Get Ready to Rumble Mark your calendars! Saturday, April 12, a battle is coming to the Caradoc Community Centre in Mount Brydges. Five local bands will perform one after the other, putting all they have into being crowned the “Ultimate Retro Rockers.” The Caradoc Home & School Association (CHSA) is organiz - ing this iconic event to raise money to upgrade Caradoc Public School’s sound system. CHSA is a volunteer organization com - prised of parents and school staff that supports extracurricular activities for students by coordinating events and fundraising. When the school performed its first live theatre production last year, it realized the need to upgrade the sound system, including several new microphones, amps, and other technology to help improve the sound. “What better way to raise money for theatre than with some fan - tastic musical talent,” explains Sheri Faccenda, Executive Fund - raising Chair for CHSA. “We wanted to do something big and different from the usual galas and golf tournaments.” Things came together quickly in October 2024 when Sheri be - gan organizing the event. “Before I knew it, I had five bands committed to performing and collaborating on the planning. The home and school community of volunteers are so excited to help with this event. It couldn’t happen without them!” Sheri adds that CHSA has secured several sponsors for the event, including the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc through their Com - munity Events Program, Orchard Clothing Co., Strathroy Forest of Flowers and Burd-Kroft Propagation Inc. “We’d like to thank all our sponsors. Your support helps our idea come to life!” Funds for the new sound system will come primarily through tick - et sales. There will be a cash bar and pizza by the slice, chips, and pop for sale. The event is for those 19 and older. “Theatre opens up an alternative way of learning, from audition - ing, backstage production work, to audio video assisting and much more,” adds Sheri. “When the community supports such a worthy cause, we all benefit. It’s a great way to get people out and together, sharing a fun experience.” The show promises high energy from the first note to the last, with music spanning the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. If you’re 19 or older, get ready to rumble on the dance floor at the Caradoc Community Centre, 565 Lions Park Drive, Mount Brydges, Sat - urday April 12. The show starts at 7 pm. Tickets are $30 plus tax on Eventbrite www.CHSA-BOTB.eventbrite.ca. Check out the five bands answering the battle cry: Mirror Moves
Stay Off The Grass This group of close friends play a sound that’s characterized by a mix of energetic rhythms and catchy melodies. Wait until you hear sounds of CCR, Neil Young and Pearl Jam come from this group! Band Members: Kasey McNaughton, Andrew Hopgood, Geoff
Craig, Amer Djulbic, Derek Carter Photo courtesy of Stay off the Grass Insomniax This trio of old friends with a shared love of music is all about fun and en - ergy. If you love Green Day and the Beach Boys, wait until you hear these guys! Band Members: Kris Gear, Jody Pin - This four-piece punk rock band will belt out the songs you know but with their own twist. With the sounds of The Clash, Van Morrison and The Chicks, they are sure to get your body moving! Band Members: Jay Rutherford, Steve Kent, Cal Hill, Bruce Locke Photo courtesy of The Strands Loaded Dice This exciting Rock 'n’ Roll cover band is a mash-up of a business owner, stay-at-home dad, contractor and a radio personality: four guys who will have you grooving to Guns N' Roses, Billy Joel, and many others. combe, Patrick McLaughlin Photo courtesy of Insomniax The Strands Band Members: Chris Soares, Motley Moner, Alper Tabakcilar, Ivan Catojo Photo courtesy of Loaded Dice
This band will play your popular clas- sic rock, dance, and even some not- so-common but recognizable tunes. Get ready for the sounds of R.E.M., Stevie Wonder, Joe Cocker and more! Band Members: Brad McClelland, Jordan Isaac, Mark Kropka, Eddie Fernandes, Grant Peel Photo courtesy of Warren Stinson
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