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BEST ARTIST/
PAINTER
DAGGER DOGVINCI
516-297-0048
www.dogvinci.com
Long Island’s best friend, Dagger Dogvinci is
a remarkable painter and talent who creates
colorful masterpieces for all to admire. Since
Dagger’s story went viral, he has sold hundreds
of paintings with a portion of all sales going to
animal and people related charities. Adopted
and introduced to painting by Owner Yvonne
Dagger, the world’s most cultured dog has
appeared on the Rachael Ray Show, The Today
Show, in Newsday numerous times, and on
Inside Edition, to name a few. Recently, a
documentary was made of Dagger and in
addition to Dagger’s artistic ability as a canine
painter, he is a certified therapy dog for Therapy
Dogs International.
BEST AUTHOR ON
LONG ISLAND
JOSEPH COSTA
516-527-5762
www.puffworld.com
Long Island has always been a haven for
creatives like author Joseph Costa. Joseph’s
creativity was inspired as a young boy by the
escapism he found in children’s books, toys,
music, cartoons and comic books. Aspiring to be
a cartoonist, he created the Puffs characters at a
very young age. As an adult, Joseph’s nostalgic
memories of a wonderful childhood have
compelled him to share the same experience
for a new generation of children and families
around the world with the Puffs brand. Puffs
are THE newest characters children are
talking about. The colorful pages take kids on
adventures in Puffville while learning valuable
lessons along the way. “Welcome to Puffville”,
the first book in the Puffs series, is quickly
becoming a favorite among children, parents
and teachers alike.
BEST BANDNON
COVER
AMBER FERRARI
631-578-3660
www.amberferrari.com
Amber Ferrari is a seasoned performer who
knows how to change it up, feeding off the
electrifying energy of the crowd. With a rockin’
band that make her performances intensely
powerful and songs that have made the
Billboard Music Charts, LI is proud to call her
one of its own. Audiences are brought to their
feet by Amber’s powerful vocals as she packs an
exhilarating and emotional punch into every live
performance. Her many fans delight knowing
that no two shows are ever the same! Renowned
for her distinguished Show “Joplin’s Pearl”,
come see Amber perform live and see history
repeat itself. With complete command of their
styles and with authenticity of the music, even
the original artists would find Amber Ferrari and
her powerful band a “must-see”!
BEST BINGO
TEMPLE BETH EL - N. BELLMORE
1373 Bellmore Road, North Bellmore
516-781-2650
www.tbebellmore.org
Long Islanders know that they can find a great
game of bingo and even better company at
Temple Beth-El every Monday night (except on
holidays). For just a $2 admission, you can get
your chance to compete for $2,000 in prizes.
Regardless of how the bingo balls roll, you’ll
have a great time competing against the best
bingo players on the island. Get your cards
ready and head out to Temple Beth El for a fun
time!
BEST BLOG FROM
LONG ISLAND
MARKOS PAPADATOS
Editor at Large for Digital Journal, Greek
American journalist Markos Papadatos has
been writing for a wide range of websites and
periodicals for over ten years. Papadatos is
a journalist and educator that has authored
over 10,000 articles. He has interviewed
some of the biggest names in music and
entertainment, including Aerosmith, George
Jones, Merle Haggard, Dolly Parton, Emmylou
Harris, Sheryl Crow, Dame Vera Lynn,
Olivia Newton-John, Donny Osmond, Marie
Osmond, Lee Ann Womack, Idina Menzel,
Martina McBride, Cheap Trick, Rascal Flatts,
Backstreet Boys, N Sync, New Kids on the
Block, Cyndi Lauper, among countless others.
If you haven’t read Papadatos yet, what are
you waiting for?
BEST CELEBRITY
IMPERSONATOR
JERRY AND LOUISE BRUNO
www.facebook.com/TheJerryLouiseShow
Jerry and Louise showcase the best that the
island’s entertainers have to offer. Louise Bruno
pays tribute to the legendary Cher by performing
over five decades of her hits. Bruno’s striking
resemblance, poise, mannerism and voice
creates a not to be missed show. Bruno has
performed and captivated audiences throughout
Long Island, whether it’s at venues like
Mulcahy’s, 89 North or the North Shore Towers.
The entire show is unbelievable and will make
you wonder if you just might be seeing the real
thing. Check out Louise Bruno’s Facebook page
for upcoming gigs and to take a peek at past
performances. Oh, those costume changes! If we
could turn back time…
BEST COMEDIAN
FROM LONG ISLAND
JIM BREUER
www.officialjimbreuer.com
Jim Breuer is a stand-up comedian, actor,
and radio host that you should not miss. First
gaining notoriety as a cast member on Saturday
Night Live (1995 to 1998), then starring in the
classic Half Baked, Breuer’s freewheeling New
York brand of stand-up storytelling is now
better than ever. A touring sensation and regular
presence on radio and television, Breuer’s rabid
fan base is filled with “lifetimers.” Currently
appearing alongside Kevin James on “Kevin
Can Wait”, Breuer also has hilarious cameos in
popular films like “Zookeeper,” “Dick,” “Titan
A.E.” and “Beer League.” He has been a regular
on The Howard Stern Show on Sirius XM, and
hosts a podcast called “The Jim Breuer Podcast”,
on iTunes and JimBreuer.com
BEST CONCERT
VENUE
89 NORTH - PATCHOGUE
89 N. Ocean Avenue, Patchogue
631-730-8992
www.89northmusic.com
Let’s face it, Long Islanders Love to Rock!
Frustrated with what was passing for a
so-called music scene on Long Island, the
founders of 89 North created a friendly space
with an intimate atmosphere and the stateof
the-art equipment necessary to put on a
premium rock concert. 89 North is located just
steps away from Main Street in Patchogue,
and a short walk from the LIRR station. Music
lovers come over to check out this great venue.
The VIP room will make every act feel like rock
royalty, but 89 North is really all about the
music with great sound, and high-tech lighting
equipment.
BEST COVER BAND
ROCK NATION
(631) 388-3919
www.rocknation.rocks
Everyone loves the sound of the classics of rock
n’ roll. Nobody but embodies that spirit of loud
guitars and pulsating drums better than Rock
Nation. Rock Nation is a Premiere Party Rock
cover band based in Suffolk County, New York.
Band Members: Tom “Dr. B.” Bosco - Lead
Guitars & Backing Vocals; Joe Graves - Drums;
Bill Stoddard - Bass; Mike Provenzano - Lead
Guitars & Backing Vocals; Matt Whitaker -
Lead Vocals & Mean Tambourine. Party Rock
with a Hard Edge! Rocking faces since 2013.
From Aerosmith to ZZ Top, if it Rocks, it’s all
good with them! They play an amazing array
of hits from the greats of rock n’ roll history
and they play them with the skill, as well as the
spirit, of the original artists.
BEST DJ COMPANY
DJ VINNY DICE
196 Park Blvd., Massapequa Park
516-776-8221
www.djvinnydice.com
If you are looking for an Entertainment
Professional that can make your event a
memorable one, then you have come to the
right place! DJ Vinny Dice and his awesome
staff know how to bring your special event to
the next level. Hosts have trusted them for over
25 years to deliver the absolute best for their
guests. Contact him today, and find out why we
are the #1 choice to set the right atmosphere
for any party in the New York Metro, Nassau,
and Suffolk Counties. Weddings, Sweet 16s,
Bar Mitzvahs, birthday parties, holiday parties,
corporate events and much more! DJ Vinny
Dice brings the noise and the fun to any event
in the Long Island area. He’s a must to turn up
any party.
Our goal is to create a magical,
one-of-a-kind experience. Let us help you
create the memory of a lifetime! With over
50 characters to choose from Princes,
Princesses, Heroes, Villains, Fairies,
Unicorn Princesses, Storybook Characters,
and much more, we have something for
everyone! Our performers, graduates of
very prestigious performing arts programs,
are professionally trained singers, dancers,
and actors, and have extensive experience
working with children. You'll feel like our
characters stepped right out of a storybook
or jumped right out of the screen! We
provide the highest quality characters and
entertainment for any party or event!
BEST PARTY EVENT COMPANY
ROYAL PRINCESS PREP PARTY COMPANY
LONG ISLAND’S PREMIERE
CHARACTER ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY
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