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Innovative Children’s ER creates family-friendly atmosphere for top-tier care.

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Eric Fow welcomes you to the new version of Lubbock Magazine.

ON THE TOWN

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The rundown on Lubbock’s upcoming events, celebrations, and adventures.

ON THE MARKET

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A look at some of the area’s beautiful and unique homes on the market. This month: A 10-acre wine-country estate on Country Road 6900.

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Discover what’s on the menu, and on tap, in Lubbock and the surrounding communities.

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Welcome to , and the April issue of Lubbock Magazine Lubbock Magazine has been Lubbock’s LOCAL Magazine for more than a decade, but over the past few years we have all been through challenging times and changes. However, one thing that has remained consistent is Lubbock Magazine. Also consistent is our community’s LOVE for Texas Tech Sports and the pride of Country Livin!

Today’s issue blazes a new trial for Lubbock Magazine. Like most businesses, we needed to listen to our readers and clients. As your new publisher, I want to say thank you for your opinions and support.

Lubbock Magazine is now powered by Localiq, our local digital marketing solutions brand. While there will certainly be collaborations with The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Lubbock Magazine will focus its efforts on our local community, our events and our local businesses. One of the more exciting changes for Lubbock Magazine is its increased distribution. This increase includes complimentary delivery by mail to additional homes in the area. Those homes can expect to receive a copy monthly moving forward.

These are exciting times not just for the magazine, but for the community.

We have so much to be proud of, like the brand-new Buddy Holly Centre, and the continued success of Texas Tech University. We look forward to sharing the stories that highlight our great city in editions to come.

This issue will be focused on Home and Family, which includes featuring one of the top homes for sale in the city, that is also a working vineyard, as well as highlighting the new UMC Health Children’s Emergency Center. It is our goal to create the best lifestyle magazine for Lubbock, one where our readers can read about local events, community involvement, philanthropy, local business profiles and new businesses opening their doors to our great community.

Whether you have been a reader of Lubbock Magazine for more than a decade, or this is the first time, we appreciate your support and we look forward to being your resource for lifestyle and community in our growing Lubbock community.

Have a story idea, or want to provide us feedback? I would love to hear from you. Email me at Efow@localiq.com.

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Celebration

Texas Wine, Hops & Shops Festival

Enjoy this inaugural festival celebrating Texas wines and brews at McPherson Cellars in downtown Lubbock on Saturday, April 23.

Admission is $45 and includes admission wristband, 10 tasting tickets and concert admission. visitlubbock.org.

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The Oddities Market A market of the weird, dark, curious and spooky! An outdoor art market featuring a large array of local and small creatives sharing their handmade wares and artwork. The market is set for April 23 at CASP Work Studios and is free to attend and pet friendly. visitlubbock.org.

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Flatlands Dance Theatre brings dance and theatre into the fresh air in Dances, Alfresco, marking the company’s first live performance since 2019. Five new dance works will premiere, as well as a special work made and performed by children participating in FDT’s Young Dancers Workshop spring series. Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. (with preshow picnic at 6:30 p.m.) on April 29 and 30 at the LHUCA Plaza Outdoor Stage. flatlandsdance.org.

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Community Car Show Cotton Fest 2022 THURS, APRIL 21 to SAT, APRIL 23 — This three-day event featuring camping, music, golf, corn hole, barbecue and more is set for April 21-23 at Cook’s Garage. Musical performances include William Clark Green, Randall King, Giovannie and the Hired Guns, Roger Creager and many more. cottonfestlubbock.com

SAT, APRIL 23 — Adventure Park is hosting a Community Car Show to benefit the Lubbock Aquarium Discovery Trail. The show is set for noon to 3 p.m. on April 23. People’s Choice and judging is set for 1:30 p.m., with awards to follow at 2 p.m. adventureparkfun.com

Bruckner’s Towering 8th

Lubbock Gun and Blade Show

SAT, APRIL 23 — The Lubbock Symphony Orchestra, complete with Wagner tubas, will bring you to your feet with Bruckner’s epic eighth symphony.

The LSO is joined by Susetta Rockett (english horn) for Swan of Tuonela, followed by Bruckner’s Symphony No. 8.

The Buddy Holly Hall will host the performance. buddyhollyhall.com

SAT & SUN, APRIL 23 - 24 — The Lubbock Gun & Blade Show is the perfect event to sell, trade and buy guns, knives, holsters and much more. The first show of the year is set for April 23 and 24 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. silverspurtradeshows.com

Give a Kid a Smile Dental Health Fair Ranky Tanky SAT, APRIL 23 — This Charleston, South Carolina-based quintet performs timeless music of Gullah culture born in the southeastern Sea Island region of the United States. They will perform on April 28 at the Allen Theater. ttu.edu

SAT, APRIL 30 — Join the Science Spectrum with South Plains District Dental Society for the Dental Health Fair. This free event is on April 30 in the Exhibit Hall at the Science Spectrum and includes children’s dental health screenings by a dentist (up to age 12), kids’ toothbrushes and dental health giveaways, booths with oral health information, and face painting. sciencespectrum.org

The Lubbock Chorale Presents Bernstein & Britten

Tim Allen SAT, MAY 7 — Award-winning actor/ comedian Tim Allen will perform a stand-up show on May 7 at The Buddy Holly Hall. buddyhollyhall.com

SAT, MAY 7 — The Lubbock Chorale will perform Britten’s “Rejoice in the Lamb” and Bernstein’s “Missa Brevis” on May 7 at Hemmle Recital Hall at the TTU School of Music. ci.lubbock.tx.us

The Bellamy Brothers Cinco De Mayo Parade SAT, MAY 7 — The 10th Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade of Lubbock will begin on Avenue V, moving east on historic Broadway to the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center. Line-up will be at 9 a.m., the parade begins at 10 a.m., and welcomes all of the Lubbock community and surrounding areas to take part as participants or as spectators. The theme for the year is “Que dulce es la vida.” visitlubbock.org

Joyful Ventures 5K and Family Joywalk SAT, MAY 7 — This 5K run and Joywalk is for all ages and fitness levels. It starts at 9 a.m. May 7 at Mackenzie Park. A pancake breakfast is included with each registration. All proceeds benefitting breast cancer and non-ketotic hyperglycinemia awareness and research. joyfulventures.us

SUN, MAY 8 — American pop and country music duo the Bellamy Brothers will perform at the Cactus Theater on May 8. cactustheater.com

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916 COUNTY ROAD 6900 LUBBOCK

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A privately gated 10-acre estate currently on the market in Lubbock is catching the eye of wine enthusiasts everywhere.

Why visit the grapevines in Sonoma County, California, when you can have an award-winning winery right at your doorstep in the Lone Star State? Sip on a glass of red on the back patio at 7916 County Road 6900 while enjoying the stone fireplace and fully stacked outdoor kitchen. see

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“I think it’s the most beautiful property in Lubbock and I’ve seen a bunch,” Property Real Estate Agent Libby Draughton said.

Step inside to refill your glass at the winebar and take in the kitchen, which includes a large island, double oven and butler’s pantry. The high-vaulted beam ceilings viewed throughout the home were locally handcrafted by artisans.

“The tenants built the house,” Draughton said. “There is state-ofthe-art technology on the property and it has specially designed netting to keep the birds out.”

Listed for approximately $1.83 million, the Lubbock residence provides a cinema experience when stepping into the basement to enjoy movies or the next big sports game.

The owner’s bedroom suite in the four-bed, three-bath, three-car garage, 4,684 square-foot estate provides stunning views of the vineyard that has won multiple gold medal titles at international wine competitions.

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are contracted to William-Chris Vineyards, McPherson Cellars and Lost Draw Cellars. Varieties include Mourvèdre, Tempranillo, Tannat, Picpoul, Marsanne and Zinfandel.

The seller is willing to assist with the continued success of this vineyard on a lease-back or custom management agreement if the buyer wishes.

“What that means is the new owners could basically live there and have the current owner continue to farm the vineyard and they don’t have to lift a finger but would share the profits,” Draughton said.

The vineyard name can additionally be changed to the new owner’s name.

“The new owner can name it after their child or someone special in their life,” Draughton said.

“That’s kind of cool. How many people can say they have a wine named after their family?”

When owning a vineyard, expect crews that have worked the vineyard for a decade to visit from the beginning of March through the end of September for three to

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4 BEDROOMS 3 FULL BATHS 4,684 SQUARE FEET 10.36 Acres Built in 2012 MLS #202108530

four days a month.

The majority of harvest takes place in September using a mechanical harvester and the grape harvest is performed at night to keep clusters cool while they are picked. Irrigation water is plentiful.

Many individuals are drawn to living in wine vineyards because of their deep passion to entertain or be outdoors.

Due to deed restrictions, there is an additional 10.63-acre lot for sale as part of the Lubbock vineyard that is adjacent to the home.

The additional lot located at 4716 Alcove Ave. is listed for sale for $1

Listed at $1,836,500 Listed By Taylor Reid Realty 806-317-1555 www.taylorreid.com

million, bringing the total of both lots to $2,836,500.

Lubbock has been named one of the top places in categories like raising a family, work-life balance, job and growth potential and starting a business.

The home is located in the parameters of the No. 1 school district in the city, Frenship Independent School District.

Individuals interested or concerned about the home or living in a vineyard may call Draughton for more details at 1-806-2030646.

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SETTING THE SCENE FOR HEALING UMC CHILDREN’S EMERGENCY CENTER CREATES INNOVATIVE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE FOR TOP-TIER CARE

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houghts of hospitals and emergency rooms connote visions of sterile surroundings and traumatic circumstances, but the UMC Children’s Emergency Center in Lubbock has reimagined that anxiety-provoking image. When it opened in April 2021, the new facility brought a cutting-edge concept to children’s care at the only Children’s Miracle Network affiliated hospital in the city.

“We realized in our ER we needed a separate entrance and separate feel that would make it more comfortable for children,” says Dr. Brian Payne, chief medical officer of UMC Children’s Hospital. “We have separate providers and separate nurses specializing in children’s care. We wanted to streamline the care for children and create a more comforting setting.”

Payne initially performed his pediatrics training at UMC before moving away to work in Children’s Emergency for a time. When he returned to UMC five years ago, he proposed an improvement to the already stellar quality of care for children. Payne recommended creating a separate space for kids in crisis situations three years ago, and after due consideration by key players construction kicked off two years ago.

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here, I asked how we can do a more pediatric specific approach for all care,” Payne says. “We wanted to finalize the separation of adult services and children’s services.

Since we’ve opened (the Children’s ER), we’ve seen more patients per month than we’ve seen over the previous five years combined.”

Payne anticipates the vibrant, beautifully decorated facility, which served approximately 15,000 children in the first year, will grow exponentially in coming years.

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colorful spaces designed with children of all ages in mind. Varying shades of sky blue and lime green are punctuated with yellow, red and blue balloons and multi-colored pinwheels. Cumulous clouds roll across walls and ceilings with whimsical cloud animals – a playful duckling here and a cheeky dachshund puppy there – adding cheery elements.

“From the entrance to the ER to the time patients are in a room to the time they are receiving care, the environment is engaging, comfortable and not anxiety provoking,” Payne explains. “We have pediatric nurses who know how to give IVs to children. The doctors know how to work with families, and it makes the care more seamless. We have more than 30 different types of providers who care for kids at our hospital, and the ER highlights that. We have burn specialists and endocrinologists who work with children — all of these doctors can come interact with them in this environment that’s less scary.”

The facility also draws from robust community support.

“We are very blessed to be part of the Children’s Miracle Network,” Payne says. “A lot of

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our community gives to CMN hospitals through local businesses like Wal-Mart, Costco, Panda Express. When people give, it helps our hospital get equipment specialized for children.

The new ER boasts kid-specific medical equipment from sedation tools sized for children to intubation systems with cameras designed to place tubes. They even have specially designated tools that help remove foreign bodies from child-sized ears.

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“This equipment allows us to provide very specialized to care to kids immediately,” Payne says. “We don’t have to send them out. We have a Level 1 trauma center and provide these services for children in a very unique and beautiful setting.”

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care and receives transfers from other hospitals in Lubbock that might not be equipped for those needs. The hospital’s reach is regional extending care to children from communities in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. It is the region’s only burn center – the next one is more than four hours away in Dallas or Phoenix.

The Children’s Emergency Center has invested in a unique NICU vehicle to accommodate the special needs of children from neo-natal age and up. It has partnered with a helicopter NICU transport group since 1989, but when weather conditions prevent air travel, ground travel may be the only option to provide life-saving care.

The colorfully wrapped ambulance represents an investment of more than $400,000 and is armed with the equipment specifically needed in the treatment of newborns.

“In Lubbock, we have snow, high winds, rains – the elements can cause delay from care,” Payne says. “The ambulance allows us to pick up when the helicopter can’t fly and guarantee we can reach kids who are most sick and need us the most.”

Payne says few people realize 60 percent of children in the area are born at UMC, which has the largest Level 4 NICU in the state.

“Our ambulance has to be large enough to accommodate twins – sometimes we need to bring back two babies,” Payne says. “We have ventilators for babies and incubators that are temperature-controlled. Some babies are so small, they fit in the palm of your hand. If the temperature drops even for a just a minute during transport, it can have a negative effect. The Isolet allows us to keep that temperature control so babies have the support they need.”

Payne, who grew up in the Fort Worth area, and wife Tawnya, have five children of their own ranging in age from 3 to 17 – a crew who appear with their cousins in a promotional video for the new ER. When his now 5-year-old son had complications after being born, his life was saved in the hospital’s NICU – a testament to the quality of care in the facility and Payne’s trust in the care provided. He says as a physician, he’s always found it deeply rewarding to work with children, who exhibit remarkable resilience.

“There are aspects of pediatrics that inspire me,” he says. “These kids will have traumatic things that happen – a health care incident or injury – and suddenly, they will be happy and amazing again. They come to the ER so that we can get them feeling better, and they will be running and playing and happy again. This center is a hidden jewel in the community, and I’m really ecstatic to share that we have invested so much see

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into children’s care.”

Aaron Davis, chief experience officer of UMC Children’s Hospital, says the children’s hospital is also undergoing a renovation through a capital expansion slated for completion in 2023.

“We’re trying to grow the footprint and accessibility of the children’s hospital,” Davis says. “We are in the process of finalizing a freestanding dedicated tower for children that will include labor and delivery, the NICU and children’s care in the East Tower of the hospital. We want to move units and rebrand everything as a kid and teenager friendly environment.”

The single destination site for families will continue the colorful theme of clouds and pinwheels to create an upbeat ambiance. Interactive art pieces and nursery rhymes will be interspersed through the spaces. The hospital will host community events from water safety programs in June to back-to-school programs later in the summer and a Trunkor-Treat experience in the fall.

“We want it to be warm and comforting as a place of hope,” Davis says. “We want people to realize we are a part of the community, and they can trust our experts from the beginning stages of life.”

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BRYAN’S STEAKS A traditional buffet-style steakhouse, Bryan’s offers steaks cooked to order with self-serve salads, sides and soft-serve ice cream. 1212 50th St., 744-5491 $$ CAFE J Enjoy elegant ambience surrounded by original artwork. Menus change with the seasons and each entree is carefully prepared with a wine pairing in mind. 2605 19th St., 743-5400, cafejlubbock.com $$$ THE CATCH This popular seafood franchise hales from South Texas and offers Cajun-style seafood. Choose from fried fish, shrimp, gator, oysters, tacos and a variety of boils.

5111 82nd St., 701-2900, thecatchhouston. com $$ DIRK’S Dirk’s focuses on “Birds. Beers. Bubbles.” and we’re in! For $13 choose fried chicken,

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chicken tenders, rotisserie chicken, or chicken-fried steak with two sides, which are just as tempting as the meats. Dirk’s also offers shrimp and grits and Gulf oysters on the half shell. 1636 13th St., 368-3915, dirkslbk.com $$ E&J SMOKEHOUSE AND GRILL Nestled in Escondido Canyon, E&J is open for lunch and dinner, Tuesday through Saturday. Dine on plenty of barbecue and Texas-style sides and desserts at this little oasis. 701 Regis St., 762-6201, ejsmokhouse.com $$-$$$ FLIPPERS TAVERN This colorful little hole-in-the-wall specializes in brats with all the fixings. Try the Pile Driver for a cheese and chili fix.

1406 Avenue Q, 701-5130 $ FORTUNE COOKIE CHINESE RESTAURANT Serving Cantonese-style food, Fortune

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Easy online ordering makes dine-in and takeout dining a breeze. 7006 University Ave., 745-2205, fortunecookietx.com $ GILBERT’S BAR & GRILL With its Tech-themed dining room and generous patio, Gilbert’s is the perfect place to hang out and enjoy a homestyle meal. Enjoy family-style Chinese food on Saturday nights and brunch on Sundays. 2608 Salem Ave., 795-8791, gilbertslubbock.com $$ GOHAN JAPANESE FUSION A fast-casual eatery, Gohan serves hibachistyle build-a-bowl meals, specialty rice bowls, and bubble tea. 1003 University Ave., 368-8048 $$

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JOSIE’S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN KITCHEN Josie’s three Lubbock locations serve a variety of fresh, handmade burritos for walk-up, dine-in and drive-thru service. Breakfast burritos are the most popular, but the Big Mama is a sure bet any time of day. 3312 Avenue Q, 744.8075/5101 Aberdeen Ave., 793-7752/793-6606 19th St., 793.1921 $ KIN KOREAN BBQ & SUSHI LOUNGE Traditional Korean BBQ is designed for sharing. At Kin, choose your meat and cook it yourself at the table. Or choose sushi from Kin’s “Sushi Conveyor Revolution,” which features fresh-made sushi.

6810 Milwaukee Ave., 368-3830 $$ KING STREET PUB Nestled in a strip mall on Indiana, King Street Pub’s stark exterior holds a surprisingly charming Victorian English tea room meets traditional pubthemed restaurant. Inventive cuisine and a cozy atmosphere will keep you going back for more.

8004 Indiana Ave., Suite B18, 993-1010, kingstreetpub.com $$ LA DIOSA CELLARS From the funky decor to the perfectly prepared tapas to the extensive wine list, La Diosa promises a top-notch experience. 901 17th St., 744-3600, ladiosacellars.com $$

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LISA WEST’S DOUBLE NICKEL STEAK HOUSE Voted one of the top 10 best steak houses in Texas, the Double Nickel specializes in traditional steak-house fare. While beef rules the menu, you’ll find plenty of chicken, seafood and salads to delight the pickiest eater. 5405 Slide Road, 792-0055, doublenickelsteakhouse.com $$$ MOTOMEDI MEDITERRANEAN Quick and affordable bowl meals fill the menu at Motomedi. Make it vegetarian with falafel or choose your meat and add rice, spiced fries or arugula, sauce and toppings. Every bowl is full of beautiful color and flavor! 3204 W. Loop 289, Suite 300, 317-1053, motomedi.com $ PANCAKE HOUSE This cozy diner fills up fast, so expect a wait time.

Enjoy home-style breakfast until 2:30 p.m. daily, with lunch items available after 11 a.m. 510 Avenue Q, 765-8506 $ see

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THE PECAN GRILL Located inside the Overton Hotel & Conference Center, The Pecan Grill serves upscale breakfast, lunch and dinner. We’re fans of the Texas redfish and NY strip steak. 2322 Mac Davis Lane, 776.7010, overtonhotel.com $$$

RAIDER BURRITO Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Raider Burrito caters to those pesky Tex-Mex cravings. Locals love the street-style tacos and breakfast burritos.

2102 19th St., 771-1178 $ ROYAL SEAFOOD SHACK/LEE’S CAFE The eatery’s new location houses two restaurants in one location. From traditional Cajun seafood boils, to fried or grilled fish, to sandwiches and gumbo, the Royal Seafood Shack’s menu is brimming with fresh seafood, paired with down-home comfort food sides like corn on the cobb, cornbread, french fries and coleslaw. Fans of Lee’s Café’s authentic Soul Food can still enjoy Southern food favorites made fresh daily. 7604 Milwaukee Ave., Suite 400, 368-8537, royalseafoodshack.com $$ see

PICANTES Known for its family atmosphere and fast, affordable Mexican food, Picantes has been serving its straightforward food to hungry locals for years.

You can’t go wrong with one of the daily specials.

3814 34th St., 793-8304 $$ QUEEN OF TARTS BAKERY & CHEESE SHOP Handmade artisan baked goods are perfectly paired with a selection of gourmet cheeses. Put together a picnic basket-style takeaway for a romantic evening in. 8004 Indiana Ave., Suite B18, 993-1009, queenoftartslubbock.com $$

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seafood to burgers and pizza. We’re impressed with the variety and outstanding ingredients.

4210 82nd St., Suite 240, 799-3408, table82.com $$-$$$ TAQUERIA Y PANADERIA GUADALAJARA This modest eatery serves authentic fare with fresh baked goods. We love the street tacos and fresh-made chicarrón, crackling hot from the fryer. 1925 19th St., 765-8321 $

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RUDY’S BAR-B-Q From the original location opened in 1989, Rudy’s now serves its barbecue all across the Southwest. Its pits are 100% wood fired with oak, a slower burning wood than the mesquite used by others. Along with time and oak, they cook with a dry spice that ensures each plate of Rudy’s Bar-B-Q is perfectly ready for you. 4930 S Loop 289, #300, 797-1777, rudysbbq.com $

THAI PEPPER THAI FOOD RESTAURANT This bustling but small restaurant is a local favorite. Solid traditional Thai offerings like pad thai and chicken larb can be made extra spicy for the adventurous diner.

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SABROSO MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND BAR Traditional Tex-Mex is a staple in West Texas, and Sabroso does not disappoint. You can’t go wrong with a taco special, enchiladas, or the popular breakfast migas, offered at breakfast or brunch.

5812 34th St., 702-8959, sabrosomexicanrestaurant.com $ SKOONERS GRILL & BAR Open since 1998, Skooners simple menu include wings, pressed sandwiches, soup and salad. 1617 University Ave., 749-7625, skoonerslubbock.com $ THE SILVER BULLET This smoky little dive’s main draw is karaoke and billiards, but there are a few appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and other pub grub offerings on the abbreviated menu. 5145 Aberdeen Ave., 7954122, silverbulletlubbock.com $ TABLE 82 Table 82’s cuisine ranges from hearty Italian entrees to high-end steaks to an abundance of

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BUSINESS CONNECTONS THAT ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD!

TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SMALL BUSINESS EXPO MAY 3RD, 2022 8:00AM TO 1:00PM

FRAZIER ALUMNI PAVILION (2680 DRIVE OF CHAMPIONS)

• Join us in celebrating small business in an “Out of this World” theme.

• Attend to expand your business opportunities, network with vendors, learn about small and disadvantaged business programs, and to have fun!

• Great opportunity to build a relationship with potential clients and partners.

• The expo provides business owners with a forum for building strategic partnerships through a mutual exchange of information with business representatives.

• Bring business cards for High-Velocity check in and a chance to win giveaways.