Empowerment Drumming for Schools--Festival of Learnshops -
2-5 pm
204 N. Broadway Berea KY
Price: $30
For teachers, parents, counselors and administrators looking for a research-based method for empowering students, staff and at risk populations. No prior drumming experience necessary. Drums provided. A maximum of 20 participants.
Blues, Boogie and Roots Concert(with EG Kight) -
7 pm
6906 Plainfield Road Cincinnati OH 45236 513-923-1414 for info
Price: $15/sliding scale
Womensway of OH/KY and Women Writing for a Change partner on this summer concert series. We are happy to share the night with Georgia Songbird, EG Kight.
Swing Canaries, Harmony Sisters, and Folk Divas -
7:30 pm
1028 Scott St Covington KY 41011 US
Price: Subscriptions available for season now!
We are excited to kick off Carnegie's "In Concert" series for the 2013-14 season. Subscriptions available now at Carnegie's website. Choirs, big bands and the wonderful Nancy James are also on board for the season.
Flying Pig Viewing Party on the Lawn -
7-9:30 am
2950 Gilbert Avenue Cincinnati OH
We'll be singing the runners on from the porch of the Harriet Beecher Stowe House with some 19th Century songs and other peppy tunes. Hope there's lots of coffee!
We will reprise our pre-show Civil War music for Falcon Theater's production of "Soldier, Come Home" to be presented for the New Richmond Historical Society in the town's Presbyterian Church. Special event for celebration of Grant's Birthday Weekend.
Soldier, Come Home -
7 pm
901 East 6th Street Newport KY 41071
Price: free tickets (must reserve)
Commemorate the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War as you engage in the lives of one family dealing with the hardships and heartaches of war. Falcon Theater Company presents Soldier, Come Home, a play based on historic Civil War Letters of Mary Luke Pringle, her husband Philip W. Pringle, and family members, written 1859-1865. The letters were adapted for the stage by Maine playwright Frank W. Wicks, great grandson of Philip and Mary Pringle.
To set the mood for the play, Civil War era music will be performed by Raison D'Etre prior to the opening scene. The talented trio is juried and listed among artists in the Kentucky Arts Council's Performing Arts Directory.
Soldier, Come Home will be directed by Falcon's Clint Ibele. The Library wishes to thank Falcon Theater and its members for the time and talent invested to bring the production to the Library and to our community.
The event is free and open to the public; however, free tickets must be requested in advance. Please phone 859.781.6166, x31 to request your tickets; or, click the link at the top of this description to request tickets online.
Our bandstand caroling stint is re-scheduled for this closer-to-Christmas date. Hope to see a few revelers in the park!
Wednesday, December 19th, 2012
Blue Ash Nursing Care
Christmas Belles -
6 pm
4900 Cooper Rd. Cincinnati
Price: for residents
Saturday, December 8th, 2012
Hair Taylor's
Holiday Open House at the New Location -
3-6 pm
HIghland Plaza Ft.Thomas KY 41075 859-781-1001
Caroling for Rosanne and Bob's new shop location grand opening at the Highland Plaza(right off Highland Ave near the Grand Ave. intersection.) There will be raffles, tarot readings, snacks and lots of cheer.
Various choirs will carol at the bandstand in Washington Park from 6-8 pm throughout December. Our trio will sing carols and secular surprises from our CD, "Christmas Belles" from 7-8 pm.
Roberta will be reading with other writers published in Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel, No. 15
Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel, a literary journal focusing on writers from the Appalachian mountains, has been a regular publication of the Southern Appalachian Writers Cooperative since 1984. Its current issue, Volume 15, “The Mountains Have Come Closer,” honors the social and literary legacy of writer Jim Wayne Miller and his alter ego, “The Brier.”Co-editors Pauletta Hansel and Michael Henson and others published in this issue, including Karen GeorgeSusan Glassmeyer, Matthew Haughton, Charlie G. Hughes, Jay McCoy, Chrissie Anderson Peters, Rhonda Pettit,Dale Marie Prenatt and Roberta Schultz, will read their work on Friday, November 2 at Aquarius Star Om Café, 329 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati at 8 pm. Info about Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel is available at swaconline.org, Facebook or by emailing pmsg.journal@gmail.com. Readers are:
Karen George, author of Into the Heartland (Finishing Line Press, 2011), is a recipient of grants from Kentucky Foundation for Women and Kentucky Arts Council. She holds an MFA in Writing from Spalding University.
Susan Glassmeyer is the mother of Little Pocket Poetry (http://www.LittlePocketPoetry.Org) and author of Body Matters and Cook's Luck. Susan would like our next president to ask Naomi Shihab Nye to read her poems at the United Nations.
Richard Hague's During The Recent Extinctions: New & Selected Poems, is forthcoming from Dos Madres Press.
Pauletta Hansel, co-editor of Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel, is the author of four books of poetry and current Writer in Residence at Thomas More College.
Matthew Haughton is the author of Stand in the Stillness of Woods (forthcoming, WordTech Editions). His chapbook, Bee-coursing Box (Accents Publications) was nominated for the Weatherford Award for Appalachian Poetry Book of the Year.
Michael Henson is author of two books of fiction and three of poetry. His novella, Tommy Perdue, is due shortly from MotesBooks. He is co-editor of Pine Mountain Sand & Gravel.
Charlie G. Hughes is the co-editor of Groundwater: Contemporary Kentucky Fiction, editor of The Kentucky Literary Newsletter, a biweekly e-mail newsletter, and author ofBody and Blood (2010) and Shifting for Myself (2002), volumes of poems.
Jay McCoy draws inspiration for his writing from his vibrant family history. He co-founded the Teen Howl Poetry Series, a monthly youth open-mic series, and teaches creative writing at Lexington’s Carnegie Center.
Chrissie Anderson Peters is the author of the recently-published Dog Days and Dragonflies. She hails from the mountains of southern Appalachia and loves "digging up dead people".
Rhonda Pettit, author of “The Global Lovers”, teaches creative writing and literature at UC Blue Ash, and is editor of the Blue Ash Review.
Dale Marie Prenatt studied theatre in the mountains, has performed as a storyteller and writes poetry. Her work has been featured on the nationally syndicated "Snap Judgment" storytelling program on NPR."
Roberta Schultz is a principal songwriter for the Kentucky women’s trio, Raison D’Etre who have 8 recordings and one live concert DVD to their credit.
Tuesday, October 30th, 2012
Mt. Notre Dame Health Care
Sister Acts -
2 pm
699 E. Columbia Avenue Cincinnati OH 45215
I Sing the Body Electric, Scientific, and Historic -
9 am-noon
204 North Broadway Berea KY 40403
Price: $30
Roberta leads this PD Session designed especially for teachers, arts specialists, and teaching artists. How to bring your content alive through songwriting.
Java, Jive, July! -
7:30-9:30 pm
Northbend & Hamilton Rd. College Hill OH US
Price: Never a cover...
but tips for the performer's jar are encouraged by the management. We return to our favorite coffee establishment with a few new songs and probably a few new stories.
Clarke Buehling: Master of the Banjo -
7 pm
622 West Johns Hill Road Wilder KY 41076 859-781-3094
Price: $10 donation appreciated for the artist
Join us at the Wilder Ranch House for one of our rare house concerts featuring the old time banjo stylings of Clarke Buehling(The Skirt Lifters, The Old 78's.) Clarke makes banjos and shares a wealth of knowledge about the instrument's role in American history at every performance. Raison D'Etre will open with a few hits from the 19th Century.
Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by June 29 so we know how many refreshments to have ready. Our space is limited by parking.
RSVP at the phone number above or by e-mailing robertaschultz75@gmail.com
Kentucky Crafted: the Market -
2:30 pm
Lexington KY
Price: $10
Roberta leads a HealthRhythms drum circle. No experience necessary. Drums provided. Experience your power to make music! Pre-register online for $5 and get a discount on your Market admission ticket.
We're playing for one of the most beautiful craft shows in the US(voted number 1 for many years.) We'll be in the Kentucky Arts Council's booth for this set.
Wednesday, February 29th, 2012
Mokka
Newport Business Association Meeting -
6-9 pm
5th and Monmouth Newport KY 41071
We're playing a set for this hard-working group that supports local business.
Macy's Arts Sampler -
1:30 pm
411 Wessel Drive Fairfield OH 45014 US
Price: free
Roberta leads a HealthRhythms Empowerment drum circle. Drop by and have some fun while pounding the stress right out of your life. Drums provided. No prior skill necessary.
Raison D'Etre Unchained: Shop Locally -
noon-2 pm
Newport on the Levee(Kentucky Pickens) Newport KY 41071
Price: free
Supporting the local shops that make holiday shopping fun and personal. Need an autographed CD, gift basket, Kentucky Proud product, interesting book about NKY? Visit Bev and Peggie at this great shop in it's cool location right next to the Purple People Bridge. Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and snacks while you browse, shop and listen.
Swing Canaries at the Candlelight Tour -
6:45-7:30 pm
100 West Broadway Frankfort KY 40601
Friday, November 4th, 2011
Stan's on the River
Shaped by Water Artist Gathering -
10:00-noon
1501 Ford Rd. Winchester KY 40391 (859) 527-3146
Price: $30 donations accepted onsite
Roberta will be offering a songwriting workshop adjunct to the Shaped by Water Artist Gathering which will begin at 9:30 am in Richmond, KY at the Center for Appalachian Studies, 300 Summit Street and move to Stan's on the River for workshops and brunch, then wind up with and presentations by Alan Banks, Silas House and Jason Howard.
Morning arts workshops(from 10-noon) include watercolor with Pat Banks, poetry with Judy Sizemore, and songwriting with Roberta Schultz. Contact Judy Sizemore to register:
Bicentennial of Steamboatin' -
2-3 pm
10021 Lower River Rd. Rabbit Hash KY 41005 US 859-586-7744
Price: Donations accepted
Rabbit Hash Historical Society will be celebrating the first trip of a steamboat on the Ohio River with music, food, talks and demonstrations. Festival runs from 12-6 pm.
Motes Books has scheduled a reading for their new anthology of MOTIF right after editor, Marianne Worthington's Third Sunday Poetry workshop. Roberta will perform her song, "The Papers," which is published in the third edition of MOTIF.
To sign up for the poetry workshop(2-4 pm,) go to this site:
Family Night at the Park
236 Walnut Avenue Lakeside OH 43440
Saturday, August 6th, 2011
Women Writing for a Change
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming -
1:00 pm
6906 Plainfield Road Cincinnati OH 45236 513-923-1414 for info
Price: $10 donation for the whole day
Womensway is sponsoring a day of healing with drums, readings, and a talk from Mary Pierce Brosmer. Doors open at 12:30. Drums at 1:00(no experience necessary, drums provided.) Readings at 2 pm. Mary Pierce Brosmer talk at 3. Closing circle. Feel free to bring your own drum or instrument if you like.
Tuning Up Your Songwriting Toolbox -
2-5 pm
Berea KY
Price: $15 participant fee
Roberta is offering a three-hour workshop for songwriters at the Berea Festival of Learnshops. Looking for a fun week of activities for vacation where your whole family can be creative?
Check out this wonderful week in Berea. Or even for a weekend.
Appalachian Opry -
7 pm
20322 US 33 Wapakoneta OH 45895 US 419-568-1220
Price: $10.00
We're guesting on Wapakoneta's answer to Hee-Haw, Midwestern Hayride, and the Opry. We're gonna sing about coal mining, dogs, rain and heartbreak. I think we've got that covered.
Roberta leads a HealthRhythms drum session for ArtsWave.
Come experience the fun of recreational drumming for wellness. Drums provided for a circle of up to 20 participants. No experience necessary. 2011 ArtsWave Sampler Weekends® sponsored by Macy's.
Hearts Content--A Valentine Concert -
7 pm
802 York Street Newport KY 41071 513-474-8711 for tickets!
Price: $15
Raison D'Etre and Footlighters Concerts Series present an intimate evening at the Stained Glass Theatre. Treat your Valentine to a special concert in a beautiful theatre.
Benefit for Danny Wilson -
3 pm--???
12200 Madison Pike Independence KY 41051-9771 (859)356-1440
Price: $10.00
Lots of bands, lots of raffles, buffet and lots of love!
$10 admission includes buffet provided by Peecox II
Band schedule at this time-
Mojo River 4 - 4:30
Raison D'Etre 4:45 - 5:15
Ca$h Ownly 5:30 - 6
Foxfire Reunion - 2 or 3 songs
Woodnote 6:15 - 6:45
Downtown County Band 7- 7:30 (not confirmed)
Hook & Queen w/ Dan Nader 7:45 - 8:15
Kentucky Myle
6 Pack (not confirmed)
Bobby Heck w/ Crosstie
Cross-tie
Open Jam
Balluminaria -
4-5:30 pm
Eden Park--Mirror Lake Cincinnati OH US
We warm up the gathering crowd with carols as the hot air balloons begin to light up the lake!
A Journey with Drums and Wellness -
12-2 pm
411 East 10th Street Newport KY 41071
Price: free
Roberta Schultz, trained HealthRhythms facilitator and long time lover of drums, talks about her personal journey with drums and invites you to do some recreational wellness drumming with her. There will be a few drums and percussion instruments on premises for participation. The space is small. Bring your own drum if it can be hand-held or will take up no more space than you and a chair.
Leo Coffee House -
7:30 pm
Zion United Church of Christ Norwood OH US
Price: $3/members free
Doors open at 7pm for Open mic sets, then Raison D'Etre plays from 7:30-8 pm. Featured act, The Cincinnati Dancing Pigs, goes up at 8:15.
A popular jam begins at 5 pm.
OAPN(October 24-26)
Columbus OH
Roberta is representing Raison D'Etre at Ohio Arts Presenters Network Conference. Drop by the exhibit hall if you're registered for the conference.
SERFA Conference Oct. 14-16 -
11:00 pm
Mountain View AR 72560 US
Raison D'Etre is in the Texas Sugarbaby Showcase Room. Yee-ha!
Final day of showcases, workshops, and jams. Heading home on the 17th!
SERFA Conference Oct. 14-16
Mountain View AR 72560 US
Day Two of workshops, showcases, and jams.
Hosting the "Old Kentucky Home" Showcase in our cabin.
Guest performers include:
Hannah's Whirl
Andy Cohen
Clint Alphin
Janne Henshaw
Friction Farm
SERFA Conference
Mountain View AR 72560 US
Heading over to the beautiful Ozarks for the 2010 SERFA Conference! We're very excited to have an official showcase at around 10:15 pm Thursday.
Wednesday, October 13th, 2010
Mason Christian
The Story Behind the Song -
2 pm
Mason OH
Roberta's solo show about interesting back stories and the American Songbook.
Motes Books Reading for Cincinnati Authors -
7:30 pm
1311 Main Street Cincinnati OH 45202 US (513) 542-0195
Roberta has song lyrics published in this great anthology. Other readers include Pauletta Hansel, Marianne Worthington, Mary Anne Reese, Richard Hague and Michael Henson.
Solatido: the Musical(with Mike Craver) -
7pm
New Switzerland NC
We do a show with performing songwriter, Mike Craver in the Wild Acres auditorium. Table Rock Writers and other workshop participants plus the New Switzerland Community in attendance.
SoLaTiDo Southern Singer Songwriter Workshop
New Switzerland NC
Roberta heads up the mountain for five days with the Solatido group and instructor Mike Craver.
Dog Days of Summer Art Fair -
noon-5pm
10021 Lower River Rd. Rabbit Hash KY 41005 US 859-586-7744
We're just minding the booth today. Come on by and say howdy!
Dog Days of Summer Art Fair -
10:00 am- 5 pm
10021 Lower River Rd. Rabbit Hash KY 41005 US 859-586-7744
Quality craftsmanship and merchandise. Handcrafted original work. We're minding the Raison D'Etre Family Crafts booth for the fair all day and playing some tunes from 1-2:45 pm!
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010
Walton Senior Center
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming -
10:30 am
44 N. Main Street Walton KY
Roberta leads wellness drumming.
Bring your lunch and come on down to the Square for some tunes. Tommy Hansen plays from 11:45-12:15 with Raison D'Etre to follow.
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Walton Senior Center
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming
44 N. Main Street Walton KY
Roberta facilitates wellness drumming circle. Registration through Walton Senior Center.
Motes Books Gathering of Writers and Songwriters -
noon
Loveland OH
Motes Books' Gathering comes together in southwestern Ohio for sessions in fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and songwriting led by Kate Larken, Anne Shelby, Pauletta Hansel, and Jason Howard with Roberta Schultz as guest presenter for songwriting.
Register by July 12 at Motes Books website. The retreat lasts from July 16-July 18 at Grailville Retreat Center. Open to men and women. Dorm lodging and great meals included in the registration price.
Thursday, July 15th, 2010
SEM Haven
The Story Behind the Song -
2 pm
Cincinnati OH
This is Roberta's solo program featuring interesting back stories for several American songs.
Sounds of America: a Tapestry of Music and Song -
2 pm
Cincinnati OH
Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
Walton Senior Center
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming -
10:30 am
44 N. Main Street Walton KY
Roberta facilitates wellness drumming. Registration is through Walton Senior Center.
Swing Canaries -
12:00 noon
Union Terminal Cincinnati OH 45203 US 513.287.7000
Heritage Tours Luncheon
Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
Walton Senior Center
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming -
10:30 am
44 N. Main Street Walton KY
Roberta leads wellness drumming circle. Registration through Walton Senior Center.
Friday, June 25th, 2010
SEM Terrace Milford
Songs of the Old West -
1:30 pm
Milford OH
Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010
Green Township Senior Center
Songs of the Old West -
7 pm
Green Township OH
Monday, June 21st, 2010
Sycamore Senior Center
Sister Acts -
1 pm
Blueash OH
Friday, June 18th, 2010
The Lodge
Cowgirl Duo -
11:30
Cincinnati OH
Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
Walton Senior Center
HealthRhythms Empowerment Drumming -
10:30 am
44 N. Main Street Walton KY
Register through the Senior Center for this bi-weekly wellness drumming. No prior skill necessary. Drums provided.
Spring Concert at the Haus -
noon-2 pm
411 East 10th Street Newport KY 41071
We're playing two sets in-store amid the best in Kentucky crafts, books, art, and gifts.
Mayfest Arts Fair -
5 pm
Lexington KY
We'll be on the Carnegie Stage for an hour set for this Literary, Performing, and Visual Arts Festival in Gratz Park.
Java, Jive, Joy! -
7:30-9:30 pm
Northbend & Hamilton Rd. College Hill OH US
Price: Never a cover...
but tips are encouraged by the management.
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
Women of Substance Radio
Folk Show Thursday Evenings -
7-8 pm Eastern
California US
"The Hard Truth" is featured on Women of Substance Radio this winter @ 7-8 pm Eastern Time.
Give this great station a listen:
Holiday Walk -
6-8 pm
Madison Avenue Cincinnati OH US
Caroling through O'Bryonville on Madison Avenue during the historic village's Holiday Walk. Lots of unique shopping!
Mini-classes in poetry, belly dancing, tap dancing, wine tastings, food talks, tours, a feast and Raison D'Etre...all in celebration and support of Grailville's 65th!
Event is SOLD OUT!
Garden Party for Womensway -
1-8 pm
4125 Bluerock Road Cincinnati OH 45247 513-923-1414
Price: $10 single/$7 Senior/$20 family
EG Kight returns to headline the Garden Party!
Line-up:
1 pm--Raison D'Etre
2:00pm--Tracy Walker
3:00 pm--Jake Speed and the Freddies
4:00 pm--EG Kight, the Georgia Songbird
Food, games, fun!
Proceeds benefit WomenswayOhio/Kentucky
All set times are approximate...it's a party, folks!
Golden Girls of the West/Raison D'Etre Show -
1:30-3:30 pm
Mt. Orab OH
Price: $10 adults/$6 children 6-12
Opening Weekend of the Festival! Download an entertainment schedule so you can take in all the fun...
Kids 5 and under are admitted free, so bring your little buckaroos!
2009 Old West Festival Schedule
Take route 32 East and watch for the signs!
Edensong Summer Concerts -
8 pm
1600 Art Museum Dr. Cincinnati OH 45202 513-321-8375
Price: free
http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1600+Eden+Park+Drive+Cincinnati+OH+45206
Show Time: 8-10PM
Tickets: Free to public
Rain or Shine!
Line-up for that evening:
Rubber Knife Gang
Rabbit Hash String Band
Raison D'Etre
The Tillers
Ricky Nye
Opening of FAMILY MATTERS exhibit and concert -
3:30 pm
932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland OH 45140-9742 513-683-2340
Price: Exhibit Opening is Free!
Art Across the Generations continues with an Opening Reception for FAMILY MATTERS@3:30 pm featuring art by Nativity Parish School art teacher, Mindy Burger and her K-8 students with musical entertainment by Raison D'Etre. A Mother's Day Feast follows at 5:30 pm($15/$10 child.)
Governor's Derby Day Celebration -
11:30 am
Frankfort KY
No more free breakfast...but the Festival continues from 8 am-noon with reasonably priced breakfast items(at $1 each) available!
Carla Gover in Concert -
8 pm
622 West John Hill Rd. Wilder KY 41076 859-781-3094
Price: $15.00 suggested donation
We're hosting Kerrville song writing winner and former member of Zoe Speaks, Carla Gover, for an intimate concert. Space is limited, so please call or e-mail with your reservation by April 6th. We'll e-mail directions and parking info with your confirmation.
For more info about Carla:
http://www.carlagover.com
Music Cafe 10th Anniversary Show -
8 pm
Hamilton OH
We're playing a set in support of our new CD, "Tales from the Tall Side."
The line-up...
Mark Cormican--7 pm
Eric Loy--7:30 pm
Raison D'Etre--8 pm
Jake Speed & the Freddies--8:30
Rooster Forbes--9:00
All times are approximate and subject to change. It's live.
Friday, March 20th, 2009
Otterbein Retirement Community
Sister Acts -
2:30 pm
Lebanon OH
Saturday, February 28th, 2009
Evendale Coffee House
Raison D'Etre in Concert -
7 pm
Evendale OH
We're playing two sets at this coffee house for members and guests of Adult Services programs, Evendale Recreation.
SWING CANARIES CD Release -
noon-2 pm
411 E. 10th Street Newport KY
Price: free
We're having a little release event for our SWING CANARIES CD at our favorite NKY shop. Get your CD signed, take part in a kazoo choir.
Thursday, February 5th, 2009
Insight Channel 6
Northern Kentucky Magazine -
10:00 am
Florence KY
We're going on our favorite cable-TV show to talk about our latest CDs with Nancy James. We'll also sing a few tunes from SWING CANARIES.
The segment airs live at 10:00 am and repeats at 3:00 pm and 9:00 pm. Catch it one more time on Sunday February 8th at 1 pm.
Thursday, January 29th, 2009
Otterbein Retirement
Sister Acts -
2:30 pm
Lebanon OH
Saturday, January 10th, 2009
Southgate House
One More Girl on a Stage -
8 pm
Newport KY
Price: $10.00 donation
Whole house show to benefit Komen Foundation. We're on at 8:30 in the Parlour.
O'Bryonville Business Association's Holiday Walk -
12:30-3 pm
Cincinnati OH
Saturday, November 22nd, 2008
Eden Park
Balluminaria -
4-5 pm
Cincinnati OH
We sing some holiday tunes a cappella before the balloons light up the night! Great time for some family fun in Cincy's beautiful park.
Friday, November 21st, 2008
Butler County Care Center
Songs of the Old West -
2 pm
1800 Princeton Rd. Hamilton OH 45011
Violet Rae and Roberta sing some cowgirl tunes with their guitars, mando, and a little percussion.
Thursday, November 13th, 2008
Hillebrand Nursing & Rehab
Story Behind the Song -
2:15
4320 Bridgetown Rd. Cincinnati OH
Solo show--Roberta
Leo Coffee House -
7 pm
Norwood OH
We're playing this great coffee house/showcase evening with Andy&Ian, Kyle Meadows and Tisa McGraw. Music begins at 7; we're up around 8:15. Who knows...there could be a jam!
Friday, November 7th, 2008
Clinton County Adult Day Center
Swing Canaries -
1pm
Wilmington OH
Friday, November 7th, 2008
Wilmington Nursing & Rehabilitation
Swing Canaries -
2:30 pm
Wilmington OH
Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
Falling Springs Recreational Center Theater
Kentucky on Stage -
1:47 pm
275 Beasley Drive Versailles KY
Performance showcase for the Kentucky Performing Arts Directory.
Showcases and exhibits from 11 am-6:30 pm.
Solatido
Little Switzerland NC
We'll be in the mountains, learning, writing and singing from Sept. 29-October 2.
SOLATIDO, a songwriting retreat, workshop and concert featuring the expertise of Carrie Newcomer!
Get Your Art On!/ETA Bookfair -
3 pm
Newport on the Levee Newport KY 41071
Price: Free
Part of Enjoy the Arts 20 Days/20 Nights Festival...click on the website link to access the voucher. A percentage of all books sold at this Barnes&Noble on Sept. 27-Sept. 28 will go to Enjoy the Arts!
CD Release Concert "Isn't it a Wonder?" -
1:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Cincinnati Museum Center Cincinnati OH
Roberta performs with other singer-songwriters from the Ceilidh Group's children's CD.
9-12 noon
Lexington KY
Day two of KAC Artist Training
Monday, July 21st, 2008
University of Kentucky
Kentucky Arts Council Artist Training -
Begins at noon
Lexington KY
Roberta will be attending the training sessions for the KAC Arts in Education Roster.
Summer Wine Festival -
5:30-7:30 pm
Felicity OH
We're setting up our family crafts booth featuring Rosanne's fiber art, Bruce's woodworking, Raison D'Etre recordings and DVDs, and Gary's hand-tied mallard minnows(fly-fishing lure!)
The festival runs from 4-11 pm on Friday. We're on stage at 5:30-7:30 pm.
Great crafts, good wine, friendly folks!
Anita Camarella & Davide Facchini In Concert -
8 pm
Wilder KY (859)781-3094
We are happy to host this Italian Duo direct from their "All Star Guitar Night" performance at the
Ryman Auditorium in Nashville.
Call for ticket info! Or e-mail us at
the Raison D'Etre website.
Braverself Preview -
noon-2 pm
411 E. 10th Street Newport KY 41071
Price: Free
We're playing two sets at this unique artisan center in Newport, KY which features the works of Kentucky artists, craftsmen, and musicians. We'll be breaking out all the tunes we're in the process of recording.
An Ohio Wine Tasting: A Tribute to Nicholas Longworth -
6-9 pm
Cincinnati OH 513-421-5707
Price: $35(SOLD OUT)
Nine Ohio wineries present their wines. Proceeds benefit Krohn Conservatory. Lecture on Eden Park's role in Ohio Wine History by Jim Fearing plus music...
RSVP by March 17.
$35 includes commemorative wine glass from Tiffany's and 9 tastes.
Kentucky Crafted: the Market -
1 pm
Louisville KY
Roberta and Vickie will do a "Two-Thirds" set at one of the most amazing arts and crafts shows in existence.
Harmonies Through the Ages -
8-3 pm
Paintsville KY
Roberta will be doing a music residency in Paintsville from January 14-January 25 made possible by a grant from the Kentucky Arts Council.
A Northern Kentucky New Year: -
9 & 11 pm
668 W. 5th Street Covington KY 41011 (859)491-1200, ext. 2214
Price: Dinner&Party--$89/couple
Featuring classical and the best of pop guitar music from Richard Goering during dinner( 8 pm)
Raison D'Etre show at 9 pm
Guitar master Greg Schaber plays
blues and originals from 10-11 pm.
Swing Canaries from 11- midnight. Sing in the New Year!
Java, Jive, Joy! -
7:30-9:30 pm
6128 Hamilton Ave. Cincinnati OH 45244 (513)542-2739
Come enjoy some holiday music and Raison D'Etre tunes with your coffee. Plus, this beautiful
establishment offers painless gift shopping while you relax. Eat, sip, chat, chill...sing along.
Tuesday, December 11th, 2007
Twin Towers Senior Living
Swing Canaries -
6:30 pm
5343 Hamilton Avenue Cincinnati OH
Songwriting Retreat#2
Prospect KY
We're going back to Hopscotch House, thanks to the Kentucky Foundation for Women, to work on arrangements for our newest songs.
Mountain Women Rising
Gambier OH
Roberta teams up with Omope Daboiku, Edna Gulley and Meredith Dean for a presentation of writings from THE APPALACHIAN WOMEN'S JOURNAL.
OAPN Conference
Newark OH
Roberta's attending the Ohio Arts Presenters Network Showcase and Booking Conference for Raison D'Etre. Come see her in the exhibit hall.
12 noon
Richwood KY
We're hanging out at the food court with instructions from Mike to play until our fingers fall off. So, that will mean a couple of hours, at least.
We're promoting literacy with this in-store concert. Come on out to browse and buy! Click on the venue name to download a voucher to present with your purchases on October 13 & 14. You will be helping Campbell County Family Literacy when you buy books!
8th Annual Artists Day Garden party -
noon-5 pm
114 East 7th Street Newport KY 41071 (859)655-9444
Seventh Street Gifts will be "taking it to the streets" for a real deal arts and music festival from noon-5 pm.
Raison D'Etre performs at noon, 2 and 4 pm. Belly dancing and drum circles at 1 and 3 pm. Plus, artists will be exhibiting their creations.
Support for this event comes from the Kentucky Arts Council and the Newport Business Association.
Summer Songwriter Series -
7:30 pm
Covington KY
Presented by the Rivertown Music Club, Cock and Bull British Pub and Dee Felice Cafe.
The Vinyltones inside the Pub at 10:30 pm.
Summer Festival -
3:00 pm
Felicity OH
We'll have our booth up during festival hours and will perform centrally at 3:00 pm.
Festival hours are from noon-9 pm.
Wine Festival/Opening -
noon-9 pm
Felicity OH
We're setting up our booth to play throughout the festival. Also selling handcrafted rugs and bags by sister, Rosanne Singleton and maybe a tongue drum or two from Bruce Ellis.
United States Social Forum -
1 pm
Atlanta GA
Roberta appears with "Mountain Women Rising," the performance piece created from APPALACHIAN WOMEN'S JOURNAL.
Meredith Dean, Edna Gulley, Omope Daboiku, Tinu Daboiku and Roberta make up the troupe this time for the United States Social Forum in Atlanta, Georgia.
Cincinnati Appalachian Festival
Cincinnati OH
We have a family crafts and music booth at the festival all three days: handcrafted tongue drums, quilted CD holders, and Raison D'Etre recordings.
Saturday, May 5th, 2007
Governor's Stage/Mansion Tent
The Governor's Derby Day Celebration -
10:30 am
Frankfort KY
Join the Governor and thousands of his close, personal friends at the breakfast to celebrate Kentucky's big day!
Fine Arts Fund Sampler Weekend -
12-1 pm
316 Pike Street Cincinnati OH
Price: Free
Sponsored by Macy's
Thursday, February 8th, 2007
Duke Energy
11:30-1:00
Cincinnati OH
Fine Arts Fund Campaign Kick-off for Duke Energy. We go on at about 12:35.
Wednesday, February 7th, 2007
Insight Channel 6
Northern Kentucky Magazine -
10:30-11:30 am
We're doing a ten minute segment on Nancy James' show with Beth Charlton of the Fine Arts Fund. The Fine Arts Fund Sampler Weekend will be the focus of the show. Airs live and later the same day.
7:30 pm
142 Crescent Avenue Louisville KY 40206 (502) 893-5381
Price: $12
We'll be taping before a live audience to air later on Louisville Public Radio. While the Kentucky Theatre is being renovated, "Kentucky Homefront" will take place at Crescent Hill Presbyterian Church.
Neighborhood Holiday Hop -
6-8 pm
411 East 10th Street Newport KY 41071 859-261-4287
Price: Free!
Take a tour of Newport's specialty shops for the holidays! We'll be caroling at one of the shops on your holiday stroll.
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006
Hayner House--Heritage Village
WGUC Membership Event -
5:30-7:45 pm
Sharon Woods Sharonville OH
We carol on the porch and then take it inside for a set for WGUC's fabulous membership!
We're doing an in-store performance at our favorite bookstore in Norwood.
Saturday, November 18th, 2006
Paul Sawyier Library
Grand Opening Weekend -
11 am
319 Wapping Street Frankfort KY 40601
Come see the new library!
Friday, November 17th, 2006
Playhouse in the Park
House Party -
6:15 pm-7:45
Cincinnati OH
Price: With admission to Playhouse
We're playing another lovely House Party at Cincinnati's Tony-winning Playhouse in the Park!
Wednesday, November 8th, 2006
Lakeside Presbyterian
Food for Thought
Lakeside Park KY
We are doing a program on "Music with a Cause" as part of this dinner/discussion series. Leg three of the infamous Lakeside Tour, 2006.
7:30-10:30 pm
6818 Wooster Pike Mariemont OH 513-561-5233
We're headed back to our favorite restaurant, wine shop, and gathering place. Catch a movie, have dinner and relax to some three-part vocals.
We'll be playing this wonderful arts fair on the Grant County fairgrounds. The James Family Band
is featured at 6:15!
Take Exit 166 off I-75. The fairgrounds are on US 25 just one mile off the exit.
Festival runs from 10-7 on Saturday!
Art booths, food and music!
Public Observance of 9/11/2001 -
10:00 am
1301 Western Ave. Cincinnati OH 45203-1130 513-287-7000
Price: Free(Parking is $4.50)
We are performing as part of the Cincinnati Museum Center's public observance of 9/11. Members of the community will gather for remarks, rememberances and song.
7:30-10:30 pm
6818 Wooster Pike Mariemont OH 513-561-5233
We'll play outside, weather permitting. Otherwise, you'll enjoy some indoor dining. Either way, the food and folks are divine!
Music@BCM Presents The James Family Band at the Coffee Cup Concerts -
7 pm
1600 Montague Road Covington KY 41012 (859)491-4003
Price: $15/$12/$8/$7
Raison D'Etre is so happy to welcome the James Family Band (and their awesome handcrafted instruments) back to wind up this season! Do not miss this joyous family troupe.
Music@BCM Presents Roger Drawdy & the Firestarters at the Coffee Cup Concerts -
7 pm
1600 Montague Road Covington KY 41012 (859)491-4003
Price: $15/$12/$8/$7
Raison D'Etre is happy to welcome Roger Drawdy & the Firestarters back to the patio amphitheater, but for this one evening, please address us as "The Mighty McDoles."
Coffee Cup Concert Series -
7 pm
1600 Montague Road Covington KY 41012 (859)491-4003
Price: $15/$12
Raison D'Etre acts as series hosts for a 6th season, singing the jingle, offering a song, and giving away those wonderful door prizes from the sponsors!
Subscribe to the series and save by calling (859)491-4003
7:30-10:30 pm
Mariemont OH
We're back at Mariemont's fabulous restaurant, bar, deli, wine shop, and gourmet beer establishment. Check out the Raison D'Etre beer while you're there.
Studio 89 -
9:00 pm
NKU Campus Highland Heights KY (859)572-6500
Price: Free!
Held in Landrum Hall, reservations are required by calling WNKU. Limited seating, but lots of fun for
the audience as they get to be on live radio.
E-mail WNKU for reservations beginning on June 13!
kleinj1@nku.edu
12-2 pm
Berea KY
We'll be signing CDs and playing some tunes from "Heart's Content" at this beautiful facility right off I-75 in Berea which presents and sells the work of some of Kentucky's finest artisans.
Concerts in the Park -
7 pm
345 Lancaster Avenue Richmond KY 40475
Price: Free!
Outdoor concert from 7-8:30 pm. Rain location at Richmond Area Arts Council, 399 West Water St. If moved to rain location, the concert there starts at 7:30.
Tuesday, June 6th, 2006
Acoustic Lunch
11:30 am
Cincinnati OH
Raison D'Etre plays two sets for the outdoor lunch crowd in Piatt Park.
Summerfair -
2:30 pm
Cincinnati OH
We're playing on the Vocal Arts Gazebo! Check out the Summerfair site for details and admission price to Cincinnati's premier outdoor art fair.
Cincinnati Appalachian Festival -
Festival hours
Coney Island Park Cincinnati OH
We'll be at our booth during the Festival hours with our new CD, pickin' and grinnin'. Come on by!
Saturday, May 6th, 2006
Kentucky Capitol Grounds
The Governor's Derby Day Celebration -
9:30 a.m.
Frankfort KY
Price: Free!
We're on the Governor's Stage(by the food tent...yes!) Hope Governor Fletcher has a speedy recovery so he can preside over Kentucky's big day in the spotlight!
Womens Music Festival -
2 pm
636 Monmouth Street Newport KY 41071 859-655-9140
Price: $15.00
Every weekend in March this series features at least one strong regional act. Raison D'Etre plays a Sunday
afternoon concert.
March 4 @ 7:30, Ma Crow appears
with sidemen extraordinaire, Larry Nager and Greg Schaber
March 11 features award-winner
Jane Sachs and Pale Beneath the
Blue(best band name story I've ever heard.) 7:30 pm.
March 18 brings us the fabulous
Betsy Lippitt and Chris Collier. 7:30
pm.
And the series winds up with the
wonderful Katie Laur and her All-
Girl Bluegrass Band. March 25 @ 7:
30 pm. All ticket prices include snacks. Beer, wine, coffee and soft drinks available at the cash bar.
Cultural Stage at the Market -
2 pm
Louisville KY
We are performing on the Kentucky Arts Council's Cultural Stage.
The event takes place in the Expo
Center at the Louisville Fairgrounds.
Sunday, February 19th, 2006
Joseph-Beth Booksellers
11 am-1pm
Norwood OH
We finally have a CD event scheduled at one of our favorite bookstores. Joseph-Beth is very supportive of local and regional music. Come on out to enjoy some browsing, buying and tunes from HEARTS CONTENT.
7-10 pm
6818 Wooster Pike Mariemont OH 513-561-5233
Good wine, good food, gals can sing...
Sunday, February 12th, 2006
Cincinnati Art Museum
1:30 & 3:30 pm
Cincinnati OH
2006 Fine Arts Fund Sampler Weekend sponsored by Macy's.
Fifth Third Lecture Hall
953 Eden Park Drive
Saturday, February 11th, 2006
Kenton County Public Library
2 pm
Covington KY
2006 Fine Arts Fund Sampler Weekend event sponsored by Macy's.
All events of the Sampler are free to the public because of the generosity of Macy's.
502 Scott Blvd.
Thursday, February 9th, 2006
Millenium Hotel
Reunion Tour -
3:00 pm
Cincinnati OH
Private event--Swing Canaries
Saturday, January 21st, 2006
Fitton Center
8 pm
Hamilton OH
Entertainment Plus Series
For details and ticket info, contact:
http://www.fittoncenter.org
Thursday, December 29th, 2005
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal Rotunda
1:30 pm
Cincinnati OH
Raison D'Etre will help the CMC celebrate their Holiday Homecoming by performing a set from their new
CD, HEARTS CONTENT, with maybe just a few seasonal tunes thrown in
for good cheer.
For more info on Holiday Homecoming check the CMC website at www.cincymuseum.org
Sunday, December 25th, 2005
WVXU 91.7
7 pm
Cincinnati OH
Tune in to a special edition of WVXU's arts program, AROUND CINCINNATI, as Lee Hay presents
Raison D'Etre, Over the Rhine, Phil DeGreg, Ricky Nye, Steve Schmidt, and the Faux Frenchmen.
Saturday, December 10th, 2005
O'D's Christmas Caravan
1 pm
Highland Heights KY
We chat and sing on Brian O'D's Christmas show on WNKU featuring a few of his musical friends. Listen in online or over the airwaves(the old fashioned way!)
Wednesday, December 7th, 2005
Heritage Village
5-8 pm
Sharonville OH
WGUC's member appreciation event at beautiful Sharon Woods. Free to WGUC members, but reservations are necessary. To register, call 513-419-7100.
Sunday, December 4th, 2005
Frontier Christmas
12-3 pm
Maysville KY
Day two of one of the coolest Christmas Walks around. Again, we'll be the pioneer gals occasionally belting out an Andrews Sisters tune.
Saturday, December 3rd, 2005
Frontier Christmas
12-3 pm
Maysville KY
Raison D'Etre takes you back in time on the limestone paths of Old Washington. We'll be the pioneer gals in the bonnets.
Friday, December 2nd, 2005
Mercantile Library
12:00 noon
Cincinnati OH
All concerts at The Mercantile Library, 414 Walnut St., are free and open to the public. Guests are
welcome to bring lunch as they listen. For information about
membership to this unique downtown library, call (513)621
-0717.
Friday, November 18th, 2005
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
6:15 pm
Cincinnati OH
House Party
Monday, November 14th, 2005
Barrington Retirement Community
7 pm
Ft. Thomas KY
Sunday, November 13th, 2005
The Leo Coffee House
8:15 pm
Cincinnati OH
Old St. George Library
Go to Queen City Balladeers site at
http://www.qcballadeers.org
for expert directions.
This is our Cincinnati CD release event for HEARTS CONTENT.
Saturday, November 12th, 2005
Grailville Oratory
7:30 pm
Loveland OH
Raison D'Etre plays a set at 7:30 followed by the wonderful Katie Laur and her All-Girl Band.
This is a fundraiser for Women's Way(advancing women in the arts!)
Admission is $12.00. E-mail Bev at womensway@fuse.net or call
(513)923-1414 for more information and to reserve tickets. Go to www.grailville.org for directions.
Saturday, November 5th, 2005
New Hope Methodist Church
7:00 pm
Southgate KY
Vickie and Roberta do a Two Thirds concert.
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2005
Kentucky on Stage
1-5:30 pm
Lexington KY
Showcases and booking conference for the Kentucky Arts on Tour
Directory. Held this year at the Lexington Children's Theatre, 418 W. Short Street, Lexington, KY
We're showcasing and exhibiting.
Wednesday, October 26th, 2005
Ohio Arts Presenters Network
10:15 am
Newark OH
We're showcasing at the Midland Theatre. We'll also "woman" our exhibit table for the three days of the conference October 24-26.
Saturday, October 22nd, 2005
Kentucky Haus Crafts
12-2 pm
Newport KY
CD Release Concert--In store!
For more information about Kentucky Haus Crafts and their programs, go to:
http://www.kentuckyhaus.com
Saturday, October 15th, 2005
Drawbridge Inn
8 pm
Ft. Mitchell KY
Military Reunion--private event
Friday, October 14th, 2005
Folk Art Center
5:00 pm
Morehead KY
Welcoming reception at Morehead State University's Homecoming 2005.
Saturday, October 8th, 2005
StoneBrook Winery
6-9 pm
Camp Springs KY
Fall Harvest Dinner
www.stonebrookwinery.com
Thursday, October 6th, 2005
Otterbein Retirement Community
7 pm
Lebanon OH
Swing Canaries Show--private event
USO Anniversary
Saturday, September 17th, 2005
MOVA Songwriting Competition
3:00 pm
Lake Guntersville AL
We're also in the Saturday afternoon soft rock/adult pop category. The MOVA Festival goes on all weekend with arts, crafts and workshops.
Friday, September 16th, 2005
MOVA Songwriting Competition
7:30 pm
Lake Guntersville AL
We're in the Friday night acoustic/alternative category.
Saturday, September 10th, 2005
Mountain Grace Conference
10:00 am
Brown County OH
Saturday, September 3rd, 2005
Military Reunion
7 pm
Erlanger KY
Private event at Holiday Inn Erlanger
Thursday, August 25th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Roger Drawdy & The Firestarters are the featured performers. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Thursday, August 18th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Bill Miller is the feature. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Thursday, August 11th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Zoe Speaks is the feature. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Thursday, August 4th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Northern Kentucky Brotherhood Singers & Southern Horizon are the features. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Friday, July 29th, 2005
Edensong
8 pm
Cincinnati OH
Queen City Balladeers presents four concerts every Friday from July 8-July 29 in Eden Park's wonderful Seasongood Pavilion. The Park Board adds support to this summertime free event for the music-loving family. Bring your blankets, dogs, food, and get ready for fun!
Thursday, July 28th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
The Betweeners are the feature. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Thursday, July 21st, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
We share the evening with wild carrot at Behringer-Crawford Museum's great summer music series.
Thursday, July 14th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Sweet Funk & The James Family Band are the features. Raison D'Etre hosts.
Thursday, July 7th, 2005
Coffee Cup Concert Series
7 pm
Covington KY
Season opener is Christine Lavin. Raison D'Etre is the musical host.
Friday, July 1st, 2005
Forks of the Licking Folk Jamboree
8 pm
Falmouth KY
Griffin Centre
Saturday, June 25th, 2005
Kentucky Haus Crafts
12-2 pm
Newport KY
We'll be singing outside of Bev's shop if the weather is fine! Juried crafts, good coffee samples, gift items...
Saturday, June 11th, 2005
Carrico Branch of The Campbell County Library
1 pm
Ft. Thomas KY
Browse and enjoy tunes!
Sunday, June 5th, 2005
Pyramid Sculpture Park and Museum
4 pm
Hamilton OH
Picnic Series
Saturday, June 4th, 2005
Summerfair
1:30 pm
Cincinnati OH
Vocal Arts Gazebo at Old Coney Park
Thursday, June 2nd, 2005
General Butler State Park Convention Center
8:30 pm
Carrollton KY
Fundraiser for Carroll County Public Library.
Tuesday, May 24th, 2005
Cincinnati Museum Center Rotunda
7:30 pm
Cincinnati OH
Museum Volunteer Event--private
Sunday, May 8th, 2005
Cincinnati Appalachian Festival
10:00-6:00
Cincinnati OH
Mother's Day at the Festival. We start out the morning with hymns.
Saturday, May 7th, 2005
The Governor's Derby Day Breakfast
8 am
Frankfort KY
We're on the Governor's Stage right by the breakfast tent! The Capitol lawn becomes the biggest party in the state(besides the actual Derby.)
Saturday, May 7th, 2005
Cincinnati Appalachian Festival
1:00 pm-10:00 pm
Cincinnati OH
OK, so we'll be a little tired after all that early morning driving, but we'll pick and grin for ya just the same.
Friday, May 6th, 2005
Cincinnati Appalachian Festival
Festival hours
Cincinnati OH
We set up our tent and become human jukeboxes for three days! Come by, pick up a CD and make a request.
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Up next...
6/28/2013
College Hill Coffee Co. & Casual Gourmet,
College Hill, OH
Rabbit Hash Historical Society will be celebrating the first trip of a steamboat on the Ohio River with music, food, talks and demonstrations. Festival runs from 12-6 pm.
Roberta is offering a three-hour workshop for songwriters at the Berea Festival of Learnshops. Looking for a fun week of activities for vacation where your whole family can be creative?
but tips are encouraged by the management.
Roberta is doing solo showcases at this year's SERFA Gathering.
but Tina likes you to be generous with the tip jar.
