A highly regarded jazz pianist, Dave Kikoski emerged in New York jazz scene in 1980s and quickly established himself as a go-to performer working with top players like Roy Haynes, Bob Berg, Randy Brecker and many others. Kikoski is known for his adept post-bob style and spontaneous swinging play. As a leader, Kikoski has released 20 albums, including Presage with Eddie Gomez and Al Foster (1989) and Consequences featuring Jeff “Tain” Watts and Christian McBride (2015). His most recent two albums were released under High Note Records: Phoenix
“The brilliant playing of David Kikoski just smokes. His playing is sparkling.” – Chick Corea
Our 32nd straight monthly Red Cross Blood drive held at VFW Post 399 on Tuesday, February 21st had over 69 donors! The American Red Cross is facing the worst blood shortage in over a decade. The dangerously low blood supply can affect our local hospitals. Donating blood products is essential to community health and the need for blood products is constant. VFW Post 399 is hosting our next blood drive next month on Tuesday, March 14th 1-6pm. For an appointment, please visit www.redcrossblood.org – use sponsor code: VFWWestport or call 1-800-733-2767.
The Joseph J. Clinton VFW Post 399 is sincerely honored to be awarded the WWC Community Service Grant Award of $1000 in support of urgent building infrastructure improvements and community service.
The Community Service has been the trademark of the Westport Woman’s Club since its inception in 1907. Each year club members volunteer many hours to find the right balance between current needs within the local community, available funds, and the WWC mission. This year’s Community Service Grant recipients serve a variety of social needs including homelessness, family crises, and food insecurity.