ROCKING THE HOOK
S.H.O.P.’s Annual Free Concert
September 28, 2024 • 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
A Day of Music, Food, & Beverages at the Sandy Hook Heritage Park
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featuring
12:00 – 1:00
Blonde & Grey
Blonde & Grey brings a refreshing blend of rock and pop with a heartfelt touch. This dynamic duo creates a musical experience that’s both moving and fun, weaving in the sweet sounds of the flute to add a unique fragrance to their performances. Their music, a mix of soft and medium rock with a pop twist, is sure to captivate and entertain audiences.
1:30 – 3:00
Dan’s Garage Band
Dan’s Garage Band delivers a high-energy performance packed with classic rock anthems that span decades. From the feel-good vibes of “Summer of ’69” by Bryan Adams to the timeless “Brown Eyed Girl” by Van Morrison, this band covers all the hits that make you want to sing along and dance.
3:30 – 5:30
Northern Bred Country Band
Northern Bred Country Band, is dedicated to preserving the soul of traditional country music. Specializing in the timeless classics from the 70s, 80s, and 90s, this band brings the authentic sounds of the old jukebox
joints to life.
6:00 – 8:00
Green Eyed Lady
A dynamic rock band known for captivating audiences with their electrifying performances. With a blend of rock roots and a touch of Southern flair, they have won the hearts of music lovers everywhere.
food & beverages
Dad’s Grill
Dad’s Grill serves a family-friendly menu suitable for any occasion. We are the Home of the Burger Wrap. The Burger Wrap is our juicy Angus burger, topped the way you like it, wrapped in a flour tortilla, and grilled to perfection. Our hot and crispy crinkle fries are a perfect complement to the Burger Wrap, the chicken strips, the hot dog, or the grilled cheese!
Rico Mac Taco
Cause we make the best tacos in town, that’s why!
Home-made tortillas! let us show you why our tacos are not like the rest!
Beverage Tent
Beers, wines, and water. The venue is for those 21+, and an I.D. is required. Wristbands will be issued.
activities
Bounce House
Newtown-Strong Therapy Dogs
Face Painting
Juggler
Sponsors
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Media
Scenes from the 2023 Concert!
The Concert’s Evolution
Sandy Hook Organization for Prosperity S.H.O.P., a non-profit located in Sandy Hook Village,
is excited to host our 2024 Rocking the Hook concert at our Heritage Park!
This year’s event features great music from four bands, on-site food from food trucks, and a beer and wine tent.
In addition, our media sponsor, WPLR, the New Haven and Fairfield County’s most prominent rock station, will be on-site the day of the event.
How It Started
Several years ago, Jeff Wallace, VP of Media and Sponsorship at Live Nation, contacted S.H.O.P. He offered to help secure sponsors to hold a free concert in Sandy Hook. As a result, hundreds in our community enjoyed the show. Since that first year, attendance has grown, and promoting the concert has reached well beyond Sandy Hook.
S.H.O.P. - Our Mission
The event is one of several fundraisers S.H.O.P. executes for initiatives to elevate awareness of the Village of Sandy Hook, its business community, and its impressive history.
The Heritage Trail Project
One of S.H.O.P.’s recent initiatives is for the Heritage Trail in Sandy Hook. We have been fundraising to build a community space on a piece of town-owned property that we lease for $1/year. The park will include a pavilion, 30 public parking places, and a green space extending to the river.
S.H.O.P. Board members will be on hand to showcase our initiatives for Heritage Park, and concert-goers can donate to support the project.
