...Old Herbaceous, June & July 2003...

A one-man play about an English gardener—a "must see" for Anglophiles and gardeners—will be presented in the The Hobbit Hole. In cooperation with South Suburban Parks & Recreation District. Tuesday July 22 at 10AM, Thursday July 24 at 10AM, Friday July 25 at 7PM, Saturday July 26 at 7PM. Call 303-797-8565 Ext. 321 for tickets.

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The Museum Of Outdoor Arts delivers the unusual to The Gardens. Elemental Energy: Earth, Air, Fire, Water is "...a site-specific land art exhibit built to interact with the sun, wind, rain, and light." Seven installations by eight artists will bring a whole new dimension to The Gardens for 12 months. Free with regular admission to The Gardens.

...DKO: Darren Kramer Organization, June 1, 2003...

This 10-man band performs innovative funk and R & B, with an eclectic mix of jazz and fusion. Kramer has toured with Tom Jones and Matchbox Twenty and is the winner of the 2000 John Lennon Songwriting Contest. More info at www.darrenkramer.org.

...Sammy Mayfield, June 8, 2003...

This multi-talented guitarist/singer/songwriter paints a vivid picture for his listeners with tasteful guitar leads, dynamic horn arrangements and melodic soulful vocals. With his supple baritone and lead guitar genius, Mayfield delivers the blues with unmatched passion!

...Father's Day All-Ford Car Show, June 15, 2003...

Celebrate Father's Day with Dad at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center! The All Ford Car Show returns to The Gardens to celebrate Ford's 100th birthday. Approximately 200 Ford cars will be on display. Sponsored by the Hi-Country Regional Early Ford V8 Club. 9 AM - 3:30 PM. Adult $4, Child $2, Member $2.

...The Fab 4, June 15, 2003...

The ultimate Beatles tribute! Colorful costumes, vintage guitars and incredible vocals take you back to a time when four lads from Liverpool ruled the world of music. More info at www.the-fab-4.com.

...John Philip Sousa Band, June 17, 2003...

The John Philip Sousa Band of Colorado recaptures the beauty of the past "golden age" of American bands, including a wide range of musical selections such as big band swing, Broadway show tunes, classical, jazz, patriotic tunes, songs from the great wars, ragtime….and a polka or two! Gates open at 6PM, concert at 7 PM. $4 adult, $2 child.

...Nina Storey, June 22, 2003...

The soulful music of Boulder-based Nina Storey is unforgettable! Nina's sultry sound has graced the stages of the American Music Festival, Lilith Fair, Woodstock '99 and The Montreal International Jazz Festival. More info at www.ninastorey.com.

...Dotsero, June 29, 2003...

Named after a small Colorado town, Dotsero means "something unique" according to Ute legend. With their #1 national hit Jubilee, Dotsero undeniably means smooth, energetic, spontaneous jazz. Voted by Westword as the Best Jazz Band in Denver a eleven years in a row, Dotsero is a Colorado legend! More info at www.dotsero.org.

...The Kingston Trio, July 3, 2003...

Best known for their hit Tom Dooley—selling 17 million copies—The Kingston Trio has a following as legendary as their music. Pioneering the unique sound that has spanned 4 ½ decades, The Kingston Trio's showmanship and enthusiasm is as crisp today as in the 1950s. Gates open at 6:00PM. Concert starts at 7:00PM. Fireworks after the concert. Tickets $24.

...Opie Gone Bad, July 6, 2003...

This super-popular Denver band plays a pop-funk style that keeps listeners coming back for more. This Grammy-nominated group features lead singer Jake Schroeder, whose voice has been likened to the blue-collar drawl of a young Bruce Springsteen. Quintessential funk rock for your soul! More info at www.opiegonebad.com.

...Mr. David Booker, July 12, 2003...

Named "Best Bluesman" by Westword in 2002, Booker delivers crowd-moving, rousing vintage blues and swing music from the 1940's and 50's. Concert at 2PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...Tommy Thomas, July 12, 2003...

This gospel-bred tenor delivers fiery, electric, gut-driven blues. Thomas covers all the bases of the "done-me-wrong" ball game with his straightforward style and exceptional background vocals. Concert at 3:30PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...Little Mary, July 12, 2003...

Little Mary has earned her reputation as the "Mae West" of the Colorado Blues scene; she can shout the blues or "purr" her playful lyrics to ensnare any audience! The powerful and passionate stylings of Little Mary and the tight rhythmic sounds of her Hometown Boogie Kings will keep you dancing and smiling all night long! Concert at 5PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...The Erica Brown Band, July 12, 2003...

Erica Brown's unique sound is a favorite of the Denver area club circuit. Her fiery vocals have been featured in regional and national projects, including the 1996 movie The Fan with Wesley Snipes and Robert DeNiro. The Erica Brown Band—delivering the finest in high-energy blues and soul! Concert at 6:30PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...The Train Wreckers, July 13, 2003...

This high energy band prides themselves in giving their audience a "most unique " experience. They've got it all - great harmony, driving rhythm and SMOKIN' guitar! When this party rolls into The Hudson Gardens & Event Center, there ain't no stoppin' it! Concert at 2PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...Cup-A-Jo, July 13, 2003...

Something different in the R&B tradition….from fun and funky to slow and bluesy, Cup-A-Jo's nine-piece band brews up a satisfying jazz-funk groove! Concert at 3:30PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...J. D. Kelly Revue, July 13, 2003...

Performing exceptional originals and reaching back for the lost classics of the jump blues and R&B sound that ruled the 50's and early 60's, The J D Kelly Revue takes blues fans on a ride that they won't soon forget! Concert at 5PM. Part of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...Chris Daniels & the Kings, July 13, 2003...

This seven-piece horn band brings new forms and new riffs to blues, "jump", funk, swing and R & B - a new lyrical energy to the music we love! Concert at 6:30PMPart of Red, White & Blues Festival!

...Colorado Wind Ensemble, July 15, 2003...

A classic combination - forty woodwind, brass and percussion players perform their compositions in the spectacular setting of The Hudson Gardens & Event Center. Gates open at 6PM, concert at 7 PM. $4 adult, $2 child.

...Pan Jumbies, July 20, 2003...

Combining the finest tradition of steel pan, vibrant calypso, world beat and the soca funk of bass and percussion, Pan Jumbies has created something new, yet decidedly Carribean. Shake your party bones…the Pan Jumbies creates a sound like no other! More info at www.panjumbies.com.

...Rhythm Riot for Kids, July 22, 2003...

Kids make their own instruments, learn rhythms - and join in a high energy concert with the New York Street Boys, who play drums on everything! In collaboration with the South Suburban Parks & Recreation District. Festival workshops will be held from 6PM - 7:30PM. Concert at 7:30PM. $10 general admission. $8 for Members and South Suburban Parks & Recreation District cardholders.

...Free Tours on Selected Saturdays at 10AM...

Tour The Gardens with a Master Gardener and start making plans for your own fall plantings and spring landscaping. Tours are 1½ hours on foot and each tour accommodates up to 20 guests on a first come, first serve basis. Free with regular admission. Mark your calendar for one of the following Saturdays: July 26, August 9 and 23, September 6 and 20.

...The Colorado Ballet, July 27, 2003...

Spend An Evening With The Colorado Ballet, as they perform excerpts from current ballets. This exhilarating repertoire promises to entice the audience to explore all aspects of dance, from classic ballet to contemporary. Sponsored by The Gay and Lesbian Fund for Colorado. More info at www.coloradoballet.com.

...Pat Donohue, August 3, 2003...

This national fingerpicking guitar champion blends blues, folk and jazz in a display of guitar artistry! Donohue, a master craftsman of songs, is featured weekly on public radio's A Prairie Home Companion. His warm baritone, witty lyrics and charming stage presence make Donohue a must-see, natural entertainer! More info at www.patdonohue.com.

...The Nacho Men, August 10, 2003...

A unique blend of dance music, costume changes, hilarious choreography, wacky stage antics. Decidedly a memorable high-energy oldies rock and roll show! More info at www.nachomen.com.

...Hazel Miller, August 17, 2003...

A first-class lady singing first-class blues! Hazel's amazing blend of soul and jazz has made her a Colorado landmark for the past eighteen years. A legend on the Denver blues scene, Miller is the 2002 Independent Music Award winner in the blues/R & B category for her hit I'C'U'N Everything. More info at www.hazelmiller.com.

...After Midnight Swing Combo, August 19, 2003...

After Midnight is the Rocky Mountain Region's best small swing combo, specializing in Benny Goodman's small combo sound of the 30s and 40s. Join us for an evening of the finest in jazz and swing entertainment! Gates open at 6PM, concert starts at 7PM.

...Parade of Ponds, August 23-24, 2003...

Over 50 water gardens in the Denver metro area--and more than half are new to the tour! Plan your own self-guided tour or go on the bus tour. More info at www.coloradoparadeofponds.com.

...Cabaret Diosa, August 24, 2003...

A genuine mambo combo! This fiesta machine elevates Latin flavor to the highest degree, fusing Latin rhythms, comical personas and festive pop structures with soul, spirit and vision. Life may not always be a Cabaret, but it should be. More info at www.cabaretdiosa.com/.

...The Denver Brass, August 31, 2003...

This popular horn band features a sound experience that is inspiring and exhilarating, powerful and elegant, and of diverse and dynamic musical styles. An incomparable evening of first-class brass - it will blow you away! More info at www.denverbrass.org.

...Otis Taylor, Sept 7, 2003...

Taylor's storytelling ability is intense and moving, and his music grabs the listener by the heart and soul. This is thinking man's blues -- Real Blues with a capital R and a capital B! More info at www.otistaylor.com.

...The Columbine Classic Concours, Sept 7, 2003...

Enjoy a day full of the finer things in life! Collectible and classic cars, entertainment and art! A signature event featuring collectible cars, including pristine, classic automobiles from 1925 to 1948, as well as Ferraris and Porsches. Art show and entertainment complement this grand affair. 9 AM - 3 PM. $6 adult, $4 child, $4 member.

...Free Day, September 11, 2003...

The Hudson Gardens & Event Center will open at no charge to the community as a place to reconnect with our families, friends and neighbors.

...Hot Tomatoes Jazz & Swing, Sept. 14, 2003...

This nine-piece ensemble recreates the sound and feeling of the Swing Era and the Great Jazz Age. From Ellington to Basieto Goodman, the Hot Tomatoes will put you In The Mood with Fascinatin' Rhythm! More info at www.hottomatoes.com.

...oompah! oompah! oktoberfest on sept 21, 2003...

Celebrate a German heritage tradition! Enjoy schuhplattlers, music, traditional children's games and activities, food and fun. Oktoberfest 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Adult admission $6, children $4.

...Garden of Goodies Halloween, October 24-25, 2003...

On Friday & Saturday, October 24 & 25, from 6PM to 8PM, don costumes and trick-or-treat throughout The Hudson Gardens as dusk descends revealing ghostly shapes and shadows. Local merchants and organizations provide treats along our garden paths. Free to all!

...25% Off Gift Shop Merchandise in October 2003...

October 1-31, receive 25% off all merchandise in our gift shop. Choose gardening tools, books, bird feeders, wind chimes, flags, floral teapots, stationery, and more. (Food items not included.) Do your Christmas shopping early! Open 9AM to 5PM, seven days a week!