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Shirley is a rural industrial town located on the lowlands of the Catacoonamaug River. A handful of colonists arrived in 1720 and settled on scattered farms throughout the town.

Early in its history Shirley was supported by its many farms and orchards. There was an increase in industrial activity around 1790 and the first paper mill was opened followed shortly after by a small iron works and nail factory.

The location of the water to power industries served to create an industrial village along the narrow valley where Shirley is located. Many of the period brick towered mills still survive and create an authentic period landscape.

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The Bull Run - Open Mike
Open Mike (music, comedy, poetry)
Last Thursday of each month at 7pm
Hosted by GS Picard

When: May 31, 2012 12 AM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Thu, 31 May 2012 00 )
Juke Joint 5
The Juke Joint 5 will be back at the Bull Run, 215 Great Rd. in Shirley, MA, on Weds. June 27. 7PM. NO COVER! http://jukejoint5.com/shows

When: Jun 27, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 27 Jun 2012 19 )
Carolyn Wonderland
Age Limit: All Ages

Carolyn Wonderland




When: Jul 20, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts
Cost: $18/22 (Fri, 20 Jul 2012 20 )
Jack Babineau/ Don't Blame Jack
CD Release Party for Ryan Brooks Kelly. Tickets are bullrunrestaurant.com

When: May 25, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Fri, 25 May 2012 20 )
The Flatlanders
The fact that Texas music titans Joe Ely, Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock - on their first go-round as The Flatlanders in 1972 - were completely rejected by the country music establishment is surprising in retrospect but, ultimately, poetic. That each went on to have formidable solo careers is a testament to their talent and determination. Add to this their diverse yet complimentary styles - Joe the street-wise rocker, Jimmie Dale the mystic with the classic country voice and Butch the cerebral folk singer - and you've got a story of one of the most extraordinary kinships in American musical history. Formed in 1972 in Lubbock, Texas, the group's first major appearance was at the Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Singer/Songwriter Competition, where they were one of the winners. Their first recording on the famed Sun Records went nowhere. The album was all but scrapped and, by 1973, the group disbanded. By the end of the decade, however, Gilmore, Ely and Hancock had each found success as a solo performer and rumors of their earlier obscure collaboration began to circulate. In 1991, Rounder Records issued the 1972 sessions as "More a Legend Than a Band" to great success. Word spread fast among those who knew about this mysterious band who only played occasional shows. After they contributed to the soundtrack of The Horse Whisperer in 1998 they signed with New West Records and released "Now Again" in 2002 and "Wheels of Fortune" in 2004. New West also released "Live '72," a live recording of the then-unknown country band performing at the One Knite honky-tonk in Austin, Texas. In 2009 the album "Hills and Valleys" was released and The Flatlanders stepped onto the world stage on "The Late Show with Dave Letterman." Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Joe Ely and Butch Hancock are solo stars most of the time. So when they decide to do their occasional tour we're always thrilled to have them. More info at: www.theflatlanders.com/

When: Jun 22, 2012 8 PM to Jun 22, 2012 11 PMin Shirley, Massachusetts
Cost: $45 advance; $50 day of show. (Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20 )
Sean Coleman Music - The Pat Travers Band
THE SEAN COLEMAN BAND will be opening for the PAT TRAVERS BAND Sunday, May 20, 2012, 7:00 pm EST at Bull Run Restaurant Important: Doors open at 5pm for dinner and seating. Show begins at 7pm. If there are tickets left on the day of show, they will be available online and at the door for $36 plus ticket fee. 215 Great Rd., PO Box 1228 Rt. 2A, Shirley, MA 01464 978-425-4311 or 877-536-7190 Toll Free FAX - 978-425-4314

When: May 20, 2012 5 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sun, 20 May 2012 17 )
Ryan Brooks Kelly
CD Release Party!!!!

When: May 25, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Fri, 25 May 2012 20 )
TOKYO TRAMPS
Lose Your Blues Wednesday with TOKYO TRAMPS

When: Jul 11, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19 )
Carolyn Wonderland
www.bullrunrestaurant.com Details tba!

When: Jul 20, 2012 6 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Fri, 20 Jul 2012 18 )
The Andy James Band


When: Jun 6, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 06 Jun 2012 20 )
Heather Pierson


When: Sep 13, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Thu, 13 Sep 2012 19 )
Shawn Taylor
Shawn Taylor & Amy Herrera A split bill night of Original Acoustic Roots & Blues Soul Americana. Shawn Taylor will be joined by long time collaborator Jim McKeeman on guitar and vocals, playing songs from Taylor's latest disc "FREE" and from his upcoming unreleased CD (summer 2012) Amy Herrera, until recently known as half of the well known folk duo "Fiske and Herrera", has been playing music in front of audiences solo since she was 13 years old. Based in Western, MA, you can find this mother of two singing a variety of songs cultivated from influences spanning from Joni Mitchell to B.B. King. "Everyone has a story. I'm just more comfortable singing mine."- Amy Herrera "Exquisite, beautiful, such interesting melodies and lyrics, such LOVELY singing." - Cheryl Wheeler This is One NOT TO MISS!!!!

When: May 24, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Thu, 24 May 2012 19 )
7Horse
When: Jun 9, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sat, 09 Jun 2012 20 )
The Mighty Bad Habits


When: Jul 25, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 25 Jul 2012 19 )
theRoadKill Orchestra
Celebrate YOUR hump day at the iconic Bull Run Restaurant in Shirley with theRoadKill Orchestra! Great ambiance, food and libations will augment our musical mayhem! A slice of heaven in the North Country! Stop in and see why national acts play here.

When: Jun 20, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 20 Jun 2012 19 )
Gracie Curran and the High Falutin' Band!


When: May 19, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sat, 19 May 2012 20 )
Dick Lugar Run/Walk

A 5K run/walk, 5K racewalk, and 10K run that takes place on scenic Butler University campus. Event starts and finishes near Hinkle Fieldhouse. Also visit the Dick Lugar - Butler University Health and Fitness Fair in the Health and Recreation Complex for fitness, nutrition, and health information, as well as screenings.



When: Sep 15, 2012 12 AM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sat, 15 Sep 2012 00 )
Heather Maloney - Elizabeth Lorrey
Age Limit: All Ages

Heather Maloney

Elizabeth Lorrey website: The Rafterswebsite:


When: Jun 23, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts
Cost: $12 (Sat, 23 Jun 2012 20 )
Dwight & Nicole


When: May 19, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sat, 19 May 2012 20 )
Bees Deluxe


When: Jul 18, 2012 6 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Wed, 18 Jul 2012 18 )
Iza Jane & the Greatwood Acoustics
Ryan Kelly & Smokehouse Lightening Cd release party! We'll be opening for them :) Come one, Come all! Its sure to be a great time!

When: May 25, 2012 7 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Fri, 25 May 2012 19 )
Sarah Lee and Johnny
Age Limit: All Ages

Sarah Lee and Johnny




When: Jun 8, 2012 8 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Fri, 08 Jun 2012 20 )
DJ Sha- boo (MDF/Hustle Squad DJs)
)))No Cover All Night((( Music By: WCUW 91.3fm's DJ Sha-boo

When: May 19, 2012 9 PM in Shirley, Massachusetts (Sat, 19 May 2012 21 )

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