Best Of :: Arts & Entertainment Best Local TV Commercial Commercials on local TV were never supposed to make viewers pause to ponder the profound philosophical questions of life...until Texas Mattress Makers came along. The camera lingers lovingly over mattresses in production at the company's East End factory-showroom, as a disembodied voice asks a few simple questions in a tone that implies he's talking about a lot more than a good night's sleep: "What is a mattress?" "Where does it come from?" "How does it make you feel?" Soothing and sleepy, the narrator's voice barely reaches above a whisper, the exact opposite of Mattress Mack's hyper-caffeinated, high-volume late-night pitches of yore. The Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club You can almost feel the smoke of a different era still hanging in the air at the Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club. On the stage, you'll likely find a full-bodied blues band with a twanging guitar, fierce keys and throaty vocalist who, yes, sounds like he may have just smoked a pack.
Not a single wall, table or tile is without chipped paint in this dark joint. Old photos and posters of Muddy Waters, B.B. King and Dr. John leave little room for white space anyway. And in the center of it all are a few middle-aged couples dancing and twirling around so impressively in front of the stage that if you're young and single you think, "Life goals," and if you're old and married you think, "Why can't I do that?" This isn't a place where you go to gab — there's simply too much to absorb. READERS' CHOICE: The Continental Club 5731 Kirby, Houston, 77005 Best Place to See an Intimate Concert The lack of interior space at Satellite Bar isn't necessarily a bad thing, especially because it means you get a good, close-up look at the local and national acts taking the stage. This East End venue is the best place in town for experiencing a show right in your face, whether you like hardcore punk rock, electronic dance music or stand-up comedy. And there's a big backyard if you need to take a break for some air.
6922 Harrisburg, Houston, 77011 "Contingent Beauty: Contemporary Art from Latin America" at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Mari Carmen Ramírez is on fire, leading the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in relentless pursuit of the best and brightest modern and contemporary art from Central and South America. Ramírez, the Wortham Curator of Latin American Art and director of the International Center for the Arts of the Americas, has a keen eye, and the museum's "Contingent Beauty" exhibit was an edgy showstopper with themes of poverty, political oppression and violence. We saw exciting installations, like the starfish-studded Woven Water: Submarine Landscape by María Fernanda Cardoso; the minimalist Stress (in memoriam) by Yoan Capote (incorporating thousands of human teeth); and Óscar Muñoz's video projection chronicling the desaparecidos. Both cerebral and beautiful, it was the sort of exhibit that stays in your mind long after it closes. 1001 Bissonnet St., Houston, 77005
In its first year, Satellite Bar has already built a reputation for putting on shows that don't disappoint. The dark dive hosts mostly local and Texas bands, serving up everything from funky space rock to shoe-gazing fuzz. The small stage is tucked into the corner across from the bar, which offers an extensive selection of craft beers from breweries across the country. But the real draw at Satellite is its huge backyard: There are fire pits, tables and festive lighting, and every now and then, management sets up an outdoor stage. Satellite is exactly where you want to be on one of those clear, sweater-weather nights. READERS' CHOICE: House of Blues Best Art for Kids The Mad Potter's owner, Meredith McCord, battled dyslexia as a child, and she discovered that art was more than just a pretty distraction — it could actually facilitate communication. But your kiddos needn't concern themselves with that: All they need to know is that they'll get to choose from hundreds of different plates, bowls, mugs, figurines, whatchamacallits and knick-knacks, and then go to town with various and sundry paintbrushes to create their very own pottery.
After three or four days that involve magic and fire, your miniature Michelangelo can return to see the piece in its final form. McCord says the process gives budding artists a real sense of accomplishment. It's also a great idea for birthdays. 1963 W. Gray, Houston, Best Local TV Commercial: Texas Mattress Makers5829 West Sam Houston Pkwy N. #101, Houston, TX 77041 713.464.9233 The Largest Futon Store In Texas All items are available individually or follow these 3 easy steps to designing your perfect futon package: 1. Pick your Frame: Wall Hugger Futon Frames, Royal Frames, KD Loungers, and Bunk Beds. 2. Pick your Mattress: Choose from Organic Cotton, Memory Foam, Springs/Cotton, Latex, and Wool. 3. Pick your Cover: Over 700+ Fabrics to Choose From! Learn More About The Signature Collection Learn More About The Carriage Collection Learn How WallHugger Works Learn More About The Assembly Steps 90 DAYS NO INTEREST FINANCING IS AVAILABLE!
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Miracle Mattress in San Antonio has been closed indefinitely after promoting a "twin towers" sale commemorating the Sept. 11 attacks back in 2001. The decision to shut down was prompted due to serious backlash over the advertisement, which shows two stacks of mattresses falling in depiction of the towers that crumbled in New York City. Owner Mike Bonanno posted a letter Friday to Facebook saying, "We will be silent through the 9/11 anniversary to avoid any further distractions from a day of recognition and remembrance for the victims and their families. We take full responsibility for our actions and sincerely regret the hurt and pain caused by this disrespectful advertising campaign." San Antonio mall robbery leaves good Samaritan dead Viral Video: Women fighting over parking spot at San Antonio H-E-B Woman suing Popeyes says flesh-eating screwworms ate her ‘from the inside out’ San Antonio deputy dies after being swallowed by giant sinkhole