May 2010 - Papa Mojo's Roadhouse Special Events

MOTHER’S DAY - MAY 9
We have two special events planned for mothers this year.

First our amazing, original Sunday Brunch with a complimentary lagniappe for all Mothers.

Then on Sunday evening, we have blues star, Janiva Magness appearing at the Roadhouse for an Alligator Records CD Release Party. Doors open at 6 pm, show at 7pm and tickets are on sale now for $17.

CRAWFISH BOILS are HERE for the season!! (hopefully through mid-June)
We are serving up Crawfish Boils FRIDAY and SATURDAY after 6:00pm, while they last. Each tray includes with new potatoes, corn & onions - $9 for 1 lb. / $25 for 3 lbs. Come on down and get ‘em!!

BEST DISH IN NC competition for 2010
The competition is on - and we’re proud to announce that Papa Mojo’s is a FINALIST in the Casual Dining category for the Best Dish in NC!! The competition will run through the summer, and Chef Melton’s Special Entry Menu Items will be featured on our menu in July. Congratulations Mel!! You can learn more about the competition at the NC Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services: http://www.ncagr.gov/markets/gginc/bestdish

Introducing TUESDAY TRIVIA NITES @ Papa Mojo’s
We’re launching a new interactive evening of fun! Check out TUESDAY TRIVIA hosted by Colby Almond from 8:00-10:00pm EVERY TUESDAY. It consists of 2 rounds of General questions - a round of both Movies and Music questions - and a final round of Top-Ten questions. So come on down and sharpen your wits with us! Not only is it engaging fun with friends - you may even win a prize.

TICKLE ME THURSDAYS
In case you haven’t heard, our Comedy Nites have become real crowd-pleasers! We couldn’t be happier about teaming up with Bryson Entertainment. They’ve been bringing in topnotch comedians on the FIRST THURSDAY of each month for us. If you haven’t had a good laugh in too long - we’ve got the right remedy.

THURSDAY, MAY 6: opening feature, MOCHA followed by our featured comedian, PREACHER MAN.

HAPPY HOUR @ PAPA MOJO’S - Tues.-->Sat. - 4-6pm
We’re a great destination to unwind after work with friends - and we’re conveniently located close to the Research Triangle Park. Come on down and enjoy 1/2 price appetizers and various drink specials while you brush off the stress of the day with us.

SUNDAY BRUNCH *PERFECT FOR MOTHER'S DAY*
Our favorite acoustic musicians are always on-hand to provide an enjoyable Bayou Brunch experience. Come enjoy the atmosphere as you eat beignets & Cajun omelets, or sip on our famous Cajun Bloody Mary!

Sunday Bayou Brunch: 11:00am-3:00pm (musicians - 12:00 - 2:00pm)

May 28 -31 Closed for MEMORIAL DAY Weekend
We’ll be serving up LUNCH ON FRIDAY, MAY 28 - but will be CLOSED for the Holiday from Dinner on MAY 28 through Monday MAY 31. We’ll be back to normal operating hours on Tuesday, June 1.

5/28 – Lunch – OPEN
5/28 – Dinner – CLOSED
5/29 – 5/31 – CLOSED
6/1 – OPEN

Thank you for understanding, and we hope you’ll be enjoying great food and great company – wherever you are!

Sunday Brunch Music - 12:00-2:00pm
Our favorite acoustic musicians are always on-hand to provide an enjoyable Bayou Brunch experience. Come enjoy the atmosphere as you eat beignets & Cajun omelets, or sip on our famous Cajun Bloody Mary!

5/2 - Gene O’Neill • 5/9 - Basher & Bruiser • 5/16 - Jasme Kelly • 5/23 - Basher & Bruiser

THIS WEEK-END – FRIDAY, APRIL 30
Your chance to hear legendary Texas Bluesman JUNIOR BOY JONES live & in person!
9:30 pm - $12 tickets

for more info: http://www.myspace.com/andrewjrboyjones

We’ve got two more exciting national shows that we’re proud to be featuring in MAY – if you don’t know their names – it’s time to get acquainted! Tickets are available @ the Roadhouse two weeks prior to each show.

SUNDAY, MAY 9 – JANIVA MAGNESS -CD Release Party - 7:00pm - $17 tickets

for more info: http://www.janivamagness.com

FRIDAY, MAY 21 – CEDRIC BURNSIDE & LIGHTNIN’ MALCOLM - 9:30pm - $15 tickets

for more info: http://www.myspace.com/jukejointduo

And, we’ve got some of our all-time regional favorites on the MAY Roster as well:

May 1 - Mississippi Mike Benefit - some great talent supporting their fellow musician!!!

May 7 - Bob Margolin - he is one Classic Chicago Bluesman who delivers EVERY time.

May 8 - Adrian Duke - folks have been asking for Adrian’s return - spread the word!!

May 14 - Dune Dogs - these dudes have a loyal following for a reason - come enjoy their brand of fun.

May 15 - Big Mama E & the Cool - great original music that will have you shakin' your bootie!

May 22 - Mel Melton & the Wicked Mojos - swamp-stompin’ Blues that’s the real deal.

May 28 & 29 - NO BANDS for Memorial Day Weekend

As always, you can find more details & links to musicians’ sites on our website’s music schedule: http://papamojosroadhouse.com/papa-mojos-roadhouse-calendar.htm

We thank you for enjoying and supporting great LIVE MUSIC!!

LEFT: Actress ROZ RYAN had appearances in the Triangle area on April 17, and her friends actor James House & comedian Grave Digger brought her to Papa Mojo’s for a nightcap – what a treat we got when Mel persuaded her to sing a number for us. Thanks Roz – come back anytime! RIGHT: ERIC LINDELL put his spell on the Roadhouse on April 9 and that Gulf Coast Blues of his knocked us out!

ABOVE: We got a taste of heart-throbbing syncopated Texas songwriting when RANDY McALLISTER came to town on April 25. This drummer, singer, harmonica player and his tight-knit band have seriously got it going on! BELOW: Left to Right- Guitar Slim, Papa Mojo’s Mel Melton, Randy McAllister, Wild Will

As always, we thank you ALL for enjoying our Roadhouse! You can count on us to keep the flavors, the food, and the music sizzlin'' with excitement as we move through the season.

-So, y'all come on down!
- Mel and the Krewe

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