Congregation Beth David presents ‘An Evening with Peter Yarrow’

Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul & Mary), singer, songwriter, social and political activist, will appear at Aqua Blue in Narragansett at a benefit concert for Congregation Beth David on July 16.

The performance is open to the public.

His show is remarkable: warm, humorous, contemporary, nostalgic, thoughtful and inspiring.  He sings songs and tells stories of where we were, where we are and what we can do now.

Yarrow’s talents as a creative artist – both with the legendary trio Peter, Paul & Mary and as a solo performer – are frequently directed at using music to convey a message of humanity and caring.

His gift for songwriting has produced some of the most moving songs from Peter, Paul & Mary, including “Puff, the Magic Dragon,” “Day is Done,” “Light One Candle” and “The Great Mandala.” As a member of the renowned musical trio, Yarrow has earned multiple gold and platinum albums, as well as numerous Grammys.

He has also released four solo albums, hosted three television specials based on “Puff the Magic Dragon,” and produced the film “You are What You Eat.”

Over the years Yarrow has been involved in many causes – equal rights, peace, the environment, gender equality, homelessness, hospice care, and education. He has received numerous honors, including the Allard K. Lowenstein Award in 1982 and the Tikkun Olam Award from the Miami Jewish Federation in 1995.

Yarrow was also involved in the Guggenheim’s “Learning Through Art” program, and Holocaust remembrance and education programs. He is the founder and leader of Operation Respect with its “Don’t Laugh At Me” initiative, combatting bullying and violence in schools.

Tickets are $60 and include the performance, dinner and a silent and live auction. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Congregation Beth David at 401-789-3437, or send a check (payable to Congregation Beth David), to Congregation Beth David, P.O. Box 3299, Narragansett, R.I. 02882.