The city of Marietta will begin its Glover Park Concert Series at 8 p.m. May 28 on the Marietta Square. While the concerts are free, a limited number of tables can be reserved for a fee. Table reservations are taken on a first-come basis on the first working day of each month, beginning at 8 a.m. For the May 28 concert, tables are sold out.
Bring a picnic or dine in one of the restaurants on the square.
The concert lineup is:
- May 28 - Grapevine Band (variety party band)
- June 25 - Kasper & 911 Band (Motown/R&B)
- July 30 - Next Level Band (beach/oldies)
- Aug. 27 - Glow Band (classic pop)
- Aug. 28 - Paradocs (country/rock)
- Sept. 24 - The Big Chicken Beatle Band (hits of the Beatles)
Only blankets and lawn chairs may be set up in the park. Chairs and tables may be brought and set up after 6 p.m. on North and East Park Square, according to a city statement.
Also, concert guests may participate in the “Spirited Award & Table Decorating Contest” presented by Linda Eroh, REALTOR. Judging will take place before each concert from 7:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. based on outstanding displays, unique style, most spirited, creative costumes and best theme of the evening entertainment. Winners can include groups celebrating graduations, birthdays and holiday themes. There is no cost to participate, and registration is not necessary.
For this year’s Glover Park Concert Series poster, Ted Azriel of Marietta is the featured artist. His art is part of a permanent display in the 500-year-old Fortezza in Montepulciano, Italy and can be found at North Park Gallery on the Marietta Square.
In addition to the city of Marietta, the concert series is produced by the Downtown Marietta Development Authority and Marietta Parks, Recreation and Facilities.
The following sponsors have made the Glover Park Concert Series a free event: Marietta Power and Water, SA White Oil Company, Vinings Bank, Manning Properties, Winnwood Retirement Community, Marietta Business Association, Zaxby’s, Cauthorn, Nohr & Owen, Alston & Bird, Marietta Daily Journal, Marietta Visitors Bureau, Elanders Americas and Pit Stop.
Information: 770-794-5601, facebook.com/GloverParkConcertSeries, mariettaga.gov/concerts
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