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Yet More Things You May Have Missed 2004
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2005

Friday 31st, Time Zone Buffet

Celebrate the world on New Years eve at our Banquet Time Zone Feast with Toasts on the hour every hour.  Paris at 6, Casablanca at 7, Cruise ship near the Azores at 8, Rio De Janeiro at 9, Buenos Aires at 10.

The banquet dishes feature delicious time zone entrees from Sydney to New York, from Jamaican plantain to Apple Pie.
A Natasha's Foody extravaganza.

Singing Toasts performed by Michael Vine

First seating is 6 to 8PM,
Second seating is 8 to 10PM

$45 per person
Includes multiple time zone champagne toasts and Banquet feast.

Make Reservations:
call 259-2754 or 259-0203 or Online at www.beetnik.com

Mon. Jan. 3rd 9pm Mandarin Dynasty

The Infectious pop sound of Mandarin Dynasty comes all the way from San Diego to play a one night only show in Lexington during their tour...they're on their way, so catch them on the ride up. Donations.

Sat. Jan 8th 9pm Spare Parts
Originally assembled to support Clive Pohl’s studio CD “JUGGLING”
(released in 2001) SPARE PARTS has become much more than a backup band. It is a group of experienced instrumentalists expressing their artistic individuality within a close-knit musical community.

The ensemble continues to perform mostly original songs (some with and some without words) written by Mr. Pohl but the chemistry of the players and the compositions themselves have evolved to reflect diverse interests from social concerns to the simple quest for fun.

The core of band includes Clive Pohl (guitar, voice), Tom Wilhelm (bass), Dennie Kirtley (trumpet and handrums) and Tom Martin on keyboards. Additional Spare Parts have been known to participate including Lissa Pohl (voice), Stephanie Raglin (voice), and Arthur Rouse (drums).

Each performance is a unique event with new material and new interpretations of familiar originals.

$3 cover

Thur. Jan. 13th 8pm Dr. Robert Rodgers
with Seattle's "Zero Point Healers" discusses "Why People Don't Recover from Chronic Illness" . Free and open to the public.

Sat. Jan. 15th 9pm La Banda
LIvely and entertaining, La Banda is a new Latino featuring authentic Afro-Cuban salsa, merengue and bolero music.  The sound is romatic and passionate. Led by Big MAracas lead singer  Enrique Gonzalez and featuring lead trumpeter Dennie Kirtley and  Lexington Philharmonic violist Modesto Marcono, this group will put a smile on your face and perhaps even entice you to get up and salsa! $5 cover

Sun. Jan. 16th 7pm Dr. Robert Rodgers
demonstrates "Constellation Work" The foundation of Family Discovery is to identify entanglements in families  that cause pain and disease and to clear them. Once entanglements have been made conscious, they can be cleared. Free and open to the public.

Senorita Pilarita’s Brunch Menu
Every Saturday

Belgian waffles with raspberry syrup, omelets made to order, and French toast, grits, sausage along with our regular Deli Buffet.

 Open 11 to 2 every Saturday.

Southern Comfort at Natasha's

Monday thru Thursday evening Natasha and her crew are offering up Kentucky's best in dinners like meatloaf, mashed pots, fried apples and green beans or Bourbon Barbeque over cornbread and coleslaw. Each evening is something different from a wide selection of our collective past: Fried Chicken, chicken and dumplings, blackened catfish, chicken livers and gravy, hot brown, corn pudding, Brunswick stew, okra, kale greens and you can probably finish this list.

Wed. Jan. 19th 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman live on the piano. Donations Accepted.

Thur. Jan. 20th 7pm Philip High
Cozy up to something modern and mellow as Philip adjusts the "groove-o-stat" on his nylon-string electric. With cool breezes and warm waves, it's a midwinter cruise to contemporary comfort zones.
Donations Accepted

Fri. Jan. 21st 7pm Michael Fogler
Michael Fogler is well-known as the premiere classical guitarist in the Lexington area for more than 25 years. He has been an active performer as a soloist and chamber musician in the Central Kentucky area since 1978. Michael has taught guitar at the University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, Centre College, and Georgetown College. He is a founding member of a new ensemble, the Lexington Guitar Trio, which recently was a prize winner in a national competition for guitar ensembles held in Chicago. The group recorded its first CD in 2003.
Donations Accepted

Sat. Jan 22nd 7:30pm & 10pm The Bats

Their material ranges from the comic to the sublime; they cover artists from Sheryl Crow to Christine Lavin; they sing of love lost, weight gained, and bargains bought. They even tap dance to Wild Thing. No other band has quite their range of talents, age-related physical limitations, or hormone fluctuations!

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals
and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.

 Two Shows: 7:30 & 10
$5 Cover, Reservations recommended 259-2754

Wed. Jan. 26th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner live on the piano. Donations Accepted.

Fri. Jan. 28th 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines...all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. Donations Accepted

Sat. Jan 29th 9pm Van Gogh Sky
Led by John Harmon, co-founder of bands Chiaroscuro and Attic Down. His music is an eclectic mixture of folk, classical, funk, and bluegrass. Donations Accepted

Wed. Feb 9th 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman

Thu. Feb. 10th 8-11pm The Kentucky Domestic Violence Association Presents "Mad About Moaning; A Climactic Experience!"

A Valentine’s Day (V- Day) Kickoff with proceeds used to support KDVA’s Spring 2005 Production of Eve Ensler’s, “TheVagina Monologues”.

All proceeds from “The Vagina Monologues” will be donated across the state to benefit victims of domestic violence and their children. Join us for a romantic dinner and a night of steamy poetry and spoken word, the sultry sounds of Emily Hagihara, and lots of moaning! A prize will be given to the evening’s best moaner.

Natasha’s Café will donate a percentage of all dining sales.
Donation: $ 5.00 to $15.00

Friday, Saturday, and Monday February 11,12,14
St. Valentines Weekend Festival of Love
Salsa, Slow Dancing, and Serenading

All you need is love...three days of love at Natasha's Cafe!
A special menu full of romantic flavors and music.

Fri. Feb. 11 8pm Salsa with La Banda
Reservations 6 to 10, cover $5.00. 259-2754

Serving: Surf and Turf, seafood and chicken quesadillas with guacamole and black beans plus Spanish Chicken Soup. Plus our regular menu.

Sat. Feb. 12 8pm Slow Dance to Soul
with Rock Stars of Soul.
Reservations 6 to 10, cover $5.00

Serving:  Mahi Mahi with Jalapeño and mango butter New Orleans
style with seafood gumbo. Plus our regular menu.

Mon. Feb 14th, Valentine’s Day be serenaded at your table by strolling violinists. Open reservations 6 to 10. $45 per or $ 75 per couple 259-2754

Serving: Salads and appetizers will be served banquet style and will include smoked salmon, Mediterranean Cheese Rolls, Greek dolmas, Hawaiian Chicken Salad, Hummus and Baba Ganoush; and our House Greek Salad. Featured Entrees served to your table will include Ship Wreck Pasta -- angel hair pasta with cream sauce; salmon and variety of seafood, Thai Style Stir Fry --peanut sauce stir fry with choice of marinated tofu or chicken; and Wellington Lamb -- pecan smoked leg of lamb with dry fruit comfit; Tyrnovo Pork - savory pork tenderloin roulette with brie, apricots, garlic and herbs; and, Midnight Chicken Curry.

Make it a weekend of Salsa, Slow Dancing, and Serenading
Reserve for all three nights -- $75 per couple. 259-2754

Sat Feb 12th 3-5pm Stitch‘nBitch Scarf Mania Exhibition & Reception
This exhibition looks at the scarf as a form of self-expression, and features hand-knitted scarves accompanied by stories and poems. Inspired by Debbie Stollers’ new book Stitch ‘n Bitch – The Knitter’s Handbook, Stitch ‘n Bitch groups have been springing up all over the country. Meet members of the local Stitch ‘n Bitch group, view their art, and discuss knitting as a form of self-expression. Free.

Wed. Feb. 16th 7-10pm Lexington Vintage Dance Society
Argentine Tango Dancers come to Natasha's to tango the night away. Have dinner and watch one of the most dramatic and sensual dances take place right in front of you. Free

Fri. Feb. 18th 9pm Speakeasy
Jazz with local music veterans Dan Brock and Dave McWhorter.
$3 cover

Also, GALLERY HOP

Sat. Feb. 19th 9pm Carla Van Hoose
Carla Van Hoose is deep in the "Americana" movement of today. Her repertoire dips into many shades of American music. Folk, blues, bluegrass and a little old rock and roll for spice are stirred up and delivered to you through her soothing vocals.
Donations Accepted

Wed. Feb. 23rd 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner
Standards: Simple and Elegant

See Our Storewide
Sale
--A Store in Transition

Feb. 25 & 26 10-30% off new arrivals 40-70% off clearance items 10-70% off everything else With major winter trade shows behind us we are emerging into spring with several new and exciting lines of clothes: reversible silk (Dorman), casual linen (La Fixsun), funky and feminine retro touch (Terra Tones and Pue-Si), while still maintaining our faithfulness to wearable art of the major designers like Kusnadi that gives our store its distinct flavor. With the new look come new accessories: light silky scarves, enamel and filigree jewelry, purses and more. To welcome the transition we are offering 10-30% off on all new arrivals and 40-70%off clearance items to make room for more wonderful garments on their way to Lexington.

Fri. Feb. 25th 9pm Cold Fusion
Local Jazz Fusion band has its Natasha's premiere!
Donations Accepted

Sat. Feb. 26th 7:30 & 10pm Robbie Bartlett
Robbie Bartlett has been performing in Louisville area nightclubs since 1982. Her talent and strong sense of musical direction is electric and engaging. Robbie and her warm, smoky alto voice are heard regularly at popular Louisville clubs.

When the Louisville Palace was renovated, Robbie was called to perform in Stagedoor Johnnie's, the adjoining nightclub. When the Palace booked Dan Fogelberg, Tom Jones, Sheryl Crow, and The Righteous Brothers, Robbie and her band opened the shows. David Crosby and Graham Nash specifically asked for Robbie Bartlett to perform before and after their concert.
$5 cover

Mon. Feb. 28th 8pm The Sirens
The combined sound of the award-winning Sirens (Donna Creighton and Jo-Ann Lawton) captures audiences. Unlike sirens of folklore, however, Canada’s Sirens deliver story songs with rare emotional complexity and a genre-blending style that is as unexpected as their vocal harmonies. They’ve been called “startling”, “beautiful” and “nothing less than Magic”. With evocative songs, bang-on vocals, down-home humor and three adventurous musical minds in the mix, Sirens’ performances are moving, tickling the funny bone one moment, drawing tears the next. Based in London, Ontario, Sirens have built a fan base in southern and northern Ontario with journeys west and into the United States over the past seven years.
Donations Accepted

Wed. Mar. 2nd Piano Wednesday
with Harold Sherman

Fri. Mar. 4th 9pm La Banda
Lively and entertaining, La Banda is a new Latino featuring authentic Afro-Cuban salsa, merengue and bolero music.  The sound is romantic and passionate. Led by Big MAracas lead singer  Enrique Gonzalez and featuring lead trumpeter Dennie Kirtley and  Lexington Philharmonic violist Modesto Marcono, this group will put a smile on your face and perhaps even entice you to get up and salsa! $5 cover

Mon. Mar. 7th 8pm Student Rakadu Performance
No cover

Wed. Mar. 9th Piano Wednesday
with Harold Sherman

Thu. Mar. 10th 9pm Teri Thompson & Ryan Shirar
Collaborators Teri Thompson (voice) and Ryan Shirar (piano) present a fun, touching, and exciting evening of Broadway songs. They will be joined by Danny Cecil (bass) and John Willmarth (drums) for a program of familiar and new works from the Broadway stage.

Teri Thompson graduated from UK in 1997 with a Master in Music in Vocal Performance. She has since been seen in numerous opera and musical theater productions throughout the area, including UK Opera’s Education Outreach performance tours in 2002 – 2004.

Ryan Shirar graduated from UK in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and Mathematics. He is well known throughout the community as a conductor, concert pianist, and composer. Recently, Ryan has worked with the Lexington Shakespeare Festival in which he was music
director and composer of an original Western musical adaptation of "The Merry Wives of Windsor." Ryan is also executive director for Paragon Music Theatre, Lexington's newest musical theatre production company.
$5 Cover

Fri. Mar. 11th 9pm. Spare Parts
Spare Parts is a group of experienced instrumentalists expressing their artistic individuality within a close-knit musical community. The ensemble performs mostly original songs (some with and some without words) written by Mr. Pohl but the chemistry of the players and the compositions themselves have evolved to reflect diverse interests from social concerns to the simple quest for fun.
$3 cover

Thu. Mar. 17th 9pm Corduroy Sedan
Corduroy Sedan is an original mixture of bluegrass, jazz, and folk. The band plays a list of instruments so long, I don't want to type them all here. This is their Natasha's premiere and we're all excited!
Donations Accepted

Fri. Mar. 18th 9pm Ben Lacy
Ben has become a special request a favorite here at Natasha's. He is the one musician the kitchen crew comes out to watch. Find out why this guitar genuis amazes us.
$3 cover

Sat. Mar. 19th 9pm Speakeasy
Local Jazz legends Dan Brock and Dave McWhorter have put together a group as classy and experienced as it gets. If you like Jazz, and I know you do, this is a must-see.
$3 cover

Wed. Mar. 23th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner's "Standards: simple and elegant"

Thu. Mar. 24th 9pm La Banda
We're so lucky they're doing two shows this month at Natasha's. Now you have no excuse not to catch this exciting Cuban-Afro Salsa band that is quickly becoming the favorite in Lexington. With musicians from the Big Maracas and the Lexington Philharmonic. $5 cover

Fri. Mar. 25th 8-11pm Vijai Nathan
In 2004 NBC chose Vijai Nathan as one of the Top 10 comedians in the nation for Diversity Showcase. Vijai comes to Lexington via The KY Women Writers Conference. Writer's Block Party Calendar
$25 ticket

Sat. Mar. 26th 7:30 & 10pm The Bats
Their material ranges from the comic to the sublime; they cover artists from Sheryl Crow to Christine Lavin; they sing of love lost, weight gained, and bargains bought. They even tap dance to Wild Thing. No other band has quite their range of talents, age-related physical limitations, or hormone fluctuations!

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals
and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.

Two Shows: 7:30 & 10
$5 Cover, Reservations recommended 259-2754

Wed. Mar. 30th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner's "Standards: simple and elegant"

Thu. Mar. 31st 9pm Six Five Vine
This fun group is comprised of a cellist and a baritone singer. They are classically trained musicians with wonderful chemistry and a biting wit. Donations Accepted

Fish is on the Menu this weekend!

A Broiled Mahi Mahi with Mango Jalapeno
butter and a wild Rice salad.
This Friday and Saturday

Thu. Mar. 31st 9pm Six Five Vine
This fun group is comprised of a cellist and a baritone singer. They are classically trained musicians with wonderful chemistry and a biting wit. Donations Accepted

Fri. Apr. 1st 9pm Osland/Dailey Duo
returns to Natasha’s for two performances this month. They are two of the most respected Jazz musicians in Lexington…you can’t miss these shows!
$3 cover

Sat. Apr. 2nd 7-9pm Michael Fogler
Michael Fogler is well-known as the premiere classical guitarist in the Lexington area for more than 25 years. He has been an active performer as a soloist and chamber musician in the Central Kentucky area since 1978. Michael has taught guitar at the University of Kentucky, Transylvania University, Centre College, and Georgetown College. He is a founding member of a new ensemble, the Lexington Guitar Trio, which recently was a prize winner in a national competition for guitar ensembles held in Chicago. The group recorded its first CD in 2003.
Donations Accepted

Mon. Apr. 4th 8pm Student Rakadu Performance
Gypsy Dance Performance

Wed. Apr. 6th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner Piano Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

Thurs. Apr. 7th 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington’s most popular Latin music band. Come out and dance the salsa with us.
$5 cover

Fri. Apr. 8th 9pm Three Part Hominy
Bluegrass Fusion
Donations Accepted

Sat. Apr. 9th 9pm Billy Blues
began on a back porch in backwater Kentucky. Mark and Colin were thumb-picking Mississippi John Hurt songs when Mike came by with a bottle of Jim Beam and a suitcase full of harmonicas--and the band was born.
$5 cover

Wed. Apr. 13th 7:30-9 Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman
Donations Accepted

Thu. Apr 14th 9pm Ben Lacy
Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines...all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn.
$3 cover

Fri. Apr. 15th 5-8pm Lexicon Project/Gallery Hop
The Project everyone in Lexington is talking about is here at Natasha’s for one night. During Gallery Hop come by, have some dinner, a few drinks and talk to the founders of The Lexicon Project. Photos will be hanging in our gallery.
Free

Sat. Apr. 16th 9pm Pitch Blue
Pitch Blue is a unique blend of acoustic guitar, cello, congas, and a singer/songwriter. Their sound has been described as “Key West” and “Eclectic Acoustic Music".
$3 cover

Wed. Apr. 20th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

Thur. Apr. 21st 9pm Shane Seals
Lead singer for the very popular Three Wheel Motion does a special acoustic show here at the cafe.
$3 cover

Fri. Apr. 22nd 9pm Osland/Dailey Duo
returns to Natasha’s for two performances this month. They are two of the most respected Jazz musicians in Lexington…you can’t miss these shows!
$3 cover

Sat. Apr. 23rd 9pm Carla Van Hoose
Carla Van Hoose is deep in the "Americana" movement of today. Her repertoire dips into many shades of American music. Folk, blues, bluegrass and a little old rock and roll for spice are stirred up and delivered to you through her soothing vocals.
Donations Accepted

Wed. Apr. 27th 7:30 Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman
Donations Accepted

Thu. Apr. 28th 9pm Six Five Vine
This fun group is comprised of a cellist and a baritone singer. They are classically trained musicians with wonderful chemistry and a biting wit. Donations Accepted

Fri. Apr. 29th 7:30-11:30pm The Bats
TA Bat Extravaganza --A Rare opportunity to have the Bat's all to yourself all night long. One show 7:30 to 11:30 with Natasha's
coursed dinner menu TBA. $45

Sat. Apr. 30th 9pm Van Gogh Sky
Led by John Harmon, co-founder of bands Chiaroscuro and Attic Down. His music is an eclectic mixture of folk, classical, funk, and bluegrass.
Donations Accepted

Thur. May 5th 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band is playing 2 dates this month. Come out and dance the salsa with us!
$5 cover

Wed. May 11th 5-7pm M. Pinar Menguc
Mr. Menguc has been a photographer for more than 25 years. The photographs in this show are chosen from images recorded over the years in Turkey, Italy, France, Korea, and Kentucky. This exhibit is titled "The Infrared World." All photos were shot with black and white infrared film. Join us for the opening reception of this beautiful exhibit.
Free

Wed. May 11th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

Fri. May 13th 7:30 & 10pm The Bats
Their material ranges from the comic to the sublime; they cover artists from Sheryl Crow to Christine Lavin; they sing of love lost, weight gained, and bargains bought. They even tap dance to Wild Thing. No other band has quite their range of talents, age-related physical limitations, or hormone fluctuations!

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals
and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.

Two Shows: 7:30 & 10
$5 Cover, Reservations recommended 259-2754

Sat. May 14th 9pm Ben Lacy
Ben is a favorite of everyone at Natasha’s. He is a guitar genius that will leave you stunned. Watch him move effortlessly from Led Zeppelin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time.
$3 cover

Wed. May 18th 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman
Donations Accepted

Thur. May 19th 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band.
$5 cover

Lexington Premier!

Fri. May 20th 9pm Puzzle of Light Duo
They come to us from Ohio and the world. Michael and Sandy Bashaw
are innovative musicians and artists. They have played for Presidents and paupers and now we’re lucky enough to have them play their unique brand of Jazz-inspired World music for us.
Donations Accepted

Sat. May 21st 9pm 3 Part Hominy
They were recently a big hit on "Curtains @ 8" on WUKY. Come see what all the fuss is over these Bluegrass Fusion Musicians.
$3 cover

Wed. May 25th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner Piano Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

Fri. May 27th 9pm La Banda
Lively and entertaining, La Banda is a new Latino group featuring authentic Afro-Cuban salsa, merengue and bolero music. The sound is romantic and passionate. Led by Big Maracas lead singer Enrique Gonzalez and featuring lead trumpeter Dennie Kirtley and Lexington Philharmonic violist Modesto Marcono, this group will put a smile on your face and perhaps even entice you to get up and salsa!
$5 cover

Fri. June 3rd 9pm Gong Master Carl Edward Davis

Gong music aids healing on all levels because it harmonizes the body, enhances thinking, spatial perception and memory, calms the nervous system and expands consciousness to embrace the divine within. Please join us for this exciting experience with Clairvoyant and Gong Master Carl Edward Davis. $5 cover

Reservations 259-2754

Sat. June 4th 9pm DesChamps Band

The DesChamps Band was formed shortly after the passing of legendary country musician, Champ Hood. Uncle Walt's Band, a group native to Spartanburg, SC, boasted Champ as member, alongside Walter Hyatt and David Ball. Champ's nephew, Marshall Hood, started the band in March of 2002 as a tribute to Uncle Walt's Band. With the addition of Rob Teter and Jeff Brown, the band began playing small scale shows and private parties around Spartanburg, South Carolina. A year later, looking for a more intimate and tighter vocal section, the band added violinist, Matt Parks. Although the group was created in tribute to Uncle Walt's, you can expect an extensive set of original songs.

The DesChamps Band currently tours regionally, and is a local phenomenon for its truly original sound, including exceptional instrumental and vocal work, rare for musicians of such a young age. Their truly original sound is being hailed as: "Hard-to-pin-down alt-country, with infusions of Jazz, Bluegrass, and swing." Texas performer Lyle Lovett is quoted saying: "It is such a comfort to see (Champ and Walter) live on through these young musicians"

The Band just recently released its 6 song demo, produced by Marshall Tucker Band alumnus and accomplished producer, Paul T. Riddle. The Band has also had the honor of playing with performers such as Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Junior Brown, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Del McCouty Band, and David Ball.

$5 cover

Reservations 259-2754

Sat. June 11th 9pm Keith Hubbard and Friends
Keith began performing at the Freewheelin' Tavern in Lexington in 1972. Since then, he's been starved in Nashville, stirred-up in Boston, seasoned in New Orleans and smoked in the Ozarks. He has toured extensively with rockabilly pioneer Sleepy Labeef, NRBQ co-founder Steve Ferguson, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer's, the Impressions. Upon returning to Ky to teach literature at Morehead State, Keith frequently served as a sideman for jazz fixture Duke Madison and led the R&B quintet Annie & The Hubcats, named after his notorious funk quartet popular throughout Arkansas in the early 80's.Keith is currently recording original music and is the author of Reenacting Our Birth, available from Ky's Larkspur Press.
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Balagula Theatre Season Opener

A collection of three darkly brilliant one-act plays forms a trio of unforgettable personal accounts.

In MEDEA REDUX, a woman tells of her complex and ultimately tragic relationship with her junior high school English teacher.

In IPHIGENIA IN OREM, a Utah businessman confides in a stranger in a Las Vegas hotel room, confessing a most chilling crime.

And in A GAGGLE OF SAINTS, a young Mormon couple separately recounts the violent events of an anniversary weekend in New York City. All three are unblinking portraits of the complexities of evil in everyday life, exhibiting LaBute's signature raw lyrical intensity.

Balagula Theatre and Party Players present Bash by Neil Labute directed by Edmund Desiato and starring Tamara Bentley, Ryan Briggs, Eric Ryan Seale, and Sharon Sikorski.

12th 2pm Media Redux, Iphigenia in Orem, and Gaggle of Saints
Free Soup Performance. Bring your own bowl, we provide the soup!

13th 8pm. Media Redux $10
14th 8pm. Iphigenia in Orem $10
15th 8pm. Gaggle of Saints $10
      all three nights $20

16th 6:30 pm Media Redux, Iphigenia in Orem,
and Gaggle of Saints and a 4 course dinner $45

Reservations 259-2754

Fri. June 17th 6-8pm Gallery Hop!
Come to Natasha's Gallery to see photography by M. Pinar Menguc. Mr. Menguc has been a photographer for more than 25 years. The photographs in this show are chosen from images recorded over the years in Turkey, Italy, France, Korea, and Kentucky. This exhibit is titled "The Infrared World." All photos were shot with black and white infrared film.

Reservations 259-2754

Sat. June 18th 9pm Corduroy Sedan
Corduroy Sedan is an original mixture of bluegrass, jazz, and folk.
The band plays a long list of instruments and styles of music.
They are truly one of Lexington's best.
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Wed. June 22nd 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Fri. June 24th 9pm Red State Ramblers
Think Ripe Queen Anne Cherries, picked at their prime with a presentation on antique white bone china bowls, fresh cream and sugar in silver decanters on the side, served after dinner out on the veranda just as the sun is setting. Sound appetizing? Then you'll be drooling at the sound of the Red State Ramblers, a Mountain Music Ensemble with roots in the deep hollers, montains and farmlands of our native Kentucky. This is the official string band of the University of Kentucky, and rightfully so.

Fiddling champ/musical whiz kid Nikos Pappas is known far and wide for his virtuosic interpretations of Kentucky fiddle tunes. And if that wasn't enough musical culture to pucker your traditional music taste buds, the other members of the band are also pickers with some prize winning country chops. The sweet sugar filling of this musical cherry pie is composed of Will Bacon on old-time clawhammer banjo, Jeff Keith hammerin and pullin out some lightning guitar licks and Kevin Kehrberg slappin down on bass fiddle.

Natasha will be cooking up some good mountain and country favorites for the occasion so come on down for a foot tappin' good time.
$5 cover

Reservations 259-2754

Sat. June 25th 9pm Puzzle of Light Duo
They come to us from Ohio and the world. Michael and Sandy Bashaw
are innovative musicians and artists. They have played for Presidents and paupers and now we’re lucky enough to have them play their unique brand of Jazz-inspired World music for us.
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Wed. June 29th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Keith Hubbard
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Fri. July 1st 9:30pm Alma Gitana: Gypsy Soul
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Alma Gitana (Gypsy Soul) performs the music of some of Spain's most progressive Flamenco fusion groups including: Navajita Plateá; Mártires del Compás; Ojos de Brujo; and Ketama. An occasional Gypsy Kings song rounds out the mix. With a line up of two flamenco guitars, cajón (box drum), bass, percussion and vocals, Alma Gitana's performances invoke the spirit and sound of Andalucia. In response to experiencing the ensemble's premiere performance, an audience member from Cadiz wrote, "Gitanos Americanos, Gracias por traer un poquito de Andalucia, me siento en casa. Olé, olé y olé!" (American Gypsies, Thanks for bringing us a little of Andalucia, I feel at home! Ole, ole y ole!) Alma Gitana's passionate and soulful performance will make you want to shout, "Olé" too!
$5 cover

Reservations 259-2754

Wed. July 6th 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

Reservations 259-2754

Fri. July 8th 9pm Pitch Blue
Pitch Blue is a unique blend of acoustic guitar, cello, congas, and a singer/songwriter. Their sound has been described as “Key West” and “Eclectic Acoustic Music".
$5 cover

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Sat. July 9th 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines...all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. $3 cover

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Fri. & Sat. July 15th & 16th 9pm The DesChamps Band

The DesChamps Band was formed shortly after the passing of legendary country musician, Champ Hood. Uncle Walt's Band, a group native to Spartanburg, SC, boasted Champ as member, alongside Walter Hyatt and David Ball. Champ's nephew, Marshall Hood, started the band in March of 2002 as a tribute to Uncle Walt's Band. With the addition of Rob Teter and Jeff Brown, the band began playing small scale shows and private parties around Spartanburg, South Carolina. A year later, looking for a more intimate and tighter vocal section, the band added violinist, Matt Parks. Although the group was created in tribute to Uncle Walt's, you can expect an extensive set of original songs.

The DesChamps Band currently tours regionally, and is a local phenomenon for its truly original sound, including exceptional instrumental and vocal work, rare for musicians of such a young age. Their truly original sound is being hailed as: "Hard-to-pin-down alt-country, with infusions of Jazz, Bluegrass, and swing." Texas performer Lyle Lovett is quoted saying: "It is such a comfort to see (Champ and Walter) live on through these young musicians"

The Band just recently released its 6 song demo, produced by Marshall Tucker Band alumnus and accomplished producer, Paul T. Riddle. The Band has also had the honor of playing with performers such as Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, Junior Brown, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Del McCouty Band, and David Ball.

$5 cover

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Wed. July 20 Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman
Donations Accepted

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Wed. July 20th-22nd 8pm Surprise Theatre!

Surprise Theater
If we told you there would be no surprise.

Here is the plan: on July 20, 21 and 22 we will hide three jewels of theatre in seemingly normal Natasha's dining and frame them just a little (lights) to remind you yet again that "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players".

We hope that our pick of plays will turn your heads, but beware…there is no guarantee that the table next to you will not mistake you and your date for actors and start laughing at your lines.

• Not improv

• No audience participation

• Experimental yes

Make reservations....shhhh before 8:00

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Sat. July 23rd 8pm Rakadu Gypsy Dancers
This is a stunning and sensuous performance full of color, inspiring music and graceful movement.

Featuring Foxfire Hypnotica - Catherine Simmons, Jim Hickey, Suzie Catchen, and Sonya Blaydes - Fire dance with poi and firefans, Fire Eating and Fire Juggling.

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Fri. July 29th 7:30pm & 10pm The Bats
Their material ranges from the comic to the sublime; they cover artists from Sheryl Crow to Christine Lavin; they sing of love lost, weight gained, and bargains bought. They even tap dance to Wild Thing. No other band has quite their range of talents, age-related physical limitations, or hormone fluctuations!

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.

Two Shows: 7:30 & 10
$5 Cover, Reservations recommended

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Sat. July 30th 9pm The Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band. Come salsa with us!
$5 cover

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Mon. Aug. 1st @ 8pm Student Rakadu dancers

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Fri. Aug. 5th @ 9pm Corduroy Sedan
Corduroy Sedan is an original mixture of bluegrass, jazz, and folk. The band plays a long list of instruments and styles of music. They are truly one of Lexington's best. Donations Accepted

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Sat. Aug. 6th @ 9pm The Josh Marcus Quartet
The Josh Marcus Quartet is a unique amalgam of funk and traditional jazz. Started in the summer of 2004, the band has prepared an immense amount of material consisting of both originals and standards. Coming from very diverse backgrounds, each member brings his own perspective of improvisation and composition. The music of the Josh Marcus Quartet is eclectic, energetic and will demand your attention.
Donations Accepted

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Wed. Aug. 10th @ 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman -- Jazz standards & originals performed by Lexington native son, former New York musician and UK Jazz Band alumnus.
Donations Accepted

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Thurs. Aug. 11th@ 5:30-8pm The Alternative Network
More information: alternativenetwork.net or call (859) 312-3488

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Fri. Aug. 12th @ 9pm Zack Damron
Zack Damron has been playing his unique brand of laid-back acoustic rock for 7 years. This is his first appearance at Natasha’s.
Donations Accepted

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Sat. Aug. 13th @ 9pm 3 Part Hominy
Eclectic Bluegrass
$3 cover

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Fri. Aug. 19th @ 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band!
$5 cover

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Sat. Aug. 20th @ 7:30 & 10pm The Bats
A Bat's Benefit concert "Rocking for Water," all proceeds that night will help benefit Walking for Water, a non-profit that raises money for wells in Burkina Faso, West Africa—one of the driest and poorest areas in the world.

More information:
sobonfu.com     healingdrummer.com    walkingforwater.org

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.

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Wed. Aug. 24th @ 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner -- Piano Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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Sat. Aug. 27th @ 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines... all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. Donations Accepted

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Fri. Sept. 2nd @ 9pm Billy Blues
Billyblues began on a back porch in backwater Kentucky. Mark and Colin were thumb-picking Mississippi John Hurt songs when Mike came by with a bottle of Jim Beam and a suitcase full of harmonicas--and the band was born. The sound they developed over the next six years and two albums took inspiration from all styles of blues--Delta to Chicago--but especially from mountain-South traditional music, which is bluesier than the people who make categories usually notice. Songs by the likes of Blind Blake, Muddy Waters, and Jimmy Reed are an important part of what they do, but they have become known for the dark wit and weathered three-part harmonies of their originals. In the words of one reviewer, "Tom Waits Meets the Soggy Bottom Boys."
$5 cover

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Some Things You Need to Know Before the World Ends
(A Final Evening with the Illuminati)
By Levi Lee and Larry Larson

Balagula Theatre presents Some Things You Need to Know Before the World Ends (A Final Evening with the Illuminati). The play explores issues of blind faith and organized religion through the characters of Reverend Eddie and Brother Lawrence, survivors of an apocalypse who have taken shelter in their church. As Reverend Eddie prepares his final sermon, his grip on reality and his faith are challenged by the unseen presence of the Illuminati.

Starring:

Ryan Case & Adam Luckey

When:
September 6th, 7th & 11th – 14th
Seating at 7:30pm
Menu Ordering

Where:
Natasha’s Café @ Main & Esplanade
www.beetnik.com
859-259-2754

Tickets:
$13 (cast a die to determine your discount)
($7-$12)

In accordance with our mission to provoke thought and communication about social and cultural issues through community theatre we have chosen to produce a play by Larry Larson and Levi Lee, Some Things you Need to Know Before the World Ends (A Final Evening with the Illuminati) as a catalyst for public discussion of issues regarding blind faith and organized religion. We feel that this play, despite the irreverence toward some religious forms and norms, advocates sincerity of personal faith. We do not see it as a satirical attack on Christian teachings and beliefs but rather on some of the applications in contemporary society. We certainly are not interested in creating a yet another divisive controversy, but would like to spark an in-depth discussion about faith in the face of death and destruction, issues of living with faith in a pluralistic society, the ever changing role of a spiritual leaders in the modern world, and about the way we can deal with modern day fanatics and fundamentalists of any sort whose beliefs and actions seem to tear our world more and more apart. In other words, what we can do to avoid the very kind of the Apocalypse surrounding the characters of this play. This is why we feel compelled to invite the students of theology and members of progressive area churches to enjoy this production and stay afterward for discussion with the actors and other members of the theatre community.

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Thurs. Sept. 8th @ 7:30pm Beyond the Book with Silas House

Silas House

Silas House is the author of the novels Clay's Quilt (2001), A Parchment of Leaves (2002), and The Coal Tattoo (released Sept. 2004). His first two books quickly became favorites of book clubs across the nation and his third already has a remarkable buzz and excellent advance reviews. His work is known for his lyrical and poignant explorations of human nature and the natural world. He has received numerous prizes including the James Still Award for Special Achievement from the Fellowship of Southern Writers, the Chaffin Award for Literature, the Kentucky Novel of the Year, and two ForeWord Magazine Bronze Awards for Best Literary Novel.

In 2003 he was chosen as Kentucky's Favorite Writer in a state-wide poll conducted by Kentucky Monthly magazine and nominated for the Southern Book Critics Circle Prize, the William Sayoran International Literary Prize, the SEBA Book of the Year, the AWA Book of the Year, and several other awards. In 2004 he was nominated for two Pushcart Prizes.

In celebration of Silas House Natasha's will be preparing a special dinner.

A Taste of Appalachia
Appalachian inspired banquet dinner
Seating at 7:30, $35 includes dinner

About Beyond the Book
A new series here at Natasha's Cafe that invites celebrated authors to dine with their readers.
Scheduled Authors: Silas House-Sept. 2005
Sena Jeter Naslund-Oct. 2005
Gwyn Hyman Rubio-Nov. 2005

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Fri. Sept. 9th @ 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band comes back to Natasha's!
$5 cover

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Sat. Sept. 17th @ 9pm Yanco
This popular Mexican American band makes its debut here at Natasha's! Authentic Mexican music
$3 cover

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Mon. Sept. 19th @ 9pm Ellipsis
Pianist John Stenger and upright bassist Raymond Clemens are currently exploring new musical frontiers as Ellipsis, a band that combines their jazz backgrounds with their love of contemporary music. Dissatisfied with just playing standards, the band is exploring a new sound that maintains the serious dedication to improvisation of jazz, but combines it with the energy and language of rock music. Currently based in Philadelphia, both John and Raymond are experienced performers who have played in venues around the country.
Donations Accepted

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Wed. Sept. 21st @ 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman -- Jazz standards & originals performed by Lexington native son, former New York musician and UK Jazz Band alumnus.
Donations Accepted Proceeds to benefit Hurricane Katrina Response Fund

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Sat. Sept. 24th @ 7:30pm & 10pm The Bats

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.
$5 cover

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Wed. Sept. 28th @ 8:30pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner--Piano Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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Wed. Oct. 5th @ 9pm Tango!
No cover

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Thurs. Oct. 6th @ 7pm Beyond the Book w/ Sena Jeter Naslund
October’s celebrated writer is Sena Jeter Naslund, bestselling author of
Ahab’s Wife and Four Spirits. She was recently named Kentucky’s Poet Laureate.

Sena Jeter Naslund is a native of Birmingham and winner of the Harper Lee Award. She is Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University of Louisville; programdirector of the Spalding University brief-residency Master of Fine Arts in Writing; and 2003 Vacca Professor, along with her husband, physicist John C. Morrison, at the University of Montevallo, Alabama.

Seating at 7pm
$40 includes dinner and signed copy of Four Spirits
Reservations Required

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Thurs. Oct. 13th @ 9pm Patrick McNeese - Jazz
$2 cover

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Sat. Oct. 15th @ 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines... all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. $5 cover

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Wed. Oct. 19th @ 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner
Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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Fri. Oct. 21st @ 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington’s most popular Latin music band.
Come out and dance the salsa with us.
$5 cover

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Sat. Oct. 22nd @ 7:30 & 10pm The Bats

Vocalists Missy Johnston, Marilyn Robie, and Susan Thomas blend beautiful harmonies into entertaining and hilarious songs and patter. Melanie Johnson, veteran rock guitarist and songwriter, provides vocals and shy enthusiasm. Marianne Sherman adds earthy humor and a booming bass line. And three very brave men--Craig Cornwell on drums, Jim Gleason on guitar, and Harold Sherman on keyboards--fight for sexual equality as they back up these five feisty women.
$7 cover

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Wed. Oct. 26th @ 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner
Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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Thurs. Oct. 27th @ 8pm Anne Feeney
Based in Pittsburgh, PA, Anne Feeney is the granddaughter of an intrepid mineworkers' organizer, who also used music to carry the message of solidarity to working people. After two decades of community activism and regional performances at rallies, Anne took her message on the road. Since 1991 Anne has traveled to the frontlines in 40 states, Canada, Mexico, Ireland and Sweden. Her anthem “Have You Been to Jail for Justice?” is being performed by Peter, Paul and Mary. Dubbed the "minister of culture" to the movements for economic and social justice and human rights, Anne is "the best labor singer in North America" according to Utah Phillips.
$10 sliding scale donation
Fundraiser For Kentuckians For the Commonwealth

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Fri. Oct. 28th @ 8:30pm Alma Gitana
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Alma Gitana (Gypsy Soul) performs the music of some of Spain's most progressive Flamenco fusion groups including: Navajita Plateá; Mártires del Compás; Ojos de Brujo; and Ketama. An occasional Gypsy Kings song rounds out the mix. With a line up of two flamenco guitars, cajón (box drum), bass, percussion and vocals, Alma Gitana's performances invoke the spirit and sound of Andalucia. In response to experiencing the ensemble's premiere performance, an audience member from Cadiz wrote, "Gitanos Americanos, Gracias por traer un poquito de Andalucia, me siento en casa. Olé, olé y olé!" (American Gypsies, Thanks for bringing us a little of Andalucia, I feel at home! Ole, ole y ole!) Alma Gitana's passionate and soulful performance will make you want to shout, "Olé" too!
$5 cover

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New Saturday Menu!

The ChaChaCha is now available on Saturday!
Sandwiches, Pizzas, omelets and many small dishes available all day Saturday beginning at 11:00 AM... see Saturday menu

New Items on the Evening Menu!

Hot Asian Salad
Thin strips of chicken or beef marinated with garlic, ginger, onions, and roasted sesame oil, in an Asian style sauce pan seared and tossed with fresh napa cabbage, bokchoy, and carrot salad sprinkled with sesame seeds. $12

North Sea Salad
A seafood medley with potatoes, green peas, relish, hardboiled eggs, red onions and scallions, in a smoked trout aioli served on a bed of mixed greens. Half $9 or Whole $16.

Thai Peanut Stir Fry
Vegetables with sweet and spicy Thai peanut sauce served over a
bed of rice. Chicken, shrimp, or Tofu choice. $15

Salmon Sakhalin
A salmon fillet in a lemon dill aioli with a parmesan crust, accompanied by roasted red skin potatoes, and a pickled pepper salad. $17

See Full Menu

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Thur. Nov. 3rd @ 7:00pm Beyond The Book

Beyond the Book
A Dinner Party

Natasha's Cafe is welcoming it's latest author for Beyond the Book. Gwyn Hyman Rubio, author of Oprah Book Club selection and National Bestseller 'Icy Sparks', will be in Lexington at Natasha's Cafe November 3rd at 7pm.

She'll be celebrating the release of her latest novel, 'The Woodsman's Daughter', reading 2 selections, answering any questions, signing books, and enjoying dinner with her readers. Come join Gwyn Hyman Rubio for dinner November 3rd at 7pm.
$29 Includes Dinner, $10 Students (ticket only)

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Fri. Nov. 11th @ 9pm Big Maracas
Lexington's most popular Latin band!
$5 cover

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Mon. Nov. 14th @ 8pm The Coming Energy Revolution
with Jeane Manning

Impossible gas prices are in the press and on our minds. What if Cars ran on Water? That would change everything. James Roby, curator of Lexington's WaterFuel museum believes it's time we take another look at what is actually a very old idea.

Natasha’s Café presents Beyond the Book with Jeane Manning, founding member of New Energy Movement and author of the recently published book; The Coming Energy Revolution.

Jeane Manning is in Lexington as the guest speaker at Lexington's WaterFuel Museum Wednesday night. She will preview her work and introduce Wednesday's event to the Natasha’s Café crowd Monday night. For those interested in alternative energy and skeptics interested in challenging the idea.

Could water be the fuel of the future?-Courier Journal Article
Jeane Manning Reviews Viable Alternative Technologies

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Harold Pinter's "Family Voices"

A radio script written and performed for the BBC in 1983. A Tribute to Nobel Prize Winner Harold Pinter.  Starring Janet Scott, Ryan Case, Bettye Stull, Art Herman, and Eric Seale. Nov 15, 16, 17 Seating 7:00, Showtime 8:45 Tickets $10, Students $8

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Sat. Nov. 19th @ 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines... all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. Donations Accepted

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Mon. Nov. 21st @ 9pm Jamie Hartford
Jamie Hartford is a recognized electric guitar innovator and leader of his own powerhouse roots-rock outfit, the Jamie Hartford Band. He is an extraordinary songwriter and a wonderful singer. He is also a world-class acoustic musician and the living legacy of musical visionary, John Hartford. Jamie's musical history spans generations and genres. From high school rock and jazz bands to festival stages with his father. He has toured with the Everly Brothers and Billy Joe Shaver.

Jamie will be appearing on Woodsongs earlier in the evening and playing the after-party here at Natasha's!
$5 cover

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Wed. Nov. 23rd @ 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman -- Jazz standards & originals performed by Lexington native son, former New York musician and UK Jazz Band alumnus.
Donations Accepted

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Fri. Nov. 25th @ 9pm Patrick McNeese - Jazz
$2 cover

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Wed. Nov. 30th @ 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner - Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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The Burger from Outer Space...
Made with Space-Buffalo meat minced with Space-Garlic
Space-Onion and our own Cosmic Blend of Spices,
including Stardust.  Served on a
fresh baked Ciabatta roll dressed with lettuce,
tomato, onion, and mayo.   $10

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Fri. Dec. 2nd @ 7:30 & 10pm The Johnson Brothers

Lexington favorite, The Johnson Brothers perform an entire evening of Beatles songs so true to the originals that, if you closed your eyes, you'd swear John, Paul, George & Ringo were right there, reunited at last.  $5 cover

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Mon. Dec. 5th @ 8pm Mecca Student Dancers!

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Wed. Dec. 7th @ 8pm Piano Wednesday
Lance Brunner - Standards: simple and elegant
Donations Accepted

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Thurs. Dec. 8th @ 9pm Patrick McNeese
Lexington and WUKY favorite Patrick McNeese returns with his unique brand of Americana flavored Jazz. $5 cover

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Fri. Dec. 9th @ 7:30 & 10pm Alma Gitana
Based in Lexington, Kentucky, Alma Gitana (Gypsy Soul) performs the music of some of Spain's most progressive Flamenco fusion groups.  An occasional Gypsy Kings song rounds out the mix.  Alma Gitana's performances invoke the spirit and sound of Andalucia. In response to  the ensemble's performance, an audience member from Cadiz wrote, "American Gypsies, Thanks for bringing us a little of Andalucia, I feel at home! Ole, ole y ole!" Alma Gitana's passionate and soulful performance will make you want to shout, "Olé" too! $5 cover

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Sat. Dec. 10th @ 8:30pm Pitch Blue Holiday Show
Come out and celebrate the holidays with one of the funnest bands in the city. Last year this holiday show was packed so make your reservations now!
$5 cover

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Wed. Dec. 14th @ 7:30pm Piano Wednesday
Harold Sherman -- Jazz standards & originals performed by Lexington native son, former New York musician and UK Jazz Band alumnus.

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Thurs. & Fri. Dec. 15-16 @ 7pm Surprise Theatre

The Balagula Theatre is pleased to announce that due to popular demand “Surprise Theatre” returns this December at Natasha’s Café with all new installments!  Seating begins at 7:00 PM.
Donations Accepted

“Surprise Theatre” comes down off the stage, tosses aside the curtain, and removes the boundaries an audience is prepared for and anticipating.  It takes them from their normal safe point of observation. “Surprise Theatre” does not come with a warning, does not notify the audience to what will be seen and who is participating. Lights do not dim to announce the beginning, no one takes the stage for a welcome or an introduction speech. The story might be anything; the performer might be sitting at the next table. Our plays unfold; almost always serendipitous, unplanned, and surprising. Of our July 20th-22nd installment Herald-Leader Culture Critic Rich Copley wrote: “…one of the most unusual theater experiences in Lexington.”

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Sat. Dec. 17th @ 7:30 & 10pm The Bats

They'll do a show at 7:30 and another at 10:00, with the usual door prizes, elaborate (hah!) costume changes, bawdy humor, $7 cover, and close-knit harmonies, but we're adding a close-knit CONTEST for the BEST HOLIDAY SWEATER. So dig out your gaudiest, fringiest, spangled-est,  tasseled-est, Santa-and-his-reindeer'd, Frosty-the-Snowmanned, Hanukkah-Dreideled, Kwanza-decked knitwear, and compete! Missy just  bought a beauty at Goodwill for $2.50, and she invites all comers for a mujeres a mujeres sweater smackdown! Bring it on! $7 cover

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Thurs. Dec. 22nd @ 9pm The DesChamps Band
The DesChamps Band was formed shortly after the passing of legendary country musician, Champ Hood a member of Uncle Walt's Band.  Champ's nephew, Marshall Hood, started the band as a tribute to Uncle Walt's Band. Although the group was created in tribute, you can expect an extensive set of original songs. The DesChamps Band currently tours regionally, and is a local phenomenon for its truly original sound, including exceptional instrumental and vocal work, rare for musicians of such a young age. Their truly original sound is being hailed as: "Hard-to-pin-down alt-country, with infusions of Jazz, Bluegrass, and swing."
$5 cover

Fri. Dec. 23rd @ 9pm Ben Lacy

Thousands of awestruck audience members have watched him move effortlessly from Led Zepplin...to Stevie Wonder...to Van Morrison, not just playing the guitar parts...playing all the parts, at the same time. Snapping and slapping nasty bass grooves, stabbing inspired chord voicings, thumping staccato drumbeats and playing sassy solo lines... all simultaneously. But this isn’t just  a circus trick. It’s pure inspiration crafted with superhuman precision and Mojo to burn. $5 cover

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Wed. Dec. 28th @ 7pm A Hanukah Celebration
Aviva Bowling and Harold Sherman performing Popular Israeli Songs
$5 cover

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Thurs. Dec. 29th @ 9pm Patrick McNeese
Lexington and WUKY favorite Patrick McNeese returns with his unique brand of Americana flavored Jazz.
$5 cover

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December 31st, Time Zone Buffet

Celebrate the world on New Years Eve at our "Time Zone Banquet Buffet" with Toasts on the hour every hour.  Guests choose which parts of the world they would like to celebrate:

6:00 Cannes in the Alps
7:00 London (Theater Toast)
8:00 Cruise ship near the Azores
9:00 Rio De Janeiro (Theater Toast)
10:00 Buenos Aires

The banquet dishes feature delicious time zone entrees from Sydney to New York, from Jamaican plantain to Apple Pie.  The food extravaganza includes "Surprise Theatre" showcasing two Short Plays starring, Eric Seale, Tara Adkins, Craig Branch, Ryan Case and Bob Singleton.

$50 per person Two Toasts (2 hours)
$70 all four toasts and two shows.
Includes multiple time zone champagne toasts, Banquet feast and theater spotlights.

Make Reservations … Don't forget to choose your toasts.
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