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Weekend Musical Mix
Written By: Mary Jane McCall | Issue: 2017/06 - June
Summer evenings in Highlands are lovely and, thanks to the Highlands Chamber of Commerce, Friday and Saturday nights are lively as well.
That’s because the Chamber sponsors two popular concerts, Friday Night Live and Saturdays on Pine. Friday Night Live performances take place at the Highlands Town Square from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. Saturdays on Pine are at the Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park on Pine Street and also begin at 6:00 P.M.
These concerts continue to draw large crowds and offer something for every musical taste. They present something of a tale of two concerts, one traditional and one that mixes things up a bit.
Friday Night Live is proud to be part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina, an initiative whose goal is to increase opportunities for people to hear, learn about, and enjoy the unique music that has been performed and enjoyed in the North Carolina mountains and foothills for generations. Head to Town Square on Friday nights to hear some of the best local and regional talent bringing these sounds to you. Events scheduled in June are as follows: June 9, Mountain Dulcimer Band; June 16, Johnny Webb Band; June 23, Silly Ridge Roundup; and, June 30, Southern Highlands.
Saturdays on Pine stir things up by bringing different genres and sounds to the stage each week. Founders Park offers the perfect setting to bring your lawn chairs, a cooler of beverages, and a picnic, and enjoy the sounds of the evening. On Saturday, June 10, the Highlands Motoring Festival is held at the park, so plan to make it a day at the park and stay for the lively sounds of the Colby Dietz Band. On Saturday, June 17, Goldie and the Screamers play, followed by Andalyn on June 24. Though each band brings a different sound, they all bring powerful performances and an engaging stage presence guaranteed to have you on your feet.
For more information visit highlandschamber.org or call (828) 526-2112.
