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The Beat Goes On – A Cher Tribute Show at The Island on October 31

HARRIS — The Island Resort & Casino, together with Radio Results Network, are pleased to announce a performance by “The Beat Goes On,”- CHER Tribute show, featuring award winning singer/actress, Lisa McClowry as Cher. The show is one night only – Thursday, October 31 at 8 p.m. Eastern. Tickets for the show cost $20 and are on-sale now through the casino. The international touring show, “The Beat Goes On” features American singer/actress Lisa McClowry’s portrayal of the Goddess of Pop in her one-woman Broadway-style live stage show. Lisa is completely convincing as ...

Luke Rivard joins ranks of Escanaba City Band

ESCANABA — Meet Luke Rivard, the flute player who’s in his first year with the Escanaba City Band. Rivard is a fan of Francis Poulenc and Igor Stravinsky, bringing a touch of their influence to his playing. By day, Rivard works as a teller at First Bank, but his evenings are filled with ...

Fundraiser for K-9s held at Catmandos

Noah Johnson njohnson@dailypress.net Canine Connection (K9CX) Owner and Lead Trainer Dave Johnson (left) demonstrates how effective K9s like Chet can be while taking down Dog Trainer Carlton Isaacson at the fundraiser for Project Be the Shield at Catmandos Wednesday.

Sebeck brings spirit to sax section

ESCANABA — Meet Trevor Sebeck, the Escanaba City Band’s lively baritone saxophone player who’s been bringing energy to the City Band for around 8 years — or is it 9? He can’t remember. Sebeck is a big fan of film scores, especially those by John Williams and Hans Zimmer. When ...

Music Maker Of The Month: Polar Blues Band

ESCANABA — A new resource is available for those who love making music. The Music Co-op (TMC) is a network for finding local musicians to collaborate with. Whether you sing, play an instrument or write songs, you are welcome to join, regardless of age or skill level. Membership is free. ...

Bay College announces summer concert series

ESCANABA — Strings on the Bay, the summer chamber music series presented by Bay College, returns this summer with a lineup of fantastic concerts. All concerts will take place in the Besse Theater on the Escanaba Bay College Campus, starting at 7 p.m. on select Tuesdays each month. Tuesday, July 9 at 7 p.m. - Cliff Monear & Jeff Pedraz Jazz Duo – By Request Wayne State jazz faculty pianist, Cliff Monear, “gets hip” as he fills the Besse Theater with wonderful jazz alongside his bassist, Jeff Pedraz. Together, these musicians take familiar jazz, Latin, and classical themes, ...