Hi dear ones, it's June! Well, it's still May today, actually. It's May 30th, Memorial Day, and I'm sending respect, appreciation and love to those who didn't return from past wars and their families who lost them. I dream of a day when we don't need stupid war.  

I hope this finds you feeling well. The wave of covid is crashing all around us but if you're vaxed you're gonna be ok, it appears. And once you get it AND you're vaxed your immunities are super duper strong, I hear. Almost literally everyone I know has now gotten it and is getting over it, including Jonny and I, although I think the home tests are iffy. Either way, I'm due for the boost so I'm skittish af when leaving the property. To hug or not to hug, and the weird feelings that ensue. Plus, guns. *sigh* Thanks for being on this planet going through the same weird shit with me. Life is hard, frustrating, horrific, beautiful and we're gonna get through it together, friends. Will you hit me back and tell me what you're doing to help you cope with the world? I'd love to hear from you. Ok, music, take us away!!

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This month's Listen Local Show features folks from the high desert, San Diego, London, Virginia and beyond and as always, the genres are all over the place and awesome. Our favorite regulars and a few new friends, too, introduce each of their songs. Get ready for some trippy experimental and instrumental numbers to expand your mind. It's now playing on soundcloud or search Listen Local Radio wherever you get your podcasts.

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The summer approaches!! The desert is a steamy bitch July through September so June is the last month to spend any quality time outdoors. I'm hosting a "random jam" campout the last weekend in June. If you're interested holler at me at [email protected] 

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Calamity is super excited to announce our forest concert on July 17th in Sugarloaf, Ca. Grab a cabin in nearby big bear and let's sing songs under the trees! This shin dig takes place on a private community stage at Rich Swanson's house and he'll be donating part of the proceeds to Dove's Thrift Store and the work they do to help the community. Get all the information at Heycalamity.com/sugarloaf we can't wait to spend time with you! 

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Let's take pictures! Book your session at Hart Acres including a stay in the Casita, dinner and breakfast PLUS styling from The Green Room. We'll whip up some unique, artsy, and affordable portraits. Contact [email protected] for info or to book a date. 

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That's about it, friends. There are 3 new episodes of Listen Local Lounge at Satellite in the Q. We're taking another month off of the virtual song circle, we'll be back on zoom in August. In the meantime, grab your tickets to Berkley Hart Music Camp in October before they're gone! Thank you THANK YOU thank you to those of you who subscribe here on Patreon, you make it possible to continue sharing music and art and creative folks. If you're not yet a subscriber, you can help us continue for as little as $2 a month. THANK YOU!!

Until next month, stay safe out there! Love you!

Cathryn