Rock, folk, jazz, soul on local stages
WEST MILFORD. Free outdoor concerts planned Monday and Thursday evenings.


Saturday, July 19
Sydney Leigh brings heartfelt singer-songwriter vibes to the Vreeland Store, 1383 Macopin Road, at 6 p.m.
The Brian Fitz Duo delivers a night of easygoing tunes at 7 p.m. at the Grasshopper Irish Pub, 2891 Route 23, Newfoundland.
Also at 7 p.m., J&S Roadhouse, 17 Wooley Road, hosts Stoneflower, lighting up the stage with its signature Santana covers and more Latin-infused rock favorites.
Sunday, July 20
Gregg Hollister brings his soulful voice and seasoned musicianship to Cove Castle Restaurant, 13 Castle Court, Greenwood Lake, N.Y., starting at 1:30 p.m.
Jazz lovers won’t want to miss the Wayne Tice Quintet at 2 p.m. at Trail’s End Tap House, 1197 Route 17A, Greenwood Lake. This powerhouse ensemble will perform Wayne Shorter’s “Speak No Evil,” with suggested donations of $10 to $20 supporting the talent.
At 3 p.m., it’s a party at J&S Roadhouse as After Party hits the stage with high-energy rock covers guaranteed to keep spirits high.
Big Soda & the Refreshments serves up grooves in the Pennings Farm Market Beer Garden, 161 Route 94 S., Warwick, N.Y., mixing funk, rock and fun, also at 3 p.m.
The One Night Only duo brings a breezy blend of party hits perfect for lakeside lounging at 4 p.m. to D’Boathaus, 322 Lakeside Road, Hewitt.
Monday, July 21
The Kerssen Family Trio will perform at 7 p.m. at the Friends of the West Milford Township Library’s Outdoor Summer Concert Series at Wallisch Homestead, 65 Lincoln Ave. This free concert, featuring Eric Kerssen and his sons Patrick and Alex, offers a dynamic mix of jazz, classical and contemporary sounds. The concert moves inside the barn if it’s raining.
Tuesday, July 22
It’s your turn to shine at karaoke night at Old School Pub & Grill, 551 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt. Whether you’re belting out a ballad or dropping a duet, it’s all about good vibes and great tunes.
Wednesday, July 23
Get your midweek music fix at the West Milford Farmer’s Market, 1452 Union Valley Road, where local favorite Marty Koppel performs at 3:30 p.m. with stories and songs rooted in his hometown of Vernon.
At 6 p.m., the beer garden at Pennings Farm Market welcomes Fiddle Frenzy for a lively set of fiddle-led folk and traditional tunes under the open sky.
Thursday, July 24
Gary Link returns with a solo acoustic set at 6 p.m. at the Vreeland Store, offering warm melodies and local charm.
At 7 p.m., head to the Bubbling Springs Rotary Gazebo, 1468 Macopin Road, for an evening with the After Party Trio, perfect for families, friends and fans of upbeat pop-rock. Bring a blanket, grab a bite and soak in the summer sounds.
At the same time, Trails End Taphouse opens the stage for its open mic night, where musicians, poets and comedians share the spotlight. Newcomers and veterans alike are welcome.
Friday, July 25
Acoustic fans may catch Bill & Zac at 6 p.m. at the Vreeland Store.
Lily in the Valley delivers an emotional mix of indie, folk and acoustic rock at 6:30 p.m. at Trail’s End Taphouse.
Cove Castle Restaurant turns up the energy with the Mighty Spectrum Band’s electrifying mix of soul, rock and horn-driven hits at 7 p.m.
Vinyl Tap takes the stage at 7 p.m. at J&S Roadhouse, spinning through classic tunes from the decades we all miss.
The night rounds out with the Heist Duo bringing late-night energy to Jimmy Geez North, 3219 Route 23 S., Oak Ridge, at 8 p.m.
Send information to Stefani at themicnj@gmail.com