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First Fridays Ignites the Start of July 4th
Monday, June 21, 2010 at 15:52
Start the holiday weekend with a bang on First Fridays, July 2 from 6-9pm at Mercato! As American as apple pie with all American classic rock and pop providing the musical backdrop for this year’s Independence Celebration!

Sparking the evening’s entertainment is The Manipulators, on the main stage across from The Pub. The Manipulators capture the spirit of rock and roll with a song list that includes classics by some of the greatest bands of the past thirty years: The Doobie Brothers, The Eagles, ZZ Top, Eric Clapton, Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band, The Beatles, Huey Lewis and the News, Creedence Clearwater Revival and so many more!

The band has amassed a loyal following performing at several favorite local venues and for corporate and social events at such prestigious resorts as the Ritz-Carlton.

Enjoy the acoustical sounds of Brendon McDonnell (also a member of ‘Pub Mustard’) who will be performing high-energy modern rock next to Swim ‘n Sport. Stroll the Main Street, listen to the sounds of live music, peruse the exceptional collection of shops, grab a casual bite or revel in a fine dining experience!

Mercato is the ultimate destination for shopping, dining and business. From the latest fashions to furniture for the home and a full service computer shop, Mercato has it covered. Included in the exclusive collection of fine stores is Bobby Chan, Books-A-Million, Byte Shop/Style, Coldwater Creek, Gigi’s Children’s Boutique, Pandora, Signatures, Simply Natural, Spectacles, Sportalm, Swim ‘n Sport, Sur La Table, and Z Gallerie. Restaurants also range the gamut and include AZN Cuizine, Bravo! Cucina Italiana, McCormick & Schmick’s, Piola, Pure Urban Oasis, Stage 62 Deli, The Pub, Whole Foods Market and Yogurbella. Silverspot Cinema brings the latest Hollywood films and independent shorts to its 11-screen theatre with leather seating and state-of-the-art sound. Blue Martini features over 25 superior martinis and a Tapas menu.

Located on 52-acres at the intersection of U.S. 41 North and Vanderbilt Beach Road, Mercato is a premier lifestyle community offering the finest in condominium living at The Strada at Mercato together with the best in shopping, dining and entertainment, all in one location. Free covered parking. Call 239.403.2204 for more information or visit www.mercatonaples.com.