“Excuse me, Sir, but how can you compare Human Beings to Ticks and Fleas on the back of your ‘Ole Hound dog, Bocephus ? How can you do that, Uncle E.L. ?”
“Well, Child, Truth Be Told, there are many similarities between ‘Ole Bocephus here, and Mother Earth. Same goes for Ticks and Fleas, and Human Beings.

The Bach Society presents the ensemble Aeris (New York) on Sunday, January 11, 6 p.m., at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 2353 Rice Blvd. at Greenbriar, Houston 77005.
The concert of Baroque chamber music includes music of Corelli, Locatelli, Albertini, Philipp Böddecker, and others.
Members of the group are Zachary Carrettin, violin; William Skeen, cello; and Avi Stein, harpsichord.
There is no admission charge. For information call 713-523-2864 or visit BachSocietyHouston.org.

East meets West when Houston Friends of Music welcomes the Shanghai Quartet to Stude Concert Hall on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009 at 8 p.m. for one performance only. The concert will feature world-renowned guest artist, Wang Guowei, one of the top erhu soloists of his generation. The erhu, a Chinese, two-stringed vertical fiddle, has a history that spans more than 500 years.

The Home & Garden Show Rolls into Austin with a Load of Inspiration and Resources! The event helps support Capital Area Food Bank, Austin Humane Society and Austin Habitat for Humanity. The 11th Annual Austin Spring Home & Garden Show will inspire you to rethink your home in the wake of the holidays and get a fresh start. Get inspired with the best and newest materials, techniques and live expert advice for your home and garden; while you’re at it, enjoy celebrity speakers, including talks by Tom Silva, host of "This Old House" on PBS, and Brian Santos, "The Wall Wizard," Texas talent and gourmet treats!

HOUSTON, TX. – In an unprecedented event, ceramic artist Albert Goldreich will attempt to break the world record for “continuous throwing on the potter’s wheel by one person” in a special Throw-a-Thon, benefiting Empty Bowls Houston, on Saturday, January 24th beginning at 3:00 p.m., at 18 Hands Gallery, 249B West 19th Street in the Heights.

At least 14?

The legislative reality is that 150 House Representatives vote for the Speaker of the House, so how many candidates are needed? Apparently, no less than 14 candidates have "thrown their hats into the ring" for a shot at beating long-time incumbent Speaker Tom Craddick, who has shown consistently that he "eats" turncoat representatives "for breakfast".

"The Regrets and Sorrows of Jack Gruet"
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8 - 9 p.m., St. Mary Cathedral, 203 E. 10th St. (at Brazos), Austin, Texas. This ecumenical prayer for Christian unity with music from Taizé brings Austin-area Christians together for an hour of meditative singing with live instrumental accompaniment, Scripture readings, and silent prayer (John 17:20-23). 476-6182. groups.yahoo.com/group/Taize-Austin

Novosad’s Smokehouse
Pecan Smoked BBQ, Grilled Steaks and Seafood.
Homemade goodness at it’s finest... They have a great BBQ selection along with Hand cut Steaks from their Meat Market. Sausage is made and smoked onsite. BBQ sauce is best we have ever tasted...
Located on 3817 Bus. Hwy 35 South Rockport Texas

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Has anyone ever eaten at "The Smokehouse" in Lindsey, Texas? It’s been around for decades and has some of the best BBQ in the state. It’s a little off the beaten path, but well worth the drive. It’s located off of HWY 82 in between Gainesville and Meunster. They also have a double Chicken Fried Steak and the "Best Damn Onion Rings" in the world.(Get the half order ’cuz you can’t eat’em all by yourself.)