Blues concert at Patonga

The third annual Blues Across the Bay afternoon will be held at the Broken Bay Sports and Recreation Centre on Saturday, November 13, from noon to 6pm.

Patonga Tennis, Sports, Social and Community Club president Mr Peter Segol said the event would be organised by club in a similar way to last year, with numbers strictly limited.

"We are limiting ticket numbers to 500 which means it is controllable as far as parking in Patonga is concerned and it keeps it an exclusive event over at the recreation centre", he said.

This year's entertainment includes many bands, with Jim Conway's "Big Wheel" heading the line up.

Also appearing will be rhythm and blues musician Geoff Achison, who spends most of his time performing in the USA.

Another group will be the blues duo Hat Fitz and Itchy.

Mr Segol said Hat Fitz was a regular visitor and his unique and energetic style was great fun.

Other performers included local singer, songwriter and guitarist Annie O'Reilly, and local Brooklyn-based blues and roots group "The Anglers".

Ferries will transport people to the venue from Patonga wharf with the first ferry leaving at 11am.

The return trip will bring patrons back to Patonga around 6:30 to 7pm.

As there are no shops at the Sport and Recreation Centre, patrons have been asked to bring picnic lunch and cold drinks, rugs or chairs to sit on and sunscreen and hats or umbrellas.

Tickets are 30 for adult and $22 for children aged four to 15, including the ferry from and to Patonga.

All funds raised go towards providing community facilities within the village of Patonga.

Contact 4379 1193 for further information.

Email, October 18 Jill Tweedie