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| FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions | ||
| What if it rains? | ||
| Tents are set up to provide cover if it rains, they are positioned so you can have a good view of the stage. The stage is also covered so the musicans will stay dry. | ||
| What services will be available? | ||
There will be food and porta potties available at the farm. |
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| What kind of food is available at the concert? | ||
| The Ellston Volunteer Fire Department will be selling smoked pork loin, pulled pork sandwiches, and pop to raise funds for the new Ellston Fire Department fire truck. They are delicious. | ||
| Is there camping available? | ||
| Yes, you're allowed to camp on the Hynek Tree Farm the night of the show. We recommend putting your tent up by your car, otherwise find a spot that is not in the driving path of exiting cars. There are primitive facilities available on the farm, the porta potty and water from any of the hydrants will be available. There is also overnight camping allowed in the city park of Ellston, IA. Nearby state parks include Nine Eagles, Decatur City, IA and 3 mile lake, Afton, IA. Also, if you're looking for something fancier, Terrible's Lakeside casino in Osceola, IA offers camping. | ||
| Are dogs allowed? | ||
| Yes, as long as they are kept under control, don't bother anyone at the show, and are cleaned up after. | ||
| Should I bring my lawn chair ? | ||
| We'd recommend the lawn chair, but if you're a blanket person, go for it. | ||
| What will the weather be like? | ||
| Hopefully sunny, at night it gets a lot cooler in the country than in the city during this time of year, so bring a jacket. | ||
| Are those girls in the band Pumptown the same ones who mow my lawn at Sun Valley Lake? | ||
| Yes. | ||
| Is this festival being held on the farm on the hill on the east side of Sun Valley Lake? | ||
| Yes, in the yard by the grey Victorian House. | ||
| Can I buy tickets at the gate? | ||
| Yes, we'll accept cash and check on the day of the show. | ||
| Who do I make my check out to? | ||
| Pumptown | ||
| Can I buy tickets online ? | ||
| Yes, click here to buy tickets online. | ||
| What is Farmer Song the Musical? | ||
| Farmer Song the Musical is a play about a couple's struggle to keep their farm during the 1980's set in Ellston, Iowa written by Joe and Angie Hynek. Farmer Song the Musical is a 2006 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival award winner and was performed at the 2007 New York International Fringe Festival at the Theater for New Drama. Farmer Song the Musical is available for production for regional and community theaters. A schedule of upcoming shows and more info is available at www.farmersong.com. | ||
| I'm interested in being a sponsor, who do I contact? | ||
| Joe Hynek, 515-231-5424 | ||
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Updated February 2009
Festival Address: Farmer Song Fest, 3228 130th St., Ellston, IA 50074
Festival Contact: Joe Hynek, Phone: 5l5-23l-5424, Email: joe at pumptown dot com