There's a certain immeasurable joy and satisfaction in claiming a "scoop." Sure it's not "Serenity 2 confirmed!" but it's most definitely pretty big local Browncoat news... and I get to announce it first! I've already mentioned Marian Call is coming to Arizona in May, but I just got in direct contact with her and got the details.

The concert will be the same night and time as the May Shindig, but I highly recommend everyone who can make it to treat the concert as May's social get-together. There will be great fun and socializing, plus dinner, for all.

Quoth Marian Call -

Long story short: it's an Empty Bowl event, which means that it costs a bit ($20) but for that you get the concert, a handmade pottery bowl to keep, and dinner. It's a charity event. I'm really privileged to play at Wildhorse Ranch; for being a ranch, it's a prestigious venue. So you and yours are very much invited to that event.

If you cannot make that event, she is hoping to get a bar or coffee house venue set up for Sunday night. If you have any suggestions let us know. There is also some discussion of a trip to the Phoenix Zoo for anyone interested. More details will follow on that front as she learns more about her schedule and her interest in braving the heat and sun.