Junque Gypsies

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Saturday, November 16, 2013

JUNQUE GYPSIES AT STEEL WHEELS CONCERT AT 4^TH AND MAIN DOWNTOWN GRILLE, WRAY CO. NOV 9^TH.

Living in Northeast Colorado, there are definitely cultural challenges (or one would think there is not much to do in this part of “rurality”). This could not be further from the truth. Still newbies to the 4^th and Main concert scene, we soon found they were sold out for The Steel Wheels dinner/concert venue, we had the option of dinner at the restaurant upstairs and then seating for the concert and dessert. The atmosphere (in a former Oddfellows Lodge hall) is fun and inviting.. The upstairs restaurant has a variety of menu choices which made it difficult to choose only one. The food was outstanding and the service was spot on. That night I ordered beef tenderloin medallions prepared in a balsamic reduction. Others in company had roasted chicken breast, fish tacos and a Pasta Peppadew, which was outrageous (Stan, Barb’s husband, offered me a taste and I accepted).

The concert started a little bit late, but it was perfect timing. Seating only was lined up front and close to the stage. The place was sold out and packed. I was not prepared for the quality of music this group belted. “Based in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, this dynamic four-piece string band marries old-time musical traditions with their own innovative sound and lifestyle, generating a truly magnetic revival.”

While mingling during intermission and dessert (CHEESECAKE), it was interesting to find that people came from the Colorado front range and as far as McCook Ne.

JG Barb emailed me today and stated her household is still on a “Steel Wheels high”, listening to the CD’s they bought that night.

About the 4^th and Main Downtown Grille. http://www.4thandmaingrille.com/ EJ the genius and owner/ MC/host of restaurant and Listening Room on the lower level is a natural at what he does. When he is not researching and updating his ever evolving menu and managing the restaurant, he is also booking events and “house concerts”.

The night was one to remember and leaves me wanting more. For future Steel Wheels concerts, click on link. http://www.pollstar.com/resultsArtist.aspx?ID=188643

Taking note that on 6/13/14 they will be appearing in McCook, NE. at the Buffalo Commons Storytelling Festival.

Also, if one is wanting to make a long weekend, they will be appearing in Belle Plaine, Ks at the Bartlett Arboretum http://voices.yahoo.com/former-dixie-chick-robin-macy-revives-bartlett-1769329.html on 6/15/14. The historical Bartlett Arboretum was purchased from the family by former Dixie Chicks, Robin Macy, where she has tenderly and lovingly restored it with the help of the community. I think it would be a worthwhile trip to Belle Plaine next June to be a part of The Steel Wheels Concert experience. Rhonda

Monday, November 4, 2013

another great blog to check out....

http://theoldpaintedcottage.com/pages/cotm-archives-2013.htm

Monday, October 28, 2013

Holly Daze (October 26th)

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

FROM THE JUNQUE GYPSIES

This is our Holly Daze project for 10/26/13. We had so much fun preparing and participating in this event.

I want to thank my Junque Gypsies gals for their creative endeavors and collaborative efforts. I truly feel so blessed to have collided with these two artistic women. I think we are able to draw from each other that which inspires us. We are all so different but oh so complimenting of one another that it just seems to work …. Like a recipe of sorts, a little bit of this and a little bit of that and voala! Junque Gypsies events.

I look forward to our upcoming event on 11/23/13 for Women at Risk International. We are hosting an event at Barb’s to help raise funds for those women whose lives have been compromised. We look forward to seeing you all at this event. Don’t forget to mark it on your calendar. Details will follow.

Carmel Apple Tart Cookie ~ Brian (Rhonda's husband) and Joan (Rhonda's friend) collaborated on my cookie idea. What fun we had making these

Autumn Oak Leaves Cookie

Creepy Spider Cookie

Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Cookies ~ Thank you sooo much Joan D. for your expertise and assistance with this project. I could not have done this without your help and support. You truly are a great friend and a wonderful cookie decorator and baker.

Displayed were scrumptious treats from BAKED EXPECTATIONS by Junque Gypsy Rhonda, and MAD MOOSE CHEESECAKES by Junque Gypsy Barb. Samples of Chocolate Devil Cookie were given out. These were deep chocolate cookies with different kinds of powdered chili pepper added with the perfect balance of flavor. Loved Barb's Carmel and Cappuccino Cheesecake. There were Carmel Apple Pie Tarts and Halloween cookies, not to mention some Fall Leaves cookies. The cookies were flavored with a balance of vanilla bean, orange zest, algave nectar and cardamom. The flavor is rich and the cookie moist.

Entrance to Junque Gypsy booth, where many delights and frights were on display. We so enjoyed visiting with shoppers. The feedback was so very flattering.

Our Elegant Witch flew to Imperial, Nebraska where she is sure to conjure a welcoming spell in any room she resides

Some more of Halloween décor for sale

Junque Gypsy Erin beautifully displays her vintage jewelry magnets. Never know what she will think of next.

Beautiful Tapestry Journals by artistic Junque Gypsy Barb. she puts together a beautiful composition of fabric and tattered laces and trims, such that would inspire anyone to journal.

Junque Gypsy Erin takes vintage components of jewelry and buckles and such and makes gorgeous earrings, bracelets and necklaces. She is very versatile and makes seasonal decorations and enhances candles with vintage images on them. She always surprises us with her next creation.