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Owensboro EditionMARCH 2009

PUBLISHERBashar Hamami

BUSINESS MANAGERSharon Tindle

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MANAGING EDITORAshley Sollars

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PROMOTIONSCasey McCoy

V.P OF SALESDeborah Wilkinson

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OWENSBOROACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Rusella [email protected]

(270) 485-2292

EVANSVILLEACCOUNT EXECUTIVES

Beth CulverSales Manager

Lindsey ByersCarolyn Cummings

Keith LaCrosse

STAFF WRITERSNick DurcholzMelissa Kaiser

CONTRIBUTORSAbby Bauder, Chad Benefi eld,

MomKat, Brandon Kaelin, Charlize Smith, Swami B2. Rob

Wickett, Max Wilkinson,Todd Zachritz

WEB PROGRAMMINGJeff Lingis

PRODUCTION SUPERVISORAmanda Smith

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GRAPHIC ARTISTJaqulyn Woolsey

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERMark McCoy

ON THE COVERTHIS ISSUE

THE PAJAMA GAMEPhoenix Entertainment

PHOTOGRAPHY BYScott Suchman

10 RESTAURANT

15 CLUBS

16 NIGHT LIFE

19 ROAD TRIP TO EVANSVILLE

20 ARTS & ETC.

23 SHOPPING

GUIDES

REVIEWS

12 FOOD28 MUSIC29 MOVIES30 DVDS

4 From the Balcony By Melissa KaiserRPC presents Jam Theatrical’s The Pajama GameOSO presents The Splendor of ViennaODT presents In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky.

6 Celtic Woman Embark on US Tour By MomKatSee how the fi rst stop went for the international sensation known as Celtic Woman and when you can see the girls for yourself.

7 Bluegrass Returns to Its RootsBy Max WilkinsonWith so many festivals falling prey to the economy, will the beloved annual Bluegrass festival return to Owensboro? You bet! And we have the lineup!

8 Spring Break Destinations By Abby Bauder Don’t sit on your butt during Spring Break! Check out these 10 hot desti-nations – some are only a couple of hours away from Owensboro!

12 What’s Cookin’ By MomKatMoonlight is more than Bar-B-Q…

13 Kids’ PageBy MomKatRated G happenings that families can enjoy together!

14 The SpeakerboxxxA soapbox for local musicians

22 Horrorscopes By Swami B2

24 Dress to the NinesBy Charlize SmithJunior League of Owensboro Hosts Annual Charity Ball

26 New Exhibits OpeningBy Melissa Kaiser The Owensboro Museum of Science and History’s new exhibit The World We Create and the Owensboro Mu-seum of Fine Art’s thought provok-ing new exhibit - The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century

27 The Usual SuspectsBy Ben GlennSuspect Stereo – Here today and gone tomorrow…

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The the-atre pro-ductions

slated for this March are as diverse as they are splendid. The RiverPark Center will present the

Tony award-winning musical, The Pajama Game; the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra will present a beautiful concert, The Splendor of Vienna; and the Owensboro Dance Theatre will present their newest production – In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky. Each of these fabulous shows will remind you in their own unique way, just why you love theatre! On March 31, The Riv-erPark Center presents yet an-other marvelous production, The Pajama Game, as a part of their 2008-2009 Broadway at the Riv-erPark season. This high-energy production, will not only keep you laughing out loud, but have you humming along to some of its show-stopping musical numbers, including such hits as “Once a Year Day,” “Steam Heat,” “Seven and a Half Cents” and several others. The musical’s plot cen-ters around the workers of a Pa-jama Factory and their perspec-tive strike – specifi cally focusing on the entertaining relationship between the factory manager, Sid, and the head of the Union grievance commit-tee, Babe. Throw in some quirky comedic skills and impressive fancy footwork, and this pro-duction quickly grabs your attention and holds on tight right through the end! Sponsored by BB&T and Century Aluminum, the Tony Award winning, The Paja-ma Game is a guaranteed enjoyable evening! Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at the RiverPark Center Box Offi ce, online at www.riverparkcenter.org, or charge-by-phone at 270-687-2787. On March 7, the Owensboro Sym-phony Orchestra will perform an enchanting concert entitled The Splendor of Vienna. Such classical treats as Mendelssohn’s “A Midsum-mer Night’s Dream Overture,” Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4 and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6’ “Pastorale” will fi ll the rafters of Canon Hall. Guest violinist Elina Vähälä, will astound

us with her extraordinary talent. Ms. Vähälä be-gan playing the violin at the age three and had her fi rst concerto debut at age 12. Shas since performed all over the world – from Beijing to South Africa and everywhere in between. Ms. Vähälä’s impressive repertoire ranges from Baroque to Contemporary, making her a per-fect fi t to play alongside the OSO. Just like their theme for this season states, you do not want to miss a beat of The Splendor of Vienna! Sponsored by Barton Brands and National City, Tickets prices are $12, $25 to $32. Visit www.theoso.com or call RiverPark Center Box Offi ce at (270) 687-2787 for more information and details. On March 21 at 7 p.m. at the River-Park Center, The Owensboro Dance Theatre will perform another spectacular showing of In Concert; this time featuring a special per-formance entitled Kentucky, Oh Kentucky. The fi rst act of the production In Concert

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Melissa KaiserStaff Writer

Its exuberance and spontaneity makes the entire

theatre crackle with energy”- Variety

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will feature “a variety of new works choreo-graphed by both professional guest artists from around the country and ODT’s own ar-tistic staff, showcasing the four major artistic dance forms, ballet, jazz, tap, and modern.” The second act, Kentucky, Oh Kentucky will explore “the state’s past, present, and future, from Bluegrass to basketball; from Abraham Lincoln to Muhammad Ali; from Lexington to Owensboro.” Professional guest artists, ODT Company and Apprentice Company, and members of the community will be featured in this 100+ cast member production. Tradi-tional Bluegrass music and several unique-to-the-state tunes will add some pizzazz to this already spectacular show! Don’t miss this uplifting production! For ticket information, call the RiverPark Center box offi ce at 270-687-2787. Unfortunately, Owensboro’s The-atre season is winding down as April brings fi -nal productions for the 2008-2009 season, so take advantage of each of these spectacular shows and show your support for the arts!

The Pajama Game jumps with joy”

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In a fundraiser for WNIN Public Television, Evans-ville was pleased to host

Celtic Woman in its final dress rehearsal perfor-mance before embarking on its 2009 “Isle of Hope” world tour. For those of you left

wondering, Celtic Woman is a musical ensemble comprising five Irish female art-ists; vocalists Lynn Hillary, Chloë Agnew, Lisa Kelly, Alex Sharpe and fiddler Máiré-ad Nesbitt. The group’s repertoire ranges from Irish standards to classical favorites and contemporary hits. To date, the group has released four albums, Celtic Woman, Celtic Woman: A Christmas Celebration, Celtic Woman: A New Journey and Celtic Woman: The Greatest Journey and have undertaken a number of world tours. Not just a concert, the mood is set with the background of a phenomenal sound and light show. You find yourself transported to another place, another time as the angelic sopranos take turns bathing you with their pure, graceful and articulate ballads ranging from charming and whimsi-cal, to haunting and soul stirring. Exquisite-ly designed gowns by Irish designer Synan O’Mahoney adorn the performance.

An integral component to the en-semble is the astounding fiddler, Mairead Nesbitt, who in herself personifies the vi-sion of Irish song and dance. She com-mands the fiddle in true Irish style in the midst of spirited and animated frolic. Al-most nymph-like, with long luminous locks and gown in swirling motion, she parades and creates an atmosphere of flirtation and tantalization. The result is a dynamic show of dance and fiddling. One can only guess as to whether her steps are choreo-graphed. One thing for sure, you’ll not take your eyes off her lest you miss a step your-self. The percussion is extraordinary. Using a variety of drums it manages to get underneath the music, hold it, and partake in the mesmerizing hypnosis that is going on within the audience. Celtic Woman has been referred to as “Riverdance for the voice.” Almost magical, it is truly spellbinding. Along with its 19 member ensemble, the 2009 “Isle of Hope” tour will dazzle the eye, enchant the ear and stimulate both mind and heart. For more information on Celtic Woman and their upcoming US tour, visit www.celtic-woman.com.

MomKatContributor

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Celtic Woman has been referred to as “Riverdance for the voice.” Almost magical, it is truly spellbinding.


Ready for some music that’s finger-pickin’ good? Then get yourself to the 8th Annual Bluegrass Returns to its Roots Festival in Owensboro KY.

The festival will be held April 2-4 at River Park Center, and quite a festival it will be! The RiverPark Center hosted The International Blue-grass Music Association’s Annual Award Show from 1992 to 1995, so it is a very fitting and natural setting for the Bluegrass festival. The star-studded event will be held RiverPark Center’s Cannon Hall and will seat up to

1,500 people per show. And to add to the nostalgia of the event, the Riv-erPark Center is adjacent to the International Bluegrass Music Museum. Festival attendees can enjoy the museum and then walk up the steps to the performing arts hall to see some of the hottest pickers and singers in Bluegrass today. In addition to the shows, attend-ees can also enjoy a variety of extras, spe-cial packages and tours in-cluding IBMM tours, IBMM films presenta-tions, bus tours to Rosine, KY, (Bill Monroe’s c h i l d h o o d home), lunches and/or dinner at the world-famous Moon-light Bar B-Q, artist meet-and-greets, and other exciting events. This year’s festival equals the top awards shows, with the Grammy, IBMA, and SPBGMA award-winning talent scheduled to per-form. Artists include: Dailey and Vincent (2008 winner of 6 IBMA awards, including Entertainer of the Year), Dale Ann Bradley (the reigning 2008 IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year), Steep Canyon Rangers (nominated IBMA emerging artist of the Year),Grammy-nominated J.D. Crowe and the New South, Michael Cleveland and Flamekeepers, Bradley Walk-er, Lonesome River Band, and The Josh Williams Band. More special guests and events will be announced. Special pricing for the two and three day inclusive packages are available through the Owensboro Convention and Visitors Bureau at www.visitowensboro.com or by calling 1-800-489-1131. For more in-formation or for individual ticket and package prices to this year’s festi-val, guests are encouraged to call the RiverPark Center Box Office at 1-877-639-6978 or visit www.riverparkcenter.org. Tickets start at $30.00 for a one day pass or $75.00 for a three day pass. This is a lot of music and entertainment for a very low price. Make plans to attend this superb Bluegrass Festival!

KentuckyBluegrass

Returns to Owensboro

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Spring Break 2009, Baby!

Abby BauderContributor

So, it’s that time of year again when mid-terms are coming up, the weather is getting warmer, bikinis are the fi rst thing you see when you walk into Target and plans are being fi nalized. Yes, that’s right – it’s Spring Break 2009, baby! I have constructed a top 10 list of the top spring break destinations for 2009 for all of you “last minute” planners.

• Approximately 12 hours from Owensboro

• Home of Disney World, Pleasure Island and Downtown Disney!

• Must see hotel: Bahama Bay Villa Resort


• Home of Busch Gardens

• Must see hotel: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

• Better book a fl ight for this destination!

• Home of the most international glamour

• Must see hotel: Atlantis


• Home of the Nashville PredatorsHockey team!

• Must see hotel: Hotel Preston

(great value andbeautiful rooms)


• Home of crystal clear water and sugar white sand

• Must see hotel: Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort

• Better book a fl ight for this destination!

• Home of the sexiest beaches on earth!

• Must see hotel: Le Blanc Spa Resort All Inclusive



• Home of the best ski resort for college students

• Must see hotel: Ponderosa Condominiums

• Approximately 20 hours from Owensboro (you may want to book a fl ight!)

• Home of the largest spring break venue in the US

• Must see hotel: Holiday Inn (GREAT value)


• Friendly people, gorgeous beaches and beautiful warm gulf water

• Must see hotel: Lani Kai


• Home of the largest student parties in the US!

• Must see hotel: Origin at Seaheaven

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Barbeque

George’s Bar-B-Q1362 E 4th St 926-9276Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn2840 W. Parrish Ave 684-8143$5-$15/Casuals/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Old Hickory B-B-Q338 Washington Ave 926-9000Under $10/Casulll/All Major Credit Cards

Ole South Barbeque3523 Highway 54 E 926-6464Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Café & Bakery

Cheddar’s Casual Café3040 Highland Pointe Dr.Under $10/Casual/All MajorCredit Cards

Daily Delicious603 Park Plaza Dr. 685-2468Under $10/Casual/VISA,MC

Johnnie’s Jungle Café819 E. 9th St 686-8424Under $10/Casual

Miss Daisy’s Tea Room404 E. 24th St 684-5001Under $15-$25/Casual/Reservations Reccomended/All Major Credit Cards

Panera Bread4600 Frederica St. 683-9033Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Tammy’s Bakery1731 W. Parrish Ave 689-1988Under $10/Casual

Chinese

Hong Kong Chinese1650 Starlite Dr. 852-7777Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

House of Canton2845 W. Parish Ave 683-7662Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

House of Chiu3011 Frederica St 926-6451Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

New China Buffet Restaurant4768 Frederica St 683-7363Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Super Buffet3200 Villa Point, Suite A 684-8858Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards

Deli

Colby’s Deli and Cafe401 Frederica 684-2495Under $10/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Great Harvest Bread Co.3211 Frederica St. 691-0093Under $10/Casual/Catering

Family/Homestyle

Barney’s420 Frederica St. 683-8919Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Bob Evans3123 Kentucky Hwy 54 683-3515$10-$15/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Cadaillac Restaurant & Grecian1315 W. 2nd St. 685-1020Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Cracker Barrel5311 Frederica St. 684-4118Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Country Ham Restaurant5421 U.S. Hwy. 60 W. 926-9249Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

restaurantsrestaurantsO W E N S B O R O


Diamond Lake Resort& Campground7301 Hobbs Rd 229-0001Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

JD’s Restaurant1420 Breckenridge St. 683-9419Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Lambert’s Diner12637 Highway 231Utica, KYUnder $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

O’Charley’s Restaurant5205 Frederica St 686-8780Under $10/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Pangea Café1320 Carter Rd.270-689-9824Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Ryan’s Family Steakhouse4500 Frederica St 691-9787Under $10/Casual/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

The 8 Ball Restaurant1846 Triplett 683-3693Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

The Royce Restaurant704 W 2nd St 685-5940Under $10/Casual

Shoney’s4710 Frederica St. 686-7217Under $10/CasualAll Major Credit CardsT.G.I. Fridays5135 Frederica 686-1910$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Fine Dining

Briarpatch Restaurant2760 Veach Rd 685-3329Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Colby’s Fine Food and Spirits202 W Third St 685-4239Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations/Checks Accepted/ Major Credit Cards

Z’s1100 Walnut St. 852-2322$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Greek

The Famous Bistro102 W 2nd St 686-8202$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Beer & Wine/All Major Credit Cards

Italian

Niko’s Italian Cuisine2200 E Parrish Ave 270-852-1618$10-$15/Casual/Reservations Accepted/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

The Olive Garden Restaurant5204Frederica St 683-4848Under $10/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Japanese

Fuji Japanese Steak House4028 Frederica St. 685-0046 / 685-0048$10-$20/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Ninki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi BarHwy. 54 (Next to Kohl’s)$5-$10/Casual/Full Bar/MC, Visa

Shogun Steak, Seafood & Sushi Bar5010 Wildcat Way(by Walmart)270-685-9980$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Reservations Reccomended/All Major Credit Cards

Tokyo Japanese RestaurantFountain Sq., Frederica St.926-1020$5-$10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Mexican

Casa Martinez3332 Villa Pt 683-4191Under $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Don Julio Mexican3955 E. 4th St. 689-2125Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

El Toribio3034 E 4th St 683-8361101 Frederica St 685-2040630 Emory Drive 691-6133Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Credit Cards

Los Amigos Mexican1146 Carter Rd. 926-4560Town Square MallUnder $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/MC,VISA

Real Hacienda636 Southtown Blvd 685-59503118 E. Alvey Park Dr.684-5595Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Salsarita’s Fresh CantinaHwy. 54 (Next to Kohl’s)Under $10/Casual/Beer & Wine/MC, Visa

Pizza & Wings

54 Pizza Express1700 Starlite 683-54003101 E. Alvey Park Dr. 683-5454Under $10/Casual/Credit Cards

Buffalo Wild Wings4736 Frederica St. 686-7800Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA,MC

Cecilia’s Pizza1741 Scherm Rd. 684-0050Under $10/Casual/VISA,MC

Johnny B’s Amazing Wings & Things4820 Frederica St. 688-8100Hwy 41 S. Henderson 830-7700Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

MaMa Lea’s Pizza4748 Frederica St. 685-4700$5-$15/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Maloney’s Roca Bar3030 Highland Point Dr. 684-8080Under $10/Casual/All Major Credit Cards

Pizza by the Guy3115 Commonwealth Ct.686-86031915 W. Parrish Ave.Suite 100 685-4694Under $10/Casual/VISA, MC

Pizzaroma1401 Carter Rd 684-11713011 Frederica St 684-06113020 Hwy 60 E 691-0064Under $10/Casual/ Credit Cards

Private Dining

The Summit6501 Summit Dr. 281-4653Under $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Pubs

Applebee’s Grill and Bar5120 Frederica St 926-3472Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Bacchus Bar & Grill119 E. 2nd St. 684-9880$10 - $25/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit CardsBlind Parrot736 Frederica St (270) 684-5554$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Bully’s Bar & Grill1900 Lantaff Blvd. Madisonville, KY (270) 821-8620Under $10/Casual/Full Bar

Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill1230 Burlew Blvd. 689-0200Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/VISA,MC

O’Bryans Bar & Grill7006 Hwy. 815 229-9100Under $10/Casual/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit Cards

Taylor’s Sport Street Cafe2509 W. Parrish Ave 683-5577Under $10/Casual/Reservations/Full Bar/Checks Accepted/All Major Credit

Seafood

Red Lobster3410 Frederica St 926-4044Between $10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Steaks

Texas Roadhouse943 Moseley 689-0086$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Tumbleweed5257 Frederica St. 685-4111$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards

Vietnamese

Pho Viet3600 Frederica St. Suite 7Hwy. 270-691-9022$10-$15/Casual/Full Bar/All Major Credit Cards


Moonlite Bar-B-Q is world-famous for not only the tantalizing

blend of spices that make up a legendary barbeque sauce but also the distinctive hick-ory flavor that permeates its quality meat. Slow-cooked in custom-built hickory fired pits, even President Clinton visited

the restaurant to sample the sauce on his way through Owensboro. It is no secret that Moon-lite’s renowned barbecue is worth taking time out of running the country but did you know that Moonlite also offers an extensive catering menu that stretches far beyond BBQ? We began our tasting with beef ten-derloin and roasted pork tenderloin that was smoked on the hickory pits. Full of robust flavor, it all but melted in our mouths. According to the

Moonlite catering staff, these are favorites when choosing a menu for special occasions. We also sampled a thick, juicy medium-rare cut of prime rib. Meticulously aged, then slow-roasted to seal in the sa-vory beef flavor and tenderness, Moonlite’s prime rib is served with a tempting au jus to add a splash of savor to the meat. If red meat seems too heavy for your party, try the lemon chicken parmesan. A sautéed boneless breast of chick-en, baked in white wine and lemon cream sauce and topped with fresh mushrooms, this dish will give your guests a lighter alternative without sacrificing flavor. After you choose your meat, Moonlite catering offers a

plethora of gourmet sides that are far from baked beans and potato salad. To ac-company most of the meat dishes, a starch side pairs nicely. Moonlite offers several signature sides including twice baked potatoes, mashed red new potatoes and a baked mac-aroni and cheese. Next, we sampled the marinated as-paragus spears, hearts of palm and artichoke hearts. It lent a perfect lightness to the heavier dishes. Moonlite’s lunches and din-ners add a defining touch to your affair but the appetizers and desserts will definitely be the icing on the cake! Moonlite prepares an as-sortment of appetizers that are as pleasing to the eye as they are the palate. What-ever your theme, Moonlite can create a food display that doubles as decoration. Recently, the catering team created an island-themed fruit, cheese and hickory smoked salmon display that made guests feel as if they

had stepped into the tropics. At another event, fruit and cheese were placed atop authentic bourbon barrels to create a rustic distillery feel. Fresh honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, kiwi, grapes and strawberries along with ten differ-ent cheeses including baby Swiss, Colby, brie, smoked Gouda and pepper jack refresh the pal-ate and enhance the appearance of your event. Finally, to top off your meal, choose from a variety of homemade desserts including frothy coconut pie, rich and creamy chocolate pie, red velvet cake and my favorite – banana cream pie. With thick pudding, ripe bananas, whipped cream and a buttery crust, the banana cream pie ended our meal on a sweet note. When you choose Moonlite catering for your event, you can feature world-famous BBQ or choose from a never-ending list of op-tions as you can request whatever your heart desires. Moonlite’s experienced, professional staff has catered events as small as intimate luncheons up to parties of 10,000 including the annual Maker’s Mark Derby party in Louisville, KY, and various local galas and balls. Bar-tending services are also available. Visit www.moonlite.com for a price list and to see more of the options Moonlite offers. To schedule an appointment call Jeanie Heath or Mike Clark at 270-684-8143.

Moonlite Bar-B-Q Goes Beyond BBQ

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Jack Fisher Park 687-8700 • 1530 McJohnson Ave. • owensboroparks.org

BPA Baseball World Series Qualifi er March 21-22NSA Fast Pitch World Series Qualifi er March 28-29

Owensboro Ice Arena 687-8720 • 1215 Parkview Dr . • owensboro.org

Dollar Night March 14 from 7-10 PM $1 Admission$1 Skate Rental$1 Drinks and Popcorn

Special Session - Admission $2.50March 6th at 7:00 PM, 7th at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM, & March 8th at 1:00 PM

Owensboro Parks & Recreation 687-8700 • owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Area Runners and Walking Club Monday - Friday at 4 PM and Sun-days at 7:30 AMMeets at Legion Park to train

Spring Day Camp Registration Dead-line - March 13 St. Patrick’s Day Dash 5K Run/Walk and 10 K Run March 21 at 7:15 AMBegins in Malco Theatre parking lot. Registration is $15 before March 13 and $20 after

Children’s Spring Tennis LessonsRegistration Deadline - Session 1March 27

Golf (ages 5-7)Registration Deadline - March 27

Spring Day Camp March 30-31 $45/half week and $64/whole week. Campers need to bring a sack lunch. Breakfast is available for $1/day. Morning & afternoon snacks provided.

Owensboro Sportscenter 687-8330 • 1215 Hickman Ave. • owensborosportscenter.org

KY Bison’sAdmission PricesGeneral Adm Child under 12: $6.00General Adm Student/Military/Senior w/ ID: $10.00General Adm Adult: $12.00

Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Blazers March 5 at 7:00 PM

Kentucky Bisons vs. Knoxville March 7 at 7:00 PM

Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Wild March 8 at 2:00 PM

Elevation 2009 March 20 at 6:30 PMCharlie Hall with guest speaker Rob-bie Robison $20 (whole weekend) March 21 at 10:30 AMGiveaways, workshops, free pizza, Kaleb Scharmahorn $20 (weekend)

River Park Center 687-2770 • 101 Daviess St. • river-parkcenter.org

ATK/OSO - Beethoven Reviews Core Content March 6 at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM

Third Tuesday Writer’s Coffeehouse March 17 at 7:00 PMWriting, music and humor FREE

ATK/ODT - In Concert featuringKentucky, Oh Kentucky March 20 at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM

ODT In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh Kentucky March 21 at 7:00 PM

MomKatContributor

Make sure you register your kids with Owensboro Parks

& Recreation for spring tennis lessons by March 27th!


Eric Duke Drums & Percus-sion(Modern Country, Dishonest John, Dennis and The Masters of The Universe)

Drums: Mapex Pro M SeriesCymbals: Stagg (EMD)

Sticks: Zildjian Heavy JazzCongas and Bongos: Verve

Having played music in some format or an-other for the last 38 years (yeah count ‘em), I can honestly say that I have had my hands on just about every drum or cymbal ever made - Ludwig, Tama, Pearl, Rogers - but I could never quite achieve the sound that I was hearing in my head until I got a Mapex kit.

Mine are the Pro M series - all maple shells in tobacco burst fi nish. Gorgeous! For cymbals I use Stagg. Having again played about every cymbal on the planet - Zildjian, Sabian, Paiste, Wuhan - I have chosen to play Stagg Cymbals because in side by side comparisons to every Avedis Zildjian and Sabian on the wall at Moore Music, they were by far the best sound-ing, AND most cost effective. I am constantly experimenting with sticks, but right now I’m liking Zildjian Heavy Jazz. My congas and bongos are Verve.

Matt Camp Calling Corners

My main guitars are a custom shop silver sparkle Epiphone Les Paul (loaded with Tone Pros and Seymour Duncan) and a Larrivee LV09E acoustic. I have played every acous-tic out there and I knew this one the one as soon as I picked it up! I also sometimes use a beautiful Gibson ES335 electric for the more

quiet stuff that needs those singing notes and nuances. My rig includes a Line 6 Flextone III amp with a longboard foot controller for ac-cess to tons of presets and “stompbox” type control for all the on-board digital effects in the amp. I keep a BBE Sonic Maximizer in the

effects loop to make it absolutely punch and sparkle. I am also currently having a celestion loaded custom extension cabinet built for the rig. My chain between the guitar and amp usually includes a Boss PQ4 Parametric EQ, a Roctron Banshee Talkbox (I’m bringing it back!),and an Electro Harmonix Small Stone Phase Shifter. I’ve recently added an EBOW (elec-tric bow) to my arsenal too. I love gadgets! Come check us out at our upcoming local gigs at Woody’s and Fast Eddy’s and see what you think of my set-up in person!

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2nd Street Bar

820 W 2nd St.

270-683-7422

The 8 Ball

1846 Triplett St.

270-683-3693

Bacchus Bar &

Grill

119 E. 2nd St.

270-684-9880

Blind Parrot SS

736 Frederica St.

270-684-5554

Buffalo Wild

Wings SS

4736 Frederica

St.

270-686-7800

The Boiler Room

1100 Walnut St.

270-684-4999

Bully’s Bar &

Grill

1900 Lantaff Blvd.

(next to Days Inn)

Madisonville, KY

(270) 825-9282

Chubby’s Bar

2210 W. 2nd St.

270-689-2200

Club 300 Lounge

600 E. 14th St.

270-684-5372

Club 701

701 Frayser St.

270-314-5008

Crazy Scorpion

Saloon

4416 Hwy. 60

East

270-240-4583

Equals Bar, LLC

1006 E. 4th St.

270-313-0820

Frankie’s Sports

Bar & Grill

1230 Burlew Blvd.

270-689-0020

HD Shakers

414 West 2nd St.

270-926-6431

Johnny B’s

Amazing Wings

& Things

4820 Frederica

St.

270-688-8100

Millay’s Tavern

9431 HWY 144,

Philpot KY

270-681-0736

Milligans

Lounge

3136 W. 2nd St.

270-685-3946

O’Bryan’s Bar &

Grill

7006 Hwy 815

270-229-9100

Our Place

718 West 9th St.

270-683-9882

Pappy’s

604 Crabtree Ave.

270-684-4573

Sixty West

800 W. 2nd St.

270-689-9907

Taylor’s Bar &

Grill

2509 W. Parrish

Ave.

270-683-5577

The Yellow Rose

3220 W. 2nd St.

270-926-6104

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Friday, February 27Big Ed’s -- The Sundown BandBlind Parrot -- DJMilligan’s Lounge -- Third TriSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Old School NightTaylor’s Bar & Grill -- DJThe Boiler Room -- DJ Your Way Equals -- Karaoke Royale/The Vagina MonologuesFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Rukkus

Saturday, February 28Big Ed’s -- The Sundown BandBlind Parrot -- DJMilligan’s Lounge -- Black Oak ArkansasOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- New School NightTaylor’s Bar & Grill -- DJ with Toga PartyThe Boiler Room -- DJ Your Way Right to Life of Owensboro -- Right To Life Fellowship - St. Pius X Parish Hall - Silent Auction, Food, Fun, FellowshipEquals -- The Vagina MonologuesFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Rukkus

Sunday, March 1Our Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsBlind Parrot -- Karaoke

Monday, March 2Big Ed’s -- APA 8 Ball Pool League/Karaoke with Songbird/Customer Appreciation NightFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- 8 Ball LeaguesMilligans Lounge -- APA Pool League/ Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 8 Ball LeaguesThe Boiler Room -- Beer Pong

Tuesday, March 3Big Ed’s -- Bike Night/Free Pool and Lessons with BuzzardMilligans Lounge -- Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Ladies

Nite Tuesdays: Jack and Jill Pool TournamentThe Boiler Room -- Open Mic Night with Andy BrasherEquals -- Country Dance LessonsFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Inside Cornhole League

Wednesday, March 4Big Ed’s -- Open Mic Night with Roy Kyle/ APA 9 Ball LeagueMilligans Lounge -- Karaoke with Caveman/APA Pool League Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Open Mic NightThe Boiler Room -- Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and KaraokeBlind Parrot -- DJ

Thursday, March 5Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdMilligans Lounge -- Comedy Cara-van/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Col-lege NightThe Boiler Room -- Flip CupBlind Parrot -- KaraokeEquals -- Piano Bar Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and KaraokeOwensboro Sportscenter -- Ken-tucky Bisons vs. W.V. Blazers Blind Parrot -- DJ

Friday, March 6Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Flat StanleyMilligans Lounge -- (Rockin Doc’s) InterfaceSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Old School NightThe Boiler Room -- DJ RomeoBlind Parrot -- Andy Brasher and Terry PayneEquals -- Karaoke RoyaleBlind Parrot -- DJ

Saturday, March 7Big Ed’s – Gridlock/9 Ball Tourna-ment Bar Rules

Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Flat Stanley

Milligans Lounge -- (Rockin Doc’s) InterfaceOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- New School NightThe Boiler Room -- DJ RomeoTowne Square Mall -- America’s Fabulous Faces Pageant/Isotopes RC Airplane Club Show Blind Parrot -- Brad Snap Acoustic Equals -- Country Dance Night

Owensboro Sportscenter -- Ken-tucky Bisons vs. River Park Center -- OSO - The Splendor of Vienna - Featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No.6, Mozart’s Violin Concerto and Mendelssohn’s Midsummers Night Dream Overture by violinist Elina Vahalla.Blind Parrot -- DJ

Sunday, March 8Our Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsTowne Square Mall -- Isotopes RC Airplane Club Show

Owensboro Sportscenter -- Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Blind Parrot -- Karaoke

Monday, March 9Big Ed’s -- APA 8 Ball Pool League/Karaoke with Songbird/Customer Appreciation NightFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- 8 Ball LeaguesMilligan’s Lounge -- APA Pool League/ Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 8 Ball LeaguesThe Boiler Room -- Beer Pong

Tuesday, March 10Big Ed’s -- Bike Night/Free Pool and Lessons with BuzzardMilligan’s Lounge -- Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Ladies Nite Tuesdays: Jack and Jill Pool TournamentThe Boiler Room -- Open Mic Night with Andy BrasherEquals -- Country Dance LessonsFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Inside Cornhole League

Wednesday, March 11Big Ed’s -- Open Mic Night with

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Roy Kyle/ APA 9 Ball LeagueMilligan’s Lounge -- Karaoke with Caveman/Pool League Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Open Mic NightThe Boiler Room – Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and KaraokeBlind Parrot -- DJ

Thursday, March 12Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdBlind Parrot -- Sectional Tourna-mentMilligan’s Lounge -- Comedy Caravan/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- College NightThe Boiler Room -- Flip CupBlind Parrot – Karaoke/DJEquals -- Piano Bar Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and Karaoke

Friday, March 13Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdBlind Parrot -- Sectional Tourna-mentEllis Park -- Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Static Milligans Lounge -- Rukkus O’Bryan’s Bar & Grill -- Pete BeardSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Old School NightThe Boiler Room -- Anywhere But HereTowne Square Mall -- Baseball Cards and Collectables ShowBlind Parrot -- Andy Brasher and Terry Payne/DJEquals -- Karaoke Royale

Saturday, March 14Big Ed’s -- 9 Ball Tournament Bar Rules/ Grand Opening Myspace Party w/ Third TryBlind Parrot -- Sectional Tourna-mentFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Static Milligan’s Lounge -- Rukkus O’Bryan’s Bar & Grill -- State RadioOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- New School NightThe Boiler Room -- Durty Walrus

Towne Square Mall -- Baseball Cards and Collectables Show/Easter Train BeginsBlind Parrot -- Brad Snap Acous-tic/DJEquals -- Country Show

Sunday, March 15Blind Parrot -- Sectional Tourna-mentOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsBlind Parrot -- Karaoke

Monday, March 16Big Ed’s -- APA 8 Ball Pool League/Karaoke with Songbird/Customer Appreciation NightFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- 8 Ball LeaguesMilligan’s Lounge -- APA Pool League/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 8 Ball LeaguesThe Boiler Room -- Beer Pong

Tuesday, March 17Big Ed’s -- Bike Night/Free Pool and Lessons with BuzzardBlind Parrot -- St Patrick’s Day PartyFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- St. Patty’s Day PartyMilligans Lounge -- Karaoke with Caveman/Patty’s Day Suspect StereoOur Place-Owensboro -- Ladies Nite Tuesdays: Jack and Jill Pool Tournament/St. Patrick’s Day FeastThe Boiler Room -- St Patrick’s Day Party with Andy Brasher - Leprechaun Costume Contest PartyWKTG -- St. Patrick’s Day Party Bus Rolls OutEquals -- St. Patty’s Day Party/Country Dance LessonsFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Inside Cornhole LeagueRiver Park Center -- Third Tues-day Writer’s Coffeehouse - Writ-ing, music and humor FREE

Wednesday, March 18Big Ed’s -- Open Mic Night with Roy Kyle/ APA 9 Ball LeagueMilligans Lounge -- Karaoke with Caveman/Pool League Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Open Mic NightThe Boiler Room -- Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ


and KaraokeBlind Parrot -- DJ

Thursday, March 19Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdMilligans Lounge -- Comedy Cara-van/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Col-lege NightThe Boiler Room -- Flip CupBlind Parrot – Karaoke/DJEquals -- Piano Bar Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and Karaoke

Friday, March 20Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Stompbox 40Milligans Lounge -- Flat StanleyO’Bryan’s Bar & Grill -- Andrea Tanaro and the Optional Italian BandSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Old School NightThe Boiler Room -- DJ Your Way Blind Parrot -- Andy Brasher and Terry PayneOwensboro Sportscenter -- Eleva-tion 2009 Equals -- Karaoke RoyaleBlind Parrot -- DJ

Saturday, March 21Big Ed’s -- 9 Ball Tournament Bar Rules/Colonel McAllisterFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Stompbox 40Milligan’s Lounge -- Flat StanleyOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- New School NightThe Boiler Room -- DJ Your Way WBKR -- Night at the Opry at the Grand Ole Opry - listen to Waking Crew beginning March 2nd for your chance to win ticketsTowne Square Mall -- Kids Health Fair - New Beginnings Owensboro Sportscenter -- Eleva-tion Blind Parrot -- Brad Snap Acous-tic/DJEquals -- First Annual Miss Equals Pageant


Monday, March 23Big Ed’s -- APA Pool League/Karaoke with Songbird/Customer Appreciation NightFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- 8 Ball LeaguesMilligan’s Lounge -- APA Pool League/Karaoke with Caveman

Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 8 Ball LeaguesThe Boiler Room -- Beer Pong

Tuesday, March 24Big Ed’s -- Bike Night/Free Pool and Lessons with BuzzardMilligan’s Lounge -- Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Ladies Nite Tuesdays: Jack and Jill Pool TournamentThe Boiler Room -- Open Mic Night with Andy BrasherEquals -- Country Dance LessonsFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Inside Cornhole League

Wednesday, March 25Big Ed’s -- Open Mic Night with Roy Kyle/APA 9 Ball LeagueMilligan’s Lounge -- Karaoke with Caveman/APA Pool League Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball LeaguesSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Open Mic NightThe Boiler Room -- Karaoke with Songbird Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and KaraokeBlind Parrot -- DJ

Thursday, March 26Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdMilligan’s Lounge -- Comedy Caravan/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Open Pool TournamentsSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Col-lege NightThe Boiler Room -- Flip CupBlind Parrot – Karaoke/DJEquals -- Piano Bar Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ and Karaoke

Friday, March 27Big Ed’s -- Karaoke with SongbirdFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Third TriSixty West Bar & Nightclub -- Old School NightThe Boiler Room -- Flat StanleyBlind Parrot -- Andy Brasher and Terry PayneRiver Park Center -- Classic Film Club Series

Equals -- Karaoke RoyaleBlind Parrot -- DJ

Saturday, March 28Big Ed’s -- Bad Penny/Ball Tourna-ment Bar RulesFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- The Anythings Our Place-Owensboro -- APA 9 Ball Leagues

Sixty West Bar & Nightclub -- New School NightThe Boiler Room -- Flat StanleyTowne Square Mall -- Easter Bunny ArrivalBlind Parrot -- Brad Snap Acous-tic/ DJEquals -- Post Offi ce Party


Monday, March 30Big Ed’s -- APA 8 Ball Pool League/Karaoke with Songbird/Customer Appreciation NightFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- 8 Ball LeaguesMilligan’s Lounge -- APA Pool League/Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- APA 8 Ball LeaguesThe Boiler Room -- Beer Pong

Tuesday, March 31Big Ed’s -- Bike Night/Free Pool and Lessons with BuzzardMilligans Lounge -- Karaoke with CavemanOur Place-Owensboro -- Ladies Nite Tuesdays: Jack and Jill Pool TournamentThe Boiler Room -- Open Mic Night with Andy BrasherEquals -- Country Dance LessonsFrankie’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Inside Cornhole LeagueRiver Park Center -- The Pajama Game

April 1-3Towne Square Mall -- Easter Bunny Photos and Visits


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Louisville, Nashville, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Indianapolis & moreat News4UOwensboro.com

Angel Mounds StateHistoric Site812-853-3956

Mar 28-29:”Four Winds” Native American Fine Arts Bazaar art show and sale

Audubon State Park270-826-2247Mar 21:Lecture about Atta Kul Kulla - Chero-kee Peace Chief - FREE

Casino Aztar812-433-4000Every Thursday: Karaoke Idol ContestMar 26:Karaoke Contest Finals Mar 1:Doc StockerMar 2-4:The MarlinairesMar 6-7:Herchel Bailey & The UnitMar 8:Greg Anderson Big BandMar 9-11:Bellinia DuoMar 13-14:The DevonshiresMar 15:Bob Minnette’s Swing CatsMar 16-18:The ShagadelicsMar 20-21:Randy Moore & The SuedesMar 22:Doc StockerMar 23-25:Nu Corp BandMar 27-28:Jimmy Church BandMar 29:Steve Greenwell TrioMar 30-31:Woody Creek

Evansville MuseumContemporaries812-425-2406 Mar 14:Grand Tour of Wines - wine tasting, education, silent auction, and hors devours. Entertainment by Matt Clark and Cory Christy. Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the door.

Evansville Museum of Arts,History & Science 812-425-2406Mar 1-31:New Dutch Realism ExhibitMar 20:Rite of Spring - enjoy dinner, drinks and music by the faculty and students of UofE’s music department $50

Executive Inn Evansville 812-424-8000Mar 7:Annual Stardust Gala for the American Cancer Society - theme: Escape to Paradise Island $150/person

Highland Inn 812-423-2546Mar 7:The Relics

Icon Bar & Nightclub 812-471-4872Wednesdays: Alternative Night with DJ Syi-moneThursdays: U-Call-It-NightMar 6:DJ Kasper

Mar 7/21:DJ KDoggMar 13:DJ KasperMar 14/28:DJ FigureMar 20:DJ EnokMar 27:Glam with DJ’s Figure/Opposite Day/Action Jackson

Ri Ra Irish Pub 426-0000Mar 3/10/24/31:Ri Ra Pub QuizMar 5:Karls KidsMar 7:McFlyMar 12:John HussmannMar 13:JEBMar 14:The FisticuffsMar 17:St. Patrick’s Day Party with Deaf MeganMar 19:Karls KidsMar 20:Casey WilliamsMar 21:Deaf MeganMar 26:John HussmannMar 27:JEBMar 28:BoskoMar 29:Irish Session

Roberts Stadium 812-476-1383Mar 7:Guns ‘n HosesMar 13:Harlem Globetrotters 2009 World TourMar 21:Professional Bull riding Enterprise Tour

Swonder Ice Arena 812-479-0989Mar 1/6/13:Evansville Ice Men Home Game

The Centre 812-435-5550Mar 6:Merle Haggard Mar 7-8:Antiques and Vintage Collectibles ShowMar 12:Tri-State Business ExpoMar 14:St. Patrick’s Run of LuckMar 16:Celebration of Diversity Distinguished Lecture with Tony DungyMar 25:Broadway Series: ‘RAIN, A Tribute to the Beatles’

Vanderburgh 4H Center 812-867-6217Mar 14:Crop for the Cure Expo benefi ting the Susan G. Komen Foundation

Victory Theatre 812-435-5550Mar 14:Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra Classic ‘For Love of Country’Mar 26: Tommy Emmanuel

Woody’s 812-468-9400Mar 1: Operation Rock Tour: Low Dough Show with Ashes of Soma, Joan Red and Calling Corners


arts guideEllis Park (Henderson) Mar 12-15: Kentucky Derby Future Wager Pool 2

Jack Fisher Park Mar 21-22: BPA Baseball World Series Qualifi er - Baseball tournament Mar 28-29: NSA Fast Pitch World Series Qualifi erApr 4-5: NSA Men’s Border Wars

Haunts of Owensboro Every Friday and Saturday or by special appointment: Downtown Walking Tours

Immaculate Church Mar 21 7:30 PM: Ballroom Dance Lesson Mar 21 8:00 PM: Owensboro Ballroom Dancing St. Patrick Dance Semi-Formal $10/adults and $5/students - bring hors d’oeuvres w/ cash bar provided

Int’l Bluegrass Museum EVERY SATURDAY: The International Bluegrass Music Museum’s Saturday Les-sons Apr 2-4: 8th Annual Bluegrass Returns To Its Roots Festival Featuring: Dailey & Vincent, Steep Canyon Rangers, J.D. Crowe & The New South, Josh Williams Band, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeep-ers, Bradley Walker, Dale Ann Bradley and Lonesome River Band

Owensboro Airport 1 Bullfrog Avenue Mar 6: Owensboro Home & Garden Show - Owensboro Homebuilder’s Association brings their annual show to the Owens-boro Daviess Co. Regional Airport at the MidAmerica Jet’s hangar.

Owensboro Ice Arena Fridays: Public SkateSaturdays: Public SkateSundays: Public SkateMar 6 7:00 PM: Special Session -Admission $2.50Mar 7 1:00 PM: Special Session -Admission $2.50Mar 7 7:00 PM: Special Session -Admission $2.50Mar 8 1:00 PM: Special Session -Admission $2.50Mar 14 7:00 PM: Dollar Night -

Admission: $1, Skate Rental: $1, Drink & Popcorn: $1

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art Mar 8-31: The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century - Enjoy this national touring exhibition presenting the state of Realistic painting around the world at the beginning of the 21st century.

Owensboro Museum of Science & History Through August 23 - The World We Create ExhibitPermanent Exhibits - SpeedZeum/En-counter, the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center/Playzeum

Owensboro Parks andRecreation Monday - Friday at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. - Owensboro Area Runners and Walking Club meets at Legion Park to trainMar 13: Spring Day Camp Registration DeadlineMar 20: Adult Softball League Deadline to Register Mar 21 7:15 PM: St. Patrick’s Day Dash 5K Run/Walk and 10 K Run - begins in Malco Theatre parking lot. Registration is $15 before March 13 and $20 after Mar 27: Children’s Spring Tennis Les-sons Registration Deadline - Session 1Mar 27: Golf (ages 5-7) Registration Deadline Mar 30-31/Apr 1-3:: Spring Day Camp $45/half week and $64/whole week. Camp-ers need to bring a sack lunch. Breakfast is available for $1/day. Morning and afternoon snacks provided. Apr 3 7:00 PM: Family Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt - (Moreland Park) When the sun goes down the fun begins - searching for the golden egg. Families required to bring at least one fl ashlight and parents must accompany children 10 and under

Owensboro Sportscenter Bison’s Game Admission PricesGeneral Adm child under 12: $6.00General Adm Student/Military/Senior w/ ID: $10.00 General Adm Adult: $12.00Mar 5 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs. W.V. Blazers


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Audubon State Park(270) 827-1893parks.ky.gov

Daviess County Public Librarywww.dcplibrary.org [684-0211]

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Ellis Park[812-425-1456] Highway 41 NHenderson, KYellisparkracing.com Equals Bar(270) 313-9738www.equalsbar.com

Haunts of Owens-boro [313-5596] www.hauntsofowens-boro.com

Immaculate Church [314-0128]http://obrdc2.eznetworld.com/etomite0613/index.php?id=54

Int'l Bluegrass Museum 270-926-7891www.bluegrass-muse-um.org

Jack Fisher Park/Owensboro Parks and Recreation [687-8700]www.owens-boroparks.org

Owensboro Airport 1 Bullfrog Avenue

Owensboro Ice Arena(270) 687-8720owensboroparks.org

Owensboro Museum of Fine Art 270-685-3181www.omfa.us

Owensboro Museum of Science & Historywww.owensboromu-seum.com[687-2732]

OwensboroSymphonyOrchestrawww.owensborosym-phony.org[684-0661]

Owensboro Sports Center(270) 687-8330www.owensboros-portscenter.org

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Ramada Inn (Hen-derson) [270-826-6600]

Riverpark Center(270) 687-2770www.riverparkcenter.org

Hines Center(270) 729-3030thehinescenter.com

Theatre Workshop of Owensboro(270) 683-5003 www.theatrework-shop.org

Western Kentucky Botanical Gardenwkbg.org [852-8925]

Mar 7 7:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs.Knoxville Mar 8 2:00 PM: Kentucky Bisons vs.W.V. Wild Mar 20 6:30 PM: Elevation 2009 - Charlie Hall with guest speaker Robbie Robison $20 (whole weekend) Mar 21 10:30 AM: Elevation 2009 - Give-aways, workshops, free pizza, Kaleb Schar-mahorn $20 (whole weekend)

Ramada Inn(Henderson) Mar 7 11:00 AM: 2nd Annual Runway Red benefi ting Matthew 25 AIDS Services - lunch, door prizes, fashion show. Tickets $20/person or $170 for a table of ten

River Park Center Mar 6 9:00 AM: ATK/OSO - Beethoven Re-views Core ContentMar 6 11:00 AM: ATK/OSO - Beethoven Reviews Core ContentMar 7 7:30 PM :OSO - The Splendor of Vien-na - Featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No.6, Mozart’s Violin Concerto and Mendelssohn’s Midsummer’s Night Dream Overture by violin-ist Elina Vahalla.Mar 12 12:00 PM: Athena AwardsMar 17 7:00 PM: Third Tuesday Writer’s Cof-feehouse - Writing, music and humor FREEMar 20 9:00 AM: ATK/ODT - In Concert fea-turing Kentucky, Oh KentuckyMar 20 11:00 AM: ATK/ODT - In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh KentuckyMar 21 7:00 PM: ODT In Concert featuring Kentucky, Oh KentuckyMar 24 7:00 PM: Truth, Hope and Love TourMar 27 6:00 PM: Classic Film Club SeriesMar 31 7:00 PM: The Pajama Game - Broadway at RPC. This Tony Award-winning musical classic features such popular hits as “Steam Heat” and “Fernando’s Hideaway”

The Hines Center Mar 7 6:30 PM: The Junior League’s Charity Ball Completely Kentucky Dinner - $120 (includes ticket to the Charity ball) Mar 7 9:00 PM: The Junior League’s Char-ity Ball - or more than 40 years, the Junior League of Owensboro’s annual Charity Ball has been a “can’t miss” event. $60/person

Western Kentucky Botanical Garden Mar 10 11:30 AM: Walk and Talk Lunch in the Garden


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GeminiMay 21-June 20Dinner party plans with Chris Brown and Rhi-anna head south unexpectedly. It seems a minor d i s a g r e e m e n t erupted over what type of potato sal-

ad they should bring. Act quick to fi nd replacements.This week: Do not answer Jay-Z’s phone calls.

SagittariusNovember 22-December 21Pipes freeze and showers cease. Have fun trying to sponge off with napkins and windex. This week: Moisturize with Cris-co, if necessary.

ScorpioOctober 23-November 21Nascar racing resumes. Sales of Budweiser skyrocket, along with reported domestic altercations.This week: Insults intended for the mighty 88 lead to physical abuse of a co-worker.

Aries March 21-April 19Just as you reconcile the idea of dropping your health insurance, you are hit by a car... that’s on fi re. The dollar signs attached to this ordeal won’t be pretty.This week: Thank God for Obama’s stimulus plan!

TaurusApril 20-May 20A local gun and knife show turns rowdy over a botched ammunition purchase. Blood will be spilled on the cowboy boots of many...This week: Wear the eagle with pride!

Leo July 23-August 22A less than friendly dispute de-velops between you and another gentleman in traffi c regarding the proper usage of turn signals. Four letter insults are tossed around, as well as a driver’s manual landing square in the face, jarring spittle from the mouth of the accused and possibly dislodging a tooth.This week: He’s getting the den-tist bill, if it’s the last thing you do...

CapricornDecember 22-January 19After unearthing your original Play-station fossil and making it rain with Mitch Richmond in NBA LIVE 97, your attention starved girlfriend decides to make it rain with your clothes on the front lawn. This week: Start packing, pal.

CancerJune 21-July 22A debaucherous evening with friends fi nds you at a shake joint hurling insults at a man you believe to be Pac-man Jones himself. While not the legit Pac-man, he does of-fer his affi nity for the Cowboys and handguns, which he is packing.This week: Stay home... for a long time.

PiscesFebruary 19-March 20Mario Lopez hosting too many tele-vision shows causes you to have immediate and chaotic seizures upon viewing. This sight of him and a microphone on every three chan-nels will be the death of you.This week: Turn your back on TV and turn to books.

Virgo August 23-September 22Are you a loser because you enjoy Japanese anime? Yes.This week: Stop dressing up in those goofy character cos-tumes.

LibraSeptember 23-October 22Your freelancing paycheck has been replaced with boxes of rice. Still practical, yet tremendously unfulfi lling.This week: Get used to Uncle Ben, because he’s going to be around for a while.

AquariusJanuary 20-February 18You are drenched in night sweats after dreaming shiny-locked rock-ers Nickelback and their mundane soundscapes have come to an end. Not the magnifi cent minds be-hind Photograph!This week: It was only a dream. THANK GOD!


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ping for my honeymoon, I purchased a slew of formal dresses to “wear out.” On the night

our swanky hotel served a surf and turf dinner, I of course was incredibly sick and so my dresses have quietly taken their place in the back of my closet – next to the Halloween costumes and bridesmaids attire. Every woman stashes her reserve of gorgeous gowns in the back of the closet in hopes that she will one day be able to play princess. On March 7, the Junior League of Owensboro is hosting their annual Charity Ball – the perfect occasion for all the ladies out there to scour the murky depths of their closets and dig out the bedazzled beauties they knew they would wear someday, or seize the opportunity to spend an afternoon with Daddy’s plastic. This year’s theme is Everything Kentucky; a tribute to well… everything that is Kentucky! Catered by Moonlight BBQ, the Patron’s Party – a complete 4-course dinner – will begin at 6:30 p.m. At 9 p.m., back by popular demand, the Velvet Bombers with special guest Lorne Brown will perform favorites from the Sixties to today. “Charity Ball is really community event. It gives Ow-ensboro the opportunity to dress to the nines, go to a great party and raise money for charity. It benefits Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library which mails a brand new, age appropriate book each month to children under five in the community. It also benefits Kids in the Kitchen which teaches kids healthy eating habits and CASA which appoints court advocates for children,” says Libby Johnson. Tickets are $60 for the ball only and $115 for the Patron’s Party and the Ball and must be purchased prior to the event. Contact Ms. Libby Johnson at [email protected] for tickets and be sure to visit www.juniorleagueofowensboro.com for more about Owens-boro’s Junior League.

Dress to the Nines

at the Junior League Charity Ball

Charlize SmithContributor


March is an excit-ing month at two of our local mu-

seums. The Owensboro Museum of Science and History is opening its new exhibit – The World We Create and the Owens-boro Museum of Fine Art

is opening its thought-provoking new exhibit – The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century. Each of these exhibits will be in town for several months, so you have plenty of time to check them out. The Owensboro Museum of Sci-ence and History had a successful grand opening on February 14 for its newest exhib-it, The World We Create. This unique exhibit is on loan from the Louisville Science Center and promises to make you contemplate sci-ence in all new way. Open through August 23, you have no excuse to miss this enlighten-ing display! This interactive exhibit will demon-strate how human creativity can problems solve through science. There will be three “hubs” of sorts – the Transit hub, Tech Works, and the Construction Zone. Each hub will feature fun interactive activities that require team work to complete. One activity is to structure a crane, another is to build a seven-foot archway, but you must have partners in order to complete these tasks. Another area shows how gears work, while the third demonstrates Aero Dy-namics as you attempt to streamline race cars. There is also an assembly line section which features how machines build cars. Your team can even participate in a mock production line to build your own vehicle! Not only will you find The World We Create in the main gallery, but you will also find the Museum’s two permanent exhibits: SpeedZeum and Encounter, the Wendell H. Ford Government Education Center, and the Playzeum on the floors above. The Owensboro Museum of Science and History is open seven days a week. Admission to the Museum of Sci-ence and History is $3 per person and free to museum members. For more information on any of these exhibits, visit www.owensboromu-

seum.com. Opening in March, the Owensboro Museum of Fine Art presents its newest exhibit The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century. This uniquely beautiful exhibit, which spotlights 56 artists, is the first traveling display to feature Realism in detail. What defines Realism? Most artists use the following rule of thumb when trying to convey its components: “If you can recognize a par-ticular person, or identify a specific object or landscape view from a painting, it’s Realism.” Photography, computer-enhanced images, and pre-mixed paints are just a few of the new mediums that have changed the creative process for artists and allow them to express themselves in new ways. This exhibit com-pares and contrasts new contemporary paint-ings with similar historical paintings created by such greats as Da Vinci, Vermeer, Memling and Dali. There is so much beauty and detail involved in The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century that my description can in no way detail what an inspiring treat this display will be – you must go and experience it for yourself. The Owensboro Museum of Fine Art is open daily. For more information, visit www.omfa.us.

Life Imitating Art or Art Imitating Life…

New Exhibits Opening at Owensboro’s Museums

Sunflower at the Old Factory by Camille Engel.If you can recognize a particular person, or identify a specific object or landscape view from a painting, it’s

Realism.

Melissa KaiserStaff Writer


What began in 2007 as the one dimensional brainchild of Eric Graham, Nathan Johnson, and John Byrne has since blossomed into a

dynamic—if unpolished—project known as Suspect Stereo. Joining the original bassist/guitarist (Graham), drummer (Johnson), and keyboardist/vocalist (Byrne), are newfound vocalist Jake Westerfield, and bassist/gui-tarist/bringer of funk Jake Lee. Despite the fact that individual roles in the band are poorly defined from the vantage of an outsider, it is clear

that the alternative/indie five piece have developed some sense of direc-tion in the past two years. Although much of their material are covers from such artists as Pearl Jam, the Cure, White Stripes, and Greenday, their original pieces are strongly reminiscent of early Murder By Death fused with a bluesy, funk sound accentuated by some exceptional string-work.

The addition of John Byrne on keys gives much of their material a de-cidedly eclec-tic feel that is somewhat unique in the region. This, paired with two unique vocalists and g u i t a r i s t s , lends the band a multi-

dimensional tonality that helps break the monotony of a performance dominated by cover songs and gives them a slight, but desperately needed edge over other coverbands. Although Suspect Stereo is relatively inexperienced as a live band, their debut gig is scheduled for St. Patrick’s Day at Milligan’s Lounge. Their original song, “Trees Sway” was featured in Verite Pic-tures’ Hallows Eve which was filmed entirely in Owensboro. What sets Suspect Stereo apart from other coverbands in the region, however, is not so much their original work but their attitude to-wards the local scene. The band does not perform cover songs as a pref-erence, but out of necessity. According to Westerfield, the unfortunate truth is that “the majority [of venue patrons] want to hear mainstream songs that they know.” Echoing this almost defeatist sentiment is Johnson who is convinced that “in order to grow, a band has to do a lot of covers.” For this reason, Suspect Stereo is attempting to garner a fan base through their cover work which, they hope, will inherently draw listeners to their original music. Although performing original music in this region is a daunting task, Suspect Stereo is a group of likeminded individuals cemented to-gether by “common personalities” and the familial bonds that result from long practices and a mutual drive to create music. Of his band family, self-proclaimed funk machine Jake Lee says “It’s a lot less dysfunctional than my real one…” Although their direction currently seems unclear, there is no doubt that Suspect Stereo will continue to play music and may even prove to be the region’s dark horse gig band.

The Usual Suspects – Suspect Stereo

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cd reviewsRudy Adrian

Desert Realms CD (Lotuspike)

Inspired by the vast, expansive landscapes of the American Southwest (specifi cally Arches and Canyons National Parks in Utah), New Zealand-based ambient/elec-tronic composer Adrian has crafted a se-rene and stately set of audio soundtracks. The opening tracks depict exactly as they

imply – “Saguaro Silhouette,” “Pathway,” or “Circling Hawk” are all richly evoca-tive travelogues of a natural eden. “Sub-terranean River” echoes the ebb and fl ow (and stillness) of the submerged world, whereas ‘Cloudburst’ brings the life-affi rming rains. Adrian’s sonorous strings and reverberations are accent-ed in spots by Nick Prosser’s Baroque fl ute, which brings a primitive sense of humanity to the pristine environments. Desert Realms is exactly what the title implies - a set of beautiful, magnifi cent, and primal soundscapes with a hint of mystery and shadow - ideal for unwinding with or for creating a unique mood to your surroundings. Wonderful work and worth multiple listens. - Todd Zachritz • Rating: 3

The Fray Self-Titled

(Sony Music)www.thefray.net

There are very few bands that evoke such an emotional response from a lis-tener as the Denver based band The Fray. Their sophomore effort on Epic records has proven to stand its own ground among their double platinum de-but album. The Fray was formed in 2002

by two schoolmates Isaac Slade and Joe King. Their signature sound of sweeping piano composition, melancholy to inspiring lyrics, and Slade’s hallowed voice construct a musical landscape that is easy to get lost in. One of the albums best aspects is the accessibility to a new listener while still being able to fi rmly grasp the attention of the seasoned listener.There is a notable improvement in the rhythm and lead guitar. The rhythm guitarist Dave Welsh seems to tweak his playing to better compliment the piano and to add his own layer to each song. King on lead guitar breaks from the norm and ends “Ungodly Hour” with a bittersweet solo/fi ll that concisely seals the song. The standouts on the album are “Abso-lute,” “Say When,” “Enough for Now,” and “Ungodly Hour.” The single “You Found Me” is also very strong lyrically and musically but I can see it be-ing played out. Let’s hope Grey’s Anatomy doesn’t get a hold of it. –Nick Durcholz • Rating: 3.9

The Ettes Look at Life Again Soon – (2009)

(Take Root Records) www.theettes.com

The Ettes pull off a raw, driving sound that most punk/Indie bands should strive for. The lead singer Coco has a voice that very much compliments


Rating Scale:1 Crapholio2 Needs more cowbell3 Okay, but I wouldn’t spend more than $9.99 on it.

4 I’m likin’ it - more than just friends.

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Wire Object 47 CD

(Pink Flag/Mute)Being their 47th re-lease over the past 30+ years, British punk/avante rock act Wire haven’t lost sight of the fi re, brevity, in-tegrity, and sense of experimentation that made their early works like ‘Pink Flag’ or ‘Chairs Missing’ so essential (and infl uential). On ‘Object 47’, original members Colin Newman and Graham Lewis (joined by drummer Robert Grey) recon-vene to produce a short (9 songs in 35 minutes) sharp shot of punchy songs that are both melodic and intelligent. The opener, ‘One Of Us’ is instantly likeable and catchy, and easily the most accessible cut here. ‘Circumspect’ is a bass-heavy mid-tempo slice of taut and angular post-punk, and ‘Mekon Headman’ is droney and heavy without fi tting into any par-ticular genre. ‘Patient Flees’ (great title) is woozy and almost lulling. Strong songwriting, clear (but not sterile) production, and impeccable presentation - absolutely top-notch in every way. Fans of the band’s earlier proto-punk, proto-industrial works will no doubt fi nd this one more than agreeable. The fi nal track, ‘All Fours’, even enlists the considerable talents of Page Hamilton (Band Of Susans, Helmet) for ‘feedback storm’. It’s a powerful, driving, and fi tting conclusion to the album. I look forward to more work from this venerable band and their myriad side projects. - Todd Zachritz • Rating: 4

and balances the music. The lyrics however, as the album progresses get increasingly more simple and vague but there are some lyrical gems spread without. There is something left to be desired in the lyrics department for the Ettes. That being said the music is extremely ener-getic and seems to provoke one to dance. The bass riffs are blistering, distorted fun. The drumming is steady and catchy but again leaves something to be desired. It is painfully average. Overall I think the Ettes have at least begun to fashion their own sound musically and I could possibly see that niche eventually becoming a large crevasse. The do have a lot of potential but personally I see a lot of room for improvement. For example, they should implement a variety in the beats and in the lyrics. The standouts on the album are “I Get Mine”, “Chilled Hidebound Hearts”, “To Arms”, “I Heard Tell”, and “Where your Loyalties Lie”. This last track has an entrancing and melodic sound that needs to be further explored. –Nick Durcholz • Rating: 3.1


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March 3rdAustralia (20th Century Fox)

The cinematic equivalent of Sominex! Make no mistake. I am a huge Baz Luhrmann fan. His movie-musical masterpiece Moulin Rouge is one of my fa-vorite movies of this decade. It’s a brilliant blend of screenwriting, directing, editing, acting and singing. Simply put, it’s one of the most original and engaging movies in the history of cinema. And he follows it up with THIS! Australia! This is Luhrmann’s attempt at those sweeping romantic epics of the late 1930’s and

40’s. Basically, it’s Gone with the Wind with kangaroos! Appropriately, I wanted to crawl inside a marsupial pouch and sleep for the 2 hour and 45 minute run time. GRADE: C

March 10thThe Boy in the Striped Pajamas (Miramax)

Well, apparently my column does no good. I raved about this fi lm and fully expected you guys to fl ock to the local theatres to witness what I consider to be the best fi lm of 2008. Yet, when it made its rounds locally it lasted about as long as a bout of contact dermatitis. So here’s your chance to fi nally experience Mark Herman’s story of a German boy who befriends a young prisoner at a concentration camp his Nazi father operates. And you can see it at your own leisure without all the trappings of modern-day cinema: the chatty teenagers seated next to you who think you’ve paid good money to hear them talk on their cell phones, that Three Doors Down commercial for the National Guard (love the National Guard, but that song has to go), or any movie trailer involving Tyler Perry or his obnoxious cross-dressing alter-ego, Madea. In summation, RENT THIS MOVIE! GRADE: A

March 10thCadillac Records (Sony Pictures)

The problem with Darnell Martin’s (Their Eyes Were Watching God, Sus-pect) ode to Chess Records is that it’s overloaded with label mates. See, Chess Records was home to Muddy Waters (Jeffrey Wright), Little Walter (Columbus Short), Howlin’ Wolf (Eamonn Walker), Chuck Berry (Mos Def), and Etta James (Beyonce). Martin could have made fi ve separate movies here. After all, everyone I just mentioned had careers impressive enough to land them in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame. But when you throw them all into the same movie, there are too many stories to tell and not enough time to tell them. But Cadillac Records isn’t a total wash. There are some fi erce musical performances and, to no one’s surprise, it’s Beyonce who hits all the right notes. But it’s not her performance of At Last that’s the signature piece here. Watch the pop diva lay into Etta’s All I Could Do Was Cry and you’ll see that Beyonce is “irreplaceable.” GRADE: C+

March 10thHappy-Go-Lucky (Miramax)

The cinematic equivalent of a migraine that makes you hurt so badly you want to run head-fi rst into a brick wall or wood chipper. It seemed actress Sally Hawkins was destined to snag an Academy Award nomination for her role as the perpetually happy (and irritating) Poppy. She won a handful of major critics’ awards and snagged a Golden Globe trophy for Best Ac-

tress in a Musical or Comedy. But she was ignored by the Oscars. Some thought this was a travesty. I like to think it’s the result of the diligence of the cynics on my prayer tree. I get what writer/director Mike Leigh was going for here. I understand that I’m supposed to feel guilty that I wish this cheery, optimistic North London lass would get plowed by a double-decker bus. But I don’t. In fact, it’s that very thought that makes ME happy-go-lucky. GRADE: C-

March 17thTwilight (Summit Entertainment)

It didn’t take an I.Q. to realize that teenagers were going to make this big-screen adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s novel a gigantic hit (it grossed nearly two hundred million dollars). But is it possible for me (or other adults I know, for that matter) to have truly enjoyed a movie about adoles-cents with fangs? Well, it may not be possible, but I did. And here’s why. For me, the notion of a vampire has always seemed ridiculous (kinda like the thought of a Whitney Houston comeback). But Meyer and director Catherine Hardwicke (Thirteen, Lords of Dogtown) seem to agree. This movie works best when it plays vampirism for laughs. Check out the scene in which Edward (Robert Pattinson) takes Bella (Kristen Stewart) home to meet his parents. It’s like Salem’s Lot meets Family Ties. GRADE: B-

March 24thQuantum of Solace (Sony Pictures)

Quick! Someone tell James Bond that a group of covert terrorists are target-ing the water supply in Bolivia. Quick! Someone tell the Bolivians that they can just drink Aqua-fi na! I said when Casino Royale was released that it was, hands-down, the best James Bond movie ever made and that Daniel Craig was the best James Bond ever. Both statements remain true. While Craig still smolders as everyone’s favorite womanizing secret agent man, Quantum of Solace fi zzles. While villain Dominic Greene (Mathieu Amalric) seems dastardly enough, I’m still not really sure what the hell he’s doing. I’m sorry, but tainting the water supply in a tiny South American country seems like small potatoes. Come on, Dominic! If you want to really piss off James Bond, blow up England. Or a Victoria’s Secret. GRADE: C+


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March 6th Watchmen (Warner Brothers)

Just what the world needs. Another ac-tion fl ick featuring superheroes that originated in graphic novels. This movie, from ambitious direc-tor Zack Snyder, has one thing going for it. Ambitious director Zack Snyder. Though I didn’t recommend his movie 300, I did acknowledge its stunning and ground-breaking visual style. Rest assured. Watch-men is going to sport some awesome spe-cial effects and visu-als. Yes. Watchmen may bore us to tears, but the movie will still look good through those tears.

March 13thRace to Witch Mountain (Buena Vista)

I remember escaping to Witch Mountain as a child back in 1975. Well, Alexander Key’s characters are back in this, the latest big-screen adaptation of his story about two mysterious kids with some pretty awesome supernatural powers. This time out, Dwayne Johnson (formerly known as “The Rock.” – you know, back when he wore a unitard) joins in the action, though I’m not convinced that’s a good thing. Look! I could go on for days about his work in The Game Plan, Doom and Get Smart. But let’s get down to the serious business at hand. Anyone else think he looks dead-up like tennis commentator Mary Carillo?

March 20thDuplicity (Universal)

The last time Julia Roberts and Clive Owen shared screen time they did it in Mike Nichols’ Closer, a brutally honest relationship drama that, for me, was the best movie of 2004. The crime caper Duplicity promises much lighter fare. Here, Roberts and Owen play corporate spies (with a steamy, yet rocky past) who team up again to swindle their high-powered corporate exec bosses.

Though he didn’t need more star power, writer/director Tony Gilroy (Michael Clayton) rounded up some more anyway. Joining Rob-erts and Owen in the cast . . . Paul Giamatti and Tom Wilkinson, who scored an Academy Award nomination for his own work in Michael Clayton.

March 20thKnowing (Summit Entertainment)

There’s some really good news and some really bad news about Alex Proyas’ (I, Robot) new doomsday thriller. First, the good news. The premise is freakin’ awesome. A teacher opens a time capsule that contains dire predictions about the fate of the world and some of them have already come true and others seem to be ready to. The bad news . . . Nicolas Cage plays that teacher. In case you haven’t

noticed, Nicolas Cage has given the exact same performance in all these movies: Bangkok Dangerous, Ghost Rider, The Wicker Man, Next, 8MM, Gone in Sixty Seconds, etc. What else do those movies have in common? THEY ALL SUCKED!

March 27thMonsters vs. Aliens (Paramount/DreamWorks)

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can hear the cash registers ringing. You don’t need Nicolas’ Cage’s time capsule to predict this. Monsters vs. Aliens will be the fi rst blockbuster of 2009. Reese Witherspoon voices the ani-mated Susan Murphy, who gets clobbered by a meteorite from outer space and gets turned into a towering monster named Gi-normica. She’s then recruited by a secret government agency to join other “monsters” in fi ghting the aliens and saving the world. In 2008, Wall-E restored my faith in animation and I have high hopes that this will deepen that faith. Sidebar. How evangelical did I just sound? Please. Send your money to the Reverend Chad Benefi eld in care of News 4U-Owensboro/Evansville. We have another payment due, partners. We do.

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