Itinerary Archive for Bob and Kristie Black


When? Event Information :)
Thurs-Sun, Feb 21-24, 2008AMANA, IOWA - 2nd Annual "AMANA JAM!!!" BOB BLACK will be participating in the 2nd annual AMANA JAM CAMP--a weekend of workshops centered around learning music jam session skills. Other instructors will include PAUL ROBERTS ,KEITH YODER, and BILL CAGLEY. Check out this website for further details: www.amanajam.com
Fri, Feb 15, 2008MILLERSBURG, IOWA COMMUNITY CENTER BOB and KRISTIE BLACK will perform at 5:30. Supper afterward. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. For more information, call: 319-655-8318
Thurs, Feb 14, 2008The Mill Restaurant, Iowa City, Ia BOB & KRISTIE with BANJOY, including PAUL ROBERTS and MARK WILSON, will perform at the 7th-Annual SWEETHEARTS' SERENADE. Tickets are available at www.mikeandamyfinders.com and at Real Compact Discs, 203 N Linn Street in Iowa City. The music starts at 6:30 PM and OTHER featured performers include The Great Bluegrass Herons, Al & Aleta Murphy, Joe & Coleen Peterson, Truckstop Souvenir (Fairfield, IA), and Mike & Amy Finders.
Wed, Feb 13, 2008THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Ia. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND, 120 E Burlington St., 7-10 PM.For music, pictures and more, check out the BSBGB web site at: http://www.myspace.com/theburlingtonstreetbluegrassband
Wed, Feb 13, 2008IOWA CITY, IOWA EMERSON POINT Assisted Living Facility - BOB & KRISTIE will perform a concert from 6-6:30 PM.
Sun, Dec 16, 2007BOB and KRISTIE - Sharon Center United Methodist Church, 2804 520th St SW, Kalona, Iowa. The Great Bluegrass Herons and Friends Acoustic Christmas Program. 7:00 PM. Cocoa and Cookies following the program!
Wed, Dec 12, 2007MILLERSBURG, IOWA SENIOR DINING SITE (In the new Community Center Building) BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS - pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-12 Noon.
Sat, Dec 8, 2007BOB and KRISTIE with MARK WILSON and DARRYL TOWER - Private Christmas Party
Sat, Nov 17, 2007HANNIBAL, MISSOURI - LAND OF MARK TWAIN BLUEGRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL BOB BLACK will perform with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. For further info, call 573-853-4344
Mon, Nov 12, 2007Wayland, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS. Private performance.
Wed, Oct 24, 2007THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Ia. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND, 120 E Burlington St., 7-10 PM. For music, pictures and more, check out the BSBGB web site at: http://www.myspace.com/theburlingtonstreetbluegrassband
Wed, Oct 24, 2007NORTH ENGLISH, Iowa - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:00-11:30 AM.
Sun, Oct 24, 2007Iowa City Nazarene Church BOB BLACK with ALAN and ALETA MURPHY - morning service music
Wed, Oct 10, 2007Iowa City Assisted Living BOB BLACK with PAUL ROBERTS 6-6:30 PM
Fri, Oct 5, 2007PRIVATE WEDDING PARTY
Thurs, Oct 4, 2007PRIVATE PARTY
Saturday, Sept 29, 2007BOB BLACK with THE MCPUNK BROTHERS PRIVATE WEDDING PARTY
Sat, Sept 29, 2007MT. PLEASANT, IOWA Private Party
Sat, Sept 22, 2007OSKALOOSA, IOWA - Southern Iowa Fairgrounds BANJOY will be performing for the annual fall meeting of the Iowa State Club of the Winnebago-Itasca Travelers (WIT). This year's theme: Fun With Bluegrass!
Fri, Sept 21, 2007 AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE - BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** membership is NOT required. Dinner at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Sun, Sept 16, 2007Johnson County Fairgrounds, Iowa City, Iowa. The 37th annual FIDDLER'S PICNIC! 12:00 - 6:00 PM. Continuous stage show featuring many of eastern Iowa's finest old-time, bluegrass, celtic, country, and folk musicians. Parking lot jam sessions. INSTRUMENT WORKSHOPS!--banjo, mandolin, guitar, celtic harp, and fiddle. Beginners and children are encouraged. 2-3:30 PM. Vintage instrument dealer showcase. See You There!
Sun, Sept 16, 2007IOWA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM, Coralville, Iowa. BANJOY will perform a children's concert at The Iowa Children¹s Museum. 1-2 pm. ADMISSION: $6.00 per person. For further information, contact: The Iowa Children's Museum 1451 Coral Ridge Avenue Coralville, IA 52241 319.625.6255 ext. 215 WEBSITE: www.theicm.org
Sat, Sept 15, 2007APPLE DAZE - Donnelson, Iowa BANJOY with special guest KIRK BRANDENBURGER. showtime: 5:30 until 7 or 7:15 PM.
Sun, Sept 2, 2007ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS - BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL BOB BLACK will perform with THE NOB HILL BOYS 4:30 PM.
Fri-Sun, Aug 31-Sept 2, 2007ALEDO, ILLINOIS BOB BLACK will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND at the BARNES BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Mercer County Fairgrounds, Aledo, Illinois. info@barnesbluegrass.com
Sat, Aug 25, 2007WEST BRANCH, IOWA Private Party
Sat, Aug 25, 2007NEVADA, IOWA BOB & KRISTIE will perform on a float for the Nevada Historical Society during the LINCOLN HIGHWAY DAYS PARADE. 10am -12 noon.
Fri, Aug 24, 2007MILLERSBURG, IOWA BOB AND KRISTIE BLACK will perform in the Community Center. Showtime: 5:30 - 6:00. The show will be followed by a supper, and Bob and Kristie will play and sing some more right after that!
Wed, Aug 22, 2007THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Ia. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND, 120 E Burlington St., 7-10 PM. For music, pictures and more, check out the BSBGB web site at: http://www.myspace.com/theburlingtonstreetbluegrassband
Thurs, Aug 16, 2007GRINNELL, IOWA - Central Park BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND from 5:30-7:30 PM. Free Admission. Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs!
Wed, Aug 8, 2007THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Ia. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND, 120 E Burlington St., 7-10 PM.For music, pictures and more, check out the BSBGB web site at: http://www.myspace.com/theburlingtonstreetbluegrassband
Fri, Aug 3, 2007PEORIA HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS BOB BLACK will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. http://www.mikeandamyfinders.com/index2.html
Wed, Aug 1, 2007IOWA CITY, IOWA -- Chauncey Swan Park MARKET MUSIC -- Bob & Kristie and MARK WILSON will perform during the Farmer's Market from 5-7PM. For more information call 319-356-5100
Tues, July 31, 2007PRIVATE PARTY
Sat, July 28, 2007LA PORTE, INDIANA--LA PORTE COUNTY FAIR. BOB BLACK with THE CHICAGO BLUEGRASS BAND. For further details, call Peter Nye, 847-236-9543
Fri, July 27, 2007LOWELL, INDIANA -- VFW BOB BLACK with THE CHICAGO BLUEGRASS BAND. For more details, call Peter Nye at 847-236-9543.
Thurs, July 26, 2007KALONA, IOWA BANJOY at The Old Town Kalona Street Fair. Performance time: 6-8 PM. The Old Town Kalona Street Fair is held every Thursday throughout the summer on B Avenue between 4th and 5th Streets between 5 and 8 p.m. Vendors of vegetables, baked goods, crafts, jewelry and a variety of other items will be participating. Many of your favorite Kalona stores will stay open until 7 p.m. or later on Street Fair evenings for your convenience. Come on out and join us!
Fri-Sat, July 20-21, 2007MONTROSE, IOWA: BOB BLACK with THE McPUNK BROTHERS-- Montrose Festival of Bluegrass. 10 minutes north of Keokuk, Iowa, or 10 minutes south of Ft. Madison, Iowa on US Highway 61. The festival is held at the Ivor Fowler Community Center Grounds, 10th and Main Streets, Montrose, Iowa. For more info, call: 319-463-7768
Fri-Sun, July 13-15, 2007KALONA, IOWA - WINDMILL RIDGE CAMPGROUND. WINDMILL RIDGE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, featuring CAGLEY, BLACK, and SCHAEFER (Bill Cagley, Bob Black, and Tom Schaefer); The McPunk Brothers; Crazy Mule, and many others to be announced. For information, call Paul Roberts at 319-683-2222, or email Roberts@ia.net Come out and enjoy a wonderful weekend of bluegrass! Kalona, Iowa WINDMILL RIDGE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Sat, July 7, 2007PANAMA, IOWA BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY - BIRTHDAY BASH for DON ZIMMERMAN at PAULEY'S PUB. EVERYONE WELCOME! Featuring additional surprise guest musicians. Showtime to be announced. Join us for a happy evening of bluegrass!
Saturday, June 23, 2007DES MOINES, IOWA BOB BLACK will perform with MR. BABER'S NEIGHBORS for BREWFEST at EL BAIT SHOP. Further details will be forthcoming.
Fri, June 22, 2007IOWA CITY - Downtown Ped Mall BOB BLACK will perform with the BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND (Alan Murphy, Dale Thomas, Joe Peterson, Mike Finders, and Aleta Murphy). 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Wed, June 20, 2007MILLERSBURG, IOWA SENIOR DINING SITE (In the new Community Center Building) BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS - pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-12 Noon.
Thur, June 21, 2007IOWA CITY, IA. U. of I. Hospital - 8th Floor Rooftop Terrace BANJOY will perform for the 2007 Project Art Summer Concert Series. Showtime: 12 Noon. For more info, contact Arts Coordinator Project Art 319.353.6417 University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Sat, June 16, 2007WEST LIBERTY, IOWA BANJOY at BUELITO'S Mexican Restaurant. NO COVER. 8PM - ? THE VERY BEST Mexican food you'll find anywhere! LOCATION: 100 E 3rd St West Liberty, IA 52776 PHONE: (319) 627-6880
Sat, June 16, 2007KALONA, IOWA BOB BLACK will perform with THE MCPUNK BROTHERS for ALOHA KALONA DAYS. Showtime: 3:00 PM.
Fri, June 15, 2007SCHEDULE CHANGE!!! The BANJOY performance originally scheduled for this date at AMANA GOLFCOURSE CLUBHOUSE has been MOVED UP to June 8 (see listing above).
Thurs, June 14, 2007IOWA CITY - Oak Grove Park BOB and KRISTIE will perform for FAMILY FUN NIGHT. 6:30-8:00 PM. Free admission--come out and have some fun with us!
Fri, June 8, 2007AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE - BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** membership is NOT required. Dinner at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Sun, June 3, 2007NORTH BEND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL--North Liberty, Iowa Methodist Church (85 North Jones Blvd) BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY BAND, and many others to be announced. Family Friendly, Non- Alcoholic. For further info. call 515-321-7000
Sun, June 3, 2007CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA - Bever Park THE BLACK & MURPHY QUARTET, featuring Bob & Kristie Black and Alan & Aleta Murphy, will perform gospel music at an outdoor church service for the 1st Presbyterian Church. Approx. 9:30 AM. For further details, call Jan Cuffel, 319-364-6148 (during business hours).
Mon, May 21, 2007IOWA CITY, IA PUBLIC LIBRARY CULTURAL EXPRESS PRESENTATION, featuring BOB AND KRISTIE BLACK, ALAN AND ALETA MURPHY, AND GUY AND HANNAH DROLLINGER. Starts at 7 PM, Meeting Room A
Sat, May 19, 2007BLUEGRASS CAFE, TAMA, IOWA BANJOY will perform from 7-9 PM. Cover Charge. The Blue Grass cafe is a family owned business dedicated to the promotion of bluegrass music in Iowa along with fine Midwestern food. There is an open bluegrass jam every Tuesday starting around 5:30 pm until ??? and Saturday from 2:00 pm to 5:30. The Bluegrass Cafe is located at 200 W 3rd Street in downtown Tama, IA. Website: http://www.bluegrasscafetama.com/
Tues, May 15, 2007PRIVATE PARTY Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Recognition Party
Sat, May 12, 2007Pasadena, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS Cal Tech Folk Music Society Dabney Hall California Institute of Technology Campus folkmusic.caltech.edu/
Sat & Sun, May 5 & 6, 2007BENSON, ARIZONA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS at the Benson Bluegrass Festival, Lyons Park
Fri, Apr 27, 2007AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE - BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** membership is NOT required. Dinner at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Apr 25, 2007THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Ia. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND, 120 E Burlington St., 7-10 PM. For music, pictures and more, check out the BSBGB web site at: http://www.myspace.com/theburlingtonstreetbluegrassband
Wed, Apr 25, 2007NORTH ENGLISH SENIOR DINING SITE (in the Community center building) BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:00-11:30 AM.
Sat, Apr 21, 2007WEST LIBERTY, IOWA BANJOY at BUELITO'S Mexican Restaurant. NO COVER. 8PM - ? THE VERY BEST Mexican food you'll find anywhere! LOCATION: 100 E 3rd St West Liberty, IA 52776 PHONE: (319) 627-6880
Wed, Apr 11, 2007MILLERSBURG, IOWA SENIOR DINING SITE (In the new Community Center Building) BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS - pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-12 Noon.
Wed, Mar 28, 2007NORTH ENGLISH, Iowa - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:00-11:30 AM.
Fri, Mar 16, 2007THE YACHT CLUB - Iowa City, Iowa BOB BLACK will perform with MR. BABER'S NEIGHBORS.
Sat, Mar 10, 2007BLUEGRASS CAFE, TAMA, IOWA BANJOY will perform from 7-9 PM. The Blue Grass cafe is a family owned business dedicated to the promotion of bluegrass music in Iowa along with fine Midwestern food. There is an open jam every Tuesday starting around 5:30 pm until ??? and Saturday from 2:00 pm to 5:30. The Bluegrass Cafe is located at 200 W 3rd Street in downtown Tama, IA. Website: http://www.bluegrasscafetama.com/
Feb 22-25, 2007AMANA, IOWA - "AMANA JAM" BOB BLACK will be participating in the first annual AMANA JAM CAMP--a weekend of workshops centered around learning music jam session skills. Other instructors will include PAUL ROBERTS ,KEITH YODER, and BILL CAGLEY. Check out this website for further details: www.amanajam.com
Wed, Feb 14, 2007MILLERSBURG, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE (In the new Community Center Building) BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS - pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-12 Noon.
Fri, Feb 9, 2007AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE - BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. DINNER at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Feb 7, 2007OLD CAPITOL, Iowa City BANJOY will play for the Iowa State Historical Society Sesquicentennial Celebration. Performance times: 6-7 PM and 8-9 PM.
Wed, Dec 20, 2006MILLERSBURG, IOWA 11:15AM-12Noon--BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert at the Millersburg Community Center.
Fri, Sat, Dec 15, 16, 2006DENVER, COLO - SWALLOW HILL (Denver's Home for Folk and Acoustic Music) BOB BLACK will perform with GREG BROWN and BO RAMSEY --- 71 East Yale Ave. Denver, CO 80210 303.777.1003 Toll-free: 1.877.214.7013
Thurs, Dec 14, 2006CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO - Ski Resort BOB BLACK will perform with GREG BROWN and BO RAMSEY.
Sun, Dec 10, 2006Sharon Center United Methodist Church, 2804 520th St SW, Kalona, Iowa. The Great Bluegrass Herons and Friends Acoustic Christmas Program. 7:00 PM. Cocoa and Cookies following the program!
Sat, Dec 9, 2006Ottumwa, Iowa Bob and Kristie at the Ottumwa Hotel - 8:30-9:30 Private Christmas party for the New Alliance Farm Service board of directors.
Fri, Dec 8, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. DINNER at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Thu-Sat, Nov 30-Dec 2Cedar Rapids, Iowa CSPS - ALL 3 SHOWS SOLD OUT Bob Black in a special guest performance with TRIBUTE, a Cedar Rapids trio made up of Kathy Donnelly, Carol Montag and Nina Swanson. Christmas favorites in superlative, traditional style, with hints of gospel, jazz and bluegrass.
Fri, Nov 17, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. DINNER at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Fri, Nov 10, 2006Moline, Illinois Bent River Brewery BOB BLACK will sit in with The Mayflies www.themayflies.com opening for Great American Taxi, featuring Vince Herman from Leftover Salmon. See you there!
Thurs, Nov 9, 2006CSPS, concert venue and nonprofit arts center 1103 Third Street SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401 www.legionarts.org BANJOY will be performing at CSPS for the opening reception of 22nd Annual Meeting of the NPN. The National Performance Network is an alliance of 65 performing arts presenters from across the country -- leading organizations from New York, Washington, Atlanta, Miami, Houston, New Orleans, Chicago, Minneapolis, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, on and on (www.npnweb.org). Also involved with the organization are representatives from the National Endowment for the Arts, leading foundations, European and Latin American presenters, etc. The opening reception at CSPS Nov. 9 takes place from 5:30 to 7:30. For info, call (319) 364-1580, or log on to
Wed, Oct 11, 2006NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-Noon.
Fri, Sept 29, 2006KALONA, IOWA BANJOY with special guest KIRK STIMSOM at the KALONA FALL FEST - 7:00 PM in the tent at the Kalona Historical Village. For further information, call the Kalona Chamber of Commerce: 319-656-2519.
Thurs, Sept 28, 2006NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - THE INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC (IBMA) AWWARDS SHOW - BOB BLACK has been nominated for the PRINT MEDIA PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD for his book, "COME HITHER TO GO YONDER, PLAYING BLUEGRASS WITH BILL MONROE."
Wed, Sept 27, 2006IOWA CITY, BANJOY, DOWNTOWN PED MALL, 12:00-1:00 PM. BANJOY is performing for ENERGY EXPO 2006--GROWING IOWA'S ENERGY and SUSTAINABILITY FUTURE. Featured Guest: PHILLIPPE COUSTEAU. Check out this website: http://energy.uiowa.edu/2006/
Sat, Sept 23, 2006NEWTON, IA - 6:00 PM Sugar Grove Vineyard BOB BLACK will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. http://www.sugargrove.com/ - Bring your own picnic meal to enjoy with the great wines and enjoy the sunset!
Fri, Sept 22, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. DINNER at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Sept 20, 2006MILLERSBURG, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE (in the church basement) BOB BLACK and PAUL ROBERTS - pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-12 Noon.
Sun, Sept 17, 2006IOWA CITY, IOWA - JOHNSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS The 36th Annual IOWA FRIENDS OF OLD-TIME MUSIC FIDDLER'S PICNIC. 12:00-6:00. Continuous stage show featuring many of Eastern Iowa's finest old-time, bluegrass, celtic, country, and folk musicians--Vintage instrument dealer showcase--Parking lot jame sessions. One mile south of Iowa City on Old US 218. Adults: $5.00. Kids 12 and under FREE. Rain Location: Fairground Showbarn. Food and Drink available on Site. For more information, call 319-337-7180 or 319-337-4952 or log on to www.fiddlerspicnic.org
Sat, Sept 16, 2006APPLE DAZE - Donnelson, Iowa BANJOY will perform with special guest KIRK BRANDENBERGER from 5:30-7:15 pm.
Sat, Sept 16, 2006OSKALOOSA, IOWA BANJOY will perform from 11am-1pm at Nelson Pioneer Farm's Fall Festival. Come for an exciting trip back in time with old-fashioned games, pioneer living displays, a parade and a country dinner from 11 - 1. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for students, and free for children under the age of 5. If you would like to see what else is going on during the day, you may go to www.nelsonpioneer.org/fall_festival.htm For more information call 641.672.2989 Come out from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. to enjoy the whole day filled with fun!
Wed, Sept 13, 2006NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:00-11:30 AM.
Sun, Sept 3, 2006FONTANELLE, IOWA The REYNOLDS-TICKNOR FAMILY REUNION
Sun, Aug 27, 2006PRINCETON, ILLINOIS BOB BLACK will perform at a private party with AL MURPHY, ALETA MURPHY, JOHN PURK, AND WARREN HANLIN.
Sat, Aug 26, 2006ENGLERT THEATER, IOWA CITY, IOWA Bob will be performing in concert with GREG BROWN. Saturday, August 26th at 8:00 PM Admission: Regular price: $26 TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 27 $26 in advance $29 at the door. phone: 319 688 2653
Fri, Aug 25, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE BANJOY from 7-9 p.m. **OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** NO MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. DINNER at 6p.m. CASUAL DRESS---For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Thurs, Aug 24, 2006GRINNELL, IOWA - Central Park BOB BLACK will perform a concert with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND from 5:30-7:30 PM. Free Admission. Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs! For more information, call Bill Menner, 641-236-1626.
Wed, Aug 23, 2006NORTH ENGLISH, Iowa - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:00-11:30 AM.
Sun, Aug 20, 2006IOWA STATE FAIR -Des Moines, Iowa BANJOY will perform at 5:30 pm in the Cultural Center Courtyard. EXTREME SUNDAY!!! Featuring half-price admission all day, free parking for carloads of five or more in the Fair's North Lot and special savings at participating food locations. For more information, call 515-707-1532, or go to WWW.IOWASTATEFAIR.ORG
Sat, Aug 12, 2006URBANDALE, IOWA - LIVING HISTORY FARMS BANJOY will perform for a private wedding party.
Fri, Aug 11, 2006DES MOINES, IOWA - BOB BLACK with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND RACCOON RIVER BREWERY - 9:00 PM till 1:00 AM. Further details to be announced.
Sun, Aug 6, 2006HOOVERFEST - West Branch, Iowa AFTERNOON CONCERT, featuring BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, GUY DROLLINGER, MEGAN DROLLINGER, HANNAH DROLLINGER, ALAN & ALETA MURPHY, KEITH REINS, and JOHN COOPER. In the Chautauqua Tent, directly behind the Hoover birthplace home. Schedule: Guy, Hannah, & Megan Drollinger: 2:00-2:40/ Alan & Aleta Murphy: 2:45-3:25/ Guy Drollinger, Keith Reins, and John Cooper: 3:30-4:10/ Bob & Kristie Black: 4:15-5:00. http://www.hooverassociation.org/hooverfest.html
Sat, Aug 5, 2006JOHNSTON, IOWA BANJOY will perform with special guest JOHN PURK at the second annual JOHNSTON BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL! Other groups performing: The McPunk Brothers, Blue Grit, Bluegrass Pals, Grassy Knoll, Highway Home, Mike and Amy Finders, Mr. Baber's Neighbors. 10AM - 7PM Directions: I-80 to exit 131 (IA-28, Merle Hay Road), north on Merle Hay Road 1.7 miles to Festival site. Check website for further details: http://www.johnstonbluegrassfestival.com/
Fri, Aug 4, 2006PEORIA, ILL. Bob will perform with the MIKE & AMY FINDERS BAND. Further details to be announced.
Wed, Aug 1, 2007IOWA CITY FARMER'S MARKET, Chauncey Swan Park, Iowa City, Iowa. MARKET MUSIC - Bob and Kristie will perform from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. No Cover Charge.
Sat, July 29,2006ALBANY, ILL. BANJOY will perform at PRAISE IN THE PARK, an ALL-GOSPEL program featuring several bands. The show runs from 4-10 PM. We play at approx. 8 PM. For further information, call Dan Peart, 563-249-0057
Fri, July 28,2006HOLBROOK, IOWA RAGBRAI--BOB BLACK and BANJOY, featuring KRISTIE BLACK, PAUL ROBERTS, and MARK WILSON (a RAGBRAI participant)will be playing bluegrass music outdoors starting at approximately 8:30 AM and continuing on into the afternoon as bicyclists pass through to enjoy food, frolic, and festivities. ALAN MURPHY will also join Bob for some Irish Music. Also performing: MARK CLARK and Friends. Come on over for a great time!
Wed, July 26, 2006IOWA CITY, IOWA -- Chauncey Swan Park MARKET MUSIC -- Bob & Kristie will perform during the Farmer's Market from 5-7PM. For more information call 319-356-5100
Tues, July 18, 2006INDIANOLA, IOWA BANJOY will perform for the 2006 BLUEGRASS TUESDAYS series. Further details to be announced. Additional information can be obtained by email: tightmarket@crosspaths.net
Fri, July 14, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE *BANJOY* from 7-9 p.m. DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Fri-Sun, July 7-9, 2006KALONA, IOWA - WINDMILL RIDGE CAMPGROUND. WINDMILL RIDGE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, featuring Bob and Kristie & THE BANJOY BAND; The McPunk Brothers; The Franz Family, Highway Home, Al and Aleta Murphy, Mary Henderson and Geoff Shannon, The Gospelujahs, String Theory, and Shinbone Alley. For information, call Paul Roberts at 319-683-2222, or email Roberts@ia.net Come out and enjoy a wonderful weekend of bluegrass!
Sat, July 1, 2006HASTINGS, MINN. - BOB BLACK with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND St. Croix Valley Bluegrass Festival - http://www.stcroixvalleybluegrass.com/ We'll have two performances that day: 2pm and 7:30pm. Also performing: our hosts, Monroe Crossing, the Ditch Lilies, Jack Norton & the Mullet River Boys and MUCH more! Check their web site for full details.
Fri, June 30, 2006RED WING, MINN. BOB BLACK will perform with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND at FALCONER VINEYARDS http://www.falconervineyards.com 3572 Old Tyler Rd, (651) 388-8849
Wed, June 28, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa. BOB BLACK and THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM.
Wed, June 28, 2006NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-Noon.
Tues, June 27, 2006INDIANOLA, IOWA - BLUEGRASS TUESDAY BOB BLACK will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND for the 2006 BLUEGRASS TUESDAYS series. Further details to be announced. Additional information can be obtained by email: tightmarket@crosspaths.net
Mon, June 26, 2006DES MOINES, IOWA - LIVING HISTORY FARMS BOB BLACK will perform with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. For further details, contact the Finders': (319) 321-3280 ~ a.finders@mchsi.com ~ m.finders@mchsi.com
Sun, June 25, 2006Winterset-Patterson, Iowa BANJOY will perform 2 Church concerts: 9:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church in WINTERSET (309 E Jefferson St.) and 10:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church in PATTERSON, Ia.
Sat, June 24, 2006BEVINGTON, IOWA The 4th Annual Bevington Bluegrass Festival - BANJOY will perform at 12 noon. Also performing: The Mike and Amy Finders Band, Crazy Mule, Mr. Baber's Neighbors, and more. Music starts at 12 noon and lasts all afternoon. Location: The Briar Patch: I-35, exit 56, west on highway 92, first left, 3/4 mile on the right. For more info, email Bob Rice: bobrice67@hotmail.com
Fri, June 23, 2006Oskaloosa, Iowa BANJOY will perform at the Mahaska County Historical Society's Ice Cream Social. Come for an evening of music, sandwiches, ice cream, cakes and bars. Located at the Nelson Pioneer Farm and Museum. For more information, call 641.672.2989, or check this website: http://www.nelsonpioneer.org/
Thurs, June 22, 2006IOWA CITY, IOWA BOB & KRISTIE will perform for FAMILY FUN NITE, 6:30 - 8:00 PM, at WETHERBY PARK. Also: art, carnival style games, and ice cream! DIRECTIONS: Take Hwy 6 to Taylor Drive (which connects to Hwy 6 between K Mart and Sycamore Mall), and go south all the way on Taylor, until it ends at the park. See you there!
Fri-Sat, June 16, 17, 2006 Cashmere, WA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS Wenatchee River Bluegrass Festival Chelan County Fairgrounds
Sun, June 11, 2006CHICAGO, ILL. - RAVENSWOOD MANOR PARK CONCERT SERIES BOB BLACK will perform with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. 7:00 PM. Outdoor concert series, anyone? http://www.hornerpark.org
Sat, June 10, 2006KALONA, IOWA - TUSCAN MOON BOB BLACK will perform with THE MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. Joins us from 8-11 pm for bluegrass and originals. 203 5th St, (319) 656-3315, Fine dining is truly available! Non-smoking.
Fri, June 9, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m. DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, June 7, 2006AMES, IOWA, Library - CULTURAL EXPRESS BOB & KRISTIE will perform at THE LIBRARY along with ALAN & ALETA MURPHY, and GUY & HANNAH DROLLINGER. Starting time: 7:00 PM. Directions: off of 35, take 13th st exit (second Ames exit). Go west to Duff Ave. Go south (left) on Duff to 6th St. Go right on 6th one block, and the library is on the SW corner of the intersection.
Sun, June 4, 2006NORTH BEND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL--North Liberty, Iowa Methodist Church (85 North Jones Blvd) BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY BAND, The Mike and Amy Finders Band, The McPunk Brothers, and others. Family Friendly, Non- Alcoholic For further info. 515-321-7000
Sun, June 4, 2006CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA - 1st Presbyterian Church. THE BLACK & MURPHY QUARTET, featuring Bob & Kristie Black and Alan & Aleta Murphy, will perform gospel music at an outdoor church service. Approx. 9:30 AM. For further details, call Jan Cuffel, 319-364-6148 (during business hours).
Sat, June 3, 2006IOWA CITY - IOWA ARTS FESTIVAL. BOB BLACK will perform with the BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND (Bob, Mike Finders, Alan Murphey,Joe Peterson, Dale Thomas, and Aleta Murphy). Afternoon performance time to be announced. Other featured entertainers: NICKEL CREEK and GUY CLARK.
Wed, May 17, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY NITE - 7-10 pm. Cover: $5.00. Come on down for some BANJOY music!!!! Also, come and be with us on May 31 at The Mill.
Fri, May 5, 2006AMANA, IOWA AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Apr 19, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY NITE - 7-10 pm. Cover: $5.00. Come on down for some BANJOY music!!!! Also, come and be with us for future BANJOY nights at the Mill: May 17, and May 31.
Fri, Apr 14, 2006AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Apr 12, 2006NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-Noon.
Sat, April 8, 2006Private Wedding Performance
Fri, Apr 7, 2006AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUBHOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Thurs, April 5,6, 2006EMINENCE, MISSOURI - Cross Country Trail Ride Arena BOB and KRISTIE BLACK & BANJOY will perform at a Bluegrass Festival. For more information, call Jim Smith 573-226-3492.
Tues, April 4, 2006EMINENCE, MISSOURI - Cross Country Trail Ride Arena BOB BLACK will participate in a BLUE GRASS BOYS REUNION. For more information, call Jim Smith 573-226-3492.
Sat, Apr 1, 2006 Newman, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS West Side Theatre, 8:00 PM 1331 Main St. www.westsidetheatre.org
Fri, Mar 31, 2006 Yreka, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS Yreka Community Theater, 7:30 PM 820 N. Oregon St. www.sisqbluegrass.com
Thurs, Mar 23, 2006IOWA CITY, IOWA - QUALITY INN and SUITES Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY will perform for the U of I CREDIT UNION. 6-7 PM
Fri, Mar 17, 2006AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUB HOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Wed, Mar 15, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY NITE - 7-10 pm. Cover: $5.00. Come on down for some BANJOY music!!!! Also, come and be with us for future BANJOY nights at the Mill: Apr 19, May 17, and May 31.
Sat, Mar 11, 2006 Sebastopol, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STREANGERS Sonoma Bluegrass & Folk Festival Analy High School Theater 6950 Analy Ave.
Fri, Mar 10, 2006 Cambria, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS Painted Sky Studio, 8:00PM 4111 Bridge St. (805) 927-8330 www.paintedskystudios.com
Thurs, Mar 9, 2006Fresno, CA - PERFECT STRANGERS Fresno Folklore Society, 7:30 PM Fresno Art Museum, Bonner Auditorium 2233 North First Street Fresno Folklore Society
Wed, Mar 8, 2006MOLINE, ILLINOIS BOB BLACK will perform with Alan and Aleta Murphy and Warren Hanlin for 'The Gathering of the Green' which is a special conference for John Deere collectors, restorers, and enthusiasts. the conference runs March 8-11 at the Holiday Inn Moline Airport, Moline, Il. Folks must be registered to attend any activities. We are playing for the opening reception. More info: www.gatheringofthegreen.com.
Sat, Mar 4, 2006MADRID (near BOONE), IOWA. BOB BLACK and BILLY VALENCIA will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND at the IOWA RIVERS REVIVAL CONFERENCE-IOWA 4H CENTER. We perform at 8 PM. http://www.iowariversrevival.org, 1991 Peach Ave - the Rivers Revival will occur on a scenic bluff overlooking the Des Moines River, and will be of interest for civic leaders, people who have a stake in improving river water quality, and anyone who just plain loves rivers.
Fri, Mar 3, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa . BOB BLACK and BILLY VALENCIA will perform with the MIKE AND AMY FINDERS BAND. Starting time: 8:00 PM.
Wed, Mar 1, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY NITE - 7-10 pm. Cover: $5.00. Come on down for some BANJOY music!!!! Also, come and be with us for future BANJOY nights at the Mill: Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17, and May 31.
Fri, Feb 24, 2006AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUB HOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com Amana Colonies Golf Course - 451 27th Avenue Amana, Iowa. Directions: From Main Amana 4-way stop (Handimart Corner) turn west onto 220th Trail. Go west 1 mile and turn right on "G" street. Go 3 blocks to the stop sign. Turn right on 27th Avenue. Go up the hill. The entrance is on the left. 800-383-3636 or Clubhouse Food & Beverage (319)622-6224 http://www.amanagolfcourse.com/
Sat, Feb 18, 2006COUNCIL BLUFFS - Western Historic Trails Center "The Creative Gathering" - Bob will talk about his book and the creative process which spawned it and also the musical creative process. ALSO- **BANJOY** will perform an evening concert. For further information, call Dick Zion: 712-366-4900.
Wed, Feb 15, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY NITE - 7-10 pm. Cover: $5.00. Come on down for some BANJOY music!!!! Also, come and be with us for future BANJOY nights at the Mill: Mar 1, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17, and May 31.
Tues, Feb 14, 20065th ANNUAL SWEETHEART'S SERENADE IOWA CITY, IOWA - The Mill Restaurant 120 E. Burlington Street, (319) 351-9529. Featuring: Mike & Amy Finders • Bob and Kristie Black • Al & Aleta Murphy w/ Joe & Coleen Peterson • The Great Bluegrass Herons • Pieta Brown & Bo Ramsey • Annie & Stacy Savage-Webster. Doors open at 6PM, music at 7PM. Tickets: $25/person in advance, $30/person at the door. The Mill will offer a limited menu that night with a roast beef, chicken or vegetarian dish option. Food is included in your ticket price. **Beverages and gratuity are not included.** This will be a non-smoking show.
Wed, Feb 8, 2006THE MILL RESTAURANT, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, Iowa BOB BLACK and THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM.
Thurs-Sun, Feb 2-5, 2006SPBGMA Bluegrass Music Awards & National Convention, Nashville, Tennessee. Held at the Sheraton Music City Hotel. Bob Black will be in attendance to promote his book, "Come Hither to Go Yonder," as well as participating in the CRAFTERS OF TENNESSEE banjo workshop early Friday afternoon. For More Information Contact: SPBGMA c/o Chuck Stearman P.O. Box 271 Kirksville, MO 63501 (660) 665-7172 Fax (660) 655-7450 email: spbgma@kvmo.net
Fri, Jan 27, 2006AMANA GOLF COURSE CLUB HOUSE *BANJOY* - from 7-9 p.m . DINNER at 6p.m. For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222 or 800 383 3636 www.amanagolfcourse.com
Fri-Sat, Jan 20, 21, 2006 Blythe, CA BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS - Blythe Bluegrass Festival, TBA Colorado River Fairgrounds 1 mile north of Blythe and Interstate 10 www.blytheareachamberofcommerce.com
Sun, Jan 15, 2006Holbrook, Iowa--Jam session! Enjoy another bluegrass and old time music jam at Hibernian's Hall next to Old St. Michael's Church at Holbrook, IA. Dust off your instrument, or just come and enjoy the music. Starts at 1:00 PM and ends whenever folks get tired of picking and singing. Hope to see you there!
Sun, Jan 15, 2006Iowa City--The Mill Restaurant. Bob Black and John Lake: Live Sunday Morning Brunch Music. 11am - 1pm. No Cover! The Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 319.351.9529 info@icmill.com
Fri, Jan 13, 2006Amana, Iowa Golf Course and Country Club BANJOY - Live dinner music from 7:00-8:30 PM. PUBLIC WELCOME! Acoustic Music will be presented at this venue every Friday evening during January and February--and maybe longer!!! For further info, contact Amana Colonies Golf Course, 451 27th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203, 319-622-6222. website: http://www.amanacolonies.com
Sat, Dec 31, 2005BOB & KRISTIE - Private Wedding Party
Sun, Dec 11, 2005SHARON CENTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Sharon, Center, Iowa. THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS CHRISTMAS MUSIC PROGRAM - with Bob & Kristie, The Great Bluegrass Herons, and others to be announced. For further details, call 319-683-2222.
Fri, Dec 9, 2005Moline, Illinois Bob will perform with the MIKE & AMY FINDERS BAND. Further details to be announced
Wed. Nov. 23, 2005NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BLUEGRASS COUNTRY AND GOSPEL - 11:15 TO 12NOON
Fri, Nov 18, 2005DES MOINES IOWA - JORDAN CREEK BARNES and NOBLE BOOKSTORE 101 Jordan Creek Pkwy Suite 12170 West Des Moines, IA 50266 Bob and Kristie will perform and discuss Bob's book, "Come Hither to Go Yonder." A book signing will follow. 7-8 PM.
Fri-Sun, Nov 11-13, 2005LUTSEN, MINNESOTA - LUTSEN RESORT MASTERS' WEEKEND WORKSHOPS! - with BOB BLACK, TOM SCHAEFER, and BILL CAGLEY. Workshops on Saturday from 9AM-5PM---followed by a concert at 8PM by CAGLEY, SHAEFER and BLACK. For more info, go to: http://www.boreal.org/music/events.html
Fri, Nov 4, 2005IOWA CITY, IOWA Bob and Kristie will perform during a live radio show on KSUI, FM 91.7 ( 101.7 Dubuque area). KNOW THE SCORE airs 5pm-7pm Fri and re-broadcast Sunday 3pm-5pm and Wed. 7pm - 9pm. Joan Kjaer is the host and will be featuring Ed Folsom ,Walt Whitman scholar, David Schoonover, special collections librarian UI, Dan Knight, and Marvin Bell. (Web stream ksui@uiowa.edu) The show is being broadcast live from the UI Museum of Art .
Mon-Sat, Oct 24-29, 2005NASHVILLE, TENN - INTERNATIONAL BLUEGRASS MUSIC ASSOCIATION (IBMA) TRADE SHOW AND FAN FEST. Kristie and Bob will be promoting Bob's new book, "COME HITHER TO GO YONDER: Playing Bluegrass With Bill Monroe."
Thurs, Oct 20, 2005GALESBURG, ILLINOIS. BOB & KRISTIE will do a book signing and performance at the annual SONGBAG CONCERT SERIES at Carl Sandburg's Birthplace. 7-9 pm. COVER CHARGE. For more information, call John Heasley at 309-342-8018.
Sat, Oct 15, 2005Mountain View, CA PERFECT STRANGERS - Redwood Bluegrass Association, 8:00 PM First Presbyterian Church 1667 Miramonte Ave. (866)468-3399 www.rba.org
Fri, Oct 14, 2005Berkeley, CA PERFECT STRANGERS - Freight & Salvage Coffee House 8:00 PM 1111 Addison Street www.freightandsalvage.org
Sun. Oct 9, 2005CHAMPION HILL CHURCH - 140th Year Reunion 10:30 am - Bob and Kristie will perform one song during the morning worship Service. 12:00 NOON - POTLUCK (Meat, paperware, and beverages will be furnished) 1:00 pm - Afternoon Program with musical entertainment provided by BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY, AND THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS. FURTHER INFO: 319 664 3829 SUZANNE MOFFIT
Fri, Oct 7, 2005AMANA, IOWA - Amana Golf Course Club House Bob Black, Kristie Black, Paul Roberts and Kirk Stimson will entertain from 7pm-9pm. (no cover) BLUEGRASS and MORE
Sat-Sun, Oct 1-2, 2005San Francisco, CA PERFECT STRANGERS - Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival, TBA Golden Gate Park www.strictlybluegrass.com
Thurs. Sept. 29,2005Iowa City, Iowa ENGLERT CIVIC THEATER 221 East Washington St. 319-688-2653 BOB AND KRISIE & The BANJOY BAND (including Alan Murphy-fiddle, and Keith Yoder-mandolin) will perform an opening set for BAXTER BLACK, Cowboy Poet, singer, song writer, ex-veterinarian, and starvin’ cattle feeder. Presented by The Johnson County Soil and Water Conservation District. You will have an opportunity to purchase books prior to the 7:00 performance. More information at http://www.jcswcd.org Thursday, September 29 at 7:00pm Admission: reserved seating $27.00 per performance ticket Purchase tickets by phone at 319-688-2653 or in person at the Englert Box Office, 221 E. Washington St., Iowa City, Iowa. Office hours: M-F 11am-3pm CST.
Wed, Sept 28, 2005THE MILL RESTAURANT, Iowa City, Iowa BOB BLACK and THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM.
Thurs, Sept 22, 2005CORALVILLE, IOWA - BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (1451 Coral Ridge Ave.) BOB will do a reading from his book, COME HITHER TO GO YONDER, and he will play some tunes with KRISTIE. A book signing will follow. Starts at 7:00 PM. For more information, call: 319-337-0544.
Sun. Sept 18, 2005Iowa City, Iowa Johnson Co. Fair Grounds THE FIDDLER'S PICNIC NOON-6PM CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE
Sat, Sept 17, 2005DONNELLSON, IOWA - APPLE DAZE BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY will perform with special guest: KIRK BRANDENBURGER. 10:00 - 11:30 AM.
Thurs, Sept 15, 2005CEDAR RAPIDS - BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (333 Collins Rd N. E.) BOB will do a reading from his book, COME HITHER TO GO YONDER, and he will play some tunes with KRISTIE. A book signing will follow. Starts at 7:00 PM. For more information, call 319-393-4800.
Wed, Sept 14, 2005NORTH ENGLISH COMMUNITY CENTER BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform from 11:15 AM - 12:00 Noon. Special Guest: EMILY ROBERTS.
Sat & Sun, September 3&4, 2005 Chilliwack, British Columbia PERFECT STRANGERS - Chilliwack Bluegrass Festival Chilliwack Heritage Park Hwy 1 at Lickman Rd. (exit #116) www.chilliwackartscouncil.com/page.php?id=50
Thurs, Sep 1, 2005Seattle, WA PERFECT STRANGERS - The Triple Door, 7:30 PM 216 Union St. www.thetripledoor.net
Wed, Aug 31, 2005FONTANELLE, IOWA BANJOY - Nichols Farms Appreciation Day.
Sat, Aug 27, 2005HOLBROOK, IOWA Private Party - Bob and Kristie
Thurs, Aug 25, 2005KEOKUK, IOWA - Rotary Club Bob will talk about his new book, "Come Hither to Go Yonder." A book signing will follow. 12:00 Noon. For more information, email: kbcmusic@iowatelecom.net
Wed, Aug 24, 2005NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS: BLUEGRASS COUNTRY AND GOSPEL - 11:15 TO 12NOON
Sun, Aug 21, 2005Chicago, IL PERFECT STRANGERS - Old Town School of Folk Music; 7:00 PM 4544 N. Lincoln Ave. (773)728-6000 www.oldtownschool.org
Sat, Aug 20, 2005Maplewood, MO (St. Louis) PERFECT STRANGERS - Focal Point; 8:00 PM 2720 Sutton Blvd. (314)781-4200 www.thefocalpoint.org
Fri, Aug 19, 2005Iowa City, IA PERFECT STRANGERS - Englert Theatre, 8:00 PM 221 E. Washington St. www.englert.org
Thurs, Aug 18, 2005Columbia, MO PERFECT STRANGERS - Mojo's: 7:30 PM 1013 Park Ave. (573)875-0588 www.mojoscolumbia.com
Tues, Aug 9, 2005MUSCATINE, IOWA - Musser Public Library Concert by Bob and Kristie Black - Library Meeting Room, 7-8 PM. For more details, call Peter Press, 563-554-9209, or email ppress@rbls.lib.il.us
Sun, Aug 7, 2005WEST BRANCH, IOWA - HOOVERFEST THE IOWA OPRY, with Bob and Kristie, Guy Drollinger, Hannah and Megan Drollinger, Dave Moore, and Keith Reins. 3:30 - 5:00, admission free. For more information, call 319-338-2652.
Sat, Aug 6, 2005JOHNSTON, IOWA Johnston Bluegrass Festival - BOB AND KRISTIE and the BANJOY BAND (our show starts at 3:10), SPECIAL CONSENSUS, MR. BABER'S NEIGHBORS, GRASSY KNOLL, THE WARINGS, BLUE GRIT, THE BARN OWL BAND,and BLUEGRASS PALS. From noon-7 PM. Take I-80 or I-35 to Des Moines. Exit at Merle Hay Road, head north 1 mile till you see the Johnston Public Library on the left, turn left into North Glenn Drive. The festival takes place behind the library. For more information, call 515-267-4728, or 515-270-1512.
Wed, July 27, 2005IOWA CITY - The Mill Restaurant BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Tues. July 26, 2005Indianola, Iowa BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY BAND Bluegrass Tuesdays / Courthouse Lawn / Indianola, IA Showtime: 6:30 PM. For information Call Jim Johnson 515-975-0409
Fri, July 22,2005Iowa City, Iowa - Oakdale Campus BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY - Bookbinders' Conference
Wed, July 20, 2005IOWA CITY FARMER'S MARKET, Chauncey Swan Park, Iowa City, Iowa. MARKET MUSIC - Bob and Kristie will perform from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. No Cover Charge.
Wed, July 20, 2005IOWA CITY - The Mill Restaurant. Bob wil perform with THE BLUEGRASS RINGERS (Joe Peterson, John Lake, Warrin Hanlin, Doug Page). 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Wed, July 13, 2005IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sun. July 10, 2005--NORTH BEND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL--North Liberty, Iowa Methodist Church (85 North Jones Blvd) 2PM TILL 9PM BOB AND KRISTIE & BANJOY BAND - 5 P.M. Other Bands: Murphy, Lake, and Murphy, Mr. Baber's Neighbors, Mission Bluegrass Band $2.00 Per person over 12 Family Friendly, Non- Alcoholic For further info. 515-321-7000
Fri-Sun, July 8-10, 2005KALONA, IOWA - WINDMILL RIDGE CAMPGROUND. WINDMILL RIDGE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, featuring Bob and Kristie & THE BANJOY BAND; The McPunk Brothers; Blue Grit; The Andersons; Red Wing; Roy Harper; Murphy, Lake, and Murphy; Apostle; The Andy Wilcom Trio. Banjoy Performances: Fri - 7:45 PM, Sat - 2:30 & 7:00 PM. For information, call Paul Roberts at 319-683-2222, or email Roberts@ia.net Come out and enjoy a wonderful weekend of bluegrass!
Thurs, July 7, 2005GRINNELL, IOWA - Central Park Bob and Kristie will perform a concert from 5:30-7:30 PM. Free Admission. Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs! For more information, call Bill Menner, 641-236-1626.
Fri, July 8, 2005IOWA CITY, IOWA. The BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND (Bob Black, Joe Peterson, Mike Finders, Alan Murphy, Dale Thomas, and Aleta Murphy). Talk of Iowa Live from The Java House," 10 AM on public radio WSUI AM 910 Iowa City/Cedar Rapids, WOI AM 640 Ames/Des Moines, KTPR-FM 91.1 Fort Dodge, KOWI - FM 97.9 Lamoni, and KWOI- FM 90.7 Carroll. Host: Ben Kieffer. Featuring music and discussion of Bob's new book, "COME HITHER TO GO YONDER." The Java House is located at 211 E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. PUBLIC IS WELCOME. The broadcast can also be heard via web streaming at http://wsui.uiowa.edu/ by clicking on "Listen to WSUI". For further information, go to: http://ksui.uiowa.edu > http://wsui.uiowa.edu > ben-kieffer@uiowa.edu
Wed, July 6, 2005IOWA CITY - The Mill Restaurant Bob wil perform with THE BLUEGRASS RINGERS (Joe Peterson, John Lake, Warrin Hanlin, Doug Page). 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sun. July 3, 2005FONTANELLE, IOWA BOB AND KRISTIE AND THE BANJOY BAND WILL PERFORM FOR THE SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION - 4 P.M. TILL ?
Fri, June 24, 2005West Union Church Bob & Kristie and BANJOY will play at the 6th Annual West Union Community Hog Roast. Potluck at 6:30 PM - Music to follow
Sat, June 11- Sat, June 18, 2005BEAN BLOSSOM, INDIANA - BOOK RELEASE BOB and KRISTIE will be at the Bean Blossom Bluegrass festival to promote and sign copies of BOB'S NEW BOOK: "COME HITHER TO GO YONDER." We are hoping to attend the entire festival, but we will positively be there during the final 4-5 days. Come and see us at the University of Illinois Press Booth!
Sun. June 5,2005Piermont, NY The Turning Point; 7:00 PM 468 Piermont Ave. (845)359-1089 www.turningpointcafe.com BOB BLACK WITH PERFECT STRANGERS
Sat. June 4,2005Preston, CT Strawberry Park Bluegrass Festival 42 Pierce Rd. www.strawberrypark.net/bluegrass.htm BOB BLACK WITH PERFECT STRANGERS
Fri.June 3, 2005Dublin, NH Del Rossi's Trattoria, 8:30 PM Route 137 www.delrossi.com (603)563-7195 BOB BLACK WITH PERFECT STRANGERS
Sat. May 21,, 2005AMANA,IOWA GOLF COURSE 2ND ANNUAL INVITATIONAL AMANA GOLF COURSE WORLD PUTTING CHAMPIONSHIP AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL FEATURING BOB AND KRISTIE AND THE MCPUNKS.
Fri, May 20, 2005Iowa City, Iowa - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB & KRISTIE and BANJOY, featuring PAUL ROBERTS and MARK WILSON - CD RE-RELEASE of Bob's album, "LADIES ON THE STEAMBOAT" (Originally recorded in 1979, this album has been remastered and available now for the first time on CD. It includes five additional tracks featuring Bob playing with Bill Monroe at a live Concert in Osaka, Japan, 1974.) COVER CHARGE: $6.OO - SHOWTIME: 8:00 PM.
Sat.-Sun., May 14-15, 2005Hollister, CA Gilroy Bluegrass Festival Casa de Fruta 10021 Pacheco Pass Hwy. www.gilroybluegrass.com BOB BLACK WITH PERFECT STRANGERS
Fri. May 13, 2005Bakersfield, CA Concert; 7:30 PM Christian Fellowship & River Valley Community Churches 5131 Office Park Drive (661)871-5593 BOB BLACK WITH PERFECT STRANGERS
Sun. April 24, 2005Minneapolis,Mn. CAGLEY, BLACK, SCHAEFER,AND NJOES FOR FURTHER DETAILS CALL 651 636 9542
Sat. April 23, 2005Minneapolis, Mn Armatage School 2501 West 56th st CAGLEY,BLACK,SCHAEFER,AND NJOES FAREWELL CONCERT FOR TOM SCHAEFER WHO IS MOVING TO NASHVILLE OPENING SET BY BOB AND KRISTIE BLACK ALSO, BOB BLACK'S CD RELEASE OF "LADIES ON THE STEAMBOAT" Tickets $8 in advance. Avail. at Homestead Pickin Parlor. $10 at door. For info. call 651 636 9542
Fri-Sun, April 15-17, 2005AMANA, IOWA - RV PARK, (Across from the Visitor's Center) BOB AND KRISTIE will perform with THE BANJOY BAND on Saturday (for two shows), and will give duet performances on Friday and Sunday.
Wed. Mar 23, 2005NORTH ENGLISH,IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK AND PAUL ROBERTS WILL PERFORM 11:15-12 NOON.
Saturday, March 19, 2005 Avondale, AZ BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS - 7:00 PM Westview High School 10850 West Garden Lakes Parkway
Friday, March 18, 2005 Tucson, AZ BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS - Rhythm & Roots Concert Series
Sun, Feb 20, 2005San Diego Acoustic Series, San Diego, California. BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS. $15 Admission. Acoustic Music San Diego 7:30 PM 4650 Mansfield St. 619-303-8176 www.AcousticMusicSanDiego.com
Sat, Feb. 19, 2005Cal Tech Folk Society, Pasadena, California - Dabney Hall. BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS. $15 regular admission, student/child: $5. Dabney Hall Lounge, 8:00 PM California Institute of Technology www.folkmusic.caltech.edu
Fri, Feb 18, 2005Boulevard Music, Culver City, California BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS. $15 per person at the door. Boulevard Music 8:00 PM 4316 Sepulveda Blvd. 626-339-7020 www.boulevardmusic.com
Sun, Feb 13, 2005DATE CHANGE!!! SWEETHEART'S SERENADE IOWA CITY, IOWA - The Mill Restaurant A Special Valentine's Day Show featuring Bob and Kristie, Joe and Colleen Peterson, Mike and Amy Finders, Al and Aleta Murphy, and others yet to be announced. Further details to be announced. Bring your sweetheart!
Wed, Feb 9, 2005Des Moines, Iowa, State Capitol Building. BOB & KRISTIE will perform for CULTURAL ADVOCACY DAY - TASTE OF IOWA, along with the Cedar Rapids Youth Symphony. Preformanc times to be announced. Event runs from 11AM - 2PM.
Fri, Jan 28, 2005MOJO'S - COLUMBIA, MISSOURI Bob Black in a special performance with Forrest Rose and Friends.
Wed, Jan 26, 2005NORTH ENGLISH, IOWA - SENIOR DINING SITE BOB BLACK & PAUL ROBERTS will perform a pre-luncheon concert from 11:15-Noon.
Sun, Jan 23, 2005IOWA CITY - The Mill Restaurant BOB & KRISTIE and the BANJOY BAND will perform at the Iowa City Free Medical/Dick Parrott Free Dental Clinic Benefit. Time and further details to be announced.
Sun, Dec 12, 2004WATERLOO, IOWA - ELECTRIC PARK BALLROOM. BLUEGRASS CHRISTMAS AT THE PARK, with BOB & KRISTIE and THE BANJOY BAND, ALAN & ALETA MURPHY and HARVEST HOME, and THE MIKE and AMY FINDERS BAND. Noon till 6:00 PM. $10 in advance, $12 at the door. For further details, call Myron Kelleher, 319-266-9039, or go to: http://www.iowadance.com/idev/bg.html
Wed, Nov 24, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM.
Sun, Nov 21, 2004WEST LIBERTY, IOWA (at the New Strand) BOB & KRISTIE will perform with THE EULENSPIEGEL PUPPET THEATER. The show is HANSEL AND GOOSEL, and performances will be at 2:00 PM and 4:30 PM. For further information, check this website: http://www.puppetspuppets.com
Wed, Nov 10, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND. 7-10 PM.
Fri, Oct 29, 2004COLUMBIA, MO. BOB BLACK will perform at Mojo's with THE RANK SINATRAS and THE LONESOME PINES. Further details will be forthcoming.
Wed, Oct 27, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Wed, Oct 20, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sat, Oct 16, 2004IOWA CITY, IOWA - The Izaac Walton League Private Party with BOB BLACK, JOHN LAKE, ALETA MURPHY, and WARRIN HANLIN.
Wed, Oct 13, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Wed, Oct 6, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sat-Sun, Oct 2-3, 2004SAN FRANCISCO, CA. BOB BLACK with PERFECT STRANGERS - The HARDLY STRICTLY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL. Other featured performers: EMMYLOU HARRIS, HOT RIZE, and many more. Watch this space for further details.
Wed, Sept 29, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sat, Sept 25, 2004HILLS, IOWA Bob & Kristie Black with the Banjoy Band - 3rd Annual Century Farm Harvest Heat "Open Crib"; Hills Bar & Grill, KCJJ radio Live Remote; Corn & pellet fueled heaters on display; 11AM-2PM - For more information, call Ed Williams, 319-683-4328.
Wed, Sept 22, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT. BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sun, Sept 19, 2004IOWA CITY, IOWA. BOB & KRISTIE (and others) will perform at the Friends of Old Time Music FIDDLER'S PICNIC, at the Johnson County Fairgrounds, one mile south of Iowa City on old US 218. Performance time to be announced. The festival runs from noon till 6:00 PM. Adults: $5.00.
Sat, Sept 18, 2004LAKE McBRIDE, IOWA BOB & KRISTIE - Wedding reception/Private Party.
Sat, Sept 18, 2004AMANA, IOWA. BOB & KRISTE will perform from 1-3 PM at the Amana Farmer's Market, in Main Amana--south across the intersection from the Festhalle.
Wed, Sept 15, 2004IOWA CITY, IOWA - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND - with special guest appearances by other artists. 7-10 PM. Cover Charge.
Sun, Sept 12, 2004AURORA, IOWA BOB BLACK will perform with ALAN MURPHY and ALETA MURPHY.
Sat, Sept 11, 2004MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. BOB BLACK will perform with BILL CAGLEY, ALAN MURPHY, and ALETA MURPHY.
Wed, Aug 25, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND every Wednesday evening from 7-10 through August, 2004 (and maybe after that too, if response is good!)
Tues, Aug 24, 2004AMANA, IOWA - RV Park across from Visitor's Center. Private Party with Bob & Kristie, Mark Wilson, and Paul Roberts.
Sat, Aug 21, 2004TOLEDO, IOWA Private Wedding party with BOB & KRISTIE and THE BANJOY BAND - featuring MARK WILSON, PAUL ROBERTS, and KEITH YODER.
Wed, Aug 18, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND every Wednesday evening from 7-10 through August, 2004 (and maybe after that too, if response is good!)
Sat, Aug 14, 2004USHER'S FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE, 5925 Seminole Valley Trail, N. E. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Bob and Kristie & THE BANJOY BAND will play at the USHER'S FERRY FOLK FESTIVAL. 30-minute performance scheduled to begin at 5 PM. Other groups: Robin and Linda Williams, Danny Santos, Black Sheep, and more. Festival will run from 4-10 PM. Admission $10 for Adults, $5 for children. For further information, surf to http://www.cedar-rapids.org/ushers/ - Or phone 319-286-5763.
Fri, Sat, Sun, Aug 13-15, 2004AMANA, IOWA - Amana Colonies RV Park & Outdoor Convention Facility BOB and KRISTIE BLACK & THE BANJOY BAND - 1st ANNUAL AMANA COLONIES BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL. Camping and concessions will be available. For more information, email jchilders@amanas.net
Wed, Aug 11, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND every Wednesday evening from 7-10 through August, 2004 (and maybe after that too, if response is good!)
Sun, Aug 8, 2004WEST BRANCH, IOWA BOB & KRISTIE will perform at THE IOWA OPRY, along with the DROLLINGERS, AL & ALETA MURPHY, JOHN LAKE & WARRIN HANLIN. Showtime: 3:30 PM. For more details, call Guy Drollinger, 319-338-2652.
Fri, Sat, Aug 6-7, 2004DOWNTOWN WATERLOO, IOWA. BOB and KRISTIE BLACK - MIDWEST FOLK FESTIVAL, at 329 East 4th Street. Our Friday evening show is at 7:00 PM, Festival Stage, Veterans Memorial Hall. Saturday we'll be performing at 12 Noon, Fun Stage, Paramount Park. We'll also be in the exhibit area from 3-5 PM on Saturday. Lots of music, ethnic exhibits, dancing, and crafts! For more details, call 319-291-2038, or email Jaime Miller, Events Coordinator, at jm@mainstreetwaterloo.org.
Thurs, Aug 5, 2004GRINNELL, IOWA - Central Park Bob and Kristie will perform a concert from 5:30-7:30 PM. Free Admission. Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs! For more information, call Bill Menner, 641-236-1626.
Wed, Aug 4, 2004IOWA CITY - THE MILL RESTAURANT BOB BLACK will perform with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND every Wednesday evening from 7-10 through August, 2004 (and maybe after that too, if response is good!)