Sunday, February 9, 2025
On New Year’s Eve, Glen Cove brought an exciting twist to its annual celebrations with the first-ever Downtown Sounds Music Crawl, moving the popular concert series indoors to transform local businesses into vibrant music hubs. Organized by the Glen Cove Downtown Business Improvement District, the event offered residents and visitors a chance to enjoy free live music in a cozy setting while supporting local establishments. Performances spanned multiple venues, starting with Mark Newman and Naomi Margolin at Downtown Café and The Liverpool 2 at La Famiglia at 5 p.m., followed by Frank Ferrara and Kris Rice at Glen Floors, the Jose Trombone Trio at Tocolo Cantina, and Jack Licitra with Kerry Kearney at Jalisco. The night wrapped up with the Livestock Acoustic Duo at La Bussola and DJ Siren at Meritage Wine Bar, which also hosted a champagne toast at midnight. By creating a festive “crawl” atmosphere, the event encouraged attendees to explore restaurants and bars, supporting businesses outside the usual summer concert footprint. The Music Crawl offered flexibility and fun, ensuring a lively and memorable start to the new year.
