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Upcoming Shows & Events:

Creative Splash! Hosted by MJ and Hannah Williams - A monthly working group for artists, writers, and musicians to explore the creative process in a fun, informal way. Each evening includes a variety of improvisational exercises, free writing exercises, movement, musical jams, and more! This event is open to anyone who wants to nurture their creative side in a relaxed, low-pressure setting.

Bring a notebook and your creative side!

Suggested donation $10.

Creative Splash! happens once a month on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., usually on the fourth Tuesday of each month.

Location: Ventana del Soul Cafe & Cultural Center, 1831 E. Oltorf St., Austin, TX, 78741.

Upcoming Creative Splash! Dates:

Tuesday, January 26th, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 23rd, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 23rd, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

For more information about our ongoing Creative Splash event and other workshops, please visit www.moondancecreative.com

News and Past Events:

Thursday, 11/12/09 - Art Actualized Showcase at Rutamaya! A celebration of art in action honoring six months of creative process by a variety of local visual and performing artists. I'm honored to have J.T. Martin and Sean Hannon of Chasca playing with me for this event! 8:00-11:00 p.m. Ruta Maya - 6301 S. Congress Ave, Austin, TX. $5 Cover.

Saturday, 11/21/09 - East Austin Studio Tour performance at Dr. Pea's Active Health Center, with J.T. Martin and Sean Hannon of Chasca. 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 1601 East Fifth St., Austin, TX.

9/13/09 - Had a blast singing with Hannah Williams last night for the grand opening party of Empower Yoga, a great new yoga and community space in downtown Austin!

2/10/09 - Irie Bean show February 21st! With the Hannah Williams Band - An evening of acoustic soul on the back patio. MJ will be playing a short break set at around 8:45 or 9:00 PM. Good drinks, tasty treats, good friends and good times! All ages are welcome. 8-10 PM. Irie Bean Coffee Bar, 2310 South Lamar, Austin.

4/5/07 - Hyperactive Music Festival / New Mexico & Colorado Tour - We've been invited to play at the 2007 Hyperactive Music Festival and Conference in Albuquerque, May 17-19! In addition to the festival, we'll be touring throughout New Mexico and Colorado during the second half of May - check our calendar for dates, times, and locations.

6/12/06 - GoGirlsMusic.com calls our Unbound CD "a must have for every blues/rock fan," saying "M.J. Baby & The Last Word pour their heart and soul into every song!" Read the full review.

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