A series of shows to benefit those who lost their belongings, homes, and family in the recent Northampton fires.

[gorgeous watercolor of the helping hand of northampton by jedidiah mitchell]

Collections raised by these events will be deposited in the Northampton Neighbors Relief Fund– a fund that goes directly to the households effected by the fires. In addition to attending these events, please visit the Pioneer Valley Red Cross and Hampshire County Cares to learn about how you can give now.

These shows begin Saturday, January 9, 2010, at the Elevens in Northampton and end on February 6 at the Bishop’s Lounge. Please visit the venues page for more information on each show. See the artists page for a list of participating bands, musicians, comedians, designers, the lot of ‘em.

These shows are being organized by a small group of local musicians and citizens.