LIVE HOSPICE BENEFIT ALL MONTH AT BLUEBIRD CAFE
January 6, 2006

Kathy Mattea, Jon Vezner, Doug Crider and Suzy played at the BlueBird Cafe in Nashville, Friday January 6th as part of a month long benefit series for Nashville's Alive Hospice.  Please see the links below for more information

    www.alivehospice.org     www.bluebirdcafe.com

SUZY HEADS TO COUNTRY IN THE ROCKIES
                           January 28 – February 1, 2006
December 24, 2005

CITR generates financial support for the Frances W. Preston Research Center, a division of the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center. Suzy and Doug are among the long list of stars that will be participating again this year:
www.citr.org/artists_events.html
For more information on this years events check out:
www.citr.org

SUZY & SON BEN APPEAR ON GAC SHOW COVERING CITR
February 9, 2006

GAC was at Country in the Rockies covering this star studded event that raises money for cancer and other research.  (See story Below) The Great American County show, "Country Music Across America," heads to the mountains and is now airing.  Suzy is seen several times and along side son Ben in an interview on his contributions to this very worthy cause.

Apparently Ben has a couple friends with moms that have cancer.  A couple years ago, this inspired him to want to help with raising money during CITR.  The first year his "Cocoa for the Cure" raised an amazing $3000. But that was only the beginning. This year the amount has grown by more that 10 fold and topped the $35,000 mark.   Pretty impressive numbers for this young man that is not quite 11 years of age.

The show airs several times starting Thursday February 9th through Sunday February 12th.
For more information: www.gactv.com/cmaa.html &  www.citr.org

SUZY JOINS KATHY MATTEA'S TRIBUTE PERFORMANCE FOR SAGO COAL MINER'S REMEMBRANCE ON CNN
January 15, 2006, January 18, 2006: Blog link added

Kathy Mattea with a small chorus of voices and musicians closed the Sunday, January 15th broadcast of Larry King Live on CNN during a show remembering the Sago coal mine victims from West Virginia.  Kathy, oringinally from West Virginia had grandfathers that  worked in the coal mines. A page has been added to Kathy Mattea's web site to encourage contributions to the Sago Mine Fund established to help the families of the victims  In addition, an MP3 of the the song performed, The Slender Threads That Bind Us is available on the page.

Suzy was part of the chorus providing harmony vocals for the performance. 

To download the performance and to make donations to the fund please visit:
 www.mattea.com/sagoDonations.html

Kathy thanks all that participated in the performance on her BLOG page:
www.mattea.com/MatteaBlogPage.html

SUZY PREVIEWS SONGS FROM NEXT CD
March 1, 2006

Suzy was in Chicago on Wednesday 3/15 and returned to the airways thanks to WGN's Steve and Johnnie show   She shared a few cuts from he upcoming album along with a number of stories on how the songs came about.  Steve and Johnnie were very graciouis hosts and kept Suzy in the studio for an hour longer than previous scheduled to the delight of many of her fans that were listening.  Several called in and emailed her while she was on the air.
The songs she previewed included: No Good Way to Go, Heaven, 
Even If, Everything, and Bus Ride.

For those that listened to the show and want to email Suzy, see the Interact page for an email link.

Links to WGN: 
To list live:http://wgnradio.com/listen/index.htm

SUZY'S OPRY PERFORMANCE AVAILABLE ONLINE
March 1, 2006

The WSM Opry Online Archives now have the 2/11/2006 shows available.

Check out the archives at: www.wsmonline.com/page.asp?SID=1&Page=248
Click on Grand Ole Opry link under the dates 2/11-2/12

Suzy's segments start at approximately 1:54:00 for the first show and 4:45:40 for the second show

MARCH IS MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH
March 8, 2006

The National Association for Music Education is promoting music education in our schools.  As part of the campaign, they have enlisted a large number of well known musicians to create a variety of Public Service Announcements airing this month.   Suzy is one of the new participants in this program which also features artists such as Faith Hill, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Brooks and Dunn, The Kinleys, Martina McBride and Sara Evans as part of the roster that contains over seventy artists.   The PSAs are airing on a variety of stations throughout the country so you might just hear Suzy's voice once again emanating from your radio.

For more on the "Why Music" PSA Program and to listen to a number of the PSAs including Suzy's, please visit::
 www.menc.org/information/advocate/psa.html

Suzy is quoted and featured as part of story on their news page at:
www.menc.org/news/mag/06_march_images/news.html

For more information on Music In Our Schools Month visit:
www.menc.org/guides/miosm/MIOSMFront.html

Click here to listen to  Suzy's PSA       Copyright © 2006 by MENC:
The National Association for Music Education, 1806 Robert Fulton Drive, Reston, VA 20191

Please visit www.menc.org and consider adding your support to this important effort to promote music education for the children of today and future generations.

For those interested in becoming supporters of music education, MENC has a free membership called MusicFriends - www.musicfriends.org . There's no charge to join, and members receive a monthly email newsletter with information on music education events and updates.

Charity Auction Features Signed Simpatico Poster
A charity auction to benefit Leadership Music is currently running at CMTAuctions.com.   The framed Simpatico release poster is signed by Suzy and her beloved friend, mentor and duet partner, Chet Atkins.   The auction runs through 6/22/2006 at 1:15 PM Eastern time.   For photos of the poster and more information, have a look at: Poster Auction link    
The Framed Poster sold for $150 + shipping.

Tuesday June 6th was National Hunger Awareness Day
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee has come up with a great idea to raise awareness and generat much needed funds.  Suzy is a part of a group of contributors that created lunch boxes now up for auction on ebay.  
See the News page for more details.      Auction link: Suzy's Lunchbox

Can You Guess Suzy's Favorite Crayola Crayon Color?
You can give it a try at the Crayola Crayons website.  Its full of all sorts of fun activities and information
Suzy is on a Celebrity Color Quiz page along with Britney Spears and Bryan Adams
Here's the link: www.crayola.com/colorcensus/celebrity_quiz/musicians.cfm

Suzy Hearing Reactions to Song "Heaven"

Suzy has been hearing some very heartfelt stories on how her new song "Heaven" has affected folks. She has started gathering these in an effort to better understand how the song has affected the listener.  If you have a story about the song that you'd like to share with Suzy, see the interacte page or click here.

Suzy Fans Frappr Map added

We've added a map at Frappr.com where fans can put a pin in a world map showing where they are located.   See the Interact page for a link!!

 Suzy's Top Dog City Building Still Growing

Top Dog City links have been moved to the Interact Page.   Suzy is now on her 3rd wall thanks to all the fans that have been adding bricks... Great job, keep it up!!

Tuesday June 6th is National Hunger Awareness Day
June 6, 2006
Suzy Writes:
"Today is the day we illuminate the hunger in our country! I have been on the board of the Nashville Second Harvest Food bank for almost two years. It has changed me. I now have big dreams of helping with the problem of hunger and malnutrition in our fair city and also in the U.S."

"Along with a various and stellar cast of artists and participants I have  painted a lunchbox for an auction to benefit the cause. It turned out pretty good but I wouldn't take it to the lunchroom. It's fragile!"

"You can get more details at the Second Harvest website. Every dollar is helpful."

Suzy

Auction link: Suzy's Lunchbox     The Auction ends: Jun-14-06 18:30:00 PDT

See all the lunch boxes at:
http://stores.ebay.com/Second-Harvest-Food-Bank-Middle-TN

More Links:
www.secondharvestnashville.org/calendar/lunchbox06
www.hungerday.org
www.secondharvest.org/
www.secondharvestnashville.org/

Suzy Does "Back To School" PSA For Music Education
August 28, 2006

Suzy once again has recorded a Public Service Announcement for MENC.org that promotes the importance of Music Education in our schools.  www.menc.org
You can read there latest press release here: www.menc.org/publication/press/releases/06_musicalstarspsa.html

Suzy's PSA will be added to their site soon but you can hear it here first:  Suzy's PSA
and read the transcript here: http://www.menc.org/information/advocate/psa.html#trans

Also check out the how you can help get the PSAs aired on local radio stations here: http://www.menc.org/information/advocate/psa.html#help

Suzy Part of Great Performer of Illinois Festival
September 4, 2006

Suzy is one of the a variety Illinois performers that will be part of the Great Performers of Illinois Arts Festival held at Millennium Park in Chicago. This first ever 4 day event features a variety of performers during the day and in the evenings.

Suzy will be part of the Wednesday evening Best of the State Concert held at teh Jay Pritzker Pavillion.   Suzy is expected to have a 30-40 minute set at the beginning of the show with her band that includes Will Barrow, Pat Bergeson (also from Illinois), Bryan Ownings, and Dan Immel.

The evening includes an informal "in-the-round" style format hosted by Robbie Fulks that will feature Suzy, Casey Driessen, Kelly Hogan, Scott Ligon, Chris LIgon, and Kyle Lehning.

Note: There is no meet&greet with performers scheduled for this event.

Here's the information from  Millenniumpark.org on the event:

GREAT PERFORMERS OF ILLINOIS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 – SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
THROUGHOUT THE PARK
Come experience the first-ever celebration of the Great Performers of Illinois. Hailing from all corners of the state, performers will fill the park with the kind of singing, dancing, storytelling and enjoyment that is uniquely Illinois. Spend an exciting four days, hear wonderful choirs and orchestras, and delight in storytelling, folk music, square dancing and more. Savor regional delicacies and enjoy a rare chance to taste special wines from Illinois vineyards.

Jay Pritzker Pavilion Showcase: The Best of the State Concert

Presented by the Illinois Arts Council in partnership with the Illinois Bureau of Tourism and the Chicago Office of Tourism.

Suzy Radio Interview This Monday OCT. 16th
October 13, 2006

Suzy is doing an interview on WSM Radio Monday Evening from 7PM to 9PM Central time. The interview, An Intimate evening with Eddie Stubbs can be heard on WSM 650 AM or via the web at www.wsmradio.com
Suzy says it's probably going to be a history lesson and some tunes.
Tune in, you never know, there may be a pop quiz later!

Suzy Contributes to Charity Auction
Suzy has donating the  little white skirt from Something Up My Sleeve
(Hee Haw honey outfit) and asked us to let folks know in case they want to bid.
The Auction is to help build a Fellowship Hall at the
Mt Moriah General Baptist Church, Portland TN 37148
Bidders on the Internet can send their bids to the email address below.  Bidding from the net will end Friday night and the high bid will then open the bidding at the on-site auction on Saturday (October 21st).   As always, the item goes to the high bidder, from either the live auction or the internet.

With the skirt will be a signed 20 Greatest Hits cd and a Hee Haw Honey Photo.

Email Bids to Dan and Sandra Willard:   dansan546@aol.com

Suzy now has a page at MySpace.com with pictures, audio clips, friend links and more.
Check out www.myspace.com/suzyboggussmusic
Note: some features only available to myspace members.

SuzyBogguss.com adding new features!!
Suzy has added a Journal page to SuzyBogguss.com.  Sign up for the Announcement List
and you can download "Even If That Were True" from Suzy's upcoming CD.  
Don't miss out... Visit SuzyBogguss.com TODAY!!         
Click on any MERCHANDISE button or SuzyBogguss.com link to visit SuzyBogguss.com

Suzy Featured At Broadmoor Christmas Production
September 23, 2006

Suzy will be the featured artist for shows at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, CO  Directory of entertainment, Ken Miller, is creating the production "A Rocky Mountain Christmas" to be presented at the Broadmoor in December. The Upcoming Events Section at Broadmooentertainment.com describes the show as:

"A Rocky Mountain Christmas" - Featuring the incredibile Suzy Bogguss.   Also performing, Colorado's favorite Jim Salestrom, The Broadmoors own Lila Mori, The Colorado Springs Childrens Chorale, The Colorado Springs Youth Orchestra with The Broadmoor Pops Orchestra under the direction of The Broadmoors Directory of Entertainment, Ken Miller. Dates are December 14, 15, 16, and December 21, 22,23, 24.   This will be a wonderful holiday experience for everyone. Lots of holiday favorites and of course the hits of Suzy Bogguss.

For more information or to book you stay at the Broadmoor,
check out these link
 www.broadmoor.com                     www.broadmoorentertainment.com
                                                               Click on "Upcoming Events."

  GARRISON KEILLOR'S NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL to include Suzy!!
(updated 12/29)
A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION's Garrison Keillor hosts a live New Year's Eve broadcast from Nashville's legendary Ryman Auditorium, the original home of the Grand Ole Opry. The festive GREAT PERFORMANCES' telecast will be all the merrier due to the Opry's role in providing Keillor with his original inspiration for an eclectic radio show that went on to become the radio favorite that it is today.  Together with special guests -- Emmylou Harris, Suzy Bogguss, Jon Randall, Robin and Linda Williams, Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, Sam Bush, Buddy Emmons, Jerry Douglas, Cowboy Jack Clement, The Old Crow Medicine Show, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver, and many others.
Keillor will bid 2006 "Auld Lang Syne" along with "sound effects guy" Fred Newman, Rich Dworsky, the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band, and other series regulars for a New Year's countdown like no other.

The program aires on Public Television December 31, 2006 at 10PM CST (check local listings);
 Tune in for this very special broadcast Sunday, December 31st at 9pm
on 90.3 WPLN-FM in Nashville
Listen on the web at:www.wpln.org/listen.html
(rebroadcast again Monday, January 1 at noon on many stations .. check listings).

www.pbs.org/wnet/gperf/shows/phceve
http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/features/hodgepodge/2006/12/new_years_eve