When: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, May 25 Where: SCPL’s Outdoor Plaza What’s happening: Free concert by Colton Chapman from noon - 1:30 p.m.; bring your own chairs and be prepared for any weather! Food provided by: Southwestern FFA
This all-day event, made possible by SCPL’s Friends of the Library, is the kick-off of a collection drive to benefit Operation Gratitude. The Genealogy & History Department will be gathering approved wish list items and handmade gifts until July. Our efforts will culminate in a Care Kit assembly event, after which the kits will be shipped to Operation Gratitude headquarters to be added to official Care Packages for new recruits, deployed troops, first responders, and veterans.

Colton Chapman's Bio: Colton Chapman, born and raised in Shelby County, is a newcomer to the country music scene. Self taught, his style resonates with fans of stripped down vocals and humble story telling. His own musical story began with a guitar bought from a pawn shop down the road. After several years of playing with friends for fun, he has realized that music has become a passion to pursue. He has recently played at several local venues and on the radio. Chapman also posts original songs regularly to social media sites. From his roots in the rural Midwest have sprung several original songs that have hit home for many of his supporters.