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Fall is in full swing along with live music. There will be some new venues and new line-ups featured this month with some special gigs and shows you expect annually. Feel free to browse the whole site and review this month’s events. There’s plenty of content coming. If you haven’t checked out my previous page, October 2025, give that a glance. Otherwise, when the month is over, you can move on the next month and view my December2025 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.

Wednesday, November 26th

Josh’s Thanksgiving Eve Jam @ Blackdog 7 Stools (7pm To 10pm)

Josh, Jeff, Jersey John, Liam and Jamil will be rockin’ this Turkey Eve at the Blackdog Bar. It’s the Annual Thanksgiving Eve event that you just can’t miss. Join us for a full house of musical guests, local fans, and a fun evening of great tunes and jams!

Facebook Announcements

• Post By Josh Werner (Mon-11/24/2025 @ 7:22:00AM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Blackdog 7 Stools – Little Egg Harbor, NJ

Thursday, November 27th (Thanksgiving Morning)

Josh, Jeff, & Jeff “Kegs & Eggs Trio” @ Caffery’s (10am to 1pm)

It’s Josh, Jeff and myself doing our annual acoustic morning jam. Enjoy a breakfast, brunch, or lunch while chillin’ to some country, bluegrass, and classic rock tunes. It’s the perfect event to start your Thanksgiving day. Definitely a spot for the whole family to assemble and enjoy a bit of down-time before evening festivities.

Facebook Announcements

• TBA

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Caffery’s Tavern – Forked River, NJ

November 2025 Highlights (11/1 Thru 11/31)

Here’s a miscellaneous set of external links containing articles, photos and videos highlighting this month. Feel free to browse.

External Links

• Jersey John’s Google Photos For November 2025

Saturday, November 8th

Band Together For Veterans Benefit @ D’Jais (4pm To 5pm)

This just in — I’ll be joining forces and filling-in to help out a musician faced with a last–minute emergency. Catch me at the 4pm time slot with Sonny Kenn. This should be very exciting because it’s being held in a room filled with some very cool talent. Click on the flyer posted here for additional information and visit the links below for more information as well.

Announcements

• Post On Facebook – Last Minute Change (Thu-11/6/2025 @ 10:01:50AM)
• Facebook Event (New) (For Sat-11/8/2025)
• Facebook Event (For Sat-11/8/2025)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: D’Jais – Lake Como, NJ
• Band Together For Veterans Facebook Page
• Veteran’s Music Festival Facebook Page

Additional Comment From John Fernandez

LAST MINUTE CHANGE TO SATURDAY’S LINEUP AT THE VET BENEFIT! 4 – 4:45 Sonny Kenn and Friends at the Veteran’s Music Festival on Saturday, November 8th, 2024, from 12 PM to 8 PM at D’Jais Bar in Belmar, New Jersey! John Fernandez, US Navy on Guitar and Vocals, Ed Trygar US Air Force on Drums, John Hanney, US Navy on Harmonica. Sonny Kenn is a legendary Jersey Shore Icon with a career spanning over 40 years. Sonny is known by fans and musicians alike as a singer, song writer, guitar player and one of the original inspirations for the “Jersey Sound.” Sonny may be known for his music, but is also leaving his mark on the art world, through his unique and captivating creations.

Festival Lineup:

• 1:00PM – Jo Wymer – Jo Wymer, US Navy
• 2:00PM – Gary Wright Roots & Blues – Jo Wymer, US Navy
• 3:00PM – Peter V & Blues Train – Russ Lambert. US Marines
• 4:00PM – Sonny Kenn and Friends– John Fernandez, US Navy, Ed Trygar, US Air Force, John Hanney, US Navy
• 5:00PM – Jump Back – John Dammacco, US Air Force
• 6:00PM – The Incinerators – John Fernandez, US Navy
• 7:00PM – Bennett/Daniels Project – Scott Twomey, US Coast Guard

Join us for a day of great music, camaraderie, and heartfelt appreciation for those who have served.

Wednesday, November 5th

Tommy Gannon Trio @ Idle Hour (7pm To 10pm)

The Tommy Gannon Trio will rockin’ The Idle Hour in Point Pleasant. Join us!

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Tommy Gannon (Tue-11/4/2025 @ 8:05:13AM)
• Instagram Post By Tommy Gannon (Tue-11/4/2025)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: The Idle Hour – Point Pleasant, NJ

Thursday, November 6th

Tommy Gannon Trio @ McCann’s (7pm To 10pm)

The Tommy Gannon Trio will rockin’ McCann’s in Lake Como. Come hear our unique list of tunes while enjoying the warm cozy atmosphere and a great local friends. Tanya will be serving up your favorite cocktails for this evening. Join us!

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Me (Thu-11/6/2025 @ 5:31:51PM)
• Facebook Post By Tommy Gannon (Wed-11/5/2025 @ 11:53:02PM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: McCann’s Tavern – Lake Como, NJ

Monday, November 10th

Cheese For Charity Event W/ Josh, Jeff, & John @
Forked River Wines and Spirits AKA “Thirsty Piney” (6pm To 8pm)

Josh and I will be jammin’ at our local pub, Forked River Wines and Spirits, or you may know it as “The Thirsty Piney”. Join us for a few hours of awesome tunes and brew. Oh yeah, and you heard it from me … some bang for your buck dinner choices and apps too.

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Thirsty Piney (Fri-11/7/2025 @ 11:58:06AM)
• Facebook Post By Josh Werner (Sun-11/9/2025 @ 4:00:58PM)
• Facebook Post By Jeff Propert (Mon-11/10/2025 @ 7:57:48AM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Forked River Wines and Spirits – Forked River, NJ

Friday, November 14th

Tommy Gannon Trio @ Sunsets (Indoors) (7pm To 10pm)

I’ll be rockin’ the Tommy Gannon Trio at Sunsets. We’ll be hitting the indoor stage, so come on out and grab an app with a cocktail or two while we provide the musical backdrop!

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Tommy Gannon (Wed-11/12/2025 @ 11:22:11PM)
• Facebook Post By J.J. Carole (Fri-11/14/2025 @ 2:05:47PM)
• Facebook Post By Tommy Gannon (Sun-11/9/2025 @ 12:14:59PM)
• Instagram Post By Tommy Gannon (Sun-11/9/2025)
• Facebook Post By Sunsets (Mon-11/10/2025 @ 12:00:31PM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Sunsets Riverfront Bar & Restaurant – Neptune, NJ

Saturday, November 15th

Josh Werner & “Jersey John” Duo @ No. 79 (6:30pm To 9:30pm)

Last Minute: I’ll be filling in for Jeff Propert who is still finding his “sea legs” (get better soon my friend). I’ll be joining Josh Werner at No. 79 Restaurant, a new locale for me. All the information I can slam together in the last few hours is below. Hope you can drop by!

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Josh Werner (Sat-11/15/2025 @ 1:44:48PM)
• Facebook Post By Josh Werner (Sat-11/15/2025 @ 7:17:00AM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: No.79 Restaurant Bar & Liquor Store – Hammonton, NJ

Tuesday, November 18th

Redbird, Josh, & John @ Caffery’s (6pm To 9pm)

I’ll be joining Josh and Redbird for a super cool evening of acoustic tunes. Come hear the powerhouse voice of Danielle “Redbird” with the amazing fingers of Josh tickling the fret-board as I provide highlights to the sound with my harmonicas. We’ll be doing country and classic rock cover tunes with a style that will tickle your earholes. It’s a mid-week distraction you know your soul needs feel. See you there!

Announcements

• Facebook Post By Josh Werner (Sun-11/16/2025 @ 2:13:00PM)
• Instagram Post By Redbird Flying Solo (Tue-11/18/2025)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Caffery’s Tavern – Forked River, NJ

Stop Bys & Drop Ins

A section dedicated to spontaneous sit-ins, stop bys, drop ins, guest appearances, and last minute events.

Tuesday, November 11th

With Turnpike Mike & Friends @ McCann’s (7:30pm To 8:30pm)

I happen to drop in where Turnpike Mike and his trio were jamming. Next thing I knew, I was sitting in on the last set of the evening. Got to meet some cool new folks.

Additional Links

• Venue Information: McCann’s Tavern – Lake Como, NJ

Wednesday, November 12th

CJPHC Gathering @ Mantoloking Ale House (6pm To 8pm)

I joined a gathering of the Coastal Jersey Parrot Head Club to honor the sudden passing of a friend, Bob Luce. I’ll update more HERE soon.

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Mantoloking Road Ale House – Brick, NJ

With Mike Vanderweerd @ McCann’s (8pm To 9pm)

Rocked out with Mikey V. More to come …

Additional Links

• Venue Information: McCann’s Tavern – Lake Como, NJ

Thursday, November 13th

With Skinny Amigo @ Jamian’s (8pm To 11pm)

Playing once again with Mikey V. This time with his band.

Additional Links

• Venue Information: Jamian’s Food & Drink – Red Bank, NJ

Sunday, November 16th

With Kerry O’Keigh @ St. Stephen’s Green (5pm To 8pm)

I had the pleasure of performing my version of “Rattlin’ Bog” with the boys. Of course, the good ole’ crowd favorite “Wagon Wheel” with me on vocals and Gary soloing on the fiddle made it’s way to the stage as well.

Facebook Announcements

• Event By The Kerry O’Keigh Band (Sun-11/16/2025)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: St. Stephen’s Green – Spring Lake, NJ

Saturday, November 22nd

Guest Appearance: Jimmy Brogan & Kyle Burke @
American Legion Post 493 (7pm To 10pm)

It’s Mary’s birthday and I got to jam with Jimmy and Kyle on their 2nd half of music for the evening.

Facebook Announcements

• Post By American Legion Post 493 (Sat-11/22/2025 @ 10:03:00AM)
• Post By Jimmy Brogan (Sat-11/22/2025 @ 1:35:05PM)

Additional Links

• Venue Information: American Legion Post #493 – Little Egg Harbor, NJ

Sunday, November 23rd

Guest Appearance: Bantry Boys @ St. Stephen’s Green (5pm To 8pm)

Dropped in for the evening to do a tune with the Bantry Boys.

Announcements

• Facebook Event By The Bantry Boys (Fri-11/21/2025 @ 2:32PM)
• Post On The Bantry Boys Website

Additional Links

• Venue Information: St. Stephen’s Green – Spring Lake, NJ

Special Announcements

Sunday, November 16th

Thank You For My Birthday Wishes

Thank you all for your overflowing birthday wishes celebrating my new trip around the sun.

“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.