Recent Past Events

Recent Past Events (Post 2019)

Event Information
Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY Sun, Mar 17, 2024 Farmer's Mercantile
Garrison, Iowa. Special St. Patrick's Day Program!
100 W Main St.
2 - 4:30 PM, Admission: $12
Refreshments by Garrison Library.
SEE FLYER ON EVENTS/NEWS PAGE
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Dec 13, 2023, 11:30-12 noon. Millersburg, Iowa, Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY Sun, Dec 3, 2-4:30 pm. The Great Bluegrass Herons and Friends Acoustic Christmas Program, with BANJOY, Meg Merckens, Mary Rathje, and the Great Bluegrass Herons. FARMER'S MERCANTILE HALL, 100 W Main, Garrison, Iowa.
Bob & Kristie Black and Joy Ward Sat, Dec 2, 9:30-11am. Christmas in Kalona. On the Street Corner in downtown Kalona or indoors in case of inclement weather!
Bob and Kristie Black, Mark Clark and Joy Ward Wed, Nov 15, 2023, 11:15-12 noon. MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob & Kristie Black and BANJOY, STRAIGHTBACK CHAIR, THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS. Sat, Oct 28, 2023. Coggon Opera House, 209 E Main Street
Coggon, IA 52218. (319) 435-2071.

Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Oct 25, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Oct 25, 2023, 11:15- 12 noon. Millersburg, Iowa, Senior Dining Site

BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians. Sun, Oct 22, 2023. Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
Bob and Kristie Black, and BANJOY. Also: Alice's Gospel Band. Sat, Oct 21, 2023 - 7 PM. What Cheer Opera House
102 S Barnes St, What Cheer, IA 50268
641-634-2696
[email protected]
This is a Freewill Donations show. See Flyer on Events/News page.

Bob & Kristie Black and Addie Lawson with THE WILL LAWSON BAND Fri, Oct 20, 2023 - 7:00 PM Cedargrass Music Festival
Fri, Oct 20 – Sat, Oct 21
Cedar Falls Community Theatre, 103 Main St
Cedar Falls, IA. Tickets Or call: 319-277-5283. See Flyer on Events/News page.

Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY Sat, Sept. 30. KALONA FALL FESTIVAL. 12-2 PM. Kalona, IA. See Flyer on Events/News page.

Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY Sat, Aug 26. 3:20 PM. Kalona Gospel Sing, Kalona, IA. Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St). FYI: THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS will be performing at the Gospel Sing on Fri, Aug 25.

Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, August 23, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa

Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, August 23, 2023, 11:15am-12 noon. MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.

Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY. Sun, Aug 20, 2023. 10 AM. West Liberty, Iowa. First Church United - 1100 N Calhoun St.- Sunday morning service.


Bob and Kristie Black with Will Lawson and Addie Lawson. Sat, Aug 12, 2023 Adel, IA
7 - 10 PM Private Event


The Great Bluegrass Herons / Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY. NEW DATE:
Sun, Aug 6, 2023
The Great Bluegrass Herons: 4:30-5:45 PM.
BANJOY: 6:00-7:45 PM. BLUEGRASS UNDER THE SUMMER SKY
NEW LOCATION: Koru Aronia Berry Farm and Wedding Events Center: 1681 U Ave. Homestead, IA. 4-7 PM. Website:



Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY. Sat, Aug 5, 2023 BLUEGRASS/GOSPEL FESTIVAL. Viola, Iowa. Music from 1-5 PM. Location: Viola United Methodist Church, 221 Center St., Viola, Ia.




Bob Black with WHEEL HOSS, including Joe and Coleen Peterson, Dan Brown. Sat, Aug 5, 2023. HOOVER'S HOMETOWN DAYS, West Branch, Iowa. 11 AM - 12:30 PM, at the West Branch Main Street Stage.





Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle Fri- Sun, July 28, 29, 30, 2023

BACKBONE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Strawberry Point, Iowa
SEE FLYER ON EVENTS/NEWS PAGE





Bob Black, Keith Yoder, Paul Roberts, Daryl Yoder, Scott Amos, and Bill Cagley. Wed-Fri, July 26, 27, 28, 2023

Strawberry Jam Camp, Strawberry Point, Iowa. To sign up or get directions, contact: facebook: strawberryjamcamp
SEE FLYER ON EVENBob Black, Keith Yoder, Paul Roberts, Daryl Yoder, Scott Amos, and Bill Cagley.TS/NEWS PAGE






BANJOY and many other Bluegrass Bands, including: The Paul Family, The Anderegg Family, The Sodbusters, The Iowa No Mountain Boys, and The McPunk Brothers Fri-Sun, July 21, 22, 23, 2023
37TH ANNUAL KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Kalona, Iowa - Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St,
Kalona, Ia) Admission: Fri. $15; Sat, $20; Sat after 5, $15; Sun, $5. Weekend Pass, $25. Under 14 Free. Bring Lawn Chairs, Food Available. No Alcoholic beverages. (Sound: James Yoder: 319-936-7763)
More details TBA







Bob and Kristie Black & Banjoy with Joy Ward on fiddle Saturday, July 8, 2023
Music: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Market: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kalona Farmers' Market
Shop with your friends and loved ones this Saturday in downtown Kalona. We’ll have live music, food, plants, crafts, and more! The time together and the treasures you find will all hold something special.







Bob & Kristie Black, Mark Clark, Joy Ward Tues, July 4, 2023. 10-11 AM. Private Event, Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, IA.







Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY. Sun, June 25, 2023 *Sharon Center Bluegrass Festival*
Sharon Center United Methodist Church:
2804 520th St. SW, rural Kalona, Iowa between Iowa City and Kalona, south and east of Sharon Center.
Outdoors, weather permitting.
Lunch: 11:30 AM
Band Performances start at 12:15 PM.
No admission fee / Free will offering.
See flyer on events/news page!









Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, June 21, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa








Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY Sun, June 18, 2023 HARDT'S SAWMILL - OPEN HOUSE
North of Keota, IA at 15600 330th Ave
Free Food at 12 Noon!
Music: 1 PM








WILLIAM LAWSON with Bob and Kristie Black & Addie Lawson Sat, June 17, 2023 8th Annual Hampton Bluegrass and Country Music Festival
Franklin County Fairgrounds 1008 Central Ave West, Hampton, Iowa
See Flyer on Events/News page!








Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Sun, June 14, 2023
11:15-12 Noon. MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.








Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, June 11, 2023 Keota, Iowa 150th Town Celebration
Commemoration of Veteran's Memorial - 11:30 AM
Also: Ice Cream Social Concert on Main Street at 2:45 PM.








BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and FRIENDS Sun, June 4, 2023
1-3 PM Harlan, IA
Log Cabin Day
Shelby County Historical Museum, Harlan, Iowa. 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan, Iowa 51537. See flyer on Events/News Page or go to: Shelby County Historical Museum Facebook page. [email protected] 712-755-2437.







Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, May 17, 2023
11:15-12 Noon. MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.








Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY, Straightback Chair, The Great Bluegrass Herons, and Kirk Brandenberger Sunday Afternoon, May 14, 2023
1-3:30 PM
BLUEGRASS SPRINGTIME, A Special Mother's Day Treat. Trinity Methodist Church: 2330 Plank Road, Keokuk, IA. See flyer on events/news page!





Bob and Kristie Black & Banjoy with Joy Ward on fiddle Saturday, May 13, 2023
Music: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Market: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kalona Mother's Day Market
Shop with or for the mothers in your life this Saturday in downtown Kalona. We’ll have live music, food, plants, crafts, and more! The time together and the treasures you find will all hold something special.


BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians. Sun, April 30, 2023, 2-4 PM Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
Bob and Kristie Black, Mark Clark and Joy Ward Wed, Apr 19, 2023, 11:15-12 Noon. MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black, Mark Clark and Joy Ward Wed, Apr 19, 2023, 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob & Kristie Black, Paul Roberts, Mark Clark & Joy Ward Sat, April 1, 2023
2:00 PM
Wheatland, Iowa.
Private Event.
Bob and Kristie Black, Mark Clark and Joy Ward. Wed, Mar 22, 2023
11:15-12:00 noon MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, Mar 19, 2023
2:00 - 4:30 PM Farmer's Mercantile
Garrison, Iowa. Special St. Patrick's Day Program!
100 W Main St.
2 - 4:30 PM, Admission: $12
Refreshments by Garrison Library.
SEE FLYER ON EVENTS/NEWS PAGE
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Feb 15, 2023; 2:30-3:30 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Feb 15, 2023; 11:15-12:00 Noon MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY with Joy Ward, The Great Bluegrass Herons, Mary Roberts Rathje, Zoraida Oyola-Rebaza
Sun, Dec 11, 2022
7 PM The Great Bluegrass Herons and Friends Acoustic Christmas Program, Sharon Center United Methodist Church: 2804 520th Street,
rural Kalona, Iowa between Iowa City and Kalona, south & east of Sharon Center.
A map and directions can be found
at the church website:
See Flier on Events/News page.
Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sat, Dec 10, 2022
6-8 PM Private Party
Bob and Kristie Black, and Joy Ward Sat, Dec 3, 2022
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Kalona, Iowa
CHRISTMAS IN KALONA
Street Corner Concert outside of Yotty's Hardware Store!
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Nov 30, 2022
2:30 - 3:00 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Nov 30, 2022
11:15 - 12:00 Noon MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Oct 26, 2022
2:00- 3:00 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
Bob and Kristie Black, and Mark and Joy Ward Wed, Oct 26, 2022
11:15-12 Noon MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
Bob and Kristie Black & BANJOY, Straightback Chair, The Great Bluegrass Herons, and Kirk Brandenberger
Sun, Oct 30, 2022
1 - 3:00 PM Keokuk, Iowa - Bluegrass Concert. Trinity Methodist Church
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians.
Sun, Oct 9, 2022
2 - 4:00 PM Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. ALSO: THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS Sat, Sept 24, 2022
The Great Bluegrass Herons: 5-6 PM.
Banjoy: 6-7 PM.
Christian Music Festival, Hills Ball Park, Hills IA. Sponsored by the Catholic Cluster Parishes of Hills, Lone Tree, and Nichols, IA.
FOOD, FELLOWSHIP, and FUN!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, Sept 18, 2022
Approx. 9:30 AM
Conrad and Beaman United Methodist Barn Church Service.
At the Dielschneider Barn, 16465 310th St, Conrad, IA. --See Flyer on Events/News Page.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, Sept 17, 2022, 12-2 PM.
Pioneer Heritage Museum's Fall Festival, Marengo, IA
675 E South St. (Festival runs from 11AM-4PM-- BANJOY plays from 12-2PM)
Featuring: Walking Tacos, Drinks, Cookies, Homemade Ice Cream Making, Rope Making, Apple Cider Press, Chair Caning, Corn Shelling --See Flyer on Events/News Page.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, Sept 11, 2022, 5-7 PM.
Second Sunday Summer Concert Series, Musser Public Library, Muscatine, IA. 408 E 2nd St.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar.. Wed, Aug 31, 2022Wed, July 13, 2022
2:30 - 3:30 pm
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Fri, Sat, Sun, Aug 26, 27, 28, 2022. Banjoy scheduled for Sat, Aug 27 at 3:20 PM.
29th Annual Kalona Gospel Sing. --See flyer on events/news page! kalonagospelsing.com
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, Aug 17, 2022
All-Iowa Gospel Jubilee, Iowa State Fair, Pioneer Hall. Show runs from 6:30-8:00 and includes Banjoy, the Loynachans, and 2 other bands.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. ALSO PERFORMING: THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS Sat, Aug 13, 2022
The Great Bluegrass Herons: 2-3:30 PM.
Banjoy: 3:30-5 PM.
Courage Ride 2022!
Big Grove Brewery, 1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Fri, Aug 12, 2022
6-8 PM.
BLUEGRASS UNDER THE SUMMER SKY! Courtyard, Amana Performing Arts Center, 39 38th Ave, Amana, Iowa. ALSO: FARMER'S MARKET / SWAP MEET (4 PM) / PICNIC (5-7 PM)
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle. Thurs, Aug 4, 2022
11:00-12:30 PM.
HIGHLAND RIDGE Care Center, Williamsburg, IA.
Bob Black, Keith Yoder, Paul Roberts, Daryl Yoder, Scott Amos, and Bill Cagley. Wed-Fri, July 27, 28, 29, 2022
Strawberry Jam Camp, Strawberry Point, Iowa. To sign up or get directions, contact: facebook: strawberryjamcamp
BANJOY; SCHAEFER, BLACK, and YODER; THE McPUNK BROTHERS; BLUEGRASS EXPRESS; THE ANDEREGG FAMILY; NEW LEGACY; THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS. Fri-Sun, July 22, 23, 24, 2022
36TH ANNUAL KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Kalona, Iowa - Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St,
Kalona, Ia) Admission: Fri. $15; Sat, $20; Sat after 5, $15; Sun, $5. Weekend Pass, $25. Under 14 Free. Bring Lawn Chairs, Food Available. No Alcoholic beverages. (Sound: James Yoder: 319-936-7763).
FOR FLYER AND MORE DETAILS, PLEASE SEE KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL PAGE.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sat, July 16, 2022
10 AM-12 Noon
Kalona IA Farmer's Market.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Mark Clark and Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, July 13, 2022
2:30 PM
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Mark Clark and Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, July 13, 2022
11:15 - 12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Mark Clark and Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, June 29, 2022
2:30 PM
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Mark Clark and Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, June 29, 2022
11:15 - 12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sat, June 18, 2022
10 AM- 12 Noon
Kalona IA Farmer's Market.
KALONA DAYS.
BOB BLACK with THE RIVER BOTTOM RAMBLERS Sun, June 12, 2022
1-4 pm.
WMT GREAT EASTERN IOWA TRACTORCADE, West Liberty, Ia, Muscatine County Fairgrounds.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and FRIENDS Sun, June 5, 2022
2 PM
Harlan, IA
Log Cabin Day
Shelby County Historical Museum, Harlan, Iowa. 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan, Iowa 51537. See flyer on Events/News Page or go to: [email protected] 712-755-2437.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sat, June 4, 2022
10 AM- 12 Noon
Kalona IA Farmer's Market.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle Sat, May 25, 2022
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS, and JOY WARD. Sat, May 21, 2022
South Amana, IA
Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar.
Wed, May 18, 2022
11:15 - 12:00Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians.
Sun, April 24, 2022
2 - 4:00 PM
Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Apr 20, 2022
11:15 AM-12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Mar 23, 2022
11:15 AM-12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site: Special St. Patrick's Day Program!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle. Thurs, Mar 17, 2022, 2:00 PM
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. Special St. Patrick's Day Show!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sun, Mar 13, 2022
Farmer's Mercantile,
Garrison, Iowa. Special St. Patrick's Day Program!
100 W Main St.
2 - 4:30 PM, Admission: $10
Refreshments by Garrison Library.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle. Tues, Feb 22, 2022,
2 PM
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Feb 9, 2022,
11:15 AM-12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and JOY WARD, Fiddle. Tues, Feb 1, 2022,
2:30 PM
Highland Ridge, Williamsburg, IA
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS Thur, Jan 20, 2022,
Beck's Seed Corn Private Event, Mt. Pleasant, IA
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS Mon, Jan 17, 2022,
1:00-2:20 PM
Silvercrest Legacy, Iowa City, IA
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle. Thur, Jan 13, 2022,
2 PM BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Jan 12, 2022,
11:15 AM-12:00 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Dec 15, 2021.
11:15-12 Noon
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Wed, Dec 8, 2021.
2 PM
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Sat, Dec 4, 2021.
Christmas in Kalona,
Kalona, IA
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle. Thur, Dec 2, 2021, 5:30-7:00 PM.
Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle Thur, Nov, 18, 2021.
BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Nov, 17, 2021.
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and PAUL and JULIE ROBERTS Mon, Nov, 8, 2021.
Antique Tractor Organization,
Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle and Mark Clark on guitar. Wed, Oct 27, 2021.
MILLERSBURG, Iowa. Senior Dining Site
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle, and The Great Bluegrass Herons Sat, Oct 23, 2021.
CHRISTIAN MUSIC FEST, Hills, Iowa Ball Park. BRING LAWN CHAIRS! Join us for food, fellowship, and fun. Sponsored by The Catholic Cluster Parishes of Hills, Lone Tree, and Nichols, Iowa. See flyer on Events/News Page. In case of inclement weather, event will be held at Hills Community Center.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with Joy Ward on fiddle. Thur, Oct 21, 2021, 2:00 PM.

BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with MARK CLARK & JOY WARD Sun, Sept 19, 2021.
Starts at 12:15 PM. Sharon Center Bluegrass Festival, featuring Banjoy, Sharon Praise Unplugged, Straight Back Chair, The Messengers, and Sharon Bethel Quartet. Food will be availabvle starting at 11:30 AM. Location: Sharon Center United Methodist Church, 2804 520th St. SW, rural Kalona, Iowa. For details, see flyer on Events/News page.

BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with MARK CLARK & JOY WARD. Sat, Sept 18, 2021.
2-3:30 PM Olds, Iowa. TOWN PICNIC at the City Park Shelter. PICNIC IN THE PARK
(SPONSORED BY OLDS CITY COUNCIL AND LOCAL BUSINESSES)
CITY PARK FROM 12-4
BANJOY FROM 2:00-3:30
(SERVING: HOT DOGS-HAMBURGERS-CHIPS AND DRINK)
BOUNCY HOUSE AND CHALK DRAWING FOR THE KIDS
BRING YOUR LAWN CHAIRS
SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE FUN

BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JEFF MORGAN, (guitar); ROSS BLACK, (bass); TED JOHNSON, (mandolin). FUN FUN FUN! Fri, Sept 10, 2021. 6-8 PM. It's FUN FUN FUN! Shelby County Historical Museum, Harlan, Iowa. 1805 Morse Avenue, Harlan, Iowa 51537. See flyer on Events/News Page or go to: [email protected] 712-755-2437.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle. Sat, Aug 28, 2021.
7-9 PM
CHRISTIAN MUSIC FEST, Hills, Iowa Ball Park. BRING LAWN CHAIRS! Join us for food, fellowship, and fun. Sponsored by The Catholic Cluster Parishes of Hills, Lone Tree, and Nichols, Iowa. See flyer on Events/News Page.
Sat, Aug 28, 2021.
3:20 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
KALONA GOSPEL SING.
Windmill Ridge Campground, Kalona, Iowa.
For complete details see flyer on Events and News Page or go to
Fri, Sat, Aug 20, 21, 2021.
Fri- 3:20 PM
Sat-11:40 AM, 4:40 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
VOICES OF PEACE GOSPEL FESTIVAL, Hilbert, Wisc. See events and news page for flyer.
Sat, Aug 14, 2021. 11AM-1PM. The Great Bluegrass Herons: 11AM-12 Noon. Banjoy: 12 Noon-1 PM.
Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle. Also, The Great Bluegrass Herons.
Courage Ride Lunch Break. Washington, Iowa Fairgrounds, Dallmeyer Hall. Courage Ride, Fighting Sarcoma Cancer, honoring the life of Seth Bailey, is an annual bike ride through beautiful rural Iowa. For route maps, entertainment schedules, food details, etc. go to See events and news page for flyer
Sun, Aug 1, 2021. 2 PM.
Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
NORTH ENGLISH FUN DAYS, North English, Iowa, Upper Shelter.
Fri, Sat, July 30, 31, 2021. Cedar Springs Camp and Retreat, 1260 River Road, Floyd, Iowa. 641-832-7963.
Bob and Kristie Black and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
Cedar Springs Bluegrass Gospel Festival. Featured Bands: BANJOY, THE ANDEREGGS, PAUL FAMILY BLUEGRASS, BLUEGRASS EXPRESS, SOUTHERN RAISED, THE FARM HANDS.
www.midwestgospelministries.org
Fri, Sat, Sun, July 23, 24, 25, 2021.
Strawberry Jam Camp Instructor band: Bob Black, Keith Yoder, Paul Roberts, Daryl Yoder, Scott Amos, and Bill Cagley.
Backbone Bluegrass Festival, Strawberry Point, Iowa. Facebook: backbonebluegrass
Wed, Thur, Fri, July 21, 22, 23, 2021.
Bob Black, Keith Yoder, Paul Roberts, Daryl Yoder, Scott Amos, and Bill Cagley.
Strawberry Jam Camp, Strawberry Point, Iowa. To sign up or get directions, contact: facebook: strawberryjamcamp
Fri, Sat, Sun, July 16, 17, 18, 2021. Showtimes: Fri - 7 PM,
Sat - 1 PM & 7 PM, Sun. - 10 AM
(Hymn Sing to
follow)
(See flyer on Kalona Bluegrass Festival page or on Events/News page). Camping Info: 318-656-4488. Festival Info: Bob Black: 319-330-2462 or 319-330-2413. Email: [email protected]
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle - along with other great Midwestern Bluegrass Bands to be announced!
35TH ANNUAL KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Kalona, Iowa - Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St,
Kalona, Ia) Admission: Fri. $15; Sat, $20; Sat after 5, $15; Sun, $5. Weekend Pass, $25. Under 14 Free. Bring Lawn Chairs, Food Available. No Alcoholic beverages. (Sound: James Yoder: 319-936-7763)
Fri, July 9, 2021
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, Fiddle STUMPTOWN TRACTOR RIDE SUPPER, Lone Tree, Iowa American Legion. BANJOY starts at 6:45 / open to public, free admission!
Farmer’s Supper 6-6:45 pm, reservations
required. To make reservations,
call 319-325-1903 by noon Friday, July 2, 2021)
Sat, June 19, 2021. 9am-12noon. BOB & KRISTIE BLACK
and BANJOY with Joy Ward on Fiddle
KALONA FARMER'S MARKET on the corner of 5th St. and B ave. in downtown Kalona, Iowa. Website:
Sun, May 16, 2021. 2-4 PM. BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Steve Hanson, Paul & Julie Roberts, Ursula Williams, and other fine bluegrass musicians.
Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle - along with other great Midwestern Bluegrass Bands to be announced!
Fri, Sat, Sun, July 17, 18, 19, 2020. Showtimes: Fri - 7 PM,
Sat - 1 PM & 7 PM, Sun. - 10 AM
(Hymn Sing to
follow)
(See flyer on Kalona Bluegrass Festival page or on Events/News page). Camping Info: 318-656-4488. Festival Info: Bob Black: 319-330-2462 or 319-330-2413. Email: [email protected]
34TH ANNUAL KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, Kalona, Iowa - Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St,
Kalona, Ia) Admission: Fri. $15; Sat, $20; Sat after 5, $15; Sun, $5. Weekend Pass, $25. Under 14 Free. Bring Lawn Chairs, Food Available. No Alcoholic beverages. (Sound: James Yoder: 319-936-7763)
-CANCELLED-
BOB BLACK, KEITH YODER, PAUL ROBERTS, DARRELL YODER, SCOTT AMOS, and BILL CAGLEY
-CANCELLED-
Wed-Fri, July 22-24, 2020.
-CANCELLED-
STRAWBERRY JAM CAMP - Strawberry Point, Iowa - To sign up or get directions Contact: More Info (facebook): strawberryjamcamp
-BANJOY will not be playing at this festival but it will still take place as a ticketed event on VIMEO-
Fri, Sat, Aug 7-8, 2020.
Where: Cedar Springs Camp and Retreat, 1260 River Road, Floyd, Iowa. Phone: 641-832-7963. www.midwestgospelministries.org

-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle. RESCHEDULED TO Aug 20-21, 2021
VOICES OF PEACE GOSPEL FEST, Hilbert, Wisc. More Information to come!
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
Sun, Aug 23, 2020. Christ the King Lutheran Church service, Sherwood, Wisconsin. 9 AM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY.
Fri-Sat, Aug 28-29, 2020.
THE KALONA GOSPEL FESTIVAL, Windmill Ridge Campground, Kalona, IA. BANJOY will be performing on one of these days and THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS will be performing on the other. More information will be posted here as it becomes available.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
Sun, Sept 6, 2020. Lake Iowa Park, near Ladora, Iowa, in Iowa County.
LAKE IOWA POLLINATOR FESTIVAL.
An entire day devoted to all things pollinators. Monarch demonstrations and tagging, beekeeping seminars, honey tasting, live music, crafts, and vendors. Starts at 10 am.
www.facebook.com/lakeiowapark

-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, fiddle.
Fri, Sept 18, 2020. Middle Amana, Iowa.
Evening.
Private Event.
-POSTPONED TO SUN, OCT 11, 2020
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Steve Hanson, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians.
In keeping with social distancing, this will be held outside, east of the Hall instead of inside the church. Be sure to bring lawn chairs! Call Ahead to confirm: Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Old Fashioned HYMN SING: Outside of HALL, west of St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD on fiddle
Sat, Oct 10, 2020. 2PM/3PM.
Geyer's Oven, 1259 Rohret Road SW, Oxford, Iowa.
http://landalliancefolk.com
http://facebook.com/landalliance/
Website
Facebook
Drive-in Bluegrass Concert on the farm. Straightback Chair: 2 PM; Banjoy: 3 PM. Reminisent of the drive-in theaters of 50-plus years ago, Straightback Chair and Banjoy will perform a drive-in concert of bluegrass, gospel, and Americana tunes and songs. While performing live and onstage, the concert will be broadcast to your car radio, allowing you to remain in your cars while enjoying the show. $10 per person donation suggested. Parking open at 1:30. Restrooms available.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Steve Hanson, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians.
Sun, Oct 11, 2020
2-4 PM. In keeping with social distancing, this will be held outside, east of the Hall instead of inside the church. Be sure to bring lawn chairs! Call Ahead to confirm: Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674
Old Fashioned HYMN SING: Outside of HALL, west of St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along!
BANJOY
Thur, Dec 3, 2020
Private Event
-CANCELLED- BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, Fiddle
Thurs, April 22, 2021
Newton, Iowa - BAR NONE COWBOY CHURCH 7 PM. - I-80 Exit 164, website: barnonecowboychurchofiowa.com
-CANCELLED-
RESCHEDULED TO 7-9-2021
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle. -CANCELLED-
RESCHEDULED TO 7-9-2021
Fri, July 10, 2020 - STUMPTOWN TRACTOR RIDE SUPPER, Lone Tree, Iowa American Legion. -CANCELLED-
RESCHEDULED TO 7-9-2021
5:30 PM.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, fiddle; SHARON PRAISE BAND, THE GIRLS NEXT DOOR, and THE ANDEREGG FAMILY. -CANCELLED-
Sun, June 28, 2020
Food served at 11:30, music to follow. Free will donation. -CANCELLED-
Sharon Center United Methodist Church BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL. 2804 520th Street RURAL Kalona Iowa--between Iowa City and Kalona, south & east of Sharon Center. www.sharoncenterumc.wordpress.com/directions SEE FLYER on events/news page.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, JEFF MORGAN, (guitar); ROSS BLACK, (bass); TED JOHNSON, (mandolin) -CANCELLED-
Sun, June 7, 2020 - Our Third Year and it's FUN FUN FUN!
Early afternoon (exact time to be announced later) -CANCELLED-
Harlan, Iowa: LOG CABIN DAY. Free for the entire family! Food vendors, entertainment, museum tours, fun for all. Shelby County Historical Society and Museum - 1805 Morse Ave, Harlan, Iowa. [email protected] 712-755-2437.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, fiddle -CANCELLED-
Tues, April 28, 2020 -CANCELLED- Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa. 3-4 P.M.
-POSTPONED- NEW DATE: OCT 4, 2121
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians. -POSTPONED- NEW DATE: OCT 4, 2120
Sun, April 26, 2020 -POSTPONED- NEW DATE: OCT 4, 2121
Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! SEE FLYER on events/news page.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, Fiddle -CANCELLED-
Thurs, April 23, 2020 -CANCELLED-
Newton, Iowa - BAR NONE COWBOY CHURCH 7 PM. - I-80 Exit 164, website: barnonecowboychurchofiowa.com

-CANCELLED-
BANJOY (with Joy Ward), STRAIGHTBACK CHAIR, and THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS -CANCELLED-
Sat, Mar 28, 2020 -CANCELLED-
A BLUEGRASS NIGHT AT THE COGGIN OPERA HOUSE - cogginoperahouse.com - 7 PM - Admission: $15. Tickets at door or call 319-435-2071 to reserve will-call tickets. 209 E Main, Coggin, IA. SEE FLYER ON EVENTS/NEWS PAGE.
-CANCELLED-
BANJOY RIDGE!!! Featuring BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD & MARK CLARK -CANCELLED-
Wed, Mar 18, 2020 -CANCELLED-
Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, fiddle. -CANCELLED-
Tues, Mar 17, 2020 -CANCELLED-
St. Patrick's Day Party - Highland Ridge Assisted Living, Williamsburg, Iowa. 2:30-3:30 P.M.
-CANCELLED-
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, fiddle. -CANCELLED-
Tues, Mar 17, 2020 -CANCELLED-
St. Patrick's Day Party - Highland Ridge Assisted Living, Williamsburg, Iowa. 2:30-3:30 P.M.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and Banjoy with JOY WARD, fiddle. Sun, Mar 15, 2020. Farmer's Mercantile, Garrison, Iowa 2-4:30 PM with 1/2 hr. intermission. Garrison Library will provide wonderful refreshments. Irish Music in honor of St. Patrick's Day, in addition to our regular BANJOY favorites!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, PAUL ROBERTS, and KIRK BRANDENBURGER (fiddle) Fri, Feb 28, 2020 Washington County GOP Dinner, Riverside, Iowa.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Feb 26, 2020 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, Fiddle Tues, Feb 25, 2020 Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa. 3 P.M.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD Sun. Feb 23, 2020 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2:30 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed. Feb 19, 2020 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa.
6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed. Feb 19, 2020 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Feb 12, 2020 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, Fiddle Tues, Jan 28, 2020 Highland Ridge Assisted Living, Williamsburg, Iowa. 2:30 P.M..
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, Fiddle Mon, Jan 27, 2020 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2:30 PM.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Jan 8, 2020 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and Banjoy Sat, Jan 4, 2020 Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Dec 18, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa.
6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256 .
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Dec 18, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon .
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and Banjoy with JOY WARD, The Great Bluegrass Herons, Castle Ridge, and more to be announced. Sun, Dec 15, 2019, 7:00 PM. THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS AND FRIENDS ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM. At Sharon Center United Methodist Church, 2804 520th Street RURAL Kalona Iowa--between Iowa City and Kalona, south & east of Sharon Center.
www.sharoncenterumc.wordpress.com/directions .
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Dec 11, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward, The GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS, CASTLE RIDGE, MEG MERCKENS-JOHNSON. Sun, Dec 8, 2019. 2-4:30 PM. Admission: $15. See Flyer on Events/News Page. THE GREAT BLUEGRASS HERONS ACOUSTIC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - FARMER'S MERCANTILE HALL,
100 W Main Street, Garrison, Iowa. 319-475-2277.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on Fiddle Fri, Dec 6, 2019. Doors open at 6:30, Performance 7-8:30. Performance Free, Coffee and treats available for purchase.
See Flyer on Events/News Page! Coffee House Night at Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center, 4500 North 10th Street, Marion, Iowa. www.cityofmarion.org
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY Thurs, Dec 5, 2019 Private Event
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Nov 27, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle Fri, Nov 22, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Nov 20, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa.
6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Nov 20, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB and KRISTIE BLACK Fri, Nov 15, 2019 Keystone Place Assisted Living, North Liberty, Ia. 3-4 PM.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Nov 13, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Oct 23, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Oct 16, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa. 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Oct 16, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Oct 15, 2019 Highland Ridge Assisted Living, Williamsburg, Iowa. 2:30 P.M.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians. Sun, Oct 13, 2019, 2-4 PM. Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! See flyer on events/news page.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Oct 9, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Oct 8, 2019 Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa. 3 P.M.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle Sun, Oct 6, 2019 Private Event. North Liberty, Iowa. Keystone Place Assisted Living.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with Joy Ward on fiddle Sat, Oct 5, 2019
Walford, IA, Ponderosa Ballroom - MIDWEST ALL-MUSIC ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME AWARD FOR BANJOY. Doors open at 3. Inductions start at 4 PM. Music begins at 5:45 with The Dale Thomas Band, Barefoot Becky, BANJOY, The Gamblers, The Memory Brothers, and Johnny Rogers. Emcee: Scott Sanborn. Tickets: $15 in Advance, $20 at the door. For Advance tickets, call 319-338-0000.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle Mon, Sept 30, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle Sat, Sept 28, 2019 CAMBRIDGE, IOWA - Private Event. 6:00 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Sept 25, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS Fri, Sept 20, 2019 Iowa City, Iowa. Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Sept 18, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington. 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256St,
North English, Iowa
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Sept 18, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Sept 11, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Sun, Sept, 8, 2019 College Green Park, 600 E College St, Iowa City, IA. Parties in the Park
4-5:30 PM.
Please bring a lawn chair!
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, fiddle;
The Cedar River Whalers;
Castle Ridge; and The River Bottom Ramblers Sun, Sept, 1, 2019 Lake Iowa Park, Iowa County, IA. PollinatorFest
An entire day devoted to all things pollinators. Monarch demonstrations and tagging, beekeeping seminars, honey tasting, live music, crafts, and vendors. Starts at 10 am.
www.facebook.com/lakeiowapark
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with special guest JOY WARD, fiddle Fri, Aug 30, 2019 THE GREAT SOUTH AMANA SWAP MEET AND FARMER'S MARKET. 6-8 pm. Outside South Amana, Iowa - Follow the signs. Old-time music under the big tree. Free admission and parking! For more information call 319-551-6691 or email [email protected]
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Aug 28, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, Fiddle Tue, Aug 27, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Aug 21, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington. 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256St,
North English, Iowa
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Aug 21, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY Sun, Aug 18, 2019 NEW HORIZON UCC. Kewaskum, WI. 9663 Hwy 144 North. 10 AM Church service.
Phone: 262-692-6444.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY Sat, Aug 16-17, 2019 HILBERT, WISCONSIN - HILBERT CIVIC PARK. VOICES OF PEACE GOSPEL FESTIVAL. Performance Times: Fri 4:20; Sat 11;40 am & 4:00 pm.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Aug 14, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, FIDDLE Fri, Aug 9, 2019 WEST LIBERTY, IOWA. 7-9 PM. Music begins at 6:30 to 9:00 pm at Ron De Voo Park, Downtown West Liberty, Iowa.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and PAUL & JULIE ROBERTS Sat, Aug 3, 2019 VIOLA, IOWA. THE VIOLA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MUSIC FESTIVAL. 1:00 Bob and Kristie, Paul and Julie
2:00 The Messengers
3:00 Blue Rapids
4:00 The Anderegg Family
BOB BLACK, KEITH YODER, PAUL ROBERTS, BILL CAGLEY, DARYL YODER and SCOTT AMOS Wed, July 24, 25, 26, 2019 STRAWBERRY JAM CAMP. Workshops, jamming, fun! See web page at http://strawberryjamcamp.com/
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle, along with many other great bands!
(See flyer on Kalona Bluegrass Festival page or on Events/News page) Fri-Sun, July 19-21, 2019 THE 33rd annual KALONA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL!
Showtimes: Fri - 7 PM,
Sat - 1 PM & 7 PM, Sun. - 10 AM
(Hymn Sing to
follow)
(See flyer on Kalona Bluegrass Festival page or on Events/News page) KALONA, IOWA - Windmill Ridge Campground,
2 mi. S. of Kalona, IA on Hwy 1,
then 1 mi. W. (2114 140th St,
Kalona, Ia)

BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, July 10, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, July 9, 2019 Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa. 3 P.M.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD, fiddle Tues, July 2, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, June 26, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, June 19, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa. 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with special guest, KIRK BRANDENBERGER, fiddle Fri, June 15, 2019 KEOKUK, IA. RAND PARK PAVILLION. The Radio Keokuk Local Music Festival. Banjoy: 3-4 PM.
Other Bands: 4-9 PM.
website: www.keokukiowatourism.org
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY Fri, June 14, 2019 THE GREAT SOUTH AMANA SWAP MEET AND FARMER'S MARKET.
6-8 pm. Outside South Amana, Iowa - Follow the signs. Old-time music under the big tree. Free admission and parking! For more information call 319-551-6691 or email [email protected]
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, June 12, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa. 7-10 PM. 7-10 PM.
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Sun, June 9, 2019 Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Thurs, June 6, 2019


BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with ROSS BLACK, Bass Sun, June 2, 2019
BOB, KRISTIE, and ROSS:
12 - 2 PM
TED JOHNSON:
2:30 PM.
HARLAN, IOWA - Log Cabin Day.Sun, June 2, 2019
BOB, KRISTIE, and ROSS:
12 - 2 PM
TED JOHNSON:
2:30 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Fri, May 17, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa.
2:30 - 3:30 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, May 15, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa
6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, May 15, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site.
11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, May 8, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa
7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle Sat, May 4, 2019
PEOPLE'S CHURCH UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST - 4980 Gordan Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA.
Fund Raiser Benefit Concert. See flyer on events/news page. Free child care is available IF advance notice is given: 319-362-9827. email: [email protected] 7 PM. Tickets: $20 eventbrite.com or at the door. Proceeds will got to The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success. Since 1989 they have been providing academic assistance and mentoring to children of color in Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area.
www.theacademy
sps.com/what-we
-do/ Church website: www.peoplesuu.org
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tue, Apr 30, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with JOY WARD, Fiddle Thur, Apr 25, 2019 Newton, Iowa - BAR NONE COWBOY CHURCH - I-80 Exit 164, website: barnonecowboychurchofiowa.com
7 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Apr 24, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Apr 17, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Apr 17, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Apr 16, 2019 Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa 3:00 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Apr 10, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa 7-10 PM.
BOB BLACK, KIRK BRANDENBERGER, DAVE ROSS, and PAUL ROBERTS Tues, Apr 9, 2019 West Point, Iowa Private Event
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK, Paul & Julie Roberts, and other fine bluegrass musicians. Sun, Apr 7, 2019 Old Fashioned HYMN SING: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Holbrook, Iowa. 7 miles south of Amana Interchange on I-80. Contact: Steve Hanson - 319-936-8674 2-4 PM. Community Hymn Sing. Free Admission. Everyone Welcome. Come sing along! See flyer on events/news page.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Apr 2, 2019 Highland Ridge Assisted Living, Williamsburg, Iowa 2:30 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK and BANJOY with special guest, JOY WARD, fiddle; and JOHN PURK, mandolin! Sat, Mar 30, 2019 Toledo, Iowa - OTTER CREEK LAKE AND PARK - Nature Center. BEAUTIFUL BUILDING/LOCATION!
Directions: mycountyparks.com Annual Fund Raiser for Otter Creek Nature Center. Held since 1989. Supporters gather to eat a buffet meal, enjoy entertainment, and bid in silent and open auctions to help generate funds to support our environmental education programs. Doors open at 5:30 PM - ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED. (May be purchased by calling 641-484-2231) BUFFET MEAL: 6:00 PM SHOWTIME: 7:15 PM SILENT/OPEN AUCTION: 8:15 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Mar 27, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Mar 20, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Mar 20, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with JOY WARD on Fiddle Sun, Mar 17, 2019 Farmer's Mercantile, Garrison, Iowa 2-4:30 PM
BOB BLACK with THE BURLINGTON STREET BLUEGRASS BAND Wed, Mar 13, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa 7-10 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Mar 12, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK with PAUL ROBERTS Sat, Feb 23, 2019 Washington, Iowa Private Event
-CANCELLED- Wed, Feb 20, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Feb 19, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM.
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Feb 19, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 2-3 PM.
-CANCELLED- Wed, Feb 13, 2019 THE MILL RESTAURANT, IOWA CITY, IOWA 120 E Burlington St. Iowa City, Iowa 7-10 PM.
-CANCELLED- Wed, Feb 13, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
-CANCELLED- Tues, Feb 5, 2019 Highland Ridge Care Center, Williamsburg, Iowa 3:00 PM
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Jan 16, 2019 English Valley Care Center
150 W Washington St,
North English, Iowa 6:30-7:30 PM. We will perform with THE BLUEBIRDS (including Ross Knipfer and Julie Montgomery) Always the 3rd Wednesday of every month 319-664-3256
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Wed, Jan 16, 2019 Millersburg Iowa, Senior Dining Site. 11:15AM - 12:00 Noon
BOB & KRISTIE BLACK Tues, Jan 15, 2019 BRIARWOOD CARE CENTER, 605 Greenwood Drive, Iowa City, Iowa. 1:45 PM

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