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Butte Folk Music Society needs willing folks to serve as board members or committee consultants to help the organization spread the music, encourage participation by youth, collect and disperse instruments to those youngsters who may not have access, and carry out other such projects to enhance the lives of all through music. Please call BFMS at 530-895-1952 to leave your name & phone number for more info.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday,  December 5,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday,December 12,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Wednesday, November 18,   7 PM - 9  PM:  At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue  and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 West  8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn right  into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, November 28,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NO SLOW JAM since that will occur at the Wednesday  night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Tuesday, November 24, 6:30 PM -- 9 PM (and every Tuesday):  Stumpjumperz play every Tuesday at The Shack (1043 West Eight St., Chico).  More info at  514-5624.

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Saturday, December 5,  10 AM -- 6 PM:  The Oroville Recreation and Parks district and Community Radio station KRBS will be holding their annual Christmas Craft Faire in the Oroville Municipal Auditorium Saturday December 5 from 10:00 to 6:00. If any musical groups are interested in perfroming at this event please contact Bob Harrison at 532-4365 or  bobharrison@mindspring.com

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Thursday, December 3,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, December 11th at 6:30pm – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to celebrate the 2009 holidays with us at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event.  We especially welcome fans, families,  students and performers .  This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime!    Folk!    Country!    Bluegrass!    Blues!    Cajun!    Fiddle Tunes!    Boogie-Woogie!    Jazz!    Gypsy Jazz!    Classical!

Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic.  Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax.  Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged.    Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com

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Saturday, December 12,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

~~Monday, November 23:  KELLER WILLIAMS -- one man band.

~~Tuesday, December 8:  The GREG SCOTT BAND.

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~~Friday, November 20: DANA & SUSAN ROBINSON -- mountain music & songs of rural American from Asheville, NC,  $15;

~~Friday, December 4:  PATRICK LANDEZA & FRIENDS -- holiday celebration with one of Hawaii's legendary slack key masters,  $18;

~~Wed. Jan 20, 2010 - John McCutcheon, Showtime is 8 PM - tickets $18 each; 

~~Friday, February 5, 2010 - Sourdough Slim and Bob Armstrong, Showtime 8 PM - tickets $18;

~~Sat.,  February 20, 2010 - Jim Hurst - IBMA's Guitar Player of the Year 2001 & 2002. Nominated every year since 2000 - Showtime 8 PM, tickets - $15; 

~~Fri.,  March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15; 

~~Sat.,  March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15; 

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15; 

~~Friday, May 14, 2010 - Juni Fisher – Western Music’s Songwriter and Entertainer - Showtime 8 PM, tickets $15. 
More info at Bernie's (3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 530-223-2040;  Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. October calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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From Gordy the Banjo-ologist:  PBS program "Barefoot Musicologist" will be broadcast November 18, 20 and 22nd within Northern California by KVIE Channel 6  Sacramento, and Southern Oregon Public Television, Medford. Other national dates on request.

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 North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Friday, November 20, 7:30 PM:  PO'Girl;  special guest Rita Hosking;  at the Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts).  Down-hearted blues from a jazz speakeasy collides with poetic urban grit.....PO' GIRL will delight your senses! 

Local Davis talent, Rita Hosking, will be making her first Chico appearance this evening.  Rita's songs have been lauded for story and sense of place, and her performances praised for capturing the audience. Honors include winner of the '08 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest at the Sisters Folk Festival & alternate finalist #1 for the '09 Telluride Troubadour Contest.   

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

STOLEN UKULELE ALERT:  Ken Smith (freelancer for Chico News & Review) reports that one of his
ukes has been stolen.   It's an 8-string Lanikai tenor acoustic electric ukulele, I doubt there can be many of them in all of Chico. Red Ernie ball strap. It was taken between noon and 2 today (Thursday).

If found please call the N&R or the Chico Police.

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Butte Folk Music Society needs willing folks to serve as board members or committee consultants to help the organization spread the music, encourage participation by youth, collect and disperse instruments to those youngsters who may not have access, and carry out other such projects to enhance the lives of all through music. Please call BFMS at 530-895-1952 to leave your name & phone number for more info.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday,  November 7,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, November 14,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Wednesday, November 18,   7 PM - 9  PM:  At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue  and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 West  8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn right  into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, November 28,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NO SLOW JAM since that will occur at the Wednesday  night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Friday, October 30,  7 PM:  Halloween dance with MUMBO GUMBO at the Birdhouse, www.birdhouseconcerts.com ;  $25 at the door.   Costume required.  Please RSVP at the website or contact David or Kerry at 530-893-9571.  Kerry Eldridge,  14629 Blackberry Road,  Forest Ranch, CA  95942.  kerrysspot@yahoo.com . 

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Saturday, October 31,  8 PM:  WITCHES & WARLOCKS HALLOWEEN BALL at the Chico Grange (2775 Old Nord Ave., near Rodeo & Henshaw, Chico) with music by PRAIRIE BISCUIT.  Benefit for KZFR Community Radio. $10 at the door.  530-895-1976. 

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Saturday, October 31,  9 PM: LOOSE CHANGE,  one of the best 70’s 80’s ROCK N ROLL Bands in Northern CA,  is PERFORMING AT Lynn's Optimo (9225 Skyway, Paradise; (530) 872-1788)

HALLOWEEN PARTY.   DRESS UP IN YOUR COSTUME; food provided.  Show starts at 9 PM.  Band is entertaining, fun, lots of dance music.

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Tuesday, November 3, 6:30 PM -- 9 PM (and every Tuesday):  Stumpjumperz play every Tuesday at The Shack (1043 West Eight St., Chico).  More info at  514-5624.

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Saturday, December 5,  10 AM -- 6 PM:  The Oroville Recreation and Parks district and Community Radio station KRBS will be holding their annual Christmas Craft Faire in the Oroville Municipal Auditorium Saturday December 5 from 10:00 to 6:00. If any musical groups are interested in perfroming at this event please contact Bob Harrison at 532-4365 or  bobharrison@mindspring.com

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Thursday, November 5,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, November 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Saturday, November 14,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

~~Tuesday, November 3:  The CHERRYHOLMES - -bluegrass super family group;

~~Sunday, November 15:  The SKYLINERS  --big band dance event;

~~Monday, November 23:  KELLER WILLIAMS -- one man band.

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~~Friday, October 30:  JOHN WORT HANNAM -- award-winning singer/songwriter from Alberta, Canada, $15;

~~Friday, November 20: DANA & SUSAN ROBINSON -- mountain music & songs of rural American from Asheville, NC,  $15;

~~Friday, December 4:  PATRICK LANDEZA & FRIENDS -- holiday celebration with one of Hawaii's legendary slack key masters,  $18;

~~Friday, January 22:  ROMA -- Redding's own Gypsy Jazz legends,  $18;

~~Friday March 12:  BILL EVANS & MEGAN LYNCH -- Redding native Lynch comes home with banjo master Evans,  $15;

~~Saturday, March 20:  STACEY EARLE & MARK STUART -- duo's farewell tour,  $15.

More info at Bernie's (3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 530-223-2040;  Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. October calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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From Gordy the Banjo-ologist:  PBS program "Barefoot Musicologist" will be broadcast November 18, 20 and 22nd within Northern California by KVIE Channel 6  Sacramento, and Southern Oregon Public Television, Medford. Other national dates on request.

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 North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Friday, November 6:  JAI UTTAL at Manzanita Place (Elks Lodge, Chico);

~~Sunday, November 8:  THE DUHKS at Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts., Chico). Juno Award winning and Grammy nominated musicians;  

~~Friday, November 20, 7:30 PM:  PO'Girl;  special guest Rita Hosking;  at the Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts).  Down-hearted blues from a jazz speakeasy collides with poetic urban grit.....PO' GIRL will delight your senses! 

Local Davis talent, Rita Hosking, will be making her first Chico appearance this evening.  Rita's songs have been lauded for story and sense of place, and her performances praised for capturing the audience. Honors include winner of the '08 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest at the Sisters Folk Festival & alternate finalist #1 for the '09 Telluride Troubadour Contest.   

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  November 7,    2 PM  -   5 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, November 14,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Wednesday, October 21,   7 PM - 9  PM:  At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue  and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 West  8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn right  into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, October 24,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NOTE NEW TIME and  NO SLOW JAM since that will occur at the Wednesday  night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Vague Malaise (Bill Unger, Rebekah Snow and Brice Creighton) will be playing at the following venues in October:  

~~Thursday, October 22, 7 PM - 9 PM:  Café Flo, 365 E. 6th St,  Chico;

~~Saturday, October 24, Noon - 1:30 PM: Has Beans Creekside, 1080 Humboldt in Chico: 

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Friday, October 23,  5:30 PM :    Butte Environmental Council's Birthday Bash and Fundraiser for the Annual Endangered Species Faire at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Old Nord Ave. -- off W. East Ave., Chico). The evening will feature a delicious dinner prepared by David Guzzetti, a no host bar, a community information fair, a silent auction and the very best in new local music. Doors open at 5:30, dinner at 6.  MaMUSE opens the evening, followed by LUKE BYRON & THE DELIVERY BOYS.  Be sure to bring your dancing shoes!

Price: single $25; pair tickets $40; student ticket $15; kids 12 & under $10.   

To RSVP or more info please contact the Butte Environmental Council,  530.891.6424 or staff@becnet.org.

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Friday, October 30,  7 PM:  Halloween dance with MUMBO GUMBO at the Birdhouse, www.birdhouseconcerts.com ;  $25 at the door.   Costume required.  Please RSVP at the website or contact David or Kerry at 530-893-9571.  Kerry Eldridge,  14629 Blackberry Road,  Forest Ranch, CA  95942.  kerrysspot@yahoo.com . 

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Thursday, November 5,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, November 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Saturday, November 14,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

~~Monday, October 26: RONNIE BAKER BROOKS BAND -- blues;

~~Tuesday, November 3:  The CHERRYHOLMES - -bluegrass super family group;

~~Sunday, November 15:  The SKYLINERS  --big band dance event;

~~Monday, November 23:  KELLER WILLIAMS -- one man band.

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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar indoor concert series:

~~Saturday, October 24:  BEARFOOT --Anchorage, AK's hot new string band, $18:

~~Friday, October 30:  JOHN WORT HANNAM -- award-winning singer/songwriter from Alberta, Canada, $15;

~~Friday, November 20: DANA & SUSAN ROBINSON -- mountain music & songs of rural American from Asheville, NC,  $15;

~~Friday, December 4:  PATRICK LANDEZA & FRIENDS -- holiday celebration with one of Hawaii's legendary slack key masters,  $18;

~~Friday, January 22:  ROMA -- Redding's own Gypsy Jazz legends,  $18;

~~Friday March 12:  BILL EVANS & MEGAN LYNCH -- Redding native Lynch comes home with banjo master Evans,  $15;

~~Saturday, March 20:  STACEY EARLE & MARK STUART -- duo's farewell tour,  $15.

More info at Bernie's (3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 530-223-2040;  Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. October calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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From Gordy the Banjo-ologist:  PBS program "Barefoot Musicologist" will be broadcast November 18, 20 and 22nd within Northern California by KVIE Channel 6  Sacramento, and Southern Oregon Public Television, Medford. Other national dates on request.

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 North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Friday, November 20, 7:30 PM:  PO'Girl;  special guest Rita Hoskings;  at the Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts).  Down-hearted blues from a jazz speakeasy collides with poetic urban grit.....PO' GIRL will delight your senses! 

Local Davis talent, Rita Hosking, will be making her first Chico appearance this evening.  Rita's songs have been lauded for story and sense of place, and her performances praised for capturing the audience. Honors include winner of the '08 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest at the Sisters Folk Festival & alternate finalist #1 for the '09 Telluride Troubadour Contest.   

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  October 3,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, October 10,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Wednesday, October 21,   7 PM - 9  PM:  At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is going to move to the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue  and from 7 to 9:00 pm.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 West  8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th AVenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn LEFT into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, October 24,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NOTE NEW TIME and  THERE IS NO SLOW JAM TODAY  since that will occur at the Wednesday  night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Thursday, October 1, 7 PM :    Eliza Gilkyson (with special guest) at the Birdhouse, www.birdhouseconcerts.com ;  $20 at the door.   Please RSVP at the website or contact David or Kerry

530-893-9571.  Kerry Eldridge,  14629 Blackberry Road,  Forest Ranch, CA  95942.  kerrysspot@yahoo.com . 

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RUBY HOLLOW is Jo Chavez,  David Bilinski, Alice Peake, & David Cowan.

~~1....@ Cafe Flo this Thursday, Oct 1,   7pm to 9 or so.  Come hear some originals, some "old" tunes, some new tunes.  
2......@ Paradise Johnny Appleseed Days Fest on Sunday, Oct 4...12 Noon-1pm.......@ the Paradise Intermediate School;   
3.......@ Touch of Chico behind the Elks Lodge on Manzanita Place, Sunday, October 4 @ 5:15 PM - 5:45 PM. This is a fund raiser  for KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio.    

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Thursday,October 1,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, October 9,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Saturday, October 10,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

~~Tuesday, October 6:  The DEL McCOURY BAND; 

~~Monday, October 12:  The SUBDUDES. 

1-3 PM- Upper Ridge Blues Society All Stars;   

3-4:15 PM Amy Celeste Band;  

4:30-5:45 PM-Eyewitness Blues;  

6-7:30 PM-Saphire Soul;  

7:45-9 PM- Rube and the Rhythm Rockers. 

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From Gordy the Banjo-ologist:  PBS program "Barefoot Musicologist" will be broadcast November 18, 20 and 22nd within Northern California by KVIE Channel 6  Sacramento, and Southern Oregon Public Television, Medford. Other national dates on request.

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Tuesday - Sunday, October 15 - 18:  California Bluegrass Association Fall Campout and yearly meeting to be held at the Colusa County Fairgrounds. A full weekend of jamming, socializing, Friday night spaghetti feed (advance reservations required) to benefit the Kids on Bluegrass program, KOB concert during dinnner, followed by a non-ticketed concert by the JAMES KING BAND (donations will be solicited that evening). The CBA elections for the board of directors will take place on Saturday; dessert potluck that evening. CBA Board meeting will be held on Sunday.  Come play music, meet friends and future friends, and enjoy life.  RV camping rates are $25 per night; tent camping is $10 per night.  More info by checking the campout link on the CBA web site at www.cbaontheweb.org . 

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 North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Friday, November 20, 7:30 PM:  PO'Girl;  special guest Rita Hoskings;  at the Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts).  Down-hearted blues from a jazz speakeasy collides with poetic urban grit.....PO' GIRL will delight your senses! 

Local Davis talent, Rita Hosking, will be making her first Chico appearance this evening.  Rita's songs have been lauded for story and sense of place, and her performances praised for capturing the audience. Honors include winner of the '08 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest at the Sisters Folk Festival & alternate finalist #1 for the '09 Telluride Troubadour Contest.   

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  October 3,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, September 12,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Wednesday, September 16, 7 PM - 9  PM:  At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is going to move to the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue  and from 7 to 9:00 pm.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 West  8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th AVenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn LEFT into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

----------------------------------------------------

Saturday, September 26,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NOTE NEW TIME and  THERE IS NO SLOW JAM TODAY  since that will occur at the Wednesday  night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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RUBY HOLLOW is Jo Chavez,  David Bilinski, Alice Peake, & David Cowan.

~~Thursday,  September 10,  7 PM:    RUBY HOLLOW plays at Cafe Flo (around the corner from the Pageant Theatre;     

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Saturday, September 12,  7:30 PM:  Laura Cortese  (When Laura finishes her Nor Cal tour she is heading to the Monterey Jazz Festival to play fiddle in Pete Seeger's band for his 90th Birthday Tour!);  guitarist, singer, and songwriter Jefferson Hamer;   Matt Maikowski not only plays Bass but serves as one of Pete Seeger's sound engineers;  and Paul Jennings has long been considered one of Scotland's top percussionists, playing drumset as well as an array of percussion and hand drums including Cajon, Darabuka, Djembe, congas and electronics.

Doors will open at 7PM with the music around 7:30PM. Bring a blanket or low chair. Ride your bike or park at In Motion Fitness and walk over to limit the impact to our neighbors. We will have some refreshments so bring a few bucks to help with the cost.   Tickets $10 at Pullins Cyclery  (801 Main St or (530) 342-1055).   All the money from ticket and CD sales will go to the artists!

Steve O'Bryan  house is at 1187 Manchester Road. From East 5th Ave take Manchester to the south and from East 1st Ave head north on Kentfield and then west on Manchester.

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Saturday, September 12:   Bound to Ride (bluegrass band)  at the Anderson Marsh 4^th Annual “Old Time Bluegrass Festival” in Lower Lake, CA.  Bound to Ride performs at 12 Noon and 3:40 PM.  There will be many very entertaining performers as well as great vendors, art and historical displays, food, wine and beer gardens, and instrument workshops.   You can find directions, ticket prices, and information on accommodations at:  www.andersonmarsh.org/Bluegrass/AMIA-Bluegrass.htm 

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Thursday,October 1,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, September 11,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Saturday, September 12,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

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Chico Performances presents

September 18, 19, & 20:  The 16th annual Chico World Music Festival at CSU, Chico.

A kick-off performance by Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis on Friday evening in Laxson Auditorium (get tickets at the box office or online).

• FREE daytime performances on Saturday & Sunday
• FREE art classes by Chico Art Center instructors
• FREE children's crafts by the Museum of Anthropology
• Crafts from around the world
• International food booths
• FREE Daytime activities and performances: Laxson Auditorium, Kendall Hall Lawns, and Taylor Recital Hall in the P.A.C.
• Friday evening performance in Laxson Auditorium

At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

~~Monday, September 14:  SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS and LOS STRAITJACKETS; 

~~Tuesday, October 6:  The DEL McCOURY BAND; 

~~Monday, October 12:  The SUBDUDES. 

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Sunday, September 20,  7 PM:  Glenn Yarbrough concert at the Paradise Performing Arts Center.  Glenn will be performing in his final Pacific Northwest Tour before retiring to Mexico with his wife Kathleen.  He will be accompanied by the Havenstock River Band which is something to hear all on it's own.  Also, special guests "Horizon", a fantastic group from Sacramento will do a surprise open for Glenn.  Patrons best get there  by 6:30 PM to hear all the music. .

More information on Glenn's website at http://glennyarbrough.com and on ours at http://rainierconcerts.com/glennyarbroughconcerts.cfm 

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Friday, October 9, 7:30 PM and Sunday, October 11, 2 PM:  THICK & THIN ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL at the Chico Women's Club (592 E. 3rd St., corner of E. 3rd & Pine).  $10 at the door.   Roots music -- songs of working, dreaming & celebration. A big acoustic sandwich of 5 voices and 15 instruments; 4 & 5 string banjos, guitar, slide-guitar, cell-mandolin, mandolin, violin, viola, bass, concertina, accordion, bodran, ukulele, spoons & more.  Musicians are Gordy Ohliger, Pamela Kather, Jim Williams, David Longaker, John Glick.  Details & interview -- gordoh@aol.com  or 530-891-3354. 

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 North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Friday, November 20, 7:30 PM:  PO'Girl;  special guest Rita Hoskings;  at the Chico Women's Club (3rd & Pine Sts).  Down-hearted blues from a jazz speakeasy collides with poetic urban grit.....PO' GIRL will delight your senses! 

Local Davis talent, Rita Hosking, will be making her first Chico appearance this evening.  Rita's songs have been lauded for story and sense of place, and her performances praised for capturing the audience. Honors include winner of the '08 Dave Carter Memorial Songwriting Contest at the Sisters Folk Festival & alternate finalist #1 for the '09 Telluride Troubadour Contest.   

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  September 5,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, September 12,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Tuesday, August 18, 7 PM - 8 PM:  Very first SLOW JAM at the Acoustic College  from 7pm to 8pm.  This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA.  The address is 932 East 8th Avenue in Chico.  Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto E. 8th AVenue.  Just past the second roundabout, turn LEFT into the the driveway of the parking lot.  Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College.  We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs.  I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included.  (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.)  Coffee (decaf) provided.  This will be an every "third Tuesday" event!

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Saturday, August 22,  2 PM  -  4:45 PM:  (NOTE NEW TIME and  THERE IS NO SLOW JAM TODAY  since that will occur at the Tuesday night event.)  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Friday, August 21,  7 PM - 8:30 PM :   MOSSY CREEK  will be playing at the Concert in the Park in Downtown Plaza.  Bring a chair, something cold to drink (no glass or alcohol allowed) and your friends and join us for this Chico tradition.

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Saturday, August 22, 3 PM to ????:  Come see a bunch of great local music and help support the cause of keeping local music alive in Chico and Paradise.   
3:00 Vague Malaise / swing & more; 
4:00 Shopta Loka / low-key melodic music;

5 PM  People On the Moon/ classic acoustic rock;

6 PM   Rock Creek Jug Band/ Chico's only jug-less jug band; 

8:00 Wicked Honey / heavy bluesy rock; 
9:00 Bare Bones / grunge rock;  

10 PM  Intangible Animal/  indy pop jazz rock;

11:00 Perpetual Drifters / americana rock; 

12:30 AM  Nobody's Nuthin/  diabolical booty shaking beets.  

$5.00 Cover at  Creekside Cantina (1871 Skyway, Paradise).  For more information or directions call bob at (530) 228-2963.  Food will be available at affordable prices. 

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Thursday, September 3,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

Friday, September 11,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

http://www.pogirl.net

http://www.ritahosking.com
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Chico Performances presents:
More info at www.csuchico.edu/artscalendar  or 530-898-6333.  Tickets go on sale July 1 for the upcoming season. 
-----------------------------------------------
Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. July calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
------------------------------------------------
Saturday, September 12,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

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Friday thru Sunday,  August 21 -- 23:  The Golden Old Time Camp-Out at the Mendocino Fairgrounds, Booneville, CA. 

The camp will be located  with plenty of space and trees for shade. Food will be sold on the grounds, or you can bring your own, plus it's a very short walk to grocery stores, great local cafes and restaurants. BYO shelter: tents, and camping vehicles.  -------   There will be no scheduled performances, but we'll have workshops, jams, partying and a square dance on Saturday night --- the Sat. PM dance will be open to the public so that the locals can come and enjoy the fun. ------  This new event is sponsored by the California Bluegrass Association, together with the Sonoma County Folk Society and the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention.  ------    Karen Celia Heil is the BOTMC ringleader for this event -- you know her amazing fiddle, guitar, singing and bass playing from her work with the Knuckle Knockers and the Creole Belles. You can reach Karen at boonville@berkeleyoldtimemusic.org.

--------Cost, including camping and Sat. PM dance admission is: $50 for all 3 days.  Drop-in one day pass (no overnight) is $20.  Admission to the Saturday night square dance is$10.  Full RV hookups available at $10 per day.  Bring the family -- kids 12 and under admitted free -- parents are responsible for supervising their own children.

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September 10 - 13:  Berkeley Old Time Music Convention.  (website is: http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org ). Maybe your band wants to come to Boonville to get warmed up for the big String Band Contest on Sept. 12....

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  August 1,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, August 8,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, July  25,  2 PM  -  5:30  PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. 
~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. 
~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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RUBY HOLLOW gigs:

~~Friday, July 24, 7:30 PM;   at Cafe Flo;   

~~Friday, July 31, 5 PM;  at  Chapman Farmer's Market.  Come and visit us!!

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Friday to Sunday, July 24 to 26:  24th SIERRA STORYTELLING FESTIVAL at the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center ( 17894 Tyler Foote Rd., Nevada City, CA,  530-265-2826).  Featuring workshops and storytelling by Geri Keams, Brenda Wong Aoki, Milbre Burch, Baba Jamal Koram, Patrick Ball, and Izzi Tooinsky.  Starts Friday at 1 PM.  Saturday & Sunday starts at 9:30 AM.   More info at  ncscc@nccn.net.

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Thursday, August 6,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

MUSIC-BY-THE-LAKE Concerts: 

~~Saturday, August 8,  6:30 PM to 8 PM:  Klezbillies  --  Traditional Jewish music with bluegrass.

2009 Music By The Lake Concerts – These lakeside concerts are open to the public for no charge at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  894-6854. 

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Monday, August 17,  7 PM : Rudolph Valentino’s, The Son Of The Sheik (silent film),   will be presented by and accompanied by Keith Taylor, virtuoso pianist.  Keith has graciously agreed to add this Chico gig to part of his Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival tour.  The general public is invited for no charge;  instead donations are welcome for the Alzheimer’s Association.  Performance in the Main Lobby.  There will be fresh popcorn!  Information:  The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico (530) 894-5429.

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Friday, August 14,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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August 14 -16th: The Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival will be jumping with sparkling solo sets, the festival extravaganza concerts, mixed sets featuring the talents of several festival artists, Silent Movie Night with Frederick Hodges and Keith Taylor, plus good music spilling into the After Hours sessions where there is always a surprise player or two.  Multiple venues to choose from.   www.suttercreekragtime.com   

209 223-0867. 

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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

http://www.pogirl.net

http://www.ritahosking.com
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Chico Performances presents:
More info at www.csuchico.edu/artscalendar  or 530-898-6333.  Tickets go on sale July 1 for the upcoming season. 
-----------------------------------------------
Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. July calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
------------------------------------------------
Saturday, August 8,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building is happening the second Saturday of each month.

---------------------------------------------------- 

August 21 -- 23:  The Golden Old Time Camp-Out at the Mendocino Fairgrounds, Booneville, CA. 

The camp will be located  with plenty of space and trees for shade. Food will be sold on the grounds, or you can bring your own, plus it's a very short walk to grocery stores, great local cafes and restaurants. BYO shelter: tents, and camping vehicles.  -------   There will be no scheduled performances, but we'll have workshops, jams, partying and a square dance on Saturday night --- the Sat. PM dance will be open to the public so that the locals can come and enjoy the fun. ------  This new event is sponsored by the California Bluegrass Association, together with the Sonoma County Folk Society and the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention.  ------    Karen Celia Heil is the BOTMC ringleader for this event -- you know her amazing fiddle, guitar, singing and bass playing from her work with the Knuckle Knockers and the Creole Belles. You can reach Karen at boonville@berkeleyoldtimemusic.org.

--------Cost, including camping and Sat. PM dance admission is: $50 for all 3 days.  Drop-in one day pass (no overnight) is $20.  Admission to the Saturday night square dance is$10.  Full RV hookups available at $10 per day.  Bring the family -- kids 12 and under admitted free -- parents are responsible for supervising their own children.

---------------------------------------------

September 10 - 13:  Berkeley Old Time Music Convention.  (website is: http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org ). Maybe your band wants to come to Boonville to get warmed up for the big String Band Contest on Sept. 12....

--------------------------------------------------
KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday,  August 1,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, July 11,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
------------------------------------------------------

----------------------------------------------------

Saturday, July  25,  2 PM  -  5:30  PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. ~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. ~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Friday, July 17, 7:30  PM:  MONROE CROSSING, a highly entertaining and musically unique bluegrass band from Minnesota, will be playing at Chico Cafe Culture (931 W. 5th St., Chico).  You won't want to miss this bluegrass band.  Opening for them in Chico's own MOSSY CREEK.  Doors open at 7 PM;  show starts at 7:30 PM.  Advance tickets are $12-- and $15 at the door (available at Cafe Culture). For more info call Greg at 345-6045;  website   www.chicocafeculture.com .

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Thursday, August 6,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

MUSIC-BY-THE-LAKE Concerts: 

~~Saturday, July 11,    7 PM to 8:30 PM:  Mossy Creek --   Outstanding bluegrass;

~~Saturday, August 8,  6:30 PM to 8 PM:  Klezbillies  --  Traditional Jewish music with bluegrass.

2009 Music By The Lake Concerts – These lakeside concerts are open to the public for no charge at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  894-6854. 

----------------------------------------------------------------
Friday, August 14,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Thursday thru Sunday, July 16 thru 19:  13th Annual California World Fest at the Nevada Co. Fairgrounds, Grass Valley. 8 stages of music with children's programs, workshops, dance, artisans, food, and camping.

Music by Los Lobos, Tommy Emmanuel, Joe Craven, Gordy Ohliger, Jackie Greene & Tim Bluhm, Del Castillo and more. Advance tickets start at $39; info at  www.worldfest.net . 

----------------------------------------------------------
At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

---------------------------------------------------- 

Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19:  6th Annual SCOTT VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Etna, CA.  Featured bands are Monroe Crossing,   IIIrd Generation,  Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising,  Mossy Creek, and The Wintons.  For info call 530-467-4144 or check website at www.scottvalleybluegrass.com .  Online tickets available now.  Music is in the city park surrounded by dry camping for RVs, trailers, and tents -- or stay at one of the lodging businesses or the new RV park approx.  3/4 mile from park. 

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--------------------------------------------------
KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

NO JAM THIS SATURDAY///National holiday -- venue will be closed.

Saturday,  July 4,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, July 11,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
------------------------------------------------------

----------------------------------------------------

Saturday, June 27,  2 PM  -  5:30  PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. ~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. ~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Saturday, June 27, 8 PM:   THE CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT at the 1078 GALLERY (Broadway between between 9th & 10th Sts., Chico).  $5.00 at the door.  There is  a great line-up of some favorite players - Chris Wolf, Chris Wenger, John Mahoney and Matt Fish.  A new name is added to the line-up as well.  A good friend and fine local player, Mark Lund will be performing in the space for the first time.  Then to top it off, Chris Wenger and John will be teaming up to play some duets on the show. 

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Friday thru Sunday, June 26 - 28:  WILD MOUNTAIN FAIRE at Lake Concow Campground. Many musical acts plus camping and jamming.  Off Hwy 70, take the Concow turn off. Follow the signs. $15 day use per person, kids under 10 free, $50 per person for 3 days of camping.  Some of the featured musicians are Spark 'n' Cinder, Dog Named Blue, Dave Elke Trio, Pub Scouts, Buckwheat Bob with Mudcreek Kenny, and more.  Info at 533-8320.

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Thursday, July 2,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?  Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We have some extra books to lend.  Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

MUSIC-BY-THE-LAKE Concerts: 

~~Saturday, July 11,    7 PM to 8:30 PM:  Mossy Creek --   Outstanding bluegrass;

~~Saturday, August 8,  6:30 PM to 8 PM:  Klezbillies  --  Traditional Jewish music with bluegrass.

2009 Music By The Lake Concerts – These lakeside concerts are open to the public for no charge at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  894-6854. 

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Friday, July 10,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Friday, July 17, 7 PM:  MONROE CROSSING, a highly entertaining and musically unique bluegrass band from Minnesota, will be playing at Chico Cafe Culture (931 W. 5th St., Chico).  You won't want to miss this bluegrass band.  Opening for them in Chico's own MOSSY CREEK.  Doors open at 6:30 PM (but check with Cafe Culture to make sure).  Advance tickets are $12 and $15 at the door (available at Cafe Culture). For more info call Greg at 345-6045;  website   www.chicocafeculture.com .

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Thursday thru Sunday, July 16 thru 19:  13th Annual California World Fest at the Nevada Co. Fairgrounds, Grass Valley. 8 stages of music with children's programs, workshops, dance, artisans, food, and camping.

Music by Los Lobos, Tommy Emmanuel, Joe Craven, Gordy Ohliger, Jackie Greene & Tim Bluhm, Del Castillo and more. Advance tickets start at $39; info at  www.worldfest.net . 

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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada  Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

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Saturday, June 13:  Ruby Hollow Band (Dave Cowan, Jo Chavez, Alice Peake, David Bilinski) playing HOT POGO FOLK MUSIC!!!  at  Patrick Ranch Festival in Durham.......around 12 noonish on the stage.

~~Saturday (or perhaps Sunday) June 27 or 28 (we'll let you know!)  @ the Concow Wild Mountain Faire. 
Come on out for that wild Hot Pogo Folk Music!!! 

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Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19:  6th Annual SCOTT VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Etna, CA.  Featured bands are Monroe Crossing,  Carrie Hassler & Hard Rain,  IIIrd Generation,  Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising,  Mossy Creek, and The Wintons.  For info call 530-467-4144 or check website at www.scottvalleybluegrass.com .  Online tickets available now.  Music is in the city park surrounded by dry camping for RVs, trailers, and tents -- or stay at one of the lodging businesses or the new RV park and 3/4 mile from park. 

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday,  June 6,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month  at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 13,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 27,  2 PM  -  5:30  PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. ~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. ~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. 

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Bill & Rebekah will be playing swing tunes at the following:

~~Saturday, June 6, 11 AM:  at Cafe Mondo (951 Nord #1).   Join us on Saturday morning for some coffee and snacks.  (Head west on Sacramento Ave. toward Nord. Straight ahead you'll see Cafe Mondo.)

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MAKE IT SO band will be playing  on

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Friday, June 12,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Thursday, July 2,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?   Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that  meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Saturday & Sunday, June 13 & 14; music 9 AM to 3:30 PM:   Patrick Ranch Threshing Bee (on the Midway between Chico & Durham) with  many of your local favorites playing throughout both days.  Saturday will feature Tony Crispino, Unger & Snow, Fiddle Students, Fine Red kWine, Ruby Hollow Band, Wilpolt & Friends, Nancy Pyle, & Drewsmuse.  Musicians on Sunday include Crispino, No-name Still, Michael Springer, David Bilinski, Rainbow Ranch, Rock Creek Jug Band, Wild Mountaineers, & Brice Creighton. $5 entrance fee to the faire.  

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Saturday, June 13:  Ruby Hollow Band (Dave Cowan, Jo Chavez, Alice Peake, David Bilinski) playing HOT POGO FOLK MUSIC!!!  at  Patrick Ranch Festival in Durham.......around 12 noonish on the stage.

~~Sunday June 14 @ Cafe Flo  5:30 PM: 

~~Thursday June 25  @ Cafe Flo 7:30 PM;

~~Saturday (or perhaps Sunday) June 27 or 28 (we'll let you know!)  @ the Concow Wild Mountain Faire. 
Come on out for that wild Hot Pogo Folk Music!!! 

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Thanks to all the musicians, volunteers, vendors, and supporters who made the Butte Folk Music Society HOMEGROWN MUSIC FESTIVAL a wonderful event!!!!  Thanks!!!!

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday, June 6 Noon  to  Sunday, June 7 Noon:  9th BFMS Campout at the Holland Lake Concow Campground at 12967 Concow Rd.(5 miles north of Hwy 70).  Come share the music and the fun. Bring food to contribute to a Mexican food potluck in the evening.  Day use is $5 per vehicle; overnight is $15 per vehicle.  Campground has potable water and pit toilets but no hookups. For more info contact Laurel at 530-370-3335  or veraloe@gotsky.com .

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Saturday,  June 2,    2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, June 13,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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BLUEGRASS JAM & BARBEQUE:  Saturday, May 30, 3 PM -- 6 PM:  Bluegrass Jam for musicians and listeners. Everyone welcome. Location is 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico (next to California Park Lake). Besides the free jam there will also be a delicious BBQ provided by The Terraces from 5 PM - 6 PM for a cost of $5 (including ribs, salads, & dessert).  Sodas and waters also available for purchase. This is an all-family event co-sponsored by the California Bluegrass Association and The Terraces. More info: Lucy Smith at 894-1449.

~~~NOW, I need a little help.  Is there is anyone out there who can bring a good sized ice chest?  If so, please email or call me, Lucy Smith, at 530-894-1449.

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Saturday, May 30, 6 PM -- 8 PM:  The Crawlers will be at Mug Shots Coffee House (2040 Montgomery St.,  Oroville).  The Crawlers - Doug Love, Brian Burtenshaw, Dave Houser and Gary Wise - pickin' and singin' for your enjoyment...P.S. we're hoping for a guest appearance from Zach Mundy, fiddler extraordinaire, always a treat.

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Message from Coopers Bluff Concerts: 

Saturday, May 30:  Grand opening of the new location for the store "Made in Chico".  New location is on 3rd St. between Main & Broadway next to the candy/ice cream store.  
~~The musical lineup that day is:
11:00am    Holly Taylor (a wonderful jazz duo);
1:00pm      Coopers Bluff (We will be joined by Victor Mlotok on Accordion and Bob Paugh on Blues harp); 
3:00pm      Mossy Creek; 

5:00pm      Mike Comfort (a wonderful singer/songwriter). 

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Bill & Rebekah will be playing swing tunes at the following:

~~Sunday, May 31st from 3PM --4 PM at Cafe Flo.  The food there is great, so you may want to come hungry.

~~Monday, June 1st, 5 PM -- 6 PM:   at The Shack (on 8th street, just west of the tracks and right before Walnut/Nord., Coffee from Alaska, an interesting and diverse menu. 

~~Saturday, June 6, 11 AM:  at Cafe Mondo.   Join us on Saturday morning for some coffee and snacks.  (Head west on Sacramento Ave. toward Nord. Straight ahead you'll see Cafe Mondo.)

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MAKE IT SO band will be playing  on

~~Wed. June 3rd at Studio Inn bar (on Esplanade) 7-9:00pm;

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Friday, June 12,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Thursday, June 4,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun?   Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that  meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Saturday & Sunday, June 13 & 14:   Patrick Ranch Threshing Bee coming up with  many of your local favorites playing throughout the both days.

----------------------------------------------------------

Saturday, June 13:  Ruby Hollow Band (Dave Cowan, Jo Chavez, Alice Peake, David Bilinski) playing HOT POGO FOLK MUSIC!!!  at  Patrick Ranch Festival in Durham.......around 12 noonish on the stage.

~~Sunday June 14 @ Cafe Flo  5:30 PM: 

~~Thursday June 25  @ Cafe Flo 7:30 PM;

~~Saturday (or perhaps Sunday) June 27 or 28 (we'll let you know!)  @ the Concow Wild Mountain Faire. 
Come on out for that wild Hot Pogo Folk Music!!! 

-------------------------------------------------
KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
------------------------------------------------------
Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
------------------------------------------
Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday, May 16, Noon to 10 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society HOMEGROWN MUSIC FESTIVAL featuring an array of top-notch area talent on 2 stages at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave. -- Old Nord Hwy, Chico). Featured musicians are HORSE SENSE, THE PUB SCOUTS, BELTAIN, THE CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT, HOLLY TAYLOR & ERIC PETER, RAINBOW RANCH, PETER BERKOW & TRICIA MICHAELS GORDY OHLIGER & FRIENDS, ROCK CREEK JUG BAND,  STEVE JOHNSON, LAUREL PAULSON-PIERCE, JASON CONLEY, and MICHAEL SPRINGER.  The day will end with a dance played by MUDCREEK KENNY & THE STUMPJUMPERZ. .   Tickets at $7 available at the door; ages 14 & under free. Food and beverages available all day at the festival.  Information at 530-895-1952 or www.bfms.freeservers.com.  Come enjoy the music!!
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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday, June 6 Noon  to  Sunday, June 7 Noon:  9th BFMS Campout at the Holland Lake Concow Campground at 12967 Concow Rd.(5 miles north of Hwy 70).  Come share the music and the fun. Bring food to contribute to a Mexican food potluck in the evening.  Day use is $5 per vehicle; overnight is $15 per vehicle.  Campground has potable water and pit toilets but no hookups. For more info contact Laurel at 530-370-3335  or veraloe@gotsky.com .

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Saturday,  June 2,    2 PM  -   5 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
----------------------------------
Saturday, June 13,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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BLUEGRASS JAM ALERT.....the 4th Saturday Bluegrass Jam at Augie's on MAY 23 falls on Memorial Day Weekend.  Many of us will be out of town that weekend, so I'm using the opportunity to have our first OUTDOOR BLUEGRASS JAM AND BBQ the NEXT Saturday, May 30.  The Sierra Sunrise Terraces has offered to let us have the beautiful grassy area next to California Park Lake for our May Jam.  They will provide chairs, picnic tables, a shade structure, and a tasty BBQ dinner for a very reasonable fee.  There is plenty of parking, and I will provide more information later.  Note:  The Outdoor Bluegrass Jam and BBQ will happen IN LIEU OF the Augie's jam, just for the month of May.  Please call if I have thoroughly confused you--530-894-1449. 

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MAKE IT SO band will be playing  on Wed. June 3rd at Studio Inn bar (on Esplanade) 7-9:00pm;

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Friday, June 12,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 
Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Thursday, June 4,  2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun? A new Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Friday,  May 22 to Sunday, May 24:   The Ragtime Corners in Sacramento.  This is an official part of the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, but no badge is needed. Ragtime musicians will be entertaining for NO CHARGE in the Golden State Room, Mezzanine level of the Hyatt Hotel at 1201 L Street (across from the capitol) and the Convention Center Lobby, 13th Street side.   

HYATT HOTEL:  Friday’s ragtime music is from 4 to 10 PM.  Saturday and Sunday’s ragtime is performed from 1 to 10pm. 

CONVENTION CENTER:  Ragtime music will be from 1 to 5 PM all three days.

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Saturday, June 13,  6:30 PM -- 10 PM:  Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building is happening the second Saturday of each month.

---------------------------------------------------- 
KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

-----------------------------------------------
U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
----------------------------------------------------------
Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Call for volunteers: If you can give 3 hours of your time on Saturday, May 16, to help at the Butte Folk Music Society Homegrown Music Festival, please email soon with your name and phone number to novakd42@gmail.com with a "yes I can volunteer" in the subject line. If you have some time to volunteer for that project but not on that day, please email also as we have jobs that need to be fulfilled before the event.
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Saturday, May 16, Noon to 10 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society HOMEGROWN MUSIC FESTIVAL featuring an array of top-notch area talent on 2 stages at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave. -- Old Nord Hwy, Chico). Featured musicians are HORSE SENSE, THE PUB SCOUTS, BELTAIN, THE CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT, HOLLY TAYLOR & ERIC PETER, RAINBOW RANCH, PETER BERKOW & TRICIA MICHAELS GORDY OHLIGER & FRIENDS, JASON CONLEY, and MICHAEL SPRINGER.  The day will end with a dance played by MUDCREEK KENNY & THE STUMPJUMPERZ. .   Tickets at $7 available at the door; ages 14 & under free. Food and beverages available all day at the festival.  Information at 530-895-1952 or www.bfms.freeservers.com.
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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.
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Saturday,  May 2,    2 PM  -   5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, May 9,  2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Monday, May 4,   7 PM - 9 PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Cafe Culture (931 West 5th Street in Chico).  This is at Cedar St. & 5th, right across from the train station.   It's a nice venue, and a smaller group of musicians than at our monthly jam.  Thanks to Greg Fletcher for allowing us to play there.  Please join us--playing or just listening.  This is a WEEKLY jam.
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Friday, May 1, 7 PM - 8:30 PM:  MAKE IT SO band will be playing at Grilla Bites Restaurant

(196 Cohasset Rd. behind Golden Valley Bank).  $2 cover at the door.

Other dates you should know about:

Sat. May 2nd Artisan's Fair 12:45 and 3:15 at the Chico City Plaza; 

Wed. June 3rd at Studio Inn bar (on Esplanade) 7-9:00pm;

Sat. June 20th Music By The Lake (on the lawn behind The Terraces) 7-8:30pm,   2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace 

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Sunday, May 3, Noon -    : Orland Evangelical Free Church invites the community to another Cowboy Sunday family outing at the Verboom Ranch (6058 County Rd. 11, Orland).  Cowboy Sunday 2009 will include a tri-tip barbeque, a junior rodeo for the kids to participate in, horseback rides and a petting zoo of farm animals. 

Friday,  May 22 to Sunday, May 24:   The Ragtime Corners in Sacramento.  This is an official part of the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, but no badge is needed. Ragtime musicians will be entertaining for NO CHARGE in the Golden State Room, Mezzanine level of the Hyatt Hotel at 1201 L Street (across from the capitol) and the Convention Center Lobby, 13th Street side.   

HYATT HOTEL:  Friday’s ragtime music is from 4 to 10pm.  Saturday and Sunday’s ragtime is performed from 1 to 10pm. 

CONVENTION CENTER:  Ragtime music will be from 1 to 5pm all three days.

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips.  The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records,  all the proceeds will go to the benefit!.  You can call them at  1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
------------------------------------
Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at  http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise  .
-------------------------------------------
~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

 

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society,  530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Call for volunteers: If you can give 3 hours of your time on Saturday, May 16, to help at the Butte Folk Music Society Homegrown Music Festival, please email soon with your name and phone number to novakd42@gmail.com with a "yes I can volunteer" in the subject line. If you have some time to volunteer for that project but not on that day, please email also as we have jobs that need to be fulfilled before the event.

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Saturday, May 16, Noon to 10 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society HOMEGROWN MUSIC FESTIVAL featuring an array of top-notch area talent on 2 stages at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave. -- Old Nord Hwy, Chico). The day will end with a dance played by a popular local band. Catering by David Guzzetti.  More information to follow. Tickets available at the door.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday,  April 4, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, March 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. 
~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. 
~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Monday, March 30, 7 PM - 9 PM:  Bluegrass Jam at Cafe Culture (931 West 5th Street in Chico).  This is at Cedar St. & 5th, right across from the train station.  At last Monday's jam, we had the thrill of the freight train rumbling past.  So cool!  It's a nice venue, and a smaller group of musicians than at our monthly jam.  Thanks to Greg Fletcher for allowing us to play there.  Please join us--playing or just listening.  This is a WEEKLY jam.

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Saturday, March 28, 8 PM:  Stumpjumperz will be playing at Has Beans (5th St. at Main, Chico). 8:00 Come celebrate.

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Saturday, March 28, 6 PM - 9 PM:  Fusion Jazz at the Italian Garden (6929 Skyway, Paradise). Join WOTEVER BAND members Terry Smith (keyboards), Bill Such (drums), Chuck Terry (guitar), and Gary Dunsmore (bass) with guest Jonathan Arthur.  

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Saturday, March 28, 7 PM:  DAVID BILINSKI BAND playing at Cafe Flo (just around the corner from The Pageant Theatre, Chico.

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Saturday, April 4, 7 PM:  Jerry Zybach Duo with Mark Hummel at the Birdhouse Concerts. 
Bring your dancin shoes!  www.birdhouseconcerts.com or 893-9571 for RSVP.  Kerry Eldridge (14629 Blackberry Road, Forest Ranch, CA  95942;  kerrysspot@yahoo.com

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Friday, April 10,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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Female comedians, storytellers, singers, dancers, poets and musicians of all ages are invited to attend auditions for the Chico Women’s Club FIFTH Annual Celebration of Women Evening Performance Showcase April 4th.  Participants should come to auditions prepared with an actual three to five minute performance for the  showcase.
Female artists interested in renting a booth for the April 4th Artisan Faire please call 530-342-2549.
~~The Celebration of Women is an all day event held on Saturday April 4th that encourages Chico community members to appreciate and support local female artists during the all -women artisan faire by day, and the evening performance showcase/ All proceeds from the performance showcase will be donated to community needs via Community Partnership Fund. For information on applying for grant monies from the proceeds go to www.chicowomensclub.net
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Blues News:

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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.

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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!

-----------------------

Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!

Call for volunteers: If you can give 3 hours of your time on Saturday, May 16, to help at the Butte Folk Music Society Homegrown Music Festival, please email soon with your name and phone number to novakd42@gmail.com with a "yes I can volunteer" in the subject line. If you have some time to volunteer for that project but not on that day, please email also as we have jobs that need to be fulfilled before the event.

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Tuesday, March 10, 7 PM:  Butte Folk Music Society Board of Directors meeting at 101 Salem, St., Ste 7, Chico (above Celestino's Pizza).  All welcome, especially members. Three of our newly elected board members-at-large recently resigned, so we are looking volunteers to be appointed to fill out those terms.  One meeting per month and volunteer at whatever jobs you are comfortable with. Major planning for our upcoming Homegrown Music Festival will occupy most of this meeting. More info at 530-895-1952 or email novakd42@aol.com .  

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday,  April 4, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, March 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. ~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. ~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Friday, March 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We’ve had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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Friday, March 13, 7:30 PM (doors open at 6:30): MICHAEL J and THE MIGHTY CASH CATS from Los Angeles at the Chico Elks Lodge (1705 Manzanita Ave., Chico).  This is a Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash revue.  A benefit for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the north Valley and Chico Elks charities. Info at 530-343-5617.  Tickets at Diamond W Western Wear.

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Blues News:

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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.

------------------------------------------

KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!

-----------------------

Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!

Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday,  March 7, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, February 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. 
~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. 
~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Friday, March 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We've had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era's music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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Wednesday, February 18, 7:30 PM:   Sherri Quammen is inviting everyone to come see her band play at Cafe Flo (around the corner from the Pageant Theatre on 6th St .

Notes from Steve O'Bryan: 

~~Saturday February  28: Great young Irish band Grada at the  ARC/Park Tower Pavilion, Chico, ----  a benefit for ARC.  Tickets are $20. You can get yours at the Arc Store or  Pullins Cyclery. 

Thursday, March 5, 2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun? A new Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Jazz events:

~~Thursday, February 19,  6 PM:  groove diggers at Left Coast Pizza. larry peterson -- guitar
jim schmidt -- keyboard; christine lapado -- upright bass; casey schmidt (of red giant) -- drums (subbing for bill tolliver)

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Christine LaPado gigs: 

~~Fridays, February  27, 4 PM - 7 PM:  at Duffy's  with the PUB SCOUTS;
~~Friday, February 20, 8 PM  -- shigemi minetaka & christine lapado at Cafe Flo.

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Blues News:

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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.

------------------------------------------

KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!

-----------------------

Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!

Thursday, February 12, 6:45 PM: Butte Folk Music Society Board of Directors meeting at 101 Salem St. #7 ) upstairs from Celestino's Pizza). All members welcome to attend and help plan future events. For more information call 530-895-1952 or email novakd42@gmail.com

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday,  March 7, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, February 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. 
~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. 
~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Friday, February 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We've had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era's music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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February 14, 6 PM - 10 PM:  3rd Annual Sustainability Ball "Love the Earth Too!" with a 4 Course Vegan dinner by David Guzzetti, Silent Auction, and Live, Local Music.  Tickets available now at Lyon Books (Located at 121 W. 5th St.). Check only please:  $20 Dollars per dinner/Tables Available.  For More Info. Contact Deanna: scdeannad@hotmail.com or call (831) 345-7576.  Park Tower Pavilion,  2040 Park Ave. Chico, CA.   A Benefit Dinner for Each One Teach One, a student led non-profit organization supporting sustainable education and policy. 

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Saturday, February 14, 8 PM:  Celebrate Valentine's Day with Warren and Lynn Haskell who are hosting "Love Stories and Songs" at the Congregational Church, 1190 East First Ave.  There will be 3 sets of couples, all guitar and voice, telling their love story through song and verse with some special surprises along the way.  The cost is $10.00 per couple.   Feel free to bring a dessert to share. 

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Notes from Steve O'Bryan: 

~~Saturday February  28: Great young Irish band Grada at the  Park Tower Pavilion, Chico, ----  a benefit for ARC.

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Thursday,  7 PM at the New Cafe Culture (former location of Golds Gym next to the railroad tracks on 5th street) for  $5 will be a incredible night of poetry featuring COPA, an incredible poet coming to us all the way from St. Louis Missouri.

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Thursday, March 5, 2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun? A new Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Jazz events:

~~Thursday, February 19,  6 PM:  groove diggers at Left Coast Pizza. 

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Christine LaPado gigs: 

~~Fridays, February 6, 13, 27, 4 PM - 7 PM:  at Duffy's  with the PUB SCOUTS;
~~Saturday, February 7,  7 PM:  Chico Grange Hall/contra dance with the STARS OF MUNSTER;  
~~Friday,February 20, 8 PM  -- shigemi minetaka & christine lapado at Cafe Flo.

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Blues News:

--------------------------------

Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.

------------------------------------------

KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!

-----------------------

Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!

Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday,  February 7, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, February 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. ~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. ~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Friday, February 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We've had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era's music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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Notes from Steve O'Bryan: 

~~Saturday February  28: Great young Irish band Grada at the  Park Tower Pavilion, Chico, ----  a benefit for ARC.

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Thursday, February 5, 2009,  7 PM - 9 PM:  Like to sing for fun? A new Rise Up Singing Circle is being organized that will meet the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico).  Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught.  We will have some books to lend.  If you have one, please bring it.  Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Jazz events:

~~Thursday, February 19,  6 PM:  groove diggers at Left Coast Pizza. 

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Christine LaPado gigs: 

~~Fridays, February 6, 13, 27, 4 PM - 7 PM:  at Duffy's  with the PUB SCOUTS;
~~Saturday, February 7,  7 PM:  Chico Grange Hall/contra dance with the STARS OF MUNSTER;  
~~Friday,February 20, 8 PM  -- shigemi minetaka & christine lapado at Cafe Flo.

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Saturday,  February 14, (2nd SATURDAY OF THE MONTH) ,  7 PM - 10 PM :   Chico Contra Dance at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave., old Nord Hwy).  Always live music (this week STARS OF MUNSTER w/Christine LaPado); every dance is taught and called. Admission: $8 (teens half price); $7 with membership. Children 12 and under free with supervising adult. More info at 530-877-2930, Mark or Grace.  NEW ADDITION:  6:30 PM -- fingerfood potluck social before the Chico Contra Dance. 

Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players.  Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.

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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link.  Beginning their 19th year of broadcast!!!!

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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!

Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $15 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email MissSChico@sbcglobal.net.

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Saturday, January 31, 2 PM - 6 PM: Butte Folk Music Society General Membership Meeting, Elections, Potluck and Jam at 1585 East 8th Street, Chico (home of Jewel & Mark).  Butte Folk Music Society members encouraged to attend and cast your vote for new board members.  Bring food to share and your instruments to jam.  This is a BFMS members-only event.

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Saturday,  February 7, 2009,   2 PM  -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month,  2 PM - 5 PM. at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!!  Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!

Saturday, February 28,  2 PM - 5:30 PM at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico):  Bluegrass Jam on the 4th Saturday of the month.  People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us.  People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. 
~~~While the jam will be from 2 to 5:30, the first hour is a SLOW JAM (for those who like to hear and/or play ALL the notes).  Songs will be played at a slow to moderate tempo, and jam etiquette will be discussed. 
~~~~~The regular jam starts at 3 PM.  We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass--  Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands.  Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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25th Annual Cowboy Music and Poetry Gathering will be streaming for your enjoyment.  The Western Folklife Center in Elko, Nevada will be hosting this event Jan 27-31 (and beyond) see www.westernfolklife.org for more info or go to the cybercast round up to see the schedule at http://cybercast.westernfolklife.org/2009/.  Starts on Wednesday, January 27 with Riders in the Sky show
and there will be shows streaming until Sat. Jan. 31.

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Friday, February 13,  6:30 PM:   Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road, Chico, CA.  There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. 

Fans / Performers are invited to enjoy the music of mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era.   This is a special place for showcasing talent.  We've had piano, guitar, mandolin, banjo, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and lots of singing. Fiddle Tunes!  Country!  Bluegrass!  Folk!  Blues!  Cajun!  Boogie-Woogie!  Jazz!  Gypsy Jazz!  Classical!   Performances are held to the 10 minute rule.  Brief historical presentations about the era's music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact:    Bernie or Bob LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com 

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Notes from Steve O'Bryan: 

~~Friday, January 30:  Scottish singer Jim Malcolm at  Grilla Bites, (196 Cohasset Road, Chico).  Doors open 6 PM for dinner with music at 7:30 PM.   Tickets only $10 at Pullins Cyclery (801 Main ST.)  or Grilla Bites  or by calling 530-342 -1055;
~~Saturday February  28: Great young Irish band Grada at the  Park Tower Pavilion, Chico, ----  a benefit for ARC.

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Friday, January 30,  7 PM - 10 PM : Please attend an Intimate Evening Benefit for Theresa Marcis

at Valley Oaks Village Co-housing Community Room. Theresa is a poet and teacher of writing, a friend to many, and a long-time community activist in Chico who has been "dancing on the edge" with cancer. This is a benefit for her spiritual and financial needs. Opening Kirtan/Chant with Zena Juhasz.  Music by John-Michael Sun with Susan Dobra.   Music by MaMuse (Karisha Longaker and Sarah Nutting). Silent auction during breaks.  Seating available but bring a cushion if you'd like to sit on the floor.  Suggested Donation: Sliding Scale, starting at $10.  Directions: Valley Oaks Village Co-housing is off Forest Avenue, between 8th St. and Hwy 32. Turn off Forest onto Wild Oak Lane. Parking is limited—please carpool and park in any uncovered spot OR in the undeveloped development next door. The Community Room is near the back of the complex.   Signs will direct you.

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Christine LaPado gigs: 
~~Friday,February 20, 8 PM  -- shigemi minetaka & christine lapado at Cafe Flo.

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Blues News:

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Saturday,  February 14, (2nd SATURDAY OF THE MONTH) ,  7 PM - 10 PM :   Chico Contra Dance at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave., old Nord Hwy).  Always live music (this week STARS OF MUNSTER w/Christine LaPado); every dance is taught and called. Admission: $8 (teens half price); $7 with membership. Children 12 and under free with supervising adult. More info at 530-877-2930, Mark or Grace.  NEW ADDITION:  6:30 PM -- fingerfood potluck social before the Chico Contra Dance.