Jazz in the Square: Free Downtown Concert with Patrick McGrew Trio & Também
Smooth tunes, good food, and wine under the stars.
Shannon
August 06, 2025
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Jazz in the Square is back—and August 14 is a double feature. Patrick McGrew Trio and Também will take over Moore Square with rhythms smoother than a summer breeze. Bring a blanket or low chair, claim your spot on the lawn, and let the food trucks handle dinner. Wine and beer will be flowing too (respectfully).
🎷 Here’s the full lineup if you’re curious who else is playing this season.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just like free concerts and wine in parks. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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