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NC Fresh Catch

June 8, 2013 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

NC Fresh Catch Saturday June 8th 1-7pm Moore Square Raleigh, NC

 

Saturday, June 8, 1 – 7 pm, Moore Square

The Hills To Holy Water Music Arts Tour is bringing local NC flavor and entertainment to downtown Raleigh. Join us for an afternoon in the park to support NC Catch fisheries, local farms and breweries and help raise money for Nourish International and the NC Coastal Federation. Menu items include a good ‘ol fashioned fish fry, steamed clams, an assortment of delectable seafood plates and cold craft beer. So bring a blanket and a chair and big appetites for NC Fresh Catch: Fresh Seafood, Fresh Music, Fresh Beer, Fresh Art. This is an all ages, kid friendly show.

Hills to Holy Water website.

NC Fresh Catch Tickets.

Performers

King Django is without question one of the oldest of the old school when it come to ska, rocksteady, reggae, dancehall and dub music in the New York City area. A seminal force in the American ska & reggae scene, he has made his name internationally as a bandleader, singer, songwriter, arranger, instrumentalist (trombone, ukulele, harmonica, melodica, etc.), Jamaican-Style ragamuffin MC, producer, studio engineer and label owner (Stubborn Records). As host of his regular “Version City” parties, Django has been instrumental in showcasing local and international talent in the ska and reggae scene for many years.

Tiny Boxes blends progressive musicality with groove together in a solid rock band package. Having the ability to navigate complex instrumental excursions with ease and tackle creatively crafted songs as well, Tiny Boxes is making waves on the music scene. Their live show is winning new fans and turning heads wherever they perform. Several noted shows have included members of Umphreys Mcgee, Mudvayne and moe. joining their musical foray.

the Dye Wells is a fresh collaboration that’ll keep you guessin’ and groovin’. The Dye Wells is a dynamic tribe of beings ready to light up the stages with soul drenched vocals, electrifying guitars, tasty keys and a pleasantly imposing rhythm section. Their sound is a step towards many styles and seeps with the authority and grit of authentic, original music. They are a best kept secret with a voice as sweet as sugar.

James Arthur “Boo” Hanks is an acoustic Blues guitarist, who began 75 years ago, with roots in the Piedmont string band and Blues traditions. He saved money for his first guitar by selling packets of garden seeds and it was with this guitar that he began picking out the same old-time songs he heard his father playing after long days in the tobacco field.

Other Activities

Silent Auction: The North Carolina Coastal Federation joins up with the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center for an incredible silent auction from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Unique coastal items will feature: An Ocracoke weekend with trip to Portsmouth Island, hand-carved shorebird decoy, coastal art, pottery, jewelry, autographed books by coastal authors, on the water trips and much more! 100% of the auction proceeds benefit the museum and the federation.

“Ten Minute Tune-Ups”: Cool off and get a 10 minute tune up at the message tent. Licensed massage therapists will be on location to help restore the day. Price: 4 Tickets.

Raffle: Throw in ticket halves and take a chance at winning prizes from surrounding local businesses. The raffles will commence on the main stage with the announcement of prizes and soon after buckets will circulate to collect your antes. To enter, simply tear your ticket(s) in half, keep one half and throw the other in. Prizes are announced after the following performance. Check back for a list of raffle items.

Partners & Sponsors

Nourish International, NC Coastal Federation, Ocracoke Fresh, OBX Catch, Locals Seafood, Carawan Seafood Co., NC 10%, Carolina Farm Stewardship Assoc., Battistella’s, Market Restaurant, Shop Local Raleigh, Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Heritage Center, Raleigh Rickshaw, R.A. Jeffreys, Natty Greene’s, Big Boss, Aviator, Lone Rider & Huske Hardware Breweries.

Details

Date:
June 8, 2013
Time:
1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Venue

Moore Square
200 South Blount Street
Raleigh, NC 27601 United States
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