Strongwater Farm Country Harvest Hoedown on Sunday featuring Jimmy Connor Band on Sunday, October 8, 1-4pm.

This Sunday, country music performer Jimmy Connor will take the stage at Strongwater Farm's Harvest Hoedown benefit in Tewksbury. As Jimmy on Facebook this week, "Music is supposed to be about love, so let's keep spreading it."

All are welcome to come and enjoy Jimmy Connor's Country & Western music, eat barbecue, enjoy a local brew, and at the same time help our vets, children and adults with special needs, and individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders. This family-friendly, fun-filled Strongwater Farm Country & Western Harvest Hoedown will be at the farm, 500 Livingston Street in Tewksbury on Sunday, October 8 from 1:00-4:00 pm. For tickets and information visit http://strongwaterfarm.org

Strongwater Farm uses its tranquil horse-farm setting to provide equestrian-assisted activities and therapies for those who are often unable to find help elsewhere. Veterans returning from war with PTSD, young people learning to cope with autism spectrum disorders, and young mothers and fathers struggling with substance use disorders have all experienced vital healing and help at Strongwater. Yet the Farm, a nonprofit corporation, receives no governmental funding. Its work is made possible by over 300 volunteers, who donate their time to improve the lives of others, and by the generosity of foundations, individuals and proceeds of events like the Hoedown.

The Hoedown, this Sunday, October 8 on Columbus Day Weekend, will feature live Country Western Music by the Jimmy Connor Band, southern barbecue from Lester’s Roadside BBQ, and Ipswich Ale Brewery will be serving their craft-brewed beer (cash bar). There will also be hayrides, games for the kids, and raffles. Walk the tranquil grounds while enjoying the company of our four-legged friends and learn about the important work that happens at Strongwater.

Jimmy Connor was named the Most Promising Male Vocalist of the Year, Instrumentalist of the Year and Male Entertainer of the Year by the North America Country Music Association. A native of Boxborough, Jimmy’s a talented singer/songwriter who hasn't met an instrument he doesn't like.

Hoedown tickets are $49.95 for adults, $25 for children (5 to 12 years), kids under 5 attend for free.

Tickets are available at www.strongwaterfarm.org/harvest-hoe-down, by stopping by Strongwater Farm, or by calling (978) 851-5540. Advance reservations are recommended as attendance is limited. This all-ages, Rain or Shine event is sponsored in part by Lowell Five.

Watch the amazing work at Strongwater Farm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpqEbJI2Fzw