Selected Community Events
Kantorei Spring Concert
May 24, 2013 7:30 pm
Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural, Rockford, IllAcclaimed for their musical discipline, sensitivity, and well-rounded programming, Kantorei represents the finest tradition of boychoirs. Under the musical direction of Joel Ross, Bradley Koloch, and Trudy Anderson, the choir will present a program titled “Why We Sing”—a musical tapestry exploring the many facets of human emotion and its expression in the wondrous art we call singing. Highlights include choral classics, American folk hymns, and spirituals that reflect on themes of praise, hope and promise. A set titled “Heart and Voice” includes folk melodies and choral settings of poetry on themes of longing, love, and loss. You won’t want to miss this exciting program which is sure to inspire and touch the heart.
Pam Osborne
815-963-2544
www.kantorei.com
Michael Peterson VetsRoll Benefit Concert
Jun 21, 2013 7:00 pm
Central Christian Church,; 2460 Milwaukee Rd; Beloit, WIMichael Peterson VetsRoll Benefit concert – “We Are Veterans”.
Friday June 21, 2013, 7:00 P.M. Doors open at 6:00 P.M.
Central Christian Church Performing Arts Center ; 2460 Milwuakee Rd; Beloit WI
Tickets $30.00 in advance, $35.00 at the door.
VetsRoll.org is very proud and honored to be able to bring singer, songwriter Michael Peterson to Beloit, WI for a moving concert to benefit VetsRoll, Inc – “Proudly Serving Those Who Served”
Billboard Magazine’s top selling new male artist and top new airplay artist 1997-1998
“Drink, Swear, Steal and Lie” “From Here to Eternity” “Too Good To Be True”
Multiple Grammy and CMA award nominee.
2008 recipient of the distinguished Bob Hope “Spirit of Hope” award for service to the nation and members of the Armed Forces.
Nine tours to Iraq and Afghanistan since December 2010
2012 recipient of the American Legion Auxiliary “Public Spirit Award
Michael Peterson has graciously agreed to donate all net proceeds from this concert to VetsRoll.org to help us accomplish our mission: Providing FREE Charter coach transportation and a memorable experience for up to 200 World War II and Korean War Era Veterans and “Rosie the Riveters” to visit THEIR memorials and related sights in and around Washington D.C. before it is too late. This is an annual trip each May the Sunday – Wednesday after Mother’s day.
Michael’s new album “We Are Veterans” (being released later in 2013) will be available at the concert!
For information:
www.vetsroll.org facebook http://www.michaelpetersononline.com/
Mark Finnegan: mark@vetsroll.org 815.389.9630 or 608.207.8319
Matt “Wogs” Wogaman 815.624.0575
Mark Finnegan 815.389.9630 mark@vetsroll.org or Matt "Wogs" Wogaman 815.624.0575
Old Settlers Days
Jun 6, 2013 Various. For exact times please visit www.oldsettlersdays.com.
Jun 7, 2013 Various. For exact times please visit www.oldsettlersdays.com.
Jun 8, 2013 Various. For exact times please visit www.oldsettlersdays.com.
Jun 9, 2013 Various. For exact times please visit www.oldsettlersdays.com.
Settlers Park on Hawick Street, behind First National Bank – Macktown in Rockton.The musical acts are Chris Cagle, Uncle Kracker, Billy Currington, and Kip Moore from Thursday through Sunday respectively. OSD is known in the area as a great family festival including qualitymusical acts, parade, fair grounds, with great rides, food, and fireworks. Proceeds are distributed back into the area by the Rockton Lions Club.
Tickets will be on sale at www.OldSettlersDays.com. Prices are as follows:
4 Day Admission Passes (required with concert tickets) -- $6 advance/$10 beginning June 6
Thursday, Chris Cagle -- $15 advance/$20 beginning June 6
Friday, Uncle Kracker -- $15 advance/$20 beginning June 6
Saturday, Billy Currington -- $20 advance/$25 beginning June 6
Sunday Kip Moore -- $20 advance/$25 beginning June 6
Concert Ticket Special (1 ticket to each concert and 1 ticket admission pass) -- $60 through April 30
Children 12 and under do not need a 4 day admission pass, however, all ages will need a concert ticket.
Those interested in the event are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance online. Those who "LIKE" Old Settler's Days on Facebook or follow @OldSettlersDays on Twitter, may also take advantage of special opportunities and contests.
An estimated 15,000 people attend OSD each year. The Rockton Lions ensure the maximum amount raised can go back to the community by using volunteers exclusively to work the festival. There are no paid workers.
For more information visit www.oldsettlersdays.com.
2013 Concerts on the Square Concert Series in Monroe
Jun 6, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Jun 20, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Jun 28, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Jul 11, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Jul 25, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Aug 8, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Aug 16, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Aug 22, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
Sep 6, 2013 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m.; weather call will be made at 3p.m. day of show on 93.7 FM
West side of the Downtown Square in Monroe, Wisconsin Rain Location: The DenThe concert series will bring nine live shows to the downtown Square in Monroe, beginning Thursday, June 6, through Friday, September 6. All concerts will be held on the west side of the Square from 6:30p.m. – 9 p.m. with The Den serving as the rain location. The weather call will be made at 3p.m. the day of the show with the announcement made on Big Radio, 93.7 FM.
Below is the 2013 Concert line-up for 2013 Concerts on the Square
June 6 – The Briana Hardyman Band (soft rock & country rock)
June 20 – Michael Perry and The Long Beds (country folk)
Kick off show with MAC and the WI Music Arts Festival
June 28 – X-51 Band (contemporary rock)
July 11 – The Family Business (blues, rock, reggae)
July 25 – Mighty Short Bus (roots rock, country soul)
August 8 – Manny B Group (high energy)
August 16 – Gypsy Holler (country rock)
August 22 – Raindogs (blues, rock)
September 6 – The Fat Babies (jazz band)
Dance contest to be held with prizes awarded
Boone County Arts Council Concerts in the Park
Jun 9, 2013 6:30 pm
Baltic Mill Stage in Belvidere Park, 920 W. Lincoln, Belvidere; rain site is the Community Building, 111 W. First St.Potts and Pans Steelband will perform steel drum music. Bring lawn chairs to this free concert.
Karen Shifo, 815-885-3360
karen@boonecountyarts.com