- 2008 SCHEDULE - 2008 marks the anniversary of the birth of two original 'Sons of the Pioneers'; Bob Nolan (April 13) and Tim Spencer (July 13). Throughout the year Lonesome Ron will be doing several tributes to these two musical greats. Keep checking back. Details will be posted.

"We appreciate your historical background as well as your easy going nature
and genuine love for the old-time music. Working with you is always a pleasure."
- Anna Larson, Blue Earth County Historical Society.

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July 19 - Saturday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm * Moved from July 12 * Jesse James Theme Park 4nd ANNUAL CELEBRATION 56634 177th St - Good Thunder, Minnesota Book signing and Discussion on Jesse James with Outlaw Historian, John J Koblas, * * * and TOURS * * * Visit the Jesse James Park web page for details

Wild West Frontier Festival Harriet Island St. Paul, Minnesota Sat-Sun July 26-27, 2008 with Riders in the Sky Pop Wagner Gary McMahan and Wild West Re-enactors

Thursday July 31, 7:30 pm Monkey See Monkey Read Books Northfield, Minnesota with poetry reading from John J. Koblas, Author/Historian Discussing Jesse James

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Monday, August 4 - 3:00 pm Private Mankato, Minnesota

Dakota County Fair Dakota City - Heritage Village Farmington, Minnesota Mon - Tues - Wed - Thur - Fri August 4, 5, 6, 7, & 8 8:00 pm "Git yer toes tappin' to a good old-fashioned jamboree!" More Info On Dakota City

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Saturday, August 23 - 9:30 am Private Trimont, Minnesota

Sunday, August 24 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Harkins Historic General Store West Newton, Minnesota Directions: From New Ulm: take 15 north to Nicollet County Road 21 and turn left, go 9 miles From Mankato: take 14 east to Nicollet County Road 21 and go 9 miles

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MIDWEST - WILD WEST SEPTEMBER

Saturday, September 6 Defeat of Jesse James Days Northfield, Minnesota with Western Author - John Koblas Saturday, September 13 Capture of the Younger Brothers Days Events - 2007 Madelia, Minnesota with Western Author - John Koblas and Historical Author - Dean Boutin

Sunday, September 14 Farmamerica Fall Fair Minnesota Agricultural Interpretive Center Waseca, Minnesota (507) 835-2052.

"Lonesome Ron's performance at the Deep Valley Book Festival was very entertaining,
authentic and professional! What a wonderful addition to our event."
- Julie Schrader, Deep Valley Book Festival Co-ordinator.

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Keep Your Eye On The Trail For Lonesome Ron's Western Music Educational Exhibition

Lonesome Ron, the Riverboat Cowboy, tickles your American Roots with music based on the very essence of our culture - music that springs from our diversity, our pride in America's history, our pioneer spirit, and our stories. His music is as traditional and as unique as America itself.

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- MINNESOTA CELEBRATES! - In 2008 Minnesota, the 32nd state of the Union, will be celebrating 150 years of statehood! Watch here for celebration details.

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