Flood relief benefit concert

The Clarksville Area Chamber of Commerce has organized a benefit concert to assist the victims of the recent flood. “People Helping People” will take place Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 from 4:00 pm until 9:30 pm at Beachaven Winery & Vineyards. The concert is free and open to the public, however donations are welcome.

“Clarksville is a great community but in times of hardship, that is when we really start to shine,” says James Chavez, President and CEO of the Economic Development Council. “Neighbors are supporting each other, strangers are coming to the rescue and people are helping people. That’s what Clarksville is all about.”

Clarksville native Tina Brown will be the host for the evening. Ms. Brown has performed at many local venues including Rivers & Spires Festival, Riverfest and Beachaven Winery’s own Jazz on the Lawn. The entertainment line-up also includes: Cindy McElroy, Kristie Sibley, Syd Hedrick & the Blues News and Storm. The Tina Brown Band will be the headliner for the evening. Theresa Harrington, Executive Director of the Clarksville-Montgomery County Convention & Visitors Bureau, is so thankful for the overwhelming support of this project. “All of the entertainers and volunteers who were contacted to participate were so enthusiastic and glad to help. Of course, we could not do it without Beachaven Winery and their support as well.”

A percentage of all food and wine sales will go towards the relief fund, along with the donations people make throughout the evening. The wine will be provided by Beachaven Winery. Food will be prepared by the Downtown Clarksville Kiwanis and Prudential Professionals Reality. Chamber members are encouraged to attend and support their local business partners.

Beachaven Winery is located at 1100 Dunlop Lane in Clarksville. For more information on this or other events please visit www.clarksvillecvb.com. For more information on flood recovery, including how you can participate in the recovery efforts, visit www.clarksvillemontgomerycountyrecovery.com.