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BEMIDJI —Bemidji Early Childhood Collaborative, Lakeland PBS, Bemidji Parks and Recreation and Apple Blossom Village will host a Nature Neighbors Festival, a free community event from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, at the Lake Bemidji Waterfront.

"This exciting festival is designed to connect families with the incredible nature right in their backyard," a release said.

At the event, attendees can enjoy food trucks, local talent, a concert, kids activities and a resource fair.

The resource fair will feature interactive activities and educational materials from local organizations dedicated to outdoor and nature-focused experiences for young children and families, a release said.

The highlight of the event will be a live concert by the Grammy Award-winning folk music duo, The Okee Dokee Brothers, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

Known for their unique blend of nature-inspired songs and engaging performances, The Okee Dokee Brothers were also involved with the new PBS Kids special, "Brambletown."

The duo wrote and sang the music for the film, telling the story of two lifelong friends, Fox and Badger, who return to their childhood home. "Brambletown" explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the importance of taking care of oneself and others, explained the release.

At the concert, families will experience the music from "Brambletown" live, as well as other classic Okee Dokee Brothers music.

"We are thrilled to bring the Nature Neighbors Festival and concert to Bemidji," Bemidji Early Childhood Collaborative Director Lydia Pietruszewski said in the release. "This is a truly collaborative effort by all our partners to provide a free, accessible, and enriching experience for our community."

For more information and updates about the event, visit the Bemidji Early Childhood Collaborative