Live R&B at Rye Town Park, Tonight 7:30pm

What: “Billy and the Showmen Band” Concert
When: Tuesday, July 19; 7:30-9 p.m.
Where: Rye Town Park, 95 Dearborn Ave. Rye, NY
How Much: Parking $5; Resident Permit Holders $4; Resident Senior Permits Free

“The Billy and the Showmen Band” will be performing a concert at Rye Town Park as part of the park’s Twilight Tuesdays concert series.

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Founded by Billy Frenz, this Greenwich-based band has earned its reputation as one of the most enduring Rhythm & Blues bands Their revue features the soulful vocals of the best singers in the Northeast, along with a strong horn section and a tight rhythm section.

The 11-piece “Showmen” band includes John Caminiti, drummer, Rocky Fidelibus, bass, Grian Curley, keyboards, John Serio and Scott Harper sax, Billy Losier, trumpet, Bobby Carlson, trombone, Jerry Mall, percussion, along with several vocalists.

The concert will be held on Tuesday, July 19 at the park’s south pavilion, located by the beach near the Dearborn Avenue entrance to the park. The concert will start at 7:30 p.m. and end at 9:00 p.m. Admission is free, and parking at Rye Town Park after 4 pm. will be $5 – $4 for resident permit holders, senior permit holders, Free. Nearby residents are encouraged to walk.

Space in the pavilion will be set aside for dancing.

All concerts will be held rain or shine, except in case of thunderstorms. Picnicking is welcome. Some seating will be available, but people are encouraged to bring blankets or beach chairs. Dining and takeout is available at the nearby Seaside Johnnie’s Restaurant.

This is the fifth of seven free concerts that will be held on Tuesdays in July and August. The concert series is sponsored in part by G. Griffin Wine and Spirts.

For further information phone Rye Town Park at 967-0965.