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August through October 2008
FESTIVALS
August
8/1-2; BLUEGRASS AND JAM! — Where: Cooper Lake Center, Birthright, Texas. Featuring: Bill Grant, David Davis & the Warrior River Boys, Louisiana Grass, Hickory Hill, The Acousticatz, The Bluegrass Solution, Mark Phillips and IIIrd Generation, Welch Mountain & The Keisler Brothers. Tix: $12 each day, under 12 FREE. Info: Bud Swayne, Swayne Ranch, Cooper, TX 75432; Ph: 877-808-1831. (Web: www.cooperlakecenter.com)
8/1-2; CARTER FAMILY MEMORIAL FEST — Where: Hiltons, Va. Featuring: Concerts and dance. Crafts. Info: Fest Director, Carter Family Memorial Music Ctr, P.O. Box 111, Hiltons, VA 24258; Ph: 276-386-6054 or 276-386-9480. (Web: www.carterfamilyfold.org) CO
8/1-2; CINCY BLUES FEST — Where: Sawyer Point Park, Cincinnati, Ohio. Featuring: Watermelon Slim and the Workers, Lil’ Ed and the Blues Imperials, Eden Brent, Jimmy Thackery and the Drivers, Wendy DeWitt, Jake Speed and the Freddies, Gina Sicilia, Kilborn Alley Blues Band, Sue Palmer, Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Lisa Otey, Sugar Blue, Pearlene, Alvin Jett and the Phat Noiz Band, Bob Seeley, more. Info: Cincy Blues Society, P.O. Box 6098, Cincinnati, OH 45206; Ph: 513-684-GCBS. (Web: www.cincyblues.org)
8/1-2; GLENGARRY HIGHLAND GAMES — Where: Maxville, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Pipe bands, Celtic music and more. Contests in piping, drumming and dancing. Workshops in Scottish fiddle. Crafts. Tix: $20 daily, kids under 12 free. Info: Neil McCormick, Secretary, Glengarry Highland Games, P.O. Box 106, Maxville, ON K0C 1T0, Canada; Ph: 613-527-2216 or 866-883-8855; Fx: 613-527-1594. (Web: www.glengarryhighlandgames.com)
8/1-2; MOONSHINER’S JAMBOREE — Where: Chatham, Va. Crafts. Info: Tim and Shelby Smith, Moonshiner’s Jamboree, 7496 Anderson Mill Rd., Chatham, VA 24531; Ph: 434-432-5018. (Web: www.moonshinersjamboree.com)
8/1-2; NORTH AMERICAN JEW’S HARP FEST — Where: Bay City Arts Ctr, Bay City, Ore. Info: Kathi Vinson, The Jew’s Harp Guild, 1617 W Belmont St, Springfield, MO 65802-4810; Ph: 503-322-9607. (Web: jewsharpguild.org)
8/1-3; BALLYSHANNON FOLK FEST — Where: Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland. Info: Brendan O’Reilly, Market Street, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland; Ph: +353-71-9851371; Fx: +353-71-9851371. (Web: www.ballyshannonfolkfestival.com)
8/1-3; BLUE SKIES MUSIC FEST — Where: Clarendon, Ont., Canada. Info: Blue Skies Music Fest, P.O. Box 2502, Clarendon, ON K0H 1J0, Canada; Ph: 613-279-2610. (Web: www.ocff.ca/festivals.htm)
8/1-3; BLUEBERRY BLUEGRASS & COUNTRY MUSIC FEST — Where: Exhibition Park, Stony Plain, Alb., Canada. Featuring: David Grisman, Bluegrass Experience, Don Rigsby & Midnight Call, Cedar Hill, Calvin Vollrath, Four Chords of Wood, High Point, Vissia Sisters, Lou Reid & Carolina, Kenny & Amanda Smith, Abrams Brothers, The Douthwrights, Hungry Hill, The Larsgard Family, Alberta Society of Fiddlers. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Jane Tames, P.O. Box 2271, Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1X7, Canada; Ph: 1-888-jamming . (Web: www.blueberrybluegrass.com) CO CR HR A
8/1-3; CANADA’S NATIONAL UKRAINIAN FEST — Where: Dauphin, Man., Canada. Contests. Crafts. Info: Gail Himpe, Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival, Box 368, 1550 Main St. South, Dauphin, Manitoba R7N 2V2, Canada; Ph: 204-622-4600 or 877-474-2683; Fx: 204-622-4606. (Web: www.cnuf.ca)
8/1-3; CHAMPLAIN VALLEY FOLK FEST — Where: Kingsland Bay State Park, Ferrisburgh, Vt. Featuring: Amapola, Brooks Williams, Catherine Carron, Christopher Layer, Colleen Cleveland, Frank Sears & Sebastien Deshaies, Dan Gellert & Debby Posey, Fred Park, The Guy Mendilow Band, Genticorum, Good Old Wagon, The Gypsy Wranglers, Si Kahn, Freeman Corey & The Haymakers, The Hanneke Cassel Trio, The Kossoy Sisters, Beaudoin Legacy Project, The Johnson Girls, Lewis Franco & the Missing Cats, Lorraine Lee & Bennett Hammond, The MacArthurs, Marge Bruchac, Millish, Hungrytown, The Sevens, The Speckers, The Sweetback Sisters, Val Mindel & Emmy Miller, Benedicte Maurseth, Mark Lavoie, Trei Arcusi, Vlada Tomova and Balkan Tales. Workshops in various instrumental and song traditions. Crafts. Info: Deb Flanders, Champlain Valley Folk Festival, PO Box 3, Ferrisburgh, VT 05456-0003; Ph: 877-850-0206. (Web: www.cvfest.org)
8/1-3; DRANOUTER FOLK FEST — Where: Dranouter, Belgium. Tix: 45 - 90 euros. Info: Geert Gombeir, Folkefestival Dranouter, Dikkebusstraat 234, Dranouter, B-8950, Belgium; Ph: +32-(0)-57-44-6933; Fx: +32-(0)-57-44-6243. (Web: www.folkdranouter.be)
8/1-3; JERRY’S BIRTHDAY BASH — Where: Lake Concow, Near Oroville. Featuring: Jam band: The DeadBeats, Izabella, Swamp Zen, 2me, Electric Circus, Fred Zeppelin, Jeff Pershing Band and many more. Tix: $60/wknd. Info: The DeadBeats, P.O. Box 181 , Nevada City, CA 95959. (Web: californiabatiks.com/festival/)
8/1-3; MILL RACE FEST OF TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC — Where: Downtown Cambridge, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Allison Lpton Band, Andrew Queen and the Fuzzy Fellers, Cambridge Splinters, Crusible, Crumbly the Clown, Foxtail, Oakville Ale and Sword,Rant Maggie Rant, Relative Harmony, Robert Davis, Silk Road, Tethera, Zubrivika, others. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Brad McEwen, Mill Race Festival, P.O. Box 22148, Galt Centre Postal Outlet, Cambridge, ON N1R 8E3, Canada; Ph: 519-621-7135 or 800-749-7560. (Web: www.millracefolksociety.com)
8/1-3; MOUNT BAKER BLUES FEST — Where: Deming Logshow Grnds, Deming, Wash. Info: Free Spirit Productions; Ph: 360-671-6817. (Web: www.bakerblues.com)
8/1-3; NEWPORT FOLK FEST — Where: Fort Adams State Park, Newport, R.I. Crafts. Info: Newport Folk Fest, Festival Productions, P.O. Box 1221, Newport, RI 02840; Ph: 401-847-3700; Fx: 212-877-9916. (Web: www.newportfolk.com) A
8/1-3; PICKATHON ROOTS MUSIC FEST — Where: Pendarvis Farm, Portland, Ore. (Web: www.pickathon.com)
8/1-3; PICKIN’ IN PARSONS — Where: Five River Cmpgrnd, Parsons, W.Va. Info: Pickin in Parsons, P.O. Box 212, 750 Walnut Street, Parsons, WV 26287; Ph: 304-478-3515. (Web: www.fiverivercampground.com)
8/1-3; SALEM MARITIME FEST — Where: Derby Wharf, Salem, Mass. Featuring: Entrain, Atwater and Donnelly, Squeeze Box Stompers, Orville Giddings Band, Waszawiaki Orchestra. Crafts. Info: Michael Parr, Salem Maritime Festival, 160 Derby St., Salem, MA 01970; Ph: 978-740-1696 or 978-740-1652; Fx: 978-740-1654. (Web: www.nps.gov/sama)
8/1-3; SIOUX RIVER FOLK FEST — Where: Newton Hills State Park, Canton, S.D. Workshops. Info: Bill Peterson, 511 S. Pleasant, Canton, SD 57013; Ph: 605-987-4205 or 605-987-2582; Fx: 605-335-8033. (Web: www.fotm.org)
8/1-3; THE BIG CHILL FEST — Where: Eastnor Castle Deer Park, Malvern Hills, Herefordshire, U.K. Featuring: The Mighty Boosh, Thievery Corporation, Random Dance, Plaid, Norman Jay, Portico Quartet, John Shuttleworth, Jilted John, Rachel Unthank & The Winterset, Orchestra Baobab, Little Dragon, Fujiya and Miyagi, Mum, Nina Nastasia, Hot 8 Brass, and Trentemøller Live, Leonard Cohen, John Metcalfe, Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir, Buzzcocks, Fat Freddy’s Drop, African Head Charge, Spring Heeled Jack & Evan Parker ‘Birdsong’, Roisin Murphy, Federico Aubelle, Peatbog Faeries, Jon Hopkins, Pama International, The Imagined Village, Jim White, Lykke Li, Shoreline, Beth Orton, Camille, Gong Gong, The JB Horns Allstar Afrofunk party, David Holmes DJ set, The Bays & The Heritage Orchestra, DJ Nickodemus & Nappy G on percussion, Martha Wainwright, The Blessing, Tom Middleton &Ldquo;Summer of Love – Classics Set”, Matthew Herbert Big Band, Pete Lawrence, TM Juke and the Jack Baker Trio, Mr Scruff, Quiet Village, Ursula 1000, Askillz, Benga and many more! Info: Polly Hall, P.O. Box 52707, London, EC2P 2WE, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)871 424 4444 or +44-(0)207-685-0525; Fx: +44-(0)207-684-2022. (Web: www.bigchill.net)
8/1-4; ISLAND SOUL — Where: Harbourfront Ctr, Toronto, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Caribbean music. Crafts. Info: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 268, Canada; Ph: 416-973-4000 or 416-973-4655; Fx: 416-973-6055. (Web: www.harbourfrontcentre.com) A
8/1-4; ISLENDINGADAGURINN (ICELANDIC FESTIVAL OF MANITOBA) — Where: Gimli, Man., Canada. Contests. Info: Shelley Narfason, Icelandic Fest of Manitoba, 107-94 1st Ave., Gimli, MB R0C 1B1, Canada; Ph: 204-642-7417; Fx: 204-642-9382. (Web: www.icelandicfestival.com)
8/1-4; PIPERS’ GATHERING — Where: Killington, Vt. Workshops in Scottish smallpipes, Northumbrian smallpipes, uilleann pipes and many varieties of English pipes. Info: Mark Stayton, The Pipers’ Gathering, Inc., 97 N 3rd Ave, Royersford, PA 19468. (Web: www.pipersgathering.org)
8/1-8; SIDMOUTH FOLK WEEK — Where: Sidmouth, East Devon, U.K. Featuring: Martin Hayes & Dennis Cahill, Show of Hands, Blowzabella, Dick Gaughan, Karine Polwart, Jo Freya’s Lal Waterson Project, The Demon Barber Roadshow, Kathryn Tickell, The Poozies, Karen Tweed, Lisa Knapp,Sid Kipper and many more. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: £16-£64 weekend, £16-£32 daily. Info: Sidmouth FolkWeek Tourist Information Centre, Ham Lane, Sidmouth, EX10 8XR, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)139-551-6551 or +44-(0)139-557-8627. (Web: www.sidmouthfolkweek.co.uk) CO A
8/1-10; FESTIVAL INTERCELTIQUE DE LORIENT — Where: L’Orient, Brittany, France. Featuring: 4,500 musicians, dancers, painters, writers, craftsmen, etc. from all Celtic countries. Contests in traditional Celtic music. Workshops in crafts, languages and dance. Crafts. Info: Festival Interceltique de Lorient, 8 rue Nayel, Lorient, 56100 , France; Ph: +33-(0)29-721-2429; Fx: +33-(0)29-764-3413. (Web: www.festival-interceltique.com) CR HR A
8/1-10; MUSIKFEST — Where: Historic Bethlehem, Pa. Featuring: Over 500 performers on 14 indoor and outdoor stages, food, children’s activities, fireworks and more. Contests in dancing & singing. Crafts. Tix: FREE, some ticketed events. Info: Mark Demko, 25 W. 3rd St., Ste. 300, Bethlehem, PA 18015-1238; Ph: 601-332-3378 or 610-332-1300; Fx: 610-861-0678. (Web: www.fest.org)
8/2; BLUESMORE — Where: Brucemore Mansion, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Tix: $11 adv. Info: Linn County Blues Society, P.O. Box 2672, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-2672; Ph: 319-399-5105 or 319-362-7375; Fx: 319-363-3462. (Web: www.lcbs.org)
8/2; HUNTINGTON FOLK FEST — Where: Chapin Rainbow Stage, Hecksher Park, Huntington Village, N.Y. Featuring: Christine Lavin, Gathering Time, open jam and more. Tix: FREE. Info: Folk Music Society of Huntington, P.O. Box 290, Huntington Station, NY 11746; Ph: 631-425-2925. (Web: www.fmshny.org)
8/2; RIVERFOLK MUSIC & ARTS FEST — Where: Carr Park, Manchester, Mich. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Mark Palms, Riverfolk Arts Center, 112 W. Main, Suite 101, Manchester, MI 48158; Ph: 734-428-7716 or 877-748-3655; Fx: 734-428-7716. (Web: www.riverfolkfestival.org)
8/2-4; CANMORE FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Centennial Park, Canmore, Alb., Canada. Featuring: National and International folk, blues, country, bluegrass & world music. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Ken Rooks, Canmore Folk Fest, Box 8098, Canmore, AB T1W 2T8, Canada; Ph: 403-678-2524; Fx: 403-678-2524. (Web: www.canmorefolkfestival.com) CR HR A
8/2-4; EDMONTON HERITAGE FEST — Where: William Hawrelak Park, Edmonton, Alb., Canada. Featuring: Ethnic entertainment, food, displays and sporting events. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Jack Little, Exec. Director, Edmonton Heritage Festival Assoc., 10125 157th St., Edmonton, AB T5P 2T9, Canada; Ph: 780-488-3378; Fx: 780-455-9097. (Web: www.heritage-festival.com)
8/2-9; DE LEON PEACH & MELON FEST — Where: Festival Grnds, De Leon, Tex. Featuring: Concerts, dances, children’s events, open stage, a parade and more. Contests. Crafts. Info: Betty Terrill, De Leon Peach and Melon Festival , 133 S. Texas St., P.O. Box 44, De Leon, TX 76444; Ph: 254-893-6600; Fx: 254-893-3702. (Web: www.deleonpeachandmelonfestival.com)
8/2-16; FOLKLORAMA — Where: Winnipeg, Man., Canada. Featuring: Over 40 cultures. Info: Debra Fehr, FolkArts Council of Winnipeg, Inc., 183 Kennedy St., 2nd Fl., Winnipeg, MB R3C 1S6, Canada; Ph: 204-982-6210 or 800-665-0234; Fx: 204-943-1956. (Web: www.folklorama.ca)
8/3; BILL KNOWLTON’S BLUEGRASS RAMBLE PICNIC — Where: Little York, N.Y. Featuring: Area bluegrass and Old-time country bands, hosted by The Delaney Brothers. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Bill Knowlton, WCNY-FM, 125 Meyers Rd., Liverpool, NY 13088-4449; Ph: 315-457-6100; Fx: 315-451-8824. (Web: www.wcny.org)
8/3-10; COMMON GROUND ON THE HILL, SCOTLAND — Where: University Campus Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland. Workshops. Tix: £135 tuition, £180 r&b. Info: Pete Heywood, Common Ground Scotland, P.O. Box 26064, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, KA2 0YG, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)156-355-1408; Fx: +44-(0)156-354-4855. (Web: www.commongroundscotland.com)
8/4-6; MIRAMICHI FOLK SONG FEST — Where: Miramichi, N.B., Canada. Featuring: Buffy Sainte-Marie, singers, dancers, fiddlers, children’s show and more. Tix: $5-$25. Info: Susan Butler, Miramichi Folksong Festival, Inc., P.O. Box 13, Miramichi, NB E1V 3M2, Canada; Ph: 506-622-1780 or 506-623-2150; Fx: 506-623-2261. (Web: www.miramichifolksongfestival.com)
8/4-6; YELLOWSTONE MUSIC FEST & ART SHOW — Where: Arch Park, Gardiner, MT. (Web: www.yellowstonemusicfest.com)
8/4-9; OLD FIDDLERS CONVENTION — Where: Felts Park, Galax, Va. Contests in bluegrass and old-time music. Tix: week $40, daily $6-12. Info: Thomas L. Jones, Jr., Old Fiddlers Convention, P.O. Box 655, Galax, VA 24333-0655; Ph: 276-236-8541. (Web: www.oldfiddlersconvention.com)
8/5; KIDS DAY — Where: Nature House, Terra Nova National Park, N.F., Canada. Featuring: Children’s concert and more. Crafts. Info: Heritage Foundation, Terra Nova National Park, Glovertown, NL A0G 2L0, Canada; Ph: 709-533-3145; Fx: 709-533-2706. (Web: www.heritagefoundationtnnp.nl.ca) CO A
8/5-9; AFRICAN DRUM VILLAGE — Where: Glen Isla, nr Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland. Featuring: Famoudou Konate`, Chartwell Dutiro, Grassroots, Seckou Keita, Nansady Keita, Moctar Sawane, Issa Sawane, Babacarr Deing, Ali Bangoura, Jally Suso, Iya sako, Sense, Emily Bryant, Andy Mclaren, Denise Row. Info: Steve Haden, African Drum Village, 44 Glengate, Kirriemuir, DD8 4HF, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)157-554-0455 or +44-(0)797-153-5099. (Web: www.africandrumvillage.com)
8/5-10; MICHIGAN WOMYN’S MUSIC FEST — Where: Oceana County, Mich. Workshops. Info: Michigan Womyn’s Music Fest, WWTMC, P.O. Box 22, Walhalla, MI 49458; Ph: 231-757-4766. (Web: www.michfest.com) CO CR HR A I
8/6-10; CANADIAN OPEN OLD-TIME FIDDLE CHAMPIONSHIP — Where: Shelburne, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Mark Sullivan, Ballagh Bunch, Triple Explosion, Step’n Time with The Ziebarth Family. Contests in fiddle. Tix: $40, kids $20. Info: Shelburne Rotary Club, P.O. Box 27, Shelburne, ON L0N 1S0, Canada; Ph: 519-925-2600 x 230 or 519-925-5311; Fx: 519-925-1105. (Web: www.shelburnefiddlecontest.on.ca)
8/6-11; EUROASIA FEST — Where: Istanbul, Turkey. Featuring: Many varieties of trad and contemporary music, dance and theater. Info: Harman Culture & Festival Org, Yeldeôirmen Macit Erbulak Sok, No 34 / 1 Tuzmen, Apt. 81330, Kadýköy, Ýstanbul, Turkey; Ph: +90-(0)216-346-1354 ; Fx: +90-(0)216-346-1308. (Web: www.harmanfolk.com/avrasya.htm)
8/6-12; FEAKLE INTERNATIONAL TRADITIONAL MUSIC FEST — Where: Feakle, Co. Clare, Ireland. Info: Gary Pepper, Ireland; Ph: +353-(0)61-924-322; Fx: +353-(0)61-924-980. (Web: www.feaklefestival.ie)
8/7-9; BLUEGRASS IN THE HILLS — Where: Mickeys Mtn, Hopedale, Ohio. Featuring: Allegheny Drifters, Wills Creek, Salt Creek, Inc., Almost Famous, Mountain State Bluegrass Express, Stoney Creek, The Hart Brothers, GoldWing Express, The Moron Brothers, Nothin Fancy, Wildwood Valley Boys, Stoney Creek, Blue Shades, Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road and Southbound Express. Crafts. Tix: $45 wknd, $37.50 adv., daily $10-$25, kids 14-18 half-price. Info: Calvin Mickey, Bluegrass in the Hills, 88233 Mickey Rd., Hopedale, OH 43976; Ph: 740-391-5631 or 740-946-5631. (Web: www.mickeysmtn.com)
8/7-9; BUCKEYE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Greenwich, Ohio. Info: Larry Efaw, Buckeye Bluegrass Festival, 1154 Woodcrest Ave., Akron, OH 44319-2650; Ph: 330-645-1542; Fx: 330-645-1541. (Web: www.buckeyebluegrass.com)
8/7-9; FAIRPORT’S CROPREDY CONVENTION — Where: Cropredy, Banbury, Oxfordshire, U.K. Tix: £76 weekend, £46 day. Info: Gareth Williams, Fairport Convention, Ltd., 6 Stonehouse Business Ctr, Market Sq., Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7 5NA, U.K.; Ph: ; Fx: +44-(0)186-933-7142 . (Web: www.fairportconvention.com) CO
8/7-9; LIL MARGARET’S BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME MUSIC FEST — Where: Goddard Farm, Leonardtown, Md. Crafts. Info: Joseph H. Goddard, Lil Margaret’s Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Fest, 20529 White Point Rd., Leonardtown, MD 20650; Ph: 301-475-8191; Fx: 301-475-8191. (Web: www.lilmargaretsbluegrass.com)
8/7-9; MILAN BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Eaton Co. Frgrnds, Charlotte, Mich. Info: Jim Wilder, P.O. Box 1939, Royal Oak, MI 48068; Ph: 248-435-2828 or 517-372-7890; Fx: 248-435-0049. (Web: wilderbluegrassfestival.com) CO A
8/7-10; BAYFRONT BLUES FEST — Where: Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, Minn. Info: Bayfront Blues Festival, 302 43rd Ave. East, Superior, WI 54880; Ph: 800-4DULUTH or 715-394-6831; Fx: 715-392-2107. (Web: www.bayfrontblues.com)
8/7-10; EDMONTON FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Gallagher Park, Edmonton, Alb., Canada. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: wknd $100-140. Info: Richard Stuart, Edmonton Folk Music Fest, P.O. Box 4130, Station South, Edmonton, AB T6E 4T2, Canada; Ph: 780-429-1899; Fx: 780-424-1132. (Web: www.edmontonfolkfest.org) A
8/7-10; GATEWAY DULCIMER MUSIC FEST — Where: Our Lady of the Snows Shrine, Belleville, Ill. Workshops. Info: Sharon Hargus, 280 Falcon Dr. East, Highland, MO 62249; Ph: 618-651-8271. (Web: www.gatewaydulcimer.org)
8/7-10; JOHN ARCAND FIDDLE FEST — Where: Windy Acres Vacation Farm, Saskatoon, Sask., Canada. Contests. Workshops. Tix: wknd $40, day $20 (12 & under: FREE). Info: Vicki Arcand, John Arcand Fiddle Fest, Inc., Box 3 Site 302 RR #3, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3J6, Canada; Ph: 306-382-0111; Fx: 306-683-1917. (Web: www.johnarcandfiddlefest.com) CO
8/7-10; MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME MUSIC FEST — Where: El Rancho Manana Cmpgrnd, Richmond, Minn. Workshops. Info: Bea Flaming, MBOTMA, P.O. Box 16408, Minneapolis, MN 55416; Ph: 800-635-3037 or 612-285-9133; Fx: 715-635-2479. (Web: www.minnesotabluegrass.org)
8/7-10; SAULIEU CAJUN & ZYDECO MUSIC, FILM & FOOD FEST — Where: Saulieu, France. Featuring: rs. Info: Les Nuits Cajun de Saulieu, Didier Lonjard, Bayou Productions, 7 impasse de la Plaine, Mesvres, 71190, France; Ph: +33-(0)6-0853-8875. (Web: www.bayouprod.com)
8/7-10; THE BORDER GATHERING — Where: Dumfries and Galloway College, Dumfries, U.K. Featuring: Scottish Highland games, ax throwing, dancing, falconry, sled dog demonstrations, reenactments and living history. Tix: $10, under 16 free. Info: Madam May McKerrell of Hillhouse, The Border Gathering, Magdalene House, Lochmaben, Dumfries, DG1 1PD, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)138-781-0439; Fx: +44-(0)138-781-0439. (Web: www.bordergathering.co.uk) CO A
8/7-17; HALIFAX INTERNATIONAL BUSKER FEST — Where: Halifax, N.S., Canada. Featuring: 71 performers, 5 stages and more then 500 shows. Tix: FREE. Info: Billy Comer, ESP Productions, 1869 Upper Water St., 5th Fl., Pickford & Black Building, Halifax, NS B3J 1S9, Canada; Ph: 902-430-8413 or 902-442-3955 ; Fx: 902-429-7554. (Web: www.buskers.ca)
8/7-17; THE FESTIVAL AT SANDPOINT — Where: Memorial Field, Sandpoint, Idaho. Featuring: Country, folk, jazz, rock and classical music. Info: Diana Dyno Wahl, The Festival at Sandpoint, P.O. Box 695, Sandpoint , ID 83864; Ph: 888-265-4554 or 208-265-4554; Fx: 208-263-6858. (Web: www.festivalatsandpoint.com)
8/8-9; COWBOY GATHERING & FOLK HUMOR & STORYTELLING WEEKEND — Where: Ozark Folk Ctr State Park, Mountain View, Ark. Featuring: Tall tales, yarns, real-life funny characters, historical personages and musical renditions of ancient stories and folklore. Crafts. Info: Ozark Folk Center, P.O. Box 500, Mountain View, AR 72560; Ph: 870-269-3851. (Web: www.ozarkfolkcenter.com) CR HR A
8/8-9; NORTH CENTRAL REGIONAL FIDDLERS CONVENTION — Where: Hillsdale County Fairgrounds, Hillsdale, Mich. Featuring: Old-time music and dance. Tix: donations. Info: Original Michigan Fiddlers Assoc., c/o Patti Greenman, 8701 E. Seven Mile Rd., Big Rapids, MI 49337; Ph: 231-796-1438. (Web: www.onagocag.com/omfa)
8/8-9; STRINGTIME IN THE SMOKIES — Where: Patriot Park, Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Featuring: Doc Watson, David Grisman, Steep Canyon Rangers, Greenbrier, Cheerful Diligence, Boogertown Gap. Tix: FREE. Info: Pigeon Forge Dept. of Tourism, StringTime in the Smokies, 2450 Parkway, P.O. Box 1390, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868; Ph: 800-251-9100 or 865-429-7350. (Web: www.mypigeonforge.com)
8/8-9; SUBDUED STRINGBAND JAMBOREE — Where: Deming Log Show Frgrnds, Bellingham, Wash. Featuring: Over 70 local musicians in 20-plus stringbands and more. Tix: wknd $30. Info: Robert Blake, Subdued Stringband Jamboree, P.O. Box 3154, Bellingham, WA 98227; Ph: 360-733-5376. (Web: www.stringbandjamboree.com)
8/8-10; AUGUSTA HERITAGE CENTER FEST — Where: Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, W.Va. Workshops in traditional Appalachian music and dance. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Terry Hackney, Augusta Heritage Center, 100 Campus Dr., Elkins, WV 26241; Ph: 304-637-1306 or 304-637-1209; Fx: 304-637-1317. (Web: www.augustaheritage.com)
8/8-10; AVALON FOLK MUSIC & CRAFTS FAIR — Where: Avalon, Paw Paw, W.Va. Crafts. Info: Avalon Resort, Avalon Folk Music & Crafts Fair, P.O. Box 369, Paw Paw, WV 25434; Ph: 304-947-5600; Fx: 304-947-5579. (Web: www.avalon-resort.com)
8/8-10; DARTMOOR FOLK FEST — Where: South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon, U.K. Featuring: The Dartmoor Folk Festival is a friendly traditional festival with highlights including Ceilidh, Song & Music Sessions, Dartmoor Stepdance and Broomdance Championships, Dartmoor Fayre, Dances, Music Hall, Sunday Ramble, Folk Service, Pub Sessions & Children’s Events, Sideshows, Demonstrations, Dance Displays, Children’s Entertainers and much more. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Jane White, Sunnyhill, Zeal Head, South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 2JL, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)183-784-0102. (Web: www.dartmoorfolkfestival.co.uk)
8/8-10; GODERICH CELTIC ROOTS FEST — Where: Lion’s Harbour Park, Goderich, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Liadan, Maeve Donnelly, Bodega, John Carty, Kevin Burke, Banjo Special, Emory Lester, Archie Fisher, Tanglefoot, Gemma Donald & Violet Tulloch, Holmes Hook, Gráinne Hambly, Emily Smith, Brian McNeill, JIIG, Jaime RT & Andy Hillhouse, Crucible, Catherine McEvoy and more. Crafts. Tix: wknd $50-55, daily $25-35. Info: Helen Gianoulis, Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Box 171, Goderich, ON N7A 3Z2, Canada; Ph: 519-524-8221; Fx: 519-524-5790. (Web: www.celticfestival.ca) CR HR A
8/8-10; GREAT LAKES FOLK FEST — Where: Downtown East Lansing, Mich. Featuring: National and intn’l music, dance and storytelling, trad foods and children’s activities. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Festival Organizer for GLFF, Michigan State University Museum, West Circle Dr., East Lansing, MI 48824; Ph: 517-432-4533; Fx: 517-353-8986. (Web: www.greatlakesfolkfest.net)
8/8-10; HEART OF THE ALLEGHENIES FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Univ. of Pittsburgh, Bradford, Pa. Featuring: Dan Duggan, Tom Hodgson, Henry Jankiewicz, Clark Perry, Lucinda Durkee, Gerry Hoffman, Curt Osgood, Hope Grietzer, Jim MacWilliams, Sue Hengelsberg, more. Workshops in shape note singing, songwriting, singing with autoharp or hammered dulcimers, various instruments. Tix: $50. Info: Lucinda Durkee, The Allegheny Mountain Ministeries, P.O. Box 477, Westfield, NY 14787; Ph: 716-676-2260. (Web: www.hotafest.org)
8/8-10; LA GRANDE RENCONTRE — Where: Centre Jean-Marie Gauvreau, Montréal, Que., Canada. Featuring: 50 performers in trad dance and music of Québec including Alasdair Fraser, Claude Méthé Trio, Genticorum, Kleztory, Les Charbonniers de l’enfer, Markku Lepistö, Natalie Haas, Svart Kaffe and Trio Mio . Contests. Workshops. Tix: TBA. Info: Centre Jean-Marie Gauvreau, Carmen Guérard, 911 Jean-Talon Est, Montréal, QC H2R 1V5, Canada; Ph: 866-773-4595 or 514-273-0880; Fx: 514-273-9727. (Web: www.festivallagranderencontre.com)
8/8-10; LIVE FROM THE ROCK FOLK FEST — Where: Pull-a-Log Park, Red Rock, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Five stages with over two dozen performers. Workshops in songwriting. Crafts. Tix: $65, $50 adv. Info: Denise Krawczuk, Live from the Rock Blues & Folk Soc., PO Box 448, Red Rock, ON P0T 2P0, Canada; Ph: 807-886-2741; Fx: 807-886-1091. (Web: www.livefromtherock.com)
8/8-10; MOUNT ST. HELENS BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Toledo, Wash. Featuring: Cedar Hill, Silverado, The Cascade Mountain Boys, Lee Highway, Prairie Flyer, The Black River Bluegrass Band, The Small Towne Bluegrass Band and more. Tix: $15-35. Info: Willie Hill, Washington Bluegrass Association, P.O. Box 490, Toledo, WA 98591; Ph: 360-866-2601; Fx: 360-866-2601. (Web: www.washingtonbluegrassassociation.org) CO A
8/8-10; MUSICIANS RENDEZVOUS — Where: Itch Keppe Park, Columbus, Mont. Tix: FREE. Info: Aron G. Strange, Musicians Rendezvous, 325 E. 1st. Ave. N., Columbus, MT 59019; Ph: 406-861-1147 or 406-322-4745. CO CR HR A
8/8-10; NATIONAL HOBO CONVENTION — Where: Britt, Iowa. Featuring: Hobo storytellers, musicians, auction and more. Crafts. Tix: FREE, $2 for museum visit. Info: Linda Hughes, Hobo Foundation, P.O. Box 143, 51 Main Ave. South, Britt, IA 50423; Ph: 641-843-9104 or 641-843-3904. (Web: www.hobo.com)
8/8-10; NEW BRUNSWICK GOSPEL MUSIC FEST — Where: Rusagonis United Baptist Church, Rusagonis, N.B., Canada. Featuring: Contemporary and country Gospel. Tix: Voluntary donation. Info: Bob Gray, New Brunswick Gospel Music, 1740 Route 655 Hwy, Rusagonis, NB E3B 6G5, Canada; Ph: 506-459-7419. (Web: www.nbgmf.com) CO CR HR A
8/8-10; NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR FOLK FEST — Where: Bannerman Park, St.John’s, N.L., Canada. Featuring: Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, Andy Irvine, Ron Hynes, Le Vent du Nord, The Idlers, A Crown of Bold Sharement and many more. Workshops in storytelling, trad singing , dancing and instruments. Crafts. Tix: $60.00 weekend pass (kids free). Info: , Newfoundland & Labrador Folk Arts Council, PO Box 6283, St.John’s, NL A1C 6J9, Canada; Ph: 709-576-8508. (Web: www.sjfac.nf.net)
8/8-10; OAK GROVE FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Oak Grove Theatre, Verona, Va. Workshops. Info: The Oak Grove Folk Music Festival, P.O. Box 741, Staunton, VA 24401. (Web: www.theaterwagon.com/MusicFest.html) CR HR A
8/8-10; REGINA FOLK FEST — Where: Victoria Park, Regina, Sask., Canada. Featuring: Music, arts and culture in an intimate setting. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: $120 wknd, $45-50 evening. Info: Jeannie Straub, Regina Folk Festival, #101-1855 Scarth St., Regina, SK S4P 1P9, Canada; Ph: 306-757-7684 or 866-954-5623; Fx: 306-757-7688. (Web: www.reginafolkfestival.com)
8/8-10; RIVERFRONT BLUES FEST — Where: Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, Wilmington, Del. Info: Diamond State Blues Society, P.O. Box 863, Middletown, DE 19709-0863; Ph: 302-576-2136 or 302-376-6298. (Web: www.diamondstateblues.com)
8/8-10; SALTBURN INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF FOLK MUSIC, DANCE & SONG — Where: Saltburn, Cleveland, U.K. Featuring: Wilkinson Crackett, teve Tilston, lan Bell, George Papavgeris, Robin Laing, Stan Gee, Flossie Malavialle, Trevor Taylor, Bert Draycott, Ray Padgett, Pete Betts, Elbow Jane, Marie Little, The Queensberry Rules, Prof. Woods Punch & Judy, Zoot, Kieran Halpin & Jim Smith, Feet First String Band, Vin Garbutt, The Sands Family, Darlington Mummers and more. Tix: £28-£54. Info: John Taylor, Saltburn Folk Festival, 57 Marske Rd., Saltburn, Cleveland, TS12 1PN, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)128-762-2623. (Web: www.saltburnfolkfestival.ukforum.com)
8/8-10; SHAWANO MUSIC FEST — Where: Mielke Art Ctr and Park, Shawano, Wis. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Dori Jerger, Shawano Music Festival, P.O. Box 213, Shawano, WI 54166-0213; Ph: 715-799-3688 or 715-276-6942. (Web: shawanoarts.com/folkfestival)
8/8-10; SUNFLOWER RIVER BLUES & GOSPEL FEST — Where: Delta Blues Museum, Clarksdale, Miss. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Sunflower River Blues/Gospel Fest., P.O. Box 1562, Clarksdale, MS 38614; Ph: 662-627-6820; Fx: 662-627-7263. (Web: www.sunflowerfest.org) CR HR A
8/8-10; TROUT FOREST MUSIC FEST — Where: Ear Falls Waterfront Park, Northwestern, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Barley Wik, Big Boogaloo, Tracy Bone, Aaron Burnett, Ray Bonneville, J.C. Campbell, Carrie Catherine, The Crooked Brothers, Deep Dark Woods, Julian Fauth, The Good Lovelies,Hungry Hill, Jacob and Lily, Dave Jonasson, The New Meanies, Scott Nolan & Joanna Miller, Sierra Noble, The Perpetrators, Righteous Ike, Steve Schellenberg, Twilight Hotel, Kerri Woelke, Brock Zeman & Dan Walsh and more. Contests. Workshops in music, storytelling, drumming, arts and crafts. Crafts. Tix: $45-$55 adv. weekend. Info: David Hoey, Trout Forest Music Festival, 14-30 Spruce St., Box 372, Ear Falls, ON P0V 1T0, Canada; Ph: 807-222-2404 or 866-TROUT33. (Web: www.troutfest.com)
8/8-10; WESTJET FESTIVAL OF FRIENDS — Where: Gage Park, Hamilton, Ont., Canada. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Hilary Wilson, Creative Arts Inc., 434 King St. West, Hamilton, ON L8P 1B7, Canada; Ph: 905-777-9777 or 905-525-6644; Fx: 905-777-9019. (Web: www.creativearts.on.ca)
8/8-10; WILLOW FOLK FEST — Where: Stockton, Ill. Info: Lila Heath, Willow United Methodist Church, 13767 E. Hairpin Rd., Stockton, IL 61085; Ph: 815-947-3789.
8/8-15; BROADSTAIRS FOLK WEEK — Where: Broadstairs, Kent, U.K. Featuring: Eliza Carthy, The Poozies, Cara Dillon, Lark Rise Show, Warsaw Village Band, Jez Lowe & The Bad Pennies, Steve Tilston, Tim Van Eyken, Tim Van Eyken, N’faly Kouyate & Dunyakan, Mcdermott’s 2 Hours, Warblefly, Sheelanagig, Stomp Ceilidh Band, Simon Care Trio, Moondance, Petit Et La Grosse, Elvis Fontanot & The Sugarbees, Mambo Jambo, Grace Notes, The Omega 3, and many more. Tix: £145 week, £25 daily. Info: Jo Tuffs, Pierremont Hall, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1JX, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)184-360-4080; Fx: +44-(0)184-386-6422. (Web: www.broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk)
8/8-16; FRANKENMUTH SUMMER MUSIC FEST — Where: Heritage Park, Frankenmuth, Mich. Info: Pam Mossner, Frankenmuth Festivals, P.O. Box 204, Frankenmuth, MI 48734; Ph: 989-652-3378; Fx: 989-652-4633. (Web: www.frankenmuthfestivals.com)
8/8-31; EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL FEST — Where: Edinburgh, Scotland. Featuring: Music, theater, opera and dance in six major theaters and concert halls and a number of smaller venues, over a three-week period. Info: Edinburgh International Festival, The Hub, Castlehill, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH1 2NE, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)131-473-2000; Fx: +44-(0)131-473-2003 . (Web: www.eif.co.uk)
8/9; BRONZE, BLUES & BREWS FEST — Where: Joseph, Ore. Info: Gary Court, Bronze, Blues and Brews Festival, P.O. Box 362, Joseph, OR 97846; Ph: 541-432-1015. (Web: www.bronzebluesbrews.com) CR HR
8/9; CHESTER COUNTY OLD FIDDLERS’ PICNIC — Where: Hibernia Co. Park, Wagontown, Pa. Featuring: Open stage, jamming in the woods, kids games, dancing and more. Workshops in instruments. Crafts. Info: Chester Co. Parks & Recreation, 601 Westtown Road, Suite 160, P.O. Box 2747, West Chester, PA 19380-0990; Ph: 610-383-3812; Fx: 610-344-5469. (Web: www.chesco.org/ccparks)
8/9; FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN SONORA BLUES FEST — Where: Sonora’s Mother Lode Frgrnds, Sonora, Calif. Info: Festivals, Fire on the Mountain, P.O. Box 148, Soulsbyville, CA 95372; Ph: 209-533-3473; Fx: 209-533-1049. (Web: www.fireonthemountain.com)
8/9; FOUR MOUNDS BLUES FEST — Where: Alliant Amphitheatre, Dubuque, Iowa. Featuring: Local and Chicago-area bands, food and beverages. Contests. Info: Mary, Four Mounds Foundation, 4900 Peru Rd., Dubuque, IA 52001-8304; Ph: 563-557-7292 or 563-583-5815; Fx: 563-557-3159 . (Web: www.fourmounds.org)
8/9; HIGH DESERT CELTIC FEST & HIGHLAND GAMES — Where: Jefferson County Frgnds, Madrad, OR. Info: High Desert Celtic Society, P.O. Box 272, Redmond, OR 97756; Ph: 541-312-4386. (Web: www.hdcs.net)
8/9-10; BLUES FEST & BLACK SUNDAY (TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH) — Where: Warwick Valley Winery, Warwick, N.Y. Tix: (per day) $10/adv; $15/gate. Info: Jeremy Kidde, Warwick Valley Winery, 114 Little York Rd., Warwick, NY 10990; Ph: 845-258-4858 or 845-258-6020; Fx: 845-258-6055. (Web: www.wvwintery.com)
8/9-10; GERMAN ALPS FEST — Where: Hunter Mountain, N.Y. Featuring: Jimmy Sturr, Stratton Mountain Boys, more. Crafts. Tix: $10, kids free. Info: Ginny Terry, Hunter Mountain, Rte 23C, Hunter, NY 12442; Ph: 518-263-4224 x2350; Fx: 518-263-3704. (Web: www.huntermtn.com)
8/9-10; INTERNATIONAL MUSICAL SAW FEST — Where: Santa Cruz, Calif. Contests in musical saw. Workshops in musical saw. Tix: FREE. Info: Morgan Cowin, President, California Saw Players Assoc., 5 Windsor Ave., San Rafael, CA 94901-1051; Ph: 415-459-7722. (Web: www.sawplayers.org)
8/9-10; SWINGING BLUES WINE FESTIVAL — Where: Mt. Airy, Md. Featuring: Kelly Bell Band, The Nighthawks. Tix: $15 (includes wine tasting). Info: N Carole Brown, Linganore Winecellars, 13601 Glissans Mill Road, Mt. Airy, MD 21771-8599; Ph: 301-831-5889 or 410-795-6432; Fx: 301-829-1970. (Web: www.linganorewines.com)
8/9-12; LUNENBURG FOLK HARBOUR FEST — Where: Lunenburg, N.S., Canada. Featuring: Amy Smith, Cara Luft, Cindy Church, Susan Crow & Raylene Rankin, Colcannon, Dan McKinnon, David Myles Trio, Eve Goldburg, Fancy’s Flight, Gordie Sampson, Grass Mountain Hobos, Grassmarket, Holmes Hooke, House of Doc, James Hill, Jeff Davis, John Campbelljohn, Kat Dancer, Mauvais Sort, Mike Stevens & Raymond, McClain, Murray McLauchlan, and more. Workshops in instruments, voice and dance. Tix: 4-day pass $46.45-$101.97, $14.42-$49.44 per day. Info: Lunenburg Folk Harbour Society, P.O. Box 655, 125 Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0, Canada; Ph: 902-634-3180; Fx: 902-634-9568. (Web: www.folkharbour.com)
8/9-13; FESTIVAL DANCES ET MUSIQUES DU MONDE — Where: Jambes-Namur, Belgium. Info: Le Festival Dances et Musiques du Monde, Allee du Parc 21, Jambes, 5100 , Belgium; Ph: +32-475-534-255; Fx: +32-81-224-572. (Web: www.cioff.org/cioff/Evenements/festivals/festivals.en.htm)
8/9-16; MORLAND FOLK DANCE WEEK — Where: Penrith, Cumbria, U.K. Featuring: Cumbrian Gap will be joined by Dave Yeomans and Victoria Close (aka DeoVolente) to provide the music and the musicians’ workshops. David and Kathryn Wright to share the calling and the callers’ workshops with Ian. Tix: £70 season ticket. Info: David Jones, Newby End Farm, Newby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 3EX, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)193-171-4338. (Web: www.newbyendfarm.co.uk)
8/9-30; SHINDIG ON THE GREEN — Where: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, Asheville, N.C. Featuring: 4 consecutive Sat. evenings of bluegrass and old-time string bands, ballad singers, storytellers, big circle mountain dancers and cloggers. Tix: FREE. Info: Folk Heritage Committee, Shindig on the Green, P.O. Box 1010, Asheville, NC 28802; Ph: 828-258-6101 x345; Fx: 828-452-0153. (Web: www.folkheritage.org)
8/10; ADIRONDACK FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Town Park, Schroon Lake, N.Y. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Adirondack Folk Music Festival, Schroon Lake Arts Council, P.O. Box 812, Schroon Lake, NY 12870; Ph: 518-532-9259; Fx: 518-532-9259. (Web: www.schroonlakearts.com) CR HR A
8/10; CORN FEST — Where: Riverfront Park, Beacon, N.Y. Crafts. Info: John McLaughlin, Beacon Sloop Club, P.O. Box 527, Beacon, NY 12508; Ph: 845-542-0721 or 845-838-2374 . (Web: www.beaconsloop.org)
8/10; NASHUA RIVER VALLEY FOLK FEST — Where: Pierce Homestead, Lancaster, Mass. Featuring: Richie Havens, Lori McKenna, Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, Mustard’s Retreat, Northern Lights, Susan Werner with special guest Trina Hamlin, Agona Hardison, Kate Redgate, The Rafters. Tix: $35 advance/$45 gate/$12 kids. Info: Lancaster Coffeehouse, PO Box 245, Lancaster, MA 01523; Ph: 978-365-2043 or 978-368-0227. (Web: www.lancastercoffeehouse.com)
8/10-11; BELL WITCH BLUEGRASS COMPETITION — Where: Bell Witch School Grnds, Adams, Tenn. Tix: Fri. $6, Sat. $8. Info: Omer Gene Brooksher, Bell Witch Festival, 102 Railroad St., Adams, TN 37010; Ph: 615-696-2589 or 615-696-2331; Fx: 615-696-2220. (Web: www.adamstennessee.com) CO HO A
8/10-11; EDMOND’S FAMILY FARM BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Pikeville, Tenn. Featuring: Edmon’s Family Band and regional bands. Tix: $5 wknd, kids free. Info: Louis Edmons, 122 Edmons Cir., Pikeville, TN 37367; Ph: 423-533-2455 or 423-533-2455.
8/11-17; BIDEFORD FOLK FEST — Where: North Devon, U.K. (Web: www.bidefordfolkfestival.co.uk)
8/12-17; HECTOR FEST — Where: Pictou, N.S., Canada. Featuring: A tribute to the region’s Scottish roots, with a historical reenactment of the landing of Scottish settlers. Tix: FREE. Info: Darlene MacDonald, DeCoste Entertainment Centre, 99 Water Street, Pictou, NS B0K 1H0, Canada; Ph: 902-485-8848 or 800-353-5338; Fx: 902-485-4258. (Web: www.decostecentre.ca) CR HR A
8/13-31; LANGHOLM & ESKDALE MUSIC & ARTS FEST — Where: Langholm, Dumfries, Scotland. Featuring: Robin Laing, Seth Lakeman, Master Chef Paul Rankin, Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham, Country Legends, The Little Shop of Horrors, The Fiona Pears Band and more. Info: Gisèle Hammond, Langholm & Eskdale Music Festival, Woodslee House, Canonbie, Dumfriesshire, DG14 0TF, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)138-737-1202; Fx: +44-(0)138-737-1206. (Web: www.langholmfestival.co.uk) A
8/14-16; CHEROKEE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Happy Holiday Cmpgrnd, Cherokee, N.C. Featuring: Marty Stuart, Ralph Stanley & the Clinch Mt. Boys, The Grascals, Bobby Osborne & the Rocky Top X-Press, The Lewis Family, The Del McCoury Band, and many more. Crafts. Tix: adv: wknd $75, daily $30 / gate: wknd $85, daily $35. Info: Norman Adams, Adams & Anderson, LLC, P.O. Box 98, Dahlonega, GA 30533; Ph: 706-864-7203 or 828-497-7250: Camping; Fx: 706-864-1037. (Web: www.aandabluegrass.com)
8/14-16; COUNTRY LEGENDS’ TRIBUTE FEST — Where: Country Stage Music Park, Nova, Ohio. Featuring: Harbourtown, Cedar Buff, Lonesome Heart, Grassy Ridge, Stoney Creek, Copus Hill. Info: Kurt Hickman, The Country Stage Music Park, 40 A Twp. Rd. 1031, Nova, OH 44859; Ph: 440-213-8358; Fx: 419-652-3231. (Web: www.countrystagemusicpark.com)
8/14-16; COUNTRY STAGE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Country Stage Music Park, Nova, Ohio. Featuring: Harbourtown, Cedar Bluff, Lonesome Heart, Grassy Ridge, Stoney Creek, Copus Hill. Info: Kurt Hickman, The Country Stage Music Park, 40A Twp. Rd. 1031, Nova, OH 44859; Ph: 440-213-8358. (Web: www.countrystagemusicpark.com)
8/14-16; MOOSE JAW PRAIRIE ARTS FEST — Where: Crescent Park, Moose Jaw, SK, Canada. Featuring: Local, provincial, Canadian and international performances from all art genres. Info: Prairie Arts Festival, 322-310 Main Street N, Moose Jaw, Sk SK S6H 3K, Canada; Ph: 306-630-6870; Fx: 306-693-5753. (Web: www.prairieartsfestival.com)
8/14-17; CENTRAL VIRGINIA BLUEGRASS MUSIC FEST — Where: Amelia Family Cmpgrnd, Amelia, Va. Crafts. Info: John B. Hutchinson, Amelia Family Campground, 9650 Military Rd., Amelia, VA 23002; Ph: 804-561-3011; Fx: 804-561-1954. (Web: www.ameliafamilycampground.com)
8/14-17; FARMFEST — Where: The Farm, Johannesburg, Mich. Info: Stacy Jo Schiller, Farmhouse Music Organization, P.O. Box 625, Johannesburg, MI 49751; Ph: 989-786-3273. (Web: www.farm-fest.com)
8/14-17; MILWAUKEE IRISH FEST — Where: Henry W. Maier Festival Park, Milwaukee, Wis. Featuring: Milwaukee Irish Fest is the world’s largest celebration of Irish music and culture, showcasing more than 100 entertainers and over 300 Irish and Celtic dance and music performances, annually at the four-day, 16-stage event at Henry Maier festival Park on Lake Michigan in Milwaukee, WI. Contests in Photography, freckle, red hair, treasure hunt. Crafts. Tix: $15 daily, children under 12 free. Info: Jane Anderson, Milwaukee Irish Festival, 1532 Wauwatosa Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53213; Ph: 414-476-3378 or 414-217-9793; Fx: 414-476-7712. (Web: www.irishfest.com)
8/14-17; OTTAWA FOLK FEST — Where: Britannia Park, Ottawa, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Sarah Harmer, Rufus Wainwright, Jerry Douglas, Odetta, Broken Social Scene, Carolina Chocolate Drops. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: $25-$95. Info: Tamara Kater, Ottawa Folk Festival, 100 - 858 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 0W6, Canada; Ph: 613-230-8234; Fx: 613-230-1113. (Web: www.ottawafolk.org)
8/14-17; SEMBA BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Cushon’s Peak Cmpgrnd, Houston, Minn. Workshops. Info: Darrell Ottman, SEMBA Bluegrass Festival, P.O. Box 93, Rushford, MN 55971; Ph: 507-288-1785 or 507-864-8109. (Web: www.semba.tv)
8/14-24; SWIFT CURRENT FRINGE FEST — Where: Downtown Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada. Tix: FREE outdoors, $8 indoors. Info: Carisma Toles, 373 Alder Pl., Swift Current, SK S9H 3E5, Canada; Ph: 306-773-1918; Fx: 306-778-3300.
8/15; BOWER’S MANSION BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Washoe Valley, Reno, Nev. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Malcolm Campbell, Northern Nevada Bluegrass Assoc., P.O. Box 3177, Reno, NV 89506; Ph: 775-303-3715. (Web: bowersbluegrassfestival.org) CR HR A
8/15-16; ARIZONA COWBOY POETS GATHERING — Where: Yavapai College, Prescott, Ariz. Featuring: Over 125 old-time working cowboy poets, singers and storytellers. Workshops. Tix: $16 per event. Info: Jim Dunham, Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott, AZ 86301; Ph: 928-776-2000 or 928-772-0301; Fx: 520-776-9053. (Web: www.azcowboypoets.org) CR HR A
8/15-16; CHENANGO BLUES FEST — Where: Chenango Co. Frgrnds, Norwich, N.Y. Tix: $20, adv $15. Info: Eric Larsen, B-22 Hillside House, Norwich, NY 13815; Ph: 607-334-5653; Fx: 607-334-8316. (Web: www.chenangobluesfest.org)
8/15-16; FARGO BLUES FESTIVAL — Where: Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo, ND. Featuring: Jeff Healey Band, Ta Benoit, Anna Popovic, Lil’ Bryan & the Zydeco Travelers and more. Tix: $20 adv. Info: Dan Bredell, Fargo Blues Festival, PO Box 11, Fargo, ND 58107-0177; Ph: 218-287-7775 or 866-55-BLUES . (Web: www.fargobluesfest.com)
8/15-16; HERITAGE FOLK FEST — Where: Newman Sound Outdoor Theatre, Terra Nova National Park, N.L., Canada. Featuring: Traditional, Irish and Newfoundland music. Tix: $3. Info: Heritage Foundation, Terra Nova National Park, General Delivery, Glovertown, NL A0G 2L0, Canada; Ph: 709-533-3145; Fx: 709-533-2104. (Web: www.heritagefoundationtnnp.nl.ca)
8/15-17; AUGUST DULCIMER DAZE — Where: West Dover, Vt. Featuring: Jeff and Janet Furman, Lois Hornbostel, Dan, Gary, and Megan MacArthur. Workshops. Info: George & Mary Haggerty, Folk Craft Music, P.O. Box 88, Jacksonville, VT 05342-0088; Ph: 802-368-7437; Fx: 802-368-7437. (Web: www.augustdulcimerdaze.com) CR HR
8/15-17; BIG BULL FALLS BLUES FEST — Where: Fern Island Park, Wausau, Wis. Info: Terri Parsons, Wausau Area Events Inc., 426 Third St., Wausau, WI 54403; Ph: 715-843-0748 or 877-220-7340; Fx: 715-843-0938. (Web: www.wausauareaevents.org)
8/15-17; CHIPPEWA VALLEY GOSPEL BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Living Waters Church, Bruce, Wis. Info: Truman Stricklen, Living Waters Church, N 7347 Hwy. 40, Bruce, WI 54819; Ph: 715-868-2987; Fx: 715-868-2980. (Web: www.bluegrassatbruce.com)
8/15-17; INNERLEITHEN MUSIC FEST — Where: Innerleithen, Scottish Borders, U.K. Featuring: Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham, Karen Matheson & Band, Mairi Campbell, The Cast, Rallion, Ewan Wilkinson & Sandy Brechin, Henry Douglas & Mac McEwen, Judy Dinning & Kenny Speirs, Scott Gardiner, Hilary Bell & Ian Lowthian, many more. Info: Robin Dempsey, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)17-217-29949. (Web: www.innerleithenmusicfestival.org)
8/15-17; NORTHERN LIGHTS BLUEGRASS & OLD-TYME MUSIC FEST — Where: Big River, Sask., Canada. Featuring: Hungry Hill, Barley Wik, Endless Train, Knee Deep, Lone Tree Road with JJ Guy, Les Trad’badours, Touched Up Roots. Info: Cathy Sproule, Northern Lights Bluegrass & Old-Tyme Fest, 718 10th Street East, Saskatoon, SK S7H 0H1, Canada; Ph: 306-652-0897 or 306-220-2640. (Web: www.northernlightsbluegrass.ca)
8/15-17; OLA BELLE REED HOMECOMING FEST — Where: Lansing, N.C. Featuring: The festival will feature the music of Ola Belle’s husband and sons, musicians who played with her over the years, newer groups that are carrying on her tradition, and local talent. (Web: www.olabellefest.com)
8/15-17; OLD-TIME MUSIC & DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Camp Riverview, Mentone, Ala. Featuring: The New Southern Ramblers, Red Mountain White Trash, Footcape, Gypsy Hicks with calling by Susan Michaels, Susan Davis and Scott Russell. Info: Philip Foster, FOOTMAD, 1452 Milner Crescent, Birmingham, AL 35205; Ph: 205-939-0120. (Web: www.bamalong.com)
8/15-17; PERKINSTOCK BLUEGRASS & OLD-TIME FEST — Where: Blue Hill Frgrnds, Blue Hill, Maine. Info: Jeff Salzmann, P.O. Box 305, Brooklin, ME 04616; Ph: 207-359-2127. (Web: www.perkinstock.com)
8/15-17; PHILADELPHIA FOLK FEST — Where: Old Pool Farm, Schwenksville, Pa. Featuring: Al Stewart, Allison Moorer, Amy Speace, Anthony daCosta, Bearfoot, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet, Ben Arnold, Box Five, Chris Pureka, Compadres, Craig Bickhardt, David Dye, David Massengill, Dennis Hangey, Eilen Jewell, Ellis, Espers, Felice Brothers, Gadji-Gadjo, Gene Shay, Give and Take Jugglers, Great Big Sea, Groovemama, Helen Leicht, Hezekiah Jones, Hoots and Hellmouth, Jack Rose, Jake Shimabukuro, Janis Ian, JD Crowe and The New South, Jim Bianco, John Francis, Judy Collins, Kathy Mattea, Kathy O’Connell, Kenny White, Kierstin Gray, Kimya Dawson, LisaBeth Weber and Maggie Marshall, Lucy Wainwright Roche, Mark Erelli, Matt Duke, Nicole Reynolds, Peasant, Red Molly, Ryan Montbleau, Samuel James, Sharon Van Etten, Sisters 3, Stephen Cohen and the Talk Talk Band, Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers, Steve Earle, Tempest, Terrance Simien, The Baird Sisters, The Lee Boys, The Refugees, The Strangelings, Tin Bird Choir, Tom Paxton, Trout Fishing in America, Ursula Rucker, Vanaver Caravan, Vinx. Workshops in banjo, guitar, duets, songwriting, topical music and more. Crafts. Info: Philadelphia Folk Festival, 7113 Emlen St., Philadelphia, PA 19119; Ph: 215-242-0150 or 800-556-FOLK; Fx: 215-247-0293. (Web: www.folkfest.org) CO CR HR A
8/15-17; PONTARDAWE INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FEST — Where: Parc Ynysderw, Pontardawe, South Wales. Featuring: Pressgang and over 100 others. Tix: wknd £60, family £148. Info: Pontardawe Festival, Festival Office, 44 Swansea Road, Pontardawe, Swansea, SA8 4AL, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)179-283-0200. (Web: www.pontardawefestival.com)
8/15-17; ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOLKS FEST — Where: Lyons, Colo. Featuring: Greg Brown and Friends, many others. Tix: $40-105. Info: Planet Bluegrass, P.O. Box 769, 500 W. Main St., Lyons, CO 80540; Ph: 303-823-0848 or 800-624-2422; Fx: 303-823-0849. (Web: www.bluegrass.com)
8/15-17; SALMON ARM ROOTS & BLUES FEST — Where: Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada. Featuring: Aaron Greg, Andy White, Babe Gurr, Baskery, Caroyln Wonderland, others. Info: Roots & Blues Fest, Salmon Arm Folk Music Society, Box 21, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2, Canada; Ph: 250-833-4096; Fx: 250-833-4097. (Web: www.rootsandblues.ca)
8/15-17; SANDROAD BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Moose Creek, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Northern Sons, Blue River Boys, Pat Ashley & Friends, Dave Nichols & Spare Change, Concession 23, Junior Barber & Bear Tracks, Hard Ryde, Yonder Hill, Leavin Train, Notre Dame de Grass, Foggy Memory Boys, Shady Blue, SweetWater Bluegrass Gospel Band, and more. Workshops in fiddle, guitar, bass and mandolin. Crafts. Tix: wknd $50, $12-25 daily, free rough camping. Info: Brian Kinnear or Gerry & Julie André, P. O. Box 298, R.R # 1, Moose Creek, ON K0C 1W0, Canada; Ph: 613-538-2991; Fx: 613-538-2961. (Web: www.sandroadsugarcamp.com)
8/15-17; SUMMERFOLK MUSIC & CRAFTS FEST — Where: Kelso Beach Park, Owen Sound, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Kim & Reggie Harris, Arrogant Worms, The BeBop Cowboy, Connie Kaldor, Crowfoot, The Pete Devlin Band, DiggingRoots, Dean McTaggart, David Roth, Juanita Wilkins, Eve Goldberg, Adwoa & Fule Badoe, Haines & Leighton, Harry Manx, James Gordon & Sons, Michael Johnston, John Somosi, Little Miss Higgins, The McDades, Le Vent Du Nord, Sara Hickman and more. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: $71-$81 weekend, $5-$46 daily. Info: Carolyn Bigley, Georgian Bay Folk Society, Box 521, Owen Sound, ON N4K 5R1, Canada; Ph: 519-371-2995 or 888-446-7699; Fx: 519-371-2973. (Web: www.summerfolk.org)
8/15-20; KENSINGTON HARVEST FEST — Where: Community Gardens, Kensington, PEI, Canada. Info: Robert Wood, P.O. Box 301, Kensington, PEI C0B 1M0, Canada; Ph: 902-836-3509; Fx: 902-836-3848. (Web: www.exhibitions-festivalspeiae.com/kensingtonharvestfestival.html)
8/16; AFRO CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL DAHLIADE — Where: Bredene, Belgium. Info: Hubert Schmitt, Dienst voor Toerisme Bredene, Kapellestraat 70, Bredene, 8450, Belgium; Ph: +32-059-56-1970; Fx: +32-059-56-1969. (Web: www.afrocaribbean.be)
8/16; AMHERST ISLAND FOLK FESTIVAL — Where: The Lodge on Amherst Island, Stella, Ontario. Info: , Amherst Island Public Radio, CJAI-FM, 5830 Front Road, Stella, ON K0H 2S0, Canada. (Web: www.amherstislandfolkfestival.ca)
8/16; HOT AUGUST BLUES FEST — Where: Oregon Ridge Park, Cockeysville, MD. Featuring: John Hiatt and the Ageless Beauties, Marcia Ball, Bonerama. Info: Brad Selko, Hot August Blues LLC, 16410 Falls Road, Monkton, MD 21111; Ph: 877-321-FEST or 443-865-4048; Fx: 410-472-2730. (Web: www.hotaugustblues.com)
8/16; MAINE HIGHLAND GAMES — Where: Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick, Maine. Crafts. Info: , St. Andrews Society of Maine, P.O. Box 2810, Augusta, ME 04338-2810; Ph: 207-549-7857 or 207-364-3063; Fx: 207-729-1065. (Web: www.mainehighlandgames.org)
8/16; OLALLA BLUEGRASS (& BEYOND) FEST — Where: Olalla Little League Field, Olalla, Wash. Featuring: Prairie Flyer, Runaway Train, Freebo, Rural Delivery, Viper Central, Dewgrass, Eclectic Cloggers and more. Crafts. Tix: $12, kids & seniors $7, Family pass $32, parking $2. Info: Carol Foley, Olalla Bluegrass Festival, 8450 SE Willock Rd., Olalla, WA 98359; Ph: 253-857-5604 or 253-857-5650; Fx: 253-857-5604. (Web: www.olallabluegrass.org)
8/16-17; INTERNATIONAL CELTIC FEST — Where: Hunter Mountain, N.Y. Featuring: Hot House Flowers, The Barley Boys, Andy Cooney, Mac Talla Mor Band, more. Crafts. Tix: $12, kids free. Info: Ginny Terry, Hunter Mountain, Rte 23C, Hunter, NY 12442; Ph: 518-263-4224 x2350; Fx: 518-263-3704. (Web: www.huntermtn.com)
8/16-17; OLD-TIME FIDDLERS’ FAIR — Where: Genesee Country Museum, Mumford N.Y. Featuring: 4 stages of N.Y. fiddlers young and old, beginner and master. Workshops in beginning fiddle. Tix: $14, seniors $11, youth $8. Info: Kathy Marfione, P.O. Box 1410, Mumford, NY 14511; Ph: 585-538-6822 x222; Fx: 585-538-6927. (Web: www.gcv.org)
8/16-22; WHITBY FOLK WEEK — Where: Whitby, North Yorkshire, U.K. Featuring: More than 600 events covering workshops, concerts, singarounds, dances, sessions, street entertainment and the extensive “fringe” events and more. Workshops in music, dance, song, storytelling and more. Crafts. Tix: £128 weekend, £14 - £32 daily. Info: Malcolm Storey, Whitby Folk Week, P.O. Box 44, Selby, North Yorkshire, Y08 9YP, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)127-483-3669; Fx: +44-(0)175-770-8424. (Web: www.whitbyfolkweek.co.uk) CR A
8/17; NORTH RIVER BLUES FEST — Where: Marshfield Fairgrounds, Marshfield, Mass. Featuring: Mark Hummel’s Blues Harmonica Blowout, Coco Montoya, Tony Lynn Washington, Basic Black, Mission of Blues, George Gritzbach Band. Tix: $10 (incl. admission to Fairgrounds). Info: , Rhythm Room Records, Rt. 3 Main St., Marshfield, MA 02050; Ph: 781-834-6629 or 781-834-6620 ; Fx: 781-834-6750. (Web: www.rhythmroomrecords.com)
8/17-21; OPASKWAYAK INDIAN DAYS — Where: The Pas, Man., Canada. Info: Colleen Flett, Opaskwayak Indian Days, Box 10880, Opaskwayak, MB ROB 2JO, Canada; Ph: 204-627-7051; Fx: 204-623-5263. (Web: www.opaskwayak.mb.ca)
8/20-26; WOMEN IN TUNE WOMEN’S MUSIC FEST — Where: Lampeter, Ceredigion, Wales. Featuring: All women artists performing music in a wide variety of genres. Workshops in music. Tix: £165. Info: Women in Tune, Swn Y Fana, Ffarmers, Llanwrda, SA19 8HQ, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1558-650-831. (Web: www.womenintune.co.uk)
8/21-23; MR. B’S BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Mr. B’s Bluegrass Park, Ladysmith, Va. Info: Mr. and Mrs. B., 21037 Green Bay Rd., Beaverdam, VA 23015; Ph: 804-449-6350. (Web: www.mrbsbluegrass.com)
8/21-23; PETERBOROUGH FOLK FEST — Where: Peterborough, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Local and national music, dance and children’s events. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Peterborough Folk Festival, 378 Aylmer St. North, Peterborough, ON K9J 4B9, Canada; Ph: 705-749-3220 or 705-749-1130. (Web: www.ptbofolkfest.ca/) A I
8/21-24; BLISTERED FINGERS FAMILY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Silver Spur Riding Club, Sidney, Maine. Featuring: Dale Ann Bradley, Goldwing Express, III Generation Bluegrass Band, Bluegrass Diamonds, The Adrians, Acoustic BLue, Erica Brown, Blistered Fingers, more. Crafts. Tix: $60, day $10-25. Info: Sandy Cormier, 263 Trafton Rd., Waterville, ME 04901; Ph: 207-873-6539. (Web: www.blisteredfingers.com)
8/21-24; GETTYSBURG BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Granite Hill Cmpgrnd, Gettysburg, Pa. Workshops. Info: Granite Hill Campground, Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival, 3340 Fairfield Rd., Gettysburg, PA 17325; Ph: 800-642-8368 or 717-642-8749; Fx: 717-642-8025. (Web: www.gettysburgbluegrass.com)
8/21-24; MULL OF KINTYRE MUSIC FEST — Where: Campbeltown, Argyll, Scotland. Featuring: Skipinnish, Bodega, Gillian Frame & Friends, Kintyre School Pipe Band and more . Tix: FREE and some ticketed venues. Info: Iain Johnston, Muneroy, Argyll Street, Campbeltown, Argyll, PA28 6AZ, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)158-655-2034 or +44-(0)158-655-2056; Fx: +44-(0)158-655-2065. (Web: www.mokfest.com)
8/21-25; TOWERSEY VILLAGE FEST — Where: near Thame, Oxfordshire, U.K. Featuring: Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes, Kathryn Tickell Band, Lunasa, Martin Simpson Trio, Salsa Celtica, Blowzabella, Chris Wood, The Poozies, and many more. Workshops in music, dance, song and theatre. Tix: £45-£91 full event, £13-£27 daily. Info: Jess Adams, Festival Office, Towersey Village Festival, P.O. Box 296, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3XU, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)162-98-27016 or +44-(0)1629-827017; Fx: +44-(0)162-98-21874. (Web: www.towerseyfestival.com) CO A
8/21-26; EUREKA SPRINGS BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Eureka Springs, Ark. Info: Eureka Festivals, 36 S Main St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632-3639; Ph: 888-855-7823 or 479-253-2586; Fx: 479-253-2567. (Web: eurekaspringsbluegrassfestival.com)
8/22-23; HOT AUGUST BLUES FEST — Where: Kenlake State Resort Park, Hardin, Ky. Info: Kenlake State Resort Park, 542 Kenlake Rd., Hardin, KY 42048-9737; Ph: 800-325-0143 or 270-474-2211. (Web: parks.ky.gov)
8/22-23; OCEAN LAKES BLUEGRASS WEEKEND — Where: Myrtle Beach, S.C. Featuring: Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Cherry Holmes Family, The Bluegrass Strangers, Bluegrass Brothers, Kenny & Amanda Smith and more. Tix: $35. Info: Kris Ziegler, 6001 S. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575; Ph: 800-876-8034 or 843-238-5636. (Web: www.oceanlakes.com)
8/22-24; AMERICAN FOLK FESTIVAL ON THE BANGOR WATERFRONT — Where: Bangor, Maine. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: American Folk Festival on the Bangor Waterfront, 40 Harlow St., Bangor, ME 04401-5102; Ph: 207-992-2630. (Web: www.americanfolkfestival.com)
8/22-24; BANNOCK COUNTY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Bannock Co. Frgrnds, Pocatello, Idaho. Featuring: Digger Davis & Tombstone, Chicken Dinner Road, New South Fork, Will Williams & Gravel Road, Red Desert Ramblers, The Acousticals, The Wild Coyotes, Tradition and Strings Attached. Workshops in Music, beginners and advanced jams, open mic and square dance. Crafts. Tix: $10-35. Info: Diana Morgan, P.O. Box 796, Darrington, WA 98241; Ph: 360-436-1179 or 425-210-8277; Fx: 360-436-1179. (Web: www.bannockcountybluegrassfestival.com)
8/22-24; EAGLEWOOD FOLK FEST — Where: Eaglewood Resort, Pefferlaw, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Sheesham & Lotus, Brian MacMillan, The D. Rangers, David Essig, Darlene, Donné Roberts, Evalyn Parry, Hey Stella, Kobo Town, Kristin Sweetland, Nathan Rogers, Old Man Luedecke, The Perpetrators, T. Nile and Tannis Slimmon. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: $55-$65 weekend, $30-35 daily, $15 eve. Info: Eaglewood Folk Festival, c/o P.O. Box 249, Cannington, ON L0E 1E0, Canada; Ph: 800-437-1567; Fx: 800-437-1567. (Web: www.eaglewoodfolk.com) CO CR HR A I
8/22-24; EDMONTON’S LABATT BLUES FEST — Where: Heritage Amphitheatre, Edmonton, Alb., Canada. Tix: $75 wknd. Info: Cam Hayden, 9334 - 56 St., Edmonton, AB T6B 1J5, Canada; Ph: 780-708-7230. (Web: www.bluesinternationalltd.com)
8/22-24; FESTIVAL OF WORLD CULTURES — Where: Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland. Featuring: World music, theater, dance, circus, club nights, markets, exhibitions and activities for children. Info: Jane Davy, Festival of World Cultures, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Co. Council, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland; Ph: +353-(0)1-2719555 or +353-(0)1-2047272; Fx: +353-(0)1-2360217. (Web: www.festivalofworldcultures.com)
8/22-24; GOOMBAY! — Where: Asheville, N.C. Featuring: a variety of entertainment including Steel Drums, African-America Dancers, local Gospel Groups, and Contemporary Rhythm Bands, along with activities geared for families. Tix: FREE. Info: YMI Cultural Center, 39 S. Market St., Asheville, NC 28801; Ph: 828-252-4614. (Web: www.ymicc.org)
8/22-24; GREAT RIVER FOLK FEST — Where: Univ. of Wisconsin at La Crosse, Wis. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Kathy Fitchuk, Great River Trad. Music Festival, P.O. Box 1434, La Crosse, WI 54602-1434; Ph: 608-784-3033. (Web: www.greatriverfolkfest.org) CR HR A
8/22-24; NEDFEST — Where: Jeff Guercio Memorial Baseball Field, Nederland, Colo. Info: Nederland Music & Arts Festival, Michigan Mike, P.O. Box 830, Nederland, CO 80466; Ph: 303-415-5665 or 877-643-4261. (Web: www.nedfest.com)
8/22-24; PORCUPINE MOUNTAINS MUSIC FESTIVAL — Where: Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Ontonagon, MI. Featuring: The Haggis, Mountain Heart, Gandalf Murphy and the Slambovian Circus of Dreams, John Gorka, Dixie Beeliners, Tony Furtado, Women in Docs, Lehto & Wright, Seth Bernard and Daisy May, Charlie Parr, Paul Mayasich and the Benderheads, Kevin Bowe & the Okemah Prophets, Rory Miller Band, Steppin In It, Rachael Davis, Bates and Foote, Busters Dream, Squeaky Clean Cretins, Zydecology, Reverand Eddie Danger, Cynthia Rintala and Dave Frank, Greenstone, Summit Stunt Pilots, Black River John, and Yvonne Blake. Info: Linda Kermeen, 26156 WM 64, Ontonagon, MI 49953; Ph: 800-344-5355 or 906-884-6197. (Web: www.porkiesfestival.org)
8/22-24; SANTA FE BLUEGRASS & OLD TIME MUSIC FEST — Where: Frgrnds in Santa Fe, N.M. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Steve Morgan, Southwest Pickers, 488 Pyrite Dr. NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124; Ph: 505-891-2829. (Web: www.southwestpickers.org)
8/22-24; SUMMERGRASS BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, Vista, Calif. Workshops. Info: Yvonne Tatar, Summergrass , 12405 Whispering Tree Ln., Poway, CA 92064; Ph: 858-679-4854 or 858-386-8459. (Web: www.summergrass.net)
8/22-24; TAIWANFEST: WORLD IN AN ISLAND — Where: Harbourfront Ctr, Toronto, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Taiwanese dance, music, theatre, film, visual arts, culinary demos and more. Crafts. Info: Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON M5J 268, Canada; Ph: 416-973-4000 or 416-973-4655; Fx: 416-973-6055. (Web: www.harbourfrontcentre.com) A
8/22-24; TWIN OAKS WOMEN’S GATHERING — Where: Twin Oaks, Louisa, Va. Featuring: Dancing, singing, Drumming, Swimming, Creative Activities, Ritual Fun and Games. Workshops. Tix: $40-140. Info: Twin Oaks, 138 Twin Oaks Rd., Louisa, VA 23093; Ph: 540-894-5126 or 540-894-5141; Fx: 540-894-4112. (Web: www.twinoaks.org) CO
8/22-25; SHREWSBURY FOLK FEST — Where: Shrewsbury, Shropshire, U.K. Featuring: Richard Thompson, The Duhks, Bellowhead, Oysterband, Lunasa,The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, The Demon Barber Roadshow, The Doonan Family Band, Boka Halat, Pete Lockett & Joji Hirota, Máire Ní Chathasaigh and Chris Newman, and many more. Contests in open mic. Workshops in various instruments, dance and song. Crafts. Tix: £75 weekend, £240.50 family weekend, £12.50 - £110.50 daily. Info: Sandra Surtees, Shrewsbury Folk Festival, P.O. Box 1568, Bridgnorth, WV15 6YJ, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)174-676-8813; Fx: +44-(0)174-676-8813. (Web: www.shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk)
8/22-25; SOUTHSEA FOLK & ROOTS FEST — Where: Southsea, Hampshire, U.K. Featuring: Jackie Leven, Amy Wadge, Little Johnney England, The Men They Couldn’t Hang, Mike Sanchez & The Portions and more. Tix: FREE and some ticketed venues. Info: The Festival Office, 105 Languard Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 9DR, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)23-9243-6267. (Web: www.barkingspider.abelgratis.com)
8/22-25; THE GREAT BRITISH RHYTHM & BLUES FEST — Where: Colne, Lancashire, U.K. Featuring: Over 600 r&b musicians. Tix: £100 . Info: Alison Goode, The Great British R&B Fest, Bank House, 61 Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0BP, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1282-661234; Fx: +44-(0)1282-661221. (Web: www.bluesfestival.co.uk)
8/22-25; WALDEBRIDGE FOLK FEST — Where: Wadebridge, North Cornwall, U.K. Featuring: Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes, Swarb’s Lazarus, 3 Daft Monkeys, Louis Eliot, Steve Turner and much more. Tix: £58 weekend, £34 children, £12-£24 daily, £7-£14 children. Info: Hobgoblin Music, Polmorla Walk, Wadebridge, PL27 7NS, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)120-881-4638 . (Web: www.wadebridgefolk.co.uk) CO
8/23; BARBERSHOP SING & VINTAGE BASEBALL GAME — Where: Historic Sauder Village, Archbold, Ohio. Featuring: Southern Gateway Chorus. Crafts. Info: Kim Krieger / Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, P.O. Box 235, Archbold, OH 43502; Ph: 800-590-9755 or 419-446-2541; Fx: 419-445-5251. (Web: www.saudervillage.com) CO CR HO HR A
8/23; EAST DURHAM FEIS — Where: East Durham, N.Y. Info: Michael J. Quill Irish Centre, P.O. Box 320, East Durham, NY 12423; Ph: 518-634-2286; Fx: 518-634-2058 . (Web: www.east-durham.org)
8/23; FAR WEST MUSIC FEST — Where: Olema Ranch Camp Grnd, West Marin Co., Calif. Featuring: Hot Buttered Rum String Band, The Mother Hips and Alison Brown Quartet. Tix: $20, students $15, kids free. Info: KWMR-90.5/89.3 FM, , ; Ph: 415-663-8068. (Web: kwmr.org/events.html)
8/23; FIDDLIN’ ON THE FARM — Where: Howell Living History Farm, Titusville, N.J. Contests. Crafts. Info: Kathy Brilla, Howell Living History Farm, 101 Hunter Rd., Titusville, NJ 08560; Ph: 609-737-3299; Fx: 609-737-6524. (Web: www.howellfarm.org)
8/23; MOUNTAIN MUSIC FEST — Where: Appalachian South Folklife Ctr, Pipestem, W.Va. Featuring: Concerts, dance, jamming and more. Info: Shelli Osborne, Appalachian South Folklife Center, P.O. Box 10 Rocky Mt. Rd., Pipestem, WV 25979; Ph: 304-466-0626. (Web: www.folklifecenter.org)
8/23; MUSICK MOUNTAIN BLUES FEST — Where: Shaver Lake, Calif. Info: Musick Mountain Blues Fest, P.O. Box 874, Auberry, CA 93602; Ph: 559-82-BLUES. (Web: www.musickmountainblues.org)
8/23-24; BLACK BELT FOLK ROOTS FEST — Where: Eutaw, Ala. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Black Belt Folk Roots Festival, P.O. Box 566, Eutaw, AL 35462; Ph: 205-372-0525; Fx: 205-372-2243.
8/23-24; ROCKOME GARDENS BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Rockome Gardens, Arcola, Ill. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Terry M. Lease, Rockome Gardens Bluegrass Fest., P.O. Box 456, Jacksonville, IL 62651; Ph: 217-243-3159. (Web: www.bluegrassmidwest.com) CO A
8/23-24; VIVA! CHICAGO LATIN MUSIC FEST — Where: Grant Park, Chicago, Ill. Featuring: Salsa, Latin pop, mariachi, ranchera music and more. Tix: FREE. Info: Veronica Resa, Viva! Chicago Latin Music Fest, Chicago Mayor’s Office of Special Events, 121 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60602; Ph: 312-744-3315 or 312-744-5648; Fx: 312-744-8523. (Web: www.vivachicago.us) A
8/23-26; PICKIN’ IN THE PASTURE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Lodi, N.Y. Featuring: Smokey Greene, Travers Chandler and Avery County, The Bluegrass Brothers, Seneca County Bluegrass, The James King Band, Remington Ryde, Danny Paisley and the Southern Grass, The Abrams Brothers, The Jesse Alexander Band, The Steep Canyon Rangers, Dailey & Vincent, The Frank Wakefield Band, Goldwing Express and Millers Crossing. Contests in Pasture Jam. Workshops in banjo, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, bass and Dobro. Crafts. Tix: wknd $55-70, daily $10-25. Info: Andy Alexander, Pickin’ in the Pasture, 2515 Covert Rd., Lodi, NY 14860; Ph: 607-582-6363. (Web: www.pickininthepasture.com)
8/23-9/24; GREAT TRAIL FEST WEEKEND I — Where: Malvern, Ohio. Featuring: 2 consecutive weekends of music, fiddlers, clogging, Scottish pipers, historical lectures, demos and more. Crafts. Tix: $5. Info: Barbara Garduno, Great Trail Festival, P.O. Box 552, Malvern, OH 44644; Ph: 330-794-9100; Fx: 330-794-9100. (Web: www.greattrailfestival.com) CR HR A
8/24-25; HARBOR SPRINGS CELTIC FEST — Where: Harbor Springs, Mich. Info: Jim Gillespie, Blissfest Music Organization, 325 E. Lake St., Petoskey, MI 49770; Ph: 231-348-7047. (Web: www.blissfest.org)
8/25-31; LEMARS MUSIC FESTIVAL — Where: Plymouth Co. Frgrnds, LeMars, Iowa. Featuring: Over 600 old-time performers, celebrities, workshop hosts and contest participants. Contests in 25 different categories of acoustic old-time music. Workshops in various acoustic instruments. Tix: $55 week, $15 per day. Info: Bob Everhart, NTCMA, P.O. Box 492, 650 Main St., Anita, IA 50020; Ph: 712-762-4363. (Web: www.oldtimemusic.tipzu.com)
8/27-30; SWEET CORN FEST — Where: Millersport, Ohio. Contests. Info: Creative Arts Institute, Inc., Donna Foster, 8021 Kennedy Rd., Blacklick, OH 43004; Ph: 614-759-9407. (Web: www.sweetcornfest.com)
8/28-30; SALMON LAKE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Salmon Lake Park, Grapeland, Tex. Featuring: Louisiana Grass, Randy Waller & Country Gentlemen, The Marksmen, Vern Young, Tennesee Gentlemen, Bill Grant, Salt Grass Band and more. Info: Fannie Salmon, P.O. Box 483, Grapeland, TX 75844; Ph: 936-687-2594; Fx: 936-687-2594. (Web: www.salmonlakepark.com)
8/28-30; TIMPANOGOS STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Orem, Utah. Workshops in storytelling. Info: Orem Public Library, 58 N. State St., Orem, UT 84057; Ph: 801-229-7050; Fx: 801-229-7130. (Web: www.timpfest.org) CR HR A I
8/28-31; BLUEGRASS PICKIN’ TIME LABOR DAY WEEKEND — Where: Carol’s Memorial Bluegrass Park, Dixon, Mo. Featuring: The Kelleeys, Roger Matthews and Jackie Dugan Show, Bluegrass Brigade, Shirley Robertson and Wild Rose, IIIrd Generation, Goldwing Express, Jerry Rosa and String Works Band, The Bankester Family, The Midnight Flight, Arlington, Triple L Band, Audie Blaylock and Redline, Pine Mountain Railroad, Rowden Review, The Martins, The Millers, Bill Jones and the Bluegrass Travelers. Crafts. Tix: wknd $30-35, $8-15 daily. Info: Bill Jones, Bluegrass Pickin’ Time, 19452 Hwy 133, Dixon, MO 65459-6279; Ph: 573-759-3544 or 573-759-6041. (Web: www.bluegrasspickintime.com)
8/28-31; CHICAGO JAZZ FEST — Where: Grant Park, Chicago, Ill. Info: Mayor’s Office of Special Events, City Hall, Room 703, 121 N. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60602; Ph: 312-744-8524 or 312-744-4306; Fx: 312-744-8523. (Web: www.chicagojazzfestival.us)
8/28-31; NORDSJØFESTIVALEN I FARSUND — Where: Farsund, Norway. Featuring: Brovoll|Halvorsen, Sigrid Moldestad, Fiddler’s Bid, Rusk, Hakon Vatle, Seehan & Burgess, Frode Nyvold, Rachel Unthank & the Winterset. Workshops. Info: Tor Steinar Fromreide, Nordsjøfestivalen I Farsund, Kaneheia 54, Farsund, N-4550, Norway; Ph: +47-(0)9112-9863 or +47-(0)3839-1260; Fx: +47-(0)3839-0840. (Web: www.nordsjofestivalen.no)
8/28-31; STRAWBERRY FALL MUSIC FEST — Where: Camp Mather, Yosemite, Calif. Workshops. Info: Strawberry Music Festivals, P.O. Box 664, Jamestown, CA 95327; Ph: 209-984-8630. (Web: www.strawberrymusic.com) CO
8/28-31; THOMAS POINT BEACH BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Thomas Point Beach, Brunswick, Maine. Contests. Crafts. Info: Pati Crooker, Thomas Point Beach Bluegrass Festival, 29 Meadow Rd., Brunswick, ME 04011; Ph: 207-725-6009 or 877-872-4321; Fx: 207-729-1065. (Web: www.thomaspointbeach.com) CO CR HO HR A
8/28-31; TØNDER FEST — Where: Tøønder, southwest coast of Denmark. Featuring: Tom Paxton, Shooglenifty, Ashley MacIsaac, Justin Townes Earle, Tim & Mollie O’Brien, Gráda, Sierra Noble, Valravn, Madviolet, Oysterband, Eddi Reader, Guy Davis, Seth Lakeman, Bruce Guthro, Guy Forsyth, C.J. Chenier & The Red Hot Louisiana Band, Song Island Revue, The Duhks, John McCusker, Kris Drever & Roddy Woomble, Breabach, Anthony da Costa, Caleb Klauder Country Band, Baskery, Haugaard & Høirup, Ross Ainsley & Jarlath Henderson, Bob Kerr’s Whoopee Band. Tix: $20-45. Info: Carsten Panduro, Tønder Festival, Vestergade 80, Tønder, 6270, Denmark; Ph: +45-(0)74-72-4610 or +45-(0)74-72-1000; Fx: +45-(0)74-72-0123 . (Web: www.tf.dk)
8/28-31; WILDWOOD FOLK FEST — Where: Wildwood Springs Lodge, Steelville, Mo. Featuring: The Dillards, Joe Ely, Batdorf and Rodney, Phoebe Snow. Info: Wildwood Springs Lodge, Wildwood Folk Festival, P.O. Box 919 Grand Drive, Steelville, MO 65565; Ph: 573-775-2400 or 573-259-7471. (Web: www.wildwoodspringslodge.com)
8/28-9/1; ASHKENAZ: A FESTIVAL OF YIDDISH CULTURE — Where: Harbourfront Ctr, Toronto, Ont., Canada. Featuring: International artists from all disciplines celebrating Eastern European Jewish culture. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Harbourfront Centre, 642 King St. West, Ste. 100, Toronto, ON M5V 1M7, Canada; Ph: 416-703-5479; Fx: 416-703-5489. (Web: www.harbourfrontcentre.com) A
8/28-9/1; SEPTEMBERFEST — Where: Quest Ctr, Omaha, Neb. Featuring: Fireworks display, petting zoo, live music and entertainment, parade, vendors and artists. Tix: $2. Info: Septemberfest Committee, 3000 Farnam St., Ste. 5 East, Omaha, NE 68131; Ph: 402-346-4800; Fx: 402-346-6669. (Web: www.septemberfestomaha.com)
8/28-9/7; SOUTHERN GOSPEL PICNIC — Where: Silver Dollar City, Branson, Mo. Info: D.A. Callaway, Silver Dollar City Entertainment, 399 Indian Point Rd., Branson, MO 65616; Ph: 800-831-4386 or 417-338-2611; Fx: 417-338-8095. (Web: www.silverdollarcity.com) CR HR A
8/29; HOWLIN’ WOLF MEMORIAL BLUES FEST — Where: West Point, Miss. Featuring: Ernie Southern and the Deltaholics, Caleb Childs, Ben Prestage, Eden Brent, Willie KingBlind MIssissippi Morris and the Black Prairie Blues Kings, Homemade Jamz, Billy Gibson Band. Tix: $20, adv $15. Info: Richard Ramsey, Howlin’ Wolf Blues Society, 1051 E. Main St., West Point, MS 39773; Ph: 662-605-0770; Fx: 662-495-2007. (Web: www.wpnet.org/wolf_festival.htm)
8/29-30; INDIANA STATE PICKING & FIDDLING CHAMPIONSHIPS — Where: Pike Co. Frgnds, Peterburg, Indiana. Contests. Info: Vi Wickam, , ; Ph: 812-589-0000. (Web: www.indianastatefiddle.org)
8/29-30; MAMOU CAJUN MUSIC FEST — Where: Mamou, La. Tix: $5. Info: Mamou Cajun Music Fest, Lafayette Conv. & Visitors Comm., P.O. Box 52066, Lafayette, LA 70505; Ph: 337-468-3272 or 337-468-3993. (Web: www.mamoucajunmusicfestival.com)
8/29-30; MINNESOTA FLATPICKING GUITAR CHAMPIONSHIP & DUET COMPETITION — Where: Heritage Stage, Minnesota State Fair, Richmond, Minn. Featuring: The best flatpicking guitarists and performing duos of Minnesota competing for a variety of prizes in several categories. Contests. Info: Jed Malischke, MBOTMA, P.O. Box 16408, Minneapolis, MN 55416; Ph: 800-635-3037; Fx: 715-635-2479. (Web: www.minnesotabluegrass.org) CO HO
8/29-30; SMOKY MOUNTAIN FOLK FEST — Where: Stuart Auditorium, Lake Junaluska, N.C. Tix: $7.50-10 per night. Info: Joe Sam Queen, Smoky Mountain Folk Fest, 71 Pigeon St., Waynesville, NC 28786; Ph: 828-452-1688; Fx: 828-452-1626. (Web: www.smokymountainfolkfestival.com) CR HR A
8/29-31; AMERISERV JOHNSTOWN FOLK FEST — Where: Johnstown, Pa. Tix: FREE. Info: Shelley Johansson, Johnstown Area Heritage Assoc., P.O. Box 1889, Johnstown, PA 15907-0889; Ph: 814-539-1889 x308 or 888-222-1889; Fx: 814-535-1931. (Web: www.jaha.org/FolkFest/performers.html)
8/29-31; BARNES FAMILY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Mercer Co. Frgrnds, Aledo, Ill. Info: Cathy Wonderlich, 1504 13th Ave., Moline, IL 61265; Ph: ; Fx: 309-762-9610. (Web: www.barnesbluegrass.com)
8/29-31; BASS MOUNTAIN LABOR DAY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Bass Mountain Music Park, Snow Camp, N.C. Featuring: National, regional and local bluegrass artists. Crafts. Tix: $45-$90 multiple days, $15-$30 daily, kids 6-12 $5. Info: Mike Wilson, Crosstie Productions LLC, 4060-M Harper Trail, Burlington, NC 27215; Ph: 336-229-9055. (Web: www.bassmountain.com)
8/29-31; CHILLIWACK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Chilliwack Heritage Park, B.C., Canada. Featuring: Special Consensus, Midnight Flight, Town Mountain, Digger Davis and Tombstone, The Breakmen, Stay Tuned, Borderline Drive, Queen’s Bluegrass. Workshops. Info: Rod Hudson, Chilliwack Arts Council, 45899 Henderson Ave., Chilliwack, BC V2P 2X6, Canada; Ph: 604-792-2069; Fx: 604-792-2640. (Web: www.chilliwackartscouncil.com)
8/29-31; DELAWARE VALLEY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Salem Co. Frgrnds, Woodstown, N.J. Featuring: Del McCoury, Doyle Lawson, Red Stick Ramblers, Claire Lynch, Blue Highway, Dan Paisley, Shoe Fly, Steep Canyon Rangers. Crafts. Tix: wknd $80, day $30-35. Info: Carl Goldstein, Brandywine Friends of Old Time Music, P.O. Box 3672, Greenville, DE 19807; Ph: 302-635-3001. (Web: www.delawarevalleybluegrass.org)
8/29-31; DUSK ‘TIL DAWN BLUES FEST — Where: Down Home Blues Club, Rentiesville, Okla. Contests in battle of the bands. Workshops. Tix: $15. Info: Selby Minner, Friends of Rentiesville Blues, Inc, 701 DC Minner St., Rentiesville , OK 74459; Ph: 918-473-2411. (Web: www.dcminnerblues.com/bluesfest.htm)
8/29-31; FYLDE FOLK FEST — Where: Marine Hall, Fleetwood, Lancashire, U.K. Featuring: Show of Hands, John Tams & Barry Coope, Tim Van Eyken Trio, The Omega 3, Jez Lowe & The Bad Pennies, Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, Debby McLatchy, Uiscedwr, Bernard Wrigley, Mad Agnes, Bruce Mathiske, Keith Donnelly, Askew Sisters, Daimh, Strawhead, Flossie, 4Square, Isambarde, Tom Topping Band, Ruth Notman, Alan Bell Band, Brian Preston Duo, Bryony, Gary & Vera Aspey, Cross o Thands, Vicky Swann & Jonny Dyer, Edwina Hayes, Stanley Accrington, Scolds Bridle, Hughie Jones, Michael Kennedy, Capt, Cooper’s Motley Crew, Derek Gifford, Pat Ryan, Andrew Green, Hard Times, Ian Gartside Band, Penny Black, Fleetwood Mashers, Hugh O’Donnell, Red Duster, Bruce Hogg, Festival Ceilidh Band, Nick Snell, Joe & Maureen Nicholson, Neil Brook, Roisin & Niamh Boadle, Dave Walmisley, Tom Walsh, Johnny Jump Up, Paul D, Wrigley, Rough Mix, Anna Shannon, Camellia, Joe Crane, Spitting on a Roast, Roger Barnes, Pete & Barbara Snape, Les Sullivan, Alan Whittle, Shell Back Chorus. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: wknd £50-56. Info: Alan Bell, Director, Fylde Folk Festival, 55 The Strand, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 8NP, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)125-387-2317 or +44-(0)1253-885203; Fx: +44-(0)125-387-8382. (Web: www.fylde-folk-festival.com) CR A
8/29-31; KANSAS CITY IRISH FEST — Where: Crown Ctr. Square, Kansas City, Mo. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Keli O’Neill Wenzel, Kansas City Irish Fest, P.O. Box 5891, Kansas City, MO 64171; Ph: 816-561-7555 or 816-997-0837; Fx: 816-561-8519. (Web: www.kcirishfest.com)
8/29-31; KERRVILLE WINE & MUSIC FEST — Where: Quiet Valley Ranch, Kerrville, Tex. Crafts. Tix: $70/wknd; $30-35/day; adv. discounts. Info: Dalis Allen, Kerrville Folk Festival, P.O. Box 291466, Kerrville, TX 78029-1945; Ph: 830-257-3600 or 800-435-8429; Fx: 830-257-8680. (Web: www.kerrvillefolkfestival.com)
8/29-31; LABOR DAY WEEKEND GOSPEL SING — Where: Dominion Valley Park, Stuart, Va. Featuring: The Inspirations, Primitive Quartet, Village Singers, Mike Upright, Singing Cookes, Watkins Family, Narrow Way, more. Tix: $25/wknd; $15/day. Info: James Cecil Hall, 481 Dominion Valley Ln., Stuart , VA 24171; Ph: 276-694-7009. (Web: www.dominionvalleypark.net)
8/29-31; OFF THE TRACKS FEST — Where: Castle Donington, Derbyshire, U.K. Featuring: Dreadzone, Eat Static, Kissmet, Oojami, Tarantism, Hayokee, The Lancashire Hotpots,Satkirin Kaur Khalsa, Temple Hedz, Akahum, The Hang Project , Eddy Morton, Mark Gwynne Jones & Phsychicbread, Fat Digester, chechelele, Kasai Masai, Tribal Underground, Losco State Opera, Dyson & Kane, Inter Africa Spokane, Sangat, Dr Mat, DJ Edgie, AJ and more. Info: Andy Cooper, Off the Tracks, P.O. Box 68, Derby, DE1 3EH, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)789-982-6955. (Web: www.offthetracks.co.uk)
8/29-31; RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST — Where: Ninigret Park, Charlestown, R.I. Workshops in instruments, voice and dance. Crafts. Info: Lisa Husted, Office Mgr., Rhythm and Roots Festival, P.O. Box 535, Utica, NY 13503-0535; Ph: 888-855-6940 or 315-738-0356; Fx: 315-724-2750. (Web: www.rhythmandroots.com) CO CR HR A
8/29-31; SHELTER VALLEY FOLK FEST — Where: Henkel Farm, Grafton, Canada. Featuring: Valdy, Lynn Miles, Rose Cousins, Ray Bonneville, Laura Smith, John Bottomlee, Kobo Town. Tix: $5-$60. Info: Aengus Finnan, The Shelter Valley Folk Festival, P.O.Box 29, Grafton, ON K0K 2G0, Canada; Ph: 905-355-1244 or 866-612-SVFF. (Web: www.sheltervalley.com)
8/29-31; THIRSTY EAR FEST — Where: Eaves Movie Ranch, Santa Fe, N.M. Info: Mike Koster, Thirsty Ear Festival, P.O. Box 29600, Santa Fe, NM 87592; Ph: 505-473-5723. (Web: www.thirstyearfestival.com)
8/29-31; THUMBFEST — Where: Lexington, Mich. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: George Stewart, 5667 Old Orchard Bluff, P.O. Box 83, Lexington, MI 48450; Ph: 810-359-2916. (Web: www.thumbfest.org)
8/29-311; FOUR CORNERS FOLK FEST — Where: Reservoir Hill Park, Pagosa Springs, Colo. Featuring: Earl Scruggs and Friends & Family, Crooked Still, The Infamous Stringdusters, Over the Rhine, The Belleville Outfit, Boulder Acoustic Society, Anne & Pete Sibley and many more. Workshops in instruments, songwriting, vocals, more. Crafts. Info: Crista Munro, Four Corners Folk Festival, P.O. Box 3665, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147; Ph: 970-731-5582; Fx: 970-731-5582. (Web: www.folkwest.com)
8/29-9/1; BLANDFORD FAIR FIDDLE CONTEST — Where: Blandford, Mass. Featuring: Jamming and more. Contests in fiddle. Info: Chris Keenan, P.O. Box 3, Blandford, MA 01008; Ph: 413-848-2177. (Web: www.theblandfordfair.com)
8/29-9/1; LABOR DAY PICNIC — Where: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Live Oak, Fla. Featuring: Great family weekend with live music and kids’ activities. Crafts. Info: Marsha Lee, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, 3076 95th Dr., Live Oak, FL 32060; Ph: 904-364-1683; Fx: 904-364-2998. (Web: www.musicliveshere.com) CO HO A
8/29-9/1; SOBER IN THE SUN — Where: Treasure Valley Scout Reservation, Rutland, Mass. Featuring: An alcohol- and drug-free weekend with live music. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Daniel Ripley, Sober In The Sun, P.O. Box 60545, Worcester, MA 01606; Ph: 508-832-4040. (Web: www.soberfestival.com) CO HO A I
8/30; DC BLUES FEST — Where: Carter Baron Amphitheatre, Washington, D.C. Tix: FREE. Info: Felix McClairen, D.C. Blues Society, P.O. Box 77315, Washington, DC 20013-7315; Ph: 202-682-8490 or 202-962-0112. (Web: www.dcblues.org)
8/30; McLAIN CELTIC FEST — Where: Two Mile House, Carlisle, Pa. Featuring: Irish and Scottish dancers, music, Highland athletics, Scottish clans, vendors and authentic food. Info: Joan McBride, Two Mile House, 1189 Walnut Bottom Rd., Carlisle, PA 17013; Ph: 717-243-3437 or 717-249-7610 ; Fx: 717-243-9332. (Web: www.historicalsociety.com)
8/30-31; BIG MUDDY BLUES FEST — Where: Laclede’s Landing, St. Louis, Mo. Featuring: Dona Oxford Band, Big George Brock & The Houserockers, Kenny Neal, Coco Montoya, Sonny Rhodes, Ruthie Foster, Michael Burks, Bettye LaVette. Tix: FREE. Info: Dawne Massey, Laclede’s Landing Merchant’s Assoc., 718 N. 3rd St., St. Louis, MO 63102; Ph: 314-241-5875; Fx: 314-241-2313. (Web: www.lacledeslanding.com/events/blues.html)
8/30-31; CAPITAL DISTRICT SCOTTISH GAMES — Where: Altamont Frgrnds, Altamont, N.Y. Contests in pipe bands, Highland athletics, piping & drumming solos, Highland dancing. Info: Altamont Fairgrounds, P.O. Box 2135, Scotia, NY 12302; Ph: 518-785-5951 or 518-456-3510 . (Web: www.scotgames.com) CO HO A
8/30-31; LONG BEACH BLUES FEST — Where: North Athletic Field, Cal-State Long Beach, Calif. Info: KKJZ 88.1 FM, 1288 N. Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90815; Ph: 562-985-1686 or 562-985-5566; Fx: 562.597.8453. (Web: www.kkjz.org)
8/30-31; MEMPHIS MUSIC & HERITAGE FEST — Where: Memphis, Tenn. Info: The Center for Southern Folklore, 119 S. Main St., Memphis, TN 38103; Ph: 901-525-3655. (Web: www.southernfolklore.com) CR HR A
8/30-31; SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA ZYDECO FEST — Where: Zydeco Park, Plaisance, La. Tix: $10. Info: Kelly Strenge, P.O. Box 52066, Lafayette, LA 70505; Ph: 337-232-3737 or 337-942-2392; Fx: 337-232-0161. (Web: www.zydeco.org)
8/30-31; TUMBLEWEED MUSIC FEST — Where: Howard Amon Park, Richland, Wash. Featuring: Over 100 acts in trad and contemporary folk, blues, bluegrass, ballet, Gospel, Cajun, Celtic, Caribbean, classical, jazz, western and country, opera, drama, Middle Eastern, folklorico, old-time music and dance, and more. Contests in songwriting. Workshops in music and dance. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Three Rivers Folklife Society, P.O. Box 1098, Richland, WA 99352; Ph: 509-528-2215; Fx: 509-371-9014. (Web: www.3rfs.org) CR HR A
8/30-9/1; BUMBERSHOOT: THE SEATTLE ARTS FEST — Where: Seattle, Wash. Crafts. Info: One Reel, Bumbershoot, PO Box 9750 , Seattle, WA 98109; Ph: 206-281-7788; Fx: 206-281-7799. (Web: www.bumbershoot.org)
8/30-9/1; FESTIVAL OF IROQUOIS ARTS — Where: Iroquois Indian Museum, Howes Cave, N.Y. Featuring: Iroquois singers, dancers and storytellers, plus a large Iroquois art market. Crafts. Info: Erynne Ansel-McCabe, Iroquois Indian Museum, P.O. Box 7 , Howes Cave, NY 12092; Ph: 518-296-8949; Fx: 518-296-8955. (Web: www.iroquoismuseum.org)
8/30-9/1; GREAT TRAIL FEST WEEKEND II — Where: Malvern, Ohio. Featuring: 2 consecutive weekends of music, fiddlers, clogging, Scottish pipers, historical lectures, demos and more. Crafts. Tix: $5. Info: Barbara Garduno, Great Trail Festival, P.O. Box 552, Malvern, OH 44644; Ph: 330-794-9100; Fx: 330-794-9100. (Web: www.greattrailfestival.com) CR HR A
8/30-9/1; NEWPORT WATERFRONT IRISH FEST — Where: Newport Yachting Ctr, R.I. Crafts. Info: Newport Yachting Center, P.O. Box 550, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840-9949; Ph: 401-846-1600; Fx: 401-847-7754. (Web: www.newportfestivals.com) A
8/31; NEW WORLD FEST — Where: Historic Chandler Music Hall and nearby venues, Randolph, Vt. Featuring: Over 50 performers of Celtic and traditional northern music. Crafts. Info: Becky McMeekin, Chandler Music Cultural Arts Foundation, 71-73 Main St., Randolph, VT 05060 ; Ph: 802-728-9878 or 802-889-3246; Fx: 802-889-3246. (Web: www.newworldfestival.com) CR HR A
8/31-9/1; FOX VALLEY FOLK MUSIC & STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Island Park, Geneva, Ill. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Juel Ulven, Fox Valley Folk Festival, 755 N. Evanslawn Ave., Aurora, IL 60506; Ph: 630-897-3655 or 630-844-3655; Fx: 630-897-0061. (Web: www.foxvalleyfolk.com) CR HR A
8/31-9/1; PIONEER FLORIDA DAYS FEST — Where: Pioneer Florida Museum, Dade City, Fla. Featuring: A variety of entertainment, music groups, storytellers, exhibits, children’s games, food, Civil War reenactments and more. Crafts. Tix: $6, students $2, kids under 5 free. Info: Christine Smith, Pioneer Florida Museum, P.O. Box 335, Dade City, FL 33525; Ph: 352-567-0262; Fx: 352-567-1262. (Web: www.pioneerfloridamuseum.org)
September
9/1-2; BUDWEISER ILLINOIS BLUES FEST — Where: Riverfront Park, Peoria, Ill. Info: Jay Goldberg, Illinois Blues Festival, 1115 Oregon St., Ste. A, Urbana, IL 61801; Ph: 217-278-7400 or 309-208-4300. (Web: www.jaytv.com/blues18)
9/1-2; OAKLAND ART & SOUL FEST — Where: City Ctr, Oakland, Calif. Featuring: Blues performers. Info: Ronnie Stewart, Bay Area Blues Society, 408 13th St., Ste. 512, Oakland, CA 94612; Ph: 510-836-2227 or 707-647-3962. (Web: www.bayareabluessociety.net)
9/3-7; FRALEY MOUNTAIN MUSIC GATHERIN’ — Where: Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, Ky. Workshops. Info: Coy Ainsley, Carter Caves State Resort Park, 344 Caveland Dr., Olive Hill, KY 41164; Ph: 606-286-4411 or 800-325-0059; Fx: 606-286-8165. (Web: www.reedisland.com/RIR/fraleyfest.htm)
9/4-6; BEAN BLOSSOM BLUES, BREWS & BBQ FEST — Where: Bill Monroe Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Bean Blossom, Ind. Info: Dwight Dillman, Bean Blossom Bluegrass, 5163 State Rd. 135 North, Bean Blossom, IN 46160; Ph: 800-414-4677 or 812-988-6422; Fx: 812-988-1203. (Web: www.beanblossom.com) CO HO A
9/4-6; TWIN OAKS PARK BLUEGRASS CONVENTION — Where: Twin Oaks Park, Hoboken, Ga. Crafts. Tix: $20. Info: Ira W. Crews, Twin Oaks Park Bluegrass Convention, Rt. 1, Box 115, Hoboken, GA 31542; Ph: 912-458-2365; Fx: 912-458-2365. (Web: www.twinoakspark.com) CO HO A
9/4-7; LONGS PEAK SCOTTISH/IRISH HIGHLAND FEST — Where: Stanley Park, Estes Park, Colo. Contests. Crafts. Info: Ann Neering, Longs Peaks Scottish/Irish Highland Fest, P.O. Box 1820, Estes Park, CO 80517; Ph: 800-90-ESTES or 970-586-6308; Fx: 970-586-5328. (Web: www.scotfest.com) CR HR A
9/4-7; NATIONAL COWBOY SYMPOSIUM & CELEBRATION — Where: Memorial Civic Ctr, Lubbock, Tex. Featuring: Cowboy poets, musicians and storytellers. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: National Cowboy Symposium and Celebration, P.O. Box 6638, Lubbock, TX 79493; Ph: 806-798-7825 or 806-795-2455 ; Fx: 806-795-4749. (Web: www.cowboy.org)
9/5-6; FIDDLER’S FEST — Where: Festival Field, Renfro Valley, Ky. Info: David Brumett, Renfro Valley , P.O. Box 19, Renfro Valley, KY 40473; Ph: 800-765-7464 or 606-256-2638; Fx: 606-256-0092. (Web: www.renfrovalley.com)
9/5-6; GREATER OZARKS BLUES FEST — Where: Downtown Springfield, Mo. Info: Janis Bennett, Springfield Symphony Assn, 411 N Sherman Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65802-3652; Ph: 417-864-6683. (Web: www.greaterozarksbluesfest.com)
9/5-6; MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST BLUES & HERITAGE FEST — Where: Jackson Co. Frgrnds, Pascagoula, Miss. Info: Jackson County Fairgrounds, P.O. Box 998, Pascagoula, MS 39568; Ph: 228-497-5493.
9/5-6; SMOKY MOUNTAIN FIDDLERS CONVENTION — Where: Legion Field, Loudon, Tenn. Contests in bluegrass individual and band. Crafts. Info: , , ; Ph: 865-986-6822; Fx: 865-458-4002. (Web: www.visitloudoncounty.com)
9/5-6; ZIEGLER KETTLE MORAINE JAZZ FESTIVAL — Where: Riverside Park, West Bend, Wis. Featuring: international jazz musicians and vocalists in an outdoor setting. Info: Dave Amoroso, Ron Sonntag Public Relations, Inc., 9406 N. 107th St., Milwaukee, WI 53224; Ph: 877-271-6903 or 414- 354-0200 x 108. (Web: www.kmjazz.com)
9/5-7; 9TH ST. BLUEGRASS GOSPEL FEST — Where: Spooner, Wis. Info: Verna Shell, N5701 9th St., Spooner, WI 54801; Ph: 715-635-9130. (Web: www.9thstreetfestival.homestead.com)
9/5-7; CELTICFEST MISSISSIPPI — Where: Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Museum, Jackson, Miss. Workshops in music, dance and cultural heritage. Info: Don Penzien, Celtic Heritage Society, P.O. Box 5166, Jackson, MS 39296-5166; Ph: 601-366-2775. (Web: www.celticfestms.org) CR HR A
9/5-7; HARVEST FEST — Where: Cashman Ctr, Las Vegas, Nev. Featuring: Unique handmade arts & crafts, roaming & stage entertainment, gourmet food and more . Info: Lori Walker, Western Exhibitors, 2181 Greenwich St., San Francisco, CA 94123; Ph: 415-447-3205 or 415-447-3217; Fx: 415-346-4965. (Web: www.harvestfestival.com)
9/5-7; SIMCOE MOUNTAIN MUSIC & DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Brooks Memorial State Park, Goldendale, Wash. Tix: $65, 16 & under $35, 2 & under free. Info: Tim Southworth, 180 Box Canyon Rd., Goldendale, WA 98620; Ph: 509-773-4277; Fx: 509-773-4387. (Web: community.gorge.net/mcfs/simcoe.htm)
9/5-7; SISTERS FOLK FEST — Where: Sisters, Ore. Contests. Crafts. Info: Katy Yoder/Events Director, Sisters Folk Festival, P.O. Box 3500, PMB 304, Sisters, OR 97759; Ph: 541-549-4979; Fx: 541-549-4979. (Web: www.sistersfolkfestival.org)
9/5-7; SWANAGE FOLK FEST — Where: Dorset, U.K. Featuring: Little Johnny England, Peggy & PJ (Dave Pegg & PJ Wright), Jez Lowe & The Bad Pennies, The New Scorpion Band, Dansaul, Pete Coe, Mad Agnes, Keith Donnelly, Kimbers Men, Quicksilver, Pete Scrowther, Sid Kipper, Four Hand Reel, Issy & David Emeney with Kate Riaz, Cave, Tinderbox, Maerlock, Mary Jane, Lou Brown Band, Dustbowl String Band and more. Tix: TBA. Info: Swanage Tourist Information Centre, Shore Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1LB, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)8704-420680 or +44-(0)1924-422885 . (Web: www.swanagefolkfestival.co.uk)
9/5-7; TMSA KIRRIEMUIR TRADITIONAL MUSIC FEST — Where: Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland. Featuring: Scottish traditional music and song including competitions, ceilidhs and concerts. Info: Patrick Newman, Rose Cottage, Cortachy, Kirriemuir, Angus, Scotland, DD8 4LX, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1575-540-261. (Web: www.kirriefestival.org)
9/5-7; WHEATLAND TRADITIONAL MUSIC FEST — Where: Remus, Mich. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Wheatland Music Organization, P.O. Box 22, Remus, MI 49340; Ph: 989-967-8879; Fx: 989-967-8562 . (Web: www.wheatlandmusic.org) CR
9/5-13; BLAS FEST — Where: Across the Highlands of Scotland. Featuring: Gaelic and Highland music and culture. Info: Blas Festival, Co Crask of Aigas, Inverness-shire, IV4 7AD, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)1463-783032. (Web: www.blas-festival.com)
9/5-28; DOLLYWOOD’S BBQ & BLUEGRASS — Where: Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Info: Dollywood, 1020 Dollywood Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-4101; Ph: 800-DOLLYWOOD or 865-428-9488. (Web: www.dollywood.com)
9/6; FIESTA SEPTIEMBRE — Where: Wickenburg Community Ctr, Wickenburg, Ariz. Info: Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce, 216 N. Frontier St., Wickenburg, AZ 85390; Ph: 928-684-5479; Fx: 928-684-5470. (Web: www.wickenburgchamber.com)
9/6; FIGHTING BOB FEST — Where: Sauk Co. Frgrnds, Baraboo, Wis. Info: Laura Boyd, Fighting Bob Festival, P.O. Box 2131, Madison, WI 53701; Ph: 608-256-1339 or 608-354-8010. (Web: www.fightingbobfest.org)
9/6; Harvest Fest — Where: Nashoba Valley Winery, Bolton, Mass. Featuring: Live music, apple-picking, a traditional barbecue, hay rides and children’s entertainment. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Music In The Orchard, Nashoba Valley Winery, 100 Wattaquadoc Hill Rd., Bolton, MA 01740; Ph: 978-779-5521; Fx: 978-779-5523. (Web: www.nashobawinery.com)
9/6; SOUTHERN & BLUEGRASS GOSPEL MUSIC FEST — Where: Snyder Music Park, Halltown, Mo. Featuring: Lonesome Road, Salt Creek, The Millers, Duke Mason and the Heartland Band, Golden Road, Canaan Bound, King’s Travelers, Country Harmony, Green Valley Grass and George Bryant. Crafts. Tix: $10. Info: Virginia Snyder, Snyder Music Park, 1347 E. Broadmoor St., Springfield, MO 65804; Ph: 417-882-6621. (Web: virginiasnyder.netfirms.com)
9/6; TURTLE HILL FOLK FEST — Where: Markus Park, near Rochester, Honeoye Falls, N.Y. Workshops. Info: Tom Taylor, Festival Chair, Golden Link Folksinging Society, P.O. Box 28, Perkinsville, NY 14529; Ph: 585-229-4963 or 585-728-5572. (Web: www.goldenlink.org) CO A
9/6-7; HARVEST MOON FOLK FEST — Where: Warwick Valley Winery, Warwick, N.Y. Tix: (per day) $10/adv; $15/gate. Info: Jeremy Kidde, Warwick Valley Winery, 114 Little York Rd., Warwick, NY 10990; Ph: 845-258-4858 or 845-258-6020; Fx: 845-258-6055. (Web: www.wvwinery.com)
9/6-21; YANKEE PEDDLER FEST — Where: Clay’s Park Resort, Canal Fulton, Ohio. Featuring: 3 consecutive weekends of old-time bands, wandering musicians, children’s theater, puppet shows and more. Crafts. Info: Frank Cajka, Yankee Peddler Fest, P.O. Box 458, Sharon Center, OH 44274; Ph: 800-535-5634 or 330-665-3669; Fx: 412-831-2526. (Web: www.yankeepeddlerfestival.com)
9/7; BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Albert Music Hall, Waretown N.J. Info: Pinelands Cultural Society, P.O. Box 657, Waretown, NJ 08758; Ph: 609-971-1593 or 732-269-6418; Fx: 732-747-3547. (Web: www.alberthall.org) CR A
9/7; OCEAN COUNTY BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Albert Music Hall, Waretown, N.J. Tix: $8/adults; $1/under-12. Info: Ocean County Bluegrass Festival, Pinelands Cultural Society, P.O. Box 657, Waretown, NJ 08758; Ph: 609-971-1593. (Web: www.alberthall.org) CR A
9/7-13; ARBUCKLE MTN. BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Arbuckle Mtn. Bluegrass Park, Wynnewood, Okla. Info: Rosemary Bowen, Arbuckle Mountain Park, Rt. 2, Box 216, Wynnewood, OK 73098; Ph: 405-665-5226. (Web: www.arbucklemtbluegrasspark.com) CO HO A
9/9-14; HARVEST JAZZ & BLUES FEST — Where: Fredericton, N.B., Canada. Featuring: The Derek Trucks Band and 125 performances on 20 stages. Workshops in drumming and songwriting. Crafts. Tix: from free to $150. Info: Erin Pelerine, Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival , 81 Regent Street, Fredericton, NB E3B 6Y8, Canada; Ph: 888-NB-BLUES or 506-454-2583; Fx: 506-457-1815. (Web: www.harvestjazzandblues.com)
9/11-13; BLUES, BREWS & BBQ — Where: Charlotte, N.C. Featuring: A celebration of art, culture and community. Info: Devon O’Shaughnessy, Charlotte Shout, 200 S. Tryon St. Ste. 1600, Charlotte, NC 28202; Ph: 704-332-2227; Fx: 704-332-9592. (Web: www.charlotteshout.com)
9/11-13; FALL BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Lester Flatt Memorial Park, Otto, Ark. Info: Elizabeth Kuykendall, Lester Flatt Memorial Park, 50 Lester Flatt Dr., Vilonia, AR 72173; Ph: 501-835-2451 or 501-796-2030; Fx: 501-835-2476. (Web: www.arkansasbluegrass.com) CO HO A
9/11-13; MOHICAN BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Mohican Wilderness, Glenmont, Ohio. Featuring: Faces Made for Radio, Muleskinner, Rarely Herd, Vernon McIntyre’s Appalachian Grass, Limited Edition Bluegrass Band, Northwest Territory, The Hart Brothers Band, Grasstowne, Carrie Hassler & Hard Rain, Bradley Walker, Karl Shiflett & Big Country. Tix: wknd $50-$55, daily $12-33. Info: Ken Wobbecke, Mohican Wilderness Camp, 22462 Wally Rd., Glenmont, OH 44628; Ph: 740-599-6741. (Web: www.mohicanwilderness.com) CO HO A
9/11-14; BERKELEY OLD-TIME MUSIC CONVENTION — Where: Various locations, Berkeley, Calif. Featuring: Benton Flippen, Paul Brown, Frank Bode, Sheila Kay Adams, Rayna Gellert, Caleb Klauder & Sammy Lind, Foghorn Stringband, Evo Bluestein, Stairwell Sisters, Squirrelly String Band, Brandy Snifters, Molly Tenenbaum, Bill Martin, Jordan Ruyle. Tix: $15-20, some events free. Info: Suzy Thompson, BOTMC, co Freight & Salvage, 1111 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94705; Ph: 510-848-5018. (Web: www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org)
9/11-14; LINLITHGOW FOLK FEST — Where: Linlithgow, West Lothian, Scotland. Featuring: Singing sessions, song writing for adults and for children, playing the spoons and other musical instruments, dance. Ph: +44-(0)1506-433634. (Web: www.linlithgowfolk.com)
9/11-14; POLKAMOTION BY THE OCEAN — Where: Rehoboth Beach, Del. Info: Polkamotion, Gilbert & Michael Ziemski, 229 Rehoboth Ave, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971; Ph: 410-388-1998 or 410-526-4744. (Web: www.rbpolka.com) CR HR A
9/12-13; MADISON WORLD MUSIC FEST — Where: Wisconsin Union Theater and Union Terrace in Madison, Wisc. Info: Terry O’Laughlin, WORT-FM, 118 S. Bedford St., Madison, WI 53704; Ph: 608-256-2001. (Web: www.union.wisc.edu/worldmusic/)
9/12-13; PARK SLOPE OLD-TIME & BLUEGRASS JAMBOREE — Where: Park Slope, Brooklyn, N.Y. Workshops in mandolin, fiddle, guitar, banjo, harmony singing and more. Info: James Reams / Tina Aridas, Mountain Redbird Music, 565 9th St., Brooklyn, NY 11215; Ph: 718-965-8490 or 718-788-2048; Fx: 718-504-4679. (Web: www.jamesreams.com)
9/12-13; RACCOON CREEK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Dallas, Ga. Info: L.W. Rakestraw, 1265 Tibbitts Rd., Dallas, GA 30132; Ph: 770-445-3574 or 770-943-2721.
9/12-14; BLUES AT THE BEACH FEST — Where: Beachstreet Pavilion, Virginia Beach, Va. Info: Beach Events, 302 22nd St., 2nd Fl., Virginia Beach, VA 23451; Ph: 757-425-3111; Fx: 757-425-9283. (Web: www.beacheventsfun.com)
9/12-14; BROMYARD FOLK FEST — Where: Bromyard, Herefordshire, U.K. Featuring: Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes, Cherish the Ladies, Spiers & Boden, Tarras, Nancy Kerr & James Fagan, The Omega 3, Faustus, Bob Fox, Mike & Ali Vass, Kerfuffle, Park Bench Social Club, Sarah McQuaid, Wheeler Street, Jack McNeill & Charlie Heys, Whapweasel, The QP, Steamchicken, Brian Peters, Malthouse Passage, Ceridwen Davies, Maz O’Connor, Dr Sunshine, Tunewrights, Martyn Harvey, Johnny Collins, John Waltham, Jim Mageean, Mary Humphreys & Anahata, Jan’s Blackboard Van and many many more. Workshops. Info: Bromyard Folk Festival, P.O. Box 729, Suckley, Worcester, WR6 5WQ, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)777-283-1860; Fx: +44-(0)153-167-0593. (Web: www.bromyard-folk-festival.org.uk)
9/12-14; FOOTMAD FALL FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL FOLK MUSIC & DANCE — Where: Fayette Co. 4-H Camp, Beckwith, W.Va. Workshops in music and dance. Info: FOOTMAD, P.O. Box 1684, Charleston, WV 25326-1684; Ph: 304-415-3668 or 304-344-4314 . (Web: www.footmad.org) CO HO
9/12-14; IRISH CONNECTIONS FEST — Where: The Irish Cultural Centre, Canton, Mass. Info: The Irish Cultural Centre, P.O. Box 246, Canton, MA 02021; Ph: 781-821-8291; Fx: 781-821-8295. (Web: www.irishculture.org)
9/12-14; MICHIGAN IRISH MUSIC FEST — Where: Downtown Muskegon, Mich. Info: Michigan Irish Music Festival, 2340 Glade Street, Muskegon, MI 49444; Ph: 231-739-2028; Fx: 231-739-4446. (Web: www.michiganirish.org)
9/12-14; MILLPOND MUSIC FEST — Where: Millpond Co. Park, Bishop, Calif. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Lynn Cooper, INYO Council for the Arts, 137 S. Main St., Bishop, CA 93514; Ph: 800-874-0669 or 760-873-8014; Fx: 760-873-5518. (Web: www.inyo.org)
9/12-14; MOUNTAINFEST — Where: Queen Wilhelmina State Park, Mena, Ark. Featuring: Live music performances during arts and crafts show. Info: Lyn Dilbeck, Mountainfest, P.O. Box 1176, Mena, AR 71953; Ph: 479-394-0566 or 479-394-2863. (Web: www.visitmena.com)
9/12-14; TELLURIDE BLUES & BREWS FEST — Where: Town Park, Telluride, Colo. Info: Steve Gumble, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, P.O. Box 2966, Telluride, CO 81435; Ph: 970-728-8037 or 866-515-6166. (Web: www.tellurideblues.com)
9/13; MOUNTAIN MUSIC FEST — Where: Vogel State Park, 11 miles south of Blairsville, Ga., via U.S. Hwy. 19/129. Featuring: Appalachian, bluegrass and gospel music. Crafts. Tix: $2-$5 plus $3 parking. Info: Randy Gambrell, Vogel State Park, 7485 Vogel State Park Road, Blairsville, GA 30512; Ph: 706-745-2628. (Web: gastateparks.org/info/vogel)
9/13; OWEN SOUND CELTIC FEST — Where: Downtown Owen Sound, Ont., Canada. Info: Owen Sound Celtic Society, P.O. Box 991, Owen Sound, ON N4K 6H6, Canada; Ph: 888-675-5555 or 519-371-9833 . (Web: www.oscelticfestival.com)
9/13-14; BOSTON FOLK FEST — Where: UMass Boston Campus, Boston, Mass. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Boston Folk Festival, c/o WUMB Radio, UMass Boston, 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125-3393; Ph: 617-287-6911 or 617-287-6900; Fx: 617-287-6916. (Web: www.bostonfolkfestival.org)
9/13-14; CHICAGO CELTIC FEST — Where: Grant Park, Chicago, Ill. Info: Erin Molloy-Bauer, Celtic Fest Chicago, Mayor’s Office of Special Events, 121 N. La Salle St., City Hall, Room 703, Chicago, IL 60602; Ph: 312-744-6068 or 312-744-3869; Fx: 312-744-8523. (Web: www.celticfestchicago.us)
9/13-14; FOLK AND FALL HARVEST FEST — Where: Cook Forest Sawmill Ctr. for the Arts, Cooksburg, Pa. Info: Brian Brubaker, Cook Forest Sawmill Ctr for the Arts, P.O. Box 180, Cooksburg, PA 16217; Ph: 814-927-6655 or 814-744-9670; Fx: 814-927-5278. (Web: www.sawmill.org)
9/13-14; HARVEST FEST — Where: Farmers’ Museum, Cooperstown, N.Y. Featuring: Food, live music, hands-on activities, horse-drawn wagon rides, dancing and more. Crafts. Info: Farmers’ Museum, P.O. Box 30, Cooperstown, NY 13326; Ph: 888-547-1450 or 607-547-1412; Fx: 607-547-1499. (Web: www.farmersmuseum.org) A-limited
9/13-14; PAWTUCKET ARTS FEST — Where: Downtown Pawtucket, R.I. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Diane Agostini, Pawtucket Arts Festival, 175 Main St., 3rd Floor, Pawtucket, RI 02860; Ph: 401-724-5200; Fx: 401-726-6237. (Web: www.pawtucketartsfestival.org)
9/13-14; THE MAYOR’S THAMES FEST — Where: Victoria Embankment, South Bank, London, U.K. Featuring: Open air arts, pyrotechnics, illuminations, river events, street theater, massed choirs and music. Tix: FREE. Info: The Mayor’s Thames Festival, 99 Upper Ground, South Bank, London, SE1 9PP, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)207-928-8998; Fx: +44-(0)207-928-2927. (Web: www.thamesfestival.org)
9/13-14; WYE MARSH FEST — Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Ctr, Midland, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Local performers, displays, exhibits, vendors and seminars. Crafts. Info: Wye Marsh Wildlife Center, 16160 Hwy 12, P.O. Box 100, Midland, ON L4R 4K6, Canada; Ph: 705-526-7809; Fx: 705-526-3294. (Web: www.wyemarsh.com)
9/14; TAKOMA PARK FOLK FEST — Where: Takoma Park, Md. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Kevin Adler, Takoma Park Folk Festival, Inc., P.O. Box 5869, Takoma Park, MD 20912; Ph: 301-589-0202; Fx: 301-576-3939. (Web: www.tpff.org)
9/15-20; MISSISSIPPI DELTA BLUES & HERITAGE WEEK — Where: Delta Blues Festival Park, Greenville, Miss. Crafts. Info: Howard Boutteé, Jr., MACE, 119 S. Theobald St., Ste. 205, Greenville, MS 38701; Ph: 662-335-3523 or 888-81-BLUES; Fx: 601-334-2939. (Web: www.deltablues.org)
9/16-20; POPPY MOUNTAIN BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Poppy Mtn, Morehead, Ky. Featuring: Ralph Stanley, Dave Evans, The Grascals, Melvin Goins, Florida Bluegrass Express and Hillbilly Gypsies. Workshops. Tix: $150, adv $135. Info: Marcia Driever, Poppy Mountain Bluegrass, 3715 US 60 E., Morehead, KY 40351; Ph: 606-784-2277 or 606-780-4192; Fx: 606-784-5439. (Web: www.poppymountainbluegrass.com)
9/16-21; OVER THE WATER HURDY-GURDY FEST — Where: Fort Flagler State Park, Marrowstone Island, Wash. Info: Alden Hackmann, Over the Water Hurdy-Gurdy Assoc., P.O. Box 24332, Federal Way, WA 98093; Ph: 360-779-4620. (Web: www.overthewater.org)
9/17-21; FESTIVAL DES NUITS DE NACRE — Where: Tulle, France. Featuring: More than 250 accordion artists. Info: Laurence Lamy, La Cité de l’Accordéon, 8 Rue du 9 Juin 1944, Tulle, Corrèze 19 000, France; Ph: +33-(0)5-55-20-2854; Fx: +33-(0)5-55-20-2882. (Web: www.accordeon.org)
9/17-21; MERCAT DE MÚSICA VIVA DE VIC — Where: Vic, Catalunya, Spain. Info: MMVV, Historiador R. d’Abadal i Vinyals, 5, 2N, Vic, E-08500, Spain; Ph: +34-(0)93-883-31-00; Fx: +34-(0)93-883-26-26. (Web: www.mmvv.cat)
9/17-21; TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM & MUSIC FEST — Where: The Movie Experience, Temecula, Calif. Featuring: Music acts and a selection of films. Info: Jo Moulton, Temecula Valley Int’l Film & Music Fest, 27740 Jefferson Ave., Ste. 100, Temecula, CA 92590; Ph: 951-699-5514 or 951-551-4689; Fx: 951- 506-4193. (Web: www.tviff.com)
9/17-21; WALNUT VALLEY FEST & NATIONAL FLATPICKING CHAMPIONSHIPS — Where: Winfield Frgrnds, Winfield, Kan. Featuring: Bill Barwick, Stephen Bennett, Byron Berline Band, Roz Brown, Tom Chapin with Michael Mark, Dailey & Vincent, Julie Davis, Beppe Gambetta, The Greencards, Buddy Greene, Michael Reno Harrel, Pete Huttlinger, Chris Jones & the Night Drivers, Randy Kohrs & the Lites, Marley’s Ghost, Andy May, John McCutcheon, Adam Miller, Misty River, Mountain Heart, David Munnelly Band, The Old 78’s, Barry Patton, Rockin’ Acoustic Circus, Small Potatoes, Doug Smith, Kenny & Amanda Smith Band, Johnny Staats & Robert Shafer, Dave Stamey, Still on the Hill, ThomasDelancey Trio, Linda Tilton, The Wiyos. Contests in Autoharp, Fingerstyle Guitar, Flat Pick Guitar, Mountain Dulcimer, Hammer Dulcimer, Mandolin, Old-Time Fiddle, Bluegrass Banjo. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: $5-90. Info: Paulette Rush, Walnut Valley Assoc., Inc., P.O. Box 245, Winfield, KS 67156; Ph: 620-221-3250; Fx: 620-221-3109. (Web: www.wvfest.com)
9/18-20; ANNUAL SHOAL CREEK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Clem’s Shoal Creek Music Park, Lavonia, Ga. Tix: Thurs. $10, Fri. $15, Sat. $15, after 6 p.m. Fri. & Sat . $10. Info: W.J. Clem Sayer, Clem’s Shoal Creek Music Park, 3191 Providence Church Rd., Lavonia, GA 30553; Ph: 706-356-1092 or 706-371-5435; Fx: 706-356-1092.
9/18-20; ARCADIA FALL BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Firemen’s Activity Grnds, Upperco, Md. Crafts. Tix: wknd $50-55, daily $20-30. Info: William Hale, Jr., Arcadia Bluegrass Festival, 15723 Dover Rd., Upperco, MD 21155; Ph: 410-374-2895 or 410-374-4111; Fx: 410-887-1576. (Web: www.bluegrassville.com/arcadia) CO HO A
9/18-20; BEAN BLOSSOM BIKER’S FEST — Where: Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park, Bean Blossom, Ind. Info: Dwight Dillman, Bill Monroe’s Music Park and Campground, 5163 State Rd. 135 North, Bean Blossom, IN 46160; Ph: 812-988-2116 or 812-988-6422; Fx: 812-988-1203. (Web: www.beanblossom.com) CO HO A
9/18-20; BULL DURHAM BLUES FEST — Where: Durham, N.C. Info: Dianne Pledger, St. Joseph’s Historic Foundation, 804 Old Fayetteville St., Durham, NC 27707; Ph: 800-845-9835 or 919-683-1709; Fx: 919-682-5869. (Web: www.hayti.org)
9/18-20; HILLSIDE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Cochran, Ga. Featuring: Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road, Fontanna Sunset, Pure & Simple, Kickin Grass Band, The Gandy Brothers, Eastwind Bluegrass Band, The Danley Family. Tix: day $10-20, wknd $30. Info: Wendy Kalinowski, Hillside Bluegrass Fest, Hillside Bluegrass RV Park, 592 Highway 87 South, Cochran, GA 31014; Ph: 478-934-6694. (Web: www.hillsidervpark.com)
9/18-20; JAM’N BLUEGRASS STYLE FALL FEST — Where: Laurel Lakes Cmpgrnd, Salemburg, N.C. Featuring: Rhonda Vincent & the Rage, Jimmy Bowen & Sante Fe, Blue Highway, Abrams Brothers, Shiloh Ridge, The Churchmen, The Wells Family, Lynwood Lunsford & the Misty Valley Boys, Al Batten & the Bluegrass Reunion, T.R. & the Boys, Carolina Road, Carolina Sonshine, Mark Templeton & Pocket Change and Doug Crabtree Sound. Info: Nancy Canaday, 7007 Scarlett Ln., Garner, NC 27529; Ph: 919-422-8413. (Web: www.jam-n-bluegrass.com)
9/18-20; STARVY CREEK FALL BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Starvy Creek Park, Conway, Mo. Featuring: Rhonda Vincent, Wildwood Valley Boys, Lost Highway, Dale Ann Bradley, Williams & Clark Expedition, Jeanette Williams, Dailey & Vincent, J.D. Crowe, David Parmley, DriFrets. Tix: $35/3-Day Pass. Info: Don Day, 2229 Bluegrass Rd., Conway, MO 65632; Ph: 417-589-2013. (Web: www.starvycreek.com)
9/18-20; TRIBUTE TO JIMMY RODGERS — Where: Ozark Folk Ctr, Mountain View, Ark. Workshops in the life and career of Jimmy Driftwood. Crafts. Info: Ozark Folk Center, Tribute to Jimmy Driftwood, P.O. Box 500, Mountain View, AR 72560; Ph: 800-264-3655 or 870-269-3851; Fx: 870-269-2909. (Web: www.ozarkfolkcenter.com) CR HR A
9/18-21; FRANKENMUTH OKTOBERFEST — Where: Heritage Park, Frankenmuth, Mich. Info: Pam Mossner, Frankenmuth Festivals, P.O. Box 204, Frankenmuth, MI 48734; Ph: 800-386-3378; Fx: 989-652-4633. (Web: www.frankenmuthfestivals.com)
9/18-21; OTLEY BLACK SHEEP FOLK FEST — Where: Otley, West Yorkshire, U.K. Featuring: Vin Garbutt, Les Barker, Kerfuffle, Deb Sandland Trio, Simon Care Trio, Duncan McFarlane & The DMcF Band, Robin Garside, Alistair Hulett, The Malkies, Something Nasty In The Woodshed and more. Tix: £50 weekend, £24-£30 daily. Info: Steve Fairholme, Otley Black Sheep Folk Festival, P.O. Box 55, Otley, W. Yorkshire, LS21 1XP, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)194-346-4858 (UK); Fx: +44-(0)194-346-4858 (international). (Web: otleyfolkfestival.com)
9/19-20; GLOBALQUERQUE — Where: National Hispanic Cultural Ctr, Albuquerque, N.M. Featuring: Genticorum, Hapa, LaXula, Mor Karbasi, Orchid Ensemble, Savina Yannatou, Valkyrien Allstars. Tix: $25-60. Info: ¡Globalquerque! / AMP Concerts, Neal Copperman, 1013 Vassar Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106; Ph: 505-232-9868. (Web: www.globalquerque.com)
9/19-20; MARTHA WILSON MEMORIAL BENEFIT FEST — Where: The Outpost, Buncombe, Ga. Info: Donald Allen, 35 River Valley Dr., Carrollton, GA 30117; Ph: 770-834-9729.
9/19-20; NINE MILE FIRE CO. BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Pikeville, Tenn. Tix: $5 wknd, kids free. Info: Billy or Helen Fields; Ph: 423-533-2526.
9/19-20; OLD TOWN BLUES FEST — Where: Downtown Lansing, Mich. Tix: FREE. Info: Terry Terry, Old Town Business & Arts Development, 1208 Turner St., Lansing, MI 48906-4340; Ph: 517-371-4600 or 517-482-3333; Fx: 517-371-1454. (Web: www.oldtownbluesfest.com)
9/19-21; BERLIN FIDDLERS CONVENTION — Where: Atlantic Hotel, Berlin, Md. Featuring: dancing, jamming and more. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Steve Frene, Chairperson, Berlin, Maryland Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 212, Berlin, MD 21811-2436; Ph: 410-641-4775 or 410-219-3500. (Web: www.berlinmdcc.org)
9/19-21; BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS — Where: Amador Co. Frgrnds, Plymouth, Calif. Featuring: Michael Cleveland & The Flamkeepers, The Gibson Brothers, The Bluegrass Brothers, Don Rigsby & Midnight Call, Carrie Hassler & Hard Rain, Sawmill Road, The Anderson Family, New Found Road, more. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: wknd w/camping $90, daily $20-25. Info: Larry Baker, L & S Promotions, P.O. Box 444, Copperopolis, CA 95228; Ph: 209-785-4693 or 209 480-4693; Fx: 209 785-4693. (Web: www.landspromotions.com)
9/19-21; CHOWDER, BLUES & BREWS — Where: Florence, Ore. Featuring: Blues bands, seafood vendors and microbrews. Info: Florence Chamber of Commerce, Chowder, Blues & Brews, 290 Hwy 101, Florence, OR 97439; Ph: 800-524-4864 or 541-997-3128; Fx: 541-997-4101. (Web: www.florencechamber.com)
9/19-21; COUNTRY STAGE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Country Stage Music Park, Nova, Ohio. Featuring: Harbourtown, Saffle Brothers, Bo Isaac Band, Peach Mountain Boys, Iidle Tymes, Black Water Run. Info: Kurt Hickman, The Country Stage Music Park, 40A Twp. Rd. 1031, Nova, OH 44859; Ph: 440-213-8358; Fx: 419-652-3231. (Web: www.countrystagemusicpark.com)
9/19-21; ELIJAH CLARK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Elijah Clark State Park, Lincolnton, Ga. Tix: $3.00 parking. Info: Don DeClue, Bluegrass Festival, 5089 Fairington Dr., Evans, GA 30809; Ph: 706-394-7444 or 706-359-3458. (Web: gastateparks.org/info/elijah)
9/19-21; FESTIVAL ITALIANO — Where: Crystal Garden at Navy Pier, Chicago, Ill. Featuring: Musical entertainment and food. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Barbara Perfetti, Italian American Chamber of Commerce, 500 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 506, Chicago, IL 60611-7442; Ph: 312-553-9137; Fx: 312-553-9137. (Web: www.italianchamber.us)
9/19-21; HAIRTH O’KNOCKRACH — Where: Knockengorroch Farm, Carsphairn, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland. Workshops in music, song, dance, woodcarving, circus skills, stonecarving and more. Crafts. Tix: wknd £50. Info: Liz Holmes, Festival Office, Knockengorroch Farm, Castle Douglas, Carsphairn, DG7 3TJ, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)164-446-0662. (Web: www.knockengorroch.org.uk)
9/19-21; INDY IRISH FEST — Where: Military Park, Indianapolis, Ind. Featuring: The Indy Irish Festival is the Midwest’s premiere celebration of Irish heritage, offering traditional music, dance, cultural activities, and family fun. Info: Terry Sweeny, Festival Organization & Philanthropy, 7430 Sunset Kn, Indianapolis, IN 46260-3466; Ph: 317-713-7117. (Web: www.indyirishfest.com)
9/19-21; MAPLE CREEK COWBOY POETRY GATHERING & WESTERN ART & COWBOY GEAR SHOW — Where: Maple Creek, Sask., Canada. Featuring: Poets, musicians and artisans. Tix: wknd $40-50, daily $3-7. Info: Shelley Drever, P.O. Box 1504, Maple Creek, SK S0N 1N0, Canada; Ph: 306-662-2434; Fx: 306-662-4359. (Web: www.jaspercentre.ca)
9/19-21; MICHIGAN DANCE HERITAGE FALL DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Camp Cavell, Lexington, Mich. Featuring: Carol Ormand, The Monks, Cathy Stephens, Fei Li. Workshops in dance and singing. Crafts. Info: Michigan Dance Heritage, c/o Diane Seaman, 14427 Penrod, Detroit, MI 48223. (Web: www.mdh-online.org/Fall)
9/19-21; MISSOURI RIVER IRISH FEST — Where: Downtown St. Charles, Mo. Info: Jerry Dyer, 330 S. Main St., St. Charles, MO 63301; Ph: 636-946-2449. (Web: www.moriveririshfest.com)
9/19-21; NEW HAMPSHIRE HIGHLAND GAMES — Where: Loon Mtn Ski Resort, Lincoln, N.H. Contests. Info: New Hampshire Highland Games, P.O. Box 4197, Concord, NH 03302-4197; Ph: 603-229-1975 or 603-745-2113. (Web: www.nhscot.org)
9/19-21; NORTHEAST SQUEEZE-IN — Where: Bucksteep Manor, Washington, Mass. Workshops in accordion and concertina . Tix: $55-$265. Info: Douglas Creighton, The Button Box, Inc., P.O. Box 372, 42 Amherst Rd., Sunderland, MA 01375-0372; Ph: 413-665-7793; Fx: 413-665-7730. (Web: www.buttonbox.com) CO A
9/19-21; PENNSYLVANIA ENERGY FEST — Where: Kempton Community Ctr, Kempton, Pa. Featuring: Music, food and more. Tix: $12, under 21 $6. Info: Archie Follweiler, PA Energy Fest, P.O. Box 84, Kutztown, PA 19530; Ph: 610-451-8268 or 610-683-8175. (Web: www.paenergyfest.com)
9/19-21; SQUIRREL MOON CONTRA DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Folklore Village, Dodgeville, Wis. Info: Bonnie Miller, Folklore Village, 3210 Co. Hwy. BB, Dodgeville, WI 53533; Ph: 608-924-4000; Fx: 608-924-3725. (Web: www.folklorevillage.org)
9/19-25; WORLD MUSIC FEST: CHICAGO 2007 — Where: Chicago, Ill. Workshops. Info: World Music Festival, Department of Cultural Affairs Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602 ; Ph: 312-742-1938 or 312-744-6630. (Web: www.cityofchicago.org/WorldMusic/)
9/20; BIG LICK BLUES FEST & RIB COOK-OFF — Where: Elmwood Park, Roanoke, Va. Featuring: Shemekia Copeland, Jimmy Thackery & Ana Popovic. Tix: $18/gate; $13/adv. Info: Roanoke Special Events Committee, Blues Fest, P.O. Box 8276, Roanoke, VA 24014; Ph: 540-342-2640. (Web: www.tobr.org)
9/20; BLUES BY THE RIVER — Where: Lake Redding Park, Redding, Calif. Featuring: J.C. Smith Band, Bill Noteman & the Rockets, Craig Allen Blues Band, Back Yard Blues Band and Dave Amour Band. Tix: $20. Info: Sammi Barber, Shasta Blues Society , P.O. Box 994693 , Redding, CA 96099-4693; Ph: 530-275-1620. (Web: shastablues.com)
9/20; DEALE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Harrington Harbor Marina, Deale, Md. Featuring: The Grascals, Country Gents, Danny Paisley & Southern Grass, Good Deale Bluegrass Band with Mike Auldridge and Patuxent Partners. Tix: $20 adv., $25 gate. Info: Ray Mudd, Deale Merchants Association, 5801 Deale Churchton Rd., Deale, MD 20751; Ph: 410-867-2400 or 410-867-2400. (Web: www.dealemerchants.com)
9/20; FIDDLETOWN FIDDLER’S JAM — Where: Fiddletown Park, Fiddletown, Calif. Featuring: Open jam for various instruments. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Dan Slater, Fiddletown Community Club, P.O. Box 236, Fiddletown, CA 95629; Ph: 209-296-0918 or 209-296-5705; Fx: 209-296-0918. (Web: www.fiddletownca.org/FCC-Events.htm) CR HR A
9/20; SHELBURNE FARMS HARVEST FEST — Where: Shelburne Farms Courtyard, Shelburne, Vt. Crafts. Info: Judy Christensen, 380 Acorn Lane, Shelburne, VT 05482; Ph: 802-985-8686. (Web: www.shelburnefarms.org) CR HR A
9/20-21; AUTUMNFEST — Where: Historic Town Square of Dahlonega, Dahlonega, Ga. Contests in cake walk and blue ribbon pie. Info: Dahlonega Merchants Assoc., 13 S. Park St., Dahlonega, GA 30533; Ph: 800-231-5543 or 706-864-3711 . (Web: www.dahlonega.org)
9/20-21; CENTERFEST ARTS FEST — Where: Downtown Durham, N.C. Featuring: Continuous live music by a variety of regional talent on 2 stages, plus a children’s activity area. Crafts. Info: CenterFest, Durham Arts Council, 120 Morris St., Durham, NC 27701; Ph: 919-560-2722; Fx: 919-560-2704. (Web: www.centerfest.durhamarts.org) CR A
9/20-21; FOLK PROJECT FALL FEST — Where: Bloomingdale, NJ. Workshops. Info: Karyn Grunwald, The Folk Project, P.O. Box 472 , Roosevelt, NJ 08555; Ph: 732-249-1995 or 609-426-9064; Fx: 815-572-5965. (Web: festival.folkproject.org)
9/20-21; STOKES STOMP — Where: Moratock Park, Danbury, N.C. Featuring: Local and regional entertainment, children’s area and vendors. Crafts. Info: Eddy McGee and Nancy Markle, Stokes County Arts Council, P.O. Box 66, 500 N. Main St., Danbury, NC 27016; Ph: 336-593-8159; Fx: 336-593-3799. (Web: www.stokesarts.com) CR HR A
9/21; DULCIMER FEST — Where: Burritt Museum, Huntsville, Ala. Featuring: Dulcimer makers and players from several states, with jam sessions, performances, demos and displays. Tix: FREE. Info: Burritt Museum, Mountain Dulcimer Festival, 3101 Burritt Dr., Huntsville, AL 35801; Ph: 256-536-2882. (Web: www.burrittmuseum.com) CR HR A
9/21; LYONS FIDDLE FEST — Where: Lyons Community Park, Lyons, Pa. Featuring: East Side Dave & the Mountain Folk Band and Jesse McReynolds & the Virginia Boys. Contests in fiddle. Crafts. Tix: $1 donation. Info: Lyons Fiddle Fest, P.O. Box 108, Lyon Station, PA 19536-0818; Ph: 610-682-7267 or 610-463-4162. (Web: www.lyonsfiddlefest.com)
9/21; OLD FASHIONED HARVESTFEST & FIDDLERS CONTEST — Where: Historic Woodstock Square, Woodstock, Ill. Featuring: A farmer’s market, old-time craftspeople (weavers, spinners, quilters), vintage farm equipment, blacksmithing, woodworking, wagon rides, children’s activities and more. Info: Woodstock CoC & Industry, Old Fashioned Harvestfest, 136 Cass St., Woodstock, IL 60098; Ph: 815-338-2436; Fx: 815-338-2927. (Web: www.woodstockilchamber.com)
9/22-27; MIDPOINT MUSIC FEST — Where: Cincinnati, Ohio. Featuring: Over 200 bands and solo artists. Info: Midpoint Music, LLC., 811 Race Street, 5th floor, Cincinnati, OH 45202; Ph: 513-665-4700 or 877-572-8690; Fx: 877-572-8690. (Web: www.mpmf.com)
9/23-24; FOGGY HOLLOW BLUEGRASS GATHERIN’ — Where: Webster’s Chapel, Gadsden, Ala. Featuring: Maple Creek, Foggy Hollow, Gary Waldrep Band, Bent Creek, Carrie Hassler & Hard Run, Distant Cousins, Three on a String, Steep Canyon Rangers and more. Tix: $30 wknd, adv $25, Fri $15, Sat $25, kids free. Info: Glen Williams or David Boley, Foggy Hollow Farm, 439 Ross Lake Rd., Wellington, AL 36279; Ph: 256-492-3700; Fx: 256-543-1184. (Web: www.foggyhollow.com)
9/24-27; BILL MONROE BLUEGRASS HALL OF FAME & UNCLE PEN DAYS FEST — Where: Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Bean Blossom, Ind. Info: Gaby Zimmerman, Bean Blossom Bluegrass, 5163 State Rd. 135 North, Bean Blossom, IN 46160; Ph: 800-414-4677 or 812-988-6422; Fx: 812-988-1203. (Web: www.beanblossom.com)
9/25-26; CHINQUAPIN FOLK MUSIC & STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Camp Wokanda, Peoria, Ill. Info: , Peoria Park District, 2218 N. Prospect, Peoria, IL 61603; Ph: 309-579-2157 or 309-682-1200; Fx: 309-686-3352. (Web: www.peoriaparks.org)
9/25-27; NOTHIN’ FANCY MUSIC FEST — Where: Glen Maury Park, Buena Vista, Va. Featuring: Rhonda Vincent, The Dillards, Nothin’ Fancy, Lost & Found, Wells Family, Bluegrass Brothers, New Found RD, Blue Moon Rising, Deer Creek Boys, Gary Waldrep, Randy Waller, Michelle Nixon, Will Mullins, Blue Mountain Sunrise. Tix: $70 wknd, $25 day . Info: Sandy Davis, 14 Equestrian Lane, Lexington, VA 24450; Ph: 540-461-0954. (Web: www.nothinfancybluegrass.com)
9/25-28; COUNTRY AND BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Westover, Pa. Tix: FREE. Info: Gene Hagens, Westover Area Vol. Fire Co., 583 West Bridge St., Westover, PA 16692; Ph: 814-247-8696; Fx: 814-247-8596. (Web: ghwestoverboro.com)
9/25-28; JOHNNY KEENAN BANJO FEST — Where: Longford, Ireland. Featuring: Peter Rpwan, Tony Trischka, Don Rigsby, Gerry O’Connor, Barney McKenna, Pete and Joan Wernick, Tom Russell, Thom Moore, Carter Brothers. Info: Chris Keenan, Johnny Keenan Banjo Festival, 1-A Market Square, Longford, , Ireland; Ph: +353-87-281-7825; Fx: +353-71-965-8975. (Web: www.johnnykeenan.com)
9/25-28; NORDIC ROOTS FEST — Where: Cedar Cultural Ctr, Minneapolis, Minn. Workshops. Info: East Side Inc., P.O. Box 7367, Minneapolis, MN 55407-0367; Ph: 612-375-0233; Fx: 612-359-9580. (Web: www.nordicroots.org)
9/25-10/5; STATE FAIR OF VIRGINIA: OLD-TYME & BLUEGRASS FIDDLE & BANJO CONTEST — Where: Richmond Internat’l Raceway Complex, Richmond, Va. Contests in harmonica, fiddle and banjo. Info: State Fair of Virginia, P. O. Box 26805, Richmond, VA 23261; Ph: 804-569-3200 or 804-569-3232; Fx: 804-569-3252 . (Web: www.statefairva.org)
9/25-10/5; TULSA STATE FAIR — Where: Tulsa State Frgrnds, Tulsa, Okla. Contests. Crafts. Info: , Tulsa State Fair Fiddle Contest, 4145 E. 21st St., Tulsa, OK 74114; Ph: 918-744-1113. (Web: www.exposquare.com)
9/26-27; BLUFF CREEK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Bluff Creek Music Park, Phil Campbell, Ala. Crafts. Tix: Fri $6, Sat $8. Info: Lonnie & Helen Strickland, Bluff Creek Music Park, 1250 Co. Hwy. 123, Phil Campbell, AL 35581; Ph: 205-993-4471.
9/26-27; FIDDLE JAMBOREE & ARKANSAS STATE OLD-TIME FIDDLERS CONTEST — Where: Ozark Folk Ctr, Mountain View, Ark. Info: Ozark Folk Center, P.O. Box 500, Mountain View, AR 72560; Ph: 870-269-3851; Fx: 870-269-2909. (Web: www.ozarkfolkcenter.com)
9/26-27; NUTMEG DULCIMER FEST — Where: Unitarian Society of New Haven, Hamden, Conn. Workshops in mtn and hammered dulcimer, jams, song swaps and more. Info: Sam Edelston, Nutmeg Dulcimer Festival, 34 Daffodil Lane, Cos Cob, CT 06807; Ph: 203-248-2053. (Web: www.nutmegdulcimer.com)
9/26-27; TEXAS HERITAGE LIVING HISTORY WKND — Where: Schreiner Univ., Kerrville, Tex. Workshops in Jimmie Rodgers Texas Songwriter Symposium. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Kathleen Hudson or Tim Wilton, Texas Heritage Music Foundation, P.O. Box 291945, Kerrville, TX 78029-1945; Ph: 830-792-1945; Fx: 830-367-4888. (Web: www.texasheritagemusic.org)
9/26-27; VINE GROVE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Optimus Club Park, Vine Grove, Ky. Info: Vine Grove Bluegrass Fest, Cecilian Bank, 530 Highland Avenue, Vine Grove, KY 40175; Ph: 270-877-5636; Fx: 270-877-5923. (Web: www.vinegrovebluegrass.com)
9/26-28; CELTIC CLASSIC HIGHLAND GAMES & FEST — Where: Bethlehem, Pa. Featuring: Charlie Zahm The Elders McDade School of Irish Dance Prydein David Munnelly Bodega Clandestine O’Grady Quinlan Academy of Irish Dance Seamus Kennedy Malinky Wayside Farm Cantrip Campbell School of Highland Dancing Slide Different Drums of Irelend Teada Scythian The Town Pants Tannahill Weavers Findlay Napier & the Bar Room Mountaineers. Contests in fiddling, dance, singing, Highland games. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: John Sweeney, 532 Main St., Bethlehem, PA 18018; Ph: 610-868-9599; Fx: 610-868-9730. (Web: www.cca.us.com)
9/26-28; DANCE DC FEST — Where: Washington, D.C. Info: Ebony Blanks, DC Comm. on the Arts & Humanities, , ; Ph: 202-724-1407; Fx: 202-727-4135. (Web: www.dancedcfestival.org)
9/26-28; DUNBAR TRADITIONAL MUSIC FEST — Where: Dunbar, East Lothian, Scotland. Tix: FREE. Info: Andy Stephen, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)1368-862731 or +44-(0)1368-863903. (Web: www.dtmf.dunbar.org.uk)
9/26-28; FLAT ROCK MUSIC FEST — Where: Camp Ton-A Wandah, Flat Rock, N.C. Contests in songwriting. Workshops in publishing your songs & writing a good meddley. Crafts. Tix: $80 in adv., $95 at gate. Info: Kathlene Stith, Flat Rock Music Festival, P.O. Box 1322, Flat Rock, NC 28731; Ph: 828-692-2005; Fx: 828-692-9780. (Web: www.flatrockmusicfestival.com)
9/26-28; HARVEST MOON DANCE FEST — Where: Carrillo Ballroom, Santa Barbara, Calif. Featuring: Airdance and Lift Ticket, Cis Hinkle calling. Workshops in dance and folk singing. Tix: $110-$120. Info: Kelli Butler , Santa Barbara Country Dance Society, P.O. Box 21904 , Santa Barbara, CA 93121-1904; Ph: 805-969-1511 or . (Web: www.sbcds.org) CR HR
9/26-28; HOBBS GROVE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Hobbs Grove Park, Sanger, Calif. Featuring: The Del Williams Band, Randy Weese and Small Towne, Eric Uglum & Sons, The GrassKickers, Dalton Mountain Gang, Kings River Gospelaires. Info: Jerry Johnston, Kings River Bluegrass Assoc., 236 E. Cortland Ave., Fresno, CA 93704; Ph: 559-225-6016 or 559-440-0444. (Web: krblue.net)
9/26-28; PRAIRIE FEST — Where: The Land Institute, Salina, Kan. Info: The Land Institute, 2440 E. Water Well Rd., Salina, KS 67401; Ph: 785-823-5376; Fx: 785-823-8728. (Web: www.landinstitute.org) CO CR HR
9/26-28; SAN FRANCISCO BLUES FEST — Where: Great Meadow, Fort Mason, San Francisco, Calif. Featuring: David Honeyboy Edwards. Buckwheat Zydeco, Johnny Winter, Denice LaSalle, and many more. Crafts. Tix: $35/adv, $40/gate. Info: Tom Mazzolini, San Francisco Blues Festival, P.O. Box 460608, San Francisco, CA 94146-0608; Ph: 415-979-5588. (Web: www.sfblues.com)
9/26-28; THREE APPLES STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Bedford, Mass. Featuring: Bill Harley, Onawumi Jean Moss, Leeny Del Seamonds, David Arfa and more. Info: Three Apples Storytelling Fest, P.O. Box 192, Bedford, MA 01730-0192; Ph: 781-287-0069 or 617-499-9529. (Web: threeapples.org)
9/26-28; THRESHERMEN’S BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Threshermen’s Park, Pontiac, Ill. Info: Doyle Hurd, Threshermen’s Bluegrass, 19924 N. 1300 E. Rd., Pontiac, IL 61764; Ph: 815-844-3560. (Web: threshermenbluegrass.com)
9/27; FAMILY DAY — Where: Springton Manor Farm, Glenmoore, Pa. Featuring: Hayrides, kids activities, games, displays, farm animals and fall harvest theme. Crafts. Tix: FREE, $5 parking. Info: Jessica Cirilo, Springton Manor Farm, 860 Springton Road, Glenmoore, PA 19343; Ph: 610-942-2450; Fx: 610-344-5469. (Web: www.chesco.org/ccparks)
9/27; MOUNTAIN HERITAGE DAY — Where: Western Carolina Univ., Cullowhee, N.C. Featuring: Trad music, dance and old-fashioned mountain merrymaking. Contests. Crafts. Info: Michele Glover, Mountain Heritage Center, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723-9017; Ph: 828-227-3193 or 828-246-2300; Fx: 828-227-7424. (Web: www.wcu.edu/mhd)
9/27-28; CELTIC FEST — Where: Nevada Co. Frgrnds, Grass Valley, Calif. Featuring: Celtic culture including world-class Celtic headliners, dance, pageantry, living history, falconry, athletics, storytelling and shopping. Tix: $19-38. Info: Peter Wilson, 10857 Vernon Way, Grass Valley, CA 95945; Ph: 530-477-0708. (Web: www.kvmr.org/celticfestival)
9/27-28; JORDBRUKSDAGARNA — Where: Bishop Hill, Ill. Featuring: Traditional 19th century harvest activities and demos, hands-on activities, children’s games, music, farm produce and Colony stew. Info: Bishop Hill Fine Arts, 106 Bishop Hill St., P.O. Box 102, Bishop Hill, IL 61419; Ph: 309-927-3899 or 309-927-3345. (Web: www.bishophill.com)
9/27-28; PORTSMOUTH MARITIME FOLK FEST — Where: Portsmouth, NH. Featuring: John Roberts, Jeff Warner, Tom Hall, Linn Schulz, Marc Bernier, Lynn Noel, Finn and Haddie, Three Sheets To the Wind, Roll and Go, Mudhook, Great Bay Sailor. Tix: FREE. Info: Tom Hall, PO Box 83, Nottingham, NH 03290; Ph: 603-942-7604. (Web: www.newenglandfolknetwork.org)
9/27-28; ROCKY MOUNTAIN SACRED HARP SINGING CONVENTION — Where: International Balloon Museum, Albuquerque, N.M. Info: David McPherson, 1600 5th Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102-1302; Ph: 303-447-9379. (Web: www.sacredharpcolorado.org/Conv2008.html)
9/27-28; SHAWNEE MOUNTAIN PRCA RODEO — Where: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, Shawnee on Delaware, Pa. Featuring: Music, country line dancing and rodeo events. Crafts. Info: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, P.O. Box 339 Hollow Rd., Shawnee-on-Delaware, PA 18356; Ph: 570-421-7231; Fx: 570-421-4795. (Web: www.shawneemt.com) CR HR A
9/27-28; TASTE OF RHODE ISLAND — Where: Newport Yachting Ctr, R.I. Featuring: Culinary demos, 2 stages of live music, strolling entertainment, a marketplace tent and a children’s area. Crafts. Info: Newport Yachting Center, P.O. Box 550, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840-9949; Ph: 401-846-1600; Fx: 401-847-7754. (Web: www.newportfestivals.com) A
9/27-28; WORKING WATERFRONT FEST — Where: New Bedford, Mass. Featuring: The Johnson Girls, Anita Best, Debra Cowan, Ana Vinagre, Jon Campbell and many more. Tix: FREE. Info: Working Waterfront Festival, c/o CEDC, P.O. Box 6553, New Bedford, MA 02742-6553; Ph: 508-993-8894; Fx: 508-993-8894. (Web: www.workingwaterfrontfestival.org)
October
10/2-4; FALL SUWANNEE RIVER JUBILEE — Where: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Live Oak, Fla. Info: Marsha Lee, Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park, 3076 95th Dr., Live Oak, FL 32060; Ph: 386-364-1683; Fx: 386-364-2998. (Web: www.musicliveshere.com) CO HO A
10/2-4; HILLBILLY WAGON TRAIN JAM — Where: Bill Monroe Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Bean Blossom, Ind. Featuring: Over 30 bluegrass bands and 100 covered wagons and horses. Info: Gaby Zimmerman, Bean Blossom Bluegrass, 5163 State Rd. 135 North, Bean Blossom, IN 46160; Ph: 800-414-4677 or 812-988-6422; Fx: 812-988-1203. (Web: www.beanblossom.com)
10/2-4; OKLAHOMA INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Cottonwood Flats, Guthrie, Okla. Workshops. Info: William Wheeler, OK Int’l Bluegrass Festival, P.O. Box 1585, Guthrie, OK 73044; Ph: 877-203-1206 or 405-282-4446; Fx: 405-282-0061. (Web: www.oibf.com)
10/2-4; PINEY WOODS LAKE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Piney Woods Lake Cmpgrnd, Glenwood, Ga. Info: Howard Swinson, Piney Woods Lake BG Fest, 3227 Piney Woods Lake Rd., Glenwood, GA 30428; Ph: 478-463-3301. (Web: www.pineywoodslake.com) CO HO A
10/2-5; CORK FOLK FEST — Where: Cork City Ctr, Co. Cork, Ireland. Featuring: Folk musicians, storytellers and dancers from Ireland and throughout Europe. Workshops in dance and fiddle. Info: William Hammond, Cork Folk Festival, Civic Trust House, 50 Popes Quay, Co. Cork, , Ireland; Ph: +44-(0)872-759-311. (Web: www.geocities.com/folk2002uk)
10/2-5; JERUSALEM RIDGE BLUEGRASS CELEBRATION — Where: Historic Monroe Family Farm, Rosine, Ky. Info: Campbell Mercer, Monroe Brother Foundation, P.O. Box 429, Rosine, KY 42370; Ph: 270-274-9181 or 270-256-1430. (Web: www.jerusalemridgefestival.org)
10/2-5; REX ALLEN DAYS — Where: Historic Railroad Ave., Willcox, Ariz. Featuring: Rex Allen Jr., Johnny Western, Charlie Rich Jr. & Pedro Gonzales-Gonzales Jr. Crafts. Tix: $15-20 (concert), $5 button for Western Music & Poetry. Info: Delcie Schultz, Rex Allen Museum, 150 N. Railroad Ave., Willcox, AZ 85643; Ph: 520-384-4583 or 877-234-4111; Fx: 520-384-0851. (Web: www.rexallenmuseum.org)
10/2-6; WESTERN CANADIAN HUNGARIAN FOLK FEST — Where: Edmonton, AB, Canada. Featuring: Performances, exhibits, food, drink, a market (piac) and the traditional táncház, plus workshops in dance, music and folk-art. Workshops in dance, music and folk-art. Crafts. Info: Laszlo Horvath, Hungarian Folk Festival, 1751 Coquitlam Ave., Port Coquitlam, BC V3B 1H9, Canada. (Web: www.wchfdf.homestead.com)
10/3-4; BLUEGRASS REUNION — Where: Oakdale Park, Glen Rose, Tex. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Scott May, Oakdale Park, P.O. Box 548, Glen Rose, TX 76043; Ph: 254-897-2321 or 817-275-3872. (Web: www.oakdalepark.com)
10/3-4; DELMARVA FOLK FEST — Where: New Hartly, Del. Crafts. Tix: $5-25. Info: Delaware Friends of Folk, Delmarva Folk Festival, P.O. Box 1006, Dover, DE 19903-1006; Ph: 877-DEL-FOLK. (Web: www.delfolk.org)
10/3-5; APPALACHIAN HARVEST FEST — Where: Renfro Valley, Ky. Featuring: Musicians, cloggers, puppeteers and more. Contests. Crafts. Info: Sharon Stevens, Renfro Valley Entertainment Center, P.O. Box 19, Renfro Valley, KY 40473; Ph: 800-765-7464 or 606-256-2638; Fx: 606-256-0092. (Web: www.renfrovalley.com)
10/3-5; BAYFEST — Where: Downtown Mobile, Ala. Tix: $35/wknd; $25/day. Info: Bayfest, P.O. Box 1827, Mobile, AL 36633; Ph: 251-208-7835; Fx: 251-208-7911. (Web: www.bayfest.com)
10/3-5; DANCE VORTEX — Where: Camp Riverview, Mentone, Ala. Featuring: Music, dance and wild wild west theme. Workshops. Info: Bart Bartman Ruark, 116 Van Buren St, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517-5124; Ph: 352-472-7762. (Web: www.dancevortex.com)
10/3-5; HARVEST FEST — Where: Seaside Park , Ventura, California. Featuring: Unique handmade arts & crafts, roaming & stage entertainment, gourmet food and more . Info: Lori Walker, Western Exhibitors, 2181 Greenwich St., San Francisco, CA 94123; Ph: 415-447-3205 or 415-447-3217; Fx: 415-346-4965. (Web: www.harvestfestival.com)
10/3-5; IBMA’S BLUEGRASS FANFEST — Where: Nashville Convention Ctr, Nashville, Tenn. Tix: $30-$90. Info: Dan Hays, IBMA, 2 Music Circle South, Ste. 100, Nashville, TN 37203; Ph: 888-438-4262; Fx: 615-256-0450. (Web: www.ibma.org) CR HR A
10/3-5; NATIONAL STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Jonesborough, Tenn. Info: Carla Papy, International Storytelling Center, 116 W. Main St., Jonesborough, TN 37659-0309; Ph: 800-952-8392 or 423-753-2171; Fx: 423-913-8213. (Web: www.storytellingcenter.net)
10/3-5; OLD-TIME RURAL MUSIC GATHERING — Where: Christensen Field House, Fremont, Neb. Featuring: Folk, bluegrass and old-time country musicians. Tix: $30 3-day, $13 daily. Info: Bob Everhart, National Traditional Country Music Association, P.O. Box 492, 650 Main St., Anita, IA 50020; Ph: 712-762-4363. (Web: www.oldtimemusic.tipzu.com)
10/3-5; SELKIRK SESSIONS — Where: Eyemouth, Berwickshire, Scottish Borders. Contests in song and instruments. Workshops in song and instruments. Info: Jim McGuckian, 28 Hillside Terrace, Selkirk, TD7 4ND, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1750-22304 or +44-(0)7801180471. (Web: www.selkirksessions.com)
10/3-5; SIMON’S SORGHUM FEST — Where: John Simon Farm, West Portsmouth, Ohio. Featuring: Appalachian artists. Workshops in music and arts. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: John R. Simon, Sorghum Festival, 8721 Pond Creek Rd., Portsmouth, OH 45663; Ph: 740-259-6337.
10/3-5; TENTERDEN FOLK FEST — Where: Tenterden, near Ashford, Kent, U.K. Featuring: The Askew Sisters, Jim Bainbridge, Tony Carling, Pete Castle, The Claque, The Committee Band, Doug Eunson & Sarah Mathews, Derek Gifford, Keith Kendrick, Mawkin, One Sheet Short, Chris Roche and Ticklish Allsorts. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: £22 wknd. Info: Alan Castle, Tenterden Folk Festival, 15 Repton Manor Road, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3HA, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)123-362-6805 or +44-(0)1580-763572. (Web: www.tenterdenfolkfestival.org.uk)
10/3-11/1; NATIONAL GOSPEL & HARVEST CELEBRATION — Where: Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Featuring: Four weeks of free Southern gospel concerts, visiting crafters, beautiful autumn décor and fantastic foods . Info: Dollywood Internet, 1020 Dollywood Lane, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863-4101 ; Ph: 865-428-9488 or 800-DOLLYWOOD. (Web: www.dollywood.com)
10/4; QUESNEL FIDDLE CONTEST — Where: Quesnel, B.C., Canada. Info: Connie Goulet, , ; Ph: 250-992-5776 . (Web: bcfiddlers.org)
10/4-5; FALL FOLK FESTIVAL — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Live music on two stages from 10-5 each day. Tix: $5/day, $3/12-17 (under 12 FREE!). Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
10/4-5; NEW ENGLAND SACRED HARP CONVENTION — Where: Middletown, Conn. Featuring: Sacred Harp singers from all over the US, Canada and the UK. Tix: free. Info: Matthew Wojcik, 7 Ventura Circle, Kingston, CT 02881; Ph: 802-246-1008. (Web: www.neconvention.net)
10/4-5; OKTOBERFEST — Where: Hunter Mountain, N.Y. Featuring: Traditional celebration with performers from Germany and Bavaria. Contests. Tix: FREE. Info: Ginny Terry, Hunter Mountain, Rte. 23C, Hunter, NY 12442; Ph: 518-263-4224 x2350; Fx: 518-263-3704. (Web: www.huntermtn.com)
10/4-5; ROBERTS COVE GERMANFEST — Where: St. Leo Church Grnds, Rayne, La. Featuring: German bands, singing, dancing, folklore and more. Info: Sherry Rimmer / Shirley Leonards, Roberts Cove Germanfest Assoc., 7212 Roberts Cove Rd., Rayne, LA 70578; Ph: 337-334-8354; Fx: 337-334-8354. (Web: www.robertscovegermanfest.com) CR HR A
10/4-5; SHARLOT HALL FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Sharlot Hall Museum, Prescott, Ariz. Featuring: Over 200 Ariz. performers, singing, dancing, storytelling, children’s events and more. Contests in band scramble. Workshops in instrumental styles, song swaps, singer-songwriter sessions, contra dancing and clogging. Tix: FREE. Info: Barbara Cook, Events Coordinator, Sharlot Hall Museum, 415 W. Gurley St., Prescott, AZ 86301; Ph: 928-445-3122; Fx: 928-776-9053. (Web: www.sharlot.org) CR HR A
10/5; APPLEFEST — Where: Downtown Warwick, N.Y. Featuring: Food, music, games and rides for the children. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Warwick Applefest, P.O. Box 22, Warwick, NY 10990; Ph: 845-987-8300. (Web: www.warwickapplefest.com) CR HR A
10/6; LITTLE BUFFALO FEST — Where: Little Buffalo State Park, Newport, Pa. Featuring: George Orthey and Friends, Sara and Sara, Eakin Trio, Barbie Carmicheal Band, Jefferson Pepper, Soul Grass Freedom Junction. Workshops in environmental and health. Crafts. Tix: FREE, donations accepted. Info: Melanie Wertz, The Buffaloes, 3315 Little Buffalo Rd., Newport, PA 17074; Ph: 717-275-2762 or 717-567-6795. (Web: littlebuffalofestival.blogspot.com) CR HR A
10/8-11; TURKEY TRACK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Turkey Track Park, Waldron, Ark. Info: Bill Lovett, Turkey Track Bluegrass Park, 9423 Hwy 250, Waldron, AR 72958; Ph: 479-637-3717; Fx: 479-637-4312. (Web: turkeytrackbluegrass.com)
10/8-12; AUTUMN GLORY FEST — Where: Downtown Oakland and surrounding areas in Garrett Co., Md. Featuring: Several events to celebrate the fall foliage season. Contests. Crafts. Info: Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, 15 Visitors Center Dr., McHenry, MD 21541; Ph: 301-387-4FUN or 301-387-4386; Fx: 301-387-2080. (Web: www.garrettchamber.com)
10/9-11; LEGENDS OF BLUEGRASS & COUNTRY MUSIC FEST — Where: Columbia Expo Ctr, Columbia, Miss. Featuring: Gary Waldrep Band, The Larry Stephenson Band, Marty Raybon Band, The Martins, Karl Shiflett & Big Country, Carrie Hassler & Hard Rain, Jesse McReynolds & the Virginia Boys and more. Tix: 3-day $60, daily $25. Info: Johnnie Stringer, Legends of Bluegrass & Country Music Fest, 1681 Hwy 44, Columbia, MS 39429; Ph: 601-736-2550.
10/9-11; PALATKA BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Rodeheaver Boys’ Ranch, Palatka, Fla. Featuring: Marty Stuart, The Grascals, Bobby Osborne & the Rocky Top X-Press, The Lewis Family, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Ronnie Reno & the Reno Tradition, Dale Ann Bradley, and many more. Tix: $75-85 wknd, $30-35 day. Info: Norman Adams, Adams & Anderson, P.O. Box 98, Dahlonega, GA 30533; Ph: 706-864-7203 or 706-265-0655; Fx: 706-864-1037. (Web: www.aandabluegrass.com)
10/9-12; TENNESSEE FALL HOMECOMING — Where: Museum of Appalachia, Norris, Tenn. Featuring: Bluegrass, country, old-time and Gospel performers. Crafts. Tix: $25 per day. Info: Elaine Meyer, Museum of Appalachia, P.O. Box 1189, Norris, TN 37828; Ph: 865-494-7680 or 865-494-0514; Fx: 865-494-8957. (Web: www.museumofappalachia.org) CR HR A
10/10-11; ALABAMA TALE-TELLIN’ FEST — Where: Pickard Auditorium, Selma, Ala. Tix: $10, $5 child. Info: Kathryn T. Windham, P.O. BOX 1021, Selma, AL 36702; Ph: 800-457-3562 or 334-875-7241; Fx: 334-875-7302. (Web: taletellin.selmaalabama.com)
10/10-12; BANBURY CANALSIDE FOLK FEST — Where: Banbury, Oxon, U.K. Featuring: Waterson:Carthy, Vin Garbutt, Tannahill Weavers, Bob Fox & Stu Luckley, Uiscedwr Big Band, Phil Beer, the Mellstock Band, John Richards Band, Isla St Clair, Tom Lewis and more. Tix: TBA. Info: Banbury Folk Festival, P.O. Box 622, Banbury Oxon, OX16 6ET, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1295-709881 or +44-(0)1295-770952 . (Web: www.banburyfolkfestival.co.uk)
10/10-12; INTERNATIONAL ACCORDION FEST — Where: La Villita, San Antonio, Tex. Workshops. Info: Pat Jasper, P.O. Box 39843, San Antonio, TX 78218; Ph: 210-865-8578 or 512-459-3495. (Web: www.internationalaccordionfestival.org)
10/10-12; LINCOLN COUNTY COWBOY SYMPOSIUM — Where: Ruidoso Downs Race Track, Ruidoso Downs, N.M. Info: Sunny Hirschfeld, Hubbard Museum of the American West, 1461 Hwy 70 W., Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346; Ph: 505-378-7262 or ; Fx: 505-378-4166. (Web: www.cowboysymposium.org)
10/10-12; LOGANDALE BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Clark Co. Frgrnds, Logandale, Nev. Featuring: Sawmill Road, Lost Highway, Silverado, Marty Warburton Band, Red Desert Ramblers, Digger Davis & Tombstone, Just For Fun, Stuck in Reverse. Workshops. Info: Al Bess , Southern Nevada Bluegrass Music Soc., P.O. Box 363584, North Las Vegas, NV 89030; Ph: 702-566-9372 or 702-655-6201; Fx: 702-564-5309. (Web: www.snvbluegrass.com)
10/10-12; SAVANNAH FOLK MUSIC FEST — Where: Savannah, Ga. Featuring: Jesse Winchester, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Mad Agnes, Hungry Monks and others. Contests in youth songwriting. Tix: FREE. Info: Hank Weisman, Savannah Folk Music Society, 1111 B Bay St., Tybee Island, GA 31328; Ph: 912-786-6953; Fx: 912-786-6954. (Web: www.savannahfolk.org)
10/10-12; TUCSON MEET YOURSELF FEST — Where: El Presidio Park, Tucson, Ariz. Featuring: Music, dance, traditional arts and food of southern Arizona’s diverse folk and ethnic communities. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Mia J. Hansen, Tucson Meet Yourself Fest, 349 W. 31st Ave., Tucson, AZ 85713; Ph: 520-792-4806 or 520-806-9004. (Web: www.tucsonmeetyourself.org)
10/10-13; BANJO BURKE FESTIVAL — Where: East Durham, NY, all over town. Featuring: The Kane Sisters, Grainne Hambly, Ian and Erika Keane, Brian Conway, Felix Dolan, John Nolan, Seamus Connolly, Jimmy Noonan, Mary Coogan, Tony DeMarco, Bill Meehan, Aine Meenaghan, Terry Kane, Pat Kane and West o’ Clare, Traonach, Msgr. Charlie Coen, Don Meade, Tom Dunne, Mike McHale, Cathy Clarke, John Whelan, Mary Coogan, Gabriel Donohue, Kitty Kelly, Peter McKiernan, Don Smith, Pat Floody. Info: Bridget Burke, Banjo Burke Festival, PO Box 937, Greenwood, NY 14839; Ph: 607-225-9928. (Web: joebanjoburke.org)
10/10-14; OZARK FOLK FEST — Where: Eureka Springs, Ark. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Eureka Festivals, 36 S Main St, Eureka Springs, AR 72632-3639; Ph: 888-855-7823 or 479-253-2586; Fx: 479-253-2567.
10/10-18; CELTIC COLOURS INTERNATIONAL FEST — Where: Cape Breton, N.S., Canada. Featuring: Performers from all over the world. Workshops in dance, fiddle, guitar, Gaelic language, weaving, quilting, water colors. Info: Celtic Colours International Festival, 850 Grand Lake Road, Suite 8, Sydney, NS B1P 5T9, Canada; Ph: 902-562-6700 or 877-285-2321; Fx: 902-539-9388. (Web: www.celtic-colours.com) CR HR A I
10/10-19; GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FALL FEST — Where: Georgia Mountain Frgrnds, Hiawassee, Ga. Crafts. Info: Hilda Thomason, Georgia Mountain Fair, Inc., 1311 Music Hall Rd., P.O. Box 444, Hiawassee, GA 30546; Ph: 706-896-4191 or 706-896-9811; Fx: 706-896-4209. (Web: www.georgia-mountain-fair.com) CO HO A
10/10-112; FESTIVALS ACADIENS — Where: Lafayette, La. Featuring: Concerts, dance, jamming, children’s events and more. Info: Kelly Strenge, P.O. Box 52066, Lafayette, LA 70505; Ph: 337-981-5652. (Web: www.festivalsacadiens.com)
10/11; AUTUMN HARVEST CELEBRATION — Where: Warwick Co. Park, Pottstown, Pa. Featuring: Seasonal stories told around bonfire, plus hayrides and face painting. Tix: $5 parking. Info: Jessica Cirilo, Chester County Parks and Recreation, 601 Westown Rd., Ste. 160, West Chester, PA 19380-0990; Ph: 610-344-6415; Fx: 610-344-5469. (Web: www.chesco.org/ccparks)
10/11; COLUMBIA’S ANNUAL BLUES FEST — Where: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, Columbia, S.C. Tix: FREE. Info: Geoffrey B. Graves, Word of Mouth Productions, P.O. Box 50105, Columbia, SC 29250; Ph: 803-783-6420; Fx: 803-343-2726. (Web: www.wordofmouthproductions.org)
10/11; DISSIDENT FOLK FEST — Where: Howland Cultural Ctr, Beacon, N.Y. Info: John Pietaro, 37 N. Chestnut St., Beacon, NY 12508; Ph: 845-591-2161. (Web: www.flamesofdiscontent.org)
10/11; FALL ON THE FARM — Where: Historic Sauder Village, Archbold, Ohio. Crafts. Info: Kim Krieger / Sauder Village, 22611 State Route 2, P.O. Box 235, Archbold, OH 43502; Ph: 800-590-9755; Fx: 419-445-5251. (Web: saudervillage.com) CO CR HO HR A
10/11; VIRGINIA CHILDREN’S FEST — Where: Town Point Park, Norfolk, Va. Info: Norfolk Festevents, Ltd., 120 W. Main St., Norfolk, VA 23510; Ph: 757-441-2345; Fx: 757-441-5198. (Web: www.festeventsva.org)
10/11-12; CALICO DAYS — Where: Calico Ghost Town, Yermo, Calif. Contests. Info: Calico Ghost Town, Calico Days, P.O. Box 638, Yermo, CA 92398; Ph: 800-TO-CALICO or 760-254-2122; Fx: 760-254-2047. (Web: www.calicotown.com)
10/11-12; CHICAGO COUNTRY MUSIC FEST — Where: Soldier Field Parkland, Chicago, Ill. Featuring: Three music stages, dance tent, children’s tent and art fair. Tix: FREE. Info: Erin Bauer, Chicago Country Music Fest, Mayor’s Office of Special Events, 121 N. LaSalle St., City Hall, Rm. 806, Chicago, IL 60602; Ph: 312-744-3315; Fx: 312-744-8523. (Web: www.chicagocountrymusicfestival.us) A
10/11-12; GRAVES MOUNTAIN APPLE HARVEST FEST — Where: Graves Mtn. Lodge, Syria, Va. Featuring: Mark Templeton & Pocket Change, Gold Heart and more. Tix: FREE. Info: Jim Graves, Graves Mountain Lodge, 205 Graves Mountain Lane, Syria, VA 22743; Ph: 540-923-4231; Fx: 540-923-4312. (Web: www.gravesmountain.com)
10/11-12; OKTOBERFEST — Where: Hunter Mountain, N.Y. Featuring: Traditional celebration with performers from Germany and Bavaria. Contests. Tix: FREE. Info: Ginny Terry, Hunter Mountain, Rte. 23C, Hunter, NY 12442; Ph: 518-263-4224 x2350; Fx: 518-263-3704. (Web: www.huntermtn.com)
10/11-13; INTERNATIONAL OKTOBERFEST — Where: Newport Yachting Ctr, R.I. Featuring: Alpenblumen dancers, strolling musicians, international showbands, German food, Biergarten, Weingarten and children’s area. Crafts. Info: Newport Yachting Center, P.O. Box 550, 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, RI 02840; Ph: 401-846-1600 ; Fx: 401-847-7754. (Web: www.newportfestivals.com)
10/11-25; CANTERBURY FEST — Where: Canterbury, Kent, U.K. Featuring: 200 events across the art forms in venues throughout Canterbury and the surrounding areas. Tix: TBA. Info: Festival Office, Christ Church Gate, The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2EE, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)122-745-2853 or +44-(0)122-776-2952; Fx: +44-(0)122-7781830. (Web: www.canterburyfestival.co.uk)
10/12; A TASTE OF FOLK MUSIC — Where: Encino Park, Los Angeles, Calif. Tix: FREE. Info: California Traditional Music Society, 4401 Trancas Pl., Tarzana, CA 91356-5399; Ph: 818-817-7756; Fx: 818-817-7734. (Web: ctmsfolkmusic.org)
10/12-18; ARBUCKLE MTN. PARK FALL JAM — Where: Arbuckle Mtn. Bluegrass Park, Wynnewood, Okla. Info: Rosemary Bowen, Arbuckle Mountain Park, Rt. 2, Box 216, Wynnewood, OK 73098; Ph: 405-665-5226. (Web: www.arbucklemtbluegrasspark.com) CO HO A
10/17-18; BLUES MASTERS AT THE CROSSROADS — Where: Blue Heaven Studios, Salina, Kan. Tix: $40 per night. Info: Marc Sheforgen , Blues Masters at the Crossroads, 1500 S. Ninth St., Salina, KS 67401; Ph: 785-825-8609 or 800-716-3553; Fx: 785-825-0156. (Web: www.blueheavenstudios.com)
10/17-19; APPLE BUTTER STIRRIN’ FEST — Where: Roscoe Village, Coshocton, Ohio. Featuring: Bluegrass and old-time music, food, canal boat rides, history and demos. Crafts. Tix: $3. Info: Dixie Wyler, Special Events Coordinator, Historic Roscoe Village, 381 Hill St., Coshocton, OH 43812; Ph: 800-877-1830 or 740-622-9310; Fx: 740-623-6555. (Web: www.roscoevillage.com)
10/17-19; FOREST STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Peninsula College Theater, Port Angeles, Wash. Featuring: Donald Davis, Diane Wolkstein, Gay Ducey, Anne-Louise Sterry, Alton Chung, Elaine Grinnell and others. Workshops. Tix: TBA. Info: Forest Storytelling Festival, P.O. Box 285, Port Angeles, WA 98362 ; Ph: 360-417-5031. (Web: www.dancingleaves.com/storypeople) CR HR A
10/17-19; HOME CRAFT DAYS — Where: Mountain Empire Community College, Big Stone Gap, Va. Featuring: d. Crafts. Info: Sue Ella Boatright-Wells, Mountain Empire Community College, 3441 Mountain Empire Rd., Big Stone Gap, VA 24219-4634; Ph: 276-523-7489 or 276-523-7464; Fx: 276-523-7486. (Web: www.homecraftdays.org)
10/17-19; LAKE EDEN ARTS FEST — Where: Camp Rockmont, Black Mountain, N.C. Contests. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Jennifer Pickering, Lake Eden Arts Fest (LEAF), 377 Lake Eden Rd., Black Mountain, NC 28711; Ph: 828-686-8742; Fx: 828-686-0035. (Web: www.theleaf.com) CO CR HR A
10/17-19; LOOKING GLASS FEST — Where: Central United Methodist Church, Lansing, Mich. Featuring: Notorious with Ric Mohr calling the dances. Workshops. Info: Julie Levy-Weston, Looking Glass Festival, 214 N. Fairview Ave., Lansing, MI 48912; Ph: 517-432-2043 or 517-487-1353. (Web: my.voyager.net/~bonhanno/festintro.htm)
10/17-19; MUSICPORT WORLD MUSIC FEST — Where: Whitby, N. Yorkshire, U.K. Tix: TBA. Info: Jim McLaughlin, The Port Hole, 16 Skinner St., Whitby, N. Yorks, YO21 3AJ, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1947-603475; Fx: +44-(0)1947-603509. (Web: www.whitbymusicport.com)
10/17-19; RHYTHM BONES FEST — Where: St. Louis, MO. Workshops. Info: Steve Wixson, Rhythm Bones Festival, 1060 Lower Brow Rd., Signal Mountain, TN 37377 ; Ph: ; Fx: 336-854-5167. (Web: www.rhythmbones.com )
10/17-19; TIMBER & BALLOON FEST — Where: Shawnee Mtn. Ski Area, Shawnee-On-Delaware, Pa. Featuring: Log rolling, pole climbing, ax and chainsaw competitions, and buck sawing. Crafts. Info: Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, P.O. Box 339 Hollow Rd., Shawnee-On-Delaware, PA 18356; Ph: 570-421-7231; Fx: 570-421-4795. (Web: www.shawneemt.com) CR HR A
10/18; FALL DULCIMER DAY — Where: Tishomingo State Park, Tishomingo, Miss. Featuring: Country and bluegrass music, singing, dulcimer, instruments and accompaniment. Workshops in dulcimer making. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Tishomingo State Park, P.O. Box 880, Tishomingo, MS 38873; Ph: 662-438-6914; Fx: 662-438-6755.
10/18-19; BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE HOWLING HOOTENANNY — Where: Toronto, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Haunted Maze, storytelling, Creepy Creature Show, Circus acts, pumpkin carving and more. Crafts. Info: Geri Smith, Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON M3J 2P3, Canada; Ph: 416-736-1733, ext. 5402. (Web: www.blackcreek.ca)
10/18-20; GOSPEL MUSIC CELEBRATION — Where: Renfro Valley, Ky. Crafts. Info: David Brumett, Renfro Valley , P.O. Box 19, Renfro Valley, KY 40473; Ph: 800-765-7464 or 606-256-2638; Fx: 606-256-0092. (Web: www.renfrovalley.com)
10/19; PUMPKIN FEST — Where: Riverfront Park, Beacon, N.Y. Crafts. Info: John McLaughlin, Beacon Sloop Club, P.O. Box 527, Beacon, NY 12508; Ph: 845-542-0721 or 845-838-2374 . (Web: www.beaconsloop.org)
10/23-25; SPRING CREEK BLUEGRASS CLUB FESTIVAL — Where: Coushatte Ranch, Bellville, Tex. Crafts. Info: Carolyn Brockett, Spring Creek Bluegrass Club , P.O. Box 1294, Bellville, TX 77418-1294; Ph: 979-865-5250 or 979-865-5094. (Web: www.springcreekbluegrass.com)
10/23-26; MAGNOLIA FEST — Where: Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park and Cmpgrnd, Live Oak, Fla. Workshops in instrument care and musical instruction. Crafts. Info: Beth Judy, Magnolia Music & Events, Inc., P.O. Box 51597, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240; Ph: 904-249-7990; Fx: 904-246-7571. (Web: www.magmusic.com) CO HO A
10/24; HARVEST FEST — Where: Lyndon House Arts Ctr, Athens, Ga. Workshops. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Toni Carlucci / Harvest Folklife Fest, Lyndon House Arts Center, 293 Hoyt St., Athens, GA 30601; Ph: 706-613-3623. (Web: www.accleisureservices.com) CR A I - one week notice
10/24-25; BARING-GOULD FOLK FESTIVAL — Where: Bridestowe, Devon, U.K. Featuring: Sandra Kerr, Simon Care with and without Tickled Pink, Paul Wilson and Marilyn Tucker, David Faulkner, Nick Wyke and Becki Driscoll, Matt Norman and more. Info: Kevin Buckland, Wren Music, Baring-Gould Folk Song School, 1 St. James Street, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 1DW, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)18-375-3754; Fx: +44-(0)18-375-5924. (Web: www.wrenmusic.co.uk)
10/24-26; DERBY TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL — Where: Carsington Water, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire, U.K. Featuring: Vin Garbutt, Finest Kind, Bob Fox & Stu Luckley, RAM and more. Info: PR Promotions, PO Box 200, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2ZL, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)17-7385-3428. (Web: www.prpromotions.org)
10/24-26; HARMONICA 2008 — Where: Folk House, Bristol, U.K. Featuring: West Weston, Harry Pitch, Four In Accord and more. Contests in Harmonica. Tix: £12.50 - £17.50. Info: Roger Trobridge, 112 Hag Hill Rise, Taplow, Maidenhead, Berks, SL6 0LT, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)162-860-4069. (Web: harmonica.co.uk)
10/24-26; HARVEST FEST — Where: Del Mar Frgrnds, Del Mar, Calif. Featuring: Unique handmade arts & crafts, roaming & stage entertainment, gourmet food and more . Info: Lori Walker, Western Exhibitors, 2181 Greenwich St., San Francisco, CA 94123; Ph: 415-447-3205 or 415-447-3217; Fx: 415-346-4965. (Web: www.harvestfestival.com)
10/24-26; RED STEAGALL COWBOY GATHERING — Where: Ft. Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth, Tex. Contests. Crafts. Info: Debbie Bowman, Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering, P.O. Box 4507, Fort Worth, TX 76164; Ph: 817-444-5502 or 817-625-1025. (Web: www.theredsteagallcowboygathering.com)
10/24-26; SEA WITCH HALLOWEEN & FIDDLER’S FEST — Where: Rehoboth Beach, Del. Crafts. Tix: FREE. Info: Elizabeth Beck, Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach C of C, P.O. Box 216, 501 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971-0216; Ph: 302-227-2233 or 800-441-1329 x12; Fx: 302-227-8351. (Web: www.beach-fun.com)
10/24-26; SWEDISH DANCE & MUSIC WEEKEND — Where: Folklore Village, Dodgeville, Wis. Info: Melissa Leef, Folklore Village, 3210 County BB, Dodgeville, WI 53533; Ph: 608-924-4000; Fx: 608-924-3725. (Web: www.folklorevillage.org)
10/24-26; TUCSON BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Desert Diamond Casino, Tuscon, Ariz. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Bonita Lohman, Desert Bluegrass Assoc., 7878 E. Cloud Rd., Tucson, AZ 85750; Ph: 520-296-1231; Fx: 520-296-0141. (Web: www.desertbluegrass.org)
10/24-11/2; PERTHSHIRE AMBER — Where: Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Perthshire, U.K. Tix: Various. Info: Butterstone Managements & Events, The Old Schoolhouse, Butterstone, Dunkeld, Perthshire, PH8 0HA, Scotland; Ph: +44 (0)1350 724281; Fx: +44-(0)1350-724261. (Web: www.perthshireamber.com)
10/24-11/2; RETURN TO CAMDEN TOWN — Where: Camden, London, England. Featuring: Traditional Irish music, song and dance . Workshops. Info: Karen Ryan, Artistic Director, London Irish Cantre, 50-52 Camden Square, London, NW1 9XB, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)7871-088121. (Web: www.returntocamden.org)
10/24-11/2; SCOTTISH INTERNATIONAL STORYTELLING FEST — Where: Scottish Storytelling Ctr, Edinburgh, Scotland. Featuring: Intn’l and Scottish storytellers. Workshops in storytelling. Info: Caroline Budge, Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR, Scotland; Ph: +44-(0)131-556-9579; Fx: +44-(0)131-557-5224. (Web: www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk)
10/25; HALLOWEEN MUSIC SHOW — Where: Albert Music Hall, Waretown N.J. Featuring: Bluegrass and country music. Info: Pinelands Cultural Society, P.O. Box 657, Waretown, NJ 08758; Ph: 609-971-1593 or 732-269-6418; Fx: 732-747-3547. (Web: www.alberthall.org) CR A
10/25-26; BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE HOWLING HOOTENANNY — Where: Toronto, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Haunted Maze, storytelling, Creepy Creature Show, Circus acts, pumpkin carving and more. Crafts. Info: Geri Smith, Black Creek Pioneer Village, 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto, ON M3J 2P3, Canada; Ph: 416-736-1733, ext. 5402. (Web: www.blackcreek.ca)
10/26-27; DRIFTWOOD VALLEY MUSIC FEST — Where: Columbus, IN. Featuring: Rory Block, Steve Forbert, Vance Gilbert, Greg Trooper, Son of the Never Wrong, Tim Grimm, Banister Family. Tix: Fri FREE, Sat $10. Info: Donna Stouder, Director of Marketing/PR, 417 3rd St, Columbus, IN 47201; Ph: 812-376-2539; Fx: 812-376-2589. (Web: www.driftwoodvalleymusic.com)
10/26-28; FARM PARK BLUEGRASS FEST — Where: Danton Farm Park, Denton, NC. Featuring: Al Batton & The Bluegrass Reunion, Grass Cats, Larry Sparks, Buck & Company, Movin’ On Bluegrass, Grasstowne, The Circuit Riders, James King Band, Revonda Roberts & Harvest Wind, A Touch of Blue, Carolina Sonshine, Lost & Found, Steep Canyon Rangers, Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper & Blue Highway. Tix: day $25, kids $12.50. Info: Karen Miller, Denton Farm Park, 1072 Cranford Rd, Denton, NC 27239; Ph: 336-859-2755; Fx: 336-859-2567. (Web: www.dentonbluegrass.com)
10/27-28; FEAST OF THE HUNTERS’ MOON — Where: Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park, West Lafayette, Ind. Featuring: Re-enactors, vendors, traditional craftsmen and professional period performers. Crafts. Info: Feast of the Hunters’ Moon, Tippecanoe County Historical Assoc., 1001 South St., Lafayette, IN 47901; Ph: 765-476-8411 x204 or 765-476-8402; Fx: 765-476-8414. (Web: www.tcha.mus.in.us)
10/31-11/1; ESLÖV BLUES FEST — Where: Eslöv, Sweden. Featuring: Mem Shannon, Karen Carroll, Janice Harrington, Ralph & The Big Bang Group, Marc Breitfelder, Mats Ronander, Tim Lothar, Big Bag Blues, Heinrich Schott and more. Workshops in harp. Tix: 350-550SEK. Info: Ralph Svensson, Klövabäcksvägen 13, Stehag, SE-240 36, Sweden; Ph: +46 702 442825. (Web: www.bluesfestival.2ya.com)
10/31-11/2; OPEN STRINGS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR FEST — Where: Stadthalle, Osnabrück, Germany. Info: Monika Kotte, P.O. Box 1945, Osnabrück, 49009, Germany; Ph: +49-(0)54-171-00212; Fx: +49-(0)54-170-8667. (Web: www.open-strings.de)
Camps & Schools
August
8/1-3; LEARN TO PLAY THE MUSICAL SAW — Where: Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Ivan Stiles. Tix: $270 plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 1-800-FOLK-SCH; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
8/1-9; LARK CAMP: WORLD SONG, MUSIC & DANCE — Where: Mendocino Woodlands, Mendocino, Calif. Featuring: Jason Adajian, Tami Allen, Claudette Boudreaux, Shirleigh Brannon, Harriet Bye, Alexandre Cadarso, Debbie Dawson, Malaika Finkelstein, Aubre Hill, Erik Hoffman, Robyn Mahealani Kneubuhl, Antonea Leftheriotis, David Newitt, Janis Reynolds, Larry Sawyer,Sue Williard, many others. Workshops in music, song and dance. Tix: $750. Info: Mickie Zekley, Lark Camp, P.O. Box 1176, Mendocino, CA 95460; Ph: 707-964-4826; Fx: 707-964-8659. (Web: www.larkcamp.com)
8/2-8; PUGET SOUND GUITAR CAMP, SESSION II — Where: near Bremerton, Wash. Workshops in guitar, singing, bass, banjo, ukulele, and more. Tix: $761 incl. r&b. Info: Janet Peterson & Peter Langston, Puget Sound Guitar Workshop, 1503 E Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; Ph: 360-647-0741; Fx: 206-781-5026. (Web: www.psgw.org)
8/2-8; SUMMERSONGS — Where: Ashokan, Olivebridge, N.Y. Workshops. Info: Penny Nichols, SummerSongs Inc., P.O. Box 803, Saugerties, NY 12477; Ph: 845-750-6871 or 845-594-1867; Fx: 845-750-6170. (Web: www.summersongs.com or www.summersongs.org)
8/2-9; ENGLISH DANCE WEEK — Where: Pinewoods Camp, Plymouth, Mass. Tix: $795. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x3; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/2-9; FAMILY WEEK 2 — Where: Camp Ogontz, Lyman, N.H. Workshops. Tix: $850. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 338, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x3; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/2-9; TEACHER TRAINING COURSE — Where: Ogontz Camp, Lyman, NH. Featuring: Betsy Blachly Chapin. Tix: $850. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 338, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x3; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/3-8; NOEL HILL IRISH CONCERTINA SCHOOL: EAST COAST CAMPUS — Where: East Durham, N.Y. Featuring: Noel Hill. Workshops in Anglo concertina. Info: Noel Hill Irish Concertina School, 35 Champion Hill Rd., East Hampton, CT 06424. (Web: www.noelhill.com)
8/3-9; AUTOHARP TECHNIQUES: SUCCESS FROM THE START — Where: Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Ivan Stiles. Tix: $478 plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 1-800-FOLK-SCH; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
8/3-9; SWANNANOA GATHERING DULCIMER WEEK — Where: Warren Wilson College, Swannanoa, N.C. Featuring: Stephen Seifert, Aaron O’Rourke, Lorinda Jones, Steve Eulberg, Jody Marshall, Bill Robinson, Dan Landrum, Bill Troxler and Ken Kolodner. Workshops in hammered and mtn dulcimer. Tix: $420 tuition, $320 r&b. Info: Liz Brace, Swannanoa Gathering, P.O. Box 9000, Asheville, NC 28815-9000; Ph: 828-298-3434; Fx: 828-299-3326. (Web: www.swangathering.com) CR HR A
8/3-10; AUGUSTA HERITAGE CENTER DANCE WEEK — Where: Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, W.Va. Featuring: Contras, square dancing, Argentine tango, cross-step waltz, swing, clogging, flatfooting and more . Tix: $430. Info: Augusta Heritage Center Workshops, Davis and Elkins College, 100 Campus Drive, Elkins, WV 26241; Ph: 304-637-1209; Fx: 304-637-1317. (Web: www.augustaheritage.com) CR HR A
8/3-10; AUGUSTA HERITAGE CENTER OLD-TIME, VOCAL & DANCE WEEK — Where: Augusta Heritage Ctr, Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, W.Va. Workshops in vocals, dance and old-time music. Crafts. Tix: $430. Info: Judy Knorr, Augusta Heritage Center , Davis and Elkins College, 100 Campus Dr., Elkins, WV 26241; Ph: 304-637-1209 or 304-637-1333; Fx: 304-637-1317. (Web: www.augustaheritage.com)
8/4-7; HAMMERED DULCIMER WORKSHOP — Where: Ozark Folk Ctr, Mountain View, Ark. Workshops. Tix: 150. Info: Ozark Folk Center, P.O. Box 500, Mountain View, AR 72560; Ph: 870-269-3851. (Web: www.ozarkfolkcenter.com) CR HR A
8/4-9; GODERICH CELTIC COLLEGE — Where: Goderich, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Liadan, Maeve Donnelly, Bodega, John Carty, Kevin Burke, Banjo Special, Emory Lester, Archie Fisher, Tanglefoot, Gemma Donald & Violet Tulloch Holmes Hook, Gráinne Hambly, Emily Smith, Brian McNeill, JIIG, Jaime RT & Andy Hillhouse, Crucible and Catherine McEvoy. Crafts. Tix: $335, adv $295. Info: Helen Gianoulis, Goderich Celtic College, Box 171, Goderich, ON N7A 3Z2, Canada; Ph: 519-524-8221; Fx: 519-524-5790. (Web: www.celticfestival.ca) CR HR A
8/5-9; ALASKA TRADITIONAL MUSIC CAMP — Where: Camp Carlquist, Chugiak, Alaska. Featuring: Travis & Trevor Stuart, Tim May, Nancy Conescu, Brian Christianson, Mike Doolin, Rose Conway Flanagan, Eamon O’Leary, Linda Hickman, Brian DeMarcus, Mry Schallert, Denise Martin, Jay Marvin, Suzi Fowler Perri, Amanda Kerr and more. Workshops in Guitar, mandolin, banjo, hammered dulcimer, whistle, voice, children’s activities, and more. Tix: $345 by June 1, $495. Info: Linda Ziegler, Alaska Traditional Music Camp, P.O. Box 90566, Anchorage, AK 99509; Ph: 907-830-4488. (Web: www.aktradcamp.org) CO CR HR
8/7-10; NEW MEXICO FOLK DANCE CAMP — Where: New Mexico Tech Univ., Socorro, N.M. Featuring: Ewa and Tommy Englund, Sandra Wong, Lee Otterholt. Info: Noralyn Parsons & Jane Diggs, 810 1/2 W. Manhattan, Santa Fe, NM 87501; Ph: 505-275-1944 or 505-299-0332. (Web: www.unm.edu/~lpetri/swifdi/)
8/8-11; FUR PEACE RANCH GUITAR CAMP: REV. GARY DAVIS WEEKEND — Where: Fur Peace Ranch, Pomeroy, Ohio. Featuring: Jorma Kaukonen, Ernie Hawkins, Roy Book Binder, William Lee Ellis. Workshops in fingerstyle guitar. Info: Fur Peace Ranch, 39495 St. Clair Rd., Pomeroy, OH 45769-9434; Ph: 740-992-6228; Fx: 740-992-9126. (Web: www.furpeaceranch.com) CO HO A
8/9-15; PUGET SOUND GUITAR CAMP, SESSION III — Where: near Bremerton, Wash. Workshops in guitar, singing, bass, banjo, ukulele, and more. Tix: $761 incl. r&b. Info: Janet Peterson & Peter Langston, Puget Sound Guitar Workshop, 1503 E Street, Bellingham, WA 98225; Ph: 360-647-0741; Fx: 206-781-5026. (Web: www.psgw.org)
8/9-16; AMERICAN DANCE & MUSIC WEEK — Where: Pinewoods Camp, Plymouth, Mass. Workshops. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x102; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/9-16; BALKAN MUSIC & DANCE WORKSHOP — Where: Rock Hill, N.Y. Featuring: Classes, workshops and instruction on dance, singing, folk instruments and folklore. Info: Rachel MacFarlane, East European Folk Life Center, P.O. Box 12488, Berkeley, CA 94712; Ph: 510-547-1118 or 510-549-2124; Fx: 510-549-2124. (Web: www.eefc.org)
8/9-16; BOSTON HARBOR SCOTTISH FIDDLE SCHOOL — Where: Thompson Island, Boston Harbor, Mass. Featuring: Gregor Borland, Carl MacKenzie, Laura Cortese, Hanneke Cassel, Janine Randall, Lezlie Webster. Workshops. Info: Folk Arts Center of New England, 42 W. Foster St., Melrose, MA 02176; Ph: 781-662-7475. (Web: www.scottishfiddle.org) A
8/9-16; CONTRA DANCE CALLERS COURSE — Where: Pinewoods Camp, Plymouth, Mass. Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf. Workshops. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x102; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/9-16; MBIRA CAMP: SESSION 3 — Where: Berkeley, Calif. Featuring: Erica Azim, others. Tix: $800, adv $750. Info: Erica Azim, MBIRA, P.O. Box 7863, Berkeley, CA 94707-0863; Ph: 510-548-6053; Fx: 510-548-2454. (Web: www.mbira.org) CO
8/10-14; THE SONG SCHOOL — Where: Lyons, Colo. Featuring: Peter Himmelman, Darrell Scott, Mary Gauthier, Zoe Lewis, Paul Reisler, Catie Curtis, and Steve Seskin. Workshops in creative songwriting and performance, vocals, guitar and business topics. Tix: $450 tuition. Info: Planet Bluegrass, P.O. Box 769, 500 W. Main St., Lyons, CO 80540; Ph: 303-823-0848 or 800-624-2422; Fx: 303-823-0849. (Web: www.bluegrass.com)
8/10-15; MILWAUKEE IRISH FEST SUMMER SCHOOL — Where: Milwaukee School of Engineering, Milwaukee, Wis. Contests. Workshops in Irish music, various instruments, dance, crafts, language, culture and more. Tix: $475, children $100-$125. Info: Barb Breed-Heidt, P.O. Box 413, Milwaukee, WI 53217; Ph: 262-227-6538 or 262-367-2649. (Web: www.irishfest.com)
8/10-15; NOEL HILL IRISH CONCERTINA SCHOOL: WEST COAST CAMPUS — Where: Newberg, Ore. Workshops in Anglo concertina. Info: Linda Mann, Noel Hill Irish Concertina School, 35 Champion Hill Rd., East Hampton, CT 06424; Ph: 865-992-4890. (Web: www.noelhill.com)
8/10-16; ASHOKAN FIDDLE & DANCE: SOUTHERN WEEK — Where: Ashokan, Olivebridge, N.Y. Featuring: Jay Ungar, Molly Mason and others. Workshops in Cajun and old-time fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo, accordion, bass, percussion, singing, caller’s, old-time songs, Southern harmony singing and band. Info: Jay Ungar, Molly Mason or Barbara Mermell, Ashokan Fiddle & Dance, P.O. Box 49, Saugerties, NY 12477; Ph: 845-246-2121 or 800-292-0905; Fx: 845-246-9121. (Web: www.ashokan.org)
8/10-16; BEGINNING GUITAR — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: J.D. Robinson. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 800-365-5724; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
8/10-16; BULKLEY VALLEY GUITAR WORKSHOP — Where: Telkwa, B.C., Canada. Workshops. Info: Richard Grice, Bulkley Valley Guitar Workshop, P.O. Box 2209, Smithers, BC V0J 2N0, Canada; Ph: 250-846-5763 or 250-846-9096. (Web: www.bvfms.org) CO CR HR A
8/10-17; ENGLISH & AMERICAN DANCE WEEK — Where: Timber Ridge Camp, High View, W.Va. Featuring: Mary Lea, Karen Axelrod, Sam Bartlerr, Steve Hickman, many others. Workshops in English and American trad dance, singing and instruments. Crafts. Tix: $850. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x3; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/10-17; FAMILY WEEK — Where: Buffalo Gap Camp, near Capon Bridge, W.Va. Workshops in English and American traditional dance, singing and instruments. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x102; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org) A
8/10-17; ROCKY MOUNTAIN FIDDLE CAMP — Where: Denver, Colo. Featuring: Richard Greene, Alan Jabbour, Ward MacDonald, Laura Risk, Pete Clark, Abby Newton, Peter Barnes, Ken Perlman, Cosima & Christopher Luther, Larry Edelman, Loretta Thompson, Topher Gayle, Jennifer Sordyl, Arlene & Bruce Patterson, Frank Fyock, Steve Scott, Tina Gugeler, Star Edwards, Joan Bryant. Workshops in fiddle, piano, banjo, guitar, cello and bass. Info: Mark F. Luther, 453 E Wonderview Ave #194, Estes Park, CO 80517; Ph: 303-753-6870. (Web: www.rmfiddle.com)
8/10-22; KLEZFEST LONDON — Where: West London Synagogue, London, U.K. Featuring: Immersion in Klezmer music, Yiddish song, dance and language. Info: Yvonne Glass, Jewish Music Institute, P.O. Box 232, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2NN, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)208-909-2445; Fx: +44-(0)208-909-1030. (Web: www.jmi.org.uk)
8/11-16; FOLKWORKS ADULT SUMMER SCHOOL — Where: Gateshead, U.K. Featuring: Some of the very finest performers and tutors in the field of folk music, song and dance. Workshops in fiddle, flute, whistle, piano accordion, melodeon, English concertina, guitar, Northumbrian pipes, song and band and more. Info: Jess Roberts, Folkworks Summer Schools, The Sage, St. Mary’s Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)191-443 4582 or +44-(0)191-443-4666; Fx: +44-(0)191-443-4550. (Web: www.folknortheast.com)
8/11-16; FOLKWORKS YOUTH SUMMER SCHOOL — Where: Gateshead, U.K. Featuring: Some of the very finest performers and tutors in the field of folk music, song and dance. Workshops in fiddle, flute, whistle, piano accordion, melodeon, English concertina, guitar, Northumbrian pipes, singing, European dance and more. Info: Sara Barnard, Folkworks Summer Schools, The Sage, St. Mary’s Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)191-443 4582 or +44-(0)191-443-4666; Fx: +44(0)191-443-4550. (Web: www.folknortheast.com)
8/16-22; MAINEWOODS DANCE CAMP SESSION 1 — Where: Camp Indian Acres, Fryeburg, Maine. Featuring: Sandy Starkman, George Fogg, Roberto Bagnoli, David Vinski, Maurice Perez and Barbara Pixton. Workshops in Italian, Bulgarian, Israeli and intn’l folk dance. Tix: $500-$600. Info: Walter Zagorski, Unit 1205, 240 Scarlett Road, Toronto, ON M6N 4X4, Canada; Ph: 416-763-3069 or 517-351-2158; Fx: 517-353-4721. (Web: www.mainewoodsdancecamp.org)
8/16-23; CAMPERS’ WEEK — Where: Pinewoods Camp, Plymouth, Mass. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 267, Haydenville, MA 01039; Ph: 413-268-7426 x102; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/17-22; CONTINUING GUITAR: OLD TIMEY RHYTHM & BACK-UP — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Jim Lloyd. Tix: $430 tuition, plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
8/17-22; OT AZOY! YIDDISH CRASH COURSE — Where: School of Oriental and African Studies, London, U.K. Featuring: Peysakh Fiszman, Sonia Pinkusowitz, Heather Valencia, Lily Kahn and Khayele Beer. Tix: £185-£285. Info: Jewish Music Institute, SOAS, University of London, P.O. Box 232, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2NN, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)208-909-2445; Fx: +44-(0)208-909-1030 . (Web: www.jmi.org.uk)
8/17-22; SUMMERSONGS WEST — Where: Zaca Lake, Los Olivos, Calif. Featuring: Penny Nichols, Steve Gillette, Harold Payne, Joyce Woodson, Teresa Tudury, Pat Milliken,Dale Laduke, Rebecca Troon, Mae Robertson, Florence Riggs, Bill Gessner, Severin Browne and more. Workshops in songwriting, singing, guitar, piano, performance, creative process and more. Tix: $729-$829. Info: Penny Nichols, SummerSongs, P.O. Box 803, Saugerties, NY 12477; Ph: 845-750-6871 or 845-594-1867; Fx: 845-750-6170. (Web: www.summersongs.com)
8/17-23; LADY OF THE LAKE FAMILY WEEK — Where: Camp N-Sid-Sen, Lake Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Featuring: The Amidon Family, Darryl Thomas & Valerie Bergman, Greg and Jere Canote, Mary K. McNeil & Carolyn Hatch, Kim Buchanan & Patty Ratcliffe, Cathie Whitesides, Mel Luedders, Penn Fix, Pat & Vickie Marron and more. Workshops in Dance, music, storytelling and more. Tix: $150-$495. Info: Penn Fix, Spokane Folklore Society, 2106 S. Cherry Lane, Spokane, WA 99203-1009; Ph: 509-838-2160 or 509-624-4163. (Web: www.spokanefolklore.org) CO
8/17-23; WUMB SUMMER ACOUSTIC MUSIC WEEK 2 — Where: Moultonboro, N.H. Featuring: Mark Cosgrove, Ferron, Mary Flower, Bob Franke, Lorraine Hammond, Bennett Hammond, Kim & Reggie Harris, John Kirk, Tom MacKenzie, Trish Miller, Sloan Wainwright and Brooks Williams. Workshops in vocals, songwriting, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, clogging, guitar, dulcimer and more. Tix: $730-$795. Info: Dick Pleasants, WUMB / UMass., Boston, 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125-3393; Ph: 617-287-6901 or 617 287-6900; Fx: 617-287-6916. (Web: www.wumb.org/samw)
8/17-24; MIDDLE EASTERN MUSIC & DANCE CAMP — Where: Mendocino Woodlands Camp, Mendocino, Calif. Featuring: Suren Baronian (Tambourine, Ensemble), Rachid Halihal (Arabic Ensemble, North African Frame Drums), Hasan Isakkut (Turkish Kanun), Souhail Kaspar (Arabic Percussion &endash; Tablah, Tambourine), Georges Lammam (Violin, Arabic Singing), Naser Musa (Arabic Oud), Scott Marcus (Maqam And Nay), Karim Nagi (Finger Cymbals), Paul Ohanesian (Armenian Oud), Bahram Osqueezadeh (Santur, Tombak), Yuval Ron (Judeo-Arabic Music Traditions), Dror Sinai (Drum Ensemble), Rowan Storm (Persian Frame Drum &endash; Dayereh, Daf, Tambourine), Ergun Tamer (Maqam And Saz), Omar Faruk Tekbilek (Ney And Zurna), Murat Tekbilek. Workshops in music and dance of Asia Minor, North Africa and the Middle East. Tix: $630. Info: Josh Tamer, Middle Eastern Music & Dance, 3244 Overland Ave. #1, Los Angeles, CA 90034; Ph: 310-838-5471. (Web: www.middleeastcamp.com)
8/20-23; SUMMER SONGWRITING WORKSHOP — Where: Berklee College of Music, Boston, Mass. Featuring: Berklee Songwriting Dept. faculty, guest artists and clinicians. Workshops in songwriting. Tix: $720, housing $395, $25 application. Info: Office of Special Programs, Berklee College of Music, 1140 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02215-3693; Ph: 877-BERKLEE or 617-747-2245; Fx: 617-262-5419. (Web: www.berklee.edu/summer) A
8/20-25; THE WOODS MUSIC & DANCE CAMP — Where: Muskoka, Ont., Canada. Featuring: Vikki Armstrong, Adrian Dolan, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, James Hill & Anne Davison, Si Kahn and Linda Morrison. Workshops in fiddle, guitar, voice, step-dancing, old-time, blues, traditional music, banjo, mandolin, songwriting, tunewriting and dance. Tix: $655-830. Info: The Woods Music & Dance Society, 18 Simpson Ave., Toronto, ON M4K 1A2, Canada; Ph: 416-461-1864 or 416-536-2135; Fx: 416-533-8705. (Web: www.the-woods.ca) A
8/21-24; BALKANALIA! MUSIC AND DANCE WORKSHOP — Where: Camp Angelos, Corbett, Ore. Workshops in Balkan singing, music and dance. Info: Susan Reagel, 2733 NE 16th Ave., Portland, OR 97212; Ph: 503-234-9088. (Web: www.balkanalia.org)
8/22-24; LEARN TO PLAY MOUNTAIN DULCIMER — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Anne Lough. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
8/22-25; FUR PEACE RANCH GUITAR CAMP: COUPLES WEEKEND — Where: Fur Peace Ranch, Pomeroy, Ohio. Featuring: Jorma Kaukonen, Jack Casady, Verlon Thompson and Chris Smither. Workshops in fingerstyle guitar, bass guitar, singing and songwriting. Info: Fur Peace Ranch, 39495 St. Clair Rd., Pomeroy, OH 45769-9434; Ph: 740-992-6228; Fx: 740-992-9126. (Web: www.furpeaceranch.com) CO HO A
8/22-30; VALLEY OF THE MOON SCOTTISH FIDDLING CAMP — Where: Camp Campbell, Boulder Creek, Calif. Featuring: Alasdair Fraser and others. Workshops in fiddle, cello, piano, guitar, mandolin, percussion, Gaelic singing and dance. Info: Cherry Clark, Valley of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School, 1281 Fifth Ave., San Francisco, CA 94122; Ph: 415-566-4355. (Web: www.valleyofthemoon.org)
8/23-29; MAINEWOODS DANCE CAMP: SESSION 2 — Where: Camp Indian Acres, Fryeburg, Maine. Featuring: Session Filled. Workshops in Scottish, Gypsy and Armenian dance. Tix: $500-$600. Info: Walter Zagorski, Unit 1205, 240 Scarlett Road, Toronto, ON M6N 4X4, Canada; Ph: 416-763-3069 or 207-935-3901; Fx: 517-353-4721. (Web: www.mainewoodsdancecamp.org)
8/23-30; SQUARE DANCE CALLERS COURSE — Where: Pinewoods Camp, Plymouth, Mass. Featuring: Kathy Anderson. Workshops. Tix: $870. Info: Steve Howe, Country Dance and Song Society, P.O. Box 338, Haydenville, MA 01039-0338; Ph: 413-268-7426 x102; Fx: 413-268-7471. (Web: www.cdss.org)
8/24-30; ACOUSTIC ALASKA GUITAR CAMP — Where: Wasilla, Alaska. Workshops. Info: Joseph Becker, 2674 S. Patton Ct., Denver, CO 80219; Ph: 303-937-1787 or 866-293-6827. (Web: www.acousticalaska.com)
8/24-30; BEGINNING HAMMERED DULCIMER — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Anne Lough. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
8/28-9/1; CARREFOUR MONDIAL DE L’ACCORDEON — Where: Montmagny, Que., Canada. Featuring: Irish, Celtic, traditional and classical music from around the world. Workshops. Info: Chautal Bourget, Administration Dir., Carrefour Mondial de L’accordéon, 301 Boul Taché Est, Montmagny, QC GSV 1C5, Canada; Ph: 418-248-7927; Fx: 418-248-1596. (Web: accordeon.montmagny.com)
8/29-9/1; BUFFALO ON THE DANUBE — Where: Timber Ridge Camp, High View, W.Va. Workshops. Crafts. Info: Betsy / Jamie Platt, World Music & Dance Institute; Ph: 301-466-3018. (Web: www.dancingplanetproductions.com/danube.htm)
8/29-9/1; MAINEWOODS DANCE CAMP (LABOR DAY WEEKEND) — Where: Camp Indian Acres, Fryeburg, Maine. Featuring: Sandy Starkman, George Fogg, Monique Legare and Ron Wixman. Workshops in folk dance. Tix: $290-$350. Info: Walter Zagorski, Unit 1205, 240 Scarlett Road, Toronto, ON M6N 4X4, Canada; Ph: 416-763-3069 or 517-351-2158; Fx: 517-353-4721. (Web: www.mainewoodsdancecamp.org)
8/29-9/1; SAN FRANCISCO FOLK MUSIC CLUB LABOR DAY CAMP — Where: Boulder Creek, Santa Cruz Mountains, Calif. Featuring: Open mic concerts, jamming and more. Workshops in music technique, song swaps. Tix: $8 per night. Info: Ken Hayes, San Francisco Folk Music Club, 885 Clayton St., San Francisco, CA 94117; Ph: 415-661-2217. (Web: www.sffmc.org)
8/31-9/6; BEGINNING BLUEGRASS BANJO — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: J. D. Robinson. Tix: $478 tuition, plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
September
9/2-5; AMERICANA SONG ACADEMY — Where: Camp Caldera, Sisters, Ore. Workshops. Info: Brad Tisdel, Sisters Folk Festival, P.O. Box 3500, PMB 304, Sisters, OR 97759; Ph: 541-549-4979 or 541-408-0200; Fx: 541-549-4979. (Web: www.sistersfolkfestival.org)
9/5-7; AMERICAN BANJO CAMP — Where: Fort Flagler State Park, Nordland, Wash. Featuring: Greg Canote, Jere Canote, Bob Carlin, Janet Davis, Bill Evans, Bill Keith, Peter Langston, Brad Leftwich, Reed Martin, Alan Munde, Cathy Barton Para, Ken Perlman, Laura Smith, Mike Stahlman. Workshops in old-time and bluegrass banjo. Tix: $395 incl. r&b. Info: Peter Langston & Ken Perlman, American Banjo Camp, 9228 1st Ave. NW, Seattle, WA 98117; Ph: 206-781-5026 or 978-534-6407; Fx: 812-334-7992. (Web: www.americanbanjocamp.com)
9/5-7; FIDDLEHEADS ACOUSTIC MUSIC CAMP — Where: Geneva Point Conference Ctr, Lake Winnipesaukee, Moultonboro, N.H. Featuring: David Surette, Susie Burke, Seth Austen, Beverly Woods, Ryan Thomson, Matt Shipman, Ellen Carlson and Kathy Zimpfer-Semmer. Tix: $165-340, plus r&b. Info: Ellen Carlson, Fiddleheads Acoustic Music Camp, 33 Church St., Tilton, NH 03276; Ph: 603-528-1705 or 315-482-5747. (Web: www.fiddleheadscamp.com)
9/5-7; VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC WORKSHOP — Where: Seven Springs Resort, Parksville, B.C. Canada. Featuring: June Cannon, Doug Cox, Rosemary Campbell, Rueben Gurr, Kent Hillman, Erynn Marshall, Jennifer Scott, BarryTruter, Valdy, Rene Worst. Workshops. Info: Granville Airton, 2935 Muir Rd., Courtenay, BC V9N 6A2, Canada; Ph: 250-890-0499 or 250-334-3383; Fx: 250-890-0440. (Web: vancouverislandmusicworkshop.com)
9/7-13; CONTINUING FOLK HARP — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Lorraine Lee Hammond. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 800-365-5724; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
9/7-13; SCOTTISH HERITAGE SONGS & STORIES — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Jack Beck & Wendy Welch. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
9/12-14; FOLK DANCE DAYS WORKSHOPS — Where: Ozark Folk Ctr, Mountain View, Ark. Featuring: Traditional folk dance styles of England, Scotland, Ireland and America’s mountain regions. Info: Ozark Folk Center, P.O. Box 500, Mountain View, AR 72560; Ph: 870-269-3851; Fx: 870-269-2909. (Web: www.ozarkfolkcenter.com) CR HR A
9/12-14; GREENWOOD FURNACE FOLK GATHERING — Where: Greenwood Furnace State Park, Huntingdon, Pa. Featuring: Simple Gifts, Keystone Rebels, Kitchen Chair, Clark Parry and Cindy Durkee, more. Tix: $60. Info: Sally Driscoll, Huntingdon Co. Arts Council, P.O. Box 216, Huntingdon, PA 16652; Ph: 814-643-6220 or 814-238-5051. (Web: www.simplegiftsmusic.com/greenwood/)
9/12-16; STAR HAMPSHIRE TRADITIONAL MUSIC & DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Isle of Shoals, N.H. Featuring: Contras, squares, English Country Dance, couple dances, group singing, more. Workshops in contras, squares, English country dance, couple dances, singing and more. Tix: $290. Info: Patrick Stevens, Star Hampshire Weekend, 21 Prospect St., Portsmouth, NH 03801; Ph: 603-431-4849 or 603-436-8372; Fx: 603-436-8372. (Web: www.starisland.org)
9/14-19; PLAYING OLD-TIME MUSIC IN A GROUP — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Chuck & Peggy Patrick. Tix: $430 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
9/19-21; CHILDREN’S MUSIC NETWORK NATIONAL CONFERENCE — Where: Albany, N.Y. Workshops. Info: Caroline Presnell, Children’s Music Network, P.O. Box 1341, Evanston, IL 60204-1341; Ph: 847-673-2243 or 847-733-8003; Fx: 847-673-2243. (Web: www.cmnonline.org)
9/19-21; PHILADELPHIA FOLKSONG SOCIETY: FALL FLING — Where: Camp Kweebec, Schwenksville, Pa. Workshops in vocal and instrumental topics, dance, massage, crafts and kid’s activities. Crafts. Info: Fall Fling Chair, Philadelphia Folksong Society, 7113 Emlen St., Philadelphia, PA 19119; Ph: 215-247-1300; Fx: 215-247-0293. (Web: www.pfs.org) CO
9/19-22; FUR PEACE RANCH PICK & PUTT WEEKEND — Where: Fur Peace Ranch, Pomeroy, Ohio. Featuring: Jorma Kaukonen, Jack Casady , Warren Haynes and Spencer Bohren. Workshops in Repertoire, skillbuilding, fingerstyle, and bass guitar. Tix: $1,200. Info: Vanessa Kaukonen, Fur Peace Ranch, 39495 St. Clair Rd., Pomeroy, OH 45769-9434; Ph: 740-992-2575 or 740-992-2498; Fx: 740-992-9126. (Web: www.furpeaceranch.com)
9/21-27; CONTINUING GUITAR:FLATPICKING MELODIES — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Steve & Penny Kilby. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
9/26-28; ADIRONDACK DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Silver Bay YMCA Conference Ctr, Hague, N.Y. Featuring: Rodney Miller’s Airdance, Steve Zakon-Anderson, Beverwyck, David Kaynor, The Hotfoot Club, Peter Stix, Spare Parts, Vikki Armstrong, and Eric Buddington. Workshops in contras, squares, swing, Lindy hop, waltzes, English country dance and much more. Info: Peter Stix, Adirondack Dance Weekend, P.O. Box 448, Latham, NY 12110-0448; Ph: 518-384-3275. (Web: www.danceflurry.org/new/silverbay.html) A
9/27-29; CONCERTINAS AT WITNEY — Where: Witney, Oxford, England. Featuring: All sorts of music for English, Anglo and Duet Concertinas - Individual styles, musical traditions, ensemble playing, modern & classical music. Workshops in concertina. Tix: £80. Info: Dave Townsend, Hands On Music Weekends, P.O. Box 1162, East Oxford D.O., OX4 4WS, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)186-571-4778; Fx: +44-(0)186-574-9428. (Web: www.handsonmusic.org.uk)
9/28-10/3; CONTINUING MOUNTAIN DULCIMER — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Betty Smith. Tix: $430 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
9/29-31; JANA JAE FIDDLE CAMP — Where: Grove Civic Ctr, Grove, Okla. Workshops in Fiddle, Mandolin, Guitar, Spoons and Bones. Info: Kathleen Pixley, Grand Lake Festivals, P.O. Box 451590, Grove, OK 74345; Ph: 918-786-8896 or 918-786-6176; Fx: 918-786-8897. (Web: www.grandlakefestivals.com)
October
10/3-6; ACOUSTIC BLUES FEST — Where: Fur Peace Ranch, Pomeroy, Ohio. Featuring: John Cephas, Rory Block, Roy Book Binder, Kenny Sultan. Workshops in swing guitar, acoustic roots blues, boogie woogie guitar and vocal performance. Tix: $1200/Workshops; $25 Performance only. Info: John Hurlbut / Mike Coyne, Fur Peace Ranch, 39495 St. Clair Rd., Pomeroy, OH 45769-9434; Ph: 740-992-6228; Fx: 740-992-9126. (Web: www.furpeaceranch.com) CO HO A
10/5-11; CONTINUING HAMMERED DULCIMER — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Anne Lough. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
10/9-12; SPRINGFED WRITERS’ RETREAT — Where: Michigania on Walloon Lake, Mich. Info: John D. Lamb, Springfed Arts, P.O. Box 304, Royal Oak, MI 48068-0304; Ph: 248-589-3913; Fx: 248-589-9981. (Web: www.springfed.org)
10/10-12; OLD TIME MUSIC CAMP NORTH — Where: Groton, Mass. Workshops in banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin and ensemble at all levels. Crafts. Tix: $425. Info: Mike Holmes, Old Time Music Camp North, P.O. Box 1755, Orleans, MA 02653; Ph: 774-207-0284. (Web: www.oldtimemusiccampnorth.com)
10/10-13; FOLK ARTS CENTER OF NEW ENGLAND’S OKTOBERFEST DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Hulbert Outdoor Ctr, Fairlee, Vt. Workshops. Info: Jo Crawford, Folk Arts Center of New England, 42 R W. Foster St., Melrose, MA 02176; Ph: 781-662-7475 or 978-692-6217. (Web: www.facone.org)
10/10-13; FUR PEACE RANCH WEEKEND — Where: Fur Peace Ranch, Pomeroy, Ohio. Featuring: Herb Pederson, Jorma Kaukonen, Chris Hillman, Bill Kirchen. Workshops in swing guitar, acoustic roots blues, boogie woogie guitar and vocal performance. Tix: $1200/Workshops; $25 Performance only. Info: John Hurlbut / Mike Coyne, Fur Peace Ranch, 39495 St. Clair Rd., Pomeroy, OH 45769-9434; Ph: 740-992-6228; Fx: 740-992-9126. (Web: www.furpeaceranch.com) CO HO A
10/10-13; MOUNTAIN MUSIC & DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Great Camp Sagamore, Raquette Lake, N.Y. Featuring: Dan Duggan, Peggy Lynn, Dan Berggren, Dick and Carmen Gilman, and Steve Warner. Workshops in fiddle, banjo, guitar, contra, dulcimer, songwriting and more. Tix: $399. Info: Great Camp Sagamore, P.O. Box 40, Sagamore Road, Raquette Lake, NY 13436; Ph: 315-354-5311 or 315-369-2735; Fx: 315-354-5851. (Web: www.sagamore.org)
10/10-13; SINGING IN THE AFRICAN AMERICAN TRADITION — Where: Rowe Camp & Conference Ctr, Rowe, Mass. Featuring: Ysaye Barnwell. Workshops. Info: Rowe Camp & Conference Center, 22 Kings Hwy, Rowe, MA 01367; Ph: 413-339-4954; Fx: 413-339-5728. (Web: www.rowecenter.org)
10/11-13; FALL GETAWAY WEEKEND — Where: Camp Chimney Corners, Becket, Mass. Contests. Workshops. Info: Lori Fassman, 17 Faulkner Hill Rd., Acton, MA 01720; Ph: 978-264-9710 or 617-623-1806. (Web: www.fssgb.org) A
10/12-18; BEGINNING FIDDLE — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Cathy Grant. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 800-365-5724; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
10/13-17; BLAZIN IN BEAULY FEST — Where: Beauly, Invernes-Shire, U.K. Featuring: Allan Henderson, Aidan O’Rourke, Bruce MacGregor, Catriona Macdonald, Marc Clement (guitar) and Andy Thorburn (piano) and more. Info: Lara McDonald, Blazin in Beauly, Plachaig House, Kilmorack, Beuly, IV4 7AL, U.K.; Ph: +44 (0)779-294-7269. (Web: www.blazininbeauly.com)
10/17-19; BACDS FALL DANCE WEEKEND — Where: Monte Toyon, Aptos, Calif. Workshops in dance music, calling and singing. Crafts. Info: Vanessa Schatmeier, BACDS Fall Weekend, 1122 Hudson St., Redwood City, CA 94061; Ph: 650-365-2913. (Web: www.bacds.org)
10/17-19; FALL FOLK MUSIC WEEKEND — Where: Fallsview, Ellenville, N.Y. Workshops. Info: Joy Bennett, NY Pinewoods Folk Music Club, 444 W. 54th St. #7, New York, NY 10019; Ph: 718-651-1115 or 718-549-1344. (Web: www.folkmusicny.org)
10/17-19; FLORIDA STATE FIDDLERS CONVENTION — Where: O’Leno State Park, High Springs, Fla. Featuring: Kirk Sutphin, Riley Baugus, local, bands, dances, callers and jams. Contests in stringband. Workshops in fiddle & other instruments. Tix: $30 wknd, $15 daily. Info: Leslie Green, Florida State Fiddlers Association, P.O. Box 713, Micanopy, FL 32667; Ph: 352-371-9801. (Web: www.nettally.com/fiddler) CO A I
10/17-19; SONNY OSBORNE BANJO CAMP — Where: Nashville, Tenn. Featuring: Sonny Osborne, Bill Evans, Alan Munde, JD Crowe, Charlie Cushman and Ned Luberecki. Workshops in 5-string bluegrass banjo. Info: Cindy Sinclair, Nash Camp, P.O. Box 210396, Nashville, TN 37221; Ph: 615-952-2267; Fx: 615-952-2267. (Web: www.nashcamp.com)
10/19-24; PLAYING BLUEGRASS MUSIC IN A GROUP — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Geoff Hohwald and Rick Taylor. Tix: $430 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org) CO CR HO HR A
10/20-24; FEIS A’ BHAILE — Where: Inverness, U.K. Featuring: Traditional music for children from age 8-18 years old. Tix: £60. Info: Maree Nicolson, 70, Aird Avenue, Hilton, Inverness, IV2 4TS, U.K.; Ph: +44-(0)1463-711956. (Web: www.feisean.org)
10/24-26; DRUMMING — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Bob Grove. Tix: $270 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
10/24-26; O’FLAHERTY IRISH MUSIC RETREAT — Where: Midlothian, TX. Featuring: Matt Cranitch, James Kelly, Mick Moloney, Mickey Dunne, June McCormack, Pat Egan and Danny O’Flaherty. Tix: $200, $120 youth/senior. Info: Ken Fleming, 1320 Navaho Trail, Richardson, TX 75080; Ph: 972-238-8724. (Web: www.oflahertyretreat.org)
10/26-11/1; CLAWHAMMER BANJO FROM SCRATCH — Where: John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, N.C. Featuring: Dan Levenson. Tix: $478 tuition plus r&b. Info: Bob Dalsemer, John C. Campbell Folk School, 1 Folk School Rd., Brasstown, NC 28902; Ph: 800-FOLK-SCH or 828-837-2775; Fx: 828-837-8637. (Web: www.folkschool.org)
10/26-11/2; OCTOBER OLD-TIME WEEK — Where: Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, W.Va. Workshops in fiddle, guitar and banjo, plus Appalachian heritage. Crafts. Tix: $410. Info: Augusta Heritage Center, Davis & Elkins College, 100 Campus Dr., Elkins, WV 26241; Ph: 304-637-1209 or 800-624-3157. (Web: www.augustaheritage.com)
10/31-11/2; AUGUSTA FIDDLERS’ REUNION — Where: Davis & Elkins College, Elkins, W.Va. Tix: FREE. Info: Augusta Heritage Center, Davis & Elkins College, 100 Campus Dr., Elkins, WV 26241; Ph: 304-637-1209; Fx: 304-637-1317. (Web: www.augustaheritage.com) CR HR A
