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Free Concerts Kick Off with Food for a Cause
6 Jun
Summary
- Free weekly concerts run through August 28 at Jim Word Memorial Park.
- A last-minute food vendor provided hot dogs to support utility costs.
- Jay Milam played classic rock and country covers at the opening event.
A new free weekly concert series has begun at Jim Word Memorial Park, scheduled to run every Friday until August 28. The events, which take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., kicked off with a performance by Jay Milam. Milam focused on acoustic renditions of well-known classic rock and country songs, aiming to engage the audience with familiar music.
The inaugural concert faced a challenge with the absence of a planned food vendor. However, Xavier Oglesby from the Church of the Living God and the Antonio Avenue Community Project stepped in at the last minute. Oglesby offered hot dogs, chili, and coleslaw, with proceeds benefiting the community project's efforts to assist individuals with their utility expenses.
The series aims to provide a midday musical escape for the community. Future performers include the Country Roads Band, scheduled for June 12. The weather on the opening day was described as "beautiful," with perfect sunny skies and a light breeze, creating an ideal atmosphere for the event.
