Tinner Hill

2011 Lineup and Schedule

Friday, June 10th
5:00 - 7:00	Author Spotlight - Booksigning & Reception Meet author Carol Boston Weatherford, author of "Becoming Billie Holiday" which she will present as an enchanting fictional verse memoir. This unique interaction combines elements of the novel, biography, oral history, persona poem, and a one-woman show into a unique genre in a perfect artsy setting. The evening will reflect Billie Holiday's sassy, soulful and sophisticated style. Free.	Stifel & Capra "Art & Ornament for your Wonderful Life" 260 West Broad St. Falls Church 703-533-3557
8:00	Tinner Hill Kick Off Concert with Steady Rollin' Bob Margolin with Daryl Davis and Guitar Shorty. Acclaimed blues guitarists Bob Margolin and Guitar Shorty take the stage for a night of gritty grooves and soulful rhythms. Tickets required.	The State Theatre 220 North Washington St. Falls Church (703) 237-0300
See schedule	Tinner Hill Portraits in Black and White; an original theatrical performance based on Falls Church early civil rights history with Piedmont style blues music, tickets required Thursday - Sunday, June 2-12 Showtimes: Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2pm and 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2pm and 6:00 pm	Creative Cauldron 410 South Maple Avenue Falls Church, VA
Saturday, June 11th
10:00	History of Women in the Blues This lively workshop presented by Gaye Adegbalola, co-founder of Saffire, the Uppity Blues Women. She traces the history of blues women from the 1920's to today - including Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, Rosetta Tharpe, Big Mama Thornton, Etta Baker, Etta James and many others. A spirited discussion is sure to follow when Adegbalola is joined by panelists Eleanor Ellis (re-eminent female acoustic blues guitarist), Dwandalyn Reece (Curator of Music and Performing Arts Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture), Inga Watkins (Attorney at Law/Mediator, Educator/Trainer) and Charisma Wooten (Mary's First Child, a. d., actor, vocalist and educator). Free.	Falls Church Community Center 223 Little Falls St. Falls Church
11:30	Story Teller & Sock Puppet Workshop Featured book: "One Shoe Blues" written by Sandra Boynton	Mary Riley Styles Library 120 North Virginia Avenue
All Day	Fun, live blues, vendors and delicious food, plus ethnic food on site! Big Daddies BBQ.
8:00 – Noon	Early Bird Blues @ Farmers Market Free	City Hall Parking Lot 300 Park Ave. Falls Church
11:00 – 5:00	Games, Blues Books, Instruments - fun for families and kids. KIDZ BLUEZ in the Big Red Tent. Kidz Pull Strings led by Kristin Snyder Gomez one of the most fun, versatile musicians in the country. Choo Choo Charlie, this sizzling classic blues harp player with a little touch of Louisiana style presents an interactive Harmonica workshop suitable for kids of all ages (and adults) and skill levels. Can't go wrong with this one, no matter how old or young you are. Bring your own harmonica or purchase onsite. Free.	Big Red Tent Cherry Hill Park
11:00 – 5:00	Cherry Hill Farm Visit this 1845 family farmhouse, open for tours, special kids activities. Free.	Cherry Hill Farmhouse 312 Park Ave. Falls Church (703) 248-5171
Noon - 8:15	Saturday Concert in the Park Tickets required for a full day of live blues music!! $10.00 general admission, Headline Pass $20.00. Tickets may be purchased online or at the park on the day of event! Instead of looking for a good seat, choice seating is available prior to any Headline Event! You can purchase a Headline Pass for $20 that allows you to come to the event and be assured a seat. It also allows you to leave the event and return to your designated seat. . . Passes may be purchased online and at Park entry (based on availability). Look for the Headline Event passes sign at the park or online. Passes will not be mailed. You should arrive at least 10 minutes in advance to starting time, or the preferences become limited to the rear of the designated area. A spot will still be held for all Headline Pass Holders! Passes are transferable to another person, but not valid on any other event than the one purchased. Cherry Hill is a Family Friendly park. It is a smoke free area and only alcoholic beverages PURCHASED ON SITE WILL BE ALLOWED! Performance times may vary!	Cherry Hill Park 312 Park Ave. Falls Church
Noon	Opening Welcome with Ed Henderson and Greg Woodyard.	Cherry Hill Park
12:10	Yorktown Youth Band, swinging hot youth band.	Kidz Bluez Blues Tent Cherry Hill Park
12:25	Tinner Hill History	Cherry Hill Park
12:30 - 1:30	Pony Rides $4.00 each	Cherry Hill Park
12:35	Curtis Blues This unmistakable acoustic Delta Blues legend is a one man band (& musical historian) whose performance will have you looking for the other 8 band members. He'll have the whole park rocking!	Cherry Hill Park
1:10	Dear Editor Contest prize winners presented. Co-sponsored by the Washington Post Newspaper.	Cherry Hill Park
1:30	Pluckerland Band with Paul Cleague One of the hottest new bands in the metro DC area! Their get up on your feet & dance urban blues, up tempo blues fusion style is trully funky!	Cherry Hill Park
2:00	Film Screening: "John Jackson; A Blues Treasure" Award-winning short documentary film on the life and music of John Jackson. Free.	Falls Church Community Center 223 Little Falls St. Falls Church (703) 248-5077
2:00	Tinner Hill: Portraits in Black and White Original theatrical performance based on Falls Church early civil rights history with Piedmont style blues music.	Creative Cauldron 410 South Maple Ave. Falls Church
2:20	Tom Principato, this globe trotting guitar master will raise the temperature or cool it down, depending on how he feels. The music becomes simply putty in his magical fingers! His sophisticated playing places him up there with blues legends the world over! Promises to raise the roof...	Cherry Hill Park
3:10	Tinner Hill: Portraits in Black and White Original theatrical performance based on Falls Church early civil rights history with Piedmont style blues music.	Creative Cauldron 410 South Maple Ave. Falls Church
3:30	Deanna Bogart & Band	Cherry Hill Park
4:00	Film Screening: "John Jackson; A Blues Treasure" Award-winning short documentary film on the life and music of John Jackson. Free.	Falls Church Community Center 223 Little Falls St. Falls Church (703) 248-5077
4:25	Gaye Adegbalola	Cherry Hill Park
5:20	Nadine Rae	Cherry Hill Park
5:50	BBQ Cook Off Awards Presentation BBQ Cook Off organized by Hands On Events. Find out who does the BBQ best in Fairfax County! Sign up now »	Cherry Hill Park
6:00	Film Screening: "John Jackson; A Blues Treasure" Award-winning short documentary film on the life and music of John Jackson. Free.	Falls Church Community Center 223 Little Falls St. Falls Church (703) 248-5077
6:00	Patty Reese	Cherry Hill Park
6:30	Ladies Singing the Blues Blues like You've never heard it before, with 4 of the nation's most outstanding blues diva's: Deanna Bogart, (This noted master keyboardist is one of most highly regarded musicians in the nation, a multi award winner noted for her pure heavenly blusion), Nadine Rae (her silky voice have been dubbed simply "the voice"), Patty Reese (this powerhouse vocalist soulful expression led to seven WAMMIES) and Gaye Adegbalola (an amazing voice, with an inexhaustable energy, humor and wisdom, founder of Saffire Uppity Blues Women, known the world over).	Cherry Hill Park
7:30	Tinner Hill: Portraits in Black and White Original theatrical performance based on Falls Church early civil rights history with Piedmont style blues music.	Creative Cauldron 410 South Maple Ave. Falls Church
7:30	Jr. Bynum & the Groove Masters Get ready for some of the best musicians in the Baltimore/DC/Northern VA area. Their deep groove blues will have you snapping your fingers, moving your feet and nodding their heads with the music!	Cherry Hill Park
Sunday, June 12th
11:00 – 3:00	Blues Brunch, Tribute & Jam at Bangkok Blues, the regions premiere blues club! Featuring the Archie Barbershop Musicians and a delectable brunch to cap off a weekend of blues! Fee.	Bangkok Blues 926 W. Broad St. (Rt. 7) Falls Church
2:00 & 6:00	Tinner Hill: Portraits in Black & White Tickets required original theatrical performance based on Falls Church early civil rights history with Piedmont style blues music.	Creative Cauldron 410 South Maple Ave. Falls Church

PROGRAM SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Directions and Lodging

Cherry Hill Park
312 Park Avenue
Falls Church, VA 22046

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All Blues, All Weekend,
All Over Town

La Cote D’or Café
6876 Lee Highway, Arlington (East Falls Church)

Featuring Roosevelt Smith

This cozy French Restaurant serves only the finest and freshest ingredients each time it prepares a unforgettable meal. This charming spot is the perfect location for quiet romantic evening after a day of blues.

Dogwood Tavern
132 W. Broad Street

June 11 - Featuring Deja Blue

It's a cozy, family-friendly, neighborhood place in the heart of Falls Church has great food, great nachos, good beer, good service, and great decor. Lots of options to choose from--salads, wraps, sandwiches, burgers, and classic dinner entrees, live entertainment, lots of flat screens will make it a favorite and don’t miss the waffle fries!

Clare and Don’s Beach Shack
130 N. Washington St.

June 10 - CP Blues, 7:00
June 11 - Deck Party!! With D.C. Three, 7:00 On The Patio
June 12 - Special Blues Sunday Show, 1:00 till 4:00, Steve Smith On the deck!!

A taste of Florida right in the heart of Falls Church City. Right next door to the State Theatre, the perfect place to unwind with a happy hour at the bar or eat a delicious meal on our sunny restaurant patio. The Beach Shack offers a widely varied menu featuring fresh seafood, great fish and chips, creative vegetarian selections and a little something for everyone Tinner Hill Blues Week!!

Stifel & Capra
260 West Broad Street

June 10 - Opening Reception, Carol Boston Weatherford, author of Becoming Billie Holiday, Reception and Book signing, 5-7

Art and ornament for your wonderful life. Eclectic mix of original art created by local artists, vintage items.

Red, White and Bleu
127 S. Washington Street

June 10-12 - Blues weekend special: Gruner Veltliner tasting and samples of a fabulous current stock of Bleu cheeses.

A wine & gourmet food shop.

Bangkok Blues
926 W. Broad Street

Blues ALL WEEKEND plus Sunday Blues Brunch on June 12th from 11:00 to 3:00 so make your reservations now. The brunch will be featuring the Archie Edwards Barbershop Musicians - no cover charge.

Asian restaurant, featuring delicious thai food, and blues bar with live entertainment

Creative Cauldron
410 South Maple Ave.

June 2 through June 12, Show times: Thursdays and Fridays at 7:30 pm, Saturdays at 2pm and 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2pm and 6:00 pm
Original work of theater based on the personal stories of local Falls Church residents who played significant roles in an on-going struggle for civil rights.

Theatre, Performing and visual arts.

Mad Fox Brewing Company
The Exclusive Tinner Hill Blues Festival Beer!
444 W. Broad Street
(703) 942-6840

Saturday night blues show, featuring Eleanor Ellis, one of the best blues guitarist in the region!

Makes all of their own food and beer from scratch on-site in their own kitchen and brewery from the best fresh and local ingredients. Great food, fun atmosphere.