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Free Summer Concert Series Line Up Announced

Mark your calendars for the 2010 River Rhapsody concert series presented by the Batavia Park District. Experience the sounds of summer at this free concert series on select Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. on the Batavia Riverwalk, Houston Street at Island Avenue. Free movies in the park will be offered after the June 23 and August 11 concerts.

Wednesday, June 16: Audio Fracture. Featuring classics from the Beetles, Elvis, The Doobie Brothers and Kiss to current artists such as Green Day, Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Gin Blossoms. If you like to dance, let loose or casually kick back to some great music, check out Audio Fracture!

Wednesday, June 23: Lazy Maybes. This modern band promises to provide an electric atmosphere no matter the environment and will feature classic rock, modern rock, funk, country and a little bit of hip hop, in their own unique way! Movie in the Park: 8:30 p.m. Bring the family out for a kid-friendly movie under the stars. Concessions will be sold at the Peg Bond Center throughout the evening.

Wednesday, June 30: Geneva Jazz Ensemble. Your feet will be tapping to the musical fare of jazz works at this upbeat concert. This 20-member jazz band is comprised of members from Kane and DuPage counties.

Wednesday, August 11: White Saddle Band. American music that is Rock & Roll, Country, R&B and the Blues. You’ll hear hits from Elvis, Hank Williams, The Eagles, Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley, Roy Orbison, Jimmy Buffett, John Mellencamp and more! Movie in the Park: 8:30 p.m. Bring the family out for a kid-friendly movie under the stars. Concessions will be sold at the Peg Bond Center throughout the evening.

For more information please call 630-879-5235 or visit www.bataviaparks.org.

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