Saturday Gig Recap, Open Studios and...Love Is All We Need...

Saturday was fun. Did the gig despite dealing with a head cold and a toothache. 

Craig and Dave had too much fun again. It was a good gig. The guys did an admirable job of keeping up with set list changes, and we did the Zep tune. Anyway, it seems that I have managed to finally send that head cold packing, and I'll be making a dentist appointment first chance I get this morning. 

Music: 

Been working on some new tunes. Next gig is at The Saloon during Santacon! December 13th. 2025. 4 - 8 pm 

Art: 

In case you missed it, I'm rebooting my Artsboretum project, and we'll be participating in some events around that - Holiday Open Studios at 7 - 11 Mark Drive,  the first weekend of December. So save the dates! 

Other Stuff: 

For my friends who follow food business - check out this post from my main personal blog, about Miyoko's attempt to buy back her company:  http://maritamburo.com/

Civic Matters: 

Here's an interesting and important conversation about gerrymandering, which is a matter of concern for anyone who cares about voting rights. 

https://www.youtube.com/live/ksAI4ypzvb0?si=wsmcEBCaUeIiyo_F

Oh, and the Supreme Court refused to hear a case on same sex marriage, which is good news for love. 

 

That's all for now. Take care. 

Ox, 

Mari 

Next Show: November 8th, 4 - 8 in San Francisco

Hey Everybody! 

Hope this note finds you well. I'm saving my energy for the gig and skipping the extra notes this morning, as I send you some love and a reminder that we will be back at our "monthly Second Saturday Afternoon at The Saloon in San Francisco" - Craig Caffall will be joining us again, as Richard is attending to fatherly activities. It will be a fun time, so I hope you can join us. 

Keep your spirits up, stay well informed by diversifying your news sources, and concentrate on things you can control. 

That's all for now. 

Ox, 

Mari 

Family Traditions

Hey Everybody! 

Stopping in to say "Hello" and wish you a week filled with wonder. Pumpkin carving was the weekend activity. 

We are learning some new tunes for our November 8th gig - the 2nd Saturday afternoon at The Saloon. It will a Guitarmaggedon for sure! 

Ox, 

Mari 

Freedom Friday: 10.24.25

Hey Everybody! 

Strange times, these. "I've been more than a bit distracted..." can you name that tune? Hint: I wrote it and it needs an update. Working on working it into the set. 

My bandcamp cannot take payments at this time, because they switched up the payment system and I haven't been able to update it yet. If you have been trying to give me money, thanks for your patience. 

As for the song's subject matter, I do my best to pay attention, but not too much attention to be led to despair. Been there, done that. Doesn't work for me. I am best served by creating joy. 

And speaking of creating joy, I'm in the midst of several projects, and seeking at least a part time steady day gig, or sone more paid projects.  I can offer communication services, write, make flyers, gift wrap, serve at an information booth, make signs, social media, tend bar at events (I don't drink alcohol, so no worries about be dipping into the profits.) 

Oh, and I'm available for recording as well! 

The thing is, I'm flexible, available and I take care of myself, so am pretty healthy (knock wood.) I currently only have a once a month afternoon gig on a Saturday.  We do try to see the kids and grandkids at least once a week, and that is usually a Sunday. Call me or text me: 415-789-MARI 

Something on my mind, that I thought worthy of a share: 

This happened on October 23rd. Please call your elected representatives. Remind them that they work for US and you do not want to see our public lands being destroyed for short term profits. Then, if you can afford it, please donate to Earthjustice. 

There's more, of course, but this seems urgent, and there is so much bad being thrown at us, I'm taking it one crisis at a time.  

We are all we've got. Let's take care of each other. Spend time with people you love and admire, and be grateful for the time you got to spend with loved ones who are no longer here. 

Be sure to create some joy for yourself. Sending love. 

Ox, 

Mari 

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P.s. If you know someone who has too many drums lying around, show them this, and be sure tell them to use the discount code: 

Monday Morning Musings : Pumpkin Patch, No Kings : 10.20.25

Hey Everybody! 

Next music gig, we are back at The Saloon, for our "Second Saturday afternoon" monthly residency. 4 - 8 pm. Guesting for Richard will be Craig Caffall for another "Guitarmaggeddon" edition of LLK. 

Weekend Recap: 

Hope you had an enjoyable weekend. It was a busy one for me. Friday started with a photo shoot, and rather than attempting to wrangle the whole band, I went solo for this one. It was relatively chill and painless, thanks to Markelle Palombo and her enthusiasm and expertise. 

She did a fun time lapse. You can watch it here. 

The location of the shoot is also where I'm going to be working on my Artsboretum  project, art for future albums and creative community. And who knows? Maybe I will get to that "vehicle for change" art car! Just need some funding. 

Saturday, Arne and I joined the millions of concerned citizens around the world for the prodemocracy, anti-authoritarian "no kings" rally. I love that he joined me for this one. If logistics had been favorable, we would have been among the throngs in SF, but we played it close to the home base. We do what we can, folks. It's all any of us can do. 

It was a joyful experience, and I noticed many friends posting pics to prove they were also in attendance. We love our country and want it to stay a democracy. It was a bit hot, and I grabbed a selfie mid melt. 

Sunday, it was pumpkin patch time and that was a completely different type of joyful experience. The "G kids" are fun to watch. When the two year old was done, we were all ready to go home!

Anyway, that's all for now. Take care of yourself and whoever and whatever else you can. We are all in this together, whether we realize it or not. 

Ox, 

Mari 

Saturday October 11th in San Francisco | Jane Goodall

Hey Everybody! 

Thanks to everyone who showed up on October 3rd at Lucca - we had a great time and, based upon the response and feedback, so did the crowd!  Such a fun place. 

Speaking of fun places, we are back at The Saloon this Saturday, 10/11, from 4 - 8 pm. If you are near, stop by and say "Hi!" 

That said, there is a Netflix show called "Famous Last Words - Dr. Jane Goodall" If you haven't seen it yet, please give it a look and listen. It may inspire some hopeful feelings. Goodness knows we can use more hope these days. 

And live music! 

Ox, 

Mari  

Friday, October 3rd in Benicia

Hey Everybody! 

We are back at Lucca in Benicia on Friday October 3rd. 

6:30 pm downbeat. 

No cover. All ages. 

At the request of a long time fan, we are adding "Gomorrah" to the set. 

Looking forward to the gig. 

Hope you have the best possible week.  

Ox, 

Mari 

A Few Things...

Local happenings first - we are celebrating our dear friend Myron tonight at The Saloon. 

Food starts at around 6 pm, and the cake lighting is scheduled for 8:15 

Music wise, Jose Simioni holds the regular Wednesday slot, and he usually  starts playing at 4:30 pm. If you have never heard him, you might want to check him out. Jose  is talented as well as skilled and is always accompanied by players who are more than competent. For you late night folks, My Blue Soul follows (or continues) the festivities at 9:30 pm. 

(I made the flyer, by the way. If you need some help with social media content, etc., contact me. I'm also available for other gigs between gigs. And more music gigs, as long as they are not on a Sunday after our second Saturday Saloon show. I need my proper vocal rest.) 

Secondly, if you have been hiding under a rock or so busy working to pay the bills that you missed the whole FCC/Disney debacle, Jimmy Kimmel is back on the air, although in 80% of previous market. Reason being, Sinclair and Nexstar (I think I got that right, pun intended) are still refusing to air his show. If you haven't watched it yet, check it out on You Tube. 

That's all I have for now. I usually like to keep this blog for music related "stuff" - you can find more music links on the band linktree.

That said, if you want to read my ramblings about life and current events,  please subscribe to my other "stuff" - you can find anything and everything on my personal linktree: 

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Again, hope you have the best possible day. 

Sending love and light. 

Ox, 

Mari