Celebrating 33 years of entertainment! Concerts in the Grove is a
CSULB Alumni Association
fundraiser organized by
alumni volunteers. Past
concertgoers know the four
Saturday night series as a casual, fun
and lively evening of great entertainment
in an outdoor setting. Our concert series
sells out quickly, so we encourage you to
respond early to get the best seats. Bring
your favorite eats to enjoy before the performances. For your convenience,
alcoholic beverages* will be available for purchase at concessions.
A popular Concerts in the Grove pastime is the raffle drawing for donated gifts from local merchants. Just a few of the past prizes have included: $100 savings bond; tickets to Dodger games; DVD player; cruises around the Long Beach harbor; two-night accommodations at fine hotels; and gift certificates to acclaimed local restaurants.
All proceeds from Concerts in the Grove help to finance CSULB's emergency
student loans, campus grants to worthy programs, student scholarships and
numerous alumni programs throughout the year. Thanks to community
generosity, the number of grants and available dollars has steadily grown,
and Concerts in the Grove continues its commitment to support the
university's educational programs of excellence.
Saturdays, July 18, July 25, August 15, and August 22
CSULB Campus, Soroptimist House
Reserved terrace seating at tables, $30 per person. Terrace tables accommodate groups of four to 8, dinner terrace style (bring some friends!). When complete tables are not purchased, smaller parties are combined to fill them (make some friends!). Sorry, we cannot guarantee specific table requests. The Concerts in the Grove committee will assign you the best seats available based on the date your order is received. If your group cannot be accommodated at one table, you’ll be contacted regarding your options. Smoking will be allowed only in designated non-dining areas.
Please contact us if you have any need for accommodations due to a disability or medical condition. Sorry, no refunds or exchanges, rain or shine. All tickets will be mailed at least one week prior to the concert. Gates open at 6 p.m. for picnic dining. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Held outdoors at the Soroptimist House terrace on Beach Drive. Online ticket sales begin May 15.
For additional information, please contact 562/985-5252.
* CSULB alcohol policy does not allow event attendees to bring their own alcohol on campus for consumption.
July 18
Elm Street Band
This Long Beach group boasts alumni of Cal State Long Beach, Long Beach City College, Millikan High and Stanford Junior High. These four venerable rockers have jammed together in various combinations for almost 40 years. The Long Beach Press Telegram calls them “the soundtrack for the City of Long Beach.” The highly acclaimed “oldies” band performs vintage Top 40 and popular tunes from the ’40s through the ’70s like “Mustang Sally” and “Some Kind of Wonderful.” If you like Elvis, The Beatles and the Eagles, you will love the Elm Street Band.
July 25
Tommy Tassi and the Authentics
Back by popular demand and rated one of the best bands by concert audiences! Tommy Tassi and the Authentics is a highly renowned oldies band that has been entertaining and pleasing audiences of all ages since 1978 with their riveting spirit and energy. They can perform many requests due to their myriad repertoire of the popular hits from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s. Lead vocalist Tommy Tassi, who has an uncanny ability to sound like many of the legendary artists, has guided the band to their popularity and success.
August 15
Paperback Writer
Experience Beatlemania with Paperback Writer! The members of this tribute show comprise a Beatle look and sound far superior to other acts. Paperback Writer members are professionally trained studio vocalists with years of repeated voice blending experience that make for tight vocals and performing the most complex Beatles songs with ease. They incorporate great detail in costuming, amplifiers and instruments. Come see The Beatles at The Beach!
August 22
Ronny & The Classics
Ronny and the Classics is a band that brings life, energy
and excitement to classic tunes from the past six decades such
as "In the Mood," "Night Train," "All Shook Up," "Lil Deuce
Coupe," "Sweet Home Alabama," "Oye Como Va," and "Light my
Fire." They deliver a sound that will have you on your
feet, joining the party on the dance floor. These five
remarkable musicians, who have been together for over 20
years, blend their talents to create an explosive show filled
with energy, animation, choreography and great music. Their
unique style brings everything together in a neatly wrapped,
yet unrestrained experience for the entire audience.
Sponsored by your CSULB Alumni Association.
