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2013 Housing Guide

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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

Topher Hawkes Katie Lea Luke Murray Brandon Nowalk Amanda L. Reynolds

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Listen Taste Play Calendar Housing Look Etc.

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Upcoming:

Baird’s “Dreams and Gasoline” achieved top ten status recently and was featured on the hit TV show Nashville. He performs at Grand Stafford Theater on October 17.

INTERNS Kathleen Callison Claire Hand Chandler Hodo Olivia Montagna Cheyenne Mueller Catherine Neil Kaitlin Vickers Dani Wilkins DISTRIBUTION Chris Frank

Maroon Weekly is an independent, publication and is not affiliated with Texas A&M University. Maroon Weekly receives no student fees or university funding.

Taste

10 - New restaurant, Country Boy Grill, has down-home flavors and charm.

Listen 6 - Nichols reminds us

why Nashville is the home of country music. Read the review of his latest release.

Look 27 - Brandon gives

a rundown of this week’s top 20 box office films.

Opinions are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the editor, publisher or the newspaper staff. Maroon Weekly is not liable for omissions, misprints or typographical errors. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express consent of the publisher. Maroon Weekly 707 Texas #207D College Station, TX 77840 ph: 979.574.3200 | @maroonweekly © Copyright 2013 Campus Press LP

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Mike Stud at Schotzi’s By Dani Wilkins

Tommy John surgery is one of those things in baseball you don’t ever want to talk about. When the ulnar collateral ligament in the elbow is stretched, frayed, torn, and overused from throwing baseballs, the risk of injury is high for the ligament to snap. It’s a curse that lands players on the bench anywhere from 16-20 months and seems to hit at a crucial point in a ball player’s career. That means no baseball; but for Mike “Stud”, that was the birth of his other career. A two-time All-American and the record holder of the lowest ERA in Duke baseball history after a single freshman season doesn’t hold as much weight after being benched the same year due to an injury. But with that kind of time off the mound, Mike Seander Jr. took matters into his own hands and started playing in a different game. Just as quickly as his ball career had taken off, Mike’s hip-hop talents began to emerge. A single, “laughable” (according to Stud) video, made as a joke, was the beginning of his career. Now, Mike Stud has over 18 million YouTube hits on his songs, a freshmen album rated #3 and #2 on the worldwide and US Hip-Hop charts, and a sold-out 20 city nationwide tour. While his earlier works showcase his youth in the industry, his most recent release, Relief, proves that Stud is making strides to be a legitimate artist. His music started as typical, collegedrunken party tunes, but recent remixes and tracks showcase more meaningful and innovative progression. Stud takes the stage at Schotzi’s on October 19. For ticket information, visit mikestudcollegestation-eorg.eventbrite.com.

the scoop What: Mike Stud where: Schotzi’s when: Saturday, Oct. 19

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Rob Baird at Grand Stafford By Luke Murray Discovering your identity and finding your place in the world are tasks everyone encounters as they grow older. For an artist, these tasks are challenging to a different degree. As you try to build a career around your passion, you hope and pray an audience connects with you on some level—because your life and identity are being portrayed through your work. In a sink-or-swim industry, how does an aspiring musician find the faith it takes to pursue such a career? Ask Rob Baird, a Memphis native who left Tennessee to attend Texas Christian University in Fort Worth. After graduating from TCU, Baird stayed in Texas and found a new home in Austin where he pursued a music career. In March of 2011, Baird teamed up with members of Hayes Carll’s band to work on his current album. By working around both his own and Carll’s touring schedules, Baird reached a result that embodied his identity as an artist. In May of last year, he released I Swear It’s the Truth. The album’s title does not come from a song off the album. Instead, it’s from the feel of the album, Baird says. “I feel like this is a pretty strong collection of songs representing where I am now and what I’m trying to do, whether it’s for better or worse.” His current single off the record, “Dreams and Gasoline”, has reached top ten status, along with being featured on the hit TV show Nashville. The track’s music video has also been getting some airtime on CMT. Baird performs at Grand Stafford Theater on October 17. For ticket information, visit grandstaffordtheater. com.

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By Luke Murray

Joe Nichols Album: Crickets

Release Date: October 8, 2013

Rating: Sounds Like: George Strait Josh Turner Brooks and Dunn

Recommended Tracks

We have to say that Joe Nichols is one of the most underrated performers in country music. In the midst of a fog of hickhop songs about trucks and rednecks in suburbia, Nichols reminds us why Nashville is the home of genuine country music. He doesn’t get the hype of your Aldeans or the typical dirt road diva, but he does get how to make music that’s worth your dime. Once in a neon moon do you find an album that’s rounded enough to gear you up for Friday night and also bring you back down by the middle of the set. Putting 16 tracks on a non-deluxe album is unheard of in the industry; but when you’re producing for the passion rather than the paycheck, it makes a lot more sense.

Better than Beautiful Old School Country Song Crickets

Track Listing:

Just Let Me Fall in Love with You Hard to be Cool Baby You’re in Love with Me Yeah Billy Graham’s Bible Better than Beautiful Gotta Love it Sunny and 75 Y’ant To Hee Haw Love Has a Way Smile on Mine Open Up a Can Old School Country Song Footlights Crickets

Crickets, Nichols’ eighth studio release, showcases his ability to sing the phonebook and make it radio worthy. The album’s current charting single, “Sunny and 75”, was the most successful radio debut of his career, setting a label-wide record for station plays in the first week. From “Sunny” to the record’s title track, we’re given a mix of Music City’s finest and Memphis-style blues that’s far from auto-tuned. Nichols took two years since his last release to drop this record, but this one might just throw down the gauntlet as the best of his career.

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Weird to Live, Panic! At The Disco “Too Too Rare to Die!”

Release Date: Oct. 4, 2013 After going double platinum on their debut, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, in 2005, Panic! tanked hard with the release of their sophomore album. Critics bashed the group with little mercy, saying they strayed from the iconic sound that sent their career soaring after takeoff. Now, four albums and a few member changes later, the group has reignited their Sins-Not-Tragedies style of over-the-top, theatrical drama-pop. The album throws down heavy beats and synthesized riffs coupled with distorted, rangespanning vocals. After the self-inflicted identity crisis, we’re glad to hear 10 tracks that take us on a rollercoaster of anguish and hysteria, sounds we associate with the Panic! of old. Recommended Tracks: Miss Jackson, Girl that You Love

Cassadee Pope

“Frame By Frame”

Release Date: Oct. 8, 2013 With one of the most anticipated album releases since the vocal talent shows became a weeknight staple, Cassadee Pope—winner of NBC’s The Voice—is already flooding the radio dials with the single off of her studio debut. Climbing the iTunes charts with every click of the download button, Pope is no stranger to digital success. Her recordings from the show already charted high on iTunes—including a cover of her vocal coach Blake Shelton that ended up being the only thing worthy of derailing “Gangnam Style” off the number one spot. With 11 tracks on the record, Pope flaunts incredible vocal strength and thoughtful lyrics—reminding us of Kelly Clarkson. The Palm Beach native has already been touring nationwide with this record as she’s made her way from the flat screen to radio. Recommended Tracks: Proved You Wrong, Easier to Lie

Stone Temple Pilots

“High Rise EP”

Release Date: Oct 8, 2013 Being an EP, this album only gives us five tracks to review. We have mixed feelings; we’re die-hard fans of classic Stone Temple Pilots. The issue we have here is the vocalist change: Chester Bennington is not Scott Weiland. We know Weiland is no longer the STP front-man after his well-publicized issues with substance abuse, we get that. Yet, we can’t listen to Chester behind the mic without hearing essences of Linkin Park. Don’t get us wrong, we love LP; but the two bands aren’t similar enough to make the fusion seamless. All of that said, the album sounds good with trademark STP fret and drum work in the background. It’s just hard to accept it as a Stone Temple Pilots’ release. Recommended Tracks: Black Heart, Out of Time maroonweekly.com • October 16, 2013 • MAROON WEEKLY • p 7

Shinyribs at The Tap By Cheyenne Mueller

No stranger to the mic, Kevin “Shinyribs” Russell is best known as the frontman for the Austin group, The Gourds. Formed in 1994, The Gourds have become a favorite of the Americana/hippie jam music scene over the last 20 years. Russell began performing solo shows under the pseudonym “Shinyribs” in 2006 – a name given to him in exchange for a BBQ dinner. Russell has honed Shinyribs into an innovative roots music experience after grooming his sound and persona while playing regularly within the Austin music circuit the past two years. Stylistically, he pulls from a spectrum of American music: country, gospel, and funk, with a peppering of poetry in the middle of it all. Shinyribs is not afraid to shake his ass, either; many attend shows just for the dancing. After building a fanbase with a debut record, 2010’s Well After Awhile, a sophomore effort is due out this spring. Shinyribs is coming to College Station on October 17th. He’ll be performing at the Tap at 9pm.

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Country Boy Grill 201 South Main, Bryan, 979.703.6520

Monday - Friday 11 AM - 9 PM Saturday 8 AM - 10 PM Sunday 8 AM - 3 PM Price - $$ Cuisine - Southern, Homestyle Parking - Public Street Patio - No Atmosphere - Rustic Noise Level: Low to Average Signature Dishes - Fried Mac and Cheese Balls, Chicken Fried Steak

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

Homestyle Cuisine at your Fingertips Country Boy Grill Brings Down-Home Flavor to Downtown By Amanda L. Reynolds Within the past year, Downtown Bryan has become a hotbed for new openings. Retail stores, restaurants—heck, even a bakery and chocolate shop are there now. Located on the south end, Country Boy Grill is the newest restaurant addition to the local scene. One look at the menu and Country Boy Grill immediately has the feel of a small town diner. Old-fashioned blue-plate specials (a main course with sides and a drink for a low price) are offered every day during lunch. They also offer five different options for lunch, which are smaller versions of their regular menu items but also include a drink for only eight dollars. We sampled their chicken fried steak lunch portion, and while we didn’t think it was small (it covered half the plate), we learned that the dinner portion was even more massive. The batter on the chicken fried steak was thin and crisp, everything a good CFS batter should be. The only downside was that the meat was thin, too. Even though the batter wasn’t heavy or thick, it overpowered the meat. Now, if you’re a batter-kind-ofperson, you won’t mind at all; but if you’re a meat-and-potatoes-kind-

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of-person, you might end up being disappointed. Speaking of potatoes, the mashed potatoes were made from scratch with chunks of potatoes mingling throughout. Covered in your choice of brown or white gravy, it’s the perfect side. The broccoli cheese casserole is a throwback to the days of grandma’s cooking. They might have been made with Velveeta and cream of mushroom soup, but they were still dang good. The hamburger listing is quite prevalent on the menu, and for good reason. Their handmade patties, indicated by an imperfect circle, were well seasoned and juicy; not greasy, but juicy. The jalapeno cheese bun upgrade option provides the perfect amount of sweet and heat to compliment the burger (it’s quickly becoming our favorite bread for burgers). The underdog item on the menu was the turkey sandwich. Turkey always seems like the plain and boring choice. However, at Country Boy, thick-sliced turkey is thrown

on the flattop so that it’s nice and warm with a little bit of char on it. Topped with traditional lettuce, tomato, and pickles on toasted white bread, it makes for a hearty lunch without feeling too heavy. It’s definitely a sandwich we wouldn’t hesitate to order again. The runner-up for underdog (or it could also be the best fried item at the state fair) is the fried macaroni and cheese balls. Small macaroni noodles and a creamy, peppery cheese are formed into a ball that’s battered, deep fried, and crispy on the outside but gooey on the inside. We know it sounds crazy but just trust us and order these. Country Boy is open for lunch and dinner on weekdays, and they also serve breakfast on the weekends. There’s nothing overly fancy about Country Boy Grill with its beige interior, hints of country flair, and a simple one-page menu. But every time we’ve visited, the service was five stars and the food came out in an extremely timely manner, which makes it a perfect lunch spot if you work close to downtown.

Taz Indian Cuisine If you have never tasted Indian food, stop everything you’re doing and run down to Taz Indian Cuisine. With a wide selection of menu items and an outstanding lunch buffet, Taz is a must for any spicy food enthusiast. The blended curries in entrees such as the Chicken Tikka Masala and Butter Chicken are complex and savory. All portions are filling and come with the lightest, freshest naan(bread). Dine in or take out • 2416 Texas Ave S College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 696-6560 • $$

Rosa’s Tortilla Factory Rosa’s continues to turn out outstanding traditional Mexican cuisine just like they turn out their light and fresh tortillas. Be sure not to miss out on their weekly taco trio special every Tuesday consisting of not one, not two, but three tacos accompanied by rice, beans and a side of their freshly, in-house prepared tortillas. Dine in, take out, or drive through • 710 University Dr E College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 691-8501 • $-$$

Spice up your fall Cheap Eats Easy to Make and Easy on Your Green

By Chandler Hodo There’s nothing quite like crisp fall weather to get your taste buds aching for cinnamon spice and warm comfort foods. We have two recipes that’ll get your taste buds acclimated to the season. 4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan, and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.

Cenare Italian Restaurant For over three decades now, Cenare has been a versatile, traditional Italian restaurant, perfect for large gatherings or romantic evenings. With an extensive menu featuring multiple variations of chicken, seafood, veal, and pasta dishes, hardly anyone will be able to leave with an empty stomach. But should you finish your meal and still find a little room to spare, Cenare’s desserts--tiramisu, triple chocolate silk cake, chocolate dipped cannoli, and cheesecake--will sate your sweet tooth. Dine in • 404 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 696-7311 • $$-$$$

Downtown Uncorked Downtown Uncorked offers those looking to escape the loud, hectic bar scene a quiet relaxing refuge to have a glass of wine and sip away the day’s troubles. Though primarily a wine bar, Downtown Uncorked offers a healthy selection of beers from Miller Lite to Chimay Grand Reserve. The wine bar also serves light appetizers, such as hummus and cheese plates to complement your glass of vino or beer. Choose from a variety of Chardonnays, Merlots, Cabernets, and many more varietals. Don’t feel like you’re up to snuff on your wine knowledge? Let the helpful staff talk you through their wine list and help you select the best glass or bottle. Dine in • 206 W 26th Bryan, TX 77803 -- (979) 823-4837 $$-$$$

Cranberry Carrot Cake Ingredients:

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2 cups flower 2 teaspoons baking soda 1 tablespoon baking power 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger 1 pinch salt 1 ½ cups of sugar 1 Cup mayonnaise 3 eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 cups grated carrots 1 (8oz) can crushed pineapple WITH juice ½ cup chopped toasted pecans ¾ cup dried cranberries

Butternut Squash Soup Serves 6

Ingredients

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1 (2 to 3 pound) butternut squash, peeled and seeded 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 medium onion, chopped 6 cups chicken stock 1 pinch Nutmeg Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper

Directions 1. Cut squash into 1-inch chunks.

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 3 8-inch round cake pans.

2. Melt butter in large pot. Add onion and cook about 8 minutes until it looks translucent.

2. Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and salt in a bowl, and set aside.

3. Add squash and stock and bring to a simmer. Cook until squash is tender, about 15-20 minutes.

3. Cream together the sugar, mayonnaise, eggs, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until blended, scraping the bowl occasionally. Stir in the flour mixture, then fold in the carrots, pineapple, pecans, and cranberries. Divide evenly between the prepared cake pans.

4. Remove squash chunks with slotted spoon and place in a blender and puree. Return blended squash to pot. Stir and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. 5.Serve hot.

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THURSDAY

SATURDAY

TUESDAY

Rob Baird joins Nick Veroza at Grand Stafford Theater.

College-baseball-studturned-musician, Mike Stud at Schotzi’s

MSC Opas presents: The Official Blues Brothers Revue at Rudder Auditorium

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IMPROVE COMEDY

Brazos Valley TROUPE will be hosting a family-friendly improv comedy show every Friday evening before a home football game. The show will be different every week and will feature actors ages 13 and up. 29TH STREET STUDIO 3705 E. 29th St. Bryan, Oct. 18, 2013 7:30 PM $8

DREW KENNEDY

It takes someone pretty special to be both a songwriter and novelist, husband and dad, and traveling musician. Drew Kennedy has hammered out six albums in the past nine years, and his most recent release, Wide Listener has an overtone of country, a bit of gospel, and some artfully worded songs. CHURCH ST. BBQ 100 Church St. College Station, Oct. 18, 2013 11:00 PM

SHINYRIBS

THURSDAY 10/17 SHINYRIBS

After 18 years of performing as part of the Austinbased band the Gourds, Russel took the reins of his musical future and fronted Shinyribs. After much critical acclaim, Shinyribs has found its footing in Russel’s new arrangement. He pulls from the spectrum of great American music; country, gospel, funk and a dollop of poetry in the middle of it all. THE TAP 815 Harvey Rd. College Station Oct. 17, 2013 9:00 PM

BRUCE ALMIGHTY

Bruce Nolan, a television reporter in Buffalo, New York is bitter about almost everything in life… despite his popularity and the love of his beautiful girlfriend (Jennifer Aniston). At the end of the “worst day of his life,” Bruce angrily ridicules God… and God responds. Appearing in human form, He endows Bruce with divine powers, challenging Bruce to take on the evangelical mission to see if he can handle godliness any better. MEMORIAL STUDENT CENTER 275 Joe Routt Blvd., College Station, Oct. 17, 2013 7:00 PM

ROB BAIRD

Rob Baird has recently found his niche in music: a naked honesty showcased on his latest release, I Swear It’s the Truth. East Texas transplant Chris King draws his tracks right out of “heartbreak, moonlight, alcohol, Cadillacs, hope, dance halls, & thunderstorms.” Nick Verzosa, road warrior and song writer addict, returns to one of his most frequented spots to open the show. GRAND STAFFORD THEATER 106 S Main St, Bryan, Oct. 17, 2013 9:00 PM $8

FRIDAY

10/18

PIRATE PARTY

Imagine “Danny Boy” infused with Johnny Cash-like vocals and Elvis’ antics; that insanely wild combination is the Blaggards. As a frequenter of O’Bannon’s Taphouse, the foursome has gained quite a following at their Irish-reeling, drinks a-pouring shows. In additional to musical fun, don your best eye patch and peg leg for a Pirate Party and Costume Contest.O’BANNON’S 103 Boyett, College Station, Oct. 18, 2013 10:00 PM

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HAYWOOD

Before the members went their separate ways, College Station natives Haywood was regarded as one of the best live shows in town. On October 18, they are reuniting at Grand Stafford Theater for a reunion show featuring Whiskey Shivers and Hello Wheels to give their old fans a trip down memory lane. GRAND STAFFORD THEATER 106 S Main St, Bryan, Oct. 18, 2013 9:00 PM $8

of Ol’ Sarge. Open to the public.. MEMORIAL STUDENT CENTER 275 Joe Routt Blvd., College Station, Oct. 18, 2013 5:00 PM

SATURDAY 10/19 JOHNNY FALSTAFF

Action star of stage and screen, Johnny Falstaff has toured the U.S. from coast to coast and all over Europe. The 2008 release of “Honky Tonkin’ Daddy”, launched two years of relentless touring. “Live in Koln, Germany” was recorded in June 2010 and released later that year. Falstaff also managed to fit in, along with fellow artists Hank Schyma and John Evans, the time to shoot indie movie, “Honky Tonk Blood” released in 2011. THE BEER JOINT 12550 Hwy. 30, College Station, Oct. 19, 2013 9:00 PM $7

SALSA SATURDAYS

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 sweat and to

ADAM HOOD

With performances alongside Willie Nelson and Miranda Lambert under his belt, Adam Hood— most famous for his autobiographical anthem “I’ll Sing About Mine”--is performing October 18 at The Tap.THE TAP 815 Harvey Rd. College Station, Oct. 18, 2013 9:00 PM

OL’ SARGE

The Corps of Cadets Association are saluting the work of Mr. Howard “Pete” Tumlinson ’42 and celebrating 75 years of Ol’ Sarge. Mr. Dick Tumlinson ’51 will be signing copies of his book commemorating the 75th anniversary

SALSA SATURDAYS

meet new people at this Aggie hot spot! Visit www.mambosentertainment.com/ salsasaturdays.html for more details. VILLAGE CAFÉ 210 W. 26th St, Bryan, Sept. 19, 2013 8:00 PM $5

worship, inspiration and entertainment will surely set yet another one. For more details check Breakaway Ministries Facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/ breakawayministries REED ARENA Oct. 22, 2013 9:00 PM

JOEY McGEE

BLUES BROTHERS

Whether you’re in the mood to hear soulful ballads or upbeat folk, Joey McGee will serenade you while you feast on a delicious lunch at The Village Cafe. VILLAGE CAFÉ 210 W. 26th St, Bryan, Oct. 19, 2013 12:00 PM

MIKE STUD

College-baseball-stud-turned-musician, Mike Stud’s career has taken off on a different kind of mound. His rookie mixtape, A Toast to Tommy, debuted at #3 on the worldwide iTunes Hip-Hop album chart. His versatility and youth may just be the recipe for a viral artist. SCHOTZI’S T205 University, College Station, Oct. 19, 2013 9:00 PM

BRI BAGWELL

The ex-CMT’s Next Superstar contestant and local country starlet will be taking Church Street’s intimate outdoor stage for an upclose and personal performance. CHURCH ST. BBQ 100 Church St. College Station, Oct. 19, 2013 11:00 PM

SUNDAY

10/20

MIC CHECK POETRY

Speak your mind or listen to those who perform at Mic Check Poetry Slam. Hosted by Revolution Cafe, MCPS is held every Sunday at 8:30 and completely free. Break out of the mold and channel your inner artist; you’ll go home feeling inspired. REVOLUTION 211B S. Main St., Bryan, Oct. 20, 2013 8:30 PM

MIC CHECK POETRY

PUB QUIZ

Sundays are trivia night at O’Bannon’s, so grab a group of friends to play or just to watch. Check with their Facebook page the day of to find out what the topics will be. O’BANNON’S 103 Boyett, College Station, Oct. 20, 2013 9:00 PM

MONDAY TRIVIA NIGHT

OPEN MIC

Schotzi’s is giving you the chance to show your stuff with Open Mic Night every Monday. Get some $2 liquid courage with wells and domestics all night long! SCHOTZI’S T205 University, College Station, Oct. 21, 2013 9:30 PM

10/21 TUESDAY 10/22

Monday nights are pretty boring; it’s too early in the week to party and too early in the week to study. So, you’re kind of left with nothing 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. REVOLUTION 211B S Main St, Bryan Oct. 21, 2013 9:00 PM

CRAFT COCKTAILS

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. GRAND STAFFORD THEATER 106 S Main St, Bryan Oct. 22, 2013 8:00 PM $8

BREAKAWAY

Non-denominational Breakaway Ministries’ events have already set a record for attendance, and Tuesday’s assembly of

The Official Blues Brothers Revue is a live concert that combines the comedy and hit songs from the original 1980 hit film as well as the five iconic albums released by John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd. Featuring Wayne Catania as Jake and Kieron Lafferty as Elwood, The Official Blues Brothers Revue and their eight-piece intercontinental rhythm & blues band pay homage to the humor, music, and mayhem of the Blues Brothers and to Chicago’s rich musical history of blues, gospel and soul music. RUDDER AUDITORIUM TAMU campus, Sept. 22, 2013 7:30 PM

WEDNESDAY 10/23 SALSA WEDNESDAYS

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. VILLAGE CAFÉ 210 W. 26th St, Bryan Sept. 23, 2013 8:00 PM $8/5

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Road Trip to Ren Fest By Cheyenne Mueller

Ever wish you could take a trip back in time, to Medieval times in particular? Without having to spend a fortune on a TARDIS, you can get the best of the past and still have the convenience of indoor plumbing. The Texas Renaissance Festival is one of the nation’s largest, most acclaimed Renaissance theme parks. It’s open to the public every Saturday, Sunday, and even on Thanksgiving. The park will be officially open on Friday, October 12 and stay open through December 1. The enchanted 55-acre, re-created 16th Century British village comes to life as all of (pretend) Europe pays homage to the King and Queen during eight themed weekends. Each of the eight weekends showcase a unique theme, and many of the weekends have been fashioned to reference shows and characters from pop culture to enhance the festival’s experience. During the October 19th and 20th weekend, the theme is “1001 Dreams Adventure.” Contests are the highlight of the entertainment for the weekend; compete or cheer on contestants as they eat and scavenge their way to win tickets for 2014. If you become interested in competing in any of the competitions, just visit the Revels Area for more information. All contests are free to enter. A scavenger hunt will take place throughout the village from 10:00am-3:30pm; a fantasy costume contest will be held at the Arena at 2:00pm; and a “dragon” wing eating contest will be held at the New Market Music Gazebo at 4:00pm. The Royal Fireworks show will take place in the Arena at 7:45pm. Tickets cost $26 for adults (ages 13 and up) and $13 for children (ages 5 – 12). Children ages 4 and under are admitted free. The cost of gate tickets remains the same throughout the entire day, but you can also purchase tickets online. Parking is free, with handicap accessible parking located near the front gate. The gates open at 9:00am and close at 8:00pm, immediately following the royal fireworks. There is a show performed at the front gates prior to opening, and arriving early also ensures a parking space closer to the front gate. Food prices range from $3 to $12 and drinks start at $2.50. TRF offers an array of food choices, from smoked turkey legs to banana empanadas and everything in between. Most vendors accept credit cards, with the exception of the food booths, and there are ATMs available throughout the park.

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The Tradition at Northgate

Coming to college can be a scary thing, especially when moving away from home for the first time. But at the Traditions at Northgate students can not only transition smoothly, they can have a blast by fitting right in to the Traditions at Northgate community. Located off of University, directly across the street from Texas A&M, the Traditions at Northgate offers a home away from home experience that is hard to replicate. The luxuries of a top of the line apartment complex like weekly housekeeping, personal rooms, a full service dining center and so much more make the Traditions at Northgate a desirable place to live, but it really is the close knit ties among the residents, resembling that of a community or family, that puts the complex a cut above the competition. “Personally, I like how everyone knows each other and how we are like a big family,” Luke Yanker, a Traditions at Northgate RA, said. “We have lots of community areas in the building like The Edge Café and a movie

theater, and we have community events regularly,” Yanker said. “We just had a Casino night where there were raffles and giveaways, and every week there is a group that meets in the lobby to go out dancing together.” Having a good time in college is important, but the whole reason students are here is to get an education, and the Traditions at Northgate facilitate a learning environment unlike that of any other apartment complex. With their Academic Success Center, the Traditions at Northgate offer their residents on site personal tutoring each and every night. “We have tutors of various majors that come every night,” Yanker said. “They are available to help us with whatever we need. One night I forgot about an assignment until 11:57a.m., and one of the tutors was able to help me and I ended up getting an A on the assignment.” Don’t just adjust to college life, come enjoy a well rounded college experience with the Traditions at Northgate.

"This is a great place for student living," says Melesa Cook, current resident at The District. "Its convenient location next to the bus stop, friendly and engaging staff, and nice furnishings have made it a very enjoyable place to live in this past year. I couldn't see myself living anywhere else!" Melesa isn't the only resident who feels this way, as most residents enjoy this off-campus student housing community dedicated to providing a wonderful place to stay and an even better place to study. Their apartments come fully furnished and include wood-style flooring, a 42” flatscreen TV, full-size washer & dryer, cable, and high speed internet. Residents also have complete privacy thanks to individually locking bedroom doors. The District always hosts events in order to make students feel right at home. They keep residents’ stomachs happy by giving away food like barbeque or smores on special holidays. They also create fun events like poker night and the dating game to help students become well acquainted with one another. The District also gives away awesome prizes at these events like cash, gifts cards, or sometimes even free rent! Being away from parents and hometown friends can be hard, but The District makes every effort to assure all resident feel comfortable and happy in their fancy new abode. Visit their website at www.thedistrictonluther.com to see more.

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Looking to live somewhere with spacious bedrooms and comfortable furniture provided? How about somewhere blocks away from campus, located steps away from a bus stop? What about a place where the workers greet you with a smile and organize events so that you can make new friendships with your neighbors? If you are looking for a place like this, The District on Luther is the student living community for you!

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2818 Place 1300 Harvey Mitchell Parkway / 979-696-9500

Aggie Station 4151 Wellborn Rd / 979-691-0100

Arbor Square 1700 Southwest Parkway / 979-693-3701

The Reserve 3405 Treeline Dr. / 979-703-7944

Briarwood 1201 Harvey Road/ 888- 897-9508

Callaway Villas 305 Marion Pugh / 979-695-2300

Campus View 505 Harvey Road/ 979-693-1111

The Cambridge @ College Station 501 University Oaks / 979-694-1500

College Edge 1512 HollowHill Drive

College Main 4302 College Main / 979-846-2089

Crossing Place 400 Southwest Parkway / 979-680-8475

Enclave Apartments 1800 Holleman Drive / 979-694-3700

Factory Apartments 418 College Main # 100/ 979-268-4780

Huntington 1907 Dartmouth Dr / 979-693-8922

Laurel Ridge 801 Spring Loop/ 979-846-2976

Fox Meadow 701-A Balcones Dr/ 979-694-0320

Madison Pointe 503 Southwest Parkway/ 979-696-9100

Midtown 1600-1612 Holleman Dr/ 979-694-0320

Campus Village 1711 Harvey Mitchell S/ 979-694-3000

Reveille Ranch 3645 Wellborn Rd / 877-621-1188

Paloma Ridge 3500 Paloma Ridge Dr/ 979-694-0320

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Stadium View 400 Marion Pugh / 979-696-7871

Scandia 401 Anderson Drive / 979-693-6505

The District on Luther 601 Luther Street West / 979-680-3680

The Gables 401 University Oaks / 979-693-1188

The Heights - College Station 1101 Luther Street West / 979-485-8000

The Lofts at Wolf Pen Creek 614 Holleman Drive East/ 979-693-LOFT (5638)

The Tradition @ Northgate 301 Church Avenue / 979-268-9000

The Trails @ Wolf Pen Creek 950 Colgate / 888-420-4261

University Square 313 Lincoln Street/ 888-867-9042

Villa West 3500 Finfeather Rd, Bryan / 979-822-7772

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Runner Runner DRAMA (R)

Captain Phillips ACTION (PG-13)

Captain Phillips is the most fascinating case study in globalization since Zero Dark Thirty. The capture of the American shipping vessel Alabama by Somali pirates, is based upon a true story. Tom Hanks as Captain Phillips gets some shading, but most of the characters are avatars, down to Catherine Keener playing Wife. Pared down, there’s the Alabama and American business in Middle Eastern waters; what wrinkles that is the cargo: food and water being delivered to Mombasa, Kenya. That is, it’s international aid. The pirates claim to be subsistence fishermen, but as the movie goes on, we discover they are part of a rather extensive business operation themselves. Throw in forces of international justice, the U.S. military, and a western media frenzy, and Captain Phillips becomes a kind of status update on the way the world works. That’s partly because of director Paul Greengrass’ observational style. Like a number of recent process-based films including terrorist epics Zero Dark Thirty and Carlos, Captain Phillips relies primarily on journalistic reporting, or the appearance of, sitting back and capturing the action instead of inflecting it. Some critics have found that problematic, as if it were possible to find an objective truth; and that’s a major source of tension in Captain Phillips. Greengrass clearly thinks the operations of the Navy SEALS are cool, and they are. But his attempts to provide equal time to the pirates and to the crew shows exactly how clouded he is by the influence of western power. He doesn’t understand these pirates. They get into little spats with Phillips about the plight of Africa, but dramatically, they are always villains. Greengrass pretends to give them equal time but stokes the audience’s bloodlust. It’s a pulse-pounding action film, a testament to the training, bravery, and creativity of Phillips and his crew. Its depiction of colliding institutions offers much food for thought. But make no mistake: The maudlin ending doesn’t stand in for genuine consideration. It’s a counterfeit catharsis to help us shake it off and to move on instead of actually thinking about what just happened.

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Runner Runner was never going to be good, but did it have to be exhaustingly dumb? The script alternates between faux profound aphorisms throughout the film, such as a crack about “the Indians” getting only one thing right until they started casinos in the ‘80s. The structure is a classic, the kind of thing that would have made a seaming B-noir back in the ‘40s: Justin Timberlake gets cheated at online poker, goes to Costa Rica to confront the site’s owner played by Ben Affleck, and winds up working for the guy, seduced by his lavish lifestyle. Come to find out it’s meant to be a play on generational sparring: Affleck accuses Timberlake’s generation of doing nothing and blaming others; Timberlake accuses Affleck’s generation of bleeding America dry. If only it were that serious.

Escape From Tomorrow DRAMA (NR)

The making of Escape from Tomorrow should be a far better film than the one we have. Shot at Disney World without Disney’s permission or knowledge, it’s the story of a family on their last day of vacation in Orlando. The father is laid off by phone in the opening scene, but that’s just the beginning. He has an alienating hallucination on one ride where his family tells him they hate him. He also keeps running into these two tempting, underage French girls. Eventually he gets lost in his own imagination, a paranoid Disney nightmare. But there’s a dark side to the indie film, too: amateurishness. Escape from Tomorrow doesn’t trust the audience one bit, repeating every beat including one insulting flashback to info we heard 30 minutes before, and the performances aren’t far off from costumed characters. The result is a frustrating headache, but the “Making Of” documentary would be amazing.

1. Gravity

In this revolutionary 3-D rollercoaster, a space mission gone awry forces astronauts Sandra Bullock and George Clooney to fend for themselves among various space stations and to get back home. PG-13 (90 min.)

2. Captain Phillips

Based on a true story, Tom Hanks stars as the captain of a U.S. ship transporting supplies to Kenya when his ship comes under attack by Somali pirates in this journalistic depiction of international institutions colliding. PG-13 (134 min.)

3. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2

Our hero, Flint Lockwood, voiced by Bill Hader, leaves his job when he finds out the machine responsible for the original is still in operation, leading to another avalanche of foods crossed with animals. PG (95 min.)

4. Machete Kills

←President Charlie Sheen hires Danny Trejo’s grindhouse action hero Machete to take on an international terrorist in the second episode of the franchise sending up ‘70s Latino exploitation flicks. Co-starring Michelle Rodriguez, Sofia Vergara, Antonio Banderas. R (107 min.)

5. Runner Runner

Justin Timberlake plays a grad student who gets into online poker to pay his tuition. When he’s cheated out of his savings, he discovers an offshore site with an enticing criminal opportunity. Ben Affleck co-stars. R (91 min.)

6. Prisoners

When the daughters of two neighboring families are kidnapped on Thanksgiving, the parents take matters into their own hands, even as the police investigate in this star-studded drama (Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal). R (153 min.)

7. Insidious: Chapter 2

Patrick Wilson may have gotten his son back from the demonic spirit world, but is it really his son? And why are the demons so intent on

possessing him? Rose Byrne co-stars. PG-13 (105 min.)

8. Rush

Beefy Chris Hemsworth squares off with brainy Daniel Bruehl through the ‘70s as they compete in races across the globe. The only thing is, as an opening monologue tells us, there’s a tragedy in their future. R (123 min.)

9. Don Jon

Joseph Gordon-Levitt writes, directs, and stars as a Jersey Shore caricature and porn addict who finds actual sex unsatisfying. Enter Scarlett Johansson’s vapid princess and Julianne Moore’s night school classmate. R (90 min.)

10. Baggage Claim

As the only unamarried woman in her family, Paula Patton and her friends use their airport connections to cook up a plan to help her find the “one” among her exes across the country. PG-13 (96 min.)

11. Enough Said

Julia Louis-Dreyfus befriends a hippie poet (Catherine Keener) and her exhusband James Gandolfini at the same party. Her relationships with each start to threaten each other. Her college-bound daughter only cranks up her emotions. PG-13 (93 min.)

12. Pulling Strings

A Mexico city mariachi singer is denied a visa for his daughter to visit their relatives in the US. That is, until he and his friend invite an embassy worker on an adventure. PG (112 min.)

13. 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.)

14. 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 Spanish-language hit. PG-13 (115 min.)

15.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.)

16. The Family

Robert De Niro plays a gangster in witness protection in small-town France with his wife Michelle Pfeiffer and handler Tommy Lee Jones. But this fish-out-of-water comedy gradually turns into a violent showdown with his ex-associates. R (110 min.)

17. Grace Unplugged

AJ Michalka stars in this Christian movie as a singer who finally gets her big break by taking an opportunity first offered to her father. But the higher she climbs, the more her values are tested. PG (103 min.)

18. Romeo and Juliet

A 21st century update of William Shakespeare’s classic tells the story of two teenagers from feuding families who fall in love and the chain of tragedies that ensue. Starring True Grit’s Hailee Steinfeld as Juliet. PG-13 (118 min.)

19. 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.)

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 co-star. G (104 min.)

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The official Blues Brothers Revue at Rudder Auditorium

By Chandler Hodo MSC OPAS will open their 2013-2014 season with The Official Blues Brothers Revue. The musical celebrates the original Blues Brothers, John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, who were Saturday Night Live regulars who invented the characters in their popular late-night skits. The Revue combines the classic Blues Brothers story with popular songs from the original production, as well as performances paying tribute to blues, soul, and gospel music. Originally discovered in Las Vegas, actors Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty fill the shoes of Jake and Elwood, two musical brothers living on the fringe in the heart of Chicago. When Jake is released from jail, Elwood picks him up and the two visit the orphanage where they spent their childhood days, only to learn that it will be shut down if $5,000 in property taxes are not collected. To prevent the orphans from being kicked out of the only home they’ve known, Jake and Elwood decide to put their old rhythm and blues band back together in order to raise the money with a benefit concert. The story is action packed, as the brothers are constantly running from the cops and finding themselves in trouble with a country western band and even a group of Nazis. Produced by Aykroyd and Judith Belushi (John Belushi’s widow), the concert features countless dancers, a choir, and incredible harmonica playing by Catania and Lafferty, who sport the originals’ signature suits, hats, and sunglasses. The show encourages audience participation; so be ready to get out of your chair and hop to your feet to join the party. The upbeat production is directed by Paul Shaffer, the legendary Late Night with David Letterman musician, and is appropriate for all ages. The show will take place in Rudder Auditorium on October 22, 2013 at 7:30pm. Visit opas.tamu. edu or call the MSC Box Office at 979.845.1234 for tickets and more information.

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at Rudder Theatre By Dani Wilkins Argentinian composer and pianist Juan María Solare’s newest album, The Tango Monologues, will be performed live at Rudder Theater October 23rd. Accompanied by flutist Dr. Mariana Gariazzo of Texas A&M University, the two craftsmen will showcase a tango style of piano infused with Gariazzo providing support. Solare’s repertoire has two main categories: the contemporary classical music of our time and tango Argentine with various influences, such as Piazzolla, Liszt, and the Beatles. With over 300 pieces, the talented artist has performed on five different continents and been featured on twelve records. Texas A&M professor of music, Dr. Mariana Gariazzo, is both artist and researcher. As an artist, she has collaborated with composers and continues to strive for innovations in piccolo, C flute, alto, and bass flute. On a separate but similar hand, her research takes an in-depth look at new music produced by Latin American composers. She’s served as a guest artist and speaker on the subject at numerous universities and panels across Latin America. The show beings at 7:30pm and tickets are available online at boxoffice. tamu.edu, at the MSC Box Office, or by phone (979) 845.1234. $10 for regular admission; $5 for students. maroonweekly.com • October 16, 2013 • MAROON WEEKLY • p 37

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MW: If you were a drink, what would you be? B: Definitely a shot of Fireball, because it’s kind of spicy but it goes down smooth. MW: What is the craziest thing you’ve seen while working behind this bar? B: One time somebody tried to lick my face while I was behind the bar. MW: Do you ever experiment with new drink recipes? B: Yeah, we have what we call “whisky-ritas.” MW: What drink is most often requested? B: We often get asked for our top shelf margaritas. The drink asked for the most is probably the Porsche. MW: If you could bar chat with one person—a celebrity, sport star, anyone—who would it be? What would you want to talk with them about? What drink do you think that person would ask for? B: Clay Honeycutt from the football team. We would talk about sports. He would probably get some domestic draft beer. MW: What is your personal favorite drink? C: Bloody Mary. MW: What is the most disgusting drink people ask you for? B: Jager bombs. MW: If you could only make one drink for the rest of your life what would it be? B: Hand-shaken margaritas. Those are the most fun to make! MW: What is the worst mixing combination? B: Tequila with grapefruit juice.

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