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Vol. 115, No. 32	August 6, 2008

Concert series begins Aug. 9 at Brandenburg Riverfront Park

By SANDRA STONE
Messenger Staff

The Meade County Museum and Arts Council, in conjunction with the Meade County Public Library, kicks off its concert series Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. at the amphitheater at Brandenburg Riverfront Park.

Opening the 2008 McMAC Concert Series will be Chain Reaction, a Journey tribute band out of Clarksville, Tenn.

“If you’re a Journey fan, you must see this group,” said McMAC president Jennifer Bridge. “When the lead singer gets going, it’s like listening to Steve Perry.”

The concert series will continue Sept. 6 with Blue Mother Tupelo, the husband and wife team of guitarist/vocalist and Dobro player Ricky Davis and pianist/percussionist/vocalist Micol Davis based in Nashville, Tenn. With a blend of rock, blues, folk and country, Blue Mother Tupelo is sure to have a little something to appeal to just about any musical taste.

The series will continue Oct. 18 with the River Heritage Festival beginning at 9 a.m. to going until dusk. Previously known as the Bluegrass River Heritage Festival, the name has been changed to more accurately reflect the variety of acoustical music which crosses many genres.

Musical entertainment includes Carefree Highway, Curley Maple, Foggy Dew Players, Tommy Brown & County Line Grass and Paul Priest & Friends. Singer/songwriter Mitch Barrett, formerly of Zoe Speaks, will sing and play and spin a few tall tales. As a special treat for Meade Countians, Dick Usher, a Chautauqua performer, will portray Meade County’s own Pee Wee Reese.

In addition to the entertainment, festival activities will include craft booths, storytelling, pumpkin and scarecrow decorating contests and activities hosted by the Meade County Health Coalition to promote health and well-being among Meade Countians. “But visitors can play, too,” said Bridge.

Additionally, vendors from the Meade County Farmers Market will be set up at the riverfront that day with a variety of items including fresh produce, herbs, flowers and baked goods.

“Because of the generous support of businesses in town, there was overwhelming support to offer these concerts free to the general public,” said Bridge. Donations are accepted and appreciated, but no gate admission will be charged.

“We are exploring continuing the concert series. We need to know that the community wants it and supports it,” said Bridge. “People need to come. They need to bring their lawn chairs and blankets and just enjoy some good music on the riverfront.”

What to know before you go:

• All event times are scheduled in the Eastern time zone.
• In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to the gazebo adjacent to the amphitheater. Tents will be set up to accommodate patrons.
• As a courtesy to others, please avoid any unnecessary disturbances during the course of the performance and ensure that all electronic devices including pagers, watches and cell phones are turned off.
• A wide variety of food and beverage is offered at every concert, so bring along an appetite.
• All concerts are handicapped accessible with reserved seating at the upper level of the amphitheater. Golf carts are also available to assist with transport. If you need special assistance, please do not hesitate to ask.
• For more information about the Meade County Museum and Arts Council or the concert series, call Jennifer Bridge at (270) 422-4958 or visit the McMAC Web site at www.meadearts.com. Links to the performers’ Web sites may be found here also.

Our Lost & Found is located at the McMAC booth or call Jennifer Bridge at (270) 422-4958 at the Meade County Extension office during normal business hours.

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