June 19th will see a series of 32 gigs being held across the length and breadth of the island of Ireland in the space of seven days for a very special cause. Jarrah Folkman is a happy, bright and loving five year old boy from Cootehill, Co. Cavan who was born in 2011 with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, CVI Blindness and Refractory Epilepsy.
Jarrah’s father Ben, through his love and passion for music launched ‘Jammin for Jarrah’ as the primary fundraiser for Jarrah’s cause. Ben and six friends will embark on an epic musical journey on Sunday the 19th of June around the 32 Counties of Ireland playing 32 gigs in just 7 days, aiming to play in one social club or popular spot in every county in Ireland. They hope to delight each town with their raw talent building awareness and raising money for such a wonderful, deserving little boy.
Having a child with severe neurological and physical limitations has been extremely challenging for the family but now that Jarrah is getting older it’s becoming intensely more of a challenge. As Jarrah grows, his parents will struggle to safely lift him into the car seat, the bath and up the stairs – everyday tasks that most parents take for granted. Having the correct equipment is crucial for Jarrah as it would provide him with comfort and opportunities to live a full life.
Wicklow can expect to see this exciting gig on Friday June 24th at the Greystones Meridian Shopping Centre.
It is set to be busking bonanza of singsongs, guitars and even some cowboy hats! Local musicians in every county are invited to join the lads for a jam. Jarrah will stay home with his loving mother, Elysha and his little sister Aria as his father rocks out.
The Grand Final C0ncert will take place in Errigal Country House Hotel in Cootehill, Co. Cavan at 8pm on the 25th of June. A raffle and auction will take place there and prizes include items such as a guitar signed by Def Leppard, a current Republic of Ireland signed jersey, a signed Leinster jersey and a signed Manchester United programme from Roy Keane’s last every game.
People can find out more and donate online ar www.32gigs.com and on the Facebook page ‘Jammin for Jarrah’.
