Third Generations Concert March 28 at Lynn University

By Skip Sheffield

The third annual Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. concert, entitled “Some Enchanted Evening” and starring The Temptations Review featuring Dennis Edwards will be held starting 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 28 at the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University. The show, which raises money for musical instruments and education, will also feature local talent. Boca Raton resident Michaela Paige, who performed in season three of “The Voice,” will sing. Double Trouble, consisting of Delray Beach twin brothers Rashad and Tashad Gardenhire, and Sons of Mystro, consisting of Malcolm and Umoja McNeish, will also perform.

Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. was formed in 2008 by the late Nat King Cole’s two youngest children: twin sisters Timolin and Casey Cole of Boca Raton. The 501 © 3 non-profit organization has raised more than $500,000 and benefitted more than 7,000 children with “the greatest need and fewest resources.” Both Boca Raton Middle School and Boca Raton Community High School have received funding from Nate King Cole Generation Hope, as has Plumosa Elementary School of the Arts in Delray Beach and the Youth Orchestra of Palm Beach County.

“Our family history is one of musical excellence and charitable giving,” stated Timolin Cole. “Our father was a trailblazer in the music industry. Our mother Maria sang with Duke Ellington and was known for supporting multiple causes throughout her life.”

For the past two summers Generation Hope has sponsored a Summer Strings program for Title 1 Palm Beach County Schools at Lynn University.

“Lynn University has been a wonderful partner for us,” said Casey Cole. “We are excited to be back at the beautiful Wold Performing Arts Center.”

Last year Casey and Timolin’s famous older sister Natalie performed at Lynn University. Natalie has again been invited to participate, if her schedule permits.

“Natalie goes way back with Dennis Edwards,” adds Timolin. “He was the lead singer on The Temptations 1969 hit Cloud 9, which won a Grammy Award. He has a Lifetime Achievement Award. Natalie has performed and toured with him.”

VIP tickets, with premiere seating, private meet-and-greet and open bar at the pre-concert reception, are $350.  Donor tickets with priority seating and open bar at the pre-concert reception are $150. General admission tickets with cash bar are $75.

Call 561-213-8209 or go to natkingcolegenhope.org