Hope you are all having a good summer. My parents came to visit last weekend.  It was a weekend filled with music.  We had a great night at the wine bar. As always, it was a wonderful crowd with talented featured singers (Thanks, Jamie, Gail, Jim and DAD!!) with people dancing on the patio under the stars.  Brenda took my parents to an outdoor Christian Concert (Avalon) at Island Park Saturday night. It was a beautiful night to sit outdoors, have a picnic and listen to some wonderful music.  They joined me at the VFW afterwards, and dad sang another song. For those of you who wondered where I developed my love for music, I obviously grew with up with it.  My dad is also quite a singer. 

Thanks to everyone who joined me this past Friday night at the Kettering VFW. It was nice to see some of our old friends again (Arabella, John, Dee).  We also got to see some good friends again Saturday night when we stopped by Alex's (Smith's and Mayberry's).  Yes, Alex's has reopened. They have a full service menu (steaks, seafood, appetizers, pastas, sandwiches, pizza and desserts).  They are open 7 days a week, including breakfast on the weekend. 

The hot summer days are taking a toll on our garden and plenty of watering is needed. I'm learning to do a "rain dance".  

Keep cool!

Musically, 

Cary

BOTTLE OF WINE, FRUIT OF THE VINE....

Calling all wine lovers...It's time for another evening of music and wine on the patio at Taste of Wine in Miamisburg.  Join us this  Friday evening (July 16) from 8-10:30.  My parents will be joining us too, as they are visiting from out of town. Last month was packed! Lots of dancing going on! We hope this Friday night is another beautiful summer evening.  

Correction

I am not at the Middletown Senior Citizen's Center until July 20th.  The 3rd weekend of the month is not the same week as the 3rd Tuesday of the month! Sorry for the confusion!

Cary

Summer Sensations

Brenda and I just returned from Las Vegas where we celebrated our anniversary and also visited with our Awesome A's (nieces and nephew). Great trip! Brenda and I have been married 4 years but have been together 18 years! Lots of years to celebrate! For our anniversary, we went to see the musical Jersey Boys. It is the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. They wrote their own songs, developed a "new sound" and sold 175 million records world wide before they were 30! The show was spectacular and I highly recommend it. Of course, this prompted me to sing some Frankie Valli songs last night at Romer's. I sang "Can't Take My Eyes of You" and "My Eyes Adored You". Still on a high from the show. Mama Mia was always my favorite musical, but this one is a definite tie breaker!

We had a great time with our Awesome's.

We took them to see Rick Thomas, a magician appearing at the Sahara.

Another great show, complete with white tigers. We all really
enjoyed the show and we stayed afterwards to learn more about the tigers. We also spent a great 4th of July with the family. We took crafts to do with the children and later enjoyed a BBQ and dancing in the street with sparklers. We have finally convinced our oldest Awesome to fly alone to Ohio to visit us in August! Can't wait to have her here with us. Taking bets on if we can get her to sing at Romer's!





We rented a car and ventured out to Hoover Dam. What a magnificent creation! We were very overwhelmed by it. We parked on the Arizona side and hiked down (yes, folks, in 107 degree temperatures). Interestingly, we had to go through the border patrol at Arizona. He passed us on through when he saw that we were clearly Caucasian. Interesting times that we live in!

Happy Birthday Ringo Starr! 70 years old and still performing.

I hope you are enjoying your summer! Next week I will be at the Senior Center in Middletown on 7/13, Romer's on 7/ 14, the Taste of Wine on 7/16 and VFW River Rats West Carrollton on 7/17 (and YES, I do have a real day job too!). Come out and join me if you can! You can even meet my parents over the weekend.

Musically,
Cary

SUMMERTIME...AND THE LIVIN IS EASY!

Hi everyone! The blogmasters, Brenda and I, have been super busy this spring and have neglected keeping this blog updated! Between my new job and Brenda finishing up the school year, the weeks have passed us by. But summer has arrived and more hours of daylight tend to lead to more time to get things done.  We will try to do a better job of posting here. 

KARAOKE NEWS: 

Scor, in Bellbrook has changed it's name to Romer's after the new owner, Greg Romer.  

They have hired a chef from Bosco's and expanded the menu. The food is excellent. They grind their own beef for burgers, shave meat for cheesesteaks and make their own salad dressings and soups.   We are there every Wednesday night for Karaoke, from 8:30 - 11:30. Pizza's are discounted on Karaoke night. Join us for singing and dinner and mingle with old friends and new. This is a friendly place with a great crowd.  

Love is in the air! I've been providing DJ services for several weddings and anniversary parties in the past few months.  I am booking for fall. Help spread the word. 

Speaking of romance, two of my loyal patrons are now a "couple".  Congrats to Diannah and George. These two first met over 2 years ago

at Peerless Mill and they finally started dating. We are all thrilled to see the two of you so happy! And, George is even singing now!

Other news: Ravonda is recovering from heart surgery. We wish her a speedy recovery and hope to see her soon.

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, VIC....JUNE 30TH.

ON THE HOMEFRONT:

My Grandpa has joined the elite group of centenarians in our country. He just celebrated his 100th birthday. Brenda and I helped to organize and throw him a fantastic birthday party for over 150 friends and family members. Highlights included a a proclamation from the Mayor, 

 cards from President Obama and the Governor of Indiana, gift package from the Colts,  a front page full feature article in the paper, a feature on the Today show, firemen coming to put out the candles on his cake, and a special brew of Fall City beer from the owner (not yet released to the public.  Happy Birthday Grandpa!

Our "little guy", Gizmo was recently diagnosed with full blown diabetes and now requires insulin shots twice a day!  No easy feat for Brenda, who has a severe needle phobia. 

He is doing well now, due to the injections and a special diet. We cook for

him every evening. His menus include: salmon, whole wheat pasta, and peas; roast beef, barley and carrots; chicken, whole wheat pasta and broccoli.  If you are ever reincarnated, come live at our house as our

dog!

We hope you are doing well and enjoying your summer!  

Come by to visit or to sing! We would love to see you. 

Musically, 

Cary

SPRING HAS SPRUNG!

SPRING HAS SPRUNG, THE GRASS HAS RIZ...I WONDER WHERE CARY IS??

Happy Spring!  This Friday, I'm at the Taste Of Wine from 8:00-10:30. With luck, the patio will be open.  Saturday night I will be at River Rats, VFW in West Carrollton from 8:00 to midnight. But the BIG NEWS about where I am, is that I am BACK to work full time in the telecommunications field again!!  I am absolutely thrilled!

Last month, I helped to host Angels for Ashlynne, a benefit for a 5 year old little girl who had been injured in an accident. We raised over $5500 that day.  Thanks to Vic and Ron for joining the huge crowd of supporters who were there for Ashlynne. 

Angels for Ashlynne

I am participating in a fundraiser for Ashlynne Fink, a 5 year old from Beavercreek who has had a serious injury and is undergoing another extensive surgery.  The fundraiser is March 13 at Scor (soon to be called Romer's) in Bellbrook.  There will be food, raffles, games and a silent auction.  I will be hosting Karaoke from 6:00 - 8:45 PM.  You are invited to join us and participate in this worthwhile event.  Here is your chance to be an "Angel on Earth" and help to make a difference in the life of a child and family. 

Cary