March 14, 2020 City Marketplace, Downtown Punta Gorda Country music * Great BBQ * Vendors Mark Chesnutt 14 #1 country Hits, 23 Top 10 singles, 4 platinum albums, 5 gold records Bubba Shot the Jukebox * Old Country * It Sure is Monday Too Cold at Home * Old Flames Have New Names * Goin’ thru the Big D It’s a little too Late * Almost Goodbye * Brother Jukebox Mark Wills 10-Top 10 Singles, 1-Platinum album, 1-Gold album, 1998 ACM Top New Male Vocalists Don’t Laugh at Me * Wish you were Here * 19 Something * Jacob’s Ladder Back at One * Lovin Every Minute * Places I’ve never Been JAKE HOOT Season 17 Champion of “The Voice” from Team Kelly Clarkson Shattering records left and right, Hoot’s chart-topping abilities landed him a record 6 songs in the Top 10 of the i-Tunes Country Singles Chart as well as a #1 song on the overall I Tunes Singles Chart. JACK MICHAEL Punta Gorda Native and is currently a NEON SUMMER Nashville Recording Artist pursuing a singing Neon Summer is a country group consisting and songwriting career. Jack performs of Marty Short, Angela Short, and Anna Ash. extensively all across Florida and Georgia and They formed in their home state of Virginia, has built a solid fan base. His high energy leading to performances at Radio City Music show gets people on there feet and partying! Hall, Madison Square Garden, and a stand out Melissa Lee is a Country Music super star on the rise. Her music is contemporary country that is highly influ- enced by pop and classic rock. Melissa’s voice can be compared to Miranda Lambert & Natalie Maines (of the Dixie Chicks), however, the breathy tones and softness of her voice give her a unique sound. Melissa’s song- A portion of every ticket sold is donated to Holidays 4 Heroes www.PGDowntownHoedown.com Our 2020 Lineup of Great Country Music Artists Mark Chesnutt Mark Chesnutt is one of Country's true musical treasures. Critics have hailed him as a classic Country singer of the first order and some of Coun- try music's most elite entertainers from George Jones to George Strait echo this sentiment. Mark Chesnutt's stature is easily gauged; he has 14 No. 1 hits, 23 top ten singles, four platinum albums and five gold records. Country music critics and fans alike need look no further when it comes to Country music basics. If you ask Mark Chesnutt he’ll tell you, Its the music that has kept me around this long. In a world that some- times confuses style with substance, Mark Chesnutt possesses both. Remaining true to himself as a traditional country artist while still keeping up with the ever-changing country landscape, Mark has a knack for picking great songs; delivering them with his world-class vocals; and with real heart-felt emotion. Mark has set the bar for his generation not just for his being a consistent hit maker, but because of his love of genuine country music. Mark Wills Mark Wills has captivated fans and listeners for over two decades. He achieved his first top-charting success at the young age of 23, and has maintained longevity in the music business that many artists can only dream of. His mission is to create country music filled with depth and meaningful substance to create lasting memories through the words. Mark has released a total of seven al- bums including a patriotic album in 2001, Looking for America. As an avid supporter of the US Military, he has more than a dozen trips to entertain our troops in Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Korea and Italy, among others. Mark now resides in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife Kelly and his two daughters. In his spare time, when he’s not writing, recording, or touring, Mark enjoys huntingin the great outdoors and spending time with his girls. Mark is a dedicated parent, philanthropist, outdoorsman, and jokester; but, more than anything else, he is an artist and songwriter who helped to create the foundation for what country music is today! JAKE HOOT Don’t let his larger-than-life presence fool you. Jake Hoot may stand 6’6”, but the reigning Season 17 Champion of NBC’s “The Voice” is just as genuine and sweet natured as ever. His dynamic storytelling abilities and powerful vocals led to an unprecedented run on the Emmy-award win- ning talent series. Shattering records left and right, Hoot’s chart-topping abilities landed him a record 6 songs in the Top 10 of the iTunes Country Singles Chart as well as a #1 song on the overall iTunes Singles Chart. JACK MICHAEL BAND Nashville recording artist Jack Michael, Jack grew up in Punta Gorda and is currently PCG Nashville Pro pursuing a singing and songwriting career. Several of his original songs such as “American Beauty”, “Our Town” and”3 AM” have received critical acclaim in Nashville and are quickly becom- ing regional favorites. He recently completed his first professionally produced music video for the song “3am”. Jack performs extensively all across Florida and Georgia and has built a solid fan base. His high energy show gets people on there feet and partying! NEON SUMMER Neon Summer is a country vocal group consisting of Marty Short, Angela Short, and Anna Ash. The band formed in their home state of Virginia, leading to performances at the legendary Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden, and a stand out show on The Grand Ole Opry. The band has opened on tour for Keith Urban, Eric Paslay, Josh Turner, Charlie Daniels, Marty Stuart, and many other top names in Country music. Neon Summer is currently touring Florida and the Southeast, gearing up for 2020 shows at venues and festivals around the country MELISSA LEE Melissa Lee is a Country Music super star on the rise. Her music is contemporary country that is highly influenced by pop and classic rock. Melis- sa’s voice can be compared to Miranda Lambert & Natalie Maines (of the Dixie Chicks), however, the breathy tones and softness of her voice give her a unique sound. Melissa’s songwriting is clever, witty, and thoughtful beyond her years. Holidays 4 Heroes We thank you for your support and consideration of Holiday 4 Heroes. Please contact us with any thoughts, ideas or to get involved. You can visit our website at www.holiday4heroes.com to learn more. Also, if you know of any service members that can use our services, please let us know. Note from one of our brave men and women "I'M CURRENTLY SERVING IN AFGHANISTAN AND RECEIVED 3 OF YOUR BOXES IN THE MAIL TODAY. TO SAY I WAS BROUGHT TO TEARS AND MY TROOPS WERE OVERJOYED IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT. I DON'T THINK YOU WILL TRULY EVER UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT YOU HAVE ON DEPLOYED MEMBERS. FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART, THANK YOU MA'AM. WE WILL CONTINUE TO MAKE YOU ALL PROUD UNTIL EVERY LAST ONE OF US IS HOME SAFE." M E R R Y Christ M A S Thank You for your Interest in Punta Gorda’s 5th Annual Downtown Hoedown for the Troops! Event Location– City Marketplace 115 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Event Dates and Times- March 14th, 2020 Times– 1:00pm to 11pm Event Setup- March 13th– 10am– 5pm March 13th– 8am– 11am All vendors must be setup and vehicles moved to Vendor Parking by 11am on Event Day Gates will open at 1:00pm Non Food Vendor– Vending Space is on a First Come Basis, Spaces are 10x15, No guns or weapons, or inappropriate or unacceptable merchandise 10x15 Space- 107.00 20 Amp Electric available- $25 fee Food Vendor- Food Vending Space is on a limited Basis, Spaces are 10x20, Menus must be pre-approved, No water, soft drinks, beer, or alcohol 10x20 Space- $200.00 Electric available- 20 Amp- $25.00, 30Amp- $75.00 Contact Name_________________________________________ Company Name________________________________________ Address ______________________________ City, St, Zip _____________________________________ Contact Phone ________________________ E-Mail __________________________________________ Non Food Vendor Product Description ______________________________________________ Food Vendor Menu _______________________________________________________________ Send Application and payment to– Smugglers Event Management, 115 Laishley Ct #121, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 Email– [email protected] Phone– 941-628-0702 Amount enclosed $___________ Check # _____________ .