March 2026
That’s A Wrap
This month we spring forward towards warmer days and more live music. My calendar of events is expanding with “Tommy Gannon Trio” shows, my latest collaboration in the southern Monmouth County and northern Ocean County area. Stayed tuned to this March page for the latest scoop, there’s plenty of content coming. If you haven’t checked out my previous page, February 2026, give that a glance. Otherwise, when the month is over, you can move on the next month and view my April 2026 page. For last minute and up-to-date events, be sure to check my calendar, Facebook, or Twitter. My “Welcome” page is a great place to start too.
This month we sprang forward towards warmer days and more live music. My calendar of events expanded to include “Tommy Gannon Trio” shows, my latest collaboration in the southern Monmouth County and northern Ocean County area. Thanks for staying in touch and checking out my March page. If you haven’t checked out the previous page, February 2026, give that a glance. Otherwise, move on the next month and view my April 2026 page. For last minute and up-to-date events, be sure to check my calendar, Facebook, or Twitter. My “Welcome” page is a great place to start too.
Past Events & Updates
March 2025 Highlights (3/1 Thru 3/31)
Here’s a miscellaneous set of external links containing articles, photos and videos highlighting this month. Feel free to browse.
External Links
Thursday, March 5th
Tommy Gannon Trio @ The Cabin (6pm To 9pm)
The Tommy Gannon Trio is at The Cabin and it should be a good one. This is yet another new venue and we hope you can join us for this debut. So come on out and celebrate our first show in this well-known locale in Freehold.
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: The Cabin – Freehold, NJ
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Saturday, March 7th
Tommy Gannon Trio @ The Lighthouse Tavern (8pm To Midnight)
We’re excited to get a last minute call from Jim at The Lighthouse Tavern. The Tommy Gannon Trio will be filling in for a fun evening of great food, quenching drinks by the coolest mixologists, and a backdrop of our tunes. It’s another location debut, so join us for this special show.
Announcements
- Facebook Post #1 By Me
- Facebook Post By Tommy Gannon
- Instagram Post By Tommy Gannon
- Facebook Post By Lightouse Tavern
Additional Links
- Venue Information: The Lighthouse Tavern – Waretown, NJ
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Wednesday, March 11th
Tommy Gannon Trio @ Jack’s By The Tracks (6pm To 9pm)
It’s another quick last minute show for the Tommy Gannon Trio. Tonight we’re at Jack’s By The Tracks in Belmar. Join us!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: Jack’s By The Tracks – Belmar, NJ
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Thursday, March 12th
Josh Werner & Duo @ Old Causeway (6pm To 9pm)
Join Josh and I for relaxing evening of tunes at the gateway to LBI known as the Old Causeway. It’s a spirited venue with a full menu of good eats and a well-stocked bar where every seat has a good spot to catch the live music. See you there!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster House – Manahawkin, NJ
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Tuesday, March 17th – St. Patrick’s Day
Irish Kids At Play @ Crabs Claw Inn (2pm To 9pm)
Slainte! Join Rick, Joe, and me at the Crabs Claw for our annual St. Patrick’s celebration in Lavalette with all the Irish tunes to tickle your Shillelagh. We’ll have some traditional music you know along with Van Morrison, U2, Dropkick Murphies, and Pogues greats. We’ll also be handing our breaks over to our Piper guest, Gary who will playing those traditional tunes you know and love on the bagpipes.
There’s no cover charge to enjoy Irish brews on tap, Jameson and Tullamore Dew whiskeys, and corned beef specials, already Crabs Claw featured favorites, with our live entertainment. Hope to see you there …
– “Jersey John” Hanney
Announcements
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- Venue Information: The Crab’s Claw Inn – Lavallette, NJ
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Sunday, March 22nd – Last Minute Show
Josh Werner & Acousticrats @ Kegs & Eggs Sun Harbor (11am To 3pm)
Just in! I’ll taking an early morning trip to join Josh, Jeff, and Will for wonderful brunch-time jam at Sun Harbor’s “Kegs & Eggs”. The event starts at 10am and we hit the stage at 11am. Full-on acoustic country, bluegrass, and some Americana & soft rock will be on our play list. See you there!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: Sun Harbor Seafood and Grill – Barnegat, NJ
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Friday, March 27th – Cape May Singer-Songwriter Conference
Coyote Jack Band @ Rusty Nail (11pm to Midnight)
I’ll be joining the Coyote Jack Band for an hour of original tunes. We’ll be the final act hitting the stage for Friday evening. Hope to see you there!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Cap May Singer-Songwriter Conference Website
- Venue Information: Rusty Nail – Cape May, NJ
Tuesday, March 31st
Redbird With Jersey John @ Caffery’s (7:30pm To 10:30pm)
While Josh finishes his tour down in Rincon, Puerto Rico, Redbird and I get to entertain Caffery’s for this Tuesday evening. Although we’ve jammed in the past, this will be our first official duo together. We’ll be rockin’ out on our own selection of tunes. It should be pretty exciting. It’s a mid-week distraction you know your soul needs feel. See you there!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: Caffery’s Tavern – Forked River, NJ
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Stop Bys & Drop Ins
A section dedicated to spontaneous sit-ins, stop bys, drop ins, guest appearances, and last minute events.
Sunday, March 29th
Guest Appearance: Open Mic @ Sun Harbor (2pm To 6pm)
Just in! I’ll taking an early morning trip to join Josh, Jeff, and Will for wonderful brunch-time jam at Sun Harbor’s “Kegs & Eggs”. The event starts at 10am and we hit the stage at 11am. Full-on acoustic country, bluegrass, and some Americana & soft rock will be on our play list. See you there!
Announcements
Additional Links
- Venue Information: Sun Harbor Seafood and Grill – Barnegat, NJ
Follow-up Photos & Videos
Note: The Facebook photos and videos that are tagged with an asterisk (“*”) are restricted to “Friends-Of-Friends” or “Facebook Groups”, so you may or may not be able to view them.
- Facebook: Sun Harbor Open Mic Signup Sheet *
- Facebook: My Solo Session *
- Facebook: My Session With Mike Barton *
- Facebook: My Session With Mark Bonifacio *
Special Announcements
Danny Coleman’s “Rock On Radio” With Me, “Jersey John” Hanney
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“Shelter in Solitude” Now Streaming On Prime Video
Announced Sunday, December 10th, 2023
Read my full article and watch the movie I had the pleasure to play harmonica throughout.
