ARLINGTON, VA (Jan. 14, 2009)--The band Low Stars (accompanied by musicians Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham) will be in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19 & 20, 2009, for a series of special events to help CrisisLink launch the Friend campaign. The Friend campaign encourages individuals and organizations throughout the community to pledge to be a friend when someone they know is facing a hard time and give the number, or make the call to 1-800-273-TALK. Free and confidential help is available 24/7.
Mon., Jan. 19, 8 p.m.
Concert - Amazing Evening with Low Stars & Friends
What: Low Stars Chris Seefried and Dave Gibbs are joined by Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham for a Pre-Inauguration performance not to be missed! Local favorite Luke Brindley will open the show.
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center's Sprenger Theatre, 1333 H St. NE, Washington, DC 20002
Price: Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door
How to Purchase: http://atlasarts.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=170714
Tues., Jan. 20, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Performance - Low Stars & Friends @ Good Stuff Eatery
What: Top Chef 4 Contestant Spike Mendelsohn and his restaurant Good Stuff Eatery host a special daytime performance by Low Stars and Friends Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham to promote the Friend campaign. Stop by to meet the band and learn more about the Friend campaign.
Where: Good Stuff Eatery, 303 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC
Price: Free performance
Tues., Jan. 20, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Performance - All American Inaugural Ball
What: The All American Inaugural Ball has named CrisisLink an official charity and will feature a special performance by Low Stars & Friends (Jay Nash and Counting Crows David Immergluck and Charlie Gillingham) to highlight the Friend campaign.
Where: Westin DC City Center Hotel, 1400 M St. NW, Washington, DC 20005
Price: SOLD OUT Details: http://www.allamericanball.com/entertainment.html
Additional details on the Friend campaign can be found in our Electronic Press Kit or by contacting us by e-mail or at 703-516-6768.
Why the Friend Campaign?
In these times of economic turmoil, information overload, and round-the-clock stress, many people feel more isolated than ever. Despite being available 24/7, we often feel disconnected, facing fears and painful times alone. Stress, anxiety, depression, and even suicide are taking their toll on youth and people of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds.
More people die by suicide than by homicide in the U.S. Depression and suicide are serious concerns in our region and across the nation. More than 45 million Americans will suffer from clinical depression at some point in their lives, and an estimated 30% of all clinically depressed individuals attempt suicide. In the United States, suicide is the 3rd leading cause of death for youth aged 15 to 24, the 2nd leading cause for college aged youth, and the 11th leading cause of death overall.
But often all it takes is hearing a caring voice to remind people there is a way through these challenging times. CrisisLink offers a way to connect with someone who will listen with compassion and understanding 24/7. CrisisLink gives people the support they need to get through tough times, and helps save lives and prevent tragedies every day.
By pledging to be a friend, people are making the commitment to reach out and help a friend in need or to make the call themselves in a time of crisis.
For those needing someone to talk to, or for friends worried about someone and trying to figure out what to do, a free and confidential service is available 24/7. Simply call 1-800-273-TALK and you will be connected to someone who can help.
CrisisLink answers calls to 1-800-273-TALK made from Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, and provides back-up service for our six state region. Calls made from other parts of the country are routed to the nearest accredited crisis center participating in the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Network. CrisisLink's Hotline can also be reached by calling 703-527-4077.
Visit friendcampaign.org to take the pledge today and to learn more about how you can help a friend in need and support CrisisLink or your local crisis center. Note: the friendcampaign.org web site will launch on Jan. 19. Note: The www.friendcampaign.org web site will go live Jan. 19, 2009.
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