Monumental Fiddling Championship
May 25, 2013 • 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Registration begins at 10 a.m.
Homestead National Monument of America, Beatrice, Nebraska
Registration and a free fiddling workshop are at 10 a.m., the contest is at 12 p.m., and a concert by the Sandy Creek Bluegrass Band follows at 4 p.m. There are 3 divisions and $1300 in prize money, or a free fiddle as a prize. Pieces should be a hoedown, waltz, and/or tune of choice, from the years prior to 1936 when Homestead National Monument was created. There will be 3 divisions: Junior Division (less than 5 years experience, play two pieces), Senior Division (more than 5 years experience, play 3 pieces), and Legends Division (past 1st place winners of Senior Division, play 3 pieces). First place winners in each division will receive a trophy and choose either prize money or a new fiddle. Second and third place will receive a trophy and a cash prize. Visit the National Park Service web site for complete details. For more information, contact Molly Watters at 402-223-3514 or via e-mail.
There is no admission or registration fee for this contest.
Jefferson City Fiddle Camp
June 3, 2013 • 1-4 p.m.
Capital Ritz Studio, 2716 Plaza Drive Jeffeson City, MO
Robin Freeland is organizing a fiddle camp, June 3-7, 1-4 p.m. each day, for ages 7 and up, including kids, adults and all levels (beginners welcome). The cost for the camp is $90.
For more information, call (573) 230-1374 or contact Robin via e-mail.
Hallsville Square Dance – June
June 8, 2013 • 4-10 p.m.
Hallsville Community Building
Second Saturday of each month at the Hallsville Community Building.
4 p.m.: Instrumental jam sessions for any interested musicians; square dance instruction will be available
6 p.m.: Potluck supper.
7-10:30 p.m. (or until we’ve had enough): Dance.
The Hallsville Community Building is located three or four blocks east of the four-way stop in Hallsville on highway OO, near the water tower.
Very informal; All ages welcome; Square dance instruction available, live music. No admission charge planned at this time, but donations will be accepted to help cover costs. Carry-in food welcome for the potluck supper. No smoking in the building. No alcohol allowed.
Questions: Contact John White at 573-696-3776.
Hallsville Square Dance – July
July 13, 2013 • 4-10 p.m.
Hallsville Community Building
Second Saturday of each month at the Hallsville Community Building.
4 p.m.: Instrumental jam sessions for any interested musicians; square dance instruction will be available
6 p.m.: Potluck supper.
7-10:30 p.m. (or until we’ve had enough): Dance.
The Hallsville Community Building is located three or four blocks east of the four-way stop in Hallsville on highway OO, near the water tower.
Very informal; All ages welcome; Square dance instruction available, live music. No admission charge planned at this time, but donations will be accepted to help cover costs. Carry-in food welcome for the potluck supper. No smoking in the building. No alcohol allowed.
Questions: Contact John White at 573-696-3776.