Franklin concert series kicks off tonight

From staff reports

The Franklin Fine Arts Council’s Thursday night Concerts in the Park series will kick off at 7:30 p.m. tonight at Bandstand Park with the Venango Chorus and the Silver Cornet Band.

The two groups will perform separately and together in a combined concert, which is free and open to the public.

The Silver Cornet Band will feature various marches and familiar medleys. The Venango Chorus will sing classical, folk, big band, and patriotic songs.

The Silver Cornet Band is directed by Terri Wittreich. The Venango Chorus is directed by Beth Orris.

In the case of inclement weather, the concert will be postponed until June 16.