THICKE HAWKINS

Thicke Hawkins threw a bar-be-que last week to benefit the Sun Valley Horse Rescue Assn. They also performed a handful of songs from their latest release, The Return Of Thicke Hawkins. But the most entertaining part about this fun family event was that they did both at the same time. That's right. In between songs and even while singing, Thicke could be seen on stage, casually flipping pork ribs, tending the coals and slapping cheese on burgers as Harley and the boys jammed out. To the side of the stage, Harley Hawkins would frequently walk over to stir up his crock pot of award-winning 4 alarm chili. The food was gobbled up by hungry fans and supporters of this worthy cause. The music of Thicke Hawkins was a rare treat that helped make the afternoon a complete success. Bonnie Freeman, spokesperson for SVHR thanked the boys with big hugs and joined them on stage for a heart-warming county style rendition of the Bee Gee's song "To Love Somebody". There were a few tears but all were shed in the hopes that abandoned horses in the greater Los Angeles area would be saved from being put down. There has been a spike in abandoned horses due to the recent wildfires as well as the national housing collapse and economic downfall that have left many many equestrian families homeless; unable to board and feed them. Donations are always gratefully accepted and the people at SVHR thank those who came out to give a voice to those who cannot speak. - THE HORSE'S MOUTH