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Marco Benevento Bends Circuits and Minds

Dark Star Orchestra: Reanimating the Dead

The Revivalists: Stumbling into Success

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DECE EE M 2012BER

Vol. 1 No. 5

Marco Benevento Bends Circuits and Minds

Dark Star Orchestra: Reanimating the Dead

The Revivalists: Stumbling into Success

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WHERE TO GO ON NEW YEARS EVE

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On the cover: Marco Benevento

Dark Star Orchestra: Reanimating the Dead

Publisher: Oliver Collins Editor in Chief: Jack Miller Managing Editor: Katherine Rojas Music Editor: Hannah Woomer Arts and Lifestyle Editor: Kathleen Strain Dining Editor: Tom Russo Copy Editor: Kelley Bligh

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anna liffey’s: a slice of ireland on whitney By Thomas Russo

Dark Star Orchestra: reanimating The Dead By Jack Miller

olde school throwin’ back to old new haven By Thomas Russo

Milksop:Unsung are Unsung Heroes By Zoe Alexandra

Contributing Graphic Designers: Maureen Leary, Gary Sandler Circulation Manager: Rich Gabriele

Marco Benevento Bends Circuits and Minds By Oliver Collins

Contributing Photographers: Melissa Gaines, Jake Grubman, Audra Napolitano, Casey Roche Art Director: Mario Recupido

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Contributing Writers: Zoe Alexandra, Alex Kantarelis, Ryan Maloney, Kyle Murphy Photography Editor: Charlotte Greene

Letter from THE Publisher

Anna Liffey’s A Slice of Ireland on Whitney

MUSIC Listings

the revivalists: stumbling into success By Ryan Maloney

STANDARD PRACTICE: AN INTRODUCTION By Kyle Murphy

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ART Listings

The campus scene

shopping scene

where to go on new years eve

interview on the green

Director of Advertising: Oliver Collins Marketing Assistant: Leah Salindong

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the touring life By Alex Kantarelis

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Energy Drinks, Black and Milds... shorts and a t-shirt in the summer, jeans guess I never really shared the Groove and a flannel shirt in the winter. Oh, and story and thought now would be a the tickets! The experience starts from good time. Groove started with a meet- the ticketfest online (I don’t buy tics in ing at Starbucks in February of 2012, but the parking lot — all my friends think it had really been in the making long be- I’m weak on that one), for the next couple weeks the anticipation builds, and fifore that. There was something about live music nally departure time arrives. My record that always excited me. Jam band live mu- for a journey in one night was moe. It sic, from Phish and the Grateful Dead to was on 3/1/12, in Burlington, Vermont. the jamtronica scene now popping up, Heavy snowfall didn’t help. Five hours even to the band scene at the little pub there, three hours of music and four and around the corner. In its simplest form, a half hours back, arriving at a solid six music brings people together. And that in the morning. I wouldn’t trade that trip for the world though: For some reason, was part of my aim with Groove. The experience of attending a show in it just flowed. We stayed in the moment, the jam band world is hard to describe. we laughed and we danced. Time wasn’t It simply needs to be experienced. And, on the mind, at least till the ride back! What I find at shows today is what I aleveryone’s experience is unique to themways read about the Grateful Dead in the selves. Mine goes a little something like ‘70s — a fellowship. Yes there is the fan this: base, but for most jam bands it’s more than that. It’s a special connection we all have to each other. Seeing each other at different shows around the country, remembering great moments at classic shows, music , arts the long jam, the & cult F ure fo DEC REE r grea ter n EM ew hav special guest, the en 201 BER groove 2 Marc mag.c part where “Al om rco Be neven screwed up the to Bend bass line.” I guess s Circ ircuits and M I just can’t get inds enough of it. There is too, of course, the connection between the band and the fans. The unique interaction, the fans wondering what the band is thinking, what they will play next, how the flow will go tonight, what kind of mood they’re in, if they will play strictly to a set list or respond

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to a fan’s request… And then the band is wondering about the energy of the audience, how the interaction will go, if they will enjoy the set list and how they will respond to the performance. So I figured, why not start a website that reviews shows as well as connects people? This would be a great place to see what happened if you had missed the show, write your own review in, connect with people you met, and enhance the overall experience. It seemed like a good idea, but it had been done, it was tough to cut through all the clutter, and the internet just did not provide the medium I was looking for. Then I thought about the vibrant music scene in the New Haven area. (Lately Trey Anastasio of Phish, even referenced what a special place New Haven was for music.) Toad’s Place being the helm of course, but the hippie city we have, with such culture, arts and history (New Haven Green protests, famous acts at the New Haven Coliseum, the Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan at Toad’s), among others, have built the scene so beautifully here. It made sense. So here we are almost one year later, and Groove is finally starting to gain some steam. The concert experience is a metaphor for what we are doing here at Groove. We are here to bring people together. Bring people to New Haven to experience this special city. Bring people out to see some live music, venture off to a museum for the day, and go out for a delightful meal. New Haven is where it happens and we are here to show you where. Happy Holidays,

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Marco Benevento

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arco Benevento is a jam band artist who takes a different approach than you might expect. His specialty with the piano and some other unusual instruments allows for quirky sounds and fun tunes that you wouldn’t normally hear. From circuit bending to the Hammond organ and Wurlitzer electric piano, Benevento’s combination of these sounds stimulates different endorphins in the brain and gives your mind and body a real sense of the energy contained in the music. Marco has toured with Furthur drummer Joe Russo, Phish frontman Trey Anastasio, bassist Mike Gordon of Phish, bassist Reed Mathis of Tea Leaf Green and multi-instrumentalist John Mcentire of Tortoise, among others. Benevento took piano lessons as a child, played with synthesizers, had a four track recording system, and played with analog keyboards in his “bedroom studio,” as he calls it. But his formal training really began at the Berklee College of Music in Boston where he studied jazz and developed a taste for more serene music. He explains why Berklee was one of the best training grounds. ”One of the best experiences was playing with a group of friends every Thursday for two years at this little place called the Chopping Block, and we would host a jam session where people would come and sit in,” he says. “It got my mind out of school and just playing. And secondly, my teacher Joanne Brackeen was really beneficial in pushing me to practice a little more, and working on playing and getting better and fooling around on the instruments. After studying with her for three years she really took me to another level.” Benevento is probably best known for his work with Joe Russo, when they rocked the night away as the Benevento-Russo Duo. While Berklee influenced his love for jazz, Russo influenced his passion for rock.

“I ended up meeting back up with Russo in New York, and we started to cross into a jazz/rock kind of thing,” says Benevento. Russo and Benevento both grew up in New Jersey and knew each other casually but were not close acquaintances. When Marco crossed paths with him in New York years later he was quite impressed with how well Russo had developed. Their real partnership began in 2001 when Russo landed a weekly gig at New York’s Knitting Factory and asked Benevento to join him on the Hammond B3. They went on to produce four albums together (Debut Album, Darts, Best Reason to Buy the Sun and Play Pause Stop). The Duo was the winner of New Groove of the Year in 2005, at the 5th Annual Jammys. Once they started playing together, they just kept going and going, to raging success. Benevento’s unique invention of circuit bending really interested me. I had never heard such sounds before and it really fools the mind. I wondered how the heck Marco got into it. “I was doing this show in 2005 with Joe and this guy brings out a duffel bag filled with all these toys and I freaked out and couldn’t believe it,” he explains. “I just loved the sound of them. It made

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really cool glitchy sounds and made me feel like a kid again holding a little battery operated Casio toy. I collected them over the years and the marriage between them and the piano was really cool to me.” Benevento’s newest album Tigerface is racing up the music charts as he tours the country. It’s a unique record for him as he added some vocals for the first time. “The first venture with that was with This is How it Goes and I ended up singing the words with my wife. The piano melody with this song was so vocal, that I couldn’t help but write words. I ended up playing a festival in Burlington, Vermont and Rubblebucket just blew me away-Kal (lead singer), just killed it.” And thus, Kalmia Travers landed the gig for first vocals on a Benevento album. So, if you’re looking for a unique sound that will energize your soul and take you out of your element, look no further. Benevento is well worth checking out and lucky for us he is coming to the Arch Street Tavern in Hartford on December 13th. Tickets can be purchased at marcobenevento.com and range from $12-$15.

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The Dead By Jack Miller

ob Barraco has played keyboards for Phil Lesh and Friends, The Dead, The Other Ones, Chris Robinson & New Earth Mud, and since 2005 he’s been an official member of Dark Star Orchestra, the most accurate Grateful Dead tribute band there ever

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was. The group is currently celebrating its 15th anniversary, and Barraco couldn’t be happier with the quality of the music it’s producing. They play the Dome at the Oakdale on Friday, December 7th. “Right now the band is playing at a really high level and we’re constantly raising the bar for ourselves,” he says. “We’re taking the music into new directions and we’re trying to live “Being the Moment” — having that as our mantra. Let it go where it needs to go and don’t worry about trying to be exact. You start thinking that way and, it’s not fun first of all, but also it’s not going to happen.” Barraco began playing with DSO part time following the death of original keyboardist Scott Larned in 2005, splitting his time between Phil’s projects and the group until he was offered the full-time position. “It made more sense to me than anything else,” he says. “Phil, at that time, was very fickle about what he wanted to do, and I’ve got to make a living, so it turned out to be the best move for me.” No bridges were burned in the process, however. Phil respected Barraco’s

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decision and still occasionally invites him to play, which he’ll be doing in December when he reunites with the Phil Lesh Quintet, a.k.a. “The Q” — an allstar band consisting of himself, Phil Lesh, drummer John Molo of the Allman Brothers Band and guitarists Derek Trucks and Warren Haynes. In fact, Barraco isn’t going to make it to the Oakdale show as a result of the Q reunion. Furthur keybordist Jeff Chimenti will be filling in for DSO. Barraco is looking forward to his Phil vacation. “It’s always an honor, and it’s extremely adventurous,” he says. “The two of us have a rapport that’s gone back quite a while.” Back to 1999, that is. Barraco remembers what it was like the very first time the pair played together. “I was absolutely shaking in my boots, but he was so disarming that I wasn’t nervous for very long,” he says. “And then we started playing and I got nervous again, but we started jamming and the shit just started happening. You don’t have time to be nervous, you’ve got to react. It’s a whole different ballgame when you’ve spent your whole life listening to someone play and then all of a sudden you’re thrown into the mix playing with them. There’s no time to be afraid.” Phil returned the favor just last month, sitting in with DSO for the first time for an entire set at the Fillmore in San Francisco on October 13th. (The soundboard recording is available for free download on archive.org.) “What a trip that was,” says Barraco. “It was really wonderful. He was just a member of the band for the set, and he really played his ass off and brought the best out of all of us. DSO recreates Dead shows by taking existing song-for-song setlists from Grateful Dead history, and then playing them using rough approximations of the sounds from the era the show was played in. Rhythm guitar player Rob Eaton (DSO’s Bob Weir) figures out what setlists to play. “It’s a pretty arduous task,” says Barraco. “I would never want to do it. But he’s great at it. He picks great shows and we’re really fortunate to have someone willing to go the extra mile.” Barraco barely noticed that it was DSO’s 15th anniversary.

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“Right now the band is playing at a really high level and we’re constantly raising the bar for ourselves”

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“I was oblivious,” he says. “It was like the 10th anniversary yesterday. Time just cranks man, it really does. Each year that goes by for me goes by way too quickly. Then I look back at the number of shows I’ve played and I can’t believe it.” As for Barraco’s personal favorite era of the Dead? That’d have to be 1972,. “The whole Europe deal,” he says. “I saw my first show, the last show in New

York before they went to Europe. 3-2872. I got to see Pigpen once. From when Keith joined in October of ’71 to the show at the Stanley Theatre in Pittsburgh on September 27, ’72 they were speaking this other language, it’s tremendous how they’ve grown in a year. [Editor’s note: The Stanley Theatre show was actually in Jersey City.] I’m constantly blown away. It never ceases to amaze me.”

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Milksop:Unsung

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n a freakishly cold night in late November I made the trek to Café 9 to see the up-and-coming band, Milksop:Unsung. Having spent many years actively engaged in the New Haven music scene, I can say with all certainty that there is little I haven’t seen. This is not to say that New Haven isn’t seething with burgeoning talent but often I find it difficult to differentiate one local indie act from the next. I asked the scrappy, unshaved man seated next to me if he knew anything about Milksop:Unsung to which he replied, “Oh, you’re gonna love them. This is a band not to be missed.” Still a skeptic wondering what a “milk-sop” was and making a little joke in my head that if it was terrible there was no sense in crying over spilled Milk-sop, I waited for the band to take the stage. Initially I was impressed by the sheer number of instruments packed on that tiny Café 9 stage including a banjo, an enormous

stand-up bass, a mandolin, a lead guitar and a drum kit. Dan Carrano, the fourmember band’s bearded front man, is one you could easily picture gearing up for a brisk mountain hike or chopping wood for a bonfire, but floored me with his unusual vocal stylings. (His voice calls to mind a falsetto Tom Waits.) The Carrano’s bravado and delivery, however, were that of a prohibition era jazz singer of whom he appeared to be channeling as his eyes rolled and closed throughout his delivery. The folk-punk sound, complete with unusual breakdowns and tight interludes brought to mind the feeling of an antique carnival mixed with a touch of bluegrass flair. The banjo, stand-up bass and guitar flowed effortlessly through some very controlled, yet cacophonous, numbers which had the crowd thumping and dancing right along with them. It takes a very talented group to create a sound that is punk rock in its bravado boldness and carelessness yet remains controlled enough to produce a very tight sound. Throughout the set, the banjo player (TJ Jackson) and lead guitarist took turns singing different songs. While Carra-

no’s voice was reminiscent of Zachary Francis Condon of Beirut, piercing and abrupt in its delivery, Jackson’s was soulful and swinging like James Mathus of the Squirrel Nut Zippers. During one of their calmer songs when I least expected it, Carrano pulled out an orange kazoo which seemed odd, but then again, after listening to Milksop:Unsung for a little while, nothing seemed odd anymore. The kazoo provided a perfect complement to a much more melodic tune and let the audience know that Milksop is a force to be reckoned with. It is also important to note that throughout the set the mandolin and banjo players switched instruments and took turns offering up lead vocals which helped showcase each other’s talent and versatility. The guitar was never the lead instrument, yet it was used to fill in, back up and add fullness to the sound. What set this act apart was each member’s ability to take a backseat when necessary so that no one outshined anyone else. Instead, this cohesive unit benefitted from each individual’s willingness to let the other stand out. After the set, I was eager to obtain a copy of the band’s CD. After finding out from Carrano that their CD is still in progress, I felt that I had really stumbled upon some of New Haven’s most promising hometown heroes. Although, completely unrelated to their musical ability I must say that two of the four fellows in Milksop that I spoke with were down-to-earth genuinely cool, completely unpretentious guys who you’d want to have a drink with and pick their brains. In a city where bars fill up for cover bands playing the latest Matchbox 20 hits, Milksop had Café 9 packed on a Tuesday night. This is not a coincidence. Milksop:Unsung appears to have quite a following because their raw talent, creativity and originality draws them apart from the rest. Fans of O’ Death, Gogol Bordello and Man Man will not be disappointed by this tour de four-some. Photo by Casey g Roche roovemag.com

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Fairfield Theatre Company

2926 Fairfield Ave. (203) 335-3655 The jam band scene is alive and kicking thanks to hip fun cheap places like this one. Take a little ride, its a blast here.

70 Sanford St 203-319-1404 One of CT’s special venues in that it hosts national acts in an intimate environment. Stage One has a capacity around 200 to get a close up of bands on their way to stardom.

Downtown Cabaret 263 Golden Hill St. (203) 576-1634 Professional Non-profit organization produces quality musical theatre.

Klein Memorial Auditorium 910 Fairfield Ave. (800) 424-0160 The Klein holds 1400 and hosts some of the hottest acts out.

Two Boots 281 Fairfield Ave. (203) 331-1377 Lots of live music, including open mic Wednesdays and Indy Thursdays.

Cheshire The Funky Monkey Café & Gallery 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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Hamden Park Central Tavern 1640 Whitney Ave. (203) 287-8887 Live music every Saturday night!

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Comcast Theatre

Battell Chapel

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

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

Webster Theater

Black Bear Saloon

31 Webster St. (860) 525-5553 A smaller venue offering local underground music, as well as alternative/rock artists on their main stage.

Ledyard Foxwoods Resort and Casino

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

39 Norwich-Westerly Rd., Ledyard foxwoods.com The MGM Grand Theater hosts national acts like Daryl Hall and John Oates. It’s got a good mellow vibe to escape the chaos of gambling right outside the doors.

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New Haven

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

Hartford Arch Street Tavern 85 Arch St. (860) 246-7610 From Phish and Dead cover bands to bands on the rise, this is a great place to see a show. Huge selection of quality beers, wines and mixed drinks to give you that consistent buzz to accompany your dance moves..

Anna Liffey’s 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.

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

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

Cave A Vin 975 State St. (203) 777-6206 A wine and cheese bar where you can hang out on couches or at the bar and listen to mellow jazz and acoustic music.

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

Firehouse 12 45 Crown St. (203) 785-0468 Recording studio, bar, lounge and jazz venue with an intimate atmosphere that encourages artists to be creative.

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The Revivalists: Stumbling into Success By Ryan Maloney

ew Haven’s own Stella Blues recently hosted The Revivalists, a band that’s been on our radar. That Sunday night I was one of many lucky patrons surprised by their room-shaking performance. This energetic seven piece band is fronted by David Shaw, with Zach Feinberg on guitar, Ed Williams on the pedal steel guitar, George Gekas on the bass, Andrew Campanelli on the drums, Rob Ingraham on saxophone, and last but not least Michael Girardot on the keys and trumpet. The Revivalists story of forming into a band was a long string of serendipitous coincidences. The odyssey started when guitarist Zach Feinberg was riding his bike down the street and happened to hear future lead singer David Shaw singing and playing his guitar on his front porch. Struck with the strong sound of Shaw’s voice, Zach felt the compulsion to stop there and invite him to jam with their band. If that isn’t fate, when asked how the rest of band formed they all agreed with Campanelli’s description. “We never wanted for a musician,” he says. “It just happened. We got a saxophone player, because he was incredible at the saxophone. Nothing was forced. It just happened.” After spending five minutes with them it was easy to see that the chemistry and bond this group of personalities shared was not something that could be manufactured. The Revivalists’s self-titled EP was an instant success among the local New Orleans music scene and was CDBaby.com’s Editor’s Pick for Jam Band. This honor subsequently led to them collaborating with Grammy award winning producer Chris Finney to create their first fulllength album Vital Signs. As Williams simply put it, “He taught us how to record an

album. Which is what we needed.” Finney also had a delicate way of honing in their unique sound, and working together without forcing his experience on them. With the inevitable success of Vital Signs in 2011, The Revivalists were named Best Emerging Artist in Gambit Magazine’s Big Easy Awards. Their most recent album release City of Sound was produced by another industry heavy hitter, Galactic’s Ben Ellman. I asked the band members if Ellman inspired them to be true to the funky, brassy, and energetic sound that is New Orleans. Feinberg replied, “The opposite is actually true... he didn’t say that we had to be or emulate Galactic’s funk. He knew we were a song-orientated rock band and not a funk jam band. He had a vision for us.” That vision was executed exceptionally, rewarded with a nomination for Best Rock Act in the aforementioned Big Easy Awards. Taking their success in the studio and translating it to the road went extraordinarily well. After touring with Gov’t Mule, Gekas cheekily reminisces the experience. “It was always a dream of mine to work

with Warren Haynes,” said Gekas. “He is such a sweetheart.” Their live show is as energetic, funky, and creative as I have ever experienced. The heavy combination of drum and bass reaches in and takes full control of the listener’s body and forces loss of all inhibition. Their pedal steel and lead guitarist can shred with the great ones. The gritty sound of the saxophone and trumpet that gives The Revivalists a taste of that brassy style found only on the hidden corners of deep New Orleans culture, but the ultraenergetic front man has enough soul to fill Madison Square Garden. I went to Stella Blues to conduct an interview with a hot new band and immediately converted to their fandom. Not only do I recommend picking up their album, but also not letting the opportunity pass you by if you have a chance to catch The Revivalists live. I will send you off with the words from the band meant for the ears of the Groove Magazine reader: “Come see us whenever we are back around here, and you always better get the whole clam pizza.” Photo by Jared S Kelly

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New Haven Symphony Orchestra

501 Crescent St. (203) 392-6154 Semi-regular scheduled acts open to the public at Southern Connecticut State University.

(203) 865-0831 Performances at Woolsey Hall and around the state.

Lilly’s Pad at Toad’s Place 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.

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

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

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

418 State St. (203) 772-0544 A bar and restaurant with a diverse lineup of bands, as well as open jams (Sundays) and karaoke nights (Tuesdays).

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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.

Olde School Saloon & Bistro

1227 Chapel St. (203) 865-1242 A relocated New Haven institution. Hosting live raging music in a neighborhood bar. Try their frites.

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

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

Stella Blues

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.

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.

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Standard Practice:

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nheritance plays a large role in where we base the foundation of our musical taste. The twenty-somethings of today grew up listening to soul, funk, classic rock, r&b, or a combination of these genres and more. I can remember finally getting to sit in the front seat of my mom’s car and hearing Led Zeppelin. Ever since then I have been a huge fan; my mother handed Led Zeppelin down to me. Standard Practice attributes a lot of their influence to those classic bands from the ‘60s and ‘70s, citing bands from across all the aforementioned genres. Born out of the breakup of the Midnighters, Doug Slohm, Billy Scully, and Matthew Barry continue to perform under their new moniker Standard Practice. The Midnighters formed as a way for Scully, Slohm, and Barry to play shows at local bars. Scully said he preferred playing bar shows due to their relaxed feel, intimate setting, and accessibility of adult beverages. After gaining a fan base with fellow classmates and seeing that class graduate, along with Sydney Russell, the former lead singer of the Midnighters, the rest of the band had some rebuilding to do. With the Midnighters behind them, Standard Practice finds two thirds of the band in grad school and the final third finishing up a degree in music produc-

tion. Barry and Scully both attend Quinnipiac University’s grad school, while Slohm finishes up at the University of New Haven. The closeness of the two colleges has allowed the band to venture into the New Haven bar scene, which has faired them well. Scully mentioned their goal was to play at the legendary Toad’s Place – so legendary that Scully focused a senior project around the history of the venue – which they accomplished November 16, when opening for Toad’s regulars Shakedown. They have also played at other popular New Haven bars such as Black Bear and Stella Blues. Standard Practice would ideally play shows five to seven nights a week, but the band’s busy academic schedule prohibits that. Though they started with cover songs, the band is moving toward original material with a heavy focus on what they would like to hear on the radio. “Top forty these days is pretty hit or miss – most of it is crap,” Scully explained; so having a producer in the band allows Standard Practice to have complete creative control, and rights, of the music they write. This grants the band the ability to model a product that makes them satisfied first, then they can later focus on possible air play. But even when the band uses a cover song, they are coded within a melody of songs: covers from the James Gang’s “Funk 49” to the John Mayer Trio’s “Who Did You Think I Was” connected in between by Rick

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Derringer’s “Rock & Roll, Hoochi Koo.” More likely than not, the band is having a blast at practice getting sidetracked with jams and banter, but the week of the show reveals a completely different atmosphere. Scully detailed “We get everything as close to perfect in practice, then when the show comes all bets are off. We could take a two-minute song and stretch it across a few movements.” It’s this duality between the meticulously planned and spontaneous inspiration that makes Standard Practice such a treat to see live. The band focuses on crafting interesting songs that reflect their influences but also open themselves up to the unpredictability of a live show. A show at Hamden’s Side Street Grille in April of 2012 saw Scully’s amp set fire, causing Barry to stop playing, leaving everyone befuddled. Scully and Slohm were unable to see the mishap and the audience thought it was part of the show. The intensity of the music lent itself toward such pyrotechnics. This is how Standard Practice performs. As it is with every band in the web 2.0 environment, Facebook and other social media websites have helped Standard Practice gain back some of the fan base they lost with the departure of Sydney Russell. Mary Babinski has promoted the band heavily with Facebook, keeping it up to date with a schedule of shows and looking to book more. Standard Practice hopes to release its full length debut some time in the spring of 2013. Photos by Charlotte g r o Greene ovemag.com

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Oakdale Theater

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

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

Orange Ale House

Old Dublin

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

The Capitol Theatre

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

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.

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Jake’s Martini Bar

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

Playbook Sports Bar & Grille

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Wallingford

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

Waterbury

149 Westchester Ave (914) 937-4126 Recently reopened and renovated, the aura of Janis Joplin and Joe Cocker are still strong. With acts from Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, to moe., you need to make the trip to this historic venue.

Palace Theatre

Uncasville

170 Freight St. (203) 596-1234 Art gallery that also showcases local, mostly indie, musicians.

Mohegan Sun 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. (888) 226-7711 Casinos are no longer just a place to play the slots. With national acts like Dave Matthews Band in the Mohegan Sun Arena, to the smaller artists playing the Wolf Den, you get it all here. Save your cash, at least for a few hours, and rock out.

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

WOODBRIDGE New England Brewing Company 7 Selden St (203) 387-2222 Last Friday of every month they fill the brewery with a killer rock band for $10. Its a beer guzzlin good time!

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By Alex Kantarelis

o many band’s dream is going on tour and traveling the world to play their music. Well my question to all of these bands is, why not just do it? Just go on tour already. We live in the information age, and with social media being at its highest point ever, setting up a tour is ridiculously easy. It’s as if bands are waiting for someone to “discover” them. Well that doesn’t happen anymore. These days, you have to do it yourself. My advice to everyone is this: Get in the van and hit the road. It’s time for the rest of the country to see your band. But tour can be a bumpy road, if you are willing to really live the life of a musician. Here is info you’re going to need to know.

The truth about tour You want to know what tour really is like? Imagine waking up on someone’s floor in a random city in Kansas and driving seven hours to your next show in Texas which is on a Tuesday night in front of 17 people, followed by doing an all night 18 hour drive so you can play another show in front of 22 people. During the day you eat one meal if you’re lucky. Showers are rare and laundry is next to impossible, so you should assume that you will be gross. Partying happens, but remember, you’re on tour all week. Very few cities have a nightlife on a Tuesday after you’re done playing. For the most part, the only thing to think about is getting to the next show, and finding a place to sleep (people’s floors are usually a good bet, hotels are just too expensive). Getting a cut of the door money is not enough to support a touring band, so you need to have another way to make money on the road. Selling T-shirts, sweatshirts, CDs, posters, stickers and any other merch you can think of is how you will earn your cash.

ary punk rock band Black Flag for example. They were a great band that just went out and toured. Since punk music was still considered too rebellious for the mainstream in the ‘80s, they were forced to do everything on their own, without the help of radio play or MTV. They booked their own shows, played in basements, and living rooms (and real clubs too of course) and lived the DIY lifestyle to the fullest. Black Flag made it clear that smaller bands without national air play can get out and tour, and paved the way for bands like Nirvana and Green Day to achieve mainstream success. Both Nirvana and Green Day toured heavily before being signed to major labels, and they did it before the internet was a real thing. If those bands could do it on their own, why can’t you? It’s 2012; a tour could be booked on a smartphone. You don’t need an agent, just contact a promoter from a different city and see if they can set you up a show. Then plan the next show accordingly. Advice: Play every show. It doesn’t matter if its good or bad, just play it. Obviously you should try to play good shows more often, but who knows, a record label manager might be at the random show you played on a Tuesday and might like your sound. Every time you’re playing in

front of someone it is an opportunity to become bigger and bigger. You never know what to expect from a different city. While playing in front of 17 people may be discouraging, the next city you play may have packed club with 150 people. Just take the good with the bad, and remember to treat each show like its the biggest show you’ve ever played. Sometimes a tiny little bar show is better than a packed club show. Also, get on all of your favorite social media sites, and start promoting the hell out of your band. You will meet lots of people in lots of cities. Make sure you connect with them, and keep them coming to your shows. Get on Twitter, or Facebook, or if you still use it, Myspace, and make sure all those fans know about when you’re coming through a city. Even if only 17 people show up in Omaha, the next time you play there, make sure that all 17 of those people come back to see you again. It seems like there are too many bands waiting for someone to come along and do it for them. Unfortunately that’s not how it works. If you want to go on tour, nothing is stopping you. Get on that handy internet invention, and set a tour up. You may not make money, but last I checked it’s not about the money, it’s about the music. And as with everything in life, the more you do it, the better it gets.

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

Campania Ristorante & Taverna 284 E. Main ST. (203) 483-7773 Traditional Northern Italian restaurant and cuisine. Solid wine list, comfortable bar, cozy dining area, fresh and delicious food.

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

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

Eli’s on the Hill 624 West Main St. (203) 488-2700 Classic American food and a wide variety of draft beer.

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SBC Restaurant and Brewery

Sandpiper Restaurant

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

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

161 Cosey Beach Ave. (203) 469-7544 Family-friendly and casual seafood restaurant with a great outdoor patio.

Shoreline Café

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La Luna 168 North Main Street (203) 483-9995 A restaurant that represents a unique blend of authentic Tuscan cuisine and truly innovative culinary creations.

Lenny’s Indian Head Inn

1247 Main St. (203) 488-2600 Open for breakfast and lunch. Offers sandwiches, salad bar, burgers and stuffed breads, baked fresh everyday.

Waiting Station

205 South Montowese St. (203) 488-1500 Family friendly restaurant with a great water view and a specialty in seafood.

1048 Main St. (203) 488-5176 Covered with local art. Daily specials are written colorfully on a blackboard. Breakfast all day. The greatest bacon cheeseburger on the shoreline.

Mango’s Bar and Grille

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

Parthenon Diner 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.

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.

Antonio’s Ristorante

Bufalina

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

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

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

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

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on Whitney By Tom Russo

Mansfield’s passion for the little piece of Ireland he has recreated at his 17 Whitney Avenue location is contagious and from the large expatriate customer base, appreciated. The food at Anna’s is well rounded with traditional pub selections like spinach artichoke dip and a very tasty burger. There’s also an “Irish Selections” part of the menu that features choices like bangers and mash, Irish style vegetable curry, and shepherd’s pie. The dinner menu is solid, with hearty choices including a surf and turf, roast turkey and ham, and grilled salmon, all priced very reasonably. “The emphasis in our restaurant is to provide authentic Irish fare. Our menu is almost identical to one someone would get in a high quality establishment in Ireland,” says Mansfield. In addition to the wide range of beers and spirits and the diverse and reasonably priced menu, there is a heavy emphasis on sports – American and European. “Most bars will just have the game on a TV, competing with the regular bar noise” says Mansfield. “At Anna’s we put soccer games up on a projector with surround sound and put the lights down a bit. Big groups of fans come to watch soccer games, wearing their colors and having their club chants. We’ve got a big Manchester United and Liverpool contingent.

We attempt to create the atmosphere of going to a match in England, Spain or any big soccer country.” For those who prefer American football, you won’t be disappointed. There’s a separate NFL room that gives similar special attention to game day. They’ve got NFL Sunday Ticket and ESPN Game Plan for College Football. They show all sports events and are a big supporter of Boston Celtics Basketball. It really is a great place to have a few drinks and watch the game. During the sports events they have great drink and wing specials like $3.00 pints and $2.50 PBR’s. They have a lot of live music too with an Acoustic happy hour every Friday that’s run by New Haven’s Ultra Radio. Every Sunday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. they host a traditional Irish music get together where anyone can show up who wants to play and sing Irish songs. “We’ve had as many as 20 people jamming at the same time with a bunch of fiddles, pipes, guitars, and more” says Mansfield. “Our Irish music get together is the longest running session of its sort in Connecticut.” There are Irish pubs and then there’s Anna Liffey’s. 15 years in business means something is being done right. The things they choose to emphasize at Anna Liffey’s are not half-assed, they’re done full out. They do food, sports, beer, spirits, and music - such important things that make life worth living deserve to be in good hands. Patrick Mansfield and his crew do those fine things justice. See for yourself. For more information about Anna Liffey’s visit www.annaliffeys.com

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t really helps the authenticity of an Irish pub, Italian restaurant, Chinese restaurant, etc. if the owner is actually from the place that is supposed to be represented. Now, this is America, it’s not written anywhere that a Samoan can’t open an Afghan kebab house or that a Croatian can’t open an Argentine steak house. But for me it seems that it works better when you stick with what you know. Anna Liffey’s owner Patrick Mansfield knows pubs. He grew up in Ireland working at his father’s and later moved to England where he also worked in the bar and restaurant industry. Then he moved to New York where he opened his own pub, finally settling in New Haven, where he opened Anna Liffey’s. And Anna Liffey’s is as legit as it gets outside of Ireland. “This industry is in my blood,” says Mansfield. “When I was a boy I thought I would never want to work in another pub when I got older. I was always helping my father in the pub while my friends were playing outside.” But as time went on it seems he couldn’t stay away. After 15 years in business Mansfield feels differently about the business that has always been a part of his life. “When I walk into Anna’s it’s like being in my living room, the game is on and all my friends are there.”

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Whitfield’s

Park Central Tavern

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

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.

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

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

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Eli’s Brick Oven Pizza and Market

Café Allegre

Guilford Mooring

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

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

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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.

2392 Whitney Ave. (203) 288-1686 Excellent New Haven brick ovenstyle pizza. Serving lunch and dinner, catering and prepared meals available.

Ibiza Tapas & Wine Bar 1832 Dixwell Ave. (203) 909-6512 Serving dinner only, Ibiza’s excellent tapas make for a relaxed and diverse meal. Excellent wine list.

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.

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Saloon and Bistro

Throwin’ Back TO old new haven Photo by Jake Grubman

effery Arnold and Adam Ganzle of Olde School Saloon and Bistro are nostalgic guys. They’re not the only ones, though; it seems to be a fairly common thing among a number of restaurant owners in New Haven. There seems to be a longing for times when value and quality were one in the same, a time when people put great products forward with pride but without arrogance. The old days, back in the day, way back when - there’s many ways to say it but Arnold and Ganzle prefer Olde School. Both men have a long history in the restaurant and hospitality industry and after meeting each other while working at 500 Blake Street they discussed opening a restaurant together. They both share a genuine love not only for the industry but the mechanics of it, like connecting with people and building a framework for a business that allows it to function on different levels and in different capacities. As the name suggests, there’s a few different sorts of experiences you can have at Arnold and Ganzle’s State Street location. The spot has two different sides and a basement that has recently opened. On the side near the entrance (the Bistro) you can dine in a comfortable and traditional dining atmosphere. On the Saloon side the lights are lower and it has vintage bar feel. The menu is the same on both sides so you can have a full meal at the bar or at one of the bars tables. Head chef and owner Jeffery Arnold describes the food as varied, “there’s traditional pub food, and we’ve got great wings, its comfort food but we certainly have some more upscale choices as well.” My favorite dish that I tried was the braised short rib with gnocchi and spinach. It was tender

enough to eat with a spoon and equally classy and comforting. Classy comfort food. The bar itself is of a beautiful wood with a fine finish and the walls are adorned with pop culture items from bygone eras. On the wall near the corner of the bar there’s a calendar from 1973 and a Warhol-esque painting of Old Blue Eyes. The beer list is great, featuring favorite craft brews, local craft brews, and the cheaper mainstays, of course. They’ve got a wonderful cocktail list as well. The basement was my favorite part, though. In the basement of the building, which was built in 1864, Arnold showed me his most recent project. Behind a sliding door at the bottom of the basement stairs they’ve got a legitimate speakeasy.

“there’s traditional pub food, and we’ve got great wings, its comfort food but we certainly have some more upscale choices as well.” Down in the speakeasy they’ve got a lighter menu, more appetizer driven, but they also prepare mixologist style cocktails. There’s more than a few speakeasy style bars in New York City but a lot of them are so taken with their own chicness that they end up excluding people. “Olde School is an expression of New Haven. Lots of places try to cater to New York or Boston styles, we’re not about that, we’re in New Haven, we’re about doing New Haven” says Arnold. At the Olde School

speakeasy you can enjoy a fancy-ass drink in a classy-ass setting without the dress code or invitation-only attitude. Back upstairs there’s a lot more going on than just dining and drinking. They’ve got serious music Thursday – Sunday nights, no cover charge – check the website for the constantly updated music schedule. They host a Jazz brunch on Sundays; the next one will be December 9 with Arthur Lipner. The menu for the brunch is a la carte and special brunch cocktails are available. If you’re looking for a more upscale night they will also be hosting a Wine Dinner on Dec. 9 which is comprised of a five course tasting menu with wine parings. Tuesday night is Karaoke night and they have a solid happy hour from 3 to 6. They’ve got more going on, just check out the website which we’ve provided at the bottom of this article. As you can see, Olde School is a destination point, and there’s a lot you can do there. You could spend a whole night there and it would be a fine, full night. To get back to what I was saying at the beginning of this article about nostalgia, it really is going around in New Haven’s restaurant scene. What I mean by that is not that a bunch of people are doing old shit and trying to pretend it’s new. But the trend seems to be taking the best of old and new with the emphasis on the best parts of the old days, the parts that seem to get lost in our fast paced and often superficial world. These restaurant owners aren’t in it to become millionaires, they do it because they love their customers and they love what they do and if you go to Olde School you won’t have a hard time recognizing that. Further information about Old School Saloon and Bistro and their events can be found at www. oldeschoolsaloonandbistro.com.

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1640 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 203.287.8887 www.ParkCentralTavern.com

T HE WASH TUB 40 Foster Street (corner of Lawrence), New Haven 203-776-3598 self-service laundry mon-wed 8am-9pm thu-sun 8am-10pm mon-fri 8am-7pm sat-sun 10am-5pm

Malone’s

Sakura Garden

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.

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

The Red Tomato 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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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 Liffey’s 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 a heavy emphasis on sports. One of the most legit Irish pubs around.

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.

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

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

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. There’s also a location in the Milford mall.

Box 63 338 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 A Vin 975 State St. (203) 776-6206 Great wine selection with affordable options. Cheese plates, paninis, cured meats, etc. Small but comfortable atmosphere. Nice choice for a mellow wine bar experience.

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

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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.

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Carmen Anthony Steakhouse 660 State St. (203) 773-1444 Classy old school-style steakhouse. Great place to take a date or if you’ve just got a hankering for a serious steak. Four other locations. They’ve won best steak in New Haven county and have been runner up statewide.

Caseus Fromagerie 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.

Chef Inspired American Comfort Food BOX 63 | 338 ELM STREET NEW HAVEN, CT | 203.821.7772

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Claire’s Corner Copia 1000 Chapel St. (203) 562-3888 Well liked and nationally known vegetarian establishment, since 1975. Catering, desserts, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If you are vegetarian or like the food you’ve got to try Claire’s.

c.o. Jones 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.

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

Dee Asian Kitchen 163 Temple St. (203) 776-0007 Authentic Asian cuisine, excellent dumplings and Dim Sum at very affordable prices.

We are now serving Mediterranean Cuisine! 883 Whalley Ave

We serve all the meat Halal

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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.

Goodfellas Restaurant

J.P. Dempsey’s

Kitchen Zinc

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

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

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

Heirloom

Johnny Salami’s

Kumo

1175 Chapel St. (203) 503-3919 “Coastal farm cooking”, offering breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner on rotating days. Good oysters, prices not cheap but also not excessive. Fresh and local ingredients, located at the Study at Yale.

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.

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

Katz’s Restaurant and Deli

House of Chao

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.

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.

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

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

Louis’ Lunch 263 Crowne St. (203)-562-5507 A New Haven legend, since 1895. Louis’ invented the hamburger. One of the best burgers in the country. Affordable, a must go.

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The Naked Oyster

P & M Orange Street Market

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

200 Crown St (203) 745-4804 With a weekday happy hour (4-7), largest vodka bar in the country, and the largest selection of oysters in the NorthEast, in the heart of downtown New Haven, what else could you ask for?.

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

Mezcal

Miya’s Japanese Restaurant 68 Howe Street (203) 777-9760 Excellent traditional sushi and wildly creative new sushi ideas!

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

Nica’s Market 603 Orange St. (203) 787-5919 Gourmet market with sandwiches and prepared foods.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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DINING Sunrise Deli

Union League Café

Yorkside Pizza

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

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.

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.

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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.

Viva Zapata 161 Park St. (203) 562-2499 Good Mexican place with reasonable pricing. Happy hour is worth trying.

NORTH HAVEN Bellini’s Italian Cuisine and Pizza 2 Broadway (203) 234-2221 A bright and welcoming Italian restaurant, with consistent quality

Zafra Cuban Restaurant and Rum Bar

ORANGE

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

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

Baja’s

Coromandel Cuisine of India

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

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.

Wicked Wolf Tavern

Zinc

Hayama Japanese Steakhouse

Westville Pizza

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

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.

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

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

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The Naked Oyster

874 State Street New Haven 203 776 5306 www.modernapizza.com

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f you’re looking for an intimate getaway in the heart of New Haven, look no further. The Naked Oyster, located at 200 Crown St (corner of Crown and Temple), is a perfect respite from the chaos of tourists, college students, and general hustle and bustle of the city. But the Naked Oyster provides a lot more than just an intimate place to take a date. What else, you ask? Well let’s start with a quality happy hour (4-7 p.m. weekdays) that features $4 drafts, $1 oysters, and $6 watermelon martinis. And did you know the Naked Oyster is the home of the largest vodka bar in the country? With over 150 vodkas, you’ll have no shortage of choices to get your drink on with. They also have the largest selection of oysters in New England with 10-15 varieties daily. “Oysters are a deep part of New Haven culture. New Haven was founded on Oysters from right across the way at Blue Point” explains owner Abe Ozeck . Still, that’s not all the Oyster offers; there’s something different going on nearly every night. Friday and Saturday nights cater to the wild bar scene, but never have a cover. Thursday night is salsa night with Alisa Bowens. The Greg Scherrod band rocks the night away on Wednesday night, and finally Tuesday nights are reserved for the ladies, offering them an appetizer, entrée, dessert and a glass of wine or beer for only $25 per person.

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ARTS SCENE 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.

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

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SoBoBo Art Gallery & Consortium 17 Broadway (203) 876-9829 Mixed media, classes offered, and unique contemporary art exhibitions.

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

Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library 121 Wall St. (203) 432-2977 Yaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s architecturally stunning rare book library also hosts regular art exhibits and events..

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

The Grove

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

71 Orange St. (203) 654-9675 A collectively run workspace and art space with occasional exhibits.

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 exhibits an art show every quarter by two artists.

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.

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“An Unusual Mechanism for Regulating Ubiquitination in the DNA Damage Response” Dietetic Technology/Nutrition Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals Date: Thursday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S408

“The Riemann Hypothesis: How to Make $1 Million Without Getting Out of Bed”

World Music Series: Negrura Peruana Details: Afro-Peruvian music concert, which will also include a workshop. Date: Sunday, Dec. 2 at 7 p.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Hall Theater

“Stratagems, Spoils and Why Bother with Ideology, on the Cuban Revolution in a Post-Socialist World” Details: Ariana Hernandez-Reguant of the University of California, San Diego will provide the lecture. Hosted by Professor Kamari Clarke and Professor Sean Brotherton. Date: Monday, Dec. 3 at 4 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Anthropology Building

“Jefferson and Darwin: Science and Religion in Troubled Times: Science, Religion, and the Contest for Authority”

Poetry Reading by Juliana Leslie Details: Juliana Leslie, author of More Radiant Signal, will do a reading of some of her poetry as part of the Grad Poets Reading Series. Date: Thursday, Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Linsly-Chittenden Hall, Room 317

“Brighter Futures: The Role of a Community Foundation in Early Childhood Systems Development” Details: Richard Sussman and Elysa Gordon of Brighter Futures Initiatives will provide the lecture as park of Edward Zigler Center for Child Development & Social Policy Lecture Series. Date: Friday, Dec. 7 at 11:50 a.m. Location: Yale University’s William L. Harkness Hall, Room 116

Music Department Series: Students and Student Ensembles Details: Student ensembles including the orchestra, jazz band, marching band, harmony choir and gospel choir will perform. Date: Saturday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Hall Theater

Jonathon Butler Christmas

Details: Biologist and historian of science Keith S. Thomson will speak about the relationship between religion and science by examining the thoughts of Thomas Jefferson and Charles Darwin. Date: Tuesday, Dec. 4 at 4:15 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Whitney Humanities Center

Details: Singer-songwriter Jonathon Butler will perform arrangements of favorite holiday tunes mixed with contemporary jazz and soulful music to celebrate the holiday season. Date: Saturday, Dec. 8 at 8 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

“Fat Territories: ‘Globesity’ and the bodily Politics of Comparison in India”

Music Department Faculty series: Victor Markiw, Piano recital.

Details: Harris Solomon of Duke University will provide the lecture. Date: Wednesday, Dec. 5 at 4:30 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Luce Hall, Room 203

“Vanessa Bell: In Conversation” Details: Grace Brockington of University of Bristol will provide the lecture as part of Art in Context Talk series. Date: Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 12:30 p.m. Location: Yale Center for British Art

Nuclear Medicine Technology Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals. Date: Thursday, Dec. 13 at 12:15 p.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S419

“Exploring Artism: A Program for Families” Details: Designed for families with children from ages 5 to 10 years old who are on the autism spectrum, from ages 5 to 10 years. The program is free but registration is required. Register by email at ycba.education@yale.edu or call 203-432-2858. Date: Saturday, Dec. 15 at 10:30 a.m. Location: Yale Center for British Art

Jewish Unity Concert Details: The Maccabeats and 8th Day will perform on the eighth day of Chanukah. The event is sponsored by The Jewish Community of Greater New Haven and co-sponsored by Chabad Centers of Greater New Haven. Date: Sunday, Dec. 16 at 4 p.m. Location: Southern Connecticut State University’s John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts

Radiography Information Session Details: Free and open to the public. No admittance for late arrivals. Date: Tuesday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. Location: Gateway Community College, Room S425

Details: Pianist Victor Markiw will perform works by Mozart, Villa-Lobos, Mompou and Skoryk. Date: Sunday, Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. Location: University of New Haven’s Dodds Hall Theater

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Details: Professor Alex Kontorovich will provide the lecture as part of the “Math Mornings on Sundays” fall lecture series. Date: Sunday, Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. Location: Yale University’s Becton Engineering and Applied Science Center

Details: Cynthia Wolberger, Principal Investigator at John Hopkins School of Medicine will provide the lecture for the MB&B Seminar. Date: Monday, Dec. 10 at 4 p.m. Location: Yale University’s Osborn Memorial Laboratories, Room 202

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Yale Repertory Theatre

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

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).

Lyric Hall Antiques and Conservation

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

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John Slade Ely House

Photo by SUSAn MccASlin

farMer’S Market

MuSiC & theatre

Kehler Liddell Gallery

Yale University Art Gallery

Keys on Kites Tattoo & Gallery

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869 Whalley Ave 203-387-5397 A tattoo shop that hosts a new artist quarterly. Beautiful artists from around the country showcase their art in a tattoo shop that makes you feel like you’re chilling in a living room.

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1111 Chapel St. (203) 432-0600 The galleriy includes art from Africa, American painting and sculpture, Asia, ancient art, European art, and modern and contemporary art.

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

STAMFORD Avon Theatre

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

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.

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.

272 Bedford St (203) 661-0321 Non-profit independent cinema playing classic movies, special events, guest speakers, post film Q&A sessions with filmmakers and actors and an overall enthusiastic film community. A must see theatre well worth the drive.

Yale Center for British Art

WALLINGFORD

Shubert Theatre

ShopS, GallerieS & More

Yale Cabaret

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.

Paul Mellon Arts Center 333 Christian St. (203) 697-2423 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.”

Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History

WEST HAVEN

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

6 Rock St. (203) 937-3566 Showcases the history of West Haven’s rich past.

Savin Rock Museum

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Kids Wishes

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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.

30 Wheeler St 203-288-8537 Don’t forget to spice the car up for that hot date. This is the place to get the ultimate detail and “pimp” your ride.

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40 NorthEast Industrial Dr (203) 208-2227 Save one of your buddies’ lives this Holiday. E cigarettes and vaporizers give you all the enjoyment of smoking minus the harmful carcinogens, at a fraction of the cost.

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

Gifts by Moonlight

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

GUILFORD BSK Chroma 20 Church St (203) 453-3111 Owner Barbara Shulman-Kirwin creates almost all the artwork in store. From dichroic jewelry, to fused glass arts and architectural glass, you will find the perfect gift for your sweetheart or treat yourself to a little treasure.

Mix Design Store 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.

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Merwins Art Shop

22 River St. (203) 882-3415 Whether you’re looking for equipment or trying to create the perfect gift, Milford Photo has just what you need.

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

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Hull’s Art Supply & Framing

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.

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.

Girlie Girl Shop

Joiya Day Spa

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2349 Whitney Ave (203) 281-4204 Not your ordinary spa, owner Sheila Bonnano has made this a truly unique experience. From a high end salon to massage and yoga, you can make a day of it…the perfect gift certificate for your loved one.

MADISON Susan Powell Fine Art 679 Boston Post Rd (203) 318-0616 Improve your artwork collection from the 19th and 20th century America and Europe.

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

MILFORD Arciuolo Shoe Store 74 Broad St. (203) 877-7463 Since 1921, the Arciuolo name has been synonymous with exceptional footwear and service.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

1144 Chapel St. (203) 865-4855 All your framing and art/architecture supply needs.

Rubber Match 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.

NIANTIC Tumbleweeds 325 Main St (860) 739-9018 Fun shop..From records to necklaces, t-shirts to tapestries, take a trip back to the 70’s and let your inner child out!

ORANGE V.I.P. 170 Boston Post Rd. (203) 799-7040 V.I.P. a Mega romantic boutique with a huge department full of sexy and risqué lingerie for every occasion.

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

Woodbridge Woodbridge Firearms 28 Selden St (203) 298-9758 Your place to buy, sell, and trade firearms as well as NRA Basic Safety Courses to obtain your permit.

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New Year’s Eve 2013 Events

his year, New Year’s Eve falls on a Monday night, but don’t think this means the partying will be any less intense. Make a four-day weekend out of it and carry the celebration into the wee hours of Tuesday morning. Here are a few places where you can cross off another year on the calendar, in style:

Barcelona Wine Bar, 155 Temple St., New Haven, (203) 848-3000. barcelonawinebar.com Classy tapas restaurant that prides itself on its adventurous and worldly wine selection. It’s popular among grown-up professional-type folks who’ve craved a happening bar with extensive wine options. Café Nine, 250 State St., New Haven. (203) 789-8281, cafenine.com. Lipgloss Crisis New Year’s Eve. A burlesque and variety show along with a buffet and a champagne toast at midnight. Performer lineup TBA. 9 p.m. $15. The Capitol Theatre 149 Westchester Ave., Port Chester, NY. (914) 9374126. thecapitoltheatre.com Steve Miller Band is rockin out the Classic Cap Theater for two nights (December 30 and 31). Bring in the new year with some new dance moves in the newly renovated and re-opened rock palace.

Madison Square Garden 4 Penn Plaza New York, NY. (212) 465-6741. How could we not mention the classic Phish 4 night run at the Garden? In their third straight year Phish will be rockin the garden, as well as much of Manhattan (watch out for the hippies in Penn plaza), December 28,29,30,31. Tickets are sold out so make sure to be very friendly to your buddies this month, or hop on stubhub or craigslist everyday until you find that sweet deal! Park Central Tavern 1640 Whitney Ave Hamden. (203) 287-8887 parkcentraltavern.com Two Seatings 6&9pm. Free Champagne Toast at Midnight. Live DJ. Your neighborhood bar outside of the tiresome city. Just enough action to let you be wild, and just enough coziness to feel like you’re in your living room. Stella Blues, 204 Crown St., New Haven. (203) 752-9764, stellabluesbar.com. A show by the Juicy Grapes and Relative Souls. Enjoy original music, and a loose hippie vibe in the heart of Crown Street.

Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd., Uncasville. (888) 226-7711, mohegansun.com. Cyndi Lauper just wants to have fun in the arena while exclusive parties will be held at various clubs like Vista Lounge, Ultra 88 and Ballo Social Club. 7 p.m. $30 for the Cyndi Lauper show. Stonebridge Restaurant, 50 Daniel St., Milford. (203) 874-7947, stonebridgerestaurant.com. Have dinner and drinks by the waterfall in downtown Milford, followed by live music by the Rum Runners and even more drinks. Terminal 110, 240 Sargent Drive, New Haven. (203) 624-6200, terminal110. com. A dueling piano show and access to an upstairs dance party after 10 p.m. An open bar from 7 to 10 p.m. and a five-course dinner with dessert. Live Las Vegas DJ, DJ Cue. Hosted by Tony B. 7 p.m. $100 per couple, $60 for singles. Toad’s Place, 300 York St., New Haven. (203) 624-8623, toadsplace.com. New Year’s Eve Extravaganza featuring Shakedown, Toad’s Place’s house Grateful Dead tribute band. Free party favors, a midnight balloon drop and champagne toast and complimentary continental breakfast are all included. 9 p.m. $15, $12 in advance.

Fairfield Theatre Company-StageOne, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield. (203) 259-1036, fairfieldtheatre.org. A show by the Ryan Montbleau Band, a groovy, jazzy, acoustic rock jam band from Massachusetts. 9 p.m. All ages. $57-$62.

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BAR, 254 Crown St., New Haven, (203) 495-8924, barnightclub.com. New Year’s plans still to be announced as of publication time, but they are sure to be well worth the wait.

Foxwoods Resort and Casino 39 Norwich-Westerly Rd., Ledyard foxwoods.com Emmy and Peabody Awardwinning comedian, Paul Mecurio, and Dueling Pianos, will ring in 2013 at “COMIX Countdown” with dancing, drinks and great times lasting until 3am. New Year’s Eve party favors, a champagne toast and a post-midnight dessert buffet will follow the two performances.

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Name: Gabby Esposito, 21 Occupation: Nanny / Student at UNH Hi Gabby! How are you? Good thanks. What do you do for a living? I am a Nanny. What school do you go to? University of New Haven What are you majoring in there? Psychology Where are you from? I grew up in Shelton. What year are you in at UNH? I am a junior. Do you have any plans to attend Grad School? Yes, I really want to get my Masters Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. When you are finished with school, what would be some examples of the jobs you could find yourself doing in this field? There are all sorts of options; you’re getting a degree where you are able to do anything pertaining to psychology. I could do sales, a head hunter, I could even become the CEO of a company; the choices are so vast. I would really like to go into sales. When you’re not in class or working, do you hang out in New Haven? I have a lot of friends in New Haven, so we usually head to a concert, go out to dinner, or go shopping. I used to work at P & M Deli in East Rock, so I really like going to visit there in East Rock. There is a lot to do in New Haven.

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Do you have a favorite venue that you go to, or a favorite eatery? Restaurant wise, I love everything from Prime 16 to Bangkok Gardens. I love Abate’s. The Prime 16 veggie burger is amazing, and Kumo’s New Haven roll is amazing also. I mean, no other sushi place has a roll like that. Abate’s Pizza, is the best pizza. So good. The other’s are good too, Pepe’s, Modern, but I just love Abate’s. I am also a huge Abate’s fan, so I totally hear you on that one. I like that you can go in there, it’s not jam packed, and frustrating. I like that I can in with a big group, and there are always seats. So when you guys go out to see a show, where do you find yourselves going to the most. We go to Toad’s Place, and Shakedown is a regular show that we go to. I go to it every month. I really like the Dead. Do you have a favorite band? Nirvana will always be my all time favorite band. Did you grow up listening to Nirvana? Where does Nirvana fit in to things for you? I grew up with Nirvana, but it honestly the only band I can listen to every day of the week, no matter what my mood is. I am such a grunge music person at heart. I like a lot of grunge music, not just Nirvana, but they are the band that definitely started it for me.

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