Once again this week our newsletter comes to you with a hardy round of holiday greetings. It is the sincere hope of the board members of Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas that 2016 will be the best and brightest for all members, readers, and friends.
The OBS Board
Bill, Cheryl, Sandy
Eric, Roy, Bruce, Leah
Kenny, Bruce
Other than calendar updates and the "On This Day..." feature, today's newsletter will be the same as last week.
If you have ideas or comments on this newsletter, you know the deal, e-mail me anytime at smccann7@sbcglobal.net
~Sandy McCann
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Divas On Fire Fundraiser
Each year following our local Blues Challenge Ozark Blues Society works with our winners to raise funds both for not only the cost Ozark Blues Society covers, but also to assist the winners in their efforts to raise funds to cover the personal expenses of the trip. The Divas on Fire are stepping out to raise funds for the challenging process of getting a band with 11 members to and from IBC in Memphis. Please consider joining them during Happy Hour on January 8th at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville.
Another Opportunity
For Faithful Diva Fans!
The Divas on Fire now have a GoFundMe page. Please check out how you can help send these ladies and their band to Memphis!
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Jimmy Wayne Garrett
Not Too Far From Mississippi CD Project
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As an artist who has been to the International Blues Challenge, Jimmy Wayne Garrett knows that there is much more to the experience than just being in the competition. Jimmy knows that having a CD of your work to share with promoters and to sell to new fans is a BIG benefit.  Jimmy will be participating in the January 23rd Road to Memphis Fundraiser, however funds raised that night will be used by Ozark Blues Society to pay lodging costs for Jimmy in Memphis. So, let's step up and show Jimmy some love by helping support his fundraising efforts that are needed to produce his CD. Check out the link below to share your support.
Jimmy Wayne Garrett Not Too Far From Mississippi CD GoFundMe
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Road to Memphis Fundraiser
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Ozark Blues Society is excited to announce our Road to Memphis Concert and Fundraiser is scheduled! We are privileged to have the support of the Downtown Bentonville Inc, the 21c Museum Hotel, and and The Clorox Company.
Keep watching for more information!
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Follow your local favorites as they go to the IBC in Memphis!
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Don't forget to follow our winners on their journeys!
Solo/Duo Winner:
Jimmy
Wayne
Garrett
Band Winner:
Divas On Fire
Perhaps you want to make plans to go cheer them on at the IBC in Memphis! Remember, special rate rooms are available through the
Tickets can be bought as a pass that includes all the competition events or individually as wristbands on Beale Street and in the participating clubs each night of quarter and semi finals. If available after pass sales, tickets may be bought for Saturday's finals at the Orpheum Theatre. Check out IBC Tickets HERE. |
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01.01 Happy New Year!
01.05
- Jed Clampit at Pesto Cafe in Fayetteville
- Copelin Bates at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fayetteville
01.06
- Gary Hutchison at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
01.07
- The Sisters Sweet, The Silvershakers, Voxana at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
- Fort Smith Riverfront Blues Festival IBC Fundraiser at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
01.08
- Divas On Fire Happy Hour Fund Raiser plus Bill Dollar and Loose Change for Happy Hour at Georges Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
01.09
- Earl and Them at Smoke and Barrel in Fayetteville
- Tyrannosauras Chicken at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
Mark Your Calendar
- 01.23 Ozark Blues Society Road to Memphis Fundraiser at 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville
- 01.23 Duo Sonics for Play it Forward at The Walmart Museum in Bentonville
- 01.26 to 01-30 International Blues Challenge in Memphis
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On this day
in Blues History
January 1
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Today’s show features music performed by Guy Lombardo and Frank Stokes
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"Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right."
Oprah Winfrey
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Check Out these regular local radio programs
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"The Generic Blues Show" hosted by Paul Kelso airs every Friday night at 9pm on KUAF 91.3FM
Rockin' Hog Radio presents "Sunday Morning Blues" from 8am to 10am every Sunday
LINK
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Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
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Annual membership levels begin at $15 and give you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.
By being a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you are helping to support the Arts and to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues.
Membership Benefits Include:
Weekly E-newsletter
Opportunities to win tickets to events
VIP seating at events (when available)
Discounts on OBS merchandise
Social networking – meeting other people who also love the blues
Opportunities to volunteer on OBS committees and at events
Ability to attend board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
Visit our Website to renew or join! Ozarkbluessociety.org
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