NOW OPEN IN SEABROOK!
JAPANESE SEAFOOD AND STEAK HOUSE
HAPPY HOUR Monday - Friday 11 to 6pm
COME CHECK IT OUT! 48 Types of Tequila for the
Adventurous Soul! In October, Don Julio’s will donate $1 from each Dinner Entree* to the Red Cross for Hurricane Ike Victims *Valid at Seabrook location only on select weekends. Call for details
Taste the
REFRESHING difference at Seabrook’s New
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OUR ORIGINAL LOCATION : 1804 FM-646 • Dickinson (Bay Colony HEB Center) 281-614-5100 HOURS: SUNDAY 11AM-9PM MON.-TH. 11AM-9:30PM • FRI. & SAT. 11AM-10PM
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Locations
KEMAH • 281-538-0788 406 Texas Avenue
HOUSTON • 281-872-0309 12120 Greenspoint Drive
JAPANESE FUSION RESTAURANT
Celebrating 3 Year Anniversary!
50% OFF FOOD & DRINK
Valid Sat., Oct. 18 from 4 to 11 p.m. only!
SUNDAY & MONDAY EVERY DAY LUNCH SPECIALS 11AM TO 3:30PM BUSINESS HOURS: MONDAY - THURSDAY 11 AM TO 10 PM FRIDAY 11 AM - 12 AM SATURDAY NOON TO 12 AM SUNDAY NOON TO 10 PM
FOOTBALL PROMOTIONS Available only in the bar area during Sun. & Mon. football games. See restaurant for details.
• Bucket Specials • Pitcher Specials • “Botana Specials” to choose from
LIVE MUSIC
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am 0pm Fri 11am- -1MAMACITA’S LOCATIONS: 7pm 515 E. NASA RD. 1 • 281-332-5362
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Located on Hwy. 146, 3 Miles South of Kemah (1/2 Mile North of Hwy. 646) • 281-559-2415
Patio Open!!
ENJOY THE BREEZE!
Happy Hour! ***
Every day • 11am-7pm • $2 ritas Saturday 8am-1pm & Sunday 10am-1pm $1: bloody marys & mimosas $2: mojitos, banpiritos, berry mojito, mango sunrise, cosmic driver
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Now! Live Music on Wed & Thurs 6-10; Sun 5-9 Sun. Oct 12 TBA Sun. Oct 19 Bad Habits
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Bands on the Patio! See website for band line-up! La Brisa is enlarging its family OPENING LATE ’08
SAT & SUN BREAKFAST: 8am-1pm MENUDO: All Day On Wesley Drive in League City (near the corner of I-45 and 518)
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Front Cover: DON PICO’S • Back Cover: COCK-EYED SEAGULL
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Midtown feel. World-class flavor.
You’ll think you’re lost...
Just minutes north of Seabrook in downtown La Porte ✦ Celebrating Our 2nd Anniversary ✦ Fall Back Festival on Oct. 25
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101 E. Main | La Porte | 281-470-8484 | www.main101.com
HOURS: Sun.-Thurs. 11am-10pm; Fri./Sat. 11am-11pm
463 BAY AREA BLVD. • HOUSTON • 281-480-4090
Please Join us!
Mon-Fri • 2-6pm Large Margarita..........$3.99 Friday Draft Beer ......................$1.00 Grilled Fish Tacos Well Drinks ....................$2.00 $7.99 Call Drinks ....................$3.00 Saturday Sat. (All Day): $1.99 Margaritas
Come & Enjoy All of Papa’s Especiales!
Monday Campesino Dinner $10.99 Fajitas for Two Tuesday $13.99
Fajitas for One Wednesday $6.99 Enchiladamania Trio Special Thursday $5.99 $12.99 & bring the kids for Free (Tues. only w/purchase of adult entree) Weekend Skillet Specials starting at $10.99
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Tuesday - Friday • 11am-6pm $2.99 Margarita Special
Drink Specials “Can’t Pass It”
SUN. NIGHT FOOTBALL
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The SCENE is the monthly entertainment guide to Clear Lake, Galveston Bay, Galveston Island and South Belt areas south of Houston. Each issue featuring exclusive content on dining, events, nightlife, attractions, style, live music and arts & entertainment.
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THE TAVERNA: AN INTEGRAL PART OF GREEK CUISINE AND GREEK CULTURE. MONDAY STEAK NIGHT, 5-9PM $11.95 12 oz. Rib Eye Bottomless Greek Salad 4 Loaded Baked Potatoes 4 Bottomless Soup Du Jour $1.95 4 4
Daily Lunch Specials • Full Bar • Nightly Shot Specials HAPPY HOUR: Monday–Saturday 11am-7pm
$2 Domestic Pints, $2 Wells, $3 Wine by the glass, $4 Ouzo shots ALL DAY SUNDAY: $3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys
Dine on our 900 sq ft patio
THURSDAY PASTA NIGHT, 5-10PM 4 4
$10.95 - choose from 3 pastas Bottomless Soup & Greek Salad
Gyros, Homemade Meatballs, Pastitsio, Moussaka, Fire Feta Dip, Greek Salad, Gourmet Burgers, Chicken Pitas & more
605 A 6th St • Kemah | 281.538.1800 | www.bakkhustaverna.com | 11am - 12am Daily
LUNCH $4.99
STARTING AT
Back from Ike! Happy Hour Specials Monday-Friday, 2-7
HAPPY HOUR LIVE MUSIC!! 11-7 M-F & ALL DAY SAT
• Jumbo Crabs • Award-Winning Crawfish $2 Tuesday w/ • Gumbo of the Day Domestics & Imports; $3 Wells / $3 Margaritas • Cajun Ceviche
FRIDAYS 6:30-9:30 w/ Michael Stevens
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The Scene’s Great Chefs An On-Going Series CHEF JOSE R. FIGUEROA BAKKHUS TAVERNA GREEK RESTAURANT & BAR 605 6th Street in Kemah • 281-538-1800 What’s your Background/ Experience: I’ve been in the restaurant/food service industry all my life. My father was an instructor at the Culinary Institute of America for several years. I started my career in the Army as a Food Service Specialist (cook); I spent 81/2 years states side and overseas in Korea, Germany, Panama, and Saudi Arabia. I left the military and worked in the hotel industry as a pantry chef and worked my way up to Executive Sous Chef and Executive Chef. I left that industry to pursue opportunities in the corporate restaurant industry (Don Pablo’s, Applebee’s, TGI Fridays, ect.) as a Kitchen Manager. I also held a position as General Manager for the Mexican Post chain in Philadelphia. I relocated to Texas in 2006 and held the Executive Chef position at Phil’s Place shrimp and oyster bar in South Shore Harbor and Kitchen Manager position at Boondoggles Pub in El Lago. Specialty: My favorite style of cooking is Eurasian Cuisine. It’s a fusion of classic French techniques and Asian style of cook-
ing. Similar to the style of “Simply Ming” from the Food Network. Signature Dish: We have a Red Snapper perfectly seasoned and pan seared; topped with sauteed Roma tomatoes, Bermuda onions, fresh garlic, oregano, and white wine. Finally the snapper is drizzled with a cilantro Aioli and served over spinach orzo pasta. We also have Beef or Chicken Souvlaki, it’s like your regular kabob you cook up on the grill only with a Greek twist. This kabob is marinated beef or chicken skewered with tomatoes, onions, and both red and green peppers served with lemon potatoes or herb rice. Have you ever prepared a meal for anyone famous or infamous?: Every guest that comes into the restaurant is famous in some way. Every meal that my staff prepares is special in every way. I’ve cooked fore Mayor Ed Rendell of Philadelphia (now the Governor), Melissa Etheridge, Pattie La Belle, Bernard Hopkins (champion boxer) and a few others.
Please share one special cooking tip or technique for our readers: Thickening sauces, soups, or gravies: First you need to know what types of roux you’re going to use. Whether it’s flour and oil or clarified butter and flour or If it’s a light, brown, or dark roux. One trick is when the roux is ready and your stock is hot, remove the roux pot from the heat and add half the stock to the roux. Stir the sauce or soup and place the pot over the heat to bring it back up to temperature. While the sauce thickens you can adjust to any consistency you want. This keeps the sauce or soup from having roux balls (lumps).
PREVIOUSLY FEATURED
Chef Alan Sunderland
Chef Paul Lewis
Chef Jorge Galvan
Chef Sixto Lopez
Chef Vincent Lopez
Chef Abbey Lewellyn
Heads-N-Tails
Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille
The Flying Dutchman
Sundance Grill
Masa Sushi Sake Bar
Valentino’s Seafood
Chef Oscar Salazar
Chef Roland Kyburz
Chef Alfredo Benitez
Chef Michael Zhou
ChefDevin Corbett
Chef Robert Hicks
Babin’s Seafood House
South Shore Harbour Resort
Papadeaux’s Seafood Kitchen
Masa Sushi Fusion
Valentino’s Seafood
Space Center Houston
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SCENE RESTAURANT UPDATE
Don Pico’s: Celebrating 13 Years By Betsey Ennis Serving generous portions of Mexican food to the Clear Lake area for 13 years, Don Pico’s owner, Javier Enriquez prides himself in providing quality service, flavorful food and reasonable prices to his customers. The literal translation of “Don Pico’s” from Spanish is “Mr. Beak,” the owners chose to go with a tropical parrot theme which has been fully embraced. Located at 2110 Bay Area Blvd. (Behind Ashley’s Donuts) in Clear Lake City Don Pico’s welcomes guests with a festive decor of pink and blue walls and probably the most massive collection of parrots hanging from the ceiling. “At Don Pico's we use only the freshest ingredients,” Enriquez said. Having been in the restaurant business for more than 25 years, he says he know how to keep his customers coming back for more. “In 13 years, we have not raised prices for our fajita specials and our $1.99 Margaritas have also remained the same,” Enriquez explained. “We have a commitment to quality service and providing the best value for our food.” As the holiday season approaches, Don Pico’s is prepared to help you host your next event or holiday gathering. Don Pico's can accommodate parties of up to 150 in the Bay Area location or up to 200 in their other location in Pearland. Catering starts at a minimum of 30 people plus a delivery charge. Menu items include grilled fajitas and hand-rolled enchiladas, to fresh guacamole, chips and salsa. “Everything we serve is bold and flavorful,” Enriquez said. Call for more details: 281-280-0357. Whether you decide to dine in, cater out or throw a party, be sure to stop by either location and tell them The SCENE sent you!
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Don Pico’s Pearland: 9811 Broadway • 713-436-6175 THE SCENE
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99¢ Margaritas HAPPY HAPPY HOUR HOUR
All All Day Day Saturday Saturday
Let us cater your special event
$5 OFF
$1.25 Margaritas HAPPY HOUR HAPPY HOUR
(Banquet Facility 100 Capacity)
Fajitas for 2 – $13.95
Monday–Friday, Monday–Friday, 11-7 11-7
All Day Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Only
Lunch specials from $3.50 Monday & Thursday only
your total food bill Must purchase $20 or more
Not Valid with fajitas for 2. Dine-in only. One coupon per table. Valid only Mon-Thurs. Not good for lunch or with any other discounts or specials. Expires 11/20/08.
www.donpicos.com Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm • Fri 11am-10pm • Sat Noon-10pm Pearland open Sun. only 11am-8pm
2110 Bay Area Blvd. (Behind Ashley’s Donuts) • 281-280-0357 | 9811 Broadway • Pearland • 713-436-6175
arket to M o e n er rra Medite- proud caterney, Cher, & Cafe, Paul McCarta Simpson, ic o The WhLennox, JessThe Eagles &n Annieria Estefan, heir Housto Glo rs during t nces othe performa
Upper Bay Rd.
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CAFE Gyros ~ Falafel ~ Hummus ~ Paella Kabobs ~ Moussaka ~ Grape Leaves Pastas (Shrimp, Pesto, Primavera) Segafredo Coffees ~ Baklava ~ Tiramisu
Flavors of the Mediterranean www.mediterraneomarket.com
281-333-3180
Space Center Drive
FREE Wi Fi! Johnson Space Center
MARKET Fresh Olives ~ Cheeses ~ Spices Pita Bread ~ Dried Fruits & Nuts Olive Oil & Imported Chocolates
Mon.-Thurs. 9 am-9 pm • Fri & Sat 9 am-10 pm Closed Sundays Hilton
X MEDITERRANEO Market & Cafe
18033 Upper Bay Rd. Nassau Bay
WE CATER PRIVATE PARTIES. CALL NOW TO BOOK!
Celebrating 20 years serving Great Tex-Mex Cuisine GREAT FOOD. GREAT VALUE.
Esteban’s Call now to book your Christmas Party at the Fiesta Shack!
Caters Parties 36 to 3,000
281-332-4195
402 W. Main Street • League City (between I-45 and Hwy 3 on FM 518) w w w. E s t e b a n s C a f e. c o m • 11am-9:30pm Sun-Thurs • 11am-10pm Fri-Sat
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Farewell to a Community Friend As we were finalizing the last pages for this very issue we got the news: SCENE music columnist Jim Shortt passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, Sept. 7. “The last ninety days have been very difficult,” Jim’s wife explained. After his heart surgery in July, he was on a ventilator, and we were not able to communicate the entire time.“ Aside from having a deep passionate love and genuine appreciation for live music, Jim did more than most to help out his fellow neighbor, in particu-
lar the musical community. He led the charge to many fundraisers helping those who needed funds for funerals or medical bills. I can’t begin to imagine the reach of his thoughtfulness and kindness to those in need, not to mention his loyal readership following. I know he touched many, many lives both in person, behind the scenes and on print pages... He will be missed. In lieu of flowers, his family requested donations to a favorite cause: Ike survivors, St. Jude's, American Heart Association, American Lung Association. His wife said, “The best way to honor Jim is to do something for others.” – Betsey Ennis
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SCENE FEATURETTES Featured Appetizer
CHEEZERS The Treehouse 901 NASA Road 1 • 281-286-8956 Six of the largest fried mozzarella cheese sticks SCENE editor Betsey Ennis has ever seen and tasted. These tasty temptations are served with marinara sauce. At $4.95 a basket, you can afford to have a few extra brews while you hang out. (Other uniquely named apps @ Treehouse include Wangs {Buffalo Wings}, Loops {Onion Rings} and Japs {stuffed jalapeños}) -----------------------------
Featured Entree
MASA HOT ROCK BEEF Masa Sushi Japanese Restaurant 977 NASA Road 1 • 281-486-9888 "Ishiyaki" - Enjoy a traditional Japanese table-cooking in new style. Thinly sliced raw ribeye with butter and shaved garlic arrive at your table alongside an extremely hot rock on which diners are able to cook their meet to their liking. This dish comes with a special dipping sauce that completes the experience. Order in 4 ounces or 10 ounces at a time. --------------------------------------------------
Featured Dessert
TRIPLE CHOCOLATE TOWER Main 101 101 E. Main, La Porte • 281-470-8484 A rich delicacy laden with Kahlua chocolate, white chocolate and dark chocolate combined with three individually topped layers of german chocolate cake. The chocolate top was so thick with hardened white and dark chocolate that we had to take the top layer off, flip it over and cut it from underneath. This tower is served atop a light -- almost frothy -- chocolate sauce. This creation was made entirely from scratch (including the chocolate) by Chef Jose Salgado and will be offered at Main 101 as their featured dessert in Oc-
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PRISCILLA ENNIS RE/MAX SPACE CENTER
, CRS, GRI
281-488-1212, Ext. 1001
1150 Clear Lake City Blvd., Ste. 100 • Houston, Texas 77062
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Wonderfully updated 3 BR, 2 bath. Master suite has 2 walk-in closets, cathedral ceiling & garden tub, sep shwr. Other amenities: tile, pergo flrs in kitch, French drs, new appl, fireplc, lots of storage, lap-n-gap cedar. ML#8802114 $162,500
Beautiful 2/3 BR, 2 bath in gated community. High ceilings, French doors, arches & built-ins accent this move-in ready home. Master suite includes 2 closets, dual sinks, whirlpool tub & separate shower. Great island kitchen. ML#4323874 $209,900
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Great move-in ready home! 3 BR, 2 Bath. Kitchen with tile counters and lots of storage space. Large den includes fireplace. Master suite includes private bath. Other amenities: large windows, tile, fresh paint, covered patio, extra storage room. ML#1111748, $119,900
Beautiful 4 bedroom home with pool and spa. Pergo floors in dining and game room, hardwood in master and upstairs hall. Master suite includes fireplace, granite counters, tile floors, huge closet and separate shower. New roof in 2007. ML#1914477 $220,000
Beautifully landscaped Hammond home. Four bedroom, 2.5 baths with open island kitchen. Master has bay window, dual sinks, whirlpool tub & separate shower. 2 car attached garage. Washer, dryer and refrigerator included.M L # 2962524 $207,000
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This 4 BR, 2.5 bath home boasts high ceilings, large windows and beautiful landscaping. Mstr bedroom has lrg walk-in closet. Island kitch has plenty of counter space & a pass-through to den. Amenities: gameroom, 2-car garage, formal living & dining rooms. ML#4790054, $169,900
This 3 BR, 2 bath home is recently updated. The home has berber carpet, 2” blinds, wood flrs & high ceilings. The study has French doors. Mstr suite includes lrg walk-in closet, dual sinks, sep tub & shower. Island kitchen includes brkfst bar. ML#13914AS $189,900
2-story Dover with 4 BR, 3 baths and a 2 car attached garage. Island kitchen w/a gas stove. Master & an extra room downstairs. Game room and two extra bedrooms upstairs. Refrigerator & pool table included in the sale of the home. ML#7592042 $189,800
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OKTOBERFEST fundraiser Benefitting community of San Leon • Sunday, Oct. 19 at Ginger’s
FREE
Publishers Note: The following information was provided to the SCENE from Ginger Grutzius, owner of Ginger’s Costal Eatery in San Leon. Not only was the restaurant damaged, but Ginger lost her home and so did most of her employees. But Ginger and the staff are already hard at work preparing the restaurant to host a fundraiser for their San Leon neighbors. - John Ennis, Publisher -----------------------------Hurricane Ike has affected many parts of Texas and the San Leon peninsula was not spared. To help try to restore the lives of my staff and my neighbors, we are happy to announce an Oktoberfest style benefit fundraiser for the people of San Leon. The Das Ist Lustig (“That’s Fun”) German band is providing the music for the event which will take place on Sunday October 19 from 2pm – 6pm at Ginger’s Coastal Eatery. Donated BBQ Brisket plates will be for sale for just $7 as well as water, sodas and bottled beer for just $2. All the proceeds will be dispersed throughout San Leon’s Community organizations and charities. Food donations and volunteers are welcome. Das Ist Lustig (“That’s Fun”) is donating their time to create the Oktoberfest style party atmosphere. The band plays German beer garden style music including traditional
What: Benefit fundraiser for residents of San Leon (Oktoberfest style)
Where: Ginger’s Coastal Eatery, 2007 East Bayshore Drive, San Leon, Texas When: Sunday, Oct. 19 • 2 to 6pm Who: Das Ist Lustig (“That’s Fun”) German band
Admission: All of the proceeds will be dispersed throughout San Leon’s Community organizations and charities Information / Questions / To volunteer, Contact: Valina Witte, 713-598-8317, valinapolka@yahoo.com
oom-pa pa, some American, a little Czech, a little Dutch, and even a few comedy songs. Complete with their dancing girls, they inspire people to sing along, dance along, play along and ring along. Their entertainment is fun for all ages.
SAN LEON WILL BOUNCE BACK!
GINGER’S COASTAL EATERY & PIANO BAR THE SCENE
“Wow! Talk about an email making life feel a bit closer to normal. Thank you for the update!” - Michelle
OFF-THE-GRID: Our E-mail Blast, Web Post & Video Blog was on published on Sept. 19, 2008 to update the community on the status of The SCENE and 40+ Restaurants, Bars and Businesses. It was produced via cell phone and gas generator (check out the Video Blog). E-mail john@thescenemagazine.com to join the list and possibly win dinner for two at an area restaurant.
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Advantage BMW Clear Lake presents the 7th Annual
South Shore Dockside Food & Wine Festival The League City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 7th Annual South Shore Dockside Food & Wine Festival. This annual celebration is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, beginning at 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. The only event of its kind on the Texas gulf coast features a first class atmosphere for all guests to experience.
sored by ARI Construction featuring wines from France, Spain and other European Vintners. Pacific Coast Pavilion – Sponsored by Beacon Island featuring wines from California and other vintners. Southern Hemisphere Pavilion – Sponsored by 3 Oaks Fine Wines & Exquisite Foods featuring wines from South America and Australia.
Once again this year, Star 2008 South Shore Dockside Toyota is sponsoring the VolFood & Wine Festival unteer T-shirts. The wine glasses Thu r sd ay, Oc t .16, 20 08 f r om 7:30 to 10 pm are courtesy of “Dining on the Dock of the Bay” the Tuscan Lakes T h e H a r b o u r C l u b R e s t a u r a n t & Wi n e B a r and Edgewater Developments. Alex Rodriquez F r ida y, Oc tob er 17, 2008 fr o m 7 to 11p m Mercedes is sup“Wine & Dine Las Vegas Night” porting the Main Cr ystal Ballroom at South Shore Harbour Resort Entertainment Stage. Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 11am to 10pm Four themed “7th Annual Dockside Festival” pavilions featurMarina at South Shore Harbour Resort ing wines from all over the globe will inS unda y, October 19, 2008 from 11am to 1pm clude: International Pavilion – Spon-
GO TEXAN Pavilion – Sponsored by Texas Dept. of Agriculture/GO TEXAN PROGRAM featuring wines and displays from TEXAS.
Among the several firsts at the festival this year will include the “Here’s the Beer” Pavilion offering tastings of various beers and spirits, sponsored by Phyllis Foster “Cruising by the Dock of the Bay” Real Estate. F an ta S e a Ya ch t C ha r t er s (SSH Marina) Just before
Heartbreakers and The Navigators. Check out www.south shorefestival.com for entertainment updates and to purchase tickets. An additional stage will feature food demonstrations and wine appreciation opportunities. Another first for the festival is the commemorative poster designed by local artist Jeff Sanson, collaborating with Jack Amuny. This will be the first in a series of collectible artwork for each festival. Signed posters will be available for sale at the festival and online at www.southshore festival.com. In addition, this beautiful artwork will be reproduced in full color on the festival T-shirts. Additionally, guests will be treated to distinctive cuisine from popular local eateries, high end artists and exhibitors, and automobile, boat and yacht displays. Don't forget about the traditional Grape Stomp competition, always a crowd favorite. Go to www.southshorefestival.com or call 281-338-7339 for the event schedule, to purchase tickets or to learn how to become a volunteer. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
press, Kinky Friedman committed to be at the festival with his cigars and to sign autographs. This year’s festival will provide two entertainment stages with live entertainment throughout the festival. Headline and feature entertainers scheduled to date include IRIE Time, Johnny & The
The SCENE is proud to be the only magazine to sponsor the South Shore Dockside Food & Wine Festival every year of its existence. Look for our booth in the Beer Pavilion and cheer on the SCENE STOMPERS at the Grape Stomp.
October 18, 2008, 10am to 11pm at the South Shore Harbour Marina
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BAY AREA ARTS FESTIVAL PROVIDES FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT By Peggy “Domino” Taylor Live music and exciting creations by local artisans will fill The Art Alliance Center of Clear Lake as they present the Bay Area Arts Festival. The festivities begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 18 and noon on Sunday, October 19 along NASA Parkway. In addition to the slate of juried artist, the festival has opened its doors to displaced artisans from the Artober Festival in Galveston. Indoors, all will enjoy classical, pop and jazz piano music though the day by Nadia Hayes’ advanced piano students. Headlining on the outdoor stage are Andy and the Dreamcicles, Patch Cords and Rose Ben. Presentations by various cultural dancers including the modern Indian cultural group, Bollywood Dance, the Asteria Greek Dancers from St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church, and the Bay Area Line Tappers will occur at various times throughout both days. The artistic creations presented characterize a broad spectrum of media, such as painting, sculpture, jewelry, photography, wood, ceramics and more. In addition to the displays of original works of art and daily lineups of live musical entertainment, the festival presents an interactive children’s area. Shortly following the arts festival, TAACCL, will present the 2nd Annual “Small Works by Great Minds Auction, previewing on October 30 with the auction taking place on November 8. Bay Area Houston artist for this second annual art auction has donated original art works, in a variety of media. This year’s event will take place also at TAACCL over nine days and concludes with the Auction featuring emcee Dayna Steele, auctioneer Eddie Harper, and music by Fuzzy Side Up. Money raised at the Bay Area Arts Festival and Small Works by Great Minds Auction benefits The Arts Alliance Center of Clear Lake (TAACCL), a non-profit organization dedicated to the Bay Area Houston arts. Entry in the festival is free, and spon-
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“CALIENTE.....A SEASON WITH SIZZ LE” BAHB&T TO KICKOFF 2008-2 009 SEASON
Bay Area Houston Ballet, the Bay Area's own professional ballet company is gearing up for A Season With Sizzle! The 2008-2009 season is full of exciting new productions, holiday classics and traditional ballets. This sizzling season will open with Dance Combustion - A Mixed Repertoire, October 1719, 2008. This performance includes many styles of dance, from classical to contemporary which will attract and please dance lovers of all ages. Then...kick off your 2008 holiday season with the ballet! Whether it's a fun run, a holiday breakfast or a ballet....BAHBT has something for you! The annual sell out fundraising event Breakfast with the Sugar Plum Fairy, will take place on Saturday November 22nd and closing out the holiday season will be the holiday classic ballet The Nutcracker, December 5th-7th and 12th-14th, 2008 at the University of Houston Clear Lake's Bayou Theatre. The BAHBT season will close with Firebird & Carmen, April 35, 2009. Stravinsky's music, a Prince and 13 princesses to choose from, your fate in the hands of a bird, bullfighting, the life of a gypsy, love riddled with jealousy and desperate passion ending in death....only a few highlights of what this exciting BAHBT premier has to offer! All performances will take place at University of Houston - Clear Lake's Bayou Theatre. Season tickets are now on sale and offer premium seating, patron benefits and special discounts. Please call 281-480-1617 for season and single ticket sales and information. You may also visit BAHBT's new website at www.bahbt.org.
sored by the Cities of Seabrook, Kemah, Webster, Nassau Bay and sponsors Sign Quick and Fuddrucker’s. For more information and a complete list of the participating artists and times visit the website, www.taaccl.org or call 281-335-7777. This family fun is a great event to keep the art alive in the Bay Area.
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Help for Displaced Artists The Arts Alliance Center of Clear Lake (TAACCL) is offering gallery space to all artists that were affected by the hurricane. Many artists’ works, galleries and livelihood were destroyed. Any artist in need of space and support call TAACCL at 281-335-7777.
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October 18 & 19 – Bay Area Arts Festival (Read Arts Column) October 30 – The Small Works by Great Minds Auction Preview November 9 – The Auction The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake, 2000 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay 281-335-7777 (Featured in Art Column)
Freeman Memorial Library – 10:15am 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, 281-488-1906
Friendswood Public Library – (Toddlers) 10:10am. (Pre-K) 10:45am 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, 281482-7135
La Porte Branch – (Pre-K) 10:15am 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 827-471-7135
Library Story Times: Wednesdays Friendswood Public Library – (Toddlers)
LITERATURE
October 18 & November 15 – “The Word Factory” - The Clear Lake poetry reading group of Houston International Poets Inc.Workshop 10:00 a.m.-12 noon – TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, contact Caroline Ross at 281-486-4480 or Lisa Grable at 281-538-1697 Hitus@sbcalobal.net
Library Story Times: Tuesday Note: Several library schedules are currently changing, please call your local library for up to date scheduling. La Porte Branch – 10:15am 526 San Jacinto, La Porte, 281-471-4022
Evelyn Meador Branch – (Pre-K) 10:30am 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook, 281-474-9142
Library Story Times: Fridays Friendswood Public Library – (Toddlers) 10:10am (Pre-K) 10:45am 416 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, 281-482-7135
PHOTOGRAPHY
October 14 - Bay Area Photo Club Members Meeting – 7:30 pm –Now meeting at TAACCL, 281-335-777, www.taaccl.org.
MUSIC
10:10am (Pre-K) 10:45am 416 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, 281-4827135
Galena Park Branch – 11:00am 1500 Keene, Galena Park, 713-450-0982
Helen Hall Public Library – (Toddlers) 10:00am 100 W. Walker, League City, 281338-4860
Library Story Times: Thursdays Helen Hall Public Library – (Pre-K) 1:00pm
FILM
November 19-21 – Gulf Coast Film & Video Festival – NEW DATES. For more information call 281-3335804, www.gulfcoastfilmfestival.com (See page 24 for more details.) Model, actress, and author Erin Gray will be receiving the Cascade Life Time Achievement Award at the 2008 Gulf Coast Film Festival. THE SCENE
La Porte Branch – (Toddlers) 10:00am & 11:00am 600 S. Broadway, La Porte. 837471-4022
Bay Area Bluegrass Association, Monthly Stage Show 6:30 p.m. Arolfo Center, 300 Walker, League City, will reschedule call for upcoming show at281-636-9419, www.bayareabluegrass.org.
CHILDREN’S ART
October 11 & November 8 – Imagination Station – Free art program for children, 10am - 11am, TAACCL call for reservations, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org
100 W. Walker, League City, 281-338-4860
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Clear Lake Infiniti Music Series –Open Mic Jazz and Blues & Rock at TAACCL will postpone all October shows. Refer to TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org
THEATRE
Farpoint Theater of Seabrook’s new Bay Area Comedy Troupe at Aurora’s postponed the opening of the current show. Aurora’s in Old Seabrook was heavily damaged during the hurricane and their future is unknown at this time. The Theatre of Seabrook also lost all inventory. The Theatre will perform in the future and the curtain will rise again. Keep reading the Scene for updates on the theatre as they rebuild and will be the place to play again. For donations or information on this 501-c 3 non-profit theatre call 832-693-8569.
MUSEUMS
Bay Area Museum – Lunar Rendezvous Exhibit and Space memorabilia – Open Tues.Sun. Clear Lake Park 5000 NASA Rd.1, Seabrook 281-326-5960.
Space Center Houston – Open every day – 1001 NASA Rd.1- 281-244-2100, www.spacecenter.org. - Cont. on Next Page
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Gulf Coast Film Festival – Rescheduled for November 14 –16 By Peggy “Domino” Taylor The Gulf Coast Film Festival originally scheduled in September is set for November 14, 15, 16, 2008. All the original places of the events remain the same. The film screenings will take place at San Jacinto College Main Campus in Pasadena on November 15 & 16. The Welcome Reception will take place at Villa Capri Restaurant in Seabrook on November 14 and the Cascade Award Banquet will take place at Bailey’s Event Room in Seabrook on November 15.
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League City Historical Society West Bay Common School Museum - Open Mon.-Fri. Call for times and group reservations 210 N. Kansas Ave., League City, 281-554-2994, www.oneroomschoolhouse.org. Texas City Museum – Open Tues. – Sun., 409 6th Street N.,Texas City 409-6435799, www.texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm.
Armand Bayou Nature Center – Open Tues. Sat., 8500 Bay Area Blvd. 281474-2551 or visit www.abnc.org. Call or log on for October rescheduled events.
Actress Erin Gray is this year’s recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award and is scheduled to appear. Many TV personalities and directors will be on hand for this 9th annual event.
Lone Star Flight Museum – Open Daily 9 -5 – 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston – 409-740-7722 www.LSFM.org Update:The Lone Star Flight Museum and some aircraft were heavily damaged during the hurricane. The future Hall of Fame Inductee Banquet will be rescheduled.The museum is rebuilding and full restoration to the aircraft. Many warbirds were re-located out of the Gulf Coast and will participate in the upcoming Wings Over Houston Air Show October 26 & 26.
For tickets, directions and screening schedule log on to the website, www.gulfcoastfilmfest.com or call 281-333-5904. That’s a wrap! The Sequel
Cancelled: Both the Art Show at the Kemah Pan Jam on October 11 and the Galveston October Art Walk Event have been cancelled.
Above Left to right: Robin Craig, Ernie Manouse, Hector Luna and Nellie Gonzales are scheduled to attend the Gulf Coast Film Festival.
See you on The SCENE! To appear on The SCENE’s Bay Area Cultural Arts Calendar, e-mail Domino Taylor at arts@thescenemagazine.com. or dominotaylor@yahoo.com.
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As I ponder this month's fashion and style article, I find myself questioning the importance of fashion in the face of disaster. Does it matter if I have my Jimmy Choos or my Prada bag right now? Would I care if it floated away? These “things” don’t really define us, of course, but I have discovered some things over the course of a few weeks. For one, I thought the salon would take a hit because of the frivolous nature of beauty right now, but as it turns out, we were busier than ever. We had clients come in who had lost everything, but yet couldn’t wait to get their roots done and a warm shampoo. People who suffered little damage just couldn’t wait to get back to normal. And even as I was sailing on the Carnvial Conquest during the hurricane, I still remember thinking, “Well, if my house floats away at least I have all my cute clothes with me!”
HEAVEN PADGETT
Owner/ Aquage TeamQuest Artist
Fashion is still most definitely a part of our culture regardless of our situations. Life still imitates art and art still imitates life. Even natural disasters seep into the consciousness of young artists and designers, which in turn, manifests itself if many ways. Disaster infiltrates our culture, and we start to see collections influenced by the minds of the affected. The Spring 2009 Collection by Lorick is a perfect example. This young designer from Florida has allowed natural disaster to shape her collection. This amazing collection called “After the Storm” is both eerie and fashion forward. Check it out on Fashionologie.com (search: Lorick). It's breathtaking. Dresses the hues of dying trees, sand and upturned earth tones, mud-dipped skirts and patterns with the appearance of falling leaves define the upcoming trends.
JASON MOSHER Artistic Director
But for now, while we are still all “weathering the storm,” I thought I would share some fun Hurricane Happiness tips from the one who can search out the fashion and fun in any situation. Hurricane Fashion Tips: • Use lots of gel! It can take the place of a blow dryer and get rid of frizzies.
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• If you hate cold showers just wash your hair in the sink. Allow to air dry then pull into a bun.
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• Keep your face cleansed well, and use a tinted moisturizer, so at least, you won’t look as miserable as you are.
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• Keep your hands sanitized, but use lots of lotion. Dust is really bad after a storm. • Comb your hair into a pretty side part and then into a ponytail for a little more kempt appearance. Having no electricity is no excuse for looking like the Swamp Thing. • Pull out all your slip on dresses for nice, non-clingy outfits for dining out in humidity –even if it's just the backyard! • Keep lip balm or lip gloss handy. It has magical power that gives you strength to face anything!
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The SCENE Style Columnist HEAVEN PADGETT is owner of The Hairem Salon, founder of Heavenly Cosmetics and a member of the Aquage Elite Design team. Heaven has been a stylist and make up artist for more than 17 years and was trained at the world renowned Jacques Dessange school in both Paris and New York. She has received nationwide acclaim working as a platform artist for such companies as KMS, Artec, Matrix and Alterna. From being born to work in the industry to working with celebrities across the country, Heaven has the experience and industry savvy to be our SCENE fashionista! Email questions to Heaven@thehairemsalon.com.
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Weekends on the Water A Special Guide To the CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA & GALVESTON ISLAND Post-Hurricane Ike Update: Obviously, our area took a hit. Popular restaurants and clubs were destroyed. The Kemah Boardwalk suffered severe damage, the area’s boating community was thinned out significantly and – more importantly – many of our friends and neighbors lost their homes and more. Six years ago, we launched the Weekends on the Water section to highlight the
water recreation districts along Clear Lake, Galveston Bay and on Galveston Island. Unfortunately many of the attractions and destinations we have promoted over the years were damaged or destroyed. Some of our favorite waterfront restaurants and clubs were wiped out, attractions flooded and annual events cancelled or rescheduled. But I’m happy to report that the rebuild-
ing started immediately and this area will bounce back bigger and stronger than ever. To do our part, I’m happy to announce the launching of a new campaign and website, www.weekendsonthewater.com, dedicated to promoting and supporting those same water recreation districts and tourist attractions that suffered the most from Hurricane Ike. Stay tuned for details. - John Ennis, SCENE Publisher
Southwest Int. Boat Show
Kemah Post-Ike Pub Crawl
Kemah Pan Jam Festival
Clear Lake Celtic Fest
October 2-5 • Cancelled
October 10 • See ad for details
October 11 • Rescheduled for ‘09
October 18 • Clear Lake Park
Dragon Boat Regatta
South Shore Dockside Festival
Doctoberfest 2009
October 18 & 19 • Relocated
October 18 • South Shore Marina
October 18 • Doc’s Upper Deck
Wings Over Houston Airshow
Lone Star Motorcycle Rally
Ballunar Liftoff Festival
Cowboys & Cowgirls Who Cook
October 25-25 • Ellington Field
Oct. 30 - Nov. 2 • Galveston
Oct. 31 - Nov. 2 • Cancelled
November 13 • Endeavor Marina
Fall Back Festival Oct. 24-26 • La Porte
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Saturday and Sunday, October 25 - 26 • Ellington Field
Ron Carter Wings Over Houston Airshow By Domino Taylor The Wings Over Houston Airshow is taking off October 25 & 26, 2008 at Ellington Field. The 24th Annual Ron Carter Wings Over Houston Airshow will feature the world’s elite air military team and space force, the USAF Thunderbirds. Celebrating 55 years of representing more than 500,00 airmen and women in the United States Air Force, the Thunderbirds continue to represent the best of the best. The Airshow will also feature amazing acrobatic performances by Sean D. Tucker and Team Oracle, Julie Clark in the Chevron Mentor T34, Dan Buchanan and Flash Fire Jet Truck. Military demonstrations will include the Apache AH64, USAF Heritage Flight, A-10, F-18, USN Legacy Flight, USCG Daulphine HH65C, the C-17 and many more. The heart pounding re-enactment of Tora, Tora, Tora with World War II aircraft, featuring Zeros, Vals and Kates along with the B-25 and the B-17. “Thanks to the community, the Airshow is celebrating its 24th year of entertaining audiences and furthering its mission of aviation education,” said Bill Roach, executive director of Wings Over Houston Airshow. “Without the tremendous support of more than two thousands volunteers, thousands of patrons and numerous sponsors, the Airshow would not be possible. We are extremely appreciative of our long standing sponsor Ron Carter Auto Group, Kroger, Houston Airport System, Silver Eagle, KPRC Local 2, Chevron Global Aviation, and the Greater Houston CVB as well as the Cities of Nassau Bay, League City, Webster, Kemah and Seabrook.”
event produced by a volunteer effort of the Gulf Coast Wings & West Houston Squadron of the Commemorative Air Force. It is one of the largest civic events in the Metropolitan Houston area. Lloyd P. Nolen Lifetime Achievement in Aviation Award Announced at recent Media Day At the recent Wings Over Houston Airshow Media Day, the annual Lloyd P. Nolen Achievement in Aviation Award was announced. The recipient is Reg Urschler, a life-long advocate of the Air Force with 31 years of military service and commitment to furthering the Air Force’ s ideals and aviation. The highly decorated general and command pilot will be presented the prestigious award at the Saturday, October 25 airshow. Photo and autograph opportunities will be available at the award presentation The award is given to the honoree, based upon a lifetime of commitment to aviation. For more about this American hero and the past recipients of this award log on to www.wingsoverhouston.com.
Tickets for the Airshow are on sale now; advance tickets are $15 for adults and $4 for children 6-11 and free for children 5 and under. VIP tickets are also available. Tickets can be purchased by calling 888-4-FLYSHOW or at www.wingsoverhouston.com. The 2008 Wings Over Houston Airshow is a nonprofit 501-C-3 community
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HOW TO SURVIVE A HURRICANE IN STYLE • FROM PAGE 26 Next, load your IPOD with all songs named Hurricane. My favorites are among the following: Ani Difranco, 4 Strings (Heart of Pain Hurricane Mix), Golden Smog, The Click, Angie Matson, Bush, Athlete, Jazmine Sullivan and Natalie Imbruglia. I can’t bear to hear The Scorpions one more time, but if you must, download it…. Then sit down for a beautiful candlelight dinner with all the windows open. These are my top picks for a five course hurricane dinner: (1)Trail Mix (2) Squeeze cheese and crackers (3) Spaghetti (4) Canned Fruit (5) Hurricane Cookies for dessert. (See recipe below.) Don’t forget peanut butter and tuna go great on anything. Save all of your little restaurant packages and sauces (tartar, ketchup, etc.) you can add them on to anything for a little flavor! Nothing says “hurrication” like an amazing after-dinner spa massage by candlelight. Just lie there in the dark and pretend you are in a thatched roof hut in Tahiti. Then lastly, let's not forget the world-famous – and absolutely necessary – EMERGENCY liquid
Hurricane. Be sure to keep a bottle of rum and Pat O’Briens Hurricane Mix handy at all times. And, as always in times like these, SHARE! Get out and meet your neighbors. Send your love and concern in the form of a pitcher of hurricanes and a batch of no-bake cookies. End your night by pretending the sound of generators humming is just the whir of a cruise ship engine, and remind yourself: It will all get better in time!
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Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and boil 3 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent scorching. Remove from heat and stir in oatmeal, peanut butter, nuts, vanilla, and chocolate chips.
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• State-of-the-art tanning beds w/latest technology, exclusively at Boca • Beds have Aqua mist, aroma, music, facial & shoulder tanners • GET YOUR FIRST TAN FREE • Best spray tan on the market – No orange color or streakings! • Come experience the Ultimate Tan • Friendly & helpful staff –
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Herbert’s Fun Shop:
Clear Lake’s Best-Kept Secret for Costumes & More Can’t decide what you want to be for Halloween? Or are your kids bothering you to find them the perfect costume that no one else will have? Clear Lake’s bestkept secret for all of your costume and party planning needs is Herbert’s Fun Shop, located just off Hwy. 146 at 2114 Seabrook Circle (behind the Waffle House). Herbert’s Fun Shop has been serving the Bay Area for over 30 years and has been in its current location for the past three years. “We needed more space to showcase our large collection,” owner Gary Douglas said. With more than 5,000 items in stock including costumes, wigs, hats, make-up and decorations, this store can set you up with almost anything you need for any season. Whether you have a large or small family or you are looking for the best costume for you, Herbert’s Fun Shop should be on the top of your list for places to go this Halloween season. They have everything from pretty pirate costumes, to goofy and ridiculous. The Fun Shop also keeps most of their products in stock year ’round. At the Fun Shop, they carry toddlerthrough adult-size costumes and accessories at very low prices. “We are able to keep our prices so low because we are a major mail-order supplier across the United States and can pass the savings on to our local customers. We may be a small local shop, but we do a major International business,” Gary explained. Costumes can range from sale items at $5 to more elaborate, specialty costumes that can be over $200. The average price for a costume is about $30. Wigs range from $14 to $24, masks from $4 to $24, and hats from $7.95 to $14.95. Herbert’s Fun Shop has provided costumes and props for the television show C.S.I. and
movies including She’s the Man, Accepted, and My Name is Earl. Besides Halloween, Mardi Gras is a big season for Herbert’s Fun Shop also. “We import most of our Mardi Gras products direct which makes us the preferred Supplier for most of the local Float Krewes. We are already stocked with more Mardi Gras items than ever before,” Gary said. The Fun Shop is loaded with hundreds of beads, costumes and float decorations for any Mardi Gras party. In October, Herbert’s Fun Shop will be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 12:005:00 p.m. For more information, call Herbert’s Fun Shop at 281-291-0707 or visit them online at www.funshop.com. So if you plan to win best costume this Halloween, be sure to stop by Herbert’s Fun Shop, the best kept secret in town and see if our prices don’t beat all those temporary stores.
2114 Seabrook Circle In Seabrook, right off Hwy. 146
HERBERT’S FUN SHOP
SHOP EARLY FOR DISCOUNTS We’ve dug up 1000’s of • Costumes • Masks • Props • Pirates • Wigs
Be sure to tell them the SCENE sent you.
2114 SEABROOK CIRCLE In Seabrook, right off Hwy. 146 behind Waffle House 281-291-0707 • www.fun-shop.com
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EVENT SEASON
October 18-19, 2008 on Brooks Lake @ Fluor Corp. in Sugar Land
2008 Gulf Coast Dragon Boat Regatta
The Texas Dragon Boat Association (TDBA) is pleased that the Honorable Johnny Isbell, Mayor of the City of Pasadena, will serve as Honorary Chair of the 2008 Gulf Coast International Dragon Boat Regatta. Unfortunately the Regatta had to be moved from Pasadena Lake at Clear Lake Park 2005 SCENE Dragon Boat Team to Sugar Land as a result of Hurricane Ike.
HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED? • There are lots of opportunities to join in the fun! You'll need 20 paddlers, 1 drummer, and lots of spirit to put together a team. No experience? Never fear! Each team will receive one pre-event training session and all the equipment is provided.
• There are multiple categories of racing including opportunities for youth teams and cancer survivor teams. Email director@texasdragonboat.com for a WHO: The Texas Dragon Boat Association (TDBA) presents sponsorship packet. its 5th Annual Gulf Coast International Dragon Boat Regatta. • If you wish to volunteer for either October 18 or WHAT: Dragon boat teams from across North America will 19, please contact volunteer@texasdragonboat.com. compete for the International Cup, Gulf Coast Cup, Texas • If you would like to be a vendor, please contact Cup, Lone Star Cup, Bay Area Cup, Energy Cup, Youth Cup, Don at earthwrk@swbell.net Breast Cancer Survivor Cup, and other top awards. Saturday’s • And don't forget, it's free for spectators! schedule features corporate and community teams. Youth and breast cancer survivor teams will compete on Sunday. Spectators and participants of this free public event celebrate Asian culture as they enjoy diverse food, music and cultural performances. WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, October 18-19; 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. WHERE: Brooks Lake at Fluor Corp. in Sugar Land WHY: The Texas Dragon Boat Association is a 501(c)(3) Texas non-profit corporation whose mission is to promote the tradition of dragon boating, increase awareness of Asian and Asian-American culture, and enhance cross-cultural understanding. TDBA organizes the Houston Dragon Boat Festival in downtown Houston each May and the Gulf Coast International Dragon Boat Regatta each October.
2007 SCENE Dragon Boat Team
Based on the level of interest and increased participation year after year, the TDBA hopes to kick off a year-round boating program for youth teams later next year. Confirmed sponsors to date include: AET –Tankers, AT&T, Centerpoint Energy, Continental Airlines, EXMAR Offshore Company, Halliburton, Memorial Hermann, Pink Phurree, Shell Oil Company, St. John's School(Riverstone & Sienna), and the United Space Alliance. For more information, contact Michelle Shen-O’Brien of the Texas Dragon Boat Association at 281-381-7154 or visit www.texasdragonboat.com
Saturday & Sunday, October 18-19 New Location: Flour Corp. - Sugar Land, Texas
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Music News National Act BROTHER to hit Clear Lake: ”Chances are you've seen BROTHER on NBC's 'ER', maybe heard their music on the classic 'Baraka' soundtrack. The band has shared stages with Joe Walsh, John Entwhistle, Linkin Park, and Alicia Keys and are the only independent band to have played the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Fusing signature vocals and guitar with the deep pulse of the didgeridoo, the soaring highs of the bagpipes and tribal percussion, BROTHER is wholly original. The band's powerhouse live performances are an energetic celebration, captivating and engaging the audience from the first song to the last. We're excited to welcome BROTHER back to Houston, Texas, for their first time appearance at the 11th Annual Clear Lake Celtic Music Festival.” - Dennis McClain, Clear Lake Celtic Festival SPACE ROCKERS Houston debut rescheduled: The SPACE ROCKERS, who were scheduled for their Houston debut at SCOUT BAR on Sept. 12, had to reschedule thanks to Hurricane Ike. No fear, though; they have been rescheduled for shows at Scout on November 28 (Friday after Thanksgiving) and also in December. See Scout Bar’s ad inside the back cover for more details on upcoming shows.
Benefit News Update: As we go to press a number of benefits following Hurricane Ike are being planned and discussed. One in particular involves the Bay Area Musicians Artists (BAMA). A talented group of volunteers speerheaded by local musician Lynn Raggio are planning an event or series of events aimed at raising money to help a number of area musicians hit hard by the storm. The SCENE has already pledged support and will assist getting the
word out as soon as some dates are set. If interested in helping out, contact Lynn at onleadguitar@sbcglobal.net. Another good idea is to join The SCENE’s Webmail list by e-mailing me at john@thescenemagazine.com. We will be sending out webmails as we learn of any events helping our neighbors who were hit the hardest. Stay tuned for details.
- John Ennis, Publisher
Halloween Party for Zone 504 Sports Bar
When: Friday, October 31, 2008 at 7:00 PM Where: Legacy Reception Hall at 1307 Spencer Hwy in South Houston (77587)
Organized by Patrons of Zone 504 Sports Bar
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Happy Prize Winners
The SCENE would like to thank La Dolce Vino owners Bryan and Jenny Wilkerson and Director of Operations Matt Wev for selecting the SCENE to throw a party for our clients, friends, assorted VIPS and power users before opening their beautiful new bar to the public. La Dolce Vino’s generosity was unbelievable and we all had a great time. Pictured at right is Matt introducing Brian and Jenny at the party early last month.
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GET
Sunday Brunch! Now Serving
entangled
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
La Dolce Vino A CASUAL WINE BAR
Live music, delicious brunch menu, gourmet coffee, mimosas, wine spritzers, sangrias, bloody vinos.
WITH THE BAY AREA’S NEWEST WINE BAR
Halloween...
Join us for a night of wicked mischief!
Call 281-724-9703
Friday October 31
7 p.m. to 2am: Costume party, Live Music and Door Prizes
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SMOKING ALLOWED
Texans Football is back!
LIVE MUSIC
(NFL & COLLEGE FOOTBALL)
TUES: 7-11PM F RI & S AT: 9PM-1 AM
Come enjoy the game on our
6 Plasma & Big Screen TVs
SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET 10am-1pm ($9.95)
$2 Mimosas, Bloody Marys & Screwdrivers
HOMEMADE LUNCH SPECIALS $ 4.95 DAILY 11AM-2PM WEDNESDAY – $8.00 5-OZ. FILET W/BAKED POTATO
HAPPY HOUR: DAILY 11AM-7PM
FRESH JUMBO FRIED SHRIMP ~ AND ~ THE BEST RIBEYES IN TOWN ON FRIDAY NIGHTS 6-10PM
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THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE
Live Music at restaurant turned dance club Las Haciendas
Accoustic Night at Scout Bar.
Messengers of Love at Mamacita’s Coldshot at Club Classic
The Sharks with Bennie Brasket at T-Bone Tom's “Can't say enough about this gig. We all know how Sunday nights at T-Bone's is often a packed house for an evening of dining and dancing. Band leader Rod Rodriguez was is the audience, soaking in some good sun, and looking great these days while he's on his way back. Filling in for Rod this evening is Bacliff's own Bennie Brasket. Bennie's a poorly kept secret hanging out mostly at Katie's with bassmeister Chris Ray and qualifys in our book as not just a Texas Blues guitarist but a Gulf Coast Blues performer, if you understand the distinction. When you hear Bennie play what he hears and feels, and it's different each time, you know what we mean. Backing up Bennie was veteran Seabrook bassist, Ricky Pitts, who also plays by ear and feel along with martial arts master Jody Smith on the kit. And thus, you have a band that doesn't just play music but make music (with a bite to boot)!
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The Newest Pub & Restaurant on the Block
HOURS: Sun-Wed 11am - 12am Thurs & Fri 11am-2am
SUN & MON: NFL TICKET EVERY GAME TUES: COMEDY NIGHT, 8:30 PM WED: TEXAS HOLD’EM - 6:30 UNTIL CLOSE THURS: ROCK BAND - MADDEN ’09 KARAOKE WITH VICKI FRI & SAT: LIVE MUSIC, 9PM - 1AM
Friday & Saturday, Live Music!
OP Golf Tournament FRIDAY, OCT. 24 Bay Forest Country Club
10/03 10/04 10/10 10/11 10/18 10/24 10/25 10/31
8am Shot Gun Start 4-Man Scramble
Call or email for details golf@optavern.com
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$100 for 1st p lace Pumpkin P $40 Tab for 1st ss Karaoke m a & Mama Cn@ optavern.co email: hallowee
Lunch Special: Mon-Fri 11-4 New Lunch Baskets w/ our juicy 1/2 lb burgers & homemade French fries or chips $6.50
SHOWTIME KARAOKE
Sunday Brunch at 10 am
$1.75 longnecks
Pool tables, shuffle board, & more! 15 viewing TVs & projector!
MON-FRI TIL 5PM
$1 Dom. Draft
Best Pinnini Club Sandwiches Jumbo Wings • Hot Dogs• Pizzas Fresh Hamburgers
ALL DAY SAT & SUN
(Bud Lt, Coors Lt, Miller Lt & Shiner Bock)
MAMA CASS KARAOKE Thurs: 10/9, 10/16, 10/30 Thur 10/9, Sat 10/18 & All Fridays
Come check out the
DAWG HOUSE!
SAT, NOV. 8 BBQ F COOK OgF ister
Leather couches, 42-inch HDTV 1st come, 1st serve.
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Mon – Wed, 2pm-1am | Thur & Fri, 2pm-2am Sat, 11am-2am | Sun 10 am-Midnight
Egret Bay @ Nasa Rd 1 • 281-333-1235 God bless everyone recovering from Ike!
3612 W. Main, League City 281-332-9400
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Wise Guy Undesided Language Room Out Law Hamilton Loomis ($10 cover) Undesided UFC 90 Costume Party
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WE’VE GOT THE NFL TICKET Come Hungry! Come view Football in Style Now Serving Classic Cafe & Comfort Hurricane Ike Menu WED. NIGHT SAILBOAT RACES | UPCOMING LIVE MUSIC | 10/10 10/11 10/17 10/18 10/24 10/25
8pm ......................DJ 9pm ..........Full Release 9pm ............The Crisis 9pm ..............Citizen X 9pm..............The Slags 9pm ..............Cold Shot
10/31 9pm ..........Stereomaze
& COSTUME PARTY! 11/1 11/7 11/8 11/14
9pm ..............Madigan 9pm Greenlight Caravan 9pm ..............Cold Shot 9pm ........Eleventh Hour
2513 NASA Parkway (Behind Classic Cafe) 281-532-2691 • HOURS: 4PM TO 2AM DAILY
We Survived Ike!
NOW OPEN! Newly Remodeled! Welcome Home! We’ve Missed You! 2511 NASA RD 1 • SEABROOK • 281-326-1512 THE SCENE
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the scene’s martini madness 1942 MEXICAN MARTINI: If you like your drinks with a kick, get ready to pick yourself back up after this one. It's got a bit of a spicy punch to it – a great compliment to tasty Mexican food. Don Julio 1942 Tequila comes together with fresh lime juice and Grand Marnier shaken and served up in a martini glass table side; garnished with a fresh jalapeno and two olives. ----------------------------------RED JOLLY-TINI: If you like sweet drinks, you'll love this liquid "jolly rancher-esque" concoction. It has the Editor's Choice stamp of approval. Vodka, cranberry and cherry Grenadine; garnished with a cherry. ----------APPLETINI: A classic favorite: Gin and Sour Apple Pucker. ----------------------------------------These Martinis were prepared by Julie at
DON JULIO’S 2900 E. NASA Pkwy. • Seabrook 281-326-2600
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NOW OPEN MONDAYS!
FRI. OCT 31
HALLOWEEN PARTY CASH PRIZES!
Music by Mark May
Mon: Open Mic w/Lynn Raggio & Tom Rodgers Sun: Jam Session w/ The Amigos 7-11pm, musicians welcome, Vodka Well Drinks $2 (12-7pm) LIVE MUSIC Tues: Scott McGill • $2 Ritas all day 7 NIGHTS A WEEK Wed: Live Music & Drink Specials NO COVER! Thurs: Benny Brasket Band
Houston Pavilion coming to Downtown!
Bottomless Mimosas all day Sunday Live Music Thursday thru Saturday, 8-11 Happy Hour Monday thru Friday, 2-7
) Serving appetizers & dinner ) Monthly wine classes, wine tastings & wine dinners ) Private wine tastings also available
Halloween Party • No Cover! • Live Music
Featuring Themed Wine (2 glasses for $20) RSVP recommended • Costumes encouraged (Contest)
Over 400 wines by the glass, bottle, or case! Over 40 beers from all over the world!
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Sun 12-10pm | Mon 2-10pm | Tues/Wed 2pm-12am | Thurs-Sat 2pm-2am
281-554-WINE ) www.corkwine.net 19325 Gulf Freeway, Ste. 7 ) In front of Lowe’s
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Wed 10/ 8 - The James Reese Trio Fri 10/10 - JJ Dynomite Sat 10/ 11 - David Brake & That Damn Band Wed 10/15 - The Groove Kings Fri 10/17 - Slide Effect Sat 10/18 - Donnie Simmons & House Rockers Wed 10/22 - Slide Effect Fri 10/24 - Luther & The Healers Sat 10/25 - Scott McGill & Old Dog Mac Wed 10/29 - The Groove Kings Fri 10/31 - Mark May HALLOWEEN PARTY Sat 11/1 - The Mighty Orq
HAPPY HOUR
Mon-Fri 11-7 $2.50 Wells $1.75 Dom. Longnecks $1.25 Dom. Draft
Tues. $2 Rita Sun. $2 Well Vodka Drinks (12 to 7pm)
315 Grand Ave. Bacliff • 281-559-3773 OCTOBER 2008
Cock-Eyed SEAGULL 1010B E. NASA Parkway @ Egret Bay Blvd. • 281-335-5400 OPEN DAILY LIVE MUSIC SUNDAY, OCT. 26
BRANDY’S BIKINI B-DAY PARTY Wear a Bikini, get happy hour prices!
FRIDAY, OCT. 31: HALLOWEEN PARTY Music by Convertibles Costume Contest:
2PM - 2AM
MONDAYS: INDUSTRY NITE $1.50 Well Drinks $3 Mini Blasters $1.75 Dom Bottles $2 Jagers
FRI OCT 10 ..BODACIOUS TATAS SAT OCT 11 ........CAPTAIN RICK FRI OCT 17 ....ABRAHAMS TREE SAT OCT 18....CRUISE CONTROL FRI OCT 24 ......CONVERTIBLES SAT OCT 25............MAGAZINE
$100 Cash (for 1st Place); $50 & $25 Bar Tab (2nd & 3rd Place)
THURS, FRI & SAT
EVERY THURSDAY OPEN MIC JAM
LADIES NITES
FRI OCT 31 ......CONVERTIBLES ..(HALLOWEEN PARTY) SAT NOV 1 ........GROOVE KINGS
$1.50 Well Drinks $2 House Wine
FRI NOV 7 ..............SHARKS SAT NOV 8 ..........LOS GALLOS
Karaoke on Wed. & Sun. Nights
BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW!
KITCHEN OPEN! Tuesday thru Sunday (3-11 pm)
Think you've had the best? Try the rest: The Cock-Eyed Seagull The newest grill in town:
E & S Grill
CAJUN FOOD AND A LOT MORE
PLACE YOUR ORDER NOW FOR DEEP-FRIED, HOLIDAY TURKEYS! SUN, OCTOBER 19 • STARTING @ 2PM
SAVE THE DATE:
Come celebrate her life with us!
SAT. NOV. 15 ’60s Themed Party
Live Bands, Auction • 8pm - Cliff’s Karaoke
Live music: Hourglass
Benefit & Memorial for our Sunshine Silver
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PUB & CLUB UPDATE
Come see what's new at the Seagull By BETSEY ENNIS There's no doubt that the Cock-Eyed Seagull, located at 1010B East NASA Parkway (at Egret Bay), has become a staple in our area's live music and nightlife SCENE. There's absolutely no entertainment venue with muraled walls as recognizable as this place. Reminiscent of an undersea adventure, complete with life size sharks hanging from the ceiling, this watering hole is a wellknown hangout for musicians, service industry locals and music lovers alike. The staff is fun-loving and down-to-Earth. Witty bartender and newly appointed Bar Manager Brandy Buckout has, no-doubt, never met a stranger. "Our customers will be excited to know about all of our improvements: We have new faces behind the bar and out on the floor, and on the stage, plus new drink specials and our kitchen is up and running again," Buckout said.
offer awesome cheese sticks; Friday night, we have yummy rib specials; and Saturday night is chef's special plate,” Buckout said. “You have to try Eric’s boudain. Come by and check it out.” Kitchen hours are from 3 to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The Cock-Eyed’s tropical, palapa-thatched stage hosts live music five nights a week including karaoke on Wednesday and Sunday, Open Mic Jam on Thursday and scheduled bands on Friday and Saturday. October bands include Bodacious TaTas, Captain Rick, Abrahams Tree, Cruise Control, Convertibles and Magazine. Groove Kings, Sharks and Los Gallos are slated for early November performances.
dees wearing bikinis. On Friday, October 31, dust off your best wig, squeeze into those tights and turn into your favorite alter ego and head over to the Cock-Eyed for their Halloween party. “Enjoy our spooktacular drink specials,” Buckout said. “The names are a surprise and Halloween-themed. Music will be provided by the Convertibles. Meet the Miller Lite Girls and compete in the costume contest ($100 cash for first place; $50 & $25 bar tab second and third place, respectively). On a somber note, Sunday, Oct.19, the Cock-Eyed Seagull is hosting a benefit and memorial for former employee Sunshine Silver which will start at 2 p.m. There will be various live bands performing, plus a live auction and Cliff’s Karaoke at 8 p.m. No matter what the occasion, toast your friends at the improved Cock-Eyed Seagull and be sure to tell them The SCENE sent you!
The weather may be getting chillier in October, but they're just getting warmed up at the Seagull. On October 26, Buckout will be celebrating her birthday at work and offering happy hour prices to all her atten-
E & S Grill, the Cock-Eyed's kitchen run by Eric Stittiiams, offers a rotating menu that changes each week. “We Ship Channel
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HOLIDAY PREPAREDNESS: It’s hard to believe, but the holidays will be here before you know it! The Cock-Eyed Seagull is already making plans to accept holiday orders and reservations. “Book your holiday party now,” said Bar
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Manager Brandy Buckout. Call 281-3355400 to learn more about their decoration, set up and food packages!! Kitchen Manager Eric Stittiiams is also taking orders for flavorful deep-fried, holiday turkeys & hens. You can bring in your own, or he can provide one for you.
OCTOBER 2008
THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE Before Ike arrived, the Kemah Jam squeezed in one more evening featuring "The Sid Maxwell Band" at T-Bone Toms. At right is local singer/songwriter Clinton Ashley. At far left is local musician Danny Taylor.
Jason Newby, at left, gets in his last Kemah Jam before heading off for Coast Guard duty (before Ike arrives) All Photos by Andy Eng
Strippers Lie at a Doc’s Upper Deck.
Wood-n-Wind plays what was the last show at the Sundance Grill for awhile... Madigan, Labor Day Weekend, Hurricane Gustav Watch Party at Sherlock's Pub. Melissa Brown Wolfe was in top form on lead vocals as was the rest of the band including Scott Madigan, bass and vocals Todd Fulks, Drums Dave Madigan, lead guitar and back-up vocals Dale Lance on the soundboard and Hector Reyes on lights.
Despite loosing his home in Kemah, Abel Salazar was pressing on and running open mic sessions at Headsn-Tails following the storm. The Spazmatics entertaining the crowd at Scout Bar
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SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE
Featured Bartender CHRISTINA FROM DOC’S UPPER DECK Where: 515 E. NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon. to Thurs. 11 - 10 Friday 11am - 7pm What: $3.75 Ritas $1.75 Draft
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Where: 3505 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) When: Mon. thru Fri. 11am-6pm What: $2 Domestics, $2 Wells plus daily specials (see ad), $2 Bloody Marys on Sunday
------------------Where: 901 NASA Rd. 1 When: Daily Happy Hour 11am to 7pm. Call for details.
Where: 4449 NASA Road 1 When: Mon.- Fri. 11 am - 7pm What: $1.99 House Margaritas Also all day Saturday
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Where: 18301A Egret Bay Blvd. (Above Scout Bar) When: Daily 3pm to 8pm What: Daily Drink Specials
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Where: 608 6th Street Kemah When: Mon.-Fri. 3 to 7pm Sat. & Sun Noon to 4pm What: $2 Dom Beer; $2 Wells; $3 Imports; $3 Jager $1 Bloody Marys on Sunday
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How Long have you worked there: 1 1/2 years. Signature drink: Football Sunday Bloody Mary Best Tip: $250 In five words or less, how would your friends describe you? Loyal, Fun, Silly, Weird, Honest What I love about bartending: Making money while everyone is out spending Favorite thing about the Bay Area? Living on the water Hobbies: Shopping, drinking, anything outdoors or on the water, wakeboarding Other than your own, what other profession would you like to attempt? I want to be a Certified Public Accountant. I want to handle lots of other people’s money :-) What profession would you NOT like to attempt? Bedpan washer at the hospital
Where: 3138 NASA Road 1 When: Normal Happy Hour Mon.to Fri. 4 - 7pm Lunch $1 Ritas 11 am to 2pm
Where: 716 Clear Lake Road in Clear Lake Shores When: Monday - Friday 1 to 7pm What: $2 domestics, $3 wells
Who inspires you? My Mom. she’s the greatest EVER! By
Betsey Ennis
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Where: 4001 Hwy. 146 When: Daily 11am-7pm What: $2 House Margaritas, Flavor of the Day: $3 All Day
Where: 20760 Gulf Frwy (Webster) (in Garden Ridge parking lot) What: Martini Day Monday “Keep the Shaker” $2 Tuesdays: All Domestics & Imports Plus $3 Wells & $3 Margaritas Hurricane Humpday (Wednesdays)
Where: 2513 NASA Rd. 1 When: Monday thru Friday, starts 2 hours before sunset What: $2 domestic, $2 draft, $3 wells, $3.50 Bull Blaster, $2 ritas
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Where: 463 Bay Area Blvd. When: Monday thru Friday 2pm to 6pm What: $2.99 Regular Paparitas, $3.99 Large Paparitas, $2 Wells, $3 Calls, $1 Draft Beer
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and specials are subject to change. THE SCENE
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Where: 101 E. Main Street, La Porte When: Mon. - Fri. 3 to 6pm What: Various Specials
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Where: 2416 Bay Area Blvd. When: Mon-Fri 3-9pm What: $1.75 Selected Draft Pints, $2.25 Call Drinks, $6.00 Selected Pitchers, $2.00 House Wines, $1.75 Wells
Where: 18307 Egret Bay Blvd. When/What: Scout has fresh, changing promotions. Visit ScoutBar.com for details. One favorite is Wednesday College Night Original Music Showcase $1 Domestic Draft, $2 Import Draft, and $2 Kazis All Night!
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Where: 1804 FM 646 281-614-5100 When: Mon.- Fri. 12 - 6pm What: Domestic & Imports $3 $1.25 Ritas • 48 Types of Tequila
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JAPANESE SAKE BAR
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Where: 3612 W. Main (FM 518) What: Daily from 3 to 7 pm What: $2 domestic $1.50 draft $3 wells + daily specials
Where: 2900 NASA Pkwy. When: Mon. - Fri. 11am-6pm What: $2.50 Margaritas Draft Specials Sunday Brunch 12-3: $2.50 Bloody Mary’s
Where: 605 6th St. C, Kemah When: Monday-Saturday Noon to 7pm What: $5 Bull Blasters $2 Domestic Pints $2 Wells
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Where: 605 A 6th Street When: Monday - Saturday 11am to 7pm What: $2 Domestic Pints, $ Wells $3 Wine by the glass $4 Ouzo shots
Where: 315 Grand Ave. When: Tues-Fri 11am-7pm, What: $1.25 Domestic Draft; $1.75 Domestic Beer $2.50 Wells Drinks
Where: 1804 W. FM 646 When: Sun-Thurs, ask about times What: All Domestic Beers and some Japanese Beers Drafts 12oz $1.95, 16oz $2.50 Sake Bombs $3.50 Large Sake $3.95 Small Sake $1.95
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Where: Harbour Fireside Bar 2500 South Shore Blvd. When: Mon. thru Fri. 4 - 7pm What: $4 Well Drinks, $4 Wine by the Glass
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Where: 1010 B NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Fri 2-8 pm What: $1.50 Domestic Drafts, $4.50 Domestic Pitchers, $1.75 Domestic Bottles; $2.75 Well Drinks
Where: 1055 Bay Area Blvd. When: Everyday, until 7pm What: $2 Domestics $2.25 Wells $3.25 Calls $5 Domestic pitchers all day, every day!
Where: 2110 Bay Area Blvd. When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pm What: $1.25 Margaritas ($.99 Margaritas All Day Sat.) ($.99 Draft Beer Every Day)
Where: 1020 NASA Road 1 When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pm What: $2 Margaritas, $3.50 Haciendaritas, $1.50 Tap Beer, $2 Domestic/Imports
Pearland Location:
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A CASUAL WINE BAR
Where: 3202 Marina Bay Drive Suite M in Kemah When: Monday thru friday 4p -7pm What: $3.50 22oz Drafts $3.00 Ladolceritas & Daily Wine Specials
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and specials are subject to change. THE SCENE
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ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP
TUESDAY: LADIES NIGHT WEDNESDAYS: BILLY BOURBON THURS: KARAOKE W/ CLIFF’S BRIGADE
3505 HWY. 146 • BACLIFF, TX (HWY 146 & REPPERT ST, 2 MILES SOUTH OF KEMAH)
281-559-2040 • www.mothers-speakeasy.com MONDAY - FRIDAY
$2 DOMESTICS, $2 WELLS
LIVE MUSIC: FRI 9PM-1AM SAT & SUN 3-7PM 10/10 ................Billy Bourbon 10/11 ..................Electric Bite 10/12 ................Abrahan’s Tree 10/17 ..................Full Throttle 10/18 ..............98 in the Shade 10/19 ..............Bourbon Street 10/24 ......................Rick Lee 10/25 ......................Outlaw X 10/26 ..Guppies from Outerspace 10/31................Abraham’s Tree 11/1 ....(2-6) Mean Gene Kelton 11/1 ........(8-12) Abraham’s Tree 11/2 ....................JJ Dynomite
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE SPECIAL EVENTS!
DRINK SPECIALS NIGHTLY 6PM - CLOSE
MON.
$3.50 Jager Bombs $10 Dom. Buckets of Beer TUES. $2 Jose Tequila Shots $2 Kamikazes WED. $3.50 Tuaca Bombs THURS. $2.50 Margaritas $2.50 Jack Daniels FRI. $4 Bald Mother Fuddpucker SUN. $2 Bloody Marys (all day)
OPEN 7 DAYS MON-SAT: 11AM - 2 AM SUNDAY: NOON -MIDNIGHT
Fri, Oct. 31 . . . . . . . . . . . HALLOWEEN PARTY! featuring live music by Abraham’s Tree Sat, Nov. 1 . . 1ST ANNIVERSARY PARTY! Mean Gene Kelton (2-6pm) & Abraham’s Tree (8pm-12) Sun, Nov. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “The Cajun Queen,” Carolyn Picard (4pm) • Followed by JJ Dynomite THE SCENE
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Featured Event:
The Charles Brown Music Festival The City of Texas City, in conjunction with the Texas City Cultural Arts Foundation, is pleased to announce The Charles Brown Music Festival, an event honoring Texas City native, Charles Brown (September 13, 1922January 31, 1999). The late great pianist has been heralded as one of the most influential blues artists of the 20th century. Some of his achievements include The National Endowment for the Arts Heritage Fellowship Award, a W.C. Handy Award, and being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Kemah Pub Crawl
The Festival will feature entertainment by Sparky’s Jazz Express; The Zydeco Dots, voted best zydeco band at The Houston Press Music Awards; Blind Pig recording artist and local favorite, Hamilton Loomis. Coming in from the Crescent City with a healthy dose of New Orleans funk will be Jon Cleary and the Absolute Monster Gentlemen. And, last but not least, from Crowley, Louisiana, serving up a hearty gumbo of rock, Cajun, and rhythm & blues, will be “Le Boss”, Wayne Toups and his band Zydecajun.
Friday, October 11 • 5:30pm Kemah Entertainment District www.myspace.com/thescenemag
In addition to the musical entertainment, there will be arts and crafts, concessions, and a children’s area.
Clear Lake Celtic Festival Saturday, October 18 • 5:30pm Landolt Pavilion, Clear Lake Park
FREE ADMISSION & PARKING
See ad in this issue, page 39
For additional information and/or questions, contact the Festival Entertainment Chair, James “The Blues Hound’ Nagel, at (409) 948-8663 or theblueshound@comcast.net or visit the City of Texas City website, www.texas-city-tx.org.
DOCTOBERFEST ‘09 Saturday, Oct. 18 • Doors open at 5pm Doc’s Upper Deck, 18310A Egret Bay Blvd.
South Shore Dockside Food & Wine Festival
Beer, Brats, Bands and more Beer. Live music with Moment of Trust, Elysian and Hobson’s Choice.
Saturday, October 18 • 5:30pm
Drink Specials: $2.75 22oz domestics; $3.50 22oz import; $4.50 bull blasters; Souvenir steins and 1st beer $4.50. Brats with beer only $1.
See ad in this issue, page 20
Doors open at 5pm, Never a cover charge! THE SCENE
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OCTOBER 2008
Hast Bier?
(GOT BEER?)
Doctoberfest 08 Saturday, October 18th Doors Open @ 5pm BEER, BRATS & MORE BEER! Live Music with Moment of Trust, Elysian & Hobson’s Choice NEVER A COVER!
Sunday NFL Ticket Headquarters! Free Buffet & Wing specials w/ Drink specials that score!
HALLOWEEN PARTY Friday October 31 Costume Contest with Cash & Prize. Hourly door prizes giveaways! Call for Details.
STRIPPERS LIE @ DOC’S LIVE ON TUESDAY NIGHTS
DOC’s has all the FIGHTS! AFFLICTION: DAY OF RECKONING..10/11/08 UFC 89....BISPING VS. LEBEN....10/18/08 UFC 90 ......SILVA VS. COTE ....10/25/08 UFC 91..COUTURE VS. LESNAR 11/15/08
- PIZZA & PITCHER SPECIALS WITH RESERVATION -
MARINA GATE CENTER 18301A EGRET BAY BLVD. ( ABOVE SCOUT BAR ) 281-333-DOCS