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Duing the two years that went into making her new album, “Midnight,” Grace Potter realized a game-changing truth about herself.

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uring the two years that went into making her new album, “Midnight,” Grace Potter realized a game-changing truth about herself. “I figured out that I’m here for a reason,” she said in a recent phone interview. “I think people show up for a certain time or space for a reason. And it’s definitely not to make other people happy and just for me to stay in my place and do my bit. I don’t ever want to run what I call, I call it a carnival essentially. “There are a lot of bands that do this, where the show is the same every night and they’re essentially the dude that pulls the lever on the roller coaster,” Potter explained. “It’s just like you stand there, you push the button and it goes. And the roller coaster always feels the same. And it’s always fun and people always get their yeah yeahs out and they always go home going ‘That was great. Totally worth the money.’ I don’t want it to be about that.” Instead, Potter was looking for something more substantial, something more rewarding – and something that might well be risky, but also more genuine. “I want it to be about growth and change and expression and experimentation, and a true artist will take those risks,” she said. “I guess there was a point in this two-year growth spurt that I had where I realized I hadn’t ever really done that. “As a grown-ass woman, I realized that I had never really truly dived into the deep end by myself, without a safety net, without a parachute and said this could completely blow up in my face or it could be incredible,” Potter said. “Midnight” should fulfill that mission statement of taking a risk and challenging fans that are accustomed to the tuneful, potent and decidedly American-sounding guitar rock Potter created with her long-time band, the Nocturnals, over the course of five studio albums. Some will consider “Midnight” Potter’s sell-out album and her bid for pop stardom. And songs like “Delirious” (a song Potter said she wrote to prove to her label she could write a top 40 hit), “Alive Tonight,” “Hot To The Touch” and “What We’ve Become” with their programmed dance-friendly beats, synthetic instrumentation and hookheavy choruses certainly fit with the sound of today’s top 40. But a few other tunes seem less tailored to fit today’s pop trends and help diversify the album. “Empty Heart” is a sassy rocker with a little funk. The breakup song, “The Miner,” is a soulful pop ballad with a striking vocal melody. “Let You Go,” the standout closing track, is a stark

piano-based ballad with a dramatic vocal melody. Potter admitted that to a point, “Midnight” indeed seeks to reach a top 40 audience. She said she realized if she was going to ever going to gain a presence in the pop mainstream, she’d better try to catch that bus now before the doors closed on that ride. “I think if I was going to try to stand up and be counted, I better f***ing do it soon. I’m getting f***ing old,” she said good naturedly before touching on the reality of her situation. “Just that 30 marker was a big one for me because I realized that I still had so much I wanted to do. So the answer is yes and no. I’d like to be relevant, but I don’t really care. If the songs I’m writing aren’t relevant (to mainstream pop), then I don’t really care. If I’m loving them and I’m having fun playing them and I’m out there able to play them on stage in front of an audience that’s still willing to come to the show, I’d rather do that than be on top f***ing 40 radio, because I’ve got my thing and I’ve worked really hard at my thing and it’s definitely not being a pop star. But having said that, I’d like to help peoples’ ears. I’d like to offer an alternative to what people have been listening to, something that’s going to give a bit more girth to what (top 40) music can be.” Potter said despite her top 40 ambitions, for awhile she fully intended to make “Midnight “ with the Nocturnals. The band had gained considerable popularity with its two previous albums, a 2010 selftitled effort and the 2012 release, “The Lion the Beast the Beat,” and Potter didn’t want to sidetrack that momentum. But the signs that she was actually making a solo album were there – literally from the start of the project. After returning to her home in Vermont, Potter, needing time refresh after what had been a pretty much unbroken cycle of recording and touring over the previous dozen years, spent a few months not even thinking about songwriting as the Vermont winter arrived. “It was about month four of being home that I started feeling ready to write again,” Potter said. “The first thing that I wanted was to write a song that sounded absolutely nothing like anything I’d written before.” She found a path into creating new types of songs by changing her approach how she traditionally started songs. “I usually start with a lyric or a melody and then build a song around that,” Potter said. “But with the new music, I thought what’s a great way to sort of turn this inside out? I know, I’ll start with the drums. So this entire album, every single song I wrote started with drums. Luckily I had

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GRACE POTTER // KICKING UP THE DUST

Matt (Burr), my husband (and drummer in the Nocturnals), there to play the drums right away. So if I had an idea, it was like, ‘Dude, play with me. Let’s get going. Set up a couple of crappy microphones, set up a little recording unit and get the work tapes going, starting with the beat.’ That’s really where the entire album spawned from.” Eventually, Potter started working with producer Eric Valentine, and as they began to flesh out the songs, they found themselves recording most of the instruments, with Potter, who plays keyboards and guitar in the Nocturnals, doing many of the keyboard parts. That process of recording cemented the notion that “Midnight” was going to be a solo album. But Potter also emphasized that “Midnight” does not mark the end of the road for the Nocturnals and she fully intends to make more albums with her band. “It’s the band that I spent 13 years

building,” she said. “I certainly don’t want to throw the baby out with the bath water.” In fact, the band for her tour behind the “Midnight” album includes two longtime members of the Nocturnals, drummer Burr and guitarist Benny Yurco. And Potter promises that in addition to songs from “Midnight,” her set list will include plenty of songs from the albums made with the Nocturnals, including some selections fans won’t expect. “There are some really cool songs that we haven’t played in a really long time, like some of the really early, 2005, 2006 stuff that literally never saw its way to the stage ever and was only ever on a record,” she said. “We’re bringing some of that up and kicking up the dust. It’s really been a fun experience on a musical level just getting back into some of those older songs.”

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SWEN CHINESE RESTAURANT // A TUSCALOOSA FAVORITE M

any may consider Chinese takeout to be a way of life, especially in our world of busy schedules and no time to cook dinner on our own. If you’re part of this club, then chances are you’ve got your one favorite Chinese restaurant in mind. For many Tuscaloosa folks, Swen Chinese Restaurant in Northport has been satisfying those cravings. Whether it’s takeout, dining in before a high school football game, or eating Sunday lunch after church, Swen has been serving up Chinese favorites to Tuscaloosa locals and visitors since the 1990’s. My husband and I decided to mix up our usual Thursday night routine by dining out at Swen. With my hubby being a Tuscaloosa native, it only took a split second for him to suggest our dinner location after sharing my craving for Chinese food. Dimly lit and located in an older strip of stores in Northport, my expectations were high upon arriving inside the old restaurant. I quickly noticed the quaint size of the eatery as well as the simplicity of the décor. Donned in primarily black and red, the restaurant provided a low key and calming atmosphere, avoiding any loud television noises, music, or clamor from the kitchen. We were immediately greeted by our server who was quick to let us know how busy she was. Perusing the menu, I knew I wanted something spicy to satisfy my cravings. I eventually opted for Hunan chicken with fried rice and egg drop soup while my husband went with his standard Kung Pao chicken selection. Waiting on our order, I noticed the significant number of folks revolving through the restaurant to pick up their takeout orders. In the midst of all the takeout madness, large groups of folks dressed in various high school spirit colors took over the restaurant to dine in. With many of the tables ready to order once they sat down, I got the impression this was not their first rodeo at Swen. We seemed to get our order in record timing with a piping hot dish of chicken, jalapenos, onions, and water chestnuts with a nice side of fried rice. Though my husband’s Kung Pao chicken looked quite similar in color and ingredients, I was impressed with the flavor differences between the two dishes. The mix of good flavors, textures, and food temperatures had my mouth in heaven bite by bite. Overall, I enjoyed my dinner visit to Swen. The flavor difference from having a dish made to order was quite obvious when comparing our dishes to my normal routine of a Chinese buffet. The atmosphere of Swen was cozy, comforting, and a clear favorite for Tuscaloosa locals. The impressive amount of both takeout and dine in business is a great convincer to have me come back for more. Swen Chinese Restaurant is located 3380 McFarland Boulevard in Northport. Tweet us @ThePlanetWeekly and let us know where you are eating! Sheena Gregg, MS, RDN,LD is a registered dietitian and local “Filipino foodie.” Follow her on Twitter @AFilipinoFoodie

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DEEP ELLUM IPA I

’m sure we all were tuned in to watch the trouncing of Michigan State at the hands of our beloved Crimson Tide recently in Dallas. It was an amazing display of pure athleticism and dominance. My in-laws were in attendance and were there to cheer on our boys, but Jeff and Leigh Ann are the ones who should get the applause in this situation. On New Year’s Day, I received a text that basically read, “We’re leaving Dallas, what kind of beer do you want?” Heaven sent. I fired back a couple of options, which were basically anything from Deep Ellum Brewing Co. and if that wasn’t an option, then Lone Star (duh). Later that day I was informed I had two six packs of Deep Ellum and a twelve pack of Lone Star in tow on the way back to Alabama, luckily my favorite, the IPA, was in the mix. I got them in my possession, chilled them, and cracked the first one tonight while making dinner, and it was just as good as I remember. The first time I tried Deep Ellum beer was in a beer swap I did with a guy from Austin about two years ago. He included their IPA along with several other Texas highlights that I thoroughly enjoyed. After learning a little more about the brewery, my wife and I visited the taproom on our honeymoon about a year ago while waiting on a tattoo appointment. I had a coffee stout, a double IPA, and she had a blonde and a pale ale, but none compare to that glorious IPA offering that was my first introduction to the brand. One thing to note about Deep Ellum aside from their great beer is their awful can art. I can’t stand it, and that deeply saddens me. It just looks like a jumbled mess and it took me a while to get past it. Personally, I don’t think it represents the brewery or the neighborhood very well, but then again, I’m not from there and have only spent a little over a week there before. It’s the only major drawback I have for this company. The beer pours a beautiful copper orange color with a fluffy head of foam, about two finger widths thick, that slowly fizzles out and leaves some great lacing on the sides of the glass. After settling, the beer has some splotches on top of the foam that make for a bit of head in each sip. There’s a slight haze to the beer, but nothing floating in it. Just shows you that there’s some serious body to it and that should excite you rather than turn you away. The smell is straight hops and malt; plain and simple. It’s hoppy but not overpowering, because it also gives off this nice clean, citrusy aroma that mixes with a bit of pine that really develops after the beer has warmed a bit. You can also

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pick up on some of the sweet, caramel malts that make up the backbone of this beer. There’s something wonderful about the way this beer smells that isn’t replicated very often. Taste is where I fell in love with this beer, because the execution is perfect. I cannot stress that enough, and I know some people may say well, it’s a little too sweet or it’s not hoppy all the way through, but those are your opinions, and these are mine so listen up. It’s great. The taste almost mirrors the aroma with the citrusy hops blended with a bit of pine in the background all wrapped up by a wallop of caramel sweetness and malty smoothness. I will say the bitterness does tend to take over in the backend, but isn’t overpowering thanks to the sweetness that we mentioned before. Mouthfeel is great because it seems to hit somewhere in the middle between crisp and sticky. There’s a nice, sharp hop bite in the beginning that makes it refreshing, but toward the back end there’s a bit of that resin, full-bodied component that reminds you that you’re drinking something with some substance. There’s a great aftertaste of what, to me, is the quintessential northwest hop flavor. It’s great and I cannot get enough. Overall, this has been a knockout since day one for me. By taking the aspects of a east coast IPA and mixing it with the hop characters and profiles of a generally speaking west coast IPA, you get this beautiful mash-up of flavors and combinations that you normally don’t find. It really bums me out that we can’t get this in Alabama, because I would just hand over half of my paycheck to any store that would carry it. If you’re from Dallas or know someone who’s traveling through, get them to pick you up a sixer of this, because it’s something that everyone needs to try once.

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LAURIE SIMMONS: TWO BOYS AND THE LOVE DOLL Dates: January 14 – February 26, 2016 Where: The University of Alabama, Sarah Moody Gallery of Art, 103 Garland Hall Reception: Thursday, January 14, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Sarah Moody Gallery of Art

Above: The Love Doll/Day 32 (Blue Geisha, Black & White Room), 2011 by Laurie Simmons (American, b. 1949), Image courtesy the artist and Salon 94, New York Left: Works by Kelsey Windham

wo recent bodies of large-scale photographs by internationally recognized artist Laurie Simmons are featured in this exhibition. Two Boys and The Love Doll continues Simmons' longstanding use of the doll figure to explore issues of gender, feminism and domesticity. Simmons has been affiliated with the Picture Generation — artists from the 1970s who appropriated mass media and commercial advertising to respond to a shifting cultural American landscape. Since the mid 70s, Simmons has used dolls, ventriloquist dummies, mannequins and occasionally people to create images with intensely psychological subtexts. In the photo group, Two Boys – a vision of the internal and communal traumas of the Internet – she uses CPR dummies to suggest a type of adolescent male behavior in our digital age. In search of a stage for The Love Doll photographs, Simmons turned to her own home, transforming it into a shooting studio as well as an artful, color coordinated, oversized dollhouse. Simmons’ use of color photography and her obsession with light and pattern help her develop intimate and sometimes dreamlike scenarios with emotional impact. In both bodies of work, the paralyzingly larger-than-life realism Simmons offers is so palpable that the photographs merge with the viewer’s own space. In the sheen of skin in the dappled light, the viewer encounters details that expose and conceal the role of the camera.

Laurie Simmons’ photographic works are in numerous public collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, Whitney Museum of American Art and Guggenheim Museum in New York, as well as the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles; Walker Art Center, Minneapolis and the Hara Museum, Tokyo. Laurie Simmons: Two Boys and The Love Doll was organized for the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis by Chief Curator Jeffrey Uslip. The exhibition was generously supported by Salon94, New York. The exhibition is organized for the Sarah Moody Gallery of Art by Gallery Director William Dooley. Funding support for this exhibition comes from the Farley Moody Galbraith Endowed Exhibition Fund. Funding support for the Sarah Moody Gallery of Art comes from the Department of Art and Art History and the College of Arts and Sciences. Admission to the gallery is free. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 – 4:30 p.m., Thursday evenings: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. The gallery is located at 103 Garland Hall in the heart of the UA campus on Woods Quad. Information about visitor parking is available here: http://bamaparking.ua.edu/ visitor-information/. Parking is free on campus in a legal space after business hours. Contact the gallery at (205) 3481891 or go to http://art.ua.edu/gallery/ smga/.

STANDS IN SOLITUDE - KELSEY WINDHAM MA EXHIBITION Dates: January 11 – February 26, 2016, The University of Alabama, Sella-Granata Art Gallery, 109 Woods Hall Reception: Thursday, January 14, 5-7 p.m., Sella-Granata Art Gallery

he University of Alabama Department of Art and Art History is pleased to present Kelsey Windham's master of arts exhibition, Stands in Solitude, January 11 through February 26, in the Sella-Granata Art Gallery. There will be a reception Thursday, January 14, 5-7 p.m. in the gallery. The public is cordially invited to attend. Kelsey Shearron Windham is a visual artist and educator working on her MA degree in the UA Department of Art and Art History. In 2014 she was awarded a Graduate Council Fellowship from UA. Windham earned the Bachelors of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in drawing from Memphis College of Art in 2011. In 2010 she was awarded the Hohenberg Fellowship to study painting in Umbria, Italy and participated in a group show there. She has participated in solo and juried group exhibitions in Memphis and Tuscaloosa.

Windham translates her observations and responses to the outdoors into paintings and poetry. In her artist statement, she writes, "I am drawn to the solitude that can be experienced outside. There is a spirituality to stillness and an intimacy to painting landscapes. This stillness in observing has led me to consider poetry as a way to understand these paintings. I find that poetry often stems from careful staring and seeks to give the reader a piece of a moment through weighted words on a page." Her art work is online here: https://www.instagram.com/ kelseyswindhamart/. A thesis exhibition is one of the requirements for the successful completion of the Master of Arts program. For more information about the graduate programs of the UA Department of Art and Art History, visit this link: http://art.ua.edu/academics/ graduate-programs/art-requirements/.

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NEWS Mobile Ready to Work Unit Set to Deploy in Early 2016

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Training to be conducted throughout Region 3 and West Alabama

helton State Community College and West Alabama Works have teamed up to take training to the students, via a Mobile Ready to Work Unit currently being readied for use. Nicole Dubose, Director of Training for Business and Industry for Shelton State, says the unit is nearly ready to roll. “We’ve purchased a Mercedes Sprinter van through a state level grant, and it’s currently being upfitted to convert it into a mobile training lab,” she says. “We’ll be able to roll into a community, unload laptops and provide training right there.” The unit will provide a range of training opportunities for students of all ages throughout the West Alabama region. In addition to traditional pre-employment ready to work training, the van can be used for a variety of programs, including adult education and specialized training for a specific employer or industry. “There are a lot of applications for the Mobile Ready to Work Unit,” Dubose says. “Recruiting, for one. Students can register for classes with the recruiter standing right by their side to help. We can use it for job fairs - residents can apply for positions right on the spot.” The van is being upfitted with audio-visual equipment as well as laptop computers. The laptops are loaded onto a cart - similar to the type used in some classrooms - that can be simply loaded off via liftgate. The cart is then rolled into a community room or other facility suitable for training, and the class can begin. Dubose says the goal is to train 200 individuals in 2016; however, the unit could be used to train more, depending upon community response. Different groups will be targeted, and the unit is expected to help not only men and women just entering the job market, but also with retirees looking to reenter the workforce. “We’ve got a variety of outreach events scheduled and coordinated throughout West Alabama,” she says. “This is a great tool for all of West Alabama, and we’re excited to get some students ready to work.” The Mobile Ready to Work Unit is expected to be ready sometime in January.

December’s Business After Hours Featured Networking, Socializing at New RiverFall

ecember’s Business After Hours event was hosted by RiverFall Credit Union, who cut the ribbon on their brand new downtown Tuscaloosa branch the same day. Visitors explored the brand new facility and enjoyed socializing and networking with fellow Chamber members. Food for the evening was provided by Robertson’s BBQ and Catering. Attendees brought toys to support the local Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. Each year, there are angels not adopted, or adopted and never returned. The toys brought during the event were used to assist with forgotten angels. RiverFall’s new branch is located at 2520 6th Street in downtown Tuscaloosa.

Adopt-A-School Receives Card Decks from American Heart Association

he Adopt-A-School program received a great gift of 100 decks of Family Go! cards from the West Alabama American Heart Association in December. The decks will be shared with adopter coordinators, in thanks for all they do in our schools. A big thanks goes out to Robert Kuhn of Capstone Bank, 2016 West Alabama Heart Walk Chairman, and Gary Nichols of McAbee Construction, West Alabama Heart Walk Executive Leadership Team Member, for selecting the Adopt-A-School organization. The cards are funded by the Reese Phifer Jr. Memorial Foundation.

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ondering about gluten free wine? There are a wide variety of reasons you may be avoiding gluten, from wheat allergies to Celiac disease. If you are avoiding wheat and gluten, you may be worried that you will have to give up your wine drinking options. However, there is wine available that you can drink. Gluten free wine exists and you can find several good wine reviews about products that are gluten free. As of the time this article was written, winemakers are not required to label their products for gluten or wheat allergies. If you are in doubt, contact the winemaker to find out if their product is indeed gluten free. GLUTEN FREE WINE – REALLY? Most wine is naturally gluten free since it’s usually made from grapes and not wheat. The process involved in making wine does not usually add gluten to the product. However, some wines that have added flavors may add gluten, as part of the process, to the wine. It is wise to steer clear of flavored wines, for example dessert wines, that are not labeled as gluten free. Another way that gluten may be introduced to the wine is through the paste that the winery uses to seal the barrels. This doesn’t apply to stainless steel. Some wineries use a wheat based paste. These can introduce low levels of gluten into the wine. It is small enough that most people with gluten issues would

not notice it. But, if you are extremely sensitive you might still have a reaction. Also, gluten may be added in the fining or clarification process. There are wineries that offer gluten free wine and you may be best choosing from among those offerings. GLUTEN FREE WINE CHOICES Cupcake Vineyards is a winemaker that offers gluten free wines. They’re based in California and work to provide a wide variety of wine options. According to their website, they say “We did not use wheat, barley or rye in the production of these wines” when asked the question if their wine is gluten free. Here’s a review of two of their wines, Cupcake Pinot Noir and also Cupcake Red Velvet. Frey Vineyards offers vegan gluten free wines that you may enjoy. The vineyard is based in California. The family comes with a long history of winemaking and they offer a wide variety of wine options to choose from. These wines are guaranteed to be gluten free and if you are worried about your diet, it is a good option. If you are looking for other alternatives to add to your daily eating regimen, check out Whole Vine products. This company uses different parts of the grape to provide you with gluten free flour as well as other products. It is a great addition to your kitchen and can allow you to eat gluten free at home. Guest post by Emma Watson.

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9425 Jones Road | Northport // 333.0970 Its speciality, fried green tomatoes, joins barbecue plates and fish filets on an extended list of meats and vegetables. Tues 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Wed-Sat 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. City Cafe 408 Main Ave | Downtown Northport // 758.9171 Established in 1936. Big on food, low on price. Open for breakfast and lunch. Historic downtown Northport. Closed weekends. CountryPride Restaurant 3501 Buttermilk Rd // 554.0215 www.ta.travelcenters.com Breakfast 24 hours. Lunch and Dinner buffet. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store 4800 Doris Pate Dr | Exit 76 // 562.8282 www.crackerbarrel.com International House of Pancakes 724 Skyland Blvd // 366.1130 Jack's 1200 Hackberry Lane | Tuscaloosa // 345.1199 Maggie's Diner 1307 Ty Rogers Jr. Ave | Tuscaloosa // 366.0302 Mr. Bill's Family Restaurant 2715 McFarland Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 333.9312 Panera Bread 1800 McFarland Blvd *402 | Tuscaloosa // 366.8780 Quick Grill 1208 University Blvd | The Strip | Tuscaloosa // 342.0022 Rama Jama’s 1000 Bryant Dr // 750.0901 Closest restaurant to Bryant-Denny Stadium. Sweet Home Food Bar 2218 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 764-9346 Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Waysider 1512 Greensboro Ave // 345.8239 Open for breakfast and lunch. Smoke free.

FIVE Bar 2324 6th Street. // 205.345.6089 A restaurant/bar based on simplicity. We offer 5 entrees, 5 red wines, 5 white wines, 5 import beers, 5 domestic, and 5 signature cocktails, to go along with our full liquor bar. Dinner: Sunday - Thursday 5-10; Friday and Saturday 5-12 Lunch: Friday and Saturday 11-3; Sunday Jazz Brunch: 10-3 five-bar.com; 205.345.6089 Kozy’s 3510 Loop Road E | near VA Medical Center // 556.4112 Great locally-sourced foods and live piono music on the weekends. |killionrestaurants.com/kozys/ The Side by Side Restaurant 2410 University Blvd. | Embassy Suites | 561-2500 thesidebysiderestaurant.com

JAPANESE

Benkei Japanese Steak House 1223 McFarland Blvd // 759-5300 Hours: Mon–Thurs 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Fri–Sat 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Bento Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 1306 University Blvd // 758.7426 Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant 607 15th Street Open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Ichiban Japanese Grill & Sushi 502 15th Street // 752.8844

MEXICAN

Don Tono's 2312 4th Street | Temerson Square // 345.9191

Kobe Steak House 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 759-1400 Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sat & Sun 11:30 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Chipotle Mexican Grill 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0140 www.chipotle.com

El Mariachi 3520 McFarland Blvd E |Tuscaloosa // 409-8585 El Rincon (2 locations) 1225 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 366.0855 1726 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 330.1274

ITALIAN

Avenue Pub 405 23rd Avenue

Broadway Pizzeria 2880 Rice Mine Road Northeast Tuscaloosa, // 391.6969

Jalapeno’s Mexican Grill 2001 New Watermelon Rd | Northport // 342.3378

DePalma’s Italian Cafe 2300 University Blvd, Downtown // 759.1879 Menu ranges from sanwiches to finer pasta dishes and pizza. Varied beer and wine selection. Hours: Mon–Thurs 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. www.depalmascafe.com

LaGran Fiesta 9770 Hwy 69 S // 345.8871

Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.345.4343

Los Calientes Mexican Grill 3429 McFarland Blvd E // 553.1558

Mellow Mushroom 2230 University Blvd // 758.0112 Pizzas, calzones, hoagies and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. www.mellowmushroom.com

Iguana Grill 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 752.5895

Los Tarascos (2 locations) 1759 Skyland Blvd // 553.8896 3380 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 330.0919 Margarita's Grill 1241 McFarland Blvd E // 343.0300 Moe’s Southwest Grill (2 locations) 2330 McFarland Blvd E // 342.1487 1130 University Blvd // 752.0234 moes.com Pepito’s (2 locations) 1203 University Blvd | The Strip // 391.9028 1301 McFarland Blvd NE // 391.4861 Taco Mama 2104 A University Blvd, Tuscaloosa 409.8173

FINE DINING

Chuck’s Fish 508 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 248.9370 Monday - Thursday 5-10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday 5-11 p.m. Steak, seafood, & sushi specialities. Daily specials: Monday - $20 Bottles of Wine; Tuesday - Ladies Night 1/2 off Domestic Beer and House Wine, Select $5 Martinis, $2 off Select Sushi Rolls for Everyone; Uptown Wednesday - $6 Uptown Shrimp; Featured Cocktails and $20 Bottles of Wine. Cypress Inn 501 Rice Mine Rd // 345.6963 Fax: 345.6997 | www.cypressinnrestaurant.com 2003 Restaurant of Distinction. Beautiful riverfront location. Steaks, seafood and more with Southern flavor. Wine list, full bar. Specialities of the house include Shrimp Cypress Inn and Smoked Chicken with white barbecue sauce. Kid friendly. Closed Saturday lunch. Mike Spiller is featured the first Thursday of every month. Happy Hour- Mon-Fri from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. featuring 1/2 price appetizers. $2 Domestic Draft Beers and $3 Well cocktails.

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Evangeline’s 1653 McFarland Blvd. North // 752.0830 Located in the Tuscaloosa Galleria. 2004 West Alabama Tourism Award Winning Restaurant. American Eclectic Cuisine. Lunch: Mon–Fri 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: Tues–Sat 5 p.m. until... Fall: Saturday Brunch.

Tokyo Japanese Steak & Sushi Bar 6521 Hwy 69 S | Hillcrest Center // 366.1177 Offers steak, seafood, tempura, teriyaki and sushi. Including cooking at your table, if you choose. Sun–Thurs 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fri & Sat 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.

Fernando's Mexican Grill 824 McFarland Blvd E | Northport // 205.331.4587

Epiphany Cafe 19 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 344.5583 “New American cuisine” with a strong emphasis on local produce, organic meats, and sustainable seafood. The menu is always changing and features include an extensive wine list, a large vibrant bar and martini lounge area, as well as patio seating. Reservations are available online at epiphanyfinedining.com or through open table. Hours: Mon–Sat 5 p.m. - until

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Mr. G’s 908 McFarland Blvd N | Northport // 339-8505 Olive Garden 2100 McFarland Blvd E // 750-0321 Open daily from 11 a.m. www.olivegarden.com

CASUAL DINING

Avenue Pub 405 23rd Avenue // Tuscaloosa Brunch, lunch, and dinner. Specialty cocktails, local pints, bottled beer, and wine. Mon - Fri. 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sat. Noon – 11 p.m., Sun.Noon p.m. – 9 p.m. Big Daddy’s Cafe 514 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 759.9925 The Blue Plate Restaurant (Was Northport Diner) 450 McFarland Blvd, Northport // 462-3626 Brumfield's Restaurant 4851 Rice Mine Road | Tue. - Thu.: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Fri - Sat.: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m., and Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Buddy’s Ribs & Steaks 2701 Bridge Ave | Northport // 339.4885 Buffalo Wild Wings 2710 McFarland Blvd // 523.0273 Mon–Wed 11 a.m. - midnight | Thurs–Sat 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Chicken Salad Chick The Shoppes at Midtown & Essex Square, Northport | Said to be the very best chicken salad that can be found anywhere. www. chickensaladchick.com

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W H E R E TO E AT I N T U S C A LO O S A (CO N T.)

Chili’s 1030 Skyland Blvd | Near McFarland Mall // 750.8881 Fax: 758.7715 // www.chilis.com

T-Town Café 500 14th Street, Tuscaloosa | 759-5559 |www.ttowncafe.co Mon - Fri: 5 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sat: 5 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sun: 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Dave’s Dogs 1701 McFarland Blvd E | University Mall // 722.2800

Tacogi 500 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 342.3647

Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0575 www.fiveguys.com

Tuscaloosa Burger & Seafood Company 1014 7th Ave. | Tuscaloosa // 764.1976 Over 160 craft beers. Tue. - Thu 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Large selection of decadent desserts.

Glory Bound Gyro Company 2325 University Blvd // 349-0505 Glory Bound Gyro Company is a unique restaurant that focuses on great food and service in a funky, fun-filled atmosphere. Open Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm | Fri - Sat: 11am-10pm | Sun: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Heritage House 700 Towncenter | Northport // 758.0042 Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

SPORTS GRILL

Baumhower's Wings of Tuscaloosa 500 Harper Lee Drive | catering-Pick-up Tuscaloosa // 556.5858 | Always fresh and always fun. Owned by former UA/ Miami Dolphins great Bob Baumhower. Kid Friendly

Hooligan’s 1915 University Blvd // 759.2424 From hamburgers to hummus. Open daily 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Buffalo Phil’s 1149 University Blvd | The Strip // 758.3318 Sports grille with TVs galore. Diverse beer and wine selection, full bar

Horny's 508 Red Drew Ave | Tuscaloosa // 345.6869 Mon 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. | Tues-Thurs 11 a.m. - 2 a.m. Fri 11 a.m. - 3 a.m. | Sat 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. New Orleans style atmosphere in the heart of Tuscaloosa on the strip. Horny's offerings include a full liquor bar, beer, and a variety of classic American food. Horny's Bar and Grill offers a limited late night menu from 1:30 a.m. - 2:30 a.m.

Billy's Sports Grill Historic Downtown Northport // 879.2238 Good food, beverages and family friendly Monday through Wednesday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. till 9 p.m. (Sunday Brunch 10:30am-3pm). Buffalo Wild Wings 2710 McFarland Blvd. East | Tuscaloosa // 523.0273 Sports grille with TVs galore. Diverse beer and wine selection, full bar

Logan's Roadhouse 1511 Skyland Blvd E // 349.3554 Madear’s 1735 Culver Road // 343.7773 Mon–Fri 6 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 2nd & 3rd Sunday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Champs Sports Grille 320 Paul Bryant Drive | inside Four Points Sheraton Hotel // 752.3200 Breakfast and lunch buffets. Sunday brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Mugshots Grill & Bar 511 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 391.0572 Great burgers & sandwiches. Unique setting, full service bar, veggie entrees, kid friendly, and open late www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com Newk’s Express Cafe 205 University Blvd. East // 758.2455 Fax: 758.2470 // www.newkscafe.com An express casual dining experience in a refreshing and stylish atmosphere. Serving fresh tossed salads, oven baked sandwiches, California style pizzas and homemade cakes from Newk’s open kitchen. Sun–Wed 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Thurs–Sat 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. O’Charley’s 3799 McFarland Blvd // 556.5143 Open daily for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch www.ocharleys.com

Hooter’s 5025 Oscar Baxter Dr | Next to Jameson Inn // 758.3035 Wings, clams, shrimp and of course the Hooters Girls www.hooters.com Innisfree Irish Pub 1925 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 345.1199 Moe's BBQ 101 15th Street | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 752.3616 Mon-Sat 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Bar open until 2 a.m., 3 a.m. on Fridays Mugshots Grill & Bar 511 Greensboro Ave // 391.0572 Great burgers. Full service bar. Open late. www.mugshotsgrillandbar.com

Panera Bread 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 366.8780 www.panerabread.com

Piccadilly Cafeteria 1701 McFarland Blvd E | University Mall // 556.4960 www.piccadilly.com Quick Grill 1208 University Blvd | The Strip // 342.0022 www.bamaquickgrill.com

Wilhagan’s 2209 4th St | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 366.0913

Ruby Tuesday (2 locations) 6421 Interstate Drive | Cottondale // 633.3939 Just off I-20/59 at exit 77. Near Hampton Inn and Microtel Inn 311 Merchants Walk | Northport // 345.4540 www.rubytuesdays.com

Wings U 1800 McFarland Blvd East Suite 218 | Pick-up Tuscaloosa // 561.3984 Features the first coal-fired pizza oven in Alabama. Owned by former UA/Miami Dolphins great Bob Baumhower. Completely open concept! www.wingsu.com

Ryan’s 4373 Courtney Dr // 366.1114 Near Marriott Courtyard and Fairfield Inn

WingZone 1241 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 342.2473

Sitar Indian Cuisine 500 15th St // 345-1419 Southern Ale House 1530 McFarland Blvd N Monday-Thursday 11a-9p, Friday-Saturday 11a-10p Sunday Brunch 11a-2p A warm and inviting restaurant just north of the river with both classic and contemporary interpretations of Southern Cuisine. We boast a large variety of local craft beers on tap and other options in bottle for our beer loving constituents. Wine and Signature cocktails Southland Restaurant 5388 Skyland Blvd E // 556.3070 Steaks, chops and home-cooked vegetables Mon–Fri 10:45 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Zoe’s Kitchen 312 Merchants Walk // 344.4450 A wonderful selection of Greek foods

BARBEQUE

Archibald & Woodrow's BBQ 4215 Greensboro Ave | Tuscaloosa // 331.4858 Mon-Sat 10:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. | Sun lunch Bama BBQ & Grill 3380 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 333.9816 Dickey's BBQ (3 locations) 9770 Alabama 69; Midtown; and 13544 Hwy 43 North at Rose Blvd. in Northport. Texas Barbecue. | 344.6500 1800 McFarland Blvd, Midtown Village, Tuscaloosa. | 758-1133

13544 Hwy 43 North, Winn Dixie Shopping Center, Northport. | 330-1147 Dreamland (2 locations) 5535 15th Ave | Tuscaloosa // 758.8135 101 Bridge Ave | Northport // 343.6677 The legend. On game day, get there early if you want to make kickoff. Seating is limited. Hours: Mon–Sat 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Sun 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Hick’s BBQ 4400 Fayette Hwy // 339.3678 // Tues–Sat 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Surin of Thailand 1402 University Blvd // 752.7970 Authentic Thai restaurant and sushi bar. Open daily. Lunch: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Dinner: 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. www.surinofthailand.com

Pottery Grill (2 locations) Highway 11 | Cottondale // 554.1815 3420 Alabama 69 | Northport // 333.5848 Menu: thepotterygrill.com Awesome barbecue. The Pottery Grill serves up everything from pork, chicken, ribs and sausage to burgers, hot dogs and salads. Take-out and catering available.

A Taste Of Chicago 1700 Greensboro Avenue 205-342-DOGS Mon. - Thurs. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. 17th Street and Greensboro Avenue. Authentic Chicago style foods. Italian Beef Sandwiches, Chicago Rib Tips, and Chicago Style Pizza.

Tee’s Ribs and Thangs 1702 10th Avenue // 366.9974 |11 a.m. - 10 p.m. daily

STEAKS Logan’s Roadhouse

1511 Skyland Blvd | next to Sams // 349.3554 Steaks, ribs and spirits Longhorn Steakhouse 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 345-8244 #412 New Orleans Steak and Seafood House 824 McFarland Boulevard |11:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. daily. 248-7666 Nick's In the Sticks 4018 Culver Rd | Tuscaloosa // 758.9316 A long-time Tuscaloosa tradition. Good steaks at a reasonable price Try a Nicodemus if you have a designated driver. Outback Steakhouse 5001 Oscar Baxter Dr // 759.9000

SEAFOOD

Chuck’s Fish 508 Greensboro Ave | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 248.9370 Monday - Thursday 5-10 p.m. and Friday - Saturday 5-11 p.m. Steak, seafood, & sushi specialities. Daily specials. New Orleans Steak and Seafood House 824 McFarland Boulevard |11:00 a.m. till 11:00 p.m. daily. 248-7666 Red Lobster 2620 McFarland Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.553.8810 Sun-Thurs 11AM-10PM//Fri & Sat 11AM-11PM Reservations Accepted Take-Out Available Private Dining Area Available for Advanced Booking (Lunch Specials Available Mon-Fri 11AM-3PM) Tin Top Restaurant & Oyster Bar 4851 Rice Mine Rd NE #460 // 462.3399 McFarland Plaza Shopping Center & Temerson Square Tuscaloosa Burger & Seafood Company 1014 7th Ave. | Tuscaloosa // 764.1976 Tue. - Thu 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri - Sat 10:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sun 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Over 160 craft beers. Large selection of decadent desserts. The Levee Bar and Grill 1 Bridge Ave | Northport // 632.3136 Casual riverfront dining Hours: Mon-Thurs 11 AM-9 PM, Fri-Sat 11 AM-10 PM, Sun 11 AM-8 PM (Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 2 PM-6 PM) leveebarandgrill.com Wintzell's Oyster House 808 Skyland Blvd. at the intersection of Skyland and Alabama Highway 69. | 247-7772 | wintzellsoysterhouse.com/location/ tuscaloosa/

CHINESE Buffet City

Chang’s Chinese Restaurant 1825 McFarland Blvd N // 391.9131 China Fun 2600 University Blvd | Alberta City // 553.2435 Chongwah Express 1425 McFarland Boulevard, Northport. 333-1088 Hot Wok Express 6751 Alabama 69, Tuscaloosa // 758.0148 Lee Palace 6521 Highway 69 S // 391.9990 Open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Mr. Chen's Authentic Chinese Cooking & Oriental Market 514 14th St. | In the Oz Music shopping center // 343.6889 // Open Sun - Thu 11am - 9pm, Fri & Sat 11am - 9:30pm Pearl Garden 2719 Lurleen Wallace Blvd | Northport // 339.0880 Peking Chinese Restaurant 1816 McFarland | Northport // 333.0361 Open 7 days a week. Super lunch and dinner buffet. Hours: Sun–Thurs 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Swen Chinese Restaurant 1130 University Blvd | The Strip // 391.9887

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ASIAN CUISINE

Ruan Thai 1407 University Blvd // 391.9973 | ruanthaituscaloosa.com Exotic Thai cuisine. Offers vegetarian options, outdoor dining, and a full bar. Sushi on Thursdays. Lunch: Mon–Sat 11 a.m. -2 p.m. | Dinner: Mon–Thurs 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Fri & Sat 5 p.m. -10pm | Sun 11 a.m. -3 p.m.

Moe's Original BBQ 2101 University Blvd.. // 752.3616 Mon–Sat 11am - 10pm | Bar service Mon-Sat 2am and Fri -3am | Kitchen closes at 10pm

1747 Skyland Blvd E // 553.3308 All you can eat buffet. Open 7 days a week.

Trey Yuen 4200 McFarland Blvd E // 752.0088

PIZZA AND SUBS

California Underground 13552 Highway 43, Northport | 339.8660 Firehouse Subs 1130 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 248.0680 Hungry Howie’s (2 locations) 1105 Southview Ln | South Tuscaloosa // 345.6000 1844 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 333.2633 1211 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa | The Strip // 366.1500 4851 Rice Mine Rd | Northriver/Holt // 345.3737 Lenny’s Sub Shop 220 15th St // 752.7450 Fax: 752.7481 // www.lennys.com Little Caesars Pizza 1414 10th Ave // 366.2220 | 1www.littlecaesars.com Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. // 345.4354 Mellow Mushroom 2230 University Blvd | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 758.0112 Subs n' You 2427 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.758.0088 Roly Poly Sandwiches 2300 4th Street | Tuscaloosa // 366.1222 The Pita Pit 1207 University Blvd | The Strip // 345.9606 Hours: Mon–Sat 10:30 a.m. - 3 a.m. | Sun 11:30 a.m. - midnight Pizza 120 50115th St. East | 561.6853 Pizza Palace Buffet 6521 Alabama 69 | 752.5444 Tut’s Place 1306 University Blvd | The Strip // 759.1004

DELICATESSEN

Honeybaked Ham Company 421 15th St. E // 345.5508 www.honeybaked.com

Jason’s Deli 2300 McFarland Blvd // 752.6192 Fax: 752.6193 // www.jasonsdeli.com Located in the Meadowbrook Shopping Center. Jimmy John’s (3 locations) 1400 University Blvd | The Strip // 366.3699 1875 McFarland Blvd N | Northport // 752.7714 815 Lurleen B. Wallace S | Tuscaloosa // 722.2268 Delivery 7 days a week. www.jimmyjohns.com Manna Grocery & Deli 2300 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 752.9955 McAlister’s Deli (2 locations) 101 15th St | Tuscaloosa // 758.0039 3021 Tyler Dr | Northport // 330.7940 Sandwiches, salads and spuds www.mcalistersdeli.com Momma Goldberg’s Deli 409 23rd Ave // 345.5501 |www.mommagoldbergs.com Newk's 205 University Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 758.2455 Schlotsky’s Deli 405 15th St. E // 759.1975 schlotskys.com Which Wich University Blvd.// Downtown Tuscaloosa // Mon – Sat 10:30 – 9 // Sunday 11 – 7 // Fun atmosphere,fresh ingredients, great sandwiches. 764.1673

COFFEE SHOP

Barnes & Noble 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa 349.6366

Five Java Coffee, fresh juices, smoothies and treats from Mary's Cakes. Open Monday - Saturday at 7am; 9am on Sundays Heritage House 700 Towncenter | Northport // 758.0042 Open Mon-Fri 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Krispy Kreme Doughnut 1400 McFarland Blvd // 758.6913 www.krispykreme.com Starbucks (2 locations) 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 343.2468 1901 13th Ave East | inside Super Target // 462.1064 starbucks.com

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TUSCALOOSA RIVER MARKET // SUPPORTING THE MISSION TO SHOP LOCAL O

n the beautiful riverbank of the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa on Saturday mornings you can find local farmers setup at the River Market selling their goods. My husband and I enjoy going on Saturday mornings to run along the river and then do some shopping at the market. You can find everything from fresh peaches, honey, and eggs to homemade soap and lotion- all while supporting our local farmers. I turned to one of the directors of the market to get more insight and answer some questions you might have had yourself. Where is the River Market and what days/times is it open? Is it year around? 1900 Jack Warner Pkwy, across from the Tuscaloosa Library. The Farmers market is open every Saturday from 7am – Noon, year round and Tuesdays seasonally.

DESSERTS

Sweet CeCe's Frozen yogurt Treats 2217 University Blvd. | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 561.6458 A fun and friendly make your own creation, yogurt experience!

Celebrations Bakery, Inc. 1832 McFarland Blvd N | Northport // 339.3221 Fax: 349.1945 Cold Stone Creamery 1130 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa //343.1670 Specializes in customized ice cream Hours: Mon–Thurs 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sun 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Dunkin' Donuts 2520 Stillman Blvd. |Tuscaloosa// 349.3400 McCorvey Dr. | Tuscaloosa // 348.4041 www.dunkindonuts.com Mary's Cakes & Pastries 412 22nd Avenue | behind Opus | Northport // 345.8610 www.maryscakesandpastries.com Mon–Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Sat 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

TCBY (3 Locations) 2304 Mcfarland Blbd | Meadowbrook Shopping Center // 349.4661 // 2 Mcfarland Blvd | Northport | Essex Shopping Center // 758.6855 // 1130 Univ. Blvd. | The Strip // 345.0804 Yogurt In Love Patriot Center 7402 Highway 69 South Phone Number: 764.9173 Fax Number: 764.9228 Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday 11 a.m.-10 pm. Yogurt Lab 920 Paul W. Bryant Dr Ste 200 | Tuscaloosa // 347.9522 Yogurt Mountain 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 342.1484 Mon–Thurs 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. | Fri & Sat 11 a.m. - midnight

Smoothie King (2 locations) 415 15th Street | Tuscaloosa // 349.1721 Fax: 349.1945 1403 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 462.3664

Is the market only produce or what else can be purchased? It is a growers only market. If you don’t grow it, then you don’t sell it. There are a few arts/crafts vendors, but we must maintain a 70% farmer participation to be accredited. But some of our other vendors for example make & sell: Goat cheese, soap, & custom cutting boards. We have fresh cheesecake and other baked goods as well as locally raised beef and pork. Do the vendors take cash only or is credit card purchases allowed? Most of the vendors accept cash only, but a growing number are accepting credit cards. We have an ATM on site for your convenience. What is the advantage of shopping at the market verses the grocery store? Obviously it’s better quality and you see where your food is coming from. If you’ve never had a home grown tomato before then you better reevaluate your priorities …a good tomato will change your life. Most (not all) Grocery store tomatoes are picked

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up north when they are still green then gassed to produce the red hue…yuck. Keep in mind that a good number of our farmers sell to grocery stores, but buying straight from the grower sustains their existence. What does someone need to do if they are interested in becoming a vendor? We are full and not accepting any more vendors. Is there a place for people to get more information on the River Market? www.tuscaloosarivermarket.com Whenever possible, buy from local farmers or farmers’ markets. Not only will your food be better quality but also you will keep your money in the local economy. Buying local will reduce the amount of greenhouse gas created when food has to be flown or trucked in. Nowadays, it is not only things like sugar, coffee, chocolate, tea, and bananas that are shipped long distances. Fruits and vegetables that were once grown locally in household gardens and small farms are now being shipped into the United States from other countries. It is estimated that the average American meal travels 1500 miles to get from the farm to your plate. In order to transport food long distances, much of it is picked while still unripe and then gassed to “ripen” it after transport. Produce is also lasting longer for transport through the use of preservatives and irradiation to keep it stable for a longer shelf life. Remember, we are what we eat. When these preservatives and other chemicals are mixed in our food, they do not magically go away when consumed. Along with the vendors selling things, they also have various activities going on that are family oriented. You can check out their website for more information and updates. Not only will you find some of the freshest produce and other items around, you will be supporting our local farmers, which is so important.

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THE HATEFUL EIGHT // GRITTY WESTERN

★★★★

he world emerges as a hostile, inhospitable setting in writer & director Quentin Tarantino’s second western “The Hateful Eight," and everybody but the innocent bystanders winds up getting what they deserve. Samuel L. Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen, Walton Goggins, and Channing Tatum seem never at a loss for words in this consistently entertaining but abrasively self-indulgent horse opera. Like a typical Tarantino tale, “The Hateful Eight” wallows in blood-splattered carnage, punctuated by gunfire, and intensified by politically incorrect subject matter laden with scatological, R-rated profanity. Set in a sprawling mosaic of snow-swept Wyoming mountains, this suspenseful bounty hunters versus outlaws western methodically unfolds like a claustrophobic but chatty Agatha Christie drawing-room murdermystery. Predictably, Tarantino shoots the works with both surprises and shocks that keep this static outing interesting as well as melodramatic. A suspicious bounty hunter escorts a homicidal dame with a $10-thousand dollar reward on her head for a date with the gallows. During his journey, the bounty hunter encounters various gunmen and takes refuge with them in a remote stagecoach relay station during a freezing blizzard. The predominantly allmale cast is nothing short of exceptional, but this doesn’t eclipse Jennifer Jason Leigh’s performance as a slimy villain. Now, if you’re not an ardent connoisseur of all things Tarantino, you may find yourself exiting the premises before the film reaches its midpoint. Scruffy, loud-mouthed, bounty hunter John Ruth (Kurt Russell of “Tombstone”) has chartered a private stagecoach to transport his prisoner, Daisy Domergue (Jennifer Jason Leigh of “Backdraft”), to the town of Red Rock. He is taking Daisy in alive to watch her hang for her crimes. Along the trail, Ruth runs into another bounty hunter, Major Marquis Warren (Samuel L. Jackson of “Pulp Fiction”), who is smoking his pipe perched atop a stack of three frozen corpses. Major Warren gunned down these three guys for the collective $8-thousand dollar bounty on their heads. Unlike Ruth, Warren takes no chances and shows up with his desperadoes dead rather than alive. Major Warren explains that his

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horse fell dead during the trip across the mountains, and he inquires if Ruth will give him a lift. Reluctantly, Ruth allows Warren to climb aboard. Before Warren can enter the stagecoach, Ruth orders him to surrender his two six-shooters to the coachman, O.B Jackson (James Parks of “Machete”), for safekeeping. Later, another man stranded on foot, Chris Mannix (Walton Goggins of “Cowboys & Aliens”), who claims to be the sheriff of Red Rock flags them down. When Ruth demands to see his badge, Mannix explains that he was riding to Red Rock when his horse stepped into a gopher hole and he had to shoot it. Initially, Ruth refuses to believe Mannix. Mannix explains that Red Rock recently lost their sheriff and that he is replacing him. Since he hasn’t gotten to Red Rock yet, he doesn’t have a badge. Furthermore, Mannix argues that Warren and the coach driver will serve as witnesses to testify against Ruth if Mannix is found frozen dead in the snow because Ruth wouldn’t oblige him. Glumly, Ruth lets Mannix join them. Before he lets Mannix aboard, Ruth strikes up an uneasy alliance with Warren. Ruth lets Warren reclaim his revolvers and promises to protect him if Warren will watch over him, too. An infamous Confederate marauder, Mannix is wary of Major Warren who is an exUnion cavalryman with his own notorious reputation. According to Mannix, Warren burned down a Confederate prison camp to escape from it. During the conflagration, more than forty young Confederate recruits died. CSA President Jefferson Davis put a bounty on Warren’s head and Federal authorities drummed him out of the cavalry. Basically, the three men aboard the stagecoach remain deeply suspicious about each other despite any deals they may have forged. Eventually, the stagecoach arrives at a lonely relay station called Minnie Haberdashery where six horse stagecoach teams are changed while the passengers rest and refresh themselves. Warren is surprised to learn that Minnie and her family not only have left the relay station in the hands of a Mexican, Bob (Demián Bichir of “Savages”), but also have gone to visit friends. Meantime, Ruth ushers Daisy inside at gunpoint and interrogates the three guests about their identities and destinations. He learns that an Englishman, Oswaldo Mobray (Tim

Roth of “Reservoir Dogs”), is a hangman in route to Red Rock. The other man, a drover back from a cattle drive, Joe Gage (Michael Madsen of “Die Another Day”), is heading to see his mother on the far side of Red Rock. Ruth disarms both men, dismantles their revolvers, and sends O.B. into the freezing storm to dump their firearms in the nearby outhouse. The other guest, elderly Confederate General Sandy Smithers (Bruce Dern of “The Cowboys”), doesn’t own a gun. Nevertheless, Ruth doesn’t trust any of them, and he keeps Daisy attached to a chain around his wrist. Meantime, Warren doesn’t believe Mexican Bob’s story about Minnie, but he doesn’t have enough evidence to call him a liar. Unquestionably, the scenes in the stagecoach station constitute the best part of this western. Kurt Russell blusters through his role as John Ruth, giving a variation on the John Wayne performance that he gave for John Carpenter in “Big Trouble in Little China.” He plays a character who is far friendlier than the Stuntman Mike villain he played in Tarantino’s “Death Proof” (1986). Samuel L. Jackson is at the top of his game as the controversial Major Warren. He dresses like the Lee Van Cleef character Colonel Douglas Mortimer did in Sergio Leone’s second Clint Eastwood movie “For a Few Dollars More.” Channing Tatum appears near the end as a French pistolero who keeps the bullet loops on his holstered pair of revolvers stuffed with lead. The character that Jennifer Jason Leigh plays hasn’t a shred of decency, and John Ruth doesn’t treat her with diplomacy. At one point, he smashes out her front teeth after she gets him riled. “The Hateful Eight” clocks in at 168 minutes. Essentially, Tarantino takes his own sweet time setting up the situation and developing the characters. He gives each of the eight a chance to showcase themselves once the blizzard confines everybody to the stagecoach station with nowhere else to go. During the second half, we learn a lot about these characters. Whether they are wounded or killed, you probably won’t shed a tear for any of them. If you’re looking for role models, you won’t find them. These guys and especially the girl are all

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dastards. Nevertheless, die-hard Tarantino fans will find it in their hearts to forgive him for the elongated running time, applaud his spontaneous, slam-bang violence, and chuckle at his ghoulish gallery of gruesome characters. Indeed, Tarantino’s eighth feature film lives up to its title, and some parts of it are more hateful than other parts. Compared with Tarantino’s previous seven epics, this gritty, gimleteyed western resembles “Reservoir Dogs” with its Spartan number of settings. In fact, the director has said that not only he was influenced by Sergio Corbucci’s Spaghetti westerns, but also the cult science fiction horror movie “The Thing” that starred Kurt Russell. Altogether “The Hateful Eight” qualifies as Tarantino’s best since “Jackie Brown.”

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ometimes, the best thing a remake can do is remind you how inspired the original was. Kathryn Bigelow’s rambunctious FBI procedural crime thriller “Point Break” (1991) followed a rookie G-man as he investigated a dauntless quartet of bank robbers on a crime spree that sported latex masks of past presidents. Zesty dialogue, dynamic performances, striking surfing footage, and slam-bang shoot-outs propelled this invigorating film through its formula. “Invincible” director Ericson Core, who started out as a cinematographer on actioneers like “The Fast and the Furious,” “Daredevil,” and “Payback,” has helmed a remake every bit as adrenaline-laced as Bigelow’s vintage venture. Indeed, Core and veteran second unit director Mic Rodgers have staged stupendous stunts galore that are tentimes more electrifying than those Bigelow came up for in her tense Los Angeles based beach saga. Comparatively, Core and “Law Abiding Citizen” scenarist Kurt Wimmer have shown the good sense to expand their remake beyond the confines of Los Angeles and set it in a larger-thanlife, international arena. Furthermore, the feisty villains in the remake hail from different countries just as their audacious felonies occur in picturesque parts of Italy, Germany, Hawaii, Switzerland, Venezuela, and French Polynesia. If you cannot getaway to these exotic locales, “Point Break” is the closest thing you’ll get beyond an atmospheric National Geographic documentary. The second best thing that this remake does is deliver realistic, death-defying, style stunts that will have you cringing in fear or clutching the armrests of your seat with whiteknuckled fists. Extreme sports junkie Johnny Utah (Luke Bracey of “The November Man”) and his best friend, Jeff (Max Thieriot of “Jumper”), have embarked on a freestyle motocross in the rugged Arizona desert. They straddle their dirt bikes with reckless but nimble abandon along the spine of a treacherous mosaic of knolls while a helicopter shoots video of their suicidal shenanigans. The montage of these

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daredevils careening toward the end of the spine and then leaping their bikes like Evel Knievel across a gap to skid to a stop atop a towering monolith of rock the size of a small helipad is harrowing. Unfortunately, Jeff skids too far, cannot recover, and plunges to his death from the mountain-top. Jeff’s demise thoroughly devastates Johnny. Johnny quits, goes back to school, and then graduates from law school. Seven years later, our hero enters the FBI and finishes the obstacle course at Quantico as if it were a picnic. Nevertheless, Johnny’s boss, Instructor Hall (Delroy Lindo of “Malcolm X”), isn’t sure Utah will fit in as an FBI agent after he completes probationary period. Meanwhile, an eccentric gang of thieves that has been ripping off millions from companies around the globe with ties to American conglomerates has the Bureau stymied. This intrepid quartet storms the tenth floor of an African diamond company with their bikes and clean sweeps a fortune in jewels. Afterward, they launch their bikes from the tenth floor and deploy parachutes as they descend. These fearless Robin Hood robbers surprise the unsuspecting poverty-stricken natives of Mumbai and shower them with a million dollars worth of diamonds. Later, these thieves raid a cargo plane in flight and release two giant pallets of paper currency in the skies above Mexico. A blizzard of paper descends onto more unsuspecting but ecstatic natives. The FBI is hopelessly baffled by both robberies. Johnny Utah

barges into Hall’s office and argues that the felons are extreme athletes. According to our hero, these criminals are trying to complete a gauntlet of ‘Ordeals’ set up by an environmentalist-guru, Ozaki Ono, who died before he could finish them himself. As it turns out, the ring leader of the gang, Bodhi (Édgar Ramírez of “The Bourne Ultimatum”), was the man who was with Ono when Ono died. Roach (Clemens Schick of “Casino Royale”), Chowder (Tobias Santelmann of “Hercules”), and Grommet (Matias Varela of “Easy Money”) are in cahoots with Bodhi. Hall sends Utah to scrutinize these guys with veteran FBI agent Pappas (Ray Winstone of “The Gunman”) supervising him. Johnny manages to infiltrate the gang after he nearly drowns during a surfing accident. The same thing happened to the Keanu Reeves character in the original. Instead of the gang’s moll saving his life, Bodhi rescues him. Our rookie FBI agent is clearly impressed by Bodhi and classifies him as a Zen warrior in search of Nirvana. Predictably, Utah’s sympathetic attitude puts him at odds with his cynical superiors. Our protagonist accompanies Bodhi’ bunch on an ‘Ordeal’ where they don flying suits and glide through a craggy mountain pass as if they were acrobatic squirrels

on aerial maneuvers. The camaraderie between heroic Luke Bracey and villainous Édgar Ramírez isn’t as compelling as it was between Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze in Bigelow’s earlier film. Bodhi surprises Utah because he isn’t interested in keeping the loot as much as giving it to the less fortunate. Utah struggles to convince the Bureau that Bodhi and his cronies consider themselves crusaders rather than criminals. Furthermore, they indulge in their insane antics to see when they will reach ‘point break’ where their fear will make them cowards. Altogether, the new “Point Break” is only half as good as its superior predecessor. The chief problem is that Core bogs the story down in the eight ‘Ordeals’ that Bodhi and his crew must perform. Literally, the stunts overshadow the story! Unfortunately, the movie degenerates into a surfeit of sensational looking Guinness Book of World Records stunts. Core sacrifices any sense of narrative cohesion because he repeatedly puts the plot on pause to indulge in the aerobatics. Eventually, the new “Point Break” reaches its own point break, and you find yourself wishing that the filmmakers would stop delaying the inevitable finale. The last bank heist delivers a genuine surprise as our hero imperils himself to capture the villain, but by then “Point Break” has worn out its welcome. Although it doesn’t surpass the original “Point Break,” this energetic remake will keep you poised on the edge of your seat.

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MISS PIGGY // YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE Well, she doesn’t look like Miss Piggy, but that is her name! Miss Piggy is a 3- to 4-year-old female terrier/ miniature pinscher mix. She has a smooth solid black coat and flapped ears, with a slim build. She is a small dog, weighing only 13 pounds, and this is full-grown. We think she could use a few more pounds! Miss Piggy was pulled from our local animal shelter where she had been picked up by Animal Control as a stray. Poor Piggy had been down there for over two months and no one came to claim her or adopt her, so she is now with us. Miss Piggy is very friendly and easygoing with people; she just loves attention and to be with you. Piggy should be fine in an apartment, and the good thing about a young adult dog is she is not as high-energy! But she will need daily walks and some exercise. She will require a fenced in yard if left outside any unattended. Miss Piggy is territorial over her food, treats and toys so we won’t adopt her out to families with children under 14. She seems to do okay with other dogs, but a trial will be recommended. Piggy will make a great companion dog for someone looking for a 4-legged buddy. We have started her crate training. Piggy is up to date on her vet care, spayed, heartworm negative and is microchipped. She is on heartworm and flea/tick prevention. Come meet this sweet young lady and be prepared to fall in love!!

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hilst most pet owners are concerned about the oral hygiene of their pet, many others should understand that this is a matter that could possibly carry severe repercussions if left unattended. The problem does not end with just the mouth. It goes on to unleash various other medical complications that may in some cases, prove to be fatal. Pet owners at times may notice their cat has a bad smell. They may ignore it. However, the bad smell coming from the pet’s mouth may be a sign of oral disease. The fact is that a cat’s oral hygiene is essential for maintaining the overall health of the pet. Poor oral hygiene does not only cause tooth decay or gum disease. Apart from aggravating these conditions, poor oral hygiene goes on to cause serious health issues such as heart, kidney and lung diseases. A cat's teeth are most vulnerable to plaque build-up. The plaque could go on to cause separation of the gums from the teeth. This would in return cause the formation of packets of bacteria which result in infections. The problem does not end here as it goes on to afflict the internal organs of the body. Failure of internal organs such heart and kidneys could possibly result in death. These are the reasons why any pet dental problem needs to be avoided. The best way to do so is by introducing hygiene practices early. Though it is difficult to train a cat to accept routine brushing, it becomes easier once you start doing it regularly. There are some brushing techniques that need to be learnt. Another important aspect of preventing a pet dental problem is inspecting the cat teeth for any signs of oral diseases. In particular, the presence of inflamed gums or cysts under the tongue needs to be checked. Regular checkups and followup appointments are a good way to prevent the pet dental problem. Cat teeth unlike humans do not suffer from tooth enamel decay. Generally it is an infection or inflammation or receding of gums that afflicts them. This is exactly what causes discomfort and drooling in the pets. Dental disease as pointed out earlier, can cause heart and kidney diseases in older cats. This is because of the bacteria that live in the infected tissue that could go on to enter the blood stream and hence affect the internal organs. Hence, as it can be seen, cat teeth are vulnerable to tartar and plaque. These can give rise to a host of other medical problems such as gum disease, tooth decay and infections. The next possible cause is the failure of internal organs such as the heart and kidneys because the bacterium that has accumulated in the gums finds a way to enter the blood stream and lodge itself in the internal organs. This calls for the need to attend to the cat teeth to avoid any oral health problems. This needs to be addressed occasionally so that an overall good oral hygiene can be maintained. This is because cat teeth require special care.

BOOTS // TALL, DARK & HANDSOME These Boots were made for…meowing?! Boots is a very tall, handsome adult male who was recently returned to us after being adopted eight years ago. Due to a divorce situation he is now at the shelter once again. Poor Boots! He is a friendly, calm cat that loves attention. All he really wants is to be loved on and petted. What a sweet boy! Boots is a wonderful cat who needs a new home, will it be yours? Boots is negative for FIV and FeLK, current on vaccinations and neutered. If you are interested in giving MISS PIGGY or BOOTS the forever home they want and deserve, visit the Humane Society of West Alabama at http://www.humanesocietyofwa.org or call us at (205)-554-0011.

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VOLUNTEER The Humane Society of West Alabama is in need of volunteers for both the cat and dog facilities. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer please contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteerhswa@gmail.com or go ahead and download a volunteer application from www.humanesocietyofwa.org/formsinfo.html and send to the same email.

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THURSDAY, Jan 7

Acoustic Night featuring Eric Taylor WHEN: 7:30pm-9:30pm COST: Admission WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://www.bluerubymusic.com/home/ News.html

SATURDAY, Jan 9

The Miss Alabama Jr. High, High School, Collegiate America WHEN: 5:00pm-7:00pm COST: Admission WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/

SATURDAY, Jan 16

Tuscaloosa Farmers’ Market WHEN: 7:00am-12:00pm COST: Vendor prices WHERE: River Market and Visitors Center 1900 Jack Warner Parkway Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 248-5295 LINK: http://www.tuscaloosarivermarket. com/ DESCRIPTION: Join us for the Tuscaloosa Farmers’ Market from your local farmers every Saturday from 7AM - Noon.

SATURDAY, Jan 16

Tuscaloosa High School Beauty Walk WHEN: 6:00pm-8:00pm COST: Admission price WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/ comingattractions.php

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TUESDAY, Jan 12

Bama Art House — “Room” WHEN: 7:30pm-9:30pm COST: Admission WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/ DESCRIPTION: (2015) Drama (Rated R) Director: Lenny Abrahamson Writers: Emma Donoghue Stars: Brie Larson, Jacob Tremblay, Sean Bridgers Synopsis: After five-year-old Jack and his mother escape from the enclosed surroundings that Jack has known his entire life, the boy makes a thrilling discovery: the outside world.

Bama Art House - “All Things Must Pass: The Rise and Fall of Tower Records” WHEN: 7:30pm-9:30pm Admission WHERE: Bama Theatre 600 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/bamaarthouse. php DESCRIPTION: Sponsored by Left Hand Soap Company and Oz Music (2015) Documentary/History/Music (Rated R) Director: Colin Hanks Writer: Steven Leckart Stars: Russ Solomon, Chris Cornell, Heidi Cotler Synopsis: ‘All Things Must Pass’ is a documentary that explores the rise and fall of Tower Records, and its legacy forged by its rebellious founder,

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Bama Fanfare: “Chicken Dance” WHEN: 12:30pm-1:30pm and 9:30pm10:30pm COST: Admission; Contact Sharron at education@tuscarts.org for tickets WHERE: Bama Theatre 600 Greensboro Ave Tuscaloosa AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://bamatheatre.org/ Railroad Earth WHEN: 8:30pm-11:59pm COST: $20 WHERE: Druid City Music Hall 1307 University Blvd Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 523-7078

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LINK: http://visittuscaloosa.com/calendarof-events-old DESCRIPTION: They can jam with the best of them and they have some bluegrass influences, but they use drums and amplifiers. What kind of music can Railroad Earth’s be described as? Mandolin/vocalist John Skehan offers this semi-descriptive term: “I always describe it as a string band, but an amplified string band with drums.” Tim Carbone takes a swing: “We’re a Country & Eastern band! ” Todd Sheaffer offers “A souped-up string band? I don’t know. I’m not good at this.” Or, as a great drummer/singer/mandolin player with an appreciation for Americana once said: “Rock & roll!”

FRIDAY, Jan 13

Hudson Strode Shakespeare Movie Series: “Scotland, PA” WHEN: 7:30pm-9:30pm COST: Admission WHERE: Bama Theatre, 600 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa PHONE: (205) 758-5195 LINK: http://english.ua.edu/grad/ strode/films

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Jess Glynne // Mercy Lounge

THURSDAY, JAN 14

WEDNESDAY, JAN 27

Grace Potter // Iron City Roscoe Dash // Zydeco

Journey & the Doobie Brothers // Ascend Amphitheter Justin Bieber // Bridgestone Arena

FRIDAY, JAN 15

Ron White // The Alabama Theatre Harlem Globetrotters 2016 Tour // Bridgestone Arena

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SATURDAY, JAN 30

Rebelution // Nashville War Memorial Auditorium

City and Colour // Iron City Bloodkin // Zydeco

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FRIDAY, JAN 12

The Book of Mormon // Fabulous Fox Theatre

Railroad Earth // Iron City

THURSDAY, JAN 21

Greensky Bluegrass // Iron City Steve Earle // City Winery Nashville

THURSDAY, JAN 14

Seconds to Infinity // The Masquerade

Journey // JAN 27

WEDNEDAY, JAN 27

Ringling Ros. And Barnum & Bailey Circus // Legacy Arena at the BJCC

Madonna // JAN 18

THURSDAY, JAN 28

Peppa Pig Live // The Alabama Theatre

FRIDAY, JAN 29

Rebelution // Iron City

SATURDAY, JAN 30 Curren$y // Zydeco

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The Time Jumpers // 3rd and Lindsley Bar and Grill

Selena Gomez // JAN 21

MONDAY, JAN 18

Madonna // Bridgestone Arena

THURSDAY, JAN 21

Selena Gomez // Bridgestone Arena

SATURDAY, JAN 23

Tool and Primus // Bridgestone Arena

SUNDAY, JAN 24

Breaking Benjamin // Ryman Auditorium

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TUESDAY, JAN 19

WEDNESDAY, JAN 27

SATURDAY, JAN 16

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SUNDAY, JAN 31

Joe Rogan // Tabernacle

Lamb of God With Anthrax // Tabernacle

Aka Flocka Flame // Center Stage You’ve Got A Friend // Cobb County Civic Center Grace Potter // Tabernacle Shen Yun Performing Arts // Cobb Energy Performing Arts

Billy Gibbons And The Bfg’s // Variety Playhouse

MONDAY, JAN 25

Robert Earl Keen // Variety Playhouse

Naughty by Nature // The Masquerade Peppa Pig Live // Cobb Energy Performing Arts

Tool & Primus // Infinite Energy Center

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Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St NE 404.881.2100

Montgomery Performing Arts Center 201 Tallapoosa St 334.481.5100

Von Braun Center 700 Monroe St SW 256.551.2345

Amphitheater at the Wharf 23101 Canal Rd 251.224.1020

The Hangout 251.948.3030 thehangout1.com

The Nick 2514 10th Ave S 205.252.3831

WorkPlay 500 23rd St S 205.380.4082

Bridgestone Arena 501 Broadway 615.770.2000

Marathon Music Works 1402 Clinton St 615.891.1781

Sloss Furnaces 20 32nd St N 205.324.1911

Zydeco 2001 15th Ave S 205.933.1032

Centennial Olympic Park 265 Park Ave W NW 404.223.4412

Minglewood Hall 1555 Madison Ave 901.312.6058

Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre 2200 Encore Pkwy 404.733.5010

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>>> HOROSCOPES | W E E K L Y O V E R V I E W The week begins with potential conflict that could be difficult to resolve. With you or another displaying a stubborn attitude, nothing will shift unless one of you can be willing to compromise. Added to this, both Mercury and Jupiter enter a retrograde phase, so you could feel that life has come to a standstill. If this leaves you upset, your best bet might be to head out with some good friends for a heart-to-heart talk to shift your perspective and brighten your mood. Even though you're only a few days into the New Year, you may feel peeved that things aren't going according to plan. Key responsibilities could conflict with a desire to explore new ideas and opportunities. And with Mercury retrograde from Tuesday and Jupiter rewinding from Thursday, other people could seem to cause delays in the coming weeks. On Friday, you might also register a note of disappointment concerning someone's behavior. You'll do just fine if you amp up your willpower and continue on. What happens this week could affect your determination to stick with your New Year's resolutions. Even so, the presence of Mars in Scorpio does give you enhanced willpower. Some of your plans may be subject to delays, however, as Mercury begins its backward dance and Jupiter also rewinds. You'll need to be patient and keep your wits about you if you are to get as much done as you hope. The New Moon in Capricorn can encourage positive change in a key relationship.

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Just as you're hitting your stride things begin to look a little unsettled. You might have to lower your expectation of 2016 starting off on a dynamic note. Instead, you could find yourself having to review plans and reconsider certain decisions. It's also possible that a love affair or romance could prove disappointing this week, causing you to wonder whether it's right for you. For now, avoid being too adventurous and stick to things that are fairly easy to accomplish. Even though your mind power is strong now and in the coming weeks, you could experience some setbacks as Mercury, your personal planet, and Jupiter in your sign turn retrograde. Indeed, you might feel this in a particularly personal way, with key projects and ideas subject to complications and delays. Nevertheless, the New Moon in Capricorn can be helpful for doing the groundwork associated with a creative project. Once Mercury pushes forward again later in the month it will be time to make a start. It could be all too easy to get sidetracked unless you have very clear objectives this week, particularly as both Mercury and Jupiter begin a retrograde phase, which only adds confusion and delays to the mix. You might find that you have to be particularly businesslike when it comes to getting things done. But avoid getting too downhearted around Friday. Instead, see this as a chance to reconsider a deal or get a fresh perspective on a relationship that's important to you now. Mars in your sign boosts your energy, giving you greater determination to overcome obstacles in your path. And this is all to the good at this time, as you'll find you have a greater ability to handle the Mercury and Jupiter retrogrades, which begin this week. As Mercury moves back into Capricorn you'll have the opportunity to review plans and perhaps to take a fresh look at any deals that interest you. However, if you can avoid committing now it could save you a lot of hassle later. With 2016 now underway, you might need to take one or two steps back before you can move ahead. This is due to both Mercury and Jupiter entering their retrograde phase this week, which could derail certain plans. If you feel disappointed at your lack of progress, don't! This can be an excellent opportunity to review your goals and mission statement for the year ahead. If you're feeling less than enthused about one of your ideas, this is the time to make changes. Although this is a week of decisions and new beginnings for you, things may not be quite so clear cut as they seem. With Mercury rewinding in your sign and Jupiter turning retrograde in your zone of travel and adventure, you may need to check out a few things before you can get going. Indeed, the New Moon in your sign on January 9 can be an invitation to get your act together before you make a move. Doing so could help you avoid unnecessary complications. Mercury makes a brief visit to your sign and turns retrograde early this week, which could result in certain plans being delayed. In fact, you may not get going until Mercury pushes ahead again on January 25. Nevertheless, there is much you can achieve during this time. And the week ahead could be instrumental in encouraging you to examine your motives and get your priorities in order. Once you do, things should begin to fall into place more easily, and you'll feel a lot more confident, too.

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nside Druid City Brewing, Tuscaloosa’s original craft brewery, whose walls are painted bright yellow and decor includes original 90’s gaming systems, musical legend’s posters, and an assorted collection of LPs, stood Daniel Walker with drink in hand, surrounded by his closest friends. As he waited for his bandmates to show up, he spoke a bit about his upbringing, cities he had traveled to, and just how much the Tuscaloosa music scene had changed over the years. “There’s a lot more variety of sound and talent now,” Walker said. “I mean, it’s always changing and evolving. Mainly because it is a college town, so people are in and out, but the music scene has definitely grown here, for sure.” With a soothing, big-brother type of personality, he made certain everyone around him was having a good time, feeling comfortable and at ease in their surroundings. It was then, one by one, Michael Ray, Sarah Ferguson, and Matt Younge arrived. “Hey, I’m Sarah,” Ferguson said, approaching the table where her other bandmates were seated at. Sporting an edgy, rocker vibe, wearing a graphic tee, black skinny jeans and a flannel tied around her waist, she was greeted with genuine smiles. There is an undeniable charm and charisma between The Copper Dogs. Each with their individual personality and style, make up what is one of Tuscaloosa’s newest and most successful bands. “We originally played as a three piece, Matt joined us I think in January and we’ve been playing together since. It hasn’t been that long, which is crazy.” Ferguson said. The band’s beginning was informal

at first, hanging out and building a friendship was the main priority. “There more in tune we are with one another, the more developed our sound and songs become.” Ferguson said. Daniel’s cordial and hospitable personality, Sarah’s compelling determination and passion, Matt’s quiet and shy persona, and Michael’s sense of humor, allows for those who surround them to get a glimpse into the bond and friendship they have with one another. It has been a year of firsts for The Dogs, slowly building up a social media presence and following -- giving the world access into what it is that makes them so special in the first place; free-spiritedness. “Druid City Brewing trusted us,” Ferguson said. “We owe where we are today to them. We practice here, held our first gig here. They allowed us to come in and sorta yell into a microphone, and it’s very humbling.” Now, as the band reflects on their accomplishments and looks ahead at the new year, The Dogs all simultaneously agree that music is the fire that drives them all. “It’s all about playing,” Michael Ray said. “It’s the start of it all, where the passion is, you know?” After a year of gigs, developing their platforms and fan base, The Dogs dedicated the entire month of December to songwriting with the hopes that in the new year they will be able to go on the road for a small tour throughout the southeast region of the states. “That’s definitely the goal we’re aiming for,” Ferguson said. “It’d be cool to play throughout different cities and states.” Catch The Copper Dogs at The Booth on January 21 at 10 p.m.

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>>> H I G H T I D E S P O R T S | GARY HARRIS The Tide extended a recent offer to Connor Murphy. The standout defensive end is considering Michigan, Oregon, Stanford and USC, among others. Murphy is likely to set a visit to Alabama for later this month.

DE JONATHAN KONGBO 6-5, 265, 4.7 Yuma, AZ / Arizona Western CC Committed to Tennessee UA offer

Alabama has made strides with JUCO star Jonathan Kongbo. Kongbo, who is committed to Tennessee, is a top junior college DL prospect with three years to play. He's been in recent contact with Tide assistants Bo Davis and Jeremy Pruitt and with Nick Saban. It might not become clear exactly where Alabama stands until Kongbo visits later this month.

DL ROSS BLACKLOCK 6-3, 315, 5.0 Missouri City, TX / Elkins HS

Ross Blacklock plans to make an official visit to UA on January 15. The Tide staff wants to take a closer look at Blacklock during the visit. A firm offer might possibly come at that point. Blacklock is also considering TCU and Texas A&M.

BAMA RECRUITING UPDATE Tide needs to finish strong on the DL

s the home stretch of recruiting nears, one of the Tide's highest priorities is addressing its needs on the defensive line. Alabama is expected to sign at least five defensive linemen, and could possibly sign up to six or seven. Alabama has commitments from three defensive linemen, including Quinnen Williams of Birmingham-Wenonah, Kendell Jones of Killeen-Shoemaker, TX and Raekwon Davis of Meridian, MS. There's been some speculation about the academic status of Davis and Jones. The Tide staff is expected to make a thorough evaluation of Davis' academic standing within the next week or so. Davis continues to look at other schools, including FSU, LSU, Mississippi State and Ole Miss. If he projects to qualify, we think he'll stick with Bama. Sources are confident that Jones will qualify. Alabama is in the mix with several other outstanding defensive linemen. The bad news is that the Tide will be engaged in some serious recruiting battles for those prospects when things heat up between January 15 and national signing day on February 3. At this point, it's virtually impossible to predict which defensive linemen will ultimately end up signing with the Tide. But here's a quick update of some of the top targets.

DE JEFFERY SIMMONS 6-4, 275, 4.8 Macon, MS / Noxubee County HS UA offer

Since last winter we have felt that Jeffery Simmons would end up being one of the most hotly recruited defensive linemen in

the country. Simmons is an elite prospect who could make an early impact for the Tide next season. Simmons has visited Tuscaloosa numerous times over the past year. He's slated to make an official to UA on January 22. Simmons is also planning visits to Mississippi State (1/15) and Ole Miss (1/29). The Rebels are extremely confident on Simmons. Ole Miss feels they lead. But Alabama and Mississippi State are still definitely in the mix.

DL MICHAL CARTER 6-4, 316, 4.98 Jackson, GA / Jackson HS UA offer

It's likely to come down to an AlabamaGeorgia battle for Michail Carter. A year ago, Carter seemed to be all Georgia. But after he had a great summer camp in Tuscaloosa, the Tide started turning for Bama. Keep an eye on the Tide here. Chances appear to be very good.

DL NICK COE

6-6, 260, 4.9 Asheboro, NC / Asheboro HS Committed to Auburn UA offer A defensive lineman worth keeping a close eye on is Auburn commit Nick Coe. Coe is vastly underrated by most of the network services, but he's highly regarded by college coaches. Coe has tremendous potential to develop into a standout in college.

DL DERRICK BROWN 6-5, 319, 5.28 Sugar Hill, GA / Lanier HS UA offer

Derrick Brown, a highly heralded prospect had a great official visit to Alabama back on December 12. The Tide moved solidly into the mix for Brown following the visit. With visits remaining to Georgia (1/15), Auburn (1/22) and Tennessee (1/29), it's still a bit early to predict exactly Bama's chances. But, for now, the Tide is in the middle of it.

DE CONNOR MURPHY 6-7, 250, 5.1 Phoenix, AZ / Brophy Prep UA offer

DL JAMAR KING

6-5, 285, 4.9 Ukiah, CA / Mendocino College UA offer Another junior college standout slated to visit is Jamar King. The Tide is bringing several prospects, including King, to campus for further evaluation. King will visit Alabama on January 22. He plans to visit Ohio State on January 29.

DL RASHARD LAWRENCE 6-2, 305, 5.21 Monroe, LA / Neville HS UA offer

At one point, the Tide led for Rashard Lawrence. For now, it appears unlikely that he'll end up at UA.

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