COMING TO TOWN -- The "Manhattan Dolls," a "swing style female vocal trio," will perform a concert in Athol on Sunday, Aug. 16 from 2-4 p.m. at Athol High School. Pictured, the trio stands in front of Memphis Belle.
ATHOL - The New York City-based "Manhattan Dolls," a swing-style female vocal trio, are coming to Athol. Performing in the style of The Andrews Sisters, The Manhattan Dolls will be bringing the memorable music of the 1940s to the Athol High School Auditorium, on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 2-4 p.m.
Come hop aboard the "Chattanooga Choo Choo" as The Manhattan Dolls take you on a "Sentimental Journey" singing the timeless classics of "the greatest generation." In classic USO fashion, The Dolls will also perform a tribute to all the brave men and women who have served in the military.
The Manhattan Dolls have been performing both nationally and internationally for war veterans, personnel on active duty and their families, and at private events since 2008. With precision choreography and beautiful harmonies, they will transport you back to the days of polka dot dresses and of longing for loved ones overseas.
This concert is being sponsored by the Athol Veterans Park Development Corporation (AVPDC), a 501C non-profit organization. Bill Purple, a Petersham-based WWII Veteran and President of the AVPDC is the motivation behind this concert as this music brings back many special memories for him.
The AVPDC was formed in 1998 by Purple, Alan Bowers and Connie Zani, for the initial purpose of building the Athol Veterans Park at the corner of Main and Exchange streets. Over a period of several years, the AVPDC raised more than $300,000 through fundraising activities and private donations, built the Park, and subsequently donated it to the town.
The AVPDC has also paid tribute to our veterans by running the Operation Kimbolton Event at the Orange Airport in 2012 and 2013 featuring WWII aircraft belonging to the Collings Foundation. Recently, the AVPDC made a $1,000 donation to the Athol Flagpole replacement project.
General admission tickets are now on sale for this concert at the following locations: The Petersham Country Store in Petersham, Flowerland in Athol, Trail Head in Orange or by emailing dollsconcert@gmail.com. Proceeds from the show will go to the AVPDC and will be used for future events honoring area veterans.
Find them on Facebook at "Manhattan Dolls Concert - Athol 2015" for the latest information about the Athol concert. To learn more about The Manhattan Dolls and hear their music, go to www.themanhattandolls.com. For questions or further information, contact Cindy or Chuck Hartwell on 978-544-5783.
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