While our American neighbours were dashing about spending money on what is known as 'Black Friday', Cindy and Paul were here at Bondi, enjoying the peace and quiet -- and the snow! It was a most White Friday up here!
They dropped into Deerhurst, just to check out the pub, and found themselves transported. The 32nd Annual Central Ontario Bluegrass Awards were taking place -- as they do on this weekend every year. The place was just jumping with musicians.
Sitting, listening, they found themselves enfolded into the 'family' that is the Bluegrass tradition. As old friends arrived, instruments in hand, the place filled up with cheery greetings and even cheerier music, everybody taking part, just jamming. A gentleman came to sit next to Paul. "See that guy over there? He's the best guitar player in the world."
It was a warm, welcoming occasion, and it blew our guests away. They came back just raving about the experience.
The Central Ontario Bluegrass Association is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Bluegrass and Old-time music throughout Central Canada. If you aren't familiar with Bluegrass, you can give a little listen to Concession 23, one of MANY groups performing at the awards at Deerhurst.
Just when you thought it was winter in Ontario, turns out that around the corner at Deerhurst, it's really time for the Bluegrass to Grow in Nashville...
Who knew??? Put this on your calendar for next year. It's a great time for everyone.
What an experience! Doesn't it just speak to the fact that sometimes the most wonderful things are unplanned.
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