Rock the Vote: Saturday, October 11 from 3 to 6 PM
October 4, 2008 | Filed Under Election 2008, Events, Around town | Leave a Comment
Join your neighbors for a fun event this Saturday afternoon with REFRESHMENTS, AWESOME
LIVE MUSIC, DANCING, AND INTERESTING AND INFORMED SPEAKERS.
BRING FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
In a tough political season, it’s good to remember that we are all neighbors and there is much that unites us, like good food, music and dancing. Everyone is welcome!
Music by John David (J. D.) Souther and Grammy winner Raul Malo. Speakers include Dorothy Bradley, former MT State legislator and candidate for governor, and Major General Donald Loranger, USAF Retired, and member of Republicans for Obama. SATURDAY, October 11, 3PM to 6PM at the Livingston Depot 200 W Park St, Livingston, MT.
UPDATE: Senator John Tester and Broad Comedy will be at this event. The Boston Globe said this about Broad Comedy: “Sharp writing, playful performances and impeccable comic timing! The fun is infectious!” Gloria Steinem said “Broad Comedy will help you laugh at the bastards — thus lengthening your life and shortening theirs.”
Download the flyer. Click the image at right to enlarge.
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About the music:
J. D. Souther is a country rock singer-songwriter and actor, as well as a multi instrumentalist. Souther is probably best known for his well crafted songwriting abilities, especially in the field of country rock. He co-wrote some of the biggest hits for the Eagles, including “Best of My Love”, “Victim of Love”, “Heartache Tonight”, and “New Kid in Town”. He also wrote songs for several of Ronstadt’s multi-platinum albums, including “Faithless Love” from Heart Like a Wheel and “White Rhythm and Blues” included in her Living in the USA album. He also recorded several notable duets with Ronstadt, including “Hearts Against the Wind,” “Prisoner in Disguise,” and “Sometimes You Can’t Win.” He wrote “Run Like a Thief,” which appeared on Home Plate by Bonnie Raitt. He was a contributor on the Roy Orbison and Friends, A Black and White Night 1987 concert and video, sang The Platters’ “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” in the 1989 movie Always and sang the theme song to the 1989-1992 sitcom Anything But Love.
“Force of nature Raul Malo wraps his husky vocals around everything like he owns the copyright on heartbreak,” says Entertainment Weekly. Best known as the founder and frontman of Grammy-winning, multiplatinum band The Mavericks, Raul’s talent has proven to be ever expanding, and in the last couple of years he has established himself as a solo artist, as a producer and musical director and as a member of the super-group Los Super Seven. “Raul Malo could sing a tax form and make an auditor believe every word.” — Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Here’s a chance to hear a genuine Maverick, one with talent and integrity.
Blazing Saddles VII photos and video
August 11, 2008 | Filed Under Images of Livingston, Around town | Leave a Comment
A couple of weeks ago I posted Blazing Saddles VII photos and a video of stills (with music) on the Payden Memorial Foundation Web site. I thought those who pledged my ride (for over $1000!) and those who rode, sponsored, and volunteered would like to check it out:
http://www.payden.org/BlazingGallery/
NOTE: Blazing Saddles is an annual fundraising bicycle ride to benefit kids with cancer. Now in its seventh year, the event (July 19, 2008) raised$43,500 for families in need who have kids with cancer.
Sparkling Dawg Design, my Web design and hosting service, is the official volunteer Web designer and hosting service for the Payden Memorial Foundation.
Some good reasons to go to the Friday Farmer’s Market
July 19, 2008 | Filed Under Around town | Leave a Comment
If you needed just one good reason to go to the Friday Farmer’s Market on Callender Street, the breakfast pizza from Adagio’s would be it. I had sausage, pancetta, cheese, and the incredibly good pizza sauce on mine. I picked mine up to go and it was excellent even when I reheated it the next day. But Adagio chef and owner Jim Liska, ever one to bring a touch of Italy to Livingston, has put out some tables and coffee, so you can sit on a sunny morning and enjoy yours at a leisurely pace. (Tables have umbrellas for shade if you desire it.)
More great reasons: Robert Porte’s chocolate cake. I got one last week to take to a dinner with friends and it was a huge hit. Using ingredients like organic eggs, Belgian chocolate, and Amish butter, Robert has created a dessert that is absolutely mouth-watering. And then there were the sirloins from Indreland Ranch Angus Beef. It’s always a welcome sight to see Betsy at the Wednesday Farmer’s Market, but grabbing some steaks for the weekend on Friday is an added treat. I broiled my hormone-free sirloins on Sunday after a 50+ mile bike ride and they were a fine reward for the workout.
Jody Allen is there, too, with bok choy and other greens as well as herbs and spices, and homemade dog biscuits that my two dawgs really love. As our short growing season offers up more produce, you won’t want to miss the chance to get yours–locally and naturally grown.
You can also pick up a jar of Crazy Woman Wine Preserves. I got the Pomegranate and tried it on some of Livingston’s own Wilcoxson’s French vanilla ice cream. Oh, my.
Locally raised lamb, homemade pies, and more are also available. Expect to see more in the coming weeks.
The Friday Morning Farmers Market, unlike it’s companion Wednesday afternoon Market at Miles Park, is all about food. Look for it downtown from 7:30 to 10:00am, through Harvest Season, on Callender Street between Main and Second. Buy local! Good food from your neighbors. Brought to you by the Corporation for the Northern Rockies and their generous sponsors.