18 th Annual Pie & Politics : Prosperity for ALL Wed ., July 23 , 7:00 Exhibits open at 6:30pm Free This year ’ s gathering will feature a set of 18 minute talks from members of our own area who share inspiring stories and / or ideas that can ignite our community . Our goal is simple and important -- to build momentum and take action on creating vibrant , self-reliant and thriving communities in the greater Chequamegon Bay area and beyond that build on the unique assets already in our region . We ARE better together . This requires that we understand that it is through collective action that we identify and spread the most innovative solutions and business models for creating healthier , sustainable , and prosperous communities . Presented by The Alliance for Sustainability A one-day Local Self-Reliance Summit will follow on July 24 from 9:00 to 4:00 at WITC .
Toad the Wet Sprocket
Opening set by : Crescent Moon Thurs ., July 24 , 7:30 Dance Alert Tickets : All Seats Reserved $ 39 Box Seats : $ 54 Toad the Wet Sprocket is an American alternative rock band formed in 1986 , consisting of four friends from Santa Barbara , California . The band consists of vocalist and guitarist Glen Phillips , guitarist Todd Nichols , bassist Dean Dinning , and drummer Randy Guss . They had chart success in the 1990s with singles which included “ Walk on the Ocean ”, “ All I Want ”, “ Something ’ s Always Wrong ”, and “ Fall Down .” From 1989-1998 , they made five studio albums which combined sold over four million copies , had five major radio hits , and won over audiences across North America and Europe .
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Opening set by : Uncle Lucius Fri ., July 25 , 7:30 Tickets : $ 35 /$ 45 /$ 55 Box Seats : $ 70 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is always the hit of the summer at the Big Top , dishing up their unique brand of Country Rock with hits like “ Mr . Bojangles ,” “ Fishing in the Dark ” and “ American Dream .” Nearing their 5 th decade together , the iconic band influenced an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music . With multi-platinum and gold records , strings of top ten hits and multiple Grammy , IBMA , and CMA Awards , the band ’ s accolades are mighty . Their groundbreaking “ Will The Circle Be Unbroken ” album has been inducted into the U . S . Library of Congress as well as the Grammy Hall of Fame and was reissued last year in vinyl for its 40th Anniversary . Sponsored by : Haukaas & Madison , S . C .
Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience with The Sauce Boss Sat ., July 26 , 7:30 Tickets : $ 20 /$ 28 /$ 38 Box Seats : $ 53 Pre-Show shrimp boil & show ticket $ 75 For nearly 30 years , Grammy-winning artist Terrance Simien , 8th generation Louisiana Creole , has been sharing his indigenous music that has become synonymous with the cultural identity of Louisiana . Leading his Zydeco Experience band , Simien has become one of the most respected and accomplished artists in American roots music today . Opening the show is our friend and chef , Bill “ Sauce Boss ” Wharton . Hailing from the Florida cypress swamp , The Boss brings his own hot sauce and cooks a big pot of gumbo , while smoking his slide guitar . At the end of the show , everyone gets a bowl .
Dance Alert We never know when spontaneous dancing or standing may break out . Please choose your seats accordingly .
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