New Message from President’s Desk for December 2025
Warmest Holiday Greetings from Trinity River Blues Society!
Hey Blues Enthusiasts! As we dive into the holiday season, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to our incredible community. Your love for blues keeps this vibrant tradition alive!
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Big shoutout to our North Texas Blues Challenge champions:
1. Michael King & The Icebreakers (Band Category)
2. EJ Matthews (Solo/Duo)
These amazing artists will be representing TRBS at the Blues Foundation International Competition in Memphis from January 13-17, 2026!
Support Our Ambassadors:
– Catch their December performances and interviews on KNON Texas Blues Radio with Director Don O! Reach out to Don O at DonOBlues@KNON.org (mailto:DonOBlues@KNON.org).
– Help fund their journey with a tax-deductible donation at www.trinityriverblues.org (http://www.trinityriverblues.org).
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Texas Women in Music Jams
December 14, 2025, | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Aquarius All-Star Band
Plano Sports Tavern, 3000 Custer Road #345, Plano, TX
December 28, 2025, | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Fender Benders (Award-Winning)
The Poop Deck Bar and Grill, 3505 Bluebonnet Circle, Fort Worth, TX
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Blues Recognition Alert
Congrats to the Aaron Burton Trio for winning the 2025 Best Self-Produced CD for “If Mama Ain’t Happy, Nobody’s Happy.” They’ll be competing nationally at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis!
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Membership Perks
Phil Grafmiller just snagged 2 tickets to Sue Foley! Join us now to enter monthly drawings at www.trinityriverblues.org (http://www.trinityriverblues.org).
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Get Involved
We need volunteers! Help us keep blues culture alive through events and outreach. Reach out to angela@trinityriverblues.org (mailto:angela@trinityriverblues.org).
Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Partner with us to support blues education at angela@trinityriverblues.org (mailto:angela@trinityriverblues.org).
From the President
“The blues lives through you – our members, artists, and supporters. Thank you for keeping this legacy alive. Here’s to a year of unforgettable rhythms!”
– Angela Buffington
