Coastal Bend Visitors Guide

Weekend Wrap-Up: November 4th-7th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 21:49:54 +0000

Hey there Coastal Bend! Hope you had a great Halloween! It’s the first weekend of November, the air is a bit cooler, the elections are over, now it’s time for some Fall family fun!

Thursday Night there is the Del Mar College Jazz Combo Fall Concert to attend,why not head over to enjoy some great jazz music?

It’s Friday, Are you in the mood for some delicious Greek food? Then maybe the 47th Annual Greek Festival is for you! You could also check out the Peddler Show or the Friday Art Walk.

Saturday, the Farmer’s Market will be in-town. Head out to pick up some farm fresh fruits and veggies.

On Sunday, the the Padre Island Art Walk Festival will be taking place.

Have a great weekend in the Coastal Bend!

Weekend Wrap-Up: October 21st-24th 2010

Kelsea Yarbrough — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 06:04:45 +0000

Hey everyone! It’s the weekend before Halloween! Since we’re not quite to the candy-crazed part of the month, let’s talk about what’s happening this weekend!

On Thursday the 21st, two great country singers are performing. Gary Allen will be at Concrete Street and The Josh Abbott Band will be at Brewster Street.

There will be many opportunities to go out Friday the 22nd! You could visit the CCSC 5th Annual Hertage Park Ghost Tours, or you could go to Corpus Christi Live! The Great American Songbook at the Performing Arts Center on the TAMUCC Campus to experience an exciting collection of songs and dances. Maybe you’re in the mood for something a bit scary? There’s a showing of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Aurora Arts Theater. Also at the Harbor Playhouse a performance of Evil Dead: The Musical. If that’s a bit too scary for you, but you want to listen to some great live music then you could just head over to the Executive Surf Club to hear the Rankin Twins-a country duo that blends pop, country, and southern rock.

If you’re ready for more on Saturday then here’s what to do! You could take part in the 2010 Corpus Christi Paddle Prix & Rally and kayak, paddle, or canoe up the Nueces River to Labonte Park. If you want to help out your community you could join in on the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. It’s a noncompetitive walk to raise awareness and money to fight breast cancer. Pledges are dedicated to life-saving American Cancer Society research, education, patient support, and advocacy programs to defeat the disease. That night there is an Ice Rays hockey game. Also, the Stone Temple Pilots at will perform at Concrete Street.

Sunday the 24th there is more to do! Another Ice Rays hockey game will be going on that evening and finally for those ready for Halloween- You could go see the Gruesome Twosome, otherwise known as Rob Zombie & Alice Cooper. They will be performing at Concrete Street on their The Halloween Hootenanny Tour.

In just a few days it will be Halloween! There will be tons to do! Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Facebook too! Have a great weekend!

Weekend Wrap-Up: October 14th-17th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 05:02:33 +0000

Hey guys, wanna hear about what’s going on this weekend?! Well…

Thursday there are several events! There is the Exhibits Opening Celebration at the Art Center of Corpus Christi, numerous artists will be revealing their art that evening. That night also, Jim Dugan, a country, folk, and southern rock performer will be at Tavern Bay. Also that night is a performance of “Back of the Throat” at the Warren Theater, located on the TAMUCC campus. Finally, Williams Riley, a country singer will also be performing at the Executive Surf Club and Rich O’Toole w/ Django Walker & Cody Johnson will be at the Brewster Street Ice House.

Friday, the 50th Annual Texas Jazz Fest will be at Heritage Park. The H2U Arts & Crafts Fair will be going on as well. Also The Student Foundation at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi invites you to its annual “Islander Revue” music and dance extravaganza, all Proceeds from sales fund student scholarships. You could catch a performance of The Rocky Horror Show at the Aurora Arts Theater! Or see Taylor Pie with Eben Wood Perform in Concert at the Corpus Christi Art Center.

Saturday, the 50th Annual Texas Jazz Fest will be continuing. KISS IT, A Kiss Tribute band will be performing at the Executive Surf Club. Finally on Saturday, Above My Enemy and more will be performing at Zero’s Hard Rock Club.

Sunday! The last day of the weekend! If you didn’t get a chance to enjoy any of these activities you’ve got more opportunities! The 50th Annual Jazz Fest will be going on and you could catch another showing of “Back of the Throat” at the Texas A&M Campus Warren Theater.

Hope you have a great weekend, be sure to let us know how it went on Facebook! Thanks for checking out Visitors Guide!

Weekend Wrap-Up: September 16th-19th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:58:12 +0000

Hello again! There is some much to do in the Coastal Bend this weekend- so lets get straight to it!
Thursday the 16th, country star Martina McBride will be at American Bank Center, make sure to get your tickets before its too late. Friday the 17th, Le Freak will be rockin’ out at Brewster Street. Art lovers rejoice! La Mona Risa, a new art collection by Pepe Serna will be featured at De La Paloma. Meet the artist and be the first in Corpus Christi to own a Mona Risa Original or a signed print! Also this weekend, Saturday the 18th is full of excitement!
In the mood for some farm fresh fruits and veggies? Then you do not want to miss the Farmer’s Market. If its music you crave Cody Canada and Seth James will be at Brewster Street or you could head out to the Rock the Rail- Skate Park Fundraiser at the Brisco Pavillian. 10 bands. 12 hours. 1 stage. Enjoy live music or show off your shredding skills and sign up for the skating contest! Also that night- Hal Holbrook’s one-man tour-de-fore, MARK TWAIN TONIGHT! will be at The American Bank Center, literature buffs this ones for you! Last but not least, get ready to run! or walk… Either way its all about promoting fitness for women of all ages! The You Go Girl 5k Run and 2 Mile Walk will take place at the Solomon Ortiz center and all proceeds will go to the Womens Shelter of South Texas.
Sunday the 19th there are a couple of great ways to end your weekend, Tin Can Phone will be playing at Dr. Rockits Blues Bar, Love Me Last will be at Revolution Bar and Grill, or if your feeling lucky why not head out to Poker Night at the Pelican Lounge. Have a great weekend and please if you attend any of these events we would love to hear about your experience! You can add us on Facebook and Twitter.

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Bayfest 2010

Kelsea Yarbrough — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 01:47:01 +0000

Bayfest 2010 is here! One of the biggest events here in the Coastal Bend is coming up Friday the 24^th through Sunday the 26^th. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the weekend, the seven-dollar ticket is well worth it. It’s a festival that features a beautiful array of art, music, and food that all display the cultural diversity of Corpus Christi.

For Entertainment Schedules follow the links below

Friday: http://www.bayfesttexas.com/pdf/2010/Bayfest2010-Public-Friday.pdf

Saturday: http://www.bayfesttexas.com/pdf/2010/Bayfest2010-Public-Saturday.pdf

Sunday: http://www.bayfesttexas.com/pdf/2010/Bayfest2010-Public-Sunday.pdf

Some information straight from the Bayfest website

“The food, drinks and game booths are operated by non-profit organizations. 80% of the funds raised are returned to these groups to continue and expand their activities with the remaining 20% to help stage the festival for the following year. Bayfest, Inc. is a non-profit organization.

Bayfest works with over 5,000 community volunteers who give their time and efforts to assure its success each year.”

And Some interesting Bayfest Facts from their website as well-

“Bayfest 2009 raised over 115,000 for 23 local non-profit organizations.”

“In its 33 year history, over $11.8 million has been raised at Bayfest.”

“One of the few festivals left in the country that is run by volunteers and profits benefit local charities.”

“Attracts over 110,000 festival goers each year.”

For more information just check out the official Bayfest Website at http://www.bayfesttexas.com

Weekend Wrap-Up: September 2nd-5th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:49:44 +0000

Hey there Coastal Benders! Looking for something to do this weekend? Thursday the 2nd of September offers a variety of opportunities for you and your friends and family to go out. There’s a Corpus Christi Hooks game that night, Ryan Beaver will be performing at the Executive Surf Club, and there will a chance to enjoy Open Jam Thursdays with Bushbullit (Southern and Classic Rock) at Rascals.

Friday the 3rd, The Spazmatics will be performing at Brewster Street and Scarlet will be at Executive Surf Club. Or you could view Elton John and Tim Rice’s production of Aida at the Harbor Playhouse, you should head out to see some of Corpus Christi’s great local talent!

Saturday the 4th- it’s all about the music. Cruise Control will be rockin’ at the Executive Surf Club. The Bay Jammin’ Concert Series will be at Cole Park and Blue October will be at Concrete Street; be sure to get your tickets before its too late! Also if you want to dance the night away DJ Curtis Rock will be at Bombay Lounge and Grill.

Finally Sunday the 5th, there will be karaoke at Crawdaddy’s, another Corpus Christi Hooks baseball game, and Scarecrow People will be at the Executive Surf Club. Any of these events would be a great way to end the weekend!

Lots of musicians to check out, sports, and theater productions. There’s a great variety this weekend in the Coastal Bend. If you do attend any of these events, let us know over Facebook or Twitter, and be sure to check us out on the web. www.visitthecoastalbend.com! Have a great weekend!

Weekend Wrap-Up: August 19th- 22nd

Kelsea Yarbrough — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:02:41 +0000

Looking for something to do this weekend? Well Visitor’s Guide is here to help you out! Summer is almost over, but one way to celebrate might be attending the Live CD recording at Brewster Street for Bart Crow Band! Jon Cortez will also be playing at the Executive Surf Club. Not a night owl? Lots to do during the day too! Del Mar College is having an art show Thursday and Friday! Want to be out in the sun, but you’ve already been to the beach a zillion times?! Visit the Flamingo Fandango at the South Texas Botanical Gardens! It’s an exciting and hilarious event, check it out this weekend! Friday night, Another Level will be at Brewster Street and Max Stalling will be at Executive Surf Club. Something special about Max Stalling’s performance is that it is also his CD release party! Also Synchronicty will be at House of Rock. Saturday night Scarecrow People will be at Executive Surf Club, Hannah’s Reef will be at Brewster Street, OR you could attend the Rialto Theater Season Preview that night! Sunday- there’s the Spikefest finals, The Peddler Show in Robstown, and at night more music! Equal People at Padre Island Burger company, The Dust Devils at the Back Porch in Port Aransas, and DJ Curtis “Rock” at Bombay Lounge & Grill. That’s all for now! For links to these venues just look below, also add Visitor’s Guide on Facebook and Twitter and be sure to let us know about local events here in the Coastal Bend, that’s it for your weekend wrap-up, hope it’s a great one!

Links

Brewster Street: www.brewsterstreet.net/

House Of Rock: www.texashouseofrock.com/

Executive Surf Club: www.executivesurfclub.com

Flamingo Fandango: www.stxbot.org/

Del Mar College Art Show: http://www.delmar.edu/art/

Rialto Theater: www.rialtotheater.org/theater.htm

Robstown Peddler Show: http://eventful.com/robstown/events/corpus-christi-peddler-show-fall-2010-/E0-001-024852573-5

Padre Island Burger Company: www.padreislandburgercompany.com/

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Del Mar College Art – Permanent Art Collection Exhibit

Kelsea Yarbrough — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 22:24:04 +0000

The Del Mar College Department of Art and Drama presents their annual summer art exhibit from the College’s permanent collection featuring 43 pieces, including works on paper and sculptures collected from 1970 through 2010. The exhibit will remain on display through Sept. 17. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to noon on Friday

For more information, call the DMC Art Office at 698-1216 or visit http://www.delmar.edu/art/

Weekend Wrap-Up August 12th -15th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:21:48 +0000

Hey! Summer’s coming to a close, but there are tons of musicians and events going on here in the Coastal Bend this weekend, and it is early enough in the week that you can start making plans and have an awesome, exciting weekend down here by the beach!

Thursday the 12th of August, Stoney La Rue with Sean McConnell will be playing at Brewster Street. David Martinez Band will be performing at Executive Surf Club and something exciting will be happening at Cole Park! From Executive Surf Club’s Battle of the Bands competition, the 1st and 2nd place winners will be performing for free at Cole Park to close out the summer concert series. Also that night House of Rock will be hosting a huge number of bands at their venue, the doors open at 4.

Friday the 13th, Scarecrow People will be playing at Brewster Street, Trysum will be performing at Executive Surf Club, and at Cole Park the final movie in their free summer cinema series will be Imagine That with Eddie Murphy. House of Rock will be hosting even more bands at their venue, there is their link for followup information. www.texashouseofrock.com/

Finally Saturday the 14th, Rotel and the Hot Tomatoes will be playing at Brewster Street, Latin Talk will be at Executive Surf Club, and Ludacris will be at the American Bank Center. During the Day the Billabong Women’s Surf Camp will be beginning. And while we are on the topic of surfing- Sunday the 15th Wind and Wave will be presenting a quicksilver video at House of Rock.

Well there you go! You might already know the drill, but we’re going to tell you again, check out our website for all of this info and more, and check up on us on Facebook and Twitter, we post all the time, if you have photos or ideas for places to visit or restaurants to try, we welcome your input whole- heartedly! Coastal Bend Visitor’s Guide, we let you know what’s up in the Coastal Bend so let us know, what are you up to this weekend?

House of Rock- www.texashouseofrock.com/
Brewster Street- www.brewsterstreet.net/
Executive Surf Club- www.executivesurfclub.com/
American Bank Center- www.americanbankcenter.com/
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Weekend Wrap-Up: August 5th-8th

Kelsea Yarbrough — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 21:05:34 +0000

Looking for something to do this upcoming weekend? Coastal Bend Visitor’s Guide is here to help you out, tell you about what’s going on, what musicians to go and listen to, which restaurants to try, and some of the biggest festivals here in the Coastal Bend. Check back with this weekly blog to hear about all of this and more. For this upcoming weekend, Thursday July 5th through Sunday July 8th there are several musicians to check out.

Thursday Night:
Aaron Watson with Texas Renegade at Brewster Street Icehouse
Grady Skelton at Executive Surf Club
Colin Roche at Doc’s Seafood and Steaks Restaurant
Cruise Control at Cole Park
Del Mar Fundraiser at House of Rock for “Viking Band Camp”
Scheduled to Perform: Echo, Raya, 30 Gallon Sea, Microphonic, Songs of Deliverance, Lion Rivers, and Jiffy.

Friday Night:
The Spazmatics at Brewster Street
Back in the Day (Classic Rock Covers) at Executive Surf Club
Free Showing of “Where the Wild Things Are” at Cole Park

Saturday Night:
Jarrod Birmingham CD Release Show at Brewster Street
EMT at Executive Surf Club
Helster, Angst, and Rough Edge at House of Rock

Sunday Night:
Blake Sparks at Doc’s Seafood and Steaks Restaurant

There ya go! Enjoy the beach and bands down here in the Coastal Bend this weekend! Check out our website for more information on the venues described in our blogs. Also to see this information and more check out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ORwXieUpEY

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