MARIO’S
FLYING PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT
WE DELIVER!! Call for details 281-326-2600
SEABROOK
WEBSTER
281-474-5103
281-332-2202
1304 Bayport Blvd
618 W. NASA Pkwy.
KARAOKE EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT! COME & ENJOY THE FUN
SEABROOK LOCATION NOW OPEN!! MENU, WI-FI NEW LOOK! NEW FLAT SCREENS! NEW FABULOUS WINE LIST!
SAME FRIENDLY FACES & SAME GREAT SERVICE
HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri 11am-7pm
LIVE MUSIC
EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHT
THE PATIO IS OPEN! The weather is great!
BOTH LOCATIONS: Full Delivery of All Menu – All Day, Every Day!
NIGHTLY SPECIALS
Mon........Never-Ending Pasta Bowl $6.95 99¢ Domestic Draft Tues............................Kids Under 12 Eat Free (1 child per adult entree. Kids menu only.)
Wed ..........................................99¢ House Wine Thurs................................99¢ Domestic Draft
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WEBSTER LOCATION:
2 BANQUET ROOMS AVAILABLE GRADUATIONS! REUNIONS! CORPORATE GATHERINGS! BIRTHDAY PARTIES! – BOOK YOUR SPECIAL EVENT NOW!
281-326-2600 SEATING UP TO 125: CORP EVENTS OR SPECIAL OCCASIONS 2900 E. NASA PKWY • SEABROOK GRAND FINALE CATERING (Across from Wachovia Bank) SUN -THURS 11AM-9:30PM; FRI & SAT 11AM-11AM
Let us cater your next special event! 281-334-5800 • grandfinalecatering@comcast.net
JAPANESE RESTAURANT Sake Bomb promotion all day, every day in April!* Free small appetizer w/ purchase* Sat. & Sun. (All Day) + Mon-Thurs. (4:30 to Close)! * ask about details and stipulations
Parrillada Especial for 4 MONDAY & TUESDAY: FAJITAS FOR 2 SPECIAL TASTE OUR: STUFFED AVOCADO & SEAFOOD PLATE We serve FRESH FISH flown in from California daily! Every Tues & Thurs: Special fish flown in from Honolulu Come Try MASA HOT ROCK BEEF Available only at El Camino Location
MASA SEAFOOD KONRO
HAPPY HOUR Lunch Specials Every Day! FUSION
SAKE BAR
11am to 3:30pm
M-W 11am-10pm Thur & Fri 11am-7pm
$3.75 RITAS $1.75 Dom DRAFTS
VISIT OUR REMODELED BAR!
LIVE MUSIC Messengers of Love Wed 6-9 • Sun 11-2 (Clear Lake Only)
FIESTA ROOM AVAILABLE! WE CATER TOO!
MAMACITA’S LOCATIONS: 515 E. NASA RD. 1 • 281-332-5362 15335 I-45 NORTH • 281-876-3663 7325 SPENCER HWY • 281-476-9545
977 NASA ROAD 1
1804 W. FM 646
(EL CAMINO REAL @ EL CAMINO VILLAGE)
(SUITE R, NEAR HEB IN DICKINSON)
281-486-9888
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EL JARDIN: 7849 HARRISBURG • 713-921-3633
la brisa mexican bar grill mexican bar & grill
COMING SOON!!
La Brisa is enlarging its family
Look For Our Neon Palm Trees! Located on Hwy. 146, 3 Miles South of Kemah
(1/2 Mile North of Hwy. 646)
Off-Site Catering Available!
Happy Hour! ***
Every day • 11am-7pm • $2 ritas Sat 8am-1pm & Sun 10am-1pm
$1: bloody marys & mimosas $2: mojitos, banpiritos, berry mojito, mango sunrise, cosmic driver
On Wesley Drive in League City (near the corner of I-45 and 518)
Cold Ritas • Sizzling Fajitas • Hot Senoritas
Open for Saturdays Brunch: &S 10am to 2undays pm Bloody Mar y& Mimosas $ 2.50
PABLO’S PUB FAVORITES:
Beer Basted Pub Fajitas Surf & Turf Tacos Chicken Fried Steak & Enchilada Combo Diablo Shrimp Tacos Fish Tacos The Big Pub Burrito The Pub Burger
Thursdays night P, B, & J (Palamos, Beer, Jager) Cheap Cheap Special with DJ. Call for details. Live Bands Friday Nights from 10 - 2 (visit www.PablosPub.com for schedule) Cinco de Mayo Party: May 5th with Mariachi Band & Live Entertainment
Come check out Pablo's Back Yard Bar featuring over 35 draft and bottled beers, over 40 different tequilas, Pablo's Signature Ritas and tons of Speciality drinks!
Ask how we do Tequila Shots "Pablo Style!" Monday: 11am to midnight Tuesday - Friday: 11am to 2am Saturday - Sunday: 10am to 2am (In Loweʼs & Best Buyʼs Shopping Center @ Bay Area Blvd. & I-45)
19325 Gulf Frwy #5 281.954.3070
Since 1974
Steakhouse Restaurant
LIVE MUSIC THE CRAWFISH 4/3 ........................Navigators 4/4 ........................O.G.R.E. 4/5 ........................Crossroads 4/7 ......................Kemah Jam 4/8 ......................Southbound 4/9 ....................Dave Kelldorf 4/10................Pee Wee Bowen 4/11 ....................Hanna’s Reef 4/12....................Dave Nevling 4/14......................Kemah Jam 4/15......................Southbound 4/16 ..........Al Casey & the BBs 4/17 ....................Ezra Charles 4/18 ....................What is Hip 4/19 ..................Gulf Coasters 4/21......................Kemah Jam 4/22 ............4 Barrel Ramblers 4/23 ..................Dave Nevling 4/24 ..................Gulf Coasters 4/25 ......................Navigators 4/26 ..................Dave Nevling 4/28 ....................Kemah Jam 4/29 ..........Al Casey & the BBs 4/30 ................Two Way Street 5/1 ....................Gulf Coasters 5/2....................Cruise Control 5/3 ......................Cross Roads
ARE BACK! COME GET YOURS!
MEET US AT TOM’S BACKYARD!
LIVE MUSIC 6 DAYS A WEEK! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE!
HAPPY HOUR: M-F, 5-7PM $1.25 Drafts, $2.25 Longnecks Excluding holidays
BACKYARD SPECIAL:
HAPPY HOUR $1.99 Shrimp Cocktail
NEW OPEN 7 DAYS ’TIL 2AM! RESTROOMS 707 HWY. 146 IN KEMAH • 281-334-2133
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Come be Greek by Association
Daily Specials • Full Bar • Outdoor Patio
MONDAY STEAK NIGHT, 5-10PM
Famous "1-2-3" Happy Hour Visit www.VegasGrillRocks.com for details
FREE SHRIMP MON. TUE. WED. WITH PURCHASE OF ANY AMERICAN SLOW ROASTED RIBEYE
BIG FLAT SCREEN HDTVs! CHAMPAGNE SUNDAY ENJOY A FREE GLASS OF CHAMPAGNE WITH ANY ENTREE, SANDWICH OR BURGER
• $11.95 12 oz. Rib Eye • Bottomless Greek Salad • Loaded Baked Potatoes • Bottomless Soup Du Jour $1.95
THURS PASTA NIGHT, 5-10PM • $10.95 - choose from 3 pastas • Bottomless Greek Salad • Bottomless Soup Du Jour $1.95
WEDNESDAYS
$3.95 /LB CRAWFIS H $10.95 /LB SNOWC RAB BAKKH US-STYLE MU POTATOES, CORN SHROOMS, & SAUSAGE (4PM TIL WE
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Happy Hour: Mon–Sat 11-7pm $2 Dom Pints, $2 Wells, $3 Wine by the glass, $4 Ouzo shots
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PHAT ELVIS BURGER & MUCH MORE
20931 Gulf Freeway • Webster In front of Cinemark, south of NASA Rd. 1 • 281-557-3232
www.VegasGrillRocks.com
605 A 6TH ST • KEMAH • 11AM–12AM DAILY 281-538-1800 • WWW.BAKKHUSTAVERNA.COM
(JUST SECONDS FROM THE BOARDWALK IN THE LIGHTHOUSE DISTRICT)
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Front Cover: VEGAS GRILL • Back Cover: PABLO’S PUB
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LIVE MARIACHIS • 6-9pm “Reyes de Mexico” HAPPY HOUR (11am-7pm) $1.25 Ritas
Let us cater your special event (Banquet Facility 100 Capacity)
DON PICO’S
Fajitas for 2 – $13.95
your total $5 OFF food bill
All Day Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Only
Lunch specials from $3.50 Monday & Thursday only
www.donpicos.com
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 4/20/09.
Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm • Fri 11am-10pm • Sat Noon-10pm Pearland open Sun. only 11am-8pm
2110 Bay Area Blvd. (Behind Ashley’s Donuts) • 281-280-8081 | 9811 Broadway • Pearland • 713-436-6175
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ESCAPE TO VEGAS WITHOUT LEAVING CLEAR LAKE By CARMEN BATES
showing it here,” added Miller. What could be better than all this? I haven’t even mentioned the impressive food offerings.
Wanna go to Vegas? Skip the plane tickets and gambling losses and win big at Vegas Grill instead.
When you can’t decide on Mexican, American, Italian or Asian, Vegas Grill is the perfect place to eat because they have a little bit of everything. If you have not tried their delicious American SlowRoasted Ribeyes, you are in for a treat. With chefs Zack and Javier working in
Vegas Grill is new to Clear Lake, and it is nothing like this area has seen before. “Think ‘Las Vegas casino meets fun and affordable restaurant,’” said owner Steve Miller, and that’s what you’ll find at 20931 Gulf Freeway in Webster. Since opening their doors on 08/08/08, Miller and local product and frontof-the-house manager Jeff Schurwon have been inviting patrons to escape to what seems like a fun-filled Vegas getaway. Combining a mix of flirty entertainment, mouth-watering food and tasty drinks, Vegas Grill is the perfect place to head out for a night on the town.
Amazing Food, Memorabl e Serv
the kitchen, you will indulge in recipes that can only be found inside these four walls. The intricate process in which they marinate and slow-roast their steaks is incredible. "We take extra effort to make it amazing," says Chef Javier (who is also known as "the food guy.") First, they hand rub their specialty seasonings and let the meat marinate overnight. The following day, the steaks are slow-roasted for hours, then carved and pan seared in butter to seal in the flavor. Yum! Other must-try items include their fries, which they take very seriously at Vegas Grill. Their signature Vegas Grill Fry Seasoning was developed by Chef Paul Prudhomme of New Orleans exclusively for this location. To top it off, they load them with cheese, sliced green onions, chopped fresh bacon and jalapenos, all for less than $5. If you’re looking for a bigger taste of Vegas, order the half-pound Original Phat Elvis Burger, that is sure to make you sing their praises!
No, there is no gambling, but you could have fooled me by the authentic-looking slot machines greeting patrons at the front entrance. Step into the main dining area, and take in the awe-inspiring panoramic “window” of the Las Vegas strip at night. In the center of the room, it is impossible to miss the enormous U-shaped bar, and tall, cozy booths and pseudo-black jack tables surrounding the bottom-level of the restaurant welcoming a fun night out with your friends, or an upscale date-night for couples. Looking for the next guys’ night out? “This is not your neighborhood Chili’s or TGI Friday’s,” said Miller. “It’s an experience!” Boasting numerous huge HDTVs, and two jumbo projector screens, it is unlikely you will miss out on any sporting events. “If there is a game on TV, then we are probably
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One such investment includes ordering 75 more of our signature, vertical display racks. You may have already noticed these new racks popping up throughout the Clear Lake/Bay Area in addition to new high traffic locations on Galveston Island and in Pearland and Friendswood. But that is just the start as we also recently ordered large outdoor magazine racks as well as more of our popular hotel display racks.
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281-326-3999 www.tequilabooms.com
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Mon., May 4
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8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Thai Seafood Restaurant
South Shore Country Club
ATTN: LADIES!!
8am: Registration / 9am: Tee-Off 12:30pm: Lunch / 1pm: Awards
Come, relax & enjoy!
Exotic Thai Fine Dining Check out our lunch specials
Catering & Takeout Available
• 9-hole Tournament FOR LADIES • No Experience Necessary (REALLY!!) • Special “Mulligans” • “Caddies” at each hole to help • “Pinkest Pink Lady” Contest • Awards Ceremony • Silent Auction • Lunch • Club Rentals Available
Volunteers Needed • Open to the Public
Sun. 12-9, Tues.-Thurs. 11 - 10, Fri. & Sat. 11 -11
Sponsorships starting at $200 Teams of 4 -or- Individual Participation ($75/player)
Lunch Specials Tuesday - Sunday (includes soup, salad and spring rolls)
281-338-8712
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The Scene’s Great Chefs An On-Going Series Chefs Jesus Lozoya & Franca Pignataro Franca’s Real Italian Restaurant 1101 NASA Road 1 • 281-488-2207 What’s your Background/Experience: Jesus (Jesse) has more than 30 years experience and learned his trade by working in some of the finest restaurants in Chicago. Roughly 10 years ago, Jesse brought his talents to Franca’s Real Italian Restaurant. Franca grew up in the restaurant business. She started flying pizzas at the age of 3 and was featured on Channel 13 News at age 5. She has learned every aspect of the restaurant business from a hands on point of view following in her father’s footsteps.
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Your Specialty: Franca’s features home style, made to order, authentic Italian cuisine.
Have you ever prepared a meal for anyone famous or infamous? Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner and race car driver Bobby Unser is a regular at Franca’s. Houston mayor Bill White, TV personality Debra Duncan, Astros pitcher Brandon Backe and many NASA astronauts among others have all enjoyed Franca’s.
Signature Dishes: Polla Franca: Grilled chicken topped with fresh mushrooms, fresh spinach and Franca’s special homemade cream sauce. Filet Medallions grilled to perfection, topped with a brandy cream sauce and served with the “area’s best fettuccine Alfredo.” Every bite melts in your
Please share 1 special cooking tip or technique for our readers: Make sure every ingredient is fresh, fresh, fresh.
Chefs Javier Carrillo & Zack Damon Vegas Grill
PREVIOUSLY FEATURED
Chef Jose Figueroa
Chef Paul Lewis
Chef Jorge Galvan
Chef Sixto Lopez
Chef Vincent Lopez
Chef Devin Corbett
Bakkhus Taverna
Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille
The Flying Dutchman
Sundance Grill
Masa Sushi Sake Bar
Valentino’s Seafood
Chef Oscar Salazar
Chef Roland Kyburz
Chef Daniel Green
Chef Michael Zhou
ChefJordanS.Tubig
Chef Robert Hicks
Babin’s Seafood House
South Shore Harbour Resort
Three Oaks Fine Wines
Masa Sushi Fusion
Clifton’s Seaside Diner
Space Center Houston
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Vegas Grill • Continued From 10 I’m sure by now you have probably worked up a good thirst, so order a “Shake, Shake, Shake Margarita,” served to you in fun and flirty fashion by the Vegas Grill cocktail girls, who you would swear were snatched off a casino floor in Las Vegas. These glamorous girls will personally prepare and “shake, shake, shake” your margaritas right at your table. Served in a 14-ounce glass with fresh-squeezed orange and lime, these ritas are on special every day for $4.77. If you are looking for an even better deal than that, escape to Vegas Grill during their "Happy Hours" starting from the time they open at 4 until 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Additionally, enjoy a late-night Happy Hour from 10 to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and get an extra dollar off margaritas, plus get $2 off 22-ounce draft beers, and sip on $3 well drinks. So the next time you want to escape from it all, head over to
Vegas Grill for their amazing food and memorable service. And don’t forget to tell them, The SCENE sent you.
Heart & Sole Music Festival and Cancer Walk
15th Annual
Men Who Cook April 28, 2009
benefitting the
Benefitting the Seabrook Police Association charities
April 19 • Noon • Clear Lake High School Jori Zemel Children’s Bone Cancer Foundation
7pm to 10pm
Music • Food • Rock Climbing • Jousting • Obstacle Course Clowns & many other festivities for children of all ages $20 registration
Lakewood Yacht Club
includes walk & music festival+ t-shirt
www.JoriZemel.org or 832-563-4212
2425 NASA Parkway
Participants and Volunteers may register online or call:
For Tickets & Info www.Seabrookmenwhocook.org
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Thank you for 7 great years in Clear Lake! THURS, APRIL 23 • 7 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY ALL DAY ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION! Enjoy Happy Hour Prices & Plate Specials ALL DAY LIVE DJ MARIACHIS
Live Dance Music!
8:30pm-12am
6:30-8:30pm
Every Friday & Saturday 10pm-2am
CINCO DE MAYO
Live International Salsa, Merengue Music & Dance Floor
Reser ve Now for MOTHER’S DAY
Tuesday, May 5
Happy Hour Monday-Friday 11am-7pm Free Mini Buffet: 4-7pm Plus Drink Specials on: Haciendaritas, Ritas, Dom/Import & Beer on Tap
Free Ice Cream! Homemade Tortillas We cater all events!
FOOD SPECIALS, including Fajitas for 2 $16.99
ALL MEXICAN BEER $2.50 • ALL DAY MARIACHIS LIVE DJ 6:30-8:30pm
(SUN., MAY 9)
8:30pm-12am
Visit us at our other locations! FUQUA: 12933 Gulf Frwy. • 281-484-6888
1020 NASA Road 1 (at NASA Road 1 & I-45) • 281-557-3500 Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-2am
arket to M o e n a er rr 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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NASA Rd. 1
MARKET Fresh Olives ~ Cheeses ~ Spices Pita Bread ~ Dried Fruits & Nuts Olive Oil & Imported Chocolates
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
Hours: Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm • LIVE LATIN MUSIC THURS. 8pm-12am STAFFORD: 12821 Southwest Frwy. • 281-240-3060
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!
Best EVENING SPECIALS ( 5-CLOSE ) View of $8 Lunch specials (m-f 11-3) Happy hour (3-7) MON. $12/lb. Spicy Boiled Galveston Shrimp w/corn & potatoes Bay
Saturday: Drink Specials All Day
TUE. Industry Night Drink specials all night $4.50/doz. Oysters and $12/lb. Snow Crab WED. $13 Prime Rib Dinner
Patio Bar is Open Weekends
THURS. Crawfish: 2lb. for $6 or 4lb. for $12
E! CRAWFISH ARE HER
FRI. $16 All-U-Can Eat Fried Catfish SUN. 11 to 3 - Great Brunch Menu on the Bay • $1 Bloody Marys & Screwdrivers
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Franca’s Real Italian Restaurant
Celebration of Family & Tradition By SHANNON MILLER
Pignataro.
Whether going out for a quiet dinner for two, or looking for a place to take the whole family, Franca’s Real Italian Restaurant is a Clear Lake landmark worth rediscovering. Since 1971, this familyowned restaurant (originally known as Franco’s) has been serving authentic Italian food to the Bay Area. “When we first opened, you could see our sign from Highway 3,” said founder Franco
Although the Clear Lake area has seen many changes over the last 30 years, including a slight name change to this restaurant, one thing about Franca’s has remained the same – the sense of family. When Franco first opened, he was closely followed by Franca, his youngest of three daughters and now-owner of the restaurant. “I was the boss when I was five,” Franca recalled. “I would follow my dad around with keys just like his, and everyone would greet me just like they did my dad.” The lifelong father/daughter bond has been the driving force and longevity of the success of such a gracious family. - Continued on Page 27
Midtown feel. World-class flavor.
You’ll think you’re lost...
Just minutes north of Seabrook in downtown La Porte
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Johnny’s BACK!
“The Franco’s Tradition continues” - Since 1971
Franca’s Real Italian Restaurant
NOW OPEN!!
HAPPY HOUR
$4 ......................HOUSE RITAS $1.25 ........DOMESTIC DRAFTS $1.75 ............IMPORT DRAFTS $1 OFF......DOMESTIC BOTTLES
LUNCH SPECIALS • $5.95 Tuesday: Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce Wednesday: Penne w/Italian Sausage Thursday: Homemade Lasagna Served with Homemade Garlic Bread
E NJOY N IGHTLY D INNER S PECIALS Served with House Salad and Homemade Garlic Bread
OPEN: TUES-SAT 11AM-10PM
F ULL S ERVICE BAR ~ AND ~ G REAT WINE LIST
Monday & Tuesday
CATERING, BANQUETS, WEDDINGS
$1.99 Ritas All Day
1101 E. NASA Rd. 1 • 281-488-2207
(Ask about other Daily Drink Specials)
LUNCH $4.99
FAJITAS FOR 2
STARTING AT
$14.99 (COMBO ONLY) Monday - Thursday All Day!
Weekly Specials
AD & SPECIALS ONLY VALID AT CLEAR LAKE LOCATION:
MONDAY: Chicken Fajita for 2: $14.99
LUNCH SPECIALS!
TUESDAY: Combo Fajitas for 2: $17.99
Mon-Fri 11am-3pm LET US CATER YOUR NEXT SPECIAL EVENT!
SATURDAY: Salmon Veracruz: $12.99 NOW SERVING
HAPPY HOUR 11-7 M-F & ALL DAY SAT
$2.99 HOUSE RITAS
M-THURS • 2-7PM FRIDAY • 2-6PM
BREAKFAST ON SUNDAYS 9 AM - 1 PM $1.99 MIMOSAS & BLOODY MARYS ALL DAY SUN.
Hours of Operation Sunday - Thursday: 11am to 9:30pm Friday - Saturday: 11am to 10:30pm
LIVE MUSIC!! FRIDAYS 6:30-9:30pm w/ Michael Stevens
WE CATER ANY EVENT!
803 NASA RD. 1
SATURDAYS 6:30-10pm Karaoke Contest starting 4/18 1st: $300, 2nd: $150, 3rd: Dinner for 2
281-480-8646
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V.A.S.E. EXHIBITS AT U OF H – CLEAR LAKE The Texas State Visual Arts Scholastic Event Sponsorship Program, commonly known as V.A.S.E., is a unique art event that will amaze all attendees. The University of Houston at Clear Lake will host the V.A.S.E. competition and exhibit April 18th through May 5 , 2009. The state level art competition will be April 18th at U of H-Clear Lake.
V.A.S.E., a statewide curriculum, is an opportunity for exemplary high school art students. The Texas Art Education Association, T.A.E.A., is the organizational sponsor whose membership is comprised of professional art educators, museum art educators, college professors and art administrators. University of Houston – Clear Lake President, William A. Staples stated, “The V.A.S.E. program is the largest high school art competition in Texas and the only one of its kind in the nation. This year, more than 1,800 high school students from around the state will take part in an unforgettable art experience including workshops led by local and international artists, a scholarship competition, guest artist demonstrations and student portfolio reviews. Also they will have exposure to more than twenty colleges and design
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By Peggy “Domino” Taylor
Eligible art students are invited to juried art shows throughout the state where they discuss, analyze and exhibit their artwork to trained art professionals. The winners then compete at the state level competition. The V.A.S.E. project will bring over 2500 high school students, parents, educators and art professional to U of H – Clear Lake. The artwork is available for public viewing at no cost beginning April 18th in Atrium II in the Bayou Building.
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“Art is critical to everyone’s development,” states Dion McInnis, U of H – Clear Lake Associate Vice President of University Advancement. He added, “V.A.S.E. promotes and celebrates the artist, the one who dares to reveal themselves to us through their expression, and for that, we at U.H.C.L. honor their work.” schools from around the nation who attend the event to provide portfolio critiques and recruit students.” The students of V.A.S.E. represent the top high school artists in the Texas schools and for nine years they have gathered at U of H – Clear Lake for this pre-professional event. V.A.S.E. exposes the students to careers in the visual arts and measures their talents against the standard of excellence. The students learn from international artists who teach about genres developed in other parts of the world. For many of the students, V.A.S.E. may be the first time they have visited a college campus. For each student attending V.A.S.E., the university aims to foster hope and build belief that the dream of college education can become a reality. The State V.A.S.E. Director is Joey Doyle. Joey has also organized numerous workshops and seminars, some including pottery demos, ceramics, watercolors and street art demos. His enthusiastic work on V.A.S.E is year-round. The trip to State V.A.S.E. begins months earlier in 20 Texas regions where students artwork is evaluated in the area of concept, technique, craftsmanship and creativity. Students who receive the highest ratings at the regional events advance to State V.A.S.E. Jurors determine the top art works and recognize them with State V.A.S.E. medallions representing a superior
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Celebrating the arts, the City of Seabrook has partnered again for a third year with U of H - Clear Lake as the sole sponsor of this annual event that highlights the top student artists in Texas. For more information on the V.A.S.E. Exhibit call 281-283-2021 and visit www.uhcl.edu/maps for parking information or www.seabrooktourism.com for general information and www.taea.org/VASE for program information. U of H - Clear Lake is located at 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Celebrate this art event because art matters! - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
UHCL Presents “Memories to Memoirs” Make plans now to attend “Memories to Memoirs,” a workshop seminar on turning life’s experiences into anthologies of treasures. Early registration is suggested for the three week workshop, starting Wednesday, May 13, and continuing May 20 and May 27 from 4 to 6 p.m. at University of Houston –Clear Lake, SSCB Room 1100. Presenting “Memories to Memoirs” is Dion McInnis, UHCL Associate Vice President for University Advancement –Alumni and Community Relations. The event is an engaging, four-step process of finding your life’s story and committing it to words in ways you’re comfortable with, and saving them as a treasure for family and friends or publication. At this event, learn how four time lines can reveal treasures of life that uncover experiences and memories. - Continued on Page 27
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April 1 - April 8: “Young at Art” Juried works by K-12 Clear Creek ISD students The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake, (TAACCL), 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org.
April 6 – June 30: “Metamorphoses of Print” Bedrich Kockman Exhibit from University of West Bohemia, Pizen, Czech Republic, at University of HoustonClear Lake, 2nd Floor, Bayou Bldg. 2700 Bay Area Blvd., 281-283-3446, www.uhcl.edu
CHILDREN’S ART
April 11: Imagination Station - Children’s Art Program. Free event.TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org.
Library Story Times for Children
Evelyn Meador Library (Pre- K) - 10:30 a.m., 2400 N .Meyer, Seabrook - Temporary in Seabrook Community House with storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Thursday, 1210 Anders, Seabrook, 281-
April 13 – June 11: UHCL Senior Art Exhibition, Atrium I, University of Houston- Clear Lake, 281-283-3311, www.uhcl.edu/hsh
MUSIC
April 5 - 8: Neil Sadaka concert,The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice, Galveston, 409-765-1894, www.thegrand.com. April 18: “Valkyrie” film showing and speaker, tickets $3.75, 7 p.m. at SSCB Lecture Hall, Uof H – Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd. 281-283-2021, www.uhcl.edu
THEATRE
April 1 - 5: Bay Area Harbour Playhouse – “The Unexpected Guest” April 13 & 14: Auditions for upcoming “The Kitchen Witches,” 3803 Hwy. 3, Dickinson -281-337-7469 www.harbourplayhouse.org April 17 –May 3: Creek Country Theater –“Arsenic & Old Lace” 18091 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay, 281333-5228.
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April 18 – May 5: Visual Scholastic Art Event (VASE) Free at University of Houston – Clear Lake, 2700 Bay Area Blvd, www.tae.org/VASE (See art column for VASE feature)
April 25 – May 9: “On the Bay” Art Exhibit Works by Richard Kelver -Opening Reception April 25, 4-6:30 p.m. Upper Bay Frame & Gallery, 18069 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay, 281-333-9199
LITERATURE
April 18: The Word Factory, 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, www.taaccl.org.
April 21: Trekking to Mount Everest’s Base Camp by Russell Herring. Presented by UHCL and Clear Lake Association of Senior Programs (CLASP). Bay Area Community Center, Call for reservations, 281-283-2021
DANCE
April 3 – April 5: “Firebird & Carmen” – Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre, Performances 7:30 p.m. on April 3 & 4, 2:00 p.m. on April 5, performances at UHCL, Bayou Bldg., 2700 Bay Area Blvd, for tickets call 281-480-1617 or www.bahbt.org.
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Armand Bayou Nature Center - Open Tuesday - Saturday, Saturday morning Breakfast on the Bayou 8:00 a.m. -9:30 am Saturday Evening Sunset Cruise on the Bayou 6:00 p.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281-4742551, www.abnc.org
4749142, www.hcpl.net.
Freeman Memorial Library 10:15 a.m. Book Babies on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday - 11:15 a.m.Toddler Time on Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday 1:15 p.m. Pre-School Time on Monday & Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.- Children’s Chess Club on Monday. 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, 281-488-1906. www.hcpl.net.
Helen Hall Library - 10:00 a.m. Toddlers on Wednesdays - 1:00 p.m. Pre-K Story time on Thursday, 100 W. Walker, League City, 281-338-4860
La Porte Library - 10:15 a.m. - Tuesdays, Story Time with Mr. Mark, 10:15 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. with Mr. D. on Thursday - 3:15 p.m.After School Arts on Wednesday, 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 281-471-4022, www.hcpl.net.
PHOTOGRAPHY
April 18: Bay Area Photo Club, 7:30 p.m., TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-3357777, www.taaccl.org.
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Bay Area Museum -Lunar Rendezvous Exhibit and Space memorabilia. Open Tuesday - Sunday, Clear Lake Park, 5000 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, 281-326-5960, www.lunarrendevous.org. League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum - Open Monday - Friday. Call for group reservations, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, 281-554-2994, www.oneroomschoolhouse.org Lone Star Flight Museum – NOW OPEN Open Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org .
Texas City Museum - Open Tuesday - Sunday 409 6th St. N.,Texas City, 409-643-5799, www.texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm. See you on The ART SCENE!
To appear on The SCENE’s Bay Area Cultural Arts Calendar or to update new schedules of art events and meetings e-mail Domino Taylor at dominotaylor@yahoo.com.
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Texas Outlaw Challenge April 16 - 18, 2009 • Based at the Kemah Boardwalk Spectacular high performance boats from all over the country compete in this popular challenge on Galveston Bay. This multi-day event will be based out of the Kemah Boardwalk, but includes events throughout the Clear Lake and Galveston Bay Area.The festivities start Thursday evening with the Outlaw Stampede Street Party. The Gambler Poker Run is on Friday and includes stops at the Turtle Club, Stingaree’s, Galveston Yacht Basin, Boudreaux’s on the Bay and the South Shore Harbor Resort. The Outlaw Shoot-out Radar Run will be on Saturday. Visit www.texasoutlawchallenge.com or call 281-702-8744 for rules, registration and more information.
Clear Lake Greek Festival April 24 - 26, 2009 • Clear Lake Park & Com. Center OPA! Enjoy traditional Greek foods, Gift Shops, Greek jewelry, and the Agora (Market) will offer imported items. There will be a variety of activities for kids. Continuous music and dancing to Greek folk dances with audience participation encouraged. This year’s event marks the 16th Anniversary of the event which is put on by the community of the St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox Church in Webster. Call 281-554-7223, 281-486-8751 or visit www.clearlakegreekfestival.com for more information.
55th Annual League City Village Fair and Texas Music Festival May 1 - 3, 2009 • Walter Hall Park This three-day festival is an old-fashioned, fun-filled event with exciting, live entertainment and fun activities for everyone. Proceeds from the Village Fair and Texas Music Festival benefit the League City Lions Club charities. This is the largest fundraising event in North Galveston County. Big emphasis is put on the music this year with classic rock on Friday (May 1), country western on Saturday evening (May 2) and family day on Sunday. Learn more at www.lcvillagefair.com.
14th Annual Keels & Wheels Concours D'Elegance & Auction May 2 & 3, 2009 • Lakewood Yacht Club Guests are invited to join in the fun and glamour. Stroll the bayside grounds viewing the finest collection of more than 200 prestigious cars and 100 vintage boats and runabouts, including antiques and other rare models drawing collectors from the United States and internationally. Over 10,000 people are expected to attend this prestigious show. Visit www.keels-wheels.com for more info.
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SHOP YOUR CLOSET! Today’s economic situation is forcing some of us to take a step back and analyze our priorities. We are buying fewer frivolous items and honing in on what we really need. Though fashions on the runway this season were mild, we still feel the need to feel fresh, and to not FEEL like we are holding back. I know that at home I have heaps and heaps of clothing, but yet I am always wanting something new. So, I decided to take stock of what I have and make the effort to be creative with it. Right now is a great time to be simple, analyze what we have and appreciate it. Dust off those neglected items and bring them back to life! I wanted to make my closet look like a chic boutique, organized by colors and styles with an effortless warmth.
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My closet had become in complete disarray. It was filled to the brim with things that didn’t belong. Sports equipment, memorabilia and an overabundance of things I didn’t want or need. I was lost, so I called in the professionals. Yes! There are some wonderful souls out there devoted to giving us the push we need to get our closets beautified and accessible. Lisa Tyring of Just Organization, Baby says, “Your closet is a place you enter within the first hour of starting your day. By having this ‘secret place’ organized, it creates a huge impact on your day and in many other areas of your life.” She helped me to see that by rearranging and streamlining my clothing, accessories and shoes I can create multitudes of new outfits and bring forgotten items to the forefront. I had forgotten how nice some of my handbags were and that I actually did have some beautiful scarves and sunglasses. Together, we went through everything – keeping, tossing and donating or reselling. I got rid of things I would never wear again and was able to create space in my closet I didn’t know I had. Before, there were shoes piled on top of each other, pairs scrambled in disharmony. Lisa effortlessly created room for a rack and even got my husband to do his share in tossing his old t-shirts. It was like a hurricane blew threw for a few hours, but the calm after the storm brought accessibility and a renewed vigor for a place that I thought was gone forever! Everything was color coded and neatly hung and Lisa gently rearranged things so that they resembled buffet line: First, slip-on pants, then shirts, a belt or scarf if needed; slip on shoes, and grab a pair of shades and a handbag on the way out! By utilizing this system I was able to make use of accessories better and piece together outfits I had never worn.
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Here are some tips from Lisa to help you get started on renewing your space. And don’t forget, if you get overwhelmed – Call in the experts!
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1. Prioritize your outfits by work and play. - Continued on Page 27 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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FRANCA’S Continnued From Page 18 Upon arrival, customers of all ages are greeted like they are family. First timers to the restaurant are treated to the “tour de Franca,” where patrons learn the rich history of the Pignataro family. The restaurant is decorated in true Italian style, including concrete pillars, hand painted murals, and fountains made by Franco himself. After dinner, it’s the youngest customers who receive ice cream sundaes, courtesy of Franca. You will likely feel a part of this family by the time you leave. Longtime customers Russel and Susan Treat agreed, “We’ve been coming here since 1973 because the service is wonderful, but the family and the food are superb!” Because the restaurant chronicles the history of family – from photographs and memorabilia, to a village with a fully operational train – what better place to celebrate family events? Franca’s banquet room is easily set up for rehearsal dinners, graduation parties, sports team celebrations, or even weddings. The room usage is free of charge. Franca’s can also cater spring celebrations. Call 281488-2207 for details and reservations. The menu boasts a variety of one-of-a-kind dishes created especially for the customers of Franca’s. “The key here is fresh ingredients. Everything is made from scratch,” explained Franca. Weekday lunch specials are offered Tuesday through Thursday for $5.95. These include fresh homemade garlic bread with each serving. Pollo Franca is a popular item on the menu. It features a chicken breast with spinach, mozzarella, and mushrooms, served in a Marsala cream sauce. While another favorite, Pasta del Giorgio, combines baby shrimp with sauteed spinach, sundried tomatoes, and fresh garlic served in a lemon butter sauce over angel hair pasta. Both are served with a house salad and homemade garlic bread. The restaurant has a full service bar and a knowledgeable and experienced staff
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to help with wine and beverage selections. If you are looking for something out of the ordinary, this spring Cafe 21 Theatre will bring the production of “The Nerd” to Franca’s. Performances will begin May 16, and run through June 6. The cost for this event is $30 plus tax. For details, menu items, other show listings, auditions, as well as reservations, visit www.cafe21theatre.com. Franca’s is located at 1101 E. Nasa Road 1, and business hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Stop by for a taste of Italiano. Be sure to order a glass of wine with your meal, because according to Franco, “A meal without wine is like a kiss without love.” Salute! Tell them the SCENE sent you! --------------------------
ART COLUMN Continnued From Page 22 It will show how to use experiences as creative inspiration for words. Also, learn how to collect your poetry, stories, or other writings as a gift to yourself, family, friends and our community. “Bay Area Houston’s story of stories should include yours, and University of Houston - Clear Lake is interested, too. Between the 50th anniversary of NASA and the 40th anniversary of the first lunar landing, we pause with you to reflect on the stories of the people and organizations who made this community the great place that it is,” stated Dion McInnis. He added, “Engineers, employees and retirees, community leaders and volunteers from then and now, please experience this workshop and consider contributing your story relating to Bay Area Houston to the university’s archives.”
pher and speaker. Passionate, enthusiastic, optimistic and hope-filled for life and living, Dion carries his messages to a variety of audiences. Hearing him will change the way you think. Dedicated to the stories of the oft-unheard, Dion celebrates the wisdom and truth of women, fathers, children and other ‘silent’ groups, including employees and customers, as well as inspire creativity for everyone. To register your attendance at this Bay Area event, call 281-283-2021. The workshop event is free. University of Houston – Clear Lake is located at 2700 Bay Area Blvd. ------------------------------------
STYLE COLUMN Continnued From Page 26 2. Categorize your clothes by seasons. Store out-of-season clothes in bins you can slide under the bed. Then, put like with like. 3. Edit: Toss torn clothes, donate wellworn clothes and sell unworn or gently used clothes to a resale shop. 4. Use matching hangers. These can be stocked up on at the dollar store and really make your closet look unified. 5. Use great containers. Your favorite shoeboxes or shopping bags make great holders for things like scarves, belts or headbands. Lastly, remove all things not utilized in your dressing routine. Going through this one closet will lead to going through others. Make a purpose for each closet and stick with it. Lisa not only taught me how to simplify my life, but how to KEEP it simple. She taught me tips and tricks while doing laundry and cleaning that I can use to keep my closet looking like a swanky midtown shop!
Dion McInnis has taken his love of words and images through a variety of careers, all which have been built on listening, then celebrating what he heard through his abilities as a writer, photogra-
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Sole Searching? Free Your Feet! By BETSEY ENNIS Are your little toes sick and tired of being confined? Fear no more. There's a new shop in Seabrook that has your answer. Conveniently located at the corner of Hwy. 146 and Second Street, Free Ur Feet offers an abundance of specialty namebrand casual shoes with one thing in common: Comfort. This locally owned store stocks a variety of inventory ranging from $16 flip-flops to $110 high-end
leather, laser-etched sandals. League City residents Mark and Julie Miller are excited about opening this specialty store in Clear Lake and want to spread the word. So, aside from hassle free, front-row parking, why should one stop by? The Millers are committed to customer service and affordable prices. “What we don’t do is pad our prices beyond the MSRP,” Mark said. That is always good to hear when it comes to shoe shopping.
Although they are still relatively new, their stock of shoes is already plush. Free Ur Feet offers various popular names in non-confining footwear including flipflops and sandals such as Reef, Cobian, Sanuk, Quicksilver, Rainbow, Teva, Pirate and Hurley; as well as the high-end, premium sandals brand Olukai (a conforming shoe in a sandal body) whose non-marking soles fit in with everyday activities and are ideal for boating. - Continued on Page 33
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2BR+Study, 2.5 bath patio home has limestone floors throughout living area. Island kitchen has granite counters, dbl oven, brkfst bar. High ceilings throughout. Den with large windows, frplc. Mstr has whirlpool tub, sep shwr, dual sinks. Yard maint ML#54727628, $309,900 ML#31948214 - Sale: $349,900; Lease $2595/mo incl.
Manor style 4 bdrm on treed lot. Tile in high traffic areas including entry, kitchen & den. Master suite dwn w/glass shower, whirlpool tub & 2 closets. Secondary bdrms, gameroom & extra room upstairs. Great fenced backyard w/patio.
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5 BR, 4 bath on cul-de-sac. Island kitch has granite. Den has frplc. Study w/ French drs. Mstr suite has dual sinks, whrlpl tub, sep shwr. 2 BR down. Lrg gameroom up with computer alcove. Beautiful landscaping, 3-car att garage. ML#13427842, $329,900
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4 BR, 3.5 bath w/many upgrades. Island kitch has granite counters. Den incl plantation shutters, builtins & FP. Formal rms have wood floors. Gameroom up has own A/C unit. Master w/ample closet space & remodeled bath. Other amenities: study, fully fenced. ML#59748465, $259,900
5 BR, 3.5 bath has 2 master suites. Island kitchen. Den w/FP & French doors. Master suite down has wood floors, large closet, dual sinks, whrlpl tub & sep shower. Other amenities: tile, berber, gamerm up, Techline shelving in 1 bdrm, oversized garage. ML#54422579, $249,500
3 BR, 2.5 bath home on corner lot w/rm for pool. Kitch has tile backsplash & granite counters, open to den. Spacious den incl FP. Master suite includes dual sinks, whirlpool tub & sep shwr. Other amenities: formal living & dining, brkfst room, tile, hardwood flrs. ML#14418PR, $169,900
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4 BR, 3 bath home with room for pool. Island kitchen with granite counters. Spacious den with fireplace. Formal living and dining rooms. Master suite includes whirlpool tub & sep shower. Other amenities: gameroom up, tile, one bedroom down. ML#1753887 - $209,500
4 BR, 2.5 bath has great island kitch w/lrg pantry. Den includes FP & travertine floors. Both formals. 2 lrg gamerms. Mstr suite incl walk-in closet, dual sinks, whrlpl tub & sep shwr. Other amenities: dual staircases, custom front dr, 2-story entry, large utility room. ML#65059313, $249,500
5 BR, 4.5 bath has 2 BR down. Island kitch has granite counters & dbl oven. Den w/FP. Mstr suite has lrg walk-in closet, dual sinks, sep tub & shwr. Gamerm up w/private deck. Other amenities: 3car garage, sprinkler syst, tile flrs, lrg utility room, study. ML#55534780, $299,900
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Free Your Feet! Continued From Page 29
Free Ur Feet also offers a great selection of boat shoe brands Sperry and Sebago. Free Ur Feet is planning lots of inventory expansion on the horizon. With new seasonal styles (including sandals) arriving regularly, they encourage clients to come in often to check out new selections. “We try and stock a few things for everyone. Off the top of my head, I don’t even know how many styles I have. There are too many here, and many more coming,” Mark said. “We do have the ability to special order items weekly.” Currently, Cobians are the best sellers at Free Ur Feet. “Mostly because they are soft right off the rack,” Mark said. “We have a large selection and the price is right.” The Sanuk shoes, he said, are right on their tail. Sanuk sidewalk surfers are designed to feel like flip-flops, but you can wear them all year ’round because they are covered to look like regular shoes. Mark explained, “They are non-constricting and ‘free’ your feet, which allows you to walk naturally as if barefooted. They are pretty cool and very popular with guys and gals.” Sanuk is the Thai word for happiness and balance, so what a perfect way to find a pair of shoes that can offer that kind of comfort. “Once the weather stays nice, Sperry – I am sure – will be hard to keep on the shelves once folks know we carry them.” He explained that both Sebago and Sperry are both well-established international boat shoe brands that stay in high demand worldwide. Olukai is a premier sandal with a form-fitting sole that is more like a high-end shoe. Mark said, “They mold to your foot after a week or so and fit your foot like a glove.” So, who’s the ideal client for Free Ur Feet? “Anyone who wants comfortable sandals or shoes,” Mark said. “Our goal is to provide our patrons with footwear that makes their feet feel good so they feel happy while walking, playing or relaxing on and off the water.” Free Ur Feet also carries Anon sunglasses that make a fashion statement, and for serious water lovers (boaters, fishermen, etc.), they carry Costa del Mar high-quality shades. Tell your friends and make plans to check Free Ur Feet out this week, if you haven’t already stopped by. Be sure to welcome them to the neighborhood, try some shoes on for size and tell them The SCENE sent you.
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Divide The Day @ Scout Bar
After Party @ Zone 504 Nothing More @ Scout Bar
Metavenge @ Scout Bar
Sharks @ Mothers Dine Alone @ Scout Bar
Acoustic Jam @
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Sharks @ Mothers La Haciendas (Salsa Night)
Silver Wings @ La Brisa
Metavenge @ Scout Bar
Texas Music Festival Continued From Page 52 On Saturday the music and fun continues all day beginning with an early morning 5K Run/Walk through downtown League City and continuing with the carnival, Kids Zone and vendors at Walter Hall Park. In the afternoon, the barbecue cookoff winners will be announced. Live bands will play all day on the Main Stage culmi-
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nating with the Paula Nelson Band and country music favorite, Kevin Fowler. Sunday’s events offer more live music including The Red Airplanes and Christian music lovers’ favorite - the Robbie Seay Band. Families will love the carnival rides and games, various craft vendors and the Kids Zone. Plus the apple pie contest winner will be announced.
Texas Music Festival is the largest fundraising event in Galveston County, raising money to support a variety of Lions Club charities – locally, statewide and nationally. Appropriately, the Lions Club plus many volunteers from TDS (Training & Development Systems, Inc.) host a preview of the festival fun exclusively for over 500 special needs children from area schools on Friday morning.
With thousands in attendance, the
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LOOSE NOTES • ContInued From Page 37 Last month we caught Tom and acoustic master Mark Zeus on the stage and enjoyed an entertaining show, great food from the Heads & Tails kitchen, and warm company with the locals at this Clear Lake Shores hangout. The big surprise of the month came at their Tuesday's Open Mic night featuring the "Ladies of the Lake". Hosted by Robin Kirby,
individual and group collaborations warmed the entire night with appearances by Season Ammons (Nashville recording artist), Susan Turner (steel drum percussionist), Marie Angel (sultry bluesy jazz recording artist), the return of long missed Gail Bixler from her temporary music scene hiatus, Bobbie EmersonRevak (ever rocking sister of the universe), dynamo Torree Montgomery (country, jazz and rock vocalist), and the first time local appearance from the classiest Myrna Sanders. Supported with a little help from their boys, these Ladies graced diners and music lovers the entire night.
Music lovers were treated with beautiful weather and a full day of great music at Clifton's Spring Music Festival. Hosted by the gracious staff at Clifton's and produced by Steve & Bobbie Revak (who were taught by the great Jim Shortt himself), the Festival featured new bands in the Galveston Bay area: End Game, Robin Kirby, Celeste Terrell, Brandon Thomas, Otis Futhermucker, Lost Together, Larry Sepulvado & Sin City, 10 String Stro-Kings, Wood 'n Wind, Cymblem, Zach Tate Band, and the Snake Charmers. If you get out and read the historical land marker near the water, you'll read that the place has loooong been a Galveston Bay musical gathering spot. The tradition continues -- Play on!
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Zone 504 Re-Grand Opening
Seen by the SCENE: Zone 504 is back!
Continued from page 52 Ike gave the 80-year old building a beating. But with the help of long-time Zone enthusiasts and an expanded ownership, the bar is surviving to celebrate another day. “The community did not want to see their home away from home die. They even held fundraisers to help us generate the cash needed to begin rebuilding,” said Jesse Chapa, owner of Zone 504 since 2004. “We were amazed and really touched when our friends and fans came together to help us clean up and encouraged us to rebuild the bar.” Come out on April 11 and check out the all new and improved Zone 504 Sports Bar.
We’re Back! HUGE GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION & DECK PARTY! APRIL 11 • NOON- 2 AM
Live Music this Month:
4/4. . . . . . . . Shane Barnhill 9-1 4/10. . . . . . . . . After Party 9-1 4/17. . . . Zach Perry Band 7-11 4/18. . . . Zach Perry Band 7-11 4/24 . . . . . . Dream Cycles 7-11 4/25. . . . . . . Shane Barnhill 9-1
New! Outdoor Bar, Patio Furniture, Games & Pool Table
LIVE MUSIC • DRINK SPECIALS • LIQUOR PROMOS DOOR PRIZES • CRAWFISH BOIL (Noon-6pm) Visit www.myspace.com/zone504
Hour Happy ring u Prices d s & * HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS * all Astro mes MONDAY ..............................$3 WELLS ALL NIGHT ga TUESDAY ........................................$2 & $3 PINTS Rockets WEDNESDAY ..............................$2 & $3 BOTTLES THURSDAY ....BIG ASS BEER $2 DOM & $3 IMPORT Kemah Historical SoFRIDAY & SATURDAY ................$3 SHOT SPECIALS ciety Landmark SUNDAY ................$2 BLOODY MARYS & $2 PINTS
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Vallejo @ Scout Bar
LOOSE NOTES Cont. From Page 46 An over the top award goes to Scout Bar this month and Vallejo hailing from Austin. This show was one of the funnest and most rejuvenating shows we've caught this month (the Hamilton Loomis show at Joel's Ugly Dawg was the other) leaving EVERYBODY feeling good. How do you find such good shows? Easy... Grab a copy of The SCENE and turn to the Featured Events. You can't miss!
and his mighty band (Kit Bailey on bass, Levi on the drums, and Stratton Doyle on sax) put forth to his army of loyal fans what we needed, a massive dose of funk, rock, rhythm and blues the entire night. We scored a couple of Hamilton's CDs including "Ain't Just Temporary" which included an appearance by Bo Didley himself -- His last ever recording session before passing away. If you missed this show, it'll be a while before you may be able to catch Hamilton again as he heads off for a spring tour of Europe. But you can betcha he'll be back, and so will we! ---------------------------------------------------
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Hamilton Loomis @ Joel’s Ugly Dawg
At the last Hobson's Choice show at Joel's Ugly Dawg, Joel hinted that we would enjoy catching the Hamilton Loomis show in March. Holy cow! Did we enjoy that show! Hamilton
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Last month, we reported that the newly remodeled Heads & Tails was the place for large dance bands. We spoke too soon... During the month of March Madness, we attended and enjoyed more than several fine shows touching other niches of music including their regular Sunday dinner hour Singer Songwriters Night. Class!!! The Sunday dinner hour event is hosted by Tom Rogers who invites special performers to showcase their original material. - Continued on Page 35
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Special Event: Beer Wars LIVE with Ben Stein One Night Only! • April 16, 2009 • 430 movie theatres nationwide Fathom and Ducks In A Row Entertainment present Beer Wars LIVE with Ben Stein, a one night event taking you inside the boardrooms and back rooms of the American beer industry. The event will feature the exclusive never-before-seen documentary Beer Wars, followed by a riveting live discussion led by Ben Stein with America’s leading independent brewers and experts. Playing in over 430 movie theatres nationwide on Thursday, April 16th, beer industry insiders will take you behind-thescenes of their quest for the American Dream.
PARTICIPATING THEATRES
Cinemark 18 Webster ....Webster AMC Gulf Pointe 30........Houston AMC Willowbrook 24......Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 ........Houston Memorial City Mall ........Houston AMC Deerbrook 24 ..........Humble
Beer Wars will introduce you to the who’s who in beer while following the journey of small, independent brewers who are challenging the corporate giants. Director Anat Baron provides an insider’s perspective of the daily battles and all out wars that dominate one of America’s favorite industries. Limited seats are available for this special event which will take place at 7pm CT on April 16. You can buy your tickets today online at www.beerwars movie.com.
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Don’t miss out on this entertaining journey that will reveal the truth behind the label of your favorite beer! About Beer Wars: In America, size matters. The bigger you are, the more power you have, especially in the business world. Director Anat Baron takes you on a no holds barred exploration of the U.S. beer industry that ultimately reveals the truth behind the
label of your favorite beer. Told from an insider’s perspective, the film goes behind the scenes of the daily battles and all out wars that dominate one of America’s favorite industries. Beer Wars begins as the corporate behemoths are being challenged by small, independent brewers who are shunning the status quo and creating innovative new beers. The story is told through 2 of these entrepreneurs – Sam and Rhonda – battling the might and tactics of Corporate America. We witness their struggle to achieve their American Dream in an industry dominated by powerful corporations unwilling to cede an inch. This contemporary David and Goliath story is ultimately about keeping your integrity (and your family’s home) in the face of temptation. Beer Wars is a revealing and entertaining journey that provides unexpected and surprising turns and promises to change the world’s opinion on those infamous 99 bottles of beer on the wall.
2009 is the Year of the Beer
“Learn to Brew! Come celebrate National Homebrew Day with us on May 2 from 10am to 5pm.” Home Brewing • Winemaking • Homemade Sodas 3560 NASA PARKWAY Free Brewing Demonstrations - Sat @ 2pm Shop Online at our new Website SEABROOK, TX 77586 www.brewersguild.net 832-225-1314 THE SCENE
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TRIBUTE TO CRAFT & HOMEBREWING
B&S Brewers Guild Participates in BIG BREW Same Beer Simultaneously Brewing on Six Continents on May 2nd The celebration of National Homebrew Day, known as BIG BREW, is now in its 12th year, and will be held locally at B&S Brewers Guild on May 2, 2009.
Craft Brewing Statistics The Brewers Association, which tabulates industry growth data for U.S. breweries, announced last month that today's small independent craft brewers are gaining alcohol market share due to a shift toward full flavor beer and increased support for local breweries. From 2007 to 2008, estimated sales by craft brewers were up 5.8 percent by volume and 10.5 percent in dollars. Overall share of the beer category from craft brewers was 4.0 percent of production and 6.3 percent of retail sales. More than 1 million new barrels of beer were sold in 2008, and close to half of those barrels were beer from craft brewers. "2008 was a historic year for beer with the large brewers consolidating and imports losing share, while the top ten selling beer brands dropped in sales. At the same time, small independent craft brewers continued to gain share and attention," said Paul Gatza, Director of the Brewers Association.
Top 15 Craft Brewing Companies
by Beer Sales Volume (Based on 2007 sales) 1 ..Boston Beer Co ....................................Boston MA 2 ..Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. ....................Chico CA 3 ..New Belgium Brewing Co. ............Fort Collins CO 4 ..Spoetzl Brewery ....................................Shiner TX 5 ..Pyramid Breweries Inc. ........................Seattle WA 6 ..Matt Brewing Co.......................................Utica NY 7 ..Deschutes Brewery, Inc. ..........................Bend OR 8 ..Boulevard Brewing Co. ................Kansas City MO 9 ..Full Sail Brewing Co. ......................Hood River OR 10 Harpoon Brewery..................................Boston MA 11 Alaskan Brewing and Bottling Co ........ Juneau AK 12 Magic Hat Brewing Co. ..........South Burlington VT 13 Anchor Brewing Co. ..................San Francisco CA 14 Bell's Brewery, Inc.............................Galesburg MI 15 Shipyard Brewing Co. ........................Portland ME
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Organized by the American Homebrewers Association (AHA), BIG BREW celebrates National Homebrew Day, honored each year on the first Saturday of May. BIG BREW brings together thousands of homebrewers from around the world, all brewing the A recent Mashtronauts-sanctioned Brew day at B&S Brewers Guild. Stop in at 2pm any Saturday for a free brewing demonstration. same beers simultaneously – over 3,000 homebrewers from hobby that hundreds of thousands of peoNorth America, Europe, Africa, Asia, South ple around the world enjoy. America and Australia are expected to parGary Glass, Director of the AHA says, ticipate this year. “Big Brew highlights what is so special B&S Brewers Guild is happy to invite anyabout one who is interested in homebrewing to homebrewstop by the site from 10 am to 5 pm on Saters – their urday, May 2. B&S Brewers Guild is located friendliness, at 3560 NASA Parkway in Seabrook, Texas. interest in Call 832-225-1314 or email brewers@brewsharing ersguild.net for more information. with others, On May 2, friends and family gather to passion for brew one or both of the BIG BREW recipes beer, and of – Saison Du Mont or SS Minnow Mild Ale. course their At noon Central time, homebrewers raise affinity for their glasses of homebrewed ales and having lagers for a simultaneous toast to homefun.” A recent SCENE-sanctioned Brew day. brewing, a Mark Your Calendar
Lunar Rendezbrew XVI: Saturday, August 8 • Clear Lake Park
Bay Area Mashtronauts Next Meeting: Tuesday, April 14 • 6:30 pm @ The Outpost Tavern If you are interested in trying Homebrewing, there are far worse places to live than the Bay Area, home to the Bay Area Mashtronauts. The Mashronauts is not only a friendly club dedicated to the art and enjoyment of fermented beverages and associated with the Homebrewers of America, but it is the reigning Lone Star Circuit champion. That means it has bragging rights within the state of Texas. The club meets on the second Tuesday of each month at the Outpost, on the right just south of the intersection of Egret Bay/El Camino with NASA Rd. 1. Meetings begin at 6:30 pm. See you there!
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The Newest Pub & Restaurant on the Block
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JAGER & S.I.N. NIGHTS! $2 JAGER, $3 MINI BOMBS!!! $10 BUCKETS FOR S.I.N. FREE PIZZA @ 11PM!!!
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Meet the Seagull's softball team!
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$1.50 WELLS ALL DAY!!
BBQ, GRASS SKIRTS & COCONUTS!!
Karaoke • 9pm-1am
SUNDAYS:
4/3 ..............................Hurricane Dylan 4/4 ..........................................The Relics 4/9 ........................................Zach/Stuart 4/10 ..........................................Both Feet 4/11..................................Spiny Norman 4/17....................................Dave Nevling 4/18 ............................................80 Proof 4/24 ..............................Hobsons Choice 4/25 ..........................Neil Austin Imber 5/1................................Tripp to Cassidy 5/2 ..............................Bodacious TaTa's 5/8 ..................................Wayward Sons 5/9 ............Guppies From Outer Space
LUAU PARTY
WEDNESDAYS: Karaoke • 9pm-1am
Fri & Sat, 9pm-1am
playing ’70s-to-now dance
APRIL 26: Benefit for Israel Cavozos
Pool tables, shuffle board, & more! 15 viewing TVs & projector!
Jam Session w/ The Amigos 7-11pm, musicians welcome, Vodka Well Drinks $2 (12-7pm) Mon: Acoustic Jam w/Lynn Raggio & Cisco LIVE MUSIC Tues: Scott McGill • $2 Ritas all day 7 NIGHTS A WEEK Wed: Live Music & Drink Specials NO COVER! Thurs: Benny Brasket Band Sun:
Fri. 4/3 ................................................Slide Effect HAPPY Sat. 4/4 ..................................Brad Absher Band HOUR Wed. 4/8..........................................Groove Kings Mon-Fri 11-7 Fri. 4/10 ..............................................Odd Man Out $2.50 Wells Sat. 4/11 .................................. The Taildraggers Wed. 4/15 ..........................................Slide Effect $1.75 Dom. Fri. 4/17 ..........................................Groove Kings Longnecks Sat. 4/18 ..Donnie Simmons & House Rockers $ Wed. 4/22 ......................................Groove Kings 1.25 Dom. Draft Fri. 4/24 ........David Brake & That Damn Band Sat. 4/25 ..................Scott McGill & Old Dog Mac Tues. $2 Rita Wed. 4/29 ........................................................TBA Sun. $2 Well Vodka Fri. 5/1 ..................................................Mark May Sat. 5/2 ................................Luther & The Healers Drinks (12 to 7pm)
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Mon-Wed 2pm-1am | Thur & Fri 2pm-2am Sat 11am-2am | Sun 11 am-Midnight
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EVERY DAY IS MOTHER’S DAY!
Pablo’s Pub • Continued From Page 51 Since our food is fresh – never frozen – everything is made from scratch daily, including our green sauce for you to dip your chips in when you get to your table. It's the best. Carmen: Very interesting! Are there any other unique food creations at Pablo's Pub for people to try? Pablo: Most certainly! If you are a big fan of chicken fried steak, you have to order ours off the menu, served with spicy jalapeno gravy. Talk about a kick! Back in the kitchen, we like to call it "The Big Dirty." It's a favorite for many of the locals who have already stopped by to try our expansive menu. If you have been to our brother restaurant, Norton’s Pub, we carry the same quality, mouthwatering burgers, but with a different spicy flair like the Mexican green chili and chorizo burger.
GRILL NOW OPEN
ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP TUESDAY: ISIS KARAOKE 7-11PM THURS: CLIFF’S KARAOKE 7:30-11:30
LIVE MUSIC FRI & SAT 8-12AM • SUN 3-7PM
4/3 ..............Fuzz Box Junkies 4/7 ..............Kurtis King Band 4/8 ..................Satisfied Drive 4/10 ....................Slide Effect 4/11 ............Abraham’s Tree 4/12 ............4 Barrell Ramblers 4/17 ........................Rick Lee 4/18 ....................Full Throttle 4/19 ......................Zack Tate 4/24 ....................Lawst Dogz 4/25 ....................The Sharks 4/26 ..............Bourbon Street 5/1 ..............Kurtis King Band 5/2......................Blow Tourch 5/3 ..............Fuzz Box Junkies
Carmen: Wow, it sounds like you have a lot to offer the people of Clear Lake. Pablo: Cold ritas, sizzling fajitas, and hot senoritas. What more could you ask for? Thanks Pablo. Make sure you head over and experience the endless options for yourself. And don't forget to tell them, The SCENE sent you.
B&S BREWERS GUILD, INC. 3560 NASA PARKWAY SEABROOK, TX 77586 832-225-1314 Home Brewing • Winemaking • Homemade Sodas
“Learn to Brew! Come celebrate National Homebrew Day with us on May 2 from 10am to 5pm.” Free Brewing Demonstrations - Sat @ 2pm Tues - Fri: ..10am to 6pm
OPEN 7 DAYS
Shop Online at our new Website
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Saturday: ..10am to 5pm Sunday: ......noon to 4pm
WE’RE OPEN! COME SEE US! OPEN TUESDAY-SUNDAY
Tues-Thurs 11am-11pm • Fri 11am-2am Sat Noon-2am • Sun. 5-11pm
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
LIVE BANDS FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS 4/18 ............OUTLAW X
4/3 ..........LAWST DOGZ 4/4 ............ZACK TATE
4/24 ............2ND WIND 4/25..........MAMA CASS
4/10 ........GYPSY MOON 4/11..........MAMA CASS
5/1 ........SLIDE EFFECT 5/2 ........SLIDE EFFECT
4/17........SLIDE EFFECT
Good Food!! Great Bands!! Come Join the Fun!! STARTING IN APRIL:
Crawfish specials!! April 11: Easter Parade Starts at the Green Parrot!!!!
JOIN US FOR LUNCH AND DINNER WITH A DELICIOUS MENU TO CHOOSE FROM. $1 draft beer all day everyday with a full bar and great frozen margaritas.
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THE SCENE’s MMA Top 10 Pound For Pound List
Although we were tempted to add Ram- FIGHTER COUNTRY WEIGHT ORGANIZATION page Jackson to the list after his knockout 1. Anderson Silva ..............Brazil ....185 ..........UFC of Keith Jardine last month, the list remains 2. Georges St. Pierre ......Canada .. 170 ..........UFC the same as last month, when we added 3. Fedor Emelianenko ......Russia....235 ......Affliction WEC featherweight champion Mike Brown following his impressive first-round submis- 4. Miguel Torres ..................USA......135..........WEC sion victory over Leonard Garcia at WEC 39. 5. Rashad Evans ................USA......205 ..........UFC Anderson SIlva, our top pound-for-pound 6. Lyoto Machida ..............Brazil ....205 ..........UFC fighter, will be in action this month against Thales Leites at UFC 97. But it is the 7. B.J. Penn ........................USA......170 ..........UFC matchup of light heavyweights Rashard 8. Mike Brown ....................USA......140..........WEC Evans (#5) and Lyoto Machida (#6) next 9. Urijah Faber ..................USA......140..........WEC month at UFC 98 that has us most excited. 10. Frank Mir ......................USA......250 ..........UFC
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MIXED MARTIAL ARTS: THE FASTEST-GROWING SPORT IN AMERICA
FURIA FIGHT WEAR VENTURES OUT Furia Fight Wear, the popular clothing brand designed by fighters for fighters, recently launched a new online media outlet aimed at assisting the local Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) community. According to Furia Fight Wear cofounder Charles “Chuck” Feigle, the goal of FuriaTV.com is to “give back back to the MMA fans, fighters and gyms.” The site will offer videos on fighters while focusing on their training styles, personalities, gyms and coaches. “The format is fairly simple,” Feigle explained. “Starting in April we will be filming local fighters. We are looking to cover their discipline, training style, dedication in a general ‘get to know segment.’” The guys at Furia are hoping this will Local/Regional Events
allow local fighters to showcase themselves to other fight promotions and help lead to possible sponsors and such. “Our goal is to shoot a new fighter every two weeks,” Feigle explained. “That’s a week to shoot and a week to edit. Houston has the eye of some major networks and we are working with those networks to create the exposure they are looking for. We will also be shooting coaches, gyms and promoters.” Go online to FuriaTV.com to check out the first episode which is dedicated to Furia Fight Wear and offers an inside look at the clothing company.
Upcoming MMA Calendar
4/17 ....The Young Guns ....................................Verizon Wireless Theater, Houston 4/18 ....Texas Int'l Grappling Festival (BJJ) .......................... Kingwood High School 4/24 ....Lone Star Beatdown 9 .................................. Texas Hall Of Fame, Bryan TX 5/23 ....Urban Rumble IV ............................................ Pasadena Convention Center National Events
4/01 ....Ultimate Fighter 9 debut (Spike TV) 4/01 ............UFC Fight Night 18 (Spike TV) 4/04 ....Bellator FC debut (ESPN Deportes) 4/05..................................WEC 40 (Versus) 4/05 ................................Dream.8 (HDNet) 4/10..................................WEC 40 (Versus)
4/10........Bellator Week 2 (ESPN Deportes) 4/11 Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Diaz (Showtime) 4/17........Bellator Week 3 (ESPN Deportes) 4/18 ..................UFC 97 Redemption (PPV) 5/23 ......UFC 98 Evans vs. Machida (PPV) 6/13 ..........UFC 99 Franklin vs. Silva (PPV) 7/11 ........UFC 100 Lesnar vs. Mir II (PPV)
Where do you watch the UFC? Let us suggest a few places we like: Doc’s Upper Deck (18301A Egret Bay Blvd.), Joel’s Ugly Dawg (3612 W. Main, League City), Baja Party Bar (1055 Bay Area Blvd.), Palapa’s (608 6th St., Kemah), EJ’s Sports Bar (435 El Dorado), Pablo’s Pub (19325 Gulf Frwy #5) and Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash and Grill (1232 w. FM 646)
The girls at EJ’s Sports Bar love the UFC!
Much to the displeasure of their wives, The SCENE’s Mixed Martial Arts section is edited by John Ennis, shown at left defending a submission attempt, and Mike Taylor, pictured at right demonstrating a solid chin. Although both are quick to admit they prefer co-ed grappling over exchanging strikes with guys in their weight class, they are committed to providing the Texas coast with the best coverage of both local and international Mixed Martial Arts.
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Loose Notes by Andy Eng March was an exciting month as things move outdoors and music hunters had no trouble finding good shows galore. Spring arrived on perhaps the most beautiful day of the month with the Clifton's Spring Music Festival and the Kemah Pan Jam benefit for the Kemah Volunteer Fire Department. We celebrated the reopening of the Zone 504 historical landmark and rocked to the music of After Party. While showers hampered the T-Bone Tom's Music Festival, they answered the punch with the return of the Kemah Jam every Tuesday night. Over on the south side of the beat, music lovers were treated to a touch of class at the Ladies Of The Lake open mic at Heads & Tails. League City's own Myrna Sanders and her Kozmic Pearls have begun finding their way through the area. Gorgeous weather brought out the best of both music and crowds at La Brisa with Silverwing and the Sharks at Mother’s Speakeasy. Over-thetop shows for the month go to Hamilton Loomis at Joel's Ugly Dawg and Vallejo at Scout Bar, both acts recharged our batteries nicely. Spring forward, get out, and linger longer! --------------------------------------------------The Return of the Kemah Jam at T-Bone Tom's - And not a moment too soon. With spring in the air, baseball around the corner and March Madness on the loose, there's no place better these days than being outdoors listening to live music and munching down on the huge patio deck at T-Bone’s. This
month, we caught Undesided (Jeremy Bradshaw guitar/vocals, Adan Coronado bass, Robert Sanchez drums, Maggie Sanchez guest vocalist) taking it up a level. Lady of the Lake Myrna Sanders stopped in for a couple sets and showed off her award winning Kozmic Pearl band (www.kozmicpearl.com) putting the crowd into a vintage frenzy. Expect to see more Myrna this year around the area as she puts forth her bands and collaborations for us to enjoy. St. Patrick’s Day guest host Robin Kirby made her debut performance onto the T-Bone stage this month sharing her captivating songs to an ever expanding Bay Area audience. Best of all, we spotted more than several class musicians in the crowd -- Put this place on your watch list, the best is yet to come...Claudia Hammond at Don Julio's made us swoon. Venue enhancements were spotted at EJ's Sports Bar and Heads -n- Tails. Watch out, April is looking even better, and we
Kozmic Pearl @ T-bone Tom’s
hope you get a chance to crawl out of your old stale nest, venture forth and enjoy your live music SCENE. - Continued on Page 37 Above: Undesided & Grateful Geezers at T-bone Tom’s
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ture a e f e W e only th t! freshes • Seafood • Angus Steaks • Salads • Decadent Desserts Waterford Harbour 800 Mariner Drive Kemah, TX 77565 281-535-5350 THE SCENE
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THURSDAYS: COME TO THE HOT SPOT! SUN DANCE • Micheal Stevenson Outside on the Patio • DJ Richie Rich inside our club • Drink specials!
• Unique Menu that is Inviting for All • Full Bar with Professional Bartenders • 2 private rooms available for big or small parties, events & special occasions.
Romantic Dining
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SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE
Featured Bartender MONDO FROM JOEL’S UGLY DAWG 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 Also all day Saturday What: $2.99 House Margaritas
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How Long have you worked there: Since August 2008.
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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Signature drink: The Purple Mondo Best Tip: $200 cash for picking a number. In five words or less, how would your friends describe you? All about fun. What I love about bartending: Busy nights, great times and good friends.
Where: 3138 NASA Road 1 When: Normal Happy Hour Mon.to Fri. 4 - 7pm Lunch $1 Ritas 11 am to 2pm
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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)
Favorite thing about the Bay Area? The night life.
Hobbies: Partying, skateboarding, being with friends and family, and my two main girls Jess and Kami. Other than your own, what other profession would you like to attempt? Professional traveler. I'd want to see the world. What profession would you NOT like to attempt? An office worker I couldn't be in a cubicle all day long. Who inspires you? My dad, he taught me to be a hard worker.
What: $2 domestic, $2 draft, $3 wells, $3.50 Bull Blaster, $2 ritas
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Where: 4001 Hwy. 146 When: Daily 11am-7pm What: $2 House Margaritas, Flavor of the Day: $3 All Day
Where: 435 El Dorado When: Mon.to Fri. 2 - 7pm $2 Dom Draft, $2.50 Import Drafts Plus awesome daily specials
Where: 2513 NASA Rd. 1 When: Monday thru Friday, starts 2 hours before sunset
Where: 1053 Marina Bar Drive When: Monday thru Sunday noon to 7pm $1 Drafts, $3 Wells $2 Bottle Domestics $3 House Wine $2 Bloody Mary (Sun.) $2 Mimosa (Sunday)
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Where: 101 E. Main Street, La Porte When: Mon. - Fri. 3 to 6pm What: Various Specials
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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: 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.
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Where: 707 Hwy. 146 (Kemah) When: Mon. thru Fri. 5 - 7 pm What: Call for details.
Where: 20931 Gulf Freeway When: Mon.-Fri. Open to 7pm Sun.-Thurs. 10 to 11pm What: $1 off Shake-Shake-Shake Margaritas & Well Drinks $2 off all 22oz. Draft Beers $3 Regular Vegas Fries $3 off all other Appetizers
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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
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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: 1232 W. FM 646 When: Mon to Fri 2 to 7pm All Day Sunday
($3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Sunday)
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Cock-Eyed SEAGULL
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A CASUAL WINE BAR
Where: 3202 Marina Bay Drive Suite M in Kemah When: Monday thru Friday 4pm -7pm What: $3.50 22oz Drafts $3.50 Ladolceritas & Daily Wine Specials
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Mexican Restaurant Where: 2110 Bay Area Blvd. When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pm What: $1.25 Margaritas ($.99 Margaritas All Day Sat.) ($.99 Draft Beer Every Day)
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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: 315 Grand Ave. When: Tues-Fri 11am-7pm, What: $1.25 Domestic Draft; $1.75 Domestic Beer $2.50 Wells 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: 803 NASA Road 1 When: Mon.- Fri.; 2pm -7pm What: $4 House Rita $1.25 Dom Drafts $1.75 import drafts $1 off domestic beer
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JAPANESE SAKE BAR Where: 1804 W. FM 646 When: Sun-Thurs, ask about times
Where: 19325 Gulf Frwy #5 When: Mon.- Fri.; 3pm -7pm What: $1 ritas; $2 well and domestic beer; $3 calls and import & specialty beers
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Dining On The Deck
CLUB CLASSIC WEEKEND MENU ~ ~ B R U N C H AT 1 1 : 3 0 ~ ~
Serving Classic Cafe’s Breakfast Favorites & More!
BLOODY MARY MENU! BOTTOMLESS MIMOSAS
GET YOUR SHRIMP ON!
Wed. & Thurs. Shrimp & Crawfish Feast 24 Fried Or Boiled Shrimp Or 3 Lbs Crawfish Corn • Potatoes • Hush Puppies $12.99
NOW GREAT FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS BY DAY. STILL CLEAR LAKE’S COOLEST CLUB BY NIGHT! NOW ON THURSDAYS: Live Music 8pm • No Cover!
All At The CLUB CLASSIC On The Deck On The Water Behind The Classic Cafe 2513 Nasa Pkwy. Seabrook 281-532-2691 ~ or ~ 713-319-7156
OPEN:
WED 4PM
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COVER STORY
Hang Loose at Pablo's Pub By CARMEN BATES I recently went to Pablo's Pub, which is located in the Best Buy shopping center at the corner of Bay Area and I-45. Since owners Erich White and Buddy Deese were busy in the kitchen, I sat down with (fictional) mascot, Pablo O'Malley, to find out a little more about the place. Carmen: The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the nice Backyard Bar. Tell me more about that.
Owners Erich White and Buddy Deese enjoying some cold ritas & sizzling fajitas at Pablo’s Pub Carmen: Of course.
Pablo: Well, I really wanted this place to feel like a laidback party environment. As you can see, there is even a short wooden fence dividing the restaurant from the bar area, so you feel like you are sitting in someone's backyard, chilling out and relaxing. Pablo's Pub is extremely kid friendly, so we even fenced in the entire patio area. That way, families can enjoy the great weather outside without having to worry about it being so close to the parking lot. Parents also might be interested to know that kids eat free on Wednesdays.
Pablo: Well, I bet you have never tried it the way we serve it. With over 40 tequilas to choose from, you have got to bring your friends in and have a shot. I won't spoil the surprise, but here is a hint: We don't use a lime for the chaser! Carmen: That does sound enticing! What other kinds of variety can we find on your drink menu? Pablo: If it's variety you want, then this is the place you will find it. We have 12 beers on draft, and over 26 bottled beers for you to try. If margaritas are your thing, we have them frozen and on the rocks, with several different twists, like "The Swirl" (strawberry) or the "Creamsicle Margarita” (orange juice and vanilla ice cream.) If you still can't decide between a beer or rita, we'll mix it up for you. For example, you can order The Belgian Rita, which is a mix of margarita and Blue Moon.
Carmen: I definitely like the impressive surfboard-decor. Was that your idea? Pablo: As you can see, I'm only 4’9”, so I'm not really good at any sports besides surfing; so I've mixed that into the feel of this place. You can even eat at a surfboard-shaped table if you'd like to invite a big group of co-workers after a long hard day. I like to hang loose, and I want others to feel that same relaxed experience when they come here. We have more than 16 HDTVs where we have sports playing all the time, especially UFC and all the sports packages you could ask for. If you enjoy live music, there are live acoustic bands playing on Fridays, inside or outside depending on the weather. Tell me, do you enjoy taking shots of tequila?
Carmen: Sounds intriguing! But how are the prices? Pablo: Rock bottom! We have bar specials Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. which includes $1 house margaritas, $2 wells and domestic beers, plus $3 calls and import beers. We also have daily $2 specials you need to check out Monday through Thursday on drinks and food. Carmen: So Pablo, tell me what inspired you to open a restaurant here in Clear Lake? Pablo: Well, I grew up with a Mexican mom, so she was always cooking fajitas. And my dad was Irish, so he was always drinking beer. One day, I got creative in the kitchen and decided to combine both loves and marinated some fajitas in beer. Genius! They were so excellent, I had to share them with the good people of Clear Lake to try. One bite of beef, chicken or shrimp, and they will be your favorite! All of our food has a Tex-Mex flair. Here, you can be sure to find big portions. - Continued on Page 41
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MORE EVENTS
Featured Upcoming Event:
2009 Texas Music Festival May 1 - May 3, 2009 at Walter Hall Park 55th Annual League City Lions Club Texas Music Festival and Village Fair is presented by the BP Texas City Site and will take place from Friday, May 1 through Sunday, May 3, 2009, at Walter Hall Park in League City.
The Molly Ringwalds Saturday, April 18
The three-day music festival offers the best in live entertainment and fun activities for the family. This year, headliner bands include Fran Cosmo of BOSTON, Kevin Fowler and Robbie Seay Band. Friday evening, the Festival opens to the public to enjoy live bands, carnival rides and games, craft vendors, festival foods, and a Kids Zone sporting rides, games, a petting zoo, circus acts, and other family entertainment. The Main Stage showcases premiere live music throughout the evening including Radio Radio and the classic rock music of Fran Cosmo of BOSTON to end the show.
SCOUT BAR
Hobson’s Choice Friday, April 24 JOEL’S UGLY DAWG
YOU COULD WIN DINNER FOR 2
- Continued On Page 34
Zone 504 Re-Grand Opening & Deck Party
just for becoming our friend at myspace.com/thescenemag
Saturday April 11, Noon - 2am at Zone 504 The rebound from Hurricane Ike continues as Zone 504 Sports Bar is celebrating it’s ReGrand Opening Celebration and Spring Bash on Saturday, April 11. Festivities Above from left to right: Zone 504 immediately following the storm and then the new and improved Zone 504 after the reconstruction. More pictures on page 36. include live music, fun drink concoctions and promos, a deck party, door prizes and food. The bar opens at noon. Located in the Kemah Lighthouse District at 504 Kipp St., Zone 504 is best known for its spacious deck, laid-back, friendly atmosphere and drink specials.
Berryhill Anniversary Party Saturday, April 25
- Continued On Page 36
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BERRYHILL BAYBROOK
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CLEAR LAKEʼS NEWEST BAR
12 Big Screen TVs and Projection Screens to watch NFL, NBA, NHL, NCAA, UFC and … Great Prices • Pool • Golden-Tee • Shuffle Board Darts • A Private V.I.P. Room and a Hot Staff
WE’VE GOT IT ALL!!!
BUZZ TIME Trivia / Poker / Texas Hold’em EVERY FRIDAY
HOT / SPICY CRAWFISH BOIL Daily Specials 2pm – 7pm $2 Domestic/$2.50 Import Drafts $3.50 You-Call-It (excludes top shelf & select)
Monday – Open Mic/Jam Session
60 oz. Pitchers $6 Domestic & $8 Imports
Tuesday – Pitcher Night
Wednesday – Big Ass Beer and Beer Pong Night 25 oz. Mugs $3 Domestic & $4 Imports
$3 Long Islands & Margaritas
Thursday – Ladies Night
5 TO 7:30PM WITH THE MESQUITE-Os COOKERS
April 3 ....................Zach Tate Band April 10 ....................Cruise Control April 17 ..........................The Relics April 24 ..........................Panic Zero
Fridays – Live Music Night
plus UFC PPVs (as scheduled) April 18 ................................UFC 97 May 23 ................................UFC 98
Saturdays - DJ DJ Nickyz
Bikes, Beers and Babes Buckets of Beer $10 Domestic $12 Imports & Karaoke & In-The-Biz 9pm- CL
Sunday – Bike Day
~NEW~
NEW GAME ROOM!
R A B A PALAP ARGEST “THE L AKE!” ON THE L
$3.99 Crawfish
ALL DAY• EVERY DAY
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SMOKE ON THE BAYOU 11AM-2AM
Nobody Does It Better!
CRAWFISH & MUSIC FESTIVAL Galveston Bay Area Musicians Alliance (GBAMA), in partnership w/ the Musicians Benevolent Society of Houston (MBS) and Heads-n-Tails Bar & Grill, will be hosting a Spring Music Festival/fundraiser to assist musicians who lost their equipment in Hurricane Ike.
$2.99/lb Crawfish
(potatoes & corn extra)
$2.25 Domestics $2.50 House Wine $2.50 Wells
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POOL TABLES, SHUFFLE BOARD, DART BOARDS, GOLDEN TEE ’09 ON 56” PLAZMA
APRIL LIVE MUSIC Fri 4/3 ....................Mambo Jazz Kings Sat 4/4 ........SMOKE ON THE BAYOU Sun 4/5 ......SMOKE ON THE BAYOU Tue 4/7 ....Open Mic: Fried Armadillos Wed 4/8 ................................2nd Wind Thu 4/9 ........Robin K., Jessi L. & Beth K. Fri 4/10 ................Mambo Jazz Kings Sat 4/11 ................Mambo Jazz Kings Sun 4/12 ......Singer-Songwriter Night Tue 4/14 ....Open Mic: Black Orchid Ritual Wed 4/15 ............................End Game Thu 4/16 ..........................Slide Effect Fri 4/17 ....................American Boogie Sat 4/18 ..............................11th Hour Sun 4/19 ......Singer-Songwriter Night Tue 4/21 ....Open Mic w/Christi Glaser Wed 4/22 ......................Wood ’n Wind Fri 4/23 ............PC & the Cannonballs Thu 4/24 ................................Madigan Sat 4/25 ....................................Echoz Sun 4/26 ......Singer-Songwriter Night
The Best Tail in Town!
Tue 4/28 ....Open Mic w/ GBMA Jama Wed 4/29 ......................................TBA Thu 4/30....................Sonny Boy Terry
WWW.H EADSNTAIL SB ARANDGRIL L. C OM • www.myspace.com/419384902
1053 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) in Kemah • 281-456-4641 Hours: 11am - 2am 7 days a week
Grill Opening Soon Stay Tuned!
Beautiful HDTVs & Plasma Screens (All sports programming
including NFL, MLB & UFC)
-------------Full Service Hand Car Wash (no tunnels, just pros using lambs wool mitts)
-------------Comfortable WI/FI Enabled Lounge -------------Full Service Bar
(with many promotions, drink specials and a happy hour)
Full Service Hand Car Wash Full Service Bar
1232 W. FM 646 in League City • 281-614-1812 www.hughandjeffs.com | www.myspace.com/hughandjeffs
Visit our myspace page for live music lineup
Crawfish 7 days a week
Cinco de Mayo Bladder Bust w/ Pirates Radio performing live Tuesday, May 5th
WED. $1 Drinks
text the word "Baja" to 38714
$1.95 lb 26 Crawfish Sunday
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27 $3 JAGERS & $5 PITCHERS Monday
$2 Fajitas & Ritas
14 $2 Fajitas & Ritas
Live Band Pirates Radio
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21 with Sarah
$3 JAGERS & $5 PITCHERS
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Extreme Karaoke
19 BIKE NIGHT $1.95 lb Crawfish
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$3 JAGERS & $5 PITCHERS
12 BIKE NIGHT $1.95 lb Crawfish
Old School Music
JAGER DAZE
5 BIKE NIGHT $1.95 lb Crawfish
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WED. $1 Drinks Old School Music
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WED. $1 Drinks Old School Music
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$2 Fajitas & Ritas
Tuesday
WED.
Wednesday
UFC 97 ......................REDEMPTION....................4/18/09
2 Cash and 3 Big Ass Beer & DJ or Live Music
Diamond Drop
Ladies Night Crawfish are back $1.95 lb on Friday
9 Cash and 10 Big Ass Beer Pirate Radio
Diamond Drop
Ladies Night Crawfish are back $1.95 lb on Friday
16 Cash and 17 Big Ass Beer & DJ or Live Music
Diamond Drop
Ladies Night Crawfish are back $1.95 lb on Friday
23 Cash and 24 Big Ass Beer & DJ or Live Music
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Diamond Drop
Ladies Night Crawfish are back $1.95 lb on Friday
Live w/
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18 UFC 97 Live w/
Thursday, April 9th PIRATE RADIO
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Learn more at www.bajapartybar.net Friday
Live Music
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Double Power Hour 8-10pm
Retro FOR FREE CRAWFISH
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April 2009
Saturday
Monday, April 13th PIRATE RADIO
Tuesday, May 5th PIRATE RADIO Crawfish 7 days a week! Friday & Sunday $1.95lb
UFC 98................EVANS VS MACHIDA ............5/23/09
CRAWFISH are back!
Fridays
Wednesdays
Friday & Sunday $1.95 per lb Everyday $3.95 per lb
Baja Party Bar | 1055 Bay Area Blvd. | 281-461-1400
FOR FREE CRAWFISH text the word "Baja" to 38714
NOW... THIS IS PALAPA WEATHER!!
LIVE MUSIC
ALL SUMMER ! COME SIP & STAY A WHIL E
UFC! We have all the Fights!
UFC 97 – 4/18
Now Hiring
UFC 98 – 5/23 REDEMPTION
EVANS vs MACHIDA
Bartenders "Best Burgers Anywhere"
608 6th Street • Kemah • 281-334-3746 www.MySpace.com/palapaskemah
FREE STEAK FRIDAYS! Free Ribeye Steak Dinners Every Friday 5 to 9 pm.
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THE SEVEN DAYS OF DOC’S
$1 $2
I. SUNDAY: .................................................................................. DRINKS! Ribeye Dinner Pints II. MONDAZE:........................................................
III TUESDAY:
STRIPPERS LIE AND
$4.00
$1.25
$5
SELECT PITCHERS
$1
IV. WEDNESDAY: ............................ DOMESTIC LONGNECKS DRINKS! V. THURSDAY: $1.75 Big Ass Beer • $4 Dom $5 Import & $6 Specialty Pitchers • $1LB crawfish CROWN DRINKS VI. FRIDAY: ................................FREE STEAK FRIDAY and VII. SATURDAY: DOM. BOTTLES & WELL DRINKS
$2.75
Welcome Christina
$3.50
Doc’s Stimulus Menu:
MONDAY:
$5 Ribeye Dinners $2 Pints
THURSDAY:
$1 Crawfish! (Per Pound)
FRIDAY: to Doc’s Upper Deck
Free Ribeye Dinner & $1 Crawfish! (Per Pound)
DOC’s has all the FIGHTS!
The Most Big Screens for enjoying NBA & MLB.
UFC 97 ...... REDEMPTION ........4/18/09 UFC 98 .. EVANS VS MACHIDA ....5/23/09 UFC 99.... FRANKLIN VS SILVA......6/13/09 UFC 100 .... LESNAR VS MIR ........7/11/09 - PIZZA & PITCHER SPECIALS WITH RESERVATION -
MARINA GATE CENTER 18301A EGRET BAY BLVD. ( ABOVE SCOUT BAR ) 281-333-DOCS