 Saturday
7:00 pm
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10:30 pm | Groovy!!!
with Jeremy Baum
Blues, Rock (classic), and Roots Music | The Brothers Barbecue
2402 Route 32
Cornwall, NY See Map |
 Playing the Hammond B3 Organ, Jeremy leads his funky soul-jazz trio performing Blues, Jazz, and Roots Music. Jeremy’s style is informed by the current masters of the groove from the jam-band scene (Medeski, Martin, and Wood, Soul-Live, Derek Trucks Band.) He’s been playing festivals and jazz clubs in the New England region since the release of his first album. JB’s Band was also featured on Boogaloo to McDuff, a tribute to Jack McDuff, available on Scufflin’ Records. Back in the studio for his sophomore release, The Eel, on Flying Yak Records, Jeremy Baum knocks it out of the park with 10 Hammond organ and piano driven arrangements. It's an album of funky, bluesy new compositions as well as original arrangements of songs by Beck, Prince, James Brown and more. |
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Saturday
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm | The Best of Blues, Funk, Soul, and R & B
with Jeremy Langdale
Blues, Funk, and Soul | The Dautaj
36 Oakland Ave.
Warwick , NY See Map |
Jeremy Langdale Band been playing venues throughout the Hudson Valley, performing blues, funk, soul and R&B.
We hope you'll come out and get a taste of our earth quakin', bootie shakin', baby makin', no prisoners taken kind of groove.
The Dautaj Restaurant |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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11:00 pm | Come dance the night away!
with Bill's Toupee
Dance, Pop/Soft Rock | Orange County Choppers Cafe
14 Crossroads Court
Newburgh, NY See Map |
 The OCC Café presents Bill's Toupee for an evening of great dance music!
Don't forget to Check In on Facebook! |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Premier Debut Event
with Hudson Valley Bluegrass Express
Bluegrass | Rosendale Cafe
434 Main Street
Rosendale, NY See Map |
 Don't miss the debut performance of the Bluegrass Express at the Rosendale Café. This new band plays traditional bluegrass music with added themes from Elton John, the Doobie Brothers, and more. Bluegrass Express is a unique blend of three seasoned musicians that you don't want to miss.
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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11:00 am | Making it publik
with Keith Newman
Acoustic | The Publik House
130 Canal Street
Ellenville, NY See Map |
 Keith Newman performs acoustic songs by the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Neil Young, John Lennon, Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, Pink Floyd and more. |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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11:00 pm | Live Music- Eric Erickson
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter | Aroma Thyme Bistro
165 Canal st
Ellenville, NY See Map |
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Saturday
8:00 pm
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10:30 pm | SIMPATICO: SIMPLY PAT TOMASSO & COMPANY
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 PAT TOMASSO is a singer/songwriter with a deep, smoky voice whose jazz, country, blues, gospel and Latin songs are personal stories that speak to her generation. Pat is accompanied by a tight troupe of veteran musicians.
BILL CONWAY, bassist, arranger, composer & teacher, has performed with jazz greats Sylvia Syms, Margaret Whiting, Benny Carter, Carmen Leggio, Cecil Taylor & "Doc" Cheatham.
CLIFF HACKFORD, drummer, tabla player & teacher, has played with Clark Terry, Sam the Sham, Vicki Sue Robinson and a wide variety of Grammy winning artists. Cliff co-produced both of Pat's CDs at his studio, Park Hill Recording.
JOE HENDERSON Joe Lee Henderson, on electric guitar, has performed and recorded in NYC for many years with singer/songwriters including Bo Diddley, Moogy Klingman, Jack Hardy, Lili Anel, Paul Siebel and Frank Christian.
To sample Pat's first CD, HOW YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE, go to www.simpaticomusic.net.
Admission $10 |
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Saturday
8:30 pm | T'WAS THE NIGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS AND ALL THROUGH THE CANTINA ......IT WAS WILD-ASS ROCK N' ROLL!
with Lick The Toad
Rock (classic), Blues | LA PUERTA AZUL
2510 RT. 44
MILLBROOK, NY See Map |
 WELL IT'S NOT ONLY THE LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH ....IT'S THE LAST SATURDAY OF 2015!! SO COME ON OUT TO LA PUERTA AZUL AS THE HOUSE BAND RETURNS FOR THE LAST SATURDAY OF THE YEAR! KICK BACK AND PARTY WITH THE BAND THAT BRINGS OUT YOUR INNER CHILD!! WE WILL BE REACHING OUT TO OUR FRIENDS FOR IDEAS FOR THE SET LISTS OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS SO THIS WILL GET INTERESTING TO SAY THE LEAST!!! SO IF YOU'RE UP FOR SOME ROCK N' ROLL BY THE LIKES OF THE KINKS, THE WHO, THE STONES, THE DOORS, TOM PETTY, DAVID BOWIE, THE BEATLES, THE RAMONES, AND A WHOLE LOT MORE COME ON OUT AND HAVE A GREAT TIME AT A GREAT PLACE WITH A LOT OF GREAT PEOPLE!!! SEE YA THERE!
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Saturday
9:00 pm
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12:00 am | Saturday Night Karaoke
with Solid Gold Entertainment Karaoke
Karaoke | Kiernan's Pub
66 North St.
Pine Bush, NY See Map |
 Songs Songs and more Songs for you to sing.
Celebrate the Holidays sing with me and bring some
cheer to all. Great friendly people with plenty of drink
specials and food specials. Happy Holidays to all :) |
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Saturday
9:00 pm
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12:00 am |
Blues | BRIAN'S BACKYARD BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
MIDDLETOWN, NY See Map |
 ELECTRIFYING GUITAR WIZARD POPA CHUBBY WILL BE ROCKIN' THE BBQ !!!
SHOW TIME -9PM
COVER CHARGE -$10.00
CALL 845-692-3227 |
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 Saturday
9:30 pm
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12:30 am | Special Holiday Event
with KJ Denhert
Singer-Songwriter. Urban Folk & Jazz | 12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Holiday lights, a relaxing dinner and award-winning original music with KJ ... Perfect!
KJ Denhert is a singer/songwriter of international acclaim. Her special blend of "Urban Folk & Jazz" has earned KJ 4 Independent Music Award nominations and in '09, she was named one of Jazz.com's top female vocalists. Her song, "Choose Your Weapon" won the John Lennon Songwriter's Competition in 2012, and "Beautiful" just won the 2015 Independent Music Award (Jazz with Vocals) at the 14th Annual Independent Music Awards!
KJ will have a very special band behind her tonight, and you'll get to enjoy her amazing original songs, plus some Holiday and classic favorites, done in a style that is pure KJ.
This is intended to be a special Holiday performance -- a listening night with low lights, conversations kept to a minimum and no cell phones, please.
Please call for Dinner & Show Reservations: 914-737-6624
**$10 Entertainment Fee for all, including diners**
Click here to listen on youtube |
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Thursday
11:00 am
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5:00 am | The Ball Drop
with Turkuaz, Consider the Source, Tauk
Funk, Electronic, and Rock (progressive). Totally Awesome | Hudson Valley Resort
400 Granite Road
Kerhonkson, NY See Map |
So what is The Ball Drop? Simply put, it’s a one-day Winter mini-festival & slumber party with a thousand or so close friends, of course. It’s a celebration of the year gone by and the one that lies ahead. It’s hanging out with bands and fans, all together, under one roof, with nowhere to drive when the party ends. It’s a very special gala affair, a Dionysian display of revelry and joy, featuring great music, dancing, food, libations, festive attire, costumes, mirth and likely a bit of mayhem… it’s The Ball Drop. What else?!
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Thursday
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10:00 pm | Live Jazz
Acoustic | Aroma Thyme Bistro
165 Canal St
Ellenville, NY See Map |
| Please Join us!!!John Simon and The Greater Ellenville Jazz Trio Never a cover charge for Music Winter Hours 7-10pm /Summer 8-11pm |
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Thursday
8:00 pm
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1:00 am | New Year's Eve Party!!!
with Breaking Crazy, DJ Octavius
Rock (modern), Hip Hop, and Ska | Orange County Choppers Cafe
14 Crossroads Court
Newburgh, NY See Map |
 Ring in the New Year at the OCC Café featuring Breaking Crazy on the OCC Café Stage and DJ Octavius as the Party Master in The Hangar! Reservations are required, call us for details at (845) 245-3043
Don't forget to Check In with us on Facebook! |
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Thursday
8:00 pm
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10:00 pm | Rock of Ages-NYE Celebration
Rock (classic) | Paramount Hudson Valley
1008 Brown St.
Peekskill, NY See Map |
Broadway's own Rock of Ages Band comes to Peekskill to rock us all into the New Year and take us back to when we were young! Best 80's outfit's win Platinum, Gold, Silver, or Bronze Loyalty Memberships for the 2016 season! So break out those acid wash jeans, poof that hair up, and come rock out to your favorites from the glory years of MTV! You do not want to miss this.
This is not the stage musical but a performance by the original band and lead singers from the Broadway Musical Rock of Ages.
Built around the rock hits from the metal bands of the 80’s including songs by such artists as BON JOVI, FOREIGNER, JOURNEY, WHITESNAKE, JOAN JETT, STYX, BENATAR, REO SPEEDWAGON, TWISTED SISTER, QUIET RIOT AND MORE.
Tickets are $40 including all tax and fees. For tickets call 914-739-0039 (ext. 2) |
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Thursday
8:00 pm | Rock in the New Year on the mountain!
with Spillway Band
Rock (classic), Country, and Covers | Ike's Tavern
7722 Main St.
Hunter, NY See Map |
 Come rock in the New Year at Ike's Tavern with the Spillway Band!
Dinner Buffet 8pm-11pm,
Champagne toast at midnight,
Music 9pm-1am
$20 per person or $35 for 2 people
Pre-purchase of tickets recommended, but available at the door
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Thursday
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2:00 am | RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH THE EMPEROR, OF ROCK AND ROLL RICHIE SCARLET AND HIS BAND, MIKE SANDERS -LEAD SINGER OF THE METAL BAND TOXIK , HIS BAND EINSTEINS NEPHEW
Rock (classic) | BRIAN'S BACKYARD BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
MIDDLETOWN, NY See Map |
 Here’s a New Year’s rock n roll party that is sure to be a blast! Richie Scarlet “The Emperor of Rock n Roll” and his band return to Brian’s Backyard BBQ in Middletown on Thursday, Dec. 31.
Gregg Woods project opens the show at 8pm.
Alexandra Turpin- Vocalist, Accompanied by Guitarist Extraordinaire and Vocalist- Chris Turpin and the Band
Richie also plays in former Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley’s band and has been doing some touring. Richie Scarlet’s solo band includes Louie Spagnola, Russ Wilson, and Freddy Sundown (Fred Andressi). Keyboardist Peter Gallinari will also be sitting in with the band for the New Year’s show.
Special dinner packages are available at $55 per person or $90 per couple. If you are just coming for the music tickets are $40 and will include a champagne toast at midnight.
Dinner Package Includes- Your Choice -Smoked Prime Rib, NY Strip Steak, Fish Dish, Vegetarian Pasta And A Champagne Toast At Midnight.
Call 845-692-3227 For Reservations
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8:30 pm
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12:30 am | Barrelhouse Blues Band
Covers, Rock (classic), and Blues | Pamela's on the Hudson
1 Park Place
Newburgh, NY See Map |
 Come ring in the New Year with Pamela's and The Barrelhouse Blues Band.
Reservations Recommended!
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Thursday
8:30 pm
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1:00 am | Celebrate New Year's Eve at the BeanRunner Cafe!
with JOE FERRY & the BIG SKA BAND
Roots Music | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 We offer a Caribbean Buffet dinner, live music with "Joe Ferry & the Big Ska Band", a night of dancing and DJ Ted's masterful mix of roots, rock, reggae, salsa and more before and after the show.
Our Caribbean buffet, served from 8:30-9:30, includes wild Alaskan Salmon seasoned with the best caribbean spices, jerk chicken, brown stewed chicken, peas & rice, pasta, and more, plus a complimentary personal-sized bottle of champagne. Cash bar.
The BIG SKA BAND will perform at 10 pm and carry us into the New Year. Big Ska Band has been together for 20 years, has toured the USA, Canada & the Caribbean, and opened for Iggy Azalea, Drake, The Skatalites, The Toasters, The Flaming Tsunamis & many more. The group is led by Grammy Award Winning producer/bassist Joe Ferry.
And, after midnight, our own DJ Ted will spin the best of roots, rock, reggae, salsa, mambo, soca, and more. Dance till you drop and party hardy.
It's a BeanRunner New Years Eve Celebration.
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9:00 pm
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3:00 am | Virgo's New Years Eve Party
with BASECAMP, DJ SCORP 1
Motown/R&B, Soul, and Pop/Soft Rock | Virgo's Sip N Soul Cafe'
469 Fishkill Avenue
Beacon, NY See Map |
 Listen to the sounds of DJ SCORP 1 & BASECAMP as they set your soul on fire while spinning the very best in classic R&B music. Takes you back to when music was music with soul-filled R&B classics from Luther Vandross, Teddy Pendergrass, Sade', Mary J. Blidge, Frankie Beverly & Maze, Charlie Wilson, The Isley Brothers and on and on. Please be advised this is for the Grown and Sexy.
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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1:00 am | NEW YEAR'S EVE - DANCE PARTY
with The Chain Gang
Rock (classic), Pop/Soft Rock, and Dance | The Beekman Arms
6387 Mill Street
Rhinebeck, NY See Map |
 NEW YEAR's EVE at the Beekman Arms in beautiful Rhinebeck, NY.
Once again, we are at this historic venue performing for the public on New Year's Eve. Stop in for dinner, or just a drink. We will be set up in their relatively new attached room next to the bar area.
Please contact the Beekman Arms for further information and reservations at (845) 876-7077. |
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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12:30 pm | Lucky House
Pop/Soft Rock, Singer-Songwriter, and Country | Piano Piano Wine Bar
1064 Main Street
Fishkill, NY See Map |
| Time to say farewell to 2015 and a great big hello to 2016. Enjoy the music with Buck Hipshake on guitar and Heather Martyn on vocals. It's going to be a good, good night of music, wine, beer, food, hats, noisemakers, champagne toast, and all around fun!!!!!. |
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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2:00 am | New Years's Eve
with E.O. Smith and The Earthquakes
Rock (modern), Covers, and Rock (classic). Danceble Pub Rock that leans towards the best of the 80s | Casa del Sol
104 Main St
Nyack, NY See Map |
| Start the long weekend and 2016 with E.O. Smith and The Earthquakes at Casa del Sol, 104 Main St., Nyack NY.
Great food, drink, and live music.
No cover or crazy prix fixe menu.
Dinner Specials and complimentary champagne at midnight! |
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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11:59 pm | New Year's Eve Celebration
with Holiday Gala with DJ and Dancing
Dance | The Dautaj
36 Oakland Ave.
Warwick , NY See Map |
 New Year's Eve Celebration
The Dautaj Restaurant |
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Thursday
9:00 pm | NEW YEARS EVE PARTY
with A.R.Z. Classic Rock Band
Rock (classic), Rock (classic), and Rock (classic) | The Switch Inn
126 East main street
MIDDLETOWN, NY See Map |
 Save your money. Why pay a huge door fee to enjoy this special night. This venue is friendly, NOT ROWDY, has a smoking deck ,dance floor, great Bar staff. Open kitchen with excellent late night food. ,Live Band ,plenty of parking in it's own lot.... complimentary hats noise makers,midnight toasts. ALL for NO COVER. Last year was a huge success so we're doing it again. Let's Rock & Roll.. |
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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6:45 pm | First Night Saratoga - Improv Comedy & Songs
with Mop & Bucket Co.
Comedic, Cabaret, and Musical Theater. Improvisation | St. Paul's Lutheran Church
149 Lake Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY See Map |
Join "Mopco" for an evening of completely made-up scenes, songs and stories inspired by you, the audience. Similar to "Who's Line Is It, Anyway?” this show promises family-fun entertainment full of celebratory energy and lots of laughs. We don't know what will happen, but we know it will be fun! The Mop & Bucket Company is the Capital Region’s premiere improvisational theatre company, dedicated to creating spontaneous, one-of-a-kind entertainment for audiences of all kinds. MopCo’s performers, in addition to being professional actors and improvisers, are renowned teachers, consultants, directors and playwrights.
A First Night Saratoga admission button provides you access to all performances and happenings at over 30 First Night venues. Tickets are still only $15. Children 12 and under are free.
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Thursday
9:00 pm
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1:00 am | New Years Eve Bash!!!!!
with Soul City
Motown/R&B, Soul | Fernwood Restaurant
341 Malden Avenue
Palenville, NY See Map |
 Dance the New Year in with some of the greatest songs of Motown/soul/R & B and Disco.....and much more.
$25 dollar admission each includes......
Midnight Champagne toast, noise makers, hats, etc.
Buffet at 12:30am
Free ride home within a 20 mile radius if you've had one too many!
Don't be the one to miss the party of all parties!!!!! |
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Thursday
9:00 pm | A.R.Z. Heats Up the NEW YEARS EVE Party Tonight
Rock (classic), Rock (classic), and Rock (classic) | The Switch Inn
126 east Main Street
MIDDLETOWN, NY See Map |
 FREE ADMISSION, FREE HATS & NOISE MAKERS, FREE COMPLIMENTARY SNACKS, FREE NEW YEARS EVE TOAST, LIVE ROCK BAND, You CAN'T beat this deal in Middletown NY. Check it out. Plenty of parking area. Smoking Deck, GREAT BAR STAFF!!!! The party is here tonight..Friendly people.. 845 341 1347 |
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Thursday
10:00 pm
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1:00 am | 12 Grapes Annual New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance Party
with STAX of Soul, featuring, Julius Dilligard Jr.
Motown/R&B. Soul | 12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Our New Year's Eve parties are like private affairs. Warm, fun, welcoming. This year, we're pleased to present one of the finest Soul / R&B bands in the tri-state!
STAX of Soul performs the music of Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Eddie Floyd, Sam & Dave, Booker T & the MGs and more. STAX will take you to the Soul Zone and keep you there all night long!
STAX features powerhouse singer Julius Dilligard, Jr, who was lead vocalist with "Crown Heights Affair" and has appeared at the Apollo with such acts as The Commodores, Stylistics and more. The band is: Tommy Sochor (drums), Tony Pagano (guitar), Gary Broderson (keys), Gary Rispoli (bass), Corey MacCrae (bari sax), Joe Salvatore (tenor sax), Kenny John (trumpet).
Price includes a 4-course meal, 3 hours of live music/dancing, Prosecco toast, hats & noisemakers and "12 Grapes at Midnight"!
Reservations recommended. 21 & over.
MUSIC ONLY: $35 if paid in advance - $50 @ the door. Includes 1 free drink at midnight.
Listen on youtube! |
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Thursday
10:00 pm
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2:00 am | New Years Eve!
with South Bound ny
Country, Rock (classic) | Blackthorne Resort
Route 145
East Durham, NY See Map |
 Bring in the New Year with all your Friends and Family at the Blackthorne Resort with South Bound!! Biggest Hot Spot in the Catskills!
FIRE WORKS!!
http://www.blackthorneresort.com/ |
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Thursday
10:00 pm
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6:45 pm | First Night Saratoga - Improv Comedy & Songs
with Mop & Bucket Co.
Comedic, Cabaret, and Musical Theater. Improvisation | St. Paul's Lutheran Church
149 Lake Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY See Map |
Join "Mopco" for an evening of completely made-up scenes, songs and stories inspired by you, the audience. Similar to "Who's Line Is It, Anyway?” this show promises family-fun entertainment full of celebratory energy and lots of laughs. We don't know what will happen, but we know it will be fun! The Mop & Bucket Company is the Capital Region’s premiere improvisational theatre company, dedicated to creating spontaneous, one-of-a-kind entertainment for audiences of all kinds. MopCo’s performers, in addition to being professional actors and improvisers, are renowned teachers, consultants, directors and playwrights.
A First Night Saratoga admission button provides you access to all performances and happenings at over 30 First Night venues. Tickets are still only $15. Children 12 and under are free.
Buy Admission Buttons |
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Thursday
11:00 pm
to
6:45 pm | First Night Saratoga - Improv Comedy & Songs
with Mop & Bucket Co.
Comedic, Cabaret, and Musical Theater. Improvisation | St. Paul's Lutheran Church
149 Lake Ave
Saratoga Springs, NY See Map |
Join "Mopco" for an evening of completely made-up scenes, songs and stories inspired by you, the audience. Similar to "Who's Line Is It, Anyway?” this show promises family-fun entertainment full of celebratory energy and lots of laughs. We don't know what will happen, but we know it will be fun! The Mop & Bucket Company is the Capital Region’s premiere improvisational theatre company, dedicated to creating spontaneous, one-of-a-kind entertainment for audiences of all kinds. MopCo’s performers, in addition to being professional actors and improvisers, are renowned teachers, consultants, directors and playwrights.
A First Night Saratoga admission button provides you access to all performances and happenings at over 30 First Night venues. Tickets are still only $15. Children 12 and under are free.
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Our once-monthly Kids' Open Mic is a showcase for talented musicians and singers ages 6 - 17. Sing solo or with a band. Teachers are welcome to perform with student. 
Blues man Jonny Rosch, formerly of the Blues Brothers, and Friends
Legendary NYC rocker brings his ace band to Daryl's House Club for the first time. Jeffreys has played with everyone from Sonny Rollins to Lou Reed to Bruce Springsteen and his songs have been covered by punk pioneers The Circle Jerks, jazz trumpeter Randy Brecker, neofolk band Vetiver, all a tribute to his depth and variety.
What people are saying about Garland’s legendary high-octane performances:
Peekskill's own Steve Chizmadia is a multi-award-winning singer/songwriter. Steve's original, "Song for Pete" was was a winner of the South Florida Folk Festival songwriting competition, which he wrote for his idol, Pete Seeger. Steve is also a 3-time Kerrville New Folk Finalist and has won many other notable awards including Noel Paul Stookey's "Music To Life" (Grand Prize) and Woody Guthrie Festival (3rd place). 
The best New Year's Eve you can have in the area, bar none!
There's usually a 3 night minimum but last minute openings for the party only have been known to happen.
Awakening the Dream of a New World, via the power of collective voice. Be an integral voice in an uplifting event to release the past, align with the present and empower intentions for personal and collective transformation. An interactive, musical journey - a powerful synthesis of original mantra music, lyrical verse, ambient electric guitar and bass, crystal singing bowls, symphonic gong, flute, keyboard, community song, spoken word and silence.
The party's not over yet! Celebrate the first day of 2016 with Thrown Together ... "Not your mother's cover band".