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HOLIDAY CATERING & PARTY GUIDE With the holidays approaching, you don’t need to spend all your time searching for the perfect venue for your next party. We’ve done all the research and gathered all the important details for you. Whether you’re looking for an intimate setting or a venue for a larger corporation, we’ve got you covered. Below is a list of the top restaurants and venues in the area that are ready to host your next holiday party!

Railean at krailean@railean.com for more information. Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant (515 E. NASA Pkwy., Webster • 281-332-5362): On-site catering: Yes. We have two rooms at our Webster location – in the enclosed patio and the other in our banquet room (upstairs), where we can accommodate up to 70 guests. Our banquet room is newly renovated, perfect for birthdays, corporate meetings, rehearsals, showers or any type of event. We provide our signature fajita buffet menu option, or if you would like to upgrade to a more formal experience, no problem! Just ask our managers for your ideal meal. Cakes and decorations are accepted at no additional charge, or deposit is $200 and can be utilized with the total bill. Our patio area is also set up buffet or parrillada style. We can create it just as personal as the banquet room. Off-site catering: We do cater off-site and deliver. We can handle any quantity, but ask that you call one week in advance if your party is larger than 100. Why us: Our restaurant has been family owned and operated in the Bay Area for more than 20 years. Just try our signature fajitas and margaritas – Supremely Mamacita’s!

Railean Distillery & Buccaneer Bar (341 5th Street {off Bayshore Dr.}, San Leon • 713-545-2742): On-site catering: Have your event at a working distillery! Your guests can hang out at the pirate-themed Railean Buccaneer Bar and experience a tour of the distillery, enjoy a sampling of Railean Rum, Vodka, Blue Agave, and Whiskey. We serve premium cocktails and have friendly and knowledgeable staff. We can host private events at our facility for up to 100 people. A basic 4hour private event package includes a tour of the distillery, a tasting and two drink tickets per person. Additional drink packages are also available. Pricing for the venue starts at $575, depending on the date & number of guests, call or email for pricing and availability. We do not serve food. You can bring your own food; choose your own caterer; we can cater your event for you; or we can put you in touch with local food trucks. We have a unique venue for happy hour parties, holiday celebrations, group meetings, team building activities, parties, club meetings and get-togethers, and family events. Visit www.railean.com or email Kelly

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A LITTLE (THAI) SPICE FOR EVERYONE! By Mark Evangelista For Orasinee Nitayangkul Ratanaarporn, the road to opening her first Thai Spice was longer than her name. Now 32 years later, she and her husband Pat have reassumed control of Thai Spice Noodle and Sushi House to lure devotees of the cuisine of her native country and welcome newbies with soul-pleasing twists on familiar Thai dishes. “My husband, he has always loved my food,” Orasinee said. “He said we should give the (first) restaurant a try. If we succeed, we work there. If not, we go to New York and become waiters.” The Ratanaarporns never had to worry about moving away. And with Orasinee and her husband back at the helm, they have created a new home for Clear Lake foodies. Thai Spice has eight locations scattered throughout the Houston area. The first Thai Spice opened in 1983 remains in the Rice Village; other locations include Bellaire, Pearland, downtown Houston, the Heights, Katy and Westheimer. The updated restaurant at 300 W. Bay Area Blvd. in Webster is modern, yet cozy. After taking over from the previous franchisee, the Ratanaarporns ripped out the walls down to the studs from floor to ceiling throughout and rebuilt it anew. Along with new management, new walls and even new ceilings this all makes for a brighter ambiance fitting for a grand opening. Besides the clean design and modern tables and chairs, charming wall coverings spotlight the staples of their offerings such as rice and noodles. With the physical makeover, came a menu makeover that you can not only taste, but truly enjoy. Even the drinks showcase how much change has taken place, starting with the young coconut and the Jamaica. Their young coconut drink with pulp is easily more thirst quenching than any sports drink. Served in a hurricane glass, for some folks, this refreshing concoction could invoke flashbacks of traveling to Southeast Asia. While there is no man with a machete carving out an opening in a green-husked coconut, this drink could easily become a go-to drink for summer – or anytime of year around here! - Continued on Page 10

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Another wet-worthy companion to the aromatic fare at Thai Spice is the Jamaica tea. Steeped with hibiscus leaves and blended with a sugar syrup, this could be a dually delectable beverage. Straight up, guests will be enjoying a flower in liquid form; mixed with rum (which guests can bring to the establishment with the BYOB policy), this becomes a ticket to paradise.

The rest of the revamped menu is solid with such dishes as the life-affirming yellow curry and coconut ice cream with sweet rice. The ice cream works as an extinguisher to the fantastic curries. Remember that the curries can be tailored to your taste buds and tolerance for heat.

Good food should follow good refreshments, right? In this case, the transition is seamless. A good start is the Angel Wings, a crispy, savory serving of chicken wings. No servers in orange will serve you a better order of wings. Tomato sauce, red onion, hoisin sauce, sugar, garlic and oyster sauce envelop these lucky chicken pieces and transform them a mandatory start to the meal. The tenets of Thai cuisine – sweet, spicy, sour, bitter and salty – will be having a dance party on your palate. Find traditional sushi dishes here providing the comfort that people crave. But for those eager for culinary adventure, the sushi chef offers a dish that at first confounds and then wows: Jalapeños

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The discovery of one incendiary condiment may be worthy of a pilgrimage by chiliheads. The chili fish sauce, known as prik nam pla, is made with imported peppers from Thailand and fish sauce. For those who enjoy that strange mix of pleasure and pain, this is fifty shades of taste. Even if you can’t stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen and order some food to go. On a recent early evening, the restaurant did a brisk business of take-away for office workers on the way home. A gathering of young professionals with lanyards and company ID cards filled the dining room with lively conversation and laughter. With the BYOB policy, a quick stop for crowd-pleasing beverages makes for more “team-building.” (Thai Spice does not charge corkage fees, by the way.) While the flavors are complex, the simple decision to eat here is made easier with value and accessible pricing. Items such as sushi and ramen start at under $10, making for a better experience than lunch at your desk. Generous party trays ordered in advance could make you employee of the month. In summary, this place could be all things to all people – hungry ones, of course.

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ARTS A BEAUTIFU L LIE Featured Artist: Richard Kelver

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La Porte artist, Richard Kelver’s paintings are quite engaging. His painting of a simple roadside drainage ditch exhibits interesting depth and focus. A common scene we drive or walk by daily; yet Kelver’s unique perspective and lighting of the scene captures our gaze. The piece begs the question, “Why haven’t I paid more attention to my surroundings?” Kelver’s works of everyday scenes are compelling and appear real; though he insists his works are more abstract than realism. Kelver quoted John Singer Sargent, “Painting is a beautiful lie.” “An artist can never reproduce; only interpret,” explained Kelver. Like most artists, Kelver wants the audience to feel engaged. “Communicating to as many folks as you can. They may feel disgusted, happy, wonder, but the worst is no comment at all,” he said. According to Kelver, “Painting is about failure as much as anything and to be able to accept it.” It’s hard to imagine failure when viewing Kelver’s intriguing creations. He started painting at the young age of ten. Kelver said there was no history of other artists in his family. He told, “They were mechanics and farmers. I was the first [artist] to break out.” After high school and an apprenticeship in Miami, Kelver was drafted to Vietnam. He then attended UT for a few years before moving to Galveston.

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Kelver informed he currently paints almost exclusively with water color though has painted with oil and other mediums. His subjects range from architecture and landscape, but he paints people as well. Kelver disclosed that at one point every one of his paintings had a person in it as a “narrative of souls.” Kelver stated, “A lot of times I’m painting in one particular direction. I like the combo feeling of safe loneliness. Alone, but safe. Calmness is reached in the painting then, and I know it’s done.” He added, “The hardest part is to start a painting and know when it’s finished.”

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54th Annual CHRISTMAS BOAT LANE PARADE Dec.12 at 6pm • Clear Lake/Kemah Channel • Presented by League City Bright lights and boats of all kinds will meet December 12, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. for the League City 54th Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade on Clear Lake presented by the City of Kemah and produced by the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. The parade will line up in the Nassau Bay Lagoon and South Shore Harbour Marina, travel the channel past Seabrook and the Kemah Boardwalk out into Galveston Bay and return. These beautifully decorated sail and power boats will dazzle and entertain thousands of spectators with their brightly colored lights, music and designs. Some boats will be decorated traditionally and others will look very unique. The City of Nassau Bay signals the start of the parade with their beautiful fireworks display. The boats will travel past spec-

tators in League City, Clear Lake Shores, Nassau Bay, Seabrook, the Kemah Boardwalk, out into Galveston Bay and return. For parade spectators, kicking off the holiday season should be a fun time of year to relax, spending time with loved ones and enjoying these brightly decorated vessels. Kemah is a great place to spend the day then enjoy the parade that evening. The morning following the parade, awards will be given out at the traditional awards brunch in the ballroom of South Shore Harbour Resort. If you need additional information about the parade, sponsorships or an entry form for the parade, please call 281-4887676 or e-mail the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at shari@clearlakearea.com. Early entry deadline is December 1st!

42nd Annual DICKENS ON THE STRAND FESTIVAL December 4, 5 & 6 on Galveston Island Brush off your bowlers and prepare your petticoats as Galveston Historical Foundation presents the 42nd annual Dickens on The Strand. Held December 4, 5 & 6, the 2015 festival is a holiday tradition with great family programming, including newly created events specifically for youth. This year’s festival begins Friday, December 4 with free admission from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and continues Saturday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, December 6, from 12 to 6 p.m. Tickets purchased before December 4 are $13 for adults and $7 for youth ages 7-12. Tickets purchased at the gate are $15 for adults and $9 for youth. Discounted tickets for GHF members are available for $10 in advance or $12 at the gate. Tickets are available online at www.dickensonthestrand.org, by calling, 409-765-7834 or at all area Randall’s stores beginning November 1. Attendees in Victorian costume are admitted for $8. “Dickens on The Strand continues to be one of the nation’s great holiday festivals,” states GHF Executive Director, Dwayne Jones. “There is something about the entertainment, the costumes, and the feel of Dickens that starts the holiday season off right. You will not want to miss this year’s special focus on Dickens’ enduring children’s characters.” The annual holiday street festival, based on 19th-century Victorian London, features parades, non-stop entertainment on six stages, strolling carolers, roving musicians, bagpipers, jugglers and a host of other entertainers. Costumed vendors peddle their wares from street stalls and rolling carts laden with holiday food and drink, Victorian-inspired crafts, clothing, jewelry, holiday decorations and gift items.

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Kemah’s Art of Coffee presents Art Walk The Art of Coffee in Kemah is hosting an Art Walk on November 12 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 609 Bradford, Suite 105 in Kemah. The charming and unique Art of Coffee’s atmosphere starts upon the entrance with visual pleasure as well as the delicious aromas from the various coffees. This new local watering hole is a coffee shop, café and art gallery. The owners, Jimmy Sims and Bill Minak have made sure it is not a repeat of the national coffee shop chain and with 5 star reviews, they succeeded. The colorful art graces the walls gallery style, and the barista or the owners greet you when coming in and take your order, by finding out what kinds of coffee, tea, and fresh smoothie you like and can offer suggestions. Pastries, cookies and daily items are displayed to choose from while a menu is posted on the wall including soups of the day, delicious sandwiches, cookies and cakes made from scratch and more. As one sits in the deep comfy couches and chairs, you can gaze at the beautiful art by a dozen established area artists. If you need to run in for quick cup of joe and check a text its perfect for that also. The Art Walk at Art of Coffee will feature the works of Roselyn Pierce, Robin Collins, Kent Wascasey, Mary Ann Mattheys, Diane Duggan, Mary Ann Selval, Tassie Polk, Kelly Halbach and Renee Armstrong Palmer. Jimmy and Bill also own the Kemah Flower Shop and Gifts next door to the shop and are also working on the upcoming event of Kemah’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. The Art of Coffee is open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday thru Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For additional information on the Art Walk call 281-532-6933.

BAHB&T to host Breakfast with Sugar Plum Fairy The Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre (BAHB&T) is holding their 25th Annual Breakfast with the Sugar Plum Fairy on Saturday, November 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at South Shore Harbour Resort in League City. Reservations should be made early due to the popularity of this tradition. Contact the office at BAHBT.org or call 281-480-1617. The night before the breakfast on Friday, November 20 is an added event, the Slumber Party with Clara. This also is at South Shore Harbour Resort. Call 281-3341000 to make a reservation. This event is connected with the upcoming annual production of The Nutcracker, on December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 &13 at University of Houston–Clear Lake. Tickets are on sale now at BAHB&T.org. – Peggy “Domino” Taylor

RICHARD KELVER: Continued from Page 14 Kelver taught art at the Galveston Art Center for almost ten years and now teaches at Upper Bay Frame & Gallery in League City. He also critiques works of fellow artists. Kelver disclosed he often encourages his students to use their non-dominant hand as it somehow improves the art by activating other areas of brain and creativity. He confessed he often paints with his non-dominant without even realizing it. “Making paintings is what I do. I’ve always enjoyed it,” Kelver said. He affirmed he’s fortunate; “if my life spikes now it’s because of me.” View more of Richard Kelver works and class schedules at Upper Bay Frame & Gallery or visit www.upperbayframe.com or email artist at underthepaint@gmail.com.

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ART Nov. 12: Art of Coffee Art Show, 6 – 9 p.m., Showcasing new art of 9 area artists, 7th & Bradford Street, Kemah, 281-532-6933 Nov. 16: Lakeview Guild Meeting. 3rd Monday each month 7 p.m., check website for location, for more info, email info@lakeviewquiltersguild.org, lakeviewquiltersguild.org Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1: Adult Art Lessons with Gay Paratore, 3:15 – 5:15 p.m., Children’s art lessons available, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 butlerlonghornmuseum.com Nov. 17: Laura’s Return by Ernie Deats Book Review, Social 6:30 p.m. Review 7 – 9 p.m. Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com

Sun. 2:30 p.m., Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281-337-SHOW, harbourtheater.com Nov. 8 & 9: Auditions for: Where Are You Christmas? 7 p.m., Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen Genoa, Pasadena, 713-540-9489 Nov. 6, 7 & 8: The Haunting of the Hill House, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. Clear Creek Community Country Theatre, 18091 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, 382-335-5228, clearcreekcountrytheatre.org Nov. 13, 14, & 15: All in the Timing, Comedy and Music, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 2:30 p.m. Clear Creek Community Country Theatre, 18091 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, 382-335-5228, clearcreekcountrytheatre.org

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MUSIC Nov. 6: Piano Concert of Robin Wright, presented by Bay Area Music Teachers Association and Gulf Coast Music Association, 7:30 p.m. Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1500 El Dorado Blvd, Clear Lake, 832-693-3864 Nov. 12: Texas Blues Brothers Tribute, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com Nov. 14: School of Rock, 6 - 10 p.m. Quaker Steak & Lube, 2502 Gulf Freeway, League City, 832-465-3512 Nov. 21: Bay Area Bluegrass Association Monthly Show, 7 p.m., Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, baba.com Dec. 3: Cindy Thomas in Concert, Presents Christmas by the Hear, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com

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MUSEUMS 1940 Air Terminal Museum: Hobby Airport, 713-454-1940, 1940airterminal.org Armand Bayou Nature Center: Open Tuesday - Saturday, Sunset Cruise 6 p.m. Every Saturday Breakfast on Bayou 8 a.m. Ages 5 to adult, Nature Tour Third Sundays, Noon, Reservations required on events, 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281-474-2551, abnc.org Battleship Texas, State Historic Site: 3255 Highway 134, La Porte, 281-479-2431, tpwd.texas.gov Bay Area Museum - Lunar Rendezvous Exhibit and Space memorabilia: Open Tuesday – Sunday. Clear Lake Park, 5000 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, 281-326-5960, lunarrendevous.org. Butler Longhorn Museum: 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com Galveston Railroad Museum: Train Rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, Galveston, 409-765-5700, galvestonmuseum.com.

Nov. 21: 25th Annual Breakfast with the Sugar Plum Fairy, A Royal Affair, 8 a.m. -1 p.m. RSVP, South Shore Harbour Resort, 281-480-16147, bahbt.org Dec 6: Bay Area Photo Club, Butler Longhorn Museum, 6 - 9 p.m. 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 president@bayareaphotoclub.org, bayareaphotoclub.org

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CHILDREN’S ART Library Story Times

Evelyn Meador Library (Pre- K): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Wednesday morning & computer classes forming, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net 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. 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, 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

League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281-554-2994, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, oneroomschoolhouse.org Lone Star Flight Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, LSFM.org Moody Gardens: 24-hour animal webcam and other exhibits, Galveston, Moody Gardens, 800-582-4673, moodygardens.com, Ocean Star: Offshore Drilling Museum and Education Center, Open Daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Pier 19 at Harborside Dr. & 20th St., Galveston, 409-766-7829, OceanStarOEC.com San Jacinto Monument & Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. La Porte, 281479-2421, sanjacinto-museum.org Space Center of Houston: 1601 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay, 224-2100, spacecenter.org Taking reservations for Winter Student Camp during holiday break. Month of November honoring the Military and Everyday Heroes, free admission.

Texas City Museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., Texas City, 409643-5799, texas-citytx.org/Museumabout.htm -- To be in The SCENE Arts Calendar email dominotaylor@yahoo.com --

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HOLIDAY CATERING & PARTY GUIDE Boardwalk FantaSea Yacht Charters (#8 Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah • 281-538-9600): With a gorgeous interior, ample dining space and a host of menu options, the Boardwalk FantaSea yacht offers the ideal setting for your holiday event: full-service bar on both levels; accommodates up to 133 guests; dance floor with indoor and outdoor dancing; the Gulf Coast’s largest charter yacht. Mainly Drinks (223 West Main Street, La Porte • 281867-1700): On-site catering: Yes, we host private events onsite at “The Loft at Mainly Drinks.” “The Loft” is the second floor of our restaurant with a cozy living room feel. It is a great spot for a holiday get-together. Our historic building lends a distinctive charm to your special event! Stop by to take a look! Off-site catering: Yes, our specialties range from boxed lunches, appetizer buffets, and elaborate entrees. Please contact us to cater your next event! Why us: We proudly feature an outstanding distinctive menu consistently crafted by our Executive Chef. Our beverages range from gourmet coffees and teas to a dizzying selection of craft beers and boutique wines. If you are looking for that personal touch and feel, Mainly Drinks is for you! Noah's Ark Restaurant (4438 Boulevard St., Bacliff • 281-339-2895): On-site catering: Yes, the entire restaurant will hold 200+ people. We have both inside and outside seating areas available for parties. Our Lions Den inside can be closed to the public and will hold up to 35 people. Our brand new upstairs palapa bar will hold 100+ people and has a large dance floor and stage with a full liquor bar. Why us: We are located on the water with a beautiful view of Galveston Bay and have an extensive menu with reasonable prices. Our chef can customize a menu for your party and the use of our facilities is FREE with the purchase of food or beverages. We offer great food, friendly service and a fun atmosphere. Noah's Ark is the place where the party animals come to party! Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta (650 FM 517 Road W., Dickinson • 281-337-0107): Off-site catering: Yes, for any function that would require our servers to serve food buffet style. Gio’s has a separate catering menu that's perfect for large gatherings off-site, such as birthdays, weddings, business functions, church and school events. For those wanting to just pick up large trays of food for an event and feed a minimum of 10 people for not a lot of money, Gio’s Party Tray Menu is perfect for drop off caterings. Gio's will drop off and set up food, but not stay and serve. Also, they are happy to provide everything: plates, cutlery, serving utensils, beverages, ice, cups, and everything else you will need. Gio's also has a “Pizza Party Menu” and offers de-

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ferred pricing on any order of 10 large pizzas or more. They have some great deals! If you can’t pick it up, Gio’s will deliver. Why us: Gio’s is a preferred vendor for Clear Creek ISD, Dickinson ISD, Santa Fe ISD, and Alvin ISD as well as University of Houston-Clear Lake. Co-owner Diana Gunnett handles all fullservice catering requests from start to finish and even serves at most of them. She would be glad to quote any event from 10 people to 600 people. Call or email Diana@GiosFlyingPizza.com.View the catering and party tray menu at www.giosflyingpizza.com. Jackie’s Brickhouse (1053 Marina Bay Drive, Kemah • 832-864-2459): On-site catering: Yes, we have a private room for 100 people with access to shuffle board, dart boards, pool table and video games. Why us: Jackie’s Brickhouse provides a diverse venue for any occasion. Our staff has 30-plus years experience in providing unique catering events. We can host wedding receptions for 50 people to poker runs with more than 1000 motorcycles. No event is too small or too large! We can even bring the party to your door. Off-site catering: We can cater off-site for up to 100 guests. Midnite Slice (1605 2nd St., Seabrook • 281-292-7498): On-site: We can host private events and can service about 50. Midnite is a laid back spot with unique pizzas. With our casual patio, this is a great place to host your event. We are kidfriendly. Guests are invited to BYOB. Remember, we can deliver our delicious menu items to your party! Bakkhus Taverna (515 E. 605 6th St., Kemah • 281538-1800): On-site catering: Up to 150. Facilities: We do not offer a private room, but can accommodate large groups inside or on our 900 sq. ft patio. Off-site catering: Yes up to 150, and can also be delivered through www.lets-eat.com delivery service. Why us: Authentic Greek-American menu offered with many items you won’t find anywhere else in Houston. We are open for lunch, dinner and late night seven days a week and have a great staff to serve you. Sherlock’s Pub (2416 Bay Area Blvd., Houston • 281461-4702): On-site parties: Yes, outside food can be catered in. We do not have private rooms available; however, table reservations can be made on the pub side or band side. Why us: Sherlock’s is a great choice because of our fun atmosphere, live music and our great happy hour Monday through Saturday until 9 p.m.! Thai Spice Rice & Noodle House (300 W. Bay Area Blvd., Suite 900, Webster • 281 554-6800): On-site catering: We can host up to 60 guests. BYOB and no set up fee. We do not have a private room available. Off-site catering: We can deliver to your location and set up food for up to 300 people. At Thai Spice, we can work with you and design your menu or choose from our variety of party tray options. Give us a call, and we can customize a menu to fit your special occasion. Vegetarian orders are also available upon request. Whatever your special occasion may be. We are at your service. We have eight locations. Please choose a location near you. - Continued on Page 21

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HOLIDAY CATERING & PARTY GUIDE • Continued From Page 20 Galveston Bay Beer Company (12900 FM3436 Road • Dickinson • 281-339-3210): On-site: We can host private events Monday through Wednesday. There are multiple pricing options available. Off-site: We can sell our beer in kegs through a local liquor store to anyone for consumption anywhere. Cabo (2513 NASA Parkway, Seabrook • 281-532-2691): On-site catering: We can accommodate a small company get together or a large corporate party up to 100 people. You can reserve any section of CABO for your Christmas party: Inside next to our fireplace, on our patio overlooking Clear Lake, or downstairs at the BEACH BAR (heaters included). Our chef specializes in rustic Italian and Southwestern cuisine. Off-site catering: 75 to 100 people. You can choose from our list of finger foods or you can consult with our chef, and he can create a special menu for you and your party. Why us: We offer a oneof-a-kind venue and experience like no other in the Clear Lake area. We specialize in great service, great music, great food and great times! Mediterraneo Market & Café (18033 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay • 281-333-3180): On-site catering: Yes, up to 60. We have plenty of room for private parties, but there is no private area. Off-site catering: Yes, up to 200. Why us: Because of the uniqueness of our food and flavor! Celebrities such as The Who, Paul McCartney, Cher and Jessica Simpson have chosen us for catering over the years and you should, too! Masa Sushi (3 locations): Off-site catering: Yes, from 10 to 1000. Why us: We have fresh fish flown in from California every day. We also have special fish flown in from Hawaii every Tuesday and Thursday. We provide our customers with fresh sushi, and great service from our friendly staff. There is an excellent atmosphere at Masa, with traditional and fusion style food available. Masa Sake Bar (1804 W FM 646, Suite R, League City • 281-337-1288): On-site catering: Yes, for up to 100 people. We have a private party facility at our 646 location that can accommodate up to 25 people. Masa Sushi Fusion (977 NASA Road 1, Webster • 281486-9888): On-site catering: Yes. We have a brand new private party area at our newly remodeled NASA location in Webster that can accommodate up to 25 guests. Masa Sushi Japanese Restaurant (1788 S. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood • 281-482-8888): On-site catering: Yes. We have a brand new facility with a private party area at our newly built Friendswood location that can accommodate up to 50 guests. Topwater Grill (815 Ave O, San Leon• 281-339-1232): On-site catering: We can accommodate 75 to 300+ people outside at our Topwater Tiki Bar. Topwater Tiki Bar has a beautiful and unobstructed panoramic view of sunset over GalvestonBay. Our tiki bar is ideal for large company functions as well as smaller and more intimate personal gatherings. Our private banquet room upstairs will accommodate a minimum of 30 and up to 60 people comfortably. It’s a great room with nice

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view of Galveston’s Back Bay. Off-site catering: Yes. We have a mobile kitchen, tables and chairs. We also have a music system. We can serve anywhere from 50 to 500 people. We can make your party and your vision come to life at any budget. Fresh local seafood enjoyed at a fun local waterfront setting. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack (310 Texas Ave., Kemah • Main::281-334-5000): On-site catering: We are a full service restaurant that can handle up to 100 people. Our upstairs is enclosed and air-conditioned, and downstairs has an open patio area. During the crawfish months of February to June, we are limited to service on-site. Off-site catering: We can handle ANY SIZE party offsite. We have a 30-foot mobile kitchen trailer that can cook up to 10,000 pounds of crawfish an hour. We offer full-service catering from “Boudreaux to Black Tie” with Cajun, seafood, steaks, fajitas, Italian, Mexican, crawfish and Texas home-style cooking. We can provide the food, service, supply the bar and bartenders, stage and dance floor, tents, tables, chairs, band and DJ, and more. You tell us what you need, and we will take care of the rest. Why us: Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack is a unique venue with great Cajun flavor. We are the crawfish headquarters in Clear Lake. We have cooked 60,000 pounds in three days for an event before. We are fully staffed and have an impeccable reputation for great food and fun. Our catering staff is professional and prompt. Call us for further information or visit theswampshack.com and be glad you did. T-Bones On the Bayou (6028 Heards Lane, Galveston • 409-497-4584): On-site catering: Yes, we can handle small cocktail parties in our bar or game room, and we can accommodate groups as large as 500. You can work with one of our managers and create a menu specific to your needs whether it be a sit-down meal with five-courses or a buffet, we will work with any group to provide an excellent experience for you and your guests. For cocktail parties or smaller groups we have a great selection of items on our menu for you to choose from. Why us: Whether you are looking to host a small group or large party we will provide the same excellent quality service and food for you and your guests. You can choose from a number of different locations within our restaurant to host your event. We have a patio on the water, a large dining room, separate bar, or game room to accommodate any needs you may have. We have a stage and sound systems for DJs, live bands, or any other entertainment you would like at your event. Offsite catering: We can do offsite catering for your corporate or private event. We will provide offsite bar, food, staff, and any other party needs you may have.

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BODYSCENE Join the American Heart Association for the

2015 Bay Area Heart Walk FIGHT HEART DISEASE ONE STEP AT A TIME Saturday Nov. 14 • Kemah Boardwalk WHAT: Please join the American Heart Association (AHA) for the Bay Area Heart Walk on Saturday, November 14, 2015. The walk will feature family fun and physical fitness to promote walking as a part of a healthy lifestyle while raising funds to support cardiovascular research and educational programs for the AHA. This large-scale and non-competitive 5K walk encourages the participation of various communities and neighborhoods in the Bay Area. WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2015 | Check in and registration from 7 to 8 a.m. Walk starts at 8:30 a.m. WHERE: Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Avenue, Kemah, TX WHY: Heart disease and stroke — the nation’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers — and all other cardiovascular diseases, claim more than 813,804 American lives a year. The American Heart Association's goal is $500,000. Research funded by the American Heart Association has yielded or contributed to many important innovations such as CPR, life-extending drugs (including clot-busters), pacemakers, bypass surgery, the heart-lung machine and surgical techniques to repair heart defects. HOW: Walkers can register online by visiting www.bayareaheartwalk.org or by calling 713-610-5061. There is no registration fee, but donations are appreciated. Walk as part of a company team or form your own team with family and friends. www.bayareaheartwalk.org

More Upcoming Fitness Events Sat., Nov. 7, 2015 Run For Health 5K Fun Run Gloria Dei Lutheran Church • 18220 Upper Bay Road in Nassau Bay Motion Family 5K Run/Walk Clear Lake United Methodist Church 16335 El Camino Real Houston (Clear Lake) Sat., Nov. 14, 2015 2015 Bay Area Heart Walk Kemah Boardwalk, 215 Kipp Avenue, Kemah

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Sun., Nov. 15, 2015 La Porte By The Bay Half Marathon Fred Hartman Bridg, Hwy 146 laportebythebayhalfmarathon.com Sat., Nov. 21, 2015 Cynthia Solomon Holmes Foundation 5K Run Tom Bass Regional Park III 15108 Cullen Rd. Houston Pasadena Rainbow Run Crenshaw Park 4500 Burke Rd. Pasadena

Sun., Nov. 22, 2015 Holiday Half Marathon & 5K Moody Gardens One Hope Blvd., halfmarathonmoodygardens.com Thurs, Nov. 26, 2015 Bay Area Turkey Day 10K/5K/Kids K On the Run, University Plaza 2427 Bay Area Blvd Houston Sat., Dec. 5, 2015 Reindeer Dash Deer Park Parks and Recreation • 610 E. San Augustine Deer Park Jingle Bell Run Little

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LAKEWOOD HOSTED SUCCESSFUL J/FEST SOUTHWEST REGATTA & J/80 NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP! Lakewood Yacht Club was proud to host the annual J/Fest Southwest Regatta and the J/80 North American Championship this year. One of the top-notch racing events of the season, the annual J/Fest Southwest Regatta is open to all J/boat owners. Sailors race in one-design classes, showcasing sailing skills over boat design. In addition to enjoying the racing environment and shoreside entertainment, spectators had the unique opportunity to observe the races from the water as well. Lakewood's Spectator Boat was proud to host Mayor Glenn Royal and his wife Diane. A grand total of 45 vessels participated in the J/Fest Regatta, hailing from locations throughout the United States. Sailors in six classes participated in 40 races over two days.

Sailing Calendar

HYC Club Championship Nov. 14 • Galveston Bay

Turkey Day Regatta Winners (First Place): Dov Kivlovitz ...................................................... J/22 class Natalie Penner, Austin Yacht Club ........................J/24 class Bruno Pasquinelli, Ft. Worth Boat Club................J/70 class Steve Hammerman, Lakewood Yacht Club ..........J/80 class Mark Masur, Ft. Worth Boat Club ......................J/105 class Al Goethe, Lakewood Yacht Club ......................J/109 class Chris Alk, Galveston Bay Cruising Assoc .......... J/PHRF class Runner Ups (Second Place): Anne Lee, Houston Yacht Club............................J/22 class James Freedman, Dallas Corinthian Yacht Club .. J/24 class Chris Lewis, Lakewood Yacht Club ......................J/70 class Kerry Klingler, Galveston Bay Cruising Assoc. ......J/80 class John Barnett, Lakewood Yacht Club..................J/105 class David Christensen, Lakewood Yacht Club ........ J/109 class

The J/80 North American Championship scored a total of 10 races with 12 participating vessels over two days of racing. The exciting events culminated in an awards ceremony congratulating the winners.

Nov. 21-22 • Galveston Bay

Double-Handed Regatta Dec. 5 • Galveston Bay

HOUSTON YACHT CLUB 281-471-1255

2015 LYC Hosted Regatta Season Has Ended LAKEWOOD YACHT CLUB 281-474-2511

LAKEWOOD’S HAMMERMAN WINS J/80 NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP Lakewood Yacht Club racer Steve Hammerman came in first in this year’s J/80 North American Championship held Oct. 8 – 11 on Galveston Bay. Racers from across the United States came to compete in this prestigious regatta.

Fall “Chili Chase” November 7 • Galveston Bay

This is the second time in Hammerman’s racing career that he has claimed first place in this J/80 event. Crewing for Hammerman this year were Terry Flynn, who won the 2014 J/80 North American Championship and finished second at the Worlds and who joined the team as tactician and overall “speed motivator”, Alex Crowell, and Ann Graham. Their overall racing philosophy to earn first place, according to Hammerman, was concentrating on getting clean starts and getting to the favored side of the course early. “We also worked hard to change gears and maintain speed in the variable conditions,” he added. “The regatta was quite challenging. The changing conditions and stiff competition kept us on our toes until the final race was complete.” Looking back over the past few years, Hammerman stated that after Hurricane Ike in 2008, he put the boat in storage and took a hiatus from competitive sailing to concentrate on his family. He finally decided last winter to restore the boat and return it to racing. Crowell with Bahama Rigging helped him coordinate and complete the project. With a new mast, David Whelan of Gulf Coast Marine Services repainted the entire hull. “It took a lot of time and work to put the boat back together,” explained Hammerman, “but I am pleased with the outcome.”

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GBCA Icicle Race #1 January 2 • Galveston Bay

GALVESTON BAY CRUISING ASSOCIATION (GBCA)

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2015 Wed. Night Races Season Over

50th Anniversary Celebration of Kemah Provides a Weekend of Fun December 11 & 12 By Domino Taylor Mark your calendar for December 11 and 12 for a fun-filled weekend to attend the City of Kemah’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. The City, incorporated in 1965, has teamed up with residents and business owners and has planned two days of exciting events to honor and celebrate the historical 50 year milestone. The celebratory weekend will start Friday evening December 11 at the Kemah Visitor Center and Old School House at 6th Street and Bradford with their longtime tradition of the Kemah Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The hours are 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as the shining tree will light the way to the Lighthouse District with all the shops beautifully decorated and lighted city streets. Christmas Carolers and the Stewart Elementary Choir will entertain the guests and begin the feeling of Christmas joy in Kemah. Santa and his beloved elf will open the event with surprises for kids of all ages, including a petting zoo where children can interact with the animals and have pictures taken with them. Find artifacts and interesting stories of days gone by inside the Old School House to learn about Kemah’s colorful and interesting history about the past and present residents and city leaders and how successful entertainment empires were built in Kemah. Watch for Santa during the weekend as he will be roaming shops and stopping for pictures. Later during the night, Kemah’s Krewe du Lac (Mardi Gras krewe) will be hosting their annual toy drive and pub crawl. Participants will bring unwrapped toys to donate for the area children, then walking along the Lighthouse District to restaurants and pubs in festive costumes. These events are free and open to the public. The merriment will continue Saturday morning December 12 with the ‘Kemah thru the Years & Christmas Parade’ starting on Bradford Street at 10 a.m. and it will travel to Kipp Street and the Kemah Boardwalk. Organizations or businesses that would like to enter a float into this street parade, can contact, bettykemah@aol.com for an entry form. The parade will have special appearances by Miss Kemah and Miss Kemah Teen.

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Following the parade, there will be awards and the opening of the Kemah Time Capsule. The Kemah Historical Film will be playing in the afternoon at the Kemah Community Center telling the story of Kemah and its beginnings. Various local musicians will provide live music throughout the day. The day’s festivities will conclude with the annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade at Kemah Boardwalk. Starting at 6 p.m., the colorfully decorated boats with festive participants travel along the Kemah Channel as boardwalk revelers gather for beads and candy. City of Kemah Mayor Carl Joiner said, “At this special time of the year, we are so proud to be celebrating the 50th Anniversary. We have planned a fun-filled weekend for the young and the young at heart. So, we hope to see you in Kemah the weekend of December 11 and 12.” Kemah attracts several million tourists from coast to coast and internationally to enjoy dining and entertainment. Kemah has always had its share of restaurants and entertainment over the years. Now with more than 35 dining establishments – from fast food to fine dining –there is something for everyone and every budget. There are five hotels and six locally owned bed and breakfasts to accommodate guests and all within walking distance from Galveston Bay. Mark Kane, Divisional Vice President – Amusement Division of Landry’s said, “We are thrilled to be a part of the 50th Anniversary of Kemah and to have a big role in Kemah’s identity for the next 50 years!” Merchants, employees and residents of Kemah make up the allvolunteer committee to provide the free-of-charge events Friday and Saturday kicking off the most joyous time of the year. Jimmy Sims & Bill Minak, owners of Kemah Flowers & Art of Coffee stated, “The first 50 was great, together the next 50 will be even better.” For any additional information, contact committee chairman Keith Mercado at KemahCoach@aol.com. Make the Kemah 50th Anniversary Celebration a must-do for the whole weekend to start the holiday season.

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December 11th & 12th

Friday, December 11th â&#x20AC;˘ 6 to 8:30pm Kemah Visitors Center / Old School House at 6th & Bradford Kemah Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Christmas Carolers

Saturday, December 12th 10am: 50th Anniversary Celebration Parade (Lighthouse District) 6pm: Annual Christmas Boat Lane Parade (Kemah Boardwalk)

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AT T R A C T I O N S

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

Bakkhus Taverna

Mamacita’s

JP’s Upperdeck

Skallywag

Mediterraneo

Scout Bar

Where To EAT & DRINK T-bone Tom’s

Mainly Drinks

Cafe Adobe

Hugh & Jeff’s

La Poz Cafe

1. Aspens................817 Clear Lake Rd. (Clear Lake Shores) 2. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 3. Bombay Tadka ............................17926 Hwy 3, Suite 101 4. Bombshells - Houston South ............12810 Gulf Freeway 5. Bombshells - Webster..........................803 E NASA Pkwy 6. Boondoggles ....................4106 NASA Parkway (El Lago) 7. Buck Wild ..............1025 West NASA Parkway (Webster) 8. Bullrito’s ......................1820 Nasa Parkway (Nassau Bay) 9. Bullrito’s ....................12617 Underwood Road (La Porte) 10. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 11. Cafe Adobe..............1330 Bay Area Blvd. (Friendswood) 12. Caps and Corks ..........500 Baybrook Mall in Food Court 13. Center Court Pizza & Brew ......3202 Marina Bay Blvd. J 14. Clear Creek Winery ..........................709 Harris (Kemah) 15. Chelsea Wine Bar ............4106 Nasa Pkwy # F (El Lago) 16. Chasin’ Tails ............................2402 Bay Area Boulevard 17. Claudio’s Restaurant & Piano Bar ..3202 Marina Bay Dr 18. Cock-Eyed Seagull ......................1010B E. Nasa Road 1 19. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ........309 4th Street(Kemah) 20. Crescent City Sports & Oyster Bar ..16605 El Camino Real 21. Cullen’s............................................11500 Space Center 22. Dempsey’s Sports Pub ..20801 Gulf Freeway (Webster) 23. Dan’s Pizza Company ................................15148 Hwy 3 24. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..........2111 FM 517 25. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake ..................2110 Bay Area Blvd. 26. Don Pico’s - Pasadena ..............4940 Fairmont Parkway 27. Don Pico’s - Pearland ..............9811 Broadway (FM518) 28. Easy Street Lounge ......112 N. Highway 3 (League City) 29. Esteban's Cafe & Cantina..............402 West Main Street 30. eVolve Restaurant ..........2234 E NASA Pkwy, Seabrook 31. Fatty’s..................................1717 2nd Street (Seabrook) 32. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ..............20760 Gulf Frwy 33. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ................1300 Broadway 34. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ......................4449 NASA Rd. 1 35. Galveston Bay Beer Co. 12900 Fm 3436 Rd (Dickinson) 36. Gingers Coastal Eatery & Sports Bar ..2007 E. Bayshore 37. Gio’s Flying Pizza ....................................630 FM 517 Rd 38. Gordon St. Tavern....................114N. Gordon St. (Alvin) 39. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ............1232 W. FM 646

Topwater Grill

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40. J. Henry's Draught House ....1105 Clear Lake City Blvd. 41. Jackie’s Brickhouse ..1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 42. Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen ..........1108 Marina Bay Drive 43. JP’s Upperdeck............................609 Bradford (Kemah) 44. Katie’s......................................................315 Grand Ave. 45. La Poz Cafe..........................................4622 NASA Rd. 1 46. La Brisa - Bacliff ......................................4001 Hwy 146 47. La Brisa - League City ..........501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 48. Lazy Lizard Cantina ..............1817 Avenue K (San Leon) 49. Las Haciendas • NASA ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1 50. Las Haciendas • I-45 ......................12933 Gulf Freeway 51. Las Haciendas • South Shore ........2951 Marina Bay Dr. 52. Lelia’s ..........................................18119 Egret Bay Blvd 53. Lone Star Grill ..........................3435 Hwy 146 (Bacliff)) 54. Luna’s Restaurant (Hilton) ............3000 NASA Parkway 55. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..............101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 56. Main Event ......................................1125 Magnolia Ave. 57. Mainly Drinks ..................223 W. Main Street (La Porte) 58. Mamacita’s - Clear Lake........................515 E Nasa Rd 1 59. Mamacita’s - Pasadena ..............7325 Spencer Highway 60. Maribelle’s ....................................3136-C NASA Road 1 61. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ......1304 Bayport (Hwy 146) 62. Market Seafood............................16580 El Camino Real 63. Masa Sushi Fusion ..............................977 Nasa Road 1 64. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ............................1804 W. FM 646 65. Masa Sushi Japanese Restaurant ..1788 S. Friendswood Dr. 66. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ........18033 Upper Bay Rd. 67. Midnite Slice ..............................1605 2nd St, Seabrook 68. Moody Gardens ........................1 Hope Blvd (Galveston) 69. Monkey Bar ..........................................605 6th Street C 70. Noah’s Ark Restaurant..............4438 Boulevard (Bacliff) 71. Nobi Public House............241 E NASA Pkwy, (Webster) 72. Oak Barrel Exchange18019 Upper Bay Dr. (Nassau Bay) 73. On The Bayou ................6028 Avenue P 1/2 (Galveston) 74. Opus Bistro ........................................1002 Aspen Road 75. Palapa Bar..................................608 6th Street (Kemah) 76. Pomodoro’s Cucina Italiana ........2700 Marina Bay Drive 77. Pomodoro’s Pasta & Pizzeria ..............1303 Nasa Pkwy 78. Preamble Lounge & Craft House ....20801 Gulf Fwy #12

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CHARLIE TABOADA From Page 33 The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. I used to work for the Nielsen TV Ratings as a field representative. I would hook hard drives up to people’s television and report on their viewing. It was kind of surreal. Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. How do you feel about cleaning? Finish this sentence: "The state of the Texas craft beer scene is… ready to take over the world and possibly Mars. Favorite perk of working in a brewery is I get to “Wear shorts and sandals to work. Brewhouses are hot.”

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Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is I have to "figure out where that smell is coming from. Oh, wait. It’s me.” If you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? I like Rouge’s dedication of farm to glass brewing. I think it would be great to work for a brewery that had the ability to grow their own ingredients and showcase local flavors.

BRETT BRAY: From Page 38 Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is I have to “balance my time between all of the things that need to be done. When you are a small two person brewery (where both still have day jobs) it becomes an effort to make time for all of the cleaning, and brewing, and cleaning

and kegging, and cleaning, and distributing and cleaning and paperwork (the worst by the way) and oh… did I mention the cleaning. We make a joke out of it. We say that it is like having to come home every day from your job, take your car totally apart, clean each piece and reassemble before going to work the next day. This is my squeegee… there are many like it but this one is mine…” If you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? “Of the breweries I have visited, I would have to say Southern Star. They are great people and have a very nice mixture of ingenious improvisation and refinement. They take risks (sorry, the glitter beer… really? Haha) while staying true to who they are. It is paying off for them in a big way now.”

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JAY PEEK Lead Brewer & Chef • Gordon Street Tavern Favorite Texas beer? Jester King - Funk Metal Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? Jolly Pumpkin - Luciernaga Your favorite beer to brew and/or your favorite beer that you brew? “Anything! Well if I had to pick, Easy Peasy Pumpkin Peachy. It started as a home brew response to ABInBev's Superbowl advertisement this year, and now it is on draught at Gordon Street Tavern.”

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What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? “Yeast driven flavors like Bavarian style hefeweizens, Belgian anything. Everyone is still hung up on the hop bomb IPA's, but the trend does seem to be changing with some of the more balanced but still flavorful stuff. Also session beers that have great flavor, but are under 4% alcohol.” Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? “Winning a Gold at GABF, and having a beer at the after party.” Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? “A cool fall day on the river in New Braunfels, grilling and introducing friends to what great beer tastes like.”

brewery is I get to “brew beer! I get to take some chances and make beer that not everyone that comes in is familiar with. When they try it and say "That is one of the best beers I have ever had" it just makes my day.” Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is I have to wash kegs and clean the kettles. But It is really not that bad. If you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? “Jester King. They do fantastic stuff with wild yeast, cool ships and local ingredients. I would love to work there just to learn more about that aspect of brewing.”

The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. “Being a butcher/chef for a steak house. Some similarities in curing meat and brewing. Similar process, very different but very delicious results to both!”

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Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. “Never stop learning. Do not be afraid to volunteer at a local brewery. Try beers you have never had before. Be able JAY PEEK to accept honest criticism on your beer, and always strive to make the best beer possible.”

Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? Parish Ghost in the Machine double IPA

The state of the Texas craft beer scene is…. “varied and growing. From wild fermented small batches to thousands of barrels of IPA, there is a Texas craft beer for everyone.” Favorite perk of working in a

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Lead Brewer • Beerfoot Brewpub Favorite Texas brewed beer? Oasis Metamodern IPA

Your favorite beer to brew and/or your favorite beer that you brew? On both accounts our Eagle Claw double IPA. We do continuous 90 minute editions of galaxy, nelson sauvin, experimental 5256, and falconer’s flight hops. It’s an exercise in excess. What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? Right now people are really geeking out about beers with big flavors like double ipas, imperial stouts, barrel aged beers, and sours. Any style that is middle of the road tends to be considered an average or mediocre beer even if it is true to style. There’s a lot to be said about brewing easy drinking sessionable beers like lagers. Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? Drinking a fresh IPA out of the bright tank in the Yakima Valley on a hop farm during harvest. Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? When the weather is nice and we can open the garage door at Beerfoot the setting is pretty spectacular especially at night with the Pleasure Pier lit up. But I feel like the best part of the craft community is the comradery. Any place with good friends, beer, and ambiance can make for an ideal setting. - Continued on Page 32

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One Eyed Doll impressed me most for being a national touring band from Austin complete with a local following and a show that’s open to 12+ year olds. IT’S A WRAP - The late Yogi Berra was one of my most favorite philosophers. I can hear him saying something like: Live music is like a dog. Always there to comfort you, entertain you, encourage you, muse you, and would love nothing more than to catch a Frisbee with you in the park enjoying the moment. I would liken the many fantastic venues we have here on the SCENE as like the park and Frisbee where you can take in a dog or two and enjoy the moment. <vbgrin> Okay, so I’m not Yogi… Shifting gears… As we turn the corner in 2015 and head into the holiday season, we hope that this year has worked out well for you, that you have been able to partake of the good food, drinks and live music happenings out and about on the SCENE because we’ve got a hunch all you good people out there deserve it. Things will no doubt start getting hectic on the holiday front, and we hope that the upcoming months are kind to you, your family and your friends. And remember, when things start getting a bit stuffy around the house, make like you’re taking the dog out to the park for an afternoon of Frisbee fetching by grabbing a copy of the SCENE and check out what is happening. Your soul will love you for it. Be sure to bring along your friends and family. I’m sure they’ll appreciate it, too! Cheers!

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BREAKTIME - We were in Galveston hanging out when “Patricia” come to town. Thought we’d pull a Bennie Brasket and drop into the Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe to catch up with the Myrna Sanders Band before their well-deserved upcoming winter break. Over the years, Myrna and her group has been part of a special circle of musicians that have been true to the music, a hoot-load of kick-butt rocking fun, always warm and friendly to the fans, and like our hometown Astros, have had a really great year deserving of a well-earned rest. And with that, we say cheers to a great run, and we will catch up again down the road!

Jackie’s Brickhouse. Good Time, Fun Crowd Award goes to Cock-eyed Seagull. Thinking how cool it would be on the entire SCENE on Halloween... Music-wise, the bands at all three venues were top-caliber, perfect picks for the celebrated evening. Eman And the Sun Dogs is an interesting story as this family band from South America takes root and musically expands here in the region. I suspect people will be seeing more of this fun cover band soon. The Fuse was a high-energy dance band that plays the Texas and Louisiana circuit. The fact that Jackie’s would bring these folks in, makes sense. Looking at their upcoming calendar, this is a show that won’t be here that often and I suggest for a good night out, you catch these cats whenever you can. - Continued on Page 34

ALL SAINTS NIGHT - My apologies to my beloved New Orleans Saints fans but what I’m saying is, “Wow, what a fun Halloween this year!” We stopped by three places for the experience this year, Scout Bar (One Eyed Doll show), Jackie’s Brickhouse (The Fuse), and Cock-eyed Seagull (Eman and the Sun Dogs). Best Show Award goes to Scout Bar. Craziest Costumes Award to

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The album is a collection of two brilliantly mixed genres, Parrot Head beach music and matter-of-fact in your face country which surprises the bejeezus out of me as to why I haven’t heard this stuff before. Yes, it’s not likely to see one wearing cowboy boots and long denim while on a sailboat as it would be to wear sandals and cutoffs in the rugged country outdoors; yet when you get to the heart of the matter, these two genres mesh together perfectly, sharing common ideals and likings. “Last Song of the Summer” has made it onto my album of the year list. Pick up a copy, and put it on your list too! On perhaps the finest weekend of the month, the crowds came out in mass to T-Bone Tom’s. Unlike the rest of the Kemah Boardwalk, where traffic tends to leave after the dinner hour, T-Bone’s was packed well into the evening – the perfect outside dining expe-

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rience. Why eat inside?! That night, we caught Rhythm and Rain, a bonafide Parrot Head band for the first time on the Landshark Stage. Rounding out the patio beat, we stopped in at Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack taking care of the full house with Smith & Dyess from Humble up on the stage. Catching up with Troy Wood, we got the scoop on his new internet show, Bourbon for Breakfast, a talk and variety music show for the working class, co-hosted with Roland on Punkstarradio. com from 8 to 10 a.m. Sounds like an interesting gig. Check it out! - Continued on Page 35

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SKYLER FORSHAGE: From Page 49 What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? “Sometimes while brewing and drinking craft beer we get caught up using a bunch of specialty ingredients and trying to come up with really out-there flavors, but sometimes just a plain old pale ale can be easily overlooked.” Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? “I hope to travel through Belgium one day and visit as many breweries as possible. Stopping by Cantillon would be a really great experience and something I look forward to.” Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? “You can't beat a good bottle share. Having a bunch of people get together, bringing their favorite beers, making new friends, and getting to share your thoughts on all the beer that everyone has brought. I'll take a bottle share over a festival any day.” The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. “I have held just about every job under the sun at this point and I've done a lot of interesting things. I was a banker during the financial crisis of 2008 and it was interesting to see what caused all the problems we had then and how much we still haven't been able to recover. It's what made me realize I would rather be doing something I love and not making much money than making a lot of money and hating what I do.” Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. “It's not easy. It takes an incredible amount of passion, determination, blood, sweat, and tears. It can also be an incredible experience. Never stop trying to improve, never stop asking questions, and stay humble.” The state of the Texas craft beer scene is “getting better. There's been so much growth in the past five years despite laws that work against us. It's certainly shaping up into one of the most unique beer scenes in the country.” Favorite perk of working in a brewery is I get to “drink free beer. I'm not

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sure if there's any other appropriate answer to this question..” Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is I have to clean the mash tun. After a brew day is over there's about 3000 pounds worth of spent grain that needs to be shoveled out and then the tun has to be scrubbed clean. It's exhausting work but at the same time it's a great work out. If you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? “Probably a brewery in another state or perhaps even a different country. We have to deal with a lot of incredibly specific and restrictive laws that have been created since the prohibition of alcohol and it's repeal, both on a state and federal level. Most of it makes very little sense and serves no purpose other than to make it harder for smaller breweries to succeed. Not having to deal with the unnecessary bureaucracy would be nice..”

BRETT BRAY: From Page 49 Your favorite beer to brew and/or your favorite beer that you brew? “I am a very big believer in our Bound and Determined Chile Stout. It is a fun beer to work with and I think will be one that we will be well known for. I am looking forward to seeing it barrel aged. (Surprised???)” What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? “I feel that the simple classics are being overlooked. Everyone is in a rush to put out “NEW” that they forget that most beer consumers in general want something simple that they can have with dinner. Give me a well-crafted Amber or Blonde and I am happy.” Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? “As an avid diver, I have always wanted to go to the Great Barrier Reef. I would love to have a pint under the Southern stars, 100 miles from the nearest city lights, with my feet dangling off the side of the boat in the water hoping that a tiny little box jelly-fish does not come along and ruin the moment.” Describe your favorite setting or

event which you have enjoyed a beer? “My favorite single glass of beer was the first one (a Laelaps IPA) at our launch party at Gordon’s Street Tavern in local Alvin. You just can’t beat tasting your beer from your first tap!” The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. “I have done many jobs in my life: Athletic Trainer, Paramedic, Research Biologist, Astrobiologist. My favorite job (until now) was working with NASA’s Human Research Facility developing experiments to find out how the body adapts to a micro-gravity environment. I helped develop the first experiment performed on the International Space Station. It was giving electric shocks to the crew to test their reflexes… (dance for me!). Just kidding… they could not even feel the shocks, just their muscles twitching at bit. I really enjoyed working with all of the NASA folks and the crew who were/are some of the smartest and most dedicated people you could ask to work with. It was the one job where I really felt I was making a difference to mankind as a whole.” Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. “Go talk to as many different breweries as possible. As a community, we are very willing to help each other out and support the up and coming breweries. Join the Brewer’s Guild and start going to the meetings. (Shout out to Dave at Southern Star and the Royo family with No Label for all of their help).” The state of the Texas craft beer scene is…. “hard at work developing some of the best beers in the nation (See results of GABF 2015). Go Texas!” Favorite perk of working in a brewery is I get to “see my hard work coming together. Working for a large company, you feel like part of a machine that you can never see where it is going. In the act of conceiving, planning, and building a brewery, you see your work and your determination take shape, start to come together and take off. You know that it is because of your direct effort (or lack there off) that the endeavor succeeds or does not.”

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IT’S AN ATTITUDE - And sometimes, it’s simply what we seek which comes about when we enjoy our great patio seasons with friends, food, drink and live music. This month, those stops included TBone Tom’s (Rhythm & Rain), Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack (Smith & Dyess), Noah’s Ark (Denny Davis), and the Oleanders Jazz Brunch (Bob Henschen Sextet with Cassandra Tyson). Going last to first, the Jazz Brunch was a totally delightful afternoon hosted by the region’s musical godparents, Andy & Vickie Upchurch at the Oleanders in San Leon. Complete with a newly installed Aquaponics system installed by Celestine Gardens (Google them), this musical and spiritual refuge provided a much-needed relaxing shot in the arm. Not sure why this region doesn’t have as much jazz as it should. It’s creative, innovative, intelligent. Up the road, we caught the Denny Davis band in the Parrots Nest at Noah’s Ark last month and scored a copy of his CD, “Last Song Of The Summer” - Quite a fitting title indeed. - Continued on Page 36

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TONE MONSTERS, PART II - It’s been about 5 years since we last caught the Mighty Orq – that was back at Clifton By The Sea (a place many wouldn’t mind returning to its stature as a historical music gathering spot on the Bay). In October, we reconnected with Ghengis at Katie’s – arguably the finest music listening room in the entire Houston metroplex – where there’s never that silly inner-loop cover charge. Gracing the stage that evening included a guest appearance with Bob Emmons on bass and Annika Chambers singing a set for a hoot of an evening adding fun to go with captivating tone monster solos from the Mighty Orq himself. Since the last time we took in a Mighty Orq show, Ghengis has produced a CD, Soulful City,

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LOOSE NOTES: From Page 43 Following their enjoyable set, Ken joined up with “In Altum,” a new and great-sounding project headed up by James Herrington along with Matt Ligrani, and Ken (vox and axe), David Rios (caretaker of the Cassette Tape gorilla on percussion) and Brandon Robbins on the kit. This was the first time I got to hear them. I’m putting them on my watch list and new band of the year list. Musically, they play an interesting assortment of originals one would expect to hear on movie soundtracks and on the FM radio. According to James, In Altum’s next show will be November 21 at the Cottonwood Pup. They’re busy writing new material for an album due out next year.

key, squeezing in whatever rifts are possible, sort of like the NBA pregame shoot around warm-ups but with these guys, once their sound guy gets all levels dialed in right, they head straight into orbit. Not quite like Phish or the Grateful Dead, but with a bit more primal frenzy perfect for trance and dance grooving. I’m not exactly sure who the leader of this band is as they all keep it together in a cohesive collective. Perhaps as all community villages should operate and on this day, a perfect headline act for this fine El Jardin festival. Well done, all!

Headlining Bayfest this year was Cassette Tape. This band tweaked my interest years ago. I finally figured out that it’s their opening sound and sound check routine where the gang would vamp around an 8/3 in some obscure

TONE MONSTERS, PART 1 - We caught the Moondog Duet of Danny D and Ravin’ Dave at the Cock & Bull in October. Over the decades, these two guitar heroes have played the area live and these days put forth some of the finest tone, not merely by piping their signal through humongous tube amps, (think tequila) but more so with skillful articulations on their instruments along with their vocal purity. Much more like a well-aged scotch whiskey or brandy… It’s very easy to kick back and enjoy the evening with these two on stage with songs spanning the decades along with good company sharing fine food and drink with intelligent conversation. It’s also fun hearing these two play with a full band. When I asked them each when their next Cold Feet show was, both said, “That’s a GREAT question! I’ll have to call Donny and find out.” Can’t wait! - Continued on Page 39

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Loose Notes hand it to these good people for being able to keep this annual festival alive over the years by keeping things simple and fun without getting carried away. Aside from the good eats and fun things for the family was the cool music line up this year with what could best be described as the Ken Valentino and Lucy Fulton Family Circle. The duet of Ken and Lucy (probably one of the area’s best-kept musical secrets) opened the festival on this splendid pre-El Niño weekend. Ken is one of the fine instructors at Danny’s Guitar Hacienda teaching students of all ages and plays at local places ranging from the

Well, the Astros didn’t get to play in the final game of the year, but I’m still delighted from something that was least expected. We had some really outstanding weekends in October, survived some rain with Patricia, placed on our toes with El Niño. I don’t know about you, but I’m not sure I would’ve made it without all the fun and good times that were happening out there on the SCENE. Catching up with many of you readers out there, I’m positive you all were having a great time, too! Let’s run down some of what went down during the month….

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FAMILY AFFAIR BAYFEST was the event, and the park at El Jardin Beach was the place where this great old, fashioned local neighborhood shindig went down. I’ve got to

Bayview Duck and Scout Bar’s Will Play for Food. Interesting range, yes? Local musical godfather, Andy Upchurch, once said, “You really ought to pay attention to the duets. They’ve gotta be good as it’s very hard for only two players to cover mistakes,” and with that, Ken and Lucy qualify amongst the stronger performing and easierto-enjoy duets happening in our area. - Continued on Page 40

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CINCO DE CABO Cabo celebrates 5th Anniversary Saturday, November. 21 Make plans to attend Cabo’s five-year anniversary bash on Saturday, November 21. Enjoy live music from The Slags and drink specials all night. A fun time will be had by all! “Cabo’s atmosphere reflects the heart of our patrons,” said Cabo founder Greg Williams. “We appreciate the community support, our new visitors, and regular customers, and the family of musicians who perform the best live music on the lake!” Cabo is located at 2513 NASA Parkway in Seabrook. This waterfront venue on Clear Lake is a premier place to unwind, let loose, and just have a good time any day of the week. The term “A.W.O.L.” (After Work On the Lake) has become more than a battle cry on Fridays. A.W.O.L. has become the much-appreciated transition from work to play on the weekend. The friendly crowd that assembles at Cabo knows how to have some fun! The venue is spacious and has numerous entertainment amenities such as: a pool table, ping pong table, darts, electronic games, jumbo-sized Jenga blocks, a foosball table, Cornhole, and a Connect 4 game. Take part in some intellectual fun as you test your knowledge on Wednesday nights with “Geeks that Drink” beginning at 8 p.m. Plus, test your taste buds with these smart specials: a $5 Cabo burger and $3 U-Call-Its. And speaking of specials: Cabo offers food and drink specials during football games, specials during basketball games,

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and specials on weekday nights, and over the weekends. There are specials upstairs and downstairs in the Beach Bar, too. The downstairs Beach Bar is completely decked with a fullservice bar, stage, and DJ booth. It should be mentioned that there isn’t a bad seat in the house upstairs at Cabo whether listening to live music or watching various sporting events. Inside, the cozy fireplace sitting area has been a popular spot to sit and relax among friends. Or even coworkers… Cabo is an ideal venue to host holiday parties and special events as well. Their kitchen can cater your event and will be unveiling a new menu soon. Cabo has beautiful views from their over-sized deck. It’s a great place to have lunch or dinner, drinks, listen to live musical entertainment, and have a blast playing games. Arrive by car or boat. The point is to just get there! - Rhonda Meredith

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BRETT BRAY Lead Brewer & Co-Owner Fetching Lab Brewery Favorite Texas beer? “That is a tough one. What Day of the week is it? What is the Temperature? What am I eating? If I had to pick one, it would most likely be St. Arnold’s Bishop Barrels. I love the whole class of Barrel Aged beers and will try any of them.” Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? “Given the previous question; it should be of no surprise for me to say Founders – KBS. Though we do have two bottles of Sam Adams Utopia we are slowly working on and they are quite a remarkable piece of technical brewing.” - Cont. on Page 38

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Will Play For “Scootch” Saturday, December 12 @ Ronnie’s Ice House By Rhonda Meredith The Bay Area is a tight community. If you don’t know someone, chances are you know someone who knows that person. This is what makes us all related – like a big family. Well, one of our own was in a major accident that resulted in a portion of his left leg to be amputated. On October 17, Matt “Scootch” Appelby, the bass player for The Grizzly Band, was struck by a vehicle while assisting a friend with car trouble on the side of the road in Louisiana. He was headed to a motorcycle event and this accident was through no fault of his own. The League City native has had more than four surgeries since this time; including the amputation and its follow-ups, procedures to close up skin rips, and also skin grafts.

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The band line-up at press time is: 12 to 1 p.m. ................Refinery Coast 1 to 1:30 p.m. ..........Samuel Barker** 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. ................InDaSkies

Fab Five Sat., Nov. 21 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE

2:30 to 3 p.m. ........Jordan Tydings** 3 to 3:45 p.m. ........Blackgrass Gospel 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. ....Grifters & Shills** 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. ....Gaby Veray Band 6 to 7 p.m. .................... Cassette Tape 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. ..Card-Castle Deluxe 9 to 10 p.m. ....................Hardy & Co. 10:30 to 11:30 p.m. The Grizzly Band 12 to 1:30 a.m. ..........SPECIAL GUEST

Friends and family have been organizing a **outdoor acoustic stage “Will Play For Scootch” benefit set to begin at noon on Saturday, December 12 at Ronnie’s Ice House located at 4355 FM 517 in Dickinson. Join Scootch’s extended musician family as they rally around a friend in need and “do what we can for a guy who would do anything for us!”

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In addition to the musical entertainment, there will be drinks, food, and vendor auctions. Check out the benefit’s event page on Facebook for the latest information; or to volunteer at or donate to the event. If you can't make it out and would still like to help, go to www.gofundme.com/scootch to make a contribution. Any amount is helpful to cover the mounting medical bills. Approximately 62% of the $10,000 goal has been raised.

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