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Saturday, October 14, 2023

Autumn events

 This fall, Rowan and I have been invited to provide music for several Events, starting with my son's wedding at a county park near the Columbia river!! 

Dalena and Josh
Family arrived the day before to help set up, and though it sprinkled in early afternoon, it cleared for the ceremony, and friends carried Rowan and the music down the hill! Josh made the arch (they'll set it up at home - and I want one for my entrance!) Dalena entered to 'You Say it Best,' and I played 'the Confluence' as they and their 4 young adult kids poured sand into a holder, signifying the joining of two families. 
It was lovely to see all the friends and family who gathered to celebrate the special day! 

In early October, I was asked to play for the Illuminating Hope event by a friend who was going to share her story. Henderson House provides support for victims of domestic abuse and violence. As it was market day, they hoped music would draw more to visit the plaza nearby.
Rowan in the Civic plaza

We played first, setting a nurturing tone for the event. There were purple ribbons honoring the 1000 women HH served each year, and local businesses donated addiction items for fundraising. 

The following day,  we were invited to play for Tea hosted by the Friends of the Senior Center. Over 40 women (and one man) attended, many in delightful hats! 

Tea Time 🎶 
It was a beautiful fall day and fun event.  Youth from the catering pathway class groom the high school served the attendees, and there were lots of smiles. 

A friend recently inquired about harp lessons, and I brought Tullie home from storage so we can begin. Percy was intrigued
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Percy and Tuilleadh
This afternoon we're harping for a wedding at the local catholic church - I'm playing 7 of the 10 pieces! 

Do you love harp music? 
(Or always wanted to play?)

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Turkey Rama 2010

The second weekend in July, McMinnville's oldest & largest community festival - Turkey Rama will celebrate it's 50th anniversary.

The McMinnville Downtown Association (DTA) & Chamber of Commerce are partnering to produce this year's event. The festival features arts and crafts, downtown merchants & other vendors, local community and non-profit groups, area businesses, music, a variety of entertainment for the whole family, & and an array of festival food.


With booths along the center of Third Street, the focus has shifted to promoting local businesses, artists & musicians. For the second year, I've been invited to play my harp in one of the Kiosks lining Third Street, & will perform Friday, July 9 from 11 AM - 1 PM The DTA Booth will have information on my location. On Saturday the 10th, our local Square Dance Club, Braids & Braves, will grace the Main Stage & do a demo from 11 - 12. (I'll be playing harp for a private wedding Sat, so will miss dancing with my friends.)

I hope you have a chance to come out & stroll the street, listen to some music, & enjoy this year's festival.