The Admiral Neighborhood Association continues to make progress in planning a summer concert series for Hiawatha Park. They have established an official partnership with the Hiawatha Park Action Committee and booked two of the six bands.

A goal sponsor has also been found, though more are still needed.

Tom Colwell and the Southbound Odyssey, which recently played the Pete Seeger 90th Birthday Celebration at the Admiral Theater, will play July 30 and the West Seattle Big Band is expected to play August 27

While PCC Market will be the primary sponsor for the series, additional sponsors are still needed to fund the concerts.

Mayor Greg Nickels has been invitied to the event but has not confirmed his attendance yet.

The concerts will be held on Thursday nights between July 23 and August 27 behind the community center and take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Event organizer Katy Walum expects local families to mingle and enjoy picnic dinners.

"I'm aiming for a classy musical affair," Walum said. "Im really excited about it."

If you are interested in sponsoring the event please contact Walum at katy.walum@gmail.com.