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Stanley Theatre Series

The Andrews Sisters
America’s Wartime Sweethearts

Anyone who remembers the terrible World War II years likely recalls the Andrews
Sisters, a trio of singing sisters who were both enormously successful during that time
and enormously patriotic, always advocating the sale of war bonds in support of the
war effort. Born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the sisters, Laverne (1911-
1967), Maxine (1917-1995), and Patty (1918-2013) formed a singing group sort of
Malio Cardarelli imitating the Boswell singers of the time and performing initially in the Midwest. After
Over the next several a radio appearance, the sisters were signed by Decca records which in 1937 resulted in
months, we would like the first million record sales by a female singing group. Known as America’s Wartime
to share some of Malio Sweethearts, the group performed frequently on behalf of military doings. They also
Cardarelli’s descriptions of appeared in several movies with beloved performers such as Abbot and Costello.
artists who have appeared Some of their major hits were Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Rum and Coca Cola, I’ll Be
at the Stanley Theater. With You in Apple Blossom Time, Don’t Sit Under the Apple, The Beer Barrel Polka,
Pistol Packing Mamma, and many, many more, resulting in an estimated sale of 80
million records, then the most ever by a female singing group. Stricken with cancer,
Laverne retired from the group in 1966 and eventually the group itself disbanded.
But it was during their prime, in August of 1942, that the then sensational Andrews
Sisters appeared at the Stanley Theater, certainly a night to remember for those in
attendance.

The Genesis Group News

by Raymond J. Durso, Jr., President/CEO The Genesis Group Rev. Ursula Meier James W. Wallace, Jr. Kevin Crosley
Chairman,Chamber Alliance Mohawk Valley
Genesis Group Celebrates
25 Years

The Genesis Group began in the year 2000 with
a purpose of uniting business and community
leaders into working together to advance regional
economic, social, and cultural interests. By fostering
unity and cooperation, we have seen extraordinary
accomplishments over the last 25 years and a stronger
community.
Genesis is dedicated to adaptive leadership while
serving as a voice in the community. We are a source
for news and information, views and opinions and
offer regional projects and events across the Mohawk Edward P. Welsh Ben Simons Dr. Gerard T. Capraro
Valley region. Along with our partners, sponsors and
volunteers, we will continue to take action, achieve
results and help the region to keep moving forward!
Join us: 25th Anniversary Dinner on Thursday,
October 9th ~ 5:30pm at Hart’s Hill Inn
Cost: $40 – RSVP to: https://thegenesisgroup.org/
annual-meeting/#register

Keynote Speaker:

L: Anthony J. Picente, Jr., Oneida County Executive
R: Joseph R. Carucci Legacy Award ~ Class of 2025

2025 Genesis Volunteers of the Year, David and Dana Olney