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Seniors welcome to enjoy live music at Tennyson Senior Living Community

By Sue Berg
Independent Living, Inc.

Neighborhood elders are encouraged to come as guests to enjoy free live music in December and January at Tennyson Senior Living Community, 1936 Tennyson Lane.

Friday, Dec. 6, at 3 pm, Randy Keil will entertain. The guitarist will be playing and singing holiday music.

Thursdays, Dec. 19 and Jan. 23, at 2:30 pm, the Happy Travelers perform. This musical group — which includes trumpet and piano — coaxes audience participation into their singing and dancing performances.

Friday, Dec. 27, at 3:45 pm, and Thursday, Jan. 2, at 3 pm, singer Jesse Walker returns with his guitar and cowboy hat to entertain with traditional country music. 

Friday, Jan. 10, at 3 pm, folk singer Rich Baumann performs for an hour with his guitar. His repertoire includes some music to evoke memories. 

Free and open to elders, all programs will be hosted in the large community dining room on the main floor at Tennyson Senior Living, 1936 Tennyson Lane. Limited parking is available in front of the building; street parking and parking behind the building are available, too. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Call 608-268-5499.

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