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Light of Day WinterFest 2016 Preview: Part 2


By Gary Wien

originally published: 12/22/2015


Light of Day returns to the tri-state area with shows in Philadelphia, New York, and New Jersey.  These shows feature incredible artists performing for a good cause -- to use the power of music to raise money and awareness in its continuing battle to defeat Parkinson’s disease and related illnesses such as PSP and ALS within our lifetime.

Here’s our second part of a look at some of the artists and can’t miss shows for Light of Day WinterFest 2016.  Since it’s likely you’ll only be able to hit one venue at a time, we’re highlighting our favorite place to be for each night of Light of Day.  For the first part of our preview click here.

Please be generous and donate to the Light of Day Foundation to help bring about a cure sooner than later.

Thursday, January 14 at 6:00pm -  House of Independents

572 Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ

The official “LOD Winterfest Sweet Little Sixteen Kickoff” show includes Willie Nile & Band, Dramarama, The Weeklings, Jill Hennessey Band, and the Billy Walton Band.  To highlight the theme, each band will play their favorite Chuck Berry tune!




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Friday, January 15 at 8:00pm - Langosta Lounge

1000 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ

Friday night has great shows at House of Independents, The Stone Pony, and Tim McLoone’s Supper Club but we’re going with this amazing display of local talent.  Expect short sets from Jerzy Jung, George Wirth, Steven Delopoulos, Mimi Cross, Ray Anderson, Rick Barry, Keith & Lindsey McCarthy, Cranston Dean, The May Darlings, Karen Mansfield, James Dalton, Danny White, Jenny Pilots, Joe Harvard, Pete Scherer and more!

 




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Saturday, January 16 at 12:00pm - Wonder Bar

5th Avenue & Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ

An early start lets you take in two venues on Saturday.  Start the day at the Wonder Bar where you’ll see artists like Christine Martucci, Jobonanno & the Godsons of Soul, Slim Chance and the Gamblers, Norman Seldin Allstars, Dawg Whistle, RB3, Cigar Box Stompers, Stringbean, James Dalton, Gary Cavico, Miss Emily, and more.

 

Saturday, January 16 at 7:00pm - The Saint

601 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ

Head across town to Main Street and catch a great show at The Saint featuring New Jersey’s blues legend, Billy Hector.  The lineup also includes Stolen Rhodes, Colossal Street Jam, Bob Polding Band, and Hankandbezzy.

 

Sunday, January 17 at 12:00pm - The Saint

601 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ

Musicians On A Mission (MOAM) curates a great afternoon of music including Deal Casino, Accidental Seabirds, Caroline Reese and the Drifting Fifth, Justina & Alina and Me & Bobby D.  And come back at 7:30pm for Light of Day’s “Last Note” ending party.




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Gary Wien has been covering the arts since 2001 and has had work published with Jersey Arts, Upstage Magazine, Elmore Magazine, Princeton Magazine, Backstreets and other publications. He is a three-time winner of the Asbury Music Award for Top Music Journalist and the author of Beyond the Palace (the first book on the history of rock and roll in Asbury Park) and Are You Listening? The Top 100 Albums of 2001-2010 by New Jersey Artists. In addition, he runs New Jersey Stage and the online radio station The Penguin Rocks. His personal website is at lightyscorner.com. He can be contacted at [email protected].

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MPAC presents Tony Danza: Standards and Stories on April 18th

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(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Popular entertainer Tony Danza brings his Standards and Stories concert to Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00pm. Combining timeless music with wit, charm, storytelling, and a dash of soft shoe and ukulele performances, Danza performs a selection of his favorite standards from the Great American Songbook while interweaving stories about his life and personal connection to the music.
Split Level Concerts presents Lucy Kaplansky at Jersey Shore Arts Center; Dave Vargo to Open

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(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Contemporary folk stalwart Lucy Kaplansky will perform at Jersey Shore Arts Center on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 8:00pm. Jersey-born songwriter and guitarist Dave Vargo will open the show. The show is part of the on-going Split Level Concerts Series which highlights renowned Americana and contemporary folk musicians in a uniquely intimate setting.
State Theatre New Jersey presents

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(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents '60s Rock 'N Roll Revival on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:00pm. The evening features performances by Jay and the Americans, The Grass Roots, The Lovin' Spoonful, and The Brooklyn Bridge.
Actor, Writer, Designer Isaac Mizrahi to Bring Six-Piece Jazz Band to Stockton on April 18th

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(GALLOWAY, NJ) -- Actor, writer, designer and producer Isaac Mizrahi will blend comedy, storytelling and jazz for a performance at Stockton University's Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Boots in the Borough to Take Place April 18th

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(WASHINGTON, NJ) -- With country music and line dancing kicking all day, it'll be a family friendly fun-filled day of dancing, dancing and more dancing when Washington (Warren County) hosts Boots in the Borough on Saturday, April 18, 2026. The free event, which will take place in Downtown Washington from 11:00am to 7:00pm, is the first of its kind in the region.
Rock the Foundation Returns to the Westfield Armory April 18th to Support Housing for Veterans in Need

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(WESTFIELD, NJ) -- On Saturday, April 18, 2026, the Foundation for Sustainable Veteran Housing (FSVH) will host its annual Rock the Foundation benefit concert at the Westfield Armory from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. This signature event brings together music, community, and purpose to support veterans in need of safe, stable housing.
Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday

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(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Grunin Center for the Arts presents The Brit Pack on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 7:30pm. They are the most authentic British Invasion experience this  side of the Atlantic.  Limited tickets remain.
Landis Rock Fest 2026 to Take Place Saturday

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(VINELAND, NJ) -- The Landis Rock Fest 2026 takes place Saturday, April 18th at The Landis Theater in Vineland. Get ready for a full night of original music, hard-hitting rock, and nonstop energy. Showtime is 7:00pm.

 

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