Guest post by Bobbie
Lancaster, one of the local musicians who will be performing December 14 during
“Hoosier Holidays,” a blanket drive to help the homeless
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HOOSIER HOLIDAYS
Friday, December 14, at the Inn at DePauw Ballroom
7 p.m. door, 7:30 p.m. show
Tickets:
$15 in
advance, $18 day of show
$15 day of
show with blanket donation
$10 for students (with I.D.) and under 18
(Advance tickets available NOW at The Inn at DePauw &
Studio B)
Featuring:
Tim Grimm & Jan Lucas
Bobbie Lancaster
Him & Her
Anthony Mullis
Cara Jean Marcy
The Banisters
The Arrests
Why do a blanket drive?
Well, he really doesn't want the attention, but the
Hoosier Holidays artists were inspired to collect blankets after 8-year-old Jacob
Beadles told a Bible study group that he wanted to do something about the
heartbreaking reality of homelessness.
Here's how young Jacob sums it up himself:
“During recent trips to Chicago and Indianapolis I saw a
lot of homeless people and I've been feeling led to make some blankets for the
homeless. I want to be able to get the
material to make blankets to take to some local shelters and possibly hand some
out myself.
I told my parents and some friends of theirs at my church
about my wish and they are excited to help.
Miss Bobbie told me that she and her friends might be able to help me,
too. This made me feel more confident
that we can do this.”
So, of course, all the musicians rallied around this
cause. We want to make a positive
impact, and we were also touched by Jacob's loving heart and want to support
him in his vision to make a difference!
Bringing a blanket on Friday will allow you to purchase
your ticket at the door at a discount.
The Beadles family will be distributing the blankets to area homeless
shelters, many of which are taking in Putnam County residents. If we are flooded with blankets (and we hope
we will be), several members of the Greencastle Civic League have volunteered
to assist in the distribution effort.
Below is information about some of the artists who will
be performing during Hoosier Holidays.
Hope to see you there!
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Tim Grimm is an award-winning singer/songwriter who has
recorded nine CDs and is at work on a new one to be released during the summer
of 2013. He and his wife Jan Lucas, who
accompanies him with vocals and harmonica, recently returned from a five-week tour
of the Netherlands, Germany and Italy, playing their brand of Americana-folk
music.
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| Tim Grimm and Jan Lucas |
Tim’s writing and style have been
likened to Bruce Springsteen, Lyle Lovett and Johnny Cash, but his songs of the
land and his rural upbringing are uniquely his own. He also hosts an Americana Series in Columbus,
Indiana, and has hosted a number of “Hoosier Music” shows, which includes the
Hoosier Holidays shows. This year marks
the fourth annual holiday show that he’s organizing, and he is delighted to
bring it to Greencastle for the first time! Learn more about Tim at www.timgrimm.com.
Bobbie Lancaster, formerly of Bloomington, Indiana, moved
here to Greencastle last summer. She's
written and recorded numerous albums and four as a solo artist. She's had opportunities to perform across
the country, with invitations to compete in the New Folk competition at the
Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, and the New Artist showcase at the Falcon
Ridge Folk Festival in New York.
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| Bobbie Lancaster |
Since
moving to Greencastle, she's become an active member of the Greencastle Civic
League, bringing her professional experiences to the table as the organization
revamped ParkFest. She's really excited
to be part of Hoosier Holidays for the 3rd time...especially since the show is
going to be here in Greencastle.
Bobbie plans to release a new album, a gospel album, in 2013. You'll hear a preview at the show on Friday! www.bobbielancaster.com
Him & Her is comprised of husband and wife duo Joel
and LaToshia Everson, with friend and fellow War Radio bandmate, Drew Cooper, on
percussion. The couple has made music
together for 10 years, including in groups such as The Worship Project and War
Radio. Him & Hers' roots are based
in classic folk/rock soul while stretching out into new alt/indie sounds. www.reverbnation.com/warradio
Anthony Mullis, a.k.a. Gus Moon, grew up in
Bainbridge. He plays in his band Gus
Moon and the Tennessee Fire, which just released a CD, "Worn Out
Shoes." He will be recording
another disc set for release in early March.
Find Gus’ schedule and info online at www.reverbation.com/gusmoon.
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| Anthony Mullis |
Cara Jean Marcy is a singer/songwriter who lives in
Indianapolis. After years playing bass
in bands like 19Clark25, The Warner Gear and the Silver Dollar Family Band, she
released her first solo album "Goodnight Charlotte" in 2010 – an
album that was named Best Roots Album of the Year by NUVO Newsweekly. Cara Jean is one of those behind the score
for the independent feature film "Paradise Recovered," along with cellist
Grover Parido. She is also founder of
the one-off State Fair project, the all-female ensemble Alice Chalmers and the
Stick a Cork in Your Jug Band. Most
notably, Cara Jean’s dog thinks she's the best thing since bacon. www.carajeanwahlers.com
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| Cara Jean Marcy |
The Banisters
are a high-energy acoustic music band that features expressive three-part
harmony singing. They have played shows
all over the Midwest including the Indiana State Fair. They’ve recorded several CDs – including one
with a holiday theme. http://www.myspace.com/thebannisters#
The City of Greencastle is a vibrant community of 10,000 in Central Indiana. Home to a diverse mix of businesses,
educational opportunities, parks and pathways, our community’s creativity and pride is continuing to move us forward.