The SCENE Magazine - April 2011 - Back to Front

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THE SCENE APRIL 201156

Featured Live Music

By Rhonda Meredith

"We're on a mission here.This band and these songsaren't just an option for us.It's all we have. We'll neverquit – period." – Saturate

You say the word “Satu-rate” to area music fans andimmediately the responsesgo like this (and in no partic-ular order):

“OMG…Saturate’s music isfreakin’ awesome!”“Theirhair is so cool.” (As if fiveguys have onehead…)“Saturate is thenicest band EVER!”

Since 2005, the alternative rock/metal bandfrom Baytown has endeared themselves tolocal, regional and national fans by puttingout quality music and being genuine and ac-cessible. Their debut CD “Soul Element” wasreleased independently in August 2008, andtheir follow up “The Point Of No Return”(iTunes, CDBaby.com) was released last year.

In the midst of a very busy performanceweek, vocalist Jimmy Miller took some timeout to speak with The SCENE about the latestevents in Saturate’s world.

The band has just wrapped up a videoshoot for the song “Keep Digging” and Millerhad this to say about it, “The concept is in thelyrics. It's very straightforward about the storybeing played, although there are layeredmeanings, the song was meant to paint a pic-ture. We have talked about mid-April releasedate, but we don't want to rush anything so

the MartinezBros (Twiz-ted Twinz)will let usknow whenthey're donewith post-production,and we’ll gofrom there.”

Accordingto Saturate’sofficial Face-book page,it looks likethe bandhas some-thing newand innova-tive in the works “on the road to our thirdrecord.” Miller elaborates, “We were approvedthrough the team at www.kickstarter.com tobegin a fundraiser of sorts where when peo-ple donate different amounts they get moreand more from us in return. In effect, they'reinvesting in us as a band, but specifically tothe creation of our third record...and gettingsome pretty cool incentives for getting in-volved. Like pre-releases of our new music,signed albums and/or acoustic guitars, and alot of other different things we thought peo-ple might like to get a hold of.” (More detailscoming soon.)

- Continued on Page 44

RIGHT NOW - WHAT YOU NEED TOKNOW ABOUT SATURATE

Sheila MarshallSunday, April 3T-BONE TOM’S

Come See My Dead PersonFriday, April 15UNION TAVERN

Infinity’s TwinSaturday, April 16

ZONE 504

SevendustTuesday, April 19

SCOUT BAR


- Crawfish Are Here!!- Fresh Oysters- Fresh Seafood- Gumbos and Bisque- Authentic Cajun Ceviche- Daily Lunch & Drink Specials w w w. f l o y d s s e a f o o d . c o m

20760 Gulf Frwy. • Webster(Garden Ridge parking lot near Hooters • 281-332-7474)

1300 Broadway • Pearland(FM 518 where Fwood & Pland meet • 281-993-8385)

2290 I-10 • Beaumont

PARKING LOT CRAWFISH BASHSAT., APRIL 16 • 11AM-11PM

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281-332-747420760 Gulf Frwy. • Webster(in the Garden Ridge parking lot next to Hooters)

Fresh Seafood, Authentic

Cajun Dishes

2010 Event Photos by Andy Eng


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Loose Notes by Andy EngWe left you last month suggesting easing off the gas pedal, enjoying the now, and linger-

ing longer, but forgot to mention that Patio Season is upon us. Didn't matter ‘cuz on queue,you were all out there. You folks are good!!! :-) Crazy Alan's Swamp Shack has had a busy first

year on the food and musicSCENE. This month, we caught acouple of our new favorite newbands, South Coast and Moon-dog along with the venerableMichael Stevens Band on thenicely lit swamp shack stage – Cameras love good lights! Bakkhus scoredan over-the-top March kicking off Krewes into Kemah with Samone andThe Superstars on the patio for what we call a unique recipe of zydeco,funk and fusion as zippy and spine tingling as the recipes served up byDemetrios’ great team. You might have to wait until next year to catch Sa-mone and The Superstars, but you can always score a great lunch or din-ner at Bakkhus now. Readers have been following our coverage ofMagazine's CD "It Ain't That Bad" and topping it all of on the serene (Cock-eyed) Seagull patio with a fine sounding release party. We wish Justin andAmber well as they explore new developments on the west coast and

welcome Levi Hammer on the kit.


Erik Garza @ Big Ben

Ezra Charles at T-Bone Tom's

Stryper @ Scout Bar

Madigan @ Jackie’sBrickhouse

Magazine @ Cockeyed Seagull

Andy & The Dreamsicles @ Zone 504


Where:2860 GulfFwy. S, Ste. A(I-45 @ FM 646)

When: 4:30 to7:30pmDailyWhat: $2 Dom. Beers, $2 WellDrinks, $2 House Wine, $2 Hot Sake(sm), $3 Cocktail & $4 Martini- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where: 4449NASA Road 1When: M- F 11am - 7pm, & all daySat. What: $2.99House Margaritas- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 1606 Clear Lake City Blvd.When: M-Sat 2pm to 8pmWhat: $5 House Wine, $5House Martinis, $3 Import Beer &$2 Domestic Beer- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 515 E. NASA Rd. 1When: Mon-Wed 11-10pm;Thurs-Sat 11-7pm What: $3.95Ritas, $1.75 Domestic Draft- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Where: 1232W. FM 646 When: M-F 2 to7pm & all Sun.

What: Too much to list!- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 4438 BoulevardWhen: Saturday 7am - 4pm

& All Day SundayWhat: $1.75 Bloody Marys,Screwdrivers & Mimosas.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 20760 Gulf FrwyWhen: M-F 2-6pm What: $3Wells, Ritas & Bloody Marys. $2Tues (all domestic & importbeer); Wino-Weds (all glasses ofwine are $3); - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where:1051 MarinaBay DriveWhen: Mon-Thur 11am-7pm; Fri 11-9pm & Sat-Sun11am-6pmWhat: $2 Domestic Pints, $3Import Pints, $3 Wells- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 113 E. Sealy, AlvinWhen: Everyday 2 to 5pm(closed Sunday)What: All Beer $2, Well & Shelf$4, Premiums $6

SCENE HAPPY HOUR GUIDE

Featured BartenderRIZZO FROM SHERLOCK’S PUB

Rizzo? My name is Mike, butthere are a lot of those. So I goby my last name. It’s easier.

Bartending stats: 3.5 yearsexperience with two of thembeing at Sherlock’s.

Signature drink? Hurricanesand Rum Punches

What do bartenders wishcustomers knew? You catchmore flies with honey! Appreci-ation goes along way.

If you weren’t bartending,your “other” dream jobwould be? Independentlywealthy and own an island!

Celebrity look-a-like?Goldberg the wrestler andJason Statham the actor fromThe Transporter (I looked upboth and, yeah, Rizzo does!)

Right now, what’s in yourcar’s CD player?Dean Mar-tin. Love the crooners, country,heavy metal... Love it all.

Life motto: Have fun becauselife is too short!

LADIES: He’s single! Lookingfor a sweetheart with a brightsmile to catch his eye! Mustlove Elvis!

- Rhonda Meredith

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

Sushi & Hibachi


Where: 101 E. Main Street, LaPorte When: M - F 3 to 6pmWhat: Various special- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 707 Hwy. 146 (Kemah)When: Mon. thru Fri. 5 - 7 pmWhat: Call for details.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Cock-EyedSEAGULL

Where: 1010 B NASA Rd. 1When: Mon-Fri 2-8 pmWhat: $1.50 Dom Drafts, $4.50Dom. Pitchers, $1.75 Dom. Bot-tles; $2.75 Well Drinks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where:2416 BayArea Blvd.When: M-F3-9pm; Sat &Sun 7-9pm; What: $2 Dom drafts & wells,$2.25 select draft & select calls,$7 pitchers- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 315 Grand Ave. When: Mon-Fri 11am-7pmWhat: $2 Dom Draft, $2 Dom Long-necks, $2.75 Wells. (On Mon. &

Wed.: $2 Ritas; On Sun.: $2 WellVodka Drinks (noon to 7pm)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 605 A 6th StreetWhen: M - Fri., 11am to 7pmWhat: $2 Dom Pints, $3 Wells, $4 Wine by glass, $4 Ouzo shots($3 Mimosas & Bloody Marys Sunday)

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Where: 18307 EgretBay Blvd.When/What:Scout has fresh,changing pro-motions. Visit ScoutBar.com tolearn more. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 2110 Bay Area Blvd.When: Mon.- Fri. 11am - 7pmWhat: $1.25 Margaritas

($.99 Margaritas All Day Sat.)($.99 Draft Beer Every Day)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where:1804 W.FM 646When: All Day Sunday, Mondayand Tuesday is Happy Day What:$2 Shots, Wells, Sake & All Beer- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where:2555 BayArea Blvd. When: M-F, 4 to 6:30pmWhat: House Martini $5, DomBeer $2.75, Shiner Bock $3.25;

House Chardonnay, Cabernet,Merlot, White Zinfandel $4; WellCocktails $4- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where: 2233E. BayshoreDrive When:Mon.- Fri.;4pm -7pmWhat: 1$ Draft, $3.50 Wells, $2Dom Longneck, $2.50 Frozen Marg.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where: 504 Kipp Ave. (Kemah)What/When: Mon: $3 wells all night(+ Karaoke), Tues: $2 and $3 pints;Wed: $2 &$3 bottles;Thurs: $3U-Call-Its;Fri. & Sat.$3 shot special. Sunday $2 BloodyMarys, Mimosas and $2 pints. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Where: 3202Marina Bay Dr.When: M-F:3pm -7pmWhat: $2 16ozDom Drafts, $2 Dom. Bottles, $2 Wells, $3House Wine- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 15210 Highway 3, Suite105 When: 4 to 7pm What:$3wells; $3 M.Lite, Bud Lite; $5 Cosmo$5 House Red or White Wine- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where 1026 FM2094 (in Clear Lake

Shores) When: All Day, EveryDay What: $2.75 Domestics,$3.50 Imports- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where 20801 Gulf Freeway (Webster)

When: 11am-7pm EVERYDAY!What: $1.25 Dom & $2.50 ImportDrafts; $3 Wells; $3.50 House Wine;$3 Mini Marys & $3 Mini Margaritas - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Where: 805 Harris (Kemah)When: M-F 4pm-8pmWhat: $2 Domestic Draft

$3 Import Drafts & Wells$4 Margaritas & Wine

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Where: 550 FM 1959 Dixie Farm Rd. When: E Daily until 7pmWhat: $2 Dom Longnecks, $1.75Dom Draft, $2.75 Import Long-necks, $3 Wells, $2 Well Schnapps- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Mexican Restaurant

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JAPANESE SAKE BAR

Skippers

All information in the SCENE Happy Hour Guide is believed to be true and accurate as of press time. But prices and special are subject to change.

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WELL!Because we (The SCENE) believe they are royalty.




LOOSE NOTES: Continued from Page 54A self proclaimed John Bonham freak with a mix of funk blends

well with Marty and J.D. -- It's pretty darn good!!! Thanks to theSeagull staff for the great bucket deals and to Joey for grilling upthe angusbeef!

Back in theLighthouseDistrict, Zone504 hostedthe entireAndy & TheDreamsiclesturnout onthe patio, andwe're happyto report firsthand that while winter might have been rough on the Oleanders,the ever hardy Dreamsicle followers are in fine form for anotherseason that starts now... Drum roll please... T-Bone Tom's music

patio is back in mezzoforte form and so areall of you fine fanciersof the patio life.

This month, wecaught O.G.R.E., WhatIs Hip, Wood & Windand Ezra Charles host-ing the massively suc-

cessful annual Krewes into Kemah post-parade Mardi Pardi. Verywell done! And with that, we certify T-Bone's patio season good togo on the live music SCENE! Come on out to the patio and recon-nect!

NEW DIMENSION: We're always keen on following changesto area bands. We all agree, when it works, it's refreshing. The Bo-dacious Tatas scoredjust that when wedropped in to catchthis ever-fun bunch atthe Cock-Eyed Seag-ull. Joining Chris,Holly and Sal wasJames Bastida on thekit and Sherrie Sarno-Bolen on the pipes.


What is Hip @ T-bone Tom’s

Andy & the Dreamcycles@ Zone 504

South Coast @ T-bone Tom’s

Ezra Charles @ T-bone Tom’s

<< Zydeco Joe @ Jackie’sBrickhouse

<< ^^ Ezra Charles @T-bone Tom’s


281-335-5400

FRI......4/1 ............WHISKEY TANGOSAT ....4/2..............GREG WOPPLERFRI......4/8 ..................HOURGLASSSAT ....4/9 ........THE TAILDRAGGERSFRI......4/15 ..................MAGAZINESAT ....4/16 ........GUACAMOLE GODSFRI......4/22............GREG WOPPLERSAT ....4/23 ......THE EDGE OF TEXASFRI......4/29 ..................INSIDE OUTSAT ....4/30 ........MICHAEL STEVENSMON....5/4........BLEED THE MACHINEFRI......5/6 ............THE MOONDOGSSAT ....5/7 ....GRIZZLY & LAST CIGARETTE

MON. Original band night w/ RickTUES: $1.50 Wells All Day &All NightWED & SUN: Cliff’s KaraokeTHURS: Open Mic Night (musicians get happy hour pricing)+ FREE Bowling w/ ChristinaFRI: $3.50 Crowns / ChristinaSUNDAYS Mimosas w/AmandaCRAWFISH EVERY WEEKENDw/Stephen & Norma (when possible)

APRIL 8:60’s Dress Up Party.

1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners.Starts @ 11pm

HAPPY HOUR $1.75 DOMESTICSMON-FRI 12-8 PM

1010B E. NASA Parkway @ Egret Bay Blvd.

$10 BUCKETS: MON, WED, SUN

Behind the unassuming facade of a shopping center lies a beautiful gem ofa wine and cocktail lounge. Enjoy fine wine, martinis & cocktails to com-plement your hors d’oeuvres. Discover good conversation, read a book, ortap into the free wi-fi in a cozy atmosphere featuring soft jazzy tunes. Alle-gria also has an Off-Premise License, so we can come to you for wine and

cheese tastings, parties, corporate events and catering.

Visit Allegria Wine Bar on Facebook | www.allegriawinebar.com

15210 Hwy 3 at Barringer Ln. (Webster) | 281.218.8585

Email [email protected] to receive our newsletter

Monday ........4-10pmTues. - Fri. 4pm-12amSaturday..........4-1amSunday ..................Closedexcept for special events, par-

ties and meetings

Hours of OperationBOOK YOUR ENGAGEMENT

PARTIES, SHOWERS, & BIRTHDAYS

AT ALLEGRIA!


Berry CrushMartini: BlueBerry StoliVodka withBerry FusionSchnapps

and PineappleJuice.

White Choco-late Martini: Go-

diva WhiteChocolate Liqueur,

Kahlua and PinnacleWhipped Vodka.

Lemon Drop: TuacaItalian Liqueur, freshsqueezed lemon juice,dash of sugar, garnish

sugar rim.

We Love Martinis!Check out more at www.SCENElive.net

the scene’s martini madness

These martinis were prepared at:

ZONE 504 SPORTS BAR504 Kipp Ave. • Kemah

550 FM 1959 Dixie Farm RdHouston (77034) • 281-481-2552

MON ..................$12 Domestic Buckets & $5 pitchersTUES ............................Bike Night, $2 Well Schnapps

$2 Domestic Longnecks; $1 Margaritas; $4 BombsWED..........................Ladies Night with Drink specialsTHURS ........................................................$4 BombsFRI ........................................Bartender Shot SpecialsSAT..................................................$2 Well SchnappsSUN ......Crawfish Boil! All-Day Specials: $1.50 Bloody

Marys & Screwdrivers; $2 Dom Longnecks

Wednesday ........................AcousticThursday ....................Mystery DartsFriday..................................KaraokeSaturday..........................Live Music

HAPPY HOUR! DAILY ’TIL 7PM $2 Dom Longnecks • $1.75 Dom Draft • $3 Wells$2.75 Import Longnecks • $2 Well Schnapps

Located between Highway 3 and I-45, just down from Ellington Field.

FREE Hold’em

Poker

LIVE MUSIC LINE UP:APRIL 2 ................AUDIO BYTES BANDAPRIL 9 ........DADDYLONGNECKS BANDAPRIL 16 ..................................TBDAPRIL 23 ..........WHISKEY TANGO BANDAPRIL 30 ..................................TBDMAY 7 ............................“007” BAND

These drinks have been taste-tested and approved!

~ Betsey Ennis, SCENE Editor


By Sue Mayfield Geiger

With an English teaching and construction background, howdoes a gal from Crossett, Arkansas end up owning a wine bar inClear Lake? Withvision and hardwork, saysSuzanne Street-man, who hasbeen serving upquality wine andpremium drinksalong with a de-lectable bar foodmenu since 2008.

Yet the most im-pressive thingabout Allegria Wine& Cocktail Lounge is the atmosphere — but don’t let the strip cen-ter facade fool you. Rich terra cotta walls, cozy corner nooks, sofasand an assortment of dining tables and chairs — akin to your bestfriend’s living room — the dim lighting, carpeted floors and lowsound-blocked ceilings are a far cry from today’s polished concreteand exposed duct work that produce a high noise level. The goodsounds you will hear at Allegria are when CindyThomas is at the keyboard or Ronnie Stallworthis making magic on his saxophones. Bistro tablesare available in front of the entrance where evenFido is welcome (pet-friendly outside).

Streetman’s vision was not spontaneous. Sheloved to cook and entertain, but was not cer-tain what to do with those talents. After achance outing to a popular wine bar in Hous-ton a few years ago, she thought, “this is it.”But it didn’t stop there. Streetman visited a mul-titude of wine bars and studied every aspect ofdecor, design, noise level, ambiance, menus,and wine selections. “I had been developingan education in wine over the years through

my many trav-els,” says Street-man who alsotook wineclasses be-tween trips toBordeaux, Tus-cany, Napaand other wine-growing regions across the globe.

“Every week, I do wine tastings with my wine reps,” saysStreetman, who even gets visits from wine makers. Saying sheis not “Napa-heavy,” she keeps about 60 wines in stock —from international to organic to kosher. Premium liquors avail-able at Allegria are the basics: scotch, rum, gin, bourbon,vodka, tequila; also cognac, port and Irish Creme. Specialtymartinis include: dark chocolate, French vanilla and the Alle-gria 357 (their version of the Cosmo) and a killer Negroni

(Campari, sweet vermouth and gin).

Allegria offers a wine tasting class every Tuesday evening(please RSVP). The classes are always different and the wine tipseducational (what wine goes best with bar-b-que — or evencrawfish). The cost is $20. Smoked salmon pate is on the foodmenu these days along with Italian flatbread pizza (order the

“skinny” version ifyou are countingcalories), cheese andantipasto platters.Saying that shechanges the appetiz-ers around often,Streetman will soonbe offering a cru-dites plate with acreamy tarragon dip.

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Allegria Wine &Cocktail Lounge

The Film Noir of Wine Bars

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The plan was to stayfor a set and ended uphanging all night. Getthe gist? Put theseguys to the top of yourwatch list this year, weknow you'll like it!Speaking of watch lists,we're delighted withthe return of Melissaand Madigan. (Wecaught them at Jackie'sBrickhouse, one of thefew venues aroundlarge enough) after herwinter visits to thevocal spa for a tip topstay-for-the-last-song

outings. Folks, you need to stayin shape to keep up, and there'sno better way than shaking it upwith Madigan. Maestro David's

on the Ibanez never ceases to amaze and the Michael and Toddduo provide one of the best foundations going. By the way, theygot one of the best local traveling light and sound teams going too.

Continuing the theme of “good things on the SCENE” is anevening of dancing at Amadeus with Claudio Sereni on stage. A dif-ferent spectrum of music. Good times with good company? Why,of course! Speaking of....

SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY: The last weekend in Marchbrought the Kemah Pan Jam. Listeners received a much-wel-comed measure of attitude and perspective fine tuning fromProphet Jerry Diaz and Hannah's Reef.Thank You, gentlemen!

On the steel drum front, we caughtThe Tall & Short of It, San Jacinto Col-lege, Lone Star College, and the Univer-sity of Houston's steel drum bands alongwith Headliners Mustafa Alexander andFreddy Harris III.

LOOSE NOTES: Continued from Page 51


Erik Garza & David Wolfe @ Big Ben’

Spazmatics @Scout Bar

Stryper @ Scout Bar

Andy & The Dreamsicles @ Zone 504

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Madigan @ Jackie'sBrickhouse

Claudio @ Amadeus


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arrangementsthis year werevery uniquewith themelodies tak-ing on abroader musicgenres.Cheers to theU.H. Pantago-nists playersfor getting carried awayand getting the crowd'sgroove on! Nice job! Onething new this year wasthe dog show which wascool in itself! We alsocaught a bunch of littlepeople whooping it upover at the amusements.

PSA: Patio season is the kick off for festival season, and we'llbe out there. Keep a copy of The SCENE Magazine handy orcheck out SCENELIVE.NET for a run down of the good thingshappening in our area. One regional event of mention is theMean Gene Kelton Music Fest April 10th. Proceeds benefitTexas Equusearch, Harley's Angels, Houston Blues Museumand St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital in Memphis. Did youget your copy of Gene’s book, “Gigs from Hell?” Score yourselfa copy on Amazon!

CATCHING A WAVE: TOUR STOP CLEAR LAKE: Wecaught up with members of the Dickinson Deadly Thrashers(DDT) surf traveling team the other night getting the run downon a possible “where are they now” article. Some adventure

would be re-quired so whilepondering thelogistics, we fol-lowed upRhonda'sSCENE music re-view catchingStryper at theScout Bar onthe opening legof their interna-tional tour. Weheard that nightperhaps one ofthe best mixedlarge live shows

of the year: Powerful, clear and crisp was the sound having usthink back to the wall of sound days when we last heard livesound so big. Even bigger was the moment taken by all at the

Scout Bar to wish Japan well. You could have heard a pin drop– and for the Scout Bar, it was deafening for which.

MADE IN JAPAN: It’s where my new 14-70mm lens camefrom. It's a wide angle and with it, we embark this year to bet-ter catch more of you out on the SCENE. In the mean time,we're still working on making available many of the photosfrom years past and with over 10,000 images online. Prettycool, eh? You can find them at: http://andyeng.zenfolio.comEnjoy!!!

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Stryper @ Scout Bar

Pan Jam Festival


Saturate: Continued From Page 56And about that third album, Miller says, “I think everyone

that knows our first two records has realized that our sound isall over the map sometimes, so we definitely want to reassurethe fans that this new record carries that on in breaking newsonic ground for us as a band. And, compared to what we’vedone before, I think we would all agree that this time, it’s per-sonal. Much more personal to us than anything we’ve done.It’s also the first time that the full band (all five members) is par-ticipating in the creation of every song on the disc, and it’s alsolooking to be our first under 10 tracks. The songs we do haveus all really excited about the album, and we’ve started tobring them into the live shows.”

Miller says there is nothing official as far as who Saturate maybe touring with this summer (at least at press time), but it lookslike they will be “hitting the road” in late June.

Last, but not least,Miller thanks everyonewho supports Saturateby spreading themusic, coming to theshows, and communi-cating with the bandmembers on their so-cial sites.

The members of Sat-urate are Miller, Mike Mexas (guitar), Doyle Hingle (drums),Hector Porras (bass), and Jojo Puente (keyboards.) Support theband by becoming a fan on Facebook (SaturateMusic). Theirwebsite www.saturatemusic.com will direct you to their ReverbNation page. For booking or more information, you can emailthe band at [email protected].

By Rhonda Meredith

So maybe the title isn’t exactly all that cre-ative, but it is one of the better descriptivewords I can use for one of Texas’ biggestbands.

They were at Katie’s Bar in Bacliff lastmonth and of course it was standing roomonly. If you haven’t seen the trio, you maywant to keep an eye out for their gigschedule and catch them before they goback to tour Europe – for the fifth time.

The Mighty Orq is a rock band in ageneric sense. Their real sound is foundwithin the nuances of their original songs…A little bluesy, sometimes melodic, a South-ern tone and mostly seductive guitar riffs.The band sounds so good. I really didn’twant them to stop playing even though Idid understand the need to down theobligatory free shot of liquor!

Bassist Terry Glen Dry saluted Katie’s Barby offering thanks for the ability to smokeinside. The crowd loved it. Drummer MattJohnson was situated at the back of thestage. He may have been a bit harder to see, but his ability to playwas easy to notice. Rounding out the trio is guitarist and lead vo-calist Mighty Orq. You know I had to ask Mighty Orq why he wascalled that. I told him inquiring minds wanted to know…

Here is what he said, “It’s partly it's because I've been called 'Orq'for almost 20 years as a grade school nickname. Partly it's mys-tique to tantalize inquiring minds.” (Wink.) “The 'Mighty' cameabout when I played in the Tony Vega Band. Tony started intro-ducing me as 'The Mighty' Orq, and I thought it sounded cool.”

It does sound cool, but it’s on my bucket list to get his real name.(Yes, I am stubborn like that.)

Another unique item to note is The Mighty Orq’s band logo. The

logo has a buzzard that looks like it hasbeen around the block a few times, butcame out victorious with a (bad to the)bone in its mouth. Once again, we turn toMighty Orq and ask about the buzzard’ssignificance.

“We came up with the buzzard logo ashomage to our Texas roots. It's maybe a lit-tle bit ZZ Top a la the "Tejas" era and a littlebit Willie Nelson a la always. He's namedDon Condor. It's a combination of the'Don' from Don Julio Tequila and 'Condor'as a bit of irony. He's a scruffy fella and notmuch of a condor.”

The Mighty Orq is a busy group. Theyperform over 200 shows a year. In 2003,Orq released a solo/acoustic album “PrayerBook.” And the band has released a live CD(“Ghost Train” in 2004) and two studio CD’s(“Milk Money” in 2005 and “To The Bone”in 2008.)

So, what's up for the band in 2011?Glad you asked because here is MightyOrq’s answer:

“2011 is gonna be a busy year for us. We'll be heading back toEurope for our fifth tour there. Last year we recorded a live albumin Germany, and it will be released on the German label Pepper-cake Records who also released our last album. Additionally, we'llbe recording a new studio album this year, and hope to have itout by late 2011 or early 2012. Matt and I have been playing to-gether for the last eight-and-a-half years and now with Terry in thebass chair (since Fall 2010), we feel a renewed sense of excitementabout being on the road and going into the studio.”

Sounds good to me! You can check out The Mighty Orq atwww.mightyorq.com, on Facebook, on Reverb Nation or live inconcert at Katie’s in Bacliff on Saturday, April 16.

The Mighty Orq Is…Well, Mighty…

By Rhonda Meredith

You know how sometimes life isfull of surprises? Good ones. Well,this is one of those good sur-prises. For the past couple ofyears, Chris Hardy is the man be-hind the gas mask in the ClearLake bands ERASEtheVIRUS and ADigital Death. In fact, both bandshave been covered in The SCENEMagazine... Just recently Hardyannounced he was leavingA.D.D. to pursue a solo career. Re-ally? But A.D.D. just signed arecord deal? Solo? I didn’t knowhe sang. So many questions thatneeded to be answered andHardy was happy to oblige. This iscool. Keep reading.

Hardy was always hamming itup as a kid. He is a little more re-served now, but not much – youknow it’s the quiet ones you haveto watch right? Growing up, hewould play the air guitar or grab atennis racket for make believe musicand even used a flashlight for a microphone. (There have got to bephotos of that somewhere.) “I always knew I wanted to play theguitar,” he says with a smile. So at 14 years old, Hardy taught him-self how to play on an Ibanez guitar. He played every day and wasexposed to various styles during the ten years he worked at GuitarCenter. Hardy will tell you he has an appreciation for all styles ofmusic. “They make me into the musician I am now,” he states.

Eventually, he had a four-year stint with a popular local band.They broke up, became a new band and then the opportunitycame up to be signed to a record label. But instead of signing, hetakes a leap of faith and amicably leaves the band to pursue a solocareer. Ok. Wait, what?

Hardy became “the man who sold his rock and roll to finallyhave a soul.”

“I have taken many long roads to find myself back where Istarted. With an acoustic guitar in one hand and microphone inthe other,” Hardy says. “I am now following my heart.”

He started to sing about a year and a half ago. Friends started totake notice. They provided enough support for Hardy to push him-self, and he began playing open mic nights here and there whilegaining the confidence he needed.

His heart led him to follow his gifts and talents. Hardy justrecorded a 13 track CD with Mike BBQ at Big Door Studios in Web-ster last month. He actually recorded 15 tracks in one day! Live inthe studio with virtually no retakes. These tracks are simply amazingand Hardy is way past talented on the guitar. He is phenomenal.

The CD will be released in lateApril or May and is titled “WineStains.” It’s a unique title and verypersonal to Hardy who is a wineexpert. It’s not only his job, but an-other passion. His life memories areinter-twined with wine.

Some of the songs on the CDwere written seven years ago andsome were written just a monthago. The lyrics are a good mix oflove and life. All sung with abreathy deep voice that shineswith emotion as he holds thenotes. It’s heart wrenching whenhe sings about love that has gonewrong.

The music is beautiful, masterfuland intricate. The guitar is as fluidas a piano! Hardy’s innovativearrangements and narrativemelodic lines will have him earnthe recognition as one of this area’smost prolific singer/songwriters. Iam serious.

The song names are so interesting too. “Dreams, Creatures andMirrors,” “Wine Stains (So do you),” The Last Night Stand,” “There &Black Again,” “Rainbow Blues,” “Nostalgia,” “We’re All Thumbs,”“Upside of Backwards,” “Final Picture,” “Shower Song,” “Tacoma,”“Witch Me” and “Lullabye-bye.”

Interesting notes: In “Shower Song,” we actually hear a showerrunning in the beginning and the end. It’s a short fun song that’sabout being your own rock star. “Witch Me” has sensual lyrics andis probably my favorite (not because of the lyrics! Well, maybe!)Hardy sings “I can be gentle or I can be sinful, ‘witch’ me do youwant tonight?” “Lullabye-bye” is an all-instrumental dream se-quence. And in “Tacoma,” Hardy personifies his guitar. “She” is likethe girl that never left and stuck with him in the hard times. It’s oneof his oldest songs on the CD.

Hardy says he chose these songs on his first solo album to “pur-sue a beautiful, more positive side of life and attract that karmaback.”

So Chris Hardy has evolved into Chris J. Hardy now. It’s going tobe satisfying to be present in the beginning and watch Hardy gainmore attention as an artist. It’s well deserved and as he so elo-quently says, “There seems to be no stopping the power andbeauty that has finally and triumphantly been revealed.”

Check out www.reverbnation.com/chrisjhardy to hear thesongs, bonus tracks, as well as booking information. At press time,Hardy has jumped from #86 to #10 in the Folk chart for Houstonin just a few weeks. Go see why…

CHRIS J. HARDY: The Man Who SoldHis Rock and Roll To Have A Soul



By Adam Donaghey

Originally conceived as a small pizza pub, Jackie'sBrickhouse opened shop in the same building as HeadsN' Tails. When Heads N' Tails decided to close its doors,the Brickhouse took the plunge and acquired the entirebuilding. Though a risky move, in just seven monthsJackie's Brickhouse has revamped the entire property,creating a full service restaurant, sports bar and enter-tainment facility, with nightly live music, a variety of pubgames and a fun, family-friendly environment.

"I am so proud of my staff," proclaimed local ownerJackie Powell. "Not only have we become a team, butwe are more of a family here. Most of them call memama."

A true cinderella story, Jackie's Brickhouse has over-come many pitfalls in its quest to become what it istoday. In order to bring the restaurant up to health codethe kitchen needed serious work, and there was difficulty ob-taining a liquor license; but with the support of the communityand its loyal staff, the Brickhouse maintained an optimistic atti-tude and overcame all of its obstacles. Now the crowds of peo-ple grow larger every day, proving that the Brickhouse is not

only thenew restau-rant on theblock, but aKemah in-stitution fo-cused onconstantimprove-ment inorder toguaranteecustomer

satisfaction.

The menu at the Brickhouse offers a mixture of Americanstyle pub grub, seafood, pastas, steaks and burgers. With lotsto choose from, the Brickhouse is a safe bet to please everyonein your party – picky eaters and children included. Daily lunchspecials with a focus on filling, hot meals including pork chops,pot roast and fried catfish, fulfill the heartiest appetite.

For dinner, pastas and burgers have been a hit with selec-tions like the New Orleans Pasta (fettuccini tossed with shrimp,crawfish, andouille sausage, topped with a creamy Cajunsauce) and the Southwest Burger (topped with a fried egg,white cheddar, bacon and avocado salsa verde).

The Brickhouse daily specials are a popular treat for thehappy hour crowd. Everyday drink specials from 11 a.m. to 7p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekends, offer $2 do-mestic drafts and $3 import drafts and wells.

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JACKIE'S BRICKHOUSE:

BAR, GRILL & GAMES FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Allegria Wine & Cocktail LoungeContinued from Page 48

With a clientele base that includes vegans and those allergicto gluten, she aims to accommodate all dietary needs.

Wednesday and Saturday are Bistro nights (reservationsonly) with a chalkboard fare (maybe osso buco or a Frenchcassoulet). Private parties by appointment, luncheons,bridal/baby showers, corporate events, murder mystery winedinners — even crawfish boils are held at Allegria. Friday isBYO steak night (or chicken, etc.). You grill; Streetman providesthe side dishes. She also does catering.

With her customer base ranging in age from their late 20sto 70s, Streetman is happy that wine bars are a growingtrend. Sports bars have their niche but seemingly wine enthu-siasts are establishing their own clique that is spreading rap-

idly. With house music by the likes of Sinatra and a retro am-biance straight out of the 1950s and ’60s, the only thing miss-ing is the smoke (permitted outside only).

Allegria (Spanish and Italian for “happiness”) consumes mostof Streetman’s time, but this fall, she is self-prescribing her owndose of happiness when she takes off for a long overdue tripto Paris. She will rise before the crack of dawn to peruse LesHalles de Paris, the traditional French marketplace where shewill devour delicate pastries, drink strong coffee laced with co-gnac, buy fresh herbs and wave to the fish mongers. Whatcould top that? Spain, she says. “That’s next on my list.”

Put some happiness in your life and drop by for a glass of vino,have a beer or cocktail of your choice. Once inside you may justwant to order a classic gin martini as you soak up the retro vibeand feel the magic of Allegria. Here’s looking at you, kid.

Jackie's Brickhouse owner Jackie Powell

Ezra Charles performing atJackie's Brickhouse


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Sundays is all about the wings, with 35-centwings, $5.50 domestic pitchers and $2 BloodyMarys; Monday happy hour is all day plus $12 do-mestic buckets, $15 import buckets and $1 sliders;Tuesday features $5 select appetizers; Bucket &Bones specials on Wednesdays feature a bucket ofdomestic beer and your choice of ribs or wingsfor $15.50, $2 fish tacos and $2 24- ounceTecates; Thursday is Big Ass Beer Night, $1 slidersand crawfish for $2.99 a pound; Friday happy hour is until 9 p.m.; and Saturday fea-tures 50-cent raw oysters.

With a seating capacity of roughly 530, it's no wonder there's no shortage of activi-ties at the Brickhouse. Nightly live music features acoustic tunes on Mondays, karaokeon Tuesdays, open mic on Wednesdays, live bands Thursday, Friday and Saturdaynights and palapa music all day Saturday and Sunday. With a variety of live music forall ages, the whole family can join in on the fun. Some of the acts slated for April in-clude Hamilton Loomis, the Mambo Jazz Kings, Madigan, Randy Marshall and KAOS.

Head into the back gaming room for pool tournaments every Wednesday, TexasHold'em Sundays and Mondays, shuffle board, dart boards, foosball, Golden Tee andvideo games. On the back patio, sip tropical drinks under the palapa or enjoy Corn-hole and Bocce Ball!

More than two-dozen flat screens are scattered throughout the facility, broadcastingall the major sporting events; plus a large projection screen in the new addition, en-abling a quieter live music experience. The addition is also available to book privateparties, and look out for a VIP balcony coming soon. When you host your event, besure to purchase a faux brick and personalize it. The Brickhouse will mount it on thewall with other personalized bricks from patrons, special guests and celebrities.

Other events you'll find at the Brickhouse include bike rallies, autograph signings,model searches, and golf cart runs like the upcoming Golf Carts of Texas 3rd AnnualPoker Run on April 30 (details at golfcartsoftexas.com). If you're worried about park-ing, never fear, valet parking is here!

The high energy and enthusiasm of the staff at Jackie's Brickhouse will ensure aworthwhile experience for every occasion. With so many different events and activi-ties, you'll want to keep coming back. For a full menu, event calendar and details onall their specials, visit the Brickhouse on the web at jackiesbrickhouse.com.

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Kemah Crawfish Festival: Cont. from Page 30

Enjoy special vendors and displays of pirate and nautical waresin the company of John Lafitte, Blackbeard, Calico Jack Rackham,Henry Morgan, and Bartholomew Roberts.

Kemah Ghost Tours Presents Marie Laveau’s VoodooGarden: Explore the mysterious world of Voodoo with history’smost celebrated practitioner in an exciting and haunting displaywith craft vendors, palm readers, fortune tellers, and more.

Festival Vendors: The festival will feature rows of vendorswith the best of arts, crafts, gifts and more from Kemah andaround the country.

Food Vendors: Besides crawfish there will be great tastingCajun dishes, seafood, and traditional festival food.

Children’s Area: Attendees with children will enjoy how busythis area will keep their kids and having fun. There will also begames for all ages such as the Rock Climbing Wall and MonsterWater Balls.

Concert Stage: Enjoy regional Zy-deco, Country and Classic Rock bands.

The Greek Festival Stage: TheClear Lake Greek Festival – an area insti-tution for 18 years – will provide tradi-tional dance and novelty actsembracing the cultures that havehelped shape the entertainment of theTexas/Louisiana Gulf Coast.

SPECIAL EVENT STAGE:

Gulf Greyhound Park PresentsThe Crawfish Races: John Paul Faour(the voice of Gulf Greyhound Park) willannounce the races. Park officials willoversee the weigh-ins and make surethe Texas State and International rulesof crawfish racing are followed.

Crawfish Eating Contest: Contest-ants compete for the championshipover the three days of the event. The fi-nals will be held on Sunday, with theCrowning of the Kemah CrawfishChampion to follow. It ain't just aboutthe eating; you have to get to the meatbefore you start to eat. The crawfishwill be weighed before and after; thecontestant with the most weight eatenin the allotted time will win. If youwant to be really fast, you don't haveto peel ‘em – but we recommend youdo.

Volunteer for the KemahCrawfish Festival: Volunteers enjoya great time working on a fun eventwith dedicated people and learningabout production of a major festival. Ifyou are interested in volunteering con-tact: [email protected] .

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Weekends on the WaterA Special Guide To CLEAR LAKE & GALVESTON

The SCENE is the official guide to the Clear Lake, Bay Area and Galveston EntertainmentDistricts. Look for our special Convention & Visitors Bureau racks in hotels and visitors centers.

About the Clear Lake/Bay Area:Located midway between the skyscrapers ofHouston and thebeaches of Galve-ston, the NASA,Clear Lake/BayArea is a uniquearea featuring thehome of mannedspace flight andthe third largestboating market in the nation. Although bigcity excitement and island beaches are eachjust minutes away, the Clear Lake/Bay Areahas been described as the “Jewel of Houston”and is full of attractions of its own.

Boating activities and water recreation pro-vide hours of fun and relaxation in the pres-ence of the water's natural beauty.

Surrounded by water, the land is fertile andoffers lush foliage including many evergreentrees and plants.

In addition to the area’s natural beauty,technology and history are woven togetherat the Johnson Space Center, where our na-tion's astronauts are trained and eachmanned space flight is monitored. The facilityoffers an official visitors center, better knownas Space Center Houston. This area is alsohome to a surprisingly high number of qual-ity restaurants, bars, clubs and pubs – includ-ing many overlooking the water andaccessible via boat. Clear Lake is also a livemusic lover’s paradise with more than 40venus offering live performances on a regularbasis. The Clear Lake/Bay Area is also gearedtoward families with a number of amusementparks, game facilities and family festivals.

www.WeekendsontheWater.comCCHHEECCKK OOUUTT OOUURR NNEEWW OONNLLIINNEE && MMOOBBIILLEE GGUUIIDDEE!!

The SCENE Magazine recently launcheda new mobile and online guide to theClear Lake, Galveston Bay and GalvestonIsland entertainment districts. Located atwww.weekendsonthewater.com, the newguide compliments the print edition ofThe SCENE with content and guides ondining, nightlife, cultural arts, events,attractions, lodging and more.

This new site is part of a new cam-paign aimed at promoting the communi-ties along Clear Lake and Galveston Bayas a tourist destination.

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8. GULF GREYHOUND PARK1000 FM 2004..............409-986-9500

10. ELLINGTON FIELD510 Ellington Field ........713-847-4200

11. SAN JACINTO MONUMENTOne Monument Circle ......281-479-2421

12. NOLAN RYAN CENTER Texas 35 and Mustang ....281-388-1134

14. HAAK VINEYARDS & WINERY6310 Avenue T. ............409-925-1401

15. SOUTH SHORE HARBOUR2500 South Shore Blvd.....281-334-1000

16. BIG LEAGUE DREAMS1150 Big League Dreams...281-316-3400

5. CLEAR LAKE REC. AREASMultiple locations around Clear Lake

9. PUTT PUTT FUNHOUSE806 NASA Parkway ......281-333-0579

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Featured Attractions1. Space Center HoustonVisit Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor center of NASA's Johnson Space Center. Ap-plaud the accomplishments of NASA and the American manned space flight program at Space

Center Houston. You will relive the past achievements of thespace program and witness today's history in the making. Every-thing you see in the facility is realistic. Space Center Houston'screators kept in close contact with NASA to ensure the most ac-curate experience. Each attraction is self-guided so you canspend as much time, or as little time, in each areas as desired.Most guests spend four to six hours in the Center.

Winter Operating Hours: 10am-5pm (Weekdays); 10am-6pm (Weekends)

Discount Tickets: Discount Space Center Houston ticketsavailable at Bay Area Houston Visitors Center. 281-474-9700.

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29. THE STRAND HISTORIC DISTRICT Downtown Galveston713- 629-3700

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The Kemah Crawfish Festival showcases the sights, themusic, great tastes, and above all, the fun that is Kemah,the Gateway to the Bay. The three-day festival takes placeunder the iconic Kemah Bridge, truly welcoming all intothe city. In addition to serving hot, fresh crawfish at $2 apound throughout the festival, Kemah will also offer tastyCajun dishes and classic festival fare. The area’s hottest Zy-deco, Classic Rock, and Country bands provide the infec-tious rhythms where the bayou meets the bay. The boatlaunch will be transformed into The Pirate’s Cove withcostumed performers and activities. Marie Laveau willbring Voodoo magic and mystery. Crawfish races, craw-fish eating contests, and more will continue throughoutthe event. Performers will mingle with vendors of gifts,arts and crafts. A children’s area will provide plenty of ac-tivities and fun for kids. All of Kemah will join in present-ing their city, their food, their music, and all that makeslife here so special. The Kemah Crawfish Festival takes thefriendly, relaxed fun and community feel of a small town fairand, like the City of Kemah, serves it up big.

$2-A-Pound Crawfish: The festival is bringing in the bestfarm-raised crawfish the state of Louisiana has to offer at agreat price when the season is really getting underway andthe craving for crawfish is at its peak. The crawfish will be han-dled by James Wimberley, the Cajun King of Cookers. Jameswas born and raised in southwest Louisiana in the heart ofCajun country, and has been farming and cooking crawfishand Cajun food for more than 35 years. Legend has it, hecaught his first crawfish when he was only 3. From that auspi-cious beginning, he has grown to farming his own fresh craw-fish on 2,000 acres in Eunice, Louisiana. Creating his ownspicing secrets, he is in high demand as a crawfish boileracross the Gulf Coast. The secret of his spices and methods arehotly pursued by many, but never duplicated. James is one ofthe top boilers at Festival International in Lafayette, festivals

from Texas to Alabama, and has catered at the Louisiana Gov-ernor’s Mansion.

The Site: The Kemah Bridge is one of the best known land-marks of the Bay Area, where Clear Lake meets Galveston Bay.A large, level, paved area that serves the public boat ramp pro-vides a natural site for festivals. The bridge provides a strikingbackdrop as well as shade for patrons. The area will be deco-rated with nets, crab traps, boats, hawser and other nauticalelements.

Accommodations: Kemah hotels have offered specialrates to guests attending the Kemah Crawfish Festival. Visitwww.kemahcrawfishfestival.com for more information.

Attractions: Pirate’s Cove: The public boat ramp will betransformed into a smugglers’ landing, the rousing haunt offreebooters of a bygone age who found hidden coves on theTexas coast.


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1. Allegria Wine & Cocktail Lounge......................15210 Hwy 32. Amadeus Italian Restaurant ............700 Kipp Ave. (Kemah)3. Bakkhus Taverna Greek....................605 6th Street (Kemah)4. Barbed Rose ......................113 East Sealy Street (Alvin)5. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ................19431 Gatebrook Dr.6. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ............2660 Marina Bay Drive7. Big Ben....................................................20237 Gulf Freeway8. Boondoggles ........................................4106 NASA Parkway9. Buck’s Bar ........................................18301 B Egret Bay Blvd10. Cabo ................................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook)11. Cafe Under The Oaks ..............615 E Main Street (FM 518)12. Cellar Wine Bar ..........................1606 Clear Lake City Blvd.13. Classic Cafe ..........................................2511 Nasa Parkway14. Chitsuru Sushi & Hibachi ......2860 Gulf Freeway S, Ste. A15. Club Pure ..............................229 E NASA Rd. 1 (Webster)16. Cock-Eyed Seagull ..........................1010B E. Nasa Road 117. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ..........................309 4th Street18. Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille ................11500 Space Center19. Dempsey’s Sports Pub........................3612 W. Main Street20. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..............2111 FM 51721. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake........................2110 Bay Area Blvd.22. Don Pico’s - Pearland ..................9811 Broadway (FM518)23. D’Vine Wine - Kemah ..........................................709 Harris24. D’Vine Wine - Galveston ................2301 Strand, Suite 101 25. Escape Sports Bar ..........................................4200 FM 517

26. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House....................20760 Gulf Frwy27. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ....................1300 Broadway28. Fox and Hound ....................................12802 Gulf Freeway29. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ..........................4449 NASA Rd. 130. Green Parrot ................22323 Bayshore Dr. (San Leon)31. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ................1232 W. FM 64632. Jackie’s Brickhouse ......1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094)33. Jackie B’s Sports.Spirits......................352 N. Gulf Freeway34. Judges..............................................113 6th St. (San Leon)35. Katie’s ..........................................................315 Grand Ave.36. La Brisa - Bacliff ............................................4001 Hwy 14637. La Brisa - League City ..............501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45)38. Las Haciendas • NASA............................1020 NASA Rd. 139. Las Haciendas • I-45 ..........................12933 Gulf Freeway40. Leila’s Mexican Restaurant........................18119 Egret Bay41. Luna’s Restaurant (Hilton) ................3000 NASA Parkway42. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..................101 E. Main St. (La Porte)43. Main Event............................................1125 Magnolia Ave.44. Mackey’s ..............................................20801 Gulf Frwy (I-45)45. Maribelle’s ............................................3136-C NASA Road 146. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ..............1304 Bayport (HWY146)47. Mario’s Italian • Webster ....................618 NASA Parkway48. Masa Sushi Fusion ..................................977 Nasa Road 149. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ................................1804 W. FM 64650. Matt’s Restaurant & Lounge..............3202 Marina Bay Drive

51. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe................18033 Upper Bay Rd.52. Mely’s - League City ............2951 Marina Bay Dr. (FM 2094)53. Merlion on 4th..........................................................1301 4th Street54. Michiru Sushi & Asian Bar ..............20911 Gulf Freeway, Suite A55. Monkey Bar ................................................605 6th Street C56. Noah’s Ark ................................................4438 Boulevard (Bacliff)57. Outriggers ....................101 Bath Ave. (Under Seabrook Bridge).58. Pier 27 Tavern......................3202 Marina Bay Blvd. Suite F59. San Luis Resort ............................5222 Seawall Boulevard60. Scout Bar....................................................18307 Egret Bay61. Sherlock’s ............................................2416 Bay Area Blvd.62. Signature Bistro ..............1918 NASA Parkway (Seabrook)63. Skipper’s ......................1026 FM 2094 (Clear Lake Shores)64. Smoking J’s ................550 FM 1959 Dixie Farm Road65. South Shore Harbour Resort ................2500 South Shore Harbour66. Sporting News Bar & Grill ....................850 Harris Avenue.67. Star Cinema Grill ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1, Ste. 15268. Thai Seafood ..................................................17926 Hwy. 369. The Spot ............................3204 Seawall Blvd. (Galveston)70. The Davenport............................1235 Clear Lake City Blvd.71. The Tree House ......................................901 NASA Road 172. Three Oaks Fine Wines ......................601 East Main Street73. Time Out Sports Bar #1 .................................10928 Fuqua74. Time Out Sports Bar #2 ......................307 El Dorado Blvd.75. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ................4416 Fairmont Parkway76. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Bar ........2555 Bay Area Blvd.77. Topwater Grill..............................815 Avenue O (San Leon)78. T-bone Tom’s ..................................................707 Hwy 14679. Wings ‘N’ More - League City220 Gulf Frwy South (@ FM 518)80. Wings ‘N’ More - Webster....................1503 W. Bay Area Blvd.81. Zone 504 ........................................................504 Kipp Ave.

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1. Allegria Wine & Cocktail Lounge......................15210 Hwy 32. Amadeus Italian Restaurant ............700 Kipp Ave. (Kemah)3. Bakkhus Taverna Greek....................605 6th Street (Kemah)4. Barbed Rose ......................113 East Sealy Street (Alvin)5. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ................19431 Gatebrook Dr.6. Berryhill Baja Grill & Cantina ............2660 Marina Bay Drive7. Big Ben....................................................20237 Gulf Freeway8. Boondoggles ........................................4106 NASA Parkway9. Buck’s Bar ........................................18301 B Egret Bay Blvd10. Cabo ................................2513 NASA Parkway (Seabrook)11. Cafe Under The Oaks ..............615 E Main Street (FM 518)12. Cellar Wine Bar ..........................1606 Clear Lake City Blvd.13. Classic Cafe ..........................................2511 Nasa Parkway14. Chitsuru Sushi & Hibachi ......2860 Gulf Freeway S, Ste. A15. Club Pure ..............................229 E NASA Rd. 1 (Webster)16. Cock-Eyed Seagull ..........................1010B E. Nasa Road 117. Crazy Alan’s Swamp Shack ..........................309 4th Street18. Cullen’s Upscale Am. Grille ................11500 Space Center19. Dempsey’s Sports Pub........................3612 W. Main Street20. Dickinson Bar-B-Que & Steakhouse ..............2111 FM 51721. Don Pico’s - Clear Lake........................2110 Bay Area Blvd.22. Don Pico’s - Pearland ..................9811 Broadway (FM518)23. D’Vine Wine - Kemah ..........................................709 Harris24. D’Vine Wine - Galveston ................2301 Strand, Suite 101 25. Escape Sports Bar ..........................................4200 FM 517

26. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House....................20760 Gulf Frwy27. Floyd’s Cajun Seafood House ....................1300 Broadway28. Fox and Hound ....................................12802 Gulf Freeway29. Gabacho’s Mexican Grill ..........................4449 NASA Rd. 130. Green Parrot ................22323 Bayshore Dr. (San Leon)31. Hugh & Jeff’s Car Wash & Grill ................1232 W. FM 64632. Jackie’s Brickhouse ......1051 Marina Bay Drive (FM 2094)33. Jackie B’s Sports.Spirits......................352 N. Gulf Freeway34. Judges..............................................113 6th St. (San Leon)35. Katie’s ..........................................................315 Grand Ave.36. La Brisa - Bacliff ............................................4001 Hwy 14637. La Brisa - League City ..............501 Wesley Drive (@ I-45)38. Las Haciendas • NASA............................1020 NASA Rd. 139. Las Haciendas • I-45 ..........................12933 Gulf Freeway40. Leila’s Mexican Restaurant........................18119 Egret Bay41. Luna’s Restaurant (Hilton) ................3000 NASA Parkway42. Main 101 Grill & Bar ..................101 E. Main St. (La Porte)43. Main Event............................................1125 Magnolia Ave.44. Mackey’s ..............................................20801 Gulf Frwy (I-45)45. Maribelle’s ............................................3136-C NASA Road 146. Mario’s Italian • Seabrook ..............1304 Bayport (HWY146)47. Mario’s Italian • Webster ....................618 NASA Parkway48. Masa Sushi Fusion ..................................977 Nasa Road 149. Masa Sushi Sake Bar ................................1804 W. FM 64650. Matt’s Restaurant & Lounge..............3202 Marina Bay Drive

51. Mediterraneo Market & Cafe................18033 Upper Bay Rd.52. Mely’s - League City ............2951 Marina Bay Dr. (FM 2094)53. Merlion on 4th..........................................................1301 4th Street54. Michiru Sushi & Asian Bar ..............20911 Gulf Freeway, Suite A55. Monkey Bar ................................................605 6th Street C56. Noah’s Ark ................................................4438 Boulevard (Bacliff)57. Outriggers ....................101 Bath Ave. (Under Seabrook Bridge).58. Pier 27 Tavern......................3202 Marina Bay Blvd. Suite F59. San Luis Resort ............................5222 Seawall Boulevard60. Scout Bar....................................................18307 Egret Bay61. Sherlock’s ............................................2416 Bay Area Blvd.62. Signature Bistro ..............1918 NASA Parkway (Seabrook)63. Skipper’s ......................1026 FM 2094 (Clear Lake Shores)64. Smoking J’s ................550 FM 1959 Dixie Farm Road65. South Shore Harbour Resort ................2500 South Shore Harbour66. Sporting News Bar & Grill ....................850 Harris Avenue.67. Star Cinema Grill ......................1020 NASA Rd. 1, Ste. 15268. Thai Seafood ..................................................17926 Hwy. 369. The Spot ............................3204 Seawall Blvd. (Galveston)70. The Davenport............................1235 Clear Lake City Blvd.71. The Tree House ......................................901 NASA Road 172. Three Oaks Fine Wines ......................601 East Main Street73. Time Out Sports Bar #1 .................................10928 Fuqua74. Time Out Sports Bar #2 ......................307 El Dorado Blvd.75. Time Out Sports Bar #3 ................4416 Fairmont Parkway76. Tommy’s Restaurant Oyster Bar ........2555 Bay Area Blvd.77. Topwater Grill..............................815 Avenue O (San Leon)78. T-bone Tom’s ..................................................707 Hwy 14679. Wings ‘N’ More - League City220 Gulf Frwy South (@ FM 518)80. Wings ‘N’ More - Webster....................1503 W. Bay Area Blvd.81. Zone 504 ........................................................504 Kipp Ave.

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You don’t need to know the differencebetween the “main” and the “jib” to enjoyand appreciate the Bay Area’s most beauti-ful spectator sport, sailing.

Few places anywhere have the kind ofsailing community that is found in the BayArea. This area is home to competitive sail-ing programs and races run by a numberof yacht clubs and local sailing associations.For anyone who loves to sail, who couldask for a better place to live or visit than the Bay Area.

But sailing is also a fabulous spectator sport, and the Bay Area of-fers residents and visitors the rare opportunity to enjoy the impres-sive sight of sailing up-close and personal during the WednesdayNight Races on ClearLake, which returns onApril 6 and will behosted by Villa Capri.

The popular races,now starting their33rd year, feature nu-merous classes ofboats on the lake andthe bay. Buddy Brownof the Clear Lake Rac-ing Association, organ-izing authority for theevent, said, “We areexcited about Villa Caprihosting the races. Anyone who has been to Villa Capri knowswhat a beautiful property they have on the lake front. There arelots of trees and a garden walk that leads down to the water’sedge. Even on the warmest days, the trees surrounding the patioprovide cool temperatures and plenty of shade.”

As host, Villa Capri will offer the best view of the races with the startand finish lines directly in front of the club in the prevailing southeastbreeze. There will be live commentary, drink specials, random awards,and a special, Wednesday Night Menu to go along with the beautifulviews and action. For the sailors, 2011 brings new, more relaxedcourses to go along with the challenging courses of years past.

“I had the chance to race in my own event last year, and I wasquite surprised at the intensity,” Brown explained. “I knew I had setup some short courses, but it was more intense than even I thoughtit would be. We’re keeping the challenging courses, butto balance it out a bit, we’ve added some longer coursesaround the lake to introduce more relaxing moments.”

Also known as “Beer Can Races” around America,Wednesday Night Sailboat Races are generally more re-laxed, but Clear Lake’s version has become a great wayto tune up a crew’s teamwork or get involved in thesport for the first time. Introducing some longer, morerelaxed racing into the series will allow skippers to invite

newbiesalong for aride withoutworrying toomuch aboutthe continu-ous scramblefor the nextupcomingmaneuver.

“Who knows,” said Brown,“they might even be able toopen a cola and finish it be-fore the next mark.”

Anyone wanting to get in-volved can sign up on theweb site, www.clearlakerac-ing.com, and filling out the “IWant To Crew!” form. Afterthe race, the sailors put theirboats away, and then arrive back at Villa Capri to socialize, talkabout the race, review the race video, and collect their awards forthe night. Anyone wishing to rub elbows with the local sailingcrowd might use this opportunity to get into the sport.

Clear Lake’s version of the Wednesday Night Sailboat Races isquite unique with turning marks set just yards away from the spec-tators on land. With the marks set so close, it is easy to watch theteamwork, sail changes, and listen to the exchanges betweenboats, which sometimes can be comical.

Combined with thegreat food, drinks, andservice, and the garden-like atmosphere of VillaCapri’s patio, the raceswill serve as a greatplace for an escape fromthe work week. See youthere!

Seabrook’s Villa Capri to serve as event host & home base

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Mark Your Calendars!A reminder of upcoming SCENE-approved events not to miss.

Gateway to the Bay TriathlonApril 1, 2 & 3 • Kemah & Galveston Bay

Clear Lake Crawfish FestivalApril 1 • Landolt Pavilion, Clear Lake Park

Wednesday Sailboat RacesWeekly starting April 6 • Clear Lake

Edgewater Dragon Boat ChallengeApril 9 • Edgewater Marina (Webster)

Seabrook Men Who CookApril 12 • Lakewood Yacht Club

South West Int. Boat ShowApril 14 - 17 • South Shore Harbour

Kemah Crawfish FestivalApril 15, 16 & 17 • Under Kemah Bridge

Cook-off & Bluegrass FestivalApril 30 • Kemah Lighthouse District

Blessing of the FleetMay 1 • Kemah Lighthouse District

Clear Lake Greek FestivalMay 6, 7 & 8 • Landolt Pavilion, C. Lake Park

Village Fair & TX Music Fest.May 6, 7 & 8 • Walter Hall Park (League City)

Armand Bayou Bayou BoilMay 14 • Clear Lake Park Landolt Pavilion

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Yachty Gras Boat ParadeMarch 5 • Clear Lake /Kemah Channel

Spring Series #2: April 9 Spring Series #3: May 7

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XXV Annual Elissa RegattaApril 2 & 3, 2011 • Galveston Bay

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Heald Bank Regatta April 16-17, Gulf of Mexico

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GBCA Women’s RegattaApril 9, Galveston Bay

Galveston Bay Cruising Association

Wednesday Night Sailboat Races on Clear Lake

Info: 281.334.4252Season starts April 6!

Lakewood YachtClub Race CommitteeChairman DwightBengtson has an-nounced that theHeald Bank Regattahas been scheduledfor the weekend ofApril 16-17.

This race, which isopen to the public, isheld offshore in theGulf of Mexico start-ing at the Galvestonjetties, marker 11.The race begins onSaturday afternoon and finishesearly on Sunday morning. Spin-naker boats will sail a trianglecourse of approximately 85 nauti-cal miles while the non-spinnakerboats will sail a two legs reachingcourse of approximately 60 nauti-cal miles.

“This should be one of the mostfun nights of racing that one canexperience offshore south ofGalveston,” related Bengtson. “It isalso a good warm up for thelonger distance races held in theGulf such as the Harvest Moon Re-gatta coming up October 13-16of this year,” he added.

Past Commodore TonyWessendorff stated that the silverlevel sponsor for the Heald Bank Re-gatta is Sea Lake Yacht Sales. BayAccess, a not-for-profit organizationcreated to foster amateur racing, isalso a sponsor. Wessendorff alsoadded that racers should know thatPHRF certificates are not requiredfor the cruisers class.

There is a mandatory SkippersMeeting on Friday, April 15 at 7p.m. in the Chart Room at Lake-wood Yacht Club, 2425 NASA

Parkway in Seabrook. Trophies forthis race will be presented at theSea Lake Yacht Sales Shoe RegattaAwards Ceremony which will beheld the evening of Sunday, May22.

To register for the Heald BankRegatta, please go to Lakewood’swebsite at www.lakewoodyacht-club.com Or, for questions, callthe club’s office at 281-474-2511.

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On the WaterHEALD BANK RACE SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 16-17

New Sailing Director at LYCLakewood Yacht Club Seahorsesand their parents recently wel-comed their new Sailing DirectorElias Otdoerfer. He replaces Sail-ing Director Mattia D’Errico whogrew and managed the club’syouth sailing program for fiveyears before joining the corporateworld.


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The shoot was an exhausting four days, with four models. Wedid hundreds of shots throughout the convention center, whichproved itself to be an awe-inspiring location. We took photos withModern Salon staff, and filmed internet commercials and other vari-ous promotional materials. It was very exciting, and we justcouldn’t wait to find out all that was in store!

By September, we finally started to see some of the ads in themagazines. It was “the escalator shot” and turnedout to be the first of a series of teasers that would

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what photo to use. They might prefer a certain color palette, oreven just base it on negative space to use for type. So to my sur-prise, I saw my beautiful Russian model in bright yellow setting thetone for the event. The program is about 80 pages long so therewere additional shots throughout. The actual event happens inMarch so to top off the cake, I learned that a final wig I had cutwould be the COVER of Modern Salon magazine. The striking redhair and asymmetrical haircut along with a stunning Marchesa dresshad ultimate cover appeal, and lit the fire for the affair to follow.

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Film Column: SXSW • Cont. from Page 19Today, SXSW's direct and indirect impact on Austin totals over

$110 million annually.

Louis Black recently co-founded the Texas Independent Film Net-work, a "statewide coalition of film societies, universities and inde-pendent theaters united for the purpose of screening Texasindependent film." As of now, the network travels to 11 differentcities in Texas (including Houston), with more on the way. The net-work provides an opportunity for filmmakers to tour the great Stateof Texas; but more importantly, it's about continuing to progressthe idea that Texas is all about independent film. It's about reinven-tion. My first film, ST. NICK, will be doing the circuit in May.

Both of my current films, Clay Liford's feature film WUSS andGeoff McGee's short NEAL, fared well at this year's SXSW. WUSSpremiered to sold-out crowds and garnered a slew of positive re-views; for NEAL audiences responded with ferocious laughter. AfterI finish this column, I'll begin packing for Dallas, as both films willalso be playing the Dallas International Film Festival in early April.

In the midst of all the hubbub and long lines and late nights andhordes of college kids, I got to see some other really great films aswell. Two of my favorites were Todd Rohal's THE CATECHISM CATA-CLYSM and Michael Tully's SEPTIEN, though probably for thewrong reasons, three of which being that I saw them both back-to-back (and they make a great double feature), that the crowd re-sponse around me was nothing short of awkward, and that I'mbuddies with both of the filmmakers. None of which, however,happen to be the fact that both films are sheer insanity to the max,absolutely riveting and completely original. Both films premiered atSundance and obtained distribution deals with IFC.

Several inspiring documentaries also resonated in my mind.

Werner Herzog'slatest 3D docu-mentary, CAVEOF FORGOTTENDREAMS, takesthe viewer onan intimate jour-ney into Chau-vet cave andshowcases all itswonders – pris-tine cave draw-ings from earlyman dating backsome 37,000years ago. The choice to film in 3D was an impeccable one, as itmesmerizes the viewer with images that appear to move right offthe walls.

I also enjoyed crowd favorites, BEING ELMO: A PUPPETEER'SJOURNEY, which tells the emotional story of Kevin Clash, the self-taught puppeteer who created Elmo, and CONAN O'BRIEN CAN'TSTOP, which follows Conan on a live comedy tour during the pe-riod of time he was banned from television. Q&A's for both of thesefilms were also a lot of fun with Elmo stealing the show for the for-mer and the astounding intensity of Conan O'Brien for the latter.

There were plenty of other intriguing films not mentioned herewhich screened at SXSW. And they'll go on to play film festivals allover the country, keeping the independent, creative spirit alive. I'msatisfied with the fact that I've been along for the ride for the lastfive years. I only hope that a glimmer of that mentality will con-tinue to spread throughout Texas.

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For dessert, try the new Lemon Icebox (lemon meringue inside agraham cracker crust, topped with whipped topping; or theSpiked Pecan Pie - a homemade pecan pie topped with bourbonand chocolate chips, served with ice cream.

Sunday brunch will be getting a southern makeover soon withChicken Fried Shrimp & Grits, seasonal berry pancakes and the Cy-clops (a New Orleans-style burger topped with a fried egg, baconand peanut butter).

Change is good, but the popular lunch and dinner specials arestaying the same, including Steak Night Mondays, Boil 'Em Up

Wednesdays with seasonal seafood treats (crawfish daily afterEaster), and bottomless Pasta Night Thursdays.

Come in for Bakkhus' classic eight-hour weekday happy hourfrom 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and stay for new Texas craft beer selectionsfrom Southern Star Brewery: Bombshell Blonde, Pine Belt Ale andBuried Hatchet Stout. Also look out for new arrival Boner Beer!

The Boardwalk closes early, but Bakkhus stays open late! Thekitchen will serve up to midnight during the week and 2 a.m. onFridays and Saturdays by request. Also, those with special dietaryneeds are welcome because food at Bakkhus is scratch-made andeasy to modify. See a full menu and learn more at bakkhustav-erna.com and order takeout at mytakeoutwaiter.com.

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Fans of the popular ABC television showDancing with the Stars recently saw a flash ofClear Lake. Ehem, well, not exactly. Magdy andSonya Kotb of Mediterraneo Cafe in Nassau Bayare the parents of Miral Kotb, a CLHS and Co-lumbia University graduate. She designed thewearable wireless lighting system used by ChrisBrown during his guest performance on thedance show on March 29. This light technologyis the first of its kind. Learn more about Miral andthis new illuminating technology at www.iLumi-nate.com. Congratulations to Miral! Shine on!

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The sun’ll come outon the Bay Area FridayApril 15 at the Univer-sity of Houston, ClearLake's Bayou Theatrewith BAHBT’s produc-tion of Annie. Don'tmiss one of these fabu-lous four performancesrunning through April17 – adorable orphanssinging and dancingtheir way through tothe hope of tomorrow!

Tickets for Annie areon sale now and canbe purchased by call-ing 281-480-1617 (boxoffice hours Monday -Friday 4 to 8PM) or vis-iting the website atwww.bahbt.org. Tick-ets are $25 to $35.

Broadway veteranand Houston nativeKevin Cahoon has re-turned to BAHBT to di-rect this exciting,energetic and innova-tive production ofAnnie. Cahoon was in

the original Broadwaycast of The Lion King,The Wedding Singer,Chitty Chitty BangBang, as well as the re-vival of The Rocky Hor-ror Show, and made hisBroadway debut in TheWho's Tommy.

Off Broadway, Cahoonplayed opposite MatthewBroderick in The Round-about Theatre's revival of

The Foreigner, for whichhe received a Lucille LortelAward nomination forOutstanding FeatureActor. Most recently Ca-hoon has appeared in theDisney Pictures / RobertZemekis-produced filmMars Needs Moms along-side Seth Green, Joan Cu-sack, and Tom EverettScott.

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The Kemah Merchants Association will be hosting theKemah Art Walk on Saturday, April 23. The Kemah Art Walkwill be from noon to 6 p.m. Artists from all across Texas will beshowcasing and selling their art in the Kemah Lighthouse Dis-trict. Along Bradford, Kipp and 6th streets will be fine art in-cluding paintings in oil, acrylic and pastels. Photography andsculptures will also be in the art walk. This is free event andopen to the public.

Some of the featured artists include Darrin Potter from Cop-per Cactus Gallery. His art is currently available at Eagle NestGallery in Kemah. Another featured artist is Obie Dozier, a fas-cinating artist who is with Thomas Kinkade Galleries. Dozier’sart is available at Boardwalk Fudge in Kemah.

For artists wishing to participate in the Kemah Art Walk,there is a $25 registration fee for the afternoon, locations arefirst-come, first-serve .

For more information or to register call Sandra Williams atBoardwalk Fudge, 281-538-4165 or Domino Taylor at KemahVisitor Center, 281-334-3181.

Visit www.kemahmerchants.com or www.kemah-tx.gov foradditional information on Kemah Art Walk and other events.

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SCENE Editor Betsey Ennis and SCENE Growth & Development Director Gracie Ennis visit with KevinCahoon at the red carpet screening of his new Disney movie Mars Needs Moms. Cahoon, a BAHB&Talum and Broadway veteran, has returned to the area to direct Annie this month.


ARTThru April 6: “Youth at Art” Student ArtExhibit,TAACCL, 2000 NASA Parkway,Nassau Bay, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org

April 23: KemahArtWalk, noon – 6pm atKemah Lighthouse District,www.kemahmerchants.com,281-334-3181

THEATREApril 1-10: Cinderella; Fri.& Sat. 8 pm, Sun. 3 pm.Pasadena Little Theatre,4318 Allen Genoa Rd.www.pasadenalittlethe-atre.org, 713-941-1758

April 22 - May 15:Break a Leg; Fri, Sat.,& Sun., call fortimes, Bay AreaHarbour Playhouse,3803 Hwy. 3 in Dickinson,281-337-SHOW,wwwbayarea-harbourplayhouse.com.house.com.

LITERATUREApril 7: Bay AreaWriters League, Gen-eral meeting at 7pm. April 14 & 28:BAWL Critique Sessions 7:30 pm; both atBarnes & Nobles, Bay Area Blvd. and GulfFreeway, 7:30 www.bawl.org

CHILDREN’S ARTLibrary StoryTimes for ChildrenEvelyn Meador Library (Pre- K): 10:30 a.m.,2400 N.Meyer, Seabrook.Temporarily inSeabrook Community House with story-telling by Mrs. Pearson everyWednesdaymorning, 1210 Anders, Seabrook, 281-474-9142, www.hcpl.net

Freeman Memorial Library: Book Babies onMonday,Tuesday &Wednesday at 10:15a.m.;Toddler Time on Monday,Tuesday &Wednesday at 11:15 a.m.; Pre-School Timeon Monday &Tuesday at 1:15 p.m.; Chil-dren’s Chess Club on Monday at 6:30 p.m.Special Days: 16616 Diana Lane, Houston,281-488-1906. www.hcpl.net

Helen Hall Library:Toddlers onWednes-days at 10 a.m.; Pre-K Story time onThurs-day at 1 p.m.; 100W.Walker, League City,281-338-4860

La Porte Library:Tuesday is StoryTimewith Mr. Mark at 10:15 a.m.;Thursdays arewith Mr. D. at 10:15 a.m. & 11 a.m.;Arts onWednesdays at 3:15 p.m.; 600 S. Broadway,La Porte, 281-471-4022, www.hcpl.net

MUSIC & FILMApril 16: Bay Area Bluegrass AssociationShow – 7 p.m., Johnny Arolfo Civic Center,League City, www.baba.org

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April 8,

9 &10:KemahCoastal PhotoWorkshop by Ruth Burke,www.kemah-tx.gov. 281-326-9200

April 12: Bay Area Photo Club, 7:30 p.m.,call to confirm,TAACCL, 2000 NASA Park-way, 281-335-7777, www.taaccl.org

DANCEApril 15-17: “Annie” Bay Area HoustonBallet &Theatre, University of HoustonClear Lake, www.bahbt.org

WEAVINGApril 10: Clear Lake BasketWeaver Guildto holdWeaving BeginnerWorkshop,Easter baskets and more.U of H ClearLake, 9 am – 5 pm.To register call StewartMcGowen, 281-242-5677

MUSEUMS1940 Air Terminal Museum, Hobby Airport,713-454-1940, www.1940airterminal.org

Armand Bayou Nature Center: OpenTues-day - Saturday, Saturday morning Breakfast

on the Bayou 8 a.m. - 9:30 am SaturdayEvening Sunset Cruise on the Bayou 6 p.m.,8500 Bay Area Blvd., 281-474-2551,www.abnc.org

BattleshipTexas, State Historic Site: 3255Highway 134, La Porte, 281-479-2431

Butler Longhorn Museum: League City,281-332-1393, www.butlerlonghornmu-seum.com

Bay Area Museum - Lunar Rendezvous Ex-hibit and Space memorabilia: OpenTuesday- Sunday, Clear Lake Park, 5000 NASAParkway, Seabrook, 281-326-5960, www.lu-narrendevous.org.

League City Historical SocietyWestBay Common Museum:Open Mon-

day - Friday. Call for groupreservations, 210 KansasAvenue, League City, 281-554-2994, www.oneroom-schoolhouse.org

Lone Star Flight Museum:OpenDaily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 2002Terminal Dr., Galveston,409-740-7722,www.LSFM.org

Warbird Ridesavailable. Call

for more information.

San Jacinto Monument & Museum: Daily9a.m. - 6 p.m.; La Porte, 281-479-2421,www.sanjacinto-museum.org

Texas City Museum:OpenTuesday - Sun-day; 409 6th St. N.,Texas City, 409-643-5799, texas-city-tx.org/Museumabout.htm

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Austin gets it. Bar none it's the largest,most welcoming independent film meccain the country; and probably the world.Where most cities can hardly support onetop-rated film festival, Austin somehowsupports three: South by Southwest(SXSW), Fantastic Fest and the Austin FilmFestival. Additionally, it's home to Ain't itCool News (AICN), one of the most recog-nizable online movie review sites in thecountry; and the Alamo Drafthouse Cin-ema, probably the most original movietheater concept ever (well... next to theTexas Theatre and Clear Lake’s own StarCinema Grill, of course). The fact thatRobert Rodriguez uses his TroublemakerStudios to produce mainstream films theredoesn't hurt either.

Austin isn't a fad. One of the primaryreasons it's become such a contender inthe independent film community (andmusic, and new media) is because theartistic community there is open to andembraces change – they're constantly rein-venting themselves to adapt to a dynamicmarket. And they don't let their egos getin the way while they're doing it.

Tim League, co-founder of the AlamoDrafthouse and co-founder of FantasticFest, an annual genre festival celebratingthe best in horror, science fiction and ac-tion films, got ridiculously drunk and ate abunch of live crickets at the BELLFLOWER

after party duringSXSW. BELL-FLOWER actually

picked up distribution with Oscilloscopeduring Sundance, but seriously amped upbuzz because of its party at SXSW. An out-door party which consisted of a few kegs,a trailer selling gourmet doughnuts, and acampfire.

If you missed it, you knew about it. Be-cause everyone in the independent filmcommunity watches what's going on atSXSW. Twitter was trending "#SXSW" as if itwere the greatest place to be in the worldat that very moment. And it probably wasfor independent film.

The vibe at SXSW, and Austin in general,is high-energy and all about creativity.While there's plenty of business going on(films get bought at SXSW or post-SXSWbecause of SXSW), what's important ismaintaining a collaborative experimentalculture. It's about seeing what's on thecutting edge of cinema, music and the in-teractive market.

Louis Black, co-founder/editor of the al-ternative weekly, Austin Chronicle, co-founded SXSW originally as a music festivalin 1987 (adding film and multimedia in1994) which blew up exponentially, creat-ing a buzz about Austin that still existstoday. This year Arts + Labor, a productionhouse in Austin, premiered the doc, OUT-SIDE INDUSTRY: THE STORY OF SXSW,which effectively recounts how three guysat the Chronicle and a booking agent, liv-ing paycheck-to-paycheck, created thelargest music festival in the country.


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The SCENE Film & Food Columnist, Adam Donaghey, is anaward-winning film producer from Texas. His work has beenseen at festivals and special screenings all over theworld. Adamresides in Kemah. Find out about Adam's films atwww.adamdonaghey.com andwhat he's eating at www.face-book.com/adamdonaghey.

SXSW: KEEPING THE SPIRIT OFINDEPENDENT FILM ALIVE April Film Events

First Thursdays at Dean's Credit Clothing(316 Main Street): Every first Thursday ofthe month, the Houston Film Commissionpresents award-winning, Texas made shortfilms. Presentation is free and starts around9:00 p.m., lasting about an hour. houston-filmcommission.com/firstthursdays

Movie Night on the Strand: From April toOctober, every first Saturday of the monthenjoy a free outdoor screening of family-friendly films at Saengerfest Park in Galve-ston. galveston.com

Houston Film Industry Meetup: Every sec-ond Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m., mix& mingle with local area actors, producers,editors and other film industry people atSherlock's River Oaks (1952-A West Gray).filmind.meetup.com/254/

Last Tuesday's SWAMP Salons: Every lastTuesday of the month, SWAMP meets andhosts a salon on specific subjects regardingfilm in Houston. Mix & mingle at 6:30 p.m.;presentation begins at 7:30 p.m. Locationvaries. swamp.org

SWAMPWorkshop: The Business of ShowBusiness Acting Workshop. This seminar willfocus on two areas: The art and science ofauditioning in the 21st century, and the "busi-ness of show-business." April 16 from 10a.m. to 2 p.m. Location TBD. swamp.org

Houston 24 Hour Film Race: Filmmakers arechallenged to create a short film in just 24hours from April 29-30. Houston is one ofthe participating cities in the 24 Hour FilmRace and will have a separate competitionand premiere screening for the filmmakers atthe Landmark River Oaks Theatre on May4th. Register at filmracing.com and use dis-count FILMRACER24 for $10 off!

Texas Independent Film Network presentsST. NICK: St. Nick is the story of a brotherand sister on the run. He's eleven, she'seight. They've left their home for some un-known reason, and are living in the woods,hiding in barns and sheds, doing what theycan to survive. As the bitter Texas winter setsin, they strike up residence in an abandonedcountry house and, for a brief, happy period,manage to escape the harsh realities of theircircumstances. Brought to you by SWAMPand the Museum of Fine Arts Houston. May6 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 at Rice Media Cen-ter. texasifn.com


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Bakkhus Taverna:Greek food with a home-style kickBy Adam Donaghey

Spring is here and the Light-house District in Kemah is al-ways a happening place toenjoy the warm weather. Lo-cated along the main strip of6th Street is Kemah staple,Bakkhus Taverna Greek Restau-rant & Bar. Specializing in bothtraditional and modern Greekcuisine, Bakkhus offers a diversemenu, catering to all tastes.

"We serve Greek food with aTexas twist," says ownerDemetrios Kouloumoundras. "Whether it's tra-ditional fare you want or a taste of Greecewith a southern, home-style touch, we've gotyou covered."

Bakkhus has expanded its menu, pushingthe experimental envelope by creating newand unique meal selections. All scratch-made,using fresh ingredients and local produce(and soon to include an herb garden andfruit trees on-site). On a recent visit, I got theskinny on all the new flavors and some in-sight into changes on the horizon.

What chips and salsa are to Mexican restau-rants, hummus is to Greek tavernas. It's notsurprising then that Bakkhus has added sev-eral specialty blends to this standard Greekappetizer. In similar fashion to a soup du jour,Bakkhus showcases a different specialty hum-mus daily. Some options include roasted red

pepper, sun dried tomato basil, spinach & arti-choke, or jalapeño & cilantro. I sampled achipotle hummus, an off-the-menu spicy deli-cacy which perfectly prepares your palate fora flavorful Greek feast.

Speaking of spicy, the Trojan Poppers packa sucker punch! Only in Texas would a Greekrestaurant take a jalapeño, stuff it with gyroand fire feta cheese, roll it in bread crumband fry it. Stuffed jalapeños are all the ravehere in Clear Lake, and Bakkhus' unique spinkeeps it Greek, adding a fiery southwesttouch.

Bakkhus is well-known for its one-of-a-kindburgers like the new Medusa Burger, anAngus patty topped with sauteed veggies,jalapeño, bacon with a blend of cheeses,crowned with fried onion rings! Hungry yet?Well, relish in the fact that you can now dou-ble or even triple your meat for only $3 morea patty! If you think you're Zeus and tripleyour patty, be sure to take a picture, and sendit to the SCENE!

Bakkhus specialties offer five-star restauranttaste in a relaxed, down home environment.Three new entrees aptly continue that tradi-tion. Try the Stuffed Chicken Bruschetta Cor-don Bleu (marinated baked chicken stuffedwith feta cheese, fresh herbs and veggies,topped with bacon and melted gruyerecheese), the Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb(grass fed marinated lamb, coated with Greekherbs and bread crumb, baked and toppedwith your choice of garlic feta butter or mintdemi' glace), or the Cadillac of steaks, theFilet Onassis (a seasoned tenderloin, rolled inbread crumbs and set atop aujus infusedonions and mushrooms, topped with lumpcrab and smothered in bernaise).



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Featured Chef: Jason ChaneyContinued from Page 11

He used the product passing through his kitchen to help and en-courage those who had lost their jobs and were struggling finan-cially as a result of the economic crunch.

Chaney's favorite days of the week, however, were those that hewould prepare hot food and deliver it into the hands of the Houstonhomeless community. Over the course of a year, Jason was able todevelop impactful relationships with some of Houston's most mar-ginalized citizens. These relationships and conversations had a pow-erful impact on Jason's cultural, community, and financial values. It ishis belief that a life lived loving and serving others is the most pro-found and rewarding way to live. It's this kind of servant's heart, pas-sion for the professional kitchen, and 15 years experience that Jasonnow brings to the kitchen of the Barbed Rose Steakhouse andSeafood Co.

Specialty:My formal specialization is in Regional Italian cuisine, butwhat I really enjoy cooking is a blend of Mediterranean, Gulf Coast,and Asian.

Signature Dish: My favorite dish that I ever made was Scallopsand Oxtails. It consisted of pan seared diver scallops, with braised ox-tail meat which had been pulled off the bone. It was served withcrispy fingerling potato “tostones” that had been fried crispy in duckfat and topped with an airy porcini foam. It was on the menu at theSkyline Bar & Grill for over a year. It was time consuming to pro-duce, and just as difficult to pick up, but completely worth it at thetable.

Have you ever prepared a meal for anyone famous or in-famous? At the Houstonian I remember making breakfast for SeanPenn, dinner for Matthew McConaughey and David Grohl (not atthe same time), multiple lunches for Kenneth Lay (someone else al-ways paid the tab), lunches for Jose Lima, a reception for RogerClements which included a whole list of Astros players. While inSwitzerland, I cooked for a number of Cuban government officials(but not Fidel), it was something that struck me as odd, consideringsomething like that would never happen in the States. While at Sky-line, a reservation was made for Michael Jordan and security prepa-rations were made, but were ultimately canceled. One time whilefeeding the homeless in downtown Houston, I fed a man who hadan athletic build, and spent some time talking with my friend; cometo find out, he was a former MLB player for Cincinnati who lost hispitching career after taking a line drive to his pitching arm. It wassuch a revelation. You never know who you might find living on thestreets.

Please share one special cooking tip or technique for ourreaders: When blanching tomatoes to peel them, most peoplewill put them in a pot of boiling water for 15-20 seconds and thenplunge them into an ice bath. The skins fall away and the flesh un-derneath is pretty mushy and over cooked. I learned from acoworker that if you put the tomatoes in ice water first, then putthem in a pot of boiling water for only 5 seconds, then back into theice water, then repeat the boiling water for 5 more seconds, and fin-ish in the ice bath. The skins will come off easily and leave all of theflesh immediately under the skin (which by the way, contains mostof the flavonoids) perfectly intact. They will look like perfectly rawtomatoes, only with a closer inspection will you notice that the skinis gone.


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PREVIOUSLY FEATURED

An On-Going Series

Chef Marco MontoyaSporting NewsGrill

Chef Roland KyburzSouth ShoreHarbour Resort

Chef Jorge GalvanThe Flying Dutchman

Chef Todd MackeyMackey’s

ChefJosephLinChitsuru Sushi & Hibachi

Chef Ben Chen888 Bistro

Chef Michael ZhouMasa Sushi Fusion

Chef Paul LewisCullen’s Upscale Am. Grille

Chef Joe AmatoBig Ben Tavern

Chef Michael BrewerMatt’s Restaurant

ChefManny ViverosTommy’s Oyster Bar

Chef Chad LandryHilton Nasa | The Luna Rest.

Executive Chef Jason ChaneyThe Barbed Rose

113 E Sealy St. (Alvin) • 281-585-22720Background / Experience: By the age of 7, Jason Chaney already understoodhis calling to the culinary arena. At 15, he volunteered at the Redwood Grill togain valuable exposure under the watchful eye of Executive Chef Shelly Drought.By 17, he received his acceptance to the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) inHyde Park, NY, where he began his studies in 1999. Later that year Chaney madehis way to the famous Commander's Palace in New Orleans where he workedvarious stations under Executive Chef Jamie Shannon as a culinary extern from theCIA. After completing his Bachelor degree and graduating with honors, Chaneytraveled to Europe. Living in Le Bouveret, Switzerland, he worked as an AssistantProduction Chef and English language instructor at the Institut Hotelier "CesarRitz." Following this experience, Chaney packed his belongings and moved to thetown of Jesi, Italy, where he enrolled in a professional Slow Food-sponsored im-mersion course dedicated to the instruction of Regional Italian Cuisine.

Upon returning from Europe, Jason worked for Houstonian Hotel, Club, & Spawhere he labored under the command of former Executive Chef, Jesse Llapitan,and the current Executive Chef Jeff Everts. In the summer of 2006, Jason, whowas only 25 at the time, accepted the position as Executive Chef of the Skyline Bar & Grill. In February of 2007, Chaney was recognizedas the "Best Over the Top Professional Chef" during the Let the Guys Cook charity event, which was held at the Houstonian and bene-fited Cancer Counseling, Inc. Skyline was named best bar with a view by Texas Monthly, as well as a multiple recipient of Citysearch'sBest of designation, and Most Romantic Restaurant by the Houston Chronicle.

In October of 2008, Jason departed from the restaurant scene to fulfill a more personal craving in the ministry field. He soon opened theBay Area Christian Church [BACC] Pantry Kitchen. Using his professional knowledge and relationships, he gave his customers the oppor-tunity to purchase restaurant quality meat and produce for a fraction of the price of typical grocery stores.


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11 ..............................The SCENE’s Great Chefs13 ..Seen by The SCENE: Big Ben Grand Opening17 ................................Feature: Bakkhus Taverna19 ....Arts: Film Column Lights..Camera..Action!20................Arts: SCENE Cultural Arts Calendar21................Arts: Voices By the Bay: The Movie22 ..................Arts: SBS BAHB&T Media Brunch24 & 25 ............................................SCENE Style27 - 36 Weekends on the Water (Visitor’s Guide)28, 29......................................Area Attractions30 ..................Kemah Crawfish Festival Preview32 & 33 ..................Map: Where to Eat & Drink34 ..................Wednesday Night Races Preview

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4/12 ........................Wood N Wind4/13 ........................Dave Nevling4/14 ..................4 Barrel Ramblers4/15 ............................Navigators4/16 ..............Last House on the Left4/17 ......................Cheap Whiskey

4/19 ........................Wood N Wind4/20 ....................4 Barrel Ramblers4/21 ....................Grateful Geezers4/22 ........Ezra Charles & Tx Blues Band4/23 ..........................Crossroads4/24................Shane Barnhill Band

4/26 ........................Wood N Wind4/27 ..........................Southbound4/28 ....................Grateful Geezers4/29 ..................Pee Wee Bowen Band4/30 ........................Hanna’s Reef5/1 ..................Shane Barnhill Band

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happy hourMon-Fri • 11am-7pm

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TUESDAY • 1/2-PRICE BOTTLED WINEValid on entire wine list

WEDNESDAY • $8Hot Boiled Shrimp + Snow Crab

THURSDAY • BOTTOMLESS PASTA • $11includes Salad, Soup, Fresh Bread

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valid at these locations:Baybrook 281 332 8226

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Come Try MASA HOT ROCK BEEFAvailable only at NASA Rd. 1 Location

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NewHAPPY DAYEvery Sun, Mon, Tues

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MAMACITA’S LOCATIONS:515 E. NASA RD. 1 • 281-332-536215335 I-45 NORTH • 281-876-36637325 SPENCER HWY • 281-476-9545

EL JARDIN:7849 HARRISBURG • 713-921-3633

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HAPPY HOURMon-Wed 11-10pmThurs-Sat 11-7pm$3.95 Ritas$1.75 Dom Draft

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