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Chubby Checker performs at Roof Garden

Chubby Checker performs at Roof Garden

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Arnolds Park, IA (Northwest Iowa Now) — The Boomers and Crooners concert series at the Roof Garden Ballroom continues this Sunday.

50’s and 60’s legend Chubby Checker will be performing two shows at 2pm and 7:30pm. This week Kevin Tlam did an exclusive interview with Mr. Checker, who said his dream of performing started at the age of 4:

Checker’s most famous song is “The Twist” – which was recorded 60 years ago. Chubby Checker said that song is still relatable today:

Contact the Roof Garden Ballroom to get your tickets to see Chubby Checker this Sunday. You can listen to the full interview on our podcast page.

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