A good friend told me that I would someday find my "thing". Well, I discovered my "thing" is photography and computer graphics. Add to that my love of great music, live band performances, interesting and unusual people, and this website was born. I saw a need to bring the amazing local and regional talent to the public eye, and help provide opportunities for everyone!
Among the many things I do in a day, I am the Promotions Director and Booking Agent for Jake Banta of Jake's Blues at www.jakesblues.net and also his website designer and the photographer for his site.
I have recently teamed with Armstrong Cable TV and I now host a Cable TV show called "Dirty Dog Live Music", which is aired every Sunday night at 9:00 pm, featuring bands, songwriters, musicians, and musical artists with all original music.
You can also hear me on Thursday mornings at 8:05-ish am on
COOL 101.7 fm, with veteran DJ Dave Hannahan, as we bring local music and events to you.
There's nothing "Dirty" about Dirty Dog Live!
Dirty Dog Live was named after a dog I rescued during the time I was developing the business.
In fact, Dirty Dog Live is very active in the community, and to date I have directly helped raise over $31,000 in cash and donations for various non-profit organizations, as well as countless thousands more indirectly, through donating my services and assisting with organization of fundraising events for others.
I assist clubs and bands with bookings, help organize events, and will match up the perfect band for your party or event, in addition to bringing you local music news.
I've worked with local businesses; helped raise money for the Naval Special Warfare Foundation, worked with the Meadville Chamber of Commerce, the Center for Family Services, The Meadville Soup Kitchen, the Thunder in the City Event in Downtown Meadville, the Crawford County Fair Board, The Thurston Classics, Meadville Council on the Arts, The Fairway 12, the Palms, Conneaut Lake Park, and many more local venues.
I am also on the board of directors at Meadville Council on the Arts, and a member of the Keystone Riders motorcycle organization.
I am always animal advocate and recently resigned my position on the board of directors for Hog Heaven Rescue Farm, Inc, after having served 5 years.
Dirty Dog Live is working hard to bring local and now regional musical talent to the public eye through this website and through referrals to people looking to hire talent, and assisting with bookings for bands and musical artists.
I also encourage all artists and musicians to join MCA and work together to keep the arts alive and prosperous in our area.
I hope you have as much fun here as I am having bringing the
Dirty Dog Live website to you, and I hope to see you out there soon!
| Don Bower is my genius. In the 13 years we've been married, I have learned there's not much Don can't do, and do extremely well. He's is a constant help to me when things become too technical, or when I need that "over the top" push in the right direction. Don earns his living as a metalcrafter, from precision machining to fine gold baubles as a custom jeweler. You can see some of his jewelry designs by clicking HERE. He enjoys motorcycles, and he and I ride together when we're not taking care of the Dirty Dog. :) Don's daughter is all grown up and lives in New Mexico. We miss her very much. |
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The Dirty Dog!
The Dirty Dog is a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. His name is "Chester" named after the infamous Bluesman "Howling Wolf" Chester Burnette. He is a rescue dog who found his way into our home and our hearts. WPGs are bred as hunting dogs, but make excellent family pets. The only hunting Dirty Dog does in this family is when he's hunting for his favorite rawhide treats which he likes to hide under the sofa, or a new stuffed animal to un-stuff and spread around the house. Please take a moment to go to www.dogsdeservebetter.org and take action to improve the quality of life for chained, abused and neglected dogs in the United States. Tell them you saw it here on Dirty Dog Live! |
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"Stevie" ~named after music legend "Stevie Wonder", joined our family by chance. He is also a rescued dog. Someone chained him to a barn and severely neglected him. The poor guy was barking for his life... the neighbors complained ...and the owners decided to be "rid" of him. She hadn't fed him in a week, no fresh water, just isolation on a chain. When they did feed him, they had been giving him dry cat food.
He was matted, skinny, and so badly in need of love and attention. I brought him home, and brushed matts out of his fur for two days. Thanks to the ANNA Shelter in Erie and generous donations from internet friends I was able to have him neutered and get his vaccinations. Because the ANNA Shelter was full I offered to foster him here until a space was available, but because he was such a great dog, we fell in love with him, and he now has a permenant home here in our family. He's beautiful, and friendly, and we are happy to have him with us. Please join Dogs Deserve Better at www.dogsdeservebetter.org and help put an end to chaining once and for all. Give generously to the ANNA Shelter and help by sponsoring a spay or neuter for a dog or cat in our community. |
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Meet the newest edition to the family, "Louie" ~named after the great Louis Armstrong. Louie came to our family from a good home and a responsible parent who wanted to do the right thing for him. Instead of relinquishing him to a shelter, or to people she wasn't sure would care for him properly, she waited to find a good home for him, and she did, with us. Louie is a Mini-Dachshund with high-energy, and a fierce brave spirit. He's getting along with his brothers well, and we think he likes us pretty well. :)
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In loving memory of "Joey", who passed on October 15, 2009.
Joey was a Dalmatian mix. He was a rescue dog. He was chained to a doghouse, and the owners moved away and left him there to die a slow death of starvation and dehydration. He was rescued, and eventually he came to live with us. He was the perfect friend and companion to Don and I for about 14 years. He even has his own website, SpottyDawg.com, which you can see HERE. 
In loving memory of our beloved baby "Jake" who passed away from heart failure on
July 23, 2007. Jake was a Great Dane. Great Danes grow very quickly and unfortunately have a very short life expectancy. Jake was only six and a half years old. Jake loved toys and played like a puppy all of his life. He was a very happy and friendly guy. Jake never had a bad day, was spoiled and very much loved, and is tremendously missed by our family. 
In Memory of our Reilly. We just lost Reilly recently due to a health issue.
Reilly was adopted from a Great Dane rescue in Pittsburgh. Great Danes are often given up by owners who do not understand the needs of the breed, or who just didn't realize how large these dogs grow. While giants, they are generally very gentle and loving dogs, who are also quick to protect their families. Great Danes have a very short life expectancy, and while those years are often too short, they can be wonderful. Please consider adopting from a rescue rather than a purchasing a pet from a breeder. Many animals are put to death because there are not enough homes or places for them to go, meanwhile breeders are pumping them out faster than homes can be found. Stop the insanity and do the right thing. Pennsylvania Dane Rescue is a first class rescue. Please donate to them today! http://www.pennsylvania-dane-rescue.org
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