July 21, 2006

When CCC president Simon Garber learned that Piano C. Red, a legendary Chicago blues musician and a CCC driver, had been shot by a robber who also stole his car, Simon was determined to help. As Red’s rehab proceeded, Simon prepared a reconditioned taxi to replace the car and help Red’s Flat Foot Boogie Band carry heavy equipment to jobs. And Simon gave Red paratransit vouchers, so he could arrange rides to band dates.

It all came together at the CCC barn on July 21, when Simon presented the car and vouchers to Red and the Flat Foot Boogie Band, and the group responded with a rousing blues concert!

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