I would like to thank each and every one of you for attending the second annual Tribute to Johnny Cash Music Festival. Putting on this annual event is an honor and privilege and I would like to take this time to personally thank the following people: Above all, Mr. J.R. Cash for his music that continues to entertain and inspire millions. This show was possible because of the hard work and dedication from Holly Gollub, John Parker, Toby Emery, Tim McDuffy, Matt Morrisset, Atomic Silkscreen, Matt Faucett, the helpful people at Chase bank. All of our bands, you all were great! Our sponsors Amtrak, Guitar Center, Budweiser, KHAY, the Silverlake Conservatory, Food Share, Pin-up’s and Westways magazine. Our stage and sound Roberts Events. Kate and all the crew at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Rachel and Annie and all the staff at the Ventura Visitors Center. Thank you to Cindy Cash and her grandson Julian, Kathy Cash, Mike Murphy, Lou Robin, Bill, Shannon & Blake Miller at Johnny Cash Radio. Robert and Melanie Ramirez and their team, Vincenzo Giammanco, Jim Rice and Frank Perez. And a very special thank you to Ross Emery for believing in my dream and vision and his tireless efforts to help make it happen.

I’d like to thank my daughter, Rachel, my sisters, Mary, Sue, Sarah and Debe and my brother Jeff. My brother in law Steve Mong, may he rest in peace. Also, my friend Bonnie, my niece Shannon, her husband Pat, and their kids, Molly, Bailey and Shane. My friends on facebook for their words of encouragement and their enthusiasm.

THANK YOU!

Jacqueline Murphy

The 2010 Johnny Cash Music Festival was a lot of fun!  The weather was perfect, the bands rocked, the cars, vendors, pin-up gals and people made for a great atmosphere that truly paid tribute to the Man in Black.  We will be posting pictures and contest winners shortly so bookmark us and check back soon.

Pictures by Matt Morrisset

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We've been getting lots of calls with common questions.  Here are some answers to save you time and help you enjoy the festival!

Weather: Ventura is beach weather, cooler in the morning, sometimes breezy, sometimes hot.  The weather man is calling for a high of 63 on Saturday so dress accordingly, comfortable shoes, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. Bring your beach chairs, a cooler is OK, no alcohol, no glass or cans, food is OK, but no BBQ. No dogs.

Carshow: If you would like to enter your vehicle in the carshow, bring the completed vehicle registration form and $35 bucks, and you get in with a driver and passenger. Kids under 12, dressed in black, get in free. Additional passengers over age 12 pay $20 admission. All vehicles will be searched.

Pin-up Pageant: It's not too late ladies!  Bring your completed Pin-up Application and the $35 bucks and you can be in the pageant. You must be over 18 years old to participate.

Vendors: Limited number of vendor spots available, please contact Holly at 408-410-4401. We are not allowed to vend food.  Don't worry there will be lots of good food and refreshments there!

Tickets: Adult tickets are $20. Senior's, military, AAA members, and students with ID are $15.  Kids under 12 wearing some black get in free!

Parking: $5 for all areas.

Bands: Our talent for this year has been signed, if you'd like to be considered for next years festival, let us know.

Getting to the festival: Check out the Amtrak schedules, if you decide to drive, the Ventura County Fairgrounds are located at 10 W. Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001. Take the Seaward Ave, Sanjon Rd or California St exit from the 101 fwy.

If you need more info please call the JCMF hotline 805-652-2207

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