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About bluegrass music and the folks who support it and some videos of things that catch my attention. All photos are copyrighted and used with permission only
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- Jack Holland
- Brooklyn , CT, United States
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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Flat Footing in Sparta, N.C.
The Alleghany County Fiddlers Convention is held in Sparta, North Carolina in July.The Competition is by age group and includes Flat Footing or Clogging as well as acoustic instruments, singing considered to be traditional or bluegrass style or old tyme music. It's held at the Fairgrounds in Sparta and offers camping and food vendors. It's always a great time and you should check it out.
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Girls get the Chair
You are never to old to act like a kid, just let loose and have some fun and these ladies did just that.
Saturday, March 2, 2024
The Rabbit Hunters
Can you picture yourself providing for your family the way these gents did back in early 1900 when this photo was taken. Along with hard scrabble farming and harvesting wood for the home fires some of the men here worked on building a railbed for the electric rail car that brought people and freight to and from Providence, Rhode Island. This feat was accomplished by about 100 men and very little machinery. From left; George Jacques, Myron Northrum, James E. Smith, Mr. Hale, and Harry Smith.
Monday, February 19, 2024
Brooklyn Conn. Restaurants Forced to Close
The owners of two restaurants that share a right of way with the East Brooklyn Ct. Fire Department say they are closing the locations known as "The Ice Box" and the restaurant next door called "Suto's."
The issues began two years ago when the Fire Dept. had concerns over restaurant customers parking illegally on the street that is used by emergency vehicles. One thing led to another and lawsuits were
initiated against the owners of the popular eateries who have used up over 100,000 defending themselves and cannot continue losing money. They plan to look for a location to start over in another town.
Thursday, February 15, 2024
A friend, face contorted with pain from being shunned by loved ones and not knowing the reason for their behavior. She'd given so much of herself without appreciation or acknowledgement. She searched for answers. She struggled, but in the end couldn’t find one. I suggested that time has a way of healing all ills and as Ram Dass said, " Ultimately we are all just walking each other home.”
Friday, February 9, 2024
Friday, February 2, 2024
Jenny Brook and Tunbridge Vermont
When you need to take a break from jamming or visiting take a walk up the hill to Main St. Rt. 110 and take in the sights of a classic Vermont town. You might appreciate the quiet peaceful way of life suggested in the
white gable roofed homes.You'll see a tiny post office that serves a small population and the town hall and library are inviting a look see too. On your walk you can see all of the campers and stages of the festival and
the beautiful hills and wild river that complete the scene.
When hungry check out the 1830's country store for a great snack or go back to the food vendors at the fairgrounds.
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