Consider your Saturday booked

Newport Public Library will kick off its Summer Music Series in the picturesque Literacy Park behind the library this Saturday, June 15.

The performance will feature the captivating rhythms of Chayag en Familia or "Chayag Family," led by the talented Alex Llumiquinga. With decades of dedication to preserving traditional Andean music, the group delivers an immersive musical experience celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Latin America while emphasizing the importance of passing down these cherished traditions to future generations.

Guests can expect to embark on a cultural journey down the Andes, as Chayag en Familia showcases the diverse sounds, sights, and flavors of multiple countries. Through the use of traditional instruments such as the charango, zampoña, bombo and cajón, the ensemble invites the audience to participate in an interactive experience with clapping, singing and dancing. This dynamic performance promises to illuminate the Indigenous, African and European influences that shape the folk music of Latin America.

Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will relocate indoors to the library’s cozy Reading Room.

The concert begins at noon at Newport Public Library, located at 35 NW Nye Street. For more information, go to newportlibrary.org or call 541-265-2153.