Hello Cities listeners! I hope you have all been having a great summer so far, and have been able to attend some fun concerts. Luckily for me, as an intern at Cities 97, my summer has been filled with great live performances like Brett Dennen, Florence + the Machine, Parachute, Jack’s Mannequin and the Basilica Block Party! If you haven’t attended any concerts this summer, don’t worry, there is still time! If you are on a tight budget, like I am…you can still enjoy live music at events like Oake on the Water! On August 4^th  join us at Maynard’s, Ellie Goulding will be giving a live on-site Studio C performance, so make sure you don’t miss out on that FREE opportunity to hear live music. For other upcoming concerts check out our concert calendar at http://www.cities97.com/main.html. You can definitely expect to see me around at all the Cities 97 events, so don’t be shy and come up and say hi, I would love to meet you!

Intern Ellen

Hello, everyone!  Brad here.  The other Brad. 

This is my first summer as a Cities 97 intern and it has been a great experience for me.  I've been lucky enough to have the opportunity to take photos at all the events I've worked this summer (yes, that's me at Oake on the Water with the camera strapped around my neck) and I've loved every second of it.  Taking photos of Florence + The Machine at her MN Zoo sound check has definitely been one of the highlights.  You can see those photos, along with many of my other photos, here: http://www.cities97.com/cc-common/gallery/globalphotos.html

If you see me at any upcoming Cities 97 events, come up and say 'Hi.' I'd be happy to take your picture.

- The other Intern Brad
(Brad F)

I can’t believe summer is going by so quickly! It is already July and I feel like I have seen so many amazing concerts and have met so many awesome people! Some of my favorite concerts this summer have been Sara Bareilles and Matt Nathanson. They are so talented and put on an amazing live show! Sara Bareilles at the zoo was so much fun, and it was a perfect night to be at the zoo! It was my first concert at the zoo and I couldn’t have asked for a better artist to see. Matt Nathanson was also one of my favorites so far this summer. It was so cool to see him at the Electric Fetus, which is such a small and intimate in store performance. Also, I loved how he met every person that was there and took pictures with them! Seriously, taking a picture with him was a big highlight to my summer! There are so many other great concerts coming up like Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Owl City, the Head & the Heart, and SO many more!!  Take advantage of these great concerts before the summer is over, I know I will!!

-Intern Kelly

Summer is going quick! We are already half way through the Oake on the Water schedule for this year. If you haven't been able to attend a live broadcast yet this summer...now is the time! You can find the calendar here: http://www.cities97.com/pages/oakeonthewater/

Must see dates: On July 21st the BoDeans will be performing at Lord Fletcher's, Ellie Goulding will be at Maynard's on August 4th, and Scars on 45 will be playing at Bayside Grille on September 1st for this years last Oake on the Water.

It’s that time of summer when County Fairs are the place to be! Here are some upcoming fairs to check out:

Washington County Fair: Lake Elmo August 3-7

Since 1871 this county fair offers a great variety of food, animals, musical entertainment, and exciting carnival rides. Come Wednesday opening day for reduces carnival prices beginning at 2pm and fun events all day including an opening day parade! Thursday is family fun day, with entertainment for all ages. Don’t miss Saturday’s demolition derby and 60s, 70s, and 80s music from the Rockin’ Hollywoods beginning at 8:30!  

Dakota County Fair: Farmington August 8-14

Come out and play at this county fair! The grandstand offers excitement all week with motocross races, demolition derby’s, tractor pull, and lawn mower racing. You can check out the free entertainment stage to experience battle of the bands and amateur talent or go to the Beer Garden stage to hear great live music from bands like Johnny Holm. And of course there is the great fair food and rides you can’t miss out on!  

Carver County Fair in Waconia August 10-14

Come to Waconia and be apart of the 100^th annual Carver County Fair! From August 10-14 you can enjoy delicious food, great music, and see all kinds of livestock including horse shows and cattle shows. With music from Johnny Holm, Diamond Back, Brat Pack Radio there will not be a dull moment at this fair! There are many competitions during the duration of the fair including amateur talent contests, little sister/brother cookie and cupcake contests, meat auction, and a fun rooster crowing contest. Bring the entire family and your friends to this fun county fair!

County Fairs are a great way to bond with family and friends during the summer.  Come out and support your community with food, fun, and entertainment!!