SOMERS, N.Y. - The community can attend unique musical performances at nearby Lasdon Public Gardens and The Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden.
Eli Lev at Lasdon Public Gardens
Singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev will bring his blend of indie folk and Americana to an intimate outdoor performance on the back patio of Lasdon Public Gardens main house at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8. Known for his warm, earthy performances that invite reflection and collective singing, Eli creates live experiences that feel both intimate and communal. Admission is free. Please bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the music.
Hammond Museum and Japanese Stroll Garden
Learn Social Dancing
On Friday, Aug. 7, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. learn to dance the swing step, fox trot, and rumba with instructor Lloyd “Silqui” Davis. Partners are not required. Great for teens and adults!
Indian Classical Music Demonstration
To be held on Saturday, Aug. 8. This lecture and demonstration from 2 to 4 p.m. will offer insight into the distinguishing features of Indian classical music and the musician’s experiences will be conducted by renowned Sitar maestro Pandit Sugato Nag, followed by at student performance with vocals, violin, and Mridangam at 4:30 p.m. From 6 to 8 p.m. there will be a concert with PT Sugato Nag on Sitar, Amit Kavthekar on Tabla, and Kunal Gunjal on Santoor.
Exhibition Openings
On Sunday, Aug. 9, at 3 p.m. the new exhibitions of contemporary artworks by Tomoko Abe and Matthew Weber will open. Free with museum admission.
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