This Saturday night brings another installment of the Texas Music Cafe at Nexus Esports with saxophonist Charmin Greene and Zet Zero. But don’t get there late because you don’t want to miss Jonna Mae’s Kitchen, a multiweek songwriter competition. Hosted by local country musician Jonna Mae Woodruff, who also heads up the Backyard’s songwriter open mic night on Thursdays, 15 musicians are competing for a $1,500 prize plus exposure on the Texas Music Cafe.
This week’s contestants, many of whom will be familiar to followers of the Waco music scene, include:
Alex Coba
Colton Hawkins
James Hollingsworth
Marvin Alexander Jr.
James Stone
The monthly Eastside Market returns to Brotherwell Brewing this Sunday afternoon with dozens of local vendors, music, food trucks, and some of the best craft beer in town. And for those with more literary leanings, display your knowledge of the Wizarding World at Harry Potter Trivia Night on Wednesday at Stay Classy Waco.
Now Hear & Read This!
Charmin Greene’s “Sweet Liberty”
Charmin Greene was born to play music. After all, when her mother was pregnant with her, the only thing that kept her from kicking incessantly was the sound of smooth jazz. And for over 20 years, Greene has followed her own path in the jazz scene, studying with late great saxophonist Richard Thomas and playing with Snarky Puppy, Frank McComb, and many others.
Check out earlier performances by Charmin Greene at the Texas Music Cafe.
“Our Favorite Downtown Waco Coffee Shops”
Once upon a time not so long ago, (figurative) tumbleweeds were blowing through downtown Waco. That’s not the case anymore, however, as proven by the number of local coffee shops there to choose from. Check out this guide to find the hidden gems you may have missed.
Read the complete post at the Design House blog.
Texas Sports Hall of Fame: “Dallas Cowboys Hail Mary Game Stories”
Thankfully, this podcast episode is not about how the Cowboys should’ve snatched victory from the jaws of defeat last weekend. Instead, host Jackson Michael talks with Cowboys legends Charlie Waters and Billy Joe DuPree about the Hail Mary game in the 1975 NFC divisional playoffs versus Minnesota.
Listen to the podcast.
Upcoming Events
Events subject to change. Visit the Waco Insider for complete event details, venue info, and newly added/updated listings.
Thursday, January 20
Poe & Pints Night | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
College Night with DJ Euby | Freight Bar | 7:00 pm – midnight
Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night | Truelove Bar | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Larissa Boyd with Cody Ellinger | BIG’s Mayberry Tavern | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Pat McKee Trio | Z's at the Curry | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Waco Brew Theology | Waco Ale Co. | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Immortal Stories featuring Mia Orosco Kelso | Waco Hall | Tickets | 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Johnny Joe Ramos | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Friday, January 21
Café y Pan Dulce | McLennan Community College | 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Friday Night Chef Dinner | The Olive Branch | Tickets | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Brazos Brothers | Torchy's Tacos | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday Night Dinner | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Going Rogue Cabaret Birthday Party | Rogue Media Network | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Jeff Hulbert | Southern Roots Brewing Co. | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
That Mexican OT & Texas Joe | Brotherwell Brewing | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Ermoian Brothers | Bare Arms Brewing | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
6th Annual Waco Masonic Concert featuring Fenix Theory | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Jennifer Pisarcik & Jon Fox | Stay Classy Waco | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Pat McKee | Blue Dog Wine & Martini Bar | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday, January 22
Waco Downtown Farmers Market | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Pivot Factory Bicycle Demo | Cameron Park Redwood Shelter | Tickets | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Grand Opening | Papo Joe Grilling Supplies | 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Ocean Doodles to Calm the Mind | Pura Vida Paddle | Tickets | 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
New Year Sip ’n’ Shop | The Black Daisy (Downtown) | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Charmin Greene with Zet Zero & Jonna Mae’s Kitchen | Nexus Esports | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Kam KT’s Upper Echelon Release Party | Brotherwell Brewing | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Office Trivia | Brazos Theatre | Tickets | 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Michael Saldana with Calvin Carroll | Mynar's Bar | 7:30 pm – midnight
Crash Landing | Papa Joe's Texas Saloon | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Darrell Ray | Last Chance Bar | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Joe Parker Band | Elk Hall | 8:30 pm – 12:30 am
Tanner Usrey | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | Tickets | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Sunday, January 23
GFNY Waco Group Ride | Bicycle World | Tickets | 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Eastside Market | Brotherwell Brewing | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Floating Mercado | Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Karaoke & Service Industry Night | Freight Bar | 7:00 pm – midnight
Sunday Slow Flow Yoga | Cultivate 7twelve | 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Monday, January 24
Monday Game Night | Hemingway's Watering Hole | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Acoustic Open Mic | Taqueria Mexicano Grill 15 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Monday Night Trivia | Backyard Saloon | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open Mic Night | Stay Classy Waco | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Tuesday, January 25
Italian Wine Tasting | Z's at the Curry | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Beer For Brains Trivia Night | Dancing Bear Pub | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Open Mic Night | Backyard Saloon | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Wednesday, January 26
50th Anniversary Celebration | Waco Convention Center | Tickets | 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Trivia Night | Bare Arms Brewing | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Corks & Canvases | Susan L. Sistrunk Fine Art Gallery | Tickets | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Trivia Night | Old Chicago | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Name that Tune Bingo! | Freight Bar | 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Harry Potter Trivia Night | Stay Classy Waco | 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Witty Wednesday BuzzTime Trivia | Hemingway's Watering Hole | 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Coming Next Week
Bruce Carbonara, Gordon Collier Band, and Topdog/Underdog.