Help The Hungry / Rock The Vote
One of my former high school teachers is running for mayor of Biddeford, my hometown. I really wanted to help him out because I feel like he’s the best candidate for the job. His name is Alan Casavant and he truly loves Biddeford and wants to see it thrive.
I was coming back from a day visit to Long Island, Maine (not New York. Yes, there is a Long Island in Maine). On my boat ride I was checking Facebook, as much as I hate to admit it. I saw that Cas (one of Alan’s many nicknames given to him by his students) had posted on Facebook, and it hit me: let’s have a concert for Cas and his campaign!
I sent out a couple emails and less than a week later, the entire event was planned. I love it when things like this happen. What started out as a benefit concert for Cas has turned into something even more than that. While touring the venue where the concert’s being held, Cas decided to turn the event into a way to help the hungry by asking for canned goods to be donated to the local food pantry in Biddeford.
I’m so proud that Canary is a part of this event. This is my first non-school show in my hometown. If you’re in the area, even if you’re not a Biddeford citizen, please come check it out. Canary’s not the only act on the bill. Along with us is the amazing Joe Boucher, a longtime family friend and stellar musician. He’ll be doing some music from his Piano Men - the Music of Elton and Billy project. You may know him from the band the Frotus Caper from a few years ago. I may be sitting in on his set - not that that means anything. Just a fun fact.
So that’s that. I really hope to see you there and here’s all the information you need:
What: Help The Hungry / Rock The Vote - Concert For Cas
Who: Canary and Joe Boucher
Where: North Dam Mill, 2 Main Street, Biddeford Maine
When: Friday, September 23 8PM to 11PM
Cover charge: FREE! All we ask is for a non-perishable good or two (preferably peanut butter, marshmallows, cream of broccoli soup, saltines, or tomato soup)
