The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) has great events happening starting this weekend with Gathering Time. You can still enjoy the current exhibit featured at the Hall of Fame, Billy Joel – My Life, a Piano Man’s Journey. This exhibit will delight all fans of Billy Joel as it features hundreds of rare photos, videos, instruments and more. Many of the items were donated from Billy Joel’s personal collection. The run of the exhibit has been extended through the Spring of 2025.
Jan. 5th – 3pm
Gathering Time
“Gathering Time is an internationally touring folk-rock harmony trio in the spirit of the ’60s and beyond, playing original, classic 20th-century, and trad tunes. Best described as a rocked-up Peter, Paul & Mary or a co-ed Crosby, Stills & Nash, Gathering Time is known for astute songwriting, spirited and accomplished musicianship — and a stellar vocal blend. Stuart Markus, Gerry McKeveny and (since 2022) Christine Sweeney evince deep roots in ’60s folk-rock, with a dash of traditional folk in the mix. Their stage chemistry makes clear that they take the music (if not themselves) very seriously, yet their infectious energy wins over even fans who never considered themselves folkies.”
Jan. 12th – 3pm
Take 2 (James O’Malley, Candice Baranello)
“Two dynamic voices playing contemporary acoustic, originals and folk come together to share their joy with you.
“Candice Baranello, a resident of Huntington, is a founding member of the highly acclaimed traditional folk trio, The Mountain Maidens. She plays Ukulele, Banjo, Guitar and Dulcimer. Her voice is unique and powerful. Candice has an expressive voice that will touch your heart.
Singer songwriter, James O’Malley, has composed some of the most endearing songs that a music lover could hear. Early on, he learned to fingerpick with Erik Darling of The Weavers. He is a favored performer among the ‘dedicated listening’ crowd. James has a smooth tenor voice and a subtle intricate guitar style.”
Jan. 19th – 3pm
Janice Buckner
“Janice Buckner has toured throughout the USA and abroad as part of the renowned performing duo Sweet Rose Revue whose credits included over twenty states across America, the Whitney Museum of Art (extended concert series), the Nassau County Museum of Art (extended concert series), the QEII Ocean Liner, the Reichold Center for Performing Arts in the Virgin Islands, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and two European Tours.
As a solo artist, she is known for her silky voice accompanied by delicate guitar and bass playing (both electric and upright). Her cabaret performances feature original songs and poems, interpretive renditions of a wide pallet of genres, us of Sign Language for the Deaf (which she calls “Dance of the Hands”), and attention to choreography, lighting, and staging. Her goal is to create an aesthetic experience that captures the heart and touches the soul.”
Jan. 26th -3pm
Laurie Anne Creus
“Brilliant. Genuine. Wicked-talented. Take your pick.”- Brianna Coccia, Long Island Sound Love
You can hear both power and heartache in her voice. The music of Laurie Anne Creus moves with the melodic and lyrical vulnerability of ballads yet grooves with the driving beat of funk and R&B.
Please note: *All Sunday Concert Series events unless noted are free with admission ticket purchase.
There is limited seating. Members and advanced timed or VIP tickets will be honored first.
Please purchase your tickets or membership below, or you can purchase tickets at the door day of show if they are still available.
For more information and to buy tickets in advance visit https://www.limusichalloffame.org/tickets-and-gift-cards/
Located at: 97 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY
About LIMEHOF
Founded in 2004, the Long Island Music Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the idea that Long Island’s musical and entertainment heritage is an important resource to be celebrated and preserved for future generations. The organization, which encompasses New York State’s Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties, was created as a place of community that inspires and explores Long Island music and entertainment in all its forms. In 2022, LIMEHOF opened its first Hall of Fame building location in Stony Brook Village. To date, the organization has inducted more than 120 musicians and music industry executives, and offers education programs, scholarships, and awards to Long Island students and educators.