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A marketing group sent me the latest CD, "How About Now," by Kenny Loggins. I had forgotten how good his music is since it had been so long since I heard him. In the 1980s I went to see him perform at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, Calif. I then had a brief stint of living in a coed dorm where I drowned out the sounds of students playing floor hockey on the floor above me by putting on headphones every night and listening to the peaceful acoustic sounds of Loggins on tape.

If anybody ever liked the music of Loggins before, I think you would appreciate his new CD. It surprised me that the second song on the CD is a re-recording of "A Love Song."

Loggins will be on tour this summer, with many appearances across the U.S., the closest one at Homewood Mountain Resort in Homewood on the west shore of Lake Tahoe on July 24. For more information, visit www.KennyLoggins.com.

Until next week, keep on playin!'

Remember, to keep this going, I have to hear from you. Just a little e-mail (jrafferty@recordcourier.com) or a phone call (782-5121, ext. 210) or even a fax (782-6152) is all I need to put your musical entertainment information in this column at no charge to you. If you send it, I'll even try to get a photo in to go with it. Details are needed by noon on Wednesday.

So, with a "One, two - one, two, three, four":

Entertainment at Sharkey's

Entertaining in the Horseshoe Bar today and Saturday from 8 p.m. until midnight will be Robin Turley. Turley is fast becoming a Sharkey's favorite with his rock 'n' roll and country classics. He has toured world wide, and now lives and entertains in Western Nevada. Sharkey's Casino is located at 1440 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Information, 782-3133.

Christian concert starts today

George Whorley, pastor at the House of Praise in Gardnerville, has organized a Christian concert he hopes to make a tradition in Carson Valley.

The free concert will be 6:30-8:30 p.m. both today and Saturday in Minden Park. The concert will feature music by the Christian band Divine Calling, Missouri guitarist Larry Carter, singer Tyler Sullivan of Citrus Heights, Calif., and master of ceremonies Gary Harding, who hosts KYCC 88.1 FM Christian radio.

For more information, call pastor Whorley at the House of Praise, 1219A Service Drive, Gardnerville, 691-5649.

Jammin' on Eddy St.

On Sunday, 2:30-5 p.m. at the Eddy Street Book Exchange, local musicians will host an acoustic jam. If you play any kind of acoustic instrument, join them for a song. Folks who don't play, but who may want to sing along or just listen, are invited to join in. All levels of experience are welcome. Please bring a few copies of the lyrics, chord or tab sheets (not many of them read music). The Eddy Street Book Exchange is located at 1225 Eddy St., Gardnerville. Information, 782-5484.

Who's at The Bank?

David Jobe will be playing jazz and blues tunes 6:30-10:30 p.m. today at The Bank Parlor & Pub.

Saturday, Tony Sanders is back at The Bank. Come listen to music from the '50s through the present from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Sanders plays a blend of rockabilly, country, folk and rock 'n' roll - from The Beatles to The Stones, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Willie and Waylon to Neil Diamond, Green Day and more.

Also, Saturday evening GE Energy is hosting a pub crawl throughout the Carson Valley with the money raised going to Relay for Life. The Bank will be the second stop on the pub crawl.

The Bank now has open mic on Thursday nights, hosted by Dean Brownell. Brownell plays a variety of instruments including rhythm and lead guitar, keyboards, bass guitar and congas and is both a lead and a backup singer. Come play solo or accompanied by others. Bring your instruments.

Call for start date on a new Wednesday night karaoke.

The Bank Parlor & Pub is located at 1596 Esmeralda Ave. Call 783-4770 for information.

Wild Card tonight

Today, 8 p.m. to midnight, Wild Card will perform at Buckaroos Saloon. The group entertains with blues, rock and country.

Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight Ted Nagel will host karaoke.

Open mic with Mark Kuniya from 1-5 p.m. on Sunday.

Wednesday from 8-11 p.m. Dale Jantzen will host karaoke.

Buckaroos is located at 1435 Highway 395 in Gardnerville. Information, call general manager Steve Orlando, 782-9693.

Villa After Dark

Today beginning at 8 p.m. Villa After Dark will be presented at Villa san Marcel. Starting at 5 p.m. dinner is "rustic" Italian cuisine, followed by a piano bar.

Live music is featured on Saturday night with Me & Bobby McGee at 8 p.m. June Joplin sings classics backed by keyboardist-pianist Bob Reid.

Villa san Marcel is located at 1799 Ironwood Drive, between Danny's Ironwood Grill and the Mandarin Gourmet. For more information call 783-4987.

Music at Backroads

Backroads Bar & Grill, 2244 Meridian Blvd., off Airport Road presents:

Saturday, in conjunction with Magiko's Wings of Change event at the Tahoe-Minden Airport, Wild Card will perform at 2 p.m. The group entertains with blues, rock and country.

Information, 782-3966.

Music is always Inn

American Made continues through Sunday, Shabang returns Tuesday through June 24 and various duos entertain on Monday nights. Cabaret Lounge live entertainment is presented with no cover and no minimum. The 45-minute shows start at 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m.

American Made moves between oldies, R&B, rock, jazz and country.

Shabang is a veteran band of musicians who entertain with classics from R&B, country and rock 'n' roll.

This week's scheduled Monday night group is The Millionaires.

The Carson Valley Inn is located on Highway 395 in Minden. For information visit www.cvinn.com or call 782-9711.

Rockin' the Ranchos

Boodler's Bar and Grubshack, formerly The Stone Pony, has music planned every weekend. Monday is karaoke night beginning at 8 p.m., Wednesday open mic is at 8 p.m. and on Saturday live music by Rad-Ral the "human juke box" also starts at 8 p.m.

Boodler's Bar and Grubshack is located at 1302 Langley Drive in the Gardnerville Ranchos. For information, call owners Keith Endlich or Jeffery Shackleton at 265-8841.

Two trios at Walley's

Every Wednesday and Thursday night music can be heard while dining at David Walley's Resort, Hot Springs and Spa, 2001 Foothill Road, Genoa.

-- The Big Tsunami plays every Wednesday, 6-9 p.m. at Walley's. The Big Tsunami performs island, contemporary and traditional music, as well as local standards.

-- On Thursdays from 5:30-9 p.m. the Red Davidson Trio performs "easy to listen to mainstream jazz" on bass, drums and piano.

Information, 782-8155.

Summer concerts at Minden Village

Douglas County will now experience a free, world-class concert on nearly every weekend of the summer.

On July 7 Seattle jazz guitarist Michael Powers will perform at 7 p.m. at Minden Village. Other performers of note will be acoustic rock pioneer John Batdorf, the leader of the highly acclaimed '70s group Batdorf and Rodney, and the Duo-Tones, two veterans of the '60s surf music scene who performed such hits as Pipeline, Wipeout and Mr. Moto.

All shows are free with donations to the artists accepted. The entire concert schedule can be viewed online at www.UncommonConcerts.com or call Douglas Reynolds at 220-0995 for more information. Minden Village is located at the northeast corner of Highway 395 and Lucerne Street in Minden.

Summer concerts at Minden Park

The future line-up for the free Summer Concert Series at Minden Park includes: the Comstock Cowboys on July 13; the Jeff Jones Band on July 27; the John Jorgenson Quintet on Aug. 10; and the Michael Powers Band on Aug. 24.

The Concerts in the Park, presented by the Douglas County Parks & Recreation Department, are from 6:30-8:30 p.m., with the exception of the last concert, the Michael Powers Band, which will perform from 6-8 p.m. All concerts are held at Minden Park.

The Minden/Douglas Elks Lodge No. 2670 will provide food and non-alcoholic beverages for sale, but many families like to bring their own picnic dinners. For more information, call the parks and recreation department at 782-9828.

Free ukulele lessons for young musicians

This summer free ukulele lessons will be offered at the Eddy Street Book Exchange by local musician David Smith. Musicians 8 to 14 are welcome. The lessons will start in June and will be held on Sunday afternoon. There will be a $20 charge for a ukulele and music materials. The lessons will be free. Call 782-5484 for more information.

Evening at the Comstock

The annual charity dinner, live/silent auction and concert to benefit children with autism, An Evening on the Comstock, will take place on Aug. 4 at Buffalo Creek Ranch, 319 Jones Lane, Gardnerville. The event features music by David John and the Comstock Cowboys. Tickets are $100 and are available at Casa Bella Home & Garden Center in Minden, Glen Eagles Restaurant in Carson City and online at FeatOfTheCarsonValley.org. Tee off to benefit FEAT the day before on Aug. 3. The FEAT benefit weekend begins Aug. 3 with the Buffalo Creek Invitational Golf Tournament at Genoa Lakes Golf Course. To register for the golf tournament or to sponsor the event, e-mail dms@buffalocreekranchnv.com or for information visit www.FeatOfTheCarsonValley.org or call 782-4138.

-- Jo Rafferty is the People editor at The Record-Courier.