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16 Nov 15 - 11:31 AM (#3751338) Subject: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said It's almost time to go to Bedworth Folk Festival again *hurrah* Malc has kindly programmed in a MudGather for us on Saturday 28th November in the downstairs bar/bistro at the Civic Hall, from 2.30 to 4pm. Alas, the Black Bank has changed hands and apparently is an 'eatery' now, so I guess that our perpetual traditional raffle prize has probably gone into the skip when they refurbished. However, I thought it would be fun if a few Catters could bring a possible substitute to the MudGather. Obviously it would need to be really 'naff' and we could decide which best suits our requirements at the Gather. I wasn't thinking of doing a 'MudRaffle' as such, but all 'attendees' could have a raffle ticket to see who takes it home. What do you think? Anyway, I'm hoping that the Civic Hall won't mind us eating chocolate, can anyone check? Or we'll find out on the day! So, who'll be at Bedworth then??? |
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16 Nov 15 - 12:25 PM (#3751351) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: WindhoverWeaver I'll be there. Can't believe it is so close--where did the time go? The new site will be an interesting experiment, I wonder how it will work out. As for a "naff" prize, I'll have to ask Rachel for ideas ;-) See you all soon. |
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16 Nov 15 - 03:52 PM (#3751413) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Lenny's mum (inactive) Hopefully we'll be there, not sure about a naff raffle prize though! Looking forward to it again, it's the start of Christmas with the switching on of Bedworth lights. |
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16 Nov 15 - 04:36 PM (#3751427) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: MoorleyMan Would love to be there, Hils, but can't yet say for definite as (a) I've not been invited this year and (b) things are really uncertain health-wise. |
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18 Nov 15 - 02:09 PM (#3751869) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said Glad you'll be along WW & Lenny's Mum. Sorry there's health difficulties MM, hope things improve for you! |
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23 Nov 15 - 08:24 AM (#3752877) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Joe Nicholson I have never been to a Mud Gather I wonder if someone would explain what happens. Joe Nicholson |
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23 Nov 15 - 09:40 AM (#3752893) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: GUEST,Brenda I should be able to make it this time as my duties fall right unless any alterations are needed, |
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23 Nov 15 - 11:46 AM (#3752927) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Herga Kitty Joe - it's an opportunity to put faces to Mudcat names, sing a song each, have a chat and (for those who are so inclined) to bring and share chocolate! Kitty |
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23 Nov 15 - 12:56 PM (#3752943) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said Come along Joe! All are welcome at a MudGather!! Glad you'll be able to make it Brenda! I've got my eye on a 'naff perpetual' prize, will see if it's still there tomorrow.... |
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23 Nov 15 - 02:14 PM (#3752962) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Joe Nicholson Thanks we shall be there and will look in Joe N |
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26 Nov 15 - 08:36 AM (#3753688) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said Excellent Joe, see you there & earlier in the Arts Centre too! Right, found my 'naff' prize, anyone else got one? |
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26 Nov 15 - 07:44 PM (#3753828) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Noreen I'll be missing Bedworth this year sorry- but for an ace reason- I've got a gig at the Royal Albert Hall!! Singing Handel's Messiah with The Really Big Chorus. Just a very big singaround really... looking forward to a tremendous Wall of Sound! :) |
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27 Nov 15 - 03:06 AM (#3753886) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: GUEST,my guru always said Oh Noreen, that sounds fabulous, I just love The Messiah!! You have a really good excuse & are excused, enjoy! Packing now, safe journeys everyone & don't forget your wellies! |
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27 Nov 15 - 05:31 AM (#3753916) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: bubblyrat Shame to miss it yet again, but Dartmoor , where I now live (South Zeal ) is a bit too far away !But I remember you all and wish you joy and peace and a happy "mudgather" . Roger |
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01 Dec 15 - 03:54 AM (#3754796) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said Sorry you couldn't maker it bubblyrat, but there's quite a folk scene around you so I guess you get lots of music!! We had a fabulous if unusual Mudgather IMHO! As we were right in the midst of the Festival Venues there were lots of Folkies included who may not be MudCatters, so the Register has gone a bit awry. We ran over by about an hour and segued into the following Singaround but we did managed to eat and share lots of chocolate with thanks to our hosts Malc & Gill and Bedworth Folk Club! Alas, the 'naff' prize idea didn't come to pass as it was forgotten in the rush till the majority of MudCatters had wandered off after the programmed finish time. So I've put my 'naff prize' entry safely away for next year, definitely a Winner though.... Anyway, onto the awry Register (some may be guests): ShortyBrenda Windhover Weaver Lenny's Mum & Malcolm (for a moment or so) Acorn4 & Julia Des Patalong & the Thrup'nny Bits (B G x 2?) C M Golby Noel Howlett Lesley Guy Roger & Jo Quigley Richard Atkins Sue Jones Duncan McFarlane & Ann Brivonese Webby Jo & Mo Nicholson Unicorn Man SaggyDiamond my guru always said Mick Pearce (MCP) Zany Mouse Graeme Knights Neil Parker Orca the Cat (Pete Grassby) Pete Cunningham (PJ?) And lots more Non-Catters who didn't sign the Register! And those spotted also at the Festival: MalcBedworth GillBedworth Moses and The Referee Herga Kitty & The Horologist Claire Bedworth Leraud Moose (not sure if you're a Catter) Merek'n'Dary AlcesterMarj Andrea (can't remember your MudCat name, sorry!) So, I'm sure I've missed loads of Catters, apologies!! Thanks for another fabulous Festival, full of good songs, music & Folkies!! See you next year..... |
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01 Dec 15 - 12:42 PM (#3754935) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: WindhoverWeaver Had wondered about the naff prize... I found the venue a bit off-putting, I'm afraid. Being at one end of the bar, I found it really hard to hear all that was going on. Still, there were lots of good performers and songs/tunes. |
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01 Dec 15 - 03:50 PM (#3754976) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Herga Kitty Thanks Hils - sorry we couldn't stay longer! Kitty |
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02 Dec 15 - 04:22 AM (#3755093) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said WW - yes, it was a tricky venue, especially as the majority of the tables were filled when we got there, probably due to the fabulous tune session that was going on. Maybe I should have asked them to stop earlier, that might have helped with tables spaces. Sorry David! Will be aware of this if it happens in that venue again.... Thanks Kitty, busy weekend & very busy Mudgather! |
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02 Dec 15 - 12:43 PM (#3755173) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: GUEST I had a great time thanks Hillary. Prolong up the bar.great singing and playing as ever. Love the unicornman. |
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02 Dec 15 - 05:09 PM (#3755218) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: Acorn4 I quite liked having the session in the cafe - also thought that not having it in the Black Bank brought it all together a bit more. There was a bit of a problem in having the music stall next to it - I wanted to try out an accordion but didn't want to disturb what was going on - their sales may have been a bit affected by this and perhaps it could be investigated to put them back in the foyer area next year. |
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07 Dec 15 - 12:56 PM (#3756452) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: My guru always said That's a valid point about the music stalls Dave! Worth mentioning to Malc!! |
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07 Dec 15 - 05:48 PM (#3756546) Subject: RE: MudGather Bedworth (UK) 28th Nov 2015 From: WindhoverWeaver I have been thinking about the gather and the bar and have a couple of thoughts: 1) Would it help to have a large poster of the sessions and times up in the bar? 2) Could the centre section of the bar be designated for the singarounds/music sessions when on (which could then overflow towards the ends)? 3) Agree with Dave about moving the music store back out, both for our benefit and for theirs. |