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Legislator Anker Announces Downtown Rocky Point Summer Concert Series

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By Published: July 06 2017

LongIsland.com

Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker announces the schedule for the 2017 Downtown Rocky Point Summer Concert Series, hosted in conjunction with Rocky Point VFW Post 6249.

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Photo by: Office of Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker

Rocky Point, NY - July 6, 2017 - Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker announces the schedule for the 2017 Downtown Rocky Point Summer Concert Series, hosted in conjunction with Rocky Point VFW Post 6249. Four concerts will be held at St. Anthony’s of Padua Parish in downtown Rocky Point (614 Rt.25A, Rocky Point). The concerts will be held during July and August and will begin at 7:00pm. The concerts draw thousands of attendees and help support local businesses. Admission is free and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a non-perishable food item for Long Island Cares. The first concert is this coming Tuesday, July 11 at 7:00 PM.
 
“The Summer Concert Series provides a wonderful way for families and residents to enjoy local musical performances,” said Legislator Anker. “I encourage residents to join me at the concerts and to take advantage of the wonderful shops and restaurants in downtown Rocky Point.”
 
The Summer Concert schedule is as follows:
 
  • July 11th: Strawberry Fields: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
  • August 1st: Southbound: Country Tribute to America
  • August 8th: Swingtime Big Band: Authentic Swing in Living Color
  • August 15th: Mike DelGuidice & Big Shot: Celebrating the Music of Billy Joel
In case of a cancellation due to weather, the rain date is scheduled for Monday, August 28th. For more information, please contact the office of Legislator Sarah Anker at (631) 854-1600.