CPCU & Food Bank of the Rockies

Dear Choral Union,
Our third rehearsal last Sunday night was our best yet -- I continue to be impressed with your commitment to learning our repertoire at such a rapid pace. Thank you again for your hard work.

Many of you have noticed the social justice theme running through much of our concert repertoire, especially in pieces like Famine Song, Children of Peace, and I Am Only One. I feel strongly that our time together this summer can make a real difference in the Denver community, in addition to the pure enjoyment of singing together. With this in mind, I am pleased to announce that all proceeds from our two concerts on August 10 & 12 will be donated to Food Bank of the Rockies.

The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies states: "We will end hunger by efficiently procuring and distributing food and essentials to people in need through our partner agencies in northern Colorado and Wyoming." The FBR website continues, "Even in this 'land of plenty' there are many people who don't have enough to eat. Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) strives to create a place for everyone at the table. In the area served by FBR over 450,000 people live in poverty and struggle to meet their basic food needs; over 151,000 of them are children. Hunger is especially hard on children, who make up 47% of our clients and must have proper nutrition to grow and learn. In today's uncertain economy, the need for food assistance continues to increase."

Tickets to our two concerts will be available to check out this Wednesday -- this is such an exciting opportunity to give the gift of song to our friends and family, and at the same time give the gift of food to members of our community. Let's plan to pack the houses on August 10 & 12!

Thanks to everyone who socialized after Sunday's rehearsal at Gelato d'Italia -- we had around 25 CPCU members drop by for gelato and fellowship!

Plan to drop in before rehearsal this Wednesday (6:00-6:45 p.m.) at the Smiling Moose Deli, located right across Colorado Blvd. from Christ Church. "Sandwiches should be fun."

Following rehearsal, plan to join the Choral Union at the Squealin' Pig (2700 E. 3rd Ave.) in Cherry Creek North. Another favorite from last season, the Squealin' Pig is one of Denver's best Irish pub experiences -- I hope that many of you will be able to join us for a pint (of water, of course) after rehearsal this Wednesday!

The Squealin' Pig is located at 2700 E. 3rd Ave. -- click here for a map with directions from Christ Church.