Talented musicians help out rink project

Lesley Merrigan | Nov 18, 2015

When Stephen Francis heard that there was an ice rink project being considered in Central Frontenac, he immediately wanted to help. Stephen (better known as Franny), is the front man for a musical group called BCR. He is also part of a duo that brings local musicians into the limelight through social media and You Tube. Together with musician, Steve Beebee, they form "Franny & Beebz In the Breezeway" which is a weekly musical video show that allows area musicians to play a few tunes and talk to the guys about their love of music, and theinterview is broadcast via YouTube to Facebook and beyond. Not long ago, Central Frontenac's own Riley Merrigan was asked to visit the Breezeway after a performance at the Hollyrood Jamboree. The interview was recorded and has been shared multiple times on Facebook and email. And that's how Franny & Beebz made it to Central Frontenac!

Now Stephen and Steve and a collection of the talented musicians that they have interviewed and or performed with on the Breezeway, are loading a bus starting in Port Hope and heading to the Oso Hall to play a dance in support of the Rink Project. These guys and their talented friends play everything from Hank Williams to Travis Tritt to Rolling Stones and just the right mix for a wonderful evening of dancing. Saturday November 21 at 8 pm the fun will begin. This is a licensed event so you must be 19 years old to attend. District #3 Rec Committee want to extend our thanks to all the musicians coming to the hall on Saturday as well as to all the fantastic support we have received from our community. Looking forward to seeing many two steppers out on Saturday night. Also a reminder of the Open Mic in support of the rink project on the same day at the Legion from 1 to 4pm.