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table contents

Health & Wellbeing

Entertainment

Pg. 20 - Give Back to Get Back

Pg. 43 - Evansville Entertainment Pg. 66 - Local Talent:

Covance Investigational Studies

DIY – How To

Michelle Crosbie

Pg. 16 - Change Your Oil

Tips from Mechanic Gordon Durcholz

Lifestyle Pg. 21 - Life is About Balance Get Centered with Yoga 101º

Beauty

Pg. 67 - Soundboard: Exempt

Pg. 68 - Club & Pub Guide Pg. 69 - Local Band Spotlight: The Go Getters

Pg. 72 - Arts & Activities Pg. 74 - Sports

The Highlights

Pg. 18 - Explore London

Reviews

Technology

Pg. 70 - Beer:

A New Offering from WOW

Cuisine & Dining

Pg. 86 - Cinema:

Coupons

Pg. 27 - Local Chef Spotlight

Pg. 94 & 95

Jayson Muñoz

S.I.C. Slam 2012

Pg. 14 - Bluegrass & Blues in the ‘Burgh - April 20 & 21

Pg. 47 - Professional Bull Riders Pg. 52 - uSI Springfest

Mike Posner, Karmin & Black Violin

Pg. 59 - 14th Annual Homes of Note Tour - April 21 Pg. 62 - 77 Recording Studio

Pg. 89 - CD Reviews

El Rio

Quidam

April 13 & 14 at The Ford Center

In Theaters

New Releases

Pg. 26 - What’s Cookin’!

Too Big to Ignore

Local Happenings

Cure What Ales You

Pg. 84 - Cinema:

Shop Local - River City Co-Op

Pg. 8 - Ralphie May

Pg. 12 - Giving Veterans Hope

Shopping

Pg. 22 - Cooking

Fight for a Good Cause

Silent Hill - Downpour

Pg. 76 - Community & Family Pg. 83 - Books: Library Events Pg. 92 - Road Trips:

Pg. 23 - Get A Date with ultra TV

Pg. 6 - Guns & Hoses

Pg. 10 - Cirque Du Soleil’s

Pg. 75 - Video Game Review:

Travel

Features

The Boys of Summer Are Gearing Up

Pg. 17 - Health Skin Begins With Protection Pg. 15 - Gardening Tools & More

april 2012

Pg. 28 - Restaurant Guide Publisher Bashar Hamami Business Manager Sharon Tindle

Sharon@AtomaPublishing.com

Director of Operations Amanda Smith

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Account Executives Mark Hackert Leslie Head Keith LaCrosse

Production Supervisor Jaqulyn Woolsey

Web Programming Jeff Lingis

Graphic Designer Christy Moore

Publication Distribution Dakota Martin J. Parker

Staff Photographer Mark McCoy

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Contributors Aimee Blume Nick Durcholz Joel Easton Brooke O’Shields Miranda Knight Tamatha Lant Jabez Martinez Jae Mills Pam Reimann Brian Ricketts Katie Wilkinson Todd Zachritz

On the cover this month... Guns & Hoses Credit Daniel Knight, Studio B Back Row - Left to Right: Dion Wingerter, Chris Roe, Anthony Turi, and Levi Thene Front Row - Left to Right: Lauryn Roe, Matt Garnett, and Aubrie Ziliak

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ver the past four years, Guns & Hoses, a boxing match that pits policeman against fireman, has become a celebrated Tri-state event. Though it started in the 2,000 seat Coliseum in downtown Evansville, it quickly outgrew that environment and moved to Roberts Stadium. This year, however, it’s moving to the Ford Center, and will hopefully fill more seats than ever. Started by Officer Patrick Phernetton, Guns & Hoses was inspired by a similar boxing match in Saint Louis. Phernetton’s daughter, Mickey Phernetton, has PraderWilli Syndrome, which is a disorder in which a person’s brain sends hunger signals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. People who suffer from Prader-Willi Syndrome would literally eat themselves to death if they were able. Phernetton was already working to raise money to build a group home for sufferers of Prader-Willi Syndrome through a benefit called Music for Mickey, but he saw a good opportunity to raise awareness, money, and hope with a policeman v. fireman boxing match. Phernetton says, “911 Gives Hope is the charity name—but we take half of the money that we raise here and it goes towards the building of an eventual group home for people who suffer from Prader-Willi Syndrome. Currently there are no group homes in the area that cater to people with that disease, and you have to have

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a group home [for their own independence].” Half of the proceeds are donated to 911 Gives Hope. “We’ve got about 100,000 dollars right now that we’ve invested, and we’ll make 50% until we have enough to get it done,” he says. The other 50% of the profits gets spread out pretty evenly across the Tristate area: “We have a seven member executive board, three policemen, three firemen, and a paramedic. And we sit down and decide where the other 50% is going to go. Now that we’re popular, a lot of people contact us and request assistance. Last year we gave to about sixty organizations. We like the smaller local ones—Wish Upon a Star, the Shriner’s Transport program that takes sick kids to the hospital, Big Brothers, Big Sisters… We’ve even done things with individual grants,” he says. “We rarely turn anybody away, but we really like the local. Smaller can make a big impact. Our grants go everywhere from $200 to $5000.”

If you’ve been to the Guns & Hoses match before, you know how exciting the fights are. “The guys take it really seriously,” says Phernetton. “Of course I’m a little biased, but I feel it’s the best live sporting event in the area. We make people a guarantee—if you don’t love it, we’ll give you your money back. I’ve yet to have anyone say it was ‘alright’—everyone loves it. We’re excited about it.” The match is broken into 15 fights, and while there are some veterans who have fought before (and even a handful who fight every year), there are always new faces. “We try not to make it just an Evansville thing— EFD/EPD—because first, selfishly, if we bring in other towns [to fight], we bring in different towns in the audience, too. So we’ve got Madisonville fighting this year, Boonville, Warrick County, Mount Carmel police

department—and it’s growing. I’ve gotten phone calls recently from guys close to Indy that are interested in fighting,” says Phernetton. Though the basic content of the fights won’t be any different, the set up will be changing slightly because of the fight’s new location at the Ford Center. “We’re excited to be down there, because our first year was at the Coliseum so it’s a return to downtown for us. And it’s perfect for the fifth year—the guns have won two years and the hoses have won two, so it’s a grudge-match tiebreaker for year five. The Ford Center also offers the jumbotron and a little more space,” says Phernetton. “I think ultimately, the set up will be similar; there are more floor seats… but I think you’ll see the same basic premise, a little tribute with the fighters coming in. There will be fifteen fights. Just like last year, each one is three one-minute rounds.” Phernetton says the best part about Guns & Hoses is the way it brings people together: “Even though it’s a boxing match, it’s really a family effort. The cops and the firemen have a natural rivalry, but they do this for the right reasons. They get in there, they slug it out, and after the fight they hug each other and raise each other’s hands. They’re not doing it for the money or the glory, they’re doing it for a greater cause, for the right reasons… we love giving away that money and helping those people. But the real credit goes to the guys who step in the ring and throw punches at each other.” — Katie Darby-Mullins Guns & Hoses is Saturday, April 21st at the Ford Center at 7 p.m. Tickets available through all Ticketmaster locations, Ticketmaster. com, or TheFordCenter.com. Tickets start at $15 for general seating. Reserved and ﬂoor seating is also available. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

t is well known in the wacky world of stand-up comedy that a comedian’s life experiences sometimes are the best fodder for new material. Some of the changes are subtle; such as dating, marriages, and raising children. Comedian Ralphie May has experienced life-altering changes which have altered not only his comedic material but every portion of his life. “Last November, I was on my death bed. I was given six hours for the drugs to work to dissolve blood clots in my lungs and clear the pneumonia in my lungs; or they were going to open my neck without anesthesia,” May recalled. “In those few hours I thought about my life, you know. I wrote a five page letter to my son, I wanted him to be a strong man. And I wrote a letter to my daughter - I wanted her to be a strong woman. I wrote an apology to my wife for not taking care of this vessel that her husband rides in. And I thought I was going to die.” May says his near-death ordeal motivated him to not only have better relationships with those he encounters but also changed his focus on his material. Comedy Central recently aired May’s Too Big To Ignore to a huge

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television audience. The title of the special may reference May’s personality, however, May says, “It’s not in reference to me, it’s in reference to a lot of problems that are going on in America right now.” May hit the “big-time” by finishing runner-up on the first season of the television stand-up comedy show “Last Comic Standing.” Since then, May has released four full-length albums and has appeared in 10 comedy specials and films. May has been compared to many legendary comedians but May says he is a blending of some of his favorite performers. “There’s just so many, you know I’m an amalgamation of so many different comedians. Little bit of Sam Kinnison, a little bit of Richard Pryor. My stories are long like his were and irreverent like he was. I’m trying to break bounds and make a difference.” May tackles a variety of issues which are prevalent today and no subject is too taboo for him to reason out. May says that while most of the content is not completely “family friendly,” he does address issues surrounding his family. “I also want to make a difference,” May said. “I don’t want my children growing up in a world that they’re susceptible to prejudice. I’m trying to actively open people’s minds and not just open their wallets. I think that I can be something different of a comedian than what people normally see. For me, it’s not about the joke I want to change your mind. I want to open it. I want to talk about stuff going on today, a-politically.” Some issues that May discusses include the on-going conflict in Afghanistan, the United States’ governmental policies on drugs and issues that most people deal with every day. May goes on to make even more thought-provoking thoughts like why teachers are under-paid and under-appreciated and yet prisoners are so well taken care of. The major changes in May’s life have not only affected those around him but he has, in turned, began changing the lives of others. May is actively involved with several charities in the greater Nashville, Tennessee area including the 100 Club of Nashville and the local Humane Society. May is also using his own family connections to help feed local families. “My father was actually the president of the Georgia Poultry Administration and he has worked with a lot of people for a long time in the poultry industry. We’re going to feed a lot of people for Christmas. We’re going to give about 100,000 pounds of chicken to the Tennessee Food Bank and the Kentucky Food Bank and make a difference and make sure that people are fed during Christmas. This is my first step in a larger program.” — Joel Easton May will be performing at the Victory Theatre 812-435-6287 in Evansville on April 21, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available online, at the Victory box oﬃce or at Ticketmaster locations. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

Dreams Collide, as Quidam Brings Circus Arts, Street Performance, Theater and LIVE Music Have you ever felt trapped in your mundane life? There’s an escape coming. Dreams collide with reality when Cirque du Soleil brings “Quidam” to Ford Center. Unlike any other Cirque du Soleil performance, this will not take you on a journey through an imaginary realm full of fictional larger-than-life characters. This is an extraordinary tour through real life experiences. Hopes and joys jump out of the shadows. Your inner voices will sing out loud via an amazing visual and aerial assault on the senses. The show features fascinating characters that will enlighten and surprise. However, it offers a sense of familiarity that everyone can relate to. The story follows a girl, fed up with her mundane life, who follows a road through the imagination that might lead to freedom. A renegade ringmaster steers you with eeriness and charm through the fantastical journey. An aviator who can’t fly shows you how to escape. A lifeless formation of physical fitness possesses the essence of aggression. An empty companion who is present and absent at the same time is “The Target.” And parents, through play and love, just might rediscover the meaning of life. News 4U got some insight from Jessica Leboeuf, Quidam’s publicist. Here’s a hint of what you can expect. News 4U: How much say do your artists/performers have? Is there a lot of improvisation? Jessica: The Artistic Director’s role is to maintain the artistic integrity of the show and its original concept while keeping it fresh every day for the audience as well as the performers. Everyone brings a little bit of themselves in their characters, making them organic, human, and constantly in evolution.

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Does each specific show have a lot of different performers from the week before? Are certain artists/ performers a constant? Jessica: The show travels with the same cast and crew year around. On Quidam it’s a family of 102 from 22 different countries!

“We’re bringing you on an Alice in Wonderland type of journey where you’ll meet eccentric characters, amazing acrobats, and beautiful aerialists. Don’t miss it!” — Jessica Leboeuf Quidam, you could say they are the voice of the show. By “original music” we mean that it was composed specifically for this show, for each act. The show sounds similar every night but it’s really special to see in action; half the time the performers follow the music and the other half the band follows the action on stage! And it is such a treat for us when they do the Quidam Sunday Jam; on that hard last day of the week during sound check they invite all cast & crew to jump on stage and let loose while they play some of our favorite tunes. It’s been described as a rock roll poem. Anything you can add to that? Jessica: Hmmm… first time I heard it described that way! We usually refer to Quidam as a blend of circus arts, street performance, theater and live music. Cirque du Soleil has a reputation for defying the impossible. Would you elaborate? Jessica: We really showcase the human body and how we can push its limits, and when you add the latest technology in rigging, lighting, and sound, anything is possible! How many different countries would you say you have performers from? Jessica: We have an international cast of 52 representing 17 different countries.

It sounds like you have a very dedicated and hard working group of amazing artists all working together. Do heads collide at some point? Jessica: We work, travel, live, and play together for 10 weeks at a time. We often say we’re like a family; we did not choose each other but we’re in this adventure together and we make it work. What’s the theme for Evansville’s show? Jessica: Quidam’s story revolves around a little girl who needs an escape from her boring reality. We’re bringing you on an Alice in Wonderland type of journey where you’ll meet eccentric characters, amazing acrobats, and beautiful aerialists. Don’t miss it!

I’m guessing to pull off the amazing feats they pull off... there’s a pretty hardcore workout routine. Can you tell me a little about that? Jessica: Already, performing 8 shows a week is a workout! On top of that, an onstage training of about 1 hour every week plus daily conditioning, cardio and pilates regimes keeps the Quidam cast in top shape.

What new acts can we expect? Jessica: We are bringing you an amazing show; aerial acts, acrobatic performances, dance, theater, costumes, make-up, and live music. We’re bringing world class entertainment in your backyard! Close to 15 million people will see a Cirque du Soleil show in 2012. If you haven’t seen one yet, come and you’ll only wonder why that number isn’t higher. If you have seen one come and see for yourself how truly unique this show is... even for Cirque du Soleil. — Jae Mills

I’ve heard there’s “original music performed at every show?” Wow! It seems as though the performers would be constantly training, rehearsing, and then learning new material? How does that work? Jessica: The Quidam Band counts 6 instrumentalists and 2 singers. Music is one of the principal characters in

Cirque Du Soleil’s Quidam is at the Ford Center April 26 – 29. Evening shows on the 26th – 28th start at 7:30 p.m. Matinees are available on the 28th at 3:30 p.m. and the 29th at 1 p.m. The tour ends with an early evening show on the 29th at 5 p.m. Tickets start at $38.80 and are available online through Ticketmaster.com, thefordcenter.com, or at all Ticketmaster outlets as well as the Ford Center box oﬃce. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Giving Veterans Hope S.I.C. Slam 2012

ere’s a great way to have a terrific weekend and help veterans in the process. Profits from this year’s Southern Indiana Classic Marathon, Half Marathon and Slam will go to the local chapter of Rolling Thunder, a veterans’ organization focusing on disabled veterans and soldiers from all U.S. wars who were previously or are still Missing in Action or Prisoners Of War.

Rose Placement at the POW table

According to SIC Marathon Director Jill Gehlhausen, members of Rolling Thunder have been instrumental in helping at SIC events by providing assistance with security, parking and traffic. “It just made sense to give them the money this year because they have supplied so many volunteers in the past. They are an awesome, awesome group,” says Gehlhausen.

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Inflatables and swingsets are on hand for kids to enjoy during the Fest. Here, Charlotte Smith goes plays on the inflatable while her Dad, Grant, looks on.

The SIC Slam is a two-day military appreciation festival in conjunction with the races (a full marathon, half marathon and 8K race will take place the morning of April 14) at which race competitors, family members of competitors and the general public can eat, drink, play and enjoy live music. “Our goal with the festival is to have really economical entertainment for the whole family. We have an entire section just for kids with bouncy

houses. We have the free food section which is J. Gumbo, Papa John’s and Buehler’s IGA providing hot dogs and bratwurst. Budweiser and Michelob are doing our bierstube— the alcohol is the only thing in the festival that isn’t free,” says Gehlhausen. The Slam will be held Friday, April 13, from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday, April 14, from 7:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Never Been Caught will be performing on Friday night and The Dominoes will play Saturday morning. There is no admission charge for children 5 and under, veterans and current members of the military. Admission for everyone else is $5; return admission for the second day is $3. — Nick Durcholz For more information on the races, events or the SIC Slam please visit sicmarathon.com/festivities.

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Music Schedule

amasco Bar and Grill and Big Ninja Family Productions present “Bluegrass and Blues in the ‘Burgh,” a two day festival offering exquisite live bluegrass and blues music, food, art, kid’s activities, and more. Amy Word, the energetic owner of the Lamasco Bar & Grill, is organizing an event that is sure to become an annual tradition. The event will be held at Angel Mounds State Historic Site. In honor of Earth Day, a portion of ticket proceeds will be donated to the “Friends of Angel Mounds.” Twelve national, regional, and local acts will perform, including Split Lip Rayfield, Biscuit Miller & the Mix, Boscoe France Band, Rumpke Mountain Boys, The Giving Tree Band, and others. A Saturday morning brunch catered by the Lamasco Bar & Grill is included in the ticket price. The event is family-friendly, providing FREE camping, a special family camping area, and an amazing children’s zone, also included in the ticket price. The festival will offer vendor booths for food, beer, arts/ crafts, non-profit organizations, and beautiful art displays created for the event. Amy Word is “beyond thrilled to be working on this event...the venue is perfect, Angel Mounds and the City of Newburgh have been very accommodating to festival needs. It takes a community of support and volunteers to produce an event and we have awesome people supporting us.” Amy also invites any non-profit organization to set up a booth at the event at no cost; contact Heidi@BigNinjaFamily.com Vendors at the event will include the Lamasco Bar & Grill, Vecchio’s Italian Market, and Cafe Arazu. Art vendors include Erin Hochgesang, Henna Obsessed, Tia Martin, and Wade Miller. For booth information contact Heidi@ BigNinjaFamily.com In addition to music and art, an amateur BACKYARD BBQ competition will take place on Saturday, April 21. Check the festival website for competition details. — Lanea Stagg

Friday 6:00pm - Boscoe France Band 7:30pm - Rumpke Mountain Boys 9:30pm - Biscuit Miller and The Mix 12:00pm - Late Night Fireside Jam with New Old Cavalry Saturday 10:00am - Saturday Morning Brunch with Pocket City Pushers 11:30am - The Amazing Soul Crackers 2:00pm - Flatland Harmony Experiment 4:30pm - Delta Saints 7:00pm - The Giving Tree Band 9:30pm - Split Lip Rayfield 12:00am - Late Night Fireside Jam with Front Porch Revival

Rumpke Mountain Boys

Split Lip Rayfield

TICKET INFORMATION: (Students MUST provide ID to receive discount) • Ticket prices for the 2 day event are $60.00 for adults & $40.00 for students Children 12 & under are FREE • Saturday tickets are $30.00 for adults and $20.00 for students (Students MUST provide ID to receive discount) • 20 VIP tickets are available for $150 for the weekend; includes a backstage pass and admittance to the musician’s hospitality tent Tickets are on sale online at: www.BlueGrassAndBluesInTheBurgh.com The event begins on Friday, April 20, 2012 at 4:00pm at Angel Mounds which is located at 8215 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN. For more information, please visit: www.BlueGrassAndBluesInTheBurgh.com and www.Facebook.com/BlueGrassAndBluesInTheBurgh

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o You Have What You Need? It’s warming up, so it’s time to stock up. Shovels, garden knives, ultimate sharpeners and more make our list of helpful gardening gear this year. I like having the following tools available for use in my garden, a Round-Point Shovel Garden Hoe, Grass Shears Hedge Shears, Lawn Rake Bow Rake, Garden Spade Trowel, Wheelbarrow Garden Hose & Reel, Cultivator Pruners. Here is a shopping list of some other gardening gear to get you ready for spring.

ShoPPing

Gardening Tools and More

1. 8-Panel Garden Kit

Raised Bed Great for growing your own vegetables. Customize your garden shape; create large gardens by using multiple kits, Easy to set up; easy to start gardening. Holds 14 cubic feet of soil. Set of 8 panels, 12 connectors and 16 steel spikes. Dimensions: Panel Size: 46” Long x 5.5” Tall, ($69.98) at Menards.

2. Heirloom Carrier

Craftsman Chris Hughes hammers copper burr rivets on an anvil in his Omaha, Neb., shop to make tough, multifunctional sacks like the Artifact Bag No. 175 Tool/Garden Tote ($155) at artifactbags.com.

3. Greenhouse

Your Spring Gardener Gable Greenhouse is lightweight and portable even after assembly-place directly over top of your garden area to get an early start on the gardening season. It requires no tools for assembly. It has many benefits, such as a sturdy rust resistant frame and roll up windows, allowing a cross ventilation. These windows are also equipped with and insect netting which help protect your plants by controlling the insect population. Just set this greenhouse over your garden area today and enjoy. Available in multiple sizes • 6’ x 8’ x 7’• 8’ x 8’ x 10’ ($258.52) at Sam’s Club

4. Patio Thermometer Garden Treasures Patio Thermometer

Made of durable, weather-resistant plastic, with vibrant UV fade-resistant silk screened art , Bold, easy to read numbers, Original art designs, silk screened using UV fade-resistant ink for long lasting beauty, Low profile construction with clear view protective lens, Temperature range from -60 to 120 degrees F, Precision made thermometer coil for accurate temperature readings, Screw mounting template included, ($7.47) Lowe’s — Tamatha Lant Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Diy - how to

Change Your Oil & Oil Filter Like the Pros Spring is impatiently knocking on the door, and one practical way to greet new life and new opportunities is to make sure one’s transportation is rejuvenated and dependable. Changing the oil in a car is about as thrilling as taxes and enticing as the Ebola virus, but it is absolutely essential to a properly functioning and tenacious automobile. These days, most everyone could benefit from saving a couple of greenbacks, and while changing one’s oil like a pro requires the cost of some extra tools and equipment, their initial purchase will save hundreds of dollars by giving the average Joe or Jane the resources of a shop mechanic. According to Gordon Durcholz, who has over 30 years of professional mechanical experience, the following steps can be taken to change a vehicle’s oil like a pro: Step One: Purchase an oil filter removal wrench (large or small depending on the filter), adjustable wrench, a safety support stand and one and a half-ton lifting capacity floor jack (for easy access to underside of vehicle.) The total combined cost is approximately $100, not including fresh oil and the filter.

Step Two: Warm the engine for five minutes; then turn the engine off and engage the parking brake. Place floor jack under the front of the vehicle and make sure it is directly underneath the frame of the vehicle to achieve the most stable support. Add a safety support stand close to the same spot under the frame for extra stability.

Drain Pan

Filter Wrench Oil Filter

Step Three: Place a drain pan or other receptacle under the vehicle’s oil filter, which will be located at the underside of the engine; then remove the drain plug, which is round in shape and has a bolt protruding from the middle. It is about the size of a quarter. Don’t forget to be very cautious of hot oil. Step Four: Remove the filter, twisting counter-clockwise, and then install the new filter by twisting clockwise. Optional: Use grease to lubricate any fittings on the suspension of the vehicle. They resemble the nipple on a baby’s bottle. (Some vehicles do not have fittings.) Step Five: Put in the new engine oil; the tap will be located towards the back of the engine compartment with a cap the size of a baseball or a little smaller. The cap will be printed “Engine Oil” or marked with a small icon of an oil can. Remove the safety stand first, then lower the floor jack carefully to return the vehicle to the ground. Check the oil level by using the dipstick which will be located nearby the oil tap and is usually identified by a yellow loop that you pull out. Then look underneath the vehicle for any leaks. Optional: Check the engine air filter and replace it if dirty. Supervision may be desired for a first timer for safety and location of the engine parts. For any further inquiries, consult the operations manual of your automobile. Happy Driving! — Nick Durcholz

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Oil Jack Stands

Floor Jack

beauty Healthy Skin Begins With Protection

anning is the body’s desperate defense to protect itself from the sun’s harmful UVA (“aging”) and UVB (“burning”) rays. Over time, damage from sun exposure accumulates, leading to premature aging as well as more ominous long-term effects. UV radiation, from natural sunlight or tanning booths, directly damages DNA and impairs skin cell functions by generating enormous bursts of free radical activity.

Half of all cancers occur in the skin, and sun exposure is the leading cause. Furthermore, the #1 cause of wrinkles is sun damage. It’s true, skin changes, once thought to be caused by intrinsic aging, are now known to be a result of UV exposure. So it’s important to use a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF on a daily basis. Regular use of sunscreen limits the damaging effects of the sun and is the first line of defense to maintain healthy skin. I’m going to be honest with you; when it comes to sun damage, the fastest fixes can be found at your dermatologist’s office. The role of at-home products is diligent maintenance. Whether or not you choose to see a dermatologist, getting religious about daily skin care is essential. It’s also a good idea to use polypodiumferm, an over-the-counter ingredient that protects the skin from the inside and, of course, SPF is adequately reapplied on the surface. — Tamatha Lant Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Anytime Is A Good Time To Visit London

travel

t’s springtime once again, and the glorious city of London is abuzz with activity. Final preparations are being made for the 2012 summer Olympic Games. If that is not enough, this year marks 60 years of reign for Queen Elizabeth II. Her Diamond Jubilee celebration will take place in June. So, with all of the hubbub, when is a good time to visit London? The answer is simple: any time! While Londoners enjoy a temperate climate all the year through, peak months for tourist travel tend to be April through October. Festivals play a major part in making London an international city of culture. The Chelsea Flower Show, which has been held on the grounds of the Chelsea Hospital every year since 1913, is one of the most prestigious. The opening day is attended by the Royal family each year. This year’s show will take place May 22-26. The Shakespeare Festival Globe to Globe, April 23 – June 9, will feature 37 of Shakespeare’s plays each performed by a theater company from a different country.

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London can be an expensive city to visit, but there are many terrific attractions you can enjoy for free. The national museums are free of charge and there are several to choose from. Here are just a few: 1. The Natural History Museum – This huge collection, which includes the famous dinosaur gallery, is housed in a stunning German-Romanesque style building built t in 1883. 2. The British Museum – Founded in 1753, this museum features artifacts such as Egyptian mummies and the world famous Rosetta Stone. 3. The National Gallery – Is located on the famous Trafalgar Square. Western European paintings from 1250 to 1900 are on display here, including the works of such artists as Leonardo da Vinci and Rembrandt. A visit to one of the weekly farmer’s markets can be a real treat. As you stroll through the aisles of produce, flowers, fish and more you may begin to forget you’re in the city. Borough Street Market is open to the public

each week from Thursday through Saturday. Located at the south end of London Bridge and directly beside the Southwark Cathedral, this market is also a great place to grab a quick bite to eat from one of the local food vendors. A stroll through Hyde Park is a great way to relax and enjoy one of the many green spaces within the city. Within Hyde Park you will also find Kensington Palace and Gardens, which was Princess Diana’s official residence from 1981 until her death in 1997. The Palace charges admission, but the gardens are free and worth a look. Harrods Department Store is an attraction unto itself and it is free to look, just don’t be tempted to buy! The store occupies over five acres and has 330 departments occupying over one million square feet of retail space. Finally, no visit to London is complete without seeing the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. The ceremony takes place on Saturdays. For the best view of the horse guards marching in, arrive by 11:00AM and stand in front of the Victoria Memorial statue where the two roads intersect. Of course, this is just a small sampling of the wonders that London has to offer, which is what makes it such an appealing place to visit. London truly offers something for everyone! — Pam Reimann Pam Reimann operates Passport to Adventure and More custom tours and travel planning. You can reach her at 812-453-1771 or visit her website at PamsPassport.com. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Give Back to Get Back Covance Clinical Research Trials Need You!

If you’ve taken an aspirin for a headache or an antibiotic to clear up an infection, thank a clinical research volunteer. All medicines including both over the counter and prescription drugs are developed and perfected with the help of clinical study volunteers.

Evaluating New Medicines Before medicines can be prescribed or sold, they must go through extensive clinical trial testing to evaluate whether the drug is effective and safe for people to use. Covance, in Evansville Indiana, has been helping companies develop new and improved medicines for more than 20 years. Covance conducts Phase I studies, which are the first opportunity to see how medicines work in the body. These studies primarily rely on healthy individuals but may also involve people who have conditions such as diabetes or high cholesterol.

Regulations Before a clinical trial can begin, the study is reviewed and approved by an independent Institutional Review Board (IRB), whose main role is to protect the rights and well-being of study participants. The IRB evaluates each study to determine if it complies with regulatory guidelines. The board reviews and approves all aspects of each study and has the authority to change, prohibit or stop a trial.

The Screening Process Volunteering for a Covance clinical trial today could make a meaningful difference. It all starts with a call (866-913-4434) to our Call Center which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you meet the initial criteria for a clinical study, you will be scheduled to come to our clinic at 617 Oakley Street for a screening visit. At your screening visit, information about the study, the study drug and any known side effects will be shared with you. This document called an Informed Consent, will explain the timeline of the study and everything that will happen to you while you are at our clinic. This document must be signed before you can be screened for a study. We want to make sure you are informed and aware of everything involved in the study before we begin any procedures – even taking your height and weight. Signing this document does not waive any of your legal rights; participation in a study is always voluntary and you can always leave the study at any time. At Covance, the safety and health of our participants is paramount.

What to Expect at the Clinic Since 2005, the Evansville clinic has conducted almost 200 studies leading to the development of some of the world’s most needed and used medicines. All volunteers are paid for their time and participation. The method and frequency of payment is covered in detail in the Informed Consent document. The length of stay in the clinic varies with each study. Certain outpatient volunteer studies require only a few hours at the clinic while some studies last a few weeks to a month or more. The clinic has high speed Wi-Fi, two lounges with big screen TVs, an outdoor patio, pool and Foosball tables, a quiet area for reading or studying and laundry facilities. Visitors are not allowed while you are at the clinic.

One Phone Call - A World of Difference Everyday, people just like you help develop medications by participating in clinical trials. If you are a healthy male or female age 18 – 80 call us at 866-913-4434 or visit testwiththebest.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Life is About Balance

t one time, the boundaries between work and home were fairly clear. Yet, today’s fast paced world and economic uncertainty has forced some of us to forget our personal lives while succumbing to the pressures of the workplace, thereby causing the work-life balance to disintegrate. Some theorists suggest that this blurred boundary of work and life is caused by several different reasons. Companies utilize email and distribute smart phones in an effort to enable and encourage their employees to stay connected to the business even when they are not in the brick and mortar office. As much as we would like to think we are in the clear, the economy is still hurting and limping along with lingering effects of the lasting recession. Consequently, employers are wanting employees to spend more time at the office to make up for the fact that they have less money available to hire new employees to shoulder the workload; consequently, you might find yourself spending far more time at the office than at home. As the boundary between work and home is blurred, the work-to-life conflict will grow. Yet, two essential everyday concepts that are relevant to each of us are at the core of an effective work-life balance – achievement and enjoyment. Most of us already have a good grasp on the meaning of achievement, i.e., accomplishment or success. However, perhaps we should explore the concept of enjoyment a little more. Regarding the definition of a relevant work-life balance, enjoyment does not just refer to the time when you shout, “Whoo-Hoo! Let’s Party!” Instead, it refers to pride, satisfaction, love, and a sense of well-being …all the pursuits of happiness. Additionally, life will deliver the value and balance that we desire when we are achieving and enjoying something every day in all the important areas that make up our lives. As a result, a good working definition of work-life balance is meaningful daily achievement and enjoyment in each of the following four life quadrants: Work, Family, Friends, and Self. Jenni Juhl, director of Yoga 101, reports, “One thing that most people say after they have been practicing yoga for a while is, ‘I wonder how much better or healthier I would be if I had started this years ago? I feel so much better and my spouse/kids tell me that I am so much nicer to be around’.” Furthermore, Jenni explains, “It is hard to convince people that taking care of yourself and allowing some personal time is a really great thing. They are always saying how they feel guilty because they should be at home with their family or their bosses want them to work more. They are literally running themselves into the ground. Taking time for yourself, an hour or two a day, is one of the best things you can do to be a more productive worker, loving parent, and happier spouse. You won’t feel deprived, and when you are feeling more wellrounded and fulfilled, you are able to be more productive and give back more with enthusiasm and dedication.” Once you focus on these simple concepts as key components of your day, they are not difficult to implement. So, make it happen for yourself, your family, and all the important individuals in your life. Every day for the rest of your life, achieve and enjoy! — Tamatha Lant To contact Jenni Juhl, you can visit Yoga 101 located at 2800 Lincoln Avenue or visit their website at www.yoga-101.net. Readers may also call 893-1320 to learn more about the beneﬁts of yoga. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Home-Grown Evansville: A Co-operative Movement

ocal food systems are essential to the health of our ecosystem and our local economy. As fuel prices continue to rise, we are all seeing that increase reflected in the price of our food. The farther our food has to travel, the more expensive it will be. Co-ops are in business to provide what their members want, and they are controlled democratically by their members. Cooperatives keep economic benefits within the communities they serve by creating jobs and, most importantly, by supporting local producers and suppliers whenever possible. Profit is not siphoned off by outside interests, and it is never put before the needs of the members. A co-op’s members are its owners. At first glance, shopping at a co-op may not seem all that different from shopping at a conventional grocery store, but there are several important differences. Above all, a co-op is a testament to the workability of the cooperative business model—and living proof that democratic socialism works. Nestled in the heart of Evansville, a bustling grocery store unparalleled in the area thrives. The River City Food Community Co-Op, situated on Washington Avenue, is a prosperous, amicable, “food you feel good about” kind of store. Inside the clean and orderly shop, shelves are lined with nutritious cereals, many kinds of rice, flavorful teas and coffees, nuts and seeds, varieties of tofu and other soy products, a myriad of healthful whole grains, handcrafted soaps, and Earth-friendly household items, as well as “plant it yourself” organic seeds, and aromatic spices.

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Awaiting customers, in a room just to the right of the entrance, is a fine-arts gallery filled with paintings, jewelry, and ornaments. At the checkout counters, shoppers are greeted by friendly, smiling employees who know their customers by name and give the store a welcoming atmosphere that makes River City Food Community Co-Op a true jewel of the city. I love the human variety too! Community is a big part of this co-op’s success, and a true cross-section of shoppers makes the store their first choice. Here, the entire spectrum of the Evansville population comes together tribally to support this wonderful resource and its commitment to our Earth. For me, it is a political act to shop here; for others, River City Food Community Co-Op is a mecca for anyone who wants to eat well. I had the distinct honor of sitting down and discussing the Co-op’s wonderful attributes with Jessica Jones, the Co-op’s general manager. It was an interview that introduced me to a cornerstone in our community that everyone should be a part of. N4U: Is there a difference between the cooperative and other markets such as the new fresh market or any of the farmer’s markets in the region? One thing that sets us vastly apart is that we are a cooperative, and we run on a completely different business model than chain stores. We are 100 percent owned by our members; membership is open to everyone and costs a one-time membership fee of $150. We operate our cooperative as a non-profit. We run a tight bottom line, and any excess that the business accumulates goes right back into the store to either lower prices or build infrastructure. We are also the only grocery store I know of in the area that offers a 20 percent discount to anyone using an EBT card. We strive to make quality food available to everyone. And with springtime approaching, we are extremely excited to offer local, naturally grown produce. One of our principles is to support the local economy by buying as close to home as possible. We work closely with farmers in the area to bring their products to the public, seven days a week. — Tamatha Lant The River City Food Co-op is located at 116 Washington Avenue. Reach them by phone at (812) 401-7301 or online at RiverCityFoodCoOp.org.

Get a Date with Ultra TV

ltra TV, a new offering from WOW, is the most versatile cable television package offered—ever. Ultra TV provides a whole-home high definition (HD) digital video recorder (DVR) system, which allows up to five TVs in your home to be hooked up to the DVR. The best part is that all of your recordings can be accessed on any of the TVs linked into the system. You can record a show in your living room and watch it in your bedroom or bathroom, upstairs or downstairs. Ultra TV also allows you to record a whopping six shows at one time! So when your kids' Phineas and Ferb is on, they can still watch it, while you record The Big Bang Theory for yourself and watch it after they’re in bed! You could even record 4 other shows at the same time! It’s genius. You may be wondering where all of your shows are going to be stored. They stay right on the hard drive of your cable box. The box has a 500 gigabyte hard drive, which can hold 300 hours of Standard Definition (SD) or 75 hours of HD programming. However, this doesn’t even begin to touch on all of the features of Ultra TV. Some of the highlights are listed below:

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programming by displaying categories; there is even a listing of everything on HD, live TV, and recorded TV. • With the Smart Menu you can tailor your channel guide to display only the channels you want to watch and hide the ones you don’t. • You can add a ticker to keep track of the score for the game, or the weather, stocks, or even news.

• PC to TV connectivity. With Ultra TV, you can wirelessly access content from your home computer. You can watch home movies, look at pictures, or listen to music from your PC right on your TV! • The Smart Menu. The Smart Menu is actually a part of the Ultra TV system. It allows you to view the

Julie Cline, Regional Marketing Representative with WOW, states, "My favorite part of Ultra TV is being able to record up to six shows at once. I don’t have to choose which shows to miss. I can record all of them and watch them when I have time. I like the search feature on the Smart Menu. If I’m looking for a specific TV series to record, I can just use the search function and find it instantly. I can press a few buttons and set it to record each new episode. If I’m in the mood to watch a movie, I can go to the movie category on the Smart Menu and browse the list." The best part about Ultra TV is that it is always evolving. Developers are already working on adding new apps to Ultra TV so you will never be stuck with the weekend “no new shows” blues again! — Katie Wilkinson Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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El Rio

1919 North Green River Road • Evansville, IN (812) 471-1400

Evansville has many Mexican and Hispanic restaurants, so when I visit one for the first time, I always try to find what makes each menu unique. El Rio on North Green River Road has quite a number of unusual choices on their menu, but don’t worry, they still have good fajitas, enchiladas, combo plates and all the regular items you expect. Owner Gustavo Soto grew up in Morelia, a small city in central Mexico, and brought one of his favorite hometown dishes to Evansville with him: stuffed potatoes. “The potatoes are one of our best sellers,” he said. “My mama used to make them. They’re potatoes that are cooked in the broiler, and then we open them up and fill them with chicken and cheese. We used to put lots of vegetables in them, but the customers just wanted chicken and cheese.” Potatoes show up in many forms on El Rio’s menu. In addition to the regular stuffed potato, or “papa rellena,” you may choose a vegetarian version with cheese and enchilada sauce or cheese and supreme salsa. Potato enchiladas are also offered, and if you get a chile relleno, a saucy ground beef filling is sprinkled with little chunks of colorful vegetables, including potato. The Gallo Loco is a

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L to R: Milca Matias, Gustavo Soto, and Daysi Lopez grilled chicken breast served with a whole, deep-fried, baked potato and black beans. El Rio’s salads are unique as well. The list includes a salad with grilled fish and shrimp over greens and vegetables, a Mexican salad with grilled chicken, corn, greens, black beans, fresh salsa and pasta, and a garlic shrimp salad with vegetables, shredded cheese and pasta. I really enjoy El Rio’s chips and hot salsa. The chips are delicious -- very light and bubbly in texture with a deep golden color and buttery corn taste. The hot salsa is a tangy green jalapeno and tomatillo version that is only medium-hot but has a great flavor. I usually order a chile relleno at El Rio, which is a whole poblano pepper stuffed with ground beef, vegetables, and cheese and dipped in egg batter and fried. It is served with red sauce on top and can be very spicy, depending on the personality of the poblano chile. Recently, I tried the steak fajitas ($7.25 at lunch) for the first time. They were very good, the fairly large strips of beef being nicely seasoned and quite tender. The vegetables had been cooked long enough to be soft and soaked with sauce, which I like. The rice was of average quality, but I thought the refried beans were a little better than usual, with a darker color and rich flavor. And if you are craving really authentic Mexican food, go ahead and ask about your favorite dish. Soto often keeps a few items that are not on the menu handy for his regular Latino customers, such as Tongue Tacos, Menudo (stew of hominy and tripe) and Posole (stew of hominy and pork.) — Aimee Blume El Rio is located at 1919 North Green River Road. You can reach them by phone at 471-1400. Hours: open daily 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Jayson Muñoz

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro

593 Washington Avenue • Evansville, IN (812) 471-7076

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“My main goal when I bought Kanpai was to bring [to] Evansville a sushi and Asian bistro with a big-city feel without the big city prices,” said chef Jayson Muñoz, who has owned the eastside eatery for two years. “I wanted to be able to pull from any Asian cuisine - Thai, Vietnamese, and Japanese.” Muñoz was born in the mountains of Colorado and lived in St. Louis before earning his business and human resources degree at the University of Missouri in Columbia. “I knew I wanted a degree with an emphasis on training so I could work in the restaurant field,” said Muñoz. “My first job was at a Little Bear Waffle Shop cooking breakfast when I was 15 and a half. That’s when I knew I wanted to own a restaurant.” During and after college, he worked as a corporate trainer, franchise liaison, and manager for a number of large restaurant chains before settling down at Kanpai. “My parents moved to Newburgh and were frequent patrons of Kanpai under the former owner,” said Muñoz. “The opportunity came to buy the business and I made the move to do it. My expectations have really been exceeded by the response. I’m consumed with the business now.” In February, Muñoz and his sous-chef Richard Morales took home the first place trophy from Evansville’s Steel Cook competition. “Two years ago when I moved here, Steel Cook was going on and I attended it my first week in town,” he said. “I sat in the back row and didn’t know anyone, but was very cool and I wanted to be part of it. Then last year I was asked to be a judge for the final round. I really enjoyed it but I’m a type A competitive personality, so this year when I was asked to compete, I jumped on it.” For the contest, Muñoz and Morales whipped up a fire honey tuna tartar tostada with Asian slaw, cuminseared tuna tacos with pineapple salsa, tuna ceviche, wild mushroom lettuce wraps, a wild mushroom and cabbage egg roll, and the coup de grace--a dessert mushroom egg roll. “We soaked a portabella mushroom slice in pineapple juice, and fried it in an egg roll wrapper with cream cheese, raspberries and strawberries,” Muñoz explained. “Then we soaked crimini mushrooms in honey, and deep fried them. We cut the egg rolls on the bias and put the criminis on top, and sprinkled it with mint and powdered sugar.”

Jayson Munoz and Richard Morales

“I think Steel Cook is a great event for Evansville,” he added. “Our connection with the local food scene is intimate. I’m celebrating two years in Evansville, and it’s been a pleasure and an honor to work here. My big goal is to constantly work in educating and enhancing the food scene. I don’t look at new restaurants as competition as much as friends to join forces with and do good things with the food scene here.” — Aimee Blume Kanpai is located at 593 Washington Avenue and can be reached at (812) 471-7076 or mykanpai.com. Hours: Mon - Sat: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sun: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Black Buggy Restaurant (East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr. 473-0012 Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730 Under $10/Checks/MC/Visa/ Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/ Buffet-style menu

BARBECUE

American Pit Bosses BBQ 1113 Riverside Dr. 425-5908 Under $10/No Reservations/ Catering Available/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC Bar-B-Q Barn 1003 E. Diamond Ave. 491-9868 Under $10/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISA Hawg ‘N’ Sauce (Mt. Vernon) 1600 Leonard Rd. 812-838-5339 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.hawgnsaucebbq.com powered by Click4AMeal Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 422-6919 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/AMEX Landmark BBQ 3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Marx Barbeque & Catering Service 3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ Full Service Catering Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn (Owensboro, KY) 2840 W. Parrish Ave. 800-322-8989 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted for parties of 10 or more/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Nisbet Inn (Haubstadt) 6701 Nisbet Rd. 812-963-9305 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted

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FOOD Restaurant Guide

Ralph’s Hickory Pit (Henderson, KY) 739 N. Green Street 270-826-5656 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd. 476-4599 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Southern Ride BBQ (New Harmony, IN) 1023 B Church St. 812-682-4227 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Stepto’s Bar-B-Q Shack 4430 1st Ave. 401-8227 Under $10-$15/Casual/ Beer & Wine/MC, VISA/ Online ordering available – www.thebarbqshack.com powered by Click4AMeal Thomason’s (Henderson, KY) 701 Atkinson St. 270-826-0654 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ (Evansville) 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Wolf’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 6000 First Ave. 424-8891 Under$10/Casual/Checks/ Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC/ Online ordering available – www.wolfsbarbq.com powered by Click4AMeal

CASUAL THEME

Applebee’s Bar & Grill (East) 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr. 426-2006 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 476-7069 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Beef O’Brady’s (Newburgh, IN) 8177 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-9464 Under $10/Causal/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Blush ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 615 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4700 $10-$15/Upscale casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 812-909-0388 Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. (812) 853-3400 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon HIll Rd. (812) 868-4653 Reservations Accepted/ Under $10, VISA/MC/ DSCVR/Full Bar

Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510 $10-$15/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Gator’s Hot Fish 1203 N. Main St. 402-7775 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/No Credit Cards/No Alcohol Hadi Shrine 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX J. Gumbo’s 1211 N. Tudor Ln. 473-2951 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/VISA/MC/ DSCVR/No Alcohol Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon) 231 W. 2nd St. (812) 838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Major Munch (Old Post Oﬃce Place, Downtown Evansville) 437-2363 Under $10/ Casual/VISA/MC/Online ordering available – www.majormunch.com powered by Click4AMeal Max & Erma’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/ Full Bar On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson, KY) 100 Second St. (270) 826-2424 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/DSCVR/Full Bar Patio Bar & Grill (Henderson, KY) 104 N. Water St. (270) 831-9955 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/ VISA/MC/Full Bar Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 6636 E. Lloyd Exp. 473-4100 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Riverside Cookery (Inside Casino Aztar) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 433-4227 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Riverview by Firefly (Inside Old National Bank) 1 Main St. 464-VIEW Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol Served/ All Major Credit Cards Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW (West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/ Online ordering available – www.showmes.com powered by Click4AMeal Steeplechase Café (Clarion Inn Airport) 4101 Hwy. 41 N. 424-6400 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards

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Stoney’s Rockin’ Country 701 NW Riverside Dr. 402-9913 Under $10/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Temptations Buffet Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4000 Under $10/Casual/ Credit Cards Accepted T.G.I. Friday’s (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/No Reservations/ No Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Trophy Club Lounge & Dining Room (Inside Indiana Downs) 5480 E. Indiana St. 473-8910 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Accepted Wayback Burgers 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., Ste. 4 475-9272 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664 (North) 4660 N. 1st Ave. 423-1800 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

CHINESE

Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/MC, VISA China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards China Super Buffet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd. 476-8788 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/VISA/MC/DSCVR

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FOOD Restaurant Guide

China Village (Newburgh, IN) 8423 Bell Oaks Dr. 812-858-8238 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St. 473-5551 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ Credit Cards Crazy Buffet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No checks/Credit Cards Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855 (Newburgh, IN) 5066 S.R. 261 812-853-2680 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/VISA/MC/DSCVR Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 476-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Janbo Restaurant 4500 W. Lloyd Expwy. 422-8289 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/DSCVR Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 471-8881 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/AMEX/MC

Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 476-7088 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 475-2888 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 464-2769 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX Taste of China 4579 University Dr. 422-1260 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol Two Brothers 3806 N. 1st Ave. 423-6188 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/ MC/VISA/DSCVR Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Choo Choo Café & Deli 915 Main St., Ste. Caboose 812-319-7816 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards Coffee Cottage & Café 612 S. Weinbach Ave. 401-1930 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Daily’s Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 484-6635 Reservations Accepted/ Under $10/Casual/Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol Diamond Deli 421 Riverside Dr. 433-6122 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop (West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011 (North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 426-2311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011 (East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-0511 1950 Washington Ave. 477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111 (Newburgh, IN) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol Enjoy It! Catering 919 North Park Drive 425-6569 Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Fresh Harvest Deli 101 N.W. 1st St. 421-0407 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA

DELI/CAFES

Abby Road Coffee Bean Emporium 422 N. Main St. 402-0842 Under $10/Casual/Visa/ MC/No Alcohol

Grand Traverse Pie Company 6245 Vogel Rd. 477-7437 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards

Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 204 Main St. 470-7763 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol

The Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC

The Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA

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Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Ave. 476-4999 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Honey Baked Ham & Café 1449 N. Green River Rd. 471-2940 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400 (Newburgh, IN) 8680 Highpoint Dr. 491-7111 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Just Rennies Cookies 102 S.E. 4th St. 490-8098 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards ordering available www.justrennies.compowered by Click4AMeal La Sombra Coffee Company 318 Main St. 492-4567 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery 1322 N. Green River Rd. 473-3663 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.maxinescafebakery.com powered by Click4AMeal Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 476-7477 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Pacetré Bake & Brew 2734 Mt. Vernon Ave. 420-6005 Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN (7366) (North) 4827 David Lant 402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr. 434-PENN (Owensboro, KY) 3625 Frederica St. 270-683-1515 (Henderson, KY) 1111 Barrett Rd. 270-826-7361 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards

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FOOD Restaurant Guide

Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. 421-8741 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 424-2253 Under $5/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/Checks/ DSCVR/VISA/MC Planter’s Coffee House (Henderson, KY) 130 N. Main St. 270-830-0927 Under $5/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Roly Poly Sandwiches 5702 E. Virginia St. 812-962-2326 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC Salad World Healthy Cafe (East) 3311 N. Green River Rd. 471-5083 (West) 4951 W. Lloyd Expwy. 467-7486 (Downtown) 200 Main St. 422-0898 Under $10/Casual/Cash/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR/No Alcohol Schlotzsky’s Deli 301 N. Green River Rd. 471-4011 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Spudz –N– Stuff (East) 812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr. 402-8287 (Downtown) 101 NW 1st St. 402-7555 (Henderson, KY) 192 Garden Mile Rd. 270-212-1777 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/ Online ordering available – www.spudznstuff.com powered by Click4AMeal Smiling Moose Deli 724 N. Burkhardt Rd., Ste. 700 477-3354 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Sweet Baby Cheeses (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 477-2253 Under $10/No Alcochol/No Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Riverview by Firefly (In Old National Bank Place) 1 Main St. 464-VIEW Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ All Major Credit Cards Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 421-0606 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen (Newburgh, IN) 14 W. Jennings St. 490-7879 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ DSCVR Wired Coffee House 111 NW 4th St. 812-962-0819 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Wrap It up 815 John St., Ste. 120 470-1000. Under $10/No Checks/Cash Only/ No Alcohol

FAMILY/ HOMESTYLE

The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-15/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal Black Buggy Restaurant (East) 4920 Davis Lant Dr. 473-0012 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/MC Bob Evans Restaurant (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 (Owensboro, KY) 3123 Kentucky Hwy. 54 270-683-3515 (Princeton, IN) US 41 & State Rt. 64 812-386-1228 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) (East) 713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Service Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Burger Bank 1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-2265 Under $10/Casual

Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 479-6388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Charlie & Barney’s 1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/ No Checks/VISA/MC Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Online ordering available – www. crosseyedcricketrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd. 437-3333 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/DSCVR Denny’s Classic Diner (West) 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472 (Newburgh, IN) 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156 Under $10/Casual/Formal/ Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Denny’s Restaurant (North) 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459 (East) 351 N. Green River Rd. 473-1063 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards Ellis Park-Clubhouse (Henderson, KY) Hwy. 41 North 800-333-8110 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards 5 Guys Burgers 5402 E. Indiana St. 401-1773 Under $10/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

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Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 423-1113 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Gemeca Inn (Ft. Branch, IN) 802 E. Locust St. 812-753-4441 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/No Checks/ VISA/MC/AMEX Golden Corral (East) 130 Cross Point Blvd. 473-1095 (Henderson, KY) 1770 S. Green St. 270-869-9310 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards The Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 422-1757 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash/Check/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

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Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 437-3040 Under $10/Checks Accepted/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Log Inn (Haubstadt, IN) 12491 S. 200 E. 812-867-3216 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 423-6388 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted

Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ No Credit Cards/Checks Accepted

O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E. Indiana St. 479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-0510 Under $10, Casual/ No Reservations/No Alcohol Served/All Major Credit Cards

The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

KT’s Fire Grill (Wadesville, IN) 7247 Main St. 812-673-4996 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC

The Redwagon Restaurant & Bar (Poseyville) Hwy. 165 & I-64 812-874-2210 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Kippleville (Kipplee’s Partyhouse) 2322 Division St. 476-1936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

The Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr.425-2261 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol

Knotty Pine Cafe 500 N. Main St. 423-0014 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Cash Only/No Alcohol

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Pop’s Grill (New Harmony, IN) 516 S. Main St. 812-682-3880 $10-$15/Casual/Checks Accepted/ VISA/MC

Rafferty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 471-0024 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Red Fez (in Hadi Shrine Building) 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards St. Joe Inn 9515 St. Wendel Rd. 812-963-9310 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7330 Under $10/Check MC/Visa/ Reservations Accepted/ No Alcohol/Buffet-style menu Taste of Perfection (Newburgh, IN) 8133 Rose Hill Dr. 812-853-8443 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Checks/Cash Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol West Siders Restaurant 4220 Broadway Ave. 423-5844 Under $10/Casual/Cash Only/ No Alcohol Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant (Henderson, KY) 31 N. Green St. 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

FINE DINING

The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine & Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Credit Cards/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Cavanaugh’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333 $20-$30/Reservations Recommended/No Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$25/Causual/Reservations Recommended/ All Major Credit Cards The Edgewater Grille (Newburgh, IN) 1 E. Water St. 812-858-2443 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Haub Steak House (Haubstadt, IN) 101 E. Haub St. 812-768-6462 The Jungle Restaurant 415 Main St. 425-5282 $10-$15/Reservations Reccomeded/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Lorenzo’s Bistro & Bakery 972 S. Hebron Ave. 475-9477 $15-$25/Upscale Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 S.E. 2nd St. 491-8611 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Milano Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 $10-$15/Reservations Recommended/Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine Red Geranium (New Harmony, IN) 504 N. St. 812-682-4431 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ Credit Cards Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX The Trophy Club (Inside Indiana Downs) 5480 Indiana St. 473-8910 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Credit Cards

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FROZEN YOGURT Orange Leaf 701 Burkhardt Rd. 401-5215 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards Sweet CeCe’s 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 477-5276 (Newburgh, IN) 8680 High Pointe Dr. 812-853-5276 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards

GERMAN

Gerst Bavarian Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 424-1420 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

GREEK

The Acropolis Fine Greek Cuisine and Spirits 501 N. Green River Rd. 475-9320 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.acropolisevv.com powered by Click4AMeal

INDIAN

Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine 900 Tutor Ln. 476-5000 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN

Angelo’s 305 Main St. 428-6666 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 421-0800 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Café Arazu (Newburgh, IN) 117 W. Jennings St. 812-842-2200 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/ MC/DSCVR

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Charzad 519 N. Green River Rd. 473-2849 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/DSCVR Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St. 428-3004 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.dileggesrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave. 473-7005 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards Pita Pan 800 N. Green River Rd. (Inside Eastland Mall) 475-9333 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd. (812) 853-9555 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/VISA

FOOD Restaurant Guide

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.mykanpai.com powered by Click4AMeal Nagasaki Inn 5720 Virginia St. 473-1442 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi 5435 Pearl Dr. 424-3413 Checks Accepted/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Roppongi Japanase Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St. 437-5824 $10-15/Reservations Accpeted/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Sushiyaki Buffet 4008 1st Ave. 468-8888 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 401-1020 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards

Raﬃ’s Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 1100 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-9166 $10-$15/Dressy Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge 1448 N. Green River Rd. 477-9854 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Beer & Wine Serviced/All Major Credit Cards

JAPANESE

Jaya’s 119 S.E. 4th St. 422-6667 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440 $10-$20/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Reservations Accepted/ Credit Cards Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 812-868-0830 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

KOREAN

LATIN AMERICAN Los Alfaro 1704 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-8070 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC/DSCVR

MEXICAN

Acapulco Mexican (Newburgh, IN) 8480 High Pointe Dr. 812-858-7777 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/MC, Visa/ Online ordering available – www.ﬁestaacapulco.com powered by Click4AMeal Cancun Mexican (Henderson) 341 S. Green St. 270-826-0067 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.cancunhenderson.com powered by Click4AMeal Cancun Mexican (Newburgh, IN) 10640 Newburgh Rd. 812-490-9936 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.cancunhenderson.com powered by Click4AMeal El Charro 720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine El Maguey (Boonville, IN) 601 W. State Rd. 62 812-897-2028 3250 Warrick Dr. 812-897-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www. mymaguey.com powered by Click4AMeal El Rio Mexican 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ No Checks/Full Bar/ Credit Cards Hacienda Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S. Green River Rd. 474-1635 (North) 711 N. 1st. Ave. 423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC/AMEX Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln. 490-2814 $5-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards

La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 477-3351 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.lacabanaevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal Los Bravos (East) 834 Tutor Ln. 474-9078 (North) 3534 First Ave. 424-4101 (West) 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 464-3136 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/AMEX Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Los Toribio’s (Henderson, KY) 2810 U.S. 41 N. 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/ VISA/MC/AMEX Los Tres Camino’s 12100 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 491-6637 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards/ Beer & Wine Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 401-0800 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Tequila’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 408 Southwind Plaza 812-838-2392 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA

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PIZZA/ SANDWICHES

Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant (Newburgh) 8309 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-7778 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Visa, MC/Online ordering available – www.archieandclydes.com powered by Click4AMeal Big M’s Pizzeria 1424 N. Main St. 434-6909 $10-$15/Casual/VISA/MC Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. 812-853-3400 $5-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Online ordering available – www.headyspizza.com powered by Click4AMeal

Cici’s Pizza (East) 101-B N. Green River Rd. 477-2424 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G 812-962-0034 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol Served/Non Smoking/ VISA/MC

Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900 Under $10/VISA/MC

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards The Duck Inn 4100 Pollack Ave. 402-4835 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Firedome Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2046 Hwy. 41 N. 270-830-7700 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards/ No Alcohol Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071 Under $10/Casual Geronte’s Pizza 4706 Vogel Rd. 474-1700 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC • www.News4UOnline.com

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Greeks Pizzeria 240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733 Under $10/Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.greeekspizzeria.com powered by Click4AMeal

Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

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Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2611 Hwy. 41 N. 270-826-1111 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/Beer & Wine/MC Noble Roman’s Pizza (East) 2403 Washington Ave. (Ross Center) 477-5347 (West) 4807 W. Lloyd Expwy. 424-0996 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Beer & Wine/Credit Cards/ Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.evansvilleoldchicago.com - powered by Click4AMeal Papa John’s Pizza (East) 303 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7700 (East) 5436 E. Indiana St. 473-5200 (North) 4204 N. 1st Ave. 425-2345 (West) 4814 W. Lloyd Expwy. 812-423-7272 Under $10/Credit Cards

Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339 Under $10/No Alcohol/Checks/ MC/VISA Pizza Chef (Newburgh, IN) 4938 SR 261 812-853-3338 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/MC/VISA Pizza Depot 11845 Old Petersburgh Rd. 812-867-9131 Under $10/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Pizza King (East) 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-9441 (West) W. Franklin St. 424-7976 (North) 2411 Stringtown Rd. 401-1060 (Newburgh, IN) Hwy. 66 & 261 812-853-3368 Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards/Beer available/Online ordering available – www.pizzakingevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rounder’s Pizza (North) 510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960 (East) 12731 N. Green River Rd. 812-867-7172 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware 423-3160 $10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol Samuel’s Place (New Harmony, IN) 518 Main. St. 812-682-3001 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Sandy’s Pizza (Ft. Branch, IN) 609 S. Main St. 812-759-3972 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

The Slice 2011 Lincoln Ave. 476-8518 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards

Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230 $20-$50/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary/ All Major Credit Cards

Smitty’s Little Tavern 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Old Post Oﬃce Event Center 100 NW. 2nd St. 812-253-2102 $10-$15/Full Bar

Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871 (Newburgh, IN) 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar - In house Brewery/ All Major Credit Cards Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N. 1st Ave. 464-4472 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

PRIVATE DINING

C.J.’s Party Place (Inside Willow Lanes) Virginia & Hwy. 41 422-6682 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary for Parties/All Major Credit Cards Just Rennie’s Catering 100 S.E. 4th St. 401-8098 $15 to $25/Banquet facilities for private parties up to 40 people/Conference Calling/ WiFi Internet/AV Equipment/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.justrennies.com powered by Click4AMeal The Event Gallery 956 Parrett St. 467-4255 $15 - $25/Banquet facilities/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Schmitt Catering & More 812-909-0566/812-774-6547 Under $10/Reservations Necessary/Checks Accepted/ No Credit Cards Truﬄes Eatery & Catering (Newburgh, IN) 4833 State Rd. 490-6070 $10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol/ Checks Accepted/VISA/ MC/DSCVR

PUBS

Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 424-5020 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Credit Cards Corner Pocket Bar & Grill 1819 N. Fulton Ave. 428-2255 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Cricket’s (Newburgh) 518 W. Main St. 812-858-2782 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Darren’s Pub (Henderson, KY) 713 N. Green St. 812-827-2206 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Dave’s Sportsden Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/All Major Credit Cards D.C.’s Pub 900 W. Buena Vista 401-6425 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks/ All MajorCredit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Fast Eddy’s Burgers & Beer 507 N.W. Riverside Dr. 424-ROCK Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Fox & Hound English Pub and Grille 5416 E. Indiana St. 473-5721 Between $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Ginny’s Place 1602 Vann Ave. 477-0789 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/VISA/MC/DSCVR Jazzy Grooves 217 Main St. 812-604-1936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/All Major Credit Cards Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Main Gate Sports Bar 518 Main St. 484-1066 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/ Checks Accepted/VISA/ MC/DSCVR The Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Cash Only Mojo Boneyard Sportsbar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-1400 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards

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The Pub 1348 Division St. 423-2121 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Cards The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. 425-4840 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rookie’s Sports Bar (Henderson, KY) 117 Second St. 270-826-1106 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 425-1912 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Not Accepted/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Wolf’s Tavern & Restaurant (Henderson, KY) 31 N. Green St. 270-212-1151 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

SEAFOOD

Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 401-3474 $15-$25/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

FOOD Restaurant Guide

Gator’s Hot Fish 1203 N. Main St. 402-7775 Under $10/Casual Harbor Bay Seafood (Next to Showplace Cinemas) (East) 4706 Morgan Ave. 402-5122 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards (North) 4428 N. First Ave. (In the North Park Shopping Center) 426-0133 (Princeton) 2691 W Broadway St. $10-15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar/Credit Cards Steak and Take Grill (Newburgh, IN) 4946 Hwy 261 473-0300 $10-$15/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR Tin Fish (Newburgh, IN) 300 W. Jennings Station 490-7000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

SPANISH

Eclipse Tapas Bar & Restaurant 113 SE 4th St. 463-6040 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC

STEAKHOUSES

Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Haub Steak House (Haubstadt, IN) 101 E. Haub St. 812-768-6462 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky St. 422-0572 $10-$20/Casual/Checks Accepted/Cash/Full Bar Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse (East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon 934 N. Green River Rd. 473-5468 $10-$15/Casual/ No Reservations/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400 $10-$15/Casual/Call Ahead Seating/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005 $10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Sirloin Stockade 4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Steak and Take Grill (Newburgh, IN) 4946 Hwy 261 473-0300 $10-$15/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/DSCVR

Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 477-7427 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ No Reservations/ No Checks/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR

Duck Inn 4100 Pollack Ave. 479-8050 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker Ave. 491-6229 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 476-5405 $12-$18/Casual/ Reservations/ Full Bar/ All MajorCredit Cards

Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 423-8040 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/ Cash Only/Full Bar

711 Tavern 711 Virginia St. 422-0904 Under $10/Cash Only/ Full Bar

TAVERNS

Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Cricket’s (Newburgh, IN) 518 W. Main 858-2782 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar Corner Pocket 1819 Fulton Ave. 428-BALL Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/Full Bar Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Service Bar/All Major Credit Cards Accepted Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 424-4677 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

She Lounge 1104 Diamond Ave. 423-0814 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Gloria’s Corral Club 3101 N. Kratzville Rd. 423-0138 Under $10/Casual/ Cash Only/Full Bar Hornville Tavern & Catering 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks Accepted The Knob Hill Tavern (Newburgh, IN) 1016 Hwy. 662 West 812-853-9550 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ Credit Cards Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia St. 491-2222 Under $10/Casual/ Cash Only/No Credit Cards/ Full Bar Legends (Inside River City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444 Under $10/Casual/ Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Lyle & Bills Sports Zone 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 425-7729 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/Full Bar The Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 423-5171 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Checks/MC/VISA, DSCVR Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 423-0872 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

St. Phillips Inn (Mt. Vernon, IN) 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/Credit Cards

THAI

Thai Chow Oriental Foods (Ft. Branch) RR1 812-753-3879 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards/ Thai Papaya Cuisine 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-8424 Under $10/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www. thaipapayacuisine.com powered by Click4AMeal

VIETNAMESE

Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 491-1884 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ VISA/MC

Smitty’s Little Tavern 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Accepted Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Cash Only/Full Bar T.J.’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Cash Only Yellow Tavern (New Harmony, IN) 521 Church St. 812-682-3303 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Checks Accepted/ Credit & Debit Not Accepted

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SuNDAY, APRIL 1 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Karaoke & DJ Dance Party 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Amazing Soul Crackers Fast Eddy’s -Karaoke Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk Lanhucks -- APA & TAP Pool Leagues

MONDAY, APRIL 2 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts

8:00 PM Someplace Else -Pool Tournament 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

TuESDAY, APRIL 3 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Bar & Restaurant Appreication Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -Andrea Wirth 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Andria Reed Duck Inn -- Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -Pub Quiz

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Emily Kirk KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke Contest hosted by Shane Breedlove 10:00 PM Lanhucks -- Karoake with Walt

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (Weinbach) -Beer Tasting Winetree (East) -Wine Tasting 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- College Night

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7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -Ladies Night with Live Music The Corner Pocket -- Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -Casey Williams

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Open Mic Duck Inn -- Jamtronic Party with MJG Someplace Else -- Karaoke with Brenda 8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -The Amazing Soul Crackers

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Christina Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver. Walker

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10:00 PM Hammerheads -Katie Watts Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

THuRSDAY, APRIL 5 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (St. Joe) -- Beer Tasting 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker

8:00 PM Duck Inn -Karaoke

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News4UOnline.com 9:00 PM Cecil’s KC’s Time Out Bar & Lounge & Grill Grill -- Poker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- -- Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Karaoke & DJ with Lanhucks -- Open Christina Walker Mic with Andrea Club Royale -Wirth Karaoke Contest O’Brians Sports Bar Semi-Finals -- DJ Magic Mark Hammerheads Karaoke -- Karaoke with DJ Jake Ryan 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -College Night with DJ/Karaoke

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FRIDAY, APRIL 6 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Jimmy B 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Brat Pack Legends -- Karaoke 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Skelton’s Montourage Duck Inn -- Vintage Rendition Hammerheads -Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Jeremy Tudelta Karaoke and Dance Party MoJo’s BoneYard -- Paul Wiemeier Acoustic

9:30 PM Club Royale -- Akacia

Entertainment

10:00 PM News4UOnline.com Fast Eddy’s -- Hot 96’s 5:30 PM Claire Live Tin Fish -- Jimmy B Broadcast and DJ Hammerheads -7:00 PM Karaoke with Cecil’s Bar & Grill -DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge Poker & Grill -- McFly 8:00 PM Lanhucks -- TBA Casino Aztar O’Brians Sports Bar (Hoosiers Lounge) --- Pieces of the Day The Brat Pack Legends -- Karaoke 10:30 PM The Pointe -Ri Ra Irish Pub -Motown Revue II Clayton Lee Someplace Else -DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B 11:30 PM Someplace Else -Mallory McQueen

SATuRDAY, APRIL 7 4:00 PM Lanhucks -Open Pool Tournament APA Rules

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9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Smoke Rings Hammerheads -- 80’s Night with DJ Jake Ran Lanhucks -- Union Shovel with Dave Martin (from Chelsea Martin) opening Los Alfaro -- Latin Dance Club MoJo’s BoneYard -MJT

1 MAN, 1 BULL & 8 DESPERATE SECONDS...

9:30 PM Club Royale -- Akacia Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Lindsay Brandi 10:00 PM Fast Eddy’s -- Jefferson Tarc Bus Hammerheads -- 80’s Night with DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -McFly O’Brians Sports Bar -- Beast Inc. 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- C. Scott Moody Someplace Else -- DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Mallory McQueen and Kendra James

SuNDAY, APRIL 8 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Troy Miller 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Karaoke & DJ Dance Party 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

he motto for the Professional Bull Riders is.... “PBR...the toughest sport on earth”....and Tri-State folks will have the chance to witness the excitement. The PBR is an actionpacked, high-adrenaline sport which has been described as incredible and awe-inspiring. The sport was officially organized in 1992 by 20 bull riders who put $1,000 in to create a competition where riders compete for purse money equal to the risk they take riding a bull. Each performance features an international roster of the Top 40 bull riders in the world who compete for the top score. The riders compete against each other in order to determine the 10 best riders who will advance to the Built Ford Tough Championship Round at the conclusion of the event. Riders are looking to win the event purse and ultimately the coveted World Champion buckle later in the season. You will witness 150-pound cowboys strap their hand to a massive 2,000-pound bull and ride while four judges grade every move the cowboy makes during the 8 second ride. The riders are terrific athletes who are able to perform skill and bravery feats upon an animal that could take their lives or disable them if they make one wrong move. These world class bull riders will be, of course, competing on the fiercest bulls in the world who are treated like rock stars and are highly valuable. Fans are given the opportunity to participate by tracking and recording rider scores on a daysheet that will be available at the beginning of the event. The event will not only provide intense sports action, but includes state-of-the-art production, pyrotechnics, and entertainer Flint Rasmussen will have fans cheering, gasping, laughing and dancing. The show also includes the Dickies DuraBullfighters who protect riders from the deadly bull. Check out statistics for the PBR competitors and look for a televised event so you can prepare for the excitement at PBR.com. You will want to attend both days of event competition… so plan accordingly! — Lanea Stagg The PBR will be at Evansville’s Ford Center on Saturday, April 13 & 14, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the event are $13, $23, $38, and $53 (plus fees) Call The Ford Center ticket oﬃce for info: 812-422-1515. You may purchase tickets during Ford Center oﬃce hours: Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., nights & weekends during events, online or you may call Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Amazing Soul Crackers Fast Eddy’s -Karaoke Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Emily Kirk Lanhucks -APA & TAP Pool Leagues

MONDAY, APRIL 9 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -Free Darts 7:00 PM Club Royale -Katie Watts 8:00 PM Someplace Else -Pool Tournament 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

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TuESDAY, APRIL 10 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Bar & Restaurant Appreication Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Shagadellics Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -- Blender Showcase 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Ryan Rigdon Duck Inn -- Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke Contest hosted by Shane Breedlove 10:00 PM Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (Weinbach) -Beer Tasting Winetree (East) -Wine Tasting 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- College Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Shagadellics Club Royale -- Royale Brew & Blues with Special Guest Ryan Rigdon Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Ladies Night with Live Music The Corner Pocket -- Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Moccasins Duck Inn -- Jamtronic Party with MJG Someplace Else -Karaoke with Brenda

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8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers

Entertainment

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker 10:00 PM Hammerheads -Katie Watts Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

THuRSDAY, APRIL 12 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (St. Joe) -- Beer Tasting 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Karaoke 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -Karaoke Contest Semi-Finals

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Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Open Mic with Andrea Wirth O’Brians Sports Bar -- DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -College Night with DJ/Karaoke

FRIDAY, APRIL 13 4:00 PM USI -- Springfest 2012 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Tom Small 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 7:30 PM Ford Center -PBR - Professional Bull Riders

8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Rumors Legends -- Karaoke 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Bosco France Band Duck Inn -Diversion Hammerheads -Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Koodie Hoos -- DJ & Karaoke with

Generation Sound Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Jeremy Tudelta Karaoke and Dance Party MoJo’s BoneYard -- Katie Watts4 9:30 PM Club Royale -The Jimmies 10:00 PM Fast Eddy’s -- Hot 96’s Claire Live Broadcast and DJ Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill --

Bad Medicine Lanhucks -- TBA O’Brians Sports Bar -- Bosko 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -The Regulars Someplace Else -DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -DJ B

SATuRDAY, APRIL 14 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament

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8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Rumors Legends -- Karaoke

5:30 PM Tin Fish -Tom Small 6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Victory Theatre -- EPO Presents “Broadway Rocks!”

9:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -Casey Williams Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Hi=Fi Cultivation

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USI’S SPRINGFEST 2012

he University of Southern Indiana is proud to announce Pop artist Mike Posner and opening act Karmin as the main attractions for the 10th annual SpringFest. The two-day event, featuring carnival rides, food booths, local bands, and USIdol, will be held April 13 and 14 at the Physical Activities Center and in surrounding parking lots. “This year the food is going to be really, really good,” Giannini, student co-director said. “We’re going to have the most student booths we’ve ever had.” The USI Alumni Association, Sports Management students, and fraternity organizations will be serving an assortment of foods, ranging from strombolis to ice cream. USIdol will return to SpringFest for the second time on Friday at 5 p.m. with a singing competition among USI students. Following the competition, local bands are scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. “We’ve had a lot of interest among local bands who want to play,” Giannini said. Between Friday and Saturday, 20 bands have been scheduled to perform. Bands scheduled for Saturday are set to perform before the doors of the PAC open for Mike Posner and Karmin. Giannini and his committee are excited about this year’s entertainment and are hoping for a soldout show. Doors will open at 7 p.m., and the show begins at 8 p.m. Mike Posner is a well-known artist featured recently on MTV’s 10 on Top for his new single “Looks Like Sex.” Other hits include “Cooler Than Me” and “Bow Chicka Wow Wow.” Karmin will provide the audience with a melody of percussion sound, with Pop and R & B influenced lyrics. The duo has appeared on Ellen DeGeneres Live and SNL performing “Look at Me Now” and “Brokenhearted.” “They are up and coming. In the music world, they are a YouTube sensation,” Giannini said of Karmin. Students with a valid student ID may purchase tickets at the USI Bookstore for $20. Meet and Greet passes will also be available for purchase. Bookstore terms and conditions apply. General public tickets may be purchased online at USIBook.USI.edu or 1061Evansville.com for $30. The musical group Black Violin will kick off the event with an educational seminar Friday afternoon with students from the EVSC district. Last year, nearly 700 high school and elementary school students attended the event, hosted by Black Violin. Joseph Giannini hopes to see SpringFest at the number of students again this year because last year’s performance was such a success. SpringFest is a family-friendly celebration. Students and families are encouraged to enjoy the event-filled weekend. “People in the community think it’s only for USI students, but it’s not,” Giannini said. “We need community involvement as well as student participation.” — Brooke O’Shields

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Hammerheads -80’s Night with DJ Jake Ran Los Alfaro -- Latin Dance Club MoJo’s BoneYard -The Cold Stares 9:30 PM Club Royale -- The Jimmies Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Nick Smith 10:00 PM Fast Eddy’s -- Black Stone Cherry presented by 103 GBF’s Damn Loud Rock Show Hammerheads -- 80’s Night with DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Bad Medicine Lanhucks -- TBA O’Brians Sports Bar -Lindsey Williams 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- The Regulars Someplace Else -- DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B 11:30 PM Someplace Else -Veronica Cruise and Tirah DotC*om Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

SuNDAY, APRIL 15 2:00 PM Victory Theatre -- EPO Presents “Broadway Rocks!” 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 6:00 PM Cambridge Golf Club -- Taste Of Southern Indiana 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Karaoke & DJ Dance Party 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Amazing Soul Crackers Fast Eddy’s -Karaoke Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk Lanhucks -- APA & TAP Pool Leagues

MONDAY, APRIL 16 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Katie Watts 8:00 PM Someplace Else -Pool Tournament 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

TuESDAY, APRIL 17 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Bar & Restaurant Appreication Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Marlinaires Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -Andrea Wirth 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Katie Watts

Duck Inn -- Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -Pub Quiz 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke Contest hosted by Shane Breedlove 10:00 PM Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (Weinbach) -Beer Tasting Winetree (East) -Wine Tasting 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- College Night

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7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires Duck Inn -- Origin and Bloodtribe + more Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Ladies Night with Live Music The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- Casey Williams Club Royale -- Ladies Night Out with The Chippendales Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Chuck Grady Someplace Else -Karaoke with Brenda 8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Katie Watts Lanhucks -- Karoake with Walt

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THuRSDAY, APRIL 19 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (St. Joe) -- Beer Tasting 5:00 PM Echo Lanes -Henderson Bowl for the Cure 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 7:30 PM Ford Center -Eric Church with special guests Brantley Gilbert and Blackberry Smoke 8:00 PM Duck Inn -- Karaoke 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -- Karaoke Contest Semi-Finals Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Jake Ryan

LADIES NIGHT WITH THE CHIPPENDALES April 18 at 8:00pm - Club Royale

KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Open Mic with Andrea Wirth O’Brians Sports Bar -- DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -College Night with DJ/Karaoke

FRIDAY, APRIL 20 5:30 PM Tin Fish -Live Music

6:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Grand Opening! 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -The Van-Dells Legends -- Karaoke

Duck Inn -Vuples + more Hammerheads -Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Jeremy Tudelta Karaoke and Dance Party MoJo’s BoneYard -Front Porch Revival with Guest Katie Watts

9:00 PM 9:30 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill Club Royale --- Karaoke & DJ with Never Been Caught Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver. The USI Jazz Band

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10:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Lindsey Williams Fast Eddy’s -- Hot 96’s Claire Live Broadcast and DJ Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Kriss

Someplace Else -- DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B

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ERIC CHURCH

April 19 at 7:30 - The Ford Center with Special Guests Brantley Gilbert and Blackberry Smoke KC’s Time Out Lounge SATuRDAY, APRIL 21 & Grill -- Rachel & The Jimmies Lanhucks -- TBA 12:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar Sunset Park --- Diversion Evansville Rockin’ River City Ride 10:30 PM 5k, 10k, 25k, 100k Ri Ra Irish Pub -rides / 5k walk Kneckdown 9:00 AM Buds HarleyBudweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver. Davidson-East -Spring Fling/Demo Rides/Swap Meet 56 | April 2012

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5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Live Music 6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

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8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Van-Dells Legends -- Karaoke Victory Theatre -Raplhie May - Too Big to Ignore 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Vintage Rendition Hammerheads -- 80’s Night with DJ Jake Ran Koodie Hoos -- DJ & Karaoke with Generation Sound Los Alfaro -Latin Dance Club MoJo’s BoneYard -The Echo Plexes 9:30 PM Club Royale -Never Been Caught

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Main Gate Sports Bar & Restaurant -- Guns & Hoses Tailgate Party & 4 Seamer Live 10:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Bosko Fast Eddy’s -- Gonzo’s Toybox Hammerheads -- 80’s Night with DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Rachel & The Jimmies Lanhucks -- Sister Brutal O’Brians Sports Bar -Diversion 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -Kneckdown Someplace Else -DJ Downstairs

YOUR EVANSVILLE ICEMEN CLINCH FIRST EVER AA/CHL PRESIDENT’S CUP PLAYOFF BERTH! The IceMen will embark on the final week of the league’s 66-game regular season schedule immersed in a tight, four-team tussle for playoff positioning. For the IceMen, they will commence the final week occupying second place with a record of 62(38-20-4) 80-points. They tail Fort Wayne and lead Rapid City and Quad City. Game #66 in Ft. Worth, TX taking on the Brahmas will be Sunday March 25 which is after press time. Let’s hope we are cheering on the Icemen into April! Keep your eyes and ears open for updates! Congrats, Icemen!

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RALPHIE MAY’S “TOO BIG TO IGNORE”

April 21 at 8pm - The Victory Theatre 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- India Devine, Tasha Salad, and Zoe Kohl

SuNDAY, APRIL 22 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller

7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker 8:00 PM Duck Inn -Karaoke & DJ Dance Party 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

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14TH ANNUAL HOMES OF NOTE TOUR Evansville’s architectural history is illuminated as the Evansville Philharmonic Guild orchestrates the 14th Annual Homes of Note Tour. Sublime spring weather will be the perfect backdrop to showcase the aesthetic beauty and pristine craftsmanship of three homes in the downtown historic district and two more homes on the east side. The Homes of Note Tour exposes not only each building’s exterior and interior but also provides tour-goers with a chronological View-Master—a glimpse of the lives of the people who occupied these homes three generations ago. “Actually touring [the] homes as opposed to seeing historical or contemporary photographs gives one a better understanding of the people who built and lived in these homes,” says Publicity Chair of the Homes Tour Julie Mallory. Tickets for the tour will be available in advance for $15 at Schnucks, The Wildflower Boutique, Paul’s Menswear, and the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra box office. Tickets will also be available at the door for $20. All proceeds will go to benefit the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and Guild’s dedication to youth music education. The tour will take place Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning at 10 Chandler Ave. — Nick Durcholz Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Amazing Soul Crackers Fast Eddy’s -Karaoke Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk Lanhucks -- APA & TAP Pool Leagues

MONDAY, APRIL 23 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 7:00 PM Club Royale -Katie Watts KC’s Timeout Lounge & Grill – The Jim Brinkley Tribute Jam - Meet & Greet 8:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Jim Brinkely Tribute Jam - Live Music Someplace Else -Pool Tournament 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

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TuESDAY, APRIL 24 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Bar & Restaurant Appreication Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Stompbox Trio Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -Blender Showcase Victory Theatre -Red Green’s “Wit & Wisdom” Tour 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Lacey Chaddock Duck Inn -- Karaoke Ri Ra Irish Pub -Pub Quiz 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk

KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke Contest hosted by Shane Breedlove 10:00 PM Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (Weinbach) -Beer Tasting Winetree (East) -Wine Tasting 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts 6:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- College Night 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -Stompbox Trio Club Royale -- Royale Brew & Blues with Special Guest The Rock-it Man, Warren Batts

Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Ladies Night with Live Music The Corner Pocket -Cornhole Tournament 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Zak & Dustin Duck Inn -- Jam-tronic Party with MJG Someplace Else -Karaoke with Brenda 8:30 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- The Amazing Soul Crackers 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker 10:00 PM Hammerheads -Katie Watts Lanhucks -Karoake with Walt

THuRSDAY, APRIL 26 4:00 PM Liquor Locker (St. Joe) -Beer Tasting 7:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

7:30 PM Ford Center -Cirque Du Soleil’s “Quidam” 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Club Royale -- Karaoke Contest Finals Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Open Mic with Andrea Wirth O’Brians Sports Bar -DJ Magic Mark Karaoke 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -College Night with DJ/Karaoke

FRIDAY, APRIL 27 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Gary Ward 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker

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77 RECORDING

he Tristate has a burgeoning music scene, and any time there is a lot of talent in one area, places that foster creativity become essential. Enter 77 recording. Located behind Moore Music at 4206 E. Morgan Ave., 77 recording is a place where local and regional artists can record original material with all of the benefits of a professional studio. Brett Mulzer, who owns 77 recording, says, “Our goal is to have a world-class facility here in Evansville to provide people in the area somewhere to go for high-quality recordings.” And no matter what kind of a musician you are, you may find the perfect home for your record there: “We’re open to any genre, and we’re good at producing any genre. We have a few engineers who are good at different things… we’ve focused on rock, we’ve done a lot of country, we’ve done a lot of singer/songwriter, some gospel. We’ve done contemporary and some choirs,” says Mulzer. What is most remarkable about 77 recording, besides the fact that they employ several different producers who have experience with different genres, is the studio equipment itself. They have analog capabilities. “We’re a full analog and digital studio with multi-track,” says Mulzer. “We just bought a 24 track tape machine, and we run a ProTools HD system as well. We use almost exclusively analog gear for mixing. Worlds better than anything in digital.” Mulzer says that though the studio is specifically modeled to look old school, their primary goals are soundbased: they want to evoke an era through atmosphere and recording techniques. “Our goal is to make the studio look old school, kind of like the glory days of recording in the 60s and 70s…but warm sound, that’s what we’re after,” he says. Like most studios, 77 recording will offer a flat hourly fee for recordings, but they will also offer quantity packages at a later date. This is great news for local musicians,; it’s much easier to have a studio that records in both analog and digital here in southern Indiana than to commute to Nashville or Louisville. 77 recording has also just donated a $10,000 recording package to the Rockin’ River City Ride Battle of the Bands, which is another way great way to become involved in the community and support local music. Studio hours are scheduled by session. You can contact 77 recording by either call (812) 477-4747, or visiting them on the web at www.77recording.com or Facebook. com/77recording. To get more information via email, send a message to info@77recording.com. — Katie Darby-Mullins

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7:30 PM Ford Center -Cirque Du Soleil’s “Quidam” 8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Gino Speight and Tight Noise Legends -- Karaoke Back Stage Bar & Grill -Edwin McCain Duck Inn -Karaoke 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Panacea Duck Inn – Addiction Cure Hammerheads -Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Koodie Hoos -DJ & Karaoke with Generation Sound MoJo’s BoneYard -Boscoe France 9:30 PM Club Royale -Pieces of the Day 10:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Lindsey Williams Fast Eddy’s -Hot 96’s Claire Live

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Broadcast and DJ Hammerheads -Karaoke with DJ Kriss KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Classic Kings Lanhucks -Punk Rock Night with Various Bands O’Brians Sports Bar -Levex 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -Acutal Size Someplace Else -DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ B

SATuRDAY, APRIL 28 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament APA Rules Winetree (East) -Craft Beer Tasting 5:30 PM Tin Fish -Gary Ward

8:00 PM Casino Aztar (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Gino Speight and Tight Noise Legends -Karaoke

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S QUIDAM April 26-29 at The Ford Center

6:30 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo

7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker

Victory Theatre -EPO Presents “The Titan”

Hammerheads -80’s Night with DJ Jake Ran Los Alfaro -- Latin Dance Club MoJo’s BoneYard -The Strolling Tones

9:00 PM 9:30 PM Boston’s Gourmet Club Royale -Pizza -- Casey Pieces of the Day Williams Main Gate Sports Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Bar & Restaurant -Karaoke & DJ with John Hussman Christina Walker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver. -- Hog-Maw Blues Band

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10:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Jump Start Your Heart (Nashville) feat. Lauren Hancock Fast Eddy’s -Lt. Dan’s New Legs Hammerheads -80’s Night with DJ Kriss

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10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -Lindsey Williams

RED GREEN’S “WIT & WISDOM”

April 24 at 7pm - The Victory Theatre

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Someplace Else -DJ Downstairs 11:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -DJ B

11:30 PM Someplace Else -Savannah Lynn and CeCe Davenport

SuNDAY, APRIL 29 1:00 PM Ford Center -Cirque Du Soleil’s “Quidam” 2:00 PM Boston’s Gourmet Pizza -- Party on the Patio with Rod Bennett

5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Troy Miller Ford Center -Cirque Du Soleil’s “Quidam” 7:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker The Centre -- Broadway Series: “Young Frankenstein” 8:00 PM Duck Inn -Karaoke & DJ Dance Party

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -The Amazing Soul Crackers Fast Eddy’s -Karaoke Hammerheads -Karaoke with Emily Kirk Lanhucks -- APA & TAP Pool Leagues

MONDAY, APRIL 30 5:00 PM O’Brians Sports Bar -- Free Darts

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -Karaoke & DJ with Latasha Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- Poker

7:00 PM Club Royale -Katie Watts

8:00 PM Someplace Else -Pool Tournament

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Did you see the “SaSSquad” sightings in Evansville? The dance world is exploding and Michelle Crosbie is lighting the way. The extraordinarily talented choreographer took time out to speak with me about her new project, SaSSquad. “We are an all-girl dance crew who share the same passion and love of jazz and hip hop dance,” said Crosbie. I was able to capture firsthand the audience reaction to this enjoyable high energy dance crew performing to “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” during the Mardi Bra event last February. The P.A. was cranked while the dancers performed on a 20-foot runway, their breathing labored and their execution fierce. Their style is a mix of playful sass and charm; they dance with ambition to a polished choreography. The strength and beauty of each dancer brought dynamism to the stage. It was clear from their energy that they loved dancing. The audience was delighted, taking pictures and offering a big round of applause, with some members giving the performers a deserved standing ovation. It was definitely the highlight of the show.

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For those who don’t know you, introduce yourself to the world. “I’m Michelle Crosbie, dance studio owner of Shannon’s School of Dance, choreographer, performer, costume designer, and all-around artist. Art is a way of life for me! I will utilize whatever media necessary to express my vision.” How do you find choreographic inspiration? “Inspiration begins with the event itself. I take into account the theme, the season, the space, and the audience when deciding what unique twist I can bring to the show. From there, music fuels my creative process as I interpret the mood and attitude of the song, visualizing the dance taking shape, from high energy crescendos to dramatic freezes. Whatever it is, the music guides me in defining a

From Left to Right: Natalie Robertson, Stephanie Barker, Michelle Crosbie, Bailey Rideout and Alex Ritter

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piece, and I try to engage the audience as much as possible. I definitely like to reference what others have done before, especially if a song is highly notable for its choreography. And when in doubt, I’m surrounded by amazing dancers every day who bring their own brand of genius to the table!” Do you ever second-guess yourself or question yourself down the line? It sounds like you’re very content with what you put on the stage and what you produce. “When the show’s over, I am always confident that we brought forth a fantastic performance! Positive feedback from our spectators has been gratifying proof of that. For weeks prior we pour our hearts and souls into a routine, painstakingly critiquing and drilling every second of it. Afterwards, we are usually just ecstatic from the sheer joy of performing; it’s a real rush to get out there and just kill it!” Where can people find your work or get in touch with you? Contact me and my staff at Shannon’s School of Dance, 812-425-6060, and see footage of our performances at SassquadofEvansville on youtube.com. The Shannon’s School of Dance 37th Annual Recital will take place at the Center May 19, 2012. — Tamatha Lant

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vansville band “Exempt,” comprised of three local young men David Ford (bass), Drew Schneider (guitar), and Jason Rager (drums), broke ground when they began playing progressive metal music over nine years ago. Progressive metal combines heavily distorted guitars and fast rhythms with intricate musical composition. Their band operates without a lead vocalist because ... well... they don’t need or want one. Progressive metal generally incorporates lead vocals that consist of growling and groaning, but these musicians have enough confidence in their musical abilities to forego the lyrics and vocals and get down to the business of pure metal instrumentation. When did you start playing and how did you meet? Drew: When I was 12 I saw a handwritten ad at Opus 1, looking for a band. The ad was from 13 year-old David Ford. With the support (and transportation) of our parents we formed “the band.” Jason: My dad was a school band teacher and I grew up attending concerts and marching band competitions. I started playing drums when I was four. I met David Ford during jazz band at Reitz High School and joined him and Drew. Why is The Duck Inn your favorite club to play? Drew: Because it’s unpretentious, cozy and welcoming. You’ll find music lovers of all genres there who have great taste in local bands. What artist/band has influenced your music the most? Drew: Jimi Hendrix & Mastodon. David: Ryan Martini of Mudvayne and Les Claypool of Primus. Jason: Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater.

What is the future of progressive metal? Dave: When we started playing progressive metal about 9 years ago it was like pulling teeth to get people to listen to us. We didn’t have a singer and it was different. Now people are more accepting of it and I think there is more exposure now, so our audiences are starting to now be appreciative of our style. Jason: We are hearing mainstream metal include characteristics of progressive metal. It’s becoming more received and common. We are going to continue to hear the influences of p.m. in mainstream music.

Dave: I encourage people to widen your horizon and open your mind to physical music. The whole point of playing music is getting out emotion that you can’t do normally. When you open your mind and really listen to the music you will enjoy it. We have gained attention from a lot of people in the metal world, namely Jack Hamaker of Kick As$ Cables, who manufactures and supplies high end cables to national rock stars, and Jack says we’re “amazing,” which is a great compliment. — Lanea Stagg

What do you want people to know about your band? Jason: I would describe our band as metal meets swamp rock, arranged as a classical piece. We have no hype, no gimmicks, just pure skilled musicianship. Drew: We are just a metal band and we don’t attempt to be more than that. We don’t bring political and religious views to our music. We are just here to play and it’s all about the instrumental music, not the lyrics. Since we don’t perform cover songs we are forced to write and perform better. Our musicianship has to be and is tight. We’ve played so long together that we complete each other’s thoughts, musically and otherwise.

You can find Exempt at ReverbNation.com/Venue/341229#!/ ExemptRocks and on Facebook at Facebook.com/ExemptBand.

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Algonquins 213 U.S. Hwy. 41 South Henderson, KY (270) 827-4313

Cecil’s Bar & Grill 420 N. Garvin

NS Archie & Clyde’s Newburgh, IN 8320 Bell Oaks Dr. (812) 480-7778 BackStage Bar 524 Main St. 424-5020 Ø Blush ultra Lounge & Tapas Bar 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside LeMerigot) (812) 433-4000 Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. (812) 909-0388

Ø Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. (812) 475-1074 Chilly Willy’s 3039 Claremont (812) 423-0726

Ø Boney June’s Music Venue 5525 Pearl Dr. Suite D (812) 421-6767 The Brickhouse 201 W. Illinois St. (812) 421-0024 Buck’s Tavern 1005 N. Fulton Ave. (812) 429-0055

NS Ellis Park Sports Bar 3300 U.S. Hwy. 41 North Henderson, KY (812) 425-1456

Club Royale 2131 W. Franklin St. (812) 401-1699

Extra Innings (Holiday Inn) 951 Wernsing Rd. Jasper, IN (812) 482-5555

Corner Bar 2668 Mount Vernon Ave. (812) 423-0933

Fast Eddy’s 507 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 424-ROCK

Corner Pocket 1819 N. Fulton Ave. (812) 428-BALL

Fox & Hound English Pub 5416 E. Indiana (812) 473-5721

Cricket’s 518 W. Main St. Newburgh, IN (812) 858-2782

Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares (812) 425-4929

The Duck Inn 4100 Pollack Ave. (812) 402-4835

Fred’s 421 Read St. (812) 423-8040

Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt (812) 867-7300

Ginny’s Place 1602 Covert Ave. (812) 477-0789

Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St. Henderson, KY (270) 827-2206

Gloria’s 3101 Kratzville Rd. (812) 423-0138

D.C.’s Pub 900 W. Buena Vista (812) 401-6425

Bullock’s 401 Edgar St. (812) 422-2800

Deerhead Sidewalk Café 222 E. Columbia (812) 425-2515

Buster & Becky’s 1000 N. Garvin (812) 423-7616

Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown (812) 401-1201

Hagedorn’s Tavern 2037 W. Franklin (812) 423-0796 Hammerheads 317 Main St. (812) 421-8492 Harold Singles Dance Club 2816 N. Cullen (812) 477-1752

Lyle & Bill’s Sports Zone 1404 E. Morgan Ave. (812) 425-7729

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Ø Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. (812) 475-0229

Los Alfaro 1704 S. Kentucky Ave. (812) 422-8070

The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. (812) 425-4840

NS Show Me’s (West) 5525 Pearl Dr. (812) 402-7100

Iron Horse 203 N. McCreary Ft. Branch, IN (812) 753-9918

Ø Main Gate Sports Bar 520 Main St. (812) 428-7776

NS The Pub 1348 Division St. (812) 423-2121

Jazzy Grooves 217 Main St. (812) 604-1936

Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. (812) 475-8780

NS Show Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. (812) 401-7469

Hoosiers Lounge (in Casino Aztar Pavillion) 450 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 433-4100

The Jungle & Fat Cats Bar 415 Main St. (812) 425-5282 K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill Washington Square Mall (812) 437-9920 Koodie Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St. Mt. Vernon, IN (812) 838-5202 Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin (812) 437-0171 Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia (812) 491-2222 Legends 1050 S. Weinbach (812) 476-7444 Leroy’s Tavern 2659 Mt. Vernon Ave. (812) 464-8300

NS Mojo’s Boneyard Sportsbar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. (812) 475-8593 O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. (812) 401-4630 Old Chicago 6500 Lloyd Expwy. (812) 401-1400 On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill 100 Second St. (270) 826-2424 The Peephole Bar & Grill 2nd & Main St. (812) 423-5171 Ø Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. (812) 421-8741

Clubs & Pubs

Rick’s Sports Bar 1531 Green River Rd. (812) 477-4088 NS RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 426-0000 Rick’s 718 Lounge 718 3rd Ave. (812) 423-0872 Rookie’s 117 Second St. Henderson, KY (270) 826-1106 The Rock Yard 207 S. Fulton Ave. (812) 426-6998 Safari Wine & Martini Bar 415 Main St. (812) 425-5282 Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker (812) 491-6229 Smitty’s Little Tavern 2109 W. Franklin St. (812) 423-6280 She Lounge 1104 Diamond Ave. (812) 423-0814

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Sidetrack Tavern 664 E. Illinois St. 423-0828 Someplace Else 930 Main St. (812) 424-3202 Sportsman’s Grille & Billards 2315 W. Franklin St. (812) 422-0801 Stoney’s Rockin’ Country 701 NW Riverside Dr. (812) 402-9913 Tiki Time Bar 1801 Waterworks Rd. (812) 425-1912 Ø Tinfish 300 W. Jennings Newburgh, IN (812) 490-7000 TJ’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. (812) 402-9273 Ziggy’s Pub 16 Main St. Poseyville, IN (812) 874-2170

Bands Listings

ACOUSTIC Andy Norvell Adam Blythe “Blind-Dog” Gatewood Bobby Clark Byron Rohrig Calabash Chad Harvey Chad Nordhoff Chris Knight Clayton Daughtery 5th & Jackson David Fuller Dave Cogswell Dustin Kaposta Heath Eric J.T. Cusic Jay Johnson Jason Mann Keith Vincent Library Trio Lindsey Williams Matt & John Matt Clark Michelle Shelton Mike Z Nathan Mowery Nick Gregory Nick Hamilton Rik Hilborn Rob Bennett The Rocky Rhoads Scott Winzinger Sin Eats the Apple The Strolling Tones Rowan Tree Tom Small Troy Miller

CHRISTIAN ROCK/ GOSPEL Kerusso Euphrates Jones

COUNTRY/ SOUTHERN ROCK A.S.R.B Aces & Eights Back In Time Common Ground 41SOUTH Fields of Home

Jason Clutter and the Broken Arrow Band Jason Mayfield and the One Bullet Band Joe and Line of Fire Midranger Modern Country Private Property Sons of Sisters Southern Edge Switchback Unstoppable Woodsboro

DJs Bryan Steel DJ Elo Enok Dougie Fresh DJ Jones Capone DJ Kodyman Freddy K Jon B Longbeard NickkyB Paul Bunyon Randy Marshall Romey Rome Shane Breedlove

HEAVY METAL/ HARD ROCK Aegaeon Amnezia Anthem for a Massacre Ashes Resurrected Black Water Redemption Blood Tribe eXesion Deliver Us From Evil Displacement Empty Lies the Tomb Factory Damage Far From Fallen God on Trial Gridlock Hostile Apology Life of Decay Cruicifuge Paradigum The Path Prowler

Secretariat Shatter the Odds Sister Brutal Visceral Throne

JAZZ Bob Ballard Bob Minnette & The Swingcats Bookie Buchenberger Bob Minnette & The Dixieland Society Jazzafloozie Jeff Harmon Jazz Shawn Needham & the Black Sheep

RAP/ HIP HOP Boop D Bradley-T Cas One Clusoe Crispy Cyclopean Super Hero Dew Dirt D-Trick E’ville J-Fill Kanine Kasper from the K KY Prophet Lac the GoGetter Laudi Lil’ Ace Loc the Great MC Till Menace the Untouchable Mic Nuke’em Raaqim Red 13 a.k.a. Rone Shadowman Reverend Fang Gory Scooter Sinumatic Wayward a.k.a. Chessmaster Whydhe Write a.k.a. Papale Young Press

ROCK ‘N ROLL (Stuff like ABBA to Zappa & Everything In Between) Actual Size Akacia American Pie

AMPutee APT F. Anger Wish Anywhere But Here Bad Medicine Bamboo Needle Behold the Seraph Black Tar Gravy Blind Alley BNO Bobby Clark Band Bosko BSR Calling Corners The Classic Kings Cloudy with a Chance of The Cold Stares Damaged Goods Dang Heathens The Dead Livers Dead Weight Deaf Megan Descent Déjà vu Desperate Measures Detail Diversion dkWells Do Androids Dream? Dominos DownFall The Duke Boys Dyonosis El Mocambo Trio Ever Dweller Fifth Wheel Band Flashback Flat Stanley 4-Seamer Fuzzy Roxx Gentlemen & Scholars Gonzo’s Toybox Guts N Glory Goodnight June Hair Bangers Ball Hard Sunday The Hiding Hollywood Gutter Rats Iron Monkee JEB Jimmi & The Lounge Lizzards Joe’s Garage Joe Smith Trio John Hussman Trio Karl’s Kids Last Hour Left of Eden Leagacee Loko Davi Lucid Hue

The Marlinaires McFly Midnight Manifest Mid-Way MINX The Moccasins Namasté Never Been Caught Panacea Pale Runs the Ghost Pfreak Show Philpot Pieces of the Day The Pits Poptart Monkeys Quasimojo Rachel & the Jimmies The Relics Retro Shock Rukkus Second Story Shagadelics Shark Weekend SixtyFourEast Six More Miles Slick Willy The Smoke Rings Static Stolen Remains Stompbox 40 Throne of Lions The CROWD Trio The Toddlers Top Dead Center The Velcro Pygmies Union Jacks Unstoppable Velvet Bombers Vicious Blondes

R&B/BLUES Amazing Soul Crackers Big Slick Black Widow The Blues Co-Op Blues 4U Brian Hunt Hog-Maw Blues Band Hoosier Daddy The Library Trio Object Blue Small Train Shaggy Wonda Soulunique Stillwell-Rodenberg & Co. Twist of Fate Valentina Gibbs Velair 7 Will-C Yankee Dime

local banD SPotlight

THE GO GETTERS

ABOUT THE BAND: Dennis Lyerla (bass), Jimmy Cummings (drums), and Nick Gregory (guitar) are three guys who just enjoy playing and having a good time with one another. Each of them has been playing music for a long time... longer than they care to remember!

WHAT THEY COVER: Dennis is a little bit country, Nick is a little bit rock-n-roll, and Jimmy is anything you want him to be. They cover songs from the 70’s through the present day. Most of it is rock, but they hit other genres as well.

THEIR INSPIRATION: Their inspiration is just playing well together and communicating with each other. That’s what makes it fun. The bonus is connecting with those who are watching.

WHERE CAN PEOPLE CATCH YOUR PERFORMANCES: You can catch The Go Getters at Show Me’s on Wednesdays (West) or Thursdays (East). You can also catch us at Doc’s every month.

HELP US KEEP THIS LIST UPDATED! IF YOU ARE IN A BAND, PLEASE SEND US YOUR INFO! EDITOR@ATOMAPUBLISHING.COM Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Ratings are given from 1-5. “5” is the best rating a reviewer can give, meaning they were very pleased with the beer and would strongly recommend it. “1” is the lowest rating a reviewer can give, meaning they did not enjoy the beer at all.

Rivertown Blueberry

6 Point Resin

(Lockland, OH)

(Brooklyn, NY)

Widmer Brothers Rotator (Portland, OR)

Jaqulyn Woolsey – 2.5

I was surprised by the color, I was expecting it to be blue because of the other blueberry beer I’ve had. It smells very heavily of fresh blueberry. It has a wine like dryness and I would expect that a white wine drinker would enjoy this beer!

Todd Zachritz - 1.0

This cloudy, pale yellow light lager pours with a nice head, but no lace to note. The aroma is definitely blueberry, but more in line with a Nehi soda than fresh. Taste is very light, and not at all complex. There’s a sure blueberry-like character, but it’s a weird and funky sweet that clashes with the lager grains. Maybe I’m swayed by the bottle stating prominently that there’s “artificial flavor added”, but this just seems wrong. The finish is despicable and chemicallike. Awful.

Jabez Martinez – 2.0

Not a big fan of blueberry beer but at least it looked like a regular beer. The last blueberry beer I had was actually a blue beer. This is a golden colored beer and had the standard lager flavor. I just can’t get into blueberry beers. This one was better than the others I have had but it was just average.

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Jaqulyn Woolsey – 1.0

Pours a nice amber color. I can’t say that I enjoy the smell or the taste all that much. It’s very bitter with a hint of sweetness and the aftertaste sticks to your tongue...which after reading the can makes sense. I can see where an IPA drinker would love it.

Todd Zachritz - 4.0

Jaqulyn Woolsey – 3.0

It’s a bit cloudy on pour and has a yellow/orange color. It smells quite citrusey but clean. I didn’t expect it to be as hoppy as it is.

Todd Zachritz - 4.0

Amber with hints of ruby upon pouring from the can, with a huge head of foam and gorgeous lace. Nose is sweet grapefruit, as is the taste. It’s a sticky mouth feel, being gloriously hopped, but with an underlying backbone of big malts as well, lurking beneath the palate-shocking hops. Definitely one for the hardcore hop-heads here. Solid, and a good experience, for sure.

Very light but cloudy yellow in complexion, with a full head and detailed lace. Impressive. The nose is positively delectable, being intensely fruity with a deep citrus hops ester vibe. Flavor is tough up front, with a bitter pine/grapefruit hops bite. I get a light hint of tea and spice towards the finish. Unique and quite enjoyable!

Jabez Martinez - 4.5

Jabez Martinez -4.0

I actually just had this beer at the Gerst House a few days before I reviewed it. My friends Joe and Paul took me there and really enjoyed it and were glad to see it in this month’s offerings. It does have a heavy hops flavor which I usually shy away from but I really liked this beer. It cane in a skinny 12 oz can which was a little odd for me. It does have a 9.1 % ABV which was really nice. It had those citrus and pines flavors that go with a heavily hopped beer.

This is a cloudy copper colored beer with decent carbonation. I enjoyed the crisp hops flavor. I could also detect some spices and a little more than average citrus flavor. I would consider that a good IPA.

Red Hook Pilsner (Woodinville, WA)

Todd Zachritz - 3.0

A fairly typical pilsner here, pouring yellowish with a white head and big, loopy lace. The aroma is lagery and grainy - definitely heavy on the malts. Tastewise, it’s rather sweet, but not overly so, with a tinge of hoppiness at the finish. Solid, if forgettable.

Jabez Martinez - 3.5

Jaqulyn Woolsey – 3.0

There was little no head on pour, it’s very thin with no lacing. Doesn’t have an overpowering scent. It’s kind of a boring beer, it’s a smidge hoppier than your average pilsner. If you’d like a “regular” pilsner to drink I can see this being the beer for you.

A standard gold colored amber pilsner beer. It did have that bready malt aroma which matched its flavor. A little better than average but nothing great. I could taste some spicy hops in the finish but is was just OK.

Random Beer Facts

Use them to impress your friends!

• Unlike wines, most beers should be stored upright to minimize oxidation and metal or plastic contamination from the cap. High-alcohol ales, however, which continue to ferment in their corked bottles, should be stored on their sides. • Despite the month implied by its name, Munich’s annual 16-day Oktoberfest actually begins in mid-September and ends on the first Sunday in October. • An 18-year study by the National Institute on Aging found that 50-plus men who consumed a drink a day during middle age scored significantly better on cognitive tests later in life than did non-drinkers. Compiled from www.tobp.com

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arts&activities Angel Mounds

Evansville African American Museum

8215 Pollack Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 853-3956 | AngelMounds.org April 20 – 21 – Bluegrass and Blues in the ‘Burgh! This event includes some awesome musicians, worthy Evansville area non-profits, great vendors, amazing artists, and other incredibly fun things to do! Camping is free and will be available along with great food and drinks from other local restaurants and food vendors. Ticket prices are $60.00 for adults and $40.00 for students. (Students MUST be prepared to show their ID with discounted tickets or prepare to pay the $20.00 difference.) Saturday arrival tickets are $30.00 for adults and $20.00 for students. (Same rules apply for Saturday student tickets as well.) Children 12 and under are free and there will be a fabulous KIDS ZONE with activities for the children all day Saturday!

Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Gallery

318 Main St. | Evansville, IN (812) 422-2111 | ArtsWin.Evansville.net Continuing through April—Brown Bag Lunchtime Performance Series Get out of the office at lunchtime and take in a dance, opera, or jazz performance, among others. Performances run from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

The Centre

715 Locust St. | Evansville, IN (812) 435-5770 | SmgEvansville.com April 12 - Celebration of Diversity Distinguished Lecture Series The Celebration of Diversity Distinguished Lecture Series is a collaboration between the city and major local businesses harnessing resources around the community to

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579 S. Garvin St. | Evansville, IN (812) 423-5188| EvansvilleAAMuseum. Wordpress.com

promote diversity. Award-winning musical performer, producer, and actor Queen Latifah is scheduled to speak at this event. Admission is FREE and no tickets are required. Start time is 7 p.m.

Continuing through July 7 – 200th Celebration Exhibit A special display showcasing the history and legacy of African Americans in Evansville.

Evansville Museum of Art, History & Science

411 S.E. Riverside Dr. | Evansville, IN (812) 425-2406 | EMuseum.org April 15 – Moving Through the Past: Evansville’s Transportation History As part of the Evansville Bicentennial Celebration, Stan Schmitt, an avid researcher of Evansville history, presents an overview of early transportation in Evansville. Start time is 2 p.m.

April 29 – Broadway Series “Young Frankenstein” The classic Mel Brooks movie is ALIVE...and it’s headed here! You’ll have a monstrously good time at this spectacular new production, winner of the 2008 Outer Critics Circle Award and the Broadway.com Audience Award for BEST MUSICAL! Don’t miss the sensational cast’s delivery of all your favorite moments from the classic film, plus brand-new showstopping numbers for the stage, including “Transylvania Mania,” “He Vas My Boyfriend,” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz.” Showtime is 7 p.m. Tickets start at $21 and can be purchased at the Centre box office, online, or at any Ticketmaster outlet.

April 18 – 21 – First Brush of Spring Sponsored by the Hoosier Salon New Harmony Gallery, a large gathering of artists take to the scenic areas of town to welcome spring with beautiful paintings. Call (812) 682-3970 for more information.

Downtown Evansville

Germania Maennerchor

April 30 – 3rd Annual Funk in the City Art Festival A popular community art festival takes place twice a year at Haynie’s Corner in Downtown Evansville (2nd and Adams streets). Lots of vendors, food, and artists with demonstrations and work for sale will be featured. Children’s activities will be offered as well, ensuring a fun afternoon for all! $5 admission fee. Event time is 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Historic New Harmony

916 N. Fulton Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 422-1915 | Facebook.com

916 N. Fulton Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 422-1915 | Facebook.com April 20 – Civic Dinner Concert Series: Gina Moore As one half of the award-winning gospel duo The Browne Sisters, Gina Moore takes the stage at the Germania Maennerchor for a performance brought to you by the Evansville Civic Theatre. Showtime is 6:30 p.m. Purchase tickets online or at the Civic Theatre box office.

Rapp-Owen Granary

413 Granary St. | New Harmony, IN (812) 682-3947 | NewHarmony.biz

its 2011-2012 season with Once in a Lifetime, a comedy that portrays the demise of the golden age of silent movies. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday.

Psalms. The Orchestra goes full throttle in Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, “Titan,” which ends in a breathtaking surge of optimism and triumph – music that inspires the courage to believe that anything is possible. Tickets can be

University of Southern Indiana

purchased online or at the Victory Theatre box office. Showtime is 7 p.m.

8600 University Blvd. | Evansville, IN (812) 464-1916 | USI.edu April 14 – Under the Beams Concert Series: Karrin Allyson Karrin Allyson is a Grammy Awardnominated singer, songwriter, pianist, composer and bandleader. Her musical style focuses on traditional blues and jazz with French and Brazilian rhythms. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets are $28. Call (812) 682-3128 to purchase.

April 1 – 29 – 42nd Annual USI Juried Student Art Exhibition Students from USI display their work in several disciplines: studio, graphic design, art education, and art history. The display is open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday.

The Victory Theatre

University of Evansville

600 Main St. | Evansville, IN (812) 435-6287 | SMGEvansville.com

April 13 – 22 – Once In A Lifetime UE’s renowned theater program ends

April 28 – EPO’s “The Titan” The Classic series finale opens with a spotlight on the Philharmonic Chorus performing Bernstein’s joyful Chichester

1800 Lincoln Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 488-2031 | Evansville.edu

Wired Coffee House

111 N.W. 4th St. | Evansville, IN (812) 962-0819 TheWiredCoffeeHouse.com April 6 – “First Fridays” Art Show Featuring prints by local artists. 6-10 p.m. Do you have an event that you would like to submit for inclusion in the monthly Arts Guide? Please send it to editor@atomapublishing.com for consideration before the 15th of the month prior to your event.

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The Boys of Summer are Gearing Up

hen it comes to the Major League Baseball for the 2012 season, it’s best to remember the words of former NFL Head Coach Dennis Green. “They are who we thought they were.” While some famous faces have changed jerseys, the best teams in both leagues are going to remain the same best teams. If this past off-season has taught us anything, it’s that the rich keep on getting richer. While the Los Angeles (or California...I always forget) Angels were the biggest off-season winners with the addition of Albert Puljos and C.J. Wilson and have already positioned themselves to pay post-season baseball, the rest of each division’s top teams made adjustments with their rosters to keep them at the top. Expect the Philadelphia Phillies to dominate the National League (“NL”) East division as long as their aging pitching staff can stay healthy. The Miami Marlins with all of their off-season acquisitions will be improved, the bulk of their victories will be relied upon by Josh Johnson’s arm. The NL Central race may not come down to the assistance of any rally animals this year, however, St. Louis, Milwaukee and Cincinnati are all viable contenders for the championship. And the second place team earning one of the Wild Card Spots. While the Arizona While the Arizona Diamondbacks were the darlings of last season, Diamondbacks were the darlings Cinderella’s slipper may of last season, be harder to find with the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers strengthening their rosters. with the San Francisco The American League Giants and Los Angeles Dodgers (“AL”) East may have some interesting drama towards strengthening their rosters. the end of the season and the Baltimore Orioles (yes, those Baltimore Orioles) may surprise a lot of people. However, with the New York Yankee’s average player age of 75, this may be year one of rebuilding. The AL Central may take the prize for worst division in baseball this season. The Detroit Tigers’ acquisition of Prince Fielder was the second biggest free agent signing of the off-season and all of their stars will be healthy heading into this season. Believe it or not, the Kansas City Royals could be the Diamondbacks of last year; provided they finally find a 20-plus game winning pitcher. The AL West is the Angels’ to lose. Texas will again be in the hunt for another division championship, however with losses in their rotation, making a playoff push could be feeble at best. Oakland will be improved and cause a lot of fits to fellow division mates, but their young roster is still three years away from being relevant again. — Joel Easton

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Cinderella’s slipper may be harder to find ”

Predictions: NL Division Winners: East- Philadelphia; Central- St. Louis; West- Los Angeles Dodgers. NL Wild Cards: Cincinnati and San Francisco. AL Division Winners: East- Boston; Central- Detroit; West- Los Angeles Angels. AL Wild Cards: Cleveland and New York Yankees. World Series: Philadelphia defeats Detroit, 4 games to 3.

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As a franchise, Silent Hill made quite an eerie racket with its first and second games by delivering a brand of fresh approach to fright. It is a system of fear that inconspicuously seeps into the foundation of players’ minds, meticulously eating away at the pulp until the entire structure of the mind is inundated and utterly compromised. Instead of forcefully shocking players into submission, Silent Hill implements a viral approach to fear that instantly gained the respect of gamers and horror buffs alike. Since the release of the second installation of the series, the franchise has been plagued by subpar plots, awkward controls and generally poor gameplay dynamics. Enter Silent Hill: Downpour, the newest and eighth spawn of the series, resurrects the phantasm of the first installation that psycho-thriller gamers fell in hate with. It still has its flaws, but the dark soul of the game remains intact. The game follows escaped convict Murphy Pendleton, whose mind is fertile soil for the madness of Silent Hill. Using the anxiety and loneliness of his Pendleton’s prison life, his lingering guilt and grief from his son’s death and his volatile tempter, the town possesses him. With a new mind come new monsters to torment it and two main antagonists. The first is an 8-foot-tall juggernaut sporting a gas mask and an olive drab rain coat, wielding a crude war hammer. The second is a black hole entity that chases Pendleton through the Silent Hill underworld, threatening to forcefully lift the very skin and sinew from his bones. The combat system prevents the fighting from getting tedious and while there is an excessive amount of running around to solve puzzles, in-game rewards keep the player satisfied. Some flaws include semi-frequent in-game lag and poor character voice acting, but for the most part, Downpour is a solid addition to the morbid Silent Hill family, with moderate replay value. — Nick Durcholz *The E.S.R.B. has rated this game “M” for Mature due to Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes and Strong Language. Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Angel Mounds

8215 Pollack Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 853-3956 | AngelMounds.org

match the occasion. Come celebrate the planet (and maybe grab a treat too). 3 p.m. April 28 – Saturday Storytime with B&N Jr. Saturday Storytimes include a great children’s tale, treats and crafts. This week’s story is Keith Graves’ “Chicken Big,” a zany retelling of the classic Chicken Little story. 3 p.m.

April 20 – 22 – Bluegrass & Blues in the ‘Burgh In honor of Earth Day and Angel Mounds State Historic Site, part of the proceeds from this event will go to Friends of Angel Mounds. This event includes two days of national, regional and local live music, worthy Evansvillearea nonprofits, free camping, a special family camping area, Saturday morning brunch provided by Lamasco Bar and Grill, food and art vendors, artists and life-size art installations and a special children’s zone. The Saturday Morning Brunch at 10 am will be accompanied by bluegrass music. More information can be found on page 14. Ticket prices vary depending on arrival time and can be purchased online at BlueGrassAndBluesInTheBurgh.com. Children 12 and under are free.

Barnes & Noble Booksellers 624 S. Green River Rd. |Evansville, IN (812) 475-1054 | BN.com Friday Morning Story Time Every Friday at 10 a.m. April 1 – Magic Tree House #47: Ave Lincoln at Last! See the Magic Tree House Express, meet Jack and Annie, and get your books autographed. 2 p.m. April 21 – Earth Day Storytime B&N Jr. will offer a special Earth Day Storytime with a craft and story to

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Burdette Park

5301 Nurrenbern Rd. | Evansville, IN April 28 – Give Hope. Run. 5k for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Join the 2nd annual St. Jude Give Hope Run benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. St. Jude is the only pediatric cancer research center where families never pay for treatment not covered by insurance. Start time is 8:30 a.m. A Kids’ Kick Cancer Dash begins at 8 a.m. for young runners. Early registration is $25. Log on to gewrc.com for more details.

Cambridge Golf Course

1034 Beacon Hill | Evansville, IN (812) 422-0626 | DrugFreeCounty.org April 15 – 32nd Annual Taste of Southern Indiana Delicious cuisine and raising awareness of drug and alcohol abuse in our community are the focus of this popular community event that takes place on a Sunday this year. Event time is 6–8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling (812) 422-0626 or emailing laura@ drugfreecounty.org.

The Centre

715 Locust St. | Evansville, IN (812) 435-5770 | SmgEvansville.com April 17 – Children’s Broadway Series: The Rainbow Fish With lovely coloring and shimmering

scales, the Rainbow Fish is used to being the most beautiful creature in the ocean. So when the other fish ask her for some silver scales, she refuses. How can she sacrifice the one thing that makes her unique? Two shows: 9 a.m and noon. Tickets are $6. Buy them at The Centre box office, Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (812) 435-5770, ext. 211. April 29 – Broadway at the Centre: Young Frankenstein The Broadway version of the classic Mel Brooks movie includes brand-new numbers for the stage. Showtime is 7 p.m. Tickets start at $27.65. Buy them at The Centre box office, Ticketmaster.com or by phone at (812) 435-5770, ext. 211.

The Children’s Museum of Evansville (cMoe)

22 SE 5th Street | Evansville, IN (812) 464-cMoe (2663) | CMoeKids.org April 5 – St. Mary’s Free Family Fun Night On the first Thursday of every month, Family Fun Night offers free admission to families from 5-8 p.m. Thinking about checking out the museum? Now is the perfect time to see what you’ve been missing.

Downtown Evansville

April 20 – 22 – Rockin’ River City Ride This one-day community event that offers a challenge for novice and experienced cyclists alike along the Evansville riverfront. Participants will be able to choose from a 5K walk, 5K or 10K Family Bike Ride, and 25K, 60K or 100K Bike Ride. This will be the first community event to use the Evansville Greenway Passage. Walkers and riders will enjoy numerous fully stocked rest stops, free route support, bike park with food and merchant vendors, kids’ park with bounce houses, games, prizes, bike helmet give-away and a bike safety presentation by St. Mary’s Life Flight

Team, and live entertainment all day. Closing ceremonies will feature the Battle of the Bands, withfive local bands competing for the title Evansville’s Best Band. Battle of the Bands will be held at Aztar at 5 p.m. Admission is $10; and you must be 21 to enter. First bike race start time is 7:45 a.m. Funds raised through Rockin’ River City Ride will be used to support the Junior League of Evansville, the Evansville Morning Rotary Club and the two groups’ missions and charities. More information can be found at RockinRiverCityRide.org. April 30 – 3rd Annual Funk in the City Art Festival A popular community art festival takes place twice a year at Haynie’s Corner in Downtown Evansville (2nd and Adams streets). Lots of vendors, food and artists with demonstrations and work for sale will be featured, as will activities for children. $5 admission fee. Event time is 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Downtown Henderson

April 20 – 22 – Henderson Tri-fest Food, rides and entertainment are just some of the activities that traditionally draw families and friends out to break the winter cabin fever. Food booths open Friday at 11 a.m. and rides at noon Friday and Saturday, followed by live music. The fun starts at noon on Sunday. For more information, visit hendersontrifest.org.

Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center

3701 Bellemeade Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 479-1411 | In-Sw.Easterseals.com April 14 – YOGA 101, free classes all day, donations benefit Easter Seals. Call studio for details.

by Eville Iron Street Rod Club; drop donations at the Vectren fishbowl, and the Hadi Funsters will be there. Stop by inside to be part of the Telethon audience.

Oaklyn Branch 3001 Oaklyn Dr. | (812) 428-8234

Evansville Museum of Art, History & Science

April 1 – 16 – Design-a-Bookmark Contest All EVPL locations In celebration of National Library Week, youth through 12th grade can pick up an official entry form, complete a bookmark design, and return it to the library. The winning bookmark in each age group will be printed for public distribution in our libraries. For details, call 428-8225.

411 S.E. Riverside Dr. | Evansville, IN (812) 425-2406 | EMuseum.org

April 14 – Sweet Surrender: Battle of the Cupcakes Bakeries and Cupcakeries from around the Tri-State are being invited to compete on two levels — flavor, including creativity and overall quality, and artistic decoration, including presentation, originality, and difficulty of design. Guests will be invited to weigh in on the overall most-popular cupcake vote and sample the competition. Tickets are $20 for members and $25 nonmembers. Event time is 6–9 p.m.

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library EVPL.org

Central Library 200 S.E. MLK Jr. Blvd. | (812) 428-8200 East Branch 840 E. Chandler Ave. | (812) 428-8231 Red Bank Branch 120 S. Red Bank Rd. | (812) 428-8205

April 14: Morris Martial Arts Board Break-a-thon, 1:30 p.m., to benefit Easter Seals. Morris Martial Arts is located at 333 Plaza East Blvd Ste F, Evansville, IN.

McCollough Branch 5115 Washington Ave. | (812) 428-8236

April 15 – Easter Seals Telethon, 3701 Bellemeade Ave., noon – 6 p.m. Activities outside include a Cruise-In

North Park Branch 960 Koehler Dr. | (812) 428-8237

West Branch 2000 W. Franklin St. | (812) 428-8232

Stringtown Branch 2100 Stringtown Rd. | (812) 428-8233

April 11 – National Bookmobile Day Visit the EVPL Book Bus to see how the mobile branch delivers to the community. Stop by for crafts and giveaways. Stringtown Branch, 10-11:30 a.m., West Branch, noon-1:30 p.m., and East Branch, 3-4:30 p.m. April 14 – Preschool Fair Lobby, Central Library, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Parents and caregivers are invited to explore local childcare and preschool options, library programs, and other services available for young children. This event is free and all are welcome. For more information, call (812) 428-8225.

Ford Center

Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 422-1515 | TheFordCenter.com April 13 – 14 – Lucas Oil Touring Pro Division Professional Bull Riders More than 100 million viewers annually watch primetime PBR programming on networks around the world including CBS, CBS Sports Network, NBC, NBC Sports Network, and YouTube. The PBR has awarded over $100 million in prize money and 24 riders have earned over $1 million. Nearly two million fans attend Built Ford Tough Series and Touring Pro Division events each year. Start time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $13. Continued On Page 82...

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Angel Mounds

8215 Pollack Avenue Evansville, IN (812) 853-3956 Angelmounds.org “Mound Mayhem” - June 11 - 15 Camp Mound Mayhem, part of Angel Mounds’ “Time Detectives” Archaeology Day Camp series, is a fun and exciting camp that offers kids a week’s worth of games and activities. “Extreme Egypt” - June 25 - 29 Allows campers to explore Egypt and all its splendor right in their own backyard. “Groovy Gladiators” - July 9 -13 Campers will meet some of Rome’s most notorious characters and participate in such activities as mock excavations, recreated gladiator battles, a special “Friday Feast” of Roman cuisine, and much more. “Go Greek!” - July 23 - 27 Campers will meet some of Greece’s greatest warriors and participate in such activities as mock excavations, Olympic Games, a special trip to the Parthenon in Nashville, and much more!

Burdette Park Summer Day Camp 5301 Nurrenbern Rd. Evansville, IN 812-435-5602 VanderburghGov.org

General Registration Information: Most camps begin after school is out for the summer. Both programs are divided into two week sessions to enable a child to attend for just two

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weeks, four weeks, or to enroll for the entire summer. Each session is new and different to keep their interest sparked for the entire summer and to allow for flexibility in attendance and program enrichment. Camp is open 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Call (812) 435-5602 for exact information. Recreational Day Camp Program Activities that children love to do during this time such as swimming, sports, crafts, and games just to mention a few will be in full bloom. This program is for children ages 6-13. Discovering Teens In Action Camp Teens, ages 12 to 14, having fun working together to create their daily activities. Teens will enjoy the traditional activities such as swimming, sports, specialty camps, and hiking, etc.

Camp Brosend Summer Day Camp

7599 Camp Brosend Rd. Evansville, IN 812-853-3466 CampBrosend.org General Information: Campers will enjoy tetherball, basketball, volleyball, bible lessons, campfires, hiking, crafts and more! For specific information on session, visit the website at Campbrosend.org Junior Camp, June 25 - 29 First Adventure Camp, July 2 - 31 Senior High Camp, July 9 - 13 Junior High Camp, July 16 - 20 Summer Day Camp, Running weekly starting May 31 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ages 5 -12.

cMoe’s Summer Day Camps 22 SE 5th Street Evansville, IN 812-464-cMoe (2663) Cmoekids.org

Isn’t it every child’s dream to stay overnight in a museum? Campers six to 11 won’t be able to do that but what they will have is a summer day full of weekly themed activities and set time each day to explore the museum. Some of the weekly themes include Top Chef, magic show and spy institute. Newly added is a ‘mini-camp’ for children ages four and five. General Information: Campers ages 6 -11 are welcomed to one or all of these weekly themed camps. Book before May 25 to receive the “Early Bird” registration discount. More information can be found online at cmoekids.org/programs. cMoe Spy Institue - June 4 - 8 We will train a select group of boys and girls to join the intensive, but seriously fun, cMoe Spy Institute. Your training includes: gadgets galore, chemical slime, invisible ink, and many more Top Chef cMoe - June 11 - 15 You’ll need an apron and an appetite as we boil, bake, blend and brown. Then…we eat! Experience the science of cooking as you learn about chemical reactions, volume, mass, and more. Did you know crackers and Jello can be an exquisite dessert, fit for a King or a Queen? B.A.T. Camp - June 18 - 22 Basic Actor Training camp! Enjoy a week of engaging activities. Practice voice projection, stage presence, miming, and more. Tales & Scales Camp of Imagination June 25 - 29; July 9 - 13

Become Musictellers themselves, while participating in activities led by Tales & Scales artists incorporating storytelling, theater, music and creative movement. Abracadabra - Let’s Make Magic! July16 - 20 Do you want to know how to pull a rabbit out of your hat, make a frog disappear, or guess what your friends are thinking? Then, Abracadabra—this camp is for you! Meet a real magician and become one yourself, as you practice, practice, practice for the cMoe Magic Show on Friday afternoon. Icky, Sticky, Gooey and Gross Science Mess Camp - July 23 - 27 Let’s make a big mess at cMoe as we conduct science experiments that mom won’t let you do at home! Learn about electricity, chemistry, biology, and physics while getting icky, sticky, gooey, and gross. Art-a-licious: Edible Art! July 30 - Aug. 3 Sculpt a bread dough lion, paint a stained glass slice of bread, mold a rice cereal treat Pagoda and then “temporarily” display them in our cMoe buffet exhibit. Seriously, you can make it and then taste it!

Evansville Museum of Arts Science Cool Camps for Kids! 812-425-2406 EMuseum.org

411 S.E. Riverside Dr. Evansville, IN

Geared to provide a powerful educational experience for children grades second through fifth, the Evansville Museum of Art and Science offers a one week day camp balancing learning and fun. It begins June 11th and ends on the 15th. Each day

throughout the week will have its own special theme and there is even a scholarship available for the week for those in financial need. For an application contact the museum’s education department.

“We blend art history and science education in one and all of those educational concepts are backed by a hands on experience,” – Curator of Education, Amanda Groﬀ “Museum Camp 2012” Designed by the Museum’s Education Department, Museum Camp is a fun, safe, activity-filled day camp that encourages participatory learning experiences for children who are currently enrolled in grades second through fifth. Each day of camp will have its own unique theme! Overseen by the Curator of Education and led by Museum Staff and Docents, the program is limited to 50 children to allow generous adultto-child interaction. A limited number of scholarships (full week) for Museum Camp are available, based on financial need. Scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis. For an application or more information, call the Education Department at (812) 425-2406. Continued On Page 80...

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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden Summer Day Camp 1545 Mesker Park Dr. Evansville, IN 812-435-6143 MeskerParkZoo.com

Eight week-long sessions are offered starting June 4th and ending July 27th for children ages 5-12 complete with different “wild” or “animal” themes. Full day camps emphasize learning in a fun and safe environment. On any given week a camper may enjoy crafts, educational games, scavenger hunts, hiking, animal care, an insider’s view of the zoo, and much more. Older campers may also learn to use modern techniques to study animals, or learn to train animals just like the professionals. Six week-long 1/2 day sessions are offered for children ages 4-5. Class sizes for ½ day ensure one counselor for every 5 campers and classes are limited to 8 campers each week. These Junior Zoo Camps are scaled down versions of the most popular full-day sessions and designed for children who may not be ready for the full-day camp experience. Like the full day campers, your child will enjoy various age-appropriate activities including games, crafts, and contact with animals. To register your camper, go online for a downloadable form or an interactive online form. For more information, call the zoo.

Swonder Ice Arena 209 N. Boeke Evansville, IN 812-479-0989 Skateswonder.com

This camp is constructed purely and simply to be a blast. Campers six to 12 years old will have so many activities to choose from it will make their heads spin. Camp Swonder offers ice skating, facilities for skateboarding, swimming at Hartke Pool and nature hikes in Wesselman’s Woods. The children will have access to instructors teaching instructional hockey, general ice skating, martial arts, tumbling and comic art drawing lessons all under one roof.

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Camp Swonder Campers will enjoy Ice skating, sk8 Park, swimming, games, crafts and more! Even enjoy comic art class, martial arts, tumbling and instructional hockey and ice skating. Starting May 29, Swonder offers a week-long sessions for kids ages 6-12 years old, and, with camper’s safety at the utmost importance, there is never more than 12 campers per a counselor. Activities begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. Go online for more information. Discounts are available for more than one session.

Wesselman Nature Society Eco-Academy Summer Camp 551 N. Boeke Rd. Evansville, IN 812-479-0771 WesselmanNatureSociety.org

Discovery Camp - June 18 - 22 At our Discovery Camp, your child will discover the woods, go hiking, explore life under rocks, look at insects through a magnifying glass, create nature art, and learn while having loads of fun! Adventure Camp - June 18 - 22 A fun filled week of adventure in the woodlands, wetlands and waterways of Evansville. Adventures may include a hike through an old growth forest, a canoeing excursion, a scavenger hunt, a chance to design their own science experiments, and other exciting outdoor fun, all while making new friends!

YMCA Evansville

222 N.W. 6th St. Evansville, IN 812-423-9622 YMCA.Evansville.net Offering traditional outdoor camping accommodations and an equally immersive urban alternative, the Y.M.C.A. prides itself on offering a positive, fun atmosphere for children of all ages. Campers will be engaged on all three fronts, with physical, social and educational activities it is sure to be an enriching time they will never forget.

“The YMCA is the leading child care provider in the nation so we a lot of resources to pull from. We oﬀer the SPARK program to make sure all the kids are being active and a reading program partnership with multiple libraries within Vanderburgh County. Also, the staﬀ to child ratio is one to ten and there are four field trips a week,” – Child Care Director, Brandi Kuhlenschmidt A safe, affordable and fun day camp for elementary school children, age 5-13, from May 29 to August 10 is launching now! The Y’s summer programs provide a range of activities, to entice everyone’s interest, in an atmosphere that reinforces the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith. Kids will enjoy a summer full of nature, water fun, games, field trips, sports, arts & crafts, and new friendships. Weekly themes allow your child to make new discoveries and explore activities of interest such as a variety of sports, art, theater, music, science and more. Some of the themed camps offered for kids ages 8 -12 include “Young Chefs Camp”, “Art Camp”, “Drama Camp”, and “CSI Camp”. For the younger campers (5-10), Day Camp is offered through the week from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m and are jam-packed with awesome activities and field trips. To register, go online or call the Downtown or Newburgh YMCA.

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John James Audubon State Park (Henderson, KY) Hwy. 41 North | Henderson, KY HendersonKy.org

April 21 – Fifth Annual Guns & Hoses Guns & Hoses is a charity boxing match between local police officers and firefighters. The Tri-States Finest and Bravest will square off in 15 matches. Each fight is three rounds. At the end of the night the team with the most victories takes home the traveling Guns & Hoses Championship Belt. Watch as these brave men and women, who risk their lives on the job every day, put it all on the line in the ring for charity. “Their pain is the children’s gain!” 15 fights start time is 7 p.m. General admission starts at $15. Children’s seats are $5. See more on page 6. April 26 – 29 – Cirque Du Soleil presents “Quidam”

April 4 – 5 – Spring Break Bash Explore wildflowers, birds, and reptiles. T-shirts provided, so dress for a mess and wear your tennis shoes. Artist Kim McGrew and Naturalist Julie McDonald will have the day filled with art and nature programs. Bring a sack lunch and drinks for the noon picnic. Bottled water will be provided for breaks. Pre-registration is required; contacting Kim McGrew-Liggett at (270) 827-1893. April 27 – Walk on the Wild Side Nature Program for Toddlers Art and nature programs for toddlers 3-5 years. Admission is $2 per child. More information can be found by calling (270) 826-2247.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Gardens

1545 Mesker Park Drive | Evansville, IN (812) 425-5050 | MeskerParkZoo.com April 22 – Earth Day at the Zoo Celebrate Earth Day at the Zoo. Enjoy games, crafts and lots of fun activities. Learn conservation tips from the Zoo and organizations from around the community. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Metro Sports Center

5820 Metro Centre Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 479-KICK | MetroSportsCenter.net Call for more details about all classes.

The international cast features 52 worldclass acrobats, musicians, singers and characters that have been captivating audiences since 1996. Truly a treat for the senses. Tickets start at $38.80 and are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, online or by phone, at (800) 745-3000. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursday – Saturday. Matinees Saturday at 3:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. See more on page 10.

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Leagues are forming now! Baseball lessons, Soccer Tots, Baseball Buddies, Basketball Buddies, and Tumble Tots, plus much more.

Patchwork Central

100 Washington Ave. | Evansville, IN (812) 424-2735 | Patchwork.org April 21 - Patchwork’s Spring Pancake Extravaganza! Enjoy a pancake breakfast, purchase art from Patchwork artists, and bid on bikes in our silent auction. 7:30 - 11:3- a.m.

Stroller Strides Classes.StrollerStrides.net or Facebook.com Weekly – Stroller Strides Looking for a way to get a workout into your routine and include your baby? Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms do with their babies. It features power-walking, interspersed with intervals of strength and body toning exercises that use exercise tubing, strollers and the environment. Classes meet at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. Saturday morning classes starting soon. Classes will be held at Shepherd of the Hills Church or Wesselman’s Park depending on the weather. Look them up online for up-todate information.

Swonder Ice Arena

209 North Boeke | Evansville, IN (812) 479-0989 | Swonder.Evansville.Net Call for all scheduled activity times. Open Skate Times Mondays: 3:15–4:45 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays: 3:15–4:45 p.m.; 7–10 p.m. Tuesdays: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Thursdays & Fridays: 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; 7–10 p.m. Saturdays: 1–3:30 p.m.; 9–11 p.m. Sundays: 1–3:30 p.m.; 6–8 p.m.

University of Southern Indiana

8600 University Dr. | Evansville, IN (812) 465-1668 | USI.edu April 13 – 14 – USI’s Springfest! Every year, students from the University of Southern Indiana sponsor this twoday, outdoor event that includes food and music for both the campus and

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Vanderburgh County 4H Center

201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Rd. Evansville, IN (812) 435-5287 | Vanderburgh4HCenter.com April 14 – Southern Indiana Classic Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K The 3rd annual SIC race is a Boston Qualifier that challenges the area’s athletes from novice to pro. All race proceeds benefit Rolling Thunder Inc., a nonprofit military organization that remembers POWs, MIAs and wounded vets. Preregister now online or up until race time for additional fees. Race starts at 7 a.m. April 13 – 14 – SIC Slam: Military Appreciation Event A two-day festival surrounding the Southern Indiana Classic Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K races that honors members of the military. The all-you-can-eat-and-drink event features live entertainment, bierstube and five bouncy houses. 4-11 p.m. on Friday, 7:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. on Saturday.

The Victory Theatre

600 Main St. | Evansville, IN (812) 435-6287 | SMGEvansville.com April 24 – Red Green’s Wit & Wisdom Tour The president of Possum Lodge, Red Green, everyone’s favorite lovable and wacky handyman, will bring his one-man Wit and Wisdom Tour to The Victory Theatre. The best-selling author, humorist and handyman who believes “anything is possible if you

use enough duct tape.” Tickets can be purchased online, all Ticketmaster locations or at the Victory Theatre box office. Showtime is 7 p.m.

Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve

551 N. Boeke Rd. | Evansville, IN (812) 479-0771 WesselmanNatureSociety.org Every Wednesday – Toddler Tales Gather in the Nature Center for a nature story and craft session at 10 a.m. April 25 – 29 – Ohio Valley Birding Festival The Ohio Valley Birding Festival is an Evansville Audubon Society event in partnership with Wesselman Nature Society and John James Audubon State Park, featuring guided spring migratory bird watching hikes in southwestern Indiana and western Kentucky including over 10 locations. More information as well as a full schedule is available online at OhioValleyBirdingFestival.org. Do you have an event that you would like to submit for consideration by Community Events? Please send it to editor@atomapublishing.com before the 15th of the month prior to your event.

April 8-14 is National Library Week, and we’re celebrating at the Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library! Week-long activities are planned for all ages. Stop by any EVPL location or visit our website, evpl.org, to see what’s in store. Saturday & Sunday, April 14 & 15 Mini Book Sale means giant deals! The Public Library Friends’ bookshelves are overstocked! We’re closing out National Library Week with close-out deals on hundreds of books, CDs, and DVDs. Most items are only $1! Come to the Browning Events Room at Central Library on Saturday from 9:00 am-6:00 pm and Sunday from 1:00-5:00 pm to stock your shelves with bargains. Sunday, April 22 Learn about money and how to manage it. Money Smart Week Kickoff is at Central Library from 1:00-5:00 pm. The event will feature a book talk and signing by Tony Townsley, CPA and author of Three Cups: A Lesson in Life and Money for Children, and Three Cups illustrator April Willy will help kids decorate their own three cups. Representatives from SCORE, Apprisen (Credit Counseling), and Bank On Evansville will be available. For more details, call 759-7625. Monday, April 30 Celebrate National Poetry Month. A poetry reading at 6:30 pm at North Park Branch will feature local poets and University of Evansville faculty Paul Bone and Rob Griffith. Both will read selections of their own poetry and speak about the experience of writing poetry and its importance. Copies of their latest work will be available for purchase at this program. Call 428-8237 for more information. — Miranda Knight, EVPL Marketing & Community Relations Specialist For more information on the classes, events and services that are available free of charge at the EVPL, visit evpl.org or on your smartphone at m.evpl.org.

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April 4th

Titanic in 3D Adventure/Drama/History 20th Century Fox/ Paramount

An uncommon relationship forms when a girl of wealth (Kate Winslet) meets a poor boy (Leonardo DiCaprio) on history’s most infamous ship. Their love is short lived: as almost everyone with a grade school education knows, this voyage ends on the ocean floor. The R.M.S. Titanic, thought to be unsinkable when it was finished in 1911, went from an engineering marvel to an epic failure in a matter of two days on its first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean. As the ship grazes an iceberg and begins to take on water, the lovers, their antagonist (Billy Zane), and other passengers on board go from slightly concerned to frantic. Heated conflict erupts as the passengers discover that the number of lifeboats is limited at best. As the ship sinks in the frigid North Atlantic waters, one of the two young lovers makes the ultimate sacrifice. Tragedy, romance, occasional humor, and suspense: this movie really has it all, even Canadian songstress Celine Dion. The only drawback of screening this movie in 3D is that it’s hard to tell which is the dreamboat: the Titanic or Leo DiCaprio?

April 6th

American Reunion Comedy/ Romance Universal The rambunctious teens of 1999 return (again) and many things have changed. The opposite also holds true: you can’t teach an old Stifler new tricks. Alyson Hannigan as Michelle, Jason Biggs as Jim, Sean William Scott as Stifler, Tara Reid as Victoria, Mena Suvari as Heather, Chris Klein as Oz, Thomas Ian Nicholas as Kevin, Eddie Kaye Thomas as Finch, and even Shannon Elizabeth and Jennifer Coolidge return for cameos as Nadia and the mysterious vixen known only as Stifler’s Mom. Jim and company return to East Great Falls, Michigan for their high school reunion. Since the original tale of four boys trying to lose their virginity before prom night, Jim and Michelle have married and have a son together. Kevin is a well-to-do architect, Oz is an announcer for the N.F.L., Finch is still attracted to Stifler’s mom, and Stifler himself has a job and some maturity but rest assured that his raunchy one-liners come out in full force for the reunion. Oz and Heather as a couple have drifted apart long ago but just as Oz has found professional success, Heather has had romantic success – she is betrothed to a hunky doctor. The lifelong friends come home to reminisce and reflect in their own ways on adulthood.

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April 20th

The Lucky One Drama Village Roadshow Zac Effron plays Logan Thibault in this adaptation of the book of the same title by Nicholas Sparks. He is a battle-hardened marine who returns to the U.S. after three consecutive tours in Iraq to find a woman who he believes was his good luck talisman during the span of his service. This woman is not his high school sweetheart, the one that got away, or his best friend. She is a total stranger. He finds her photo randomly and keeps it close in battle like a crucifix. Upon returning stateside he fervently searches for her. He learns her name is Beth Clayton (Taylor Schilling) and that she lives in North Carolina. After discovering her general identity he begins to relentlessly attempt to insert himself into her life. He seeks and accepts employment with her family’s community kennel and works day by day to make himself noticed, curry her favor, and ultimately seize her heart. Despite Beth’s (Schilling) caution at Logan’s intrusive efforts, and despite other conflicts in her life, a courtship between the two begins and hope for a bright future blossoms. This film marks the seventh adaptation of a Nicholas Sparks novel to the silver screen and it will likely not be the last.

April 27th The Raven

Thriller Relativity Media A grisly double murder has occurred in 19th century Baltimore. A mother and daughter are dead by the hand of some nameless madman and novice Detective Emmett Fields (Luke Evans) is charged with solving the case and apprehending this vile fiend. As Fields (Evans) peruses the newspaper while his responsibility weighs heavy on his mind, he comes across a piece of morbid prose written by none other than the master of melancholy himself, Edgar Allen Poe (John Cusack). The piece in the newspaper eerily resembles the murder of the mother and daughter. A pattern begins to emerge, and police suspicion of Poe (Cusack) intensifies, as one killing after another seems to take Poe’s gruesome fiction and make it reality. Detective Fields decides to directly involve Poe in the case by making him his temporary associate, believing Poe might possibly give him insight into the sociopath’s mind. When the madman becomes aware of Poe’s involvement, he targets someone near and dear to Poe and the tension becomes palpable. This is a film sure to have the viewer’s heart racing, hair standing on end, and skin crawling in rapid succession. The film is directed by James McTeigue, who made his directorial debut in 2006 with the film V for Vendetta and also assisted the Wachowski brothers on The Matrix Trilogy. — Nick Durcholz Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Jack and Jill

Columbia Pictures

Jack Sadelstein (Adam Sandler) is a happily married advertising executive with the perfect life, except for one hitch: his twin sister Jill (Adam Sandler) visits every year at Thanksgiving and turns Jack’s life upside down. She’s needy and annoying, and Jack has no problem telling her so. However, this year, things change when potential client Al Pacino falls head-over-heels for Jill, and Jack finds himself depending on her to help save his failing business. Katie Holmes plays Jack’s wife Erin.

“Burn this. This cannot be seen. By anyone.” — Liam Maguren, Flicks.co.nz

The Review: In the past decade or so, Adam Sandler has created his own genre of bad film, the train-wreck comedy. What I mean is, we know what’s going to happen, and we know it will be in bad taste, but we can’t take our eyes off it. Jack and Jill is no different. The plot is paper-thin and the gags are obvious; so obvious in fact, I believe it’s on purpose. Sandler has made buckets of money from these types of film, so maybe he does know what he’s doing. Perhaps, he’s placating a niche that enjoys rolling their eyes in disbelief at the screen. Perhaps. I’m stretching.

“The latest Footloose is a step up from recent dance flicks.” — Roger Tennis, Cinemaclips.com

Footloose

Paramount Pictures Ren MacCormack (Kenny Wormald) is the new kid in town, and boy, does he like to dance. The problem is, dancing and loud music have been prohibited in the small town of Bomont, Alabama ever since five teenagers died a few years back after a night out partying. But if Ren has anything to do with it, things are about to change. Before that happens, he must convince conservative Reverend Shaw Moore (Dennis Quaid), the man who implemented these ordinances, that there is a Biblical basis for the enjoyment of dance and music. The Review: The story is as implausible as it was in the eighties, but it’s been updated with iPods and a mostly new soundtrack. Though the plotline is as re-hashed and corny as ever, it will still likely appeal to any angst-ridden teen who wishes that something as obviously unjust as outlawed dancing would validate their indignation toward their uptight parents. As Reverend Moore, Quaid is a more even-keeled, less combustible, zealot than Lithgow was in the original, and this raises the believability quotient of the film, if only slightly. But in its defense, this is a dance movie, and sometimes you’ve got to cut loose: footloose, that is. Too corny?

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50/50

Summit Entertainment Adam (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) is a 27-yearold radio producer who loves his boring if predictable life. His best friend Kyle (Seth Rogen) balances Adam’s reserved introversion with manic humor, and Adam is starting to get serious with his girlfriend Rachael (Bryce Dallas Howard). All is well until Adam is blindsided by a cancer diagnosis during a routine visit to the doctor for recurring back pain. Now, the important people in his life must each adapt to this news in their own way, as Adam attempts to maintain his dignity and composure. The Review: Inspired by the real-life experience of screenwriter Will Reiser, 50/50 seems an unlikely comedy: namely, it involves cancer. But thanks in large part to Gordon-Levitt’s subdued performance and the measured comedic timing of Rogen, the film manages the impossible. Throughout, it remains grounded “Chances are about 90/10 that you’ll enjoy 50/50.” in realism without giving way to heavy-handed — Tom Long, Detroit News sentimentality, its subtlety making it all the more powerful. There’s no time wasted exploring the characters’ grasping for meaning in the random destruction of the disease. Instead, their energy is spent being in the here and now with as much honesty and humor as they can muster.

“It is just disappointing – sadly not interesting or funny enough.” — Roz Laws, Birmingham Post

The Rum Diary GK Films

Weary of the1960s New York lifestyle, journalist Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp) heads to Puerto Rico to take a job at a failing newspaper headed by an editor too wimpy to face real issues. Once there, he falls for Chenault (Amber Head), the fiance of Sanderson (Aaron Eckhart), an entrepreneur attempting to exploit Puerto Rico by populating it with resort hotels. Hearing about Kemp’s reputation as a solid writer, Sanderson wants Kemp’s help in selling the idea to the locals. Kemp now faces a choice: either sell-out for a thick paycheck, or expose the corruption plaguing the island. Of course, there’s lots of drinking, too. The Review: Before Hunter S. Thompson, the author of The Rum Diary, died, his long-time friend Johnny Depp promised him he’d play his part in adapting the novel into a film. However, he never promised it would be a good film, and it is not. The disparate acts of the story seem jammed together, lacking in fluidity and mismatching in tone. At times, its muddled presentation makes it difficult to even decipher a coherent or meaningful storyline. At first, the film mimics the strange, hallucinogenic vibe of Depp’s earlier portrayal of Thompson in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, but by the end, it develops an unconvincing moralistic tone that seems outof-place. In all, it’s a mildly entertaining movie, but still, what exactly is it about? — Brian Ricketts Call for Advertising Information (812) 962-1309 • April 2012

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Meat Puppets

Roy Buchanan

Originally a 1986 EP, this reissue adds 7 mostly unreleased tracks, making for a more substantial 52-minute album. Coming from the diverse, but punk-affiliated SST label, no doubt these boys confused many a listener. Having much more in common with country and folk than punk, per se, “Out My Way” is full of chiming indie pop tunes. Covers of “Good Golly Miss Molly”, “I Just Want To Make Love To You”, and “Burn The Honky Tonk Down” show that the brothers Kirkwood and friends were drawing inspiration from such disparate sources as early rock and roll, blues, and country -- all filtered through the Puppets’ sun-baked Arizona psychedelic mindset. “Out My Way” may have been little more than a stop-gap release in its day, but it holds up remarkably well now. — Todd Zachritz

Often heralded as one of the greatest guitarists of all-time, the relatively unknown Buchanan reportedly turned down both the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton to play in their bands (the Stones after the death of Brian Jones, and Clapton’s early Derek & The Dominos) back in the 60s. His mastery of otherworldly fretwork encompassed early rock & roll as well as blues styles, and he influenced many of the greats. This German TV broadcast, recorded live in 1980, presents Buchanan in his glory, with plenty of his own compositions as well as covers of “Peter Gunn” and Hendrix favorites “Hey Joe” and “Foxy Lady”. As with other releases in the “Rockpalast” series, it’s an impeccable recording, with multicamera angles and clean, clear sound. Buchanan’s music was so timeless, there’s little clue that this show is over 30 years old, aside from the audience’s attire. Masterful, and much respect to Buchanan, R.I.P. — Todd Zachritz

“Out My Way” CD (MVD Audio) 3.5 Stars

“Live At Rockpalast” DVD (MiG Music) 4 Stars

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“Live At 9:30 Club In The Hands Of The Fans” DVD (MVD Visual) 4 Stars

Dolorean It’s hard to find music that accurately reflects and talks about real life but also

has hope and beauty in it. So often, artists are cynical and their listeners are cynical right along with them. I’ve been spending more and more time with Dolorean, however, and it’s been like breathing fresh air for the first time in years. Songwriter Al James is so sincere and so thoughtful that it’s nearly impossible to walk away from a Dolorean recording without being deeply moved. The group’s last release, “The Unfazed,” incorporates James’s faith with some pretty amazing narratives. Perhaps the most important song of my last year, the title track is exceptional: It starts as a story between two unremarkable people about going out after work. It builds into a trance-like state for the bridge, however, when James sings, Unfazed by pain Unfazed by love Unfazed by rain, that won’t let up Unfazed by debts I’ll never pay Unfazed by blonde hair turning gray Unfazed by dreams I left behind Unfazed by jokes with no punchline Unfazed by death, she’s my blushing bride Unfazed by living, until I die By giving a relatively simple love song a bridge like this, and by repeating a powerful word like “unfazed,” it’s easy to forget that you’re listening to a song that’s basically the story of a typical couple who love each other. By the time he begins the last stanza and sings, “We’ll take a handful of quarters from the dresser drawer / There’s a bar around the corner with no cover charge, no cover charge,” it’s disorienting. It’s the perfect combination of the real and spiritual worlds. And the lyrics aren’t the only impressive parts of this song: The orchestration is remarkable. There are guitars that sound lush and orchestral, there are strings that sound like guitars. Al James is a master of creating a dusty atmosphere. Not only this song, but the entire album has a cohesive feel that mimics a fever; it’s completely inside of you, and everything else is blurry and unreal. If I could go back and hear “The Unfazed” sooner than I did, I would, because I would love to spend more time with it. Don’t wait to check this song out—you can download it for free at www.DoloreanMusic.com. — Katie Darby-Mullins

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Being the work of several amateur videographers (each of whom won an online Dinosaur Jr. fan contest), “In The Hands Of The Fans” documents the legendary indie icons Dinosaur Jr. performing their classic 1988 album “Bug” at DC’s 9:30 Club in 2011. The band’s original members J. Mascis, Lou Barlow, and Murph reunite here to masterfully tear through the album, track-by-track, including the single “Freak Scene”. A highlight for me is “Don’t” -- a warped bit of psychedelic noise that showcases Mascis’s guitar mastery amiably. Almost as essential as the show, the bonus features include an onstage interview, hosted by the inimitable (and avowed Dinosaur fan) Henry Rollins. As well, there’s a sort of round-table discussion with the band and the fan camera crew, some bonus live tracks, and discussion with producer Dave Markey (of “1991 - The Year Punk Broke” fame). The footage, though initially shot on hand-cams, is seamless, clear, and well-integrated, and far from “bootleg” in quality. It’s an essential document for any Dinosaur Jr. fan, and a testament to the band’s enduring influence on indie rock. Well-done! — Todd Zachritz

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Peter Hook And The Light

Black Flag

“1102/2011” CD (Hacienda Records) 4 Stars

“Live” DVD (Visionary) 3 Stars

Mark Lanegan Band

“Blues Funeral” Album (4AD)

This old VHS transfer captures the band in their Henry Rollins days, in front of a British crowd in 1984. It begins with a daring Rollins reading Henry Miller to the rowdy punk rock audience, certainly a harbinger of his future as a stand-up comic and writer/storyteller. Nonetheless, this soon devolves into a melee of abrasive and wild hardcore/ punk, complete with a shirtless Rollins bellowing his lyrics like a feisty bulldog. The band, led by the innovative guitar of Greg Ginn, amply back up the charismatic Rollins, as they roar through classics like “Nervous Breakdown”, “Slip It In”, “Six Pack”, “My War”, and plenty more. It’s a fine document of an era long gone, and though watchers should not expect an HD-quality experience, this is a great and rare look at one of American punk’s legends. And for Rollins fans, a place to see a thinner, long-haired Rollins in his more youthful, raw element. — Todd Zachritz

In the wake of New Order’s fallout and subsequent break-up, co-founder Peter Hook has been busy revisiting his earlier roots as bassist for legendary post-punk innovators Joy Division. This 10-track album features several Joy Division classics, reinterpreted by Hook and band, including female vocalist Rowetta, who transforms “Atmosphere” into a soaring angelic symphony with an almost operatic tone. “Pictures In My Mind” is an unfinished Joy Division demo, now “finished” by Hook, and this is a more raw punk-oriented piece that remains faithful to the Joy Division legend. Other cuts, like “New Dawn Fades” or “Insight”, also include vocals by Rowetta. Appended to the album are instrumental versions of all the songs, as if to appease classic fans who may not appreciate the updated vocal stylings. Solid work, and though it may not open up a new audience to the classic music of Joy Division, “1102/2011” is a solid retrospective of the band’s work. — Todd Zachritz

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After his brilliant work with UK electro-blues group the Soulsavers, Lanegan returns with a similar direction on his own, throwing down some dark-edged sounds (as the title reflects) in his own whiskeysoaked, inimitable way. Songs about drinking, hard-living, redemption, and cheating death are the order of the day. Standouts include “St. Louis Elegy” and “Riot In My House”, which features one Joshua Homme.

Ignitor

“Year Of The Metal Dragon” CD (MVD Audio)

From Texas comes this metal band with their 4th studio album, and it’s a throwback to the days of greats like Judas Priest or Iron Maiden. Sure, tracks like “Heavy Metal Holocaust” are silly and juvenile (especially lyrically), but they are also well-played and tight musically, with screaming leads and good production.

Sleigh Bells “Reign Of Terror” Album (Mom + Pop)

This Brooklyn duo’s ampedup noise guitar/machine madness is like Atari Teenage Riot meets Lush, with brash drum machines and fuzzy guitar everywhere, and sweet girl vocals of Alexis Krauss on top. The pop of “Born To Lose” is a highlight, as is the lovely “Leader Of The Pack”. — Todd Zachritz

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