Today we took some things into Silver Lion Framing (3305 Lakeshore on the South side between 27th and 25th). Corey is a pro, and a really good guy too. His shop is a great addition to the Long Branch business community. We’re reframing this one….… Read More
Monthly archives of “January 2015”
What do you think this is? Jan 10th trivia question
Pizza with Marianne and Steve
Last night we went out to 850 degrees here in Long Branch for pizza with Marianne and Steve (Georgie’s new best friends) – who are likely back in Vancouver by now. It was great to see them while they were in town! We’re really fortunate… Read More
Harrington Valley Two-Step
Often when we talk about old time music traditions, the conversation is about players from West Virginia or Virginia or North Carolina, the Appalachians, the Blue Ridge and so on, and for some people it’s all about music from certain counties or one side of… Read More
Safe haven for Toronto folk music lovers
When we go out in Toronto to enjoy live music, more often than not it’s to Hugh’s Room. We’ve been there for Ramblin’ Jack, for Ian Tyson, for the Carolina Chocolate Drops, for the McGarrigles back when Kate was still gracing the planet, for Stacie… Read More
Burgess Dulaney Face – Good Morning Long Branch 7:20am
Burgess Dulaney was a Mississippi folk artist (1914-2001). Love his work and view of life – to learn more, visit: http://burgessdulaneymudsculptures.blogspot.ca/
Cast Iron Cooking at 27th Street
One of my favourite ways of cooking involves improvising in my trusty cast iron pan. I was thinking about that today when I stopped in at Starsky’s for some groceries. I bought some beautiful spicy Slovak sausage and some fresh veggies to go along with… Read More
Mama’s Opry
I’m a sucker for Iris DeMent. This tune gets me everytime.
Phyllis (AKA Bunny) in a box
Cold Mornin’ Shout
Have you heard Craig Ventresco and Meredith Axelrod perform? They make wonderful music together!
