Bands Wanted for Epic Battle

A rocking new event is coming to the County—an employee Battle of the Bands. The friendly contest will be held this fall and musicians of all genres are wanted. It will be a good time for a good cause, part of our campaign supporting the March of Dimes.

Here’s how it will work: Solo acts or bands, consisting of at least one County employee, must submit an application to compete by Oct. 2. No Milli Vanilli-like lip syncing or karaoke allowed—only actual musical performers need apply. These letters of interest should include a bio and sound or video clips – either files or links to the music online. Email them to your group staff officer: CSG – Janice Downs, FG3 – Carl Smith, HHSA – Christi Knight, LUEG –Conor McGee, or PSG – Marc Regier.

The group offices will select one act to represent each of the five County groups. So apply now to snag that coveted spot to represent your group.

Bands selected to fight for the musical supremacy will be announced in early October, giving them plenty of time to practice for the big show.

The live showdown will be held at the County Operations Center Nov. 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will also be streamed live on InSite.

But this is more than a competition. The Battle of the Bands will give a boost to our year-long effort to raise money for the March of Dimes, a nonprofit organization that funds research and programs to improve the health of mothers and babies.

Fundraising starts now and will continue when the performers are announced. Donations can also be made the day of the live event, where the audience can stuff cash offerings into boxes.

Each band will play one song for the audience. The top two entertainers will then perform a second song. There will be top prizes for the act that raises the most money and for the crowd favorite. They could be one and the same.

So tune up and turn in your application. And mark your calendar to hear the talents of your co-workers. The Battle of the Bands is in a few short weeks. See you there!