Mac I first started gigging playing at church concerts and charity nights. I got a great deal of enjoyment out of it, and next year I reckon I'll get back to doing more of the same.
On accordion it's more difficult to use the whole keyboard, but, I used to enjoy showing off and doing just that with a couple of show tunes.
Thanks to biab I have a much greater understanding of phrasing and chords. I believe myself I'm enjoying it much more now than I did 30 years ago as a full time player. Playing for the less fortunate in nursing homes will certainly increase my own pleasure.