Featured band "Johnny Green & the Greenmen," will headline this year's 'Two Rivers Music Fest' in Motley, performing Saturday, July 25, 6 - 10 p.m. in Veteran's Park. The band is best known for their work on the Batman TV series, where they played the role of the Joker's henchmen and also wrote the show's musical score, recording with the legendary Billy May (The band will be bringing the Batmobile to Motley, Johnny said). They have also toured with the Rolling Stones, the Beatles and Bob Hope; performed for President Nixon; and have been a top attraction in Las Vegas. (Submitted photos) Back for the third year in a row, the "Two Rivers Music Fest" in Motley is the place to be July 24 - 26.

The family friendly event (which drew nearly 2,000 people last year) features a wide variety of musical entertainment, as well as food booths, arts and crafts, a car show, parade; and...the Batmobile.

Admission is free.

"There's something for everyone," said Bob Jenkins,

General Chairman

and founder of the festival. "Whether you like rock 'n

Master guitarist Kevin Klimek will perform at the Two Rivers Music Fest in Motley from 4 - 6 p.m. Friday, July 24, at the United Methodist Church in Motley. A solo guitarist/ vocalist, Kevin is the official house entertainer at Bar Harbor Lounge and Restaurant on Gull Lake. His music styles include classic rock, blues and smooth jazz. Over the years, Kevin has appeared on stage with groups such as Buck Owens and Bill Halley's Comets. roll, gospel or country... we've got a great line-up of musicians again this year."

Most of the bands will perform at Veteran's Park in Motley, except for guitarist Kevin Klimek, who will play during Friday night's pie and ice cream social at Motley United Methodist Church.

"Expect some surprises, too," laughed Jenkins. At last year's festival, a wedding took place on one of the parade floats; and this year, it's been confirmed that the Batmobile will make an appearance during Johnny Green and the Greenmen's show Saturday night.

These activities were made possible thanks to a grant from Five Wings Arts Council (with funds through the Minnesota Legislature) and donations from local businesses.

Hundreds of volunteer hours have been logged by members of the Two Rivers board, which includes Jenkins, vice chair Gayle Quinn, Larry Beckner, Marinell (Jo) Philipp; and Harry and Lavoane Meyer.

"It's a lot of work, but it's worth it," Jenkins said recently. "It feels great to see everything falling into place."

The line-up for the weekend includes the following:

Friday, July 24

o Pie and ice cream social, United Methodist Church from 4 - 6 p.m. Guitarist Kevin Klimek will perform classic rock, blues and jazz.

o Country Gospel music by The Schimpps & The Timbs, from 6 - 8:30 p.m. in Veteran's Park.

Saturday, July 25

o Firemen's Breakfast, sponsored by the Motley Fire Department, from 7 - 10:30 a.m. at the Motley Fairgrounds

o Craft Show opens at 10 a.m., Veteran's Park. (Food and crafts booths will sell to the public all day - closing at 10 p.m.).

o Parade, on 1st Avenue South, begins at 11 a.m., featuring vintage cars and tractors; and many floats

o "The Unbelievable Uglies," Rock & Country Hall of Famers, perform from 12 - 3 p.m., Veteran's Park

o Car Show, 12 - 3:30 p.m. Trophies at 3:30 p.m.

o Tami & The Bachelor, musical husband and wife duo, will perform from 3 - 6 p.m., Veteran's Park. Tami (Kraft) is a 1975 graduate of Motley High School.

o Johnny Green and the Greenmen (performing rock classics, blues and swing) take the Veteran's Park stage from 6 - 10 p.m. Known for their work on the Batman TV series, the band will be bringing the Batmobile to Motley.

Sunday, July 26

o Community Worship Service (non-denominational) at Veteran's Park, from 10 a.m. - noon; with music by Bill Berndt & The Vagabonds. Sponsored by United Methodist and Free Methodist churches of Motley.

In case of rain, Friday and Sunday events will be held at the Motley United Methodist Church; and Saturday's events will be held at the Motley Staples Middle School.

For more information, contact Bob Jenkins at 218- 352-6629 or Gayle Quinn at 218-352-6040.