Evansville Living - July/August 2012

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It’s a Zoo Out THere

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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is our very own backyard jungle, crawling with cross-continental critters, fauna, flora, and rich history.

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Mike, Rachel, and baby Gus Martin, featured in “Retro Relaxing,” outside of their revamped 1987 aluminum Airstream trailer. Photo by Curtis Hustace. Photo of Kizzie the giraffe from “It’s a Zoo Out There” by Jordan Barclay.

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32 Travel Journal Museums, food, ridges, and aesthetic make this Virginia destination a family-appeasing vacation

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More Inside In Every Issue 10 From the Editor Talk About the Weather 12 Conversation 12 Contributor Notes 13 Epilogue 14 Snapshots 152 Final Detail

Good Living 17 Q&A Jill Wildeman chimes in 18 Likes What we really like right now 19 Worth the Drive Saving sanctuary 20 Model Citizen Honoring Col. Samuel Hopkins 21 Creating A new park for a new century 21 Readers’ Poll The better guilty pleasure 22 Test Drive Wine and shoes: the perfect pair 22 Shelf Life Three Indianabased books for your library 6 July | August 2012 Evansville Living

23 Encyclopedia Evansvillia Reitz Home ripe for murder

Departments 24 Sporting Life The Oaks Golf and Tennis Club brings back its luster and reinvigorates the golfing community 28 Local Issues Cleaning up the city, one 30-gallon trash bag at a time

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63 Swatch Watch Mellow yellow 64 Digging In The color of coral bells 64 On the Market 65 What’s In Store Keeping your pet happy 66 Object of Desire Made in the shade 66 Garden Spot The year of the tree 66 Kitchen Gadget Keep your cool 67 Get Inspired Concrete candles 72 Featured Home The Miller’s third home is family focused

City Life 136 Fifteen Minutes Rock, roll, and soul with Ernie Haase 138 Social Life Out and About 141 Night Life Chill at the Bokeh Lounge 142 Entertainment Center Acting in the moment – New Harmony Theatre 143 The Guide The definitive source on where to go and what to do 145 Check It Out Who said mammoths were extinct?

149 Check It Out Beating cancer, one lap at a time 151 Check It Out Shoes are made for walkin’

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food & Drink 121 In the Kitchen Easy homemade ice cream 122 Hot Dish Take and bake at Culinary Solutions 122 Think Drinks Easy breezy 123 What We’re Trying Now Outdoor dining is in 124 Now That’s Sweet Floating on a root beer dream 125 Local Flavor Farmer’s Daughter Bakery and Cafe is a fresh destination 126 Chew on This Tasty tidbits on the dining scene 127 Dining Directory More than 300 restaurant listings

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Volume 13 • Issue 4 July/August 2012 Editor & Publisher | Kristen K. Tucker President, Tucker Publishing Group | Todd A. Tucker Senior staff Writer | Trisha Weber editorial Intern | Brennan Girdler

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From the Editor

Talk About the Weather

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few days ago, my family discussed two concepts of time: “procrastination is the thief of time” and “punctuality is the thief of time.”

The topic arose relative to my habits, though I am unsure who brought it up.

We were in the car – no doubt we were running slightly late somewhere, though I can’t say for sure where we were headed. (We’re so busy, these days; I’ll get to that in a moment.)

I brought up these views on timeliness expressed in two famous quotes, I suppose, as a teaching moment and a light defense of my habits. The first is attributed to British poet Edward Young (1683-1765). Revisiting Oscar Wilde, I had caught a reference to the inverse: “He was always late on principle, his principle being that punctuality is the thief of time.”

The four of us talked about the meanings of the differing points of view; my husband and I agreed we tended toward the Wilde view. The discussion held our interest long enough to get us where we were going.

It would not be entirely misplaced if my family were slightly critical of my habits. I am not always on time for relatively inconsequential daily engagements. I do try hard to respect others’ schedules and certainly always retrieve my children at the appointed time. I believe most people can identify either with Young’s or Wilde’s view.

Last week, a story from the New York Times caught a lot of attention on the Internet, The “Busy” Trap by Tim Kreider. Kreider writes of busyness – not business, though so many of us say we are so busy because of our businesses – but the behavior of filling every minute of every day largely with self-imposed obligations. We’re “addicted,” he claims, to “busyness and dread what (we) might have to face in its absence. ”

Kreider writes:

“If you live in America in the 21st century you’ve probably had to listen to a lot of people tell you how busy they are. It’s become the default response when you ask anyone how they’re doing: ‘Busy!’

‘So busy.’ ‘Crazy busy.’ It is, pretty obviously, a boast disguised as a complaint. And the stock response is a kind of congratulation: ‘That’s a good problem to have,’ or ‘Better than the opposite.’”

I read Kreider’s essay with a good deal of awareness – our busyness certainly contributes to our timeliness. For myself, my tendency to complete just one more chore before leaving the house contributes more to my punctuality than overcommitting.

As an editor, this trait allows me to deliver this letter just in time; most issues it is among the last pages produced. Had I written the letter two weeks ago at the beginning of our final production push, I could not have written, as I can now sitting at my computer on one of July’s earliest days, of the stupendous heat and barely tolerable riverine swelter that has set in the Ohio Valley. So dramatic has the early summer weather been, that if for no other reason than contributing to historical record, the topic again ranks for this column.

Six of the past seven days have seen temperatures above 100 degrees in Evansville, with two consecutive days of 107-degree temperatures. This span of weather coincided with a really big event, the Web.com tour United Leasing Championship held at Victoria National Golf Club in Newburgh, Ind. (see our May/ June 2012 cover story, “Double Vision”). Neither community enthusiasm for the tournament nor the level of play wilted. Victoria National never looked better, despite June 2012 being the driest June in Evansville history.

Three more days of triple digits are forecast before we move into a very pleasant summer, just in time to plan for plenty of summer fun. Despite the heat – Who wasn’t a tad bit grumpy at the height of the blaze? Ask my kids if their to-do lists got larger as the temperature rose – we really enjoyed putting together this issue; I hope it points you in the direction of some fun this summer.

As always, I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Kristen K. Tucker Publisher & Editor

Letters to the editor can be sent to letters@evansvilleliving.com

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Conversation

Carried Away in Support Thanks so much for your sponsorship of Women’s Weekend Away. The ladies had a fabulous time and it would not have been possible without your generous support.

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Humbled with Kindness

Daddy’s Girl I just want to thank you for featuring Jose Serra (my dad) in your 15 Minute section of Evansville Living (“Carving a Niche,” May/ June 2012). It was an honor and we all really appreciate it! The article was great as were the pictures.

Leanne Serra, Evansville

A Nice Bonus We really appreciate the opportunity to be included in the magazine (“Future Foodies,” March/April 2012) and I appreciate the Mother’s Day bonus (E-Newsletter, May 10, 2012). Thanks again!

Carrie Rudolph, Wadesville, Ind.

Count Evansville I enjoy Facebook for reconnecting, staying connected, and sharing. Evansville Living is successful for the same reason; it shares our stories and makes us know that we people of Evansville do count.

Mollie Gerling, Evansville

Thank you for the great article about Christy Rolley in Evansville Living (“Strength in Numbers,” March/April 2012). I have had so many people come up to me and comment on what a wonderful article it was. Although I wish Christy’s situation were different, I can’t help but feel humbled and thankful for all the kind and generous people who have came into or re-entered our lives because of these unfortunate events.

From Facebook: In our story “What We’re Trying Now” in the Evansville Living May/June 2012 issue, we featured three local restaurants: Firehouse Subs, Jake’s Wayback Burgers, and Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi. Our Facebook friends responded: ➤ I love Firehouse Subs! I didn’t know there was one in Evansville, awesome!

Court Alton ➤ I have eaten at Roppongi Japanese Restaurant several times. It’s always fresh and so yummy!

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➤ We love the sushi at Roppongi and drive over from Owensboro, Ky., for that treat! It is always fresh and the sushi chefs are great.

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On a number of occasions, I have written to Kristen Tucker about articles in Evansville Living that I’ve particularly enjoyed. I give credit to the talented Tucker Publishing Group staff for producing such high quality and engaging magazines.

They speak very well for Evansville and what it has to offer. Thanks for all you are doing to feature such interesting and informative stories.

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Contributors “When I enter the classroom, I know I will be filled up with stories. My students and these agencies are transforming the realities of those around them. Some are unsung, all have heart.”

“The Martins had taken this Airstream trailer and completely retrofitted it to make it an operational, enjoyable, and luxurious trailer.

I wanted to portray the fun that this family has in their outlook on life and just how much enjoyment they’ve had from this project.”

Alicia Harris

Curtis Hustace

Alicia Harris is an adjunct instructor for the University of Evansville and a freelance writer, copy editor, and proofreader. Alicia has also served as a corporate and foundation relations officer and grants coordinator for the UE Office of Institutional Advancement. Out of college, Alicia worked as a writer and editorial assistant for Tucker Publishing Group.

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Evansville Living freelance photographer Curtis Hustace started his professional photography career in 1986 while attending Indiana State University, where he shot for ISU’s official sports programs.

Since, Hustace has shot sports photography for the Thoroughbred Racing Network, done extensive assignments for dog magazines, and continues to follow his passion of capturing extraordinary moments in the lives of ordinary people, from high school senior portraits to wedding photos.

“My mother-in-law, role model, and best friend, Charla Tompkins, was a member of the General Samuel Hopkins Chapter of the DAR. She told me about the cemetery a few years ago and shared with me the progress and importance of the work Mary Alice and others were doing. She passed away last July from cancer. This story gave me hope and also a rather helpful coping mechanism.”

Beth Tompkins Beth Tompkins is a longtime Henderson, Ky., native who began her writing career at Evansville Living in 2003. She now is the business manager at John James Audubon State Park, and enjoys the occasional opportunity to feature her hometown and share the stories, personalities, and general musings that make it up.

Epilogue

Premier Painter

By Ashley Meijer

time for his own painting. Inspired by the monic Orchestra, which is shown in the rough seas of the Atlantic, he painted his paintings he creates for the local nonprofit. impression of the seas once docked in the At concerts, Hustace uses the programs Canary Islands. His goal was to “capture to sketch his work during the show, and the excitement and force of nature.” fills the drawing in with watercolor the While travel is one of Hustace’s major next day. The program is then copied and artistic themes, he also explores music in signed prints are given to special guests of his artwork. Growing up, Hustace played the Philharmonic. instruments such as the ukulele, piano, “I value the fact that I’m still here,” Husguitar, and bass, and developed a natural tace says, “and that I’m able to be producCongrats 1 yr anniv_Layout 1 5/2/12 2:11 PM Page 1 fondness for the local Evansville Philhar- tive and keep a good outlook on life.”

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It’s been 10 years since Cedric Hustace first was featured in the pages of Evansville Living (“Artistic Attorney,” March/April 2002). A retired lawyer, an avid race walker, and a proven painter, the Hawaiian native also was featured in the magazine’s 2003 Best of Evansville as the Best Local Artist, and again in 2010 (“Race for the Thrill,” November/December) after a bad accident caused him to have double knee surgery.

Although he’s since toned down his race walking to a mild mile-and-a-half stroll each morning, he remains a constant in the art world. When he’s not traveling the globe with wife Carol, says Hustace, “I continue to paint madly away.” From paintings inspired by his many travels to artwork for the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra to designing T-shirts and posters for area events, Hustace’s goal is to “always try and paint the bright side of the world.”

Over the years, Hustace confirms that his style has stayed the same, although maybe more “refined.” Recently, Hustace completed a portrait of a Revolutionary War soldier that is part of his American Revolutionary War series for the Sons of the American Revolution.

For two months in 2011, Hustace was an artist in residence aboard the Oceania Cruises’ MS Marina. During his travels from Genoa, Italy, to San Francisco, the artist spent his time giving painting lessons to passengers aboard the ship, leaving little EvansvilleLiving.com July | August 2012 13

Snapshots

5Surf’s Up: Tom and Loretto Mooney of Evans- 5New Sights: After attending the wedding of

ville read Evansville Living while enjoying the sun, sand, and surf in Redondo Beach, Calif.

their niece in New Jersey, Jim and Becky Hadley of Evansville made the quick trip to New York City for some sightseeing with Evansville Living.

5Feliz CumpleaĂąos: Paula Fuelling of Evansville

5Baseball Season: Grant, Misty, Hannah, and

included Evansville City View in her birthday celebrations on a cruise to Roatan.

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Ethan Eilert of Newburgh, Ind., brought Evansville Living with them on a family outing to a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game.

5Hometown Gem: While visiting longtime friends Kathy Herbes and Mary Illgen in Sheboygan, Wis., Rosemary De Cook of Newburgh, Ind., hosted a Silpada Designs jewelry show with hometown companion Evansville Living.

5Moore Than a Memory: On their summer vacation, Jaci, baby Ruthie, Danny, Jeff, Sue, Sarah, and Kristin Moore, from Newburgh, Ind., spent quality family time with Evansville Living aboard an Alaskan cruise.

5When in Rome: In Rome, Italy, Jan and John Lloyd of Newburgh, Ind., admired the nearly 2,000-year-old Colosseum with Evansville Living.

5Beach Bliss: At the Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort on Grand Turk, an island in the West Indies’ Turks & Caicos Islands, the Inzerello and Storms families enjoyed some downtime with Evansville Living. Jenn, Anthony, Jillian, and Zac Inzerello of Newburgh, Ind., and Roger, Paula, Drew, and Reid Storms of Evansville.

5Premier Love: Holding Evansville Living, Leroy and Mary Elizabeth Gilles of Evansville stood at The Vu, a premier wedding venue in Bathgate, West Lothian, Scotland, with son Michael Gilles and wife Karin, who reside in Scotland.

5Home Sweet Home: Dick Seidehamel of Evansville and son Kevin of Mooresville, N.C., sat with Evansville Living overlooking the city of Prague while researching their heritage in the Czech Republic.

4All Aboard:

4High Times:

Jeff and Michelle Brasher of Evansville took a quick pose with Evansville Living during a family vacation aboard a cruise to the Bahamas.

Near the Christ the Redeemer statue, which sits atop the Corcovado Mountain and towers more than 700 meters over the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Rene and Linda Murillo of Newburgh, Ind., posed with Evansville Living.

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worth the drive Indiana Landmarks // model citizen Mary Springer // creating Bicentennial Park

Good Living Q&A

Hometown to Hollywood Living (“Hollywood Lights,” November/ December 2007 and “Teen Spirit,” July/August 2010), we’ve uncovered more topics to discuss with the Posey County native and twice Emmy-nominated producer of courtroom series hit show Judge Judy.

When we last spoke with Wilderman in 2010, she was just settling into her role as executive producer and correspondent for Fanlala.com, a social website dedicated to teen celebrity news. After receiving word she created a new website for country music news, we caught up with our old friend to get the Hollywood low-down.

EL: Tell us about your new venture, SpotlightCountry.com.

Jill Wilderman: I think there is a huge void in the Los Angeles entertainment market for country music news. No one is really covering it, which is unfortunate. Over the past few years, I feel that I’ve gained good experience and have become well-versed in the online world.

Ideally, SpotlightCountry.com will become a trusted source with country musicians where country music fans can watch videos and interviews with their favorite artists. I feel the momentum building, but for now I’m just having a great time doing it. I also started shooting my own weekly in-studio show for Spotlight Country, which I write, produce, and host.

EL: As a small-town gal, you must have a few favorite country music stars.

JW: I grew up listening to Garth Brooks and Shania Twain. Now, I’m loving some of the brand-new country artists such as Eli Young Band, Gloriana, Kip Moore, and The

Farm. I also love Luke Bryan; he is an incredible performer and knows how to engage his fans and put on a killer show.

EL: Do you have some advice for others wanting to pursue a career in Hollywood?

JW: Never let anyone tell you that you can’t do it. I had a lot of support from my family and never let the idea of moving to Hollywood intimidate me. There will always Starstruck // Even though Jill Wilderman be people along the way who will has been in Hollywood for many years, she still has those “starstruck” moments. “Sitting at challenge you and make you quesQuincy Jones’ dinner table and hearing his stories tion your career path or goals — is forever engrained in my memory,” she says. pay them no attention. If you truly “His stories about working with Michael Jackson, work hard and are passionate about the Grammys...I could go on and on. I was utterly what you do, you can do anything enamored to say the least.” you put your mind to. Also, Hollywood is really small, so always be at your best. You definitely don’t want to burn his charity and why he started it, and I was bridges, as you will cross paths again with so humbled and inspired by him. people several times throughout your career.

EL: Who is your favorite celebrity that you’ve met?

JW: I have to say Richard Branson and Ryan Seacrest because they are so ridiculously good at what they do. They both work so hard and clearly know business and how to make things happen. They also have great energy about them. Another favorite of mine is Stevie Wonder. He is so approachable and has a gentle way about him. We talked about

EL: Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years? Do you see yourself ever moving back to Evansville?

JW: I want to have my own network in 10 years. As for moving back, it’s difficult to say. I would like to be back and forth more. I’ve been lucky to travel to Nashville, Tenn., for a new endeavor, which is closer to home, and I love that. LA could have me for the long haul, but home is where the heart is. Stay tuned. ­— Ashley Meijer

Check out Wilderman’s new website at SpotlightCountry.com, or tune in to Beej & the Breakfast Bunch (the Tri-State’s new radio broadcast station) on Q102 101.9 for “Jill’s Celebrity 411.”

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Although this isn’t the first appearance Jill Wilderman has made in Evansville

Good Living

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What: Rustic Resorts WhY: Fully-customized and personalized birdhouses made from locally-sourced, reclaimed barn wood for fine-feathered creatures.

Where: Todd Powers, 812-457-6139

What: Original Art by Nikki Pritchett WhY: Described as whimsical, funky, colorful, and energetic, these acrylic paintings have an original take on the familiar, including customized pieces of clients’ homes.

What: Fantasy Floorplans WhY: Featuring seven decades of one-of-a-kind, TV show-themed floor plans from the 1950s to present day. See The Cosby Show plans below. where: fantasyfloorplans.com

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WhY: These unique wide-angle film cameras produce experimental, creative photographs with light leaks, vignette framing, and deep saturated colors.

WhY: From bibs and bows to bags and bracelets, this local Ferdinand, Ind., designer has fun, fresh, and functional items for you, your home, and your baby.

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WhY: This popular cider beverage — containing 8 percent alcohol — is now available in crafty aluminum cans that are 100 percent recyclable and chill fast.

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Circle City Anchor

worth the drive

Indianapolis is home to another dome restored by Bill Cook Urban churches in the 19th and early 20th centuries had few rivals

in design, materials, and decoration. Carved wood and stone, stained glass, gilding, and stenciling testified to the importance society placed on houses of worship. In the current century, many of these wonderful landmarks sit neglected or vacant, sad artifacts of social, religious, and demographic change.

In Indianapolis, Central Avenue Methodist Church stood out as a poster child for this distressing trend. Many called it an eyesore, with a rust-covered metal roof at eye level for thousands of motorists daily on the elevated I-65/70 inner loop.

Beyond the deterioration, Indiana Landmarks saw the inspiring architecture, the irreplaceable heritage, and the adaptability. The nonprofit preservation organization restored and converted the threebuilding complex into the Indiana Landmarks Center.

For many decades following its construction in 1891, the church’s ministers and lay leaders helped shape the business, civic, educational, and social life of the city and state. As the church grew, it added a Sunday school wing in 1900 and a classroom building in 1922.

In a widely shared pattern, the Central Avenue church experienced a long, slow decline following World War II. From its position as the largest Methodist congregation in the state, it shrank to less than 30 members before it closed in 1999. In April 2008, a 30-foot section of the domed ceiling collapsed, splintering the pews beneath.

Indiana Landmarks envisioned a reuse that converted the sanctuary and Sunday school to cultural and performing arts venues and its state headquarters, and appealed to the Cook family of Bloomington, Ind., to help convert dream to reality. (Bill Cook, founder of a medical equipment company, was long ranked as Indiana’s richest person, and among the richest in America.)

The organization had partnered once before with the Cooks, in the rescue and restoration of the West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Ind., and the team followed the same approach adapting the church. The Cooks contributed more than $16 million of the $20 million cost.

The result bears resemblances to West Baden Springs in the stellar quality of the restoration and the clever adaptation, from the gilded and stenciled organ pipes to the dramatic colored lighting options inside under the dome and outside in the cupola and the gilded caps on its nine towers and domes.

grand hall

The Grand Hall — formerly the sanctuary — seats 400. Cook Theater, with walls and ceilings of intricately laid wood, is indiana landmarks center used for performances, receptions, and meetings.

When asked why he tackled the project, Bill Cook said his family believed in the community impact of restoration and Indiana Landmarks’ pivotal role: “It’s not just about old buildings. It’s about building for the future and benefiting entire communities,” he said. The Indiana Landmarks Center opened in April 2011, one day after Bill Cook passed away at age 80.

In the 1960s, the organization’s first restoration was the Morris-Butler House, a Second Empire-style Victorian house next door to Indiana Landmarks Center. It’s a campus that’s worth a visit next time you’re in Indianapolis. You can take a free tour of the Indiana Landmarks Center at noon on Fridays and Saturdays through October, and you can bookend your visit with the organization’s free tours of Monument Circle at 10 a.m. and Morris-Butler House at 1 and 2 p.m.

— Kristen K. Tucker

when you go July 14 Treasure Hunt

Explore the area around the Indiana Landmarks Center, known as the Old Northside, during the first annual Treasure Hunt, a free event from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. You’ll find all sorts of deals, starting with booths of vendors selling antiques and architectural salvage. Pick up a Treasure Hunt map at Indiana Landmarks listing the locations of neighborhood sales, with historical information about the area.

Monument Circle Walking Tour,

10 a.m. (every Friday and Saturday through October): Departs from South Bend Chocolate Company on Monument Circle.

Photos by Susan Fleck

Indiana Landmarks Center Tour,

noon (every Friday and Saturday through October): See a 19th-century church restored and adapted as a theater and reception hall.

Editor’s Note: I am pleased to serve on the board of directors of Indiana Landmarks. It is this organization that also will restore and reuse the Old Greyhound Station. – K.T.

Morris-Butler House Tour,

1 and 2 p.m. (Fridays and Saturdays through October): From the dramatic formal parlor to the private living quarters, this Victorian home reveals how an uppermiddle class family and their servants lived.

City Market Catacombs Tour,

11:30 a.m.; noon; and 12:30 p.m. (every Wednesday and fourth Saturday of each month through October): Indiana Landmarks leads tours of the Romanesque underground remains of Tomlinson Hall, an imposing 1886 building destroyed by fire in 1958, now covered by the City Market’s Whistler Plaza. $10 per person at the door (call in advance for groups of 10 or more).

Check www.indianalandmarks.org for more information.

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History Lesson Remembering the past with Mary Alice Springer an appearance at a Henderson City Commission meeting.

“I had no idea what I was doing,” Springer recalls. “I had never been to a city commission meeting and certainly never spoken at one. I got up and I looked at those men and I just told them, ‘You need to know why Hopkins is so important.’ And so I told them.”

When she finished, the Living History // Mary Alice Springer with the mayor thanked Springer and recently-remembered Maj. Gen. Samuel Hopkins, her chapter for the invigorating a true community project. Re-enactors dedicate history lesson and proceeded to Hopkins’ grave (bottom left). lead a vote that carried unanimously to provide the funding It is in the documenting of historical to begin the project at Spring Garden figures that brings Springer the most joy.

Cemetery.

“Most people are remembered for a few This launched what would become a generations,” Springer says. “Your chilthree-year cooperative effort between the dren, your grandchildren, they remember city and county of Henderson, the Henyou but after that it gets fuzzy. That’s why derson County Historical and Genealogiit is so important to remember. To write cal Society, the Henderson Fiscal Court, the Henderson County Detention Center, it down. To mark it. To talk about it. We can keep our history and these people alive the UK Extension Service, and Marshall Howell IV, a local Eagle Scout with Troop in that way.”

— Beth Tompkins 301, who made the interpretive signage at the cemetery his service project.

Springer handled the details and coordination of efforts with ease. She Henderson’s DAR chapter has been attributes much of this to her awarded first place in historic preservaprofessional career as a medical tion at the state and division levels of writer — first for Mead Johnson NSDAR. On June 29, they took second place in the national Historic Preservation & Co. for 21 years, then for her Contest for the Spring Garden Cemetery. own company, Bluegrass Docu The dedication program of Sept. 16, mentation. She sharpened her 2011, won the Dorothy Mullen Award for research skills on new chemioutstanding arts and humanities procal compounds and producing gramming from the Kentucky Recreation technical and medical writings, and Parks Society. and was able to parlay that into a Among other awards, Springer has springboard to genealogy. “I like received a Gold Service medal from the Indiana Society Sons of the American to document,” Springer says. “It’s Revolution, the Minuteman Award from who I am. It’s what I do.” the Kentucky National Guard, recognition from the Society of the War of 1812 in Indiana, and the General Jacob Brown You’re invited! Mary Alice Springer and Emily Gilliam with Henderson Parks & Recreation Award, the highest award given by the Society of the Second War with Great Britain are offering guided tours and educational lectures on General Samuel Hopkins and the of the State of New York. She is only the restoration of Spring Garden Cemetery to any interested groups. Contact Springer at second person to receive this award.

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fitting at the grave marking for Maj. Gen. Samuel Hopkins in Henderson, Ky. For nearly 60 years, his final resting place and legacy were nearly forgotten.

“Did you know that it was Hopkins, not Richard Henderson, who was the founder of our city?” asks Mary Alice Springer, a local member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. “He laid out the very wide streets of our downtown area and until recently, there was no place here to go and honor him.”

Hopkins’ final resting place on his former land — now located behind the University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service office on Zion Road in Henderson — was abandoned and left to be swallowed by an oasis of trees, brush, and decay. Despite his accomplishments (an American Revolutionary War officer, a major general in the War of 1812, the first judge of Henderson County, a Kentucky state representative, a state senator, and a representative to the U.S. Congress), his grave was nearly lost.

It was an injustice Springer felt personally called to correct. Her involvement with the restoration project officially began in 2009, when she was elected regent of the General Samuel Hopkins Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters

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What a Melon!

For Evansville Living’s inaugural photo contest, we asked our readers to submit photos that reflected summer in Evansville. For her adorable picture of two toddlers enjoying a juicy and refreshing summertime treat, Tracy Bertram of Darmstadt, Ind., took the honor as our first contest winner.

There’s something about family, homegrown produce, and the outdoors that shouts, “Summertime in Southern Indiana,” says Bertram. We agree!

Our next photo contest is for the September/October issue. The theme: Learning. Opportunities to better ourselves happen daily. Maybe you’ve found a new hobby, are teaching your kid how to swim, or are new to parenthood — learning is ongoing. Show us through the lens the joys and struggles of what you’re learning.

For more details, call 812-426-2115 or visit www.evansvilleliving. com/photo-contest. Images can be emailed to photocontest@ evansvilleliving.com. Submissions must be received by Aug. 15.

The Park Next Door

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Plans for a new Downtown park spark excitement in the community As a part of Evansville’s Bicentennial Celebration, organizers hope a commemorative park, across from Downtown’s Old Post Office, will revitalize the city while providing a well-designed destination that improves the quality and strengthens the character of the Downtown atmosphere. “The park will hopefully work as a multifunctional space,” says Philip Hooper, executive director of the Department of Metropolitan Development, “honoring the city’s history, providing a new place for recreation, serving as the permanent home for the Downtown Farmers Market, and acting as a catalyst for development around its perimeter as the city grows.”

Due to public input, a rectangular conceptual design has been selected because of its ability to be more functional. Bicentennial Park will be used for a range of recreational activities, including concerts, picnics, a farmers market, and a potential place for local artists to display their artwork.

Hooper, who is spearheading the project, oversees the budget and is coordinating with architects to begin the design phase. “Once the project is designed,” he says, “the Department of Metropolitan Development staff will have the project put out for construction bids, then carry the project all the way through the approvals, construction, and completion.”

Although it’s too early to estimate the total cost of the park, it’s expected to be funded primarily from the Downtown TIF District (Tax Increment Financing). The park has a projected completion date of July 4, 2013. ­— Amanda Squire For more information, contact the Evansville Department of Metropolitan Development at 812-436-7823 or visit evansvillegov.org.

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Shoes and Wine — in that Order

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Reimann has visited all seven continents and 57 SHOES AND WINE MAKE EVERYTHING FINE // countries throughout a At the Wight-Meyer Vineyard & Winery in Shepherdsville, career as a professional Ky., Trisha Weber, Brenda Beeler, Diana Luck, and Rhonda tour guide. “After 10 years Weber unwind with a wine tasting after a two-hour shoe of guiding tours all over shopping expedition at Zappos Shoe Outlet. the world and being away for around 200 days per offer monthly day-trip wine tours. She year,” the Poseyville, Ind., native says, “I also offers private tours for custom groups decided I wanted to stay closer to home such as family reunions, work outings, and but still use my expertise to share travel bachelorette parties. experiences with others.”

Last July, Reimann put her skills to the verdict use when she started the Passport to Although it should go without saying, I’ll Adventure Travel Club, a social gathering say it anyway: Sign me up for next month. where traveling enthusiasts could share their experiences. A few months later, her club became a business, Passport to Adventure and More. Although she still hosts travel club meetings every month, Reimann’s main item of business are her Wine-Oh! Tours. “Wineries are a very fast growing industry and we are fortunate to have several great wine regions within two to three hours of Evansville,” she says. “I have some amount of wine knowledge and thought it would be fun to run tours to the different regional wine trails and share these hidden gems.”

After the first wine tour proved a hit back in October, Reimann knew she was on to something, and continues to

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This summer, Reimann is teaching a noncredit course, Travel Sense, at the University of Southern Indiana. The class, July 12 and 19, is open to the public and provides tips and tricks for making traveling easier and mishap-free. Also, Reimann’s next Wine Oh! Tour is a day-trip to wineries in Southern Illinois on July 14. (Check out these wineries in our story “Welcome to Illinois Wine Country,” September/October 2010 Evansville Living.) For more information or to book this trip, call 812-453-1771, email pam@pamspassport.com, or visit www.pamspassport.com.

— Trisha Weber

Shelf Life

Walk-In In the newlypublished mystery thriller Walk-In, coauthors Susan Smily and Honora Finkelstein, both from nearby Grayville, Ill., take readers through a suspenseful tale of murder and reanimation as a middle-aged professor — murdered by a serial killer — is pulled into the body of a girl who was stabbed by a hitman.

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Places in the Woods In this futuristic depiction of the world in 2076, Evansville author Greg J. Grotius follows the dark journey of main character Bill as he discovers how bad the world has become. With little resources, Bill sets out on a whirlwind adventure through the woods. Sad and gripping, Places in the Woods combines Grotius’ longtime love of classic drama and horror films.

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Prismatic In the first novel of her debuting Harmony Run Series, young-adult fantasy author Sarah Elle Emm explores the issue of racial segregation and the dramatic world of young love.

From the perspective of Rain Hawkins, Emm, an Evansville native and University of Evansville alumna, gives readers a glimpse of life without freedoms and racial justice in Prismatic.

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During the two-plus hour bus ride from Evansville to Shepherdsville, Ky., tour guide Pam Reimann delighted us passengers with a few interesting — arguably useless, but incredibly entertaining — facts about shoes. The day ahead was soon to be filled with shoe shopping and wine tasting, and as the Zappos Shoe Outlet was our first stop, Reimann made sure we knew our shoe trivia. “Fortythree percent of women admit they’ve been injured by wearing high heels,” “The average American woman owns 19 pairs of shoes,” and “The first modern stiletto — a 3-inch heel made out of alligator skin — was made by Italian shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo for Marilyn Monroe in the 1950s.”

Upon arriving in town, we made our way to Zappos — the world’s largest online shoe retailer — where we spent nearly two hours rummaging through racks of discounted, name-brand footwear.

From there, miles of trees and gravel roads made a pleasant backdrop along our back-country route, setting the tone for the even more pleasant Wight-Meyer Vineyard & Winery. Six or seven or 12 wine samples later, the complimentary lunch arrived — just in time — and our 20-plus group was mingling like we were at a family cookout.

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Night at the Museum Evansvillle’s “Jack the Strangler” becomes Reitz Home Mystery theme The Reitz Home Museum presents it’s 20th Murder Mystery Event on Saturday, Aug. 18, with the production of Murder on Slaughter Avenue, written by local author and Evansville Living contributor Kelley Coures. This is Coures’ fourth script for the Museum. Local celebrities and community leaders perform the characters in the plays, which raise considerable funds for the preservation of the Downtown landmark.

In April 1899, newspaper readers were shocked to read that Mary Storck, a young Evansville woman, had been found strangled to death, her body dumped into a drainage ditch along Slaughter Avenue (today the Lloyd Expressway, near Vann Avenue). Police at the time suspected an inmate at the nearby Southern Indiana Hospital for the Insane (now the Evansville State Hospital) as the culprit. Over a two-year period, two more women were found murdered in the same fashion, including a young African American girl found dead in a horse barn near Fifth Street and Chandler.

Nothing, however, had prepared residents for the headlines of Nov. 13, 1901. The Sunday evening before, two more women — Lena Renner and Georgia Railey — were found strangled. Both women, like Storck, were well-known “ladies of the evening,” and Renner’s body had been dumped in the exact same spot on Slaughter Avenue as Storck’s. The largest manhunt in the city’s history began, which led authorities to their first major suspect: a 35-year-old city police officer named Wilbur Sherwell.

A former boxer, Sherwell had come to Evansville to work for the Reitz Lumber Planing Mill and was recommended to the Evansville Police Department by F.J. Reitz. Sherwell seemed to lead a normal and happy life, living in a modest house with wife Mary and their two small children. But as the investigation evolved, police learned Sherwell had intimate relations with the five murdered women, including Fanny Butler, who was rumored to be carrying his unborn child. In fact, his name wasn’t Sherwell at all, but Charville. He changed it to escape child support and alimony from a previous wife in his hometown of Monroeville, Ohio.

Sherwell admitted he had lied about his alibi the evening of the double homicide, and had for more information on the reitz home murder mystery event, see our guide, page 148.

coerced his wife into lying as well. Conviction seemed only a formality.

Sherwell was held in the Old Vanderburgh Jail during the month-long trial in 1902 for the murder of Mrs. Railey. His defense attorney, the brilliant young Edwin Henning (who later became a judge), actually put the women themselves on trial, pointing out that prostitutes make themselves available to any man willing to pay. No evidence tied him directly to the murders, he claimed, and although that would make Sherwell an adulterer, it didn’t make him a murderer. Ultimately, the allmale jury found Sherwell not guilty.

In 1903, the prosecutor asked the court to dismiss the other charges, and Mr. Sherwell/ Charville left Evansville, never to return. The cases are officially unsolved, although after Sherwell’s release, more evidence was produced that directly connected him to the murders.

According to the Monroeville newspaper archives, Mr. Wilbur Charville died of complications of syphilis in 1917, just out of prison for charges of trafficking “obscene photographs, arson, and other crimes and misdemeanors.”

Many unusual side stories and theories evolved from the investigation and other suspects were questioned, but none of them had such an intimate connection to all five of the women as Wilbur Sherwell. ­— Kelley Coures

100

➤ Percent of Evansville Day School high school graduates who attend college.

18.5

➤ Percent of Evansvillians over the age of 25 who have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

180

➤ Days of instruction that Indiana law requires of home schools and other nonaccredited, private schools in the state.

96

➤ Percent of University of Evansville graduates employed within one year of graduation.

74

➤ Percent of University of Southern Indiana graduates that remain in Indiana.

600

➤ Approximate number of teachers with the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp. that have received safety training since 2009.

20,000

➤ Grant dollar amount the Alcoa Foundation gave to the Warrick County School Corp. for a mathematics instruction enhancement program.

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Sporting Life

The Oaks Golf and Tennis Club

On Course The Oaks Golf and Tennis Club brings back its luster and reinvigorates the golfing community

By Mark Mathis • Photos by Jerry Butts

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he stunning countryside that has nurtured The Oaks Golf and Tennis Club was headed for an ignominious demise earlier this year. The club in McCutchanville was going into foreclosure — even closing two days in March — until a small group of Evansville entrepreneurs stepped in.

Not wanting to see such a beautiful, historical place become pasture land or overdeveloped, Tim O’Bryan and David and Karen Blankenberger, who all live adjacent to the golf course, formed a partnership and bought the private country club themselves. “It is just such a beautiful piece of property,” Karen Blankenberger says.

“A mutual friend put us together (with O’Bryan), and our son, who had just graduated college with a finance degree, said we should really take a look at this.”

Already successful in business (O’Bryan owns O’Bryan Barrel Company and the Blankenbergers own Blankenberger Brothers, Inc.), the three new owners were about to find out just how much there was to learn about revamping a private club.

The threesome started working on the golf course immediately upon taking over, and they plan to begin renovations once the golfing season slows down this winter.

The goal is to complete all improvements during the off-season, but they are prepared to take it in phases.

The lakes on the course will be dug out deep, so there will be plenty of water for irrigation onsite. “David has moved a lot of dirt,” O’Bryan says. David Blankenberger owns a construction company, and he helped with the construction of Cambridge Golf Club, where he also is part owner. “We want to bring the landscaping up to where it’s never been before,” says O’Bryan.

The course once had seven lakes and

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Mighty Oaks // Business partners, Tim O’Bryan (left) and Karen and David Blankenberger (right).

These local entrepreneurs are revitalizing a classic golf course.

nearly 70 bunkers on the 6,827-yard layout. White oak trees are still abundant on the property, and some are more than 100 years old.

Those are all projects that new course superintendent Andrew Brennan is helping to

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keep moving forward. Brennan’s previous position as the assistant superintendent at Rolling Hills Country Club in Newburgh, Ind., will be helpful with this challenge. Brian Myrick moved back to Evansville from Philadelphia to take over as the head golf professional.

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Although a clubhouse renovation is also slated for the winter, the club’s restaurant is currently open, with Matt Barker as head chef. Kelly Heilman, Tim’s daughter, works with event planning for the club, and Cathy Kapp is the membership director.

“With the improvements to the clubhouse, the venue will be even more attractive for events and weddings,” Kapp says.

Plans also include moving the tennis courts or adding more courts. The partners want to tap into the large residential presence that borders the club property on all sides. They also want to offer more teaching opportunities for both junior golf and tennis players.

The former Oak Meadow has had a significant presence in northern Vanderburgh County for several decades. It was the family estate of D. Mead Johnson, who started the Mead Johnson Company in Evansville.

The former clubhouse was Johnson’s home until he sold his interest in the company to Bristol Myers Squibb and moved to Florida, according to a story in the defunct Evansville Press from 1994.

The estate was taken over by Dick Heath

of the Heath candy bar family in 1971.

He turned it into a country club hoping to bring a major golf tournament to Oak Meadow, but financial problems derailed those plans. The club has since changed ownership several times and was memberowned in the 1990s.

O’Bryan and the Blankenbergers realize it will take some time for the club to operate at a profit. They are concentrating on increasing membership from the 320 that are on the books now. Of that, there are roughly 165 full members.

“Our official draw is children and women,” O’Bryan says. “We’ve opened up tee times to the women, and we’re going to encourage the junior events for the kids.”

A lot of children and mothers were enjoying the swimming pool on a warm day in early June. That is exactly what the owners want to see. “One of the neat things, and one of the most exciting things I see coming out of this, is that the club life focuses on lifetime sports (golf, tennis, swimming), and there will be an opportunity for a lot of growth,” Kapp says. “We’re focusing on the family part of club life.”

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A Cleaner Tomorrow Making Evansville a better place to live, one piece of trash at a time

By Jamie Riedford • Photos by Amanda Squire

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he first Saturday of each month has become a day for the community to give back. While Mayor Lloyd Winnecke was running for office last year, he introduced an initiative to improve the image of Evansville.

Before the election, Winnecke received an alarming comment from an out-oftown visitor, stating that the city was “kind of dirty.” Taking the comment to heart, Winnecke made the problem a priority and developed the Clean Evansville Initiative as part of his campaign. The anti-litter proposal encourages Evansville citizens to take pride in the community by picking up trash along streets on all sides of town.

On the first Saturday of January 2012, a week after coming into office, Winnecke launched Clean Evansville in partnership with Keep Evansville Beautiful, leading a crew of volunteers around Downtown’s Main Street to collect litter. The mayor’s idea to include the public makes the solution to the problem a team effort. Since the initial January clean up, more than 985 volunteers have walked the city’s streets collecting a total of 12,489 pounds of trash. On the first Saturday of each month, volunteers meet at 8 a.m. at the designated location ready to work and prepared to get dirty.

Businesses have also become eager to support the initiative. Fifth Third Bank, Vectren, and Accuride Corp. all have teams that volunteer, which has broadened the scope of commitment the community has made to keep Evansville a tidier, more environmentally-friendly home.

An appointed team captain leads each group of volunteers. Winnecke and his wife, Carol McClintock, are regular captains along with the councilperson from the designated cleanup area’s district.

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clean sweep // Mayor Lloyd Winnecke (left) and Kenny Page help make Evansville a cleaner place. Below, Jerome Stewart (left) and Jon Ruthenberg pick up trash along Washington Ave. on June 2, two of the many volunteers making the rounds on that unusually brisk morning.

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Teams are strategically placed throughout the city, picking up litter in the streets for an hour and a half on their assigned route. Fast food bags, plastic bottles, cups, glass bottles, and countless cigarette butts are common items found scattered throughout town, clogging drainpipes and gathering in disgusting piles. Unusual items occasionally make the clean up more interesting, ranging from tires and hubcaps to couches and shopping carts. Around 9:30 a.m., every team starts moving toward the wrap-up location for a ceremonial garbage dumping, followed

by Mayor Winnecke’s appreciative words to volunteers.

Keep Evansville Beautiful, a nonprofit organization focused on improving the quality of life and enhancing economic growth for the Evansville area, plays a significant role in the success of Clean Evansville. Along with coordinating volunteers and providing supplies, Keep Evansville Beautiful has shown an endless amount of support by promoting the initiative to beautify our city. Allied Waste is a huge supporter of Clean Evansville, donating time and effort by providing volunteers to round up and transport the 30-gallon

trash bags to the landfill. Trucks periodically drive through the cleanup area to relieve volunteers of the heavy bags and replenish them with empty ones. Rural King, another key supporter, donates $100 a month to provide supplies such as trash bags, gloves, and other necessary items.

Following the continued success in the early months of the year, Winnecke implemented phase two of the initiative in March. This phase called upon local businesses to take the Clean Evansville pledge to keep their properties clean, and since, over 20 Evansville area businesses have already set an example. The mayor believes that if companies take ownership of their properties, it will significantly increase economic development efforts.

Clean Evansville signage is posted inside the business, showing its commitment to keeping Evansville clean.

Jennifer Mason of Keep Evansville Beautiful says, “If you can’t come out and join us, please take responsibility for your neighborhoods and properties you live on.”

Winnecke is hopeful that Clean Evansville will continue to be a success, and he is looking forward to proudly leading it forward each month. “Clean Evansville has been enthusiastically embraced by the community,” Winnecke says. “I’ve had people comment on what a clean city we have without knowing we even have a clean city initiative.”

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Travel Journal

Roanoke, Virginia

Up on the Ridge Museums, food, ridges, and aesthetic make this Virginia destination a family-appeasing vacation By Paul Leingang

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Yes, Virginia // Clockwise from top: Blue Ridge Mountains, O. Winston Link Museum, Mark Woods at the Roanoke City Market, and a Halflinger horse.

vice, comfortable at 110 mph, “and 140 on occasion,” Hardy adds.

Train lovers and photographers can deepen their appreciation for history and art at the O. Winston Link Museum, filled with photographs and audio recordings documenting the last days of the steam

Photo of Mountains by Bruce Henderson. Train image courtesy of O. Winston Link Museum. Photos of Farmers market and horse by Paul Leingang.

M

ark Woods may well be the first person you meet when you walk into the downtown Roanoke City Market.

Flowers and bedding plants, fresh vegetables, and homemade candies are among the colorful items at the block-long farmers market — and Woods has the premier location.

He has earned his upfront spot as the fourth generation of his family to bring farm goods to Roanoke tables. He can tell you what is in his eight greenhouses and how many acres of various fruit trees he has. He might also be willing to tell you about his family.

“Will there be a fifth generation at the farmers market?” I asked him.

“Olivia is 7 years old,” he said with pride and promise for his daughter’s future. “And she likes to play in the dirt.”

Woods hopes she will be the next generation to extend what is said to be the oldest continuously operating farmers market in all of Virginia. It is part of a busy city center of shops and restaurants serving the 1,200 downtown residents and the 14,000 people who work there. It is a delightful place to visit on an excursion to Virginia’s Blue Ridge, located on Interstate 81.

Visitors quickly learn that it was by rail that Roanoke first arose. Highway ramp and airport runway came later. At the Virginia Museum of Transportation, located in the historic Norfolk & Western Freight Station, tour guide Charles Hardy can proudly take you right up to Engine #1218.

Built in Roanoke in just two weeks during World War II, it’s one of the most powerful steam locomotives ever built, burning four tons of coal per hour and capable of pulling 180 freight cars at 80 mph.

A few steps away is Engine #611, a steam locomotive built for passenger ser-

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Star city of the South // Onlookers on Mill Mountain observe the Roanoke Star — the world’s largest man-made star.

locomotive. Link once spent six days setting up and synchronizing flash bulbs to capture a single nighttime image of a locomotive crossing over a river as water rushed down a dam.

Along the Blue Ridge Parkway, visitors may experience the morning mist rising and revealing a mountain vista beautiful enough to stop a conversation in mid-sentence.

It may be a surprise to find water sports in this mountain region, but there’s room for houseboats and national bass fishing contests at Smith Mountain Lake, which at 40 miles long is the largest man-made lake in Virginia.

Food favorites Breakfast at The Roanoker Restaurant is a must. Southern Living magazine dubbed it one of the five best places in Virginia for breakfast.

The Texas Tavern (where no alcohol is served) boasts that it can seat 1,000 people (but only 10 at a time). The featured Cheesy Western is a small hamburger on a bun, with cheese, a fried egg, and relish.

Along the Booker T. Washington Highway, the Homestead Creamery is a local business using milk from local farmers to

School children and visitors often stop at the Booker T. Washington National Monument to learn about the child born in slavery and grew up to be the man who shaped Tuskegee University. The site includes a reconstruction of the birthplace of this foremost black educator of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Halflingers, dominickers, shorthorn oxen, and Ossabaw Island hogs can be seen at the Blue Ridge Institute and Museum operated by Ferrum College. Halflingers are draft horses from colonial times — big and strong enough for farm work and too good to ride into town. Dominickers are chickens, the kind early settlers would have kept.

Sheep and goats also are among the heritage animals at the institute, a place to learn about spinning and weaving, folk architecture, and the past and present realities of producing “White Liquor” in the hills.

The institute is one of the stops on the Crooked Road, with samples of music from Virginia’s recording legacy in the early half of the 20th century.

Blue Ridge Institute exhibitions have included textiles, toys, folk art, folk architecture, basketry, and banjos. The Blue Ridge Folklife Festival is Oct. 27.

Fine and Performing Arts Lovers of roots music will want to follow the Crooked Road, Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, which takes visitors along a more than 300-mile route through the scenic terrain of the region and includes musical performances, outdoor recreational activi-

ties, museums, crafts, and historic and cultural programs.

Opera Roanoke, now in its 35th season, may offer visitors a surprise — as it did on a recent weekend, when two people from the opera company went to buy a birthday present at ChocolatePaper, a local shop in the Roanoke City Market, and put on an impromptu performance amid the candy counters for customers and staff.

The Taubman Museum of Art showcases American, modern, and contemporary artwork. The museum provides lectures, children’s programs, and engaging art collections.

The Taubman has a gallery of purses designed by Judith Leiber, who received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Council of Fashion Designers in 1994. Enthusiasts for her exhibitions find only a few displays elsewhere in the world, including permanent displays at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

In addition to boating, fishing, hiking, and visiting the museums and historic sites, there are many opportunities to learn about local crafts while driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visit The Grainery in the nearby town of Rocky Mount to see glassblowing in a working glass studio environment, or stop by The Artisan Center along the Crooked Road.

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Our backyard jungle crawls with crosscontinental critters, fauna, flora, and history

By Brennan Girdler • Photos by Jordan Barclay

Zoo

This summer

celebrates the 61st birthday of Donna, who, when she was four, came to Evansville from Memphis. In her startling old age, she has survived her mate, Kley, by 30 years, outlived all of her eight children, and still enjoys five-gallon popsicles in July.

She has arthritis, eats 12-and-a-half pounds of grain a day, and is the oldest living Nile hippopotamus in the world. Still, Donna’s not quite as old as her home at the Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.

In 1916, Mesker Park was no more than a cluttered and undeveloped picnic area.

Thanks to a $25,000 cash gift George Mesker gave to the city to purchase more land around the park, the dilapidated 50-acres became the site to one of the finest zoos in the country.

Backyard Safari // Two grey gibbon monkeys wave “hello” from the Asia region of the zoo. Left, Donna, the world’s oldest surviving Nile hippo, stands proud outside of the Kley Building.

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Memory of an Elephant // From top, Gil Jr. poses with a lion cub, circa 1930. Gilmore Haynie show-

cases Kay, the zoo’s first elephant, to an eager crowd. The zoo’s newest, and biggest, arrival was better suited for parades and other events than their set of lions. Below, one of the zoo’s two jaguars stalks the Amazonia section of the park, and opposite, families enjoy the verdant environments the zoo creates.

Photos provided by Bob and Kristen Haynie

Gilmore M. Haynie, visionary and proponent of the Park’s transformation, became the executive secretary of the city park board in 1916, and later the board’s president. Once Mesker’s donation was realized, both Haynie and Mayor Benjamin Bosse created a plan to change the face of Mesker Park. The next 15 years saw weeds pulled, paths built, lights added, areas cleared, and a fine menagerie of random critters added to the planned zoo, featuring a goat, three rabbits, one raccoon, and six chickens. Belle and Brutus, the main attractions, were gifted lions from the American Circus Association, followed by a black bear from the Denver Zoo. On June 14, 1929, the park acquired its biggest creature when Kay, an 11,000-pound elephant, joined the team.

Haynie utilized Works Progress Administration labor and efficient building strategies to do with $250,000 dollars what $2 million projected dollars would have done. He oversaw the design and construction of one the first barless bear exhibits in the country, followed by the unique, one-third concrete scale model of Christopher Columbus’ “Santa Maria,” crewed by 20 rhesus monkeys. (See “Final Detail” on p. 152 for more information.)

Haynie, whose wife Mildred founded Haynie Travel in 1938, was a world traveler who was inspired by zoos he visited in Germany for these ideas. Barless exhibits became the zoological standard for innovative and best practices largely due to the concepts he introduced in Evansville.

In 1936, Mesker donated more funds to build the Mesker Amphitheatre that boasted seating room for 8,500. Mesker

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Park Zoo was rapidly becoming Evansville’s number one attraction, receiving international renown for its ingenuity, creativity, and unique topographical use of space.

During the zoo’s initial design, Haynie contributed to another innovative barless den, this time for the lions, with spot-on botanical accuracy and an imitation African watering hole smack dab in the center of the zoo.

“It created a draw,” says Amos Morris, current director of the zoo. “The lions would stand on a pinnacle, and as you walk around the perimeter of the zoo you could almost always see them.”

Today, the 84-year-old zoo (officially

Photo by Heather Gray

opened in 1928) enters a new phase of development. “In the 50s, our zoo was one of the premier in the country,” says Morris. “It lost its luster in the 70s and 80s, and now we want to bring the old pride back to the park.”

The zoo has developed a 10-15 year action plan (estimated to cost $45 to $60 million) designed around building a whole new Africa. Morris is looking forward to large primates, like baboons, and to move Daphne the lion out of Asia and into Africa where she was originally meant to be, playing on the same magnetic pull Haynie did 80 years prior with Belle and Brutus. The plan involves relocating animals and updating areas, foremost being the renovation of the amphitheatre.

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It’s a Stretch // Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden has an astonishing 700 animals (more

than 200 species), spread over distinct areas that utilize the unique topography of the zoo. Giraffes Kizzie and Kia always are a crowd favorite.

According to Donna Bennett, assistant to the zoo director, the current amphitheatre was recently shut down due to general need of repair. The planned amphitheatre has the potential to act as an alternative entrance to the zoo for after-hours activities, educational events, and concerts. It will have fixed seating for 7,200, with an additional 1,300 for lawn seating (the Ford Center seats 10,000), and the zoo’s ambiance of growls, hoots, and yelps.

The amphitheatre, says Morris, should be seen as an asset that will allow the zoo to do bigger and better things. “Everything we renovate or build is a revenue generating opportunity,” he says. Whether it’s area rentals, dining services, educational programs, monkey ships, or wildebeests, a zoo is an 40 July | August 2012 Evansville Living

investment everyone in the community can benefit from. “Every dollar we spend turns into $2.90 for the city,” Morris says. By investing in the zoo through taxes, the community draws visitors to stores and restaurants.

Bob Haynie, Gilmore’s grandson and president of Haynie Travel, remembers the days when families could drive through the zoo. He also reminisces about the old carousel, a privately owned attraction across the street from the park. Though never owned by the park, the carousel was sorely missed when it was sold by its private owners in 1972 to Carowinds Amusement Park in North Carolina. Mesker Park wants to provide more attractions, amenities, and memories than ever before, though a lot of zookeeping protocols have changed. The

monkey ship, for example, now allows children to ride bumper boats in its wake.

“We have big dreams and big visions,” says Morris. “But now, unfortunately, an elephant would easily eat up a quarter of our budget.”

Amazonia, an expansion project completed in 2008, has helped the zoo realize a 34 percent increase in attendance. There were 180,857 visitors in 2008, and as of June 20, 2012 (only halfway through the summer), the zoo has seen 112,434. More than 700 animals (200 different species) call Mesker Park their home. Attractions like the Discovery Center, the original 1930’s Kiwanis Shelter, the capybaras and tapirs in Amazonia, and the Children’s Enchanted Forest featuring otters and macaws have kept the zoo fresh and revitalized. The park is open 365 days a year, with events like Orchid Escape in February and March when visitors are immersed in a lush, 75-degree South American climate and can observe the delicate beauty of orchids with botanical experts. The zoo not only has the world’s oldest hippo, but also the world’s largest herd of sitatunga (think swamp deer) on exhibit.

Since the influx of visitors, the zoo has fought off the risk of their numbers plateauing. “We predict another 25 to 30 percent increase once Africa is renovated,” says Morris.

Alongside Africa is a plan to facelift the North Americas section. Charlotte Roesner, marketing director, says they want to renovate the wolf exhibit to accommodate rare breeds of wolves and to house prairie dogs.

But it isn’t all about new ideas. Mesker Park Zoo has always been focused on providing an experience. “When you look around the park, you shouldn’t know you’re in Evansville anymore,” Morris says, “but in Africa.”

The zoo is focused on putting animals in the most naturalistic and realistic habitats they can, for both the comfort of the animals and enjoyment of its visitors.

“A zoo is a reflection of your society,” says Morris. “It’s like stewardship: if you can take care of your animals then you can take care of your community.”

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Tanzania

Photo by Heather Gray

Two generations later, Bob Haynie contin-

ues his grandfather’s love for travel and the zoo. In February 2013, Haynie and his wife, Kristen, will host an eight-day African adventure in the Serengeti called “The Great Migration.” Accompanied by Amos Morris, the safari will partly benefit Mesker Park’s planned Africa redevelopment through the Gilmore Haynie Memorial Fund. The fund was set up as a place for people to contribute to the Africa exhibit in honor of Gilmore Haynie’s original contributions to the park.

The Haynies believe that travel focusing on wildlife in its natural habitat is a great way for participants not only to create lifelong memories, but also to develop a stronger appreciation for our zoo. Future destinations being considered are Central and South America.

The Haynies hope the trip will help people better understand the rich history and pride behind Mesker Park. “This is a trip that will be a life changing experience,” Kristen says.

The safari moves from a lush coffee plantation to the Tarangire Treetops, then on to a safari manor at Nrorongoro near a 1,500-acre conservation area.

Finally, travelers will spend three nights at the Serengeti Explorer Camp where they will be surrounded by approximately three million large animals (elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and more). The wildebeest migration is an annual event when several herds relocate, making it the “largest movement of animals on Earth.”

For more information, call 812-477-8833 or visit www.haynietravel.com. If interested, come out to the zoo on July 25, from 6-8 p.m., and join David Schwenk, with African Travel, and Amos Morris for a presentation on the Tanzania trip.

Just an Observation // Zoo-goers can easily forget themselves in the spectacularly lush setting, as enjoyed by a scarlet macaw, caiman, or Daphne the lion. Visitors rent whimsical paddle boats on Lake Victoria to better view the resident water birds and turtles.

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what’s in store Give a Dog a Bone // diggin’ in Coral Bells // interior identities Airstream

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Not many colors make as bold a statement as yellow. As sunlight releases smileinducing endorphins, this summertime hue brightens any living space, bringing the sunshine into your home. Depending on the space’s overall mood, yellow can contrast nicely with sterling gray, aqua, cranberry, coffee brown, or avocado.

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Home Style

Digging In

Bells of Summer A coral bell for any landscape As a smaller plant, the heu-

chera, commonly called coral bell, is a versatile perennial that works well in large masses or as an accent plant for almost any garden. Although coral bells produce a delicate stem of beautiful, bell-shaped flowers that extend over the plant in the early summer, they are grown mostly for their unique leaf colors. The perennials tend to be evergreen, holding their leaves through the winter months, although that depends widely on the severity of our winters.

Over the past several years, many new heuchera varieties have been introduced, boasting color schemes of green, chartreuse, burgundy, and silver.

Most heucheras tolerate shade or partial shade locations, but no matter where they are growing, they prefer moist, well-drained soils. Generally, the plants grow 12-18 inches tall with flower stems that can shoot up to 36 inches.

Of all the unique heucheras,

which one best suits your style?

Heuchera “Palace Purple” is one of the most common varieties of coral bells. The leaves are a dark burgundy color with a rough leaf resembling a maple leaf. Its flowers bloom white.

Heuchera “Stormy Seas” has ruffled and somewhat glossy leaves, which are multicolored, starting out silver and maroon and becoming a bronze/green color with bright purple undersides as they age.

Heuchera “Chatterbox” is a simple variety with green leaves and bright pink flowers, which typically bloom longer than other heuchera plants.

Heuchera “Snow Angel” has cream-colored, heartshaped leaves and pink flowers.

Heuchera “Lime Ricky” has a lime green leaf with white flowers and requires a bit more shade than other varieties.

Green Spice

Heuchera “Marmalade” has amber-colored foliage with reddish-brown flowers.

Heuchera “Green Spice” has a striking leaf with a green edge and a silver middle with red veins. It has a pink flower and tends to be shade-tolerant.

Heuchera “Obsidian” is one of the darkest leaved coral bells with almost black foliage contrasting with white flowers.

—Brian Wildeman

On the Market

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Listing Agent: Mary Funke-MacCauley, Prudential Indiana Realty, 812-305-4702

5033 Bombay Circle Listing Price: $499,900 Vitals: This 2012 Parade of Homes winner of the best exterior and best bath is located in the Blue Heron Subdivision and boasts six impressive bedrooms and four bathrooms. Relax in the house’s covered porch, enjoy the beautiful, custom landscaping, or relax in front of the stone fireplace in the great room.

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Lime Ricky

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Listing Price: $299,900 Vitals: This lake-front property, located in Dubois/Pike County, is uniquely designed and currently under construction (awaiting a buyer for completion). Lumber is included with the home, which boasts three stories, four bedrooms, and four baths.

Marmalade

Obsidian

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Listing Agent: Anita Corne, F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors, 812-549-7152

What’s in store

A Dog’s Chance When Robin Aldrich’s boxer developed cancer at age five, veterinarians recommended leg amputation and chemotherapy, and still predicted a life expectancy of only one year. The news shattered Aldrich, an Evansville native, but she was determined to find other medical options for her dog Quiggley. Aldrich investigated online for holistic practices and began implementing alternative therapies for cancer treatment via natural dog foods, herbs, and intermixing a raw diet. Her remedies were successful — Quiggley outlived the vet’s clock by six years — and Aldrich’s passion for natural treatments snowballed from there.

As a former director of marketing development for nonprofit organization Youth Resources of Southwestern Indiana, Aldrich sprung her skills into action. In February 2005, she opened Give a Dog a Bone, a natural pet

food market on South Green River Road. The space was limited, about 700 square feet, and she ran it alone. Less than a year later, the business had gained a regular following, requiring Aldrich to upgrade to a larger space. Now at its current location on the East Side, among businesses Elbert’s Natural Food Market, Wild Birds Unlimited, and Play It Again Sports, Give a Dog a Bone has more than doubled its square footage and added nearly a dozen employees. “We work hard to maintain a level of integrity with our clientele,” she says. “They look to us for answers, so they need to trust what we’re telling them is accurate.”

Inside, bold reminders to “Eat Well; Play Well; Live Well” encourage customers to shop healthy for their pets. The sweet aroma of fresh-baked dog treats greets patrons and their pets, and shelves showcase an array

Photos by Natalie Greer

Personal experience with “Quiggley” leads to a natural dog food store

of all items dog and cat related — from car seats, collars, leashes, toys, and foods to paw boots, beds, treats, grooming products, and more. “I always try to keep the store fresh and unique,” says Aldrich. “We have basic lines that we always carry, and then we have other lines that we refresh about every six weeks.”

All natural foods and supplements at Give a Dog a Bone are guaranteed to be licensed by the Indiana State Chemist Office, which administers several agricultural laws involving seeds, fertilizers, animal feeds, and pesticides.

For example, “Most dogs aren’t physiologically engineered to digest foods like corn and wheat,” says Aldrich, “which is why our foods contain whole meats and whole grains, and the bulk of the protein is meat-based rather than a chicken by-product meal or corn gluten meal.”

Whether using holistic foods, treats, or supplements, Aldrich believes the benefits are long term. “You’ll have reduced vet visits from not having frequent illnesses and immune system breakdowns,” says Aldrich, “making it more likely for your pet to live a longer, healthier life.”

— Natalie Greer

Give a Dog a Bone, 5618 E. Virginia St. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. MondaySaturday, 812-402-2663.

Visit www.dogbonemarket.com or find them on Facebook for upcoming events.

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Object of Desire

Retractable Awnings

New and Now

Have it made in the shade

Escaping the summer heat doesn’t have to mean staying inside. Ideal for an outdoor patio, retractable awnings provide the perfect amount of shade for a more enjoyable social gathering in the great outdoors.

This SunSetter Motorized Retractable Awning has been a life-changer for Sean and Amy Powers of Posey County, Ind. Installed two summers ago

by Martin Brothers in Newburgh, Ind., Amy says the shade now allows her to sit on the deck while her kids play in the pool.

The awnings come in various sizes ranging from 8-20 feet wide, and Martin Brothers offers more than 40 color choices of woven acrylic or laminated fabric.

Prices: $1,200-$5,000.

—Trisha Weber

Kick the Bucket; Use a Corkcicle

2,012 Trees

Find Corkcicles locally at Bed Bath & Beyond and Kitchen Affairs.

Photo by Heather Gray

Garden Spot

Keeping your vinos at just the right drinking temperatures — it’s a great dilemma. When the wine’s too cold, it masks the vintner’s uniquely crafted flavors and aromas.

Too warm, and the flavors may take a backseat to the alcohol.

Next time you pop the cork, insert a Corkcicle, an artificial icicle with a reusable freeze gel that maintains optimal drinking temperatures for whites, reds, and champagnes. Place it in the freezer for at least two hours, and the instrument assures the beverage doesn’t get warm while sitting on a table or overheat in the summer’s sun. Plus, no more toting around an ice bucket that condensates quickly.

What’s most convenient is that the sleek Corkcicle consumes little room in the freezer and fits easily in a cooler — making this kitchen gadget ideal for wine tasting on the go.

— Natalie Greer

Grow a living memory to commemorate Evansville’s Bicentennial In honor of Evansville’s Bicentennial

celebration, the city of Evansville, Keep Evansville Beautiful, and several other organizations are offering the Citizen’s Challenge, a community goal of planting 2,012 trees in 2012.

Larry Caplan, a horticulture educator at the Purdue extension office, says the project is well on its way to completion. “We want everyone to get involved,” he says.

“The trees can be in your front yard, back yard, wherever. They don’t have to be publicly accessible.”

The Citizen’s Challenge encourages planting native trees and sending in a photo or posting it on the challenge’s Facebook page. All submitted trees that are planted throughout 2012 in Vanderburgh County are included in the total tree count, and

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are entered into a drawing for a free tree at the end of the year to be planted by the River City Tree Committee. Information on native trees is posted at 2012trees.org. From there, you can find additional links to specific planting guides and figuring out what kind of tree will work best in your planned location.

How to Submit Submit your photo to the 2,012 Trees in 2012 Facebook page, or send in a photo of your newly planted tree to the Department of Sustainability, Energy, and Environmental Quality, 100 E. Walnut St., CK Newsome Community Center, Suite 100, Evansville, Ind. 47713. For more information, call Shawn Dickerson, arborist with the Evansville Department of Urban Forestry, at 812-4365752, or Larry Caplan at 812-435-5287.

— Brennan Girdler

GEt Inspired

As the season for outdoor activities settles in, it’s time to start thinking up ways to make outdoor living spaces more comfortable. Adding a touch of style, a fiery glow, and crackling acoustics, a concrete burning bowl is the perfect go-to project to improve your backyard ambiance. Below are the items needed to create your own unique fire bowl.

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of the plastic bowl with Pam, pour in the mixed concrete to make the burning bowl base. Then, spray the 3.5” can with Pam and place it in the center of the concrete mix, pushing down only to the height of the gel fuel canister.

Take the can out after six minutes. From there, wait 12-15 minutes, then carefully flip the plastic bowl, allowing the burning bowl base to slip out. As desired, place river rocks along the rim of the concrete and let dry overnight. At last, drop the gel fuel canister in the center, light it, and voila: you’ve made your very own portable fire pit!

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Retro Relaxing A couple’s vintage ride receives a modern makeover

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on a bluff overlooking the river, Mike and Rachel Martin’s aluminum refuge is one of their favorite getaways — even if it’s just parked on their four-acre riverfront lot in Henderson, Ky. Although the couple currently lives in Downtown Evansville, they eventually plan to build a home on their Henderson property where Mike’s business, Architectural Renovations, is located. He is the owner and operator of the firm, where his attention to quality and detail 68 July | August 2012 Evansville Living

transfers over to his own projects. With the big move still a year away, the Martins have found a way to enjoy their river view before ever breaking ground: their 1987 aluminum Airstream trailer.

Before Mike and Rachel were married in 2010, they began discussing family traditions. Both agreed that camping was an experience they wanted to share with their future children. “Families that camp together stay stronger,” says Rachel. “And they are stronger because of

the good times they had and because of the bad experiences you grow from.” But with a creative like Mike, a tent would not suffice.

He had always liked the look of Airstreams, which are rounded, light-weight aluminum travel trailers known for their retro style, and now he finally had the perfect excuse to buy one. It took a few months before an Airstream showed up in the local classifieds, but eventually it did, and the Martins’ dream of completely revamping one of theses vintage campers came true.

“We immediately fell in love with it,” says Mike. “It had a few dents and it was far from perfect, and definitely dated on the inside, but we had a vision.”

Happy Campers // Perched on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River, Mike, Rachel, and baby Gus enjoy the high-style comforts of camping in their renovated 1987 Airstream trailer. The trailer was a wedding gift to each other, and Rachel had it replicated for the groom’s cake.

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“Families that camp together stay stronger.

And they are stronger because of the good times they had and because of the bad experiences you grow from.”

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While preparing for their wedding, the couple decided to renovate the Airstream during the week leading up to the big day; a week in which Rachel describes as “very chaotic.” Mike and Rachel fully gutted their 27-foot-long Airstream in preparation for its interior remodel. From installing new Konecto wood grain rubber floors to replacing countertops and upholstery, the Airstream got a major facelift. After all, that it was Mike does for a living (see the feature story, “Lofts in Translation,” in our 2008 City View issue). Rachel says that when they think of Airstream they think retro, which is the theme throughout the interior.

Airstreams have been around since the 1930s, when Wallace Byam created the first silver bullet for his wife who refused to go camping without a kitchen. Knowing he was on to something, Byam opened Airstream Trailer Co. in 1931, at a time when there were less than 50 trailer manufactures in business. A few years later, nearly 400 Airstream businesses opened, although only Byam’s original company still exists.

Even celebrities such as Steve Carell, Tom Hanks, and Matthew McConaughey are seeing the draw of the cozy aluminum homes. From appearances in movies — “Charlie’s Angels,” “Independence Day,” and “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape” — to the creation of Airstream hotels — a penthouse trailer park was built atop the luxurious Grand Daddy Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa in 2009 — the popularity of the iconic silver bullet is resurging throughout the U.S. “I think it’s the nostalgia of the 1950s,” says Mike about the draw of Airstreams. “I think it’s all about the aluminum. It’s just rounded and cool.”

Although Rachel and Mike haven’t taken their Airstream on many long trips, they did drive it over to Yellow Creek Park in Owensboro, Ky., for the ROMP Bluegrass Festival last summer. At this year’s festival, the couple had company with their 9-month-old son, August, along for the aluminum ride.

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Married 38 years, there is not

much Norm and Vivian Miller do not agree on. Nowhere is this more evident than when they talk of the motivation to build their new house, the third home they have constructed on the hilly lane bearing their family name alongside Rolling Hills Country Club in Newburgh, Ind. Drawing on a shared deep wellspring of solid family values, intellect, and appreciation for nature, Norm and Vivian turned their laser beam focus to designing and constructing a Craftsman-influenced design home to serve the couple in their next chapter.

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LEGACY AND TRADITION // Recently honored by the Warrick Community Foundation as Most Valuable Philanthropists, Norm and Vivian Miller, right, have opened up their family home on Miller Lane along Rolling Hills Country Club for fundraisers. Opposite, the stunning living room showcases the view, as well as a spinning wheel given to Vivian by Norm on her first Mother’s Day. Below, Norm’s parents’ house is demolished.

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STRESSLESS ENTERTAINING // The Millers favor low-stress entertaining — getting together

with friends and hanging out. The spacious kitchen highlights the home’s custom cabinetry and hand-scraped hickory floor. Left: The dining room features a table for 14 by Madison Table Works in Madison, Ind., and a built-in pantry and bar that share the same granite top, but different woods for the look of custom furniture. Right: The leisure room paneling was salvaged from Norm’s childhood home previously on the site.

Family drove the decision to build the large traditional home, and both Vivian and Norm, a wealth management advisor with a collection of professional designations including a master’s degree in personal financial planning and managing director of the Northwestern Mutual Evansville office, speak of the large role family plays in their lives.

The Millers have three children, and five grandchildren ages 9 months to 6 years old, all living nearby in Warrick County.

Vivian’s parents’ large, comfortable family home on Sleepy Hollow Drive in Newburgh always had been the family gathering spot for the Millers and their extended family. Her parents, Marvin and Joan Smith, moved their family of six kids, two ponies, and one dog from Burlington, Iowa, to Newburgh, in 1969.

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“As my parents age, we found it natural to step up to be the gathering place,” Vivian says. “We were always at my folks’ house.

Family is so important and we built this house with that in mind.”

Norm says the new home requires low maintenance, and is heated and cooled with geothermal technology. “With a few changes, the house is what we wanted it to look like, to feel like, to function like,” he says.

But before they could build their dream home — on the property that was first ac-

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The Millers recently held the Northwestern Mutual Evansville Office picnic at their home and guests enjoyed recreational golf and swimming.

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Norm says his father, Eddy Miller, wasn’t opposed at all to tearing down the house, which was discussed before his death in 2009. “He was excited,” Norm says.

Standing in the stunning living room with 18-foot windows overlooking their pool and the lake and fountain of Rolling Hills, Norm recalls the space as the site of his childhood bedroom. “My bed was right here,” Norm points out. Before demolition, much of the home’s materials were identified for recycling or reuse.

“Norm was really gracious and offered the materials to Habitat for Humanity,” Vivian says. “We gave them a key

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and they took what they wanted, including the furnace and air conditioning.”

Hickory trees felled to accommodate the larger footprint of the new home were milled for the home’s mantels, staircases, and large basement bar. Redwood and cedar paneling in the leisure room were recycled from the old house.

The leisure room, Norm explains, is a more intimate space off the large open kitchen, dining room, and great room.

“The house is big,” Norm says, “but it’s still cozy. That’s why we created the leisure room.” A framed photo of the original home is hung outside the leisure room.

“In every room there is a family piece,” says Vivian, who worked with Nick Williams of Lea Matthews Design Professionals to achieve the comfortable, welcoming feel of the home. “Nick is really fun to work with,” she says. “I’ve had an attraction to his work for years.”

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Doug Hudson, president of Town & Country Pools, says, “The Miller’s had a vision and were committed to making their new home and pool special. We had a home builder, landscaper, and pool builder who all worked together as a team and the finished product reflects the result of that

CARVING HISTORY // Among the remnants

of Norm Miller’s childhood home, which previously occupied the property, is this hickory tree, now carved and sculpted by “Chainsaw” Willy Loper.

“Norm was really gracious and offered the materials to Habitat for Humanity. We gave them a key and they took what they wanted, including the furnace and air conditioning.”

— Vivian Miller

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was taken because of the wooded site.

Out back, there was this incredible view of the Rolling Hills Country Club golf course. Centered in the view was a lake with a fountain in the middle of it. A great focal point. It naturally looks like it is an extension of their property.”

Welder was responsible for the installation of 400 tons of boulders — the largest stones weighed more than four tons — on the property as a retaining wall. Welder completed the actual installation.

“Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc., had recently uncovered a vein of the right color stone at their quarry,” Mitchell says. “This stone wasn’t useful for their crushed stone product so they didn’t have an immediate use for it. So, Norm made a deal.”

The couple and the contractors say the yearlong building process was smooth.

“You have to make decisions,” Norm says. “Vivian was ahead of those decisions.”

“It was fun,” Vivian says.

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HEALTHY You Not Another Health Fad Why do we suddenly care about gluten? menus. Health and fitness magazines advise to give it up. Chances are, you have friends who are avoiding it. Gluten — or going gluten-free — is the hot health topic of today.

Spins, a market research and consulting firm for the Natural Products Industry, states that since 2010, gluten-free product sales have increased by nearly 17 percent, and in 2011, they exceeded $6 billion. All of this recent attention had us curious: Why go gluten-free?

According to celiaccentral.org, one in 133 Americans has celiac disease, an autoimmune digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with vitamin and nutrient absorption. A gluten-free diet is the only existing treatment to curb the slew of related health problems that accompany the disease such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, growth delay in children, hair loss, and itchy skin. Over time, if not treated, celiac disease can increase the risk of osteoporosis, infertility, and certain cancers.

We asked Bonabeth Nishimura, owner of the East Side’s Great Harvest Bread Co., how her gluten-saturated bakery accommodates the River City’s customers with celiac disease.

Alternative Medicine Bonnie Schnautz, a certified natural health professional and owner of B-Renewed Wellness Solutions, explains that alternative medicine treatments are based on discovering what a person is missing from his or her daily diet and lifestyle as well as what they need to eliminate.

“I don’t want to cover it up, I want to get to the root of the problem and fix it,” she says. When helping her clients create new habits to live by, Schnautz believes that education and empowerment pave the way to a new lifestyle. Maintaining a healthy diet of whole foods with no additives or preservatives helps your body naturally detox and go into healing mode. According to the American Holistic Medical Association, healing takes place naturally when the physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and environmental aspects of life are brought into proper balance.

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What typically contains gluten?

Gluten is in most bakery products that contain wheat, barley, rye, grains, and oats. It can also be found in unexpected foods such as soy sauce, licorice, soups, and salad dressings.

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Grocery stores dedicate aisles to it. Restaurants include options in their

What if you’re a bread lover?

For nearly two years, we’ve varied our baking schedule for our following of gluten-free customers. Once a month, we offer alternatives to gluten products that are as close to regular bread, brownies, and cookies as we can make them.

Why have gluten-free products become more available?

I believe more people are finding out about their sensitivity to gluten. We continue to see an increase in requests for these specialty bakery items.

What do you offer that’s gluten-free?

We have a bit of variety in our lineup — white bread, banana bread, whole grain bread, white bread with cinnamon chips, Dakota bread, and breads with sunflower, poppy, pumpkin, and sesame seeds — as well as chocolate chip cookies, brownies, and cranberry-orange scones. We use a lot of rice flour, potato starch flour, tapioca flour, and buckwheat flour.

Does gluten-free mean healthier?

It all goes back to how many calories you consume, and you can consume as many calories with gluten-free products as you can with gluten products. In our gluten-free recipes, we use sugar and oil or butter, so you can’t necessarily say they’re low calorie by any means.

— Natalie Greer

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A visiting researcher sheds light on a medical trend saving lives in local hospitals For two years, The Women’s Hos- pital in Newburgh, Ind., has offered an innovative donor breast milk program for premature infants in the neonatal intensive care unit. Working with the program as a visiting research scholar with the Indiana University School of Medicine, I met local Evansville mother “Lisa” in the NICU just days after she gave birth to her premature son, “Noah.” Like many women who give birth to premature infants, Lisa had difficulty keeping up with the volumes of breast milk Noah required during his two-month stay in the NICU. She had never heard of donor breast milk before Noah was born, but was happy the extra milk provided by the Indiana Mother’s Milk Bank was available to make up the difference for her tiny boy.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says premature infants should be fed breast milk, and if a mother’s own breast milk is unavailable, the AAP recommends pasteurized donor milk from a human milk bank. Breast milk is the ideal food for infants, especially premature newborns. It helps mature their paper-thin gastrointestinal tract and is digested easier than formula.

I was impressed by Dr. Kenneth Herrmann’s commitment to the use of exclusive human milk feedings for premature infants under his care. He is the medical director for newborn services at The Women’s Hospital, and one of the founders of the donor milk program. He explains that feeding premature infants with either a mother’s own breast milk or donor milk helps prevent necrotizing enterocolitis, a serious, sometimes fatal gut infection.

“The chance of getting the infection increases when infants are born less than 1,200 grams (2.6 pounds),” says Herrmann.

“And that’s when I’d prefer the babies to have breast milk feedings.” Thanks to the donor milk program, the hospital can now acquire pasteurized human milk from the IMMB by a physicians’ prescription order.

I visited Indianapolis to see the work of the IMMB, which is one of 10 nonprofit milk banks in the U.S. Like a blood bank, it thoroughly screens potential donors to ensure only healthy women with a plentiful supply of breast milk become donors. The skilled milk bank staff pasteurizes more than 70 bottles of donated breast milk twice daily in order to keep up with the demand from hospitals

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throughout the Midwest. The donated milk is pasteurized to deactivate any viruses or bacteria, and any milk that doesn’t pass microbiological testing is discarded.

Over the past 12 months, 78 donors from more than eight states have provided donor milk to The Women’s Hospital. All donations are voluntary and unpaid.

Katherine Carroll, Ph.D., is a medical sociologist and visiting research scholar with the Indiana University School of Medicine (2011-2012). Her project examines how donor milk is utilized in the neonatal intensive care units in America and Australia. Contact her at Katherine.Carroll@uts.edu.au.

For more information about the milk donor program in Evansville or how to donate, please contact “Great Beginnings” at The Women’s Hospital at 812-842-4525 or visit the IMMB at www.immilkbank.org.

Jaw Breaker What really causes TMJ — and how to fix it TMJ is a disorder in the temporomandibular joint, one of the most complex joints in the body that controls forward, backward, rotational, and side-to-side motions of the jaw. With so much to account for, range-of-motion complications related to this joint are common. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 10 million Americans suffer from TMJ in some degree, and there is a wide range of conditions that can lead to the disorder.

Dr. David Ogle, a dentist with Family Dentistry in Newburgh, Ind., gives readers a few insights into TMJ, a condition that can, with

the proper assistance, be treated and relieved.

The most common cause Ogle sees in his office is malocclusion, or an incorrect bite.

When the teeth don’t fit together properly, the muscles compensate for the ill-fitted position, which causes pain and discomfort associated with TMJ. Chronic grinding and clenching of the teeth put strain on the jaw, which can result in inflammation in the joint and surrounding muscles that can lead to arthritis.

Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis may contribute to the disorder. Both occur after the degeneration of cartilage and bone and may cause uncomfortable and limited range of motion in the jaw, neck, and mouth.

According to Ogle, prevalent symptoms of TMJ include pain when biting or opening the mouth widely, ear pain associated with

clicking and popping sounds, lockjaw or muscle stiffness, and sharp pain when chewing hard foods.

To treat TMJ, Ogle usually fits his patients in an acrylic splint that fits over the upper or lower teeth. The splint allows the muscles to rest and can protect teeth from grinding. Ogle says, in most cases, patients see relief within two weeks of wearing a splint and can sometimes cycle themselves out of TMJ. If splint therapy does not work, Ogle recommends either a chiropractor or physical therapist to assess a patient’s muscles and joints and perform trigger point therapy or other relaxation techniques. In rare cases, Ogle sends patients to a specialist, but advises “surgery is not something to jump into quickly because of the many potential complications.”

— Ashley Meijer

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HEALTHY You

Face Up to It

Saving lives one pint of blood at a time The first time I donated blood, I passed out.

I was 18, barely weighing the 110 pounds necessary to donate.

I survived the actual blood draw. It was afterwards that did me in.

The nurse with the Red Cross removed the needle and tube from my inner elbow, then bandaged the tiny battle wound. She helped me sit at the table’s edge while a man offered his body as a human walker for transport to the snack table. I shrugged him off. I took a few steps, saw spots, and felt oddly light. The gym floor gave way like a trampoline.

Being passed out brought a wonderful sense of peace. It was better than a calculus class coma.

Coming to, I found myself supine on the gym floor. The wrestling coach, kneeling, held my knees in an upward bend. I had no idea why he was demonstrating one of his demonic wrestling holds on me. I wasn’t even on the wrestling team.

Previously, his demeanor always scared me.

He hailed from the mean streets of New York City and brandished that fact like the badge of a perpetual badass. It worked on us Southern Indiana boys. It kept us in line in the hallways.

While he held my knees, his usually gruff voice was soft. “You’ll be alright, Saalman,” he said. He hollered over his shoulder, as if a real life and death drama had unfolded, “Get Saalman a cookie.” Then, calm and concerned, he said, “Do you like chocolate chip, Saalman? What’s your favorite cookie?”

Talk about surreal. I never dreamed I would be talking cookies with the wrestling coach. I was still confused as to why we were wrestling.

“You just gave blood, Saalman,” he explained.

“Oreo,” I responded.

When I sat upright, the gym exploded with clapping students, as if I were a football player, who, after a few motionless minutes, miraculously rose from the turf following a nasty, whiplashing hit. In my case, though, any compassion soon dissolved into comedy.

“Get Saalman a cookie,” a wiseacre shouted from the top bleachers, mimicking the wrestling coach. His followers chanted the same. These hecklers were my closest pals.

I didn’t donate blood again until my mid-30s.

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I did not faint the second time, nor ever again. A full stomach beforehand helps ensure this.

I frequent blood drives often now. I know many people who donate blood, but I know far more people who don’t.

The latter is puzzling. Consider some facts from the American Red Cross: • Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.

• More than 38,000 blood donations are needed every day.

• More than one million new people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Many of them will need blood, sometimes daily, during chemotherapy treatment.

• A single car accident victim can require as many as 100 pints of blood.

So why not donate?

Some people have a morbid fear of needles.

Some people get freaked out imagining an entire pint of blood exiting their body.

After all, a body houses only about 10 pints. But guess what? The body recreates the missing blood.

Many people just don’t even think about donating.

There’s a 1963 John Updike short story, called “Giving Blood,” that addresses the worry of Richard Maple as he travels with his wife to Boston to donate blood, a first for him. “Sweetie,” Richard blurted, “will they hurt me?” Adds Updike, “…He had, less through his own determination than through the diffidence of the solicitors, evaded pledging blood. It was one of those tests of courage so trivial that no one had ever thought to make him face up to it.”

So, does it hurt?

For me, the worst part is the quick finger prick — a slight pain — that tests your hemoglobin.

For some, it’s not the blood they don’t want to donate, it’s the time.

According to the Red Cross, “The actual blood donation typically takes less than 10-12 minutes. The entire process, from the time you arrive to the time you leave, takes about an hour and 15 minutes.”

I donate the time and blood because I want to make a difference in someone’s life, just as donors made a difference for my mother in 1963. The baby arrived 10 weeks premature, 2 pounds, 8 ounces, dying six hours later. For four days, my mother hemorrhaged. My father’s co-workers rushed to the hospital to donate blood. Mom lived, giving birth to me the following year. I’m happy to be here.

When I fret over the time it takes and the fear of the pinprick, I simply ask myself, “How can I not donate blood?”

Consider the Red Cross statistics, and ask again, “How can I not donate blood?”

Updike was right. If no one makes you face up to doing it, why do it? It’s a little test of courage that makes a big impact. I’m asking you to face up to it. Remember, there are free cookies in it for you. That’s another reason I do it.

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The OB/GYN emergency department is staffed with physicians, registered nurses and other caregivers, such as ultrasound staff, who specialize in obstetrics and gynecology. Our highly skilled team is designed to provide care especially for women. With state-of-the-art technology and support of 24-hour, in-hospital anesthesiologists, we are equipped to handle obstetric emergencies with confidence.

Immediate assessment and intervention is provided for women experiencing urgent obstetric and gynecologic conditions such as: • Pain and bleeding in early pregnancy • Preterm labor • Conditions related to high-risk pregnancy (example: high blood pressure) • Post-operative GYN surgery complications Pictured above from left to right are The Women’s Hospital OB/GYN Emergency Department physicians, Dr. Teresa Brown, Dr. Maria Herron, Dr. Rhonda Trippel and Medical Director Dr. David Podrasky.

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A Healthy Mind

A perspective on the growing trend of pediatric anxiety

by Jim Schroeder

Anxiety disorders

now are the most prevalent psychological condition in children and adults in the United States. It is a startling statistic. Many of those who suffer from severe anxiety have more resources and safeguards than any other generation, but it is particularly worrisome for our children who appear to be struggling to cope with the demands and privileges of our time. By age 18, one in four children will have met criteria for an anxiety disorder.

The questions remain: What are the factors that are associated with this increase? Does it coincide with changes in our generation?

For parents, the first question is whether or not they have something to do with this. Despite what may be perceived, children are safer in many ways than ever before. Since 1907, the child mortality rate has dropped almost fiftyfold. In the last 40 years, the rates of violent crime against children have decreased by more than 60 percent. Statistics from the last 15 years indicate that of all the children who go missing every year, almost 99 percent are found within hours or days. (Roughly four out of five kidnappings are perpetrated by family members.) Since 1987, the rates of serious injury and death of children who were bicycling or walking have been cut in half.

Meanwhile, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death for individuals aged 15-20. Between 2001 and 2007, increased texting volumes accounted for 16,000 road fatalities. Studies indicate that cell phone usage while driving may be as dangerous as drunk driving — and more than 90 percent of the U.S. population has cell phones today. Over the

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last 30 years, suicide has declined or remained the same in all age groups except the 5-24 age group, which climbed to higher levels than any other period since 1900. Youth spend an average of six hours per day exposed to media. We are sleeping 20 percent less than a hundred years ago. The percentage of pediatric obesity has more than tripled in the last four decades, and children born in 2000 are on the verge of becoming the first generation since the Civil War to have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. Type II diabetes increased tenfold from 1982 to 1994. Attendance to religious services has dropped significantly over the past 40 years, and divorce rates have skyrocketed since 1960.

Why is all this important? Research has shown that each of these factors contributes to a person’s level of anxiety. There is little doubt that we have become a nation of worriers, and our children appear to have caught the worry bug.

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Faith/Spirituality A majority of research shows that those engaged in faith-related practices have less anxiety, better adjustment, and decreased negative mood. Studies also show better physical outcomes, including decreased hypertension and quicker recovery from illness.

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Sleep Sleep is critical for repairing tissue and consolidating information, especially in children. An appropriate amount of sleep increases attention, memory, frustration tolerance, and mood regulation. (Most sleep issues in children can be resolved without the aid of medication.)

Media/Technology Certain television programs or learning videos can encourage prosocial behavior, which is defined as voluntary actions intended to help or benefit others. However, research proves that limiting a youth’s screen/mobile time per day can lead to a longer attention span, better mood, and better decision-making. Evidence also suggests that regular interaction with other young children increases vocabulary faster than educational videos. n Jim Schroeder is a pediatric psychologist at St. Mary’s Center for Children and a father of five. For further information on pediatric anxiety, check out Schroeder’s five additional articles at www.stmarys.org/articles.

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Hospital protocols for infection control focus on hand washing, screens, and processes

by Thom Wilder

You won’t find two stronger proponents of good, old-fashioned hand hygiene than Donna Neufelder and Mellodee Montgomery. Neufelder, executive director of quality management at St. Mary’s Health System, could tell you some toe-curling stories about what the human hand touches in the span of a day, or even in a matter of minutes, that would make most adults think twice before ever placing a finger in their mouth again.

Ensuring good hand hygiene, as simple as it sounds, is the first step to battling pesky staph infections that attack people with lowered immune systems, leaving hospital

patients particularly vulnerable. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, commonly known as MRSA, is a type of staph infection carried by one in three people.

Though it is hardly noticeable most of the time, when a carrier’s immune system drops, the usually benign bug can become contagious and dangerous, even leading to death in extreme cases.

While staph infections will always be a reality in health care facilities, the use of aggressive practices to identify and treat potential patient carriers has decreased their prevalence in hospitals over the past decade.

At the forefront of those practices is hand washing.

“We just teach and preach hand hygiene,” says Neufelder, who has worked in the quality arena for St. Mary’s for the past six years. “The basic expectation for every health care worker is that they wash their hands before and after every patient contact, that they use their non-sterile gloves with every patient contact, and they change gloves between every procedure that they do.”

Yet, it’s human nature that the simplest things to consider are often the first forgotten, says Montgomery, a medical technologist at Deaconess Health System. “We do a lot of screens to make sure everybody cleans their hands,” she adds. “You may wonder why there would be such a campaign for that, but people forget the simplest things, and hand hygiene is the number one way to prevent the spread of infection.”

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The first step in battling staph infections is to evaluate new patients as they arrive, Montgomery says. Detailed histories and physicals can immediately give hospital personnel vital information to consider, such as whether the patient came from a nursing home or other setting where they may live in close quarters to staph carriers, or whether the patient may have an open wound. If any red flags are raised during this process, a nasal screen can determine if a patient has a staph infection within two hours.

“Even if the MRSA on the patient isn’t causing them any problems at the moment, it could potentially cause them problems in the future,” Montgomery says.

As a precautionary measure to protect patients, health care workers, and visitors, infected patients are put in “contact isolation,” meaning they are placed in single rooms and health care workers wear a gown and gloves to protect themselves.

Aside from protective equipment, workers still wash their hands.

Both hospitals practice “bundles,” a checklist of items to do or consider when dealing with situations that can give rise to staph infections, including methods to prevent ventilator-associated pneumonia, central line, or catheter insertion.

St. Mary’s implemented its ventilatorassociated pneumonia bundle several years ago, including several standard practices such as keeping the head of the patient’s bed up at 35-45 degrees to prevent drainage into the lungs, as well as regular mouth care, and a daily sedation vacation.

“We give them a chance every day to see if they can breathe on their own and come off of the ventilator,” Neufelder says.

The central line insertion bundle is another key set of guidelines. Any time a line is being inserted into a patient, that patient has an increased chance of infection.

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Hospitals have been very successful in limiting central line infections over the past decade. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of central line infections in intensive care patients has dropped by 58 percent since 2001.

“It’s a constant battle to ensure that we are keeping ourselves safe in the process of giving good care,” Montgomery says. n For more information on staph infections, visit www.cdc.gov.

Under Your Skin MRSA is a crafty little bug.

The constantly evolving “staph” germ is the leading cause of hospital infections.

Since one in three people carry the bug, it’s nearly impossible for hospitals to eradicate infections.

The bug is part of the normal flora of organisms living on its carrier’s skin or nasal membranes. MRSA particularly likes the nose, but can also flourish in armpits or groin areas. Normally, the infection won’t cause its victim any problems, unless the carrier’s resistance to disease decreases.

Then, MRSA can become deadly.

During times of weak immunity, the bug (or, in scientific terms, the microorganism) can go from the skin and into the bloodstream where it can travel just about anywhere.

Most staph germs are spread by skinto-skin contact, leaving doctors, nurses, other health care providers, and even the patient’s family and friends capable of spreading the germs to the patient.

The microorganism is constantly evolving so that even if the parent bug can’t survive in its immediate surroundings, its offspring often can. Improper use of antibiotics to treat MRSA and other staph infections can actually have the opposite effect, making the infection worse (which is why completing the recommended prescription is important).

MRSA infections aren’t hospital exclusive. Healthy, uninfected individuals can be exposed in locker room facilities, day cares, public gyms, or anywhere there are people.

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Mitigating health risk is difficult in a world full of trapdoors and sharp edges (think germs, genes, and unhealthy decisions), but it’s not impractical to keep yourself healthy.

There are pre-emptive screenings for people at risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and countless other health risks. Being active and eating whole foods can help prevent obesity, which is potentially the most hazardous variable for multi-factorial health concerns. It could be that one check-up — that one vaccine — that saves your life.

Here are a few winning strategies for living a healthier lifestyle, and professional advice to avoid spending your days needle-pricked, in hospitals, or underground.

“Avoid a sedentary lifestyle,” says Mohammed. “Lay off the couch, ice cream, hamburgers, and fries.”

Cardiovascular Disease Heart attacks are the bane of those who fear the unknown. They could start with a little jaw pain, some discomfort in your neck, or even indigestion and the overwhelming feeling of “something isn’t right.”

Dr. Waji Mohammed, a physician at St. Mary’s Ohio Valley Heart Care, has noticed a disturbing trend in younger people having heart attacks, and says that most of the time there isn’t a direct marker to trace the cause of an attack.

“Cardiovascular issues are multi-factorial,” Mohammed says. “It could be genetically related, poor dieting, bad cholesterol (diabetes could complicate things), smoking, stress, obesity, or any number of things that could increase the likelihood of developing blockages in your arteries.”

Though unexpected, reducing the chance of a heart attack is within your capabilities. “Avoid a sedentary lifestyle,” says Mohammed. “Lay off the couch, ice cream, hamburgers, and fries.” The key is moderation, and knowing the limit when moderation bleeds into excess. The simplest things to do are avoid smoking and be aware of your body (checking cholesterol, etc.). Heart disease can be hereditary, and increase the chance of stroke and other blockages in the body. The key? Get yourself checked out, and be aware of the aftershock of unhealthy lifestyle choices.

But, if the day does come, the most important thing to do is call 911 quickly upon the first signs of an attack.

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“Avoiding secondhand smoke and cessation, or never starting, is the best thing you can do to fight off preventable lung disease,” says Johnson.

Dr. Roger Johnson, a pulmonologist at St. Mary’s Medical Center, says that smoking is the biggest contributor to lung disease. According to www. emedicinehealth.com, smoking may cause chest pain, “smoker’s cough,” upper respiratory infections, emphysema, and heart problems. A Ball State University study shows that 21.2 percent of Hoosiers regularly smoke, which is lower than previous years. “Avoiding secondhand smoke and cessation, or never starting, is the best thing you can do to fight off preventable lung disease,” says Johnson.

Another cause of lung-related crisis is industry. Being aware of what you’re exposed to at work is important, and making sure that if you’re in a factory or a plant that uses chemicals or hazardous materials there is proper ventilation and safety equipment. “It’s all about mitigating risk,” says Johnson, as is the case with most health concerns.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is common for lung disease. Two of its main forms are emphysema and chronic bronchitis, each of which can cause mucus-laden coughs and wheezing, shortness of breath, fatigue, and infections. COPD is a progressive disease, often caused by exposure of toxins and fumes (smoking included).

Another common lung condition is sleep apnea, often the result of obesity, which can also lead to asthma and allergies.

Obesity

Obesity, like the other health issues, has many contributing factors. “Our actions, genetics, environments, cultural and family traditions — they all interplay,” says Corey Filbert, a registered dietician and nutritionist at St. Mary’s Medical Center.

A body mass index (a range calculated by height and weight) of 30 is obese; 40 or more is considered severely obese. Having a bit of a tummy

doesn’t mean you’ll have severely blocked arteries or movement restrictions, but if the problem is too out of hand it could affect your lifestyle. “You may not be able to get on the floor and play with your kids,” Filbert says. “Or you can’t attend an event with your family because the seats aren’t big enough.”

When you get in your own way, it’s time to start adjusting your lifestyle.

Our food choices play an overwhelming role in obesity. “People eat when they’re sad, when they’re bored, or when they’re angry,” says Filbert. “But we don’t always eat when we’re hungry.” There are emotional, social, and psychological motivations behind your food choices, and the best thing you can do to curb an unhealthy intake is to be active, eat healthy, and find motivation.

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Controlling obesity, a multi-factorial condition and proponent for other diseases and health problems, is a major factor in leading a healthy lifestyle.

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nately, some cancers are preventable, says Sheila Hauck, executive director of oncology services at St. Mary’s Medical Center, by simply maintaining a healthy body weight, exercising, eating properly, and staying clear of tobacco products. These lifestyle choices aren’t necessarily surprising, but Hauck’s advice goes to show how vital they are in managing preventable health concerns.

Smoking, or the use of tobacco products, opens up a slew of cancerous opportunities. “Smokers are at exponentially increased risk for lung, head and neck, oral, esophageal, and bladder cancers, to name a few,” Hauck says. Inhaling carcinogens damages cells, increasing the likelihood that they’ll mutate and develop into cancer cells. The Tri-State has one of the highest rates of lung cancer in the nation, says Hauck. Melanoma, a type of skin cancer caused by sun exposure, is on the rise. “The number of people consistently overexposing themselves is increasing,” Hauck says. “Over 5 percent of people in Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties have skin cancer and, unfortunately, baking in tanning beds starts as early as junior high.”

Aside from maintaining a healthy diet, not smoking, and avoiding overexposure to the sun, the most useful weapon to fight off cancer is to be checked. Checks are getting more specific, and Hauck recommends visiting www.cancer.org for symptomatic guidelines on what to watch out for.

Cervical, colon, rectal, breast, testicular, skin, uterine, and prostate cancer can be detected early, allowing the implementation of early treatment. It’s important, says Hauck, to be checked and receive health counseling at a young age. “For example,” she says, “all men over 20 should have health examinations and cancer-related checkups for their thyroid, lymph

nodes, head and neck region, and skin.” Women over 20 should receive periodic health examinations and cancer-related checkups for thyroid, cervix, breast, ovaries, head and neck region, and skin, while all men and women over 50 should routinely receive screenings for colon and rectal cancers.

The defense against cancer is the same for the rest of the health concerns: live in moderation, be checked, and stay healthy. n

Taking Action Evansville has taken great strides since the area’s callout in the 2009 Gallup poll that listed the city as the most obese area in the nation (although it’s been argued the survey was inaccurate). When the poll was redone in 2012, Evansville fell of the list.

One of the most active ongoing programs is the Welborn Baptist Foundation’s Upgrade campaign, a coalition of schools, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and local government that aims to encourage individual change. Andrea Hays, director of the campaign, says the goal is to make it easier for community members to make healthy decisions.

“It can be as easy as taking the stairs and burning 10 calories a minute, being provided fresh produce options alongside normal snacks, or having safecycling programs,” she says.

Upgrade’s signage can be seen in many Evansville businesses, offering guidelines for healthier options. One example is the Walk EVV Map, which provides 27 walking locations around Downtown. The program is designed to encourage activity and healthy eating, such as going for a walk after a whole-foods dinner. “We offer small opportunities that may lead to larger life changes,” says Hays. “The healthiest choice should be the easiest choice.”

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The Village at Hamilton Pointe, A Continuum of Care Community New Senior Living Community in Newburgh Living Well Changes Everything!

The Village at Hamilton Pointe, located across from Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh, Ind., is an 11-acre senior living campus that includes a 115-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with a 20-unit secure memory care wing, a 53-unit assisted living facility, and 24 independent living cottages.

The Village at Hamilton Pointe believes, “Those who live well are well,” and because living well can mean something different to everyone, they offer five distinct lifestyle communities within their campus: assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and rehabilitation.

Hamilton Pointe Personalized Assisted Living Hamilton Pointe Assisted Living residents can enjoy a life filled with opportunities, activities, and peace of mind, knowing that support is available in all aspects of daily living. Director of Assisted Living Julie Julian says, “Residents are provided with a 24-hour nursing staff under the supervision of experienced nurse Shirley Carter. They enjoy assistance with daily living activities, beautiful apartments, housekeeping and linen services, wellness plans, an emergency call system, three meals per day, and daily social and recreational programs.”

Worry-Free Independent Living at The Cottages According to Executive Director Mark Gavorski, “Hamilton Pointe provides residents a truly worry-free and independent living lifestyle. Hamilton Pointe offers something for everyone with services such as chef-prepared dining options, weekly housekeeping and linen services, paid utilities, scheduled transportation, wellness programming, daily social events, and recreational opportunities to fit residents’ needs.” Independent residents have the option of one- or two-bedroom cottages, all featuring a generous sunroom and patio.

Two-bedroom cottages include garages.

Memory Care With a wing specifically designed to care for the needs of those with Alzheimer’s or other memory impairments, Hamilton Pointe provides a familiar, homelike environment customized so each individual can enhance their quality of life. Julian is most enthused about the dedicated programming and special attention to even the smallest of details in meeting the needs of future resident families.

Skilled Nursing Care The 115-bed, skilled nursing center at Hamilton Pointe specializes in short-term rehabilitation services. “Whether it’s a complication with a chronic condition or after a hospital stay,” says Gavorski, “Hamilton Pointe offers a broad range of personalized, 24-hour 108 July | August 2012 Evansville Living

skilled nursing services to meet any individual’s needs such as cardiac recovery, diabetes management, pain management, hospice and respite care.” Gavorski enjoys sharing information with physicians regarding the continuous glucose monitoring system, which will be available exclusively at Hamilton Pointe.

Goal-Oriented Health and Rehab Hamilton Pointe offers hope through rehabilitation. Whether a patient has experienced a trauma, illness, or surgery, the team at Hamilton Pointe can provide patients with the personalized services and support needed to restore their independence. Specialized rehab services are delivered in two state of the art gyms equipped with the latest therapy equipment available, including the Alter G, Anti-Gravity Treadmill. Also, “each private suite comes with LCD TV’s and individual showers,” says Jessica Elliott, the admissions coordinator. “And the nursing staff is second to none.”

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Women’s Health Care P.C. Your In-Office Surgical Solution for Heavy Bleeding and Permanent Birth Control The doctors of Women’s Health Care, P.C. are leaders in minimally-invasive surgical care for heavy menstrual bleeding and permanent birth control. These treatments – performed in the comfort of the doctor’s office – take very little time and require no incisions.

Women’s Health Care is the only group in the area with a board certified anesthesiologist to administer conscious sedation during treatment at no additional cost to the patient. Most women return to regular activities within a day with little or no pain.

When You Are Sure: Advanced Options in Permanent Birth Control Doctors at Women’s Health Care are performing the next generation of permanent contraception, a reliable, non-invasive and hormone-free procedure that doesn’t require incisions and provides a quick recovery. This procedure prevents pregnancy by stimulating your body’s own tissue to grow in and around inserts that are placed inside the fallopian tubes.

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Endometrial Ablation for Heavy Menstrual Bleeding Some 10 million American women suffer from heavy menstrual bleeding -- yet the majority don’t know there is an effective, noninvasive procedure for this problem. Endometrial ablation dramatically reduces or stops menstrual bleeding for more than 90 percent of women. It is a highly-rated treatment for heavy periods, which often begin during women’s 30s and 40s.

While not life-threatening, studies show that menorrhagia (heavy menstrual flow) causes many women to suffer from fatigue, nausea, headaches, debilitating pain and even anemia.

In addition, many miss work, social events and ball games because of heavy bleeding; a large percentage experience depression, embarrassment and lack of confidence; and many avoid intercourse.

But you don’t have to live with heavy periods. Talk to a Women’s Health Care doctor about NovaSure or Thermachoice -- and whether these treatments may be a good choice for you.

“Even while I was sedated, I remember being reassured by the anesthesiologist.”

The Women’s Health Care team provides both the Essure and the Adiana procedure for permanent birth control. Each is performed in the doctor’s office in less than an hour, and patients are assisted with conscious sedation administered by a board certified anesthesiologist. Many are choosing the Essure procedure for its reliability and quick recovery time. And many insurance plans cover the cost of the Essure procedure with just an office-visit co-pay, so choosing Essure can significantly reduce costs.

When you are completely sure you don’t want to become pregnant in the future, talk to the doctors at Women’s Health Care about the most advanced options in permanent birth control.

What patients are saying about their Women’s Health Care experience: “Very relaxing atmosphere and everyone was very nice and accommodating.”

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“Thank you for putting me at ease and making me feel as if I was the only patient you were assisting.”

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Performed in the comfort of the doctor’s office, these procedures take very little time, require no incisions, and allow a fast recovery.

And only Women’s Health Care patients receive conscious sedation administered by a board certified anesthesiologist.

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Talk to a Women’s Health Care doctor about endometrial ablation for the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding. For more than 90 percent of women it dramatically reduces or stops menstrual bleeding.

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Smokefree Communities Welcome to smoke-free Indiana Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death and disease in the world — in America, Indiana, and here in Vanderburgh County. The cost to our society is great, including more than 5.4 million lives lost every year worldwide, 400,000 in the U.S., and 9,800 in Indiana. This is not including the 50,000 Americans (1,200 Hoosiers) that die every year from exposure to someone else’s smoke.

In Vanderburgh County, 28 percent of the adult population smokes. That is 37,000 smokers, of which 458 die every year and 9,160 continue to live with tobacco-related illnesses.

Our mission at Smokefree Communities is to ensure the protection of non-smokers in public places, provide cessation assistance, and prevent youth from initiating tobacco use.

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• We offer prevention resources to parents and teachers.

• We offer training and presentations on a variety of tobacco-related topics.

• We offer information to the business community on smoke-free policies.

• We offer resources to health care providers to help your patients quit smoking.

• We offer adult and youth coalition membership opportunities.

Smokefree Communities is a community collaboration of many groups, organizations, and individuals from every sector of Vanderburgh County. We work together proactively to continuously improve the safety, health, and well-being of our communities through tobacco prevention and education. We serve as a catalyst for changing the behavioral norms surrounding tobacco for the people who live and work in our communities.

YOU CAN GET INVOLVED, TOO! Do you care about your community and the health of its members? Are you a member of a group or organization that is engaged in issues relating to health, human services, or public safety? Are you a socially-conscious resident who is tired of having to breathe air polluted by secondhand smoke?

Do you just want a chance to make a positive difference in the world or give something back? If the answer is YES to any of these questions, then you need to say YES to joining the coalition! Call us at 812-3037378 or visit www.SmokefreeCommunities.com to find out how you can get involved today.

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Sholar Center Are your skincare products REALLY working for you? How do you know?

We’ve asked people how they choose skincare products, and they almost always say they buy them based on how they smell and feel, whether they have a well-known model endorsing them, and what their friends use. But does this ensure their money is well spent?

Absolutely not. Sholar Center offers something very unique, scientifically evidence-based, and individually created JUST FOR YOU. Skinprint is a way to scientifically analyze and measure your skin’s unique function and anatomy in order to identify exactly where we need to make improvements. Biometric measurements include hydration, oil production, barrier function, collagen formation, and pigment problems. Once we have accomplished this, our partner Skinprint laboratory in New York formulates the skincare products unique to your own skin. We then ensure that your products are working for you by re-analyzing your skin after three months of product use, so there is no doubt that we are making improvements.

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Following a car accident in 2002, Michelle denham spent nearly four years looking for relief for her severe back pain. She suffered with pain and pressure on her spinal nerves and a ruptured disc.

“I couldn’t walk for five minutes without being in pain the rest of the day,” denham said. “I had young children, and I couldn’t pick them up or carry them.” doctors also found that denham was living with spondylolisthesis, a condition that causes one of the bones in the spine to slip out of place.

“Young people who suffer from back pain often live with a spondylolisthesis for years and then it’s as if their back just ‘wears out,’” said Mitchell Campbell, M.d., orthopaedic spine surgeon. denham, now 31, tried physical therapy, pain medication and epidural blocks. She saw several specialists in hopes of being able to resume an active lifestyle that included teaching aerobics and playing softball.

“Michelle was at the end of her rope, but because she was so young I felt it was important to do everything we could to give her a full, active life,” dr. harpring said. drs. Campbell and harpring performed a spinal fusion and inserted rods on both sides of denham’s spine as well as a cage-like device that would provide support for her spine.

“By removing loose bone fragments and fibrous material that were compressing nerves in her back, we also were able to relieve the pain in Michelle’s legs,” dr. harpring said. drs. Campbell and harpring warned denham that her recovery could take as long as six months. But with a lot of perseverance, denham returned to work in just four months, and in six months she was back to teaching aerobics. Today she continues to work, teaches 20 to 25 hours of aerobics a week and is very active with her two children, ages 9 and 13.

“Because I was so young, most doctors wouldn’t even consider surgery as an option for me,” denham said.

“I still have aches and pains,” denham said. “But they are nothing compared to what I went through before surgery.”

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BOUNCE BACK. Michelle actively teaches others to reach their personal fitness goals. When a serious back injury threatened to keep her from training, she turned to the world-renowned experts at Norton Leatherman Spine Center. They helped her get back in the gym – and back to what matters. If you suffer from a serious neck or back injury, call the experts at Norton Leatherman Spine Center. For more information, call (888) 4-U-NORTON or visit NortonLeatherman.com.

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FUSION SPA & BOUTIQUE (812) 402-6004 www.fusionspaevansville.com GILL ORTHODONTICS (812) 476-1377 • (888) 476-1377 www.gillorthodontics.com GOOD SAMARITAN HOME (812) 476-4912 www.goodsamhome.org HAMILTON POINTE (812) 858-5300

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HEALTHSOUTH DEACONESS REHABILITATION HOSPITAL (812) 476-9983 www.healthsouthdeaconess.com HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE (812) 471-0050 www.HomeInsteadTristate.com JACKSON FAMILY MEDICAL PRACTICE (812) 858-1957 LIVING WATER (812) 618-4865 www.LivingWaterLLC.com MEDICAL CENTER FOR PAIN RELIEF (812) 867-9800 (866) 401-7056 www.drrupert.com

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SUSAN G. KOMEN FOUNDATION (812) 962-2202 www.komenevansville.org

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PERMANENT MAKEUP (812) 475-8887

THE WOMEN’S HOSPITAL (812) 842-4200 www.deaconess.com TRISTATE FAMILY DENTAL CENTERS (812) 425-4206 • (812) 473-1900 www.tristatefamilydental.com TRI-STATE PERINATOLOGY AT THE WOMEN’S HOSPITAL (812) 842-4550 www.deaconess.com UROLOGICAL ASSOCIATES, INC. (812) 473-1111 www.uaevv.com WEST SIDE CHIROPRACTIC CENTER (812) 425-5686 www.kerrchiro.com WESTSIDE FAMILY EYECARE (812) 423-5000 WOMEN’S HEALTH CARE, P.C. (812) 858-4610 • (812) 858-4600 (812) 471-0045 www.whcpc.com YMCA (812) 423-9622 Downtown (812) 401-9622 Dunigan www.ymca.evansville.net

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Dubois Today A comfortable and authentic “home base” that offers welcoming arms, history, and entertainment Provided by Dubois County Visitors Center

Dubois County welcomes you! Just a

short drive northeast of Evansville, Dubois County lets you experience historic and scenic attractions, train rides on magnificently renovated cars, delicious food, specialty shops, beautiful Patoka Lake, awe-inspiring architecture, European-inspired festivals, and a central place for nearby destinations.

In Dubois County, the people open their arms to visitors and share their passion for hospitality and strong cultural ties.

Predominantly of German heritage, Dubois County features many European-inspired festivals and attractions that honor its past. One such festival is the Jasper Strassenfest, known as one of Indiana’s finest festivals and recently featured on the cover of the Indiana Festival Guide. The event, Aug. 2-5, includes all good things

German with an American twist, including bratwurst, lederhosen, a biergarten (beer garden), polka music, live entertainment, a hot air balloon race, carnival rides, and a parade.

Numerous other festivals occur throughout the year, including the Ferdinand Heimatfest in June, the Huntingburg Herbstfest in September, and a series of olde world Christmas festivals throughout the county. The Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt — part of the Olde World Christmas celebration — takes place Nov. 17-18, and is rated by the American Bus Association as one of 2012’s top 100 events in North America.

There are other hidden gems in Dubois County such as the Dubois County Museum, a German-heritage cultural center

and one of the largest county museums.

The museum features early settler history, sports memorabilia, a life-size log cabin, farm equipment from all ages, wall murals, a train room with a unique setup of model trains, a play area for children, and a main street that showcases old-time shops and history.

Another must-see is Ferdinand’s Monastery Immaculate Conception. Known as “The Castle on the Hill,” the monastery is home to one of the nation’s largest communities of Benedictine women. The recently restored, awe-inspiring domed church was originally built from 1915 to 1924, and is a cherished view in the community. Experience the sisters’ serene lifestyle with a guided tour of the majestic church and Lourdes Grotto, then browse

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Men at Work lead singer). The Ferdinand Folk Festival is an earth-friendly and family-friendly event promoting music, the arts, and the environment. This free festival will feature nationally-acclaimed musicians, arts, crafts, food, children’s activities, songwriting workshops, demonstrations, and much more! Bring your own blanket or lawn chair! www.ferdinandfolkfestival.com

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Enjoy the beginning of Fall and a cornucopia of values as Ferdinand Merchants fill their shops with delectable autumn tastes, sights, smells, and good old-fashioned bargains. Also featuring an antique tractor display!

November 17–18 ChristkiNdlmarkt

Ferdinand’s Christkindlmarkt Heritage Markets feature lavishly decorated booths spilling over with Christmas wares, antiques, quality handcrafted goods, art, delicious regional food and wine, live entertainment, free concerts, free tours, shuttle service, a marionette theater, and so much more! Always a local and regional attraction, Ferdinand’s Christkindlmarkt, our biggest tourism event of the year, has been voted one of the Top 100 Events in the Nation by the American Bus Association for 2012! Call 1-800-968-4578 for more information.

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the For Heaven’s Sake gift shop. Another religious site worth touring is the St. Joseph Church in Jasper, Ind., that has magnificent mosaic tiles and grand ceilings.

If you are looking for some adventure, climb aboard the Spirit of Jasper train for an excursion to French Lick, Ind., to visit the casino or to get a sight of the area’s impressive West Baden Dome. Enjoy the scenic countryside while riding in exquisitely decorated, temperature-controlled cars.

A short ride and dine trip is available where you can satisfy your taste buds with a meal catered by the Schnitzelbank, an authentic German restaurant. Their bratzel, a bratwurst and soft pretzel combination, was the winning sandwich for Super Bowl XLVI’s sandwich competition, so don’t forget to bring your appetite.

For shopaholics, shop until you drop on Huntingburg’s Historic 4th Street at the antique and specialty shops. Take a break and enjoy a latte at Cool Beans Café and continue your spree at Gehlhausen’s Flowers, Gifts & Country Store or any of the other unique stores along the brick-paved street.

This is just some of what Dubois County has to offer. In the midst of casinos, caves, Abe Lincoln’s Boyhood Home, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, and Amish Country, Dubois County could be your complete getaway! n

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Capital Fun

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Visiting the state’s first capital is worth the investment

Just a short drive away is Historic Corydon and Harrison County, Ind., where visitors are offered experiences that make them feel like they’ve landed far from home. Experience a variety of historical attractions: hiking in dramatically scenic caves, family activities, wineries, unforgettable eateries, and old-fashioned ice cream shops that lure locals and visitors alike.

Founded in 1808, when a government surveyor platted land that was settled by the family of Edward Smith, Corydon became popular when Gen. William Henry Harrison, then the governor of the Northwest Territory and later the ninth president of the United States, would visit the area while en route to Vincennes, Ind. Corydon became Indiana’s first capital in 1816 — the same year Indiana became the nation’s 19th state — and remained the capital until Indianapolis took the title in 1825.

The Battle of Corydon was one of two Civil War battles fought on northern soil (the other was Gettysburg). The battle took place on July 9, 1863, when 450 soldiers of the Harrison County Home Guard attempted to delay General John Hunt Morgan’s 2,400 Confederate soldiers in their march through Southern Indiana. Eighteen men lost their lives, and more than 50 were wounded during Morgan’s Raid through Harrison County.

The Battle of Corydon Memorial Park commemorates the exact location of the

skirmish. A reenactment of the Battle of Corydon and Morgan’s Raid into downtown is held on the weekend of the anniversary date (July 9). More than 100 reenactors, armed with guns and cannons, ride on horses to relive Morgan’s Raid, then travel south to Hayswood Park to reenact the Battle of Corydon.

Visitors can see the primitive campsites and attend a military ball later that evening.

Corydon and Harrison County feature an abundance of outdoor recreation, including caving, camping, hiking, horse trails, fishing, and more. The scenic beauty of O’Bannon Woods State Park entices visitors to spend hours exploring and having fun. The park includes an aquatic center, nature center, hay press demonstrations, a pioneer village, and a horsemen’s campground. Other outdoor activities include golf and miniature golf with an outdoor course and an indoor, black light 3-D course. Three old-time ice cream parlors have served up frozen confections, along with a big scoop of Americana, for more than 50 years.

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For “grown-up getaways,” Harrison County is home to Horseshoe Southern Indiana Casino Resort. Offering hours of gaming fun, the casino has several dining options, including the new Paula Deen Buffet, and top-notch entertainment.

Harrison County is becoming a favorite for wine lovers. Visitors can tour five local wineries and enjoy beautiful scenery, free wine tastings and production tours, outdoor concerts, and many other activities throughout the year. n

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think drinks Bokeh Breeze // hot dish Culinary Solutions // Local Flavor The Farmer’s Daughter

Food & Drink in the kitchen

We All Scream for Ice Cream

From gardening to grilling out to lounging poolside, summertime is filled with outdoor activities most of us will never grow out of. As a kid, one of my favorite activities on a hot summer day was making homemade ice cream. Back then, we used the crank-style makers (which made it difficult to lift the spoon after so much cranking), but nowadays, as technology takes the manual labor out of most endeavors, all it takes for that same delicious, creamy, homemade ice cream is a little bit of patience — and some close observation for good measure.

Recently, I have fallen in love with salted caramel, which satisfies my savory cravings and massive sweet tooth at the same time. I decided to try my hand at creating my own, coupling it with my first batch of chocolate ice cream. After trying several ice cream recipes, from custard-style to a simpler creamstyle, I’ve found the custard base creates a much richer and creamier taste — a winner for this ice cream enthusiast.

With these recipes, you can duplicate my flavor combination or experiment with one of your own.

You’ll need a few pieces of equipment: Large mixing bowl (and space enough for it in your freezer) Hand mixer or whisk Rubber or silicone spatula 2 medium-size sauce pots (preferably with a heavy bottom for even heating)

Custard Ingredients: 1 ½ c. heavy whipping cream 1 ½ c. whole milk 2 eggs 1 c. granulated sugar

Caramel Ingredients: 1 c. granulated sugar 1 c. heavy whipping cream 1 tsp. vanilla extract 1 tsp. fine sea salt To begin the caramel, heat the dry sugar on medium-low heat, resisting the urge to turn up Continued on page 22 g Photo by heather gray

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Note: The custard base works well for other flavor combinations. I recommend either blackberry and sage or blueberry and fresh tarragon.

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feel the breeze Since opening in the summer of 2011, the

Bokeh Lounge in Downtown’s Arts District has served cocktail concoctions sans hard liquor. But its owners, Mike Millard and Dustin Barrows, are no rookies at creating unique mixes with high alcohol content. When the humidity and heat are unbearable this summer, we suggest heading to this craft beer and wine lounge for a Bokeh Breeze.

Designed after the New Orleans’ signature hurricane cocktail, the drink arrives on the rocks Bokeh Lounge: 1007 Parrett St. in a tall wine glass, garnished with an orange slice Open seven days a week: 5 p.m.-2 and paper umbrella — think of sangria with a citrus a.m. Monday-Saturday; 2-8 p.m. fizz. Although it’s customizable, the main contents Sunday. 812-909-0388 or www.

— Oliver Beanblossom hard apple cider, Mike’s facebook.com/BokehLounge Harder Blackberry Lemonade, and a splash of Italian sweet dessert red wine — are perfectly blended to create a red-infused, sugary-sweet finish. Bartender Corey Christy says that although the drink is more popular with their female customers, this fruity blend shouldn’t be taken lightly; it boasts an 8 percent alcohol content — equivalent to two Budweisers — and goes down so smooth that the buzz often arrives before the last sip. – Natalie Greer

Hot Dish

Culinary Solutions: Take and Bake Meals Need a way to fit healthy meals into crazy, clockwork lives? Don’t have time to cook for yourself or your family? Culinary Solutions offers on-the-go everyday-ers easy and healthy ways to fulfill their needs.

We tried skinny chicken enchiladas served with fiesta salad: Large Skinny Enchilada $35 — Large Fiesta Salad $18 Small Skinny Enchilada $18 — Small Fiesta Salad $9 Nutritional info: 159.5 calories, 5.9 grams of fat, 17.8 grams carbs, 16.2 grams protein, 8.3 grams fiber.

The skinny chicken enchiladas and fiesta salad were healthy, delicious, and filling. After a short, 20-minute bake time, the meal was ready. It was that easy. The salad was fresh: crisp green lettuce, black beans, tomatoes, cheese, corn, and a homemade salad dressing.

Order an entire meal for your family in advance, ready for chowing the second you get home.

Co-owners Jennifer Inzerello and Brook Seibert

are changing Newburgh with healthy, delicious food. These sisters decided to start Culinary Solutions because they felt there were no healthy options in the Newburgh area. They offer catering from corporate to elegant in addition to their take and bake meals and salads.

With each take and bake entrée, Nutritional information is provided. Offered in two sizes, the small meals feeds two to three people and the larger size can feed up to six.

– Jennifer Varner Culinary Solutions offers take and bake meals twice a week. Pre-order by phone or on Facebook. Pick-up times for the take and bake meals are 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and 5-6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

17 Sharon Place, Newburgh, Ind. 812-490-1610. For more information, visit www.culinarysolutionsnewburgh.com.

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the heat and speed up the process (you’ll burn the caramel!). Allow the sugar to melt and brown, stirring occasionally, until it takes on a deep amber color (approx. 10 minutes).

Once all of the sugar is sufficiently melted, continue cooking for another 30-60 seconds (it should be smoking slightly at this point), then remove from the heat and add the cream. This will cause the caramel to bubble vigorously — that’s normal. Return it to the stovetop, add the vanilla and salt, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring until it becomes smooth again. Pour into a storage container and set aside, allowing it to cool. (Advice: Wash the sauce pot sooner rather than later.)

While the caramel is cooling, pour the cream and milk for the custard into another sauce pot and turn the heat to medium-low. Again, patience is the key. You want the cream to heat to just below the boiling point, thoroughly warming it without reducing. At this point, I added 1 ½ tablespoons of cocoa powder to the cream, stirring to fully incorporate it into the cream.

Meanwhile, whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl (allow room for a bit of expansion) until they turn a uniform pale yellow. Slowly whisk in the sugar and set aside until the cream is finished heating. As soon as the cream rises to the correct temperature, remove it from the heat and begin to gently whisk it into the egg/sugar mixture. Be careful not to add too much cream too fast, or you will begin to cook the eggs.

Once fully mixed, the fun transformation begins. Let the mixture chill in the freezer, stirring with a whisk or hand mixer every 30-45 minutes. The key is to not let it sit too long or you’ll have undesirable large ice crystals forming. After the first 2 cycles of mixing, the caramel and custard mixtures should both be chilled enough to stir them together and get a nice swirl. Transfer to another sealable container for storage. Enjoy!

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Food & Drink

REstaurants we’re trying Now

Summer Breeze

Bar Louie

Enjoy dining al fresco? There are plenty of local eateries ready to serve on a terrace, deck, or patio. Whether you prefer brunch in the breeze, a sunset supper, or a long lunch, it all tastes better outside.

Fiesta Acapulco

8480 High Point Drive, Newburgh, Ind. 812-858-7777 www.fiestaacapulco.com From delicious appetizers to mouth-watering entrees and specialty drinks, Fiesta Acapulco offers a fine variety of Mexican cuisine. Their outdoor seating is among the most welcoming in the area, with tables for large families or small high-tops for more intimate occasions. Enjoy the bottomless chips and salsa paired with a margarita perfect to indulge in the summer’s heat. Located near a fountain-lit pond with beautiful flowers and a diverse group of ducks and geese, Fiesta Acapulco turns an ordinary dining experience into a tropical fiesta.

Hilltop Inn

1100 Harmony Way 812-422-1757 www.wegotbrains.com

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Voted the “Manliest Restaurant in America” by Asylum Magazine, Hilltop Inn is known for its brain sandwiches, burgoo, fried chicken, German chocolate pie, and Icelandic cod. Although inside, a beautiful antique bar grabs attention, the quaint, outdoor patio — right on top of the hill — steals the show this summer.

or corned beef reuben, or try an individual-sized pizza with your favorite beer. When it’s that time of year to sit on a patio surrounded by gardens — with something cool to drink and delicious to eat — Knob Hill Tavern is exactly what the doctor ordered.

Bar Louie

Fiesta Acapulco

“Eat, drink, and be happy” couldn’t get any easier than at Bar Louie.

Enjoy the sunlight, moonlight, or shade under umbrellas and awnings on the outdoor patio. The atmosphere is cool and relaxed, perfect for any date — day or night. Not many things beat a refreshing beverage on a hot summer day: Dark or light, bottle or draft, Bar Louie has just the brew to satisfy your thirst. Not a beer drinker? No problem — there are several other beverages ranging from martinis and cocktails to specialty wines and mojitos.

Knob Hill Tavern

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812-476-7069 www.barlouieamerica.com

Rí Rá Irish Pub

701-B N.W. Riverside Drive 812-426-0000 www.rira.com/evansville

Located in the heart of Casino Aztar’s entertainment district, this authentic Irish pub offers two spacious levels of outdoor seating overlooking the Ohio River. Rí Rá’s Knob Hill Tavern patio and deck make an excel1016 W. Highway 662, lent viewing platform for several Newburgh, Ind. Downtown events, including the 812-853-9550 pub’s own late-night entertainwww.knobhilltavern.com Tucked away in historic Newburgh, ment with musical performances Knob Hill Tavern is best known for by musicians such as The Regulars, Lindsey Williams, and the Scott its fiddlers, not to mention the Moody Band. So grab a pint of draft beer fishbowls it claims are the coldest in town. Treat yourself Guinness and enjoy an Irish outing in Downtown Evansville. to one of Knob Hill’s delectable sandwiches, like their French dip ­— Amanda Squire EvansvilleLiving.com July | August 2012 123

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cream floating in bubbly A&W Root Beer soda (they also give you what’s left in the Root Beer bottle).

The taste is so smooth and classic — much like the 1950s ambience at the friendly diner that produces it — and the almost harsh aftertaste from the carbonation is diluted by the soft, creamy vanilla treat. Although the diner takes requests for any of their ice cream flavors, Downtown shop Assistant Manager Lindsay Folsom says the oldfashioned vanilla and root beer is a Lic’s staple. Compared to other restaurants in town, she adds, “we’ve probably sold it the longest.”

– Trisha Weber

For Lic’s Deli & Ice Cream locations, see our dining directory, page 127, or visit www.licsdeliandicecream.com.

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Never much of a root beer enthusiast, I distinctively remember how surprised I was after my first sip of a root beer float.

My 10-year-old taste buds delighted in this familiar, yet unfamiliar, concoction, and if I remember correctly, I went back for seconds. Whatever it was about the sole taste of root beer that I didn’t like was somehow disguised when poured over vanilla ice cream.

Root beer still never makes it into my grocery cart. Yet on a hot spring or summer evening there’s something refreshing about that ice cream and root beer mix.

Luckily, I found Lic’s Deli and Ice Cream, a local and regional diner-style restaurant, satisfies my sporadic float cravings. Although some places fancy up the beverage with whipped cream and cherry toppings or even a splash of bourbon (Bobby Flay’s recipe, www.foodnetwork.com), Lic’s keeps it simple with only two essential ingredients: vanilla bean hand-dipped ice

Local Flavor

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Homegrown A dining destination in Princeton, Ind., features local farms on a fresh menu By Trisha Weber • Photos by Jennifer Varner

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ucked away on Princeton’s Broadway Street, right next to the town’s public library, Farmer’s Daughter Bakery and Cafe nearly blends in with its neighboring shops and local dives — save for the bright yellow décor table and matching chairs sitting outside, two blue flags mounted on purple siding that read “Open,” and the restaurant’s large nameplate that takes up the entire front window.

Once inside the 3-year-old restaurant, it’s as if you’ve stepped out of Princeton. Although the interior has a small-town theme, the reclaimed barn doors covering the back wall serve more of an artistic purpose than a “Welcome to Southern Indiana” salutation. Even the wall décor — mostly photographs depicting local farming scenes — takes guests out of their seats and into an art museum. The rich, vibrant colors of each image — taken by local photographer Alex Morgan — contrasts well with the natural light that seeps in through the windows. The interior’s edgy, artistic style isn’t by accident. “There’s a reason it is the way it is,” says coowner Sarah Wolfe. “I attended art school before I got into cooking. My first calling was and is art.”

Wolfe and business partner John Sherfield opened the eatery in 2009, bringing nearly 30 years of combined restaurant experience from all over the U.S., including Bloomington, Ind., Bellingham, Wash., and Savannah, Ga. “I think we both felt called to it for a long time,” Wolfe says about opening the cafe. And what better place to do it than in

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local make Farmer’s Daughter Bakery and Cafe a destination. Chicken pesto is as pretty as it is delicious; zesty garlic hummus is made from organic ingredients; and handcrafted s’mores are the perfect summer treat.

their hometown? “We saw a need, specifically in Gibson County, for a restaurant that offers locally-sourced ingredients and food,” adds Wolfe. “We also wanted to create a destination dining spot for the area.” They did both.

Of all the food prepared at Farmer’s Daughter, approximately 50 percent of it comes from local farms, including Hasenour Farms, which produces all of the restaurant’s pork and beef, and Wolfe’s parents’ farm, where they get eggs and herbs. “We’re not purists,” she says, “but we work hard to pull locally as much as we can. It tastes better. It’s

fresher and it hasn’t been sitting in a freezer or a refrigerator. We can tell you everything about the cow or pig’s life, how it was raised and what it ate.” Nearly all of their protein, she adds, is locally sourced except for the chicken.

The menu includes a variety of homemade dishes for lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, and dessert. There for dinner, my guest and I started our evening with the zesty garlic hummus ($5.50). Made from scratch, the hummus is a simple puree of organic, dried chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, zucchini, peppers, paprika, and salt and pepper. Served with warm,

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mallows. With a small prohomemade bread, the appane torch, the waiter toasted petizer did its job of setting Location: 125 W. Broadthe campfire treat tableside, the tone for the scrumptious making for another uniquely dishes that awaited us during way St., Princeton, Ind. Phone: 812-385-8900 presented dish that (even full) the main course. we didn’t let go to waste.

For her entrée, my guest Dining Hours: 11 a.m.-2 Some other notable dishes ordered a meatloaf platter p.m. and 4-8 p.m. on the menu include the ($12.50), which came with Tuesday-Saturday; 10 benedict, a Sunday brunch two pieces of Creole meatloaf a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays; specialty with buttery bridelivered steaming with a closed Mondays. oche topped with two eggs, complementary mashed po- Website: www.farmers ham, and herbed hollandatato side. Although we were daughterbakeryand impressed by how beauti- cafe.com – Check them ise sauce; Irma’s ham steak, which comes sprinkled with fully presented a meatloaf out on Facebook. orange-rosemary marmadish could be, my order of Adult Beverages: Yes lade; and an array of seasonal the chicken pesto pasta dish Prices: Lunch $6-$8, soups and salads. ($12) stole the show. Tossed Dinner $10-$15 The best part is how fresh with a mix of cream, ParReservations: Yes it all is. Because so much of it mesan cheese, and perfectly is homegrown, vegetables are toasted pine nuts, the penne Payment: Accepts juicier, lettuce is crispier, and pasta dinner was a mouthful Visa, MasterCard, herbs are more potent. “We of flavor and an eyeful of style and Discover like to say we’re classically — garnished with a small, trained but locally sourced,” decorative purple flower.

Despite full stomachs, we ordered des- says Wolfe. “Everything from our homesert. With the help of our waiter, we decid- made breads to our homemade marshed upon the s’more treat. As is everything mallows, we really do make it here. There’s else, even this dessert was homemade, from not a whole lot of that going on here, so the oversized graham cracker patties to the we wanted to offer something that was melted chocolate to the sugar-filled marsh- truly homegrown.”

Chew on this

Now Open:

Inlumi Café & Bakery (4833 State Road 261) has opened in Newburgh, Ind. Owners Ligo and Tiffany Laws and Sam and Becky Wagoner have created a unique menu that includes traditional, countrystyle breakfast dishes, contemporary lunches, and various Belize-inspired meals. … Fresh Baked by Tracy (833 S. Ninth Ave.) opened in Haubstadt, Ind. After gaining experience as a pastry chef in Boston, owner Tracy Wilzbacher used her knowledge to open a bakery business in her hometown of Haubstadt. Now, the Sullivan University graduate has created a menu for her Hoosier clientele that includes homemade cupcakes, cookies, brownies, breads, and cakes. … Beans & Baristas (800 N. Green River Road) has opened in the Eastland Mall. After longtime kitchen appliance and accessory store Kitchens closed earlier this year, employees Phyliss Wolf and Regina Smith were left without a job — and a place to buy their favorite gourmet coffees and teas. In response, the two entrepreneurs opened their own coffee shop, Beans & Baristas, where they serve those same coffee and tea brands.

Nibbles:

Edgewater Grille (1 E. Water St., Newburgh, Ind.), a 14-year-old dining staple along the banks of the Ohio River, now sells fresh homemade bread by the loaf. Choose from an assortment of whole wheat, pugliese, black pepper, French baguette, ciabata, Hungarian sourdough, French batard, and more. Breads are available on Thursdays and Fridays at the restaurant and on Saturdays at the Historic Newburgh Farmer’s Market from 8 a.m.-noon.

Dearly Departed:

Golden Corral (130 N. Cross Pointe Blvd.) has closed. Diner 41 (4301 U.S. Highway 41) has closed.

Fast Eddy’s (507 N.W. Riverside Drive) has closed.

Lone Star Steakhouse (943 N. Green River Road) has closed. Truffles (4833 State Route 261 Newburgh, Ind.) has closed.

Dining Directory

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The Dining Directory is compiled by the editorial staff of Evansville Living and is not based on advertising.

Evansville Living has made every attempt to present an accurate dining guide. Unless otherwise noted, restaurants are handicapped-accessible and accept major credit cards and checks. City and county ordinances prohibit smoking in many facilities. We suggest calling ahead to check which venues are exempt. All phone numbers are local (area code 812) unless specified.

Please notify us of significant changes in restaurant’s management, hours, location, or menu.

H Indicates 2012 “Best of Evansville Living” winner Fine Dining CAVANAUGH’S: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, 433-4333. Steaks, fresh seafood.

Entertainment in piano bar. Meals $13-$50. Open 5-10 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 5-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Cork ’n Cleaver: 650 S. Hebron Ave., 479-6974. Steak, prime rib, chicken, seafood. Salad bar, soup and sandwich lunches. Lunch $7-$9.

Entrees $12-$18. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Dinner 4-9 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. Haub Steak House: Main and Haub streets (next to railroad tracks), Haubstadt, 768-6462 or 800-654-1158. A la carte menu. Steak, prime rib, seafood, chicken, pork, vegetable side dishes, desserts. Meals $18-$40. $10.75 early bird special 4-6 p.m. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Jimmy Jeng’s Szechwan CHINESE RESTAURANT: 669 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 479-7600. Extensive Chinese menu. Lunch $4-$6.

Dinner $8-$12. Open 4-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

LORENZO’S Bakery & Bistro: 976 S. Hebron Ave., 475-9477. Chef-prepared bistro-style dining, fine wines. Deli-style salads, soups, pastas, daily specials. Lunch $6-$9. Dinner $14-$25. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., light lunch 2-5 p.m., dinner 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Bakery open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat. MA•T•888 BISTRO: 5636 Vogel Road, 475-2888. Specialties include lemongrass fish, Peking duck, and chicken lettuce wraps. Lunch $6-$8.

Dinner $8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs. & Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Fri-Sat. Closed Mon. Reservations OK. MADELEINE’S A FUSION RESTAURANT: 423 S.E. Second St., 491-8611. Appetizers, soups, salads, entrees including Roasted Monkfish with Peruvian Purple Potato Carpaccio and Dry-Aged Buffalo Steaks.

Meals $14-$26. Open 4:30-10 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 4:30-10:30 p.m. Fri.Sat. Brunch 11 a.m-3 p.m. Sun. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tues.-Fri. Catering also available. Reservations OK. Red Geranium: 408 North St., New Harmony, Ind., 682-4431. Contemporary American cuisine, extensive wine list. Lunch $7-$11. Dinner $17$30. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. (Breakfast 7-11 a.m., lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dinner 4-9 p.m.) Reservations OK.

Upscale Casual Bonefish Grill: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 401-3474. Soup, salad, fish, steak.

Average meal $15. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

BLUSH ULTRALOUNGE: 615 N.W. Riverside Drive, 433-4700. Continental breakfast for hotel guests, $12. Served 6 a.m.-10 a.m. Mon.-Fri. Full bar available 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 3 a.m. Fri.-Sat. Must be 21 to enter after 4:30 p.m.

EDGEWATER GRILLE: 1 E. Water St., Newburgh, Ind., 858-2443. Fantastic river view. Outside dining in season. Steaks, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, salads, daily specials. Wood-fired pizza oven. Music on weekends. Meals $7-$18. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; Sun. breakfast 8 a.m. Reservations OK for 8 or more.

The Jungle: 415 Main St., 425-5282. Lunch and dinner menus of soups, salads, pasta, and coffee, as well as a chef tasting option that includes five sample dishes feeding up to three. The restaurant also serves bread by the loaf, from whole wheat to Hungarian salado.

Cocktail bar on lower and main levels. Meals $20-$80. Lunch 11 a.m.2 p.m. Tues.-Fri., dinner 5-11 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Closed Sun. and Mon. Raffi’s: 1100 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-9166. Mediterranean, American, Italian specialties, pasta, chicken, seafood, steaks, lamb. Meals $10$16. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Full bar service, wine list, outdoor dining, private party room. Reservations OK. SAFARI WINE & MARTINI BAR: 415 Main St. (upstairs of The Jungle), 4255282. Wines and Spirits and a menu including seared tuna, beef filets, and desserts. Meal: $15-$35. Open 5 p.m.-midnight Thurs.-Sat. Private parties available any day for lunch or dinner.

Western Ribeye & RIBS: 1401 N. Boeke Road, 476-5405. Soups, salads, sandwiches, daily specials. Certified Angus Beef™ steaks, chicken, seafood, baby back ribs. Lunch $6-$10. Dinner $8-$20. Full service bar. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri., 4-10:30 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun. Reservations gladly accepted. No checks.

Private Clubs EVANSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB: 3810 Stringtown Road, 425-2243. Executive

chef on staff. Diverse menu selection. Social membership includes dining.

Kennel Club: 5201 Kratzville Road, 422-1211. Executive chef on staff.

American and European classic cuisine. Reservations OK. Kirby’s private dining: 1119 Parrett St., 422-2230. Open by reservation only to private parties, receptions for up to 250. Minimum $500 food tab. Menu arranged in advance with chef. Hours negotiable.

OAK MEADOW GOLF CLUB: 11505 Browning Road, 867-1900. Executive chef on staff. Dining-only memberships are available. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menu selections. Casual veranda or grille seating and formal dining available. Receptions up to 300.

ROLLING HILLS COUNTRY CLUB: 1666 Old Plank Road, Newburgh, Ind., 925-3336. Executive chef on staff. New and classic dishes including chicken, snapper, filets, pastas. Dining-only memberships are available with an initiation fee, plus monthly fee.

Victoria National: 2000 Victoria National Blvd., Newburgh, Ind., 8588230. Chef-featured items weekly. Member-only dining.

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Delis Bits and Bytes: 216 N.W. Fourth St., 423-5113. Breakfast, deli-style sand-

wich lunches, desserts. Average meal $5. Open 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Mon.-Fri. No reservations.

Emge’s Deli and Ice Cream: 206 Main St., 422-3026. Sandwiches, homemade deli salads, soups. Meals $5-$7. Open 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.Fri. No reservations.

FRESH HARVEST DELI: 101 N.W. First St., Ste. 114 (Old Post Office Place), 421-0407. Fresh soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts, daily specials.

Meals $5-$7. Open 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dine-in or carryout. No reservations.

The Great American Bagel: 3910 E. Morgan Ave., 476-7212. Fresh-baked bagels, plus deli sandwiches, soups, and salads. Items $1-$5. Open 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues.-Sun., 6 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon. Great Harvest Bread Company: 423 Metro Ave., 476-4999. Fresh-baked bread, breakfast items, sandwiches, salads and homemade soups for lunch, gift baskets, and free samples. Limited seating available for coffee and bread. Breads $3.50 and up. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. MondayFriday; 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday.

JIMMY JOHN’S: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-5400, open 8 a.m.-midnight Sun.-Thurs., 8 a.m.-4 a.m. Fri.-Sat.; 8680 Highland Drive, Newburgh, 490-7111, open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. Deli-style sandwiches, fresh-baked bread, vegetables prepared daily, cold cut meats. Delivery available. Average meal $5.

Lic’s Deli and Ice Cream: 800 Diamond Ave., 424-4862; 4501 Lincoln Ave., 477-3131; 520 Mary St., 424-7699; 2311 W. Virginia St., 423-4173; 2001 Washington Ave., 473-0569; 504 N. Green River Road, 473-3428; 11 N.W. Fifth St., 422-2618; 8700 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, 858-0022.

Deli-style soups, salads, sandwiches, locally made ice cream, sorbets. Most meals under $5. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. (summer hours to 11 p.m.) Mon.-Sun. No reservations.

Panera Bread: 220 Burkhardt Road, 476-7477. Breads, sandwiches, paninis, soups, salads, specialty coffee drinks. Items $2-$6. Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Orders may be faxed to 476-7377.

Penn Station East Coast Subs: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 434-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-7361; 3525 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky., 270-683-1515. Quick and casual, grilled, made fresh to order sub sandwiches, homemade hand-cut fries, fresh squeezed lemonade.

Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Carry-out available.

QUIZNO’S SUBS: 5525 Pearl Drive, 422-5500; 900 Tutor Lane, 491-6800; 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, 490-1144. Deli-style, oven-baked subs, homemade soups, fresh salads. Sandwiches $4-$5. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sun. No reservations. No checks.

ROLY POLY SANDWICHES: 5702 E. Virginia St., 962-2326. Wide selection of hot and cold rolled sandwiches, soups, chips, party platters, box lunches, cookies. Sandwiches $3-$7. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Delivery available. No checks.

Schlotzsky’s Deli: 301 N. Green River Road, 471-4011. Deli-style soups, salads, pizzas, hot sandwiches on homemade bread. Average meal $5. Open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 7 p.m. Sun. No reservations.

No checks.

SIXTH Street Deli: 10 N.W. Sixth St., 422-3644. Breakfast, deli-style soups, salads, sandwich lunches. Average meal $5. Open 7:30 a.m.

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all day as well as hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, and soups and salads. Meals: $6-$9. Open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 8 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sunday. Catering available.

Twilight Bistro and Market: 221 Main St., 421-0606. Soups, salads, sandwiches, marinated chicken breast, pork chops, and more. Iced tea is always complimentary. Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

Monday-Friday; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Satuday; closed Sunday.

Victoria’s Tea Room: 123 S. Second St. (Second floor of the Village Mercantile), Boonville, 897-5687. Traditional deli food. Meals $5-$8.

Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sat. Catering, banquet room and carryout all available. Reservations OK.

Coffeehouses 4th Street Java: 410 E. Fourth St., Huntingburg, Ind., 683-5851. Espresso

Arranged by Category cupcakes with unique flavors for each day of the week including mimosa, snickerdoodle, and red velvet. $3. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.Fri., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat.. Closed Sun. and Mon. Catering offered.

Penny Lane Coffeehouse: 600 S.E. Second St., 421-8741. Fair trade organic espresso and espresso drinks, gourmet specialty coffees, Italian sodas, fresh baked pastries, vegetarian soups. Open 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mon.-Wed., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 9 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sat., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. PIECE OF CAKE: 210 Main St., 424-CAKE. Customized cakes, cookies, coffee, sodas, and more. Open 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Sat. Planter’s CoffeeHouse: 130 N. Main St., Henderson, Ky., 270-830-0927.

Full service espresso bar, gourmet soups, salads, sandwiches, desserts. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-3 p.m., 4 p.m.- 9 p.m. Fri. Carry out and catering available.

STARBUCKS: Inside Barnes & Noble, 475-1054; 504 N. Green River Road, 476-7385; 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., Ste. 16, 401-1771; 4650 First Ave., 421-0461; 7755 Fruitwood Drive, Newburgh, 858-0234.

Items $2-$10. Hours vary by location. All locations carry the full line of Starbucks coffees, cheesecakes, cookies, brownies.

WIRED COFFEEHOUSE: 111 N. W. Fourth St., 962-4252. Muffins, rice crispy treats, candy, espressos, coffee. Meals $3. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

bar, custom blended coffee, homemade muffins, fruit pie, cheesecake, brownies. Drinks $1-$4, desserts $2-$4. Open 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Abbey Road Coffee Bean Emporium: 422 N. Main St., 402-0842. Full service espresso bar, drip coffees, smoothies, iced coffees, scones, and soup-and-sandwich lunches. Meals: under $10. Offers catering, drive-thru, and live music. Open 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday. Closed Sunday.

Pizzerias Beans & Baristas: Eastland Mall, 800 N. Green River Road, 475-8566. Big M’s Pizzeria: 1424 N. Main St., 434-6909. A traditional pizzeria with Full coffee bar, Italian sodas, and various pastry treats. Coffee price: strombolis, lasagna, breadsticks, and chicken wings. Offers carryout $1.65 and up. Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and delivery. Meals: Lunch $5 and dinner $10-$20. Open 11 a.m.-10 Sunday. p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until midnight Fri. and Sat., and 2-10 p.m. Sun. (exBRIDGEVIEW COFFEE: 327 Second St., Henderson, Ky., 270-830-9494. Full cept during football season: Sun. hours are noon-10 p.m.). coffee and espresso menu, baked goods, lunch menu including soup, BOOGIE’S PIZZA: 506 E. Fourth St., Mount Vernon, Ind., 838-5000. Pizza, paninis, and deli sandwiches. Drive-through only. Average meal $5sandwiches, pasta, soups, and desserts. Average meal: $10. Open 11 $7. Open 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sat., 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 4-10 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. a.m.-6:30 p.m. Sun. No checks.

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe: 222 E. Columbia St., 425-2515. Soups, salads, Coffee Cottage & Café: 612 Weinbach Ave., 401-1930. Fresh baked items, sandwiches, double-decker pizzas. Meals $7-$10. Kitchen open 11 plate breakfasts, plate lunches, soups, sandwiches, casseroles. a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon to midnight Fri.-Sun. Reservations Breakfast $5.50; lunch $6.50. Open 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 6:30 OK. Smoking facility. a.m.-noon Sat. Geronte’s: 4706 Vogel Road, 474-1700. Chicago-style pizza, baked ItalDonut Bank Bakery And Coffee Shop: 210 N. St. Joseph Ave., 426-1011; ian entrees, sandwiches, salads. Meals $8-$11. Open daily at 4 p.m.

2128 N. First Ave., 426-2311; 1031 E. Diamond Ave., 426-0011; 5 N. Green Wine tasting on Wednesdays. No reservations.

River Road, 479-0511; 1950 Washington Ave., 477-2711; 3988 SR 261, GREEK’S PIZZERIA: 240 S. Green River Road, 402-4733. Pizza, pasta, and Newburgh, 858-9911; 1200 Lincoln Ave., 402-4111; 1209 W. Broadway sandwiches. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.

St., Princeton, Ind., 812-385-3711. Donuts, coffee, cookies, other baked goods. Items $.55-$5. Open 5 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 5 a.m.-1 HOMETOWN PIZZA: 403 W. Highway 68, Haubstadt, Ind. 753-1115. Spep.m. Sun. Drive through available. cialty pizzas, pizzas made-to-order, stromboli, ham and cheese, calzones, hot wings, salad, ice cream. Lunch buffet 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fresh Baked by Tracy: 833 S. Ninth Ave., Haubstadt, Ind., 615-0072.

Mon., Wed.-Fri., night buffet 4-10 p.m. Mon., Wed.-Fri., noon-10 p.m.

Homemade cupcakes, cookies, brownies, breads, and cakes, as well Sat.-Sun. No credit cards. as soups, salads, and sandwiches. Price: $1.15 and up. Open 6 a.m.4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 7 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; closed LITTLE CAESARS: 2007 Washington Ave., 471-5755. 7755 B Fruitwood Lane, Mondays.

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S. Green St. (Henderson), 270-826-4444. Pizza, cheese sticks, bread sticks, chicken strips, hot wings. Most meals $12. Carryout or delivery. Open 10 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-1:30 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-12 a.m. Sun. PAPA MURPHY’S: 5435 Pearl Drive, 401-9191; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 4917272; 4202B N. First Ave., 437-6767; 779 S. Green River Road, 4028686; 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, 853-7272. Rancher pizza, cowboy pizza, Hawaiian pizza, stuffed pizza, and more. Average meal: $10.

Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Pizza Chef: Highway 261, at Newburgh Plaza, Ind., 853-3338. Pizza, baked Italian entrees, sandwiches, salad bar, hot food bar. Weekly specials.

Most meals $5-$7. Open 3-10:30 p.m. Mon., 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Tues.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., 3-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations for party room only.

PIZZA KING: (dine-in facilities) 220 N. St. Joseph Ave., 424-7976, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; Highway 66 at Highway 261, Newburgh, 853-3368, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.; 1033 S. Weinbach Ave., 476-4941, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Tues., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 2411 Stringtown Road, 401-1060, open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.Sat. Pizza, baked stromboli-type sandwiches. Pizza priced by size and toppings. Meals starting at $3.99. No reservations.

PIZZA OVEN: 5806 Stringtown Road, 425-1455. Pizza, stromboli sandwiches, Texas barbecue sandwiches. Average pizza: $10.50. Open 4-9:30 p.m. daily. No orders taken after 9:25 p.m.

Roca Bar and Pizza: 1618 S. Kentucky Ave., 422-7782. Sandwiches, salads, pasta entrees, pizza, steaks, chicken. Average meal $8.50. Open 4-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Sun. Roca Bar North: 12301 Highway 41 N., 868-8898. Pizza, salad, sandwiches, and entrees. Average meal: $6-$15. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Rounders Pizza: 510 W. Mill Road, 424-4960; 12731 N. Green River Road, 867-7172. Specialty pizzas including the Nameless Special, a pie with the tomato sauce on top, and the Bavarian, a pie served with a condiment, mustard. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Fri., noon-10 p.m. Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. Closed Mon. SAM’S PIZZERIA: 2011 W. Delaware St., 423-3160. Pizza, sandwiches, calzones, breadsticks. Open 11 a.m.-midnight Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

Fri.-Sat., 4-10 p.m. Sun. No credit cards.

SAMUEL’S PLACE: 518 Main St., New Harmony, Ind., 682-3001. Italianinspired cuisine including hand-tossed pizza, pasta, calzones, sandwiches, salads. Meals: $5-$10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wed.-Sat. Sandy’s Pizza: 609 S. Main St., Fort Branch, 753-3972. Pizza, strombolis, sandwiches, spaghetti. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-11 p.m.

Sat.-Sun. (10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch buffet) Wednesday Smorgasbord.

Reservations OK for parties. Dine-in, carryout and delivery.

Spankey’s Una Pizza: 714 N. Sonntag Ave., 402-6776. A pizza joint with a variety of specialty pizzas such as The Westsider with an assortment of meat toppings, and the Alfredo Chicken Bacon. Prices: $5-$12. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.

TALK OF THE TOWN PIZZA: 1200 Edgar St., 402-8696. Pizza, adult beverages, and more. Meal price $8-$12. Open 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 4 p.m.-10:30 p.m. daily.

The Slice: 2011 Lincoln Ave., 402-8518. Pizza by the slice or pie. Nontraditional varieties. Baked sandwiches, salads. Slices $1.25-$2.50; pies $8-$16. Open 11 a.m. daily. Reservations OK. Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not-Inn: 4 N. Weinbach Ave., 477-7500. Pizza, salads, sandwiches. Most meals under $10. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs., until midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations.

Turoni’s Pizzery and Brewery: 408 N. Main St., 424-9873; 8011 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, 490-5555. Pizza, salads, sandwiches, freshbrewed beers. Most meals under $10. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.Thurs., until midnight Fri., noon-midnight Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations.

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Croissants with chicken or tuna salad, sliced ham or turkey, two soups every day, desserts, gourmet coffees, fruit smoothies. Average meal $6. Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-5 p.m. Sun. 329 MAIN STREET GRILLE: 329 Main St., 484-9649. Hot, extreme, fire, hot sweet, and sticky wings. Fish tacos, five-alarm fries, pork po’boy, gas house burger, Steak-umm cheese, and more. Meal: $7. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Delivery only Sun. AMERICAN PIT BOSSES: 1113 E. Riverside Drive, 425-5908. “Indiana-style” barbecue. Meals $5-$10. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake: 204 Main St., 470-7763. An eclectic blend of 40-plus cheesecake flavors including turtle, red velvet, peanut butter chocolate, strawberries and cream, and a lunch menu that includes Cajun smoked sausage, Chicago style hot dogs, and pork BBQ. Cheesecake slice: $4.50; meals: $3.99. Open 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Monday-Saturday.

Applebee’s: 5100 E. Morgan Ave., 471-0929; 5727 Pearl Drive, 426-2006;

1950 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-9427; 5120 Frederica St., Owensboro, 270-926-3472. Soups, sandwiches, salads, varied dinner entrees. Lunch under $10. Average dinner $15. Open 11 a.m.-midnight daily. No reservations. No checks.

ARCHIE & CLYDE’S RESTAURANT & BAR: 8309 Bell Oaks Drive, Newburgh, 490-7778. Pizza, fried cheese ravioli, hot taco sticks, wraps, salads, soups, gyros, barbecue. Meals $8-$12. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., noon-9 p.m. Sun. The Bar-B-Q Barn: 1003 E. Diamond Ave., 491-9868. Wood-smoked BarB-Q, walk-in and carry-out. Prices under $10. Open 11 a.m. -7 p.m.

Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. H Bar Louie: (Suburban Hot Spot, 2012) 7700 Eagle Crest Blvd., 4767069. Full bar with large signature drinks, expansive menu with mini Kobe hot dogs, the Luigi sandwich with shaved ribeye, and large hamburger selection. Meals $9-$12. Open 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-midnight Sun. for brunch. No checks.

Big Mama’s Café: 1802 Stringtown Road, 422-3350. Old-fashioned burgers and homemade pies, catfish fiddler Fridays. Average meal $5.95$7.95. Open 5 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon-Sat., 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. BIG TOP DRIVE-IN: 1213 W. Maryland St., 424-7442. Sandwiches, chicken strips, and ice cream. Average meal $5. Open 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2-8 p.m. Sun. BLACK BUGGY RESTAURANT: 4920 Davis Lant Drive, 473-0012. Amish-style buffet with large selection or plated meals available. Meals: $5-$12.

Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Large banquet rooms available.

Bob Evans: 1125 N. Green River Road, 473-9022; 5201 Pearl Drive, 4255100. “Homestyle” American menu. Average meal $5. Open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks.

Boston’s The Gourmet Pizza: 3911 Venetian Drive, Newburgh, Ind., 8533400. Ribs, pizza, seafood, pasta, burgers, and sandwiches. Prices range from $6-$13 for entrees and $8-$20 for pizzas. Open 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Mon.-Sat. and 11 a.m.-midnight on Sun. Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar: 713 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Place), 471-9464; 5405 Pearl Drive, just off Lloyd Expressway, 423-9464. Chicken wings cooked with various seasonings, burgers, salads, and chicken. Meals $4-$7. Open 11-1 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 2 a.m. Fri.-Sat., until midnight Sun. No reservations.

BURGER BANK: 1617 S. Weinbach Ave., 475-2265. Mini-burgers, cheeseburgers, fries, and more. Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. CAFÉ 111: 111 S. Green River Road, 401-8111. Soups, salads, deli sandwiches, chicken salad, pasta salad. Lunch: $7.50. Open 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Mon.Fri. Closed Sat.-Sun. CAFÉ COURT (RIDGWAY UNIVERSITY CENTER): 1800 Lincoln Ave., 488-2951.

Deli shop, SubConnection; hamburger joint, Grill 155; home-style stop, Charleston Market; international location, Fusion; Italian eatery, LaVincita; and smoothie place, Freshens. Meals $6.95. Open 7-9:30 a.m. (breakfast), 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (lunch), 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m. (dinner) Mon.-Fri. The Carousel: 5115 Monroe Ave., 479-6388. Classic American cuisine.

Average meal $6. Open 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations for large groups.

The Carriage Inn: 103 Gibson St., Haubstadt, Ind., 768-6131. Plate lunches, sandwiches, soups, salads, steaks, assorted dinner entrees. Meals $2.50-$12. Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri., 4-10 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun.-Mon. Reservations OK. Charlie & Barney’s: 1801 W. Franklin Ave., 423-5355. Grill items, burgers, soup, chili, plate lunches, daily specials. Meals $5-$10. Open 9 a.m.10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 9-midnight Fri.-Sat. Cheddars: 2100 N. Green River Road, 491-9976. Garden-fresh salads, homemade soups, and varied entrée selections including pasta, lemon pepper chicken, and tilapia. Meals: $7-$12. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE: 8301 Eagle Lake Drive, 475-1074. Cheeseburger in Paradise burger, mushroom Swiss burger, Costa Rican steak wrap, jerk chicken wrap, and more. Meals $9-$15. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. CHILI’s GRILL & BAR: 600 N. Green River Road, 475-1510. Big Mouth Burgers, baby back ribs, fajitas, steaks, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, desserts. Dine-in or carryout. Meals $5-$15. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Cleavers: 5501 E Indiana St., 473-0001. A casual restaurant serving sandwiches including pulled pork, Chicago-style Italian beef, pork loin, and steak. Meals: $7. Seating up to 75 or carryout. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs, until 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., until 8 p.m. Sun. Serves breakfast from 7-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Cold Stone Creamery: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 437-2653; 5435 Pearl Drive, 461-0100. Ice cream and frozen treats. Average item $4.39. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. noon-10 p.m. Sun. (Hours change by season.) No checks.

Cracker Barrel: 8215 Eagle Lake Drive, 479-8788. Classic American cuisine. Most meals under $10. Open 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations.

H Cross-Eyed Cricket: (Survivor, 2012) 2201 W. Lloyd Exp., 422-6464.

Traditional American cuisine. Meals $5-$7. Open 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.Sun. No reservations.

Culver’s: 1734 Hirschland Road, 437-3333. ButterBurgers and frozen custard. Meals $5-$8. Open 10:15 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.

CUP & CHAUCER CAFÉ: 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 402-6631.

Ready-to-go sandwiches, paninis, salads, snacks, coffee, and specialty beverages. Meals $6. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.5 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 1:30-4:30 p.m. Sun. Daily’s Annex Bakery and Cafe: 701 N. Main St., 423-0320. Homemade soups, deli hot panini sandwiches, pastries galore. Meals: Under $7.

Open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Closed Sunday and Monday.

DEF CAFÉ: 417 N. Weinbach Ave., 618-0219 (video phone), 491-6036.

Espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas; plus a variety of teas, wraps, and breakfast foods. Meals $5. Open 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Tues. and Thurs.-Fri., until noon Wed. Denny’s Classic Diner: 5212 Weston Road, 424-4472; U.S. 41 N. at I-64,

867-7156. Classic American cuisine. Meals $3-$7. Open 24 hours. No reservations.

Denny’s Restaurant: 351 N. Green River Road, 473-1063; 4310 U.S. 41 N., 423-9459. Classic American cuisine. Meals $4-$7. Open 24 hours.

No reservations.

Downtown Diner: 122 First St., Henderson, Ind., 270-827-9671. Classic American breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches.

Breakfast $3. Lunch $5. Open 6 a.m.-2:30 p.m. daily. No reservations.

Non-smoking facility.

Ellis Park: U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, 425-1456 or 800-333-8110.

Clubhouse dining Thurs.-Sun. year-round. Sky Theatre open during live racing, July-September. Weekend reservations recommended during live racing.

FEED MILL RESTAURANT & BAR: 3541 Highway 60 E., Morganfield, Ky., 270389-0047. Spicy Cajun turkey sandwich, homemade baked beans, catfish po-boy, baby-back ribs, cheeseburgers, and more. Average meal $8. Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Firehouse Subs: 1031 N. Green River Road, 477-2141. Hot and cold subs

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with toppings such as smoked turkey, sliced chicken, veggie, and white chicken salad. Meal: $6-$8. Hours: 10:30 a.m-9 p.m. SundayThursday; until 10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

H Five Guys Burgers and Fries: (Restaurant Opened in 2011, 2012) 5402 E. Indiana St., 812-401-1773. Burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and Cajun fries. Meals: $5. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. every day. Skip the line and order online.

FRANK JR.’S BARBEQUE & CATERING: 3012 Covert Ave., 475-9880. Barbecue, ribs, baked mac & cheese, chess pie. Average lunch: $4. Average dinner: $7. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Sat., closed Sun.-Mon. Limited seating, carry-out, and lunch delivery available. No credit cards accepted.

H G.D. RITZY’S: (French Fries, 2012) Three Evansville locations: 4810 University Drive, 425-8700; 4320 N. First Ave., 421-1300; 601 N. Green River Road, 474-6259. Grilled hamburgers, grilled chicken, chicken strips, kids meal, hot dogs, peanut butter and jelly sandwich, ultrathin shoe-string style french fries, old-fashioned ice-cream, milk shakes. Average meal $5.25. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

The Grand Buffet: 1356 N. Green River Road, 476-6666. An international buffet including Japanese, Chinese, and American cuisine. Open 11 a.m.- 9:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Gasthoff Amish Village: County Road 650 E., off Hwy. 50, Montgomery, Ind., 486-4900. Amish-style buffet. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. GATOR’S HOT FISH HOUSE: 1203 N. Main St., 402-7775. Icelandic cod, catfish, pork chops, burgers. Meals $5-$8. Open 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. No checks.

GATTITOWN: 316 N. Green River Road, 473-3800. Buffet-style pizzas, pastas, salads, and desserts. Buffet with drink $9. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Gemeca Inn: 802 E. Locust St., Fort Branch, 753-4441. Steaks, chicken, seafood entrees, soups, salads, vegetable side dishes. Meals $12-$15.

Open 4-10 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Reservations OK. Gene’s Restaurant and Barbecue: 1095 N. Green St., Henderson, 270-827-8576. Country breakfasts, soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches, fiddlers, barbecued pork, ribs, chicken, mutton, steak, chops. Average breakfast $4; average lunch and dinner $5.50. Open 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 6 p.m. Sun. No reservations.

Golden Corral Family Steak House: 130 N. Cross Pointe Blvd., 473-1095.

Delicious, fully-stocked buffet. Open 10:45 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.Thurs.; 7:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. 1770 S. Green St., Henderson, 270-869-9310. Large buffet selections, steaks, shrimp, chicken. Breakfast 7:30-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun., lunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Mon.-Sat.; dinner 4-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 4-11 p.m. Sun. Breakfast and lunch $7.09, dinner during the week $9.59, dinner Fri.-Sun. $9.99.

GRAND TRAVERSE PIE COMPANY: 6245 Vogel Road, 477-7437. More than 50 pie favorites, sandwiches, quesadillas, and wraps. Meals $7. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. The Granola Jar Café & Bakery: 1033 Mount Pleasant Road, 437-1899.

Specializes in housemade granola, breads, vegetarian, vegan options. Open 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri., closed Sat. and Sun. HARBOR BAY: 4428 N. First Ave., 423-0050; 4706 Morgan Ave., 402-5122.

Seafood, steak, and chicken dishes including crab legs, oysters on the half shell, gumbo and chowder, and grilled and fried fish. Average meal $6-$13. Open 11 a.m. daily.

HAWG ‘N’ SAUCE: 6580 Leonard Road, Mount Vernon, Ind., 838-5339.

Barbecue entrees and home-style side dishes. Meal: $8. Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. The Hornet’s Nest: Old Petersburg Road (at Boonville-New Harmony Road), Earle, 867-2386. Soups, sandwiches, salads, daily lunch specials, steaks, seafood, chicken. Sunday buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m., $9.

Family-style meals for parties of 15 or more, weeknights only, $11.

Meals $6-$13. Kitchen open 11 a.m. daily, closes 9 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 10 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

J. Gumbo’s: 1211 N. Tutor Lane, 473-2951. Cajun and Creole classics such as gumbo, jambalaya, and bumblebee stew. Meals: $7. Open 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Mon.- Sat. and noon-7 p.m. Sun. Jake’s Wayback Burgers: 115 Cross Pointe Blvd., 475-9272. Burgers, hot dogs, and hand-dipped thick milkshakes. Meals: $4-$6. Shakes: $3.

Hours: 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Accepts all major credit cards.

Jeanne’s Gelato and More: 2003 Lincoln Ave., 479-8272. Variety of gelato flavors: peanut butter, pumpkin, bubble gum, and more.

Sandwiches, soups, salads, coffees, cookies, and smoothies. Meals: $5-$7. Open 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Just Rennie’s Cookie Co.: 102 S.E. Fourth St., 490-8098. Gourmet lunches, chicken salad sandwiches, club wraps, cookies. Meals $5-$7.

Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Fri., closed Sat.-Sun. Knotty Pine Café: 500 N. Main St., 423-0014. Country cooking, fried chicken, chicken and dumplings, burgers, breakfast specials. Meals $4-$8. Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Breakfast served all day except Sun. No credit cards. Checks OK. LIBBY AND MOM’S: 1307 N. Heidelbach Ave., 437-3040. Home-cooked

meals for breakfast and lunch. Average meal $5. Open 5:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat., Closed Sun. Log Inn: Warrenton Road (at Old State Road), 867-3216. Fried chicken, ham, roast beef, fiddlers, served family-style for parties of three or more. Dinner $9.75 per person (children 4-12, $4.75). Open 4-9 p.m.

Tues.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No credit cards.

Logan’s Roadhouse: 1 N. Burkhardt Road, 471-8403; 5645 Pearl Drive, 421-0908. American fare including handcut steaks, baby-back ribs, mesquite-grilled chicken, appetizers, salads, seafood. Average lunch $8. Average dinner $13. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Logsdon’s Restaurant: 1206 E. Main St., Boonville, Ind., 897-8813. Casual, family dining with tasty, home-style dishes including barbecue pork chops, fried chicken, and chicken and dumplings. Completely smoke-free. Meals: $10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday.

Longhorn Steakhouse: 320 N. Green River Road, 473-2400. Steak, chicken, ribs, seafood, sandwiches, burgers. Prices for entrees range from $12-$22. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri. and Sat. MAJOR MUNCH: 101 N.W. First St., 437-2363. Cheeseburgers, chili, grilled chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, hot dogs. Meals: $5-$7. Open Mon.-Fri. for breakfast 7-10 a.m.; lunch 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 8 p.m. Fri. Marx BBQ: 3119 W. Maryland St., 425-1616. Barbecue chicken, pork, ribs.

Weekday specials. Meals $5-$10. Open 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. No reservations.

MAX & ERMA’S: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive (inside Casino Aztar), 433-4258.

Burgers, sandwiches, steaks, pasta dishes. Average dinner $12. Average lunch $6. Open 10:30 a.m.-midnight daily, bar open until 1 a.m.

Fri.-Sat. No checks.

Maxine’s Café and Bakery: 1322 N. Green River Road, 473-3663. Featuring gourmet salads, soups daily, vegan, vegetarian dishes and desserts. Average meal $7. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat. No reservations.

Merry-Go-Round Restaurant: 2101 Fares Ave., 423-6388. Traditional American cuisine. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $6-$9. Open 6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Mon.-Sat. No credit cards.

Meals and More: 7801 Bussing Ave. (inside Evansville Regional Airport), 423-1113. Traditional American fare. Meals $5-$10. Open 5 a.m.-7 p.m.

Mon.-Sun. Weekend hours often extended.

Mojo’s BoneYard Sports Bar & Grille: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 4758593. Bar food including chicken wings, burgers, and strombolis.

Meals: $5-$10. Open 4-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, until 1 a.m. Friday, noon-1 a.m. Saturday, and noon-11 p.m. Sunday.

Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn: 2840 W. Parrish Ave., Owensboro, 800-3228989. Barbecue chicken, ribs, pork, mutton, beef, fiddlers, ham, burgoo, sandwiches. Dinner $7-$11. Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. The New Harmony Inn & Conference Center: 504 North St., New Harmony, 682-4491 or 800-782-8605. Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5-9 p.m. dinner Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5-10 p.m. dinner Fri.; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. breakfast/lunch, 5-10 p.m. dinner Sat.; 7 a.m.-2 p.m. breakfast/ lunch, 5-8 p.m. dinner Sun. Reservations OK. NISBET INN: 6701 Nisbet Station Road, Haubstadt, 963-9305. Homemade soups, desserts, barbecue. Lunch $6. Dinner $12. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m.

Tues.-Sat., closed Sun.-Mon. Reservations OK. O’Charley’s: 7301 E. Indiana St., 479-6632; 5125 Pearl Drive (at Red Bank Road and Lloyd Expressway), 424-3348. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Meals $8-$15. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations.

Old Mill: 5031 New Harmony Road, 963-6000. Steaks, chicken, catchof-the-day, sandwiches, soups, salads. Meals $7-$14. Seafood buffet Fri., $13; Land and Sea buffet Sat., $14. Kitchen open 4-10 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. H Orange Leaf: (Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt, 2012) 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-5215. Up to 70 flavors of yogurt including gingerbread, eggnog, snickerdoodle, and red velvet. Pay by the weight. Open daily from 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Outback Steakhouse: 7201 E. Indiana St., 474-0005. Specialty steaks, chicken, seafood entrees, salads, vegetable side dishes. Meals $14$18. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4-11 p.m. Fri., 3:30-11 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Call ahead for seating. No checks.

OV WATER SPORTS GRILL: 1801 Waterworks Road, 425-1912. Burgers, hot dogs, gyros, small pizzas, fish dishes, and cold drinks. Meal: $5. Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Open seasonally.

Paradise Pavilion Restaurant: 6299 Oak Grove Road, Newburgh, 858-7931. Full bar and Friday night seafood buffet. Steak, seafood, chicken, soups, salads, dessert. Kids menu. Open daily at 5 p.m.

The Pie Pan: 905 North Park Drive, 425-2261. Traditional American cuisine. Average breakfast $3. Plate lunch $4.25. Homemade pies sold by the slice and by the whole pie. Open 6:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 2 p.m. Sun. No reservations. No credit cards.

The Pointe: 830 LST Drive, 425-4840. Sandwiches, wraps, tacos, hot dogs, and ice cream. Average meal: $6-$7. Hours 10 a.m.-4 p.m. every day. Bar available from 4 p.m.-12 a.m. every day.

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POP’S GRILL AND OLD FASHIONED ICE CREAM SHOP: 516 S. Main St., New

Harmony, 682-3880. 1950s and ’60s-inspired diner era fare: hot dogs, burgers, ice cream treats, and dinner specials. Average meal $5-$15.

Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun-Mon. Rafferty’s: 1400 N. Green River Road, 471-0024. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Lunch under $10. Dinner $7-$17. Open 11 a.m.10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks.

Ralph’s Hickory Pit: 739 N. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-5656.

Breakfast available daily. Barbecued mutton, pork, ribs, chicken, beef, turkey, ham, vegetable, salad side dishes. Open for breakfast 6 a.m. daily. Closes 7:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 7 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. Red Lobster: 4605 Bellemeade Ave., 477-9227. Soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood entrees, fresh-catch, daily specials. Meals $8-$18. Open 11 a.m. daily. Closes 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks.

RED ROBIN: 6636 E. Lloyd Expressway, 473-4100. A variety of hamburgers including the “Banzai Burger,” the “Royal Red Robin Burger,” and the “Whiskey River BBQ Burger.” Full bar menu. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. The Red Wagon: 6950 Frontage Road, Poseyville, Ind., 874-2221. Catfish, oyster, shrimp scampi, and grilled salmon. Meals: $9. Open 6 a.m.9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Bar open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat..

Riverside Cookery: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, 433-4227. Located in Casino Aztar’s Riverfront Pavilion and offers dishes including jambalaya, frog legs, and fresh Florida alligator. Meals: $8-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. RIVERVIEW BY FIREFLY: 1 Main St., 464-8439. Located in Old National Bank. Southern fare and down-home country food. Meal: $5-$7.

Open 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Mon.-Fri. ROOKIES SPORTS BAR & RESTAURANT: 117 S. Second St., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-1106. Angus beef steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, Arabian salad. Meals $9-$15. Kitchen open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Non-smoking facility.

Salad World: 3311 N. Green River Road, 471-5083; 4951 W. Lloyd Exp., 467-7486; 200 Main St., 422-0777. Soups, grilled appetizers, wraps, grilled pitas, sandwiches, full entrees. Average meal $5-$7. Open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. No checks.

Shoney’s: 2452 U.S. 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-2214. Breakfast buffet 6-11 a.m. Mon.-Fri., $5; until 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun., $6. Salad and hot bar open 11 a.m.-closing Mon.-Fri., until 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Late-night breakfast buffet open 9 p.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $7-$9. Restaurant closes 10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., midnight Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Show-Me’s Restaurant: 5501 Pearl Drive, 402-7100; 1700 Morgan Center Drive, 401-7469. Wings, burgers, chicken breasts, crab legs. Average meal $7. Open 11-3 a.m. daily.

H Shyler’s Bar-B-Q: (Barbecue, 2012) 405 S. Green River Road, 4764599. Memphis-style barbecue pork, chicken, beef, pork ribs.

Lunches $4-$6, dinners $7-$10. Open daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Catering available. No reservations.

SILVER BELL RESTAURANT: 4424 St. Wendel Road, 963-0944. Sandwiches, salad bar, steaks, fiddlers, pizza, vegetable side dishes. Family-style fried chicken dinner specials. Meals $5-$10. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. Sirloin Stockade: 4610 Bellemeade Ave., 473-0300. Steakhouse and buffet. Prices under $10.

SPUDZ-N-STUFF: 5225 Pearl Drive, 402-8287; 815 S. Green River Road, 888620-9687; 101 N.W. 1st St., 402-7555; 192 Gardenmile Road, Henderson, Ky., 270-212-1777. Steak potatoes, steak fajitas, chicken and mushroom potatoes, taco potatoes, pitas, and more. Meals $7. Open 10:30 a.m.9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs, 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Steak And Take Grill: 4946 State Highway 261, Newburgh, Ind., 8537500. All meats are butchered daily with dishes including a meatball sandwich, a 14-ounce rib-eye steak, salmon, and shrimp and beef kabobs. Meals: $9. Open 4-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, until 10 p.m.

Friday-Saturday. Available for carry-out and delivery.

Steak ‘N Shake: 7929 E. Lloyd Exp., 475-1400, open 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.Thurs., until midnight Fri.-Sat.; 4850 W. Lloyd Exp., 424-8526, open 24 hours. Burgers, sandwiches, fries, chili, fried chicken strips, salads, desserts. Breakfast served midnight-11 a.m. daily. Average meal $5.

No reservations. No checks.

Steeplechase Restaurant: 4101 U.S. Highway 41 N. (at the Clarion Inn), 4246400. Full breakfast buffet and dinner. Open 6 a.m.-10 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Sat.-Sun., 5-10 p.m. Mon.-Sun. No lunch served on weekends.

STEPTO’S BAR-B-Q SHACK: 4430 First Ave., 401-8BBQ. Ribs, pulled pork smoked barbecue, grilled chicken, variety of side dishes. Average lunch $5. Average dinner $8. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. No checks.

Stoll’s Country Inn: 19820 Castle Creek Drive, 867-7730. Lunch buffet $7.50. Dinner buffet $8.50. Breakfast buffet (Sat.-Sun. only) $6.50.

Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sat., 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.

Sweet CeCe’s: 8680 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, Ind., 853-5276; 4827

Davis Lant Road, Suite B, 477-5276. Custom creations made with a choice of eight frozen yogurt flavors, including fat-free, non-dairy, and low-sugar options. Toppings include candy, cookies, and fresh fruit. Priced by weight; average frozen yogurt dessert is $3-$4. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. Temptations Buffet: 421 N.W. Riverside Drive, inside Casino Aztar Hotel, 433-6059. Breakfast served daily, 6-10:30 a.m.; lunch served daily, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Texas Roadhouse: 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd., 477-7427. Ribs, steaks, side items, fresh baked bread. Meals $9-$12. Catering services also available. Open 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No checks.

TF Ice Cream: 1002 E. Walnut St., Boonville, Ind., 812-715-3367. Ice cream, sherbet, and more. Price: $0.75 baby cone-$1.75 large cake cone.

Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Mon.-Thurs. and Sun., 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. TGI Friday’s: 800 N. Green River Road (in Eastland Mall food court), 491-8443. Specialty salads, sandwiches, burgers, steaks, chicken, pasta, seafood entrees. Meals $6-$14. Open 11-midnight Sun.-Wed., 11-1 a.m. Thurs.-Sat. No reservations. No checks.

THE TIN FISH: 300 W. Jennings St., inside Jennings Station in Newburgh, 490-7000. Fresh fish flown in daily, clam chowder, gumbo, salads, sandwiches. Open Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Average meal $10. No checks.

The Trophy Club: at Indiana Downs, 5480 Indiana St., 473-8910. Sandwiches, soup, salads. Average meal $7. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

TOUCH OF HOME CAFÉ: 209 E. Water St., on the riverfront in Mount Vernon, Ind., 831-3655. Unique sandwiches, specializing in the Cuban, Krispy Kreme Burger, soups and salads. Home cooked daily specials: salmon patties, Beef Manhattan, roasted pork loins, mini-meatloaves. Average meal: $6. Open 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Vecchio’s Italian Market and Delicatessen: 14 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, Ind., 490-7879. Italian sandwiches, imported cheeses and meats, Italian soups, and more. Meal: $6.50. Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun. Wiley’s Café and Bakery: 115 First St., Henderson, Ky., 270-827-1500.

Breakfast and lunch items ranging from 1-inch thick quiche to a variety of salads and sandwiches. Most meals around $5. Café open 7 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri. with takeout until 6 p.m. Open Sat. 8 a.m.4p.m.

WILSON’S GENERAL STORE & CAFÉ: 11120 Broadway Ave., 985-0202. Smoky barbecue menu. 4-8 p.m. Wed.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.2 p.m. Sun. No checks.

Wolf’s Barbecue: 6600 N. First Ave., 424-8891. Barbecued pork, chicken, beef, pork ribs, large variety of vegetable side dishes, homemade soup, chili. Lunch $6-$8. Dinner $8-$12. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Reservations OK. Wolf’s Restaurant & Tavern: 31 N. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270212-1151. Steak, seafood, chicken, salads, sandwiches. Lunch $5-$10.

Dinner $8-$12. Open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Nonsmoking facility.

YWCA Tea Room by Mary and Martha’s: 118 Vine St., 422-6922. Soup, salad, and soda combos and daily hot specials that include Monday meatloaf, Tuesday pot roast, Wednesday roasted chicken with mushroom gravy, Thursday smothered pork chop, and Friday fish.

Meals: $7.99. Hours: 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

ZESTO: 102 W. Franklin St., 424-1416. Hamburgers, fish and chicken sandwiches, tenderloins, soups, and ice cream. Average meal $5. Open 9:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. Zoup! Fresh Soup Company: 6240 E. Virginia St., 477-2664; 4660 N. First Ave., 423-1800. Soups, salads, and desserts. Low-fat, vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free options. Meals $6.50. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. (until 7 p.m. at North Side location).

Ethnic Asian/Oriental CANTON INN: 947 North Park Drive, 428-6611. Appetizers, soups, poultry,

beef, pork, seafood dishes. Average lunch $6. Average dinner $8.

Lunch buffet $5.83, Mon.-Sat. evening and Sunday $7.42. Lunch buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Dinner buffet 5-8:30 p.m. Reservations OK. CHARLIE’S MONGOLIAN BARBEQUE: 315 E. Diamond Ave., 423-9897. Large selection of Asian-style vegetables and meats cooked on a hot griddle while you watch. Lunch $5. Dinner $6. Salad and dessert bar $2. Open 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

China King: 590 E. Diamond Ave., 423-1896. Traditional Chinese entrees.

Average meal $6.50. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.10 p.m. Sun. China Super Buffet: 127 N. Burkhardt Road, 476-8788. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Lunch: $6.75; Dinner: $8.99; Sunday: $8.99.

China Village: 8423 Bell Oaks Center, Newburgh, Ind., 858-8238. Open Sun.-Sat. Lunch 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner 5-8:30 p.m. Buffet $7.25.

CHINATOWN BUFFET: 5435 Pearl Drive, 425-8146. Chinese buffet with several extras including mussels, dim sum, and sushi. Lunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun., $5. Dinner 4-8:30 p.m. Sun.Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., $7.

Chopstick House Restaurant: 5412 E. Indiana St., 473-5551. Chinese buffet. Lunch $4.75. Dinner $7.25. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun. Crazy Buffet: 701 N. Burkhardt Road, 437-8803. Chinese buffet. Open for lunch 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Dinner: 3:30-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. FUJI YAMA: 915 North Park Drive, 962-4440. Soups, salads, noodles, rice, sushi, hand rolls, chicken, beef, shrimp dishes. Lunch $6-$10. Dinner $10-$15. Lunch 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Dinner 4-10 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

Golden Buddha: 3221 Taylor Ave., 473-4855; 5066 SR 261, Newburgh, 853-2680. Lunch $4.25. Dinner $7.25. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri., 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. GRACIE’S CHINESE CUISINE: 12500 U.S. Highway 41 N., 868-8888. Lunch buffet $5.25. Dinner buffet $7.45, $8.45 on weekends. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. Reservations OK. IWATAYA JAPANESE RESTAURANT: 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. (at Mount Pleasant Road), 868-0830. Traditional Japanese dishes, sushi menu. Lunch $7-15. Lunch 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Dinner $11-$25. Dinner 5-9:20 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Janbo Restaurant: 4500 W. Lloyd Exp., 422-8289. Hunan, Szechuan, Cantonese, Mandarin cuisine. Open 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun., Closed Mon. Jaya’s Restaurant: 119 S.E. Fourth St., 422-6667. Authentic Korean cuisine and sushi. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $7-$10. Lunch hours: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Mon.-Sat. Dinner hours: 5-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations OK. H KanPai: (Fresh Ideas, 2012) 4593 Washington Ave., 471-7076. International fare, Japanese sushi bar, beer, wine, sake. Lunch $6-$9. Dinner $10-$20. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks.

Lincoln Garden: 2001 Lincoln Ave., 471-8881. Chinese appetizers, soups, lunch platters and entrees including crab Rangoon and General Tso’s chicken. Average price $6. Hours 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10

p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.; lunch special $4.99. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sushi to go.

Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant: 4313 E. Morgan Ave., 479-5006.

Average meal $8. Open 4:30-8 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m. Sun. No checks.

MANDARIN GARDEN: 2013 N. Green River Road, 476-7088. Lunch buffet $5. Evening buffet $6-$8. Seafood buffet Fri.-Sat. Carryout, private parties available. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

Nagasaki Inn, Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar: 5720 Virginia St., 4731442. Meals $8-$14. Sushi priced separately. Open 4-9:30 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 4-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 4-9:30 p.m. Sun. Lunch is served daily from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Reservations OK. No checks.

Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi: 7221 E. Indiana St., 437-5824. Sushi, filet mignon, New York strips, and hibachi. Meals: $10 lunch; $15$20 dinner. Lunch hours: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Dinner hours: 4-9:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; until 10:30 p.m. Friday. 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Saturday; until 9 p.m. Sunday. Full bar.

Shing Lee: 215 Main St., 464-2769. Cantonese menu. Average lunch $4.

Average dinner under $10. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri., dinner 4:308 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Taste of China: 4579 University Drive, 422-1260. Open 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat., until 9 p.m. Sun. Lunch $3.95. Dinner $6.25. No checks.

Thai Chow, oriental foods: Route 1, Fort Branch, Ind., 753-3878. Classic Thai food. Meals $7-$10. Open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., until 6 p.m.

Sat. Reservations OK. No credit cards.

THAI PAPAYA CUISINE: 6240C E. Virginia St., 477-8424. Authentic Thai cuisine, including phad Thai, papaya salad, spicy prawn soup, and satay. Meals $8-$10. Open 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Free private dining now available to accommodate 2530 people.

TOKYO JAPAN RESTAURANT: 3000 N. Green River Road, 401-1020. Hibachi grill: chicken, beef, shrimp, and scallops. Meals $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.9:30 p.m. Mon.-Sun., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Tues.

Triple Dragon Buffet: 7844 Highway 66 (Apple Center in Newburgh), Ind., 853-1900. Open 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 10:30-11 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. Lunch buffet $6.95. Dinner buffet $9.95.

Two Brothers: 3806 N. First Ave., 423-6188. Authentic Chinese food prepared in Cantonese, Hunan, Szechuan styles, buffet and menu

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Dining Directory items. Lunch under $6. Dinner under $10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks.

VIETNAMESE CUISINE: 4602 Vogel Road, 479-8818. Vietnamese fare, including traditional noodle dishes. Meals $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Mon.-Tues., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. WOK ‘N’ ROLL: 311 S. Green River Road, 479-3118. Sweet and sour chicken, General Tso’s chicken, egg rolls, egg drop soup, crab Rangoon. Average meal: $5. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. H YEN CHING: (Chinese Restaurant, 2012) 406 S. Green River Road, 4740181. Weekday lunch specials $4, evening menu items $7-$12. Sunday buffet 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., $7.75. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

H ZUKI: JAPANESE HIBACHI GRILL & SUSHI LOUNGE: (Sushi 2012) 448 N. Green River Road, 477-9854. Sushi and hibachi-grilled foods. Average meal $15. Lunch open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun.-Sat. Dinner open 4-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 4-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

German Gerst Haus: 2100 W. Franklin St., 424-1420. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Traditional German cuisine. Large imported beer list.

Meals $7-$14. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No weekend reservations.

Schnitzelbank Restaurant: 409 Third St., Jasper, 482-2640. Authentic German food. Prices range from $10-$20. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat.

Greek Acropolis Authentic Greek Cuisine & Spirits: 501 N. Green River Road,

475-9193. Fine Greek dining, Greek-American cuisine, chicken, beef, lamb, salads. Will offer a portion of the menu at the Ford Center (1 S.E. Martin Luther King Blvd.). Average lunch $6. Dinner $10-$20.

Open 11 a.m-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sun. Reservations OK.

Indian TAJ MAHAL: 900 Tutor Lane, 476-5000. Tandoori chicken, paneer tikka, panjabi curry, kadai paneer, and more. Lunch buffet daily. Around $8.

All-day buffet Sun. Dinner $10-$14. Open 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat., 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Sun.

Irish H Rí Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant: (Downtown Hot Spot, 2012) 701-B Riverside Drive, 426-0000. Traditional Irish pub cuisine. Wide range of bottled and tap beers. Average meal $10-$13. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon., 11 a.m.- midnight Tues.-Wed., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Thurs., 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri., 1 p.m.-3 a.m. Sat., noon-9 p.m.

Sun. No checks. Discover not accepted.

Italian/Mediterranean ANGELO’S: 305 Main St., 428-6666. Pasta, chicken, seafood, veal, pizzas.

Lunch $4-$5. Dinner $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri. 4-10 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Full bar.

H Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano: (Service, 2012) 6401 E. Lloyd Exp., 4210800. Italian cuisine. Lunch $5-$10. Dinner $6-$16. Carryout available. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun., until 9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. Café Arazu: 17 W. Jennings St., Newburgh, 842-2200. Pitas, wraps, shish kebabs with lamb, chicken, and beef. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. DiLegge’s: 607 N. Main St., 428-3004. Plate lunches, soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta specialties. Lunch $5-$8. Dinners include pasta specialties, Italian veal, seafood, chicken entrees. Dinner $13-$18.

Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-10 p.m. Sat. (sandwiches and appetizers available to 11 p.m.). Closed Sun. Reservations OK. House of Como Restaurant: 2700 S. Kentucky Ave., 422-0572. American and Arabian specialties. Meals $8-$20. Open 4-9 p.m. Tues.Thurs., 4-9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. MANNA MEDITERRANEAN GRILL: 2913 Lincoln Ave., 473-7005. Stuffed grape leaves, gyros, shish kebabs. Meals $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Mon.-Sat. Closed Sun. MILANO’S ITALIAN CUISINE: 500 Main St., 484-2222. Pizzas, pasta, baked sandwiches, dinner entrees. Lunch $5. Dinner $10-$12. Lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Dinner 4:30-8:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 9:30 p.m. Fri. 4:30-9:30 p.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations OK. No checks.

Olive Garden: 1100 N. Green River Road, 473-2903. Soups, salads, pasta, luncheon entrees. Average lunch $6. Dinner adds larger portions to lunch menu. Dinner $8-$15. Opens daily 11 a.m. Closes 10 p.m. Sun.Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. PITA PAN: 4222 Bell Road, Newburgh, Ind., 853-9555. Gyros, pitaburgers, shish kebabs, baklava. Meals $5-$10. Open 7 a.m.-9 p.m. daily.

Mexican/Tex Mex ACAPULCO: 8480 High Pointe Drive, Newburgh, 858-7777. Authentic Mexi-

can dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more. Dine-in or carryout. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9:30 p.m. Sun. CANCUN MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 10604 State Road 662, Newburgh, 4909936. Fajitas, quesadillas, nacho platters, taco salads, and chimidogs.

Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. No checks.

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Arranged by Category EL CHARRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 720 N. Sonntag Ave., 421-1986. Oc-

casional mariachi band performances. Specialties include paella and chimichangas. Meals $5-$8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Sun. EL RIO: 1919 N. Green River Road, 471-1400. Authentic Mexican dishes.

Lunch starting at $3.50. Combos including soft drink $5.99. Dinner $6-$12. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Reservations OK except Friday. No checks.

Hacienda: 990 S. Green River Road, 474-1635; 711 N. First Ave., 423-6355; 5044 Pearl Drive, 422-2055. Tex-Mex menu available all day. Average lunch $6, dinner $10-$12. Open 11 a.m. daily. Kitchen closes 10 p.m.

Sun.-Thurs., 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Jalisco Mexican Restaurant: 4044 Professional Lane, Newburgh, 490-2814. Authentic Mexican cuisine. Average meal $10-$15. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sun. No checks.

LA CABAÑA: 821 S. Green River Road, 477-3351. Authentic Mexican entrees and seafood. Most lunches under $5. Most dinners under $8.

Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. and 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. La Paz Mexican Restaurant: 528 S. Main St., Henderson, Ky., 270-8263636. Traditional Mexican food. Average meal $10. Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Los Alfaro Restaurant and Dance Club: 1704 S. Kentucky Ave., 4228070. Central and South American cuisine including fried yucca, Salvadorian chorizo, and grilled tilapia. Meals: $8-$12. Hours: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Closed Sundays. Dance club open from 6-9 p.m. Thursday and Friday.

Los Bravos: 3534 N. First Ave., 424-4101; 834 Tutor Lane, 474-9078; 4630 W. Lloyd Exp., 464-3163. Traditional Mexican menu. Most lunches under $5. Most dinners under $10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., to 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK. No checks.

Los Portales Mexican Grill: 3339 Green River Road, 475-0566. Authentic Mexican dishes, grilled steak dinners, and more. Dine-in or carryout. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., until 9:30 p.m. Sun. LOS TORIBIO: 1647 S. Green St., Henderson, Ky., 270-831-2367; 2810 U.S. Hwy. 41 N., Henderson, 270-830-6610. Traditional Mexican cuisine.

Lunches $4-$6. Dinners $6-$11. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., closed Sun. Reservations OK. Los Tres Caminos: 12100 U.S. Highway 41 N., 868-8550. Authentic Mexican cuisine including chimichangas, burritos, Mexican pizza, and quesadillas. Meals: $8. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Moe’s Southwest Grill: 6401 E. Lloyd Exp. (inside The Evansville Pavilion), 491-6637. Fresh Mexican cuisine. Meals $4-$8. Beer, wine, margaritas. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Qdoba Mexican Grill: 922 N. Burkhardt Road, 401-0800. Fresh Mexican cuisine, bottled beer, margaritas, and catering. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

Taco Tierra: 420 S. Green River Road, 402-8226. Mexican fast food.

Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs. & Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sun. No checks.

Tumbleweed Southwest Grill: 1868 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky., 270-869-9800. Southwestern-style meals, chicken, steak, fajitas, salads. Lunch $5-$7. Dinner $9-$12. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No checks.

Spanish ECLIPSE SPANISH TAPAS BAR AND RESTAURANT: 113 S.E. Fourth St., 463-

6040. Cold and hot tapas including olives, nuts, cheeses, paella (saffron rice with seafood, chicken, and Spanish chorizo), and seafood dishes, plus Spanish wines, beers, and sangria. Tapas $5-$12. Open 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5:30-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 5:30-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Reservations OK.

Tavern Food CORNER POCKET BAR & GRILL: 1819 N. Fulton Ave., 428-2255. Soups, sal-

ads, sandwiches, plate lunches, pizzas, stuffed baked potatoes and appetizers. Breakfast available all day. Plate lunches $5. Open 7 a.m.2 a.m. Mon.-Thurs., 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-3 a.m. Sun. Smoking facility, 18 and over. Live entertainment Sun. Darmstadt Inn: 13130 Darmstadt Road, 867-7300. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunches. Dinner entrees include steaks, fried chicken, seafood. Most lunches under $6. Dinner $8-$12. Kitchen open 7:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., sandwiches available until 10 p.m. daily except Sun. No reservations.

DAVE’S SPORTSDEN PIZZA & PUB: 701 N. Weinbach Ave., #110, 479-8887.

Lyleboli, TNT burger, Brew City fries. Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily.

Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe: 222 E. Columbia St., 425-2515. Soups, salads, sandwiches, double-decker pizzas. Meals $7-$10. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight Sun. Reservations OK. Smoking facility.

Fox and Hound English Pub and Grille: 5416 E. Indiana St., 473-5721.

Appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees. Meals $5-$14.

Kitchen open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. Large beer list, pool tables. Reservations OK. No checks. Smoking facility.

Fred’s Bar and Grill: 421 Read St., 423-8040. Bar and family room.

Classic tavern menu. Meals $5-$8. Kitchen open 11-3 a.m. Mon.-Fri., 5 p.m.-3 a.m. Sat. Closed Sun. Reservations for large groups only. No checks. No credit cards. Smoking facility.

Hickory Pit Stop: 1521 N. Main St., 422-6919. Barbecue chicken, turkey, pork, mutton, variety of side dishes. Average meal $6. Kitchen open 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun. Reservations for large groups only. Smoking facility.

The Hilltop Inn: 1100 Harmony Way, 422-1757. Sandwiches including brains, fried bologna, fried fish, salad bar, steaks, chicken, seafood entrees. Meals $6-$14. Kitchen open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri.-Sat. No weekend reservations.

Hooters: 4620 Lincoln Ave., 475-0229. Appetizers, including cooked and raw oysters, soups, salads, sandwiches. Average meal $6. Open 11 a.m.-midnight Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fri.-Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Sun. Reservations for large groups only. No checks.

Hornville Tavern: 2607 W. Baseline Road, 963-9318. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees including 16-oz. smoked pork chops, fried chicken, steaks, daily specials. All items available all day. Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. HOTT’S GRILL: 122 N. Weinbach Ave., 437-3377. Philly cheese steaks, strombolis, super cheese fries, specialty pizzas. Average meal: $6$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. K.C.’S TIME OUT LOUNGE & GRILL: 1121 Washington Square Mall, 437-9920.

Shrimp jammers, loaded fries, fried ravioli, egg rolls, southwest burger, pulled pork sandwich, Italian beef and gravy, and more. $6$10. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. seven days a week.

Kipplee’s Stadium Inn: 2350 Division St., 479-1542. Fried appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza. All meals available all day. Average meal $6. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., until 1 a.m. Fri.-Sat. No reservations. No checks.

Knob Hill Tavern: 1016 Highway 662 W., Newburgh, 853-9550. Soups, salads, sandwiches, dinner entrees including shrimp, steak, chicken, fiddlers, hand-tossed pizzas. Meals $8-$15. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., noon-11 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. No reservations. Smoking facility.

KT’S FIRE GRILL: 7247 Main St., Wadesville, Ind., 673-4996. Rib-eye and filet steaks, barbecued chicken, ribs, sandwiches, burgers, pizza, strombolis, and seafood. Average dinner price: $5-$8. Open 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Saloon hours: 10 a.m.-volume.

H Lamasco Bar & Grill: (Plate Lunch, Place for Live Music, 2012) 1331 W. Franklin St., 437-0171. Basic tavern menu including soups, salads, sandwiches. Meals $5-$9. Steak dinners available Fri.-Sat. Kitchen open 7 a.m.-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-3 a.m. Sun. Reservations OK. Smoking facility.

MAIN GATE SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT: 518/520 Main St., 4287776/484-1066. Grilled pork tenderloin, hot ham and cheese on a hoagy, Greek salads, nachos and cheese. Average meal: $7-$10. Open 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-close Fri.-Sat. O’BRIAN’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL: 1801 N. Green River Road, 401-4630. Irish tavern food, reubens, burgers, soup, salad. Lunch $5.45. Dinner $7.50.

Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily. No checks.

OLLIE’S SPOrTS BAR & GRILL: 4920 Bellemeade Ave., 401-2125. Tavern food. Meals $5-$7. Open 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

Fri.-Sat., closed Mon. except during football season.

PEEPHOLE BAR & GRILL: 201 Main St., 423-5171. Cheeseburgers, onion rings, fries, and the splitter (a fried hot dog). Meals $5. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily.

The Pub: 1348 Division St., 423-2121. Burgers, gyros, specialty sandwiches, salads, pita pizzas, Greek pastries, dinner entrees. Meals $6-$11.

Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., until 11 p.m. Fri., 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. Sara’s Harmony Way: 610 B. Church St., New Harmony, Ind., 682-3611.

Various wines, specialty beers, and an assortment of cheeses and salamis. Catering available. Open noon-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday; until 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; until 5 p.m. Sunday; limited hours in January and February.

SMITTY’S LITTLE TAVERN: 2109 W. Franklin St., 423-6280. Pizza, sandwiches, chili, appetizers. Items $5-$12. Open 4-11 p.m. Bar open to midnight or later, Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-midnight, bar open to 3 a.m.

Fri.-Sat.; noon-10 p.m. Sun. Reservations OK. SPORTSMAN’S BILLIARDS AND GRILLE: 2315 W. Franklin St., 422-0801.

Hamburgers, chicken breasts, catfish plates. Meals $5-$10. Open 11 a.m.-3 a.m. daily.

St. Joe Inn: 9515 St. Wendel Road, 963-9310. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials, fiddlers, steaks, fried chicken dinners. Meals $4-$7. Kitchen open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Reservations OK. No credit cards.

Smoking facility. Not handicap accessible.

St. Philip Inn: 11200 Upper Mount Vernon Road, 985-5558. Soups, salads, sandwiches, plate lunch specials. Dinner after 4 p.m. including fried chicken, steaks, shrimp, roast pork. Average lunch $5.50. Dinner $7$8. Kitchen open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily except Sun. Smoking facility.

Stockwell Inn: 4001 E. Eichel Ave., 476-2384. Plate lunches, home-

made soup, salads, sandwiches, steak, pork chops, fiddlers, brain sandwiches. Meals $5-$10. Bar open 11-3 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Kitchen open 11-1 a.m. Mon.-Sat. Reservations OK. Smoking facility.

Yellow Tavern: 521 Church St., New Harmony, 682-3303. Must be 21 to enter. Traditional American food. Meals $9-$12. Carryout available. Open 11 a.m.- close Mon.-Sat. No credit cards.

Catering ACROPOLIS AUTHENTIC GREEK CUISINE & SPIRITS: 501 N. Green River

Road, 475-9193. Fine Greek dining, Greek-American cuisine. Onand off-site catering. Restaurant includes 50-person banquet room. Acropolis Banquet Hall, 2508 Highway 41 N., caters up to 300 people.

Bauerhaus Mobile Catering: 759-9000. Customized menus from simple party trays with gourmet hors d’oeuvres to elegant seven-course meals. Specialize in private residential parties and grand corporate affairs with professional event coordination.

Licensed bar services available. Exclusive caterer to The Pagoda Visitors Center. No party size limit. www.thebauerhaus.com.

Black Buggy Restaurant: 4920 Davis Lant Drive, 473-0012. Choose from meats, side salads, homemade bread, and more. Three style catering; buffet, cafeteria, and full-service. Carry-out and delivery options available. Will service groups from 15-2,500 guests.

Cacao: 1218 Washington Square, 401-4044. No party limit.

CATERING BY ROBYN: 453-2679. Complete meals to go, party appetizers, dinner parties, business luncheons.

Cheryl Mochau, Personal Chef: 499-4631. Specializes in preparing and teaching others to prepare food for low-fat and special diets, including Atkins, salt-free, wheat-free, sugar-free, and others. Can cook for one to 12 people.

Edgewater Grille Catering: 858-2443. Specializes in cooking Smoked Pork Jacqueline and Salmon Elizabeth. No party size limit.

THE EVENT GALLERY BY MADELEINE’S: 956 Parrett St., 467-4255. Your first choice in banquet facilities. From intimate gatherings to receptions up to 400 guests.

Just Rennie’s Catering: 401-8098 or 455-7927. Specializes in fine foods. No party size limit.

Kirby’s Private Dining: 1119 Parrett St., 422-2230. Open by reservation only to private parties, receptions up to 250. Minimum $500 food tab. Menu arranged in advance with chef. Hours negotiable.

Kokies Food Service & Banquet Centers: 423-8229. Can prepare anything from tacos to lobster for clients. No limit to party size.

Madeleine’s A Fusion Restaurant: 423 S.E. Second St., 491-8611.

Specializing in unique ingredients to make one of a kind dishes.

Private party rooms available or let Madeleine’s come to you.

Mary & Martha’s Catering: 220 N.W. 4th St., Suite 202, 424-7200.

Full-service catering with dishes that include smothered pork chops, corn pudding, sauteed cabbage and onion, and chess pie for dessert. Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Scheduled catering on weekends).

Call for pricing.

Nagasaki Inn, Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar: 5720 Virginia St., 473-1442. Sushi and Asian cuisine. On and off-site catering. For special arrangements, call with plenty of time for planning.

The New Harmony Inn & Conference Center: 682-4491 or 800782-8605. Caters within a 50-mile radius of New Harmony, Ind., and offers a variety of food from steaks to sandwiches. Will serve up to 500.

The Old Post Office: 200 N.W. 2nd St, 253-2102. Caters up to 350 people for wedding receptions, banquets, holiday parties, and corporate entertainment. Choice of food from Acropolis or Just Rennie’s.

Penn Station East Coast Subs: 137 N. Burkhardt Road, 479-7366; 4827 Davis Lant Drive, 402-7366; 5310 Pearl Drive, 434-7366; 1111 Barrett Blvd., Henderson, Ky., 270-826-7361; 3525 Frederica St., Owensboro, Ky., 270-683-1515. Off-site catering with free delivery. From 10-10,000 people. Perfect for business meetings, outings and showers. Choose from: boxed lunches, sandwich platters, and cookie platters. Tea and lemonade available by the gallon.

Schnitzelbank Catering: 888-336-8233. Caters all types of food, including smoked pork chops, fried chicken, Schnitzelbank country biscuits with apple butter, potato casserole. On the spot with mobile kitchens. Party size range is 20-20,000 people.

TOUCH OF HOME CATERING: 480-0310. Corporate lunches, weddings, special occasions. Home cooked food for groups of 15 to 500.

VenuWorks: 515-232-5151. Offers catering and concessions, including all concession stands at the Ford Center (1 S.E. Martin Luther King Blvd.).

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NIGHT LIFE Bokeh Lounge // entertainment center New Harmony Theatre // The Guide Area Events

Photo by Wendy Hemingway, Steinhaus Fotographie

City Life

Off to the Races: Just north of the Ohio River, Ellis Park hosts its annual live horseracing season from July 4 through Sept. 3. For more information, see our Guide, page 143.

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15 Minutes

Ernie Haase

Quality Sound With a gospel influence, a few Elvis covers, and a fan base across the world, Ernie Haase sings for the masses

By Bob Boxell

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astle High School alumnus Ernie Haase (class of ’83) had just returned from a European tour — performing in Glasgow, Belfast, and London — and already was re-packing for a weekend performance in Gatlinburg, Tenn., when he took a break for a few minutes to talk with Evansville Living. That in itself is newsworthy, because slowing down is not something Haase does often.

He and his gospel music quartet, Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, are performing in Hungary, the Netherlands, Canada, and India this summer, as well as 12 states in the U.S. It’s shaping up to be the busiest and most successful year yet for the 47-year-old tenor who grew up in Newburgh, Ind., where his parents, Ray and Emma, still live.

Haase was drawn to Christianity and gospel music at a young age, and as a teenager loved listening to Ohio-based gospel quartet The Cathedrals. In fact, whenever the group performed anywhere near Newburgh, Haase was there to help unload their bus. The Cathedrals knew Haase could sing, and eventually invited him to join the band as tenor in 1990. Haase even went on to marry the daughter of original Cathedrals member George Younce. The Cathedrals retired in 1999, but Ernie Haase & Signature Sound have continued their legacy since 2003.

Haase also co-founded StowTown Records in 2011, and in April of this year the new label won two Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. Here, we talked with the music legend, who now resides in Stow, Ohio, about the road to stardom and his future in the business.

You’ve put out 17 albums, four alone in 2011. Combined with the touring, that sounds like a ton of work.

How did you fall in love with gospel music?

I wasn’t raised in a singing family, but there was always harmony in my house.

Mom played the piano, and The Platters or Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons were always on. Something just resonated in me when I heard the quartet sound. I really believe God gives us a destiny, and that was mine.

Was it easy to take that love for music and turn it into a career?

I was involved in all the thespian activities at Castle High School — sang in the choir, took part in the plays, anything I could.

One person in particular, Kathy Ewing, did so much for me. She was the choral and drama teacher at Castle. She was so cool, but I was so ADD at the time that she was always in my grill. Thank you, Kathy Ewing, for putting up with me. Plus, she took us to Vienna, Austria, for two weeks between my junior and senior years. I fell in love with Europe, and I knew I wanted music to be a big part of my life. And when God gives us a gift, it’s not just handed to us. I had to work my tail off. Hard work is something I learned from my dad. He’s the hardest working person I know.

You’re performing in India in August. You mean there’s a love for gospel music in India?

It is amazing. I get tons of emails from India. Our music has spiritual overtones, but it’s very entertaining no matter where you are. You’ll hear us play blues, jazz, and even a little Elvis Presley. What I’ve found

Sounds for the Soul // Ernie Haas & Signature Sound members Devin McGlamery, lead;

Doug Anderson, baritone; Ernie Haase, tenor; and Ian Owens, bass, have reached fans all over the world with their spiritual and uplifting music. Since starting in 2003, the band has produced 17 albums, four in 2011 alone.

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is that people all over the world need a shot of hope. That’s what our group is able to bring. We see people who are hurting, they come to our shows, and they find something to lift their spirit. I’m blown away by that. The message of Christ still resonates.

It is. In the broader pop world, groups might only tour every four years. But the Beatles, in their early days, would put out two or three records a year. I really believe

Do you consider yourself famous?

I do in this sense: If I do something stupid and let people down, will I let someone down outside my own family? Yes. There are people we don’t know who have listened to our music and our message, and they depend on us. I met a lady in London

who had leukemia, and she had slept three straight days to muster the energy to come see us perform. We all have egos. We all sin.

That’s the battle we all face. I think about people like her, knowing there are others out there I don’t know personally who depend on us.

What do you hope to be doing five years from now?

Still making great records and having an impact on people’s lives. I have a friend who has played Jean Valjean on Broadway in Les Miserables. Our idea is to produce

the sacred sounds of Broadway, recording Broadway songs that have spiritual overtones. You take away the gospel from our quartet and you still have a quality group.

If we can expose that quality to the masses, I’d be very pleased.

Ernie Haase & Signature Sound is coming to town on Dec. 14, performing a Christmas concert at Castle High School with the school’s choir. Check out Evansville Living’s upcoming November/December events Guide for further details.

Photo by jake Harsh

you have to strike when the iron is hot. This is our season. When I was young, I was a gym rat. You couldn’t get me out of the gym. These days, I’m like that in the studio.

I love the whole process, and like I said, this is our time to make the most of it.

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Social Life

Out and About

Historic Newburgh Wine, Art & Jazz Festival

May

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The Women’s Weekend Away Planning Committee: Kathy Dockery, Shelly Evans, Melanie Fairchild, Jill Trautvetter, Jackie Spring, Karen Walker, and Beth Carlin

Deaconess Women’s Weekend Away

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Allyson Shelby, Josh Claybourn, and Stefanie Chronopoulos

Kathy Wehmer-Brown and Kristy Ernspiger

Owensboro Symphony Orchestra’s 2nd Street Band provided beats for the Eville Swing Cats.

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Anita Hagan, Mary Stephens, Michele Daum, Andrea Baker, and Leigh Baldwin

Deaconess Women’s Weekend Away photos provided by Davis Digital Photography

Brent and Lisa Johnson of Newburgh, Ind. with Jeff and Diane Mattingly of Boonville, Ind.

Marilyn Cosby, TerriJo Kanter, Kris Bosse, Mike Blake, Brenda Wallace, and Sherry Wright

Lauren Dial

may

Bring the Derby Home at the Reitz Home Museum

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Chris and Laurel Mills with Ann and David Gunn

Dancing With Our Stars, Evansville Style

Brandon Sears, Jaime Reininga, Jeff Feyen. Jeff & Jaime were the 2012 Dancing With Our Stars, Evansville Style champions and Brandon was part of another pair who danced.

His partner was Julie Stucki.

Debra Talley and Mayor Lloyd Winnecke. Debra danced with Scott Bishop. Mayor Winnecke awarded the mirror ball trophies to the winners that evening.

May

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Shawnda McNeal & Diane Douglas. Shawnda danced in the event last year with Brandon Sears.

If you're planning an event and would like to have it featured in an upcoming issue of Evansville Living, submit an application at www.evansvilleliving.com/social-life.

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Night Life

Bokeh Lounge

Down on the Corner Bokeh Lounge and its diverse crowd help revitalize the Haynie’s Corner arts district By Claire, Hot 96

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alf a mile from Main Street, Bokeh Lounge is nestled on Haynie’s Corner in the Evansville Arts District. Corey Christy, house bassist and bartender, says the bar, which opened last summer, fits perfectly into Downtown’s historic neighborhood. “Bokeh Lounge plays a large role in helping to revitalize the arts district,” he says. “We not only support artists, but more importantly we are helping to change the city’s perception of what Haynie’s Corner has been over the past 20 years. It’s becoming a vibrant location for both artists and art lovers.”

Co-owners Mike Millard, a photographer, and Dustin Barrows, a videographer,

wanted the lounge to reflect the art found behind a camera. The word “bokeh” is Japanese for the aesthetic nature of the blur in the background of a photograph. The bar’s walls pay tribute to this theme, displaying rotating exhibits of photographs, paintings, and other artwork from local and regional artists, such as Keith Boyd and Cynthia Watson. “A collaboration of talents and energies,” says Millard, “Bokeh Lounge embraces all forms of art, both the usual and unusual, and all that is in between.”

At the bar’s front entrance is a small, welcoming outdoor patio. The front door, surrounded by large windows, stays propped open, connecting the two spaces and opening up the inside of the lounge.

The interior fuses simple decor and mixed lighting with its various art displays to create a modern, eclectic vibe.

Across from the long bar are highand low-top tables lining the wall to the back of the building, leading to one of Bokeh Lounge’s best attributes: an enormous, outdoor back patio. Surrounded by a black, steel, ornamental fence, the patio has an abundance of comfortable seating and a stage for local artists and entertainers.

Stephanie Barker, a University of Southern Indiana student who occasionally performs at Bokeh, says the outdoor space is her favorite part of the bar. “On nights there aren’t any events, it’s a nice place to have a drink and relax,” Barker says. “You don’t have to yell to have a conversation, and there’s usually a good crowd. They have good service, too. It’s just an all-around nice Downtown bar option for a quiet night.”

Still, when quiet nights call for some noise, Bokeh delivers with live music from local musicians, including its house band Opal Fly and the Swatters, as well as Monte Skelton and Corey Christy and the Funk.

The bar also welcomes alternative performances such as fire throwers, dancers, and live statues that bring delightful mayhem to the bar, often serving as benefits for various Downtown charities. The latest event — a toga party to benefit The Alhambra Theatre — featured Michelle Crosbie, owner of Shannon’s School of Dance, and a team of belly and burlesque dancers, live statues, Evansville vendors, musicians, and more. Barker also was a part of the event.

“What I really like about Bokeh,” she says, “is that they offer a space where local artists and performers can hold events and create something different for people in Evansville to come enjoy and be part of.”

On Aug. 25, Bokeh Lounge hosts its Second Annual Summer Swagger Fashion Show, featuring the high-fashion Gemini Collection clothing line by Patrecea Hendrix. Opal Fly and the Swatters will be performing, as well as Foxfire Magic and Thy Faery Pranksters, a show that combines music, dance, and fire performers.

When you go, try the tasty Bokeh Breeze beverage (featured on page 122 in this issue). It’s fruity, delicious, and best sipped outdoors on a hot summer night.

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— Claire is a night show host for Hot 96, where she’s entertained listeners since January 2010. She is 24 years old and was born and raised in Evansville.

For more information on events at Bokeh Lounge (1007 Parrett St.), call 812-909-0388 or visit www.bokehlounge.com.

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New Harmony Theatre

Find Your Seats The best of summer entertainment is right next door

By Brennan Girdler

What kind of theater is this, anyway?

NHT has a particular advantage in bringing the very best talent to its stage, Wasserman says. It’s an equity theater contracted through the Actors Equity Association, a union of professional actors and stage managers from the best theaters in the country.

“This season, most of our actors are from New York and Los Angeles,” says Wasserman. “They’ve appeared on Broadway, in movies, or on television.” For example, actress Missi Pyle (playing Constance in The Artist) appeared in NHT’s first production of the summer, God of Carnage, a dark comedy, with other TV and stage veterans.

Though produced by the University of Southern Indiana, NHT remains a professional theater, offering apprenticeships and internships to students in technical and theatrical roles. Another special connection between NHT and USI is the Repertory Project, an opportunity for student performers and stage managers to interact and work side-by-side with professionals interested in sharing their craft.

Wasserman considers the theater itself to have an intimate design. “It excels at character-driven plays with a strong human interest,” he says. “Romantic comedies, farces, and small musicals — its stage is proportioned for these works, and the audience size is appropriate to the stage.”

Prize, and Drama Desk winning plays with heart and edge. “Albee, Williams, Miller, O’Neill, and Inge won’t be forgotten, but they deserve to be freshly experienced, made part of the new,” he says.

Closing out this summer is Pete ‘n’ Keely, a musical about a near-forgotten singing duo set in the ’60s. Will America’s two “favorite” sweetheart singers really get back together? Between songs, this musical gives audiences a backstage look at the relationship between the musicians. According to Wasserman, NHT chose Pete ‘n’ Keely to “put a brightly comic finish on a season that featured first a dark comedy, God of Carnage, followed by a moving drama, The Retreat from Moscow.” The first two plays were both examinations of marriage, not to mention recent Broadway successes.

What to expect

Wasserman gives us a look at NHT’s summer 2013 lineup, the 100th anniversary of the Murphy Auditorium.

Boeing Boeing, by Mark Camoletti: “Recently revived on Broadway, but written in the early 1960s, Boeing Boeing is a classic farce in which one man decides he can carry on romances with three beautiful flight attendants simultaneously, as long as their separate airlines keep

The shows?

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Pete ‘n’ Keely - July 20, 21, 27, 28, and Aug. 3 & 5 at 7:30 p.m.; July 22, 28, 29, and Aug. 4 & 5 at 2 p.m. $29 for adults, $12 under 25, $27 over 60.

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omic snap and crackle, dark humor, drama, the marriage plot — pick your poison, because at New Harmony Theatre there’s something for everyone. In the midst of NHT’s 25th season, producing artistic director Elliot Wasserman promises the best of contemporary entertainment with a sprinkle of refreshing classics.

two of them in the air at all times. We will land that one on our stage in mid-June.”

Fences, by August Wilson: “At the beginning of July, we will produce what is arguably one of the greatest American plays of the last 30 years — Fences. This play examines the life of Troy Maxon, an African-American athlete born too early to ever enjoy success in professional baseball, who, now in the 1950s, is trapped in his bitter disappointments and confronted by responsibilities which he knows will not excuse him.”

Cotton Patch Gospel, by Harry Chapin: “We end the season with Cotton Patch Gospel, the bluegrass retelling of the gospel which finds the infant Jesus born in an abandoned trailer behind a motel in Gainesville, Ga. The late Harry Chapin, one of America’s great modern troubadours, wrote the music to support a virtuoso storyteller with creativity, humor, and heart.”

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The Guide A bimonthly calendar for those who think there’s nothing to do in (and around) Evansville and those who know better. ➤ July 3-14 Farm to Table, Vine to Glass

July 3-Aug. 28 (Tuesdays only). Eat @ Bill’s, 420 Frederica St.; Colby’s, 204 W. Third St.; The Crème Coffee House, 109 E. Second St.; Famous Bistro, 102 W. Second St.; Gambrinus Libation Emporium, 116 W. Second St.; The Miller House, 301 E. Fifth St.; Pangea Café, 1320 Carter Road, Owensboro, Ky. These seven restaurants team up each week to highlight fresh produce by preparing meals made from local fruits and vegetables. 5 p.m.-close for all restaurants. Call for prices. 270-926-1100 or www.visitowensboro.com.

Ellis Park Live Racing

July 4-Sept. 3. Ellis Park, 3300 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. Just north of the Ohio River but still in Kentucky, live thoroughbred racing season — one of the area’s most beloved pastimes — takes off running. The park hosts numerous events in July, including weiner dog racing July 14, 15, and 21 and the camel and ostrich races July 28. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 12:50 p.m. through Labor Day. Free

general admission. 812-425-1456 or www.ellisparkracing.com.

“Groovy Gladiators” Archaeology Summer Day Camp

July 9-13. Angel Mounds State Historic Site, 8215 Pollack Ave. This weeklong event, part of Angel Mounds’ Archaeology Summer Day Camp series, offers children ages 6-12 a chance to interact with some of Rome’s most infamous characters, participate in mock excavations and recreated gladiator battles, and indulge in a Friday feast of Roman dishes. “Groovy Gladiators” includes a free T-shirt, photo CD, snacks, and lunch on Friday. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. $120.

812-853-3956 or www.angelmounds.org.

Evansville Christian School Summer Day Camps

July 9-13, 16-20, 23-27. Evansville Christian School, 4400 Lincoln Ave. This summer day camp provides a fun-filled atmosphere where children can grow and learn by participating in many activities throughout the week, including swimming, miniature golf, educational programs, and cave trips. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays. Rates vary; call for pricing. 812-4777777 or www.evansvillechristian.org.

Camp Imagination 2012

July 9-13. Koch Family Children’s Museum of Evansville, 22 S.E. Fifth St. Tales & Scales hosts its fourth year of three full-week camps for children ages 6-12. Campers have the opportunity

to explore their creativity while participating in storytelling, music, theater, and creative movement. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. $135 for members and $150 for nonmembers, discounted price for additional children. 812-425-8741 or www.talesandscales.org.

2012 Posey County 4-H Fair

July 9-14. Posey County 4-H Fairgrounds, 111 Harmony Township Road, New Harmony, Ind. This year’s Posey County 4-H Fair brings back all the fair favorites including live music, talent shows, animal showings, and tractor pulls. 5 p.m. July 9; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. July 10-14. $5 (free for children under 10). 812-838-1331 or www. poseycountyfair.com.

EVSC/PEF Summer Musical 2012: Footloose

July 12-15. Aiken Theatre, The Centre, 715 Locust St. The Public Education Foundation and the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp. collaborate to showcase a performance by talented Evansville high school students. The students perform Footloose, the popular musical combining energetic choreography and touching performances. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. $8-$18. 812-422-1699 or www. pefevansville.org.

Exhibit Opening Reception

July 14-Aug. 15. New Harmony Gallery, 507 Church St., New Harmony, Ind. The New Harmony Hoosier Salon Gallery hosts an opening

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reception to kick off this summer’s displays of artwork by Linda Gredy, Cathy Hillegas, and Jerry Smith. The reception is open to the public on July 14, from 5-7 p.m. Exhibit hours: 1-5 p.m.

Wednesday-Sunday. Free. 812-682-3970 or www.hoosiersalon.org.

➤ July 15-21 16th Annual Warrick County Summer Musical: Hairspray

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July 19-22. Castle High School Auditorium, 3344 Indiana 261, Newburgh, Ind. Presented by the Warrick Public Education Foundation and the Warrick County School Corp., this year’s summer musical features 1960s dance music and big hair. These talented students perform Hairspray while also earning school credits in a creative way. 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m.

Sunday. $12 for adults; $8 for students. 812480-6934 or www.warrickmusical.com.

New Harmony Theatre presents Pete ‘n’ Keely

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July 20-22, 27-29, Aug. 3-5. Murphy Auditorium, 419 Tavern St., New Harmony, Ind. New Harmony Theatre presents the light-hearted play Pete ‘n’ Keely. It is set in 1968, five years after former couple Pete Bartel and Keely Stevens last spoke.

The performing duo had made a successful singing career, but things haven’t been the same since they broke up. In an attempt to revitalize their careers, the two agree to meet again for a performance. Will things get messy or will the love lost be found? 7:30 p.m. July 20, 21, 27, 28, and Aug. 3 and 5; 2 p.m. July 22, 28, 29, and Aug. 4 and 5. $29 for adults; $12 under 25; $27 60 and over. 812-682-3115 or www.newharmony theatre.com.

Canine Carnival and Mardi Paws

July 21. It Takes a Village Canine Rescue Center, 1417 N. Stockwell Ave. Celebrate the grand opening of Evansville’s first-ever, no-kill canine rescue center, It Takes a Village Canine Rescue.

Enjoy food, a dog fashion show, kissing and cuddling puppy booths, silent auctions, and more. 3 p.m. Free. 812-250-9247 or www. itvrescue.com.

Relay for Life

July 21-22. Metro Sports Center, 5820 Metro Center Drive. According to the American Cancer Society, half of all men and one-third of all women in the United States will develop cancer during their lifetime. In celebrating the survivors,

remembering the lives lost, and fighting for those in the midst of battling, Relay for Life comes full force this year at a new location. 6 p.m.-6 a.m. $10 per team member; free to attend. 812-475-9486 or www.relayforlife.org.

➤ July 22-28 Vanderburgh County 4-H Fair

July 23-28. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. The fairgrounds host this weeklong summer tradition with live country music concerts, demolition derbies, barbecue contests, tractor pulls, motorcycle racing, and much more. $7 per day; $25 weekly pass; free for children 9 and under. 812-8674935 or www.vanderburghcountyfair.com.

Memorial Golf Scramble

July 26. Eagle Valley Golf Course, 10350 Petersburg Road. The 10th Annual Evansville Junior Golf Charlie Hodges Memorial Scramble and Dinner honors Charlie Hodges’ memory as one of golf’s biggest fans. The Evansville Junior Golf Association has collected more than $23,000 in college scholarships for area high school students in the EJGA. Registration is at noon, shotgun start at 1 p.m. (pork chop dinner immediately after scramble). $400 for team of 4; $100 for individuals. 812-760-5966 or www. eaglevalleygc.com.

Ivy Tech Cruise-In

July 28. Ivy Tech Community College (back parking lot), 3501 N. First Ave. This unique event brings back all of its annual favorites including tasty grub, loud music, muscle cars, and mean machines running on a Dyno Lane — a machine that simulates highway driving conditions to test horsepower, torque, and miles per hour. 4-8 p.m. Free. 812-426-2865 or www.ivytech.edu/ evansville.

Working Together

July 28-Sept. 23. Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive.

Showcasing two- and three-dimensional art, this 19th annual juried exhibition is a feast for the eyes. An opening reception on July 28 kicks off the exhibition, which runs through Sept. 23.

6-8 p.m. opening night; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. TuesdayFriday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; noon-5 p.m.

Sunday. Suggested museum admission donation is $4 per adult and $2 per child. 812-4222111 or www.artswin.org.

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➤ July 29-August 4 Camp Kesem

July 29-Aug. 3. Happy Hollow Camp, 3049 Happy Hollow Road, Nashville, Ind. This free camp is run by college students and is designed for kids with a parent who has battled cancer.

For one week, their worries are set aside, and fun is the only thing on the agenda. Open to kids aged 6 to 13. Call for start times. Free. 812269-2828 or www.campkesem.org/indiana.

Automobile Exhibit

July 29-Aug. 31. Angel Mounds State Historic Site, 8215 Pollack Ave. Organized by the TriState Art Guild and hosted by Angel Mounds State Historic Site, this art show is composed of various pieces featuring car and automotive themes. An exhibit reception will be held Aug. 11, 1-2:30 p.m. Exhibit hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Tuesday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m. Sunday; closed Mondays. Free. 812-853-3956 or www.tri-state artguild.org.

5th Annual Steak & Burger Youth of the Year Lunch

Aug. 2. Boys & Girls Club of Evansville, 700 Bellemeade Ave. The Boys & Girls Club strives to encourage youth to reach their full potential. Evansville’s chapter honors that mission at their annual Youth of the Year Lunch. Here, the youth dine on steak, while the adults eat burgers. During the dinner, one young person who has shown excellence among his/her peers is recognized as Youth of the Year. Noon. $25 per ticket. 812-425-2311 or www.bgclubevv.org.

Volksfest

Aug. 2-4. Germania Maennerchor, 916 N. Fulton Ave. Translated as “the people’s party,” this is an event that, through dancing, drinking, and eating, pays tribute to the German heritage of Southwestern Indiana. 11 a.m. Free entry until 5 p.m., then $5. 812-422-1915 or www.evansvillegermania.com.

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34th Annual Strassenfest

Aug. 2-5. Downtown Jasper, Ind. This year’s theme at the 34th Annual Strassenfest is “Celebrating German heritage with American pride.” The greatly anticipated event includes its usual booths of delicious food (both German and American), a bierstube, and musical entertainment from various artists including The “Hungry Five” German Band and the Jasper Dixieland Band. Times vary; see website for schedule. Free.

812-482-6866 or www.jasperstrassenfest.org.

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Walk the Runway

Aug. 3. Casino Aztar, 421 N.W. Riverside Drive.

Shoe Carnival and the Vanderburgh County CASA have teamed up to present a fashion show benefiting the CASA mission to help abused and neglected children in the community. The inaugural event includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a runway show featuring the latest back-to-school and fall fashion footwear trends. 6 p.m. $50. 812-424-5825 or stop by the CASA office at 728 Court St.

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Aug. 3-4. Camp Brosend, 7599 Brosend Road, Newburgh, Ind. Evansville’s local American Sew-

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Big Splash is breaking records once again, and is now home to the Mammoth, which bills itself as the world’s longest water coaster. Standing 69 feet tall with seven drops, this three-minute thrill ride can handle more than 1,000 riders per hour. Inspiration stemmed from the popular Wildebeest water coaster and the opportunity to decrease line wait times.

Linear induction motors (LIM) are what give riders the familiar feeling of being on an actual roller coaster. LIM technology uses magnets on the bottom of the rafts to propel riders up the hill, similar to going up a lift hill on a roller coaster. ProSlide Technology Inc., out of Ontario, Canada, designed this one-of-a-kind coaster, which took nine months and $9 million to complete.

The Mammoth and Splashin’ Safari will be featured on a Travel Channel special, “Extreme Water Parks,” airing in July. Also new this summer are the Bahari River Cabanas,

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The Guide ing Guild chapter sponsors this retreat in airconditioned camp buildings. Camp fees include Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast and lunch, snacks, drinks, and classes taught by Sulky instructors Monica Kiesel and Chris Woehler.

Kits provided. Begins at 5 p.m. on Aug. 3. $60.

812-422-0019 or email evansville@asg.org.

Family Fun Day at Mesker Park Zoo

Aug. 4. Mesker Park Zoo and Botanic Garden, 1545 Mesker Park Drive. Every day at the zoo is entertaining, but especially at its annual Family Fun Day event, where guests get to play a variety of games, learn from zookeepers, and stay cool with special ice and water activities. All day. $8.50 for adults; $7.50 for children. 812-4356143 or www.meskerparkzoo.com.

Ducks on the Ohio Join us for this unique fundraising event to benefit Gilda’s Club. Sample the creations of 100 local “celebrity chefs” and enjoy music and a live auction.

Saturday, August 25, 2012, at The Centre. Doors open at 6pm.

Tickets are $100 for individuals or $800 for a table of eight.

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Adopt a rubber duck at this annual racing event for a chance to win up to $10,000 in cash prizes. Proceeds go to the Goodwill Family Center. Wednesday at 2:02 p.m. sharp. $5 per duck; six for $25; 13 for $50. 812-479-3825 or www.evvgoodwill.org.

8th Annual Bluegrass and Barbecue Concert

Aug. 4. Angel Mounds State Historic Site, 2815 Pollack Ave. Listen to the area’s best bluegrass talent, eat tangy barbecue, and experience the tradition of social gatherings at the ancient settlement of Angel Mounds, where Mississippian Native Americans lived from 1100 to 1450 A.D. 3-8 p.m. $5; kids three and under enter free. 812-853-3956 or www.angelmounds.org.

YMCA 5K & 10K

Aug. 4. Downtown YMCA, 222 N.W. Sixth St. Walkers and runners choose between a 3.1-mile and 6.2-mile course and race to support YMCA youth programs in the community. The race also benefits those training for the Y’s 9.3-mile race in September and the 13.1-mile Evansville Half Marathon on Oct. 7. 7 a.m. $20 until July 26; $25 through Aug. 4. 812-426-6210 or www. evansvillehalfmarathon.org.

Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library Annual Book Sale

Aug. 4-5. Washington Square Mall, 1216 S. Green River Road. Books, CDs, and DVDs are a bargain at this annual sale. 10 a.m.­-9 p.m. Saturday; 12­-3 p.m. Sunday. Free. 812-428-8242 or www.evpl.org.

➤ August 5-11 Summer Movie on the River: Cars 2

Aug. 5. RiverPark Center, 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, Ky. Bring your children to the riverfront this summer for a showing of Cars 2. Bring your own chairs. Begins around 8 p.m. Free. 270687-2770 or www.riverparkcenter.org.

5th Annual Mid-America Institute on Aging

Aug. 9-10. University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Blvd. Want to age gracefully?

The Mid-America Institute on Aging, a multidisciplinary gerontology conference for nurses, social workers, older adults, lay persons, and professionals working in the field of gerontology, provides two days of information on how to successfully age. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $75 per day; $140 for both. 812-464-1989 or health.usi.edu/ maia2012.

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Rock the Runway

Aug. 10. Old National Bank, Wayne Henning Atrium, 1 Main St. Presented by Ellison Fine Jewelry and Stella Artois, this third annual event benefits Albion Fellows Bacon Center, a domestic violence shelter that provides services for women and children. The evening includes craft beer sampling, entertainment, a silent auction, and a red carpet jewelry and style show from White House Black Market and Ellison Fine Jewelry. 6:30 p.m. $75 per person. 812-464-9555 or rocktherunwayevansville.org.

Chamber Day at Ellis Park

Aug. 10. Ellis Park, 3300 U.S. Highway 41 N., Henderson, Ky. From across the region, chamber members gather at Ellis Park for some good ole’ Kentucky-style gambling, eating, and socializing. Networking has never been so enjoyable as it is in the Sky Theatre with the chambers of Southwest Indiana, Spencer Regional, and Warrick County. Open to the public. Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; lunch and racing begin at noon. $30 for chamber members; $60 for nonmembers.

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Aug. 10-11. Audubon Mill Park, along Water Street in Henderson, Ky. Year after year, the Henderson County Tourist Commission invites artists such as Patty Loveless and the HillBenders to the Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival.

The weekend event includes a bicycle tour, tennis tournament, and a Saturday morning breakfast. 5 p.m. Friday; 7 a.m.-midnight Saturday. Free. 800-648-3128 or www.bluegrass intheparkfestival.com.

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Aug. 11. Evansville African American Museum, 579 S. Garvin St. Learn about AfricanAmerican genealogy and the care of family heirlooms at the Evansville African American Museum. There will be refreshments, crafts for kids, and Brittany Westbrook, the featured lecturer and curator of the EAAM. Noon-2 p.m. Free. 812-423-5188 or www.evansvilleaamuseum.wordpress.com.

Pickin’ and Pedalin’ Bike Tour

Aug. 11. Audubon Mill Park, along Water Street in Henderson, Ky. Experience some of the best cycling in western Kentucky while enjoying the annual Bluegrass in the Park Folklife Festival. Choose a 12, 22, 40, or 65-mile bicycle ride through scenic Kentucky with live music pit stops along the way. $25-$40. 7 a.m. 1-800-648-3128 or www.pickinand pedalin.com.

7th Annual Spirit, Mind, Body Triathlon/ Duathlon

Aug. 11. Scales Lake Park, 800 W. Tennyson Road, Boonville, Ind. Choose the sprint race, which includes a .5-mile swim, 15-mile bike ride, and 5K run; the paced Olympic, which includes a 1-mile swim, 25-mile bike, and 10K run; or the duathlon, a 2K run, 15-mile bike ride, and 5K run. $35. 7 a.m. 812-426-6210 or www.evansvilleymcatriathlon.org.

Digging Dirt

Aug. 11. Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive. Soil and water are two very important resources —

gardeners, farmers, and Mother Nature need both to make plants grow. In this workshop, participants make their own soil and test both soil and water for properties to determine whether they are acidic or alkaline. For kids ages 8-10. 10:30 a.m. $10-15. 812-425-2406 or www.emuseum.org.

Collectors Carnival Shows and Antique Flea Markets

Aug. 11-12. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. With more than 100 antique and collectible dealers, visitors have plenty of chances to add decor and collections to their homes. Don’t miss the pre-show preview from 7-9 a.m. on Saturday. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. $2. 812-471-9419 or www.collectorscarnivalshows.com.

➤ August 12-18 Reitz Home Annual Mystery Gala

Aug. 18. Reitz Home Museum, 224 S.E. First St. Written by Kelley Coures, this year’s Clue-like mystery game titled “Murder on Slaughter Avenue” stars local residents. (Check out Coures’ story in this issue on page 23.) Guests will be shuttled from the Casino Aztar Parking Garage to the Reitz Home, then will be shuttled back for lavish entertainment, food, and drinks in the casino’s conference center. Monte Skelton will head the performance, followed by Jeff Harmon Jazz. The evening concludes with a cast presentation and mystery guest prize winner. 6-10 p.m. $100. 812-426-1871 or www. reitzhome.com.

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Big O Music Fest

Aug. 18. Reid’s Orchard, 4812 State Route 144, Owensboro, Ky. Featuring acts by country music artists Blake Shelton, Jo Dee Messina, Tracy Lawrence, Gloriana, LoCash Cowboys, and Joanna Smith, this two-day outdoor festival is one not to miss. Gates open at noon, show starts at 1 p.m. $49.50-$125. www.bigomusicfest.com.

Viking Assault

Aug. 18. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. Where military boot camp meets a Viking’s workout, this muddy, 3-plus mile race is complete with 10 challenging obstacles. Run it if you dare! Bands perform during and after the event, and proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville. 9 a.m. first wave; last wave 11 a.m. $50 entry. $10 parking. 812-760-5298 or email vikingassault@ yahoo.com.

Multi-Cultural Festival

Aug. 18. First Presbyterian Church, 1328 Griffith Ave., Owensboro, Ky. This city-wide, multicultural festival is designed to show off the differences in cultures while bringing people together. The annual event has welcomed thousands of visitors in the past with entertainment, education, and great food. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Free. 270-684-1467 or www.firstpresbyterianowensboro.com.

Tree Roots: Beyond the Basics

Aug. 18. Willard Library, 21 First Ave. For

Lincoln Amphitheatre and Evansville Civic Theatre presents the Amateur Production of:

genealogy fanatics, the Willard Library hosts a day seminar on advanced genealogy topics.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 812-425-4309 or www. willard.lib.in.us.

Suds, Wine & Spirits Fest

Aug. 18. SWIRCA, 16 W. Virginia St. Take an evening out on the town and try new beers, wines, spirits, margaritas, and cuisine while supporting SWIRCA, an organization that helps provide independent living for the elderly in six Indiana counties. 6-10 p.m. $35 before the event; $40 at the door. 812-464-7800 or www.swirca.org.

➤ August 19-25 MHA’s 4th Annual Ride for Recovery

Aug. 19. Mental Health America, 410 Mulberry St. For automobile and motorcycle lovers, Ride for Recovery is a perfect day spent driving along a route filled with food and prizes at numerous pit stops. All proceeds benefit Mental Health America of Vanderburgh County. 9:30 a.m. registration; lunch at noon. $20 per rider; $10 per extra rider; $40 family pass. 812-426-2640 or www.mhavanderburgh.org.

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Wise Women Series

Aug. 21. Assembly Hall, Southern Indiana Career and Technical Center, 1901 Lynch Road. More than ever before, women are stepping out as leaders in both the corporate and political worlds.

Linda Bennett, president of the University of

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July 20

Few, if any, American Cancer Society

relays in Evansville that raised a combined $78,000. This summer, the relays have been consolidated into one event, with a fundrasing goal of $83,500. The majority of funds raised go to patient support: resources and referral information for people diagnosed with cancer who call the American Cancer Society’s toll-free number (1-800-227-3345).

“We’re also the top fundraiser for cancer research and treatment,” says Rigg. “And a lot of our funds go to early detection.”

Participants can register at the relay on July 21 by calling 812-475-9486, or by visiting relayforlife.org/vanderburghcountyin.

— Brennan Girdler

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A Relay Good Time events have been as successful as its annual Relay for Life event. From 6 p.m.-6 a.m., July 21-22, participants in the Vanderburgh County Relay for Life support the fight against cancer at the Metro Sports Center on Evansville’s East Side.

Don’t let the word “relay” scare you.

Ryan Rigg, community representative for the American Cancer Society, says participants can walk one lap or watch people walk 100.

The relay is sports themed, a tip-of-thehat to the Olympics and the Metro Sports Center. The night kicks off with the opening ceremony, where survivors and caregivers are honored as they take the first laps. The luminaria ceremony is the “heart and soul of the relay,” says Rigg, as supporters honor those who fought and those who still fight against cancer. Lit inside paper bags, which bear the name of a person touched by cancer, candles light up the evening as many supporters walk a lap in silence.

With games, themed laps (walking backwards, in pajamas, or both), and a silent auction, there are plenty of ways to stay active — and awake — at the overnight event.

Last year, there were two separate

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

August 5 Wednesday – Saturday Evenings One Matinee on Sunday, August 5 Optional Meal Service Available (Must make meal reservations at least seven days in advance)

Order Your Tickets Today!

800-264-4223 LincolnAmphitheatre.org

• Lincoln Amphitheatre • Inside Lincoln State Park Just 4 miles from Holiday World

For more information on Relay for Life, see our guide, page 144.

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The Guide Southern Indiana, shares learning opportunities for middle-aged women in the community and how they can get ahead. 5:30 p.m. Free. 812842-2000 or www.deaconess.com.

Keep the Ark Afloat Dinner and Auction

Aug. 22. Sweetwater Event Center, 8335 Eagle Lake Drive. To prevent child abuse and neglect, Ark Crisis Child Care Center needs the community’s help. This dinner and auction, Ark’s largest fundraising event of the year, helps provide free short-term child care — and hope — to families and children in crisis. 6-10 p.m. $100 per ticket; $800 for a table of eight. 812-423-9425 or www.arkcrisis.org.

Frog Follies Classic Car Show

Thanks Tri-State nurses for all you do!

Aug. 24-26. Vanderburgh 4-H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road. More than 30 years ago, a bullfrog race caught the attention of spectators at the very first Frog Follies event.

This event, hosted by the E’ville Iron Street Rod Club, includes 4,000 street rods, great food, craft shows, and frog races. All proceeds go to local charities. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday. $5 per adult; free for children under 12. 812-428-3764 or www.frogfollies.org.

Anchors Aweigh: Cruisin’ on the Ohio

Congratulations to our winners.

Aug. 25. Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science, 411 S.E. Riverside Drive. Aboard Evansville’s very own local port of call — the Evansville Museum — experience an evening of live music, drinks, and food from different cultures of the world. Enjoy the sunshine on the Promenade Deck and do your bidding at the evening’s auction on items including trips, sports memorabilia, and more. All proceeds help support educational programs and scholarships for children at the Museum. 6-10 p.m. $20 for museum members; $25 for “not-yet-members.”

812-425-2406 or www.emuseum.org.

Art Stroll

Aug. 25. New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, 506 Main St., New Harmony, Ind. Enjoy this year’s stroll in New Harmony and admire work by artists such as Jennifer Halvorson and Cortney Boyd, both accomplished glass artists. 4-7 p.m. Free. 812-682-3156 or www. nhgallery.com.

Concert of Praise

The Nurses Make A Differenc

e winners (left

to right): Vicky Lemmons, Outstanding Nurse Educator; Debra Tuley, Outstanding Community / Sch ool / Volunteer Nurse; WIKY ’s Mark Elliott; Brenda Douglas, Outsta nding Nursing Home / Elder Care Nurse; Donna Ford, Outstandi ng Traditional Setting Nurse Not pictured: Jena Hahn, Ou tstanding In-Home Care Nurse

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Aug. 25-26. Crossroads Christian Church, 10800 Outer Lincoln Ave., Newburgh, Ind. Sing along with the 150-member Crossroads Church Choir and Praise Band as they sing popular worship songs at this two-day event. 3:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturday; 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Free. 812-858-8668 or www. crossroadschristian.com.

➤ August 26-September 8 Holistic Expo and Psychic Fair

Aug. 27-28. Evansville Auditorium and Convention Center, 715 Locust St. Not just palm readings and voodoo dolls, but vendors of mediums and psychics with candles, jewelry, body and energy work, meditations, and more. Get your spirit on! 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $8 per day; $12 for the weekend. 812-435-5770.

World’s Toughest Rodeo

Sept. 1. Ford Center, 1 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The World’s Toughest Rodeo tour stops by the Ford Center to display cowboy individual-

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Day of Caring Dinner

Sept. 7. The Centre, 715 Locust St. At this annual event, put on by the United Way of Southwestern Indiana, participating businesses allow their employees a day off to volunteer at local nonprofit organizations, giving them an inside perspective of how their company’s donations affect the organization’s mission. A dinner that evening for participants and businesses will be at 7:30 p.m. Free. 812-422-4100 or www. unitedwayswi.org.

YMCA 15K

Sept. 8. Downtown YMCA, 222 N.W. Sixth St. The YMCA 15K, the last Evansville Half Marathon Warm-Up Run, takes runners on a 9-plus mile course throughout the streets of Downtown. The 13.1-mile half marathon takes place on Oct. 7. 7 a.m. $20-$25. 812-426-6210 or www.evansvillehalfmarathon.org.

Annual Revue and Style Show

Sept. 8. Bethel United Church of Christ, 3029 N. Green River Road. Members of Evansville’s American Sewing Guild chapter show a wide variety of sewing projects that promise to entertain and inspire. Also enjoy goody bags, door prizes, raffles, sale tables, vendors, and refreshments. Doors open at noon. Free. 812473-4763 or email evansville@asg.org.

Walk This Way When the executive board members of Vanderburgh County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) met early this year to brainstorm ideas for their annual soirée, they came up with a theme that allowed them to walk their walk and talk their talk — literally. On Aug. 3, CASA and Shoe Carnival present their first-ever footwear fashion show to raise funds and garner attention for CASA’s mission: to aid physically or sexually abused, neglected, or abandoned children 18 years old and younger.

Suzanne Draper, CASA’s executive director, says the nonprofit organization’s new partnership and back-to-school theme was a perfect fit. “I grew up with Shoe Carnival,” she says. “They are a true staple company of our community.”

At the Casino Aztar Executive Conference Center, guests will mingle with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before watching nearly 30 models — board members, volunteers, children, and families — flaunt Shoe Carnival’s fall trends in kids, men’s, women’s, and athletics footwear. “We want each model to be affiliated with CASA, and we’re

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ism and competition. Top riders compete in categories of bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding. And don’t miss cowgirls barrel racing! Doors open at 6 p.m., event starts at 7:30 p.m. $23-$53. 1-800-745-3000 or www.thefordcenter.com.

going to present how we’ve helped them,” says Draper. “It’ll show the importance of what we do for the kids of the community.”

Since its inception in 1984, Vanderburgh County CASA has served more than 5,000 abused and neglected children in need of legal services from the local juvenile system.

Currently, more than 130 volunteers advocate for nearly 330 children.

“This is an evening to tell our story,” Draper says. “We anticipate making it an annual partnership with Shoe Carnival.”

— Natalie Greer

For more information on the Walk the Runway event, see our Guide, page 145.

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Final Detail Captain Paw

By Brennan Girdler

Photos provided by Bob and Kristen Haynie

We saw sea-monkeys by the sea shore

The one-third scale replica of Christopher Columbus’ flagship, the “Santa Maria,” has been landlocked at Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden since 1933, but continues to raise fascinated eyebrows from its visitors. The concrete ship was the brainchild of Gilmore Haynie, one of the masterminds behind the zoo.

Over the years, as zoos became more animal-friendly, the 20 rhesus monkeys who once manned the unsinkable (literally — it was built into the ground) ship were removed in 1991 to more natural exhibits. At one point alligators loitered in the “moat” around the ship, but again, that brought a little too much nature to such a lovable zoo feature.

Today, the ship is still a floating sensation at the zoo. For $2 a turn, kids can board bumper boats and battle it out on the blue.

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