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November 2014
Sarasota Folk Club Monthly Concerts
Sailing Squadron, 1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy, *Last Monday of each month
$10 or more donation requested
Info, Jean 941-377-9256 or [email protected], http://www.sarafolk.org
Monday, October 27
Concert featuring Patchouli, Open Mic
7:15pm, concert begins at 8:30pm
Monday, November 24
Concert featuring Grant Peeples, Open Mic
7:15pm, concert begins at 8:30pm
Patchouli
Julie Patchouli & Bruce Hecksel
www.patchouli.net/
Grant Peeples
www.grantpeeples.com
Sarasota Folk Club Holiday of Song – save the date – Monday, December 15.
This year the annual Holiday of Song will be a fundraiser for our Sarasota Folk Festival in March.
Eileen Kozloff and Carolyn Dunn will be hosting the event, which will feature PASSERINE, BRIAN
SMALLEY, and MINDY SIMMONS. The concert will begin at 7:00 pm – there will be no open mic.
Info: Carolyn 941-483-9158 or [email protected].
President’s Message
Hello All, The weather is nippy in the morning these days….and Beautiful in the afternoons!
Ahhhhhh, just like we like it! Several awesome concerts coming up on our fall calendar including this
month’s feature, and one of our very favorite musical duos, Patchouli.
There is other news in our folk community. The bad news is that our hard working Vice-President,
Dwight Sullivan, has resigned his position with the Folk Club to have more time to pursue his own
musical endeavors. I, for one, know how dedicated one has to be to develop and sustain your own
career when you choose this crazy life of making music! And I know we all wish Dwight well on his
musical journey. The good news is that our very dedicated Festival Director, Eileen Kozloff, has
agreed to step into the role of V.P. until this fiscal term is over and she can see if serving in the
position of Vice-President will be manageable along with her festival directing responsibilities.
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So, I thank you sincerely, Dwight, for your service and dedication to the Sarasota Folk Club! And I
thank You, Eileen, for stepping in and making a smooth transition into the position of Vice-President.
See you all around the music!
Mindy Lou, Da Prez
Festival Report
We received over 100 applications from our Showcase artists! Once again, this will be a daunting
task for our selection committee as we comb through an amazing talent pool. We will be meeting
sometime in mid November and our committee will be prepared to announce the final results before
Thanksgiving! However, we can formally name one of our Showcase Artists, Mike Campbell, 2014
Sarasota Festival Winner of the Open Mic Contest. Congratulations again, Mike! Many thanks to all
who applied and support the SFF’s mission to keep folk music alive and well in our region.
Happy Halloween!
Eileen Kozloff, Director, Sarasota Folk Festival 2015
WSLR Radio 2014 fall membership drive Nov. 5th - 11th
Remember that WSLR is a non-commercial, non-profit community radio, supported totally by the
community, its listeners and its businesses. It takes no government funds, relying solely on the
spring and fall membership drives. WSLR features not only music not normally found on commercial
stations, but also talks, discussions and guests usually not found on commercial stations. And,
WSLR supports the local musicians of the greater Sarasota community, allowing them to reach an
audience with whom they might not normally have contact. Remember, too, that many musicians and
groups too numerous to mention have appeared live on air and/or in WSLR’s adjacent venue,
Fogartyville. And, as Amy Goodman of “Democracy Now” says often, “The airwaves are
YOURS…take them back and keep them.” WSLR is possibly the only way the community can do
this. Pledge by phone at 941-894-6469 or 941-954-8636, or go to www.wslr.org and pledge
securely online. And please select a “thank-you” gift. These gifts are provided by like-minded
members of our business community; selecting a gift is our way of thanking you for your support, and
if you select a gift certificate for one of our local businesses, upon redemption it tells that business
that you not only support WSLR and their interests, but that their certificate donation is well-spent.
Remember, too, that one does not have to wait for a specific show to be on air to donate to that show;
you can donate at any time, and specify to which show or shows you would like to give credit.
Upcoming Area Folk Performances from www.sarafolk.org/folkeventsdate.htm
To see Area Recurring Events including jams, go to www.sarafolk.org/recurring.htm
October
October 23, Thursday, Punta Gorda, BRENDAN NOLAN, The Celtic Ray, 145 East Marion Ave, 941505-9219, www.brendannolan.com
October 24, Friday, Sarasota, ROD MACDONALD, Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center,
525 Kumquat, 941-894-6469, www.wslr.org, www.rodmacdonald.net
October 24, Friday, Sarasota, PASSERINE is performing at The Tea House sponsored block party for
all of the businesses in Gillespie Village. 1869 Fruitville Rd, 8pm. www.passerinemusic.net
October 24, Friday, Sarasota, FAERIE ELAINE House Concert at Madri Wilson’s, 7:30pm, $20
includes a FREE CD of Elaine’s choice. Please call or email to register. Space is limited, 941-9571376, [email protected]
October 25/26, Saturday/Sunday, Sarasota, 4th Annual Croctoberfest at Myakka River State Park,
13208 SR 72, Sat. noon-7pm, Sun. noon-5pm. Great Florida craft beers, food, fun and music at the
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banks of the Upper Myakka Lake! The Anderson Brothers, Yo Mamas, Torne & Frayde and C Sharp
Duo are some of the bands that will be playing. www.myakkaoutpost.com/events.html
October 25, Saturday, Sarasota, BILL SCHUSTIK is performing at Pastry Arts, 7pm - 9pm, 1512 Main
Street, www.PastryArtBakeryCafe.com, www.billschustik.com
October 27, Monday, Sarasota, PATCHOULI, Sarasota Folk Club concert at the Sailing Squadron,
1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Open Mic 7:15pm, concert 8:30pm, $10 or more donation requested,
Info, Jean 941-377-9256 or [email protected], www.patchouli.net/
October 29, Wednesday, Sarasota, DEAN JOHANESEN, The Cottage, 153 Avenida Messina,
6:30pm to 9:30pm, www.deanjohanesen.com/band/home.htm
November
November 1, Saturday, Bradenton, MINDY SIMMONS, LISA BOHN, JAMIE GEE, & CAREY
CHANEY perform at 33rd Street Coffeehouse, Community Of Christ Church, 5817 33rd Street East at
7 pm. Concert Series to benefit the local food bank. Bring donations of cash and canned goods.
[email protected]
November 7, Friday, Port Charlotte, HOMEGROWN SOUNDS of Peg and Em are performing at
D'Vines Wine and Gift Emporium, 701 JC Center Court, 33954, 8:00 to 11:00 pm, 941-627-9463,
www.dvineswineandgifts.com/
November 15, Saturday, Sarasota, WSLR’s Second Community Contra Dance, 525 Kumquat Ct.
Sarasota, FL 34236. Instructional walkthroughs at 7:30pm, dancing begins 8:00pm. The caller will
be Stan Prince. Music will be provided by “Terns at Tide” featuring Folk Club member Dwight
Sullivan on guitar. Beverages and snacks will be available from the WSLR concession.
November 15, Saturday, Port Charlotte, FMFI Benefit/fooddrive at the Lake View Restaurant, 5605
McCall Road, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Many of the songwriters on the FMFI CD and others will be
performing. FMFI CDs will be available for purchase. Please bring canned goods/non-perishables
for donation. www.floridamusicfoodinitiative.org
November 15, Saturday, Punta Gorda, HOMEGROWN SOUNDS of Peg and Em are performing at
the Holiday Remembrance Service at Florida South Western State College Charlotte Campus
Auditorium, 26300 Airport Road, [email protected]
November 16, Sunday, Sarasota, HEATHER MALONEY is performing at Fogartyville, 525 Kumquat
Ct, 8pm. Heather Maloney’s influences are largely rooted in what she calls “adventurous folk,” but
she pushes outward, digging deeper, and roaming wider. Her songs are populated by vivid
characters that ultimately trace their way back to her, juicy touches of pop, and sometimes even a
little dash of rock ’n’ roll. www.wslr.org
November 21, Friday, Sarasota, PASSERINE is performing at the Cock & Bull, 975 Cattlemen Rd.,
9pm, www.passerinemusic.net
November 22, Saturday, Osprey, DAY OF CONSCIOUSNESS at Oscar Scherer State Park, 1843 S.
Tamiami Trail, 10 am - 4 pm. $10.00. This event is to provide environmental awareness, world and
community consciousness, while connecting the community to environmental awareness. You will
find talented artists, musicians and vendors in one sacred space. Surround yourself with others who
believe that together, with positive intentions, WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OUR
COMMUNITY… AND THE WORLD! Info: 941-483-5956, www.dayofconsciousness.com/,
www.floridastateparks.org/oscarscherer
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November 24, Monday, Sarasota, GRANT PEEPLES, Sarasota Folk Club concert at the Sailing
Squadron, 1717 Ken Thompson Pkwy, Open Mic 7:15pm, concert 8:30pm, $10 or more donation
requested, Info, Jean 941-377-9256 or [email protected], www.grantpeeples.com
November 28th, Friday, Sarasota, GARBAGE-MEN, STEVE ARVEY & DELTA SWAMP RATS, and
BEN PRESTAGE perform at the Hand-Cranked Festival at Fogartyville Media/Arts Center, 525
Kumquat Ct. Rear, 7:00pm, 941-545-5635, www.wslr.org/station-events, www.sarasotapeacenter.org/
November 29th, Saturday, Sarasota, PASSERINE, ARI AND THE ALIBIS, THE WHOLETONES,
STRANGEWAYS, JOSEPH WESTER STEREO VUDU perform at the Hand-Cranked Festival at
Fogartyville Media/Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct. Rear, 3pm, 941-545-5635, www.wslr.org/stationevents, www.sarasotapeacenter.org/
December
December 3, Wednesday, Sarasota, HANK WOJI & EILEEN KOZLOFF at Jr's Packing House, 987 S
Packinghouse Rd, 34232, 941 371-9358.
December 5, Friday, Punta Gorda, PASSERINE is performing at The Celtic Ray Public House, 145 E
Marion Ave, 941-916-9115, 8pm, www.passerinemusic.net
December 6, Saturday, Port Charlotte, HOMEGROWN SOUNDS of Peg and Em are performing at
D'Vines Wine and Gift Emporium, 701 JC Center Court, 33954, 8:00 to 11:00pm, 941-627-9463,
www.dvineswineandgifts.com/
December 11, Thursday, Sarasota, HANK WOJI & EILEEN KOZLOFF at Darwin's on 4th, 1525 4th
St, 34236, 941 343-2165.
December 13, Saturday, Lakewood Ranch, HANK WOJI & EILEEN KOZLOFF perform at a house
concert. For info:[email protected]
December 13, Saturday, Sarasota, GRANT PEEPLES, Bad Santa Show at Fogartyville Media/Arts
Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., 7:30pm, 941-545-5635, www.reverbnation.com/grantpeeples,
www.sarasotapeacenter.org/
December 15, Monday, Sarasota, HOLIDAY OF SONG and Sarasota Folk Festival fund raiser,
featuring PASSERINE, BRIAN SMALLEY, MINDY SIMMONS. Hosts will be Eileen Kozloff and
Carolyn Dunn. Sarasota Folk Club concert starts at 7:00 pm at the Sailing Squadron, 1717 Ken
Thompson Pkwy, $10 or more donation requested. Bring a holiday treat to share! Raffles! Info:
Carolyn, 941-483-9158 or [email protected]. No open mic.
December 17, Wednesday, Sarasota HANK WOJI & EILEEN KOZLOFF at the Blue Rooster, 1525
4th St, 34236, 941 388-7539.
December 19, Friday, Sarasota, Get Your Phil On, Phil Ochs Birthday celebration, at Fogartyville
Media/Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Ct., 8:00pm, 941-545-5635, www.sarasotapeacenter.org/
Member Opportunities
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Host a House Concert. Are you interested in hosting a house concert for a local folk artist or a
touring performer? If you have room for 20-30 people and a bunch of friends/neighbors you can
invite, this is a fun thing to do. The Folk Club provides publicity for events hosted by Club members
and we can provide the names of local and touring folk performers. Contact Anne Bishop,
[email protected], for more info.
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Entertainment Night. For ten years, a group of 12 friends has gotten together once a month for a
pitch-in dinner and an evening of entertainment provided by local and touring folk performers that
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they have hired. If this sounds like fun to you and you’d like to start your own Entertainment Night,
contact either Anne Bishop or Lu Winberg.
This ‘n That
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WSLR, 96.5 FM. Tune in to WSLR, 96.5 FM, our locally funded radio station www.wslr.org. You
will especially want to listen to programmers Ishmael Katz & James Hawkins, alternating on the 2hour folk show Sundays from 11am-1pm; and “From the Mountains and Beyond” with Tracy
Hostetler every Monday from 4-6pm. Wednesday evenings check out Gary Inganamort’s “New and
Blue Session” for bluegrass both old and new, from 7-9pm. Don't miss them. If you live outside the
WSLR broadcast area, please go to www.wslr.org and click on the radio “play” button at the top of
the page to stream the station. Call 941-954-8636 for the direct line to the programmer for
questions or requests. WSLR 96.5 accepts submissions for Public Service Announcements,
as long as the event is a benefit (no prices for admissions, donations, etc.). Send
announcements and artwork listing the event to [email protected] for approval. And remember: the
earlier they get it, the more they can be read!
To make a pledge any time to WSLR, call 941-894-6469 or online at
http://www.wslr.org/pledge-now-0. And please check out the generous list the “thank-you” gifts
for your donation. WSLR helps support our efforts by announcing our events!! Musicians are
always encouraged to submit recordings for air play as well, and most WSLR events try to
include at least one local act as an opener.
To volunteer at WSLR, contact the business office at 941-894-6469 for further information, or
apply at the volunteer web page http://wslr.org/volunteer/
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Performers and Fans, please note: XPOrAdio.com is the Songwriter Radio Showcase for all
aspiring as well as professional songwriters, and musical groups that perform their original songs.
Developed by a songwriter exclusively for songwriters, performers, and recording acts to XPOSE
and promote their music, and for all the wonderful music fans throughout the world who appreciate
and respect the talent, inspiration, creativity, and perhaps even the courage it takes to express
oneself through writing songs, http://www.xporadio.com/xpotuner.htm.
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Folk Club Ongoing Fundraiser. We can all donate items to the Women’s Exchange on Orange
Ave in Sarasota and the Sarasota Folk Club will receive 65% of the selling price when an item is
sold. Mark your items with "Sarasota Folk Club”, & the number 42104. Consignments are accepted
from 8:30-11 am Mon, Wed, & Fri the first three weeks of the month. Call 941-955-7859, Ext 302
for questions or to make other arrangements.
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Support Our Local Folk Music Venues!! www.sarafolk.org/venues.htm.
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WMNF Radio. On WMNF, 88.5 FM you can listen to folk or bluegrass on Saturday mornings from 6
am-2 pm. All shows are streamed live Online and are archived so you can listen to an earlier show
you might have missed or want to hear again. See www.wmnf.org for the complete schedule.
Classified Ads
For music teachers and instruments for sale, check out the Classified Ad section of the website at
http://www.sarafolk.org/classified.htm
Contacts
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President: MINDY SIMMONS, 941-371-1433, [email protected]
Vice President: EILEEN KOZLOFF, [email protected]
Secretary: MARGARET LEWIS, 941-378-3553, [email protected]
Treasurer: CAROLYN DUNN, 941-483-9158, [email protected]
Board Member: JEAN HEWITT, 941-377-9256, [email protected]
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Festival Director: EILEEN KOZLOFF, [email protected]
Newsletter Editor: LU WINBERG, 941-918-8333, [email protected]
Membership: ANNE BISHOP, 941-377-4999, [email protected]
Website: CAROLYN DUNN, 941-483-9158, [email protected]
Sailing Squadron MC: JIM GROMKO, 941-966-4727, [email protected]
Membership in the Sarasota Folk Club is FREE. If you know anyone who would like to join and get
this free newsletter via email every month, please have him or her contact Anne Bishop.
Deadline
By the 20th of each month, please send comments or non-calendar news to Lu Winberg,
[email protected]. Send local events (Bradenton to Punta Gorda) to be included in the Folk
Club website calendar and the Newsletter calendar to Carolyn Dunn, [email protected]. Send
your statewide events to [email protected] for the FOFF calendar (Doug Purcell is now doing the FOFF
calendar).
Local Performer Listing
If you would like your band or group listed on the Sarasota Folk Club website, Local Performers,
please send your name or band name, city, website, email, telephone and a brief description (25
words or less) of your music that will encourage the viewer to go to your web site, to Carolyn at
[email protected].
Folk Club Membership
The Folk Club nearly 800 folk enthusiasts on our membership list. Membership is free and members
receive a link to our e-newsletter at the end of each month. We thank Anne Bishop for maintaining
the membership list and Peter Burkard for contacting members whose emails have bounced.
REMOVE FROM MAILING LIST. If you do not want to remain on the Sarasota Folk Club mailing list,
please hit reply and put REMOVE in the subject.
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