Kent American Music Roots Festival

Produced by the Crooked River Arts Council, the second annual installment of American Roots will offer free live music by 26 acts at 23 venues throughout Kent. Singer-songwriter Thor Platter, old-school country act the Shootouts, roots rockers the Jack Fords and singer-songwriter Emily Keener will be among the performers. Consult the website for a schedule and a map of the participating clubs. (Niesel)