The Landing will host its first-ever outdoor concert series this month, featuring live music and a beer and wine garden.

The free series features local jazz groups and The Landing will serve as a collection to eliminate hunger in the state.

The performances are from 6 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday evenings in July. Performers include The Brooks Giles Band on July 9, Chris Amemiya and Friends on July 16, Cascade Jazz July 23 and vocalist Bethany Smith Staelens July 30.

Jazz in July promises free music and fun for the whole family.

Papaya Vietnamese Café  will host the beverage garden, featuring beer, wine and food available for purchase.

Sponsors of the event are Papaya Vietnamese Café, The Reserve & Sanctuary Apartments and The Renton Reporter.

JAZZ IN JULY AT THE LANDING

WHAT: A concert series at The Landing shopping center

WHEN: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. July 9, 16, 23, 30

WHERE: The Landing, 900 N.  10th Place, Renton

COST: Free

MORE INFO: Visit www.thelandinginrenton.com