Scotland families gathered on one of the first warm evenings of the year at the 850 Degrees Wood Fired Pizza Restaurant patio to enjoy a concert by Ridgefield singer/songwriter, and Scotland parent, Georgie Brennan on Friday, May 8.
Brennan is a frequent performer at 850 Degrees and often accompanies the monthly Scotland Spirit Day activities each month with parent Joy Alfieri.
Brennan said, “Scotland School is such a special place, with teachers, administrators, and families who do so much for the school. I wanted to do something as a token of thanks for our school community.” Larry Debany, owner of 850 Degrees, was on board with the idea and offered to donate 10% of all food and drink receipts on the night of the event to the Scotland PTA.
More than 200 people attended the event. Students, and some parents, donned their Scotland apparel to show their school pride. Scotland fifth grader Matthew Long described the evening: “It was a really enjoyable night. We ate a delicious dinner while listening to Mr. Brennan play.” His sister, second grader Makena Long, put it simply: “It was awesome!” Kindergartner Ryan Kuntz said, “It was a great show! I liked seeing my friends from Scotland and we all danced.”
A highlight for the students was singing the Scotland Spirit Day song, which Georgie Brennan composed, and forming a giant conga line during a medley cover of “Iko Iko” and “Jump in the Line.”
Brennan played two sets during the evening and included something for everyone. He played a few of his own songs that Ridgefielders know and love, such as “This Is My Ridgefield” and “Set on Gold — Tucker West.” He also played hits from the 60s through the 80s for the parents, as well as many contemporary covers that the students could recognize and sing.
At the end of the evening, 850 Degrees donated $800 to the Scotland PTA. Parent Michele Olbrys said, “What amazing Scotty School Spirit was on display at 850 Degrees on Friday night! It was great watching the kids have fun together while being mesmerized by Georgie Brennan’s songs! I’m so proud to be part of the Scotland community.”
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