Dec 09, 2008
While visiting my big sis and her family in Pori, Finland, it so happened that the Pori Jazz Festival was also within the dates of my stay. This musical event is one of the biggest in Europe and many tourists and travel bugs who are into music have made Pori a bit busier than the usual. I enjoyed walking through the streets of Pori near the Kirjurinluoto River during the festival days since the sidewalks were filled with stalls selling all sorts of souvenirs. There were also many venues for the festival’s events and even free concerts held by the riverside. Too bad I missed the children’s concert. My bro-in-law and nephew watched the main concert which featured Carlos Santana and other noteworthy jazz artists.
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Oct 18, 2008
One way for travel bugs to get a taste of a place’s art and culture is to watch the local concerts and musical events in town. I was not able to do so during my Prague vacation, but at least we were treated to a beautiful concert by the choir at the Strahovsky Monastery when we attended their 10am Sunday Mass. Well I still have some brochures here about upcoming concerts and shows in Prague, they’re just my souvenirs for now…maybe next time I’ll treat myself to a real Prague show. 
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Jul 16, 2008
This sunshiny summer month of July is a great time for vacation and entertainment. At Wildwood New Jersey, an exciting series of concerts will be held at Morey’s Piers amusement park. Aside from being New Jersey’s largest, with many rides, concessions and having two beachfront waterparks, Morey’s Piers is a good place for Wildwood events, beach parties, educational class trips, musical shows, school affairs and more.
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