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Darke
County Center for the Arts will host “Barbecue and Blues,”
fundraiser at Turtle Creek
Golf Course on Friday, July 15. Modern-day
blues virtuoso Jay Jesse Johnson will be the
headlining music act;
known for “setting the blues on fire from both ends,” Johnson plays
smoking slow blues as well as fast-paced rocking boogie. Tickets for
the event are $10.
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Food and fun at
DCCA’s “Barbecue and Blues”
Darke County Center for the Arts will host “Barbecue and Blues,” a
family-friendly fundraiser at Turtle Creek Golf Course on Friday, July
15. The event opens at 6:30 p.m., with local favorites Higgins-Madewell
providing their unique blend of strong vocals and amazing acoustic
guitar work. Modern-day blues virtuoso Jay Jesse Johnson will be the
headlining music act; known for “setting the blues on fire from both
ends,” Johnson plays smoking slow blues as well as fast-paced rocking
boogie. Tickets for the event are $10.
The Thirsty Turtle will have food and a full range of drinks available
for purchase throughout the evening at additional cost. In addition to
BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, the special menu available at The Thirsty
Turtle includes pulled chicken, cole slaw, baked beans, and home fries.
Additionally, cheesecake with strawberry drizzle will be offered for
dessert.
According to DCCA Artistic director Keith Rawlins, two of the best
guitarists in the country will be on stage at Turtle Creek on July 15.
“Combining Jeff Madewell's incredible guitar chops with Erin Higgins
melodic voice creates a musical experience worth traveling miles to
hear. Add to that Jay Jesse Johnson, known as the cream of the crop in
contemporary blues, and you are assured an exciting evening of
outstanding music,” Rawlins stated. Sponsorship for the musical
performances is provided by Matt and Angie Arnold, Tom and Jennifer
Bish, George and Becky Luce, and Bob and Jean McLear.
DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan says that “Barbecue and Blues”
has become an extremely popular summertime event. “This is a great
opportunity to celebrate the season with lively, listenable music in a
lovely setting,” Ms. Jordan said. The proceeds from “Barbecue and
Blues” support DCCA programming, helping make possible DCCA's Arts In
Education program as well as the Family Theatre Series and a summer
theatre residency by Missoula Children's Theatre. “Without fundraisers
such as these, DCCA could not provide AIE at no charge to students,
Family Theatre tickets for $5, or hands-on theatre experience with MCT
at no cost to participants. DCCA is grateful to Turtle Creek for
hosting this fantastic event and their support of the arts in our
community,” Ms. Jordan concluded.
In case of inclement weather, “Barbecue and Blues” will move inside.
Although tickets will be available at the gate, DCCA strongly
recommends purchasing them in advance. Tickets can be reserved by
contacting DCCA at 937-547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net or ordered
online at www.centerforarts.net. Tickets are also available at
Greenville Public Library, Readmore's Hallmark, and Darke County
Welcome Center, as well as at Turtle Creek Golf Course, 6545 U.S. Route
36 East, Greenville.
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