What can I tell you today that will be of any use to you, of any help on this way that you walk? What can I share from my own life, my own story, my own list of struggles on…
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Written by Abbye West Pates; produced by Joshua Cosby and Scott Hardin.
Author Signing & Reading for: Even in Exile by Susan Eaton, with musical performance from Abbye West Pates // Join us for a conversation on navigating the landscape of grief and sorrow as we celebrate the recent release of Susan's book, Even in Exile, and hear original songs from yours truly! We will have a podcast-style conversation followed by a short set of music.
Abbye West Pates
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Plan to attend and need the address? Click the "Your Price" button below to RSVP and, if you choose, support the artist through a pay-what-you-can ticket setup! Additional concert info below.
Bring a chair! A blanket! Bug spray! Join us for a backyard concert with Martha and Colin. Kids are invited, and there will be an area at the back of yard to hang out with them if they get a little antsy. Food @ 4:30pm; Music @ 5:15pm.
Never been to a house concert? Different from a house party, this is a listening event, where I will original songs and stories. The hosts will provide light food and drinks, and the music will last for about 1 hour.
This is a pay-what-you-can event with an option to support the artist when you "purchase" a ticket below ($0 or add a donation!) once you arrive - or don't! "Pay-what-you-can" also means you are welcome regardless of your ability to pay.
See you soon!
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