Promoting education, preservation & restoration of the natural & cultural resources of Russian River area State Parks
The Old Grove Festival
September 17, 2011
Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve
The AnnualOld Grove Festival takes place at the historic Redwood Forest Theater in Armstrong Redwoods SNR. This beautiful open-air theatre was built in the 1930s. Concerts and theatrical events took place there for decades until the theater was closed in the 1980s out of concern for natural resource protection. In 2006, the theater was reopened for limited use. Event reservations are limited to alleviate environmental impacts and due to parking limitations.
The Old Grove Festival features an outstanding variety of musical and theatrical productions that help Stewards raise funds to support our educational and stewardship programs, as well as, continued advocacy for ALL State Parks.
DIRECTIONS: From River Road in Guerneville, travel 2 miles north on Armstrong Woods Rd
ADMISSION: Each show—General: $25.00, Children (5-12): $10.00 (One child ages 5-10 will be admitted for free with one paying adult); Redwood Circle: $40.00 (First 4 rows) TICKETS: This is a ticket-less event - your name will be placed on a reservation list at the gate. Tickets are non-refundable however they are transferable (use the name the tickets were issued under or email info@oldgrovefestival.org to change the name on your reservation).Tickets will be on sale through our online box office until Thursday, September 15th at Noon. After that, if tickets are still available they can be purchased at the gate on the day of the show. Tickets are limited- check this web page to find out if the show is sold out.
SEATING: First come, first serve in section purchased (Reserved seats for group purchases) The benches are wooden. You might want to bring a pad to sit on for your comfort.
PARKING: Parking within the park is free with admission. (Walking up to ¾ mile may be required; bring flashlights, seat cushions & warm clothes; shuttles provided for those in need). Shuttle service begins 1/2 hour before the gates open.
Those with special needs should call (707) 869-9177 for specific parking information.
FOOD AND BEVERAGES: Food, beverages, including wine and beer will be sold at each event. Picnics are welcome, however no alcohol may be brought into the theater. The Great BBQ Feast tickets are sold out.
Dogs and other domesticated pets are not allowed in the theater area. Smoking is prohibited in the theater.
2011 Old Grove Festival Date - September 17
The Best Intentions - "Groove in the Grove" Showtime: 7:00 pm
The Best Intentions are an unforgettable experience of the great Motown acts of the 60's, 70's and 80's, featuring dynamic tributes to The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles and Gladys Knight & The Pips. You can't resist dancing to these fabulous Classics.
Gates open at 4:00. Food and beverages for sale including wine/beer bar.
Great Feast tickets pre-sold for designated time periods.
Pre-show entertainment: 4:00 - 6:00 pm - The Sticky Notes
The Mighty Chiplings have been performing for Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods' events for the past five years. Their extraordinary talent has earned them a spot as our Opener for this year's Old Grove Festival.
The Great Feast
Tickets are now on sale for The Great Feast. In order to facilitate a timely serving schedule, guests will be able to purchase tickets for 1/2 hour time slots during which can must pick up their food. Feast tickets will be available at Will-Call on the day of the show.
MENU
BBQ Chicken (leg and thigh), homemade potato salad, fabulous cole slaw, and baked beans
Veggie Option includes marinated BBQ Tofu plus all the above fixins.
Note: This is a ticketless event, which means that your name will be on a reservation list at the gate. Please bring your email receipt for verification. Tickets are limited and non-refundable; however, they are transferable. Email info@oldgrovefestival.org to change the name on your reservation.
Purchasing Tickets
Online Sales (until Noon on Thursday, September 15th) - Tickets are available for purchase through our new online paypal system for no additional fees. PayPal takes Visa, Mastercard, AMEX and Discover cards. You do not have to sign up for paypal to use this system.
By Mail - Please include show, price level and number of tickets (include email/phone number)
Mail to: Stewards, P.O. Box 2, Duncans Mills, CA 95430
In Person or by Phone - Tickets can be purchased at the Stewards office at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve or by phone. Please call (707) 869-9177 for hours and directions.
Festival Producers - The Old Grove Festival is produced by Jim and Kathy Ocean of Community Concerts.
2011 SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORS
Stewards is very grateful to the following Special Event Sponsors. Their generosity helps us bring you these special events! Sponsorship Opportunities are still available. CLICK ON THE SPONSOR LOGO TO GET TO THEIR WEB SITE.
Thanks to Sonoma Uncorked for advertising our events on their website. A great resource for Sonoma events, information about Sonoma wineries and much more!
The Annual Old Grove Festival takes place at the historic Redwood Forest Theater in Armstrong Redwoods SNR. This beautiful open-air theatre was built in the 1930s. Concerts and theatrical events took place there for decades until the theater was closed in the 1980s out of concern for natural resource protection. In 2006, the theater was reopened for limited use. Event reservations are limited to alleviate environmental impacts and due to parking limitations.
PARKING: Parking within the park is free with admission. (Walking up to ¾ mile may be required; bring flashlights, seat cushions & warm clothes; shuttles provided for those in need). Shuttle service begins 1/2 hour before the gates open.
The Best Intentions - "Groove in the Grove"
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