Annie Rettic

Sisters of the Sea @People's Organic Market
2019-03-22 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | People’s Food Organic Mkt., 4765 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
Sisters Of The Sea is 4 singing/songwriting women of San Diego coming together to make beautiful music. Their lyrics are moving, funny and insightful. There will be Guitars, Ukuleles, Fiddling, Dulcimer along with gorgeous harmonies, played and sung by Joyce Martin, Annie Rettic, Crystal Pollard and Linda Lawrence. It all takes place upstairs in the Deli at Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market on Friday, March 22nd.
Come on up for some delicious music and food. It’s healthy for your body AND your soul!

Gemini Junction @ Storytelling Festival
2019-03-16 09:30 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Encinitas Library, 540 Cornish Drive, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
My Bluegrass band Gemini Junction is proud to be participating in this event for the 2nd year!
It goes on all day, with storytellers galore onstage, workshops where you can learn some helpful tips, and a storytelling Open Mic.
Gemini Junction will perform 2 sets inside during the day, with possible busking out in front to welcome you in.
Check with the library for the set times and the schedule for the rest of the day’s events in early March.
I’ll update my website with GJ set times when they’re revealed to us.

La Jolla Library Concert
2019-02-16 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | La Jolla/Riford Library, 7555 Draper Ave., La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
I’m excited and honored to share my music in this gem of a library! I’ll be playing some Irish and old Time fiddle tunes on my 5-string, along with some original songs from my new solo CD, “Heartstrings”, on Dulcimer and Ukulele. I’ll throw in a few well-loved covers to round out the program.
CDs will be available for purchase.
I hope to see you there!

Gemini Junction @Songs of the Sea
2018-08-26 12:10 - 12:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Diego Maritime Museum, Aboard the Star of India, San Diego, CA, United States
Ahoy Mates!!
My band Gemini Junction will be playing a set of tunes at this year’s Sea Chantey Festival. It takes place on the Star of India and runs from 11:30-4:40. There will be half a dozen bands and other assorted attractions. Get there early & stay all day!
JT, Richie and I will be on deck from 12:10-12:45, joined by Mike Ballard on Bodhran.
The Festival is free with admission to the Maritime Museum.

Annie Rettic Heartstrings CD Celebration
2018-07-08 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Grassroots Oasis, 3130 Moore St., San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
I’m excited to announce the upcoming release of my very first solo CD, Heartstrings!
Over the years since coming to San Diego, I’ve had the good fortune to work with many talented musicians in several bands. I’m very proud of all the CDs each band has recorded.
Now, as I launch my fledgling speaking career, the time has come for me to record a CD with the songs I sing in my Keynote Concerts. In these concerts, I tell my own stories of loss and recovery, as I share my conviction that It’s Never Too Late to Follow Your Dream.
The songs on this CD are songs that I’ve never recorded, and I perform them in my Keynote Concerts. I invite you to come out and celebrate with me on Sunday, July 8 from 3-5PM at Grassroots Oasis. This is a great venue, and a wonderful place to celebrate! My duo with Sweet Joyce Ann, Wild Older Women, will play an opening set. Then I’ll play all the songs on the CD with Joyce backing me on Guitar, Ukulele and percussion.
Tickets are $20. They’re available online at Annierettic.brownpapertickets.com. You can also purchase them from me at a show, or at the door, although they might be a few bucks more there. Doors open at 2:30.

Gemini Junction @OB Street Fair
2018-06-23 10:00 - 10:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ocean Beach Chili Cookoff, Wonderland Stage, 4864 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach, 92107, United States
My Bluegrass/Americana band Gemini Junction has an opening set at the Annual Ocean Beach Street Fair and Chili Cook-off.
This in our 4th year playing at this festival, but we’ve moved to a different stage. There is no Wonderland Stage this year(thanks to Target-don’t get me started!) So we are playing on the Artist Alley Stage! There are lots of artisans exhibiting their wondrous creations all along Cable Street. The stage is located in the Union Bank parking lot, at Cable and Niagra Street. We’re honored once again to be playing the opening set starting at 10AM, on a stage that is new to us.
Come out early and catch our act, while parking is easiest,before it gets too hot! Chlii tasting starts at 11, and there are lots of great bands on 4 stages all day.

Gemini Junction Plays the OB Street Fair/Chili Cookoff
2017-06-24 10:00 - 2017-07-03 10:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ocean Beach Chili Cookoff, Wonderland Stage, 4864 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach, 92107, United States
Gemini Junction is thrilled to be playing this fun event again! We’ve added a new member this year-Rocky Smolin on Stand-up Bass, so we’re bigger and better than ever.
We’re kicking off festivities again at 10:00-10:45 AM on the wonderland Stage, on the N. side of Newport between Cable and Sunset Cliffs. Many great musical acts to follow, chili tasting from 11-2. Come out early to catch us and get a parking spot too!

Wild Older Women @Te Mana
2017-06-11 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Te Mana Cafe, 4956 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
Joyce and I will unite for a special show on Sunday before we go off on our travels this summer-she to Paris and London, I to Michigan. We’ll be playing our signature tunes from our CD as well as a few covers, on a variety of instruments.
Come and hang out with us on the Patio and enjoy the delicious food and drink.

Annie Rettic Keynote Concert
2017-05-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ocean Beach Branch Library, 4801 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego, CA, 92107, United States
IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO FOLLOW YOUR DREAM!
A Keynote Concert is a unique combination of music and storytelling. During the performance, I will be playing and singing my original songs as I describe my personal journey of how I recovered from a series of devastating events, and how they led to my rediscovering and living my dream. In sharing my own story, I hope to inspire others to the belief and realization that they can do it too.
I am living proof that age has nothing to do with whether a dream can be achieved! I invite you to join me at the OB Library on Saturday, May 6th at 2PM, and become part of my mission to CHANGE THE WORLD, ONE DREAM AT A TIME!

St. Pat's Day With Gemini Junction
2017-03-17 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | People’s Food Organic Mkt., 4765 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
The Gemini Junction Trio are delighted to be returning to one of our favorite venues.
On Friday, March 17th, JT, Richie and I will be upstairs in the Deli at People’s Food in Ocean Beach. Since it just happens to be St. Patrick’s Day, we’ll be dusting off some of our favorite Irish jigs, reels for the occasion. It’s a family friendly, all ages venue, but we’ll still throw in a few songs about whiskey and beer.
The Deli serves good vegan fare, so come and join us. We’re playing from 5:30-7:30, so you’ll have the rest of the evening for the usual less healthy activities(like corned beef, beer and whiskey)!

Wild Older Women
2017-01-20 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | People’s Food Organic Mkt., 4765 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
Joyce and I will be upstairs in the Deli, playing our songs on Ukulele, Viola, Guitar and Dulcimer.
We hope to see you there!

Wild Older Women
2017-01-15 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Wild Older WomenDuo will be at Rebecca’s Coffee for our monthly 3rd Sunday Brunch show.
This month our guest will be Alan Land, with his wonderful Baritone voice and excellent guitar playing on his arrangements of pop, rock, and some old standards as well as his own songs.
Come and join us!

Wild Older Women
2016-12-18 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Joyce and I will be doing our monthly Sunday Brunch show at Rebecca’s Coffee in South Park. We’ll play a few holiday tunes in addition to our usual audience favorites.
Our special guest this month is the very talented Trevor McSpadden. He’s bringing his band to rock us out, so don’t miss it!

Annie Rettic Keynote Concert
2016-12-04 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point Loma United Methodist Church, 1984 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92107, United States
In the past year, I have begun a new musical journey.
I give concerts of songs I’ve written, mixed with personal stories that tie into the songs(or vice versa-you decide). It’s like a Keynote speech, only more fun! My topic is:
It’s Never Too Late and You’re Never Too Old to Follow Heart to Your Dream!
I’m living proof of this in my own life, since I’ve been following my own Dream since coming to San Diego. If your life and dreams have been shattered, making you feel lost and hopeless, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Come upstairs to Hodge Hall and I’ll share how I turned the pain of personal failure and tragedy into the joy of beginning anew. It’s never too late!

Annie Rettic Concert
2016-11-26 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Te Mana Cafe, 4956 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
My second solo concert at this delightful venue in Ocean Beach is on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. I’ll be playing originals and maybe a few holiday tunes on Fiddle, Ukulele and Dulcimer.
If you’re in town, come on out to hear some music and enjoy the delicious island themed food and beverages.
There is a beautiful patio where you’ll find me if the weather is fine-if not, we’ll be warm and cozy inside.

Wild Older Women
2016-11-20 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rebecca’s, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Our guest in November is Kathryn Cloward, a talented singer/songwriter whom I met when she played a concert at my local library. She will be joined by her alter ego, Kathryn the Grape. This show will be especially Kid-friendly, so come on out and bring the family to enjoy great food and wonderful music.

Lucky Strings
2016-10-29 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Green Store, 4843 B Voltaire St., 92107, United States
My band Lucky Strings is teaming up with other local musicians together with the Green Store for another benefit to raise awareness around climate change. The event starts at noon. There will be food, speakers and music. Lucky Strings plays at 4, with me on fiddle, Lucky on guitar and Kenny on mandolin. We’ll play some of your favorite tunes from the 60s and 70s.
Come and show your support for this important cause, and relax and have some fun while you do.

Annie Rettic Concert
2016-10-28 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Te Mana Cafe, 4956 Voltaire St., San Diego, CA, United States
I’ll be making a rare solo appearance, singing some of my own songs and a few of my favorite covers and playing my 5-string Viola and Ukulele. I might even get out my Dulcimer for a mini set!
Te mana is a wonderful venue with a lovely patio, where I’ll be playing (weather permitting). They have great coffee, tea, kava and smoothie drinks that go well with the menu of delicious sandwiches, salads, acai bowls and pastries. Yum!
Come check out this great venue in Ocean Beach and listen to music as you watch the sunset.

Wild Older Women
2016-10-16 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Rebecca’s, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Sweet Joyce Ann is back this month, so we’ll be a duo again, playing your favorite WOW songs. We will be joined by Marklyn Retzer, our special guest for October, a talented songwriter and guitar player from up North County way. He’ll be performing some of his inspired originals, and maybe a few unusual covers See you there.

Acoustic Evenings With Jefferson Jay
2016-09-30 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Athenaeum, 1008 Wall St., La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
I’m thrilled to be a part of the Fall 2016 Acoustic Evenings, hosted by Jefferson Jay. The series takes place at the Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, a unique venue in La Jolla.
I will be one of three local female acoustic acts featured that evening. Jefferson uses the series to introduce local performers to a new audience. Also playing that night will be acoustic rock duo Charbra, and Hirie- a lead singer with a Reggae band. It’s sure to be a surprisingly diverse show with something for everyone. Doors open at 7.
If you are already a member of this wonderful Library, the cost is $12; it’s $17 for nonmembers-when you see it, you may want to join! The Athenaum was one of my Mother’s favorite places; playing a solo show there means a great deal to me. I hope to see you there!

Wild Older Women
2016-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Our regular 3rd Sunday Brunch. Joyce will be out of town, so I will be flying solo as a Wild Older Woman, playing my 5-string Viola and Ukelele and/or Dulcimer. my special guest will be Sandra Bacal on vocals, keys and slide guitar.
Come join us and have a scone!

Wild Older Women
2016-07-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Sweet Joyce Ann and I will be at our monthly 3rd Sunday gig starting at 10AM.
Our guest stars this month include Corrie and Richie Srell, Alan James, Kimm Rogers, and Roy & Gloria.
There’s something for everyone, no matter what style of music you like best. And of course, the Scones!
See you there.

Gemini Junction
2016-07-15 19:30 - 21:30 UTC | Templars Hall, 14134 Midland Rd. (Old Poway Park), Poway, , CA, 92064, United States
Woody Guthrie Birthday Bash!
Gemini Junction will back up Ross Moore as he tells stories and sings the songs of a great American Folk hero. You may find out a few things you didn’t know about Woody.

Lucky Strings
2016-07-10 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | U.S.S. Midway, San Diego, CA, United States
Lucky Strings will be playing on the lawn in front of the U.S.S. Midway at the Climate Mobilization Rally on Sunday, July 10. Come out and show support for the cause.
The rally is part of a nationwide event in which Climate Mobilization groups throughout the U.S. will call on the U.S. Government to launch a WWII scale mobilization to transition from Fossil Fuels to safe, clean Wind, Water and Solar energy.
Climate Mobilization is based in NYC. The San Diego Coalition includes Citizens Climate Lobby, Peace Resource Center, Greenpeace, Sierra Club, the O.B. Green Center, and O.B. People’s Organic Food Co-op.

Gemini Junction
2016-06-25 10:00 - 10:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ocean Beach Chili Cookoff, Wonderland Stage, 4864 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach, 92107, United States
Gemini Junction is honored to play at the Ocean Beach Chili Cookoff for the 2nd year in a row. We will be playing from 10-10:45AM on the Wonderland Stage on Newport. Get to the Festival early, kick up your heels and dance to some BluesGrass before the heat of the day kicks in.
There are many other great bands playing on 5 stages, as well as street vendors and the chili contest.

WOW
2016-06-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
This is our Wild Older Women show at Rebecca’s Coffee; you can catch Joyce and me every month on the 3rd Sunday.
In June, my trio, Gemini Junction, will be WOW’s special guests. Which is logical, since we’re all Geminis. Come out and help us celebrate! Have a scone while you’re there.
Happy Birthday to all Gemini people!

Gemini Junction
2016-06-17 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Templars Hall, 14134 Midland Rd. (Old Poway Park), Poway, , CA, 92064, United States
This is a very important show for us, as it is our first show for SDFH. In honor of the occasion, and to thank our loyal fans, we’re offering those on our mailing list who attend this concert a free copy of our new CD, reviewed in this month’s Troubadour. We’re sharing the bill with songwriter David Beldock.

Wild Older Women
2016-05-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rebecca’s Coffee, 3015 Juniper St., San Diego, CA, United States
Our monthly 3rd Sunday at Rebecca’s Coffee.
This month, our special guests will be:
Brenda Panneton, Crystal Pollard, and Alan James.
Some collaboration between artists may be involved!

Annie Rettic Keynote Concert
2016-05-01 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Private Event, San Diego, CA, United States
I am pleased and excited to announce that on Sunday, May 1st I will be giving my first Keynote Concert. This is a concept I’ve been working on for the past year, which combines a speech with original songs.
My topic is “It’s Never too late and You’re Never Too Old to Live Your Dream”
Space is limited. For reservations/information, call 646-675-9642.

Lucky Strings
2016-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Green Store, 4843 B Voltaire St., 92107, United States
It’s the Ocean Beach Green Center’s Annual Anniversary Celebration Fundraiser!
The event starts at 2PM, and runs until 7. There will be other musicians and speakers throughout the day, as well as refreshments and a raffle.
Lucky Strings plays at 6′ to close the event with our usual high energy 60s Grass-Folk.
Come and celebrate 27 years of Environmental Activism.
