Australian Anni Piper — a charismatic performer known for her sultry vocals and accomplished bass playing — is headlining the 10th annual Pork Butt Blues festival in Ellenton. Local favorites Koko Ray and the Keepers and Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones are also on the lineup. The event will focus on raising funds for Manatee Veterans Village located in Bradenton.
11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; VFW Post 9226, 3511 12th St. E., Ellenton; $10 online in advance; $15 day of event; 941-729-8535; porkbuttblues.com
