Belgian Days

The Brussels Lions Club 64th Annual Belgian Days kicked-off on Friday afternoon with two ball fields hosting youth teams from all over for a weekend tournament. It is a big deal for youth baseball and softball in northeast Wisconsin to travel here for a weekend of ball.  How big a deal you ask?  I am told organizers have more applicants than slots.  My only regret is that as a working volunteer I did not have time to sit in the stands and watch play on one of the two fields and take some action photos.  Maybe another year.

As for the fundraising for the Lions Club I am also told that the preliminary numbers are looking better that last year - and naturally other prior years.  Anecdotally, I can tell you that with two bands on the schedule for Saturday sales were brisk for the first shift (mine) which has traditionally been slower-paced.  Time will tell. 

The first band on-deck was Carbon Road.

A high energy keep em dancing act they were a high energy production.  Song selections ranging from the 60s to current pop, country and full tilt Rock 'n Roll. Five multi-talented musicians with years of experience converge on the stage to present a professional, interactive and crowd pleasing show.  Outstanding vocals!  Website including playlists here.

Here is their opening number....  

 

Edit to add - Second band on tap was Star Six Nine.  

Established in 2008, Star Six Nine has played everything from the big stages at Summerfest, to Festivals, to Bars and even backyard BBQs. Winners of the 2019 WAMI Cover Band of the Year and nominated many years prior to that.

3 lead singers and WAMI nominated musicians keeps the night interesting, paired with great sound and lights!

Rock? Pop? Country? They bring it to the stage.

More about the band including their playlist here.

Yesterday's opening number and kudos to the little kids.  Belgian Days is a family-friendly event after-all....