Join for Lawn Chair Night Thursday, August 7 on Washington Street, right outside of Impact Coffee at 6PM -- featuring Blake Shaw! The evening is sponsored by Seed Savers Exchange -- celebrating 50 years!
The charm is in the simplicity: bring a lawn chair (or a blanket), find a patch of grass or a stretch of sidewalk, and settle in for an evening of great music and community spirit. And the best part — its free! Held on Thursday evenings throughout the summer (June-August), Lawn Chair Night transforms Downtown Decorah into a welcoming concert venue. Whether you’re a fan of bluegrass, jazz, folk, or hometown marching bands, the series features a wide range of musical acts that reflect the heart and soul of the region.
This week: Blake Shaw is a double bassist and vocalist based in Iowa City, IA, with degrees in classical bass and jazz studies from the University of Iowa. He performs regularly across Iowa and beyond with groups like the Blake Shaw Quintet, Thrio, Goose Town, and the Clinton St Trio. A composer and arranger, Shaw brings fresh takes on jazz standards and original tunes, collaborating with top-tier Iowa musicians. His vocal jazz debut album "it happened" showcases inventive arrangements played by his longtime collaborators. For more, visit blakeshawbass.com or follow @theeblakebass on Instagram.
Lawn Chair Night has been a program of Downtown Decorah Betterment for more than 25 years and is one of the community’s most beloved traditions as a weekly summer series of free outdoor concerts that brings locals and visitors together under the open sky. It's now made possible by DDBA in partnership with Visit Decorah Tourism, Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce, and Impact Coffee. The 2025 season is generously supported by top sponsors AJ Realty, Oneota Community Food Co-op, and ITC... along with 10+ supporting sponsors for specific nights throughout the season. This free, public event features both local and regional talent.
In the event of rain, the event will be moved inside Impact Coffee. Rain announcements will be made on Facebook's Visit Decorah page and the Downtown Decorah Betterment page.
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