If you're in a picnic mood, head to the American Legion Post 474, at 470 Capistrano Road, Princeton. There, enjoy patriotic and light rock music and barbecue, while reclining on a lawn chair or blanket.
The Legion's Memorial Day begins with a 1 p.m. ceremony. At 1:30, entertainment starts with the "Half Moon Bay Sit-Down Marching Band" you know from the Fourth of July parade. The 25- to 50-piece band will play its usual mix of John Philip Sousa marches, jazz tunes and patriotic marches.
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Its namesake, Frank Ellis, started it with the rocking and comedic Mad Brothers. He's joined by bassist Randy McGowan, drummer David Platshon and guitarist/vocalist Norman Collins.
There's barbecue available. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
For more information, call Legion Commander Russell Bissonnette at (650) 400-7040.
But if you're in a jazzy mood, you can tap toes in time with the surf when the second annual Smooth Jazz KKSF 103.7 Concerts on the Coast kicks off at the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.
It begins at 4 p.m. Monday with "Guitars, Sax and More." They include renowned jazz artists Peter White and Jeff Golub on guitar, sax men Richard Elliot and Gerald Albright, plus a rhythm section.
Albright established himself on the studio and touring circuit, recording with Nina Simone, Barry White, Nancy Wilson, the Temptations, Randy Newman, Teena Marie and more. He scored a personal best with his alto sax work on Quincy Jones' "Septembro" album.
He says, "With every note I play, I really want to move people," and he'll do just that Monday at the Ritz.
Tickets are $85, and can be purchased by calling (877) 468-5299.
AT A GLANCE
What: American Legion town picnic; Jazz Concert on the Coast
Where: American Legion Post 474; the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
When: 1 p.m.; 4 p.m.; Monday, May 29
Cost: free; $85
Information: 726-7403; (877) 468-5299
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