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Z Group Sponsors June 18th Concert to Support Basalt Education Foundation

  • Writer: Z Group Architecture & Interior Design
    Z Group Architecture & Interior Design
  • May 27
  • 3 min read

What does architecture have to do with a summer concert? More than you might think.


Z Group Architecture & Interior Design is proud to be a headline sponsor of the June 18 concert at Basalt River Park, the opening night of the 2025 Basalt Summer Concert Series.

Aerial photo of Basalt River Park showing the concert lawn, stage, and the Roaring Fork River flowing through downtown Basalt.

But this is more than music. It’s about community, creativity, and a shared commitment to place. It’s also about supporting the Basalt Education Foundation, a vital organization dedicated to shaping the future of local students and, by extension, our entire community.



A Community Event with Heart


 A local band playing under soft evening light at Basalt River Park, surrounded by a lively crowd enjoying the music.

Set along the banks of the Roaring Fork River, this free Wednesday night concert series transforms the town into a rhythm-filled gathering space. On June 18, the park will echo with live music, laughter, and the sound of neighbors reconnecting.


The evening lineup:

  • 5:30 p.m. – Taylor Shae

  • 6:30 p.m. – break

  • 7:00 p.m. – Ipecac


For over 70 years, Z Group has designed buildings, but more importantly, we’ve helped shape the spaces between them — parks, plazas, town centers, and homes where life unfolds. Supporting events like this concert is an extension of that mission: creating experiences that bring people together.


Z Group Architecture & Interior Design banner displayed on a fence at the Basalt Summer Concert Series, representing their event sponsorship.


Supporting Education, Shaping the Future


Mother and son smiling and dancing during a summer concert at Basalt River Park.
Katie Hmielowski, Z Group Project Manager & Architectural Designer, shares a moment with her son at the 2024 Basalt Summer Concert Series.

On June 18, all food and beverage proceeds benefit the Basalt Education Foundation, which enhances public education through classroom innovation, enrichment programs, and teacher support.


“Design is about more than structures. It’s about community, connection, and the spaces where people gather and celebrate life together.” — Scott McHale, Principal & Director of Design


At Z Group, we see clear parallels between thoughtful architecture and excellent education: both are built on vision, collaboration, and long-term impact. Supporting organizations like the Basalt Education Foundation is just one way we invest in the people and place that inspire our work.



Concert Details at a Glance


Location: Basalt River Park, Downtown Basalt

Food & Drinks: On-site food trucks, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages (proceeds benefit Basalt Education Foundation)

Transportation: Walk, bike, WE-cycle, RFTA (free within Basalt), or use Basalt Connect. More information at https://basalt.net/666/Summer-Concert-Series

Live Music Lineup:


Panoramic view of Basalt River Park filled with concertgoers on blankets and chairs as the band performs under twilight skies.

For Your Comfort

  •  Bring a blanket or a low chair

  • Pack your own food (no outside alcohol permitted)

  • Wear layers, cool mountain evenings are part of the charm

  • Dogs welcome (leashed, of course)

  • Arrive early to grab your favorite spot on the lawn



Z Group team—including Scott McHale, Randy Henrie, Seth Hmielowski, and Brittany Biebl—gathered at the 2024 Basalt Summer Concert.
Scott McHale, Randy Henrie, Seth Hmielowski, and Brittany Biebl at the 2024 Basalt Concert Series

Why We Sponsor


Our commitment to the community doesn’t stop at the drawing board.


Whether it’s designing town centers, like Basalt Center Circle, revitalizing parks and bus stops, like the Basalt River Park Bus Stop, or supporting the next generation of learners, Z Group is proud to give back through design, advocacy, and sponsorship.


“Supporting events like this aligns with everything we value: community, creativity, and creating spaces where people can gather and thrive.”Seth Hmielowski, Senior Principal.


Events like these represent the heart of what we do, designing for life, not just structures. When we contribute to the public realm, we’re investing in moments that matter.



A high-energy performance at Basalt River Park with stage lights, a cheering crowd, and the town’s skyline in the distance.

Join Us

Experience how music, design, and purpose come together under the summer sky.


📅 Wednesday, June 18 | 5:30–9:00 p.m.

📍 Basalt River Park, Downtown Basalt


Together, we’ll celebrate the start of summer and the power of design that connects us all.



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Basalt Summer Concert Series poster

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