CC having a 'beach' of a time at The Garage, and thanks for a boffo benefit

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CC having a 'beach' of a time at The Garage, and thanks for a boffo benefit

Folks were kicking off their shoes and digging the sand (CC Bissett photo)

I cannot be more delighted with this surprise addition to the grounds at the Garage in Rochester NH. Thank You to the boys in charge for the sand. With the entertainment lineup planned, there is no doubt more people kicking off their shoes to dance this Summer!

But before we get to the great lineup for this weekend a special message from Texas Pete's Jerry Drouin regarding last Sunday's fund-raiser to help an infant who is very sick.

A message of thanks...."Once again I want to give a huge shout out to the residents of Rochester and the surrounding areas. You all really are the best! The benefit for Greyson last Sunday at the Garage at the Governor's Inn raised over $5,000! This was so needed and so greatly appreciated by Greyson's family.

Metal Heads at the Lilac Mall sponsored the event with a very generous donation. The American Legion and Rolling Smiles also made generous donations! All of you who came out to support the event and donated money, you are all so amazing! Heidi Peters worked the door and all the raffle sales by herself, on such a hot day with no breaks! She did an incredible job!

All the bands, Brian Munger, The Coolers, Mystik Angel (who donated a signed guitar by the band along with an amp, cord, picks, shot glasses etc, an entire package to be raffled off), Texas Pete, Louisiana Rain - A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and Rosie were all amazing!

Thanks to Mike Frampton and Travis Barton for sitting in contributing to the music. They all donated their time and talent. Jimmy and Al running sound and lugging gear on this hot day made everyone sound great!

Anthony at the Garage at the Governor's Inn who donated his venue for the event. He and his overworked incredible staff who normally have Sunday afternoons off for much needed rest. What a great day. I love this community of musicians, locals businesses and residents. The way everyone comes together to support those in need. And all of this through the toughest of times. I know these are a lot of words, but words cannot express how wonderful you all are. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!" Jerry Drouin (aka Texas Pete)

And now here's your lineup. Be sure to get out and about during this long Memorial Day weekend!

Thursday

3-Way at the Garage at the Governors Inn in Rochester NH, 7-10 p.m.

Pete Peterson at Lilac City Grille in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Tom Boisse at the 110 Grill in Rochester NH, 5-8 p.m.

Lewis Goodwin at T-Bones in Bedford NH, 6-8 p.m.

Friday

Bryan Govostes at Porters Pub in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Pete Peterson at Porters Pub in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Rosie will be at the Hawgs Pen Cafe in Farmington NH. Outdoor Stage 7-11 p.m.

Pub Pirates at the Garage at the Governors Inn in Rochester NH, 7-10 p.m. Blues and Rock

Henry Goodwin at Lilac City Grille in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Gabby Martin at Mitchell Hill BBQ in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Dancing Madly Backwards at the American Legion in Alton NH, 7-11 p.m.

Boyz Gone Wild at Iron Tails Saloon in Acton ME, 7-11 p.m. 80s tribute band

Barnstormers Music and Art returns to Charleez Hill in Lebanon ME for a weekend-long socially distanced celebration featuring camping, art, live music from many of our favorite local and regional bands and/or solo performers!

Saturday

Pete Peterson at Porters Pub in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Texas Pete Band at the Rochester American Legion 7-11 p.m. Nonmembers welcome.

Bad Penny at the Garage at the Governors Inn in Rochester NH, 7-10 p.m.

Lime & Coconuts at Lilac City Grille in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

High & Dry at Mitchell Hill BBQ in Rochester NH, 6-9 p.m.

Brian Munger at the Leavitt Theater in Ogunquit ME, 7-9 p.m.

Rosie at Bentley's Saloon in Arundel ME, 7-11 p.m. Outdoor Stage.

Lewis Goodwin Duo at the Portsmouth Gas Light in Portsmouth NH, 7:30-11 p.m.

Sunday

Double Take at Lilac City Grille in Rochester NH, 11a.m.-2 p.m.

Lewis Goodwin at the Cercle National Club in Manchester NH, 2:30-6 p.m.

Monday - Memorial Day

Texas Pete will be at Iron Tails in Acton ME, 1-5 p.m.