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SINGER/ SONGWRITERS JILL SOBULE PLUS CHRISTINE HAVRILLA HEADLINE THE HAVERFORD CONCERT IN THE PARK SUMMER SERIES AUGUST 27TH IN MERWOOD PARK

Havertown, Pa: Aug 22nd, 2016 –

 Singer/ Songwriters Jill Sobule plus Christine Havrilla will take the stage this Saturday August 27th at 6 PM in Merwood Park, Wynnefield Lane and Cherry Lane in Havertown.

 The Haverford Concert In The Park Summer Series is produced by Kelly Music For Life

 This is the final of five twilight summer concerts in five Haverford Township parks for the 2016 season.

 Jill Sobule is a singer-songwriter in the smart and witty tradition of and . With over 11 albums in more than two decades of performing, Jill has created music filled with great compassion, empathy, wit, and considerable charm on a wide range of subjects. Jill found commercial and critical success with her 1995 self-titled album “Jill Sobule”, which introduced the radio audience and adoring critics to her witty and personal song craft. The album includes the original version of “” as well as the satirical gem “Supermodel” which was featured on the soundtrack of the film “”. Jill also composed music for three seasons of the Nickelodeon series “” and other TV and theatrical productions.

Jill has performed with , Billy Bragg, Steve Earle, Cyndi Lauper, , Don Henley, Warren Zevon, and . Jill also inducted Neil Diamond into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame. Jill is the co-star of the “Jill & Julia Show”, an unusual and mesmerizing combination of song and storytelling in collaboration with comedian/actress/author . Jill’s latest project is “My Song Is My Weapon”, a crowdfunded online platform for social revolution featuring her own tracks along with others by , Garfunkel and Oates, Tom Morello, Dan Bern, and more.

 Christine Havrilla is known for bringing her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine) to audiences everywhere, touring nationally as a solo act as well as with Gypsy Fuzz. One of “Main Line Today” magazine’s 23 Power Women for 2015, her music has been called a blend of 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s rock delivered by the modern singer/songwriter. Christine self-describes her music as "Neofunkadelicfolkpoptwangrock!". Self-taught from the age of 5 and growing up with a musical family, Havrilla wins crowds over wherever she goes with her musical innovation, heartfelt lyrics, and her guitar a mere extension of herself.

Christine is currently releasing a series of “Live Sessions” which include long-time fan favorites as well as new songs. Recorded in numerous varied settings such as venues, living rooms, an old church, and a recording studio with a live audience, these releases capture the spontaneous energy and soul-felt vibes Christine brings to the stage.

 Gates open at 5:30 PM. The music starts at 6 PM and continues until 9 PM. Tickets are $10 each / Children 12 and under are free. Tickets are available at the gate. Advance ticketing and more information is available at http://kellymusicforlife.org/events/ . Concessions will be available or you can bring your own refreshments.

 The Merwood Park concert is produced by Kelly Music For Life in conjunction with the Merwood Park Civic Association (http://www.merwoodpark.com)

 The 2016 Concert In The Park Summer Series is sponsored by the Haverford Township Civic Council, Nolan Painting, Adam Mechanical, Tony Roni’s Pizza Havertown, Krispy Kreme Havertown, and The Oakmont Pub. Additional support comes from Gutter Helmet, Bryn Mawr Hospital/Main Line Health, Bath Fitter, Kitchen Saver, ACRE Windows, Crozer/Keystone Health System, Keystone Gardens, and Arthur J. Gallagher Insurance.

 Proceeds will benefit park improvements and other neighborhood initiatives.

 The concert will be broadcast live worldwide on iradiophilly.com.

 Previous Haverford Concert In The Park Summer Series performers for 2016 include:

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o John Flynn, Dave Patten, and The Havertones (Llanerch Park June11th)

o Jeffrey Gaines (Paddock Park June 18th)

o Ben Arnold and Scott McClatchy (Hilltop Park/Steel Field July 9th)

o Laura Mann, The Barrel Fires (Normandy Park July 23rd)

 All parks are located in Haverford Township. Haverford Township Parks are alcohol-free.

 The Haverford Concert In The Park Summer Series is produced by Kelly Music for Life, a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to improving lives and communities through music. The Haverford Concert In The Park Summer Series will be streamed live around the world on iRadioPhilly.com.

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Photos and performers bios can be viewed at https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B_jFboUZR2oCeHNvVVM3SUtlUFE&usp=sharing

To RSVP for the Concert In The Park series, arrange one on one interviews, or for more information:

Adrian Hickman Press Relations / Social Media Kelly Music For Life [email protected] 215- 868-5737

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