Friday, February 12, 2021

The Waters of Turners Falls

 Not sure why I am drawn to this area. It would have been the last place I would want to be when I was younger. The polar opposite of a thriving, active city like Boston. But the wide main street, the brownstone buildings, the rushing waters of that ever-present Conneciicut River. Made me feel preconnected to the town 20 years ago.



I saw a few friends of mine play at a small club called The Rendezvous over the years. That place gave me hope for some kind of scene to develop, and it has. In years since, I have seen bands play at the Shea Theater, and even played there myself on one occasion. I played several gigs at The Voo, and have been a dinner guest many times over the summer with my partner. 


Only a 15 minute drive away. I can show up and walk around to take pictures of the waters from the canal, and the old metal bridges that cross it. I get some great pictures, and really enjoy spending time here finding beauty in between grocery runs.



There is also a nice little music store called Replay, and I go there every month or so for small items, but they have nice gear.


Found an old replacement pickgaurd for a Telecaster on my most recent trip.