Saturday, April 25. 2009
They are entertainers of the first order, producing gorgeous harmonies, captivating lyrics, and witty banter. We are always thrilled to welcome them back to the Ball & Chain, with their unique blend of eclectic & original folk music performed by Richard Ruane on guitar & lead vocals, Mitch Barron on bass & vocals, and Beth Duquette on vocals. To learn more about this fantastic trio, visit their website: www.breadandbones.com.
Friday, April 24. 2009
Mark Daly and Ethan West play "acoustic newgrass" and folk-rock blues, coupling remarkable guitar jams with sweet harmonies. It's impossible to sit still during one of their shows! They're young, they're hip, and they're talented. To sample some of their music, visit their MySpace page:www.myspace.com/goshenramblers, then come see and hear them
live and in person!
Saturday, April 18. 2009
Manchester, Vermont, singer-songwriters Beth and Larry Welton perform a mixed bag of old and new, original and traditional folk-blues (or blues-folk) music, performed on guitar, mandolin, autoharp, and harmonica! Come enjoy some beautiful tunes on an April night. To learn more about this wonderful duo, visit their website: http://www.tinpennyband.com.
Friday, April 17. 2009
Are you suffering from Spring Fever? Celebrate the robins’ return, the emergence of spring flowers, and the lengthening days with the fantastic foursome consisting of Gregg Humphrey, Mike Connor, Mike Boise and Earle Provin, as they perform some fantastic finger-flyin' bluegrass tunes. The music is wonderful, and the jokes between songs aren't too bad, either. This show is always a crowd-pleaser, so get here early! To read more about the band's history, ogle photos, and see where they're playing, visit their website: snakemountainbluegrass.com.
Thursday, April 16. 2009
Those interested in transforming old and abandoned properties into income-producing ventures can learn by example from the history of the Howe Scale Company, a business in Vermont dating back to 1876 (including its early years in Brandon). The Howe to Book provides insight into the history of the company, but is more than just a story of the past. When the Howe Scale Company came to Rutland, it had its ups and downs, its good times and its bad times. Co-author Joseph A. Giancola renovated the Howe Scale Company into the current Howe Center. Co-author Don Wickman is a Vermont historian, recognized as the regional authority on the American Revolution site of Mount Independence. He is the author of We Are Coming Father Abra'am: The History of the 9th Vermont Volunteer Infantry and the editor of Letters to Vermont: From Her Civil War Soldier Correspondents. Both authors live in Rutland.
Friday, April 10. 2009
Rochester resident (and native Vermonter), Ben is an accomplished songwriter and guitarist who has been playing music as long as he can remember, counting among his influences The Beatles, John Mellencamp, The Police, and Tom Waits. He returns to the Ball & Chain Café for a night of cool and eclectic folk-rock, alternative, acoustic tunes. To learn more about him and his music, visit
his website: www.benbalivet.com.
Thursday, April 2. 2009
Newfane, Vermont, author Castle Freeman Jr. presents his acclaimed new novel, All That I Have, a March IndieBound Book-of-the-Month choice. Freeman’s pleasantly wicked fourth novel, using his flawless ear for dialogue and his sharp eye for detail, is set in small town rural Vermont. It explores the moral choices of the laconic and gently self-deprecating sheriff, Lucian Wing. The author is a lead essayist for The Old Farmer’s Almanac and, starting in 2009, will contribute essays to each issue of Vermont Life magazine. Mr. Freeman will read from, discuss, and sign copies of his book.
Wednesday, April 1. 2009
Rug Hooking and Knitting CircleWednesday, April 1 and 15- 6:30 to 8:30 PM French Roundtable Saturdays at 9:30 AM Chess Club Sundays at 12:30 PM Dungeons and Dragons Sundays at 2:30 PM
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