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| - Love the Ironwood - have enjoyed it for years.
New location, the old Garry Theatre in Inglewood, has benefited artists a great deal. Both the stage & backstage areas are larger - much apprecited by those that play there.
This venue hosts a variety of musical genres - from the amatuer to the seasoned veterans.
Every 2nd week, Kit Johnson & Tim Leacock, both great muscians themselves, host an open mic nite. You must arrive early in the evening to be added to the list if you expect to be on stage before midnight!
Other regular gigs include the Blues Jams Saturdays, Chicks with Licks, Fools on Stools. *check out the website for details of each
Last week I had the opportunity to see Peter Katz, who was nominated for "New/Emerging Artist" Canadian Folk Music Artist Award. Included in the evening was a set by Roger Marin - I had never heard them before, and absolutely loved them. That's what's special about the Ironwood. Bottom line, the music is great.
Enjoyed visiting the new location on the 2nd evening that it was open in April 2010. Artist - an absolute favorite of mine - Tom Russell. The food special that evening - Bison Steak. Total awesomeness.
The menu is limited, but food is good. Wish they would add the Bison Steak to the regular menu - but so far it hasn't happened. Personal favorite is the Warm Spinach and Artichoke Dip.
They would get a rating of 5 from me if they would change 2 things... In summer it was HOT (no air-conditioning), and the chairs are wood & can be uncomfortable after hour 3!
Love this place - I check their schedule regularily!
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