SEBRING -- Florida Boards, a local Heartland band, will play their second Music in the Park concert at Highlands Hammock State Park on Dec. 13 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Founded by guitarist and lead singer Kendal Sheen, the band includes lead singer Dawn Smith, vocalist Clinton Anderson on keyboard, Harrison Havery on the bass guitar and Sawyer Humphrey on drums. This group of Highlands County musicians is known for performing the Abide and Circle of Truth concerts and other local venues. Their musical influences are diverse and include the following: Jimmy Buffet, Zac Brown and his country music band, Stick Figure, an American Reggae band from California, Southern rock, classic rock and blues and rock n roll. In the words of Kendal Sheen, Florida Boards is “a good time sing along band.” Fans and friends of the band are welcome to join in. They promise a relaxing, laid back evening of music from “happy beach” music to Southern rock. As this concert is close to the holidays, they will also perform a selection of Christmas music.

Concertgoers can celebrate the New Year on January 17 with solo artist and Indiana native Malachi Jaggers who blends storytelling with country and Heartland rock. Paisley Craze, known for their anthology of Sixties music covering the British Invasion to the Beach Boys to Woodstock, is scheduled for February 21. Harry Havery and California Toe Jam will close out the series on March 28 with the best classic rock of the 1960s and 70s.

Concert admission is now $15 per adult. Accompanied children 12 years and younger are free of charge. Pets are not permitted. The Music in the Park series is sponsored by the Friends of Highlands Hammock State Park. Concert proceeds benefit park improvements. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and flashlights and enjoy an evening of music under the stars. Refreshments and food are provided by the Hammock Inn concession and food vendors. Call the Ranger Station at 863-386-6094 for more information. Highlands Hammock is located at 5931 Hammock Road in Sebring.