Sing in a Summer Sunday morning with The Father of a Father’s Day Concert — free family fun with a few funny Ric Averill stories, songs & singalongs!

As Artistic Director of Performing Arts Emeritus at the Lawrence Arts Center, Ric Averill teaches acting and playwriting, composes music, directs, acts, plays an array of musical instruments. While at the Arts Center much of his focus has been in theatre, but first love is writing, arranging, and performing music – especially when his audience is children. His performances frequently feature accordion, piano, banjo, and more, and don’t be surprised if sometimes his voice quacks. Averill says his goal is for children and families to leave his shows with “a better perception of our shared humanity. That we’re all in this together, and we can make things better by listening to each other.”

45 min show. Gates open at 9:15 AM, the show starts at 10 AM. Enter off Harper Street through the SOUTH Gate. Limit 40 cars, first come first served!

How It Works:

• Instructions will be given on how to tune into the audio through your car radio

• You will be directed to a parking spot in the Fairgrounds parking lot

• After the show you will be directed out of your parking spot to exit the lot

• One restroom available on site, please see below for details

 Safety Requirements & Details:

The following are subject to change based on the current health guidelines outlined by Douglas county

• For the safety of everyone, please remain in your car to practice safe social distancing.

• One restroom will be available on site. Please use social distancing, masks, and wash your hands to be safe.

• You may bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.

• No alcoholic beverages allowed on-site.

• Trash receptacles will not be made available, plan accordingly if you bring snacks

• In the event of inclement weather, you will be emailed about event postponement