HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-16-2007 Fridays by the Fountain 2007 PRESS RELEASE JZ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 16, 2007
CONTACT:
Mary Ellen Smith PERFORMING ARTS CENTER SOUTH BEND, IN
Assistant Director - Administration& Marketing
Morris Performing Arts Center
211 North Michigan Street
South Bend, IN 46601
574-235-9160
mesmith @MorrisCenter.org
Fridays by the Fountain 2007
Summer Concert Schedule Announced
The Morris Performing Arts Center, South Bend Tribune and Sunny 10 1.5 are pleased to present
the outdoor summer concert series --Fridays by the Fountain 2007. Local Blues, Irish, Oldies,
Blues/Jazz, Pop and Country bands will take "the stage" in the Jon R. Hunt Plaza in front of the
historic Morris Performing Arts Center during lunchtime from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on six
Fridays in June, July and August. The concerts are free and open to the public. Scheduled bands
include:
June 8 ............. Duke Tomatoe Duo (Blues)
June 22............ Kennedy's Kitchen (Irish)
July 6 ............. The Chargers (Oldies)
July 20 ............ Blues, Inc. (Blues and Jazz)
August 3 ......... High Life (Adult Contemporary)
August 17 ........ Shilo (Country)
Lunch will be available to purchase from downtown vendors The Morris Bistro, Papa John's, and
State Cafe. A variety of lunchtime favorites including pizza, sandwiches, and salads will be
available. Tables will be set up around the plaza to enjoy the concert. People are also welcome to
bring a sack lunch, a chair or blanket and relax on the lawn.
Since 2001, Fridays by the Fountain has attracted a wide audience to the plaza. Local business
people, families and senior citizens alike have come to enjoy the free concerts, outdoor dining
opportunities and the spectacular restored plaza fountain. Save the dates and plan to come enjoy
the fun and festive atmosphere in downtown South Bend at Fridays by the Fountain 2007!