Vol. 16, No. 15 by Maroon Weekly

VOL. 16, NO. 15 // JANUARY 15, 2020

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Grand Stafford Theater Tow'rs combines music and storytelling this weekend at GST.

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"Natures Brilliance" Local artist Hailey Herrera shares her vision at SEAD Gallery & Bookshop.

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MEALIME Platform: iOS, Android Cost: Free (subscription available) by Steven Jordan

With so many restaurant options available to us and so little time throughout the day, it’s difficult for many of us to eat healthy. Enter Mealime. Though it has been making the rounds for a few years now, Mealime remains one of the most popular meal planning apps, and for good reason: it boasts an extremely user friendly interface and contains recipes for only the most delicious meals, customized just for you! The first time you open the app, you’ll be presented with questions about your dietary restrictions, allergies, and likes/dislikes. Every meal you’ll be able to pick from will keep those restrictions in mind. After you’ve chosen your meals for the week, the app will then create a grocery list for you to save you even more time! Then, when you start cooking, the app gives you easy to follow recipe steps! If you find yourself stuck in a cycle between eating out and eating small, junk food meals at home, Mealime is a gamechanger! With delicious, time-saving dinners customized for you, you can take back the joy of eating at home!

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STAR WARS: EPISODE IX – THE RISE OF SKYWALKER by Mikey G alo “Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker” director JJ Abrams was given a difficult task: wrap up three trilogies and 42 years of movies with one single film. While there are the expected hiccups and moments that will leave fans divided — namely the movie’s struggle to mesh well with the first six George Lucas-made movies — Abrams and his cast do their jobs well. Adam Driver turns in another strong performance as dark lord Kylo Ren. He plays the role of a troubled villain well, and he has chemistry with every actor sharing the screen. Even when he wears his mask, you can feel his emotions radiating from within. “The Rise of Skywalker” is fast paced and action-packed. There are aerial dogfights, shootouts, and excellent, flowing lightsaber battles with twirls and flourishes more reminiscent of the prequel trilogy than some of the heavier, hard-hitting combat we’ve seen in “The Force Awakens” and “The Last Jedi.” The movie also features incredible effects that allow the characters to do things and go places not previously imagined. Of course, it’s always fun to see old faces. In addition to the regular cast from the Original Trilogy that we’ve grown accustomed to seeing — R2D2, C3PO, Chewbacca, and Princess Leia — there are great cameos from others that we haven’t seen in a while. “The Rise of Skywalker” is a fun, entertaining movie and well worth the trip to the theater.

“~how i’m feeling~” by Lauv by Allison Beatty Singer-songwriter Lauv hit the ground running in 2020, releasing a snippet of his debut album only two days into the new year. The album, entitled “~how i’m feeling~,” will be released in full on March 6 with 21 songs. The portion released Jan. 2, however, has eight songs, which all carry a mellow, sometimes wistful essence. It includes several of Lauv’s most recent hit singles, such as the collaborations “i’m so tired…” featuring Troye Sivan and “Mean It” featuring LANY. Despite this being Lauv’s first album, he has been cranking out singles since 2015 to great success. Spotify tracks him as having 29,728,483 listeners every month, making him the 54th most popular artist in the world. He’s done all this without a full-length album by producing singles, collaborating with other artists, and writing and producing songs for big stars behind the scenes. Lauv has created a very specific sound for himself, characterized by soft electronic beats and a gentle crooning voice. That sound defines these eight songs, threading them together in a way most albums fail to do. Be on the lookout for the full 21-song album on March 6!

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by Allison Beatty

Tow'rs @ Grand Stafford Theater

he temps outside are sliding around like crazy, up and down, up and down, and it’s anybody’s guess as to what tomorrow will look like, but that’s no reason to stay home! No matter the weather, to wrap up your January, let the cozy music of folk band Tow’rs pull you in. The Arizona-native band will be performing at the Grand Stafford Theater on Sunday, Jan. 26 at 8:30 p.m.

album in 2014, and have been consistently producing fulllength albums every year or two since. Many of the songs on that 2014 album have remained largely popular, even six years later, because their music and lyrics hold up. The down-to-earth dynamic of Tow’rs makes them a fantastic fit for venues both big and small, and their Grand Stafford Theater performance should be no exception.

Tow’rs describes themselves as a folk-rock band, and they use their music as a method of storytelling. Some of their best-known songs are “Vanilla Pines” and “Belly of the Deepest Love,” titles undoubtedly familiar to folk music enthusiasts. The band uses simple and poetic lyrics, many of which contain faith-based sentiments, to connect with their fanbase in a collective yet altogether personal way.

Tow’rs will be at the Grand Stafford Theater on Sunday, Jan. 26. Doors will open at 8 p.m., and the band goes on at 8:30. Tickets can be bought in advance on the Grand Stafford Theater website for $12, or at the door for $15. All tickets for this show are general admission.

Tow’rs currently has four albums on the market, the most recent of which — entitled “New Nostalgia” — was released in Sep. 2019. They released their debut self-titled

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For more info, visit the Grand Stafford Theater website.

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@HURRICANE HARRY'S

urricane Harr y ’s will kick off the new year with a pair of energetic shows featuring both established ar tists and young up -and- comers. On Friday, Januar y 17, the Randy Rogers Band will return to College Station and per form with guest William Beckmann. On Sunday, Januar y 19, Kolby Cooper will headline with guests Dylan Wheeler and Jacob Stelly.

by Mikey G alo

Kolby Cooper heads the Sunday show full of young artists. Cooper is a native of Palestine, Texas, and finds inspiration from classic country artists such as Waylon Jennings and Chris Ledoux. He released his debut single “Every Single Kiss” in November 2017 and his debut EP “Vol.1” in February 2018. He has a growing fan base with over 250,000 monthly listeners on Spotify.

The Randy Rogers Band is the most established of this group. The countr y music band has been together for 17 years and has released seven studio albums and two live albums in that time. Their best known releases have met with both critical and popular success, including their 2010 album, “Burning the Day,” which peaked at number two on Billboard’s US Countr y char t and number eight among all genres. The group enjoys a large following, with over 485,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. Expect them to per form songs from their most recent album, “Hellbent,” which was released in April 2019.

Dylan Wheeler, an East Texas native, is an oilfield worker turned musician who has found an especially strong footing with college crowds. He successfully released his debut EP “ Tell Me If I’m Wrong” in November 2018. At only 24 years old, country music can expect a lot from him in the future. Jacob Stelly is another newcomer with a promising future who will bring a local flavor to the show. Stelly, a member of the Texas A&M University class of 2021, will be making his Hurricane Harry’s debut. He released his debut EP, “University Heights,” this past September and is already Guest William Beckmann is only 24 years old and relatively writing new music. Doors for this show open at 9:00 p.m. new to the countr y music scene. From the small South and the music starts at 9:30 p.m. Texas town of Del Rio, Beckmann describes his music as a blend of Americana and traditional countr y. His smalltown upbringing seeps into his lyrics, especially in his song “Leavin’ Town.” Beckmann has previously opened For more information please visit the for the Randy Rogers Band and other big-name ar tists, Hurricane Harry’s website. including Ray Wylie Hubbard. He released his debut album “Outskir ts of Town” in 2018. Doors for The Randy Rogers Band with William Beckmann open at 9:00 p.m. and the music star ts at 10:00 p.m.

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SOUTHERNS' GRAND OPENING WEEKEND by Rhett Artis Main stage and doors are open Thursday – Saturday from 7 p.m. - 2 a.m. on concert nights, with show start times ranging from 8 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. A proud partner of Texas A&M Athletics, Southerns is the perfect venue for supporting your favorite Aggie sports team in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Their ample space and keen attention to detail when it comes to audio/video presentation makes Southerns an ideal place to listen to the smooth croons of your favorite Texas Red-Dirt singer or catch the game of the season.

anuary 23 through January 25 marks the grand opening weekend of Southerns: Bryan/College Station’s premier music venue for live country music, where great entertainment, food and drinks culminate to offer all B/CS residents a chance to enjoy a real Texas-night-out. With live musical performances along with a drink menu offering twenty-three domestic and craft beers on tap, a diverse selection of wine, house cocktails and margaritas, Southerns is sure to be the go-to destination for anyone looking to two-step into the New Year the right way. If you’re the type to chase your country music with an angus burger and a side of steak fries, then Southerns’ vast food menu is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With over 37 food items to choose from, Southerns has something for everyone, whether you choose to plop down with a plate of fried green tomatoes or the signature Cowboy-Cut Ribeye: an 18oz bone-in, adorned with smoked salt and whiskey butter. Southerns’ menu options seem endless, and their grand opening musical performer lineup will entice country and bluegrass fans alike. Country chart-topper Kevin Fowler along with Jarrod Morris kick off opening night on Thursday, January 23, followed by Houston-native Cory Morrow and Jon Stork on Friday, and ending with “The Voice” season 6 runner-up John Worthington and singersongwriter Hannah Kay on Saturday, January 25.

Southerns is located at Post Oak Mall. Following the grand opening weekend, regular business hours on non-concert nights are Sunday – Wednesday from 4 p.m. – 12 a.m., and Thursday – Saturday from 4 p.m. - 2 a.m.

For more information, please visit the Southerns website.

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YC OONUF E R AE NRCEE by Steven Jordan Freedom is something many of us seek. We might be proud of the freedoms our country or our job affords us, but the founders of the You Are Conference believe that deeper freedom is found somewhere else. For the last five years, the You Are Conference has been held in the BCS area for the benefit of helping women find their freedom in God. If you are a woman of any age and walk of life seeking spiritual growth and freedom, you should give the conference a shot! The story of You Are begins back in 2013. Stephanie Lee, the founder and director of You Are, felt a need to spiritually lead other women in Christian community. According to the conference website, “she began by bringing a small group of women together to pray for [the] community and direction for how this gathering could look.” As this small group of women met, worshipped and prayed together, what would become the You Are Conference began to crystallize. The next year, the first You Are Conference was launched and “abundantly exceeded the team's expectations.” Its success galvanized the team, who felt called to continue the conference for later years. This year’s You Are Conference takes place the weekend of Jan. 24-25 at Central Baptist Church in College Station. There will be a packed schedule of worship and teaching sessions, which are led by passionate professionals dedicated to personal and spiritual growth. Worship during the weekend will be led by Houston-based singer/songwriter Lizi Bailey, who is driven to lead “people in an authentic, corporate response to reality of who God is.” The emcees for the conference will be Austin-based preacher, teacher, writer, and counselor Jennifer Cumberbatch and Meredith Perryman, the Teaching Director for the BCS Community Bible Study Women’s Day Class.

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You Are Conference’s slogan is “Come Together. Worship God. Be Free,” and they extend this freedom to women of all ages, denominations, and walks of life. They believe that in God, freedom is found, and if you wish to join hundreds of other women on this journey, general admission to the conference is $99, and you can register through the You Are Conference’s website. If you are a college student, there are discount options available!

To learn more and to purchase admission, visit the website at youareconference.com.

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$5 Students | $7 General Admission Rather than a literal interpretation of history, The Passion of Saint Thomas More is a meditation on More's decision to be true to his convictions and his refusal to agree to Henry VIII's demands. Described by Gramophone as "hypnotic, magical, enchanting and moving… [with] touches of pure dramatic genius," the operatic oratorio has been performed across the US and Europe to critical acclaim. academyarts.tamu.edu | facebook.com/AVPAatTAMU | twitter.com/TAMU_AVPA

FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC THE ITALIAN SAXOPHONE QUARTET by Steven Jordan

hat better way is there to start a brand new year than by exploring some new, interesting music? You’ll have the chance to do just that next week on Thursday, Jan. 23, at A&M United Methodist Church where the Friends of Chamber Music will be hosting a performance from the Italian Saxophone Quartet. Don’t miss these four seasoned virtuoso musicians with decades of experience under their belt.

and made hardcore fans out of the thousands of people who have been lucky enough to see them live.

This event is hosted by the non-profit Friends of Chamber Music, whose mission is to spread the knowledge, understanding, and love of chamber music to the city at large. As such, all of the events they put on are free of charge, so mark your calendars! Since Friends of Chamber Music relies completely The Italian Saxophone Quartet was formed almost four decades upon city funding and donations from generous patrons, if ago in 1982 by, as they say on their website, “four saxophone you’re interested in supporting them, check out their website soloists, close friends determined to join together to perform at http://bit.ly/2FvU2ST. chamber music for saxophone at the very highest artistic level.” Here in America, most of us think of the saxophone Start your new decade off well by experiencing this free primarily as a jazz instrument or a piece of a marching band. concert from virtuoso musicians beginning at 7:00 p.m. on The Italian Saxophone Quartet, however, uses four different Jan. 23 at A&M United Methodist Church. types of saxophones to explore their interplay of dynamic sounds and perform complex classical compositions. Since their founding, the quartet has had the pleasure of playing hundreds of concerts throughout Europe, the United States and the world. They have recorded a handful of albums, collected praise from many noteworthy critical publications,

For more info about this event and others, check out the list of this season’s concerts on the Friends of Chamber Music website.

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MSC OPAS SEASON PREVIEW by Rhett Artis

The MSC Opera and Performing Arts Society (OPAS) will be kicking off the second half of Season 47 beginning in February, and will finish out the season with a plethora of award-winning theatrical and musical performances sure to “enlighten, entertain, and inspire” all performing arts fans in the Bryan/College Station area.

“Steep Canyon Rangers” (Feb. 4)

The very first performance that will bring in the New Year and the Spring season will be a replete concert featuring this Grammy Award-Winning contemporary bluegrass music band. Come and enjoy the smooth croons of a band that for the past two decades has been entertaining bluegrass and folk rock fans alike.

“We Shall Overcome” — Featuring Damien Sneed (Feb. 7)

Music and African American culture coincide just in time to kick off Black History Month on a soulful note that is sure to lift the spirits of all in attendance. Damien Sneed will lead members of Prairie View A&M University Choir, Voices of Praise and Hutson Tillotson University Choir in performing musical works from gospel to Broadway, interwoven with the spoken words of Dr. Martin Luther King.

“A Capella Live” (Feb. 13) “A Capella Live” will satiate music and acapella fans alike. The energetic show arranged by “Pitch Perfect” vocal producer Deke Sharon features the soulful carols of the grammy-nominated group Committed and includes performances from Pitch Perfect 2’s The Filharmonic along with other dynamic singing acts.

“The Play That Goes Wrong” (Feb. 18 & 19) Are you a fan of comedy? If so, come out and enjoy this knee slapping show that has Broadway howling with laughter. “The Play That Goes Wrong” is a quirky but insightful performance that the OPAS website describes as the “illegitimate Broadway Baby” of Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python.

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“The King’s Singers” (Feb. 27) Get ready to be wowed by the vocal performances of this Grammy Award-winning acapella troupe. With their melodic harmonies, “The King’s Singers” fill the air with chilling highs and lows that are certain to strike a chord with every music-lover in attendance.

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” (Mar. 17 & 18)

Get ready to be inspired by the touching true story of the world-renowned singersongwriter Carole King. “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” explores many facets of the singer’s remarkable life while simultaneously enrapturing the audience with beautiful vocal performances sure to melt hearts and warm your Spring spirit.

Aquila Theatre’s “1984” (Mar. 24) If you’re a fan of the world-renowned George Orwell novel of the same name or of plays with a relevant yet tasteful narrative of today’s social climate, then this is the show for you. Come and see why The New Yorker called this performance “Beautifully spoken.” It contains mature themes and some language though, so this one’s not for the whole family.

“Fiddler on the Roof” (Mar. 31 & Apr. 1)

Looking for entertainment and an uplift to your spirit? Then be sure to see Tony award winning director Bartlett Sher’s reinvisioned rendition of this criticallyacclaimed box office smash hit! “Fiddler on the Roof” has been revamped to enhance the audience’s experience of every facet of this theatrical classic while managing to hold true to the original.

“RENT” (Apr. 20 & 22) This record-breaking Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning Broadway play features a diverse cast of charismatic and talented actors and actresses that are sure to touch the hearts of everyone in attendance. Be sure not to miss the chance to see the play that remains one of Broadway’s top 20 highest grossing performances!

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SEAD GALLERY EXHIBIT: "NATURE'S BRILLIANCE" by Dylan Allen

ith our rapidly changing weather, the expression, “Seasons come, seasons go” has a bit of a different meaning here in Texas, especially in the Brazos Valley. One could even exaggerate and say that in Aggieland, we only have two: summer and football season. But elsewhere in our great state, the seasons are more clearly defined, and our state parks are some of the best places to view these changes. Finding inspiration from observing the seasons in Texas’ state parks, artist Hailey Herrera shares her vision with us in her beautifully crafted and curated exhibit, “Nature’s Brilliance: Contemplations of Color and Seasons” at the SEAD gallery in Bryan from Jan. 16-Mar. 19. Herrera’s subject matter should come as no surprise, due to her involvement with Texas state parks. The year 2023 will mark the centennial of the Texas Parks System, so multiple entities have teamed up to host a project commemorating the park system in a series of art works. For now, the project is being called “The Art of Texas Parks” and is the result of a collaboration between The Meadow Center for Water and the Environment, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Texas A&M University Press, and the Bullock Texas State History Museum. Along with a group of another 29 Texas artists who have received official appointment as “Centennial Painters” by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Herrera and the others serve the project by documenting and interpreting a broad range of our state parks in their art. These 30 individual artists will create pieces which will be curated and debuted at the State Capital and the Bullock Museum in Austin in early 2023. The artwork from the project will be reimagined into a book published by Texas A&M University Press which will accompany the 2023 exhibit. As always, this SEAD Gallery exhibit will open with a reception on Jan. 16 with an evening of art, wine, and hors-d’oeuvres.

Herrera and 29 others were appointed "Centennial Painters" by The Texas Parks and Wildlife Deparment.

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Digital Photography 101 Class

by Amber Jones

f you’ve wanted to learn how to use a digital camera but weren’t sure where to start, be sure to check out Light + Dark Co.’s Photography 101 class. Professional photographers Rachel Driskell of Rachel Driskell-Photographer and John Mansfield of All Heart Photography will be hosting the class on Sunday, Jan. 19 from 2-5 p.m.

Mansfield, who also began his wedding photography business in 2013, has been featured in David’s Bridal, Zale’s: The Jewelry Store and Bliss Bridal Magazine. Together they founded Light + Dark Co. in 2019 for photographers seeking a real community where they can learn more about photography. Light + Dark Co. hosts two all-day workshops a year where they cover more intermediate topics such as client relations and shooting styles as well as two-hour courses Together, Driskell and Mansfield are known as Light + Dark Co, and throughout the year that focus on the basics of photography. Light their Digital Photography 101 class is a part of their collaborative + Dark Co. also has a podcast titled Rachel + John where they photography workshop called The Light + Dark Workshop. The class discuss the photography business. will consist of getting to know your DSLR camera and the first steps to becoming more familiar with professional photography. Driskell Don’t miss this opportunity to become more familiar with your and Mansfield will focus on the way different settings affect your DSLR camera and learn the basics of photography from these images, how to take more professional-looking photos and will also talented professionals! have an hour where attendees can have hands-on teaching and be able to ask further questions. Both full-time wedding photographers, Driskell and Mansfield have each photographed over 100 weddings. Driskell originally began photography as a way to capture memories of her children, and she began her wedding photography business in 2013. Her work has been seen in magazines such as Southern Celebrations Magazine, Love and Lace and Martha Stewart Weddings.

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The class will be held at 175 Century Square Drive. For more information, visit the Digital Photo Photography 101 Facebook event page.

40'S SWING DANCE AT THE MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN G.I.

by Anna Villalobos

re you looking for a fun way to take a break and immerse yourself in history and culture? Time to put on your dancing shoes and get ready to wear out those soles: the Museum of the American G.I is hosting a night of swing dancing on Jan. 17.

The Museum of the American G.I is a living history museum founded to preserve the legacy of American Servicemen and women. Lose yourself in the magic of yesterday with the museum and the Texas Aggie Swing Cats. Bring your sweetheart or bring some friends, because this is a night for everyone!

The museum is partnering with the Texas Aggie Swing Cats, providing free swing dancing lessons no matter your skill level. From 7-9 p.m., treat yourself to a priceless night (including a social dance following the lessons) for just a $6 entry fee! Snacks and soft drinks will be available for purchase to give you an easy dancing boost.

Can’t make it that weekend, or can’t get enough? Mark your calendar: this event continues every third Friday of the month! Gradually the lessons will increase your ability and you’ll be in perfect form for February’s 40’s ball!

The Swing Cats are a Texas A&M student organization dedicated to the diverse history, culture, and traditions of swing dancing. So if you’ve ever wished you could dance the Charleston, tuck turn or impress your dates with the Lindy Hop, this is the perfect place to start.

The Museum of the American G.I is located at 19124 Highway 6 South in College Station. For more information about this event or the American G.I Museum, call (979) 690-0501.

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by Anna Villalobos

HISTORY MEETS ART:

WHERE “EVERYBODY GAINES”

istory and art collide at Texas A&M University with “Everybody Gaines,” a Reynolds Gallery exhibit in the Memorial Student Center. This exhibit, running from Jan. 14 through Feb. 29, is to honor Matthew Gaines, a senator and ex-slave who contributed to the beginnings of higher education in Texas.

And “Everybody Gaines” isn’t the same as past exhibits. “We typically do art exhibits, so this is different in the sense that it’s historical information,” said Compton. “It’s based more on history than it is on the creative arts that we normally do.”

Mary Compton, MSC program advisor to the student Visual Gaines was Washington County’s first black state senator, Arts Committee, says the students of MSC VAC wanted to and voted for Senate Bill 276 as a member of the 12th do something focused on the Matthew Gaines story. Texas Legislature. With his support, this bill allowed Texas “ The exhibit is the product of research done by the MSC to donate land for the establishment of agricultural and Visual Arts Committee, along with help from the Matthew mechanical study universities — such as Texas A&M. Gaines Initiative,” says Compton. “Not a whole lot of people Students have been campaigning since 1994 to memorialize know some of the details and facts about his life, so they Gaines and the 12th Texas Legislature on campus. [the students] wanted to showcase it.”

The “Everybody Gaines” exhibit is in the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M inside the Reynolds Gallery. It is located at 275 Joe Routt Blvd, College Station, TX 77843. For more information, or to find out about other events like this, call the MSC at (979) 845-8901.

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MESSINA HOF COOKING PARTY: HEALTHY NEW YEAR by Amb er Jones

f you’re one of the millions of people that finds it hard to eat healthy after the holidays, start off the new year by taking part in Messina Hof ’s January Cooking Party, “Healthy New Year.”

Whether you’re an expert in the kitchen or have never cooked a meal in your life, Messina Hof welcomes guests of all skill levels! Everyone that attends the Cooking Party will receive recipes to try at home and the chance to win culinary door prizes. After attending six classes, you can On Sunday, Jan. 19 from 1-3 p.m., guests will prepare a save 10% on upcoming cooking demos and become an three-course meal, with each course featuring a Messina honorary vintage house sous chef. If you attend 12 Cooking Hof wine cooked into the dish. For the first course, you’ll Parties, you will even receive an official Messina Hof Chef ’s learn how to make keto tacos filled with juicy Texas ground Coat! The Cooking Party will be held at The Vintage House chuck, poblano peppers and red onion, rolled inside a Restaurant in Bryan where the classes are held once a parmesan crisp and then topped with a Gewürztraminer month. avocado puree. For the second course, you’ll prepare panseared Texas pork topped with tomatoes and mushrooms along with a Merlot demi-glace drizzle, served with roasted broccoli and quinoa. For the final course, you’ll make an avocado and Port fudge frosted chocolate cake served with vanilla bean ice cream and fresh strawberries on top.

Tickets for the party are $69.95 plus tax and gratuity, and can be purchased on the Messina Hof Winery website.

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"DECADE IN REVIEW, PART 1"-FUN STUFF FROM 2010 & 2011. ÂŠ 2020 MATT JONES

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38 North America's oldest sport 43 Inside looks? 48 Drummer in the Electric Mayhem 50 Award for Alfonso CuarĂłn 51 Potter's device 52 Misjudgment 53 "Finding Dory" actor Willem 54 Join metal to metal

54 IBM computer that beat two humans on "Jeopardy!" in 2011

55 "Four and twenty blackbirds baked in ___"

56 "___ oughta!"

56 "Hold up!"

57 Templeton, in "Charlotte's Web"

58 Amts. in recipes

59 "Cast of thousands" films

60 Active chemical in cannabis

60 Only one of 2011's top 10 highestgrossing films that wasn't a sequel

61 Mauna ___ (former Hawaiian erupter that's neither one you're probably thinking of )

62 Broad, flat beans 63 Long-handled farm tool 64 Thrown for ___ 65 Farm machinery manufacturer 66 ___ Poly (West Coast school) 67 Temptations

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