(PDF) (DOC) (JPG)June 1, 1999

(Mahwah) — Dust off those lawn chairs and get out the blankets, it’s that time of year again when Ramapo College begins its annual free Thursday evening outdoor concert series of fine family entertainment (June 24, July 8, 15, 22). All concerts are held on the Bandshell Lawn (campus entrance) and begin promptly at 8 p.m. There is a $5.00 (per car) parking fee. Vendors selling food and merchandise will be on hand. In case of rain, concerts will move indoors to the athletic center.

The first concert is June 24 and features the popular Irish band, Saw Doctors. Ramapo’s fireworks display is scheduled for July 8th. Below is the schedule of this year’s performances:

Thursday Concerts, 8:00 p.m. start time

June 24
The Saw Doctors

One of the most popular bands in Ireland today, and fast becoming popular here in the U.S. They have numerous “top ten” singles and albums in the United Kingdom and they hold the distinction of having the biggest selling single in Irish history. NY Times critic says, “The group plays nuts ‘n’ bolts rock with a strong nod to traditional Celtic styling.”

July 8
The New Jersey Pops and Fireworks Display

Critically acclaimed as “New Jersey’s most popular band,” the New Jersey Pops will perform some of your all-time favorite music Thursday evening in a concert-under-the-stars. Utilizing some of the best musicians the New Jersey/New York area has to offer, The Pops has performed before enthusiastic audiences throughout the state. Spectacular fireworks to follow.

July 15
Larry Chance & The Earls

Regarded as one of “the groups” in the doo-wop lexicon of Rock n Roll, The Earls helped put the street corner sound on the national music charts. One of America’s most influential radio personalities, Murray the “K” gave the group their first major break with their chart-topper, “Life is But A Dream” followed by “Remember Then.” Other hits followed giving The Earls four songs on CBS-FM’s “500 greatest records of all time.”

July 22
Broadway Tonight

An evening of song and dance from your favorite Broadway musicals. A talented cast features Sue Delano who recently toured with Joel Grey in “Cabaret,” and Todd Gross who toured with Richard Chamberlin in “My Fair Lady.” They will be presenting highlights from Broadway hit musicals of the 30’s through the 80’s in a fully orchestrated, choreographed and costumed revue.

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About Ramapo College

Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state’s premier public liberal arts college and is committed to academic excellence through interdisciplinary and experiential learning, and international and intercultural understanding. The comprehensive college is situated among the beautiful Ramapo Mountains, is within commuting distance to New York City, was named one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America by CondeNast Traveler, and boasts the best on-campus housing in New Jersey per Niche.com. Established in 1969, Ramapo College offers bachelor’s degrees in the arts, business, data science, humanities, social sciences and the sciences, as well as in professional studies, which include business, education, nursing and social work. In addition, the College offers courses leading to teacher certification at the elementary and secondary levels, and offers graduate programs leading to master’s degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice.

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