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    BRUTALLY ATTACKED AT WAKARUSA-JAW BROKEN IN 3 PLACES!
    Jun 26 2009 5:21 PM UPDATE:ATTACK ON ME AT WAKARUSA:(jaw broken in 3 places) Body: THE MONEY CLIP IN the photograph on MY PROFILE PAGE IS ONE OF THE ITEMS THAT WAS STOLEN AT WAKARUSA. REWARD FOR ANY LEADS ON THE IDENTITY OF MY ATTACKER. (jaw broken in three places-attacker used nunchuks) REWARD FOR THE RETURN OF ANY OF THE STOLEN PROPERTY. (wallet, id, MONEY CLIP).anyone with information, PLEASE call (720) 838-6564 people involved MAY be in an older 'boxy' caprice with NM tags--the 'balloon' style design.REWARD FOR THE LICENCE PLATE #-IF YOU SEE THIS CAR IN LINE AT ROTHBURY, MILE HIGH, 10K, or elsewhere,--ratdog, what have you, PLEASE contact me at the above #, via myspace, or email me at vendingmachine@hotmail.com--should you come across any of my stolenbproperty, PLEASE call me. again, thank you for looking out. lrob. note, I hve had one surgery already, and at least one more is scheduled.dr says I am recopvering as fast as I can, given the severity of the injury I sustained in the attack. once again:DESCRIPTION OF ATTACKER: MALE-6'3: 6'4" closely cropped black hair--various tattoos, most notably one of a 'pentagram' on his lower back-at the time of the attack-roughly 4pm, june 5, at wakarusa festival-mulberry mountain, arkansas-he wa shirtless,and wearing blue denim shorts.he MAY be in the company of a blonde female, that is said to answer to the nick name 'hatter'--It is possible that her real first name MAY be 'jessica'.I do not know these people.-this is the onlyh information I could glean after th eattack.wakarusa security, WATCHED the attack, but made no attempt at apprehension. (if you fear retaliation, as many people who witnessed the attack have cited, yet, you come across my property-notably, my money clip-you may safely return it to the following secure address as well: Rob 718 Fort Worth Drive #104 Denton,TX 76201-7123 REWARD FOR INFORMATION?IDENTITY OF PEOPLE INVOLVED AND?OR RETURN OF PROPERTY!
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    hey fluffhead420
    i kinda gussed that fromm all the flyers you put in the vines (hee hee hee)....i wish i could go...i too like the smaller fetivals they seem more laidback and more personable peace and hugs to all
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    My favorite....
    is without question "Schwagstock" in Salem, MO...........beautiful *private* 330 acre campground, fatty Shakedown Street.....String Cheese guys will be there in sept...everyone but Nershi is confirmed...I imagine after Rothbury he'll be there too....he loves the place...he played there last Sept with the "Emmitt-Nershi Band".....good times....I get the feeling we may see another Incident in @ Schwagstock in september...plus, the campground is owned and operated by The Schwag (GD Tribute)...use your imagination...Laid back? :)the *most* laid back...that place has me spoiled, every other Festival I hit up I'm always wishing I was at ZOE (Schwagstock).....check it out for yourself... www.theschwag.com www.campzoe.com ~~~it might just change your life.... ;)
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    Rothbury...
    Oh yeah...there will be rows and rows of vendors....I've heard it's quite "laid back"...you're gonna have a blast. "In a bed, in a bed, by the waterside I will lay my head. Listen to the river sing sweet songs, to rock my soul."
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    We'll be Rothbury first timers! Can't wait! Traveling to see my 5th Dead show this year.. But as I read through the website it sounds a tad uptight??? I assume its laid back but just wondering... Will there be a shakedown st you think? "Escaping through the lily fields, I came across an empty space. It rainbow then exploded, left a bus stop in its place. The bus come by and I got on, thats when it all began. It was Cowboy Neal at the wheel of the bus to never ever land"
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    hey so is anyone going to gathering of the vibes....this is a very family friendly festival in ct....pretty good line up this year with ratddog..csn..dso..p-funk...just to name a few acts...one of the things i like is that it is pretty lowkey considering the size of some festivals which makes it easy on the kiddie...the first year i went they even let pets in.. check it out gatheringofthevibes.com peace and hugs to all
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    it's as simple as that. anyone who is a first timer this second round will be blown away. the vibe is overwhelming
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    Any ole Bluegrass festival ~~
    on the southeast circuit. It'll get your heels clickin', if thats what yer cravin'! {~% RIP: Bill Monroe
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    The 3G's 'aka Grateful Garcia Gathering 2009
    The 3Gs ('aka Grateful Garcia Gathering), is returning back to the Camp NCN Venue in beautiful Black River Falls Wisconsin July 30th though August 2nd 2009 where it all began over 6 years ago! A grateful place where Garcia fans will be gathering! It also marks the celebration of Jerry Garcia's 67th Birthday, plus the 14th Anniversary of Jerry's untimely passing. We have leased the campground venue for July 30th though August 3rd 2009 for our 6th annual music festival. Other great music festivals have hosted at this venue such as Weedstock, Farmapalooza, Sundog Summer Shakedown, the Big Wu Family Reunion, Campout Roots Festival, Effit Fest, just to name a few! The venue features 75-plus acres of brilliant surroundings with tall trees that nicely shades your camp site. Campers are welcome to have campfires at each individual campsite and firewood is available at the venue. The venue has a full array of conveniences, including 2 facilities with flush toilets and hot showers and other luxurious accommodations. Other venue amenities include a sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits, hiking trails, outdoor/indoor shower facility, full service concessions with food, two music stages, and more!

    For your fishing, swimming, and water sports pleasures the venue has a beautiful five-acre natural spring fed lake with sandy beaches, plus the lake has a paddle boat available for your enjoyment with a fixed swimming platform. Many near by hotels/motels to choose from in Black River Falls if outdoor camping isn't your desire!

    This is going to be a very deeply humble, and special time for camping and gathering with friends of old and new! The 3G's will be a mix of wonderful music by some of the best Jambands in the midwest playing their original music, along with their selections of two or three Grateful Dead cover songs. Our friends at Mystix Toyz will be on board at the 3G's for tons of family fun with juggling demonstrations, including juggling workshops, face painting, kids parades, plus drum circles and fire dance jams every night!

    -Pre Party Thursday July 30th 2009-

    GATES OPEN AT 8:00AM

    04:30-06:00pm ~Groovitational Pull~

    06:30-08:00pm ~Brok'n Arrow~

    08:30-10:00pm ~THE REGGIE~

    10:30am-12:00am. ~IFDAKAR~

    -Friday July 31st 2009

    GATES OPEN AT 8:00AM

    11:00-12:00pm ~John Statz~

    12:30-02:00pm ~Greyleaf~

    02:30-04:00pm ~Grateful Beth and the Volunteers~

    04:30-06:00pm ~MMC Trio~

    06:30-08:00pm ~Jam and the Playground Kids~

    08:30-10:00pm ~Mr Cab Driver~

    10:30-12:00am ~Vinny Weible & Soul Logic~

    12:30-02:00am ~ROOTSTAND~

    -Saturday Aug 1st Jerry's Garcia's Birthday-

    GATES OPEN AT 8:00AM

    12:30-02:00pm ~Elf Lettuce~

    02:30-04:00pm ~The Bar Tab Band~

    04:30-06:00pm ~In the Dark~

    06:30-08:00pm ~Fungus Garden Reverb~

    08:30-10:00pm ~Boney Fingers~

    10:30-12:00am ~Badgdad SCUBA Review~

    12:30-02:00am ~FAMILY GROOVE COMPANY~

    (Times, artists and programs are subject to change without notice)

    -Sunday August 3rd 2009

    Campgound Venue Closes at 5:00pm.

    www.GratefulGarciaGathering.com www.Myspace.com/GratefulGarciaGathering

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    Hey folks, if you havent heard of Forecatle Festival in Louisville, KY you might want to consider the trip. This years 8th Annual is one the gratest yet, headlines include Widespread Panic (2 nights) Black Keys, Black Crows, Avett Brothers, Zappa Plays Zappa, YonderMSB, and Umphrey's to name a few and many many more TBA. This Festival is located in beautiful downtown Louisville on the Waterfront on July 10-12, where camping is available, but hurry camping space is becoming limited because of the big names this year. This sould be another special year for the Louisville concert scene. Myself and others will be promoting Forecastle on my radio show "Road Trips" every Tuesday night at 8p.m. to 10 on 99.5 WUDR Dayton, OH or online at http://flyer-radio.udayton.edu/home.htm where you will recieve constant updates and grate live music. We are trying very hard this year to bring more people around the country to experience a wonderful time in the Derby City. For more information, you can contact me at boonetrc@gmail.com or http://www.forecastlefest.com/ I encourage all of you to tune into "Road Trips" every Tuesday at 8-10 PM and give me some feedback, streaming online at http://flyer-radio.udayton.edu/home.htm Thanks all & see you there!!! -Travis
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Submitted by dwlemen on Tue, 07/08/2014 - 05:45

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OK, so I am relatively new to going to festivals. Don't get me wrong, they are a blast! But, they are also expensive. It's costing $270 just to get into Lockn this year. I wonder if it's better to just go to one or 2 festivals a year or take that money and spread it out to see a bunch of shows throughout the year? -Dave
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Submitted by marye on Tue, 07/08/2014 - 08:53

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since I've done the festival thing. But I'd say it's different from going to a show; it's a more immersive scene. Hey, I'll never forget waking up outdoors in Veneta and wandering off to a big field to see the Dead (and a whole lot of cool vendors) in 1982. If that, and the random fleeting community, are not a big deal to you, maybe go with the shows, but if you want that thing you have to get at a fest...
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Submitted by iGrateful on Tue, 07/08/2014 - 11:20

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Yes, I bought tickets for last years event when Neil Young & Crazy Horse were still the headline... even though they had to cancel, this was a GREAT first Festival experience! That's why I'm going again... See you there, iGrateful
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Submitted by dwlemen on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 07:42

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I was disappointed they couldn't get Neil Young for this year. Heard they tried. But still looking forward to it. It will be the biggest festival I've ever gone to, so a bit nervous about that. But hopefully everyone is cool and we can relax and enjoy all the great music lined up. -Dave
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Submitted by cosmicbadger on Thu, 07/10/2014 - 13:09

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Just got back from our Summer of Love Festival in the UK....more like a big party really with wonderful people and great music. Met up with TigerLilly there too.......some of you might remember her from here.
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Submitted by dwlemen on Fri, 07/11/2014 - 04:56

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Hey! I do remember Tiger Lilly, though I don't know if she remembers me. We used to waste away the days chatting on here back when the chatroom was popular a few years back. I hope she is doing well. Miss our talks. -Dave
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Submitted by jendrus on Fri, 07/11/2014 - 05:24

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UMF !!!!
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Submitted by Oroboros on Wed, 08/13/2014 - 20:59

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Mary asked me if I wanted a party for my 60th birthday or go to a show, and of course I said a show. So she got tickets for the Interlockin Festival. Sorry that Bob and Ratdog can't make it (all the best Bobby, take care of yourself) but looks like Billy K is fielding a band and will fill in for Bobby. AND Phil and Friend (2 nights), String Cheese (2 night), Widespread Panic (2 nights) Wilco (2 nights), Allman Bros for one night, Tom Petty to close the show as well as other great bands (Tedeski and Trucks, Keller Williams, and much more). Today is our 34th anniversary. I can't tell you how grate a 'ride' this has been. Mary and I went to many Dead shows along with other travels and adventures. 3 healthy happy boys, (all out of the house and employed ;o}!!!! Yay!!!) and looking forward to more travel and fun together. I am the luckiest guy on earth. The truth is realized in an instant, the act is practiced step by step.
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Submitted by cbaylies on Tue, 06/14/2016 - 16:34

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I loved All Good, too bad it is nixed. Going to Jerry Jam in NH, anyone coming?
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Submitted by Dred Scott on Wed, 07/06/2016 - 21:12

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We used to go only to DelFest & DSO Jubilee, and the All Good. Too old for a lot of travelling these days. But we discovered FloydFest in Floyd, VA about 10 years ago, and haven't missed it since. I'm not gonna spend a lot of time convincing you - it's a small fest, they purposely limit the attendance, it sells out each year weeks before it opens. But you'll be doing yourself a solid if you check it out. This year is Greg Allman, Warren Haynes, Keller Williams, Bruce Hornsby, Leftover Salmon, Railroad Earth, etc. etc. It's 5 days of camping and music right ON the Blue Ridge Parkway in the gorgeous mountains near the North Carolina, SW Virginia border. Floyd, VA has one stoplight. And a Friday night bluegrass jam at the general store that's nationally famous. It's a stop on the Crooked Road, for you roots music fans. Not too far from Blacksburg, if you know where VA Tech is. FloydFest, the last week in July each year. If you miss it, it's your loss.
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Submitted by Cwoodpga on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 16:55

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Rfk 1973 both shows.Smoked hash with Phil and Bob. Haven't looked back since. Opened with Morning Dew second day, nothing left to say.
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Submitted by marye on Wed, 04/05/2017 - 15:22

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what are the don't-miss fests this year?
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Submitted by Brick in Oz on Mon, 04/10/2017 - 15:07

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Packing today. Off to the best 5 days on the Australian music calendar tomorrow!Www.bluesfest.com.au See you next year. Come on down ✌️
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Submitted by dwlemen on Tue, 04/11/2017 - 11:56

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I have spent much of today trying to convince my wife that we need to take a little vacation to Milwaukee this July! Peace, -Dave
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Submitted by marye on Tue, 07/24/2018 - 13:00

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since we first started this thread. But the festival scene is going strong. Which ones do you like best these days? Which ones do you really miss?
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Submitted by Rososo on Tue, 05/26/2020 - 05:06

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My favorite festival is Sziget in Budapest, I always used to go there from my property in Latvia with all my friends, and it is very atmospheric , I stay there for 7 days.

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Submitted by Strider 808808 on Tue, 04/27/2021 - 12:06

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Taos Pueblo Powwow (New Mexico), United Tribes Powwow (Bismarck, North Dakota)
8/27/72 Veneta was a great time.

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Submitted by deadhead102 on Wed, 04/28/2021 - 10:16

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I can't stand festivals! There's more than one band and sometimes more than one stage. The time spent going between stages as well as the short sets each band plays is not for me. I would much rather go to a Grateful Dead concert and get nothing but the good ol' Grateful Dead. This also applies to other acts that I might want to see.

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Submitted by 1stshow70878 on Thu, 04/29/2021 - 10:16

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The Telluride Bluegrass festival is still going strong 40+ years and although bigger and better than ever it still has that down low small town vibe. Cheers!

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Submitted by GADEADHEAD on Fri, 06/18/2021 - 06:30

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Bourbon & Beyond Louisville, Ky. Has had some hidden gym's in recent years and plenty of bourbon and food. This is more of a main stream music festival but it always sprinkles in some good bluegrass (Billy Strings, and Infamous Stringdusters to name a few) John Mayer, Robert Plant, promise of The Real, Margo Price and others have given the festival some character.

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Submitted by Steamdude on Fri, 05/06/2022 - 13:08

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Watkins Glen, '72. The unexpected Friday night sound check was some of the sweetest most laid back jam I've ever heard the band do. Lots of fun despite being quite unprepared. Spent Friday night sleeping in the trunk of a car! Right up there with Barton Hall '77. I was tripping heavily for that and couldn't be sure that it was really as good as it sounded until I heard a recording of it later.

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Submitted by Pitz Quattrone… on Fri, 05/06/2022 - 13:58

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My favorite summer festival is one that features incredibly unique, professional, unsigned, independent artists that truly need a high-quality exposure event to boost their careers to a level so they can earn a decent living performing and recording their musical visions. Not sure that one exists? If it does, please let me know who I can reach out to in order to be considered for a performance slot.

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Submitted by Robertbob59 on Fri, 05/20/2022 - 07:44

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@Pitz Quattrone that's a Great Idea ...Lot of great Artist that need to be Heard and are Pushed Aside by Weaker mainstream Garbage . ya can't even go to these new millennial shows . to many nonsense Bands music . ya have to wait for a Solid group to play .
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