Showdown is an opportunity to support the Sanford Backpack Program

By Madison Osborne, STAFF WRITER

October 15, 2024

Sanford, MAINE – Get ready for a night of fun, music, and friendly competition at the Sanford Backpack Program’s “Lip Sync Showdown!” Be at the Sanford Performing Arts center this Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m.

All proceeds directly support The Sanford Backpack Program, which is dedicated to providing food to local students facing food insecurity. Each week, the program sends backpacks filled with nutritious, easy-to-prepare meals home with children to ensure they have access to food over the weekend. Your support of the Sanford Lip Sync Showdown will help ensure no child in our community goes hungry.

There’s still time to join in on the fun! Teams and organizations interested in performing can register by contacting Brett Williams at bwilliams@sanford.org.
Ticket Information:

• Adults: $20
• Students (High School & Younger): $15

For more details and to purchase tickets, visit SanfordPAC.org.

Some groups to look forward to include, the Sanford City Council, Sanford Police Department, Sanford Fire Department, Sanford-Springvale Rotary Club, Maine Attraction Water Ski Show Team, Sanford High School, Margaret Chase Smith School PTA, Jazz Tappin’ Dance Academy, Northern Explosion Dance Studio, Kiwanis Club of Sanford, SHS Football Team, SHS Field Hockey Team, and the Sanford Regional Technical Center.

Concessions will be available during the performance, goodies like; blondies, brookies, popcorn, and other fun things.

Ayn Hanselmann, a board member of the Sanford Backpack Program, shared her enthusiasm for the event, stating: “We can’t wait to see these local groups go head-to-head in some fun rivalries, all for a great cause. It’s going to be a night to remember, and the best part is that every dollar raised will help students right here in our community.”