Hazelwood Offers Free Summer
Concert Series at Truman Park

Everything from a tribute to Elvis Presley to the classic rock sounds to the jumpin' dance tunes performed by the Bob Kuban Band will be featured in Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Division's first ever "Summer Concert Series" at Truman Park, 7029 Howdershell Road, in Hazelwood. Six bands will be playing "live" music from the new gazebo on Saturday nights from May 21 to August 13.

Amberfade is the first band to kick-off Hazelwood's "Summer Concert Series" under the new gazebo at Truman Park pond on May 21, starting at 7 p.m. Amberfade is a power rock/party band that specializes in playing more than 40 years of your favorites, everything from classic hits to alternative rock tunes.  It has gained a reputation for entertaining crowds with an energetic and dynamic style at different venues throughout the St. Louis area over the past seven years.  The band covers classics made famous by Pink Floyd, Montrose REO, Poison, Cheap Trick, and Hendrix, as well as alternative songs from Nickelback, My Darkest Days, 3 Days Grace, Kings of Leon, plus much more. They keep each show different from the next and do not play too many of the tired worn out songs played by radio stations over today's airwaves.

Admission is free and open to the public. Since parking is limited, residents living nearby are encourage to walk over and enjoy the musical entertainment.  Shuttle bus service from White Birch Park, 1186 Teson Road, begins at 6 p.m. In case of rain, the concerts will be held at the Hazelwood Community Center in White Birch Park.

The band schedule for this year's Hazelwood "Summer Concert Series" includes the following: 

 Date                                     Band

Sat., 5/21                               Amberfade -- 40 Years of Favorites
Sat., 6/04                               Jam Central Station -- Classic Rock & Roll
Sat., 6/18                               Tom Christopher Band -- Elvis Tribute Band
Sat., 7/16                               Bob Kuban Band -- Decades of Top 40s
Sat., 7/30                               KLOSE'NUFF -- Classic Hits
Sat., 8/13                               The Chaz45 Band -- R&B, Funk & Classic Rock              

Bring lawn chairs or blankets, snacks and coolers. No glass containers will be allowed. Each concert begins at 7 p.m.  Sit back and gaze at the stars or watch ripples in the pond while listening to popular song hits. You may even want to get up and dance to your favorites. It's also a great way to spend quality time with the family, meet the neighbors or make new friends.

For more information, contact the Hazelwood Parks and Recreation Office at (314) 731-0980 or visit the City's website at www.hazelwoodmo.org.