Did You Forget Someone on Small Business Saturday?

According to Wikipedia - "Small Business Saturday is an American shopping holiday held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving during one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. First observed on November 27, 2010, it is a counterpart to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which feature big box retail and e-commerce stores respectively. By contrast, Small Business Saturday encourages holiday shoppers to patronize brick and mortar businesses that are small and local.”

These small and local companies stick it out among the larger contenders all year long and finally rightfully are put into the spotlight one day out of the year. Although the concept couldn’t come with better intentions, there are still local companies that tend to be left out of the limelight. These companies, groups or individuals typically fall under the category of local entertainment; however they are in fact still small businesses.

Companies like SoCal Entertainment provide local entertainment such as karaoke, DJ or live trivia on a weekly basis. By coming out to the shows, locals can show support and unwind while participating in local entertainment.  Local bands, artists and even comedians are also members of the somewhat forgotten.  Small Business Saturday is a positive and necessary event within each local community to encourage shoppers to support the mom and pop locations, however let’s not forget that not every small business comes in the same package.  Let’s remember to support both local business and local  entrepreneurs to  include everyone on this particular day!
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Vendor Spot Light: Buffalo Wild Wings aka B-dubs

 

 Buffalo Wild Wings aka B-Dubs

 

 

 

SoCal Entertainment is proud to perform every Tuesday night (9PM-1AM) at Buffalo Wild Wings in Danville, VA.

 

We wanted to take a moment to shed some spotlight on what makes this particular location stand out from all the others.

 

One of a kind Staff :  Attentive as with any B-dubs facility, this staff is a mixed bag of characters that will have you laughing or chatting up with them as fast as they serve you your drink.

 

One of a kind Drinks:  The skilled and creative bartenders (ask for Jon*) have a knack for coming up with something for everyone.  Some of the drinks may have some out of the box names but they are out of this world tasty.

 

Loud but Laid Back Atmosphere: Don't be afraid to bring in a group and have a great time as long as its in a respectful manner. The location can more than compensate with a large outside patio and full bar.

 

Don't forget the Food is phenomenal: What better place to get wings than a wing joint? However if your not feeling chicken, try the flat bread, potato wedges with cheese or for the health fanatics, try the blackened chicken salad.

 

Football Fans Welcome: No matter what your team, head over to B-dubs to watch the game with other fans in a high energy and friendly environment.

 

We appreciate the opportunity to work with this staff and location every Tuesday night.

****This B-dubs has a 4 Star Rating!****

 

Karaoke Singer Sets Guinness World Record Record, Raises Money for Charity

“A man in Wilmington, NC recently set a new Guinness World Record for the most continuous hours of karaoke singing. He sang for 39 hrs. and 2 mins., besting the previous record by just over an hour. While my first thought was, I wonder what instrumental breaks he used for trips to the men’s room, my second thought was almost as practical: How do you come up with a 39-hr. set list?”

 

Credit given to:http://popwatch.ew.com/2008/06/05/karaoke-set-lis/

Karaoke for Free Gas!!

Check out how one man sang his way to a full gas tank... pretty freaking awesome!
Karaoke For Free Gas!

This is definitely SoCal Entertainment approved!!

Most requested karaoke songs according to mentalfloss.com

• "Billie Jean" by Michael Jackson

• "Say It Isn't So" by Weezer

• "Torn" by Natalie Imbruglia

• "Sex on Fire" by Kings of Leon

• "Someone Like You" by Adele

Karaoke Song Suggestions for Beginners

For those of you who aren’t Karaoke veterans, sometimes the hardest part of committing to take the stage can be picking out your first song. Although I would personally suggest going with something you personally love, it’s also important to remember that karaoke is not always about being in the spotlight. It’s a great way to socialize, incorporate a group & live out your dream of being an entertainer. With that said, the following are a few song suggestions for karaoke newcomers.

1.       Sweet Caroline" by Neil Sedaka

2.       Hit Me With Your Best Shot" by Pat Benatar

3.       "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey

4.       "Summer Nights" from "Grease" soundtrack

5.       “Friends in Low Places” by Garth Brooks

6.        “ I Love Rock N Roll”- Joan Jett & the Blackhearts

What’s your go to karaoke song?

 Credit Given :http://readingeagle.com/article.aspx?id=519113

Best Trivia Team Name Round Up

I personally have to say that one of the best parts of Trivia nights is hearing the hilarious names of each team. Trivworks.com rounded up 25 of the best trivia team names they’ve encountered.  

“Here are 25 of the best ones for your enjoyment, in no particular order. Please note, some of these may be considered a bit risqué, controversial or borderline inappropriate, inching more towards Rated R than PG-13…however, they’re all really funny.”

1 ) Rehab is for Quitters
2 ) The Jackson 4
3 ) Fat People are Harder to Kidnap
4 ) Chilean Miners of Knowledge
5 ) Charlie Sheen’s Phrenologists
6 ) That’s Enough, John Mayer
7 ) How is Hosting Trivia a Real Job?
8 ) John McCain VP Selection Committee
9 ) We’re Only Here for the Free Water
10 ) Dick Cheney Death Watch
11 )  Give Me My Kidney Back!
12 ) We’re Missing “Glee” for THIS?
13 ) The Team Next to Us Is Cheating
14 ) Mubarak is in Denial
150 ( removed)
16 ) My Couch Pulls Out But I Don’t
17 ) Better Late Than Pregnant
18 ) The Bartender’s Haircut Sucks
19 ) Michael Vick Legal Defense Team
20 ) Half Our Team is Home Because of PMDD
21 ) Anything to Get Jodie Foster’s Attention
22 ) My Other Car is Driven by Mel Gibson
23 ) We Still Like LeBron
24 ) Drinks Are On the House Tonight
25 ) Dan Smith’s Guitar Students

Let us know what you and your team have come up with during your trivia nights with SoCal Entertainment!
 
Credit Given to: http://www.trivworks.com/2011/07/25-awesomely-funny-trivia-team-names/

We Are Who We Are

 

SoCal Entertainment is a collaboration of  some of the best DJ and Trivia Hosts in the Triad  Area to provide quality entertainment to local vendors, weddings, parties and events. Anywhere a DJ, Trivia Host or Karaoke Machine is needed, SoCal Entertainment
wants to be there for you!


Voted Best Karaoke in the Triad by reader's of Yes! Weekly. SoCal Entertainment has earned this title 7 years in a row by providing personalized and professional entertainment at any event we service. See for yourself as we invite you to come and visit any of our shows!