dorothycooley.com Past Concert Calendar
Dorothy Cooley
Book Nook and Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
(231) 894-5333
http://www.thebooknookjavashop.com
I'm back for a regular installment of good friends, good music, and good times.
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Allen St. Farmers Market Lansing
Just off E. Michigan
1619 E. Kalamazoo
Lansing, MI
(517) 485-4279
http://www.allenneighborhoodcenter.org
So nice to play this venue again. Farmer's markets are the coolest place on earth. I hope you patronize them whenever you are able.
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Dutton Days Celebration
Redeemer Covenant Church Outdoor Stage
6951 Hanna Lake Ave SE
Dutton, MI
Come to this great community/family event featuring artisan booths, food, activities for the children, horse-pulled wagon, cars on display and a variety of entertainment.
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Gimme Shelter Series
Jackson Interfaith Shelter
414 South Blackstone
Jackson, MI
(517) 789-8735
This is an ongoing series hosted by Burt and Bea Furman providing free entertainment for this shelter.
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January 22, 2010, 8:00 pm
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State Grounds Coffeehouse
108 East State Street
Hastings, MI
269-948-7738
http:/www.stategrounds.com/
Come down for a nice evening of soul warming music and mocha.
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October 17, 2009, 11:00 am
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Fenner Apple Butter Fest
Fenner Nature Center
2020 Mount Hope
Lansing, MI
http://http://www.cityoflansingmi.com/parks/fenner/index.jsp
Nature trails. What could be better than to celebrate a cool day with a warm sun than making the trip out to the Fenner Nature Center for continous outdoor live performances by some of the best songwriters of Mid-Michigan. Great food, home made apple butter, community displays, the smells, ahhhhh. It's all good.
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September 27, 2009, 1:00 pm
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Fall Fest
Van Atta's Green House & Flower Shop
9008 Old M-78
Haslett, MI
http://www.vanattas.com/
Celebrate Michigan Saturday and Sunday! Everything a folkie could want and more. Artisans, food, music, hands on demonstrations and Fall. What more could you ask for?
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September 25, 2009, 8:00 pm
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4th Ave. Gallery
210 S. 4th St.
Ann Arbor, Mi
Come down to the gallery for an evening of fabulous art and fabulous music by some of the best songwriters on Southeastern Michigan.
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September 8, 2009, 7:00 pm
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Moch n Music
5211 Cherry Avenue
Hudsonville, MI
(616) 669-9917
http://www.mocha-n-music.com/
Come by for some music from the 50's, 60's and 70's. An original here and there.
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Afternoon Concert
State Grounds
108 East State Street
Hastings, MI
(269) 948-7730
Playing from 2-5pm. Stop by for a chili dog, ice cream cone or cold smoothie.
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Acoustic Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee house
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
Happy Summer! And before you venture off on vacation, stop by and play a tune for us!
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Gimme Shelter Series
Jackson Interfaith Shelter
414 South Blackstone
Jackson, MI
(517) 789-8735
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee house
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
May Day! May Day! Come out and play!
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Jammin' in the Round with Jamie-Sue Seal
Christ United Church
1000 West Webb Road
DeWitt, MI
http://www.jamminround.com/
Jammin' Round With Jamie-Sue is a monthly songwriters round hosted by Jamie-Sue Seal of the band, The Radiotown Flyers, at Christ United Church in DeWitt, Michigan just north of Lansing.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee house
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
Don't forget to stop by and play for us.
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Altu's Ethiopian Cuisine
1312 Michigan Avenue
E. Lansing, MI, MI
517- 333-6295
http://www.EatAtAltus.com/music.html
You may ask, "What is Dorothy doing in an Ethiopian restaraunt?" The answer is simply, come try the cuisine and you'll understand why her blend of music is mated perfectly with Altu's delicious entre's.
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State Grounds Coffee House
108 East State Street
Hastings, MI
269) 948-7730
http://www.stategrounds.com
Bob Dickinson, owner of State Grounds is a great supporter of live music and has a real heart for his community. State Grounds has free Wifi, but above all, great food and drink. And did I mention a great singer on March 14th? Stop by and say Hi.
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February 6, 2009, 7:00 pm
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Open Mic
The Essential Bean
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
Ya all come and try out those new (cover or original) tunes you just learned.
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February 5, 2009, 8:00 pm
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Songwriter Showcase
The Trinity House Theatre
38840 W. Six Mile
Livonia, MI
734-464-6302
http://www.trinityhouse.org
This songwriter showcase not only features some of the best songwriters in Michigan, but it also benefits the Trinity House Theatre.
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January 31, 2009, 8:00 pm
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Grand Rapids Folk Arts Society Presents the Grand Rapids Songwriters Alliance
Wealthy Street Theater
1150 Wealthy St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI
616.346.6468 or 616.631.9219
http://www.grfolkarts.org/concerts_0809.htm
Price: $12.00
Four members of this West Michigan cadre perform in a Writer´s Round format. Expect an eclectic blend of original modern folk, country, jazz, blues and rock penned by these local word and songsmiths. They´ll accompany each other in a spirited, one-of-a-kind performance.
Jeff Oxford. GRSA co-founder, guitarist, singer and composer. Founder and front man for Neon Graffiti. Definitely in touch with his inner folk-rocker.
Tim Perry. GRSA co-founder, lyricist, songwriter, guitar/vocals. Songs of family, love and nature, served with a fine domestic whine.
Roger Brown. Longtime songwriter, guitarist, singer, studio musician. Original member of Gerry Rafferty's Stealers Wheel. Must check out his picking hand thumbnail!
Dorothy Cooley. Guitarist, vocalist, songwriter. Caledonia´s coffeehouse fixture. Jazz and blues witha sassy, insightful take. Buckle up.
GRSA meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Alpine Avenue Schuler´s Book Store, 6:30 to 9:30 pm. Bring an original song to share. The public is always welcome.
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January 26, 2009, 5:00 pm
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A Month of Mondays at Lynda's
Lynda's Diner
3555 68th St.
Dutton, MI
616.554.9266
It's the last Monday already. Where did the time go? Please join us!
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January 19, 2009, 5:00 pm
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A Month of Mondays at Lynda's
Lynda's Diner
3555 68th St.
Dutton, MI
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January 12, 2009, 5:00 pm
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A Month of Mondays at Lynda's
Lynda's Diner
3555 68th St.
Dutton, MI
616.554.9266
Dorothy plays your favorites from old tyme country to 50's, 60's and 70's pop. A few Jazz standards and originals also
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A Month of Mondays
Lynda's Diner
3555 68th St.
Dutton, MI
616.554.9266
Join us for a month of Monday performances in January at Lynda's Diner. What a better way to spend a chilly Monday night than with good food and warming music.
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January 25, 2008, 7:00 pm
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State Grounds
108 East State Street,
Hastings, MI
(269) 948-7730
http://stategrounds.com
Dorothy will be doing a 3-hour show. Stop by for part or all of it.
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December 5, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Moch-N-Music
5211 Cherry Avenue,
Hudsonville, MI
(616) 669-9917
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December 2, 2007, 2:00 pm
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A Winter's Tune
Wealthy Theatre
Go to this great site listed below for full details.
www.AWintersTune.com
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December 1, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Girls Nite Out
The White Crow Conservatory
3736 Mackinaw
Saginaw, MI
989-790-2118
More to come on this concert. Watch for details
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November 23, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Frenz Coffee House
4 E Bridge Street in the Rockford Promenade
Rockford, MI
616.863.8750
http://frenzcoffeehouse.com
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November 12, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Mocha-N-Music
5211 Cherry Avenue,
Hudaonville
(616) 669-9917
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November 2, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://essentialbean.com
Sign up at 6:30pm.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://essentialbean.com
Dorothy is your hostess for this fantabulous event every first Friday of the month.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean
8980 N. Rogers Ct.
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
If you're looking for a place to try new material you've written, come here. A safe environment awaits you.
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Mocha & Music
5211 Cherry Avenue,
Hudsonville, MI
616) 669-9917
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Mocha & Music
5211 Cherry Avenue,
Hudsonville, MI
(616) 669-9917
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffeehouse
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
Dorothy is your hostess for this fantabulous event.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
Dorothy is your hostess for this fantabulous event every first Friday of the month.
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The White Crow Music Consdervatory
3736 Mackinaw
Saginaw, MI
989-790-2118
http://www,whitecrowconservatory.blogspot.com
Price: $5.00
Friends! You MUST visit this unique venue! It truly dignifies the indie performer and his/her quest to perform for the listening concert-goer. Within five years, this will be "The Place" to go to for extraordinary performances.
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January 25, 2007, 7:00 pm
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Mocha & Music
5211 Cherry Avenue,
Hudsonville, MI
(616) 669-9917
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January 11, 2007, 7:00 pm
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The Koffee Kuppe
46 West Main Street
Freemont, MI
231-924-1046
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Mocha & Music
5211 Cherry Avenue
Hudsonville, MI
(616) 669-9917
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December 9, 2006, 3:00 pm
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Benefit /Food Drive
Pinetree Tavern
1100 Page Ave.
Jackson, MI
Host Aaron Childs, of Radio Free Jackson, has organized this wonderful venue for a variety of music. Not just acoustic blues, but rock blues, heavy metal blues, and delta blues (to name a few) will be represented at this benefit where the proceeds will go to the various food banks in the Jackson area.
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December 8, 2006, 7:00 pm
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Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616.891.7700
http://essentialbean.com
Four years ago, Dorothy made her debut as a performing songwriter in this very location! The Bean remains to hold a special place in her heart.
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December 2, 2006, 7:00 pm
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Bayside Beanery
2009 Lakeshore Drive
Muskegon, MI
(231) 755-0506
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December 1, 2006, 7:30 pm
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Open Mic
Essential Bean LLC
8980 N. Rogers Ct.
Caledonia, MI 49316
891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
If you're looking for a place to try new material you've written, come here. A safe environment awaits you.
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November 17, 2006, 8:00 pm
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The Raven Coffeehouse
932 Military St
Port Huron, MI
(810) 984-4336
http://www.theravencoffeehouse.com
What a awesom venue to play! Come on over and enjoy a great meal and great music.
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November 11, 2006, 6:30 pm
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Ortonville Grange Hall
Ortonville, MI
http://www.folkwithshadesofblue.com
Go to their website and check out these friendly folks! If you're in the area, stop on by.
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November 10, 2006, 6:00 pm
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Book Nook & Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
231.894.5333
Looking forward to re-uniting with the great patrons of the Book Nook.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616.891.7700
Dorothy celebrates her 3rd year as host of this once a month acoustic open mic. Many talented musicians have graced the stage. It's your turn. Make plans to share your great music with us!
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Book Nook/Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
231.894.5333
http://www.thebooknookjavashop.com/
The nicest folks in the world faithfully attend the Book Nook for some songs, some laughs. I do believe there may be an extra chair just for you!
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Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers Ct Suite B
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
Dorothy celebrates her 3rd year as host of this once a month acoustic open mic. Many talented musicians have graced the stage. It's your turn. Make plans to share your great music with us!
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The Koffee Kuppe
46 West Main Street
Fremont, MI
231-924-1046
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Dillenbeck's Coffee House
1059 W. Fulton
Grand Rapids, Mi
616-452-5716
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Bayside Beanery
2009 Lakeshore Drive
Muskegon, MI
(231) 755-0506
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The Book Nook & Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
231.894.5333
http:/www./thebooknookjavashop.com/
A great crowd gathers, to support and listen to favorites they have etched into Dorothy's repetoire.
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Frogtown Blues Festival
Pinetree Tavern
1100 Page Ave.
Jackson, MI
Line Ups and times:
Patio Stage:
11:00 pm Postal Miles
9:30 pm Zydeco Ziggy
8:00 pm Dorothy Cooley
6:30 pm Mike Kavanaugh
5:00 pm Chobie Shedwell
Indoor Stage:
Midnight Blue Taxi
10:30 pm 6 Hands Down
9:00 pm Count Bracey & The Pleasure Tones
7:30 pm 31 Seconds
6:00 pm Train Wreck
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffeehouse
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
This is a "non-threatening" Open Mic where performers of all levels of experience are invited. Dorothy encourages original material to be played.
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The Raven Coffeehouse
932 Military Street
Port Huron, MI
(810) 984-4336
http://www.theravencoffeehouse.com
This is a MUST SEE coffeehouse for you "Eastsiders". You may never encounter such unique decor ever again. Oh yes, and then there's me. I'll make it worth your visit.
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Songwriter in the Round
4-Seasons Internet Cafe
3500 Lilley Plaza(Lilley south of Ford Rd.)
Canton, MI
734.981.6065
http://www.4seasonsinternetcafe.com/
Playing just after the great Keith Parmentier.
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Song Writers Unite! Show
Grafitti's Bar & Grill
170 Baldwin Street
Toronto, Ontario
the great country of Canada!
416.506.6699
http://www.graffitisbarandgrill.com/menu/index.html
Once again coordinator Russell Leon is kind enough to have me entertain the wonderful audiences in Toronto. This is a night of a songwriter in the round format.
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffeehouse
8980 N. Rogers Ct Suite B
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http://www.essentialbean.com
Dorothy hosts this acoustic open mic for all ages. Encouraging artists to sing original material.
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February 25, 2006, 1:00 pm
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Carveth Village
Middleville, MI
This is a special venue designed for the wonderful residents of Carveth Village. Dorothy takes them down Memory Lane with favorite musical standards from the twenties, thirties, and forties.
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February 25, 2006, 7:00 pm
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Bayside Beanery
2009 Lakeshore Drive
Muskegon, MI
(231) 755-0506
What a gracious host and owner Bob Toney and his beautiful wife. Catch Dorothy playing familiar tunes of your past plus some great originals.
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February 24, 2006, 7:30 pm
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Kava House
6333 Kalamazoo Ave
Kentwood, MI
616.451.8600
Stop by the Kava House either before you go to the movies (right around the corner at Celebration South) or after. Dorothy makes her debut performance in the wonderful burb of Kentwood, MI.
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February 17, 2006, 6:00 pm
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The Book Nook & Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
231.894.5333
http://thebooknookjavashop.com/
A great crowd gathers, to support and listen to favorites they have etched into Dorothy's repetoire.
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February 8, 2006, 7:00 pm
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The Koffee Kuppe
46 Main St.
Freemont, MI
231.924.1046
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February 4, 2006, 7:00 pm
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Dillenbeck's Coffee House
1059 W. Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI
616-452-5716
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February 3, 2006, 8:00 pm
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The Raven Coffeehouse
932 Military Street
Port Huron, MI 48060
(810) 984-4336
http://www.ravencoffehouse.com
This is an awesome coffee house. Vist their website to get a glimpse. And if you're in the vicinity, stop by for some great musical story telling!
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January 27, 2006, 6:00 pm
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The Book Nook & Java Shop
8726 Ferry St.
Montague, MI
231-894-5333
http://thebooknookjavashop.com/
Dorothy returns for her sixth helping of good old fashion hospitality. Check this website out and then stop by for a good read, a great cup of java and some lively musical banter.
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January 19, 2006, 8:00 pm
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Koffe Kuppe
46 West Main Street
Fremont, MI
231-924-1046
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January 13, 2006, 5:45 pm
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River Bank Books and Music
Monroe NW (Former Steketee's Bldg)
Grand Rapids, MI
What a great place to visit before or after dinner while you're downtown. Come hear Dorothy's syncopated grooves.
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Gimme Shelter Series
Jackson Interfaith Shelter
414 South Blackstone
Jackson, MI
(517) 789-8735
http://www.mikekavanaugh.com/gimme_shelter_concert_series.htm
In May 2004 a monthly acoustic concert series was started at the Jackson Interfaith Shelter in Jackson, Michigan to benefit the shelter and all the folks there. Music is provided free by performing artists in the area. Free gourmet coffee is provided by the series sponsor, Evelyn Bay Coffee Company in Spring Arbor, MI.
Two artists are featured each show. Dorothy will be performing on the first half.
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Open Mic (Dorothy Hosting)
Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers Ct
Caledonia, MI
616-891-7700
http:///www.essentialbean.com
The first Friday of every month,owners Kim & Fletch Klap offer their wonderful environment for you to sing in. Did you know they also are looking for more entertainers to sign up and perform at "The Bean"? Check out their website
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December 16, 2005, 5:30 pm
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Grand Opening
River Bank Books & Music
Monroe N.W. (Steketee's Bldg)
Grand Rapids
Wow! 10,000 sq feet of books, music, cafe, gifts and me. Now you have a reason to come downtown!
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December 10, 2005, 6:00 pm
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Duo Performance
The Book Nook & Java Shop
8726 Ferry Street,
Montague, MI
231-894-5333
http://www.thebooknookjavashop.com
Last month I was privelleged to perform with a great artist, Anisa. Come out and give a listen. Two for the price of one
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December 6, 2005, 5:00 pm
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Private Reception
River Bank Books & Music
Monroe N.W.
Grand Rapids, MI
A brand new bookstore/cafe/record store opening in downtown G.R.
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November 19, 2005, 6:00 pm
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The Book Nook & Java Shop
Ferry St
8726 Montague, MI
231-894-5333
http://www.thebooknookjavashop.com
I am very honored to play with a energized musician, Anisa. We have contrasting styles which makes the concert very interesting.
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November 4, 2005, 7:30 pm
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Open Mic
Essential Bean Coffee House
8980 N. Rogers. Ct S.E.
Caledonia, MI
Dorothy hosts this acoustic open mic for all levels.Bring that new song you just wrote and try it out. This is a safe/non critical atmosphere. Next Open Mics will occur Friday: 12/2
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November 1, 2005, 7:30 pm
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River Run Theatre
Guelph, Ontario
This is a wonderful venue to play at. An awesome college town, the Songwriter Nite is hosted by Keith Thompson, coordinated by Sue Hurtendy. I love these folks! There will be six featured songwriters and I have been allowed to perform for the great allies to the North.
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October 29, 2005, 7:00 pm
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Bayside Beanery
3006 Lakeshore Dr
Muskegon, MI
231.795.1221
Dorothy returns to this friendly nook of hospitality.
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October 23, 2005, 7:00 pm
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Dillenbeck's Coffee House
1059 Fulton Street West,
Grand Rapids, MI
(616) 458-5716
Very nice owners:Jim/Barbara. Nice venue. Take time out for a cup of joe on a chilly night. Enjoy some musical favorites
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Hungry Heart Cafe
701 W. Fulton
Grand Rapids, MI
233-3202
Covers and Originals
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