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May 2018

Take Me Out To The Ball Game

While it was not our first time entertaining at “The cutest little ball-park in America.“, it was probably the best.  The weather was nice and the people were friendly and in a great mood.

It was a actually the forth or fifth time that we have played Jimmy John’s Field, in picturesque Utica Michigan.  However, each time, (but the very first), was marred by some type of natural phenomenon.  Twice it was home to torrential downpours, and once the winds were in excess of fifty miles an hour. While not making it impossible to play, it certainly didn’t make things conducive to good baseball.

On this night however, things went very smooth.

A picturesque setting for our American pastime.  What could be better?  Maybe sharing it with friends, family or your best gal!

Only thing better would be adding some superb music to the whole endeavor.  Plus, a theme.  How about making it Irish Heritage Night?

Perfect!

All we had to do was to entertain the fans before, during and after the baseball fun.  No problem.

From our perch in center field, we could see all of the action, first hand.  And with our intern for the evening, Benny, everything went smooth and by the numbers.

All we had to do was to follow the script.  6:00 to 6:15 play Irish music.

After the second inning, third inning, and then after the fifth.

Then seventh, middle of eight, then it gets a little sketchy from their on out.  Not even extra innings would get us off track on this night.

The weather was perfect.  The people were friendly and fun.  All smiles and cheers and dancing.  Always the way it is at Jimmy John’s Field.  That’s why we keep coming back.

Special thanks to Benny.  He made everything so easy and perfect.  He gave us our cue to begin, when to stop and even told us great stories about all the hardworking people that make the ballpark a great place for family entertainment.

Summer is just beginning.  Make sure that you take in a game or two this year at Jimmy John’s Field.  You’ll be so glad that you did.

We sure hope to be back.  And, maybe next time we’ll have more fans with us.

Rb

The Word Is Out

We know that Bumper’s Landing has been around for several years now; however this is the second summer since the total remodel, and we are here to tell you what a success it has been.

Every sign points to great things on the horizon for this, “boater’s paradise”.

It’s the second summer since the new remodel and everywhere we look, we see signs that this will be the break out summer for Bumper’s!

Look inside, look outside.  The docks, the patio the parking lots; everywhere signs are evident that people just can’t stay away.  They are coming back, weekend after weekend.  Any perceived issues with service are a thing of the past.

Bumper’s has found its’ groove and is running on all cylinders.  The recent remodel.  The new improvements.  The things on the horizon all promise to keep Bumper’s at the top spot for enjoying the lake and all it has to offer.

The music is simply another added bonus.  Check out this line-up for June. As the summer unfolds, there will be night after night of great music, echoing throughout the waves.  Make sure that you get a chance to stop by and listen to any or all of them.  You will be so glad that you did.

Our night was fun and exciting, just like always.  You know by now that we can count on one thing for sure, that it is NEVER boring at Bumper’s

The word is out.  The drinks are flowing and the music is in the air.  Just as soon as summer officially arrives, things will be off the hook.

Plan on coming by and checking it out for yourself.  Tell them Bob and or Carl sent them!

Rb

 

Summer In Waiting

Everyone wants it.  But, no-one can do anything about it.

Such is the problem with the weather in Michigan.  While we are all awaiting things to get warm, the cool temps are not about to ruin anyone’s Saturday night around here.

Not at Bumper’s Landing.

Nestled along the mighty Clinton River is Macomb County’s newest, hot-spot.  At this point, it really doesn’t matter that Mother Nature is doing outside, because inside people are enjoying themselves like prisoner’s on their last day.

We can attest to the fun that seems to always manifest itself whenever we are there.  Just like clockwork, we arrive, we set up and we hold on for dear life.

Anything can happen, and usually does.

Playing music is just something that we are lucky enough to be paid to do, during all of the goings on.  We get requests.  We get opinions.  We get suggestions and we get a lot of thanks for doing such a great job.  That’s another bonus of entertaining this group.

Bumper’s give us a place to perform.  A place to entertain and a place to have a creative outlet for our music.

The patrons are always appreciative and fun.  The staff and owner are the best of the best that we have ever encountered.  The venue is ripe for the kind of enjoyment and relaxations that beckons people from all walks of life; not just boat people.

If you are reading this, you might think that I am making all this up.  Not a chance.  We are simply lucky to be able to call Bumper’s Landing our musical home.

Stop by and see what all the fuss is about.  You don’t need to wait until it’s perfect outside; it will be perfect inside, for sure!

Rb

 

Almost Open

So close, and yet, so far.

That would just about describe our Bumper’s experience last Saturday night.

The goal after all, was to celebrate the grand re-openiong of the Tiki bar.  Anything short of that, would mean that summer, was still waiting in the wings.

Everyone was more than ready to kick of our summer season.  Everyone, except Mother Nature herself.  Apparently she decided to throw one more cold-wave our way, just to let everyone know who’s really in charge around here.

So the weather was cool.  Fine, that almost never happens in Michigan.

You’re forgetting that boaters can roll with anything.  These boat people are hearty.  And, happy!

I don’t think that it really matters where the party is; inside or outside.  As long as the party exists, they will be there.

Looking at these photos from that night will show how content these patrons really are.  They do not worry about anything.  That in of itself is a great feeling.

When the Tiki bar is open and summer is in full force, the only difference will be the location of the party.

And that location will be Bumper’s Landing in Harrison Township!

Rain or shine, see you there!

RB

BOB AND CARL