Category: entertainment/rambling-rose

Hello everyone, it is good to be here with you again. I was very sick with double pneumonia and congestive heart failure and in the hospital for a couple of weeks but I am back in the saddle again! Thanks to some fantastic doctors, prayers and love from people like you— my friends and fans. I am recuperating slowly, but doing okay. Thanks to all who came to visit me, sent me cards and get-well wishes. From your lips to God’s ears, I made it!

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Aretha Franklin, the “Queen of Soul” with grace the stage at the Modell Lyric located 140 W. Mount Royal Avenue in Baltimore on on November 13, 2014 at 8 p.m. She needs no introduction, with over 17 Grammy Awards and over 40 albums and countless other awards. For ticket information, call 410-547-SEAT.

There are a few things on the calendar I want to tell you about such as the Charm City Cultural Heritage Tourism Symposium with Lou Fields on November 8 that will begin at 10 a.m. at the Reginald Lewis Museum and go until 1 p.m. The symposium is followed by a heritage tour in Baltimore city with a workshop and open discussion. For more information call 443-983-7974.

Forest Park Senior Center, 4801 Liberty Heights Avenue is sponsoring a First Sundays Jazzee Music Series featuring “The Wolf Pack Orchestra” on Sunday, December 7, 2014, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dinner will be served and it is B.Y.O.B. with free set-ups. For more information, call 410-532-2274.

There’s more entertainment every Friday and Saturday at the Lexington Market. On Friday, November 7th from noon until 2 p.m. Anthony “Swamp Dog” Clark will be performing some fantastic blues and on Saturday, November 8th the Lexington Market stage will be jumping with my group “Signature Live” out of Washington, D.C. with some old school R&B and oldies. Show time is noon until 2 p.m. I will see you there.

Well, my dear friends, thanks again for your love and prayers during my illness. Enjoy your weekend. Remember, if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapror@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello everyone, cut the oven off, summer is done! It is time to take out your heavy jackets, your sweat suits and guys put away those summer see-through kangaroo caps and pull out those wool ones. It is time to take out the screen doors in your home and put in the storm doors.

WEAA 88.9 FM Radio Personality, James “Big Jim” Stanton, who plays your favorite oldies R&B, Doo-Wop and blues recordings every Saturday morning 6 a.m. until 10 a.m. and every Thursday evenings 8 p.m. until midnight. He blows your mind and sends chills down your spine as well as takes you back in time. Tune in and check him out.

No matter what the weather may be, it is always party time. Starting out with Baltimore’s own “Big Daddy” Stallings & the Bluez Evolution Band who will be performing at the Taste of Bethesda at Woodmont Triangle on the Auburn Avenue Stage in Bethesda, Maryland on Saturday, October 11. The outdoor event is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is known for their famous food and music. The festival includes 60 restaurants and five stages of entertainment in Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle. Each year, more than 40,000 attendees sample the delicious restaurants and enjoy the live entertainment. The event is held along Norfolk, St. Elmo, Cordell, Del Ray and Auburn Avenues in Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle just three blocks from the Bethesda’s Metro. Admission is free!

Caton Castle, located at 20 South Caton Avenue off of Hilton is hosting “Happy Birthday Art Blakey,” a jazz tribute to Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers on Saturday, October 11, 2014 featuring John Lamkin, III on drums; Tom Williams on trumpet; Lyle Link on tenor sax; Marshall Keys on alto sax Warren Wolf on piano and Kris Funn on bass. So you jazz lovers this is one for you. For ticket information, call 410-566-7086 or 410-484-6519.

And my dear friends please keep our, musicians, friends and family in your prayers asking God to keep them in

health and strength and to get well soon. As you see from the photos on my page, Randy Tilghman, Marshall Booze and Judson Hughes are in need of your prayers.

Well, ladies and gentlemen, I am out of space and out of time. Remember if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello my dear friends. I hope your Labor Day weekend was a great one. Summer’s coming to a close, but we still have a few more weeks to squeeze in some outdoor fun. There are a few upcoming events I would like to share with you, so get out your calendar and start marking the dates.

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Cereta Spencer with her family celebrates her grandmother, Elenora Spencer’s 90th Birthday at the Forest Park Golf Club. What a beautiful looking family. Happy Birthday young lady and may God continue to bless you!

I always try to support local people in the community who are not necessarily famous or popular, but should be. I believe people should always be recognized for what they do in their community.

The Prince Hall Annual Day celebration is Sunday, September 14 th at 3 p.m., and will be held at The City Temple of Baltimore, located at 317 Dolphin Street. The Honorable Melvin M. Thorpe, Most Worshipful Grand Master invites you all to this celebration service. It is open to the public. They will present the History of Prince Hall and the Gospel of Jesus Christ through music and song so that hearts may be touched and spirits lifted. The word of God will be preached by Reverend Dr. Brother S. Todd Yeary.

Everett & Stella Fullwood are hosting their Annual Western Disco on Saturday, September 20 th from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., at the Towson American Legion Hall, 125 York Road in Towson, Maryland. There will be prizes for the best female and best male western outfits. Bring your own dish and BYOB. Tickets include free parking, set-ups, food on sale, vendors, and 50/50 Raffle. For more information and tickets, call Stella at 410-542-2530.

The Mason’s Jerusalem Temple No. 4 will host “All You Can Eat Crab Feast” on Saturday September 20th from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., at the Tall Cedars of Lebanon, 2501 Putty Hill Avenue in Baltimore. Tickets include free food, beer, soda and BYOB with music provided by DJ Mike Jones. For more information, call 443-885-4520.

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OL Williams

A star in your backyard includes OL Williams, a unique musician committed to doing God’s work. His gift started at a young age when his piano playing father bought him a piano and lessons. He went to a community college where he studied piano theory with other teachers who helped him to develop a neo R&B gospel sound. His cousin was the late great R&B jazz singer Phyllis Hyman. He continues to write and produce songs for other R&B groups, such as rock ‘n roll Hall of Famer, Eddie Rich.

Williams developed a passion for writing and producing spiritual songs and music. Now when you listen to OL Williams’ GS Project music, you’ll know that he’s committed to working for the Lord. His music is uplifting and contains words of encouragement for those who are seeking a spiritual power from the Lord.

Well, my dear friends, I will end my column by letting you know that I have tickets for the Rosa Pryor Music Scholarship Fund Award Banquet Red Carpet Black & Gold Event for Sunday, October 26th, from 4-8 p.m. at the Forum Caterers. I am honoring some fantastic musicians, singers and club owners this year, such as Dante Daniels, owner of Maceo’s Lounge and Colin’s Seafood Grill; Dennis Chambers, renowned drummer; Jesse “Jay” Moody, drummer; Jacob Saulsbury, educator and musician; and vocalist “Lady Rebecca” Lilly, just to name a few. Greg Hatza and his band will provide the music and open buffet dinner. Call me at 410-833-9474 if you wish to get tickets to support the cause.

If you need me email me at rosapryor@aol.com. Or go to my website: www.rosapryormusic.com. UNTIL THE Next Time, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

BALTIMORE — Hello everyone! I just want to say happy Labor Day weekend to all of you. I hope everyone has a safe and fun weekend!

By the time you read this, I will already be in Philadelphia, getting ready to do my thing at the Tony Williams Scholarship Jazz Festival as I have done for the past 24 years. I am sorry I won’t be able to attend any of the local events this weekend, but I wish you much success and I hope your event is well attended.

I know many of you will be gathering with family and friends at your homes, in your backyards and perhaps the parks with boom boxes jumping with your favorite music— and that’s okay! But you know me— I love live entertainment, so I will be at a jazz music barbecue in Philadelphia. The Tony Williams Scholarship Jazz Festival as always is Labor Day Weekend, August 29 to September 1 at the Philadelphia Airport Embassy Suites, 9000 Bartram Avenue in Philadelphia. Pennsylvania.

Bill Cosby is a regular fixture every year doing stand-up comedy or playing drums with his hometown buddies band, called “Bill Cosby & The Reunion Band” at the Tony Williams Jazz Festival on Labor Day weekend August 29th thru September 1st at the Philadelphia Airport Embassy Suites.

The entertainment is always awesome. The menu for the barbecue cookout is quite fitting for the occasion. The musicians’ cooking at this year’s cook-out will be Walter Clark with his buttery tenor sax; Kenny Gates will play sweet sounds on the piano while Tony Williams gets saucy with the tenor sax. Don’t forget vocalist Barbara Walker whose luscious voice rounds out the group like a good peach cobbler tops off a summer barbecue.

Members of the Council of Jazz Advocates and co-founders of the Tony Williams Scholarship Jazz Festival are: the late Ronnie Wells, President, Thelma Anderson and the late Mildred Twitty.

The music is jumping, the grills are smoking, but wait a minute… In comes funny man Bill Cosby with T-bone steaks. He’s doing stand-up comedy while beating a snare drum. Okay, some of the guests are down home folks, so the cookout needs a little Frank Bey for some bluesy collard greens. His band throws in the ham-hocks for some extra seasoning.

Putting the icing on the cake, the chief, Tony Williams has everybody take off their shoes while he plays some down home blues. While fixing me a drink, Miss Justine’s Ensemble sings her song. Hosts Rosalee Boyer and husband Chris make sure everyone is happy, while the co-founder, Thelma Anderson oversees vendors with a smile on her face. You can still join the party by calling 215-364-4500 to get your ticket and make reservations. The “After the Festival Party” is the “Blue Monday Jam” at LaRose Jazz Club, 5531 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa. I will see you there!

In Baltimore, “Homeless Support Services” is hosting a “Fundraiser Cabaret” on August 30 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Pikesville Town Hall located at 40 East Sudbrook Lane in Pikesville, Maryland. Music will be played by DJ Jammon Jess with free beer, food and setups. Don’t forget to BYOB your favorite beverage. For more information, call 443-604-6651.

Well, my dear friends, I have to go. It is party time. Remember, if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or you can email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello everyone! Honey Child! This looks like it will be a busy weekend for me. Girlfriend! You got to help me out here. Please check out all the events that will be going on just on Saturday, August 16th. This is a terrible situation. Okay, I have to be at the African-American Author’s Expo on Saturday, which is 11a.m. to 5 p.m. Because of my new book, you know I have to there and Friday, August 15th I have to be at the Author’s Expo Award Dinner because I am one of the speakers. But, getting back to Saturday, there is Ms. Maybelle’s Comedy show that starts at 8 p.m. at the Darkside Lounge on Harford Road; I believe “Boo-Boo” and I can make that after leaving Timonium, but my problem is Vernard Gray’s party at Caton Castle, also on Saturday that starts at 6 p.m. Now here is where I need your help. I need you all to meet me everywhere I am going, but when you get to Caton Castle on time, let them know I will not be able to be there, but I send love and congrats! Thanks, I appreciate that.

National Recording Artist/ Actress D’Atra Hicks will perform in Ursula Battle’s hit stage play “The Teacher’s Lounge.”

Let’s not forget Maceo’s Lounge on Monroe Street. Thursdays and Fridays is live entertainment from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Vernard Gray, Washington, DC/ Baltimore jazz promoter is celebrating his birthday on Saturday, August 16, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Caton Castle Lounge located at 20 S. Caton Avenue in Baltimore with live entertainment by Greg Hatza and his band.

My girl, Pamela Leak, better known as “Ms. Maybelle” is having a hell-la-va show on Saturday, August 16th featuring Lonnie Davis, Alabama, Russell Parham, and Big Shorty and of course, Ms. Maybelle herself. She is calling the show “Ms. Maybelle’s Good Girdle Comedy Show.” I know this will be a barrel of laughs. The event will be held at The Darkside Lounge, 6826 Harford Road in Baltimore. Call her for tickets at 443-983-1180.

Patricia Johnson, President/Founder of the African American Author’s Expo hosts her 5th annual event on August 16, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the North Baltimore Plaza Hotel located at 2004 Greenspring Drive in Timonium, Maryland. The free family event will showcase independent and national authors; workshops; entertainment and more.

I received a note from Charles Dugger, to let me know it is that time of the year again, celebrating 44 years of his “Annual Marcus Garvey Day” on Saturday, August 16th beginning with a parade at the Wall of Respect at Carey and Cumberland Streets and proceeding down Pennsylvania Avenue, through Dolphin Street to Fremont Avenue to Edmondson Avenue to Harlem Park. Please try to support this beautiful, cultural parade for a good cause. A celebration will take place at Harlem Park from 12 noon to 7 p.m. on Gilmor Street and Edmondson Avenue in West Baltimore. There will be lots of vendors, art, music, poetry, an African marketplace, and games for the children. No need to call anyone. Just go! It is free to the public.

Grace Presbyterian Church is having their 2nd Annual Crab Feast; (guess when?) Yes! August 16th from 2-6 p.m. It will be held at the Forum Caters, 4210 Primrose Avenue in Baltimore. For ticket information, call 443-370-4506.

On Saturday, August 23rd for those diehard jazz folks, Caton Castle Lounge and Ronald Scott, the owner will feature the Warren Wolf Quartet with Warren on vibes, Bob Butta on piano, Romeir Mendez on bass and John Lamkin III on drums. Cover charge is very reasonable. For more information, call 410-566-7086.

Well, my dear friends, it is about that time. I am out of space. Remember, if you need me call me at 410-833-9474 or you can send your press releases and fliers to my office at 214 Conewood Road, Reisterstown, Maryland 21136 or just email me at rosapryor@aol.com. Check out my website: www.rosapryormusic.com or www.rambling-rose.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello my friends! How are you? The weather has been great hasn’t it? I know my “Boo-Boo” and I have been enjoying it. I have so much to tell you this week and I hope that I will get it all in.

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Shirley Duncan, “Baltimore Hand Dancing Queen” finally got her props from her peers. She received an award for being a pioneer in the Hand Dance Community in Baltimore from “The Crew,” headed by Jesse, a popular hand dancing group at Caton Castle.

First of all I want to say that Tessa Hill-Aston, president of the Baltimore City Branch of the NAACP invites you to take a bus/shopping trip to the Cow Town Flea Market and Rodeo in Piles Grove, New Jersey on Saturday, August 9, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I am going to tell you now, wear comfortable shoes!— this place is huge with a lot of places to eat and hundreds of vendors that sell everything. Buses will leave from 8 W. 26th Street in Baltimore. For more information or tickets, call Joe Aston 443-226-9459. Now our girl, Tessa informed me that she received the “2014 Thalheimer Award” from the National NAACP at the National Convention recently in Las Vegas. The Thalheimer Award is named after noted Johns Hopkins University educator and philanthropist Dr. Ross Thalheimer and is the top award given to branches for outstanding achievements. So I want to say, “CONGRATS!” my friend, you deserve it.

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“The Palovations,” Motown group with Triple Treat, Vision Band and others will do a tribute to Motown & the Philly sound will perform at the newly renovated Arch Social Club, 2426 Pennsylvania Avenue on Sunday, August 3, from 55-10 p.m. For tickets and information, call 410-905-0169.

On Saturday, August 16, 2014, one of my favorite musicians will be headlining the show at the Caton Castle located at 20 South Caton Avenue— the one and only Greg Hatza Organ-ization for Vernard Gray & friend’s birthday celebration. Honey child! Let me tell you what God loves; that will be a hell-la-va show. It will start at 6 p.m.

MJ Productions is hosting a “Black & White Cabaret” on Saturday, August 2, 2014 from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. at the Pikesville Community Center located at 40 E. Sudbrook Lane in Pikesville. Live entertainment will be provided by the Rollex Band and DJ Mike Jones. For tickets, call 443-525-5016.

Jackson & Johnson Memorial Post #263 American Legion is hosting a Crab Feast & Buffet on Saturday, August 2, from 1-5 p.m. at the Patapsco Arena, 3301 Annapolis Road in Baltimore. For details and tickets, call 410-869-7750.

The Red Hat Hons are also hosting a “Summer Crab Feast” catered by the Corinthian Restaurant & Lounge. “The Crab Crew” is: Pat, Gail, Verna, Perk, Brenda, Carlotta, and Janet. The event will take place on Saturday, August 9 from 2-6 p.m. at 7107 Windsor Mill Road. For more information, call Pat Wheatley at 410-922-9231.

Carlos Hutchins, the hardest working club promoter on the east coast and his organization TREA Chapter #9 is running a bus trip to American Legion Post #527 in Rankin, Pennsylvania on Saturday, August 23. Buses leave from Rolling Road in Catonsville, Maryland at 7 a.m. The trip includes, transportation, overnight suite accommodation, the casino and the “Wemco Club’s annual Pig Roast and Barbeque.” For more information, call Billy Settles at 410-504-2571 or Carlos at 443-963-5711

This Saturday, Aug 2, James Hamlin, the owner of the “Avenue Bakery” is hosting another Courtyard Summer Music Series featuring “Campbell & Company Jazz” from 4-8 p.m. at 2229 Pennsylvania Avenue in the Bakery’s Courtyard. It is open and free to the public. Food and drinks are on sale. I will see you there.

Oh my goodness, folks I am out of space, but before I go I want you to keep praying for the sick & shut-ins: Lou Laws a member of the “Bleu Lights”, Milton Dugger’s group is in Good Samaritan Hospital and Phil Towns, a member of the same group is in University Hospital. Milton Dugger, the manager and owner of the “Bleu Lights” R&B group was recently released from the hospital and is home. Get well soon guys.

Remember my friends, if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

The summer is jumping with festivals and such!

Hello my dear friends, I am having a ball! This is my time of the year. I love the outdoor events. I’m going to tell you about a few of them, but first, I want to announce something very important to me. My organization, the Rosa Pryor Music Scholarship Fund, Inc. which is a non-profit organization, 501-(c) 3 is in search of children in Maryland ages 5-7 years old who are musically gifted to apply and audition for our scholarships. The application and audition is free. We have about 10 more slots open and there is not much time. The audition is in August. Applications are available on the website: www.rosapryormusic.com and you can print out as many as you need; or you can call Dr. Donna Hollie 410-358-9875 to answer any questions or email her at DTH1800@aol.com.

The Baltimore Caribbean Festival Carnival is Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13 at Lake Clifton Park in Baltimore. This year marks the 33rd year Baltimore has celebrated Caribbean heritage with a festival and parade. Dr. Elaine Simon, President. For more information, call 410-362-2957.

Now for the real fun stuff! The electrifying king of the vibes, Roy Ayers is coming to town on Sunday, July 6 at the Forest Park Senior Center, 4801 Liberty Heights Avenue. The shows are 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. They will have a cash bar and a light buffet. Tickets are available at the Forest Park Senior Center and Everyone’s Place located 1356 W. North Avenue. For more information, call 410-466-2124 and tell them you heard it from me.

Lafayette Gilchrist, renowned pianist and Eric Kennedy, drummer and renowned recording artist will perform on stage at the Cultural Center located at 6037 Liberty Road, Suite 6 in Baltimore on Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The King David Lodge No. 18 from Prince Hall Masons is having their Blue & Gold Cabaret on Friday, July 11 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Grand Lodge, 1307 Eutaw Place (Lanvale entrance). For more information, call Bro. Curtis Williams at 410-258-1715.

Liberty Road Business Association is alive and jumping on Friday, July 11th and 25th from 6-9 p.m. with live entertainment, vendors, good food and drinks. I am telling you folks it is very nice and it is free. This family-friendly outdoor concert and festival is located in Kings Point Square, 9900 Liberty Road in Randallstown, Maryland. They have a beer/wine garden and a stage for the entertainment. No pets are allowed, but bring your folding chairs and cameras.

Registration is open for the 2014 Carl & Barbara Grubs Summer Camps which include the Jazz Arts Academy with Carl Grubbs and the Jazz instrumental Music Program for youth ages 7-16. The camp is from July 7th-16th, Monday through Friday. For more information, call 410-313-4714.

This is very nice too. The Royal Theater & Community Heritage Corporation presents the Courtyard Summer Music Series at the Avenue Bakery featuring live free entertainment on Saturday, July 5 from 4-8 p.m. at 2229 Pennsylvania Avenue. It is free all summer long featuring performances by Baltimore’s most gifted musicians and performers. Light fare and drinks are available for purchase. For more information, go to www.theavenuebakery.com. Or www.royaltchc.com.

Now folks, this is very important. The Rosa Pryor Music Scholarship Fund is hosting their 17th annual Oldies but Goodies Crab Feast Fundraiser on Saturday, July 19th from 2-6 p.m. I truly need your support. It will be held at the VFW Post 6506, 8779 Philadelphia Road in Rosedale, Maryland. The donation is only $50 and it includes all the crabs you can eat and a full dinner buffet; free beer, cash bar and music by DJ “Sugar Chris.” This is how we raise money for the scholarships. So call me now for your tickets at 410-833-0474.

More fun folks! The Faisonian Club with CH Productions is hosting their 28th Annual splash party, disco and “DipNic Festival on Saturday, July 12th rain or shine from 12 noon until 8 p.m. for adults only. So don’t get to the gate and say, “OOPS!” I forgot to drop my children off to the babysitter.” My friends, this is one of a kind event just for us grown folks. Live entertainment with DJ dance music in between. There are acres and acres of land to pitch your tent and to set up your grill and cooler with all your goodies. Bring a swim suit because the gigantic swimming pool is to die for. The location is Elks Camp Barrett, 1001 Chesterfield Road. Crownsville, Maryland 21401. For more information, call Charles Rudy Faison at 443-801-1100 or Carlos Hutchins at 443-963-5711 or Mildred Battle at 410-448-0033.

My goodness, folks! I am out of space, I have to go, but if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello Folks! Are we enjoying this beautiful weather? I know I am. Honey Child! This is my time of the year. I have been running my little butt all over the place and having a ball. I am mostly enjoying book signings for my new book. Thanks to many of your invitations, I am doing about five book signings a week. I am having such a good time meeting so many of my fans who have been reading my columns for the past 27 years. Yes, it has been a true pleasure and will continue to be so.

I hope all you daddies enjoyed your weekend last week. I hope the ladies in your life treated you like a king.

There are other things I am so grateful for. One of them is being able to run a foundation that I founded 23 years ago called the Rosa Pryor Music Scholarship Fund, Inc. and giving over a hundred musically gifted underprivileged children the opportunity to shine.

Last week, the Executive Director of the Children’s Scholarship Committee, Dr. Donna Hollie attended a performance at Harford County Community College by Ian McDaniel, who won a RPMSF Scholarship in 2012. He performed a duet with his teacher from Peabody entitled “Hyacinthe Klose” which was followed by his solo performance of music by Bach. He also played “Voice of the Spirit in My Soul” with the Harford Community College Band and Charlie Parker’s “Donna Lee.” He accompanied Debbie Levy, a member of his church, on “Goin” Up Yonder” and the call & response between the two was outstanding. Accompanying Ian on drums was a brother of O’Donell “Butch” Levy who presented Ian with an alto sax from O’Donnell’s collection of instruments. The evening ended with a sing-along to Pharrell Williams’ “Happy.” I am so proud of this young man.

Vincent Street Entertainment producers, Vincent and “PJ” Allen will host a musical extravaganza that will blow your mind on Saturday, June 21st at the Jewish Community Center Gordon Center, 3508 Gwynnbrook Avenue, in Owings Mills. The event stars the legendary Bobbi Humphrey as she celebrates the 40th anniversary of her Satin Doll album. Also performing Corinthia Cromwell, Cyrus Chestnut, Sean Taylor, Cyril Greene, Chelsey Green, Ashley Alexander, Carmelita Simone and the special guest is yours truly, Rosa Pryor. Oh! Please don’t get too excited, no, I will not be performing, those days are over. I will have my new book on hand. For more information, go to: www.jcc.org/gordon-center/gordon-center.

“Jesse and The Crew” will host the “Friday Nite Oldies” at Caton Castle Appreciation Nite on Friday, June 20th. Admission is half price. There will be food, dancing and some good ol’ grown folk’s music. The color scheme is black & white. Come out and party from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m.

There’s a Farmer’s Market every Wednesday, 1-5 p.m. at the Liberty Court Shopping Center adjacent to the Randallstown Library & Old Court Roads, 8604 Liberty Road, Randallstown, Maryland. There will be locally grown vegetables, fruit, herbs & flowers and, baked goods, crafts & gifts. Support the Liberty Road Business Association and enjoy. For more information, call 410-655-7766.

Well, my dear friend, I am out of space. But, if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello everyone, it looks like it may be a beautiful weekend for us to go out and have some fun. “From my words to your ears,” just follow my lead and take notes. I have some very interesting things to tell you.

My good friend, James Hamlin the owner of a fantastic bakery on the Avenue, is not only an advocate for the community, but he is a baker, that’s right! He personally prepares and cooks his own rolls and pastries right on the premises in his glass building located at 2229 Pennsylvania Avenue— The Avenue Bakery. His rolls my dear, make you want to slap your grandmother. If you remember the home cooked rolls that Sampson’s use to bake, then double that and go get a dozen of Jim’s rolls. I promise you that you will keep coming back.

The Hamlin Family and the Royal Theater & Community Heritage Corporation host “A Taste of Jazz @ The Avenue Bakery” on Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call: 443-280-2702.

Hamlin is a strong supporter of the Pennsylvania Avenue community and he shows this by offering free Courtyard Summer Music Series of Jazz and live entertainment right in the bakery’s courtyard. On Saturday, June 7, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Courtyard Summer Music Series and unveiling the Greg Tyler Collection on “A Night at the Royal Theater” includes live entertainment featuring Jim Dow on tenor sax and his band. It is free all summer long featuring performances by Baltimore’s most consummate musicians and performers with light fare and drinks available for purchase throughout the afternoon along with yours’ truly, Rosa “Rambling Rose” Pryor autographing her new book. I will have both of my books available, entitled “African American Community, History & Entertainment in Maryland.” The cost of the book is only $25.00. I will see you there.

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Shirley Duncan, and the Baltimore Hand Dance Association hosts a “Pre-Father’s Day All White Affair” on Sunday, June 8, 2014 from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Promenade Sport Facility, 2605 Lord Baltimore Drive in Baltimore. Everyone must wear white— no exceptions. Rosa Pryor will be signing books at this event. For ticket information, call: 410-523-0575.

The Eastern Senior High School is calling all graduates of the class of 1969 to celebrate their 45th year class reunion on Friday, June 6, 2015 from 8 p.m. to midnight at the La Fontaine Bleu in Glen Burnie, Maryland. It is free for members of the graduating class of 1969 . It’s semi-formal attire and music is by the Panama Band. For more information, call Rose Cottman at 410-325-1726.

I attended the first “Royal Theatre Amateur Night,” hosted by The Bambou Entertainment Complex, 229 N. Franklintown Road last Monday night and it was great. Contestants from the Baltimore area performed by singing with a live band, called, Vizion Band 33.2. The mistress of ceremony was the one and only Ms. Maybell the comedian herself, and John Carrington, from Heaven 600 and the puppet man was the mascot who “boooooooed” you from the stage with his crazy dance and hickory stick. This fun event takes place every Monday night starting at 8:30 p.m. So if you are a karaoke fan or think you can sing to win a recording contract, check it out. For more information; call James Jones, the producer at 443-531-7138. I will see you there.

Well, my dear friends, I am out of time and out of space. Enjoy this great weather and guys, in case I don’t talk to you before next week, have a very happy Father’s Day.

If you need me, remember I am only a phone call away at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.

Hello everyone, this weekend I am going to dedicate to the memories to those we loved and lost so recently. We want to cherish what they meant to us when they were still with us and we can do that by celebrating with friends and family. We want to believe they are in a better place. I want you to remember this poem by Joe Sakeagak:

“When Tomorrow Starts without Me”

When tomorrow starts without me,

Claude A. Parker, 100 Black Men of Maryland, May 2014

And I’m not there to see,

Yvonne “Bonnie” Matthews Butler, journalist, March 2014

If the sun should rise and find your eyes

Shorty Buise, entrepreneur, November 2013

All filled with tears for me,

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry

The way you did today,

While thinking of the many things,

We didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me,

As much as I love you,

And each time that you think of me,

I know you’ll miss me too;

But when tomorrow starts without me,

Please try to understand,

That an angel came and called my name,

And said my place was ready,

In heaven far above

And that I’d have to leave behind

All those I dearly love.

I thought of all the yesterdays,

The good ones and the bad,

I thought of all the love we shared,

And all the fun we had,

If I could relive yesterday,

Just even for a while,

I’d say good-bye and kiss you

And maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized,

That this could never be,

For emptiness and memories,

Would take the place of me,

So when tomorrow starts without me,

Don’t think we’re far apart,

For every time you think of me,

I’m right here, in your heart.

So my dear friends hold your head up and have fun. Enjoy your weekend, have a party, a cook-out, go to a show, go to the grave site and lay some beautiful, colorful flowers or NOT! Go and do something fun and my friends, most of all, listen to some happy music. It could be jazz, gospel, R&B, line dance or whatever makes you feel good. I will get you started with a couple of events.

Bobby Rucks Band will be performing at the American Legion Post 19, 1502 Madison Avenue on Sunday, May 25th from 4-8 p.m. His show includes: Vic Frierson, vocals; Isaac Parham, saxophone; Johnny Jones on drums; Jesse Powers, bass and Bobby Rucks on keyboards.

Also, Eric Byrd Trio will be performing at St. John Baptist Church, 9055 Tamar Dr. in Columbia, Maryland with dinner and show on Friday, May 30th, 7 p.m. For more information, go to www.St.JohnBaptistChurch.org or email Walter Carr at dcarr1@peabody.jhu.edu.

Rosa Pryor Music Scholarship Fund Oldies but Goodies Crab Feast Fundraiser Tickets are now available for only $50.00 donation. It is Saturday, July 19th, 2014 from 2-6 p.m. at the VFW Post 6506, 8779 Philadelphia Road, with DJ “Sugar Chris” at the turntable. Tickets include a full dinner buffet and all the crabs you can eat. For more information, call me or get a copy of the flyer, go to our website: www.rosapryormusic.com.

Well folks, it is about that time for the “fat lady to sing.” Remember if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at rosapryor@aol.com. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.