mexicoliving - 3-1-2009 at 04:52 PM
San Felipe International Blues & Arts Fiesta
Saturday March 28th, 10AM - 11PM
San Felipe, Baja California, - For three years Blues & Arts has been bringing bring the community of San Felipe together to help one another. The
San Felipe International Blues & Arts Fiesta is a presentation of San Felipe BC Lions Club and Mexico Living.
This is a charity fundraiser and all the funds go the community; its medical needs, the needs of the children and less fortunate families. Last year,
because of this event, the Lions Club was able to provide over a half million dollars in medical equipment to the clinics and doctors in San Felipe.
They also have free eye clinics scheduled throughout the year in a joint effort of the Lions Club, California Optical and The Flying Samaritans of
Modesto, California; and with the help of a large donation by the San Felipe Rotary, they are dispensing to those in need and unable to afford quality
vision care, optical exams and glasses.
The main project is “The Sonshine Hacienda.” The Sonshine Hacienda is a work in progress to provide a home for children at risk because of abuse,
neglect, abandonment or who have been orphaned. It will provide a home for 50 children and help them to grow to be physically, mentally and
spiritually stronger.
The Flying Samaritans is another project made possible by this event. The Flying Samaritans is group of dedicated doctors, nurses and pilots that fly
to San Felipe three times a year to donate their time and expertise, at their own expense, to help those in need. This year they did hundreds of eye
examinations and dispensed more than 740 pairs of eyeglasses and performed 47 surgical procedures, all free of charge.
All of this and more is made possible by funds raised at the Blues & Arts Fiesta, so when people listen to the award-winning blues bands and
exploring the vast array of art and sculpture, they can feel good that this amazing event is being made possible by them.
2009 BAND LINEUP:
Agave Blues
A talented group of players with a mix of original and favorites, delivered with polish and style. San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico.
Johnny Mastro & Mama’s Boys
It’s easy to understand why these guys have been past winners of LA Music Awards ‘Best Blues Band’; they are hard-hitting blues the way it’s meant to
be played.
The Backwater Blues Band
The Backwater Blues Band is one of San Diego’s premiere Blues Bands.
Michele Lundeen & Blues Streak
Dubbed the "The Queen of Steam," this dynamic entertainer and her band lay down hot rockin’ roadhouse blues, classic R&B and funky soul to get you
all worked up. Multiple San Diego Music Awards "Blues Blues" Nominees.
Shelle Blue
Shelle has entertained in the San Diego area for over 15 years with her upbeat and sultry rhythm and blues sounds. She’ll get the party rolling and
keep it going all night long...
Mofo Party Band
Old-school Chicago Blues and West Coast Jump. The MoFo Party Band is known for its energetic live performances and dynamic stage presence.
Lisa Cee
Rockin’ Blues with a funky edge. Lisa Cee’s vocals and soul keep her audience tuned in and turned on until the very last note is played. Lisa Cee
recently sang with the remaining three members of the Doors.
Vatos Locos
A San Felipe rockin' blues trio are veterans of all past three fiesta's and winners of the 2008 Mexico Readers poll.
Chet and The Committee
Chet and The Committee were nominated Best Blues Band 2007 and again for 2008 by San Diego Music Awards Association. Thanks for voting us as San
Diego's blues band!
Gino Matteo & The Family Funk
Gino was named "Best Blues Guitarist on the West Coast" at the Guitar Center Hollywood during the "King of the Blues" Competition in June 2006. From
there he went on to Chicago to compete and open for B.B. King. He is quickly carving out a name for himself as one of the finest guitarists in the
country.
11 award winning blues bands from the US and two from Mexico, a variety of works from 60 talented artists, from across southwestern US and northwest
Mexico, plus delicious food choices and cold drinks aplenty. An outdoor concert and art event like no other, held in San Felipe BC at the Baseball
Field beginning at 10:00 am with bands playing until 11:00 pm.
Tickets are only $20 for the event for general admission and you can bring your lawn chairs. Or if the VIP treatment is your choice, have it all
brought to you while you relax under umbrellas in your box seats near center stage in the VIP section. VIP Sponsorship packages and general admission
tickets are available online at www.bluesandarts.com as is all the information on travel, accommodations, border crossing and more.
This event has provide a unique opportunity to help people and a community while listening to amazing music and see spectacular art, but most
importantly be a part of something as special as this event and the good that comes from it.
3rd Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta, an event that changes lives through music and art. Plan now. Order your tickets today for an event you won't want
to miss.
VISIT OR WEBSITE: www.bluesandarts.com
LAST YEARS PHOTOS:
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Photo Gallery 43rd Annual Blues & Arts Fiesta