JAPANESE SAKE BAR 6 Year Anniversary!
50% OFF ENTIRE BILL
MARCH 18 • 4-10 P.M. at Masa Sushi Sake Bar * Includes alcohol. Dine-in only, at Sake Bar. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
MASA SUSHI SAKE BAR
1804 W. FM 646 (SUITE R, NEAR HEB IN DICKINSON)
281-337-1288
Kemah’s Very Own Neighborhood Restaurant & Bar
• Craft Beer • Signature Cocktails • Greek/American Eats
! Get Us Delivered
Happy Hour • Mon-Fri • 11a-7p
MONDAY • STEAK NIGHT • 5-10p 13: Ribeye, Center Cut Sirloin, Prime Rib or Chicken Fried Ribeye
$
Includes bottomless salad, loaded potato & $2 bottomless French onion soup
TUESDAY • 50% OFF WINE LIST Valid ALL DAY on every bottle. More than 50 selections!
WEDNESDAY • BOIL’EM UP!
Hot Boiled Shrimp or Snow Crab $7.99/lb
THURSDAY • BOTTOMLESS PASTA • $11 includes All-You-Can-Eat salad and garlic bread
SUNDAY BRUNCH • 10a to 2p
• Delicious menu items! • $5 All-U-Can-Eat pancakes • $3 Mimosas ~ Bloody Marys ~ Screwdrivers
605 A 6TH ST • KEMAH • 281-538-1800 WWW.BAKKHUSTAVERNA.COM
CRAWFISH ARE HERE !
Since 1974
Steakhouse Restaurant
LIVE MUSIC!
Fri., 3/1 ....................................Ezra Charles Sat., 3/2 ......................................Navigators Sun., 3/3 ............................Chad Ware Band Tues., 3/5 ................................Mark Mireles Wed., 3/6 ..........................Dennis Davis Trio Thurs., 3/7..........................Grateful Geezers Fri., 3/8 ............................................Line-Up Sat., 3/9 ......................Sheila Marshall Band Sun., 3/10 ....................Shane Barnhill Band Tues., 3/12 ................................Brian Burns Wed., 3/13 ..............................Gulf Coasters Thurs., 3/14 ..........................Frozen Gringos Fri., 3/15 ..................................Dreamsicles Sat., 3/16 ....................................Navigators Sun., 3/17 ..................Thom Sheppard Band Tues., 3/19 ................................Southbound Wed., 3/20........................Songwriters Night Thurs., 3/21 ..............Tommy Alverson Band Fri., 3/22 ................................Pride And Joy Sat., 3/23 ..................................Trial By Fire Sun., 3/24 ................................Driving Dixie Tues., 3/26 ......................Griffers And Shills Wed., 3/27..........................Chad Ware Band Thurs., 3/28........................Grateful Geezers Fri., 3/29 ..............................Peewee Bowen Sat., 3/30....................................Crossroads Sun., 3/31 ..................Sheila Marshall Band Tues., 4/2 ..................................Robert Frith Wed., 4/3..............................John Reno Duo Thurs., 4/4..........................Grateful Geezers Fri., 4/5 ....................................Ezra Charles Sat., 4/6 ..................................Hanna's Reef Sun., 4/7 ........................Davin James Band
MONDAY NIGHTS
WINGS & $6 DOM PITCHERS Valid in Tom’s Backyard only.
HAPPY HOUR & A HALF: Mon-Fri • 5-6:30PM 99¢ Fish or Shrimp Taco 99¢ Sausage Poke 99¢ Dom Draft $3 Dom Half Pitchers $6 Dom Pitchers $1.49 Vegas Shrimp Cocktail
LUNCH SPECIALS ONLY $7.99 • 11AM-2PM
Mon ............Chicken Fried Steak Tues ............Beef Tips & Noodles Wed ........Smothered Pork Chops Thurs ......Southern Fried Chicken Fri ............Southern Fried Catfish
DINNER SPECIALS
Mon ..............Hamburger Steak Tues ........................Prime Rib Wed ..Fried or Grilled Pork Chops Thurs ............All-U-Can-Eat Ribs Fri ....Jumbo Fried Shrimp Dinner
EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS
COME IN TO T-BONE’S...
GUY FIERI HAS! FEATURED ON THE FOOD NETWORK’S “DINERS, DRIVE-INS & DIVES W/GUY FIERI”
OPEN 7 DAYS ’TIL 2AM! LIVE MUSIC 6 DAYS A WEEK!
LIKE US!
707 HWY. 146 IN KEMAH • 281-334-2133 (SOUTH
OF
KEMAH/SEABROOK BRIDGE) • www.tbonetoms.com
www.fit2Bscene.com to order! For 1 FREE sample, text “SPARK ME” to 281-386-6339 or email spark@scenelive.net to learn more Independent Advocare Distributor #120614886
THE SCENE IS THE OFFICIAL ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE TO THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA
March 2013 ...........South Belt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston 10 ....................Cover Story: South Shore Grille 14........................................Feature: Nic’s Pizza 17 ..............Featured Chef: Peter @ Pomodoro’s 18-19 ..........................SBS: Epicurean Evening 20 ..................................Cultural Arts Calendar 21 ....................................Arts: ArtWalk & more 22 ........................Featured Artist: Jason White 24 ..........................Fit 2B SCENE: Emily Barnes 25 ......Featured Smoothies • Smoothie Shoppe 26 ..............Fit Column: Get Sun. Get Hydrated • ................................Weekends on the Water • ............................................Map: Attractions • ..............................................Event Calendar • ............Event Preview: League City Uncorked • ............................Map: Where to Eat & Drink
• ..Event Preview: Clear Lake Crawfish Festival • ......................New Restaurant: Bubba Gump • ........................On The Water: Sailing Classes 35 ..................Shopping: Fox Den Surf-N-Skate 39 ..............Fashion & Fitness help Non-profits - - - - FLIP SIDE - - - 41 ..........Seen by the SCENE: Fatty’s & Bakkhus 50-51..............................Texas Beer Revolution 48..................Seen by the SCENE: T-bone Tom’s 47 ..................Featured Band: Born From Ruins 46 ....................Featured Musician: Tim Huston 49........Featured Bartender: Mac @ Cock & Bull 52-53 ..................................Happy Hour Guide 55 ..................Cover Story: Dempsey’s Irish Grill 56, 45, 43 ........Loose Notes: Local Live Music
Front Cover: SOUTH SHORE GRILLE • Back Cover: DEMPSEY’S IRISH GRILL
THE SCENE
9
MARCH 2013
SOUTH SHORE GRILLE:
THE AMERICAN GRILLE WITH A CUBAN FLAIR By Rhonda Meredith South Shore Grille, located at 2800 Marina Bay Drive in League City, is celebrating its first decade of serving their flavorsome American Grille cuisine with a Cuban flair. “Ten years of service to my community, leaves me full of pride,” said owner Mickey Wooten. “I have had such an opportunity to serve so many wonderful neighbors. The challenges have been many; but the rewards are measured by the return of such loyal customers. It is flattering to say the least.” The popular restaurant is decorated throughout with select coastal pieces of art for sale from Pat O'Brien of Kemah's Eagle's Nest Gallery. Coupled with the chic art and coastal decor, the restaurant has a clubby feel complete with thick, dark mahogany booths, rich paneling, and etched decorator glass. The setting enhances your dining experience. The spacious outdoor dining patio is a fun place to sit. Just in time to mark this milestone, South Shore Grille has added items to their already vast and delectable menu. The new menu items destined to become customer favorites are the hearty Lentil and Sausage Soup, flavorful Chili Con Queso Con Carne, Redfish Ponchartrain (light cream sauce of mushrooms, red pepper, shrimp and crabmeat over a chargrilled redfish fillet), a tasty Parmesan Crusted Trout, a lightly seasoned Pasta D’Angelo, delicious Pan Seared Oysters, a classic Greek salad, and the Shrimp and Oyster Po-boys. Tried and true menu choices that are sure to please are the Marina Bay Hot Seafood Dip, Stuffed Jalapeños, Prime Salad Dinner, Chicken Salad Dinner, Seafood Salad Louie, Cuban Fish Tacos, Crab Cake Duvalle, Cuban Chicken Melt, the certified Angus steak signature Prime Rib, Caribbean Grouper, Atlantic Salmon, and grilled Mahi Mahi. Top off your dining experience with an Island Brownie Decadence or the Cuban Bread Pudding.
THE SCENE
The experienced and attentive wait staff are ready to assist you in finding the perfect dinner beverage to complement your meal. South Shore Grille serves a wide variety of martinis, as well as mojitos and other fine mixed drinks. Their wine, beer and spirits list is extensive and enticing. "We want everyone who visits South Shore Grille to feel at home, whether in our bar, our main dining area or under the awning in our outdoor patio setting," says Wooten. “Our philosophy is simple: If you don't come into The Grille already a friend, you're bound to leave that way." "The Bay Area is home to me and my family, and has been for many years," says Wooten. Giving back to the community is important to him. South Shore Grille has partnered with Clear Creek I.S.D. to fund two annual educational scholarships of $5,000 for CCISD seniors. To be considered, students must have a minimum “B” average, show leadership, volunteerism, and write a compelling essay on how they will give back to their community after graduation. Contact Kaci Harrison, the Executive Director for the CCISD Education Foundation at 281-284-0031 for details. Wooten also maintains involvement with the R.J.H. Foundation’s “Salute To Heroes” annual event held each June at South Shore Harbour Resort. The foundation is named after Ray Joseph Hutchinson, a graduate of Clear Creek High School, who died in Iraq serving his country. South Shore Grille is open Mondays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. for lunch and dinner. The venue also offers a private dining room for up to 25 people for a truly exceptional group dining experience. It’s the perfect setting for a family outing or office get-together. Visit www.soshoregrille.com or call 281334-7700 for further information.
10
MARCH 2013
VOTED BEST LUNCH SPOT, BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT, BEST SERVICE
SEAFOOD STEAKS BURGERS SALADS FISH TACOS
• • • • •
HAPPY HOUR M-F 4-7PM $3.50 MARTINIS; $1 OFF: WELLS, WINE, BEER & CALLS
T HE A MERICAN G RILLE with a Cuban Flair
2800 MARINA BAY DR. | LEAGUE CITY | 281-334-7700 Open for Lunch & Dinner • Mon-Sat 11am-10pm • www.soshoregrille.com • Where Locals Dine THE SCENE
11
MARCH 2013
Join Our Networks John
PUBLISHER
John Ennis EDITOR
Betsey
Betsey Ennis SALES MANAGER
Find The SCENE on Facebook, Myspace, Twitter & YouTube
Heather Llanes LEAD WRITER / COLUMNIST
Heather
Rhonda Meredith PHOTOGRAPHER / COLUMNIST
and you could win dinner for two, find out about special SCENE-sponsored events and enjoy exclusive content not found in print.
Andy Eng SALES & MARKETING
Andy
Rae Drady Shannon Alexander Maricarmen Foster
www.theSCENEmagazine.com
Published by BAY AREA MEDIA SERVICES
ART DEPARTMENT
Rhonda
Studio: ..........281-326-2439 Fax:......281-326-0570 (New) E-mail: betsey@scenelive.net Web: ..........www.bams.biz
Joe DeFlora COLUMNISTS & WRITERS
www.SCENElive.net
Domino
Peggy “Domino” Taylor Sue Mayfield Geiger Kelley Dawson Rick Hunter Twila Lindblade Adam Donaghey
We are growing & expanding!! Shannon
The SCENE is looking for high-energy sales professionals who like to have fun and promote area businesses. E-mail resume & intro letter:
betsey@scenelive.net
MOBILE DEVICE ISSUU MOBILE App for Android phones is available now! There has been more than 130,000 installs since the release. The iPhone/iPad/Pod Touch App is awaiting Apple approval. Visit www.scenelive.net to learn more.
MARCH 2013
Sue
Adam
12
Twila
Rae
Kelley
Joe THE SCENE
Flip thru every issue on your
THE SCENE
13
MARCH 2013
NICK'S PIZZA AND GELATO:
Tempting Dishes Made Fresh Every Day By Rhonda Meredith Conveniently located at 210 South Highway 3 (at FM 518) in League City, Nick’s Pizza & Gelato guarantees only delicious food and dependable services because their patrons deserve nothing less. “We have been here for over two years, so we know what it takes to please every customer,” said General Manager Stephen Moshtagh. “You will come in hungry and leave with a smile on your face and a full stomach.” Grilled Panini Tina (thinly sliced Parma Proscuito, fresh water mozzarella, sliced tomato with pesto mayonnaise.)
Enjoy complimentary bread and seasoned oil while perusing their extensive menu. Appetizers abound like Fried Mozzarella, Stuffed Mushroom Caps (huge mushrooms are stuffed with fresh crab meat, spinach, green onion, and Italian seasoned breadcrumbs, then topped with a creamy Alfredo sauce, sprinkled with fresh crab meat and chopped Roma tomatoes), Nick’s Signature Fritto Mixto (fried calamari, shrimp and zucchini with a special sauce,) or Soup di Giorno. The Caesar or Greek salads could be considered a starter or a full dinner just like the Caprese Salad or Insalada Gorgonzola. The pasta dishes and entrees include Spaghetti Carbonara, Fettuccine Alfredo, Linguine in red or white clam sauce, Shrimp al Diablo, Spaghetti a la Nick (spaghetti sautéed in olive oil, garlic mushrooms, sausage and meatballs in a marinara sauce), Veal Piccata or Scalopini, and Penne Arrabiata (penne pasta sauteed in a spicy marinara sauce with grilled chicken) are just a few of the choices. The ricotta calzones are made to perfection, as are the grilled paninis. Popular paninis are the Italian Hero, Grilled Portabella Nella (grilled portabella mushrooms with roasted bell peppers, fresh mozzarella cheese and sundried tomato spread), Grilled Chicken Dominic (grilled chicken breast topped with Asiago cheese and chopped tomatoes on Ciabatta bread), and the
Crowning Nick’s menu are the scrumptious pizzas. The chefs at Nick’s hand toss each of the restaurant’s authentic Brooklyn-style pizzas. Choose a cheese only, Veggi, Super Veggi (cauliflower, onions, broccoli, green and black olives, mushroom, tomatoes, bell pepper, artichoke, and spinach), Quattro Formaggi (ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, and provolone cheeses), Margarita, Greek, Pesto or Alfredo Chicken, Meat Lovers, or Supreme. Save room for dessert and enjoy delicious scoops of ice cream or gelato, cannoli, or a slice of tiramisu (a luscious cake with layers of ladyfingers, dusted with cocoa powder, drizzled with chocolate sauce and top with a Maraschino cherry), or Italian cheesecake. Gelato is Italy's version of American ice cream, but is a bit richer and creamier. Your cravings will be satisfied. Lunch and dinner are served in a cozy atmosphere by servers who want to make your visit memorable. Call 281-554-6000 for to-go or delivery orders. Delivery hours are Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Your satisfaction is their top priority.
MARKET
Live Music!
Fresh Olives ~ Cheeses ~ Spices Pita Bread ~ Dried Fruits & Nuts Olive Oil & Imported Chocolates
Every Friday and Saturday by Mickey Hobbs / Kevin Johnson + Belly Dancer performances Fridays & Saturdays at 7 & 8 pm
CAFE Gyros ~ Falafel ~ Hummus ~ Paella Kabobs ~ Moussaka ~ Grape Leaves Pastas (Shrimp, Pesto, Primavera) Segafredo Coffees ~ Baklava ~ Tiramisu
**NEW**
Johnson Space Center
281-333-3180
Mon.-Thurs. 9 am-9 pm • Fri & Sat 9 am-10 pm Closed Sundays
www.mediterraneomarket.com
18033 Upper Bay Rd., Nassau Bay
Hilton Upper Bay Rd.
I-45
NASA Rd. 1
Space Center Drive
Dark Chocolate Tart w/Almond Crust
Flavors of the Mediterranean
★ MEDITERRANEO Market & Cafe
FREE Wi Fi!
WE CATER PRIVATE PARTIES. BOOK YOURS TODAY!
THE SCENE
14
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE
15
MARCH 2013
1002 Aspen Road Clear Lake Shores, Tx 77565 281-334-5225 OpusBistro.net
THE SCENE
16
MARCH 2013
The Scene’s Great Chefs An On-Going Series Chef
Peter Webb
Pomodoro’s NASA 1303 NASA Pkwy • Nassau Bay Background: Chef Peter Webb became interested in cooking at 12 years old. His mother taught him how to cook when he was very young. Experience: He attended Houston’s own Culinary Institute LeNôtre, under Alain & Marie LeNôtre, where he graduated third in his cooking class. He has been a cook, sous chef, chef, as well as a kitchen manager. Chef Webb says that by working in all of these positions, he learned the value of a great kitchen staff. Cooking Italian: What Chef Webb loves most about Italian food is the homemade pasta and the rich, flavorful sauces. Signature Dish: Pomodoro’s features unique weekend specials. Try the Stuffed Porkchop with Balsamic reduction or the Grouper Almondine over risotto.
show “Future Weapons,” and he enjoyed a great meal.
Have you cooked for anyone famous? Chef Webb says he has had the pleasure of cooking for Richard "Mack" Machowicz, a local resident and former Navy SEAL, who is the host of the Discovery Channel and Military Channel
Please share a special cooking tip or technique to share with our readers. When making risotto, make sure you constantly stir for 20 minutes. It won't fail and people will keep asking for more.
PREVIOUSLY FEATURED
Chef Jason Strickland
Chef Chris Simon
Chef Roland Kyburz
Chef Michael Zhou
Chef Robert Hicks
Chef Felipe Gonzales
Signature Bistro
Opus Bistro
South Shore Harbour Resort
Masa Sushi Fusion
Mainly Drinks
Casper’s Billiards
THE SCENE
17
MARCH 2013
Seen by The SCENE:
2013 EPICUREAN EVENING A TASTE OF SPACE @ SPACE CENTER HOUSTON
Photos by Andy Eng
2013 Epicurean Evening Winners OUT OF THIS WORLD AWARD:....Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant PARTICIPANT'S CHOICE AWARD: ..Aquarium Boardwalk Fantasea CREATIVITY OF BOOTH: 1st: Clear Creek Vineyard; 2nd: TIE – Galveston Pleasure Pier and Cadillac Bar; 3rd: TIE – Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack and Red River BBQ PRESENTATION OF FOOD: 1st: Aquarium Boardwalk Fantasea; 2nd: Nothing Bundt Cakes; 3rd: Cosmo’s Bakery & Deli OVERALL SHOWMANSHIP: 1st: Pod-Zu’s Cajun Cuisine; 2nd: T-Bone Tom’s / Tookie’s; 3rd: Hope Village Cafe
Special thanks to Paparazzi Houston for helping host The SCENE’s booth at Epicurean Evening again this year. Visit www.paparazzi houston.com to learn how to make the guests at your next event the *stars* with a stand-alone photo booth.
ART
March 1 & 2: “ArtWalk by The Bay” 6 to 9 p.m. Fri. and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat. on La Porte’s Historical Main Street, artconsortium.org, 281-907-3140 (See Art Column for details) March 8: Deadline for artists for Bay Area Houston Arts Festival, April 27 & 28, presented by TAACCL, to register contact cfischer@taaccl.org or 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org
March 11-14: Art for Kids “Bricks 4 Kids.” Ages 6 to 12 9am to noon Spring Break Camp at Butler Longhorn Museum 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com (for other events at BLM see Museums)
March 18: Lakeview Guild Meeting. 3rd Monday each month 7 p.m., Selling raffle tickets to win a quilt, check website for location, for more info, email; info @lakeviewquiltersguild.org, www.lakeviewquiltersguild.org
PHOTOGRAPHY
March 7 & 21: Bay Area Photo Club, Butler Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281332-1393 president@bayareaphotoclub.org, www.bayareaphotoclub.org
MUSIC & FILM
March 16: Bay Area Bluegrass Show; with White Dove, Cypress Creek Band, Almost Heaven 7 p.m. Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, baba.org
March 17: Rob Landes 4 p.m. March 30: Billy Dean & Jimmy Fortune, of Statler Brothers 8 p.m. The Grand, 2020 Post Office, Galveston, thegrand.com, toll free 1-800-821-1894
THEATRE
March 1-10: Grace & Glory, March 22- April 14: Dividing Estates Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m., Bay Area Harbour Playhouse 3803 Hwy. 3 Dickinson, bayareaharbourplayhouse.com 281-337-SHOW March 1- 10: Plaza Suite, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m.
THE SCENE
Sun. 2:30 p.m. at Clear Creek Country Theatre 18091 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, clearcountrycreektheatre.org 382-335-5228
March 15- 31: Funny Money, Thurs., Fri., Sat. 8 p.m. & Sun. 3 p.m., Pasadena Little Theatre 4318 Allen Genoa Rd., Pasadena pasadenalittletheatre.org 713-941-1758
CHILDREN’S ART Library Story Times for Children Evelyn Meador Library (Pre- K): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Wednesday morning, 281-4749142, www.hcpl.net
E
ARTS
EN SC
CULTURAL ARTS CALENDAR
Armand Bayou Nature Center: Open Tuesday - Saturday, Sunset Cruise 6 p.m. Breakfast on Bayou 8 a.m. Ages 5 to adult, Reservations required on events, 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281-474-2551, www.abnc.org
Battleship Texas, State Historic Site: 3255 Highway 134, La Porte, 281-479-2431
Butler Longhorn Museum: League City, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com March 2: One Pot Cook-Off, 1-4 p.m. March 28: Book Review with author Renee Palmer Armstrong 6:30 to 9 p.m. 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. Galveston Railroad Museum: Train Rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, Galveston,
www.galvestonmuseum.com 409-765-5700 Freeman Memorial Library: Book Babies on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at 10:15 a.m.; Toddler Time on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. ~ Special Displays: In conjunction with the Gulf Coast Film Festival, monthly displays and presentations on books about films, film history and the art of film making. 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Call for more information, 281-488-1906. www.hcpl.net
Helen Hall Library: Toddlers on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.; Pre-K Story time on Thursday at 1 p.m.; 100 W. Walker, League City
La Porte Library: Tuesday is Story Time with Mr. Mark at 10:15 a.m.; Thursdays are with Mr. D. at 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Arts on Wednesdays at 3:15 p.m.; 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 281-471-4022, www.hcpl.net
MUSEUMS
1940 Air Terminal Museum: Hobby Airport, 713-454-1940, 1940airterminal.org
20
League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281554-2994. 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, www.oneroomschoolhouse.org
Lone Star Flight Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org ~ Warbird rides available.
Moody Gardens: 24-hour animal webcam, Galveston Moody Gardens, www.moodygardens.com, 800-582-4673 San Jacinto Monument & Museum: Daily 9a.m. to 6 p.m.; La Porte, 281-4792421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
Texas City Museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday; 409 6th Street N., Texas City, 409643-5799, www.texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm
MARCH 2013
Historic Main Street in La Porte comes alive with art once a month with The ArtWalk By The Bay. The La Porte art exhibit and festival has now been extended to include the first Saturday of each month. The ArtWalk is sponsored and supported by the non-profit Art Consortium of the Texas Gulf Coast. It is good that ArtWalk will continue to be a Friday night event in La Porte, but now even better that art lovers can now enjoy local and regional art on the following Saturday as well. Artists and artisans gather on Main Street around Mainly Drinks and other local businesses in the area to showcase their works of art. Visitors will enjoy the historic and quaint feel of La Porte’s Main Street, as there are several unique shops and restaurants to choose from. As always, admission is free to the public, and there is no charge for artists to display their work. Now that is a win-win for all! ArtWalk By The Bay is held on the first Friday of each month from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. March ArtWalk By The Bay will be held on March 1 and 2. For more information or for artists wanting to display work, call Rebecca Collins at 281-907-3140.
ARTS
E SC
By Domino Taylor
EN
ArtWalk By The Bay Kicks-Off New Dates
nights at the 2nd St. Gallery at 15091/2 2nd Street in Seabrook. 2nd St. Gallery is a member art gallery for the Art Consortium of the Texas Gulf Coast. The gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Pet lovers will enjoy the new classes as they could have a memorable painting of their beloved pet. Both beginners and more advanced artists are welcome to participate. Each session is five weeks in length. Sterling’s next class will start on March 28. For more information, call 281-907-3140.
-----------------------------------------------------
The Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake Announces Deadlines For artists and artisans to participate in the upcoming Bay Area Houston Art Festival, deadline is March 8. To be a part of this event is just an application away. To register for jury submission, please email cfischer@taaccl.org or mail TAACCL at 2437 Bay Area Blvd. #115, Houston, TX 77058. The Bay Area Houston Art Festival will be held April 27 and 28 at Nassau Bay Hilton. TAACCL’s office manager Cindy Fisher stated, “Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this event to enrich the community through display, exhibition, demonstration and creation of art.” For more info, call TAACCL at 281-335-7777.
-----------------------------------------------------
Art Consortium Announces Pet Portrait Classes with Artist Brian Sterling The Art Consortium of the Texas Gulf Coast is starting new classes with local artist Brian Sterling. Sterling is an award-winning artist whose work is currently on display at 2nd Street Gallery in Seabrook, has also shown his work at Watson Gallery in Houston, Mainly Drinks and Main 101 in La Porte. One of his historical portraits of Sam Houston was purchased by and is on display at Sam Houston State University. (Go ‘Kats!)
“St. Patty’s Day Porch Party”
Sterling offers classes in pet and people portraits on Thursday
All Day
Sunday, March 17
Tookie’s Annual Crawfish Boil Coming soon!!
HAPPY HOUR
Mon - Fri 4-6:30 pm
W h a t ’s N e w ? Try our Home-made
Chili! J oin us for M a r c h M a d ne s s !
#TOOKIE’S
281-942-9334
1202 BAYPORT BLVD. • SEABROOK THE SCENE
21
MARCH 2013
E
ARTS
EN
Tie-Dye Troubadour
SC
Featured Artist: Jason White
By Kelley Dawson Bay Area tie-dye artist, Jason White specializes in traditional and unique, custommade designs. He crafts ancient art patterns that are centuriesold as well as his own creations. White offers his tie-dye artistry on a variety of wearable items and tapestries. “If it’s white cotton, I can dye it,” he stated. White guarantees the tie-dyes are done in the “Dead Family tradition.” White sold tie-dye outside Grateful Dead shows before he started making it himself. “To make more money, I needed to make my own,” he said. Thus, White sought out to learn the art of tie-dye. While visiting Galveston, he met tie-dye artists Joe and Jennifer Luther. According to White, they were the sole artists of their kind selling handmade hemp and tie-dye wears along the beach at that time. White and Joe Luther recognized one another from the Grateful Dead tours. White asked to learn how to make tie-dye. Luther agreed but insisted that White learn the “hard way.” White assisted by carrying water buckets, mixing dyes and wringing out t-shirts and fabrics. He said he learned from the “Kung-Fu-Tie-Dye Master.” Fifteen years later, White is running Texifornia Tye-Dyes. He’s creating his own designs and selling them online along with his girlfriend Mosey Giroux and partner Blake Plsek. White’s designs range from ancient mandalas to modern guitars. White’s works have come a long way from the common tie-dye spiral patterns associated with the 1960s. He decided to get out of the traditional patterns and created his own. “My guitars are very rare designs,” White remarked. “They set me apart from other artists.”
off.” White said the details are more complex than the tie-dyes of the 1960s. White explained the process begins with presoaking the fabric in soda ash and wringing out. Depending on the design, White said he draws a design onto the fabric. Then, he folds the fabric and wraps with string to create the “lines.” White stated he usually folds all day. He joked, “It’s like baking cookies. It’s easier to do 12 at a time.” Next, White mixes the dyes and injects the color with needles “one drop at a time to place the color right where I want it. “It allows for more accuracy over other techniques,” he added. The fabric generally sets overnight and dries in the morning sun. Finally, White opens the designs and rinses them three to four times to prevent bleeding. White admitted he’s sometimes surprised how the patterns turn out.
He added the process is “real work and can take days to pull
- Continued on Page 23
THE SCENE
22
MARCH 2013
Featured Artist: Jason White • Cont. From Page 22
NOAH’S ARK
He said he studies the angles and aspects of the folds. White noted, “It’s like cutting snowflakes out of paper.” He stated he also learns from each project and has determined what he may see as a mistake is simply something he wasn’t expecting.
Restaurant 4438 Boulevard Bacliff, 77518 281-339-2895
Recently, White joined forces with the Morphis Art Collective. He stretches dye pieces for paintings. White proudly shared that it has given him recognition in the art community as an artist and not ”just a maker of clothes.” White is also a musician and member of the local band, Mama Tried. He sells his pieces at their shows. Find Mama Tried at Cabo on Monday nights or view more of White’s wearable art and tapestries online at https://www.facebook.com/texifornia.tyedyes or call 832883-1603.
OPEN 7 DAYS BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
SUNDAY: BREAKFAST BUFFET
Say good-bye to discomfort • Hello! Energy & Health Preserve your Body & the Environment Naturally with
8am to 1pm • All You Can Eat • $10.95
Alkaline, Ionized, Microclustered Water
DRINK SPECIALS • MON-THURS 9AM-5PM $1.75 Draft Beer • $2.25 Well Drinks $1.50 Oyster Shooters
The Strongest Antioxidant Available. Arthritis • Eczema • GERD • Headaches • Diabetes Gastrointestinal Issues • High Uric Acid • High Blood Pressure Don’t just cover it up with more meds... GET WELL with Water!
SATURDAY 8AM TO 4PM & ALL DAY SUNDAY $2.25 Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers or Mimosas
These common ailments could be a result of being too Acidic. Call me & learn how I became more alkaline & ditched my heart medication & more!
832-443-8353 bettyfoster04@gmail.com
Check out our Newly Expanded Wine Choices!
For more information, visit
www.waterandwellness.com
ST. PATRICK’S DAY SPECIAL!!
PARROT HEAD PARTY
Corn Beef & Cabbage served with 1 side & garlic toast. $7.95
EVERY FRI 7-10PM
VALID ON 3/17/13 ONLY
LIVE BANDS PERFORMING YOUR FAVORITE ISLAND MUSIC
12.95 Shrimp Dinners All Day Fri.
$
Win Dinner for 2! • Ask for Details! HOMEMADE DAILY SPECIALS $ 95
Mon.-Thurs. • starting at...
6
Reserve our FREE Lion’s Den for your party! TEXAS HOLD’EM GAMES 6 NIGHTS A WEEK
FREE BIKER Wi-Fi FRIENDLY!
www.noahsarkbarandgrill.com THE SCENE
23
MARCH 2013
Fit to Be Scene: Building and Bridging a Solid Foundation me. I love the gym and working out to challenge my body and see how far I can push myself. It’s mostly mental. Mentally, working out is very beneficial for me and is a good outlet for stress. Some people have hobbies; this is my me time.”
By Twila Lindblade Emily Barnes is not your average 21-year-old. She loves fashion and being with friends, like most females her age, but she has a strong driving force behind her. Emily lives in League City with her father and three siblings, ages 13, 12 and 9. She is employed full-time at a Galveston real estate firm and works hard at being active physically and spiritually. Since Emily’s mother passed away from cancer more than two years ago, Emily has stepped in to help care for her younger siblings. “We have always been a close family, but since losing Mom two-and-a-half years ago, we have become even closer-knit. It has been, and can still be a very hard balance – Sister, friend, daughter, fill-in mom, chauffeur, babysitter, working girl and gym junky.” She explained, ”At times, I have the responsibilities of a mother with 3 children, but it is all very rewarding. I love my family very much. I would not choose to be anywhere else in my life right now, and I know it is only for a season.” Emily also has two older sisters who are married and live out of town, one in New Braunfels and the other in Tulsa, Okla. She has a 1-year-old niece who she adores. While balancing it all can be tough, Emily believes having a strong faith and commitment to her health has been crucial. While balancing it all can be tough, Emily believes having a strong faith and commitment to her health has been crucial. “It is very important to me not only to keep a good figure, but also for my health. I know I am young, but it’s never too early to start. I want to live every day feeling the best I can and only put quality fuel in
24
Having strong role models who encourage healthy eating and living has also helped Emily. “I remember even from a very young age, my parents made us take vitamins, drink health drinks and juiced daily. As a child, I was active, but not until I was about 17 or 18 did I make it a choice of mine. But now fitness has become a passion,” she said. Emily maintains workouts or some form of physical activity daily. She enjoys changing up her workout routine so that she does not become bored with it. “I typically lift weights and do some form of cardio 5 to 6 days a week. Right now, two days out of the week, I am training with a coach. He has me doing anything from volume with low repetitions (heavy lifting), to light weight with more reps, to negatives, plyometric-type workouts and anything to get my heart rate up!” She further explained, “I love running outside, and any chance I get, I run at the beach on the sand.” Emily has competed in 10K and 5K races, including the Color Vibe 5K held in Hitchcock last month. However, she has her goals set much higher – to complete a marathon, a half-marathon, a fitness competition and, possibly, a triathlon. “My focus right now is doing a fitness competition. I am not sure when it will be – either this summer or next – but I will compete- more than likely in the bikini division in the NPC (National Bodybuilding Championships),” she said. A strong relationship with God has helped Emily in both her personal and physical goals and is the most important thing in her life. - Continued on Page 26
MARCH 2013
FEATURED SMOOTHIES Healthy refreshing smoothies can be used in between meals as a snack or as a dessert or even as breakfast. They are tasty treat any time of the day! Chalk-a-holic: This indulgent, thick and tasty beverage is made from chocolate almond milk, almond butter, and a banana. Then it’s blended with a protein of your choice. Smoothie Shoppe recommends IsoFire or egg protein. Berry Delicious: It’s very delicious. This naturally sweet healthy treat is made with vanilla almond milk, strawberries, blueberries, Crave blueberry protein all blended together just for you. Looking to pair it with a Paleo Pal meal? Try the mahi-mahi. All shakes are Paleo diet friendly without a protein. They are also made with non-dairy milk and served in a “made in the U.S.A.” industrially compostable Earth Choice cup. No fillers and no hidden ingredients! - Rhonda Meredith
Smoothie Shoppe: 2100 NASA Road 1 • Seabrook
THE SCENE
25
MARCH 2013
Fit To Be SCENE | Guest Columnist
GET OUT, ENJOY SOME SUN! STAY HYDRATED Howdy Fitness Freaks! With March comes the official beginning of bikini season, let the games begin! Now don't let that statement drive you crazy, here's some food for thought! Getting adequate sunlight helps your body synthesize Vitamin D, which is tied to many processes in your physiology, one very important process being thyroid function. The thyroid is a gland that secretes many hormones, several of which are tied to metabolism. Many people through the winter months, or if you rarely go out in the sunlight develop Vitamin D deficiencies, and eventually Hypothyroidism. This means your thyroid slows down,which slows down your metabolism. With Hypothyroidism, you can become emotional or lethargic, your bones can become brittle, and you can put on fat easily. You'll find you don't have to visit WebMD to learn what will help you, the simplest solution is to get out there in the sun! Just 20 minutes per day can improve your Vitamin D production pro-
foundly. Many doctors recommend taking a Vitamin D supplement to help speed the recovery of the deficiency, but that's something you should speak with your physician about.
higher levels of fluid in it. After approximately 2 weeks, you'll find you don't have to run to the bathroom as often.
After a few weeks, if you are producing Vitamin D properly, you'll notice that you may drop those last few pounds you were dreading the world seeing! A secondary bonus is that even a mild tan makes you look healthier and leaner.
Remember, get in the sun and keep that water bottle handy and you'll be ready to have a great time this bikini season. Get that water in and go sun them buns!
Another point overlooked as the weather warms up is hydration. Get that water in you! An exercising adult needs one ounce per pound of bodyweight to assist with fat loss and keep safely hydrated. By the time you feel thirsty, you are about a quart low on water. When you feel your tongue dry out, almost a half gallon low! When I have my clients increase their water intake, they often complain of practically living in the bathroom afterwards. This is only temporary, since your body has to grow accustomed to getting
Fit To Be SCENE: Emily Barnes • Cont. From Page 24
Oh, and GET IN THE GYM!!! – Rick Hunter Rick Hunter is a personal trainer and founder of founder of MEathead's Fitness. After being an Occupational Therapy practitioner for 10 years, Rick decided to turn his focus into the preventative side of medicine. Since 2001, he has helped transform lives in various settings and worked with various athletes ranging from wanting to look better in clothes to figure/fitness competitors to elite martial artists to powerlifters. He has used NASM (PES and SFS) and IFPA National Certifications, and is studying the Anatomy Trains system to master postural correction. Find Rick at 713-459-3427 or on Facebook.
Emily insists that fitness and healthy living is a journey.
“My dad and mom instilled in my siblings and me, a trust and faith in God that is unwavering – and for that, I will be forever thankful,” she said. “Daily, I am able to wake up and know that with each morning comes new mercies, and His strength is what carries me, and I believe it’s what makes it possible for me to do everything I do.”
“Never despise small beginnings. Never give up. There is no doubt in my mind you will hit road blocks, They'll be hard to overcome, but you are stronger and can overcome them,” she said. “Always push hard. Your body only does what your mind allows. Eat clean and small, lift lots and heavy!”
Do you know a reader who is Fit To Be SCENE? Send nomination letter to betsey@scenelive.net (Subject: Fit To Be SCENE)
THE SCENE
26
MARCH 2013
John Ennis photo
2
W
Weekends on the Water
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 venus 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.
CHECK OUT OUR NEW ONLINE & MOBILE GUIDE!
www.WeekendsontheWater.com The SCENE Magazine recently launched a new mobile and online guide to the Clear Lake, Galveston Bay and Galveston Island entertainment districts. Located at www.weekendsonthewater.com, the new guide compliments the print edition of The SCENE with content and guides on dining, nightlife, cultural arts, events, attractions, lodging and more. This new site is part of a new campaign aimed at promoting the communities along Clear Lake and Galveston Bay as a tourist destination. 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.
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 U.S. 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. Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston tickets available at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-474-9700.
1601 NASA Parkway • 281-244-2100
• www.spacecenter.org
2. MOODY GARDENS
6. BATTLESHIP TEXAS
10. ELLINGTON FIELD
14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY
3. KEMAH BOARDWALK
7. LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM
11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENT
15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR
4. SCHLITTERBAHN
8. GALVESTON PLEASURE PIER
12. NOLAN RYAN CENTER
16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS
5. CLEAR CREEK WINERY
9. PIRATES BAY WATER PARK
13. ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CTR. 17. GULF GREYHOUND PARK
1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673
710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880
2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283
709 Harris Ave. (Kemah)..281-334-8300
3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431
2002 Terminal Dr. ......409-740-7722
2501 Seawall Blvd. ....1.855.789.7437
5300 East Road (Baytown) ..281-422-1150
510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200
One Monument Circle ......281-479-2421
Texas 35 and Mustang ....281-388-1134
8500 Bay Area Blvd.........281-474-2551
6310 Avenue T. ............409-925-1401
2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000
1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400
1000 FM 2004..............409-986-9500
2
49 43
42 41
50
44
46
45
6
47 48
10
W
9
11
13 19
18 20
1
21
27
24
12
16
30
23
26
28
3
15
22
29
14 17
5
25
18. SYLVAN BEACH PARK on Galveston Bay in La Porte . . . . . . .281-471-5020 19. BAY FOREST GOLF COURSE 1900 South R Street (La Porte) . . . .281-471-4653 20. PINE GULLY PARK 535 Pine Gully Rd. @ Toddville (Seabrook) . . . . .281-474-3286 21. OLD SEABROOK NASA Parkway @ Hwy 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-474-3869 22. PUTT PUTT FUNHOUSE 806 NASA Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-333-0579 23. BUTLER’S LONGHORN MUSEUM 1220 Coryell (League City) . .281-332-1393 24. HELEN’S GARDEN/HISTORIC LC Main Street (FM 518). . . . . . . .281-338-7339 25. THE LINKS AT GREEN CAYE 2100 Caroline St. (Dickinson) . .281-337-2021
26. CINEMARK 18 20915 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-332-0951 27. BAYBROOK MALL 500 Baybrook Mall Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-488-4620 28. MAGNOLIA GREEK GOLF COURSE 1501 Bay Area Blvd. . . . . .281-557-0555 29. BEACON LAKES GOLF CLUB 801 FM 646 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-337-1459 30. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR CC 4300 South Shore Harbour . . . . .281-334-0521
7
2
40 38
39
31
32-37 33
8
4
38
GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS:
HOUSTON ATTRACTIONS:
31. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 32. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 33. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Galveston . . . . . . .713- 629-3700 34. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . .409-765-5930 35. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 36. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 37. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand .409-765-5700 38. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 39. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . .409-766-STAR 40. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . .409-797-5114
41. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 42. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 43. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 44. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . .713-658-8938 45. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 46. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas .713-853-8000 47. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500 48. BBVA COMPASS STADIUM 2200 Texas Avenue . . . .713-276-7500 49. DOWNTOWN HOUSTON AQUARIUM 410 Bagby .713-223-3474 50. HOUSTON ZOO 6200 Hermann Park Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .713-533-6500
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! UPCOMING SCENE-APPROVED EVENTS NOT TO MISS
Wednesday Night Races Seminars on-going. Season starts April 3
Unity Freedom Music Festival March 15-17 • Galveston Island
Lucky Trails Marathon March 16 & 17 • Seabrook Nature Trails
South West Int. Boat Show
Clear Lake Crawfish Festival
March 21-24 • South Shore Harbour Marina
March 23 • Landolt Pavilion, Clear Lake Park
League City Uncorked March 23-24 • Walter Hall Park, LC
57th Sylvan Beach Day Festival
Bay Area Houston Art Festival
Village Fair & TX Music Fest
April 27 • Sylvan Beach Park, LaPorte
April 27-28 • Nassau Bay Hilton
May 3-5 • Walter Hall Park, LC
Kemah.net
18th Annual Keels & Wheels
Blessing of the Fleet
20th Clear Lake Greek Festival
May 4-5 • Lakewood Yacht Club
May 5 • Clear Creek Channel, Kemah
May 10-12 • Landolt Pav., Clear Lake Park
Subscribe to The SCENE’s Weekend Preview E-mail Blast to keep up on local news, events, promotions, concerts, exhibitions and be the first “in-the-know” regarding all the upcoming events. Visit www.sceneLIVE.net to sign up and “Like Us” on our Facebook page and you could win dinner for two courtesy of a SCENE client.
League City Uncorked: A Global Wine & Art Experience March 23-24 • Water Hall Park, League City
W
League City Uncorked: a global wine and art experience will take over the 86-acre Walter Hall Park March 23-24. The festival will be held from 1-10 p.m. on Saturday and 1-7 p.m. on Sunday. This inaugural event is unlike any other event ever held in the city and will truly provide an exciting and one-of-a-kind flavor. Gulf Coast Public Affairs, on behalf of the City of League City, will create a weekend of fine arts, exotic wines and universal customs. League City Uncorked will assemble a world-class stable of artists and fine craftsmen. It will feature dynamic music, over 40 differLIVE MUSIC LINEUP ent types of wine from around the globe along Saturday – 4/20/13 with local flavors from 1:20 pm ......Grifters & Shills Texas wineries, and deli2:00 pm ............Tony Henry cious food, transforming the park into an entertainment hotspot for the weekend. 3:10 pm ......................LGM Tickets for League City Uncorked start at $15, with discounts for tickets purchased 3:45 pm ........Collette Bruhn before March 21. Weekend passes and a limited number of VIP tickets are also avail4:20 pm......Australian Band able.
6:00 pm........Arabella Jones 7:10 pm ....................Altum 8:30 pm..Mambo Jazz Kings
Sunday – 4/21/13 1:30 pm ......Grifters & Shills 2:00 pm........................TBD 3:00 pm ................D.R.U.M. 5:30 pm ...... Mango Punch!
Clear Creek Vineyard is the featured winery at League City’s Uncorked Festival.
The VIP Moroccan-styled, luxury tent area with a custom cigar and international wine bar, along with private entertainment, is sure to enhance the VIP ticket purchasers’ experience. Tickets may be purchased at the gate, at www.leaguecityun corked.com and www.extremetix.com. Community sponsors include: Title Sponsor Elite Care-24 Hour Emergency Center, South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center, Lynn’s Landscaping, Women Who Art and Wycoff Construction. Sponsorships, featured artists and vendor opportunities are still available, but will run out soon! Visit the web site for more information. A portion of the proceeds from League City Uncorked will benefit Communities in Schools-Bay Area and The Jesse Tree. Communities In Schools – Bay Area is an organization that helps young people stay in school and prepare for life. The Jesse Tree is a faithbased organization that connects people with health care, social services and ministerial resources. Contact the festival hotline at (832) 7041110, via email at info@leaguecity uncorked.com or www.leaguecity uncorked.com. “Like” League City Uncorked on Facebook or Twitter for festival updates and sign up to receive occasional festival updates on your cell phone by texting “281281” and type “lcuncorked” in the text bar. Marta Sanchez-Lastowska is an accomplished wine-maker from the Haak Winery in Santa Fe, TX. Marta is originally from Spain and joined the Haak team less than a year ago. Marta has a master's degree in wine making and has studied the chemistry of wine for several years. Marta handles all aspects of wine making including choosing the finest Texas grapes, fermenting the wine, cooling, bottling and more! She will be a guest at League City Uncorked and share her extensive knowledge with wine lovers!
2
Bakkhus Taverna
Mamacita’s
Fatty’s
Signature Bistro
Scout Bar
Mediterraneo
Where To EAT & DRINK T-bone Tom’s
Mainly Drinks
Roger’s Bar & Grill
Latitudes
Pier 27 Tavern
1. 146 Roadhouse ............................3435 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) 2. Allegria Wine & Cocktail Lounge..................15210 Hwy 3 3. Amadeus Italian Restaurant ........700 Kipp Ave. (Kemah) 4. Bada Bing ........................2925 Gulf Freeway (@ FM 646) 5. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 6. Beach Hut ........................731 Seawall Blvd. (Galveston) 7. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina............19431 Gatebrook Dr. 8. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ........2660 Marina Bay Drive 9. Bombay Tadka ............................17926 Hwy 3, Suite 101 10. Big Ben ............................................20237 Gulf Freeway 11. Boondoggles ..................................4106 NASA Parkway 12. Bullrito’s ....................1820 Nasa Parkway (Nassau Bay) 13. Bullrito’s ..................12617 Underwood Road (La Porte) 14. Bullrito’s ........................3709 Center Street (Deer Park) 15. Bullrito’s............4802 E Sam Houston Pkwy (Pasadena) 16. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 17. Casper’s Billiards..................137 21st Street (San Leon) 18. Classic Cafe......................................2511 Nasa Parkway 19. Clear Creek Winery ..........................709 Harris (Kemah) 20. Club Pride....................229 E. NASA Parkway (Webster) 21. Chelsea Wine Bar ............4106 Nasa Pkwy # F (El Lago) 22. Chitsuru Sushi & Hibachi ..2860 Gulf Freeway S, Ste. A 23. Coastal Crossing Grill ......113 East Sealy Street (Alvin) 24. Cock-Eyed Seagull ......................1010B E. Nasa Road 1 25. Coffee Oasis ....................................4650 Nasa Parkway 26. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ........309 4th Street(Kemah) 27. Cuisine of India ................................1212 Nasa Parkway 28. Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille ............11500 Space Center 29. Dempsey’s Sports Pub ..20801 Gulf Freeway (Webster) 30. Dan’s Pizza Company ................................15148 Hwy 3 31. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..........2111 FM 517 32. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake ..................2110 Bay Area Blvd. 33. Don Pico’s - Pasadena ..............4940 Fairmont Parkway 34. Don Pico’s - Pearland ..............9811 Broadway (FM518) 35. D’Vine Wine - Galveston ..............................2110 Strand 36. Esteban's Cafe & Cantina..............402 West Main Street 37. Fatty’s..................................1717 2nd Street (Seabrook) 38. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ..............20760 Gulf Frwy 39. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ................1300 Broadway 40. Fox and Hound ................................12802 Gulf Freeway
Dickinson BBQ
The Tree House
South Belt • Pasadena • Galveston Bay • Galves
41. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ......................4449 NASA Rd. 1 42. Gio’s Flying Pizza ....................................630 FM 517 Rd 43. Golden Sea Seafood ...........1415 Highway 146 (Kemah) 44. Gordon St. Tavern....................114N. Gordon St. (Alvin) 45. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ............1232 W. FM 646 46. Jackie’s Brickhouse ..1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 47. Jackie B’s Sports.Spirits..................352 N. Gulf Freeway 48. Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen ..........1108 Marina Bay Drive 49. Katie’s......................................................315 Grand Ave. 50. Kemah Asian Cafe ....................1201 Hwy 146 (Kemah) 51. La Brisa - Bacliff ......................................4001 Hwy 146 52. La Brisa - League City ..........501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 53. Laredo’s TexMex ....2119 Bayport Boulevard (Hwy 146) 54. Las Haciendas • NASA ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1 55. Las Haciendas • I-45 ......................12933 Gulf Freeway 56. Latitudes Restaurant ..................1817 Ave K (San Leon) 57. Luna’s Restaurant (Hilton) ............3000 NASA Parkway 58. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..............101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 59. Main Event ......................................1125 Magnolia Ave. 60. Mainly Drinks ..................223 W. Main Street (La Porte) 61. Mamacita’s - Clear Lake........................515 E Nasa Rd 1 62. Mamacita’s - Pasadena ..............7325 Spencer Highway 63. Maribelle’s ....................................3136-C NASA Road 1 64. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ......1304 Bayport (HWY146) 65. Mario’s Italian • Webster ................618 NASA Parkway 66. Masa Sushi Fusion ..............................977 Nasa Road 1 67. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ............................1804 W. FM 646 68. Mattia’s Trattoria ......3202 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 69. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ........18033 Upper Bay Rd. 70. Mely’s - League City......2951 Marina Bay Dr. (FM 2094) 71. Merlion on 4th ........................................1301 4th Street 72. Michiru Sushi & Asian Bar 20911 Gulf Freeway, Suite A 73. Monkey Bar ..........................................605 6th Street C 74. Nick’s Pizza, Pasta & Gelato 210 S. Hwy 3 (League City) 75. Noah’s Ark Restaurant..............4438 Boulevard (Bacliff) 76. Opus Bistro ........................................1002 Aspen Road 77. Palapa’s......................................608 6th Street (Kemah) 78. Pelican Grill ..................3142 Nasa Parkway (Seabrook) 79. Pier 27 Tavern ................3202 Marina Bay Blvd. Suite F 80. Pod-Zu’s at Clifton by the Sea ......10 Grand Ave (Bacliff)
The Cock & Bull
Dan’s Pizza
Tookie’s
81. Pomodoro’s Cucina Italiana ....... 82. Pomodoro’s Pasta & Pizzeria ... 83. Pomodoro’s Italian Restaurant & 84. Roger’s Bar & Grill ............1271 85. Roger’s Malt Shoppe ................4 86. Sam’s Boat ................................ 87. San Luis Resort ........................5 88. Scout Bar ................................... 89. Sherlock’s................................... 90. Signature Bistro ..........1918 NA 91. Skipper’s..................1026 FM 20 92. South Shore Harbour Resort..250 93. Sporting News Bar & Grill ......... 94. Star Cinema Grill ..................102 95. Sudie’s ..............................352 G 96. Terrace Cafe ....................609 Br 97. The Cock & Bull ........3659 NASA 98. The Spot ........................3204 Se 99. The Davenport ......................12 100. The Hop.................................... 101. The Paint Pub ............1840 NAS 102. The Tree House ........................ 103. Three Oaks Fine Wines ............ 104. Time Out Sports Bar #1 ........... 105. Time Out Sports Bar #2 .......... 106. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ..........4 107. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Ba 108. Tookie’s ................................... 109. Topwater Grill ......................81 110. T-bone Tom’s............................ 111.Tuscany Bistro..................2951 112. Union Tavern ............................ 113. What’s Cookin’ at the Bistro ..... 114. Zone 504 .................................
115.-124. KEMAH BOARDWALK R
115. Aquarium; 116. Pizza Oven; 117. R Dutchman; 119. Bayside Grille; 120. Ca Shack; 122. Lighthouse Buffet; 123. La 124. Saltgrass Steakhouse
So. Shore Grille
Swamp Shack
281-535-0900 Largest Selection of Pre-Owned Yachts on the Gulf Coast
Masa Sushi
Sherlock’s Pub
Nick’s Pizza
Noah’s Ark
• Clear Lake ston Island 104
40 55 33 15 106
34 39 13
Jackie’s Brickhouse
32
89
53 Galveston Bay 11 78 63 64 21 41 18 90 97 86 37 71 16 Clear Lake
25
10 66 54 65 61 94 20 102 36 82 38 29 100 57 24 27 12 101 69 72 9 88 59
8
74 103
22 67 4 45 31 42 85
GALACTICCOAST.COM & join our e-mail list
Dempsey’s Grill
87
79
76 48 91 46
68
113
111 70
Galveston Bay
84 Pelica n
75 80 49
Island
Harbo rside
Broad way
Seawall Blvd.
98
Katie’s Bar & Grill
35
6
115-124 5 73 77 3 114 96 110 19 93 50 75 1 43 80 49 51
26
Sam’s Boat
646
Seaw olf Pr kwy.
51st
61st
Visit us at
92
Ha rbo rsid I-45 e
Gulf of Mexico
Mattia’s
81
108
25th
95 52 47 36
Cabo
ston Galve
Island
Gulf of Mexico
Opus
517 17 12th St.
7
Ferr y Rd .
107
2nd
30 2
Red Sushi; 118. The Flying adillac Bar; 121. Joe’s Crab ndry’s Seafood House;
Podzu’s at Clifton
58 60
99
83
RESTAURANT ROW
13
28
105 112
44 23
Cock-eyed Seagull
Ship Channel
14 62
Houston
. lvd er B ent ce C Spa
.2700 Marina Bay Drive ...........1303 Nasa Pkwy & Pizza 17420 Fife Lane E. FM 518 (League City) 4410 Hwy 3 (Dickinson) ...13101 NASA Parkway 5222 Seawall Boulevard ............18307 Egret Bay ......2416 Bay Area Blvd. SA Parkway (Seabrook) 094 (Clear Lake Shores) 00 South Shore Harbour ........850 Harris Avenue. 20 NASA Rd. 1, Ste. 152 Gulf Fwy N (League City) adford Avenue (Kemah) A Road One (Seabrook) eawall Blvd. (Galveston) 35 Clear Lake City Blvd. .................17886 Hwy 3 SA Parkway, Nassau Bay .........901 NASA Road 1 .....601 East Main Street .................10928 Fuqua ......307 El Dorado Blvd. 4416 Fairmont Parkway ar ..2555 Bay Area Blvd. .......1202 Bayport Blvd. 5 Avenue O (San Leon) .................707 Hwy 146 Marina Bay Dr. Ste 220 .435 El Dorado Blvd # A ....926 FM 518 (Kemah) ................504 Kipp Ave.
Pomodoro’s
20th St.
Beach Hut
56 109
Golden Sea
The Paint Pub
Zone 504
Looking for Volunteers and Gumbo Teams for the Clear Lake Crawfish
Festival & Gumbo Cook-off Want to put your gumbo recipe to the test? Want to volunteer and meet some fun people? Try your luck or volunteer a few hours at the 18th Annual Clear Lake Crawfish Festival & Gumbo Cook-off presented by Ron Carter Clear Lake Cadillac Hyundai on Saturday, March 23 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Clear Lake Park-Landolt Pavilion. This is a family festival produced by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce featuring delicious crawfish, cool beverages, live music by “Bourbon Street,� crawfish eating contests, the famous gumbo cook-off, arts & crafts vendors and games for the kids to keep everyone happy. Many volunteers are needed for this community event to work the front gate, sell tickets, clean-up and serve up yummy crawfish and beverages. Individuals and groups are needed to make this event a success. Organizations or businesses that volunteer as a group for the entire event can showcase themselves too. Gumbo Teams can register through the chamber and the fee is only $75. Also, other opportunities are available to promote your company or organization to the crowds at the event, go to www.clearlakearea.com for details. Pre-sale combo tickets for entry/food/beverage can be purchased online by going to www.clearlakearea.com and clicking on the crawfish festival banner on the home page.
BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO. open at KEMAH BOARDWALK Landry’s, Inc. announced the opening of Kemah Boardwalk’s first Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. on February 15 in Kemah. The casual dining seafood chain is known for its iconic locations in major cities across the world. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.’s prime location affords its guests the perfect spot to dine right in the heart of the Kemah Boardwalk. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Kemah features outdoor dining, a full bar and fantastic waterfront views. Originated in California, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. opened its first restaurant on Cannery Row in Monterey, CA in 1996. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has 39 restaurants, which are primarily in tourist-oriented, highly desirable locations. The restaurant chain perfectly captures the charm and American spirit that made Paramount Pictures’ “Forrest Gump” a smash hit. Featuring a downhome atmosphere reminiscent of the movie’s setting in Alabama, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. remains the first and only theme restaurant chain based on a motion picture property. “Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is well known for its entertaining atmosphere, family friendly service and quality seafood,” said
Tilman Fertitta, sole owner, chairman and CEO. “The Kemah Boardwalk’s waterfront location and fun filled environment make it a natural fit for the restaurant. We are delighted to introduce the local community and visitors to all that Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has to offer.”
2
W
Known for outstanding seafood, the Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. makes shrimp the star, offering 19 different preparations. The menu also offers an exciting variety of fish entrees, steak, chicken dishes, crisp salads, fun children’s meals, creative desserts and award winning ribs. Signature menu items include guest favorites such as Coconut Shrimp, Steamed Shellfish, Dixie Style Baby Back Ribs plus appetizers such as Shrimper’s Net Catch, Bubba’s Far Out Dip and the Run Across America Sampler featuring a taste of all of the appetizer favorites. Entrées like the Bucket of Boat Trash featuring fried shrimp and lobster claws; Bourbon Street Mahi Mahi and Lt. Dan’s Drunken Shrimp are all equally tempting. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is located on the Kemah Boardwalk. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner with the bar open late. For more information, please call 281-334-2881 or visit bubbagump.com.
On the Water
Lakewood to host Bay Access beginning sailing classes
Upcoming Calendar
HYC Spring Series #1 Sun, March 17 • Galv. Bay Elissa Regatta Sat & Sun, April 6 & 7 • Galv. Bay Houston Yacht Club 281-471-1255
Bay Cup I Saturday, March 2 • Galveston Bay
J105 Midwinter Champs Fri.-Sun., March 8-10 • Galv. Bay
Heald Bank Offshore Regatta Sat. & Sun. April 20-21 • Gulf of Mex.. Lakewood Yacht Club • 281-474-2511
Lakewood Yacht Club Sailing Director Marek Valasek has announced that the club will be hosting a series of six, one week-long Bay Access sailing clinics for beginners this summer.
GBCA Spring Regatta
“These clinics are designed for children ages 7 to 18 years of age who have little or no sailing experience,” Valasek explained, “and are open to non-club members as well as members.”
Sat & Sun, March 16 & 17 • Galv.Bay
Participants will learn basic sailing skills, water safety, seamanship and team building. Lakewood has trained and accredited coaches and instructors who will be emphasizing safe and fun sailing education. The program will use Optimists, Club 420’s, and Lasers.
Sat & Sun, March 23 & 24 • Galv.Bay
Bay Access is a not-for-profit charitable organization that promotes youth and adult amateur sailing. The fee of $175 per week will include professional instruction, sailboat and life jacket. Clinics will begin on June 24 and continue on week days through August 9, running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Simultaneous clinics will take place for those who are 7 through 12 years of age, and 13 through 18 years of age. To learn more about the clinics and to register, please go to www.bay-access.org. Payment can be made on-line through Regatta Network linked to the Bay Access webpage. Space is very limited, so register early.
GBCA Rib Regatta
Wednesday Night Races On Clear Lake Info: 281-636-3508
Seminar #3 Course and Tactics Wed., March 13 (6:30pm) ..Villa Capri Skipper Meeting / Party Wed., March 27 (6:30pm) ..Villa Capri Series One, Race 1 (Season Starts!) Wed., April 3 (6:15pm) ......Villa Capri
FOX DEN SURF-N-SKATE OFFERS AN ENDLESS SUMMER EXPERIENCE By Rhonda Meredith Since 1978, Fox Den Surf and Skate has been synonymous with skateboarding, surfing, and the lifestyle’s apparel and is the premier source for surf and skate clothing, gear and accessories. The locally owned and operated specialty retailer is conveniently located away from the area mall traffic at 540 El Dorado Blvd. (at Highway 3) in Webster. “Fox Den carries select merchandise from highly respected name brands such as Billabong, RVCA, Quiksilver, O’Neill, Tom’s shoes, Volcom, New Stance socks, Vans, Sanuk sandals and Reef just to name a few,” said owner Stephen Meraz. “We have everything from sunglasses, sandals, swimsuits and board shorts to surf boards, skateboards, parts and more.” Beginning Friday, March 8, Fox Den is offering multiple specials for Spring Break. Stock up on select Tom’s shoes at 35% off, select men’s and women’s Vans for 40% off, hats are 20% off, and 30% off on backpacks. Skateboarders of all ages and experience levels will appreciate the store’s in-house pro-shop. Find parts like trucks, wheels and bearings. In fact, store manager Devin Teaff demonstrated his knowledge of the store’s vast inventory, and we were impressed! Dressing for the lifestyle is easy within Fox Den’s relaxed shopping environment. The friendly staff will make your visit enjoyable. Fox Den former owner Frank Morello served the Clear Lake area for 35 years and has recently passed the baton (or surf board as it would be) to new owners Stephen and Lauren Meraz. “We are ready to provide another 35 years of an endless summer experience," said Stephen. Like their Facebook page to view special sales and photos of new inventory arrivals. They also post (on most days) a Galveston surf report. “And yes, Galveston does have surf!” Stephen said. Visit Fox Den Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m.
THE SCENE
35
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE
38
MARCH 2013
News & Notes: Fashion & fitness events help non-profits Bridge’s Broadway fashion show to help local domestic violence victims Broadway On The Runway comes alive on Thursday, April 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Shore Harbour Resort. The Bridge Over Troubled Waters presents their second annual fashion show. Join this non-profit for a walk down the red carpet as they pay tribute to Broadway with fashion, food and fun. Models will be wearing fashions from the local Clothes Horse and Jos. A. Banks. The Bridge exists to offer support, provide safety and prevent domestic and sexual assault. The facility, located in Pasadena, is a 100bed comprehensive crisis center providing services to women and children who have been impacted by domestic and sexual violence and homelessness.
Women Build 5K Walk
The Women Build project provides an opportunity for women to learn new skills, participate in team-building activities and make a lasting difference for children and families for generations to come. Through the Bay Area Habitat for Humanity Women Build Project teams of women and families from our community will be engaged in the entire home building process, from fundraising through sponsorships or online fundraising pages, to building the home, and becoming a blessing to a family for generations to come.
For sponsorships or individual tickets, call Kim Kankel at 713-4720753 or email kkankel@tbotw.org. RSVP are required by March 28. (Various table sponsorships are available ranging from $2,500 for the Lion King Table to $500 for the Hair Spray Table, and others in between. All tables seat 10.) Individual "Cats Tickets" are $55.
If your organization, company or church would like to get involved in this year’s Women Build, register for the Habitat for Humanity Women Build 5K online at www.bahfh.org or call 281-337-3590.
For those not able to attend but want to give a gift, please send to The Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc., P.O. Box 3488, Pasadena, TX 77501. Seating will begin at 11 a.m. and the luncheon will start promptly at 11:30 a.m. SSHR is located at 2500 South Shore Blvd. in League City.
Junior League hosts Spring Market On Saturday, March 23, 2013 the Junior League of Galveston County, Inc. will host its annual Sunrise Soiree Breakfast and Spring Market shopping event at the San Luis Resort. The event begins Friday, March 22 with the Evening at the Oasis Preview Party. Tickets to the preview party are $30 each. The Sunrise Soiree Breakfast and fashion show will begin Saturday at 10 a.m. and will showcase designs from local boutiques and include a performance by the Galveston Ballet.
Lucky Trails Marathon is March 16 & 17 Sponsored by the City of Seabrook and Seabrook Tourism, Running Alliance Sport (RAS) is pleased to welcome nearly 1,700 runners from across Texas and 17 other states to the 10th annual Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and Relays, will be on Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17. “Our main goal is to take care of our participants and our community and we’re so lucky to have the Seabrook Trails and a city that is so supportive of our sport,” said race director and RAS founder Robby Sabban.
The Spring Market will tempt shoppers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with an array of vendors offering everything from jewelry to skincare products, clothing, accessories and more! As a special treat, Easter Bunny will be hopping by the market for pictures.
Affectionately known as the “Luckiest Marathon in Texas,” the Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, which has hosted the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) Texas state marathon championship the past two years, features a half marathon and two-person half marathon relay on Saturday morning, March 16 and a half marathon, marathon and four-person marathon relay the following day, Sunday, March 17.
Tickets to the Sunrise Soiree Breakfast are $50 each and admission to the shopping market is free. Shoppers will have the chance to purchase a Bargain Bracelet, available at the door for just $10. The Bargain Bracelet will entitle shoppers to receive special deals at participating booths.
Saturday’s races begin at 7:15 a.m. Sunday’s marathon and four-person marathon relay will start at 7:15 a.m., followed by the half marathon at 7:30 a.m. Marathon walkers will have an early start at 5:30 a.m. on Sunday. Online registration is available at www.seabrookmarathon.org.
For sponsorship and ticket information please visit www.jlgalveston.org. For up-to-date information like us on Facebook.
The four-loop, USATF-certified (TX04012ETM) course, which runners will follow on the Seabrook Trails, starts and ends at Rex Meador Park, located here at 2100 Meyer Road. The course, one of the most scenic in the area, consists of crushed granite trails that wind north, through wooded areas to wetlands, to Pine Gully Park before a brief run along Galveston Bay. The loops make for a very spectator-friendly course, and the proximity of playground facilities make it family-friendly as well.
Women Build Walk for Habitat for Humanity University of Houston Clear Lake –Join Habitat for Humanity on Sunday, April 21 from 3 to 5 p.m. as we Walk to Build a home for a hardworking, family in need! For the past four years, more than 400 women-owned organizations and businesses, churches friends and family have rallied together to support the Women Build project that give volunteers an opportunity be involved in the Habitat homeownership process from beginning to end.
The proceeds from the race annually benefit The Bridge Over Troubled Waters, a non-profit organization that assists survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence and those who are homeless – in eight area communities -- due to those circumstances or another crisis.
THE SCENE
MARCH 2013
39
THE SCENE
40
MARCH 2013
SEEN BY THE SCENE
Owen Daniels Catching Dreams Foundation Fundraiser @ Fatty's
Krewe du Lac’s 2013 Krewes Into Kemah @ Bakkhus Taverna THE SCENE
41
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE
42
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE
Loose Notes: Continued from Page 45
Richard Ruiz @ Fatty's
The Bacliff neighborhood bar was packed to hear this area musical icon. Makes sense as Katie's never charges a cover, has a great service staff, and alVicente Castaneda @ Moreno's ways brings in good shows. Moreno’s has opened a restaurant in Clear Lake with an authentic south of the border menu. We enjoyed musical sets from Vicente Castenada, a Latino guitarist from Oaxaca, Mexico, which was very agreeable. We caught an afternoon of Wood & Wind overlooking the water at the new Pod-Zu’s. The food there is aweWood & some and their Wind @ service staff is Pod Zu's getting their stride nicely. Perhaps they'll be ready for an April Music Festival? Congratulations to Fatty's for pulling off their first charity event for the Owen Daniels Dream Chaser Foundation. Jeremy Kilgore made a brief appearance and Richard Ruiz rolled out an acoustic set (first time for these ears) before Cisco and Joanne sealed the deal cooking up a storm. Book 'em.... Double gold stars to Jackie's Brickhouse for not only providing the *well appreciated* food at the benefit, but for also sponsoring all sorts of
Jeremy cool and clever events in the Kilgore area. And not to forget the @ Fatty's music, we took in a return performance by Tantrum and jammed packed show by The Nailers, a fun dance band we had never seen before. If all this weren't enough, crawfish season is around the corner, and we've got a hunch Jackie's will continue thriving in 2013. Cisco & Joanne @ Fatty's
IT’S A WRAP - February gave us our money's worth. We look forward to saying good-bye to Snow Bird Season and welcoming in Spring Fever. Around the corner, we’ll be dropping in on the Cockeyed Seagull and their annual ’60s Hippie Party on April 6 and before then, may you pick a bracket full of winners, chow on the area’s finest eats, quench your thirst with good spirits and fill your ears with great live music!
< Tantrum @ Jackie’s Brickhouse THE SCENE
43
^ The Nailers @ Jackie’s > MARCH 2013
TIM HUSTON • Continued from Page 46 During 2011, Huston fulfilled a desire to learn the violin. He bought books to study before he actually bought the instrument. “It took about six months to learn it,” said Huston. “It’s harder than it looks!” He would sleep with his violin and listen to Niccolo Paganini documentaries playing in the background. “It was a huge factor in learning the instrument. I completely immersed myself in the knowledge of the greatest violinist to ever live.” He learned Bach and fiddle pieces, but it was- Tim Huston performing at SCENEfest n’t enough. Huston needed to take it up a notch and sought the discernment of a San Jacinto Community College professor. He needed to know if he was just good, or maybe good enough for a scholarship. He was. Huston received the scholarship, attended San Jacinto’s Central and South campuses, and performed with the college’s orchestra while pursuing a Performance Arts degree.
the next instrument - the eight string guitar because it will offer more range. That means a lot to a musician who writes by notes and not by lyrics. “A possible album and solo project will hopefully evolve from this instrument within the year.” Visit www.facebook.com/illfightyouforit for more information. -----------------------------------------------------
BORN FROM RUINS • Continued from Page 47 A look ahead… The rest of the year is looking great, too. On March 23, BFR will be headlining at Scout Bar in Webster. They are also planning on more regional shows and develop a fan base outside the Houston area. Also, “The Aftermath” is set to be released at the end of the summer. When not performing, the guys lead busy lives as Jenkins is a student at UNT in Denton. Ortiz is a family man and has two little rock stars in the making (Aiden and Jude). VanOrstrand is a “workaholic” six days a week, and Damian is also on that workaholic list with his day job. Plus he performs with two other bands. While it is a challenge to coordinate schedules, BFR has made a commitment to "keep digging." (A reference to local band Saturate’s song.) Born From Ruins is on Facebook, YouTube and ReverbNation. Email bmfo1984@yahoo.com if interested in booking or obtaining a media package. On behalf of the band, Ortiz says, “See you in the crowd!”
For the past five or six months, Huston has taken a hiatus from music and the lifestyle to refresh his perspective and goals. He is now healthier, wealthier, wiser, and more driven than ever before. Just spend a minute talking to him and you can easily see how positive and excited he is about his upcoming projects.
Call to Reserve Your Party Here! 281-332-6702 NASA Road 1 & Hwy. 3
HOURS: Tues. & Thurs. 4pm to 2am; Fri. 4pm to 2am; Sat. 5pm-2am
“I feel more alive than ever,” Huston said. At 28 years old, the classical music lover has formed an original metal-core band called I’ll Fight You For It. Huston associates the sound with modern bands A Day To Remember and All That Remains. “We have all the right elements,” Huston said. “The band has been working on songs, and it’s all coming together.” The band members are Huston (guitars, vocals,) Lloyd Blahut (vocals,) Ty Gore (bass,) Matt McClain (drums,) and Andrew Lyssy (guitars.)
HAPPY HOUR • 4-8PM
TUESDAY SPECIALS:
(Tuesday, Thursday & Friday) $2.25 Well Drinks, Beer & Wine
$5 12-oz. Rib Eye & Fries $9.95 12-oz. Ribeye w/loaded potato & salad $1.25 Well Drinks $1.50 Ritas & Kazis
THURSDAY SPECIALS: $3.50 Burger & Fries $2.99 8-piece Hot Wings $1.50 Well Drinks; Ritas & Kazis $2.50 Long Island Teas
FRIDAY SPECIAL: Various Food Specials
As he continues to master the violin, Huston is looking toward
You’ve Changed Your Diet. You’ve Changed Your Lifestyle.
But Have You Changed Your WATER? Preserve your Body & the Environment with
Alkaline, Ionized, Microclustered Water The Strongest Antioxidant Available! May help with: Stress • Fatigue • Insomnia • Headaches • Diabetes • Weight loss Aging • Pain • Cancer • Neuropathy • Depression • Asthma • Fibromyalgia Please visit my informative website:
www.waterandwellness.com bettyfoster04@gmail.com • 832-443-8353 THE SCENE
44
Call me & learn how I became more ALKALINE by changing my water. I’ve ditched my heart medication, freed myself from arthritis & more!
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE â&#x20AC;˘ PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE
Loose Notes: Continued from Page 56 We were delighted taking in a set with Patricia Fish on the kit and considering the situation, pretty positive the great Jim Shortt would have scored it a hearty "Bravo, Babe!" This band simply makes incredible sense and on our SCENE Party Ready list. Put them on yours, too!
Otherwise @ Scout Bar
Soul Pride @ Crow's Cantina
Otherwise @ Scout Bar
NEW STOP ON THE BEAT - And that would be The Cock & Bull. Last month's report in The SCENE was our clue with their craft brew lineup. That this was the site of a former music hangout (Emily's) that grabbed our intrigue, and an evening show featuring Cerebelus (Rachel Naomi Walker and Armando Vazquez) with freeforming jazz guitarist, Dalton Wheeler, grabbed our muse. Music presentations were crisp and clever reinterpretations of turn-of-thecentury classics livened with a sassy upbeat flair that played well with Cerebelus @ Cock & Bull Chef Brent's sweet chili rib appetizers - an atmosphere suitable for intelligent conversations was a plus. The only irony of the evening was the pint of "Grumpy Monk" ale which was actually very uplifting! Speaking of places for intelligent conversations.... THE PATIO AT SCOUT BAR - Is an interesting gathering place to mingle with physicists, mechanics, medical professionals, artists, Bohemians, and AltIndie/Rock music lovers. Pretty cool, eh? Scout Bar's Open Mic hosted by Saturate runs a crisp turn around of area musicians on the Scout Bar stage where pretty much everybody gets to play and when dialed in right, the unplugged sound is down right awesome. Chatting
with the Otherwise @ Fighting musicians Scout Bar Gemini @ on the Scout patio unBar covers incredible insight on their diverse musical backgrounds ranging from classical, marching band, bluegrass, gospel, orchestra, spare bedroom and garage. Many of the musicians here were born after the rise and fall of 8-track tapes yet there's no doubt the musical influences from prior generations successfully passed along and rooted, making for some *really* good home-spun creations! Needing more of the patio, we stopped by Scout Bar's 94.5FM Buzz Night catching local acts Fighting Gemini and Downfall Rising opening for Otherwise hailing from Las Vegas. With the Buzz Awards out of the way, A.D. Rowntree and Thomas aren't wasting any time pondering next year's winners. AROUND THE BEAT - Toward the end of the month, we stopped in at Katie's to recalibrate our ears to the tasteful guitar playing of Bert Wills.
Downfall Rising @ Scout Bar
THE SCENE
Burt Wills @ Katie's
45
MARCH 2013
- More on Page 43
LIVE MUSIC
TIM HUSTON:
Who You Need To Know About • Right Now!
By Rhonda Meredith Tim Huston makes playing the Euphonium downright cool. The Bay Area resident was a self-professed sports addict growing up in Dickinson until he became introduced to the trumpet in sixth grade. And it opened up a whole new world…
Orgy Wednesday, March 6 SCOUT BAR
“Learning to play music was a lot like sports, it takes a lot of practice to become good,” said Huston. At that point, I wasn’t really into classical music, so I kind of resented it. But I started really listening to classical composers and started to love music.” He learned to play the Euphonium, a baritone brass instrument, when attending junior high and honed his skills as a member of the high school band. “I realized the potential I had when it came to music, so I started paying more attention to what I had going on.” Huston was a part of Revolution Drum and Bugle Corps, a professional marching band during his senior year, and won the 2002 World Championship as well as received recognition for his solo performance. After high school, he auditioned and was ac-
cepted into Drum Corps International. “DCI” is a powerful, nonprofit, global youth activity that provides entertainment to millions through live performances and nationally-televised events. Drum Corps International is Marching Music’s Major League. Trevor Braselton, the current Dickinson High School band director, was Huston’s Brass Caption Head and a big influence and mentor.
Sheila Marshall Band Saturday, March 9 & 31 T-BONE TOM’S
While Huston was achieving success with the Euphonium, he also began a lasting relationship with the guitar. At 15 years old, he picked up a guitar at the encouragement of a girl. She bought him a Metallica CD and book, and since he knew how to read music, it was kind of a natural pursuit. “When I hit my freshman year is when the guitar came into play. Oh, the girls!” Huston formed a rock band while in high school called Stillframe. Who would have thought, that through a twist of fate and a phone call from Scout Bar’s owner Thomas Wilson, would eventually lead to his joining The Hunger, a popular industrial rock band from the Bay Area.
Andy & Dreamsicles Sunday, March 10 LA BRISA BACLIFF
As the lead guitarist in The Hunger, Huston has shared the stage with other successful rock and roll bands like Papa Roach, Filter, Chevelle, and Hinder to name a few. During this time, he was also performing with local bands ERASETHEVIRUS and Another Day. It was a rockstar lifestyle. A merry-go-round of night performances, indulgences, sleeping late, and then repeat… - Continued on Page 44
KAOS Fri., March 15 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
THE SCENE
46
MARCH 2013
LIVE MUSIC
BORN FROM RUINS WILL
‘SEE YOU IN THE CROWD’
By Rhonda Meredith Just the facts… Local band Born From Ruins (BFR) was formed in December of 2008. Like the myth of the Phoenix, BFR was born as each member was raised from the ashes of a former band that was no longer. The members of the aggressive, hard rock group are Blake M.F. Ortiz (vocals), Josh Jenkins (guitar), “Dirty” Dave VanOrstrand (bass), and Ryan Damian (drums). In 2010, they won the Texas Buzz Award for Metal Band of the Year. In August, 2011, BFR released an EP called “Daddy’s Little Whore.” In the same year, they took home the Texas Buzz award for Best Indie/Hardcore Band of the Year. The band steamrolled into 2012 with a performance in the "Will Play For Food" benefit show in May and ended the year adding to their award collection by Ortiz earning the Texas Buzz Vocalist of the Year award and BFR receiving the award for Best Live Performance of the Year. Career highlights include sharing the stage with Texas Hippie Coalition, Soul Fly, Shadows Fall, The Hunger, and most recently HED(pe.) You may have caught one of their shows in the Bay Area at Scout Bar, Union Tavern or Pier 27 Tavern.
10 Years Saturday, March 16 SCOUT BAR
Me" off an upcoming full-length CD titled “The Aftermath.”
Cassette Tape Friday, March 22
“The song 'Save me' was chosen to be our first single from the new album simply because we feel it best shows the energy we are putting into this album,” said Ortiz. “We really love the energy it gives off, and we wanted to use it as a statement basically. The production crew at Digital Services (who produced both the music and video) were amazing and definitely made our part much easier.” The focus of the video is a group of people struggling to survive the end of the world, since the lyrics for “Save Me” are based on the apocalypse or the rapture. “The kids in the video are meant to be set in a dark reality of how times would really be, even though the song has an upbeat feel to it, the underlining meaning is quite the opposite,” said Ortiz. “I really don’t think it could have come out any better.”
And now, Born From Ruins is just getting started… 2013 has been a banner year so far. In February, BFR hosted a “Red Carpet Roll Out,” a semi-private movie-style premiere, at Star Cinema Grill in Webster for the video of their newest single "Save
ZONE 504
Soul Asylum Thursday, March 28 SCOUT BAR
The premiere was a huge success, and as Ortiz says, “It was a great night with great people, and a memory of a lifetime!” - Continued on Page 44
Big Richard Saturday, March 30 CABO
THE SCENE
47
MARCH 2013
TEXAS BEER REVOLUTION • from Page 50 supportive of a level playing field for small Texas Brewers. Even the Houston Chronicle editorial board was surprised and dismayed by the development and small breweries would have to wait two more years before a fourth attempt at introducing legislation aimed at giving them just a fraction of the rights breweries in most other states have enjoyed for years. So upsetting was this third failed attempt that a grassroots, non-profit consumer advocacy group called Open The Taps formed to represent the craft beer enthusiasts in Texas with a goal of changing laws and regulations surrounding the craft beer industry in Texas. Fast forward to 2013 and a bipartisan package of bills (Senate Bills 515, 516, 517 and 518) were filed in February to loosen the restrictions on where and how small craft breweries can sell their products. SB 515/HB 1763* expands annual production limit of malt beverages for brewpub license holders and allows a brewpub to self-distribute to certain retailers and certain wholesalers. SB 516/HB 1764* raises annual production cap and permits limited self-distribution for craft ale brewing products. Removes discriminatory in-state/out-of-state manufacturing language. SB 517/HB 1765* raises annual production cap and permits limited self-distribution for craft beer products. Removes discriminatory in-state/ out-of-state manufacturing language. SB 518/HB 1766* allows craft brewers to sell beer and ale for onpremises consumption. *Identical bills are ready to move in both the House and the Senate starting out as companion bills so whichever bills moves quicker through their respective chamber will become the vehicle for the new law.
SEEN BY THE SCENE: T-Bone Tom's Paper Football Championship
A specific date for committee hearings has not yet been set, and there is an organized and well-funded opposition working to delay or stop these bills as in years past. But there is no denying the momentum which continues to build. Those wanting to help the cause can The Honorable Larry Taylor reach out, politely and respectfully, to P.O. Box 12068 the Senators on the Business and Com- Capitol Station merce Committee. While everyone can Austin, Texas 78711 reach out, strategic communication Phone: 512-463-0111 from constituents is most effective this www.taylor.senate.state.tx.us early in the process. Luckily, many SCENE readers live in District 11 of Senator Larry Taylor, who is the ViceChair of the Business and Commerce Committee. Give Senator Taylor a call, send a short email, tweet, Facebook post or even snail-mail, to let him know you support Senate Bills 515-518. It's as simple as that! The coalition of advocacy groups supporting these bills in addition to Open the Taps includes the Texas Craft Brewer’s Guild and the Beer Alliance of Texas. And remember, these bills don’t just benefit small Texas brewers, but all Texas beer drinkers as well. There is no reason why beer drinkers in other states should enjoy more rights and options than we do here in Texas just because Texas politics are still dominated by huge corporations and conglomerates that enjoy unlimited money and the political power that comes with it. Right? Cheers!
THE SCENE
48
MARCH 2013
Looking to jump start your weight loss? Looking to break through a plateau? The 24-Day challenge is your answer!* The first 10 days are called the Cleanse Phase and are about cleansing your body of toxins, preparing for optimal nutrient absorption.* During the Max Phase, days 11-24, you'll give your body the best tools to achieve your next weight-management goal.*
www.Fit2Bscene.com to learn more! Text â&#x20AC;&#x153;SPARK MEâ&#x20AC;? to 281-386-6339 or email spark@scenelive.net to learn more
Independent Advocare Distributor #120614886 * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
THE SCENE
49
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE’S Texas Brewery Map Scan with your phone or visit at SCENElive.net
UPCOMING MAJOR TEXAS BEER FESTIVALS Big Texas Beer Fest April 6, 2013 Fair Park Auto Building Dallas, TX 75226 Untapped Beer Fest April 20, 2013 Panther Island Pavillion Fort Worth, TX Firkin Fest 2013 April 21, 2013 Hester’s Crossing Round Rock, TX Wild West Brew Fest May 4, 2013 Villagio Town Center Katy, TX North TX Beer Festival May 11, 2013 Irving Con. Center Las Colinas, TX Houston Beer Fest June 8, 2013 Hemran Square Park Houston, TX
Dates To Be Announced: Lunar Rendezbrew July or August 2013 Clear Lake Park Pasadena, TX
Brewmasters Beer Fest Texas Craft Brewers Fest August 30-31, 2013 October 2013 Moody Gardens Fiesta Gardens Galveston, TX Austin, TX
BEER
The Texas ^ Revolution By John Ennis Will 2013 be the year that the bias against small, Texas-based craft breweries starts to soften? Current Texas beer laws favor International beer conglomerates, including Belgium-based Anheuser-Busch InBev, and the politically powerful Wholesale Beer Distributors of Texas, leaving the small Texas brewer battling oppressive regulations and enjoying less right and ability to do business within Texas than a brewery from out-of-state. In 2007, 2009 and 2011 legislation introduced in Austin to “even the playing field” failed to overcome the opposition of major beer interests. In 2011, House Bill 602 passed the Texas House and was voted out of committee in the Senate, but it was never brought up for a floor vote after last-minute objec-
tions from Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world’s largest beer company, and with help from the policial maneuvering of Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst. According to Texas Ethics Commission filings, Dewhurst had received $275,000 in campaign contributions prior to 2011 from Texas distributors and others publicly not - Continued on Page 48
The new Texas Breweries displayed below have opened since House Bill 602 died without a vote in Austin (May 2011). It was the third time small Texas brewers failed to overcome the opposition of major beer interests. (The list would double if we included new Texas Brewpubs)
SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE ------------------Where: 707 Hwy. 146 (Kemah) When: “Happy Hour & a Half” Mon-Fri • 5-6:30pm What: 99¢ Fish or Shrimp Taco, $1.49 Shrimp Cocktail, 99¢ Dom Draft (16 oz. Glass) $3 Half Pitchers (Domestic) $6 Pitchers (Domestic) Excluding holidays
Cock-Eyed SEAGULL
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: 352 N. Gulf Frwy, League City 11am-7pm 7 days a week: $1 draft Bud & Miller Light, $2.50 wells, $2 dom bottles. All day Sun., Mon., Tues.: $1 drafts, $2 dom bottles, $2.50 wells & $3 shot specials
-------------------
-------------------Where: 2416 Bay Area Blvd. When: M - Sat Open 9pm; All day Sunday What: $2 Dom drafts, $2.25 select drafts, $2.50 house wine, $2.50-2.75 select calls, $3 super calls, $7 Dom. pitchers, $8 select import pitchers
-------------------
Where: 315 Grand Ave. When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm What: $2 Dom Draft, $2 Dom Longnecks, $3 Wells. (On Mon. & Wed.: $2 Ritas; On Sun.: $2 Well Vodka Drinks (noon to 7pm)
--------------------
Skippers
JAPANESE SAKE BAR Where: 1804 W. FM 646 When/What: Tues & Wed is $1 Hot Sake starting at 5pm. Thursday is Ladies Night with $1 Lady Cosmos on the Rocks.
Where 1026 FM 2094 (Clear Lake Shores) When: All Day, Every Day What: $2.75 Domestics, $3.50 Imports
--------------------
--------------------
Where: 901 NASA Rd.1 When: M-F, 11 to 7pm; Sat 116pm; Sun noon-6pm What: $3 Screwdrivers & Bloody Marys, $3.25 Well Drinks; $2.50 dom beer
Where: 1202 Bayport Boulevard (Hwy 146 in Seabrook) When: Monday - Friday 4-6:30 What: $2 Domestic Pints, $2.50 Import Pints, $1.50 PBR, $3 Wells
--------------------
--------------------
-------------------
Where: 605 A 6th Street When: M - Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $2 Dom Pints, $3 Wells, $4 Wine by glass, $4 Ouzo shots ($3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Sunday)
--------------------
Where: 1303 NASA Parkway What/When: Everyday 11am7pm; $2 Domestic Beer; $2.50 Imports & $3 House Wine
--------------------
Where: 3101 NASA Parkway, in Endeavour Marina (Seabrook) What: Happy Hour Mon-Fri 11AM-8PM: Wells $2.50; Calls $3.50; Dom. Pints $2.75; Dom. Bottles $3; Premium & Import Pints $.50 OFF Friday all day Party on the LakeHappy Hour All Day & Night w/ $2 Dom. Bottles; $2 Wells; $3 Calls; $3 Jagers; $3 Rumples
Golden Sea
--------------------
Seafood Restaurant & Bar
-------------------
Where: 1717 2nd Street. When: Mon-Fri 2-7PM What: Sat. $4 Long Island Iced Tea & $3 St. Arnold; Sun $3 Shiner & $2.50 Bloody Marys, M-F $2.25 Wells, $2.50 Doms., $3 Prems.
Where: 1840 NASA Parkway in Nassau Bay Townsquare When: Wed-Sat All-Day What: $2 Dom., $3 Import & $4 Wine
Where: 504 Kipp Ave. (Kemah) What/When: Mon. Karaoke, $2 Dom & $3 Import Bottles. Tues.: Tues. Dart Tourneys: $3 Wells & Shot Specials. Wed. Be Your Own DJ: $2 Dom & $3 Import Pints. Thurs. NEW! Live Music Acoustic Sets: 3 U-Call-Its (Excludes Premiums)
Where: 2513 NASA Parkway on the water in Seabrook. When: MonThurs 4 to 7pm; Friday AWOL Happy Hour 4-9pm (Live Music) What: Happy Hour pricing $1 off everything in the house.
-------------------Where: 435 El Dorado Blvd # A When: 2-8pm daily. What: FREE Billiards, Steel Tip Darts and Great Specials
------------------Where: 3202 Marina Bay Dr. When: M-F: 37pm What: $2 16oz Dom Drafts, $2 Dom. Bottles, $2 Wells, $3 House Wine
--------------------
Where: 1415 Hwy 146, Kemah What: $2 Dom. Draft; $2.50 Dom. Bottle; $3.50 import; $2.50 wells When: Mon-Thurs 11-7PM Fri-Sat 11-7PM and reverse Happy Hour 9-midnight Happy Hour All Day Sunday
--------------------
Where: NASA Rd @ I-45 What: $1.75 Dom. Draft, $2.75 Ritas, $3 Imports, $2.50 Dom. Bottle, $5 Haciendaritas When: Mon-Fri 11-7 pm
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and special are subject to change. THE SCENE
52
MARCH 2013
SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE
Featured Bartender MAC @ COCK AND BULL
Where: 515 E. NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Wed 11-10pm; Thurs-Sat 11-7pm What: $3.95 Ritas, $1.75 Domestic Draft
-------------------Where: 4438 Boulevard When: MF 9am 5pm What: $1.75 Draft Beer, $2.25 Wells. Plus, Saturday 8am - 4pm & all day Sunday, $2.25 Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers & Mimosas
-------------------Where: 1051 Marina Bay Drive When: Mon-Thur 11am-7pm; Fri 11-9pm & Sat-Sun 11am6pm What: $2 Pints, $3 Wells, $5.50 Pitchers and $12 Buckets
--------------------
By Rhonda Meredith Where: 1817 Avenue K, on Galveston Bay in San Leon When: We offer happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. daily Appetizer Specials for All Texans Games; $2 Domestic Bottles; $2.50 Import and Craft Bottles; $3.50 Wells; $2 Draft All Day Every Day with 10 Beers on Tap; $1 Jello Shots All Day Every Day. Saturdays and Sundays we offer $2.50 Bloody Marys, Mimosas, and Screwdrivers.
--------------------
Signature
BISTRO
Where: 1918 NASA Parkway, Seabrook When: Tues-Fri What: $3.75 Wells, 2.50 Dom Beers, $5 House Wine. Plus daily drink specials.
--------------------
What’s not to like? Mac likes
bartending. He likes talking to people. And he likes serving good beer and wine to the fine patrons at Cock and Bull. What happens in Vegas… The
Where: 3659 NASA Parkway, Seabrook When Happy Hour on Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 6:32 pm What: British Food Specials for $12, plus add a British Pint for just $1 more
--------------------
Roger’s Bar & Grill Where: 1271 Deke Slayton Blvd (FM 518) League City, What/When: Mon-Fri 4-7PM $2 Wells $3 Domestic Bottles (Beer) $4 Domestic Drafts (Beer)
--------------------
Where: 3202 Marina Bay Drive, League City, TX 77573 When: Sunday Brunch 11am3pm fresh seafood variety, lunch & breakfast items, salads, desserts & bottomless mimosas happy hour 3pm-7pm Meatball Mondays with Pasta & Salad. Happy hour 5-7pm Tuesday & Wednesday: happy hour 5-7pm followed by free dance lessons; Thursday Ladies Night half off wines, well drinks, margaritas & martinis Friday & Saturday happy hour 11am-7pm
THE SCENE
when he can. “The Red Dress Run in New Orleans puts Mardi Gras to shame,” Mac said. He has no plans of ever returning to Oklahoma City, Oklah., or Juarez, Mexico. Living and working in London, England for two years was a treat. Visiting Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver was a blast.
good-natured bartender grew up in the Reno/Las Vegas areas of Nevada. He graduated UNLV with a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
Next up: A trip is in the works
Random celebrity sightings -
to South America for the World Cup in 2014.
Mac has met comedian Wayne Brady at the Tao Bar in the Venetian Hotel on the Vegas strip. (Yes, Brady really is a funny guy.) He ran into actor Matthew Lillard (Shaggy in Scooby Doo, Scream) at 1:30 a.m. at an Albertson’s grocery store in West Hollywood. He is a travelling man, loves
53
Sharp dressed man! Mac loves
to wear suits… and overalls. He also loves… The Bay Area. The self-professed nomad likes living here because of the water, the people, and the cost of living is just right. Of course, owning a push cart of beer in Ecuador has crossed his mind…
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE
54
MARCH 2013
Irish Eyes are Smiling at Dempsey’s
and $4 Hurricanes, too. Dempsey’s Tuesday’s specials are $5.50 per pound crawfish all day, and from 9 p.m. until midnight, enjoy you-call-it mixed drinks for $2 and free juke box.
By Rhonda Meredith An old Irish saying goes something like this, “There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were…” So what do you do if you are not Irish? Well, head over to Dempsey’s Irish Grill of course!
If you don’t have a blarney stone to bring you luck, consider getting lucky with a Wednesday night hump day special. Get some $3-apound crawfish plus $2.50 domestic bottles and $4 bombs all night!
“A good Irish American establishment makes everyone comfortable,” said owner John Delesandri. “There are no strangers at Dempsey’s, only friends you haven't met yet.”
On Thursday nights, it’s ladies’ night and the specials are numerous: $4.50-a-pound crawfish all day, $2 margaritas and house wine, $2.50 Lime-A-Ritas, $5 Dempsey’s Texas tea, $7 rib-eye with fries, and a $4 grilled chicken salad. The T.G.I.F. Friday night specials at Dempsey’s are unique. Grab a bucket with beer! A domestic beer bucket is $36 and a premium or import bucket is $41. The bucket special holds 12 beers. Simply add $10 to keep the Texans bucket. It’s a 5-gallon bucket that is perfect for holding tools!
Located at 20801 Gulf Freeway at NASA Road One in the Bally’s Fitness shopping center, Dempsey’s is the place for crawfish, fresh food, hot specials on cold drinks, and a lot of fun! Make plans to attend Dempsey’s St. Patty’s Day celebration on March 17. Irish bagpipes will be entertaining all day and musical guests include Ezra beginning at noon, 3 Peace at 3 p.m., and Bad Boyfriend from 7 to 11 p.m. A friendly Irish Pot Pie eating contest will start at 4 p.m. with the winner receiving $50 cash. A leprechaun toss from noon to 8 p.m. will be interesting to either compete in or watch. The winner will be announced at 9 p.m. and receive a $300 cash prize. All day long is $4a-pound crawfish, $3 Guinness, $3 Jameson, and complimentary Guinness beef stew. The holiday celebrations at Dempsey’s are epic, but so are the regular weekly specials. Starting the week is Sunday Funday with $2 domestic drafts and $4-a-pound crawfish. Two outdoor acoustic shows with surprise musicians are featured from 3 to 6 p.m. and from 9 to 11 p.m. Skip cooking dinner at home on Mondays. It’s all-you-caneat crawfish for $16.99 or $5.50 per pound from 6 to 9 p.m.
Dempsey’s Irish Grill opens daily at 11 a.m. with Chef Celestino Manning creating new lip smacking menu items. Experience a Dempsey’s Ding Ding (Italian sausage sautéed with peppers, onions and Amaretto; then topped with cheese). Other signature offerings are Dempsey’s Famous Philly and their pickled eggs. Try the new Al's Columbianos (five Colombian pastries with jalapeño, cilantro, pepper jack cheese, onions and served with sour cream and salsa). If you want a taste of Irish goodness, opt for Shepherd’s Pie or Guinness Beef Stew. Of course, you can never go wrong with a mouthwatering hamburger made to order just the way you like it! Since 2010, Dempsey’s has been serving great food and supporting local bands. Live entertainment takes center stage on Friday and Saturday nights. In March, Trip To Cascity and Ezra will be performing. Check www.DempseysPubTX.com for band updates. You can also join Dempsey’s for UFC fights on March 2 and 16.
Friday, March 22 Crawfish Boil-off. $50 per team to enter. First place winner takes 60% of the pot and 100% of the Calcutta prize. People’s Choice and Best Booth split the remaining 40%. Call Delesandri at 713-503-2994 for details.
THE SCENE
Irish Grill
Dempsey’s is considered a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. So, if you want to paint the town green, head on over… Eat, drink, and be Irish!
55
MARCH 2013
THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE â&#x20AC;˘ PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE
Burt Wills @ Katie's
Fighting Gemini @ Scout Bar
Samone & The Superstars @ Bakkhus
notion that the Lighthouse District is capable of fun in addition to food. T-Bone Tom's easily handled the postparade party (Mardi Pardi) with the Zydeco Dots performing on stage. Lots of new parade participants from all over the area were there and probably never enjoyed the post parade party experience before. Odds are good they'll be back. Zone 504 with Jabo was the sight of the post parade masquerade party, which by our accounting, makes for a solid 24 hours of Lighthouse District celebrations. Not bad, eh?
Loose Notes Andy Eng by
February was furiously fast and keeping up might have been impossible had we not simply shifted gears into neutral and gone with the flow. Lots of readers were out and about making things happen, and, wow! Did you give us a ride! <A good thing!> Before we shift gears into spring fever, crawfish season and March Madness, let's run through the frolicking of February.... EARLY EASTER - Means early Mardi Gras and early Mardi Gras meant massive fun going waaaaay over the top. Participation was way up this year with more Krewes popping up around the area Samone & and the axiom of The Superstars "The More, the @ Bakkhus Merrier" played out true. In our cozy corner of the universe, Bakkhus Taverna was the kickoff site for the Krewes Into Kemah launch party with a PACKED dinner crowd, complimentary shots, and Simone and the Superstars zinging up the air at the gathering. The next morning, we enjoyed a trot around the Lighthouse District with kids of all ages at the Galloway Fun Run. Gotta say the best truth tellers are the faces of the little people 4-foot tall and shorter, and it was clear that this was the start of a great day. This year's Kemah Parade nailed it on the most beautiful day of the month. Parade organizers gathered perhaps the largest armada of floats and participants. The streets of Kemah could have easily hosted more spectators which legitimizes the
Heading south, we joined Krewe du Lac's march into Galveston and Zydeco Dots @ T-bone Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in-between parades. We caught-up with Soul Pride making our NEW BAND ALERT LIST at Crow's Cantina. Soul Pride is a six-piece, power-house party band celebrating Texas funk, soul, rock and blues. If you're a local music follower, you'll probably recognize the names of Geoff Fish, Jimmy Ray, Chris Bergeron and Stephen Randall.
Soul Pride @ Crow's Cantina
- Continued on Page 45
THE SCENE
56
MARCH 2013
W
A new wave of rich, hand-crafted brews full of flavor, personality & creativity
e would like to thank all those who have enjoyed our first two offerings, the Rocket Ride Brown Ale and Sneaky Blonde Pale Ale, to date. The feedback has been great and the only “problem” we have experienced is our kegs are turning around faster than originally projected.
Support Texas Craft Beer!
We also want to acknowledge and apologize to all those who have requested our beer be available at more locations and in more cities. We are happy to announce that expansion launches this month as Galactic Coast Brewing (GCB) will be adding outposts in at least four new cities and will also soon be launching our Goblin Hunter, a year round salute to Halloween. Soon to follow is our easy drinking session beer (Invisible Plane), an IPA (Ejection Seat), and we are excited about our yet-to-be-named barrel-aged (Jack Daniels barrels) barley wine.
Although the brewery is back in “construction phase” as we are building a new, larger brewhouse and adding capacity, we do plan to host a limited number of tours in 2013 including celebrating our first anniversary party at the brewery and hosting several other events at venues along the Galactic Coast.
As always, follow us on Facebook and Twitter to stay up-to-date on all upcoming GCB events. Cheers!
BREWED WITH PRIDE IN GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS | WWW.GALACTICCOAST.COM
Featured Venues Carrying Our Beer
Waterfront Venue!
Bakkhus Taverna 605 6th Street Kemah, TX 77565 281-538-1800
Chelsea
4106 NASA Road 1 El Lago, TX 77586 281-326-5282
Waterfront Venue!
Cabo
2513 NASA Parkway Seabrook, TX 77586 281-532-2691
Zone 504
504 Kipp Kemah, TX 77565 281-334-1221
Congratulations to Chris Barratt (Jan.) and Troy Kibodeaux (Feb.) for winning our Free T-shirt Challenge on Facebook! Find out about our St. Pattyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day plans on FACEBOOK!
Like us on Facebook!!
YOUR NBA,
MLB & NCAA BRACKET HEADQUARTERS
ST. PATTY'S
Sunday Funday Specials (All Day & Night)
UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT ENJOY
MARCH MADNESS WITH US!
Acoustic Thursdays by Local Musicians Friday, March 1 ..Soulfiya & the Black Lung Crew Saturday, March 2 ........................ Infinity's Twin SUNDAY
$2 Pints & $2 Bloody Marys
Friday, March 8........Mama Tried Saturday, March 9 ..Beggars Inc.
Friday, March 15......Thread Belly MAMA CASS Saturday, March 16 ........Flipside KARAOKE; $2 Dom & $3 Import Bottles Friday, March 22 ..Cassette Tape with Audic Empire TUESDAY DART TOURNEYS; Saturday, March 23 ....After Party $ 3 Wells & Shot Specials WEDNESDAY Friday, March 29 ........The 007's BE YOUR OWN DJ; Saturday, March 30 ........Footpie $ 2 Dom & $ Saturday, April 6......Rocketbayou 3 Import Pints
MONDAY
THURSDAY
ACOUSTIC SETS
from Local Artists
+ $3 U-Call-Its
(Excludes Premiums)
KITCHEN OPEN LATE EVERY NIGHT!!!
Check out
35¢ WINGS
our expanded UPPER DECK! MONDAY-FRIDAY • 5-8PM Kemah Historical Society Landmark
Follow us on Facebook & Twitter
504 KIPP AVE. • KEMAH • 281-334-1221