Know these guys?  Well you can enjoy them in Pueblo Colorado.  Country girl that I am, BLUEGRASS, is ROOTS and when performed by the ACKERMAN'S you'll be tapp'n your toe right along with the rest of us here at Colorado Western Real Estate.

1946 saw the birth of BLUEGRASS a new musical genre that generated as much excitement as the creation of rock'n roll would just a few years later. Today, led by Aaron Ackeramn, The Ackermans carry that same musical thrill forward into a new century. At a time when most top bluegrass bands are smooth, tight and virtuosic, The Ackermans retain some of the rugged, roughhewn dynamism, and emotional impact of traditional bluegrass to new audiences. From the moment they hit the stage until the moment they leave, the audience is going to be entertained!

On September 19-21, 2008, Pueblo will celebrate the harvest of the Mira Sol Chile as Loaf ‘N Jug convenience stores present the 14th Annual Chile & Frijoles Festival. The Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce created the festival as a fun fall event designed to promote the area's agriculture, especially its home-grown chilies and pinto beans, as well as to display the works of many talented artisans and craftsmen. In the past years, the festival has grown from a few thousand people to well over 90,000. The festival will take place in downtown Pueblo, on Union Avenue between 1st and "B" Streets. Festival hours are Friday, 3pm-11pm; Saturday, 10am-11pm; Sunday, 10am-6pm.   If you get to go, don't forget to visit the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk.    

HINT:  If you cannot be here for the real deal, fresh chiles, then visit your market and buy a can of green chilies (whole) and try this, you'll love it.....      

Green Chile Quesadilla

• 2 flour tortillas
• 1 roasted green chili, stem, veins and seeds removed
• ½ cup grated mild cheese, cheddar, jack or a fresh Mexican cheese

Place half the cheese on one side of the tortilla. Stretch out the chili to fan over the cheese. Sprinkle the other half of cheese over the pepper. Place the tortilla on top and grill the sandwich for just a minute on each side. Or, place one tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy skillet. On medium heat, toast the quesadilla for a few minutes on each side until the cheese has melted. Serves one.

You are all welcome to attend the 18 th Annual Lawrence County Polish Day.....Sunday September 21, 2008 Sponsored by the American Polish Central Committee of Lawrence County.... Held at Cascade Park Pavilion .Join the fun and excitement and star studded evening with Top Polka Bands from

              The East Coast & From Chicago........

 Lenny Gomulka & Chicago Push .and..Eddie Blazonczyk's  Versatones                                 

     Doors & Kitchen open at noon..Polish food by   Holy Trinity  PNC   Church

                   ADMISSION- $ 12.00  (16 and under free)

 Dancing from 1:30 PM - 8:00 PM ____ Ethnic Foods, crafts and more

                 PROCEEDS BENEFIT APCC SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The expressed purpose of this organization is to cultivate, enrich, and develop patriotic social and cultural spirit with the Polish-Americans community of Lawrence County. The American Polish Central Committee has initiated a number of successful projects and fund raisers throughout it's many years.This committee has been responsible for immense success with their commitment, and dedication  to celebrate their  Polish cultures, and  traditions while at the same time using this to fund raise to always help and serve the needs of others.  Among the many projects is a new activity that includes a Polish " Wigilia" Supper, volunteer donations benefit Polish Orphanage " Jutrzenka" and they also had a  showing of original Polish films

The organization has continued to participate in community-led activities by showing a representation within them .  The group has initiated Lawrence County Polish Day as a catalyst toward supporting local and international organizations and relief funds for 17 consecutive years. Polish Day and the events surrounding it have funded scholarships awarded to local college students. Over$ 43,000 have been donated to this cause. This event draws polka lovers from all over the country . Again I would say ...

.Another Lawrence County Pride...Congratulations to the efforts of the Lawrence County Polish Day Committee and the many dedicated people and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to make this as always a SHOWCASE   CELEBRATION.......Sto Lat....

Thought you might like to hear some Eddie Blazonczyk Polka music....Enjoy

Officers

Gary Fray-Chairman

Kenneth Koscinski-vice chairman

Alice Ostrowski-Recording Secretary

Bernadette Przybylski-Treasurer -SS Philip & James Representative

Chris Bok- Publicity

Michaeline Noga- Mary Mother of Hope Representative

Marie Jermakowicz- Holy Trinity Representative

Very Rev. Marcell Pytlarz- Chaplain

The following slide show is a project of the American Polish Central Committee of Lawrence County of their successful drive to collect needed children's items for the Orphanage in Poland.

* Credit for the pictures from the country of Poland to the Polish Tourist Promotion Agency * Credit and a Thank You to Bernadette Przybylski for Polish Day Photos and information.