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Pg. 48 – Summer Bar Guide &

Review Series

Beertropolis, Blush Ultralounge, Cricket’s Bar & Grill, Horstketter’s Tavern, Metzger’s Tavern, NW Chophouse & Wine Bar, On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill, Peephole Bar & Grill

Pg. 7 – River Basin Blues Society Benefit

A Special Show for Special Olympics

Pg. 8 – Smoke-Free Communities A Breath of Fresh Air

Pg. 12 – Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriters Festival

Interview with Kerry Kurt Phillips, “One of America’s Favorite Songwriters”

Pg. 14 & 15 – August Music Festivals

Alhambra Arts & Music Festival, Animalpalooza Animal Benefit & Music Festival, Big O Music Fest, Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriter’s Festival

Pg. 17 - The Burning Quad

Blazing a Trail through Downtown Evansville

Pg. 18 – Kirk Franklin at the Ford Center Melodies from Heaven P. 25 – Destination Henderson Pt. 4 Lots of Reasons to Cross the Bridge

Pg. 75 – Pinup Baggers Your Motorcycle’s Best Friends

Editor’s Corner Pg. 4 – Activity Overload Business Pg. 19 – HR Solutions: Tips on Retaining the Best Talent for Your Business Pg. 34 – Charming Salon & Spa

Sports Pg. 19 – Custom Fit at Bob’s Gym: Member of the Month Pg. 20 – On the links with Evansville Country Club’s Mike Reynolds Pg. 60 – Evansville Otters Trading Cards Cuisine & Dining Pg. 30 – Jason Watson Food Critic Pg. 31 – Cooking Spotlight: Jeanne’s Gelato Pg. 32 – What’s Cookin’: Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery Pg. 33 – Local Chef Spotlight: Nick Wiesenborn of NW Chophouse & Wine Bar Pg. 34 – Restaurant Guide Entertainment Pg. 9 – A Cookie for Your Thoughts Pg. 13 - Dear Evansville: A Letter from a Not-So-Ordinary Citizen Pg. 16 & 69 – Mugshots: They Defied the Law…and Lost Pg. 24 – Charlie Worsham at the Victory Theatre Pg. 29 - Ask Shawnda Pg. 40 – Three’s a Crowd Pg. 54 – In Town: Evansville Night Life Pg. 70 – Local Talent: Brad Eble Pg. 71 – Soundboard: Nova the Blind MC Pg. 72 - How I Roll Pg. 73 – The Grand Tour Pg. 74 - 21 Questions from a 21-Year-Old

Pg. 78 – Arts & Activities Guide Pg. 81 – Games: Sudoku & More Pg. 82 – Community & Family Pg. 88 – Local Band Spotlight: Retro Shock Pg. 93 – Sizzlin’ Summer Fun at Marina Pointe Pg. 94 – Clubs & Pubs Guide Pg. 95 – We Were There Reviews Pg. 76 - Beer: Cure What Ales You Pg. 80 – Local Book Review: From AnkleDeep: Surviving Child Sexual Abuse by Scott Thomas Sieg Pg. 86 – Cinema: In Theatres Pg. 87 – Cinema: New Releases Pg. 88 – Music Coupons Pg. 22 & 23 – Save Big! Classifieds Pg. 11 – Find Your Hidden Treasure Local Happenings Pg. 55 – Boys & Girls Club 4th Annual Stock the Pantry Cornhole Tournament Pg. 58 – Dig Into Music Summer Concert Series at Central Library Pg. 84 – Trucks 4 Kids

L to R: Sarah Foley, Emile Tipton, Casey Williams, Jenna Citrus & Hillary Barnhart Photo by Daniel Knight Studio B

Editor’s Note:

Local Talent: Daniel Knight (May): Photo Credit goes to Shanti Knight

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The River Basin Blues Society

presents:

The Old

Dam Blues & BBQ Festival

By Paul Bragin

The River Basin Blues Society will host the first annual Old Dam Blues & BBQ Festival on August 10 to benefit the Warrick County Special Olympics.

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he event, which will take place at the Old Lock and Dam Park in Newburgh, Ind., will feature local blues acts Dale Niehaus, Rigdon & Gatewood and the HighRize Hillbillies, Honey Roy, The Jimtown Saints and Doug Wright and the Nomads. The Clay Street All Stars from Louisville will also perform.

The festival will begin at 11 a.m. with a welcome and opening remarks. In between musical performances, speakers from both the Special Olympics and the River Basin Blues Society will address the crowd.

The event will also feature a Bar-B-Q competition that festival attendees can judge, a bierstube sponsored by Cricket’s Bar and Grill in Newburgh and an inflatable zone for children. Admission to the bierstube costs $5 and a suggested donation of $1 for children playing in the inflatable zone.

For Dale Niehaus, the opening act at the festival, the event marks another milestone in a great year. Niehaus won the solo/ duo division at the 2013 River Basin Blues Society qualifying competition for the International Blues Competition. The victory there earned him a spot at the IBC finals in Memphis, TN in January 2014. Additionally, he received a cash prize and free recording time at the D.K. Wells recording studio.

“I have been playing music professionally for 42 years in the tri-state area and this year has been the most exciting in my career,” said Niehaus, who added that he looks forward to performing at Old Lock and Dam Park on August 10. “It will benefit one of my favorite charities, the Special Olympics, an outstanding event for young people. If you can only attend one event this year, this should be the one. I will be performing most of my original songs and will have some very special guests; don’t miss it!”

For Lannette Miller, the president of the River Basin Blues Society, the Old Dam Blues & Bar-B-Q Festival promises to be an exciting event for everyone in attendance. “There will be music and food and fun for the whole family,” Miller said. Miller also looks forward to helping the Warrick County Special Olympics with the fundraiser. Miller believes there’s “no better cause than making some feel the accomplishment of being a winner.”

Rita DeKlyen, the Director of Development fo Olympics Indiana, noted that events like the Blues and Bar-B-Q Fest help make Special Olympics possible.

“Southern Indiana must raise over $3 million to serve our over 11,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities and we could not accomplish this goal without grassroots fundraisers like the fest.”

Dale Niehaus will begin playing at 11:30 a.m., followed by Rigdon & Gatewood and the HighRize Hillbillies at 1 p.m., Honey Roy at 3 p.m., the Jimtown Saints at 5 p.m., the Clay Street All Stars at 7 p.m. and Doug Wright and the Nomands will wrap up the show beginning at 9 p.m.

For more information, contact Paul Mattingly at evillejazzman@gmail.com, or go online to riverbasinblues.com.

Information can also be found on Facebook at facebook.com/riverbasinbluessociety.

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Smoke-Free Communities: After One Year, Hoosiers Are Breathing Easier

By Casey Williams

Believe it or not, July 1 marks the one year anniversary of the implementation of the statewide smoke-free air policy, which former Governor, Mitch Daniels signed into law.

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elieve it or not, July 1 marks the one year anniversary of the implementation of the statewide smoke-free air policy, which former Governor, Mitch Daniels signed into law.

The historic bill was years in the making, but not without controversy.

Some were against the law and were afraid businesses would suffer; many felt the law carried too many exemptions to be effective. After the first year, one thing is for sure, Hoosiers are breathing easier and business has never been healthier. More workers are now protected and smoke-free businesses are making and saving money.

The City Of Evansville implemented a more comprehensive clean air ordinance in April of 2012, following the Vanderburgh County ordinance which took effect in July of 2011. However, many of the workers in the counties surrounding Vanderburgh had little protection from secondhand smoke in the workplace until the state-wide

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clean air law was passed. Business owners throughout the state are now enjoying the benefits of clean air.

“My employees like working in a smoke-free environment. The atmosphere in the tavern has improved tremendously and my cleaning costs have been cut drastically,” said Scott Smith, owner, Olde Downtown Tavern, Bedford.

Businesses in Indiana were ready to make the transition, in fact, 97 percent of the businesses were compliant with the law. Health advocates are not surprised so many people are respecting the law. It has been a very positive experience. The facts are clear; over 70 percent of Hoosiers say they prefer smoke-free environments.

“I did not realize going smoke-free would make such a positive difference; I didn’t know how bad it was to breathe in here, until the smoke was gone,” said Joseph Phillips, AmVets Post #66 Commander, South Bend.

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“The state law was a great step in the right direction for many communities throughout Indiana that did not have any kind of law or ordinance in place to protect their workers from dangerous work conditions,” said Casey Williams of the Healthy Communities Partnership.

Indiana’s smoke-free air law has helped Hoosier businesses save money and attract new customers, while giving Hoosier smokers an incentive to beat their addiction to tobacco. With fewer places to smoke, there has never been a better time to quit, and those Hoosiers that need help quitting can call 1.800.QUIT.NOW or visit www.quitnow.com for free professional help.

Visit www.breatheindiana.com to learn how Indiana’s work force is breathing easier, and how local communities can protect more employees and patrons from the dangers of secondhand smoke. Today, let’s celebrate, because we’re all breathing a little easier.

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The Story behind the Song: An Interview with

Kerry Kurt Phillips

By Thomas Ellis

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ailed as “one of America’s favorite songwriters,” Kerry Kurt Phillips has spent the last 25 years in Nashville writing hit after hit for some of country music’s biggest stars including George Jones (R.I.P.) and Joe Diffie. Combined, his songs have achieved sales of over 45 million. Phillips will make a triumphant return to his hometown of Henderson for the upcoming Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriter’s Festival July 31st – August 3rd at Rookies, Riverbend Academy and Delizio. He kindly spoke to News4U about

his incredible songwriting career.

News4U (N4U): As a native of Henderson, how did you make the journey from a small town to the music capital of Nashville?

Kerry Kurt Phillips (KKP): My family moved to Vincennes my freshman year of high school. In the early to mid 80’s, I owned a music store there and was playing in bands around the area. I was always a closet songwriter, but my mom convinced me to send some of my material to Nashville. Over the course of two years, I trekked back and forth, trying to get my foot in the door. Finally, I decided ‘if you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly’ – I sold the music store and moved to Nashville. I was in town for two weeks, got signed to a publishing company and never looked back.

N4U: Once you were there, what was the key to not just surviving but actually succeeding?

KKP: Humility. When I talk to people in seminars, I always stress that you should never approach any situation thinking that you know it all – be grateful for the opportunity. I learned the business by serving the masters – I ate crow for a long time and it paid off.

N4U: Did you ever consider performing your own songs or were you content being behind the scenes?

KKP: I never thought of myself as a great singer – all I wanted to do was create. I always tell people that the best gig in the world is songwriting. I get to sleep in my bed most every night, eat homecooked meals and be with my family. Songwriting allows me to have a life.

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N4U: Have you had to change your approach to songwriting over the years to adapt to the more ‘pop’ sound of country?

KKP: I simply do what I do. If publishers don’t see any value in the material I write, that’s fine. I’ve just always tried to be true to my craft. Thankfully, there have been enough traditional artists out there who have liked my material and kept me alive.

N4U: What is it like to hear your songs recorded by someone else - are you generally satisfied with the results?

KKP: It’s a funny experience. Sometimes my songs are recorded exactly as I wrote them and other times they become something totally different – different tempo, different key, different instrumentation. Sometimes I hate the results – even if it’s a big hit, I never get over it. But occasionally, the changes really bring something new to the song that I didn’t hear.

N4U: On that subject, the Sandy Lee Songwriting Festival really seems like a great opportunity to hear hit songs the way the writers originally intended them to sound.

KKP: You will hear amazing writers perform their songs in the rawest form. It’s going to be an intimate atmosphere – you’ll laugh, you’ll cry, experience every emotion depending on what these guys decide to play.

And at the same time, you’ll help raise money for Riverbend Academy which provides the opportunity for people - regardless of their financial situation - to study the arts.

To purchase tickets for the festival, please visit sandyleesongfest.com.

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he First Annual Arts and Music Festival will be held August 30-31 at Haynie’s Corner in downtown Evansville. The two-day festival will feature dozens of local artists and bands. The main attractions at the first annual arts and music festival will be a visual arts gallery, live art demonstrations, graffiti art, sound sculpture, live music and an interactive children’s creative center. There will also be indoor gallery exhibits both days with wine served courtesy of Monkey Hollow Winery.

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The First Annual Alhambra Arts and Music Fest will begin with music from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, August 30 and continue from noon to 11 p.m. Saturday.

Tickets are $10 for a one-day pass and $15 for a twoday pass. The festival is a family-friendly event, and children under the age of 12 get in free. Haynie’s Corner is located at Second Street and Adams Avenue in Downtown Evansville.

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ive years ago, Steve Terry and some friends started a website detailing “life in the Big O,” posting photos from the Owensboro scene and articles about events. After teaming up with a local radio station, the decision was made to stage a music festival to promote the website. “We brought in Loverboy as the main act. We didn’t really know what we were doing, and it was NOT a success (laughs),” explains Terry. Despite the failure, he and his friends vowed to give it one more shot in 2009, albeit with a new country music format. The stars literally aligned as both Jason Aldean and Chris Young were booked to perform just months before each of them scored their first big hits. “That put us on the map,” says Terry.

Over the last few years, Terry has bought out all of his fellow festival investors and now runs the show solo. His hard work has paid off with a fantastic line-up of country acts on this year’s bill. “I’m really excited about it,” says Terry. “We’ve got a solid line-up of current country artists from top to bottom – Jake Owen, Justin Moore, Love and Theft, Colt ford and many others.”

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his year’s event also features the high-flying action of DockDogs, the independent governing and sanctioning body for dock jumping and dock diving canine performance sports. Throughout the show, Dockdogs will present the Big Air Wave competition accompanied by an Extreme Vertical and Speed Retrieve competition for both competitors and spectators to enjoy. DockDogs is a national draw that promises to double or triple last year’s festival attendance.

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General admission ($44.50) and VIP ($125) tickets are now on sale for the August 31st event at Maloney’s Pizza and Wings and bigomusicfest. com. The festival is being held at Reid’s Orchard,

2013 Animalpalooza Animal Benefit & Music Festival

Info: Animalpalooza is a rain-or-shine event scheduled for September 7th on the grounds of the Warrick Humane Society, 5722 Vann Road in Newburgh. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. – music till 8 p.m. Admission is free for children 12 and under. Every penny raised goes to the animals.

Visit animalpalooza.net for more information.

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Downtown Evansvil e Criterium Race

By Brooklyn Solis

Sweat. Heat. An adrenaline rush…

The Burning Quad.

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uring the intensely hot weekend of August 16-18, cyclists and runners will have the chance to push their bodies to the limit for bragging rights, personal victory and over $5,000 in prizes. Presented by Dan’s Comp and 40 lb. Sledge Hammer Productions, the weekend promises to promote healthy living and family fun in the tri-state area.

“It was just an ongoing conversation between friends about the fact that we (cyclists, tri-athletes, runners) from the Evansville area always have to travel to do the ‘big events,’ or the lack of fitness event options outside of running 5k’s. I love bike racing and decided to put my money where my mouth is, and build new events that are on the level of anything you could find in the region,” said Owner of 40 lb. Sledge Hammer Productions, Chris Hubbard.

What exactly does a criterium race include? According to the USA Cycling governing body, “A criterium is one of the most common forms of competitive cycling in the United States. Designed for spectators, criteriums are races held on short, typically urban, circuits between 800 meters and five kilometers. The fast paced events are usually 10-60 miles and usually last between 30 minutes

and two hours. The relatively short, closed course features several corners and gives spectators the opportunity to view majority of the course and [they] see the competitors many times throughout the race,” said Hubbard.

The race course is a one mile loop located in scenic downtown Evansville that was designed specifically for high speeds, high energy and live entertainment. The running events will take place on Saturday and the Criterium will be on Sunday.

Planning a safe and unique event is always challenging the first year but it is also rewarding.

“I came to the downtown [area] as a kid in the late ‘70’s/early ‘80’s to watch bike racing. It’s great to be able to bring it back.

My company, 40 lb. Sledgehammer Productions was started to bring bike racing to Evansville. We know it’s a long process and that the first year will be the hardest. Getting people on board to give us a chance to show them what this is about has been difficult. We’ve been extremely fortunate to have Dan’s Comp behind us, they get it. They believe in the concept of offering great events in Evansville. They see that getting people active benefits the community as a whole. We want to put on events that offer an alternative to typical carnival food, that you see at most events. It’s about changing what people expect,” said Hubbard.

It is expected that over 2,000 people will attend the event. There will also be a few surprises and special guests.

“We have two members of the UCI Pro Continental Team Hincapie Sportswear flying in to do the race, Joe Lewis and Blair Turner. That’s big-time because these guys have raced all over and they are coming to Evansville. In fact, Joe Lewis won the Tour of Gila Criterium race last year. It’s a major race and to have him here is unbelievable. We know that having this team at our event raises the expectations to a new level. Racers like prize money and we’re giving out a lot but they really want strong competition and we are guaranteed that with the Hincapie squad,” said Hubbard.

They are already planning next year’s race and hope to put the race (and Evansville) on the USA’s Cycling’s National Race Calendar.

For more information, check out

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Kirk Franklin a t

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By Thomas Ellis

Multi-platinum artist Kirk Franklin has evolved from a young gospel music phenomenon to a genre-defying

figurehead over the span of two decades.

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firm believer in collaboration, his songs have often veered away from a strictly religious focus to include elements of hip hop, pop and R&B - most successfully on tracks like 1997’s “Stomp” featuring Cheryl “Salt” James. Franklin has collected armfuls of awards during his career and penned a best-selling book. Currently, he produces a wildly popular BET gospel talent show. But more than anything, this multi-faceted artist is best known and most respected for his life-altering live performances. A Kirk Franklin concert often moves people to tears; such is the power of his message and music.

You can experience all the glory when he comes to the Ford Center on August 31st in support of his most recent album, Hello Fear.

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A musical prodigy, Franklin learned the piano at an early age growing up in Texas and quickly drew attention from the church crowd. Soon, he was directing choirs and writing songs that spoke to his relationship with God. Gospel legend Milton Biggham was in awe of Franklin’s talent and helped to forge connections and partnerships in the music industry. Biggham’s efforts led to the formation of “The Family,” a 17 voice choir that Franklin directed and eventually signed to a recording contract in 1992. A year later, the debut album, Kirk Franklin & The Family, blew up the gospel music charts and sold over a million copies. As would become commonplace with future Franklin releases, it stayed at number one for many months.

A couple more collaborations with The Family followed in the mid 90’s, most notably Whatcha Lookin’ 4. This live album again hit number one on the gospel charts and also reached the top five and the top 30 on the R&B and Billboard charts, respectively. In 1997, Franklin disbanded The Family and formed Nu Nation, recording an album that further embraced contemporary music.

God’s Property produced the monster single “Stomp” featuring Cheryl “Salt” James and made Franklin a household name in the industry. No longer considered just a religious singer, he experienced a backlash from longtime fans but gained a whole new audience. 1998 saw the release of Nu Nation Project, yet another huge album that topped the gospel charts for 49 weeks.

The lead single, a cover of Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me,” featured a cast of mainstream artists from different genres.

The turn of the century ushered in a new solo era for Franklin. The massive choirs were gone, but the hits kept coming on releases such as 2002’s The Rebirth of Kirk Franklin, 2005’s Hero and 2007’s The Fight of My Life.

Keeping pace, all of these albums reached the top of the gospel charts and performed well on both the R&B and Billboard charts. In 2011, Franklin released Hello Fear.

It featured collaborations with Marvin Sapp and Rance Allen and stands as one of the most acclaimed albums of his career.

Visit thefordcenter.com for more information. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.

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On the Links with ECC’s

s d l o n y e R e k i M

By Nick Durcholz

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N4U: What is your favorite memory tied to the game?

MR: It would have to be shooting a 31 on the back nine at Augusta National.

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ailing from Madisonville, Ky., PGA Professional and Director of Golf at Evansville Country Club Mike Reynolds is likely among the most knowledgeable players in the area with 44 years in the game. He played golf in

college at Morehead State from ‘75-‘79 and played in high school at Madisonville North Hopkins. He has passed his skill and passion on to so many others in the area and has a strong desire to keep teaching and to see where the game takes him.

News4U (N4U): What is your favorite aspect of the game itself?

Mike Reynolds (MR): Since I got into the golf business, my forte is really taking care of people. I’m in the people business. I try to entertain the highest level of service that I can and make sure that people are accommodated in a way that they would expect in a private club setting.

N4U: Who/What got you into golf?

MR: Well, I got started playing golf when I was 12, it was my good friend who lived down the street from me, who lived on the second hole of the City Park Course in Madisonville. From there, we played a lot of golf as kids and then I got more attracted to golf when I started to work in the business and work for Kent Cayce, who was at Madisonville Country Club at the time and eventually moved up here to Evansville Country Club where I began as an assistant when I got out of college. He was my mentor in the business and also was my instructor for my game, and really laid the foundation for the things I’ve been able to pursue.

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N4U: Describe the feeling you get after taking a swing and the ball goes exactly where you wanted it to go.

MR: I’d say it’s the epitome of playing golf. I’d say the next best thing to that would be holing a 40 or 50 footer (putting) or making that three-footer to win an event.

N4U: In your opinion, what is the most challenging aspect of the game?

MR: I think it’s when you find yourself low in confidence.

When you go out and you don’t meet your expectations, which is pretty often, and then you have to try to find a way to tee it up again or play the next round, or hit the next shot for that manner. When you hit a bad shot, it’s hard to come back from it.

N4U: What is your favorite course to play in the Evansville area other than ECC and why?

MR: I love the Donald Ross course at French Lick. I’m a huge Donald Ross fan. I love the old-style architecture.

N4U: What advice would you give to someone who is really serious about wanting to be skilled at the game of golf?

MR: Definitely seek the advice of a teaching professional, a PGA professional, that being me (laughs). But without taking instruction and really following some good, sound advice this game isn’t impossible to play, but it is highly unlikely you’re ever going to develop skills that are going to allow you to enjoy the game to the level you would expect to enjoy it at. But what makes it really great, the game that it is, is that it’s a game of a lifetime.

For more information please visit www.evansvillecountryclub.org or call 812-425-2243.

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Charlie Worsham at the

Victory

By Thomas Ellis

Evansville continues to attract the biggest up-and-coming country acts, and Charlie Worsham is the next big thing set to rock the River City at the Victory Theatre on August 15th as part of the Summer Country Nights concert series.

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ailing from Mississippi, the 27 year old Worsham has been building a loyal following over the last few years. His appearance alongside Taylor Swift on her 2011 tour helped to generate interest from major labels, eventually resulting in a contract with Warner Bros.

Records. “Could It Be,” Worsham’s debut single, was released earlier this year and has received serious airplay on country radio while the video continues to rack up views on Youtube. On the heels of the song’s success, Warner Bros. plans to release the singer’s first full album, Rubberband, in August.

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A talented multi-instrumentalist, Worsham also writes much of

his own material, a rarity in country music. His sound is similar to current chart-toppers like Jake Owen and Rodney Atkins with lyrics that detail the promise of love: “Could it be I’m finally holding what I’ve been hoping for / Could it be the end of just friends and the start of something more / Oh the way I’m feeling now, it’s worth sticking around to see / Is this love or could it be?”

By all accounts, Worsham is right at home on stage – it’s where he’s meant to be. According to his bio, as a kid he “was always out playing somewhere, from the Opry at age 12 to the local Missionary Baptist Church to the back-road blues joints.”

Come out and see a star in the making on August 15th at the Victory. The show starts at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, please visit victorytheatre.com.

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August 1-3: SANDY LEE WATKINS

SONGFEST

At Rookies Sports Bar, Delizio’s Gourmet Italian Eatery and Riverbend Academy Stage, on First Street. And Main St., multiple performances.

A live county music event where the songwriters perform songs they have written that have skyrocketed to the top of the charts. Enjoy live music, featuring local and well known Nashville songwriter, Kerry Kurt Phillips and three special guests. Others outings and workshops will be scheduled throughout the event. Tickets are available online or general admission at the door of each venue. For more information visit www.sandyleesongfest.com or call 270-827-9420.

August 3: DOWNTOWN WALKING TOUR Starts at The Depot, 101 N. Water St. 10 a.m. This fun, free guided tour starts at The Depot Community Room and continues throughout downtown’s historic district. View homes and businesses and hear interesting stories about Henderson’s past. Tour is approximately 1 hour. If you have a large group, please call ahead so that the staff can best accommodate you. Info: www.hendersondepot.org or 270-830-9707.

August 8: RHONDA VINCENT &

THE RAGE

Henderson Area Arts Alliance, 2660 S. Green St. 7 p.m.Rhonda Vincent, “the New Queen of Bluegrass” (Wall Street Journal), is a top draw in bluegrass music and beyond. Rhonda Vincent and the Rage’s music knows no boundaries, and with over 80 awards to their credit, they have emerged as the most decorated band in bluegrass. Among Vincent’s honors are Song of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, and an unrivaled seven consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA). Vincent has been

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featured in People Magazine, Oprah’s “O” Magazine and has appeared with such notables as Dolly Parton and Norah Jones. Rhonda Vincent and the Rage is a must-see according to world-renowned lyricist Bernie Taupin and rock legend Levon Helms. Visit www.haaa.org for tickets.

August 9-10: BLUEGRASS IN THE PARK FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL

Audubon MIll Park, 101. North Water Street. All day event. One of the largest free bluegrass festivals in the nation, this event features live bluegrass music, sporting events, children’s activites and delicious festival food. Info: 1-800-648-3128 or visit www.bluegrassinthepark.org.

August 9-10: JAMMIN AND JUMPIN STREET VAULT

Water Street, Henderson KY in front of the water fountains. Watch Olympian pole-vaulters and college and high school athletes in this competion.

Outdoor pole vaulting entertaining for all ages! To get involved visit www.smtrackclub.com. General info: 1-800-648-3128 or visit www. bluegrassinthepark.org.

August 10: BREAKFAST IN THE PARK

Audubon MIll Park, 101. North Water Street. 7-10 a.m. All you can eat pancakes, sausage, eggs and coffee in the park. Info: 1-800-648-3128 or visit www.bluegrassinthepark.org.

August 10: PICKIN & PEDALIN BIKE TOUR

Starts at On Deck, Corner of Water and First Streets. A bicycle tour benefiting the Henderson Red Cross chapter. Enjoy miles of flat biking trails with fun live music rest stops. Info: 270-826-3128 or www.pickinandpedalin.com.

August 10: FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL EVENTS

Audubon MIll Park, 101. North Water Street. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This event is part of Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival and is perfect for children and adults alike. Demonstrations on various Kentucky folklife traditions will take places in the park, while music is featured on the main stage.

Clogging, candle making, herbs, baked apple pies and animal demonstrations are just a few of the presentations you may see. Info: 270-827-0016, info@downtownhenderson.org or www.downtownhenderson.org.

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he small city has donned a much more appealing and unique garb, fashioned from a recent bloom of local businesses, a focus on culture and a variety events new and old. This move towards a more diverse and exciting Henderson includes food, art, music, bars, retail and more. But fret not, the city is keeping its bluegrass-banded soul intact, with events and businesses that are just plain, simple fun and that embody down-home, country goodness.

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In the way of cuisine, if you haven’t noticed, large-

Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriter’s Festival Schedule

Thursday, 8/1

Rookie’s: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Joel Shewmake and TBA 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Casey Beathard, Kendell Marvel and Brandon Kinney RiverBend: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Mark Alan Springer, Dan Isbell and Lance Miller 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Jason Matthews, J. Fred Knobloch and Bob Regan Delizio: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Wil Nance, Liz Hengber and Steve Williams 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Larry Cordle, Jeffrey East and Phil “Philbilly” O’Donnell

Friday, 8/2

Rookie’s: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Leslie Satcher, Lance Miller and J. Fred Knobloch 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Tony Arata, Jason Matthews and Larry Cordle RiverBend: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. PhilBilly O’Donnell, Kendell Marvel and Brandon Kinney 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Joe West, Jamie Teachenor and Billy Crain Delizio: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Kerry Kurt Phillips, Tony Arata and Lisa Carver 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Wynn Varble, Jim “Moose” Brown and Mark Alan Springer

Saturday, 8/3

Rookie’s: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Jamie Teachenor, Joe West and TBA 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Jim “Moose” Brown, Wynn Varble and Kerry Kurt Phillips RiverBend: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Liz Hengber, Dan Demay and Buddy Owen 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Billy Crain, Lisa Carver and Brandon Kinney Delizio: 6:45 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Lance Miller, Dan Isbell and Joel Shewmake 9 p.m. – 10:45 p.m. Jason Matthews, Leslie Satcher and Wil Nance

scale, buffet style restaurants offering Oriental and American food are popping up everywhere. For lovers of hugely extensive food selections (over 200 items), sushi and buffets Henderson’s answer is Mandarin House. Located at 1111 Barrett Boulevard, Mandarin House offers sushi, a Hibachi grill, Chinese, American and Japanese items with a fully-stocked salad bar on top of it all. Mandarin House is also ideal for families. Every Tuesday from 4 p.m. to close a child age 10 or under eats free with every adult dinner. Also, don’t hesitate to seek them out to cater your next big event!

Aside from the Sandy Lee Watkins Songwriter’s Festival, downtown Henderson will be the place to be for music lovers, especially those who like their grass blue. The 28th Annual Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival will take place on August 9, 10. The festival offers both traditional and progressive bluegrass acts and a variety of other events sure to get you in the pickin’ & stompin’ mood like the Pickin’ & Pedalin’ Bicycle Tour, The Fox on the Run 5K, Flippin’ & Flyin’ Disc Golf Tournament and Jumpin’ & Jammin’ Street Pole Vault. There will also be plenty of fun activites for the little ones like a harmonica workshop, origami, antique bicycle display, dulcimer performers, and also inflatables. Friday’s lineup includes Pokey LaFarge, The Henhouse Prowlers and Hot Day at the Zoo. Saturday begins with Breakfast in the Park and live music by Keith Vincent and then the main stage comes alive with the musical stylings of Audie Blaylock & Redline, Detour, Westbound Rangers, Jerry Salley & Breakin’ New Ground, Sons of Bluegrass and King’s Highway. Because the festival honors Western Kentucky’s history as a center of Bluegrass music there is no better way to experience the true unbridled spirit of Henderson. For more information on this fantastic and fun event, check out www.bluegrassinthepark.com or call 1-800-648-3128.

Also, in the way of food, Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery on the corner of 2nd & Main Streets downtown is poised to make a major culinary impact not only on Henderson but on the tri-state as a whole. Delizio is a restaurant, bar, lunch counter and café all rolled into one. They have all of the classic Italian fare, (the lasagna is amazing) along with dishes that are more unique and rare. Visit the cozy, contemporary bar for a cocktail or a beer from their extensive selection of drinks, stop in for scrumptious sandwich for lunch, grab a coffee in the morning or go for a fine-dining experience with different specials daily in their spacious, stately dining room. You can truly see the passion and effort that is and has been put into this establishment, so you know you are in for a quality treat.

Locations:

All venues, performers and show times are subject to change without notice. Check sandyleesongfest.com for updated itinerary.

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PHOTO CREDIT RACHEL GOERGES

Rookies, 117 Second St., Henderson 270-826-1106 RiverBend, 145 N. Main St., Henderson 270-827-9420 Delizio, 145 N. Main St., Henderson 270-212-3566

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JASON WATSON FOOD CRITIC LY L E ' S S P O RTS B A R

1 4 0 4 E . M o rg a n Ave . Eva n sv i lle 81 2- 42 5 -7 72 9 Lyle’s was a treat. What used to be Ford’s Bar on Morgan Ave has been cleaned up and has stepped up. Lyle has taken a ton of pride in his ownership and you can tell by the food, the atmosphere and the service. We went tavern food this month, which didn’t bother me one bit! I started off with a cocktail and a Lyle’s Famous Loaded Stromboli. Strom’s have held a very special place in my heart since childhood. Messy, cheesy, toasty, a pinch spicy, and certainly filling, the boli was filled with sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and a healthy portion of mozzarella on a perfectly toasted hoagie. This sandwich is sure to please any strom lover! Next, was a Hot Ham and Cheese. Again, a toasted hoagie set the stage for plenty of mozzarella, with wonderfully toasted, slightly salty, thick cut slices of ham. Bar food at its finest. Lyle’s fiancé, who was bartending that evening, treated me to a stellar cucumber salad. Full of GARDEN FRESH cucumber, tomato, bell peppers and dressed with a sweet vinaigrette. I felt like my mother had just made me one of my favorites. Lyle’s impressed without needing to overdress. Check out the weekly entertainment, and grab a hot sandwich while you are there.

M E T ZG E R' S TAV E R N

1 0 0 0 Powe ll St. H e n d e rs o n, KY 270 - 826 -9461 Again, it’s tavern time. Hate to be long winded, but first things first. I brought my 2 year old daughter Abby, on this trip and she was treated like a queen. The hospitality we/she received was unthinkable. Greeted with smiles, suckers, a skinless hot dog, and Dora The Explorer on the tube, these guys made her feel like a big girl, right at home. For this I am extremely grateful!!! Dad’s menu gave no exceptions. A half bowl of chili with a 70 year old recipe and a pinch of pasta was my starter. Full of chili powder, a bit of cumin, just the right amount of bean (pinto at that) and beef, it’s no wonder this recipe has stuck around. Now a spicy polish sausage, sliced and seared, served on a hamburger bun, with onion and pickle. Steve said ‘kinda spicy,’ I thought quite spicy, and dang delicious. After was a ribeye steak sandwich, again, on a hamburger bun, well-seasoned, with sautéed onions. Tavern food yes…tasty for sure! These gentlemen treated myself and my daughter like the only customers they have ever had. The truth is Metzger’s has been around since the 40’s. The food is relaxed like the bar, the atmosphere is old world, the service is excellent! I’ll be back to check out the renovations and slightly stepped up menu, when that time comes (on the way). You have to check this place out at least once for yourself…great times. Abby’s favorite part was the ketchup!!

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COOKING SPOTLIGHT Refreshing, Invigorating Gelato from

Jeanne’s Gelato

Ewers imagines that she has created over 200 flavors of gelato over the last six years, although the classics are still the favorites. Not surprisingly, chocolate reigns supreme. Still, the possibilities are endless – from honeydew melon to honeysuckle. Ewers even has contests for flavors. “Last time, someone came up with sweet potato,” she says. “We did a twist on it and added cinnamon and marshmallow to create sweet potato pie. It was delicious.” Recently, Ewers has experimented with mixing wines with fresh ingredients like pears. She is clearly still as excited by gelato as when she first discovered it in California years ago. “The most rewarding part for anyone who owns a gelato business is to see the look on the customer’s face – and the smile. Most people haven’t ever tasted something so fresh and with so much zing to it.”

—Thomas Ellis

Jeanne’s Gelato also serves amazing paninis, soups, cakes, cookies and brownies. For more information, call 479-8272.

PHOTO CREDIT JEANNE’S GELATO

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ome years ago, Valerie Ewers was traveling in California and became quite thirsty. She stopped in for a drink at a nearby shop and came face to face with something that looked a bit like ice cream but had a texture more like pudding.

It was labeled “gelato.” Intrigued by the selection of flavors, she ordered mango, coconut and lemon. “It was the best thing I had ever tasted,” she recalls with a smile.

“It was one of those ‘wow’ moments. The flavors just came alive – they were so intense, so refreshing, so dazzling.”

Back in Evansville, Ewers kept thinking about that California gelato. She discussed the idea of opening a store here in town with her sisters – after all, the product was so good and no other such business existed in Evansville. But what would she call it? “Valerie’s Gelato” didn’t have much of a ring to it, but her middle name (also her mother’s) seemed to pop.

Jeanne’s Gelato opened downtown six years ago.

Ewers moved her store to 2003 Lincoln Ave. three years ago, a location she long coveted. It’s the ideal spot for a dessert business, just on the edge of the UE Campus and a door down from the ever-popular pizza joint, The Slice.

Now quite comfortable in her new surroundings, Ewers truly enjoys introducing people to the ‘wow’ factor of gelato. She is quick to point out the differences between this Italian treat and traditional ice cream. “There is less air, less butterfat – both which tend to mask the flavor.

That’s why the taste of gelato comes through right away – it’s cleaner,” explains Ewers. “Also, the temperature is warmer, so the texture is different. But most importantly, no imitation flavors are used. Only the freshest ingredients are used – fresh fruits, fresh nuts, literally anything you can think of – the end result is incredibly vibrant.”

The process for creating gelato is equally organic.

“You start by blending your fresh fruit or pre-gel flavoring (made with real ingredients) and gelato base of milk and sugar. Then, you put it in the refrigerator and let it set for about 30 minutes which keeps ice crystals from forming,” explains Ewers. “The mix is then placed in a batch freezer which both blends it and freezes it at the same time. Finally, you place the mix in a blast freezer which helps it set. When you put the gelato in the display case, it sits at eight degrees rather than zero degrees like ice cream. It stays cold but not completely frozen.”

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What ' s ‘ Cookin

Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery

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t’s easy to write off restaurants with one specific style as humdrum, especially with fairly common themes to our area like Italian and Mexican, but to do so with Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery in Henderson would be a huge mistake.

Delizio makes a loud, bold statement in the many voices of the tri-state’s Italian cuisine scene making nearly everything from scratch with new lunch and dinner options daily and an atmosphere unlike any other. They also boast a café with hot or iced beverages and a cool, contemporary bar complete with an extensive selection of adult beverages and live music.

There are two entrances to the stately structure that Delizio calls its home on the corner of 2nd and Main Street. The corner entrance takes you straight into the bar but I entered via the side entrance facing Second Street. Upon entering, I encountered a long lobby area painted warmly with a door in the back right corner. Walking though this door, I came upon Delizio’s true spirit. On the left is a Golden Age, chrome-lined deli counter and to the right is the large, elegant but not stuffy dining room.

The half-circle shape of the room and the high ceiling, along with the original multi-colored, small tile floor puts out the vibe of an old theater or courthouse. It gives you a feeling of purpose and importance but keeps its comfort. It has contemporary touches but the building’s history is kept intact. It is a striking room with the café area at the very back.

Now for the food. The first dish that arrived was one of Delizio’s starters, the Arancini. This dish was so visually appealing with brown, light orange and a dash of purple and green in the garnish on top it seemed a shame to disturb. It held wonderful symmetry. The taste was as pleasantly earthy as the color. The tomato sauce was bright and tangy, perfectly framing the savory spicy sausage. A great precursor to a meal but be careful, this one is filling.

Second was another starter, a salad called the Insalata Balboa. The second word of its name is more than fitting because this is one of the heftiest, flavorful salads I have ever encountered. It keeps a fantastic, fresh texture while giving you a full house of flavors. It holds savory from the salami,

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145 N. Main St. Henderson, KY 270-212-3566

mozzarella and pepperoni, spicy from the pepperoncinis, earthy from the artichoke hearts and Kalamate olives and sweet as well. Incredible, but almost more filling then the Arancini.

The third dish was my first entrée. It was the Lasagna. I didn’t expect anything too special with the typical Italian dish but I was in for a surprise. First the vibrant reds, oranges and tiny greens on the dish caught my eye and I could tell just by looking how bold and zesty it would be. I was right. While most other lasagna’s flavor stays passive at a medium-grade plateau, this lasagna was packed with sharp but comforting flavors. The savory spicy sausage, mozzarella and Pecorino Romano cheeses oppose the tangy, bold but smooth tomato sauce in an even draw. I would cross the bridge specifically for this Lasagna.

The fourth and final dish was the Salmone Con Pomodoro or pan-seared Salmon. The Salmon was the obvious star here, so tender in texture but smoky and mildly spiced in flavor. Wow! The pasta is cooked perfectly and the baby orange tomatoes add a tangy, sour and sweet flavor that knocks the dish out of the park.

Delizio is doing Italian right. That is the bottom line. With bold flavors, fresh ingredients and a creative but not overwhelming selection of food you cannot pass them up.

—Nick Durcholz

localchefspotlight Nick Weisenborn We only buy the highest quality ingredients, and unlike other steakhouses we truly butcher all the meats in house.”

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PHOTO CREDIT DANIEL KNIGHT, STUDIO B

—Executive Chef & Owner Nick Weienborn

ecently opened NW Chophouse & Wine Bar has a lot to offer those in Newburgh. Priding themselves on “great tasting food that’s prepared fresh with the highest quality of ingredients,” the restaurant has fresh fish flown in daily, as well as offering expertly butchered USDA Prime Steaks.

Executive Chef and Owner Nick Weisenborn and his staff offer a wide variety of nutritious meals as well as a full service bar.

Located in Newburgh at the intersection of Hwy 66 and Hwy 261 in the Walgreens/Hucks complex, NW Chophouse & Wine Bar is open for lunch and dinner throughout the week.

Weisenborn is a native of the St. Louis area who moved to the tri-state to be closer to family. Weisenborn was previously a pilot for Vision airlines. He graduated with a degree in Aviation Management and received his Commercial Pilot’s License from the North American Institute of Aviation. Since he was a teenager though, Weisenborn

NW Chophouse & Wine Bar

had worked in restaurants, and that was the background to which he returned to when he moved to Newburgh with his three daughters after his work as a commercial pilot.

Since coming to the area, Weisenborn has went back to his roots and has become “seasoned in a wide variety of classic and contemporary techniques.” His experience spans a wide range of areas including American, Asian, Fusion and custom menus, and his culinary employment experience includes: The Library (Myrtle Beach, SC), Charlie Gitto’s (St. Louis, MO), Madeline’s (Evansville, IN), Firefly Southern Grill (Evansville, IN) and Steak and Take Grill (Newburgh, IN), which he was the owner/operator from 2011-2013 before he opened NW Chophouse.

When asked what drives Weisenborn to do what he does, his response was, “I’m success driven, and I’m an artist. My canvas is food. I love creating new dishes.” He shares that his favorite thing about Newburgh is its downtown area, and his favorite dish on their menu is the lamb. His favorite item to cook though, is the bone-in filet mignon.

For the lunch crowds, Weisenborn recommends the blackened shrimp mac-n-cheese. He shares, “It’s my top pick because it is a very attractive and delicious.” For dinner, he recommends the fresh catch because, “it’s an outlet for my creative side.”

In addition to their large variety of plated dishes, guests should consider the restaurant’s wide variety of salads as a meal or to accompany their main dish. They offer a Chophouse salad, a Strawberry & Gorgonzola salad, a seared Pear & Arugula, as well as chef and side salads.

Weisenborn also shares, “We only buy the highest quality ingredients, and unlike other steakhouses we truly butcher all the meats in house, such as bone-in Rib eyes, bone-in Filet mignon and bone-in Strip steaks. We also age all our beef for 21 days or more, and the beef is [from] an all-natural steroid free animal.”

When asked why Weisenborn chooses to use all-natural steroid free animals, his response is, “When an animal is given steroids the steroids cause the animals to grow at an unnatural rate which causes stress on the cow and its body. This process causes the cow meat fibers to be more coarse and not as tender and flavorful. When using an all-natural, 21-day-aged steak, it guarantees tenderness and flavor.”

Weisenborn also adds, “We have one of the best wine and bourbon lists in the area.”

—Nikki Davis

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AMISH

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730 Under $10/Checks/MC/Visa/ Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol/Buffet-style menu

BARBECUE

Bandana BBQ 6636 Logan Dr. 401-9922 $10-$15/Reservations/ No Alcohol/All Major CC

Charming

Salon & Spa

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ocated on 2301 W Michigan and open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, Charming Salon and Spa is an ideal location to relax and rejuvenate.

The salon offers a wide variety of services and treatments that cater to both men and women. One such service is their waxing treatments. Charming Salon and Spa provides full face and body waxing making it the perfect place to take care of that pesky uni-brow or prepare for swimsuit season. Additionally, they offer massages for $80 an hour and facials as low as $55.

When these services are combined with the calming atmosphere they provide the perfect way to take a brief vacation from the hectic nature of everyday life. Speaking of hectic, Charming Salon and Spa provides a play area for children while their parents enjoy some of the salons many treatments.

Other services such as eyelash perming, chemical peels and microdermabrasion are offered at low rates and performed by the engaging and friendly staff.

Also, due to their convenient hours and the provided play area for children, the salon is perfect for the busy working parent.

In addition, the calming and aestheticallypleasing environment, enhanced by their recent remodeling endeavors add to the unique salon experience.

—Claire Edwards

For more information visit them on Facebook or call 812-219-3952.

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Hawg ‘N’ Sauce (Mt. Vernon) 1600 Leonard Rd. 812-838-5339 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.hawgnsaucebbq.com powered by Click4AMeal Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 422-6919 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards J & B Bar-B-Cue (Henderson) 48 S. Holloway 812-270-830-0053 Under $10/No Reservations/ No Alcohol/Checks/MC/VISA Landmark BBQ 3901 Broadway Ave. 401-7427 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Marx Barbeque & Catering Service 3119 W. Maryland St. 425-1616 Under $10/Casual/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ Full Service Catering Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn (Owensboro, KY) 2840 W. Parrish Ave. 800-322-8989 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted for parties of 10 or more/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine

Southern Ride BBQ (New Harmony, IN) 1023 B Church St. 812-682-4227 Under $10/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ All Major CC Thomason’s (Henderson, KY) 701 Atkinson St. 270-826-0654 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/No Alcohol Wilson’s General Store, Café & BBQ (Evansville) 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Wolf’s Bar-B-Q Restaurant 6000 First Ave. 424-8891 Under$10/Casual/Checks/ Reservations Accepted/VISA/ MC/Online ordering available –www.wolfsbarbq.com powered by Click4AMeal

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Allegra (Inside Holiday Inn Airport Hotel) 7101 Hwy 41 North 812-867-7999 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major CC/No Checks Applebee’s Bar & Grill (East) 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 471-0929 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr. 426-2006 (Henderson) 1950 Us Hwy. 41 N. (270) 826-9427 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major CC

Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon HIll Rd. 812-868-4653 Reservations Accepted/Under $10, VISA/MC/DSCVR/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 475-1510 $10-$15/ Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Hadi Shrine 6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 475-0229 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX

Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd.

476-7069 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

J. Gumbo’s 1211 N. Tudor Ln. 473-2951 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/All major Credit Cards/No Alcohol

Beans & Baristas 800 N. Green River Rd. 475-8566 (Eastland Mall) Under$10/Casual/MC/VISA

Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

The Nisbet Inn (Haubstadt) 6701 Nisbet Rd. 812-963-9305 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted

Beef O’Brady’s (Newburgh, IN) 8177 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-9464 Under $10/Causal/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Shyler’s Bar-B-Q 405 S. Green River Rd. 476-4599 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

C.K.B. Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar (Henderson, Ky) 108 N. 2nd St. 270- 212-2133 $10-$15/Causal/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

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Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 812-909-0388 Reservations Accepted/ full bar

Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC/Full Bar

Lucky Joe’s Bar & Grill.

3300 US HWY 41 N. (Hend) 812-435-8908 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Major Munch (Old Post Office Place, Downtown Evansville) 437-2363 (Henderson) 104 N Water St. (270) 212-2070 Under $10/Casual/ VISA/MC/Online ordering available – wwwmajormunch.com powered by Click4AMeal Max & Erma’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 1) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4258 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 401-4630Under $10/ Casual/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 6636 E. Lloyd Exp. 473-4100 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Riverside Cookery (Inside Casino Aztar) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 433-4227 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Inside Cold Stone Creamery) 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy 437-2653 Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 401-SHOW (West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 402-7100 Under $10/ Casual/Checks Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar/ Online ordering available – www.showmes.com Steeplechase Café (Clarion Inn Airport) 4101 Hwy. 41 N. 424-6400 $10-$15/Full Bar /CC

Temptations Buffet Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-4000 Under $10/Casual/ Credit Cards Accepted T.G.I. Friday’s (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 491-8443Under $10/ Casual/Full Bar/No Reservations/No Checks/ All Major CC Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-2664 (North) 4660 N. 1st Ave. 423-1800 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC

CHINESE

Canton Inn Restaurant 947 North Park Dr. 428-6611 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 423-9897 Under $10/Casual/

China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 423-1896 Under $10/Casual/Checks Beer & Wine/All Major CC China Super Buffet 127 N. Burkhardt Rd. 476-8788 Under $10/Casual/VISA/ MC/DSCVR China Village (Newburgh, IN) 8423 Bell Oaks Dr. 812-858-8238 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC/ DSCVR Chopstick House Restaurant 5412 E. Indiana St. 473-5551 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/Credit Cards Crazy Buffet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 437-8833 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/No checks/Credit Cards

Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 473-4855 (Newburgh, IN) 5066 S.R. 261 812-853-2680 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/ MC/DSCVR Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 476-6666 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ No Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Janbo Restaurant 4500 W. Lloyd Expwy.

422-8289 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC/DSCVR

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Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 471-8881 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4313 E. Morgan Ave. 479-5006 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Beer & Wine/AMEX/MC Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 476-7088 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/VISA/MC MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 475-2888 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 464-2769 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 479-7600 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC/AMEX Taste of China 4579 University Dr. 422-1260 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Alcohol Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet 201 B N. Green River Rd 474-6660 Under $10/All Major CC/No Checks/No Alcohol Two Brothers 3806 N. 1st Ave. 423-6188 Under $10/Casual/Reservations/ MC/VISA/DSCVR Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 474-0181 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/All Major CC/Full Bar

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DELI/CAFES

Abby Road Coffee Bean Emporium 422 N. Main St. 402-0842 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC/No Alcohol Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 204 Main St. 470-7763 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St. 423-5713 Under $10/Checks/All Major CC Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 401-8111 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Choo Choo Café & Deli 915 Main St., Ste. Caboose 812-319-7816 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Cleo’s Bakery & Brown Bag Lunches 9 W. Jennings St. (Newburgh, IN) 812-789-6485 Under $10/Checks/All Major CC Coffee Cottage & Café 612 S. Weinbach Ave. 401-1930 Under $10/Casual/Visa/MC Daily’s Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 484-6635 Reservations Accepted/ Under $10/Casual/Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/No Alcohol Diamond Deli (Inside Casino Aztar) 421 Riverside Dr. 433-6122 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop (West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 426-1011 (North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 426-2311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 426-0011 (East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 479-0511 1950 Washington Ave. 477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 402-4111 (Newburgh, IN) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911

Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206-208 Main St. 422-3026/422-7030 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol Enjoy It! Catering 919 North Park Drive 425-6569 Under $10/Casual/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Eric’s Corner Carry-Out 4220 Broadway Ave 402-9788 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major CC Fresh Harvest Deli 1 Main St. (in Old National) 421-0407 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC The Granola Jar 1033 Mt. Pleasant Rd. 437-1899 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards The Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 476-7212 Under $10/Casual/MC/VISA Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Ave. 476-4999 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Honey Baked Ham & Café 1449 N. Green River Rd. 471-2940 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Inlumi Cafe & Bakery 4833 Hwy 261 812-490-9205 Under $10/Reservations/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 479-8272 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 401-5400 (Newburgh, IN) 8680 Highpoint Dr. 491-7111 130 N. St. Joe Ave 402-9944 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC

Just Rennies Cookies 102 S.E. 4th St. 490-8098 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major CC ordering available -www.justrennies.compowered by Click4AMeal Maxine’s Cafe & Bakery 1322 N. Green River Rd. 473-3663 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ No Alcohol/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.maxinescafebakery.com powered by Click4AMeal Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 476-7477 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-PENN (7366) (North) 4827 David Lant 402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr. 434-PENN (Newburgh) 8887 High Point Dr. 812-401-7366 (Owensboro, KY) 3625 Frederica St. 270-683-1515 (Henderson, KY) 1111 Barrett Rd. 270-826-7361Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/All Major CC Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. 421-8741 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 424-2253 Under $5/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/Checks/ DSCVR/VISA/MC Pita Pit 1211 Turor Ln. 402-6205 Under $10/No Alcohol/All Major CC Planter’s Coffee House (Henderson, KY) 130 N. Main St. 270-830-0927 Under $5/Casual/ All Major CC Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E. Virginia St. 402-3889 Under $10/Casual/Checks All Major CC/No Alcohol Roly Poly Sandwiches 5702 E. Virginia St. 812-962-2326 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ VISA/MC

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Salad World Healthy Cafe (North) 601 East Booneville NewHarmony Rd. 867-2741 (East) 3311 N. Green River Rd. 471-5083 (West) 4951 W. Lloyd Expwy.

467-7486 (Downtown) 200 Main St. 422-0898 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd 812-490-6070 Under $10/Casual/Cash/VISA/ MC/ DSCVR/No Alcohol/No Checks Schlotzsky’s 301 N. Green River Rd. 471-4011 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Spudz –N– Stuff (East) 812 S. Green River Rd. 401-7783 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr. 402-8287 (Downtown) 101 NW 1st St. 402-7555 (Henderson, KY) 192 Garden Mile Rd. 270-212-1777 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/ No Reservations/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR/ Online ordering available – www.spudznstuff.com powered by Click4AMeal Smiling Moose Deli 724 N. Burkhardt Rd., Ste. 700 477-3354 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Sweet Baby Cheeses (In Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd. 477-2253 Under $10/No Alcochol/No Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 421-0606 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Vecchio’s Italian Market & Delicatessen (Newburgh, IN) 14 W. Jennings St. 490-7879 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/ DSCVR

FAMILY/HOMESTYLE Bob Evans Restaurant (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 (Owensboro, KY) 3123 Kentucky Hwy. 54 270-683-3515 (Princeton, IN) US 41 & State Rt. 64 812-386-1228 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol/VISA/ MC Buffalo Wild Wings (BW3) (East) 713 N. Green River Rd. 471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr. 471-9464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Service Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Burger Bank 1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-2265 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 479-6388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Franklin Lanes Coffee Shop 1801 W. Franklin St. 423-5355 Under $10/All Major CC/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 473-0001 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/ No Checks/VISA/MC Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 479-8788 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 422-6464 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Online ordering available – www. crosseyedcricketrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal

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Culver’s Frozen Custard Butter Burgers 1734 Hirschland Rd. 437-3333 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/DSCVR

Golden Corral (East) 130 Cross Point Blvd.

473-1095 (Henderson, KY) 1770 S. Green St. 270-869-9310

Denny’s Classic Diner (West) 5212 Weston Rd. 424-4472 (Newburgh, IN) 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156 Under $10/Casual/Formal/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

The Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 422-1757 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash/ Check/All Major CC/Full Bar

Denny’s Restaurant (North) 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 423-9459 (East) 351 N. Green River 473-1063 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ No Alcohol/All Major CC Ellis Park-Clubhouse (Henderson, KY) Hwy. 41 North 800-333-8110 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards 5 Guys Burgers 5402 E. Indiana St. 401-1773 Under $10/Checks/All MajorCC/No Alcohol Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 423-1113 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC/Reservations Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Gemeca Inn (Ft. Branch, IN) 802 E. Locust St. 812-753-4441 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/No Checks/All Major CC Get and Go Casserole 6840 Logan Drive 475-8830 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Checks/No Alcohol

Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ No Credit Cards/Checks Accepted IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-0510 Under $10, Casual/ No Reservations/No Alcohol Served/All Major CC KT’s Fire Grill (Wadesville, IN) 7247 Main St. 812-673-4996 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar Reservations/VISA/MC Koodie-Hoo’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 231 W. 2nd St. 812-838-5202 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 437-3040 Under $10/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Log Inn (Haubstadt, IN) 12491 S. 200 E. 812-867-3216 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 423-6388 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted Mr. Earl’s 1113 Riverside Dr. 474-5013 Under $10/Cash Only

O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E. Indiana St. 479-6632 (West) 5125 Pearl Dr. 424-3348 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC The Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major C CReservations/ Checks Accepted/ The Redwagon Restaurant & Bar (Poseyville) Hwy. 165 & I-64 812-874-2210 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations/All Major CC The Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr. 425-2261 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations/Checks Accepted/NoAlcohol Popeye’s Chicken 3300 N. 1st. Ave 401-1773 Under $10/All MajorCC/ Pop’s Grill (New Harmony, IN) 516 S. Main St. 812-682-3880 $10-$15/Casual/Checks Accepted/VISA/MC Rafferty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 471-0024 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Red Fez (in Hadi Shrine Building)6 Walnut St. 423-4285 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Rose Hill Cafe (Newburgh, IN) 8133 Rose Hill Dr. 812-853-8443 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/Cash Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol St. Joe Inn 9515 St. Wendel Rd. 812-963-9310 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar

Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7330 Under $10/Check MC/Visa/ Reservations/Buffett Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 424-1416 Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

FINE DINING

Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy.

401-3474 $15-$25/Credit Cards/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar Cavanaugh’s Casino Aztar (Pavilion Level 2) 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. 433-4333 $20-$30/Reservations Recommended/No Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$25/Causual/ Reservations Recommended/ All Major Credit Cards DeLizio Italian Eatery (Henderson, Ky) 145 N. Main St. 270-212-3566 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards The Edgewater Grille (Newburgh, IN) 1 E. Water St. 812-858-2443 $10-$15/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC The Jungle Restaurant 415 Main St. 425-5282 $10-$15/Reservations Reccomeded/Checks Accepted/All Major CC/ Full Bar

FROZEN YOGURT

Orange Leaf 701 Burkhardt Rd. 401-5215 Under $10/All Major CC Sweet CeCe’s Under $10/All Major CC (North) 12414 US 41 North 812-867-6228 (East) 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 477-5276 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. 401-5232

GERMAN

Gerst Bavarian Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 424-1420 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All CC

GREEK

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

INDIAN

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

IRISH

RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/ Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/

Madeleine’s Restaurant 423 S.E. 2nd St. 491-8611 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Checks/ All Major CC/Full Bar Red Geranium (New Harmony, IN) 504 N. St. 812-682-4431 $15-$25/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ Credit Cards

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Questions:

1. Fill in the blanks: ___ should have a tattoo of ___ on their___ because___.

2. Which one of you would be most successful on Discovery Channel’s Naked & Alive and why?

3. Which one of you would be most likely to be ejected from a sporting event and why?

T-Rav of

Jon of 1.Travis should have a tattoo of the Fox News logo on his butt. The reason for that is because I think he would like nothing more than to have Bill O’Reilly, Sean Hannity and Ann Coulter put a big ol’ lip-lock in the same place he is always suggesting they have lunch sometime.

2. I think I would be best suited for Naked & Alive because I would be in the least danger by far. My wife won’t even go near me when I’m even semi-naked so, it’s a sure bet that no creature, wild or otherwise would even consider getting close to me in the wilderness if I were naked…No matter how hungry they were.

3. I think it would be a tie between Kat and I as far as who is most likely to get thrown out of sporting event. Kat is not the biggest sports fan in the world, so doing something to get herself thrown out would put an end to her misery. I would get thrown out for the same reason I outlined in question #2. The more beer I drink at a sporting event, the more I want to loosen my belt and undo the front of my pants and it goes straight downhill from there. If it’s an Otter’s game, it gives a whole new meaning to a suicide squeeze….

Do ya feel me?

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1. Jon should have a tattoo of the old WKDQ

Rabbit mascot on his chest because I think he owes me for all the times I spent in that mascot costume. Way back in the days when I started interning at Townsquare Media (back then it was Regent Communications). Trying to be entertaining while trapped in the broiling confines of that costume was not for the weak.

2. Kat, for sure. Considering her work with local Humane Societies, I think she now possesses some sort of “Cinderella magic.” The animals of the island would just end up doing her bidding. I think the only thing that would hold her back would be missing a few episodes of The Voice.

3.

I’m going to go with me on this one. Why would I be kicked out? Streaking. I’ve been working hard to lose weight and tone up lately.

I’ll be damned if I keep my clothes on once I hit my goal!

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Kat of

KAT’S PHOTO IS KEVIN BROWN PHOTOGRAPHY

1. I should have a tattoo of a cassette tape

on my wrist because, well, I’ve always wanted one! Besides, I’m the only one of us with a bunch of tattoos already! LOL

2. It would definitely be Jon that would be most successful! I have the feeling he has some Bear Grylls-style survival skills up his sleeve for sure! I bet he’s one of the few men who can actually make fire with just two sticks!

3. I think T-Rav would be the one to get ejected from a sporting event. I can imagine it in my head... He’s standing up yelling at the ref over a call that he doesn’t agree with in a way that only T-Rav can, and the ref would look at him and yell, “You’re outta here!”

ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN Angelo’s 305 Main St. 428-6666 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy.

421-0800 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Café Arazu (Newburgh, IN) 117 W. Jennings St. 812-842-2200 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/ MC/DSCVR DeLizio Italian Eatery (Henderson, Ky) 145 N. Main St. 270-212-3566 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Dilegge’s Italian 607 N. Main St. 428-3004 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/ Online ordering available – www.dileggesrestaurant.com powered by Click4AMeal House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky 422-0572 $15-$25//Reservations/Checks/ Full Bar Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria (Henderson, Ky) 2201 Hwy 41 N. 270-212-2352 $10/Casual/All Major CC Manna Mediterranean 2913 Lincoln Ave. 473-7005 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 484-2222 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit Cards/Beer & Wine The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 1100 N. Green River Rd. 473-2903 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards Pita Pan (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd. 853-9555 Under $10/Casual/ No Alcohol/VISA

Raffi’s Italian & Mediterranean Cuisine 1100 N. Burkhardt Rd. 479-9166 $10-$15/Dressy Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Smitty’s Italian SteakHouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC

JAPANESE

Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 917 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440 $10-$20/Casual/Beer & Wine/ Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards Ginmiya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant 471-8100 Reservations/ $10-$15/No Checks/ All Major CC/ No Alcohol Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 812-868-0830 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 471-7076 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.mykanpai.com powered by Click4AMeal Nagasaki Inn 5720 Virginia St. 473-1442 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi 5435 Pearl Dr. 424-3413 Checks Accepted/Reservations Accepted/VISA/MC/DSCVR Roppongi Japanase Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St. 437-5824 $10-15/Reservations Accpeted/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 401-1020 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge 1448 N. Green River Rd. 477-9854 $10-$15/Casual/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • August 2013

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Tokyo Teppanyaki Japanese Cuisine (Henderson, Ky) 2222 Us Hwy 41 N. 270-869-1968 Under $10/All Major CC/Full Bar

KOREAN

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

MEXICAN

Acapulco Mexican (Newburgh, IN) 8480 High Pointe Dr. 812-858-7777 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/MC, Visa/ Online ordering available – www.fiestaacapulco.com powered by Click4AMeal Cancun Mexican (Henderson) 341 S. Green St. 270-826-0067 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards/Online ordering available – www.cancunhenderson.com powered by Click4AMeal El Charro 720 N. Sonntag Ave. 421-1986 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/All Major Credit CC/Beer & Wine El Maguey (Boonville, IN) 601 W. State Rd. 62 812-897-2028 3250 Warrick Dr. 812-897-6666 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/MC, VISA/Online ordering available – www.mymaguey.com powered by Click4AMeal El Rio Mexican 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Under $10/Casual/ No Checks/Full Bar/CC Hacienda Mexican Restaurant (East) 990 S. Green River 474-1635 (North) 711 N. 1st. Ave. 423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr. 422-2055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major CC Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr. Suite A 437-5010 Under $10/All Major CC/ No Alcohol

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Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln. 490-2814 $5-$15/CasualReservations Accepted/Full Bar/Major CC La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 477-3351 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar/Online ordering available – www.lacabanaevansville.com powered by Click4AMeal Los Bravos (East) 834 Tutor Ln. 474-9078 (North) 3534 First Ave. 424-4101 (West) 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy.

464-3136 (Boonville) 3311 Liberty Blvd 812-897-3442 (Jasper) 198 S Newton 812-482-7564 (Loogootee) 502 W Broadway 812-295-2069 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC/AMEX Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 475-0566 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/No Checks/All Major CC/ Full Bar Los Toribio’s (Henderson, KY) 2810 U.S. 41 N. 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. 270-831-2367 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Service Bar/All Major CC Los Tres Camino’s 12100 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/All Major CC/Full Bar Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy.

491-6637 Under $10/Casual/All Major CC/ Beer & Wine Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 401-0800 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA

Riviera Mexican Grill 10604 SR. 662 (Newburgh) 490-9936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/

Big M’s Pizzeria 1424 N. Main St. 434-6909 $10-$15/Casual/VISA/MC

Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 402-8226 Under $10/Casual/VISAMC

Boston’s - The Gourmet Pizza 3911 Venetian Dr. 812-853-3400 $5-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Tequila’s (Mt. Vernon, IN) 408 Southwind Plaza 812-838-2392 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ MC/VISA

PIZZA/ SANDWICHES

Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant (Newburgh) 8309 Bell Oaks Dr. 490-7778 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/Visa, MC/Online ordering available – www.archieandclydes.com -powered by Click4AMeal

Cici’s Pizza (East) 101-B N. Green River Rd. 477-2424 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G 812-962-0034 Under $10/Casual/No Alcohol Served/Non Smoking/VISA/MC Dave’s Sports Den Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 425-2515 Under $10/Casual/Checks / Full Bar/All Major CC

Firedome Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2046 Hwy. 41 N. 270-830-7700 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 477-2141 Under $10/All Major Credit Cards/No Alcohol Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd. 812-868-8071 Under $10/Casual Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 473-3800 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Accepted Geronte’s Pizza 4706 Vogel Rd. 474-1700 Under $10/Casual/Checks / Beer & Wine/VISA/MC

Greeks Pizzeria 240 S. Green River Rd. 402-4733 Under $10/Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.greeekspizzeria.com powered by Click4AMeal Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 437-4343 Under $10/Casual/VISA/MC Online orderingavailable – www.headyspizza.com powered by Click4AMeal Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 402-8900 Under $10/VISA/MC Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 422-1212 3115 E. Covert Ave. 477-6262 3904 First Ave 421-3000 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings (Henderson, KY) 2611 Hwy. 41 N. 270-826-1111 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ Beer & Wine/MC Rockhouse at Wolf’s (Henderson, KY) 31 N. Green St. 270-212-1400 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar

Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria (Henderson, KY) 2201 HWY 41 270-212-2352 Under $10/All Major CC/ No Alcohol

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Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy.

401-1400 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/ Full Bar/Online ordering available – www. evansvilleoldchicago.com powered by Click4AMeal Papa John’s Pizza 1244 Hwy 41 812-867-7272 (East) 303 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7700 (East) 5436 E. Indiana St. 473-5200 (North) 4204 N. 1st Ave. 425-2345 (West) 4814 W. Lloyd Expwy.

812-423-7272 Under $10/Credit Cards (Newburgh) 3955 Hayley Dr. 812-858-7272 (Henderson) 418 Center St. 270-826-4444 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 423-3339 Under $10/Beer & Wine/ Checks/MC/VISA

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Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rounder’s Pizza (North) 510 W. Mill Rd. 424-4960 (East) 12731 N. Green River 812-867-7172 Under $10/Casual/Checks/ Beer & Wine/VISA/MC Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware 423-3160 $10-$15/Casual/No Alcohol Samuel’s Place (New Harmony, IN) 518 Main. St. 812-682-3001 Under $10/Casual/ All Major Credit Cards Sandy’s Pizza (Ft. Branch, IN) 609 S. Main St. 812-759-3972 Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/All Major CC

Spankey’s Una Pizza 714 N. Sonntag 402-6776 $10-$15/Checks Accepted/ MC/ VISA/ The Slice 2011 Lincoln Ave. 476-8518 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Beer & Wine/ All Major Credit Cards Talk of the Town Pizza 1200 Edgar St. 402-8696 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/Beer & Wine/ VISA/MC Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 477-7500 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Turoni’s Pizzeria & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871 (Newburgh, IN) 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 490-5555 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/Full Bar - In house Brewery/All Major Credit Cards Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N. 1st Ave. 464-4472 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

PRIVATE DINING

C.J.’s Party Place (Inside Willow Lanes) Virginia & Hwy. 41 422-6682 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary for Parties/ All Major CC Edgewater La Veranda Banquest Room 5 E. Water St. (Newburgh, IN) 812-858-2443 Reservations/Full Bar/ All Major CC Just Rennie’s Catering 100 S.E. 4th St.401-8098 $15 to $25/Banquet facilities for private parties up to 40 people/ Conference Calling/WiFi Internet/ AV Equipment/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Online ordering available – www.justrennies.com - powered by Click4AMeal The Event Gallery 956 Parrett St. 467-4255 $15 - $25/Banquet facilities/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards Kirby’s 1113-1119 Parrett St. 422-2230 $20-$50/Full Bar/ Reservations Necessary/ All Major Credit Cards Old Post Office Event Center 100 NW. 2nd St. 812-253-2102 $10-$15/Full Bar Schmitt Catering & More 812-909-0566/812-774-6547 Under $10/Reservations Necessary/Checks Accepted/No Credit Cards

PUBS

Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 423-0726 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Credit Cards Corner Pocket Bar & Grill 1819 N. Fulton Ave. 428-2255 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Cricket’s (Newburgh) 518 W. Main St. 812-858-2782 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Darren’s Pub (Henderson, KY) 713 N. Green St. 812-827-2206 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC Dave’s Sportsden Pizza & Pub 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887 Under $10/Full Bar/Checks/Major CCs

Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA/MC K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill 1121 S. Green River Rd. 437-9920 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/ VISA/MC/DSCVR Joke Factory 217 Main St. 812-604-1936 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/All Major Credit Cards Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 479-1542 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ VISA/MC Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 437-0171 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Main Gate Sports Bar 518 Main St. 428-7776 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/VISA/MC/DSCVR The Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 475-8780 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Cash Only Mojo’s Boneyard Sportsbar & Grille 4920 Bellemeade Ave. 475-8593 under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/ All Major Credit Cards On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson, KY) 100 2nd St. 270-826-2424 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Old Chicago Pasta & Pizza 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy.

401-1400 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards The Pub 1348 Division St. 423-2121 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Cards The Pointe Sports Bar 830 LST Dr. 425-4840 Under $10/Casual/No Checks/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 426-0000 $10-$25/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • August 2013

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Roca Bar 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 422-7782 12301 Hwy. 41 North 812-868-8898 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Rookie’s Sports Bar (Henderson, KY) 117 Second St. 270-826-1106 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Credit Cards/Full Bar Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 425-1912 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Not Accepted/ VISA/MC/DSCVR

SEAFOOD

Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy.

401-3474 $15-$25/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Credit Cards/Full Bar Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. 475-1074 $10-$15/Casual/ Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards Gator’s Hot Fish 1203 N. Main St. 402-7775 Under $10/Casual Harbor Bay Seafood (Next to Showplace Cinemas) (East) 4706 Morgan Ave. 402-5122 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards (North) 4428 N. First Ave. (In the North Park) 426-0133 $10-15/Casual/Full Bar/ Reservations Accepted/ Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards Par-K Seafood 757 South Green River Rd 401-5222 $10-$15/Casual/Res Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards

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Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 477-9227 $10-$15/Casual/ Full Bar/Credit Cards Tin Fish (Newburgh, IN) 300 W. Jennings Station 490-7000 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ All Major Credit Cards

SPANISH

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

STEAKHOUSES

Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 479-6974 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Haub Steak House (Haubstadt, IN) 101 E. Haub St. 812-768-6462 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Recommended/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/All Major CC Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky 422-0572 $15-$25//Reservations/Checks/ Full Bar Logan’s Roadhouse Steakhouse (East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 421-0908 Under $10/Casual/No Res/ Checks/Full Bar/All Major CC Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 473-2400 $10-$15/Casual/Call Ahead Seating/Checks Accepted/ All Major Credit Cards/Full Bar Logsdon’s Restaurant (Boonville, IN) 1206 E. Main St. (812) 897-8813 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

N.W. Chop House & Wine Bar (Newburgh, IN) 7799 St. Hwy 66 812-853-9500 $10-$15/Reservations/Checks/ All Major CC/Full Bar Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 474-0005 $10-$15/Casual/No Reservations/Full Bar/ Sirloin Stockade 4610 Bellemeade Ave. 473-0300 Under $10/Casual/No Reservations/No Alcohol/All Major CC Smitty’s Italian SteakHouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 423-6280 $10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major Credit CC Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd.

477-7427 $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/ No Reservations/ No Checks/VISA/MC/ DSCVR Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 476-5405 $12-$18/Casual/Reservations/ Full Bar/All MajorCredit Cards

TAVERNS

Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 425-4929 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 429-0055 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/No Checks/All Major CC Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300 Under $10/Casual/MC/ VISA/ Full Bar Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 424-4677 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/ Major Credit Cards

Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 401-1201 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major CC

Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia St. 491-2222 Under $10/Casual/ Cash Only/No CC/Full Bar

Fat Boy Tavern (Ft. Branch IN) 115 N. McCreary Ave. (812)753-9914 Under $10/Full Bar/All Major CC

Legends (Inside River City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 476-74444 Under $10/Casual/ Major CC/Full Bar

Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 423-8040 Under $10/Casual/ No Reservations/Cash Only/Full Bar Hornville Tavern & Catering 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted The Knob Hill Tavern (Newburgh, IN) 1016 Hwy. 662 West 812-853-9550 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Lyle Sports Zone Pizza & Pub 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 425-7729 Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/ VISA/MC/Full Bar The Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 423-5171 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/ MC/VISA, DSCVR Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 423-0872 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker Ave. 491-6229 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/All Major CC 711 Tavern 711 Virginia St. 422-0904 Under $10/Cash Only/Full Bar St. Phillips Inn (Mt. Vernon, IN) 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558 Under $10/Casual/ Reservations Recom/Checks/Full Bar/CC Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 422-0801 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/ Full Bar/All Major CC Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 476-2384 Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks/All Major CC/Full Bar

T.J.’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 402-9273 Under $10/Casual/ Full Bar/Cash Only Yellow Tavern (New Harmony, IN) 521 Church St. 812-682-3303 Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks/No Credit & Debit

THAI

Thai Papaya Cuisine 6240 E. Virginia St. 477-8424 Under $10/ All Major CC/Online ordering available – www. thaipapayacuisine.com - powered

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VIETNAMESE

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

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T H U RS DAY, AU G U ST 1 Lucky Lady -- Ladies Night 5:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Lynyrd Skynyrd PreParty Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -Ladies Night 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 6:45 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Wil Nance, Liz Hengber and Steve Williams Rookie’s (Henderson) -Joel Shewmake and TBA 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -Cornhole Blind Draw Tournament El Rio -- Trivia Night Ford Center -- Lynyrd Skynyrd The Hatch -- Hundreth, Counterparts, Being As An Ocean and Heart to Heart Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -DJ Jon J Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Larry Cordle, Jeffrey East and Phil “Philbilly” Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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F R I DAY, AU G U ST 2 9:00 AM The Centre -- J & J Ventures and Kentuckiana Amusements Pool & Darts Tournament 11:00 AM Gibson County Fairgrounds -- Trucks 4 Kids 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Jimmy B 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Nick Gregory The Red Geranium Restaurant -- Patio Jams with “Rock-it-Man” Warren Batts 6:45 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -Kerry Kurt Phillips, Tony Arata and Lisa Carver

Rookie’s (Henderson) -- Leslie Satcher, Lance Miller and J. Fred Knobloch 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -Casey Williams 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- The Boat Monkeys Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Respectables 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Curtis Brown 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Pieces of the Day 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Skelton’s Montourage Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Wynn Varble, Jim “Moose” Brown and Mark Alan Springer Doc’s Nightclub -- Karaoke with BK Legends -- Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music Rookie’s (Henderson) -- Tony Arata, Jason Matthews and Larry Cordle 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Nick Hamilton 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Hip-Hop Night with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Zero Kings Lamasco Bar -- Danny Barnes & Flatland Harmony Experiment Lanhucks -- Idder Band, Jordan Miller, Fire to Reason 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Dave Huffman

Sat u r day, Au g u st 3 9:00 AM The Centre -- J & J Ventures and Kentuckiana Amusements Pool & Darts Tournament 10:30 AM Vanderburgh County 4H Fairgrounds – Viking Assault 12:00 PM Metzger’s Tavern (Henderson) -Biker Saturday 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament, APA Rules, $5 Entry 4:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Florence Freedom (SRG Global Doubleheader) 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Jimmy B 6:00 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo Night 6:45 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Lance Miller, Dan Isbell and Joel Shewmake Rookie’s (Henderson) -- Jamie Teachenor, Joe West and TBA 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Troy Miller Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Respectables 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Live Entertainment 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Pieces of the Day 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Boscoe France Band Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Jason Matthews, Leslie Satcher and Wil Nance Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Annual Stock the Pantry Cornhole Tournament

By Thomas Ellis

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he Boys & Girls Club of Evansville presents the 4th Annual Stock the Pantry Cornhole Tournament on August 17th at the Tropicana Events Plaza / Tropicana Evansville (formerly Casino Aztar).

The tournament is the primary funding source for the Stock the Pantry Program which serves to provide members of the Boys & Girls Club with healthy snacks after school and during the summer. Of all the cornhole events in the area, this is the biggest. The tournament begins at 11 a.m. with check-in and late registration from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. In addition, a bierstube featuring three live bands begins at 6 p.m. Team registration for the event is $55; additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Cash prizes for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams will be awarded.

Since 1957, the Boys & Girl Club has provided programming and services for the most at-risk boys and girls in the community.

Currently, there are two main clubs located at 700 Bellemeade Ave. and 1328 Dresden St. and two extensions at Evans School and Cedar Hall School. These four sites serve over 2,000 of the area’s youth. In addition, the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville reaches another 4,000 young people through the SMART Moves Program sponsored by Vectren.

To register for the event or to become a sponsor, visit stockthepantrycornhole.com.

For more information, please call the Boys & Girls Club at 812-425-2311.

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Hammerheads -- DJ Kriss (Sports Bar) Leroy’s Tavern -Karaoke with Sparky O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Katie Watts & The Ideas On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -Live Music Rookie’s (Henderson) -Jim “Moose” Brown, Wynn Varble and Kerry Kurt Phillips 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Whitney Erin & Buffalo Creek 10:00 PM El Rio -- Latino Party!

Music, Dancing & Drink Specials Hammerheads -- Summer Jam with DJ Jake Ryan & Kimberly Robbins KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Zero Kings Lamasco Bar -- Big Daddy Love Lanhucks -- Prowler & Bloodtribe 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Hank & the Cupcake

Amusements Pool & Darts Tournament 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- APA Pool leagues 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Troy Miller 5:05 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Florence Freedom 8:30 PM KC’s Timeout Lounge – Junkyard Stereo 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Amazing Soul Crackers Lamasco Bar -- Shock to the System 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

S U N DAY, AU G U ST 4

M O N DAY, AU G U ST 5

Cambridge Golf Club -- 3rd Annual Expressway for the Cure Golf Scramble Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 9:00 AM The Centre -- J & J Ventures and Kentuckiana

O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Amateur Night: Comedy, Poetry, Acoustic, Etc. 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke

Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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T u es day, Au g u st 6 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -- Texas Hold ‘Em 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bring a Partner Cornhole Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Matt Clark & Friends 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Trivia Night 8:30 PM Old Chicago -- Trivia Tuesday 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lamasco Bar -- The Giving Tree Band 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

W ed n es day, Au g u st 7 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts Rick’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Bike Night 6:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Bike Night Roca Bar North -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Ladies Night with Danielle Muehlbauer Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Matt Clark & Friends 8:00 PM Dave’s Sportsden and Pizza Pub -Karaoke with Randall Marshall Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Open Mic 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke

Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Beat Daddies Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke

T h u rs day, Au g u st 8 Lucky Lady -- Ladies Night 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Ladies Night 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Cornhole Blind Draw Tournament El Rio -- Trivia Night Henderson Fine Arts Center -Rhonda Vincent Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- DJ Jon J Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Velcro Pygmies Lanhucks -- Karaoke by Full Throttle with Hot Rod 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Sam Rice 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Lamasco Bar – Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ

F r i day, Au g u st 9 Downtown Henderson -- Bluegrass In the Park Folklife Festival 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Gary Ward Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Music Concert Series at Central Library

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he Evansville Public Library’s Dig Into Music concert series continues in August with two highly anticipated performances from Andy Norvell (August 7th) and Likewise (August 21st) in the lobby of Central Library downtown. Both shows are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. The summer concert series gives the community an opportunity to hear some of the area’s best music for free.

Previous performances in June and July included sets by Monte Skelton, Kennedy Rose, The Vintage Rendition and Zion.

A Henderson native, Norvell spent several years studying the music business at Nashville’s Belmont University. Since 2004, he has been playing acoustic shows in and around Evansville, delighting crowds with his unique take on popular songs of the day as well as rock classics. Norvell’s music may be acoustic, but he uses technology to create loops and layer his sound. The effect is that of a oneman band.

Likewise, a duo featuring Matt Cassidy and Ben Dahlquist, was recently the subject of News4U’s Soundboard article which puts the spotlight on exceptional local musical talent. The two have been playing shows all over Evansville and Newburgh at places like Tin Fish and Greek’s Pizzeria. With harmonies reminiscent of Simon and Garfunkel, Cassidy and Dahlquist have a bright future ahead.

—Thomas Ellis Come support the Dig Into Music concert series. Admission is free. For more information, call 812-428-8200 or visit evpl.org. Central Library is located at 200 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

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6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Nick Gregory The Red Geranium Restaurant -- Patio Jams with “Rock-it-Man” Warren Batts 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Keith Vincent (Patio) Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Jeremiah Coursey (Coming Home Party) The Hatch -- The Greenery, The Teeth 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -Casey Williams 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Likewise Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Artie Dean Harris 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Byron Rohrig 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Never Been Caught 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Waywards Doc’s Nightclub -- Karaoke with BK Koodie Hoos -- DJ & Karaoke with Greg Hays Legends -- Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Nick Smith Trio 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Hip-Hop Night with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Flat Stanley Lamasco Bar -- The Ladybirds with Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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SAT U R DAY, AU G U ST 1 0 Downtown Henderson -- Bluegrass In the Park Folklife Festival 11:00 AM Barnes & Noble Bookseller -- Scott Sieg Book Signing Newburgh Old Lock & Dam Park -Old Dam Blues & Bar-B-Q Festival 12:00 PM Metzger’s Tavern (Henderson) -Biker Saturday 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament, APA Rules, $5 Entry Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Beer Tasting 4:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Schaumberg Boomers (Deaconess Doubleheader) 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Gary Ward 6:00 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo Night 7:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Keith Vincent 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Acquired Taste Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Artie Dean Harris 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Po Dunk Willies 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Never Been Caught

9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Darwin Initiative Hammerheads -- DJ Kriss (Sports Bar) Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Tastes Like Chicken (formerly The Crowd) On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Rich Hardesty 10:00 PM El Rio -- Latino Party! Music, Dancing & Drink Specials Hammerheads -- Summer Jam with DJ Jake Ryan & Kimberly Robbins KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Flat Stanley Lamasco Bar -- Gentlemen & Scholars with The Vintage Rendition Lanhucks -- Dave Flick Band 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Casey Williams

S u n day, Au g u st 1 1 Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Sports Night 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- APA Pool leagues 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 5:05 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Schaumberg Boomers (Kenny Kent Chevy) 8:30 PM KC’s Timeout Lounge – Elliot Sublett 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Amazing Soul Crackers

10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory Lamasco Bar -- Vagabond Swing

M o n day, Au g u st 1 2 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Sports Night 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Amateur Night: Comedy, Poetry, Acoustic, Etc. 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic

T u es day, Au g u st 1 3 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -- Texas Hold ‘Em 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bring a Partner Cornhole Downtown Evansville -- Downtown Dishcrawl The Hatch -- Coma Regalia, For Want Of Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Trivia Night 8:30 PM Old Chicago -- Trivia Tuesday 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lamasco Bar -- Rigdon & Gatewood and the Hi-Rize Hillbillies Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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10:00 PM Hammerheads -Karaoke with Hillory

W ED N ES DAY, AU G U ST 1 4 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts Rick’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Bike Night 6:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Bike Night Roca Bar North -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Ladies Night with Danielle Muehlbauer Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Marlinaires 8:00 PM Dave’s Sportsden and Pizza Pub -- Karaoke with Randall Marshall 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Joe’s Garage Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke

T H U RS DAY, AU G U ST 1 5 Lucky Lady -- Ladies Night Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Entertainment News4U.me 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -Ladies Night 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -Cornhole Blind Draw Tournament El Rio -- Trivia Night Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition 8:00 PM Victory Theatre -- Summer Country Nights Concert Series: Charlie Worsham 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -DJ Jon J Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Karaoke by Full Throttle with Hot Rod 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Katie Watts 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Lamasco Bar – Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ

F r i day, Au g u st 1 6 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Byron Rohrig 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Nick Gregory The Red Geranium Restaurant -- Patio Jams with “Rock-it-Man” Warren Batts 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs. Gateway Grizzlies (Henderson County Chamber of Commerce) 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Po Dunk Willies (Patio) Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -Keith Vincent 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Andrea Wirth 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Scott Winzinger Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Lunar Beach House 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -Casey Williams 8:30 PM Club Royale -- McFly 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Idgets Doc’s Nightclub -- Karaoke with BK Legends -- Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Wallerpalooza with Deja Blu-5, Retro Shock & Two

Other Bands On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Katie Watts 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Hip-Hop Night with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Bad Medicine Lamasco Bar -- Boscoe France Band Lanhucks -- Soda Monkey & the Cool Water Kids 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Entertainment

Sat u r day, Au g u st 17 10:00 AM Tropicana Evansville (Events Plaza) -- Boys and Girls Club 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament and Bierstube with Music 12:00 PM Metzger’s Tavern (Henderson) -- Biker Saturday 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament, APA Rules, $5 Entry Winetree (North) -- Beer Tasting 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Byron Rohrig 6:00 PM Holy Spirit Campus -Bingo Night 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs. Gateway Grizzlies (Marathon & Econolodge) Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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7:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Live Music Downtown Evansville -- The Mid-Summer’s Night Relay Marathon 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Nick Hamilton Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Lunar Beach House 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Keith Vincent 8:30 PM Club Royale -- McFly 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Calabash Hammerheads -- DJ Kriss (Sports Bar) Lanhucks -- Rockabilly Night (Three Bands) Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -Casey Williams 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Never Been Caught 10:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Velair 7 El Rio -- Latino Party!

Music, Dancing & Drink Specials Hammerheads -- Summer Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Entertainment News4U.me Jam with DJ Jake Ryan & Kimberly Robbins KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Bad Medicine Lamasco Bar -- Skelton’s Montourage 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Rory & Kyle

S U N DAY, AU G U ST 1 8 Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 7:00 AM Downtown Evansville -- The Burning Quad Criterium Race 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- APA Pool leagues 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 5:05 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Gateway Grizzlies 8:30 PM KC’s Timeout Lounge – Tim Ash 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Amazing Soul Crackers Lamasco Bar -- Spiritual Rez 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

M o n day, Au g u st 1 9 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Sports Night 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Amateur Night: Comedy, Poetry, Acoustic, Etc. 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic

T u es day, Au g u st 20 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -- Texas Hold ‘Em 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bring a Partner Cornhole

Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Trivia Night 8:30 PM Old Chicago -- Trivia Tuesday 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lamasco Bar -- Alonzo Pennington 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

W ed n es day, Au g u st 21 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts Rick’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool

4:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs. Rockford Aviators (Yellow Book) 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Bike Night 6:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Bike Night Roca Bar North -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Ladies Night with Danielle Muehlbauer Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Dave’s Sportsden and Pizza Pub -Karaoke with Randall Marshall Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Katie Watts Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Beat Daddies Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke

T H U RS DAY, AU G U ST 2 2 Lucky Lady -- Ladies Night 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Ladies Night 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs. Rockford Aviators 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Cornhole Blind Draw Tournament El Rio -- Trivia Night Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Karaoke Survivor Competition (Final Round) 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- DJ Jon J Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Karaoke by Full Throttle with Hot Rod 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Lamasco Bar – Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ

F R I DAY, AU G U ST 23 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Blind Dog Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Entertainment News4U.me 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Nick Gregory The Red Geranium Restaurant -- Patio Jams with “Rock-it-Man” Warren Batts 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs. Frontier Greys (St. Mary’s) 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Keith Vincent (Patio) Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- The Sell Outs 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -Casey Williams 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- Retro Shock Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Broadband 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- River City Hi 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Live Entertainment 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Dang Heathens Doc’s Nightclub -- Karaoke with BK Koodie Hoos -- DJ & Karaoke with Greg Hays Legends -- Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Tenbound 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Hip-Hop Night with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Jiminy & the Crickets

Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- JEB Lanhucks -- TBA 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Blame the Radio

Sat u r day, Au g u st 24 12:00 PM Metzger’s Tavern (Henderson) -Biker Saturday 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament, APA Rules, $5 Entry Winetree (East) -- Beer Tasting 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Blind Dog 6:00 PM Holy Spirit Campus -- Bingo Night The Centre -- 100 Men Who Cook 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Frontier Greys (Indiana Organ Procurement)

7:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Carl Rodenberg 7:30 PM Ford Center -- MMA Goes Country 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Dave’s Sportsden and Pizza Pub -Karaoke with Randall Marshall Roca Bar North -- Lindsey Williams Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Broadband 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Po Dunk Willies 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Live Entertainment 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Smoke Rings Hammerheads -- DJ Kriss (Sports Bar) Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky

O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Back to School Bash with Pieces of the Day On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Brian Hart 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Diversion 10:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Gorantheron El Rio -- Latino Party! Music, Dancing & Drink Specials Hammerheads -- Summer Jam with DJ Jake Ryan & Kimberly Robbins KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -The Jimmies Lamasco Bar -- Shaggy Wanda Lanhucks -- TBA 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Entertainment Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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S U N DAY, AU G U ST 25 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- APA Pool leagues 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller 5:05 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Frontier Greys 8:30 PM KC’s Timeout Lounge -Starbound 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -Amazing Soul Crackers Lamasco Bar -- Stephen Horning Solo 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

M O N DAY, AU G U ST 26 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 6:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Amateur Night: Comedy, Poetry, Acoustic, Etc. 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Open Mic Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

Entertainment News4U.me 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- The Vintage Rendition

T U ES DAY, AU G U ST 27 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Pool 6:30 PM Rick’s Sports Bar -- Texas Hold ‘Em 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Bring a Partner Cornhole Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Stompbox Trio 8:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Trivia Night 8:30 PM Old Chicago -- Trivia Tuesday 9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lamasco Bar -- Kyle Bledsoe 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Hillory

W ED N ES DAY, AU G U ST 28 O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Free Darts

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9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -- Karaoke Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Amazing Soul Crackers Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke

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Rick’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 12:00 PM The Centre -- Women’s Equality Day Luncheon 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Bike Night 6:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -Bike Night

Roca Bar North -- Bike Night 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Ladies Night with Danielle Muehlbauer Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Stompbox Trio 8:00 PM Dave’s Sportsden and Pizza Pub -Karaoke with Randall Marshall Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Andy Jones

Lucky Lady -- Ladies Night 5:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -- Ladies Night 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Irish Session 7:00 PM Doc’s Nightclub -- Cornhole Blind Draw Tournament El Rio -- Trivia Night Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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9:00 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -DJ Jon J Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Club Royale -- Karaoke with BK KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke with Shane Breedlove Lanhucks -- Karaoke by Full Throttle with Hot Rod 9:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Dave Huffman 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Karaoke with Kim & Ryan Lamasco Bar – Karaoke 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ

F R I DAY, AU G U ST 30 5:30 PM Tin Fish -- Neal Yockey 6:00 PM Alhambra Theatre -Alhambra Arts & Music Festival Doc’s Nightclub -- Nick Gregory Haynie’s Corner -Alhambra Arts & Music Festival The Red Geranium Restaurant -- Patio Jams with “Rock-it-Man” Warren Batts 6:35 PM Bosse Field -- Otters vs.

Schaumberg Boomers 7:00 PM Club Royale -- Po Dunk Willies (Patio) Delizio Gourmet Italian Budweiser reminds you to choose a designated driver.

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Eatery (Henderson) -Monte Skelton 7:30 PM Blush Ultralounge & Tapas Bar -- Andrea Wirth 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -Redmon Brothers Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Traffic Jam Band 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Keith Vincent 8:30 PM Club Royale -- Diversion 9:00 PM Cecil’s Bar & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- No Curfew Doc’s Nightclub -Karaoke with BK Legends -- Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- Live Music 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -Tyler King 10:00 PM Hammerheads -- Hip-Hop Night with DJ Jake Ryan KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Class Reunion Party Harrison 1983 KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- McFly Lamasco Bar -- New Town Band Lanhucks -- TBA 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Jason Lee Mckinney

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SAT U R DAY, AU G U ST 31 Reid’s Orchard (Owensboro) -- Big ‘O’ Music Fest 12:00 PM Metzger’s Tavern (Henderson) -- Biker Saturday 4:00 PM Lanhucks -- Open Pool Tournament, APA Rules, $5 Entry 6:00 PM Holy Spirit Campus -Bingo Night 7:00 PM Delizio Gourmet Italian Eatery (Henderson) -Live Music 7:30 PM Ford Center -- Kirk Franklin 8:00 PM Beertropolis -- Live Entertainment Roca Bar North -- No Curfew 8:15 PM OV Watersports Tiki Bar -- Live Entertainment 9:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Vintage Rendition Hammerheads -- DJ Kriss (Sports Bar) Lanhucks -- Punk Rock Night (Various Bands) Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke with Sparky O’Brian’s Sports Bar -Joe’s Garage On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill (Henderson) -- The Sell Outs 9:30 PM Back Stage Bar & Grill -The Regulars 10:00 PM El Rio -- Latino Party! Music, Dancing & Drink Specials

Entertainment News4U.me Hammerheads -- Summer Jam with DJ Jake Ryan & Kimberly Robbins Lamasco Bar -- Eumatik 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pieces of the Day Farewell Summer Bash with Frat & Sorority Contests

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localtalent Brad Eble Photography

BRADE ABLE PHOTOGRAPHY

It has been a dream of Eble’s for many years to have a studio of his own. So at the tail end of 2012, he found the perfect space and jumped in with both feet. With help of his wife Aimee as well as his parents, the family spent four months gutting the space and building that he chose to create his new studio. Eble says, “One of my favorite parts of the 1200 square foot studio is the infinity wall my father and I built. I believe it may be the biggest in the area. We built it into a corner to allow a larger field to shoot. We offer custom framing in-house as well. This allows a one stop shopping experience or if someone has an old damaged frame we can re-purpose it for them too.”

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hotographer Brad Eble of Brad Eble Photography & FrameWorks has been a professional photographer for 15 years.

As long as he can remember, he has had an interest in creating images with a camera. During his 1991 deployment in the Middle East, he took a point and shoot camera and shot with film. He wasn’t satisfied with the images that he was receiving, though, so he started researching how he could create better photographs. In 1993, he started studying Visual Communications at Ivy Tech, and then in 2003, Eble returned to the Middle East with the National Guard. He was assigned the duty of Company UPAR (Unit Public Relations, Photographer), and he was allowed to photograph amazing places that most Americans will never see.

Eble Photography services many areas from seniors, to family, babies, maternity and commercial photography. Eble is also an avid motorcycle enthusiast, so that is what he likes to shoot the most. He also enjoys creating fine art, black and white images. Eble shares, “I enjoy the creative process, the ability to control the final image from start to finish. When I see something I want to photograph, or a task that needs to be completed, it becomes a process of how can I do it better, how can I take better photographs and so on. The learning process never stops.”

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Eble goes on to share, “I do not much care for doing the same thing over and over again. I like to challenge myself every day. I like to be given a puzzle that I have to figure out. I like to build my sets and props if I can.”

He is very proud of his office and studio.

They offer a large showroom for frame and mat selection as well as a beautiful and spacious dressing room with every amenity you could want to get ready for a photo shoot. Their 1200 square foot area gives lots of room to move around and to try different things all while indoors, and their large overhead door allows larger objects, such as motorcycles, to be brought into the studio. Location shoots are available as well, and according to Eble, “We love pets and do photo shoots of them too, and you may find our little pups in the studio from time to time.”

—Nikki Davis Eble Photography, is located studio at 3816 E. Morgan Avenue, Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 812-303-3199, find Brad Eble Photography on Facebook, or find them online at www.bepfw.com.

soundboard Nova

PHOTO CREDIT: NOVA

the Blind MC

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t’s extremely difficult to succeed in the music industry these days. Even if you are incredibly talented, the odds of getting noticed and actually forging a career are astronomical.

Now imagine trying to navigate this challenging scenario without sight, and you might get a sense of what local artist Nova the Blind MC is up against. Thankfully, he’s not going it alone. The 24 year old performer’s tireless work ethic and positive outlook caught the attention of SLmedia One, a top-notch Evansville-based management team headed by David Hildreth and John Rankin. Veterans of the hip-hop scene both here, and in hotbeds like Atlanta - where Hildreth worked alongside legends Scarface and Too Short - the two have a clear plan for developing Nova into a star – and ultimately a brand.

Born in Maryland, Nova lived most of his childhood in Virginia and eventually got serious about music at age 18. “Initially, I was free-styling, but then someone sat me down and convinced me that it just wasn’t clean or professional,” he says. “I needed to start writing my lyrics.”

With a new focus and ever-determined, Nova entered an MC competition – his first actual live performance – and placed second out of 100. The next step was to test the waters in a new scene.

Nova arrived in Evansville a year ago and quickly came under SLmedia One’s radar. Hildreth recalls the first time he heard the Blind MC: “I had moved back to the area from Atlanta and was out trying to acquaint myself with the local

hip-hop scene again after being gone for eight years.

John and I met Nova and his brother at C.K. Newsome in the recording studio. It was clear that Nova was seriously talented, so we started to build a relationship with him.” But it wasn’t just Nova’s talent that impressed Rankin. “Rapping is a challenge. And for him to have the strength that he has to continue on without sight is really amazing. We’re at the beginning stages, but he’s going to be a remarkable artist.” An artist, according to Nova, is exactly what he intends to be. “There’s a difference between an artist and a rapper,” he explains. “An artist takes pride in the backing tracks he picks – he actually molds and creates. Rappers just jump on what’s hot, always looking for a quick dollar.”

SLmedia One’s plan for Nova is not a get-rich-quick scheme. Hildreth and Rankin are methodically laying out Nova’s musical career which begins with Jukebox 1.0, a mix-tape that serves as a calling card for the MC’s lyrical skills. Over the course of 15 tracks, Nova covers all manner of subjects with a flow akin to Wiz Khalifa but still quite unique. Next up is a single called “Friday” with a Will Smith “Miami” sound that has been remixed by a legendary producer from former superstar R&B band The Deal. Then, SLmedia hopes to capitalize on the single’s (potential) success with the release of Nova’s debut album, Music and Money. Despite the seemingly cynical title, Hildreth is looking at the bigger picture. “If we get a chance to impact the Billboard charts with either the single or the album, Nova would be the first blind rapper ever to chart – he would make history.” Nova too, is more concerned with making a more personal impact. “I feel like I’m the voice for anyone who has lost something – not just sight. I’m showing them that it’s possible to meet the challenge and move forward in a positive way.”

—Thomas Ellis Nova was recently interviewed on Local 7’s “Lifestyles with Laura” show.

Please visit the following sites to connect with Nova: twitter@novatheblindmc, facebook.com/novatheblindmc, youtube.com/ novatheblindmc, soundcloud.com/novatheblindmc.

Also visit slmediaone.com.

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PHOTO CREDIT NICK DURCHOLZ

Pinup Baggers

By Thomas Ellis

In a recent Progressive Insurance ad, ace employee Flo watches a row of motorcycles fall like dominoes into a heap on the ground, looks at the culprits and quips I wouldn' t worry about it - it' s not like bikers love

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their bikes more than life itself.

t’s funny but also spot-on. According to Deanna Rhoades, co-owner of Newburgh bike shop Pinup Baggers, the motorcycle industry truly is a tight-knit community full of very passionate people. “It’s a wonderful business to get into,” she says. You’ll meet the most honest, caring folks who are willing to help you at the drop of a hat.

It’s both a brotherhood and a sisterhood.”

Deanna and her husband Mark started Pinup Baggers last September after nearly being done in by the stress of the trucking business they ran for years. With their kids grown, it made sense to switch gears. ”We’ve both been riding Harleys for 20 years or more, and Mark has always worked on bikes, so we decided to do something that we love and enjoy,” explains Deanna. Pinup Baggers specializes in motorcycle customization – everything from exhaust sets to a full custom bike build - and serves as a dealer for after-market Harley parts (big brands like RC Components, Aiken, Vance and Hines and Bad Dad).

They also install after-market stereos, complete systems with video players and sub-woofers that can be heard for miles. But that’s not all.

In addition, they carry apparel and even buy and sell bikes. The one thing they don’t do is mechanical or engine work (or paint jobs).

One of the biggest trends right now in customization is modifying the front wheel to an oversized 26 inch frame, an expensive process that requires precision cutting and welding. Pinup Baggers is the only bike shop in the tri-state that handles this modification. It’s just one of many cosmetic changes that riders are making to their bikes these days. “You won’t find one out of 10 people that buy a factory bike,” says Mark. “That’s part of being a bike owner – you want it to be your own artwork, your own style.” Speaking of style, the Rhoades’ 22 year old son

Drew just recently won the Editor’s Choice Award at Daytona Bike Week. His supremely customized motorcycle will be featured in the August issue of Urban Bagger magazine, a full six page spread.

Mark and Deanna plan to celebrate the one year anniversary of Pinup Baggers with a rocking party the weekend of September 23rd and 24th.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s will provide a beer garden and delicious food; live music will be scheduled, too, along with a pin-up girl contest. These are tough times for some businesses, but Pinup Baggers is on the way up. ”I’m very excited about the next year,” says Mark. “Harley has new product coming out, and the industry is moving forward. Say what you want about the economy, but if a bike owner wants something done, he’ll find the money for it.”

Look for members of the Rhoades family at the big weekend motorcycle rallies around the area where they set up shop and sell parts and apparel. And be sure to visit Pinup Baggers at 5033 New York in Newburgh, 812-490-6240.

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

This is a German Wheat Beer (think Blue Moon) also called Franziskaner Hefe-Weisse Hell.

Poured into an English pint glass it produced at least an inch of thick creamy foam. It has a cloudy, golden, tannish color and is very aromatic. I sense wheat, yeast, banana (really) and maybe a little citrus there, too. Its taste presents a pronounced spiciness with a light, crisp wheat base. Faint notes of orange and lemon with a mild, earthy bitterness. I’m not always that crazy about wheat beers but this one is excellent in my opinion. I like it! Yes, I’d order another.

Paul Bragin • 4.5

Another hazy, golden yellow beer, this wheat beer has a somewhat thicker white head that takes a few seconds to disappear after pouring it in a glass. A faint fruit aroma hits the nose upon smelling it. Another excellent choice for drinking during the hot summer months, the crisp taste might pair well with salads and other simple dishes. This beer is sure to please wheat beer lovers. It might also convert someone who is new to wheat beer.

Nick D • 3

This Deutsch choice boasts a murky beige or light brown hue. A yeasty sweetness in the aroma teamed with a touch of citrus piques the nostrils. The first pull mirrors the smell of it but then after more and more sips the flavor dies out. All that remains is an invigorating sensation/texture on the back of the tongue and an omnipresent vague sweetness. For a German beer this feels really stripped down and weak but it is very effervescent. This one could make for a good summer beer.

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Anchor Steam California Lager

Franziskaner Weissbier

Daniel Knight • 4

This month’s beers are available depending on supply & demand at all 5 Liquor Locker locations.

Daniel Knight • 3.5

Anchor Brewing Company calls this an “American Pale Lager.” It’s 4.8% ABV. Relatively low, but normal for this type of brew. First off, I have to admit that a lager is not my usual choice of brews. With that said, I enjoyed this one. I poured it into a traditional English pint glass. Carbonation is moderately high. As for taste, it has a nice bitter start with a slight toasted bread taste. Good, dry mouth-feel, refreshing and satisfying. Particularly suited for warmer weather when you really need a nice, cool beer and with that low ABV it makes a good “session” beer. Would I order another?

My guess is that a lager fan would.

Paul Bragin • 4.5

Like a traditional lager, this beer pours a transparent golden color with a noticeable white head and the standard scent of an American lager that beer drinkers expect.

The similarities end there. This beer is a vast improvement over the American lager produced by the bigger brewers that dominate the American beer scene. Because the beer lacks fillers such as corn and rice that the larger brewers use, it maintains a refreshing flavor that is sure to please.

Nick D • 5

This beer boasts a striking amber hue with the slightest bit of cloudiness. The malt is clearly the star on the walk in the aroma of this brew but unlike most other lagers the smell is bolder and more confident. The first swig is a punch to the palate but it keeps form with the lager lightness and finishes smooth. As the pulls progress the texture only gets smoother and a slight flowery tone emerges. This beer is easydrinking and interesting. Bravo Anchor Steam!

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Smuttynose Shoals Pale Ale

Daniel Knight • 4.5

This is an American Pale Ale (APA) from a micro brewery in New Hampshire. Its 5.6% ABV is pretty normal for this variety of brew that’s styled after a classic English beer. Poured into an English pint glass it reveals a rich, slightly hazy (it’s unfiltered) copper color and rich, light beige head. The aroma is a nice balance of malts and hops, with some sweet fruity notes as well as a nice breadiness. Personally, I feel that any truly great beer (especially ales) tastes as good warm as at 50 degrees or so. Shoals Pale Ale passes the test. This is a very easy drinking pale ale that seems to fit much more into the English style than American. I’d order another.

Paul Bragin • 4

This pale ale with a deep amber color and lingering white head looks inviting as bubbles rise to the top of the glass. A strong and pleasant hop aroma immediately hits the nose.

The hop flavor of the beer stays in the mouth long after the beer is swallowed. This is a great beer for summer cookouts with hamburgers and hot dogs with a lot of toppings.

Nick D • 4

This brew pours a mellow caramel hue, uncommon for a pale ale. The aroma is just as soothing with the hops smoothed out and subtle and a slight smokiness bringing warmth and soul. There is a velvety texture in the first pull that carries on the sense of comfort but the bitterness of the hops butts in over the top. Fortunately the bitterness spikes, then vanishes cleanly leaving an ever so slight aftertaste on the top of the palate. This is one of the more refined interesting pale ales I have experienced.

Redhook Wise Cracker Wit

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Brewed by Redhook Ale Brewery in Portsmouth, NH, with a 5.3% ABV. Poured into an English pint glass it displays a hazy, medium golden beige with a foamy, quarter-inch head that immediately dissipates into a ring of white foam.

Some sediment on the bottom. Smells light, citrusy and plain. No hops there. They call this a Belgian-style wheat ale with an addition of fresh ginger, but it is so subtle I didn’t pick up on the spice initially. The taste is wheaty up front, but then thins out a little too much. The finish is bland and too sweet for me. After drinking it longer, I did sense some nice spice in there, but I still wish there were something more. I can’t say I didn’t like it but I’d order something more exciting for the second round.

Paul Bragin • 4

This wheat beer pours a hazy, golden yellow in the glass with a thin white head. The first sniff gives up a slightly fruity scent. The wheat is offset by a faint taste of ginger on the palette. This refreshing beer goes well with lighter summer dishes and probably also works with slightly spicy foods. This would be an excellent beer to have on hand for outdoor activities like grilling, picnics and working outside.

Nick D • 2

As with most other wheat beers this one pours a cloudy yellow/brown, bleh.

However, the first whiff and I’m intrigued.

A savory spice fills the nostrils and a feeling of familiarity is inspired. It is a calming and comfortable but unexpected odor. No sweet note of any kind so far. The taste almost precisely mirrors the smell and at this point I’m scratching my head. This is a wheat beer? The texture is very accessible but the flavor is reminiscent of a broth. It is not until the sixth or seventh drink that a sweetness came through. This one doesn’t make sense.

Cigar Review: A Great Bourbon

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hat cigar should be smoked with a great bourbon? At the Liquor Locker, we have a wide selection of cigars which range from mild to full-flavored, and the wonderful beverages to go with them. A very strong cigar like the Cacho Triple Maduro or Cohiba Extra Vigorosa (XV Series) will stand its ground with any whiskey drank neat or on the rocks. Including the new Barrel Strength Four Roses, which could be as high as 115 proof depending on the barrel. For those who like to experiment, this is a good way to relieve the tension of the day while thinking noble thoughts and dreaming of the future. It is also a lot of fun to have these parings with close friends!

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arts & activities The Alhambra Theatre 50 Adams Ave., Evansville, IN Facebook.com/ TheAlhambraTheatre August 30, 31 – The Alhambra Arts & Music Fest

Two days of a lot of art, music and so much fun! Sponsored by Arts Council of Doom & News4U all procceds from this event will go to re-open the Alhambra Theatre. Sound & lights will be

by Big Ninja Family Productions.

Additional sponsors are Let’s Sew, Haynie’s Travel, Torian, Hoffman Dillow and Flittner and Jim Keck of Prudential Realty. There is a $10 per day entry fee or a $15 fee for both days’ events. Art & art demonstrations will be by the Arts Council of Doom: Gary Logan Hobdy and Crew, Amerikant, Dene Stephens, Matt Perez, Scott Scheller, Christopher Wilke and Esoteric Emma.The festival kicks off on Friday, August 30 from 6-11 p.m. Musical acts include The Honey Vines, Rigdon and Gatewood, Lightmares, Thunder Dreamer, Cas One, Salt The Earth, Kennedy Rose, Rhythmic Roots , No Thanks, The Phoenix Down, Opal Fly & The Elektric Feel Good Cirkus, Dirk Quinn Band from Philadelphia, PA and more.

Food will be provided by Pizza Revolution and Chomp Food Truck.

Angel Mounds State Historic Site 8215 Pollack Ave. Evansville, IN 812-853-3956 angelmounds.org

working in a variety of mediums.

The show is sponsored by Tri-State Art Guild and the Friends of Angel Mounds. Exhibit hours: Tues. – Sat., 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sun., 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Call 270-826-6674 or 812401-3076 for exhibit information or visit www.tri-stateartguild.org.

Exhibit is FREE and open to the public. A reception, also open to the public, will be held on August 3 from 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Central Library 200 SE 7th St., Evansville, IN 812-428-8200 evpl.org August 7 – Andy Norvell

Hear live music from local musicians at this summer’s Dig Into Music concert series at Central Library. All performances begin at 7 p.m. and take place in the Library’s lobby. For more information, call 812-428-8246 or visit evpl.org. Admission is free to this concert series, which is made possible by the Public Library Friends.

The Ford Center 1 S.E. MLK, Jr. Blvd., Evansville, IN 812-422-1515 thefordcenter.com

August 21 – Likewise

Hear live music from local musicians at this summer’s Dig Into Music concert series at Central Library. All performances begin at 7 p.m. and take place in the Library’s lobby. For more information, call 812-428-8246 or visit evpl.org. Admission is free to this concert series, which is made possible by the Public Library Friends.

The Centre 715 Locust St., Evansville, IN 812-435-5770 centre.evansvillegis.com

August 1-31 – Tri-State Art Guild’s “Transportation Show”

August 24 – 100 Men Who Cook

The Tri-State Art Guild is an independent, non-profit association of artists, artisans and photographers.

Our members include professional and emerging artists, photographers and 3D artisans

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you on Saturday, August 24th at the Centre’s Exhibit Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the Chefs’ parade and serving stations opening at 6:30 p.m. At 8 p.m. the program starts featuring a live auction and from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. a live band. Please join them for 100 Men Who Cook and enjoy a delicious evening of food and fun, and bid on auction items. A unique fundraising event to benefit the YMCA! 100 Men Who Cook tickets are $100 for individuals or $1,000 for a table of 10. Ticket price includes a sampling of the chefs’ creations, live entertainment, beer and wine. Cash bar available. Event guests must be 21 or older. Contact Kortney at 100menwhocook@oldnational. com or 812-468-0376 to order your tickets today!

August 1 – Lynyrd Skynyrd Longtime fans of the band will be excited to hear Lynyrd Skynyrd at the top of their game, complete with memorable songs, more hooks than a tackle box, and a blistering three-guitar attack at full power. Tickets are on-sale now. Tickets for Lynyrd Skynyrd are available at all Ticketmaster outlets including thefordcenter. com, the Ford Center Box Office or charge by phone at 1-800-7453000. Ticket prices subject to change. The show starts at 7 p.m.

August 31 – Kirk Franklin

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For nearly two decades now, Franklin has been a multiplatinum-selling purveyor of majestic fusions of gospel and contemporary music, and a mirror of Christian humanity boldly reflecting what one faith

walking man can accomplish when he focuses on God and taps deep into the gifts He gives. His irresistible rhythms and rhapsodies have resulted in albums that consistently top both Billboard’s Gospel and Christian charts, as well as ascend triumphantly into the Top 10 of the R&B/Hip Hop chart. Tickets for Kirk Franklin are available at all Ticketmaster outlets including thefordcenter.com, the Ford Center Box Office or charge by phone at 1-800-745-3000. Ticket prices subject to change. The show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Haynie’s Corner District 2nd Street and Washington Ave. Evansville, IN sculptevv.org August 1-31 – Sculpt EVV

Sculpt EVV Outdoor Sculpture Show, on display through April 20, 2014, is a national juries sculpture exhibition, with selected works on a public, outdoor display in the Haynie’s Corner Arts District.

Events include an art and music festival, free guided tours, a beer and wine garden at Bokeh Lounge and Clay EVV and Inspired

by Sculpture exhibitions in the Adams Art Gallery from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Awards and prizes will be announced.

New Harmony Contemporary Gallery of Art 506 Main St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3156 usi.edu/nhgallery August 1-18 – Brandon Smith & Travis Townsend The Grand Armada

Brandon Smith is an Oakland, California based painter who received his BFA in Oil Painting in 2002 from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. His

painting style incorporates social realism with contemporary brush strokes. Travis Townsend studied at Kutztown University (BS 1996) and Virginia Commonwealth University (MFA 2000). His awards include an Emerging Artist Grant from the American Craft Council, a Fellowship from the Kentucky Arts Council, three grants from the Virginia A. Groot Foundation and a National Young Sculptors Award from Miami University.

August 24-31 – Bill Whorrall Restrospective

Bill Whorrall has been creating art professionally since 1966. He has a B.S. in art education, an M.S. in secondary education and an M.F.A. in print making, all from Indiana University. He has exhibited and taught in Australia, New Zealand and Italy. His work is in collections around the country including: The Chicago Board of Trade, Standard Oil, The Indianapolis Museum of Art, The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art, The Creative Discovery Museum (Chatanooga, TN), J.N. Bergstrom Museum (Neenah, WI), Wabash College (Crawfordsville, IN) and The Anderson Art Center (Anderson, IN). The Opening Reception and Art Stroll for this exhibit will take place on August 24 from 4-7p.m.

New Harmony Theatre 419 Tavern St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3115 usi.edu/nht/ August 2-4 – Cotton Patch Gospel

A humorous and heartwarming bluegrassmusical, Cotton Patch Gospel retells the New Testament from a Southern perspective that begins when the baby Jesus is born in an abandoned trailer behind a motel in Gainesville, Georgia. With music written by the great American songwriter Harry Chapin, a single storyteller performs multiple roles with a little help from his band of disciples. Since its opening in 1981 at the Lamb’s Theatre in New York, Cotton Patch Gospel has been a favorite of audiences all over the country who love its easy humor and affirming message. For tickets call 1-877/NHT-SHOW, visit the NHT Box Office or visit them online. Shows begin at either 2 p.m. or 7:30 p.m.

Reid’s Orchard 4812 State Route 144, Owensboro, KY bigomusicfest.com August 31 – Big O’ Musicfest

One of the premier country festivals in the area, the Big O’ Musicfest will play host to top-notch country acts such as headliner Jake Owen, Justin Moore, Love & Theft, Colt Ford, Locash Cowboys, Kristen Kelly and Jaclyn Graves. Headliner Jake Owen’s roots are fairly easy to describe. Owen was raised in the coastal town of Vero Beach, FL. He and his fraternal twin Jarrod grew up in the sand and surf. Both boys attended Florida State.

That’s where music became Jake’s true focus.

He suffered a severe shoulder injury while wake-boarding. This ended his days on the university’s golf team. During his recuperation, his left arm was in a sling. Jake realized that even with his arm in a sling, he could hold a guitar, so he started playing and writing songs.

Tickets are available online, on-site and at Maloney’s Pizza & Wings in Owensboro.

Victory Theatre 600 Main St. Evansville, IN 812-425-5050 evansvillephilharmonic.org August 15 – Charlie Worsham

The Victory Theatre and 93.5 The Wolf present the second show in the Summer Country Nights concert series featuring Charlie Worsham. Tickets are on sale now.

Tickets for Summer Country Nights Concert Series: Charlie Worsham are available at all Ticketmaster outlets including victorytheatre.com, the Victory Theatre Box Office (Day of Event ONLY) and the Ford Center Ticket Office. Ticket prices subject to change. To purchase tickets for an Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra event, please see Special Information below.

The show begins at 8 p.m.

Do you have an event that you would like to submit for inclusion in the monthly Guide? Please send it to

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Book

Review

From Ankle Deep: Surviving Child Sexual Abuse

By Scott Thomas Sieg

By Oliver Mason

D

ue to constant job changes in his family, Author Scott Thomas Sieg lived most of his life as a suburban nomad, moving from medium-sized town to medium-sized town in the Midwest.

This book is a biographical account of the ups and downs in his life which begin with one malicious, saddening and sickening event. By the title you may be able to discern what that is, but if not, it begins with Sieg’s experience as an individual dealing with CSA (Child Sexual Abuse). To me, this narrative is him using a foot-long chalkboard eraser clearing away all the hap-hazard scribbling and jottings of addiction and self-loathing that were cluttering his life, preventing him from becoming the person he wanted to be. What I like about Sieg’s account is that his narrative is written as if he is sitting down with you at a café or a bar telling you about his life. It is powerful and wildly bi-polar.

I found it very intriguing that Sieg could have experienced something so dark and heavy and yet excel in social situations (as catharsis). He talks about the side of him that makes all of these friends (mostly female) throughout his life when I recall my own experience with females in grade school and early high school to be simply light

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conversation, ultra-shyness and admiration from a distance. Although, when Sieg talks about all of these friends (from school and work) and later, all of the wild college parties he was a major part of there is a noticeable lack of detail. The reader finds themselves wanting a true introduction to some of these characters, not just a one sentence physical description and a one word summation of their personality.

In any case, it seems the true purpose of the book is a personal spiritual and mental healing, as well as spreading the word about CSA and helping others who have experienced it. By reading this book, you recognize Sieg as a very brave individual, also a very helpful one, devoting the last 17 pages of the book to a Self-Help Guide to CSA Survivors and forming his foundation Shades 4 U to help the fight against CSA. —Oliver Mason Sieg will be at Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Evansville at 624 South Green River Road on August 10 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for a book signing. The book is available to order online at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and AuthorHouse Bookstore.

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community & family Barnes & Noble Booksellers

624 S. Green River Rd. Evansville 812-475-1054 barnesandnoble.com

August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 – Friday Morning Storytime Don’t be alarmed on Friday mornings if you hear laughter coming from Barnes & Noble Jr. It’s just another of our regular Friday story times. From chuckles to belly laughs, you’ll know the little ones are having fun! The event begins at 10 a.m.

August 24 – Michael Arnold Book Signing Meet author Michael Arnold, he will autograph a copy of his book The Fire Catcher for you. Michael Arnold is an award winning sports producer, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. He has also been a Sunday school teacher, youth counselor, coach and civic leader.

He is a single dad of three daughters and has five grandchildren. Michael enjoys writing, music, tennis, public speaking and spending time with his family. He lives in Evansville Indiana.

The book is a story of hope, faith and forgiveness. “Ringing out like shrieking thunder, the screams were getting louder. Am I dreaming? Will I wake up and be in my own bed? No, this was real, and reality descended like acid rain.” The event begins at 2 p.m.

The Centre

715 Locust St. Evansville 812-435-5770 centre.evansvillegis.com

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establishments of Southern Indiana, the best of the pool and dart leagues from the tri-state area and beyond will be competing at the J&J Ventures $100,000 Player Rewards Pool and Dart Tournament at The Centre on August 2nd through the 4th. There is no admission to the public to come as spectators and watch the events in both pool and darts. The tentative schedule for the tournament is: Friday, August 2 start at 7 p.m., Saturday, August 3 they will start at 9 a.m. and the Grand Finale will start at 9 a.m. on Sunday, August 4. Registration to compete in the event is only open to J&J Ventures/Kentuckiana Amusement league players and there are some eligibility requirements for those participants. For more information visit the J & J Ventures website at www.jjventures.com.

August 24 – 100 Men Who Cook Sample the culinary creations of local, celebrity chefs at 100 Men Who Cook presented by Old National Bank. 100 “Chefs” from our local community will prepare their best dish just for you on Saturday, August 24th at the Centre’s Exhibit Hall. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the Chefs’ parade and serving stations opening at 6:30 p.m. At 8 p.m. the program starts featuring a live auction and from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. there will be a live band. Enjoy a delicious evening of food and fun, and bid on auction items. A unique fundraising event to benefit the YMCA! Tickets are $100 for individuals or $1,000 for a table of 10. Ticket price includes a sampling of the chefs’ creations, live entertainment, beer and wine.

Cash bar available. Event guests must be 21 or older. Contact Kortney at 100menwhocook@oldnational.com or (812) 468-0376 to order your tickets today!

August 28 – Women’s Equaility Day Luncheon with Dr. Julianne Malveaux Evansville Women’s Equality Day Luncheon 2013 This year’s luncheon will feature Dr. Julianne Malveaux, former President of Bennett College, a historically black, liberal arts college for women. She is also an economist, author and expert contributor for various news outlets, including CNN, CNBC and C-SPAN. Dr. Malveaux is a member of this year’s featured organization: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. We will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Delta Sigma Theta, and acknowledge the contribution of this women’s organization dedicated to public service, in the Evansville community and beyond. There will be informational displays by several women’s organizations in our community, so come early to talk, network, and get signed in. Doors open at 11:15 a.m., the luncheon is from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. For more information about the program, or to purchase a ticket visit the Women’s Equality Day on the web at: www.womensequalitydayevansville.com.

Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science 411 S.E. Riverside Dr. Evansville 812-425-2406 emuseum.org

August 3-18 – Summer Laser Light Shows Presented in partnership with C.H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, the Laser light shows return to the Koch Planetarium August 3 - 18. Eleven different laser light shows will be offered this summer, each with multicolor, laser light effects and animations set to the beat of music, projected onto the sphere of the stars. Matinee and evening programs are scheduled, including Legends of the Night Sky: Perseus and Andromeda, a matinee program for children. Their evening laser shows include music from artists such as the Beatles, LED Zeppelin and Metallica. In addition, there will be shows featuring classic rock, pop, and the album’s The Wall and Dark Side

of the Moon by the band Pink Floyd.

The Laser Light Shows are presented in cooperation with WABX Evansville’s Classic Rock. Tickets are $7 for evening shows and $5 for matinees, with a $2 discount for Museum Members.

Tickets may be purchased at the Museum or by calling (812) 425-2406 or them online for more information.

August 3 – Time After Time: A Prom Gala The Evansville Museum’s annual gala will be held on Saturday, August 3 at 6 p.m. Traditionally this event has been held in November, but with the opening of the new Koch Immersive Theater scheduled for next winter, the gala has been moved away from that celebration. This year’s party, TIME AFTER TIME: A Prom, will be held at Tropicana Evansville’s Walnut Room A & B (formerly Casino Aztar). As this is a year of change for the Museum, they wanted to try something entirely new. They are planning a prom themed event -- a “graduation to the next era for the Museum,” if you will. Guests are invited to dress in prom attire – from any era – and join the event’s emcee and Trustee Andrew Wilson for this great end-of-summer celebration, featuring a fun evening of dinner, music and dancing to the exceptional tunes of Nashville’s popular group, Top Tier.

Ticket prices are $100 per person for people graduating in 1996 or earlier, and $75 per person for anyone graduating after 1996. Prepaid tables of eight are available for $1,000, and guests can name their table. Proceeds from this special event are a key way the Museum is able to reach their annual operating fund goal. Visit them online to register for this event.

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Garden

1545 Mesker Park Dr. Evansville 812-435-6143 meskerparkzoo.com August 3 – Family Fun Day Have fun with the family during this exciting summer event. Play a variety of games, listen to keeper talks, and much more!

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Trucks

4 Kids

By Lauren VanCleve

It started as an idea. Chris Buck knew he wanted to use his passion as a means to help area children.

“I

love trucks. Most of my best memories growing up involve a truck. Driving on my dad’s lap or watching and learning about them while we worked on them. Good stuff like that will never leave me,” said Buck.

That’s when he decided to host Trucks 4 Kids, a local truck show to benefit Riley Children’s Hospital. Buck has pledged that 75% of the proceeds from the event will go directly to Riley. Trucks 4 Kids will be held August 2-4 at the Gibson County Fairgrounds and will host a ton of family fun. There will be rides, interactive displays, food and fun.

On Friday, August 2, Trucks 4 Kids will open at 11 a.m. with a mud drag beginning at 6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, it will open at 10 a.m. with a truck pull at 6 p.m. Saturday night there will be a show ‘n shine judging and two awards ceremonies, followed by a church service and introductions on Sunday. Driveline Plus was the show’s first major sponsor, with Cummins Racing Engines, Trent McEllhiney Heating Cooling and Electrical and Brian Sullivan at Sully’s Garage jumping in right after. Since then, dozens of sponsors have shown their support for Trucks 4 Kids.

“The backing for the show has been my biggest hurdle. The show has completely grown into more than I could have imagined.

All thanks to the support of so many people,” said Buck.

Tickets for Trucks 4 Kids are available through their Facebook page. They are $5 for a single-day pass and $10 for a weekend pass. Tickets may also be purchased at the gate. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Buck at truckinforkids@ gmail.com. Buck will be looking for volunteers in the coming weeks to help run the event.

For more information on the event, please visit www.facebook.com/trucks4kids.

August 31 – 5K Dash for Donna Run Wild at Dash for Donna August 31st at 8 am. Dash for Donna has something for all participants from the most experienced runner to the family looking for a healthy activity everyone can enjoy. The 5k will offer participants the chance to run through the beautiful hilly terrain of the Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden.

The 1 mile family fun walk will let the whole family join in on this celebration of Donna the Hippo. Immediately following the race family friendly activities will take place at the Zoo’s Entrance. Awards will be given to top finishers in running and walking. Race proceeds will benefit a children’s play area with a memorial to Donna the Hippo on Zoo grounds. Register online at www.mekserparkzoodashfordonna.eventbrite.com or www.meskerparkzoo.com/calendar/.

Metro Sports Center

5820 Metro Ave. Evansville 812-479-5425 metrosportscenter.net

August 1-9 – Summer Sports Camp If your children love sports of all kinds, this camp is the one for them. It is from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Early drop-offs and late pick-ups, lunch and snacks are all included. Daily activities at Metro Sports Center will include soccer, baseball, basketball, flag-football, dodgeball, gymnastics, volleyball, arts & crafts and much more! This camp is ideal for keeping your children active this summer!

Metro Summer Sports Day Camp is for children ages 4-12.

First week of camp is $129 as well as a $100 deposit. There is a discount for multiple week and multiple sibling signups. Individual days are also available at $35 per child. This camp with keep your kiddos energized in both indoor and outdoor environments. Call or visit Metro Sports Center online to register.

Swonder Ice Arena

209 N. Boeke Rd. Evansville 812-479-0989 skateswonder.com August 1-13 – Summer Camp This camp is constructed purely and simply to be a blast.

Campers 6-12 years old will have so many activities to

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choose from it will make their heads spin. Camp Swonder campers can go ice skating, swimming at Hartke Pool and on nature hikes in Wesselman’s Woods. The children will have access to instructors teaching instructional hockey, general ice-skating, comic art drawing, junior Zumba and tumbling lessons, all under one roof.

Campers will enjoy sports, games, crafts and more! Starting May 29, Swonder offers week-long sessions and discounts for multiple children.

Activities begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m. Visit their website or call for more information.

Evansville Indiana. At the first event we had 44 registered street rods. Since that time the Frog Follies has grown to average over 4000 street rods each year. The event became known as the Frog Follies after the club had a bull frog race at the first event. We’ve had entries from Alaska, Australia, Canada, and all 48 continental states over the years. Since 2010 we can boast that the Frog Follies “is THE largest PRE 49 Street Rod event anywhere in the world!” The event begins each of the three days at 8 a.m. Visit www.frogfollies.org for more information.

Vanderburgh County 4-H Center

YMCA of Southwestern Indiana

201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Rd. Evansville 812-867-6217 sicmarathon.com

August 3 – Viking Assault Get down and dirty at one of the most fun and popular active events that the area has to offer. The course is 3.1 miles long and is peppered with obstacles and large areas of muddy muck. Waves start at 10:30 a.m. and end at 1:30 p.m. This years event also boasts mud volleyball and of course plenty of refreshing libations and good times to follow the race as usual.

Tickets are $54.50 at the gate. Check out www.vikingassault.com for more information.

August 23-25 – Frog Follies Since 1975, each August the E’ville Iron Street Rod Club has put on a rod run for street rod owners. It is held at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Center in

Various Locations 812-423-9622 or 812-401-9622 ymcaswin.org August 1-9 – Day Camp A safe, affordable and fun day camp for elementary school children, age 5-13, is launching now! The Y’s summer programs provide a range of activities, to entice everyone’s interest, in an atmosphere that reinforces the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility and faith. Kids will enjoy a summer full of nature, water fun, games, field trips, sports, arts & crafts and new friendships. Weekly themes allow your child to make new discoveries and explore activities of interest such as a variety of sports, art, theater, music, science and more. For the younger campers (5-10), Day Camp is offered through the week from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and is jam-packed with awesome activities and field trips. To register, go online or call the Downtown or Dunigan YMCA.

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cinema in theaters

August 9th Elysium

Sony Pictures Elysium is an old, Greek word for a place or condition of ideal happiness. In the year 2154, things are very similar to what they are here in 2013; the elite rich people live detached, privileged lives while the rest of us struggle to make ends meet. The only difference is that in 2154, the privileged have moved their base of operations from Beverly Hills and Manhattan to a private space station that orbits Earth. The space station and Earth are separated not only by an atmosphere, but by a Department of Defense who stops at nothing to protect its elite citizens.

Its leader, Secretary Delacourt (Jodie Foster), has access to a global police force made up of robots who submit to every order without question or compromise.

Enter our hero, Max DeCosta (Matt Damon), a rehabilitated ex-con who is finally trying to get his life in order. After learning he has cancer and a few days to live, he needs access to a healing machine, reserved only for the elite on Elysium. He equips an exo-skeleton armor suit, and an unexpected added passenger, and begins his journey to Elysium to save not only himself, but Earth’s population as well.

Writer/director Neill Blomkamp, who brought us the amazing District 9 film, makes this potentially bland plot a promising one. On the surface, District 9 sounded like it was doomed to unoriginality, but ended up as one of the best sci-fi experiences of all time. Take us to Elysium, Neill – please.

August 16th Paranoia Gaumont Brooklyn-born tech guru Adam Cassidy (Liam Hemsworth) finally gets the big break he’s been waiting for when technology titan and billionaire, Nicholas Wyatt (Gary Oldman), offers him a job working for Jock Goddard (Harrison Ford), Wyatt’s mentor. Goddard runs a competing billion dollar tech corporation called Eikon. The catch is, Wyatt asks Adam to commit corporate espionage by spying on his old mentor who is on the brink of a technology revolution worth billions. Adam is reluctant at first, but his ailing father needs his financial support and he quickly finds himself in the middle of a high-stakes battle between two of the world’s largest, and most dangerous organizations.

Paranoia is based on a 2004 novel of the same name written by Joseph Finder. The screenplay is written by Jason Dean Hall (Spread) and Barry Levy (Vantage Point). Robert Luketic (Legally Blonde) directed and shot the film primarily in Philadelphia. Josh Holloway from TV’s Lost plays FBI Agent Billups and Amber Heard plays Emma, Adam’s romantic interest. According to reviewers, the book is riddled with the “f” bomb and a lot of technical jargon from 2004. Apparently the author spent time at Cisco Systems, where he fueled his research for the novel.

There is something to the corporate espionage plot. The United States supposedly loses billions of dollars each year because of it. Maybe the film will provoke a revolutionary culture shift ahead of its time and increase awareness for a new, more secure way of life? More likely it will just create what its title suggests!

—Ben Clark

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Admission Focus Features

Tina Fey plays Portia Nathan, a tightly-wound prude bucking for promotion in her sixteenth year as a Princeton University Admissions Officer. Paul Rudd plays John Pressman, a warm-hearted but loosetongued teacher at a small college in New Hampshire. John contacts Portia because he has a student prodigy named Jeremiah (Nat Wolff) and thinks he has an edge with Portia to get Jeremiah accepted into the illustrious PU. Portia has just been dumped by her long-time boyfriend, Mark (Michael Sheen), who has been treating her more like a loyal dog than a partner. It is also enrollment time at Princeton again, and that means 26,000 applicants are headed her way. Her boss, Clarence (Wallace Shawn), announces his retirement, which puts his title up for grabs between her and a competitive colleague, Corinne (Gloria Reuben). Her mother, Susannah (Lily Tomlin!), tells her that a few months earlier, she found out she had cancer and had both breasts removed just in case. After John introduces her to Jeremiah, and presents her with his birth certificate showing that he is the child she gave up for adoption, the uptight Portia begins to unwind a little bit – okay, completely.

She and John struggle along until she finally bends the rules of admissions far enough to break them.

At first, the film breezes into your brain with quick-witted dialogue, a refreshing vacation from the Hollywood norm. I found myself surprisingly entertained, and actually laughing out loud during the first two acts. Unfortunately, the story unravels in the last fifteen minutes with very poor choices by the filmmakers. My vote is DENY.

Boy

Transmission Boy’s mother died giving birth to his younger brother Rocky, both are now cared for by their grandmother. When she is called away to an out of town funeral, Boy is left behind to father his younger brother and three cousins. James Rolleston plays the under-aged and over-burdened Alamein Jr. (aka Boy), an 11 year old who struggles to find himself after his beloved jailbird father, Alamein Sr., returns home. The immature, unburdened Alamein Sr. is played by Academy Award nominee, Taika Waititi, who is also the film’s writer and director.

Waihau Bay, New Zealand, 1984 is a beautiful coastal setting for a beautiful coming-of-age tale of a boy’s love for his father, despite his father’s shortcomings. The unique New Zealand slang puts you there immediately. Boy starts off innocently enough with adolescent crushes and school yard fights, then evolves dramatically and tastefully into drug abuse and bar fights.

Director Taika Waititi is known for comedy, and there is an element of humor in almost every scene. Boy daydreams about his father being smooth like Michael Jackson. Rocky daydreams that he has super powers. Alamein Sr. can talk about almost nothing but the movie E.T. The Extra Terrestrial. He and his two gang members (more like wanna-be gang members) are digging up a field trying to find a money stash that he buried there before he was arrested. This plan fails, mainly because he can’t remember where he buried the money. The story answers whether or not Boy will find his own potential, or if he will follow in his father’s failed footsteps.

—Ben Clark

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LOCAL BAND SPOTLI G HT ABOUT THE BAND:

Retro Shock

Retro Shock is one of Southern Indiana’s premier, cover bands playing party-dance hits from the 60’s to the 80’s, focusing on classic rock and pop songs, as well as one-hit-wonders. Fronting the band are Mike Dawson (guitar and vocals) and Becky Dawson (keyboards, vocals and eye candy). The powerful rhythm section is provided

by Neil Yockey (bass) and Chris Ellis (drums). With decades of combined musical experience, we know how to read a crowd, and we can rock with the best of them.

We are known for the quality and control of our sound.

WHAT THEY COVER/DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE:

We play favorite songs from many decades and different genres, so there is something for everyone at a Retro Shock performance. Each song, fast or slow, is danceable, and draws the crowd to the dance floor. You are sure to hear someone say, “I haven’t heard that song in forever!”

THEIR INFLUENCES:

We choose songs that are well-known to most people, but are not overplayed by every other local band. We look for songs that are upbeat, danceable and create an emotional connection to your past.

WHERE YOU CAN CATCH THEIR PERFORMANCES:

French Lick Casino, Roca Bar North, KC’s Timeout, Cricket’s, Hacienda First Avenue, Backstage Bar and many other tri-state bars. We have also performed at the 2013 Warrick County Fair, several bike rallies and benefits, private and corporate events, reunions and car shows. Find the dates of our next Retro Shock therapy sessions on our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/retroshock!

cd reviews Filter

The Sun Comes Out Tonight Wind-up Records 3/5

Filter is back after a three year hiatus with an album that sounds remarkably similar to the band’s earliest and most popular work in the mid to late 90’s.

Both the pseudo-industrial edge of “Hey Man, Nice Shot” and the melodic simplicity of “Take a Picture” are in evidence. Indeed, The Sun Comes Out Tonight moves back and forth between the styles of these two disparate tracks - only the subtle electronic elements in the mix distinguish this release from the band’s heyday.

Singer Richard Patrick’s nasal scream is in full effect on the lead single, “What Do You Say.” It’s just one of many tracks that follow the Filter songwriting blueprint – slow, economical verses that build to guitar-thrashing choruses with a nod to Nine Inch Nails. But Trent has never waded into such poppy waters as songs like “Surprise,” “First You Break It” or “It’s Just You.” Maybe that’s why the mainstream side of Filter is more believable. Sure, “SelfInflicted” and “Burn It” are credible throwbacks to the Pretty Hate Machine era, but Patrick simply sounds more convincing when he actually sings. Few heavy bands can pull off a legitimate ballad, but Filter does it with ease time and again.

The Smoking Flowers 2 Guns City Hall/Bandaloop Records 4/5

In the great tradition of musician couples like June and Johnny Cash, Kim and Scott Collins - a.k.a. Nashville’s The Smoking Flowers – possess an artistic synergy that can only come from a deep emotional attachment. Married 14 years, the two have put it all together on their latest release, 2 Guns. The alt-country collection of songs is underscored by a punk attitude that indeed recalls the man in black and his bride.

“Spark and Fire” makes for a great introduction to the album with the couple trading off vocals before joining together for the chorus. Kim’s velvety tone perfectly complements Scott’s grittier delivery as the two sing what must be personal lyrics: ‘Don’t look at me if you can’t see me forever young.’ No less raw, the plaintive, acoustic “Something I Said” is a vocal tour de force for Kim. Her remarkable performance brings to mind Thom Yorke’s tension release on Radiohead’s “Creep,” and Scott’s guitar work is equally emotive.

“White Flags” is pure rockabilly – lots of twang and nervous energy. The refrain of ‘we are stones’ comes across as a statement of solidarity made stronger by the doubling of voices. Likewise, the line ‘I’m your only friend’ in the “The Juggler” is a testament to Kim and Scott’s personal and musical bond.

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True Widow

Circumambulation Relapse Records 4.5/5

They say everything is bigger in Texas, but Dallas-based stone-gaze trio True Widow is making a career out of being slower. Circumambulation, the band’s third album, contains eight long, droning tracks that literally creep from beginning to end. In fact, “Creeper” leads things off with a 20 second fade-in before settling into a death march complete with sparse, reverb-heavy vocals from DH Phillips. The effect is quite chilling - even more so when the band allows the music to fade away, leaving a gaping hole in the mix before resuming the distortion-drenched guitar pattern. The repetition is maddening, but it’s a welcome sort of lunacy.

“Trollstigen” is a particular highlight, floating in like an iceberg, its movement almost imperceptible. Thirty seconds of random, discomforting noise gives rise to a primitive yet incredibly powerful two note riff backed by the pounding drums of Slim TX. Over this gothic soundscape, True Widow’s secret weapon emerges: the disembodied vocals of bassist Nicole Estill. Her presence is immediately felt, and the track attains a heaviness that most bands mistakenly try to achieve with a barrage of sound. That’s the beauty of True Widow – Circumambulation does so much with so little at a virtual standstill. The whole album plays like one drawn-out, disquieting moment that never leaves you.

The Winery Dogs The Winery Dogs Loud & Proud Records 3.5/5

Sweet Felony

Split Ends Mend

Self-Released

There’s no monotony to be had on Sweet Felony’s Split Ends Meet. The songs throw out a twangy, rockabilly sound from beginning to end. At first listen, you can tell the female duo has an extensive background in music.

The ladies have been in bands that range from swing to punk and rock to experimental. Tracks like “Surrender” and “Dream” pack a soulful punch and fans of Pistol Annie’s and Miranda Lambert will be able to rock along with ease.

BoySetsFire

While a Nation Sleeps

Bridge Nine Records

While a Nation Sleeps by BoySetsFire leaves much to be desired. The album can’t seem to find a consistent theme, jumping from one overall feel to the next, specifically with the vocals.

This makes it very hard to listen to in one sitting. On a positive note, the band is tight and rocks a great post-hardcore sound instrumentally. BoySetsFire recently joined up with hard-core label Bridge Nine records to release this album, their first in almost seven years.

Wolves Like Us

A power-trio made up of rock veterans who have hit the heights with such legendary bands as Mr. Big, Poison and Dream Theater, Winery Dogs are primed to do the same with this straight-up, rocking self-titled debut. It’s the sound of three highly talented musicians taking the best elements from some of the biggest acts to create a singular work. Richie Kotzen, Billy Sheehan and Mike Portnoy click as if they’ve been playing together for years.

Kotzen’s vocal delivery is commanding and confident, coming across like a bluesy Chris Cornell with a dash of Sammy Hagar on opening track “Elevate.”

The guitars shred throughout, recalling Lenny Kravitz and Black Crowes. Not to be outdone, Sheehan’s bass work is simply ridiculous. But beyond the sterling musicianship, these guys know their way around a hook. Tracks like “The Other Side,” “I’m No Angel” and “Six Feet Deeper” not only rock, they get stuck in your head.

Ok, so the lyrics are typical fare detailing the usual relationship difficulties, and at times, the music maybe draws a bit too much from the members’ influences and former bands. But you’ll gladly ignore these shortcomings when penultimate track “Time Machine” leaves your ears ringing.

Get Gone

Prosthetic Records

Wolves Like Us delivers a hard-hitting, dark rock album with Get Gone. The band features ex-members of some major Norwegian bands such as Amulet, Infidels Forever and Silver.

This vinyl, ten-inch single features two tracks, “Get Gone” on side A and “Too Official” on side B. The album has a sludgy rock sound, with both tracks delivering satisfying vocals and talent all around.

Without a doubt, fans of the Deftones should check this record out.

—Elisabeth Osborne

—Thomas Ellis

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S i z zl i n g Summer F un @

Marina P ointe Marina Pointe out on Waterworks Road has always been an Evansville hotspot. But with the recent addition of country music-themed bar Beertropolis, the nightlife on the riverfront just reached another level of cool.

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etween this new establishment and the wonderfully scenic OV Watersports Tiki Bar & Grill, it’s like an island of entertainment where you’re happy to be deserted.

Importantly, Marina Pointe is also home to the USS LST 325, a key piece of this city’s rich history. With summer in full swing, it’s time to revisit this unique stretch of attractions lining the Ohio River.

Beertropolis: This is a bar with serious buzz – and a WWII memorial right next door. It’s no secret that Evansville loves its country music, and Owner Blake Fulton plans to bring in some high-profile acts over the next few months. Eventually, he hopes to expand the business to include catering and a family-style restaurant. Word has it that the name came from a song called “Beertropolis” written specifically for the bar by Nashville musician Tim Ash who is an Evansville native. Location: 830 LST Drive.

of the best bar food around. Of course, few things go together better than beer and cornhole – especially outside with a cool breeze coming off the water.

The upcoming entertainment schedule includes Curtis Brown (8/2), Opal Fox Band (8/3), Po Dunk Willies (8/10), Keith Vincent (8/17) and Po Dunk Willies (8/24).

Location: 1801 Waterworks Road, 812425-1912.

USS LST 325: Even if you’re not into nightlife, a trip Marina Pointe to see this piece of WWII history is a must.

An amphibious vessel designed to land battle-ready tanks, troops and supplies directly onto enemy shores, the LST 325 also saw action in the Korean and Vietnam wars. This particular vessel was commissioned in 1943 and just about sailed the world before being returned to Evansville where so many LST ships were produced. Evansville Home Port Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sundays 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

OV Watersports Tiki Bar & Grill: Still Evansville’s only floating tiki bar, you won’t find a better view of the city than right here. Imagine watching a beautiful sunset while listening to some of the area’s best bands and enjoying some

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Al’s Corner Pub 301 W. Columbia St. (812) 909-2249

Cheeseburger in Paradise 8301 Eagle Lake Dr. (812) 475-1074

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

Chilly Willy’s 3039 Claremont (812) 423-0726 Club Canopy (Above the Jungle) 415 Main St. (812) 425-5282

Archie & Clyde’s Newburgh, IN 8320 Bell Oaks Dr. (812) 480-7778

Babel Bar & Lounge 323 Main St. 456-1745

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

BackStage Bar 524 Main St. 424-5020

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

Blush Ultra Lounge &Tapas Bar 421 N.W. Riverside Dr. (Inside LeMerigot) (812) 433-4000

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

Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. (812) 909-0388 Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares (812) 425-4929 The Brickhouse 201 W. Illinois St. (812) 421-0024

Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt (812) 867-7300

Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St. Henderson, KY (270) 827-2206 Dave’s Sports Den 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 479-8887

Buck’s Tavern 1005 N. Fulton Ave. (812) 429-0055

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

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

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

Cecil’s Bar & Grill 420 N. Garvin

Double Dukes Henderson, KY 2044 Hwy 41 Ramada Inn (270) 826-6600

Ellis Park Sports Bar 3300 U.S. Hwy. 41 North Henderson, KY (812) 425-1456 Extra Innings (Holiday Inn) 951 Wernsing Rd. Jasper, IN (812) 482-5555 Fat Boys Tavern (Ft. Branch, IN) 115 McCreary St. (812) 753-9914 11 Frame Lounge 1801 Franklin St. (812) 423-5355 Fred’s 421 Read St. (812) 423-8040 Hagedorn’s Tavern 2037 W. Franklin (812) 423-0796 Hammerheads 317 Main St. (812) 421-8492

Hoosiers Lounge (in Casino Aztar Pavillion) 450 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 433-4100 Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. (812) 475-0229 Iron Horse 203 N. McCreary Ft. Branch, IN (812) 753-9918

K.C.’s Time Out Lounge & Grill Washington Square Mall(812) 437-9920 Koodie Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St. Mt. Vernon, IN (812) 838-5202 Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin (812) 437-0171 Lanhuck’s 321 E. Columbia (812) 491-2222

Legends 1050 S. Weinbach (812) 476-7444 Leroy’s Tavern 2659Mt.VernonAve. (812) 464-8300

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

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

Mojo’s Boneyard Sports bar & Grill 4920 Bellemeade Ave. (812) 475-8593

O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. (812) 401-4630 Old Chicago 6500 Lloyd Expwy.

(812) 401-1400

The Joke Factory 217 Main Street (812) 250-1376

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On Deck Riverside Bar & Grill Henderson, KY 100 Second St. (270) 826-2424 The Peephole Bar & Grill 2nd & Main St. (812) 423-5171

Penny Lane Coffeehouse 600 S.E. 2nd St. (812) 421-8741 The Pub 1348 Division St. (812) 423-2121

Rick’s Sports Bar 1531 Green River Rd. (812) 477-4088 RiRa’s Irish Pub 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. (812) 426-0000 Rick’s 718 Lounge 718 3rd Ave. (812) 423-0872 Rookie’s 117 Second St. Henderson, KY (270) 826-1106 Safari Wine & Martini Bar 415 Main St. (812) 425-5282 Sam & Jimmy’s Hobo Jungle 1323 S. Barker (812) 491-6229

Smitty’s Italian Steak House 2109 W. Franklin St. (812) 423-6280

Show Me’s (West) 5525 Pearl Dr. (812) 402-7100 Show Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. (812) 401-7469 Sidetrack Tavern 664 E. Illinois St. 423-0828

Sportsman’s Grille & Billards 2315 W. Franklin St. (812) 422-0801 Tiki Time Bar 1801 Waterworks Rd. (812) 425-1912 Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings Newburgh, IN (812) 490-7000 TJ’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. (812) 402-9273 Xcess Gentlemen’s Club 207 S. Fulton Ave. (812) 426-6998 Ziggy’s Pub 16 Main St. Poseyville, IN (812) 874-2170

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