Art and music abound in Washoe Park
Published: June 26, 2009
Washoe Park in Anaconda overflows with 75 juried art and crafts booths, ethnic foods and non-stop entertainment July 17-19 during the 30th annual outdoor arts fest.
The Cantrells kick off the festival at 3 p.m. Friday with original folk and bluegrass. Their performances meld Emily's songs, voice and strong rhythm guitar with Al’s contest-winning fiddling in traditional, swing and Irish styles.
The John Andrews’ Band takes the stage at 6 p.m., delivering that old-fashioned rock ’n roll along with current rock and country. A barbecue dinner with all the fixings is available.
White Hawk, featuring the children of well-known Montana songwriter Rob Quist, performs from noon-3 p.m., followed by The Genuine Article at 3:30, and the Kelly Hughes Band from 6:30-10 p.m.
“Heartbreak and Harmony,” a tribute to the Everly Brothers, begins at 2 p.m. Sunday, and features the trademark two-part harmonies of the Everlys' biggest hits, performed by Tom Blankenship and Dave Oltrogge.
Gates are open noon-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $8-$15 for a three-day pass or $4-$6 daily at the gate (children eight and under are free).
The fun-filled event is a major fundraiser for Copper Village Museum and Arts Center, which offers exhibits year-around, and several special events. Call 563-2422 or visit coppervillageartcenter.com.
