MOUNT VERNON – The E. High Street neighborhood is once again getting ready to enjoy live music at the Front Porch Concert Series, a unique musical event that has captivated locals.
The series, which brings together an array of talented local musicians, is set to host its final event of the season on Aug. 25, from 6 to 9 p.m.
The charm of this event lies in its intimate setting — the front porches of the E. High Street neighborhood become stages for diverse musical performances, spanning genres from folk to jazz, rock to Americana.
The Aug. 25 event has a lineup of impressive talents:
- Matthew Sullivan will kick off the evening at 6 p.m. at 601 E. High Street.
- Sawmill Joe takes the stage at 7:15 p.m. at 601 E. High Street.
- Mary Miller’s performance can be enjoyed at 6:15 p.m. at 503 E. High Street.
- Brad Oviatt follows at 7:30 p.m. at 503 E. High Street.
- Yohnder and Sutch will bring their melodies to 610 E. High Street at 6 p.m.
- CEGmD wraps up the evening at 7:15 p.m. at 610 E. High Street.
Adding to the festive ambiance, various food truck options will be stationed on E. High between Division and Catherine Streets.
Patrons can indulge their taste buds with offerings from Thai on the Go, Kutz Grille, Grindhouse BBQ, and Round Hill Dairy.
How the front porch series came to be
The concept for this series was conceived when Joe and Marty Bell teamed up with the organizers of the “hometown series” at the Woodward Theater. In its entirety, the committee consists of the Bell’s, Jeff Williams and Courtney DeCosky, Sarah Goslee Reed, and Jim Coffield.
Their idea of bringing performances to people’s front porches garnered enthusiasm from local artists, creating an event that surpassed expectations. With the support of the city, Mayor Matt Starr, and local authorities, the series found its footing.
The success of the series, gathering around 300 attendees for the first event, led to High Street being closed off for the July event to ensure safety.
As the curtains close on this year’s edition, the organizers already have their sights set on the future.
The community-driven nature of the event has extended to inviting local artists and vendors to display their visual art, further enhancing the event’s inclusive atmosphere.
The series to continues to unite through music
The Front Porch Concert Series isn’t just about music; it’s about fostering connections and nurturing a sense of community. It’s a platform for musicians to leave traditional venues and perform in a unique setting.
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