Two of Castlemaine’s community groups are joining together for the first time to present a fundraising event – Rock for a Reason.
Castlemaine Safe Space (CaSS) is a non-clinical drop-in space for anyone in emotional distress or experiencing loneliness or suicidal thoughts. Community designed and led, and staffed by trained peer volunteers with lived experience, the Safe Space has been operating in Castlemaine for four years, and has supported hundreds of individuals in need.
Mount Alexander Shire Accommodation and Respite Group is an independent group of parents, carers and community members working to address the accommodation needs for adults with intellectual disabilities in the Castlemaine area. They own Melissa Court, a short-term respite house in Castlemaine, which is operated by Bendigo based Amicus Community Services.
CaSS Working Group member Helen Dewhurst said they were looking forward to the event.
“It will be such a fun night, with music and dancing, and the knowledge you are supporting local need.”
The event will take place on Saturday July 4 at the Shedshaker Taproom and showcases two local bands.
Jet Set is a Castlemaine based four-piece band playing Chart Toppers from the 60s and beyond. Jet Set will be performing, pop, rock, country, soul and funk.
Featuring David Silvagni (Tyquins Lane, The Blackouts and more) on percussion and vocals, Chris Imfeld (jazz combo Vested Interest, All That Jazz, Serenada and Maine Course) on bass, Lachie Walter (Der Brains, The Dank and more) on saxophones, and finally Steve Walter (Wizzpoppa, The Blackouts) on guitar and vocals.
Also playing are the Bob Wills’ Poor Relations.
Bob Wills was an American musician, songwriter and bandleader and considered by music authorities as the founder of Western swing.
The Castlemaine band started in 2020 and now comprises experienced musos Valerie Colyer, John Ross, Brian Paulusz, Helen Dewhurst and ‘Wallace White’, who together play a variety of songs including Mack the Knife and Cow Cow Boogie.
Chris Jameson who MC’d the very successful CaSS music fundraiser last year will be the MC.
All funds raised will go directly to Castlemaine Safe Space and MASARG, helping to keep these two important community organisations running.
The night runs from 7pm-10pm, and tickets $20 full price, $15 concession. For tickets visit www.trybooking.com/DMSTT
