Downtown Crowd: November 2012

On the cover: Artwork by Kassie McLean

CONTENTS4. Downtown Improvement

Board

6. Art • Music •Theatre

10. Dateline Downtown

11. Word on the Street

12. Elf Parade & PensacolaWinterfest Kickoff

15. Pensacola Martini Festival

16. Great Gulfcoast ArtFestval

19 Your Official GalleryNight Guide

23. Gallery Night GoesGreen

24. My Crowd:Mahabhuta YogaFestival

26. Q&A with the IceFlyers Coach GaryGraham

28. Film

30. Historic District

32. Cirque du Soleil BringsSaltimbanco toPensacola

33. Business Profile:A Luminous LifeHypnotherapy

35. ChowDownTown:850 Open Water

36. Parking Map

37. Veterans Day Parade

39. 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

Editorial InternChristienne Cloutier

Graphic InternKathryne Yance

Advertising Account ExecutivesCaroline Martin

[email protected] Miller

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Contributing WritersAlexandra Colley

DIB Executive DirectorSandra Ward

DIB Board MembersBurney Merrill – Chairman

Ed Carson – Vice ChairmanBob Van Slyke – Treasurer

Evan LevinCorbett Davis, Jr.

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Editor’s Corner

For a long time after I took over the post as editor ofDowntown Crowd, I spent a lot of time talking and writingabout the building momentum, the great things on thehorizon, how amazing this time next year would be forDowntown Pensacola. A new restaurant concept, theMaritime Park, the expanding entertainment and retailoptions—the coming attractions were dizzying to those of uswho had grown accustomed to a rather sleepy Downtown.

Luckily, there were a good number of folks who weren’t content with that. Therewere people and businesses that were already here in Downtown, that had weatheredthe recession and formed a foundation for the growth we see today. And then therewere new people who went out there and took risks. They started businesses, theyworked with City government to encourage growth and they championed events, orbuilt on those that were here already.

Over the last few years, I’ve heard fewer and fewer peers complain of boredom orpine away for their future lives in Seattle or Brooklyn, the most fun cities ever, onewould believe. And just the other day I strolled down a bustling Palafox as people setup for Gallery Night, shopping bag swinging from my hand, breeze blowing throughmy hair and the chatter of passing groups and families lounging with coffee andsandwiches at sidewalk tables filling my ears.

Maybe it wasn’t the cosmopolitan Carrie Bradshaw-esque urban catwalk I wasimagining, but it certainly was a very far cry from the Downtown Pensacola of twoyears ago. And I think the pages of this month’s DTC reflect that. We’re cramming inmore stories about both the new and well-established businesses and events than ever,and we still can’t get enough.

November brings us the Great Gulfcoast Arts Fair, one of the most popular festivalsin the area, and 2012’s final Gallery Night of the year. Check out our Official Guide!Newer events include the Martini Fest on November 10, and the inaugural MahabhutaYoga Festival November 16-18, a perfect way to relax before the impending holidays.

We’ve also got the big kickoff of Winterfest, which will have some exciting additionsthis year, and speaking of winter, the first home game for the Ice Flyers is November 2.Check out the Q&A with new head Coach Gary Graham on page 26.

And all that’s without evenbringing up the multiple projectsthat are just beginning to manifestup and down the blocks ofDowntown. I think we haveenough to occupy us until thoseare unveiled. So, sure, I’d love tovisit Seattle and Brooklyn. ButDowntown Pensacola iswhere I work and play,and I’m enjoying thefront row seat for itsprogress.

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By Alexandra ColleyDIB AssistantExecutive Director

Downtown ResidentialContinues to Grow

While no new residential units werestarted or completed during the pastyear, Downtown Pensacola retained itsplace as the fastest growingneighborhood in the City of Pensacola.A total of 1,212 residential units arenow occupied as compared to 1,181last year; a net gain of over 30 moreoccupied units than during this sametime in 2011.

Additionally, statistically for years2010 and 2011, Downtown residentialunits recorded a 92 percent occupancyrate, while 2012 recorded a 94 percentoccupancy rate.

With the addition of 31 moreoccupied units and the continuedgrowth in average household size (1.89people per household in 2012),Downtown is now home to 84 morepeople than it was this time last year.Average household size has beengrowing each year since 2008. As a

result, 2,290 people now live withinthe area south of Wright Street, east of“A” Street, west of 17th Street, andnorth of the shoreline of the bay.

Some other interesting (andencouraging) trends about theDowntown residents that have becomeapparent or become more pronouncedthis year are illustrated below.

• 47 percent of Downtown residentshave attained at least a four-yearcollege degree.• 28 percent of Downtown residentshave attained at least one advanceddegree. • The number of households withincome of at least $60,000 per yearrose from 57 percent in 2011 to 60percent in 2012.• 37 percent of all Downtownhouseholds have combined incomes inexcess of $100,000 per year.

• The employment rate for Downtownresidents dropped slightly from 60 to56 percent this year, retired residentsincreased from 31 percent to 37percent. The remaining 7 percent iscomprised of students, small children,and the unemployed.• General Business (14 percent) andNon-profits/Government (14 percent)continue to be the largest employmentsectors populated by Downtownresidents followed by Education (13percent), Medical (12 percent) andRetail/Restaurant jobs.• The percentage of Downtownresidents that primarily workssomewhere other than in Florida orAlabama rose to 8 percent in 2012.• Downtown residents working at aDowntown business ended a four yeardecline, increasing to 40 in 2012 from38 percent in 2011.• After growing for each of thepreceding three years, the percentageof Downtown residents that movedinto Downtown from a location outsideof Florida or Alabama fell to from 19percent in 2011 to 18 percent in 2012.• The percentage of female Downtownresidents remained steady in 2012 at57 percent.• The percentage of householdscontaining children under the age of 18decreased again slightly to 14 percent.• 37 percent of Downtown householdsare comprised of just one person.• The Downtown residentialpopulation remained steady with 66

percent of the residents 50 years of ageor older. • 37 percent of Downtown residentshave lived in the Downtown for fiveyears or less.• The primary reasons that Downtownresidents chose to live Downtowncontinue to be: 1.) the convenientcentral location, 2.) the ability to walkto most places, 3.) the abundance ofcultural attractions and offerings, 4.)the variety and abundance ofrestaurants and nightclubs, and 5.) theproximity to the waterfront. • 8 percent of Downtown householdsdo not own an automobile – up from5 percent in 2010 and 6 percent in2011.• 94 percent of Downtown residentsold enough to vote are registered todo so.

As can easily be concluded from thedata and trend lines highlighted in thisexecutive summary, the residentialcomponent of Downtown is stable andgrowing in many of the desired ways.For a more complete review of thefindings from the annual DowntownResidential Census and Surveyconducted by the Pensacola DowntownImprovement Board, visitdowntownpensacola.com. Withnumbers like these, it shouldn’t be longbefore plans for more inventory willagain be common. It’s a great time tobe in Downtown Pensacola.

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A r t • M u s i c • T h e a t r e UWF Fall Chamber Music SeriesNovember 7The University of West Florida Department of Musicwill present an afternoon of chamber music on thefirst Wednesday of the fall months at 12 pm in theOld Christ Church in Historic Downtown Pensacola.The church is located at 120 East Church Street.Every performance in the series is free and open tothe public. On Wednesday, November 7, the serieswill present “Mostly Baroque.” The Chamber MusicClass presents a variety of pieces written in theBaroque period for voice, harpsichord, strings, fluteand trumpet. They will also perform some interestingtranscriptions for saxophone, trombone and tuba.The program features works of Bach, Handel,Purcell and others. For more information, feel free tocontact the Music office at 474-2147.

At Blue Morning Gallery This Month:Blue Morning Gallery Holiday Show & Gallery NightNovember 11-January 7 Blue Morning Gallery member artists pool their talents to create a Holiday Show withshopping suggestions. On display from November 11 through January 7, a wall of gifts,priced at $100 or less, gives shoppers the opportunity to "Be an Original, Give Art." Gallerywindows with the themes "Winter" and "Holiday Fantasy" offer additional gift ideas.November's Gallery Night, November 16, is made special with Blue Morning Gallery mugsgiven with purchases of $50 or more and an opportunity to learn about the Gallery's excitingnew Evening of Art series. The Celtic band Sweet Prospect and the Dove Chocolate Lady addto the enjoyment.Blue Morning Gallery Chocolate Art ClassesNovember 9, 10 & 18Chocolate Art classes continue with two new themes for November, a "Ladies Night Out"Friday, November 9 from 6 – 8 pm with fun ways to create chocolate works of art. Alsoscheduled are two parent and child classes with a Thanksgiving theme: Saturday, November10, from 11:30 am-1 pmand Sunday, November 18 from 2-3:30 pm. The classes are designedfor two age groups: 6 - 8 years and 9 - 12 years. Reservations for all classes should be madeby calling Karen Smith at 850-384-4098.Collaborating with NatureThrough November 10In early November, the Collaborating with Nature show continues through November 10,with nature-themed art by Tammy Casperson, potttery; Amy Hines, metal garden art; and JanKurtz, oil and pastel naturescapes and jewelry. The Blue Morning Gallery is located at 21Palafox Place, Downtown Pensacola. For information, call 429-9100.

Cirque du Soleil PresentsSaltimbancoNovember 7 & 8After 20 years performing around theworld, Saltimbanco will make its finalcurtain call in December in Montreal,Canada, the international home ofCirque du Soleil. On November 7 8,Pensacola will have its first and finalopportunity to experience this classicand colorful Cirque du Soleilproduction that has performed inmore than 45 countries. Saltimbancowill be presented at the PensacolaCivic Center for two performancesonly. Tickets are available atcirquedusoleil.com/saltimbanco or bycalling 18007453000.

Saenger Presents Shrek The MusicalNovember 20On November 20, the Saenger presents Shrek The Musical,based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started itall, bringing the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre tolife on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, thingsget ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince –shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey whowon’t shut up, a villain with a short temper, a cookie with anattitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’vegot the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Tickets are $48-$65 and are available at the Saenger Theatre Box Office, chargeby phone by calling 800-745-3000 or online atticketmaster.com.

TAG at UWF Presents Bill Mauldin: An Exhibition of Selected Drawings andPrintsNovember 8-January 10The Art Gallery (TAG) at the University of West Florida (UWF), in collaborationwith Patrick M. Rowe, presents an exhibition of the work of the American illustratorand cartoonist Bill Mauldin (1921-2003) entitled Bill Mauldin: An Exhibition ofSelected Drawings and Prints. The exhibition will run from November 8 throughJanuary 10. A reception will take place on Friday, November 9 from 6–8 pm in TAGlocated on UWF’s campus in The Center for Fine and Performing Arts, building 82.


First City Art Center Presents Eighth Annual Glass Jam with GGAFNovember 3On Saturday, November 3 from 6 to 10 pm, First City Art Center (FCA), formerly Belmont Arts and CulturalCenter, in conjunction with the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival (GGAF), will play host to the Eighth AnnualGlass Jam event, which will bring three of the country’s best glass blowers together with FCA’s glass artists toraise funds for FCA’s studios and programs. Patrons will enjoy an evening of complimentary hors d'oeuvres byClassic City Catering and Soirée, drinks, live pottery, flame work and glass blowing demonstrations. The glassblowing artists will work in teams to create one-of-a-kind pieces that will be auctioned off during the evening’sevent. Sponsored by Creative Instincts Sign and Graphics, the event will also feature music by the Davenportsand a number of unexpected surprises. This event gets the audience involved! Suggested donation of $25 willget you a unique, not to miss experience that only happens once a year. For tickets and for more informationvisit FirstCityArt.org or call 429-1222.

Jazz Gumbo at Seville QuarterNovember 19The next edition of Jazz Gumbo will beMonday, November 19 at 6:30 pm atPhineas Phoggs in Seville Quarter, 130 E.Government St., Pensacola. Returning toPensacola for one of the most popularJSOP events of the year, the Janet KnowlesMemorial Jazz Gumbo, is Lee Floyd andhis New Orleans Jazz Majors. Lee Floyd isone of the top banjo performers in theworld today. He'll again be bringing a finegroup of New Orleans musicians with him,for a great show of exciting, traditionalDixieland jazz. For more information visitjazzpensacola.com.

PSC Presents 9 to 5: The MusicalNovember 9-11, 16-18The hilarious story features three women who have had it with obnoxious, chauvinistic bullyingfrom their boss, Mr. Hart. Through a crazy turn of events, luck and smarts, the trio find a way toexpose Hart and turn the department around. To order tickets, select seats and pay, go topensacolastate.edu/Lyceum or at the Lyceum Box Office at the Ashmore, Room 861. Hours are8:30 am to 4 pm Monday-Friday; and always one hour prior to a performance. For moreinformation about Performing Arts events, call 484-1847.

PLT Presents Meshuggah-Nuns!November 14-18From thewriters ofNunsense,sisters findthemselves onan all-expensepaid cruisetrip. Whenthe cast ofFiddler on the

Roof (with the exception of Tevye) getsseasick, the ship’s captain asks thesisters and Tevye to put on a show. Thisis a show for anyone who loves a goodlaugh! Tickets are $14-$30. For tickets,call the PLT Box Office at 432-2042.

Pensacola Symphony Orchestra Presents: French ImpressionsNovember 3On Saturday, November 3, the PSO presents French Impressions at the Saenger Theatre.The concert will feature Mother Goose Suite, a piece originally written for a ballet and re-orchestrated as a standalone orchestral piece by Ravel. The PSO and the PensacolaChildren's Chorus join together to bring Faure's setting for the Mass for the Dead. The 17year old Bizet wrote Symphony in C as a student assignment, but its command ofinstrumentation and musical language is regarded as genius for someone of any age. Ticketsare $20-$82 and are available at the Saenger Theatre Box Office, charge by phone by calling800-745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com. Tickets for this performance are $65 and $48.

Manheim Steamroller at the SaengerNovember 27This show features the favorite Christmas music of MannheimSteamroller along with state-of-the-art multimedia effects in an intimatesetting. In 1984, Mannheim Steamroller released Mannheim SteamrollerChristmas, an album that changed the sounds of Christmas. Already amulti-platinum recording artist through its Fresh Aire Series, Chip Davisdecided to record an album of Christmas music combining the group’ssignature mix of Renaissance instruments with rock & roll beats. Theresulting album was a runaway hit and Mannheim Steamroller went on tobecome the biggest selling Christmas music artist in history. The group’sChristmas tour has become an annual holiday tradition right along withdecorating the tree, exchanging presents and creating unforgettablemoments with friends and family. Tickets are $58-$88 and are available at the Saenger TheatreBox Office, charge by phone by calling 800-745-3000 or online at ticketmaster.com.


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Art Night on the BayfrontNovember 28The newest art event to hit Pensacola takesplace right on the bayfront near Palafox Pier onthe last Wednesday of each month. Up to 50artists of all persuasions set up booths along thebay side of Palafox Street from 4 pm until thesun sets over the bay. Food and drinks areavailable from Jaco’s as you peruse the artisticselections and maybe buy your new favoritepiece. For more information on this month’sedition, check out artnightonthebayfront.com.

Winners Announced forArtel’s Cinco BanderasCompetitionThrough November 30The Cinco Banderas Committee andArtel Gallery are pleased to announcethe winners of the 24th Annual CincoBanderas Competition. Artists whosework was purchased for the PermanentCinco Banderas Collection are TerreBritton, Sally Miller and Pat Regan.Judge's Awards were given to ThomasGroth and Donna O'Neal. Don't miss anopportunity to see the best ofNorthwest Florida art in thisprestigious annual competition. Theshow will be on exhibit during theGreat Gulfcoast Arts FestivalNovember 2 - 4 and will continuethrough November 30. Funded by theKobacker family and supporters of theRobin Kobacker donation fund, the24th Annual Cinco Banderas (FiveFlags) Exhibition features works in avariety of media.

Artel Introduces Unique Vault Exhibit JuliaKay's Portrait PartyThrough November 10Julia Kay's Portrait Party (JKPP) is an internationalcollaborative project. Starting in 2010, 700+ artistsfrom 40+ countries have created over 27,000 portraitsof each other. All manner of artists were invited to joinsuch as oil painters, iPad artists, professionalexhibiting artists, students and retirees picking up apencil for the first time, bus drivers and lawyers. JKPPRoadshow is a postcard version of the party thattravels the world to be shown in traditional exhibitionspaces. Each member who wants to participatecontributes one or more postcard sized portraits.Some of the pieces are originals, and some, such asthe digital pieces, are prints. Artel Gallery is excited tohost this traveling exhibit of roughly 300 works in TheVault, October 30 – November 10. There will be aninformal JKPP meet up & drawing session, organizedby local artist Gila Rayberg, at Artel Gallery on FridayNovember 2 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Bring yoursketchbook, join in by drawing one another, or takethis opportunity to browse the collection with thelocal/regional artists in attendance. To learn moreabout JKPP go to flickr.com/groups/portraitparty.

Pick a Bowl for Manna at PSCNovember 9Pensacola State College and Manna inviteyou to a fund raiser with an artsy twist.Come help fight hunger at “Pick a Bowl forManna” 6 to 9 pm November 9 at the AnnaLamar Switzer Center for the Visual Arts,Building 15, on the Pensacola campus. Noadmission charge. Donations accepted. Theevent features a wide selection of hand-crafted bowls by local artists, includingPSC’s Visual Arts faculty and students, forsale. Gift wrapping in time for the holidays.While watching live demonstrations by thearea’s finest potters, visitors can shop andenjoy appetizers and beverages. “Pick aBowl” also features the Pensacola StateCollege Art Faculty Exhibition and musicby Tom Botsford and Infusion. In additionto “Pick a Bowl,” Pensacola State College ishosting a community-wide food drive tostock the shelves at Manna’s Food Pantry.Between now and November 9, from 8 amuntil 4 pm, drop food off at PSC forManna.

PSC Faculty Art ExhibitThrough NovemberThe Pensacola State College Art Faculty Exhibition runs October 29 to December 14 atthe Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts Gallery, Building 15, on the Pensacolacampus. Admission is free. This annual exhibition highlights current work of PensacolaState’s professional art faculty and represents an extensive array of media includingceramics, drawing, digital imaging, graphic design, jewelry, painting, photography, video andsculpture. The public is invited to meet the artists at a reception 6-8 pm on Thursday,November 8. Gallery hours are 8 am-9 pm Monday through Thursday and 8 am-4 pmFriday. Tours are available with prior arrangements. For more information, call 484-2550or click on pensacolastate.edu/lyceum/.

35th Annual Christmas Creations ShowNovember 16-17The 35th Annual Christmas Creations Show Arts & craft show will come to Downtown . Friday,November 16 from 1-6 pm, and Saturday November 17 from 9 am-4 pm at The Wright Placeat First United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Wright and Palafox at 6 E WrightSt. In addition to an abundance of arts and crafts booths to get you in the holiday shoppingspirit, there will be a “Gingerbread House” selling delicious home-baked goodies. The eventwill also include a raffle of a quilt. For more info call 432-1434.

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At Seville Quarter This Month Seville Quarter hosts a variety of entertainment from a wide array ofgenres. For more information check out SevilleQuarter.com.Every Monday: Livin’ the DreamEvery Tuesday: Kitt LoughEvery Wednesday: Anchor Steps Swing Dancing NightNovember 1: SchofieldNovember 2-3: The RezNovember 4: Maggie KoernerNovember 9: Hotel Oscar, Sarah Percy, Mo JilesNovember 10: Hotel Oscar, Mo JilesNovember 11: Seville Quarter Wine FestNovember 16-17: Kategory 5November 19: Jazz GumboNovember 23-24: Schofield, The Modern Eldorados November 30: Mo Jiles

At Vinyl Music Hall This MonthVinyl Music Hall hosts a huge variety of musical acts from a wide array of genres.For more information check out VinylMusicHall.com. Saturday, November 3: The English Beats, The PinstripesMonday, November 5: Ryan Cabrera, Rookie of the Year, Lakeview DriveFriday, November 9: Kreayshawn Presents Group Hug TourSaturday, November 10: Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute BandSunday, November 11: Dr. Dog, Cotton JonesTuesday, November 13: Benefit For Josh Cooper ft. It Starts Today, DraytonSawyer, Raineys Revenge, Joint Custody, Operation Hennessey, Why We FightThursday, November 15: The Bright light Social HourTuesday, November 20: High on Fire, Goatwhore, Lo-Pan, ParabellumFriday, November 23: AJ the Musician 850 takeover ConcertFriday, November 30: Kristy Lee, Maggie Koerner

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 bandwill play until midnight. Regional bands are changed weeklyThursday: 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.

At Hub Stacey’s This MonthHub Stacey’s is the perfect neighborhood bar and restaurant overlooking SevilleSquare. Sit outside on the patio and enjoy the fall weather, or come in and grab abite or a beverage, and enjoy live entertainment this month scheduled below. Thursdays: James & Friends, 7 pmFridays: The Blenders, 8:30 pmSaturdays: Krazy George’s Karaoke, 9 pmNovember 13-14: Performances for the Frank Brown Songwriters Festival, 7 pm.


D a t e l i n e D o w n t o w nIce Flyers Ice HockeyCome root for the home team at theCivic Center with the Pensacola IceFlyers. Because what could be coolerthan ice hockey in Pensacola? Gamesstart at 7:05 pm. Home games are listedbelow. For more info check outpensacolaiceflyers.com.November 2 vs. Mississippi SurgeNovember 3 vs. Louisiana Ice GatorsNovember 9 vs. Fayetteville FireAntzNovember 18 vs. Huntsville HavocNovember 24 vs. Mississippi River Kings

Maritime Park Dedication CeremonyNovember 17The Community Maritime Park Associates, Inc. and the City ofPensacola will host the dedication of the Vince J. Whibbs Sr., CommunityMaritime Park on Saturday, November 17. The all-day, family-friendly

event is open to the public. Festivities will begin at 11 am, featuring "Touch A Truck" events,musical performances and a Mopar Car Show and the First Annual Pensacola Craft BeerFestival Presented by Cat Country 98.7 (admission $35 per person, see pcbeer.com for moreinformation) will get underway. Food and drink vendors will be selling tasty treats andrefreshments. Families won't want to miss the extensive play zone, featuring a Velcro wall,bungee run, bounce house, hamster water balls, rock climbing wall and more starting at 1 pm.Musical performances will kick off on the amphitheater stage at 5 pm. Enjoy a specialperformance by a Grammy Award winning Country Artist followed by a spectacular fireworkshow presented by Hill-Kelly Dodge & Molton, Allen & Williams, LLC.

Cooking Demo with Chef Irv MillerNovember 14For this cooking demonstration, Chef Irv willshow off “Viva 500 heritage cooking.” As youprobably already know, this upcoming year isViva Florida 500. In support of promoting theViva Florida 500 heritage and in appreciationof Spain's influence in the New World, Chefwill prepare Spanish-influenced Florida dishesthat stem from our geography, culture andclimate. He will compose Spanish-influenceddishes from the freshest available, boldregional ingredients found locally and willcreate exciting recipes celebrating theculinary harvest of this sun-drenched cuisine.Tickets are $45 and there will be two seatingsat 5 pm-6:30 pm and 7:30 pm-9 pm. Forreservations call 217-2347.

Friends of the Pensacola Public LibraryFall Book SaleNovember 10 & 11The Friends of the Pensacola Public Libraryfall book sale will have new hours and be in anew location. This year, the sale will be from 9am to 5 pm Saturday, November 10, and 11 amto 2 pm Sunday, November 11, at the TryonLibrary, 1400 Langley Ave. In addition toparking at the library, parking will be availableat First Christian Church, 6031 Goodrich Drive.The Collectors Corner will feature new andnearly new books along with collectibles.Other areas will feature hundreds of novels,mysteries, non-fiction books and paperbacks,“something for every reader,” Book Sale ChairMeredith McCarthy said. All proceeds benefitthe West Florida Public Libraries and theirprograms.

Film Viewing at Open Books: Cave of Forgotten DreamsNovember 10Open Books will present a viewing of Cave of Forgotten Dreams onSaturday, November 10 at 7 pm. This event is free and Open Booksis located at 1040 N. Guillemard St. A breathtaking documentaryfrom the incomparable Werner Herzog follows an exclusiveexpedition into the nearly inaccessible Chauvet Cave in France,home to the most ancient visual art known to have been created byman. Cave of Forgotten Dreams is an unforgettable cinematicexperience that provides a unique glimpse of pristine artwork datingback to human hands over 30,000 years ago—almost twice as old asany previous discovery. For more info call 453-6774 or visitopenbookspcola.org.

Seville Quarter Turkey Trot 5KRunNovember 17Get on your feet before you eat and

join the Seville Quarter Milers for

this great, family oriented 5K race-

walk through the streets of beautiful

Downtown Pensacola. Fantastic post

race party and awards presentation

with Coca-Cola, Miller Lite, Turkey

Chili and great prizes! Proceeds will

help Seville Quarter’s Employees

prepare and deliver Thanksgiving

dinners to needy families.

Registration fees are $20 November

1-16 and $25 on the day of the race.

Register online before noon on

November 16 at sevillequarter.com

or imathelete.com.

Pensacola MarathonNovember 11Combine Veteran’s Day weekend, historic Pensacola,sugar white sandy beaches, add a route atop the bluffsoverlooking Escambia Bay where runners greet thesunrise and you have the perfect recipe for theEighth Annual Pensacola Marathon, scheduled Sunday,November 11 beginning at 6:30 am. The race begins andends at Veteran’s Memorial Park on the bayfront thenwinds its way along a 13.1 mile circuit of the city for thehalf marathoners and a full 26.2 loop for the fullmarathon. To register, visit marathonpensacola.com.

Pensacola Pirate FestivalNovember 10 & 11On the weekend of November 10 and 11, the Pensacola Interstate Fairgrounds will be transformed into a port filled withseafaring scallywags, mermaids and all manner of swashbuckling fun for the inaugural Gulf Coast Pirate Festival! The festivalwill be held from 10 am to 5 pm both days and will feature fierce battles, live cannon fire, blackhearted wenches, mermaids,dancers, games, fire shows, food, carnival, pony and camel rides, petting zoo and much more! Advance ticket sales areavailable only at pensacolapiratefestival.com. For more info call 4298462.

American Buddhist Nun Gives Free Talk & Course in MeditationNovember 9 & 10Kelsang Chenma, American Buddhist Nun and Resident Teacher ofthe Kadampa Meditation Center Georgia in Atlanta will be visitingPensacola on November 9 at 7:30 pm at Breathe Yoga Studio (505Adams St.). Chenma will be giving a free talk on ModernBuddhism, discussing how Buddhist teachings offer lastingsolutions to our daily problems. On Saturday, November 10Kelsang Chenma will be leading a course titled “Learn to Meditatein Half a Day.” This beginner-friendly course will include practical,hands-on meditation instruction in each session, group discussionand time for Q&A. Everyone is welcome. Course is from10 am – 1pm and costs $20. The course will take place at the PensacolaBranch of the Kadampa Meditation Center at 1010 N. 12th AveRm. 221 in the Old Sacred Heart Hospital. Kelsang Chenma is aBuddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa MeditationCenter Georgia (Atlanta)--the main center of Kadampa Buddhismfor the Southeastern US. Her teachings are known for being clear,warmhearted, and very practical.


W o r d o n t h e S t r e e tThere’s an App for DowntownPensacola!The Downtown Improvement Board(DIB) announces the launch of a newDowntown App. "Downtownenthusiasts want quick access toevents and everything that ishappening Downtown in the palm oftheir hands," said DIB programdirector Alex Colley. The app wasdeveloped by Jay Brindley ofpcola.com and TownWizards creators

of several city-based apps. The app is free to download for both Apple andAndroid users. The app streams information directly from thedowntownpensacola.com website and is the most up-to-date resource forevent time, date and activity. To get the new app, search "DowntownPensacola" in the App Store or Google Play.

New Name & Logo for Pensacola Civic Center

Pensacola Civic Center is evolving. SMG, the management company of thevenue, presented their plan to the Escambia County Commissioners and votedunanimously to rebrand the venue with a new name and a new logo, changingfrom Pensacola Civic Center to Pensacola Bay Center. The venue was recentlyranked by Venues Today, an international trade magazine, as #19 in the worldand #1 in Florida for tickets sales over the last decade. The new name and logowill be phased in to the building immediately. Plans are in place to create acomprehensive marketing campaign that also includes a new website.

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Present the Annual Light The Night Walk November 8Determined to help build awareness about the more than one millionpeople in North America living with a blood cancer, Acute LymphoblasticLeukemia survivor Anna Brown, 4 years old, and her family will show theirsupport by participating in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS)Light The Night® Walk on Thursday, November 8. Light The Night, LLS’sannual fundraising walk held in communities throughout the country,features teams of co-workers, families and friends walking together intwilight holding illuminated balloons – white for survivors, red forsupporters and gold to remember those who have lost their battle. TheWalk commemorates lives touched by blood cancers, and is a celebration,with music, refreshments and family activities. This year, the Walk will beheld on Thursday, November 8, at Seville Square to kickoff the Veterans’Day Weekend in Downtown Pensacola. Last year, more than $50 millionwas raised through Light The Night Walks in approximately 185communities in North America. To form a team or to learn more, please callthe Alabama/Gulf Coast Chapter at (251) 472-8123 or visitlightthenight.org/AL.


Santa's Snowdrift Float in the Winterfest Elf ParadeNovember 23 at 4:45 pmBring your little elves to line up behind the T.T.Wentworth Museum at 4:45 pm. The parade has grownlarger as more elves have joined the traditional march.Santa will be riding in his sleigh, perched on a snowdriftpulled by nine “reindeer.” The ensemble will form aprocession on Palafox every night before the tours,delivering Santa to the Courthouse for the beginning ofthe evening. The snowdrift float has been made forWinterfest by Jared Petticrew. Rudolph and Frosty gaveSanta a special machine for his sleigh to bring snow toFlorida and all those warm spots where children believein a white Christmas.

The First Gift of Christmas sponsored by the "Make aWish" FoundationNovember 23 at 5:30 pmWinterfest was inspired by the theme of the moviePolar Express when Santa chooses a child to receive thefirst gift of Christmas. On November 23, Santawelcomes a special guest sponsored by the "Make aWish" Foundation. Tony is three and his wish is a visitwith Thomas the Train. Each night of Winterfest, Santawill recognize a special child with a ride in his sleigh toreceive a wish.

Opening Ceremony to Kick Off Downtown Lights& SnowNovember 23 at 5:35 pmThe Christmas lights in Downtown Pensacola will beturned on by Tony and Santa. Several Winterfest TrolleyTours groups will entertain, along with Seville Quarter'sPhoggette dancers. The Winterfest Snow Queen willreceive the "Spirit of Winterfest" award.

Reindeer GamesNovember 23 at 6 pm (and every night ofWinterfest)After the parade and opening ceremony, Santa'steam will lead the reindeer games. The children'sfavorite activity last year was to become “snowmen”by sitting in the drifts on the Courthouse steps, sothis year features a new snow machine with densersnow that can be sprayed on little snowmen. Alongwith traditional face painting, there will be a Grinchbooth where he will be pelted with snowballs. Thegames will be held every night of Winterfest.

The Government PlazaWinterfest will expand into another plaza to givemore space for the reindeer games. The PalafoxPlaza activities will remain with entertainmentaround the Christmas tree. This year features ataller tree than ever before, at 21 feet!

Winterfest Tour Stops: ScroogeWelcome back, Scrooge, Marley, the Ghosts andBob Cratchet. They will be performing again at thebeginning of the tour.

Visits with Santa & Santa Trolley ToursWeekends and December 18-23Visit Santa and meet the team on weekends and theweek before Christmas. Along with the SantaTrolley Tours, children will be able to ride in theSanta's magic sleigh and get an autograph from theirfavorite reindeer.

Winterfest Performance TourNovember 23 and 24, December 1, 14-16Winterfest's premier tour features 16 performancesalong a 60-minute trolley or tram trip throughDowntown Pensacola. Singing guides accompanyyou into a world of wonder with scenes from yourfavorite holiday memories. Along the way, Elvis, ThePolar Express, and even the Grinch will get on boardto share the spirit of Christmas. Get tickets onlineat pensacolawinterfest.org.

Winterfest Tree of FriendshipThe Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council hasbeen awarded a "Local Initiative Grant" to helppromote the International Visitor LeadershipProgram (IVLP) by celebrating diversity andfriendship both around the world and locallythrough sponsorship of the Winterfest “Tree ofFriendship.” The tree, decorated with peace doves,will sit outside the Escambia County Board ofCounty Commissioners Administrative building. Formore info, visit gulfcoastdiplomacy.org.

Winterfest Beer FestivalNovember 23On opening night, the World of Beer will host theWinterfest Beer Festival. Choose from 32Winterfest beers. The World of Beer is located onthe northwest corner of Intendencia and PalafoxStreet, along the parade route. Be on hand to raise atoast to the elves as they round the corner in Santa'sgala procession.

Elf Parade &Pensacola WinterFest

Kickoff Downtown Pensacola is in for a major holiday season in 2012, kicking off with

Winterfest’s Downtown Opening Night. Winterfest introduces Santa’s magic sleigh, aspecial gift from helpers Rudolph and Frosty. The beloved performance tours and therest of Winterfest favorites are back, and look out for expanded reindeer games andWinterfest fun abounding in Downtown Pensacola’s snowy wonderland! See what’s newbelow.

Winterfest 2012 is celebrated on weekends from November 23 through December16 with Santa’s Holiday Express running the week before Christmas. All tours begin atthe historic Escambia County Courthouse at 223 Palafox Place. Visit eflparade.com todownload and print your elf ears for the Elf Parade, or call 417.7321 for tickets andmore info.


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Pensacola MartiniFestival

By Emily Lullo

Are you a lover ofdistinctive drinks andcurious cocktails? Forthose in search ofadventurous libations,Downtown will have aplethora of choices atthe Martini Festival onSaturday, November10. From 1-5 pm,Palafox will close off tocars and open up topurveyors offeringsmall samples ofvarious martinis, withtoo many choices foryou to possibly trythem all.

“One of the biggestthings is we’veextended the area ofthe festival,” says festival organizer Marcus Story.“It’ll still start right in front of Vinyl and Pita Pit atGarden Street, and this year we’re taking it all theway down past World of Beers to GovernmentStreet.”

The extended space is to accommodate thefestival’s growth, and will include even more boothswith more samples for attendees to try. The MartiniFestival is not all about drinking, though. The fest hasalways been a fundraiser for various charities, and thisyear is no different.

“The biggest aspect is the charity involvement,”Story says. “One hundred percent of pre-sold ticketsgo directly to the charity.”

Charities were given the opportunity to get ticketsto the fest which they could then sell for $20 each,

and keep the profits. Charities like the AmericanCancer Society, Autism Pensacola, Wounded WarriorsProject, and many others.

During Martini Fest, attendees can roam thePalafox while seeking out their choice flavors andsavor the many options from Premier Beverage. Inbetween sips, there will also be entertainment andlocal vendors to peruse. Many arts and crafts vendorsas well as booths representing the retailers alongPalafox will be on the festival grounds offeringshopping opportunities for attendees.

For entertainment, Martini Fest is bringing backlast year’s popular act, a New Orleans based group ofacrobatic break dancers. Additionally, World of Beeris sponsoring a stage and bringing a live band to fillthe streets with music for the event.

One of the most popular parts of the festival is theGulf Coast Bartender Competition, where localbartenders compete in the ultimate live mix-off forprize money and bragging rights. Along with the lastfour year’s winners, 12 others who passed a pre-qualifier competition at the Fish House on October28, will compete in the competition.

Story says the growing number of entrants areoffering even more talent and complexity to up thestakes in the contest.

“We had to implement a pre-qualifier this yearbecause of the number of bartenders, and based on thetalent that came out of the pre-qualifier it’s going to bea lot more extensive this year.”

At 2 pm, the competition will kick off in front ofTin Cow, with 16 competitors making cocktail samplesfor five judges and a full size martini, which will bejudged on presentation, mixology, originality and taste.The full size concoctions will be auctioned off to thehighest bidder among the thirsty audience membersimmediately after it’s prepared. The first place winnerof the competition will receive a $3,000 prize and allthe glory that comes with the title of the BestBartender on the Gulf Coast.

Following the festival, attendees are in the perfectpace to do some shopping or grab dinner at one of themany restaurants and retailers that surround thefestival space along Palafox and throughout Downtownto cap off a perfect fall Saturday. This growing eventoffers a taste of some of Pensacola’s finest beveragesand bartenders in the picturesque heart of Downtown,and it’s all for a good cause. What could be better?

“This is our sixth year, so we hope it continues togrow every year,” Story says. “I’m looking forward to agreat event.”

Attendees must be 21 years old. For tickets or moreinformation, check out pensacolamartinifestival.com.

When: Saturday, November 10, 1-5 pmWhere: Palafox Street, from Garden to

Government St.Info: pensacolamartinifestival.com

Martini samples from the Gulf Coast BartenderCompetition 2011


The Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival celebratesmore than 200 of the nation’s best painters,potters, sculptors, jewelers, graphic artists andcraftsmen. It is a perfect time to enjoy the crispautumn air and take in the sights of one of thebest-regarded, most popular arts festivals in theUnited States.

What makes this festival so unique? “It is one ofthe few largest arts festivals run entirely byvolunteers,” Festival co-chair Claudine Kriss said.

“It is ranked 42 in Sunshine Artist, America’sPremier Art and Craft Show Magazine.”

Seville Square will host the GGAF on November2-4 from 9-5 pm. Accompanying the impressiveartwork will also be live music and tasty traditionalfestival fare. Even some of Pensacola’s best-knownrestaurants will be onsite serving local favoritecuisine.

“We average about 150,000 patrons a year,”Kriss said. “People really like the unique location ofdowntown Pensacola.”

There is something for the entire family so bringyour kids over to Bartram Park and let them enjoythe Children’s Arts Festival, which featuresnumerous, hands-on artistic opportunities for allages. Face painting, clay play, a flower shop, button

creations, sand art, sidewalk art, and a balloon manare provided free of charge. The Children’s Festivalis open Friday for children with special needs fromselected schools and is open to everyone onSaturday and Sunday from 10-4 pm.

Also in Bartram Park is the Student Art Show,which showcases the talents of students in Escambiaand Santa Rosa counties. More than 2,000 pieces ofart from elementary, middle and high schoolstudents will be on display.

The artists compete for a total of $25,000 inprize money in all categories. Last year’s Best ofShow winner, Sid Kamerman, has been participatingin the festival for 22 years.

“It’s in my own hometown so I get to seeeverybody I know,” Kamerman said. “It’s a lot offun, everyone has a grand time.”

Kamerman, who has lived in Pensacola since1979, will be showcasing his stainless steel, bronze,marble, and petrified wood sculptures this year atthe festival.

Live musicians will set the tone for a weekendfull of amusement on the Main Stage. Melodiesrange from bluegrass to Cajun and blues to jazz andclassical. Some musicians will include the PensacolaSymphony Orchestra, Perdido Brass, Holly Shelton,Tanya Gallagher and many more.

The Parrish Performing Arts Stage will showcasedance schools, performing companies, communitygroups, and area folk groups. The Children’s Stage

features local performing arts, dance, and musicgroups.

The festival celebrates our artisan history in theHeritage Arts Area, where local craft workersdemonstrate traditional arts, crafts and trades,including blacksmithing, engraving, spinning,weaving and other skills.

“This particular show is a unique culturalexperience,” vendor Lisa Loudermilk said.“Pensacola has local flavor that’s fun and authentic.”

Loudermilk has been traveling to the festivalfrom Austin, Texas for the last nine years. Herspecialty is oil pastel “geometrees” and“moodscapes” paintings.

“Obviously the beach is the draw,” Loudermilksaid. “but, it’s Pensacola’s charm that keeps uscoming back every year.”

Each year, the GGAF sponsors a designcompetition to select the official festival poster. Thedesign is turned into a limited-edition poster, t-shirt,and other items, which will be available for sale atthe festival. This year’s poster winner, EllenMcGaughey, mixed the flavor of the festival withthe city’s iconic pelican and beach backdrop tocreate the winning artwork.

Admission to the festival is free, as are theprograms and maps. Pets are not allowed at thefestival. For a unique cultural experience visit theGGAF, and become enriched with beautiful artworkfrom all over the United States.

The Great Gulfcoast Arts FestivalBy Christienne Cloutier

What: Great Gulfcoast Arts FestivalWhen: November 2-4, from 9 am-5 pm

Where: Seville SquareInfo: www.ggaf.org




Your Official Gallery Night Guide

Gallery Night is closing its 2012 season with its grandfinale on Friday, November 16. From 5 pm till 9 pm, part ofPalafox Place will be closed to cars and open to thethousands of revelers that will gather to listen to music, lookat art and get a taste of all the best things that DowntownPensacola has to offer. The November Gallery Nighttraditionally has the most attendees and participants, andwith local art exhibited and for sale at a variety of vendors,it’s the perfect time to find something unique for those onyour holiday shopping lists.

As usual, participants from all the segments of Downtownwill open their doors to guests, offer refreshments anddisplay art made by local artists while music and revelers fillthe streets. Come see what your city has to offer! From thebustling Historic District surrounding Seville Square to thecelebration of art on North Palafox to the “Art in the Streets”on Government Street and up and down the Palafoxcorridor, there’s something to enjoy at all of our participatingvenues.

Come out and enjoy 2012’s last edition of Gallery Nightfor art, food, fun and maybe even a little holiday shopping.The next one isn’t until January, so send it off in style at thebiggest and briskest Gallery Night event of the year.

November 16Gallery Night

Street closures sponsored by Stella Artois & Purus Vodka



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

2. Artel Gallery, 223 S. Palafox Pl.: Join Artel for a nightto celebrate the talents of local contemporary artists andyoung performing artists in Artel’s grand space, the historicOld Escambia County Courthouse.

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

4. Blue Morning Gallery, 21 S. Palafox Pl.: November'sGallery Night, November 16, is made special with BlueMorning Gallery mugs given with purchases of $50 ormore and an opportunity to learn about the Gallery'sexciting new Evening of Art series. The Celtic band SweetProspect and the Dove Chocolate Lady add to theenjoyment.

5. Carmen’s Lunch Bar, 407-B S. Palafox St.: Carmen’sLunch Bar is now open! On Gallery Night Carmen’s will beserving delicious international cuisine, beers and wines.Mariel Heart will be representing her company the HeartDepartment and sharing her unique and handcraftedjewelry. Come to Carmen’s for a taste of something new!Carmen’s combines the design and concept of aneighborhood bar and marries it with an eclectic menu offresh, flavorful Southern and international cuisine. Stop byto enjoy the unique location and the delicious food andwines!

6. Digital Now, 282 N. Palafox St.: Join Digital Now atGallery Night North as we celebrate Art. Our focus is onGrowing The Future Of Our Arts. We will be acceptingdonations to be given to our local art teachers to helppurchase art related items for their classrooms. Last monthour donations were only $55.50 and attendance was lower,so please come out and support our local school art classes.It is amazing to view art from a child’s perspective!Remember, these are our future artists and the teachers arealways facing budget reductions, so our contributions forart supplies are very important. It is up to all of us tonurture and grow the creativity in our children. TheStudent Art Gallery will be open at 270 N. Palafox withartwork from our local classrooms. Don’t forget we havethe Art In The Park every Gallery Night, so you can strolldown the median of North Palafox and check out thedifferent artists who have come out to participate and selltheir artwork. The streets will be open so park here andvisit before heading to other destinations.

7. Distinctive Kitchens, 29 Palafox Pl.: Have your phototaken with Santa to help animals! Outside DistinctiveKitchens from 5-9pm. $7 per printed photo or emailedversion. All money goes to help homeless animals.Sponsored by Emerald Coast Animal Allies

www.ecaaFL.org. Also FREE spay/neuter surgeriesinformation/applications also available. SpayYourPets.org

8. Dog House Deli, 30 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop by on GalleryNight for some dinner while enjoying the art and music!

9. Dollarhide’s, 41 S.Palafox Pl.: Enjoy the art of music atDollarhide’s on Gallery Night.

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

11. Elebash's, 36 Palafox Pl.: Enjoy the art of fine jewelry.

12. Emerald Coast Bike Tours, 701 S. Palafox St.:Emerald Coast Tours is a new business in DowntownPensacola offering Historic Tours by Segway or Bicycle,bike rentals, and Walking Pub Tours. It is the only Segwaytour operator between New Orleans and Clearwater, Fl.Stop by the shop at 701 S. Palafox, south of Main Street,to enjoy complimentary beverages and SegwayDemonstrations. If you've ever wondered what riding aSegway felt like, now is your chance to experience it.Trained tour guides will give you a tutorial and allow youhave a five minute glide. Age restriction does apply (14 andup).

13. Epic Inc., 210 E. Government St.: Check out this newbusiness in the Historic Disctrict on Gallery Night!

14. First United Methodist Church of Pensacola (FirstChurch) and The Perry Home Coffee House, 2 EastWright St.: First United Methodist Church and the PerryHome Coffee House will host an exciting evening of arts,crafts, music and food and entertainment during theNovember 16 Gallery Night. Start your night inDowntown Pensacola by stopping by the 35th AnnualChristmas Creations Arts and Crafts Show at First UnitedMethodist Church. Christmas Creations will remain openuntil 6 pm on November 16, allowing visitors from GalleryNight to begin their evening by browsing and shopping thegenerous selection of arts and crafts from artisans aroundthe Gulf Coast. Proceeds from Christmas Creations helpbenefit community missions. From 6 – 9 pm, a colorfulexhibition of acrylics, watercolors and dimensional art willbe on display by Feel Good Art and artist Lee Weiss in theGovernor Perry Home at the corner of Palafox and WrightStreet. (Learn more about Lee Weiss at feelgoodart.net)From 7 - 8:30 pm, live music will be provided on the porchof the historic Governor Perry home. Local singers/songwriters Jon Morris, Jacob Hall, Jeb Hunt and Kyle Hallwill showcase their individual talents along with joiningtogether for an evening of music. CDs will also be on salein the Perry Home Coffee House. From 5 – 9 pm ThePerry Home Coffee House will have a delicious array ofcomplimentary cookies and coffee, along with specialtydrinks available for purchase. Tours of the HistoricGovernor Perry Home and Wesley Abbey, built in 1867,

will also be available. Come and join for a wonderfulevening of art, food and entertainment in a casual andfriendly atmosphere at First United Methodist Church inbeautiful downtown Pensacola.15. Global Grill, 27 S. Palafox Pl.: Paintings from localartists including Quenby Tyler, Riece Walton and ReeseForet.

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

17. Gulf Coast Community Bank, 40 N. Palafox St.:Featuring the work of artist Margaret Biggs and live jazzmusic. Margaret Biggs, renowned local artist specializing incoastal-inspired images that depict peace and calm. Modernand realistic, her art also has a dream-like quality. She aspiresto bring focus to the beauty of our pristine gulf coast.

18. Helen Back Café, 22 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop by for a sliceand a drink while enjoying the Gallery Night festivities!

19. Hopjacks Pizza Kitchen & Taproom, 10 S. Palafox Pl.:Gallery Night specials and live music!

20. Indigeaux Denim Bar & Boutique, 122 S. Palafox Pl.:The boutique will be showing jewelry from a local artist.

21. Intermission, 214 S. Palafox Pl.: Grab a cocktail whilestrolling through the streets of Gallery Night.

22. Jewelers Trade Shop, 26 S. Palafox Pl.: Jingle yourbells all the way to Jewelers Trade Shop as we get into theChristmas spirit. Glass artist Corlette Mueller will bedisplaying her ornate and decorative ornaments, plates,charms and pendants. Also, returning from France will bePatrice Brunet who will be showing his collection of fine oilpaintings. Carolers from The University of West Florida’sproduction of A Christmas Carol will keep the night jollyas you enjoy the season’s delicious flavors from caterer EdSmith. We hope that you can join us for what is sure to bea merry evening.

23. Jordan Valley Café, 128 S. Palafox Pl.: Stop by for ataste of the Mediterranean during your visit to GalleryNight.

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

25. Meadows’ Jewelers, 125 S. Palafox Pl.: Kirk Karalaunching stunning Pirouette and XO Bridal Collection"When you fall in love, your heart starts dancing" explainedKirk Kara. "These designs celebrate the bliss of that firstdance with elegance and grace." Exclusive at Meadows'Jewelers

26. Mezza De Luna, 8 Palafox Pl.: Visit Mezza De LunaConsignment Studio for a signed copy of the



Commemorative Poster of Spanish tall ship Elcano. Aunique photograph of the Spanish tall ship Juan Sebastiánde Elcano at sea during its visit for Pensacola’s 450thanniversary celebrations has been featured on a souvenirposter by Pensacola photographer Ron Jordan. The scene inthe photograph was captured from an aircraft 500 feetabove the Gulf of Mexico while the ship was sailing intothe gulf following its visit to Pensacola. The image wastaken as the ship was departing Pensacola Bay following itscelebratory stopover in 2009. Jordan has produced 450editions of the commemorative poster, and offers them (atno charge) to members of the public attending artisticpromotional events locally. He will offer 100 copies of theposter Friday, November 16 during “Gallery Night” atMezza De Luna Consignment Studio, at 8 Palafox Street,where his photographic works have recently becomefeatured. Visit the Mezza De Luna studio during GalleryNight on Friday, November 16 to claim one of thesehistoric posters for yourself. Jordan will be available to signthe posters starting at 6:30 pm. A 48-inch wide, infusedaluminum print of the photograph will also be on display inthe studio all evening. The image is titled “Time Warp.”Mezza De Luna just recently acquired several new artists inthe studio and new pieces by some of our long time artists.We have paintings by Autry Dye, mixed mediums by Rafiand glass enclosed military ships by Dick Rogers. We havealso brought in new jewelry designers, soap and candlemakers. We still offer consignment clothing and furniture.We look forward to seeing you on Gallery Night.

27. New York Nick’s, 9 S. Palafox Pl.: Join New YorkNick’s for specials.

28. Pensacola CARE Center, 113 N. Palafox St.: Stop byduring the November 16 Gallery Night.

29. Pink Picasso, 19 Palafox Pl.: Pink Picasso will featurelive music provided by Hot Blue and new art by Ally Hunt.

30. PNJ, S. Palafox Pl., between Romana & IntendenciaSts.: Visit the Pensacola News Journal for a complimentarypaper, fun Deal Chicken games, subscription specials andgiveaways.

31. Pita Pit, 1 S. Palafox Pl.: Grab a quick portable dinneras you head into Gallery Night from Pita Pit.

32. Quayside Art Gallery, 17 E. Zaragoza St.: QuaysideGallery will be kicking off our holiday season with goodmusic, food, wine and great art. Artists will be doingdemonstrations outdoors and on the third floor. Pleasecome and join in and get in the spirit of the season.

33. Rock Hard Designs, 16 N. Palafox St.: Stop by theGallery and start the Holiday Season surrounded by someof the finest works by local area artists. View our AwardWinning Jewelry Designs, stunning metal creations by Sid

Kamerman, and beautiful leather and pearl designs byAllyson Craft to name a few. Join us for food, wine andFUN!

34. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St.: The SaengerTheatre is hosting AdArt 2012 with a gallery of art oncanvas created by locals. During the silent auction biddingon the canvasses, listen to jazz fusion music from LuckHenry. Proceeds from AdArt 2012 will support artprograms in local schools and the scholarship and educationprograms sponsored by AAF Pensacola. Bobe's HobbyHouse will have unique gifts for sale as well.

35. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St.: SevilleQuarter “Gallery Night Art in the Streets” ChristmasShow. Seville Quarter has invited over 60 local artists &vendors to showcase their skills, crafts & artwork in thestreet in front of the historical complex. This is the lastGallery Night of the year and the feel of Christmas is inthe air. The Seville Quarter show will have that “ArtsFestival Feel” that everyone loves, with live entertainment,food andbeverages in the street. We want to step up thelevel of excitement Downtown during Gallery Night andthere is no better way than to start and end Gallery Nightat Seville Quarter. Mark your calendar now for one of thebest Gallery Nights of the year, the Christmas Show.Enjoy an evening of shopping, dining, live entertainmentin historic Downtown Pensacola’s, Seville Quarter,November 16, starting at 5 pm.

36. Sole Inn and Suites, 200 N. Palafox St.: Enjoy livemusic and local artists.

37. Susan Campbell Jewelry, 32 S. Palafox, Pl.: Come seethe art of beautiful jewelry.

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

39. The Great Southern Restaurant Group, Jackson'sSteakhouse, Fish House, Atlas Oyster House and theDeck Bar. The Courtyard at Seville Tower, 226 S. PalafoxPl.: The Great Southern Restaurant Group; Jackson'sSteakhouse, Fish House, Atlas Oyster House and the DeckBar. Join us at the Courtyard at Seville Tower, at thecorner of Palafox and Government, for Gallery Night, 5 - 9pm. We will be hosting live entertainment from localmusician Lucas Crutchfield and featuring the work of localphotographer Barrett McClean. We will have a full bar,serving beer, wine and cocktails. In addition, we will beserving up toasted three-cheese Hero with aioli, tomato,spinach and roasted cremini mushrooms for $5!

40. The Leisure Club, 126 Palafox Pl.: Local art and livemusic.

41. The Spotted Dog, 124 S. Palafox Pl.: The artist forThe Spotted Dog is going to be Mary Smith, she will bepainting a demo and will have pet-related jewelry andpottery for display and sale.

42. The Tin Cow, 102 S. Palafox Pl.: 7-10 pm Grab abuild your own burger, or spiked milkshake and enjoy livemusic.

43. Vinyl Music Hall, 2 Palafox Pl.: Free concert in Vinylfor Gallery Night.

44. Waterfront Rescue Mission and the EscaRosaCoalition on the Homeless at Janet Holley Tax Office,213 Palafox, Pl.: Waterfront Rescue Mission and theEscaRosa Coalition on the Homeless, in partnership withJanet Holley’s Office, will be hosting the Faces ofHomelessness Art Gallery inside the Tax Collector’s Officeat 213 Palafox Place. Patrons will be able to view andpurchase arts and crafts created by homeless and formerlyhomeless individuals all to bring about awareness in honorof National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.

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

46. World of Beer, 200 S. Palafox St.: Drink specials and acelebration of the grand opening!

47. Zarzaur Law Firm, 11 E. Romana St.: Zarzaur Law,P.A. and staff invite you to visit Romana Street inDowntown Pensacola during Gallery Night November 16for a chance to create your very own graffiti art. Grab apaint can and spray your art on the north wall of the lawfirm. Make sure to snap a picture of your art and post it toour Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/LegalGraffiti. Ifyou’re not into painting, stop by to watch the action, listento music by DJ Tony or catch a glimpse of the movie trailerHot Coffee, a documentary feature film by Susan Saladofthat is an “eye-opening indictment of the way big businessspins the media,” said Variety. Donations will be acceptedfor the benefit of Northwest Florida Legal aid, whichprovides civil legal services to those in our community whocannot afford it. All spray paint and paper is provided byZarzaur Law, P.A., and we ask that you do not bring yourown spray cans from home. This event is free of charge andis suitable for the whole family. We hope to see you thisGallery Night.

Gallery Night 5-9 pm street closure is sponsored by Stella Artois

and Purus Vodka.No animals (except for service pets).

No glass bottles.


Street closuressponsored by Stella Artois &Purus Vodka


Gallery Night Goes Green

You may have noticed that Gallery Night has been rapidly increasing innumbers of participants and attendees, but did you know it’s also gettinggreener? West Florida Recycling has teamed up with Keep Pensacola Beautifulto offer the growing crowds another option for disposing of the many plasticdrink cups and bottles, and aluminum cans that are used throughout the night:recycling receptacles.

Maybe you’ve seen the roughly 50 recycling containers that have croppedup on the street on Gallery Nights, starting at September’s event.

“As people walk along it’s easier for them to put their recycling in,” saysGinny Ward of West Florida Recycling. “They’re spotted everywhere—up anddown Palafox. We’re going to try to get the vendors to have them inside aswell.”

Republic Waste has also partnered for the pick up of the containers. Wardsays she’s hoping that once people are aware of and accustomed to therecycling container’s presence, they’ll be more apt to seek out and utilize themfor their recyclables during Gallery Night. They’ve already proven a success,

gathering a huge amount of plastic and aluminum during the September 14event.

“It was two big eight-yard, front-load containers full, so that’s a lot,” Wardsays. “That’s 16 cubic yards of stuff that was saved from the landfill that nightjust from what was collected on the street.”

For the future, Ward says the group is working toward adding glass to thelist of things that can be recycled for next year’s season. Additionally, theyhope to expand beyond Gallery Night to some of the many other events on theDowntown calendar.

“We’d like to do all those events, like Seafood Festival, arts festivals, we’dlike to get all of those events covered, because it’s just so easy to drop yourbottle or can in there,” Ward says.

The containers make sense for any event where plastic and aluminum arewidely used for beverages, but the effort is always in need of sponsors to aid inthe costs of labor for putting out and removing the containers. Interestedparties can contact West Florida Recycling at 375-7576.

By Emily Lullo


By Emily Lullo

M Y C R O W D

Mahabhuta Yoga Festival

Is the hustle and bustle of the growing Downtownand endless list of events and openings getting youdown? Feeling frazzled and listless at the sheernumber of leisure and entertainment options that liebefore your rapidly filling calendar? Well, clear outthe weekend of November 16-18 because theremedy is here. The Mahabhuta Yoga Festival will betaking place that weekend at the Sanders BeachCorinne Jones Community Center.

The inaugural fest has been a year in the makingaccording to Stacey Vann, who spearheaded theevent. It will feature workshops from yogainstructors from all around the Gulf Coast region.

“It’s just cool that there are 24 studios, and that’swith me limiting it from Seaside, Florida to NewOrleans,” Vann says. “We have the opportunity toexperience all these different teachers and then justcome together to really celebrate yoga to celebratehealth and wellness, and holistic healing.”

Friday, Saturday and Sunday will bring a fullschedule of yoga workshops that will run the gamutof diverse yoga styles from Vinyasa to Yin yoga toThai body work yoga and everything in between.Each workshop will tie in the overarching theme ofthe entire event, which Vann has chosen to be water.

“I chose the water element because of what’shappened to this region with Hurricane Ivan orDennis or Katrina, with the BP oil spill and at thesame sense I’m really wanting to celebrate theresiliency and our community’s ability to reunite andgive birth to itself even through all of these majorobstacles that have continued to happen,” she says.

For an even more healing and relaxation in your

Mahabhuta experience, you can buy spa servicesfrom 18 different therapists, offering everythingfrom massage to Reiki to acupuncture in privaterooms in the Community Center. All of the yogaworkshops will take place in the Community Centeras well, except for the slacklining classes, which willtake place outside on the grounds. Slacklining is apractice that involves utilizing yoga balancingtechniques on a band suspended a foot or so off theground.

While the classes inside require a pass to thefestival, the outside area will have a whole festivalthat anyone in the public is free to explore. Therewill be a vendor village, food vendors and a kids area.

There will also be ticketed events for children inside,including kids yoga and a marionette show.

On Friday night, the Community Center will hostan opening ceremony of sorts with live music.Saturday night will also bring an after party that willhappen at Vinyl Music Hall in Downtown Pensacola.Anyone is welcome to purchase tickets and join infor this event that will be part concert, part danceparty and part performance. The night will featureartists The Human Experience, Kaminanda &Govinda.

“I have three amazing musicians coming in, andwe’re having live performances with belly dancersacroyoga and LED hooping, so there’s a wholeinteresting performance element happening as wellthat we’re really excited about,” Vann says. “That’llbe the night that if people want to let loose, theycan, but it’s off site.”

Passes are available for either six workshops orthree. There will likely be drop-in rates for oneworkshop closer to the Festival’s dates. Tickets forworkshops and after party are available along withthe entire schedule of events and workshops atmahabhutayogafestival.com.

Whether you’re looking for some relaxation, a funfest atmosphere, or you just want to try somethingnew with the practice of yoga, the Mahabhuta YogaFestival is a welcome addition to the Downtowncalendar.

“We definitely want people that have maybe nevertried yoga to come and try it, but in a comfortable,fun festival setting,” Vann says.

What: Mahabhuta Yoga FestivalWhen: November 16-18Where: Sanders Beach Community

CenterInfo: mahabhutayogafestival.com



November brings the first home games inthe new season for our resident ice hockeyteam the Pensacola Ice Flyers. The teamended the 2011-2012 season by making it tothe President’s Cup Finals and falling justshort of the championship to the ColumbusCottonmouths, placing them second in theleague. This year will usher in a new era forthe team, with a recently updated logo andbrand new head coach Gary Graham.

Graham comes to the team having spentthe last four seasons as an assistant coach forthe Fort Wayne Komets, during which timethe team won three championships. Prior tohis time with the Komets, he played Tier IIjunior and attended Ball State University,majoring in Exercise Science.

Graham was introduced to Pensacola at atown hall meeting this summer, but DTCspoke with him in September about howhe’s liking the city and what fans can expectfrom the Ice Flyers in the coming months.

How have you liked Pensacola since you’vebeen here?

I’ve enjoyed it a lot. The people are veryfriendly. The one thing I noticed about beingdown south right away is that there are verywell-mannered people, and I like thatbecause I try to teach my kids to say“please” and “thank you” and I hear that allthe time down here, which you don’t getthat much up north.

Everyone’s really embraced me. I wentdown last night and had dinner at New YorkNick’s, who’s a big sponsor of ours, and a lotof people there were introducing themselvesto me. It’s really exciting. The community’sbeen really great so far and I’ve heardnothing but great things and all the peoplethat work here at the rink are very politeand helpful. I’m looking forward to gettingsome roots in this city.

How did you feel about your receptionfrom fans, starting with the town hallmeeting where you were initiallyintroduced?

Really good. We’ve made some moves asan organization where we’re bringing insome different faces and some guys that thefans had some loyalties to are gettingopportunities elsewhere. The overall thing isthat we’re moving in a new direction this

year. The guys we have coming in are veryexciting players and we feel we’re going tohave a very competitive training camp andwe’re going to have a really competitiveroster going into that big opening night inColumbus.

Would you say you have any particularcoaching philosophy?

I think any coaching philosophy is goingto sound cliché, but it’s just having a teamthat can compete night in, night out. I wanta consistent and persistent team. We want todo things a certain way and hold ourselvesaccountable to perform in a certain way. Atthe end of the night, you’re not going to winthem all but as long as we can look in themirror and realize that we put forth thateffort, then there’s nothing to bedisappointed with.

What do you think are the team’s biggeststrengths?

We’ve got a good blend of skill, speed andsize up front with our forwards and I thinkwe’re going to be very deep at the centermen position, which is important in thesystem of how I like to play. With Christiecoming back, he proved that he was a topflight goaltender last year. Getting himonboard was a big part of the puzzle this offseason.

Are there any new players to watch thisseason that you’d like to mention?

Leo Thomas, Ryan Salvis and TylerSoehner are going be my three captains sothose will be the three players I’d like tomention. They’re going to be part of myleadership core and guys that we’re going torely on as an organization to lead by exampleboth on and off the ice.

Is there anything else you want to add?We really want to see the fan support

start this season where it left off last year.The organization set an SPHL playoffattendance record last year and was veryexciting and it’s exciting for me to knowthat there was that buzz around town lastyear with the playoff run. We want to startoff on the right foot and put a great producton the ice and have the community rallyaround it.

Ice Flyers Coach Gary Graham By Emily Lullo

Q&A

Coach Gary Graham



LincolnIn theaters: November 9Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, JohnHawkes, Tommy Lee Jones, Sally FieldWhat I got from the preview: A behind-the-scenes look atthe Lincoln Presidency during the Civil War and leading upto his assassination, with glimpses of his past revealed. Lotsof political dialogue, Congressional speeches, and some epicwar scenes to boot.Most notable for: Lincoln’s (played by Day-Lewis)surprisingly high-pitch, yet authoritative voice. It ishistorical speculation that his voice was pre-pubescent, andthis film attempts no compromises by trying to make hisvoice more quintessentially presidential.Unqualified critical observation: Spielberg is, and willalways be, one of the greatest directors of ours, or anyother, generation. By the same token, Day-Lewis is acommitted method actor whose roles in There Will BeBlood and My Left Foot showcase him as an unparalleledchoice for one of the most esteemed and recognizablepresidents ever. However, I am keeping my expectationslow because of Spielberg’s recent underwhelming efforts.Historical Spielbergian dramas like this are eitherwonderful and thought-provoking, like Saving PrivateRyan, or mind-numbingly boring, like Amistad. I’ll give myboy Spielberg a shot and buy a ticket.

Twilight: Breaking Dawn, Part 2In theaters: November 16Starring: Robert Pattinson, Kristen Stewart, TaylorLautner, Dakota FanningWhat I got from the preview: After the birth of theirhuman-vampire hybrid child, those impossibly attractiveCullens gather other bored vampire clans to protect thechild from a false accusation that puts the family in frontof the Volturi, or something. Lots of dizzying CGI andawkward 20-somethings acting like teens who act likechildren.Most notable for: Being the finale of one of top-grossingmovie franchises of all times. Unqualified critical observation: Here we go again. Thisseries is not nearly as good as its world-phenomenon-adaptation predecessor Harry Potter, or even its somewhatuneven successor, The Hunger Games. The Twilightmovies and culture are coming to a thankful close thisNovember. The only good things about these movies arethe countless parodies that accompany their release. I willnot be attending the midnight premiere, nor anysubsequent viewings, ever.

Silver Linings PlaybookIn theaters: November 21Starring: Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, Robert deNiroWhat I got from the preview: Newly-crowned Hollywoodleading man Bradley Cooper plays Pat Solitano, Jr., asomewhat loveable loser who is trying to win back his ex-wife after he caught her cheating. He meets another“married” woman, played by Jennifer Lawrence, who isalso dealing with the pain of recent loss, though herhusband died and she hasn’t quite come to terms with it. Aromance ensues, and they take up dancing? Maybe I missedsomething. Most notable for: Jennifer Lawrence of Hunger Gamesfame and Bradley Cooper pretending to have an accent Ican’t quite identify. Unqualified critical observation: Early critical reviews ofthe film are positive, and it looks like it has lots of drama,punctuated with some chuckle-worthy humor. The trailerseems to be all over the place, though, as trailers often arein order to appeal to as wide a demographic as possible.Lawrence is lovely as always and it’s exciting to see hercontinue her trend of adult roles after Winter’s Bone, but itseems like something is fundamentally off about the movie.I’ll probably end up renting it for a night.

Red DawnIn theaters: November 21Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Josh Hutcherson, IsabelLucas, Jeffrey Dean MorganWhat I got from the preview: A remake of the 1984 filmwith Patrick Swayze. The original saw an invasion ofAmerica from an unnamed Soviet country, and this versiongets more specific by making it North Korea. Everythingelse seems pretty similar. A small team of teenagers bandtogether against the invasion to defend their town andcountry. The original was exceptionally violent for its PG-13 rating, and this one seems to take on more of a mockviolence tone.Most notable for: Being another remake. Occasionally,Hollywood is good to us and spits out a worthy remake,but not often.Unqualified critical observation: It almost certainly won’tbe as good and controversial as the original, but it will likelyprovide some casual, popcorn action for those looking toget out of the house around Thanksgiving weekend and areunwilling to invest in this season’s Oscar fodder. This moviealso features Chris Hemsworth’s veiny arms and Josh Peckof Drake & Josh fame, so there’s that. Ultimately, it may bea good movie to see with the older members of my family,but I won’t be making a solo effort to see it.

Where I’m spending my $8:

FlightIn theaters: November 2Starring: Denzel Washington, John Goodman,Don Cheadle, Bruce Greenwood, Kelly ReillyWhat I got from the preview: A pilot whose planeis experiencing technical difficulties successfullylands it and saves the lives of everyone on board.After an initial investigation into the cause of thecrash begins, it is revealed Washington’s characterWhip Whitaker may have been abusing alcohol andother illegal substances. A legal battle and possibleconspiracy ensues.Most notable for: Welcoming back two titans offilm, Denzel Washington and Robert Zemeckis,who have been absent from Oscar-caliber dramafor too long. Unqualified critical observation: I am a huge fanof both Denzel Washington (American Gangster,Man on Fire,Remember theTitans) and RobertZemeckis, (CastAway, ForrestGump, Back to theFuture). This filmmarks a return toform withcharacter-drivendrama for themboth. This moviewill be good, buteven if it’s not, itwill be refreshingto see these two atthe top of theirgame.

F i l mIn which we unfairly judge coming attractions

based solely on their trailers

By Josh Newby

Editor’s note: Sick of my indifference toaction trailers and unbridled enthusiasmfor 3D films made for children? Well, good!I’m likewise sick of writing about it! Thismonth, we feature the equally unfair butseemingly better researched trailer critiquesof editorial assistant Josh Newby. -Emily



is filled with charming streetscapes and unique businesses andretailers to peruse. With beautiful Seville Square as its centerpieceand the sparkling bay as the backdrop, the Historic District is theperfect place for a picnic, a stroll or to spend an afternoonexploring.

This month brings one of the most highly-anticipated festivals ofthe year: the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival. This fest bringsthousands of visitors to see and purchase fine art from over 200artists. But there’s much more in the entire cultural experience thatis the GGAF. There’s performance of dance and theatre, live music,kids crafts, a heritage artisan’s area and much more!

You can also head to the Historic District for another edition ofGallery Night on November 16. Many merchants and galleries inthe area will be open and hosting the work of local artists andmusicians. Venture all through the Historic District and see whatthe galleries and venues have to offer. Come check out these greatfree events in the Historic District!

Celebrate Downtown’s many special events and activities in theunique setting of the Historic District, or meet your everyday needswith one of the many area merchants. Either way, you may just findyour new favorite spot in this growing segment of Downtown.

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Pensacola is getting a treat this month,as the colorful and enchanting Cirque duSoleil makes the final rounds with itstouring show, Saltimbanco, when it comesto the Pensacola Bay Center. Saltimbancois the longest running touring show in theCirque du Soleil repertoire and it hasbeen performed in 45 countries aroundthe globe. It will close for good thisDecember in the home of the company inMontreal, Canada but not before our owncity gets to experience the extravaganzafor two nights only on November 7 and 8.

The title of the performance,Saltimbanco, comes from the Italian“saltare in banco,” which literally meansto jump on the bench. The showcelebrates urban life in all its forms, fromtowering streetscapes to the hustle andbustle on the sidewalks below.

According to its website,“Saltimbanco is a Cirque duSoleil signature show inspired by theurban fabric of the metropolis and itscolorful inhabitants. Decidedly baroque inits visual vocabulary, the show’s eclecticcast of characters draws spectators into afanciful, dreamlike world, an imaginarycity where diversity is a cause for hope.”

The colorful array of characters and thevariety of acts capture the imaginations ofthe audience members, and audiencemembers might even be dragged into theaction onstage. Saltimbanco makes use ofclowns, large groups of multicolored andmasked “worms,” a proud ringmaster, afanciful child, the sleepy dreamer andmany more.

Acts include Adagio, a show of strengthwith three performers whose bodiescombine to mod into shapes and forms.The kaleidoscope of “worms” will slitheronstage and climb high on Chinese polesto mimic soaring skyscrapers. There willalso be a performance with boleadoras,which are simple percussion instrumentsfrom Argentina that are made of aweight attached to the end of acord. The boleadora performers willmake exuberant rhythms whileperformers dance to their beats.Attendees can also look forward toacrobatics on the Russian swing,strongmen that test the physical limits oftheir bodies, and bungee performers thatsail through the air high above the stage. Cirque du Soleil shows combine music,performance the skills and acrobatics ofthe highest grade professionalperformers, bringing concepts to lifewith vivid imagery and breathtakingartistry. Amazing stunts and evocativestories are a signature of these shows,and this is the first and last opportunitiesfor Pensacola to get a taste of Cirque duSoleil’s high quality showcases in ourhometown.Tickets for adults run from $43 to $93,and for children, $35 to $75. Tickets areavailable, military and group discounttickets available, please call 432-0800ext. 221. Tickets are available atPensacola Bay Center Box Office, allTicketmaster Outlets, or throughcirquedusoleil.com.


By Emily Lullo

Cirque du Soleil Presents SaltimbancoWhere: Pensacola Bay CenterWhen: November 7 & 8; 7:30 pmInfo: cirquedusoleil.com.

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B u s i n e s s P r o f i l eBy Christienne Cloutier

SSusan Dunlop creates positive

change through hypnosis in Pensacola,where she owns A Luminous LifeHypnotherapy. Few people realize thatthe foundation of hypnosis is love,which is certainly the most profoundlymotivating force for change in life.

Susan describes the hypnosisexperience to be like a warm springbreeze. New perspective, new dreams,hopes and promise emerge. Inhypnosis, although you are completelyaware and in control, you feel wrappedin beauty; you feel finally home; youfeel loved and worthy of love.

“People usually come to me as a lastresort,” Susan said. “I help tap into theclient’s own inner resources.”

Susan is an internationally certifiedconsulting hypnotist trained by theAmerican Academy of Hypnotherapy.She attended the University of Maineand the University of Vermont andearned her MA from Wilfrid LaurierUniversity in Ontario. She is amember of the National Guild ofHypnotists in the U.S. and theNational Council for Hypnotists in theU.K.

Susan has recently relocated herpractice from Yorkshire, England toPensacola. She is a lifelong student ofmetaphysics and spirituality and amediator of 30 years.

“It’s not a matter of me waving amagic wand,” Susan said. “This is forpeople that really want to change 100percent.”

Susan offers many differenthypnosis sessions that are tailoredtowards weight loss, bereavement,relationships, divorce recovery,smoking cessation, stress management,confidence, depression, sleep,motivation, phobias, negative habits,stage fright, decision making,direction, trauma, past life regression,positive thinking, sports excellence,academic focus and pain management.

In a typical hypnotherapy session,the client discusses their life,challenges, and goals for 45 minutes.Then the client is hypnotized for 45minutes, during which time they areawake, alert, and in control. With theexception of past life regression,clients usually say and do nothing inhypnosis, merely listen actively to the

hypnotherapist. Hypnosis is actually such a lovely,

natural state of being that often peopledon’t even realize that they arehypnotized.

“Weight loss is the bread and butterof what I do,” Susan said. “I helpchange my clients thought andbehavior patterns, which in turnchange their relationship to food.”

Slimming clients commit toattending a minimum of fourconsecutive weekly sessions and tolistening to the recordings of thesessions daily. Those who listenfaithfully to the recordings generallylost an average of three pounds perweek at first and permanently changethe way they think about food.

“It not like in the movies,” Susansaid. “It’s more of a meditational stateor zone.”

Hypnosis nurtures abilities andpotential that already exists within aperson, but that remain untapped orunderdeveloped because of pastexperiences, lack of training orunderstanding.

“I help people to see the possibility

for healthy positive change and thengive them techniques to facilitatethose changes,” Susan said.

Susan explains a therapeutic tranceas a period during which subjects areable to break out of their limitedframeworks and belief systems so theycan experience other patterns offunctioning within themselves.

All hypnosis is self-hypnosis. Thehypnotherapist is your guide on yourexhilarating journey to create your lifeaccording to your vast potential. Susansets well-defined parameters forhealing and growth.

Susan explains that looking at yourlife with the eyes of your higher self is,indeed, a heartwarming and inspiringadventure. It can open you to love ofself, love of life, and love of theglorious and beautiful mystery of beingdivinely human.

A Luminous Life Hypnotherapy islocated at 1412 East Strong Street inPensacola. For more information visitluminouslifehypnotherapy.com or callSusan Dunlop at 346-7865.

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C h o w D o w n T o w nBy Christienne Cloutier

“850 Open Water” is a new crustacean, oyster,and frozen drink bar that will be opening up on S.Palofox Place in mid to late November.

Local entrepreneur, Joe Abston, is at it againcreating tasty dishes and adding a new spin with10-12 rotating homemade flavors of frozenbeverages for guests to enjoy. Many will savorfrozen margaritas, bushwhackers and more exoticfruits like passionfruit and mango. One signaturedrink will be the Jack Daniels and Coca-ColaSlushy. Abston, who also owns Hopjacks PizzaKitchen & Taproom and Tin Cow, decided to opena restaurant that offers something unique toDowntown.

“We don’t want to compete with neighboringbusinesses," he said. “We want to complement thecommunity with items you can’t get anywhereelse.”

850 will not only have one of the biggestselections of frozen drinks, but it will also have asucculent menu filled with crustaceans and otherjuicy seafood.

“We wanted to bring in an eclectic menu thatfocused on seafood that is boiled and steamed,”Abston said. Some popular items Abston believeswill be crowd pleasers are the jalapeno hushpuppies, lobster roll, which contains the freshcooked meat of lobster, wild Jonah crab claws,which closely resemble Dungeness Crab, Red KingCrab, Louisianan crawfish and Chesapeake bluecrab. Some of the restaurant's signature dishes willinclude a chilled seafood salad mixed with calamariand shrimp, Cajun fries and a blue crab roll withlight seasonings on a buttered grilled bun.

Abston came up with the name for therestaurant after some massive brainstorming. “850”keeps it a local homegrown eatery. “Open Water”means that the seafood they serve will not just befrom the Gulf Coast, but from all corners of theocean. Abston picked the location at 22 S. PalofoxPlace because of the beautiful building andexposed brick.

“We wanted a laid back atmosphere with a mixof picnic tables,” he said. “We wanted to turn this

building into something that was a staple for thecommunity.”

Adding to its relaxed ambiance will be country,Southern rock and zydeco bands performing on theweekends. The Southern inspired music will be aperfect complement to all the boiled and steamedfood. Even non-seafood lovers will be able to enjoythe restaurants’ food, because not everything willcome from the ocean.

“We’re going to have a diverse menu that’s notjust seafood,” Abston said. “We’ll have a couplefried items as well, but not too many.”

One interesting take on a salad is what Abstonlikes to call “the wedgie.” It features a fresh cutwedge of romaine lettuce, crispy bacon, cherrytomatoes and a homemade bleu cheese dressing.

“850 Open Water” will be opened on Sundaythrough Wednesday from 11 am to midnight andThursday, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 2am. Food will be served until closing. Look for thegrand opening in November and make sure to stopin and grab a frozen drink and delicious meal.

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From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli,they have fought our country's battles in the air, on landand sea.

This year provides yet another opportunity tocelebrate our country’s worthy veterans. Last year wasthe 100th anniversary of Naval aviation, and thePensacola Veterans Day Parade was the most heavilyattended in the city’s history. This year, Chief GeorgeDodge of the Gulf Coast Veterans Advocacy Council isexpecting to eclipse those numbers.

Traditionally celebrated on November 11 to coincidewith the end of the World War I conflict, the parade andholiday will be celebrated this year on Monday,November 12 and will fall on the 100th anniversary ofMarine aviation.

“This year, our parade will focus on the multi-ethnicity and multi-nationalism of our veterans,” saidDodge, a Native American veteran himself. “We wantthis parade to be all-inclusive because the military is all-inclusive.”

The parade starts next to Maritime Park and followsMain St. to the Veterans Memorial Park. The parade isexpected to start at 9 am and should continue untilalmost 11 am. Admission is free.

Greeks, Shriners and other ethnicities will have floatsand active roles in the parade, lending to theinternational feel of the celebration. Also joining thelineup will be the Thunderbird Honor Guard of NativeAmerican veterans. Area legions and veteransassociations have been planning the event for months,and Dodge reported that they couldn’t be more excitedto get it underway. Almost 25 neighborhoodorganizations are also participating.

“The point of all this is to remember our veterans,”said Dodge. “That is the thrust of the parade.”

Local bands are also attending the event to helpcelebrate veterans, as are Downtown police and firedepartments.

According to Dodge, the support from thecommunity has been overwhelming and he hopes thatthis will result in increased awareness and attendance.

“Whatever we can do to help everyone remember theservice of our veterans, we plan to,” said Dodge. “Andnot only that, but we want to remember the sacrifice ofand honor those who have served our country but maynot be American by birth.”

For many of those who served in the military butwere not born in America, this is a very valuable time forthem, because it helps them feel appreciated andwanted by their adoptive country. Many past participantsand audience members recall feeling that the parade wasthe first time they truly felt American.

For others, the parade is a wonderful chance to reflecton the services of all who have served, living anddeceased, to keep our country free.

Ten-year-old Chloe Channel will perform theNational Anthem.

Veterans Day ParadeFalls on the 100th Anniversary of Marine Aviation By Josh Newby

ThunderbirdHonor Guard




...at the Pensacola Seafood Festival in Seville Square: 1. Brandy Smith & Erin Ovings; 2. Brittany Beck & Adam Bollinger; 3. CarlaThomas & Tara Packer; 4. Daniel Hart & Ryan Baker; 5. Eileen & Craig Perrigo; 6. Jack Williams & Kevin Woodall; 7. Jennifer Riggs &Lavada Rivkia; 8. John Smith & Charity Allen; 9. Matthew & Stephanie Bartl 10. Nicole Yeakos & Alex Hosler; 11. Ralph & MerrillBordelor; 12. Tyler Chunley, Richard, Teresa & Mitchell Huffman;

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Deadline to enter is November 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 Ice Flyers hockey gameThe 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.

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