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Back in the fall of 1964, a handful of students at the University of New Hampshire formed a rock band called The Spectras. Over the next six years, their reputation grew and they almost hit the charts nationally. They all have day jobs now, but they maintain a pretty busy schedule playing the music they love. Two of the original Spectra, Dick Ray and Chris Quackenbush, join John on The Front Porch to talk about the band and their journey in the music business.

This interview aired previously in June, 2001.

Billie Jo McEwan of Rochester has a son, Brandon, with severe developmental delays. She says she was skeptical that there was a place to help meet Brandon's needs, but the Child Development Center made her a believer.

Marcus Michieux goes to the Danbury Community Center's afterschool program. He says it helps him feel confident and proud of himself.

Jean Morris of Concord was a step away from the streets after her husband left. Fellowship Housing Opportunities helped her address her financial situation so she could stay out of the shelters.

Amy Manion-Nichols of Epsom has loved horseback riding for years. She thought she'd have to give up her hobby as her vision became impaired, but with assistance from the New Hampshire Association for the Blind she says she's at the barn almost every day.