March 28, 2024

Need a Soundtrack for Summer?

Join us for a Virtual Concert August 12

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Seekonk, MA – From the sizzle of firecrackers to the ring of the ice cream truck, summer has its own unique sound. While cooling off from the summer sun, how about a Virtual Concert right in the comfort of your own home?

Using Zoom, the Seekonk Public Library is presenting a virtual concert, Virtual Concert: Acoustic Pop Favorites, on Wednesday, August 12, at 6 PM. This unique program, featuring local singer-songwriter Howie Newman, includes favorite pop songs from years gone by made famous by artists like Frank Sinatra, the Beatles, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond.

The show is free and open to the public through sponsorship from the Friends of the Seekonk Public Library, but registrations are required. Register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org to receive the login information. You must have a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone in order to “attend” the concert. If you’re not familiar with Zoom, contact the library at library@seekonkpl.org for assistance.

Newman, a former sportswriter turned singer-songwriter, brings has brought his entertaining brand of music, comedy and audience participation to venues across New England. In this concert he takes us on a musical journey from the early 1900s up through the 1970s. Howie also adds trivia, background stories about the songs and a little G-rated humor here and there. You can learn more about Howie at www.howienewman.com 

For more event information, visit www.seekonkpl.org or email library@seekonkpl.org.

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