www.bearsofblueriver.com http://www.bearsofblueriver.com Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Who Is This Years Bears Of Blue River Queen Pageant Winner? http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2013/05/21/who-is-this-years-bears-of-blue-river-queen-pageant-winner/ http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2013/05/21/who-is-this-years-bears-of-blue-river-queen-pageant-winner/#comments Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/?p=13 The month of August brings the Bear of Blue River Festival back to the area. This large celebration features a variety of activities and entertainment, including the Queen pageant during which a young lady is named this year’s festival queen. Like 2011’s winner, Melissa Corley, young ladies in this area are invited to participate and vie for their chance to win this year’s crown.

The festival dates back to 1980 when, in its first year, it featured the Shelbyville German Band and a teen dance contest.Didn’t catch that? here.

The winner of the 10 kilometer walk/run gets published on the event-s website. Craig Lubbe took first place with a time of 40 minutes and thirty seconds. Jim Evans cam in a close second with a time of 43 minutes and six seconds. Rick Weaver cam in a close third. Weaver finished with a time of 43 minutes and seventeen seconds.

This years event may be over. Runners and joggers who want to join in the fun will have to wait for another year. If a reader just wants to know which runners finished well in the race, they have found information on the top three. The remaining top runners are on the webstie.

]]> http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/17/who-won-the-bears-of-blue-river-festivals-10k-runwalk-this-year/feed/ 0 The Bears Of Blue River Festival Offers Entertainment For All Ages And Tastes http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/13/the-bears-of-blue-river-festival-offers-entertainment-for-all-ages-and-tastes/ http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/13/the-bears-of-blue-river-festival-offers-entertainment-for-all-ages-and-tastes/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/?p=9 The 32nd Annual Bears of Blue River Festival was a whirlwind of music, food and fun. Held on the weekend of August 20th and 21st, the festival ushered out the summer with a splash. With plenty of games and activities for all ages, the festival is always a great family outing. The festival provides a true summer weekend that will create memories for a life time.

Starring hit country duo Cook and Belle, along with singer songwriter Casey Jamerson, the music kept toes tapping and toddlers dancing all weekend long. Great vocal talent and country music influenced by soul and gospel is the hallmark of Cook and Belle. Casey Jamerson is a young and talented country artist making a name for herself in Nashville at only 21 years old.

The annual 10K race had spectators cheering. First place went to Tom Webster, who finished with a speedy pace of 5:55 per mile. Julie Steenbarger came in first of the women, at a pace of 7:51.

If you missed this year-s festival, don’t worry! Just make a note not to miss the 33rd annual Bears of Blue River Festival next August, and start training to take part in next year’s 10K!

]]> http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/13/the-bears-of-blue-river-festival-offers-entertainment-for-all-ages-and-tastes/feed/ 0 How Does The Blue River Festival Help Local Businesses? http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/10/how-does-the-blue-river-festival-help-local-businesses/ http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/10/how-does-the-blue-river-festival-help-local-businesses/#comments Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/?p=8 The Blue River Festival in Shelbyville, Indiana helps the local economy in several different ways. It is held once a year and draws in thousands of people who want to listen to fantastic blue grass music, shop the market place, food booths, flea market, and just socialize with people around the nation who love great music. The Festival also hosts a 5 and 10k walk or run as well as a parade and children’s days with kiddy rides and games.

Shelbyville has a population of about 20,000 individuals and is surrounded by countryside. The festival draws in people from around the state and the country into its town limits where visitors can enjoy the town atmosphere, visit the local shops and dine at the restaurants. The people coming in for the festival also need a place to stay, so the hotels in the area fill up rather quick as do the campgrounds and motor home lots. As the people come in for the festival, they help local businesses by staying at local hotels, camp grounds, motor parks as well as eating at local restaurants and shopping at the local stores. The festival can have a huge effect on the economy.

]]> http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/10/how-does-the-blue-river-festival-help-local-businesses/feed/ 0 How Does The Blue River Festival Contribute To The Community? http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/09/how-does-the-blue-river-festival-contribute-to-the-community/ http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/2011/09/09/how-does-the-blue-river-festival-contribute-to-the-community/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.bearsofblueriver.com/?p=7 The Blue River Festival is a great community event, and it is a really big money maker for the city and the commuinty which hosts it. The event is an annual ordeal, which draws in thousands of visitors for the weekend, and really brings in money to the city. The tourist event is a favorite both for residents, as well as tourists coming in from out of state (or from a nearby city), who really love the blues, and what the music has to offer. The Blue River Festival brings in local artists, some national famous artists, and new comers to the world of blues, giving fans a mix of all the sounds they are looking to hear.

From eclectic, to a more modern twist on the blues, The Blue River Festival is a great way for people to really get in touch with the music they love, the sounds they want to hear, and other fans who love the same sound and feel that the blues brings. So, when considering attending The Blue River Festival, plan ahead, in order to know you are going to get tickets, and have a spot for you and the family, to this popular annual event.

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