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Families United in Newtown Annual Benefit Concert
- Families United in Newtown (F.U.N). is sponsoring their Annual Autism Awareness Benefit Concert and Dinner at Newtown Congregational Church, 14 West Street, Saturday, December 30 at 4 pm.
The concert theme “We Have a Voice,” will demonstrate the power of music as a form of communication featuring special guest and Connecticut’s own, Amanda Mammana.
At the age of 10, Amanda developed a stutter. Once an outgoing and social kid, she became quiet and reserved, always hesitant to speak for fear of rejection, misunderstanding or mockery. During this time, she found music, and it became her solace, a place of escape where notes and a melody could do the talking. While music eased the challenge of speaking, it didn’t erase it and Amanda continued to battle with feelings of doubt and insecurity as she grew up. After a particularly difficult summer, she turned to songwriting and there found the freedom to share her heart and her story, with the hopes of encouraging others in their own journey.
In 2022, Amanda appeared on season 17 of America’s Got Talent, making it all the way to the semifinals. She touched the hearts of millions with her powerful original, “Back to Life”, a song of gratitude for the challenges that have made her who she is today. As her stutter remains, Amanda finds her voice in music and she hopes that everyone who listens to her songs feels seen, heard, and known. Her main goal is to inspire and bring hope to the world and empower every person to not let challenges keep them from chasing their dreams.
In addition to Amanda, several local performers will be featured sharing their musical talents.
A reception with follow the concert in the Great Room featuring dinner from local restaurants, delicious desserts and more music. Gluten free items will also be available.
Tickets are available at Ticket Leap: https://bit.ly/FUNConcert23. Admission is $45/person and includes entertainment, dinner and dessert after the concert. Seating is limited. Donations are always graciously accepted on the F.U.N. website, ww.familiesunitedinnewtown.org or by mail (16 Walnut Tree Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06854).
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2122144-0
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2122144-2
