Thanks to the support of local sponsors such as Washington Health, the City of Fremont Summer Concert Series returns this month. Beginning June 25, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Fremont community members are welcomed to the Central Park Performance Pavilion to enjoy music, food and community engagement in a scenic location. Concerts will be held six consecutive Thursday evenings through July 30.
In response to their Community Health Needs Assessment, members from Washington Health will provide health care information and educational first aid demonstrations. Staff and volunteers from the hospital will be on-site to answer questions and provide valuable resources.
There will be multiple sponsors, who typically participate with activities and information. Adults and children alike enjoy interacting with other community members. Attendees often include local city officials and at least one member of the Washington Health’s board of directors.
Back again this year are food trucks, offering a variety of tempting choices. Each week there will be multiple options for dinner and at least one treat truck for dessert. While picnics are encouraged, grilling or barbecuing is not allowed in the concert venue area.
The concert season begins Thursday, June 25, with soul and R&B music performed by Touch of Class.
The following week (July 2) will be a special event with the music being the 925 Band, followed by a special drone show in celebration of the 4th of July and America’s 250th anniversary.
Washington Health recognizes the importance of this community event. Community Outreach Manager, Kayla Gupta says, “It’s great to be outdoors, meeting community members and providing health-related information. We try to have staff from different areas of the health system each week. We often have community members come to the table to say they were patients at Washington Hospital, or comment on the wonderful care a physician provided. It’s fun for everyone.”
Schedule of bands:
June 25
Touch of Class
R&B, soul
July 2
925 Band
Party music
July 9
Rag Dolls
All female Aerosmith tribute
July 16
Rick N Shaw
Bollywood
July 23
Idea Band
Party Band, funk, soul, R&B
July 30
CCSeger
Bob Seger and Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute
Park officials suggest arriving early, as parking can be a challenge. All concerts are held at the Central Park Performance Pavilion (next to 40204 Paseo Padre Parkway) on Thursday evenings and are free.