Ringing In (and singing in) the New Year

It's always good to welcome new singers. Last week, some of Brenda's co-workers joined us at Scor. One is no longer a karaoke virgin. It was a fun, festive evening for everyone. 

We'll be singing at  Scor this Wednesday evening, with only one more night left in 2009! New Year's Eve, we  will be ringing in the New Year and singing  karaoke at River Rats, West Carrollton VFW.  It is open to the public, with food served at midnight.   Join us if you can!

Brenda and I wish you and your family a very Happy New Year full of happiness and good health.

Cheers!  Cary

Christmas Cheer

We've been spreading Christmas cheer throughout Dayton this week with two great nights of singing and celebrating with friends. 

 We indulged in wine and Christmas Cheer at A Taste of Wine last night. As usual, there was a "standing room only" crowd that was lively and fun.  We sang Christmas carols for the first hour, then moved on to some old rock and roll and disco!

Some party-goers even bring their own instruments!

Wednesday night, was my annual Christmas Karaoke Party.  This year, it was at Scor.  Old friends and new friends mingled for an evening of singing and party games (scratch off's , Christmas Trivia and Pass the Parcel).  

                 

Some people came in costumes.

Tina and Karen, two of our regular patrons, were also celebrating their birthdays with us. 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, TINA AND KAREN! Thanks for spending the evening with us!

I hope YOU are also having a joyous holiday season. 

Cary

Tis The Season

Seasons Greetings!  The last few weeks have been busy with Christmas activities. The tree is up, the stockings and lights are hung and and over 50 Santas have taken up residence in our house. Brenda is doing lots of cooking and I am doing lots of singing.  Ollie, our new kitty, is settling in for his first Christmas. 

Our annual Karaoke Christmas party is at Scor on December 16th.  We will be having several special activities. We hope you can join us and celebrate the season with old friends and new. 

By the way, Ollie is practicing for a singing career.  He's not quite ready to take the mic yet, but he has a great set of lungs!  

I hope you have a wonderful Christmas!

Musically, 

Cary

Thanks To Our Veterans!

Veteran's Day was a few weeks ago, but this weekend marked another opportunity to honor those who served in our armed forces.  I have been honored to provide the entertainment at the 3rd District Midwinter VFW conference for the past 5 years. This event is held at the Holiday Inn and is very well attended. As a veteran and a member, I was proud of the turn out this year, and proud of all the services  the VFW organization supports throughout the year for the benefit of our veterans and our active duty personnel.  I am always touched by the annual tribute paid to our POW's and MIA's who are absent, but never forgotten. 

                           "Judy, Judy, Judy" and I singing at the conference. 

CHRISTMAS IS COMING!! MARK YOUR CALENDARS.  MY ANNUAL KARAOKE CHRISTMAS PARTY WILL BE HELD ON DECEMBER 16TH AT SCOR.  HOPE TO SEE YOU!

Still Doing It "Her Way" at 75

We all had a wonderful time celebrating Carolyn's  birthday with her at Scor. Carolyn may be 75, but she is now aging in reverse!   No sipping tea or water for Carolyn.  She gulped down Tequila Shooters! 

 

No sitting quietly on the sidelines! 

Carolyn was picking up younger men! 

Carolyn was the Trivia Queen, as everyone learned  about her life. Did you know that the Loch Ness Monster was first spotted the year Carolyn was born? Carolyn started singing Karaoke when she was 70 years old. Five years later, she is still going strong and the audience loves her. Carolyn's favorite song is "My Way" because it describes her attitude towards life. Congratulations, Carolyn.  Keep on doing it your way! We love you!

  

Hello Kitty!

Brenda and I are the proud parents of a little orphaned kitty who appeared at our house yesterday. Poor little thing was starving, scared and pathetic. What a difference a day makes! She is making herself right at home now and is learning to eat and play.  She thinks our dog, Gizmo, is her mama.  Fortunately, Gizmo is being very tolerant and protective of her. 

HALLOWEEN

Didn't get many photos taken this year, but here are a few.  That's Jim and Gail as the flapper and hippie, and I am the Scotsman, of course. And yes, I did wear something under my kilt! Shorts! I needed some pockets! Hope your Halloween was fun!