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November 3, 2011


November 8,
2011 Update:

There is sad news regarding the Nov 13th benefit for Patty Dunlap.  On Thursday, November 2nd, Patty passed away. The organizers of this fundraiser, however, would like to not cancel the event --- there are still expenses pending, and any and all contributions will be accepted with great gratitude by her family to help lighten the financial burden. There has been a change in the admission charge ---there will be NO admission charge at the door, however an option of donation will not be turned away. There will still be an auction with many items up for grabs -- and we will still perform at the Aurora Summit Steakhouse (Havana and Yale) on Sunday, November 13th from 3-7pm. I'm sure it will be a different performance in the shadow of this news, but we are still on board for a good cause, and hope not to disappoint. Thank you to everyone. God Bless.

   Hey good friends! I hope this finds you all well and happy!

   It's been a while since I last updated the newsletter -- I have kept the calendar up to date relatively well, but the newsletter itself has been slow in coming. Sometimes it's because I just haven't had the time (I DO get so caught up with things) --- sometimes it's because (and I can't lie to you about this) I get lazy --- Usually it's because I don't have enough information to publish on special events, or times changing, venues changing, dates changing, or anything NEW to speak of -- sometimes there's really nothing new to report. Lately it's been a little of everything ............... however, right NOW, there IS much new to report!

------Thanks to the Reinke Brothers (Greg and Chris) and all the staff for inviting us again to play at the HAUNTED MANSION this season. The time went by SO fast, and we didn't want the season to end --- we had a blast! Thanks to all who supported the MANSION, and celebrated the Halloween Season with us. I took many pictures, and they will be displayed on this site (soon), but I have to say --- I changed nothing on my camera from the usual settings --- but the pictures came out VERY haunting! I think spooks got in my camera!! See for yourselves!

------Thanks to everyone at O'Furrys' for allowing me to take time off every year to play at the HAUNTED MANSION. Now that the season is over, I will resume my regularly scheduled performances there -- back on Friday, November 11th (whoa, 11/11/11/!!) just in time to celebrate Jim Woods' birthday!! It'll be good to see you all again!

------Which brings us to -- We're back at the Shack!!! We will be returning to the Shack Saturday, November 12th. Thanks to Jack, Ron, Don, and all the staff there for, also, allowing us the time off to play the MANSION. It will be good to be back! See you all there.

-----Thanks to good friends Johnny Miller, Greg and Deb Lee, Jeff Shoaf, and all the Buckaroos -- because of my affiliation with them, and their gracious acceptance of me into their circle, I have been asked by Trey St. John (one of the new owners of Fortune Valley in Central City, and part of the "Buckaroo" family) to bring the "Electric Band" up to their new live music venue, the "LAVA ROOM". As most of you know the "Electric Band" performs for only very special occasions -- I will be joined by Brian Bartlett on drums, and Eric Schmid on bass. We will be performing there Friday, November 18th from 9pm-12midnight, and then again Saturday, December 3rd -- 9pm-12midnight. Thanks to Gina Pompili and Randy Whetstine for all their patience with me in putting the schedule together. This promises to be a VERY fine venue and I'm honored to be invited to perform there.
------------------As a side note ------ Fortune Valley has offered to make a bus available (if there is enough interest) to take all up to the casino and showcase for either or both dates! Please let us know if you would like to do this. The location of pickup and dropoff will be contingent on your response. You can reach us through this website website by clicking here or send an email to friskdp@aol.com.

------I have been asked by good friend and all around "Biker Goddess" Kathy Alexander at the HAWGBACK SALOON in Golden Colorado to play for a motorcycle run to raise funds for Cyndi Szulczewski. She has been diagnosed with breast cancer, and, of course, insurance isn't covering much. She is also a Marine's wife -- two things near and dear to my heart -- how could I say "no"?? (Semper Fi!!) The run is to be held Saturday, November 5th (rain or shine -- probably in a car or truck) beginning at the Rock Rest (also in Golden Colorado), last bike (or car) out at 10:30am, and ending at the HAWGBACK (last bikes and/or cars in around 2-3pm) with stops at In The Zone @ 44th & MacIntyre, Rocky Flats Lounge on highway 93, then to Juggs up north (you can find it). I will be performing at the HAWGBACK for the run from 2 or 3 o'clock until they're done, then performing my regular gig there from 7-11pm. Long day YES. Good cause YES.

-----Speaking of good causes and playing benefits -- I was contacted by good friend Gina Strickler about performing for another fundraiser -- this one to benefit good friend Patty Dunlap, who is also fighting cancer -- to be held at the Aurora Summit Steakhouse (Havana and Yale) on Sunday, November 13th from 3-7pm. There will be an auction, half price appetizers, happy hour prices on drinks, and good times for a good cause. I will again be joined by Brian Bartlett and Eric Schmid, and we will try not to blow the doors off (they have been warned -- the Summit is not particularly known as a "hard rock" venue) so we will attempt to keep the damage to a minimum.  Thanks to the new owners, the Novaks, for sponsoring this event, and to Gina for all the hard work in putting it together. And to all of you for your support.

------As I look back on this newsletter it occurs to me --- the band is with me a lot over the October/November months. Every year, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving (this year November 23rd), I bring the "electrics" into the Rock Rest for a customer appreciation show, and a kickoff to the Holiday Season. This year's performance promises to be something to write home about -- maybe a few surprises up our sleeves -- you will have to be there to find out. I promise (and I NEVER make promises I can't keep) you will NOT be disappointed!

------We cannot forget Jerry D's!!! Eric and I will be performing some Saturday nights during the "off season" there. Look for us November 19th from 8pm-12midnight, and Saturday, December 17th (same times). We'll have some fun! And don't forget -- if I don't talk to you before that -- NEW YEARS EVE at Jerry D's!!!!! Let the good times roll!!

------Thanks to Kenny Lee and Murray and all the staff for a great (and extended) season on the Buffalo Rose Patio! With the weather being as whacky as it has been, we have eeked out a few more patio performances than expected. If the weekend weather becomes fine again, don't be surprised to see us there pretending it's summer!

  --- Well, that's about enough for now. If I don't get another chance to update this newsletter beforehand, have a wonderful Holiday Season!!



       And, as always, thank you for your continued support.  You are the best!

Dave "Greywolf" Frisk

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