Nipissing Country Music Association

Hope for us all

August 31st, 2009

You know, we always seem to hear and read news stories about the “bad” youth in our society. Wether it be stories about kids spray painting buildings or teenage parties or teens in fights or on drugs or getting arrested etc etc…It all seems a bit much at times and makes one wonder who’s hands we’re leaving our futures in.

Well let me tell you about Brooklyn Roebuck. Brooklyn was a contestant in the 12 and under Karaoke division of the Country Open Singing Contest this year. In amonst 18 other competitors in that category, Brooklyn was defintely a stand-out. A beautiful voice and poise for such a young lady. But Brooklyn stood out even more as it was announced that she won her division. Taking home a trophy and a cheque for 200 dollars. But that’s not the end of the story. Brooklyn stood out even more than that…because she didn’t take home both of her prizes. In fact Brooklyn gave back the cheque for 200 dollars to the Country Open committee saying she just enjoyed the experience of the competition and the joy of winning was just enough for her. She gave back the money to help out the competition which is solely run on donations and fundraisers.

So can we have faith in the youth of today? As long as there are more young people like Brooklyn Roebuck out there…we sure can.

To make a donation, for more information, help out with an event or enter the contest contact Harley at 474-0776 or by email at harleyrenaud@hotmail.com

"This Country Singing Contest is known as one of the best in Ontario and we want to keep our reputation. We've had people come here from all parts of Ontario," Renaud said.

Application forms to compete in the contest are also available at CKAT, Best Western North Bay and through members of the Nipissing Country Music Association.


	Summer and Singing (Highlights) August 17th, 2009 There’s something about summer that makes you wanna roll the windows down and sing at the top of your lungs…or go to a festival with a lawn chair, plunk yourself down and enjoy the entertainment on stage. Your last chance to do that this summer in North Bay is coming up at the end of August. I think it’s one of the best ways to enjoy your favourite country music sung by some possible future superstars The Country Open Singing Contest is all set to go again this year at Lee Park on August 28, 29 and 30th. I think it’s the BEST weekend for country music fans. So please bring your lawn chairs, your picnic blankets, your water bottles, your umbrellas(just in case), and please feel free to sing along and cheer on your favourites. I know I will…We’ll see you there! Belanger Blog Hope for us all August 31st, 2009 You know, we always seem to hear and read news stories about the “bad” youth in our society. Wether it be stories about kids spray painting buildings or teenage parties or teens in fights or on drugs or getting arrested etc etc…It all seems a bit much at times and makes one wonder who’s hands we’re leaving our futures in. Well let me tell you about Brooklyn Roebuck. Brooklyn was a contestant in the 12 and under Karaoke division of the Country Open Singing Contest this year. In amonst 18 other competitors in that category, Brooklyn was defintely a stand-out. A beautiful voice and poise for such a young lady. But Brooklyn stood out even more as it was announced that she won her division. Taking home a trophy and a cheque for 200 dollars. But that’s not the end of the story. Brooklyn stood out even more than that…because she didn’t take home both of her prizes. In fact Brooklyn gave back the cheque for 200 dollars to the Country Open committee saying she just enjoyed the experience of the competition and the joy of winning was just enough for her. She gave back the money to help out the competition which is solely run on donations and fundraisers. So can we have faith in the youth of today? As long as there are more young people like Brooklyn Roebuck out there…we sure can. To make a donation, for more information, help out with an event or enter the contest contact Harley at 474-0776 or by email at harleyrenaud@hotmail.com "This Country Singing Contest is known as one of the best in Ontario and we want to keep our reputation. We've had people come here from all parts of Ontario," Renaud said. Application forms to compete in the contest are also available at CKAT, Best Western North Bay and through members of the Nipissing Country Music Association. The Nipissing Country Music Association will be holding a golf tournament on June 03, 2012 at Osprey Golf Course as a fundraiser for the Country Singing Contest. Entry is $100.00 per person. For more details, contact Harley @ 705-474-0776.

Summer and Singing (Highlights)

Hope for us all