Local Spoken Word and Live Music
Watch Local Spoken Word and Live Music on Saturday, August 21, from Noon-5 pm at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park.
Event Schedule
1:30-2:45p.m.: Reflections
We will be recognizing
• Jetson Grimes
• Fredd Atkins
• Willie Charles Shaw
• Miss Bernice Heggs
The history of Newtown will be given by Mr. James Brown
3-5 p.m.: Spoken Word & Live Music
Local talent Melanie Lavendar will deliver a passionate spoken-word performance, and Gerald Augustin from Ft. Myers, Florida will keep your energy flowing with his saxophone with a variety of music from R&B to Pop music.
Come pull up, bring a lawn chair , and enjoy the diverse local literary and musical talents.
Gerald Augustin is sponsored through the generosity of Modern Marimba
If you are interested in vending at this event, please contact Danette, Market Manager, (813) 364-3618 or https://www.newtownfarmersmarketsrq.org.