Drummer Brian LaClair counts off for other members of the Friendship Band during a rehearsal for Whole Children’s coming concert, “The Bash,” to celebrate the Northampton organization’s 20th anniversary. The Bash, which will also feature indie rock band Yo La Tengo, will be held at 33 Hawley on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. For the full story, see C1. STAFF PHOTO/CAROL LOLLIS