). But, now I’m actually starting to get it. I’ve been out of school for almost a decade, and reality has started to kick in. Life tends to get more consistent. Dare I say the heat is starting to get to me in the summer (am I getting old?), and I really do enjoy the cool breezes. The trees of New Haven, as well as the surrounding shorelines are full of color, and there’s a different type of joy this time of year. It’s like we finally appreciate the sunshine, because we don’t know how much longer it will last. So, what’s there to enjoy in October? Well, Katherine Rojas’s article on Bishop’s Orchards (Page 9) would be a good place to start. Apple picking, apple cider, corn mazes, hayrides — what’s better than that? Get in the spirit of things. Not everyone gets to have four seasons, so let’s not forget to enjoy it. Also, music venues tend to heat up this time of year. You’ll want to check out Stella Blues bar for a good jam band, Toad’s for their regular host of FR OC EE wildly diverse bands, TOB 201 ER 2 BAR Wednesday night indie shows, and if you want to follow a band, check out a couple of our favorites, Fight the Fear (page 27) and Dave Kardas Band (page 25). Fight the Fear exhibits its hard rock abilities and Dave Kardas Band features jazz fusion — a little smoother and slower if you want to chill out with a glass of wine and music for the evening. When it comes to music, you know Groove is the only source you need!

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One new feature I’m excited about is our Campus page (page 13). With five colleges in the area (Albertus Magnus, Yale, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University and Quinnipiac), these institutions are meccas for lectures and special events, most of which are open to the public. We noticed these events would be reported the next day in the local newspaper, disappointed that we missed yet another national figure. They really need to be marketed better, and we thought we could take on that role… you saw it here first, folks! I have to admit, I have tried a ton of pizza restaurants in New Haven and my personal favorite is Modern Apizza. Of course I’ve tried Sally’s and Pepe’s. They are good, and they are special, but Bill Pustari really has created the best pizza in town. Modern Apizza truly is ready to join the elite class that Sally’s and Pepe’s have enjoyed. Be sure to read our review on page 19 for all the juicy details. Oh, and you didn’t think a coffee addict would not mention the pumpkin spice flavor all over the place now, did you? Just about every coffee shop is offering it, and it’s available in any way you like to digest your caffeine (coffees, lattes, etc.). Pumpkin bread is the perfect complement, so get them both before fall is over! Things get pretty chaotic in November with the start of the holidays, parties, gift-giving, gearing up for the long cold winter ahead, so take the time to enjoy October. Go for a lazy stroll in the local parks and beaches, dine outdoors for the final time, play some flag football games and keep on Groovin’.

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Gordon Skinner:

Self-Made Artist Speaks his Creative Vocabulary By Kate Czaplinski

he bright, bold colors, the tribal patterns, and masked characters — it’s what artist Gordon Skinner calls his “artistic vocabulary.” His vocabulary is speaking to a growing audience in the New Haven area, who are taking notice of the self-made artist. “It’s my little world,” the 35 year-old New Haven area resident says of his paintings. “I want you to be in my mind.” Skinner’s solo show, “Hard Works — The Artwork of Gordon Skinner,” opens Sept. 20 at the Da Silva Art Gallery, 897 Whalley Ave. The title of the show is a double entendre, not only describing his paintings, comprised primarily of intimate, expressive portraits but also his own work ethic. “My goal is to paint full-time,” he said. “I currently work with mentally handicapped adults.” His hard work has been paying off since he decided to pick up the paintbrush two years ago, inspired by artists like Picasso and even Dr. Seuss. “One day I got the courage to start painting — it was kind of spontaneous,” Skinner says. “I’m self taught. I used to think you had to be a master and go through school.” Skinner gravitated to expressive forms of art and describes his process as very natural and flowing through his own life experiences. As an African American man, he noticed that some of his frustration, social issues, and identity crisis, were groovemag.com

coming through in his work. “It just comes out naturally and it’s an honest point of view,” he says. “Something I started to notice was these themes were coming out — tribal-esque patterns and cultural influences.” While his paintings, which he calls “masks,” have made him a voice in the African American community, he is simply telling his own story. “What really influences my paintings are my personal struggles,” he says. “Trying to accomplish my goals, creatively, as opposed to working a 9 to 5.” In the upcoming exhibition, viewers will see paintings ranging in mediums on canvas and wood. They’ll also “meet” a few family members he painted in a series

he calls, The Gohar Tribe. “It’s a family of figures that look aesthetically similar,” Skinner said. Where did the name for his tribe come from? “I’ll be honest with you, I go hard at everything I do,” he says. “So I just dropped the ‘d’ and had the Gohar Tribe.” The Da Silva Gallery describes his work as reminiscent of the tradition and movement known as “Blues Impulse.” This tradition follows a long list of artists of various mediums who have taken extenuating circumstances and hardship and turned it into something creative as an artistic expression. That expression has made local headlines and garnered attention for the new talent. In January, he was the subject of a documentary, “Stolen I.D.: Fragmented, Colonized and Lost,” by Take Notice Productions. His solo exhibition, which has the same name, was on view at the New Haven Public Library. Skinner was also featured recently on Connecticut Style on WTNH. His show at Da Silva opens Sept. 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. and runs through Oct. 19. In early 2013, he’ll have a show at Norwalk Community College. He hopes his experience encourages others to tap into their creative side and he has advice for those who want to try. “You really have to take it seriously and develop it,” he says of talent. “Do your research and your homework. Apply what you’ve learned and just go for it.”

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CHESHIRE Barker Character, Comic & Cartoon Museum

BRANFORD Branford Art Studio 483 East Main St. (203) 488-2787 Gallery and visual arts classes for adults, from a master painter.

Martha Link Walsh Gallery 188 North Main St., Rte. 1 (203) 481-3505 Original artwork featuring art paper cutting and hand crafted note/holiday cards sold by the artist/owner.

Tabor Community Arts Center 45 Tabor Dr. (203) 488-5668 All ages art and music workshops/ classes.

1188 Highland Ave. (203) 699-3822 Chock full of memorabilia from the past 100 years of American toys, TV figurines, cartoons and comic strips. Fans of Gumby, make your home here.

GUILFORD Greene Art Gallery

Shoreline Arts Alliance

SoBoBo Art Gallery & Consortium

725 Boston Post Rd. (203) 453-3890 They stage performances and exhibits by local, national, and international artists. Also responsible for Concerts on the Green, Shakespeare on the Shoreline, and the Shoreline ArtSpace Series.

17 Broadway (203) 876-9829 Mix media, classes offered, and unique contemporary art exhibitions.

HAMDEN Eli Whitney Museum and Workshop

29 Whitfield St. (203) 453-4162 The gallery displays a variety of contemporary paintings from over 25 talented artists.

915 Whitney Ave. (203) 777-1833 A family friendly museum with an educational laboratory and art galleries.

Guilford Art Center

Hamden Arts Commission

411 Church St. (203) 453-5947 The Mill Gallery showcases the works of local and national artists. Classes and workshops are available for all ages in nearly all disciplines.

2901 Dixwell Ave. (203) 287-2546 Arts and music programming for the town of Hamden.

MADISON Madison Art Cinemas 761 Boston Post Rd. (203) 245-FILM Screenings of independent films. Also serves as an art gallery and community center.

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Boston Post Rd. (between Academy St. and Scotland Ave.) (860) 767-2624 Large contemporary sculptures along the Boston Post Rd. situated in the New Alliance Courtyard and around the Scranton Park Pavilion.

MILFORD Firehouse Art Gallery 81 Naugatuck Ave. (203) 878-6647 Artist in Residence program, classes offered, 1,000 sq ft gallery and community center for the arts.

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40 Railroad Ave. (203) 878-6647 Art exhibits, music series, an arts and crafts festival, and other special events throughout the year.

NEW HAVEN Artspace 50 Orange St. (203) 772-2709 Thought provoking visual art public gallery with multiple exhibits, film series and special events.

Channel 1 220 State St. (888) 746-7241 Showroom and gallery of skateboards, graffiti art, pop art and apparel.

City Gallery 994 State St. (203) 782-2489 Artist-run contemporary art gallery with 17 members. Artwork includes all mediums, from painting to photography, sculpture, to mixed media.

Creative Arts Workshop 80 Audubon St. (203) 562-4927 Visual arts workshops and art classes for all ages and levels of experience. The Hiles Gallery displays exhibitions year round.

DaSilva Gallery 897-899 Whalley Ave. (203) 387-2539 Contemporary art gallery that also provides design and framing services.

Elm City Artists Gallery 55 Whitney Ave. (203) 922-2359 Artist-run art gallery. Includes all mediums from painting to photography, sculpture, to mixed media.

Gallery 195 195 Church St, 4th Floor (203) 772-2788 The gallery is sponsored by the Arts Council of Greater New Haven and First Niagara Bank. The gallery exhibits an art show every quarter by two artists. - Continued on 10

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Bishop’s Orchards prepares for Halloween season By Katherine Rojas

s the weather grows colder, pumpkins begin to ripen, perfect for Halloween and pie-making season. That is when Connecticut residents take a trip to Bishop’s Orchards in Guilford, for apple picking and a visit to the pumpkin patch. The family-owned orchard starts the new season with its Halloween parade and other free activities, such as story time with kids on the pumpkin patch. Halloween doesn’t have to be a scary holiday at the Bishop’s Orchards. Their family friendly activities create a pleasant atmosphere where visitors can get the feeling of fall in New England. “It’s a great place to come out with your family and to really get that taste of New England, something to do in the weekend especially,” Marketing Director Sarah Dellaventura said. The Bishop’s Orchards offers more than just Halloween activities. It’s the host of a farmer’s market and a plethora of vegetable and fruit picking, providing fresh and local foods since 1871. The farmer’s market is open year-round, with a farm winery. This market consists of a meat department, dairy, frozen foods, an operating bakery, a cheese department and a mini grocery store. “We want people to have that piece of New England,” Dellaventura said.

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“Our signature thing that we’ve always done is pick your own apples.” The Bishop’s Orchards grow many crops on 320 acres of land, 313 of which are owned by the family farm corporation, according to their website. The seasonal fruits and vegetables are available for picking at season specific times. Specifically, by the third week of October, beginning Sept. 5 to Oct. 31, the pumpkin patch will be open. Throughout the summer and early fall, blueberries, raspberries, pears, peaches and apples are available for picking. Although the orchard doesn’t offer organic foods, you can still eat right off the tree. “We really press the fact that everything here is local and fresh,” Dellaventura said. Growing organic foods means using products derived from natural sources instead of synthetic chemicals or fertilizers, the Bishop’s Orchards website explained. The orchard, instead, uses Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations defines IPM as combining different management strategies and practices to grow a healthy crop and minimize the use of pesticides. “It’s hard to grow organic in New England since the weather elements are constantly changing,” Dellaventura ex-

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plained. “We don’t use anything harmful, whatsoever, on any of our fruits and vegetables that we grow here, you can eat off the tree.” The orchards are open seven days a week, and for the month of October, the orchards offer activities for all ages. The colder season invites activities such as picking apples and pumpkins and the opportunity to explore corn and hay mazes. The weekends of October are scheduled for making your own scarecrows, face paintings and donkey rides. Some events have a cost associated with them, such as pick your own apples, and the corn and hay mazes, but there are also ways to have fun for free, such as the story time for kids and the Halloween parade. “It’s an extra activity that we like to offer people in the community to come out and do with their families, with their kids,” Dellaventura said. “Adding different activities over time and seeing what people are looking for and what they want to do and what brings people here.” The Bishop’s Orchards give the people what they demand, and its annual, all-ages Halloween events are always a success. The Halloween festivities begin on Oct. 11 and 18, with story time for kids at 4 p.m. that will take place in the pumpkin patch. The long awaited Halloween parade is set for Oct. 25, with a costume contest at the pumpkin patch.

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ARTS Long Wharf Theatre 222 Sargent Drive (203) 787-4282 Award-winning theater striving to build community through theater and presenting about 6 to 8 plays a year.

The Institute Library 847 Chapel St. (203) 562-4045 A revitalized membership library with a wide array of public events, theatrical performances, and poetry readings. Also, the oldest independent circulating library in the United States.

John Slade Ely House 51 Trumbull St. (203) 624-8055 This converted Elizabethan house is a center for contemporary art, showing three to five exhibits a year.

Lyric Hall Antiques and Conservation

New Haven Museum

White Space Fine Art Gallery

27 Whalley Ave. (203) 389-8885 A Westville performing arts gem for music and theater. Also, an architecture restoration business.

114 Whitney Ave. (203) 562-4183 Permanent exhibits of the New Haven Museum include information about the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, art galleries, and a maritime gallery.

195 Church St. (203) 494-1200 The White Space Gallery is a fine arts gallery focusing on surreal and abstract art and pieces from master artist Salvador Dali.

Kehler Liddell Gallery

River Street Gallery

Yale Architecture Gallery

873 Whalley Ave. (203) 389-9555 The gallery showcases and represents 24 Connecticut-based artists from all disciplines including painting, sculpture, paper making, and photography, among others.

72 Blatchley Ave. (203) 776-3099 Gallery housed in Fairhaven Furniture. Since 2004 it has showcased the creative works of local artists and artisans.

Knights of Columbus Museum

247 College St. (203) 562-5666 Legendary theater where shows like Oklahoma! made their debut before heading to Broadway. They still do theater, but music too. Recent acts include Willie Nelson, Jeff Mangum and Ray LaMontagne.

One State St. (203) 865-0400 Preserving and displaying Catholic heritage through art.

Shubert Theatre

180 York St. (203) 432-2288 Features exhibitions throughout the year, located on the second floor of the Yale School of Architecture.

Yale Center for British Art 1080 Chapel St. (203) 432-2800 Public art and research museum for British art and culture which maintains the largest collection of British art outside of the British isles.

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170 Whitney Ave. (203) 432-5050 Famous for its dinosaur exhibits, very kid-friendly but interesting for adults too. Permanent exhibits and seasonal exhibits.

26 Broadway (203) 239-2434 Buyer and seller of American antiques. Small goods and furniture.

Yale University Collection of Musical Instruments 15 Hillhouse Ave. Collections of musical instruments from around the world, spanning thousands of years. The museum produces talks, special events, and concerts throughout the year.

Yale Repertory Theatre 1120 Chapel St. (203) 432-1234 A professional theater staging high-quality new plays that occasionally features worldrenowned actors such as Paul Giamatti (in next year’s Hamlet).

Yale Cabaret 217 Park St. (203) 432-1567 Enjoy a dinner and see lively plays or musicals produced and starring Yale School of Drama students.

Yale University Art Gallery 1111 Chapel St. (203) 432-0600 The galleries permanent collections include a world tour of art from African art, American painting and sculpture, Asian art, ancient art, European art, and modern and contemporary art.

OLD SAYBROOK Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center 300 Main St. (860) 510-0473 Performing arts center for all ages serving the shoreline of Connecticut with a 250-seat theater and a museum celebrating the life of acclaimed actress and local daughter, Katharine Hepburn.

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ORANGE The Davis Gallery 200 Boston Post Rd. (203) 795-4705 A private art gallery exhibiting Connecticut artists in multiple mediums.

PEZ Visitor Center 35 Prindle Hill Rd. (203) 298-0201 Largest assembly of PEZ collectibles in the world, with special displays and self guided tours.

WALLINGFORD Paul Mellon Arts Center 333 Christian St. (203) 697-2423 The center for the arts at Choate. The center features an 800-seat theater and lobby art gallery. The center was designed by I.M. Pei and described as “an auditorium of ideas.”

WEST HAVEN Savin Rock Museum & Learning Center 6 Rock St. (203) 937-3566 Showcases the history of West Haven’s rich past.

Ward-Heitmann House Museum 277 Elm St (203) 937-9823 The Ward-Heitmann House is a 300-year- old house and the oldest surviving structure in West Haven. Each room represents the lives of different families during different periods of time in American history.

West Cove Studio & Gallery 30 Elm St. West Haven, CT 06516 (203) 627-8030 West Cove Studio & Gallery is committed to the advancement of artists, particularly in the printmaking discipline. It offers intaglio printing, silkscreen printing and life drawing workshops.

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An Interview with Dr. Donofrio; World Renowned Dermatologist By Kathleen Strain

of her busy schedule together. erfection is something that may “We make it fun and almost always never be achieved, but the services travel together,” she said. of Dr. Lisa Donofrio may help you Dr. Donofrio is quite the traveler. As a get as close as you want. Dr. Donofrio is Tulane University alum, she felt a strong a board certified dermatologist specializpull to New Orleans after Hurricane Kaing in cosmetic procedures. She is world trina hit. She and her husband decided renowned in her field, and currently has that getting a small place there to visit practices in New York City, New Orsome friends three or four times a leans and has been a full partner of year would be beneficial. However, The Savin Center in New Haven her love for the city helped her for 10 years. As well established slowly progress into her visiting as she is, it was a long road to get once a month. She was then able to her goal with four years of colto open her own practice there lege, four years of medical school, with a boutique feel, rather than one internship in medicine and the commercialized big industry three years of residency in dermacosmetic practices people have tology. come to know. She is also ap“I loved the versatility of derplying the same type of feel to matology,” she explained, “Skin her New York City office. surgery, cosmetic procedures, re“It has been four years now, search opportunities, clinical diagand it is one of the best things nosis, it fit me perfectly.” I have ever done,” Donofrio Donofrio has been a valued said. “I loved the versatility of dermatology. practitioner at the Savin Center There are a few negatives since she first met Dr. Savin. Skin surgery, cosmetic procedures, that come along with the She originally finished her resiresearch opportunities, clinical industry. After all, cosmetic dency in 1994, where she then practices have always been took her first job in New York diagnosis, it fit me perfectly.” under the public eye. City. “I don’t like how the prac“What I had trained in, and tice of cosmetic medicine was really good at, was coshas become commoditized and practiced metic procedures like liposuction and had was with a patient who had come skin resurfacing.” However, she felt as to see her after recovering from breast by non-physicians or physicians with no primary training in an aesthetic spethough her New York City position was cancer. “I did a little filler and Botox, and she cialty,” Donofrio said. Most of the neganot taking advantage of her skills. “I sought out a situation where I could said it gave her her face back and erased tive views of cosmetic procedures come grow my cosmetic surgery practice,” she the strain from her cancer,” Donofrio from practices that are not fully accredited, and perform work that is sub-par. explained. Soon after, she became in- said. When the good doctor isn’t out mak- Dr. Donofrio takes great pride in her volved in the Savin Center. But it is not ing the world a happier and more beau- work and the service the Savin Center all business for Dr. Donofrio. “I love the artistic aspect of my job,” tiful place, she has her husband to pass provides. Dr. Donofrio’s expertise and passion Donofrio admitted. She described how the time. With her many practices, it is she loves watching her patients trans- hard for her to be in one place for long for her work is a gift to the city of New form and feel better about themselves periods of time. Unlike the doctor, her Haven. She is available for consultations both professionally and personally. One husband can work from anywhere as a at the Savin Center, located at 134 Park of the most rewarding experiences she private art dealer. But they make the best Street in New Haven. groovemag.com

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Are Capitalism and democracy Failing Us? The Challenges Facing the Post-Crisis Industrial World Details: Economist Raghuram Rajan and financier and investor Eric J. Gleacher as featured speakers. Date: Tuesday, Oct. 2 at 4 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Luce Hall Auditorium

Feminist Pedagogy and Technology Details: The Women’s Studies at Southern presents this symposium with guest speakers including Vivien Ng, Ph.D. and Karsonya Wise Whitehead, Ph.D. Date: Friday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University, Rooms EN B121 A&B

21st Annual Arnold Markle Symposium Details: Henry C. Institute of Forensic Science at UNH will feature specialists who will focus on the advanced death investigations, specifically on topics such as fire, drug, sexual, and motor vehicle-related deaths. Speakers will include Cyril H. Wecht, M. Fredric Rieders and Michael Baden. Date: Monday, Oct. 8 & Tuesday, Oct. 9 Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Theater on main campus

Thomas Jefferson: Ancient and Modern Details: The first in the Dwight H. Terry Lectures given by Keith S. Thomson which will examine the relationship between religion and science by focusing on two great thinkers: Thomas Jefferson and Charles Darwin. The lectures following will take place on Oct. 11, Oct. 15, and Oct. 18 at 11. Date: Tuesday, Oct. 9 at 4 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Whitney Humanities Center auditorium

Radiation Therapy Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals. Date: Thursday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S414

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Nuclear Medicine Technology Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals. Date: Thursday, Oct. 11 at 12:15 p.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S419

Fusion, Delusion and a Thirst for Blood: Bram Stoker and the Psychology of Vampires

The Dream Share Project Details: Recent college grads Chip Hiden and Alexis Irvin will discuss and screen their documentary The Dream Share Project. The film depicts their 15,000mile road trip during which they explored how successful people chase their dreams. Date: Thursday, Oct. 11 at 4 p.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Alumni Lounge on main campus

Wrestling with God and Evil Details: Annual Loring Sabin Ensign Lecture delivered this year by Judith Plaskow. She is known for her contemporary and scholarly religious thought with an emphasis on feminist values Date: Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 5:30 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Sterling Divinity Quadrangle

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals. Date: Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 9 a.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S420

On Robert Adams Details: Talk by Michael Fried of John Hopkins University about American photographer known for his black and white photos of the landscape of the American West. Presented in conjunction the exhibition “Robert Adams: The Place We Live.” Date: Thursday, Oct. 18 at 5:30 p.m. Location: Yale University Art Gallery

Interrogating Carbon Forestry: Challenges, Pitfalls and Future Risks Details: Esteve Corbera, environmental social scientist of the Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology will speak about carbon forestry with an emphasis on the connection between environmental policy and human development. Date: Tuesday, Oct. 23 at 4 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Luce Hall, Room 203

Details: Delivered by Dr. Brendan Kelly, a specialist in the psychology of vampires. Date: Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 7p.m. Location: Quinnipiac University School of Law, Grand Courtroom, free and open to the public.

America’s Ghosthunter Details: A Halloween tradition, paranormal investigator Lorraine Warren will speak about her experiences examining hauntings. Date: Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 8 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

Keiko Matsui Details: The pianist is set to perform her smooth jazz, new age music from her three-decade career and 20 plus CDs. Date: Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

Ramesh Ramankutty Details: College of Business presents a lecture by Ramesh Ramankutty, the head of corporate operations and financial services at Global Environmental Facility and a funder of projects that will improve the global environment. Date: Monday, Oct. 29 at 12:30 p.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Theater on main campus

Laugh Out Loud College Comedy Night Details: Stand up comedian Bill Burr of the 200 plus episode Monday Morning Podcast will perform. Date: Saturday, November 3 at 8 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

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Bartels Fellow lecture Details: Delivered by Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a board certified clinical and research dermatologist and alumnus of UNH, class of 1970. Date: Wednesday, Oct. 24 at 11 a.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Theater on main campus

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Continuing Education Course Cost Installment Plan Are you looking for life-changing career training, but don’t have the money for the entire cost up front? Don’t let that stand in the way of your future. Gateway Community College recognizes the challenging economic conditions that confront our region & State. We have received approval to offer an installment plan for certain non-credit Workforce Development and Continuing Education training courses (American Academy of Professional Coders program, Phlebotomy Technician, EKG and Railroad Electronics Technician). The total cost of the course is spread out over the length of the course, with a certain amount due each month. Even if you don’t have the full amount, now you can put your career plans in gear. Call us at 203-285-2302 or 203-285-2309 for more detailed information.

Railroad Electronics Technician (RET) Certificate The next session of GCC’s nine-course, credit-free Railroad Electronics Technician program, which starts in late October, 2012 is designed to offer a fast track to possible employment with regional railroad companies. That’s because the railway industry expects to create a significant number of new job openings locally over the next 18 months as well as develop a cadre of new hires to replace the retiring baby boomers. New and ever-more sophisticated equipment requires highly skilled technicians to help with repair and maintenance of signals, train cars computer systems, subways and other equipment. This rigorous RET program is designed to train those technicians, with up to 15 hours of classroom and laboratory training each week for almost five months featuring instructors who have both practical experience and professional connections in the industry. The total cost for all nine courses is only $3,495 (textbooks and specialized equipment included) and can be paid via our Installment Payment Plan. Call us today at 203-285-2309 for more detailed information.

Digital Printing and Production Training Program The next session of Digital Printing and Program is October 2nd. This training program is designed to provide training and hands-on experience in graphic arts and digital printing and production technology. It is designed to build upon relevant backgrounds and thereby enhance previous industry experience with the most technical skills which will enable the printing or publishing industry professional to compete in today’s job market. The digital program has been developed in partnership with Xerox Corporation. The total cost of this program cost $3498 (textbooks included). Call us today at 203-285-2302 for more detailed information.

EKG Technician Program The next session of EKG begins November 5 . This program prepares students to preform electrocardiograms. This diagnostic test provides information on a patient’s heart rhythm and rate. This 60 hour program also prepares students for the National Certification Exam given by the National Healthcareer Association. The total cost of this program cost $750 (textbooks included) and can be paid via our Installment Payment Plan. th

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American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) The next session of AAPC starts November 3rd. This five month program reviews the Professional Medical Coding Curriculum developed by The American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Students completing the 110 hour program will be better prepaid to take the Certified Professional Coder exam, which is a National Certification Exam for physician practice coders. This comprehensive program includes detailed lessons in medical chart documentation, medical terminology, anatomy, ICD-9 diagnosis coding, CPT-4 coding for Anesthesia, Evaluation & Management (E&M) Services, Surgery, Radiology, Pathology & Laboratory Services, Medical Services, and a review of federal and payer coding concepts. The total cost of this program cost $2225 (textbooks included) and can be paid via our Installment Payment Plan. Call us today at 203-285-2302 for more detailed information.

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Kids Wishes

Susan Powell Fine Art

566 Main St. (203) 804-2941 It’s a place to find out your child’s style. Kids Wishes has unique children’s gifts, clothes and furniture.

679 Boston Post Rd (203) 318-0616 Improve your artwork collection from the 19th and 20th century America and Europe, also of select contemporary works.

CLINTON Clinton Antique Center

907 Boston Post Road (203) 245- 9056 From bird feeders to telescopes, this shop is the Mecca for birdwatchers.

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Whole Foods Market

29 Whitfield St. (203) 453-0202 It’s the place to go to buy a gift for that special someone, or even to decorate your home.

ONYX. The Art of Giving 856 Boston Post Road, Shoreline Plaza (203) 453- 3335 Refurnish your wardrobe and get a new look with their handcrafted jewelry and out-of-this world home décor items.

HAMDEN Edges by Amy 115 Thornton St. (203) 248- 4663 Make your photos pop out with their custom picture framing. Also available are replacements for broken glass and mats.

Gifts by Moonlight 4133 Whitney Ave. (203) 230-8972 You’ll be in a fairytale when you walk into this store that specializes in angels, fairies and inspirational jewelry; also home and garden accents.

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The Audubon Shop

Clinton Drive-In (860) 669-3839 Calling all antique collectors! Stop by for vintage items and things with stories to tell.

Mix Design Store

self-service laundry mon-wed 8am-9pm thu-sun 8am-10pm

MILFORD 1686 Boston Post Road This market gets the stamp of organic approval for their bakery, prepared foods, produce and other options.

NEW HAVEN All Star Apparel 220 State St. (203) 782-0525 A classy, hip, fun and casual clothing shop for men and women. With shoes, jeans, hats, watches and more of what you need for a fun night out.

Girlie Girl Shop 97 Audubon St. (917) 574- 0908 From handbags to gifts and accessories, this shop has all necessities for the typical “girlie girl.”

Merwins Art Shop 1052 Chapel St. (203) 865- 3721 Come here to buy new photographic archives or to have a dashing custom frame.

Enclave 23 Broadway (203) 865-3470 Men’s and women’s clothing boutique with a surfing, skating and sporty vibe.

English Building Market

Rubber Match

839 Chapel St. (203) 772-1728 Antiques, vintage clothing and accessories.

101 Whalley Ave 203-624-8410 Owner George Zito will help you find the comfiest waterbed or futon in New Haven. In business over 38 years.

Fashionista Vintage & Variety 93 Whitney Ave. (203) 777-4434 Nostalgic, fun clothes and accessories for women and men.

Fair Haven Furniture 72 Blatchley Ave. (203) 776-3099 Exquisite furniture, home goods, accessories and gifts from down the street and around the world. Also, make sure to visit the exhibits at the store’s River Street gallery.

Hull’s Art Supply & Framing 1144 Chapel St. (203) 865-4855 All your framing and art/architecture supply needs.

Idiom 1014 Chapel St. (203) 782-2280 Unique jewelry, clothes, and accessories for women at this award winning boutique.

ORANGE Hawley Lane Shoes 500 Boston Post Rd. (203) 891-9999 Women’s and men’s casual and dressy shoes featuring top brands.

WEST HAVEN Peschell’s Cake & Pastry, Inc. 107 Campbell Ave. (203) 933-1766 Baking fine Italian pastries and cakes since the 1950s.

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DINING GUIDE BRANFORD Assaggio’s Restaurant 168 Montowese St. (203) 483-5426 Classic Northern Italian dishes with a contemporary twist.

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Guilford Mooring

988 Main St. (203) 483-7700 An island twist on classic American food with a friendly dining area.

Antonio’s Ristorante

505 Whitfield St. (203) 458-2921 Traditional New England seafood restaurant on the water in Guilford.

Parthenon Diner

560 East Main St. (Rte.1) (203) 481-2356 Known for its delicious seafood, ribs, and nightly entertainment.

374 East Main St. (Rte.1) (203) 481-0333 Excellent food quality and prices. Open 24 hours with good service and perfect for family dinners at the diner.

Dockside Seafood and Grille

SBC Restaurant and Brewery

Chowder Pot

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Mango’s Bar and Grille

145 Block Island Rd. (203) 488-3007 Fresh seafood that is reasonably priced with beautiful waterfront views and a friendly atmosphere.

850 West Main Street (203) 488-3663 Known for its 27 home brewed beers and casual dining atmosphere.

Eli’s on the Hill

1247 Main St. (203) 488-2600 Open for breakfast and lunch, this café offers sandwiches, a salad bar, delicious burgers and amazing stuffed breads, baked fresh everyday.

624 West Main St. (203) 488-2700 Classic American food and a wide variety of draft beer.

Jalapeño Heaven 40 North Main St. (203) 481-6759 A casual Mexican restaurant with authentic Mexican flavor in every dish.

Lenny’s Indian Head Inn 205 South Montowese St. (203) 488-1500 Family friendly restaurant with a great water view and a specialty in seafood.

Shoreline Café

Waiting Station 1048 Main St. (203) 488-5176 Covered with local art. Their daily specials are written colorfully on a blackboard. Serves breakfast all day. The greatest bacon cheeseburger on the shoreline.

672 Main St. (203) 469-2386 Traditional Italian cuisines made with always fresh ingredients in a quiet atmosphere.

The Rib House 16 Main St. (203) 468-6695 The best restaurant for ribs in a comfortable atmosphere, with an exceptional quality of food.

The Hidden Kitchen 705 Boston Post Rd. (203) 458-7806 Lives up to its name tucked away from the Post Road bustle, but offers some of the best breakfast food on the shoreline.

KC’s Restaurant and Pub Sandpiper Restaurant 161 Cosey Beach Ave. (203) 469-7544 Family friendly and casual seafood restaurant with a great outdoor patio area.

GUILFORD Anthony’s of Guilford 2392 Boston Post Rd. (203) 453-4121 Fine Italian dining with first class traditional Italian food.

Ballou’s Wine Bar 51 Whitfield St. #1 (203) 453-0319 Excellent selection of wines, olives, cheeses, cured meats, and some more filling meal sized dishes all in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

Bufalina 1070 Boston Post Rd. (203) 458-1377 Delicious wood fired pizza, true pizza lovers must try this spot.

First Garden Chinese Restaurant 381 Boston Post Rd. (203) 458-2145 A very friendly and welcoming Chinese restaurant. Eat-in or take-out.

Forte’s Deli 1153 Boston Post Rd. (203) 453-4910 Amazing variety of sandwiches, meats, cold cuts, and bread.

725 Boston Post Rd. (203) 453-0771 Casual American restaurant perfect for dining with friends and family.

The Place Restaurant 901 Boston Post Rd. (203) 453-9276 With seating on tree stumps, everything cooked outdoors, and the scent of fresh seafood this truly is the place to eat in Guilford.

Quattro’s 14 Water St. (203) 453-6575 Exceptional Italian food including more than 30 sauces, pork, chicken, pasta dishes, and seafood.

Shoreline Diner and Vegetarian Enclave 345 Boston Post Rd. (203) 458-7380 Vegetarian specialty diner.

Stone House 506 Whitfield St. (203) 458-3700 On the marina, it’s a fine dining restaurant with exceptional seafood and steaks.

Whitfield’s 25 Whitfield St. (203) 458-1300 Overlooks the historic Guilford Green and provides delicious food along with a relaxing atmosphere. - Continued on 18

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The Cask Republic Brings Oktoberfest to New Haven

f you like good beer and good food, the Cask Republic, located at 179 Crown St. in downtown New Haven, is a place you have to visit. They’ve got 53 rotating taps, cask conditioned ales, and 80 plus bottle selections. What’s more, head Chef Carl Carrion, has designed the Cask’s menu to compliment the beers in a way that conveys his understanding of the connection between food and drink. October being a big beer month, the Cask Republic will be hosting a big Oktoberfest celebration that will start with a kick-off party on September 21. The party will continue until October 7. In the spirit of the German Oktoberfest, the Cask republic will bring in some major German beers like Paulaner, Spaaten, Hofbrau, and Eingar. Steins will be available for $5 and you will be able to come and go as you please anytime between Sept. 22 and Oct. 7, filling your stein for $5. A 1 liter stein is available for those patrons who are members of

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Cask’s “Beer Club”, all other patrons will get a ½ liter stein. The price of Beer Club membership? Nothing, simply fill out a brief form giving your email address and you will receive special offers like the bigger stein and exclusive access to try some limited selection beers that the Cask may come across. Join the beer club. They aren’t stopping with authentic German beers and steins, however. What

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would Oktoberfest be without the food? Carrion has prepared some creative takes on traditional German dishes like his sausage sampler with pretzel croutons and mustard aioli. He’ll also be preparing a traditional German potato cake topped with house cured smoked salmon and beer braised onions, sausage dumplings with house made sauerkraut, and a pork chop schnitzel in a sweet brown ale sauce. These selections and more make up the special menu Carrion has designed for the celebration and will be available for the entire two weeks. All this will be offered in German beer hall styled seating with long communal tables running the length of the restaurant. There’s also word there may be some live polka music and a lederhosen or two. So go rub elbows with your fellow New Haveners at Cask’s republic’s Oktoberfest celebration, you don’t have to go all the way to Germany to experience an authentic feeling Oktoberfest.

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Malone’s

Zhang’s Restaurant

Citrus

1640 Whitney Avenue (203) 287-8887 Drink the Best, Eat the Best...Not a Tavern, Your Local Tavern, Park Central Tavern

56A Academy St. (203) 245-6161 The perfect spot to go for steak, seafood, and homemade soups. Known as a true locals spot in Madison; it’s the place to eat and enjoy a conversation.

44 Boston Post Rd. (203) 245-3300 The perfect spot for excellent Chinese and Japanese food where every dish is prepared beautifully and timely.

56 S Broad St. (203) 877-1138 Martinis, American-Caribbean fusion in a great little nightlife spot.

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Park Central Tavern

Café Allegre 725 Boston Post Rd. (203) 245-7773 Friendly and casual atmosphere with a great selection of Italian food along with outstanding lobster.

Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale 1301 Boston Post Rd. (203) 245-7289 Their specialties are delicious local seafood and great homemade ice cream. A new location is planned for New Haven.

37 Boston Post Road (203) 245-6948 Delicious thin crust pizza, best pizza in Madison.

The Wharf Restaurant 94 W. Wharf Rd. (203) 245-0005 Part of the Madison Beach Hotel, it offers beautiful waterfront views from all outdoor seats and is a classic New England seafood spot.

Jeffrey’s Bistro by Claudio

MILFORD The Beach House 141 Merwin Ave. (203) 877-9300 Fine dining with fresh seafood and Italian cuisine. Live music and an exclusive wine list.

Bin 100 100 Lansdale Ave. (203) 882-1400 Spanish and Asian dishes in a romantic atmosphere with an extensive wine list.

501 New Haven Ave. (203) 878-1910 Elegant American cuisine and fresh atmosphere. Beautiful patio dining in the summer, right on the Indian River.

Sakura Garden 1201 Boston Post Rd. (203) 877-8884 Large sushi restaurant and Asian buffet.

Sloppy Jose’s 186 Hillside Ave. (203) 878-9847 Milford’s oldest Mexican Restaurant with huge selection of tequila. - Continued on 20

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Modern Apizza delivers local favorites

By Katherine Rojas

he long time struggle for the finest pizza in New Haven is dynamic and persistent, but what is constant is Modern Apizza’s presence at the very head of the pack. Located at 874 State St. Modern Apizza has been in business since 1934 and is known by every New Haven local. It’s a place where families go for Sunday dinners, a place for couples to enjoy time together, and the place where the Food Network’s Adam Richman comes when he wants to sample New Haven brick oven pizza. What should customers expect from Modern Apizza? In the words of owner Bill Pustari: “The best pizza they’ve ever had.” The brick ovens are big enough to fill the orders that Modern’s popularity attracts. The 12’ wide by 12’ deep ovens give the pizza that crispy and light com-

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position that so many love and wait in line for. Pustari likes to remind newcomers “the pizza isn’t burnt, just eat it.” “With an open flamed oven, pizza comes out dark around the edges and the first thing people say is that it’s burnt and they want to send it back. Just try it; if you don’t like it I’ll make you another one. It’s not burnt, it’s supposed to be that way,” says Pustari. The staff at Modern is used to managing large crowds, handling the frequent rushes with smiles on their faces. Everyone who works at Modern is also intimately acquainted with the pizzas they produce and has their own personal favorite. Pustari and his manager of 8 years, Steve Wojcik, agree on their must have pizzas: the Italian Bomb and Clams Casino. “I would eat [the Italian Bomb] if I was going to the electric chair tomorrow, that being my final meal,” Pustari admits with a confident smile. The bomb is packed with sausage, bacon, pepperoni, mushroom, onion, peppers and garlic. The Clams Casino consists of fresh cut clams, peppers and bacon – a New Haven classic. If you’re not a meat lover, they suggest the Photos by Jake Grubman

white sliced tomato with garlic and basil, which, in a few words, is vegetable heaven. Having the same menu for 25 years has always worked, so why change it? Pustari says with a knowing smile. In the 25 years Pustari has owned the restaurant, he’s seen the same faces and same customers over and over and over again. Wojcik describes Modern as “the local heart of New Haven.” “We have the most friendly, welcoming staff that you can ever imagine,” Wojcik said. “We want you to feel like you’re home when you’re here. Come down and enjoy the pizza.” The friendly staff, diverse menu, and inviting atmosphere will be waiting. Whether you are a long time resident of New Haven, new to the area, or just passing through, you could spend a lot of time trying to find the best pizzas in the city. Or you could save yourself the trouble and just head over to Modern Apizza.

e Must Haves f The Italian Bomb:

Sausage, bacon, pepperoni, mushroom, onion, peppers and garlic.

Clams Casino:

fresh cut clams, peppers and bacon.

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Visit us online for daily specials! Live Music - Beer & Wine Dinners - Private Parties Special Events - Sunday BRUNCH 1640 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 203.287.8887 www.ParkCentralTavern.com

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1006 Chapel St. (203) 772-1715 Upscale Italian cuisine in a cozy spot. Cute outdoor seating.

969 State St. (203) 773-3344 Fun friendly atmosphere. New Haven needs this Mexican place and you need to check it out. Complimentary burrito bar at happy hour.

Black Bear Saloon 124 Temple St. (203) 562-2327 American Fare: Pizza, salads, burgers, pub-style restaurant and bar. Great venue to watch sports or enjoy happy hour.

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NEW HAVEN Abate Apizza and Seafood 129 Wooster St. (203) 776-4334 Another solid Italian restaurant on Wooster Street.

Adriana’s Restaurant and Wine Bar 771 Grand Ave. (203) 865-6474 One of Zagat’s top 1,000 Italian restaurants in America. Extensive wine list, the tastes of Northern and Southern Italy.

Anastasio’s 127 Wooster St. (203) 776-4825 Traditional Italian cuisine. You can’t go wrong with pizza, pasta, or a sub.

Anna Liffeys 17 Whitney Ave. (203) 773-1776 A great place to go for Irish pub food in New Haven. Active, fun atmosphere with bands, friends, and sports.

Archie Moore’s 188 Willow St. (203) 773-9870 You want the best wings in town? Go here. They are exquisite and legendary.

Athenian Diner 1426 Whalley Ave. (203) 397-1556 Greek, Italian, and Jewish dishes. Either a solid breakfast or a late night spot. Right by the Merritt, if you need a little food before the long ride home.

Atticus Bookstore and Café 1082 Chapel St. (203) 776-4040 Coffee, soup, salads, sandwiches, desserts and of course, Chabaso bread.

338 Elm St. (203) 821-7772 American fare you can eat with your hands.Try the burgers, salads, nachos and truffle fries.

Brazi’s Restaurant 201 Food Terminal Plaza (203) 498-2488 Upscale fine Italian dining. It’s a great spot to hit right before a show at Long Wharf Theatre.

Bru Room at BAR 254 Crown St. (203) 495-1111 Brick oven pizza (the mashed potato topping is a must have), large salads, and an authentic beer selection.

Café Romeo 534 Orange St. (203) 865-2233 Salads, sandwiches, and coffee. Fresh, fun and hoppin’. Large outdoor seating area.

The Cask Republic 179 Crown St. (475) 238-8335 American fare and pub food, extensive and exclusive beer collection. From sports to happy hour to raging music, Cask covers it.

Caseus Fromagery and Bistro 9 Whitney Ave. (203)624-3373 “Unique artisan cheese, gourmet dry goods, spices, olive oils and preserves” as well as coffees, teas, panini pressed sandwiches, salads, and locally made baked goods.

Consiglio’s 165 Wooster St. (203) 865-4489 An institution since the 1930s. Classic Wooster Street.

Delaney’s Restaurant & Tap Room 882 Whalley Ave. (203) 397-5494 The go-to Westville bar. College kids tend to stay away, maybe because the locals have it on lock down. Quality beers and great burgers.

Elm City Market 777 Chapel St. (203) 624-0441 Coop grocery store with deli, sandwich bar, salad bar, and hot food bar. A fresh and revitalizing environment.

Geronimo Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill 271 Crown St. (203) 777-7700 Fresh ingredients, spicy authentic Spanish-Mexican fusion. Great patio and vibrant scene for 25 to 45 year olds.

Goodfellas Restaurant 702 State St. (203) 785-8722 Well presented Italian food made with farm fresh ingredients, vegetarian options available.

House of Chao 898 Whalley Ave. (203) 389-6624 The best General Tso’s Chicken ever. A New Haven institution for more than 20 years. If you’re in the mood for Chinese, go here. - Continued on 22

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Celebrate the Harvest; Support Local Growers! By Joe Callaghan

e quick tips f BRING CASH - Most farm stands don’t have credit card machines! ASK QUESTIONS - Make sure to ask questions of the vendors when you see unfamiliar produce. Vendors and farmers love to share their knowledge and can even give you recipes and cooking tips.

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EXPERIMENT - Don't be afraid to try something new. Have fun! You'll probably discover a new favorite fruit, vegetable, plant, flower, bread or cheese.

sourced menu with a distinctly autumnal flair. We snacked on grilled vegetables and discussed humanely harvested beef from New England and the Sustainable Seafood Initiative sponsored by the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Eric will strive to maintain local purchasing practices as long as he can as the calendar heads towards winter. Curried Pumpkin Soup and New England Seafood Chowder both feature ingredients sourced locally as well as the Warm Beet Salad with Goat Cheese, Pecans, and Fig Vinaigrette. Connecticut grown purple potatoes are used to make his Housemade Gnocchi with Herbed Butter and Garlic Sauce. Roasted Quail from Vermont is offered stuffed with Pomegranate, Dried Cherry and Chestnut. Fried Cod is caught fresh off Massachusetts. I’m definitely going back soon. For those of you who need some cheering up during these back-to-school days, I suggest a visit to one of New Haven’s great farmer’s markets. We are in the middle of the season’s most abundant time. This is when we have the opportunity to see what things are supposed to taste like when they’re harvested for optimum flavor rather than for shipping stability. This philosophy is nothing new. I mean, it used to be the way things always were, right? We ate what we could grow. We traded in a local market. Railways, Highways and jet planes came along and brought more variety, but somewhere we lost touch with the earth. It’s good to remember that dirt still has a purpose. Joe Callaghan is a New Haven native and a true foodie. He has spent the last 35 years of his life experiencing all aspects of the food service and hospitality industry.

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e’ve come a long way. When I was a kid growing up in the food business, ideas like organic, sustainable, local or Farm-to-Table initiatives were barely in their infancy. These days, interest in smaller scale agriculture is on the rise. New Haven is in the thick of it. Community gardens and farmer’s markets abound, and that’s a good thing. Here’s why: Ordinarily, most agriculture is done on a massive scale. Huge quantities of food are raised, harvested and shipped great distances. To ensure safe transport with a minimum of food spoilage and damage, most vegetables are harvested well before their peak. Once received, they’re artificially ripened with gas in the warehouse and sent to your store. The result is perfectly unblemished produce with a minimum of flavor and nutritional value. Supporting local agriculture, on the other hand, supports the local economy. By minimizing travel distances, this industry maintains a smaller environmental footprint. It also promotes responsible land development by providing an economically sensible reason not to turn open land into another cul-de-sac. Local farmers can offer more variety because they worry less about what crops will ship well or what will satisfy the wholesale market. Seasonality also inspires and necessitates creativity in cooking as well as refining a gourmet palate. From a holistic point of view, eating this variety that is harvested locally and seasonally benefits our bodies, giving us what we need nutritionally at a particular time of the year. Finally, and most importantly, local produce is fresher, riper, more nutritious, and simply tastes better!

One of the reasons I love New Haven is because it’s a great place to see these ideas enthusiastically embraced and promoted. Local Chefs work hard to create menus that showcase what the region produces. A couple of these Chefs have become rather famous for it, while others do so more quietly, but no less successfully. Chef Bun Lai of Miya’s has been on the cutting edge of sustainability as long as I’ve been in New Haven. Much of what he serves has been foraged, farmed, or caught by Bun himself or someone he knows. He simply WILL NOT buy or serve anything that he knows has been provided in a manner that is unacceptable to him. These self- imposed limitations often push Chef Bun to remain creative and eclectic. Imagine a sushi Restaurant that does not offer tuna or shrimp. Try their ‘ecologically perfect’ nigiri made with smoked shiners that Bun caught himself. Bring your sense of adventure and expect to be surprised. Chef Carey Savona of Heirloom is as passionate about New England coastal food as he is about seasonality. Heirloom proudly displays a list of the eight to ten local growers on the menu. These included Beef and Lamb from a farm in East Lyme as well as cheeses from Colchester and East Haven. Oysters are offered from Stonington CT as well as fruits, greens and veggies from Farmington, Cheshire, and Hamden. We thoroughly enjoyed the Warm, Local Ricotta with Thyme, Truffle, and Toast. The CT Grass-Fed Burger was tasty as well, topped with local cheddar and a horseradish jam. A hidden Gem in New Haven’s 9th square is “The Kitchen Table” a small restaurant attached to a not-so-small catering company. Here, Chef Eric Rogers is working quietly to offer a well rounded, locally

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974 State St. New Haven, CT (203) 624-5991 Neighborhood bar. Large beer selection. Weekday happy hour.

806 State St. (203) 777-6670 Fresh pasta, Italian elegance, patio in the back is a gem.

874 State St. (203) 776-5306 Another classic New Haven pizza restaurant, up there with the elite.

45 Grove St. (203) 777-3234 Indian cuisine at its finest. Seven day lunch buffet and weekday happy hour.

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Oaxaca Kitchen

263 Crowne St. (203)-562-5507 A New Haven legend, since 1895. Louis’ invented the hamburger, probably one of the best burgers in the country.

228 College St. (203) 859-5774 Mexican fusion, extensive tequila list.

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Johnny Salami’s 205 Food Terminal Plaza (203) 777-7906 An eclectic selection of soups, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and fajitas. Italian staples are world class and are well-represented in their diverse menu. Open for breakfast as well.

Katz’s Restaurant and Deli 1658 Litchfield Tpke. (203) 389-5301 New York style deli at its best. Large portions – soup, salads, and sandwiches. Whatever you do, get pastrami.

Kitchen Zinc 966 Chapel St. (203) 772-3002 Quaint spot around back of Zinc, a hidden gem. Great artisan pizza, happy hour and a patio.

Kumo 7 Elm St. (203) 562-6688 Sushi, hibachi, steakhouse, and bar. Fun environment. Also with a location in Hamden.

Mezcal 14 Mechanic St. (203) 782-4828 Authentic Mexican cuisine where it is done with passion.

The Meatball House 1180 Chapel St. (203) 772-3360 Meatballs of all sorts (pork, chicken, beef, even veggie), great happy hour and beer list.

Mediterranea 140 Orange St. (203) 624-0589 Middle Eastern foods and pizza too, in a relaxing hookah lounge in the heart of downtown.

Miya’s Japanese Restaurant 68 Howe Street (203) 777-9760 Excellent traditional sushi and wildly creative new sushi ideas! For those who appreciate sushi, this is the place.

Olde School Saloon and Bistro 418 State St. (203) 772-0544 Fine dining in a classy environment. Some of the best steak and seafood you will find in New Haven. Vintage bar and speakeasy feel.

P & M Orange Street Market 721 Orange St. (203) 865-1147 Sandwiches, meals to go, groceries, outdoor seating and catering.

The Pantry 2 Mechanic St. (203) 787-0392 Old fashioned breakfast joint in East Rock with a perpetual line out the door on weekends. It’s worth the wait.

Pepe’s Pizzeria 157 Wooster St. (203) 865-5762 Thin crust pies. World renowned pizza restaurant.

Prime 16 172 Temple St. (203) 782-1616 The best beer and burger selection in the county – hands down.

Royal Palace 32 Orange St. (203) 776-6663 Upscale Chinese dining. Authentic dishes and a flavorful selection.

Soul De Cuba 283 Crown St. (203) 498-5342 Searching for Cuban? Go no further. Classic dishes in a cozy environment. Don’t leave without trying the mojitos – delicious.

Sunrise Deli 820 State St. 203-562-8200 Great tasting sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, delivery available.

Thali 4 Orange St. (203) 777-1177 Flavorful and delicious Indian food. A ninth square must try.

Temple Grill 152 Temple St. (203) 773-1111 Great sandwiches and pasta, but this is the place to go to create your own salad.

Tre Scalini 100 Wooster St. (203) 777-3373 Upscale Italian dining in a beautiful environment. A Wooster Sreet exclusive destination.

Union League Café 1032 Chapel St. (203) 562-4299 A New Haven dynasty and worldrenowned restaurant – the best of the best. Dress to impress. Go in with your girlfriend, leave with your wife.

Westville Pizza Sally’s Apizza 237 Wooster St. (203) 624-5271 The original. Must go. Family classic.

883 Whalley Ave. (203) 389-9474 Classic pizza shop with fresh pizza and subs. Good for lunch, take out, and catering.

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144 Temple St. (203) 752-0450 Classic Irish fare and beer. Young college crowd after 10 p.m.

199 Boston Post Rd. (203) 795-3636 Hibachi style. Fun environment and good food.

Yorkside Pizza

Thai House

288 York St. (203) 787-7471 A Yale classic. Next door to Toad’s. Grab a slice before the show or have a nice family dinner.

200 Boston Post Rd. (203) 795-3088 Flavorful and delicious dishes. Get out here if you can.

Zafra Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar 259 Orange Street (203) 859-5342 Authentic Cuban food, great cocktails, and 125 different varieties of rum!

Zaroka Bar and Restaurant 148 York Street (203) 776-8644 Diverse dishes from the many regions of India, hospitality and authenticity are held to a high standard.

Zinc 964 Chapel St. (203) 624-0507 Another New Haven classic restaurant going strong. From locals, to the Yale community, to visitors, this is a favorite.

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Serafino’s Ristorante 72 South Turnpike Rd. (203) 265-1244 Excellent Italian dishes and a convenient location with a comfortable dining area.

WEST HAVEN 744 West Restaurant 744 Boston Post Rd. (203) 934-5726 Fresh seafood, steak, and sandwiches.

Biagetti’s Restaurant 77 Campbell Ave. (203) 934-7700 Family owned, classic Italian dishes.

Daiko Japanese Restaurant 400 Derby Ave. (203) 392-3626 Huge Sushi and Sake selection.

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63 Boston Post Rd. (203) 799-2252 Pure Mexican joint.

24 Ocean Ave. (203) 933-3483 Gourmet burgers, salads, and appetizers, but known for their microbrews.

185 Boston Post Rd. (203) 795-9055 Spicy quality Indian cuisine. Daily buffet and weekend brunch. Will soothe the soul.

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e’re currently in the middle of Hispanic Heritage month. It takes place from September 15th through October 15th and there are sure to be celebrations all around New Haven. We thought, who better to chat with than Alisa Bowens, owner of Alisa’s House of Salsa — an upscale, Latin dance studio in the heart of the city. “Hispanic Heritage month is a celebration of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society,” Bowens says. Alisa’s House of Salsa will have plenty going on to acknowledge Hispanic Cultural month in addition to the usual classes, Monday through Thursday at 6:30. There will also be free salsa lessons Tuesday nights at 9 p.m. at the Naked Oyster on Crown Street, and a DJ spinning tunes after. Bowens explains: “We bring Latin music and dance through diversity in culture as a way to celebrate the culture,” she says. Finally, there will be a huge party with a live band at Barrio Latino in West Haven on October 6th. The Yale Student Organization and UNH are supporting the event, and yes gentleman, even Ms. Puerto Rico herself will be in attendance. Alisa’s House of Salsa is located at 817 Chapel St. in downtown New Haven, offering classes all year long.

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like that....It’s just what we like.” While DKB used to be more jam-band oriented with a blues flare, says Kardas, they have now embraced a less improvisational approach to their sets and more of a structured layout in recent months. This, he says, gives them more time to engage with the fans, something the band likes most. “We like audience interaction...playing for the fans.” Playing for fans is what they continue to do while working on their upcoming album, release date yet to be determined. And since the group is still young and growing, they are just as focused on their sound as they are on making a solid name for themselves. “We’re not so much focused on producing new material right now as we are trying to just keep playing shows and get our name out

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there and just play as much as we can.” Kardas continues, “...we have a good momentum right now.” This proves correct with multiple major gigs in recent months, including a performance slot in the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, Texas. They have also played in The Underground in NYC, and were invited to make an appearance and play on Connecticut’s own Channel 8 this summer. They have also played many shows at some of New Haven’s best, including Anna Liffey’s and Toad’s Place. Their upcoming performances in NYC include a gig at Local 269 on October 12th and Ella Lounge on the 24th. For show dates, news, and photos, visit www.davekardasband.com. Their songs are also available for purchase on the website.

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ast year, when musicians Dave Kardas, Brian Buster, and Tony Filyaw decided to form Dave Kardas Band, it was not the first time the trio had played together. They have been performing off an on for over five years under multiple names. “We have always really liked playing together” says Kardas. The trio formed DKB, and after adding Shane Coverdales into the mix for vocals, they have avidly and actively been playing around the New Haven and New York City area ever since. “Most of our shows have been in NYC, but of course we love playing around the New Haven area,” Kardas tells us. Kardas notes the ever smooth Brand New Heavies and other similar groups as one of the inspiration sources for their original work, as most of DKB went to school for jazz. “We are mostly R&B and jazz, that type of deal, but we branch out and like to...experiment with different genres. We like a lot of stuff.” DKB is truly an eclectic mix of styles, sounds and approaches to music. It is clear that each musician is truly crafted in his field. The tune “Paradox” begins like a classic smooth jazz number while the jam “Fire And Ice” plays like a psychedlic, colorful ensemble. It is evident that the group enjoys a variety of music, and their sound has greatly evolved along the way. They started off being almost exclusively jam-rock with a coupling of covers and original tunes. Kadras says, “There are some covers we just really like to play, and we play a lot of holiday music, stuff

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The Funky Monkey Café & Gallery

Anna Liffey’s

130 Elm St. Watch Factory Shoppes (203) 439-9161 Open six days a week with regular music and comedy acts.

Derby Twisted Vine Restaurant 285 Main St. (203) 734-2462 Italian restaurant with live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

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17 Whitney Ave. (203) 773-1776 An Irish pub with a hearty menu that offers an extensive assortment of live music.

BAR 254 Crown St. (203) 495-1111 Nightclub, bar and “bru room,” known for its warm atmosphere, pizza, craft beer and free Wednesday night indie rock shows.

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The Owl Shop

45 Crown St. (203) 785-0468 Recording studio, bar, lounge and jazz concert venue with an intimate atmosphere that encourages artists to be creative.

268 College St. (203) 624-3250 Historic cigar bar and blues venue with old-world charm that offers live jazz every Tuesday and Wednesday.

John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts 501 Crescent St. (203) 392-6154 Semi-regular scheduled acts open to the public at Southern Connecticut State University.

Lilly’s Pad at Toad’s Place

1640 Whitney Ave. (203) 287-8887 Live music every Saturday night!

400 College St. (203) 432-4158 An ancient chapel on Yale’s campus and home to choral and classical performances.

300 York St. (203) 624-TOAD An intimate upstairs room at Toad’s that offers live smooth jazz every Monday along with other local and touring acts.

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Black Bear Saloon

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Park Central Tavern

295 Treadwell St. (203) 288-6400 An all ages music and arts venue geared towards indie and local music for the younger crowd.

124 Temple St. (203) 562-2327 A charming bar that plays the hits with a live DJ and the occasional live rock act.

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Café Nine

295 Treadwell St. (203) 288-6400 21+ affiliate to the Space that offers a huge craft beer selection and local live music.

250 State St. (203) 789-8281 “The musician’s living room.” A lovable dive with live music every night of the week.

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Elm Bar

Comcast Theatre 61 Savitt Way (203) 265-1501 Owned by Live Nation, it’s one of the largest outdoor amphitheaters in the country holding 22,500.

372 Elm St. (475) 238-8529 The successor to Rudy’s, a similar ambiance of the rowdy bar and intimate music venue that was there for more than 70 years.

100 Audubon St. (203) 624-5189 Hosts jazz, classical and pops concerts put on by the school’s students and faculty.

New Haven Symphony Orchestra (203) 865-0831 Performances at Woolsey Hall and around the state, a world renowned group.

Rudy’s 1227 Chapel St. (203) 865-1242 Fresh new ambiance, same old crew. A relocated New Haven institution. Hosting live raging music in a neighborhood bar. Try their frites.

Shubert Theater 247 College St. (203) 562-5666 Non profit performing arts theater that produces everything from plays, musicals, live rock, and classical recitals.

Sprague Memorial Hall 470 College St. (203) 432-4158 Concert Hall on Yale’s campus that features Yale School of Music Concerts.

Stella Blues 204 Crown St. (203) 752-9764 A bar and local rock/jam band venue popular with New Haven’s singles crowd. Live music seven days a week.

Toad’s Place 300 York St. (203) 624-TOAD Historic all genre concert venue with many weekly/monthly acts and Saturday night dance parties. Dylan and the Stones have played here.

Wicked Wolf Tavern 144 Temple St. (203) 752-0450 DJ based dance club. Plenty of space to enjoy your drinks and move around with their spacious rooms. - Continued on 28

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Lakshmi tries not to focus too much attention on her own personal experiences and problems, ultimately investing a lot of the lyrics in social unrest and current issues, a proclivity a lot of younger bands are finding. The band is determined to gain new fans with relatable lyrics and messages, but won’t change their sound to appease people on the fence. “You have to be true to yourself; you’ll succeed more, and you can’t please everyone,” Lakshmi explained. With such a staunch belief in self-preservation, it is easy to see why Fight the Fear is so confident in their music. Fight the Fear’s ultimate goal is to achieve a level of success where the band can support themselves as musicians. Lakshmi claimed she wasn’t interested in any specific level of fame, just a stable job as a musician; she said, “It’s what we are meant to do and it’s been our lives up until now. I can’t see us doing anything else.” Gabrielle wants a listener to walk away appreciating the musicality, making sure the audience notices the construction of the songs and melodies. With their hardworking approach and focus on crafting fresh, marketable material, it should not come as a surprise if the band reaches a steady career as musicians. With an EP due in mid-October – the band’s first under the Fight the Fear name – and a tour planned for the summer of 2013, Fight the Fear is focusing more on broadening their fan base, continuing to produce music they’re happy with. You can catch Fight the Fear at the Red Door in Waterbury, CT, on October 27th.

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ight the Fear is an electronic pop learned primarily by ear…it’s fantastic band hailing from Middlebury, to have strength in reading music and Connecticut. They recently won understanding theory, but it’s equally as Connecticut’s first ever music awards, great to be able to pick up anything by ear under the category for best indie rock and also to write without a lot of theory band. The band started in the summer clouding your artistic judgment,” Lakof 2009 when Gabrielle Lakshmi met Ja- shmi explained. Although there seems co Lindito, the band’s drummer, to pool to be a stark difference in influences, their talents together and collaborate. Fight the Fear cites almost all genres as The two later added Alex Beaupre and having a play in their sound, producing Andrew Ciarlelli to play guitar and bass a rounded out, complete sound. Gabrielle said she is respectively. This most responsible formed the band “You have to be true to for bringing newer then known as Lakshmi, Gabrielle’s yourself; you’ll succeed influences to the rest of the band’s middle name – they more, and you can’t attention, while felt it was different they focus on clasenough to separate please everyone.” sic rock. themselves from Their unique apother bands, but later found the name lacked translation proach to electronic pop is only preceded into memory. “Fight the Fear” comes by Fight the Fear’s diligence in self-profrom a lyric originally written under the moting – the band does everything from Lakshmi name and was later adopted as its website to music videos, getting any and all close friends and family to particthe band’s name. Lakshmi has studied music since she ipate. As we enter an age where startup was five, focusing on classical piano and bands are expected to self-manage, Fight voice. As the lead singer and keyboard- the Fear follow that trend competently. ist, she brings soothing corners to the The visuals and ideas for the music vidband’s progressive rock edge. She claims eos come directly from the music itself, R&B to be her most salient inspiration, creating an organic product. Lakshmi while the band draws more from metal said YouTube allows people around the and progressive rock. “A few of us have world the ability to access their music, formal training and a few of us have and also promotes the band’s kinship with friends as they perform in the videos. Furthering Fight the Fear’s interest in a multiple media approach, they were featured in an independent movie playing the lead character’s band. The name of the movie is Janie Charismanic, produced by Judith Studio Film Company. It is set to be released in the summer of 2013. Focusing on portraying what they feel as human beings, Fight the Fear is an extremely passionate listen.

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music Woolsey Hall 500 College St. (203) 432-9630 Yale’s largest concert hall and the best place in town to experience classical music. Hendrix and Cream played there in the ‘60s. It’s got a haunted organ too.

Yale Institute of Sacred Music 409 Prospect St. (203) 432-5180 Choirs, organ music and anything else that might sound good in a church. Concerts are produced at various venues around New Haven.

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Yale School of Music 470 College St. (203) 432-4155 Weekly classical music with elegant performances of students, in addition to national and international classical and jazz acts.

North Haven

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425 Washington Ave. (203) 239-6042 Sports bar that offers booking special events, comedy nights, and live bands every Friday.

179 Center St. (203) 793-1782 (1PUB) Live local music Friday and Saturday nights with 150 beers to choose from on their menu.

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Bear and Grill 385 Boston Post Rd. (203) 298-0742 A rustic Adirondack bar and grill with live music and karaoke night.

Orange Ale House 517 Boston Post Rd. (203) 795-0707 In house DJ on Friday nights with live music on Saturday nights.

491 N. Cherry Street Ext. (203) 265-2902 A heavy metal dive bar if ever there was one, located inside an old railroad station. Cheap beer and good times. The trains roar by every now and then.

Old Dublin 171 Quinnipiac St. (203) 949-8022 Traditional Irish pub with live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday; great for local Irish musicians.

Waterbury Palace Theatre 100 East Main St. (203) 346-2000 An ornate theater that hosts national musicians as well as Broadway musicals, operas and comedians.

Freight Street Gallery Oakdale Theater 95 South Turnpike Rd. (203) 284-1816 Large, stadium seating theater that draws in big music acts from all over the world.

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we always have been. We strive to be [energetic], and when the crowd gives you that energy right back it makes for an incredible show.” The basement is unbearably heated now, sauna-esque, but the temperature goes unnoticed as the modest yet joyous crowd continues to dance. Great Caesar performs in a way that not only welcomes a good time, but almost demands it. Their movements are tactful but their sets still manage to carry an air of spontaneity; They put on a show full of such skill and theatrics that it begs the question: Are these guys famous yet? In recent days, Great Caesar currently resides in Brooklyn, but they have not forgotten their roots. Farrell notes, “We mostly play in [New York City] now but the New Haven area will always be home

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to us. I went to school in Hamden and we’ve been playing shows around there for as long as we’ve been together.” This includes a show most recently at Stella Blues on September 28th, along with hopes, Farrell says, of playing another show in the New Haven area as soon as possible. On October 18th Great Caesar will be releasing their long awaited and much anticipated EP titled “Scattered Air.” Farrell says, “It’s a pretty eclectic mix of our influences. There’s a cute love song, a brooding atonal jazz number, and some huge rockers to top it off. We finished it earlier this year and I know I’ve been obsessing over it ever since. It’ll be nice to finally have it out there and hear what other people think!” In addition to hopes of more shows and one day touring, Farrell is already thinking of where their sound will go next. “I’m thinking the next record is going to work our dubstep influences in a bit more. That’s my only complaint about this new EP. Not enough bass drops... [but] I like that our sound is difficult to pin down though, and it’s constantly changing. I think it means we’re doing something right.” The night has come to a close and the door to the basement has opened up, letting in the fresh, but not-quite-coldenough air. Each member of Great Caesar is exhausted and smiling, dripping with satisfaction like they had just finished making love to the collective audience. Everyone is busy talking and laughing as if trying to stay gripped to the energy of the performance they just witnessed, but the crowds soon die down. As they walk away, though, there is a breeze in the air that carries an attesting whisper to what Great Caesar is: What I just saw was something special. For music and upcoming shows, please visit www.greatcaesarband.com

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t’s nearing midnight in a hot, cramped cellar. The house is settled in a New Haven neighborhood surrounded by the Yale campus and countless Yale houses. An almost uncomfortable number of people are packed tightly together in this small space, sweating, their electric energy ready to combust as Great Caesar begins to play. An eruption of guitars and brass accompany lead singer John-Michael Parker’s baritone vibrato as the sixpiece band effortlessly dances into their first number. The audience ecstatically twists and turns as they belt the lyrics to each tune in unison. “As much as we play venues and bars, my favorite shows are always in sweaty, drunken basements.” says Mike Farrell, one of the guitarists. “With songs like “Sweet Banana” or “Rearview” we wrote in these dramatic gang vocal bits that, to me, are the best barometers to see how the show is going. ‘X’ number of years after writing them, it’s always an amazing feeling to hear the crowd screaming it right back at you.” Great Caesar first formed as a trio out of Madison, Connecticut, where the original three members, Farrell included, went to school. They released their self-titled EP in 2007 with a subsequent string of singles throughout 2010. Over time, they grew to the self-proclaimed “sextet” that they are today, blasting truly original tunes that are as tenacious as they are musically unclassifiable. “We threw the term “chamber rock” around for a while,” says Farrell, “but I’m not sure it’s ever stuck.... I usually just say we’re a six-piece rock band with a brass section.” “As for the purpose of our sound,” Farrell says, “we love to get people moving and that’s all we ever hope to do at shows. First and foremost, we’re a live band, and

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Name: Alexandra Alexiades Age: 21 Occupation: Nursing student Where are you from? Woodbridge Where do you live now? New Haven If you were independently wealthy, what would you do with your time? Spread the wealth. I’d travel the world to do vocational work and most importantly make sure my friends and family are taken care of. What’s your favorite restaurant in the New Haven area (and why)? My new-found-favorite is Orangeside Luncheonette near the corner of Chapel and Orange Streets. Friendly environment with a great menu, if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee and an (amazing) doughnut while you read the paper or a quick bite on your lunch break. What’s the last book you read (and what was it about)? The last book I read was Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel (the author of Life of Pi). Hard to explain, it was a quirky yet intense narrative, and overall a beautiful metaphor about some pretty important (and complicated) life lessons. What’s your favorite band / musician? The Flaming Lips have been a personal favorite for years. What’s the best show you went to this year? I saw Wilco play up in Hartford at the Bushnell this summer. The Lee Ranaldo band opened. The sound and venue were outstanding, they both sounded amazing and people seemed really happy to be there. Where do you go see movies? I seldom do, but I love the Criterion downtown. Photo by Charlotte Greene

What’s the last great movie you saw? Rango was fabulous, I saw it in the spring of 2011 shortly after it came out in theaters. And of the few movies I’ve seen in theater recently, none have wow-ed me. What are your plans for the fall? I love fall it’s my favorite season with the perfect weather. I’ll be celebrating my birthday soon and hope to do some hiking, maybe pick some apples at one of the local orchards. How many countries have you been to? How many states? I’ve been to two other countries besides the US, the Virgin Islands, and Greece but that is soon to change. Though I’ve been through a bunch of states, I’ve only traveled to Vermont, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., Florida, California, and Illinois, including CT that makes 11. Where do you buy / download / stream your music? I like to buy CDs still, but nowhere in particular, maybe Target, BestBuy, and some local record shops, I grew up with Cutler’s as my go-to. I don’t download music offline at all because I never feel the need to, but I import my CDs to i-Tunes and ‘stream’ from there, a.k.a. burn CDs to play in my car because I don’t have an iPod. What’s your favorite part about New Haven? The diversity. It’s pretty unusual here. There is no other place like it. People who know New Haven love New Haven, and everybody’s got a story to tell. I like to think of it as its own culture and entity, I learn something new here every single day. If your friends had to describe you in just one word, what would it be? Love. groovemag.com

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