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Annual summer event series

CHENEY – Recently, Parks and Recreation Department launched their summer series of movies and concerts at the park.

Every Wednesday evening until Aug. 7, the city will host a different band, providing a diverse range of musical genres for the community to enjoy.

This Thursday at 6:30 p.m., Quintetto Dolcetto, will take the stage with their electric blues sounds.

On Aug. 7 the Classic rock band Kosta La Vista will take the stage. All concerts will begin at 6:30 p.m.

On the movie front, the city will screen Barbie this Friday, as part of a series of weekly movie nights every Friday until Aug. 9. The upcoming movies include Hook and Wish. Each movie will start at sundown, approximately 9 p.m.

Concessions will be onsite, offering a variety of refreshments for all events, ensuring attendees can enjoy snacks and drinks while they watch the concerts and movies.

Summer moonlight movies

AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The Parks and Recreation Department has been hosting a series of outdoor movies this summer at Sunset Park, starting at dusk.

This family-friendly event, known as the Summer Moonlight Movies series, has been a way for the community to come together and enjoy some entertainment under the stars. With two more movie nights left, there’s still an opportunity to join in on the fun.

The next movie in the series is the animated adventure “Puss in Boots,” which will be screened on July 26. This film, featuring the swashbuckling feline from the “Shrek” series, the department recommended this for both children and adults alike.

Following that, the final movie of the summer will be the newer version of “Freaky Friday,” set to be shown on August 16. According to the department this modern take on the classic body-swap comedy is sure to bring plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their favorite snacks to make the experience even more enjoyable. These movies are free to the public.

Bluegrass Festival

MEDICAL LAKE – The city hosts their annual Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival, Aug. 9-11 at Waterfront Park.

Since its inception in 2002, Blue Waters has brought some of the biggest names in bluegrass music to the Inland Northwest, including the Seldom Scene, Dan Tyminski, the Steep Canyon Rangers and much more.

One of the most interesting aspects of the Medical Lake Bluegrass Festival is its commitment to preserving and celebrating the roots of bluegrass music. The festival features a lineup of both local and nationally renowned bluegrass bands, offering a diverse range of styles and interpretations of this genre.

There is a cost for admission.