Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/23/2026

By Danny Coleman
originally published: 04/23/2026

April 26, 2009; 17 years to the day this Sunday that "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" took to the airwaves on WIFI 1460 AM radio. Can it be that long? The answer is yes it can be and yes it has. 

"Rock On Radio" was subconsciously conceived on a hot July night circa 1978 or was it '79? A then 16 year old Danny Coleman was at the Saint Anthony's Church carnival when a classmate approached him and said, "Listen!"  Not understanding the urgency in her tone nor why she was dragging him with fingernails deeply dug into his forearm over to a wheel of chance; he reluctantly went along. Upon arriving at her preset destination, he was greeted with the sounds of his band Valhalla blaring their song "We're Alright" from the transistor radio perched atop the shelf amongst the prizes. Coleman instantly went numb from head to toe because there is something special, even today about hearing oneself on the radio. You see, Valhalla had gone into Tom Marolda's Mercerville studio at the age of 15/16 and recorded several tracks so that they could enter the WPST "Unsigned Heroes" contest. This was a contest where bands submitted music, DJs such as Dave Hoeffel, Tom Cunningham and others played the tunes and fans voted on who they wanted to advance to another round in an on air battle of the bands. Win, lose or draw didn't matter, it was hearing ourselves on the radio that was the real thrill. 

Many years later, a 16 year old Coleman now stood at 46 and faced the reality of re-inventing himself after a career ending back injury. Searching the "Help Wanted" sections of newspapers and job boards, it was a Craigslist ad that caught his eye; "Radio show hosts/ideas wanted." So, he called the number, set up a meeting with the program director of WIFI 1460 AM and armed with the memory of the feeling at that church carnival decades prior, set out to pitch a one hour program featuring musicians, bands, solo artists and entertainers called "Rock On Radio," a phrase that was echoed on a daily basis by his band mate Mike Mattaliano as well as Mike's coworker, Kim Sentek. Coleman thought that if he was so thrilled about hearing himself on the radio, others would be also. So, he set out to feature musicians of all varieties on what is still now a weekly program. 

The first show aired (Barely) on April 26, 2009 and featured his own band, WC Soulshine. Once arriving at the Burlington County station, Coleman and his guests were greeted with locked doors; it seems the program director forgot about the show's debut and everyone had gone home for the evening, leaving the station on autopilot. After several frantic phone calls, a night janitor granted us access to the station and its studios but Coleman was forced to engineer his own show on equipment that was totally foreign to him. After much experimentation and collaboration, "Rock On Radio" went live 15 minutes late and remained a live broadcasted show through September of 2020; only pre recording from April through August due to the COVID Pandemic. 

After three years of terrestrial AM radio broadcasts on Sundays from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m., Coleman made the move to internet broadcasting. The first stop was an affiliate called Hamilton Radio. He was also broadcasting on New Jersey Stage's radio station, "The Penguin." Gene Pierro, aka "Doc G" at Hamilton Radio and Gary Wien at The Penguin welcomed the show with open arms and were extremely supportive. 

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Times and opinions changed and the show moved several times, from Hamilton Radio to 40 Foot Hole Radio, then to PA/NJ Radio, then to City of Angels Radio and currently now on Dekoentertainment.com but one thing stayed consistent, the incredible talents that graced the studios each week. 

There have been several co-hosts, photographers, two engineers (Both named Art) and yet as the faces changed, the show kept going and only got better when now producer/engineer Claire Henwood came aboard. Claire's vivacious personality, wisecracks and timely questions enhanced the show's value as well as gave it that something extra that opens up doors and opportunities. 

This Sunday, April 26, 2026, the "17th Anniversary Retrospective" airs at 7 p.m. on Dekoentertainment.com, Thepenguinrocks.com and Mixcloud.com/thepenguin. Danny, Claire and Madison, the show's social media maven entertain calls from past guests sharing their thoughts and experiences from their appearances, they also discuss the show's history, the people they've lost over the years and the future of the program. 

So turn on...tune in...and...rock on to hear more about 17 years of "Rock On Radio." 

That's it for this week! Please continue to support live and original music and until next week....ROCK ON!

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This week's event listings

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Adriana Groza Art Studio
38 Spring Street Princeton 
Fri. 5 p.m. "Flow Foundations" All Inclusive Ar Workshop
Sat. 10 a.m. "Meet & Greet" Architect Marina Rubina

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All Saints Club 
1143 Wood Street Bristol, PA
Sat. 8 p.m. Little Sister

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Al's Airport Inn
636 Bear Tavern Road West Trenton
(609) 883-5252 
Thurs. 5 p.m. Colie Brice
Sat. (12 p.m.) Acoustic Brunch w/ Tamer Tewfik (7 p.m.) Barbara Lin Duo
Sun. (12 p.m.) Sunday Acoustic Brunch w/ Michael Duva (6 p.m.) Colie Bryce
Mon. 5 p.m. Joe Hutchinson
Tues. 7 p.m. Mike & Laura
Wed. (3 p.m.) LGBTQ Happy Hour (7 p.m.) Jessica DiDonato

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Americana Kitchen & Bar 
359 U.S. Highway Route 130 North Hightstown
(732) 558-5999
Fri. 8 p.m. Keith Franklin Group 

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Ancient Order of Hibernians 
2419 Kuser Road Hamilton 
Tues. 7 p.m. Music BINGO 

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Aristaeus Brewing
2475C Big Oak Road Langhorne, PA 
(215) 757-2337
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia 

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Arm & Hammer Park
1 Thunder Road Trenton 
(609) 394-3300
Sat. 10 a.m. Job Fair  
Arts Council of Princeton 
102 Witherspoon Street Princeton 
(609) 924-8777 
Fri. 7 p.m. Art People Party
Sat. 12 p.m.) Story & Verse Storytelling and Poetic Open Mic "Outdoor Porchfest Edition" (7 p.m.) Cafe` Improv.
Wed. 6:30 p.m. ACP Craft Corner (7 p.m.) JAM: Jersey Art Meetup

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Ashlynn Distillery 
32 West Bridge Street Morrisville, PA 
Thurs. 6 p.m. Cecil & Mike
Sun. 3 p.m. Cecil & Friends
Wed. 6 p.m. Cara Cartney

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Bailey's Bar & Grille 
6922 Bristol-Emilie Road Levittown, PA  
(215) 946-7992 
Wed. 6 p.m. The Lifted Loaf Sourdough Workhop

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Bella Mia
3224 U.S. Highway 206 Bordentown
(609) 291-7475
Sat. 6 p.m. Tara Woodcock

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Bent Iron Brewing
70 Extonville Road Hamilton
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Line Dancing w/ Dancemauer Company
Fri. 6 p.m. Dueling Pianos. Ages 21+
Sat. 5;30 p.m. Kyle Ahern

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Bill's Olde Tavern
2694 Nottingham Way Hamilton
(609) 586-0192
Thurs. 7 p.m. Music BINGO
Mon. 7 p.m. Trivia 
Tues. 9 p.m. / Wed. 9 p.m. Karaoke 
Ages 21+

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Bordentown City
Farnsworth Avenue Bordentown  
Fri. 7 p.m. "Frightening Fridays!" Haunted History Tours. $20
Sat. 12 p.m. Bordentown Walking Tours. $20 

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Bordentown Yacht Club 
1 Farnsworth Avenue Bordentown 
(609) 298-9754 
Sat. (1 p.m.) Kindred Spirit (2 p.m.) Live Band Showcase

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Boro Bean 
9 East Broad Street Hopewell 
(609) 466-6681 
Sat. 11 a.m. John Abbott 

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Bowman's Tavern 
1600 River Road New Hope, PA 
(215) 862-2972
Thurs. 6 p.m. Jazz Jam
Fri. (5:30 p.m.) Bennett Lee (8 p.m.) Bob Egan 
Sat. 6:30 p.m. Jim Dedrick Duo
Sun. (12 p.m.) Bill Avayou Trio (6 p.m.) Lorenzo
Wed. 6 p.m. Sam Ryan

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Broken Goblet Brewing
2500 State Road Bensalem, PA
(267) 812-5653
Thurs. 7 p.m.  Brian Bortnick
Fri./Sat./Sun. "This Is Not Croydon Fest 7" feat. $30-$134 (2 Day passes and VIP available)
Wed. 7 p.m. Uada & Mortiis, Jerome Reuters Rome, Wraith Knight "Witches of Dystopia Tour 2026" $33.83

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Bucks On Bridge
25 Bridge Street Lambertville
(609) 483-2615
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Poetry Night 
Tues. 5 p.m. Chess Night
Wed. 6 p.m. Trivia

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Burlington Riverfront Promenade
Tues. 4 p.m. Outdoor Market and Food Truck Event

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B2 Bistro Jimmy's American Grill
140 US Route 130 South bordentown
(609) 291-0200
Tues. 7 p.m. Trivia 

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Cadwalader Park (Ellarslie Museum)
299 Parkside Avenue Trenton 
(408) 335-4400 
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Freedom Friday Open Mic

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Catch A Rising Star (Hyatt Regency Princeton) 
102 Carnagie Center Princeton
(781) 568-1471
Fri. 8 p.m. JJ Ramirez. $26.50, Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Sat. 7:30 p.m. Monroe Education Comedy Night Hosted by Steve Trevelise. Doors open at 7 p.m.  

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Cazz's Sports Bar 'N' Grille
1560 Haines Road Levittown, PA 
(267) 580-5469 
Fri. 9:30 p.m. Karaoke w/ Paul

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City Streets
510 Highway 130 South East Windsor
(609) 426-9400
Sat. 9 p.m. Fast Ant & Friends

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Club Atlantis
1858 Street Road Bensalem, PA 
(215) 944-1777 
Sat. 9 p.m. DJ Robbie Tronco 
All Events Ages 21+ and Dress to Impress

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Cody's Roadhouse Distillery
5605 Bensalem Boulevard Bensalem, PA
(215) 252-3575
Thurs. 7 p.m. Line Dancing. $10
Fri. 8 p.m. Karaoke

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Continental Tavern
2 North Main Street Yardley, PA  
(215) 493-9191
Fri. 8 p.m. Bob Thompson
Sat. 8 p.m. Mark Manning

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Cooper's Riverview                                                                     
50 Riverview Plaza Trenton
(609) 393-7300 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Be5D
Fri. 5 p.m. Happy Hour (7 p.m.) The Merzey Beat (Beatles Tribute)
Sat. 7 p.m. The Pink Floyd Project
Wed. 7 p.m. Live Band Jam

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Cream Ridge Winery
145 Route 539 Cream Ridge 
(609) 259-9797 
Tues. 7 p.m. Paint & Sip

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Crossing Vineyard and Winery
1853 Wrightstown Road Washington Crossing, PA
(215) 493-6500 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Tarot Card Reading & Wine tasting. $45
Sat. 2 p.m. On The Fly
Sun. 2:30 p.m. Jim Nelsen

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Curran’s Irish Inn
1909 Bristol Pike Bensalem, PA
(215) 245-1800
Thurs. 7 p.m. Music Bingo 
Mon. 7:30 p.m. Quizzo

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Dadz Bar and Grill 
744 Main Street Lumberton
(609)267-4344
Thurs. 7 p.m. Open Mic Night.

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Decades Bar & Restaurant 
2465 South Broad Street Hamilton
Sat. 8 p.m. Lucha Libre

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Dharma Bums 
4935 River Road New Hope, PA
(215) 663-2867
Thurs.  Thurs. (6:30 p.m.) Craft & A Cocktail: Ceramic Pitcher Workshop. $86.75 (7 p.m.) Soul Warriors
Fri. 8 p.m. Cosmic Jerry Band. $11.75
Sat. 8 p.m. Psychic Bison, Hubbell Benson, Slow Noche. $11.75
Sun. 6 p.m. The New Hope Nonet. $17
Wed. 7 p.m.  DBums Hootenanny: An Open Mic of Music, Comedy & Spoken Word Hosted by Michael Henry Robert

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Falls Township Community Park 
9125 Mill Creek Road Levittown, PA 
Sat. 9 a.m. Community Yard Sale

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Fireside Tavern & Table
215 West Philadelphia Avenue Morrisville, PA
(215) 295-4838
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Acoustic Music Night 
Wed. 8 p.m. Quizzo

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Flying Pig Tavern & Tap 
167 US-Route 130 North Bordentown 
(609) 899-7447
Fri. 7 p.m. Code 4
Sat. 7 p.m. LakeHouse
Tues. 9 p.m. Karaoke
Wed. 8 p.m. Trivia

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Founding Father's Sports Bar & Grill 
2900 Street Road Bensalem, PA 
(215) 923-1100
Fri. 6 p.m. Bob Pantano Dance Party w/ DJ Joe Castro

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Friendly's 
1031 Washington Boulevard Robbinsville 
(609) 426-9203 
Wed. 6 p.m. Open Mic Night Hosted by Kevin McGowan and/or Gino Formaroli (Sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m.)

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German American Society 
215 Uncle Pete's Road Hamilton 
(609) 585-5200
Sat. 7 p.m. Jeremy Fund '70s Dance Party

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Gleason's Bar
6700 Mill Creek Road Levittown, PA
(215) 943-4781 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Music Bingo / “Ladies Night” Hosted by Best Choice Productions 
Fri. (6 p.m.) "Happy Hour" (8:30 p.m.) Cellar Dogs
Sat. 8:30 p.m. DJ Mr. Miami
Sun. 3 p.m. RF Entertainment
Tues. 7 p.m. Game Show Palooza

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Green Parrot Restaurant Pub, & Patio
240 North Sycamore Street Newtown Township, PA 
(215) 504-7277 
Tues. 7 p.m. Music BINGO
Sat. 8 p.m. CnC Music Box

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Grounds For Sculpture
80 Sculptors way Hamilton
(609) 586-0616 
Fri. 5 p.m. SWIRL: An Evening of Art & Wine 

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Hamilton Elks  
1580 Kuser Road Hamilton 
(609) 585-8610  
Fri. 7 p.m. Country Line Dancing Hosted by Jeremy. $7 (advance)

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Hanover Creative Gallery
219 East Hanover Street Trenton
Thurs. 6 p.m. Yoga

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Havana New Hope
105 S. Main Street New Hope, PA.
(215) 862-9897
Thurs. 7 p.m. Bluess Jam Hosted by Mikey Jr.
Fri. ( 8 p.m.) Comedy Stop (11 p.m. ) DJ Dance Party 
Sat. (8:30 p.m.) Jem & The Vibe (11:59 p.m.) DJ Dance Party 
Sun. (6 p.m.) "Countdown to Ecstasy" Steely Dan Tribute (7:30 p.m.) Texas Hold'em
Mon. 9 p.m. Karaoke w/ DJ Steve
Tues. 7 p.m. Jillian Ashcroft Jazz Quartet 
Wed. 7 p.m. Jumper Duo

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Hopewell Theater 
5 South Greenwood Avenue Hopewell 
Sat. 8 p.m. James Popik & Supernova

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Hopewell Valley Vineyards
46 Yard Avenue Pennington 
(609) 737-4465 
Fri. 4 p.m. "Music & Merlot" feat. (5 p.m.) The Dadz
Sat. 5 p.m. "Music & Merlot" feat. Rupert & Scheetz
Sun. 2:30 p.m. "Jazzy Sundays" feat. Hopewell Valley Vineyards Jazz Band

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Il Portico Restorante Italiano 
273 West Route 130 South Burlington
(609) 239-1000 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Jazz Night
Fri. / Sat. 7 p.m. Live Music w/ Tony O

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Irish Rover Station House 
1033 South Bellevue Avenue Langhorne, PA 
(215) 970-5412 
Wed. 7 p.m. Quizzo Night
Sun. 12 p.m. Paint & Sip w/ a Medium

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Iron Plow Vineyards
26750 Mount Pleasant Road Columbus 
(732) 306-9111 
Fri. 5:30 p.m. Rachel & Ty
Sat. 4:30 p.m. Rob Messina Dave Matthews Band Experience
Sun. 1 p.m. Radio Fiction

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Ivy Tavern
3108 S. Broad Street, Hamilton 
(609) 888-1435 
Thurs. 8:30 p.m. Karaoke 
All shows 21+    

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John & Peter's
96 S. Main Street New Hope, Pa 
(215) 862-5981 
Thurs. 8 p.m. J & P's Comedy Showcase
Fri. 9 p.m. John Doe. $35
Sat. 9 p.m. John Doe. $35
Sun. 3 p.m. Kelly Jax Band 
Mon. 9 p.m. Open Mic Night (Sign-ups start at 8 p.m.) 
Wed. 9 p.m. The Invitational
All shows 21+

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Killarney's Publick House
1644 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road Hamilton
(609) 586-1166 
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Jack Mangan
Fri. (5:30 p.m.) Two For Flinching (10 p.m.) DJ Jimmy G
Sat. 10 a.m. Brunch feat. (11 a.m.) Bob Banka (5:30 p.m.) Skyline (10 p.m.) DJ Bay
Sun.10 a.m. "Sunday Funday" Brunch feat. (11 a.m.) Chris Guzman
Tues. (6 p.m.) Cookie Decorating Class (7 p.m.) Music BINGO w/ DJ Brother Mike

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Labyrinth Books Princeton 
122 Nassau Street Princeton
(609) 497-1600 
Fri. 12 p.m. Spring Members Sale & Independent Book Store Day
Tues. 6 p.m. Susan Stewart in Conversation with Eliza Griswold-Bramble

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Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn 
11 Bridge Street Lambertville 
(609) 397-8300 
Thurs. 4 p.m. Sips, Snacks and Sisters         
Sat. 7 p.m. Dueling Pianos
Sun. 12 p.m. "Shad Fest" feat. Strange Brew Crew

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Laurita Winery 
85 Archertown Road New Egypt 
(609) 752-0200 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Laurita Junior Idol Tryouts (FREE event)
Fri. 7:30 p.m. Kricket Comedy Night feat. Belynda Cleare, Glen Jensen
Sat. 12 p.m. "Sangria, Sliders & Song" (FREE event)
Sun. 12 p.m. "Sangrias, Sliders & Song" feat. (1 p.m.) Rick Winow (FREE event) 

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Leaping Dog & Sleeping Cat Art Studios
1 Crosswicks Street Bortdentown 
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Monthly Jazz Jam

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Library Company of Burlington
23 West Union Street Burlington
(609) 3861273
Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Family Fun Night: Jigsaw Puzzles
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Open Mic Night
Sat. 11:15 a.m. Special Edition Story Time feat. Mrs. Middleton
Mon. 6 p.m. Adult Craft Night

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Lillipies Bakery
30 North Harrison Street Princeton 
(609) 423-2100  
Sat. 10 a.m. Storytime with Jeff

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Logan Inn 
10 West Ferry Street New Hope, PA 
(215) 862-2300
Sat. 7 p.m. Sam Ryan
wed. 6 p.m. Dan Ward

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Magikava
87a South Main Street New Hope, PA 
(215) 862-2739 
Thurs. 6 p.m. Astrology Readings by Riss Cottrill 
Mon. 6 p.m. Magik "Art Mondays" 
Wed. 6:30 p.m. Open Mic Night  

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McManimon's Pub
151 Liberty Street Trenton 
(609) 393-9023
Sat. 6 p.m. The Wild Clovers

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McStews Irish Sports Pub
5316 New Falls Road Levittown, PA 
(215) 949-9570 
Sat. 9 p.m. Shaken
Tues. 7:30 p.m. Trivia Night

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Mercer County Park (Boathouse at Mercer Lake)
334 South Post Road West Windsor 
(866) 683-3586 
Wed. 6 p.m. All In Good Taste: Shoreline Sips

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Music Mountain Theater
1483 Route 179 Lambertville
(609)397-3337
Fri. 8 p.m. "Present Laughter"
Sat. 3 p.m./ 8 p.m. "Present Laughter"
Sun. 3 p.m. "Present Laughter"

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Naked Brewing Company 
212 Mill Street Bristol, PA 
(267) 544-7129
Tues. 7 p.m. Trivia

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Needle Creek Farm Brewery
91 Titus Mill Road Pennington
Sat. 2 p.m. Michael Patrick 
Sun. 12 p.m. Snap Dragons

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Neshaminy Creek Brewing Company 
909 Ray Avenue Croydon, PA 
(215) 458-7081
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia Night .
Sat. 12 p.m. Creek-i-Tiki Luau

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New Egypt Flea Market Village 
933 Monmouth County Road Cream Ridge 
(609) 758-2082
Sun. 8 a.m. Flea Market 
Wed. 8 a.m. Flea Market

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New Hope Winery / Tavern 
6123 Lower York Road New Hope, PA 
(215) 794-2331 
Fri./Sat. 8 p.m. "Unforgettable Fire" U2 Tribute

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Newtown Brewing Company
103 Penns Trail Newtown, PA 
(215) 944-8609 
Thurs. 7 p.m. "Useless Knowledge" Trivia
Fri. 6 p.m. Just Todd
Sat. 6 p.m. Matt Kresge
Wed. 4 p.m. Open Mic Night Hosted by Bill Monach

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Nick's Roast Beef
4501 Woodhaven Road West Philadelphia, PA 
(215) 637-515
Wed. 7 p.m. Karaoke

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Nomad Distilling Company
20 South Main Street New Hope, PA
Sun. 10 a.m. Brunch

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Nottingham Tavern 
9 Mercer Street Hamilton Square 
(609) 587-6623
Thur. 9 pm. Karaoke w/ Super Dave Curtis 
Sat. 9 p.m. Talking In Cursive
Mon. 6 p.m. BINGO
Tues. 4 p.m. Pies on the Patio feat. (6:30 p.m.) Stephanie Chin
Ages 21+   

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O'Fowley's Tavern & Grill 
200 State Road Croydon, PA 
(215) 785-6998 
Mon. 7 p.m. Music Bingo Hosted by Best Choice Productions w/ DJ John S 
Tues. 7 p.m. Quizzo

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 Old Barracks
100 Barrack Street Trenton
Sat. 7 p.m. Concerts by Candlelight

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Old Hights Brewing 
123 West Ward Street Hightstown 
(609) 469-5976
Thurs. 5 p.m. Vinyl Night
Fri. 3 p.m. Happy Hour (6:30 p.m.) Adam Reiss
Sat. (12 p.m.) Kid's Art Club (6 p.m.) Cherry Heart Duo
Sun. 2 p.m. Local Performers Showcase

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Old Town Pub
135 Farnsworth Avenue Bordentown 
(609) 291-9232
Sun. 10 a.m. Brunch
Wed. 7 p.m. Trivia

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Ottoburger (Planet Animal Taste)
65 East Broad Street Hopewell
(640) 867-4915
Fri. 6 p.m. Bakersfield
Mon. 5:30 p.m. Dave Butler & Friends

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Oxford Valley Mall
US Route 1 South/Lincoln Highway Langhorne, PA
Sat. 10 a.m. Bucks county Record Fair

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Patriots Crossing 
1339 River Road Titusville 
(609) 737-2780
Thurs. 8 p.m. Ladies Night  
Wed. 7 p.m. Pub Trivia

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Pete's Steak House 
523 Whitehorse Avenue Hamilton
 (609) 585-8008
Fri. 9:30 p.m. Karl's Garcia Band

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Plainsboro Preserve
80 Scotts Corner Road Cranbury
(609) 799-4013
Fri. (8:30 a.m.) Spring Walking Club (5:30 p.m.) Nature Board game Night

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Princeton Country Club
1-Wheeler Way West Windsor
(609) 452-9382 
Thurs. 6 p.m. Karaoke Night w/ Live DJ
Fri. 5 p.m. Happy Hour 
Sun. 11 a.m. Jazz Brunch

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Princeton Porchfest 
(Various locations around town)
Sat.

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102 Witherspoon Street feat. (12 p.m.) BoXoRox (1 p.m.) Princeton Boy Choir & Princeton Girl Choir (2 p.m. Joy DiTullio (3 p.m.) Olivia Eden (4 p.m.) Bill the Pony

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41 Jefferson Road feat. (12 p.m.) Jake Ortiz (1 p.m.) Ecclesia Music (2 p.m.) Before the After (3 p.m.) Bamberdost (4 p.m.) Charles Laurita & The Mischief

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150 Jefferson Road feat. (12 p.m.) Monte Maybe (1 p.m.) Bomber Jacket (2 p.m.) Ruby West (3 p.m.) Full Code (4 p.m.) Puppy Grease

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107 Moore Street (12 p.m.) Vose (1 p.m.) Isabella Dussais (2 p.m.) Mom Weasel (3 p.m.) Instant BINGO (4 p.m.) The Shaxe
The rest can be found at https://artscouncilofprinceton.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/princetonporchfest2026_downloadable_map.pdf

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Princeton Public Library (Hinds Plaza)
65 Witherspoon Street Princeton  
(609) 924-9529 
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Keynote for Verse & Voice Poetry Festival: Robert Pinsky 

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Princeton University (Richardson Auditorium)
Nassau Street Princeton
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Artist Panel w/ Ali Banisadr & Terry Winters (Takes place at the University Art Museum
Fri. 7:30 p.m. Organ Concert w/ James kealey. (Takes place at University Chapel)

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Puss N Boots Tavern
942 Trenton Road Fairless Hills, PA
Fri. 8 p.m. Karaoke
Tues. 7 p.m. Trivia 

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Randy Now's Man Cave
119 West Ward Street Hightstown 
(609) 424-3766
Fri. 7 p.m. Bim Skala Bim. $30, Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Sat. 7 p.m. The Albert Bouchard Band 
Sun. 7 p.m. The Cynz / The Slamdinistas. $20

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Raza's at Hamilton
557 Route 130 North Hamilton
Sun. 12 p.m. Sunday Brunch w/ DJ Manny The Greek

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Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge 
144 US Route 130 Bordentown 
(609) 262-0110
Thurs. 8 p.m. Jazz Night 

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River Horse Brewery
2 Graphics Drive Ewing
Fri. 6:30 p.m. Paint a Planter
Sat. 6 p.m. "30th Anniversary Party" w/ El Ka Bong

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River House at Odette’s 
274 South Rive Road New Hope, PA 
(215) 682-2022 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Cara Cartney
Fri. 7 p.m. Liz Du Four
Sat. 7 p.m. Bob Egan
Sun. 11:30 a.m. Brunch w/ Dave Dales Duo

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Rose Bank Winery 
258 Durham Road Newtown, PA  
(215) 860-5899
Sat. 1:30 p.m. "Tastings & Tunes in the Buckman Barn" feat. Keith Ragnar Cowgill 

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Rossi's Bar & Grill
2110 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road Hamilton
(609) 890-2004 
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Ernie White
Sat. 11 a.m. Brunch
Sun. 11 a.m. Brunch 
Tues. 7 p.m. Quizzoholics

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Sandy's Beef & Ale
2028 E. Old Lincoln Highway Langhorne, PA
(2670 852-2333
Thurs. 8 p.m. Quizzo  
Mon. 7 p.m. Music Bingo

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Screamin' Hill Brewery 
83 Emleys Hill Road Cream Ridge 
(609) 401-2025
Sat. 2 p.m. Chet & Ari

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Second Sin Brewing Company
1500 Grundy Lane Bristol, P
(267) 812-5251
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia

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Shady Brook Farm 
931 Stony Hill Road Yardley, PA 
(215) 968-1670 
Sat. 6:30 p.m. Keith Ragnar Cowgill

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Slim's Irish Pub 
2195 Galloway Road Bensalem, PA
(267) 332-0047
Mon. 6 p.m. Open Mic Night Hosted by Cecil 
Wed. 6 p.m. Karaoke Contest

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Small World Coffee 
14 Witherspoon Street Princeton 
(609) 924-4377 x2 
Sat. 7 p.m. BD Lenz

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Sparky World-Famous Beer Garden
4333 New Falls Road Levittown, PA 
(215) 943-2321 
Thurs. 9 p.m. Karaoke w/ DJ Dana
Sun. 9 p.m. Open Mic Hosted by Cara Cartney
Mon. 9 p.m. Game Night Hosted by Kid Dalton 
Tues. 7 p.m. Johnny Betz 

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Starving Artist Cafe
18 Bridge Street Stockton
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Open Mic Hosted by Daisy Jane
Fri. 10 a.m. JB Kline Facebook Live
Sat. 6 p.m. The Gypsy Ramblers / The Successful Failures

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Tavern On The Lake 
101 Main Street Hightstown 
(609) 426-9345  
Thurs. 6 p.m. Music BINGO DJ Night
Fri. 9 p.m. Velvet Vinyl
Tues. 6 p.m. Trivia 
Wed. 7 p.m. Karaoke 

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TCNJ College of New Jersey
2000 Pennington Road Ewing 
(609) 771-2467
Fri. 7:30 p.m. TCNJ Choirs & Visiting Artists in Residence "Symphony in C"  Presents: Mozart's Requiem in D Minor
Sat. 2 p.m. The Joy Symposium: An Afternoon w/ Ross Gay
Sun. 7:30 p.m. TCNJ Percussion Ensemble: Trigg Retirement Concert

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Temperance House
5 South State Street Newtown, PA 
(215) 944-8050
Fri. 7:30 p.m. The Day Club Pop-Up: Vol. 2

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Terhune Orchards  
330 Cold Soil Road Princeton
(609) 924-2310 
Thurs. 5:30 p.m. Wine & Design: Make Your Own Planter
Sat. 1 p.m. "Weekend Music Series" feat. Mark Meyer
Sun. 1 p.m. "Weekend Music Series" feat. Brian Bortnick

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TGI Fridays
2703 Mount Holly Road Suite 3 Washington Twp.
(609) 239-486 
Thurs. 7 p.m.  Trivia  

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The Beer Garden and Education Center at Snipes Farm
890 West Bridge Street Morrisville, PA 
Sat. 6 p.m. Steal Your Face

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The Birdhouse Center For The Arts
7 North Main Street Lambertville
(215) 681-4660
Tues. 7:30 p.m. NJNO the "not just nyckelharpa orchestra" Community Orchestra

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The Buck Hotel 
1200 Buck Road Feasterville, PA 
(215) 396-2002 
Fri. 8:30 p.m. Bigg Romeo 
Sat. (11 a.m.) Brunch (8:30 p.m.) Rustic Revival
Tues. 7 p.m. Danny Lynch Duo
Wed. 6 p.m. Singles Social (Ages 30-65)

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The Cool Cricket
216 Burlington Street Fieldsboro
(609) 291-9110
Fri. 6 p.m. Country & Pop Line Dancing
Sat. 9 p.m. Asylum Choir

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The Corner Inn
24509 East Main Street Columbus
(609) 298-8543
Sat. 9 p.m. Karaoke w/ We R Entertainment

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The Cure Insurance Center  
81 Hamilton Ave. Trenton  
(609) 656-3200  
.Sat. 8 a.m. Varsity Spirit: US Finals Trenton Cheerleading

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The Federal Twist Vineyard 
8 Federal Twist Road Stockton
(609) 773-6066 
Thurs. 6 p.m. Vintage Glass Garden Art

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The Five Four Bar & Grill
8919 New Falls Road Levittown, PA 
(215) 547-5525
Thurs. 8 p.m. Acoustic Night w/ Timbo & Friends
Fri. 9 p.m. The Bambu Weasels
Sat. 9 p.m. The Fire Flyz
Tues. 7 p.m. Music Bingo w/ Jonathan Appel

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The HOB Tavern 
146 Second Street Bordentown
(609) 291-7020 
Fri. 8 p.m. Radio Fiction

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The Ivy Inn
248 Nassau Street Princeton
(609) 921-8555
Thurs. 10 p.m. Karaoke w/ DJ Trey
Fri. 9:30 p.m. DJ MeatmyZ
Sat. 9:30 p.m. Marcmyskillz
Sun. 2 p.m. Gameday
Tues. 7 p.m. Quizzo w/ Bob E Luv 
Wed. 10 p.m. Karaoke w/ DJ Trey

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The Morrisville Tavern 
376 West Trenton Avenue Morrisville, PA
(215) 295-5310
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia
Mon. 8 p.m. Karaoke
Tues. 7 p.m. Music Bingo
Wed. 7 p.m. Trivia Night

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The Newtown Theatre
120 North State Street Newtown, PA
(215) 968-3859
Thurs. 8 p.m. The Music & Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. $34.99-$54 (VIP available)
Sat. 8 p.m. "Harvest & Rust" The Music of Neil Young. $34.99-$40
Sun. 3 p.m. David darwin: One Man Sideshow. $24.99-$43 (VIP available)
Tues. 7:30 p.m. Cult Vault: "Sixteen Candles" $8-$14

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The Penguin Rocks (24 Hour On-Demand Music/Radio)
www.thepenguinrocks.com 
Mon. -  Fri. "Radio Jersey" Hosted by Lee Mrowicki 
Sun. - Sat. "Classic Jersey" Hosted by Gary Wien
Sun. - Sat. "Beyond The Palace" Hosted by Lee Mrowicki 
Sun. - Sat. "Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio" feat. "17th Anniversary Retrospective" 
Sun. - Sat. "From The Basement" Hosted by Mike Marrone
Sun. - Sat. "Deuce Radio" Hosted by Matt Barker
Sun. - Sat. "Altrok Radio" Hosted by Sean Carolan
Sun. - Sat. "Lighty's Corner" Hosted by Gary Wien 
Sun. - Sat. "The Troubador Show" Hosted by John Godfrey

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The Roost
181 Rte. 539 Cream Ridge
(609) 208-0050
Thurs. 6:30 p.m. DC Duo 
Fri. 9 p.m. TBA
Sat. 9 p.m. No Way Out
Mon. 6 p.m. Music BINGO
Tues. 6 p.m. Trivia
Wed. 6 p.m. Joe Vadala

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The Tavern at Penns Park 
2295 Second Street Pike Newtown, PA
(267) 491-5658
Fri. 8 p.m. Jukebox Graveyard

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The Union Firehouse
18 Washington Street Mount Holly
(609) 288-6491
Fri. 8 p.m. "Carjacked" Cars Tribute / "Talk of the Town" Pretenders Tribute.  Doors open at 7 p.m.
Sat. 8 p.m. Fiesta at the Fire House. Doors open at 7 p.m.

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The Union House 
19 East Union Street Burlington
(609) 531-6077
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia
Fri. 8 p.m. Be5D
Sat. (10 a.m.) Brunch (8 p.m.) Shelter In Place
Sun. 10 a.m. Brunch

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Tindall Road Brewing Co.
102 Farnsworth Avenue Bordentown
(609) 526-8651 
Thurs. 7 p.m. "Boat Drinks" Music BINGO
Fri. 7 p.m. Monk & Monk feat. Danny Coleman's Rock On Radio "Danny's Pick" Event (Food, prizes, FREE event)
Tues. 7 p.m. Karaoke w/ Missy

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Tir Na Nog 
1324 Hamilton Avenue Trenton 
(609) 392-2554
Sun. 3 p.m. "Irish Sessions"
All Shows 21+

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Trenton Social
449 South Broad Street Trenton
(609) 989-7777
Thurs. 5 p.m. "Happy Hour Throwback Thursday
Sat. 9 p.m. Live Music (TBA)
Mon. 6 p.m. "Monday Night Karaoke" Hosted by Sweets

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Trent Towne Market
16 West Ingham Avenue Trenton
Fri. 6:30 p.m. "Bodies In Broad Day" NJ Battle Rap Hosted by K-Shine feat. Jers vs O-Red. $30

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Triumph Brewing Company (Princeton Location)
20 Pamer Square east Princeton 
(609) 924-7855
Fri. 5 p.m. Digba Ogunbiyi Quartet
Sat. 5 p.m. Mike Noordzy Trio

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Vault Brewing Company
10 South Main Street Yardley, PA 
(267) 573-4291
Fri. 7 p.m. Len Pierro Trio
Sat. 7 p.m. Tony Micelli Trio

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Village Idiot Brewing Company
42 High Street Mount Holly
(609) 975-9270 
Thurs. 7 p.m. Trivia

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Vincentown Diner 
2357 US Route 206 South Vincentown
Mon. 6 p.m. Ed McElva

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Washington Crossing Historic Park 
1112 River Road Washington Crossing, PA
Sat. 7:30 a.m. Saturday Trails

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Washington Crossing Inn 
1295General Washington Memorial Boulevard Washington Crossing, PA
(877) 882-1776
Thurs. 6 p.m. Ladies Night: Trivia
Tues. 6 p.m. "Bourbon & Blues 

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Working Dog Winery
610 Windsor Perrineville Road Hightstown
(609) 371-6000
Thurs. 4:30 p.m. Joe Vadala
Fri. 4:30 p.m. Open Mic Hosted by Kevin McGowan
Sat. (11 a.m.) Wooden Flower Arrangements (1 p.m.) TBD
Sun. (11 a.m. & 2 p.m.) Goat Milk Soap Making (1 p.m.) Chris Swatt 

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WWFM 89.1 FM HD2 Radio
MCCC Old Trenton Road West Windsor
Jazzon2.org
Mon. 7 a.m./7 p.m. "Danny Coleman's Got The Blues"

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Yankee Doodle Tap Room 
10 Palmer Square Princeton 
(609) 921-7500 
Fri. 6 p.m. Carm & Bud

About the author:

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Danny Coleman is a veteran musician and writer from central New Jersey. He hosts a weekly radio program entitled 'Rock On Radio' airing Sunday evenings at 7:00pm EST on ThePenguinRocks.com where he features indie/original bands and solo artists.

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