DOC’S WANTS U! President’s Day Party Monday, February 15!
7 Days of Doc’s
$1.25 DRINKS! II. MONDAZE:.................. $2.50 Pints & $5 Ribeye Dinners III. TUESDAY: $4.50 Dom Pitchers & $4 Bombs w/ Strippers Lie IV. WEDNESDAY: ................................50 cent drinks V. THURSDAY:................$ 3 U CALL IT - Anything in the House! VI. FRIDAY: ......$3 Ribeye Dinner and $3.50 CROWN DRINKS VII. SATURDAY: ................$2.75 DOM. BOTTLES & WELL DRINKS I. SUNDAY: ............Cliff’s Karaoke Brigade and
Beer, Beads & More Beer! Fat Tuesday Party February 16
50 Cent Drinks Every Wednesday
DOC’S FIGHT CARD
$3 Ribeyes, $3.50 Crown Drinks & all your favorite Kung Fu Movies
02/06/10 ....UFC 109 COUTURE VS COLEMAN
02/20/10 ....UFC 110
Kung Fu Fridays
NOGUEIRA VS VELASQUEZ
SUNDAY: Cliff's Karaoke Brigade
03/27/10 ....UFC 111 ST. PIERRE VS HARDY PIZZA & PITCHER SPECIALS WITH RESERVATION
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FEBRUARY LIVE MUSIC Fri Feb 5 ..................................Cooper Wade Sat Feb 6 ............................Brown & Swere Tue Feb 9 ........Open Mic With Lynn Raggio Wed Feb 10 ......................................Karaoke Fri Feb 12 ..........................................Echoz Sat Feb 13 ......................Oldies but Goodies Tue Feb 16 ......Open Mic With Lynn Raggio Wed Feb 17 ......................................Karaoke Fri Feb 19 ......................Mambo Jazz Kings Sat Feb 20 ......................Mambo Jazz Kings Tue Feb 23 ......Open Mic With Lynn Raggio Wed Feb 24 ......................................Karaoke Fri Feb 26......................................Funksion Sat Feb 27 ................................Spiffingtons Tue Mar 2 ........Open Mic With Lynn Raggio Wed Mar 3........................................Karaoke Fri Mar 5..........................................Madigan Sat Mar 6..............................................Slags Tue Mar 9 ........Open Mic With Lynn Raggio Wed Mar 10......................................Karaoke Fri Mar 12 ....................................Mark May Sat Mar 13 ..................................11th Hour
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FEBRUARY BAR SPECIALS Monday: MARTINI MADNESS 20 top shelf Martinis, $5 each (7-close.) Tuesday: LADIES NIGHT Drink specials (5 to 11pm) Wednesday: OCD NIGHT “Our Cheap Drink night” $12 buckets, $1.50 wells & $2 select domestics Thursday: TOUR OF TEXAS Specials on Texas made & themed drinks all day Friday: ALWAYS CHANGING & REARRANGING: Different specials for different occasions. Happy Hour M-F, 2-7pm & All Day Sunday. $3 Bloody Mary’s & Mimosas all weekend long! SPECIAL CONCERT!! Sat, Feb. 13 w/ John Evans Band,
Upcoming Featured DAVID GRACE • 2/05
FIVE-0 • 2/12
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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE Acts
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SPECIALS & ENTERTAINMENT SUNDAY: Open Jam at 8PM, $1.50 Wells MONDAY: $1 Lone Star draft, TUESDAY: $2 Coronas, $3 Cherry Bombs WEDNESDAY: Karaoke at 9PM $6 Pitchers, $9 Guinness & Blue Moon Pitchers, THURSDAY: Absolut anything $3, Live Music (acoustic) at 9PM FRIDAY: $5 Long Islands, $4 Jager Bombs, Live Music at 9PM SATURDAY: $5 Domestic Pitchers, Live Music at 9PM
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Krewes Into Kemah Weekend Friday, Feb. 5: ....Krewe du Lac Kick-off Party at Bakkhus Taverna (5-9pm) Saturday, Feb. 6: ..Galloway Gallop Fun Run at Kemah Boardwalk ....(7am) Saturday, Feb. 6: ..Krewe du Lac Truck Parade at T-bone Tom’s ......(Noon) Saturday, Feb. 6: ..Mardi Pardi at T-bone Tom’s ..............(12:30 to 6pm)
Flaw Saturday, February 13 SCOUT BAR
Krewe du Lac is the official Krewe of Kemah, Texas, and February will be an active month for the krewe. Even if you missed the King’s Cake Party at Heads -nTails, the Presentation of the Royal Court at the South Shore Harbour Resort or the Royal Ball aboard FantaSea Yacht Charter’s the Big White Boat, there are plenty of fun events left on the schedule. Friday, Feb. 5 – Krewes Into Kemah Kick-off Party. 9 p.m. at Bakkhus Taverna in Kemah. This event is free and open to the public. Saturday, Feb. 6 – Galloway Gallop Fun Run. 7 to 11 a.m. at Kemah Boardwalk Arch. Register online at www.thegallowayschool.org.
Pirate Radio Thursday, February 18
Saturday, Feb. 6 – Krewe du Lac Truck Parade. 10 a.m.: Line up behind T-bone Tom’s. Noon: Parade begins. Bring the kids. 1 to 6 p.m.: World Famous Mardi Parti at T-Bone Tom’s. Enjoy Live music, costume contests, arts and crafts vendors and lots of family fun! Bring the kids. These events are free and open to the public.
CULLEN’S LIVE
JOHN POINTER RETURNS TO CHELSEA I had heard the buzz about John Pointer. I watched the muchhyped YouTube video where the multi-instrumentalist, producer, arranger, composer and actor from Austin performs Led Zeppelin’s Kashmir like a full band while utilizing only an acoustic guitar, foot stomps and his beatboxing skills (yes, he beatboxes). I read about the Bachelor of Arts in cello performance and composition, and I knew about the role in Prison Break and his commercials for Chili's Baby Back Ribs and Schlotzsky's Deli. So when he returned to El Lago on a rainy night just before this issue went to press for a performance at Chelsea Wine Bar, I was in. - Continued on Page 42
Tony Vega Friday, February 20
Publisher’s Note: John Pointer will return to Chelsea Wine Bar on Wednesday, March 10
KATIE’S
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COVER STORY
Always something special to look forward to at
CHELSEA WINE BAR By JOHN ENNIS
On the coast of El Lago overlooking the tranquil waters where Taylor Lake and Clear Lake meet sits possibly the best kept secret in the Bay Area, Chelsea Wine Bar. Those who know Chelsea, love it. But with a location tucked away and off of the beaten path, Chelsea remains a treasure that more and more people are discovering in recent weeks and months thanks to a growing list of promotions and exclusive live music performances. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable with the hospitality of a wine bar and charm of a European pub with old-world wood, antique accents and hand-painted murals by highly regarded local artist Shelly Shanks. There is an eclectic collection of books and board games to enjoy while listening to the jukebox which features a lineup of music second to none. Enjoy live music on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights ranging from Texas songwriter originals to a diverse blend of jazz, classic rock, big band and Latin tunes. Chelsea features more than 150 hand-selected wines, ports and sherries in stock as well as an impressive collection of Irish cream liqueurs and wide variety of espresso coffees and teas. Homemade sangria is prepared and served daily and the selection of beers in bottles and on draft will not disappoint. Although the kitchen is small, the flavors are not. Try one of the freshly-prepared paninis, mini pizzas, gourmet cheese and meat boards which are perfect to be followed by a delectable dessert. Stop by on Wednesday for homemade pasta, fresh garlic bread and a house red wine for $10 ($7 without the wine). Happy hour is 4 to 7pm and allows patrons $1 off beer and wine, $3 off pitchers and bottles and half price food. Take a visit to Chelsea and let the staff make you feel at home. And as always, tell them The SCENE sent you.
POINT OF DIFFERENCE:
Expanding the waterfront view: As of press time the finishing touches were being added to a brand new two-story deck which will almost double the space upstairs and will offer panoramic views of the water just in time for spring.
Did you know? Although Chelsea has “wine bar” in its name, it also features one of the area’s best selections of beers including 19 import and craft selections on draft and another 60 beer selections in bottles including offers from Brazil, Russia and Singapore among others. Check out the daily $3 draft specials at Chelsea featuring Blue Moon on Monday, Shiner Bock on Tuesday, Guinness on Wednesday, New Castle on Thursday, Fat Tire on Friday, a Saint Arnold selection on Saturday and Mirror Pond Pale Ale on Sunday.
Wednesday Night Texas Songwriter Series Every Wednesday night (8 to 11pm) Chelsea features exclusive live performances from Texas Songwriters you will not find playing anywhere else in the Bay Area. These performers come into town from Austin and bring multi-award winning talent which is a real treat in such an intimate venue. Do yourself a favor and make it out to a show.
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2/03 .......... John Pointer 2/10 ..........Ginger Leigh 2/17 ..........Ariel Abshire 2/24 ................Dan Dyer 3/03 ..Graham Wilkinson FEBRUARY 2010
Chelsea Wine Bar
More than 150 hand-selected wines, ports & sherries in stock Roughly 50 international & domestic bottled beers, 19 on draft Several Irish cream liqueurs | Homemade sangria prepared daily Non-alcoholic beverages including a variety of espresso coffees & teas Freshly prepared paninis, gourmet cheese & meat boards & mini pizzas Daily happy hour specials | Free WiFi | Knowledgeable & attentive staff Live music three nights a week including our singer/songwriter series Upstairs available for private parties | New two-story deck opening soon! HOURS: Sun - Thurs: 4pm to 1am; Fri & Sat: 4pm to 2am
4106 NASA Parkway in El Lago • 281.326.5282
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SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE Where: 101 E. Main Street, La Porte When: M - F 3 to 6pm What: Various Specials
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$2 Dom. Pints Where: 605 A 6th Street When: M - Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $2 Dom Pints, $3 Wells, $4 Wine by glass, $4 Ouzo shots
Where: 2555 Bay Area Blvd. When: M-F, 4 to 6:30pm What: House Martini $5, Dom Beer $2.75, Shiner Bock $3.25; House Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, White Zinfandel $4; Well Cocktails $4
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Where: 1010 B NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Fri 2-8 pm What: $1.50 Dom Drafts, $4.50 Dom. Pitchers, $1.75 Dom. Bottles; $2.75 Well Drinks
------------------Where: 2416 Bay Area Blvd. When: M-F 39pm; Sat 79pm; All Day Sun. What: $2 Dom drafts & wells, $2.25 select draft & select calls, $7 pitchers
Where: 1020 NASA Road 1 When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pm What: Specials on Tap Beer, Margaritas (including Haciendaritas), Domestic/Imports Bottles and more. Check it out!
------------------Where: 2233 E. Bayshore Drive When: Mon.- Fri.; 4pm -7pm What: 1$ Draft, $3.50 Wells, $2 Dom Longneck, $2.50 Frozen Marg.
-------------------Where: 18307 Egret Bay Blvd. When/What: Scout has fresh, changing promotions. Visit ScoutBar.com to learn more.
Where: 504 Kipp Ave. (Kemah) What/When: Mon: $3 wells all night (+ Karaoke), Tues: $2 and $3 pints; Wed: $2 & $3 bottles; Thurs: Big Ass Beer $2 Domestic & $3 Import; Fri. & Sat. $3 shot specials. Sunday $2 Bloody Marys, Mimosas and $2 pints. NCAA & NFL Pitcher Specials all day Sat. & Mon.
-------------------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)
Where: 3202 Marina Bay Drive When: M-F: 3pm -7pm What: $2 16oz Dom Drafts, $2 Dom. Bottles, $2 Wells, $3 House Wine
------------------Where: 17420 Fife Ln. (@ Bay Area)
When: Daily: 3pm -7pm What: $1.75 Long Necks, $1.50 Dom Drafts, $9 Guinness pitchers, $4.50 House Wine, $4 Patron Shots
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Where: 3136-C NASA Rd 1 When: Daily 11am - 7pm What: $2.75 Domestic bottles, $2 Drafts, $3 Wells
------------------Where: 605 6th St. C, Kemah When: M-Sat, Noon to 7pm What: $5 Bull Blasters, $2 Wells,
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------------------Where: 315 Grand Ave. When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm What: $1.25 Dom Draft, $1.75 Dom Longnecks, $2.50 Wells. (On Tues. & Wed.: $2 Ritas; On Sun.: $2 Well Vodka Drinks (noon to 7pm)
Where: 16744 El Camino Real When: 12 to 6 pm Mon.-Fri. What: Various Specials. All-day Saturday: $.99 Domestic and $1.99 Import Beers
($3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Sunday)
Where: 707 Hwy. 146 (Kemah) When: Mon. thru Fri. 5 - 7 pm What: Call for details.
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What: Singles Night & $1 Hot Sake
JAPANESE SAKE BAR Where: 1804 W. FM 646 When: Tues & Wed, after 4:30pm
Where: 725 Grand Ave. (FM 646) When: Daily: 11am -6pm What: $1 Drafts, $2 Domestic Bottles, $3 Wells
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and specials are subject to change.
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Where: 515 E. NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon. to Thurs. 11 - 10 Friday 11am - 7pm What: $3.75 Ritas $1.75 Draft
-------------------Where: 4449 NASA Road 1 When: MF 11 am - 7pm, & all day Sat. What: $2.99 House Margaritas
-------------------Where: 3138 NASA Road 1 When: Normal Happy Hour Mon to Fri 4 - 7pm, Lunch $1 Ritas (11 to 2)
HANNAH FROM THE TREE HOUSE
-------------------Where: 901 NASA Rd. 1 When: Daily Happy Hour 11am to 7pm. Call for details.
-------------------Where: 18301A Egret Bay Blvd. When: Daily 3pm to 8pm What: $1.50 wells, $1.50 wines, $2.25 dom pints
Featured Bartender
Where: 1232 W. FM 646 When: M-F 2 to 7pm & all Sun. What: Too much to list!
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Where: 20760 Gulf Frwy (Webster) What: Martini Day Monday “Keep the Shaker” $2 Tuesdays: All Domestics & Imports Plus $3 Wells & $3 Margaritas Hurricane Humpday (Wednesdays)
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------------------Where: 4001 Hwy. 146 When: Daily 11am7pm What: $2 House Margaritas, Flavor of the Day: $3 All Day
-------------------Where: 435 El Dorado When: Mon.to Fri. 2 7pm What: $2 Dom Draft, $2.50 Import Drafts Plus awesome daily specials
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How long have you worked there? 1 year 7 months.
Where: 1053 Marina Bar Drive When: Mon.-Sun. noon to 7pm $1 Drafts, $3 Wells, $2 Bottle Domestics, $2 Bloody Mary (Sun.), $2 Mimosa (Sunday), $3 House Wine
Signature drink: I’ve been told I make a mean bloody marry. Best Tip: TEXANS tickets!
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In five words or less, how would your friends describe you? Fun, loving, down to earth.
Where: 3659 NASA Road 1 , Seabrook When: 11-7 M-F What: $4.99 ritas (frozen or rocks), sangrias, mojitos & house wine. Domestic Beer $2.50, Drafts $2
What I love about bartending: Meeting new people and being involved in all my amazing customers lives.
Favorite thing about the Bay Area? You don't have to go far to find fun. Hobbies: Sports, traveling and dancing. Other than your own, what other profession would you like to attempt? Broadcasting. What other profession would you NOT like to attempt? Cosmetology, I am horrible at hair and make-up. Who inspires you? My son.
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and specials are subject to change.
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THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE Coldshot @ Cullen’s Live
10 Years @ Scout Bar
Loose Notes by Andy Eng The music SCENE jumped into high gear this first month of the new year. We got high octane lifts with Scout Bar action at the 10 Year show, the Hunger's New Year’s Eve celebration, and the ever-popular Buzz 94.5 shows each Sunday night. With weather being goofy, we took it indoors with Drivetrain spinning up The Tree House (my favorite neighborhood bar). Back on the beat, we took in Coldshot at Cullen's and over at EJ's was Electricbite, a regional band playing all around and finally hitting the local beat. These cats stay booked waaaaay out in advanced and will be back in February. Clinton Ashley kept the music going at Zone 504 making the place another favorite neighborhood bar of ours. An interesting Sunday Open Mic is up and playing at Al Capone's over in Friendswood. You've heard us rant about their great pizzas and friendly settings from our earlier reports. We checked out this new action catching several sets from the house band led by Craig Reed before singer songwriter Austin Vetaloesco played a few. Best tone award goes to Mighty Mike Taylor's acoustic set. – Continued on Page 48
Zydeco Joe and H-Town Players @ Heads-n-Tails Paris Green @ Scout Bar
Electricbite at EJ’s
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BENEFIT FOR JOHN ELAM @ HUGH & JEFF’S CAR WASH & GRILL
FEB 13 VALENTINE’S DANCE featuring Donnie Simmons & The House Rockers Sun: Jam Session w/ The Amigos 8pm-12am, musicians welcome, Vodka Well Drinks $2 (12-7pm) Mon: Acoustic Jam w/L. Raggio & Cisco • $2 Ritas • Football Specials Tues: BERT WILLS • 11-8pm Thurs: Benny Brasket Band N
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! FRI 2/5....................................TOMMY DARDAR SAT 2/6 ..................................MARK MAY BAND WED 2/10..........................THE GROOVE KINGS HAPPY FRI 2/12 ................SNIT’S DOG & PONY SHOW HOUR SAT 2/13..............DONNIE & HOUSE ROCKERS Mon-Fri 11-7 $2.75 Wells WED 2/17 ....................................SLIDE EFFECT $1.75 Dom. FRI 2/19 ................................MARK MAY BAND SAT 2/20............................................TONY VEGA Longnecks WED 2/24..........................THE GROOVE KINGS $ 1.25 Dom. Draft FRI 2/26 ........SCOTT MCGILL & OLD DOG MAC SAT 2/27 ............................THE TAILDRAGGERS Mon & Wed $2 Rita WED 3/3 ....................................THE DANGLERS Sun. $2 Well Vodka FRI 3/5 ......................LUTHER & THE HEALERS Drinks (12 to 7pm) SAT 3/6 ..............................................MARK MAY All Photos by Andy Eng
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10 Years @ Scout Bar
LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 50 We had to peel out early before catching some of the other talent. Keep an eye and ear on this place. According to Ruth, Al Capones will be offering more live music to the Friendswood SCENE. With The Amigos at Katie’s and now this, Sunday night open mics are well set. Mardis Gras is here and that means fun, music and crawfish. Zydeco Joe & the H-Town Players delivered at Heads & Tails. OVER THE TOP for the month goes to Hugh & Jeff's Carwash & Grill for hosting the John Elam benefit held on the nicest weekend of January. Plenty Coldshot At Cullen’s Live of great live music was provided by the Ziggy Moonshine Band, Midnight River Choir, and the John Evans Band. The turnout rivaled IkeFest attendance and the support raised was stellar. Kudos to the organizers and supporters of this well-run family event.
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Drivetrain @ The Treehouse
Clinton Ashley @ Zone 504
Since October @ Scout Bar FEBRUARY 2010
the scene’s martini madness Chocolate Martini aka Tilt A Whirl: Three Olives chocolate vodka, Godiva dark chocolate liqueur, Godiva white chocolate liqueur, chocolate stick garnish. Cantaloupe Martini: Monopolowa potato vodka, Midori Melon liqueur, DeKuyper Watermelon Pucker schnapps, orange juice, splash of lime juice, maraschino cherry garnish. Costa Rican: Svedka vanilla vodka, Kahlua coffee liqueur, DeKuyper Creme de Banana liqueur, cinnamon stick garnish. Ruby Slipper: Finlandia cranberry vodka, Grand Marnier orange liqueur, DeKuyper sloe gin liqueur, sweet and sour, cranberry juice.
These martinis were prepared at:
The Davenport Lounge - Clear Lake 1235 Clear Lake City Blvd.
Do you have a favorite Martini? Share at Martini@thescenemagazine.com
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SUN, FEB 14 • 6PM VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER & CONCERT @ CLUB CLASSIC PRESENTED BY
KELLY McGUIRE & SEABROOK CLASSIC CAFE Limited Seating First 50 People 3 Courses: Salad, Entree & Dessert
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Members of The SCENE’s Brew Crew joined fans of the state’s oldest craft brewery for Saint Arnold Brewing Company’s Third Annual One Pot Showdown benefitting the Houston Food Bank. Tickets to the event -- the first official event at Saint Arnold’s new brewery -- sold out in 20 minutes as a thirsty crowd of beer enthusiasts sampled tasty offerings from 30 cooking teams competing for the title of the "Best One-Pot Dish Made With Saint Arnold Beer." SCENE favorites included America’s Stout Mac N’ Cheese (Winter Stout), the Jambalayale (Elissa IPA), Saint Arnie’s Carnie Mac N Cheese (Brown Ale), Round Up Rattle Snake Chili (Amber Ale) and the eventual winner which was Grandma’s Twisted Sweet Potato Pie (Root Beer). But the real winner was the Houston Food Bank.
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Texas Beer Enthusiast
(512) Brewing Co. ........................Austin, TX Franconia Brewing Co. ..........McKinney, TX Independence Brewing Co ..........Austin, TX Live Oak Brewing Company ........Austin, TX Rahr and Sons Brewing Co. ..Fort Worth,TX Real Ale Brewing Co. ..................Blanco, TX Saint Arnold Brewing Co...........Houston, TX Southern Star Brewing Co. ........Conroe, TX
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Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 9
6:30 pm @ Holiday Inn on Bay Area Blvd.
If you are interested in trying homebrewing, there are far worse places to live than the Bay Area, home to the Mashtronauts. The Mashtronauts 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. The February meeting will be at the Holiday Inn on Bay Area Blvd. in Webster. New Location!
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Blue Star Brewing ..............San Antonio, TX Big Buck Brewery & Steakhouse..Grapevine, TX The Covey ................................Fort Worth, TX Dancing Bear Pub............................Waco, TX The Dodging Duck Brewhaus ......Boerne, TX The Draught House Pub & Brewery..Austin, TX Humperdink's ..................................Dallas, TX Fredericksburg Brewing....Fredericksburg, TX Jaxon's ..............................El Paso, TX North by Northwest ..............Austin, TX Two Rows Classic Grill..Multiple Locations Uncle Billy's Brew and Que ..Austin, TX
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Bay Area Brew News & Notes: The small, new distributor that could, Omni International Beverages, is at it again on behalf of the Conroe-based Craft Brewery Southern Star and Bay Area beer drinkers are the winner as a result. Omni enjoyed many “wins” in January, including getting Southern Star’s Bombshell Blonde on the tap wall at Doc’s Upper Deck Sports Bar in Webster, making Doc’s the first Bay Area location with a Southern Star product available via draft. Omni also got Southern Star products in Kemah’s Saltgrass Steakhouse and now you can enjoy the Bombshell Blonde, Pine Belt Pale and the just-releasedin-cans Buried Hatchet Stout at Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash David Le Smith of Omni Beverages and Grill. Matter of fact, the Stout is the featured beer of February. Next time you are up along the Beltway, stop in at the Fox and Hound for a Red Fox Amber, their exclusive signature beer.
Craft Brewers love The SCENE: Fritz Rahr of Rahr & Sons Brewery in Fort Worth makes time to read The SCENE.
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FEBRUARY 14 FEBRUARY 15: COME EAT STEAK & POTATOES, “National BJ Day”
2/19..Fri......Rockit Bayou 2/20..Sat......David Grace 2/26..Fri......Rockit Bayou 2/27..Sat...... Slide Effect
Sun: $2 Mimosas, $2 Bloody Mary, $3 Burger Biker Day (11- 6pm)
“FAT TUESDAY” LET’S DRINK
Mon: Vicki’s Karaoke / Industry Night: $1 Draft, $3 Bombs & Wells, 25¢ Wings, Kitchen open until 1am only Monday (7pm - Close)
MON. MIX AND MATCH $3 Jagers, $10 Dom, $15 Import Buckets, $3 Well Drinks TUES: 8pm “Big Buck Hunter” Tournaments against Courtney WED & SUN: Karaoke with Cliff & Bryce THURS: Beer pong w/ Sarah, Open Mic Night w/ Tom Rogers (musicians: happy hour pricing) SUN: 12-8pm drink with Amanda
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Dempsey’s Sports Pub 3612 W. Main St. • League City 281-557-0000 Opened on January 29, 2010 Hours: Monday through Friday 3 p.m. to 2 a.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday 11am to midnight. Happy Hour: $1 off everything 3 to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and all day Saturday and Sunday. Theme: Irish Pub / Sports Bar Live Music: Friday & Saturday Description: Bar and Grill What sets Dempsey’s apart: Outdoor seating, bands on Friday and Saturday (Thursday and Sunday live music coming soon.) Full kitchen is open until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; Fri-
day and Saturday, the kitchen is open until midnight. Menu prices range from $3 to $14. Sunday Specials (11 to 6 p.m.): $2 Mimosas, $2 Bloody Marys, $3 Burger Biker Day Monday Specials (7 p.m. to Close): Vicki’s Karaoke and Industry Night: $1 Draft, $3 Bombs & Wells, 25-cent Wings. (Kitchen open until 1 a.m. Monday The crew at Dempsey’s is ready for you! only.) and Fries & Domestic Bottle for $13.99) Tuesday Specials (7 p.m. to Close): $2 Thursday Specials (5 p.m. to Close): Big Ass Beer (24-ounce Domestics) Ladies Night. Live Acoustic Music. $3 Wednesday Specials (5 p.m. to Wine, $3 Shots Close): Steak Night (10-ounce Ribeye
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John Pointer • From Page 56 The gig didn’t start out as smoothly as he would have liked. This fellow, who once had the Austin City Council declared a day (January 27, 2007) in his honor, pointed to his stack electronic gear and speakers which he battled with during an extended warmup and explained “That is $3000 worth of s#*t that doesn’t want to
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work, so I’m going to fool you with technique.” But then the show began and the crowd was sold, technical difficulties and all. Pointer is known for a cross-pollination of genres and the use of standard instruments in non-standard ways. His performances have been described as “part music, part magic, completely connected and impossible to forget.”
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But on this night, it was hard to ignore Pointer’s voice. One audience member who is a singer/performer in his own right, summed it up best. “Dude sung his ass off!” Yes he did! Pointer will return to Chelsea on March 10 as part of the wine bar’s exclusive Wednesday Night Texas Songwriter Series. Check him out!
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Valentine’s Gift Guide Continued From Page 39 --------------------------------Hugh and Jeff's Car Wash 1232 W. FM 646 • 281-614-1812
Shop: We are a full-service hand car wash, specializing in interior and exterior detail work. We are also specialists in boats, motorcycles, and RVs. Plus, we have a full service bar with eight flat screens, live music, pool, darts, video games and more! Featured Gift: Buy your sweetie an "Unlimited Wash Package," and he or she will enjoy a constantly clean car! For as little as $59 per month your car is cleaned inside and out as often as you like! Bring it once a week or every day of the week while you enjoy our WiFi enabled, fantastically comfortable lobby. Call for details. --------------------------------Anita's Cut Above Hair Design 2660 Marina Bay Dr. • 281-334-3000
Featured gift: Give her the gift of rich recovery with the Redken Trio: Shampoo, conditioner and rich recovery treatment for $25. ($30 value) Shop: The salon specializes in Redken color and products including Redken Camo Color for men. They also offer Mizani relaxers and treatments for all hair types. (Mizani controls frizzy, curly hair and smoothes and restores and adds luster for a silky smooth, sexy look. Mizani helps fight the Texas humidity.) Get a gift card, plus 10% off any chemical service. ---------------------------------
Style Column • Cont. From Page 26 So, even though I am a stylist, I am not immune to getting stuck in my ways and lacking a vision for myself. I encourage you to do something different this year – to take drastic measures. There are some things in life you cannot change, so have fun with the things you can. I might not be able to lose those last 10 pounds, but if I make a big enough change somewhere else maybe no one will notice! My guide for a drastic hair make over: • Find a dream picture and take it to your stylist. He/She should be able to combine your vision with theirs and give
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Aja Nail Spa
Kemah • 281-818-4185
512 7th Street, Kemah • 281-957-9856
Shop: We teach all original choreography. Small group, scheduled classes or private classes and in-home classes available. Also we cater to discreet, confidential clients.
Shop: Inside a newly remodeled stand alone building, enjoy manicures, pedicures and waxing services in an upscale, tranquil environment with affordable prices. Featured Gift: Purchase a gift that will make your sweetheart swoon. For $60, your sweetie can have a special treat with an Aja pampered Pedicure and Manicure featuring a mask and hot towel wrap, hot stone massage and parffin wax for the feet and hands, available for men or women. For an even bigger discount, buy two for $110. Complementary wine is available.
Ladies Featured Gift: Give your man the gift of a sexy, private dance! VaVoom Valentine Vixen class $30 (three-hour workshop); or for $75, get one month of seduction fitness classes.
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Featured Gift Men: Buy her a gift certificate for her choice of many different dance classes! We have affordable classes for ANY budget (pricing available per class or per month); small group classes, or private, by-appointment six days a week, in studio or in-home.
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3560 NASA Parkway • 832-225-1314
D’Vine Wine
Shop: Home Brewing supplies, wine making supplies, including equipment and ingredient kits and kegging supplies. Free brewing demonstrations Saturdays at 2 p.m.
709 Harris Ave., Kemah • 281-334-8300
Featured Gift: Brew kit (includes 6 gallon glass carboy, 7.9 gallon fermenting bucket and lid, three-piece air lock, carboy plug & brush, potassium Metabisulfite, Hydrometer, Spring Filler, Auto-siphon, 3/8" plastic tube clamp, 5 feet of 5/16" ID tubing and basically everything else you need to brew and drink your own beer.) ---------------------------------
Shop: We carry a wide selection of handcrafted wines made at the winery priced from $9.99. We offer custom labeled wines, wine accessories, and gift baskets for holiday and business gift giving. Wine tastings available daily. Featured Gift: Impress your sweetheart with a bottle of wine personalized just for that special person in your life. Try our Limited Edition Raspberry Sparkling Wine, crisp and bubbly with a just a perfect hint of raspberry, only $19.99 a bottle. Gift certificates and gift baskets are also available.
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you something YOU can manage. • Don’t be afraid to just GO FOR IT! • You WILL freak out. It’s okay. You’re going to look different; after all, isn’t that what you paid for? You might freak out in a good way! • There WILL be a grieving period. Even though you may have wanted your hair cut forever, you will still mourn the loss of it. Phantom hair will haunt you. All of the sudden everyone in the world has your old hair color. The Day After is the worst. • You WILL have to make changes in the way you style your hair, wear your
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make up or wardrobe. Make sure you fully understand these changes by asking your stylist. • You WILL get used to it, and love it. Say thank you when people notice or comment, and be confident in it. If you love it, so will everyone else. Lastly, even if it’s not exactly what you had envisioned, just know that hair is not an exact science, and there may be a small adjustment period with your hair. Sometimes you need to cut a little more here or there, or let the color fade a touch. Just be patient and relish in your power to make change.
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Seen by the SCENE: Extreme Makeover - Home Edition in Kemah Art Column • Continued From Page 24 In 2003, she became part of the “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” This Los Angeles resident handles her many hats with grace and ease, all while being a full-time mommy to her kids, bringing them on the road while filming the television phenomenon dedicated to rebuilding homes for families in need. Through her involvement with EM:HE, Tracy has witnessed first-hand the dramatic impact that living spaces can have on the lives of the people who occupy them. Every episode stimulates her naturally philanthropic spirit, and she responds to each family’s needs with compassion and enthusiasm. “I believe we should be earth friendly, not only in products, but in repurposing our furniture, buying from flea markets, using handed down antiques and the results will be an eclectic earth friendly design unique to you.” stated Tracy. When asked her favorite power tool, the petite blond said, “Sander!” It is the frequent tool used to change the ‘found treasures’ into newly designed decorator pieces. Cost efficient and trendy, too – can’t beat that. For more information on Tracy’s book, go to www.abrams.books.com. Film Column • Cont. From Pg 23 LOH is a grown-up film and it's a very real film. It doesn't take the easy way out and make “movie characters,” as Bryan puts it, out of the actors. Instead, these actors genuinely feel like real people with real emotions and because of this, the audience sometimes isn't quite sure how to react. All of the screenings were filled with intensity at some moments and boisterous belly-laughing at others. The queasy, uneasy feelings during uncomfortable moments, subsided with the hilarity of the general situation; and the audience played right along. For me, each screening presented the film in a new light and to an ever-changing audience. As stated above, the premiere began in tears and might have ended in tears as well. I know it did for me. And it was the culmination of the film itself the ridiculously amazing performances of actors Alex Karpovsky, Chris Doubek and Heather Kafka and the fact that we were all right here in Park City in the snowy
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cold premiering a film Bryan had only just conceived of two years ago (in Park City, during Sundance 2008) and filmed one year ago (partially in Park City, right after Sundance 2009). For a moment it really hit me hard, as I realized how insanely lucky I truly was to have gotten the opportunity to help this film in its fruition. And I was really here, at Sundance; arguably the second most prestigious film festival in the world second only to Cannes. That's one of those rare feelings I'll cherish for the rest of my life. I regret missing the second screening of LOH; however, I attended the third screening in Salt Lake City and, of the three (out of five) I actually caught, it proved to be my favorite. The great thing about having a screening in Salt Lake City is you're almost guaranteed to have a majority of the house packed with locals just wanting to watch movies. The likelihood of having a great deal of press, industry or other filmmakers is quite slim―mainly, because the drive from Park City to SLC inconveniently requires finding transportation. But when you do get out there, the entire vibe changes. Suddenly, you're no longer in the hustle and bustle of one of the great film events in the world; instead, you're just a guy trying to order a sidecar at a local bar because you have no idea how to order a drink in Utah. A very small group of us went to this particular screening; consisting of me, Bryan and the actors (and a few friends). Bryan introduced the film and we watched the opening sequence and then we hit Johnny's, a local bar serving up enormous plastic mugs full of intensely weak draft beer. The savvy drinker orders a Hops Rising beer in a bottle at 9% alcohol per volume. Because Utah's infamous liquor laws don't apply to bottled beer sold in drinking establishments, the state has several such bottled delights. But the real delight was just hanging out in a total dive, drinking excessive amounts of beer, smack dab in the middle of a city that largely frowns upon alcohol consumption. After guzzling down our spirited libations, we made our way back just in time to catch our film's climactic conclusion. The audience appeared knee-deep in the movie and the majority stuck around for a Q&A that rivals any I've
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ever attended. Slightly lit, Bryan and the actors took the stage and entertained the audience with anecdotes and witty repartee, encouraging the audience to ask some really wellthought out questions. The actors talked about Bryan's rehearsal and introductory process―an interesting combination of what you might find on the first day of kindergarten or at a retreat sponsored by Alcoholics Anonymous; they mentioned oddball outtakes and noted uniquely phrased improvised dialogue. Laughter ensued as the audience took it all in and the people on stage were obviously just having a really fun time. Chris Doubek, who plays a jaded failure of an elder brother, resentful of everyone around him, noted the real importance of the venue―this wasn't a theatre created for the festival or even an art house; this was a real theatre, packed with real people. You could hear the munching of popcorn and slurping of soft drinks; and there were no expectations. This was pure entertainment. My final screening took place in the famed Eccles Theatre, located in a high school and boasting a 1,300 seating capacity. I'd say we had at least 800 people packed in there – nearly three times the usual screening. Most of the cast and crew, who attended the festival, stayed for the duration of the film. Throughout the screening, I heard roars of laughter and gasps of breath and found myself taking part as I watched the film yet again with a new set of eyes. Hilarious, dark and quirky, LOH is a film I'm intensely proud to be a part of. It's been reviewed by the likes of The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, Entertainment Weekly, L.A. Weekly and The New York Times. We've got a long festival road ahead of us; but nothing will be quite like our Sundance experience. Find out more at www.loversofhatethemovie.com. Adam Donaghey is an award-winning film producer from Texas and his website is www.adamdonaghey.com. News Flash: Just as this issue was going to press, The SCENE learned that Lovers Of Hate and two other Donaghey-produced films, Earthling and Audrey the Trainwreck, will be screening at the South By Southwest Film Festival in Austin, Texas, next month.
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Putting the Ahhh in Kemah It all started with a former UTMB Galveston employee who got laid off following Hurricane Ike. After 20 years with the same company, Melissa Pannel felt compelled to go in a new direction, thus the inception of Aja Nail Spa. “I decided I wanted to do something that makes people happy, helps them look good and relax,” she explained. Aja (pronounced “Asia”) is located in the Kemah Lighthouse District (512 7th Street)
and opened in the fall of 2009. The upscale yet unpretentious decor provides a relaxing atmosphere. Although the outside of the stand alone building looks more like an older home, the inside is newly remodeled and boasts beautiful floors, calming wall colors and modern and comfortable furniture. There is a big screen at the entrance in the waiting area, and a smaller TV to entertain manicure clients. The semi-private Pedispa room, however, is a more tranquil environment from the music to the state-of-the-art spa machines. Waxing services are carried out in a completely private room. Services at Aja include Happy Hand Manicures, nail enhancements, Barefoot Beautiful Spa Pedicures and complete waxing services. The staff at Aja are licensed and skilled technicians with many years experience be-
Jewelry Joy If you or someone you love finds joy in one-of-a-kind jewelry, be sure to
check out Joya Julez. Joya Julez features custom jewelry made from a variety of colored crystals, pearls, jade, coral, agate, quartz, moonstone, sunstone, amethyst and kyanite to name a few. A Bay Area resident for 16 years, Joya Julez owner and designer Linda Potter loves jewelry and decided to start a business offering quality jewelry for a moderate price. Her collection offers many signature pieces that are intended for a person to wear over a lifetime because of their classic beauty. Linda said she looks for special beads that make her jewelry different and unique. “Many of my friends ask how long it takes to make a piece, and I tell them it’s when it says ‘wow’ to me, and I would want to purchase it for myself,” she added.
tween them. “Our staff is very versed in all sanitation requirements,” Pannel said. “We strive to be 100 percent bacteria free.” Aja is open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sundays 1 to 5 p.m. and closed Mondays. Aja Nail Spa has a Facebook fan club page. Be sure to sign up for access to weekly specials.
a jewelry staple, Linda also sells many silver items that range from pendants to earrings. Many of her designs have the nautical, tropical or western themes. She said, “Lots of my customers love the Swarovski crystals or the cloisonnes and sparkle balls that I mix into my jewelry. Others love the lampwork beads and Czech crystals.” Joya Julez has a display case at the entrance of Aja Nail Salon in Kemah, located at 512 7th Street. Be sure to also check out the toe rings, ankle bracelets, as well as purses and wallets ready to accessorize any style or mood. To find out more about Joya Julez, contact Linda at 281-793-6327 or email her at lspotter@aol.com.
Although necklaces and bracelets are
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earrings $10 to $300, plus silver accessories, purses and wallets.
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Featured Gift: Warm Hearts Praying Necklace - beautiful turquoise cross and hearts surrounded by yellow faceted rondells, topaz, blue and chocolate pearls and crystal necklace with silver caps and spacers $149. - Continued on Page 41
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Just in Time for Valentine’s!
Aja Nail Spa & Joya Julez
Custom Jewelry & Accessories
Happy Hands Manicures Freshen Up Manicure, Classic Manicure, Aja Manicure
Nail Enhancements Solor, pink/white, glitter tip, natural tip, white tip, pearl tip, gel overlay, nail art design, three powder nail art
– Silver, Coral, Pearl & Semi Precious Designs – Designer Purses & Wallets
Barefoot Beautiful Spa Pedicures Grooming Pedicure, Classic Pedicure, Aja Soothing Pedicure, Aja Pampered Pedicure
Waxing Services in Private Room Upper/lower Lips, Chin, Eyebrow, Arms, Legs, Underarm, Bikini
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Gift Certificates Available Appointments Recommended Find us on the corner of Bradford & 7th Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm 512 7TH STREET Sunday 1-5pm • Closed Monday KEMAH • 281-957-9856 Walk-ins Welcome www.AjaNailSpa.comcastbiz.net THE SCENE
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Valentine’s Gift Guide Don’t even think about being cliche this year! Heart boxes filled with chocolates completely derail New Year’s resolutions. Yes, flowers are lovely, but they die after a few days. How about doing something that shows a bit more creativity and thoughtfulness. Below are a few shops that have already put some thoughts into unique gifts they have available and highly recommend for Valentine’s Day. If you are still not quite sure, a gift certificate to a locally owned business shows thoughtfulness and the opportunity for your sweetie to get the specific gift they want. Be sure to tell them you saw them in The SCENE! -----------------------------------
Featured Gift: Heart Face Set - HydraEssence Toner, Pink Quartz Blush, Blossom Lip Lustre, Rose Gold Mineral Gemstone Eye shadow, Volume X Mascara for $65. (Available through Feb. 27) -----------------------------------
The Hairem Salon 18096 Kings Row Ste A • 281-333-4332
Shop: Haircare, Skin Care & Cosmetics Featured Service: Lover Spa Day - Receive Color or Highlights, Haircut and style, Make up Application, Parafin Wax treatment and Waxing service with a light lunch. $200. (Must be purchased by Feb. 14.)
The Bling Bling Shop 1320 5th Street, Seabrook • 281-942-9310
Shop: What a fabulous way to BLING in the year! Come shop unique gift ideas for the woman who has everything. We specialize in accessories for any occasion: Mardi Gras, proms, weddings, rodeo, quinceañeras, casual, elegant, formal –
any and ALL occasions. Buy her some bling without breaking the bank. Prices range from $10 to $200. Featured Gift: If she loves hearts or loves bling, this multi-heart necklace is sure to please. Matching earrings are also available. ----------------------------------- Continued on Page 39
Your Headquarters For
• Beads • Throws • Masks • Boas • Wigs • Hats • Make-Up www.fun-shop.com
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27. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ......1232 W. FM 646 28. Judges ..................................113 6th St. (San Leon) 29. Katie’s ................................................315 Grand Ave. 30. La Brisa - Bacliff..................................4001 Hwy 146 31. La Brisa - League City ....501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 32. Las Haciendas • NASA ................1020 NASA Rd. 1 33. Las Haciendas • I-45 ................12933 Gulf Freeway 34. Leila’s Mexican Restaurant....18119 Egret Bay Blvd. 35. Main 101 Grill & Bar........101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 36. Mamacita’s ..................................515 E. NASA Rd. 1 37. Mamacita’s Ballroom ..................7325 Spencer Hwy 38. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook....1304 Bayport (HWY146) 39. Mario’s Italian • Webster ..........618 NASA Parkway 40. Masa Sushi Fusion ........................977 Nasa Road 1 41. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ......................1804 W. FM 646 42. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ....18033 Upper Bay Rd. 43. Maribelle’s ..................................3136-C NASA Road 1 44. Monkey Bar......................................605 6th Street C 45. Michiru Sushi & Asian Bar..20911 Gulf Freeway, Suite A 71. Mother’s Speakeasy ....................................3505 Hwy 146 46. Outriggers ........101 Bath Ave. (Under Seabrook Bridge). 47. The Outpost ........NASA Parkway @ Egret Bay Blvd. 48. Pablo’s Pub ................................19325 Gulf Frwy #5 49. Palapa’s ..............................608 6th Street in Kemah 50. Pier 27 Tavern ..........3202 Marina Bay Blvd. Suite F 51. Press Box......................2401 Postoffice (Galveston)
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GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS: 27. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 28. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 29. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Downtown Galveston713- 629-3700 30. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . .409-765-5930 31. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 32. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 33. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand .409-765-5700 34. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 35. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . .409-766-STAR 36. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . .409-797-5114
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HOUSTON ATTRACTIONS: 39. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 40. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 41. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 42. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . .713-658-8938 43. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 44. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas .713-853-8000 45. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500
Featured Attractions 1. Space Center Houston Visit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. Applaud the accomplishments of NASA and the American manned space flight program at Space Center Houston. You will relive the past achievements of the space program and witness today's history in the making. Everything you see in the facility is realistic. Space Center Houston's creators kept in close contact with NASA to ensure the most accurate experience. Each attraction is self-guided so you can spend as much time, or as little time, in each areas as desired. Most guests spend four to six hours in the Center. Winter Operating Hours: 10am-5pm (Weekdays); 10am-6pm (Weekends) Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston tickets available at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-338-0333.
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14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY
1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673
3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431
510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200
6310 Avenue T. ............409-925-1401
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15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR
710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880
2000 NASA Parkway ....281-335-7777
One Monument Circle ......281-479-2421
2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000
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16. 1859 ASHTON VILLA
2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283
1000 FM 2004..............409-986-9500
Texas 35 and Mustang ....281-388-1134
2328 Broadway ............409-762-3933
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17. GALVESTON TROLLEY
Multiple locations around Clear Lake
806 NASA Parkway ......281-333-0579
8500 Bay Area Blvd.........281-474-2551
25th & Seawall ............409-797-3900
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A Special Guide To CLEAR LAKE & GALVESTON About the Clear Lake/Bay Area: Located midway between the skyscrapers of Houston and the beaches of Galveston, the NASA, Clear Lake/Bay Area is a unique area featuring the home of manned space flight and the third largest boating market in the nation. Although big city excitement and island beaches are each just minutes away, the Clear Lake/Bay Area has been described as the “Jewel of Houston” and is full of attractions of its own. Boating activities and water recreation provide hours of fun and relaxation in the presence of the water's natural beauty.
Surrounded by water, the land is fertile and offers lush foliage including many evergreen trees and plants. In addition to the area’s natural beauty, technology and history are woven together at the Johnson Space Center, where our nation's astronauts are trained and each manned space flight is monitored. The facility offers an official visitors center, better known as Space Center Houston. This area is also home to a surprisingly high number of quality restaurants, bars, clubs and pubs – including many overlooking the water and accessible via boat. Clear Lake is also a live music lover’s paradise with more than 40 venues offering live performances on a regular basis. The Clear Lake/Bay Area is also geared toward families with a number of amusement parks, game facilities and family festivals.
ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CENTER One of the largest urban wildlife and wilderness preserves in the U.S., Armand Bayou is home to bison, raptors, and reptiles. The Center offers a boardwalk through a woodland-pond area, a bird blind, walking trails, a late 1800s farm site, pontoon boat tours and canoe trips. Three ecosystems with over 2,500 acres of bayou, forest and prairie are refuge for more than 360 species of animals and birds. Reservations required for boat tours and canoe trips. Hours of operation Tue. through Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sun. Noon to 5 p.m. (Last admission at 4:30; gates lock at 5 p.m.) Closed Mondays. The SCENE is the official guide to the Clear Lake, Bay Area and Galveston Entertainment Districts. Look for our special Convention & Visitors Bureau racks in hotels and visitors centers.
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Believe me, I loved the blond hair I sported for 10 years, but I was beginning to get stuck in a Dolly Parton-esque time warp. Sometimes, it’s nice to have an overhaul. When my clients come in considering a drastic change with their hair, it’s so easy for me to stand behind the chair and convince them to go for it. I am not always there to see the consequences of big changes: how they feel during the process and how it changes their outlook on themselves. New haircuts and colors can have a powerful impact on you, and the way you feel about yourself. I often forget about this poignant part of the process – Well… until I did it myself.
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I don’t know what happened to me. I arrived at work one day and simply asked my co-worker to color my hair brown. I picked his chin up off the floor and tried to dissuade his disbelief by smiling largely. I told him to leave me some highlights and make the rest a rich dark brown. I was numb to it. As he placed the color on each section of hair, I felt nothing. I didn’t know what was to come. When it came time to rinse everyone stood around the bowl and poked and prodded my hair. As I was blow-drying, I thought, “Well this is what you wanted, and it’s going to be grand.” Afterwards my co-workers stood staring at me in shock and horror. I had dark brown – almost black – hair.
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My first thought was, “Hmmm.” My second was “holy S*&%!” It was done, and I just stared. I did not recognize myself and almost thought maybe it would be gone tomorrow. I caught glimpses of myself in the salon mirrors and was fascinated. I peeked around corners, shook my hair and wondered what everyone would say. As I went to bed that night I forgot about the day’s events and drifted off to sleep. The next morning I popped out of bed only to nearly scream when I saw myself in the mirror! I had a panic rise in my stomach, and I almost shed tears. What have I done?! It was still there. I analyzed it, wished I had done something different: maybe a different shade or rinsed it sooner. The blond was all gone. By about the second shampoo, the color had set in so nicely, and it was beginning to grow on me. I felt different. I couldn’t put my finger on it, but I felt empowered to have made a big decision to change my image. I love the way my clothes now contrast next to the dark hair. It was fun to change my makeup and go from the golds I used to wear to pinks and purples. People noticed that my eyes “pop” a little more. I loved hearing what people had to say. My favorite comment was, “Wow! It looks better!.” I love it now! I took a risk, and it was awesome, powerful and motivating.
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February 11- March 18: Richard Wood February 11 – April 17: “Fotofest” Fresh from the Bay, February 11: Reception for both opening exhibits, 5:50 8:30 no admission fee.The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake, (TAACCL), 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-3357777,www.taaccl.org February 20: Annual Art Gala “A Magical Evening of Arts” presented by TAACCL, at Hobby Marriott. For tickets, 281-3357777 log on for sponsorship, www.taaccl.org
February 1 – March 25: Lone Star College Kingwood & Tomball Faculty Art Exhibition.The Art Gallery – Atrium 1 – University of Houston – Clear Lake, Mon – Thu- 9am – 6pm Fri. 9am – noon, 2700 Bay Area Blvd .281-283-3311
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February 5, 6, 7: The Hollow,Clear Creek CountryTheatre,18091 NASA Parkway,Nassau Bay,281-333-5228,www.clearcountrytheatre.org
Anders, Seabrook, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net. Call to confirm holiday hours.
Freeman Memorial Library - 10:15 a.m. Book Babies on Monday,Tuesday &Wednesday 11:15 a.m.ToddlerTime on Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday - 1:15 p.m. Pre-SchoolTime 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 onThursday, 100W.Walker, League City, 281-338-4860
February 19: Leading LadiesThe Grand 1894 Opera House 2020 Postoffice,Galveston, 800-821-1894,www.thegrand.com
February 13 & 25: Bay Area Writers League, Meeting at Barnes & Nobles, Bay Area Blvd & Gulf Freeway, 7:30 no charge, www.bawl.org
February 5 - 7: “Cinderella” BayArea Houston Ballet &Theatre at University of HoustonClear Lake BayouTheatre,(buy tickets early) 281-480-1617,www.bahbt.org
February 13: Imagination Station, Free Children’sWorkshop, 10 – 11 am,TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, 281-335-7777, or tdavis@taaccl.org.
February 16: Bay Area Photo Club, 7:30 p.m.,TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway, 281335-7777, www.taaccl.org
CHILDREN’S ART
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 everyThursday, 1210
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1940 Air Terminal Museum, Hobby Airport, 713-454-1940, www.1940airterminal.org. Armand Bayou Nature Center - Open Tuesday - Saturday, 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281-474-2551, www.abnc.org Battleship Texas, State Historic Site, La Porte, 281-479-2431
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.
La Porte Library - 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays, StoryTime 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, 281471-4022, www.hcpl.net.
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February 27: TAO –The Martial Arts of Drumming,The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice, Galveston, 800-831-1894, www.thegrand.com
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February 7: Riders in the Sky,The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice, Galveston, 800-831-1894, www. Grand. .com
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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 - Open Daily 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org . Lone Star is now offering Warbird Rides, call for details.
San Jacinto Monument & Museum “Developing Houston” Photographic Treasures from the Cecil Thomas Collection at San Jacinto Monument and Museum, Dailey 9a.m. – 6 p.m. La Porte, 281-4792421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org.
Texas City Museum - Open Tuesday - Sunday - 409 6th St. N.,Texas City, 409-6435799, texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm ----------------------------
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“EXTREME MAKEOVER: HOME EDITION” DESIGNER TRACY HUTSON ADDS AUTHOR TO HER BIO I, like many thousands had the opportunity to work on the home for the Beach family in Kemah, through ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.” But I did feel an extra sense of pride to be a part of the lead committee team that started right after Thanksgiving and continued through December when the secret was still kept in, with the Lock & Key Production, aka: EM:HE staff. We worked side by side with the ABC family undercover with Blu Shield’s staff and beloved family, contractors, trade partners, and sponsors. Barbara Roberts and I worked with Dustin Pullum and his team from ABC’s EM:HE out of make-shift offices at South Shore Harbour Resort side by side daily, with locals Chiquita Taylor, Eddy Harper, Laurie Dotson, Mary Dees and Kim Woodard. It was a long-kept secret with long hours, while watching others keep even longer hours day after day. Through my eyes, it was like watching a symphony in motion, while all where achieving the goals to have the overwhelming job of having all the many components in place by the time the Braveheart march was implemented. (The Braveheart march is when the show’s blue shirted volunteers walk behind Ty and his team to surprise the heroic family that they had picked for the home makeover.) By January 7, so many of us had bonded by the time we got to the actual home building week. I realized I can keep a big secret, even after six weeks when speculation was out, and it was near the point of “hiding out” to make sure the secret was kept. We did all enjoy our secret codes, and our correspondence being dubbed 719, (the episode number). Additionally, we all were on a high spirit of volunteerism while covering our job demands. We made some good friends, not just the typical, “look at me with a celebrity”
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Sure, heartthrob Ty Pennington is the top celebrity of EM:HE and all adore him, but along with Ty are the down-to-earth design team, Michael Maloney, Paul DiMeo and the adorable Tracy Hutson. They make the show sparkle with talent. But the Hollywood cast knows it is the multitude of volunteers, sponsors and trade partners that make their designs for the home become a reality. After we moved our temp offices from South Shore to the buildsite in Kemah, we all experienced the coldest winter weather ever on the coast, (or at least in several decades) but the cold and the rain never seemed to slow the incredible masses of people. My personal interest has always been the design team, and designer Tracy Hutson was a real pleasure to meet, but also to visit with during the week she was here. Anyone who watches the Sunday night ABC show knows that Tracy works with the team on the design of each special home. I enjoyed talking to Tracy about her children and husband and her new book. By the time our wrap party came, we got to do some decompressing at T-Bone Tom’s. We shared an experience that we will always remember. The spirit of volunteerism was the highest level noted in the Clear Lake / Bay Area, and I know it will continue – the bar was set high, and it was met. While the end was near during the emotional chants of
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came over me as well. I sat quietly in my seat at the premiere of LOVERS OF HATE and watched as writer/director, Bryan
There's a certain sense of spectacle and wonder when you're 7,000 feet above sea-level in Park City, Utah, LOVERS OF HATE during the last ten days of January. As you walk down Main Street in the bitter cold, the air is thinner and your breaths shorter. Strings of light glimmer in the night and during the day, despite the weather, there's a hustle of film industry and festival goers that crowd the sidewalks. As you pass the Mary G. Steiner Egyptian Theatre and see the words “Sundance Film Festival” boldly displayed on the marquee, a sense of accomplishment Poyser, walked on stage, already tearycourses through your veins. Whether eyed. Exactly one week after getting the you're there to support your own film or call from Sundance on November 23, just to watch new innovations in inde2009, Bryan received another call informpendent filmmaking, you've found youring him that his father, Kennedy Orville self a part of an important paradigm shift Poyser, had passed away. As Bryan introin cinema. This is where new trends in duced the film and announced his dedicafilmmaking begin. tion of it to his father, the tears began to In last month's column, I introduced the flow and he forced a laugh, promising the two films I was involved in that were graaudience that it was indeed a comedy. I ciously invited to screen at this year's Sunwas particularly touched due to the fact dance. Being there and witnessing that I had met his father when he owned spectacular moments of glee and tears of a comic book shop across the street from joy as the directors of these films, caught the University of North Texas in Denton, in the limelight, reacted to all the hubbub, while I was going to college, seven or so was a real treat. Although, as a producer, I years prior to meeting Bryan. stand in the shade, that giddy feeling - Continued on Page 40
“THE VIOLENT KIND” AND “LOVERS OF HATE” PRODUCERS UNVEIL “STRIPPED” TEASE In the midst of all that was going on at Sundance, I also managed to announce, along with my producing partner, Jeffrey Allard (THE VIOLENT KIND, THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE), a new project, STRIPPED, featuring Tiffany Shepis (THE VIOLENT KIND, NIGHTMARE MAN) to be shot in Dallas in late May. Written by Justina Walford and John Wildman, the film will mark Wildman’s feature directorial debut after recently departing AFI as the Head of Press and Public Relations. Described as post-feminist horror, STRIPPED follows the events surrounding a birthday outing with two brothers and a friend which turns into a horrific fight for survival after they become trapped in a house with a “family” of malevolent women.
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First Thursdays at Dean's Credit Clothing (316 Main Street): Every first Thursday of the month, the Houston Film Commission presents award-winning, Texas made short films. Presentation is free and starts around 9 p.m., lasting about an hour. www.houstonfilmcommission.com/firstthursdays Houston Film Industry Meetup at Sherlock's River Oaks (1952-A West Gray): Every second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., mix & mingle with local area actors, producers, editors and other film industry people. www.filmind.meetup.com/254 Upstart Indie Production Workshop: Every Tuesday and Thursday, beginning January 5 through February 25, Upstart Filmworks will hold a workshop covering the entire process-from development and pre-production, including scripting and casting, through production, post-production and distribution-of making an independent film. The culmination of the workshop will feature students creating and screening their own short films. www.upstartfilmworks.net Museum of Fine Arts Screening “Third Ward Blues”: February 7, 4 p.m. The film celebrates four acclaimed blues guitarists: Albert Collins, Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown, Johnny Clyde Copeland and Joe "Guitar" Hughes, who all grew up in Houston's Third Ward. Free. www.mfah.org/films SWAMP's Start to Finish: DIY Moviemaking Under $15K Workshop at the SWAMP Offices (1519 West Main): February 9, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Instructor is director Paul Bright. Cost is $25 for members/students; $30 for the general public. www.swamp.org TXMPA Valentine's Dinner at the Houston Bell Tower (901 W 34th Street): February 14, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fundraiser. Tickets are $50. www.txmpa.org SWAMP's Business Bootcamp for Indie Producers at the SWAMP Offices (1519 West Main): February 20, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Instructor is arts accountant Robert “Rex” Schuller. Cost is $40 for members/students; $50 for the general public. www.swamp.org
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Attractive Brickland patio home on cul-de-sac lot. Wood floors in bedrooms, dining room & hallways. Tile throughout den, kitchen, entry & breakfast room. French doors to study. Stainless oven, microwave and refrigerator. Covered patio. Show & sell! ML# 59036421, $ 399,900
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Former club owners embark on new Kemah endeavor Two old crabby club owners, Alan Franks (formerly of The Seabrook Beach Club) and Paul Latour (of Junction Night Club) are working on a new project in Kemah together. This new endeavor will actually be two separate businesses; the first is a local seafood market. Alan’s Seafood Market will feature fresh and frozen seafood such as shrimp, crawfish, oysters, fish, crabs, lobster and a vast array of species in every size. There will be a variety of services available, including live bait for fishermen; a drive-thru window for pick-up orders; cooked crawfish to go; and event catering that includes crawfish and shrimp boils. With easy accessibility from Highway 146, the bright blue building can be found on the east side of Kemah bridge next to Molly’s and Ichibon’s near the Kemah Boardwalk Marina.
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The second business will be a Cajun boil house restaurant. The general concept is “Crazy Al’s Swamp Shack.” This restaurant will specialize in Cajun boiled crawfish, shrimp, crabs and lobster. Other specialty menu items will be gumbo, jumbo fried shrimp, raw oysters, baked oysters and much more. The kids will have their own menu and play area so that the adults can relax. The roof top deck overlooking the marina will surely be a favorite hang out. Alan said he would describe the decor as “something like an old rustic shack in the Louisiana swamp.” He explained, “It will be the hole-in-the wall kind of place where you can let your hair down and have some fun at a reasonable price.” For more information about Alan’s seafood market, call 281334-1445.
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Make A Difference Bay Area
Wine & Wishes at Perry’s Steakhouse
The Bay Area Chi Omega Alumnae Chapter hosted its 4th Annual Wine & Wishes in January at Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille. The community full-heartedly supported Make-A-Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana Chapter producing the most successful year ever with the culinary adventure raising more than $63,000 to grant 10 children’s wishes from this area. The 2010 financial gifts surpassed last year’s total by more than $10,000. Four of the fulfilled wishes will be for Ana D. (age 5) to meet the cast of iCarly, Hannah H. (age 5) to go on a Disney Cruise, and Noah L. (age 5) and Hunter H., (age 4) to go to Walt Disney World Resort. The atmosphere was energetic with the help from The Megatones (a five-piece blues band) and auctioneer and emcee Phil Pampolina. Guests were served a five-course wine dinner and enjoyed a live auction, big board auction, raffle and door prize drawings. Co-chairs Holly Perry and Wendy Shaw introduced the attendance of parents and grandparents of Abby O., whose
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wish was granted three years ago through “Wine & Wishes” 2007. “We want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to the great success, and we look forward to another fulfilling Wine & Wishes next year,” said Shaw. SAVE THE DATE: Wine & Wishes 2011 will be Thursday, January 20.
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VALENTINE’S DAY PRIX FIX MENU Sunday, February 14 • Open at 4pm $60 per person + tax & gratuity
Optional Course, Add $10 Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Black & Blue Tuna Escargot
Course One Seafood Gumbo Lobster Bisque
Course Two Tommy’s House Salad Grilled Wedge Caesar Salad
Course Three Sea Bass Provencal Fresh Red Fish, Crawfish Etouffee or Pontchartrain Sauce Petit Filet & Colossal Shrimp Filet Napoleon Pork Chop Above is served w/scalloped potatoes, fresh broccoli & organic baby carrots
Course Four Bread Pudding Two Chocolate-Covered Strawberries Chocolate Mousse Cake Creme Brulee
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The Scene’s Great Chefs An On-Going Series Executive Chef Chad Landry Hilton Nasa Clear Lake & The Luna Restaurant 3000 NASA Parkway • Houston • 281-333-9300 Background: I was born in Metairie, Louisiana, in 1972, and grew up with a mother who was known for her great cooking. I apprenticed under classical French Chef Bonetti at Hemingway’s in Missouri. (Chef Bonetti was a private chef for Hugh Hefner for several years.) I rose to the level of Sous Chef at Hemingway’s, and then served as chapter president for the American Culinary Federation in Springfield. My first executive chef job was at the Sheraton in Minetonka, Minnesota. I have spent the last four years as executive chef at the Hilton Nasa Clear Lake and the Luna Restaurant. Specialty: Regional modern fusion: Taking local favorites and infusing with flavors from my French, Cajun and Pacific Rim training; thus, making my food familiar, but distinctive to the local community. Signature Dish: Infusion of East meets West Coconut Chicken Salad. (Shown above.) Coconut encrusted chicken on a bed of Romaine lettuce with crumbled blue cheese, caramelized walnuts, Mandarin oranges and served with my special orange curry dressing. Have you ever prepared a meal for anyone famous or infamous? Governor of Missouri and former Attorney General John Ashcroft, Governor Mel Carnahan, and owner/CEO of Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris.
Chef Andy Zhuo
Chef Manny Viveros
Michiru Asian Sushi Bar
Tommy’s Oyster Bar
Please share one special cooking tip or technique with our readers: Enjoy what you are doing, and you will enjoy the taste of the results. And as we say in New Orleans, “Laissez Less Bon Temps Rouler!” Let the good times roll! PREVIOUSLY FEATURED
Chef Ben Chen
Chef Paul Lewis
Chef Jorge Galvan
Chef Sixto Lopez
Chef Jesus Lozoya
Chef Matt Khajehali
888 Bistro
Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille
The Flying Dutchman
The Sundance Grill
Franca’s Italian
Amadeus Italian Restaurant
Chef Oscar Salazar
Chef Roland Kyburz
Chef Daniel Green
Chef Michael Zhou
ChefBruceTrathenJr.
Chef Polo Calles
Babin’s Seafood House
South Shore Harbour Resort
Three Oaks Fine Wines
Masa Sushi Fusion
Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille
Al Capone’s Pizza Pub
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Cover Story T-bone Tom’s - Continued From Previous Page Spicy Cajun crawfish will make a return in March, depending on their availability due to the cold weather. While you're in Tom's Backyard, make sure to ask about Monday's specials, which include $5 pitchers of beer and 35 cent wings. Happy hour is Monday through Friday 5 to 7 p.m. and includes $2.25 domestic longnecks, $1.50 drafts and $1 off margaritas. Feel free
to check out the menu, specials and the Food Network episode at www.tbonetoms.com. You can also become a fan of T-bone Tom's on Facebook. So whether you stop in for the food, drinks, or just to say you've been to a famous restaurant, enjoy and make sure to tell them that The SCENE sent you.
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Cover Story
T-bone Tom’s, great food, great times & world famous Armadillo Eggs By Carmen Bates
in the kitchen. Other must-try items include their jumbo fried shrimp and homemade applepecan bread pudding. Also available for catering, you can call 281-334-2133 for additional information.
Located at 707 Hwy. 146 in Kemah, Bay Area hot spot Tbone Tom's is now hotter than ever! Combining home-style food with a laid-back atmosphere and friendly staff, T-bone's has the recipe for success.
On November 24, 2009 – exactly a year and one day after their re-opening postHurricane Ike – this eatery was featured on The Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives with Guy Fieri. "
Since first opening in the '60s as the Kemah Meat Market, T-bone Tom's has grown over the years and is now both a national and local favorite. Long-time General Manager Anna Kennedy knows all about T-bone Tom's rich history. The original owner Leonard Fitzmorris handed down the business to his son, Tom, for whom the restaurant is named. "We like to think that Tom is smiling down on this restaurant from up in heaven," said Kennedy, because they now have more customers than ever before.
"People from all over the country have stopped in to eat and told us they saw the show," said Kennedy. The three featured menu items were marinated rib-eye, homemade sausage and armadillo eggs.
This month, current owners Barry and Melissa Terrell are celebrating their 11th anniversary of ownership, and believe that it is all about serving the best quality food possible. "Hands-down, our Chicken Fried Steak is a customer favorite," said Kennedy. Patrons can find lunch and dinner specials Monday through Friday which include home-style cooking and recipes made from scratch daily
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The customer base is not the only thing that has grown over the past 35 years. Kennedy explained that their building itself has expanded as well. It is now twice the size it once was as a meat market, and there is also the additional outdoor patio known as "Tom's Backyard." Customers can enjoy their food and the weather under the largest palapa in Texas, while relaxing and listening to live bands Wednesday through Sunday evenings starting in March and running through October. - Continued on Next Page
FEBRUARY 2010
SCENE Editor named to Clear Lake Area Chamber Board of Directors SCENE Magazine editor and Bay Area Media Services (BAMS) co-founder Betsey Ennis was recently appointed to serve on Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors. “I am proud to have been selected to serve on the board,” Ennis said. “I have had the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with the chamber on various events over the years dating back to before we launched our own company in 1998.
“This chamber is one of the most active and aggressive volunteer organizations in the community, and I look forward to more actively assisting its efforts to stimulate and retain the business community, attract new business, maintain a high quality of life for residents and appeal to visitors and tourists.” Learn more about the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at www.clearlakearea.com.
Seen by The SCENE: 2010 QUASAR AWARD BANQUET An impressive line-up of politicians, community leaders and local business owners came together late last month to honor Texas State Representative Craig Eiland at the Bay Area Houston’s Economic Partnership’s (BAHEP) annual Quasar Award Banquet at the South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center in League City. Eiland was presented The Quasar Award, which is given each year to an outstanding individual who has contributed greatly to the economic wealth and diversity of the Bay Area Houston region. The selection of Eiland was in acknowledgment of his steadfast leadership in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike and in appreciation of his legislative accomplishments in championing the restoration of one of the region’s greatest resources, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.
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February 2010 ..........South Belt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston 13 ............Seen by The SCENE: 2010 Quasar Award 14 ....................................Cover Story: T-bone Tom’s 15................Seen by The SCENE: EMHE Wrap Party 16 ....................................The SCENE’s Great Chef’s 18 ......Make A Difference Bay Area: Wine & Wishes 20....Former club owners embark on new endeavor 23 ........Arts: Lights...Camera...Action: Film Column 24........................Arts: SCENE Cultural Arts Column 25......................Arts: SCENE Cultural Arts Calendar 26 ............................SCENE Style: Drastic Measures 29 - 36 ......Weekends on the Water (8 Page Guide) 37 ..........................................Valentine’s Gift Guide
38..................Introducing Aja Nail Spa & Joya Julez - - - - - - FLIP SIDE - - - FLIP SIDE - - - FLIP SIDE- - - - - 42....New Club & Pub Report: Dempsey’s Sports Pub 42 ................Seen by The SCENE: King’s Cake Party 44, 45....................................Texas Beer Enthusiast 45 ........................Saint Arnold One Pot Showdown 47 ........................Martini Madness: The Davenport 48, 49, 50 ............The SCENE’s Live Music Coverage 52 ............................................Featured Bartender 53 & 52......................................Happy Hour Guide 55 ............................Cover Story: Chelsea Wine Bar 56 ................Upcoming Events: Krewes into Kemah
Front Cover: T-BONE TOM’S • Back Cover: CHELSEA WINE BAR
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PLATO CORAZON --> 4 jumbo grilled shrimp w/ mixed vegetables served w/rice, charro beans, pico de gallo, chile con queso, guacamole & fresh tortillas + sopapillas.
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Tricia's Valentine Dinner Buffet Live entertainment in the private dining room. Reservations required.
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GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! OPEN 7 DAYS ’TIL 2AM! 707 HWY. 146 IN KEMAH • 281-334-2133 (SOUTH
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KEMAH/SEABROOK BRIDGE) • www.tbonetoms.com
Kemah’s Very Own Neighborhood Restaurant KITCHEN OPEN ’TIL 2AM ON FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Not Your Ordinary Greek Restaurant Daily Specials • Full Bar • Outdoor Patio
WEDNESDAYS
MONDAY STEAK NIGHT, 5-10PM • $11.95 12 oz. Ribeye & Primerib $22.95 10oz Filet Mignon • Bottomless Greek Salad • Loaded Baked Potatoes • Bottomless Soup Du Jour $1.95
HOT BOILED SHR $9.95/LB
SNOWCRAB $10.95/LB
THURSDAY PASTA NIGHT, 6-11:30PM
BAKKHUS-STYLE MUSHROOMS, POTATOES, CORN & SAUSAGE
Introducing Bottomless Pasta Thursdays: NEW! • Choose Chicken, Greek Meatballs or Gyro • Choose your sauce: Marinara, Alfredo or Aiglio tossed in Angel Hair $10.95 Greek Nights will return in • Includes Bottomless Salad & Bread
Sunday Brunch
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HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri 11am-7pm
• Delicious Menu Items! 10am-3pm • $6.95 All-U-Can-Eat Pancakes • $3 Mimosas ~ Bloody Marys ~ Screwdrivers
If you can’t fly to Greece for VALENTINE’S DAY, come to BAKKHUS! Special Valentines menu offered February 11-14
Don’t forget, our entire menu is available for delivery at
www.MyTakeOutWaiter.com Congratulations Steve and Liz Pauli, winners of the 1st Annual Greece Trip Giveaway! Contest returns June 1st.
605 A 6TH ST • KEMAH • 11AM–12AM DAILY 281-538-1800 • WWW.BAKKHUSTAVERNA.COM
(JUST SECONDS FROM THE BOARDWALK IN THE LIGHTHOUSE DISTRICT)
JAPANESE RESTAURANT
@ FUSION on THURSDAYS FREE PROMO FOR THE LADIES* @ SAKE BAR on TUES & WED: SINGLES NIGHT & $1 HOT SAKE* * Promotions begin at 4:30 p.m. on specified days. Ask about details and stipulations
Ask about our
Valentine’s Day Plate Specials and our
Flavored Martinis & Mojitos LIVE MUSIC
Messengers of Love Wed 6-9 • Sun 11-2
B REAKFAST S ERVED D AILY 8 AM -N OON (Clear Lake Only)
We serve FRESH FISH flown in from California daily! Every Tues & Thurs: Special fish flown in from Honolulu
HAPPY HOUR Mon - Fri 3-7pm
COME TO MASA SUSHI & CELEBRATE
Valentine’s Day! CHAMPAGNE PROMOTION * Promotion begins at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14 only. Ask about details & stipulations.
Lunch Specials Every Day! FUSION
SAKE BAR
11am to 3:30pm
$3.75 RITAS $1.75 DRAFTS (DOMESTIC)
DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS Fiesta Room Available! or We Will Cater to You!
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, NEAR OFFICE DEPOT)
(SUITE R, NEAR HEB IN DICKINSON)
281-486-9888
281-337-1288
EL JARDIN: 7849 HARRISBURG • 713-921-3633
LEAGUE CITY:
2951 Marina Bay Dr., Suite 500 281-334-7914 281-538-3352
SEABROOK:
3659 NASA Pkwy, Suite A 281-532-3260 281-532-2964
Bring your Sweetie to Mely’s for a Treat!
Valentine’s Day & Eve
• 1 small Chile con Queso • Dominique for Two
(includes beef, chicken & shrimp fajitas for 2)
• 2 Tres Leches Cake • 2 Strawberry Ritas
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Valid Feb. 13-14 only. No substitutions. Regular price: $62.74
THURSDAYS
: TOP SHELF R I T AS SPECIALS O N REGULAR & FLAVORED
HAPPY HOUR: 11AM-7PM MOJITOS & RITAS (SEABROOK M-F) (LEAGUE CITY M-TH)
BREAKFAST SAT & SUN: 8-11AM (BOTH LOCATIONS)
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