Stratton Park Message Board

Just wanted to remind everyone that "Stages" will be appearing at the Empire Casino at Yonkers Raceway on Saturday June 16th. They are truly worth the trip. I am planning going and it would a great chance to get a group together. Cathy Merendino, you never pass up a good night out, John Tell I think you mentioned going. Linda Hall ?? Lets get organized.

Jimmy Carolan

Dear Jimmy how are you and Pat the family also?I hope all are good.Jimmy I have spoken to Frankie on the computer he sounds great.He told me he was a grandpa and all.Well we have some catching up to do.I also told him you have told us of his great band and how good it is better than good.Well I will be there Jimmy with bells on as I also told Frankie.Don't forget your quarters you may play and be a winner would that be something.Well see you then.O my parents were asking for you and your family.Told me to send their regards as they liked you and your parents very much.Well will see you on the big day.I can't wait haven't seen Frankie in yrs.Do you remember when he would play in the basement and myself and the other Linda would sing?Those were the days we did play infront of a live audience a few times was I scared but did ok.Had fun thanks again Linda Hall.

Jimmy, Stages played at our wedding back in 1985 and I just loved them. Are most of the same guys still in the band?

Marion,

I believe so but I am not sure. Frankie Truglio was my neighbor on White Plains Road and I remember him taking accordion lessons early on. It payed off as he became a great musician. Stages played at my nieces wedding 2 years ago and will be playing at my daughters wedding next year.

Jimmy Carolan

Jimmy...are you sure of the date...

I hope it is the 16th because I was under the impression that it was the following week and would have not been able to be there, but the 16th looks like we may be able to make it...

JohnT

John,

I am pretty sure it is the 16th. I have been in Detroit all week, will check the date when I get back tomorrow and let you know.

Jimmy

Ok, so it's been confirmed...Stages will be appearing at Yonkers on the 16th. Who's on board to go? It definitely sounds like it could be fun. I've told a few friends about it.

Hi guys just got a confirmation from Frankie Truglio it is the 16th.See you there and don't forget your quarters.Linda P.S. It starts at nine sounds like fun.See you there!!!

Linda, Cathy,

I am trying to get a group of friends to go. Pat and I will definitely be there hopefully my brother Bobby and his wife and a few more.

Jimmy Carolan

Thanks to all for the confirmation on the 16th...me and Annie are looking forward to being there and seeing and hearing Frank's band...

I'm trying to remember the last time I heard Frank's band...I know it was in German Stadium at least 30 years ago...

WOW!!!....THIRTY YEARS AGO!!!!...MAN I'M GETTING OLD!!!...

JohnT

PS....with a little help from a "confidential informant" I know who our "Mystery Guest" is...

Has anyone ever been to this new casino at Yonkers Raceway?...is there a place we can all meet...

JohnT

Hello all and John good idea.I have been up to the casino it is a nice place not a Las Vegas or Atlantic City but a place for people to go that is near and can try their luck.Anyway as you guys park and exit your cars there will be a shuttle bus that will take you to the casino door.Once inside you will head towards the back and to your left you will be looking for the Gotham Palace.That is were they will be playing in the lounge..I am going with Matty K. and we will get there by eight for a seat.I can only make the suggestion that the people who are going find the Gotham Palace Lounge and get a seat.I am not sure we would be able to hold any.So get there about by eight or eight thirty.Just a suggestion if you can think of anything else that would be good.O by the way if anyone is not familiar as to how to get there the no.is 1-914-968-4200 they can give directions or find out on line.See you all there Linda P.S the Palace is located on the first floor if you get there early and want somthing to eat go to the second floor.

Jimmy it was a good idea to tell us about the band.I hope I did some good here.I do not want to be an organizer but I gave some suggestions as it seems I am the only person that has been there.Jimmy it will be great for me to see Frankie.I myself like John have not seen him in yrs.Wow over thirty what a nice guy he is.I am just soooo happy I found out about him.This computer is so great.Well I am off to the races ahahhahha.I can not wait to see Bobby and Karen you and Pat see ya off to the races.I wish!

Linda, I think my brother told me that they have nickel slot machines there, which would basically be about all my budget could handle. Have you ventured into the "casino"or whatever they call it?

Hello Marion yes I have ventured into the casino.It is a lot of fun.Funny you said that about the nickle machines they even have penny machines but you can lose a lot of money believe it or not even with pennies or win a lot.Some of the machines are a lot of fun.I like all the games though twenty one blackjack,spanish blackjack even dice etc,.Anyway am I detecting an interested person I would love it if you and Mike would come up.Come on give yourself a break and listen to the band that played at your wedding.O by the way Frankie said most of the guys are still in the band from 1985 so it will bring back some good memories for you.Get a baby sitter and come on please with sugar on top.hahahaha.LOL Linda your friend and buddy.Hay they take reguests so you can have them play your wedding song.O and that is great we reached the 100 goal.