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Dining Hours:

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a .m .

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Daily Specials • Full Bar • Outdoor Patio

MONDAY • STEAK NIGHT • 5-10PM

• $12: 12 oz. Ribeye, Sirloin, Primerib or Chicken Fried Ribeye (topped w/ jalapeño cream gravy)

Bottomless Greek Salad • Loaded Baked Potato • $2 Bottomless Soup Du Jour

TUESDAY • 1/2-PRICE BOTTLED WINE Valid ALL DAY on entire wine list!

WEDNESDAY • BOIL’EM UP!

Hot Boiled Shrimp & Snow Crab

THURSDAY • BOTTOMLESS PASTA • $11 includes all-you-can-eat Salad and Garlic Bread

SUNDAY BRUNCH • 10AM to 2PM • Delicious Menu Items! • $7 All-U-Can-Eat Pancakes • $3 Mimosas ~ Bloody Marys ~ Screwdrivers

happy hour

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at the Bar

during the games!

HAPPY HOUR

Mon-Wed 11-10pm Thurs-Sat 11-7pm $3.95 Ritas $1.75 Dom Draft

We serve FRESH FISH flown in from California daily! Every Tues & Thurs: Special fish flown in from Honolulu

Lunch Specials Every Day! 11am to 3:30pm

977 NASA ROAD 1 (EL CAMINO REAL NEXT TO OFFICE DEPOT) 281-486-9888

FAJITAS FOR TWO

Mon-Wed after 3pm $21.95

LUNCH SPECIALS starting at $6.95

LIVE MUSIC

Messengers of Love Wed. 6:30-9:30 Sun 11am-2pm (Clear Lake only)

MAMACITA’S LOCATIONS: 515 E. NASA RD. 1 • 281-332-5362 15335 I-45 NORTH • 281-876-3663 7325 SPENCER HWY • 281-476-9545

EL JARDIN:

7849 HARRISBURG • 713-921-3633 www.MamacitasMexicanRestaurant.com

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Mon ............Chicken Fried Steak Tues ............Beef Tips & Noodles Wed ........Smothered Pork Chops Thurs ......Southern Fried Chicken Fri ............Southern Fried Catfish

LIVE MUSIC!

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LUNCH SPECIALS

FRI & SAT AFTER 11PM

DINNER SPECIALS

Mon ..............Hamburger Steak Tues ........................Prime Rib Wed ..Fried or Grilled Pork Chops Thurs ............All-U-Can-Eat Ribs Fri ..................Sirloin & Shrimp

MONDAY NIGHTS

35¢ WINGS

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HAPPY HOUR: Mon-Fri • 5-7PM $1.50 Dom Draft, $2.75 Dom. Bottle EXCLUDING HOLIDAYS

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October 2011 ........South Belt • Clear Lake • Bay Area • Galveston 10..............Cover Story: Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta 13........................Holiday Catering & Party Guide 15 ................SBS: Galveston Epicurean Evening 15 ..........................SBS: CLACC Chairman’s Ball 22 ......Feature: Cullen’s Upscale American Grille 24..........Arts: Ballet / Art Walk / Marsha Mason 25................Arts: SCENE Cultural Arts Calendar 26..............SBS: Piggy Bank Bash for Berry Kids 28 ........................SBS: Gulf Coast Film Festival 31-41 ..Weekends on the Water (Visitor’s Guide) 34-35........Event Preview: Wings Over Houston 32 & 33........................Map of Area Attractions 36 & 37 ..................Map: Where to Eat & Drink 39-39 ....Event Preview: Ballunar Liftoff Festival

40 & 41 ......................................On The Water - - FLIP SIDE - - - FLIP SIDE - - - FLIP SIDE - - 45 ................Guest Column: What’s in Your Mug? 45 ....Meet & Greet: Miral Kotb of Team iLuminate 46 ..............Cover story: Texas Hippie Connection 40 ........................Fight for Sight Benefit Concert 51 ....................SCENE’s Halloween Party Guide 51 ............................House of Horrors Preview 58-59 ..................................Happy Hour Guide 59 ......................................Featured Bartender 61, 57, 55, 52 ........Loose Notes: Live Music Guide 62 ..............................Feature: 146 Roadhouse 64 ..........................Featured Band: Fidelity Maxx 64 ..........................................Live Music Preview

Front Cover: GIO’S FLYING PIZZA & PASTA • Back Cover: TEXAS HIPPIE CONNECTION

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Cover Story

Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta delivers fine quality Italian dishes By Adam Donaghey From the looks of the modest exterior facade of Gio’s Flying Pizza & Pasta in Dickinson, the average patron may not take a second glance. Those who stop in, however, are in for a treat. Widely known for its freshly made flying pizzas, Gio’s also serves a variety of fine Italian dishes. Using only fresh ingredients and made entirely in-house, Gio’s is much more than your average pizza place. Upon walking inside, customers are welcomed by an upscale, modern decor with a casual atmosphere. The open design is ideal for families and large groups, though booths aligning the walls provide a more intimate environment. Toward the back of the restaurant, there’s a bar with ten beers on tap and high-top tables, surrounded by four flatscreens, making it a great place to have a beer and pizza and watch the games. The best part about having an open restaurant, however, is the ability to sneak a peek behind the scenes. Guests have the opportunity to watch the cooks “fly” the pizza — spinning the dough through the air — saute ingredients, and grill meats.

ence. But Diana is quick to credit her employees, “Our dedicated, diligent staff has been a vital component in Gio’s increasing success.” Gio’s serves traditional, New York-style flying pizzas. With ingredients prepared fresh daily, you can bet the pies will be bursting with flavor. The “Kitchen Sink” special features pepperoni, bacon, hamburger, green peppers, onions, mushrooms and black olives. If you love meat (like I do), try the Meat Special, topped with pepperoni, bacon, Canadian bacon, hamburger and Italian sausage. Veggie lovers will savor the Veggie Special, topped with green peppers, onions, mushrooms and black olives, with the option of adding spinach and tomatoes. Other specialties include the Meatball Formaggio, topped with mozzarella, parmesan and provolone cheeses, with a sprinkle of oregano; the classic Margherita, with extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, parmesan cheese, mozzarella, sliced Roma tomatoes and fresh basil; or the Blanco, an Alfredo based white pizza, topped with parmesan, mozzarella and provolone.

Made from scratch and prepared on site, the food at Gio’s is a dynamic blend of Italian tastes. Healthier whole-wheat alternatives to traditional pizza doughs and pastas are also available upon request. Along with quality food, Gio’s takes great care to ensure that, according to owner Steve Gunnett, “every last customer walks out happy.” Since the age of 15, Steve has been working in Italian restaurants, even owning two previous establishments. When he was a kid, the Italian cooks called him “Gio.” Steve, and his wife Diana, designed the restaurant from the ground up and Gio’s is the culmination of all those years of experi-

Beer Selection = Very Good! You aren’t going to find a better selection of beer in another family-friendly pizza and pasta restaurant. There is a solid collection of draft beer including many craft selections. And the options only increase with the likes of Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Peroni and others in bottles. Rating: 4 of 5 Pints!

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In addition to pizza, Gio’s serves some amazing Italian specialties — both on and off the menu. Popular items on the menu include the Chicken Gio’s, a grilled chicken breast topped with gravy and mushrooms, butter, marsala wine, and provolone; the Luca Brazi, grilled salmon topped with artichokes, capers and lemon sauce, served with sauteed veggies; the Porcini Ravioli, stuffed with porcini mushrooms, sauteed with olive oil, zucchini, squash, red bell pepper, sundried tomatoes and basil, topped with feta; or the Tilapia Bianco, seasoned and grilled, then topped with a butter, garlic and white wine sauce and shrimp, served with a side of capellini with garlic and basil, and sauteed veggies. Off the menu, you can find some unique specials, not often found at a pizza place. The Pork Valdostana features provolone stuffed, grilled pork ribeye in a Valdostana gravy with mushrooms and artichokes, with a side of veggies and potatoes; head over for a ribeye steak, seasoned and grilled to order, with rosemary potatoes and sauteed veggies; or try the Salmon Pescatore, served in a sherry cream sauce, with shrimp, tomatoes and olive oil, served on capellini pasta, with sauteed veggies. For a high-quality lunch at a reasonable price, including some of the specials listed above, Gio’s is definitely a good choice. - Continued on Page 18

OCTOBER 2011

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Soups, Salads and Sandwiches Appetizers include Escargots, Calamari, Baked Brie & Shrimp Remoulade

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OCTOBER 2011

Part 1

The SCENE’s Holiday Catering & Party Guide Ranging from medium sized parties (15 or so) to large corporate functions involving hundreds of guests, The SCENE has polled area’s top restaurants and party venues the initial questions to help you well on your way to being the party (or office) hero… There’s so much to consider. We’ve taken the guesswork out of it: phone numbers, addresses, capacity, type of food, beverages, activities, on-site or off-site? See what they said below. Now it’s up to you to make a decision… Ready? Set? Get your party started! ----------------------------------

Mamacita’s Mexican Restaurant 515 E. NASA Parkway • Webster 281-332-5362 On-site catering? Yes. We have two rooms at our Webster location – in the enclosed patio and the other in our banquet room (upstairs), where we can accommodate up to 70 guests. Facilities: Our banquet room is newly renovated, perfect for birthdays, corporate meetings, rehearsals, showers or any type of events. We provide our signature fajita buffet menu option, if you like to upgrade to a more formal experience, no problem, just ask our managers for your ideal meal. Cakes and decorations are accepted at no additional charge, or deposit is $200 and can be utilized with the total bill. Our patio area is also set up buffet or parrillada style. We can create it just as personal as the banquet room. Off-site catering: We do cater off-site and deliver. We can handle any quantity, but ask that you call one week in advance if your party is larger than 100. Why us: Our restaurant has been family owned and operated in the Bay Area for more than 20 years. Just try our signature fajitas and Margaritas – Supremely Mamacita’s! ---------------------------------Jackie’s Brickhouse 1053 Marina Bay Dr. • Kemah 832-864-2459 On-site catering: Yes we can host an event on site for up to 200 people. Facilities: You can reserve a room for your company or your family party. We can set up buffets, have your own bartender and server. Live music will be available some days. Off-site catering: Yes we do

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Big League Dreams Sports Complex 1150 Big League Dreams Pkwy. League City • 281-316-3400 On-site catering: Yes, several thousand. Facilities: Clear Lake's most unique venue! We handle holiday parties, company picnics, team building activities, reunions, birthday parties, sales meetings... the possibilities are endless! Offsite catering: No. Why us: Come "Home" for the holidays! Enjoy a truly unique environment for your next holiday party. Our indoor 20,000 sq. ft. pavilion is the ideal space for your next event. Seating for up to 1,500 guests.

some off site catering, depends on what you need. Case-by-case consideration. Why us: We offer something for everyone. We have three bars, food, entertainment, games, etc. We are easy to get in and out of. We offer great service, music and tons of variety. We have a separate dining room that can seat 110 people – and more if needed. The area has its own bar area and rest rooms. It cannot be completely closed off to the entire facility, but CAN be blocked, so there will be no interruptions by the other guests. There is also easy access to shuffle board tables, pool tables, darts and cornhole. We offer something for everyone .If you haven’t been here, come see what you’re missing. Jackie’s is the place to be! ---------------------------------Casper’s Billiards 137 21st • San Leon • 281-559-1400 On-site catering: On-site hosting: Yes. The whole place will hold up to 300 people. Private upstairs balcony with water view of Galveston Bay holds up to 75.Facilities: We have a private upstairs for pool billiards party for up to 100 guests. Our private upstairs balcony with water view of Galveston Bay seats up to 75. The downstairs sunroom will seat up to 50. Off-site catering: We do not cater offsite, but we can have your food ready for pick up. Why us: We have more than 40 years experience catering. We have a very diverse menu, choose from barbecue,

Mexican, Italian, seafood, steaks and casual fare. ----------------------------------

Bakkhus Taverna 605 6th St, Kemah • 281-538-1800 On-site catering: Yes up to 150. Facilities: We do not offer a private room, but can accommodate large groups inside or on our 900 sq. ft patio. Off-site catering: Yes up to 150. Why us: Authentic Greek-American menu offered with many items you won't find anywhere else in Houston. We are open for Lunch, Dinner and Late Night 7 days a week and have a great staff to serve you. ----------------------------------

Masa Sushi Sake Bar 1804 W FM 646, Ste R (HEB Shopping Center) • 281-337-1288 On-site catering: Yes, for up to 100 people. Facilities: We have a private party facility at our 646 location that can accommodate up to 25 people. Off-site catering: Yes, from 10 to 1000. Why us: We have fresh fish flown in from California everyday. We also have special fish flown in from Hawaii every Tuesday and Thursday. We provide our customers with fresh sushi, and great service from our friendly staff. There is an excellent atmosphere at Masa, with traditional and fusion style food available. - Continued on Page 14

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Catering Guide • Part 1 Continued from Page 13 --------------------------------------

Mediterraneo Market & Cafe 18033 Upper Bay Road 281-333-3180 On-site catering: Yes, up to 60. Off-site catering: Yes, up to 200. Facilities: We have plenty of room for private parties but there is no private area. Why us: Because of the uniqueness of our food and flavor! Celebrities such as The Who, Paul McCartney, Cher and Jessica Simpson have chosen us for catering over the years and you should too! --------------------------------------

guests for a sit-down menu. This room is totally private and displays local artist’s works on the walls. This room is located off our Oyster Bar with French doors that open to the bar. Off-site catering: Upon request, we can cater your office or home. Why us: Our food is Louisiana style with flavors of Creole and Cajun featuring fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico and prime steaks. We feature Lunch Menus starting at $16.66 per person, with your choice of entree and dessert Options. Our Dinner Banquet Menus begin at $30 per person, with your choice of salad, entree and desserts. We offer a full menu bar, a selection of domestic and imported beers and our wine list is a 90+ plus-rated list. Hors d-‘oeuvres, buffet and and custom menus are available.

Signature Bistro 1918 NASA Pkwy • 281-474-4455

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On-site catering: Yes, up to 80 people. Facilities: Our quaint restaurant offers the ability to have small group parties or our venue is available to rent out with chef-prepared meals to fit your budget. Full bar, beer and wine. Contact us for details and available dates. Off-site catering: Yes, up to 100+ people depending on the venue. Why us: We are an intimate fine dining restaurant that will accommodate your needs for any occasion. For the more intimate occasions at the restaurant, we offer chefs tables for smaller parties (two to ten guests) that include one to five courses, accompanied by wine parings.

815 Ave O. San Leon • 281-339-1232

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Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Bar On-site catering: Yes, we have two separate and very private rooms. Additionally, our restaurant is available for a private function up to 200 on Saturdays mid-afternoon and anytime Sundays. Facilities: Our Wine Room can accommodate up to 40 guests for a sit-down menu. This room is totally private and is perfect for a guest speaker, presentation or formal occasion. Our Gallery Room can accommodate up to 50

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Topwater Grill On-site catering: We can accommodate up to 300 people. Facilities: We have a private banquet room upstairs that will accommodate up to 60 people. Great room with nice view of Galveston's Back Bay. Offsite catering: Yes. We have mobile kitchen, table & chairs. We also have music system. We can serve anywhere from 50 to 500 people. Why us: We can make your party and your vision come to life at any budget. Fresh local seafood enjoyed at a fun local waterfront setting. --------------------------------------

Tabella at Clear Creek Vineyard 709 Harris Ave., Kemah • 281-334-8300

2555 Bay Area Blvd. • 281-480-2221

many as you have! Facilities: We have a front room can we close off to accommodate comfortably up to 60 depending on day and time. Why us: North Galveston County's 2011 Small Business of the Year, and Galveston County Health Department's Gold Ribbon award for 2010. Best BBQ ad Homestyle cooking in Galveston County. We have catered clients ranging from the City of League City’s Thanksgiving to Krewe of Gambinus – from 50 to 550 people.

On-site catering: We can host multiple events on site. We have intimate spaces like our barrel room or observation deck for parties up to 22 and large spaces both indoors and outside that can host up to 200. Facilities: Our farm-to-table restaurant features a menu of ever-changing culinary delights made with the freshest locally sourced meats and produce. Off-site catering: Not at this time. Why us: We have the most unique venue in the bay area. Your party can incorporate wine tastings, barrel tastings and tours of our commercial winery. --------------------------------------

Dickinson Bar~B~Que 2111 FM 517 • 281-534-2500 On-site catering: A minimum required, case by case up to 80. Call for details. capabilities. Off-site catering: Absolutely, as

Boardwalk FantaSea Yacht Charters 555 Bradford Ave. Kemah 281-538-9600 On-site catering: The Boardwalk FantaSea Yacht accommodates up to 140 guests. Facilities: The Boardwalk FantaSea Yacht boasts a gorgeous interior, ample dining space and a host of menu options, making it ideal for your most important events. Full service bar on both levels. Accommodates up to 140 guests. Dance floor on rear deck with possibility for both indoor and outdoor dancing. Why us: The Boardwalk FantaSea is the Gulf Coast’s newest and largest charter yacht! Host your party on the water, and you’re sure to have a memorable event! --------------------------------------

Gianna’s Catering @ Dempsey’s 3612 W. Main St. • 713-503-2994 On-site catering: 100 maximum inside; 100 maximum outside. Off-site catering: Yes. 250 maximum; no minimum. Facilities: On site is catered by us only, friendly, laid-back pub atmosphere with great food and drinks. Large stage for karaoke or live music! Why us: We offer the entire realm of catering: live music, ice sculptures, character drawings, all types of food on and off premise, buffet or full-service with a full (alcohol) bars! - Continued on Page 18

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Gio's Flying Pizza & Pasta 650 FM 517 W • Dickinson 281-337-0107 On-site catering: Up to 50 People. Off-site catering: Yes. We cater for 10 up to 600. Why us: Great Italian Cuisine at affordable prices. Offering professional service, we have catered weddings, over-time meals, business functions, churches, schools, quinceañeras from Downtown Houston to Galveston. ----------------------------------

Mainly Drinks 223 West Main St., Laporte 281-867-1700 On-site catering: Yes, 65 people maximum, Call for pricing. Off-site catering: Yes, unlimited number of guests. Why us: Mainly Drinks is very intimate, perfect for an office party, reception of 65 or fewer guests, holiday party, etc. ----------------------------------

Cabo 2513 NASA Parkway • Seabrook 281-532-2691 On-site catering: We can accommodate a small company get together or a large corporate party up to 100 people. Facilities: You can reserve any section of CABO for your Christmas party. Inside next to our fireplace, on our patio overlooking Clear Lake or down stairs at the BEACH BAR. (Heaters included) Our chef specializes in Rustic Italian and Southwestern cuisine. Off-site cater-

ing: 75 to100. You can choose from our list of finger foods or you can consult with our chef, and he can create a menu special for you and your party. Why us: We offer a one of a kind venue and experience like no other in the Clear Lake area. We specialize in great service, great music, great food and great times! ----------------------------------

Noah's Ark Bar & Grill 4438 Boulevard, Bacliff 281-339-2895 On-site catering: Up to 100 people. Facilities: Inside or outside seating available for parties. Located on the water with a great view of Galveston Bay. Open 7 days a week. Why us: Free banquet room with food or drink purchase. Reasonable prices, large menu, great food and fantastic service.

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Nick's Pizza & Gelato 210 S. Hwy. 3, League City 281-554-6000 On-site parties: 44 maximum. Offsite catering: Anywhere in and around the League City area. Why us: We have the best Italian Restaurant in the center of League City, making us close to every subdivision in the area. Full menu available. Only 1 hour notice required for delivery. $15 minimum order for delivery, no delivery charge. ----------------------------------

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Pomodoro’s Pasta & Pizzeria 1303 Nasa Parkway, Houston 281-480-0700 Off-site catering: Yes! Why us: No minimum orders. Full menu for catering. All catering comes with equal amounts of salad and breadsticks with each entree. Beverage catering also available. No delivery fee.15% gratuity added. Weddings, special events, office meetings, buffets, box lunches. www.pomodorosnasa.com ----------------------------------

Leila's Mexican Restaurant 18119 Egret Bay Blvd., Webster 281-333-5300 Off-site catering: 30 guests minimum. Why us: Better Mexican food than com-

GIO”S: Continued from Page 10 Or you can try something simpler; like the San Gerrero, a traditional Lower East Side-style sausage and peppers tossed in a basil marinara and served over penne pasta. Stay for happy hour with $4.99 appetizer specials, $2.99 house wine and premium drafts, and $1.99 domestic pints. The great thing about a pizza place is that they typically deliver. Gio’s takes it a step further and delivers their entire menu — specials and all — within a

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Tequila Mia's Restaurant 800 Bradford, Kemah 281-334-9017 On-site catering: 25 inside; 75 to 100 outside. Off-site catering: 10 to 100 Facilities: We have a great patio that will host your next party of 50 or more. Our downstairs bar area might be a better place also for your party. Why us: Our Mexican restaurant is the perfect place to host your party with live music, and great atmosphere. We are here to create moments and make someone smile. - Continued on Page 21

five mile radius. Additionally, Gio’s has a separate catering menu perfect for large gatherings off site, such as birthdays, weddings, business functions, church and school events. Gio’s is located at 650 FM 517 W in Dickinson and open Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Contact Gio’s for delivery or catering at 281337-0107; and see a full menu at giosflyingpizza.com.

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Cullen’s Upscale American Grille 11500 Space Center Blvd., Houston 281-991-2000 On-site catering: Yes, from planning a delectable menu to pairing the perfect wines, Cullen’s private functions bring food and service together, exceeding every expectation. Rooms feature audio-visual technology with soundproof meeting rooms, WI-FI, individual sound/climate control and adjustable lighting. For corporate functions, weddings or large celebratory dinners, Cullen’s impeccable service, coupled with exceptional food, leaves our guests with memories to last a lifetime. Whether it’s a small business meeting of 4 or an event with 1000 guests, Cullen’s hits the mark every time. Facilities: Choose from our elegant formal dining room; informal dining in Cullen’s Grille; seven private dining rooms including a grand ballroom; patio dining; team building programs; two-level live entertainment venue with permanent staging; billiard and game room; casually elegant lounge and bar

area; or Macy’s Table at Cullen’s: Houston’s most exclusive dining destination! The stunning glass walls of this supremely secluded dining enclave offer a panoramic view of the main dining room below as you and your guests dine on high. Exclusive access to this dramatic setting is via a guided tour through the chef’s kitchen, your first step toward an unforgettable meal. For those who seek the extraordinary, Chef Paul Lewis’ menus for Cullen’s Upscale American Grille have always offered a uniquely satisfying variety of tastes both exotic and familiar. But for the ultimate expression of his talent, originality, and innovation, adventurous gourmands would be well served by a booking of Macy’s Table. With its elegant appoint-

ments, superb cuisine, and unparalleled luxury, Macy’s Table offers – for up to twelve people – a dining experience that has but few peers. Off-site catering: Cullen’s has catered gatherings ranging from small intimate dinners to large, lavish events. Why us: Our seasoned banquet and event planning staff is second to none, and has accommodated guest requests as demanding as on-site helicopter transport, live satellite television transmission, a caravan of limousines, diplomat-level security and astonishing array of delicacies from around the world. Coupled with a world-class chef and the most extraordinary facility in the Southwest, Cullen’s is the natural choice for demanding patrons as well as those who just want to have a good time.

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T-bone Tom’s • 707 Hwy. 146 • 281-334-2133 On-site catering: We can cater luncheons of up to 120. Facilities: We want to welcome luncheons under our huge palapa with plastic drop-down walls to stay warm during cooler weather. Guests will be served buffet-style and have assorted choices for their menu. Offsite catering: We can do 500-plus for catering. Why us: T-bone Tom’s offers great food, great service and wonderful hospitality. ----------------------------------------------------

Jackie B’s • Sudie's Catering 352 N. Gulf Frwy., League City • 713-557-1999 On-site catering: Yes, up to 300 guests. Facilities: For events at our locations, we have several room options, including outdoor patio to choose from. We have a private room available to accommodate large groups. Off-site catering: We can do 500-plus for catering. Why us: For off-site, we bring the Sudie's Mobile Kitchen to your event. Food is served fresh and hot!. ---------------------------------------------------Allegria Wine & Cocktail Lounge 15210 Hwy 3 • Webster • 713-907-2651 On-site catering: Up to 90 people. Facilities: Allegria is beautifully decorated with a mixture furniture. See our web page. We offer a variety of cuisines and hors d’oeuvres, wines, liquor and beer. Off-site catering: Approximately 150. Allegria has an offpremise/beverage cartage license to bring the party to you! Why us: Allegria is a cozy venue perfect for creating a festive holiday atmosphere for your guests. Excellent food and service make your party an enjoyable event.

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EVERYTHING FOR EVERYBODY By Sue Mayfield Geiger “There’s simply nothing like it anywhere in the Southwest,” says Doug Harris, publicist for Cullen’s Upscale American Grille, “and no other operation has what we have to offer.” Harris is right. The 38,000 sq. ft. complex offers casual dining, fine dining, ultra fine dining, private meeting space, live music, a game room and places in between. Toss in complimentary valet parking, a couple of outdoor patios, an elegant ballroom, award-wining menu, and you’ve got everything you need under one impressive roof. Opening three years ago with a bit of Vegas flair and a lot of Americana retro influence, Cullen’s has a level of sophistication unmatched by any other dining establishment in the area. Designed by Houston-based Mike Treadway Architects, the decor—chic and mod-

CULLEN’S AT A GLANCE: Half price drinks every day from 11 am – 7 pm (till 11 pm on Thursday at Cullen’s Live and lounge areas). Specialty cocktail: Rejuvenation (gin, cucumber, lime, Prosecco) Tuesday: Martini night; Wednesday: Free salsa lessons; Tues, Thurs-Sat: Live music in Cullen’s Live; Fri-Sat: $69 date night; Sat-Sun: Brunch 11 am – 3 pm Daily specials: Tues (grilled top sirloin); Wed (burgers); Thurs (chicken fried ribeye); Fri (meatloaf or 10 oz prime rib) Junior selections for the kiddos 11500 Space Center Blvd. www.cullenshouston.com 281.991.2000

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ern with deep, rich earth tones—is eye catching as is the Main Dining room with tall curved booths, private nooks and intimate corners, yet roomy tables for larger parties are unobtrusive. Diners can What you may not know: Cullen’s is a “Certified Green observe masterRestaurant” approved by the Green Restaurant Association. pieces being cre- They completed 17 of the GRA’s environmental guidelines. ated in the kitchen his own plan. “His vision was to create through large picture windows, but the something dramatic and appealing near focal point is the popular glass-walled his boyhood home in the Southeast area of Macy’s Table that seats 12 and suspends Houston, because he knew the opportufrom the ceiling with its very own cocktail nity existed in this area,” says Harris. Munz lounge and piano bar. “You’re still in the hired two chefs from the Four Seasons heart of the restaurant, but in your own (Paul Lewis and Bruce Trathen) and Genprivate domain,” says eral Manager Ryan Roberts from the PapHarris. pas organization. With Roberts’ 16 years of experience, he has been with the organizaOwners Kevin and Sandra Munz named the tion since Cullen’s inception as have Lewis and Trathen. restaurant after their son, Cullen, and Macy’s The circular chandeliered ballroom (with Table after daughter, its own entrance) seats 150—perfect for Macy. Macy’s Table is inwedding receptions, corporate events and deed a show-stopper parties—and is equipped with several LCD that comes with a perscreens mounted into the walls. You can sonal hand-crafted even reserve the entire Main Dining area menu. “You meet with for mega events. The kitchen is broken into the chef weeks in adtwo separate areas so if a banquet or privance to plan your vate party is going on, it does not interfere menu,” says Harris who with the flow of the restaurant or The explains that the printed menu is made Grille. available for all guests to sign. It is then The framed and hung on the walls as part of Grille has a the permanent decor. The other private more cadining rooms in Cullen’s are named after sual feel, years in which significant events occurred but the during the Munz family lives, like the year Cullen’s Kevin and Sandra married, the year the menu is restaurant opened, etc. These rooms are available throughout the entire restaurant, available for bridal luncheons, Mother’s ranging from the daily specials—served 11 Day, and all celebratory occasions. am to 6 pm—(chicken fried ribeye on Munz (pawnshop entrepreneur turned Thursday) to salads (try the smoked chicken restaurateur/real estate developer) wanted cobb) to sandwiches (the 1903 Club is a to develop something in the area where fave) to burgers, pizza, signature entrees he grew up, says Harris. The plans were for (steaks, lamb tenderloins, Gulf snapper), retail and residential space, but Munz also and lighter choices that include Peruvian wanted a high-end restaurant. So, he did street tacos and Scottish salmon croquettes. his homework and scouted out restaurants all over the world before coming up with - Continued on Next Page

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CULLEN’S: Continued from Page 22 For starters, the cornmeal crusted oysters and crab cake bites are incredibly popular. For a gourmet Texas treat, order the Frito Pie made with pork and Chairman’s reserve beef chili, goat cheese, cheddar and creme fraiche. “We’ve won multiple dining awards, but basically if you just want a burger or pizza and a casual experience, we have that too,” says Harris. With big screen TVs surrounding The Grille, it is a great place to bring the kids on a Saturday afternoon after football practice or a soccer game. Shorts and flip flops, no problem. Kid friendly meals are on the menu while parents can choose a rib eye, because any item can be ordered in any room any time. Regarding the famous chicken fried ribeye. “Munz challenged his English-born chef to come up with something that was Texan and exotic, thus the chicken fried ribeye was created and everyone loves it,” says Harris. It has become a patron favorite and a signature dish for Cullen’s.

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Cullen’s Live (with a capacity of 600) is a two-story Mecca with sound stage, balcony, two lounges, an outdoor patio and terrace. Tuesday is martini night (try the Tiramisu—made with chocolate, Frangelico, espresso and chocolate vodka), Wednesday is free salsa lessons (7-8 pm), and live music on Tuesdays and Thursday through Saturday (schedule varies). There is a cover charge on weekends. Currently, you can partake of the $69 date night (dinner for two in the Main Dining room or Grille) that includes an appetizer, two entrees with dessert and free admission to Cullen’s Live. Half price drinks are available every day from 11 am – 7 pm (on Thursdays until 11 pm in Cullen’s Live and the lounge areas). Brunch is served on weekends from 11 am to 3 pm with $10 bottomless mimosas and bloody Marys. “There’s value to be had in an elegant setting,” says Harris who proclaims that Cullen’s is really a much more affordable place than some may think. You can also reserve the entirety of Cullen’s Live or just the upstairs for a private event. Not open on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day, Cullen’s does provide turkeys to go. General Manager Ryan Roberts suggests that you place your order the week before the holiday. “Advise how many people you want to feed, and we’ll provide you with the entire meal (semi-cooked) along with instructions,” says Roberts. (Cooking time takes about an hour and a half.) Cullen’s gets a lot of call-in, to-go orders, so on a night when you don’t feel like cooking or going out, give them a call. By the way, they are vegetarian and vegan friendly with those items on the menu, but prefer that you call ahead and let them know so they can prepare something spectacular for you. “Whatever you’re looking for in the way of hospitality is just right down the road,” says Harris.

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October Art Events in Clear Lake Area By Peggy ‘Domino’ Taylor Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre will open the 2011-2012 season with the original ballet Dracula, October 21 to 23. This ballet created by Ballet Mistress Natalie Zundel and Ballet Master Luis Fuente is full of passion, excitement and “bite.” Tickets are $25-$35 and can be purchased by calling 281-480-1617. BAHBT Ballet Mistress Natalie Zundel says, "This brand new production of Dracula is one you do not want to miss! Based on Bram Stoker's novel, this ballet is full of incredible athleticism, passion and love. The music and choreography will give you chills and keep you on the edge of your seat."

Another ballet event not to miss is the “Dracula Ball!” Co-chairs Ellen King and Karen Weber are planning an unforgettable evening on Friday October 14 at Space Center Houston from “dusk to midnight.” With decor from the Victorian / Gothic Era, this intoxicatingly alluring, black-tie (costume-optional) event will begin with cocktails and a silent auction, a vignette performance of Dracula (by BAHBT) followed by dinner and dancing. Tickets are $125 per person. For invitations and reservation information, please email info@bahbt.org. Kick off your Halloween fun by attending this daring ballet and supporting the arts in the Bay Area. BAHBT is also preparing for the holiday season with the Breakfast with the Sugar Plum Fairy Saturday, November 19. This event is always a sell-out so be sure to get your tickets for your favorite Prince and Fairy! BAHBT will also present The Nutcracker ballet December 2 through 4 and 9 through 11. For tickets and more information on all events, please call 281-4801617 or visit www.bahbt.org.

KEMAH ART WALK: October 15 & 16

A Conversation with Marsha Mason

The Kemah Merchants Association will be hosting the Kemah Art Walk October 15 and 16. Artists from across Texas will be showcasing and selling their art, in the Kemah Lighthouse District. Along Bradford, Kipp and 6th Street will be fine art including paintings in oil, acrylic and pastels and also photography and sculptures. Art will be displayed Saturday, October 15 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday October 16 from Noon to 5 p.m. This art walk is free to all attendees.

By Peggy ‘Domino’ Taylor Last month was the KemahGulf Coast Film & Video Festival, an annual event for 13 years and with many “firsts” this year. We had our first Directors & Producers Forum that brought many wellknown names out and talk started already of even a larger one next year. The finalists’ film screenings were held for two days and kicking off the weekend was the opening night reception and capping off the weekend was the Saturday night award banquet and gala.

A first-time activity during the Kemah Art Walk will be a children’s area. Children will be able to paint on a mural scenes reflecting Kemah. From lighthouses and seagulls to boats and the Kemah Boardwalk, all we ask is the children to bring their imagination! This painted canvas, “Kids Love Kemah” will be displayed during the Christmas in Kemah days starting November 19 through December 18. This mural painting activity is free to all children. Sponsors of the children’s art project are Bay Area Observer, Boardwalk Fudge, and Aroma Gardens Creations. Booth fees are only $25 for both days and artists will be responsible for bringing a tent if needed. An open house for the artists, sponsors and merchants will be October 14, Friday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Kemah Visitor Center at 604 Bradford.

I have had the opportunity to work with nine award-winning celebrity guests that the film festival chairman and committee host for the annual weekend over the past years. This year was a real treat with the four-time Academy Award Nominee, Golden Globe recipient, Emmy Nominee and even Grammy Nominee, Broadway legend, actress Marsha Mason.

For more information or to reserve a booth, call Kemah Merchants Association President Sandra Williams from Boardwalk Fudge, 281-538-4165 or Domino Taylor at the Kemah Visitor Center at 281-334-3181. Log on to websites www.kemahmerchants.com or www.kemah-tx.gov.

Friday night was a night full of media interviewing and filming, her Saturday morning continued with a one-on-ones and wrapping up the morning with a final taping of an upcoming PBS show.

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Oct. 7-9: Warrior’s History, Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, Fri, Sat. 7 pm, & Sun.2:30 pm, 3803 Hwy. 3 in Dickinson, www.bayareaharbourplayhouse.com 281-337-SHOW, Oct. 9 & 10: Auctions for A Wonderful Life Clear Creek Country Theatre, Fri. & Sat. 7pm ,18091 Upper Bay Rd, Nassau Bay, 382-335-5228, www.clearcreekcountrytheatre.org Oct. 14: Dracula’s Ball, Space Center Houston, For invitation and reservations email to info@bahbt.org 281-480-1617. Oct. 21 & 22: Dracula, Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre, U of H Clear Lake, Call for tickets and info or go online www.bahbt.org , 281-480-1617

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10:15 a.m.;Toddler Time on Monday,Tuesday & Wednesday at 11:15 a.m.; Pre-School Time on Monday & Tuesday at 1:15 p.m.; Children’s Chess Club on Monday at 6:30 p.m. Special Days: 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, 281-488-1906. www.hcpl.net Helen Hall Library: Toddlers on Wednesdays at 10 a.m.; Pre-K Story time on Thursday at 1 p.m.; 100 W.Walker, League City, 281-338-4860 La Porte Library: Tuesday is Story Time with Mr. Mark at 10:15 a.m.;Thursdays are with Mr. D. at 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m.;Arts on Wednesdays at 3:15 p.m.; 600 S. Broadway, La Porte, 281-471-4022, www.hcpl.net

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Oct. 15: Bay Area Bluegrass Association Show – 7 p.m., Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, League City, www.baba.org

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1940 Air Terminal Museum, Hobby Airport: 713-454-1940, www.1940airterminal.org Armand Bayou Nature Center: Open Tuesday - Saturday, Saturday morning Breakfast on the Bayou 8 a.m. - 9:30 am Saturday Evening Sunset Cruise on the Bayou 6 p.m., 8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281474-2551, www.abnc.org Battleship Texas, State Historic Site: 3255 Highway 134, La Porte, 281-479-2431. Butler Longhorn Museum: League City, 281-332-1393, www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com Bay Area Museum - Lunar Rendezvous Exhibit and Space memorabilia: Open Tuesday - Sunday, Clear Lake Park, 5000 NASA Parkway, Seabrook, 281-326-5960, www.lunarrendevous.org. League City Historical Society West Bay Common Museum: Open Monday - Friday. Call for group reservations, 210 Kansas Avenue, League City, 281-554-2994, www.oneroomschoolhouse.org Lone Star Flight Museum: Open Daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 2002 Terminal Dr., Galveston, 409-740-7722, www.LSFM.org Warbird Rides available.

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Photos courtesy of Wiredin.cc MARSHA MASON: Continued from Page 24 By the afternoon of the press conference, everyone had time with a very patient and gracious Mason. I decided to forgo the notebook and just visit with Marsha and talk like any two women just meeting and sharing a meal. I was so curious about her life in New Mexico and her famous farm. Her publicist Ross was a jewel, and we did a lot of laughing which always makes it easy to proceed to talk about “nonHollywood” bio things. Ms. Mason is a successful entrepreneur as well as an ac-

claimed actress. She has a 247 acres farm, Rio Abajo Rio, in Abiquiu, New Mexico, that is a certified organic medicinal herb farm, which produces Resting the River Natural Products. Her majestic farm that runs along a two-mile stretch on the Rio Chama, had a fast turn-around as she nurtured this idle land back to life where she said it was “in a state where water is precious and scarce.” Dubbed the Mystical Land, acres are available for sale for numerous possibilities around her Argentinean estancia, a compound circling a classic central fountain courtyard. Although her primary residence is in New York, her stories that had her eyes sparkle were about the herb farm in New Mexico and her dog rescue activities. She has many irons in the fire and one will notice she handles all of them with grace as she spoke while regularly flashing that famous smile. It was a really pleasurable weekend, and we all appreciated her spending time with us as she took a piece of Texas back home. For more information on her organic herbs and products, go to www.rioabajorio.com. Also, be sure to catch her in November in a new re-occurring role in ABC’s sitcom, “The Middle.” I am certain there will be some good laughs!

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A Special Guide To CLEAR LAKE & GALVESTON About the Clear Lake/Bay Area: Located midway between the skyscrapers of Houston and the beaches of Galveston, the NASA, Clear Lake/Bay Area is a unique area featuring the home of manned space flight and the third largest boating market in the nation. Although big city excitement and island beaches are each just minutes away, the Clear Lake/Bay Area has been described as the “Jewel of Houston” and is full of attractions of its own. Boating activities and water recreation provide hours of fun and relaxation in the presence

of the water's natural beauty. Surrounded by water, the land is fertile and offers lush foliage including many evergreen trees and plants. In addition to the area’s natural beauty, technology and history are woven together at the Johnson Space Center, where our nation's astronauts are trained and each manned space flight is monitored. The facility offers an official visitors center, better known as Space Center Houston. This area is also home to a surprisingly high number of quality restaurants, bars, clubs and pubs – including many overlooking the water and accessible via boat. Clear Lake is also a live music lover’s paradise with more than 40 venus offering live performances on a regular basis. The Clear Lake/Bay Area is also geared toward families with a number of amusement parks, game facilities and family festivals.

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Featured Attractions 1. Space Center Houston Visit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. Applaud the accomplishments of NASA and the American manned space flight program at Space Center Houston. You will relive the past achievements of the space program and witness today's history in the making. Everything you see in the facility is realistic. Space Center Houston's creators kept in close contact with NASA to ensure the most accurate experience. Each attraction is self-guided so you can spend as much time, or as little time, in each areas as desired. Most guests spend four to six hours in the Center. July Operating Hours: 9am-7pm (Weekdays); 9am-7pm (Weekends). Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston tickets available at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-474-9700.

1601 NASA Parkway • 281-244-2100

• www.spacecenter.org

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14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY

1 Hope Blvd. (Galveston)..800-582-4673

3523 Highway 134 ..........281-479-2431

510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200

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11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENT

15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR

710 4th Street ..............281-334-9880

2000 NASA Parkway ....281-335-7777

One Monument Circle ......281-479-2421

2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000

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8. GULF GREYHOUND PARK

12. NOLAN RYAN CENTER

16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS

2026 Lockheed ............409-770-9283

1000 FM 2004..............409-986-9500

Texas 35 and Mustang ....281-388-1134

1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400

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709 Harris Ave. (Kemah)..281-334-8300

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18. OLD SEABROOK NASA Parkway @ Hwy 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-474-3869 19. SYLVAN BEACH PARK on Galveston Bay in La Porte . . . . . .281-471-5020 20. HISTORIC LEAGUE CITY Main Street (FM 518). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-338-7339 21. HELEN’S GARDEN Main St. (FM518) in Historic League City . . . . .281-338-7339

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22. CINEMARK 18 20915 Gulf Frwy. (Webster) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-332-0951 23. BAYBROOK MALL 500 Baybrook Mall Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-488-4620 24. MAGNOLIA GREEK GOLF COURSE 1501 Bay Area Blvd. . . . . .281-557-0555 25. BEACON LAKES GOLF CLUB 801 FM 646 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281-337-1459 26. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR CC 4300 South Shore Harbour . . . . .281-334-0521

GALVESTON ATTRACTIONS: 27. GALVESTON EAST BEACH 1923 Boddeker Drive . . . .409-762-EAST 28. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSE 2020 Postoffice St.409-763-7173 29. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Downtown Galveston713- 629-3700 30. MARDI GRAS MUSEUM 2309-2311 Ship’s Mechanic Row . .409-765-5930 31. MOODY MANSION MUSEUM 2618 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-7668 32. BISHOP'S PALACE 1402 Broadway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-762-2475 33. GALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUM 25th & Strand .409-765-5700 34. TEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUM Pier 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-763-1877 35. OCEAN STAR OFFSHORE MUSEUM Pier 20 . . . . .409-766-STAR 36. SEAWOLF PARK Pelican Island via Seawolf Parkway . . .409-797-5114

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37. LONE STAR FLIGHT MUSEUM 2002 Terminal Dr. . .409-740-7722 38. BUNGEE FUN 9030 Seawall Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .409-740-2000

HOUSTON ATTRACTIONS: 39. HOBBY AIRPORT 7800 Airport Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . .713-640-3000 40. RELIANT STADIUM One Reliant Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .832-667-1400 41. HOUSTON MEDICAL CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-791-8805 42. DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT . . . .713-658-8938 43. TOYOTA CENTER 1510 Polk Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .713-758-7200 44. GRB CONVENTION CTR 1001 Avenida de las Americas .713-853-8000 45. MINUTE MAID PARK 501 Crawford Street . . . . . . . . . .713-259-8500

Wings Over Houston Airshow takes to the skies Oct 15 & 16 at Ellington Airport The 27th Annual Wings Over Houston Airshow takes flight Saturday, October 15 and Sunday, October 16 at Ellington Airport with thrilling aerial performances, aerobatics and demonstrations. The Canadian Forces Snowbirds will captivate audiences with an aerial ballet Above: Kirby Chambliss is a pilot and a renowned world champion in aerobatics. He is a two-time of high-speed jet flight winner of the Red Bull Air Race World Series in his Zivko Edge 540. Below: Chuck Aaron, pilot featuring dozens of forof the Red Bull Helicopter, is the only person licensed in the U.S. to fly helicopter aerobatics. mation passes. This year’s show welcomes many new additions to the legendary event including the Red Bull Motorsports Teams of Kirby Chambliss, in his Zivko Edge 540, and Chuck Aaron, the only civilian pilot to be licensed in the U.S. to perform helicopter aerobatics. Aaron will keep audiences on the edge of their seats with his back flips, 360-degree rolls and a heart-stopping tumble, called the Chuckcilvak. In addition to new aircraft, the Red Bull Air Force Parachute Team will take to the skies in their winged jump suits as they approach the crowd at Ellington Airport. Fans will also be treated with an exclusive look as the Horsemen pilots take to the skies in F-86 Sabres debuting in Houston. Jason Newburg, 2010 Lonestar Aerobatic Unlimited Champion, will showcase his high energy performance in a Pitts Viper. The 2011 Wings Over Houston Airshow returning favorites include the always-popular Tora!Tora!Tora! reenactment of the World War II air power attack on Pearl Harbor. Also returning will be the AD-4 Skyraider, O-2 Forward Air Command "Oscar Duece" and AC-47 Spooky Gunship. The Boeing B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” returns to the skies in a rare sighting as it is the only flying B-29 remaining. Military demonstrations include the Air Force Heritage Flight, U.S. Coast Guard MH65C Dolphin Helicopter, U.S. Navy F/A-18C Hornet from the West Coast Demo Team, the C-130H Tactical Special Forces Jump and AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter Demo. “Wings Over Houston Airshow strives to bring new, exciting aviation demonstrations and exhibits each year,” said Bill Roach, executive director of Wings Over Houston Airshow. “We appreciate our loyal volunteers, spon-

sors, fans, and members of the media as the event could not be a success without each and every one of you.” Other highlights of the 2011 Wings Over Houston Airshow include the “Legends & Heroes Autograph Tent”, 6th Cavalry Historical Association, Military Museum of Texas, interactive displays from NASA, a children’s carnival area including a rock wall and mechanical bull and exhilarating Aircraft M-4 simulator rides. Ticket Information: Tickets for the 2011 Wings Over Houston Airshow are on sale now. Advance tickets are $17.50 for adults, $4 for children ages 6 through 11 and free for children 5 and under. Reserved “Prime-View” seats at the “50-yard-line” are $45 and include reserved parking and an event program. Eagle Squadron Hospitality tickets are $125 and include reserved seating, catered food and beverages throughout the day, reserved parking and a souvenir cap, program and poster. Tickets can be purchased by calling 888-4-FLYSHOW or by visiting www.wingsoverhouston.com. Parking at Ellington Airport is extremely limited so riding bus transportation is recommended. Bus shuttles will run from Bay Area Park and Ride (801 Bay Area Blvd), Fuqua Park and Ride (11755 Sabo Road) and South Point Park and Ride (12410 Kurland). Shuttles run from 7:30 a.m. until 6 p.m., with the last shuttle inbound to Ellington Airport departing at 2:30 p.m. The shuttle service is free this year with proof of ticket purchase.

TORA, TORA, TORA honored with Lloyd P. Nolen Lifetime Achievement in Aviation Award Wings Over Houston Airshow recently announced Tora, Tora, Tora as the recipient of the 2011 Lloyd P. Nolen Lifetime Achievement in Aviation Award, which honors individuals, organizations, companies and corporations dedicated to the promotion or advancement of aviation. As one of the most dramatic and visual acts in the air show industry, Tora, Tora, Tora performs twelve to sixteen airshows a year in the United States and Canada with its recreation of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Tora, Tora, Tora began nearly 40 years ago when six replica Japanese aircraft were donated to the Commemorative Air Force. The Gulf Coast Wing requested assignment of the aircraft and began developing an act for presentation at air shows, which debuted at the Galveston Air Show on June 25, 1972. A living history lesson, Tora’s re-creation provides breathtaking smoke, fire and explosions from the pyrotechnics team as a professional announcer explains the purpose, history and performance to the crowd. With the motto “Lest We Forget,” the Tora group flies with the intention to help individuals throughout the world understand that war does not discriminate in the pain it causes. “Wings Over Houston is thrilled to honor Tora, Tora, Tora for their dedication and achievement in the aviation industry,” says Bill Roach, executive director of Wings Over Houston Airshow. “The Tora team sets themselves apart with their strong sense of spirit and camaraderie. We are proud they call Houston home.” The act’s excellence in the industry was recognized in 2001 with the Art Scholl Award of Showmanship, one of the two highest distinctions awarded by the International Council of Air Shows, the premier air show industry trade association. Comprised entirely of volunteers, Mark Allen, Tora Lead; Gordon Webb, Pyro Lead; and the two announcers, Ken Crites and Roger Gauert, provide the leadership to the Tora team of pilots, crew and 12 aircraft.

Wings Over Houston awards local students scholarships to pursue education in aviation Wings Over Houston Airshow recently announced its 2011 scholarship recipients. Among the recipients are James Forkner of Richmond, Richard Garcia of Spring, Michael Hughes of Dickinson and Reginald Richardson III of Houston. Jessica Miniutti and previous recipient, Julia Hall, were awarded the Emyre Barrios Robinson Memorial Scholarships at San Jacinto College. Scholarships were awarded to local outstanding college students who are pursuing an education in the fields of aviation or aerospace. “Each of this year’s recipients has demonstrated immense passion and true dedication to the aviation and aerospace,” said Steve Sehnert, chairman of the 2011 Wings Over Houston Airshow Scholarship Subcommittee. “We are pleased to present scholarships to these students and look forward to the many contributions each will make as they pursue their careers in their chosen fields.”

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Barbed Rose

Hibachi Grill /Buffet

Signature Bistro

Scout Bar

Mediterraneo

Where To EAT & DRINK T-bone Tom’s

146 Roadhouse

Gabacho’s

Big Ben

Pier 27 Tavern

1. 146 Roadhouse ............................3435 Hwy 146 (Bacliff) 2. Allegria Wine & Cocktail Lounge..................15210 Hwy 3 3. Amadeus Italian Restaurant ........700 Kipp Ave. (Kemah) 4. Bada Bing ........................2925 Gulf Freeway (@ FM 646) 5. Bakkhus Taverna Greek................605 6th Street (Kemah) 6. Barbed Rose ........................113 East Sealy Street (Alvin) 7. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina............19431 Gatebrook Dr. 8. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ........2660 Marina Bay Drive 9. Bombay Tadka ............................17926 Hwy 3, Suite 101 10. Big Ben ............................................20237 Gulf Freeway 11. Boondoggles ..................................4106 NASA Parkway 12. Bullrito’s ....................1820 Nasa Parkway (Nassau Bay) 13. Bullrito’s ..................12617 Underwood Road (La Porte) 14. Bullrito’s ........................3709 Center Street (Deer Park) 15. Bullrito’s............4802 E Sam Houston Pkwy (Pasadena) 16. Cabo ............................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook) 17. Cafe Under The Oaks ..........615 E Main Street (FM 518) 18. Casper’s Billiards..................137 21st Street (San Leon) 19. Cellar Wine Bar ......................1606 Clear Lake City Blvd. 20. Classic Cafe......................................2511 Nasa Parkway 21. Chelsea Wine Bar ............4106 Nasa Pkwy # F (El Lago) 22. Chitsuru Sushi & Hibachi ..2860 Gulf Freeway S, Ste. A 23. Club Pure ..........................229 E NASA Rd. 1 (Webster) 24. Cock-Eyed Seagull ......................1010B E. Nasa Road 1 25. Coffee Oasis ....................................4650 Nasa Parkway 26. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ......................309 4th Street 27. Cuisine of India ................................1212 Nasa Parkway 28. Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille ............11500 Space Center 29. Dempsey’s Sports Pub ..................3612 W. Main Street 30. Dan’s Pizza Company ................................15148 Hwy 3 31. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..........2111 FM 517 32. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake ..................2110 Bay Area Blvd. 33. Don Pico’s - Pasadena ..............4940 Fairmont Parkway 34. Don Pico’s - Pearland ..............9811 Broadway (FM518) 35. D’Vine Wine - Kemah......................................709 Harris 36. D’Vine Wine - Galveston ..............................2110 Strand 37. Esteban's Cafe & Cantina..............402 West Main Street 38. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ..............20760 Gulf Frwy 39. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ................1300 Broadway 40. Fox and Hound ................................12802 Gulf Freeway

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41. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ......................4449 NASA Rd. 1 42. Gio’s Flying Pizza ....................................630 Fm 517 Rd 43. Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet....155 W. Bay Area Blvd. 44. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ............1232 W. FM 646 45. Jackie’s Brickhouse ..1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094) 46. Jackie B’s Sports.Spirits..................352 N. Gulf Freeway 47. Joe Lee’s Seafood Kitchen ..........1108 Marina Bay Drive 48. Kahuna Joe’s ..................812 East Main Street (FM 518) 49. Katie’s......................................................315 Grand Ave. 50. Kemah Asian Cafe ....................1201 Hwy 146 (Kemah) 51. La Brisa - Bacliff ......................................4001 Hwy 146 52. La Brisa - League City ..........501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45) 53. Laredo’s TexMex ....2119 Bayport Boulevard (Hwy 146) 54. Las Haciendas • NASA ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1 55. Las Haciendas • I-45 ......................12933 Gulf Freeway 56. Leila’s Mexican Restaurant ..................18119 Egret Bay 57. Luna’s Restaurant (Hilton) ............3000 NASA Parkway 58. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..............101 E. Main St. (La Porte) 59. Main Event ......................................1125 Magnolia Ave. 60. Mackey’s ....................................20801 Gulf Frwy (I-45) 61. Mamacita’s - Clear Lake........................515 E Nasa Rd 1 62. Mamacita’s - Pasadena ..............7325 Spencer Highway 63. Maribelle’s ....................................3136-C NASA Road 1 64. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ......1304 Bayport (HWY146) 65. Mario’s Italian • Webster ................618 NASA Parkway 66. Masa Sushi Fusion ..............................977 Nasa Road 1 67. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ............................1804 W. FM 646 68. Matt’s Restaurant & Lounge ......3202 Marina Bay Drive 69. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe ........18033 Upper Bay Rd. 70. Mely’s - League City......2951 Marina Bay Dr. (FM 2094) 71. Merlion on 4th ........................................1301 4th Street 72. Michiru Sushi & Asian Bar 20911 Gulf Freeway, Suite A 73. Monkey Bar ..........................................605 6th Street C 74. Nick’s Pizza, Pasta & Gelato 210 S. Hwy 3 (League City) 75. Noah’s Ark ................................4438 Boulevard (Bacliff) 76. Opus Bistro ........................................1002 Aspen Road 77. Palapa’s......................................608 6th Street (Kemah) 78. Pelican Grill ..................3142 Nasa Parkway (Seabrook) 79. Pier 27 Tavern ................3202 Marina Bay Blvd. Suite F 80. Pizza King ........................103 Davis Road (League City)

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81. Pomodoro’s Cucina Italiana ....... 82. Pomodoro’s Pasta & Pizzeria ... 83. Pomodoro’s Italian Restaurant & 84. Red River BBQ .......................... 85. Roger’s Malt Shoppe ................4 86. San Luis Resort ........................5 87. Scout Bar ................................... 88. Sherlock’s................................... 89. Signature Bistro ..........1918 NAS 90. Skipper’s..................1026 FM 20 91. Smoking J’s ....................550 FM 92. South Shore Harbour Resort..250 93. Sporting News Bar & Grill ......... 94. Star Cinema Grill ..................102 95. Sudie’s ..............................352 G 96. Terrace Cafe ....................609 Bra 97. Tequila Mia’s ............................... 98. The Spot ........................3204 Se 99. The Davenport ......................12 100. The Hop.................................... 101. The Naked Cupcake ..............46 102. The Tree House ........................ 103. Three Oaks Fine Wines ............ 104. Time Out Sports Bar #1 ........... 105. Time Out Sports Bar #2 .......... 106. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ..........4 107. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Ba 108. Topwater Grill ......................81 109. T-bone Tom’s............................ 110.Tuscany Bistro..................2951 111. Union Tavern ............................ 112. What’s Cookin’ at the Bistro ..... 113. Zone 504 .................................

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RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival October 21, 22 & 23 • Johnson Space Center Houston’s most exciting and entertaining outdoor family event blasts off from the NASA/Johnson Space Center October 21-23 as the RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival fills the skies above Clear Lake for the 18th annual tribute to mankind’s fascination with flight. A seasonal event favorite of southeast Texas, the festival bears special significance this year as Houston celebrates three decades of the Space Shuttle program and the 50th Anniversary of the Johnson Space Center. In partnership with the City of Nassau Bay, the weekend celebration features approximately 50 giant hot air balloons piloted by the world’s most skilled aerial navigators, punctuated by daylong skydiving exhibitions, paragliders and hang-gliders, all set in a carnival atmosphere with food, arts and crafts, a midway with rides and live musical entertainment. Festival admission is just $10 per vehicle, including free onsite parking at Johnson Space Center. Saturday’s expanded NASA Open House will include Space Shuttle exhibits never before seen by the public. In addition to Astronaut training facilities and a mock-up of the ISS, new displays will reveal the next generation of vehicles currently in development. A Houston tradition, the non-profit RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival sprouted wings in 1993 and is now a hallmark event that encourages young people’s interest in math and science through the study of aeronautics. Nassau Bay, the traditional hometown for the engineers and pilots who pioneered America’s space exploration, has given partnership support in bringing the festival to an ever-wider audience of families. Gates open on Friday at 6 p.m. followed by high-energy music and entertainment, with a mass balloon glow at 8:15 p.m. The 7:30 a.m. Shuttle Rendezvous (balloon navigational competition) kicks off Saturday morning, followed by skydivers and air sport activities all day long. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED This exciting event could not be a reality without the great efforts of hundreds that volunteer every year at this event. Festival volunteers receive free admission into the festival for themselves and anyone else in their car, free parking and non-alcoholic beverages while they are working. Organizations and businesses volunteering in JSC will host an Open House during groups have a great opportunity to present themselves to the festival on Saturday, Oct. 22. the public by wearing shirts or hats that represent their organization. There are still many opportunities open to volunteer, so sign up to take advantage of helping make this beloved event a success! Go to www.ballunarfestival.com to register or call the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 281-488-7676.

Fidelity Investments joins as partner of RE/MAX Ballunar Festival The RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival, Oct. 21-23, sponsored by the City of Nassau Bay welcomes Fidelity Investments as a partner in this year’s festivities at NASA Johnson Space Center. Recognized as one of the largest providers of financial services in the world, Fidelity Investments has assets under its administration of more than $3.5 trillion. The City of Nassau Bay expressed excitement and enthusiasm about the partnership. “Fidelity Investments is a leading provider of investment management, retirement planning, portfolio guidance, brokerage, benefits outsourcing and many other financial products and services,” said Sunny Fitz with the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce. “Their commitment to our community is appreciated.” As a partnering sponsor, Fidelity Investments will be presenting Festival attendees with a mass ascension and flight of more than 50 full-size hot air balloons over NASA Johnson Space Center. A perennial favorite, the balloon launch has remained one of the highlights of the 17-year-old festival. The festival, which takes place Oct. 21-23, will also feature other family and education oriented fun, including Radio Disney, NASA open houses, a Salute to Public Safety and dozens of aviation and aeronautic displays.

RE/MAX Ballunar Liftoff Festival Schedule October 21 (Friday): 6pm - 10pm

6:00 pm ........................................Gates Open • High Energy Music 7:00 pm ............................Live on Stage: The Fired Ice Cream Band 7:40 pm............................National Anthem American Flag Ascension 7:45 pm ..............................................................Welcoming Remarks 7:50 pm ............................ Live on Stage: The Fired Ice Cream Band 8:15 pm ..................................................CURVES BALLOON GLOW 9:00 pm ............................Live on Stage: The Fired Ice Cream Band

October 22 (Saturday): 7am - 10pm

7:00 am ........................................Gates Open • High Energy Music 7:15 am......................................................Exhibition Skydiving Team 7:30 am ..................Shuttle Rendezvous BALLOON COMPETITION 9:00 am............................ALL DAY - Air Sports Excellent Adventures 9:00 am - 4:00 pm ................................................NASA Open House 10:00 am ...................................."Salute to Public Safety" Exposition 10:00 am - 3:00 pm ...... Royal Academy of Fine Arts - The Preludes 11:00 am - 3:00 pm ....................Astronaut Autographs - NASA Tent 5:30 pm ..................FIDELITY INVESTMENTS BALLOON LAUNCH 6:30 pm ..........Live on Stage: Nashville Recording Artist-Curtis Braly 7:30 pm............................CITY OF NASSAU BAY BALLOON GLOW 8:45 pm - 9:45 pm ..........Live on Stage: Recording Artist-Curtis Braly

October 23 (Sunday): 7am - 12pm

7:00 am ............................Gates Open • High Energy Music All Day 7:30 am ..............................................................Balloon Competition 9:00 am - 12:00 pm................................Live Entertainment on Stage 8:00 am - 12:00 pm ......Skydivers & Air Sports Excellent Adventures 12:00 pm..........................................................................Gates Close TIPS FOR PHOTOGRAPHING THE BALLUNAR FESTIVAL

ALLEN MATHESON

JOHN ENNIS

CLIFTON GRIM

CLIFF MEINHARDT

Matheson: “Early in the morning, watch for balloon teams driving near the main JSC entrance with their trailers in tow, and follow them out to the launch site. Also, unless you're going for a silhouette, attempt to shoot with the sun at your back.” Ennis: “Instead of waiting for the balloons to reach the festival grounds, follow the balloon teams out to the launch site and take pictures of the process leading up to the launch and the launch itself.” Grim: “Understand the schedules and what is going to go on. The Saturday morning launch gives you an opportunity to photograph set ups and launches from very close. The Friday evening glow is the other great photo opportunity. Meinhardt: “Don't just think about big balloons. From a photographic point of view it can also be abstract colors, lines and shapes, it can be people, it can be action, and look at it from different angles, get up close, get down low, its a great place and a great subject to experiment with.”

On the Water 25th SAILING OF THE HARVEST MOON REGATTA Upcoming Calendar

OCTOBER 13-16 Ever wonder if any of those beautiful looking sail boats you see when you visit Seabrook or Kemah Boardwalk ever venture beyond Galveston Bay? Well they do! Some 250 yachts 30’ to 65’ head to Galveston every October on the full moon to enter the United State’s largest off shore regatta US port to US port called the Harvest Moon Regatta. Starting from Galveston late afternoon just off the Flagship hotel they sail offshore to Port Aransas. Most usually cover the 150 nautical mile non-stop course in 24 to 30 hours through the night, wind permitting. Watching the start of the HMR could be a lot of fun from Murdock’s back porch or just sitting on the seawall. Good viewing starts about 1:30 pm Thursday October 13. Even more fun is heading to Port Aransas to catch the racers heading up the Port A ship channel to the finish line. There is great spinnaker viewing all along the jetties and fishing piers as the racers give it their all to win the coveted Bacardi Cup for the overall winner. This real action can start mid morning through to late evening on Friday October 14. If you do decide to take in Port A, stay for all the entertainment starting with recording artist Kelley McGuire at 1:00 pm followed by the band Hanna’s Reef. Port Aransas is a great little island to spend your weekend fishing, shopping or just laying around on the beach. Check out the web site. www.harvestmoonregatta.com

Great Pumpkin Fun Run October 29 (Family Event)

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Fall Series Race #3 Oct. 29 • Galveston Bay Houston Yacht Club 281.471.1255

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Seawall Blvd.) Thurs., Oct.13 from 2 – 3 pm in the Gulf of Mexico, off the previous location of the Flagship Hotel REGATTA FINISH AND AWARDS CEREMONY: Awards Ceremony and bar-b-que dinner at Port Aransas on Sat., Oct. 15, at 6 pm (Pavilion at City Marina, Port Aransas). Enjoy lots of fun, good music, and plenty of Bacardi rum. Awarding of the Bacardi Cup, the Cameron Cannon, Mayor’s Trophy, Commodore’s Trophy, the Bill Hall Memorial Trophy, and the Sea Lake Yacht Sales Luna Trophy for the fastest all women crew boat.

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Wednesday Night Races End of Season Party! October 26 • Villa Capri Info: 281.334.4252

On the Water J/BOAT FOUNDER TO ATTEND J/FEST SOUTHWEST REGATTA • OCT. 29-30 J/Boat Southwest Regatta Chairman Carl Drechsel of Lakewood Yacht Club has announced that Rodney Johnstone, founder of racing J/boats, will attend and participate in this year’s regatta slated for Sat., Oct. 29 and Sun., Oct. 30, on Galveston Bay. The Johnstone family has made an undeniable mark on the world of sailing. In addition to the 5,400 J/24s cruising the waves, there are over 7,000 more J/Boats ranging from the International J/22 to the J/65, that sailing enthusiasts have bought at prices ranging from $10,000 to $2,000,000. The story began in 1975 when Rod, then an ad salesman for the sailing trade magazine Soundings, decided to build a sailboat he had been designing since the 1960s. With $400-worth of fiberglass and wood, he built the 24’ x 9 ‘ wide RAGTIME on weekends in his 3 car garage at home in Stonington, Connecticut. During the summer of 1976, with an all family crew aboard, RAGTIME beat everything in sight.

In 1977 Rod Johnstone built a speedy 24-foot sailboat in his garage. Now, that boat (the J/24), has become the most popular recreational offshore keelboat in the world. And J/Boats now range from 22 to 66 feet in size and $10,000 to $2 million in price. The winner of the high-end, performance-oriented segment of the sailing market.

Johnstone realized he had created something special, and the story continues today.

ticipate and the regatta organizers intend to offer several exciting formats for the non One Design racers.

For the J/Fest Southwest Regatta, Scott and Terry Spurlin of J/Boats Southwest in Austin have been promoting the event throughout all of the Gulf Coast States. “In fact, we have a racing contingency driving all the way from Dillion Yacht Club in Colorado,” explained Spurlin.

The Skippers’ Meeting will be held in the ballroom of Lakewood Yacht Club on the evening of Fri., Oct. 28, 6:39 pm for check-in, meeting, and refreshments. A pool party with live music and dinner are planned after the races on Saturday with the Awards Ceremony to take place on Sun., Oct. 30, after the races.

The focus of J/Fest Southwest Regatta is to provide a venue that is all inclusive to J/Boat owners, their family, and friends. While the racers are on the water, family and friends can enjoy the numerous activities in the Bay area using materials provided by the Bay Area Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Lakewood Race Committee Chairman Dwight Bengtson would like to thank Platinum sponsor the city of Seabrook; Silver sponsors J/Boats Southwest, Parkway Chevrolet, and J/World Annapolis. Bronze sponsors are Waterline Works, Gary Trinklein Photographs, John Lacy Photographs and Harken. Copper sponsors include Hall Spars and Riggings, North U, the Nassau Bay Hilton, Blackburn Marine Supply, West Marine, and UK Halsey.

One design fleets slated for the J/Fest Southwest Regatta are J/22, J/24, J/80, J/105 and the J/109. It will be a circuit stop for the J/24’s and the J/80’s. All J/Boats are welcome to race in the PHRF classes and in the J/Cruise class. Any J/Boat is eligible to par-

One Design Fleets Converge at HYC The Houston Yacht Club hosted 102 entries for its Second Annual Open One Design Regatta, Sept. 17-18. Ten one design classes attended this event. For Vipers, J22's, J24's and J80's it was a circuit event. For the V15 Class it was the Galveston Bay Championship and for the C420 Class it was Part A of a three part Gulf Coast Championship. Ensigns, J105's, Lightnings and A Cats also participated in the open event. Approximately 300 competitors sailed in the regatta. Entries came from all over Texas and Louisiana, with an entry from Massachusetts and Canada. The outstanding HYC race management team of Fleet Captain Jack Yoes, P/C James Liston and P/C Jim Tichenor used three race courses, all outside Houston Yacht Club in upper Galveston Bay, to stage the competition. The generous sponsors for the event were KO Sailing, Mark McNamara; Kevin Severance, Kevin Severance Insurance Agency, Classic Cafe, Commodore By Baldridge,

To register, go to www.lakewoodyachtclub.com or www.JfestSouthwest.com and Wells Fargo Advisors, June Shaw. This was the largest regatta on Galveston Bay in many years and HYC really shined. Regatta Chair, Linda McKee, and her army of volunteers put on and outstanding event. Winners in each Class were: A Cat - Bob Webbon, Houston YC on Tanker; Ensign - Dean Snider, Houston YC on Little Oil; Vanguard 15 - Ryan Glaze, Rush Creek YC on Gringo; J 80 - William Rose, GBCA on Kicks; Lightning - Steve Harris; C420 - Forest Short, Houston YC; Viper - Brad Boston, Sarnia YC, Canada; J 105 - Robert Brann, GBCA, Radiance; J 24 - Bob Harden, Austin YC, Mr. Happy; J 22 Rob Johnston, Rush Creek YC, Dieselsnack.

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What's in your mug? Reader submission by Amy Weaver there was Scott, at the bar, having a mug…safe, home from Iraq.

The other day my mug went missing, and it was gone for a few days. During that time, I got to thinking, people don't really understand about the Boondoggles mugs. Outsiders see us drinking from our mugs and odds are, they think we're just a bunch of drunks. There may be some truth to that, for any given mug on any given day but, the real story lies so much deeper than a pint of beer. When I thought my mug had been stolen, I was crushed, I didn't understand how someone could take something that holds so much meaning for me. That’s when I realized, perhaps people don't really understand what's in the mug.

Mug 257 holds the nights after hurricane IKE, when we couldn't stay in our condos at the Landing because they'd been structurally damaged, and we all sat around at Boons commiserating with one another about how we'd lost a piece of paradise to that damn hurricane.

What's in Mug 257? What goes into mug 257 starts with the memory of Scott, the night before he left for Iraq, when I asked him if I could use his mug while he was gone and rather than saying yes, he bought me my own, that very night, mug 257. And then he left, for the war in Iraq.

Mug 257 holds the memory of the day I lost my job after 10 years in aerospace and a damn good run with USA, because the shuttle was being retired and the industry was collapsing. Mug 257 holds me learning to throw darts, getting good at darts, spending entirely too much time throwing darts, easing up on the darts, easing up on the drinking, easing up on the mug.

Scott had introduced me to Sparky, who had introduced me to Kevin, who had introduced me to Justin. Justin was a veteran who had served honorably in our military and suffered a stroke. Justin's speech was a little off and sometimes he didn't really make sense, but his conversations with me were always heartfelt and sincere. He used to sit at the end of the bar and any time I'd come in and see him, he gave me a great big hug and a smile. Justin passed away not too long ago. I think of him every time I hold my mug in my hand.

Mug 257 holds the celebration when I got a new, even better job, almost on the heels of losing the old!

Mug 257 holds the memory of my birthday A benefit for Melvin Green will be party with coworkers and friends sharing in the celeat 18th St. Fishing Pier (101 18th bration, sitting at the long Street, San Leon) on Saturday, Nov. tables, discussing the 12 from noon to 6PM to help offset volatility of our work in medical costs associated with his bataerospace and what was tle with cancer. $8 BBQ sandwich happening with the retireplates with all the fixin’s. Live Music! ment of the space shuttle. Live & Silent Auctions. (In 2010, Melvin was involved in a serious moMug 257 holds the torcycle accident. Just as his recovmany times I brought my ery began he was diagnosed with computer up to BoondogHodgkin's Lymphoma. With the pos- gles to check my email to sibility of Stem Cell Therapy, they are see if Scott had sent a note to let us know what was faced with even more medical bills happening in Iraq. which are climbing into thousands of dollars. For more information, Mug 257 holds the aftercontact Rebecca 281-352-3253 or noon I came in with a beccab6@comcast.net. friend to have a beer and

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Mug 257 holds sitting at the new outdoor bar one evening, feeling very sorry for myself because my last relationship had failed, working on my computer, and having a very handsome engineer spark up a conversation with me (because he wanted to know what was in my mug). Mug 257 holds watching the Astros win…watching the Astros lose. Mug 257 holds sitting out on the porch with my dogs, eating a pizza, thinking about starting my own business, having new people introduce themselves to me because of my dogs…people who would be influential in the growth of my new business. Mug 257 holds me volunteering to take a layoff so someone else could keep their job because I wanted to start my own business and I felt the possibilities were there. Mug 257 holds many meals with friends where we raised our mugs and consoled one another about life's crazy circumstances…lost homes, lost loves, lost friends, lost lives, new jobs, new homes, new husbands and wives. So what exactly is in Mug 257? Tonight, mug 257 holds my goodbye to friends that I've come to know over the years here. I’m hanging it up here and moving to Colorado. I'm going to miss them all very much. But, life moves on and it is time for me to venture forth. What's in your mug?

MEET & GREET AT MEDITERRANEO Mediterraneo Cafe (18033 Upper Bay Road, Nassau Bay) owners Magdy and Sonya Kotb invite the community to a reception on Monday, October 17 at 5:30 p.m. to welcoming home Miral Kotb (creator and choreographer of Team iLuminate, seen on America’s Got Talent). Miral would love to thank the community for their support during the show.

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Texas Hippie Connection:

“WHERE DREAMS COME TRUE” By Adam Donaghey As I walked into the Texas Hippie Connection (THC) to meet the shop’s owner, Chris "Turtle" Dickey, I was immediately entranced with the psychedelic vibe — tie-dyed shirts, vibrant colors, great music and a Macaw parrot named Zsa Zsu. Turtle, decked out in dreadlocks and a welcoming smile on his face, was getting a call on the “lava line” — a phone that looks like a lava lamp. “Texas Hippie Connection,” he answered. “The place where dreams come true.” The vibe at THC is completely different than any lounge or shop I’ve ever seen. It’s more about hanging out then moving merchandise. Turtle’s almost always there, and he’s friendly with everyone. He’s also open much later than the typical shop — until 2 a.m. on the weekends. Encouraging his patrons to just come out and hang has enabled him to co-mingle several businesses — his smoke shop downstairs, his glass gallery upstairs, his hookah lounge on the palapa patio, and brand new to the list will be beer and wine, coming by the end of the year. In his shop, customers can purchase hippie-themed clothing, functional art, scented candles, tobacco products such as water and hand pipes, bowls, grinders and rolling papers, and herbal incense. Upstairs in the glass gallery, customers can purchase custom pipes from artists from all over the country. Turtle’s collection makes THC the largest glass shop in the State of Texas. Artists on display include Zach P, Darby, Slinger, Midas, Beanz, Cowboy and Austin-based Salt, who recently visited the shop in September bringing with him some brand new, custom designs. The variety of glass is truly amazing; celebrating the Gulf Coast, some of the pipes look more like sea creatures than pipes, and one pipe actually has the Houston skyline on it. For more traditional pipes, THC also has a huge Helix collection.

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Turtle’s recent addition of a large palapa covering his patio has created an intimate vibe for hookah smokers, perfect for the cooler weather. Patrons can sit on couches and listen to killer tunes and smoke premium tobacco with friends for an extremely low price of $6 a bowl. Musicians such as Mama Tried, Shark Attack, Mystic Roots and Ashes of Babylon come out from time to time and perform live music. By the end of the year, customers will also be able to purchase beer and wine, making THC a true hookah bar. What really makes THC stand out, however, is the support Turtle has had from the community and the City of Seabrook. Driving down NASA Road 1, it’s hard to miss Kunu, Seabrook’s most colorful addition to the Pelican Path Project. Red-eyed Kunu dons a tie-dyed shirt covered in cannabis leaves, a pair of John Lennon shades and a dread tam. The pelican was created by local artist, Eric Klusendorf, and stands outside greeting guests as they enter THC. At the Texas Hippie Connection, patrons lounge around and relish the experience. Ultimately, Turtle’s goal has always been centered around the customer experience. “I wanted to change the experience of buying products,” said Turtle. “[THC has] a better selection; with cool people who hang out and come here for the artists — the environment.” Come hang out with Turtle, Kunu, Zsa Zsu and the rest of the gang daily, from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday; and from noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday. The Texas Hippie Connection is located at 2234 East Nasa Road 1 in Seabrook. Dial Turtle on the Lava Line at 281-957-9213 and find THC on Facebook. Peace, love and may all your dreams come true.

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trip to the Bahamas and cash prize. Live entertainment all night.

Union Tavern: Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 29. UFC 137, plus DJ Lucky.

Scout Bar: Halloween Party on Monday, Oct. 31 with Erase the Virus, Born from Ruins and Ten Ton Hammer.

Cock-eyed Seagull: (First) Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, Oct. 15. Prizes to be won. Last Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, Oct. 29. Win Prizes.

Sherlock’s: Halloween Costume Contest on Saturday, Oct. 29 with cash prizes and live music by Adrenaline.

Zone 504: Halloween Bash on Sat., Oct. 29. Contest with cash prizes and live music by After Party. Cullen’s Live: Second Annual Saints and Sinners Ball Saturday, Oct. 2. Cover: $5 cover for those in costume; $10 for those not in costume; Live entertainment with Blue Finger Disco and “DJ Ghost with the Most;” $1,500 in cash prizes for Best Sinner and Best Saint costume. Alan’s Swamp Shack: Halloween Party 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Sat., Oct. 29. Cash Prizes. Big Ben: “The Pumpkin Patch” Sat., Oct. 29 Costume Contest. Winner gets a

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Allegria: Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, Oct. 29 with prizes.

Jackie B's: Halloween Costume Party Saturday, Oct. 29 at 9 p.m. with live music from Southbound.

Katie’s: Halloween Costume Party on Saturday, Oct. 29. Contest with cash prizes and with live music by Pink Floyd Revisited.

The Palapa Bar: Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 29 with live music by Cisco & Friends.

Boardwalk FantaSea: Captain’s Costume & Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise on Friday, Oct. 14 at 8 p.m. • Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m. • Sunday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. • Murder Mystery On the Water! Join the crew of the Boardwalk FantaSea for a 2.5hour dinner cruise, where the audience comes alive, taking on character rolls to act out an outrageous comedy. Of course, not all the audience comes alive... Someone will be murdered! Take on a role or just laugh along as they solve the crime. $79.95 per person. For tickets go to ww.boardwalkfantasea.com or call 281538-9600.

146 Roadhouse: Halloween Party on Saturday, Oct. 29 with live music by Tantrum. $2 jello shots, $3 fireballs and $2 tube shots. 18th Street Pier: Halloween Bash Saturday, Oct. 29 at 9pm. Drink specials and costume contest. Dempsey’s: Boo-T-Licious Halloween Party at 8 pm on Saturday, Oct. 29. Live music by Pirate Radio and Five-O plus haunted house and costume contest.

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When: October 29th, 2011

The Rock Houston TV Program will be hosting it’s 1st annual “Punkstar Fight for Sight” benefit concert on October 29th, 2011. A benefit show for children diagnosed with Cone Rod Dystrophy. The “Punkstar's Fight for Sight” benefit show will help raise awareness as well as raise money for the foundation fighting blindness, in hopes that their efforts will help find a cure for Cone Rod Dystrophy. The benefit concert will go on at 2 A Days Sports Bar, 10555 Pearland Pkwy, Houston.

Where: At 2 A Days Sports Bar, 10555 Pearland Pkwy, Houston Why: To raise awareness and raise money for those suffering from Cone Rod Dystrophy

People of all ages are encouraged to attend. Attendees will enjoy live local music, food, beverages, and entertainment at a spacious venue as well as interact with band members and the Rock Houston team. Attendees may also have the opportunity to appear in a clip on the Rock Houston Program…Do not miss this!! For more information call Chris Calderas 281-954-1049 / or email chriscalderas@punkstarindustries.com. Loose Notes: Continued from Page 52: OPEN FOR BUSINESS: What in the world? We Googled up the Cock-Eyed Seagull the other day and surprised to see that The Houston Press reported the place as closed. Rest assured and according to owner Mark Fryslie, the Seagull is doing fine and in fact, wrapping up a record summer. Heads up! They’re about to reopen their grill. Cool... Last month, we caught Inside Out rocking out the Seagull stage. These cats also play at Cabo, so if you’re out and about, and they’re on stage, check them out, and show them a little love. They’re good! Speaking of good... OVER THE TOP: Was the fun and generosity at the Bay Area Turning Point’s 20th Anniversary Celebration. This event, held at the League City’s Big League Dreams sports complex, checked off as a full house and the Mambo Jazz Kings were on stage. We first covered the Mambo Jazz Kings at a benefit fundraiser, so it was

no surprise seeing them there. They’ll be at Jackie’s Brickhouse this month, and we can tell you already, this will be a fun show. Al Saylor pulled off one of the best live auctions I’ve witnessed in years raising money from the widest range of supporters I’ve ever seen. I got the opportunity to chat with BATP’s founder and heard accounts about the initial years and how the community expressed BATP was not needed in the area – And hold no doubt, the early-day founders didn't listen. Cheers, and all our best to BATP!

House of Horrors: Continued From Page 51 The aroma of the palapa materials next door fill the air and like some sort of smell-o-vision gimmick take your senses immediately to the other, darker world. The indoor portion of the spook house consists of over a dozen spine-chilling vignettes ranging from simply creepy to absolutely horrifying. In addition, there is plenty of gory gruesomeness to appease any splatter film fan. A macabre maze outdoors with surprises around every corner ends the tour. The wooded trail is often disorienting and definitely disturbing. Once again, the smell of cedar puts you right in the heart of horror where you will lose yourself in wicked amusement. An entire block of terror, the House of Horrors is sure to satisfy your desire for fright-filled fun. Plenty of FREE parking and $15 ticket prices are the only things that won’t scare you! If you enjoy VIP treatment, take advantage of $30 VIP tickets which includes closer parking, a golf cart ride to the VIP tent and a private entrance to avoid waiting in line. The House of Horrors is located at 3011 Hwy. 146 next door to the Gulf Coast Palapas showroom. Field parking is available off Jasper Street (across from the haunted house). Open now through October 31, from dark until way past the witching-hour. For more details, call 832-795-4473.

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$500 for Best Couple!.

Bakkhus Taverna: 4th Annual Halloween Bash: Sunday, Oct. 30 (9 p.m. to 2 a.m.); All costumes welcome. Costume Contest at midnight's full moon; $150 cash to best costume; liquor promos, swag, freebies, shot block, live dj and dance floor.

Cabo: $500 Costume Contest on Saturday, Oct. 29; Also, Beach Bar downstairs on Oct. 28, 29 and 30, creep through their Haunted House. Special appearance from the Grim Reaper himself!! Big Richard on stage and DJ Ryhmez, Villa and Nonstopp at the Beach Bar! T-Bone Tom’s: Monday, Oct. 31: Halloween Costume Contest starts at 9 p.m. Adults and kids welcome; $300 in prizes.

Pier 27 Tavern: 3rd Annual Pirates Ball on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9pm to 2am; Halloween Contest for DestDressed, Couple, Scariest and Most Original. The Hop will have a Sexy Lady in Red contest with $500 in cash and prizes on Fri. Oct. 21. Their 23rd annual Halloween party will be on Sat. Oct. 29 with door prizes, give-aways, spooky drink specials and a costume contest with $1000 in cash and prizes. Doors open at 5pm. Call 281338-4671 for more details. Signature Bistro: Enjoy a night of dancing and fun at the Bistro Monster Mash Saturday, Oct. 29 from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. with DJ David Schwope. Costume contest and prizes; shot specials and jello shots! - Continued on Page 48

House of Horrors satisfies your desire for fright-filled fun By Kelley Dawson THEY’RE HEEEERE! Literally: poltergeists, ghouls and a cast of freakishly familiar characters ready to taunt your love of the unknown and make you almost jump right out of your skin. The new House of Horrors conveniently located off Highway 146 a couple of miles south of the Kemah bridge is the brainchild of Gulf

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the area. You can tell by watching the folks enjoying the show. Speaking of packing an able crew, we hung out with the Ezra Charles bunch at T-Bone Tom’s. His CD table was looking a bit low so if you’re short an album, better hurry and complete you collection. Our road trips are incomplete without Ezra in our player. Add him to yours!

Ezra Charles @ T-bone Tom’s

OUR BEST KEPT SECRET: Is upon us... Autumn is here and ’tis time to head outdoors. We checked up on two of The SCENE’s larger patios, T-Bone Tom’s & Jackie’s Brickhouse finding SCENE readers galore. Both places were at perfect capacity ranging from couples, families and humungous Class Reunions. Was there any doubt? Oh yeah, the music... We caught Randy Marshall at Jackie’s Brickhouse for the Randy Marshall @ first time and enJackie’s joyed with everyBrickhouse body an evening of two stepping country wing – A good addition to the beat. Also at Jackie’s, we got to check out Madigan’s new man on bass, Adrian Washburn. We will follow up with Adrian to see if he’s of the Washburn guitar family, but can attest he’s the man for the job. While at it, we’ll have to check into Madigan @ Dave Madigan’s efJackie’s fects string, because Brickhouse I swear he sounds more EVH than EVH himself. Seriously... Can’t say enough about the Madigan team (and all the bands that do likewise) for packing one of the finest sound and lighting crews in

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BRAND NEW DAY: Is a new song by Sheila Marshall, and who can’t use one? We’ve followed Sheila a couple years on The SCENE, and this time around, she blew us away sporting her new Sheila Marshall @ T-bone Tom’s look, her new band, her new gutsy bluesy sound, and packing the TBone Tom’s dance floor in nothing flat. What’s there more to like? How about having a Brand New Day. Catch Sheila at a show near you and score yourself one! WINGS OVER HOUSTON: Is around the corner, and we got to hop a ride with Lifetime Achievement in Aviation Award winners Tora, Tora, Tora’s Patrick Hutchins and the Lloyd P. Nolen. Patrick is an eight-year pilot with the group and flies with father, Charles who has been with the squadron for more than 35 years and owns a machine shop in La Marque since 1956. Word is this year’s air show has over 50 percent new content making this annual event something to look forward to. We will be there!

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................Grape Stomp Oct. 29 ......Octobayfest Dinner Oct. 22

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709 HARRIS • KEMAH • 281-334-8300

HAPPY HOUR $1.75 DOMESTICS MON-FRI 12-8 PM

281-335-5400

1010B E. NASA Parkway @ Egret Bay Blvd. SAT, OCTOBER 15 Halloween Costume Party! Prizes to be won! SAT, OCTOBER 29 Last Halloween Costume Party! Win Prizes!

COMING IN OCT: Rene & Aaron’s Grill!

$10 BUCKETS: MON, WED, SUN FRI....OCT 7 ....THE PRIME TIME BAND SAT ..OCT 8 ................THE CLASSIX FRI....OCT 14 ..................MAGAZINE SAT ..OCT 15..................GRIZZLY w/ SPASTIC FIT & THE AM PROWLERS FRI....OCT 21 ..................ZACH TATE SAT ..OCT 22................HOURGLASS FRI....OCT 28 ............WISKEY TANGO SAT ..OCT 29 ....THE LAST CIGARETTE FRI....NOV 4 ................THE CLASSIX SAT ..NOV 5 ........MICHAEL STEVENS

MON. Original band night w/ Rick TUES: $1.50 Wells All Day & All Night WED & SUN: KARAOKE BRIGADE THURS: Open Mic Night (musicians get happy hour pricing)

+ FREE Bowling w/Christina FRI: $3.50 Crowns with Christina SUNDAYS: Amanda’s famous Bloody Marys

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SMOKING ALLOWED

LIVE MUSIC

6 Plasma & Big Screen TVs

TUES 7-11PM

All Sports!

Tom Ashbridge

FRI 9PM-1AM SAT 9PM-1AM

1st or 2nd Tue of the month

Phil Johnson Every Saturday

HAPPY HOUR: DAILY 11AM-7PM

$3 Screwdrivers & Bloody Marys; $3.25 Well Drinks ($3 Wed.); $2.50 Domestic Beer; Wed Only: $1 Jello Shots Wed: Happy Hour All Day + Free Jukebox -11pm

KITCHEN HOURS: Lunch: 11am-2pm, M-F Dinner: 6-10pm M-F (except Wed)

• Breakfast Served All Day Every Day! • Homemade Lunch Specials • $7.95 Daily 11am-2pm • WED LUNCH: 5-oz. Filet w/Baked Potato - $8 • Fresh Jumbo Fried Shrimp • Fresh Oysters (Thursdays & Fridays) • The Best Rib-Eyes in Town Served Anytime!

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LOOSE NOTES: Continued from Page 57 A SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER: Was on the agenda as Punk Star Industries and Big Ben Tavern teamed up with 14 bands and an afternoon complete with two stages, PPV UFC, Highway Horrors Car show, plenty of parking, plenty of good food and spirits plus a cool front to boot. The Roadhouse 146 was the first spot on the SCENE to have the Highway Horrors (Thanks, Michelle!) and these folks are a hoot! We can burn up our monthly word count on just these 14 bands so we'll make quick mention. We started with Six Gun Sound (and resonated with their song “We Know Where We Come From”), The AM Prowlers (a young Alvin band reinventing their grandparents

vinyl collection from the 50's--A “good” thing...), Pub Affair (young musically talented industrial glam rock band comes to mind), The Last Hour (not often heard but great sounding group to keep an eye out for). Fresa and A Good Job Underground (Sorry guys, I’m sure you were great but had to dash off-site to pick up a friend and missed you), I.D.R. and Erase The Virus, South and Melovine (the Astros needed middle-inning pitchers as strong as these guys), and Dykes on Bykes (my nominees for Entourage of the Year and Outrageous Show of the Year). Dev Electric and From Guts To Glory closed out the 10hour music marathon in fine form leaving Clear Lake alternative rock lovers their September to Remember. Nice job! Cheers! - Continued on Page 53

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WE SELL BAIT!

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14-9PM MICRO WRESTLING FEDERATION

$15 PRESALE TICKETS • $20 AT THE DOOR

JOIN US ON

MON: Call for details regarding our Monday special TUES: Steak Night: 16oz Rib-eye w/baked potato $7 THURS: 1-lb Jumbo Shrimp any way U want it! $5 FRI: Karaoke by Isis SAT & SUN: $2 Bloody Marys & Screw Drivers

9PM, SAT, OCT. 29 FOR OUR HALLOWEEN BASH DRINK SPECIALS & COSTUME CONTEST

Noon to 6pm

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LOOSE NOTES: Continued from Page 61

quality spirits and music. Think of how many groups you recall booked there three consecutive nights? Yup, not too many. Rat Ranch has, you were there and so were we. Good choice, folks. We had a great evening!

My apologies for this mistake and our gratitude for the out-ofbody culinary experience. Folks, if you’re at a benefit, and hear that Mr. Gates is in on the brisket, GO FOR IT!!! HOW DO THEY KEEP DOING IT?: At Dempsey’s that is. Practically every time we drop in, John Delesandri and the gang have got something totally different going on. Last month, Delesandri was having his 38th birthday celebration with Beastie Boy’s tribute band, Rhymin & Stealin on stage. Once again, another super fun night with a super crowd – Cheers to John D. and to another 38 years!

THREE YEARS AGO: When I first covered the live music SCENE, we spotted a young local band at Scout Bar nothing short of a handful to snap on stage – high energy they were. We caught up with From Guts To Glory at their CD release show last month at the Houston House of Blues along with 600+ area fans and local opening acts in-

Rhymin & Stealin @ Dempsey’s

From Guts To Glory @ House of Blues

PIRATE METAL: Is what it’s called, and it’s killer! Several of you readers have commented favorably on our recent Celtic Alestorm @ Scout Bar

Rock coverage – The Blaggards and The Dead Rabbits (at Union Tavern and at Dempsey’s) to be exact. Twirl up the wit and frenzy dial a couple spins and you have what is called Pirate Metal. This month, Alestorm (all the way from Scotland) came to the Scout Bar and showed us how it’s done, which is waaaaaay beyond nitty, witty and gritty and well into the zone which music lovers calls Rat Ranch @ Sherlock’s “fun,” and “fun” is good... Cheers!!! THREE’PEAT: Okay, we’ve all been to Sherlock’s over the years, and we know they’re always good for an evening of

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cluding Beacons Ablaze (a fun loving young high-energy band you need to watch for), Rainchild, I.D.R., and The Last Place You Look (who, this year, got to open at the 94.5FM Buzzfest). Chatting with Jeremy, “Putting together this album was lots of fun, and we really learned a lot with our first rate producers (at I-10 Records) and A.D. at The Buzz. We’ve improved a lot,” which means, folks, hang on! Find their new album, "From Guts to Glory" on iTunes and more on www.fromgutstoglory.net. - Cont. on Page 55

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SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE Where: 707 Hwy. 146 (Kemah) When: Mon. thru Fri. 5 - 7 pm What: $1.50 Dom Draft, $2.50 Dom. Bottle (Excluding Holidays).

U-Call-Its (Excludes Premiums)

When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pm What: $1.25 Margaritas ($.99 Margaritas All Day Sat.) ($.99 Draft Beer Every Day)

------------------Where: 3202 Marina Bay Dr. When: M-F: 3pm -7pm What: $2 16oz Dom Drafts, $2 Dom. Bottles, $2 Wells, $3 House Wine

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Cock-Eyed SEAGULL Where: 1010 B NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Fri 2-8 pm What: $1.50 Dom Drafts, $4.50 Dom. Pitchers, $1.75 Dom. Bottles; $2.75 Well Drinks

------------------Where: 2416 Bay Area Blvd. When: M - Sat Open - 9pm; All day Sunday What: $2 Dom drafts, $2.25 select drafts, $2.50 house wine, $2.50-2.75 select calls, $3 super calls, $7 Dom. pitchers, $8 select import pitchers

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Where: 315 Grand Ave. When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pm What: $2 Dom Draft, $2 Dom Longnecks, $2.75 Wells. (On Mon. & Wed.: $2 Ritas; On Sun.: $2 Well Vodka Drinks (noon to 7pm)

------------------Mexican Restaurant Where: 2110 Bay Area Blvd.

Where: 605 A 6th Street When: M - Fri., 11am to 7pm What: $2 Dom Pints, $3 Wells, $4 Wine by glass, $4 Ouzo shots

Where: 650 FM 517 W, Dickinson When: MonFri: 3pm - 6pm What: $4.99 appetizers; $2.99 house wine & premium draft pints; $1.99 Bud Light & Miller Lite Drafts

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($3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Sunday)

------------------Where: 1804 W. FM 646 JAPANESE SAKE BAR When/What: Tues & Wed is $1 Hot Sake starting at 5pm. Thursday is Ladies Night with $1 Lady Cosmos on the Rocks.

Where: 15210 Highway 3, Ste 105 When: 4 to 7pm What: $3 wells; $3 M.Lite, Bud Lite; $5 Cosmo $5 House Red or White Wine

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Where: 2555 Bay Area Blvd. When: M-F, 4 to 6:30pm What: House Martini $5, Dom Beer $2.75, Shiner Bock $3.25; House Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, White Zinfandel $4; Well Cocktails $4

Skippers

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Where 1026 FM 2094 (in Clear Lake Shores) When: All Day, Every Day What: $2.75 Domestics, $3.50 Imports

Where: 2513 NASA Parkway When: Mon-Thurs 4 to 7pm; Friday AWOL Happy Hour 4-9pm (Live Music) What: Happy Hour pricing $1 off everything in the house.

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-------------------Where: 504 Kipp Ave. (Kemah) What/When: Mon. Karaoke, $2 Dom & $3 Import Bottles. Tues.: Tues. Dart Tourneys: $3 Wells & Shot Specials. Wed. Be Your Own DJ: $2 Dom & $3 Import Pints. Thurs. NEW! Live Music Acoustic Sets: 3

Where: 3612 W. Main Street What: 75Â˘ dom drafts; $1.50 dom bottles; $2 wells; $3 premiums; $4 super premiums + free jukebox!

Where 800 Bradford (in Kemah) When: 5 - 7pm Monday - Friday What: $2 Margaritas, $2.25 Dom. Beer, $2.75 Import Beer, $3.25 Wells, $3 Wine. Sunday: $8 Bottomless Mimosas, $9 Bottomless Bloody Marys

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Where: 435 El Dorado Blvd # A When: 2-8pm daily. What: FREE Billiards, Steel Tip Darts and Great Specials SCENELIVE.NET Quick React Code >>

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SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE

Featured Bartender SAM AT KATIE’S IN BACLIFF

Mimosas 8am to 4pm Sat. & all day Sunday.

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By Rhonda Meredith

Where: 11500 Space Center Blvd. (Houston) When: Tues-Sun 11am to 7pm Thursday 11am to 11pm What: ALL DRINKS 1/2 price in the bar & Grille

-------------------Where: 4449 NASA Road 1 When: M- F 11 am - 7pm, & all day Sat. What: $2.99 House Margaritas

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Where: 20760 Gulf Frwy When: M-F 2-6pm What: $3 Wells, Ritas & Bloody Marys. $2 Tues (all domestic & import beer); Wino-Weds (all glasses of wine are $3);

-------------------Where: 1051 Marina Bay Drive When: MonThur 11am7pm; Fri 11-9pm & Sat-Sun 11am-6pm What: $2 Domestic Pints, $3 Import Pints, $3 Wells

How many years of bartending experience? The Dickinson High School graduate says “Three-and-a-half years.”

-------------------Where: 515 E. NASA Rd. 1 When: Mon-Wed 11-10pm; Thurs-Sat 11-7pm What: $3.95 Ritas, $1.75 Domestic Draft

-------------------Where: 1232 W. FM 646 When: M-F 2 to 7pm & all Sun. What: Too much to list!

Best part about working at Katie’s? “The customers! It’s like family here.” (That's John in the photo with Sam!)

Where: 17926 Hwy. 3, Ste. 101 When: Tues-Fri 5-8pm What: Dom. Beer $1.49, Import $1.99, Spirit, $3.95, Signature Cocktails $5.95

Most requested drink? “Starf***ers!” (Can we PRINT that? I had to ask WHAT is in that drink.) “It’s Crown, watermelon liqueur, Malibu Rum and Red Bull.”

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-------------------Where: 4438 Boulevard When: M-F 9am - 5pm What: $1.25 Draft Beer, $2 Wells. Plus $2 Bloody Marys, Screwdrivers &

Where: 901 NASA Rd. 1 When: 11am to 7pm Daily What: $3 Screwdrivers & Bloody Marys; $3.25 Well Drinks ($3 Wed.); $2.50 Domestic Beer; Wed Only: $1 Jello Shots. Wed: Happy Hour All Day + Free Jukebox till 11pm

What do you do when not working? “I am in school studying nursing at College of The Mainland.” So needles and blood do not creep Sam out. What does? “Vomit.” (I love Sam’s directness. By the way, cockroaches do not – unless they touch her.)

All information in this guide is believed to be accurate as of press time.

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Rather than watch sports or reality TV, Sam enjoys her spare time by: Roller skating, reading, or spending time with friends. Action, comedy, or romantic movies? “The last movie I saw was XMEN 3 – it was pretty good.” The self-professed romantic at heart prefers action movies above any other. Music. Music. Music? She listens to mostly pop music, but does like a variety. Nickelback was her favorite concert. In conclusion: Sam (short for Samara) wants to earn her BSN and work for UTMB. Hearts are breaking all over Bacliff because she is taken. P.S. English was her favorite subject in high school. Go to Katie’s and tell Sam you saw her in The SCENE! She’s a doll!

OCTOBER 2011

NEW DECK!!! DECK PARTIES & Food!!

SAT OCT 29

Live Music Every Saturday Night!

HALLOWEEN BASH LIVE MUSIC: AFTER

PARTY

Contest with cash prizes!

10/8......................................L.C. Roots 10/15 ............................Randy Meadows

(Country Classics) “Randy’s B-day bash”

UPCOMING ENTERTAINMENT

10/22 ..................................Southbound

Fri ......Oct 7 ..........................Less Than Serious

10/29 ................Halloween Costume Party with Southbound

“Jimmy Buffett sound”

& James’ B-Day Bash

Sat ....Oct 8 ..............................Wyskey Tango

11/5: L.C. Roots 11/12: Southbound

12/3: Southbound 12/10: L.C. Roots

Wed & Fri: Karaoke with Shawna Cole at 9pm

Fri ......Oct 14 ..................................DJ Adrian Sat ....Oct 15 ..............................Infinity’s Twin Fri ......Oct 21 ................................Mama Tried Sat ....Oct 22 ............................Trip to Cascity Fri ......Oct 28 ..................................DJ Adrian Sat ....Oct 29 ..................................After Party

HALLOWEEN BASH

Fri ......Nov 4 ....................................DJ Adrian Sat ....Nov 5 ......................................Peroxide

MONDAY

MAMA CASS KARAOKE; $2 Dom & $3 Import Bottles

TUESDAY

DART TOURNEYS; 3 Wells & Shot Specials

WEDNESDAY

BE YOUR OWN DJ; $ 2 Dom & $3 Import Pints

THURSDAY

Acoustic sets from The Bee Room: The Crew Threadbelly & Cassette Tape. + $3 U-Call-Its (Excludes Premiums)

Monday..........................All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp Tuesday .............All-You-Can-Eat Shrimp + Catfish Wednesday..................................Kids Eat Free $10 Steak Night, 6-9pm

Drink of the Month:

SUNDAY

$2 Pints & $2 Bloody Marys

ABSOLUT DEW

8oz rib-eye, fries, salad or loaded baked potato for 99¢

Thursday ...........Fire Grilled Oysters with Toppings

Three Palms Grill

Drink Specials Every Night

Delicious Caribbean Menu Available Late Every Night!

SUDIE’S MENU IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE

on the patio 6-9pm

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Abel @ Amadeus

Rat Ranch @ Sherlock’s

Loose Notes by Andy Eng Watching the news, the summer doldrums seems to be hitting all around the country and all around the world. Thank goodness we’ve got our live music out on the SCENE! Our schedule was light this month and each stop notable. Let’s roll... COZY HANGOUTS: We’ve several open mics on the SCENE, and this month, I want to mention the ones at Signature Bistro and Amadeus. These class venues offer sane refuge for those wanting to decompress while enjoying fine dining and conversation with friends. David Schwope features a Tuesday night Acoustic Showcase at Signature Bistro. Favoring acoustic instruments, amplification isn’t really needed at this cozy Seabrook nook and usually by the end of the evenings, patron sing-a-longs are the norm. Not exactly the kinds you have at classic Irish Pubs, but in a Texas Gulf Coast flavor with Buffett, Clapton, the Eagles (you get the slant) and every bit as fun. The evening we stopped in, Rick Valente was in the house. It’s been over a year since I’ve caught Rick and was delighted catching some of his new creations. May I recommend David’s Acoustic Showcase and Signature Bistro? SO IT’S A MONDAY: You’re a millionaire and just watched on the tube that they want to raise your taxes... Or not, it doesn’t matter because it’s a great time to do what other smart Clear Lake SCENE folks do, and head to IDR @ Big Ben's Tavern’s ‘September to Remember’ Amadeus for Monday Night Football, cool cocktails, fun conversation with friends and a close dance or three. Abel Salazar hosts this weekly Open Mic taken things up three clicks, not only with guest musicians (we caught Bob fresh from his recent tour of New York City) but also playing along for you singers without the TelePrompter. Pretty cool, eh? Got that old number you’re itching to belt out? Check with Abel at Amadeus on Monday nights –It’s likely in his repertoire.

Madigan @ Jackie's Brickhouse

FOLLOW UP & ERRATA: We spotted Tommy Dardar at Katie’s this month and followed up with how he’s doing. “Fine Thanks!,” he says, “...was able Tommy Dardar @ Katie’s to use the money from the last benefit to square things away and ready to move on to what’s next.” Nice! While hanging out and enjoying the set, I found out I goofed last issue -- Word is it was KEVIN GATES, who seasoned up that out-of-this-world melt-in-your-mouth brisket. - Continued on Page 57

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Featured Music Venue:

Rock and Talk at 146 Roadhouse By Rhonda Meredith

146 Roadhouse has ample parking. In fact, they proclaim, “We are Motorsports, Classic Car and Biker Friendly!” Maybe that explains why the parking area carries on with the theme inside the venue. It’s fun to walk up and down the decorated fence and enjoy the effort put in for that extra something!

146 Roadhouse is a fun place, hands-down. The decor has a casual, festive feel with automobile-related collectibles placed everywhere! Each Friday and Saturday night, as well as Sunday late afternoon/evening, the venue has live music from some of the area’s coolest bands. Even Thursday nights are covered when DJ Trey spins the tunes! On this particular night at 146 Roadhouse, “Cloud Nine” – an alternative and classic rock band – was in total control of the large corner stage. The personal interaction between the band members and the crowd was the same from the front tables all the way to the bar as singer Ronnie Fillius milled about. Both inside and outside, the band’s performance could be heard all over the venue… That’s just another benefit at 146 Roadhouse. The main room is spacious, but yet feels very personal. Every seat is a good one. Plus, there is plenty of room to get up and dance.

Anyhow, 146 Roadhouse is a great place to stop in and unwind. Did I mention there is FREE WIFI also? Their kitchen will be opening soon, too! 146 Roadhouse is located at 3435 Highway 146 in Bacliff. For more information, call 832-864-3788 or visit their website www.146roadhouse.com or find them on Facebook!

Donnie Fillius the guitarist from Cloud Nine chimed in to say, “146 Roadhouse is the place for good friends to rock and talk!” That’s true! There are plenty of other things to do if dancing isn’t your thing. Listening to the music at 146 Roadhouse can also be done seated at the 4,000 square foot bar area that is well stocked. There is also a choice of pool tables, a foosball table, and a myriad of games like Golden Tee, Big Buck Safari, boxing, and Putt Putt. Sitting at the outdoor deck feels incredible when the Texas weather isn’t fickle. When the breeze starts after the sun goes down, it is totally therapeutic.

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FIDELITY MAXX: Continued from Page 64

Jam Session w/ The Amigos 8pm-12am, musicians welcome, $2 Vodka Well Drinks (12-7pm) Mon: Acoustic Jam w/Lynn & Cisco Tues: Chad Ware Band Seven days Thurs: Benny Brasket Band

Sun:

Fidelity Maxx’s “staple song,” however, is “Come Together” by the Beatles. “We have our own arrangement. We've had people come to the club just to hear us play that song,” Knight said. Fans have gotten to know Fidelity Maxx and definitely appreciate how down-to-Earth these performers are with them and as a band itself. Thomas Shorts Jr. has been a long time supporter of Fidelity Maxx and added, “I believe these guys put their heart and soul into their music, and it’s always a pleasure to watch them perform.” Knight meant it when he said, “We've seen each other’s children become adults. We've been through good times and bad times. We have laughed and cried together. I always tell everyone we’re more than just a band; we’re family.” It never fails, before the end of the night, or as the venue closes, you will hear someone ask with intensity as they HAVE TO know, “What was the name of that band again???” Yeah, Fidelity Maxx is that good. If you haven’t already done so, or it’s been a while, time to check them out and enjoy the music! For more information, visit Fidelity Maxx on Facebook or at www.fidelitymaxx.com.

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LIVE MUSIC week

a FRI 10/7......SNIT’S DOG & PONY SHOW SAT 10/8 ............................JJ DYNOMITE WED 10/12........................JAMES REESE FRI 10/14..............BRAD ABSHER BAND SAT 10/15 ......LUTHER & THE HEALERS Mon-Fri 11-7 WED 10/19 ....................GROOVE KINGS $2.75 Wells FRI 10/21 ..................THE REVELATORS SAT 10/22 ................TONY VEGA BAND $2 Dom. WED 10/26 ......................SLIDE EFFECT Longnecks FRI 10/28 ....................TOMMY DARDAR SAT 10/29 ......*PINK FLOYD REVISTED $1.50 Dom. Draft WED 11/2 ..............THE GROOVE KINGS FRI 11/4 ............GERRY MOUTON BAND Mon. $2 Kamakazee SAT 11/5 ..............PAUL RAMIREZ BAND Tues & Wed $2.50 Rita WED 11/9 ..............JAMES REESE BAND Sun. $2 Well Vodka FRI 11/11..............BRAD ABSHER BAND SAT 11/12................................FUNKSION Drinks (12 to 7pm)

HAPPY HOUR

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Featured Band

FIDELITY MAXX By Rhonda Meredith Chances are if you have been around the Bay Area for any length of time, you have come across a dynamic band with a funky sound called Fidelity Maxx.

Red Jumpsuit Apparatus

“Fidelity Maxx has been performing out on the lake for about 14 years. Some say we're "icons" – more like dinosaurs – because bands never last that long,” said Eddie Knight, guitarist and founder. “When I started this band in 1992, I tried to put together a group of musicians that was not only talented, but had the ego, personality and dedication to stay together.”

Saturday, October 15 SCOUT BAR

Knight said the Bay Area has been good to the band the past 14 years. “We've seen it all: Hurricanes, tornadoes, clubs changing names, clubs changing owners, new clubs opening, old clubs closing, etc. We've met a lot of good people, made a lot of friends and, unfortunately, lost a few.” The original members of Fidelity Maxx were Gerry Polk (drums), Percy Gray (bass), Roscoe Webber (keyboard/backing vocals), Regi Rollons (keyboard/vocals), Grayling "Moonie" Phillips (lead vocals) and Eddie Knight (bandleader, guitar.) Polk died in a car accident in 2005, and Phillips left the group a year ago to pursue other interests. “I hired 22 year old drummer Larry Grant in 2009, and just hired 27 year old lead vocalist, Jesse Black (lead vocals) last month states Knight. “The youth and energy of Larry and Jesse – combined with the experience and knowledge of Percy, Regi, Roscoe, and I – make for the perfect combination.”

Hamilton Loomis Friday, October 28 JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE

I believe Knight is right! Fidelity Maxx is the perfect combination to get the good times started! Last month at Pier 27 Tavern, the band had everyone up and dancing pretty quickly. "Fidelity Maxx is one of the best bands to take the stage at Pier 27 Tavern!” Shun Mason Wafer, Pier 27 Tavern’s co-owner told me. “They are professional, talented, and are ALWAYS a crowd pleaser. What can I say? We absolutely love them!" Fidelity Maxx has a wide range of genres they perform. “We try and keep the music arrangement up-tempo and funky. We'll slow it down a few times so couples can "rub bellies," said Knight. (I just love the rubbing bellies quote.) He went on to say, “We're actually a funk (Cameo, Rick James, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang) band, that throws in a little classic R&B (Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Al Green), rock and roll (Lynard Skynard, Incubus, Bon Jovi), pop (Michael Jackson, Black Eyed Peas, Prince), country (Rascal Flatts, Brooks and Dunn), and whatever else we need to make the "gumbo show" hot! At some point, we'll touch you!” It’s that desire to entertain people and dedication that everyone is having a good time that makes their shows so personal. - Cont. on Page 62

Footpie Friday, October 28 BEACH BAR @ CLUB CABO

Infinity’s Twin Friday, October 28 UNION TAVERN

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LIVE MUSIC & EVENTS 10/7 ............................Five-O 10/8..Comedy: Billy D Washington (followed by DJ Trey)

10/14 ..........Westin Brown Band 10/15 ..CBHS reunion + DJ Trey 10/16 ....Texans Tailgate Party 10/21 ................3 peace 10/22....................TBA 10/23 ......BBQ Benefit for Ralph Dobbs. No free burgers this day!

10/28 9-11 Private Party @11: Open to the public 10/29 ......Pirate Radio w/ Five-O +

Boo-T-Licious Halloween Party @ 8 pm; Haunted House & Costume Contest

SUN, OCT 16 • TAILGATE PARTY

ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP Fri ..........Oct.7 ........................................DJ MOTO Sat..........Oct.8 ............................DJ REDDWAVE Fri ..........Oct.14..............................Out of Control Sat..........Oct.15 ................................................TBA Fri ..........Oct.21................................ Fidelity Maxx Sat..........Oct.22 ......................................DJ MOTO Fri ..........Oct.28 ......................................Level One Sat..........Oct.29(Noon-4) Kids Halloween Party Sat..........Oct.29 ..............................DJ ReddWave Fri ..........Nov.4 .............................. Spiny Norman Sat..........Nov 5 ......................................................DJ

EVENTS & PARTIES:

SAT, OCT. 8 • TOGA PARTY! SAT, OCT. 15 • OLD SCHOOL PARTY SAT, OCT 29 • KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY (NOON TO 4PM)

Texans vs Baltimore tailgate party! $50 Gift Card for longest field goal + oil wrestling + $1 dom drafts

PIER 27 TAVERN’S 3RD ANNUAL

FRI, OCT 28 • BULLOCK PARTY

FRI, OCT. 29 • 9PM-2AM

Marissa Bullock’s URBAN COWBOY birthday party. Dolly Parton & best U.C. character contest. Mechanical bull. Private party 9-11 OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT 11!

MONDAY: Monday Night Football + $1 dom draft, $3.50 bombs & 50¢ wings; TUESDAY: Owners choice entree special, Comedian Alex Ravandis, Texas Hold’em + $2 Big Ass Beer; WEDNESDAY: Karaoke w/ Shanna Cole + $1 dom draft, $2 wells & $4 bombs; THURSDAY: Snow Crab $8 per pound @ 6pm + $3 wine & ritas; DJ Trey after Football SUNDAY: $1 drafts & $2 bloody Marys. Obsolete August: Oct 9, 23 | Jared Wagoner Band: Oct 16 & 30

FULL SNOW CRAB (cajun or garlic flavored) KITCHEN Thursdays: $8/lb. starts @ 6 pm until we run out 3612 W. Main Street • League City Hrs: M-F 1pm-2am Sat-Sun Noon-2am

281-557-0000

PIRATES BALL

HALLOWEEN CONTEST FOR BEST-DRESSED, COUPLE, SCARIEST, MOST ORIGINAL

Spades & Dominos Tourney • 2nd & 4th Sundays MYTIME MONDAYS Monday Night Football with Rib Sandwich Specials KARAOKE ONTIME-OUT TUESDAYS Introducing Cut-Throat Karaoke.Cash prize given away weekly BIGASS BEER &WINE SPECIALS with Samantha on WINE-DOWNWEDNESDAYS DJ KO ONTHIRSTY THURSDAYS Double Power Hour:8-9pm $3 U-Call-Its;9-10pm $4 U-Call-Its; POWER HR $3 U-CALL-ITS ON CALLS 8-9PM ON FREAKY FRIDAYS SHAKEA LEG ON SEXY SATURDAYS @ CLUB P27 SIMMER DOWN SUNDAYS: $1 Domestic Drafts for COWBOY'S GAMES on Sunday Football

The Grub Shack: Nightly Food Specials & Regular Menu

3202 MARINA BAY DR. • 832-864-2660 WWW.PIER27TAVERN.COM

AWOL

(After Work On the Lake)

LIVE MUSIC

UPSTAIRS & @ THE BEACH BAR 10/7 ........................Inside Out @ the BEACH BAR 10/8..................................................The Fuse 10/9 ..Drew & Jeremy (GtG) @the BEACH BAR 6-10pm 10/13 ............Jared Wagoner & the Hendricks Boys 10/14 ....................Threadbelly @ the BEACH BAR 10/15............................................Radio Drama 10/16 ..............big RICHARD 6-10 @the BEACH BAR 10/20 ................................................57 State 10/21 ............................Hamilton Loomis @ 7:30 10/22 ............................................The Slags!! 10/23 ..Drew & Jeremy (GtG) @the BEACH BAR 6-10pm 10/27 ....................................Only the TONE LEE 10/28 ..........................Footpie @the BEACH BAR 10/29 ..............................................11th hour 10/30 ..............big RICHARD 6-10 @the BEACH BAR

SAT, OCT 29

Halloween Costume contest $500+ in CASH & PRIZES!!! Details on Facebook!

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Every Friday!

SAVE THE DATE:

11/11/11 Come celebrate our anniversary with us, and come savor the CUPCAKE VODKA release party. (Official spo nsors of our Anniversary celebration! )

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL 35¢ WINGS & $2.75 DRAFTS

WED: $5 Burgers • Bingo Bongs & Weed

Are you ready for some

FOOTBALL? Watch the action on our HD Screens (10pm)

THURS: Steak Night: $10 Rib-Eye or NY Strip FRI: DJ Khaos upstairs! Live music @ the BEACH BAR! SAT: Live music upstairs, DJ RYHMZE, VILLA, & NONSTOPP @ the BEACH BAR 2513 NASA Pkwy • 281-532-2691 • www.caboclearlake.com