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Jumpin’ in July Outdoor Music Fest and Artisan Market

(PLATTSBURGH, NY – July 6, 2023) Strand Center for the Arts is hosting Jumpin’ in July, an event sponsored by NYSEG, on Saturday, July 15, 11 am–5 pm on the front lawn of the arts center. Community members are invited to come and support local artisan vendors and enjoy live musical performances.

“This year, Jumpin’ in July will be tied in with our July Artisan Market for a fantastic one-day event sponsored by NYSEG. This is sure to be fun for everyone of all ages. The goal is to not only fill our lawn but to fill downtown and support downtown businesses.” — Jerrod Olsen, Director of Operations, Strand Center for the Arts

Enjoy live performances by Sabo & Chris, ANDRIANA & the BANANAS, The Apollos, and GELLIE.

Participating artisan vendors include Anxiously Handmade, Designs by Renée, BForkeyArtStudio, Broken Horn Relics, Marilyn Kretser, Red Mills Handmade Crochet & Macramé, and more!

“Music is just so important to me and I am so grateful to work in an establishment that encourages the arts and allows me to be myself and to be part of a music event where I can share my art and appreciate other artists.” —

Angelika “GELLIE” Morris, Performer and Front Desk Team Member, Strand Center for the Arts

About Some of Our Participants

The Apollos are an indie rock band based in Burlington, VT, sent from the stars to fulfill the rock and roll prophecy.

GELLIE is an indie singer, songwriter, and beatmaker from Queens, NY. Her music is a blend of Neo Soul, Hip Hop and RnB. GELLIE ties together the old-school sounds of Erykah Badu and Sade with new school beat making to create an artistic experience that yearns to be listened to.

Sabo & Chris is a duo spawned by Lucid all the way from Plattsburgh, NY: guitar, bass, drums, and only two people. Don’t ask if it’s any good. Come and find out!

ANDRIANA & the BANANAS are based out of Burlington, Vermont . . . “Armed with an expressive alto,” Andriana Chobot . . . brings an eclectic mix of pop-heart-rock with a touch of jazz that immerses the listener into an original soundscape. Whether it’s just her solo, delivering a soft drummed, electronic piano-centered performance, or equipped with her Banana band of local talent, she delivers renditions ranging in upbeat originals, hot covers, and cool, ethereal ballads.