Community Karaoke

Green shamrocks greeted the karaoke crowd who came to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 16. While munching on traditional corned beef sandwiches, 35 singers had fun performing such Irish tunes as “Irish Eyes Are Smiling.” The most popular song of the night was “Danny Boy,” sung by four karaoke members. But Vito Villamor got folks dancing when he sang “Elvira,” and Erika Greenwood had everyone’s toes tapping along to the beat of “Knock 3 Times.” Susan Kelleghan and Walter Bier harmonized on “Hello Again Hello,” while Ric Dizon and Nina DeRosa did a dynamic “Endless Love.” And Kyung Choi and Bob Barnum had fun with “I Got You Babe.” Duane Owens sang an animated “I’m in Love Again,” Sally Glausser sang a cheery “I Enjoy Being a Girl,” and Elvis Presley fan Pete Tupas crooned “After the Loving.” The club thanks Kelleghan, Tony Tupas, DeRosa and Ellen Brannigan for serving the individually wrapped sandwiches from Nick’s Deli and mini ice cream cones. Anyone who wants to rehearse a favorite tune, try out different renditions of the song, change the key to fit their voice or gain confidence is welcome to practice sessions on Mondays from 1-3 p.m. in Clubhouse 6. And everyone is welcome to sing or enjoy the music on Wednesdays in Clubhouse 1 starting at 5:30 p.m.

—Margie Thompson