Best Things

Sometimes it seems like everybody's trying to sell you something. It's not their job to remind you that the best things in life are free, but we can take it upon ourselves to do that right here.

Fresh air. Sunshine. Cool, clear water. We should all be able to enjoy these beautiful basics without having to ante up.

That said, there's plenty of goods and services out there worth the asking price. Use your purchasing power wisely, but don't deny yourself a slice of the finer things.

And what could be finer than music that moves you or makes you want to move. For examples of where to find such, see below.

The McMusical Calendar

Saturday, August 19
The Birddog Blues Band plays a private party somewhere. Why are we telling you if you're not invited? Because you, or someone you know, may be planning a party and now you know who to call for entertainment.

Saturday, August 26
The Birddog Blues Band plays another private party! Why are we telling you? See above.

Friday, September 1
Once again, The Birddog Blues Band returns to Edgerton and the Lake House Inn (1612 E. Hotel Drive). 6 to 9? or 7 to 10 pm?

Saturday, September 2
Faux Fawn opens up The Dig In!, a curated line-up of independent, original Wisconsin acts at the Eastside Club at 2 pm. Catch their set and stay for Redshift Headlights, The Present Age, Jane Hobson, and Free Dirt (featuring Robby Schiller). $10 admission. Rain or shine. (Did we mention the spacious lawn and panoramic views, Tiki Bar and food?)

Sunday, September 3
The Birddog Blues Band plays the back yard at Toffler's in New Glarus. Afternoon! 3 to 6 pm.

Monday (Labor Day), September 4
The Birddog Blues Band whoop up the holiday on the patio at Club La Mark, just off the intersection of Hwy 51 and East Washington Avenue. Afternoon.

Saturday, September 16
The Dave Potter Blues Band (supported by members of The Birddog Blues Band) plays highwire blues in Baraboo at the Ringling Mansion. (Check back for details.)

Friday, September 22
Birddog Blues Band be back at the Lake House Inn in Edgerton. 6 to 9 pm.

Saturday, September 30

Birddog Blues Band plays the Capitol Square in Madison midday. Check back for details.

Friday, October 6
The Birddog Blues Band returns to the Hop Garden backyard in picturesque Paoli. 5 to 8 pm.