Downtown Crowd April 2013

On the cover: Artwork by Kassie McLean

CONTENTS

4. DowntownImprovement Board

6. Art • Music • Theatre

10. Dateline Downtown

11. Word on the Street

12. ChatterBox

14. Viva Pensacola Jazz

17. Your Official Guideto Gallery Night

22. Cabaret GoesBroadway

25. Business Profile:ShoMe PrenatalImaging

26. Film

28. Festival on theGreen

30. Historic District

33. ChowDownTown:My Favorite Things

35. Faces in the Crowd

PublisherMalcolm Ballinger

Executive EditorKelly Oden

EditorEmily Lullo

Art DirectorRita Laymon

Graphic Designer and Ad CoordinatorKassie McLean

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Editorial AssistantJosh Newby

Advertising Account ExecutivesCaroline Martin

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Contributing WritersSandra Ward

DIB Executive DirectorRon Butlin

DIB Board MembersBurney Merrill – Chairman

Ed Carson – Vice ChairmanBob Van Slyke – Treasurer

Evan LevinCorbett Davis, Jr.

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Editor’s Corner

I was trying so hard not to write about the weather herebecause it’s become a comically overused theme in thiseditorial, but it seems almost impossible. The weather is anomnipresent facet of our daily lives, something everyone inthis community shares. It’s the small talk topic of choice inevery elevator, with the mailman, with the people in the gym you see every day butdon’t really know and with anyone else who has to be near you for more than threeseconds.

This seemingly idle chitchat about the weather is what binds us together asPensacolians—nay, as humans! It is out of our control. We are all at the mercy of itswrath or are the beneficiary of its metaphorical good will. So this month I say to you,readers: How. About. This. Weather!

Seriously, it is amazing out there, and this month you can take full advantage of theglorious offerings from the weather gods at some of the area’s most tried-and-trueevents and activities.

Right off the bat, there’s Gallery Night. We’ve waited two long months and nowit’s back with all the trappings of a perfect night out in Downtown, but this editionhas a jazzy twist. It’s being held April 5 in conjunction with Viva Pensacola Jazz, aweeklong celebration of jazz that culminates in the 30th annual Pensacola JazzFest,which will take over Seville Square April 6-7. See our Official Guide to Gallery Nightstarting on page 18, and read all about the fest on page 14.

Also, this month brings us UWF’s Festival on the Green. This festival truly hassomething for everyone. Dog lovers, fans of creative anachronism, arts and craftscollectors and people who just like to spend a spring day out of the house will all havea great time. A lot has changed just in the five years since I graduated from UWF, so Idefinitely want to check out what’s new at my alma mater along with all of theregular FotG festivities. Has it been five years? Now I feel old.

Along with these time-tested events, we’ve got some newer activities that willsurely become traditions in Pensacola’s future. The second season of our Double-Abaseball team the Blue Wahoos kicks off on April 4. Sitting in that stadium, beer inhand, looking out at the water while hearing the crack of a bat is the ultimatecelebration of gorgeous springtime weather.

And, hey, on the way to the game, stop by Al Fresco, the much-buzzed-aboutoutdoor dining concept at Main and Palafox. There are yet many more new bars,restaurants and attractions on thehorizon here in DowntownPensacola, so best to just come ondown here at least weekly andhave a look for yourself. So comeout. Our benevolentmeteorologicaloverlords compel you.

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April will be an exciting time toexperience Downtown Pensacola

The weather shouldbe beautiful, so takeadvantage of enjoyingthe many outdooractivities thatDowntown Pensacolahas to offer.

The Viva PensacolaJazz Fest is hosting aweek long celebrationfrom April 1 – 7. Friday, April 5 GalleryNight from 5 to 9 pm.The street will remainclosed until midnight.The theme is Jazz, sojazz music can beenjoyed in numerouslocations.

Thursday, April 4 isthe Blue WahooOpening Game; comeearly and enjoy thefood at one of thenewly openedrestaurants.

Jerry’s Cajun Café,the anchor restaurantfor the Al Frescoairstream trailer eatingexperience is nowopened. Otherairstream trailers willcontain Gouda Stuff, agourmet grilled cheesesandwich restaurant;and Z Taco, a Tex Mexrestaurant hoping to

open soon. Bodacious Brew, an

extension of BodaciousOlive, opens at 7 amfor coffee andbreakfast. In addition,it will have chocolate,gelato, desserts &snacks.

Pensacola’s first rooftop restaurant,Mackey’s Mudhouse &Grille, located at 28 n.Palafox Street isscheduled to open bythe end of April. Theirhours will be Monday-Thursday from 7 am to11 pm; Friday & Sat

from 7 pm to midnight;and Sundays from 10am to 2 pm. Theyclaim to have the “bestmac & cheese in theworld.” You need to tryit! Plus, it has atraditional Americanmenu, vegetariandishes, and unique beerselection.

Two new retail storesare adding to thediverse DowntownPensacola shoppingexperience. Design StarFabrics & Upholstery isan upscale interiorfabric store with a large

selection of fabrics toaccommodate variousdesign styles. It is theanchor store for the“Shops of Tarragona”;at the corner ofTarragona and Garden,and is now open forbusiness.

Once Upon A Timeis a newconsignment/thriftstore located on NorthPalafox between Chaseand Wright Street.They plan on openingby the end of April.

D o w n t o w n I m p r o v e m e n t B o a r d

Sandra WardInterim Executive Director of the

Downtown Improvement Board



UWF’s Spring Chamber Music Series at Old Christ ChurchApril 3The University of West Florida Department of Music will presentan afternoon of chamber music during the 2013 Spring semester,each first Wednesday at 12 pm in the Old Christ Church inHistoric Downtown Pensacola. The church is located at 120 EastChurch Street. Every performance in the series is free and opento the public. On April 3, the concert will be titled “Spring isHere.” The final concert of the semester will be filled withbeautiful chamber music and fun-loving performers. Members ofthe UWF Chamber Music Class will present their finalperformance of the Spring semester, showcasing all the excitingrepertoire they mastered during this term. For moreinformation, contact the Music office at 474-2147.

All Star Jazz Fest Line UpApril 6-7

On Saturday night at the Fish House, vocalist Kathy Lyon will host the “All-Star Jazz Fest JamSession” with Eric Doney on piano, Tom Latenser on bass, and Fred Domulot on drums. Theywill open with a few songs to kick things off, then they will be inviting performers that werefeatured during the 30th Annual Pensacola Jazz Fest itself, including several prominent

national artists as well as musicians who have been performing throughout that week aspart of the “Viva Pensacola Jazz” events. During Sunday brunch, the Palafox Quartetwill take the Deck Bar stage where together they will present both traditional andmodern jazz. For more information call 470-0003.

A r t • M u s i c • T h e a t r e

PMA & Jazz Society Present The JazzPhotography of Duncan SchiedtThrough April 20The Pensacola Museum of Art haspartnered with Jazz Society ofPensacola to present an exhibitionof jazz photography by renownedphotographer Duncan Schiedt. Formore than 60 years, Duncan Schiedt has capturedjazz musicians in concert and behind the scenes. Hisphotos have appeared in numerous books,magazines, album covers, and notably Ken Burn’sdocumentary, Jazz. He has written four books onjazz, most recently Jazz in Black and White, avolume of his most important photographs over 65years. The exhibition will be on display throughApril 20 at the PMA.

Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents Riteof SpringApril 27The Pensacola Symphony Orchestra invites you to attend a concertSaturday, April 27 at 8 pm at the Saenger Theatre, featuring avariety of pieces including Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring. Rite of Springpremiered in 1913 and its departure from the musical styles of thetime incited a riot in the concert hall. On the 100th anniversary, thePSO hopes you just enjoy and applaud enthusiastically at the end.This concert will also feature the UWF Women’s Chorus. Ticketsare $20-$82 and are available at the Saenger Box Office or throughpensacolasaenger.com.

PensacolaSymphonyOrchestra at theSaengerApril 6Come enjoy thePensacola SymphonyOrchestra for a specialconcert at the Saenger Theatre on Saturday, April 6 at 8 pm.As a special addition to the season, the PSO will performRussian masterpieces that are each a showstopper that youwill be sure to enjoy. Night on Bald Mountain was originallywritten as a depiction of the witches’ sabbath. Tchaikovsky’spiano concerto is a Romantic masterpiece. To finish theconcert, Symphonic Dances is a truly spectacular showcase ofyour PSO. Tickets are $20-$82 and are available at theSaenger Box Office or through pensacolasaenger.com.

Jazz at Jackson’s April 4As part of Viva Pensacola Jazz, guests are invited to enjoy a dinner at Jackson’s Thursday, April4 with jazz entertainment. Chef Miller has prepared a special-feature entre: classicDelmonico steak with celeriac-potato mash with sauted Brussels sprouts, caramelizedVidalia onions, and smoked bacon. The featured musicians include: Jack Zoesch (piano),Jim Green (guitar), Steve Gilmore (bass), and Sandy Spivey (sax). Together, they willpresent both traditional and modern jazz standards by composers and musicians withenduring popularity, including George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Duke Ellington,Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and more. There will be seatings at 5:30 and 7:30 pm.Call 469-9898 for reservations.


Spring Has Sprung at Blue Morning GalleryGallery Night EventsThe Blue Morning Gallery’s April calendar is full ofartful events. For Gallery Night, Friday, April 5, theSpotlight on Art continues to focus on Postcardsfrom Pensacola, an all-member show featuring smallworks of art by artists working in their usual medium.The presence of the Celtic band Sweet Prospect andthe Dove Chocolate Lady enhances the evening.Blue Morning Gallery Art ScholarshipGallery member artists have again funded the BlueMorning Gallery Art Scholarship in conjunction withthe University of West Florida Foundation, Inc. Thescholarship assists a UWF art major in coveringsenior year art expenses. This year’s winner, JasonPinckart, is a classically trained portraitist. Jason’s artis displayed on the Spotlight on Art wall from April 7-20. A reception on April 12, from 5-8 pm, is open tothe public. John Maddox, jazz guitarist, provides themusic.Painting Classes with Margaret BiggsNoted local artist Margaret Biggs instructs beginningand intermediate level students in painting at theGallery on Thursday evenings from 6-9 pm.Beginning April 11 and concluding May 30, theeight session class costs $280, plus supplies.Margaret’s art can be seen in several galleries locallyand out of state and her work has been juried in thePensacola Museum of Art annual members show.For more information and to enroll, contactMargaret at 850-776-7119 [email protected].“Lost and Found.”The final Gallery event for April is a group showintriguingly titled “Lost and Found.” The Spotlight onArt highlights works by participating artists SusanMayer, mixed media with found objects; MeghanMcMillan, jewelry; Mark Schmitt, tile art; JimSweida, photography; and Sue Woodson, pottery.The Lost and Found show begins April 21 andcontinues through May 18. The artists welcome thepublic to a reception the evening of Friday, April 26.The Blue Morning Gallery is located at 21 PalafoxPlace, Downtown Pensacola. For information, call850-429-9100.

PLT Presents Snoopy: The MusicalApril 12-14; 18-21The Pensacola LittleTheatre PresentsSnoopy, a musicalcomedy based on thecomic strip Peanuts. Asequel to the musicalYou’re a Good Man,Charlie Brown, thisproduction focusesmore on the life ofSnoopy. Thischarming, warm-hearted musical is fullof laughs and lifelessons on friendship and believing in yourself. You’llbe delighted to see all your favorite characters backon the PLT stage. Friday and Saturday shows are at7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm.Tickets are $14-$30 and are available through thePLT box office or pensacolalittletheatre.com

The Addams Family at the SaengerApril 24The Addams Family is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darklydelirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday,Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. “A visuallysatisfying, rib-tickling, lunatic musical that will entertain you to death!”according to Toronto Post City, this magnificently macabre new musicalcomedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & RickElice, Drama Desk-winning composer/lyricist Andrew Lippa, andchoreographer Sergio Trujillo, with production supervision by four-timeTony Award® winner Jerry Zaks. Come meet the family at the SaengerTheatre on Wednesday, April 24 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $53 and $73 andare available at the Saenger Box Office or pensacolasaenger.com.

PLT Presents The MOMologuesApril 26-28Get ready for TheMOMologues, thecomedy aboutmotherhood in which acast of four motherscelebrate and laughthrough conception,pregnancy, labor anddelivery, caring fornewborns, adjusting to asecond child, discipline,picky eaters, the terribletwos and more. Itreveals the funny, secretive side of having kids andwill leave you rolling in the aisles and clamoring formore. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 pmand Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm. Tickets are$10 general admission or $17 for limited caféseating, and are available through the PLT box officeor pensacolalittletheatre.com.


PMA Presents Daumier: Artfor the MassesApril 12-June 30Honoré Daumier is widely regarded as one of themost dominant artists of the 19th century. Usingthe relatively new technique of lithography, he wasable to greatly influence popular politics andculture throughout the mid-1800s in France.Armed with a razor-sharp wit and deft drawingand printing skills, Daumier created hundreds ofimages that satirized all aspects of French society.The Pensacola Museum of Art is delighted topresent Daumier: Art for the Masses, an exhibitionof 169 original lithographs and other prints thatrepresent a thorough cross section of the themes

and messages that Daumier depicted in his work. It is the collection of Dr. Patrick Rowe, Art History andHumanities Art Professor at Pensacola State College. Visitors will learn about the nuances of 19th-centuryFrench society through the eyes of the master caricaturist and draftsman—themes that are still relevant tous today. For more information visit pensacolamuseumofart.org.

Gulf Breeze High School PresentsFootloose The MusicalApril 12 & 13Come see the award winning Gulf BreezeHigh School Theater Department’sproduction of Footloose the Musical at theSaenger Theatre April 12 or 13 at 7:30 pm. Thisrousing production features memorable songsalong with exciting dance numbersperformed by talented theater students.Tickets are $10-$30 and are available at theSaenger Theatre Box Office orpensacolasaenger.com.

A r t • M u s i c • T h e a t r e Performance of Rubblemind at Open Books April 12 & 13Come enjoy an original play performed at Open Books, April 12 and 13. Rubblemind is a brutaland bizarre comedy of human desire for power gone totally berserk by playwright andfilmmaker William D. Tucker. Join the play’s protagonist, Hudson as he hurtles into the farfuture, taking on different roles and executing sinister schemes. He must fight against his ownobsolescence, and endure until he can make it to the final showdown with a cruel anddemented Supreme Being. The Universe trembles as Hudson, the Ultimate Traitor, opens thefinal seal. Tucker, a co-founder of the Slusher Street Theatre, is the writer/director of suchplays as Magnificent Forge, Yggdrasil, Straylow: Superflat Killing Machine, and the filmKUBARK. Open Books is located at 1040 N. Guillemard St. Tickets are $3 at the door andshow starts at 8 pm. Call 453-6774 for more information.

Image: from "Dans la Salle des Ventes (Atthe Auction Room)," April 4, 1859, HonoreDaumier, lithograph. Caption translation:"My wife asked me to bring her home aportrait of me made in Paris. I tookadvantage of this sale to buy one." " But itisn't you." "I know that. I'll have the facetouched up. That will cost me less thanhaving an entire one made."

Image: Untitled, Honore Daumier, March 19, 184, woodengraving.

Breathe Yoga Studio New Ownership Community CelebrationApril 28Breathe Yoga Studio is now under the ownership of Tara Taylor,Christa Parent and Stacey Vann (founder of the MahabhutaYoga Festival), and the trio is celebrating the transition with agrand opening community celebration at Breathe (505 AdamsSt.) on Sunday, April 28 at 6 pm. The celebration will include atraditional fire ceremony performed by Vishveketu, followed by akiirtan (a type of interactive concert) with Sean Johnson and theWild Lotus Band from New Orleans. Come out and see whatBreathe has to offer! For details visit breathepcola.com.

PSC Presents Carpe Diem String QuartetApril 8Pensacola State College Lyceum Series presents the Carpe Diem StringQuartet in concert at 7:30 pm Monday, April 8, in the Ashmore Fine ArtsAuditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus. Billed as a classicalstring quartet that rocks, Carpe Diem has become the premier Americanindie string quartet. The group is known for innovative programming,unique collaborations and blurring the lines between genres, whileracking up accolades and awards. Tickets are $11 for general admission;$9 for Seniors 60+, non-PSC students and children; $7 for PSC faculty,staff, retirees and PSC Senior Club; free for current PSC students. Ticketsare available at the Pensacola State Lyceum Ticket Office at 484-1847 oronline at pensacolastate.edu/lyceum.


At Seville Quarter This MonthSeville Quarter hosts a variety of entertainment from a wide array

of genres. For more information check out SevilleQuarter.com.

Mondays: Monday Night Blues

Every Tuesday: Kitt Lough

Wednesday‐Saturday: Dueling Piano Show

April 4: Fatty Waters

April 5: Big Jim Brown, Kategory 5

April 6: Big Jim Brown, Kategory 5, Kristin Diable & the City

April 11: Alverado Road Show

April 12‐13: Alverado Road Show, Schofeild

April 13: 2013 Reggae Festival

April 15: John Cowart

April 19: Hotel Oscar, Grand Theft Audio

April 20: Fatty Waters, Grand Theft Audio

April 25: Fatty Waters

April 26: Modern Eldorados, Big Jim Brown

April 27: Modern Eldorados, Big Jim Brown

At Vinyl Music Hall This MonthVinyl Music Hall hosts a huge variety of musical acts from a wide arrayof genres. For more information check out VinylMusicHall.com. Wednesday, April 3: Tribal Seeds, Stickfigure, The Maad T-Ray, HeritageFriday, April 5: Free Gallery Night Concert featuring Superfunk Fantasy,Ben Miller Band, Gravy Flavored Kisses and more! Saturday, April 6: Rebirth Brass BandWednesday, April 17: BoomboxSunday, April 21: Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears, TimberhawkThursday, April 25: Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires,

Paul & the Tall TreesFriday, April 26: Transmute, Pioneers! O Pioneers!, Paloma,

Dinosaur DazeSaturday, April 27: The WailersSunday, April 28: Peter Murphy Celebrates 35 Years of Bauhaus

Fish House Deck Bar Weekly Music ScheduleThe Deck Bar is closed on Sunday & Monday nightTuesday: Lucas Crutchfield from 6 pm - 10 pm Wednesday: Lucas Crutchfield 5 pm - 9 pm; At 9 pm a regional

band will play until midnight. Regional bands arechanged weekly

Thursday: Lucas Crutchfield 6 pm - 10 pm Friday: Lucas Crutchfield 5 pm - 9 pm; Regional band begins at

9 pm Saturday: Regional bands begin at 9 pm.


D a t e l i n e D o w n t o w n

A.B.C. Beer Tastings at Atlas OysterHouseApril 4Atlas Oyster House and the Lewis BearCompany are presenting a series ofinformational craft beer tastings. Held thefirst Thursday of each month through June,the classes will feature a brewery presenter,discussion, and three selections from thepresenting brewery. The April 4 class willfeature six-ounce glass of each of thefeatured beers. Classes are $10. Call theevents line at 433.9450 to make areservation.

Designer Kitchen & Bath Expedition April 27Presented by the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Guild. Twelve homes, displaying a spectaculararray of renovated kitchens and bathrooms, will be open to Red Carpet VIP Ticket holders. All of thekitchens and baths are by recognized designers showcasing their creativity and design planningexpertise in kitchens and bathrooms. You will travel by luxury tour bus and a PSOG hostess/host willguide you through each private residence where you will meet the designer or a representative ofthe designer who will explain their design approach. A box lunch will be included. For tickets andmore information call 2930814.

Cooking Demonstrations with Chef Irv Miller atJackson’sApril 17 Enjoy a Cooking Demonstration with Jackson’s Chef Irv Miller. For theApril 17 demonstration Chef Irv will present “The Classic DishesRevisited.” Our Southern classics are well known - fried chicken, squashcasserole, cornbread, collard greens, fresh field peas and red velvet cake,to name a few. European classics include escargot, beef Wellington, duckl’orange, steak Diane, nicoise salad, baked Alaska, and more. Chef Millerwill compose a tasting of his most-requested classics, including bothEuropean- and Southern-inspired recipes. In addition, he will behighlighting some of his current favorite new steakhouse classics. Chefwill prepare four tastings of easy-to-replicate revisited classics, andprepare them for you one by one.Tickets are $45 and there will be twoseatings at 5-6:30 pm and 7:30-9 pm. For reservations call 217-2347.

Friends of the West Florida Public Library BookSaleApril 26-28Completion of the expansion and renovation of the West FloridaPublic Library’s Downtown branch means a new venue for the Friendsof the Library’s used book sales. The next book sale is planned forApril 26, 27 and 28 in the new north wing of the library at 239 N.Spring St. The pre-sale, which is free to members of the Friends ofWest Florida Public Library and $5 for non-members, will be 4-8 pm,Friday, April 26. On Saturday, April 27, the sale will be 9 am-5 pmand is free to all. On Sunday, April 28, hours are noon-3 pm. Duringthat time, books may be purchased by the bag for $5. The sale willinclude books of all kinds along with CDs, DVDs, magazines andpuzzles. Donations for the sale are still being accepted. Smalldonations may be dropped off at the Tryon Library, 1200 LangleyAvenue, or the Downtown Library on Spring Street. All proceeds fromthe used book sale benefit West Florida Public Library System. Formore information call 436-5060.

The Newcomers Club of Greater PensacolaPresents Fashion Show & Card PartyApril 10The Newcomers Club of Greater Pensacolawill be holding their annual FashionShow/Card Party “Cruising for Fashion” onApril 10 at New World Landing. Fashions areby Belk. Doors will open at 8 am for bridge,crazy bridge, Mexican train, and cards. Theluncheon and fashion show will begin at noonwith raffle baskets and door prizes. The costis $25. For reservations and tickets callLorraine Narvesen at 995‐8438 and visitpensaolanewcomers.com for moreinformation.

Haunted Lunch Tours at Seville QuarterTuesdaysEnjoy lunch and a ghost tour at Seville Quarter, which has longbeen known to have a haunted history. Tours are availableevery Tuesday at 10:15 am. Reservations are required. Call 221-1977 to reserve a spot and purchase tickets.

Get In The Spirit Day at St. Michael's CemeteryApril 13Come out to St. Michael’s Cemetery for “Get in the Spirit Day” onSaturday, April 13 from 10 am to 2 pm. St. Michael's Cemetery isan outdoor museum chronicling Pensacola's rich culturalheritage. The Annual "Get In The Spirit Day" is a free eventsponsored by the St. Michael's Cemetery Foundation inpartnership with UWF and VIVA Florida 500. Throughout theCemetery, there will be UWF Students reciting historical researchon the lives of the cemetery inhabitants. The students will weaveinteresting stories about the people buried there, how they livedand their contributions to our local history. In addition there willarcheological experts on hand, representatives of many relatedhistorical groups, genealogical societies and music while youwalk the historic grounds. This year there will be some emphasisplaced on the Spanish history in the Cemetery as 2013 marks the500th anniversary of Juan Ponce de Leon's arrival on Florida's eastcoast. Come celebrate with us and learn while having fun!

Estevanico International Festival atPlaza de LunaApril 20-21The Gulf Coast’s many cultures will beshowcased April 20-21 at the EstevanicoInternational Festival at Plaza de Luna, 900S. Palafox St. The festival will celebrate food,dance, music and customs of Africans,Spaniards, Hispanics, Portuguese, NativeAmericans, Jamaicans and Caribbeanislanders. The two days of family-friendlyactivities will offer insights into the lives ofmany settlers and their influences on GulfCoast culture. Estevanico was the first personfrom Africa known to have set foot in thepresent continental United States. AMoroccan, Estevanico was a member of theNarvaez Expedition in 1528; he acted as aguide on Fray Marcos de Niza’s expedition tofind the Seven Cities of Gold in 1539.Admission to the fest is free, and kids canstay cool thanks to a water sprinkler that willkeep them hopping. Event hours are 11 amto 7 pm on Saturday April 20, and 11 am to4 pm on Sunday April 21. Contact thePerdido Key Chamber at 492-4660 or [email protected] for moreinformation.


W o r d o n t h e S t r e e t

New York Nick’s Celebrates Ten Years This Month!New York Nick’s has been a part of Downtown through thick and thin,starting ten years ago when Palafox looked much different than thebustling thoroughfare it is today. Come celebrate a decade of good times,great food and drinks, and all the sports you could ever want at thisDowntown Pensacola mainstay!

Saenger Ranked Number Two NationwideFor the second month in a row, the SMG-managed Saenger Theatre received a nationalranking by Venues Today, an international trade magazine. For the period of January 16through February 15 the Saenger Theatre was listed as a number two Top Spot nationwidebased on gross ticket sales for venues with 2,000 seats or less. Included in the ranking werevenues from markets more than ten times the size of Pensacola including Anaheim, Detroit,Los Angeles, Jacksonville and Chicago. Shows that contributed to the nationwide #2 rankingwere: Pensacola Opera’s Barber of Seville, Broadway in Pensacola’s Hair, Robin Williams inconcert, P.C.A.R.A.’s Google God, Artbeat Inc.’s In The Mood, the Pensacola SymphonyOrchestra, and the Saenger Classic Movie series Sleepless in Seattle. For more informationabout all of the exciting shows coming to the Saenger Theater and to register to receiveevent pre-sale notifications and discounts you can visit our website at pensacolasaenger.com.

Mickie’z Beauty Villa Welcomes New StylistsMickie'z Beauty Villa located in Historic Downtown would like towelcome Stylists Lisa Simpson and Sara Perrenot to the salon, andNail Tech Hailey Snow. Lisa has over 30 years experience in the hairbusiness. Sara brings her funky flair with creative hair color andcuts, as well as corrective color. Hailey has been doing nails since2011 and is awesome at nail designs and color/glitter acrylics aswell as Gelish manicures and pedicures. Call today to schedule yournext appointment 607-7718.

Jerry’s Cajun at Al Fresco Now OpenJerry’s Cajun has opened as the anchor restaurant at Downtown’s newest outdoordining concept Al Fresco, located at the southwest corner of Palafox and Main Street.Come out an enjoy Cajun specialties like po boys, jambalaya, and ettoufee, as well assalads and more! Jerry’s will soon be joined in Al Fresco by the opening of two airstreamtrailer restaurants Z Taco, a Tex Mex café, and gourmet grilled cheese shop Gouda Stuff.

The Marketplace Agora Wine FairApril 12The Marketplace Agora, located inside Paul’s on the Bay, is hosting itssecond annual Wine Fair on Friday, April 12. The fair will featureZimmerman’s International Wines sponsored by Agora, as well ashandcrafted beers, gourmet appetizers, desserts, honey and cheeses.Guests can also enjoy an olive oil tasting and cigars for sale. Cost is $20 atthe door. RSVP to [email protected]. Paul’s on the Bay islocated at 670 Scenic Highway. For more information call 432-5001.

Blue Wahoos Second Season Home GamesThe second season of Blue Wahoos baseball kicks off thismonth! Take yourself out to the ballgame to cheer onPensacola’s newest home team, the Pensacola Blue Wahoosat the glorious Maritime Park baseball field. Home gamesfor this month are listed below. For more information andtime for games, check out bluewahoos.com. April 4-8 vs. Tennessee SmokiesApril 15-19 vs. Jacksonville Suns

Mary-Kathryn TannerWhat is something new you’ve tried Downtownrecently, or something you’ve been meaning to try?I’ve been intending to venture on over to theBodacious Brew because I’ve heard that it’s a greatplace to get coffee and tea drinks at good prices. I planto post up there with my laptop and sip on a chai lattevery soon.What forthcoming or new Downtown attractions areyou looking most forward to and why?Old Hickory Whiskey Bar sounds good to me! I’m a

country girl that enjoys a good, strong whiskey on the rocks.What Downtown spot will always be your old standby?The Elbow Room will always be my standby. My friend and I like to maintain our highscores on the Photo Hunt game while listening to the jukebox and sharing a mushroompizza. It’s a Pensacola tradition!


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John DurdenWhat is something new you’ve tried Downtownrecently, or something you’ve been meaning to try?Something I’ve been meaning to try is the tour ofhistoric Pensacola. What forthcoming new Downtown attractions are youlooking most forward to and why?I can’t wait to try out the food from the Al Fresco foodtrucks. What Downtown spot will always be your old standby?One of the first places I ever visited Downtown wasGlobal Grill. My first experience there was fantastic notjust for the exceptional food, but also the

entertainment; a live classical guitarist. I’d have to say that if I had an “old standbyspot,” this would be it.

Josh FloresWhat is something new you’ve tried Downtown recently,or something you’ve been meaning to try?In recent months I’ve been attending Bikram Yoga classesat Breathe Yoga Studio on Adams St. From the moment Istep onto the mat, I experience positive change: greaterenergy, strength, flexibility, balance and an enhancedsense of inner calm. I appreciate every class I’m able toattend and the benefits could not be more necessary inmy life’s present stage. What forthcoming new Downtown attractions are youlooking most forward to and why?I’m really, really looking forward to Duh’s newremodeling that will feature the culinary work of ChefsBlake and Amber Rushing. I expect Duh will comethrough on their end with some outstanding ambiance and the Rushing team is never shy ofremarkable cuisine. What Downtown spot will always be your old standby?That’s a tough one since Cap’n Fun’s Downtown is not open. Most frequently I find myselfpin-balling between 5 1/2 and Sluggos, but overall I’m fairly nomadic with my hangouts.


Cover ContestSponsored by The Fish House

Calling all artists and designers! We’relooking for one of you to design the cover forour June 2013 edition of Downtown Crowd.While we love coming up with monthlycover designs for DTC, we want local artiststo get in on the action! The winner will gettheir work on the cover of the magazine aswell as a Q&A inside the edition. Thewinning cover will be revealed at anunveiling party at the Fish House Deck.

Some GuidelinesDTC is a free arts and entertainment monthly publication, and we’ll be

looking for a cover that is creative and colorful and that entices readers to pickit up and peruse. Your cover can be anything from a painting, to a collage orphotograph to a completely digital creation as long as it can be submittedelectronically. Keep in mind that DTC is printed on newsprint, not a glossymagazine.

There are no flagship events in the month of June, so for this cover we wantartists and designers to get creative and show us your vision of DowntownPensacola in the summer. You can use the multitude of summer concerts, freefun events, museums, parks, Palafox Market and/or Downtown’s ever-burgeoning nightlife to inspire your design.

Submissions MUST:• Be 7.75H x 9.9W, 300PPI, CMYK, and in .pdf or high resolution .jpegform.• Be sent to [email protected] by May 15.• Contain a 3.5 x 3.5 space in the upper left corner without text or necessarydesign elements for the DTC star logo, which we will place.

Designers can send up to two cover entries. Winner will be determined byBallinger Publishing editorial staff. Decision of judges is final. For questions,please contact DTC editor Emily Lullo at 433-1166 ext. 29 [email protected].

Here are some examples of past covers to getthe creative juices flowing:

Winner 2012


Viva Pensacola Jazz

By Emily Lullo

Pensacola’s Jazz Fest has long been atradition that ushers in the spring andsummer outdoor concert season with aweekend of jazz artists and ensembles inSeville Square that draws thousands toDowntown. This year the Jazz Society ofPensacola is celebrating 30 years ofsuccessful festivals with Jazz Fest April 6

and 7, and adding a week of events aroundthe city as part of Viva Pensacola Jazz. VivaPensacola Jazz is being promoted inconjunction with Viva Florida 500, thestatewide celebration of the 500th

anniversary of Juan Ponce de Leon’s arrivalon Florida’s east coast with the firstconvoy of European explorers to

document such a landing. For Viva Pensacola Jazz, concerts will be

held in various locations in Pensacola,from venues along in Downtown, toPensacola Beach, and to other stagesthroughout the city.

“What we’re doing with that is we haveover 40 events around town that are underthat umbrella just as a way to have jazz allover town for a whole week,” says JSOPadministrator and vocalist Kathy Lyon.

At these events and at the actual JazzFestival, music lovers will be treated toevery style of jazz including big band,contemporary, Dixieland, traditional, NewOrleans and Latin, as well as gospel, bluesand more, and most concerts are free. Afull list of events can be viewed atjazzpensacola.com.

Some jazz concerts will be held inconjunction with other city events. At theUniversity of West Florida’s Festival on theGreen, look out for the UWF Jazz Ensemblewith saxophonist Steve Williams on Friday,April 5, and on that evening, headDowntown for a jazz-themed Gallery Nightfeaturing live jazz at a variety ofparticipating venues.

The grand finale of the week of concertsis the free two-day Pensacola Jazz Fest,held in Seville Square, with two days ofcontinuous music from the pavilion from10 am-6:30 pm. Each day will start out withofferings from the local level.

“In the morning we feature middleschool, high school and college bands, andall three of the local colleges—NorthwestFlorida State College, University of WestFlorida and Pensacola State College—arebringing in major jazz artists who will beperforming with them, which is prettyexciting,” says Lyon.

On both days, attendees will be treatedto showcases from headliners like chart-topping vocalist Giacomo Gates, as well asThe Harry Allen Quartet with famed tenorsaxophonist Harry Allen. The latter groupwill also feature Italian pianist RossanoSportiello. Also headlining will be RomanStreet, a Mobile-based group that recentlyhit the top 10 in Billboard’s jazz singlescharts in 2012.

“They were part of our festival last yearand they just knocked the crowd out,” Lyonsays. “It was wonderful, so we’re havingthem back again this year.”

Guests can make a day of it by takinglawn chairs or blankets to Seville Square torelax and enjoy the music. Between sets,check out artwork and other goods for salefrom around 60 vendors, or grab a drink orsnack from a vendor in the park. For kids,there will once again be a Jazz Jam for Kidson both days at 2 pm in the children’sarea, where children are given kazoos andharmonicas and led by musician and musictherapist Michael Potters through a simplejam session.

Following the close of the festival onSaturday, April 6, attendees can get anextra treat with an all-star jazz jam hostedat the Fish House Deck at 6:30 pm, whereKathy Lyon will lend her vocal talents andlead a group of musicians in the session,some of whom were on stage at thefestival hours earlier.

With a weekend of art and musiccelebrating 30 years at this year’s Jazz Fest,and even more music in the precedingweek with Viva Pensacola Jazz events, thisyear offers more than ever to jazz lovers.Get the full slate of artists and events atjazzpensacola.com.

What: Pensacola’s Jazz FestWhere: Seville Square When: April 6 and7, music from 10 am-6 :30 pmInfo: www.jazzpensacola.com




On Friday, April 5, Downtown Pensacola will close down the streets and lightup the night for the second Gallery Night edition of 2013. Gallery Night willbegin at 5 pm and end at 9 pm. Streets will remain closed to traffic untilmidnight. Art lovers can meander through Downtown and see a vast array of artduring the earlier hours but stay late into the night listening to live entertainmentand visiting other venues.

This edition of Gallery Night will shepherd in the spring with gorgeous weatherto accompany the art, music and cuisine that will be on tap for the evening. Thenight will also offer several events that tie in with Viva Pensacola Jazz, a weeklongseries of jazz concerts all over Pensacola that celebrates both the 500th anniversaryof Ponce de Leon’s expedition to Florida and the 30th anniversary of Pensacola’sJazz Fest taking place in Seville Square on April 6-7. Look out for jazz artistsperforming at various participating venues at Gallery Night.

Come out at 5 to get your fill of Pensacola’s artistic side, stop somewhere fordinner, and experience all of Gallery Night. From north Palafox to the bayfront,down Government and into the Historic District, there will be plenty to see, doand hear. See what the night has to offer in our Official Gallery Night Pull OutGuide. As always, Gallery Night is free and open to the public. Street closuresfrom 5-9 pm are sponsored by Stella Artois.

Spring Gallery Night

Street closures sponsoredby Stella Artois


Adonna’s Bakery and Café, 114 S. Palafox Pl.: JoinAdonna’s for delicious & artistic baked goods!

Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox Pl.: Join Artel for anight to celebrate the talents of local contemporaryartists and young performing artists in Artel’s grandspace, the historic Old Escambia County Courthouse.

Belle Ame’, 112 S. Palafox Pl.: Yvette, Belle Ame’sartist will be present displaying her assortment ofhandmade bath & body products. Products will beavailable for sampling.

Blab – TV, 121 S. Palafox Pl.: Featuring live musicfrom the Song Birds!

Blue Morning Gallery, 21 S. Palafox Pl.: For GalleryNight, Friday, April 5, the Spotlight on Art continuesto focus on Postcards from Pensacola, an all-membershow featuring small works of art by artists workingin their usual medium. The presence of the Celticband Sweet Prospect and the DoveChocolate Lady enhances the evening.

Carmen’s Lunch Bar, 407-B S. Palafox St.: OnGallery Night Carmen’s will be serving deliciousinternational cuisine, beers and wines. Come toCarmen’s for a taste of something new! Carmen’scombines the design and concept of a neighborhoodbar and marries it with an eclectic menu of fresh,flavorful Southern and International cuisine. Stop byto enjoy the unique location and the delicious foodand wines!

Coast Community Church, Downtown Campus, atWorld Of Beer, 200 S. Palafox St.: CoastCommunity Church will be featuring a Gallery NightPhoto Booth! Take pictures of family & friendsenjoying all the Gallery Night festivities! $1 of everyphoto taken will be donated to the Florida CoalitionAgainst Human Trafficking.

Design Star Fabrics, 200 E. Garden St.: View the artof beautiful fabric, upholstery & more at one ofDowntown’s newest businesses!

Dog House Deli, 30 S. Palafox Pl.: Enjoy a dinnerduring Gallery Night at Dog House Deli.

Dollarhide’s, 41 S.Palafox Pl.: Dollarhide’s Musicwill host the Guffman Trio at 5 pm and Eric

Doney from 6 until 8 pm. The Guffman Trioincludes vocalist and pianist Cynthia Domulot, FredDomulot, drums and Tom Latenser, bass. Theirsophisticated jazz style is known throughout the GulfCoast area. Eric Doney is internationally known as apianist and vocalist, recording artist and producer. Hisjazz stylings will be unique, memorable and not to bemissed. Both sets will be on the stage in Dollarhide’sperformance center utilizing the Yamaha CFIIIconcert grand piano.

Don Alan’s, 401 S. Palafox Pl.: Featuring the fine artand painted glassware of Beege Welborn.

Elebash’s, 36 S. Palafox Pl.: Come see the art ofbeautiful jewelry at Elebash’s.

Episcopal Day School, 223 N. Palafox St.: Allfamilies are welcome to visit Episcopal Day School“Where everyone can be a star” this GalleryNight! Star in your own photo shoot! Become a starartist! Star in karaoke! Join EDS for more kid-friendlyactivities from 4 to 6 pm. EDS will be selling armbands for $10 per child which include unlimitedphoto shoots, karaoke, button making, face-painting,and first come, first serve sidewalk chalk art. EDSwill also allow children to paint their own canvasesfor $15 each. Browse an extensive collection ofstudent art in the courtyards. For more information,please contact Sara Daniel, Director of Advancementat 434-6474.

First United Methodist Church of Pensacola(First Church) & The Perry Home CoffeeHouse, 2 East Wright St.: First United

Methodist Church and the Perry Home CoffeeHouse will host an exciting evening of arts, crafts,music and food and entertainment during GalleryNight. The Perry Home Coffee House will have adelicious array of complimentary cookies and coffee,

along with specialty drinks available for purchase.Celebrate Gallery Night Jazz Fest with live musicfrom Late Nite Jazz Quartet!*

Global Grill, 27 S. Palafox Pl.: Paintings from localartists including Quenby Tyler, Riece Walton andReese Foret.

Grand Reserve Cigar Shop, 210 S. Palafox Pl.:Join Grand Reserve for Live Jazz Combo music!

Gulf Coast Community Bank, 40 N. Palafox St.:Celebrate Gallery Night Jazz Fest with livemusic from Acoustic Classical Guitarist Arturo!

Helen Back Café, 22 S. Palafox Pl.: Live music from“Dew n Your Friends.” They are a sensational/charismatic 80’s/90’s/current hit cover band and adda unique twist to all of their music, one of ourfavorites here in Pensacola! Also, featuring GalleryNight drink specials.

Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom, 10 S. PalafoxPl.: Live music & great specials for Gallery Night!

Indigeaux Denim Bar & Boutique, 122 S. PalafoxPl.: The boutique will be showing jewelry from a localartist.

Intermission, 214 S. Palafox Pl.: Enjoy a cocktailduring this edition of Gallery Night.

Jewelers Trade Shop, 26 Palafox Pl.: Jewelers TradeShop requests the honor of your presence at awedding themed Gallery Night. Photographers PatsyBrown and Luker Smith will be displaying samples ofhighly requested artistry. Enjoy delicious confectionsfrom J’s Pastry Shop as Al Martin keeps theceremony marching on the baby grand piano. Comecelebrate the union of a few of Pensacola’s favoritewedding vendors.

Street closures sponsored byStella Artois



La Monique Boutique, 23 S. Palafox, Pl.: Explorethe art of fashion!

Mackey’s Mudhouse and Grille, 28 N. Palafox St.:Enjoy a beautiful view of Gallery Night at one ofDowntown Pensacola’s newest eateries!

London W1 Hair Salon & Studio, 120 S. Palafox Pl.:Stop in to enjoy the Gallery Night festivities.

Nacho Daddies, 34 S. Palafox Pl.: Grab a taco orplate of nachos to enjoy on Gallery Night.

New York Nick’s, 9 S. Palafox Pl.: Come celebratethe 10th Anniversary of New York Nicks!

Pink Picasso, 19 Palafox Pl.: Pink Picasso will featurelive music provided by HOT BLUE and new art byAlly Hunt.

Pensacola News Journal & GoPensacola.com, S.Palafox Pl.: Between Romana & Intendencia Streets.

Pita Pit, 1 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop in for a perfectlyhandheld meal to carry through the streets as youenjoy Gallery Night.

Quayside Art Gallery, 17 E. Zaragoza St.:Quayside will feature artists Gary Jacobson and

Marcia Moritz with their exhibition: Forms andFigures in the East Gallery. The West Gallery willfeature a new show by all members calledComplimentary Colors. There will be demonstrationsoutside on the sidewalk and on the third floor. RobertKemp, a jazz musician, and Bill Ireton, singer, will beentertaining the public on the sidewalk. Come enjoythe art, music, food and meet the artists.

Relay For Life, at Northwestern Mutual, 108Palafox Pl.: Celebrate Relay for Life in the fight tobeat cancer.

Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St.: SevilleQuarter’s Gallery Night “Viva Pensacola Jazz &

Art Show:” Seville Quarter has invited over 60

local artists & vendors to showcase their skills, crafts& artwork in the street in front of the historicalcomplex. The Seville Quarter show will have that“Arts Festival Feel” that everyone loves, with liveentertainment, food, beverages in the street. Sevillewill also be featuring a weekend of Great Jazz Musicto help tune-up for the biggest and most exciting JazzFestival in Pensacola history. We want to step up thelevel of excitement Downtown during Gallery Nightand there is no better way than to start and endGallery Night at Seville Quarter. Enjoy an evening ofshopping, dining, live entertainment in historicDowntown Pensacola’s Seville Quarter, April 5,starting at 5 pm. Remember to start and end yourGallery Night at Seville Quarter, the Gulf Coast’sEntertainment Destination since 1967. For moreinformation go to Sevillequarter.com or call 434-6211.

Sole Inn and Suites, 200 N. Palafox St.: Enjoylocal artists and celebrate Gallery Night Jazz Festwith live music from Shades Jazz Band!

The Bodacious Olive, 407-D S. Palafox St.: Stop into get a sample of one of Downtown Pensacola’snewest businesses!

The Great Southern Restaurant Group, Jackson’sSteakhouse, Fish House, Atlas Oyster House andthe Deck Bar. The Courtyard at Seville Tower, 226S. Palafox Pl.: Join the GSRG at the Courtyard atSeville Tower, at the corner of Palafox andGovernment, for Gallery Night, 5-9 pm. GSRG willbe hosting live entertainment from local musicianLucas Crutchfield and featuring the work of localphotographer Barrett McClean. A full bar will beserving beer, wine and cocktails. In addition, GSRGwill be serving up Pensacola Hero Sandwiches for $5!

The Leisure Club, 126 Palafox Pl.: Enjoy local art,Gallery Night Specials and great food!

The Spotted Dog, 124 S. Palafox Pl.: The artist forThe Spotted Dog will be pet photographer AllisonShamrell.

The Tin Cow, 102 S. Palafox Pl.: CelebrateGallery Night’s Jazz Fest with the music of ElFuego.

Troy University, at the Saenger Theatre, 118 S.Palafox Pl.: Featuring the Troy University studentpop band, POPulus, Troy University will have a fun,informational, family-friendly set-up in the heart ofGallery Night. POPulus, entirely comprised ofstudents, performs all over the Southeast, and youcan even buy their original music on iTunes!

Vinyl Music Hall, 2 Palafox Pl.: Gallery Night freeconcert!

Wine Bar, 16 Palafox Pl.: Enjoy local art in the“Breezeway.”

World of Beer/Blend Lounge, 200 S. Palafox Pl.:Drink specials.

Zarzaur Law Firm, 11 E. Romana St.: Zarzaur Law,P.A. and staff invite you to visit Romana Street inDowntown Pensacola during Gallery Night April 5for a chance to create your very own graffiti art. Graba paint can and spray your art on the north wall of thelaw firm. Make sure to snap a picture of your art andtag #LegalGraffiti on Instagram! Donations will beaccepted for the benefit of Legal Services of NorthFlorida, which provides civil legal services to those inour community who cannot afford it. All spray paintand paper is provided by Zarzaur Law, P.A., and weask that you do not bring your own spray cans fromhome. This event is free of charge and is suitable forthe whole family. We hope to see you this GalleryNight.

Special Gallery Night Jazz event in celebrationof The Jazz Society Of Pensacola’s 30th

Anniversary of Pensacola Jazz Fest!

Gallery Night 5-9 pm Street closure is sponsored byStella Artois.

The streets will remain closed until Midnight.Per city ordinance no animals and no glass bottles.




Colorful costumes, signature drinks, dramaticdécor that evokes a mood and place: these are theelements of a great theme party. Themed parties aresome of the most fun events you can attend, butyour coworker’s 80s shindig has nothing on thePensacola Little Theatre’s annual Cabaret. Thisyear’s edition is bringing the stage to life withCabaret Goes Broadway! The Pensacola CulturalCenter will be the hottest party in Downtown onApril 6 from 7 pm to midnight, presented by PLTand McMahon & Hadder.

The rooms of the Cultural Center where the eventwill take place will each be themed as one of sixfamed Broadway productions. When guests enter theparty, they’ll be greeted by scenes of Radio CityMusic Hall and the Radio City Rockettes, doing theiriconic Christmas show.

“Each room is going to have a different drink andthis room’s signature drink is going to be called ahigh kick, which will be a kind of champagnecocktail,” says PLT marketing and special eventscoordinator Sarah Darden.

While watching the Rockettes dance (or joining inyourself), guests can also check out a selection ofover 30 silient auction items, which can be bid onany time throughout the night. Sports lovers can bidon signed footballs from University of Alabama

coach Nick Saban, New Orleans Saints running backDarren Sproles or New York Giants kicker LawrenceTynes. Others might be interested in rounds of golf,a Botox treatment or facial, or a return of last year’shottest seller: a chance to spend a day with themayor. At midnight, come back to the gallery for abreakfast buffet from Portobello Market.

The next room will be themed as the 60s inspiredBroadway musical Hair. The groovy atmosphere willbe supplemented with a full bar and food catered byAppetite for Life as well as live entertainment.

“There’s going to be a great band called Shades.They’re an 11-piece band and they’ll be playing 60smusic, 70s music and kind of a little bit ofeverything,” Darden says.

Outside, visit the Best Little Whorehouse in Texas,where gals will be lounging and members of theFred Astaire Dance Studio will be performing andleading some line dancing. Keeping with the Texastheme, Hed’m Up Outfitters will offer savorybarbecue, and guests can sit down in a cigar loungearea and play a few hands of poker.

In the Valerie Russenberger Room, guests can let

out their inner felines in the Cats room, wherekaraoke, fruit, cheese, a chocolate fountain and a fullbar await. The PLT Guild will host the mezzaninewith the 40s military theme of South Pacific. Headthere after dinner for coffee liqueur drinks, dessertsand the sounds of Sharon Moore singing 40s styleBroadway hits.

In the rehearsal hall, guests will head Into theWoods, where princesses, magical castles and a giantbeanstalk await. Jaco’s will cater this room, andEmerald City’s lovely Jewels of Emerald Coast willoffer entertainment later in the evening.

Guests are encouraged to come dressed as thestars of their favorite theme musicals, or in cocktail,formal or casual wear. Anything goes! Tickets toCabaret Goes Broadway are $75 and include openbar and food throughout the night. A well plannednight at this event includes great food andbeverages, dancing, karaoke, music, games andmore, and you can party guilt free since it goes to agreat cause—supporting the arts.

“All the money from the tickets goes to thePensacola Little Theatre programming. So we canget better shows, more equipment, and new thingslike that,” Darden says.

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Upon entering the ShoMe Prenatal offices,expectant mothers—and whatever friends or familythey wish to bring along—are welcomed into thehomelike environment and intimate setting bytrustworthy, knowledgeable technicians. From there,they are gently ushered into one of the mostemotional and joyous discoveries of their lives.

ShoMe Prenatal Imaging offers clients what veryfew other prenatal services offer: a relaxed, highlyprofessional environment in which they can bondwith and discover their baby outside the diagnosticand clinical restrictions of a doctor’s office. BeckyFord and Shonda Hemby, who have been running thecenter for the past year, are certified and trained notonly in conventional 2-D ultrasound, but also in thesubspecialty of 3-D ultrasound and 4-D ultrasoundtechnology and techniques. This passion and pride inwhat they do is matched only by the quality ofservice they provide.

Although the center offers non-diagnostic electiveimaging and services, not designed to replace regularprenatal doctor’s visits, the duo is highly competentand any abnormalities they notice in the ultrasoundwill be brought to the patients’ attention.

Nevertheless, the main focus of the service is

enjoying the miracle of life and involving friends andfamily.

“We want our clients to feel cozy and non-rushed,”said Hemby, who pointed out the comfortableseating, tranquil lighting and non-medicalatmosphere. “Doctors are focused on making certainthe baby is healthy, which is of course of the utmostimportance. What we provide is a longer peek at thisnew life, and we work with clients to bring forth thefun aspects of ultrasounds.”

“When we were mothers, we wished we had thisopportunity to just appreciate the beauty of seeingour baby’s prenatal development,” added Ford. “Wegive that opportunity to our clients with a variety ofservices and packages designed to meet their desiresand their budgets.”

Depending on the stage of pregnancy the baby isin, the ShoMe team offers 2-D still images, 3-D stillimages, and 4-D technology to bring those images tolife. These files can then be burnt to CD and DVD sothe parents-to-be can share the viewing witheveryone. ShoMe also offers baby showers andpregnancy classes on-site to facilitate an inclusive andexhaustive non-medical experience.

“Many mothers will come in and have the 4-D

ultrasounds put on DVD so they can share them withanyone who couldn’t make it to the actualappointment,” explained Ford.

For those wanting their family and friends to bethere for the experience, ShoMe offers a large,private room with couches and chairs so thateveryone can be involved.

“Many women want their friends, family andcolleagues to take part in the imaging process,” saidHemby. “For those who want a little more privacybut still want others to take part in the experience,we have a separate viewing room where just theultrasound is visible.”

3-D and 4-D imaging is not done until the fetus isat least 24 weeks old. That way, the image will bemore fleshed out and the baby will have somewhatdefinable and recognizable features. 2-D imaging canbe done as early as 16 weeks to determine the sex.

“The entire observation is very emotionallyenriching,” said Hemby. “Obviously, the mothershave the front-row seat to the pregnancy for all ninemonths, but this imaging provides fathers andsiblings-to-be a behind-the-scenes peek and allowsthem to bond prenatally.”

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Above: Shonda Hemby & Becky FordRight: Shonda HembyFar Right: Becky Ford


42In theaters: April 12Starring: Harrison Ford, Chadwick Boseman, Alan TudykWhat I got from the preview: The story of the now-immortalized jersey number 42 and the man behind it(finally) comes to life on the big screen. The 1940s BrooklynDodgers were one of the first teams in the nation to introducea black man into the major leagues, thanks mostly to thesupport of team executive Branch Rickey, played by HarrisonFord. Racial tensions, baseball showdowns and impassionedspeeches—oh my!Most notable for: Jackie Robinson’s story has been toldcountless times in many ways, yet it has never received themajor studio treatment. The story of one of the greatestAmerican sportsmen to ever live is being brought to life byrelative newcomer Chadwick Boseman.Unqualified critical observation: Don’t ask me why, but sportsand racial issues work supremely well when combined in themovies. (See also: Remember the Titans, Glory Road). I hopethat this one is no exception. I find sports in their televised andlive versions boring, but I am quite excited to hear the crack ofthe bat and the roar of the crowd in this film.

OblivionIn theaters: March 22Starring: Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Melissa LeoWhat I got from the preview: Tom Cruise plays a New YorkYankees fan (you can tell by his hat and other ineffectiveefforts to make him an everyman) that is sent to Earth todestroy the aliens still remaining from an intergalactic war thatravaged the planet (you can tell by the gray landscapes). All ofa sudden, a wise old man who looks a lot like Morgan Freemantells him not all is as it seems. Tom rebels against his orders inorder to discover the truth.Most notable for: Another entry in the growing subgenre ofTom Cruise Resurgence Films. I wish studios would stop tryingto make this subgenre happen; it’s never going to happen! Forother examples, see Jack Reacher, Knight and Day, andValkyrie.Unqualified critical observation: Having Tom Cruise in a movieused to mean a guaranteed good time, but now it means a likelydisappointment. The film’s concept is interesting enough, andMorgan Freeman’s presence almost makes me think this will bean exception to this subgenre’s rule, but I do not have highhopes.

Pain & GainIn theaters: April 26Starring: Mark Whalberg, Dwayne Johnson, Ed Harris, RebelWilsonWhat I got from the preview: Mark “I believe in fitness”Wahlberg is looking pretty white for a fly guy in this film about acouple bodybuilders who get caught up in some sort of criminalscheme. The film almost reeks of gym sweat and proteinpowder, which, as I know from my three months of weightliftingin high school, is not a good combination. Although the film isdirected by Michael Bay (maker of every bad action movieyou’ve ever seen), this movie seems like it has enough self-awarehumor and bromance to keep it fun.Most notable for: Muscles.Unqualified critical observation: Something about this movie’sshameless formula, ludicrous nature and charming leads makesme believe it will be top-notch escapist entertainment. Don’t goto this movie if you want to be challenged and experience agamut of emotions; go to this movie for some harmless,testosterone-fueled fun. Seriously, a cast hasn’t looked this funsince Ocean’s Eleven. Also, and I have no reason to suspect thisis the case, but I’m holding out for at least one scene with aclose-up, muscle-flexing handshake, à la Predator.

MudIn theaters: April 26Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, MichaelShannonWhat I got from the preview: Two boys discover an abandonedloner on a beach, and soon become friends with him.Throughout the course of the preview, we discover he is runningfrom the law and trying to be reunited with his lost love. Theboys help him on this venture while wondering what it was thatgot him in trouble in the first place.Most notable for: This movie looks like another great actingexercise for McConaughey, who survived for years on his good-natured but slow Southern personality. Now, he is putting thosecharacteristics to work in more complex, nuanced, award-worthy roles. Unqualified critical observation: I’d be remise if I didn’tinclude one independent feature with this list, and what afeature this is. It is being heralded as the best American film atCannes. This is a movie for the thinker, for those whoappreciate the slow build toward dramatic tension andconfrontation.

What I’ll be spending my $8 on:Evil DeadIn theaters: April 5Starring: Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Lou TaylorPucci, Jessica LucasWhat I got from the preview: In a remote cabin,on a dark and scary night, five friends discover abook of death that they then use to unwittinglydraw forth the demons living in the woods. Thewhole night just goes downhill from there when anevil presence possesses one of the friends andpicks off the others, until only one is left togruesomely fight to death for survival. You know,the usual.Most notable for: This film is a remake of thepopular, genre-bending film of the 80s that putdirector Sam Raimi and campy, cheap, so-bad-it’s-good horror on the map. Unqualified critical observation: While theoriginal had dark humorous overtones, it appearsthat this reincarnation, penned by Juno writerDiablo Cody of all people, will deliver all scaresand no laughs. The tagline promises me that this isthe most terrifying movie I will ever experience,and as a fan of horror films big and small, I amintent on seeing if it makes good on thatguarantee.

F i l mIn which we unfairly judge coming attractions

based solely on their trailers

By Josh Newby



There are few attractions more anticipated inPensacola than the deluge of annual festivals that dotthe spring and summer calendars, and while somecater to specific interests and tastes, there are somethat transcend those to guarantee a good time for all.The University of West Florida’s Festival on theGreen is just such an event, with an eclectic blend ofmusic, art, entertainment, education and fun—foradults, kids, and canines alike. The festival, whichdraws about 20,000 attendees annually, is April 5 and6.

This spring marks the 13th year the celebration hasencouraged Pensacolians to shed their sweaters andscarves for a fun time in the sun. Festival on theGreen is the perfect opportunity to experience thecharm and creativity that is native to our regionbefore the familiar and sweltering heat of summerarrives. Participants will be surrounded by Pensacola’srich history and diverse culture, hosted by one of the

area’s largest nature preserves.As usual, the jam-packed schedule features 20

different venues with a little something for everyone,including a crafts fair, entertainment stage, fine artsshow, Native American village, local food vendors, achildren’s area, dog sports exhibition, motorenthusiasts show, sporting events and trolley tours,among other enthrallments.

“The festival brings as many events as possibletogether to showcase our campus and ourpartnerships,” said Jeff Comeau, director of Festivalon the Green. “All events are connected to theuniversity or our students and employees. This is anannual spring celebration of our many collaborationswith our friends and neighbors.”

The Green Trading Post, a venue forenvironmentally friendly products anddemonstrations, will be one of the new features tolook out for at this year’s festival. It will be available

for earth-consciousfestival-goers on Saturdayfrom 10 am to 4 pm.

Michael Brant DeMaria,a local psychologist, poet,artist and musician, is thefeatured guest at thisyear’s Festival on theGreen. On April 6, theuniversity will host a Peaceand Healing Concert withDeMaria from 7 to 9 pmin the Center for Fine andPerforming Arts MusicHall. The four-time

Grammy nominee, award-winning composer andfive-time No. 1 chart-topping recording artist is amulti-instrumentalist with six released solo albums todate. Attendees can plan on the sounds of NativeAmerican flute, piano, synthesizer and percussioninstruments to accompany their rest and relaxation.The concert is free, but tickets are required. Amaximum of four General Admission tickets perperson will be available at the University CommonsService Desk.

The schedule promises many more performanceand music options, as well, including the McGuire’sPipe Band, the Not Quite Fab Beatles tribute band,the Belmont Youth Band, belly dancers, cheerleaders,jazz dancers and more.

Of course, no festival would be complete withouta perfect balance of local and international cuisine,and this year’s event offers menu options that includeeverything from Caribbean choices to local seafoodsure to satisfy even the most diverse appetite.

For those looking to catch some friendlycompetition, UWF teams will be going head-to-headwith regional rivals in baseball, softball, tennis andrugby on campus.

The festival also offers an array of senior-friendlyactivities for participants age 55 and older, hosted bythe Leisure Learning Society and the Center onAging.

Festival on the Green represents the very best ofwhat Pensacola has to offer: culture and fun underthe Florida sun.

All festival events and times are subject to changeand rain plans. For more information and a completeschedule, visit uwf.edu/festival.

Culture and Fun Under the Florida SunBy Josh Newby



Spring is in the air, and the perfect way to celebrate is to soakin the sun and enjoy the breezy spring weather while strollingthrough the Historic District in Downtown Pensacola. Withcharming streetscapes, museums and shops to meet all yourwants and needs, it’s definitely worth the trip. Celebrate ourlocal business by checking out all the storefronts along thedistrict, stroll the bayfront and parks, and find your new favoritespot in Downtown.

This month, Seville Square will host the 30th annual PensacolaJazz Fest April 6 and 7, after a week of jazz events held all overthe city for Viva Pensacola Jazz. On April 5, Downtown willcome alive with art, music and food for Gallery Night. Comedown to the Historic District and check out the many venuesthat will be open for the event.

The Historic District isn’t only for special events, though. It’sthe perfect place for a jog, a picnic or just a leisurely walk with afriend. Meet your everyday needs with all kinds of businessesthat call this beautiful segment of Downtown home.

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My Favorite Things

By Emily Lullo

Part gift shop and antique store, part coffee houseand part candy emporium, My Favorite Thingsrecently added to its already impressive list ofofferings a full service restaurant open for breakfastand lunch. The unique shop was once a mainstay inPensacola, but then closed for over a decade beforereturning in November 2011.

Located at 2813 E. Cervantes St., the offbeat shopand restaurant truly has something to suit anyone’stastes.

“We have a really varied menu which is nice, so it’snot just a soup and sandwich shop, and we servebreakfast all day long,” says manager Heather Hart.

Among the many options, there are several dailysoup choices and plenty of sandwiches to choosefrom, all of which are served with Boar’s Head meatsand cheeses, which can also be purchased deli styleby weight to take home. Look out for more uniqueincarnations of that Boar’s Head meat, like a specialchocolate dipped bacon that’s often served up in thecandy and coffee shop. The menu also includesentrees like grilled shrimp and vegetables, wasabicrusted tuna, and homey favorites like pot roast. Forlighter fare, there are also a bevy of fresh salads onthe menu, which are customizable with nuts, veggiesand any toppings you wish to add.

Breakfast is quickly becoming a specialty of therestaurant. Served all day starting at 7 am onweekdays, the fresh breakfast choices includeomelets, Belgian waffles, and several egg dishesserved on your choice of a variety of flavored bagelsthat are shipped directly from New York, like theBagel Ranchero or the BBLT&E (Bagel BLT with egg).

“One of our signature dishes is the Bagel

Benedict,” says Hart. “Having that on thebagel and being able to choose your option forbagel flavors is just something unique andinteresting, so we do a lot of Bagel Benedicts.”

Patrons can also stop in before work andgrab a coffee with a dozen assorted bagels tobring to the office. There are freshly bakedmuffins and pastries for coworkers with asweet tooth.

For the brunch set, My Favorite Thingsopens at 9 on Saturday and Sunday, and offersmimosas and savory bloody Marys made withsake. Wine and beer are also available, alongwith floats, shakes, Italian sodas and anycoffee drink you can imagine.

A quaint outdoor deck and seating area decoratedwith stone fountains, quirky statuary and local foundobject art is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or ameal in the temperate spring weather. Inside, thedining room offers a taste of the antique and restoredfurnishings that are prevalent in the attached shop,with innovative DIY décor ideas and accents coveringevery wall.

In the coffee and candy shop, where along with afull service coffee and espresso bar, guests can buy avariety of custom ground coffee beans to take home.Across from the bar is a wall of glass jars filled withcolorful candies and confections, and a glass case ofroughly 50 different chocolate truffles ranging fromsimple chocolate or red velvet to jalapeno orpomegranate flavors.

The candies can also be wrapped up in customcandy plates or boxes, or guests can even picksomething out from the store like a decorative trivet

or tray, to fill up with treats for a gift. “You can come in and get a nickel’s worth of Jelly

Bellies or we can do it by the pound,” Hart says. “Itcan be really interactive, especially with the candiesand coffee.”

There are often new and unexpected items totaste in the candy and coffee room—like ice creamflavored malt balls or chocolate covered gummybears—and likewise, throughout the store thewhimsical art, gifts and antique furniture are alwayschanging around and expanding the offerings. Hartsays it’s a constant evolution, and you can follow MyFavorite Things on Facebook for updates onupcoming additions (like weekend dinner hours andlocal ostrich egg specials).

“What makes it fun to come here is that it’s adifferent experience every time, but with all thosesame things that you always expect to have like thegourmet candies, the good food, and the NY bagels,and great coffee,” she says.

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...at the inaugural Cool the Panhandle Funky Bike Fest atPlaza de Luna. Photos are by Daniel Haefner.

F a c e s i n t h e C r o w d

Deadline to enter is April 15.Answers may be emailed, faxed or mailed (no telephoneentries). On the 15th of the month, the winner will beselected at random.Grand Prize: Two tickets to PLTThe Rules: Employees and family members of Ballinger Publishingand the Downtown Improvement Board are ineligible for prizes.Ballinger Publishing is not responsible for restrictions of each prize.Winners are chosen at random from a pool of eligible respondents.Daytime phone number MUST be provided with submissions.Winners will be contacted by phone. Winners are ineligible to winagain for a 6-month period. IMPORTANT: All entries MUST besent by E-MAIL ([email protected]), FAX 435-9174,or MAIL (PO Box 12665, Pensacola, FL 32591). Entries must be inby the 15th by noon. NO TELEPHONE ENTRIES.

Name the Mobile-based headlining band

of the 30th annualPensacola JazzFest.

(search this issue for answer)

Grand Prize is Pair of tickets to openingweekend of PLT's Cat on

a Hot Tin Roof, May 10-12.

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