An extraordinary event occurred in Manchester on Friday, January 9: no, not the discovery of a new galaxy (although stars were involved!), but rather the cool blues being played to benefit a heating assistance fundraiser. Bob Stannard & Chris Kleeman reunited for the first time in two years to give an unbelievable concert, with proceeds going to Ski for Heat. Not only did they provide an incredible evening of entertainment, but they also did so with the purpose of taking something they love to do and transferring into a way to "give back," as Bob explained to me. Burr and Burton Academy donated the use of the Riley Center for the Arts, Northshire Bookstore and Write Solutions under-wrote the concert, and GNAT provided promotional air time.
For the generosity of spirit, heart, and time given by Bob and Chris and so many others in making this concert possible, and to all those who came out to see it, I am so extremely grateful. On behalf of all who will be assisted by the kindness that one community exhibited in an effort to help others in it who need, help, I offer my heartfelt thanks.
Sincerely,
Martha
