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Membership Newsletter #199

February, 2010

Greetings from Mr. Lee,

Hi Guys and Gals

I’m so sorry for the delay. I was just taking a little break. Everything is cool and I wish you all a Happy Valentine’s Day. I have a few things to tell ya’.

First up, Harry Schmitt and Cornerstone will be at Keenan’s Valley View Inn on March 12^th starting at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $30 including the buffet and are on sale now. Harry and the Guys offer you two shows at 8:30 and again at 9:30. For ticket information email Harry at goldenvoiceharry@aol.com or call Keenan’s at 215-483-8085.

Appearing at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania on March 12^th at 8 PM see Johnny Maestro’s Brooklyn Bridge with hand-selected guest vocalist Joel Katz filling in for Johnny while he receives treatment for cancer. We all wish the best for Johnny and know from first-hand experience that Johnny made the right choice in his selection of Joel. Take a little drive and support this great musical group (570-420-2808.)

Next up you’ve got two shows on April 10^th. Take a drive to Pottstown High School for a concert starring the Soul Survivors, Eddie Holman and A Class Act featuring Rita. For more information call Tom Coyle at 610-306-9361. On April 10^th more entertainment awaits at the Patriots Theater in Trenton put on by Nitche Entertainment. It’s a good one - starring Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, Kenny Vance and the Planotones, Barbara Harris and the Toys, Nicky Addeo and the Nite Owls, and acappella by the Encounters. Tickets are $70 and $52 and the Patriots Theater number is 609-984-8400 or you can call Nitche Entertainment directly and toll free at 1-877-DOO-WOPS.

On May 1^st^, starting at 7 PM, Mr. Lee will be hooking up with Little Isisdore and the Inquisitors for 2 BIG SETS plus dancing at the Karma Nightclub. Karma is located at 9859 Bustleton Avenue, NE Philadelphia in the Haldemann Shopping Center. I’ve been inside Karma and it’s a gorgeous little place. We have DJ Jason there that evening along with myself to help create a truly wonderful evening. Little Isidore and the Inquisitors are a fabulous oldies act. Little Leopold will be there that evening along with Kitten Kaboodle, Molten Milton, Johnny Stacato and the incredible Sebring Sisters. It really will be quite a night. Right now you can call me for ticket information on the PGHA Hotline (215-322-1351.) I will have more information for you about this show.

You wanna’ go on a cruise with the Geator? On May 13^th to May 17^th^, the ship leaves Tampa headed to Cozumel. Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Lesley Gore, Lou Christie, the Platters and the Drifters. For booking information call 1-877-223-7030. Speaking of the Geator, his next show at the Kimmel Center will be Saturday night, May 27^th. I should have a lineup for you within a couple weeks and phone numbers for ticket information.

Make time to check out Charlie Horner’s website www.classicurbanharmony.net. Charlie and Pam have a lot going on there. You won’t be sorry if you visit them at this wonderful internet newsletter.

Don’t forget our annual show at the Flying W, Medford, NJ is on for JULY 10TH starring Kenny Vance and the Planotones and the Encounters. This is simply a wonderful place to be. I’ll have more information as the date draws closer.

Andrea Siegel can tell you everything you need to know about subscribing to that informative publication It’s All About The Music. You can advertise or consult this tri-yearly work for information regarding all the events featuring the music we love in this region of the U.S. Give this great Gal a call at 718-356-6089 - you’ll be glad you did!

Another fabulous magazine is the quarterly Echoes of the Past. Bob Belniak does a great job recruiting and maintaining a fine staff of writers who explore and expand, often with in-person interviews of group personnel, the available store of knowledge of our beloved music. Keep this source alive by calling Bob at 413-786-1929 or email him at echoes.past@yahoo.com for more details.

If you get a chance check out our Phil May -click on www.live365.com/stations/stationpgha to connect yourself. Phil plays more great music at www.eastcoastdoowop.com also available through Live365. He very kindly hosts an outlet for rebroadcast of the “Walkin’ With Mr. Lee” and “Lady M’s Solid Gold Saturday Evening” shows originally heard on WRDV-FM and you will be able to hear his own “Jersey Phil” show broadcast live on DooWop Cafe. Thanks for everything, Phil. Don’t forget - Mr. Lee and Lady M are also re-aired weekly on Destination DooWop (at www.destinationdoowop.com.) Check the schedule there for times for both shows.

Can’t leave without shooting an arrow in the direction of the Cupids in Collegeville, beginning but not ending with, Vinnie M. and Rock M.

I’ll stay in touch. Be sure to check us out frequently as things are heating up.

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