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Mayflower Marathon Comedy Night

Mayflower Marathon Comedy Night

Thursday, October 29th, it’s Rock 102’s Mayflower Marathon Comedy Night at The Armory at MGM Springfield powered by Dave Miner Exterior Home Improvements and Aqua Pump!

Join us for a night of laughs to benefit the Open Pantry!

Paul Mecurio headlines with special guests Steve Nagle, Marty Caproni, and Anthony Pagan along with Bax who will serve as the host for the evening.

All ticket profits will be donated to the Mayflower Marathon.

 

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It’s the Mayflower Marathon Comedy Night, powered by Dave Miner Exterior Home Improvements and Aqua Pump with support from All States Materials Group and Rock 102, Springfield’s Classic Rock!

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