(Tallahassee, FL) – Save the date, November 12, 2016, for the 8th Annual Pat Ramsey Benefit for Big Bend Hospice at Bradfordville Blues Club in Tallahassee, Florida from 1pm-12am (at the earliest). This will be the eighth year benefiting Big Bend Hospice in Pat’s honor. Ramsey was a well known and loved person, musician and blues singer around the globe. He passed away on Nov. 17, 2008 in the care of Hospice. His music lives on and he is remembered in the hearts of his family, friends and fans. Free for age 12 and under or if you like… give a donation.
“This Was His Wish, To Give Back!”
This year’s performance line-up for the event:
BBC Stage (Inside)
2:30-3:30 – Jim Crozier Band
4:00-5:00 – Deja Blu
5:30-6:30 – Brett Wellman & The Stone Cold Blues Band
7:00-8:00 – Bridget Kelly Blues Band
8:30-9:30 – Wanderfoot
10:00-12:00 Frank Jones Band with special guest appearances by:
Jason Ricci
Dave Renson
Mike Howell
Missippy James
Broadcasted live on 106.1FM and http://www.1061thepath.com
Saw Stage (Outside)
1:30-2:30 – RoadHouse
3:00-4:00 – Hub Chason & The Good Little Chickens
4:30-5:30 – Scott Campbell with Tall Combo
6:00-7:00 – Jerry Thigpen Trio
7:30-9:00 – Major Bacon with special guest Jason Ricci
Fire Stage (Acoustic outside under the oaks and starry skies)
2:30-3:00 – Mike Howell & Sarah Fisher
4:00-4:30 – Common Taters
5:30-6:00 – Chris Skene
7:00-7:30 – Sarah Jeanne Fisher
9:00-Till she’s tired – Debi Jordan
All of the participating bands and musicians are giving their time and talent for Big Bend Hospice. All have their own experiences with hospice and they also want to give back for the love and care given to their loved ones, and for the love they had for Pat. Please remember when you are at the event to let these musicians know how much they are appreciated. We want this year to be our best year yet so tell all your friends!
There will be a silent auction as well as a 50/50 drawing, numerous raffles throughout the day, with a big raffle item for the final drawing. All proceeds are going to Big Bend Hospice in Pat Ramsey’s name. If you can’t attend the event and would like to show your support by making a donation in Pat Ramsey’s name, you can do so at bigbendhospice.org . Click the “Make A Gift” link.
Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and we hope to see you there! Bring your children – there’s plenty of room for them to play. Free for age 12 & under or if you wish… give a donation.
Gates Open at 1pm, rain or shine! Food will be available on site. Admission is $20/Person, and children 12 and under are no charge. There are $5 campsites.
NOTE: Please, no pets, no coolers and no alcoholic drinks not bought at the club. This event is about respect, and this part of it. Overnight rough camping and RV parking space is available and encouraged. DO bring chairs, blankets, bug spray, cameras and good attitudes!
To inquire about sponsorship opportunities and auction and raffle item donations, contact Debbi Ramsey at (850) 597-6131 or debbiramsey@gmail.com.
Bradfordville Blues Club, 7152 Moses Lane, Tallahassee, FL 32309 (850) 906-0766
Pat Ramsey Legacy Facebook Page
