Special Concert In CT To Help Those With Developmental Disabilities, Get Tickets Now

SIMSBURY, CT — Favarh — The Arc of the Farmington Valley will bring its annual benefit concert back to Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center on Saturday, with proceeds supporting services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

"Mike DelGuidice Under the Stars" is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m., with the lawn opening at 6 p.m.

DelGuidice, a singer, songwriter, and musician known for performing with Billy Joel, will perform with his band. The show is expected to include Billy Joel songs, classic rock, and DelGuidice's original music.

The annual concert raises money for Favarh, which provides residential, employment, day, recreation, transportation, and other services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Farmington Valley and 34 surrounding towns.

"This concert is about bringing people together," Favarh Executive Director Stephen E. Morris said. "It is a chance for families of all abilities to share a wonderful night of music while supporting opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities."

Organizers are encouraging concertgoers to bring blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics. Food trucks and other vendors will be available at the venue, while beer and wine will be sold at the Moonlight Pub.

The event is open to people of all ages and abilities. Tickets for children ages 12 and younger are $10.

Favarh said proceeds will support its work helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities pursue greater independence and achieve personal goals.

What to know:

• What: Mike DelGuidice Under the Stars, Favarh's annual benefit concert
• When: Saturday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m.; lawn opens at 6 p.m.
• Where: Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center
• What to bring: Blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics are welcome
• Food and drinks: Food vendors will be on-site, with beer and wine available for purchase
• Tickets: Children 12 and younger are $10
• Information and tickets: favarh.org/concert

For more information and to purchase tickets, click on this link.