Had a great weekend on the east side of the Mitten.  Friday night Derek and I were back at the District for a round of open mic battling.  We shared the stage with Laura Jean, Nights of Astoria, and Vince Dynamic.  Congratulations to Laura Jean for winning popular vote!  The District strives to be an artist Hub in the Lake Orion area partnering with musicians, artists, photographers, comedians, and now recording studios to provide quality entertainment for the public while connecting those involved in all forms of art. 
      Saturday I was a solo act heading down to Ferndale, MI to the Rust Belt Market for the first time.  If you've never been to The Rust Belt Market, you need to check it out!  This is a hub for the arts as well, attracting bands to provide entertainment while vendors sell their art to the public.  Everywhere you look there is something bright and artsy drawing your attention.  I love being surrounded in atmospheres like this, it creates the perfect foundation for music.  If you didn't get the chance to come to any shows this weekend, keep checking the calendar, there a PLENTY coming up in the month of December.  Including one this coming weekend on December 10th.  We'll be sharing the stage with Doug Mains & the City Folk and raising money for the Red Thread Movement at the Mack Ave House!  Check out the calendar for more details.

May your Christmas preparations remind you of the real reason for the season. 

Kelsey (& Derek)