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This is an intimate venue; a coffee-house type setting, and we are really looking forward to seeing you all! We will be joined by the wonderful Rolly Brown, who will accompany Girls from Mars and we plan to show him off to you as well! $20 at the door. Doors open at 7:00pm.

$20

The fabulous Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park is one of the most outstanding venues we've every played at. A GREAT place to dance! We will be joined by Tom Mitchell on guitar, and Big Joe Maher on drums. Should be FUN! There is a free dance lesson from 8-9pm, then the band plays from 9-11:30pm.

Jun21

Private Event

Private Event, Santa Fe, NM

We are thrilled to be playing a private event for the wonderful Santa Fe Opera!

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Our friend, guitarist/songwriter Rolly Brown will be joining us for this concert. Rolly will accompany the girls, and we'll accompany him on a handful of his tunes. This is a venue beautifully set up for a coffee house style concert. Not too big, not too small. Easy to get to, plenty of parking. Tickets available in advance or at the door. Suggested donation $20 per person. Coffee will be available, of course! Information for online advance ticket purchases coming in the next day or too!

STILL HAPPENING! Garden Concert: Girls from Mars

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Phoenixville, PA

Looks like a beautiful night! Rik & Wendi Bourne, accompanied by Ralph Gordon will play at this OUTDOOR house concert, held in Melba's beautiful backyard. Bring blankets & Lawn Chairs, Maybe a bottle of wine and some snacks? On-street parking. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. FOR RESERVATIONS: Email wendibourne@comcast.net, or call/text 267-261-3735. Suggested donation $20 at the door.

Jun18

CANCELED DUE TO ILLNESS: Girls from Mars at Manouche Open House!

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Manouche , 75 Ney Alley, New Hope, PA

We are pleased to have been asked to play at the Opening Day Open House for this new arts and crafts shop in New Hope, PA. There will be refreshments and of course live music, as you peruse the fine art, jewelry and other handmade crafts. This is not a sit-down concert, but rather an Open House for coming and going. Shopping, Eating, and listening to music.. it doesn't get much better than that! Paid parking at the top of the hill on Ney Alley. There is no charge for this event, but please support the artisans!

Live Streaming Concert: Girls from Mars

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Online - streaming live on the web

No matter where you live, you can attend! We'll be streaming live from Wendi & Rik's living room, inviting a few friends & neighbors ('cause its SO WIERD to play in a room with no live people!). We're looking forward to "hearing" from everyone on the comments feature! Ticket purchase info coming in the next few days.

Suggested donation: $15.00

Oct7

Girls from Mars - Private

Lansdale, PA 19446

This is a private event. Let us know if you'd like to book Girls from Mars for your private event!

Sep14

SWING DANCE!! Got2Lindy

Got2Lindy Dance, Boys & Girls Club, 139 Greenkill Ave, Kingston, NY

We are so excited to be playing for this dance!   It will be our first time in Kingston, although we played for the wedding of a couple of these dancers, so know that this is a great community to be playing for!   Come on out... you won't want to miss this experience... all are welcome! There is a dance lesson (included in the admission price) from 6-7:30 - so come even if you're not a swing dancer (yet!).   Girls from Mars will play from 8pm - 10:30pm. We'll have Ralph Gordon on bass, Howard Sitron on trumpet, and Joe Carozza on drums.

$20

Sep13

Girls from Mars SWING DANCE!!

Hawks and Reed, 289 Main Steet, Greenfield, MA

Girls from Mars is looking forward to playing for the fabulous swing dance community in and around Greenfield, MA, on their short tour in New England!   We will be splitting the bill with the wonderful Mary Witt band - well know to area dancers.    We'll have Ralph Gordon (bass) and Howard Sitron (trumpet) with us on this tour.    We are proud to be sharing the bill with the wonderful O-Tones.

$14 in advance, $18 at the door

Jun1

Glen Echo Swing Dance

Swing Dance at Glen Echo!, Glen Echo Park Ballroom, Bethesda, MD

The Glen Echo Ballroom is a large, historic, beautifully restored ballroom in the DC area.   The sound system provided for the band is wonderful.  THe dancers are super nice.   What more could you ask?

$10.00 (?) at door

May31

Girls from Mars Land at the Paris Bistro!

The Paris Bistro, 8229 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA

This is such a great room!   Reservations a must.   Wonderful food and drinks available, and easy parking right behind the venue.  We'll be accompanied by Howard Sitron (tpt) and Ralph Gordon (bass).  See ya there!

$15.00 cover

May29

Girls from Mars at 1867 Sanctuary

1867 Sanctuary, 101 Scotch Road, Ewing, NJ

We are so lucky to be performing at this fabulous venue!  This stone church, lovingly restored by Preservaton NJ, has been transformed into a 200 seat arts & cultural center.  Come and join "The Girls", accompanied by Ralph Gordon (bass) and Howard Sitron (trumpet) for an evening of swing and jazz.  Advance tickets recommended.

$20.00 ($15 for members)

May26

Girls from Mars Land in Bryn Mawr!

Bryn Mawr Twilight Concerts, 9 South Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA

The Girls from Mars will be performing where they're most comfortable:  under the stars!!   At the lovely Bryn Mawr Gazebo  venue  - bring your lawn chairs and a blanket - and a picnic supper?    We will be accompanied by Howard Sitron (trumpet) and Chico Huff (bass).    The show will go on even if there's a light rain - but of COURSE it will be a perfectly lovely evening, and we'll see you there!    Nothing like listening to Girls from Mars while gazing at their home planet!

$15.00 tickets available in adv

Nov18

Girls from Mars at the Paris Bistro

The Paris Bistro, 8229 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA

Many of Philadelphia's top jazz performers play at the Paris Bistro, and we're proud to be among them.  Come for a civilized evening of great food, drinks and Out-of-this-World music!   Here's some pertinent information: We are thrilled to be accompanied by Howard Sitron on trumpet, Chico Huff on bass, and for the 2nd and 3rd sets, Dave Posmontier on piano.  Wendi will play guitar, of course.

​Reservations are available beginning at 5:00PM and throughout the evening and are timed to coincide with the live music set times.

On Sundays evenings the Jazz Café opens at 5:00pm with 3 sets beginning at 6:00pm, 7:30pm and 9:00pm.

An entertainment charge is assessed for each person, varies based on the entertainment featured, but is usually between $5 and $15, and will be added to your bill along with your food and beverage purchase.

The full Paris Bistro menu is served in the Jazz Café.

Reservations for the dining room do not guarantee seating in the Jazz Café. Dinner guests who wish to join us after dinner for music should alert restaurant staff upon their arrival and/or when making their reservation by phone or online. If you’d like more information about reservations in the Jazz Café, please call us at 215-242-6200.

$15 Reservations Recommended!

Nov17

Swing Dance!

The Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, Maryland

Annie, Lauren and Wendi are thrilled to be returning to one of the very best swing dances on the east coast.   Our backup band will be:  - the fabulous Tom Mitchell (Big Nite Out, Dan Hicks, Blue Rhythm Boys) on guitar - amazing and wonderful John Previti (Danny Gatton, Charlie Byrd, Herb Ellis) on upright bass -  rock solid Big Joe Maher (Big Joe and the Dynaflows, Uptown Rhythm Kings, Tom Principato Band) on drums. We're looking forward to playing for the energetic dancers on the floor of the Spanish Ballroom!

$20

Jun7

Girls from Mars @ The Green Fork!

The Green Fork & Local Roots Market, 115 Sout Main Street, North Wales, PA

Dining while listening to Aliens in North Wales, PA -   What could be better?   The Green Fork features healthy, scrumptious food - accompanied by a bottle of your favorite BYOB wine.   Easy parking behind the restaurant or on the street in this small town on a Thursday night.   We are proud to be a part of this "Last Thursday Jazz" series, held each month.     Ralph Gordon on bass and Howard Sitron on trumpet, plus some special guests.    This is a small, cozy restaurant and you'll want to make RESERVATIONS ahead of time.   Should be a very, very fun night!

No Cover - BYOB

Jun6

Swing Dancing at Nicks!

Nick's Night Club, 642 S. Pickett St, Alexandria, VA

Come join us for an evening of Swing Dancing to Girls from Mars!   We'll have Ralph Gordon on bass, Wes Crawford on Drums and Howard Sitron on trumpet.  We're proud to be playing at this hip Night Club in the DC area and are hoping to see some of our friends from that neck of the woods!

$10.00