Billy has just completed Volume 5, the fourth 100 tunes, of his 500 Fiddle Tunes project. Way to go Billy! All five volumes are available at here.
Once again, it will soon be time for the Billy Mathews "Super Bowl" fiddle work-shop, held in Mountain View, Arkansas. This 9th Annual work-shop will be held the week-end of 3-4 February, at The Inn at Mountain View.
Scheduling is as follows:
Work-shop rate is $50.00, IF you're staying at The Inn. Room rates and reservations at the Inn are available by e-mailing theinnatmountainview@gmail.com. See also their web site here or call 1-800-535-1301.
For locals, and those who desire to stay somewhere other than The Inn, the work-shop rate is $65.00There are a maximum of 20 available slots for the work-shop. Guests of The Inn have first dibs on the available slots. After that, it is a first-come, first-served basis.
So, for those staying at The Inn, call Mark and Jo Ann for your reservations. For everyone else, contact me, and I'll keep the list. The higher on the list you are, the better your chances of getting one of the slots.
These workshops usually fill to capacity, and I expect 2012 to be no different, sour economic-times not-with-standing.Hope to see yaw' there! Holler if you've got any questions.
Martin m-d@martin-darrell.com
Surprise your loved one this Valentines with a Romantic get-away in the Ozark Mountains! Feb. 10-11th, 2012
2 nights accommodation's *light appetizers Friday night *Rose and Sweets in gift basket for each room *Saturday night candlelight dinner at 5:00 pm. with live romantic music
Fire in the fireplace
Framed gift/picture of couple
Refreshments Saturday afternoon
Romantic videos on the big screen in the game room
Package Price $289 plus tax
Roses, Candy, or Gift Baskets available for additional cost.
Extra addition to your weekend:
Show at The Theater Saturday Evening. Ozark Folk Center Music show 7:00pm Saturday Concert in White Oak Theater Building.
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Enjoy a day of fantastic music starting with Cupid in the Caverns, to be followed by a delightful meal at the Skillet Restaurant, topped off with a concert at the Ozark Folk Center.
Dinner at: 6:00 PM. will include your choice of Prime Rib, Cornish Game Hen or Vegetarian and soup, salad, baked potato, vegetable blend, yeast rolls, drink and cheese cake. (Reservations Required).
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a wonderful weekend of music and ultimate pleasurable dining at the Ozark Folk Center. Don't forget to Add "Cupid in the Caverns" to your romantic weekend!
New and traditional love songs performed in the stunning Blanchard Springs Caverns.2:30 and 4:30 each day.
Show at The Theater Saturday Evening. Ozark Folk Center Music show 7:30pm Saturday Concert in White Oak Theater Building. (Reservations Required).
Spend three days tucked away in the Ozark Mountains learning new quilting techniques, quilting with friends and being pampered by our cabins and restaurant staff. This package includes breakfast and lunch, lodging, instructor fees, and applicable taxes. It does not include supplies and materials.
Get away from it all and just Quilt!
$225.00 total (price includes workshop fees, lodging, breakfast, lunch, & deposit) – Based on double occupancy - bring a friend!
$285.00 total (price includes workshop fees, lodging, breakfast, lunch, & deposit) – Based on single occupancy or a non-retreat partner sharing a room
For your non-quilting partner, craft classes are available in blacksmithing, wood carving, broom tying, basket weaving, 4-harness weaving and more. To arrange a class, email Jeanette Larson at ozarkfolkcenter@arkansas.com
$165.00 total (price includes workshop fees, breakfast, lunch, & deposit) – No lodging
Registration deadline is 2-1-12, the entire amount is due at the time of registration.
Students are expected to bring their own sewing machine and supplies from a list provided by the teacher when they sign up. Some supplies and materials may be available for purchase from your instructor.
Getaway Includes:
*2 full home cooked breakfasts
*complimentary teas
*hot chocolate, cold chocolates, & dark chocolates
*pedicures, manicures
*1 hour massages
*fire in the fireplace
*gift basket
*popcorn, drinks and a chick flick movie in our game room
on the big screen TV. Women Only!
Remember guys…Valentines is Monday Feb. 14th…This is a great gift idea!
Complete package for 2 girls, 2 Nights and one room is $375.00
Massages, pedicures, and manicures provided by the professionals from: Cutters Cottage in Mt. View with Amy Thomas and Sandy Walker.
Location: Allison is located along the White River at the junctions of Highways 5, 9, & 14. It is 5.9 miles north of Mountain View.
Racer Check In and Start: Racers can check in Friday February 17, 2012 from 4pm - 11pm. Check in will be held on the front porch of Anglers Restuarant in Allison, AR. Both races will start from Anglers parking lot. The 50k will begin at 7am and the 25k at 8am.
Course: 50k - Out and back course on 14.5 miles of trail and 1 mile of pavement. Two water crossings at approximately 2 miles and 30 miles.
25k - Out and back course 7.25 miles of trail and 1 mile of pavement. Two water crossings at approximately 2 miles and 14.5 miles.
Awards: Overall male and female. Finishers’ awards.
Entry Fee: 50K: $60 by December 9, 2011. 25K: $60 by December 9, 2011. (Yes, the same for both races now) NO REFUNDS. NO DAY OF RACE SIGNUP. NO INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY. No refunds means no refunds, no inclement weather policy means there is no inclement weather policy. Regardless of weather or course changes, the 2012 Sylamore 50k will start at 7am and the 25k will start at 8am. Again, no refunds, no inclement weather policy. No exceptions.
Sweatshirts: All entries received by December 9, 2011 will receive a sweatshirt.
Weather: In February, Arkansas’ weather can be freezing or in the 70’s. Be prepared for any weather conditions and dress accordingly.
Markings: This course is a well-traveled hiking trail & is marked with silver triangles and brown plastic posts. We will not place additional markings on the trail. However, we will use tape to mark aid stations and use flour to mark areas where the trail enters and leaves roads.
Aid: You will need to carry a water bottle. Aid stations will be approximately five miles apart. Water, Gatorade, soda and food items will be provided. NO DROP BAGS.
Cut Off: 9 hours. This is strictly enforced. The finish line closes at 4:00 P.M.
Course Record: David Riddle - 3:31:44 - 2011, Magdelena Font - 4:49:54 - 2004, Tamara Zagustin - 4:49:54 - 2004
This twice-annual event is held at the Ozark Folk Center and is sponsored by the Mountain View Blue Grass Association. The Skillet Restaurant and Smokehouse will be open during this event
The Handpicked and Handmade Craft Show is an annual show that is held in the Ozark Folk Center Craft Village in conjunction with the Mountain View Spring Bluegrass Festival.
Vendor application deadline is March 1. Nonprofit groups receive special rates on booths. Admission is free.
50K: This run will take place on the Syllamo trails. Full aid stations will be provided at approximately 4-8 miles apart. 50 MILE: "This is where the fun starts". This run will be held on the Sylamore and Syllamo trails that winds, climbs and descends through the beautiful Sylamore Ranger District including several creek crossings, past scenic vistas and bluffs and through dense forest. Full aid stations will be located approximately 4-9 miles apart. 20K: This run will take place on the Syllamo trails. Aid will be provided at the halfway point.
Individual or Team: Along with the individual stage event we offer a team stage event. Two person all male, all female or coed team members will run together during each days run. Team members must stay within 100ft of each other throughout the run and must cross the finish line together. Both team members must finish each day's run to complete the stage.
Race Fees: Individual Stage entry fee $130, Team Stage entry $260 or $55 for 50k, $65 for 50mi. and $25 for 20k individually before February 9. After February 9 the Individual Stage entry fee will be $170, Team Stage entry $340 or $70 for 50k, $80 for 50mi. and $35 for 20k individually. Entry fee will include giveaways, great race bags and meals after both the 50k and 50mi.
REFUND POLICY: 100% refund before 12/15/2011; 50% refund 12/16/2011 thru 1/15/2012; NO REFUND after 1/16/2012.
Stage entries are limited to 100. Total entries are limited to 200.
Location: Race headquarters will be at Blanchard Springs Campground pavillion. All races will start and end at Blanchard Springs Campground.
Times and Cut-Offs: The 50k will start at 9:00 AM, 9:00hr cut-off (check-in begins at 8:00AM), the 50mi. will start at 6:00 AM, 14hr cut-off (check-in begins at 5:00AM) and the 20k will start at 9:00 AM, 6hr cut-off (check-in begins at 8:00AM).
Markings: Courses will be marked with flour and surveyors ribbon. This is a trail run and it will be marked like a trail run, you must stay alert and watch for markings. We do our best to mark the trail sufficiently. Stage and 50mile entrants bring your light.
Important: NO WHINING!!! Really Important: NO COMPLAINING!!!
Awards: Awards ceremonies will be held after the completion of the stage for overall male and female, male team, female team and coed team. Awards will also be given to the overall male and female for the 50k, 50mi. and 20k individually. All Stage finishers will receive a really cool custom award hand crafted by a local artist .
Drop Bags / Grub: Drop bags may be put out on the 50K and 50mi only.
Post race meal and refreshments prepaired by Cal will be provided to entrants and guest after the 50K and 50mi. Over the past few years I noticing how much waste we were generating, So in 2011 we made some changes to help be a little more GREEN. We do not provide bowls, plates, utensils or cups during the meal. So bring your own and we will provide the rest. This will help us generate less going to the landfill. Thanks
This Thursday-Saturday session of Folk School allows you to learn a craft without having to take a full week away from your real life.
Three days focused on learning or expanding your knowledge of a craft. Designed for Folks who can’t get away for a whole week, this Folk School session offers a unique listing of hands-on craft classes. There is a special Folk Kids School for the 8-11 age group.
The original Ozark Folk School, this session starts with a meet and greet on Monday morning and includes social time during the week, touring local craft studios; listening to music; watching videos of the Center's original crafts people and more.
Class fees vary.
Registration for this session of Folk School is open. There is a non-refundable registration fee due at the time you sign up; the remainder of your class fee is due to the instructor at the beginning of class. Instructors accept cash or check.
The non-refundable registration fee is $75.
All classes need a minimum number of students to make.
Hosted by: The Inn at Mountain View, March 23-24 2012
Package includes:
*Friday night heavy hors d'oeuvresNotice: Check-in by 6:00 PM Friday. Adults only. We must have at least 7 rooms booked to have weekend. If we cancel it there will be no charge to you. One of the problems that can occur and potentially wreck a murder mystery weekend is last minute cancellations. Therefore, we ask that you pay in full to hold the reservation. We know, however, that unforeseen circumstances can come up, so we do give refunds according to the lead time of a cancellation. These are:
*30 days or earlier, we can give you a full refundPackage price $350.00 plus tax for each room excluding:
Rebecca's Hide-away package $385.00 plus tax.
The Garden Suite package $440.00 plus tax.
No online booking: call for reservations:1-800-535-1301 or 1-870-269-4200
Pre-registration is required by March 30, 2012.
On Friday, bring a sack lunch, water, walking stick and dress for the weather. Come rain or shine, wild plant enthusiasts will board the Ozark Folk Center bus at 9 a.m. for a fieldtrip to the homestead of local Stone County plants-man, Paul White. His property showcases greenhouses, ephemeral wildflowers and herbs, spring-fed creeks and a restored wetland. The trails range in difficulty between easy and very challenging. Walk lightly-used, rocky, footpaths along wooded mountainsides to visit sensitive plant communities. Expect frequent resting and interpretive programming. Sasha Daucus, of the Golden Light Center in Doniphan, Missouri, is one of the featured hike leaders and will present, Deep Ecology in Herbalism. The practical study of plants and their uses is a particularly inviting door to experiencing deep appreciation and wordless connection; especially when you are with the herbs in their habitat.
Trail leaders range in age between 40 and 60 years of age and will set an easy pace. However, participants should be physically-able, fit and accustomed to strenuous outdoor activities such as hiking or jogging. Please register only if you can meet these criteria.
On Saturday, enjoy a Spring Greens Cooking Class with Jeanette Larson and her students followed by a Seasonal, Wild Greens and Herbal Luncheon. Susan Belsinger will take on The Bitters Truth. Susan is a culinary artist who will bring a collection of bitters that she keeps on hand, including some of her own creations. She will discuss their medicinal uses and how they are incorporated at home, as well as how wildly popular they are now in the commercial restaurant and bar industry. There are many different flavors including Angostura®, Peychaud®, lemon, lime, bitter and blood orange, grapefruit, rhubarb, mint, maple, Aztec chocolate and more. Participants will learn the bitter herbs and spices, how to make bitters and will taste a variety of flavors in sparkling water and on ice cream. Tina Marie Wilcox will present A Simple Introduction to Glycosides, those valuable compounds in plants that herbalists need to cherish and understand. The complete schedule of topics, speakers and fees will be announced here by December 22, 2011. Please sign up for the Ozark Folk Center’s e-letter to receive park news and Yarb Tales at www.ozarkfolkcenter.com
