“Party with The Stars” Saturday, October 3, 2009

Branson Community Celebrates 50 Years of Live Music Shows

Branson, MO – (Friday, September 18, 2009) – Saturday, October 3, 2009 will be there night to “Party with The Stars”.  The party begins at 9:00pm at the Chateau on the Lake Resort.  The League of Branson Theatre Owners & Show Producers (The Branson Show League) and Branson.com invite the public and everyone who lives and/or works in Taney or Stone County to join us as we “Celebrate 50 Years of Live Music Shows”… and the people who made it all possible!  Jeanie Horton, Legends In Concert General Manager and President of the Branson Show League said, “This is a party for all of us…from the show that started it all to the housekeeping staff that makes sure our visitors have a comfortable stay.  It’s more than just celebrating 50 years of shows; it’s about celebrating the people who really make Branson what it is.”  For complete details go to www.PartyWithTheStars.com.

Cindy Merry, Marketing Team Chair for the Branson Show League said, “We’re inviting everyone who has worked to keep the hospitality and rich traditions of Ozark Mountain Country thriving and who’ve made Branson, Missouri the ‘Live Music Show Capital of the World’ to join us for a a night of fun.  This is your night to shine.”

Party events include live band,  hors d’oeuvres, red carpet event hosted by Branson’s own Joan Rivers (aka Terry Sanders), silent auction, wall of fame, special presentations, appearances from Branson favorites, cash beverage bar, and games including Branson-style Karaoke, Dance Contest,  Guitar Hero competitions, and more.  “We’re all planning on kicking back and enjoying a party where can have fun with each other.  We’ve got a live band and a dance floor, so plan on kicking up your heels,”  says Michael Horn, Circle B Show and Branson Show League board member.

Jim Barber, Hamner Barber Theatre and Branson Show League board member adds, “We really want to say how great it is that Branson.com stepped up as a sponsor of this event.  They really understand how important our community is to the success of the tourism industry and what a milestone it has been for Branson to have presented live music shows for over 50 years!”

Dawn Easton, God and Country Theatre, adds, “Everyone attending the party will get a chance to do the red carpet walk, so come prepare to have your picture taken, be on video, and the hobnob with your fellow stars.”

In order to cover the costs for the party there will be an admission price.  For those living and/or working in Taney or Stone County a party ticket is $15 at the door.  HOWEVER, you can purchase your tickets now from Branson.com for only $9.95 per person.  (General admission is $29.99).  With your ticket you’ll receive a special Party with The Stars Souvenir Book along with a great evening of Ozarks fun!  Purchase your tickets by going to www.PartyWithTheStars.com.

BRANSON, MO – September 22, 2009 – Branson Landing is tremendously excited to announce their Concert Series Grand Finale Event for the 2009 Season – kicking off at 8:00 PM on Friday, September 25th. The local community and visitors are invited to join us in Branson Landing’s Town Square for an evening full of Stars, Great Music and Fireworks!

The evening’s events will include an entertainment lineup showcasing some of the amazing STARS located right here in Branson, MO, featuring Clay Cooper & Clay Cooper’s Country Music Express with Special Guest Star performances by Collin Raye, Barbara Fairchild, Roy Rogers, Jr., The World Famous Platters and the Liverpool Legends.

“Throughout the event, the night skies will “Light Up” with entertainment provided by some of Branson’s Star Power plus an extraordinary Fireworks Spectacular, produced and presented by the American Pyrotechnics Association,” stated Tammy Scholten, Director of Marketing. “We’re thrilled that the APA convention has selected Branson Landing as one of the locations to showcase their fireworks displays and look forward to welcoming all of their members while in Branson during their 61st annual convention. And, we’re extremely
proud to showcase some of the amazing talent and STARS we have right here in Branson, on our stage that evening – right in front of the Branson Landing Fountains,” said Scholten.

According to APA Executive Director Julie L. Heckman, “We are delighted to bring our annual convention to Branson, where we have felt so welcome with that beloved Midwest Missouri spirit. Missouri is a fireworks-friendly state, joining only a handful of other states nationwide that allow the full array of consumer fireworks, stringently regulated by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, for sale and use by the
general public. We look forward to our time in Branson and we hope to delight the community with amazing, memorable fireworks that leave a lasting impression for all! Please join us and see what the premier trade association of the fireworks industry, APA, has to offer,” said Heckman.

This unforgettable fireworks display will include a “close proximity” rooftop display and more, all choreographed to a lively “gaming” theme with a grand finale on the waterfront – fired from a barge on Lake Taneycomo, featuring a tribute to “Beatles Love” – followed by an unforgettable LIVE performance from the Liverpool Legends.

“All of the entertainment and fireworks displays will be near the Landing’s signature Fountains and this one-of-a-kind choreographed show is sure to WOW both young and young-at-heart, as it builds to an awe-inspiring Gateway Fireworks Signature Grand Finale on the waterfront – not soon to be forgotten,” concluded Scholten. Mark your calendars and be sure to be at Branson Landing for this Grand Finale Evening full of Stars, Music and Fireworks – Friday, September 25th.

For additional information on the September 25th Concert and Guest Stars performing, please visit the Branson Landing website at www.bransonlanding.com.

Branson Entertainment “Diamond” & Medical Clinic Team Up for One Day to Raise Funds & Awareness for A New Free Medical Clinic of the Ozarks located in Branson.

Branson’s Neil Diamond Tribute Artist, Keith Allynn, will be hosting a Local Area Appreciation for his show, appropriately named, “A Neil Diamond Tribute”, Sunday, September 27th, 2009 at 5:00 pm. The Show is Free to Stone, Taney, Christian & Green County Residents with a donation for the New Free Medical Clinic of the Ozarks.

The Clinic is a free, nondenominational faith-based medical facility for people who have no medical insurance. The clinic opened on November 11, 2008 and is currently opened Monday, Tuesday and Thursday nights between 6 and 9 pm to see patients by appointment. Monday night clinics are specialty clinics for orthopedics, gynecology, pediatric and respiratory patients. Since November, over 600 patients have been helped.

Each person sees a physician or nurse practitioner and receives their medical care and necessary medicines at no cost. Each person also has a visit with a trained lay chaplain who presents the gospel to everyone and prays with each patient for their specific needs.

Everyone serving at the clinic volunteers their time and talents. There are no paid employees. The volunteers include 21 doctors, 40 nurses, 16 lay chaplains and over 30 lay volunteers. Expenses of the clinic include monthly rental of the office, utilities and cost of generic drugs purchased from Lakeland and Wal-Mart Pharmacies. All of the clinic equipment and supplies have been donated.

Skaggs Hospital has been an integral part of our services by providing a paperless system and IT person to maintain all medical records through the clinic. As well as free lab and x-rays, which alone is an invaluable resource and cost savings to the patient and the clinic.

A Prescription Program for long term prescription needs is also in place for patients with Diabetes, Heart Disease, etc. Many drug companies have a free prescription plan available, but the hoops can be confusing and time consuming for patients. At the clinic a nurse assists patients in jumping through those hoops making the assistance quicker to receive.

Keith Allynn, known to fans as “The Diamond Image”, due to his close look & sound to Neil, is excited about raising both funds and public awareness for the Free Clinic. His show opened in late June at the Hall of Fame Theater in the Branson Mall, located next to Wal-Mart on Hwy 76.

His “Diamond Style” show is a 70 minute concert which tells the story of Neil’s life, (and some of Keith’s Life), through Neil’s songs. Favorites include, Cherry, Cherry, America, Play Me, Craklin’ Rosie and You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, (a duet which featuring Allynn’s wife, Diana Lynn) to name a few.

A Neil Diamond Tribute normally plays Tuesday – Saturday at 1:00 pm. This encore performance on Sunday, September 27th at 5:00 pm is for the area appreciation and filming of Allynn’s first DVD release. Many area entertainers and surprise guests will be in attendance. Allynn will end his first season on December 11th.

Doors open at 4:00 pm with general admission seating. Staff of the Clinic will be on hand to accept donations and provide information on becoming a volunteer or a patient.