"When you love somebody, your eyelashes go up and down and little stars come out of you."
- Karen, age 7
THE RANGER REPORT - AUGUST 2021 The Official Newsletter of The Mighty Manatees Medicine Show aka The 'Tees "Celebrating 35 Years of Gigs"
LAKE HARMONY - This Friday, July 30, the acoustic trio of Ras, Randy, and I, will be doing a free show up in the Poconos Mountains right beside the healing waters of Lake Harmony. Showtime is 5:00 -9:00 PM EST www.nickslakehouse.com Special thanks to Benny.
DEBUT @ THE GROVE! - This Saturday, July 31, the acoustic trio of Ras, Randy, and I will be doing a free, all-ages, outdoor show at The Grove in Malvern, PA. Showtime is 3:00 - 6:00 PM. www.thegrovemalvern.com Special thanks to Rob Vig.
GARCIA BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE SHOW! - This Sunday, August 1, is Jerry Garcia's birthday and we are presenting an afternoon of outdoor celebration at Ed Rocks in Bethlehem, PA. Showtime is 2;00 to 6:00 PM. Kathleen Weber, Randy Wagner, Tim Hooper, Ras Mykyl, Jozo, and myself will play one acoustic set and two electric sets of songs from both The Grateful Dead and Jerry's many side projects. Come on out and have a unique listening experience at a unique amphitheater. Musical guests are expected. www.edrocks.live/ Special thanks to Ed & Lois.
DEBUT @ 30 MAIN! - On Friday, August 6, that acoustic trio of Ras, Randy, and I will debut at 30 Main in Berwyn, PA. Showtime is 7:00 - 10:00 PM. We don't know what to expect!
FAHY FEST! - There is no Pete's Barn Party this August but there is Fahy Fest! Campers welcome! 22 Gerloff Road, Schwenksville, PA. The five man electrical band will perform. Showtime is 7:00 - 10:00 PM This is a rain or shine event. Special thanks to Janis.
OUR LAST FITZWATER STATION SHOW OF THE SUMMER - On Sunday afternoon, August 22, we will play The Fitzwater Station w/ Brian Herder on dobro and guitar, and Ted The Fiddler. This is a free, outdoor, all-ages show. No coolers please. www.fitzwaterstation.com Special thanks to Franks.
K-JO UPDATE! - Karl Joseph "K-JO" Frick wants you to know that his surgery went well and he is healing nicely. He also wants you to know that he misses you and is looking forward to playing again as soon as he is able. Karl thanks you for your good vibes.
VIDEO CLIP OF THE MONTH - This month's clip was recorded in Ray Adkins house when he and I were doing a live stream back in early June. This is a waltz I wrote called, "Mighty Hard Climb". Audio and video recording by Ernest Tokay. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F79hTNFLtNCPnsI6MaUf8GK5VpvXIMcw/view?usp=sharing
HEIDI HOFFECKER - We were all very saddened to hear of the passing of our longtime friend and fan Heidi Hoffecker. Heidi started coming out to see us play way back in the early nineties. She was a young soul who was always the first person on the dance floor. Heidi would break the ice with her spirited movements and inspire others to be just as free. She showed folks that it was OK to let go and embrace the music and soon the dance floor would be filled. Her dancing was her art. Heidi was great and we miss her already.
That's all for now.
- Ranger Will
IN PASSING -
Byron Berline
Dusty Hill
Heidi Hoffecker
Michael Horowitz
Biz Markie
JULY 2021 -
30 - Fri - Nick's Lake House, Lake Harmony, PA 5:00 - 9:00
31 - Sat - The Grove, Malvern, PA 3:00 - 6:00
AUGUST 2021 -
1 - Sun - Garcia Birthday Tribute, Ed Rocks, Bethlehem 2:00 - 6:00
6 - Fri - 30 Main, Berwyn, PA 7:00 - 10:00
7- Sat, - Blue Bell Inn 7:00 - 10:00
8 - Sun - Private Party, Maryland 1:00 - 4:00
20 - Fri - Justins, Skippack, PA 7:00 - 10:00
21 - Sat - Fahy Fest, Schwenksville, PA 7:00 - 10:00
22 - Sun - Fitzwater Station, Mont Clare, PA 3:00 - 7:00
27 - Fri - Jack's Slice, Allentown, PA 7:00 -10:00
28 - Sat - Cedar Hollow Inn, Malvern PA 8:00 - 11:00
29- Sun - Bridgeport Rib House 5:00 - 8:00
Don't go straight, go forward.
