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Essentials:Listen 4Think 10Play 14 Taste 18Look 22Etc. 29

Listen7 - New music is always hitting the shelves. We help you know who is worth your time.

Taste18 - Fargo’s. That word alone makes even the toughest of men salivate. They have new digs. But the same great taste.

Look20 - Brandon offers his musings this week on Jack the Giant Slayer.

Cover story:

10The Way Cup mixes their passion for coffee with their social awareness to create change.

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Friendly Savages are roaming eastward from Austin to play a free show on the Texas A&M campus as a part of MSC Town Hall’s Lunchbox Concert Series. The folk quartet, reminiscent of Mumford and Sons, Sufjan Stevens, Wilco, and The Head and the Heart, are an up-and-coming

folk rock band that has been together for a little over a year. The group has an EP under their belt, and with the help of their Kickstarter fund, they just completed recording their first full length album last November.

The group is making headway into the Austin folk scene with their catchy melodies and spectral lyrics. All directions point to folk as Friendly Savages’ music is filled with mandolin, banjo, violin, guitar, piano, and accordion, rounded out by husky, organic vocals.

As a group of up-and-comers, Friendly Savages are taking wide strides in the music world. They just returned from the nation’s largest college music festival, The Rites of Spring in Nashville, and they’ve toured briefly in New York.

The Friendly Savages will play a free show from noon-1pm at Rudder Fountain, March 7th. For more information on the band, visit friendlysavages.com.

MSC Town Hall Presents Friendly Savages

@ Rudder Fountain

where: Rudder Fountainwhen: Thursday, March 7 Noon - 1 p.m.info: friendlysavages.com

by Amy bAuerschlAg

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THURSDAY, MARCH 7MSC Town Hall presents Coffeehouse feat. Icarus Account @ MSC Lower LevelTwin brothers, Ty and Trey Turner, are the boys of acoustic pop duo, The Icarus Account. The band, who has been calling themselves The Icarus Account for six years, writes catchy pop songs while balancing their contagious hooks with mature lyrics. 275 Joe Routt Boulevard , College Station, FREE

MSC Town Hall presents Lunchbox Concert feat. Friendly Savages @ Rudder FountainFriendly Savages are roaming eastward from Austin to play a free show on the Texas A&M campus as a part of MSC Town Hall’s Lunchbox Concert Series. The folk quartet, reminiscent of Mumford and Sons, Sufjan Stevens, Wilco, and The Head and the Heart, are an up-and-coming folk rock band that has been together for a little over a year. Rudder Fountain March 7, 2013 12:00 PM FREE

George Bush Foundation Presents Authors Michael Duffy & Nancy Gibbs @ Annenberg Presidential Conference CenterMichael Duffy and Nancy Gibbs are authors of the New York Times bestseller The President’s Club:

Inside he World’s Most Exclusive Fraternity. The authors will discuss their book, which was released in paperback on President’s Day, followed by a book sale and signing and reception. March 7, 2013 6:00 PM

Jay Satellite w/ !NO! @ Grand Stafford TheaterJay Satellite, the trio from Hutto, TX, will play their 90’s big guitar power pop full of catchy melody with undertones of shoegaze, post-punk and goth. Openers !NO! is a dirtbag Texas rendition of a German kosmiche music band. 106 S Main St, Bryan March 7, 2013 8:00 PM $5

FRIDAY, MARCH 1Brazos Valley Veterans’ “Serving Those Who Served Us” Benefit Concert @ Grand Stafford TheaterIn support of local servicemen and women, the Brazos Valley Veterans organization is hosting a benefit at the Stafford. Headlining the evening is the Brazos’ own signature rock group, Signal Rising. Following them is Saturate, a four-piece from Houston that’s continuously toured across Texas and Louisiana while working on their third album. Getting the party started are three more Texas bands, Downsiid, the Last Hour & Beautiful

Disturbance. 106 S Main St, Bryan March 8, 2013 8:00 PM $8/10

Naia Kete @ Revolution Cafe and BarEarthy songstress Naia Kete recently competed on the second season of the NBC series The Voice. She was part of country artist Blake Shelton’s team and made it into the top 24. Kete has made a name for herself for being an emotive, jazzy, soul-pop artist. She’s been compared lyrically to Norah Jones, Lauryn Hill, and soul diva Erykah Badu. 211B S Main St, Bryan March 8, 2013 9:00 PM $5

SATURDAY, MARCH 2Salsa Saturdays @ Village CafeVoted Best Night of Dancing (2011 & 2012), Salsa Saturdays starts with a fun, “30-Minute Crash Course Salsa Lesson” at 10pm followed by a hot night of dancing. Come prepared to sweat and to meet new people at this Aggie hot spot! Visit www.mambosentertainment.com/salsasaturdays.html for more details. 210 W 26th st, Bryan March 2, 2013 10:00 PM Cost: $5

The Neckties @ The Beer JointTake one part rock and roll, one part blue-eyed soul, throw in a little southern harmony, a pinch of Jagger’s attitude, then shock it with some Texas attitude and you get The Neckties – four boys from Rockwall, Texas. 12550 State Hwy 30, College Station March 9, 2013 9:00 PM $5

SUNDAY, MARCH 3Big Texas Nights feat. Ashley Monical w/ Haley Cole @ Grand Stafford TheaterAshley Monical has beautiful, smooth vocals, compared to Bonnie Raitt, Norah Jones, Jewel and Sheryl Crow. Her adventurous nature and vocal talent have carried her as far as Hollywood to compete on American Idol, and her second album is on track to be released this year. Opening for Monical is Haley Cole, a small-town Texas farm-girl who is no stranger to stage lights. 106 S Main St, Bryan March 10, 2013 6:00 PM

MONDAY, MARCH 4Trivia Night @ Revolution Cafe and BarMonday nights are pretty boring; it’s too early in the week to party and too early in the week to study. What if you could spend a Monday night with a drink in your hand and “study” at the same time without feeling like you’re partying or doing your homework? Every Monday night, Revolution Cafe hosts Trivia Night from 9pm till just before midnight. 211B S Main St, Bryan. March 4, 2013 9:00 PM

TUESDAY, MARCH 5Breakaway @ Reed ArenaNon-denominational Breakaway Ministries’ events have already set a record for attendance, and Tuesday’s assembly of worship, inspiration and entertainment will surely set yet another one. For more details check Breakaway Ministries Facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/breakawayministries March 5, 2013 9:00 PM FREE

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The Stafford is shaking things up this weekend with some grungy 90s-style rock, local beat droppers and fret shredders, a couple sultry singer/songwriters,

and even a rare opportunity to promote artistic development and to support the ones who sacrifice their lives for ours.

MARCH 7 - JAY SATELLITE w/ !NO!

Out of Austin, the trio known as Jay Satellite has preserved the style of early 90s power pop with big

guitars and unmistakable melodies. Their tracks often pose the question, “Haven’t I heard this before?” Paired with Jay Satellite for the evening is !NO!, a German style krautrock band with Texas attitude.

MARCH 8 – BRAZOS VALLEY VETERANS’ “SERVING THOSE WHO SERVED US” BENEFIT CONCERT

In support of local servicemen and women, the Brazos Valley Veterans organization is hosting a benefit at the

Stafford. Headlining the evening is the Brazos’ own signature rock group, Signal Rising. Following them is Saturate, a four-

piece from Houston that’s continuously toured across Texas and Louisiana while working on their third album. Getting the party started are three Texas bands, Downsiid, The Last Hour, and Beautiful Disturbance, each with potent guitar shredding skills and aggressive lyrics.

MARCH 9 – IN BLOOM FEST

Hosted by Architecture Music, In Bloom Fest embodies and implements the idea of artistic development. Also the

title of their first EP, Architecture Music promotes the “In Bloom” idea for musicians who are coming into their own in the biz and discovering themselves as artists. Performances for the evening include Architecture Music, T.E.N. Fr33, Versy, DJ Falko, DJ Sneak, DJ Dillon, Prynce Peejay, and Erc Nations.

MARCH 10 – ASHLEY MONICAL w/ HALEY COLE

Described as a combination of Sheryl Crow and Norah Jones, Ashley Monical has been all over the country singing and

writing songs with attitude and poise. Her adventurous nature and vocal talent have carried her as far as Hollywood to compete on American Idol, and her second album is on track to be released this year. Opening for Monical is Haley Cole, a small-town Texas farm-girl who is no stranger to stage lights. Growing up as a member of her church choir, her vocal integrity developed nearly ten years before her talented guitar picking.

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by Luke Murray

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Veterans with Weekend Slate


Johnny Marr is trying to become more than just a second-hand man. Most notably a former member of The Smiths and collaborator with bands such as Modest Mouse, The Cribs, and The Pretenders, Marr has finally released his first solo album, The Messenger.

The British pop artist has admitted that this album was not produced to sway the ears of new listeners but to appeal to fans he already has from his previous collaborations.

The Scottish indie folk-rock four piece has released their fourth studio album Pedestrian Verse, and it’s the most comfortable and polished release to date. Throughout Frightened Rabbit’s career, there’s been a presence of melancholia and even, at times, depressed lyricism; but in this newest release, there is a more uplifting and hopeful tone throughout. The journey of the band has consummated a new level of emotional maturity and it’s enervating and captivating.

Psychedelic pop trio, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, has released their sophomore album, II, and its funky pop melodies have clean, imaginative grooves—pulling UMO out of the stultifying “sophomore slump” category. Ruban Nielson, lead singer and guitarist, displays his madly clever guitar playing skills, which have been compared to Hendrix. UMO is keen on putting out lighthearted funk-pop-psych-rock, and the sheer talent of instrumentation on the new album sets a par for the band and the recording industry.

Johnny Marr“The Messenger”

Released Feb. 26, 2013

Frightened Rabbit“Pedestrian Verse”


Unknown Mortal Orchestra“II”


Rodney Crowell and Emmylou Harris have been working together as country-Americana artists since the mid 70s. The first official collaborative release between Harris and Crowell has been received exceptionally well and has been lauded as some of the best work of their careers. The album is quite eclectic, with hints of hard country, blues and country rock. The two excel at some re-dos that Harris previously recorded, such as“Bluebird Wine.” And Harris’ voice is better than it’s ever been on the new release, and that already says a lot.

Emmylou Harris/Rodney Crowell“Old Yellow Moon”


Album Reviews

After the release of his highly-anticipated new single, “Suit and Tie”, Justin Timberlake finally announced, after a coy runaround on his website, that his new album, The 20/20 Experience, will be released March 19. After nearly seven years since Timberlake has released any new music, he stated that his newest album will be more of a character study rather than a party album. He says the new album will be more than just simple feel-good songs and more of an alternative universe for a new alter-ego persona he’s created—almost as if his acting career and music career have merged into one entertainment vehicle. His new release will most definitely be a must-listen for old and new fans, and critics will have a field day arguing for or against the “new” Timblerlake.

Justin Timberlake“The 20/20 Experience”

To be released March 19, 2013

by Amy bAuerschlAg

Earthy songstress Naia Kete recently competed on the second season of the NBC series The Voice. She was part of country artist Blake Shelton’s team and made it into the top 24. Kete has made a name for herself for being an emotive, jazzy, soul-pop artist. She’s been

compared lyrically to Norah Jones, Lauryn Hill, and soul diva Erykah Badu. Her mature songwriting has allowed her to align with musicians such as Adele, Jason Mraz, and John Legend.

Since the 21-year-old moved from the hills of western Massachusetts to Los Angeles, she’s been writing music with the likes of Colbie Caillat, Linda Perry, Mikal Blue, and Jason Reeves, who all have charted Billboard top hits. Her music is a “personal/political soul-trip,” and the up-and-coming performer will be taking the stage at Revolution Café and Bar on Friday, March 8. Tickets and more information available at silverplatterent.com.

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Jason Aldean“1994”

I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again. DO NOT RAP IN A COUNTRY SONG!

Blackberry Smoke“Pretty Little Lie”

I’ve been waiting for mainstream country to really breakthrough with guys that aren’t the pretty boys they’ve been pushing. Blackberry

Smoke may just be country music’s saving grace!

Cody Johnson“I Don’t Care About You”

Cody continues to impress me time after time. A++ live show, great songs. Reminds me a lot of Chris LeDoux. If you don’t know

LeDoux, do your homework!

Josh Ward“She Ain’t Leavin”

This may be the song that helps Josh define who he is as an artist. Perfect delivery for

this ballad. I look forward to seeing if he can build off of this.

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MSC Town Hall’s Coffeehouse Presents The Icarus Account @ MSC Lower Level

Twin brothers, Ty and Trey Turner, are the boys of acoustic pop duo, The Icarus Account. The band, who has been calling themselves The Icarus Account for six years, writes catchy pop songs while balancing their contagious hooks with mature lyrics.

For the Fort Myers, FL natives, music has never been about stressing out over form or perfection but simply about emotion and how music and lyrics move them. Their ultimate goal in writing and performing music is to have that same effect on their audience. The brothers say that with this goal in mind they’re able to evoke pathos and keep their albums fresh and unique.

After the recent release of their third full length album, Carry Me Home, the band has expanded their sound to include strings and piano alongside guitars while the brothers alternate vocals. On the newest album, the band has written songs about personal journeys of falling in love, breakups, and wrestling with faith—all delivered in a lyrical honesty audiences can easily relate to. Carry Me Home has been praised for balancing a harmony between catchy love songs and more mature and intricate tracks.

Catch The Icarus Account playing a free show as part of the MSC Town Hall Coffeehouse Series at the lower level of the MSC on March 7 at 7pm.

where: MSC Lower Levelwhen: Thursday, March 7 7 p.m.

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Keaton Schaeffer and John Hanrahan aren't your average Aggies. Keaton, a junior, and John, a sophomore, are students who—at the time of this article—are most likely studying for mid terms like every other Aggie. But

when they aren't studying, they own and operate The Way Cup, a new coffee business in town that sells roasted beans which can be purchased from their website, thewaycup.com. Proceeds from each sale benefit organizations aimed at raising the standard of living for coffee farmers, workers, and the communities they live in. Some coffee houses embrace fair trade practices as a minor segment of their business model; fair trade is The Way Cup's business model.

Giving new meaning to the term “coffee house,” The Way Cup roasts coffee in a house in College Station's historic district, across from Texas A&M's main campus. Currently, Keaton and John are importing beans from Indonesia, Guatemala and other regions abroad, roasting beans themselves and packaging them for sale. We caught up with them last week to learn more about the business, how it was started, and the beneficiaries of their Christian coffee-house mission.

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Interview with The Way Cup Owners,

Keaton Schaeffer and John Hanrahan

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MW: Where did the idea for The Way Cup come from? Were you inspired by other businesses implementing similar models?

Hanrahan: The Way Cup has been an idea in the making for over 10 years. My dad opened a coffee shop at our local church growing up, and what was originally his interest became mine as I spent many mornings helping with the preparation. As we left that church several years ago, The Way Cup continued to evolve in the minds of my dad and our team.

MW: How long has the business been in operation?

Schaeffer: We purchased our roaster in October of 2012 and we've been roasting on it ever since. Technically, we've been operating since then, but we were developing our roast tastes and profiles for a short period of time; so we consider our official opening to be January 2013.

MW: You roast the beans in your private home here in the historic district of College Station. Does the entire neighborhood smell like coffee?

Schaeffer: Yes. We've literally had people come to us when we're roasting and tell us how good it smells. We like to consider the smoke from our roaster our "open sign."

MW: What are each of your backgrounds? Both of you are still studying at the moment, right? What are you studying?

Schaeffer: John and I are both from Dallas. Currently, I'm a Junior Ag Economics Major and John is a Sophomore General Studies Major but will transfer to Ag Economics next semester. My current focus within my major is Food Marketing Systems and John's focus in AGEC is soon to be determined.

MW: Did you know how to purchase, roast, and brew, or was all of this something you had to learn? Did you previously have knowledge of the coffee industry?

Schaeffer: We knew very little about the producer side of coffee before entering the industry, but we also knew we are passionate enough to do whatever it takes to be the best coffee roasters we can be. We had the blessing of learning how to roast from Brooke Ramsay, owner of Well Coffee Roasters in Dallas last summer. Before meeting with her, we had never roasted before. She taught us the "in's and out's" of proper roasting and developed our general knowledge of the art of gourmet brewing.

During our internship with Brooke, she connected us with Passionate Harvest, a coffee importer in Indiana who now supplies us with all of our raw beans. From Brooke, we also got connected with Clay Eihland, owner of Eihland Coffee in Dallas, who taught us the art of gourmet brewing techniques, such as the pour-over and "toddy" cold brew.

Last summer we had the opportunity to learn about the coffee industry from some of the best in the business, and we've taken their expertise and expounded upon it within our own company, in a way that makes sense to us.

MW: How did you get funding? Was it private, public, from donations?

Schaeffer: All of our current equipment was purchased by an initial investment from John and Myself. We are a completely privately owned and operated, Limited Liability Company, and we're making operational and financial plans for our next expansion step.

MW: How did you decide upon the beneficiaries of the proceeds? Have either of you traveled to the countries you're helping, met the people?

Hanrahan: We spent last summer in Indonesia, the country that we get our Sumatra origin from, and were able to see the other side of the process. Just like any ag business, an Indonesian coffee farm's success is marked directly by their sales and how much revenue they are seeing on their side of the transaction. It's amazing to know that today's market dollar leaves only 15 cents for the farmer. We hope to one day give back and make it more beneficial.

The Way Cup is making an effort to reach out to those that are directly involved with the coffee business around the world. Giving is a great part of any business, but we see it to be very important that we, from the get go, are interacting with those that live in the world of coffee. Whether it be the farms we are supporting or organizations within the specific communities we get our beans from, one day we hope to have established connections that allow us to reach out and bring the global industry of coffee closer together.

While we're still too small to have made that step, we credit our fair trade boutique that supplies our green beans, Passion Harvest, for taking some of what we pay and sending it back to the farms that our origins come from.


It is said that to be a good writer you don’t only have to write a compelling story but also have lived and learned about the world. This memoir, one of the greatest war memoirs of all time, is Chris Kyle’s masterful account of his dauntless life as a U.S. Navy SEAL.

Kyle recorded the most sniper deaths in U.S. military history as a Navy SEAL from 1999 to 2009. While in Iraq, insurgents called him “the devil” and put a $20,000 bounty out for his head. Highly regarded among other SEALs, Marines, and Army soldiers for protecting them during combat zones on rooftops and at stealth positions, he also acquired a number of military decorations for his skill. This war thriller memoir is a first-rate page-turner.

We have always been thrilled with good versus evil stories. Batman, Spiderman, Superman, Ironman—those guys rock! They always get to beat the bad guys and always get girls to like them. But do we ever think about villains, about their own wonderfully twisted point of view?

With a group of best selling authors, this book compiles twenty-two fabulously written stories that gives readers an insiders’ perspective of some quirky madmen who, like everybody else, just want to achieve their dreams and be happy. The only problem is that the dream of these evil geniuses is complete world domination. The Mad Scientist’s Guide will enlighten you to some of the craziest mayhem imaginable by, you guessed it, mad scientists.

It’s 1840 and London, under the young Queen Victoria, entered a major and desperate recession. When the city’s tension crackles to its streets, nineteen-year-old and orphaned Catherine Sorgeiul remains locked away in her uncle’s house. But this is no ordinary family home. Here, death masks adorn the walls and some rooms are strictly forbidden. Haunted by the shadows of a dark past, Catherine becomes obsessed with a series of grotesque murders happening out in the sweltering streets of London.

The Man of Crows; that’s what they call the infamous serial killer. Catherine soon finds herself writing stories about the lives of the victims and, eventually, about their deaths. A disturbing and charged ride through Victorian London, The Pleasures of Men will make turning the next page the only thing you want to do.

It’s 1952 and Arthur Wise, a vengeful racist, wealthy, and influential attorney just bought a beach house where he takes his 17-year-old son, Billy. Billy befriends Lem Dawson, the black man who takes care of the house (and many other things around the Wise men). Lem has a niece, Savannah, for whom Billy soon falls. But Billy’s father has some dark secrets that trouble his relations with the black servants. This ultimately affects Billy, whose affection for Savannah is bashed to smithereens.

Years long past, when Billy’s memories still haunt him, he decides to find Savannah and amend the wrongs his father committed. Yet his good intentions may not be enough to overcome forces that not only his father but history and society have imposed.

When you ask kids what they want to be when they grow up, their answers may vary from astronauts and doctors to firefighters and policemen. As they grow up, some might find that achieving their dreams is not as easy as it seemed. Having the desire to be something is not enough to do it, and thus youths can be forever haunted by their inner unachieved potential. While for some, this might mean getting a nicer car or a better job; for others it could mean an entirely different life, power, travel, romance—whatever strikes the fancy, really.

Missing Out is a book about the lives we wish we had; but more importantly, it’s about what this yearning for the what-if life can teach us about ourselves. Phillips argues that everyone lives under a shadowy umbrella of the life they think they should have had or are yet to have. This, argues Phillips, can make for a perpetual falling-short life, a life haunted by unattained potential. However, acclaimed psychoanalyst Adam Philips proposes that turning frustration into a plan and embracing what we truly desire can make satisfaction possible. A life without frustrations is a life without a chance to identify our desires. In this absorbing book, based on substantial clinical experience and works of renowned intellectuals, Phillips proves a very simple point: that “discontent is the first necessity of progress.”

Missing Out: In Praise of the Unlived Lifeby Adam Phillips

American Sniperby Chris Kyle

The Mad Scientist’s Guide to World Domination

by John Joseph Adams

The Pleasures of Menby Linda Stasi

Wise Men: A Novelby Stuart Nadler

MW New Readsby RobeRto MolaR


Word of the week

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Word of the Week: Gorgonize

gorgonize (verb) /GAWR guh nize/- to hypnotize or petrify.

Example: You know what gorgonized me the first time I tried it? Gorgonzola cheese. I took a huge bite expecting it to taste good. It did not taste good. I couldn’t move or speak for at least two minutes.

For ages, people have been divided, friendships have been tested, and adversaries created over a triviality. Where is it derived from? In a nutshell, it’s about how you pronounce the word pecan?!

For this great mystery to be solved, Royalty Pecan Farms invites you to venture out of College Station and take a short drive down Highway 21 E into Caldwell, Texas. It’s here you’ll find the answer to the age-old question and learn a great deal more about the under-appreciated, and often taken for granted, pecan.

All jokes aside, Royalty Pecan Farms is a great opportunity to take a short day trip out into the country while learning a thing or two about all the work that goes into planting, growing, harvesting, and eventually preparing a pecan for consumption.

Tours of Royalty Pecan Farm are available every Saturday at 12:30 pm with signup information available online at royaltypecans.com. Tickets cost $3 for those over the age of four. Tours last about 45 minutes and offer a rare glimpse into the inner-workings of the pecan industry and a chance to crack open some deliciously fresh pecans, too.

Also, don’t be surprised if you fall in love with the scenery of the farm. Romantic views and the farm’s wide open spaces are inspiring, prompting some to choose Royalty Pecan Farms as the setting for their big wedding day.

Pecan Tours @ Royalty Pecan FarmsBy Derek FAvini


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With midterms winding down and spring break just around the corner, everyone needs a little pre-break release to get them in the vacation state of mind. Slide into your dancing shoes (or sneakers) and channel your inner bailador because Phi Iota Alpha and the women of Lambda Delta Psi are bringing Salsa Sensation to the A&M campus on March 7, the Thursday before spring break.

The night full of Latin persuasion kicks off with an hour of free dance lessons provided by the owner of Mambos Entertainment, Chris Zebo, who is responsible for the popular salsa nights at the Village Cafe. Zebo will be teaching three of the most danced Latin club dances (merengue, bachata, and salsa) before the party starts.

After the lessons, DJ Advent will get the party started with tracks to try out your new moves. Wear clothing that is comfortable and that you’re willing to sweat in, and wear any shoes you want, since the event will be outside and on concrete.

Get an early jump on spring break and finally tell your mom you got those dance lessons she’s been nagging you about. The event is free to the public and will take place outside by Rudder Fountain, March 7 at 7pm.

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Ars Lyrica @ First Presbyterian Church

Michael Duffy@ George Bush Library

Sunset Boulevard@ Theatre Company

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where: First Presbyterian Churchwhen: Thursday, March 7 7:30 p.m.cost: free

where: George Bush Librarywhen: Thursday, March 7 6:00 p.m.cost: free

where: 725 E. Villa Maria Rd.when: March 1, 2, 8, 9 @ 7 p.m. March 2, 3, 9, 10 @ 2 p.m.

It isn’t every day that you get to experience the work of internationally awarded opera directors in Bryan-College Station. Matthew Dirst and Ars Lyrica—a Houston-based ensemble of 17th and 18th century period music—will be in town to deliver some of the most dazzling and moving Baroque music.

Dirst, a harpsichordist, conductor, and doctor of musicology, founded Ars Lyrica in 1998. Nominated for a Best Opera Grammy award in 2011, the ensemble is internationally renowned for its passionate performances. The group blends chamber, dramatic, and sacred music from the Renaissance through the Classical musical era, and they perform regularly at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Houston.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be president of the United States? If you answered yes to this question, you could very well keep wondering for ages until you get bupkis. Or, you could head over to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum next week where The George Bush Foundation will host a reception, book sale, and signing with Michael Duffy, co-author of the New York Times bestseller The President’s Club: Inside the World’s Most Exclusive Fraternity.

Michael Duffy is TIME’s executive director and Washington Bureau Chief for more than a decade. He is responsible for the magazine’s coverage of presidential, political, and national affairs. His other New York Times bestseller, The Preacher and the Presidents: Billy Graham in the White House, was also co-authored with Nancy Gibbs.

Set in Hollywood circa 1949, Sunset Boulevard follows the story of Norma Desmond and Joe Gillis, two down-on-their-luck individuals struggling to make it in Tinsel Town. Desmond, to be played by Mandy Walker, is a former Hollywood-actress-turned-relic after the movie industry moved away from silent films, leaving her career in shambles.

Gillis, to be played by Justin Dollar, is an unsuccessful struggling screenwriter besieged with bills and no way of making ends meet. Fate brings the two together in the form of a dramatic car chase. Gillis attempts to resurrect Desmond’s career, and of course, romance ensues the more they work together. But the promising arc of the story descends into tragedy, as Desmond loses her grip on reality.


Ashley Monical @ Grand Stafford Theater

Naia Kete@ Revolution Cafe and Bar

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where: Grand Stafford Theaterwhen: Sunday, March 10 6 p.m.tickets: grandstaffordtheater.com

where: Revolution Cafe and Barwhen: Saturday, March 8 9 p.m.tickets: naiakete-spe.eventbrite.com $5 pre-show/$10 at door

Described as a combination of Sheryl Crow and Norah Jones, Ashley Monical has been all over the country singing and writing songs with attitude and poise. Her adventurous nature and vocal talent have carried her as far as Hollywood to compete on American Idol, and her second album is on track to be released this year.

Opening for Monical is Haley Cole, a small-town Texas farm-girl who is no stranger to stage lights. Growing up as a member of her church choir, her vocal integrity developed nearly ten years before her talented guitar picking.

Earthy songstress Naia Kete recently competed on the second season of the NBC series The Voice. She was part of country artist Blake Shelton’s team and made it into the top 24. Kete has made a name for herself for being an emotive, jazzy, soul-pop artist. She’s been compared lyrically to Norah Jones, Lauryn Hill, and soul diva Erykah Badu. Her mature songwriting has allowed her to align with musicians such as Adele, Jason Mraz, and John Legend.

Since the 21-year-old moved from the hills of western Massachusetts to Los Angeles, she’s been writing music with the likes of Colbie Caillat, Linda Perry, Mikal Blue, and Jason Reeves, who all have charted Billboard top hits. Her music is a “personal/political soul-trip,” and the up-and-coming performer will be taking the stage at Revolution Café and Bar on Friday, March 8.

Salsa Dancing@ Village Café

Voted Best Night of Dancing two years in a row, the Village Cafe’s popular salsa nights are like taking a trip to Latin America in your own backyard. On Wednesday and Saturday nights, the Village dance floor takes a pounding from hundreds of Aggies and locals each week. If you’ve never danced salsa, not to worry: one of the most popular things about salsa at the Village is the lessons offered before each night of dancing.

Wednesday nights offer an hour and a half lesson for those who want to learn how to dance. Saturday night begins with a fun (and often hilarious) 30-minute “Crash Course Salsa Lesson” at 10pm. After the lessons on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the dance floor opens up to social dancing.

where: Village Caféwhen: Weds 8 p.m. Sats 10 p.m.tickets: mambosentertainment.com


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Fargo’s Pit BBQ

1220 N Texas Ave 979.778.3662

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Details:Price- $Cuisine- BBQParking- Private LotPatio- NoAtmosphere- CasualNoise Level- AverageDress Code - Casual

Thirteen years ago this month, Belender Wells and Alan Caldwell decided to “take a chance” at opening a BBQ restaurant. Fast forward to today, and they’ve been mentioned by some of the top BBQ reviewers in the country, had an article written about them in a magazine from Switzerland, and have recently moved locations to expand their booming business.

Prior to this year, Fargo’s was well known for operating out of a small blue building with no interior dining room and a small parking lot. Customers were frequently found eating their delicious meals while sitting on or in their cars. This year, Wells and Caldwell took another chance and moved into a location in North Bryan, at the intersection of MLK and Texas Avenue. Now, they’ve finally accommodated their customers’ persistent requests for a sit-down dining experience.

The new location boasts the same brilliant blue as its previous location, and as you approach the door, you’ll find not much has changed. The overwhelming smell of smoked meats greets you before your hand hits the door. Upon entering, all four meats (pork ribs, brisket, sausage, and chicken) are proudly displayed in a glass case. It’s a visual feast for your eyes; perfectly charred meat just waiting to be sliced and plated. All meat options are served in half-pound increments (not by plates) and sides are served a la carte.

Wells says part of their success with customers is that the pitmaster, Alan, barbeques the “old-fashioned” way. They have a large base of older customers who say that Alan’s style of barbequing takes them back to how their families used to cook. Every morning, Alan wakes up early in the morning to start the meat, as all meat is cooked and sold the same day. So if you’re hankering for a certain type of meat, get there early--because once it’s out, you’re out of luck. The pit was dismantled from the previous location and rebuilt in the back of the restaurant, but there’s a large fence which blocks it from sight. Fargo’s is really serious about keeping their trademark BBQ a secret.

We sampled every meat Fargo’s had to offer, and every single bite was tender. The meat on the large pork ribs pulled away from the bone without any hesitation. The thickly sliced brisket, which looked deceivingly dry, actually was so delicate that it fell apart as we were picking it up. Both the ribs and brisket featured a distinctive, thick, red smoke ring, and the peppery sausage had a satisfying snap to the skin and a juicy inside. The chicken is coated in a dry rub, and when it’s combined with pit smoke, it acquires a robust and hearty flavor. All varieties of meat are seasoned just right and need no sauce, but a hearty bowl of sauce is provided on the side should you prefer it.

Berlender is in charge of the sides and desserts and makes all of them from scratch. The potato salad features varying sized chunks of potatoes and shows that it was handmade with love. Neither too mustardy or mayonaisey, it’s the perfect balance of the two with just a little zip--the ultimate BBQ side. The baked beans are a must-try. They are sweet but flavored with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s not a combination we’ve ever come across, but definitely palatable and tasty. Her pasta salad takes another non-traditional route by adding shrimp and crab meat. And we’ve heard rave reviews of her peach cobbler from other diners but we just couldn’t take another bite.

Berlender said the transition and the move to their new location has generated steady lines already, and we have a hunch that it’s because people are excited to finally sit down and savor Fargo’s first-rate BBQ. Make sure you bring green to Fargo’s, as they only accept cash.

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Layne’s Chicken FingersChicken fingers are a staple of the Aggie diet, and Layne’s is not only a favorite fry house but an Aggie institution. With two locations (one directly across campus), Layne’s is cheap, fast, and friendly. Dine in or take out • 106 Walton Drive, College Station – 979-976-7633 • 1301 Wellborn Road, College Station – 979-696-6933 • $

Caffe CapriGentlemen; let this be your secret weapon in your romantic date night arsenal. From the moment you lay eyes on the place, you know without a doubt that you’re in for a special evening. The tantalizing smells of fresh bread baking, the sights of spicy Cajun fettuccine being tossed in a rich cream sauce in the open kitchen makes this restaurant a hit. Cozy booths and dim lighting give Caffe Capri a quaint date-night atmosphere. Plan on waiting outside for a table Friday and Saturday night. Dine in • 222 N Main St Bryan, TX 77803 --(979) 822-2675 • $$

Christopher’s World GrillLocated in the historic and restored Andrews House, Christopher’s World Grill is abundant in atmosphere as well as superb food. Every meal begins with a bounty of fresh baked breads that, on their own, would make Christopher’s an outstanding restaurant. Upon looking at the menu, you’ll regret not bringing more friends to dine with because immediately you’ll want to try everything and sample from your neighbors plate. The menu features classics found around the world as well as hybrids of classics such as the New Orleans-style eggs benedict, where an English muffin is replaced by a plump and succulent crab cake. Christopher’s also offers a full bar and separate cocktail bar accompanied by piano playing and cozy booths. Dine in • 5001 Boonville Rd Bryan, TX 77802 -- (979) 776-2181 • $$$

Shiraz Shish KabobFamily owned and operated since 2008, Shiraz Shish Kabob is the premiere destination for Mediterranean cuisine in College Station. From succulent skewers of spiced lamb, to beef and chicken gyros, everything that comes out of the kitchen is seasoned to perfection. Sticks of meat not your thing? Shiraz has a wide selection of vegetarian-friendly entrees that are sure to please. Dine in or take out • 110 Dominik DrCollege Station, TX 77840 --(979) 694-8385 • $$

Fish Daddy’s Whether its fried, grilled, stuffed, served in a taco, or as a po’ boy, Fish Daddy’s is bound to have your favorite seafood served just the way you like it. Favorite seafood platters include the New England baked stuffed fish, chicken tenders and shrimp, as well as farm raised catfish. The meal is made all the more relaxing and enjoyable by Fish Daddy’s nautical decor and giant decorative fish tank. But what’s even more relaxing and enjoyable are the low prices you’ll pay for such huge portions. Dine in • 611 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 260-1611 • $-$$

Jason’s DeliFast food doesn’t have to be unhealthy, and Jason’s Deli understands this. With a nutrition calculator available online, Jason’s Deli provides a way for diners to enjoy fast food without worrying about their waistlines. Their sandwiches and wraps menu alone is extensive, with well over 20 signature sandwiches

to choose from. But don’t let the title of being a deli fool you. Jason’s has an array of soups, pastas, salads and baked potatoes to ensure that you’ll never grow tired of the same old chip and sandwich combo. And should you search through the entire menu and still not see anything that tickles your fancy, Jason’s allows costumers to build their own sandwiches from the bread up! Dine in, take out • 1460 S Texas Ave #5, College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 764-2929 •$-$$

How Do You RollYou’ve seen the “build it yourself” method applied to both the sandwich industry and burrito shops everywhere. Now it’s time for sushi to enter the mix. Patrons start by selecting a type of wrap and rice followed by their choice of 3 veggies. Once the base of their sushi roll is complete, customers can select from a wide array of proteins, ranging from beef, yellow tail, grilled eel, salmon, tuna, and many others. Watch as your sushi sensation is rolled to perfection and finish it off with your choice of sauce. Should you not trust your skills in the art of sushi, relax: How Do You Roll offers preconceived combinations for you to pick from. Dine in, take out • 919 Harvey Rd, College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 694-4624 • $-$$

Rudy’s BBQAs you drive within 20 yards of Rudy’s, you can smell the smoke emanating from their fire pits. Talk about effective advertising. Although it’s a chain, and some would sneer at the thought of corporate BBQ, Rudy’s prides itself on its consistency, oak burning pits (compared to the standard mesquite), and special recipe “Sause” (they spelled it that way even before the Internet ruined the English language). Meats are served by weight and family-style. Dine in or take out • 504 Harvey Road, College Station – 979-696-7383 • $-$$

The Proudest MonkeyLocated next to the Queen Theater, Monkey patrons dine on gourmet bar food such as pulled pork sandwiches, a selection of tacos, chorizo burgers, and parmesan fries while enjoying one of the bar’s signature cocktails. For dessert, try a mint chocolate martini or any of their ice cream martinis for that matter. Large projection screen TVs play games, but check out their bathrooms, even if you only need to wash your hands before eating. They have TV screens embedded in their mirrors, so you won’t miss the score or the dramatic arc in your favorite soap. Dine in • 108 S Main St Bryan, TX 77803 -- (979) 361-4777 • $

Republic SteakhouseSteakhouses in Texas are a dime a dozen, with each trying to differentiate themselves by boasting obscene eating challenges or some unholy portion sizes prompting cardiac arrest. Then there’s Republic Steakhouse. They stand out by letting their food do the talking, with the highest quality steaks in the region. All ingredients are ordered from local purveyors, reflected in the menu’s seasonal changes emphasizing the best of the Brazos Valley’s bounty. The Republic is also home to the smallest microbrewery in Texas, allowing for a constant flow of ever changing beers to match the ever changing seasonal menu. Warm mahogany walls and elegant Texas décor make the Republic a must for any special occasion or date night. Dine in • 701 University Drive East, Suite 406. College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 260-4120 • $$$

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Caffé Capri

Gentlemen; let this be your secret weapon in your romantic date night arsenal. From the moment you lay eyes on the place, you know without a doubt that you’re in for a special evening.

The tantalizing smells of fresh bread baking, the sights of spicy Cajun fettuccine being tossed in a rich cream sauce in the open kitchen makes this restaurant a hit.

Cozy booths and dim lighting give Caffé Capri a quaint date-night atmosphere. Plan on waiting outside for a table Friday and Saturday night.

Hours: Lunch - Mon-Fri 11:00 - 2:00 Dinner - Mon-Thurs 6:00 - 9:00 Fri-Sat 5:00 - 9:00Details:Cuisine - Italian Pricing - $$Parking - On the streetPatio - NoAtmosphere - Sleek/ModernNoise - LoudDress Code - Casual

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It happens to everyone: it’s a late night, you’re flipping through the channels, and suddenly something catches your eye. Your mouth starts to water, and instantly your thumb is paralyzed from moving on to the next channel. You’ve just fallen prey to the Food Network. Helplessly, you watch as master chefs cook up succulent cuts of meat, delicious looking new takes on old recipes, and party-ready appetizers. And you lie to yourself and say, “I could do that, no problem.” But what if you could actually cook like a celebrity chef, and what if you didn’t even need to enroll in a culinary school?

Once a month, Brazos Valley’s very own Messina Hof Winery gives the culinary curious a chance to learn the tricks and secrets of a true chef. Whether you’re an aspiring chef or a seasoned veteran of the kitchen, Messina Hof’s cooking classes cater to all levels of cooking experience in a fun-filled environment.

Aspiring chefs can learn various cooking techniques while better familiarizing themselves with a plethora of spices and ingredients. The lessons also teach future chefs how to identify and properly prepare different cuts of meat and what sides and wines pare best with each cut. Finally, each learning experience is a chance for potential chefs to play with all the unique tools of the kitchen that would make even a pampered amateur chef jealous.

As an added bonus, Messina Hof rewards those who attend six cooking parties by bestowing them with the title of Honorary Vintage House Sous Chef. In addition to having your name displayed on a plaque in the Vintage House, the honorary title can be used to receive a 10% discount on future cooking parties.

Sign up for a chance to become a master chef in your spare time at messinahof.com with multiple packages available for single or multiple cooking parties.

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By Derek FAvini

where: Messina Hof Winerywhen: Sunday, March 10info: messinahof.com

pg 22 | maroonweekly.com | 03.06.13TThere’s a welcome whiff of slackerdom emanating from Jack the Giant Slayer; Nicholas Hoult is dressed like he’s late for an 8am class, complete with a peasant hoodie and a wilting haircut; and the animated fairy tale that opens the movie looks like rough, video game CGI. Director Bryan Singer just sort of covers the plot without much elegance or imagination. It’s kind of refreshing; after Peter Jackson’s intricate, three-hour engorgement of the first third of a children’s story, I’ve never been happier to see a movie breeze through to the end.

The story is ever so slightly expanded, to better explain how a world of giants lives just a beanstalk away from a world of humans. The story’s also ironed out flat to better maintain our hero’s dignity; let’s just say Jack doesn’t sell his last horse for a pouch of magic beans, exactly. And even if he did, the universe of this film is so affable and low-key that it would hardly sully him. Singer fast-walks through these two hours perfectly. First

we learn about the legend of the giants and the magical crown that demands their obedience, then Jack meets an adventure-seeking princess, then he drops the beans. Soldiers head up the beanstalk, giants head down, and it all resolves in a tug-of-war so unbelievable that we don’t even get an overhead shot because it would give the ruse away.

Hoult cutely stoops his way through the kiddie pool, but--by golly--I was invested in Jack proving himself to Ewan MacGregor’s general. Like the screenwriters, I could take or leave the damsel (as they did), though it sure is modern to show the adventurous princess that she’s better off getting rescued, falling in love, and popping out babies. Instead, this is a guy’s movie. Ian McShane as the king and Ralph Brown as his advisor bring just the right amount of weight to the redshirts so that death actually matters without weighing down the spectacle. Bill Nighy voices the primary giant villain,

so Jack is basically up against a less scary Davy Jones from Pirates of the Caribbean. And Stanley Tucci single-wiggedly elevates the entire movie. Nobody lets a moment land like Tucci.

It’s silly, conventional, and contrived, but I got swept up just the same. There’s a moment featured in the trailers where a man runs away from a giant toward the camera for half a minute and then the giant takes three strides and squashes him like a bug. I hadn’t felt scale like that since Jurassic Park. Not bad for a bedtime story.

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1. Jack the Giant Slayer 1/2

Next to the gritty Hansel and Gretel and Peter Jackson’s obese kid’s book, Bryan Singer’s fairy tale is a slacker’s paradise. How refreshing! Worth it for Stanley Tucci’s cocker spaniel wig alone. PG-13 (114 min.)

2. Identity Thief 1/2

A fat chick steals a wry guy’s identity in this lazy, old, clunky stereotype vehicle. But it is inspiring to see that even a movie starring Melissa McCarthy and Jason Bateman can be unfunny. R (112 min.)

3. 21 and Over 1/2

An astronaut responds to a distress signal and finds out—say it with me, Admiral Ackbar—it’s a trap! It’s a kids-only affair, a disappointment after the great animation of 2012, but it’s tolerable. PG (90 min.)

4. The Last Exorcism Part II The Last Exorcism was such an unsettling creeper that it turned out not be the last one after all, unfortunately. I can’t wait for Part III: The Very Last Exorcism Until The Next One. PG-13 (88 min.)

5. Snitch 1/2

The Rock goes undercover for the DEA in order to prove his son was framed. Heavy on the dumb action and heavier on the angst, Snitch’ll do, but when are we getting Fast 6? PG-13 (112 min.)

6. Escape from Planet Earth

An astronaut responds to a distress signal and finds out—say it with me, Admiral Ackbar—it’s a trap! It’s a kids-only affair, a disappointment after the great animation of 2012, but it’s tolerable. PG (90 min.)

7. Safe Haven 1/2

Nicholas Sparks strikes again! Pretty white people get over their sympathetic tragedies and learn to love again. Fans know what they’re getting. To everyone else: you’ve got to look up the twist. It’s hilarious. PG-13 (115 min.)

8. Silver Linings Playbook 1/2

Bradley Cooper tries to control his bipolar disorder by preparing for a dance competition with a new friend, the depressed Jennifer Lawrence. Come for the feel-good funny, stay for the electric performances. R (122 min.)

9. A Good Day to Die Hard It took five movies but at last the sturdy Die Hard franchise is just another action series, all clunky explosions and old-man limping. John McClane deserves better. One-liners are supposed to be funny, right? R (97 min.)

10. Dark Skies 1/2

Felicity tries to protect her family from aliens who keep causing nightmares and nosebleeds. Scary stuff, but not nearly as bleak as wasting a classic sci-fi moral on a contemporary parenting lecture. PG-13 (108 min.)

11. Warm Bodies 1/2

Cute becomes cutesy and beautiful becomes well-meaning as this unconventional, homemade zom-com gives way to blockbuster baloney, consigning itself to the friend zone. Who knew Etsy and Hollywood had such aesthetic overlap? PG-13 (97 min.)

12. Life of Pi 1/2 A multi-religious boy crosses the Pacific on a lifeboat with a tiger in this New Age light-show

that spans the distance from moving triumph to survival guide to thoughtless headache. Is pretty enough? PG (127 min.)

13. Argo 1/2

Ben Affleck the actor glowers to show how serious this is while Ben Affleck the director lets loose on his best movie yet. The Iran hostage crisis has never been so fun. R (120 min.)

14. Side Effects 1/2

The girl with the depression, uh, tattoo gets embroiled in some dangerous pharmaceuticals in this airport thriller. Steven Soderbergh may be retiring, but he goes out at the top of his game. R (106 min.)

15. Quartet Old British actors everyone loves, such as like Helen Mirren and Michael Gambon, crack wise and learn to love life again this year. I guess we have 2013’s Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. PG-13 (98 min.)

16. Zero Dark Thirty Kathryn Bigelow’s cerebral procedural dramatizes the “War on Terror” by following the US on its decade-long manhunt for Osama bin Laden. It’s smart, focused, risky, in a word, adult filmmaking. R (157 min.)

17. Django Unchained1/2

Tarantino’s slavery epic is an ungainly beast, but of course it is. Thing is, Django is also Tarantino’s least complicated revenge drama yet, fighting fire with fire and winning. Christoph Waltz needs a new Oscar. R (165 min.)

18. Lincoln Daniel Day-Lewis leads an all-star cast in the passage of the 13th amendment, using expediency, corruption, and lies. It isn’t pretty to watch the democratic sausage get made, but with Spielberg, it sure is tasty. PG-13 (150 min.)

19. Beautiful Creatures 1/2

Young lovers Ethan and Lena discover supernatural secrets about their families and their town. The southern setting might scream True Blood or The Vampire Diaries, but come on--this is Twilight-lite. Team Alden! PG-13 (124 min.)

20. Wreck-It Ralph 1/2

John C. Reilly takes a villain on a hero’s journey in this arcade version of Toy Story. More importantly, they made Sarah Silverman a Disney princess, and she tore the establishment down.

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HHave you ever wondered what it would be like to be president of the United States? Of course you have. Well, you don’t have to use your imagination anymore. Head over to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum next week where The George Bush Foundation will host a reception, book sale, and signing with Michael Duffy, co-author of the New York Times bestseller The President’s Club: Inside the World’s Most Exclusive Fraternity.

The President’s Club is no ordinary social circle. Its members have all had experience in the Oval Office. The former presidents are always in an endless competition that will determine who is history’s favorite. With stories ranging from Kennedy through Nixon to Obama, this account of presidential politicking offers a detailed glance at the accusations, alliances, pacts, conspiracies, enmities, and betrayals of the inner circle. The co-authors, Michael Duffy and Nancy Gibbs, are both historians who offer a revealing perspective on the American presidency, exploring the influence of the President’s Club throughout the course of history.

Michael Duffy is TIME’s executive director and has been Washington Bureau Chief for more than a decade. He is responsible for the magazine’s coverage of presidential, political, and national affairs. His other, New York Times bestseller The Preacher and the Presidents: Billy Graham in the White House, was also co-authored with Nancy Gibbs.

Stop wondering about the presidential life and head over to the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum to meet one of the most knowledgeable authors on presidential affairs. He will be in the Annenberg Presidential Conference Center at the George Bush Presidential Library Center on March 7, 2013. Visit georgebushfoundation.org/DuffyGibbs for more information.

Author Michael Duffy @ The George Bush Presidential

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where: George Bush Librarywhen: Thursday, March 7info: georgebushfoundation.org/DuffyGibbs

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It isn’t every day that you get to experience the work of internationally renowned opera directors in Bryan-College Station. Matthew Dirst and Ars Lyrica—a Houston-based ensemble of 17th and 18th century period music—will be in town to deliver some of the most dazzling and moving Baroque music.

Dirst, a harpsichordist, conductor, and doctor of musicology, founded Ars Lyrica in 1998. Nominated for a Best Opera Grammy award in 2011, the ensemble is highly regarded for its passionate performances. The group blends chamber, dramatic, and sacred music from the Renaissance through the Classical musical era, and they perform regularly at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Houston.

Their programs include national meetings and conventions, such as the American Musicological Society, the American Bach Society, the American Guild of Organists, the Society for 17th Century Music, and the world renowned Boston Early Music Festival. The ensemble also works with several local art-oriented organizations throughout Texas.

The Friends of Chamber Music & Concerts on Carter Creek is bringing the acclaimed Ars Lyrica ensemble to BCS on March 7. Visit A&M’s Academy for the Visual and Performance Arts at academyarts.tamu.edu/events/arts-lyrica-houston for more information.

Matthew Dirst and Ars Lyrica @ First

Presbyterian Church

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where: First Presbyterian Churchwhen: Thursday, March 7info: academyarts.tamu.edu/events/ arts-lyrica-houston

FORSYTH GALLERIES Runyon Cameo Examples and Paperweights Permanent Exhibit Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

MSC OPAS February 15-April 14 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

STARK GALLERIES Absolute Truth, Nothing But Lies January 17-March 3 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Hansegger & Delulio: Fate and Friendship January 24-March 13 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM Conflict & Development: The Nexus of Animals, Environment, and the Human Condition Ends March 31 Mon-Sat 9:30am-5 pm Cost: Adults- $7.00 Seniors-$6.00 TAMU & Blinn Students- Free Other college students with ID- $3.00 Children (6-17)- $3.00

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Texas A&M’s Memorial Student Center holds a special place in the hearts of all Aggies. A memorial to all Aggies lost in combat, the MSC functions also as a place for students to study, eat, shop, and nap in-between classes. In addition to catering to all these activities, the MSC also houses multiple museums and art collections.

Though A&M is not a prolific art university, the museums located in the MSC showcase the talents of both rising and experienced artists. Through the MSC, students and the local community are given an opportunity to appreciate world class art that would otherwise only be accessible from the screen of a computer or in the pages of a book.

Currently showcased at the MSC are the finalists and winners of the Aggie Frame of Mind photography competition. A competition and first of its kind for A&M, Aggie Frame of Mind, challenged not only local, trained photographers but anyone with a camera to present their

personal interpretation of “Vibrancy” as a photograph. All entrants were also required to present a written statement to give insight into why they believed their photograph truly captured the theme of this semester’s competition.

After numerous submissions, the competition was narrowed down to just 12 finalists. Judges took the 12 finalists’ written statements plus the criteria of aesthetics, use of the camera, creativity, and composition into consideration to finally decide this year’s winner, Tanner Hladek.

Hladek’s not only won the competition but also had an additional picture make it to the final judging round, placing fourth overall. Hladek’s winning submission, Aquatic, and his fourth place submission, Hydration, as well as all the other winning submissions are currently being showcased on the second floor of the MSC for the remainder of the semester.

Aggie Frame of Mind @ TAMU MSCBy Derek FAvini

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1 Cool, in 1990s rap parlance5 Disaster, like the four movies in the theme entries9 Hide words from the kids, maybe14 Host with rumors of retiring in 201415 One woodwind16 The present17 “Edit” menu option18 It may be more19 Orange Muppet20 Pattern for highland families23 ___ Majesty24 Mass ___ (Boston thoroughfare, to locals)25 Word after Gator or Power26 “Now I see!”27 Richard or Maurice of 1940s fast food32 Trips around the earth36 Village Voice award37 Golfer Palmer38 Yoko of “Dear Yoko”39 SeaWorld star attraction40 Geometric shape: abbr.41 Outside the box43 Comet, for example45 “I’m amazed!”46 Columbus Day’s mo.47 Dizzy Gillespie genre48 Gp. that regulates carry-on luggage51 Itinerary collected by a rock historian56 The South57 “___ Window”58 Vizquel of baseball59 “Fanny” author Jong60 Prefix meaning “within”61 Clue weapon62 Ford’s famous flop63 TV chef Paula64 Scrape spot

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1 Stuffed doll material2 Therefore3 Conjunctions seen with a slash4 Honk the horn5 Simon in South American history6 With a high BMI7 ___ pit8 Category for Daniel Day-Lewis9 Sound purchase?10 After-dinner wine11 Krabappel of “The Simpsons”12 ___ to rest13 Soapmaking caustic21 California/Nevada lake22 Makes new friends?26 Hill of the Clarence Thomas scandal27 Secondary study28 Not in any way29 Having ___ hair day30 Super-long ride31 Two, in Toulouse32 Pop singer Anthony33 “Moral ___” (Cartoon Network show)34 Way back when35 Exhausted39 Market divisions?41 Maritime patrol gp.42 Club on the fairway44 Option given by Howie Mandel47 Wesley Snipes title role48 Pumbaa’s cartoon buddy49 Rickman, in the “Harry Potter” films50 Terms and conditions option51 Snipe or thrush52 Line on a graph53 Pleasant54 It may be spliced55 Monkees member Peter56 Wallace of “E.T.”

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