"Only in America!"
Concord to Hold Inaugural Ball January 17, 2008
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. IT WILL BE REPLACED BY THE LOCAL ENERGY-SAVING, WEATHERIZATION EVENT LISTED HERE.
The inaugural ball for Concord is the brainchild of Representative Cory Atkins (D-Concord). "When I tried to make hotel reservations in Washington, everything in D.C. was booked," said Representative Atkins. "It occurred to me then that it would be a lot more fun to organize a ball here in Concord." When she vetted the idea with several friends, it was received with great excitement.
"I think it's a great idea," said Rick Beinecke, a Concord political and community activist. "People from this area worked really hard devoting their weekends to going door-to-door in New Hampshire and many of their evenings to working phone banks. Everyone's in the mood to celebrate!" Beinecke exclaimed.
"This election represents more than just a victory for President-Elect Obama," said Roselee Wayman, an ardent Hillary Clinton supporter. "It has captured the imagination of people from all other the world. The symbolism reaffirms that anything is possible in the United States of America."
That is why Wayman, Beinecke and Atkins have focused on the theme of Only in America! "This is a powerful message of hope in these dire economic times. We want to share this enthusiasm with everyone," said Representative Atkins.
The ball will take place on January 17, 2009 and be held at the Concord Armory. The entertainment will feature the musical styling of the toe-tapping band "Eye to Eye". Dinner parties at private homes or discounted dinners at restaurants will precede the festivities at the Armory and the affair with be creative black tie. Ticket prices will be tiered so that the event will be affordable to all. Proceeds will be donated to a Concord charity. For more information, call 978-369-5299.
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