Restaurant & Bar on the Bay 4438 Boulevard Bacliff, 77518 281-339-2895
OPEN 7 DAYS BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER
Your Island Paradise Just Minutes from Home!
Delicious, Diverse Menu!
FOOD ECIALS! Lots of patio seating & best views of Galveston Bay! SPM on-Fri
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT at 8 PM THURSDAY: Open Mic w/Micheal Stevens or Zach Tate • Palapa Bar FRIDAY: Karaoke with Jerry • Palapa Bar
Fri ....7/1 ........Main Stage ....................Shaun Michael Sat....7/1 ........Main Stage ..................Karaoke w/ Chris Sat....7/2 ........Palapa Bar .................Michael Stevens Fri ....7/8 ........Main Stage.................Wood N Wind Duo Sat....7/9 ........Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/9 ........Palapa Bar ...........Rick Lee & Nite Owls Fri ....7/15.......Main Stage ....................Shaun Michael Sat....7/16.......Main Stage ................4 Barrel Ramblers Sat....7/16.......Palapa Bar ......................Daze of Nite Sun ...7/17.......Palapa Bar ...............4 Barrel Ramblers Fri ....7/22.......Main Stage ....................Hour Glass Trio Sat....7/23.......Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/23.......Palapa Bar ....................Fuzzy Side Up Fri ....7/29.......Main Stage .....................Zach Tate Duo Sat....7/30.......Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/30.......Palapa Bar .......................The Classix Fri ....8/5 ........Main Stage ..........................Jeff Lopez
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THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR $2 Glass of Wine Chardonnay, Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon (Sycamore Lane*) *When Sycamore Lane supply ends, another equivalent wine will be served.
SNACKS: $3 Happy Gyoza (5 pcs.) Pork pot stickers
$3 Happy Karaage (4 oz.) Japanese fried chicken nuggets - dark meat
$4 Oh Ya! Beef (4 pcs.) Lightly seared with white onion & garlic sauce
$4 Thursday’s Roll California Roll (4 pcs.) & spicy combo roll (4pcs.) PRICES VALID AT FRIENDSWOOD LOCATION ONLY! Dine in only. No substitutions. Restrictions and conditions apply. See store for details.
Lunch Specials: 11am-3:30p.m. 1788 S. FRIENDSWOOD DR. (ON FM 518 JUST SOUTH OF FM 528)
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WEDNESDAY: LADIES NIGHT See new happy hour above. All specials apply from open to close
THURSDAY: HALF-PRICE STEAK NIGHT 5pm- close: All our juicy, hand-cut steaks are half off! (excludes Pork Chop) Served w/ Green Beans & Mashed Potatoes. Substitutions are additional cost.
• Craft Beer • Signature Cocktails • Greek/American Eats
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HAPPY HOUR • MON-FRI • 11-7
$4 PREMIUM WELLS • $4 WINE BY GLASS $4 ALL DRAFTS (13 TAPS)
Sunday Brunch • 10am - 2pm
• Delicious menu items! • $5 All-U-Can-Eat pancakes • $3 Mimosas ~ Bloody Marys ~ Screwdrivers
Thursday • BOTTOMLESS PASTA • $12 includes All-You-Can-Eat salad and garlic bread
Wednesday • BOIL’EM UP! Hot Boiled Shrimp or Snow Crab $899/lb
Tuesday • 50% OFF WINE LIST Valid ALL DAY on every bottle. More than 50 selections!
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OPEN DAILY: 11AM-11PM
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NEW RESTAURANT REPORT:
TOOKIE’S SEAFOOD
Hours of operation: 5 to 10 p.m. during their soft opening, which could be a couple months. Opened: June 20, 2016 Food: Serving local, Gulf Coast Seafood, Steaks and Chicken Specialties include: Grilled oysters or fresh fish cooked on a mesquite fire. Local fresh fish (Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Red Snapper, Redfish,) Gulf Shrimp, Grilled Oysters, Oysters on Half shell, Gulf Fried Seafood, Fried Seafood Platters, Fried Shrimp, Po Boys, Lobster Bisque, Seafood Gumbo, Steaks, Pork Chops, Grilled Chicken, Salads, Shrimp Blimps, Beach Balls (stuffed jalapeños), Green Bean Casserole, Mac and Cheese, Spinach with Lobster Sauce, Anna’s Shrimp Salad, Allan’s Apple Cobbler, Homemade Pecan Pie, Key Lime Pie and more.
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hree venues featured in the “coming soon” section of last month’s issue about the exploding local restaurant & bar scene have now opened. Stay tuned for updates on more openings.
Facility Description: “Our facility is a large restaurant with an open kitchen. We have a Shuck Room (counter with full bar: beer, wine and mixed drinks.) We have a TreeHouse Room which gives the impression you’re in a tree house because the room is up in the trees. (The building is lifted for flooding precautions.) We have an ELEVATOR also for your convenience.”
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Bar: “We have a full bar with specialty drinks. So far, the Coconut Margarita is our No. 1 specialty drink. We have 25 beers on tap including local microbrews and the regular macros also.”
Tookie’s Seafood 1106 Bayport Blvd Seabrook, TX Opened June 20, 2016
Happy Hour: “We currently do not have a happy hour yet, during the soft opening.” What sets you apart: “Tookie’s Seafood is a family-owned restaurant. Owned by a local family. All managers are from this area. Tookie’s Seafood is a unique restaurant unlike any restaurant in the world. The decor is that of a beach cabin. Seabrook, Texas, is the Seafood Capital of Texas, and we are the only restaurant in Seabrook that utilizes the resources of the area, serving local oysters whenever available, fresh fish caught in the Gulf of Mexico and Gulf shrimp. Since we have an open kitchen, you can see our cooks and chefs creating your dishes. We utilize a mesquite grill, which imparts smokiness into the fish and shrimp to make a wonderful dining experience. We make everything from scratch every day. Thanks for eatin’ here!”
Rosewater Clear Lake 1606 Clear Lake City Blvd. Houston, TX Opened June 15, 2016
Duo Winery & Cider Co. 2150-A Dickinson Ave. Dickinson, TX Opened June 29, 2016
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Malay Malay spins Asian with Tropical Twist By Jason Goodrich Chances are you’ve never had food quite like the cuisine at Malay Malay in League City. It’s high time you changed that. Like Houston, Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines. Chinese, Thai and Indian all come together on one menu here. Add a healthy dose of tropical island ingredients like ultra fresh seafood, coconut, pineapple and green mango and you have something uniquely surprising and satisfying. Malay Malay, which opened three months ago, is the second restaurant from the families behind Chinatown’s toprated Mamak (9889 Bellaire Blvd. in Houston). Their new outpost brings Mamak's upscale street-food concept to a south suburban audience. Co-owner April Wang is excited to introduce South Houston to Malaysian cuisine, with its island-fresh flavors. “Malaysian cuisine is different from Chinese and Thai, but it’s familiar at the same time,” she said. “People are delighted to find something new!” Inside, Malay Malay’s airy space shows high style without being pretentious. Rich, natural wood tables and modern, large-format prints make for an inviting environment. To the right of the entrance, the bar area beckons with its warmly lit glass canopy. Behind the long wooden bar, talented mixologists blend creative cocktails like the Red Lotus (Absolut Vodka, Soho Lychee, cranberry and pineapple juices); the Malaysia Mule, which adds color to its kick, thanks to a shot of Midori; and the Malay Malay Bloody Mary, infused with sriracha and soy sauce. Fortunately, the staff also knows when to leave well enough alone. The boozy Mai Thai is made by the book and opens a portal to your happy place in the tropics. For those going for the opposite effect, industrial strength iced coffee and fivetimes brewed iced tea will put a spring in your step. You have been warned. The daily lunch specials are an ideal way to sample representative dishes like pineapple chicken, beef rendang (a chili con carne-like dish) or sweet-spicy mango shrimp. Each selection comes with delicate fried rice, an egg roll and the soup of the day. They offer 23 options for around $8. At both lunch and dinner, the kitchen turns out expertly crafted, gorgeously presented dishes ranging from potent curries and smoky satay skewers to banana leafwrapped barbecue fish and refreshing tropical desserts like coconut custard. Entree prices average around $12.
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Top-quality ingredients like local Gulf shrimp and live Maine lobster are showcased throughout the menu. The ethereal tofu is made in house. Family recipes for beef rendang and flaming pork spare ribs are down-home delicious. Most plates are large enough to share, which would be wise if just to sample as many flavor combinations as possible. - Continued on Page 12
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Introducing Malaysian cuisine to League City! This is a lively and fresh blend of Chinese, Thai & Indian flavors.
• Two live Maine lobsters for $28.99
Basil Chicken
• LUNCH SPECIALS on Monday-Friday include soup, egg roll and fried rice. • HAPPY HOUR: Discounts on Draft Beer, Mixed Drinks, Specialty Drinks & Bar Snacks Monday-Thursday 3 to 9PM Friday & Saturday 2 to 6PM
23 LUNCH SPECIALS UNDER $9 Monday - Friday 11am - 2:30pm
• Kids welcome! Indoor play area! • Delivery coming soon! OPEN: Sunday - Thursday 11AM to 10PM Friday & Saturday 11AM to 10:30PM
Curry Shrimp
2508 Gulf Fwy. S., #102, League City www.malaymalay.com • 281-678-8838
Hosting a dozen local craft beers on draft, changing weekly, and many craft beers in bottles, cans and bombers!
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John Ennis (Co-Founder) EDITOR & OPERATIONS OFFICER
Betsey Ennis (Co-Founder) Betsey
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Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) to Host Third Annual “Dine Out to Donate”
Andy Eng
Restaurants still have the opportunity to sign up!
Rick Hunter
The Clear Creek Education Foundation (CCEF) recently announced that it will host its third annual “Dine Out to Donate” event on Monday, October 3. As of press time, 41 restaurant locations have agreed to participate. CCEF is hoping to reach their goal of having 50 restaurants included in this one-day event. Participating restaurants will donate a portion of their October 3rd revenue to CCEF to benefit the students and teachCCISD first grader Grace Ennis ers of Clear Creek Independent (right) and dad John supported the School District. CCEF fundraiser last fall at Skipper’s - Continued on Page 21 Restaurant in Kemah.
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Happy hour arrives early during the week, running from 2:30 to 6 p.m. Appetizers are $1 off, and beer and house wines arrive at a bargain ($1.50 and $4 respectively). Mixed drinks go down nice and easy at $4.50. However, the $6.50 specialty drinks (see above) are where it’s really at.
SOCIAL OUTREACH
Gracie Ennis DIR OF GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Andrew Ennis
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Malay Malay and Mamak are a family affair. April Wang and her husband, Mitchell, run the front of the house while her sister, Deena Gao and her husband, Ngai Keong Tham, take care of business in the kitchen. The familial harmony can be felt and tasted at either of their humming locations.
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All together, Malay Malay makes an undeniable case for stepping outside the Malay Malay Malaysian Restaurant box. It offers rare, 2508 S. Gulf Freeway authentic Asian cuiLeague City (Just north of FM 646) sine tailor made for Houstonians: eclec- 281-678-8838 • malaymalay.com tic, bold, fresh and Sunday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. satisfying. Friday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
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Ranked #4 ‘Highest Rated’ among Greater Houston-area restaurants, according to Open Table.
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SUM M ER HAPPY HOURS: 4 TO 7 P.M. Mondays ............................$1 Off Draft Beer & All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry Texas Tuesdays ............$1 off Texas Beers & Half Off Pepperoni Flatbreads Wednesdays ..Specialty Wine Spritzer Cocktails & Paired Tapas Appetizers Thursdays ................Free Wine and Beer Tasting & 10% off Tasting Bottles Friday - Dine w/Sangrias....$1 off Glass of Sangria + Live Music 8-11pm Saturday - Dine w/Sangria....$1 off Glass of Sangria + Live Music 8-11pm
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Seen by the SCENE:
National Shootout Championship @ Texas Outlaw Challenge
Many of the fastest boats from all over the country came to town late last month to participate in the Texas Outlaw Challenge, which was projected to have more than a $1 million economic impact to our local community. Of interest to many was the new National Shootout Championship and it’s $25,000 bounty. The winner was Team Gone Again.
Custom Bike Giveaway for a Veteran: During last month’s Texas Outlaw Challenge, Richard & JuJu Allen of IMG, Inc. donated a custom bike as a give-away. Raffle tickets were gifted to all interested veterans over the course of the weekend and the drawing was held the final day of the event at Jackie’s Brickhouse. Rob Carroll won the bike and was challenged to pay it forward. Carroll decided he would conduct a drawing for the bike as well. Beginning on July 14, Jackie’s Brickhouse will be selling $100 raffle tickets for the bike. Proceeds from the ticket sales will go to both Texas Equusearch and Camp Hope/PTSD Foundation of America. The drawing for the Pay It Forward Bike will be on Patriots Day (opening day for the Texans), which is September 11, at Jackie’s Brickhouse. Pictured from left: Rob Carroll, JuJu Allen and Richard Allen announce the IMG, (Inspection Management Group), Inc. / Jackie’s Brickhouse Pay It Forward Challenge and Custom Bike Raffle.
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12. Red Sushi 13. Flying Dutchman 14. Cadillac Bar 15. Bubba Gump 16. Lighthouse Buffet 17. Landry’s Seafood 18. Bayside Grill
21. Alan’s Swamp Shack 22. Opus 23. Sundance II 24. Paradise Reef (SSHR)
BACLIFF & SAN LEON 25. Noah’s Ark 26. 18th Street Pier 28. Bubba’s Shrimp Place 29. Topwater Grill 30. Lazy Lizard
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FITERMAN SPORTS MEMORABILIA STORE AT THE BAYBROOK MALL OUTDOOR EXPANSION
Blue Angels at Wings Over Houston in 2014 (John Ennis photo)
Blue Angels will perform at Wings Over Houston
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Navy officials recently announced the Blue Angels will resume performances a month after one of their pilots was killed in a crash while practicing for an air show. This means the elite flight demonstration squadron will be appearing and performing locally at Ellington Airport during the Wings Over Houston Airshow, October 22-23 as originally scheduled.
Stay tuned & see who’ll be in our store next! Past guests include
Mike Tyson, Pete Rose, Hulk Hogan & Earl Campbell, among others!
In a statement, Cmdr. Ryan Bernacchi said the squadron was grateful for its fans' patience as it "navigated through this very difficult loss of our teammate."
Where it’s MORE than just an AUTOGRAPH, it’s a RELATIONSHIP!
The Blue Angels canceled performances last month after the death of Marine Capt. Jeff Kuss. Kuss, 32, died June 2 when his F/A-18 jet crashed just after takeoff while practicing for a Tennessee air show. Kuss is credited with saving lives by staying in the plane instead of ejecting to safety to keep it away from a bowling alley, eleA fundraising page to help cover immediate costs mentary school and and provide ongoing support to the Jeff Kuss family apartment complex and is active at www.gofundme.com/jeffkuss managing to crash in an empty field. Kuss had a distinguished career that included a deployment to Afghanistan while attached to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 in 2011. He joined the Blue Angels in 2014, and had spent a year as the Opposing Solo for the Blue Angels and pilot of the No. 6 aircraft. According to his official biography, he had accumulated more than 1,400 flight hours and 175 carrier-arrested landings. He is survived by his wife and two small children.
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The Pensacola-based team will resume its schedule July 2 at the National Cherry Festival Air Show in Traverse City, Michigan.
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The Navy statement says the team will fly a modified five-jet demonstration along with the Blue AngelsC-130 plane "Fat Albert."
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Young Actors Workshop at Pasadena Little Theatre
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Pasadena Little Theatre, located at 4318 Allen Genoa Road, is offering theatre workshops for children of all ages in the month of July. With these high temperatures, theatre workshops are a great answer for what to do these summer months. Not only will it keep the kids cool, but busy with loads of activity and creativity.
Actors Workshops. These are excellent plays for young children to attend. Disney’s High School Musical, One Act Edition is the production by 13 to 18 year olds. The performances are Friday, July 15 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 16, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 17 p.m. at 3 p.m. matinee. The next week performances are Friday, July 22 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 23 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, July 24 3 p.m. matinee. Auditions for this show were cast last month. Ticket prices are $8 for children and $10 for adults. The director of this production is Jane Sharpley.
Children will be taught acting techniques and will get to work with costumes and props while also learning theatre etiquette. Each workshop culminates with performances. Three workshops are offered for school aged children up to 13 years old. All performances are by actors attending the Young
July 18 to July 29 (9 a.m.): Gran's Guide to Stop an Ogre (Also Works for Witches and Bullies) by Stephanie Dremaree is a production for 8 to 13-year-olds. The workshop costs $125, and children can enroll on the first day of the workshop. Show dates are Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Sunday, July 31 at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $5 for children and $8 for adults. The director is Donna Bane. July 21 to July 29 (9 a.m.): Oh, The Places You'll Go adapted from the Dr. Seuss book by Marla Miller is a production for 5 to 7-year-olds. Cost of this workshop is $75. Children can enroll on the first day of the workshop. Performances are Friday, July 29 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and a matinee Sunday, July 31 at 3 p.m. The director is Marla Miller.
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Visit www.pasadenalittletheatre.org for tickets and information, or contact Janet Sharpley at actsharp@sbcglobal.net or call 713-941-1758. This is a non-profit community theatre that has been producing musicals and plays since 1955.
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Featured Artist: Chuck Bosone
From countless flickering city-scapes to memorable movie scenes, the iconic glow of neon signs generates more intriguing lighting and mood. The incandescence is so recognizable; many songwriters even include neon in their lyrics. Yet, the craft of neon continues to decline due to the introduction of light-emitting diodes or LED’s. Local artist Chuck Bosone is keeping the lost art of neon alive. He has been blowing and bending glass tubes for neon signs and designs for over two decades. His career in neon began at a small shop in Houston. When it closed, Bosone set up his own shop named 81 Neon in Seabrook in 1988. Bosone’s neon works glow all around the Bay Area from store fronts to private palapas. “My neon’s everywhere,” he said. Bosone explained the process of creating neon. He told he starts with a drawing of the sign lettering or design and pulls the necessary materials. Bosone then places the pattern on a screen. Next, he informed the glass is hand-fired until malleable and bent by hand to follow the pattern. Bosone added, “It’s a true art form.” He said once the tube bending is complete, it’s heated again with 20,000 volts of electricity to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. The finished tube is finally sent through a vacuum system to ensure proper function. When the tube reaches a certain temperature it is filled with the gas. Bosone shared there are actually only two colors available. He informed, “Neon is red and argon is blue. The other colors of neon are made of different fluorescents added to a tube before bending.” Because it’s fabricated without filaments or elements, Bosone revealed neon can last 30 to 50 years making it highly economical. Of course, he means with proper care. He advised, “It’s glass with gas. You break the tube and it won’t work.” To affirm the long life of neon, Bosone proclaimed inside his shops hang signs they made their first week in business that still operate. “Everyone loves the final products,” said Bosone. He acknowledged, “It’s a big deal to make something look just as someone imaged it. Whatever you can dream up, you draw it, and we can make it.”
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ART July 7, 14, 21, & 28: Drawing & Painting Classes, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m., July 11 – 1 4, Kids Art Camp, Star Struck Gallery, 822 Clear Lake Dr., Clear Lake Shores, 281-433-2365, www.debistar.com July 14: Art Walk in Kemah, various area artists, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Art of Coffee, 609 Bradford, Ste. 105, Kemah, 281-532-6933 July 15: Food Truck Friday Night and Art, variety of food, vendors, live music and art, Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-3321393 butlerlonghornmuseum.com
3 p.m. & 8 p.m., The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. Galveston, 1-800821-1894, www.thegrand.comGalveston, 800-821-1894, www.thegrand.com July16: A Wolverine Walked into a Bar, by Jaston William of Greater Tune, 3: p.m. and 8 p.m., The Grand11894 Opera House, 2020 Post Office St, Galveston, 409-7651894, www.grand.com July18: Farpoint Theatre Youth Drama Camp Runs two weeks, Performances July 29 & 30, Friday 6:30p.m. Saturday 2 p.m. Matinee, for more info visit Farpoint Theatre on Facebook or call 832693-8569
July 18: Lakeview Guild Meeting. 3rd Monday each month 7 p.m., check website for location, for more info, email info@lakeviewquiltersguild.org, lakeviewquiltersguild.com July 22: Up Close and Personal with The King,Vince King, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m., Butler Longhorn Museum, 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com
Bay Area Bluegrass Association Show, no show this month, Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, www.baba.org
PHOTOGRAPHY July 12 & 26: Bay Area Photo Club meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of every month at the Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church (BAUUC), 17503 El Camino Real, 77058, in the Cockrell Hall. Meeting starts with socializing and snacks at 7 pm. The program starts at 7:30 pm. Honors Night is always the 2nd Tuesday of the month. The 4th Tuesday will either be a tutorial or a program.
THEATRE July 1 – July 3: The Foreigner, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen Genoa Rd., Pasadena, 713-5409489, www.pasadenalittletheatre.org
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MUSEUMS 1940 Air Terminal Museum: Hobby Airport, July 16 deadline for raffle tickets for a Cessna 172 Aircraft, 713-454-1940, www. 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
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Evelyn Meador Library (PreK): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Wednesday morning & computer classes forming, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net
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.
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
Butler Longhorn Museum: 1220 Coryell, League City, July16: 6th Annual Boot Scootin’ Social Fundraiser for Butler Longhorn Museum, 6 p.m. -11 p.m South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center, 2500 South Shore Blvd, League City, 281-3321393 www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com
La Porte Library: Tuesday Story Time, 10:15 a.m., followed by Baby Time 11 a.m., 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 281-471-4022, www.hcpl.net
Galveston Railroad Museum: Train Rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, Galveston, 409-765-5700, www.galvestonmuseum.com.
Helen Hall Library: Toddler Story Time, Monday 10:15 a.m., Preschool Story Time, Tuesday 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m., Teen Advisory Board (TAB), 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the Month, 7 p.m., Events for Adults; Antiques Roundtable 1st Monday of the Month 1
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is a July Must • July 16, South Shore Harbour Resort There is still time to buy tickets for the social fundraiser of the summer, the Butler Longhorn Museum 6th Annual Boot Scootin’ Longhorn Social on July 16 at the South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference, 2500 South Shore Boulevard in League City. This year’s event will include various entertainment, group activities throughout the evening including a casino night, live and silent auctions, dancing, live music and scrumptious dinner. Sponsorship is provided in three levels; Miss Ceole at $800 with a table of eight and two bottles of champagne, the Miss John Wayne is $2000 with a table of eight, two bottles of wine and two bottles of champagne, the top sponsorship is the Classic Sponsor for $3000 and includes four bottles of wine and two bottles of champagne. Each sponsor will receive their name in media advertising, the program, acknowledgement from the podium and a table tent with company name. Smaller packages include Lady Butler for $600 for a table of eight and a table tent with name, or a Casino Table sponsor for $100 with signage at casino table. Advanced individual tickets are $75 until July 11, thereafter tickets can be purchased for $100 per individual. To “Join the Stampede” by purchasing tickets or to reserve a space for sponsorship, contact the Butler Museum at 281-3321393. The Butler Longhorn Museum is a (501c3) non-profit organization and all donations are tax deductible. For more information, call 713-858-6097 or 281-332-1393 or log on to their website: www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com. So grab your boots for a fun night and support the museum.
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pating restaurants and support educational excellence in CCISD. The elementary, intermediate and secondary school with the highest percentage of participation based on student population will win $1,000! For more information, please go to the Foundation’s website or Facebook page.
CCEF encourages citizens to dine out for a good cause on Monday, October 3. The process is simple: Patrons enjoy a meal at a participating restaurant, and restaurant proprietors donate a portion of the proceeds to CCEF to support its many programs, including Teacher Innovative Grants, National Board Teacher Certification, Clear Horizons Early College High School and Technology Education Labs. Participating restaurants as of press time include Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta, The Aquarium, Bubba’s Shrimp Palace (2 locations), Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack, Double Dave’s PizzaWorks, Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House, Fuddruckers (Both CCISD Locations), Gatti’s Pizza, Ichibon Japanese Steakhouse, Jersey Mike’s Subs (3 locations), Jinya Ramen Bar, La Brisa on the Creek (2 locations), Longhorn Steakhouse, Luby’s (Both CCISD Locations), Luigi’s, Luna’s Mexican Restaurant (2 locations), Malay Malay Malaysian Restaurant, Mediterraneo Café & Pizza, Mediterraneo Market & Cafe, NAM Noodles and More, Noodles & Company, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Opus Bistro, Pei Wei, Red River BBQ & Grill, San Lorenzo’s (3 locations), Saltgrass – Kemah Boardwalk, Skipper’s, South Shore Grille, Tommy’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar and Zoe’s Kitchen. CCEF board member and South Shore Grille owner Mickey Wooten developed the concept for “Dine Out to Donate” and has led the effort for CCEF again this year. “As restaurant owners, this is an opportunity for us to give back to the community,” said Wooten. “Clear Creek Independent School District is very important to the area. Demonstrating our support of the district by donating a portion of proceeds on one day is a great way to support educational excellence.” It’s not too late for restaurants to sign up! Please contact Kaci Hanson at kahanson@clearcreekeducationfoundation.org or 281284-0031 by July 15 to help CCEF reach their goal of 50 partici-
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Your ACTION GUIDE Get out and do something! Now! • Be Active!
SCENE (sen) Noun.
The place where an action or event occurs.
Fun Run & Golf Tourney among Lunar Rendezvous Festival events in July After a relaxing month in June, the Lunar Rendezvous Festival is ready to launch an action-packed July. But first is a relaxing Spa Night at Oasis Salon and Medi Spa on Tuesday, July 12. Spa Night was introduced onto the calendar of events in 2014 and is well on its way to becoming a festival event favorite. Spa Night offers pampering services as Manicures, Massages, Make Up Consultation, shopping and more. This event sells out quickly and this year will be no exception. Tickets are limited, so be sure to get yours early.
the Pin are all a part of what makes this day a fun-filled event. Also in July is the Sunset Service held at Clear Creek Community Church - Bay Area on Sunday, July 24 and the Lunar Rendezvous Fashion Show on Tuesday, July 26 at the San Luis Convention Center. The Festival’s final celebration is the annual Coronation Ball on Saturday, July 30 also at the San Luis Convention Center.
Next on Saturday, July 16 is the annual Fun Run, an event that takes place yearly at Space Center Houston on the grounds of the NASA Johnson Space Center. The run is a 5K that is fun for all ages and abilities. Our Fun Run, led by Jay Lee and Jennifer Mason, is a long-standing event for the Lunar Rendezvous Festival. On Monday, July 18, the Lunar Rendezvous Festival will host its highly-anticipated annual Golf Tournament at Magnolia Creek Golf Club. The event offers not only full-round tournament play, but a lunch, silent auction and award ceremony. Hole-in-one incentives as well as other challenges like Closest to
Lunar Rendezvous Festival, a 501c3 non-profit organization, was founded in 1965. This event has involved more than 25,000 area volunteers in its 51-year history. In the past 10 years, the festival has given over $1.5 million back to the Bay Area Community in donations to local charities. More details and tickets to all of these events may be found on the website at www.lunarrendezvous.org.
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July 16 2016 • Golden Skate Championship
JULY 16TH 2016 • GOLDEN SKATE CHAMPIONSHIP (10th Anniversary)
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Upcoming Fitness Events Sat., July 2, 2016 Deer Park Independence 5K/10K Deer Park Community Center 610 East San Augustine Street Deer Park, TX 77536 Mon., July 4, 2016 27th Annual Baytown Bud Heat Wave 5 Mile Run 511 S. Whiting Street, Baytown, Texas 77520
Sat.,August 6, 2016 Next Generation Trail Races (10K, 5K & 1M) Jack Brooks Park 5700 FM 2004 Hitchcock, TX 77563 Night Moves Trail Races (26.2M, 13.1M, 10K & 5K) Jack Brooks Park 5700 FM 2004 Hitchcock, TX 77563 Sat.,August 13, 2016 Galveston Sand Crab 5/10K/Kid’s Beach Mile East Beach in Apfel Park 1923 Boddeker Rd, Galveston, TX 77550
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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, www.OceanStarOEC.com
Sat., Sept 10, 2016 Daily News Press Run Galveston County Daily News • 8522 Teichman Rd Galveston, TX 77554
San Jacinto Monument & Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. La Porte, 281-479-2421, www.sanjacinto-museum.org
9/11 Heroes Run Ellington Field 11210 Blume Avenue Houston, TX 77034
Space Center of Houston: 1601 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay, 281224-2100, spacecenter.org Register now for Children’s Day Camp Texas City Museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., Texas City, 409-643-5799, texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm
Race One The American Distance San Jacinto Monument 1 Monument Circle La Porte, TX 77571
Sat., July 16, 2016 38th Honeywell Lunar Rendezvous Festival Fun Run Space Center Houston 1601 NASA Road 1, Houston, TX 77058
Sat., Sept 3, 2016 Beneezy Purple Monkey Fun Run Alvin High School 1465 W Dumble St
Lone Star Flight Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org
Sun., Sept 18, 2016 Toughest 10K Kemah Kemah Boardwalk 215 Kipp Ave Kemah, TX 77565 Sat., Sept 24, 2016 Family Matters Fun Run (5K, 10K & 1K) Pearland Town Center Pavilion - 11200 Broadway Pearland, TX 77584 Shrimp Scamper 5K Fun Run Saengerfest Park 23rd St. & Strand St. Galveston, TX 77550
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Sun., Sept 25, 2016 2016 Superhero Fun Run! (9th Annual Event) Pearland Town Center - 11200 Broadway Pearland, TX 77584
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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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2. MOODY GARDENS
6. BATTLESHIP TEXAS
10. ELLINGTON FIELD
14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY
3. KEMAH BOARDWALK
7. LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM
11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENT
15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR
4. SCHLITTERBAHN
8. GALVESTON PLEASURE PIER
12. NOLAN RYAN CENTER
16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS
5. GALVESTON BAY BEER
9. PIRATES BAY WATER PARK
13. ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CTR. 17. RAILEAN DISTILLERY
1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673
710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880
2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283
12900 FM 3436 (Dickinson) 281-339-3210
3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431
510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200
2002 Terminal Dr. ......409-740-7722
2501 Seawall Blvd. ....1.855.789.7437
5300 East Road (Baytown) ..281-422-1150
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1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400
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26. CINEMARK 18 20915 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-332-0951 27. BAYBROOK MALL 500 Baybrook Mall Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-488-4620 28. MAGNOLIA GREEK GOLF COURSE 1501 Bay Area Blvd. . . . . .281-557-0555 29. BEACON LAKES GOLF CLUB 801 FM 646 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-337-1459 30. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR CC 4300 South Shore Harbour . . . .281-334-0521
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31. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 32. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 33. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Galveston . . . . . . .713- 629-3700 34. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . .409-765-5930 35. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 36. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 37. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand .409-765-5700 38. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 39. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . .409-766-STAR 40. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . .409-797-5114
41. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 42. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 43. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 44. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . .713-658-8938 45. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 46. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas .713-853-8000 47. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500 48. BBVA COMPASS STADIUM 2200 Texas Avenue . . . .713-276-7500 49. DOWNTOWN HOUSTON AQUARIUM 410 Bagby .713-223-3474 50. HOUSTON ZOO 6200 Hermann Park Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .713-533-6500
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WEDNESDAY SAILBOAT NIGHT RACES
CHECK OUT THE THE SCENE SAILING TEAM HAS GROWN!!
For the 2016 Wednesday Night Season, The SCENE features boats in two classes. The proven and three-time defending class champion J24 team sporting the Carefree Boat Club spinnaker returns. New to the team is a J/22 featuring Crazy Alan’s Swamp shack on the spinnaker. The two-boat team is captained by veteran sailor Stuart Lindow, Sponsoring The SCENE Sailing Team in 2016 is Carefree Boat Club, Vacuum Truck Rentals, Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack, UK Sailmakers, Bahama Rigging and Bay Area Media Services. The team is powered by Galactic Coast Brewing. Come out and cheer them on!
Wednesday Night Sailboat Races on Clear Lake Villa Capri: 3713 NASA PKWY (Seabrook) *6:15pm 1st Gun
REMAINING RACES 7/06 . . . . . .Series 3, Race 4 7/13 . . . . . . . . . . .Bye Week 7/20 . . . . . .Series 4, Race 1 7/27 . . . . . .Series 4, Race 2 8/03 . . . . . .Series 4, Race 3 8/10 . . . . . .Series 4, Race 4 8/17 . . . . . . . . . . .Bye Week 8/24 . . . . . .Series 5, Race 1 8/31 . . . . . .Series 5, Race 2 9/07 . . . . . .Series 5, Race 3 9/14 . . . . . .Series 5, Race 4 9/21 . . . . . . . . . . .Bye Week 9/28 . . . . . . . .Awards Party (No Championship Series in 2016)
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Lakewood Team USA Wins the Marco Rissotti Trophy Lakewood Yacht Club's youth sailing Red Team celebrates a first-place victory at the Trofeo Marco Rissotti Regatta in Venice, Italy. After three days of intense racing, the US team earned top honors on the podium.
Sailing Calendar
HYC Summer Series 2 July 10 • Galveston Bay
HYC Summer Series 3 August 7 • Galveston Bay
Lakewood Red was one of three teams to represent the United States at this prestigious event, competing with 23 teams from four continents. Winning the pivotal USODA Team Race Midwinter Championship this past January earned Lakewood Red the first slot at the Marco Rizzotti Regatta.
Houston Open One Design (HOOD) Regatta Sept 17 & 18 • Galveston Bay
HOUSTON YACHT CLUB 281-471-1255
Lakewood Red dominated the race course on day 1 of racing, winning all of their races that day. Light winds and heavy storms postponed racing on day 2. By day 3, conditions improved enough for Lakewood Red to take the lead, losing only one of their races to hold on for the win. Venetian Race Committee Chair Dodi Villani spoke highly of the US teams and their sportsmanship both on and off the race course. "The US teams showed themselves to be very determined and decided in the race. They're highly trained athletes who are diligent at sea and showed great understanding and fellowship." Marco Rizzotti, a lifetime resident of Venice, initiated the youth racing event 30 years ago. Over time, the event has become arguably the most prestigious international team race competition in the Optimist class. This year’s regatta was the largest ever, featuring sailors on 23 teams from 10 countries. Red Team member Dutch Byerly enjoyed his first trip to Italy. "We stayed in a marina with lots of waterparks right on the beach. My favorite part was getting to bike around the city with the team."
Bay Cup II August 6 • Galveston Bay
Harvest Moon Regatta Oct. 13-15 • Gulf of Mexico
J-Fest Southwest Regatta Oct. 29-30 • Galveston Bay
Byerly and winning teammates Zane Rogers, Paul Houston, Yumi Yosiyashu, and Michael Burns brought home the Venice Optimist International Cup, on loan from Italy. Lakewood's Blue team, crewed by Kelly Bates, Noah Zittrer, Cade Morrel, Parker Tyson, and Tony Slowik, brought home the Fair Play Award for best sportsmanship on the water. Topping out at over 100 sailors, Lakewood's Youth Sailing Program trains athletes who sail in the Opti, Laser, and FJ classes. This year, the program looks forward to coaching in the 420 class as current Opti sailors outgrow their boats. Directed by 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 Marek Valasek at SailingDirector @lakewoodyachtclub.com. For more information about Lakewood Yacht Club, please contact Marketing and Membership Development Director Troy Wise at 281-474-2511 or e-mail him at twise@lakewoodyachtclub.com.
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GBCA Women’s Regatta Sat, July 8 • Galveston Bay
GBCA Cruzan Rum Races #3 Sat, July 16 • Galv. Bay #4 Sat, July 23 • Galv. Bay #5 Sat, July 30 • Galv. Bay #6 Sat, Aug 13 • Galv. Bay #7 Sat, Aug 27 • Galv. Bay #8 Sat, Sept 10 • Galv. Bay GBCA Singles Regatta Sat, Aug 20 • Galveston Bay
GBCA Mixed Doubles Regatta Sun, Aug 21 • Galveston Bay
GALVESTON BAY CRUISING ASSOCIATION (GBCA)
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Bakkhus Taverna
Mamacita’s
Preamble
Skallywag
Mediterraneo
Scout Bar
Where To EAT & DRINK
Hugh & Jeff’s
1. Aspens................817 Clear Lake Rd. (Clear Lake Shores) 2. Bakfish Brewing Co. ..............1231 Broadway (Pearland) 3. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 4. Bayview Duck ..............................3131 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) 5. Beers Looking At You ..........17074 Highway 3 (Webster) 6. Bombshells - Houston South ............12810 Gulf Freeway 7. Bombshells - Webster..........................803 E NASA Pkwy 8. Boondoggles ....................4106 NASA Parkway (El Lago) 9. Buck Wild ..............1025 West NASA Parkway (Webster) 10. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 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 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 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 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 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)
Dickinson BBQ
Stuttgarden Tavern
T-bone Tom’s
Mainly Drinks
Topwater Grill
Kemah’s Sweet Spot
South Belt • Pasadena • Galveston Bay • Galves
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 31 TOUR STOP CLEAR LAKE - It’s at Scout Bar, where loud and powerful are the norm. Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Robby Krieger is on stage and one could almost hear a pin drop… I’ve NEVER seen a Scout Bar audience this way before, but then again, Scout Bar patrons always knew their music. Krieger, on his 2016 North American Tour, rolled into town traveling with his son Waylon fronting the part of Jim Morrison and a road crew appearing bona-fide from the ’60s. The entire evening, Krieger graciously shared up close and personal displays of his playing skills, rarely carrying the melody of the song, rather interweaving with the other band mates into a collective rhythm and tone that was the song. Readers and fans of The Doors likely have been to Krieger’s website and already read their more eloquent description, “We just combined the Apollonian and the Dionysian. The Dionysian side is Robby Kreiger @ Scout Bar the blues, and the Apollonian side is classical music. The proper artist combines Apollonian rigor and correctness with Dionysian frenzy, passion and excitement. You blend those two together, and you have the complete, whole artist.” Opening this evening was Rainchild, with Dustin Condon setting the crowd into proper mood. With solid shows year in and year out, Rainchild was the perfect band for this opening appearance. Krieger and his band played an honest ten-song set plus an encore run of four, that pretty well covered everybody’s favorite. Rainchild @ Scout Bar
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IT’S A WRAP - Hope everybody has/had a safe and fun 4th of July taking time with friends and family to enjoy and appreciate the great country we live in. The All-Star Game and Olympics are around the corner, and we will be hanging out around the SCENE rooting for our team. On the schedule for sure is the July 16 South Side Roller Derby’s Golden SK8 Championship at the Pasadena Convention Center which should be a burner. Hang tight as election season looms ahead and remember above all, we are Americans, brothers and sisters. Dog days of summer lie ahead so take care and keep a cool head, after all, we’ve got the water and some of the coolest live music hangouts around town in a place we call The SCENE… See you out there!
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 32 ON TO NIGHTBIRD - Jackie’s Brickhouse is an interesting place to bring tribute bands as not all of the great bands over the decades were exclusively for dancing but also fed intellect. Over the years, Jackie’s has hosted tribute bands for Heart, The Beatles, The Eagles and in June for the first time in our area, a Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac tribute group, Nightbird – a blend of dance and intellect appeal from the pop era of Fleetwood Mac. Members of Nightbird include: Brooke Alyson (who works Nightbird @ Jackie’s Brickhouse with Jill Focke, Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac's wardrobe manager) as “Stevie Nicks.” Paul Hatton (Local chiropractor at Rasa Yoga who understands placing oneself in other dimensions) as “Lindsey” - Guitar/Vocals. Wolff DeLong - Bass/Vocals/Percussion Kelli Thompson (uber talented musician/teacher that we need to hire down in our local school district) as “Christine” - Keyboards/Vocals/Percussion/Acoustic Guitar Danny Shudra - Drums. Special mentions are Wolff and Danny for holding down a rock HAPPY HOUR solid foundation while MONDAY-FRIDAY Brooke, Paul and Kelli NOON-8 PM take the music way out LADIES NIGHT there. The Nightbird FRIDAY & SATURDAY show presented an impressive reflection of 1010B E. NASA PKWY @ EGRET BAY • 281-335-5400 the Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac experience. SATURDAY, JULY 16 In one moment, the The Hourglass Band’s band would have the Monster Birthday Bash entire house modernrocking along in a priwith Mark Fenton, Brad Gibson, Nightbird @ Jackie’s mal frenzy, then in the Brickhouse Jane Head and Greg Stephens next, freeze the entire (9 p.m. to 1 a.m.) audience dead in their tracks to simply stop, FRIDAY, JULY 29 watch, listen and enjoy. Michael Shanks Which, if you think about it, is quite a feat. Sunday ..................................$12 Buckets • Cliff’s Karaoke Roaming through the Monday ....................................................Industry Night! crowds, you could tell Nightbird picked up Tuesday ............................................ $1.50 Wells All Day many new fans. HopeWednesday ............................ Cliff’s Karaoke + $12 Buckets fully they’ll be back!
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Andy and The Dreamsicles @ Alzheimers Fundraiser Over the years, the Dreamsicles have evolved their playing almost sort of like how Pink Floyd did after Syd Barrett with David Gilmour, structured and solid. The Dreamsicles are always adding songs to the play list that are sophisticated, legitimate, familiar, fun and rarely heard live these days. With the Olympics coming soon, a familiar term comes to mind of the concert Tens across the board…. CATCHING UP - When Crazy Alan opened up his Swamp Shack, one of the first musicians hired to play there was David Schwope. In June, a follow up visit was in order. The last time we covered a David Schwope show was at his 60th birthday party. Despite being eligible to retire, Schwope hasn’t rested on his laurels including opening for Jerry Lee Lewis and Rusty Weir along with gigs of yesteryear at the Balinese Ballroom. Rather instead, he opts to keep busy with his remodeling business and a steady calendar of gigs – wise man… One gig that David David Schwope mentions is sitting @ Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack in with the Mike Stevens Band in what he describes as The Wizards of Aaaahs (cool name). This is one I’ve put on my watch list. Recently, Schwope has livened up his show with the addition of a Taylor T5 12-String from Danny’s Guitar Hacienda which is one of the cooler models in recent history – and the only one I’ve ever seen gigging these days. If it’s been awhile since you’ve caught a David Schwope act, you can find his full schedule and more about his music at his website. Oh, the food at the Swamp Shack? May I suggest one of their mixed boils? Great stuff! (www.davidschwope.com)
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FOLLOW UPS Klocks @ Jackie’s A few months ago Brickhouse The SCENE covered two groups that left such a favorable impression, follow-ups were warranted. And so in June, when the schedule at Jackie’s Brickhouse included The Klocks and Nightbird, we knew we had to stop by. First up were The Klocks, a killer cover band from the San Antonio/Boerne region. This band has been playing for over 18 years, which seems to create a solid fan base wherever they play, and a well-rounded list of music including today’s current hits all the way through to the ’70s, plus rap, country, Latin and more. Speaking of more, The Klocks clearly reinvest back into the band, packing along one super killer stage light system, state-of-the-art P.A. system and video, making their shows a complete road ready package. Aside from their spiffy visual presentation, the pure Gibb Brothers’ vocal quality of front man Brent Fields provides an entertainment experience like none in the area.
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Hourglass @ Cock-eyed Seagull NOS - Is an abbreviation for New Old Stock, a term often used by guitar players on their relentless search for vintage tubes still in their original packaging, installed into modern day amplifiers, to achieve the ultimate nirvana known as “Tone.” Still in their original packaging, the Hourglass Trio of Kevin Fenton, Claudia Hammond & Greg Stephens have embarked on a mission to reacquire the Tone of yesteryear amidst what is known as vocal harmonies – the stuff that makes your spine tingle... At the Cock-eyed Seagull in June, we got to check out the progress on their mission and are pleased to report good progress on a wide variety of classic covers, rejuvenated and returning to life heard live. No doubt, this will be a continued work in progress, and I’m looking forward to hearing more of this down the road. Check out the annual The Hourglass Band’s Monster Birthday Bash with Mark Fenton on Saturday, July 16 at the Seagull! THE LONGEST DAY - It’s no secret I’m fond of benefit/memorial-type gatherings, where the music often drifts into magical territory, and in June, I had that privilege again. There were a couple of Dreamsicles fans who used to come hear Andy and The Dreamsicles at La Brisa, Patsy and Carl. They heard the band all the time and loved them. Patsy, died of Alzheimer's last January. Her daughter Michelle and husband Brent hired the band to play a concert for anybody who wanted to go and have a good time in her memory with proceeds donated to the Alzheimer's society. As for the concert, the courtyard venue was perfect with tall hard walls and a bricked terrace creating a sonic heaven that music craves - A natural large ambience with clarity on the order of Red Rocks. This evening, The Dreamsicles along with the Kick Ass Brass sported a six-piece vocal line, instruments out the wazoo, musical spectrum spanning five decades and even pulled off Beach Boys crisply, something you don’t often hear live.
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Latin Artists @ Scout Bar Continued From Page 48 This international following in conjunction with the support and respect of prominent local bands has helped to reinforce an already solid path to bring groups like Los Pericos to Houston for such highly successful shows. Roland Belmarez – a promoter for Scout Bar who, along with venue owner Thomas Wilson has been chiefly responsible for bringing some of the most established names in the Latin music industry to the Clear Lake stage – was quick to point out that Los Skarnales, among other revered rock en español bands such as La Sien (some of whose members were also in attendance, singing the praises of Los Pericos), continue to be a great part of the reason why even more Latin artists have been brought to Houston and to Scout Bar in particular. “What you are experiencing is because of them,” Belmarez said, though both he and Wilson (also a musician in his own right as member of industrial rock band The Hunger) are credited as well for bringing renowned international artists such as Spain’s Jarabe de Palo and Cuba’s legendary band Los Van Van over the past two years. A momentous precedent would set this exciting trend in motion, however. Mexico’s preeminent alternative rock and hip hop band Molotov was the first of many successful shows to come. “We took a chance [on Molotov] in a rock venue in Clear Lake, and it worked amazingly. We started pursuing other artists, and felt that Houston was lacking Latin artists and venues that were booking them. So here we are today, booking Latin Grammy nominees and winners like Natalia Lafourcade and Los Pericos, and it is working great,” Belmarez said. The packed house during Los Pericos last month was no exception, even drawing in hard rock/rap/metal band Saliva drummer Paul Crosby, who as a first-time attendee of Los Pericos was extremely impressed by the band, noting that their music transcends any assumed language barrier. “They are incredible. You don’t need to know Spanish to know this is amazing,” said Crosby. Indeed, the tireless, high-energy set of more than two hours of Los Pericos’ biggest hits, including “Runaway,” a hit they also recorded later with the original Wailers, kept the crowd on its feet in English and in Spanish, with an overwhelming vow of approval as they shouted, “¡Otra! ¡Otra! ¡Otra!,” for just “One more song!” when it appeared that they would close for the night. The band complied with the hundreds of excited fans present, and another successful Latin show in Clear Lake – on a weeknight nonetheless – concluded to the sounds of overwhelming whistles, yelling, and resounding applause. Next up at Scout Bar will be alternative metal/rock/pop star Mon Laferte, a highly-acclaimed contemporary singer-songwriter from Chile who has performed for crowds of tens of thousands around the world, garnering widespread international attention with her vocals, and particularly her masterful talent on a variety of instruments including guitar, drums, piano, and harmonica. As of press time, Laferte’s show is scheduled for November 13, though several other well-known Latin artists and exciting shows will be confirmed in the coming weeks. For updates and more information, visit www.scoutbar.com or Scout Bar’s Facebook page.
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 37 Not every band in the area is suited for this type of venue, but not to worry, Rat Ranch is a perfect band for this event, and they were in full command of the music the entire evening. Also in command were Rat Ranch fans that filled the courtyard. These fans are perhaps some of the hardiest people on this planet. Catching my muse, I spotted a few young people in the audience of the intermediate school age (our future replacements) wearing Rat Ranch merchandise – a favorable sign the music connected with those that matter, providing hope that rock will truly live on. Viva! PALAPA COUNTRY - In June, we stopped in at T-Bone Tom’s catching The Slags and Sheila Marshall @ T-bone Tom’s
Sheila Marshall on the Landshark stage. The Slags have been often mentioned here in the SCENE and were putting on their usual high-octane show. Sheila has changed considerably, since we last covered her prior to her Nashville venture, shedding her high pitch young country singing for a deeper powerful Melissa Etheridge vocal style. Lyrically, we’ll do a follow up to see if the content has also matured this Nashville transformation. To be continued…
The Slags @ T-bone Tom’s
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FRENCH RODEO & 128TH NOTES - This year, we missed catching up with Chad Ware at the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. He usually serenades the wine-drinking crowds. We first caught this talented singer Chad songwriter and guitar Ware @ player at the first GBAMA Katie’s IkeFest where he was handling lead guitar duties for headliner, Perfect Stranger and enjoyed follow-ups over the years. When we saw him in June at Katie’s (the area’s place to enjoy great local live music up close and personal), he
was matter of factly playing what I believe were 1/128th notes, not in the machine gunning way metal shredders do, but with melodic arpeggio accuracy, which -- my friends -- is rare to hear live. We got to hear his original “She Likes The Way My Guitar Sounds” live for the first time, mentioned in the Valentine's issue of The SCENE a couple years ago, which in my humble opinion, has the hooks to make it onto Billboard. Chad is one of those crazy gifted musicians. He started playing guitar at age 10, and by his early 20s was making a name for himself in the Houston area as a lead guitar player. Aside from playing the clubs, he’s played with Rick Trevino, opened for Ronnie Milsap, had a live KPFT broadcast and plays Christmas music at Moody Gardens Festival of Lights. Oh, and as to why we missed Chad at the HLSR? Chad and the band have been busy recently playing at the Equiblues Rodeo/Festival in Saint Agrève France which probably one of the coolest reasons I could imagine. (chadwaremusic.com iTunes & Reverbnation) - Continued on Page 33
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Scotty’s Pub on the Bay Continued from page 41 The hybrid concept that worked so well at Scarsdale is now making waves in South Shore as a combination nightclub and pub. Guests love the dance floor, complete with a new DJ booth and a state-of-the-art jukebox, as well as the specialty drinks, 12 beers on tap and impressive whiskey selection. Scotty’s Pub on the Bay has TVs in every corner, two pool tables, three dartboards, Golden Tee and two 120-inch projection screens. The pub is known for crafting many of their specialties in-house, including their award-winning Bloody Mary. Guests will notice peppers and onions infused vodka at the bar, ready to be combined Bloody Mary mix, celery bitters, house-made bacon salt and a spicy pickled green bean. You can try this specialty for only $4 on Sunday nights! Other specials on Sunday include $2 wells and $7 domestic pitchers. Another must-try is their Pimms Cup, a southern take on an English classic with fresh lemon, cucumbers and ginger beer. Scotty’s has something fun going on every night of the week, including “Geeks Who Drink Trivia,” blind draw dart tournament, snowman poker tournament, and plenty of nightly drink specials. Friday features live music from DJ Swift and $4 Fireball Whiskey. Saturdays are all about hit videos and music. Happy hour is daily from 4 to 8 p.m. Scotty’s team of founders, bartenders, waiters and waitresses thrive on working together to provide guests with the best experience possible when they walk into their neighborhood bar, Scotty’s Pub on the Bay.
Local Distillery • Craft Spirits Tasting Room • Cocktail Bar
Try the new
Railean Lime Rum THURS., JULY 7 Pirate Guild Night 4 to 9 p.m. ~ Gene Rutt live. Celebrate American Rum! Patriotic theme! Drink specials. Prizes for best costumes.
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FRI., JULY 22 Time in a Bottle
Wednesdays & Thursdays: 4 to 8 p.m. Fridays: 3 to 9 p.m., Tour at 6 p.m. Saturdays: Noon to 6 p.m., Tours at 1, 3, & 5 p.m.
SAT., AUG. 27 Grateful Geezers
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THURS., SEPT. 1 Pirate Guild Night Favorite TV and/or movie character theme. Drink specials. Prizes.
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LOOSE NOTES: Continued From Page 39 PUNKSTAR FULL THROTTLE UPDATE - After May’s family evening, the June show went waaaay to the other corner with a slant on death punk, alternative and black metal. The skill set amongst the three groups there that night was widespread ranging from world touring members forming up Wulfskol, the 18 month old experimental Frank Zappa Metal by Sift Through the Ashes -- a young group that put on a show of mic eating. Also that night was a local concoction of Astoryia - described as the Five Thieves of musicians wanting to “play something different.” We weren’t able to stick around for their midnight stage time and will follow up with them again later. My scorecard? Wulfskol came this evening showing all they definitely could play and once they finish their projects in work with Mike BBQ, Astoryia should interviewed by be good to go on Punkstar Full the Throttle @ Opening Scout Bar Act call list. Remember bands, if you get an invitation to come play at the Punkstar Full Throttle Radio, you’ll have some mic time with an international audience, so make it good! OLYMPIC TRAINING - With the Olympics coming up in Brazil, local festive fans may wish to consider a training routine that includes Rock the Dock, the annual summer tradition on the Boardwalk. In June, we dropped in to catch a full courtyard and Rat Ranch on the stage. This is an ideal event for the hardiest of people in the area - The tall construction that blocks native natural breezes combined with the high content of brick and cement which holds heat great in the winter makes for awesome sound and festive atmosphere Think upcoming Brazilian Olympic street parties!!! Rat Ranch @ Rock The Dock - Continued on Page 35
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UPCOMING LIVE MUSIC: July 1 ..............David Grace July 2 ..................5-0 Band July 8 ..............Cheap Guilt July 9............Adrian’s Fault July 15........Band Hennessy July 16 ........................SBJ July 22..........Adrian’s Fault July 23 ..............Adrenaline July 30..............Big Richard We are always looking for new bands to play. If interested, contact us.
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Crawfish at Market Price | Current is $6/lb or 5 lbs for $25
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
MON: $3.50 Wells TUES: All Day Happy Hour Wine WED: $4 house wines & 1/2 off bottles THURS: $4.50 Draft (Bottoms Up Draft System) FRI: $5 Jim, Jack, Crown, Crown Apple SAT: $3 SnoCones, $4 Fireball, Starphuckers SUN: $3 Bloody Marys & Pink Floyds (sig. drink)
DAILY DRINK SPECIALS PEARLAND LOCATION ONLY
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LIVE BANDS FRI., SAT. & SUN. July 1 ....Andy & the Dreamsicles July 2.......Randy Meadows Band
Full-Service Restaurant • Full Bar & Craft Beer on Draft Game Room w/ Billiards, Darts & Golden Tee Dance Hall with Live Music (Fri. & Sat.) Private Party Room with Bar Upstairs Large Outdoor Patio, Bar & Stage Sports on 40+ Giant HD TVs
July 8......Kelly Wayne Chambers July 9 ..........................Posse July 15 ............Jake Bush Band July 16 ......Luther & The Healers July 22 .....Randy Meadows Band July 23 ......PeeWee Bowen Band July 29 ....Kelly Wayne Chambers July 30 ...Andy & The Dreamsicles Aug. 5 ...Andy & The Dreamsicles Aug. 6 .............Jake Bush Band SUNDAY JAM (3 P.M.) Hosted by Kelly Wayne Chambers
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FULL KITCHEN OPEN 4-10pm Wed......Steak Night Special Thurs...Chicken Fried Steak Special Fri.................Fried Catfish Special
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Rat Ranch @ Rock The Dock
Loose Notes
Nightbird @ Jackie’s Brickhouse
The Slags @ T-bone Tom’s
Sheila Marshall @ T-bone Tom’s
Summer arrived in a most interesting way this year: In 2016, the Strawberry Moon coincided with the June Solstice. These two events haven’t occurred on the same day since 1967 and will not coincide again until 2062. If that wasn’t cool enough, that night, we happened to take in perhaps the best first impression ever at the newly opened Tookie’s Seafood. Now that, good people, qualifies as a Seabrook magical moment. I’m pretty sure many of you took in some magical moments around the area. June was a good month with live music, too! Let’s run down some of what all went down.
by Andy
NEW STOP ON THE BEAT - The SCENE has a new stop on the beat which would be Aspens Bar & Grill in Clear Lake Shores. One cool thing about this place is that on Friday nights, you can catch a live band (we heard Tomz Katz from Galveston for the first time), watch the Astros (and likely some Olympics soon) on the tube, relax and enjoy great service with the super friendly Aspens’ staff, and see the Kemah fireworks all from one seat! Don’t let all the golf carts in the parking lot run you off as there’s plenty of parking. Aspens has great a/c and comfortable seating which is very important this time of year and makes me wonder who goes to the food truck court this time of year? BACK ON THE BEAT - And that would be The Tree House where we Tomz Katz @ Apsens stopped in for the 25th Anniversary festive gathering. A little refresher: Back when Ike blew into town, The Tree House served as the 'round-the-clock gathering spot for the first responders never losing power the entire time, making this a cool solid designated hang25th Anniversary Party @ Tree House out. Word is also that The Tree House was a favorite of my predecessor, the late Jim Shortt who had sooooo many places to chose from. The patrons here are truly neighborly, spanning the entire 25 years and came for the celebration the entire day. A fantastic BBQ spread and musical entertainment was provided through the entire day. Hopefully, we can skip the hurricanes this year, but stop by The Tree House and hang out awhile anyway. Congrats to all at The Tree House! - Continued on Page 37
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HAPPY HOUR: MONDAY-FRIDAY 2-7PM
$2.50 Longnecks & 16 oz. Drafts $3.50 Wines & House Ritas
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Scotty’s Pub on the Bay drops anchor in South Shore By Tanisha Hicks Scotty’s Pub on the Bay sailed into South Shore Harbour in early June and is already making quite a splash. Their convenient location (3202 Marina Bay Drive in Kemah) makes it easy for guests to cruise in for exceptional service, unique drink menu and fun daily specials. The South Shore Harbour location is the second Scotty’s Pub to open. In 2011, Scott Sexton III, Scott Sexton Jr., Craig Sexton and Greg Castro opened the original Scotty’s Pub, a friendly neighborhood bar located at 10943 Scarsdale. The pub was a long-time dream of all the owners, and they still take an active part in the day-to-day work of the bar. Scott III credits the Scarsdale staff for enabling him, Scott Jr. and Quinton Turner (long-time manager of the Scarsdale pub) to open Scotty’s Pub on the Bay in June. “Our staff helped us get where we are today,” making the South Shore location a reality. Scotty’s Pub on the Bay reflects the successful menu and hybrid bar concept (part nightclub and part pub) that was perfected at Scotty’s Pub on Scarsdale over the last five years. Scotty’s owners continue to partner with their friendly and knowledgeable employees to provide a “whiskey-heavy, craft beer-centric, foodie haven.” When the idea to open a new pub was first tossed around, the guys knew they wanted to drop anchor in South Shore. They wanted to be near the water, and they knew the people in the area “love to party and are good people, nice and well-mannered.” As the work on the new pub was taking place, they made it a point to have lunch and dinner at locally owned restaurants and shopped close by to support their new neighbors throughout the build. It was immediately obvious that there were many creative residents with knowledge and appreciation of good food. For three culinary experts, this was perfect. All three of the founders studied culinary arts – and Scott III continues to teach culinary classes in Houston.
WHO IS SCOTTY? Chef Scott Sexton began his career in the service industry at the age of 18. He immediately knew that showing people a good time was his passion. He worked his way through college waiting tables, bartending and even cooking at bars and restaurants around Houston. After earning a Bachelors in Music from the University of Houston, Scotty never stopped learning and went on to get a degree in Culinary Arts and a Level 2 Sommelier Certification from ISG. He now teaches culinary arts at Houston Community College in addition to helping manage both Scotty’s Pubs. In April 2011 Scotty joined forces with his father (Scott Sr.), Craig Sexton and Greg Castro to open Scotty’s Pub on Scarsdale. The Pub was a long time dream of all the owners to open a place of their own. Now they have two.
In the near future, the kitchen will open at Scotty’s Pub on the Bay. Be on the lookout for daily chef-inspired specials. Just like at the Scarsdale location, the chef will prepare a limited amount of plates every day, featuring new and fresh ideas. Favorites expected on the menu include Scottish Eggs, Sober Sticks (locally made spicy pork tamales, breaded and deep fried, served with queso), Jerky Bird and Los Tacos (beer-batter fried shrimp with pineapple preserves, pico and awesome sauce).
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UPCOMING EVENTS Fri., July 1 • 9pm ..................Krazykaraoke4U Sat., July 2 • 9pm....Smith and Turner(Live Music) Wed., July 6 • 8pm ..........Live Buzztime Trivia Thurs., July 7 • 7pm ........Karbach Pint Night Fri., July 8 • 9pm ..........................DC Karaoke Sat., July 9 • 9pm ..........Jerry Milsap (Live Music) Sun.,July 10 • 2pm ....Annual Bloody Mary Competition Wed., July 13 • 8pm ........Live Buzztime Trivia Thurs., July 14 • 7pm......Sam Adams Pint Night Fri., July 15 • 9pm ................Krazykaraoke4U Sat., July 16 • 9pm ........Piano Punch (Live Music) Wed., July 20 • 8pm ........Live Buzztime Trivia Thurs., July 21 • 7pm ..Galveston Island Pint Nite Fri., July 22 • 9pm ........................DC Karaoke Sat., July 23 • 9pm.............. DJ Char Karaoke Wed., July 27 • 8pm ........Live Buzztime Trivia Thurs., July 28 • 7pm..................Wine Tasting Fri., July 29 • 9pm ................Krazykaraoke4U
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Where: 1300 E. Broadway St., Pearland (This location only) What: $2.50 Dom. Bottles, $4.50 Croc-a-Ritas, $4 House Wines, $4 Bloody Marys, $3.50 Wells, Select $5 Appetizers -------------------------
Skallywag Suds N’ Grub
Where: 4438 Boulevard What & When: Mon.-Thurs. All Day $2.75 Wells, $1.75 Drafts,
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Mon.-Thurs.:1/2-Price Well Drinks While Raining at Noah's! Where: 817 Clear Lake Road, Clear Lake Shores When: Mon.-Fri. 2-7pm What: $2.50 Longnecks & 16 oz. Drafts, $3.50 Wines & House Ritas + Daily Bucket Specials (2-7pm) $15 Dom, $16.50 Mixed, $18 Premium -------------------------
Where: 1053 Marina Bay Dr., Kemah When: Mon.-Fri. 11am-7pm; Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm What: Drink Specials -------------------------
Parrots Nest Happy Hour: Mon.Thurs. 3-6 p.m. 2 for 1 Appetizers. ------------------------
Where: 605A 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon.-Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $4 Premium Wells $4 Wine By The Glass $4 All Drafts (13 taps) ------------------------
Where: 600 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon-Fri, Noon to 7pm What: $4.75 Premium Wells, $2.75 Longnecks, $3.75 Fireballs -----------------------Where: 3435 Hwy 146 • Bacliff When: Mon.-Fri. 11am-7pm What: $3 House ’Ritas; $4 Flavored House ’Ritas; $2.75 Dom Bottle Beer; $3.25 Import/Premium Bottle Beer; $3.50 Well Drinks (single liquor); $4 Wine, Free Chips & Salsa Upon Request!
Where: 6555 South Shore Blvd. When: Mon.-Fri. 11am - 7pm & Sat. 11am - 6 pm What: Drink Specials
Prices/specials in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide are subject to change.
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Personally, the fact I can now eat almost anywhere and expect to be offered a selection of solid Houston, Texas, and national craft beers to enjoy with a meal is the biggest and most positive change. Often an option from more local than Houston will be among the handful of options. In 2016, craft beer on the menu at any venue is a given and no longer a plus.
Then there is the Tap Wall “Arms Race” with venues taking their commitment to craft to another level. To follow are some of the biggest and best tap walls full of craft beer in the area:
Skallywag Suds N’ Grub
Stuttgarden Tavern
600 6th St., Kemah
2110 Strand St., Galveston
The Republic House
Yard House
5835 Center St., Pasadena
700 Baybrook Mall, F-wood
Nobi Public House
Beers Looking At You
241 NASA Pkwy., Webster
17074 Hwy. 3, Webster
(Growler Fills Here)
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Boondoggles
Chelsea
4106 NASA Road 1, El Lago
4106 NASA Road 1, El Lago
Brews Brothers
Beerfoot Brewery
2404 Strand St., Galveston
2816 Ave. R 1/2, Galveston
Gordon Street Tavern
J. Henry's Draught House
114 N Gordon St., Alvin
1105 Clear Lake City Blvd.
(*Growler Fills Here)
(**Growler Fills Here)
Bayview Duck
Chasin’ Tails Sports Bar
3131 Texas 146, Bacliff
2402 Bay Area Blvd., Houston
* Gordon Street Tavern only fills Growlers of their in-house beer (beer they brewed on-site) due to TABC law. ** J Henry’s has a Growler Fill Drive Thru for your convenience. Three additional venues with draft beer selections worth mentioning are Bakkhus Taverna (605 6th St., Kemah); Bar 36 inside of Dickinson BBQ Company ( 2111 Fm 517 Rd. E, Dickinson) and the recently expanded Dan’s Pizza Company (15148 Hwy. 3, Webster). While none of these three venues have close to 40 or 50 taps like many of those listed above, they do have at least a dozen. And more important is how they use those taps and the commitment to local and independent craft they demonstrate. For example, Dickinson BBQ may only have 12 taps. But the fact that it takes seven or more different sources including multiple beer distributors and many small, independent self-distributing breweries to fill those 12 taps shows more commitment and deserves more credit than a bar with 50 taps that uses only two or three sources to fill them.
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Featured Bartender FELICITY @ SKALLYWAG
Where: 605 6th St., Suite C, Kemah When: Mon.-Fri. Noon to 7pm What: $3.50 Wells, $2.50 Dom. Pints --------------------------
Where: 650 FM 517 (Dickinson) When: Monday - Friday 3-6pm What: $1.99 Domestic Draft Pints; $2.99 Premium Draft Pints; $2.99 House WIne & Appetizers --------------------------
Where: 315 Grand Ave., Bacliff When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm What: Drink specials + Mon: $3.25 Well Ritas, Tues: $3.50 Crown Apple, Wed: $3.50 American Honey --------------------------
Houston Location
How long have you been a bartender + How long at Skallywag? I have been a bartender for 14 years with a few years break. I have been at Skallywag for a little over a year, and it has been by far my favorite bar I've worked at. I have learned a lot about craft beer and working with this staff has been amazing! We are like a little family!
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YOUR favorite day of the week to work? My favorite day to work at Skallywag is Sunday – industry night, when I get oneon-one time with a lot of my regulars and friends. Plus, it’s usually an interesting night. Top 3 drinks you recommend to customers at Skallywag: Always beer! Usually something local like Galactic – which is a top seller, or TBR. I also like recommending one of our house Bloody Marys made with our infused vodka. Do you have a Signature drink? Through the years I've been known for making a shot called The Venus Fly Trap – something I made up years ago while I was competing in flair. (Fly was my nickname). I'm also known for my Bloody Marys. I feel like I make them well because it's something I drink, and I'm pretty picky about them.
What’s the most amusing or weird question you have ever been asked by a customer? Most people ask about my tattoos and what they mean to me. Favorite thing about the Bay Area? I like being near water!
Where: 10943 Scarsdale Blvd. When: Everyday 4-8pm What: $2.50 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials.
Are there any new drinks you're excited about? I am always excited to try something new, especially good beer! I got the chance to try The Enchanted Rock peach vodka last week, and I really liked that!
What do you love about bartending? I love that while I've been a bartender I’ve met so many great people. Some have become very close friends and some even like family.
Where: 10943 Scarsdale Blvd. When: Everyday 4-8pm What: $2.50 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials.
What do you do when not at work? When I’m not at work, I'm usually at dance competitions with my daughter, reading, taking photographs, traveling and spending time with my family.
What motivates you? What has motivated me for many years now is my daughter Madi. It's important to me for her to see that hard work pays off. And that you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it and work hard for it!
South Shore Location
All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time, but prices and specials are subject to change.
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Texas Beer Enthusiast Local Craft Beer Guide • Part I Breweries • Tap Walls • Growler Fills & More The national, state and -- most importantly -- local craft beer scene is exploding. There are now more breweries in Galveston County than there was in the entire state less than 10 years ago when The SCENE first started listing and tracking them.
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But even faster than the growth of local breweries has been the extraordinary expansion of the draft beer selection available in local venues. Not too many years ago those whose palate had matured beyond the common macro (Big Three) offerings would be pleased to find a Shiner or Heineken on draft in your average restaurant. Obviously, the selection in pubs would be better, though the additional tap selections would primarily con- Stuttgarden Tavern on the Strand in Galveston recently expanded it’s draft selection to 50 rotating taps. tain imports (Bass, Stella Artois) along with a selection or two from Saint Arnold and maybe a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale out of California if one was Local Brewery lucky. I remember when the “area’s” secMap - Page 43 ond craft brewery Southern Star opened in Conroe back in 2007, I had to assist Galveston County SCENE advertisers in getting access to the beer to offer thier customers a second Texas craft beer option, which Cylinder Solution Services was a big deal at the time. Now We are the solution for all there are roughly 20 licensed your CYLINDER needs! breweries closer to this market We can REfill, REvalve & REtest than Southern Star which does your Oxygen, Helium, Acetylene, not seem so local anymore, Nitrogen, Argon & CO2 tanks. The Republic House in Pasadena has though they remain a personal one of the area’s best draft selections. Call CARLOS at favorite of mine along with Cylinder Solution Services Saint Arnold. But boy, have times -- and the selection -- changed! Office: 713-496-2561 Cell: 713-472-9368 - Continued on Page 44
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UPCOMING TEXAS CRAFT BEER FESTIVALS
Htown Beer Fest July 16, 2016 Jones Plaza (600 Louisiana St) Houston, TX
Brewmasters Festival September 2-4, 2016 Moody Gardens Galveston, TX
Woodlands Craft Beer & Music Festival June 24, 2016 Arts & Drafts Houston Town Green Park, Sept 17, 2016 Woodland, TX The Silo Houston, TX
Sparkling City On Tap July 30, 2016 American Bank Center, Corpus Christi, Texas
Untapped San Antonio Sept 17, 2016 The Lone Star Brewery San Antonio, TX
Texas Craft Brewers Festival September 24, 2016 Fiesta Gardens Austin, TX
Untapped Houston October 22, 2016 Discovery Green Star Houston, TX
Untapped Dallas November 12, 2016 Fair Park Dallas, TX
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Draws Internationally-Renowned Latin Artists By Sarah Piña An electric crowd of hundreds excitedly milled around Clear Lake’s premier rock venue on a warm Monday evening in June as they waited for the night’s act to begin. When Scout Bar was established in 2004, it quickly made a name for itself as a hub that drew in some of the music industry’s biggest names in the genre. As Los Pericos, the definitive reggaerock-ska band from Argentina hit the stage on June 27, however, it was further proof that in the past couple of years, this venue has also garnered recognition as a home in Houston for the world’s leading Latin acts. Despite having lost the coveted Copa América soccer title the day before to Chile, masses of those with Argentinean roots and those with childhood nostalgia of the band turned out in force, dancing, jumping, and singing every word to hits they had grown up with—songs that hooked and influenced even the most well-known local musicians on the Latin music scene in Houston as kids.
Live ’80s Friday, July 8 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
Van Wilks Band Fri., July 15 T-BONE TOM’S
“These guys are history. Growing up in Houston, they are one of the first reggae bands I heard in Spanish,” noted Nestor “El Tiburón” Aguilar, member of Los Skarnales, a fixture of the Texas music scene that has been around for over two decades with their own fusion of ska, reggae, cumbia, rockabilly, and punk.
Lauren Cohen Live Concert Photography
Indeed, Los Pericos hold many firsts and accomplishments for the reggae genre that have earned them international acclaim, and in turn have become highly influential for many. Though the six-member group – who began in the late 1980s as a group of friends covering reggae greats such as Toots and the Maytals, Bob Marley, and Peter Tosh – has changed greatly over the years, perhaps more notably so with the departure of their beloved original vocalist, “El Bahiano,” in 2004— they have maintained a strong fan base with their blend of ska, rock, and reggae that still brings them on international tours, playing to crowds of hundreds of thousands throughout South America and all over the world. Of their 16-plus albums to date – many of which have gone gold, triple, and quadruple platinum – the band also owns the distinct honors of being personally invited by Rita Marley, widow of Bob Marley, to record in his former studio in Kingston, Jamaica, as well as the only Latin American band invited to participate in a tribute to The Police. The reggae rock group also gained notoriety with North American audiences when renowned travel host, chef and writer Anthony Bourdain featured them on an episode of his then-show No Reservations.
Crobot Wednesday, July 27 SCOUT BAR
Electric Love Temple (Cult Tribute Band)
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FRI., JULY 1 MARK HESSLER SAT., JULY 2 JOSH WAGER
FRI., JULY 8 BRYAN SHAYNE SAT., JULY 9 SHAUN MICHAEL FRI., JULY 15 SNAFU SAT., JULY 16 JOSH WAGER
FRI., JULY 22 SUSAN HICKMAN SAT., JULY 23 MARK HESSLER
FRI., JULY 29 TONY ON FIRE SAT., JULY 30 SHAUN MICHAEL
FRI., AUG. 5 SHAUN MICHAEL SAT., AUG. 6 BRYAN SHAYNE
605 6TH STREET • KEMAH
PARROTS NEST PALAPA BAR AT NOAH’S ARK • BACLIFF
Your Island Paradise Just Minutes from Home!
THE LARGEST PALAPA BAR ON THE BAY! Upstairs Bar with Panoramic Bay View • 21 & Up Parrots Nest Hours: Mon.-Thurs.: 3pm-Late • Fri.-Sun. 10am-Late Parrots Nest Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. 3-6pm • 2-for-1 Appetizers
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT at 8 PM THURSDAY: Open Mic w/Micheal Stevens or Zach Tate • Palapa Bar FRIDAY: Karaoke with Jerry • Palapa Bar
Fri ....7/1 ........Main Stage ....................Shaun Michael Sat....7/1 ........Main Stage ..................Karaoke w/ Chris Sat....7/2 ........Palapa Bar .................Michael Stevens Fri ....7/8 ........Main Stage.................Wood N Wind Duo Sat....7/9 ........Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/9 ........Palapa Bar ...........Rick Lee & Nite Owls Fri ....7/15.......Main Stage ....................Shaun Michael Sat....7/16.......Main Stage ................4 Barrel Ramblers Sat....7/16.......Palapa Bar ......................Daze of Nite Sun ...7/17.......Palapa Bar ...............4 Barrel Ramblers Fri ....7/22.......Main Stage ....................Hour Glass Trio Sat....7/23.......Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/23.......Palapa Bar ....................Fuzzy Side Up Fri ....7/29.......Main Stage .....................Zach Tate Duo Sat....7/30.......Main Stage ...................Karaoke w/Chris Sat....7/30.......Palapa Bar .......................The Classix Fri ....8/5 ........Main Stage..........Jeff Lopez
4438 Boulevard, Bacliff
281-339-2895 www.NoahsArkBarAndGrill.com