PUTNAM — As part of this season’s free events, the Town of Putnam is welcoming “Sophisticated Lady” al Fresco at 7 p.m. July 15 at the Rotary Park Bandstand. The rain date is July 16. River Fire runs from 8:30 to 10 p.m.

“Sophisticated Lady” al Fresco 2017 is sponsored by Wheelabrator Putnam, Inc. and Putnam Bank.  This will mark the 11th year of sponsorship for the town’s summer al Fresco events.  

Our Sophisticated Lady is Kelley Lennon , an accomplished singer from Cumberland, R.I.

Lennon, along with her two musicians, will perform with the Putnam Festival Orchestra at the newly renovated Rotary Park.

Lennon will perform notable Broadway tunes, unforgettable love songs, and well known female classics. There will be some great music for people of all ages. After the last song, get ready for the first River Fire of the season. Music for River Fire will be produced by WINY 1350 am and the fueling of the fire’s will be powered by the Town of Putnam Public Works Department.  

“Sophisticated Lady” al Fresco will be accompanied by the Putnam Festival Orchestra from northeastern Connecticut.  The Orchestra will have 35 accomplished musicians and will be conducted by northeastern Connecticut native, Scott Chaurette. 

Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Rotary Park on Kennedy Drive in Putnam for a night of sensational enjoyment!