Music lovers rejoice this weekend! There is so much to listen to in the area, take your pick. And if you’re looking for something else, maybe a race or a get back to school event, we have that too on this week’s Weekender!
Jefferson Starship – Mother of the Sun Tour
Friday, August 19th, 8:00pm
The Paramount Theater in Middletown presents Jefferson Starship on their Mother of the Sun Tour as part of Rock n’ Roll Weekend! If you are looking for a night of music, you can still get tickets.
Click here to get tickets!
Run 4 Downtown
Saturday, August 20th, 9:00am
The 16th annual Run 4 Downtown in Middletown is also taking place this weekend! Join them for a 4 mile walk/run, and then meet them at Equilibrium Brewery for a Post-Race Party complete with live music! There will also be a YMCA Funzone for the kids at Jerry’s Park.
Get more information here!
The Big Band Sound at Goshen Library
Saturday, August 20th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
For the 20th time, the Goshen Public Library will be hosting The Big Band Sound 20-piece jazz orchestra! This concert will be held on the lawn of the new library at 366 Main St. Admission is free, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets and kick back for this musical experience.
Click here for some Big Sound!
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Thursday – Sunday, August 18th – August 21st
Jump into a weekend full of jazz at the 13th Annual Hudson Valley Jazz Festival in Warwick! Most of the performances are free, so explore the town and find something unexpected, or follow the link below for a schedule of events.
Click here to get jazzy.
Back to School and Soccer Shoot
Saturday, August 20th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Middletown Elks Lodge #1097 is offering both back to school help and a fun day for the kids! They have free backpacks and school supplies for kids of all ages, including high schoolers! Children aged 4-15 (proof of age required) will also have the opportunity to participate in the Elk’s Soccer Shoot at the YMCA athletic field behind the Elks Lodge parking lot. There will also be breakfast available.
Here’s more information to get the school year started.