What: A party celebrating 94.9 News Now Radio's first year - and, yes, it's free and open to the public

Where: Mohegan Sun Cabaret

When: Friday, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Who: Lee Elci, who hosts a morning show on 94.9, will broadcast at night during the party. He'll be joined by some of the program's regular guests. There will be live music, too, by Rivergod Nancy Parent's solo ensemble.

For more info: (860) 464-9490, 949newsnow.com