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meet the team PUBLISHER/EDITOR IN CHIEF Chris Shepperd BUSINESS MANAGER Leisha Shepperd MANAGING EDITOR Chris Zebo CREATIVE DIRECTOR Brittany Hicks ASST. CREATIVE DIRECTOR Bekah Skinner LAYOUT/DESIGN Sally Franckowiak PHOTOGRAPHY Catherine Neil SALES MANAGER Caleb Holt WRITERS

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14 - Some of the freshest fish in town gets wrapped, seared, or just plain sliced and laid over rice at 40 Tempura..

Listen 6 - Charlie Worsham

releases his debut. Read a review of his new album and more in this week’s new music reviews.

Look 27 - Brandon gives a rundown of this week’s top 20 box office films.

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Brazos valley Fair & Expo By Chandler Hodo The Brazos Valley Fair and Exposition is coming once again with an outrageous amount of fun events to see and participated in. The 4-day affair commences on September 5 and continues thru September 8, 2013 at 5827 Leonard Road in Bryan, Texas. The Brazos Valley Fair and Expo is a non-profit organization that ignited in 2010 when Barron Hobbs, Jim Mazurkiewicz, Duane Peters, and Jim McCord got together and dreamed up a unique event to serve multiple purposes. The predominate purpose of the event was to encourage and maintain agricultural education, science, and research in the community while being charitable with revenue. The profit generated is donated directly back to the worlds of agriculture and education, as it funds related capital additions and improvements and even scholarships. The event organizers launched the inaugural fair in 2012 and hosted a whopping 16,000 attendees. Because of last year’s immense success, two new scholarship funds were created to award deserving students. There are countless events offered at the Fair and Expo this year, including a CPRA/UPRA rodeo and Ranch Rodeo, concerts, numerous competitions, and various types of entertainment with a few attentiongrabbing headliners each day of the event series. Visit brazosvalleyfair. com for more information on all BVF events and to purchase tickets. We’ve highlighted a few things not to miss. Thursday The fair starts off with a bang when Texas country singer Cory Morrow performs on Thursday night! Born and raised in Houston, Morrow later attended Texas Tech University in Lubbock before moving to Austin to pursue his music career. Some of his most popular songs include “Nashville Blues”, “Lead Me On”, and “21 Days”. Cory Morrow will take the stage at 9pm, so put on your boots and head on over to the Bud Light Stage. Friday The Fair and Expo will have a 4-day long, full-sized Talley Amusements Carnival across a monstrous 5.2 acres. You can purchase tickets online at the Brazos Valley Fair and Expo website. There will be rides for all ages, multiple food stands, numerous game booths, cotton candy, and other fair and carnival traditions for your enjoyment. pg 4 | maroonweekly.com | 09.04.13

Saturday The Food Challenge Contest will kick off on Saturday morning bright and early at 9am. This is an event for the kids to participate in, and it’s modeled after various Food Network shows, such as Iron Chef. There are two different age divisions; the junior division is for ages 8 thru 13 and the senior division is for ages 13 and up. Teams made up of 3-5 members will be given the task of creating a dish with a given number of ingredients. They’ll be responsible for bringing their own supplies, which are listed on the Brazos Valley Fair and Expo website. Spectators are allowed and welcome! So, even if you don’t have a family member or friend participating in the competition, head on over to the east end of the exhibit hall to watch everything unfold! Sunday The Ranch Rodeo rolls into town on Sunday, September 8tbringing with it a throwback to the old west with its nitty-gritty, rough and tough roots. This type of rodeo is steadily gaining popularity, with events including sorting, branding, and cow milking. The Ranch Rodeo at the Brazos Valley Fair and Expo is a Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo qualifier and the first 30 teams to send in their entries will be included in the competition.

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Charlie Worsham Album: “Rubberband”

Release Date: August 16, 2013

Rating: Sounds Like: Eric Church Dierks Bentley Vince Gill

Recommended Tracks Could It Be Young To See How I Learned To Play

Born on the banks of the muddy Mississippi, Charlie Worsham moved a few blocks north and is currently making a name for himself in Music City. Hardly new to Nashville, Worsham played country music’s most prestigious stage—The Grand Ole Opry—at the spritely age of 12. Shortly thereafter, he hit the road with Taylor Swift when he was barely old enough to drive. Did we mention he also won the Junior National Banjo competition? Anyway, the guy has talent.

Track Listing: Could It Be Want Me Too Young To See Trouble Is Rubberband How I Learned To Play Tools Of The Trade Mississippi In July You Can’t Break What’s Broken Someone Like Me Love Don’t Die Easy

He’s been tearing up the charts with his first radio single, “Could It Be”, the opening release off his debut album, Rubberband. Blending bluegrass soul with honky-tonk hoedown is not the approach taken by most country musicians today. Yet Worsham has taken the road less-traveled and with a huge payoff. You don’t see many newcomers bring in big names like Vince Gill on a debut album—which he does on “Tools of the Trade”—unless they have the pipes to back it up. Each track on the record has a unique feel, depicting vibes that span Memphis-style blues to the “upbeat, press-repeat” songs currently dominating country music. His style is unique, it’s catchy, and the radio loves it. His vocal range is impressive to say the least, and if he’s good enough to play alongside the big shots—Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, Dierks Bentley, etc—then he’s good enough for us.

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Franz Ferdinand

“Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action”

Release Date: Aug. 26, 2013

If this were Vegas, we’d put money on the chance that you can remember at least one time when you jammed Take Me Out, the signature hit from the award-winning Scottish band known famously as Franz Ferdinand. The indie group from Glasgow has returned to release their fourth studio album, their first in as many years. Claimed by critics to be the album that should have come after their debut self-titled release, the recent release shows off a more focused Ferdinand than displayed by their second and third releases beleaguered by half-thought experimentation (What was that? Disco?). Unless you buy the deluxe edition that features a suite of live renditions, the regular release will give listeners ten songs that you’ll loop on repeat until you wear out the disc (we recommend getting it on iTunes—but then again, who buys CDs anymore anyway). Recommended Tracks: Bullet, Love Illumination

Jars of Clay

“Inland”

Release Date: Aug. 27, 2013 This album will bring you down a few notches, perfect when you just need to let life go. For the past decade, Jars of Clay has been a staple in the ever-evolving genre of contemporary Christian music. Always changing, always growing, JOC has paralleled the genre’s shifts, going from upbeat dance-style worship to the current lighter, more acoustic, reflective sounds now defining the elusive genre. Produced as the sequel to their 2010 release, Shelter, this album shows a side of JOC that is honing closer and closer on their “voice” in the world of uplifting Christian alternative—something they began to illustrate in their previous release. However, there’s a twist that most JOC faithfuls wouldn’t expect: grunge? It’s true. The album was produced by Tucker Martine, the Grammy-nominated producer who has done a lot of work with R.E.M. and My Morning Jacket. It adds a new flavor to the jar, and we dig it. Recommended Tracks: After the Fight, Human Race

Avenged Sevenfold

“Hail to the King”

Release Date: Aug. 23, 2013 Always projecting ear-piercing riffs and a vocal assault, Avenged Sevenfold climbs back up the charts with the release of their sixth studio album. A band hammered with perpetual turmoil since their beginnings in ‘99, A7X has always managed to rise from the ashes at pivotal moments. In 2003, after a massive rise in popularity, the group’s front-man, M. Shadows, underwent a risky throat surgery. Fans and band members alike thought that Shadows had lost his trademarked glass-shattering scream, which gave A7X an edge on the radio. To the contrary, the rumors were proven wrong and the band came back in full force...until the loss of their drummer in 2009. After much debate over disbanding, they hit the studio once again to prove the media wrong. This record, epic in every way, contains their high-energy attack fused with Led Zeppelin style blues-rock. Eleven tracks, plus a bonus, “St. James”, which honors their fallen member. Recommended Tracks: Acid Rain, Shepherd of Fire 09.04.13 | maroonweekly.com | pg 7

- By Luke Murray -

Exclusive Interview: Scientist Hatched in a lab in 2011, the doctors of pop electronica will take the Stafford stage September 5 with their first-ever SCI GLOW DANCE PARTY. There will be glow sticks (of course), and concert-goers are encouraged to wear neon and glow-in-the-dark body paint (we think black lights will most likely saturate the entire theater). We sat down with Scientist to discuss their roots, their current projects, and their trademark style.

the crowd and get our nerds to play something, sing something, hold something--you never know really. MW: Saying that you guys are fan oriented is an understatement. Explain the idea for giving out nerd glasses at your shows.

SCIENTIST: We sell Scientist pocket protectors and nerd glasses at every show, and we usually give a few out during the set as well. It’s MW: Where did you guys come up with the “scientist” concept for all an attempt to make the world a little more nerdy. We play a lot your band? of college shows, and the glasses do increase your IQ by at least 15 points, so that helps too. SCIENTIST: Deep down, we’re the nerdiest people we know, and we love it. We wanted to find a way to incorporate the pop rock we like, MW: You have an ongoing project called “The Experiment.”This is with the Gameboy and electronic sounds we grew up hearing on road basically a cover swap with other bands. Elaborate more on what trips and while staying up playing video games. Also, scientists take it’s is about, how it started, and have you’ve received any particularly what we think we know and change people’s views on it. We think interesting renditions of your songs from other bands? something is one way, and scientists say it is or it can be another way. We try to do that with our music, our fan interaction, and especially SCIENTIST: The Experiment is a feature we do on the website where our live shows. Oh, and we’re also doctors. we encourage anyone and everyone to video themselves covering a song from World EP. In return, we search their discography or YouTube MW: Explain your style and where you draw influence from. channel and we video SCI covering one of their songs. This is probably our favorite thing to be a part of. We encourage people to change up SCIENTIST: I can remember growing up and, like every kid, wanting to be the songs as much as they want. It’s super cool to hear the different a skateboarder, or a stunt man, or anything that involved really pushing versions and there are so many creative people out there. We’ve myself to do something amazing. And we realized that’s so amazing gotten some really good ones, some funny ones, and even one that’s because those people put out everything they have, all their ability and all cats. Yes, all cats. Definitely check it out! energy into what they’re doing. We wanted to bring that work ethic to music and especially our live show. If we’re not in danger during and MW: Have you guys been in “The Lab” working on anything new lately? exhausted after our show, then it wasn’t entertaining enough. SCIENTIST: We’re always in the lab. We live in the lab. I’m in the mobile MW: What can concertgoers expect from your live show? lab right now, actually. We have some very cool surprises coming up that we have been giddy as school girls about for a while now. One of SCIENTIST: Danger. Dancing. Gameboys. Those are the main things our favorite things coming up may or may not rhyme with “bemix”, but anyway. If there’s one thing we want people to know about, it’s that I am not at liberty to say who or when, yet. Follow us @scientistmusic our live shows are our absolute favorite thing. I’ve never had more fun on Twitter and like us on Facebook.com/ScientistMusic and you’ll in my life. It’s very high energy, and we always, always, always involve know very soon. pg 8 | maroonweekly.com | 09.04.13

- By Topher Hawkes Two role-playing games (RPGs) introduced major milestones when they were originally released for Super Nintendo in the 90s. Fortunately, Secret of Mana and Chrono Trigger were so revered by fans that they were revamped and recently released again on other platforms. Secret of Mana (originally released for the Super Nintendo System) For the most part, when you played an RPG (then, and many times still now) it was a solitary trip; the player was forced to play alone. Secret of Mana changed all that. For the first time, you and your friend could play through a story-driven video game. What’s even better is the second or third player could pop in or out at any time after characters officially join the party. While this was a huge moment in the industry and a forerunner of multiple-player games, the game is actually really fun to play. It’s easy to devote hours to Secret of Mana, especially when you have a few friends playing together. The gameplay is of the hack-n-slash variety (think Legend of Zelda); you see it, you slash it, you move on to slash more stuff. Players use a ring system to manage inventory, weapons and magic. Accessing these menus might pause the action, but the game works relatively well. Players or characters can level up their own weapon or type of magic without annoying others, too. Secret of Mana is available for $8.99 from the Apple App Store (without the multiplayer functionality) and on Nintendo’s Virtual Console (with multiplayer) for 800 points. Chrono Trigger (originally released on the Super Nintendo System) This game, released in 1995, follows Chrono as he embarks on a quest through time to meet a variety of characters and, eventually, to save the world. On his journey, he meets a cave girl, a knight transformed into a frog by an evil magician, and even a robot from the future. The gameplay is turn-based and players can see enemies on the screen and choose to fight or flee at will. What sets Chrono Trigger apart from other RPGs is the ability to perform combination moves with the three characters in the party. To illustrate, Frog (the transformed knight) and Crono can perform a move called “x-slash” where both characters slash an enemy while leaving a large red X in their wake. Attacks can include all three party members and can range from physical attacks to massive magic spells. Part of the fun is putting different characters in the party and watching what they can do together. The graphics, while 16-bit, aptly capture the personalities of the characters. Also, the music is top notch, and the songs will get stuck in your head (and there are places to buy the soundtrack online if you can’t get enough). Chrono Trigger is available for $9.99 from the Apple App Store and on Nintendo’s Virtual Console for 800 points. Note: Chrono Cross, the sequel to Chrono Trigger, was originally released in 1999 for the PlayStation and is also available for the PlayStation Network for $9.99. The game is not nearly as good as its predecessor, but worth a few playthroughs.

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- By Dani Wilkens Treme - Stories and Recipes from the Heart of New Orleans by Lolis Eric Elie If it were possible to create a fictional fusion of delectable New Orleans cuisine and the beautifully eccentric people that occupy NOLA, this book would be it. Similar to the way proper gumbo is assembled, Treme is a decadent work of recipes and stories centered around fictional chef Janette Desautel. In Elie’s book, trained chef Janette Desautel has a culinary resume that many modern-day chefs would long for: a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, time cooking in France, she worked for both Susan Spicer and Anne Kearny--the list goes on. As tragedy strikes, Desautel loses her restaurant in the wake of Katrina and relocates to New York City where she works for some of the Big Apple’s greats. Desautel’s career climb up the culinary ladder sets the tone for the recipe collection included in the book. Her tales of working in various kitchens allows the reader a behind-the-scenes view and a personal perspective on the chef’s life. Each chapter also includes a piece on some vital characteristic of New Orleans cuisine, which enhances the credibility and delectability of the book’s recipes. If your heart and soul to misses NOLA, this book may just take you there imaginatively.

100 Things Texas A&M Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die - by Rusty Burson 100 Things is a 296-page Aggie football bible that details 50 men, unforgettable Kyle Field moments, and games on the road in anecdotal style. Not to mention the list of 100 things every Aggie fan should do before they take their “Last Corps Trip.” First on the to do list, “wear a bow tie in honor of Dr. R. Bowen Loftin.” But the list is complimented by a comprehensive roster of notable players, coaches, memories, things to do in College Station, and so much more. The time and attention paid to each individual ranking is apparent.

The West WIthout Water: What Past Floods, Droughts, and Other Climatic Clues Tell Us About Tomorromow - by B. Lynn Ingram The West without Water relates the climate of the American West over twenty millennia. It also charts the history of how past droughts and downpours play an important role in predicting future climate information. Merging research with a variety of sources from various scholars and historical evidence, the book’s authors show that the past may have created a way for humans to buffer themselves from nature’s whimsy by use of artificial environments and man-made landscapes. However, modern civilization may not be as resourceful but ill prepared for the future climate changes that are expected to affect the west.

The Telling Room: A Tale of Love, Revenge, and the World’s Greatest Piece of Cheese - by Michael Paterniti In a small village dug into a hillside on the edge of town sits a cramped limestone chamber affectionately referred to as “the telling room.” It’s really nothing more than a place to sit, share stories, and drink generous amounts of wine. When Michael Paterniti relocates his young family to the tiny village, he realizes it’s way more than he ever asked for. Instead of enjoying handmade wines and good company, he’s sucked into an unfolding mystery: a blood feud, betrayal, death threats and a murder plot. Equal parts mystery, memoir, travel and history, The Telling Room fascinates you with each turn of the page. pg 10 | maroonweekly.com | 09.04.13

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Katie Lea

The “sweet” future of biolfuel Climbing gas prices is a problem we all share in common. In light of rising fuel costs, reliable public transportation and green fuel initiatives have become topics of ever greater concern, spawning even more research into alternative energy sources such as electric cars, solar energy, and wind power. We all remember the first successful biofuel introduced as a partial solution to the petroleum crisis: corn ethanol, a fuel produced from feed corn through fermentation, processing, and distillation. The new fuel slightly eased the burden placed on our wallets by rising oil prices, but droughts in recent years have driven corn prices beyond affordable thresholds. One of the biggest problems with corn ethanol is that the main ingredient--corn--is a major food source for domesticated meat animals. Consequently, higher corn prices means more expensive food, too. Because of the fickle reliability of corn, it’s proven to be an unstable alternative fuel supplement, forcing researchers to scour the earth for more reliable plant-based fuel alternatives. Because scientists haven’t procured the best results, they’re creating their own modified plants in labs in hopes of creating biofuel superplants. Texas A&M’s Dr. Jorge da Silva has been working on a new type of ethanol using modified sugarcane. Sugarcane is a more ideal biofuel source than its counterparts because unlike corn or switchgrass, sugarcane can be crossed with other species to create new plant varieties with favorable traits. The genetically enhanced plants, called wide-hybrids, may be a new form of super-vegetation capable of growing in less than favorable conditions. The cane has another striking advantage in that unlike corn and regular sugarcane, its demand would only lie in biofuel production and would not compromise food prices in any way or be affected by competing markets. Da Silva has been working hard to make the new fuel a reality, but he’s also performing the work that evolution accomplished over thousands of years in just a few short years. Despite the challenge, he’s making great progress, and by using mircopropagation (having plants reproduce by tissue culture opposed to nature’s slow-mo growth), he’s avoided perpetuating any diseases parent plants may carry. He expects to have varieties ready for use in biofuel production in a couple of years, which could make gas prices much, much sweeter.

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Armitage Gone! Dance October 10, 2013

New York Neo-Futurists November 21, 2013

Te Amo, Argentina January 21, 2014

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- By Amanda L. Reynolds -

40 Tempura 2551-D Texas Ave. S. 979.703.4034

Monday - Saturday 11 AM - 3 PM and 5 PM - 10 PM Sunday Closed

Price - $$$ Cuisine - Sushi, Japanese fusion Parking - Private Lot Patio - Yes Atmosphere - Casual/Upscale Noise Level - Average

$ ($5 - 10) ramen noodle budget $$ ($10-15) part-time job $$$ ($15-20) hard-earned cash $$$$ (Over $20) mommy and daddy are in town

40 Tempura Tucked away in a somewhat desolate shopping plaza off of Southwest Parkway and Texas Avenue, 40 Tempura sources some of the freshest sushi, and their extensive menu, coupled with an attention to detail, has made the restaurant a staple for local sushivores. The cozy, quaint, dining room is minimalist with only a few pieces of art embellishing the walls, but the black table cloths (and their decent wine list) make the ambiance fancy enough to take a date. In general, 40 Tempura is casual (many people were in jeans and t-shirts when we dined). We were told they generally have a full crowd, especially on weekend evenings, and they gladly accept (and encourage) reservations. When we went, every table in the place was packed, and after dinner was over, we realized why. Let’s get right to the food, since 40 Tempura has over two pages of sushi options to choose from. To start, the Korean roll is exactly what you would think a Texan’s twist on sushi would be. Filled with ribeye steak, avocado, and jalapeno, the robust roll is a great “training roll” for those wanting to venture into the sushi world for the first time. Everything inside it is cooked and the complimentary ingredients are paired well. But for hardcore sushi lovers, the Korean roll might be too hearty and, well, not at all fishy. 40 Tempura has their fish flown in throughout the week and boasts some of highest quality, in-season fish in the region. The night we went, one of the nightly specials was live sea urchin. For sushi purists, live urchin is a rare delicacy in BCS. The sushi chefs were also offering a special roll of the evening based upon what was fresh and in-house. The night we dined, red snapper, a seasonal fish, was the “catch of the day.” The snapper sat glistening atop an inside out roll composed of shrimp and avocado. The snapper was sliced raw and laid thin across the top of the roll with the skin seared to give it a crisp contrast to the fish’s smooth white consistency. It was light and mild, and together with the rice, it felt like eating a cloud puff that immediately melts in your mouth.

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We think sushi rolls should be a balanced combination of ingredients melding together into one harmonious bite. One perfect example at 40 Tempura is the Texan roll (ironically, the Texan roll doesn’t have any beef inside it). It’s composed of shrimp tempura (tempura is a cold water, wheat flour batter that fries light and crispy), crab meat, cream cheese, jalapeños, and avocado. The entire roll is then dipped and fried in tempura batter, which makes the ingredients melt together inside. The warm, sliced morsels were complex and savory, with hints of peppers and crab shining through. The sushi chefs love to create off-the-menu rolls. Some of customer’s regular requests have even made it onto 40 Tempura’s permanent menu. The chefs are big fans of regular customers, and if you dine frequently enough with them, they’ll have a set of custom chopsticks created for you with your name engraved on them. (How’s cool is that?) The chopsticks are so chic it makes us want to visit every week so we can get a pair. 40 Tempura also stays true to its namesake. They offer tempura appetizers as well as fried desserts. We sampled their vegetable tempura (served as an appetizer or a side), artistically arranged on the plate like modern art. If you love fried veggies, then try them— but they’re nothing out of the ordinary. However, what shouldn’t be missed is their fried green tea ice cream. They take a heaping scoop of green tea ice cream, wrap it in a thin layer of pound cake, and then fry it. As the ice cream begins to melt, it’s absorbed by the pound cake. It’s absolutely delicious and a fine finale to a fantastic meal at 40 Tempura.

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Cheap Eats Easy to Make and Easy on Your Green - By Chandler Hodo -

Unwrapped: A Look Inside Fuego, Freebirds, & Chipotle The nationwide burrito/taco craze is off the charts, and the College Station scene is no exception. New restaurants are constantly reinvigorating the Mexican streetcart staples to stay in the game. There are a few local franchises that are amongst the leading competitors, though. They all have similarities; they’re fast, fresh, and foodie-friendly. They’re also fairly cheap, with the price per order on average under $8. Fuego, Freebirds, and Chipotle all have a commitment to using only the best ingredients, but there are some things, subtle things, that differ between them; so we’ve gone and unwrapped each place for you (and boy are we stuffed!). Chipotle With more than 1,400 locations across the United States, Canada, and the UK, Chipotle is rapidly growing while sticking to their trademarked slogan, “Food with Integrity.” The concept basically means that they are committed to finding the most superior ingredients raised with respect for the environment, animals, and farmers. Even cooler is the fact that they use only local produce, meaning that the assortment of food inside your burrito has come from a farm less than 350 miles away from the restaurant in which you are sitting. At Chipotle, you create your own masterpiece of a burrito as you choose the ingredients you like while someone tucks them into a tortilla before your eyes. Freebirds World Burrito Freebirds, arguably Chipotle’s biggest competitor, also uses only freshly prepared ingredients, including 100% real sour cream, hand-cut peppers, and homemade guacamole and salsas. In addition, they also use hormone-free, grass-fed beef, as well as free-range chicken. Their tortilla chips are served fresh with very little salt and they’re made from all-natural yellow corn. While Freebirds’ founding location was in California, founder Mark Orfalea wanted to expand, and he set his sights on, wait for it...College Station. In fact, Freebirds’ headquarters was actually right here in Aggieland for a number of years. At Freebirds, you can choose from burritos, salads, quesadillas, or even their Monster Burrito, which, as you can imagine, has an appearance very fitting for its name. You create your own dish and pick your ingredients while Freebirds’ staff prepares your meal right in front of you. Fuego Tortilla Grill The College Station native differs a little from Freebirds and Chipotle in its setup. You order your tacos, take a seat, and they are delivered to you piping hot by a food runner. But before you sit down, you can grab a plate and help yourself to the salsa bar. More than just salsas, Fuego’s salsa bar has “fixins,” too, such as pickled cucumbers, shredded lettuce, sour cream, and chives. You can also grab a bottle of one of their many bottled salsas on display. Fuego also only uses grass-fed beef and farm-raised chicken with fresh vegetables, homemade sauces, and of course, their famous made-fromscratch, soft tortillas. For the past few years, Fuego has become a tremendous part of the College Station restaurant scene and is especially popular on late weekend nights, since they’re open 24/7.

Chicken fingers are a staple of the Aggie diet, and Layne’s is not only a favorite fry house but an Aggie institution. With two locations (one directly across campus), Layne’s is cheap, fast, and friendly. Dine in or take out - 106 Walton Drive, College Station – 979-976-7633 - 1301 Wellborn Road, College Station – 979-696-6933 - $

Naked Fish

The newly-remodeled sushi restaurant specializes in, well, naked fish. Their portions are generous, from signature rolls such as the Aggie Roll to a wide selection of cooked entrees. Fans of sashimi, order the salmon. Dine in or take out - 1808 Texas Ave, College Station – 979-485-8888 - $-$$

Cenare Italian Restaurant

Family-owned and operated, this Italian restaurant is College Station’s version of Downtown Bryan’s Caffe Capri (and that’s because they’re owned by the same family). Classic dishes such as pollo Parmigiana and veal picatta are favorites, while their pasta dishes are just the right size and very reasonably priced. Good luck getting a table during parents’ weekend or graduation weekend. Dine in - 404 University Drive East, College Station – 979- 696-7311 - $-$$

The Village Café

The Village Cafe is adamant about making sure your food is locally sourced from farms, vendors, and even breweries. Most menu items— from sandwiches, wraps, eggs, milk to chicken and wines—are sourced within the Texas border. Equally parts Texas pride and food conscious, the Village serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and localroasted coffee drinks. Dine in or take out - 210 West 26th Street, Bryan – 979-703-8514 - $-$$

Antonio’s

A great place to grab a slice of pizza before, during, or after the Northgate bar crawl. Antonio’s dough is the closest thing to a NY-style pie in the region, with a thin, crispy crust, tangy sauce, and a balanced blend of cheeses. They also offer some intriguing topping combinations, with many pizzaby-the-slice concoctions on display tempting your taste buds. Dine in, take out, and delivery - 104 College Main, College Station – 979-260-3535 - $

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Thursday, September 5th Brazos Valley Fair and Expo A Texas-size fair with concerts, rodeos, livestock shows, attractions and exhibits. Enjoy live music on the daily stage with a main concert each night on the Bud Light Stage. (Four days of live music.) Watch the always fun pig races or the newest attraction, K-9′s in Flight. There will also be mutton bustin’ every day of the fair in the Farm Fun Kids Barn, plus stick horse races, a hay maze, quilt show, and so much more! It’s the end of summer, so go have fun at the fair! 5827 Leonard Road Bryan Sept. 5-8, 2013 $10

Karaoke at Schotzi’s Alcohol plus karaoke always makes for good time. Sing your heart out or watch others belt out their favorites in and out of key. 205 University Dr. College Station, Sept. 5, 2013 9:30 PM FREE Singer/Songwriter Night at Village Café Singer/Songwriter night offers aspiring musicians a chance to show off their talent. Come out each week to listen to some original music while enjoying your favorite Texas wine or beer. 210 W. 26th St, Bryan Sept. 5, 2013 8:00 PM FREE Phil Pritchett at The Tap There’s no better start to a music career than an 8th grade performance of “Love Me Do” by

the Beatles. Pritchett is known for thoughtful songs, artistic albums, and a consistent tour schedule of his Texas rock ‘n’roll. 815 Harvey Rd. College Station, Sept. 5, 2013 9:00 PM The Rocketboys at Grand Stafford Theater The Octopus Project has earned a reputation as a band that creates exceptional performances that fuse performance art with music. Performing next to Octopus are Scientist and Atarimatt. Scientist has Texas roots with a sound inspired by The Killers and Passion Pit. Atarimatt is a local, solo musician who makes songs by reprogramming multiple sounds from old Ataris. 106 S Main St, Bryan Sept. 5, 2013 9:00 PM $12

Saturday, September 7th

Salsa Saturdays at Village Café Voted Best Night of Dancing 2011 & 2012, Salsa Saturdays starts with a fun “30-Minute Crash Course Salsa Lesson” at 10pm followed by a hot night of dancing. Come prepared to Gary Kyle at Church St. BBQ sweat and to meet new people at this Aggie Gary’s father, a country/bluegrass performer, hot spot! Visit www.mambosentertainment. died when Gary was just a year old, and at com/salsasaturdays.html for more details. 13, his older brother died of Lukemia after 210 W. 26th St, Bryan August 31, 2013 8:00 being diagnosed just a few months before. PM $5 These tragic events, along with his father’s old guitar, were the muse for his debut song, Blue Bear at Grand Stafford Theater “Livin”. 100 Church St. College Station, Sept. Grand Stafford Theater is bringing folk music 5, 2013 10:30 PM to College Station with a September 7th concert from Blue Bear, Friendly Savages, Penny and Sparrow and Sisi Berry; doors open at 8pm and all ages are welcome. 106 S Main Stoney LaRue at Hurricane Harry’s St, Bryan Sept. 7, 2013 9:00 PM $8 Harry’s is welcoming red dirt country singer Stoney LaRue to College Station for a boot- Johnny Cooper at Church St. BBQ scootin’good time with guest, Brandon Cooper gets his inspiration from Stevie Jenkins. The concert is 18+. 313 College Ave. Wonder and Queen. He’ll be playing his College Station, Sept 6, 2013 $12 unique and captivating blend of soul, blues, rock and pop at Church Street Mike Ryan at Church St. BBQ BBQ on September 7 at 10pm. 100 You could be “Dancin’ Until Dawn”, like Church St. College Station, Sept. 7, one of Mike Ryan’s most popular songs, 2013 10 PM at Church Street BBQ when he performs September 6. But don’t come tired; the Joey McGee at Village Café concert doesn’t start until 11pm. 100 Whether you’re in the mood to hear soulful Church St. College Station, Sept. 6, 2013 ballads or upbeat folk, Joey McGee will 11 PM serenade you while you feast on a delicious

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lunch at The Village Cafe. 210 W. 26th St, Bryan Sept. 7, 2013 12:00 PM

Pub Quiz at O’bannon’s Test your knowledge and don’t worry about being graded. Instead, sit back with a pint or a cocktail and either play or be a spectator. 103 Boyett Dr. College Station, Sept. 8, 2013 9:00 PM FREE

to do but Facebooking, channel surfing, or Netflixing. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What if you could spend a Monday night with a drink in your hand and “study” at the same time without feeling like you’re partying or doing your homework? Well, you can do just that. Every Monday night, Revolution Cafe hosts Trivia Night from 9pm till just before midnight–ending just in time to sleep 8 hours before class on Tuesday. 211B S Main St, Bryan Sept. 9, 2013 9:00 PM

Sin Party Sundays at The Corner Bar Start your week off right with Sin Party Sundays at The Corner Bar and Grill. Head up to the rooftop for a dance party featuring DJ C-Nell. 401 University Dr. College Station, Sept. 8, 2013 10:00 PM FREE

Open Mic Night at Schotzi’s Show off your talent at Schotzi’s open mic night. It’s your chance to be the star of the show or just simply watch from the audience. 205 University Dr. College Station, Sept. 9, 2013 9:30 PM FREE

Mic Check at Revolution Speak your mind or listen to those who do it for you at Mic Check Poetry! Hosted by Revolution Cafe, it’s every Sunday at 8:30pm and free. Break out of your mold and channel your inner artist; whether you cite your own free-form poetry or listen to others recite theirs, you’ll go home inspired.211B S. Main St. Bryan, Sept. 8, 2013 8:30 PM

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Sunday, September 8th

Monday, September 9th Dr. Jemison at Rudder Theatre The remarkable Dr. Jemison will share her inspiring story as she takes us on an exciting and diverse voyage which mirrors her life as a student, scientist, physician, astronaut, and entrepreneur. Her story will encompass a journey from Africa to Outer Space – focusing on exploration of the frontiers of science and Trivia Night at Revolution human potential. The event will be in Rudder Monday nights are pretty boring; it’s too early Auditorium on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 in the week to party and too early in the week from 9:30 – 11:00am. 401 Joe Routt Blvd. to study. So, you’re kind of left with nothing College Station, Sept. 10, 2013 9:30 AM FREE

Craft Cocktails at Grand Stafford Theater Mixing beings at 4:30pm each Tuesday and continues throughout the evening. Cocktails are expertly crafted by resident mixologist Cody Schilling. His handmade mixers, fresh ingredients, and premium liquors make falling off your bar stool delicious. 106 S Main St, Bryan Sept. 3, 2013 8:00 PM $8 Texas Country Tuesday at Ozona Drink and menu specials and live entertainment provided by 98.3 KORA. Who knows–you might even dance! 520 Harvey Road , College Station Sept. 10, 2013 7:00 PM

Breakaway at Texas A&M Non-denominational Breakaway Ministries’ events have already set a record for attendance, and Tuesday’s assembly of worship, inspiration and entertainment will surely set yet another one. For more details check Breakaway Ministries Facebook @ http:// www.facebook.com/breakawayministries Sept. 10, 2013 9:00 PM FREE

Wednesday, September 11th Salsa Wednesdays at Village Café Salsa Wednesdays at the Village Cafe offer an hour and a half professional dance lesson(8pm) followed by a night of dancing from 9:30-12am. A great night to learn new moves or to just let loose on the dance floor! Visit http://www.mambosentertainment. com/grouplessons.html for more details. 210 W. 26th St, Bryan Sept. 11, 2013 8:00 PM $5

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first friday in downtown bryan

Forget TGIF; this Friday it’s TGIFF (Thank Goodness it’s First Friday)! Every first Friday in Downtown Bryan, the community floods the streets of Historic Downtown Bryan to celebrate local arts, to wine and dine, and to hear music both on the streets and inside venues throughout town. This Friday, plan to have dinner in one of the local restaurants, to see a concert in the newly renovated Grand Stafford Theater, or to have a beer in the Village’s alleyway while enjoying live music. All shops and restaurants in Downtown Bryan will be open and trying to lure you in with their wares.

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WHAT: FIRST FRIDAY WHERE: DOWNTOWN BRYAN WHEN: FRIDAY, SEPT. 5TH

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With so much to see and so much to do, your feet may need a rest. For a small fee ($20 for 4 people), a horsedrawn carriage will take you on a tour of downtown. You’ll get to hear about the town’s colorful history from a local as you peacefully roll through the streets. And for the more family-oriented experience (or for those who are kids at heart), stop by Sale Park after sundown where you can usually watch an animated feature outside in the grass, away from the hustle and bustle. One staple of First Fridays is music. There will be live music playing on almost every street corner to soundtrack your evening’s escapades. Music will be playing at several venues across Downtown Bryan, so before you commit to just one band, have some ice cream and walk around for a bit. You may be surprised where the evening takes you. There are a few slightly unconventional venues for live music: Burr’s Unfinished Furniture Store and the Daniel Stark Injury Lawyers office may surprise you. If you like music with your dinner, or dinner with your music, LaSalle Cafe also provides live entertainment, and Cafe Capri has a performance outside, while you’re waiting in line for a coveted table. But if you’re looking for the night’s “grandest” performance, head over to the aforementioned Grand Stafford Theater. The venue makes a point to bring in big talent.

It’s Wednesday afternoon--”hump day”--and it seems like there's live electricity coursing throughout town. As the week nears its end, the big game is looming and you're thinking about your lucky spot to catch Johnny and the boys out-of-stadium. Maybe it was that place where you watched A&M beat the everliving, ever-loving, h-e-double hockey sticks out of Alabama. Or maybe you're thinking of that place once a week where you and your gang get together to shoot some bull. But those places--Dixie Chicken, Fox and Hound, Sully’s, Wild Wings—are overflowing with people and you won't get a place to sit, let alone stand, come kickoff. Well, fortunately there are some other joints around town that don't have people sitting on each other's shoulders to see the game on a screen. We've assembled a short-list of some other places to watch Johnny and boys BTHO everybody. For character, check out Harvey Washbangers. Really, where else can you catch a game, have a craft beer, and make sure your TAMU jersey is washed? At this laundromat/bar/ restaurant, guests rave about Washbangers burgers (especially the homemade sourdough buns) and their awesome beer selection. Even cooler than the premise of this place is the specialty brewers they bring in, such as Buffalo Bayou Breweries and 1836, their flagship ale.

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For camaraderie and a fan atmosphere, check out Skyy Bar at Schotzi’s. More of a great spot for undergrads and the younger crowd, Skyy Bar provides exactly what you would need for a great gameday experience outside of Kyle. (You can see the football mecca from the roof, too.) Cheap beer, a slew of televisions, and just enough sun to get a tan make it feel like a tailgate 2.0. If you’re looking for the outdoor gameday experience (but with service), this place is it. Plus, if you’ve been parked there long enough, often times on Saturday nights there’s all kinds of great concerts. Come for the game, stay for a show when Northgate fills up. Murphy’s Law on North Main in Downtown Bryan is the perfect place to escape the crowd—and traffic-jammed College Station altogether! You take one step in the door and realize there is no cooler place to watch a game. The staff is welcoming (they haven't had to deal with rowdies and tourists in Aggieland all day) and Long Islands are only $5. The dark walls are accented with brightly lit TVs, and there’s plenty of seating both at the bar and at well-placed tables. You can grab a bite to eat at the Brauhaus restaurant adjoining the bar (chicken tender baskets are only $5) or order straight from the bar while sipping a cherry vodka sour.

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Two-Step Tuesdays @ Social Lounge - By Dani Wilkins Dance hall: noun: a public establishment that, for an admission fee, provides its patrons with music and space for dancing, and, sometimes, dancing partners and refreshments. By definition, Social Lounge on Tuesday nights is a dance hall. However, by College Station’s standards, it’s anything but (the place is much, much smaller than Harry’s). But maybe that’s what draws you in; the unconventional attitude of one of your favorite nightclubs that turns into a boot scootin’ dance hall on Tuesdays. Advertised as the “littlest dance hall in Texas,” Social gives you plenty of reasons to throw on your starched up Wranglers and boots. With $2 sunnybrooks, wells, frozen margs, and Bellini’s all night, they’re truly setting the scene for a party even your grandpappy would scoot to.

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Roadtrips and Getaways Within a Day’s Drive A Day [Trip] in the Past: Love Shack Burgers, Dr. Pepper, and the Coyote Drive-In - By Cheyenne Mueller Any Texas native knows that it takes longer to get across the state than it takes to go from Atlanta to the Big Apple (which is 13 hours, if you’re curious). But for this trip, there’s no need to wake up before the sun, so sleep in. At around 11am, head over to College Station’s very own Hullabaloo Diner. Featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, the cable-car-turned-restaurant has earned its notoriety. Their signature dishes are their Philly cheesesteaks and their biscuits with gravy, served with sausage made in-house. All desserts but their cheesecake are made in the restaurant, and for those with an animal-friendly appetite, Hullabaloo offers a homemade veggie burger. With a breakfast menu available from open to close, everyone walks away a happy camper. Once on I-35 north, allow your meal to settle as the wind blows through your hair and Elvis plays through your speakers. In about an hour and 30ish minutes, you’ll arrive in Waco around 2pm. Stop and visit the Dr. Pepper museum. Satisfy your vintage pop fix at a classic soda fountain attached to the museum. The word on the street is that the Dr. Pepper floats are a must-have, served by a 50s-themed soda jerk. Remember when Dr. Pepper was only 5 cents? Yeah, didn’t think so. But at the gift shop, you can browse through memorabilia from a different era and pine over the days (before you were born, mind you) when things were priced reasonably. Allow yourself to step back in time and to learn the history of the unofficial state beverage. You’ll fall in love with it even more. Heading north on 35 from the museum at around 3:30, in an hour and a half you’ll enter Ft. Worth’s city limits. Head to the Stockyards, to an outside retro, patio-restaurant by Chef Tim Love cleverly called Love Shack Burgers. The restaurant serves everything from gourmet hot dogs to deep-fried portobello burgers. But their signature meal is their Dirty Love Burger. It’s got everything…and then some. Ever tried fried quail egg? You will if you try the Dirty Love.

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Once your bellies are full of burgers and quail eggs, it’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away to your final entertainment destination for the day. Coyote Drive-In is just a short ten-minute drive from the Stockyards, and their gates open at 6pm. Just in time; go early to get a good spot and watch the sun set across the Ft. Worth skyline. You can purchase tickets online or at the gate (on busy weekends, they may take online purchases only). With food trucks and live music playing before the features start, you’ll find that a night at the Drive-In is much different than it was 60 years ago. Matthew Hunter, a freshman at Texas A&M, spoke about his experiences at Coyote and said, “It felt very safe there, among all things. The concessions were not overly priced and the outside speakers helped for when you walked around so you never missed a part of the movie!”

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Studies show that not only is light beer more common among today’s barely legal drinkers but wine has taken a drastic upward turn in popularity. Are we just getting classier? (The jury is out after Miley.) However, if you’re trying to get the lowdown on adult grape juice, Hello Vino is a great app. The little gem has the ability to make pairing recommendations among other helpful tricks. Say you’re trying to prepare a snazzy dinner party; check the app to see the best wine to go with your salmon or roasted chicken. You can also snap a picture of the label from any bottle to get ratings and pairings. A good tool to use before you buy, because you can’t take it back if it sucks--and we know good wine gets pricy. – FREE Tastemade

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Are you one of those Instagrammers constantly blowing up your followerss feeds with your latest culinary concoction? Now there’s an app made specifically for you or anyone else who considers themselves a foodie. Tastermade, basically a food-porn app, gives users the ability to document and share their dining experiences. You can search posts and see ones that were logged close to your location, making it easy for you to stop and give something a taste. Think of it as combining Instagram, Vine, and Four Square into a food-crazy app for people who live their lives by the fork. However you slice it, boil it, bake it, or sauté it, this app will stir up anyone’s appetite. Best of all, it won’t cost you a dime. – FREE Couch-to-5K If we’re going to talk so much about food, we better talk some about fitness. There is never a wrong time to start taking your health seriously, and the earlier, the better. Couch-to-5k is arguably the best running-based fitness app in the app store. It takes anyone, even people who gravitate toward the couch—hence the name—and builds a custom plan to help gets users acclimated to endurance running. The biggest danger to anyone who is physically active is preventable injury. One of the most common cases is people who try to do too much, too fast. Couch-to-5k coaches users by using scientifically developed methods to increase running endurance gradually. Log your workouts, calculate your pace and distance with built in GPS tracking (manual entry for treadmill users), and monitor your progress. - $1.99

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Getaway

THRILLER (PG-13)

Closed Circut THRILLER (R)

Closed Circuit is meant to be a powerful, damning indictment of western power, but... you’ll forget you saw it by next year. It starts with a surveillance view of a London plaza right before it blows up. The accused mastermind is partially prosecuted in a closed court, so he has two different lawyers representing him, one for the public trial and one for the private one. So Eric Bana is brought in for the open trial, which is a bit of a sticky situation because he’s not supposed to have any contact with the closed-court lawyer, the amazing Rebecca Hall. But they’ve had an affair. And now they seem to be under surveillance themselves. If it sounds complicated, don’t worry. Every other line in the first act is exposition to let us know what’s going on with the wacky British legal system. It’s like one of those episodes of The Good Wife where they go into a special court with unfamiliar rules, only this one has powdered wigs. Closed Circuit has such an excellent cast that Bana is the weakest link. Like every British film of a certain budget, you can fill the boring parts by playing “Spot the Harry Potter (or Game of Thrones) Actor.” In fact, the best thing about the movie is its Britishness. It’s a leaky thriller, but it’s just so comically polite. At the climax, three main characters are running for their lives on the streets; and remember, they’re under surveillance. They decide they’d be safe at court, so they agree to make their 10am appointment the next morning. But too bad Wikileaks has already made Closed Circuit seem quaint. Jim Broadbent has this great, obvious final speech about how people will gnash their teeth and then move on, and he’s right. But that’s far more creatively told in the final shot: as our hero walks off into the moral gray, the Ferris wheel on the Thames is foreshortened into a line; the London Eye has a metaphorical blind spot.

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The other surveillance thriller of the week is Getaway, which combines all the pleasures of backseat driving with the total commitment of Selena Gomez to her one acting emotion. Combine that with the incomprehensible, repetitive car chases, in which Ethan Hawke’s souped-up Mustang invariably causes every car in Sofia to crash into something, and Getaway is almost literally unwatchable. It’s not that awful to sit through, but looking back, the offenses pile up: the exploitative CBS-procedurals to Hawke’s kidnapped wife; the way Hawke keeps repeating, “What are you doing?” and Gomez keeps repeating, “I hate you”; the idiotic plot cheats. But it saves its worst offense for last; as Hawke and his wife walk away from the mayhem, there’s a Christmas song playing us into the credits. Dear Getaway, I’ve seen Die Hard, I grew up with Die Hard, and you, sir, are no Die Hard.

Special Feature: 2013 TEEN MOVIES

Now that Spring Breakers has brought the teen bacchanalia to its apotheosis, the teen movie genre is having a moment. July brought us The Bling Ring, more a rumination on America’s obsession with celebrity but one with a rare sensitivity for real youth relationships. Then came The Way Way Back, which is only part teen movie, about a shy boy comes out of his shell at a beach house with his mom and her boyfriend for the summer. Finally, the twin temptations of sex and alcohol are embodied in The To Do List, in which Aubrey Plaza tries to lose her virginity before college and The Spectacular Now, in which Miles Teller’s coming-of-age turns into an intervention. When I remember the movie summer of 2013, I won’t think of the blockbusters. I’ll think of the moments, like Shailene Woodley’s first kiss or Aubrey Plaza’s first—well, you know, the moments where the movies really showed they understood growing up.

1. One Direction: This is Us Like Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, and Katy Perry before them, One Direction finally gets the documentary treatment. It’s not just a concert but a peak behind the curtain. Definitely for fans only. PG (92 min.)

2. The Butler

Forest Whitaker serves as White House butler for eight different presidents (Robin Williams, John Cusack, James Marsden, the list goes on) while his son explores the rise of the Black Panthers. PG-13 (132 min.)

3. We’re the Millers

A road trip comedy about a bunch of outcasts playing an all-American family (Jason Sudeikis as dealer dad, Jennifer Aniston as stripper mom) to sneak into Mexico and retrieve a marijuana package for a quick buck. R (110 min.)

4. Planes

Disney goes Pixar with a Cars-style take on a world of sentient planes. Dane Cook as a cropduster dreams of competing in a race around the world.. Brad Garret, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and John Cleese co-star. PG (91 min.)

5. Instructions not Included An Acapulco playboy is forced to reorient his life when his daughter is left on his doorstep. Then he has to do it all over again when the birth mother shows up in this Spanishlanguage hit. PG-13 (115 min.)

6. Elysium

Grungy class-war sci-fi in which Matt Damon character has five days left to live while the off-planet Paradise of Elysium has free health care for all. Jodie Foster stars as Damon’s nemesis. R (109 min.)

7. The Mortal Instruments Lily Collins discovers she can see demons and teams up with other warriors to protect Earth from their darkness. Based on the young adult

fantasy bestsellers. Also starring Lena Headey and CCH Pounder. PG-13 (130 min.)

8. The World’s End

The follow-up to Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz casts Simon Pegg as a world-class screw-up who reunites his high school buddies to complete their hometown’s pub crawl where they discover a freaky secret. R (109 min.)

9. Getaway

Ethan Hawke gets the Taken treatment—his wife is kidnapped and he’s forced to do certain tasks to see her again. But when he meets Selena Gomez portraying a gearhead, he takes matters into his own hands. PG-13 (90 min.)

10. Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters

Percy Jackson and his friends must hunt down the Golden Fleece to defeat the rising tide of monsters and restore their sanctuary in this freewheeling Greek mythology/coming-ofage mash-up. PG (106 min.)

11. Blue Jasmine

Cate Blanchett’s real housewife of New York has to move in with her working class adoptive sister Sally Hawkins when her Wall Street ex gets caught by the feds as Woody Allen tours San Francisco. PG-13 (98 min.)

12. You’re Next

An upper-crust New England anniversary party is cut short by three masked killers. People start dropping like flies as the horror gives way to dark satire until the middle son’s girlfriend fights back. R (94 min.

13. Despicable Me 2

The heroic Anti-Villain League hires Steve Carell as a grumbling supervillain turned adoptive father to help fight a new supervillain. Featuring the voices of Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt, and Russell Brand. PG (98 min.)

14. 2 Guns

In the wake of a botched bank

robbery, Denzel Washington and Mark Wahlberg play undercover feds on the run from a drug cartel and their respective agencies in this explosive actioner. R (109 min.)

15. Closed Circuit

Eric Bana and Rebecca Hall get a little too close as lawyers working on a secret British terrorism case. Weirder still, they seem to be under surveillance. Also starring Jim Broadbent and Ciaran Hinds. R (96 min.)

16. The Grandmaster

A dazzling biopic in which Tony Leung plays the martial artist who trained Bruce Lee as he endures changing fortunes, rivalry, and war at the end of China’s last dynasty. Directed by auteur Wong Kar Wai. PG-13 (130 min.)

17. The Smurfs 2

Gargamel (Hank Azaria) has kidnapped Smurfette (Katy Perry) to enact his evil scheme to transform his Naughties into Smurfs, so the funny blue heroes must team up to stop him. PG (105 min.)

18. Kick-Ass 2

The antics of Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s vigilante Kick-Ass have inspired a wave of citizens looking to fight crime, but his arch-enemy McLovin’ plots revenge on his loved ones, including Hit Girl. R (103 min.)

19. The Wolverine

After the de-powering events of X-Men 3: The Last Stand, Wolverine retreats to Japan for some meditative soul-searching, but he quickly gets embroiled in a classic samurai tale featuring Mariko and Silver Samurai. PG-13 (126 min.)

20. Monsters University In the sequel to the early Pixar hit, Mike (Billy Crystal) and Sulley(John Goodman) flashback to their college years, where they started off shaky and grew to appreciate each other. Steve Buscemi and Helen Mirren costar. G (104 min.)

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movies in the park

By Cheyenne Mueller Guess what? Maroon Weekly and the City of College Station are taking you to the movies.

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The CCS in conjunction with Maroon Weekly is offering free movies at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater to the general public Friday, September 6, Friday, October 25, and Friday, December 6. And since they fall on Fridays, there won’t be any conflict between you and your beloved college football games! All the movies are familyfriendly and all ages are welcome.

WHAT: FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK WHERE: WOLF PEN CREEK AMPHITHEATER WHEN: FRIDAY, SEPT. 5TH

September 6, we’ll be showing The Blind Side. Yes, it’s a football movie. Of course it is—it’s football season! The Blind Side is based on the true story of Michael Oher, a homeless boy with a troubled past who became an All-American football player and first-round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family. The flick features Quinton Aron as Oher in his first blockbuster hit, with supporting-actors Sandra Bullock as his adoptive-mother, Leigh Anne Tuohy. This film will have you in tears, as it relates intimately how dedication and love can turn strangers into a family. With Halloween less than a week away, the screening for October 25 will show everyone’s childhood favorite, The Goonies. Relive the magic of finding buried treasure with Mikey, Brand, Chunk, Mouth, Data, Andy and Stef as their journey leads them to more than they could’ve ever bargained for. Lastly, December 6 will show The Santa Clause. Tim Allen finds himself in the middle of an unfortunate accident with Kris Kringle. As a result, he gains weight (especially a jolly jiggly belly) and his hair becomes curiously white as snow. An oldie but a goodie, the holiday favorite will surely get you into the holiday spirit. Okay, now here’s the logistical stuff: Gates open at 7:30pm, with movies starting at 8:30pm. There will be concessions available, but coolers and containers are permitted into the Amphitheater, just as long as they don’t exceed 48 quarts. Absolutely no alcohol will be allowed. There will be blanket-only seating areas designated for each movie, but chairs are welcome! However, chairs may not occupy any of the blanket-only seating. Service animals are permitted, but no pets are allowed. Smoking will not be allowed in the main seating area, but there will be a total of three smoking areas designated throughout. Come watch a movie and still have time to make it to Kyle Field for Midnight Yell.

Yankee Doodle Dandy @ George Bush Presidential Library FORSYTH GALLERIES

- By Cheyenne Mueller -

Art for All People: American Illustrators at Texas A&M August 2-October 13, 2013 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm FREE George Woodall and the Art of English Cameo Glass August 2-December 15, 2013 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm FREE Runyon Cameo Examples and paperweights Permanent Exhibit Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

STARK GALLERIES

A black and white film from 1942, Yankee Doodle Dandy relates the life of renowned musical composer, playwright, actor, dancer, and singer George M. Cohan, portrayed by James Cagney. Directed by Michael Curtiz, Cagney’s performance as Cohan sets a different tone than his other films during the 30s in which he portrayed gangster characters. In a New York Times review, the late critic Bosley Crowther spoke warmly about the film. “Indeed, there is so much in this picture and so many persons that deserve their need of praise,” he regaled, “that every one connected with it can stick a feather in his hat and take our word—it’s dandy!” On September 5, The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum and the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation are presenting the film free of charge. There will be free popcorn and refreshments made available in the lobby during the hour before the movie begins. Yankee Doodle Dandy will be shown in the Hagler Auditorium of the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center, and there will be an introduction from a speaker before the film. Parking is free, and please register free online at bushlibrary. eventbrite.com to let them know you’ll be attending. The film is open to the public.

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Edgar Degas: The Private Impressionist Works on Paper by the Artist & His Circle August 29- December 15, 2013 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm FREE

GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM access/ABILITY July 15, 2013-September 30,2013 Mon-Sat 9:30am-5 pm Cost: Adults- $9.00 Seniors-$7.00 TAMU & Blinn Students- Free Other college students with ID- $3.00 Youth (6-17)- $3.00 Children (5 and under)- Free

SEAD GALLERY

Becky Phillips Sublime Encounters: Science and Art Collide Tuesday-Saturday 10AM-6PM

“Tee Off” - songs that lost #1 by Matt Jones

Open Everyday 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. 1808 Texas Ave. College Station, TX 77840 979.485.8888

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1 “___ me a river!” 4 “Back to the Future” nickname 7 Pillager 13 “Welcome to Hawaii” gift 14 Folkie Guthrie 16 Become a success 17 Elvis song about a whirlpoolloving grizzly? 19 Ace a test 20 Attaches 21 2008 Mariah Carey song in dire need of painkillers? 23 Part of a bridal outfit 24 “Barbarella” actor Milo 25 “One ___ Beyond” 26 Threesome per inning? 27 Portland-to-Las Vegas dir. 28 “Don’t touch my squeaky toy!” 30 Pretty much out of fuel, according to the gas gauge 31 “Kazaam” star, familiarly 33 Close election aftermaths 35 Cyndi Lauper song that’s full of regret? 38 Handlebar, e.g. 41 Per unit 44 Interloper on a blanket 45 Female in a forest 46 Board head: abbr. 48 Gypsy, more correctly 50 Actor Luke of “Kung Fu” 52 Boxer Ali 54 Not for here 55 With 59-across, Taylor Swift song about medicine leaking during a jam session? 57 1993 Texas standoff city 58 Dictation taker, for short 59 See 55-across 61 National park in Alaska 62 “High” places for pirates 63 Paris’s ___ de la Cite 64 “Be right with you!” 65 “The Chronic” Dr. 66 “Happy Days” setting

1 Do a hatchet job on 2 Gets flushed 3 Language “bubkes” comes from 4 Bit of Vaseline 5 Discontinued black-and-white cookie cereal 6 Contract provision 7 Main section of Venice 8 “Aren’t you ___ of sunshine today” 9 Night spots for tots 10 Unit of a huge explosion 11 Clearly visible 12 Enters a password again 15 Conductor’s group: abbr. 18 Armani competitor, initially 22 “The Philosophy of Right” philosopher 27 Cheerleading unit 29 “Air Music” composer Ned 32 “But is it ___?” 33 Fish eggs 34 Network named for a nation 36 Environmental 37 Tawdry 38 Gets by with less 39 Left on the plate 40 Compound in disposable coffee cups 42 European country whose capital is Zagreb 43 “Sooooooooey!” e.g. 46 Was overly sweet 47 Airport shed 49 Michael, Mandy and Roger 51 Actress Best and writer Ferber 53 Belief systems 54 “Light” opening 56 The R in LARP 60 Draw upon �2013 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@ jonesincrosswords.com)

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Drink Slinger

GET TO KNOW YOUR FAVORITE BCS BARTENDERS

SLINGER OF THE WEEK

Hailey The Backyard MW: If you were a drink, what would you be? H: The Ruby Red Fresca on The Backyard’s menu. MW: What is the craziest thing you’ve seen while working behind this bar? H: A girl was standing on top of a table, lost her balance, and grabbed the hanging light fixture and almost broke it. Also saw a shot glass thrown across the room that hit and broke a glass frame on the wall. MW: What is your signature drink? H: Deep Eddy Ruby Red Vodka with soda water and lemon. MW: How often do people ask you for it? H: People are starting to ask for it now. MW: If you could serve one person, a celebrity, sports star, etc., who would it be and what do you think they would drink? H: Danny McBride. He would most likely be drinking a beer, like Pearl or Schlitz. MW: What is the worst mixing combination, in your opinion? H: “I need 12 shots...all separate.” “I want the strongest but cheapest shot.” MW: What is the most disgusting drink people ask you for? H: Leatherneck (151 and Tobasco).

Join the Texas RenFest Team! The 2013 Job Faire will take place on September 14 & 15. 9:00 AM - Sharp @ Main Gate Entry TRF Gate: 21778 FM 1774 Todd Mission, Texas 77363 Dress to be outside. Bring your Resume, ID, TBAC card (if you have one), and any other information you would need for any type of job.

Jobs Include: Hawkers Sales of Food and Merchandise Food Prep Games and Rides

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