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Happy New Year
 
Here we are teetering on the entry into 2018. The weather locally has been decent (unless you are a true lover of snow and all the challenges it brings to the Ozarks!) By now, most readers have their New Year's Eve plans...or stay home plans for some...in place and the general feeling is the countdown is on! If you are still looking for something fun, check out the calendar below for a couple cool options. So whether you go out and celebrate or snuggle in at home for a quiet evening, the board of directors of
Ozark Blues Society wishes you a very Happy New Year!
The ticket link for the Fundraiser is now live on our website and available on Facebook as well. Additionally, you will find it added to the article about the
event below. Remember, reserved
seating tickets will only be available in limited quantities. 
Also, please continue to consider the article below seeking input and
interest in board positions for
our upcoming annual elections.

Though the event calendar definitely
slows during the holidays, there is still fun to be had here in Northwest Arkansas.
Keep me posted about events and shows in our area and ideas of what you would like to see in this Newsletter. 
Email me anytime at:
~Sandy McCann
Congratulations Winners!
Ghost Town Blues Band Ticket Give Away
Congratulations to Ozark Blues Society Members Gary Cook, Diane Byram, Bob Young and Steve Marquess! Each won a ticket for two to attend the Ghost Town Blues Band at the UARK Bowl in Fayetteville on January 6, 2018.
Membership definitely has it's perks! If you would like to be included in the next member only giveaway, you may join or renew your membership by visiting: ozarkbluessociety.org
 
Ozark Blues Society would like to express thanks to OBS board member Bruce Bennett and RLP Investments in Bentonville for generously donating these tickets.
 
For more information about the Ghost Town Blues Band, VISIT: ghosttownbluesband.com
Tickets Available!
2018 IBC Fundraiser at the 21c Hotel
Supporters of Ozark Blues Society's annual Road to Memphis fundraiser take note!  Due to the very early scheduling of the 2018 International Blues Challenge, Ozark Blues Society has scheduled our January Fundraiser to be held after the competition. The theme will be "Celebrate IBC." We will be back again this year to enjoy the awesome hospitality at the 21c Museum Hotel in Bentonville.
Tickets are available at IBC CELEBRATION FUNDRAISER TICKETS and include both reserved and general admission pricing.
Acts performing will include Tony Redman and The Downtown Livewires who will be representing Ozark Blues Society at the 2018 IBC and The Pinetop Renegades who were one of the runner ups in our local compeition. It stands to be a great night of HOT blues!

So, please mark your calendars for Saturday, January 27, 2018
and join us to raise funds in support of Ozark Blues Society's sponsorship of our local winners.
Election Season
for Ozark Blues Society
Board of Directors
Meeting Date Announced
The OBS nominating committee is off and running as they seek to connect with members and non-members who are interested in shaping the future of the organization. Our annual meeting date has now been set. 
Please consider joining us on at the Springdale Holiday Inn on Tuesday, February 13, 2018
OBS is seeking individuals with expertise or experience in organization & leadership; technical skills (internet, social media); secretarial; fundraising; marketing/merchandising/promotions; fundraising; financial/bookkeeping; membership management; and events management.

To be eligible to serve on the OBS Board of Directors, member’s dues must be current and they must be in good standing with the society. Interested candidates can email BILL BAIRD for more information.

OBS is responsible for a number of events in Northwest Arkansas including an active Blues in The Schools program, Blues Jams (when available), various Blues concerts and special events, as well as an annual regional competition for acts desiring to compete in the International Blues Challenge .

OBS is a member of Downtown Bentonville Inc. and The Blues Foundation.

OBS is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit.
Music Calendar 
12/28- 1/06
Please enjoy the following listings comprised of bands, venues, and/or organizations supportive of Ozark Blues Society. Always check with individual venues for event details and schedule changes.

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12.29
  • Cate Brothers and Brad James for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Ocie Fisher at JJ's Grill and Chill in Rogers
  • Teen New Year Band Night at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • Rae Cam at Two25 Wine Gallery in Bentonville
12.30
  • Junction 80 at Ramo d' Olivo in Bentonville
12.31
  • New Years Eve with 90 LB Wrench and Throwback Jack at the Meteor Guitar Gallery in Bentonville
  • New Years Eve Jesse Dean style at Warren's Rec Room in Alma
1.01  HAPPY NEW YEAR!
 
1.02
  • Gary Hutchison at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fort Smith
1.05
  • Divas on Fire for Happy Hour at George's Majestic Lounge in Fayetteville
  • Ocie Fisher at JJ's Grill and Chill in Fayetteville
  • Keith Nicholson Trio at JJ's Grill and Chill in Bella Vista
Mark Your Calendar 
  • 1/16 -1/20 International Blues Challenge on Beale Street in Memphis
  • 1/27 IBC Celebration Fundraiser at 21c in Bentonville
In this issue:  12/29/2017
Happy New Year
Congratulations Winners!Ghost Town Blues Band Ticket Give Away
Tickets Available!2018 IBC Fundraiser at the 21c Hotel
Election Seasonfor Ozark Blues SocietyBoard of Directors Meeting Date Announced
Music Calendar 12/28- 1/06
On this day in Blues History December 29
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 29

 
Today’s show features music performed by
The Louis Armstrong
All Stars
 
This Week's Quote
 
 
"Seems to me it ain't the world that's so bad but what we're doing to it, and all I'm saying is: see what a wonderful world it would be if only we'd give it a chance. Love, baby - love. That's the secret."
 
 Louis Armstrong
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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