RTP-area local music and culture

[skilletx AT nc.rr.com]

It's not about getting your money's worth, asshole, it's about helping
the folks that have lost most everything.
What the fuck is wrong with you?

Skillet Gilmore



sincerequestioner AT yahoo.com wrote:
> Rose Ann wrote:
> > http://www.bandtogethernc.org/
> >
> > Specifics:
> >
> >
> > When: Sunday September 25th 2PM until 11PM. Yes, 9+ hours of
> > entertainment.
> >
> > Where: Lincoln Theatre
> >
> > Bands: Chip Robinson and the Anti Carpetbaggers League, Six String
> > Drag, Arrogance, Tres Chicas, Patty Hurst Shifter, The Woods, $2
> > Pistols, Hobex, The Greatest Hits, Los Pelones, Watershed, The Bleeding
> > Hearts, Rob Watson, The Cartridge Family
> > (schedule)
> >
> > How much: $17 preshow. $20 at the door. Strongly Suggested: Canned Food
> > Donations
> >
> > Where can I purchase tickets: Lincoln Theatre
> >
> > Where can I donate more or become a sponsor with VIP perks because this
> > effort is right on: Tickets/Donation Page
> >
> > What are perks for sponsors: Sponsorships included tickets, food, beer,
> > feel good.
> >
> > What is the cause: Proceeds will benefit The Food Bank of Eastern and
> > Central NC. The Food Bank will directly disburse food to Gulf Coast
> > victims as well as evacuees displaced in The Triangle. $1 raised = $10
> > worth of food donated.
> >
> > Is my contribution tax deductible: Band Together NC is an officially
> > recognized 501(c)3 charitable organizations. Everything over the actual
> > ticket price is 100% tax deductible/
> >
> > Want to Volunteer: email volunteer AT bandtogethernc.org
> >
> > Mission: Band Together's mission is to raise funds and awareness for
> > select charities through events that showcase and support musical
> > talent.
> >
> > More information: www.bandtogethernc.org or email us at
> > info AT bandtogethernc.org.
> >
> > Why: The magic of New Orleans, the beauty of the Louisiana swamps and
> > the tranquility of the Mississippi and Alabama countryside are mere
> > memories. Homes and businesses are destroyed, and families are torn
> > apart. It is clear that this country is going to have to take in a
> > large number of displaced people, for a time yet to be determined.
> > After basic needs (food, water, medicine) are taken care of, there are
> > going to be a whole lot of people who will want somewhere more
> > permanent to stay than Houston's Astrodome. With your ticket purchase
> > and support, together, we will make a difference.
>
> I haven't heard of 1/2 the bands, and the other half are loser bands
> that play down at Sadlack's.  That sponsorship 'thingy' is just another
> hook to try to weasel some more money out of people.  I SINCERELY doubt
> that you would be getting your money's worth out of it.
>
> SincereQuestioner
>
> a.m.c-h added in case those people don't go out to t.g.  They might
> want to be knowing about this event!