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The Livingston Public Library invites the public to the Senior Happening series on Friday, June 27th when Rhonda Denet will present "Ladies of Motown. This performance features an extraordinary collection of fit songs that showcases the incredible female singing groups, solo artists, and songwriters who played a pivotal role in introducing the world to the Motown sound.
Immerse yourself in the timeless melodies from the 1960s and 1970s, brought to life by legends like The Supremes, whose harmonies have become legendary, The Marvelettes, the soulful Martha & the Vandellas, the sweet sounds of Mary Wells, the captivating Kim Weston, and the unforgettable Tammi Terrell, among others. This performance is a celebration of the enduring impact of these talented ladies and the indelible mark they left on the world of music.
Rhonda performs regularly with her band The Bad Cats, as a lead vocalist for The Kazz Music Orchestra and as a cast member of the Off-Broadway show, “The Gong Show LIVE”. In addition she is proud to be the founder and primary performer for the Silver Fox Songs showcase series, a program which brings live music to appreciative populations at various community service organizations and celebrates American classics from Jazz to Soul.
The Senior Happening is a monthly series that allows attendees (“Seniors” or otherwise) to socialize during the first part of the program (12 until 12:45 pm) by bringing a bag lunch, while enjoying desserts and coffee served by the Friends of the Library volunteers. The program and entertainment then begins at 1 pm.
Registration is required and may be done in person at the library; by telephone at (973) 992-4600; or online at www.livingstonlibrary.org. Registration begins on June 9th for Livingston other Essex County residents.
Senior Happening is made possible in part by funds from the Essex County Division of Cultural Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and through the support from the Friends of the Livingston Library.