Lyons Second Line
This new marching band is forming and we are looking for drummers! We’ll be marching in the Lyons Spooktacular Parade and the Parade of Lights and would love for you to join us. By combining a basic New Orleans inspired groove on snare with a Brazilian samba swing on bass - an uplifting, fun and groovy scene is instantly created. All ages and abilities are welcome. Would you like to jump in the line for the Lyons Parade of Lights on Saturday December 7th 2024?
Family Band SHow
Three family bands play independently and then combine to play together creating an intergenerational melting pot of musical heirlooms.
Join us Sunday, December 8th 2024 at Oskar Blues in Lyons!
Silent Movie
What a great evening! We’ll see if we can bring Patrick Lee back this winter to do it again.
Laughter is the most direct way between two people. -Charlie Chaplin
A2Z: Aid To Zaya Benefit Show
Collaboration with an amazing team of volunteers created a beautiful benefit show in support of a wonderful girl.
Family Tree Concert
Three family bands play independently and then combine to play together creating an intergenerational melting pot of musical heirlooms.
Join us Sunday, August 4th 2024 at Oskar Blues in Lyons!
LEAF Benefit Concert Series
We produced a seven concert series raising money for LEAF (Lyons Emergency & Assistance Fund) while spreading awareness and building community throughout the Greater Lyons area.
Baile Latino to Connect Cultures
We ran this successful program in partnership with the Lyons Community Library. The intention was to build connections in a fun and meaningful way that would foster a more welcoming and diverse community.
Photos of la fiesta by Gina McLaughlin photography.
Marshall Fire BEnefit Show
This production raised over $2K for victims of the Marshall Fire in February 2022. It was held at the Lyons Community Church and live casted at Spirit Hound Distillers. The Ditch Company band and friends put on a great show.
Photos by Gina McLaughlin photography
Inclusive Education
Raising a son who experiences Down syndrome has taught us so much, including the importance of inclusive education, how to advocate for it, and it’s benefit on the community as a whole. Follow our journey on Instagram @raisingmichaelb