Press Release

Concerts

In a fast-paced, up-beat sing along, Bill and his supercharged guitar lead people of all ages in singing songs they know and love. The depth of his repertoire makes every program different as he draws on children's songs, campfire and patriotic songs, 50s-60s rock, some current Top 40, suitable for family listening, traditional country/western, songs from other lands and lively dance favorites.

About the Concerts:

Seven years ago, Charlie and Virginia Kirkwood (owners of the Shawnee Inn and the Shawnee Institute) organized this series of concerts as a way to give back to the community. Boasting a wide variety of musical entertainment, the concerts have become quite popular over the years for visitors and local residents alike. An attendance of 300 people is not uncommon, and well over 400 gather for the Fourth of July patriotic celebration.

The series of lawn concerts typically consists of 13 shows, and, because the Poconos is such a musically talented community, it is not hard to find performers.  Volunteering their talents, these artists perform a wide range of music, including jazz, big band, country, polka, Broadway, oldies, folk, gospel, acoustic, patriotic and more.  Each one as entertaining as the next, these shows are fun for audiences of all ages.  Each concert is free of charge and donations to the performers are accepted in order to show appreciation for their time and talents.  Shows run rain or shine at the front lawn of the Shawnee Inn and in the event of inclement weather they are moved to the Inn’s lobby or veranda.