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April 2013 .............South Belt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston 10 ............Previews: Floyd’s Parking Lot Party + 14 ..............Cover: Noah’s Ark celebrates 15 yrs 17 ........................Featured Chef: CJ @ Tookie’s 18 ........New Restaurant Report: Las Haciendas 20 ..................................Cultural Arts Calendar 21 ......Arts: Miles Jaye performs at WR Theater 22 ......................Featured Artist: Gary Holman 24 ..............Arts: Friendswood’s Art in the Park 25 ....................Arts: BAHBT presents Seussical 26 ..............................Fit 2B SCENE: Chris Ploss 27....Event Preview: Galveston’s Gritty Goddess • ................................Weekends on the Water • ............................................Map: Attractions • ............................Map: Where to Eat & Drink • ........Event Preview: Clear Lake Greek Festival
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UPCOMING ON-SITE EVENTS:
ready for a good time! Blue Corner will be playing upstairs. Then, just in time to catch Spring Fever, on Saturday, April 27 is Cabo’s 2013 Poor Man’s Poker Run and Homemade Bikini Contest. We’re intrigued! Here’s what we know: Poor man’s vessels 28-foot and under are eligible. There will be prizes for best themed (tackiest boat/costumes) and Glad You Made It Back award (crappiest boat award)! Entry fee is $50 per boat. Calcutta the night before. Early registration at the bar. The event starts at noon, preceded by Bloody Mary Bar and breakfast at 10 a.m.
Floyd’s 8th Crawfish Boil & Parking Lot Party APRIL 20: “Fais do-do” is a name for a Cajun dance party, and that's exactly what you'll find on Saturday, April 20 at Floyd's 8th Annual Crawfish Boil & Parking Lot Party! Floyd’s original location, 20760 Gulf Freeway in Webster, hosts the yearly event. Enjoy the spring weather outdoors while you indulge in hot and spicy crawfish and adult beverages in a fun and family-friendly atmosphere. Festivities include live music, face painting, and more. Arrive ready to eat and party, starting at noon at one of four Floyds locations: Webster, Pearland, Beaumont and Sugar Land. See their ad for more details!
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Cabo Thrift Shop Party & Poor Man’s Poker Run APRIL 20 & APRIL 27: Cabo, located at 2513 NASA Parkway in Seabrook, is having two events which caught our eye this month. On Saturday, April 20 get ready for the Thrift Shop Party. Wear your tackiest thrift shop-bought clothes and show up
MAY 4: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo weekend at the Kemah Boardwalk’s International Beer Fest on Saturday, May 4 and sample some brews. 44 breweries invite you to spend the day sampling 70+ worldwide beers including Asian Pacific, European and the Americas. The event is from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets range from $30-$35 per person.Ticketed wristband includes samples from breweries, give aways from beer vendors, food samples. Beer tents will be located in three areas of the boardwalk: Main event plaza, in front of Lighthouse Buffet and in front of Cadillac Bar. Advance tickets for this 21 & up event can be purchased at www.kemahbeerfest.com.
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NOAH’S ARK BAR & GRILL
Noah’s Ark celebrates 15 years with party, opening of upstairs palapa bar By Rhonda Meredith For the past 15 years, party animals, families, bikers, singles, couples, the young, and the young at heart have flocked to this bay front restaurant. Noah’s Ark Bar & Grill boasts having "the best crew and view on the Galveston Bay!" Everyone is welcome to 4438 Boulevard in Bacliff seven days a week. Head over to celebrate the grand opening of Noah’s Ark’s upstairs palapa bar, The Parrots Nest. The newest addition is for the 21-and-over crowd and features an amazing view of Galveston Bay plus a beautiful hand-painted mural created by a local artist Gary Holman. The upstairs is trimmed with bamboo for an island feel. Patrons will be treated to live entertainment on the weekends. This unique space is comprised of a 14x14 square-foot stage, a 16x12 square-foot real wood dance floor, seating for approximately 80 and a full-service bar. The space is available for weddings, receptions, office parties, reunions or any type of event. “We wanted The Parrots Nest to be used year round, no matter the weather,” said Dawn Radford, assistant general
manager at Noah’s Ark. “Our new rooftop bar is cool in the summer, dry in the rain, and a little warmer in the winter.” Hosting an event at Noah’s Ark is a snap. They have full-service in-house catering and can handle the details. There is no charge for the use of The Parrots Nest or the Lion’s Den party room (seats up to 40 people and is located downstairs within the restaurant) with the purchase of food and beverages. Call 281-339-2895 to reserve the Lion’s Den or an event under the impressive upstairs palapa. Noah’s Ark has also expanded their wine list. “Our new wines include Cavit Moscato, Mark West Pinot Noir, Thorny Rose Red Blend, Sauvignon Blanc, Red Guitar Sangria, and Estancia Unoaked Chardonnay,” said Radford. “The unoaked wine is the new thing and has a very different taste than regular chardonnay.” Their full-service bar now also serves Blue Moon on draft complete with an orange slice. Two signature drinks to partake in are the Oyster Shooter (oyster with vodka, Bloody Mary mix, Tabasco and is served in a shot glass) and the Coronita Rita (a margarita infused with an upside down 7ounce Corona beer). - Continued on Page 15
Anniversary Party & Parrots Nest Grand Opening!! On Saturday, April 20, Noah’s Ark is marking their 15 year anniversary and celebrating the grand opening of The Parrots Nest, the new upstairs palapa bar, with a big party. “Come join us from noon until closing and enjoy live bands all day, drink specials, and plenty of great food,” said owner Fred Lyttle. “You won't want to miss this party! Noah’s Ark has the best view and best crew on Galveston Bay.”
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NOAH’S ARK • Continued from Page 14 The restaurant serves up tasty signature items that are sure to please. To complement your cold drink, order a “Hot” appetizer of Chicks (chicken), Mermaids (shrimp), or Cats (catfish). The “Angels on Horseback” (oysters) are a customer favorite – All creative names for delicious dishes that come wrapped in bacon and jalapeño peppers, dipped in beer batter and deep fried. In addition to po-boys, wraps, subs, and baskets, the kitchen offers a popular fried meatloaf sandwich and hearty Angus beef, flame-broiled hamburgers. The “Noah” (a third- or halfpound patty, two pieces of bacon, two pieces of Swiss cheese, sautéed onions, and grilled jalapeños on the side) and the “Hawg” (a one-pound patty with two slices of bacon, Swiss and American cheese) burgers both are customer favorites. The tempting daily specials that rotate throughout the week include BBQ Brisket all day Monday “until it’s gone;” on Tuesdays, it's pork roast dinner, plus, kids 8 years and younger eat free from the kid’s menu; All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti or chili spaghetti for $6.95 and kids 8 years old and under eat free spaghetti on Wednesdays; Beef Pot Roast all day “until it’s gone” on Thursdays; and shrimp dinners are $12.95 all day on Friday. Saturdays, the breakfast menu is available from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Sundays, patrons have the option of selecting from the breakfast menu from 8 a.m. to noon or partaking in the breakfast buffet, available until 1p.m. Owners Fred and Beverly Lyttle have 30 years experience in the restaurant industry. When not at Noah’s Ark, the Lyttles lend their support to non-profit organizations throughout the year including the Houston SPCA Animal Adoption Center. If you are looking for somewhere casual and friendly, then look no further. The bay breeze will wash your cares away. Enjoy live music during the Parrot Head party from 7 to 10 p.m. on Fridays and live entertainment on Saturdays. If you like indoor games, join in one of the many Texas Hold ‘em poker games that are held throughout the week. Visit www.noahsarkbarandgrill.com for more information.
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The Scene’s Great Chefs An On-Going Series
C J (Carl Johnson)
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Tookie’s: 1202 Bayport Blvd. (Hwy. 146) in Seabrook Background: Carl Johnston, better known as “Chef CJ” to customers, is a self-taught chef and did not go to culinary school. He was 12 years old when he decided to become a chef. His aunt was the inspiration to start cooking. Experience: The chef (who probably has the biggest smile this side of the Kemah Bridge) started cooking at a country club at the tender age of 15 years old with a great chef mentor. He went on to learn from more great chefs as he gained experience. What is it about cooking that you love? Chef CJ says it’s the thrill of the business and making people happy with the food I prepare. Signature dish: Lobster Bisque Have you cooked for anyone famous? Why yes! Yes, he has… When Chef CJ was 18 years old, he prepared a turkey sandwich “with butter and no mayo” for Ozzy Osborne at a hotel in Austin. He cooked for President Clinton when he was with Landry’s. Plus he participated in the Food Network Best of Show at the Rice Hotel while with Sambuca restaurant.
Please share a special cooking tip or technique to share with our readers. Chef CJ says to use fresh ingredients, don’t over salt, and cook with love. The Bean Burger and the house chili... “The bean burger is our Texas favorite,” said Chef CJ. “And our house-made beer chili is NEW. Come check them out!”
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Chef Jason Strickland
Chef Chris Simon
Chef Roland Kyburz
Chef Michael Zhou
Chef Robert Hicks
Chef Felipe Gonzales
Signature Bistro
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South Shore Harbour Resort
Masa Sushi Fusion
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NEW RESTAURANT REPORT:
LAS HACIENDAS IN SOUTH SHORE HARBOR By Rhonda Meredith Established in 2002, Las Haciendas Mexican Bar and Grill has been serving authentic Mexican cuisine in the Bay Area for 11 years. In February, the family-owned restaurant opened their fourth location at 2951 Marina Bay Drive (in League City) at South Shore Boulevard. Enjoy lunch or dinner indoors or outdoors in a festive and casual environment.
Summer Salad (three kinds of lettuce, spinach, tostada chips, mango, onion, tomato, nuts, grilled shrimp and fresh cheese), the succulent Cancun Platter (grilled chicken breast and four grilled shrimp shish kabobs served on a sizzling grill with steamed broccoli, tortillas and charro beans), the sweet Mango Tilapia (grilled shrimp shish kabob, with rice and steamed broccoli), or the Special Dinner (grilled chicken breast, grilled tilapia, spinach and broccoli, topped with seafood sauce and rice).
Choose from one of the 30 lunch specials to satisfy your cravings Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Try the fajita combo for one, Pescado Empanizado (fried catfish with fries and two shrimp,) Pechuga Cilantro (grilled chicken breast served with rice and beans, and fresh jalapeños), or the Filete A La Mexicana (grilled fish topped with Mexican sauce and rice with a salad).
Of course, for the traditional tastes, Las Haciendas offers enchiladas, tacos al carbon, flautas and fish tacos. A local favorite is the Nachos Haciendas that are topped with grilled chicken or beef fajita, beans, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and jalapeños.
The great food and friendly service continue into dinner time too. Order a new item from Las Haciendas’ mouthwatering menu like the satisfying South Shore Harbor Salad (three kinds of lettuce, cucumber, olives, tomato, spinach, fresh cheese, and your choice of beef, chicken or shrimp), the light
Save room for flan, sopapillas, tres leches cake, or fried ice cream. Complete your meal with a tempting dessert or an after-dinner drink like the Mexican Coffee. This bold drink is made with tequila and Kahlua® coffee liqueur; then mixed with a fresh cup of coffee and topped with whipped cream and a cherry. Happy hour is Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Las Haciendas has over 50 different margaritas to choose from. The house margarita is a timeless favorite that draws fans from all over the area. This frosty concoction can be requested frozen or on the rocks and with or without salt. It also comes in a variety of flavors: traditional lime, raspberry, banana, mango, piña colada, sangria, strawberry, guava, and peach. Las Haciendas is great for groups, too. Catering is available as well as a party room. Stop by and tell them you read about them in The SCENE. Visit www.lashaciendasgrill.com to view an online menu.
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1002 Aspen Road Clear Lake Shores, Tx 77565 281-334-5225 OpusBistro.net
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ART
April 5 & 6: “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 April 21: 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 April 27 & 28: Bay Area Houston Arts Festival, presented by TAACCL, to register contact cfischer@taaccl.org or 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org
May 3-19: Monique, 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, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net Freeman Memorial Library: Book Babies on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday at
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April 20: Bay Area Bluegrass Show, with Sabine River, Greg English & The Out of the Box Band, 7 p.m. Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, baba.org April 26: Sinbad, 8 p.m. The Grand, 2020 Post Office, Galveston, thegrand.com, toll free 1-800-821-1894
May 4: Miles Jaye, 7:30 & 10:00 p.m shows, Weiner-Robinson Theater, 430 W. Main, La Porte, www.WRTheater.com 979-319-1421 ( See Art Column for more details)
THEATRE
April 4 -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
April 5-21: The Importance of Being Ernest, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. at Clear Creek Country Theatre 18091 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, clearcountrycreektheatre.org 382-335-5228
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Tuesday - Saturday, Sunset Cruise 6 p.m. Breakfast on Bayou 8 a.m. Ages 5 to adult, New: Third Sundays in Nature from noon – 4 p.m. Free, 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
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, galvestonmuseum.com , 409-765-5700
April 4 & 18: Bay Area Photo Club, Butler Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 president@bayareaphotoclub.org, www.bayareaphotoclub.org
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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
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1940 Air Terminal Museum: Hobby Airport, 713-454-1940, 1940airterminal.org Armand Bayou Nature Center: Open
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League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281-554-2994. 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 9 a.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
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Miles Jaye of “The Village People” to open La Porte’s new Weiner-Robinson Theater www.WRTheater.com.”
An exciting new theatre is opening in the historical downtown district in La Porte. The new venue named Weiner-Robinson Theater has a memorable opening night scheduled, with two shows starring legendary artist, Miles Jaye of “The Village People.” The Weiner-Robinson Theater is located at 430 W. Main in La Porte and is owned and managed by Alfred Ricks, a native from La Porte. This theatre will be a host of various live arts, from R & B and jazz concerts to theatrical productions and comedy shows with availability for venue rental also. Owner Ricks stated, “We are excited to open this theatre and to bring quality acts, like Miles Jaye, to our community. Also we will have the preaching event of the year in June with auditions in April. Please check our website for information and tickets,
The opening event is May 4 with Miles Jaye with two big shows at 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. May 3 is the opening reception party with headliner Miles Jaye, additional information and tickets are on their website. In this quant theater, formerly the historical Old Porte Theater, it has and is being restored in different stages with the furthest seat from the stage being only 22 yards. Everyone has a great seat. Miles Jaye has been very busy professionally since his charttopping days with “The Village People.” As one the most famous men to don a policeman’s costume, the lead singer has had hits including, ‘YMCA,’ ‘Macho Man’ and ‘In the Navy.’ Jaye is an accomplished musician and producer with hits, ‘Let’s Start Over,’ ‘Heaven’ and ‘Objective’ featuring Grover Washington, Jr. His heart wrenching ‘I’ve Been a Fool for You’ has become one of radio’s favorite R & B classics. - Continued on Page 37
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If you go out to eat in the Bay Area, chances are pretty good you’ve laid eyes on a Gary Holman mural. A Native Houstonian and current resident of San Leon, Holman has been painting and sculpting for forty-five years. His largest body of work consists of commissioned portraits including a live portrait of Goldie Hawn. Not surprising, as Holman learned from world-renowned portrait artist, Harry Worthman.
But, Holman’s most recognizable works adorn the walls and facades of famous Texas honky tonks and many local restaurants (such as Topwater Grill, Noah’s Ark, Dickinson BBQ, Don Julio’s, The Cock-Eyed Seagull and T-Bone Tom’s). Holman said he became an artist when he realized he “wasn’t good at some things and very good at something else.”
had lied about a picture of Santa Claus he drew for class. After grade school, Holman studied art history in college. Then, he continued art work while in the Army where he was able to travel Europe. There he sought out museums and masterpieces. Even in Holman’s murals, he carries on the brush techniques of the masters he studied in Europe. He uses very little air brush and spray.
He started drawing well known cartoon characters and characitures of his classmates. The drawings were well beyond the typical sketching talents of a seven-year-old. Holman remembered once being sent to the principal’s office because his teacher thought he
“I’m an old school muralist,” said Holman. Some of his favorite murals depict underwater scenes. Whether a sea critter, mermaid or sunken pirate ship, Holman captures the subject along with just-the-right light and tangible water ripples in such an authentic manner you might start holding your breath. His sculptures are quite breath-taking too. He carved the giant crab atop the 18th Street Pier sign in San Leon and a grimacing twelve-foot grizzly bear for Baylor University. Holman stated he’s been a realist most of his artistic life. He believes to be a good artist, “others must see what you see.” Holman’s realistic approach and curb appeal have allowed him to travel and paint around the country. Plus, he prides himself in “doing right by his clients” and therefore maintains relationships with them for years. Holman said that he is painting almost every other day. “I maybe have two pairs of clothes without paint. It just jumps on me,” he joked. Holman’s studio is located in San Leon. He also bases himself out of Gulf Coast Palapas where he is commissioned for murals, tiki bars and other such tropical décor. Holman said, “with or without money in the bank, I’ll continue painting. I’ve always done this for the love of it.” To view more of Gary Holman’s portraits, murals and current projects visit www.garyholman.net.
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Friendswood Fine Arts (FFAI) presents the 4th Annual Art in the Park - Outdoor Art & Music Festival on May 18 and 19 in Stevenson Park located in historic Friendswood. Art in the Park is the largest event of its kind in the area, bringing thousands out each year and features incredible art, demonstrations, fantastic music, entertainment, and free art activities. There is something for everyone at the festival where artistic talent and appreciative patrons merge for one glorious weekend. “This event really brings out the best that our area has to offer. Art in the Park inspires such a great outpouring of support and participation from the community, it is truly a unique event.” said Co-Founder and Director Sara Peters. This years’ festival will include an “Art Through The Ages” exhibit that will showcase local artists from Kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as live art demonstrations throughout the weekend. “We want to encourage everyone to experience the arts during this event and witness the great work that artists are doing around us, every day. It just makes sense to start with the art teachers, who help to nurture and guide the artists of tomorrow,” says Peters. Art in the Park is coordinated by FFAI Directors Sangie Gardiner and Sara Peters along with a great team of dedicated volunteers. Friendswood Fine Arts is a 501c3 Nonprofit Organization who helps to support and encourage the arts through free community events presented throughout the year.
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All activities at Art in the Park are free to the public thanks to sponsorships by local businesses including Motor Trend, Denbury Resources, Allied Petrochemical, and the City of Friendswood. Musical performances will include flamenco guitarists Guillermo Serpas and Andrew Bateman on Saturday, and a soulful show finale with the soulful sounds of the Modulation Band on Sunday afternoon. “The event begins at 10 a.m. and goes until 5 p.m. on Saturday, and we’re back for a second day this year, from 11 until 4 p.m. the following Sunday. There was just too much to include it all in just one day, we needed a whole weekend!” said Director Sangie Gardiner. In addition to event programming, each year Friendswood Fine Arts selects a local non-profit organization or group to also benefit from event proceeds. The 2013 Art in the Park benefactor will be the Friendswood Education Foundation, an organization supporting local education through programs ranging from student and teacher relationships to advancement of campus technology. In addition, Friendswood Fine Arts is sponsoring an art supply drive to benefit the Resource Crisis Center of Galveston County. Visitors are encouraged to bring new art supplies to the park that weekend for a chance to win some great prizes. Each item donated is an entry into the drawing. All donated items will go to help support the Art Therapy Program sponsored by the Resource Crisis Center. A list of needed supplies is available on the official event website. Information for Artists and Musicians who would like to join the event, as well as general event information can be found by visiting www.AitpFESTIVAL.com, or by emailing Info@FFAIonline.com. Keep up with all of the excitement on Facebook.com/FriendswoodArtFestival.
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Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre will present the musical Seussical April 12 to 14 at the University of Houston, Clear Lake’s Bayou Theatre. This whimsical musical takes you on a ride with your favorite Dr. Seuss character, the Cat in the Hat, as the narrator. Seussical revisits your favorite Dr. Seuss books like Green Eggs and Ham, Horton Hears A Who and Oh, the Thinks You Can Think! with thrilling musical numbers and circus-themed entertainment.
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WHERE: University of Houston Clear Lake’s BAYOU THEATRE 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Houston, TX 77058
TICKETS:
BAHBT is offering half-price tickets for students (18 and under) for this production. Visit www.bahbt.org to purchase tickets. Seussical, directed by Kevin Cahoon, will run April 12 to 14 at the University of Houston, Clear Lake's Bayou Theatre. CATCH A SNEAK PEEK OF SEUSSICAL SATURDAY, APRIL 6 AT 11AM
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For tickets and information please call 281-480-1617 or visit bahbt.org
See your favorite Seussical characters at Barnes & Noble, Baybrook, at 11AM Storytime on Saturday, April 6! The Seussical cast will make an in-store appearance, read a few of their favorite Seuss books and perform a short vignette of Seussical!
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Triathlete & Marathoner Chris Ploss League City resident and Army Reserves Captain Chris Ploss takes time out of to share some tidbits about his passion and motivation behind the competitive sports he participates in, triathlons and marathons. What's your favorite thing about triathlons? I like triathlons because it's three separate disciplines that you have to focus on. I was always a decent runner, but bike and, especially the swim, I really had to work at to be able to compete. How do you stay fit? Exercising with people! It's all about accountability and liking what you do. There is no one "end all be all" workout, (despite what cross fit will tell you. Ha ha!) There is always a tradeoff for different aspects of fitness. It just depends on what you like doing, what your goals are, how you want your body to look, etc. What moved you to go in this direction, athletically? I was doing like a cross fit/bootcamp workout class which I loved, but then a friend asked me if I wanted to do a triathlon. I have always heard about them and said sure. As I got more into the training I really loved the sport. How long has this been a way of life for you? Ever since I was a freshman in the Aggie Band and Corps of Cadets in college, I have been serious about working out.
that adds extra motivation. What is one of your more memorable moments as an athlete? Recently, I was competing in an 800m time trial for the swim. I had a great gain that I never thought I would hit. Also crossing the finish line for my first marathon in Houston! That was a great feeling. What are your next aspirations or goals for yourself? I would like to do a full ironman distance at some point. How do you overcome the challenges balancing life/work & fitness? I'm single, and have no kids (ha ha!), but that is about to change! It's great that my fiancĂŠ likes to workout with me, which helps. It's really just about making time. If you have 30 minutes to an hour to watch TV or scroll through Facebook, just make the decision to move your body instead. Can you share any eating tips? For weight loss, what you put in your mouth is everything, like 75% of it. If you want to lose weight, it really comes down to just a few things: 1. Have a caloric deficit (consume less calories than you burn); 2. Stay away from sugar (except fruit); 3. Drink nothing but water. ~Betsey Ennis
What is your day job? I work for my father at Chemical Process and Production in Santa Fe. I'm also a captain in the Army Reserves. What keeps you motivated? I have seen too many friends and family become overweight and lead unhealthy lifestyles. It's very easy to do if you don't stay on it. Also, I have our Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT) twice a year. They tell me I have to be in shape, so
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returns… Women’s Obstacle/Mud Run at Moody Gardens May 4
On Saturday, May 4, 2013, the Gritty Goddess women’s obstacle run returns to Moody Gardens in Galveston. The event is all about women, and women only, who want to challenge themselves, and have fun in a beautiful venue worthy of a goddess! The 5k (3.1 mile) course through Moody Gardens includes 25+ themed obstacles, and incorporates mud, water, foam, and props. “It’s a one-of-a-kind course”, says Event Director Claire Jordan, “because Moody Gardens is such a unique venue with a variety of terrain.” The course incorporates the grounds of Moody Gardens, Palm Beach, the banks of Offats Bayou, and the surrounding area, and even has “Temptation Island” where participants can take a break from the course for some pampering. For the May event there will be lots of new surprises, including a monkey bartype obstacle, and even more mud.
wave of the Gritty Goddess at 1:30pm allows girls aged 8-13 to participate with their mothers, older sisters, or female guardians as part of the Goddess + Nymph Challenge. Saturday afternoon at 3pm there is also the GRITTY KIDS event, a shorter 1k obstacle/mud run for all children, both male and female, aged 6-13. For more information and to register, go to grittygoddess.com or www.grittykids.com. You can also find them on Facebook at “Gritty Goddess Obstacle Run”.
The Gritty Goddess is non-competitive so participants can complete the course at their own pace, and enjoy every moment. Women can join the “Sisterhood of the Soil” as an individual, or form a team and do the course with friends, family, or co-workers. In fact, funny team names and wacky costumes are encouraged. Waves of 125 participants will go off every 10 minutes starting at 8:30am, and each wave bears the name of a famous goddess like Aphrodite, Athena, and Venus. Teams must register as individuals for the same time/wave. After completing the course, women can shower, change clothes, relax and enjoy an ice cream sundae, and complimentary beer or wine. The entry fee also includes entry to Palm Beach for the afternoon, and the “GLOW GODDESS” after-party on Saturday evening, with DJ Hexum and glow necklaces for everyone. “This event is all about camaraderie, challenging yourself physically, and most of all having a full day of fun”, says Jordan, “because every woman deserves a day off!” when you mention The SCENE.Valid April 2013 only.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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THE 20TH ANNUAL
CLEAR LAKE GREEK FESTIVAL May 10, 11 & 12 at Landolt Pavillion, Clear Lake Park on NASA Pkwy
The Greeks are credited with influencing cultures and civilizations around the globe for centuries. They gave birth to philosophy, astronomy, democracy, mathematics and science, and Greece was known in ancient times as the seat of learning. In modern times around Clear Lake, the Greeks are known for all that and throwing a fun, family-friendly festival every May.
For the 20th year on May 10, 11 & 12, members of the St. John the Theologian Greek Orthodox will transform Clear Lake Park into a beautiful Mediterranean coastline for one of our area’s most popular events, the Clear Lake Greek Festival. Roughly 6,000 people attend this event over the course of the three-day weekend every year. The event is the primary fundraiser for the church and will feature tasty homemade Greek food and pastries available including: Their famous gyros, tyropitas (cheese pie), spanakopitas (spinach pie), Greek rotisserie chicken, souvlaki skewers, loukoumades (fritters in honey and cinnamon), and baklava. There will also be delicious Greek desserts, traditional Greek wine, non-stop music and dancing, exciting exhibition folk dancing and much more including rides and moonwalks in the children’s amusement area. Buy your tickets today! General admission tickets are $4, and presale tickets include admission fee and a meal of your choosing for only $12. Visit www.clearlakegreek festival.com for more information or contact Demos Thanos at 713-417-3731 or via e-mail at briargrovetexaco@yahoo. com.
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Every Wednesday @ 6:15pm • Villa Capri
Every Thursday • Kemah Boardwalk
April 19 - 20 • Galveston Bay
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, League City
Gritty Goddess
18th Annual Keels & Wheels
Blessing of the Fleet
May 4 • Moody Gardens, Galveston Island
May 4-5 • Lakewood Yacht Club
May 5 • Clear Creek Channel, Kemah
Clear Lake Biz & Wellness Expo
Clear Lake Greek Festival
Strawberry Festival
May 9 • Gloria Dei Church, Nassau Bay
May 10, 11 & 12 • Landolt Pavilion, CL Park
May 17-19 • Pasadena Convention Center
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On the Water
HEALD BANK RACE scheduled for April 21-22 Lakewood Yacht Club Race Committee Chairman Gerhard Wittich has announced that this year’s Heald Bank Regatta has been scheduled for the weekend of April 20 – 21. This is the first race of a series to determine the winner of the Texas Offshore Racing Circuit (TORC). The second event is an offshore regatta hosted by Houston Yacht Club while the final event is the Galveston Bay Cruising Association’s Texas Race Week. At the conclusion of Race Week, the prestigious Texas Navy Cup will be awarded to the TORC spinnaker champion using PHRF with spinnaker handicapping. This year, 2013, marks the 50th anniversary of the TORC which was founded in 1963. In celebration of this, there is an effort underway to establish a new perpetual trophy for the TORC non-spinnaker championship using PHRF handicapping and counting all three events. The Heald Bank Regatta, which is open to the public, is held offshore in the Gulf of Mexico starting at the Galveston jetties, marker 11. The race begins on Saturday afternoon and finishes early on Sunday morning. In addition to the PHRF spinnaker and non-spinnaker classes, boats may enter in cruising fleets or in a multihull fleet. Cruising class boats will receive a handicap assigned by the race committee and are not required to provide a PHRF certificate. Multihull boats will need to have a handicap certificate issued by the Texas Offshore Multihull Association (TOMA). All spinnaker boats will sail a triangle course of approximately 90 nautical miles while the non-spinnaker boats will sail a two leg course of approximately 60 nautical miles. “This should be one of the most fun nights of racing that one can experience offshore south of Galveston,” related Wittich. “It is also a good warm up for the longer distance races held later on in the Gulf such as our popular Harvest Moon Regatta coming up October 17 - 19 of this year,” he added.
Upcoming Calendar
Elissa Regatta Sat & Sun, April 6 & 7 • Galv. Bay HYC Offshore Regatta Fri & Sat, April 26 & 27 • Gulf HYC Spring Series #2 Sun, May 5 • Galveston Bay Houston Yacht Club 281-471-1255
Heald Bank Offshore Regatta Sat. & Sun. April 20-21 • Gulf of Mex
Shoe Regatta Fri.-Sun., May 17-19 • Galv. Bay Lakewood Yacht Club • 281-474-2511
GBCA/ SOS-TEX Conundrum Regatta Sat , May 4 • Galveston Bay Galveston Bay Cruising Association
Wednesday Night Races On Clear Lake
There is a Skippers Meeting and TORC kick-off on Fri., April 19, 7:30 pm in the Chart Room Lakewood Yacht Club, 2425 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, TX, 77586. Trophies for this race will be presented during the Shoe Regatta Awards Ceremony which will be held the evening of Sun. May 19.
Series One, Race 2 Wed., April 10 (6:15pm) ....Villa Capri
To register for the Heald Bank Regatta, please go to Lakewood’s website at www.lakewoodyachtclub.com or call the club’s office at 281-474-2511.
Series One, Race 4 Wed., April 24 (6:15pm) ....Villa Capri
Info: 281-636-3508
Series One, Race 3 Wed., April 17 (6:15pm) ....Villa Capri
Weiner-Robinson Theater • Cont. from page 21 Jaye laid the groundwork for excellence with three highly acclaimed CD’s on Islands Records with “Miles,” “Strong” and “Irresistible.” Then continued the excellence with his own company, Black Tree Records, producing titles such as, ‘Odyssey,’ ‘Divine Ascension,’ ‘Romantic Storm,’ ‘Time to Get My Mind Right’ and ‘Humanity.’ On Jaye’s newest release, ‘Attenergy,’ his extensive training as a classical and jazz violinist is evident, as well as his soulful vocals in ‘God’s Creation.’ Jaye is especially proud of writing and producing six tracks on the certified ‘Gold Joy’ CD for his mentor, R & B musician Teddy Pendergrass. A prolific composer, Jaye has penned and recorded more than 50 original compositions and has the unique distinction of recording no less than 12 different instruments on several of his critically acclaimed CDs. Another upcoming event is the auditions for “Preach Again!” on April 20 and 27. Refer to the website for times, and and like their page: www.facebook.com/Weiner-RobinsonTheater. “Preach Again!” is an evangelical event where conetstants will compete to hold a revival with gospel music during the month of June at the theater. For more information on this new theatre, log onto their website, www.WRTheater.com or call 979-319-1421.
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Signature Drinks: JACKIE B’s / SUDIE’s Delta Dawg – Have a “dawg-gone” good time with the Delta Dawg. This colorful frozen concoction is half margarita and half hurricane based with a raspberry liqueur and topped with a melon liqueur. Pair it with a tasty
order of fried shrimp and homemade hushpuppies. It’s a Sudie’s specialty! River Bottom Margarita – A Texas recipe that promises you will fall in love with the first sip. It’s a frozen margarita poured over a raspberry base. It’s the perfect complement to the Southwest snapper’s spicy topping of sautéed shrimp, crabmeat, mushroom, diced jalapeno, cilantro, and scallions. Blue Hawaiian – Say "aloha" to this sweet mixture of light rum, Blue Curacao, and pineapple juice served on the rocks. The tropical cocktail can be served alongside the Mahi Magnolia. This combination is fit for a royal like King Kamehameha, Hawaii’s first king. Prepared at
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BAY AREA IDOL: Continued from Page 47 It was something she loved to do, but did not go public with her talent or even sing karaoke until about two years ago. “Singing is my soapbox,” said the personable Arias. “You can tell life what you think about what is has given you. Like happy songs bring back happy memories. And heartbreak songs…” Her voice trails off. Arias tries to connect her life with her songs. “Every song should be a story and relate to you. Singing to me is my lifeline and it relieves stress.” Arias’ blues based band The Midnight Eyes is three months strong and performing “their version of every song” around Houston. She listens to a wide range of music, depending on her mood, from Amy Winehouse, Bob Marley, Elton John, and to The Eagles. “I am dig-
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ging underground new rappers,” Arias said. “It’s opposite of what I do, but they are bringing the storytelling back, like Tyler The Creator and Earl Sweatshirt. ‘Folky’ singer songwriters like Citizen Cope are really inspiring.” The self-professed “film buff” says her other interests include watching movies, reading good books like the Great Gatsby, and hanging out with people “who make me better and feel happy.” Arias currently hosts karaoke at F Bar Houston and attends school for a medical assisting certification. She will be graduating school soon and looking toward pursuing an education to be a registered nurse. Arias is being considered for a new singing show on NBC called “The Winner Is…” and is waiting on a callback from the network. To other aspiring singers (she considers herself one too,) Arias offers this advice, “Sing for what you love in life, what inspires you, and what you love from the bottom of your heart. Fame may come, but it’s a hurdle. Stay humble above everything else. Do it because you have something to give.” “Tons of encouragement from friends and family” helps Arias to keep focused. Her parents, friends, and coworkers have been supportive and very positive. “I am very happy in life.” Arias wants to thank Erin Webb and YourTownTV.com, the judges at Bay Area Idol, and everyone who has urged her at some point to continue her dreams and said “you have something special to give.”
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THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE man's newest CD, and take it with you on your journey being on your bike on a cross country ride, at the gym, or in your mind.
Loose Notes: Continued from Page 41 Down the road at Walter Hall Park should be the annual Village Fair and Music Festival. Looking forward!
Free flowing fluidic layers of soothing riffs and sonic ventures for the soul plus a Classical Gas passage where Andrew takes the metronome into overdrive scoring this album on the "top shelf of the year" list. (AndrewBateman.com)
ALBUM REVIEWS - Got two dandies for you from our local sound garden. Both were self-produced, home recorded and tastefully mastered presenting the listener content a clarity which doesn't force you to hunt for intent and meaning. Music ready for your ears to take in and fuel for your imagination and soul.
LIKE IT OR NOT - Is a compilation of originals from The Black Light Mannequins (Joe Penley, Ron Roulias and Casey Bennett) that might be a tough CD to come by. According to Bennett, the CD has already practically sold out, so you folks may have to resort to "borrowing from your friend." We got ours! This album solidly addresses humanity's chapters that have been experienced by many of coming through the storm, regathering one's self, and of moving on. And if the heady content were not good enough, I've got "LIKE IT OR NOT" on my list of what a good home-spun engineered album might ought to sound like.
ETERNAL It's 2013, and we're supposed to be freeing our minds. Take a tip: Score yourself a copy of Andrew Bate-
One CD, ten songs, and three members of the band adds up to 14 mannequins! Get your copy while you can! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Column & Photos by Andy Eng • Andy@scenelive.net
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Clear Lake Symphony
This year's winners/soloists included: Nathaniel Zhang (piano)
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Nathan Lo (piano) Samuel James (bassoon) Jenny Jiang (violin) Elaine Wood (cello) Elise Lasker (oboe) Adam Sadberry (flute) Meghan Faw (violin) Okay, so aerospace has pulled the rug out from under many of us, but the Clear Lake Crawfish Festival folks got it, and adjusted their annual festival to "good-time-by-all" proportions. Nice job! The gumbo cook-off was as hot as ever and The School of Rock was a fun and interesting group at this year's right-sized event. Speaking of one-pot cook-offs, across town in League City, we dropped in on the inaugural cook off fundraiser for the Butler Longhorn Museum where the winners were clearly the taste testers. An event is not com-
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plete unless there's good live music and the Kevin Anthony Band was there doing it up right. Another League City inaugural event went down in March which was the Uncorked Wine Festival. Wines from around the world were presented, courtesy of HEB and volunteers. Tops at the event was the Belly Dancing show by Sundari Ali (who performs regularly at Mediterraneo) along with the live music by Andrew Bateman and Tony Henry were refreshingly fun.
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY PUB CRAWL Six Venues in Six Cities • Thanks to our hosts: Sherlock’s Pub, Cabo, Pier 27 Tavern, Jackie’s Brickhouse & Dempsey’s Irish Grill
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Josie Arias wins BAY AREA IDOL By Rhonda Meredith Twenty-one year old Josie Arias was voted the winner of the first annual Bay Area Houston Idol, a YourTownTV.com, LLC Production. The finals took place at The Hut at La Brisa Mexican Restaurant in League City last month. The event was formed to find the most talented singers the Bay Area has to offer and help them kick start their career in the music industry. Arias was chosen over ninety contestants and won a $1,000 cash prize, a publicity campaign with YourTownTv.com, a record label consult, and more. “It felt amazing to win,” said Arias. “There were so many phenomenal singers and I feel blessed to have been a part of such a talented group of singers.”
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The Houston native says she received a link about Bay Area Idol and the rest (they say) is history. This was Arias’ third competition and her song choices were picked by the following thoughts, “Can this be real? Can I give you real? Can I sing this so someone can feel it by the time I am done and get offstage?” One such song that brought the crowd to its feet was Arias’ powerful rendition of Adele’s song “One and Only.” “Everyone was in awe and her voice was very powerful and full of emotion,” said SCENE representative Maricarmen Bates. “I remember turning to the people next to me and them mouthing ‘Wow!’” As a child, Arias’ dad fostered a “deep love of music” in her as she listened to old blues, Janis Joplin, and Jimi Hendrix. Arias has been singing since she was little. - Continued on Page 39
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Loose Notes: Cont. from Page 55 Her band (Myrna Sanders, Jason Padilla and Clint Glaze on bass, drums and keys) lays down an abundantly ample bed of energetic groove with a pizazz all its own. Do catch the Starr Jernigan band at Fatty's and anywhere you possibly can! Your ears will love you for it. SONGWRITERS - And that would be the new gig happening every 3rd Wednesday night at T-Bone Starr Jernigan Tom's. Hosted by Jerry Diaz and featuring Band @ Fatty’s local and regional original song writers, we caught Mark Haddock in March and looking forward to checking into SONGJerry Diaz WRITERS in the months at T-Bone ahead. Stay in tune or Tom's better yet, see you there!
the audience and our lenses like never before. Next up, we saw 10 Years along with Houston's Band of the Year, The Last Place You Look, opening the show. Either one of these groups could have sold the place out and both did easily. Winding up spring break was Hinder coming 10 Years @ Scout Bar into town stronger than ever. One thing in common with all three of these groups was the eye contact made between the band and audience, something you can't fake. Folks, March at Scout Bar was a doozie, but things are just getting started with April's lineup coming up next. Great shows, great crowds, great sound and lights. It's called Tour Stop Clear Lake, and it's at Scout Bar.
OVER THE TOP - For March goes to Tour Stop Clear Lake pulling off a triple header of shows at Scout Bar. Leading off was A.D. Rowntree and the 94.5FM Buzznite with New Politics coming into town from Scandinavia. Pretty cool for a Sunday, yes? We've seen this group before at BuzzFest but never like this as they cleared the stage and literally flipped out
The Last Place You Look @ Scout Bar
Hinder @ Scout Bar
OUT AND ABOUT - Took us to some nifty happenings around town. The Clear Lake Symphony presented a superb evening concert featuring the winners from their 27th annual solo competition. This contest was originally designed to enhance student performance before a live audience accompanied by a symphony orchestra for which I'm positive my predecessor, the late Jim Shortt, would have givena "Bravo" mention. - Continued on Page 41
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JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE: Cont. from Previous Page Jackie’s Brickhouse hosts many of the biggest and hottest bands in the Houston area. The venue is vibrant on Friday and Saturday nights with a packed dance floor. In April alone, Hamilton Loomis, The Nailers, Andy and the Dreamsicles, Madigan, and Kaos are just some of the bands that will be performing. Stop in on Sundays from 2 to 6 p.m. to catch live acoustic music under the palapa. Enjoy the Kemah Crawfish Special on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays all day long at just $4.99 per pound. Every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m., crawfish is $3.99 per pound and beer specials are featured. “So, when you’re tired of paying for parking, outrageous Crawfish prices and over priced beer, come to Jackie's where the parking is free, the bugs are cheap and the beer is cold!” said Barrera. Some sneak peeks at the events coming up at Jackie’s Brickhouse are: • Bike Night on Thursday, April 18 with Tantrum performing. • National Lei Day party on Wednesday, May 1. • The HT Red fish Series Fishing Tournament will be held at Jackie's May 22-25. • "Rock you like a Hurricane" benefit for disaster relief on Saturday, June 1, will observe the first day of hurricane season. • The International Men of Steel will be back to blow the roof off on Wednesday, June 12. • Bikini Contest on Thursday, July 11. • The Woodstock Anniversary party will pay homage to the iconic festival August 15 to 17. • A Blues Festival on October 5 and 6. “And this is only some of the things we have working,” said Barrera. “So make your summer plans around these great events. There is literally SOMETHING for everyone! We do not and will not forget where we came from or the people who helped us get here. There will always be a fun, friendly, family-owned business right here at Jackie's Brickhouse… where the party never ends.” The venue is open daily from 11 to 2 a.m. with smoking allowed indoors and outdoors. Call 832-8642459 or visit www.jackiesbrickhouse.com for further information.
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Jackie’s Brickhouse hosts “Beauties on the Bay” Ladies-Only Fishing Tournament • April 19 & 20 By Rhonda Meredith There are plenty of fish in the sea. Join Jackie’s Brickhouse for their inaugural "Beauties on the Bay" ladiesonly fishing tournament on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20. The check-in, captain’s meeting, and social mixer will be held on April 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Jackie’s Brickhouse located at 1053 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) in Kemah with an on-site registration during the first hour. Come dressed in your best fishing outfit as contest photos will be taken to determine semi-finalists for the “Best Team Outfit” award. On Saturday, April 20, the inshore tournament will start at the official sunrise. Each team can be up to four women with a guide. The guide or driver can be a male. The tournament has a professional and non-professional division with live and/or artificial bait allowed in both divisions. All Texas Parks and Wildlife Rules and Regulations apply. You must have a valid/current fishing license with a saltwater stamp from Texas Parks and Wildlife to fish in this tournament.
area hotels, guides offering special rates and registration. The registration fee includes a Brickhouse Beauties t-shirt, the Saturday night dinner, a goodie bag filled with lots of surprises, a team JBH Brick to go on the wall inside of Jackie’s Brickhouse, the entry into the Best Team Outfit contest, and of course the chance to win money and Waterloo Rods. Visit Brickhouse Beauties on the Bay on Facebook to learn more. The original idea behind Jackie’s Brickhouse was to open a friendly, neighborhood bar that served brick oven pizza. The venue quickly turned into a point of destination in Kemah for food, games and entertainment for the entire family.
The team weigh-ins are between 1 and 4 p.m. Cash awards will be given to the first, second and third place teams, and the heaviest team five-fish stringer of eligible fish in each division with a live weigh-in bonus. Individual awards are presented in each division for heaviest trout and redfish. Also, custom Water“We are taking loo Rods will be given to the first-place things in a new, bigteam in each division. Plus, optional ger, bolder, better diCalcutta and cash pots are available. rection this year and have appealed to a The awards presentation, a raffle, much broader, more and dinner are immediately following. All proceeds from the auction items and versatile crowd and love the response we've gotten so far,” said General Manager raffle proceeds will be donated to a breast cancer awareness organization. John Barrera. “We want to extend outside the four walls and become more involved in festivals, tournaments, special Visit www.brickhousebeauevents, etc., all while continuing to stick to the fun, lively place tiesonthebay.com for more inthat made us so popular.” - Continued on Page 46 formation on rules, sponsors,
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ONE OF THE BEST INVITES TO GET:
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SILVER EAGLE’S 2013 TRADE SHOW Houston-based Silver Eagle Distributors is the nation’s largest distributor of Anheuser-Busch products. While much of the Silver Eagle empire was built getting Budweiser products to market from Houston to San Antonio, they know craft beer is the top-performing beer segment and have developed an impressive craft beer portfolio as a result. The list of craft beers carried by Silver Eagle is a long one with well-known national craft brewers such as Sierra Nevada (California), Widmer Brothers (Oregon), Red Hook (Washington), Pyramid (Washington), Flying Dog (Maryland), Kona (Hawaii) and Rogue (Oregon). And equally as impressive is the stable of Texas craft brewers Silver Eagle has been able to sign up, including Saint Arnold (Houston), Rahr & Sons (Fort Worth), Karbach Brewing (Houston) and one of the state’s newest breweries, Fort Bend Brewing (Missouri City). All outstanding to solid breweries. Three American craft breweries in the Silver Eagle line-up that you may not have heard of, but should are, Lazy Magnolia (Mississippi), Southern Tier Brewing (New York) and possibly my new favorite, Sixpoint Brewing (New York). I’ve been aware of Lazy Magnolia for a while and have enjoyed a couple Southern Pecan Nut Brown Ales, which claims to be the first beer in the world made with roasted pecans, locally. The Deep South Pale Ale and Jefferson Stout, a Sweet Potato Cream Stout, made a very positive impression. Southern Tier Brewing, which it was explained to me gets its name from being located in the southern half of New York south of Interstate 90, just arrived in Houston the day before the trade show and is Silver Eagle’s newest brand to carry. The Imperial Iniquity Black Ale was impressive and one of five beers that should be available by the time this issue hits the streets. But my favorite of the entire show was Sixpoint Brewery, also from New York state. Only available in Texas since late last year, I really respect the bold creativity of Sixpoint. The core Sixpoint Beers are named “Sweet Action,” “Righteous Ale,” “Bengali Tiger,” “The Crisp,” “Brownstone” and “Resin.” Sure, creative names for beers are nothing new. But what I first noticed is nowhere on their cans is there any reference to any kind of style or type of beer, like IPA, Pale Ale, Blonde, Stout, Bock, etc. While many breweries claim to put their own twist on beer styles that have been around for hundreds of years, Sixpoint may be the first I’ve come across with beers so unique and extreme that they don’t even mess with styles at all. Something this beer enthusiast and brewer finds really refreshing and appreciates even more because the beer is really good. Best bet on landing some Sixpoint locally is the new and highly-regarded Nobi Public House on NASA Parkway in Webster. Cheers! - John Ennis
TEXAS BEER: Continued From Page 51 In simple terms, SB 639 limits flexibility brewers have in pricing their beer, outlaws a manufacturer (brewer) from accepting payment from a wholesaler (distributor) for territorial distribution rights although the code does not prohibit a wholesaler from selling territorial rights of a manufacturer to another wholesaler. Needless to say, this bill is a step backwards for many current and all future craft breweries who have not come to an agreement with a distributor. SB 515 is a “game-changer” for brewpubs and increases annual production limit of brewpubs from 5,000 barrels to 10,000 barrels and, more importantly, allows all brewpubs to sell to wholesalers and self-distribute up to 1,000 barrels per year from a single brewpub and up to 2,500 barrels per year from all brewpubs. This means for the first time, a Texas brewpub will be allowed to sell its beer outside the brewpub. Something common all over the country, but not in Texas – until now!
The last two bills to pass the Senate unanimously are SB 516 & 517 which creates a new Brewer Distributor permit, but really limits – almost in half – the maximum amount of beer a production brewer can self-distribute to 40,000 barrels per year.
A potential “game-changer” for production breweries is SB 518 which allows production breweries who have less than 225,000
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barrels of annual production to sell up to 5,000 barrels per year to consumers for on-site consumption. That means breweries can sell beer to their guests, but only for on-site consumption. So I’m guessing the entertainment schedule at most Texas breweries is about to be enhanced as the difference between a brewpub and production brewery has become hazy as a brewpub’s beer can now be sold off-site and a production brewery can now sell its beer on-site. Major development even with the negative impact SB 639 will have on smaller production breweries.
Now the bills will be substituted for their companion House versions in the House Licensing and Administrative Procedures Committee for a vote before being sent to the full House for a vote on the floor. Once they pass these next two steps, the bills will be sent to the Governor. Fingers crossed there are no surprises like in 2011.
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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
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The Texas ^ Revolution Two Steps Forward & One Step Back For Texas Craft Brewers By John Ennis After legislation in 2007, 2009 and 2011 failed, it does look like 2013 will be the year independent, Texas-based breweries will claim victory in Austin and not get completely steamrolled by the state’s powerful beer distributors and International beer conglomerates. Optimism comes from a deal struck between the Texas Craft Brewers Guild, beer distributors, large brewers and the Open The Taps non-profit organization which resulted in multiple new Senate Bills. So far, two ground-breaking bills for Texas Brew Pubs (SB 515, 518) have passed the Senate unanimously (both 31-0) and are moving forward to the House. Also having
passed the Senate as of press time is the controversial SB 639, nicknamed the “Craft Brewery Poison Pill.”
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)
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8TH WONDER BREWERY officially opened (got final TABC approval) last month and is the newest addition to our list of Texas Breweries to launch since the last effort to relax some of the strickest, business-unfriendly laws for brewers in the country. As the name suggests, this brewery is from Houston. And we are predicting a brighter future for the brewery than its namesake, the Astrodome. Cheers!
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Where: 1010 B NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Fri 2-8 pm What: $1.50 Dom Drafts, $4.50 Dom. Pitchers, $1.75 Dom. Bottles; $2.75 Well Drinks
Where: 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
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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)
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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
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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
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Where: 1303 NASA Parkway What/When: Everyday 11am7pm; $2 Domestic Beer; $2.50 Imports & $3 House Wine
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Featured Bartender ANDI @ PIER 27 TAVERN
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
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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.
-------------------Lucky 7. Andi has a “lucky” seven years bartending experience. Besides the lucky number, she has loyalty on her side. “Andi has been at Pier 27 Tavern since day one,” said owner Shun Mason Wafer. The bubbly blonde says Pier 27 is “like family” and the customers “treat her good.”
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Where: 1918 NASA Parkway, Seabrook When: Tues-Fri What: $3.75 Wells, 2.50 Dom Beers, $5 House Wine. Plus daily drink specials.
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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
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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)
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RocknRolla! A London mob boss, a rocker presumed dead, Guy Ritchie, and Gerard Butler are all in a 2008 movie called “RocknRolla.” Get it on Netflix because Andi says it’s an awesome movie.
April 15th is Titantic Remembrance Day. What with an alliga“I’m the king of the tor? “Sex With An Alligaworld,” she smiles indicattor” is the laidback ing she has seen the bartender’s favorite drink blockbuster movie. Andi to make. “It’s pretty,” she has never been on a says. The adult beverage is cruise, but does like boats. layered with the vibrant colors of Midori, Sound off… 1… 2… Razzmatazz, and Jägermeister. Life motto: Goonies never say die! Summer at the beach… Sounds like a In her CD player right Lifetime movie, but it’s now: Tegan and Sara where you will find the League City area resident Favorite TV shows: Big when she isn’t at work. Bang Theory and For the record, Andi was Ghosthunters born in Louisiana and
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
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THE SCENE: LOCAL LIVE MUSIC GUIDE THE SCENE MAGAZINE • PROVIDING THE BEST COVERAGE OF THE CLEAR LAKE/BAY AREA LIVE MUSIC SCENE
PICTURED ABOVE: 10 Years at Scout Bar; Clear Lake Symphony; Rankin Twins at Houston Live Stock Show & Rodeo the frolicking to a frenzy were perhaps the "Bestest" of live music shows including the likes of 3 Peace, Soul Pride, Alpha Dog, Jared Waggoner and Rat Ranch. Thanks to all of the venues for laying out the welcome mat and throwing everybody a good time. Tis good being Irish!
Loose Notes Andy Eng by
Did March and the Madness pass by with a BANG or did it? Hope everybody's bracket and Spring Break was fun. Just to be sure ourselves, we ventured out and met up with many of you out and about on the SCENE including some new stops that were interesting and enlightening. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We enjoy being with you. Now, let's run down some of what all went down... ST. PATRICK'S DAY - Well, you did it; we did it, too, but then, why not? Our adventures on perhaps the nicest Sunday of the month included a trolley full of merry mongers, a fresh keg of Galactic Coast Beer, a green light to go for the gusto, and stops at the Hilton, Dempsey's (three thumbs up on their leprechaun toss), Pier 27, Jackie's Brickhouse, Cabo and Sherlock's. Holy moly! Were things cooking or what? Whipping up
NO DOUBT - Fatty's has been bringing us a good assortment of live music and this month, we checked out the Starr Jernigan Band. We were impressed with this band the first time we caught them Mark Haddock at T-Bone Tom's at the Seagull a couple months ago. We did a follow up in March and are positive that this is one of the best local rock and blues band happening. Got it? Starr cooks up effortlessly endless smooth and articulate lead licks for which I'm pretty positive are original each and every time. - Continued on Page 45
Starr Jernigan Band @ Fatty’s
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SCOUT BAR:
CELEBRATING NINE YEARS ROCKING THE BAY AREA By Rhonda Meredith For the past nine years, Scout Bar, located at 18307 Egret Bay Boulevard in Webster, has rocked the Bay Area with many of the best and brightest local and regional talent as well as major national and international touring acts. On Saturday, April 27, the popular venue will host an anniversary party featuring musical bands Erase The Virus, Saturate, Trancend, and more. Entry is free for 21+ with an invitation or $10 without an invitation. Stop by the venue to get yours! 18+ are welcome. There will be many doors prizes and drink specials all night.
Candlebox Thursday, April 18 SCOUT BAR
Scout Bar Anniversary Party
Scout Bar is bringing it full force in April with performances by Metalachi, the world's only metal mariachi band with special guests Cassette Tape, and Potbelly on Friday, April 5. Awesome tribute bands like Kings of Seattle featuring Pearl Gem (Pearl Jam tribute), Alyson Chains (Alice In Chains tribute), Nervana (Nirvana tribute) and Mad Temple (Mad Season/Temple of the Dog tributes) will be taking the stage on Saturday, April 6. It’s a deal of a show with five bands in the line-up for only $10. Other tribute bands that are on the schedule are The Noose (A Perfect Circle tribute), Freaks On A Leash (Korn tribute) and 7 Words (Deftones tribute). Performing during the month of April are the always fun party band The Spazmatics, national acts like the hip hop duo Twiztid with the rapcore band Hed PE, Christian rock band The Almost, the hip hop group Kottonmouth Kings, Seattle alternative rock band Candlebox, Cleveland’s own Filter, Swedish melodic death metal band Soilwork, Device, an industrial metal band started by Disturbed’s frontman, with the ever popular Nonpoint, heavy metal band Powerman 5000, and American Southern rock, country, and alternative hip hop band Rehab. Scout Bar, in association with Houston radio station 94.5 “The Buzz,” hosts The Texas Buzz show every Sunday night. Three bands, either local or based in Texas, are showcased. Occasionally, there may be an out-of-state guest on
Saturday, April 27 with SATURATE, ERASETHEVIRUS & TRANCEND the bill. This month, you can check out Oceans of Slumber, Taproot, Avid Fixation, and In Altum. There is never a cover charge for The Texas Buzz Show.
Filter Thursday, April 23 SCOUT BAR
On April 20, the annual “4/20 Show” has local bands Six Gun Sound, Hold Fast Fables, and The Medicine Years on the bill. Scout Bar’s lighting and sound equipment have been designed to give you the ultimate experience. The venue uses an assortment of tour grade intelligent lighting and LED lights to create unique visual effects. Come check out an energy-fueled concert in a comfortable atmosphere. The interior has an artsy feel. The crowd will vary with the genre, but the love of music unites us all.
Soilwork Wednesday, April 24 SCOUT BAR
If high-energy dance music is your thing, then visit the club within the club… The Green Room is located inside Scout Bar and has its own dance floor, seating, bar, and outdoor patio. DJ’s spin an eclectic mix of high energy dance music, rock, old school industrial, and ‘80s music to current dance videos. Scout Bar’s box office hours are Wednesdays to Sundays from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Their direct number is 281-335-0002. Show tickets can be purchased online at www.scoutbar.com or by calling 888-512-SHOW. Scout Bar is a nonsmoking venue, but smoking is allowed on the outdoor patios. Parking is free.
Device Thursday, April 25 SCOUT BAR
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Boat’s ‘n’ Ho’s Party Costume theme party! Energizer tha DJ rockin’ the house! Movie on MY TIME MONDAYS with Blake & Ash Karaoke at its Best with Lady BG... Cash prize every week for TIME-OUT TUESDAYS WIND-DOWN WEDNESDAYS w/ Andi & Kristin TWISTED THURSDAYS with Q & Bobbie POWER HOUR $4 U-CALL ITs 8-9pm on FREAKY FRIDAYS Club P27 on SEXY SATURDAYS Service Industry Night on SIMMER DOWN SUNDAYS w/ Poker @ 2pm & Late Night Horrors with Blake & Ash
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