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Desginer MARTA PATE Staff Writers JOSH SHELTON JUSTIN WALKER Interns TYRA HARRIS SARA MATTHEWS DESTINY TURNER KENDALL WARD Distribution BRYAN AGOSTO JACOB ATKINS MATTHEW JUAREZ

FLATLAND CAVALRY Flatland Cavalry represents the all-that-is-right with country.

Catch them at Harry’s Aug. 31.

JIMBO FISHER There is a new sherrif in town.

We know people like him. But will he be successful?

OUTDOOR YOGA Namaste. Engage your body and soul outside at Lake Walk every Saturday.

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THE SPORTS WIRE

by Justin Walker

APP REVIEW

WEEKLY

MEDIA SHAKEDOWN

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Football is about to be in full swing. Between the high school and college seasons kicking off at the end of August to the pros starting the following week, the anticipation for touchdown celebrations and big hits is all too real.

Keeping up with everything happening across the country can be difficult, especially as other commitments get in the way of staying glued to the television set. That’s where smart phones come in with those handy-dandy apps.

A newly released app, “The Sports Wire,” promises to keep you connected to sports, including football, basketball, golf and even fantasy sports. By connecting users to their favorite USA Today Sports Media Group, they can stay up to date with news, predictions, photos, commentary and more.

As nifty as this app sounds, it doesn’t exactly live up to the hype. First of all, while every NFL team is covered, the other professional leagues are spotty, if they are even featured on the app. There is a basic college football “wire,” but only six collegiate teams have their own page, and the only conference to be covered is the Mountain West.

“The Sports Wire” sounds interesting, but it doesn’t add anything new to the already existing sports media apps featured, and its coverage is much less adequate. My take?

Stick with ESPN or CBS Sports. They’ve brought you this far, they can get you through another season.

CRAZY RICH ASIANS

by Josh Shelton

MOVIE REVIEW Crazy Rich Asians is a rom-com that delivers. The love story is about as

fluffy as you’d expect, but the visuals alone are worth the price of admission. You’ll see stunning architecture from across Singapore, and when the dialogue occasionally falls flat, you can always imagine you’re watching MTV Cribs and Anthony Bourdain reruns on mute.

Celebrated for its complete cast of Asians and Asian-Americans, the movie hits the familiar tropes. Nico Santos plays the flamboyant “rainbow sheep” of the family, and he manages the obligatory makeover montage. The quirky college friend (Awkwafina as “Peik Lin Goh”) has many of the film’s best one-liners, and her nouveau riche family (including Ken Jeong of Community and The Hangover) provides a comedic foil for the classy type of old money we should envy and respect. The soundtrack is fresh without being intrusive.

Of course, if you’re looking to become more informed about Asian cultures, then you probably want a different genre of film. The biggest contextual overview comes when a character is pointing to a map on a handbag. While this movie doesn’t quite educate viewers, it does give exposure to a region and a narrow slice of culture. And make no mistake, that slice is crazy rich.

The movie overextends itself wi th some elements, particularly when the Economics professor demonstrates practical applications of Game Theory. Even when it leaves unanswered questions, the subplot provides thematic structure. Like an unexpected bump to first class, Crazy Rich Asians is a fun ride, a two-hour glimpse of how the other fraction-of-a-percent lives.

by Tyra Harris

ALBUM REVIEW The self-proclaimed Queen of hip-hop has released her highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Queen.” The bold album title has 20 songs, three of which have made Billboard’s Hot 100 charts.

Known for dropping her rhymes to dance-like pop beats, Minaj gives fans a feel of her Caribbean roots from the opening track “Ganja Burn.” It should be noted that the track “Coco Chanel” features fellow Trinidadian female rapper, Foxy Brown. This is the first time Minaj, a 10-time Grammy nominated performer who often speaks of women’s empowerment, has collaborated with another female emcee.

ARTIST: Nicki Minaj ALBUM: Queen RELEASED: Jan. 12, 2018

The third track, entitled “Barbie Dreams,” is no doubt every hip-hop lover’s favorite on the album. In homage to one of the great lyricists of all time, The Notorious B.I.G., Minaj raps along to the beat of his “Just Playing (Dreams).” In Minaj’s version, she uses playful wit to call out some of the rap game’s hottest stars, including Drake and DJ Khaled.

The four year hiatus from new music has done Minaj well. “Queen” is her most hip-hop jammed album to date. Fans of mixtape-era Nicki can rejoice, as it seems that her flow from the pre-mainstream days has returned.

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MUSIC

Time and time again, great music makes its way to College Station. With a growing amount of venues and the guarantee of a great crowd, bands continue to make their way to Aggieland to entertain the masses. The fall semester will continue with that tradition as one of country’s finest comes to town.

Flatland Cavalry will take the stage at Hurricane Harry’s on Friday, August 31, in what is sure to be a great show. The Lubbock-based country/Americana band represents the all-that-is-right with country music, mixing emotionallygripping lyrics with earthy sounds to make incredible music.

Cleto Cordero, lead vocalist and songwriter, transports the listener to a different world with both the written and sung word, as his lyrics and voice merge to create a calming and rejuvenating sensation.

His performance, coupled with the strong, southern sound of the band, results in defining music to the Texas country genre.

Cordero is joined by drummer Jason Albers, guitarist Reid Dillon, fiddler Laura Jane and bassist Jonathan Saenz. The group formed in 2012 and have found success with hit songs such as “A Life Where We Work Out” and “Goodbye Kiss.” Their debut album, “Come May,” debuted in the spring of 2015, with their second studio album, “Humble Folks,” releasing in April 2016. “Humble Folks” reached number 17 on the Billboard Americana/Folk albums chart, as well as number 38 on the Top Country Albums chart.

FLATLAND CAVALRY

As if hearing Flatland Cavalry wasn’t enough, the venue, Hurricane Harry’s, is just as much a draw as the band. The go to for concerts, dancing and adult beverages in College Station, Harry’s is 20,000 square feet of entertainment.

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So break out your boots, grab your friends and head on out to Harry’s for some great music. Flatland Cavalry will take the stage at 10 p.m., but be sure to get there early.

by Justin Walker

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ART

Charismatic Colors

By Jaina Aparicio

an Expressive Artistic Experience at The SEAD Gallery One only has to glance at the vibrant and energetic artwork of Jill and Robert “Bob” Pankey to be struck by their ability to render the simple and ordinary as whimsical and powerful. Currently on display until September 15 at the SEAD Gallery and Bookshop is their joint exhibit Charismatic Colors, a series of paintings that highlight not only the wildness found in nature and its inhabitants, but also that which is found within ourselves.

Having worked a number of artistic jobs as well as for commissions, Jill decided to pursue art full time after going back to school to study it, though she maintains that formal study was not what taught her to become a better artist.

Bob, a former biochemistry professor at Texas State University, used art as both a creative outlet and a way to put himself through graduate school, though it was his wife’s success in art that motivated him into pursuing it full time himself.

Jill’s artwork pushes the limits of pattern and color, its subject matter conveying the majesty of the female form in ways that are not often done in the mainstream.

Her paintings add a new depth to how we think of female empowerment and female issues by picking a diversity of subjects and settings that celebrate the

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beauty of aging and excitement of friendship. The vivacity of her choice of color is complemented by the dynamic — sometimes frenzied — movement of her subjects, creating artwork that emphasizes the passion and laughter of life.

Similarly, Robert’s artwork captures an energy of a different kind as he explores the nobility and wonder of wildlife. His use of exaggerated color and brush strokes highlight qualities of nature and color that may normally go unnoticed by the human eye, such as the way the fur of a bear can be so black it looks blue, or how a bobcat’s eyes seem to glitter as it crouches and crawls. His paintings highlight the emotion of his animal subjects and celebrate the power of the wild in its most inconspicuous moments as he brings even the smallest of creatures to life on canvas.

If you would like to experience the adventure their artwork can take you on, we encourage you to explore their exhibit at the SEAD Gallery and Bookshop, located at 216 W. 26thStreet in Historic Downtown Bryan. For more information on this or other upcoming Gallery events, please visit www.seadgallery.com.

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by Azalea Andrade

by Justin Walker

Independent Bookstores in the Brazos Valley

A classic of late-90’s cinema, “You’ve Got Mail” encapsulated the tension between large book retailers and independent shops. A decade later, that whole debate seems like a moot point while all brick and mortar retailers struggle to compete with online prices. BCS has Barnes and Noble and an assortment of campus bookstores, and Half Price Books is an affordable place to trade out textbooks. But there’s just something special about the independent retailers in BCS. In these shops, you might not hear a shrill Meg Ryan reading children’s books in a hennin (the pointy princess hat), but you’ll certainly find an assortment of surprising titles at each of these local landmarks: SEAD Gallery and Bookshop In addition to stunning artwork by local and international artists, the SEAD Gallery and Bookshop hosts a variety of events for cultural exchange. Local authors are hosted in the Author Talk Series, and the SEAD Gallery should also be part of your Downtown Bryan tour on First Fridays. In addition to everything else, the gallery has an impressive and eclectic collection of books for sale. Whether you’re looking for something artistic or historical, a wide variety of new and secondhand books fill several bookshelves. Next door to the Village Cafe on W. 26th Street in Bryan, the SEAD Gallery and Bookshop is open from Tuesday to Saturday.

Ed’s Bookshop Located on South Main Street in Downtown Bryan, Ed’s Bookshop is packed with used and rare books. As you browse the shelves, you’ll find regional history as well as literary titles. The collection includes a lot of books about Texana and the West as well as twentieth-century history. Ed’s Bookshop is open from Wednesday to Saturday.

Crossroads Bookshop A little off the beaten path, Crossroads Bookshop boasts an extensive collection of books and other media in downtown Hearne. With an even more extensive online inventory, Crossroads Bookshop carries first editions, signed copies, and hard-to-find older books. If you’re looking for a rare title or trying to determine the value of a book collection, Crossroads Bookshop is open from Monday to Saturday.

In addition to these independent bookstores, BCS has an assortment of comic book and gaming shops. What’s your favorite bookstore in the area?

by Tyra Harris

The Jimbo Era Begins In recent years, Texas Aggie Football has been mediocre at its best. Though the team held positive win-loss records during the 2012 – 2016 seasons, the Aggies remained stagnant with a consistent yet disappointing 8-5 record for the last three of those years. It was no secret in the NCAA football world that Head Coach Kevin Sumlin’s job was at stake during the 2017 season.

In the days leading up to the season ending LSU game, it is heavily speculated by reputable college sports reporters that regardless of the outcome of said game, Coach Sumlin’s time in Aggieland would be coming to a close. Usher in the Jimbo Era!

Less than a week after firing Sumlin, Texas A&M hired John “Jimbo” Fisher, Jr. as head coach of its football program. Like To prepare for the upcoming make or break season, Sumlin Sumlin, Fisher has a long coaching history stemming from the enlisted what college football insider Shehan Jeyarajah considers late 80s. For eight years, he coached the Florida State Seminoles, one of his best recruitment classes. Listed as the No. 9 recruitment leaving as the highest winning percentage head coach in FSU class by national college rankings, Texas A&M athletic director history. Those wins include a National Championship, four bowl Scott Woodard and Aggie fans all across the country had high game wins and three conference titles. With an impressive hopes for the 2017 season. Unfortunately, the tragic ending to resume like that, it is no wonder Texas A&M pulled out the big the season opener against UCLA served as a precursor for what bucks for Coach Fisher. was to come.

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

Fall Races In BCS

by Josh Shelton

lin was unable to deliver such feats at TAMU, it should be noted that he produced a Heisman award winning quarterback in Johnny Manziel and a number one NFL Draft pick in defensive end Myles Garrett. So make no mistake, Coach Fisher has big shoes to fill.

As if leading the team was not an arduous task by itself, pleasing the 12th Man is even harder. The Aggie fans deserve and expect nothing less than excellence for this upcoming 2018 season.

The Brazos Valley has races of all shapes and sizes this fall.

Whether you want to support a cause, stay active, or train for the BCS Marathon, there’s always a reason to run.

The Jimbo Era officially begins on Thursday, August 30 at 7:30 p.m. CT as the Aggies take on the Northwestern State Demons. #BTHONorthwesternState Fisher has signed a 10 year contract worth $75 million with several opportunities for increased pay—all areas of which he has previously been successful. These opportunities include a division championship, a New Year’s Six bowl appearance, an SEC championship and a National Championship. In total, Fisher could possibly make $8.5 million this year alone.

SEPTEMBER RACES The Three Drinks 5K provides a tour of the Aggieland Micro District on Sept. 10. Participants will receive a custom drinking glass as well as drinks from The New Republic Brewing Co., Perrine Winery, and Rio Brazos Distillery.

The Run for Education 5K is raising money for High School Seniors in Bryan/College Station. The race takes place on Sept. 29, and it’s the sixth annual run hosted by the Hispanic Forum of Bryan/College Station.

The Caprock ER 5K is raising funds for all four local high schools. The race will be held on Sept. 30, and top finishers will compete for a Mac laptop and other prizes, including an Apple Watch. Snow-cones, slides, bounce houses, and a free raffle make race day a family affair.

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OCTOBER RACES The Buffalo Stampede Half Marathon & 5K benefits the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History.

Both races are scheduled for Oct. 13, and overall winners receive buffalo sculpture trophies. Even if you don’t get a sculpture, all runners will earn free admission to the heritage festival Boonville Days.

The Nutrabolt Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 10K raises funds for FIT360 and Mercy Project.

Both races lead to an epic finish inside Kyle Field, and they’re held on Oct. 21. Last year’s swag included a commemorative boot-shaped stein, so participants can expect more than a medal.

The Little Monsters 5K For A Cause will be held Oct. 20. After the 3K walk and 5K run, there will be an Angel Baby Butterfly Release and Brazos Valley NICU Reunion. Participants are encouraged to come in costume, and the proceeds go towards Preemie Prints, a local nonprofit that supports the families of infants born premature or critically ill.

The BCS Superhero Run also encourages costumes.

Register in advance, dress as your favorite hero or villain, and head to Lick Creek Park on Oct 27th. The 1K and 5K raise awareness for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for children) of Brazos Valley.

Personally, my favorite race last fall was the Blackwater Draw 5K, which hasn’t yet been scheduled for 2018. As someone who took the midway beer and still averaged 8:23 per mile, let me confess that I was underprepared for the beer portion of the event. For a more complete list of races in the region, visit bcsruncalendar.com.

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By Destiny Turner Food

Indulge Your Sweet Tooth at Century Square Candies, and cookies, and crepes, oh my! There’s no yellow brick road, but there’s an endless amount of unique sweets adjacent to Texas A&M University in Century Square. This thrilling new destination has what your heart desires and your sweet tooth craves.

Hey Sugar’s old-fashioned candy store gives you a blast from the past with the vintage candies, soda, and ice-cream your parents, grandparents or even great-grandparents might have enjoyed growing up. The vibrant vintage style and turquoise walls allow each customer to step into a true old-fashioned candy store experience.

Hey Sugar’s rainbow of colorful candies in clear containers is a feast for the eyes and exudes an aroma of sweetness that welcomes every customer.

After you’ve enjoyed some tasty retro treats, head over to Sweet Paris Crêperie and Café. Sweet Paris offers guests a fine dining experience with street-styled crepes in a serene French dining atmosphere.

Watch the chef prepare your delicious crepes from an open kitchen as the aroma wafts over you.

If you’re having a hard time deciding which crepe to choose from, this creperie offers a specialty crepe of the month. This August, try the Tres Leches or Honey Balsamic Chicken. Sweet Paris also serves vegan, gluten free, and dairy free crepes upon request. The Crêperie

caters to early birds and evening diners alike from 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. on weeknights and until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. “The Happiest of Hours” runs from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday with beer and wine selections. So, while in “Paris,” enjoy your stay in this modern French café under a dimly lit chandelier and bask in the ambiance.

And if that’s not enough, now you can indulge in warm cookies in the comfort of your own home because Tiff’s Treats cookie delivery service will bring your cookies right to your door. Prepared however you like them, the cookies are baked fresh when you place your order.

Cookie flavors range from gooey Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin, Sugar, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, to many more. The shop also offers other delights—a chocolate fudge brownie and the TiffBlitz, a vanilla ice cream treat, blended with chocolate chips, brownie bites, and topped with frozen sugar cookies. Tiff’s Treats caters for events, providing specially baked cookies, brownies, and ice cream and have mini boxes for weddings, parties or any other special occasion.

(Requires a minimum order of fifteen dozen cookies.) These sweet treats are easily accessible through the Tiff’s Treats app for anyone who has a craving for something delicious.

When heading over to Century Square, pamper your sweet tooth with crepes, candies, cookies and much more!

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by Kendall Ward

The Brazos Valley farmer’s market Over the past couple of years, Aggieland has been growing at an incredible rate. New shops, restaurants, and an ample amount of parking garages. All that development can be a bit overwhelming, and it’s refreshing to get back in touch with our roots.

As the fall semester rolls in, come check out the Brazos Valley Farmers’ Market, located at 500 North Main St. in the heart of downtown Bryan.

Serving the BCS area for generations, they offer a year-round market that meets Saturday mornings from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. as well as two seasonal markets with local products that include gluten-free baked goods, fresh fruits and veggies, and hand-crafted jewelry.

There’s something special about freshly picked flowers, sweet golden honey from our own local bees, or coffee beans roasted right here in Aggieland, and with every one of the 50 vendors, we can rest assured the food will be straight from farm to table. The Market strives to educate the general public on the benefits of eating local produce and connect consumers to local food producers, strengthening the urban-rural community bond. Run solely by volunteers, the Market is not funded by anything other than vendor fees and loads of volunteer hours. Some of the vendors have had a hand in the market since it first started in 1997, making the community bond that much stronger.

The Brazos Valley Farmer’s Market has a delightfully homey feel with a hint of excitement. You’re sure to be greeted with a friendly face. Be prepared to leave with an arm or two full of goodies and a smile from ear to ear. Let’s get back to our roots this fall. Together.

Eating Local

by Azalea Andrade

by Sara Matthews The Bryan/College Station area has never been in short supply of new eateries, especially within the last few months. It seems every time we turn the corner, a new, hip restaurant appears. But since when did anyone complain about more food? Whether you crave some comfort food or a quick bite to eat, this town provides an endless supply of delicious options.

Here’s some help navigating the assortment of choices: Stella Southern Café This restaurant beckons the name of every buttery biscuit lover out there. Opening their doors in July of 2018, Stella Southern Café has made a business out of home-style comfort food. Their freshly made biscuits and signature bonuts (a biscuit-doughnut hole hybrid) will remind you that breakfast is the best meal of the day. Stella Southern Café sits right off Highway 6 South

and provides southern charm from 7 a.m.- 2 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Sundays.

Rx Pizza & Bar First located in Bryan, Rx Pizza & Bar opened a second restaurant in South College Station. With brick-oven pizzas, craft beer, and cocktails, this new location serves as a great addition to the College Station community. They stay open late for any after-happy-hour drink cravings and serve brunch on Sundays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Hey Sugar For everyone with a sweet tooth, listen up! Hey Sugar is a vibrant candy store located at Century Square. Adorable and picturesque, this shop specializes in old fashioned candy, gourmet chocolates, and unconventional ice cream flavors.

Whether you need a quick sugar fix or want to explore this sweet new store, Hey Sugar provides an

abundance of delightful options.

Their store hours are 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Ronin Farm and Restaurant Ronin Restaurant strives to bring their fresh farm produce to your plate. Their food is locally sourced from the Ronin Farm south of Lake Bryan. A unique dining experience, Ronin Restaurant provides a place to sit down with friends and family in historic downtown Bryan. At the newly-renovated Ice House on Main, this restaurant updates their menu weekly based on the available produce from the farm and creates an ambiance of modern farmhouse elegance. The restaurant is still operating on summer hours, dinner 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, brunch 11 a.m. 2 p.m. every Sunday.

The Ex-Optimists at the Grand Stafford Theater School is back, y’all. And that means finding stuff to do across Bryan/College Station. While Kyle Field will be the place to be on Thursday, August 30, all the action will take place in Downtown Bryan the following night.

The Grand Stafford Theater will once again host a great lineup on Friday, August 31, as the Ex-Optimists headline an evening of indie rock music beginning at 7 p.m. Founded in 2008, the College Station-based band puts on a good show with a light-hearted demeanor. While dressing the part of an indie-rock band, the Ex-Optimists express a comical and satirical personality, even going as far to describe their music as “pop songs played

with guitars plugged into amps turned way too loud to get over a drummer who hits them too hard, hollered to be heard.”

drums. The Ex-Optimists will be joined by the Wheel Workers, A Sundae Drive and LUCA, but if the music isn’t enough to get you excited, the venue will. The The band’s music has a very Grand Stafford Theater, located chill yet exciting vibe, one that at 106 Main Street in Bryan, has will definitely lead to some a tradition of entertaining the head bobs but will stop short Bryan/College Station area. The of elevated blood pressure. The building dates back to the early onstage presence is exactly 1910s, and despite suffering a what one would expect of a rock devastating fire in the 1980s, it band: relaxed and comfortable still has the classic, old-school yet passionate about their charm. performance.

Kelly Minnis, who plays the So head on out to Downtown guitar while also supplying the Bryan and the Grand Stafford vocals, has the perfect pipes for for some quality live music and this group. His voice is strong, a bit of history. It’s sure to be a clear and soothing. He is joined great way to start off the new on stage by Katie Keller on semester. bass, Michael Scarborough on guitar and Colin Witucki on

YOGA

Community Outdoor Yoga at Lake Walk in Traditions

by Kendall Ward

Who says New Year’s resolutions have to start in January?

doesn’t matter what skill level you’re at or even if you’ve never tried yoga before. Being outside in the fresh air Why not start a new trend this fall, and explore the might even spark more of an interest to incorporate Community Outdoor Yoga sessions at Lake Walk? Bring moving and breathing techniques into your daily life. a yoga mat, some water, and your friends and family for a fun and restful way to engage your mind, body, and These days, we’re used to waking up early, rushing to soul. work, staying up late, tending to the family and much more. With all this constant pressure, how often do we Every Saturday morning from 8 to 9 a.m., weather take time away from our busy schedules to cultivate permitting, Susannah from Sol Yoga teaches vinyasa calmness? Countless sources tell us that yoga has been style yoga to all ages and skill levels, free of charge. found to strengthen the body as well as soothe the Susannah enjoys sharing her skill in quieting the mind paired with intentional movements of the body and believes vinyasa yoga is a discipline which has the power to bring joy. It’s an easy style to catch onto, so it

mind and spirit. Why not meet some new friends and get in better shape at the same time? If it’s not too far of a stretch, try out the Community Outdoor Yoga sessions at Lake Walk this fall.

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LOCAL

American Brilliant Cut Glass

by Sara Matthews

For lovers of art and all things brilliant, the Forsyth Galleries at Texas A&M University presents an exhibition which features hand-cut glass made in the United States between the late 1870s and the First World War. “That’s Brilliant! American Brilliant Cut Glass” is available for viewing at the gallery until September 5, 2018.

horizon, the lead oxide needed for cut glass was delegated elsewhere, successfully ending the “Brilliant Period” of American cut glass.

The pieces in this exhibit shimmer with intricate details from the age when America dominated the art form, highlighting work from leading American brilliant glass makers, including With all its delicate intricacy, cutting glass requires a high skill C. Dorflinger & Sons, Pairpoint Glass Company, J. Hoare level. This decorative technique is created by hand carving the & Company. Also featured are pieces from T.G. Hawkes & glass using a rotating wheel. The artists use varying sizes and Company, whose advances in craftsmanship forever changed materials for their wheels, leading each piece to be unique. the reputation of American cut glass by winning the 1889 Paris Exposition Grand Prize.

American cut glass did not truly gain its own personality until about the 1830s. As the craft made its way to America from The American Brilliant Cut Glass exhibit is free for the public to Europe, the industry started slowly. But by 1876, the era of enjoy on the second floor of the Memorial Student Center at American Brilliant Cut Glass had begun, lasting until World Texas A&M University until September 5. The gallery is closed War I. During this period, because of its intricacy and difficulty, on Mondays and on University holidays, but open Tuesdaycut glass was only available to the affluent, and thus became Friday 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday Noon-6 p.m. a symbol of sophistication and luxury. As war loomed on the

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22 Poke ingredient, often 23 “Saved by the Bell” character Jessie 24 Acid-base indicator 26 Formal attire 29 Actor Rob, or either candidate named Ron who competed in a 2018 Kansas congressional primary 32 “___ of Laura Mars” 35 Coif 39 George Gershwin’s brother 40 Amorphous amount (and an “Arrested Development” character) 41 Light bulb measure, formally?

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12 Small songbird 13 It comes twice after “Que” in a song 21 Herd comment 25 “I want catnip” 27 “Careless Whisper” group (yeah, that’s the sax solo playing in your mind right now) 28 D.C. diamond denizens 30 Cartman, to his mom 31 Truffle fries topper 32 Victorian expletive 33 Hashtag acronym popularized by a Drake song 34 Casual “industry,” formally?

36 50-Across “Cousin” 37 Comedian/actress Butcher of “Take My Wife” 38 Inspiron computer maker 41 Harry Potter accessory 45 Stopped suddenly, as an engine 47 He held over 1,000 patents 49 Be shy 51 Overrun (with) 52 First Lady of the ‘50s 53 Castigate 55 “Criminal” singer Apple 56 “There’s no ___ sight!”

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