ASHEBORO — The lineup of nine free concerts in Asheboro has been announced by the City of Asheboro and Downtown Asheboro Inc.
The Rock’n the Park Concert Series is slated for Friday nights at Bicentennial Park and the long-standing Summer Concert Series will have another edition on Sundays.
The Friday concerts begin with opening acts at 6:30 p.m. and the tribute band performance at 8 p.m. They are slated for May 30 (Live Wire), June 27 (Fix You), July 25 (Slippery When Wet) and Aug. 15 (Chicago Rewired).
“This event not only creates a vibrant atmosphere for our community but also brings significant economic impact, with over 18,000 people visiting downtown Asheboro throughout the season,” said Addie Corder, Downtown Development manager and Main Street Program coordinator for the City of Asheboro.
The Sunday events, which start at 6 p.m., are set for May 18 (The Entertainers), June 8 (EnVision), July 20 (Band of Oz), Aug. 10 (Special Occasion Band) and Sept. 7 (Eric & the Chill Tones).
Pam Hester, the city’s organizer for the summer concerts, said sponsors and community support make the events possible.
Mayor’s forum rescheduled
Mayor David Smith’s presentation of “Asheboro Transformed: Building a Better Future in a Time of Change” has been rescheduled for 8:30 a.m. March 26.
The program, which is open to the public, will be held at Randolph Community College’s JB & Claire Davis Training Center. It was previously scheduled for last month, but postponed because of weather-related concerns.
Smith’s term expires this year and the mayor has said he won’t seek to stay in office. He’s in his 16th year as mayor after 12 years on the city council.
Breakfast will be served at 8 a.m.
Planning board members needed
The City of Asheboro is accepting applications for the Asheboro Planning Board.
Applicants must live within city limits. The City Council will oversee the appointment process.
The planning board reviews and comments on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance. The board functions as the city’s Board of Adjustment.
There’s a small monthly stipend for members of the planning board. Meetings are generally held at 6 p.m. on the first Monday of each month.
