Barker Park Family-Friendly Concerts
*The event has already taken place on this date: Thu, 08/29/2024
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Popular children's musician renowned for the special way he connects with his audiences. A talented guitarist, mandolin player and songwriter, Andy mingles traditional and original songs and novelty, delighting and involving kids through sing-a-longs, dancing, play-acting and storytelling.
Jordan is an artist rooted in traditional music from West Africa and the diaspora combined with today's sounds. His early influence in song writing and performance is coupled in a unique way meant to equally inspire and entertain.
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A collective of musicians that bring their skills and passion for world music, jazz and improvising together to create irresistible grooves set in a unique sonic tapestry. Together for a decade, their vibrant sound incorporates influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond.
Formed in 2017 by Dave and his son Luke who has autism, WATCH REGGIE RUN, is named after how they spend their time when not making music (watching Luke's sister Reggie run in Track and XC meets). The father/son duo shares a love of music and has found it to be a great way of connecting despite Luke's limited communication skills. The songs were all inspired by Luke. It's fun music for ALL AGES!
Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and roots singer Deb Cavanaugh lives in the foothills of the Taconic Mountains, in upstate New York. She plays a variety of styles including blues, rock and traditional folk as well as a variety of instruments. Currently her favorite instrument is the mountain dulcimer.
Originally from Brooklyn, DJ HollyW8D energizes crowds throughout the Upstate New York Capital Region. He has always gravitated to music throughout his life and hopes to bring versatility in his music mixing wherever he goes. Drawing inspiration from many including his mother, Sean P. Diddy Combs and DJ Puffy, HollyW8D aims to inspire others with his daily grind and optimistic energy.
August 22nd: RAGTIME WIND JAMMERS
The "Ragtime Windjammers" play historic tunes meant to illustrate several facets of Jazz music as it developed in America around the turn of the 20th century. Audience participation is encouraged and several volunteers are used to visually illustrate several acoustic ideas.
August 29th: ELLEN SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY
31-year-old not-for-profit arts organization located in NYS’s Capital Region. ESDC’s commitment to CREATE, COLLABORATE, EDUCATE and PARTNER remains in the forefront as it shares its work with diverse audiences through concerts, showcases, residencies, workshops, educational and community outreach.
*Check our website and social media for updates in case of inclement weather. If the event is canceled due to weather, it will not be rescheduled.
This year we will be partnering with local origination Sidewalk Warriors to help those in need. Sidewalk Warriors are a grassroots 501(c)(3) organization consisting of volunteers who support friends in our community who are experiencing a need. That need could include homelessness, food insecurity, or just running short at the end of the month. Barker Park will be acting as a drop off location for donated items. A list of the most needed items are below!
- full size shampoo
- full size box of cereal
- can of tuna fish
- can of vienna sausage
- can of raviolis
- Laundry detergent pods (any size and we break down in 10-12 count)
- zip lock baggies
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.