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Happy New Year!
 
I don't know what you think, but to me, it seems having the Christmas and New Year holidays mid-week seems to really knock down the potential for party time! Hopefully each of you received the Happy Holidays email from the Ozark Blues Society Board President, Liz Lottmann. The rest of the board certainly wishes each of our members and all of our readers the best as we enter 2020!
We sincerely hope you enjoy a year of peace and exceeding joy.
The calendar at the end of the newsletter is light on the live music events again, due to the holiday, but for those seeking a
chance to get out and enjoy, there are definitely some fun activities to check out.
Ticket sales for our annual IBC Fundraiser held each year at the 21c Hotel in Bentonville are now open. Please remember reserved seating IS limited. Check the article below or visit our website for more information.Below you will find a couple new articles related to our 2020 annual meeting and elections as well as a call for input for our January Fundraiser silent auction.
  Feel I am missing an event? Just
click the link below to email Sandy.  
  And always remember, this is YOUR newsletter! Please send feedback or suggestions our way. You can reach me by email at the address below. We appreciate our readers and want
to see your ideas included! 
~Sandy McCann
 
Board Nominations
and Annual Meeting
Is that time of year again....our nominating committee is accepting input of names for potential nominees for the board
of directors as well as the for the offices up for election in 2020. The annual meeting and elections will
be held in March, with the date
to be announced soon.
The offices of Vice President and Secretary are up for election for two year terms, and the currently unfilled office of treasurer is open for a one year term. Those being nominated must hold
a current membership in OBS, but
a new/renewed membership may
be initiated for a nominee who is not currently an active member but who wishes to accept a nomination. If you would like to nominate someone (or yourself) please email Bruce Barton
Can You Help?
Silent Auction Donations Sought for January
IBC Fundriaser
During the year, Ozark Blues Society produces blues education events, holds our annual Blues Challenge, and sponsors the Challenge winners to help with the major parts of the cost of their participation in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Though we are extremely grateful for our corporate sponsors such as Clorox, The Meteor Guitar Gallery, and Arkansas Music Works, we strive to raise funds to fully cover the expenses of the programs we offer. One important part of the January fundraiser is our silent auction. Our board members support the auction with donations of items and services, but we would love to see our members and readers get involved. Think  you might have an item or service you could contribute? If so, please contact Liz Lottmann with any questions or to offer your items.
Mark Your Calendar
Ozark Blues Society
IBC Fundraiser

Each year Ozark Blues Society hosts a fundraiser to assist with the cost of sending our Blues Challenge winners to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. This popular event is going to once again be held at the 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville. The date has been confirmed for Saturday, January 25, 2020. Our winning band, Brick Fields Blues Therapy will highlight the night with special guests The Downtown Livewires and the Jimmy Wayne Garrett Band. The link to purchase tickets for the event is now available. Visit  www.ozarkbluessociety.org
or link directly to our EventBrite Bound For Beale Ticket sales page, HERE
A limited number of sponsored reserved tables are available. Please email OBSVIPTIX@gmail.com for more information.  
A Little Bluesy
Holiday Cheer

Thanks Rev. Jimmie Bratcher for 
sharing this holiday favorite done up for blues lovers.
Music Calendar 
12/27 - 1/04
Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations that support Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.

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12.27
  • The Cate Brothers and the Eric Matthews Band for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Dave Tessier at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
12.28
  • Night Under the Mistletoe with RetroPill at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • Tony Alvarez at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
12.30
  • Jazz Night at Undercroft Bar in Bentonville
12.31
  • 90# Wrench for NYE at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • Tater and Mater/Jenna and the Soul Shakers for New Year Bash at Pedalers Pub (reservation required) in Bentonville
  • NYE Crossroads Festival with the Eric Matthews Band at Warrens Rec Room in Alma
1.01 Happy New Year!
 
1.02

  • The Ragetones/Fractured Society/Crimson Iron/Jagnasty at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
1.03
  • Brick Fields Blues Therapy CD release and Boston Mountain Playboys for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Ashtyn Barbaree at The Nines in Bentonville
1.04
  • Jenna and the Soul Shakers at JJ's Grill and Chill on Dickson in Fayetteville
Mark Your Calendar 
  • 1/10 Framing the Red at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • 1/18 Matt Gilmour Band at The Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • 1/25 Ozark Blues Society IBC Fundraiser at 21c in Bentonville
  • 2/19 Cate Brother Movie Premier at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
In this issue:  12/27/2019
Happy New Year!
Board Nominations and Annual Meeting
Can You Help? Silent Auction Donations Sought for January IBC Fundriaser
Mark Your Calendar Ozark Blues Society IBC Fundraiser
A Little Bluesy Holiday Cheer
Music Calendar  12/27 - 1/04
On this day in Blues History  December 27
This Week's Quote
Blues Education Supporters
Check Out these regular local radio programs
Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society

Links You Can Use

On this day
in Blues History
 December 27

Today’s show features music performed by Jimmy Noone and Matt “Guitar” Murphy
This Week's Quote
 
 
“Sounds like the blues are composed of feelings, finesse,
and fear.”

 
Billy Gibbons
Blues Education Supporters
Thanks to the following for their support of blues education.


Check Out these regular local radio programs
 
 


 
"The Generic Blues Show" hosted by Paul Kelso airs every Friday night at 9pm on KUAF 91.3FM
 
 


 
Rockin' Hog Radio presents "Sunday Morning Blues" from 8am to 10am every Sunday
LINK
 
Get Involved with the Ozark Blues Society
 


Annual membership levels begin at $15 and give you so much in return, including meeting new friends while enjoying the best blues artists in the area.  
 
By being a member of The Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas, you are helping to support the Arts and to preserve the Original American Art Form known as The Blues.
 
Membership Benefits Include:
 
Weekly E-newsletter
 
Opportunities to win tickets to events
 
VIP seating at events (when available)
 
Discounts on OBS merchandise
 
Social networking – meeting other people who also love the blues
 
Opportunities to volunteer on OBS committees and at events
 
Ability to attend board meetings and vote on upcoming organizational issues and elections
 
Visit our Website to renew or join! Ozarkbluessociety.org
 
 


 


 
Links You
Can Use
 
Arkansas Music Pavillion
 
Arkansas Music Works
 
American Blues News
 
The Blues Foundation
 
Block Street Records
 
Blues For A Cause
 
Blues Festivals Guide
 
Blues Guitar News
 
Crystal Bridges
 
Downtown Bentonville
 
Eureka Springs Blues Weekend
 
Free Weekly
 
George’s Majestic Lounge
 
Guitar Center
 
J L Sound & Lighting Productions
 
National Blues Museum
 
North AR Jazz Society
 
NWA Tunedin
 
Rockin' Hog Radio
 
Sherry L Speer Photography
 
The Founders Room
 
The Walmart Museum
 
Tom Mowry Photography
 
http://www.songwritingcompetition.com./
 


 
 

Ozark Blues Society of Northwest Arkansas  |  P O Box 2004  |  Bentonville, AR 72712  | 

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