by Kathy Hunter Cook
The Oregon Garden begins its 10th summer music series Friday, July 3, at Teufel Amphitheater.
Country headliner Amy Clawson, opening act J.R. Joe and the Farm, and breath-taking fireworks add up to a sizzling evening for all ages. Admission is $10, Silverton residents and Oregon Garden members; $15, all others.
At this concert only, Silverton residents can visit The Oregon Garden for free from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (The Oregon Garden is free to all after 6 p.m.) Amphitheater gates open at 5 p.m., and the concert is at 7 p.m.
Other scheduled concerts include:
Thursday, July 9 – Three Dog Night & The Flex Tones
Wednesday, July 22 – Sam Bush & The Grascals
Thursday, July 30 – Crystal Gayle & Juice Newton
Thursday, Aug. 6 – “Swinging with Benny Goodman” music by trio
Tuesday, Aug. 11 – Sawyer Brown & Tracy Reynolds
Two features have been added, VIP seating at the front (extra cost) and pre-ordered picnic baskets.
“We have expanded the food,” said Oregon Garden General Manager April Purdy. “At every concert we’ll have a East Willamette Valley winery booth, a local dessert vendor, Coldstone Creamery and an additional food vendor.”
Purdy said children 7 years old and younger are admitted free. Water brought in sealed bottles will be allowed this year.
For information, go to oregongarden.org/events/summerconcerts/questions
