The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra (NBSO) and Cape Verdean Association (CVA) will be holding Junta Mon: Together in Music, a collaborative music festival on Saturday, June 11 from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at the future site of Island Park, 1157 Acushnet Avenue in the North End of New Bedford.

This free musical event for the whole family will feature songs by Cape Verdean musicians, a second set by several NBSO musicians, and then culminate as the two groups play together.

The New Bedford Art Museum/ArtWorks! ArtMobile and Local Artist Devin “Nived” McLaughlin will be present helping make crafts using recycled materials and coloring pages. Face-painting and interactive musical activities for children will also take place.

Cape Verdean and other delicious food will be offered for sale by Chef Kevin’s Food Truck!