The Franklin Lions Club is promoting the “Lions of Virginia Bland Music Scholarship Foundation” Vocalist or Instrumentalist Competition. This is a  program to assist and promote cultural and educational opportunities for the musically talented youth of Virginia in the Franklin/Southampton Area. Any student, vocalist or instrumentalist, of elementary, middle or senior high school age (or home schooled students) are eligible to participate. They do need to be properly sponsored by the Franklin Lions Club and reside in or attend school within the Club’s Jurisdiction and surrounding area. The contest will be held Sunday February 19th at the Franklin Presbyterian Church on Lee Street at 4:30 pm. Registration is due by Thursday February 16th.  For additional information please contact:  Ashley Burns ~ aburn013@gmail.com Put “Music Competition” in the subject line