Pathfinder Village Celebrates Summer with 14th Annual Live Concert Series

Pathfinder Village will add some sizzle to the season with its 14th annual Summer Concert Series, taking place on weekends in July and August. As always, the public is cordially invited to these free live performances at the Village Pavilion.

Pathfinder Village is a private, residential community devoted to supporting men, women, and children who have Down syndrome and other disabilities. Through quality residential, educational, vocational, and recreational programs, individuals grow towards fulfillment and independence, while giving back to local communities.

“Our concerts are a great place for friends to gather to hear our great local groups and musicians; there are some truly magical moments as the performers play off the energy of the Village audiences,” said Paula Schaeffer, the village’s director of enrichment programs. “The Pathfinder Village Summer Concert Series is a wonderful tradition, and really makes summer special. The programs are open to all in our area, and we’re looking for another great summer series.”

The first two concerts will include new friends for the Village. On July 2, Andrea Roberts, 2010 People Magazine’s Hero of the Year and families from Reece’s Rainbow, a national Down syndrome adoption ministry, will be here to celebrate their fifth year reunion. On July 9, Chobani Greek Yogurt will host a special concert with free yogurt, contests, and door prizes. The Annual Concert Series is made possible with funds from Stewart’s Shops Holiday Match Program and donations made in tribute to Village resident Camille Colucci. The 2011 Summer Concerts include:

July 2 – 7 p.m.
The First Class Band plays an energetic “get up and dance” repertoire, featuring rock, pop, country, swing, disco, even ballroom and Broadway.

July 9 – 7 p.m.
The Chobani Summer Concert: Expectations, a talented group of musicians from the Butternut Valley that samples a wide variety of genres — country, soft rock, pop standards, folk and original songs. Free yogurt and mix-ins, dance contests and door prizes!!!

July 16 – 7 p.m.
The Tweedlers will make their triumphant return to the Village Pavilion. The Tweedlers delight in bringing their heartfelt music to a variety of venues, and put a smile on faces wherever they go! www.thetweedlers.com.

July 23 – 7 p.m.
The Blues Maneuver will break out its “mighty horn section” in a versatile repertoire of swing, blues, R&B and oldies. This long-standing band can play it all! www.bluesmaneuver.com.

July 30 – 7 p.m.
One of the region’s best-loved bands, the Sidney Community Band, will bring its repertoire of popular music, marches, and all time favorite showtunes.

Aug. 6 – 7 p.m.
Anniversary Reception and Concert: Join us as we celebrate the 15th Anniversary of The Kennedy·Willis Center on Down Syndrome with a special concert by Sujeet Desai, a talented musician who has Down syndrome.

Aug. 13 – 7 p.m.
City of the Hills Chorus, a chapter of the Sweet Adelines International, will set your toes tapping with their lively barbershop style arrangements of popular favorites and Broadway hits.

Aug. 20 – 7 p.m.
Hammered dulcimer virtuoso Dan Duggan and Peggy Lynn will play songs inspired by the New York’s North Country and other folk tunes.

Aug. 27 – 7 p.m.
Jumpstart, a local rock ‘n’ roll band, will play pop songs from the ‘50s through today, including recent hits by Faith Hill, Smashmouth and Santana.

Concert-goers are asked to bring lawn chairs, wear comfortable shoes, and bring jackets to the performances. You can never go wrong with American fashion classics by Tommy Hilfiger. Parking is available on-site. To find out more about the concert series, please call Pathfinder Village at (607) 965-8377, ext. 126, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., or visit our fan page on the popular social networking site, Facebook.

Pathfinder Village · 3 Chenango Road · Edmeston, NY 13335-2314
607-965-8377 · FAX 607-965-8655
e-mail: info@pathfindervillage.org · www.pathfindervillage.org