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FREE musical entertainment!
Mayor Jon Mitchell has announced the 2013 summer concert series for seniors, sponsored by the Mayor’s Office. This lively free concert series will feature musical performances on Wednesday evenings this summer at New Bedford’s Buttonwood Park.
The 2013 Summer Concert Series is a great opportunity for seniors to enjoy a free evening of musical entertainment sponsored by the City of New Bedford. Artists will play jazz, swing and classical tunes. Upcoming concerts at Buttonwood Park include:
- Wednesday, July 17, 2013 at 6:15pm- “Billy Couto and the After Hours”
- Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at 6:15pm- “Jack Gomes Ensemble”
- Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 6:15pm-“Meadow Larks Combo” Swing Band & Dance Party
“We’ve received positive feedback on previous concerts and we’re pleased to be able to offer them again. The Wednesday evening concerts are a great opportunities for seniors to enjoy musical entertainment in New Bedford’s beautiful Buttonwood Park,” said Mayor Mitchell.
Concert attendees are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs or blankets. Should inclement weather occur on the evening of any of the scheduled concerts, the program will be relocated to the Buttonwood Park Senior Center.
For additional information, please contact the City of New Bedford Parks, Recreation and Beaches at (508) 961-3015.
