Veterans Memorial Park Fundraiser Dinner 2023
Special Musical Guest
Mac McAnally
JOIN US
FOR THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING
DINNER & CONCERT
Our fundraising dinner will be held at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola in Chipley Hall with our special celebrity guest Mac McAnally.
McAnally is the guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and is recognized by his notable credits in country music with songs cut by Alabama (“Old Flame”), Kenny Chesney (“Back Where I Come From”), Sawyer Brown (“All These Years”), Shenandoah (“Two Dozen Roses”) and many others.
Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.
JOIN US
FOR THE ANNUAL FUNDRAISING
DINNER & CONCERT
Our fundraising dinner will be held at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola in Chipley Hall with our special celebrity guest Mac McAnally.
McAnally is the guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and is recognized by his notable credits in country music with songs cut by Alabama (“Old Flame”), Kenny Chesney (“Back Where I Come From”), Sawyer Brown (“All These Years”), Shenandoah (“Two Dozen Roses”) and many others.
Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.
Award winning songwriter and 10 time Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association. website
Evening's Master of Ceremonies
Brent Lane
Guest Master of Ceremonies
Brent Lane
Brent Lane has been on air in Pensacola on the Cat Pak Morning Show since 2005. Believing in success through service, Brent works to serve Pensacola. He has served as the Master of Ceremonies for the King and Queen of Spain. He leads thousands of people in the Annual Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk. More than just the voice, Brent is actively involved in event planning and execution for these events. Brent is the current Vice Chair of the Visit Pensacola Board of Directors. The host of more than 30 Tourism Videos, Brent is a recognizable face of Pensacola locally and nationally.
Brent was the Country Music Association (CMA) Personality of the Year in 2022, and his radio station Cat Country 98.7 was CMA Station of the Year in 2017 and 2019. He was the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Personality of the Year in 2009 and 2019, and Cat Country was ACM Station of the Year in 2006, 2009, 2013, and 2020. Brent was the PACE Award recipient as Community Leader of the Year in 2020 and Professional Leader of the Year in 2013. He is the 2023 Best of the Coast Personality of the Year and Cat Country is the Station of the Year.
Guest Master of Ceremonies
Brent Lane
Brent Lane has been on air in Pensacola on the Cat Pak Morning Show since 2005. Believing in success through service, Brent works to serve Pensacola. He has served as the Master of Ceremonies for the King and Queen of Spain. He leads thousands of people in the Annual Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk. More than just the voice, Brent is actively involved in event planning and execution for these events. Brent is the current Vice Chair of the Visit Pensacola Board of Directors. The host of more than 30 Tourism Videos, Brent is a recognizable face of Pensacola locally and nationally.
Brent was the Country Music Association (CMA) Personality of the Year in 2022, and his radio station Cat Country 98.7 was CMA Station of the Year in 2017 and 2019. He was the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Personality of the Year in 2009 and 2019, and Cat Country was ACM Station of the Year in 2006, 2009, 2013, and 2020. Brent was the PACE Award recipient as Community Leader of the Year in 2020 and Professional Leader of the Year in 2013. He is the 2023 Best of the Coast Personality of the Year and Cat Country is the Station of the Year.
November 11th, Veterans Day, at the First Baptist Church of Pensacola.
A Celebration of Service Through Music, Art, & Laughter
This evening event will include the Presentation of Colors by the USMC Color Guard, dinner, a silent and live auction, then capping off a fantastic evening with a celebrity concert by Mac McAnally.
The evening will be MC'd by our very own Cat Country radio celebrity Brent Lane, CMA 2022 - Personality of the Year awardee! So join 300 of your friends and stand-by to be Entertained!
Dinner selections include a choice of Sliced Smoked Beef Brisket, Chicken with Lemon & Herbs, Crab & Shrimp Stuffed Salmon complimented with Roasted Red & Sweet Potatoes, and a Vegetable Medley.
Evening Agenda
- 1730 - Doors open & Silent Auction
- 1800 - Welcome, Color Guard, National Anthem, & Invocation
- 1815 - 1930 Dinner & Live Auction
- 1930 - 2100 Mac McAnally Concert
- 2100 Thank You Remarks
Cocktail Attire Suggested - Coat Required
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FOR THE READING
OF THE WALL
The 58,318 names engraved on the granite panels will be read aloud at the apex of The Wall South by community members, students, veterans and active duty personnel. This solemn process, which will begin on Saturday, November 5th, will continue daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Thursday, November 10 and will require over 1,200 volunteers.
To participate in the Reading, schedule a day and time by clicking the button below.
Mac McAnally Bio-Sketch - Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame
McAnally is the guitarist in Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band and is recognized by his notable credits in country music with songs cut by Alabama (“Old Flame”), Kenny Chesney (“Back Where I Come From”), Sawyer Brown (“All These Years”), Shenandoah (“Two Dozen Roses”) and many others.
Turning conversations into song is one of McAnally’s greatest gifts, one that led to his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2007. Two of the songs from Once in a Lifetime come from that era. He co-wrote “Good Guys Win” for the 2006 film, Hoot, and felt like its optimistic tone needed to be heard in this divided time. McAnally has won a record-setting 10 trophies as Musician of the Year from the Country Music Association.
Purchase tickets online by clicking the "Tickets" button below or send your check to Veterans Memorial Park Foundation, PO Box 12984 Pensacola, FL 32591-2984.
Click the link below to visit the Park's Fundraising Dinner & Concert event page on Facebook!
The Veterans Memorial Park Foundation of Pensacola invites active duty military personnel, veterans, families, and all community members to attend the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Park, scheduled for Saturday, November 11th. The Park opens and exhibits start at 9 a.m., and the ceremony starts at 11 a.m. Veterans Memorial Park is located at 200 S. 10th Avenue in Pensacola.
Part of the Week-in-the-Park Event Series
In conjunction with Foo Foo Fest, VeteransWeek, and the Gulf Coast Arts Festival activities, Veterans Memorial Park has coordinated a week of family-friendly fun including musical performances, local art, comedy acts, and community events all leading up to Veterans Day.
More special events are being added every week, so be sure to check the Week-in-the-Park Schedule so you don't miss out on the next big thing!
Special Thanks to Foo Foo Fest for making these events possible.
Media Inquiries: To arrange interviews or for more information, please contact Veterans Memorial Park Board Member and Public Relations Coordinator Rob Gregg at media@veteransmpf.org
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