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Adam Wade Of ‘Musical Chairs’ At Aging In Montclair Luncheon

The Aging In Montclair event will include an appearance from Adam Wade, credited with being the first African-American game show host.

An Aging In Montclair event on April 6 will include an appearance from Adam Wade.
An Aging In Montclair event on April 6 will include an appearance from Adam Wade. (Photo: YouTube / Arlene Dittamo)

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Aging In Montclair will hold a spring luncheon on Saturday, April 6 from noon to 2 p.m. at 13 Trinity Place in the Salvation Army Building.

According to a news release from organizers, the event will include lunch, plus entertainment by “Songbirds Unlimited,” featuring Montclair residents Adam and Jeree Wade, along with Ty Stephens and Richard Cummings.

Adam Wade – a singer, musician and actor perhaps best known for his stint as the host of the CBS game show “Musical Chairs” – will lead a localized version of the show with prizes included, organizers said.

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Wade is credited with being the first African-American game show host.

The suggested donation is $5 at the door. RSVP to 973-707-5088 if you are planning to attend. Park in the garage under the building and enter through the garage, as the outside doors are locked on the weekend, organizers said.

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