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Marcia and Kori Withers Grandma’s Hands

Austin Tang — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 21:35:31 +0000

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New children’s book “Grandma’s Hands” is based on Bill Withers’ timeless, universal song of the same name. The stunning 32-page picture book brings “Grandma’s Hands” to life with vivid, emotive illustrations depicting a young Bill finding comfort and unconditional love in his grandmother’s care. It’s a universal message highlighting the impact our elders have on shaping who we become. With Illustrated artwork from African American multiple-award-winning illustrator R. Gregory Christie, “Grandma’s Hands” is published by Black-owned independent company, Freedom Three Publishing. The book retails for $18.99 and is available for purchase on

Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Grandma’s Hands Book among other outlets.

Bill Withers was a legendary American singer-songwriter and musician. He is known for such hit songs as “Ain’t No Sunshine,””Lean On Me,” Just The Two Of Us,” “Lovely Day,” and more. He has received numerous awards in his lifetime and won three Grammy Awards. In 2005, Withers was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and in 2015, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

– Click here to watch the Sony Music Official Animated Video companion for “Grandma’s Hands” performed by Bill Withers and daughter, Kori Withers.

– Click here to watch the Playing for Change: Live Outside Concert of Kori Withers & Friends. Kori Withers performs several of her father’s timeless classics, embodying the deep connection she shares with these beloved songs

Book Synopsis

“Grandma’s Hands” is a timeless, universal song originally featured on Bill Withers’ 1971 album, Just As I Am. With soulful lyrics, the song captures the significant impact that Withers’ grandmother had on his life as a child. Multiple award-winning artist R. Gregory Christie has brought the iconic song to life through vibrant illustrations, painting a tender portrait of Bill’s grandmother. Through the illustrations, readers are transported back in time to experience the comfort, security, and unconditional love that he found in his grandmother’s hands. A heartwarming tribute to the enduring bond between grandmothers and their grandchildren, “Grandma’s Hands” represents how the simple acts of care and affection during childhood can leave an indelible mark for a lifetime.

Kori Withers Bio

KORI WITHERS is an accomplished singer-songwriter and the daughter of Bill Withers. She began writing her first songs as a teenager. Kori graduated from Columbia University (BA) and NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts (MFA, Musical Theatre Writing). As a guest of her father, she has performed at events with legends Marilyn and Alan Bergman, Hal David, and Charles Fox, as well as with contemporary artists Aloe Blacc, Gregory Porter and Ed Sheeran. She was a featured artist on Booker T. Jones’ Sound the Alarm LP and performed as a special guest on his Blue Note Tokyo Tour. She was a special guest of Jose James on his Lean On Me: Bill Withers Tribute Tour. Co-writing credits include “Live Like A Warrior” by Matisyahu and “Don’t Worry” by Judith Hill. A few personal highlights for Kori were performing with her father at his Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction (2006) and at Oprah Winfrey’s “Legends Who Paved The Way Gospel Brunch” (2015). Kori currently serves on the board of FreeHorse Arts, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating nature-based arts education for people with diverse abilities.

Marcia Withers Bio

MARCIA WITHERS is the wife of the late music icon singer/songwriter Bill Withers. She oversaw Bill’s career management and as head of Withers Entertainment and the Mattie Music Group in Los Angeles, she controls the family’s publishing companies, and its worldwide sub-publisher representatives. She has been instrumental in the placement of Bill’s songs in countless films, television programs and other media, and played a creative role in many of Bill’s recording compilations. She is the co-producer of The Essential Bill Withers and a tribute show at Carnegie Hall in 2015. Marcia is a graduate of the UCLA Graduate School of Management (now Anderson School of Management) and previously worked for Management III and Concerts West. A supporter of charitable causes and board member of the Stuttering Association for the Young (SAY), she was married to Bill for 43 years. The Withers’ have two children, Todd and Kori.

Bill Withers social media pages contain current promotion for the book:

https://www.facebookcom/BillWithers https://www.instagram.com/realbillwithers/ grandmashandsbook.com

#marciakoriwithers #grandmashands #leanonme #billwithers

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Gregory Harmon, Good Corporate Citizen, Peace Day Party 2021

Austin Tang — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:20:46 +0000

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#peace #day #party #gregory #harmon #katya #grineva

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What Does Peace Mean To Robin Gregory

Austin Tang — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 17:44:19 +0000

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Our 100th Anniversary Celebration Continues!

admin — Fri, 19 May 2017 15:25:54 +0000

Don’t Miss Our
FOUNDERS’ WEEKEND CELEBRATION

FRIDAY NIGHT SHABBAT SERVICE WITH SPEAKER GREGORY JOHNSON: LOVE, A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE, MUSIC by
NEVA SMALL, ARON BEDERSON,
PETER TEDESCHI, JAMES BESSER
AND SPECIAL ONEG SHABBAT
May 19th, 7 PM

KLEZMER SERVICE WITH 10 MUSICIANS
LUNCHEON, MUSICAL COMEDY PERFORMANCE, VIDEOS, MEMORY BOOK,
& MORE
Honoring Comptroller Scott Stringer

Saturday, May 20, 10:30 AM – 3 PM

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With Live Music
By Judy Buchman and Friends
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Gregory Gallo runs in over 50+ Marathons

admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2015 15:08:24 +0000

Greg is an enlightened soul, starting his running later in life and falling in love with it.

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Gene Fisch, Jr. and Gregory Gallo (68) finish the New York Marathon,

admin — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 20:21:34 +0000

It is Gregory’s 50th Marathon.

Some people always amaze me – Gregory Gallo, a victim of severe brain trauma, yesterday completed his 50th marathon at age 68. Below are pics from mile 17 as well as the blistering cold of pre-race. He became very sick at mile 18, but arm and arm, he persevered just continuing to tell me not to let him quit. In just under 8 hours we crossed. Crazy awesome…. What an inspiration…. Some of the best parts of being alive are moments like these
From Gene’s Dad. GOOD AND BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR TEAMMATE–D
Just thought i would share this with you…On Sunday, the New York City Marathon If there is is a source of true inspiration, my son’s teammate is running his fiftieth race and for my son,Gene, jr 26 miles push is more than a fulfilling a race for there is never a finish line.
Thank you, Paul.Truly an inspirational human spirit that’s worth enhancing in many monumental ways…including running in a marathon race that has no end, but rests with a peaceful gratitude of knowing who you are that has endured first, and then prevails beyond the finish line.
Hope to see you soon and revisit a good fellowship per your thoughtful ways…I am proud of Ej and for his teammate , a man who has a brain tumor running his 50th race and beyond. gene

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