The legendary R&B band "Billy and the Showmen" will be performing a concert at Rye Town Park. Their show is part of the park's Twilight Tuesdays concert series.
The concert will be held on Tuesday, July 23rd at the park's south pavilion, located by the beach near the Dearborn Ave. entrance to the park.
The concert will start at 7:30 p.m. and end at 9:00 p.m. Admission is free. The fee for parking is $5. Permit holders pay $4 after 4 p.m. Nearby residents are encouraged to walk.
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Founded by Billy Frenz, the Greenwich CT based band has earned its reputation as one of Connecticut's most enduring R&B band.
Longtime veterans of the Connecticut-New York club scene, the Showmen are a genuine R&B band. It features the soulful vocals of the best R&B singers in the northeast, along with a strong horn section and a tight rhythm section.
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Space in the pavilion will be set aside for dancing, which is highly encouraged.People of all ages are welcome to join in the fun.
All concerts will be held rain or shine, except in case of thunder storms. Picnicking is welcome. Some seating will be available, but people are encouraged to bring blankets or beach chairs. Dining and takeout is available at the nearby Seaside Johnnie's restaurant.
This is
the fifth of seven free concerts that will be held on Tuesdays in July and
August. The concert series is sponsored
in part by Rye Ford/Subaru, Green Mountain Energy, and The Open House Store in
Rye.
For
further information phone Rye Town Park at 967-0965 or visit the park’s web
site: www.ryetownpark.org
