Updates, Concerts, Gigs & Happenings
July/August 2017

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To ADD An Event

You don’t need to be a Sponsor/Member of SCDH to list an event. 
But the event should be Dulcimer-Related or of musical interest to our organization. 
This is a public service of SCDH, which does not endorse or fund these events unless stated.  
Send your dulcimer events in the following format to: dulcimer@scdh.org
 

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President's Message

Hello, Dulcimer Lovers

Ah, Summer. The amazing storms we experienced in the latter part of Winter and Spring are memories now (I passed a green illuminated street sign hanging by only one rivet, damaged by the wind, as a police car parked under it in an effort to shield drivers if it crashed to the ground). Surf is normal. We awaken to the crisp stillness of the morning air. Days are long; it’s light past eight o’clock. As the day begins to fade, a calm falls over our Southern California community. It’s time to put work and the bustle of living aside. It’s music time. But wait – we need scenery and props.

Imagine a place big enough for a jam, but not too overwhelming in size. Surround this place with seating for people who need the comfort of beautiful music in the cool of the evening. Cue the trees, the sun, the sky, the slight breeze, the flocks of birds overhead. An occasional airplane streaks past, trailing a narrow streak brightened by the colors of the setting sun.

SCDH-SHIPLEY JAM
Where is this place? As close as Huntington Beach. On Thursday, August 10, at 6 pm, at the Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach Central Park, we will gather once again for our traditional 'SCDH - Shipley Nature Center All Acoustic Music Jam'. Cue the fiddle, cello, guitar, hammered and fretted dulcimers, whistle, banjo, bodhran, voices... Any other instruments? Bring ‘em on! Friends gather together, and when they do, the result is. . .Ear Candy!

Click here for MORE INFO, MAPS, ETC

Don’t forget your insect repellant, a hat if it’s a bit too warm, and a light jacket just in case. But the most important thing to remember is. . .you.
Don’t miss it. And don’t miss checking out the wonderful events in our July calendar as well.

FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Have you remembered to call Bobbi to volunteer for your favorite job at the Harvest Festival of Dulcimers on November 11?
That phone number and email again: (714) 534-2855
ArnMiraAdler@sbcglobal.net
Be well and happy.

BOBBI ADLER, SCDH President
714-534-2855
ArnMiraAdler@sbcglobal.net

 

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NOTES & SPECIAL THANKS TO SPECIAL FOLKS from B. Gershman, VP:

Thanks Ahead Of Time To ....
Anyone who plans to participate in our 6th ANNUAL SCDH JAM AT SHIPLEY NATURE CENTER in Huntington Beach Central Park, Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017, 6-8pm. It’s not just for DULCIMERS!! All acoustic instruments are welcome plus audience to sing along. The jam will be followed by the OC Astronomers with telescopes. See the listing at the bottom of this calendar for this FREE community event.

Thanks To ....
GEORGIANA HENNESSY for fantastic work in updating the SCDH website, SCDH.ORG to include info. for the 11/11/17 Festival. We will be adding workshop descriptions and the Mid-Day Concert line-up soon. Thanks from all of us!!!!! Georgiana plays fiddle and accordion with Looney’s Fortune Irish Band - showing that all can join in to support SCDH.

Thanks To ....
 TERRY GUCWA for exploring how we can jazz up this monthly e-calendar. He puts in a lot of time sending this out to you. Thanks, Terry!! He plays cello and mandolin with On A Lark Celtic Trio, so also exemplifies our SCDH diversity. We couldn’t function without great people such as Terry and Georgiana!!!

SCDH FESTIVAL NEWS for 11/11/17 Our 23rd Festival!

FESTIVAL CONSIGNMENT BOOTH
Plan to donate to SCDH (for resale) or sell your excess instruments and music accessories. http://www.scdh.org/SCDH/Consignment.html

FUNDRAISERS 'PAPER BAG'/ OPPORTUNITY DRAWINGS:
It’s time to look around for items to donate for these special drawings at the festival evening concert. Check the website if needed to see what this is all about. New or gently used items, or handmade, music-related (or not), crafts, etc, etc.
Does anyone have contacts to offer a VACATION? GIFT CARDS? GIFT BASKETS?
Check out - http://www.scdh.org/SCDH/Opportunity_Drawings.html
All the proceeds go to help finance the festival. Remember that we have 4 wonderful headliners this year, just for you.

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Musical Events/Performances/Workshops
 July/August 2017

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