June 2012 - Anne Feeney's Fellow Travelers' Advisory - VOLUME SEVEN, #12

If you'd like to buy my CDs, and I sure hope you do!, try http://www.cdbaby.com/all/unionmaid

I'm going to have amazing tour schwag from the very exciting HARD TRAVELIN' TOUR that Mark Ross, Adam Moss and I are doing in honor of Woody Guthrie's 100th Birthday.  Keep your eye out for your shopportunities in the July Fellow Travelers' Advisory.

IMMEDIATE DESTINATIONS:

WASHINGTON, DC  - JUNE 21

BALTIMORE, MD - JUNE 24

SANTA CRUZ, CA  - JUNE 29

BERKELEY, CA - JUNE 30, JULY 2

FOSTER CITY, CA - JULY 1

GRASS VALLEY, CA - JULY 3

GARBERVILLE, CA - JULY 4

SACRAMENTO, CA - JULY 5, JULY 6

ASHLAND, OR - JULY 7

SKAMANIA, WA - JULY 8

PORTLAND, OR - JULY 9

EUGENE, OR - JULY 10

FLORENCE, OR - JULY 12

OREGON COUNTRY FAIR - JULY 13-15

RENO, NV - JULY 17

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JULY 18

complete information on these shows at the end of this newsletter...

most current information at http://www.annefeeney.com/calendar.html

Hi there hellraisers -

I can hardly believe I'm going back on the road again!  I fervently hope that my health has been restored and that I'll be able to get back with my life and my work.  I've booked a tour that will test that theory pretty well.  If you have friends in California or Oregon, or near Reno, NV -  I sure hope you'll encourage them to come out and catch the show.  If you are *anywhere* along our tour route and could arrange to get some of our really snazzy tour posters hung up in your town, drop me a line as soon as you read this and give me your address as well as how many lovely 11"x17" union-printed posters you can get hung up.  Kate Downing designed them, and Steel Valley Printers printed them and they are beauties!

I have to thank my friend Mark Ross http://www.lehnherr.com/butte/  for putting me up to this.  I wasn't even sure I was going to apply to my beloved Oregon Country Fair this year until Mark called me and suggested that we put a Woody Guthrie tribute show together.  Mark is a very gifted traditional musician and was Utah Phillips' side musician and occasionally, co-writer.  He knows more about Woody Guthrie than anyone I know, and putting this tour together has been a blast.  Our secret weapon on this tour is Adam Moss, a brilliant young fiddler currently based in New York City.

We've had so much fun planning the tour, and I'm so excited about it I just ordered tour tees!  I have photos in next month's newsletter, but they're very cool in sizes from 24 mos to 2X

I'm going to have a limited supply of those awesome "Internationale" music boxes and other cool stuff .... expecting a summer sale of all the merchandise left over from the tour.

I hope all of you who live along the tour route will be sure to catch our shows and tell your friends.  And, I'll be happy to send you posters.

Hoping to see you soon!

Anne

POSTAL WORKERS BEGIN HUNGER STRIKE!

WISCONSIN HEARTBREAKER

HELP JILL STEIN GET ON THE BALLOT IN PA!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE AN ANNE FEENEY SONGBOOK?

AMY IS ENGAGED!

JULIUS MARGOLIN "YOUTH IN LABOR" SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT CONCERT

 Hunger strikers charge Congress is starving postal service

America’s postal service is being starved financially by Congress, according to protesters who will be staging hunger strikes and other actions on the Capitol grounds in Washington, D.C., and nationwide, including at congressional offices throughout Washington state, beginning June 25th . 

The hunger strikes occur after announced cuts of 25-75% in hours for many small offices, and just days before the July 1 slowdown of some first-class mail. They will highlight the connection between loss of service to postal customers, and congressional delay in fixing overpayments into federal benefit funds.

The activists claim that a 2006 Congressional mandate, which forces the US Postal Service to prefund 75 years' worth of retiree health benefits in a ten-year window, accounts for the bulk of losses that are sending the service into a death spiral.

 Not only would the postal service have been profitable from 2007-2010 without the mandate, say the strikers, the USPS has also overpaid tens of billions into two pension funds.

“Not the internet, not private competition, not the recession – Congress is responsible for the postal mess” said Jamie Partridge, a retired letter carrier traveling from Portland, Oregon for the hunger strike in D.C..  “Corporate interests, working through their friends in Congress, want to undermine the USPS, bust the unions, then give the work to private, for-profit interests.”

Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe announced in May that he would begin closure of half the mail sorting plants in the country and cut hours in half the nation’s post offices, mostly in rural areas.

On July 1, next-day delivery of first-class mail will be reduced to mailings within local distribution areas (there are five in western Washington).As of February 1, 2013, next-day first class mail will be completely eliminated for the mailing public, unless Congress releases sufficient postal funds.

The hunger strikers are calling on Donahoe to suspend cuts and closures, and calling on Congress to immediately fix the finances by repealing the prefunding mandate and refunding the pension surplus.

Local hunger strikers from Olympia, Tacoma, and Seattle will do public protests in Olympia and Vancouver on June 25, and other actions during the week, ending at the Federal Building in Seattle 5pm-6pm on June 28. The actions are sponsored by Communities and Postal Workers United (www.cpwunited.com), and endorsed by community groups, individuals, and union locals nationwide.

For more Information:  David Yao 206-310-1183; or Clint Burelson 360-970-2965

WISCONSIN HEARTBREAKER

I can't say I'm not disappointed by sleazy Scott Walker hanging on to his office by a $20 million dollar thread.  At least it's expensive to screw the working class.  The good news is, my buddy Dave Newby is doing really well after some nasty back surgery and the Repugs lost the Senate.

HELP JILL STEIN GET ON THE BALLOT IN PA!

My wonderful pal Cheri Honkala(from the Kensington Welfare Rights Union) phoned me yesterday to ask me if I could circulate petitions for Jill Stein (Green Party candidate for President) on the ballot in PA. I'm going off on my tour, but if you can help, email honkala4stein@gmail.com  - Most of you know how to do this, but if not, they'll be happy to show you how.  You need 40,000 signatures to get on the ballot and they only have 26,000 - this is do-able!  email Cheri today.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE AN ANNE FEENEY SONGBOOK?

Occasionally people ask me if I have a song book.  I've thought about doing one.  I'd like to put in stories about the songs.  I don't want it to be just my songs, either.  There are quite a few songs of others folks that have become "signature" songs for me over the years, and I'd like to include them too.  I'd like some photos and graphics in it, too.  So, the first question is, what song would you like to see in the songbook? WOuld you be willing to sponsor a song?  (I think $100 per song would cover all the initial costs ... transcriptions, permissions, printing).   If you'd like to sponsor a song, let me know which one, and send $100 via Paypal to anne@annefeeney.com, or by check to 2240 Milligan Ave, Pittsburgh,  PA  15218 

AMY IS ENGAGED

My daughter Amy got engaged to Mike Meadows and the happy couple plans to wed on December 15th in Kyle, TX - just outside of Austin.  I couldn't be happier.  Mike is a great guy, and he already feels like part of the family.

I had a spectacular time with my darling Sebastian, Daniel and Monique.

at the Blue Slide Park

packing

big footprint on my bathroom rug!

I wish I had time to write more, but I'm sure you don't have time to read more!

Love

Anne

THE TOUR -

Thursday, June 21st, 2012                               7:00 PM

All for One: A Concert for the Julius Margolin Youth in Labor Scholarship Fund - with George Mann, Anne Feeney and many special guests

Doug Calvin's House

1825 Hamlin St NE

Washington, DC

http://www.georgeandjulius.com

Price: $20 suggested donation

Celebrate Julius Margolin with a potluck dinner and happy hour (at 6p) followed by a benefit concert for the Julius Margolin Youth in Labor Scholarship Fund. Julius Margolin, who died in 2009 at 93, had been a union and antiwar activist since the 1930s, when he organized for the CIO. He was seen on countless picket lines, in struggles for all peoples and causes, representing IATSE Local 52 in the NYC Central Labor Council and most recently as a folksinger/producer of political and labor CDs. The concert proceeds will go to a scholarship fund in Julius´s name to help young unionists attend labor cultural festivals. Contributions may be mailed to:

"Julius Margolin Scholarship Fund" to:

Local 52 IATSE

326 W. 48thStreet

New York, NY 10036.

Friday, June 29th, 2012  7:30 PM

Amy Newell presents Anne Feeney in Concert

SEIU Local 521

517 Mission St.

Santa Cruz, CA  831-728-4922

Price: $15-25 suggested donation

Meet & greet 7:30 to 8PM - concert 8PM

Saturday, June 30th, 2012          2:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Redwood Garden

2951 Derby St. (@ Claremont Blvd.)

Berkeley, CA

510-548-1645

Price: $15-20 suggested donation

Peni Hall is the contact - heypeni@att.net

Saturday, June 30th, 2012 7:30 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie -

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Berkeley, CA

510-277-6669

Price: $15-25 suggested donation

Barbara and TD Daniell are the contacts.

Email DaniellsDin@gmail.com for reservations and directions. Seating is near capacity - call now to save a seat!

Sunday, July 1st, 2012      7:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Carpenters' Union Hall

1153 Chess Drive

Foster City, CA 94404

Price: $20 suggested

Shelley Kessler is the contact: unionmd@sbcglobal.net No one turned away for lack of funds.

Monday, July 2nd, 2012     6:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam MossHelena and Joe's Private Party

510-527-5889

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2012          8:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Utah's Place

1262 Sutton Way

Grass Valley, CA 95959

http://hospitalityhouseshelter.org

Price: $20 suggested donation

To benefit Hospitality House

Wednesday, July 4th, 2012               6:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Civic Club

477 Maple Lane

Garberville, CA

Price: $15-25 suggested donation

Sponsored by the Trees Foundation. Of course no one is turned away for lack of funds.... The show will end in plenty of time for you to go see the fireworks, too!

Thursday, July 5th, 2012        7:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

SEIU Local 1000 Field Office

1325 S Street

Sacramento, CA

916-739-0860

Friday, July 6th, 2012               7:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

SEIU Local 1000 Field Office

1325 S Street

Sacramento, CA

916-739-0860

Saturday, July 7th, 2012            7:30 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

UCC Congregational Church

717 Siskiyou Blvd

Ashland , OR 97520

541-482-6988

Price: $10-20 suggested Wes Brain is the contact. No one turned away

Sunday, July 8th, 2012                 2:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Melody Ranch

Skamania, WA

503-703-1693

Price: $15-25 suggested donation with special guests GENERAL STRIKE!!
Bring chairs, blankets, beverages, a potluck dish to share (there will be a grill onsite) & tents if you want to camp.
jmelvincook@gmail.com
When you call Jim Cook (503-703-1693) to get directions and make reservations for the show, camping, etc. Jim says it's a gorgeous drive up hwy 14 from pdx with a great view of the Columbia River!

Monday, July 9th, 2012                     8:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie -

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

-- with special guest Raina Rose!

Alberta Rose Theatre

3000 NE Alberta St.

Portland, OR 97211

http://albertarosetheatre.com

Price: $20 suggested$10 low income/unemployed

Tuesday, July 10th, 2012                 8:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Reality Kitchen Block Party

Eugene, OR

541-337-1323

Jim Evangelista is the contact. reality kitchen@gmail.com

Thursday, July 12th, 2012 7:15 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Siuslaw Public Library

1460 Ninth St.

Florence , OR

Price: donation

Stuart Henderson is the contact. shenderson88@hotmail.com

Doors open at 7

Friday, July 13th, 2012                   5:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Chez Ray @ OCF

Veneta, OR

http://oregoncountryfair.org/

Saturday, July 14th, 2012               11:45 AM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

OCF Mainstage with Adam & Kris, Chris Chandler, Jim Page and more!

http://oregoncountryfair.org

Saturday, July 14th, 2012               3:30 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Oregon Country Fair

Veneta, OR

http://oregoncountryfair.org

Saturday, July 14th, 2012                         9:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

The Midnight Show

http://oregoncountryfair.org

Sunday, July 15th, 2012                      11:45 AM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Oregon Country Fair

Hoarse Chorale Stage

Veneta, OR

http://oregoncountryfair.org

Tuesday, July 17th, 2012               7:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Reno Chapter of the IWW presents at

Abby's Highway40 Pub

424 E Fourth St

Reno, NV 89512

608-358-5771 or 775-825-8611 

Price: generous donations welcome

Baltimore Red is the contact: baltimorered1@yahoo.com 

Plenty of free parking right across the street

Just east of the RR crossing on 4th Street

Wednesday, July 18th, 2012                              8:00 PM

Hard Travelin' Tour - Celebrating the Life, Work and 100th Birthday of American Icon, Folksinger Woody Guthrie - 

Featuring Anne Feeney, Mark Ross and Adam Moss

Labor Fest: The Eric Quezada Center for Culture and Politics

518 Valencia St./16th St.

San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 642-8066

http://www.laborfest.net

Price: donation requested

laborfest@laborfest.net for more information. You'll also see a reading of Howard Pflanzer's "Lucy Parsons". Lucy Parsons was an radical labor activist and anarchist. She was born a slave near Waco, Texas and married Albert R.Parsons who had become a radical white Republican after serving first as a Confederate solider. They moved to Chicago in 1873 and became labor organizers. In a labor rally for the 8 hour day a bomb exploded and her husband along with nine men were framed up and charged with being responsible for the bomb. This became known as the Haymarket Square bombing and is now commemorated all over the world as May Day.