Blues in Benton Park - June 13th

Celebrate summer by attending the “Blues in Benton Park” second annual concert featuring the lively music of the Bottoms Up Blues Gang in historic south side park Saturday, June 13 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A second concert (band TBA) is scheduled to close out the summer on September 20th.

WHO: Bottoms Up Blues Gang
WHAT: Celebrate Summer with “Blues in Benton Park”
WHEN: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 13
WHERE: Benton Park; South Jefferson Avenue and Arsenal Streets
SPONSORS: Benton Park Neighborhood Association
COST: FREE and open to the public
INFO: (314) 504-4809

DETAILS:
The Benton Park Neighborhood Association (BPNA) welcomes music lovers of all ages to the second annual “Blues in Benton Park” concert. It’s a unique opportunity to enjoy the sultry music of the band, Bottom Up Blues Gang in the setting of Benton Park. The BUBG features vocalist/percussionist Kari Liston and guitarist/harmonica player Jeremy Segel-Moss. BUBG offers a unique blend of originals and well- known tunes in the styles of Delta Blues, R & B, Soul, Jazz, and Blues influenced Rock & Roll.

Event coordinators responded to last year’s successful debut concert by organizing this first concert of a two concert series for the summer of ’09. The second concert of the year will be held on Saturday, September 20th to close out the summer.

Blankets, lawn chairs, food and beverages are welcome at the event; or enjoy one of the many eating establishments in and around the area since food and beverages will not be sold at the concert. Bring your family and friends and discover the Benton Park neighborhood. The evening is sure to be a memorable one of great music; it is FREE and open to the public.

The BPNA is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible.

Last updated: Wednesday, May 20, 2009