Pickin’ in the Park to fill Homewood Central with music

Musicians covered every corner of Homewood Central Park on a Saturday last year. Plans are now underway to make that happen again at the second annual Pickin’ in the Park Acoustic Music Festival.

The Homewood Arts Council moved the date back from June to Sept. 26 this year in hopes of more pleasant weather. 

“We are hoping it’s a nice cool day for everybody,” arts council member Bob Tedrow said. 

Like last year, several local bands will perform for 30-minute segments on stage, and everyone in the community is invited to bring their instruments to join them throughout the park. 

Tedrow encourages everyone in Homewood, musicians and non-musicians alike, to come out for the free event full of jazz, bluegrass and contemporary music. Last year they even had a baby goat attend. 

“Bring grandma, bring the babies for guaranteed good old time fun,” he said. 

The arts council will set up tents to create shade and provide ice and water. Food trucks will be present as well, and “pick-nicking” is welcomed. 

The event runs from 3-7 p.m. on Sept. 26. For more information, check out Pickin’ in the Park’s Facebook page or email the Homewood Arts Council at HACPNP@gmail.com.