Sgt. Hooah & Gotowka, National Guard 'Rock This Country' Music Event Is Great Success
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The Patriotic spirit was definitely it the air for the 2nd annual 'Rock This Country' Fund-raising event Sponsored by Catholic Federal Credit Union (CFCU) on Sunday, February 13, 2011.
A family friendly event it was with a incredible 7 band line up, sharing their time and musical gifts which brought country and rock fans of all ages together to support the troops and make it a memorable moment for all.
"Rock This Country was a great success," said Wendy Dore, Event Organizer. "It was an 'eye opener' to me to watch the video screen of all of the wonderful Americans that make the sacrifice for the rest of us," Dore went on. "I am proud that we could be a small part of trying to give back to these American heroes!"
Dore continued to thank everyone who contributed including, Title sponsor Catholic Federal Credit Union, local media, volunteers, the bands who performing, all the guests for their donations.
"This event was for any member of the family, all ages coming together having a good time to support such as great cause", Dore added.
Bridget Looby, VP of Development and Community Relations for CFCU said, "This is the second year that Catholic Federal sponsored the event. After last year's fundraiser, I told Wendy (Dore) you can count on us for next year."
"This event is a perfect match for CFCU," Looby continued. "It's about people helping people. Looby went on to say that the mission of Catholic Federal Credit Union is to be there for the CFCU members, in every stage of their life, in good times and bad.
"I love what we do for our members and love what I do, it's so fulfilling helping people in need," Looby added.
Melissa Alex, Co-founder of the Yellow Ribbon Guard, was happy with the turn out. "It has been a steady flow all day, it was a like a big revolving door, Alex said. "This event will help provide care packages out to the troops including down-loadable music cards and donations to be used for a music card that were brought in by attendees," Alex added.
Attendees who donated down-loadable music cards or cash donations were entered into a drawing to be selected to win 60 seconds in a MONEY VAULT!
Dennis Beson, of the Sinclairs Band said, "I am happy to see so many great people show up and support the troops and the local music scene."
Patriotism was definitely in the air. Steel Wheelz performance of Toby Keith's Angry American brought everyone to their feet.
Hungry Howie's Pizza was on hand with all the pizza favorites. For every piece of pizza purchased, HALF of the money was donated back to the event.
(Above Right) Catholic Federal's Bridget Looby said, "It's all about the music, the fun event and giving back to the community and supporting the troops." Looby went on to say "This is a great event to be involved with. It fits Catholic Federal's motto "People helping People." Looby added, "Music & sports are the two things that bring people together -- people of all ages are having fun here -- I look around see people of all ages experiencing the diversity of music. It is a great community event to be a part of," Looby said.
(Above) It was a great community event with friends and family of all ages.
Honesty & The Liars kicked off the day of music followed by Jodi Sasse & Southern Cross, Burnaround, Steve Armstrong & The 25 Cent Beer Band, The Sinclairs, Mandi Layne & The Lost Highway and the night ended with The Steel Wheels Band.
(Above) The basketball hoops were a hit for kids of all ages -- provided by the National Guard
(Above) Howie from Hungry Howie's Pizza attended the event and was another kid favorite. For every piece of pizza purchased, HALF of the money was donated back to the event.
(Above) Jeanne Calkins from D Street Entertainment, by the big wheel. Guests who donated were entered into a drawing to be selected to win 60 seconds in a money vault.
(Above) Bridget Looby, Catholic Federal Credit Union, tried her hand in the money vault. Looby said, "It is so different then watching a game show on TV, when you actually participate in something like the Money Vault." Looby added "It's like being a deer in headlights. It's harder then it looks when you're put on the spot. It was a lot of fun!" (Looby donated back the monies she collected while in the Money Vault.)
(Above) David Bernreuter and Melissa Alex hold up the flag during a special tribute to the troops as Steel Wheels performed 'Angry American' by Toby Keith.
(Above) Event Organizers -- Wendy Dore, Doreable Entertainment and Bridget Looby, Catholic Federal Credit Union
(Above) Darrin Demott, President of D Street Entertainment
The Fundraiser benefited D Street Entertainment Foundation, Yellow Ribbon Guard and Area Family Charities.
"I can't think of a better way to support the community then an event like this," Demott said. "We are recording the show and then will re-broadcast it for the troops," Demott went on. "It will be a little piece of home for the troops."
Stayed Tuned to www.lastchoicecountry.com for a re-broadcast of the event.
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