Hootenanny!

There's hardly any need for me to tell you about the upcoming hootenanny on September 26th. I know you're all such cool people that you knew about it weeks ago. Shucks, you practically invented the word.

But just in case someone stumbles across this blog who isn't as cool as you, here are the vitals:

KWMR, the best (only?) West Marin radio station is throwing its semi-annual Hootenanny on 9/26/09 from 12pm to 4pm. That means if you miss it, you'll have to wait another 6 months to find out what you actually missed.

Those of you in attendance can expect to find live music, a BBQ, and an open house. So you can listen to tunes while walking through the station and getting your grub on. Not too shabby.

So, to summarize:

You go here:

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At 12pm on September 26th, 2009.

Then you have fun.

Hootenanny.

Far West Fest!

Coming 7/25/09 to Love Field in Point Reyes...

The 3rd annual Far West Fest!

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There's so much good stuff here, only an FAQ will be able to handle it all.

Q.What is it?

A. A massive music festival.

Q. Why?

A. Because music festivals are awesome. Also to raise money for KWMR and Love Field. Unless you hate love, fields, and local radio stations you have no business avoiding this festival.

Q. Who's playing?

A. Lyrics Born, Sean Hayes, Albino!, Red Meat, and a whole bunch others. Go here for the full list.

Q. Should I be impressed?

A. Yes. This is a very cool and very eclectic line-up. It has hip-hop, indie, afrobeat, country and more. If you have ears, you'll find something you like. Even if you don't have ears, there'll be food. If you have no mouth, I really don't know what to tell you.

Q. I now understand life will be pointless if I don't go to this concert. When is it?

A. Saturday, July 25th, 2009. It starts at 11am and goes until it's over. Tickets for adults are $25 in advance, and $30 at the door. It's only $10 if you're 21 or under. Buy 'em here and start counting down the days until awesomeness.

Q. I refuse to go to concerts unless there are oysters. Will there be oysters?

A. Yes.

Q. I hate oysters but enjoy eating local food. Will there be local food?

A. Also yes.  And to preempt any other questions, there'll also be craft vendors, a pickin' porch (whatever that is), and "circus acts"... although I don't know which ones. Maybe an elephant on a tightrope, maybe just a flaming hoop. Maybe both. Come see for yourself.

Q. Sweet, I'll be there.

A. That's not really a question.

Q. Er... will I be there?

A. Yes. Yes, you will.

Cuisine on the Green

If it's May in Stinson, it must be time for Cuisine on the Green!

It's happening this Saturday, May 9th, 2009 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Village Green and it's not to be missed.

This annual party features some great food, great music, and best of all it's a fundraiser for the Stinson Health Center. This clinic offers vital community health services and is reliant, in part, on donations in order to continue its good work.

At the event will be:

• A "world famous dog show"... possibly like this one
• A free KWMR silk screen booth (bring a blank t-shirt and make a free souvenir!)
• A whole bunch of crafts booths
• Games and activities for kids
• A whole bunch of eclectic musical acts, such as:
  • Ariana Agnew
  • Matt Lax and Friends

• And back from their 90 country world tour, selling out stadiums in Paris, London, Tokyo, and Rome, The Montessori School Singers!*

*Note: I might be confusing The Montessori School Singers with The Rolling Stones. Or I might not be. Come to the the Cuisine on the Green and find out!

If for whatever reason you can't come to this great event, you can still be a part of the magic by donating to the Stinson Health Center right here. True, you won't get to hear The Montessori School Singers perform "Satisfaction," but donating to a good cause is the next best thing.