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Monday, May 29, 2017 MEMORIAL DAY 23
T H E J U L IA N DA N C E A N D
BACK COUNTRY BBQ 2017 By Bic Montblanc
We’re through the cold, foul weather of winter, and spring is here. Along with spring comes what has now become an annual tradition in these parts, the Julian Dance and Back Country BBQ, coming up on Saturday, June 10th. This event is sponsored by Sons of the American Legion from Julian’s Lincoln Deming American Legion Post 468. All the funds the SALs generate are returned to the community in the form of sponsorship of our kids, schools, and worthwhile organizations that need a financial hand up and to veterans. In many ways, this event is a throwback to community events of the past. It’s held outdoors at Menghini Winery, where parents and kids can depend on a friendly, wholesome atmosphere. Gates open at 2 p.m. and getting there early gives you a head start on a great table for viewing the bands. This event is not just a show but an opportunity to dance on a huge floor to top country bands. A professional sound and lighting company sets the stage for three great bands. Leading off this year’s show at 3 p.m. are the California Rangers, making their inaugural appearance in Julian. These guys are a great dance band with a big following in Southern California. Next up will be Three Chord Justice with their full band. They were a big hit last year, evidenced by the full dance floor during their performance. Headlining the show this year will be Nancarrow, back from their sessions in Nashville recording their new album produced by Vance Powell, a force in the music business. Blake Rogers will be back again this year doing his touching rendition of the Star Spangled Banner, and not to be missed will be the Doves and Desperados in a special performance. .
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In years past, there has always been a separate area for the kids, and this year there will be expanded activities. From “jumpy rooms,” pie eating contests, lots of physical games, and the biggest water balloon fight in the backcountry, the kids will definitely be entertained. Later in the day, we’ll get the kids and kid-like adults up on the dance floor where they get to be the entertainers in the “air guitar contest.” The food has always been great at the event. The fellows start the day before the event, trimming and applying their special rub to the tri-tip and chicken that’s cooked on site over local oak, Santa Maria style. There will also be jumbo hot dogs and veggie burgers. The huge plate of food or sandwich option is rounded out with ranch beans and coleslaw. The food and a great choice of craft beers, soft drinks, wine and hard cider are all at a separate cost from the entry ticket.
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