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Glendale Heights Summerfest 2009 This Week

Glendale Heights Summerfest 2009 Wednesday, July 8th at Camera Park, Glendale Heights 101 E. Fullerton Avenue, Glendale Heights, IL 60139 7:30 pm on the Main Stage, The Buckinghams in concert from the Festing.com web site: Known to many as one of the Western Suburbs premier events, Glendale Heights' Summerfest will be held this year on Wednesday, July 11th through Sunday, July 15th. The North American Midway Entertainment carnival and rides are included, along with exciting entertainment, favorite food booths, and craft shows. Enjoy a breathtaking display of fireworks at dusk of the Summerfest festival opening and closing. Plan to spend a fun-filled week in town at Summerfest with delicious food and entertainment for the entire family.

Early Music from The Buckinghams featured in Time Out Chicago Magazine

Various Artists By Brent DiCrescenzo 2131 South Michigan Avenue: 60’s Garage & Psychedelia from U.S.A. and Destination Records (Sundazed) At 2120 South Michigan Avenue, a monument and museum honor the home of Chess Records. Across the street sprout fresh cement foundations for urban condos. But four decades back, another modest music studio and label sat on that block. Paul Glass started U.S.A. Records as an extension of his distribution biz and hired music promoter and part-time law student Jim Golden to sniff out hip teen acts to cash in on Beatlemania. With an ear for a radio hit, Golden successfully scoured suburban garages and farmland sock hops for the hottest garage rock on the Lake Michigan plain. Well, the ones that weren’t already big enough for Chicago’s larger rock imprint, Dunwich. 2131 South Michigan Avenue beautifully collects forgotten beat bands that probably ruled as pop gods in their corn towns... As with most any good collection of dusty grooves, the anecdotes a

Weekend Charity Auction Features Guitar Signed by Chicago Musicians

Cook County Update from today's Chicago Daily Herald http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=303951&src=1 Staff Report follows: Autographed guitar raffled off: The Mount Prospect Lions Club is raffling off a collector's rock guitar autographed by Bruce Springsteen, Little Steven, Ronnie Rice, and band members from the Buckinghams, The Ides of March, Shadows of Knight, the Cryan Shames, Jan and Dean and others. Tickets will be sold at the raffle booth at the Mount Prospect Lions Club Festival, which runs through Sunday, July 5, in Melas Park. Only 500 will be sold for $10 each. The drawing will be held at 9 p.m. Sunday. The winner need not be present. To view the guitar, go to wix.com/lionsclub/guitar . In the middle of the guitar, underneath the strings, click on the signature of Carl Giammarese and see what comes up.

The Buckinghams to Perform at Elmwood Park Freedom Fest, Friday July 3rd

The annual Freedom Festival at Elmwood Park goes from July 2-5, 2009, and the site is Elmwood Park High School, located at Fullerton and Thatcher. For more information, visit www.elmwoodpark.org and click on their Freedom Festival link to read more about carnival rides, food, free shuttles, and a special attraction, free admission to the traveling Vietnam Veteran Wall. On Friday, July 3rd, the evening's activities begin for the Chicago Legends Night starting at 5 pm. The Ides of March kick off the evening's music at 7 pm, followed by The Buckinghams at 9:30 pm , and the music will go on until 11 pm.

The Buckinghams set to perform in Watertown, NY on July 25th with Gary Puckett, Three Dog Night in Concert to Benefit DPAO

DPAO / TOYOTA 2009 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES CLASSIC ROCK SHOW featuring Three Dog Night Gary Puckett THE BUCKINGHAMS Saturday, July 25, 2009 ~ 7 PM Watertown Fairgrounds Arena Ticket Prices: $44 Reserved (Floor or Bleacher) $38 Reserved (Floor) $30 General Admission www.threedognight.com www.garypuckettmusic.com www.thebuckinghams.com ### Jessica Cain of WWNY TV7 in Watertown, NY included the Classic Rock show featuring Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett, and The Buckinghams in her feature on Jun 21, 2009 http://www.wwnytv.com/news/local/48733357.html about the opening of the DPAO summer concert series. The Disabled Persons Action Organization summer concert series kicked off at the Watertown Fairgrounds Sunday. The Fabulous Thunderbirds and the Double Barrel Blues Band played at the arena... The D.P.A.O. summer concert series continues July 25 with Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett, and The

American Fest at Sportsman's Park in Cicero, IL, This Weekend

On Sunday, June 28th, The Buckinghams will take the stage at 8:30 pm until 10 pm at the American Fest at Sportman's Park. The Beatles Tribute Band, "American English" will open the Festival on Friday night, on Saturday, Chicago rockers The Ides of March will perform, and Sunday's performance by The Buckinghams will highlight the conclusion of the annual festival. The event is sponsored by Cicero town President, Larry Dominick. Chicago Cheap Thrills Examiner Reporter Robin Zimmerman gives details in her story from June 23rd, online at http://www.examiner.com/x-11963-Chicago-Cheap-Thrills-Examiner~y2009m6d23-Yeah-yeah-American-English-at-two-west-suburban-festivals-this-weekend This year's event is the 5th annual Cicero's American Fest, located at 34th Street and Laramie Avenue. Admission is free, and Fireworks will be launched at the conclusion of the performance by The Buckinghams, in celebration of American pride. Band info: 8:30-10:00 The Buckinghams For th

Chicago Rockers Come to Town for Freedom Fest

In today's Pioneer Press, Franklin Park Herald Journal , Oak Park, IL, and the Elm Leaves Edition, check out Chuck Fieldman's story. A bit of it is excerpted here. For the full story, go to http://www.pioneerlocal.com/elmwoodpark/news/1636375,elmwood-park-chicago60s-062509-s1.article Chicago rockers come to town for Freedom Fest June 23, 2009 By CHUCK FIELDMAN cfieldman@pioneerlocal.com The live entertainment scheduled for July 3 at Elmwood Park's Freedom Fest certainly offers a trip down memory lane, especially for baby boomers who spent hours listening to radio hits of the 1960s. Two of the Chicago area bands of that era are on the July 3 bill at Elmwood Park High School, 8201 W. Fullerton Ave. The Ides of March, featuring Jim Peterik, are scheduled to perform at 7 p.m., followed by The Buckinghams, featuring Carl Giammarese, at 9:30 p.m. The Buckinghams, with original members Giammarese on lead vocals and Nick Fortuna on bass and vocals, had a run of national and local

George Murray, Bruce Brown, and the NB Chamber Event Committee with The Buckinghams, Dance to the Music; Bruce's Videos & Justin Williams' Photographs

Pictured here are Marge and Bruce Brown, cybervideographers and media marvels. Bruce Brown's blogs feature timely posts and exciting next-day video from last night's blockbuster concert at Odell Williamson Auditorium in Bolivia, NC. For the whole story on last night's spectacular, go to http://beingbruce.blogspot.com As the concert drew to a close, North Brunswick's event committee were invited to participate in the band's "Dance to the Music" number. First, with George Murray on tambourine, Carl Giammarese invited the event committee onstage and one committee member knew to add "more cowbell" to the song for a sure-fire success. Find it on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_FZl3-_WcY The publicity for this show was truly outstanding, thanks in large measure to Bruce Brown's blogging and the outstanding media creations of Justin Williams' North Brunswick Magazine, with both the current issue cover and the Special Buckinghams Coll

Bruce Brown's Blog features The VIP Party at Murray Art & Frame, Leland, NC

The great folks in Leland, NC and the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce know how to throw a VIP Party. Chamber president George Murray, and his wife Phyllis, were hosts for the Chamber's VIP party and concert weekend featuring The Buckinghams, in concert on June 20th. Chamber Senior VP and realtor, Bruce Brown, captured some of the fun last night in pictures. Guests enjoy the fun at the VIP Party, Murray Art & Framing On Friday, June 19th, George and Phyllis Murray of Murray Art and Frame hosted their 2nd annual VIP Party for sponsors and guests prior to the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce's Concert Weekend. Pictured are Nick, Carl, and George Murray. Go to Bruce's blog http://www.beingbruce.blogspot.com for the full photos and report.

Ben Brown's State Port Pilot Story in the PortFolio Section

There's no question that North Carolina hosts some of most talented artists and writers around. One example is a story in this week's State Port Pilot newspaper. The link is found at http://stateportpilot.com/portfolio.html . Here's a visual of the story, but please visit their web site to read the full article.

Banner for The Buckinghams' Upcoming Concert on June 20th Showcased

From BeingBruce.blogspot.com , Bruce Brown's post of Tuesday, June 16, 2009 What's This? The Buckinghams in concert this Saturday? Wow!! Guess something must be going on. Saw this banner above Murray Art & Frame in Leland today. That site is the scene of the VIP Party Friday night, the night before Saturday's concert by The Buckinghams The concert will be at Odell Williamson Auditorium at Brunswick Community College at 7PM. The VIP party is also going to be a blast! For more info or just to get tickets quick, call (910) 371-3833.

In Today's Wilmington Star News Paper, John Staton interviews Carl Giammarese

The Music Column: '60s pop icons The Buckinghams find a new career as nostalgia merchants By John Staton John.Staton@StarNewsOnline.com Published: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 8:26 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 8:26 a.m. It says something about the power of pop music that a band can have a viable career more than 40 years after its salad days have passed. But like many bands from the 1960s who rocketed to fame and just as quickly faded into semi-obscurity, The Buckinghams continue to tour and attract audiences with nostalgic, feel-good songs. ... Read John Staton's full story at http://www.starnewsonline.com/article/20090617/articles/906174000 / Want to go? Who: The Buckinghams When: 7 p.m. June 20 Where: Odell Williamson Auditorium, 50 College Road N.W. on the campus of Brunswick Community College, just off U.S. 17 between Bolivia and Supply Tickets: $25 (concert only). $45 includes VIP seating and a Friday, June 19, reception with original Buckinghams Ca

Carl Giammarese interviewed by Danny Lake May 27, 2009

Popular WLS-AM radio DJ, Danny Lake was filling in for Dick Biondi during Memorial Day week, May 27th and interviewed Carl Giammarese in advance of the great Chicago Hitmakers concert weekend. http://images.radcity.net/5150/3708511.mp3 Listen to Danny's Interview with Carl here. It was the anniversary of The Buckinghams' appearance on Dick Clark's American Bandstand. Danny invites you to join him on WLS every weekend: "I invite you to listen to my NEW radio show the Saturday Night Party every Saturday night from 7 PM until midnight. I'll see you around the neighborhood!" If you want to make a request, send it to Danny now at dannylake@947chicago.com . Or you can call him during the show at 312-922-TRUE (8783). Listen online at http://www.947trueoldies.com .

Jubilee2's Tribute to Carl Giammarese, Nick Fortuna, Tom Scheckel, Bob Abrams, and Bruce Soboroff

Sheryl, aka Jubilee2 on YouTube, assembled a nice video tribute to The Buckinghams with the background of the 1960s classic, "Hey Baby, They're Playing Our Song". In over a year, the video has had 25,000 views. The Buckinghams were named "The Most Listened to Band in America" in 1967 by Billboard Magazine . These pictures can be found on The Buckinghams' official web site, www.thebuckinghams.com and the original video on YouTube can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKv1nw_5A6Q

Legacy Recording Releases 1960s Songs by The Buckinghams, Available Now for Digital Download

From a blog post today, the "Live On Music" site, http://www.liveonmusic.com/news/legacy-recordings-launches-major-digital-reissue-initiative/ we're reminded that Sony/Legacy Recording has included music from The Buckinghams in their current digital reissue project. Three albums from The Buckinghams' time with Columbia Records are now available for digital download. Those who find mp3s on Amazon can go there from this site (click on the Amazon mp3 ad logo); they're also available on iTunes. If you want digital remakes of some of your favorite songs on vinyl by The Buckinghams, it's a great chance to download some or all of them. ...from the "Live On Music" site, the Legacy press release follows: Legacy Recordings Launches Major Digital Reissue Initiative Legacy Recordings, the world’s premier catalog music label, has opened its vaults to create the Legacy Digital Reissue initiative, making an incredible selection of classic albums and deep catalog r

Ever Heard "Kind of a Drag" on the Ukelele? Check this out.

It's not every day that an aspiring young musician receives a Roy Smeck ukelele instead of a dreamed-about drum kit and is told that it would be great to learn music on the uke. The uke fell into the 'disdained' category and remained there safely until some 40 years later, a new appreciation for both the ukelele and a musician, Kharmachanic, who has mastered same was discovered on YouTube. In the department of "you just can't make this stuff up," here's "Kind of a Drag," a number one hit for The Buckinghams, on the uke. Enjoy.

Bruce Brown Knocks the Cover Off the Ball--Another Home Run!

In the heart of eastern North Carolina, The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce has a secret weapon in multimedia real estate broker Bruce Brown, recently elected to a Chamber Sr. VP post. It's just good business to stay current with the times, and this YouTube video is a great example of the enthusiasm and potential of the 17th fastest-growing city in the US...click on the five-minute video and enjoy. To follow Bruce's posts regularly, check out http://beingbruce.blogspot.com and sign up.

North Brunswick Magazine Summer 2009 Issue Now Available

The Summer issue of North Brunswick Magazine, published by Carolina Marketing Company, is now being distributed on the eastern Carolina coast and includes a new feature story on The Buckinghams, written by Marybeth G. Cale. Story link is found at http://www.thenbm.com/buckinghams All Buckinghams' fans should visit this link to get a Special Collectors Cover of the NBM as a limited number of covers are available. Get Your Buckinghams Special Collectors Cover. Only 250 Available! Click Here: http://thenbm.com/buckscover With The Buckinghams Back on the Carolina Coast, Ever Youthful, Showing 60 is the New 40 Story by Marybeth G. Cale The power of good music. How is it that a single song or guitar riff can transport us back to an entirely different period of our lives? All it takes is a certain melody in the background and there we are, back at the high school prom or dancing on our wedding day or driving around in our first car. Great music is a real art form — bringing emotion

North Brunswick Chamber Concert Committee Members' Rendition of "Don't You Care" Makes Internet Debut

The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Concert Event Committee, meeting last night for their annual fundraiser event, shows enthusiasm, heart and spirit, as they perform their rendition of The Buckinghams' 1967 hit, "Don't You Care?" For the full story, visit Bruce Brown's blog, Being Bruce , at this link and get the scoop about the 17th-fastest growing community in America, Leland, NC. http://beingbruce.blogspot.com/ If you're in the Leland, NC area this weekend, check out Bruce's blog for chances to win tickets to The Buckinghams' June 20th show. Thanks to Bruce and the committee for being the heart of rock and roll. Look for the latest issue of North Brunswick Magazine around town this weekend and in the mail. Justin Williams promises readers great surprises. Updates to follow.

The Buckinghams Sing "Don't You Care" on the PBS Special "60s Pop Rock Reunion"

Here's a video for The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Event Committee to practice singing along with The Buckinghams on "Don't You Care" The Buckinghams - Don't You Care The original link for the video is on MySpace.com, found at http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=5391677&searchid=50ff3d6c-57ce-4bf3-81d6-c9cca966ab4f Sea Coast Realty broker Bruce Brown will visit the NBCC later today at Murray Art and Frame in Waterford, NC and film the event committee in action. Congratulations to new Chamber of Commerce officers: President George Murray, Sr. Vice President Bruce Brown, Secretary Dana Fisher, Treasurer Sheila Hanby, and directors Donna Cameron, Mike Leggett, Jay Merritt, Franklin Rouse, Frank Williams, and Executive Director Terry Grillo, who will serve the NBCC well in the coming year.

Dana Fisher Talks About VIP Sponsorships for June 20th NBCC Concert

VIP Sponsorships Going Fast for North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Event Bruce Brown, videographer, historian, and Sea Coast Realty Broker in Leland, North Carolina, visits with Dana Fisher, on the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Event Committee. A few VIP sponsorships are available but must be secured by Friday, June 4th for your business to be included in the Evening's Concert Program Booklet. For more VIP sponsorship information, contact Event Committee Chair, George Murray, at at 910-371-3833. VIP sponsors receive tickets to the VIP party at Murray Art & Frame on Friday, June 19th, as well as Saturday's 7 pm concert at Odell Williamson Auditorium. VIP tickets, independent of sponsorship, are going fast.

North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce Anticipates Sellout for June 20th Concert

North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce concert features The Buckinghams LELAND, NC — The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a concert the weekend of June 20 featuring The Buckinghams. The weekend’s events begin with a party for VIP ticket holders Friday night, June 19 at Murray Art & Frame. The concert will be held Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College. VIP tickets are $45 each and general admission is $25 per ticket. Because Chamber officials anticipate a sellout, those interested in attending should purchase tickets in advance. For more information on tickets and sponsorships, visit http:// www.nbchamberofcommerce.com or call the Chamber office at 910-383-0553. Post written by Administrator - Original post published May 4, 2009 at: http://capefearbusiness.com/?p=583

Info from The Leland Tribune for June 20th Concert with The Buckinghams

North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce concert features The Buckinghams (5/4/2009) LELAND, NC — The North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a concert the weekend of June 20 featuring The Buckinghams. The weekend’s events begin with a party for VIP ticket holders Friday night, June 19 at Murray Art & Frame. The concert will be held Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Odell Williamson Auditorium on the campus of Brunswick Community College. VIP tickets are $45 each and general admission is $25 per ticket. Because Chamber officials anticipate a sellout, those interested in attending should purchase tickets in advance. For more information on tickets and sponsorships, visit http://www.nbchamberofcommerce.com or call the Chamber office at 910-383-0553. Original story posted at: http:// www.lelandtribune.com/default.asp?dismode=article&artid=1903

Songs of the Sixties Hit Star Plaza Stage by Tom Lounges, Munster Times, Munster, IN

Songs of the Sixties hit Star Plaza stage By Tom Lounges Times Correspondent | Saturday, May 30, 2009 | "It'll be like getting a live greatest hits album on stage with a few surprises," said Carl Giammarese, co-founder of The Buckinghams, voted "the most popular band in America of 1967" by national teen publications of the era. And hits they had. The Buckinghams dominated the national pop charts and radio playlists from 1966 to 1968 with a steady stream of singles anchored by catchy melodies, tight harmonies and sporting titles like –– "Kind Of A Drag," "Hey Baby (They're Playing Our Song)," "Don't You Care," "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy," "Susan," and their indelible version of the old Lloyd Price classic, "Lawdy Miss Clawdy." "When we first started, I was a senior at at Lane Tech High School and the guys would come and pick me up at school so we could get to a gig," Giammarese said. "Ou

The Chicago Hitmakers TONITE at The Genesee Theatre

Tonight at 7:30 pm--The Buckinghams, The Ides of March, and Ronnie Rice The Chicago Hitmakers Friday May 29th 7 : 30 PM Buy Tickets Buy Tickets www.ticketmaster.com or chg by phone 800=982-2787 Showtimes are: Friday May 29th 7 : 30 PM On Sale now!!! Prices: $60, $45 Star Plaza and the Genesee Theatre proudly present THE CHICAGO HITMAKERS on Friday, May 29 at 7:30PM. It’s the show Chicago has been waiting for …three legendary groups…all Chicago natives, unite for a memorable evening of classic ‘60s rock. The Buckinghams. The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik. Ronnie Rice - formerly of New Colony Six. Tickets go on sale Saturday,April 18 at 12 noon, are priced at $60 and $45 and can be purchased at the Genesee Theatre box office, all Ticketmaster outlets, charge-by-phone at 800.982.2787 or online at www.ticketmaster.com. All seats reserved.

Preview of The Buckinghams in Concert

The Buckinghams are set to perform all their 1960s hits for the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce's fund-raiser, set for June 20th. Revisit some great songs here: The Buckinghams - Don't You Care For more on The Buckinghams, check out www.thebuckinghams.com

The Buckinghams Featured on WGN-TV, May 28th

This morning, in advance of The Chicago Hitmakers' weekend of concerts, The Buckinghams performed "Don't You Care" unplugged on WGN-TV's Morning Show. Here's the link to their performance this morning: http://www.wgntv.com/video/?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=3807493 Limited concert tickets for the Genesee and Star Plaza concerts of The Chicago Hitmakers available at www.ticketmaster.com or call the box office of the Genesee and the Star Plaza.

The Buckinghams on WGN-TV Thursday, May 28th

Tune in to Chicago's Very Own WGN-TV on your cable channel Thursday, May 28th, between 8 - 9 am CST to hear The Buckinghams performing unplugged, in advance of two great weekend shows, Friday, May 29th at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, IL and Saturday, May 30th at the Star Plaza Theatre in Merrillville, IN Watch the morning show guys kid about 'what's on tomorrow' View the WGN web promo exclusive at: http://www.wgntv.com/news/morningnews/wgntv-webexclusive-may26,0,1865330. If you miss the show, check out WGN's web site http://www.wgntv.com and follow the links. The Chicago Hitmakers, Starring The Buckinghams, The Ides of March, featuring Jim Peterik, and Ronnie Rice, formerly of the New Colony Six

Christine Nyholm Interviews Carl Giammarese

Story published today in Lake County Examiner Story by Christine Nyholm Lake County Examiner Interview with Carl Giammarese of the Buckinghams Posted May 26, 8:01 PM The band The Buckinghans brings back memories of summer days and young love, especially for the Baby Boom generation. The Chicago areas band soared to the top of the pop/rock charts in the ‘60’s with songs like “Kind of a Drag,” Susan”,, and “Hey Baby, They’re Playing Our Song.” Recently I had the chance to interview lead singer Carl Giammarese about the band and about their upcoming concert at Genesee Theatre in Waukegan. The Buckinghams will be performing at Genesee Theatre on Friday, May 29 for The Chicago Hitmakers in concert, with The Buckinghams, The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik and Ronnie Rice (formerly of the New Colony Six).Tickets for the concert are available at the Genesee Theatre. The Buckinghams burst onto the American music scene in 1966, during the height of the British invasion, In 1967 they na

Concert Week is Here--The Chicago Hitmakers at the Genesee and Star Plaza May 29th, 30th

Catch The Buckinghams on radio and TV all this week and preview what will be two unforgettable concerts. The Chicago Hitmakers starts at the Genesee Theatre in Waukegan on Friday, May 29th, and continues the next night at the Star Plaza Theatre in Merrilville, Indiana on Saturday, May 30th. Both shows begin at 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets. On the Radio On Sunday, May 24th at 7 pm (CST), Carl Giammarese will be the guest of longtime friend and music journalist, Tom Lounges, on X-Rock Radio in Indiana from 6-9 p.m. Enter a contest to win tickets for the concert and a grand prize to meet The Buckinghams. For more info, check out www.nightrockonline.com. On Your Television On Thursday, May 28th, tune in to the WGN Morning News at 8am (CST), and hear music from The Buckinghams, as a preview of what you'll hear at The Genesee and The Star Plaza in concert. The Chicago Hitmakers Visit WGN's Steve and Johnnie Anyone who tuned in to Steve and Johnnie'
Join Us for Two Special Evenings with The Chicago Hitmakers, May 29th & May 30th Hear New Music and Timeless Classics from The Buckinghams with The Ides of March, featuring Jim Peterik and Ronnie Rice, former lead singer of New Colony Six Friday, May 29, 7:30 pm Genesee Theatre, Waukegan, IL For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com, or charge-by-phone at 800.982.2787 Saturday, May 30, 7:30 pm Star Plaza Theatre, Merrillville, IN For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com, or purchase tickets by phone at 800.745.3000

May 2009 Concert Dates

Saturday, May 2, 7:30 pm Infinity Concert Hall and Bistro Route 44, Norfolk, Connecticut For tickets, visit www.infinityhall. com Sunday, May 3, 6:00 pm North Shore Wine Festival, on the beautiful grounds of the Cuneo Museum, Vernon Hills, IL For tickets, call 847-336-7900, or pick up tickets at locations listed at www.wkrs.com. Click on North Shore Wine Festival for more info. Join Us for Two Special Evenings with The Chicago Hitmakers Hear New Music and Timeless Classics from The Buckinghams with The Ides of March, featuring Jim Peterik and Ronnie Rice, former lead singer of New Colony Six Friday, May 29, 7:30 pm Genesee Theatre, Waukegan, IL For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com, or charge-by-phone at 800.982.2787 Saturday, May 30, 7:30 pm Star Plaza Theatre, Merrillville, IN For tickets, go to www.ticketmaster.com, or purchase tickets by phone at 800.745.3000