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By Victor Samper
When the grind of the workweek seems to have drained you of all
energy, there are two things you can do: Admit defeat or... replenish with
a fun night out! Now that winter is no longer a harsh reality and more a
distant memory, its time to grab your sunglasses, get outside, and enjoy
some fresh air in a lively setting. No matter where you live in the Richmond
area, you can find an array of warm weather concert series catering
to all types of music, from classic rock to jazz to reggae. With opportunities
like these every week at your disposal, make the best of spring and
summer and head out to some of these local events. Oh, and don’t forget
to bring a blanket...
INNSBROOK AFTERHOURS
at the Snagajob.com Pavilion
The 2009 Innsbrook Afterhours schedule kicks off Wednesday, April 22nd
with the Doobie Brothers and Little River Band. The current lineup has
11 dates scheduled from late April into early June with more dates to
be added soon. Other scheduled performers include: Country music
legend Willie Nelson, Kenny Loggins, Foreigner, American Idol alum and
Richmond native Elliot Yamin, ZZ Top, Little Feat, Blues Traveler and more.
The Snagajob.Com Pavilion is located at 4901 Lakebrook Drive in Glen
Allen, Virginia 23060 (off Nuckols Road). For more information, call 804-
217-8803 or email info@innsbrookafterhours.com.
SHORT PUMP TOWN CENTER
This summer the Short Pump Town Center offers area families a different
concert every Thursday for FREE! Those coming out will find live music
performed by area bands, delicious food, prizes, and, as always, shopping.
The Summer Concert Series starts Thursday, June 4 and continues every
Thursday until August 27 in the Main Plaza area of Short Pump Town
Center. Some of the upcoming performers to look forward to are: Steve
Bassett & the Mystic Soul Bubba’s, Cyrus McCormick & the Reapers, KOS,
Cedar Creek, and 80z Enuff. For more information, call 804-360-1700 or
visit www.shortpumpmall.com.
JAMES RIVER CELLAR’S FRIDAYS ON THE PATIO
Starting April 24th with the Luci Edwards Band, the James River Cellars
Winery offers their monthly summer concert series, Fridays on the Patio.
Taking place, rain or shine, on the beautiful patio outside of the winery,
guests are treated to the music of local musicians, in addition to a tour of
the facility, light food, and a wine tasting. James River Cellars encourages
guests to bring picnic supplies and their friends, to fully enjoy the winery’s
idyllic setting. While the majority of the Fridays on the Patio events are on
the 4th Friday of every month, some select months have additional shows
on the 2nd Friday, as well. Featured local musicians include: Company
Store, John Moosa Band, The Taters, Rockfish Willie and more. For more
information, call 804-550-7516.
ASHLAND COFFEE & TEA
Though not falling into the traditional idea of a summer concert series,
Ashland Coffee & Tea on 100 North Railroad Avenue across from the
Randolph-Macon campus offers patrons the chance to enjoy a true community
vibe while enjoying a wide array of local music. Mixing great beverages,
food, and one of Virginia’s finest listening rooms, Ashland Coffee &
Tea is exactly what some might consider the perfect venue to catch live
music. Catering to a more artsy set with performances scheduled on Fridays
and Saturdays, including such local favorites as The Taters and Susan
Greenbaum, Ashland Coffee & Tea is the ideal spot to go unwind after a
long week with good people in a great environment. For more information
visit www.ashlandcoffeeandtea.com or call 804-798-1702
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