The Garden State Philharmonic will perform at Steppingstone Park on Monday, July 4, at 8 p.m.
In 1955, a group of musicians were determined to provide quality symphonic music to the residents of the Jersey Shore.
Comprised of accomplished musical artists from throughout New Jersey and the tri state area, each come together under the baton of the Garden State Philharmonic Conductor Anthony LaGruth, who is committed to supporting not only the established masters, but the great composers of today.
A versatile musician himself, LaGruth brings crisp definition and flexible tempos to the score. Over the past half a century, The Garden State Philharmonic has been recognized many times for their outstanding artistic and educational programming. This free concert is open to all Great Neck Park District resident cardholders.
There will be no fireworks on display. There are absolutely no fireworks permitted in Steppingstone Park or any other Park District park or facility, at any time.
All performances are for Great Neck Park District residents only. Admission is free to Park District residents with a valid park card. Park cards will be checked when parking and at the gate. Each park card holder is allowed to bring two guests into the park, who MUST be signed-in.
There are limited park chairs available and it is recommended that show attendees bring along a blanket or their own chair to sit on. Avoid the traffic and arrive early (before 6 p.m.) with a picnic for dinner. Make an entire night out of it! In case of rain, check cancellations.com or www.greatneckparks.org for location of performance. Free bus service continues to be available to Steppingstone and return buses start 10 minutes after the show ends. The bus schedule can be obtained at Great Neck House, 14 Arrandale Avenue or the gate at Steppingstone Park. It is also, available on the Park District website at www.greatneckparks.org. The bus is subject to cancellation or change according to public usage.
Street parking in the Village of Kings Point is permitted as posted. Parking rules will be strictly enforced by the Kings Point Police.
For additional information visit our website or call (516) 482-0355.
