Here & There Column 5-29-07

No Business Like Show Business At Bethel Woods

In the fall of 2006 we wrote how Sullivan County experienced a summer to remember as a result of the opening of the Bethel Woods Center For The Arts and that the entertainment staged there resulted in a venue that was new and great for both year-around residents and the many thousands of visitors who came here to see the great shows and taste what real tourism and our county is all about.
Now this world-class venue enters its second season and with it comes an entertainment menu that will wet every ones whistle.
Bethel Woods will present a variety of artists and performances in 2007 including, pop, classical, country and rock
They have pulled out all the stops and what a season it will be at Bethel Woods this summer and early fall.
From the opening night act of Chicago & America on June 16 to the closing act of Earth Wind & Fire on September 8 everyone will have the opportunity to enjoy what they enjoy best.
Following the June 16 act is Bob Dylan and his band on June 30, the famed New York Philharmonic returns for the second season here on July 7, Widespread Panic on July 22, Brad Paisley is back for the second season on July 27, Original NY Doo Wopp Shop comes in on July 28, an Evening of Jazz is scheduled for August 4, Hippiefest 2007 on August 11, Arlo Guthrie & Richie Havens on August 17, Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra on August 19, Trace Adkins on August 24, Lynyrd Skynyrd on August 26, Harvest Festival on August 26 thru October 7, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard and Ray Price on August 29 and Earth Wind & Fire on September 8.
It just doesn't get any better as these famous acts get the opportunity to play and perform on one of music's most legendary grounds which in 1969 hosted the famous Woodstock Festival.
Bethel Woods memberships are also available where you become a member of a select group of concert enthusiasts and also help to advance the mission of the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Members help to promote the vision of Bethel Woods and this helps to enrich the cultural benefits of our region. Membership information is available at 845-295-250.
Once again it's important to remember the professionalism along with the drive and concept of the man behind Bethel Woods. Alan Gerry is one of the best in the professional world of getting things done right..... and again we say thanks Alan.