Mother Nature smiles big time on second Jamboree – Shaw Local

MT. MORRIS — All it took was mile temperatures, a pleasant breeze, and traditional tunes to convey a big crowd out to the second installment of Mt. Morris’ Jamboree live performance sequence on Friday.

Generation performed traditional rock tunes from the Warren Reckmeyer Bandshell, situated on the downtown campus.

“The weather is absolutely perfect,” mentioned Larry Ubben, organizer. “What a great night.”

The free live performance sequence continues every Friday night time via the summer time.

Next up, is Grass Attack on June 24, at 7 p.m.

“Grass Attack plays a range of styles from Folk and Country to Newgrass and Bluegrass, regularly performing at a variety of festivals, county fairs, park concerts and wineries in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin,” mentioned Ubben. “Randy Tacket plays lead guitar and banjo. Jeff and Liz Wagner play banjo and guitar. and mandolin and guitar, respectively. All sing lead and harmony vocals. Bruce Rittschof plays bass and rhythm guitar.”

Concessions for the night will likely be supplied by Hector’s Cocina, serving Mexican meals and drinks, beginning at 6 p.m.

“Please bring a chair or blanket or enjoy our benches and plan to join us on our beautiful and historic Campus in the center of town for what promises to be a fantastic family friendly concert,” Ubben mentioned.

In the occasion of rain, the entire occasion strikes to Pinecrest Grove Community Center at 500 Evergreen Lane on the identical instances.