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What do you get when you mix a Hootenanny with a 50th birthday party?

A Hawaii-Hootenanny 5-0!

And Saturday night Tom and I were lucky enough to attend one for Liane,

Ms. Hootenanny, herself.

What's a Hootenanny? Here's the official description from its Meet-Up site:

"These open jam sessions are open to all musicians at our outdoor woodsy stage. We keep it mainly acoustic, but we can hookup to some amps occasionally. We do our thing every Friday night and have a great time playing and enjoying newcomer talent. Not much of an audience yet, but we like it just fine! The core band is Linton Mancilla. Our style is a mixture of many, so we can play along with your songs, whatever they may be. We usually have guitar players, a keyboard setup, a mandolin player, a flautist, and some type of percussion (no trap sets yet please!) We start at about 7:00, and people just gradually show up. If this would interest you, please call for directions and such. We are on myspace, search for Linton Mancilla, and at http://www.sonicbids.com/LintonMancilla"

Ever wonder what a Texas-style Luau would be like?

Come along with me and I'll show you…

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You have Big John frying catfish.

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Eric grilling salmon.

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Cute couples dressing Island-style.

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Party decorations. Ahem.

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Arrival of the Birthday Girl.

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Cupcakes by Karen, Queen of Desserts

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Friends, Family and Food

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Surfing…

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Boots and fancy jeans…

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Instruments and musicians waiting patiently for…

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Music.

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And the full moon watching over it all.

The end.

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17 responses to “Book’em Danno!”

  1. Debbie B Avatar
    Debbie B

    Neither Si or I are musicians,but I sure do wish we lived in your neck of the woods so we would know your friends. I love the Hawaiian Hootenanny idea! I loved the “decorations” too. I can’t show these to Si or he will want to decorate the trees in our front yard. Did you play drums?

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  2. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    No! I should have right when I got there – Jim (Mr. Hootenanny) showed me the drums and told me I needed to play them, but I was too busy snapping photos. Then the real drummers arrived! Silly me. Next time…

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  3. walker Avatar

    I love it! You look like you have the best group of friends. I wanna live near you!

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  4. Gail Avatar

    Looks like a grand time was had by all! Love the decorations–especially the hubcaps hanging off the tree. That is SO Texas. LOL Unless those are musical instruments. :/
    Have a great day, Barbara!

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  5. Lady Fi Avatar

    What fabulous shots of a great time with friends… And those cupcakes – mouth-watering!

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  6. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    I guess the hubcaps could be instruments, but as far as I know, no one has played them (yet!) Hope you're having a great day!

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  7. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    You would have a blast! If you ever move close to Austin, let me know!

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  8. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    You would have a blast! If you ever move close to Austin, let me know!

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  9. cynthia eloise Avatar

    looks like fun, even a private swimming pool.

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  10. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Yep, a high society event all the way!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  11. brian Avatar

    ha. this looks like a blast…fun for all and then some…i want that at my 50!!

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  12. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    Just do it! That's the good thing about 50  – a huge sense of freedom!

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  13. Pearl Avatar

    Oh, how fantastic! And outdoors! ๐Ÿ™‚ After a very long winter, I am very much looking forward to outdoor parties!
    Pearl

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  14. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    When you're enjoying yours, think of us. We'll be stuck inside – it's almost too hot for outdoor parties already!

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  15. Wolf Pascoe Avatar

    I remember Hootenannies at summer camp. Of course, back in the day, we cognoscenti called them Hoots. Is Texas just one big summer camp? Sure looks it. Are summers humid in Austin? I could see movin’.

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  16. Barbara Shallue Avatar

    I've learned humidity is a relative thing. I grew up in Houston (a sauna in the summer!) so when we moved to Austin, it felt fantastic and dry. Now, fifteen years later, we complain about the humidity! But really, it is pretty awesome. I highly recommend it. And yes, parts of it are just like one big summer camp!

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  17. Jillsy Girl Avatar

    uh-oh…50 is beginning to look young! :-O

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