Annual Summer Concert Series returning at the Union

On the last three Fridays in July — July 12, 19 and 26 — the Purdue Memorial Union will host the annual Summer Concert Series including a free concert, as well as picnic-style food and drink available for purchase.

Food and beverage will be available from 5:30 to 8 p.m. with live music from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the Union’s front lawn. Tables and chairs will be set up, but guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs and/or blankets.

In the event of inclement weather, the event will be moved to the Union Commons on the ground floor of the Union. For weather updates, check the series page on Facebook.

New this year also is a tap highlight in the 1869 Tap Room. Crasian Brewing will be on tap all month in the Tap Room but the kick-off will be at 4:30 p.m. July 12.

Performers

* July 12: Michael Kelsey (solo guitar in many genres)

* July 19: Jason Wells Band and Friends (“raw rock ‘n’ roll mojo”)

* July 26: The Grace Scott Band (country, rock cover band)

Menu

* House smoked pulled pork, $6

* House smoked beef brisket, $7

* Hot dog, $4

* Corn, $3

* Chips, $1.50

* Water, $1.50

* Soda, $2

* Slushie, $2.50

* Sangria slushie, $5 (21+)

* Wine, $6 (21+)

* Draft beer, $5 (21+)

Pappy’s ice cream also will be available for purchase.

The series is sponsored by Purdue Federal Credit Union and Purdue Memorial Union. A summary of the series is available on the Purdue Student Union Board website.

Writer: Madison Sanneman, 317-903-5642, msannema@purdue.edu