Band Together 2008

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Band Together for SAFEchild May 10, 2008

On May 10th, 2008, Band Together executed it's mission: Raise Funds? Check! A BIG ONE that will be north of $100,000 to SAFEchild! Raise Awareness? Check - we were able to spread the SAFEchild gospel to thousands of potential volunteers, financial supporters, music lovers, and perhaps, some program participants. Raise the bar? CHECK! And we plan to top it at the next event.We knew we'd be entertained when we signed George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic with Hobex and Yo Momma's Big Fat Booty Band, but who knew we were in for such a fabulously feathered/sequined/diapered circus on stage. Click here for photos! Click here for videos!Credit and appreciation goes out to a lot of folks: Our hardworking Board and Steering Committees, the enthusiastic volunteers, the wonderful people of SAFEchild, and Band Together's lifeblood, our sponsors. Very importantly, Josie Reeves, event chair, is an amazing leader with the heart and soul needed to pull off this very successful event.We have made a friend in SAFEchild as well as set the stage for raising the bar even higher with the next event. This Brings our total funds given to charities in just 9 events to over $560,000!

Entertainment: George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic

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with HOBEX

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When:	Saturday, May 10th 7:00-11pm (Doors open at 6:00PM)
Where:	In front of Lincoln Theatre
Cost:	$22.50 advance. $27.00 day of. This is a 21+ event. Purchase Tickets Here Purchase VIP Tickets Here.

*Funkadelic-ish outfits strongly encouraged. Bring a blank check for our SILENT AUCTION which includes a Trek bicycle, George Clinton autographed merchandise, a a signed Hurricanes Jersey.Event Timeline:6:00 PM: Doors7:00 PM: HOBEX8:30 PM: George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic11:00 PM: Show ends outside. Special late night after party begins with Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band - all on a first come, first serve basis due to limited capacity. Inside Lincoln Theatre. Suggested Parking: Wilmington St. entrance to http://mclaurinparking.com/ralmap.pdf. Park in lot #16. There may be a fee for parking. Event 411: George Clinton is the greatest innovator of urban based soul, rock and funk. Born in Kannapolis, NC, George comes home when Band Together brings him and his collective to thrust energy and attitude into downtown Raleigh. The funky worm has turned with George back in control of creative output with his C Kunspyruhzy label and latest album "Take It to the Stage". George laughs, "I can't wait to grow this P-Funk thang all over again. I got the old roots with the live concerts and the new branches with the various band members, as well as my own solo projects." It's the best of ALL worlds- all worlds funky that is.Make May 10th a night to visit the intersection of funk music and local altruism. Cabarrus Street will be closed off for this Lincoln Theatre outdoor stage event, so dust off those glittery platform dancing boots and hot pink feather boas. Sponsors will get red carpet VIP treatment so don't be shy about stepping up a bit for the cause. Individual sponsorships begin with only a $125 contribution.Why all the hubbub?SAFEchild is the only local non-profit child abuse prevention agency in our area who works directly with families to prevent two of life's greatest tragedies; child abuse and neglect. SAFEchild, established in 1992 by the Junior League of Raleigh, is committed to eliminating child abuse in Wake County by helping adults and children create nurturing environments free from abuse and neglect. SAFEchild's professional staff empowers people to break or prevent the cycle of abuse in their lives and those of their loved ones by:

Reducing isolation and improving self-esteem
Improving the parenting skills of primary caregivers
Assisting individuals to make informed choices and exercise options around issues related to child-rearing for themselves and their children
Helping children learn how to identify abuse and seek help in s safe place
Raise community awareness about the importance of nurturing child-rearing

Through the implementation of ten child abuse prevention programs of excellence SAFEchild serves more than 650 parents and 5,000 children annually.For more information about how to help SAFEchild download this flyer here.Sponsors: