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SEPTEMBER 2018 ....Southbelt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston Galveston Bay Songwriters Festival Kicks Off This Month the galveston bay Songwriters Festival is kicking off its second year at the end of September, and the official location and artists have now been announced! this year’s event will be held exclusively at the april Fool point marina at topwater grill in San Leon from September 28-30, and will showcase several local and national acts, including headliners Drop Dead Dangerous, Donny brewer, Lisa morales, and Jamie talbert.
the festival launches on Friday, September 28 with acclaimed houston singer/songwriter matt harlan, who has won several songwriting awards from american Songwriter, the telluride bluegrass Festival, and billboard, and was also named Singer-Songwriter of the Year by the texas music awards (2013). the festival continues with Nashville-based country artist J.D. edge, and San antonio-based singer/songwriter Lisa morales as one of the headliners for the evening, who will bring Spanish, english, and “Spanglish” lyrics laced with Latin instrumentation, along with americana and country influences. “Lisa is someone who has been around the texas music scene for a long time, and has a huge following in houston. We are excited to have someone with her background and experience on our stage as one of our headliners,” said Jon burns, founder of poets & pirates and organizer of the gbSF. - Continued on Page 16
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A Little Local High-Rise History While it wasn’t the “Space race” of the ‘60s that directly resulted in the growth of our area — the home of U.S. human Spaceflight, there once was a local race into the sky and the winner remains visible from miles away.
By John ennis
in 2007, robin L. parsley’s endeavour holdings inc. beat out a number of other developers hoping to be the first to the Clear Lake high-rise marketplace with the completion of the 30-story endeavour Clear Lake condominium tower in pasadena. the tower (which was completed behind the original construction schedule just as the national real estate market collapsed and has since changed hands) is one of roughly 20 towers once envisioned to rise up from the Clear Lake shoreline. obviously our area’s transformation into a miniature South beach (miami) never happened as the market crash of 2007 changed everything and only the endeavour stands today. but recent conversations about and confusion regarding this area’s flirtation with the high-rise real estate market suggested to me it was time — a dozen years since its “height” of excitement — for a review. especially since ramifications from many of the large waterfront real estate purchases and the demolition of venues such as the parkside marina, Seabrook beach Club, Studio 54 and Lake house apartments that immediately followed are still visible today. the lonely tower currently standing was only the first of five high-rise towers planned to be built under the endeavour brand.
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Located just a football field away from endeavour Clear Lake in the same, small stretch of pasadena that reaches Clear Lake’s shores, endeavour parkside was announced in august 2006 and originally scheduled to be completed by late 2007 in the still vacant former home of the parkside marina near Clear Lake park. the $55-million, 34-story residential condominium tower would have been even taller and more upscale than its older sister when completed, featuring a 24-hour fitness center, rooftop lounge and condos priced to $3 million (in 2007). at the same time as the first endeavour was being completed and the land for the second tower (endeavour parkside) was being cleared, endeavour holdings partnered with Sun resorts international, inc. to buy the marker 1 marina in Seabrook and renamed it endeavour marina. today home to many businesses including Sam’s boat, bullock 12 marine, the admiral on Clear Lake and Jet Ski houston among others.
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Pizza Pies and a Whole lot of Amoré By shawn domingues
on any given day or night, disks of dough can be seen flying through the air at gio’s Flying pizza and pasta. because of the open kitchen design, guests can watch the pizza makers throwing dough up high in the air and catching it with one hand, continuously tossing and spinning the dough until it’s the desired size and thickness. While this performance provides entertainment for the guests, there’s more to this show than meets the eye. hand tossing pizza dough helps to retain moisture and creates a better crust that is light and fluffy. but gio’s is not “just another pizza place.” With an extensive menu that includes italian specialty dishes as well as the classics, and a variety of unique menu items not typically found in the average pizzeria, gio’s Flying pizza and pasta goes way beyond living up to its name. gio’s has been a local favorite in Dickinson for almost ten years, and although some menu items and the décor have changed over the years, their goal to have every customer leave happy, remains the same. owners Steve and Diana gunnett are very hands-on and passionate about their restaurant, their employees and the clientele they serve.
“our mission is to offer our guests authentic italian dishes made with the freshest ingredients,” said Diana, “and we strive to achieve the highest level of customer service possible.” the large dining area has been continuously updated over the years, to achieve an upscale modern décor with just enough tuscan charm to maintain the casual atmosphere their regular customers have come to love, with the capacity to host large parties of up to 40 people. the updated bar area has plenty of cocktail tables and barstools to accommodate the happy hour crowd (monday through Friday 3 to 6 p.m.) and six large hDtVs to accommodate sports fans on game days. every dish is prepared from scratch using only the freshest ingredients and their extensive menu includes classic italian dishes like Fettuccine alfredo and homemade Lasagna, specialty dishes like the blue Cheese Crusted (hand-cut) ribeye Steak and rosemary Chicken Kabobs, original appetizers like the popular gator eggs (named after the Dickinson high school mascot) and the Spicy italian eggrolls, a variety of fresh salads, homemade soups, hoagies, paninis, a large selection of desserts and six flavors of gelato.
“Nothing on our menu is pre-processed,” said owner Steve gunnett, “We hand-cut our ribeyes, our sauce is made fresh daily, we make the dough and roll it ourselves – everything is made with a lot of love and care.”
pizza to go is their most popular menu item, and with gourmet toppings like grilled chicken, meatballs, artichoke hearts, sundried tomatoes, pesto, provolone, feta and ricotta cheeses, as well as all the usual pizza toppings, it’s no wonder gio’s pizza pies are flying out the door. Customers have the option to dine-in or carry-out, and delivery is available within a six-mile radius from the restaurant; gio’s is happy to fill the order with any of the dishes from their expansive menu as well. - Continued on Page 15
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CCEF to Host DINE OUT TO DONATE
Monday, October 1
At 64 Local Restaurants
the Clear Creek education Foundation (CCeF) is gearing up to host its fifth annual “Dine out to Donate” event on monday, october 1 and is excited to bring back the component, “ride to give,” in partnership with the Kemah boardwalk, that will be available on Friday, october 5 through Sunday, october 7.
CCeF invites citizens to dine out for education at one of the 64 participating restaurants on monday, october 1st. the process is simple – patrons enjoy a meal at a participating restaurant, and restaurant proprietors will donate a portion of the proceeds to CCeF to benefit the students and teachers of the Clear Creek independent School District. all of the proceeds will support CCeF’s many programs including educational grants, National board teacher Certification and Clear horizons early College high School. the top three CCiSD elementary, intermediate and high school campuses with the highest percentage of participation based on student population will win $1,000, $500 and $250 respectively!
La brisa mexican bar and grill has been a longtime supporter of Dine out to Donate. amanda Wilson and the management team at La brisa are passionate about providing schools and nonprofit organizations with fundraising opportunities. “both La brisa locations have participated in Dine out to Donate since it began in 2015,” said amanda Wilson. “it has been a great opportunity for our family business to give back to the students and staff of CCiSD and support education. thank you CCeF for including La brisa in this event each year.”
Ride TO GiVe: in addition to Dine out to Donate, CCeF is excited to be hosting “ride to give” on Friday, october 5 through Sunday, october 7 at the Kemah boardwalk. on these days, patrons are invited to purchase discounted amusement ride wristbands to support education excellence in CCiSD. Discounted wristbands are $20.99 (regularly $24.99) for anyone 48’’ and over and $15.99 (regularly $18.99) for anyone under 48’’. the Kemah boardwalk will also donate $4 for every discounted wristband purchased to support the many programs of CCeF. to purchase a discounted wristband, please bring the printable flier that can be found on the Foundation’s website. the first 50 wristbands sold will receive a Free ticket to Stingray reef.
patrons are encouraged to bring the printable flier for both “Dine out to Donate” and “ride to give” found at www.clearcreekeducationfoundation.org/dine-out-todonate.
established in 1992, the Clear Creek education Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization located in League City, texas. Comprised of volunteers with a passion for excellence, the Foundation raises funds to enrich academic achievement within Clear Creek independent School District (CCiSD). the Foundation is aligned and collaborates closely with CCiSD to promote excellence in education.
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PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS
Angelo’s Pizza & Pasta, 400 W. Bay Area Blvd. | Webster Aquarium, 11 Kemah Boardwalk | Kemah Avenida Brazil, 201 Bay Area Blvd. | Webster Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 502 W. Bay Area Blvd. | Webster Chick-Fil-A (4),1900 NASA Pkwy., 2805 E. League City Pkwy. 18323 Gulf Fwy., 1 Baybrook Mall Dr. Chuy’s, 20975 Gulf Fwy. | Webster Coco Crepes, Waffles and Coffee, 2471 Gulf Fwy. S. | L.C. Crazy Alans Swamp Shack, 310 Texas Ave. | Kemah DoubleDave’s Pizzaworks, 2500 Marina Bay Dr. | L.C. Eduardo’s, 911 E. NASA Pkwy. | Houston El Tiempo Cantina, 20237 Gulf Fwy. | Webster Esteban’s Café and Cantina, 402 W. Main St. | L.C. Fudruckers, 2040 NASA Rd. 1 | Houston Fuzzy’s Taco Shop, 2660 Marina Bay Dr. | League City Gatti’s Pizza, 16607 El Camino Real | Houston Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta, 650 FM 517 W. | Dickinson Grazia Italian Kitchen, 1001 Pineloch Dr. #1100 | Houston Ichibon Japanese Seafood, 18206 Egret Bay Blvd.| Houston Jason’s Deli, 2755 Gulf Fwy. S. | League City Jersey Mike’s (3) 2456 Marina Bay Dr. , 2555 E. League City Pkwy., 933 Bay Area Blvd. Jimmy Changas, 2504 Gulf Fwy. | League City Jinya Ramen Bar, 18299 Egret Bay Blvd. | Houston Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen, 1108 Marina Bay Dr. | CLS La Brisa Mexican (2) 4001 Hwy. 146 & 501 N. Wesley Dr. Landry’s Seafood, 1 Kemah Boardwalk | Kemah Longhorn Steakhouse, 19019 Gulf Fwy. | Webster Luigi’s Pizza and Pasta, 210 S. Hwy. 3 #C | League City Maggiano’s Little Italy, 700 Baybrook Mall Dr.| Fwood Malay Malay Malaysian Rest, 2508 S. Gulf Fwy. #102 |L.C. Marco’s Pizza (2), 3020 Marina Bay , 5440 El Dorado #100 McDonald’s (2) 3140 Gulf Fwy. S. & 102 Hwy. 3 S. | L.C. Sombrero Mexican (2) 2640 HWY96 & 6011 W. Main St. Nothing Bundt Cakes, 304 W. Bay Area Blvd. #400 | Webster Opus Ocean Grille, 1510 Marina Bay Dr. | Clear Lake Shores Pappas Bar-B-Q, 20794 Gulf Fwy. | Webster Pappas Seafood House, 19991 I-45 S. | Webster Pappasito’s Cantina, 20099 I-45 S. | Webster Pappas Delta Blues, 19901 Gulf Fwy. | Webster Pei Wei Asian Diner, 19411-A Gulf Fwy. | Webster Perry’s Steakhouse, 700 Baybrook Mall Dr. | Friendswood PIZZAFIRE, 2471 Gulf Fwy. S. | League City Raising Cane’s, 2586 E. League City Pkwy. | League City Red River BBQ & Grill, 1911 E. Main St. | League City Salata (2), 700 Baybrook Mall Dr. / 1780 E. NASA Pkwy. Saltgrass Steakhouse, 20241 Gulf Fwy.| Webster San Lorenzo Taqueria, 3020 Marina Bay Dr. #E | L.C. San Lorenzo (2) 2441 FM 646 W. / 3202 Marina Bay Dr. #G Schlotzsky’s, 221 S. Egret Bay Blvd. | League City Skipper’s Greek Cafe, 1026 Marina Bay Dr. | CLS Sokols’ Greek Deli & Café, 2410 Bay Area Blvd. | Houston South Shore Grille, 2800 Marina Bay Dr. #F | League City Tommy’s Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 2555 Bay Area Blvd. Zoyo, 2546 Marina Bay Dr. | League City
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gio’s Flying pizza and pasta is the perfect place for a romantic date, a night out with friends, a family dinner or throwing back some beers while watching the texans play. but gio’s goes beyond the brick and mortar and offers catering packages as well for large gatherings off-site, such as birthdays, weddings, and business functions or church and school events. Diana is the first point of contact and often serves at the event, ensuring top quality food service. For those wanting to pick up large trays of food for an
event and feed a minimum of 10 people without busting the budget, gio’s is happy to also provide plates, cutlery, serving utensils, beverages, ice and cups. and if you can’t pick it up, gio’s will even deliver. Diana summed it up best, “We always want our guests to feel welcome and enjoy our delicious food with their friends and family in a relaxed atmosphere. We appreciate everyone who has supported us throughout the years and look forward to continued success for many years to come.”
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Galveston Bay Songwriters Festival: From Page 9
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Following harlan, morales, and Nashvillebased singer and fiddle player J.D. edge (also of Southern Drawl band and Drop Dead Dangerous), texas native, trop-rock great, and self-described parrot head Donny brewer will close out the evening with an always island-flavored tropical mix of country, rock, and blues!
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“Donny is an incredible musician who has won numerous awards from the trop rock music association. he’s someone who writes great songs, but is also a great entertainer who really knows how to throw a great party!” burns said.
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Saturday’s live performances on the 29th are also not to be missed! other featured acts for the 2nd annual gbSF weekend include power duo brant Croucher and Lainey balagia, mississippi gulf Coast singer/songwriter matt hoggatt, texas native “soulful country” singer/songwriter morgan mcKay, Jerry Diaz (also of hanna’s reef) with his “texas Caribbean” music, Southern alabama singer/songwriter eric erdman, and texas country musician Jamie talbert of Jamie talbert and the band of Demons.
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rounding out the evening will be award-winning singer/songwriter Kelly mcguire, a staple of the Clear Lake area who has won album of the Year from the texas music awards, and has previously been nominated for entertainer of the Year and producer of the Year. the female fronted, Southern rock/country musical force known as Drop Dead Dangerous will shut the house down on Saturday night, while the “poets and pirates all Stars” bring the festival to a close on Sunday.
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the contiguous waterfront parcel was soon increased to more than 15 acres following the purchase and demolition of the Lake house apartments and two popular waterfront venues including the Seabrook beach Club. the plan was a mixed-use development that would include three high-rise towers. one was planned to house an “international luxury hotel” and 50 condominiums totaling 100,000 square feet. another would be a high-rise office building with 200,000 square feet of Class a space overlooking Clear Lake. the third was to be a condominium tower, branded separately as the endeavour Lofts on Clear Lake, with 200 units averaging 1,500 square feet per unit. the plan also called for 500 new wet slips, public waterfront boardwalks and both high-end retail and fine restaurants, all to be built to the west of the current indoor dry-stack marina and facilities that is today’s endeavour marina.
one reason for this article was the confusion about the shoreline in el Lago that will become the future home of the brand new, relocated outriggers once the popular waterfront restaurant is forced to close as a result of the on-going hWY. 146 road construction.
roughly 15 years ago, i had a chance to visit with developer garson Silvers who literally bet his farm on building the first high-rise tower along Clear Lake. Silvers mortgaged his tomball-area farm to buy the eyesore that was the el Lago marina (before hurricane ike wiped it out) and build the el Lago marina Condos. the project was to include a 144-unit luxury highrise condo, a 44-suite boutique hotel and 10,000 square feet of retail space including a restaurant and spa. Unfortunately for Silvers, there was quite a political uproar caused by a very vocal minority of waterfront home owners in el Lago who feared their waterfront view might be compromised and the plan was put on hold awaiting a zoning change to remove height restrictions in the city. the restrictions were changed but not before Silvers was forced to lease out the property to generate revenue. he remained loyal to his plan to develop the marina as well as another el Lago high-rise project, the
Lighthouse at 4011. but i remember Silvers explained at the time that, “the highrise market is all about timing.” indeed it was. the combination of losing the race to be first immediately followed by the untimely financial crisis of 2007 and its effect on the real estate market and financing industry put a stop to the local flirtation with high-rise development.
the Lighthouse at 4011 in el Lago was to become the first LeeD-certified high-rise condominium project on the texas gulf Coast. plans for the 19-floor structure originally included parking on the first four floors with residential units ranging from $500,000 to $2.9 million starting on floor five. but because of the turmoil in the financing industry, plans changed for the building to become a hotel with a limited number of condos at the top. plans also changed for the beacon island development on the former Lighthouse island across from the South Shore harbour resort in League City. purchased in December 2006 by the Verandah Companies and Crow holdings, Lighthouse island was cleared of trees and renamed beacon island. the original plan was for a 35-acre development including a gated community of up to 800 luxury residences featuring Carolina-inspired architecture and a grand bridge entrance. two 25-story high-rise towers, two 14-story mid-rise buildings and two 6-story condominiums plus additional townhomes. While there has been residential development on beacon island in recent years, it’s been a slow process and far short of what was originally planned (6 buildings totaling 90 stories and 800 luxury residences). Further east from beacon island along the south shore of Clear Lake in Kemah, there were plans to bring a “new era of high-rises to life” with “Luxury, Country Club Condominium living” at a project called Laguna de Levine. Located
beside the Star Fleet marina and behind portofino harbour marina, Laguna de Levine was to include both a high-rise and mid-rise tower connected by retail shops and a rooftop pool. plans called for the taller tower to feature the “Sky bar” on the top floor overlooking the lake and bay. across the channel in Seabrook, twin 20story condominiums were proposed for Jennings island near the Seabrook Shipyard and an 8-story, 99-unit mid-rise was once planned for the point in Seabrook across the channel from the Kemah boardwalk. other planned projects never to get off of the ground locally include the amstel in League City across the marina form the South Shore harbour resort where the marina Village custom home development is today, the Launch at NaSa in Nassau bay and the apollo in Seabrook was to be built where the turtle Club (barge 295 today) was docked. but fear not, if waterfront, high-rise living is calling you as there are units available on the 22nd, 21st, 19th and 18th floor of the endeavour high-rise overlooking Clear Lake. Call one of the two top realtors in the area (Kimberly harding: 281-554-7653 or Priscilla ennis: 281204-1001) to tour one today.
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PASSION TO PAINT Featured Artist: JENNIFER CARLILE
By Kelley dawson “i've always had a passion to be able to paint. back in 2003, right before i moved to houston, i had a vivid dream in color. in the dream, i was creating huge colorful paintings that were embellished with lots of jewels,” told local artist Jennifer Carlile.
her adoration for colors began when she was a kid. Carlile’s dad worked freelance in advertising. his studio was located on the top floor of their home. She said the studio had big drafting boards and wonderful colored pencils. Carlile recounted she didn’t know how to draw but practiced with shapes and colors not normally put together. She shared, “my dad said i was so good at putting colors together. one day, you’re going to grow up and be an artist.”
then as an older child, Carlile’s mom took her to a gem and jewelry show. Carlile was intrigued. She taught herself jewelry-making which later became a major part of her life. Carlile expressed a want to learn to paint during her high school years.
She disclosed, “it was like i was scared of it; holding back. maybe it wasn’t the right time. god gives you the door to open.” Carlile’s door first opened 14 years ago when she took a painting class from another SCeNe spotlight artist, Dew harvey. “i didn't follow through with painting for several years after that; because i was so busy trying to start up my jewelry business, trying to make some roots in texas, and starting over. i put painting on hold; knowing one day i would return to it,” admitted Carlile. She spent the next ten years running her jewelry businesses. Carlile revealed, “i kept going back to that vivid colorful dream that i had about painting, and i was easily encouraged to take several more art classes at Dew's paint Drops Studio. i've been painting for almost five years now.”
Carlile declared working with color combinations and putting “god’s beautiful creations onto canvas” are what she loves most about painting. She added, “my inspiration is that i'm following my vivid colorful dream and evolving my god-given gifts and talents more each day while creating art that i love and that's exciting for me.”
Carlile paints realism in oils and abstract works with acrylics. her substrates consist of canvas, wood, or anything she may find. “When i want control, i work with oils and take my time to make [the painting] even more awesome,” informed Carlile. She mentioned abstract pieces formed from flow arts are instant gratification. “there’s not as much control. that’s the part i kind of like. i let it be, and it becomes a masterpiece that makes me happy,” she stated. Carlile’s oil paintings’ depths and unique colors epitomize her patience. the attention to details is captivating. her striking abstract creations embody uncommon color combinations that last in the mind’s eye long after the eyes have closed. Carlile enjoys learning new painting techniques and is constantly experimenting. She explained, “When i create art, it's almost like i'm in a therapeutic, colorful trance and just satisfies my soul. it’s helped me through some hard times.” Carlile concluded, “art is my calling. i hope to fulfill what god has given me and can’t wait to see what’s next.”
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View more of Carlile’s works on her website galleryofinspirations.com or email galleryofinspirations@gmail.com. She is also on Facebook. She will have a booth at the Friendswood Art in the Park Outdoor Art & Music Festival November 17 & 18.
CULTURAL ARTS CALENDAR ARTS ART
sept. 8: 5 historic hurricanes of galveston, 4 p.m., bryan museum, 1315 21st St., galveston, 409-632-7685, bryanmuseum.org sept. 13: Yeehaw – Cowboy Culture Series, Cowboys on Canvas, 5 p.m. bryan museum, 1315 21st St., galveston, 409-632-7685, bryanmuseum.org Oct. 13: galveston artWalk, exhibits along the Strand District and all art galleries, 2111 postoffice, 6 – 9 p.m., for more details of exhibits & artists go to galveston.com
MUSIC
Creek Community theatre, 18091 Upper bay rd., Nassau bay, 281-335-5228, www.clearcreekcommunitytheatre.org
sept. 7-16: best of enemies, Fri. & Sat. 8p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., pasadena Little theatre, 4318 allen geneo rd., pasadena, 713540-9489, www.pasadenalittletheatre.org
sept. 11: Fundraiser gala event, 6:30 p.m., pasadena Little theatre, 4318 allen geneo rd., pasadena, 713-540-9489, pasadenalittletheatre.org sept. 21 & 22: 20th annual gulf Coast Film Festival, Lakewood
sept. 15: bay area bluegrass association Show, 6 p.m., Johnny arolfo Civic Center, 300 W. Walker, League City, www.bayareabluegrass.org
sept. 29: Wynonna & the Noise 8 p.m., the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, www.thegrand.com
DANCE
Oct. 5 & 6: parisian Nights ballet bites, bay area houston ballet & theatre, University of houston – Clear Lake, bayou theatre, 27009 bay area blvd., 281-480-1617, www.bahbt.org
PHOTOGRAPHY
sept. 27: 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 & FILM
sept. 7 -23: Doublewide texas, Fri 8 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., bay area harbour playhouse, 3803 hwy. 3, Dickinson, 281-337- ShoW(7469), harbourtheater.com sept. 7 -23: Shout! the mod musical, Fri 8 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Clear
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 a.m., 600 S. broadway, La porte, 281-471-4022, 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, 713454-1940, 1940airterminal.org.
Yacht Club, for more information refer to art column, www.gulfcoastfilmfest.com
sept. 27: Jigsaw Jones and the Case of the Class Clown, 10 a.m. the grand 1894 opera house, 2020 postoffice St. galveston, 409-763-2481, www.thegrand.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 tuesday morning & computer classes forming, 281-474-9142, hcpl.net
Freeman & Memorial Library: book babies on monday, tuesday & Wednesday at 10:15 a.m., toddler time on monday, tuesday & Wednesday at 11:15 a.m. 16616 Diana Lane, houston, 281-488-1906, hcpl.net helen hall Library: toddler Story time, monday 10:15 a.m., preschool Story time,
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., 281-474-2551, abnc.org Battleship Texas, state historic site: 3255 highway 134, La porte, 281-4792431, www.tpwd.texas.gov
Bay Area Museum - Lunar Rendezvous exhibit and space memorabilia: open tuesday – Sunday, Clear Lake park, 5000 NaSa parkway, Seabrook, 281326-5960, www.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, www.galvestonmuseum.com.
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20th Gulf Coast Film Festival Presents Winning Films and Awards
ARTS
By domino Taylor
the 20th annual gulf Coast Film & Video Festival will take place September 21 and 22 in bay area houston – Seabrook. Film Screenings will take place on Friday, September 21 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, September 22 morning at 9 a.m. at the Lakewood Yacht Club in Seabrook. the Saturday night gala and awards banquet on September 22 at 7 p.m. will also be at the Lakewood Yacht Club. the gala will present the Lifetime achievement award to the talented and beautiful Suzanne Savoy. ms. Savoy Suzanne Savoy as Patti Whittaker in House of Cards is tV, radio and stage actor who appears in recurring roles on house of Cards, better Call Saul, Steven Soderbergh’s the Knick, and in comedy skits on John oliver’s Last Week tonight. the release of her most recent film, the Weinsteins’ the Upside, has been suspended due to allegations surrounding the company. While living in houston during the 1980s and ‘90s, she worked with dozens of local writers and directors, crafting a career which spanned all media and which found her in principal and starring roles in the trust, miller and muller, the man With the perSuzanne Savoy - 2018 Honoree fect Swing, the Cellar, america’s most Wanted, and many other projects.
Past Gulf Coast Film Festival Honorees
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Gary Chason 2017
June Griffin Garcia 2016
Lew Temple 2015
Brad Leland 2014
Robert Patrick 2013
Brandon Smith 2012
Marsha Mason 2011
Cheryl Tiegs 2010
Jon Lovitz 2009
Erin Gray 2008
Jasmine Guy 2007
Robert Wuhl 2006
Armand Assante 2005
Janine Turner 2004
Barry Corbin 2003
Melissa Gilbert 2002
Loretta Swit 2001
Walter Coblenz 2000
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ms. Savoy was founder, and for ten years, the director of houston’s mercury Studio, which provided training to on-camera artists over a period of two decades. She has voiced numerous cartoons and animé characters and appeared in the classic early video game, Crusader: No remorse, created by origin Systems in austin, texas. Now living in New York and working tri-coastally, ms. Savoy still makes time to work on select projects with emerging film-makers. besides her busy film, video, radio, and tV career, ms. Savoy currently tours and lectures throughout the US and Canada with her one-woman stage show, Je Christine, based on the life and works of medieval author Christine de pizan.
ARTS
Directors, actors and tV personalities along with miss Kemah will be celebrity presenters and will be on hand for photos and autographs.. Some of the celebrity guest include pbS host, ernie manouse. Local director michelle mower will be given the ernie robertson esteem award for her outstanding films on Lifetime network.
Arts Calendar: Cont. From Page 21
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.
Moody Gardens: 24-hour animal webcam and other exhibits, galveston, moody gardens, 800582-4673, 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, 409766-7829, 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 is above and beyond at Space Center houston, 1601 NaSa parkway, Nassau bay, 281-224-2100, spacecenter.org. Certified autism Center. Sept. 10, 7 p.m. Speaker Series
Texas City Museum: open tuesday to Sunday, 409 6th Street N., texas City, 409-643-5799, texas-city-tx.org/museumabout.htm
Texas seaport Museum: opening of the trade routes 1853, 2100 harborside Dr., galveston, galvestonhistory.org
To be in The sCeNe Arts Calendar email domino Taylor at dominotaylor@yahoo.com
Films from all across america and the world were presented to the gulf Coast Film & Video Festival. tickets can be bought on their website, gulfcoastfilmfest.com, tickets for the film screenings at the Lakewood Yacht Club can be bought at the door also. the gala and award tickets must be bought in advance. Founder, hal Wixon states, “We welcome everyone to our 20th film festival and it will be full of surprises and celebrity guests and the films are fantastic. to Celebrate our 20 years, the gala will be at the prestigious Lakewood Yacht Club, with a beautiful backdrop on Clear Lake and likewise for the screenings. Come be a part of this milestone celebration.”
gulf Coast Film Festival was awarded best Film Festival by the houston press. there is time still for sponsors to participate. Join this non-profit art event on their Facebook page and keep up with gulf Coast Film & Video Festival and all the new additions and announcements. hotels in area supporting the festival are also on their website. the Cities of Seabrook and Nassau bay and houston Film Commission are sponsoring this event. For more information refer to their website, www.gulfcoastfilmfest.com. that’s a wrap!
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Weekends on the Water
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WABOS Water Sports 2515 NASA Parkway Seabrook, TX 77586 713-510-0516
Kayak Shack 622 Marina Bay Drive Kemah, Texas 77565 832-429-2094
Extreme Water Sports 1723 61st St. Galveston, TX 77551 409-539-3455
Lakewood Yacht Club Opens Registration for 2018 Harvest Moon Regatta
Lakewood Yacht Club will host the 32nd annual harvest moon regatta october 2528. the 150-nautical mile race begins at the pleasure pier (Flagship hotel pier) in galveston and follows the texas coast to port aransas over the course of 2 days and 2 nights -- when the night sky is dominated by the beautiful harvest moon.
Founded in 1987, the annual harvest moon regatta event has grown from just under 20 boats to more than 200 boats. this highly anticipated offshore regatta is open to seasoned racers and non-competitive sailors and is raced down the gulf Coast under an orange-red moon reflecting off the gulf's dark blue waters.
Following the race, the sailboats raft up at the port a City marina for a fun-filled weekend that includes the Welcome Sailors bacardi rum party, sponsored by original race sponsor bacardi rum. Close to 2,000 sailors and guests enjoy each other's company as well as refreshing beverages, catered bar-be-que and live entertainment, followed by a lively awards ceremony. Sailors can register at harvestmoonregatta.com. the entry fee is $180 plus a port a City marina Docking Fee based on length overall of your vessel. U.S. Sailing members receive a $10 discount. See Notice of race for on the harvest moon regatta website for more details.
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Lakewood Yacht Club enjoyed busy month with Bay Cup II and Heald Bank Regatta
Lakewood Yacht Club (LYC) hosted the 2018 Bay Cup ii Regatta august 4. LYC had 11 members finish in the top three, along with three taking the win in their class. Skipper robert brann took 1st among the J/105s, Jim Demarest won the phrF Spin (Non-Sprit) class, and LYC's 2018 Commodore ashley Walker beat out the competition among the phrF Non-Spin boats. below are the top finishers in each category.
J/105: 1st place / radiance / robert brann / LYC; 2nd place / infinity / Uzi ozeri / LYC; 3rd place / Stinger / J b bednar / LYC PhRF spin (Non-sprit): 1st place / Sodalis iii / Jim Demarest / LYC; 2nd place / outrageous / Ken humphries / hYC; 3rd place / Wildcat / Kevin orff / LYC PhRF spin (sprit): 1st place / harm's Way / andy Wescoat / gbCa; 2nd place / Water Nymph / brian tulloch / hYC; 3rd place Second Star / J.D. hill / LYC/gbCa PhRF Non-spin: 1st place / good News / ashley Walker / LYC; 2nd place / Sweet peril / thomas reiser / LYC; 3rd place / tanura / tim Vogelsang / LYC/gbCa Cruising spin: 1st Firewater Walter horton gbCa; 2nd Leopard robert hunkins LYC/gbCa; 3rd Stellar of Course ronald eddleman gbCa/tmCa Cruising Non-spin Classic Canvas: 1st place / high Cotton / Kent morrison; 2nd place / Seahorse / michael Clark; 3rd place / hobgloblin / marty pedowicz / LYC bay Cup ii is the second in the two-race series, the first of which was sailed in the spring. overall trophies for the bay Cup series were given out at the post-race party Saturday evening in the LYC ballroom. 2018 bay Cup Series winners were: J/105: infinity / Uzi ozeri; PhRF spin (Non-sprit): Sodalis iii / Jim Demarest; PhRF spin (sprit): Second Star / J.D. hill; PhRF Non-spin: good News / ash Walker; Cruising Classic Canvas: Seahorse / michael Clark robert greaney provided the entertainment at Saturday night's dinner and awards party while guests socialized and savored great food and tasty drinks. bay Cup proceeds benefit bay access, a non-profit charitable organization fostering amateur racing and sailing on galveston bay.
J-Fest Regatta Oct 12-14 • Galveston Bay
Harvest Moon Regatta Oct 25-28 • Galveston Bay
LAKEWOOD YACHT CLUB 281-474-2511
HOOD Regatta Sept 22-23 • Galv. Bay
HYC Turkey Day Regatta Nov 17-18 • Galv. Bay
HOUSTON YACHT CLUB 281-471-1255
Lakewood Yacht Club and bay access Foundation hosted the 2018 heald Bank Regatta august 17-18 under near perfect sailing conditions. "heald bank is an offshore regatta that is sailed in the gulf and follows a triangular course that starts and finishes in galveston," LYC race Chairman bob hunkins remarked. "We had great offshore sailing conditions, a fun post-race party, awesome volunteers and, as always, generous sponsors to help make this event a success."
GBCA Rum Races #8 Sat, Sept 15 • Galv. Bay #9 Sat, Sept 29 • Galv. Bay Singlehanded Regatta Oct 6 • Galveston Bay
GBCA Mixed Doubles Oct 7 • Galveston Bay
Jimmy buchanan skippered LYC Dec 1 • Galveston Bay member hans Knickrehm's Seute GALVESTON BAY CRUISING Deern to win the Texas NavigaASSOCIATION (GBCA) tor Trophy, which is awarded to the overall winner in the Non-Spin class. The Old Winch Trophy, awarded to the overall winner of the Spinnaker class went to LYC member ted greak on edelweiss.
Chili Chase Regatta
other top finishers at this year's regatta were: PhRF Cruising Non+spin classic Canvas: evan macaluso / it's about time / Sailtime houston PhRF Non-spin: hans Knickrehm / Seute Deern, skippered by Jimmy buchanan / LYC PhRF spin division A: Jim Demarest / Sodalis iii / LYC PhRF spin division B: ted greak / edelweiss / LYC
Kevin bednar, galveston bay Cruising association board of governors member awarded the Texas Navy Cup to heeJung Wescoat, who skippered harms Way. the S. rhodes Fisher trophy will be awarded at houston Yacht Club's 2018 turkey Day regatta awards by a descendant of S. rhodes Fisher.
AT T R A C T I O N S
Featured Attractions 1. Space Center Houston Visit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. Applaud the accomplishments of NASA and the U.S. manned space flight program at Space Center Houston. You will relive the past achievements of the space program and witness today's history in the making. Everything you see in the facility is realistic. Space Center Houston's creators kept in close contact with NASA to ensure the most accurate experience. Each attraction is selfguided so you can spend as much time, or as little time, in each areas as desired. Most guests spend four to six hours in the Center. Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston tickets available at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-474-9700.
1601 NASA Parkway • 281-244-2100
2. MOODY GARDENS
spacecenter.org
6. BATTLESHIP TEXAS
3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431
10. ELLINGTON FIELD
14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY
510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200
6310 Avenue T. ............409-925-1401
New Location
1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673
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7. LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM
11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENT
15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR
4. SCHLITTERBAHN
8. GALVESTON PLEASURE PIER
12. BAYOU WILDLIFE ZOO
16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS
5.THE LINKS AT GREEN CAYE
9. PIRATES BAY WATER PARK
13. ARMANDBAYOUNATURECTR.
17. RAILEAN DISTILLERY
710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880
2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283
2100 Caroline St. ........281-337-2021
11551 Aerospace Ave..346-708-2517
2501 Seawall Blvd. ....1.855.789.7437
5300 East Road (Baytown) ..281-422-1150
One Monument Circle ......281-479-2421
5050 FM 517, Alvin ........281-337-6376
8500 Bay Area Blvd.........281-474-2551
2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000
1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400
341 5th Street (San Leon). 713-545-2742
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18. SYLVAN BEACH PARK on Galveston Bay in La Porte . . . . . . .281-471-5020 19. BAY FOREST GOLF COURSE 1900 South R Street (La Porte) . . .281-471-4653 20. PINE GULLY PARK 535 Pine Gully Rd. @ Toddville (Seabrook) . . . . .281-474-3286 21. OLD SEABROOK NASA Parkway @ Hwy 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-474-3869 22. PUTT PUTT FUNHOUSE 806 NASA Parkway . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-333-0579 23. BUTLER’S LONGHORN MUSEUM 1220 Coryell (League City) . . .281-332-1393 24. CLEAR CREEK WINERY 709 Harris Ave. (Kemah) . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-334-8300 25. CINEMARK 18 20915 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-332-0951
26. TOP GOLF 21401 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-657-1300 27. BAYBROOK MALL 500 Baybrook Mall Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-488-4620 28. MAGNOLIA GREEK GOLF COURSE 1501 Bay Area Blvd. . . . . .281-557-0555 29. BEACON LAKES GOLF CLUB 801 FM 646 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-337-1459 30. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR CC 4300 South Shore Harbour . . . .281-334-0521
GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS:
31. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 32. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 33. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Galveston . . . . . . . .713- 629-3700 34. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . . . .409-765-5930 35. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 36. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 37. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand . .409-765-5700 38. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 39. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . . .409-766-STAR 40. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . . .409-797-5114
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41. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 42. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 43. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 44. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . . . .713-658-8938 45. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 46. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas . .713-853-8000 47. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500 48. BBVA COMPASS STADIUM 2200 Texas Avenue . . . . .713-276-7500 49. DOWNTOWN HOUSTON AQUARIUM 410 Bagby . . .713-223-3474 50. HOUSTON ZOO 6200 Hermann Park Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .713-533-6500
Bakkhus Taverna
Mamacita’s
T-bone Tom’s
Skallywag
Scout Bar
Where To EAT & DRINK Luna’s
Russo’s Pizza
Monkey Bar
Katie’s Bar
Caps & Corks
1. Aspens................817 Clear Lake Rd. (Clear Lake Shores) 2. Bakfish Brewing Co. ..............1231 Broadway (Pearland) 3. Antonini’s Subs and Steaks ........602 6th Street (Kemah) 3. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 4. Bayview Duck ..............................3131 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) 5. BARge 295 ..................2613 1/2 NASA Pkwy. (Seabrook) 6. Beers Looking At You ..........17074 Highway 3 (Webster) 8. Boondoggles ....................4106 NASA Parkway (El Lago) 9. Buck Wild ..............1025 West NASA Parkway (Webster) 10. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 11. Caps and Corks ..........500 Baybrook Mall in Food Court 12. Classic Cafe ....................2511 NASA Pkwy. (Seabrook) 13. Center Court Pizza & Brew ......3202 Marina Bay Blvd. J 14. Clear Creek Winery ..........................709 Harris (Kemah) 15. Chelsea Wine Bar ............4106 Nasa Pkwy # F (El Lago) 16. Chasin’ Tails ............................2402 Bay Area Boulevard 18. Cock-Eyed Seagull ......................1010B E. Nasa Road 1 19. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ........309 4th Street(Kemah) 20. Crescent City Sports & Oyster Bar ..16605 El Camino Real 22. Dempsey’s Sports Pub ..20801 Gulf Freeway (Webster) 23. Dan’s Pizza Company ................................15148 Hwy 3 24. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..........2111 FM 517 25. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake ..................2110 Bay Area Blvd. 26. Don Pico’s - Pasadena ..............4940 Fairmont Parkway 27. Duo Winery & Cider Co. ................2006 Dickinson Ave 28. Easy Street Lounge ......112 N. Highway 3 (League City) 29. Esteban’s Cafe & Cantina..............402 West Main Street 31. Fatty’s..................................1717 2nd Street (Seabrook) 32. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ..............20760 Gulf Frwy 33. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ................1300 Broadway 34. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ......................4449 NASA Rd. 1 35. Galveston Bay Beer Co. 12900 Fm 3436 Rd (Dickinson) 36. Garage Bar & Grill......1755 Hwy. 35 N Bypass Rd. (Alvin) 37. Gio’s Flying Pizza ....................................630 FM 517 Rd 38. Gordon St. Tavern....................114N. Gordon St. (Alvin) 39. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ............1232 W. FM 646 40. J. Henry's Draught House ....1105 Clear Lake City Blvd. 41. Jackie’s Brickhouse ..1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 42. Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen ..........1108 Marina Bay Drive
Antonini’s Subs
Pelican Grill
Mediterraneo
South Belt • Pasadena • Galveston Bay • Galves
44. Katie’s......................................................315 Grand Ave. 45. Las Anitas............................................4622 NASA Rd. 1 46. La Brisa - Bacliff ......................................4001 Hwy 146 47. La Brisa - League City ..........501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 49. Las Haciendas • NASA ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1 50. Las Haciendas • I-45 ......................12933 Gulf Freeway 51. Las Haciendas • South Shore ........2951 Marina Bay Dr. 52. Legends Sports Grill........................6011 W Main Street 53. Lone Star Grill ..........................3435 Hwy 146 (Bacliff)) 54. Luna’s Mexican Restaurant ......6555 South Shore Blvd. 55. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..............101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 56. Main Event ......................................1125 Magnolia Ave. 57. Marais ....................................2111 FM 517 (Dickinson) 58. Malay Malay ..........2508 Gulf Fwy S #102 (League City) 59. Mamacita’s - Clear Lake........................515 E Nasa Rd 1 60. MamaRita’s - Pasadena..............7325 Spencer Highway 61. Maribelle’s ....................................3136-C NASA Road 1 62. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ......1304 Bayport (Hwy 146) 63. Masa Sushi Fusion ..............................977 Nasa Road 1 64. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ............................1804 W. FM 646 65. Masa Sushi Japanese Restaurant ..1788 S. Friendswood Dr. 66. Mediterraneo Cafe & Pizza ............2409 Falcon Pass Dr. 67. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ........18033 Upper Bay Rd. 7. Merlion ......................................1301 4th St. (Seabrook)) 68. MichiRu Sushi ......................20911 Gulf Fwy. (Webster) 69. Midnite Slice ..........................1605 Main St. (Seabrook) 70. Monkey Bar................................605 6th Street (Kemah) 71. Noah’s Ark Restaurant..............4438 Boulevard (Bacliff) 72. Nobi Public House............241 E NASA Pkwy, (Webster) 73. Opus Ocean Grill ................................1002 Aspen Road 74. Palapa Bar..................................608 6th Street (Kemah) 75. Pomodoro’s Cucina Italiana ........2700 Marina Bay Drive 76. Pizza Here ............................609 Bradford Ave. (Kemah) 77. Preamble Lounge & Craft House ....20801 Gulf Fwy #12 78. Russo’s NY Pizzaria ........1660 W. FM 646(League City) 79. Rosewater ....................................1606 Clear Lake Blvd. 80. Railean Distillery ................341 5th Street (San Leon) 81. Saloon Door Brewing Co. ..............105A Magellan Circle 82. Sam’s Boat ..................................13101 NASA Parkway
Dan’s Pizza
Scotty’s OTB
Tookie’s
83. San Luis Resort ........................5 84. Scotty’s Pub .............................. 85. Scotty’s Pub On The Bay ........... 86. Scout Bar ................................... 88. Signatures ..................3659 NA 89. Skallywag Suds N' Grub ............ 90. Skipper’s..................1026 FM 20 91. South Shore Harbour Resort..250 92. Star Cinema Grill ......702 Baybr 93. Star Fleet Marina ...................... 2 94. Stuttgarden Tavern On the Stran 95. Stuttgarden Tavern Texas City....10 43. Stuttgarden Kemah .................... 96. Thai Spice Kitchen ..................30 97. Thai Stellar ......................803 NA 98. The Spot ........................3204 Se 99. The Hop ....................................1 100. Texas Roadhouse ..........18194 101. The Tree House................901 N 102. Time Out Sports Bar #1 ......... 103. Time Out Sports Bar #2 .......... 104. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ..........4 105. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Ba 106. Tookie’s Burgers ....................4 107. Tookie’s Seafood..........1106 B 108. Topwater Grill ......................81 109. T-bone Tom’s ........................... 110.Tuscany Bistro..................2951 111. Union Tavern ............................ 112. Valdo’s Seafood House ........... 113. Volcano Room......................... 115. Zone 504 ................................. 116.-125. KEMAH BOARDWALK R 116. Aquarium; 117. Pizza Oven; 1 119. The Flying Dutchman; 120. Ba 121. Cadillac Bar; 122. Bubba Gump 123. Lighthouse Buffet; 124. Landr 125. Saltgrass Steakhouse
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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
Sigma Brewing Co. 3118 Harrisburg Blvd Houston, TX 77003
Buffalo Bayou Brewing 5301 Nolda St. Houston, TX 77007
SpindleTap Brewery 10622 Hirsch Rd Houston, TX 77016
Karbach Brewing 2032 Karbach Street Houston, TX 77092
City Acre Brewing 3418 Topping St Houston, TX 77093
Brash Brewing 10 W Crosstimbers Rd, Houston, TX 77018
Whole Foods Market Brewing 1700 Post Oak Blvd. Houston, TX 77056
Saint Arnold Brewing 2000 Lyons Ave. Houston, TX 77020
Platypus Brewing 1992 Washington Ave. Houston, TX 77007
Town in City Brewing 1125 West Cavalcade Houston, TX 77009
Holler Brewing Company 2206 Edwards St. Houston, TX 77007
Eureka Heights Brewing 941 W 18th Street Houston, TX 77008
Running Walker Beer 3421 FM 359 Richmond, Texas
Back Pew Brewing 26452 Sorters-McLellan Rd Porter, TX
11 Below Brewing 6820 Bourgeois Rd Houston, TX
Texas Leaguer Brewing Company 13503 Pike Rd. Missouri City, TX 77489
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 Baileson Brewing 2322 Bissonnet Houston, Texas 77005
Under The Radar Brewery 1506 Truxillo St. Houston, TX 77004
Great Heights Brewing 938 Wakefield Dr, Houston, TX 77018
Huff Brewing Co. 9807 Koehn Rd. Bellville, TX 77418
Lone Pint 507 Commerce Street Magnolia, TX 77355
Brigadoon Brewery #1 & Brew School 21778 FM 1774, Plantersville, TX 77363
Southern Star Brewing 1207 N FM 3083 Conroe, TX 77303
Brazos Valley Brewing 201 W. First St. Brenham, Texas 77833
B52 Brewing 12470 Milroy Ln, Conroe, TX 77304
Ingenious Brewing 1986 S Houston Ave, Humble, TX 77396
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Favorite Texas brewed beer? That's tough but right now I might have to go with Moo Caliente from Eureka Heights. Favorite non-Texas brewed beer? Clown Shoes Hoppy Feet
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What beer styles or classifications do you feel could possibly be overlooked by local beer enthusiasts? Here in Texas I have to say stouts. I grew up outside of Chicago so I drink them year round but here most people only like them when the temp finally goes down below 90.
Describe a Bucket List setting or event where you hope to enjoy a beer one-day? Oktoberfest in Germany since I've been able to do CBC and GAB
Describe your favorite setting or event which you have enjoyed a beer? Being a musician I'd say at a concert or of course on the patio in November
The last and/or most interesting job you held before becoming a professional brewer. Touring Musician.
Words of advice to anyone hoping to turn their passion of brewing and beer into a career. Take brewery tours, ask questions, homebrew as much as possible, and brew with other people so you can pick up as much information as you can. If you get the chance to work at a brewery don't be afraid to start low and work up. I started here as the delivery driver The state of the Texas craft beer scene is growing at a ridiculous rate and it's amazing
Favorite perk of working in a brewery is drinking my own awesome beer of course
Least favorite aspect of working in a brewery is this Texas summer heat!
If you had to start working in one other brewery starting tomorrow which brewery would it be and why? I'd say Urban Forest Craft Brewing in Rockford Illinois. It's owned and run by good friend Alex Cando who taught me most of what I know about brewing from when we worked at a homebrew shop together. The man makes absolutely amazing beer.
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UPCOMING TEXAS CRAFT BEER FESTIVALS FEATURED EVENT
Kemah Boardwalk Craft Beer Fest Sept. 15, 2018 Kemah Boardwalk Kemah, TX
Harker Heights Food, Wine & Brew Festival Sep 8, 2018 Community Park Harker Heights, TX
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Woodforest Craft Fest Sept. 22, 2018 Christine Allen Nature Park Montgomery, TX
Texas Craft Brewers Fest. Sept. 29, 2018 Fiesta Gardens Austin, TX
Hanger Bash Oct. 13, 2018 Lone Star Flight Museum Houston, TX
San Antonio Beer Festival Oct. 20, 2018 Dignowity Park San Antonio, Texas
Best Little Brew Fest In Texas Oct 20, 2018 Old Town Lewisville Lewisville, TX
SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE
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.
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: 500 Baybrook Mall Space #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.
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. ------------------------
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: 310 Texas Ave, Kemah When/What: 50 cents off any drink until 6pm -----------------------Where: 4624 Nasa Rd 1, Seabrook When: 11am7pm, daily What: Ritas and Draft Beer ------------------------
Where: 1660 W. FM 646, Suite C, League City When: Mon. - Wed. 3-8pm; Thurs. 3-9:30pm, Friday - 3-8pm What: $2 Draft Beer, $4 House Wine, 1/2 off appetizers
Where: 406 Texas Ave. (Kemah) When: Mon. - Fri. 3-6pm; What: $2.99 Margaritas, $3.50 Wells; Draft Specials include $2 Pint Bud Light ($10 Pitcher); $2.25 Shiner Pint ($10.50 Pitcher); $2.75 Dos XX Pint ($11.50 Pitcher); $3.50 Dome Faux’m Pint ($11.50 Pitcher); $3.75 St. Arnold Pint ($11.25 Pitcher); $4.25 Tiki Wheat Pint ($12.75 Pitcher). Sunday Funday: $3 Bloody Marys & Mimosas All Day -----------------------Where: 2402 Bay Area Blvd. When: 4-7pm Daily What: $3.50 house wines, $2.50 domestic draft beer and bottles, $3.50 10 oz daiquiri $3 Wells & food specials.
Where: 6555 South Shore Blvd. When: Mon.-Fri. 11am - 7pm & Sat. 11am - 6 pm What: Drink Specials ------------------------
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
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Where: 609 Bradford Ave, Kemah When: All Day every Monday What: $2 Domestic Bottle Beer -------------------------
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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how long have you been a bartender + how long at Chasin’ Tails: i have been a bartender for about 15 years, and i have been working at Chasin tails for a little over 3 1/2 years.
What do you love about working at Chasin’ Tails? i love that it is locally owned and small (for now). i am not a fan of big corporate chains. the owners are some of the best bosses i have ever had! We have a great relationship so that makes my job a lot easier.
YOuR favorite day of the week to work at Chasin’ Tails & why? i would have to say thursday and Friday are my favorite days. they are my busier shifts of the week for me, and i like to keep moving. also the majority of our regulars come in on those nights and that makes for an entertaining night.
Top 3 drinks you recommend to customers at Chasin’ Tails? aNY of our daiquiris, moscow mules, and Caramel apple
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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Top 3 dishes you recommend to customers at Chasin’ Tails? appetizer: Crab balls, entree: Seafood burrito, Dessert: bread pudding bites
Are there any new drinks or promotions you're excited about? Football season is here so i am excited for Sunday specials!
What do you do when not at work? being
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a mom and finishing my degree mostly. i do hang out with friends when i can.
The most rewarding part of your job (emotionally)? being a bartender is like being a therapist sometimes. the most rewarding part of my job is if i can make someone’s day just by listening to their story and giving them a good experience. there are times that they help me out as well by listening to me or giving me advice. What is your favorite thing about summer? the weather! most people think i am crazy for saying that, but i love the heat and some sunshine. my birthday is the first day of summer, so i guess i was born that way.
5 words that describe you: mother, outgoing, witty, sassy, leader Best tip you ever got: $300! it was a onetime thing, but you can imagine i was pretty stoked! What do you love about Bartending? meeting new people and getting to know them. the fast pace and high energy. and teaching other, i love all my proteges!
What motivates you? my daughter is my biggest motivation! i want to be a strong mother and role model for her.
TOOKIE’S HAMBURGERS (406 texas avenue, Kemah):
Game day specials: During regular season football games, enjoy happy hour prices such as $2.99 margaritas, $3.50 wells; draft specials include $2 pint bud Light ($10 pitcher); $2.25 Shiner pint ($10.50 pitcher); $2.75 Dos XX pint ($11.50 pitcher); $3.50 Dome Faux’m pint ($11.50 pitcher); $3.75 St. arnold pint ($11.25 pitcher); $4.25 tiki Wheat pint ($12.75 pitcher). on Sundays, enjoy $3 bloody marys and mimosas all day. tV bragging rights: 12 tVs throughout the restaurant. NFL & College Games: Yes. Point of difference: outstanding burger menu. Souvenir cups are always available with $8 rita refills and cheap beer refills.
T-BONE TOM’S (707 highway 146, Kemah) Food & drink spe-
cials: Sundays they have $2 domestic drafts and 69¢ wings during football games. TV Bragging Rights: plenty of large hDtVs to watch the game throughout the restaurant and under the palapa in tom's backyard. NFL and College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: all fans are welcome; painted faces and foam fingers are optional.
THE PLANK PIRATE BAR @ MARAIS (2015 Fm 517 rd.
east, Dickinson) the games will also be shown in benson’s upstairs. Game day specials: the plank pirate bar offers 27 craft & domestic draft beers, drink specials and a great bar menu in a fun, laid back and super casual atmosphere. TV Bragging Rights: 6 big Screen hDtVs to watch the games. NFL And College Games: Yes! they will show up to 4 different games at a time, depending on customer requests. Fanatical Fans: obviously marais is part of the “Who Dat” nation and a favorite among Saints fans, but texans fans are aLWaYS welcome and the texans games will always be played on more than one tV.
JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE (1053 marina bay Dr.,
Kemah): Game day specials: every Saturday and Sunday brunch 11a.m. to 2 p.m., bucket specials 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., plus $3 mimosas and $4 bloody marys all day. TV Bragging Rights: 30+ big screen tVs. NFL & College Games: Yes! NFL ticket. Points of difference: Full restaurant menu, great drinks, casual setting.
CHASIN’ TAILS (2402 bay area blvd., Clear Lake City): Game day
specials: Various food and drink specials available including $4 extra large domestic draft beers and 50¢ wings, offered all day Saturdays, Sundays and mondays during the football season. Check out their new wing flavors that have been added to their already popular ones. (Dinein only.) in addition from 4 to 7 p.m. (daily) enjoy happy hour which includes $2.50 pints and additional food and beverage promotions. TV Bragging Rights: there are 14 hD tVs spread throughout the restaurant. they are strong supporters of texas teams and will play the sound and games on their larger televisions. NFL and College Games: Yes! they have the NFL ticket, making it possible to show every game played. in addition, they subscribe to the Longhorn and the SeC network for college games on Saturdays. they also recently installed a bose sound bar. Fanatical Fans: texans, of course, Cowboys, Saints and Kansas City fans come to watch their team play. Point of difference: 24 beer taps with many local craft beers that can also be enjoyed. they offer excellent Cajun cuisine and new-concept specialties.
PUB LEVEL (18301 Houston Texans 2018 Schedule egret bay blvd., Suite a, Sun, Sep 9 ......@ Patriots ....12:00 PM Webster) Game day specials: offering $3 big beers Sun, Sep 16 ....@ Titans ......12:00 PM and $1 hot dogs during the Sun, Sep 23 ....vs Giants ......12:00 PM games. TV Bragging Sun, Sep 30 ....@ Colts ........12:00 PM Rights: tons of tVs! thirtySun, Oct 7 ......vs Cowboys ....7:20 PM two 50-inch, two 60-inch Sun, Oct 14 ....vs Bills ..........12:00 PM and two 120-inch projecSun, Oct 21 ....@ Jaguars....12:00 PM tors. they generally run Thu, Oct 25 ....vs Miami ........7:20 PM audio for the featured game. they can show sevSun, Nov 04 ....@ Broncos ....3:05 PM eral games at a time. NFL Sun, Nov 18 ....@ Redskins..12:00 PM And College Games: Yes. Mon, Nov 26....vs Titans ........7:15 PM Fanatical Fans: they have Sun, Dec 2 ......vs Browns ....12:00 PM a fanatical group of Dallas Sun, Dec 9 ......vs Colts ........12:00 PM Cowboys viewers that atSat, Dec 15 ....@ Jets ............3:30 PM tend every Cowboys game at pub Level. Points of dif- Sun, Dec 23 ....@ Eagles......12:00 PM ference: they have 53 Sun, Dec 30 ....vs Jaguars....12:00 PM beers on tap. Check out their food menu. the game room stays busy during the games. they also have beer pong tournaments on Sunday evenings. FUZZY’S TACO SHOP (2660 marina bay Drive, League City):
Game day specials: enjoy Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with $12 mimosa carafes, $1 off hail marys, $1 off chilaquiles and migas, $4 breakfast shots. Sunday nights (4 pm to close) enjoy $3 freezer shots, and for service industry staff: get free order of chips and salsa. TV Bragging Rights: 11 big screen tVs inside and out, and a large projection screen in the bar area. NFL And College Games: Football is a way of life at Fuzzy’s, if it's playing, they're showing it! Fanatical Fans: Yes! they will change stools to sit on their team’s colors. points of Difference: game-changing tacos and touch-down worthy frozen adult beverages.
GIO’S FLYING PIZZA AND PASTA (650 Fm 517, Dickin-
son) Food & drink specials: happy hour during Sunday Night and monday Night Football games, 10 draft beer pint selections and beer flights available for select beers. TV Bragging Rights: Six tVs in cozy bar area, the largest is 70-inch hDtV. they will show up to three different games depending on the fan base at the bar. NFL And College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: texans, LSU, U of h, Ut & texas a&m.
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The SCENE’s Annual WHERE TO WATCH THE GAME Guide
it’s the season for touchdowns, tailgating and team spirit; but if going to the stadium for the game is not an option, when it comes to watching football… it’s really all about the tVs. the local area bars and restaurants listed below have a lot to offer on game day. Whether a texans fan, a 12th man, a Cheese head or part of the “Who Dat” Nation, there are many options for football fans to get into the spirit and cheer on their favorite team.
CABO CLEAR LAKE (2513 NaSa rd. 1, Seabrook): Food &
drink specials: Sunday specials include $16 domestic buckets $19 import buckets with $2 pabst blue ribbon, $3 mimosas, $3 bloody marys and $4 gatorade shots. New texans Football tailgate menu (served on Sundays only): 50¢ Wings, $7 pulled pork Sliders, $9 Loaded Drunken Queso, $6 Deviled eggs, $6 Cabo pretzel and $9 Quesadillas with $4 green teas and $2 Domestic beers. TV Bragging Rights: Cabo has 14 tVs all 50" or bigger and two 70" tVs behind the main bar. they are capable to show up to 3 games at a time. audio will be live for local games only. NFL And College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: the great Seabrook locals!
SKALLYWAG SUDS N’ GRUB (600 6th St, Kemah): Food &
drink specials: bloody mary bar and wing specials during texans home games. TV Bragging Rights: three large hDtVs behind the bar will show texans games every time they are playing and will show other NFL games on another tV at customer’s requests. basically, the majority rules when it comes to football viewing; they will show the game of the team with the most fans. NFL And College Games: they have the NFL ticket on Sunday and will play college football games when they are available and certainly at
customer’s requests. Fanatical Fans: any team with a pirate as their mascot, but all fanatics are welcome at Skallywag.
CRAZY ALAN’S SWAMP SHACK (310 texas ave., Kemah)
Game day specials: Family Fun Football Special: Kids eat free during the NFL games, one child per adult. TV Bragging Rights: plenty of tVs behind the bar and on the patio. NFL And College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: texans and Saints of course!
NOAH’S ARK BAR & GRILL (4438 boulevard St, bacliff)
Food & drink specials: Sunday, monday and thursday 75¢ wings, $2 regular draft beer and $4.25 big-a$$ draft beers. TV Bragging Rights: eight tVs upstairs in the parrots Nest area and 12 tVs downstairs. NFL And College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: texans, of course.
MONKEY BAR (605 6th St., Kemah) Game day specials:
monday nights, enjoy happy hour pricing all day with $1 off wells and $3 domestic pints. Sunday is Sunday Fun-Day all day with $5 bloody marys, $5 $5 micheladas, $5 mind erasers, $5 zipperheads, $3 Lonestar. TV Bragging Rights: 9 tVs to watch the game plus Sunday ticket. NFL And College Games: Yes!
DAN’S PIZZA (15148 hwy. 3, Webster) Game day specials: YeS! rotating daily specials, huge pizzas and wings. TV Bragging Rights: 8 tVs local and cable. NFL And College Games: Yes! points of difference: Dan’s has an old-school pizza parlor atmosphere – arcades, old fashioned root beer on tap – and local houston craft beer on tap.
SCOTTY’S PUB ON THE BAY (3202 marina bay Dr., League
City): Game day specials: During football season, they open at 11 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays and will be serving brunch. Drink specials include $4 bloody marys, $7.50 domestic pitchers and $2.50 well drinks. (evening drink specials start at 7 p.m. with $4.50 Jameson, Jager and Jack). TV Bragging Rights: two 120inch projectors and lots of other tVs including one on the patio. Sound will be available for games. NFL And College Games: Yes! Showing any college football that is on regular cable and all the nationally televised NFL games. Fanatical Fans: they will be hosting texans fans and having game day parties for all of this year.
MAMACITA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT (515 e. NaSa pkwy., Webster): Game day specials: Watch the game in the bar area and enjoy bar-only promotions during football season. TV Bragging Rights: Four large hDtVs in the bar area for great viewing for all. NFL & College Games: Yes! Fanatical Fans: at mamacita’s, they love all NFL teams, but love the texans the most! Wear a texans jersey during the game and sit in the bar area, and mamacita’s will give you a free small queso per group, excluding other promotion combinations. Point of difference: Save time (and energy) and get mamacita’s delivered by Waitr on game Day! (pick up is also available.) BAYSHORE GRILL & BILLIARDS (137 21st Street • San
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Leon): Game day specials: (monday Nights, Sundays & thursday Nights) $12 Domestic buckets & $16.50 import buckets, plus check out their ad for daily specials for Sunday and monday ($3 frozen ritas both days and monday’s kids under 12 eat free). TV Bragging Rights: 17 big Screen tVS and will have sound on for games. NFL And College Games: NFL games. Point of difference: Full service, family friendly restaurant with pool and shuffleboard available during halftime or to keep the kiddos entertained.
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sCOTTY’s PuB ON The BAY the SCeNe’s Fb music splash said Six gun Keys was in the house. this was the first time i’ve seen this combination and was curious how these “texas gulf Coast rockers playing all your favorite ’80s Classic rock, including some alternative and Southern Fried boogie” would fare. No problem here!
Six Gun Keys @ Scotty’s Pub
A BiT OF ViNO - a couple months ago, we stopped into a live music friendly venue, Vino e Formaggio Cafe and thought a follow up would be appropriate… We look forward to someday having them fully on board. Until then, we checked out andrew bateman, the cheese plate and pizza. the food is knockout and bateman better than ever opening the evening with a classical Castilian style interpretation of classic beatles music. a safe to wager would be Sir paul enjoying the show, too. this evening, bateman was trying out a new guitar — one with a smaller body, and a much brighter than usual. this guy is dinner theater caliber… i haven’t Andrew Bateman @ seen many people buy a Vino e band’s CD in recent years, Formaggio but more than several Cafe were buying the music tonight. When can we expect another album? andrew says, “Soon. i’ve been working on my flamenco album for six years and really have a big pile of music built up and wasn’t quite ready as i needed time to build up the studio to capture the sound just right.” i think his music would sell well to the cross country motorbike riders - Free and easy with great tone and articulation... iT’s A WRAP - Summer has been a hot one, but we’ve missed out on the big storms which is fine. Word is that not everybody’s finished with their storm damage repairs to whom we wish the best. in the meantime, the live music was good in august with more spots hopping on the beat, the return of talent that’s been absent awhile, and creativity coming along nicely. remember to keep a copy of the SCeNe magazine with your for when friends stop by and need something to do. every show is a good show, and they’ll think you’re a genius. holiday season will be upon us soon, so make September your month! Cheers!!!
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TOuR sTOP CLeAR LAKe - and reggae was on the ticket. actually an evening of gothic acid metal rock new wave reggae to be more accurate which was Sowflo brought to Scout bar for a stop on their summer tour. perhaps pushing this show even further over the top was their use of the trombone as an integral instrument for accents, solos and groove. opening for Sowflo was an equally eclectic reggae band, audic empire from austin, texas. these young musicians are extremely well schooled which they all credit to their parents, aunts & uncles diverse musical upbringings. When’s the last time you heard an aretha Franklin song sung to reggae? the over the top moment was a full stage jam with Sowflo, audic empire and our own Joe Serrato all on stage… Splendid! Audic Empire @ OPeN MiC - over the years, i’ve always enjoyed open mics where musiScout Bar cians can try out ideas, collaborate, or simply have a good time. each thursday night, the Cock-eyed Seagull has an open mic, hosted by angie emerson. Open Mic @ i understand she’s started Cockeyed an open mic at StuttgarSeagull den in Kemah. many performers i see here over the years have gone on to score gigs in the area on the bigger stages - it’s always good getting an ear on what’s in the works. if you’re a musician, give it a whirl! NeW sPOT ON The BeAT iii - Which would be rockey’s piano bar. this place is the place you read about in the august SCeNe and a worthy Matt & Zach @ replacement to the void left Rockey’s Piano Bar by the departure of Sherlocks in our area. i caught matt & zach on stage that evening along with a huge birthday gathering and more than several music lovers simply out to get their necessary dose of good live music. get yours, too!
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Vinyl Draught 35 - Country will be held at Preamble Lounge & Craft House (20801 Gulf Freeway, Webster, Texas 77598) on Tuesday, Sept. 18 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, Amy Gernaat Robison and Aimee Ravichandran
Chatting with zach, work on their new CD is coming along well. the band keeps extremely busy throughout the region and they’re scheduled to appear again at the upcoming Lone Star rally. i’ve seen the other Swamp Shack on i-10 that is clearly designed to serve lots of food. they don’t have the view of the boats on the water that we do here - We got the better deal.
Zach Tate @ Crazy Alan’s
JACKie’s BRiCKhOuse - mixing things up a bit continues to be the mantra at the brickhouse, and we liked what we saw in august. reading the SCeNe’s Facebook splash on what was happening musically, i saw bC was scheduled to play at the brickhouse - my mind thought brian Carrion, bC…. Wait, what? the bC i remembered was an intense (LoUD & poWerFUL) electric show in a three piece band, starred in his own “real” music video production, went to Nashville to learn the BC @ ropes and went on to Jackie’s asia to see the world. Brickhouse Was this the same bC? this bC was nothing like that bC, playing a one person show with an acoustic guitar and keys (something i’ve NeVer seen bC play before), crafting loops on the fly into catchy arrangements so very much unlike the other bC, yet with an intelligence of invention that was the hallmark of the bC i knew. Still with me? technically impressive with as many as 8 parts working complete with passages and changing dynamics, the music was no longer an in-your-face statement of youth but a tasteful serving ranging from easy listening ’70s to hip hopping new wavey fusion funky looping reggae interpretations of the b-52’s. the bC i recalled played a heady style of music that required a degree of intellect to comprehend. this bC played a pure form of music capturing the muse of the brickhouse audience old and young. our area has been recovering from punches to the gut in several forms - many left to find their fortunes elsewhere leaving the area open for the taking. as my friend Lily said, those of us who stayed will welcome those who return with open arms. Welcome back!
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NeW sPOT ON The BeAT ii - the newly relocated tookie’s has a new patio deck with columns built for stout, as if they must know a thing or three about high water. a deck party was in order and which was the tookie’s anniversary party complete with staff was dressed in full ’70s hippie attire and that Robert Greaney 70’s thing gracing the stage. i think this place is on to something… this band fields a talented @ Crazy Alan’s lineup of pamela Saxon (lead vocalist), Chris Neman, mike mcCulloch, todd Fulks and Joe Cavazos (axe, keys, percussion, and bass/keys). i’m pencilling this band onto the list of bands that we will likely see someday on the big stage at the various community festivals along the 146 corridor. and for tookie’s, thanks for all the great meals and cheers to the years ahead!!! CRAZY ALAN’s sWAMP shACK i - With a successful season of rock the Dock under our belts, it was time to check other stops in the Lighthouse District. a stop into the Swamp Shack was in order where we found a patio full of diners along with Canadian football and the astros on the big screens — life was good. on stage was robert greaney and the live music simply made life much better. this was the third night we enjoyed greaney and each time, his genre playlist has rarely overlapped in terms of tone and content. in earlier shows, he would be predominately parrot head or ’60s electric rock. this evening, robert was delving into blues, Cash & beatles all with a country swing on his acoustic with such ease, you would think he was playing an electric. Keep greaney on your watch list.
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CRAZY ALAN’s sWAMPshACK ii - a band that’s been keeping busy in the region that i don’t get to see that often, zach tate, was on the lineup at the Swamp Shack in august. these guys should be the house band in at least four places in the region and the Swamp Shack is one of them. We mostly associate tate and his full electric band playing at rallies and ice houses in the area. a nicely attended crowd came out to see tate and Lynn raggio on this school night — the night time patio crowd was out in force. Lynn and zach were playing a rare unplugged show and still managed to rock the patio and get the dancers dancing. this is a not often seen sight at the Swamp Shack. - Continued on Page 40
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in addition to abbi Walker’s live entertainment, vendors such as Kendra Scott with her jewelry line will be on hand; and in lieu of a cover, guests are invited to donate to the american heart association as part of a fundraiser for the organization if they so wish.
“anyone who donates will also receive a raffle ticket for prizes for anything from a one-night stay in the penthouse suite with breakfast for two to a one-hour hosted beer, wine, and cheese reception for 20-30 people,” Folden of South Shore harbor said. “but it’s really going to be a great night in general to dance, drink, and have fun!”
the Shimmy & Shimmer Ladies Night out hosted and with live performances by abbi Walker will take place Friday, october 12 at the beautiful South Shore harbour resort and Conference Center in League City. Special abbi Walker room rates will be available for anyone staying the night (when making reservations, mention the abbi Walker room rate!). the dress theme is anything sparkly, and it is free to the public! So mark your calendars, ladies—and when you go, make sure to tell them the SCeNe sent you!
Currently, the Katy, texas, native tours in oklahoma and Louisiana, and performs all over texas—including houston, where he’ll perform next in the Clear Lake area at Jackie’s brickhouse in Kemah, which will also celebrate the CD release of i ain’t playin’ around. “We are really excited! it’s always a lot of fun at Jackie’s, and we are looking forward to a fun, fun night. expect high energy, but traditional country. if you love to dance, you’re going to love it!”
Catch Cooper Wade and his “real-country-music” on September 21 at Jackie’s brickhouse in Kemah starting at 8:30 p.m.! For more updates on Cooper Wade’s music and touring, make sure to “like” the Cooper Wade Facebook page or visit cooperwade.com . and to keep up-to-date with all of the fun forthcoming music events at Jackie’s, make sure to “like” their page or visit jackiesbrickhouse.com— and when you go, make sure to tell them the SCeNe sent you!
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and their first album Don’t Walk away in 2011 that subsequently had four singles released to radio, three of which (“Don’t Walk away;” “Don’t Flirt with a texas man;” and “give me Your heart”) placed on the texas music Chart and texas regional radio report. the second album is now hot off the press, too! i ain’t playin’ around (2018) is currently available on all digital platforms, featuring the single “high time.”
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CONFiRMATiON RuN - a couple months ago, we were tickled getting to see the return of JJ Dynomite, a three piece classic rock band from La porte and knew a return visit was in order and Katie’s, of course, was the place. back then, we had to drive around the block a couple times before finally finding a parking spot, so this time we arrived early. Word has definitely gotten out that these guys are back. this is a good thing, people, as they’ve a faithful following knowing there will be a good time wherever this band plays. there something about bands from La porte, they have a unique grit and energy that is force-of-nature quality. aside from playing their music well, they also were clearly enjoying being back on stage. You would think this band is deafening loud which is not the case. they simply play the music so well, you feel it is louder than it really is. honest… For now, you can catch JJ Dynomite at Katie’s and at the upcoming Lone Star rally. You’ll be glad you did. NeW sPOT ON The BeAT Which would be the bayshore grill & billiards where we stopped by for their grand opening. the place has been completely refreshed inside and out, upstairs and down providing the perfect venue for “entire” family dining. the upstairs floor is a cavernous billiard hall with full-size tables, ample lighting for proper aim, and a big reverberant room that’s well suited for live music. i felt this place had a good feel to it, and let me know if you feel the same. on this grand opening day, billiard players and friends were treated to Jared Waggoner who has played throughout the Clear Lake SCeNe. i remember countless hours in the billiard parlors listening to a jukebox and piped in 8-track music. there’s something about listening to live music while playing that makes incredible sense. more to come...
Southern Shanks @ T-bone Tom’s
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T-BONe TOM’s i & ii - it was about ten years ago this month i started covering live music at t-bone toms, about the same time ike came to town and left its mess. it seemed fitting to drop by on this Wednesday evening for Wood & Wind playing on the Landshark stage. Lots has happened in these parts in the past ten years. Cheers to the decade Wood & Wind @ ahead! T-bone Tom’s also in august, we stopped into tbone’s to check out the Southern Shanks band where mike has teamed up with rachel Walker, James Shabarekh (drums), michael poulos (bass) and matt peters (lead guitar). i’ve been enjoying watching this group retool and putting together a unique sound which they can call their own. this sound they’re working on is “truly” theirs. this evening, i was impressed with their new guy poulos (wondering if he’s related to Steve) and peters who has tastefully wired in dynamics to his showcase of blessed talent. Southern Shank, grown here locally….
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Texas Flood @ Kemah Boardwalk’s Rock The Dock
Loose Notes i’m having trouble thinking we’re on the back stretch of 2018. this year is rolling fast! it must mean we’re having fun. Checking the action out on the SCeNe, i believe the answer is YeS!!! Let’s take it around the horn…
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ROCK The dOCK - in august, we saw texas Flood, a Stevie ray Vaughan tribute band from Dallas. We’d seen this band before at Scout bar where they wore full costume which must have been misplaced for this show. We arrived as the band was into the Jimi hendrix and eric Clapton part of the playlist which raised cheers from the crowd. the audio throughout this year’s series was provided by michael Colby of Sound Sound. Colby has a way of making the big open-air sound sound even bigger. book him…. all in all, i score this year’s rock the Dock series as a success without any hurricane interruptions and consistent large crowds attending these free shows on the Kemah boardwalk main Stage — my vote for best show of the season goes also to the newcomer of the year, Diamond Jack. Cheers!
David Thomas @ Railean Distillery & Buccaneer Bar
RAiLeAN disTiLLeRY & BuCCANeeR BAR - David thomas from Denton came into town in august. thomas plays on tuesday’s at tbone tom’s and this was the first time we heard this old school balladeer at our favorite distillery on the planet in San Leon. this pairing was a perfect fit as were the refreshing vodka cocktails we enjoyed. a musician from the hippie era, thomas sang compelling ditties from arlo guthrie, buffalo Springfield, Lou rawls along with been there, done that assortments of parrothead music. better yet was his lineup of original story-telling songs to strike up one’s muse. this guy’s for real! thomas, a truly gifted musician, got the most notes out of the guitar neck i’ve ever seen in awhile, from his pinky to thumb with finger picking in between. the last time i heard acoustic guitar playing like this was from Steve Shannon and Don eisle. aside from the great songs, thomas passed along a note of relevance, that the musician pay has not changed since the ‘80s so the music you hear being played out live these days are by those who truly enjoy playing and worth listening to when you’re out listening...
NOAh’s ARK - Saturday night was poker night downstairs and the tomz Katz band upstairs in the parrots Nest overlooking on the bay. people pay a lot of money for this kind of view, and we have it here on the beat. a year ago, folks were hunkering in getting ready for harvey. this year was different as patrons were not to be denied this evening as they enjoyed tomz Katz on stage with the warm balmy galveston bay breezes — the breezes that many will be wishing for this upcoming winter.
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Shimmy & Shimmer: Ladies Night Out at South Shore Harbour with Abbi Walker! By sarah Piña
Ladies, grab your girlfriends, anything with glitter, and get ready for a rocking poolside party at South Shore harbour resort! “Shimmy & Shimmer” is South Shore harbour resort and Conference Center’s first Ladies Night out this fall, hosted by texas musician abbi Walker who will fill the evening with her unique brand of “Southern soul.”
“there’s no charge, no cover, and it’s open to the public,” said adam Folden, Food and beverage manager of South Shore harbour. “it will take place by our oasis pool, and there will be a DJ as well as a full bar and food menu. this is a really unique event conceptualized by abbi,” he said of the first-time ever event, which has been a long time coming for abbi Walker.
“i have been in the texas music scene for a while, and i just feel like women are under-celebrated in the industry. i felt like this event was something that was needed. i thought that i would love to be able to build a night to celebrate the women i love and play my music. ‘Shimmy & Shimmer’ is about dancing, dressing up, and having fun. a girls-only event where women can really cut loose!” said Walker, whose music guarantees a non-stop party on the dance floor. a fourth-generation baptist preacher’s daughter who grew up in a musical family, Walker was playing piano and singing at the age of 3.
“When you go to church every week you’re exposed to live music each time, even though you don’t realize it. music has just connected with something in me my whole life. i grew up singing in church, took piano lessons, and eventually starting writing my own music and stepped out to do shows on my own. i did several gospel records, then started doing country,” Walker said, though she feels “country” doesn’t really adequately describe her sound.
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Cooper Wade
Friday, Sept. 21
JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
The Slags
Saturday, Sept 22 CABO
I Am Morbid
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Local Music Spotlight: Cooper Wade &
“Real Country Music”! By sarah Piña
Philip Anselmo & The Illegals Sunday, Sept. 9 SCOUT BAR
in the modern-day era of what is labeled as country music, it seems that pop, hiphop, and rap influences abound, particularly on country radio. as many of these contemporary crossovers and fusions are applauded and awarded, local country musician Cooper Wade and his sound are a definitive breath of Cooper Wade and his “real-countrymusic” hits Jackie’s Brickhouse fresh air—and while it is modon Friday, September 21 ern, the tribute to traditional country music permeates his recordings and live performances. “i like to call it ‘real-country-music.’ real country, and country music, and all three of those together, for a more traditional sound. my band and i pride ourselves on that,” said Wade.
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Tony Vega
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this sound took root early on for Wade, who besides projecting that deep, melodic country sound through his vocals, played several instruments as well, all by a young age.
“When i was 6, i began to play piano, drums when i was 12, and guitar when i was 13. i come from a musical family. my dad was a trumpet player, and my mom was a choir teacher who also had a degree in music,” said Wade, who received a percussion scholarship to baylor University where he later earned a bachelor’s in music (percussion performance) with a minor in piano and voice. it was this time in college when Wade really began to take his talents to the stage. “When i graduated from baylor, i was doing studio work, but that ran opposite schedules with my wife, who was a teacher. So i started playing small venues for the fun of it, and it just kind of took off!” said Wade, who also takes pride in being a husband, father of four, as well as an owner and operator of a successful construction company. “i thought, well, if other people can make a living doing it, so can i.”
Wade’s prediction was right on mark. before long, he and his band, also known as Cooper Wade and Unclaimed Freight, found themselves opening for national acts such as billy Currington.
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Chasin’ Tails is ALWAYS in Season! By shawn domingues
Chasin’ tails Sports bar and Cajun Cuisine is exactly what the name suggests. the marriage of these two concepts (Cajun cuisine and sports bar) is the brainchild of owners Ken and geri Wadsworth (who have experienced previous success in the restaurant industry in Colorado). Ken was transferred here by his employer in 2014, but after 34 years in the corporate world, decided he had had enough. he quit his job and he and geri opened the Cajun restaurant/sports bar they had been dreaming of. Chasin’ tails is known for their award-winning crawfish, but they have plenty to offer during “non-crawfish” season, too. With an extensive menu of homemade authentic Cajun dishes, as well as non-Cajun menu items, 24 beers on tap, five daiquiri machines, a full-service bar and 14 hDtVs to satisfy the sports fans, Chasin’ tails has something for everyone; it’s a great place for dinner with the family, lunch with coworkers, watching the game with buddies or meeting new acquaintances at this friendly neighborhood bar. the casual and fun atmosphere, along with the welcoming staff and their emphasis on customer service, are the reason they have many regulars who have become like family over the last four years. but the main attraction is the food!
Cajuns (like Ken who has roots in Lafayette, La.) take their food seriously, and they take pride in their specialty dishes as if they’re in some eternal Cajun cook-off.
the authenticity of Chasin’ tails Cajun cuisine comes from Louisiana family recipes that have been passed down for more than 100 years, with only slight variations. For example, at Chasin’ tails, the gumbo is boneless. they offer chicken and sausage gumbo to guests, plus their seafood gumbo is made to order. guests are able to choose what seafood they want from a list on the menu (like shrimp, crawfish, scallops, etc.)
at Chasin’ tails, everything is made from scratch with only the freshest ingredients of the highest quality. Ken’s motto is, “only the best is good enough,” especially when it concerns ingredients. While they source locally whenever possible, Ken and geri are also committed to providing the best quality ingredients and the most authentic Cajun food, they drive regularly to a Louisiana smokehouse to pick up the sausage boudin and Cajun pork they serve. they even use their own original recipes for condiments and sauces that are made fresh in-house, like their cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, country gravy and their ever-popular Cajun mustard that they serve with fried finger foods, like the fried shrimp, for dipping. their signature Cajun dishes are popular, but other customer fa-
although many Cajuns seem to be of the mindset that there are only two-and-ahalf seasons of the year – Crawfish Season, Football season and a few months of ‘having to do without’ in between; Chasin’ tails can shed some light on even the Cajun-ist of blackened hearts during those dark times. the “under $10” specials on their menu, served all day, 7 days a week. happy hour specials are offered daily for drinks and appetizers from 4 to 7 p.m. During football season, on Saturdays, Sundays and mondays, they have 50¢ wings all day (dine-in only, various flavors to choose from), plus $4 giant domestic draft beers. the Daiquiri Flight (2 samples from each of the five New orleans-style daiquiris) is offered daily for $9.99.
vorites include the Chicken-Fried Steak (large sirloin steak specially cut and tenderized five times, hand-dipped and fried to perfection, served with choice of homemade meaty country gravy or homemade jalapeño gravy, texas toast and choice of one side), the Seafood burrito (a 12-inch flour tortilla packed full of catfish, shrimp, crawfish and homemade dirty rice then smothered with choice of etouffée and/or cream sauce, comes with texas toast), or the thursday special, philly Cheesesteak Dip (ribeye roast cut in-house and slow-cooked for hours, served alongside onions, mushrooms, peppers and provolone cheese melted on a toasted NoLa style roll with au Jus for dipping).
Ken and geri believe in serving generous portion sizes. For example, the Sunday Special consists of Chicken-Fried Steak (topped with choice of meaty country gravy or jalapeño gravy), two pancakes, two eggs and a side of tator tots for $9.99.
but no matter how big the portions are, loyal customers know to save room for dessert, even if that means taking it to go. the Cajun-inspired dessert menu is sure to entice even the pickiest of eaters. all of the desserts are made from scratch. Customer favorites include bread pudding a La mode (homemade, bread pudding, topped with vanilla ice cream and smothered with their original recipe, warm rum sauce); beignets (four large beignets dusted with powdered sugar and your choice of dipping sauce: chocolate, honey, cinnamon or raspberry); Fried bread pudding bites (eight “bites” of their homemade bread pudding fried then dusted with powdered sugar, topped with homemade rum sauce) and Fried pecan pie (dusted in powered sugar). grab the family or gather your friends and head on over to Chasin’ tails. Don’t forget to tell them you saw it in the SCeNe.
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The closing act for this year‘s festival will be the PIRATES & POETS ALL-STARS (Donny Brewer, Eric Erdman, Melanie Howe, and Kitty Steadman). Catch them on Sunday September 30. See the schedule at www.galvestonbaysongwriters.com
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