[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 86-87]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING NAMM'S DEALER OF THE YEAR THE CANDYMAN STRINGS & THINGS

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                           HON. BEN RAY LUJAN

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, January 6, 2015

  Mr. BEN RAY LUJAN of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Dealer of 
the Year, The Candyman Strings & Things of Santa Fe.
  The Candyman Strings & Things, owned by Rand and Cindy Cook, has been 
a staple in the Santa Fe community since they opened its doors in 1969, 
and was awarded Dealer of the Year for its innovative and effective 
practices, as well as for setting an outstanding example for its peers 
in the musical instrument and products industry. Additionally, Candyman 
was also given the Music Makes a Difference award for promoting music 
in its community. Candyman serves to inspire its industry and also 
aspires to serve its community through numerous educational and 
scholarship programs. Through its charitable contributions and outreach 
work, Candyman has made a difference in the lives of customers, 
schools, and children.
  Small businesses are an important part of local communities. Candyman 
is an example of a small business that has been successful and has had 
a positive impact in Northern New Mexico. While I applaud Candyman's 
efforts to ensure a high level of service to its customers, I am even 
more impressed by its service to the community and efforts to provide 
mentoring and learning opportunities for young music enthusiasts. Once 
again, I congratulate The Candyman Strings & Things for being awarded 
both the Dealer of the Year and Music Makes a Difference awards, and 
thank the entire team for its exceptional service to our community.

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