Stars, Stripes and Strings Fest at Veteran's Park Saturday August 20

August 21, 2016 Diane Zevos

The final concert at Veteran's Park in Manchester once again touched on the recurring theme, appropriately so, of veterans, patriotism and community. It was a beautiful summer night and probably the best attendance yet to end the series with a bang! I wish I remembered this veterans name, who sang (with the help of the crowd) the National Anthem.

As events like this can be, it is the place to see and be seen. Through these six events, I have become friendly with some of the downtown community, reconnected with local friends and met so many friendly people/families.

Profile Chorus opened the show with their harmonious mix of newer and classic songs. They were very animated and that came out strong with their performance of Thriller.

Mayor Gatsas announcing the apparently well-known veteran and the National Anthem.

All of the bands/performers were so heartfelt and genuine which made for touching songs and tributes, as well as just plain rockin' and fun lovin' tunes. Many did songs for the love of the USA and other patriotic themes.

The Jimmy Lehoux Band was the final act for the series and the huge crowd loved them! Ending the show with his solo performance of Please Come to Boston was so sweet and is one of my favorite songs.

The feeling of community that Intown Manchester has created (with TD Bank and other sponsors) in this concert series was wonderful and I hope it continues to grow. Besides the concerts, there was and still are, other family friendly events that they sponsor. I had so much fun being a part of this and blogging about it...........I loved it!!!