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Local Music Spotlight: BEN REYNA By sarah Piña
“When we were kids, one year for Christmas I got a set of bongo drums from my parents, and my brother got a guitar. I tried to make those drums work, but in the end, the guitar was really meant for me,” Ben reyna recalled. “My brother really went at it at first, though, and was playing like a professional within a year. I didn’t really pick it up until much later.”
Sheila Marshall Band Sunday, Feb. 11 T-BONE TOM’S
Though this was the case, Kemah-based reyna – now a popular musician in his own right on the Bay Area music scene, who often makes appearances at T-Bone Tom’s in Kemah and railean Distillery & Buccaneer Bar in San Leon – began playing just for fun as such places such as the Hoagie ranch with the original “Kemah Bums,” where he would then meet Andy upchurch, first forming a group called Ocean Breeze and then later Andy and the Dreamsicles, a band still active today in the Bay Area. “We were really just these old guys living out a high school fantasy,” he laughed, “but it just evolved from there.” The band took off in popularity and was constantly booked in Clear Lake, though soon he would begin playing solo in an effort to balance work and life.
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Jonas Lorence Band @ T-bone Tom’s By sarah Piña
Thursday, February 15
Not quite Jimmy Buffett, and not quite Southern rock, the Jonas Lorence Band will bring their unique sound more commonly known at Trop-rock for the first time at T-Bone Tom’s on February 15. But what exactly is Trop-rock, or Texas Trop-rock for that matter?
“There’s still elements of the beach, and of the coastline, and even margaritas, too, but is definitely distinct in that there’s a definitive Southern, sometimes bluesy quality to it,” said Jonas Lorence, who formed his current band only last April with Matt Bongirno on drums and Tim Casterline on bass. Since then, the band has been constantly booked in the central Texas area and beyond. Lorence attributes this to not only the growing popularity of the genre, but the supporters of it.
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“The Trop-rock community, I quickly learned it is a huge network. The Parrotheads have lent such amazing support,” Lorence said.
Many may know Parrotheads as a term for those who are fans of Jimmy Buffett, but as Lorence pointed out, it has developed into something much bigger than fans of one artist. - Continued on Page 44
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Rev Up for the Return of Food Truck-A-Palooza Texas Classic rockin’ food Truck rally ii • february 24 Back in Black
WHO’S PLAYING
Back in Black, the top AC/DC tribute band in the land is back and shoots to thrill as the night’s headliner. One of the most in-demand acts for festivals and biker events all over the country, Cowboy will blow you away with the energy and look of a real Kid rock performance. Called “the most authentic Def Leppard Tribute in the world,” def leggend’s line up of veteran musicians will visit galveston County for the first time. Tribute band escape killed at the inaugural event and returns to play all your Journey favorites. And for those looking for something heavier, veteran rockers (together since 1988) Victim killed it at the first event and delivers the best and tightest hard rock and metal covers. Houston-area rockers edgebrook will give you your Alice In Chains, rush and The Cult fix. Promising lies is a young, Houston-based band whose playlist expands multiple genres with a mix of covers and originals.
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Something delicious rolls back our way this month. And it’s gonna be loud!
Texas Classic Rockin’ Food Truck Rally
When: february 24, 2018; 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Where: ................Galveston County fairgrounds Website/Tickets:..www.texasfoodtruckrally.com
If guitar licks and gourmet bites are two of your favorite things, then you won’t want to miss the return of the Texas Classic rockin’ Food Truck rally on Saturday, February 24 at the galveston County Fairgrounds. The inaugural edition in late 2016 was a huge success by any measuring stick — crowd size, band lineups, weather and food truck participation. And this year’s event projects to be even larger. Just imagine the pairings: AC/DC and appetizers. Kid rock and kimchi. Journey and jerk chicken. Def Leppard and dessert.
Thanks to a lineup of seven killer bands, you’ll have ample opportunity to mix and match classic tunes with top-notch, twist-alicious dishes. According to rally leaders Hugh Lazenberry, Mark Cole and Nikki Ameigh, the idea came while hanging out with the “BarWash Crue” of regulars and friends at Lazenberry’s landmark Hwy. 646 business, Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash and grill. “We put on concert events every weekend at Hugh & Jeff’s, so that gave us the confidence to put together something bigger,” Lazenberry said. And the success of the first attempt sure didn’t diminish that confidence. And the food trucks? “They’ve really caught on in Houston and spread to galveston. I’d never seen the two (tribute
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band concerts and food trucks) combined,” explained Cole.
It’s a win-win for rally attendees and food truck operators, Ameigh says. Attendees get to sample great food with their live music, while aspiring chefs can connect with new fans.
Team efforT: Lazenberry didn’t jump into this concept alone. Two of his “Crue” at the car wash started a brainstorming session. From there, Lazenberry, Cole and Ameigh formed HMN events to bring the idea to life. “Doc rock” Stephens of Piledrive Productions will manage the stage. shiner Beer is on board as the presenting sponsor. Manufacturer of new and renovated Food Trucks, Trailers, and Concession Stands, Chef units is the stage sponsor. Kids and THinGs: Thinking of bringing along your young classic rock fan? HMN events rates the rally as “kid friendly,” but make sure everyone is up to the challenge of a daylong rock festival. Kids 12 and under are free and amusement rides will be provided by Moonwalks and More. Other than that, all you’ll need is cash and maybe a blanket or lawn chairs if you plan on sitting down. There are no coolers allowed inside.
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Loose Notes Cold weather keeping you inside and wrecking your landscape? Not to worry! The good news is that the days are getting longer, Mardi gras and crawfish season lies ahead, and we’ve plenty of cozy warm hangouts here on the SCeNe. It was very good catching up with the many of you out there! glad your holiday season was what you needed and great hearing you’re getting through the 2017 carnage. We enjoyed some *really* fine live music in the month of January. Let’s run down some of what all that went down…
by Andy Eng
iT’s a neW Year - And a trip to Jackie’s Brickhouse for a Fab 5 show was in order. Things have changed over the years at the Brickhouse — Very noticeable was everybody enjoying dinner before the show munching on pizzas and baskets. The Fab 5 is amongst the finest Beatles Tribute band on the planet and this evening, they brought in Sound Master Michael Colby to treat the house with a studio crisp rock & roll show. In my opinion, the sound that night was better than what people heard at Shea Stadium. One thing that’s fun with this group is their rolling Stones set providing listeners what their ears need to hear. When’s the last time you partied to the rolling Stones? Well, that’s too long!
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JONAS LORENCE BAND: Continued from Page 48
“Their motto is ‘party with a purpose,’ and also do so much charity work as well. They even have chapters all over the nation, and those chapters are always in communication with one another. The music business is a tough, so it’s amazing to have so many people who want to promote you, to want to see you play in their town, and support you in every way they can,” he said.
And support Lorence and his band they have, especially after embracing his first side project which stemmed from work with a previous band and turned into his first album titled Peace Signs and Coast Lines in 2015. The Parrotheads even helped to name his second album, Back to Texas, based on the title song, and also pushed to have the band play more dates in the Bay Area – such as T-Bone Tom’s this month, as well as galveston, both ideal spots for a tiki breeze, palm-tree swaying, all-around fun band with a Southern blues/rock twist.
Lorence is no stranger to the area or T-Bone Tom’s, however – or the “peace signs and coast lines” water life he writes and sings about. Now based in Austin, Lorence is actually from the Clear Lake area himself, and true to tropical visions of waterside relaxation and fun, even his upbringing reflects how his music eventually developed.
“When I was 6, my parents got a boat in Florida and sailed us around the Florida Keys on down for a couple of years, even into the Bahamas,” he said. “When you’re young, you maybe don’t appreciate it as much…when you’re wanting friends nearby, for example. But we were able to stop at different islands and play with kids who were doing the same thing, and that was cool. I was home-schooled at that time – or, I guess you could say, boat-schooled,” he laughed. Now with a growing fan base, and the support of the Trop-rock community, the band is currently writing songs for an upcoming album to be released later this year. In the meantime, fans can hear their music on internet radio stations such as radio Trop rock and Tiki Man radio, and at upcoming shows in the Clear Lake area and beyond. “expect a lot of fun and audience participation, and I’ll just leave it at that!” Lorence said. “Bring the whole family for a great night!”
The Jonas Lorence band will play T-Bone Tom’s in Kemah beginning at 6 p.m. on February 15, and the following evening at Sharky’s Tavern in galveston. get ready for a great show infused with Texas coastline vibes, and when you go, make sure to tell them The SCeNe sent you!
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Where: 4650 E NASA Pkwy, Seabrook
When & What: Mon.-Fri. 3-7 pm & All Day Wednesday; All “Seductive 7” Cocktails $5, Dom. Bottles $2.50, Import Bottles $3.50 (Except Ballast Point), Under the Volcano Shots $4 + Select food discounts -------------------------
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: 2660 Marina Bay Dr. When/What: Monday through Friday 2 to 6pm $1.off frozen drinks, $1 off draft beer, $5 select nachos special ground beef, shredded chicken and spicy pork. Margarita Mondays see ad.
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any nicknames? Jess or Jessie
How long have you been a bartender, and how long have you been with scout Bar? I’ve been a bartender for just about eight years, and I just had my one-year anniversary with Scout. I have worked in hole in the wall bars, concert venues, biergartens, clubs and events. I have for sure had a lot of fun and hope to keep going.
What do you love about working at scout Bar? I love working at Scout Bar because I meet the coolest people in the industry, new bands, and I get to listen to really rad music. I learn new things every time I work. Combined, the years of experience that I get to learn Scout Bar: 18307 egret Bay Blvd. in Webster from is over 60 years of bartending and service industry, so I find bands are, and how Khris helps these new myself being very fortunate to work with a bands get the right footing and ground in this group of people that teach me new things, and very competitive and large music community. people who challenge me to further myself in more than just my skills behind the bar, but also do you have a signature drink? I don’t have a signature drink per se, but I do love making a in my personal life. drink called the “Blue Smurf” which combines What is your favorite night to work at peach, blue curaçao, pineapple, sweet & sour, scout Bar? I love working when the Spazmatics and a little apple; or my favorite shot, the White play, because I love ’80s music, and they always gummy Bear. sound amazing. However, I do enjoy listening to are you looking forward to Valentine's new bands. Punk Star Full Throttle, hosted by Khris Harding and Joey Henningsen on Wednes- day? I am looking forward to Valentine’s Day for the first time in years, because I have an day nights has amazing bands and talents on amazing lady that I love very much. stage that I have never heard of, but rock the walls! It’s amazing how talented some of these - Continued on Page 35
Where: 2481 Gulf Fwy, League City
When & What: Mon.-Fri. 36pm ask for details. Plus additional specials on Tuesdays with $3 dom. beers and $4 craft
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#5584, Friendswood (Food Court) When: Mon.-Thurs. 11am - 4pm What: $$2.50 Mimosas, $3.50 House Wine, $4.50 Frozen Margaritas, $6 Long Island & Shopaholics. Specialty Cocktails & Shots CeCe's Dream, Deja Vu, BeJuled, Buyer's Remorse, Sugar Daddy, Sugar Momma, Retail Therapy.
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Where: 1300 E. Broadway St., Pearland (This location only) What: $2.75 Dom. Bottles, $5 Croc-a-Ritas, $4 House Wines, $4.50 Bloody Marys, $3.75 Wells, Select; $5 Appetizers -------------------------
Houston Location
Where: 10943 Scarsdale Blvd. When: Every day 4-8pm What: $2.50 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials.
Where: 4438 Boulevard What & When: All Day Mon.Thurs.: $3 Wells, 50¢ off Calls, 75¢ off Premiums; Sat. 7am4pm & Sun. All Day: $3 Bloody Marys, Mimosas or Screwdrivers; Mon.-Thurs.:1/2-Price Well Drinks While Raining at Noah’s! Parrots Nest Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. 3-6 p.m. 2-for-1 Appetizers. ------------------------
South Shore Location
Where: 3202 Marina Bay Dr. F When: Every day 4-8pm What: $2.75 Domestic Beer & Well Drinks. $3 Wines. Fireball always $4. Ask about daily specials. --------------------------
Where: 600 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon-Fri, Noon to 7pm What: $5 Premium Wells, $3 Longnecks, $4 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. House Ritas $2.50 all day Wednesday
Where: 605A 6th Street, Kemah When: Mon.-Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $5 Premium Wells $5 House Wine By The Glass $4.50 All Crafts (13 taps) ------------------------
Where: 6555 South Shore Blvd. When: Mon.-Fri. 11am - 7pm & Sat. 11am - 6 pm What: Drink Specials ------------------------
Where: 2511 NASA Parkway Seabrook. When: Weekdays 4 to 9pm; Weekends 3 to 7pm What: Discounts on domestics, imports, craft beers, select specialty drinks and appetizers
Where: 310 Texas Ave, Kemah When/What: 50 cents off any drink until 6pm -----------------------Where: 2800 Marina Bay Drive When: Daily, 11am to 8pm What: $3 Wine & $3 Draft Beer ----------------
Where: 2613-1/2 Nasa Pkwy, Seabrook When/What: Happy Hour: Mon.-Thurs. 3-7pm: $3 Dom. Beers & Well Drinks; Fri. 3-7pm $3 Dom. Beers & Well Drinks, $4 Ballast Point Bottles, $4 Live Oak Cans; Sat. & Sun. 11am7pm $3 Mimosas, $3 Screwdrivers, $5 House Bloody Marys, $7 Premium Bloody Marys, $5 Micheladas
Reverse Happy Hour: Fri. 11pm2am: $3 Fireball, $3 Green Tea, $4 Mind Erasers, $4 Liquid Marijuana, $4 Abita Bottles; Sat. 11pm2am: $3 Woo Woos & Flavored Vodkas, $4 Red Snappers, Water Moccasins & Revolver Bottles ------------------------
Where: 2471 Gulf Freeway League City (Pinnacle Point) When: Mon.-Fri. 5 to 7pm What: $2 All Beers & Wine
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Where: 20801 Gulf Frwy, Webster When & What: 4-8 p.m. Monday – Saturday and when it rains. Select craft cocktails for $5 & $7 including Old Fashioned, Moscow Mule, Bees Knees, Ramos Gin Fizz, Dark N Stormy, Champagne Cocktail, Tippling Mule, French 75, Mint Julep & many more. -------------------------
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, $3.50 Fireballs ------------------------
Where: 3505 Highway 146, Bacliff When: All Day Monday; Tues. - Fri. noon til 7 pm. What: $14 Dom Buckets, $3 Wine, $3.50 Well Drinks, $4 Fireball -----------------------Where: 4624 Nasa Rd 1, Seabrook When: 11am - 7pm, Everyday What: Margarita and Draft Beer ------------------------
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A Political Action Committee was recently formed aimed at protecting the rights of Texas breweries and championing for constructive, common sense legislative reforms.
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CraftPAC was established by the Texas Craft Brewers Guild in late January to raise funds that will be used to support various political initiatives designed to improve job growth and the economic impact of the Texas brewing industry.
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It’s a testament to the quality of Texas craft beer, the pioneering spirit of Texas brewers, and the passion and thirst of Texans that there are currently more than 200 craft breweries operating in Texas. However, the state only ranks 46th out Top States for Campaign of 50 nationwide in number of breweries per capita. There’s Contributions plenty of room for craft beer to grow in Texas, but many argue that archaic, anti-competitive beer laws hold the from Alcohol state back and have had a chilling effect on the industry’s Wholesalers growth. Texas was already considered to be at the top of (2006-2016) the list of states with the most restrictive beer laws, before it got worse last year. In a twist that blind sided the Texas craft brewing industry, House Bill 3287 requiring certain breweries to pay distributors a fee for any beer sold in a brewery’s taproom was fast tracked and passed despite opposition from the Guild and consumers who voiced their opinion via signed petition. It was a devastating setback for the industry and growth potential in Texas. “The wholesale lobby has exerted massive influence in the state legislature by contributing tens of millions of dollars to elected officials,” CraftPAC Board Chair and Austin Beerworks Co-Founder Adam DeBower said. “If the Texas craft brewing industry is ever going to achieve its full potential, it has to play on the same field as the wholesalers. CraftPAC provides an opportunity for Texas craft brewers and beer consumers to vote not just with their dollars out in the marketplace, but also in the halls of the state Capitol.”
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THE LIST: Houston Area Breweries
8th Wonder Brewery 2202 Dallas St,. Houston, TX 77003
Moontower Inn 3004 Canal St, Houston, TX 77003
NEW Sigma Brewing Co. 3118 Harrisburg Blvd Houston, TX 77003
Buffalo Bayou Brewing 5301 Nolda St. Houston, TX 77007
Phoenix on Westheimer 1915 Westheimer Rd. Houston, TX 77098
Whole Foods Market Brewing 1700 Post Oak Blvd. Houston, TX 77056
Karbach Brewing 2032 Karbach Street Houston, TX 77092
City Acre Brewing 3418 Topping St Houston, TX 77093
Texian Brewing 1125 FM 359 Richmond, Texas 77406
Running Walker Beer 3421 FM 359 Richmond, Texas
Brash Brewing 10 W Crosstimbers Rd, Houston, TX 77018
NEW Under The Radar Brewery 1506 Truxillo St. Houston, TX 77004
Saint Arnold Brewing 2000 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020
NEW Platypus Brewing 1992 Washington Ave. Houston, TX 77007
Holler Brewing Company NEW 2206 Edwards St. Houston, TX 77007
Eureka Heights Brewing NEW 941 W 18th Street Houston, TX 77008
Huff Brewing Co. 9807 Koehn Rd. Bellville, TX 77418 Lone Pint 507 Commerce Street Magnolia, TX 77355
Back Pew Brewing 26452 Sorters-McLellan Rd Porter, TX Southern Star Brewing 1207 N FM 3083 Conroe, TX 77303
11 Below Brewing 6820 Bourgeois Rd Houston, TX
Copperhead Brewery 822 N Frazier St Conroe, TX 77304
Cycler's Brewing 17105 Osburn Rd Montgomery, TX 77356
No Label Brewing 5351-A 1st Street Katy, TX 77493 SpindleTap Brewery 10622 Hirsch Rd Houston, TX 77016
Town in City Brewing 1125 West Cavalcade Houston, TX 77009
NEW Texas Leaguer Brewing Company 13503 Pike Rd. Missouri City, TX 77489
B52 Brewing 12470 Milroy Ln, Conroe, TX 77304
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Brazos Valley Brewing 201 W. First St. Brenham, Texas 77833 New Republic Brewing 11405 N. Dowling Rd., College Station, TX 77845
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Hail To THe KinG!!! - We’ve got a fun Mardi gras Krewe here on the the lake, and this year, totally delighted with this season’s King, Barry Terrell. Over the years, I’ve tried to talk Barry into being our Mayor or governor, all to no avail… So we did the next best thing, and made him our King of the Krewe du Lac. Pretty cool, yes? Over the decade, since I’ve wandered onto the SCeNe, King Terrell and his people are all about outrageous service, fine foods, and supporting live music. Barry’s Court is abundant with grace and beauty with Queen Patricia eng, along with Duchesses Doris, Scarlett, Carolyn and Barbara! A good time was had by all and an attendants court. The Kemah Mardi gras parade will be February 3 at 10:30 am. If you know someone that has a golf cart, motorcycle, convertible, classic car or Jeep, invite them to be in our parade!
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FEATURED BARTENDER: From Page 43
are you excited for this year’s Houston livestock show and rodeo? I am looking forward to the HLSr! I have been a few times since I moved to Houston 5 years ago, and I look forward to the rascal Flatts show, and, of course, the carnival!
What do you do when not at work? I work a lot, so I don’t get much time to enjoy fun things—but I do enjoy spending time with my family and friends, discovering new foods, and meeting new people.
What’s the most rewarding part of your job? For me, it’s when you make new regulars. When you serve a group of people, and the next show or week they come back and look for you to be there, and only want to be served by you...that’s a great feeling to me. It lets me know that I am giving the best service, and that they are having as much fun as I am. 5 words that describe you: Sassy, sometimes funny, little, hard-working, and simple.
favorite thing about the Bay area? Having lived up the east coast and europe, I must say that my favorite thing about the Bay Area is that everything is so close. I love that you can drive 20 miles north, west, east, and south and get completely different scenery. I also love the community that surrounds the Bay Area— it’s relaxed and chill, and not too crowded but not too slow. Best tip you ever got: The best tip I ever got cash-wise was around $600, but advice-wise I would have to say... “If you start dreading the job and where you work, it’s time to find something else, because you can only be good at something that you love.”
Who inspires you? -- or -- What motivates you? My motivation? I laugh when people ask me why I bartend, because in return I ask them why they do their jobs and each time it’s the same answer: “because of the bills that come every month and because of the benefits.” So my motivation is simple: I want to provide for my family, but I also love working with people that you don’t have to be fake around. There is no judgement, and that’s why I love this industry.
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loCal TalenT - This year more than others, I’ve been paying attention to our hometown baseball team’s off season trades with an eye to what will be our excitement months down the road. Likewise, I enjoy keeping an eye on the open mic and songwriters events in the area and sure enough, they’re bearing fruit in this musically fertile coastal neighborhood. I dropped into the Cock-eyed Seagull and caught the duet of randy Wade (Slave the Verb) and AJ Harrick rising from the open mic scene into full up gigs around the area. Over the years, we’ve had many good minstrels pass through the area, get on their chops, and follow their fortunes where the fates would leave them (thanks to the live music friendly places that have hosted). randy is the bus driver these days, and if you’ve got music in you, the one to follow. During the break, I got a chance to catch up with Coach Fenton and got the scoop that Danny D will be rejoining Hourglass for a few gigs in 2018 -- that’s a treat worth checking out. Also in the upcoming months, I’m looking forward to catching up singer songwriter talent with Dave Schwope & company at International Bistro, what Deb has happening at Mainly Drinks, and the lineup at Preamble. See you out there! To be continued...
Home for THe HolidaYs - And that would be Marc Borde with That Captain at Stuttgarden Kemah. In a roundabout way, I understand they were booked inside the loop and had to reschedule to Stuttgarden in Kemah, and thanks to the weather, roosted the evening here in Kemah for the last minute booking. Our win! Despite getting yingyangged across the town, their people showed up en masse and the party was classic. One thing I noticed is how the band has grown, leaving behind the Fishman acoustic amps and bringing out what looked to be Fender tube amps for a sonic experience commensurate to these guys enjoyment of creating sound. Missing was the outdoor music festival, we often think of with this group - an indoor barn burner was just as good. - Continued on Page 33
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Tour sToP Clear laKe - And in January, King’s X was the ticket. Scout Bar was “packed” with the audience filling both rooms nicely. The age and
makeup of the all age audience was diverse and the floor standing room packed with King’s X fans spanning the decades. Often described as the heavy metal version of the Beetles, the vocals were clearly dialed up and dialed in clear over what easily could’ve been mind shattering instrumental rock. On several passages, the band to the volume to pppp and with utmost respect, there were times you could hear a pin drop. The rest of the show, the entire house would sing and rock along. Those toward the front got a great up close and personal view of Jerry, Ty and dug (kit, guitar & bass - all vocalists) and those with the sharp eye likely noticed dug sporting a 12 string bass. When’s the last time you’ve heard one of those? Their setlist was pretty much there entire youTube library of favorites in the intimate Scout Bar setting.
moToWn in THe liGHTHouse disTriCT - Walking into T-Bone Tom’s from the parking was a distinctive bass groove filled the air. Winter had been in the area completely shutting down Houston highways earlier in the week, but things were cooking under the T-Bone’s heated palapa. The second wave of dinner crowd was settling in when we arrived and The Network Sound Band was on the stage. I’d never seen these cats play before and trusting the instincts of my music truth tellers, the dancers of all ages, this band was the real McCoy playing enjoyable sets of Pop, rock, r&B, Soul and Jazz. - Continued on Page 30
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“About a 10 to 11 years ago, I started playing solo, really because it offered more flexibility around my career as an engineer. It also was the beginning of writing many of my own original songs, which are based on experiences that actually happened to me,” reyna said. Songs such as “Ben and the King,” (based on an epic struggle between his sailboat and a huge kingfish) are exemplary of just this. This and other fan favorites like “Soggy Britches” and the title track “Matamoros Highway” are also now part of his album Matamoros Highway (2017), described as Texas roots Beach Music, though reyna notes his style can’t be easily pegged in one genre. “I always say I play Texas music. Though some of my songs might be seen as Trop-rock and Jimmy Buffet-like, this is only a small part of it. Besides my original songs, I play a lot of Texas singer-songwriters, ’60s rock, and country,” he said, noting that he tailors each show to the audience, and is always a fun, family-friendly party.
“These are songs everyone can enjoy, from 1 to 100. The songs are so classic, that when kids hear them, it doesn’t matter if they have heard them or not. When they hear something that makes them dance, they just do, and I love it. They will get out there and dance, and then eventually the parents do as well,” reyna said. “It’s just a big, fun party!”
The party isn’t limited to a man and his guitar, however. reyna plays a 12-string guitar, but also adds in harmonica and harmonies for a bigger sound. “People aren’t used to seeing that much sound coming from one person. This definitely isn’t a sound of a guy on a guitar in the living room!” he said. And it’s this experience of the music itself with the audience through sing-alongs and dance which is the most fun for reyna, and truly reciprocal.
“It’s the love that goes back and forth, in the end. I just love it,” he said.
reyna and his 12-string, one-man show, which routinely packs dance floors with his unique mashups of “La Bamba” and “Twist and Shout” will perform next at T-Bone Tom’s on February 13 from 6 to 9 p.m in a family friendly atmosphere. Then on March 3, reyna will provide the entertainment for the Pirate-themed party at railean Distillery’s Pirate guild Night from 6 to 9 p.m. (Pirate costumes encouraged! Note: It’s 21 and up on distillery property.) Make plans head out for a fun live show with Ben reyna – and when you go, make sure to tell them The SCeNe sent you!
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leT iT ride - Last year, I went 12-0 at Katie’s in Bacliff picking shows with artists I had not covered and scored great shows with Katie’s house of regulars. In January, I shifted to the Friday night show and caught The Dylan Bishop Band from ATX. California spurning blues, rockabilly foot stomping blues, Memphis B.B. King blues, hard-core Chicago city blues — this band played it all. Listening to this ATX lineup, they had a stretch where clearly, the road trip effects lingered as they found their groove and did they deliver. Dylan was interesting playing what I believe was a Clapton Strat straight into a Deluxe Super reverb with not an effect pedal in the chain, cranking out the widest variety of classic tones — the sound that grabs people by the jugular.
Interesting was how Dylan, throughout the evening, strummed exclusively on top of the bridge pickup and actually deployed a capo for a brighter sound. I’m sure this streak I’m on will wrap up giving me the chance to start again, but in the meantime, head out with your group to Katie’s, and on any night, you’ll likely score yourself a danday. Cheers!
iT’s a WraP - January was a shortened month with the holiday, a weather, and that wretched flu bug going around. Nonetheless, we were able to make some superb stops out and about on the SCeNe. It was great getting to touch base with you and catch up on all the good things happening. Heads up people! Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re blessed to have that certain someone in your life, let them know you appreciate them. Better yet, grab you a copy of the SCeNe, and check out all that’s happening. you can’t go wrong! See you out there!
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Curley Tayor & Zydeco Trouble Coming to Mardi Gras on Main in La Porte • February 17
Curley Taylor and zydeco Trouble will be kicking-off the party at the 4th Annual Mardi gras on Main in La Porte. All the way from Louisiana, Curley Taylor and zydeco Trouble has played major festivals including rhythm and roots in Ninigret, rI, the Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland, Or, and Jazz Fest in New Orleans. His music is true to its roots in zydeco and Blues, but contemporary enough to appeal to all music lovers. Make sure to get your seats early – they will be taking the stage at 4 p.m. La Porte local, and owner of Brigadoon Brewery, Alan Ward, is again organizing a Mardi gras Craft Beer garden that will feature local brewers for guests to sample. Always the talk of Mardi gras, this year promises to be bigger and better. VIP passes to the Craft Beer garden area limited, so purchase yours today!
There are several new additions to this year’s event including the March to Mardi gras umbrella Parade. grab your umbrellas, glue guns, and accessories and get to decorating. This will be the biggest Second Line La Porte has ever seen. They will be giving away prizes for the best themed umbrella groups. Let your creativity go! And we can’t forget to mention the first Mardi gras games! grab your friends and co-workers and create a team to compete in giant (not)beer pong, trike race, toilet seat toss, king cake eating contest, and 1K beer run. you know you want to play, so nominate a team captain and “laissez les bon temps rouler.” Still not convinced? There will be Free entertainment for the kids including inflatable slides, face painting, balloonists, a Kid’s Craft zone, and more. yep, family fun is covered! For more information, visit visitlaportetx.com/mardigras. When: Saturday February 17, 2018 from 4 PM – 9 PM
Where: Main Street in La Porte
To Find Out More: www.visitlaportetx.com/mardigras Vendor opportunities are available.
LYC to Host Two US Sailing Association Race Management Seminars in February
Lakewood yacht Club (LyC) will host two united States Sailing Association race Management Seminars in February 2018. These seminars are open to members of u.S. Sailing. Non-u.S. Sailing members may join u.S. Sailing prior to enrolling in these courses and receive a one-time $10 discount on their membership fee.
J/105 Invitational March 16-18 • Galv. Bay
The principal instructor for the seminar is Hank Stuart. Hank is a u.S. Sailing National race Officer and Chairman of the race Administration Committee at u.S. Sailing.
LYC Shoe Regatta May 19-20 • Galv. Bay
The cost for each seminar is $70 for u.S. Sailing members ($115 for non-members), and includes lunch and course materials.
The one-day Basic race management seminar will be held on february 10th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at lYC.
Bay Cup I March 3 • Galveston Bay
Hank Stuart, U.S. Sailing National Race Officer and Chairman of the Race Administration Committee at U.S. Sailing
This seminar is for people who have some race Committee (rC) experience, but newcomers are also welcome. Topics include rC objectives and responsibilities, regatta safety, writing sailing instructions, rC jobs, equipment, setting the course, starting system, starting penalties, before the start, during the race, finishing and scoring.
Bay Cup II August 4 • Galveston Bay
LAKEWOOD YACHT CLUB 281-474-2511
The two-day advanced race management seminar will be held on february 17 and 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at lYC.
This seminar is for experienced race officers to refresh and increase their knowledge of such topics as organizing an event, regatta safety, writing the notice of race and sailing instructions, rC equipment, race committee preparations, setting the starting line, setting the course, starting, finishing and scoring. To register for this course, visit the regattas section of the LyC website at www.lakewoodyachtclub.com. The link is on the right. Once you click the registration link, search for the seminar at LyC. Advance registration is strongly encouraged, and the number of participants may be limited.
For further information, contact the LyC race Committee Chairman, Bob Hunkins at rdhunkins@verizon.net or 281-216-4082.
HYC Mid-Winter Regatta Feb. 24-25 • Galveston Bay HYC Spring Series March 10-11 • Galv. Bay
J-22 Mid-Winter Champs March 16-18 • Galv. Bay Reggae Regatta April 7 • Galv. Bay
HOUSTON YACHT CLUB 281-471-1255
Cruzan Rum Icicle Races #5 Feb. 17 • Galveston Bay GBCA Commodore’s Ball Feb. 3 • Opus Ocean Grill
Wednesday Night Sailboat Races on Clear Lake starts in April with seminars in February and March
Performance Cup March 10-11 • Galv. Bay GBCA Conundrum April 21 • Galv. Bay
GALVESTON BAY CRUISING ASSOCIATION
FLY IN FOR STORY TIME LANDS AT LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM Wind flyers is next Book to Take off
The Lone Start Flight Museum, recently relocated from galveston to ellington Field, has a larger museum and display area, with over 40 historically significant aircrafts and hundreds of artifacts related to the history of flight. A new addition is the Museum’s Flight Academy gallery for special events and education. ‘Fly In for Story Time’ is a new feature, spot-lighting an aviationthemed book. This month’s story time will be on February 3 and 7 at 11 a.m. and is recommended for “future” pilots, ages 5 - 9. Story time will be continued the first Wednesday and Saturday of every month in the Museum’s Flight Academy gallery. The reading will be followed by an interactive activity. Saturday, February 3, children 3 and under are free and Wednesday, February 7, children 11 and under are free. The series continues with Wind Flyers by Angela Johnson and illustrated by Loren Long. Three-time Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Angela Johnson and New york Times best-selling illustrator Loren Long invite readers to ponder a band of under-celebrated World War II heroes, the Tuskegee Airmen. With fleeting prose and extraordinary imagery, this book by the masterful author artist duo reveals how a boy's love of flight takes him on a journey from the dusty dirt roads of Alabama to the war-torn skies of europe, and into the hearts of those who are only now beginning to understand the part these brave souls played in the history of America.
Katie Jackman, V.P. of Marketing, Sales and Communications stated, “‘Fly in for Story Time’ is the perfect way to introduce our younger visitors to the basic principles of flight and aviation history. We have the added bonus of hosting the event in our Flight Academy, so that kids and families can experience our hands-on exhibits and get up close to ideas presented in the books.” The Lone Star Flight Museum has a very special area, the Aviation Hall of Fame, and children can enhance this story time by visiting the Tuskegee Airmen World War II pilots exhibit. These pilots paved the way for the integration of the u.S. Military and some of these heroes were at the recent Wings Over Houston Airshow at the Legends Autograph Tent.
For more information on this non-profit organization and their programs, log on to www.lonestarflight.org, visit every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 11551 Aerospace Avenue, ellington Field, 77034 or call 346-708-2512. Buckle up for fun in February at the Lone Star Flight Museum. - domino Taylor
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BAHB&T presents Raising the Barre
The final production of the 2017-2018 Season for Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre will be performed March 2 through 4 at the university of Houston Clear Lake. It will consist of two acts. Switching gears from their full-length ballets, BAHBT continues to “raise the Barre” with a mixed rep production. Scratch the narratives, the characters, and the happy or not so happy endings and indulge in these highly satisfying bite-sized pieces of choreography. Breathing new life into an old art form, ranging from classical to contemporary works, this mixed rep will surely “raise the Barre.” Two of the four pieces in the First Act will showcase the works of Mr. Ayman Harper (one of our most esteemed alumni) and Mr. Dominic Walsh. The second act will be a divertissement of Don Quixote. It is a fun, vibrant ballet that will be a premier production for Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased on the BAHBT website (www.bahbt.org). Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 2 and Saturday, March 3, with a matinee on Sunday, March 4 at 2 p.m. A pre-performance reception on Friday evening will include the unveiling of the 2018-2019 BAHBT Season. For more information, call the BAHBT office at 281 480-1617. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - learning about it. If I am not learning about it, I am judging it. If I ART DIVINE: Continued from Page 20 am not judging it, I am producing it.” He concluded, “I am Williams stated, "I have been blessed that my job compliments blessed with my talent and fortunate to have a wife who allows my talents. If I am not producing art, I am promoting it. If I am me to pursue my talent and follow my dreams.” not promoting it, I am teaching it. If I am not teaching it, I am Williams currently resides in League City. To view additional works of art and his extensive resume with many impressive awards visit www.artistrichardwilliams.com. Several pieces are also on display at upper Bay gallery. Williams’ next solo show will occur in March at MOD Coffeehouse in galveston.
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league City Historical society West Bay Common museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281-554-2994, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, oneroomschoolhouse.org
league City Historical society West Bay Common museum: Open Monday to Friday. Call for group reservations, 281-554-2994, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, oneroomschoolhouse.org
lone star flight museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11551 Aerospace Avenue, ellington Field, 409-740-7722, LSFM.org. eVeNT: Feb. 3, 11 a.m. & Feb. 7, 11 a.m. Fly In for Story Time, Wind Flyers Series, by award-winning author Angela Johnson, reading and interactivity
moody Gardens: 24-hour animal webcam and other exhibits, galveston, Moody gardens, 800-582-4673, moodygardens.com,
ocean star: Offshore Drilling Museum and education Center, Open Daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Pier 19 at Harborside Dr. & 20th St., galveston, 409-766-7829, OceanStarOeC.com
san Jacinto monument & museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., La Porte, 281-479-2421, sanjacinto-museum.org
space Center of Houston, Current exhibit: Destination Moon exhibit through March 18, 2018, 1601 NASA Parkway, Nassau Bay, 281-224-2100, spacecenter.org
Texas City museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., Texas City, 409-643-5799, texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm
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feb. 3: La Porte Main Street Free and family friendly, 208 W. Main Historic Downtown, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., La Porte, for vendors and artists, visitlaportetx.com/mainstreetradedays. feb. 3: Krewe du Lac and City of Kemah Annual Mardi gras Parade, 10:30 a.m., Kemah entertainment District, Kemah, 77565
MUSIC
feb. 17: Bay Area Bluegrass Association Show, 6 p.m., Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, bayareabluegrass.org
p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m.,Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281337- SHOW(7469), harbourtheater.com
feb. 11 & 12: Auditions for Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike. 11th: 3 p.m., 12th: 7p.m., Pearland Theatre guild, 14803 Park Almeda Dr., Houston, pearltheatre.com feb. 23 – march 11: Neil Simon’s Laughter on the 23rd Floor, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Clear Creek Community Theatre, 18091 upper Bay rd., Nassau Bay, 281335-5228,
feb. 2: BAHBT Junior Patrons Valentine Dance, 6 – 9 p.m., 2350 Dickinson Ave. Suite D, Dickinson, bahbt.org
feb. 17: Parsons Dance, 8 p.m. The grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, thegrand.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
feb. 13: Bay Area Photo Club, 7 p.m., Honors Night, Bay Area unitarian universalist Church, 17503 el Camino real, 77058, president@bayareaphotoclub.org, www.bayareaphotoclub.org
THEATRE
feb. 1 - 11: Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen geneo rd., Pasadena, 713-540-9489, pasadenalittletheatre.org feb 2 – 25: Hotbed Hotel, Fri. & Sat. 8
la Porte library: Tuesday Story Time, 10:15 a.m., followed by Baby Time 11 a.m., 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 281-4714022, hcpl.net
rosenberg library: Story times are offered every Wednesday at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. for children 6 and under and their caregivers, 2310 Sealy Street, galveston, 409763-8854 ex. 135, rosenberg-library.org
MUSEUMS
1940 air Terminal museum: Hobby Airport, 713-4541940, 1940airterminal.org.
feb. 24: yumato – The Drummers of Japan, 8 p.m., The grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, thegrand.com
DANCE
tiques roundtable 1st Monday of the Month 1 p.m., Computer Classes Wednesday 10 a.m., Book Discussion Club 3rd Monday of the Month 7 p.m., Local Authors Hour 2nd Thursday of the Month 10:15 a.m., 100 W. Walker, League City, hcpl.net
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library story Times
evelyn meador library (Pre-K): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Wednesday morning & computer classes forming, 281474-9142, 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, 281-4881906, www.hcpl.net 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; An-
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, call for reservations, 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281474-2551, abnc.org
Battleship Texas, state Historic site: 3255 Highway 134, La Porte, 281-4792431, tpwd.texas.gov
Bay area museum: Lunar rendezvous exhibit and Space memorabilia, Open Tuesday – Sunday, Clear Lake Park, 5000 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, 281-326-5960, lunarrendevous.org.
Butler longhorn museum: 1220 Coryell, League City, 281-332-1393 butlerlonghornmuseum.com Galveston railroad museum: Train rides every Saturday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2602 Santa Fe, galveston, 409-765-5700, galvestonmuseum.com.
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featured artist: RICHARD WILLIAMS
By Kelley dawson A horse often represents freedom or strength. Local artist, richard Williams’ paintings seem to incorporate both. His watercolor titled ‘Life’s Journey’ depicts Williams on his life journey as the character of a horse.
“Much like Picasso who took on the character of a minotaur, I was drawn to a horse. It became me, and I became it,” revealed Williams.
Horses appear in several of Williams’ brilliantly colored works; each powerful and stunning. He explained, “As art historians, we deal with experiences and people we are drawn to record at that time.” He shared growing up Catholic he was influenced by artifacts. Williams’ father was in the Air Force, and his family traveled often bringing additional inspirations.
Williams said, “Michelangelo was a hero of mine because of strong religious iconography and Christian symbolism in art.” Williams’ paintings and sculptures include symbols in both Christianity and mythology. He added, “Some are straight forward and others a mixture.” Williams told at a very early age he recognized he was a visual learner and still is today. He declared “Art is a visual communication diary for an artist.”
Williams paints with watercolor and acrylic on canvases he builds himself. His paintings captivate with offbeat color palettes. The unique combination of brush strokes absorbs the viewer into the painting’s depths and textures. Williams’ inspiring subjects and divine themes are thought-provoking. His works linger on the mind’s eye like the bright flash of a camera. Williams also creates remarkable sculptures with resin, limestone and alabaster, often mixed with found objects such as antlers and wood. As for his style; “I’m all over the place,” disclosed Williams. “Teaching art for so long, I want to experience what my students are learning. I consider myself more of an artist using different techniques and styles; not one focus,” Williams expressed.
Besides being a prolific artist; Williams is a profound art instructor and educator. He has been teaching for over 40 years. He taught at two local Clear Creek ISD high schools and is currently an instructor at the Alfred C. glassell Jr. Museum School of Art. Williams enjoys seeing students grow from their spark, and then really master their craft.
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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. BARge 295 8. Cabo 9. Pier 8 Seafood 10. Outriggers
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Visit the Mobile-Friendly Waterfront Dining Guide at www.theSCENEmagazine.com
Tuesday, Feb. 20
Plans anounced to build GULF COAST PUBLIC MARKET in city of Dickinson
Dickinson was ground zero for the devastating impacts of Hurricane Harvey. As part of the recovery efforts, and in an effort to revitalize the region, the Dickinson economic Development Corporation (DeDC) recently announced creation of the “gulf Coast Public Market” in the heart of Dickinson. The gulf Coast Public Market will harness the entrepreneurial spirit of Texan residents by creating scores of new private businesses focused on the sale of fresh and prepared foods, as well as, Texan arts and crafts. The Market project will also provide a unique venue for local “Texan” and ethnic eating experiences and nightly and weekly entertainment. The Market will be tied to the Bayou by a meandering landscaped path adjoined by exciting amenities attractive to children, teens and families. In addition to approximately 40,000 square feet of new retail space, the Market will include a variety of new public amenities such as a water park, entertainment plaza, basketball court, and a redeveloped public access to the Dickinson Bayou. “This Project of the economic Development Corporation and the City of Dickinson has been in the planning and development stage for over two years,” explained Angela Forbes, Director of economic Development.
Vinyl Draught 28 - The Beatles will be held at Preamble Lounge and Craft House (20801 Gulf Freeway, Webster, Texas 77598) onTuesday, Feb. 20 from 7-9pm. Vinyl Draught is an upscale business networking event, without the pressure of selling or being sold to. Come out and enjoy some great Music and Draught Beer. Hope to see you there, Bertrand McHenry and Doug Meisinger
“Hurricane Harvey was responsible for the overwhelming destruction of homes and businesses in Dickinson and galveston County,” added Dr. Darrell Carney, President of DeDC Board of Directors. “The Public Market will help revitalize and invigorate this region by providing new vibrant public spaces, shopping venues and significant economic opportunities for area residents.” Market is expected to generate millions of dollars in new state and local tax revenues to help rebuild the Dickinson and the surrounding region.
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Epicurean Evening at Space Center Houston moved to April 3rd The annual epicurean evening at Space Center Houston has moved to Tuesday, April 3 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. restaurants: Don’t miss your opportunity to showcase your specialties to over 2,000 people in one evening. Participant booths are almost sold out, contact the Clear Lake Area Chamber today at 281-488-7676 or shari@clearlakearea.com.
Ticket holders will be delighted by tantalizing food samples from more than 40 area food establishments and entertained by a variety of musical treats like mariachi bands and vocalists. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door; children’s tickets are $10. each adult ticket includes food, two beer/wine coupons, parking and some Space Center Houston exhibits. Discount tickets are available for groups of ten or more. Purchase tickets at www.clearlakearea.com. To get a head start some guests purchase an “early entry Wristband” for $50. enjoy the delicious food and beverages 45 minutes before the doors open to the crowds. Two beer/wine coupons are included with the wristband. Major sponsors include ron Carter Clear Lake Cadillac Hyundai genesis, Space Center Houston, The SCeNe Magazine, City of Nassau Bay, The Pet Palace and Martha Turner Sotheby's International realty. For more information call the Chamber at 281-488-7676 or go to ww.clearlakearea.com.
MARIO’S SEABROOK GET AN EXTENSION
Mario’s Flying Pizza in Webster was granted a later extension from their move from Hwy. 146 to NASA Parkway. (They had previously been given a January 31 move deadline). So, if you haven’t been to this longtime Seabrook favorite, be sure to vist the original location, before they relocate.
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FUZZY'S ADDS A SPLASH TO SUNDAY BRUNCH
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop serves breakfast all day every day, but now on Sundays, they’ve added a splash! Introducing Brunch Specials on Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. enjoy $12 Mimosa Carafes, $1 off Hail Marys, $1 off Chilaquiles and Migas and $4 breakfast shots.
aquarium restaurant (Kemah): romance under the Sea Valentine’s Day Special (February 14) Sweetheart Package ($99.99 per couple) includes three-course meal for two people. Couples will have a romantic evening surrounded by the wonders of the ocean at this waterfront restaurant located on the Kemah Boardwalk. After dinner, couples can dance to live music in the plaza, stroll along the boardwalk underneath the moonlight or enjoy a Free train ride. (restaurant receipt is required at the ticket booth for free train ride). reservations required (281-334-9010).
russo’s nY Pizzeria (league City): Featuring happy hour all day for Valentine’s Day with wine and beer specials and a special three-course meal for two, including: salad, entrée and dessert. Serving classic Italian dishes, specialty pasta dishes and specialty pizzas made with the freshest ingredients. gluten-free options available. reservations preferred (281-337-7992).
mainly drinks (la Porte) is serving a three-course prix fixe dinner. Live music will set the mood. The entrees will feature a choice of mussels or lamb. The romantic couples dessert will top off the evening. reservations are recommended: 281-867-1700. Jackie’s Brickhouse (Kemah): Keep it casual on Valentine’s Day and enjoy their Steak Night special: $15 ribeye or $17 filet grilled to perfection and served with choice of two sides, and $5 whiskeys all night. Or finish the night off with after-dinner drinks; they are open until midnight.
lone star Grill (Bacliff): Does your Valentine love crawfish? Make your sweetheart happy and enjoy happy hour all day (11 a.m. to 11 p.m.) $2.50 house ritas, $3.50 flavored ritas, $3 domestic bottle beer, $3.50 import/premium bottle beer, $3.75 well drinks, $4 house wine. Casual atmosphere. No reservations needed.
scotty’s Pub on the Bay (league City): great dinner and after dinner place with live music to continue your romantic evening. Champagne for two with chocolate covered strawberries and a small cheese and meat plate to share. Live music from Bobby Territo from 8 to 11 p.m. Normal menu served from 5 p.m. to midnight. No reservations needed. Texas Beer refinery Tap room & Kitchen (dickinson): Special Lover’s Delight on Valentine’s Day: Buy one steak dinner ($18) and get one steak dinner free, comes with two sides. signatures (seabrook): enjoy live music and a four-course meal from a set menu while you wine, dine and dance with your Valentine. reservations preferred (832-864-2029).
railean distillery and Buccaneer Bar (san leon) is the perfect spot to grab some drinks before your Valentine’s Day dinner. Specials on themed cocktails like the Chocolate Cherry Cha-Cha, Kiss on the Lips, the Pink Lady or the Sex in the Driveway and discounts on select bottles. Open from 3 to 9 p.m. No reservation required. Must be 21 or older.
Gio’s flying Pizza & Pasta (dickinson): enjoy authentic homemade Italian dishes with your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day.
Other notable venue options for Valentine’s Day dinner are michiru sushi in Webster (reservations encouraged, 281-3389988), fuzzy’s Tacos in League City, Topwater Grill in San Leon and marais in Dickinson.
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Valentine’s Day Romantic Dining & Drinks Guide
Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year, the one day specifically declared for couples to express their love for one another, the holiday for lovers to spend a romantic evening together – expectations run high for the perfect night out – it’s kind of like the Super Bowl of date nights. That can definitely seem a little daunting, but there’s no need to worry, we have gathered the information from the area’s great date night destinations listing what they have to offer on Valentine’s Day to help you plan an amazing dinner/evening for two. Pick your favorite spot, make your reservations (don’t forget to call the babysitter if you have kids), and get ready to wine and dine your Valentine! enjoy your evening together as you celebrate that special someone in your life, and make it the best date night ever! Don’t forget to tell them the SCeNe sent you. - Shawn Domingues Crazy alan’s swamp shack (Kemah): go Cajun and take your sweetheart to the bayou, or the closest thing to it on Valentine’s Day. enjoy free chocolate covered strawberries with the purchase of one of these Sweetheart Specials: Fruit of the Sea (one and a half pound Maine lobster butterflied and sautéed with red snapper, shrimp, snow crab and king crab tossed with pasta in a Pontchartrain sauce.) Served with mixed veggies and garlic bread for $42.99 (serves two people); grilled Captain’s Platter (jumbo shrimp, scallops and snapper filet grilled to perfection) for $24.99; or Broiled Seafood Feast (two pounds of crawfish, half pound of boiled shrimp, two blue crabs, one cluster of snow crab, one cluster of Dungeness, one leg of king crab and 10-ounce lobster tail) for $85.99 (serves two to four people). Bakkhus Taverna (Kemah) is offering their Valentine’s Day Specials on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (February 13-15), allowing you the freedom to beat the crowds or find a babysitter that is available. They will be serving from a special four-course menu that will include half-priced wine bottles with the purchase of the meal ($50 per person): APPeTIzer: your choice of any of their dips or Bruschetta Bites; SALAD: your choice of greek Salad or Strawberry greek Salad; eNTree: your choice of Blackened Salmon topped with lump crab meat on a bed of orzo pasta and green beans, or Flank steak topped with red wine onion and mushrooms served with rice and a vegetable medley; DeSSerT:
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your choice of Baklava cheesecake or Chocolate eruption. Specialty Valentine’s drinks include the Chocolate Cherry Martini and a classic Old Fashion (drinks not included in price of meal.) reservations preferred (281-538-1800). At mamacita’s (Webster) “cooking is an act of love.” They’ve got you covered, so you can sit back and enjoy the feast. Valentine’s Day offerings (February 12-14) include a special Lobster tail with fajita and chumichurri. Order romantic drinks for the evening: Chocolate martini and Passion rita. For dessert, enjoy chocolate covered strawberries.
luna’s mexican restaurant & Catering (league City): Treat your loved one with a delicious Mexican meal. They are offering a special menu February 14-16 and gifting carnations for the ladies on February 14. T-Bone Tom’s (Kemah): Since 1974, this Kemah steakhouse restaurant has been serving lovers and families. Their special Valentine’s Dinner “Tom's Choice” consists of marinated ribeye with shrimp and two sides for $29.99. enjoy half-priced desserts. (Dine-in only.) Live music is provided by Wood ‘N Wind. mediterraneo market and Cafe: The flavors of the Mediterranean are alive and well in Nassau Bay. Mediterraneo lets you taste the world without leaving Clear Lake. enjoy a romantic evening on Valentine’s Day with live music by Claudio Sereni. They will be serving their regular menu at both restaurants until 9 p.m. mario’s Pizza & Pasta (seabrook): There’s always something special going on at Mario’s for Valentine’s Day. enjoy a romantic dinner for two with 99¢ specials on house wine.
ol’ mother’s speakeasy (Bacliff): enjoy Valentine’s Day specials at this neighborhood bar including dinner for two and drink specials.
main 101 Grill and Bar (downtown la Porte): enjoy the ambiance of fine dining and gourmet food with your sweetheart. Serving from a special Valentine's Day menu (a more refined version of the regular menu with a selection of ala carte items to choose from) from 4 to 9 p.m. reservations are encouraged (281-470-8484).
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Although there might be a few new items added in the future, the menu will remain the same. Loyal fans will still be able to order any of their favorite burgers, like the legendary Squealer (their blissful burger with a handmade beef patty, blended with bacon) or the Stomp’s Ice House Special. They will still be making the same thick onion rings from scratch and serving the same home-spun milkshakes their fans have come to love, and they will continue to wrap the food in green and white-checkered paper, serving it in baskets like they always have. The kids will still receive their coloring menu with crayons, and they will continue to play the same music from their awesome playlist.
The Tookie’s brand is set to thrive in their new location, which is much larger and has a more open floor plan than the Seabook building. guests will appreciate the roomier entryway while they await an open table, which shouldn’t take long as there will be additional seating in the various dining rooms throughout. There is also a much larger bar area, bigger and better bathrooms, and a sizeable grill, allowing the cooks to make more burgers, much faster. They will be adding a variety of flavors to their milkshake menu and will also add more craft beers to their selection. A large patio is being constructed and they predict to have it ready by spring break. So, as we say good-bye to a building that has been a part of our community’s history for more than 40 years, we won’t have to say goodbye to the reason we fell in love with it in the first place. Thanks for the memories Tookie’s, and we’ll see you on the other side!
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TOOKIE’S HAMBURGERS Says Goodbye to Seabrook –
Their Fans say ‘See Ya on the Other Side’
By Shawn Domingues
The iconic green building with yellow trim brings back a lot of memories for many long-time residents in Seabrook and the surrounding areas. The legendary burger joint had survived multiple floods, several tropical depressions and a major hurricane over the past 40 years, but after Hurricane Ike dumped 5 feet of water into the legendary building, the original owner planned on shutting the doors forever. Local residents were devastated that they could no longer get their favorite burger; some loyal fans even created a Facebook page called, “Bring back S. W. Tookie’s!” But the building sat vacant for a few years until Barry Terrell, owner of Kemah’s iconic T-Bone Tom’s Steakhouse (located at 707 Hwy. 146) rescued the restaurant and bought the building, the name and the recipes from the original owner, Jim Spears who agreed to the sale with the stipulation that they serve the same food and use the original recipes that made the hamburger eatery so popular since it opened in 1975.
People tend to get nostalgic about the places they enjoyed in their youth, and they hold a special place in their heart where they keep the memories of past birthdays, celebrations and random nights out with the family alive forever. When Tookie’s made a Facebook post on January 23 announcing their big move, fans lit up social media and shared Tookie’s original post more than 925 times. The post has almost two thousand views (at press time) and locals continue to leave comments, show their support and share their memories of the legendary burger joint. Fans tagged each other to make plans to visit the Seabrook location one last time, some traveling over 3000 miles to make the special trip back home, others posted about their favorite menu items such as, the Vanilla Cokes, the #99, the Squealer, the Bean Burger, the huge onion rings and the milkshakes they remember from their childhood. There were even quite a few posts from Facebook fans with three and four generations of loyal Tookie’s customers who plan to make the trip over the bridge and continue their family’s Tookie’s tradition.
Their last week in Seabrook was busy with local residents and people from all over the country coming to eat their last burger at the original Tookie’s location, and Tookie’s merchandise branded with the Seabrook, TX logo was flying off the shelves.
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One customer got a crazy idea and tried to take off with the train that has been rolling down the tracks just below the ceiling since the re-opening after Hurricane Ike. Many people have recalled memories of the train from their childhood when they would visit Tookie’s in the 1980s; however, the train wasn’t added to the décor until 2011, when the building got a make-over after Terrell took it over.
Tookie’s Vice President, Ali Velasco, responsible for the addition of the train, recalls how he came up with the idea, “My grandfather was a steel mill worker in Pittsburgh. I lived there for a while. My mom was born there. Trains ran all over Pittsburgh then and still do to this day. I grew up with model trains and have a really large collection of them. I always thought a train would be awesome in a restaurant. Kids, parents, and grandparents – everyone likes trains. It’s been a lot of fun for our customers and us.”
Whether it’s the traffic lights, the stained glass, the vintage signs, the train or the fun house-style mirror in the entryway, loyal Tookie’s fans all have a favorite piece of memorabilia they would like to see when they visit the new location – something that will remind them of the original Tookie’s they have visited for so many years. And they will not be disappointed. “We’re bringing everything over from the original Tookie’s, all of the memorabilia, so the new location will still have the same nostalgic hometown feel that Tookie’s has always had,” said general Manager Lynda Hamilton.
When Tookie’s took over the new Kemah location, the first thing they did was paint the outside of the building green with yellow trim. There’s no better way to identify the Tookie’s brand than that. “Creating the same vibe and atmosphere found at the original Tookie’s was at the forefront of every remodeling decision we made,” Hamilton said.
They built an all-new train track with bridges in one of the dining rooms, and they even built custom cutouts in the walls of the new location to encase the vintage pieces of stained glass that have been hanging on the walls and ceiling of the original location for more than four decades. - Continued on Page 13
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Dickinson Bar-B-Que reopens & its beautiful
Popular restaurant is back 5-months after getting flooded from Hurricane Harvey
On Friday, January 26 a renovated Dickinson Bar-B-Que reopened for the first time since Hurricane Harvey flooded it and much of the surrounding area. And while we must acknowledge the struggle continues for much of the Dickinson community, we are happy to report about this positive development. And not only is the popular purveyor of pecan smoked BBQ, hand- cut steaks, homestyle Texas comfort cuisine, burgers, sandwiches, locally-brewed craft beer and Texas wines back, but the results of the forced top-to-bottom restoration is remarkable! Introducing a theme that owners Keith and Holly Lilley are calling “BBQ, Beer & Chandeliers” featuring an invasion of “Farmhouse Chic” into Dickinson. So head over to welcome back a community staple and enjoy the new decor, bigger portions and new additions to the menu. As impressive as the renovations is the fact that the Lilleys were able to keep almost all of the 30+ employees employed, either next door at sister restaurant Marais, or working hard on the renovations of Dickinson Bar-B-Que. Cheers!
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