Rock‘n’Roll Weekend with Cousin Brucie
April 30 – May 2, 2021
This year we are proud to celebrate 22 years of Rock‘n’Roll with the legendary Cousin Brucie! Bruce Morrow has been a friend to his fans for generations and will be your host as you hop, bop, and rock ‘n’ roll all weekend long. Come to our mountaintop to enjoy this radio, broadcasting, and cable hall of famer. DJ Joe Daily returns, along with dance instructors Karen Goldstein and Jun Maruta! This weekend also includes special guest band, Larry Chance and the Earls with their hit song Remember Then.
So, c’mon, grab those dancing shoes and leather jackets! Get ready to get groovin’ with Cousin Brucie at our House!
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .
PAST YEARS FEATURED EVENTS
Listed below are some of the many performers from the past years.
PAST SCHEDULE

Larry Chance and the Earls
Spanning from the late 1950’s into the new millennium, the Earls have continuously been pleasing audiences with their flawless harmonies, ceaseless vitality, and endearing dedication to their fans. Larry Chance & the Earls represent the music that helped define Rock‘N’Roll and the original doo wop era that put the street-corner society onto the national charts.

Rock‘n’Roll Dance Class
Join Karen and Jun as they introduce many of the dances of the late 50’s and 60’s to our fabulous Mohonk guests. No previous dance experience is necessary, just the passion to have a good time and dance!
Rock‘n’Roll Town Hall with Cousin Brucie
Join Cousin Brucie with special guest Larry Chance as they tell stories and lead a rousing discussion on Rock‘n’Roll’s past present and future.
Name That Tune: Mohonk Style
Join us for our version of this classic television game show from the 1970’s and 1980’s. DJ Joe Daily and Mohonk’s Recreation staff will test your knowledge with musical clues from rock and roll’s glorious past. Can you name that tune?
Film Screening: Dirty Dancing
In the summer of 1963, innocent 17 year-old Baby (Jennifer Grey) vacations with her parents at a Catskills resort. One evening she is drawn to the staff quarters by stirring music and there she meets Johnny (Patrick Swayze), the hotel dance instructor, who is as experienced as Baby is naïve. She soon becomes Johnny’s pupil in dance and love. This feel-good classic also stars the one and only Cousin Brucie in a cameo role. PG-13, 1987, 1h 40 minutes
Dance Some More!
It’s a free dance with DJ Joe Daily. Karen and Jun will be on hand to show you a few more steps.
Mohonk Magic Moments Dance Party
It’s a teenager’s rock ‘n’ roll dream – a dance emceed by Cousin Brucie, assisted by DJ Joe Daily. So pull out your leather jacket and blue jeans or your bell bottoms and tie-dyed shirts, and get those go-go boots out on the dance floor. The twist, the pony, the swim, the monkey, the jerk, and even the mashed potato will all take center stage, along with contests, prizes, and just some good old-fashioned fun with “The Cuz!”

Rock‘n’Roll Dance Class Part 2
Join Karen and Jun once again as they introduce many of the dances of the late 50’s and 60’s to our Mohonk guests. No previous dance experience is necessary, just the passion to have a good time and dance!
Great Roll‘n’Roll Dance Moments on Film
Join documentary filmmaker Stuart Math, as he shows us a compilation of film clips of all your favorite dances from the 50’s and 60’s, including the Jitterbug, Mambo, Twist, the Stroll, and the Madison. He’ll show clips of some of the greatest Lindy Hoppers ever filmed doing sensational acrobatic “air steps,” some of the hot dances from the 60’s, as well as footage from the teen dance TV shows of the 50’s. You’ll have all the fun of dancing without moving a muscle.
PAST PROGRAM LEADERS/PERFORMERS

Bruce “Cousin Brucie” Morrow
Radio Personality
This legend in broadcast history recently celebrated 50 years in New York radio. In 1994, Bruce became the only on-air personality in New York City to have a street named after him when West 52nd Street was proclaimed “Cousin Brucie Way.” He was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 1987 and into Broadcasting and Cable’s Hall of Fame in 1990. His contributions as a radio pioneer were recognized by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. Bruce is also an accomplished photographer and serves many local and national charities. His autobiography, Cousin Brucie: My Life in Rock and Roll Radio, along with latest books, Rock & Roll…And the Beat Goes On, and Doo Wop: The Music, the Times, the Era, are also bestsellers. Bruce can be heard nationally on Sirius XM Radio. He and his wife Jodie reside in Manhattan.

DJ Joe Daily
Radio DJ, Q92.1 FM Hudson Valley
Known by many as the “Morning Mayor of the Hudson Valley,” Joe has been entertaining audiences, both on-air and in person, for over 30 years. For his many loyal listeners of all ages, his warmth and quick wit have become a happy part of their morning routine. And Joe enjoys his audiences just as much, rolling with a variety of music for your dancing pleasure.

Karen Goldstein
Dancer / Dance Instructor
Karen’s specialties are the Lindy Hop and Jitterbug. She studied Lindy Hop and taught with Frankie Manning, one of the originators of the dance and a Lindy Hopper of legendary status. Karen also teaches traditional jazz dances like the Shim Sham Shimmy, as well as popular dances of the ‘50s and ‘60s. Karen was the director of the Big Apple Lindy Hoppers when they performed in Atlantic City, at Radio City Music Hall, and at the famous Roseland Ballroom. She has also performed at the Apollo Theater in Harlem. Karen teaches in New York City and is thrilled to be back at the Mountain House with Cousin Brucie.

Jun Maruta
Dancer / Dance Instructor
Jun was taught and trained by Frankie Manning and the Mama Lu Parks Dancers, and has been a performing and teaching partner of Karen’s for many years. In addition, he was one of the prime movers behind the successful effort to place a commemorative marker at the site of the famous Savoy Ballroom in Harlem.
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .
When you visit for Cousin Brucie’s Rock‘n’Roll Weekend, your overnight package includes:
- Three meals daily featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients from our farm-to-table partners. See our full list of dining options>
- Access to more than 85 miles of scenic hiking trails
- Yoga, Meditation, and Fitness classes
- Afternoon tea and cookies in our historic Lake Lounge
- Indoor heated pool with underwater music
- Make an appointment to visit our Greenhouse
- Guided hikes and outdoor activities with our Recreation team
- Nightly evening entertainment, special events, and more! See activities schedule>
Seasonal Activities
- Guided nature hikes with stunning views of the Catskill Mountains
- Boating, and fishing on Lake Mohonk
- Rock scrambling our iconic Labyrinth and Lemon Squeeze trail
- Guided archery, and tomahawk throwing sessions
- Complimentary court time on our Har-Tru and red clay tennis courts
- Complimentary greens fees on our historic 9- hole golf course
À la carte experiences available to overnight guests:
- A full menu of nature-inspired treatments at our award-winning spa
- The Carriage Lounge, featuring a full bar and handcrafted cocktails as well as hyper local draft beer and hard cider
- An award-winning wine list in our dining venues
- Scenic carriage rides
- Guided rock climbing with Apline Endeavors
- Private fitness, yoga, meditation, and mindfulness sessions
- Private tennis lessons, golf lessons, archery lessons and tomahawk throwing lessons with our pros
- Fishing pole rental, and bait for purchase
- Disc golf discs available for purchase (weather permitting)