Whew! The guitar saga is over! Here is an overview:
  • Epiphone Lucille Guitar donated by the Gibson Foundation
  • Proceeds to support the local Blues For Youth
  • Many incredible musicians Signed the Guitar
  • At our November 11, 2006 show the Guitar was Raffled Off
  • Raffle winner, Doug Carroll, donated the guitar BACK TO THE SBBS!
  • At our January 27, 2007 show the Guitar was Auctioned Off
  • Winner Kami Williams is now the proud owner of said guitar (see below)
  • The Guitar is gone, Blues For Youth has prospered!


Auction Winner Kami Williams w/ Leo Schumaker

We are happy to report that our members made the Live Auction at the Membership Appreciation show on January 27 a rousing success with the guitar bringing in over $5,000 along with a number of other auction items. On behalf of the Blues For Youth program and youngsters who will benefit from it , our heartfelt thanks go out to those who purchased raffle tickets and the bidders at the auction.

Special Thanks Go Out To The Following

The Gibson Foundation - For making it all possible!
Doug Carroll - His generousity enhanced the Blues For Youth proceeds
Leo Schumaker - A man on a mission to get the guitar signed.
SBBS Volunteers - Without them the show could not go on.


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