Four Day Reminder:Ā ApplicationsĀ for theĀ 2019 IBMA Leadership Bluegrass ClassĀ fromĀ NCBS MembersĀ are due onĀ October 31, 2018.
Spring 2019 NCBS-Welcomed Brookdale Bluegrass Festival Set For April 19-20 In Tres Pinos
The Northern California Bluegrass Society will welcome the Spring 2019 Brookdale Bluegrass Festival, set for April 19-20 at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos. The festival has been presented twice each year since 1998 by Brookdale Bluegrass. More information will be announced soon.
The San Benito County Historical Park needs a new caretaker to replace the retiring Don Pidd. <https://sanbenitolive.com/historical-society-puts-out-call-for-new-caretaker/>.
NCBS Bluegrass On Broadway To Present The Stoney Mountain Ramblers On January 26, 2019
TheĀ Northern California Bluegrass Society has announced that the Stoney Mountain RamblersĀ (Menlo Park) will perform in a FREE show at the famedĀ Freewheel Brewing Company on Saturday, January 26, 2019, as part of the NCBS Bluegrass On Broadway Festival.
The 12th Annual BOB Festival will be held at various venues throughoutĀ Redwood City, the Peninsulaās home of bluegrass music. The weekend of music will run January 25-27.
The Freewheel Brewing Company, 3736 Florence Street, offers fine beer and food options.
Bluegrass On Broadway receives principal financial support from theĀ Redwood City Civic Cultural Commission, theĀ Redwood City Department of Parks Recreation & Community Services, and other Redwood City area businesses, organizations and individuals.
One Week Reminder: Deadline For NCBS Members To Submit Leadership Bluegrass Applications Is October 31
One Week Reminder:Ā ApplicationsĀ for theĀ 2019 IBMA Leadership Bluegrass ClassĀ fromĀ NCBS MembersĀ are due onĀ October 31, 2018.
Northern California Bluegrass Society To Welcome 14th Annual Holiday Hootenanny In San Carlos December 14
TheĀ Northern California Bluegrass Society will welcome theĀ 14th Annual Devilās Canyon Brewing Company Holiday Hootenanny inĀ San Carlos onĀ Friday, December 14, 2018. Doors will open atĀ 4:00pm.
The FREE late afternoon & evening gathering will offer bluegrass music, fine craft beer, and good food. The event is presented byĀ Devilās Canyon and organized byĀ Scott Dailey. More details will be announced soon.
Brookdale Lodge To Officially Reopen With Bluegrass Music On October 24
The Brookdale Lodge, original home of the Brookdale Bluegrass Festival, will officially reopen on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 5:00pm. The Brookdale Bluegrass Band led by Eric Burman will provide music for the ceremony. The public is invited. Local dignitaries will join the owners to enjoy the moment.
The historic Highway 9 establishment (between Boulder Creek and Ben Lomond) plans to once again welcome bluegrass festivals, but not for several years. Only the hotel rooms, lobby and bar will open this week. The music performance space and the famed Brook Room Restaurant are still works in progress.Ā However, bands (including bluegrass) will soon appear in the renovated bar. More details will be announced soon.
Purple Mountain Majesty Boys Set For Thursday Bluegrass Series At The Summit House
The Purple Mountain Majesty BoysĀ are set toĀ play theĀ Thursday Bluegrass Series at the Summit House at the top of the Santa Cruz MountainsĀ on Thursday, October 25, with the music performance from 6:00-8:30pm.
The Summit House Beer Garden & GrillĀ is 6 miles south of Los GatosĀ on Highway 17 and presents the FREE weekly series, while theĀ Northern California Bluegrass Society welcomes the shows to our area.
Food and drink will be served during the performance.
Ten Day Reminder: Leadership Bluegrass Class Applications Due On October 31
Ten Day Reminder:Ā ApplicationsĀ for theĀ 2019 IBMA Leadership Bluegrass ClassĀ fromĀ NCBS MembersĀ are due onĀ October 31, 2018.
Brand New NCBS-Welcomed Santa Cruz Bluegrass Series At Earthbelly Wednesday Evenings
The Brand NewĀ NCBS-welcomed program at theĀ Earthbelly RestaurantĀ (Ocean at Soquel, Santa Cruz) offersĀ FREE regular bluegrass everyĀ WednesdayĀ eveningĀ 6:00-9:00pm. The new venue is presenting a line-up of Santa Cruz area bands.
FREE NCBS Bluegrass On Broadway Festival Set For January 25-27 In Redwood City
TheĀ Bluegrass On Broadway Festival, presented by the Northern California Bluegrass Society with principal financial support from the Redwood City Civic Cultural Commission, will be held on January 25-27, 2019 in Redwood City. The FREE event will include the Northern California Bluegrass Awards and the NCBS Bluegrass Film Festival.
