<h3><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Press Release</span></h3><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pittsburg Main Street Hosts "Blues at the Orchard" Fundraising Event: A Night of Live Music, Food, and Fun</strong></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pittsburg, TX</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> – Pittsburg Main Street is excited to announce its highly anticipated fundraising event, "Blues at the Orchard," taking place on Friday night, October 18, 2024, at 6:30 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM. Join us at the Efurd Venue at Efurd Orchard, located at 4004 US-271, Pittsburg, TX for an unforgettable evening filled with live music, delicious food, and vibrant entertainment. This year’s event features the renowned Texas Bluesmen and electrifying Haywire Band promising a night of singing, dancing and fun.&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Tickets Are On Sale Now!</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Individual Tickets:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span><span style="color: rgb(16, 24, 40);">$40.00</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Reserved Table for 6:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> $350.00</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Blues Brothers Swag Kit:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> $10:00</span></li></ul><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Please Note:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> A processing fee will be added to online ticket purchases..</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Event Highlights:</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Texas Bluesmen: </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Get ready for an unforgettable performance from the Texas Bluesmen, returning bigger, badder and better than ever.&nbsp;</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The Haywire Band: Experience the energy of Dallas’ hottest party band, delivering classic rock, pop&nbsp;and country music hits.&nbsp;</strong></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Blues Swag Kits:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Enhance your experience with</span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">a Blues Brother’s Swag kit for $10 which includes a stylish fedora, dark sunglasses, harmonica key chain, mini bottle of hot sauce and more!</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Karaoke with the Haywire Band:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Take the stage and showcase your talent! Perform your favorite tunes with the band for just $5 per song.</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Live Auction &amp; Raffle Items:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Don’t miss out on the chance to win fantastic prizes and experiences at the live auction and raffle.Raffle tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Food Trucks:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Enjoy mouthwatering eats from the ETX Smashed Burger truck and Cowboy Kitchen, serving up authentic Chicago-style hot dogs and pizza and the best smashed burger in East Texas.</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In-House Bartending:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Sip on classic cocktails, beer, wine, and scotch while you revel in a night of music.</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Cigar Smoking:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Cigar enthusiasts are welcome to bring their cigars to enjoy outside on the patio during the event.</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Event Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Date:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Friday, October 18, 2024</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Time:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM</span></li><li><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Location:</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Efurd Venue at Efurd Orchard, 4004 US-271, Pittsburg, TX</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare for an unforgettable evening of music, food, and community spirit at “Blues at the Orchard.” This is your opportunity to support Pittsburg Main Street’s family-friendly events and beautification projects while enjoying a night filled with entertainment from The Texas Bluesmen and the Haywire Band. Tickets are limited, so don’t wait - secure yours today!&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For more information and to purchase tickets, visit </span><a href="https://www.pittsburgtx.gov/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">https://www.pittsburgtx.gov</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">About Pittsburg Main Street:</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pittsburg Main Street is dedicated to the revitalization and promotion of Pittsburg's historic downtown. Through various events and initiatives, we aim to foster a vibrant community that celebrates our local culture and heritage.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Media Contact:</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Sandy Thompson</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Promotional Assistant for the City of Pittsburg</span></p><p><a href="mailto:sthompson@pittsburgtx.gov" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">sthompson@pittsburgtx.gov</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">903-856-3621</span></p>