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22 STORIES 4 NEEDTOBREATHE// ALAN SCULLEY

“Needtobreathe discovered that firsthand in touring its 2014 album, “Rivers In the Wasteland.” As the venues got bigger, the group’s show and performing style had to change with it.”

6 THEATRE TUSCALOOSA CHILDREN'S CAMP // THEATRE TUSCALOOSA “We are once again looking forward to this annual tradition,” said Theatre Tuscaloosa Managing Director Adam Miller. “Working hand-in-hand with Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre is a wonderful way for us to accomplish our educational mission. We see this camp as an investment in the future talent of our community.”

7 MULLIGAN BROTHERS// SOCIAL UPDATE

“The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa will present The Mulligan Brothers in concert on Acoustic Night, April 20, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Bama Theatre’s Greensboro Room with doors opening at 7 p.m. Cover charge is $15.”

22 COMMUNITY ARTS // REGINALD ALLEN Film Series, Exhibits and more.

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NEEDTOBREATHE// SUCCESS AND THE CHALLENGES THAT COME WITH IT

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uccess, obviously, has its perks. But it also brings a few challenges.

Needtobreathe discovered that firsthand in touring its 2014 album, “Rivers In the Wasteland.” As the venues got bigger, the group’s show and performing style had to change with it.

we’ve ever had to make,” Rinehart said. “When you’ve got this many records, six albums now, it’s like how many songs can you fit in in that period of time?”

Needtobreathe is taking some steps to keep as many songs as possible – particularly from the back catalog – in it show.

“The struggle or the difficulty of the last tour was, as the venues got bigger, you’re playing to 7,000, 8,000 people, sometimes you didn’t feel like you had that same intimacy with the people in the back as the front,” singer/guitarist Bear Rinehart explained in a recent phone interview.

“We’re trying to do a few medleys and maybe shorter versions of songs,” Rinehart said. “Let’s give people a chance to sing along to the choruses they know."

The venues aren’t getting any smaller as Needtobreathe tours behind its new album, “Hardlove.” The group's tour last fall played mainly arenas and outdoor amphitheaters holding 10,000 or more fans – a sure sign that the group’s popularity is continuing to expand. Now Needtobreathe is opening select shows on the Tim McGraw/Faith Hill tour -- another arena/amphitheater outing.

"The record’s vibe is a pretty fun record," Rinehart said. "It’s probably the most dance record we’re ever going to make, and so that’s really easy to translate live.”

The group is trying to make sure people in the back of venues get the same experience as the lucky fans sitting close to the stage by adding video when possible to its stage production.

The group members have also learned how to tailor their performing style to help make sure what they’re expressing on stage reaches throughout the venue.

“I think one thing is you have to be a little more deliberate,” Rinehart said. “I think sometimes I feel like I’m putting a lot of passion and energy into my vocal performance. Maybe you can see the veins in my neck popping out, that kind of thing. In a theater that really comes across. In a big amphitheater you’ve got to do some bigger arm motions to get that across. It’s got to be larger than life.”

What’s also getting more difficult as success allows Needtobreathe to continue making albums is deciding what songs to play in a concert – a challenge that will be a bit greater on the dates with McGraw and Hill since the set will be fairly short.

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The group is also trying to make room for songs from "Hardlove."

Don’t get the idea, though, that Rinehart is complaining about the side effects of Needtobreathe’s continued success. He’s seen much bigger problems than writing a set list or figuring out how to connect with fans in the nosebleed seats.

Go back five years or so and Rinehart didn’t know if Needtobreathe was even going to remain a band.

Formed in 2000 in Seneca, South Carolina when Rinehart, his brother Bo Rinehart (guitar), Seth Bolt (bass) and Joe Stillwell (drums) were still in college, the group made a quick impact in Christian music with its first two CDs, “Daylight” (2006) and “Heat” (2007).

With the 2009 album, “The Outsiders,” that popularity began to expand to the mainstream market, as that album reached No. 20 on “Billboard” magazine’s Top 200 album chart.

Then, the 2011 follow-up, “The Reckoning,” hit No. 6 on the “Billboard” album chart and topped the magazine’s Christian music and rock album charts.

But within the band, tensions between the Rinehart brothers were building to a boiling point. The two split songwriting duties, and rather than pushing them to write better songs, the competitive approach they took to songwriting was corroding the brothers’ relationship and the dynamic within Needtobreathe as a whole. Stillwell, in fact, left the group

in 2012. (Keyboardist Josh Lovelace completes the current lineup.)

“We were in different dressing rooms.

We wouldn’t talk much on show days.

We were doing a lot more fighting than creating,” Rinehart said, describing the place he and his brother had reached.

“I think probably a lot things contributed to (this), but I think the biggest thing is when you start seeing music as a means to an end, you start valuing the success of things or how many tickets you sold, whatever it is, over relationships or the reason that you do it. Then things are going to go bad.”

Fortunately, Bear and Bo Rinehart realized what was happening, and came to each other to say their relationship as brothers was more important than Needtobreathe.

They would either find better ways to work together or they would move on to separate musical projects.

“It’s a strange thing when you’re in a business with your brother because there’s pressure,” Rinehart said. “You both have families and it’s kind of like you feel this thing like I can’t quit because he depends on me. I think both of us at that time gave each other permission, and said hey, if you don’t think this is right or we can’t make this work, let’s move on. It’s OK if you want to do that. I think even just that, taking that pressure off, changed a lot (of things).”

What emerged was a far more supportive songwriting dynamic between the two brothers for “Rivers In the Wasteland.” And the brothers’

relationship only improved further in making “Hardlove” – even though they evolved the band’s sound notably on the album.

The melodic and punchy rock-pop sound of earlier albums remains, but where the earlier music was guitar based, “Hardlove” brings more synthesizers and a far bigger synthetic sound into the mix. Songs like “Money & Fame” (with its faux horns and slick groove), the title track, with a soulful vocal that fits with the big programmed beats and cascading synths in the tune, are prime examples of the new Needtobreathe sound.

Rinehart traced the decision to explore the synthier/more synthetic direction back to a remix of the hit single song “Brother” (from “Rivers In the Wasteland”) that was done by Dave Tozer.

“He had done a lot more real kind of R&B/soul stuff,” Rinehart said. “And he kind of put a clap track in our drums and we were like ‘Huh?’ At first, we were like ‘I don’t know.’ But that really grew on us and we really liked it. I think that sort of maybe opened up that can, if you will, for us.”

But while the sounds and tones on “Hardlove” are different, Rinehart said the songwriting approach and fundamentals stayed pretty much the same.

“What’s really refreshing about this record is that we can still play all of the songs acoustic and the songs are still there,” he said. “At the base of it is just hopefully good songs.”

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NEWS RENASANT BANK HOSTS MARCH AFTER HOURS Nearly 200 Chamber members turned out for March’s Business After Hours, held March 21 on the balcony at Renasant Bank in downtown Tuscaloosa. The festive event featured live music and giveaways, and heavy appetizers were catered by the popular food truck Local Roots.

Upcoming networking events for the Chamber include Business After Hours at BankFirst on April 11 and Alabama One on May 9, and Breakfast and Biz April 25 at Capstone Bank.

MAYOR AARON TALKS COOPERATION AT NORTHPORT ENGAGEMENT DINNER Mayor Donna Aaron talked about the importance of cooperation at the Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama's Northport Community Engagement Dinner, held Monday, March 27 at the Levee Bar and Grill.

"We're fortunate to have a wonderful, supportive council committed to doing the right thing," Aaron told attendees. "We've really hit the ground running." Since the election, Aaron said the focus was on passing a lean budget, paying off the city's substantial debt, and ending the practice of borrowing from the city's water and sewer fund to make payroll, among other key concerns. "We've also got several key positions we're trying to hire," she said. "I know there's been a lot of attention paid to the city administrator's position, but we've got an interim [Joseph Rose] in there doing a good job, and we've got a number of other positions that need to be filled."

Aaron said one area of interest to citizens is the upcoming move to one day per week garbage collection. The City of Northport currently collects garbage on a twice-weekly basis. "We have heard some pushback from citizens," she said. "However, this change will save the city a half-million dollars per year in workman's compensation premiums, and we're working on some public awareness. I think the citizens will be just as happy with one day a week collection." Aaron said the city will purchase one garbage can per household.

Aaron also addressed a number of traffic projects that are either in the city limits or will impact city limits. "I've been working with Mayor Maddox and the probate judge in the Tuscaloosa County Road Improvement Commission," she said." "This is a phenomenal group." Other topics addressed included streamlining city services, retail recruitment and the development of the city's riverfront.

The next Northport Community Engagement Dinner is scheduled for July 17. The event was sponsored by The Levee.

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THEATRE TUSCALOOSA AND ECOVIEWS TOO// ECOLOGY FOR ALL SEASONS TUSCALOOSA CHILDREN’S THEATRE TO OFFER SUMMER Whit Gibbons and Anne R. Gibbons THEATRE CAMP Ecoviews Too examines various human attitudes toward wildlife and the environment, focusing on seasonal occurrences and natural adaptations, in an engaging and informative manner.

Whit Gibbons and Anne R. Gibbons’s Ecoviews Too: Ecology for All Seasons is based on the popular weekly column “Ecoviews,” published by numerous newspapers for more than thirty years.

A follow-up to Ecoviews: Snakes, Snails and Environmental Tales, this lively and entertaining book provides a fascinating and thought-provoking look at the ecology of animals, plants, and their habitats, and promotes awareness of pressing environmental issues.

For the sixth consecutive summer, Theatre Tuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa Children's Theatre (TCT) will partner to present theatre camp. The summer day camp will be Mondays through Fridays, June 19-30, 2017, from 8:15 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Campers will learn acting, dance, music, improvisation, stage makeup, costume design, and audition tips. Camp is offered to students who are completing kindergarten through eleventh grade.

and operates on a first come, first served basis. Early registration is strongly encouraged.

“We are once again looking forward to this annual tradition,” said Theatre Tuscaloosa Managing Director Adam Miller. “Working hand-in-hand with Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre is a wonderful way for us to accomplish our educational mission. We see this camp as an investment in the future talent of our community.”

Camp instructors are seasoned theatre professionals who have demonstrated their talents both on stage and off. This year the camp will welcome a new instructor, Rhonda Wooley. She joins veteran instructors Brent Jones, Lindsey Jones, Merry Livingston, and Jeanette Waterman.

They will share knowledge and experience with campers using fun group exercises and interactive projects.

Campers will be divided into five different age groups and will rotate through four different classes each day. A showcase will be held at the end of camp. The cost of registration is $262 for each camper and includes a camp shirt. Registration is limited to twenty campers per age group

“Instructors for the camp will be a mix of our veteran teachers and some new faces,” said Camp Coordinator Drew Baker.

“I love watching the campers broaden their theatrical knowledge while having an incredibly enjoyable experience with their fellow campers.”

To download the registration form, view class descriptions, and meet the instructors, visit www.theatretusc.com. For more information, contact Camp Coordinator Drew Baker at 205.310.8010 or thebakers35406@att.net.

Because nature, in all its myriad and amazing manifestations, can be enjoyed all year round, this collection is conveniently divided into four sections paralleling the seasons and tracking the adaptations and responses of wildlife to the relentless changes that occur at any location over time. The ecological vignettes focus on seasonal happenings in the cycle of life. The authors not only draw parallels between the natural world and human activities but also highlight unique behaviors of various plant and animal species. They often use humor to get across their message regarding the need to protect our native species and the habitats they depend on for survival.

An intriguing and captivating publication, Ecoviews Too is comprised of fifty informative essays that address ecological topics such as camouflage and mimicry, hibernation and estivation, the human need to encounter scary animals, the mysteries of plant dormancy in winter, the comeback of the wild turkey coinciding with the decline of bobwhites, the chemistry behind the color change in fall leaves, and the top ten environmental problems facing the world today. Educating, entertaining, and delighting a general audience, especially those with an interest in nature, Ecoviews Too provides a useful resource for students and scientists alike.

ecology at the University of Georgia’s Savannah River Ecology Laboratory in Aiken, South Carolina. He is the author of more than a dozen popular and scientific books on the reptiles and amphibians of the United States, including Their Blood Runs Cold and Poisonous Plants and Venomous Animals of Alabama and Adjoining States. He is the coauthor of Ecoviews: Snakes, Snails, and Environmental Tales.

Anne R. Gibbons was a freelance editor and indexer until her retirement in 2014. She has worked for Columbia University Press, Johns Hopkins University Press, the University of New Mexico Press, and the University of Alabama Press, among others. She is the coauthor of Ecoviews: Snakes, Snails, and Environmental Tales.

“Ecoviews Too is an excellent collection of essays on ecology, natural history, and conservation, but with an abundance of philosophy and humor.”

—Robert W. Hastings, author of The Lakes of Pontchartrain: Their History and Environments

Whit Gibbons is a professor emeritus of The University of Alabama Press is a proud member of the Association of American University Presses. The Press currently publishes 70-75 new titles a year and has over 1,800 titles in print. It is a founding member of the University Press Content Consortium and is at the cutting edge of digital publishing. The Press is the publishing arm of the University of Alabama.

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THE MULLIGAN BROTHERS WILL BE FEATURED ON APRIL ACOUSTIC NIGHT//BAMA THEATER The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa will present The Mulligan Brothers in concert on Acoustic Night, April 20, 2017, at 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at the Bama Theatre’s Greensboro Room with doors opening at 7 p.m. Cover charge is $15.

The Mulligan Brothers is an Americana FolkRock band from Mobile, Ala. In golfers’ terms, a “mulligan” is a second chance, and the band represents a second chance for each member of the group. Veterans of other bands, this is where they found the music they always wanted to play.

The songwriting and warm, honest, straight-tothe heart voice of lead singer Ross Newell draws listeners into the group’s signature sound, where the harmonies of Greg DeLuca, Ben Leininger and Melody Duncan make the songs soar or haunt from the shadows. De Luca plays drums and Leininger is on the bass. Fiddler Melody Duncan recently joined the band, bringing a female voice and perspective.

The Mulligan Brothers have released two albums, “The Mulligan Brothers” and “Via Portland,” recorded in Portland with Grammy-winning producer Steve Berlin. They will soon release a “Live from The Netherlands” album, recorded during the recent tour that included shows at the famed Paradiso in Amsterdam and a spot on The Ramblin’ Roots Festival in Utrecht. They currently have over 3 million plays on Spotify, including

over 1 million of the song “Lay Here.”

The band kicked off 2017 with a return to the prestigious 30A Songwriter Festival in Florida followed by an appearance on “Music City Roots Nashville.” They returned to Ireland for JanuaryFebruary tour dates followed by a spot on “Cayamo 2017 - A journey Through Song,” a 7 day Roots Music Cruise in the company of such artists as Emmylou Harris, Rodney Crowell and Steve Earle. This is followed by a third appearance at New Orleans Jazz Fest, a three week Scandinavian tour and dates all across the U.S. For more information about the band, visit

facebook.com/themulliganbrothers and themulliganbrothers.com.

The Bama Theatre is located at 600 Greensboro Avenue in downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council or Bama Theatre, patrons should LIKE the Facebook page “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” and follow tuscarts on Twitter. Call 205-758-5195 or visit tuscarts.org for further information.

HUMANE SOCIETY OF WEST ALABAMA PARTNERS WITH MISS DOTS TO HOST DOGS AT DOTS FUNDRAISER Miss Dots will host Dogs at Dots, a fundraiser event for the Humane Society of West Alabama, on Saturday, April 29, from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. During the event, 15 percent of proceeds will go to HSWA to support its work in the Tuscaloosa community.

This family-friendly event will have activities for children, such as face painting, as well as HSWA merchandise for purchase. HSWA adoptable dogs will visit for a meet-and-greet, and volunteers will be on site to answer any questions guests may have.

Miss Dots, a casual dining restaurant featuring home-style cooking, is located at 1715 University Blvd.

The Humane Society of West Alabama, founded in 1971, is a no-kill, all-volunteer nonprofit organization. The HSWA relies on donations to fulfill its mission of caring for homeless or neglected animals, finding loving adopters for cats and dogs, and promoting humane treatment of animals throughout the west Alabama region.

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POKERRITO68//POKE GOODNESS T

here is no doubt that Tuscaloosa loves trendy food.

Cozy coffee shops and sleek smoothie bars have just about taken over the town. One trendy food that Tuscaloosa was missing?

Poke. We all know about poke not because we’ve seen it on any local menus, but because it is ALL. OVER. INSTAGRAM. Poke is essentially a deconstructed sushi roll and is usually served over a bowl of rice- isn’t everything better on a bed of carbohydrates? I agree.

About two weeks ago I was going on a late-night run for a Wendy’s 4 for $4, and I saw that the usually dark building next door had lights on…and people in it! I saw poke in the name and was immediately sold. The only thing that kept me from going right on over and trying some poke goodness was the fact that I wasn't wearing shoes…shout out to drive-throughs.

Fast forward to last Friday and I finally ventured back on 15th to try Pokerrito68. A friend and I walked into the compact restaurant and hopped in line. The restaurant has a very casual atmosphere but the sparsely decorated restaurant doesn't offer a lot of personality.

Nonetheless, it had the atmosphere of most other fast-casual restaurants.

Pokerrito68 is both brand new and tasty, so there were quite a few people waiting in line to order.

This line turned out to be a bit of a blessing, however, because there are lots of options to choose from. The restaurant offers poke bowls and sushi burritos. The poke bowls come in two sizes and patrons can pick from several fish,

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rice, and sides and can then add any number of toppings. There are several boards full of burrito options ranging from a California Roll style burrito to a burrito filled with chicken and avocado. My friend decided on the Roll Tide burrito that had steak, greens, carrots, and cabbage. Because I am a lover of “free” toppings, I opted for a poke bowl. I chose the white rice bowl topped with yellowfin tuna and crab. Though there were about 20 different toppings for the bowls, I kept it simple and added seaweed salad, pickled onions, and lots of spicy mayo and the Chef’s Special sauce. I also made an impulse buy at the cash register and got some miso soup to share.

My friend and I paid and made our way over to a free booth. My poke bowl wasn't quite Insta worthy because I forgot to ask them not to put a top on it, but oh my goodness was it yummy. The fish was tossed in a sauce with great flavor and the two scoops were a fairly large portion as far as fresh fish servings go. The seaweed salad really made the meal and is a topping I plan to add to every bowl in the future. The burrito was a good size, but unfortunately the steak just wasn’t as noteworthy as the tuna, and seemed a little overcooked. I was a bit apprehensive to try the miso that had been warmed after coming out of the drink refrigerator, however it was steamy and flavorsome, and was an ample portion for both my friend and me.

All in all, the obvious winner for Pokerrito68 seems to be the bowls

and I anticipate that the restaurant will be the star of many Insta’s in the future. Pokerruto68 is located at 220 15th Street East in Tuscaloosa.

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IDYLL HOUNDS BREWING CIGAR OLD VINE ZINFANDEL// COMPANY// DIVIDE AND CONCH’R SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA, USA DOUBLE INDIA PALE ALE

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omething that I see a lot of breweries attempt but rarely succeed in is the double IPA. A beer that, to some, sounds like it should increase the bitterness and increase the alcohol. While that may be partially true, you have to find the proper balance to make the beer enjoyable, and that’s where most fail. More times than not, the beer is either too malty for the hop load that’s there, or the beer is just too hoppy and too intense, and then there’s that rare occurrence where the beer is just too boozy and it tastes like you’re drinking liquor. That being said, if you can find that balance between hop, malt, and alcohol, you may have something pretty tasty. Such is the case with a brewery from Santa Rosa Beach, FL called Idyll Hounds Brewing Company. They produce, in my opinion, a perfectly executed double India pale ale called Divide and Conch’r. Here are my thoughts: Idyll Hounds only offers their beers in cans and kegs, which is how it should be in my opinion. So, I poured this beer from the can into a pint glass and immediately noticed a nice orange, rust color with not much light coming through the glass and about a finger width of semi-fluffy, off-white head. There was already a good bit of lacing developing on the sides of the glass as I let the beer sit while I took my photos.

The first thing you notice about this beer is the smell; tons of earthy and citrus aromas as soon as the beer hit the glass. You also can pick up a bit of grapefruit and pine in the aroma too, which is really indicative of most Northwest DIPAs. Taste follows the nose for the most part with those same citrus and herbal notes.

Up front you get good bit of hop bitterness that changes to an intense grapefruit and orange flavor. Midways through you start to pick up a good bit of sweetness from the malt and that pretty much takes over through the rest of each sip. The finish is dry and still dominated by that malty sweetness, but you do get a bit of that hop bitterness on the back of your tongue and cheeks; this is where the herbal notes along with some tropical fruit that wasn’t

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terling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay comes from Sterling Vineyards in Calistoga, California, USA.

in the nose come into play. You get some pine and what, to me, tastes like tobacco in the finishing hop notes. A really complex list of flavors, I know, but it’s not like many other beers I’ve had.

Mouthfeel is on the heavier side, but I expected that from the color and lack of light coming through the glass. This is definitely not a beer I’m trying to drink more than one of at a time, because it does settle in your stomach and get you feelin’ right if you catch my drift. At 8%, this is a beer that deserves to be enjoyed with a meal. I can see this going really well with seafood, poultry, or some nice roasted veggies.

I will definitely be picking up more of this beer, and to be honest, it was much better than I was anticipating. I plan on trying more of their beers as soon as I can, because I can only imagine that the quality and technique didn’t stop with this beer. So, as always, if you can find it, drink it. Cheers!

According to the tasting notes I was sent, fruit for this wine was sourced from multiple California Central Coast vineyards. These included southern Monterey County, Paso Robles and Edna Valley. Each area bringing its own local terroir to the wine.

Final aging for this wine was done for seven months in 90% French and 10% American oak. For more information about Sterling wines, check out the Sterling Vineyards website. And, if Cabernet is more your thing, check out my review of Sterling Cabernet Sauvignon. Sterling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay Review From the bottle: Sip our Chardonnay and savor the lush pineapple and peach flavors layered with notes of spicy vanilla oak. I tasted the 2015 vintage of this wine and it was lightly chilled upon tasting. Sample received for review purposes.

Appearance In the glass, this wine appears golden pineapple in color. It’s also very leggy, with thick and quick falling tears.

Aroma This wine is quite aromatic. Even though I slightly chilled the wine, I was able to get a nice whiff of the aroma from a foot or two away from the glass.

I would describe the aroma as notes of fresh pear and pineapple. There was little to no alcohol burn.

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay alcohol content 13.5% per the bottle.

Taste On the palate, the wine is more citrus-like than the aroma may have predicted. It’s crisp and enjoyable with notes of ripe to over-ripe lemon lime and grapefruit. Although this wine has some oak aging, it is definitely not an overoaked Chardonnay. As the

wine airs and warms, more of the aroma notes come through in the flavor. And, that starts to offset the crisp citrus a little. I may even go so far as to say there’s a bit of an off-balance there, but you really have to pay attention to notice it. All in all I found the taste to be enjoyable.

Mouthfeel As the tasting notes suggested (and I agree with), this wine is “long and round with rich viscosity.” Its rich viscosity gives it a thicker mouthfeel then you might expect from a Chardonnay.

Finish This is a long finishing Chardonnay with flavors that settle nicely all over the palate.

Interestingly, the finish is a transition back to the citrus flavors.

So, there’s a bit of an interesting 1-2-3 punch with this wine. It starts with citrus, mellows a bit with the darker fruits, then resolves back to citrus in the finish. Nice!

Overall Opinion Overall, I really enjoyed this wine.

I started out being concerned with the off-balance I mentioned above. But then, as I analyzed each part of the tasting experience, I realized this wine takes you on a little journey with each sip. And it does all that for under ten bucks a bottle! It’s no wonder the Sterling brand is so popular.

Sterling Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay price $9.99.

One more thing… as I was editing this review (spell checking and what not) I turned my attention away from the glass.

That let the wine warm up and breathe more. When I went back to sip it, I noticed a lot more of the darker fruits in the flavor.

So, consider drinking this wine at room temperature if you really want to taste that fresh pear (and perhaps a bit of peach) flavor and less of the citrus.

Suggested Food Pairing I always go with buttery shellfish with Chardonnay. But, I’ll yield to the tasting notes which (in addition to seafood) suggest pairing this wine with grilled chicken or light pastas.

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FOUR RECIPES USING RIPE BANANAS Everyone ends up with ripe bananas they don't know what to do with. I am ashamed to admit I have thrown many over ripe bananas away because I didn't know what to do with them.

Did you know you can freeze bananas? They actually freeze very well. You can either freeze them whole, thawing them out before you use them, or you can mash them and then freeze them. If you are going to mash them first add a little lemon juice or fruit preservative to them before you freeze them to preserve their color or they will turn brown. Freeze the mashed bananas in freezer containers for later use in your favorite recipes.

BREAKFAST / LUNCH

Mon-Wed 11am–9pm Thur-Sat 11am–10pm Sun 11am–9pm www.tacomamaonline.com

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.

301 Bistro (Was L&N Train Station) 764-1395 Casual Dining, Full Bar and Beer Garden 301 Greensboro Ave, Tuscaloosa Mon-Sat 4–11PM Sun 11am-9pm www.301bistro.com

Brown Bag 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.

Cook Out 100 15th St E, Tuscaloosa Fast-food chain known for its drive-thru BBQ, burgers & more than 40 milkshake flavors.

Thur-Fri 11:00am-4:00am Sat-Wed 11:00am-3:00am www.cookout.com

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store 4800 Doris Pate Dr | Exit 76 // 562.8282 www.crackerbarrel.com Holler & Dash 1130 University Blvd A-1, Tuscaloosa//752-3310 Sun-Thur 7am–2pm Fri-Sat 7am–9pm Sun 7am-2pm www.holleranddash.com International House of Pancakes 724 Skyland Blvd // 366.1130 Jack's 1200 Hackberry Lane | Tuscaloosa // 345.1199

Cream together margarine, vanilla, and brown sugar. Add eggs and beat until light and fluffy.

Mix dry ingredients together. Mix bananas and milk together. Alternate between the banana and flour mixtures to add to the sugar mixture. Add nuts last. Pour into two greased and floured 9-inch round pans or one 9x13 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.

Cool. Frost with cream cheese frosting.

Frosting: 2 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, 3 c. powdered sugar, 1 tsp. vanilla Soften cream cheese. Mix all together and spread between round layers, sides and on top or over oblong banana walnut cake.

Banana Drop Cookies 2 1/4 c. sifted flour 1 c. sugar 2 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 3/4 tsp. salt 2/3 c. shortening 2 eggs 1 c. mashed bananas 1 tsp. vanilla 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1 tbsp. sugar

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. Mon-Sat 9am–9pm Sun- 10am-3pm Tropical Smoothie Cafe 1800 McFarland Blvd E, | Tuscaloosa// 331-4070 Casual, health-conscious cafe featuring custom smoothies, sandwiches & wraps.

Mon-Thur 6:30am–9:30pm Fri-7am-9pm Sun-10:30-8pm T-Town Café 500 14th Street, Tuscaloosa | 759-5559 |www.ttowncafe.com Mon - Fri 6am - 3pm; Sat - Closed; Sun 10:30am - 3pm The Waysider 1512 Greensboro Ave // 345.8239 Open for breakfast and lunch. Smoke free.

MEXICAN

Sift dry ingredients into bowl. Cut in shortening. Add eggs, bananas, and vanilla, mix well.

Drop onto ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake at 400 degrees about 12 minutes. Makes 3 dozen.

Banana Nut Bread 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. shortening 2 eggs 1 c. mashed banana 1/2 tsp. salt 2 c. flour 1/2 c. chopped nuts 2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Chipotle Mexican Grill 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0140 www.chipotle.com Chuy's 1320 McFarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa// 349-4947 Sun-Thur 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 11am-11pm www.chuys.com Don Tono's 2312 4th Street | Temerson Square // 345.9191 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 Fernando's Mexican Grill 824 McFarland Blvd E | Northport // 205.331.4587

Cream sugar and shortening, add eggs with mashed banana and flour alternately. Add remainder of ingredients. Pour into a greased loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

Banana Muffins 1/2 c. shortening 1 c. sugar 2 eggs 1 1/3 c. mashed bananas 2 c. flour 3 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 2321 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa//409-8344 Mon-Thur 10am–10pm Fri-SAt 10am–12am Sun 10am-10pm | www.fuzzystacoshop.com Iguana Grill 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 752.5895 Jalapeno’s Mexican Grill 2001 New Watermelon Rd | Northport // 342.3378 LaGran Fiesta 9770 Hwy 69 S // 345.8871 Los Calientes Mexican Grill 3429 McFarland Blvd E // 553.1558 Los Tarascos (2 locations) 1759 Skyland Blvd // 553.8896 3380 McFarland Blvd | Northport // 330.0919

Cream shortening and sugar. Add one egg at a time; beat after each addition. Stir in bananas, and then stir in dry ingredients just until moist. Fill muffin tins 2/3 full. Bake 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees.

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CountryPride Restaurant 3501 Buttermilk Rd // 554.0215 www.ta.travelcenters.com Breakfast 24 hours. Lunch and Dinner buffet.

Banana Walnut Cake 1/2 c. soft butter or margarine 1 tsp. vanilla 1 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 3 eggs 2 1/4 c. flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1 1/3 c. mashed bananas 1/4 c. milk 1 c. chopped walnuts

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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 Tuscaloosa 2104 University Blvd A, Tuscaloosa

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.

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.

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/ The Side by Side Restaurant 2410 University Blvd. | Embassy Suites | 561-2500 thesidebysiderestaurant.com River 1650 Jack Warner Pkwy NE, Tuscaloosa//632-3801 Tue,Wed,Thur-11am–2pm, 5:30–9PM Fri-11am–2pm, 5–10pm Sat-10am–1pm, 5–10 Sun-10am–1pm Closed Monday www.rivertuscaloosa.com

JAPANESE

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 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.

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.

Pokirrito 68 (was Ezell's Southern Food Express) 220 15th St E, Tuscaloosa Sushi Bar

ITALIAN

Broadway Pizzeria 2880 Rice Mine Road Northeast Tuscaloosa, // 391.6969 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 Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. | Tuscaloosa // 205.345.4343 Mellow Mushroom 2230 University Blvd // 758.0112 Pizzas, calzones, hoagies and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. www.mellowmushroom.com 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 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.

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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 Dave’s Dogs 1701 McFarland Blvd E | University Mall // 722.2800 Five Guys Burgers & Fries 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 391.0575 www.fiveguys.com Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers//764-9097 315 15th St, Tuscaloosa Fri-Sat 10:30am–11:00pm Sun-Thur 10:30am–10:00pm www.freddysusa.com 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.

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

The Kitchen 2322 4th St, Tuscaloosa//331-4731 Tue-Fri 8am–3pm Sat-Sun 9am-9pm Closed Sunday 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.

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 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.

Nothing But Noodles 1320 McFarland Blvd E #530// 349-2900 www.nothingbutnoodles.com Pastas, Salads, Soups, Desserts Fri-Sat 10:30am–10:30pm Sun-Thur 10:30am-9:30pm O’Charley’s 3799 McFarland Blvd // 556.5143 Open daily lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch // www.ocharleys.com Panera Bread 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 366.8780 www.panerabread.com Quick Grill 1208 University Blvd | The Strip // 342.0022 www.bamaquickgrill.com 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 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.

Sweet Home Food Bar www.sweethomefoodbaral.com//764-9346 Mon-Sat 9am–9pm Sun- 10am-3pm

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, full bar 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.

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 Walton's 915 Patriot Pkwy, Tuscaloosa//752-1693 Wings and much more Mon-Sat 9am-10pm Closed Sun waltonstuscaloosa.com Wilhagan’s 2209 4th St | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 366.0913 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 WingZone 1241 McFarland Blvd E | Tuscaloosa // 342.2473

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.

Full Moon BBQ 1434 McFarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa// 366-3555 (sports Grill) Mon-Thur 10am–9pm Fri-Sat 10am–10pm Sun 11am-9pm Hick’s BBQ 4400 Fayette Hwy // 339.3678 // Tues–Sat 10 a.m. - 8 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 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.

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

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe 1800 McFarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa// 344-6444 Mon-Sat 11am-9pm Sun 11am-8pm

Longhorn Steakhouse 1800 McFarland Blvd E | Midtown Village // 345-8244 #412

Urban Cookhouse 1490 Northbank Parkway #110, Tuscaloosa// 561-6999 We use the freshest ingredients available with an emphasis on supporting the local farmer Mon-Sun 10am–9pm//www.urbancookhouse.com

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.

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

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 Buffalo Phil’s 1149 University Blvd | The Strip // 758.3318 Sports grille with TVs galore. Diverse beer and wine selection, full bar BurgerFi 1320 McFarland Blvd E #510, Tuscaloosa//759-2510 Stylish, eco-minded chain serving grass-fed beef burgers, plus hot dogs, craft beer & wine.

Fri-Sat 10:30am-10:00pm Sun-Thur 10:30am-11:00pm order.burgerfi.com/menu/tuscaloosa

Outback Steakhouse 5001 Oscar Baxter Dr // 759.9000 R. Davidson Chophouse 2330 4th St. /Downtown Tuscaloosa/ 2056148782 We specialize in traditional American steakhouse fare including filets, New York strips, ribeyes, porterhouses, and more.The wine list and cocktail menus are exceptional and rotate with the seasons. Reservations are available online at rdchophouse.com or by phone.

Hours - Tues–Fri. Lunch – 11:00am – 2:00pm; Cocktail Hour – 4:00pm; Dinner – 5:00pm - untill. Saturday: Lunch – 11:00am 4:00pm; Cocktail Hour – 4:00pm; Dinner – 5:00pm - until. Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - until Texas Roadhouse 1363 McFarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa// 759-2596 Fri-Sat 11am–11pm Sun-11am-10pm Mon-Thur 3pm-10pm www.texasroadhouse.com 43 Prime Steakhouse 13620 Highway 43 N Northport// 331-5800 Monday-Thursday 4:30-9 Friday-Saturday 11-10 Closed Sunday

Billy's Sports Grill Historic Downtown Northport // 879.2238

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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.

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) Shrimp Basket 3249 McFarland Blvd E, Tuscaloosa//469-9786 Mon-Fri 10:30am–9pm www.shrimpbasket.com 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 10:30 AM-3 PM (Happy Hour Mon-Thurs 2 PM-6 PM) leveebarandgrill.com

CHINESE

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

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 6571 Alabama 69, Tuscaloosa// 758-0148 Mon-Sat 10:30am–8pm 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 New China Fun 4213 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa//553-2435 Mon-Thur 11am–9:30pm Fri-Sat 11am–10:30pm Sun 12–9:30PM Panda Express 636 15th St E// 343-6888 Fri-Sat 10:30am-10:00pm Sun-11:00am-9:00pm Mon-Thur 10:30am-9:30pm www.pandaexpress.com 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 Trey Yuen 4200 McFarland Blvd E // 752.0088

PIZZA AND SUBS

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.

California Underground 13552 Highway 43, Northport | 339.8660 Chuck E. Cheese's Midtown Village, 500, Tuscaloosa St//979-3420 Mon-Thur 11am-9pm Fri-11am-10pm Sat-9am-10pm 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 | www.littlecaesars.com (Second location) 5980 Old Greensboro Rd, Tuscaloosa// 331-8150 Little Italy 1130 University Blvd. // 345.4354 Marco’s Pizza 1021 McFarland Blvd, Northport// 330-4555 Mon-Thur 11am–10pm Fri-Sat 11am–11pm Sun 3–10PM | http://www.marcos.com 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

Pyros Fire Fresh Pizza 1320 McFarland Blvd E #270, Tuscaloosa//248-7343 Mon-Fri 10:30am-10pm www.pyrospizza.com 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 // Fresh ingredients, great sandwiches. 764.1673

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.

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

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

DESSERTS

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.

Smoothie King (2 locations) 415 15th Street | Tuscaloosa // 349.1721 Fax: 349.1945 1403 University Blvd | Tuscaloosa // 462.3664 Sweet CeCe's Frozen yogurt Treats 2217 University Blvd. | Downtown Tuscaloosa // 561.6458 A fun and friendly make your own creation, yogurt experience!

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

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COCO // TABBY CAT

RYDER // FUN DOG

If you are looking for a kitten, the Humane Society of West Alabama has several to choose from. Coco is a sweet kitten that is at the cat shelter along with her sister, Mimi. She has a very pretty gray and brown Tabby coat.

She gets along with the other kittens. She is a little shy at first, but warms up quickly to people.

This is Ryder, a darling 8-9-month-old (as of March) male boxer/retriever mix. He has the coloring and markings of a boxer, but a slim body and nose like a retriever or pointer. Ryder has a reddish-brown and white coat with a black muzzle. He is lean and only weighs 27 pounds now, but he will fill out and get bigger, probably up to 40 pounds when full grown.

Ryder was pulled from our local animal shelter where he had been found as a stray and dropped off. Poor Ryder had been down there for over a month. He is such a sweet, fun, friendly dog. He loves attention and just wants to please you.

Ryder is a big puppy, so he will need training and structure to help him develop into a well-mannered adult dog.

Coco is negative for FIV and FeLK, is current on vaccinations, and is spayed. We hope you will bring her into your heart and home!

He has some energy, so he would do better in a home with a fenced-in yard so he can run around and play. Ryder seems to do well with other dogs and is the submissive one. He should be fine with children 8 and older, just not younger due to still being a bit jumpy.

We have started on his crate training. Ryder is up-to-date on his vet care, is neutered, is heartworm negative and is microchipped. He is on heartworm and flea/tick prevention. Such a cute, happy dog, Ryder is ready to find his forever home!

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HiPs,” a classic police procedural television series about a couple of California Highway Patrol motorcycle policemen, ran six seasons on NBC-TV (1977-1983) and inspired a 1999 made-for-TV reunion movie. Fans of this beloved series may have to fortify their sense of humor to handle the raunchy big-screen reboot that “Hit and Run” writer & director Dax Sheppard has produced for 21st century moviegoers.

Shepard has imitated the strategy that “Hangover” helmer Todd Phillips used in 2004 to parody the popular television police procedural “Starsky & Hutch” (1975-1979) that aired for four seasons on ABC-TV. The only other crime series about police partners that survived the conversion successfully from serious to silly has been “21 Jump Street” (1987-1991) on Fox. Surprisingly, the “21 Jump Street” (2012) reboot and its sequel “22 Jump Street” (2014), co-starring Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum, delivered lots of laughs and coined millions at the box office.

Comparatively, “Starsky & Hutch” and Shepard’s “CHIPS” both grossed out their audiences rather than engrossed them. The sidesplitting succession of infantile R-rated gags ridicules anybody who treats gays without tolerance, extols the advantages of Anilingus, and skewers those afflicted with sex addiction. Not surprisingly, this type of bawdy, lowest-commondenominator comedy will alienate fans of the immaculate television series. “CHiPs” was wholeheartedly wholesome, and its protagonists conducted themselves as role models compared to their rude, crude, and lewd cinematic counterparts. Indeed, neither Larry Wilcox nor Eric Estrada brandished their firearms during the entire series. Jake Rossen has pointed out in his article “14 Things You Might Not Know About CHiPs” on the Mental Floss website: “According to some fan tallies, a gun was drawn by police in just three out of 139 episodes—and never by Estrada or Wilcox.” Instead, Dax Shepard and co-star Michael Peña wield their pistols with reckless abandon throughout “CHIPS.” Anybody who saw “Hit & Run” (2012) shouldn’t be surprised that Shepard has approached the subject matter in “CHIPS” with tongue-in-cheek glee.

Mind you, parents planning to take their children to watch the farcical “CHIPS” should know that the “Kids-inthe-Mind” website counted not only “85 F-words and its derivatives, 14 sexual references, 41 scatological terms, 39 anatomical terms, 10 mild obscenities”

but also “9 religious profanities (GD), 25 religious exclamations.” Imagine a no-holds-barred version of “Police Academy” with lots of vehicular mayhem, bullet-blasting shoot-outs, sweaty interracial sex, and a wire decapitation, and you’ll have a fair idea how vastly “CHIPS” differs from “ChiPs.” CHIPS” has been reimagined as a prequel. This action farce chronicles a crime wave of explosive armored car heists and the shenanigans of two dysfunctional California Highway Patrol partners determined to crack a suspected ring of corrupt cops that have been orchestrating these robberies with military precision. Like most 70s and 80s police procedural reboots, the lead characters that Dax Shepard and Michael Peña portray share little in common with their predecessors Larry Wilcox and Eric Estrada. Peña is cast as a womanizing, sex-texting, triggerhappy, FBI agent named Castillo on loan from the Miami, Florida, field office. He has been reassigned to work undercover as a California Highway Patrolman. Castillo abhors the alias that the Agency has chosen for him: Francis Llewelyn "Poncho" Poncherello. Castillo’s CHP partner is a fortysomething, probationary rookie, Jon Baker (Dax Shepard of “Idiocracy”), whose glory days as an X-Games motorcross champ are dim memories. Mind you, Baker remains a virtuoso with a bike, but his accuracy with a pistol is utterly pathetic. He cannot hit the side of a barn even if he were standing in front of the barn!

Worse, he has broken more bones than Evel Knievel, with 23 surgeries, but he hopes desperately that his creased, CHP uniform will convince his

estranged wife Karen (Kristen Bell of “Veronica Mars”) to come back to him.

Karen’s father served as a uniformed policeman, too, so Jon hopes the uniform will do the trick.

Eventually, Ponch and Jon single out veteran CHP officer Ray Kurtz (Vincent D'Onofrio of “Full Metal Jacket”) as their chief suspect. Unfortunately, they lack evidence either to link Kurtz to the robberies or to pinpoint his accomplices. Ironically, our heroes don’t realize that they have been mingling daily with Kurtz’s accomplices inside the department. Meantime, the heat of their investigation pressures Kurtz to stop the robberies. Kurtz has been struggling to wean his errand son, Reed Jr. (Justin Chatwin of “The Invisible”), off heroin before the authorities arrest him. Kurtz converts the millions of dollars in loot his accomplices and he stole

into something of equal worth—a valuable painting--that he can take across the border without fear of arrest. Before Ponch and Jon can collect enough evidence to collar the evil Kurtz, they must set aside their differences and bond so they can trust each other without a second thought.

Ponch must conquer not only his sex addiction but also his homophobia in the CHP locker room when fellow patrolmen slap and hug each other in their underwear and try to embrace him. Similarly, Jon must recognize that his unfaithful trophy wife is a lost cause.

When he isn’t amusing audiences with one rollicking comic scene after another, director Dax Shepard stages some exhilarating motorcycle chases. One ends in an abrupt wire decapitation. The climactic firefight between the heroes and the villains is appropriately incendiary with flocks of bullets flying. Happily, Shepard’s Jon Baker and Peña’s Ponch emerge as three-dimensional characters, fleshed out with greater depth of character than their shallow, squarejawed, prime-time counterparts in the venerable television series. Vincent D’Onofrio makes a hardboiled villain with bulldog tenacity who refuses to back down without a fight. Shepard and Peña’s antics as well as their potentially offensive but uproariously funny predicaments aren’t likely to endear audiences that adored the original show. For the record, “ChiPs” star Eric Estrada has a cameo near the end as an EMT, while Larry Wilcox is predictably nowhere in sight.

“CHIPS” qualifies as a gritty, giddy, gung-ho reboot of “CHiPs.”

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>>> E V E N T S SATURDAY, APR 8

Simple Interest Blues Band Live At Band Of Brothers Brewing Co. WHEN: 7:00pm-10:00pm COST: WHERE: Band of Brothers Brewing Company 1605 23rd Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 246-2569 LINK: https://www.facebook.com/brewingb rothers/?rf=528097770684009 DESCRIPTION: Band Of Brothers Brewing Co. will have the Simple Interest Blues Band on Saturday, April 8th at 7pm. Simple Interest fuses Southern Rock and Blues into soulful jams. For the past decade the band brings guitar and keyboard riffs to the forefront covering your favorite Southern blues .Fat Tony's Food Truck will also be on site!

SATURDAY, APR 8

8th Annual Druid City Arts Festival slated for April 8 WHEN: 10:00am-5:00pm COST: Free WHERE: Government Plaza 7th St. and 22th Ave. SE. Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 391-9200 LINK: http://www.druidcityartsfestival.com/ DESCRIPTION: Tuscaloosa Tourism & Sports will host the 8th Annual Druid City Arts Festival (DCAF), . The festival is free, and will feature art, music, and lots of kids' activities. The Druid City Arts Festival’s (DCAF) goal is to provide a quality arts and music festival, while also educating, engaging, and inspiring both youth and adults about the arts and humanities within the Tuscaloosa community. Throughout the years, many "undiscovered" artists who are now in textbooks, galleries and museums have exhibited at DCAF. DCAF strives to showcase work of exceptional quality and creativity by artists in a variety of areas, which include: contemporary art and sculpture, contemporary craft, traditional/heritage craft, and folk/selftaught artists. We look forward to having our long time artists and "undiscovered" artists exhibiting at our Festival on April 8, 2017. This past year in 2016 we had over 13,000 in attendance to watch musical acts, theatre productions, and over 90 different exhibiting artists. Tuscaloosa looks forward to continue providing West Alabama with a quality music and arts festival that is free to all who attend; in 2017 DCAF will feature educational demonstrations, children’s arts activities, music, and food concessions.

SATURDAY, APR 8

Tuscaloosa Amphitheater Presents: Mary Mary & Tasha Combs WHEN: 8:00pm and 12:00am COST: $25-$55 WHERE: Tuscaloosa Amphitheater 2710 Jack Warner Pkwy NE, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 366-0913 LINK: DESCRIPTION:When: Saturday April 8th Where: Tuscaloosa Amphitheater 2710 Jack Warner Pkwy NE, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Description: OCA COLA CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: MARY MARY & TASHA COBBS WITH BLEST

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WEDNESDAY, APR 12

Live Music at Druid City Music Hall April 12 WHEN: 7:30pm and 12:00pm COST: $10-$12 WHERE: Druid City Music Hall 1307 University Blvd Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 523-7833 LINK: http://druidcitymusichall.com/ DESCRIPTION: Wednesday, April 12th - The Lonely Biscuits will be taking stage before The Weeks at 8:30 p.m., doors open at 7:30 p.m. The Lonely Biscuits is an Alternative rock band from Nashville, and The Weeks are an indie/alternative/ southern rock band from Mississippi. This is an all ages event. Tickets will be sold for $10 in advance and $12 the day of the show.

THURSDAY, MAR 23

Green Bar Presents: Soul Mechanic WHEN: 10:30pm-12:00am COST: $5 WHERE: Green Bar 2350 4th St Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 366-0913 LINK: http://greenbarttown.com/ DESCRIPTION: When: Thursday, April 13th @ 10:30pm Where: Green Bar 2209 4th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Details: Doors open @ 8pm, $5 cover

SATURDAY, APR 8

Debbie Bond & TruDats at Band of Brothers WHEN: 7:30pm-12:00am COST: WHERE: Band of Brothers Brewing Company 1605 23rd Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 PHONE: (205) 266-5137 LINK: https://www.facebook.com/brewing brothers/?rf=528097770684009 DESCRIPTION: When: Friday, April 14th @ 7pm Where: Band of Brothers 1605 23rd Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Description: Live red hot blues with Rachel Edwards, Carla Don, Radiator Rick, Debbie Bond and Dave Crenshaw.

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n Friday, Apr 7 Legacy Arena at the BJCC//Panic

n Tuesday, Apr 8 Bridgestone Arena//John Mayer

n Saturday, Apr 8 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center// Ron White Atlanta Symphony Hall//Leela James & Daley

n Saturday, Apr 8 Legacy Arena at the BJCC//Kari Jobe n Sunday, Apr 9 Iron City//Explosions In the Sky n Tuesday, Apr 11 Saturn//Tarrus Riley

n Thursday, Apr 13 Alys Stephens Center//Lalah Hathaway

n Friday, April 14 The Alabama Theatre//Hit Stage Play Tour Zydeco//Periphery Iron City//Velcro Pygmies n Friday, April 21 Lyric Theatre//Brandi Carlile Legacy Arena at the BJCC//Tim McGraw & Faith Hill n Tuesday, Apr 25 Oak Mountain Amphitheatre//Blink 182 and The Naked and Famous Legacy Arena at the BJCC//Alton Brown Live n Wednesday, Apr 26 Zydeco//Hinder, Nompoint n Friday, April 28 Sloss Furnaces//T.I.

n Friday, Apr 28 Iron City//Mastodon

n Tuesday, May 2 The Alabama Theatre//Alice cooper n Tuesday, May 2 Workplay Theatre//I Prevail

n Wednesday, Apr 12 Ryman Auditorium//The Decemberists n Thursday, Apr 13 Mercy Lounge//Periphery

n Friday, Apr 14 Nashville Municipal Auditorium// Katt Williams Ryman Auditorium//Loretta Lynn Bridgstone Arena//Chris Tomlin

n Sunday, Apr 16 Ryman Auditorium//Explosions In the Sky 3rd and Lindsley Bar and Grill//Rodney Crowell

n Monday, Apr 17 Grand Ole Opry House//Adam Sandler with David Spade n Tuesday, April 18 Ryman Auditorium//Aaron Lewis Ryman Auditorium//The SteelDrivers n Wednesday, Apr 19 Bridgestone Arena//Neil Diamond Ryman Auditorium//Patton Oswalt Bridgestone Arena//Neil Diamond

n Thursday, Apr 20 Ascend Amphitheater//Thomas Rhett with Kelsea Ballerini n Friday, April 21 Ryman Auditorium//Judd Apatow with Peter Homes Ascend Amphitheatre//Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini n Saturday, April 22 Ryman Auditorium//Anjelah Johnson

n Sunday, Apr 9 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre// Olivia Newton John n Wednesday, Apr 11 The Loft//Zucchero Fabuloous Fox Theatre//The Decemberists

n Thursday, Apr 12 Tabernacle//Anthrax, Killswitch Engage n Thursday, Apr 12 Center Stage//The Musical Box n Saturday, Apr 15 Center Stage//Testament

n Sunday, Apr 16 The Masquerade//Chelsea Grin/ Ice Nine/Kills n Tuesday, Apr 18 Tabernacle//Big Sean

n Wednesday, Apr 19 The Masquerade//Nonpoint

n Friday, April 21 The Masquerade//The Maine Chastain Park Amphitheater//Deep Purple & Alice Cooper

n Monday, April 24 Center Stage//Steel Panther Atlanta Symphony Hall//Atlanta Symphony Orchestra – Ben Folds n Friday, April 28 SunTrust Park//Billy Joel The Masquerade//In this Moment

n Wednesday, April 26 Marathon Music Works//Leela James n Thursday, April 27 Ascend Amphitheatre//Jake Owen

n Friday, April 28 Nashville Municipal Auditorium//Nashville Music Festival

n Saturday, April 29 Cobb Energy Performing Arts//The Atlanta Opera

n Friday, April 29 Nashville Municipal Auditorium//Sister Hazel

n Sunday, Apr 30 Bridestone Arena//Chris Brown with O. t.

Genasis Ryman Auditorium//Cage the Elephant

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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

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>>> PUZZLEMANIA | C R O S S W O R D P U Z Z L E

Across 1. Bolted 8. Stack sellers, familiarly 13. Change the popular concept of 14. Knock down a notch 16. Meir and more 17. Undoes 18. Well-matched 19. It's too close to call 21. AOL letter 22. Former Tunisian rulers 23. Campaign trail worker 24. Stop 25. Dies ____ (medieval hymn) 26. Kind of rock or label 27. "Apollo 13" actor 30. Computer parts reseller (abbr.)

31. Muscat denizen 33. Charlie Chan portrayer Warner ___ 35. Former Opry network 36. Reached, as goals 40. Prepares for business 42. Common connectors 43. Lacerate 46. Hindu deity 47. Some are fine 48. Kind of pressure that can cause headaches 50. Food Network show 52. 10% 53. Like a generic brand 54. Estrange 56. Brazilian city on the Atlantic 57. Softened 58. Greeting via the Internet 59. Transgression

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Down 1. Job applicant's submission 2. "Rocky" role 3. "That could work" 4. Get ____ for (become used to) 5. ____ West 6. Folk singer DiFranco 7. Spouse's resigned assent 8. Brainstorming products 9. Flock 10. Native Nebraskan 11. God of the sea 12. Balanced 13. Levitate 15. Have great respect for 20. Gawker 22. Top half of a bikini 25. "____ rock bottom..." (Lindsay Lohan quote) 26. ____ of Wight 28. Genetic materials 29. Physics particles 31. Conditionally released 32. Johnny ____ (film) 34. ____ Barbeau (actress) 35. Turin, locally 37. Empty truck's weight 38. Myrmecologist's box 39. Passports, e.g.

41. Sounds frequently used in place of lyrics 44. Part of one's nature 45. Stroked on the green 47. Winning, so far 48. High-class horse 49. Place for tools 51. Rank below capt.

52. Has a bug 55. Hawaiian necklace

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>>> HOROSCOPES | W E E K L Y O V E R V I E W As Mars powers through your sign, you may feel quite pleased with your progress to date. However, two planets turn retrograde this week, which could delay your plans. Mercury's retrograde phase in particular could mean that you'll need to hold back regarding one idea, as further information may be required. In addition, certain events have you feeling less confident than normal, particularly concerning a business matter. Doing the groundwork first can help restore your enthusiasm!

As Mercury, your personal planet, flips backward this week for a three-week stay, you might need to go over old ground again. But would this be such a bad thing? If obstacles keep cropping up in a key area, this could be a clue that something isn't working. By revising your plans, you might be able to accomplish much more further down the line. Also this week, there could be a cause for celebration or a deeply romantic tryst.

You could face opposition that causes your confidence to drop a little. However, with the Sun in fiery Aries, it might be time to take control by letting others know how you feel. There could be ways to compromise even if it means cutting back on your original plans. Even so, with both Mercury and Saturn turning retrograde this week, it's best not to rush into anything. Take your time to make sure all the bases are covered. It's the best way ahead.

As Mercury turns retrograde in the topmost sector of your chart, you might need to postpone one plan and perhaps research the details further. Though you're likely eager to move ahead, it's worth making sure that you have all the information you need before making your move. And while progress could be delayed in general, there is a strong sense of purpose running through your chart and life that could encourage you to persevere no matter what.

With two planets flipping backward, including your ruler Mercury, you could find that delays are inevitable. Is this such a bad thing?

A retrograde can provide an opportunity to go over ground already covered and make sure you've done a thorough job. You may emerge from this period much better equipped to succeed with your plans. On another note, a decision around a budding relationship could reach a critical phase and make you wonder whether you should commit or not.

It might seem as though you have to choose between your partner and family, which could bring your tactful and diplomatic side to the fore. The way you handle this could make the week much more pleasant. With both Mercury and Saturn turning retrograde this week, delays could occur regarding shared finances and communication matters. Take care when signing anything of importance. If purchasing big-ticket items, keep receipts and paperwork in case you need to return anything.

With a strong focus on your sector of routines, this can be a good time to restore order to your life and develop the habit of being as organized as possible. With a developing Full Moon in Libra, be prepared for one or two unexpected events that could bite into your usual schedule over the weekend. Cutting back on less important activities may be the way ahead for you. The cosmos is also suggesting you explore ways to get your finances in order.

You could be going over old ground again as Saturn turns retrograde on Wednesday. As this phase will last some months, progress could be delayed. However, doing the necessary work now and creating a sound structure for further development can assure future success. Mercury also turns retrograde this week, so remember to back up important documents on your computer and be careful when closing key deals. The developing Full Moon over the weekend can be great for partying!

You could be pitted against family members regarding a key decision this week, but this might be part of a bigger issue that may come into the spotlight as the week goes on. The way to handle this may be to put yourself in the other person's shoes. Doing so should encourage discussion and help you reach a compromise.

Your ruler Saturn turns retrograde on Wednesday, which could see you stepping up any opportunities for self-improvement.

As Venus is retrograde in your sector of personal finances, you might become more aware of how you're investing your money and how you might save more in the future. And with Mercury turning retrograde this week, it might be wise to avoid purchasing any big-ticket items, at least for the coming three weeks. Enjoy a few small luxuries instead. Finally, you could feel put upon by the demands of a certain person. If so, all you have to do is say no.

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Saturn turns retrograde in the topmost sector of your chart, so you might have to reconsider a plan or go over the details of a deal, and you could be busy with this all month. But view this as a chance to affirm that you're on the right track. With a Full Moon building over the weekend, you could be encouraged to shop. If you do, be sure to keep receipts and paperwork in case you need to return something.

Certain areas of your life might require rethinking in order to set matters right. Although it might be tempting to rush ahead, this may not be wise as Mercury and Saturn enter their retrograde phase. You now have an opportunity to iron out any obstacles to success, though. In addition, the developing Full Moon in your relationship sector could intensify feelings, causing one or two dramas unless you and another are ready to sit down and discuss the issue.

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>>> C O M M U N I T Y A R T S | REGINALD ALLEN

A CHORUS LINE//A PEAK BEHIND THE CURTAIN

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n recent years, the audition process has become something of a viewing spectacle.

Performance-based reality shows like American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance have made a profit off exploiting the once private process. Even then, viewers only receive a taste of what performers experience when trying out for a role.

However, what do you get when the focus is the audition? Stacy Alley is the director and choreographer for A Chorus Line, UA Theatre’s final hurrah of the 2016-17 academic year. Taking a step back from the flashier productions, the veteran director wanted to showcase what happens before a show kicks off.

Set in the 1970’s, A Chorus Line follows 16 performers, all vying for a coveted spot on the titular line of an upcoming Broadway production. With only eight spots available, the director must narrow down the four strongest male and female dancers. Over the course of the musical, the group of hopeful callbacks slowly open-up to each other, revealing their various upbringings, fears and dreams.

The winner of 9 Tony Awards and the 1976 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the musical originated from workshops led by the late Michael Bennett. In these workshops, Broadway’s dancing elite would congregate on snowy nights, spending hours, divulging some of their most intimate experiences while working on a show. Various stories from the taped sessions would ultimately be immortalized in the production’s monologues and musical numbers.

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“This was the first time that people really got to look at their lives and see what an audition was like,” Alley explained. “You get to witness as audience member an audition, so it’s in real time. Although it’s about the lives of dancers, it’s something we can all relate to because it’s about vulnerability and putting yourself on the line, allowing someone to see who you are.”

In 2010, Alley directed the popular musical at the Forestburgh Playhouse in upstate New York as part of summer stock theater program. Seven years later, the director decided to approach the musical again because she felt the students in the campus’ music program could tackle the complex characters.

Per the director, whose previous credits include 42nd Street, Urine Town and Chicago, the production calls for a certain level of maturity and life experience, something that many younger variations of A Chorus Line get wrong.

“It’s a difficult show,” Alley said. “It’s dance heavy. You need to have the people that can sing, dance and act. It requires a true triple threat performer.”

The second time directing the production allowed for more practice, planning and a bigger stage. Alley’s first go at the vintage musical was spatially-confined and rushed in contrast to the six weeks of allotted rehearsals before debuting on the Marian Galloway stage this month.

“I didn’t plan on reinventing the wheel,” Alley said. “This show is a classic for a reason.”

Casting a production about the audition process wasn’t the easiest. A beloved musical amongst of her students, Alley said that she issued a warning to all those wanting to try out: she would not do any pre-casting.

She wanted to keep an open mind. However, narrowing it down to the final 25 was tough.

“They were very professional about it and it was hard. It was difficult process because we have a lot of talent students in this department …It’s kind of a surreal process because you are doing a show about exactly what you’re doing, which is one of the things that makes it special.”

Before kicking off their four-day-run at the University of Alabama, the production will first preview at Saenger Theatre in Mobile.

Overall, Alley said the show is not about the music and the dancing, but it is about the people. As a musical, patrons will get their share of catchy songs and flashy choreography, but the characters will be the knot that ties it all together.

“Yes, there is the spectacle of the dancing, but this show is about those people on that line.

And that is what resonates with people in the audience, that its voyeuristic. You’re peering into this time for these dancers. People in the business have auditions all of time and that’s their job, its auditioning and being rejected over and over and developing that resilience.

A lot of our students are about to graduate and are about to go in the real world and they’re about to experience this whole thing.”

A Chorus Line will run from April 18-23 at the Marian Galloway Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for faculty and staff and $14 for students. Tickets are available ua.tix.edu.

The show will begin promptly at 7:30 P.M. apart from a 2 P.M. matinee show on April 23.

There is no intermission.

JAHEIM, LEELA JAMES, ERIC BENET & DALEY

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>>> H I G H T I D E S P O R T S | GARY HARRIS

ALABAMA FOOTBALL WORKS FOR TWO HOURS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON Crimson Tide continued preparations for the annual Golden Flake A-Day Game on April 22 T

he University of Alabama football team held a two-hour practice session in full pads on Wednesday afternoon under the roof of the Hank Crisp Indoor Facility, marking the seventh workout of spring drills.

The Crimson Tide will practice again on Friday before holding its first scrimmage of the spring Saturday, April 8, at Bryant-Denny Stadium (closed to the public). Alabama will hold one more scrimmage prior to the 2017 Golden Flake A-Day Spring Football Game. The annual A-Day Game is scheduled for Saturday, April 22, at 2 p.m. CT inside Bryant-Denny Stadium. The A-Day Game will be televised live on ESPN for the second year in a row and is free to the public. Joe Tessitore, Joey Galloway and Kirk Herbstreit will call the game from the sidelines with Laura Rutledge providing additional insight.

In the interest of enhancing existing security measures at games, a clear bag policy will be in effect. Fans are encouraged not to bring any types of bags inside SEC stadiums during football games; however, the following outlines bags that are permitted: Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"; One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar); and Small clutch bags, with or without a handle or strap, that do not exceed 4.5" x 6.5" (approximately the size of a hand). An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose. An approved logo no larger than 4.5" x 3.4" may be displayed on one side of a permissible clear bag. Fans will continue to be able to carry items allowed into the stadium in a permissible clear bag, such as binoculars and cameras.

Alabama head coach Nick Saban and the Crimson Tide football coaching staff are slated to host the 2017 Clinic of Champions April 6-8 on The University of Alabama campus. The clinic features Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn, Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien, United States Naval Academy head coach Ken Niumatalolo, Duke head coach David Cutcliffe and Minnesota Vikings offensive line coach Tony Sparano.

Registration begins at the door at 5 p.m. CT on April 6 at Coleman Coliseum. The cost is $60 and can be paid with cash, school check or money order (no personal checks). The Clinic of Champions is open to coaches only. All coaches attending are asked to bring their coaches card for verification.

Get all the latest information on the team by following @AlabamaFTBL on Twitter and Facebook and AlabamaFBL on Instagram. General athletic news can also be found at UA_Athletics on Twitter and Instagram and AlabamaAthletics on Facebook.

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