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Mudbugs Are Back! By Rhonda Meredith For more than six years, those crazy Cajun cousins Boudreaux and Thibodeaux at Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack have been offering mouth-watering dishes fresh from the swamp. Order in from their extensive menu and stay awhile; or enjoy the convenience of their new drivethrough and pick-up window.
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The Swamp Shack, as it’s affectionately known, is located at 310 Texas Avenue at the base of the Kemah Bridge. The familyfriendly restaurant has a laid back and casual atmosphere and a vibe is festive and fun. Anywhere is a good seat in the house and there is even a rooftop deck with a killer view. The mudbugs are back! Channel your inner Cajun and savor the delectable flavors of the hot, fresh, and delicious mudbugs (crawfish) seasoned just right in a boiling Cajun bath served up with corn and potatoes. It’s “yum-mee” along with a cold beverage. Go “getcha” some!
Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack is a family-oriented establishment for sure, but they are a family behind the scenes as well. “Our staff members are family,” said owners Paul Latour and Alan Franks. And not because it seems like all Cajuns are related! They would like to recognize individual employees who have been with them in the Clear Lake service industry with them for quite awhile:
Crazy Alan’s boiling pot also “runneths” over with shrimp, lobsters, and swamp spiders. (The latter is “crabs” for you nonCajuns.)
· Lori Holzie, currently a Crazy Alan’s (Kemah) manager, has been working with Franks since 1996.
Or opt for a “Swamp Snack” at the Swamp Shack and taste some of Crazy Alan’s favorite starters such as the “Swamp Shack Sampler.” The “Smoked Oyster Swamp Shack” is a favorite among customers too. It’s hard to resist these flavors: smoked Parmesan, smoked Ponchatrain, smoked mango salsa, smoked Mexican jalapeño, and smoked pico.
· Jennifer Boehm, currently a Crazy Alan’s (Kemah) manager, has been working with Franks since 1997. · Guiermo Miranda, an operating partner at Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack I-10 location, has been working with Franks since 1999.
Anytime is the right time for a bowl of gumbo, Crab Corn bisque, or Homemade Swamp chili. The Louisiana Swamp gumbo comes in either sausage and chicken, or shrimp and crab. Both are filled with swamp veggies and secret spices in a dark brown roux. - Continued on Page 35
· Bob Deering, Crazy Alan’s (Kemah) employee, has been with working with Franks since 2005 Even Latour and Franks have been business-related since the mid-1980s! Being thankful for longtime employees goes handin-hand with loyal customers as well.
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Featured Culinary Artist: Paul Metha Thai Spice Rice-Noodle House 300 W. Bay Area Blvd. #900 • 281-554-6800 Background: I had been working in Japanese restaurants for years, watching chefs making sushi caught my interest. So I taught myself. With help from friends in the same industry, it has brought me to today. My specialty: Combining ingredients and setting display. Signature dishes: The Stonehenge. It's a combination of fish cream cheese and pepper rolled together and fried in tempura batter, cut and carefully displayed in four vertical pieces. So it's crispy, yet soft and creamy. Have you ever prepared a meal for anyone famous? Famous? I could think of a good friend of mine Leon Cubillas, Former Superintendent of Splendora ISD, Chairman of East Montgomery County Improvement District. Non-famous: how about Ta Jedsi, partnership of Red Curry Thai & Sushi Bar in Kingwood. She is also a partner in my life. Cooking Tip: I always wear gloves when making sushi, so I use sesame oil to make the rice not stick to my gloves and also put a drop on the cutting board to help, too.
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Calling All Cupids! Valentine’s Day Dinner is Served! February, the month of love, is upon us and Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it. This February 14, celebrate all kinds of love: love for your partner, family, friends and most importantly, self-love. The Bay Area has numerous options available to treat yourself and your sweetie during this month’s holiday. We’ve conveniently complied a list detailing some of the Valentine’s options you can find in our area. Whatever you and your sweetheart decide to do this Valentine’s Day, be sure to tell them The SCENE sent you! How ever you choose to spend your Valentine’s weekend, we hope you are surrounded by people you love and care about. Happy Valentine’s Day from everyone at The SCENE Magazine! ~ Lizzy Parker Bakkhus Taverna (605 6th Street, Kemah) 281-538-1800: Bakkhus Taverna Greek Restaurant and Bar invites you celebrate Valentine’s all weekend long! Bakkhus is the place for craft beer, signature cocktails and Greek and American eats. Bakkhus serves a Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring $5 All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes, $3 Mimosas, Bloody Marys and Screwdrivers. No reservations needed. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack (320 Texas Ave., Kemah) 281-334-5000: Take your sweetheart over to Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack under the bridge in Kemah for some of the tastiest Cajun food in the Bay Area. No reservations needed.
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Dickinson Bar-B-Que (2111 FM 517 East, Dickinson) 281-534-2500: Head to family-owned Dickinson Bar-B-Que for award-winning, slow-smoked Texas barbecue, USDA Choice hand-cut steaks and home-style cooking this Valentine’s Day. Dickinson BBQ is the ideal Valentine’s Day destination for you and your sweetheart or the whole family. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood and Texas Steakhouse (1300 E. Broadway Street, Pearland) 281-993-8385: Floyd’s in Pearland is offering a Special Valentine’s Day Menu from February 12 through 14. For $70 per couple, indulge in your choice of one appetizer (Shrimp Diableaux, Stuffed Jalapeños with Crab, Boudin Balls or two cups of Lobster
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Bisque). With the couple’s dinner, enjoy two entrees, your choice of a pasta dinner with choice of Seafood, Cajun Chicken, Cajun Shrimp, Cajun Scallops or Cajun Crawfish and a side salad. Another option is the Surf and Turf with a baked potato and a side salad, which features a 10-ounce sirloin and six shrimp! Other entree choices include the Corvina LaPaz with a side salad and one side dish, Seafood Courtboullion with a side salad; or choose the Catfish Étouffée with a side salad and one side. In addition to the appetizer, soup and entree, Floyd’s offers the following desserts: Chocolate Surprise, Bread Pudding and Valentine’s Cake! Your sweetheart will surely be impressed with such an appeasing spread! - Continued on Page 34
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CLEAR LAKE - NORTH 1. Luna Restaurant (Hilton) 2. Valdo’s 3. Chelsea Wine Bar 4. Boondoggles 5. Villa Capri 6. Sam’s Boat 7. Turtle Club 8. Cabo 9. Pier Eight Seafood 10. Outriggers
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Houston’s Top International Draw Launches World’s Top SPACE SHUTTLE Exhibit A spectacular grand opening celebration marked the unveiling of Space Center Houston’s newest exhibit, complete with fireworks, astronauts and an incredible interactive experience inside the one-of-a-kind exhibit, Independence Plaza presented by Boeing. “It was an unforgettable day for the world and our center,” said Richard E. Allen Jr., president and CEO of the educationally focused nonprofit museum, Space Center Houston. “Visitors celebrated the historic day and the launch of the world-class exhibit symbolizing one of America’s greatest accomplishments in space exploration.” Years in the making, the extraordinary day themed “Mission Accomplished” welcomed visitors from all over the world to be a part of the historic opening. For the first time, the nonprofit opened the eight-story-tall multiple-exhibit complex, featuring the first shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905 and the high-fidelity shuttle replica Independence. Space Center Houston Exhibits Manager PAUL SPANA (left) and retired NASA 905 pilot FRANK MARLOW address the media days before the display’s grand opening.
Set around the magnificent new exhibit complex, the day kicked off with an exciting opening ceremony and a T-10 countdown to celebrate the monumental day. Visitors heard from NASA Johnson Space Center Director and astronaut Dr. Ellen Ochoa, who was integral in obtaining the extraordinary vehicles featured in the international landmark. - Continued on Next Page
INDEPENDENCE PLAZA GETS A MISSION PATCH Every human mission NASA has flown since Gemini V has its own patch, created by the astronauts venturing into space. The newest international landmark, Independence Plaza, has its own unique mission patch and logo. The design reflects the remarkable ingenuity and achievement of the Space Shuttle Program and the innovators who conceived of the plan to ferry shuttles on the back of a 747. The logo has a patriotic flair, with a flag behind NASA 905 and the shuttle replica Independence. On that flag are five grouped stars to denote the orbiters that flew into space and one single star to represent Enterprise, the orbiter that proved our Boeing 747 could carry a shuttle.
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Independence Plaza Grand Opening • Cont. Laura Husband, daughter of the late astronaut Col. Rick Husband, sang the National Anthem while RE/MAX skydivers landed at the event and the U.S. Coast Guard Ceremonial Honor Guard presented the colors. Space Center Houston President and CEO Richard Allen told the crowd about the ambitious project and why bringing such a grand exhibit to life was important to the nonprofit. U.S. Rep. Brian Babin joined the ceremony and presented Space Center Houston with a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol Building. John Elbon, vice president and general manager of Boeing Space Exploration, discussed the importance of Independence Plaza and the significance of the shuttle carrier aircraft program to the Space Shuttle Program. The excitement filled the air when visi- Space Center Houston Presitors took their first steps dent and CEO Richard Allen inside the exhibit complex and entered both the shuttle carrier aircraft NASA 905 and the high-fidelity shuttle replica Independence. The action continued throughout the day with activities for the whole family. Visitors watched a space adventure during a special viewing of the new animated movie “Capture the Flag;” participated in interactive PopUp Science Labs; and had fun with hands-on space-related educational activities. People of all generations enjoyed a special opportunity to have Lunch with an Astronaut and meet space veterans Jerry Ross and Ken Cameron. Visitors took home the ultimate souvenir during astronaut autograph signings with Anne McClain, Ken Cameron and Jerry Ross, who also signed copies of his book “Spacewalker: My Journey in Space and Faith as NASA Record-Setting Frequent Flyer.” During three panel discussions, visitors gathered to hear about the rich history of the shuttle program and the exciting future of aerospace from the pioneers of human space exploration. Among the panelists were astronauts Jerry Ross, Dr. Jan Davis and Ken Cameron; shuttle carrier aircraft pilot Frank Marlow; Tony Antonelli, Lockheed Martin; Mark Mulqueen, Boeing; astronaut Brian Duffy, Orbital ATK; Chris Sanders, Aerojet Rocketdyne; George Nield, Federal Aviation Administration; Peter McGrath, Boeing; Jeff Siders, OrbitalATK; and Benji Reed, SpaceX. - Continued on Page 29
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HOUSTON SYMPHONY LEAGUE BAY AREA’S 15th ANNUAL HOME TOUR • MARCH 4-6 By Domino Taylor There are several signs of spring coming, in nature and in the arts, and the long tradition of the symphony fundraiser of the Bay Area Home Tour is number one. The Houston Symphony League Bay Area’s Home Tour is March 4 through 6, and this year it offers diversity in style, era of design, and décor from a home that looks like a cottage with a footbridge to one that has 6,000 square feet. Two of the homes are in the Historic District of League City, two are in Nassau Bay, and one is in El Lago/Seabrook. Like many homes in the League City Historic District, this original home was constructed in 1908 from cypress lumber salvaged from the Great Hurricane of 1900 in Galveston. The owners have made significant improvements including enlarging the home, but have stayed true to the period with colors, style and décor. Unable to purchase moldings and frames representative of the period, the owner milled them in his shop. The décor was created by the owner, a master craftsman, who was inspired by beautiful pieces in historic Galveston homes. Even the landscaping – which includes a foot bridge and gazebo – is true to the period. A hidden treasure of the Bay Area, West Bay Common School Children’s Museum features a one-room schoolhouse on property originally home to the first school in League City. While the building is not original to League City, it is an original Texas one-room school lovingly moved to League City. Desks, chalkboard, stove and teacher’s desk are faithful to the period. Guests are able to “be” one of the students. Once serving as the garage for the one and only school bus in League City, the museum is a treasure trove of articles typical of the period of the school and even boasts a workable player piano.
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The residence in El Lago boasts a superb view of Taylor Lake and an Olympic-sized pool. The home is furnished with a combination of modern and vintage pieces and an incredible art collection. The first floor includes a recognized water colorist studio resplendent with exceptional works, also art works are on display throughout the other two stories. The personality of the owner is apparent in the humor and character of the pieces in the home.
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In Nassau Bay, there are many homes that are being lifted due to the damages suffered from Ike, but there are two distinctive ones that are on the tour this year. In the time of Hansel and Gretel, Old English and Danish Modern, the architecture of this home was most unique and ahead of its time. The architect, Clovis B. Heimsath, and design were featured in the 1966 Architectural Record of Houses, a rhythmical design centers on an open-plan great hall for the living areas, surrounded by closed, private rooms at each of the four corners of the house. The original owners were Captain and Mrs. Charlie Bassett. Captain Bassett was in the third group of astronauts chosen by NASA in 1963 for the Gemini and Apollo missions. While updated, the original design has stood the test of time and the house remains true to its original design providing variety and spaciousness. The original architect and his architect son plan to be at the home during the tour. - Continued on Page 21
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Women, wine, and abstracts are the favorite subjects of local artist Debi Starr. The three subjects dominate her striking collection. Many of her paintings are brilliantly colored and all emanate deep expression and daring style. The artist revealed her brighter, bolder pieces are her interpretation of pop art color and style. She told, “I like to put my own twist on things.” According to Starr, she is “continuing to creatively engage and cheer up the world.” Starr said she has created art her whole life. She first studied at Houston’s High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Starr then attended the Art Institute of Chicago and Houston Baptist University. She holds a Bachelor degree in Fine Arts and an Art Education Teaching Certificate. While teaching art in the Fort Bend school district, Starr employed her mural and faux painting skills when they became extremely popular art forms. She said commissions kept her very busy. Starr also taught art privately and has been teaching both kids and adults for more than 30 years. Many of those years, Starr shared that she worked out of her garage and never advertised; though, her classes remained full. Currently, Starr runs her first store front, StarrStruck Gallery and Studio. “It’s a dream come true. It’s totally incredible to have a place to create and show and teach,” she said. Starr stated she aspires to operate a gallery that has a “more relaxed atmosphere and feels comfortable.” She added, “I want to provide an art gallery that feels approachable and interactive; encouraging people to enter and to ask questions.” Along those same ideals, Starr believes her teaching methods garner the same comfort level. She said, “I help master your way, not my way.” She described her way of teaching as more “fostering.” In fact, Starr informed she has taught some of her students since the age of 5 to the present. - Continued on Page 21
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Feb. 5: “We LOVE Heart” Art Reception, Star Struck Gallery, 822 Clear Lake Dr., Clear Lake Shores. All month show and 2nd reception Feb. 18 with 20 % of sales to Texas Children’s Heart Center, 281-4332365, debistar.com Feb. 9, 16, 23: Adult Art Lessons with Gay Paratore, 3:15 – 5:15 p.m., Children’s art lessons available, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-3321393 butlerlonghornmuseum.com Feb. 15: Lakeview Guild Meeting. 3rd Monday each month 7p.m., check website for location, for more info, email info@lakeviewquiltersguild.org, lakeviewquiltersguild.org
THEATRE
Feb. 2 – 26: Falling for Eve, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281-337-SHOW, harbourtheater.com Feb. 4 - 7: The Cemetery Club, Directed by Jada August, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sundays 3 p.m., Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen-Genoa, Pasadena, 713-941-1758, pasadenalittletheatre.org Feb. 6: Mardi Gras Fundraiser and Parade Watching Party, Island ETC Theatre, 2317 Mechanic, Galveston, 409-762-3556, islandetc.org Feb. 11: In the Mood, The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2 pm, 7:30 p.m., 2020 Postoffice St.
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Feb. 19 -21: Cinderella, Bay Area Ballet & Theatre, performances at U of H Clear Lake, Bayou Bldgs. bahbt.org
MUSIC
Feb. 6: School of Rock Show, Cabo, 1 – 6 p.m. 2513 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, 281218-7625 clearlake@schoolofrock.com
Galveston, 1800-821-1894, thegrand.com
Feb. 14: School of Rock Show, Scout Bar, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 18307 FM207, Houston, 281218-7625, clearlake@schoolofrock.com
Feb. 20 & 21: Ragtime, the Musical, 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. Galveston, 1-800-821-1894, thegrand.com
Feb. 21: School of Rock Show, Continental Club, 2- 7 p.m., 3700 Main St. Houston, 281218-7625, clearlake@schoolofrock.com Feb. 26: The Frank & Dean and More Show, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 butlerlonghornmuseum.com Feb. 27: Itzhak Perlman in Concert, 8p.m., The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. Galveston, 1-800-821-1894, thegrand.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
March 1: Bay Area Photo Club, Butler Longhorn Museum, 6 - 9p.m. 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 president@bayareaphotoclub.org, bayareaphotoclub.org
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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, www.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, www.lunarrendevous.org.
Feb. 5: An Evening with Andrew Bateman, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghornmuseum.com
Feb 20: Blue Area Bluegrass Association Show, 7:00 p.m. Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, baba.org
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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, www.hcpl.net La Porte Library: Tuesday is Story Time with Mr. Mark at 10:15 a.m.; Thursdays are
Butler Longhorn Museum: 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393, butlerlonghorn museum.com Galveston Railroad Museum: Train Rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, Galveston, 409-765-5700, www.galvestonmuseum.com. League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281554-2994, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, www.oneroomschoolhouse.org Lone Star Flight Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org 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 - Continued on Page 21
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Symphony League Home Tour Continued From Page 18
A premier property in Nassau Bay with an uninterrupted view of Clear Lake, the home was originally constructed in l977, and then extensively remodeled by the second owners during the mid-1980s and 1990s. With large rooms and an open floor plan downstairs, guests consider the house “cozy in a big sort of way.” Two wet bars, a backyard barbecue, an ample game room, and a large deck result in the current owners to call it the Party Palace. Entertaining includes annual parties for holidays, football games, and a salmon barbecue, special events have ranged from parties for spacecraft engineering colleagues to a wedding for 80 guests. For the Home Tour, rooms in the house will feature decorations for various regular annual parties. The first two owners spared no expense and incorporated every feature from sweeping staircase to gourmet kitchen in the front of the house, so the cook can view the water, and a master suite featured in a book on architectural lighting. The current owners restored the first floor and added a few improvements after extensive storm surge damage from Hurricane Ike. The home includes over 6,000 square feet of space plus the large deck. The tour times are noon to 5 p.m. on March 5 and 6. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the doors of homes. A pre-tour party will be held on Friday, March 4 with tickets $75 a person and includes a tickets to all five homes. Purchase tickets at Arlan’s (4614 NASA Parkway), Cassanova’s (4630 NASA Parkway), Adelaide’s (14870 Space Center) or Unexpected Interiors (613 E. Main Street). For more information on this stimulating fundraising event for music programs in local schools, call 713-725-4961 or 281-488-7614 and the website, www.hslba.org. There is something for everyone, so join the fun.
Featured Artist: DEBI STARR Continued From Page 19 As for Starr’s preferred choice of medium, she declared, “Everything!” She did admit her biggest passion is paint. Starr also disclosed her love of experimenting with essence and sheen of resins and precious metals. She explained the resin coating process to obtain a glass-like finish is difficult. “With conditions just perfect, the resin must be mixed exactly right, or it will ruin the painting,” she said. One of Starr’s most recent series incorporates mixed media of textured layers of silver, copper, and gold leaf on wood panels with paint, ink, and charcoal. For Starr, drawing is a strength and good foundation in her works. She disclosed her precious metals series required a lot of drawing, painting, and scraping in order to create “lost edges or integrated design” leaving the audience wondering, “Where does it start and stop.” Starr acknowledged she
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paints as she is in a particular moment. “You can see a distinct difference in color palette in my paintings from previous years. Painting changes and evolves as I do, which is a huge positive in being an artist, or I would get bored,” she said. Starr’s works are not only on display at her studio. Starr has three Seabrook pelicans around town at Bayside Little League, Lake Point Forest and Clear Falls High School. To view additional artist works or learn about art classes, visit www.starrstruck gallery.com or www.debi starr.com StarrStruck Gallery is located at 822 Clear Lake Road in Clear Lake Shores. Upcoming exhibits include We Love Heart Art Feb. 5 & Feb. 18 benefitting Texas Children’s Heart Center.
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ARTS CALENDAR Continued From Page 21 San Jacinto Monument & Museum: Open Daily 9:00a.m. - 6:00 p.m. La Porte, 281-479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org Space Center of Houston: 1601 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay, 224-2100, Pluto’s Valentine Special Exhibition thru Feb.15, www.spacecenter.org Texas City Museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., Texas City, 409-643-5799, www.texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm
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Fiterman Sports Group Grand Opening Late last month Fiterman Sports Group celebrated the opening of their new store in Baybrook Mall’s Expansion with a special event featuring appearances by two of the most talked about athletes in the history of professional sports, former Heavyweight Boxing Champion Mike Tyson and All-Time Baseball Hit King Pete Rose. A massive crowd visited the new store to meet Tyson and Rose. Photos by Betsey Ennis.
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Houston is ‘SPORTS CITY USA’ in 2016 Houston will become the hottest sporting venue in the country this year. The city is hosting world-class sporting events that range from Olympic qualifying soccer matches and the NCAA Final Four to rodeos and Super Bowl LI.
tional spotlight on the Bayou City as four college teams face off for the title of best in the NCAA. Beyond the games, there will be a high energy Fan Fest and NCAA Experience held Downtown.
FEBRUARY: The action beBaseball season in gins in February 2016 when Houston begins April Houston will host both the 11 as the Astros take America Rugby Championship on their bitter rivals the and CONCACAF Women’s socWorld Series Champion April 2 & 4 cer Olympic finals matches at Kansas City Royals. The @ NRG Stadium BBVA Compass Stadium downRoyals edged the Astros town. The rugby match brings fifth ranked out of a World Series run in a heartbreakArgentina to town to take on Team USA ing Game 5 loss in Kansas City. Festivities (February 6, 2016). Just days later, watch will also include the Opening Day Street the World Cup Champion U.S. Women’s Festival downtown before the game. National Soccer team compete against JUNE: The 2016 Copa America soccer eight other internationally ranked countries championship will be held in Houston and for two coveted spots in the Rio 2016 Sum- nine other U.S. cities June 3-26 2016. This mer Olympics. marks the first time the event has been MARCH: March is all about the Rodeo in Houston. The 2016 Livestock Show and Rodeo kicks off it’s month long tenure of championship rodeo action along with performances by some of the world’s biggest recording artists. The event draws over 2 million spectators each year. On March 6, Major League Soccer will host its 2016 season kickoff at BBVA Compass Stadium with a match between the Houston Dynamo and New England Revolution. The South Western Athletic Conference college basketball championship takes place at the Toyota Center from March 8-12. The 10-team tournament adds to the excitement and anticipation of March Madness in Houston. APRIL: On April 2 and 4, Houston will host the NCAA Men’s Final Four Basketball Championship at NRG Stadium. One of the most eagerly anticipated sporting events of the year, the Final Four will shine the na-
staged outside South America and will be the most prestigious soccer tournament hosted in the U.S. since the World Cup in 1994. Houston’s NRG Stadium will be one of 10 U.S. venues which have been selected to host matches during the historic Copa America Centenario. 16 teams including Team USA will vie for the coveted title which acts as a preface to the 2018 World Cup in St. Petersburg, Russia. SEPTEMBER through DECEMBER: Fall marks the beginning of football mania in Houston. The Texans and area college teams begin their regular seasons in September. Kick off the 2016 College Football Season with a showdown between the Peach Bowl Champion Houston Cougars and Big 12 Champion Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday, September 3rd at NRG Stadium. - Continued on Page 29 More of Fiterman Sports Group’s Grand Opening
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Sailing Calendar
USODA Team Race Midwinter Championships hosted by Lakewood Yacht Club
LYC’S USODA RACE MIDWINTER CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM WINNERS GO ON TO COMPETE IN ITALY Lakewood Yacht Club's youth sailors captured first place in the USODA Team Race Midwinter Championship held in Seabrook, TX. Welcoming 142 youth sailors from around the country, Lakewood proudly hosted the Midwinters Championship this year. Racing over three days on Clear Lake, the 31 teams competed for a highly-coveted invitation to Venice, Italy to represent the USA at the Trofeo Marco Rizzotti World Championship in June of this year.
Cupid’s Boat Parade Feb.13 • Kemah Channel
MidWinter Regatta
The opti class victory came in a tight final round against the Lauderdale team who went undefeated through the qualifying rounds. In the finals, Yumi Yoshiyasu, Dutch Byerly, Zane Rogers, Paul Houston, and Michael Burns pulled ahead for a first-place lead. Lakewood's sailing team fought hard to break a tied series. It was a decisive race, and the team dominated the competition to win the championship.
Feb 27-28 • Galveston Bay
Elissa Regatta March 9-10 • Galveston Bay
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At 14, Dutch Byerly can't believe he's actually getting to compete in Venice. "I am VERY excited about going to Italy. I've never been. It'll be a long trip, so I’ll be watching lots of TV on the way. The most exciting thing is that I get to go with the team." - Continued on Page 26
LAKEWOOD TO HOST 15TH BAY CUP I • MARCH 5 Lakewood Yacht Club and Bay Access are excited to present Bay Cup I, part of the 2016 Bay Cup Series! Fleet Captain Tom Frankum has announced that the 2016 Bay Cup I Regatta will be held on Sat., March 5th, on Galveston Bay. This one-day event will once again showcase a full spectrum of sailboats and feature long distance premier racing. “Bay Cup I is the first of a two race series with races having multiple legs totaling about 15 - 20 nautical miles,” explained David Comeaux, Bay Cup I Regatta Chair. This will be an amazing experience to both sailors and spectators alike. “Make a weekend of it and bring the family and/or friends to enjoy your evenings at one of the fine hotels in Seabrook,” related Comeaux.
Sat., March 5 • Galveston Bay
Heald Bank I April 23-24 • Galveston Bay
Shoe Regatta May 14-15 • Galveston Bay
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Commodore’s Ball Sat, Feb 6 • Di Amici
Performance Cup
Experience a weekend of sailing, music, dining, and fun at Lakewood Yacht Club! While here, families could also enjoy local entertainment that includes; inspiring the mind at Space Center Houston, relishing a stroll through Armand Bayou, enjoying the many rides at Kemah Boardwalk and hiking one of the numerous nature trails in the city of Seabrook. It is truly an outdoor paradise! - Continued on Page 26
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March 19-20 • Galveston Bay
Conundrum Sat, April 16 • Galveston Bay
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The Midwinters Championship is open to kids under the age of 15 who sail in the optimist dinghy class. A one-person vessel for beginner sailors, the opti remains the boat of choice for youth racers who want to broaden their racing skills and expand their competitive edge. Byerly, who's been sailing optis since the age of eight, trains every weekend with Lakewood's coaches and attends the club's Opti Camp in the summer. Sticking to a rigorous training regimen has paid off for Byerly. "At first, I didn't like the water that much. But it didn't take very long for me to really start liking it."
Bay Cup I is the first in a series with Bay Cup II taking place on August 6th. Overall trophies will be presented for the two-race series at the conclusion of Bay Cup II. Both are open to the public with a $75 registration fee each. This includes the Skipper’s Meeting on Fri., Mar. 4th, 7:30 pm in Lakewood’s ballroom, along with one meal and two drink tickets for the Sat. night party, which includes the awards ceremony and amazing live music from Kelly McGuire. Kelly McGuire is an award-winning singer/songwriter that will make you smile, cry, tap your toes, kiss your guitar and have a blast.
The 3-day race was followed by an outdoor awards ceremony where each team member received an engraved trophy. Byerly couldn't wait to add his new team sailing award to all the mounting basketball trophies in his room. "This was the first big win for our team. We've been trying for a win for three years now. And we finally won!"
Racers can register now online at lakewoodyachtclub.com before the Wednesday, March 2nd deadline. Don’t miss out! Classes include PHRF Spinnaker, PHRF Non-Spin, Cruising Poleless Spin, Cruising Non-Spin-Classic Canvas (i.e. Dacron sails), Shorthanded Offshore Sailors (SOS), Multihull and One Design Classes.
Topping out at nearly 100 sailors, Lakewood's Youth Sailing Program trains athletes who sail in opti class, laser class, and even the Olympic-grade 470 class. Directed by former Olympic competitor Marek Valasek, the Lakewood sailing team enjoys coaching expertise from international competitors as well as winners of top-ranking national regattas. Program opportunities are available for youth aged six and older. For information about Lakewood's Youth Sailing Program, contact sailingdirector@lakewoodyachtclub.com.
Sponsors that are helping to make the Bay Cup I an amazing event are Don Q Puerto Rico’s Premier Rum, the City of Seabrook, Blackburn Marine, West Marine, Davis Marine Electronics, Edna Rice, Executive Recruiters Inc., Little Yacht Sales, Texas Coast Yachts, and True North Marine! Proceeds from the Regatta benefit Bay Access, a not for profit charitable organization fostering amateur racing and sailing on Galveston Bay.
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For questions regarding Bay Cup I, please contact Lakewood Yacht Club’s office at 281About Lakewood Yacht Club: Lakewood Yacht Club is a private, member-owned club reinventing the 474-2511 or David standard for a vibrant social life, exclusive yachting lifestyle, and premier youth sailing. One of the top ten Comeaux at davidyacht clubs in the nation, Lakewood beckons to those who love the water and live life to the fullest. comeaux@earthlink.net.
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Hidden Jewels on the Island:
MOD Coffeehouse By Lizzy Parker
MOD Coffeehouse, located at 2126 Post Office Street in downtown Galveston, is hidden in plain sight. The name “MOD” comes from the local company aspiring to incorporate something “modern, yet full of charm and warm hospitality” to the more historic area of Galveston. Upon approaching the community coffeehouse, you’ll see a beautiful pergola full of lush greenery and string lights lining the outdoor patio area. Walking into MOD Coffeehouse feels like coming home.
handshake agreed to partner with the now owner, Holly. The amazing story of how MOD came together after the storm is one you truly need to hear Holly tell herself. More than 20 people (customers of MOD prior to the storm), came together on a Saturday afternoon to hand make the decoupage tables seen in MOD today. Many of the other tables were made from reclaimed floorboards of homes that were damaged in the hurricane.
With such a warm and inviting atmosphere, any Galveston native or tourist alike will feel like they belong. One of the first things you’ll notice inside are the large chalkboard menus that were hand painted by local artist, Elizabeth Punches, hanging behind the counter listing the multitude of caffeinated options for your choosing. MOD’s coffee comes straight from Katz Coffee in Houston and is roasted, delivered and served in less than 24 hours. Katz even helped MOD create the very popular MOD House Blend, which is served daily. Go with a classic Latte, Cappuccino, Americano or feel free to venture into the many Specialty Latte options MOD has available such as the “Almond Joy” (mocha, coconut & amaretto), the “Holly” (toffee nut, vanilla & cinnamon sugar), or if you’re feeling adventurous, try the “Just Trust Me” (it really is a secret). Pairing with the amazing coffee, espresso and teas, MOD’s baked goods are all handmade in house. Try the creative carrot cake cookies or the yummy banana nut bread!
Along with the customer-made furniture which customers tend to move all around the establishment, patrons frequently gift gnomes to MOD and you can see them throughout the coffeehouse. MOD’s prized gift is a Tree of Life mosaic in two pieces. One panel was made by survivors of Hurricane Ike, the other by first responders who aided the Galveston community in distress. The amazing piece was hand crafted by hundreds of people and is a breath-taking sight to see.
Holly Hopkins is the owner of this Galveston go-to coffee stop, but she prefers to call herself the “Steward” of MOD, which means she’s much more than a just a boss. Holly feels she has a responsibility to “take care of what’s been entrusted to her” – the very dedicated employees who have been working with her as part of the MOD family for many years. You won’t see any turnover at MOD, so expect to see the same smiling faces if you frequent the place.
Holly and her husband, Mark, are dedicated to the values and traditions the Browns envisioned for MOD in the beginning and the theme of good business, community and the genuine sense of MOD and its family helping its customers and employees have the very best day possible still rings true to this day. MOD is a refuge for all members of the community. Holly Hopkins says, “You can’t own what has a heartbeat.” MOD Coffeehouse belongs to all of us. If you’re looking for a hometown or home away from home spot where everybody knows your name and your drink order, look no further than MOD Coffeehouse.
Sadly, during Hurricane Ike, MOD was severely damaged with more than 8 feet of water. After the storm, the former owners, the Brown family, on Christmas Eve and with only a
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Voters on Galveston.com recently pronounced MOD Coffeehouse as “Best Small Business” for the second year and the Galveston Daily News listed MOD as #21 of the 101 Things to Love about Galveston going on to say MOD is the “heartbeat of the community.” This sense of community is deeply felt by the devoted MOD coffee drinkers on the island.
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2016 SEABROOK LUCKY TRAIL MARATHON
Upcoming Fitness Events
The Luckiest Marathon in Texas! March 18, 19 & 20, 2016 Seabrook Nature Trails: Rex Meador Park 2100 Meyer Rd., Seabrook TX 77586 The 13th Annual Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay and -- new in 2016 -5K Run to Benefit Footsteps of the Fallen. These races are set up for Runners, by Runners to support the local running community, and to help charitable organizations along the way.
Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon Sat., Feb. 6, 2016 Annual Galloway Gallop 5K and 10K Fundraiser Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah TX 77565
Sun., Feb. 21, 2016 Space City 10 Miler and 2 Person Relay UH Clear Lake 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Houston, TX
Sun., Feb. 14, 2016 Galveston Marathon and Half Marathon Sengerfest Park 2300 Strand Galveston, TX 77550
Sat., Feb. 27, 2016 A Walk-4-Loved Ones Pearland 5K Cancer Prevention Run/Walk Silverlake Elementary, Pearland, TX 77584
Sat., Feb. 20, 2016 6th Annual Jail Break Run 1/2 Marathon & 5K Baytown Police Dept.3200 Main St. Baytown, 77520 6th Annual Surfside Shuffle 5K/10K 2211 Blue Water Highway Surfside Beach, TX 7754 Alvin ISD Education Foundation Turtle Race & Family Fun Run/Walk National Oak Park, E. Sealy St., Alvin, TX Ima's Home For Children 5K 9900 Almeda Genoa Houston, TX 77075
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Sun., Feb. 28, 2016 Terry Fox Run Houston Tom Bass Park 3452 Fellows Road Houston, TX 77047
2016 Lucky Trail Marathon Schedule Friday March 18, 2016 @ 6:30PM: 5K Run to Benefit Footsteps For The Fallen - Friday 5K course on the Seabrook Trails
Sat., March 5, 2015 Causeway FunD Run/ Walk Galveston Island Causeway • 8522 Teichman Rd., Galveston, TX 77553 Sat-Sun., March 19-20 Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, Half-Marathon, Relay, and 5K Rex Meador Park 2100 Meyer Rd, Seabrook, 77586
Saturday March 19, 2016 @ 7:15 AM: Half Marathon and 2-Person Relay Saturday March 19, 2016 @ 7:30 AM: 5K Run to Benefit Footsteps For The Fallen (Saturday Course Closes at 11:15 AM) Sunday March 20, 2016 @7:15 AM: Marathon, 4-Person Relay Sunday March 20, 2016 @7:30 AM: Half Marathon (Sunday Course Closes at 2 PM)
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INDEPENDENCE PLAZA: from pg 17 Unlike anything else in the world, Independence Plaza immerses visitors in the science and history of the shuttle era with hands-on exhibit displays inside an unprecedented interactive experience. It honors those who designed, built and flew in America’s Space Shuttle Program by recounting stories from astronauts, engineers and pilots. Visitors learn about the key role NASA Johnson Space Center played in the shuttle’s development and see firsthand the future of space exploration through the interactive multi-media educational displays. To visit Independence Plaza, visitors who have purchased an admission ticket can reserve a free timed ticket to view the smaller shuttle, enter the larger plane via a firstcome, first-served line or walk around the plaza without waiting in lines. The new timed tickets were a suggestion from our visitors. We will continue to modify the program to ensure our guests have the best experience possible. To learn more about timed tickets, visit spacecenter.org/timed-ticketing. For tips on planning your trip, go to the spacecenter.org/visitor. Admission to Independence Plaza is included with a full-price ticket. Purchase a Space Center Houston
membership for a few dollars more than full-price admission and return free as often as you like during the year with free parking, special events and much more. For more information on Space Center Houston, visit spacecenter.org. ----------------------------------SPORTS CITY USA: from pg 23 The nationally televised Advocare Texas Kickoff is one of four neutral-site kickoff games in the country and attracts over 65,000 fans per year. Houston once again steps into the limelight as host of the Advocare Texas Bowl at the end of December 2016. The matchup pits the SEC and Big 12 conference champions against one another for an epic title match. SUPER BOWL LI: The biggest game in sports returns to Houston’s NRG Stadium February 5, 2017. Preparations are already under way to provide visitors and Houstonians with an exciting week of activities and public events leading up to Super Bowl LI. The Super Bowl is the most watched television program in the United States annually with over 100 million viewers on average. The game also attracts
large audiences worldwide. This is the third Super Bowl for Houston. The city last hosted the big game at NRG Stadium in 2004. The hub for many Super Bowl activities will be Discovery Green, the 12-acre downtown park that fronts the George R. Brown Convention Center. The city of Houston as well as many local businesses and nonprofits are busy adding new hotels, infrastructure, and renovations to ensure the city looks its best for a year in the spotlight. Both of Houston’s international airports have undergone extensive renovations and terminal additions to accommodate area growth and the expected influx of travel to Houston in 2016 and 2017. By the time the big game rolls around, Houston will have added 8 new hotels with nearly 3,000 rooms in addition to the over 5,000 rooms already available. The 20-block Houston Convention District adds to the list with major renovations completely redesigning the face of downtown. The project will be completed in time to host the Super Bowl fan festival at the George R. Brown Convention Center in February 2017.
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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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5. GALVESTON BAY BEER
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13. ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CTR. 17. RAILEAN DISTILLERY
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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. 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
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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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a shared dessert offered at $40 per couple. Reservations are recommended. The Continued From Page 12 three appetizer options are Jalapeño But wait, there’s more! Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, Gulf Coast Crab Cakes or Spinach and ArtiFloyd’s in Pearland has daily drink and choke Dip (served with artisan bread). happy hour specials during Valentine’s Couples can choose two entrees out of weekend. Friday specials include $5 Jim four offerings: Bourbon Glazed Salmon Beam, Jack Daniel’s, Crown and Crown (topped with poached pear, served with Apple while the Saturday specials are $3 SnoCones and $4 Fireball and Starphuck- risotto and grilled asparagus); New Orers. On Sundays, enjoy $3 Bloody Marys. leans Fettuccine Pasta (tossed with Floyd’s Pearland offers crawfish for $6.99 shrimp, andouille sausage, veggies and a creamy Cajun sauce; a 10-ounce Smoked a pound or 5 pounds for $32. Prime Rib with rosemary au jus (served Gio’s Flying Pizza and Pasta (650 FM with fingerling potatoes and grilled as517 W., Dickinson) 281-337-0107: paragus); or Chicken Roma (chicken This Valentine’s treat your love to pizza, breast with prosciutto, spinach and mozpasta, seafood or steak at Gio’s Flying zarella cheese, topped with roasted red Pizza in Dickinson. Finish your romantic pepper sauce). For dessert to share with meal with a serving of gelato! your sweetie, bite into the Amor A Jackie’s Brickhouse (1053 Marina Bay Primero Vista (a combination of Crème Drive {FM 2094} Kemah) 832-864Brûlée and Tiramisu served with Crème 2459: This Valentine’s Day, Jackie’s Brickfresh and seasonal berries. Sundays from house has prepared a special menu 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Jackie’s offers an available February 12 through 14. The All-You-Can-Eat Bruch Buffet on with opThree-Course Valentine’s Menu includes tional Bottomless Mimosas and a Buildone appetizer to share, two entrees and Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar. Sunday's happy hour is from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. where you can Corsets and Costumes for your order two Bloody Marys Cupid at XTC Boutique and a half dozen oysters for $8.50. Sundays from 3505 Hwy. 146 Bacliff (832-864-3630) / 5309 I-45 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., get 4 La Marque (409-986-6144): Find something to wrap pounds of crawfish for your sweetheart in this Valentine’s Day at XTC in Bacliff $20 with corn, potatoes, and La Marque. The intimate apparel boutique and novbutter and seasoning. elty shop has a wide range of lingerie for the beauty in your life in all sizes from extra small to 4XL. Not sure what Kemah Boardwalk to purchase for your honey? XTC has a knowledgeable Restaurants (215 Kipp staff to help you choose something fitting, but they also Ave., Kemah) 877-285have gift baskets and gift cards available. XTC can even 3624: Kemah Boardwalk special order items for you and your special someone. is hosting “Seaside Sweethearts” this Valentine’s Calm Your Cupid with ZENergy Day. Enjoy dinner at any of the waterfront restau2600 South Shore Blvd #300, League City (281796-7476 or 281-904-8410): For a unique Valentine’s rants and receive a complimentary train ride for Day gift this year, help your sweetheart find their center two February 12 through or find your own balance at ZENergy in League City. 14. The boardwalk is Using energy work and hypnotherapy, ZENergy can home to numerous help those who are looking for love this February or anyrestaurants, amusements, one working on their very important self-love. The perretail stores and daily seafect way to treat yourself and your partner this month is side shows to keep you with ZENergy’s 2 for 1 Valentine’s Day Special. If you’re and your sweetheart enunattached and looking for love, the staff at ZENergy is tertained. there to help! Bring a single friend with you to experience the self-love journey. The possibilities are endless when you love yourself first. We have many soul mates in our life, but it is with our love partners we learn the greatest lessons. Learn more at www.FeelZENergyBalance.com, and call for an appointment today.
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After-Dinner Dates ROCK-N-ROLL CUPID Scout Night Out (18307 Egret Bay Blvd., Houston) 281-335-0002 For some additional Sunday Fun-day time with your sweetie this Valentine’s Day, head over to Scout Bar for a four band evening show starting at 7:30 p.m. The Valentine’s line-up includes headliners BALLYHOO!, with Resinated, Refinery Coast and The High Mile. Tickets are $13 at the door or you can buy them online at www.scoutbar.com.
LATE-NIGHT CUPID For some late night Valentine’s Day fun, bar hop between Palapa Bar, Money Bar and Skallywag, which are located within walking distance of each other in Kemah, Texas. All three bars stay open till 2 am on Sunday night so you can party with your sweetie into the morning hours. Palapa’s Club is open 9 pm to 2 am on Sunday. Monkey Bar offers Sunday Funday Specials all day featuring $5 Bloody Mary’s, $4 Micheladas, $2.75 Lonestar and $4.50 Mind Erasers and Zipperheads. Skallywag’s Sunday Special is $4.50 Texas Vodkas all day long. Palapa Bar (608 6th Street, Kemah) 281-334-3746 Monkey Bar (605 6th Street #C, Kemah) 281-334-7800 Skallywag Suds N’ Grub (600 6th Street, Kemah) 281-538-8877 French that makes us think about love. La Poz French Cafè in Seabrook has something special planned for Valentine’s weekend. Friday and Saturday, February 12 and 13, La Poz will offer a dinner special (along with their regular dinner menu). Live, romantic music will fill the air. Diners will receive a complimentary glass of champagne! On Sunday, February 14, La Poz will have a Valentine’s Brunch with romantic live music to set the mood for a relaxing and unforgettable meal with your favorite person(s). Reserve your spot by emailing LaPozCafeHouston@gmail.com or call 832-864-3675. Mainly Drinks (223 W. Main Street La Porte) 281-867-1700: Mainly Drinks, a restaurant in historic downtown La Porte, will be celebrating Valentine’s Day on Saturday, February 13. (Closed on Valentine’s Day.) - Continued on Page 35
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Celebrate your adoration with Mainly Drinks’ Saturday Sweetheart Dinner Menu for the perfect date night! Call 281-867-1700 to RSVP for your place or reserve a table online at www.mainlydrinks.com. Browse their menu online, which features dishes like Chipotle Seafood Pasta, Blue Corn Crusted Mahi and a Coffee Crusted Ribeye with some Gluten-Free and Vegetarian options available as well.
The Swamp Shack’s reasonably priced “Da’ Main Korse” dinner menu features many great food choices that’s homemade fresh in the kitchen: jambalaya with “anduuwee” sausage, shrimp, chicken, catfish, rib eye steak, alligator, and more. The Trout Medallion (two trout filets blackened and wrapped around Cajun stuffing, topped with six blackened shrimp and Ponchatrain sauce) will hook you at the first bite.
Masa Sushi (3 locations) 1788 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood (281-482-8888) / 977 NASA Road 1, Webster (281-486-9888) / 1804 W. FM 646, Dickinson (281-337-1288): Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Japanese Fusion Cuisine at one of the three conveniently located Masa Sushi restaurants in Clear Lake, Dickinson and be sure to check out their newest location in Friendswood! Owner Michael Zhou has been a sushi chef for more than 30 years. All three Masa Sushi locations will be taking reservations for Valentine’s Day. Call your favorite location to make your reservation today. Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina (515 E. NASA Road 1 Webster) 281-332-5362: Treat your sweetie to Mamacita’s. Saturday, February 13 through Monday, February 15, Mamacita’s will be offering a Mar y Tierra Special with chocolate covered strawberries. If you’re thinking of Sunday Brunch for Valentine’s Day, Mamacita’s offers traditional Mexican breakfast with Menudo and Barbacoa from 8 am to noon on Sundays.
Can’t decide on just one entrée? No problem. The Swamp Shack offers Cajun platters and the Swamp King Surf & Turf. Hamburgers are homemade out-of-the-ordinary with patties mixed with alligator or crawfish tail meat, if so desired. The triple meat (1 pound patty each) SASQUATCH burger is downright a legend in these parts. The Swamp Shack can cater any event, as well as (their specialty) crawfish boils. Let the pros handle your needs! Call 281-334-5000 for additional information about the restaurant or catering. You can find the menu online at www.theswampshack.com. The Swamp Shack has a second location in East Houston on I-10 at Federal Road. They are crazy for crawfish there, too! Stop in and enjoy the same outstanding Cajun food and customer service found at the base of the Kemah Bridge!
Noah’s Ark Bar and Grill (4438 Boulevard, Bacliff) 281-339-2895: Noah’s Ark Restaurant and Bar on the Bay in Bacliff is hosting Valentine’s Day lunch and dinner on Sunday, February 14 from noon to 9 pm. The entree includes a prime rib dinner for two and a bottle of wine for $49.95. Be sure to reserve early to confirm a spot for you and your honey. Call 281-339-2895. Noah’s Ark also offers a weekly Sunday brunch buffet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. with $2.75 Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers and Mimosas. Thai Spice (300 W. Bay Area Blvd Suite 900, Webster) 281-554-6800: Thai Spice Rice-Noodle and Sushi House wants add a little spice to everyone’s Valentine’s weekend by serving their food with love. This Valentine’s weekend top off your romantic meal with a complimentary assorted cake (while supplies last) served from February 12 to the 14. Thai Spice is a BYOB establishment, so bring your favorite adult beverage. Don’t worry about bringing mixers. Thai Spice offers free set-ups for their customers. Take a peek at their photo intense menu at www.thaispice.com. Tookie's Hamburgers (1202 Bayport Blvd., Seabrook) 281-942-9334: Tookie's invites you guys to bring in your babe in for a Bombshell on Valentine’s Day! No reservations needed.
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Krewe du Lac 2016 “Pirates on the Bayou” The Krewe du Lac Mardi Gras season continues. Known as the "The Pirate Krewe,” the group celebrates "Pirates on the Bayou.” The pirate theme is a perfect fit for the area as pirates combed these shores for years .Krewe du Lac promotes a family-style observance of the Mardi Gras season that everyone can join. This non-profit organization’s purpose is to promote the cultural, educational and traditional customs of Mardi Gras while providing information, guidance, and activities for individuals and groups. Final events of the 2016 Mardi Gras season include:
Krewes Into Kemah Weekend Saturday, Feb. 6 - Galloway Gallop Fun Run starts the day with a BANG! The run begins at 8 am with a certified 10K and 5K race followed by a Kid K Dash at 9am. As always, the Galloway Gallop features a beautiful scenic course, great prizes and a fantastic finish-line party that includes refreshments, music and children’s activities and is known as one of the most family friendly & fun races in the Bay Area. Cash, costume and door prizes are awarded.
Galveston Parades & Fat Tuesday on The Strand: Join Krewe du Lac on Galveston island to participate in all the fun.
Saturday, Feb. 6 - Kemah Mardi Gras Parade. At 10 a.m. decorated cars, trucks, flat-bed trailers, golf carts, floats and anything that rolls line up for the parade which
Come out to the Kick Off Party or Kings Cake Party to sign up. Also stay tuned to www.krewedulac.org for dates, times, admissions, and event details.
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winds through the Lighthouse District. The parade starts and ends in the parking lot adjacent to the Kemah Visitor Center. Saturday, Feb. 7 - Post Parade Mardi Pardi. An annual tradition! T-Bone Tom’s Backyard. Noon to dusk. Enjoy live music, a costume contest, parade awards presentation, arts & crafts booths, charity raffle, moonwalk, face painting and more. This annual celebration is a colorful crowd pleaser. Very family friendly. Free admission. Full bar, and regular menu available for an additional cost. At 7 pm the Yachty Gras Boat Parade floats by The Boardwalk with decorated boats and more beads!
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Beer Ambassador: Conti. From Page 55 Other than current profession, what position/profession would you like to attempt? I think almost everyone from age 2 to 92 wants to drive a race car. or race boat. or race motorcycle. Who inspires you? Frederick Dame, the first american to pass the master sommelier exam. He is still one of the leading American somms in the industry. How long have you been working for Dickinson BBQ, Steakhouse, and Bar 36? I started in 2013 after being suddenly unemployed from a small bistro on the seawall in Galveston. We offer; slow smoked brisket, ribs, and chicken, handcut ribeyes and strips, cold locally brewed craft beer, unbeatable revolutionary texas memorabilia, and a service oriented atmosphere.
CABO Monday Night: Continued From Page 49 The tradition of Open Mic Mondays at Cabo started with the band Mama Tried. The rambunctious group radiated their positivity to Cabo patrons. That same sense of family can still be felt. Open Mic encourages building lasting relationships with musical peers and is a safe space for musicians to express themselves. Hardy accommodates performers and offers full-service support, including lending a guitar or drum set, helping to get backing tracks ready or adjusting sound while performers play. Participants can message Hardy on Facebook prior to the event to work out accommodations or ask questions, so performers can feel ready for their big night! Attendees are allowed one to four songs (subject to availability). Cabo and Hardy will support artists at any degree and no two nights will ever be the same. All types of acts including singer/songwriters, hiphop artists, country stars, rock gods and even spoken word poetry, comedy acts and magicians have been known to grace Cabo’s stage. Cabo loves originals, but covers are welcome also. Set up begins around 8 p.m. and the music will keep going as late as 1 a.m. The sign-up sheet is out around 8:30 p.m., but arrive any time to get on the list (subject to availability). Another factor that makes Cabo more enticing is that the audio runs through Cabo’s house sound, and all performers can be heard in every area of the venue – including outside. The next open mic is March 7. If dancing away your Monday work blues isn’t enough of an incentive to check out Cabo, their stellar Monday Night Takeover specials are certain to seal the deal. Enjoy $2.25 drafts and wells, 50¢ wings and $4 Jack Daniel’s and Tito’s Vodka drinks every Monday night. While weekends at Cabo bring the party, Tuesdays and Wednesdays have more of that hometown, neighborhood bar feel to them. Taco Tuesdays where $2 tacos are featured, is a big hit as well as Geeks Who Drink from 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays. After trivia ends, stay for Gamer Night from 10 p.m. to close. Shut Wednesday nights down with Gamer Night Host, Carlos TheRev, playing old school gaming consoles like Super Nintendo and Sega Genesis with your friends. At Cabo, there is something for everyone. So, hit the dance floor to shake it out to the SBMT mix or to decompress after a long work day, lounge on the upstairs patio with a water view and the night sky, have a friends night out with a Monday night wing party, or enjoying some acoustic vibes during the first Monday open mic night. Whatever it is you choose to do, you’re sure to end your day on a high note.
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 39 It was interesting catching Shooter who is touring these days with Waylon’s original band. These seasoned musicians came from the Willie Nelson-era where musician makes sincere, honest eye contact with everybody in the audience throughout the night
Saturate @ Scout Bar Objective evidence is abundant that Saturate is one of the local area’s hardest-working, creative, high-energy bands. Opening the wrap to their new 12-song album, it’s clear these guys have their sights on the next level. First thing that grabs you unwrapping this album is the care and attention to good, old-fashioned album artwork, the kind you would see on a Moody Blues album and could ponder at for hours on end. I listened to the album six times while writing this month’s column, and it took a while to realize that this is actually two albums, with the first six songs best played in large arena settings to facilitate spatial the separation needed for all of the sound squeezed between 100 to 4,000Hz. For me, this is a hint that playing in huge arenas and festivals could very well be in there upcoming horizon. Now, here is where I believe the Separation Effect takes place as the entire second half of the album undergoes a clear transformation in mixing levels and mastering bringing out detailed instrumentals, the sound dynamics and crystalline clarity well suited set to videos watching on your phone screen. As for the meaning of the songs, we’ll leave that freedom for the listener to choose. All the music was written by J. Miller and given the content, syncopation and dynamic complexity, the arrangement structure, the ability of Saturate to pull this off musically sets the stage for a run at album of the year.
Flaw @ Scout Bar - Something not all musicians do these days.
Flaw @ Scout Bar
Flaw was a band I was curious to see. With original members Jason Daunt and Chris Volz (guitar and vox) and long time member Ryan Jurhe on bass, the only new guy in the band was Chris Ballinger on drums. Pretty close to all original and hailing from Kentucky. I left the show reckoning them more of a band with a powerful southern rock foundation (ie. Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marshall Tucker & Charlie Daniels) for their venture into Nu & Alternative Metal, aka Gusto... Opening for Flaw that evening was Saturate. Pretty cool for our local team, eh? The big rumors are the band will be headSaturate @ Scout Bar ing out on the national touring scene again this year, and, as we all know, there’s nothing to it once you get the hang of it, which Saturate no doubt is farther along than many of their peers. Asking each of the members what’s up, each one of them said, “The new album!!”
IT’S A WRAP - Let’s see, the groundhog forecasts the cold weather wrapping up. Reports are that crawfish are large in size for this time of year. Catching up with you out there, several shared their appreciation for the cheaper oil as their lower fuel bills has allowed them to step out a bit more often – a good thing. Since Snow Bird Season is officially upon us, when your friends from up north come in this month for a visit, don’t be a grump reminding them they could be up north shoveling snow, but be cool and take them out and about on the SCENE. Yes, it’s a political election year this year. My suggestion is avoid bickering nonsense and go take in some good live music ahead, and as Dr. K. Fenton suggests, make these the good days. Oh yeah, and don’t forget to live to see another year. Don’t forget Valentine’s Day! Cheers!
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 42 The timing was perfect with A.D. Rowntree moving on essentially ending The Buzz regular Sunday night show at Scout Bar. After a few starts around the area, Punkstar Full Throttle Radio landed the Scout Bar Wednesday evening slot and has since grown the program which includes a regular following from around the world. If that’s not enough, they recently announced an alliance with Reach Down Radio effectively bridging the north & south Houston audiences. And if that’s not enough, Punkstar Radio has expanded the musical genre from metal, rock, industrial, into instrumental, acoustic, progressive/aggressive country and others with the performing bands providing an intensity as if they were auditioning for slots in the Scout Bar lineups (which they are) all of which assures an enjoyable variety in a comfortable studio audience setting. (Message to the bands: If you’re interested in playing at Scout Bar and opening for a national act, your path these days will likely include a stop at the Punkstar Radio show. Be sure and bring your crowd.)
TOUR STOP CLEAR LAKE - Caught two great shows during January the first was Shooter Jennings (son of the famed outlaw, Waylon Jennings), and a second show headlined by Flaw with local band, Saturate from Baytown opening. First blush questions the rationale Shooter Jennings @ Scout Bar
These folks are not just about the local music but also inclusive of the arts. The
of bringing in Shooter to Scout Bar. Second blush realizes the genius of such a booking considering we’re lined up to see Kid Rock at the Rodeo this year anyway. Genius move was proven with a full house Scout Bar, full honky tonking, twostepping, southern swing dancing patrons. Amazing! - Continued on Page 38 Punkstar Full Throttle @ Scout Bar
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DIRECTOR WOLF: Continued From Page 56 This Clear Lake band started off as experimental pop-punk – and still has a very high-energy vibe – but has also morphed over the years into more of a garage/indie sound, especially after the addition of Angel. Their originals are laced with lyrics about heartbreak, passion and past experiences. It has been said that Director Wolf has a similar sound to The Front Bottoms and Tiger’s Jaw – Director Wolf claims both bands as a source of inspiration. Other influences range from projects like Title Fight, Tame Impala, and Modern Baseball to Classic Rock bands like The Ramones, Queen and AC/DC, and even artists like Blink 182, Enter Shikari, Foo Fighters and Say Anything. As the boys have grown and changed, so has their music. Director Wolf’s writing style has evolved and matured and after witnessing their live set, these guys have found a groove that suits them well individually and as a band. Like any group of people working closely together, Director Wolf has had their share ups and downs but when it comes down to it, these boys are a wolf pack who is there for each other through thick and thin. Jacob is said to be very artistic and more of a free spirit who doesn’t submit to societal norms. Angel is outspoken and more serious. Angel is in charge of many of the logistical responsibilities of the band and keeps everyone in check with ongoing constructive criticism. Christian, too, is serious and “left brained” using his math skills frequently while writing. What each member brings to the band combines in perfect balance to make Director Wolf unique, fun and always energetic.
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Christian started playing drums when he was 5 years old. Jacob began to culture a love for music at a young age and started playing guitar seriously at age 13. Angel picked up the saxophone when he was 12 but then began playing guitar and bass thereafter. Angel now books for Scout Bar, is a promoter, producer, and the owner of Red Raptor Productions. He is also in the hardcore band, Blood Between Us. (Catch their appearance at Scout Bar with ATREYU on March 11.) These three genuine and passionate guys consider themselves band mates and friends, supporting each other in their individual musical and personal pursuits and projects. While working on their current EP – which is projected to be out this spring – Jacob, Christian and Angel have learned what writing and recording style works best for them. The six-track EP self-titled “Director Wolf” is being produced by Angel. The guys tend to use improv as well as structured writing styles where one member presents an idea to the others, and they make their additions to what’s been presented. Director Wolf also uses a very interesting writing style called “live improv” where the band takes a structured song, then changes specific parts to experiment with different sounds while playing live. Even after you’ve seen Director Wolf several times, some songs will sound new and different. So, devoted Director Wolf fans will hear their favorites but also be kept guessing every time they go see a live set. The band is taking some time off from playing live to focus on finishing their EP. Keep track of where they play next at www.facebook.com/Directorwolf. Stay tuned while we await their EP debut!
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Seems like an entire house of merry mongers at the Cockeyed Seagull thought so, too, thus proving great ears enjoy flocking together... This would’ve been a show my predecessor, the late Jim Shortt, would have enjoyed. I know I would. Aside from their added ability to bridge the gap providing cameo appearances from the Karaoke Brigade, one of the cool things about Hourglass is how easily they can take on the old songs and make them sound brand new. Ricky Jackson @ Katie’s
masterful tapestry – how amazing it was that it all came together…” And such is how I would describe what’s been happening at the Punkstar Full Throttle Radio show. With an original dream of becoming a provider of cool rock & roll apparel to the populous and faced with the gaps between suitable events to sell such merchandise, these clever cats simply invented their own events by creating a weekly internet radio talk show complete with interviews, video and live music streaming. Go figure!
KATIE’S HOUSE I’m sure many have seen where musicians would venture to Daryl Hall’s Hawaiian sound barn for a musical get together. Here in Bacliff, we have Katie’s – that’s not a barn, but a converted blast-proof post office building turned into a local music appreciation room for patrons. This month, we caught Ricky Jackson fresh off his Lake Charles hiatus and Houston’s Juan Aiber on drums with Bob Emmons holding down the fort on bass. Perhaps missing was the hula attire, but musically, this place works if you’re needing your dose of R&B to get you by and with live music throughout the week, help’s not far away. A quick drive down to Bacliff at Katie’s.
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PUNKSTAR FULL THROTTLE RADIO - A musician I follow (J. Walsh) passed along a line he heard to the effect that “as we live life amidst all the confusion and chaos, to take a step back and realize you were a part of weaving a
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Besides locals, the bands see the moved-up curtain as a positive. Barry even made sure the bands don’t have to haul their gear too far from the stage as a gate to the parking lot directly behind the stage makes for an easier load-in and -out. “These bands play other bars in the area, but we’re a restaurant, so the focus is not on alcohol sales but good, quality family entertainment,” said Barry. “Our bread and butter is food sales so whatever we make off alcohol sales is just gravy and not the other way around.” For those seeking libations, the choices are abundant and tasty, especially the Voodoo and frozen margaritas and the refreshing sangria rita, a mix of sangria wine flavors and a sweet tangy margarita.
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The benefit of being part of T-Bone Tom’s is being able to get its fantastic food like seafood, barbecue and steaks, as well as its world famous Armadillo Eggs (pickled jalapeño stuffed with brisket, battered and deep fried with a side of ranch). A Late Night Menu offering a smaller selection of the same wonderful food is available Sunday through Thursday after 10 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays after 11 p.m. The kitchen is open nightly until 1:30 a.m.
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Barry added that T-Bone Tom’s Backyard offers an affordable value that’s family-oriented and never has a cover charge.
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 46 I took a peek and noticed lots of new gear – Jeremy Walton pedal board appears to be nuclear powered, Todd Fulks new kit has a bigger sound (nice depth and great tone) to it, and David Madigan’s new amp rack that bring aboard a full-bodied metal sound to go along with his liquid metal setup. Some where behind this, I think the new guys started this equipment proliferation mischief with all the new sounds the new materials demand. Just a guess and with Dale at the desk, the results are sounding huge... The house was crazy full as always with more and more people getting out now that gasoline prices are falling, making life more affordable. Someday, I’ll have to venture off the grid and see how the new huge venue copy cats that are popping up around the greater Houston metroplex are doing, but I doubt any can pull off a triple header day as well as they do at Jackie’s. Not a bad day at the office….
great seeing so many of you out and about enjoying the festivities throughout the region - The more the merrier always works. For us, we had time to partake of the Krewe du Lac King’s Cake and Royal Ball with Wood & Wind and the Kelly McGuire Band and by the time you read this, it will be time for the Kemah Parade & Annual TBone Tom’s mardi party. Let the good times roll! ON HARMONIES - In January, after Glenn Frey moved on, “vocal harmonies” came across my mind. Not what you hear when everybody sings the main line in unison, but when different vocal parts combine into a single pleasing sound requiring a talent, discipline and practice not every band can afford. When I heard Hourglass had taken aboard Greg Stephens and were working on vocally harmonic numbers, I thought it worth checking out.
MARDI GRAS - Came and went ‘fast’ this year. Looking around the social media, it was
Hourglass @ Cock-eyed Seagull
Kelly McGuire @ Krewe du Lac Ball
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Loose Notes Greetings, people! January is in the books. Our hometown pro football team dug themselves out of the cellar and into a short-run appearance in the playoffs which was cool, our pro basketball team is showing signs of life, and best of all, the live music in the area was splendid! Let’s start from the start...
by Andy Eng
proper form and revelry. Mainly Drinks, our local answer to downtown/midtown, is a short ride up the road off Highway 146 in LaPorte. Tell Deb you heard about them in The SCENE! Wood & Wind @ League City’s Easy Street
ROLLING IN THE NEW YEAR: Publishing cycles don’t often jive with calendar events, and it would be very poor form to not mention the great time on New Year’s Eve at Mainly Drinks. Fine wine and dining included mixed greens with colorful grape tomatoes, feta, onions, and olives paired with a slightly sweet fruity white blend from Anderson Valley, a Oysters Rockefeller with a French Loire Valley white, fork tender stuffed tenderloin and stuffed crab with a Napa Valley cab, delicate cheesecake with salted caramel and Devil’s Food Fudge Cake with chocolate shavings and a tart raspberry sauce with a smooth Port served by Jonah Gallington. Throughout the night, hometown musicians Freddie Krc, David Hargraves and special guest Donnie McCorquodale entertained the capacity house bringing in the New Year with
EASY STREET LOUNGE - So when Queensryche came to town and limited photography to only 3 songs, we took the hint and hung out with the locals at League City’s Easy Street with Wood & Wind in the house with Stix on the kit. Had a great time catching up with Michael Shanks (Misfit Toys) and Tod Marsella (Bit Tip Tod) with more from these two to come. Easy location and far from traffic. If you’re Krc & Hargraves needing a neighborhood hangout, this could be it. @ Mainly Drinks JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE - Did things up big as usual and in January, hosted the 3rd Benefit for Sophia pulling in a sizeable haul for a great cause. Impressive was how smoothly they were able to transform the cavernous venue from a charity benefit to an NFL playoff sports bar and later that evening, into a Madigan kind of night. Word is getting out as I see more and more people trying out the kitchen’s epicurean creations. As for the band? The normal high-bar stuff with new material continually being worked in mixed along with the favorite rock & roll anthems. These folks are refusing to grow stale. - Continued on Page 45
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SCOUT BAR: Continued From Page 56 The musical force goes from light to heavy as Nile brings its death metal to slay the stage on Wednesday, February 10. Tickets are $17.50 and doors open at 7 p.m. Presented by Gear Gods, Marty Friedman, the former lead guitarist for heavy metal band Megadeth, along with Holy Grail, The Steve Satchel Band, and Blues Funeral perform on Friday, February 12. Tickets are $21 and doors open at 7 p.m. Switching gears, Scout Bar hosts Creed Bratton (of NBC's The Office): An Evening of Music and Comedy on Monday, February 15. This would be a perfect surprise dayafter-Valentine’s-Day gift! You must attend to be able to laugh your ass off on Monday, February 15. Tickets are $20 and doors open at 7 p.m.
Railean Pirate Guild members gathered for the inaugural Annual Cocktail Contest.
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The former lead singer of Queensrÿche, Geoff Tate’s “Operation: Mindcrime” makes a tour stop with Tame Fury, and ICKY Hollow on Sunday, February 21. Take advantage of this situation and see both Queensrÿche AND Geoff Tate. You won’t regret it. Tickets are $21 and doors open at 7 p.m. This will be the pre-Spring Break show of the year. It is a “do-not-miss” show. Call in sick to work Friday – we aren’t going to tell. Just be there as Scout Bar presents the "Married to the Game Tour" featuring Mickey Avalon and Dirt Nasty on Thursday, March 3. Are you feeling a little nasty yet? Yeah, I thought so. Tickets are $20-$75 and doors open at 7 p.m.
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By Lizzy Parker
CABO’s Monday Night Takeover is doing just that! Monday night has come alive at Cabo in Seabrook! SBMT (Southbeat Music Team) spins the night away every Monday except the first Monday of the month. Join the Monday night dance party at 2513 NASA Parkway – right on the water with an epic view of Clear Lake. Cabo’s Monday night hot special is their 50¢ wings. Cabo is turning up the heat on the dance floor and the flavor in the kitchen every Monday night. The amenities of this restaurant, bar and venue are many, so there’s little chance you’ll get bored at Cabo. In addition to their live music, patrons can relax in the lounge area with a beautiful fireplace, play darts, pool, pingpong or vintage arcade games or be silly in the photo booth.
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Out back, there’s a huge patio overlooking Clear Lake. Starting in March, Cabo will open their downstairs Beach Bar. This waterside bar is close to home, once there, you might mistake it for a far off island getaway. Monday Night Takeover with the talented DJ crew, SBMT is from 10 p.m to 2 a.m. SBMT is a collection of six music maniacs; DJ Nonstop, Pistol B, A DJ Named Skritchin, Chase, DJ QWest, and Villa! The SBMT boys are the kind of guys you definitely want to party with. Quick witted, good looking and funny with business mindsets, these dudes have everything needed to throw one sick, well-performed dance party. Their Monday night Cabo set consists of two DJs at a time on four turn tables. There are no specific set times, but listeners will catch all members of SBMT at some point in the night in different pairs. Because of their openformat, free-style approach and the wide variety of tunes they spin, SouthBeat appeals to all ages. Be prepared to hear music that’s anything from new to old, weird to cool.
SBMT’s always-evolving fan-base continues to grow daily. These boys are out being seen all over Houston, Clear Lake and Galveston. The ONLY place to see all the boys together is Monday nights at Cabo. If you’re diggin’ the SBMT beats Monday night and want to show your appreciation, I’ve heard the boys LOVE Cabo’s 50¢ Sean Sauce wings. Order them a few and say hello! The first Monday of every month, long-time musician and Houston-based songwriter, Chris Hardy hosts Cabo’s Open Mic Night. The event is not only for musicians, but also showcases all types of local talent. Sign up to perform at Cabo’s Open Mic Night and be surrounded by supportive, like-minded artists and friends. The local talent meet and greet is also a potluck dinner. Chris loves to cook for the open mic attendees, and he invites everyone to come out and grab a bite whether you bring a dish or not. Although, if you happen to walk into Cabo with your killer meatloaf recipe, you might just see a gigantic smile on Hardy’s face!
Check out the SBMT boys on Mondays (February 8, 15, 22 and 29) and on Saturday, February 13 at Cabo. Looking for more SBMT action? There’s an SBMT APP in the iTunes and Google store for
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iPhone and Android. Yes, you read that right. SBMT has their very own app! Download the app to keep track of all SBMT live performances. Users can see where and when they play and listen to five radio stations all within the app including the Southbeat Music Station – perfect for a hyped-up workout. The SBMT boys are also innovators, producers, promoters, stage managers & photographers. The idea behind making the app came from SBMT’s desire to help shape and change the way people listen to music. Without being on the radio, Chase Patrick asked, “How can we impact the listener?” The outcome: The app-SBMT. For information about their other residencies around the Houston and Galveston area including Top Golf, Pub Fiction, Dogwood and Electric Mardi Gras in Galveston every year, check out the “Spots” tab inside the app. Visit www.southbeatmusic.com to watch the latest videos.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 Zed and Jason’s 40th birthday party ’80s and ’90s wrestlers theme!
SUNDAY, MARCH 27 Bryce’s Moulin Rouge Birthday Party! Starting at 8 p.m.!
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HAPPY HOUR $2.50 Dom. Bottles $4.50 Croc-a-Ritas $4.00 House Wines $4.00 Bloody Marys SELECT $3.50 Wells $5 APPS
BIRTHDAY SHOUTS-OUTS: Macy Smith, Jenni Hess, Joe Vanwagnen
Sunday ..................................$12 Buckets • Cliff’s Karaoke Monday ....................................................Industry Night! Tuesday ............................................ $1.50 Wells All Day Wednesday ............................ Cliff’s Karaoke + $12 Buckets Thursday ........ Open Mic Night (Musicians get happy hour pricing) Friday ....Ladies Night 8pm-2am • $2 Wine for the Single Ladies Saturday ................Open Jukebox + Chris’s Bloody Hell Marys Single Ladies (8pm-2am): $2 Wines THE SCENE
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Family-friendly Backyard invites music & food lovers to T-BONE TOM’S By Mark Evangelista Night owls never need a reason to howl at the moon with the evening entertainment at T-Bone Tom’s Backyard in Kemah. The family entertainment offered by owners Barry and Melissa Terrell six days a week ranks a close second to the food made famous on the Food Channel’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. With the average outdoor temperature in Kemah historically hovering around 60 degrees in February, heaters keep things toasty and the impressive and encompassing thatched palapa roof keeps patrons shielded from the chilly breeze. “A lot of times, people will drive by and see the gas heaters in the Backyard and decide to stop on in,” said Barry, who has owned TBone Tom’s for 17 of its 42 years in business. The Backyard grew annually at first to build an outside bar, then a deck and a bigger deck for 12 years to became the spacious, inviting place you want to be with your family and friends. “This is my kind of place,” said Barry. “This is my man cave.” The spot appeals to a range of musical tastes from country and western and classic rock to “pan jam,” the beat-laden, infectious dance groove featuring steel drums from the Caribbean. Tom’s Backyard also stands as one of the well-known stops for local and touring bands in the tropical rock genre or “trop rock” as it’s called. (Think of playing the guitar with your toes in the sand, a la the Zac Brown Band, Jimmy Buffett and Kenny Chesney.) The Backyard even gets some tallies from the ballots of the Tropical Rock Association’s “Live Music Venue of the Year” voting. (Nominated three times for this Florida-based award. See www.troprock.org) Some of the touring bands that have graced the Backyard stage include Southern Drawl (Knoxville, Tenn.), Rick Lamb and the Phin Addicts (Nixa, Mo.); and Jimmy and the Parrots (New Jersey). “Plan on having a good time when you get here,” said Melissa, the coowner of T-Bone Tom’s, as well as Tookie’s and the much-anticipated Tookie’s Seafood. “It’s so much fun watching people when they get into the music.”
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Unlike the other venues in the area, the set times are a little earlier, so that families can come enjoy some tunes and dancing without staying out until 2 a.m. - Continued on Page 44
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Texas Beer Enthusiast Local Craft Beer Ambassador
JW SUMRALL, Bar Manager @ Dickinson BBQ & Steakhouse Favorite Texas brewed beer? Texas Beer Refinery’s 'Mexican IPA'. This beer is brewed with key lime to cut through the hops bitterness.
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TEXAS : Best Breweries, Brewpubs & Bars BY
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Available at Barnes & Noble Stores (including Webster location). Also on Amazon.com
Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? Tommyknocker does a really great harvest pumpkin ale. An addition of molasses gives off a smokey maltiness. Overlooked beer classification? The Brown Ale, it has been a staple of UK drinkers for centuries. And is just now taking root in local craft communities. Brazos Valley does a silt brown ale Bar 36 highlighted for a while.
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Bucket list setting? A recording studio filled with great deceased masters of music. Favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? I saw Aerosmith in Houston last September, the Woodlands Pavilion charged almost 20 dollars for a bomber of sierra nevada but for some reason the hopadillos I had during warm ups made the price seem reasonable. The State of the Texas Craft Beer scene is...? forever gaining great brewmasters and seriously off the wall breweries.
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Hobbies? I am an avid outdoors man. I enjoy motorcycles, fast cars, and boats. - Continued on Page 37
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(Confirmed 2016 dates at TEXAS CRAFT BEER FESTIVALS press time. Start planning)
Big Texas Beer Fest April 1-2, 2016 Fair Park Auto Building Dallas, TX
Wild West Brew Fest April 23, 2016 Katy Mills Mall • Katy, TX
Throwdown Texas Burger & Beer Fest April 23, 2016 Town Green Park The Woodlands, TX
Lunar Rendezbrew May 5, 2016 Bay Area Community Cntr. Clear Lake Park
Best Little Brew Fest In Texas June 18, 2016 Old Town Lewisville, TX
Big Texas Beer Fest May 21, 2016 NRG Center Houston, TX
Woodlands Craft Beer & Music Festival June 24, 2016 Town Green Park, Woodland, TX
Big Batch Brew Bash May 22, 2016 Saint Arnold Brewery Houston, TX
Brewmasters Festival September 2-4, 2015 Moody Gardens Galveston, TX
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Clear Lake’s High-Energy Trio:
DIRECTOR WOLF I first had the pleasure of meeting two members of Director Wolf at a show in Houston in January. We talked briefly about music, their band and The SCENE Magazine. I immediately felt as if they were my long-time friends. I then met the third member at their first show of 2016 at The Green Room located inside Warehouse Live on January 24. I was thrilled to get to interview the three-piece and watch their energy-filled live set. ~ Lizzy Parker
Spazmatics Fri., Feb. 19 SCOUT BAR
Director Wolf’s drummer, Christian Rose and guitar player and front man, Jacob Eckenrode, have known each other since their youth and grew up playing music together. They added bass player Angel Carrera to the mix a little more than a year ago and became what is now Director Wolf. The name “Director Wolf” came to be after Christian and Jacob booked their first show but still didn’t have a band name. The then-duo decided to each pick one word and combine them as their band name. Jacob chose “director” which is symbolic because Christian is aspiring to be a film director, and Christian choose “wolf,” birthing the current band’s title. - Continued on Page 41
Inifinity’s Twin Sat., Feb. 20 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
Big Shows Continue @ Scout Bar If enjoying more live music was part of your New Year’s resolution, it is not too late. So mark your calendar now and get tickets for some of the mightiest bands making tour stops at Scout Bar. The multi-venue entertainment destination, located at 18307 Egret Bay Boulevard, has rocked the Bay Area for more than 11 years. Its stage has hosted a wide variety of local, regional, national and international musical artists and touring acts. Concert-goers enjoy an energy-fueled concert powered by more than 20,000 watts of audio, accompanied with a state-of-theart lighting system. Visit www.scoutbar.com to purchase Geoff Tate @ Scout Bar • Feb. 21 tickets. Ticket prices are listed with advance purchase price and the shows listed are all-ages, unless otherwise noted.
Shelia Marshall Sun., Feb. 21 T-BONE TOM’S
Check out Saliva on Saturday, February 6. Tickets are $15 and doors open at 7 p.m. Nashville-based SafetySuit with special guest Connell Cruise will bring their pop music stylings to the Bay Area on Tuesday, February 9. Tickets are $16 and doors open at 7 p.m. - Continued on Page 47
Hamilton Loomis Thurs., Feb. 25 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
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