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Join us as Ocean House owner and award-winning author Deborah Goodrich Royce moderates a conversation with our featured author, New York Times bestselling author Lisa Unger. About the Author: Lisa Unger is a New York Times and internationally bestselling author. Her books are published in 32 languages, with millions of copies sold worldwide. In 2019, she received two Edgar Award nominations, an honor held by only a few writers including Agatha Christie. Her work has been named on “Best Book” lists from TODAY, People, Good Morning America, Entertainment Weekly, Amazon, IndieBound and many others. She has written for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, and Travel + Leisure. She lives in Florida with her family. About Close Your Eyes and Count to 10: When the real game begins, who will make it to the count of 10? Charismatic daredevil and extreme adventurer Maverick Dillan invites you to the ultimate game of hide-and-seek. But as the players gather on Falcao Island, the event quickly spirals into a chilling test of survival. A storm rages as a deadly threat stalks the contestants, turning the challenge into something far more sinister than the social media stunt it was intended to be. Enter Adele, a single mother with a fierce determination to protect her children at all costs. When she begins the game, she unwittingly enters a twisted web of deception and intrigue. Can she maneuver through the treacherous storm and the relentless competition and get home to her family? In a ruthless battle for survival where the stakes are higher than ever, the blurry line between the virtual and the real proves that the only person we can trust is ourselves. For more information about Lisa Unger, visit lisaunger.com. For details on Deborah Goodrich Royce and the Ocean House Author Series, visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com

This week Jane explores how the scars from our past can make us strong.

This week Joe features Clarinetist Eddie Daniels and Vibraphonist Gary Burton, from their 1992 GRP Records recording, titled “Benny Rides Again.”

Music On The Hill is the subject of this week's program with Emily Atkinson, Executive Director of the festival. We talk about their upcoming concerts and listen to some of the music from the programs being presented May 28th to June 10th. For more information you can call 401-738-5632 or go to www.musiconthehillri.org

This month, WCRI's Kids Hour hosts Jamie and Spencer listen to music by the Rasa String Quartet. They will be part of Newport Classical's Community Concerts on Sunday, May 18th. Enjoy a joyful outdoor concert with Rasa String Quartet and multidisciplinary percussionist Brian Shankar Adler as they present Redefining Home, celebrating each artist’s musical roots. For information, visit newportclassical.org

On this week's 95.9 Company Break, we speak with the Director of Marketing and Sales for StoneRidge Active Retirement Living in Mystic, CT, Jamie Cornell. She updates us on some new and exciting things happening at StoneRidge in the near future! Located just two miles from the riverfront, StoneRidge is a senior living community of doers and thinkers, artists and educators, lifelong learners, and dedicated volunteers. We support each other, learn from one another, and enjoy each other’s company. New retirement community residents tell us they’re surprised at how quickly everyone knows their name. Visit us, and it won’t be long before you feel connected to the people here. People who, like you, want to continue an active lifestyle in a corner of Connecticut close to their hearts. For more information, call 860-333-8995 or visit www.stoneridgelcs.com

This week Jane explores how humans assisting is actually co-existing.

This week Joe features Guitarist and Composer Steve DeConti from his 1993 Self Published recording, titled “Gigantic Art Sale.”

WaterFire is the subject of this week's program with Barnaby Eveans, Artist and Founder. We talk about the upcoming season and listen to some of the important music that has been presented in the past. This year’s season starts on May 15th and runs through December 31st. For more information you can go to www.waterfire.org

This week Jane talks about when nature interrupts our day

This week on Jazz After Dinner Joe features Saxophonist Coleman Hawkins, from his 1954 Fresh Sound Records recording, titled “Coleman Hawkins and his All-Stars.”

Theatre By The Sea's announcement of the 2025 season is the subject of this week's program with Bill Hanney, owner of the theatre and Karen Kessler, General manager. We talk about next summer's musicals and listen to some of the very popular songs from: Always...Patsy Cline, Waitress, Hairspray, and Heartbreak Hotel. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

This week Jane turns to nature to show us that attitude is everything when it comes to overcoming obstacles.

This week on Jazz After Dinner Joe is featuring Pianist Lennie Tristano from his 1956/1962 Atlantic Records recordings, titled “Lennie Tristano/The New Lennie Tristano.”

The Mystic River Chorale is the subject of this week's program with Frank Zilinyi, Artistic Director and Sandra Streeter, Board Member. We talk about what the Chorale has done in the last season and their concert coming up on Sunday May 18th at 4 PM at Mystic Congregational Church in Mystic. For more information you can go to www.mysticriverchorale.org

This week, Jane explores the realities of nature and the renewal of spring.

This week on Jazz After Dinner Joe features Saxophonist, Joakim Milder along with Roger Kellaway, piano and Red Mitchell, bass and vocal, from their 1991 Dragon Records recording, titled “Live In Stockholm.”

This week Westminster Youth String Ensemble is the subject of the program with Kathleen Curran Monroe, Director. We talk about the upcoming season and the Spring Concert on Sunday April 27th at 3 PM at the Westerly Armory in Westerly and listen to some selections of past concerts. For more information you can call 401.596.5225 or go to www.westminsterstrings.org

This month, WCRI's Kids Hour hosts Jamie and Skylar, listen to music by Bulgarian American violinist Bella Hristova! She will be part of Newport Classical's ongoing Chamber Series on Friday, April 25th, at the Newport Classical Recital Hall. She will be in collaboration with returning pianist, Anna Polonsky. For tickets and information, visit newportclassical.org

This month on The 95.9 Company Break, Mike catches up again with the owner of Mystic River Paintworks, Alix Stanley. From your initial contact with Mystic River Paintworks to completing your project, you are entitled to timely and accurate information concerning all aspects of the job. Your projects are staffed by friendly, uniformed, skilled craftsmen who will complete the job safely and efficiently. You must be fully satisfied by the work completed and the value received. For more information, please call 860-867-6435 or visit mysticriverpaintworks.com