Good Times Magazine #1342 by Good Times Magazine

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WICKED IN MOVIE THEATERS

After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a twopart immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025.

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.

The cast of characters includes Pfannee and ShenShen, two conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live) and Bronwyn James (Harlots); a new character created for the film, Miss Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala Settle (The Greatest Showman) and four-time Emmy winner Peter Dinklage (Game of Thrones) as the voice of Dr. Dillamond.

LINCOLN CENTER GLOBALFEST 2025

The 22nd edition of New York’s renowned globalFEST returns to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts (LCPA) with a thrilling lineup of artists on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 7:00 p.m., as part of Lincoln Center Presents. Set across three stages at David Geffen Hall, globalFEST 2025 celebrates musical discovery, with traditional, contemporary, and genredefying acts, bringing together unique musical perspectives that transcend borders. More information is available at LincolnCenter.org/ globalFEST. Tickets for globalFEST 2025 are on sale at LincolnCenter.org/globalFEST.

WATERCOLOR ARTIST JAN GUARINO EXHIBITION AND SALE

The Fireﬂy Artists, located at 90 Main St. in Northport Village, is hosting the works of Jan Guarino in a solo exhibition. Jan Guarino Fearless Watercolor Works on Exhibition & Sale: through November 15th,. Closing Reception / Book Signing: Thurs, Nov 14th 6 – 8 p.m.

Jan recently acknowledged her 10-year anniversary teaching of her illustrious Second Act. Jan will have over 100 of her paintings of her favorite subjects, i.e., bridges, doorways, windows, portraits as well as seasonal images on sale hanging in the center area of the gallery.

For 45 years, Jan ran her own Design Studio where she created cutting edge logos, advertisements and marketing collateral for corporations and non-profits. She retired from graphic design in 2020 to focus entirely on painting and teaching.

She is also announcing the completion of her first book on watercolors, “Thinking Your Way Through Watercolors” and will be doing a book signing at the closing reception.

DUKE ELLINGTON’S NUTCRACKER SUITE

The New School’s College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama will celebrate the holidays on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:30 p.m., John L. Tishman Auditorium, 63 Fifth Ave., N.Y.C. with special performances of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s The Nutcracker Suite and Oliver Nelson’s arrangement of Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf by the New School Studio Orchestra (NSSO) featuring guest artists including Nick Marchione, led by Keller Coker, Dean, School of Jazz and Contemporary Music. This event is open to the public and free with registration. Ellington and Strayhorn’s The Nutcracker Suite features jazz interpretations of themes from Tchaikovsky’s beloved 1892 ballet score. Information: www.newschool.edu/performing-arts

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PWC TREMBLANT WORLD CUP

In the wake of last year’s resounding success, the resort in Quebec, is gearing up the second edition of PwC Tremblant World Cup, to be held on Saturday and Sunday, December 7 and 8, featuring two back-to-back women’s Giant Slalom races. As the only stop on the World Cup circuit in Canada, the world’s best female skiers in the world will be racing down the Flying Mile for a place on the podium.

To keep an eye on the athletes to watch out for, to buy a ticket in one of the zones, and to find out all about the on-site entertainment, the full race and shows schedule, visit the PwC Tremblant World Cup website: PwC Tremblant World Cup | December 7 & 8, 2024.

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS LET’S DANCE:

Disney On Ice is bringing the party to hometowns across the country, and the guest list is jam-packed with audience favorite Disney characters! Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy have become DJ’s, remixing Disney tunes into colorful stories at this all-new state-of-the-art ice show. Get ready to turn up the fun when Disney On Ice visits Long Island’s UBS Arena from November 13 – 17, 2024.

This production invites guests to belt out Disney’s chart-topping tunes, as their favorite stories are brought to life on and above the ice. Fans are sure to be wowed by the cutting-edge figure skating, high-flying acrobatics, unexpected stunts, thrilling special effects, eye-catching costumes, and stunning set designs.

Audiences will experience a nonstop party that encourages them to journey to unforgettable places, laugh, sing, dance, and make magical memories together. Through the magic of music, what started as a party transforms into a fantastic adventure!

Tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster. com or in-person at the venue box office.

MARIAH CAREY 2024 CHRISTMAS TOUR

The queen of Christmas and best-selling female artist of all time, with over 200 million records sold, Mariah Carey announced her highly-anticipated annual Christmas extravaganza is back and going national! Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time will visit 20 cities across the country including Sunday, December 15 at UBS Arena in Belmont Park, located 30 minutes from Penn Station or Grand Central via LIRR. Produced by Live Nation, this tour marks Carey’s grandest holiday spectacle to date and is the first of many surprises she has in store to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her legendary album ‘Merry Christmas’ and its record-shattering single “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” The show will feature the global superstar’s timeless holiday classics alongside fan-favorite chart-toppers, promising an unforgettable festive experience. Tickets are available at LiveNation.com.

"The old tale newly interestingand a lot more fun!"

- The New Yorker

PAC TRACK

JAZZ CONCERT AT MADISON THEATRE

Join world-renowned jazz stars Eric Darius, Joe “JJ” Sansaverino, and Four80 East for a night of soul-moving, toe-tapping, finger-snapping jazz music at The Madison Theatre, Molloy College. When you experience this incredible group’s talent, you will be transported into the world of smooth jazz. Come on in and leave your troubles at home, for this incredible night of jazz.

With a trademark jump and crowd-captivating energy throughout his live show, Eric Darius is breaking the mold of modern jazz. The Billboard chart topping, American saxophonist, songwriter, producer, and performer shines in a vibrant new light as he reinvents himself through ‘Unleashed’, an expansive and ambitious genre-spanning album brimming with passion and purpose, soul and sweat, charisma and charm.

Saturday, November 30th at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $55 - $95 with discounts for Seniors and Veterans. To purchase tickets and for ticket

information, please call (516) 323-4444 or visit: www.madisontheatreny.org

JUST WILD ABOUT HARRY

The 2nd annual “Just Wild About Harry” tribute concert honors the late Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and social activist Harry Chapin, who would have turned 82 on December 7.

Featured will be Long Island’s top musicians and songwriters, all donating their time and all performing Chapin classics including Taxi and Cat’s in the Cradle, plus many other hits and fan favorites like WOLD and Story of a Life

“For 20 years, the Long Island music community has come together to commemorate Harry by playing his songs around the anniversary of his tragic passing,” Stu Markus says. “This show celebrates his life with a birthday bash.” Like in past shows, participating artists will be encouraged to put their own interpretations on his songs. “We’ve had some amazing arrangements, from folky to country,

from torch-song style to hard rock,” Markus adds. $20 gets you in the door, but you are encouraged to give more. (516) 767-6444 or email boxoffice@ landmarkonmainstreet.org

FEARLESS THE TAYLOR SWIFT EXPERIENCE

Fearless: The Taylor Swift Experience features live performances of all her fan-favorite hits from every era, covering tunes like Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble, and countless others.

Featuring Rikki Lee Wilson, a self-proclaimed Swiftie, Fearless promises to deliver the ultimate Taylor Swift experience around! So get on the dance floor and get ready to Shake It Off!

Sunday January 12th at 2 p.m. at The Suffolk 118 East Main Street, Riverhead. Tickets $29 –$49 For more information on upcoming shows, visit TheSuffolk.org or call the Box Office at (631) 727-4343

30-A Glen Street, Suite 204 Glen Cove, Long Island TikiRecording.com

Contact Fred Guarino 516-671- 4300

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LEGENDS OF LONG ISLAND MUSIC AWARDS SET FOR NOVEMBER 19TH

They say the wheels of justice turn slowly, but nowhere near as slow as the emergence of The Long Island Music Business Organization. Let me explain... Let’s flashback to the year 1979, we’re down in the dark and dank bowels of My Father’s Place club in Roslyn.

Back in those days, Eppy held court downstairs, and upstairs he brought the cream of the music world to Long Island. Seated around some tables were myself, Eppy, Mike Cono of All Record Distributors, Phil Basile, the godfather of Long Island clubs, (Action House, Speaks, Calderone Theatre, Concerts East) and with Phil, then Town of Hempstead Supervisor Alphonse D’Amato (later U.S. Senator), WBAB Radio, WLIR. There were a few more who I’ve forgotten.

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Time passed, the idea was put aside. Good Times followed up with The Best Band contests, in the days when people actually voted only once, unlike some of today’s contests.

1989 I went to Austin and Good Times was a cosponsor of SXSW, which took place that year in The Holiday Inn and at a dozen clubs. I was jealous, and came back determined we could do the same here.

1990 saw The Goodies Awards, held at Hofstra and Joan Jett, Ron Delsener and dozens of other Long Island stars showed up to be honored.

1991 saw the birth of The Long Island Music Festival,

We were there to discuss an idea I had, to form a Music Business Organization to promote Long Island Music.

Everyone agreed this was a good idea, after all, this was The Golden Age of Long Island Music. Good Times, celebrating it’s 10th Anniversary was 96 pages an issue then, and Rumbottoms, Hammerheads, Cheers, The Right Track Inn and dozens more were packed every night. Wet t-shirt nights were big, and put Zebra and Twisted Sister on a double bill and you had a thousand people, easy.

featuring 100 bands competing at 35 clubs, with winners at each club moving on to semi-finals and

the finals. The finals were 100% judges only and the winner received $1,000 cash and a slot at SXSW, or some other big music festival that we co-sponsored. The LIMF drew nearly 10,000 people each year and ran for nearly 16 years. (Continued on page 18)

SPORTS BEAT

There wasn’t a Subway Series this year, as the Yankees held up their end, but the Mets fell to the Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. Nevertheless, it was a surprisingly successful year for the baseball team from Queens.

Little was expected from the Mets going into the 2024 season. They had a new and untested manager in Carlos Mendoza. They were without their ace pitcher Kodai Senga for most of the season as he suffered an arm injury during spring training. Shortstop Francisco Lindor was a no-show for the first two months of the season. Third baseman Brett Baty struggled in the first third of the season and wound up spending the rest of 2024 playing for the Syracuse Mets.

Mark Vientos was called up when Baty was sent down and that is when things started looking up for the Amazin’s. Vientos had an uneven 2023 season as he showed flashes of power but struck out way too often. He worked on his batting eye as he cut down on his strikeouts. He did not sacrifice power as he hit twentyseven home runs during the regular season and added four more during the playoffs. He also worked hard on his fielding. While Mark may never be a Gold Glove winner, he is no longer a liability at the hot corner.

While it is still a long way from the storied Yankees-Red Sox rivalry, the Mets meeting the Phillies for the first time in the playoffs, in this case the National League Division Series, adds a lot of juice to the Turnpike Series. The distance between Citi Field and Citizens Bank Park is only one hundred miles, which is less than half of the distance between Yankee Stadium and Fenway Park. Citizens Bank Park, which turned twenty this past season, is still one of the nicest baseball

BROADWAY: HOLIDAY BOUNTY

“Here she is, boys. Here she is, world” Here’s Audra. In the most highly anticipated show this season, sixtime Tony-winner Audra McDonald stars in the Mt. Everest of musical theater roles – Madame Rose -- in George C. Wolfe’s revival of the Jule Styne-Stephen Sondheim-Arthur Laurent masterpiece “Gypsy.” With her magnificent voice and spectacular acting chops who better to tackle the role of Rose, the relentless, ruthless stage mother, who channels her frustrated ambitions into turning her daughters into vaudeville headliners? In an inspired casting coup, Tony-winner Danny Burstein co-stars as Herbie, the smitten lover/manager whom Rose charms and manipulates; and the dazzling Joy Woods (“I Can Get It for You Wholesale,” “The Notebook”) plays her klutzy, sensitive, unnoticed daughter Louise, who blossoms into the swan Gypsy Rose Lee. Previews begin November 21. (Majestic Theatre) gypsybway.com

Another highly anticipated musical is “Death Becomes Her,” adapted from the 1992 cult film comedy. Megan Hilty (“Smash”) and Jennifer Simard star in the Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn roles as frenemies with a grudge that lasts forever after taking a magical potion giving them eternal youth. Christopher Sieber and Destiny Child’s Michelle Williams co-star under choreographer Christopher Gattelli’s direction in the musical comedy (with book by Marco Pennette, and score by Julia Mattison and Noel Carey). (LuntFontanne Theatre) deathbecomesher.com

Tony-winner John Gallagher Jr. (“Spring Awakening”), Stark Sands, Adrian Blake Enscoe and Wayne Duvall reprise their leading roles from the Berkeley Repertory

stadiums. The Philadelphia nightlife and restaurant scene has really improved in the last few years. Of course, there are plenty of museums and other points of interest in the City of Brotherly Love.

While the New York sports media will obviously be centering on the free agency of Juan Soto and Pete Alonso, but an intriguing option for both the Mets and Yankees is Dodgers outfielder Teoscar Hernandez, who hits with power, and is a solid outfield defender.

The FOX Sports baseball studio team of Kevin Burkhardt, Alex Rodriguez, David “Big Papi” Ortiz clearly have learned a thing or two from TNT’s NBA studio team of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal. They know their viewers want baseball insight, but they also want to laugh and be entertained.

A case in point was Derek Jeter playing off his no-nonsense image and leaving the desk at Citi Field when Mr. And Mrs. Met approached Kevin Burkhardt. Jeter feigned disgust, but it was all an act, and it made for good TV.

Mr. And Mrs. Met were also on hand for the New York City Marathon as they helped New York Road Runners give away four hundred pairs of New Balance running shoes to underprivileged children. The NYRR is trying to get kids interested in distance running.

Speaking of the Mets, they will be holding an Amazin’ Day fan festival at Citi Field on January 25. It will be a chance for fans to rub shoulders with members of the 2025 Mets as well as team alumni. Tours will be given which should include such normally off-limits to the public areas as the team clubhouses and the VIP suites on the fourth floor. The Mets held an event like this in January 2020, and

by Jane Klain

and Arena Stage productions of “Swept Away” in which they play survivors of an 1888 shipwreck off the coast of New Bedford, Massachusetts. The jukebox musical about brotherhood, sacrifice and redemption features music and lyrics by the folk-rock band The Avett Brothers (from their 2004 album “Mignonette”). Tony-winner John Logan (“Red”) wrote the book and Tony-winner Michael Mayer (“Spring Awakening”) directs. (Longacre Theatre) sweptawaymusical.com

Grey Henson stars as Buddy, an orphan raised by Santa’s elves. Kayla Davion plays Jovie and Sean Astin is Santa in a new production of the 2010 musical “Elf” which returns to Broadway. Based on the 2003 holiday film favorite, the heartwarming musical (with book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin, music by Matthew Sklar and lyrics by Chad Beguelin) follows Buddy’s adventures as he travels to New York to find his birth father. (Marquis Theatre) elfonbroadway.com

Original cast members Laura Bel Bundy, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Kerry Butler who created the roles of Amber Von Tussle, Tracy Turnblad, and Penny Pingleton in Best Musicalwinner Hairspray, have since become mothers and have starred in 16 musicals including Beetlejuice, Mean Girls, Legally Blonde, and over 300 TV episodes. The trio has and directs the musical revue, “Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now,” in which they cover songs from Hairspray along with mashups and parodies. (New World Stages) Mamaimabiggirlnow.com

George

Sondheim-Arthur Laurent masterpiece “Gypsy.” With her magnificent voice and spectacular acting chops who better to tackle the role of Rose, the relentless, ruthless stage mother, who channels her frustrated ambitions into turning her daughters into vaudeville headliners? In an inspired casting coup, Tony-winner Danny Burstein co-stars as Herbie, the smitten lover/manager whom Rose charms and manipulates; and the dazzling Joy Woods (“I Can Get It for You Wholesale,” “The klutzy, sensitive, unnoticed daughter Louise, who blossoms Rose Lee. Previews begin November 21. (Majestic Theatre)

then COVID-19 struck. Let us hope history does not repeat itself.

Former Knicks guard Iman Shumpert is hosting a new series on ESPN Plus titled “Taking One for the Team.” The show will highlight the myriads of sacrifices professional athletes have to make to succeed.

anticipated musical is “Death adapted from the 1992 cult film (“Smash”) and Jennifer Simard Streep and Goldie Hawn roles as that lasts forever after taking a them eternal youth. Christopher Child’s Michelle Williams co-star Christopher Gattelli’s direction (with book by Marco Pennette, Mattison and Noel Carey). (Luntdeathbecomesher.com

Avett Brothers (from their 2004 album “Mignonette”).

Tony-winner John Logan (“Red”) wrote the book and Tony-winner Michael Mayer (“Spring Awakening”) directs. (Longacre Theatre) sweptawaymusical.com

By Lloyd Carroll

Gallagher Jr. (“Spring Awakening”), Stark Sands, Adrian Blake Duvall reprise their leading roles from the Berkeley Repertory

The NBA is not the only place to see professional basketball. The Long Island Nets of the G-League will once again be playing home games at the Nassau Coliseum. Fans of New York and Long Island street ball can watch some of the best playground hoop athletes compete in the new Crush Pro League which was founded by music producer Chris Lorenzo. Currently, home games are played every Sunday at the Harlem Police Athletic League Center. Hopefully, the Crush Pro League will expand into Queens and Long Island soon.

Long Island native Bob Gutkowski remains one of the most beloved sports executives of all-time. The former president of Madison Square Garden has just written his autobiography titled

“Gut Punch.” Gutkowski recalls his days as an NBC page, as well as reliving the 30th anniversary of that magic 1994 season when the Rangers won the Stanley Cup, while the Knicks made it to the NBA Finals. He also provides plenty of behind-thescenes MSG stories such as how Knicks president Dave Checketts refused to pay a $10,000 travel bill incurred by then-head coach Pat Riley because he gave his players a one-day vacation in Lake Tahoe. This is a fun read.

You must give the Jets and Giants credit for doing their best to make sure their fans enjoy 1PM games in 2025 because there is no way television networks are going to want to show their games in primetime or the late Sunday afternoon national windows. It seems certain Jets QB Aaron Rodgers, and his Big Blue counterpart, Daniel Jones, will not be playing in MetLife Stadium in 2025.

Congratulations to the New York Liberty for not just winning their first WNBA title, but for getting traditional male sports fans to care about women’s basketball. Of course, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese had something to do with that as well.

CASINOS

CORAL REEFER BAND JIMMY BUFFETT TRIBUTE

Parrotheads, rejoice! Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band is heading to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The Coral Reefer Band’s Tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett is set for Friday, January 24 at 8 p.m. and is part of the band’s “Keep the Party Going” Tour.

Tickets are on sale at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000. All shows are subject to change. The Coral Reefer Band performed with Buffett for decades, and band members are committed to continuing the show. Longtime Coral Reefer Band member and steelpan player Robert “Robbie” Greenidge told the Trinidad Daily Express the band will continue to play the music of Jimmy Buffett for as long as they are able. Band members performed their ﬁrst show without Jimmy Buffett at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in May.

SUN WINE & FOOD FEST AT MOHEGAN SUN

Mohegan Sun’s largest annual festival, Sun Wine & Food Fest, returns with stars, sips and savory eats. Tickets to the 21st Annual Sun Wine & Food Fest are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com and the Mohegan Sun Box Ofﬁce, subject to availability.

Thursday, January 23rd kicks off with the CT Spotlight Series Featuring Two Roads from 8:00 p.m. –9:30 p.m. in an intimate setting.

Friday, January 24th The action gets started in the Earth Ballroom with Beam Suntory Presents: Asian Market from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fans of Asian cuisine will watch as renowned celebrity chef and Food Network star, Esther Choi, teams up with fellow chefs to cook up incredible “Street Food” style fare made with masterful techniques and bold ﬂavors.

Saturday, January 25th ﬁne food and vino enthusiasts can attend a celebration of wine and culinary mastery at the signature event, the Grand Tasting, from Noon – 5:00 p.m. in the Earth Expo & Convention Center. Attendees can taste from more than 1,000 varieties of wine, beer, and spirits, sample exquisite dishes, and watch renowned chefs.

Sunday, January 26th guests can experience a delicious culinary experience with a specially curated menu and signature cocktails at three different locations across the property. Reservations are available online for Michael Jordan’s Steak House Brunch as well as Tuscany’s Brunch Buffet, or head over to Mohegan Sun’s new The Shed for brunch delights.

MELISSA ETHERIDGE/JOSS STONE AT HARD ROCK

Melissa Etheridge and Joss Stone are coming to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City with one show on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and Ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.

Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, which led to an appearance on the 1989 Grammy Awards show. For several years, her popularity grew around such memorable originals as “Bring Me Some Water,” “No Souvenirs” and “Ain’t It Heavy.”

Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit awardwinning artist who released her debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, age just 16. Since then, she has released nine studio albums which have sold over 15 million copies worldwide. Stone has kept the company of musical royalty, performing alongside legendary artists such as James Brown, Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Sting, Van Morrison and Melissa Etheridge.

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NOVEMBER

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Saturday May 3, 2025 • 10am - 4pm

Freeport Recreation Center 130 E. Merrick Rd., Freeport, NY*

BUY • SELL TRADE Last year was a huge success. Reserve a booth now for your musical instrument store, recording and rehearsal studio, audio business or band. JOIN THE AREA’S LEADING MUSIC BUSINESSES**

Including My Generation Guitars, Murphy’s Music, Monster Music, All Music, SG Sound, Dream Studios and much more. Saturday, May 3, 2025 • 10am-4:00pm (Breakdown 4-6pm)

Exhibitor Load-In • Friday, May 2 • 4pm-8pm, limited load-in Saturday, May 3, 7-8am

Booth info: BIG 10x10 booth - $275 per booth. 1 table, 2 chairs per booth. 2 PASSES

BUY 3 BOOTHS, GET 4th FREE. We plan on 50 plus booths. Exhibit area is 10,000 sq. ft. Extra tables @ $20 each (Limited availability). Electricity at booth $50. (Limited on a first come basis). You should bring your own extension cords. Individuals with collections to sell are welcome. *This show not associated with any previous show or promoter. **Exhibitors subject to change.

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FREE LISTING FOR YOUR BAND

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& SERVICES DIRECTORY

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT THE 37TH MUSICIAN’S TALENT

Published March 18, 2025

Ad Deadline March 1, 2025

Good Times is compiling its most complete listing of New York’s performing musicians and bands. If you’re a performer or if you have a band, this annual special issue is your chance to get noticed - and best of all, It’s free!

The Musician’s Directory is mailed to club owners in Long Island, NYC, and to A&R reps & indie management executives –plus distributed at musician’s retail locations such as studios and musical instrument stores.

Description of your act:

Name of act:

Description (25 word maximum):

If you absolutely had to choose a single broad musical category to help visitors and new club goers ﬁnd out about your act, in which would it

❑Alternative / Hard Rock / Metal / Punk

❑Rock / Pop / Roots Rock

❑Blues / R&B / Soul

❑Country / Bluegrass

❑Folk/ Acoustic / Singer-Songwriter ❑Comedy ❑Americana

Reggae / Funk / World Music / Dance

Ambient / Avante-Garde / Spoken Word

Chamber / Classical / Vocal / Solo / Duo

Cover Band

Hip-Hop / Rap

EDM ❑Tribute Band

Contact Person for bookings/gigs (mandatory!):

Web address: _______________________________________________________

❑ I would like information on how to advertise - please send me info

Optional: Add impact with a photo or logo!

ARE YOU INCLUDING ARTWORK? ($25 CHARGE)

Your talent directory listing is free, but you can make it STAND OUT from the other bands’ listings by including your bands photo or logo for only $25. It will appear above your listing.

Just enclose the artwork along with $25 and your listing, Photos must be a ‘horizontal frame’ shot. (Like this one) We cannot return any photos or artwork submitted, and titles may be edited for clarity. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO GOOD TIMES.

❑ Yes run my mug shot. I have enclosed 25 measly dollars

Conﬁdential info: (required for veriﬁcation purposes only)

Name: ________________________________________ Phone ____________

Mailing address: ___________________________________________________

Booking agent: ____________________________________________________

SEND IN YOUR

Check to make sure you’ve ﬁlled out all the required items (marked), and if desired attach a photo or logo with $25 payment.

DECEMBER

December 4 • David Benoit My Father’s Place • Roslyn

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Legends of Long Island Music Awards

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BRAND NEW COMEDY PODCAST “THANKS 4 NOTHING!”

“Thanks 4 Nothing!” is a brand new comedy podcast hosted by bilingual Latin comedians and actors Carmen Lynch, Francisco Ramos, Carlos Santos, and producer Oscar Armando. Although this is an English speaking podcast, Spanish is always part of the mix as they tackle real-life topics with humor and honesty. Whether they’re diving into everyday dilemmas or offering absurd advice, you’re bound to learn something—or be left thinking, “Thanks 4 Nothing!”.

It’s a fun, unpredictable show where laughs are guaranteed, and life lessons are optional. Watch and listen to “Thanks 4 Nothing!” on YouTube, Spotify and iTunes. New episodes drop every Monday.

KEV HERRERA MOHEGAN DEBUT

Comedian Kev Herrera will provide a night full of unfiltered, over-the-top Comedy inside The Cabaret Theatre, also known as, “The Cab” at Mohegan Sun on Saturday, March 8th for a much anticipated show beginning at 8:00 p.m.

Tickets to see the New York native are on sale via Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are also available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office subject to availability.

Kevin Herrera is known for his comedic wit. Kevin has always been the “clown” not only with his friends, but also within his large Hispanic family. Kevin’s unfiltered, raw comedy is inspired by his triumphed life experiences that would’ve broken many. With this gift and now honed skill, he continues to navigate and flourish. Kevin took a focused, creative direction with his organic character and animated persona by expanding his humor to produce relatable skits on social media for the everyday married couple, parent and any other who can relate!

SECOND CITY COMEDY FEST AT BROOKLYN OUTPOST

Following the successful launch of The Second City New York earlier this year, the iconic comedy institution is once again raising the bar. Building on the legacy of its renowned Chicago and Toronto siblings, the Brooklyn outpost is entering an exciting new chapter with a prime spot in the 2024 New York Comedy Festival.

The Second City New York’s highly anticipated debut at the 2024 New York Comedy Festival will showcase 20+ guest performances through Sunday, November 17th. From high-energy improv to hysterical stand-up, the festival’s schedule showcases The Second City’s signature mix of classic formats and fresh, boundary-pushing experiments. For the schedule of New York Comedy Festival performances at The Second City New York, details can be found on their website.

Over the years, the music scene changed drastically and other forms of entertainment took away from live club music.

Fast forward to 2022. Good Times, which I started on April Fool’s Day in 1969, was now 53 years old. The scene was splintered. In the old days, it was the cover bands vs. the original bands. Today it’s the tribute bands vs. the original bands. Some things never change.

Some people say there’s nothing going on today, but these people must live in caves. The latest issue of Good Times had 425 show listings for one month.

Today is the 49th Anniversary of the release of the Eat A Peach Album on Capricorn Records. Little known fact: The album was named after an interview in Good Times Magazine with Duane. (check Wikipedia). Duane was asked, “How do you feel about the peace movement?” and he answered flippantly, “Every time I go back to Georgia, I eat a peach for peace. I thought this was a great quote and blew it up big as an out take. Some time later, Capricorn contacted Good Times, told us this was one of Duane’s favorite interviews, and could they use it as the name of their forthcoming album. The rest is rock history.

So, in 2022 I dusted off my idea from 1979, 43 years later, and The Long Island Music Business Organization was born, a Chamber of Commerce for music businesses on Long Island. The timing must have been spot on, it’s been an immediate success, and we’ve held half a dozen meetings for our members.

This past May, LIMBO, as it’s lovingly known, staged The Great Guitar, Musical Instrument and Audio Show in Freeport. It was a huge success drawing nearly 60 booths of musical instrument merchants and a big turnout of music lovers. The next one is scheduled for May 3, 2025.

And now, on November 19th, we have The Legends of Long Island Music Awards, honoring 40 music businesses and individuals. These are people who have devoted their lives to the love of music and Long Island. A few have been doing it for over 40 years. The big event, to take place at the beautiful Bayview on The Nautical Mile, Freeport, will have the royalty of Long Island music present. Some honorees haven’t seen their counterparts in 20-30 years.

It will be a fun night, and it will be a continuation of the re-birth of Long Island Music. Be part of this re-birth. Put aside the cell, move away from that computer and youtube and come out every week to see some of the finest music anywhere.

I’m proud to have been a part of Long Island’s music scene for 55 years. I believe we have been an important part of nurturing that scene. Come join us for some great experiences you won’t forget. I know I can’t wait to see these old friends.

Photo courtesy Second City

ON THE ROAD AGAIN

GOV’T MULE NEW YEAR’S RUN

Acclaimed GRAMMY-nominated band Gov’t Mule – led by GRAMMY® Awardwinning vocalist, songwriter, guitar legend, and producer Warren Haynes – returns to The Beacon Theatre on Monday, December 30th and Tuesday, December 31st for their annual New Year’s Run, the quartet’s venerable commitment of bringing together the Mule community to ring in the new year since 2002. The three-night stand – Celebrating 30 years of The Mule – kicks off on December 28th in New Haven before heading to The Beacon, the longstanding home of the band’s New Year’s shows.

These special year-end shows will mark the first Gov’t Mule headlining shows since their February “30 Years Strong Tour” and continue the celebrations for this major milestone as they honor the band’s past, present and future. Tickets are on sale now - visit www.mule.net for more info and to purchase.

TSO’S “THE LOST CHRISTMAS EVE” TOUR

This year, multi-platinum rock group Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) kicks off a monumental winter tour on November 13th. The tour marks a triple celebration: 20 years of their beloved rock opera “THE LOST CHRISTMAS EVE,” reaching their 20 millionth concertgoer, and surpassing a phenomenal $20 million donated to charity.

This year’s tour marks the grand return of “THE LOST CHRISTMAS EVE” to the stage for the first time since 2013. Expect an all-new, dazzling spectacle packed with pyrotechnics, lasers, and the incredible storytelling synonymous with TSO. The celebration continues with a high-energy second set featuring the group’s greatest hits and fan favorites.

For more details on tour dates and ticket sales, visit www.trans-siberian.com.

ANNA LUNOE RELEASES DEBUT ALBUM PEARL

Anna Lunoe, DJ and producer, shared her debut album - the earnest and incandescent Pearl via NLV Records alongside new music video highlighting “The Seed.” She’ll also embark on a US Tour starting in New York Nov 22.

An album of exploration and regeneration that vividly captures Anna Lunoe’s growth as an artist over her longstanding career, Pearl is a level up that revels in the space she has carved out not only for herself, but for the community of underground artists she’s inspired in this time. Selfassured and determined, Pearl is an uninhibited fascination on how music connects, twisting through high-spirited and vulnerable left turns before bringing listeners back to a place of catharsis.

In celebration of the upcoming album, Anna Lunoe will be heading to London next month for a one-off show supporting Dom Dolla at Drumsheds, as well as a November North American headline run. She’s appearing Friday Nov 22nd at Elsewhere, Brooklyn.

Photo by Elizabeth de la Piedra

COUNTRY

T.G. SHEPPARD 50TH ANNY IN COUNTRY MUSIC

Country music star T.G. Sheppard is celebrating 50 years in country music. Ranked among the top 100 country artists of all time by Billboard Magazine, Sheppard’s first #1 hit single, “Devil In The Bottle” was released in October 1974. The song quickly climbed the charts, claiming the top spot on the U.S. country singles chart for one week and remaining on the charts for a total of ten weeks. This hit laid the foundation for Sheppard’s incredible career, marking the first of his 22 #1 hits, which include classics like “Last Cheater’s Waltz,” “I’ll Be Coming Back for More,” “Do You Want to Go to Heaven,” “Party Time,” “Only One You,” “I Loved ‘Em Every One,” “Slow Burn,” and more!

T.G. Sheppard and acclaimed singer-songwriter and author Kelly Lang recently released their latest duets album, ‘Chemistry: The Duets Collection’. This release includes eleven love songs, several of which have never been recorded as duets. Classics such as “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing,” “More Today Than Yesterday,” and “It’s Too Late,” along with their recently released singles “You’re Still The One,” “Addicted to You” and “Because You Loved Me” help create a collection that will continue to stand the test of time! To purchase/stream: TGandKelly.lnk.to/ChemistryPR

REBA MCENTIRE “KEEP ON LOVING YOU “ SPECIAL VINYL

Reba McEntire is celebrating the 15-year anniversary of her hit album Keep On Loving You, releasing it on vinyl for the first time Friday, Dec. 6. Keep On Loving You debuted to acclaim in 2009, topping both the Billboard 200 and Billboard Top Country Albums charts. The album featured hits like “Strange,” “I Keep on Loving You” and chart-topping smash “Consider Me Gone.”

Reba’s new sitcom Happy’s Place premiered to a warm reception, garnering 10 million total viewers across NBC and Peacock. The debut marks the best new NBC comedy launch yet and improved its timeslot by 90 percent in total viewers. Tune in Fridays at 8/7c on NBC or the next day on Peacock to catch the “nicely calibrated cocktail of drama and comedy”

MCBRIDE & THE RIDE NEW EP

In honor of their 35th anniversary, ACM and CMA nominees McBride & The Ride released their new EP, Live At Handlebar. For the first time, the ’90s country group—famous for hits like “Love On The Loose, Heart On The Run,” “Sacred Ground,” and “Going Out Of My Mind”—offers live versions of their biggest songs and fan favorites. Featuring all three original members—Terry McBride (vocals/bass), Ray Herndon (vocals/ guitar), and Billy Thomas (vocals/ drums)—fans can now experience their iconic performances anytime, anywhere.

To purchase/stream: https://mcbrideandtheride.lnk.to/liveathandlebarj

HELP WANTED

CINEMA ARTS CENTER are currently looking to hire Theatre Ushers, Cafe Associates, Box Office Associates & Managers, as well as a new Technical Director/Head Projectionist to oversee the technical aspects of our three theaters, projection booths, and café. Go To, https:// cinemaartscentre.org/about-us/job-opportunities/ to apply (TFN)

BURGEROLOGY LOCATIONS are looking for help. We are looking for manager positions, servers, busboys, and bartenders. Please email Burgerology.rvc@gmail.com. (TFN)

MUSICIANS AVAILABLE

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MUSICIANS WANTED

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CLASSIC ROCK

CHICAGO & FRIENDS AT 55

Chicago & Friends

“Live At 55” celebrating the 55th anniversary of the band’s groundbreaking doubleplatinum debut album Chicago Transit Authority will be available via Mercury Studios on November 22, 2024. The film is offered in various formats including DVD+2CD, Blu-ray+2CD, 4K UHD, 2CD, 3LP, digital audio & digital video. Fans can also order exclusive Chicago & Friends merchandise, including t-shirts, hoodies, a hat & wine tumbler, at store.mercurystudios.co. Chicago, the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band with more than 100 million albums sold worldwide, are captured in this 2½ hour event recorded this past November at Ovation Hall at the Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City, NJ in front of a live audience of 10,000 fans over two nights. The film, produced by Award Winning Producer Barry Summers as part of the critically acclaimed Decades Rock Live concert series, features the band who play songs from the album, including some never-before-performed songs as well as “unplugged” versions of some of Chicago’s classic tunes.

MICKEY THOMAS FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS ALBUM

Mickey Thomas, the iconic voice behind some of the biggest hits of the 1980s, is set to release his firstever Christmas album, ‘A Classic Christmas,’ on November 15, 2024. With a career spanning over four decades, Thomas is renowned for his soaring vocals and powerful performances as the lead singer of Starship, delivering unforgettable songs like “We Built This City” and “Sara.” Now, he’s bringing his unique style to some of the most beloved holiday songs of all time, creating an album that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly new. Fans can pre-save the album [here].(https://sym.ffm.to/mickeythomas-aclassicchristmas).

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METAL

TESLA ‘ALL ABOUT LOVE’ EP

TESLA announced the release of their All About Love EP, featuring a special edition single on a limited collector’s 12” vinyl, available November 29th. What you will hold in your hands is a one of a kind collectors edition 12” VINYL EP that showcases TESLA’s new song “All About Love” in the three formats that TESLA the band is famously known for: ELECTRIC, ACOUSTIC, and LIVE performances. Multiple versions of this new song are presented here on this EP.

There is an electric version that shows how the band performs the song in full force, as well as two stripped down acoustic versions that showcase the dynamics of mixes. Jeff Keith’s heartfelt lyrics about sharing love can be felt and to honor TESLA’s tradition of adding an acoustic instrumental to their love ballads, Frank Hannon recorded a new classically inﬂuenced acoustic guitar solo piece titled “From The Heart” that is a nod to their 1987 hit “Love Song”. Furthermore, to present the “live in concert” element of TESLA, a rendition of “All About Love” segues into James Gang’s classic song “Walk Away”, both were recorded live at a Las Vegas concert earlier this year. They are included here as bonus tracks!

Vinyl Preorder: https://linktr.ee/TeslaAllAboutLoveVinyl

KILLSWITCH ENGAGE SPRING 2025 TOUR

Three-time Grammy-nominated hard rock heavyweights and platinum-selling band Killswitch Engage, Jesse Leach, vocals; Adam Dutkiewicz, guitar; Joel Stroetzel, guitar; Mike D’Antonio, bass; and Justin Foley, drums are returning to the road this winter and spring.

Cardboard Sessions releases the first of two new episodes featuring the legendary Doors guitarist Robby Krieger from his own Love Street Sound recording studio in Los Angeles. Rounding out the session are The Soul Savages, featuring the incredibly gifted Kevin Brandon, Ed Roth and Franklin Vanderbuilt. Robby’s son Waylon even stops by to join his dad on the cardboard guitar. The second session of the series was released Wednesday, October 23rd.

Cardboard Sessions (a collaboration between Signal Snowboards and Ernest Packaging) is a free-form video series that brings musicians together to play instruments built and designed by the creators of Cardboard Chaos, where progressive concept ideas in sports and music are crafted from cardboard. A creative exploration of the love of music and the chance to hear something original with no rehearsal, no plan, and no rules. Artists who have had the opportunity to play the cardboard creations in past sessions include ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons, J Mascis, Matt Sorum, Terry Reid, Preservation Hall All-Star Band, LP, Dogstar, and more.

Fresh off a 25th anniversary performance headlining the New England Metal & Hardcore Fest last month, the band will embark on a headline run in March. It’s their first tour of North America since late 2022, as the band has been busy working on new material.

The tour features support from Kublai Khan TX, Fit For a King and Frozen Soul, and kicks off on March 5 in Nashville and runs through April 12 in Portland, Maine.

The band’s latest album Atonement is out now via Metal Blade Records.

DISTURBED THE SICKNESS 25TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Multi-platinum rock band Disturbed announced their 34-date The Sickness 25th Anniversary Tour. The tour celebrates 25 years of Disturbed’s seminal debut album which launched the band into public consciousness and is one of the most important and inﬂuential heavy metal albums of all time. Each night will feature two sets of music, opening with Disturbed playing The Sickness in full, followed by a full set of greatest hits. The first half of the tour will feature support from special guests Three Days Grace, featuring the return of original singer Adam Gontier, and opener Sevendust, and the second half will feature special guests Daughtry with opener Nothing More. General on-sale at disturbed1.com/tour. They’ll appear March 21st at Madison Square Garden.

BITS & PIECES

HALLOWED BY THEIR NAME: UNOFFICIAL IRON MAIDEN BIBLE

Embark on a thrilling journey through the superlative recorded canon of one of the world’s most legendary heavy metal bands.

Music journalist Martin Popoff provides an intimate and scholarly look into the life and times of Iron Maiden. From their humble beginnings in the dingy clubs of East London to headlining arenas and festivals worldwide, the band’s story is one of resilience, creativity, and unrelenting dedication to remaining prolific and vital in the present day.

Dive deep into their music, stage performances, and the iconic figure of Eddie, their undead mascot. Readers will discover the stories behind all their albums—such as Killers,The Number of the Beast, and Powerslave, through to their most recent, Senjutsu (and all solo releases)—as well as the inspiring creative and commercial resurgence that the band experienced beginning with the return of Bruce Dickinson to the fold in 1999.

Available April 28th, 2025 Size: 7” x 10” Pages: 666 | Over 400 color and b/w photos. Binding: Hardback PRICE: $59.99

THROBBING GRISTLE ANNOUNCE TG BERLIN BOX SET

ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND FINAL CONCERT 10-28-14

On Tuesday, October 28, 2014, after 45 years of performing the greatest live music in rock history, the Allman Brothers Band had arrived at its final concert. The dream created by Duane Allman in 1969 had come to fruition, gone through triumph and tragedy, joy and sorrow, flourished and faltered, and ultimately persevered to reach the pinnacle of the blues/rock genre. The road had seemingly gone on forever, but, in 2014, the group decided that forever would come to an end at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. In recognition of the 10th anniversary, fans can now own a piece of rock ‘n’ roll history as Final Concert 10-28-14 is officially released via Peach Records. Re-mastered with improved sound quality, Final Concert 10-28-14 is available digitally today, October 25, and as a special 3-CD package with extensive 16-page booklet featuring exclusive photos and liner notes on November 22. Pre-order The Allman Brothers Band’s Final Concert 10-28-14 - https://orcd.co/ ybmrayr

GWEN STEFANI FIFTH STUDIO ALBUM NOVEMBER 15

Throbbing Gristle announced TG BERLIN, a lavish box set chronicling their previously unreleased work in Berlin around a very special series of live events at the Volksbühne in 2005/2006, set for release on December 6, 2024. The event, curated by Throbbing Gristle, saw the band perform a live set on New Year’s Eve and an improvised live soundtrack to a new 16mm print of Derek Jarman’s In The Shadow of the Sun (1981) on New Year’s Day. While the band were in Berlin, they also recorded two final songs alongside a 48-minute piece of new music.

The box set comprised of 4 CDs, a Blu Ray, a 10” vinyl and a booklet featuring unseen photographs from the time by Paul Heartfield as well as new sleeve notes by the award winning Scottish visual artist Lucy McKenzie, collates both of these performances, alongside the TG Berlin Studio Session, which includes the final Throbbing Gristle single (two unreleased tracks, “Scabs & Saws” and “Wotwududo”,) and an unreleased 48-minute piece titled ‘TG Berlin Studio Session 2005 - 2006’, recorded at Planet Roc studios during the time they were in the city.

LINDA RONSTADT’S LIVE IN HOLLYWOOD

Linda Ronstadt, one of the most iconic voices in music history, is releasing an expanded digital version of Live in Hollywood through Rhino. com. This digital remaster will feature all 20 songs from the original 1980 concert, marking the first time the complete performance has been available to fans. Additionally, the full show is live-streamed on Ronstadt’s official YouTube channel.

The 2019 release of Live in Hollywood was a beloved addition to Ronstadt’s discography, but it only included 12 tracks from the original show. This digital release gives fans the opportunity to experience the full scope of Ronstadt’s incredible performance with an additional eight songs. Live in Hollywood, featuring audio specifically mastered for streaming services to ensure the best possible quality for the digital listener, is available for digital purchase and streaming today.

Global star Gwen Stefani releases her new single “Swallow My Tears,” a song about how the past can chase you down emotionally and sometimes you take it out on the ones you love. Both “Swallow My Tears,” and the recently released “Somebody Else’s,” will be featured on Stefani’s fifth studio album Bouquet out November 15th via Interscope Records. Stefani recorded both “Somebody Else’s” and “Swallow My Tears” backed by a full live band at Smoakstack Studios with award-winning producer Scott Hendricks. It’s the same crew she worked with on the rest of Bouquet. The insight, vulnerability, confidence, and raw honesty that Stefani displays may offer a hint of what’s to come. Of course, Stefani’s ability to keep us guessing has been a large part of her staying power and perennial appeal.

SPRINGSTEEN ON HOWARD STERN SHOW

Bruce Springsteen, joined by The E Street Band, sat down for a special live interview on SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show to promote his upcoming Hulu documentary, “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band.” The interview with Howard Stern spanning over two hours featured Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band performing various songs.

Before the band — which includes his wife and longtime E Street band member Patti Scialfa — joined Bruce live in-studio to chat and perform a mini concert, the Boss discussed some of the fun he’s had as their boss over the years. “Torturing the band is the bandleader’s prerogative,” he laughed. “I used to keep them playing for hours during a soundcheck while I walked around the entire arena making sure every seat had the optimum sound.

Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band” debuted on Hulu Friday, Oct. 25.

Photo by SiriusXM The Howard Stern Show

Photo by Paul Heartfield

NOV 15 | 8pm

Jeff LeBlanc

LI-based singer songwriter Jeff LeBlanc has toured with some of the biggest names in music - now he’s bringing a full band and brand new songs to the WHBPAC!

DEC 14 & 15

The Nutcracker

Peconic Ballet Theater and its annual holiday performance of

The Nutcracker graces the WHBPAC Mainstage! Join Clara on her magical journey through the enchanted forest in his year’s magical performance.

This jazzy sojourn explores the American Songbook’s most enduring hits from the golden age to today, combining timeless music and dance.

DEC 31 | 7pm

Anthony Rodia

Ring in the New Year with hit comedian Anthony Rodia! Known for his outrageous “Italian-bred” style of comedy, don’t miss this festive evening of laughter with one of comedy’s rising stars!

DEC 6 | 6-9pm

Holiday Stroll

The Holiday Stroll on Main Street returns for its fourth year! Enjoy holiday shopping, cocktails and light bites, and so much more in this joyful kick-off to the holiday shopping season to raise funds for the WHBPAC!