The Mac & Vinnie Band will perform a free concert at Whalley Park in Southwick July 14 at 6 p.m.. (MAC & VINNIE PHOTO)
SOUTHWICK – Bob Fox, Rotary Fundraising chair, announced the line-up of performances to be held at Whalley Park starting this Wednesday, July 14, at 6 p.m.
In making the announcement, Fox said, “we are looking forward to a successful summer with a concert scheduled each week during the months of July and August. Concerts will be held rain or shine.”
Schedule includes:
July 14 – Rich Badowski Blues Band (40s-50s blues songs, roots music, old-time country, and funk).
July 21 – Savage Brothers Band (six-piece funkin,’ rockin,’ and rhythm, featuring a two-piece horn section).
July 28 – Coyote River Band (modern country and pop/rock).
Aug. 4 – 91 South (60s-80s classic rock including Beatles, The Stones, The Doors, Billy Joel, Bon Jovi, and AC/DC).
Aug. 11 – Jeff Pitchell and his band, Texas Flood (a high-energy mix of R&B, Rock Soul, Pop and, funky Texas Blues).
Aug. 18 – Mac & Vinnie Band (acoustic rock band, a mix of songs by The Grateful Dead, The Band, The Who, Rolling Stones, U2, Neil Young, Don Henley, Cold Play, and Johnny Cash).
Aug. 25 – James Montgomery and The Kings (high-energy blues band with an attitude – From Detroit to the Delta)!
Sept. 1 – Mac & Vinnie Band (a float-in boat event to be held on Lake Congamond, South Pond).
As a reminder, Fox said that alcoholic and soft beverages can be purchased on site. No outside alcohol is allowed on the premises. Also, food trucks will be available, and lastly do not forget to bring a chair. For safety purposes as a result of COVID, please consider wearing a mask if you have not been vaccinated.
The Club sends a special thank you to the Southwick Cultural Council and local businesses for their support in making these concerts possible. For more information, contact Bob Fox at [email protected], or 413-579-4585. You can also email the club at [email protected] or contact us on Facebook.
