The 2016 Texas Rose Festival is almost here, and to kick things off the Tyler Strutters have booked Edwin Holt for Roses in the Park on Oct. 8, in Bergfeld Park.Things get started at 7 p.m., with money raised goint towards Hope Haven, a local nonprofit organization that provides a safe living environment for foster girls.

Joining Holt will be the legendary Tutu Jones all the way from Dallas, Texas.  Curious about what to expect? Check out this performance from the Smithsonian Folk Life Festival in 2008.

Please purchase a Roses in the Park bracelet to attend this event and show your support for Tyler and Hope Haven. This purchase is tax deductible. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are welcome.

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