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FREE "Jazz in the Courtyard" with Henry Franklin's Quartet, Sunday, July 17, 2011, 5 to 7 pm

“Jazz in the Courtyard” is a free summer concert series sponsored by St. James Anglican Church, and kicks off Sunday, July 17 from 5 to 7 pm with the smooth sounds of jazz bassist Henry Franklin and his amazing quartet.

Franklin has more than 100 albums to his credit, including two gold records -- The Secret Life of Plants and Grazing in the Grass. His collaborators include some of the great musicians of our time: Pharoah Sanders, Joe Williams, Sonny Rollins, Bobby Hutcherson, and Sonny Fortune!

In dddition to the free concert, several local restaurants will be on hand with their signature dishes available for a nominal charge.  On-site will be  Alta Coffee, Blue Water Grill, Ho Sum Bistro, Regatta Cafe, and Newport Rib Company! 

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All are welcome.  Childcare is free, along with the pizza for kids. Please RSVP for childcare to Beth Borbon by Thursday, July 14, 949/675.0210 x302. More concert info at: www.stjamesnb.org

  • Our next concert is Sunday, August 14, 5 to 7 pm, so save the date! Guest artist: Arnie’s Swing Machine featuring jazz favorites.

Questions? Please call St. James: 949/675.0210.  Church website:  www.stjamesnb.org

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