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MArCh 2018 ............Southbelt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston
Last chance to catch Apollo 11 Command Module Historic attraction leaving Space Center Houston March 18
Since last october, Space center houston has been the first of four stops for a brand-new exhibit featuring the apollo 11 command module. this exhibit is the first time the apollo 11 spacecraft has left the Smithsonian's National air and Space Museum since 1971 following an initial national tour. But the exhibit will be moving on this month, ending oncein-a-lifetime opportunity to see the space capsules for both the first and last lunar landings. the apollo 17 command module and other artifacts from the last mission to land astronauts on the moon are part of Space center houston’s permanent collection. completing this ultimate lunar experience, Space center houston’s extensive collection gives guests a close look at the largest collection of moon rocks on public display including one you can touch. it also has astronaut Pete conrad’s moonwalking suit and much more.
“houston is associated with lunar exploration and guests get to trace the steps of the first voyage to the moon in this spectacular exhibit, as well as the last voyage in our apollo 17 capsule,” said William t. harris, ceo.
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A Taste Of Space
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Aquarium Kemah Avenida Brazil Bakkhus/ Skallywag Bay Oaks Country Club Boardwalk FantaSea Kemah Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack Edible Arrangements 6:30 to 9pm @ Space Center houston Galveston College of Culinary Arts get “a taste of Space” at epicurean evening, sponsored by Academy ron carter cadillac hyundai genesis, on tuesday, april 3 from Hilton Houston NASA Clear 6:30 to 9 p.m. this much-anticipated “taste of the town,” proLake/City of Nassau Bay duced by the clear Lake area chamber of commerce returns to Space center houston. Hope Village J. Henry’s Draught House & Kitchen Save $5 on adult tickets and purchase yours in advance for only $35 ($40 at the door) and enjoy the best cuisine clear Lake/Bay area houston has to Jimmy Johns offer. For $50, purchase a special early entry wristband sponsored by Shell La Familia Restaurant Federal credit Union (a limited number of these are available. call the Las Anita’s Mexican Restaurant chamber for details.) these wristbands allow diners to sample booths 45 minutes before the rest of the crowd. Little Daddy’s Gumbo Bar Luna’s Mexican Restaurant adult entry tickets include unlimited food from your favorite restaurants, two beer / Maggiano’s Little Italy wine coupons, acMagnolia Creek Golf Club cess to Space center Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant houston's current exhibit, free parking, live entertainment and shopping at the silent McAlister’s Deli auction. Kids tickets are $10 (4 years to 12 Nothing Bundt Cakes years) and include playing on Kids Space Opus Ocean Grill Place. children 3 years and under are free. Panera Bread - Continued on the Next Page Red River Cantina ePiCureAN eveNT SCheduLe Ritters Frozen Custard & Burgers Robinette & Company Caterers 5:45 PM Doors open to “early entry” wristband purchasers 6:30 PM Doors open to all ticket holders Salata 8:15 PM Silent auction closes Santa Fe ISD Hospitality 8:30 PM awards & acknowledgments Sodexo Space Center Houston Beat the crowds, purchase an “early entry” wristband and Stuttgarden Tavern Kemah start enjoying your food and beverages 45 minutes before Yardhouse everyone else. Purchase tickets online for a $5 discount.
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Businesses can participate in epicurean evening as a booth participant or a sponsor. as of press time, food booths were almost sold out so don't hesitate to contact Shari Sweeney at the chamber at 281-488-7676 or shari@clearlakearea.com. group discounts of ten or more tickets are available. Purchase tickets at www.clearlakearea.com or at the clear Lake area chamber of commerce (1201 NaSa Parkway, houston, tX
77058). as of press time, sponsors include: ron carter clear Lake cadillac hyundai, Space center houston, city of Nassau Bay, the Pet Palace, Miller Lite, Stella artois, Shell Federal credit Union, Jonathan cottrell Martha turner Sotheby's international realty, Fidelity investments, texas First Bank, and the SceNe Magazine. Sign up for the Mobile Silent auction now, go to www.clearlakearea.com for the link.
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8th Annual Kemah Crawfish Festival APriL 6, 7 and 8
under The Kemah Bridge
Make plans to attend the seventh annual Kemah crawfish Festival on april 6, 7, and 8. experience the sights of the water, the thrill of a big party with like-minded individuals, the sounds of the best zydeco, country and texas party rock music, and the taste of ice cold beer as it combines with the seasoning on hot, scrumptious crawfish. Whether you plan “to keep calm and peel on,” or “go get your peel on,” partying and having a great time is on the top of the list of things to do. this crawfish celebration will be under the Kemah bridge on third Street where it started. the waterside location provides a better ambience.
Special viP option: Pay $20 and get admission plus 3 pounds of crawfish via a dedicated ViP express line.
“We will be cooking crawfish out of our new cooking units that will be able to produce 6,000 pounds of delicious boiled crawfish per hour!” said Doug Davenport of gulf coast Festivals.
these mudbugs are “spiced right and priced right” at $3.99 per pound. and you better bet they will taste fresh, too, since they are trucked in daily from farms in Louisiana. in addition to the crawfish, the festival will offer other cajun dishes and festival cuisine such as alligator, frog legs, hot dogs, hamburgers, corn dogs, funnel cakes, nachos, fried oreos and twinkies, gyros and much more!
“We are all about eating and music,” said Davenport. he recounted that in the years past, the event became one big dance floor. the live musical entertainment kicks off at 3:30 p.m. Friday.
if you have not been to the Kemah crawfish Festival, Davenport offers this advice, “the earlier you get there, the better.” general admission is $8. Kids 12 and under are free. those ready to start the weekend early can enter Friday at 3 p.m. the event hours are Friday from 3 to 10 p.m., Saturday from noon to 10 p.m., and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Purchase tickets at the gate or at www.gulfcoastfestivals.com. For sponsorship or other information, email gulfcoastfestivals@aol.com.
FRIDAY, APRIL 6 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Dusty Spur Band 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Pee Wee Bowen Band
SATURDAY, APRIL 7 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Roy Lee & the Texas Twang 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bobby D. Sawyer Band 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Jerrod Sterrett
7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Wayne Toups
SUNDAY, APRIL 8 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Stringbenders
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Crawfish & Zydeco Festival Big Ass Crawfish Festival Saturday, March 24, 2018 Gulf Greyhound Park 1000 FM 2004, La Marque, TX
Sat. & Sun., April 7 & 8, 2018 Sat. & Sun., April 14 & 15, 2018 Kemah Boardwalk 215 Kipp Ave., Kemah, TX
Kemah Crawfish Festival
Yay 4 Life Crawfish Boil
Fri. - Sun., April 6 - 8, 2018 Under The Kemah Bridge Waterfront, Kemah, TX
Saturday, April 21, 2018 Walter Hall Park 807 Hwy. 3 N, League City, TX
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PizzA here offers a Late-Night Slice to the Late-Night Crowd 609 Bradford Ave., Kemah (First floor of the Toucan Alley Shopping Center)
HOurS OF OPerATiON: Sunday – thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. to Midnight
open until midnight on Friday and Saturday nights, their foot-long slices are sure to satisfy the late-night munchies. Yep, 12 inches of piping hot pizza can be the perfect solution for nights when a fourth meal becomes the best idea. Pizza here is a New York-style pizzeria with dine-in options, including an outdoor patio area. they also offer free golf-cart delivery (within an 8-mile radius during specified delivery hours, if they can legally get there by golf cart). they pride themselves on offering all-natural, farm-raised, hormone-free, gMo-free and antibiotic-free chicken, pork and beef; they use only the freshest ingredients, and their 14-inch specialty gourmet pizzas are available with a gluten-free crust.
“We’ve had so many customers who try our gluten-free pizza and say it’s the best pizza they have ever had, even better than any they’ve had that aren’t gluten-free, and they feel guiltfree for having the healthier version of pizza,” said general Manager, Mariah Brown.
SPeCiALTieS: their 28-inch pizzas are ideal for larger parties and can feed 10 to 12 people. Specialty pizzas include: the Sicilian (a twice-baked pizza with extra virgin olive oil, chopped garlic, fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, onions, oregano, parsley, romano and fresh tomatoes), the Brooklyn Boy (with bacon, hamburger, pepperoni, sausage and canadian bacon), the Beach islander (with fresh mozzarella, ham, canadian bacon, pineapple and extra cheese), the greek (made with fresh feta cheese and local spinach), the godfather (with fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, italian sausage, canadian bacon black olives, mushrooms, onions and bell peppers), the garden Pizza (made with fresh mozzarella, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, black olives and fresh tomatoes) and the Bare Naked (with extra virgin olive oil, fresh sliced tomatoes and just a touch of oregano). their pasta dishes (Spaghetti, Spaghetti and Meatballs and Lasagna) are homemade with a traditionally prepared meat sauce or marinara sauce and include garlic bread.
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Vinyl Draught 29 - Miles & Coltrane will be held at Preamble Lounge & Craft House (20801 Gulf Freeway, Webster, Texas 77598) onTuesday, March 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
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GeorGe of ALL TrAdeS Featured Artist: GeorGe douGLAS Lee
Painter, sculptor, poet, author, playwright, singer, musician, radio talk show host, galveston history guide, gallery owner; what creative hat doesn’t george Douglas Lee wear? he joked regarding being a history guide, “Some of what i say is actually true.”
a genuine renaissance Man, Lee does everything in creative arts. Lee the painter, creates works from abstracts to French impressionism. he doesn’t paint himself By Kelley dawson into a corner or one style. he said folks are surprised to find he painted such different pieces hanging side by side.
“People ask, ‘What are you, some sort of renaissance man?’ guess i’m stuck with that,” said Lee. he and his wife recently celebrated the five-year anniversary of their art gallery in galveston. Lee revealed he feels like a big fish in a little pond as he is often recognized throughout galveston. Lee admitted being competitive brought him to art and he’s been doing it ever since. he explained during second grade he had an assignment to create the alamo for an art contest. he lost to another student. Lee then studied sketching, painting, and even watched an art show on tV in order to learn and grow his talent. he started creating with pastels and went on to paint with oil and acrylics. Lee studied art and earned a fine art degree. he stated he was influ-
enced by surrealism and his paintings reflect it.
his pieces captivate with technique and color. the art is absorbing of thought and holds the viewer’s attention. Lee informed, “My mother wanted me to be a painter and my father thought i should be a writer. So, i did both.” apparently, Lee is a juggler as well. Not only can he accomplish a dozen creative arts; he produces them all at the same time. he takes multi-tasking to a whole other level.
Lee expressed, “in my home; i’ll write upstairs, maybe finish the first act of a play, go downstairs work on unfinished painting, then go to a sculpture i’m working on or a commission piece, and record some music.”
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CuLTurAL ArTS CALeNdAr ArTS ArT
March 3: galveston artWalk, exhibits along the Strand District and all art galleries, 6 – 9 p.m., for more details of exhibits & artists go to galveston.com March 3: NSa Spring Lone Star art guild Qualifier Show, 3 - 5 p.m., rosenberg Library, Fox room, 2310 Sealy, galveston, georgedlee@scglobal.net March 3: La Porte Main Street Free and family friendly, 208 W. Main St. historic Downtown, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., La Porte, for vendors and artists, visitlaportetx.com/mainstreetradedays.
March 3: Julian Bliss Septet; a tribute to Benny goodman, 8 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, thegrand.com
March 7: Bay area Bluegrass association Show, 6 p.m., Fiddle Workshop with gloribelle Kelly, Johnny arolfo civic center, 300 W. Walker, League city, bayareabluegrass.org
March 18: the rob Landes trio – the Fabulous 50’s, 4 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-7632481, thegrand.com
March 12 -16: eco art Spring Break camps, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., 2627 avenue o, galveston, 409-770-0722, artistboat.org
March 17: 3rd annual airing of the Quilts, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 1302 S. Broadway St. La Porte, for more information email events@laportex.gov
March 17: galveston island Market, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 2302 Mechanic St., galveston, galvestonislandmarket.com
March 19: galveston county trade Days, art and artisans, 10 a.m. -6 p.m., galveston county Fairgrounds, #10 Jack Brooks Park, hwy .6 hitchcock, thegypsyrosemarket.com
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March 2: Jerry Jeff Walker, 8 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, thegrand.com
March 2 -4: Doubt, a Parable, Black Box Stage, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Little theatre, 4318 allen geneo rd., Pasadena, 713-540-9489,pasadenalittletheatre.org
March 2 – 4: Miss evers Boys, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. Pearland theatre guild, 14803 Park almeda Dr., pearl-theatre.com
March 2 - 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, clearcreekcommunitytheatre.com March 9-24: Moon over Buffalo, Franca’s real italian restaurant, Friday and Saturday Dinner Shows 6:30 p.m., 1101 NaSa Parkway, houston, For reservations 281-4882207.
March 9: color Me in relax & have Fun, 2 -5 p.m., clear Lake city Freeman Library, 16616 Diana Lana, houston, 77062, hcpl.net
March 10: origami class, with Debra Davis, 11 a.m., 2nd Floor conference clear Lake city Freeman Library, 16616 Diana Lana, houston, 77062, hcpl.net
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March 9 -25: Bell, Book and candle, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Pasadena Little theatre, 4318 allen geneo rd., Pasadena, 713-5409489, pasadenalittletheatre.org
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March 2-4: raising the Barre; a Mixed rep, Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m., Bay area houston Ballet & theatre, U of h clear Lake, Bayou theatre, 2700 Bay area Blvd., houston, 281-480-1617 bahbt.org
March 4: Drill team audition clinic, 4 – 6:30 p.m., Upstage arts theatre, axis Studio, 100 e. NaSa Parkway Suite 301, Webster, 832797-4209, register at upstageart.ludus.com March 24: cirque eloize, Saloon, 3 & 8 p.m. the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481.
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March 13: Bay area Photo club, 7 p.m., honors Night, Bay area Unitarian Universalist church, 17503 el camino real, 77058, president@bayareaphotoclub.org, bayareaphotoclub.org
March 9 – April 7: hair, the american tribal rock Musical, thurs., Fri., Sat., 8 p.m., Sun. 2p.m., island etc theatre, 2317 Mechanic St., galveston, 409-762-3556, islandetc.org
March 10: on golden Pond, by Montana repertory theatre, 8 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 Postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, thegrand.com March 16 –April 1: the Foreigner, Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Bay area harbour Playhouse, 3803 hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281-337- 7469, harbourtheater.com
ChiLdreN’S ArT Library Story Times
evelyn Meador Library (Pre-K): 10:30 a.m., 2400 N. Meyer, Seabrook. Storytelling by Mrs. Pearson every Wednesday morning & computer classes forming, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net
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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
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 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 La Porte Library: tuesday Story time, 10:15 a.m., followed by Baby time 11
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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
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1940 Air Terminal Museum: hobby airport, 713-454-1940, 1940airterminal.org.
Armand Bayou Nature Center: open tuesday - Saturday, Sunset cruise 6 p.m. every Saturday Breakfast on Bayou 8 a.m. ages 5 to adult, Nature tour third Sundays, Noon, reservations required on events, call for reservations, 8500 Bay area Blvd., 281474-2551, abnc.org
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Battleship Texas, State Historic Site: 3255 highway 134, La Porte, 281-4792431, tpwd.texas.gov
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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.
To be in The SCeNe Arts Calendar email dominotaylor@yahoo.com
Area Spring Break Camps offer a variety of fun
Spring Break is around the corner and ideas are always welcomed for the students with time off from school. art meets science in the artist Boat eco-art camp Sessions. the camps are March 12 through 16. artist Boat eco-art campers experience true science and the artist Boat’s Spring Break eco-art camp they will offer 2 different camps. Shark Mania is from 9 a.m. – noon. Session themes are offered in which campers will use the scientific method to investigate processes in the ocean. each camp will culminate in creating works of art that illustrate the knowledge that campers have acquired about our ocean. each camper will create high quality art projects, in paper mache, painting, wind chimes, and mobiles, which will illustrate all that they have learned throughout camp. camp sessions are designed for children K to 6 grades. in Sea of change, the 1 to 4 p.m. session, campers will explore wind, waves, and water, which lead to climate science and weather predictions. campers will learn about the ever-changing ocean and in the Sea of change session also learn about shark adaptations, their many razor sharp teeth, shark senses, and more. the campers will be able to get to know sharks up close and personal. to register for day camps call 409-770-0722. For more information and fees go to their website, www.artistboat.org or Facebook page. their address is 2627 ave. o, galveston. artist Boat is a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to promote awareness and preservation of coastal margins and the marine environment through the disciplines of the sciences and the arts.
Space center houston will have Spring Break Day camps March 12 to 18 for ages to 4 to 11 in four age groups. a different program is available everyday centering on the theme, Days of innovation. call for reservations at 281-283-4755 and for detail programs, pop-up labs and fees refer to www.spacecenter.org. experience space exploration education during Space center houston Spring \Lone Star Flight Museum is offering a fun week with Spring Break on the horizon, a new program with daily activities from March 10 to March 17 that will make your family soar. all activities are free with a paid museum admission and for all ages. Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 11 is Meet the Pilots, Monday, March 12 is Mechanic Monday, tuesday, March 13 is Natural Flyers, Wednesday, March 14 is aV8r experiments, thursday, March 15 is helicopter Day, Friday, March 16 is Pilot experience and Saturday March 17 is Drone Demo Day. to learn more about Spring Break on the horizon go to a www.lonestarflight.org/springbreakMore. Lone Star Flight Museum is located at 11551 aerospace avenue, ellington Field. - domino Taylor
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Lee disclosed one of his professors mentioned “if Lee’s discipline ever caught up to him, he’d make a great artist.” Lee thinks of his house and most of the world as pieces of his mind. he said, “i can’t even keep up with the constant ideas. i wish i could live forever.” regarding his abundant creative thought; Lee described, “it’s a roller coaster ride or like a fun house; a door opens and there’s a surprise. it’s lots of fun.”
to learn more about the mulit-artist, visit www.georgedouglaslee.com. to view additional works visit the g. Lee gallery 2215 Post office in galveston or www.gleegallery.net. the gallery will be a part of the March 3rd artWalk 6-9PM in historic downtown galveston.
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OTHer MeNu STANdOuTS: Mouthwatering Meatball Sub (homemade meatballs made with only the freshest ingredients, topped with meat sauce and romano cheese), the original Philly cheese Steak (Philly bun with seasoned sliced ribeye, grilled with onions and topped with provolone or Swiss cheese), Muffuletta calzone (the owner’s dad’s favorite made with a generous helping of “the original New orleans olive Mix,” mozzarella, provolone, Mortadella, hard salami and ham). they also offer a variety of salads, such as the italian Salad (includes crispy romaine, fresh tomatoes,
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black and green olives, mushrooms, hard salami, ham, provolone cheese, feta cheese, mozzarella and pepperoncini).
iNSider TiP: Stop by anytime for a quick slice of pizza without breaking the bank, their 12-inch slices are $5 all day, every day. Mondays they have $2 domestic beers all day. if you’re in the Kemah or clear Lake Shores areas, take advantage of the free delivery. So, whether you have a hankering for pizza after a night on the town, or you want to treat the office to an impromptu pizza party for lunch, give Pizza here a try and tell them the SceNe sent you.
Meet The Brewer: JASoN STroMBerG
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Favorite perk of working in a brewery is meeting lots of fun and interesting people.
Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is when we first started canning it was fun, new and exciting, but now i would be ok if someone else took my place on canning day.
if you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? Waconia Brewing company because my brother is the head brewer there and professionally brewing with him would be quite the endeavor.
A collaboration brew at Galveston Island with Nobi Public House’s Channing Herrin (2nd from left).
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Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is that we deal with some rough chemicals. Be careful, its easy to get a chemical burn. otherwise, even menial type labor, like scrubbing the tun or kettle, squeegee/mopping, hauling off spent grain, is just a part of it, and doesn't take away from the coolness of the whole thing.
if you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? Jester King. a true farmhouse brewery, making in my opinion the best, most authentic beer on wholly their own terms. they are an inspiration of mine.
featured Bartender JuLez Continued from Page 43
What's your favorite thing about March? the warmer weather and of course, Spring Break! 5 words that describe you: outgoing, sarcastic, simple, loyal, sassy You work at the mall... What are your favorite go-to shops? My favorite places to shop in the mall are Pac Sun, american eagle, and the Lolli and Pops candy store.
Favorite thing about the Bay Area? all the awesome places to eat! What do you love about Bartending? i love meeting new people every day and making new friends. Who inspires you? People who always stay positive no matter what the circumstances.
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Bryan Shayne is a performer you’ve likely seen in the area. i was taken with his originals at the the Song Writers Festival and even more so with his full set. and even more so, Shayne did something i’ve never seen before and that was to get everybody up and dancing on the Monkey Bar patio. ever see that Bryan Shayne before?!?!?!? Bryan is a true local gem and has a great following with people coming in all the way from Fort Worth for the evening. Now that’s a following! Speaking of followings…. VeLCrO PYGMieS - it’s a new year and it was time to see Maximus Hawk, the new bassist Pygmy. Velcro Pygmy fans (Pig heads as they fondly call themselves) have got to be amongst the most sincerely loyal bunch of fans on this planet right up there in the same class as a Spazmatics fan. (You know the type…) this group, in my opinion, is one that centers on putting the entertainment first and use the music to convey the show which clearly works well. another interesting thing about this band is they don’t care velcro Pygmies about saving money on electric bills; Bringing along with them on their nationwide tours, walls of good old fashion flood lamps, the kind hot enough to bake a chicken and great for taking photos. if you’re a band or operate a live music venue, tungsten flood lamps aren’t totally necessary for great looking photos. Daylight LeDs work well, too. as for fans, there are a lot of fine local live music happening in the area. Find yourself a band to follow and be a fan of local live music. if you’ve any questions, be on the safe side and follow as many as you can.
iT’S A WrAP - 2018 got off to a sluggish start with the flu bug and cold weather putting a damper on things. Never fear, spring will soon be here! May your picks go deep in your basketball brackets, may our hometown baseball heroes have a great year, and may tending to our yards not keep us from the important stuff, which is getting out and about to the many great venues, our fantastic service industry, and throughout enjoy some of our great live music. cheers!
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VALeNTiNe’S dAY 2018 - this year came on a Wednesday and when i saw Wood ‘N Wind on the card at T-Bone Tom’s, i knew a stop was in order as this intersect is fondly remembered as the place of the Kemah Jam. the jam has since passed as has tom’s huge old oaks but the music remains. Like many, this band has been rebuilding leaving no piece of wood untouched and this evening, joined up with Stix on the kit. one of my favorite indicators of the music at t-Bone’s is not just watching the ViPs, the little ones, getting off to the music but watching how many diners stop eating and tuning into the music while their dinners get cold. there was a lot of both this month. Musically, the house enjoyed their new arrangement from traffic that you’ll never hear played live anywhere else. Special that evening was the dual lead vocals from Bobbie and angie, captivating and in the realm of music power levels where the brothers thomas and Jeff Wilson reside. good stuff!!! SNOWBird SeASON - is arguably our best time of year as we enjoyed February in Kemah. heavy fogs provided surreal settings on our Lighthouse District strolls to the Monkey Bar, Zone 504 and T-Bone Tom’s for some exquisite live music and to spend quality time with friends. Bryan Shane, Ben reyna, and drop dead dangerous were on the lineup at last year’s Song Writer’s Festival and follow-ups were in order. Ben was deservedly feaChristain tured in the February issue of the Weigand SceNe Magazine by the awesome Sarah Piña and this month, we traded insightful tales of what goes into making a professionally produced cD.
Matt Cash
at Zone 504, we caught enjoyable solo sets from Matt Cash and Christian Weigand. the zone was relaxed that night allowing the music to take on an up-close and personal appeal which not comes from simply playing the tune, drop dead but by living the story’s moment as its played. dangerous this is a fine line of talent that not many get trudy Lynn is such a performer and Matt cash is on that list too. catching up with christian, he’s still playing with the Band hennessy and got an interesting project in the works. i can’t think of a better artist to pull it off. Stay tuned!
drop dead dangerous is a dynamite duet of vocalist and guitar player, Kitty Steadmand and Melanie howe, commonly known as “the Djembabe” that was introduced to the area thanks to the Pirate and Poets circuit. this evening, we enjoyed their americana set. this pair is truly musically unique and captivating to the ears. Definitely keep an eye out for when these two stop in for a show. - Continued on Page 31
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While the recent ownership change has translated into these updates of food, service, and soon, atmosphere, Jackie’s is also known for the exceptional live musicians and bands that pack the dance floor each weekend. in this regard, they will feature more high-caliber, production-heavy bands in March and beyond!
“We’re really looking forward to having even more of these great bands perform at Jackie’s, such as the KLo:cKS, La roxx, the Velcro Pygmies, that 70s thing, and Vitamin r: a tribute to chevelle,” Williams said.
in addition to so many lively bands coming to perform in the coming months, Jackie’s will also host a St. Patrick’s Day Bash featuring live music from the band Swagger! guests can enjoy live music on the patio with their hot crawfish and cold beer every Saturday and Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. Jackie’s will also continue to feature several great food and drink specials throughout the week, including $5 whiskeys, steak night on Wednesdays, and happy hour Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
“We are not looking to reinvent the wheel – we’re just going to fine tune it a little,” Williams said. “John (Barrera) has continued to do an outstanding job, even with the ownership change. We’re really looking forward to the future and the new horizons ahead!”
Jackie’s Brickhouse is located at 1053 Marina Bay Dr. in Kemah, and is open every day. current hours are Sunday through Wednesday from 11 a.m. to midnight, and thursday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. So stop by for a cold one, some great crawfish, or just to enjoy your visit with some of the best live entertainment the Bay area has to offer – and when you do, be sure to tell them the SceNe sent you! ----------------------------------------------
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So what can audiences expect who haven’t seen the Weeds perform before? “expect lots of variety, fun, and aggressiveness, because we play with a lot of passion,” said Damian. “this makes the show really energetic, always. i'm honored to be a part of such talented, driven musicians. i've been in several bands chasing this dream, and i'm honored i was chosen to be a part of the ride. it’s going to be a great time!”
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the Weeds take their electric show next to cabo clear Lake on St. Patrick’s Day at 9 p.m. So come out, have some St. Patty’s Day fun — and when you go, make sure to tell them the SceNe sent you!
Matthew McSheehy photo
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So in a male-dominated musical genre, what does it mean to be a part of an all-female rock band? “it became something that helped to define the band. there’s a real sisterhood with these other incredible musicians,” she said. the all-female aspect has had other effects as well on audiences; zepparella inevitably serve as a source of inspiration for young female musicians and beyond each time they step on stage. “the impression people have said we’ve left on them can be powerful and humbling. Music can have a magical effect, really a true symbiosis. it has the ability to comfort, inspire, unite. if our playing zeppelin inspires or empowers or entertains, that’s amazing. if it gives women idea or permission to do something outside of the more normal paradigm, that’s amazing.”
and when zepparella hits the Scout Bar stage later this month, expect an exciting tribute to Led zeppelin by four musicians who continue to pay homage to their musical heroes—but in their own way.
“clementine is a monster on the drums—we are loud! But don’t expect us to dress or mimic them. We are here to perform heartfelt renditions of music we genuinely love. expect a rock show!”
zepparella will perform next at Scout Bar on Saturday, March 24! Doors open at 8 p.m.; show begins at 9 p.m. So come show a “Whole Lotta Love” to this all-female zeppelin powerhouse, and when you do—be sure to tell them the SceNe sent you!
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BACK HOMe - and that would be Mark May at Katie’s. Last year’s run, trying to catch a new and different act each month at Katie’s, kept our paths from crossing, but it’s a new year, and well past due to catch up with this Master guitar channeler. People are wising up and starting to reserve tables for the Sunday afternoon open mic session and for good reason. i’m used to catching May on Friday or Saturday evenings pushing it past the 11’s all night long. on this sunny Sunday in February, Mark took the house down to soulful jazzy 46 db adagietto. once the entire house was safely on board, May plugged into the music cosmos as he always does, and proceeded to take the entire house to a spine-tingling Pretissimo frenzy using every note available on his robin and Naylor “killer vintage” amp. to keep people from falling overboard, Joe Mark May Campise and Bob emmons are there on kit and bass to hold down the fort. i call it musical genius and judging from the ovation in the house, a “WoW” moment also comes to mind! campise tells me that playing with May is a real workout - an entire one-hour set will consist of only five songs. think about that…. We in the house call it a treat! open mics at Katie’s are special, always featuring a strong guest musician lineup. Musicians sign up for a chance to share the stage with these “professors” of the groove making for enjoyable jams. i had a great chat with Mark during the break, catching-up since his return from ohio and what’s on the horizon. Stay tuned in!
FLiCKer BOWL Viii - With the Walter Payton award deservedly in the hands of our hometown hero, J.J. Watts, it was time to get to business and enjoy annual Flicker Bowl at T-Bone Tom’s. We’ve been covering this fun event from day one when Bruce cote started making this event happen. With the two Super Bowl teams this year being from up north, the patio crowd was enjoyably relaxed and the weather at a perfect 68 degrees. over the years, Flicker Bowl has clearly grown with solid competition and keen prize pools from the generous sponsors not just for the winners alone representatives from Karbach, Jim Beam, and Budweiser made sure there was plenty of great swag for all. congratulations to runner up, Ventura Berrones, and to david Cosgrove for taking home this year’s trophy. cheers!!! - Continued on Page 32
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Blaggards We joined up with Scarlett Mccaw, whose village of merry mongers restored the storied pirate ship that was once sailed under in the local Krewe du Lac flag. i’ve been watching Mardi gras floats over the years and noticed age having its effect on the once-grand floats from the big time krewes -- not with this ship! rebuilt from the frame up, this float served notice that she was back and in fine form as we threw beads at the aquarius, Babalu, and Fat tuesday parades. over-the-top was having the Blaggards playing live on the ship, a truly gusto filled ride. Now *that* was a hoot! all of the big-time galveston Krewes took notice and welcomed us warmly into the royalty filled Blessing of the Season post parade party.
Speaking of post parade parties, we caught friends from the past and made friends of new while enjoying lots of very good live music shows with Night Wave and the Blaggards at the Drunken Monkeyz and the Line Up at the Buckshot Saloon. Next on the horizon? epicurean evening and crawfish season!
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Loose Notes March Madness is upon us, good people! We’ve put up with a yardkilling winter, survived flu season, held our own during Mardi gras, continuing to reckon rebuilding from harvey, cheered our athletes through the olympics, and best of all, we got to hang out with many of you and enjoy some really fantastic live music out and about the area. Let’s run down some of what went down.
by Andy Eng
Almost endless Summer
MArdi GrAS MAdNeSS came early this year with events happening each weekend in our area. the turnout to celebrate the reign of King Barry Terrell, Queen Patty eng and the court of Duchesses partied the night away at the Aquarium with a great showing of past royalty, the Mayor of Kemah, Miss Kemah & Miss teen Kemah, friends of old and new, and perhaps the final showing of galveston’s award winning Almost endless Summer who brought in their Beach Boy european invasion to entertain Mardi gras party.
this year’s annual Kemah Parade and party at T-Bone Tom’s didn’t have to worry about rain this year with the palapa keeping everybody warm and dry. Wood ‘N Wind treated the post parade party to their eclectic style of americana rock. Up the road in La Porte, those good people have realized what a great time can be had by all and starting up their community parade and celebration. i heard some ideas of someday having events throughout the Kemah Lighthouse District and a multiday celebration…. that would be grand!! - Continued on Page 36
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Meet The Brewer: Jason Stromberg Headbrewer at Galveston Island Brewing
Favorite Texas brewed beer? Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? In response to both those questions, it is really hard to pick a favorite beer in Texas and in other states and countries. The beer that is my favorite is the one I am drinking that day.
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Your favorite beer to brew and/or your favorite beer that you brew? I really like to fire up our 5BBL system and do one offs to experiment with different styles and recipes.
What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? Sours and wild beers
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Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? In a bungalow in Bora Bora with my wife.
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Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? Driving across Wisconsin and shopping at every disc golf course we could, while pounding 30 packs of High Life. The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. I worked for Midwest Supplies home brew shop which influenced me to become a professional brewer.
Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. Pay close attention to fermentation and keep your yeast healthy.
“The state of the Texas craft beer scene is…. up and coming and making a name for itself. - Continued on Page 30
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Meet The Brewer: Eric Walker
Headbrewer at Devil and the Deep Brewery
Favorite Texas brewed beer? La Petit Prince Jester King
Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? Trappistes Rochefort 10
Your favorite beer to brew and/or your favorite beer that you brew? My basic Saison. I love that beer, and it always seems to be a good time when we brew it.
What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? Lighter Saisons, Farmhouse Ales, and other clean examples of some of the more “off-thebeaten-path” Belgian-inspired brews. Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? I want to take a roadtrip and visit the remaining Trappist monastery breweries in Belgium and France. Hopefully in 2019!
Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? Our first full pint off of the sample port of our brite tank when it was carbed. It was our Belgian Rye Pale Ale, and it was great. A couple of the guys and I had one, and toasted the work we had done to get to that point.
Devil and the Deep Brewery (NEW) 2425 Postoffice St • Galveston, Texas
The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. I was in the Navy and Army for 11years prior to college, and was most recently a Vessel Manager prior to going full time at the Brewery.
Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. Keep at it! Make beer, give it to people, seek unbiased critique. And then, make more beer, give it away for critique. Go to every brewery you can, and talk to the brewers. Our industry is excellent in that we have a very close, team-like environment and love to help each other out with questions / answers / concerns / hops / the occasional brewery fitting. “The state of the Texas craft beer scene is…. Growing, and with huge potential and space to do so.
Favorite perk of working in a brewery is the beer of course! Seriously though, brewing is a craft pursuit, and is an excellent trade to enter. It is very multi-disciplinary. Brewing is only a small part. There is carpentry, plumbing, electrical, the business management side of it. And of course you can have a pint when mopping the floors. Perks of the job! - Continued on Page 30
SCeNe hAPPy hour Guide
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 ------------------------
Where: 803 NASA Pkwy, Webster When/What: Webster Well Wednesdays $1.50 wells $2 longnecks 5pm - 2am; Thurs $3 calls $2 longnecks; Friday is Happy hour for ladies 1/2 price martinis 1/2 price wine and champagne theSceNeMagaziNe.coM
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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 --------------------------
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Caps & Corks: Baybrook Mall (Food Court)
How long have you been a bartender + How long at Caps & Corks: caps and corks was my very first bartending job, and i’ve been here for 3 years now!
What do you love about working at Caps & Corks? the fact that it’s unique! (You don’t usually see a bar in the mall.) i also love the fact that i have met some of the sweetest people working here. YOur favorite day of the week to work at Caps & Corks & why? Mondays because it’s the beginning of a new week, and i like to start it off right! Top 3 drinks you recommend to customers at Caps & Corks? the Micheladas, Shop-a-holic, and our rum Punch!
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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When & What: Mon.-Fri. 36pm ask for details. Plus additional specials on Tuesdays with $3 dom. beers and $4 craft
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do you have a signature drink? My signature drink is the BeJuled! Are there any new drinks or promotions you're excited about? i’m excited for all the summer seasonal beers.
What do you do when not at work? When i’m not working i love playing sand volleyball, going to music festivals/concerts, listening to music, shopping, spending time with my family and boyfriend. The most rewarding part of your job? the amazing relationships i have with my boss and co-workers, and the friendships i’ve made with our regular customers.
beers (no high gravity). Wednesday is industry night with happy hour specials from 3 p.m. to close ------------------------
Where: 500 Baybrook Mall Space
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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.
Noah’s Ark Parrots Nest (Bacliff) kicks off spring with their “Season opening Party!" and St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring live music by Fuzzy Side up from 8 p.m. to midnight and the following drink specials: $2 green drafts, $6 irish car Bombs, $5 Jameson shots & $3 irish Flag shots.
BArge 295 (Seabrook) is hosting the “St. Patrick’s Day Block Party at the Barge” presented by teeling irish Whiskey & Jameson’s featuring live music by Turning Point and A Sure Thing. Cabo (Seabrook): Put on something green and get the party started early at cabo. opening at noon on St. Patrick’s Day, enjoy two bagpiper shows (day and night). entertainment provided by dJ Khaos, The Weeds and dJ Villa. Food specials all night, $3 green beer, $4 guinness, $5 Jameson and $7 irish car Bombs. Skallywag Suds & Grub (Kemah) kicks off the St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans at 10 a.m. with “Shamrocked on 6th Street crawfish Boil,” $5 irish car Bombs and drink specials all day. Beats provided by a DJ during the day and DJ tNt that night.
Bakkhus Taverna (Kemah) hosts the annual "Shamrocked on 6th Street crawfish Boil!" check their Facebook page for details. Marais (dickinson) has $2 green beer, $2 Budweiser and $2 Miller domestic drafts and bottles. Snatch up crawfish (3 pounds for $15) at the Plank and Dickinbach. Pub Level (Webster) opens at 11 a.m. for March Madness games. Larue Famous crawfish is cooking up mudbugs starting at noon until they run out. Live bands starting at 5 p.m. and dJ Altruist to finish off the night. $3 Big green Beers and $2 Jello shots all day.
Scout Bar (Webster) has great drink specials and live music provided by Hindsight, dead Set red, King Baby and more. No cover for 21 and over. Doors open at 7 p.m.
T-Bone Tom’s (Kemah) is serving green beer. enjoy live music by the Navigators. For those who want to kick of the holiday early, tuesday, March 13, Blaggards take the stage at t-Bone tom’s Backyard. Katie’s Bar (Bacliff) has drink specials all day and JJ dynomite playing 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Tookie’s hamburgers (Kemah) is serving green beer in honor of the occasion.
Monkey Bar (Kemah): Monkey around with some green beer and other specials while Susan Hickman provides live music.
Mario’s Pizza & Pasta (Seabrook) is offering 99¢ green beer all day.
Signatures (Seabrook) has St. Patrick’s Day specials including corned beef and cabbage and green drink specials.
russo’s Ny Pizzeria (League City) is celebrating St. Patty’s Day with drink specials all day.
Cock-eyed Seagull (Webster) starts the party at noon! Show up wearing green or get pinched! Drink specials throughout the day.
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everyone’s irish for a day! St. Patty’s day Party Guide
St. Patrick’s Day is traditionally a day of celebration, and this year – luck o’ the irish – it falls on a Saturday. With no need for the annoying alarm clock or calling in sick the next morning, this St. Patty’s Day is sure to be one for the record books (guinness pun intended). From green beer to bagpipes and all things irish in between, local bars and restaurants are stepping it up this St. Patty’s Day, some are cooking up irish grub, some have specials on irish-themed drinks, and others are celebrating all weekend long. So get your green on, designate a driver (or Lyft or Uber), and find your pot-o-gold party at one of the local establishments listed below. (all events and specials are on Saturday, March 17, unless otherwise noted.) – Shawn domingues Tilted Kilt (League City) is going really Big with their St. Patrick’s Day Bash! (three days of give-aways!) Friday, March 16 and Sunday, March 18 (all day from open to close): guests receive a Free half-order of wings and tilted Kilt buys your first domestic beer. Saturday, March 17 (until 3 p.m.): guests receive a Free half-order of wings and tilted Kilt buys your first domestic beer. enjoy four live bands (The Slags, Big richard, Sol Flair and Sick duck), karaoke, DJ outside, and intermittent appearances by a “leprechaun” and a bagpiper. (Must provide valid iD, and be 21 or older to take part in alcoholic beverages.) Scotty’s Pub on the Bay (South Shore Harbour) is hosting their St. Patty’s Day Shindig with green beer, irish food, DJ, party favors, a live performance by The Bagpipe Brothers and drink specials: $3.50 green beer, $5 guinness, $4 tullamore Dew, $7 irish car Bombs. they are also serving lamb and rabbit pot pies; salted pretzels with irish cheddar queso; rueben egg rolls and an irish sundae with
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guinness dark chocolate brownie, Nutella ice cream and Jameson caramel. fuzzy’s Taco Shop (South Shore Harbour) celebrate St. Patty’s Day with specials on irish Flag ritas, green beer, Jello shots, and irish car Bombs!
railean distillery & Buccaneer Bar (San Leon) is offering green craft cocktail drink specials all day and night and hosting a St. Patty’s Day party from 6 to 9pm with discounts, food, prizes and more! Must be 21 or older. Jackie’s Brickhouse (Kemah) St. Patrick’s Day starts early with live music on the patio from 3 to 7 p.m., drink specials and a crawfish special! in the evening, enjoy live music with the band Swagger.
Noah’s Ark (Bacliff) rewards enthusiasm and character! they are giving a Free giFt to any MaN wearing a KiLt! But for the rest of us – kilt or no kilt – commemorate the irish spirit with corned Beef & cabbage with red potatoes (while it lasts), $2 green drafts and $5 Jameson shots. - Next Page
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zepparella! All-female Led zeppelin Powerhouse hits Scout Bar March 24
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By Sarah Piña
Matthew McSheehy photo
over 10 years ago, one woman set out to create a musical project unlike any other: establish an all-female band with musicians of the highest caliber to pay homage to one of the most iconic rock groups of all time. today, founding member clementine on drums, along with anna Kristina on vocals, texas native holly West on bass, and gretchen Menn on lead guitar continue that mission as zepparella, an all-female band honoring Led zeppelin.
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“We have all just always loved zeppelin, and had the desire to learn the vocabulary of some of our favorite players,” said Menn. “i have studied Jimmy Page’s music note for note, because that’s part of internalizing his vocabulary. it’s like learning and trying to master a new language.”
Menn—who also has an impressive background as a former regional jet pilot, and a music degree from Smith college—is much like all members of the group as well: an established career musician with several notable projects under her belt outside of zepparella, including two solo albums, abandon all hope (2016) and hale Souls (2011).
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“We all do original music, and it’s all very different from one another. Between the four of us we have a wide variety of influences,” said Menn, who herself has intensely studied Mozart, Beethoven, Steve Morse, and Frank zappa, to name a few. “For example, anna just came out with a gorgeous solo album, which is really jazzy and bluesy called Soul truth. clementine has a number of original bands as well, including Beaux cheveaux, an original project with adrian conner of hell’s Belles. and holly has a solo eP out called Mokita,” Menn said. - Continued on Page 34
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Local Music Spotlight: The WeedS By Sarah Piña
The Weeds
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Mickey Avalon & Dirt Nasty
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Vitamin R
(A Tribute to Chevelle)
Sunday, March 25
JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
“the movie School of rock, that was really the nail in the coffin. Seeing little kids playing music — i said, i could do that,” recalled addison ruddell of one of his inspirations to play music.
Not too many years later, ruddell, a product of a musical family, and now lead singer and bass guitarist for the Weeds did just that, starting the band in 2013 — while still in the 6th grade. Lead guitarist and backup vocalist Jonathan hales soon joined him, along with drummer ryan Damian a few years later.
“i started playing guitar when i was 10. My dad was into classic rock, and he started teaching me how to play, and then i sort of just picked it up on my own. after a couple of years, i would have him take me to different bars that would let me in, since i was only 12. this led me to playing an open mic where addison’s aunt, a country singer, saw me play. She really liked what she heard, and got me in touch with addison who had just recently started the band,” hales said. “We jammed one song, and we just knew we were going to click,” ruddell recalled of their first meeting.
ruddell and hales have electrified stages and amazed crowd after crowd ever since with their unique fusion of blues/funk/rock/reggae — especially after people realize that both are only 18 years old. though young (ruddell is only nearing high school graduation; hales recently began college for audio engineering), their mature talent beyond their years hasn’t fallen short of recognition.
in august of 2014, after less than a year together, they headlined the texas Buzz, a show hosted by houston’s 94.5 the Buzz. Shortly thereafter, they also won “Best New Band of 2014,” exactly one year to the day of their first performance together. and most recently, the band also took home this year’s Support Local Music (SLM) award for Best Local Band, while individually each member also received awards: hales for Best guitarist, Damian for Best Drummer, and ruddell for Vocals - honorable Mention.
and now with high school graduation on the horizon, the band’s star just seems to be beginning to take off. these musical prodigies, who have already opened for several nationally-known bands and artists including the ataris, Saliva, Sons of texas, Saving abel, Lita Ford, and most recently, Doyle Bramhall ii, already have big plans for recording and more touring in the works, and a self-titled eP available everywhere from itunes to Spotify.
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“We do plan on touring a lot more after addison graduates, and have two albums we hope to release this Spring. one is a live studio album which is in the last stages of production,” said hales, who with his audio engineering background will be working to finalize mixing on both albums.
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Jackie’s Brickhouse:
your hangout for fabulous food, delicious drinks, Badass Bands & Super Service By Sarah Piña
established eight years ago in Kemah, Jackie’s Brickhouse has made a name for itself as a go-to spot for great food and some of the most dynamic entertainment and nightlife in the Bay area. Serving up everything from mouthwatering burgers, to hot and tasty mudbugs, area residents have enjoyed the mix of fun dining, drinks, live music, along with shuffleboard, pool, darts, and arcade games since 2010. and this summer, thanks to a new ownership group, Jackie’s will unveil some fun upgrades to add into the mix!
“Jackie’s concept is getting a slight makeover while continuing to provide the quality of food and fun that our guests have come to expect,” explained general Manager John Barrera, who has lead Jackie’s Brickhouse since its inception. “We already unveiled a new logo, and we have plans for some outdoor patio renovations/expansions including adding bars to
enhance our guests’ experience. We are bringing in new food items, restructuring our menu and improving our standards of service.”
“at the forefront of all our changes, we have one common goal: quality. if we fine-tune our quality overall, it will enrich our guests’ visit,” said Managing Partner greg Williams, part of the new ownership group. “We look forward to improving quality across the board, from top to bottom in terms of service and as well as the food itself.”
For example, Jackie’s Brickhouse hand-washes and culls their crawfish and season their mudbugs with a custom blend from Southern Louisiana. “We also buy the highest grade oysters available to us and we increased the quality of our beef to certified angus,” Williams explained. “how food is ordered, received, prepared and served — we are really fine-tuning all of these processes,” said Williams.
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Palapa Bar Celebrating 15 years of Partying on the Patio By Shawn domingues
Located on the corner of 6th Street and Kipp avenue, just off the beaten path of the busy Kemah Boardwalk, the Palapa Bar boasts of being the original bar on the block, so to speak, and the first to offer a large palapacovered patio in the area.
“there are a lot of bars and restaurants in the area with palapas now – imitation is the best form of flattery,” said owner greg Boaz, “but most of the patios are an afterthought, or an additional area for seating when weather permits… but we have always been a patio bar, first and foremost.”
With heaters blazing during the cold winter month, rain or shine, the party is on the patio at the Palapa Bar, but they also have a bar and dance floor located inside and a live DJ every Friday and Saturday night to keep the party going indoors as well,
a combination that has proven to be successful in an industry sometimes known for shorter life spans. “We’ve always hired experienced bartenders, and i give a lot of credit for our success to the various bartenders we’ve had over the past 15 years,” said Boaz.
in honor of their anniversary, former bartenders will be making guest appearances all month long.
although they offer drink specials every night of the week, the casual atmosphere of the Palapa Bar appeals more to the locals Sunday through thursday, with the “weekenders” joining the party on Friday and Saturday nights.
“anyone that comes in a stranger leaves as a friend, sort of like cheers where ‘everybody knows your name,’” said long-time customer ashley Niederhofer. everyone is always welcome, of course, especially on April 7 (6 p.m. to 2 a.m.) when the Palapa Bar hosts their 15th Anniversary Party. there will be raffle prizes up for grabs, $5 Quinceañera shots and $5 drink specials all night. Stop by, show your support, and tell them the SceNe sent you.
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