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Major and the Monbacks open R&B series next week

The city's Rhythm & Brews Music Series kicks off the 2016 season at its new location on South Main Street next to the Visitors Center on Thursday, May 19.

The eight-piece ensemble Major and the Monbacks, from Norfolk, Va., will headline the 7 p.m show with their lively horn and powerful rhythm section that merges retro Sixties rock and roll with the high energy and horn-rich grit of Southern soul.

Local favorite Ellen Trnka will mix it up at 6 p.m. with her blend of jazz, blues, folk and more. Starting the evening off at 5 p.m. will be singer-songwriter Todd Hoke performing his “rootsy, folksy, bluesy musicy music.” Rhythm & Brews also features the Hands On! family zone, Pardee Hospital misting machine, local foods, brews and wines. It's free.