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LA GRANGE – Saturday, March 25, was an unforgettable day and night for the Turtle Wing Foundation and the community.
A benefit concert was held at Holman Valley Steakhouse for the Turtle Wing Foundation. Turtle Wing Foundation Executive Director Destiny Psencik said she appreciated the generosity of steakhouse’s staff.
“When Wendee (owner of Holman Valley Steakhouse) approached us with the idea that herself, her staff, Curtis Grimes and his band wanted to host a benefit concert and donate proceeds to Turtle Wing, we did not expect the lengths they would go to in order to raise not only funds, but awareness of the work the foundation is doing,” Psencik said. “They went even further out of their way by doing an online auction and by including some of our Turtle Wing families, which truly made an impact on our families as well as the community.”
During the day, Holman Valley served 12 Turtle Wing families lunch in the dancehall, and Grimes and his band worked with the individuals on his latest song “Fishin’ in the Bay”, in preparation for their performance on the stage with him that evening. The foundation said Turtle Wing members got to play different instruments and sing their hearts out.
The evening started off with a performance by Zach Novak, who sang and played on his accordion and keyboard. Grimes and his band then took the stage, after leading the dancehall in prayer. When it was time, the Turtle Wing members took the stage.
The foundation said the evening was filled with laughter, love, and lots of singing and dancing.
The benefit concert raised $25,506 for Turtle Wing, including a generous match from doTerra Essential oils of $2,500, according to a release.
“When we brought the dancehall back to life six years ago, it was our intention to preserve the history in Holman and create a space that would continue to make lasting memories, said Wendee Galleymore, owner of Holman Valley Steakhouse.” This event was more than expected for many, including myself. From the kids to the donors and sponsors, and everyone that helped put this together, thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough! The memories will always be in my heart and all of those that were in attendance with us that night! What a spectacular day it was! Also, a special thanks to Heather, Patti, and Tory - this would not have happened without their countless hours of work.”
