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T A U R U S Summer is upon us and as yer little mind turns vaguely to lawn care and sweaty young joggers in short shorts, try to remember that pretending to be a runner is completely destroyed by black socks and flip flops. *Smack!* G E M I N I Whoever decided the mid-calf shorts/pants/whatever they are were cool, please create the next fad soon. There are going to be a lot of guys looking back at 2013 photos saying, “WTF was I thinking?” Soon is good.

C A N C E R Memories of exes are like mystery leftovers in the fridge... it’s much better to NOT open the tupperware trying to figure out what the hell it was before it got all rainbow-y and furry.

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Tressie Dennis Bledsoe: Some girlfriends of mine met up on Thursday nights to have .99 cent margaritas at El Maguey! And there is def. enough tequila in there to get your money worth!

Tiffany Pershall Bonnewell: I would say El Mezcal on Top Blvd simply for the patio...

Luan Carlisle Betts: El Centenario’s because the staff is wonderful, fast, & friendly and the food and margaritas are great!!!

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C A P R I C O R N I finally figured out why many from West Texas have - how do I say this nicely - short ropes and a long climb. Simple, really.

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pon hearing that I was to try more samples from New Belgium, I was under the assumption I would be reviewing the latest direct-to-DVD films of Jean Claude Van Damme.

Undeterred by my mistake, I decided to multitask the imbibing of New Belgium Brew Co.’s latest creations with the viewing of Universal Soldier Part IV: Day of Reckoning. Let the adventure begin.

Since it takes at least three minutes for the back story, from which the warpath revenge will result (which my father refers to as the “Damn Mad” stage of Van Damme’s acting range), I decided to start things off with the Rolle Bolle Summer Seasonal. It pours a blonde, sunshine yellow and is crowed with a thick white foam. A blend of citrusy lemon and juicy fruit gum goes down easy as I now realize JCVD plays the villain in this feature. Talk about range.

As the protagonist starts his quest for vengeance, I move on to the Shift Pale Lager. The name comes from the beer that is rewarded to the workers of New Belgium at the end of their shift. I would prefer this beer at the start of the shift, but I guess they have, “rules.” With deep gold color and copper highlights, it starts with citrus sweetness and ends with mild bitterness. Not nearly as bitter as Andrei (The Pit Bull) Arlovski’s character’s demise from a blow to the head.

In tribute to further pursuit of Mr. Bloodsport, I raise my glass of Ranger I.P.A. Named for the traveling tasters who maintain the New Belgium Standard, it exhibits a light rusty appearance while bursting with floral and fruity hops. Speaking of bursting, Dolph Lundgren’s innards have seen better days by this point of the movie.

I now pause to get ready for the final showdown. As Timecop and the other guy circle one another menacingly, I roll my tulip glass full of Abbey Belgian Style Ale. While dark mahogany liquid leaves streaks of brown foam on the glass, I take in the aroma of spicy banana bread and taste the gifts of clove and caramel. Nearing the end of my glass and my feature, I was hoping the treats from New Belgium would somehow improve the acting abilities of the Muscles from Brussels. Sadly, it doesn’t. But at least the beer turns in a fine performance. aseveneightfive <<< Autumn Eaken and seveneightfive’s Larissa Keller enjoy New Belgium’s Pluot on the patio of PT’s College Hill.

Photo by Rio CervantesReed. Facebook Feedback about Pluot from Elaine Rodriguez: “So good!

Plum and Apricot, rounded with sweetness and tangy finish!”

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s with many iconic cocktails, the origin of the Margarita is in dispute. Stories range from invention of the drink dating to 1937 when Americans self-deported to Tijuana, Mexico during Prohibition and ordered a “Daisy,” which contained brandy, but was replaced with tequila by their bartenders south of the border. Another story dates it to 1941 and named for the daughter of a German ambassador while she was visiting Ensenada, a Mexican port, with her husband. Another creationism theory places the Margarita’s birth on this side of the border in 1948’s Galveston Beach, where a bartender

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Regardless of the origin story, seveneightfive knows one thing: Margaritas, made correctly, are muy delicioso. Read on as we sent out two writers, both with their own Mexicanand Texas-based origin stories, to report back.

Cousin’s Tavern “I can’t give away our secrets. People have to experience for themselves.”

Rodney Munoz, bartender Rodney told me about the margarita at Cousin’s when I visited for our Behind the Bar feature last year. Since then, I’ve been laser-focused on getting back in there to try one. I was lucky to have the lovely Kathy Remington shake one up for me and serve me. It was delicious! This margarita is probably the closest to top shelf quality I have had, without the top shelf price. Go in and bask in the neon of glow of the multitudinous KU signs, pop a few bills into the jukebox and enjoy that wonderful margarita on the rocks. -Rio

El Dorado Mexican Grill You won’t find gold here, but you’ll find a fine margarita! [above] photo by EJ Drake [right] photo by Maria Rodriquez

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The first time I set foot at El Dorado was when they opened their location at 29th & Croco in Thunderbird Square a couple of years ago. Right away, the owner came to my husband and I and told us how happy he was to see us there. I felt welcomed, as if I was eating at my grandma’s kitchen. Although I had been there many times, I had never tasted their margarita. Trying it for the first time, I loved the flavor. It was sweet and had the perfect amount of alcohol. On Mondays and Wednesdays, they offer a 99 Cent margarita and on Saturdays they sell for $1.49. Enjoy with a large selection of home-style Mexican foods. -Maria

Henry T’s - photo by Rio Cervantes-Reed

Henry T’s Marg-O-Rita “It’s special. It comes in a martini glass.” -Kaci, bartender

Pt’s @College Hill The anti-margarita.

PT’s is better known for their coffee, but if you haven’t been to their College Hill location at 17th & Washburn, you’re in for a nice surprise. The Flying Monkey, or the Monkey, as it is fondly called by its regulars (kind of a long story) also serves fine craft beers and even finer cocktails. I enter into evidence the Rivera. This is technically not a margarita, but it is such a lovely alternative that I had to share it with you. The Rivera is concocted from pineapple juice, tequila and vodka, shaken and served in a tall glass on the rocks. This refreshing and sippable drink is $6.50 and is best enjoyed on the patio this spring and summer. -Rio

El Maguey - Ladies’ “Oh yes, it’s ladies night...” Kool & the Gang After doing some shopping around Wanamaker my friend Anita and I, were ready for some margaritas. We headed to El Maguey, which is conveniently close to the mall and other shopping destinations at 21st and Wanamaker by TJ Maxx.

For $7.99, we shared a frozen strawberry jumbo margarita that was definitely enough for the two of us. After taking our order, the server went and made the margarita himself.

He told us that making margaritas was one of his specialties. We definitely agreed because we both thought it was delicious.

If you are looking for a night with your girlfriends, Wednesday is Ladies Night. They offer any flavor margarita for $2.99. You can also partake in the complimentary chips and salsa or order from the full menu. -Maria

When I asked why the margarita was called a Marg-O-Rita, this was the response. And it was special. Served in a saltrimmed martini glass and garnished with a lime wheel, this icy cold margarita is made from scratch with El Jimador tequila, Cointreau and lime juice. It is shaken (like a martini) and poured in the glass without any additional rocks (ice) to dilute it. The Marg-O-Rita is a bit pricey ($7.50) for indulging in a few at one sitting, but it’s very sippable, allowing you to enjoy it longer than you would a weak margarita. I ordered Street Tacos and guacamole to round out a delicious dinner. If you want to enjoy a margarita from Henry T’s for a bit less, join them on Sundays when you can get a well margarita on the rocks for $2.50 and your choice of Mexican beers for $3.75. Henry T’s is located at 21st & Washburn. -Rio

The Dutch Goose “Damn, I make a good margarita!” -Caitlin, bartender These are the words Caitlin used as she served me a margarita at Dutch Goose, 10th & Watson.

She was right. At $4.50 it has top shelf quality without the top shelf price. The quantity is generous without having to refill your own little glass from a plastic shaker. You may want to slow down and enjoy your highly drinkable margarita with some chips & salsa or queso, or come on Sundays for 75 cent tacos, which are very well seasoned and delicious, according to the resident half-Mexicans (Tish Colon-Barnes and me). Buen provecho! -Rio 7

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from left to right:, James Buchholz (lead Guitar), Brittian Kitzman (Drums) Brandon Statler (lead Vocals and guitar), Skylar Schooler (Bass and vocals)

ho doesn’t need good hardcore rock in their lives every now and again? If you feel yourself asking this very question, you have to check out Eleven After, I immediately fell in love with their sound. As a vocalist myself, I immediately noticed the lead singer/guitarist of this band, Brandon Statler, has something that I haven’t heard in a long time when it comes to hard rock. His vocals soar so eloquently over the music and create a beautiful edge to their songs. His voice is soothing, yet has enough rasps to fit perfectly into their style. Not only is his voice incredible, but he can also play guitar; awesome. Enough said.

James Buchholz, lead guitarist of Eleven After, has severe talent, also. His guitar riffs are clever, unconventional, and incredible.

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Killswitch Engage, they have their own distinct sound that is (in my opinion) far superior. Their drummer, Brittian Kitzman, and their bass player, Skylar Schooler, are without a doubt some of the best. Brittian’s drum sound is tight, precise and so right on that it all sounds too good to be true. He is absolutely a well-seasoned drummer. Skylar’s bass sound is perfectly synchronized with the rest of the band and adds that hard rock/metal undertone that makes them stand out among the Topeka music scene.

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Who came up with the name Eleven After and what is its significance?

Brandon Statler: For the past ten years or so it usually seems to be Eleven After the hour whenever I look at the clock. I started noticing it in high school all the time, and for a while my friends didn’t believe me at all when I freaked out about it, they’d say, “you wait for it to come just to mess with me.” I proved most of them wrong when I asked what time it was while nowhere near a clock. There’s just some kind of strange connection between that number and I. Not to get too Jim Carrey on you but it seems to be following me.

I was thinking really hard for a cool band name, we were all stumped, two to three hours of crossing out awful names and I was ready to call it a night, and looked up at the clock, 1:11. “It’s eleven after again...... Oh!” Everyone liked the name and that was that.

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How did you guys get together?

Brittian Kitzman: We have all been in bands together, although not simultaneously, but I guess it took a while to put the magic pieces together. I love this music and I get to make it with my best friends.”

What is your favorite song to play?

Tweet to @785heardnoted OH @ private party: “If it’s major, hit me on my pager.”

“I love your salt and pepper hair - it means energy and experience.” OH @dutchgoose

James Buchholz: Our songs are like our children, we can’t pick a favorite.

OH @ Oscars: Sandra Bullock was in the movie “The Net.” It was about time before the Internet. I mean, she is older than the internet. Wow!

Most influential song?

I always fold on the queens and chase the straights.” Yeah right Diva — with Frank Schultz #2012TopekaBarWars Men’s Poker at @Abigail’s

Brandon Statler: From our recorded songs, I’d have to say our most influential song is Undertow. We recorded it with Paul Schneider at Rundown Studios. It’s a good ole song about inner struggle and we’ve heard from some friends and fans that they can relate to that. We shot our first music video for Undertow, it was a big surprise for our fans. We are definitely stoked about the outcome!

If you become famous, who would you want to tour with?

Skylar Schooler: Killswitch Engage. We’d all enjoy learning from them and partying with them. There are several more bands that we would love to meet and tour with, but they are awesome.

This band is most definitely worth checking out, and that comes from someone who isn’t a huge fane of the genre. Now, I find myself with their song, Still Waiting, stuck in my head because of the all too catchy melody. Luckily you can catch them on www. Reverbnation.com/elevenafterarmy where they have a good sampling of their music and show dates as well! Also, see them live at the Granada on June 8th during Z-Day in Lawrence, show at 7p. aseveneightfive

OH @ private party: “I follow him on Twitter, so I can call him Sam.” Re: @SamuelLJackson OH @ Abigail’s: “Where you from?” “My mama.” @785HeardNoted ‘I’m not ghetto, I’m innovative’ @ NiColRevell (sitting around a campfire with wine) “If I can’t get my own beer, just go ahead and bury me.”

‘I have no idea what’s going on?!’ ‘It’s like we’re the net on a pong pong table!’ #thespottavern “Newcastle & Corona. Sounds like a crime-fighting team.” @TheDutchGoose

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$3 Aluminum $2.5 Miller / Coors Light $3.5 Naked Jay Vodka $6 Pulled Pork Sand

$2.5 Wells $4.89 Chicken Sandwich w/Homemade Chips

$2.5 Dom Bottles $3 Fire Ball

$1 off all Bottles $3 UV Drinks $2 SoCo Lime

$3 Big Dom Draws $2 Wells College Night Show ID Before 11p

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$2.5 Juarez Margaritas $2.5 Dom Bottles $5 Taco Burger $6 Taco Salad $.75 Tacos

HH 5-8p: $1 off all alcoholic beverages (expect premium imports)

$4.5 Premium $3 Fireball Shots $3 Jailbait Shots $2.75 Dom Bottles HH 4-6p: $3 Import + Prem Bottles

Free dance lessons 8p No cover + Free pool all night $2 drinks / $2 beers

Ladies no cover until 10p $2 drinks / $1.75 Domestic Beers until 11p

$3 Aluminum $3.5 Skol Vodka + Energy $6 Chicken Fried Steak $3.50 Jager Bombs / $2 Apple Pie Shots

$3 Import Bottles $3.5 Dom Headaches $6.5 Philly Sand

$3 Double Wells $2.5 Dom Pints

Ladies no cover until 10p $2 drinks / $1.75 Domestic Beers until 11p

$2.5 Dom Bottles $4 Jack Daniels $6.5 Brisket Sand

$2.5 Rum + Cola $2.5 Wells $4.29 BBQ Pork $4.19 1/4lb All Beef Sandwich Hotdog, Cheese filled, w/Homemade Chips Bacon wrapped w/ Chips

$3.5 Double Vodkas $5 Double Captain $2.5 Dom Bottles

HH 5-8: $1 off all alcoholic beverages (except premium imports) 1st Sat. of month: Coffee Bootcamp 10-11a

$2 Dom Pints $3.5 Dom Jumbos $4 X-Rated+Or-g $5 Something Good $5 Something Better

Home of the $4 Jager Bomb - All specials subject to change due to special events.

Free entry with College ID plus $1 drinks / $1.50 Domestic beers until 11p

$2.5 Dom Pints $3 Wells $5.5 Cheeseburger

“Home of the 3lb. Speckburger Challenge”

$2.5 Bud/Bud Light $2.5 Rum+Cola $2.5 Bud/LightMugs Mugs $3 Bud Light Plati$2.5 PBR Mugs $2.5 PBR Mugs num $5.29 Homemade $3.19 1/4lb Chburger $4.99 1/2lb Burger Pork Tender W/ w/Homemade Chips w/Homemade Chips Chips

$4 ALL Big Draws $2 Kamikazi Shots

Special breakfast menu

$2 Dom Bottles $5 Jumbo Wing’s Basket (8) $2 Fire Ball

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$3.5 German Bierocks $3.5 German Bierocks Live Music 9p Live Music 9p No Cover No Cover

Happy Hour: Monday - Friday | 3 - 5p / Check bar for daily Happy Hour Specials.

$2.5 Dom Longnecks $4 Frozen Drinks

$2 Wells

Happy Hour: Mon - Fri | 8-9a | $2 cappuccino | $1 brewed coffee || Final Thurs. of Mo: Spanish Roundtable + drink specials 7-10p

Sunday Brunch 9a-4p Special Menu $6 Mimosa $6 House-mixed Bloody Mary

$2 Dom Bottles $4.5 Red Bull Bombs $4.5 Goose Sandwich + Fries

Monday - Friday HH: 5-6p: 2-4-1 Wells, Martinis, House Wine + Beer. $5 Tapas Menu

$2 Wells $5 Cheeseburger + Fries

All month (June) O’Dell IPA $2 Pints

$3.5 Zing-Zang Bloody Mary $2 Dom Pints $3.5 Jumbos

$3 Big Cans Karaoke 7:30p Free Pool 12 - 5p

$3 Dom Headaches $2 Dom Pints or Bottles 75c tacos

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July 6 | PT’s at College Hill | Artist: Nick Magee

This time Cody is planning to stay awhile, and is hoping to play everyday that he is in town during the month of July. Visit his facebook page /CodyWayneLive to see where you can catch his performances, or for booking information.

This is a kid friendly event; families are encouraged to bring their children to the show to paint and watch and listen to the music.

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he life of a traveling musician can be a tough one, but if you caught Cody Wayne’s shows the last time he was in Topeka, you’ll be glad to know he’s making the rounds again. Cody performs folk and rock, and is often accompanied by an artist who creates works inspired by the music and the moment. The piece is raffled or auctioned off at the end of the event, and proceeds are donated to a local charity.

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At press time, these are the dates he has booked in Topeka so far: July 5 | First Friday at Stonewall Gallery in NOTO | Artist: Joey Embers

July 13 | Serendipity | Artists (include chainsaw art): Chelsea Robbins, Jacob Lewis, Nick Magee, and Joey Embers A percentage of the July 13th show’s earnings will be donated to a local food bank. $5 cover charge or three nonperishables food items will get you in the door.

At 10p it will turn into an Open Jam. Local artists are encouraged to bring in their canvases and supplies to create art, and local musicians are encouraged to come and jam. aseveneightfive

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Empowering and Uplifting Women ras are being accepted at PT’s at College Hill, 17th + Washburn, and Nib’s House of Coffee, 2525 NW Topeka Blvd. and Findables, 4032 SW Huntoon. Bras must be clean and in new or near new condition. If you wouldn’t wear it because of it’s condition, it should not be donated. This is an initiative of Silverback Kansas, a local non-profit that assists the impoverished, homeless, and unsheltered homeless, and those that just need a helping hand.

An event is being planned for later in the year to distribute bras to those who need them, along with information about breast health and women’s safety issues. Events will be held throughout the summer and fall to encourage people to make donations to this program, whether it’s a bra or a cash donation, gift card, for bras to be purchased for special needs, such as nursing bras, mastectomy bras, or special sizing.

Follow sponsor seveneightfive.com for event information.

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he Topeka Community Foundation is celebrating their 30th Anniversary with a one-day giving at Fairlawn Plaza on June 19 from 12:30 - 6p. At the event, the Topeka Community Foundation will donate $30,000 “match” dollars for contributions made to support 75 different nonprofit organizations in the community. Organizations are previous awardees of TCF grants and include Women Empowerment, Family Service & Guidance Center and many, many more. A minimum of $25 gift must be made and contributions must be made in person on June 19th. Check, cash and credit cards are accepted. Stop by Fairlawn Plaza to learn about some great nonprofits in our community and give back during this one-day fun-giving event. For more information and FAQ, go to www. topekacommunityfoundation.org

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TAILGATORS’ BDAY BASH with Slow Ya Roll

Finally, a brewfest in Topeka. A first for downtown, “Tap That Topeka, - A Capital Brew Festival” will take place Saturday, June 29 from 1 - 4p. Tickets are available online, ONLY and range from $10 to $75.

Wishing you a very happy birthday.

Cheers to another seven.

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Over 50 American Craft Beer styles to sample, from all over the US. Enjoy beers in an urban environment with a great view of the Capitol.

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Live music and food.

Learn the art of brewing.

Tickets are available at www. downtowntopekainc.com VIP tickets ($75) - Dedicated, advanced sampling time (noon - 1p) / Limited general admission tickets ($30) sampling from 1 -4p / Designated driver tickets ($10) soda sampling all day long.

99c margaritas Monday

El Charro, 2800 SW Fairlawn El Dorado Mexican Grille + Cantina, 29th + Croco Pizagel’s, 29th + Fairlawn Casa Authentic Mexican Food, 3320 SW Topeka Blvd.

Tuesday

Tequila’s, 29th + Oakley El Mezcal, 21st + Fairlawn

Wednesday

El Dorado Mexican Grille & Cantina, 29th + Croco Pepe & Chela’s, 10th + Tyler Pizagel’s, 29th + Fairlawn

golf for a reason Topeka Jr. Blues Golf Tournament | June 8 8a shotgun start | Prairie View Golf Course | Contact info: jrblues.org | Benefit: Special Olympics

Thursday

El Charro, 2800 SW Fairlawn Lupita’s, 732 S. Kansas Ave. Pepe & Chela’s, 10th + Tyler Tequila’s, 29th & Oakley El Mezcal, 21st + Fairlawn

Friday

Lupita’s, 732 S Kansas Ave. Pizagel’s, 29th + Fairlawn

Saturday

Lupita’s, 732 S Kansas Ave. El Mezcal, 21st + Fairlawn

TRADITION COME SEE WHY WE’RE STILL HERE.

2nd Annual Lazy Toad Golf Classic | June 13 11a registration, 12p shotgun start | Shawnee Country Club Benefit: Arthritis Foundation BLAM! Golf Tournament | June 22 1p | Cypress Ridge Golf Course Benefit: LAM (lung disease) Foundation Annual Dutch Goose Golf Tournament | June 24 12:30p | Shawnee Golf Club | Pre-register by email: dutchgoosegolf@ yahoo.com | Benefit: Let’s Help of Topeka Fiesta Mexican Golf Tournament | July 6 7a shotgun start | Lake Shawnee Golf Course | Registration information on-line: olg-parish.org/fiesta/golf.htm Sunflower State Games | July 20 7a check-in, 8a shotgun start, lunch/awards 1p Lake Shawnee Golf Course | Register before July 12, sunflowergames.com

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all for the love of art A legacy grows

by Michelle Leivan | Artist, Author, Artrepreneur | ArtPrintExpress.com Artwork provided by artist | Photos by Michelle Leivan

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rtist, entrepreneur and owner of Beauchamp’s Art Gallery, Robert Swain, found inspiration to own a gallery at a serendipitous time for not only himself but for the former owner Paul Beauchamp. In 2005, after diligent research, Robert had made his mind up to purchase a gallery for his second career. As a starting point he approached Mr. Beauchamp, then age 80 and owner of Beauchamp’s Gallery to see if he would consider selling the wellestablished Topeka gallery. If Robert had come in the week earlier the historic deal may not have happened, because it wasn’t until the weekend before that Paul had made up his mind that it was time to slow down and spend more time with his ailing wife. With a touch of the muse and serendipity, subsequently began a fiveyear relationship where Beauchamp remained until the day he died to continue selling the art he loved while training Swain in the business of gallery ownership.

As a result of these events, Robert believes he is exactly where he is supposed to be, selling regional art which

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generally reflects the attraction of the area, prairie landscape art. He doesn’t limit the gallery to just what is popular; Swain also provides opportunities for a variety of other subjects such as figurative, abstract, stilllife as well as small three-dimensional works. You can discover contemporary artists as well as historical artists throughout the year while visiting Beauchamp’s Gallery.

Extremely knowledgeable and approachable, Robert believes that education of the art lover is essential in creating an engaging art community that encourages patrons to build timeless collections. For the new or inexperienced in art collecting, Robert’s advice is painted like the advice from an artist, “You can start with smaller, less expensive pieces and develop a pallette that reflects your own taste in your collection. Choose pieces that you connect with on a personal level without concern for what other people will say about your selections.

Trust in yourself and you will build something that you will cherish for a lifetime.” He also pointed out that in this economy, selection for art is better here than in

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When building your art collection, “choose pieces that you connect with on a personal level without concern for what other people will say... you will build something that you will cherish for a lifetime.”

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traditional art markets, “You can get not only quality but great value for art in Topeka. You can go to New York, Santa Fe or San Francisco and spend a lot more for art that is not near the quality than what you would find here.”

In Topeka, opportunities for collecting is on the rise. Robert sees the increasing variety of available places to view and buy art in Topeka as a bonus for the community at large rather than competition for himself. Swain sees great things in the future of the arts in Topeka, “Together we have made Topeka an arts destination over the last five years. I have seen firsthand that we are starting to attract people outside the state who not only buy regional art but also spend time in other venues throughout the city.”

This is fantastic news and an important observation for the economic development not only for the arts but for our city as a whole and should be celebrated.

Supporting talented local artists is good for everyone who lives and works in our community. aseveneightfive

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Top City rocks the open air, bringing live entertainment outdoors, Summer 2013

Gage Park Amphitheater is located west of the Topeka Zoo. There is bench seating, but you can bring blankets and lawn chairs. Rain dates for the Sunday concerts are the following Thursday.

Sunday, June 2 7p: Topeka Santa Fe Band Sunday, June 9 7p: Marshall’s Civic Band

downtown topeka friday nights

Sunday, June 16 7p: Topeka Santa Fe Band

Downtown Topeka Inc. has teamed up with several sponsors and The Office and Celtic Fox to bring live entertainment downtown every Friday night. If you went to a Top City Thursday concert series last year, this is the same type of set-up on 8th street, just a new night.

First band starts at 7:30, second band at 10:30p. Concerts every Friday. For weeks missing on this list, go to www.downtowntopeka. inc. Concerts were not scheduled at time of printing. All bands subject to change. 8th + Jackson.

Wednesday, June 19 7p: Topeka Blues Society presents the Josh Vowell Band

June 7 - First Friday 7:30p: Beans and Cornbread Friday, June 14 7:30p: Randy Beach & The Rockin Blues 10:30p: Blind Date Friday, June 21 7:30p: TBD 10:30p: Brothawood (see last issue for their 5Q article) Friday, June 28 7:30p: TBD 10:30p: Mad Notes

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July 5 - First Friday 7:30p: Born in Babylon 10:30p: Aaron Kamm + The One Drops * Dj S. Ranx / Top City Productions spinning Friday, July 19 7:30p - 1a: Papir Sorrelis Dueling Pianos Friday, July 26 7:30p: Stewart Ray 10:30p: Back Porch Blues Band Friday, August 16 7:30p: Jeremy Butcher + Theh Bail Jumpers 10:30p: Nucklehead Jones

Sunday, June 23 7p: Topeka Jazz Workshop Band Sunday, June 30 7p: Marshall’s Civic Band

Monday, July 1 7:30p: Kansas National Guard 35th Infantry Division Band Sunday, July 7 7p: Topeka Santa Fe Band Sunday, Juy 14 7p: Topeka Jazz Workshop Band Wednesday, July 17 7p: Topeka Blues Society presents Back Porch Blues Band Sunday, July 21 7p: Marshall’s Civic Band Wednesday, August 21 7p: Topeka Blues Society That Damn Blues Band

garfield park monday live Garfield Park is located at 1600 NE Quincy and are performed in the gazebo. Bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating. Concessions are available.

Monday, June 3 7:30p: North Topeka Band Monday, June 17 7:30p: North Topeka Band Monday, July 8 7:30p: North Topeka Band

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brown bag lunch concerts Downtown Topeka is the place to be this summer for Open Air Concerts, both Wednesday lunchtime and every Friday evening through August.

Noontime Brownbag Concerts are held weekly, every Wednesday on Kansas Ave. The concert locations move up and down the Avenue between the 600 and 900 blocks.

Wednesday, June 5 11a-1p: That Damn Blues Band Wednesday, June 12 11a-1p: Kirk Drager Wednesday, June 19 11a-1p: Borderline Wednesday, June 26 11a-1p: 89th St Bluegrass Band Wednesday, July 10 11a-1p: Slow Ya Roll

Wednesday, July 24 11a-1p: Stewart Ray Wednesday, July 31 11a-1p: Blue Devils Wednesday, August 7 11a-1p: The Orphans of Smooth Jazz Wednesday, August 21 11a-1p: Danl Blackwood Wednesday, August 28 11a-1p: Waterdog Nation

Wednesday, July 17 11a-1p: Bluegrass Gypsies

down the road / under the stars This summer listen to some larger musical arts at Starlight Theatre, Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre and Crossroads.

Starlight Theatre June 1-6: Monty Python Spamalot June 22: Widespread Panic July 2: 311 Summer Bash Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre June 22: Rock N Rage MMA Fights Bands: Tool / Pantera / Rage Against the Machine July 13: Dream Concert: Zeppelin, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Lynard Skynard Tribute Band

great music on the patio Pigskins Live music and party on the Terrace every Saturday night.

See the back cover ad for their schedule and specials.

June 1 9p: Simply Driven June 18 9p: Paradize Band

July 8 9p: Shawn Ward and Straight Shot July 29 9p: Brothawood

Speck’s Open Jam Night Speck’s hosts an open jam night every Sunday (all ages) from 5p to close. When the weather premits, they take the music outside on their large patio that overlooks 21st Street. Get their early and enjoy a famous Speck’s Burger.

Jeremiah Bullfrog’s Live If the weather premits, Bullfrog’s takes the music outside. Their patio has ample seating and a great sound system. * Friday bands 6-11p / Saturday 8p-midnight June 1 Rocking Relics

June 22 Urban Safari

June 7 Coyote Bill

June 28 Sean McNown Band

June 8 The Trants

June 29 Blue88

June 14 Josh Vowell Band

July 12 Blind Date

June 15 Stone Breakers

July 13 Rocking Relics

June 21 Charles Tupperville Band

Crossroads June 15: Think Floyd USA (Tribute band and light show) June 21: OAR June 22: Missouri Chainsaw Grassacre - All day blue grass festival July 2: Dark Star Orchestra 21

Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival 2013

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The Blues Caravan

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SHOWCASE STAGE: Rachelle Coba Back Porch Blues Band Josh Vowell Band

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project “Untitled” Cover Art | Artist Jamie Colon The painting began as a Mother’s Day present and still is. During breaks in the prep of the painting and surfing the web for interesting projects, I came across the Topeka Mural Project in Oakland. I contacted Lt. Joe Perry to see what I had to do, to move forward. I was directed to Topeka ArtsConnect where I got the measurements and the theme. The painting is of my Grandparents Domingo

RTSConnect has formed a partnership with the Topeka Police Department, Safe Streets Coalition, and Downtown Topeka, Inc. to bring art to the public while assisting the police in lowering crime and making safer neighborhoods. The partnership is striving for an impact in the community by developing ownership and pride through shared involvement in painting murals to cover and abate graffiti.

There is much research that suggests public art as a solution to property crime as well as enhancing community pride and livability. The paintings offer an opportunity to reflect a neighborhood’s heritage, promote the work of local artists and provide an opportunity for a community to get to know their neighbors while working for the common good.

Property values will increase as citizens feel safe to invest in their property. Overall quality of life will increase, and this will make Topeka more attractive to businesses to open or relocate, adding to the city’s economic base.

The first neighborhood to receive these murals was Oakland. The first mural, “Untitled” by Jamie Colon includes themes of the railroad, Hispanic culture and heritage. The second, “Oakland Bird” (below) by Maria Guzman also symbolizes the culture and neighborhood. aseveneightfive

and Antonia Lopez and was was taken sometime in the 1930s. Both were longtime residents of the Oakland neighboorhood, as well as many of their children. The train to the left A “Super Chief ” Santa Fe train represents the long career he had with the railroad. The cupid on the right is a representation of the angel holding up “Our Lady of Guadalupe” as well as the both the softness and strength that women of my grandmother’s era represented. aseveneightfive

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We felt it was important to create a ‘we’re all in this together’ feeling,” -Forrest Wright, PT’s

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magazine has scheduled a Tweet + Greet for Thursday, June 27, 5:30-7:30p at PT’s Coffee at College Hill. Specials will be available throughout the event, along with drawings for prizes, and a special presentation at 6p. Follow us on Twitter @785TweetGreet for event details.

make the detour The road less traveled is sometimes the only way to get there - With apologies to M. Scott Peck

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very spring brings showers, flowers, nice weather (although this spring also brought hateful online posts calling for the death of the groundhog), and those lovely bright orange cones. Turning you aside from your current driving path, or drawing you along a route that takes you the long way around, these little innocent-looking harbingers of the death of winter can and will lead you astray from your current destination. But if you find yourself wanting to start your day with a favorite cup of coffee or a meet up of friends at your favorite bar, all is not lost.

Many businesses face the rerouting of their clients or customers with hope, with fear of loss, or with the idea that if people really want to get there, they will. But Forrest Wright, manager of PT’s at 17th and Wa s h b u r n , and staff decided to take the proverbial bull by the horns.

Construction on 17th Street started on May 13th and customers will have the pleasure of finding their way to the one entrance to the coffee shop for at least the next three

months. While the business did have a couple months’ notice of the street work that would begin in the spring, staff and customers knew something was amiss before the official note came from the city.

“The city did end up informing Jeff [Taylor, co-owner of the establishment], but before that we did take notice of the flagging and marking up of the street and grass. Kind of gives it away that something big is coming up,” Wright said. It was then that staff and management realized that they wanted to have a plan in place before any problems could arise.

Posts and notices on their various social media outlets were an obvious first choice, but Wright said that was only the beginning of their ‘Make the Detour’ campaign efforts.

“We made shirts, buttons, maps that you could take for yourself and to hand out to friends and family. We try to have at least one staff member always wearing one of the shirts. When the construction started, we didn’t want anyone to be surprised.”

In addition to showing the way and keeping customers up to date through social media, discounts are offered by checking into Foursquare, a location sharing social networking website, and interacting with their Facebook page. The specials change every day and can include food, coffee or drink specials. Wright said, “It’s not enough to just let people know. We want to reward customers for making the effort to get to us.

It’s our way of saying ‘thank you!’.”

The construction was going to make things somewhat inconvenient for everyone; but instead of focusing on the annoyance factor,

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they chose to make it fun and maybe a little inside joke for their staff and customers.

“We felt it was important to create a ‘we’re all in this together’ feeling.” Wright said.

This concept has also been extended outside of PT’s. Wright said that the other businesses in the College Hill district have been keeping in touch with one another, sharing ideas and information. “We’ve been meeting with some of the other managers in the area, working on cross promoting each other, teaming up to make sure we all get through it with minimal impact on providing outstanding service and customer relations.”

And they don’t draw the line at just customers. During the first week of construction, Wright and other PT’s staffers took that message out into the street. “We went out with flyers and handed them out to the workers. We know it’s hot, dirty, and often thankless work. But we appreciate what they’re doing and wanted them to know it.” At the end of a long day, the construction workers can walk over and enjoy specials created for them.

Foot traffic, especially for local establishments, can make or break a business. As customers, whatever the incentives, if we want our favorite places to stick around we have to make the effort as well. There is a short list of work sites on www.topeka.org under the Departments tab. Click on Street Maintenance and you’ll find listings on the ½ Cent Sales Tax Road projects, along with contact information for the department. aseveneightfiv 25

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fter 16 years as A Night of Wine & Roses this familiar Topeka wine event has been transformed into a new culinary and wine tasting experience called Corks + Forks. The transformed event will be an artisan chefs and spirits festival on Saturday, June 22, at Shawnee Country Club, 913 SE 29th St.

Gourmet cuisine prepared by the area’s top chefs will be paired with exquisite wines and spirits in an indoor/outdoor garden party atmosphere. The large selection of wine and spirits tastings and education will appeal to both experienced and beginning wine enthusiasts.

“We are taking the best from A Night of Wine & Roses and combining that with our new venue, new format and new activities to transform the event into a fun and exciting party with a purpose – to help save more lives from cancer,” explains Julie Tucker, Corks & Forks chairperson. “With Glazer’s of Kansas again serving as our beverage sponsor, the wine and spirits selection will continue to be top notch.”

In addition to the evening festival, an afternoon golf scramble has been added with a 2p shotgun start. The tournament is limited to 15 teams, so interested golfers are encouraged to register their four-person teams early.

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The Corks + Forks event begins at 5:30p with food, wine and spirits, and live and silent auctions. The popular Topeka band, Slow Ya Roll will perform outside under an elegant tent the entire evening.

To purchase tickets, please call the American Cancer Society at 785-438-5607. Tickets start at $75 per person; premium seating, corporate tables and golf are available for an additional price. Space is limited.

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Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society’s efforts to finish the fight against cancer and diminish suffering from the disease.

Sponsors of the event at press time include Stormont-Vail HealthCare and Advisors Excel. KMAJ Majic 107.7 FM and seveneightfive Magazine are the media sponsors. John Lee Hooker and Mike Manns will host the evening’s festivities.

For more event information, find us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/topekacorksandforks.

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History Geeks

KS Hall of Fame / kansas Tribute to KANSAS

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Entertainment and history entwine on occasion, and when they do, the result can be historic fun!

he Kansas Hall of Fame holds its third induction ceremony on June 21 and has moved to White Concert Hall, Washburn University. The ceremony begins at 7:30p and tickets are $20 each and available on Eventbrite. com or at the Great Overland Station. The band KANSAS will be inducted and the original and current members will attend the event: Kerry Livgren, Dave Hope, Rich Williams, Phil Ehart, Steve Walsh, Robby Steinhardt, Billy Greer, and David Ragsdale, as well as producer Jeff Glixman.

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eb Bisel is writing a book, Kansas Music History, that will be published by the History Press in November. It will be a collection of articles on musicians as varied as the Kansas landscape from Territorial days through today. The experiences are often unexpected from the story of Quantrill’s guerrillas attacking and killing a military band near Baxter Springs in 1863 to the band KANSAS performing at the anniversary.

Also attending is Laura Siegel Larson Ellinwood Opera House for the music agent from New York City. Events that will be featured include Topeka’s Jam4Dan and Wheatstock and the Walnut Valley Bluegrass Festival in Winfield. There is no end to music personalities and just a list of names would fill a book: Max Carl from Grand Funk Railroad, Bill Leacox, drummer for America, Larry Lingle with the Four Seasons – many Kansans will be shocked at the broad range of talent that has been fostered in the Sunflower State.

Also being honored is Laura Siegel Larson, whose father, Jerry Siegal created Superman (Clark Kent).

Readers may recall that Kent is a Kansan, having come here from Krypton. As this year marks his 75th, it is appropriate to honor the super hero as well as arguably the most famous journalist to call Kansas home.

Hutchinson publisher, John Montgomery will accept the award on Kent’s / Siegal’s behalf.

Drs. C. F., Karl and Will Menninger will be honored and their family will attend. Likewise, the grandson of James Naismith will represent his namesake who created basketball.

Descendants of the First Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry, the first black regiment formed during the Civil War, will be attending and General Roosevelt Barfield will represent them in honoring their ancestors.

The evening’s emcee is Bill Kurtis and entertainment will beb provided y D e b Bby i s guitarist e l | p h Jarrod oto Guth, Rose Rangers p r o vthe i d Prairie ed from Wichita, and first-person historian Jimmie Johnson.

The exhibit honoring all the laureates will be featured at the Great Overland Station through July 15. aseveneightfive 28

The Kansas Hall of Fame exhibit is located at the Great Overland Station, NOTO, now through July 15. The exhibit features inductes including Clark Kenter (Superman).

kansas tribute album

Seveneightfive magazine is teaming with Rundown Studios to produce a CD and live concert performance in tribute to KANSAS. This project has received the blessing of founder and frontman Kerry Livgren. Opportunity to participate in the CD and the performance is open to all bands and musicians of all genres throughout the state of Kansas.

Media are invited to contact Paul Schneider, owner of Rundown Studios or Robin Cremer, music writer for seveneightfive magazine via email at CarryOnKS@gmail. com to schedule an interview or for more information regarding the project. Please enter ‘Media Inquiry’ in the subject line.

Carry on, Creative + Wayward Ones!

FIESTA EVENTS

80th Annual

x i e c M ana a t s e i F

dalupe Parish Our Lady of Gua nsas Topeka, Ka

Tuesday - Jalapeno Eating Contest

Saturday - Avizo

July 6 - Golf Tournament, Lake Shawnee 7am July 6 - 5k Run/Walk, Oakland Community Center, 8am July 6 - Parade, downtown Topeka 10:30am July 6 - Coronation Ball, Sunflower Ballroom, Maner Conference Center 7pm July 7 - Opening Mass 9:45am July 9-13 - Fiesta Mexicana, 4pm-11pm (Tue-Wed-Thur) 4pm-midnight (Fri-Sat) July 9 - Bingo at Marlo Cuevas Balandran Activity Ctr 8pm July 13 - Bingo at Marlo Cuevas Balandran Activity Ctr 8pm July 14 - Closing Mass 9:45am

Food ticket sales: 4 pm- 10:30 pm Serving Window: 4 pm-11:00 pm

Food Specials

Ride the air conditioned fiesta shuttle from the city lot at 8th & Madison

Taco Tuesday - tacos $1 Burrito Wednesday - burritos $1.50 Tostada Thursday - tostada $1.50 Family Feast Friday - 2 tacos, 2 tostadas, & 2 burritos $12 Sancho Saturday - $2

Friday - La Sombra Thanks to our Guadalupe level partners!

For more information visit www.olg-parish.org/fiesta

Thursday - Miguel Mambo

Coronation Ball Mixed Company

RAISE the ROOF on your next party!

DA I LY B A R S P E C I A LS OPEN TO CLOSE

HAPPY HOUR 4-6pm

SUNDAY: $3.50 Zing Zang Bloody Marys Domestic draws: $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos

MONDAY: Domestic draws: $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos

MONDAY: $3 craft beer pints / $3.50 calls Service Industry Night (SIN): $1 domestic pints / $2.50 Monster Bombs

TUESDAY: $3 craft beer pints Orange Julius Shots

TUESDAY: $2.50 wells / $2.50 domestic bottles $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos WEDNESDAY: $2.50 wells / $3.50 calls $4.50 Long Islands, Long Beaches, Grateful Deads THURSDAY: $3.50 craft beer pints $3.50 all import and premium bottled beers FRIDAY: $4.50 premium liquor singles / $3 Fireball Shots $3 Jailbait Shots / $2.75 domestic bottles SATURDAY: Domestic draws: $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos $4 X-Rated and Or-g $5 Something Good / $5 Something Better

WEDNESDAY: $6.50 Marty’s Latest Top Shelf Martini Creation

E N T E RTA I N M E N T LIVE MUSIC JUNE 1: Simply Driven JUNE 15: Paradize Band JULY 6: Shawn Ward and Straight Shot

A ll M o n t h !

Domestic beer: $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos THURSDAY: Domestic draws: $2 pints / $3.50 jumbos FRIDAY: $3 all import and premium bottled beers

2833 S.W. 29th (in the Brookwood Shopping Center)

JULY 20: Brothawood All bands are from 9pm - midnight on the Terrace KRAAZY KARAOKE with DJ Dreux Doty every Friday night GOLDFISH RACES every first Wednesday

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