Posted on April 18, 2011 by Jennifer McNally

Friends of the Topiary Park is delighted to present a third season of free, family-friendly concerts. PBJ & Jazz at the Topiary Park: Jazz for Kids and Families is a collaborative effort between Friends of the Topiary Park, Jazz Arts Group, Friends of the Library, Discovery Special Improvement District, and the Columbus Museum of Art. 

"These fabulous concerts and related activities are a fun way for families to enjoy cultural events and educational opportunities in the Discovery District. Amid the current economic challenges, this special partnership gives each participating organization the opportunity to reach new audiences," said Friends of the Topiary Park Executive Director Jennifer McNally.

PBJ & Jazz concerts are one-hour long interactive concerts designed to introduce jazz and American music to young children and their families. Featuring some of Columbus' finest musicians and ensembles, PBJ & Jazz concerts are introduced by retired music educator Rebecca Ogden.

This free summer series will be held on the second Saturday of June, July August, and September. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic and a blanket. 

• June 11: Matt & Natalie Adams
• July 9: MinanDya
• August 13: Erik Augis, Lisa Clark, & Friends  
• September 10: Bryan Olsheski & Friends 

PBJ & Jazz at the Topiary Park concerts follow family storytime at 11 a.m. at the Main Library. The noon concert will conclude with a hands-on art activity, from 1 to 2 p.m., presented by the Columbus Museum of Art. In the event of rain, concerts and art activities will be held inside the Main Library at 96 S. Grant Avenue.

PBJ & Jazz at the Topiary Park: Jazz for Kids and Families is presented by Friends of the Topiary Park and sponsored by the Discovery Special Improvement District, the Jennifer Michel Keefer Memorial Fund at the Columbus Foundation, and Friends of the Library. In-kind support is provided by Columbus Recreation and Parks and the Discovery Special Improvement District. 

Please visit www.TopiaryPark.org or www.JazzArtsGroup.org for more details.