About 75 people came out to the MIll to hear the unique blues of award winning singer/songwriter Kevin Burt and HomeBrewed. In addition to raising over $1000, the funds met a match donating an additional $500 and allowed the Food Bank to provide holiday meals to 1700 families!
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MUSIC WITH A MISSION!
Hello from our Iowa City-based band. We are a fun filled, mixed generational group, playing Bluesy Rock and Roll and Rockabilly, mostly in support of non-profit organizations who are helping the less fortunate in society. We play a mix of tunes: from classics by the likes of Johnny Cash, Stray Cats, Keb Mo, LIttle Walter, and, Eric Clapton, to current bands such as Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Kaleo, and JJ Grey and Mofro as well as some original songs. We love all kinds of music, thus we have chosen to play this variety that respects the roots a of the blues while introducing our audiences to some new music to which they might not be familiar. We use our music to also give back for all of the blessings we have had in life. Please let us know if you have a fundraiser in the Iowa City area that would benefit from having live music.
Latest News
Penfield Benefit@ Linnemans in Milwaukee a great time-again
The second annual Penfield Children's Center benefit concert at Linnemans in Milwaukee was enjoyed by a standing room only crowd who danced up a storm, as they donated over $2000 for this wonderful organization!
Local music and arts supported at the Mill in October
The Englert and FIlmscene were supported by at crowd at the Mill. You can still give to their Greatest Small City for the Arts Campaign at: https://strengthengrowevolve.org/
Oktoberfest successfully supported the Neighborhood Centers
About 75 people enjoyed cool weather and hot music from Two Bit Maniac and Homebrewed in support of the great work of the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County outside of Stella. We are still trying to find the perfect date so that the weather is just right for this event :0)
Shelter House BBQ Bash was a blast
HomeBrewed appreciated the opportunity to play in support of the great work of the Shelter House and their great work for the homeless.
The 3-400 in attendance enjoyed great BBQ pork, community and seemed to really enjoy the music!
Successful event for the Fifth Ward Saints North
About 140 people attended the benefit dinner concert for the Fifth Ward Saints North at Ernie Found's farm on August 24. The event raised about $8000 through the live auction, silent auction, and good will donations. Thanks to all involved in organizing the event and for those making generous donations.
DVIP/NL Community Pantry event
On what turned out to be a beautiful Sunday afternoon in the park in North Liberty, Mike Haverkamp and HomeBrewed had fun playing to a very receptive audience in support of two great causes-The Domestic Violence Intervention Program and the North Liberty Community Pantry. Thank you to both groups for the great work for those in need.
Burr Oak Land Trust benefit-a beautiful evening
We really enjoyed playing outside at the Belgum Grove for the Burr Oak Land Trust. Great crowd on a beautiful evening and helped raise money to support purchasing and maintaining beautiful parcels of land in the rural IC area.
Center for Worker Justice benefit
The Center for Worker Justice benefit at the Mill was a great success. Raised about $1500 for a nice crowd that came out to support the great work of the Center.
Lone Tree Fire Dept Street Dance
Thank you to the Lone Tree Volunteer Fire Dept for their service to the community and for the invitation to play for their street dance this year. Very nice crowd played games while Two Bit Maniac and HomeBrewed played some tunes-and raised about $4000 for the Fire Dept. Great night
UpComing Gigs
Previous events
Kevin BF Burt, International Blues Champion will be joining us for the 5th Annual Benefit Concert for the Community Food Bank. The event will support Project Holiday with the goal of serving a full holiday dinner for 4000+ families. Suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for students, kids free. Bring the family after work for good food, drink, music and fun.
Penfield Children's Center Benefit Concert
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Linneman's Riverwest Inn, 1001 E. Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Come enjoy the Second Annual HomeBrewed benefit concert to support Penfield Children's Center! Bring your friends to Linneman's Riverwest Inn and raise your glass to fun music for a great cause. Penfield creates a positive start in life for infants and children, many of whom have developmental delays or disabilities, by providing early education, health services and family programming. https://www.facebook.com/events/702360346840718/
A HomeBrewed Benefit for the Greatest Small City for the Arts Campaign
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FilmScene and The Englert Theatre are in a capital and programmatic campaign to help strengthen their local historic arts venues, expand into new venues and programs, and evolve the ways in which we connect the arts to all of the cultures that make up our community. At its heart, their campaign is about deepening partnership and collaboration in our area and they hope to write an important chapter in the overall vision of Building the Greatest Small City for the Arts. HomeBrewed is an all-star Iowa City rock band that most often dedicates its shows toward raising awareness and funds for nonprofit institutions and efforts. Suggested Donation: $10 adults, $5 kids Information Tables about the Campaign will also be on site
Oktoberfest at Stella for the NCJC
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Stella Restaurant Parking Lot (http://www.stellaiowacity.com/), 1006 Melrose Ave, Iowa CIty, IA
Come on out and join HomeBrewed and our friends, Two Bit Maniac for an Oktoberfest good time of food, beverages and games, all while helping the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County raise money to support field trips for underprivileged kids in the Iowa City Area.
Come on down to the 3rd annual BBQ Bash to benefit Shelter House on Friday, September 27th. Enjoy a night of delicious food, music, and games for the entire family at the Johnson County Fairgrounds. And live it up with bluesy rockabilly music by an Iowa City favorite, HomeBrewed!
Adult tickets GROWN FOLK (age 13+ and adults) $35.00
Children tickets JUNIOR PITMASTER (age 6 to 12) $10.00 | LIL’ GRILLER (age 3 to 5) $5.00 | Age 2 and under: Free
Fifth Ward Saints North Benefit dinner/gig
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Come Join the Fifth Ward Saints North in celebrating the successes we've had in our first year in Iowa City providing a positive after school program for underprivileged children. You will not want to miss this: there will be live music by Homebrewed, BBQ provided by Iowa Pork Producers and much more. The Fifth Ward Saints North has established itself as a valuable asset to the Iowa City community and we would like for you to come celebrate with us and learn how you can become a part of this movement! .
Come out to Regina for fun music, good food, rides, a beer tent and more. This annual event is an Iowa City staple and we are happy to be a participant again,
This is the First Philanthro-Jam which is a benefit concert for the Domestic Violence Intervention Program and the North Liberty Community Pantry. Our good friend and fine musician Mike Haverkamp will kick off the event from 2-3:00 and HomeBrewed will play from 3-5:00. There is no charge however these fine organizations would appreciate any free will donations. You can also help by giving slightly larger amounts to help them purchase a van. There will be two food trucks, Marcos grilled cheese and Dr Skewer as well as games for the kids. Come on out, and have a great time in support of the Domestic Violence Intervention Program and the North Liberty Community Pantry. Thank you
Bur Oak Land Trust benefit concert (Music on the Prairie)
Come out and support the Burr Oak Land Trust, a land trust which accepts donations of land from residents and landowners who want their natural areas to be in the public trust, available for present and future generations.
Enjoy a concert by HomeBrewed and The Negotiators (https://www.facebook.com/thenegotiatorsband/) to support The Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa (https://www.cwjiowa.org/) which was founded in 2012 by a coalition of religious, community, labor, and immigrant organizations, and is affiliated nationally with the Interfaith Worker Justice network. It's Mission is to unite low-wage workers in Eastern Iowa across race and immigration status to achieve social and economic justice through education, organization, direct service, and community alliances. They seek to improve Eastern Iowa communities by coordinating projects to address injustices in areas such as: workplace conditions, civil rights, access to education, and the need for affordable housing.
Enjoy a burger, games and listen to music and help the Lone Tree Fire Dept purchase the equipment they need to keep their community safe.
We are very excited to be a part of the 2019 Friday night concert series. We will be playing the first set from 6:30-7:45. Brad and the Big Wave will be playing the second set at 8:00. Come out and support the wonderful music and arts culture of Iowa City
Ales for Tails-Mary's Farm Sanctuary Benefit Concert
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Big Grove Brewery IC, 1225 S Gilbert St. , Iowa City, IA 52240
Come support Mary's Farm Sanctuary (https://www.marysfarm.org/about-us). This great organization rescues distressed animals and uses them to provide comfort to seniors and others in need.
May 5 (Sunday) 2:00-5:00 Place: Big Grove Brewery, Iowa City Benefit: Mary's Farm Sanctuary is a small non-profit that rescues farm animals and finds them a purpose of providing therapy, friendship, and love for seniors and others in need. Come meet some of the animals and have a great time. Suggested donation: $10 Family friendly environment?: AbsolutelyThird Annual-Catholic Worker House Dinner Concert Benefit
St Patricks Church, 4330 Saint Patrick Drive, , Iowa City, IA 52240
May 1 is the 3rd Anniversary of the Iowa City Catholic Worker House and the 86th anniversary of Dorothy Day's Catholic Worker Movement. Please join us on Sunday, April 28 at 5:00 for a "Feast of St. Joseph the Worker" party and fundraiser to celebrate! Music by HomeBrewed, IC-based bluesy rock and roll band. Food and music will be from 5:00-7:30 pm in the Saint Patrick Church Hall. Suggested donation is $10 per person, $5 for kids under 12. Max $25 for a family. Dinner includes beef, chicken and veggie fajitas, sides, dessert and drinks. Pray, eat, jam to music, and make merry. Proceeds will support the Iowa City Catholic Worker House of Hospitality. The CWH provides emergency housing for the homeless, food for the hungry, and community for all those in need. Co-sponsored by the Catholic Worker House, Home Brewed, and Saint Patrick Parish. Happy May Day and God bless the poor!
Handicare is a rather unique early learning center for children who develop typically and those with special needs (physical and behavioral). Recommended donation is $5. Proceeds will support a new van/bus for the Center. Below are items that could be donated at the door: Bubbles Fragrance free baby wipes Glue sticks Sponges Stickers Washable markers A & D diaper ointment Play-doh Desitin diaper cream Sidewalk chalk Sunscreen (no spray pls) Balls Water toys Bath books
UI Student Veterans Association UIVA dinner/concert at the IC VFW-Fourth Annual. Proceeds will support career development assistance for the 2000+ student vets and their dependents on campus. $15 includes pork dinner and concert. Donations can also be made online: www.givetoiowa.org/UIVAvetfund
Oktoberfest in February for NCJC
Unitarian Universalist Society Fellowship Hall, 2355 Oakdale Rd, Coralville, IA 52241
Lets warm up the winter with brats and beer while supporting the Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County's youth biking program (http://ncjc.org/youth-off-road-riders.html) that helps builds confidence and coordination. Recommended donation is $10 for adults, $5 for kids. Brats, dogs and beer also available. Music will be provided by HomeBrewed and the Old Cap String Band.
Kevin BF Burt, the reigning International Blues Champion will be joining us for the 4th Annual Benefit Concert for the Johnson County Crisis Center Food Bank. The event will support Project Holiday with the goal of serving a full holiday dinner for 4000+ families. Suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for students, kids free. Kevin will be playing from his new album "Heartland and Soul", available for download from iTunes and Spotify. Bring the family after work for good food, drink, music and fun.
Penfield Foundation Benefit at Linnemans
Linneman's Riverwest Inn, 1001 E. Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
Enjoy a bluesy Rock'n Roll concert by HomeBrewed at Linneman's Riverwest Inn to support Penfield Children's Center! Bring your friends and raise your glasses to fun music for a great cause. HomeBrewed will be sharing the stage with Pete's High School Classmate Grant (Tabb) Lewis, with his acoustic meld of old and new favorites. Penfield creates a positive start in life for infants and children, many of whom have developmental delays or disabilities, by providing early education, health services and family programming. https://www.facebook.com/Linnemans-Riverwest-Inn-116315658393812/
The Free Medical Clinic needs a new roof which will be expensive. Please help them literally plug their holes while enjoying good food and drink Suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for students, kids free Family friendly environment.