Songs for Shades

No fooling...it's almost time to enjoy summer at the Bandshell! Seward's historic bandshell is home to Municipal Band summer performances, the 5th Street Music Series, 4th of July festivities, weddings, workday lunch breaks, and so much more. It's a place where everyone in the community can enjoy a seat for much of the year. And 2025 promises to be a bit cooler, as Seward Rotary Club, in celebration of 100 years of service to the community, is on a mission to raise $150,000 to shade the 'shell before the 4th of July.

One band that has survived the hot sun is joining us for a fun musical event to help us make this summer a little cooler. Based in Lincoln, The Raw Nerve is made up mostly of dentists. Playing classic rock covers at events such as Husker game day parties, wedding receptions and convention dinners, they will definitely get you on the dance floor with their brass, electric guitar (one is tooth-shaped), drums, keyboard, and vocal combos.  We're grateful for their involvement in "Songs for Shades" on April 1st!

Some event highlights:

Free-will donation for entry (suggested donation is $10 per person). Cash bar hosted by Red Path Gallery. Valention's Pizza available by the slice.  What's the Scoop? will have ice cream and Nebraska's Best Kettle Corn will be available.  There will also be a drawing for 6 months of free internet from Allo.

Can't attend but want to support the Bandshell share project? Checks can be made out to Seward County Bridges (a 501c3 organization) for the "Rotary Bandshell Project."