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August, 2013

BMOTFA 2013 SHOW SCHEDULE AND OTHER EVENTS OF INTEREST

Be sure to watch for new events, additional information, and changes to scheduled events. Admission to shows is normally $5.00 but present your BMOTFA 2013 membership card for a $1.00 discount.

Youngsters age 12 and under always get in FREE!

August 8, 9, & 10 Grant County Fair. Show times as follows: 11 AM - 11:45 & 8 - 8:45 PM Thursday 10:15 - 11:15 AM / 3 - 4 PM & 7 - 7:45 PM Friday 1 - 2 / 3:30 - 4:30 / 7 - 7:45 all PM on Saturday. August 10 Union Grassroots by the Post Office from 1:00 p.m. to 2 p.m. August 17 Elgin Fire Hall. Dinner at 5 p.m. & show at 6. August 24 Nyssa Senior Center. Food at 5 p.m. & show at 6. August 30-31 Sumpter. Potluck & jam on Friday, 8/30. Shows on Saturday, 8/31 at 1 p.m. & 6.

Sept. 7 John Day entertaining Cycle Oregon. Details later. Sept. 14 Baker City show (tentative) Sept. 20 La Grande Fort Union Grange. Dinner at 5 p.m. & show at 6. Sept. 21 Elgin Rockwall Grange. Food at 5 p.m. & show at 6

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Emigrant Springs! What can be said about Emigrant Springs? As President of the Blue Mountain Old-Time Fiddlers Association, I was proud and pleased with what went on there. Jamming every day from Monday through Saturday and the three shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Eating, relaxing, and visiting. Jerry and Joan Myers picked huckleberries in between all these fun things. We had a total of 18 RVs and two tents and a lot of people who popped in just for the day. We really appreciated all the folks that came to our camp-out from the "Wallowa Fiddle Tunes Workshop". Dan and Cheryl Hall, Bella Dagdagon, Holland Sliman, Denny and Carl Evans, Dan and Kathy Caldwell, Richard and Karen Rubicam, and Emily Krager all went the extra mile to come and play music with us. On Friday afternoon Dan Hall, our "Ice Cream Man" and his helper, Billy Bourgeous made three batches of homemade ice cream and the ap-ple dumplings by our Cook Book Chairman, Mary Jane

Raymond, served 51 people to the treat of the week. Thanks to all of you. We thank our Saturday potluck cook, Grant County Director, Carolyn Stout, and her friend came from john Day to cook the chicken thighs for our potluck and all the members brought enough food for everyone in the park. We served 58 people. Thanks to Carolyn and all of you. The Sunday morning breakfast was really good. Dan Hall, our fried potato man, came through again with his famous fried potatoes. He had help from Billy Bourgeous, who is a retired cook and res-taurant owner, and Joan Myers helped cut up the pota-toes. I got in their way at times. We had 38 come to breakfast. Every camper came and ate and most of the park rangers and camp hosts attended the ice cream party, potluck and breakfast. Thanks to everyone for making these events possible and fun. On Thursday we celebrated Alvin Shaw's 87th birthday. We gave him a shrimp dinner and sang Happy Birthday. Mary baked him a cake and shared it. Thanks Alvin for having a birthday and sharing it with us.

Garrick and Diane Melton were there. Head Ranger Jim Hutton was there also. Tokens were given to all. Later in the show Clay Courtright came and presented me as an Honorary Emigrant Springs Park Ranger and gave me an Oregon State Parks patch and a wooden Emigrant Springs necklace. This was a complete surprise to me and I felt it was a special honor. I accepted it on behalf of all the BMOTF's there. Musicians on Saturday were: Les & Evelene Haynes of Fruitland, ID Jerry Myers of Midvale, ID Bella Dagdagon of Yakima, WA Holland Sliman of Yakima, WA Michelle Hedgepeth of Hermiston, OR Win Weston of Irrigon, OR Alvin Shaw of Ontario, OR Denny Evans of Pendleton, OR Carl Evans of Pendleton, OR Bill West of Heppner, OR Mark Ludwick of Umatilla, OR & Alliana Sauer Joan Gray of Hermiston, OR Ruth Hodge of Island City, OR Margie Vaughn of La Grande, OR Jan Post of Pendleton, OR Bethel Croghan of Elgin, OR Tammy Croghan of Elgin, OR Bill Meyers of Hermiston, OR Wilma Bourgeious of Zillah, WA Cheryl Hall of Yakima, WA Dan Caldwell of Pasco, WA Kathy Caldwell of Pasco, WA Emily Krager of White Salmon, WA Richard Rubicam of Baker City, OR Tom Vickroy of Walla Walla, WA Alyn Domschot of La Grande, OR Jody Domschot of La Grande, OR Denny Langford of Union, OR Closing hymn by Evelene Haynes.

Trever West and Denny Lanford

Our shows were good. Some of the entertainers also played backup. Those who provided backup only were: Angie Johnson of John Day, OR Frank Moore of Pendleton, OR Trever West Kevin Hedgepeth of Hermiston, OR Guy Johnson of John Day, OR July 11 Joan Gray did our National Anthem followed by: Clay "Skeeter" Johnson of John Day, OR Jerry Myers of Midvale, ID Julia Milleson of Milton-Freewater, OR Bella Dagdagon of Yakima, WA Holland Sliman of Yakima, WA Ruby Spriggle of Caldwell, ID Alvin Shaw of Ontario, OR Les & Evelene Haynes of Fruitland, ID Mark Ludwick of Umatilla, OR Joan Gray of Hermiston, OR Michelle Hedgepeth of Hermiston, OR Bill West of Heppner, OR Cheryl Hall of Yakima, WA Wilma Bourgeious of Zillah, WA Nancy Bruce of La Grande, OR Denny Langford of Union, OR Closing hymn by Nancy Bruce. July 12 Joan Gray played the Star Spangled Banner fol-lowed by: Les & Evelene Haynes of Fruitland, ID Jerry Myers of Midvale, ID Bella Dagdagon of Yakima, WA Holland Sliman of Yakima, WA Julia Milleson of Milton-Freewater, OR Michelle Hedgepeth of Hermiston, OR Ruby Spriggle of Caldwell, ID Alvin Shaw of Ontario, OR Bill West of Heppner, OR Mark Ludwick of Umatilla, OR Joan Gray of Hermiston, OR Ruth Hodge of Island City, OR Wilma Bourgeious of Zillah, WA Cheryl Hall of Yakima, WA Margie Vaughn of La Grande, OR Jan Post of Pendleton, OR Bill Meyers of Hermiston, OR Richard Rubicam of Baker City, OR Emily Krager of White Salmon, WA Denny Langford of Union, OR Dan Caldwell of Pasco, WA Kathy Caldwell of Pasco, WA Closing hymn by Michelle Hedgepeth. On Saturday evening, July 13, we had a special flag cere-mony by Jack Raymond and Billy Bourgeous. Both are veterans. This kicked the show off in a special way. Thank you gentlemen. Saturday's show was standing room only. We had a short awards ceremony for the Rangers and Camp hosts, Ranger Clay Courtright, Brenda

I want to thank Trever West, Bella and Holland for help-ing me pass out all of my goodies. Katie Johnson was sick and could not help or play this weekend. The John-son's camped a couple of days and then went to Boise. Julia Milleson drove to Emigrant Springs two days in a row from Milton Freewater. Mark Ludwick drove all three days from Umatilla. Wendy Williamson drove from Cove all three days. All of these are dedicated people who go the extra mile to support the BMOTFA. One special event we have had each year is the dancing dolls. The Croghan sisters, Margie Vaughn, Jan Post, and Tammy Croghan, and mother, Bethel, danced those dolls to the tune of Raggedy Ann, played by the fiddlers. All the children gathered around so they could watch them dance. The girls’ father, John Croghan, made the dolls long ago. This was enjoyed by all. Saturday after breakfast everyone hooked up and broke camp, bid good-byes until we meet to play again. This ended a very special time. We enjoyed ourselves and had good weather. We had people from Uganda, New York and many other states attend besides people from our surrounding area. If you have never been to our Emigrant Springs campout put a note down to attend in 2014. The dates are July 7th through July 13th, 2014. Hope to see the same faces and a lot of new faces. Thanks for all of you for your support. "We are better people when we are there for others." Denny Langford, President

Baker County News No news received.

Grant County News It’s always quiet before the storm or so a saying goes. That’s what it seems like in Grant County as it’s pretty quiet here right now but things will hopping before long. Our jams have been hit and miss with so many musicians doing summer things. Seems as though while music is important, it doesn’t take place above marketing puppies (the Johnson family), medical things (Darrel Hilton, Lynne Wilson, Barbara Sullivan) or outings with the grandkids. But things will kick into gear when we perform at the County Fair in just a couple weeks, then come back in a mere month to play for Cycle Oregon. Enjoyed what little time I had at Emigrant Springs. If my new canine had felt better we would have stayed longer. He ended up having surgery two days later. Anyway Denny asked if I’d share the recipe for the chicken which was the meat course at the potluck, so here goes: 2-3 pounds of chicken thighs with skin removed, salted, then dip into flour, placing in a baking pan. Mix together 1

can cranberry sauce, 1 package onion soup mix and 8 oz. Russian salad dressing. Pour over chicken and bake until done. Variation: use Orange marmalade instead of cran-berry sauce. If you have questions give me a call. On the subject of food, I would love to have the entertainers up for a bit to eat while in town for the County Fair and Cycle Oregon. Carolyn Stout "Time is life. It is irreversible and irreplaceable. To waste your time is to waste your life. But to master your time is to master your life and make the most of it." Alan Lakein

Malheur County News No news received.

Morrow County News It has been real quiet on the music scene this month. About the only thing that happened was Bill and Lori Meyers’ 50th wedding anniversary at Hermiston which Wests and us attended. I spent a couple of days helping the neighbor move some cattle around. It’s just been too hot for an old man to go out and wander around, haven’t even been fishing. Here I sit with Sweat upon my brow. I know I should be Doing something right now. The sun is up And hot it is, I’ll just sit here And let my cold drink fizz. I know I should Go out and do some work But In the shadows Old man lazy does lurk. Oh well, As they say There will always be Another day. Till next time in a tune, Adios amigo, Bob & Judy Stevens I always love a good dog, he doesn’t do anything for po-litical reasons.

Please pray for: Bill Bronson Kennie Burres Ken and Patty Elder Vic & Edith Fussleman Arlene and Leroy Grothaus Janet Haddock Mae and John Hampton Jerry Kiesecker Rylee Kreutzer Jack Moon Nadeen Morris Harry Noble Don and Vadna Norton Tyson Samples Jim Smith Jim Simpson Confess your faults one to another, and pray

one for another, that ye may be healed. The

effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man

availeth much.

James 5:16

Umatilla County News We had a good turnout for the Emigrant Springs campout. It’s fun for old friends to get together, play music and get caught up on all the old stories. It was good to see Julia Milleson make it up from Milton Freewater by herself. It was also great that the girls brought their mother, Bethel Croghan from Elgin. July 6 our children hosted a 50th anniversary celebration for Lorre and I. There was a lot to eat and lots of music provided by family and friends. Our weekly music activities here around Hermiston have been holding up strong through the summer with a good turn out, even though this time of year is very busy. The only thing you can control in life is the energy you put in it. Keep the Rosin on the causin. Bill & Lorre Meyers

Union County News Greeting from Pair a Dice Ranch in High Valley The only real news I have this month is for those of you who are not going to the Grant County Fair, we will be playing August 10th at the Grassroots here in Union. This year we will be playing down by the Post Office from 1:00 p.m. to 2 p.m. So if you hanging around wondering “what should I do with myself today” come on out and join us. Blessings to you and your Families Pat & Nancy Bruce

Wallowa County News No news received.

Editor’s In Box Below is Ben's current address. There are a few changes from what I sent out last time. PFC Haddock, Benjamin 8003 D Co. 35th EN BN 2nd PLT 1 EN BDE, Unit #25 741 Iowa Ave. Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473 On the back of the envelope please write the following and draw a circle around it: 2nd PLT 8003 Thank you to those who pray for him and write to encour-age him! The Haddocks

Editor’s Bulletin Board My sixth time at Wallowa Fiddle Tunes Workshop was the best ever for me, partly because I’ve improved so learning new tunes is easier now. Also this year the intermediate and advanced level fiddle teachers rotated through each of those classes. My core teacher was Lisa Ornstein, who taught French-Canadian, Appalachian old-time, and Cajun styles. John Weed taught Irish; Chris Kokesh bluegrass; and Andy Emmert swing and old-time tunes. As Denny reported, following Wallowa some of us moved our camps to Emigrant Springs until Sunday. After four days at home I headed to Kittitas, WA to jam on the weekend prior to my first week of that fiddle camp. I sure like retirement! I took the intermediate class by Stuart Williams, who has taught there for 16 years. His class fills very quickly but new applicants get priority. We learned 13 tunes of the 14 on his list for this workshop. Following Kittitas I attended the Five Suns Bluegrass Festival in Moses lake. On Friday it was 101°F but the bands were “hot” also. When “The Boxcars” came on stage, the MC announced that Ron Stewart has won the IBMA Banjo Player of the Year and also Fiddle Player of the Year. Ron is the only musician to ever win in more than one instru-ment at the International Bluegrass Music Association awards. Adam Steffey has won Mandolinist of the Year nine times! I bought the band’s latest CD, Its just A Road. I’m resigning as editor on or before the April, 2014 issue. If you want to be the editor, call Denny. It is an appointed position that the board must approve, but let Denny know if you are willing to do it. I will pass on to the next editor the Microsoft Publisher software, photos, and Excel files used to create the Rosin Dust mailing labels, etc. Our annual bulk mail permit costs $200 and expires March 27. 2014. The permit is not transferable. To mail the Rosin Dust from a different Post Office a new permit must be established. This is why I’m giving so much advance notice. The deadline for submissions is the 24th of the prior month. Please submit articles by email to: richard.rubicam@gmail.com If you have to mail your article by US Post Office, then allow at least two business days for delivery to: Richard and Karen Rubicam 2539 9th St. Baker City, OR 97814. 541-523-3721

So many tunes and so little time!

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Blue Mountain Old-Time Fiddlers Association ROSIN DUST EDITOR 2539 9th St. Baker City, OR 97814

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EXECUTIVE BOARD President: Dennis Langford: 966 E. Bryan, Union, OR 97883 541-562-5055 Vice-President: Margie Vaughn: 1804 Y Ave., La Grande, OR 97850 541-962-7122 Secretary/Treasurer: Colleen Langford: 966 E. Bryan, Union OR 97883 541-562-5055

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Baker County: Bob Hunt, PO Box 104, Sumpter, OR 97877 541-403-1949 Grant County: Carolyn Stout, 112 Lamford Road, John Day, OR 97845 541-575-1827 Malheur County: Vincent/Doreen Bingham, PO Box 236, Adrian, OR 97901 541-372-2835 Morrow County: Bob Stevens: 54138 Hardman Ridge Rd., Heppner, OR 97836 541-676-5383 Umatilla County: Bill Meyers, 78914 Quick Road, Hermiston, OR 97838 541-567-6237 Union County: Pat & Nancy Bruce, P.O. Box F, La Grande, OR 97850 541-562-5050 Wallowa County: Pat Samples, 710 Samples Drive, Joseph, OR 97846 541-432-3195

APPOINTED OFFICERS Campout Chair: Carolyn Stout, 112 Lamford Road, John Day, OR 97845 541-575-1827 CD Coordinator: Darrell Barnard, 48563 McCarty Bridge Rd, North Powder, OR 97867 208-371-9378 Editor: Richard Rubicam, 2539 9th St. Baker City, OR 97814 541-523-3721 Historian: Marcia Adams, 547 SW 3rd St., Ontario, OR 97914 541-889-6747 Store Coordinator:Judy Stevens, 54138 Hardman Ridge Rd, Heppner OR 97836 541-676-5383

SPECIAL APPOINTMENTS Campout Potato and Ice Cream Man: Dan Hall, 2175 S 63rd Ave, Yakima, WA 98908 509-966-0572 Campout Assistant Ice Cream Lady: Kathy Caldwell, 10808 Shady Lane, Pasco, WA 99301 509-542-1640 Cookbook Coordinator: Mary Jane Raymond, 421 Hill Lane, Caldwell, ID 83605 208-459-3347 Public Relations: Jack Raymond, 421 Hill Lane, Caldwell, ID 83605 208-459-3347 Traveling Custodian/Janitor: Don and Kay McIntyre, 733 Sunset Dr., Ontario, OR 97914 541-889-4771

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