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Little Bitty Burger Barn
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2007 Halloween Guide
Continued from page 3
Published: October 18, 2007Boo Bash transforms into a celebration of Mexican culture on Sunday, October 28, as the market presents Día de los Muertos en Traders Village. Staged in cooperation with Houston's MECA, the Red Expo at Traders Village will be filled with traditional Day of the Dead art and altars, music from performers such as Mariachi MECA, food, drinks and other colorful customary trappings. Día de los Muertos is from noon to 5 p.m.
TUESDAY, October 30
G.R.A.B. Bar
809 Pierce, 713-655-0707
This club has a history of going all out when it comes to Halloween, and 2007 is no exception. All month long, G.R.A.B. will have drink specials and play horror movies. Today brings the first night of a big ol' two-night costume contest. No cover.
Wednesday, October 31
702 Lounge
702 W. Dallas, 713-654-8040,
Mix karaoke, a costume contest and $3 you-call-it drink specials.
Children's Museum of Houston
1500 Binz, 713-522-1138, www.cmhouston.org
Don't feel guilty about putting the kids to bed early so you can go out and have a good time. Just take them to the Children's Museum Monster Mash Bash during the day. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. $3 to $5; members free.
The Continental Club
3700 Main, 713-529-9899, www.continentalclub.com
As part of their Wicked Wednesdays series, tonight they will feature The Reverend Vince Anderson and Whiskey Boat. Expect a show consisting of four bands with a sexy burlesque show between set changes. Sound naughty? It is.
G.R.A.B. Bar
809 Pierce, 713-655-0707
This club has a history of going all out when it comes to Halloween, and 2007 is no exception. All month long, G.R.A.B. will have drink specials and play horror movies. Today brings the second night of a big ol' two-night costume contest. No cover.
Health Museum Houston
1515 Hermann Dr., 713-521-1515, www.mhms.org
Let your tot enjoy the Sesame Street Monster Mash hosted by her favorite monster, Elmo. Then explore the Museum's newest exhibit, "Sesame Street Presents: The Body." You don't even have to tell them Halloween is about candy. Children who dress up as their favorite Sesame Street Character will receive $1 off general admission. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. $6 to $12; children under two, free.
Jones Hall
615 Louisiana, 713-525-3520,
www.houstontx.gov/joneshall/index.htm
Join the University of St. Thomas drama department for opening night of the comedy Little Shop of Horrors. Through November 17. $15 general admission; $10 seniors and students (with ID).
Jonny's Sports Bar
2511 Bissonnet, 713-521-9928
If you're looking for a crazy Halloween freak show, then check out the 3rd Annual Circus Tripp party at Jonny's. From midgets and muff divers to stilts and stilettos, you'll see it all. There will be three different costume contests throughout the night, with more than $2,500 in cash prizes. Look for the searchlights in the sky and the moonwalks outside.
McGonigel's Mucky Duck
2425 Norfolk, 713-528-5999,
The Red Elvises are sure to entertain not only with their amusing upbeat music, but also with their head-to-toe animal-print suits, pelvic gyrations (of course) and a four-foot-wide bass. 8 p.m. $15.
The Meridian
1503 Chartres, 713-225-1717, www.meridianhouston.com
Hallowe'en Helmet with special guests Burning Brides & Totimoshi. 8 p.m. $15.
Mezzanine Lounge & Sports Bar
2200 Southwest Fwy., 713-528-6399,
Party on All Hallow's Eve with drink and food specials. Extreme karaoke starts at 9:30 p.m.
Montrose Crawl
Meet-up begins at 7 o'clock at Agora, 1712 Westheimer,
This crawl will move from bar to bar between Dunlavy and Montrose on Westheimer. First get your costume on, then get your drink on as the Crawl goes. Prizes will be awarded for the best outfits.
Numbers
300 Westheimer, 713-526-6551, www.numbersnightclub.com
The legendary Hollow's Eve tradition. Costume contest at midnight with cash prizes. DJ Wes Wallace and uninterrupted music and videos all night. 9 p.m.
Rouge
812 Westheimer, 713-520-7955,
Halloween masquerade before a four-course dinner. $75 includes cover charge. Reservations required.
Rudyard's
2010 Waugh, 713-521-0521, rudyards.s425.sureserver.com
Halloween party with costume contest and drink specials.
Scout Bar
18307 Egret Bay Blvd., 281-335-0002,
Halloween party featuring Erase the Virus with Lights Over Roswell and Prototype 13. Doors open at 8 p.m. $5, 21 and up; $10, 18 and up.
Toyota Center
1510 Polk, 866-446-8849,
Jennifer Lopez has gone from P. Diddy to Ben Affleck to embracing her Latina self with current husband Marc Anthony. Today they'll perform in Spanish and English. 7:30 p.m. $39.50 to $150.
November 1
Bohemeo's
708 Telephone Rd., 713-923-4277
The Mexican holiday Day of the Dead is a time to honor all those who have died. Today enjoy this celebration with great artwork to go along. "Los Colores de la Vida y Muerte" will include artists Armando Castelan, CUTTHROAT and Christian Jesus Navarrete, with live performances by DJ Breejock/Lord Mysterioso, Jesus "El Guero" Romero, The Umbrella Man, and special guest Mark Pinon. Exhibition runs October 22 to November 7.
November 2
Aztecas Margarita Bar and Grill
2207 Richmond, 713-526-1702,
The Day of The Dead is a time to celebrate, and the party is just too big for one day. Enjoy drink specials and promotions all weekend long.
November 3
Aztecas Margarita Bar and Grill
2207 Richmond, 713-526-1702,
The Day of The Dead is a time to celebrate, and the party is just too big for one day. Enjoy drink specials and promotions all weekend long.
Lawndale Art Center
4912 Main, 713-528-5858, www.lawndaleartcenter.org









