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JUNE 2008
Hello and welcome to the sixth edition of “In The Groove”, the Groove Kitchen & Music Rooms monthly newsletter. Looking back over the
activities around The Groove Kitchen in May it is hard to imagine things getting more exciting and vibrant than they have been. However,
June is shaping up to be exactly that. The new spring menu has been very well received. Thanks in part to our
Dave FM restaurant review,
the dining room has been a buzz with the smells and conversations surrounding the new creations. We have also been
cooking up some fabulous entertainment for your enjoyment. With music icons such as Dave Larue (Bass Player for Joe Satriani) and
Wendell Furguson (7 time winner of the CCMA’s guitar player of the year) gracing our stage in the coming weeks, there are some events
that you will not want to miss ! . The house band, Matt Storch and The Usual Suspects had a very successful CD release party in May
and have continued to entertain every Friday night
The “Artists Wall” at the The Groove Kitchen has become the center of attraction for anyone with an appreciation for the arts.
The right combination of food, drink, music and art can create a very powerful cultural experience. Local painter Laurie Wonfor Nolan,
local musicians The Heathens and the Toronto based trio Mr. Rick and The Biscuits proved that on Saturday, May 17.
The Heathens worked their magic early in the evening and set the scene for Mr. Rick and The Biscuits to take the stage while Laurie
captured the moment on canvas as she painted the bands performance throughout the evening. Great job to everyone involved.
This is exactly the type of setting that The Groove Kitchen was created for. Learn more about Laurie’s work at
www.lwnpaintings.fotopic.net
Photographs courtesy of Bob Nolan and Blue Cow Professional Photography.
Web.mac.com/bluecowphoto.
Thank you Bob for helping preserve this moment with your view on the evening’s events.
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June 2008 Entertainment Listings |
| Every Friday is open mic night hosted by Matt Storch & The Usual Suspects. |
| Wed. June 4 | Bass Guitar Clinic with Dave Larue |
| Thu. June 5 | The Usual Suspects (private party from 6:00 – 10:00) |
| Fri, June 6 | Open Mic night with The Usual Suspects |
| Sat. June 7 | Max Bent Trio |
Wed. June 11 | Matt Storch & Friends featuring Matthew Dezoete |
| Thu. June 12 |
Songwriter Showcase hosted by Erica Knight Featuring Wendell Ferguson and Mark Carvalho
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| Fri. June 13 |
Open Mic night with The Usual Suspects |
| Sat. June 14 | The Monster Show with opening act Ternsitup |
| Wed. June 18 |
Dinner show from 6:30 to 9:30 with Cuneyt from Zorba. |
| Thurs. June 19 |
Two Twenty Two (formerly Sweetgrass) with special guest Ashley Condon |
| Fri. June 20 | Open Mic night with The Usual Suspects |
| Sat. June 21 | The Gruve |
| Wed. June 25 | Stand Up Comedy Night |
| Thurs. June 26 |
Singer/Songwriter Showcase hosted by Erica Knight featuring Matt Storch and Paul Disalle |
| Fri. June 27 | Open Mic night with The Usual Suspects |
| Sat. June 28 |
Matt Storch & The Usual Suspects (private party from 6:00 to 10:00) |
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New Summer Business Hours
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Wednesday - 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Thursday - 9:00 am to 2:00am
Friday - 9:00 am to 2:00 am
Saturday - 10:00 am to 2:00 am
Sunday - Closed
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Stand-up Comedy
The last Wednesday of each month is Comedy Night hosted by
Matt Williamson.
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World Renowned Bass Guitarist Offers Free Clinic At The Groove Kitchen
Macaulay’s Music and ErnieBall Musicman are thrilled to be presenting a free clinic with renowned bassman Dave Larue.
Dave who has played with the likes of Grammy nominees the Dixie Dregs, Steve Morse Band, John Petrucci, Joe Satriani and Vinnie Moore
is also a respected Columnist, professor and clinician.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn some tips and tricks from one of the best in the industry for free! Ernieball Musicman factory rep
will also be on hand with prizes and giveaways.
Seating is limited on a first come first served basis.
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Wendell Ferguson Live
Erica Knight's Songwriter Showcase on Thurs. June 12 will feature Wendell Ferguson - seven-time winner
of CCMA's Guitar Player Of The Year award.
What critics are saying about Wendell Ferguson:
"Guitar pickers are a dime a dozen but not too many people can
string words together the way this guy does!"
- Ray Griff
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Live Dinner Show - June 18th
This is an opportunity to enjoy a great meal accompanied by some amazing Flamenco music. Cuneyt is a
true presence in the room and his guitar playing abilities leave you speechless. Come out and see for yourself why this
gentleman is booked almost every night of the week. See our dinner menu and wine list to get a preview of how enjoyable
this night can be. See you then !
Check out this video
of Cuneyt live at The Waterloo Theater. This is a show you don’t want to miss !
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First Annual Preston Music Festival
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Great news! The First Annual Preston Music Festival has officially been approved by the city. On Sat. Sept. 20th, Central Park will be host
to a great day of music, food & beverages. I, Matt Storch will be organizing the event. If you would like to be a part of it please contact me at
519-650-4452 or visit The Groove Kitchen & Music Room to find out more details. In the coming weeks
www.thegroovekitchen.com will
have a dedicated Preston Music Festival page with information being updated as it happens.
Mark your calendars!
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The Artists' Wall welcomes back Ken Daley
Ken Daley’s art exhibit is running for the entire month of June. Prints as well as originals of his work are for sale at The Groove Kitchen.
Ask your server for details!
"I attempt to search for an unconscious side of communication beyond language - something that touches the soul and resonates within every
human that words cannot express."
- Ken Daley
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Word On The Street
As hoped, The Groove Kitchen & Music Room has become a place where people can experience something more than just a great meal.
Our intentions are to make you feel at home and provide you with some of the finest entertainment that the region has to offer.
Here is what people are saying about how well we have accomplished that goal.
"Congratulations Matt, John and Girls!
The Groove is the place to be if you love great food, fantastic
atmosphere and love music.
A new and different alternative to the chain restaurants in town!
Try it once and love it forever!"
"The Groove Kitchen and Music Room is a fantastic place because it
appeals to everyone's love of great food and great music. I felt
instantly 'at home' and wanted to bask in the ambience and take a break
from the 'everyday'. It's an 'out of the way' place that gets you 'into
the groove'. I know that Matt, and his amazing crew of musicians and
restaurant staff, will do very well in this community. They are already
creating quite a buzz. I'm wondering if they will soon have to consider
a bigger place!"
"The Groove Kitchen is the perfect balance between fine dining, a casual
atmosphere, and musical environment.
The combination of amazing food, great service, and the best
entertainment in the city is what keeps me coming back time after time.
This exact atmosphere has been much needed in Cambridge for some time,
and now that it's here, I know it will continue to thrive!!"
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