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Rockabilly Junction to perform Friday
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Winners of the "Best Seat in the House" contest pose with friends from the comfort of a leather reclining sofa courtesy of Genthe's. Also included in the prize package is pizza from Suisse Haus, beverages from the Green County Humane Society stand, concert T-shirts and other gifts. To register, visit Heartland Graphics. (Photo supplied)
MONROE - Rockabilly Junction will take the stage for Main Street Monroe's next Concert at 6:30 p.m. Friday on the Square.

The performance by Rockabilly Junction marks the fourth of eight big shows, all sponsored by Colony Brands. This four-member band focuses on fun, familiar and danceable tunes with influences of rockabilly, surf, country, rock and oldies.

Concerts on the Square offer a relaxed setting for family and friends with the iconic Green County Courthouse as the backdrop. Lawn chairs can be set up after the street closes around 3 p.m. Winners of the "Best Seat in the House" contest can leave their chairs at home and instead enjoy premium, comfortable seating courtesy of Genthe's plus a dining, beverage and swag package. Registration is at Heartland Graphics. Sign up all summer; winners drawn before each show.

Monroe Park and Recreation Department is offering a free drop-in for kids from 6 to 9 p.m. at the concert. Advance registration is required. To register, call 608-329-2460. Park and Rec will also offer the drop-in service at the July 10 and Aug. 14 concerts.

Concerts on the Square means dinner and a show. Food stands on sight include Buggy Works, Pancho and Lefty's, Rainbow Confection and Suisse Haus. Back by popular demand is the Special Olympics Popcorn Stand with popcorn courtesy of Bartel's Tap. Girl Scout Troop 3459 also will be selling Girl Scout cookies.

"What the heck - have a Pec." Pecatonica Beer Company's brand new IPA will make its debut at the Green County Humane Society beer stand. Concertgoers also can visit the Minhas Mini Bar for local brews from the Minhas Craft Brewery.

In case of rain, the entire event moves to the administration building at the Green County Fairgrounds. For the latest updates follow "Downtown Monroe Events and News" on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Downtown-Monroe-Events-and-News/100650823333469 or visit mainstreetmonroe.org.

Upcoming concerts include Shattered (Rolling Stones tribute band) on July 10, The Basin Street Boys (Dixieland Jazz) on July 30, Wheel House (Americana and Country) on Aug. 14 and The Mascot Theory (Alt-Folk and Americana) on Aug. 27.

Main Street Monroe always needs volunteers to assist with various committees and projects, so please contact the Main Street office if you can share your time or talent.

A significant portion of the Main Street budget is derived from sponsors. If you like what's happening downtown, consider a tax-deductible donation to support the Main Street Monroe program. For more information, contact Main Street Monroe director Jordan Nordby at 608-328-4023 or monroemainstreet@-tds.net.