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First Fridays Open Mic is June 2 at Oregon VFW

By Shaw Local News Network
Adrian Barragan, pictured here with First Fridays’ host Jerry Tice, was the winner of last month’s songwriters’ contest. Kim Eastabrook and Sophie Coyote took second and third place honors out of a field of eight contestants.

Adrian Barragan, pictured here with First Fridays’ host Jerry Tice, was the winner of last month’s songwriters’ contest. Kim Eastabrook and Sophie Coyote took second and third place honors out of a field of eight contestants. (Photo supplied by Lowell Harp)

OREGON – The First Fridays Open Mic monthly show will he held at the Oregon VFW on Friday, June 2.

The event attracts many talented performers, but musicians and singers of all skill levels find acceptance from its supportive audience.

The show starts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, although a jar is available for donations. Performers can sign up for time slots on a first-come-first-serve basis, so it’s best to arrive by 6 p.m. or earlier. Interested parties who have questions can contact Jerry Tice, at 815-449-2660.

The VFW is located at 1310 West Washington Street in Oregon. It provides ample parking, along with the availability of a restaurant and bar within the building. A fish fry runs from 4 to 8 p.m.

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