May 21, 2006>

Pack Place and Live Music

While the band has played wedding receptions and other events in Asheville, it was a treat to be invited to play at Pack Square in Asheville, NC.

The Buncombe County Department of Social Services hosts different events throughout the year. Their purpose is to raise awareness of the need for foster and adoptive families.

In order to help bring people to their events, they bring in several other agencies. These agencies offer all types of services to help, not only the children, but also families and others that would like to assist.  These include counseling, for both the foster/adopt parents, as well as the children. These agencies are on hand to answer questions that anyone may have. Some agencies even offer camps for these families.

Included in these events are activities for children. At times there are even demonstrations for kids. Last November, when it was held at the Asheville Civic Center, there were inflatable activities for the children, as well as clowns!

This was the second time the band was invited to perform at these events.  It was a pleasure to be a part of such a good cause. However, it didn't go without its efforts.

It appears the night before, Ashville had its 'Downtown After 5" program. An event where performers meet and play their music for the residents and passersby of the Asheville area. It seems that they forgot there was another event following on the next morning. As such, there was much work that had to be done. First of all, it was a mad dash effort to get the area cleaned up after the previous nights festivities. Then, there was no electricity for the band. After a frantic phone call, the City of Asheville had a man on hand. He quickly responded to our pleas, and rectified the problem as if it were nothing at all.

Needless to say, the event was held. Some of the participants chose to take advantage of the sun and relax after all their hard efforts. Booths were line up along the sidewalk on the loop around the fountain. Although the traffic was less than hoped for, it was the first time that this event was ever held at Pack Square. The music from the band drew a lot of attention as traffic would pass by. This would cause individuals to turn their heads and at least read the banners that were posted all around.

While our desire was to draw more people to this event, we feel our goal was somewhat a success. There wasn't a lot of advertising, but people did stop by. Some individuals sat aroundthe fountain and enjoyed their afternoon. Although some felt dissapointed by the turn out, just remember, there's always the next time. And who knows, maybe that one pamphlet you handed out inspired someone to take a closer look  to see where maybe they can help out.

Keep up the good work to all of you!!!

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