Caffè Lena

Bluegrass Jam
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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All are welcome to join the circle for an evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. Red Spruce will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular! So sharpen up your axe, come prepared with your song, and let us hear some good old fast, high and lonesome, some slow and low, or a good old favorite. All are welcome!!

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Folk Club Kids
2025-10-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-10-08 10:30 - 11:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longs

Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/

Stream live and free on Facebook and Youtube!

Join Dan Berggren and Drank the Gold’s Oona Grady and James Gascoyne for Folk Club Kids: a free weekly interactive concert series for preschoolers and their caregivers. Children are treated to 30 minutes of live music in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Inspire a love of music, community, and togetherness each week, learn, play, make friends and have fun!

This program is made possible by the generous support of Kevin & Claudia Bright.

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"Where the Music Never Dies: A Celebration of Joel Moss"
2025-10-14 17:30 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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"Where the Music Never Dies: A Celebration of Joel Moss" will take place at Caffe Lena on Tuesday, October 14. EVERYBODY IS INVITED!

We will begin gathering at Trask Memorial Staircase at the south end of Congress Park at 4:30 PM.

A 2nd Line parade led by New Orleans musician Glen David Andrews will take off at 5 PM and we'll clap, dance and sing our way to Caffe Lena.

Music and speakers start at the Caffe–indoors and out–at 5:30 PM and end at 9 PM.

There will be an outdoor video screen to share what's happening inside, and the whole event will be live streamed on YouTube and Caffe Lena TV. Bring your love and your memories, and come celebrate Joel!

If you would like to play or speak at the Celebration, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/RQj6s8Tzsmh33GaL6

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Open Mic
2025-10-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Celtic Folk

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OPEN MIC NIGHT
SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PM

Play your song on the Caffe’s famous stage! During the past three decades, Lena’s open mic has been recognized with “Best Of” awards from Metroland Magazine, The Alt Weekly, The Saratogian Reader’s Poll and Saratoga’s Fab Five. Just like at our weekend shows, all attention is focused on the stage.

OUR HOSTS

First Monday – Rick Bolton

Second Monday – Carolyn Shapiro

Third Monday – Ray Pashoukos

Fourth Monday – Kate Blain

HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:

Every Monday. All ages, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required.
Please leave a $3-$5 donation for our non-profit organization if you’re able to.
Sign-up is 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM / Show at 7:00 / 2 songs or 10 minutes /
Sign up is first come first serve
You are welcome to use our Yamaha studio upright acoustic piano or acoustic Martin guitar. We can play your MP3 backing track through our sound system. You are welcome to bring amps and drums BUT set up and break down is part of your 10 minutes.
Full table service (see menu). No alcohol! We like to keep our Monday nights family friendly.
Play Nice! We foster a diverse community that has a great time making art and helping one another get better. Excessive profanity, explicit sexual themes, and “humor” that unkindly targets a specific group undermines this goal. It is up to the discretion of the host to enforce the house standards.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: artur@caffelena.org

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Peak Jazz Series: Mercer Paterson Quintet
2025-10-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Bluegrass Blues Rock

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The Mercer Patterson Quintet is a high-energy contemporary jazz ensemble that’s turning heads everywhere they play—including at Caffè Lena’s Sing in the Streets festival, where they wowed audiences with their fearless improvisation, intricate arrangements, and infectious groove.

Hailing from the Metro-Detroit area, this dynamic group blends a variety of original compositions—penned by all members—with influences as wide-ranging as Herbie Hancock’s harmonic genius, Frank Zappa’s adventurous spirit, and Steve Lehman’s rhythmic sophistication.

Formed during their freshman year at the University of Michigan, the quintet has honed its sound under the guidance of jazz greats Terrell Stafford, Robert Hurst, Brian Lynch, Andy Milne, Ellen Rowe, Caroline Davis, and Chuck Bergeron. Their collaborative approach has led to a distinctive voice in the modern jazz landscape—fresh, daring, and deeply rooted in tradition.

Mercer Patterson (piano), Connor Hoyt (saxophone), Ryan Venora (trumpet), Jack Nissen (bass), and Philip Buchman (drums) have brought their music to stages across the country, from the Detroit Jazz Festival and Aspen-Snowmass Jazz to New York’s Shapeshifter Lab, San Francisco’s Mr. Tipples, and beyond.

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Wherever they go, the Mercer Patterson Quintet delivers an exhilarating live experience that blends technical mastery with pure joy in music-making. Don’t miss this chance to catch one of jazz’s most exciting young bands—right here at Caffè Lena.

The Peak Jazz Series focuses on ensembles that lean toward cool jazz, fusion, and funk, offering audiences a dynamic and diverse jazz experience.

The Peak Jazz Series is made possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon in memory of Corrine Simonds.

Can't make it to the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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The Gibson Brothers
2025-10-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Celtic Folk

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There’s a reason Ricky Skaggs pulled Eric and Leigh Gibson off the Ryman Auditorium stage two decades ago to offer to produce their debut—and why Grammy-winning producers like David Ferguson, Dan Auerbach, and Jerry Douglas have all signed on to work with them. The Gibson Brothers are the real deal. They can pick. They can sing. And they can write a great country song.

With a résumé boasting nearly every bluegrass award imaginable, albums on premier Americana labels like Sugar Hill and Rounder, and songs recorded by legends such as Del McCoury, the Gibson Brothers have carved out a singular space in roots music. Their latest album, Darkest Hour, produced by dobro master Jerry Douglas, captures their seamless move between high-octane bluegrass and what Auerbach once dubbed “country soul.”

Growing up on a dairy farm in northern New York gave Eric and Leigh a unique perspective that permeates their songwriting—stories shaped by rural life, road miles, and the ties of family. Jerry Douglas tapped both new and decades-old originals for Darkest Hour, surrounding the brothers with an all-star lineup including Mike Barber, Justin Moses, Eamon McGloughlin, John Gardner, Guthrie Trapp, and Todd Parks.

From their tight harmonies—Leigh’s voice as luminous as his duet with Alison Krauss on “I Feel the Same Way as You”—to their easy command of both traditional and modern sounds, the Gibson Brothers bring warmth, wit, and deep musicality to every stage they grace.

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Can't make it to the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

Don’t miss this chance to experience two of the most respected voices in bluegrass and Americana today—right here at Caffè Lena.

﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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The Gibson Brothers
2025-10-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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There’s a reason Ricky Skaggs pulled Eric and Leigh Gibson off the Ryman Auditorium stage two decades ago to offer to produce their debut—and why Grammy-winning producers like David Ferguson, Dan Auerbach, and Jerry Douglas have all signed on to work with them. The Gibson Brothers are the real deal. They can pick. They can sing. And they can write a great country song.

With a résumé boasting nearly every bluegrass award imaginable, albums on premier Americana labels like Sugar Hill and Rounder, and songs recorded by legends such as Del McCoury, the Gibson Brothers have carved out a singular space in roots music. Their latest album, Darkest Hour, produced by dobro master Jerry Douglas, captures their seamless move between high-octane bluegrass and what Auerbach once dubbed “country soul.”

Growing up on a dairy farm in northern New York gave Eric and Leigh a unique perspective that permeates their songwriting—stories shaped by rural life, road miles, and the ties of family. Jerry Douglas tapped both new and decades-old originals for Darkest Hour, surrounding the brothers with an all-star lineup including Mike Barber, Justin Moses, Eamon McGloughlin, John Gardner, Guthrie Trapp, and Todd Parks.

From their tight harmonies—Leigh’s voice as luminous as his duet with Alison Krauss on “I Feel the Same Way as You”—to their easy command of both traditional and modern sounds, the Gibson Brothers bring warmth, wit, and deep musicality to every stage they grace.

SAMPLE SONG

Can't make it to the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

Don’t miss this chance to experience two of the most respected voices in bluegrass and Americana today—right here at Caffè Lena.

﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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Overit Home Grown Sessions: Maswick & Brown
2025-10-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Celtic Folk

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Thoughtful songwriting, rich harmonies, and seasoned musicianship.

The recent digital-only singles More or Less and In the Time It Took for Us to Say Goodbye highlight the collaborative talents of Joel Brown and Dave Maswick, two musicians with long and varied careers.

In concert, their duo performances feature well-crafted harmony singing over warm acoustic arrangements, accented by intricate fingerpicked guitar work. Their solo vocals carry songs that blend modern folk/pop sensibilities with contemporary acoustic traditions.

Joel Brown is an accomplished classical guitarist whose work has taken him to the Czech Republic, Asia with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, and to U.S. stages including Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. He has also been featured with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, at Tanglewood and with the Boston Pops. He is also a member of Triple Play, a trio that weaves jazz, blues, and folk influences, and serves as Artist-in-Residence at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs.

Dave Maswick first gained national attention in the ’80s as a member of Blotto, appearing in the video for “I Wanna Be a Lifeguard” on MTV’s first day of broadcast. His song “I Don’t Know Why/Theme in Bar” from the cult classic Basket Case is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection. Over the years, he has written, produced, and performed with a wide range of musicians in the U.S. and Europe, while remaining a charter member of the Stony Creek Band, a progressive country-bluegrass outfit.

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Combine these two seasoned musicians and you get an exquisite evening of music.

﻿Overit Home Grown Sessions is made possible by a generous gift from Overit – a full-service marketing and creative agency based in Upstate New York.

Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy one week of access with your live stream ticket.

﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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Music With Miss Deb
2025-10-10 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-10-03 09:30 - 10:30 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Experience this interactive and fun exploration of music with Miss Deb!

Sign up HERE

9:45am – 10:30am $125 9/19 – 11/21

We will sing songs, move around, play with colorful props and play percussion instruments while enjoying and learning about music in an organic learning environment.

Songs from other cultures will be included along with traditional folk songs.

Fun for the whole family!

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JAZZ at Caffe Lena: Chuck Lamb Trio with special guest Trombonist Steve Davis
2025-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Join us for another extraordinary evening of jazz as Caffè Lena’s monthly jazz series returns with resident host and pianist Chuck Lamb at the helm. A pillar of Caffè Lena’s jazz programming, Lamb brings fresh energy, deep musicality, and an open-hearted spirit to every performance.

This October, Chuck welcomes a very special guest: internationally acclaimed trombonist Steve Davis.

Nicknamed “Stevie-D” by the late Jackie McLean, Davis is widely regarded as one of today’s leading voices on the trombone. His lyrical, hard-swinging style has earned him recognition across the globe, from his early days with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers to collaborations with Chick Corea, Freddie Hubbard, Horace Silver, Cedar Walton, and Ron Carter. Davis has released 20 albums as a leader, appeared on more than 100 recordings, and performed with the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars, Jimmy Heath, and Christian McBride, whose Grammy-winning album Bringin’ It featured Davis’ original composition “Optimism.”

Named Trombonist of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association for four consecutive years (2010–2013), Davis has played on the stages of Smoke, Smalls, Lincoln Center, the White House, and festivals worldwide. His artistry combines a deep respect for jazz tradition with adventurous, expressive improvisation that continues to inspire musicians and audiences alike.

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Chuck Lamb has been the pianist with the renowned Brubeck Brothers Quartet since 2002 and is known for his passionate, expressive style. In addition to his jazz credentials, he’s a prolific composer whose work spans jazz, fusion, classical, and world music. His performances are electrifying—moving seamlessly between lyricism and explosive improvisation.

With the vision and generosity of the late GRAMMY and Oscar-winning producer Joel Moss, Jazz at Caffè Lena has flourished into a regional destination for lovers of innovative, boundary-pushing jazz. His legacy continues to guide and inspire the series.

Don’t miss this intimate evening as Chuck Lamb welcomes Steve Davis to the Caffè Lena stage—a rare chance to experience two master musicians creating together, spontaneous magic—live and in the moment.

Can't make the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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School of Music Slow Jam
2025-10-09 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Bluegrass Blues Rock

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All are Welcome!
WE LOVE TO MEET NEW PICKERS,
AND WE LOVE PUTTING ON A GOOD SHOW FOR LISTENERS!

THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!

SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per person

Our jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.

ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon or evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. We sometimes refer to our genre as eclectic acoustic.

Red Spruce and Adirondack Song Dogs will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular! So sharpen up your axe, come prepared with your song, and let us hear some good old fast, high and lonesome, some slow and low, or a good old favorite. All are welcome!

What is a Slow Jam?

It is a group of string instrument players and singers who get together to have fun making music. The “slow” modifier indicates that it is targeted to the following musicians: people who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting: people who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; people who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable singing/leading a song.. The tunes are played at 80 to 110 BPM and usually in basic keys such a G, A, D, C major, but it always sounds great to play in some minor keys such as “a”, “e”, and “g”. We will try to avoid “jam busters.” It is our hope that after this experience you will feel more comfortable playing at the many open jams and open mics that can be found in our area.

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Guitar Workshop Level 1 with Bruce Thompson
2025-10-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Celtic Folk

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Registration closed for session, feel free to drop in for $25 per class.

Guitar I – Beginner 11:15 am – 12:10 pm

This class will focus on learning basic skills in order to play songs alone or with other players. Each week we will focus on learning specific skills that players can build on to gain confidence while playing. We will also work on playing different styles of music and transposing pieces into various keys. The goal is to provide players information and skills so they are comfortable in various musical environments.

Topics Include:

Open position chords and how they are related to each other

Moving from chord to chord smoothly and in time

Rhythm and strumming techniques

Single note play: Pentatonic scale, lead-ins and fills

Movable chord shapes

Learning new songs

Playing and performing with other musicians

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Guitar Workshop Level 2 with Bruce Thompson
2025-10-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Bluegrass Blues Rock

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Guitar Workshop Intermediate guitar players 11:15 am – 12:10 pm

This class will focus on learning additional skills in order to play more advanced songs and arrangements alone or with other players. Each week we will focus on learning specific skills that players can build on to gain confidence while playing. We will also work on playing different styles of music and transposing pieces into various keys. The goal is to provide players information and skills so they are comfortable in various musical environments.

Topics:

Open position chords and how they are related to each other, including more advanced voicings

Chord extensions (6, 7, 9, 13), inversions and advanced voicings

Rhythm and strumming techniques, including syncopated rhythms, crosspicking and finger style rhythm playing

Single note play: utilizing various scales and phrasing to map out breaks/solos

Movable chord shapes and voicings

Learning and arranging new songs

Playing and performing with other musicians

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Guitar I – Beginner 9:15 am – 10:10 am

This class will focus on learning basic skills in order to play songs alone or with other players. Each week we will focus on learning specific skills that players can build on to gain confidence while playing. We will also work on playing different styles of music and transposing pieces into various keys. The goal is to provide players information and skills so they are comfortable in various musical environments.

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Open position chords and how they are related to each other

Moving from chord to chord smoothly and in time

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Martha Spencer & The Wonderland Country Band
2025-10-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
American Roots Bluegrass Blues Rock

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“Appalachian music, through and through, with all the dynamism of a string band and the longing of a lovelorn country song.” – Rolling Stone Country

Get ready for an unforgettable ride through the heart of Appalachia with Martha Spencer & Wonderland! Led by the magnetic Martha Spencer, this high-energy group brings together Jamie Collins (bass/vocals), Lucas Pasley (fiddle/banjo/vocals), and Jake Dwyer (percussion, washboard, and dance) to deliver a toe-tapping, heartwarming show you won’t want to miss.

From California honky-tonks to Nashville stages—and everywhere in between—this band has wowed audiences at the Topanga Banjo Fiddle Festival, Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace, Ashkenaz Center, the Oklahoma Banjo Museum, and on Song of the Mountains on PBS. Their upcoming tour will take them even farther, with performances lined up across Canada, Ireland, and Europe.

Martha Spencer herself is a powerhouse singer-songwriter, dancer, and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Raised in the musical Spencer family, she picked up everything from guitar and fiddle to banjo, mandolin, and flatfoot dancing at an early age. She’s shared her talents worldwide, performing, recording, and teaching from Australia to the UK. Her acclaimed solo album has earned praise from Rolling Stone Country, No Depression, Americana Highways, and more—and she was even featured in the documentary film "Fiddlin’."

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Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Shawn Banner
2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Shawn Banner, local story teller, teacher, artist has been sharing stories and Yiddish Folk Tales for the last 25 or so years here in the Saratoga area. He began his "official" story-telling career at the bedside of his now grown children as well as in his elementary school classrooms. He will be sharing "Yom Kippur" themed stories–stories about atonement, forgiveness, and kindness; as always with that Yiddishkeit touch of humor and learning.

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“2025 is so 1984” Kicks Off National Banned Books Week at Skidmore College
2025-10-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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To launch National Banned Books Week, a community program titled “2025 is so 1984” will take place on Monday, October 6, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Davis Auditorium at Skidmore College.

The evening will be led by Dr. Timothy Wientzen, English professor and chair of the English Department at Skidmore. Dr. Wientzen will guide a conversation about George Orwell’s 1984, the most frequently banned book of the past 75 years. Discussion will explore why the novel has been repeatedly censored, how it resonates with contemporary culture, and the continuing relevance of Orwell’s vision. Attendees are encouraged to read 1984 ahead of time and come ready to participate.

Admission is free, with a suggested donation of a banned book or cash contribution to help stock the Little Liberty Library in Caffè Lena’s courtyard. This community library provides free access to frequently challenged works and will remain stocked through the generosity of event participants.

Each year, the American Library Association (ALA) designates Banned Books Week to highlight the importance of diverse literature, raise awareness about ongoing censorship, and encourage action to preserve public access to all books, including those deemed controversial.

Local sponsors of “2025 is so 1984” include: Caffè Lena, the League of Women Voters, Our Foundation, Saratoga Public Library, Lucy Scribner Library, and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation.

Momentum Series: Eileen Ivers & The Brigideens
2025-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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The Brigideens: A Fiery New Force in Acoustic Roots Music
Get ready for a night of powerful, resonant, emotional songs with The Brigideens—a bold new acoustic roots band formed and led by Grammy-winning, Emmy-nominated, 9-time All-Ireland Fiddle Champion Eileen Ivers. This dynamic, female-led ensemble brings together acclaimed vocalists and instrumentalists from the Celtic and Americana traditions to create a sound that’s both rooted and refreshing.
From traditional reels to soaring ballads and genre-blending originals, The Brigideens deliver a high-energy, emotionally resonant performance. Expect fiddle fireworks, driving banjo, vibrant percussion, rich harmonies, and stories that celebrate resilience, connection, and the flame of creativity.
Featuring:

Eileen Ivers – fiddle
Caitlin Maloney – lead vocals
Hilary Hawke – banjo, upright bass, clarinet, spoons & vocals
Anna Colliton – bodhrán, cajón, percussion
Colin Forhan – guitar, tenor banjo, concertina & vocals

Named for Brigid, the Celtic patron of poets and healers, The Brigideens are keepers of a musical flame—honoring tradition while blazing their own trail. Their debut EP, The First Sessions – Live in Studio, arrives later this year, but you can experience the magic live, right here at Caffè Lena.
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As Stone Mountain Arts Center’s Carol Noonan puts it:
"Soaring vocals and equally stellar playing—a gal power band you don’t want to miss . . . the crowd went wild for them!"
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﻿The Momentum Series features high energy music–solo or band. These are typically more shows that infuse the room with crackling energy rather than featuring solo acoustic performers. Many, but not all, of the monthly Momentum artists are playing our venue for the first time.
The Momentum Series is Made possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon, in honor of Thom O'Neil.
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Playwright's Jam
2025-10-05 13:30 - 16:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Looking for an opportunity to connect with local writers, actors, and directors? Want to share a theater piece you’re writing?

Join us for the 1st Sunday monthly Playwright’s Jams!

A monthly meetup hosted by Caffe Lena for local writers, actors & directors

The First Sunday of the Month 1:30pm- 4:00pm

Doors open at 1:00; Casting begins at 1:15pm and Readings start at 1:30pm!

Bring your great ideas, your new scripts, your edits and your friends for an inspiring afternoon fo theater in the making.

Playwrights should bring a highlighted script for each of their actors and one extra for stage directions
Bring a short scene (7-8 minutes). Cast your actors from the audience, including your fellow playwrights. Give them brief directions and then put them on stage to read your script. We’ll go around the room after the reading and let everyone give a “popcorn” reaction (one word!).
Each meeting will include 6 or 7 scenes selected at random from those submitted. After the readings we’ll have time to hang out and get acquainted.
This event will be co-hosted by Michael Wells-Oakes and Vivian Nesbitt
Playwright Nice! We foster a diverse community that has a great time making art and helping one another get better. Excessive profanity, explicit sexual themes and “humor” that unkindly targets a specific group undermines this goal. It is up to the discretion of the host to enforce the house standards.

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Saratoga Book Festival: Tom Piazza - Living in the Present with John Prine
2025-10-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Saratoga Book Festival and Caffè Lena present “John Prine: A Night of Song and Stories” with Tom Piazza, author of Living in the Present with John Prine.

In the spring of 2018, author, writer, and Yaddo alumni Tom Piazza climbed into a 1977 Coupe de Ville with the great singer-songwriter John Prine to write an article for the Oxford American. Their Florida road trip ignited a deep friendship, full of tall tales over epic meals, long nights playing guitar and trading songs, and visits back and forth between their homes in Nashville and New Orleans.

Along the way, John invited Tom to work with him to write a memoir, with John telling sprawling, often hilarious stories of his youth and family in Chicago and Kentucky, his breakthrough into the national spotlight, his riotous early years in the Nashville country scene, and much more. When John died suddenly of COVID in April 2020, that unfinished memoir evolved into Living in the Present with John Prine, an unforgettable portrait of the beloved musician in his late glory.

With a warm stage presence, Tom shares stories about John, their trip together, and how his book came to be. He'll even play a few of the songs from John's playbook. A book signing will follow the event. Copies of Living in the Present with John Prine will also be available for purchase. For more about Author Tom Piazza and Living in the Present with John Prine, please see https://saratogabookfestival.org/2025-festival-authors/.

Piazza is a four-time winner of the ASCAP Deems Taylor Award for Music Writing, and author of several books including the nonfiction bestseller Why New Orleans Matters and the novels The Auburn Conference and A Free State. A Yaddo artist, he lives in New Orleans.

Don't miss this joyful evening at Caffe Lena, a warm and intimate setting to celebrate the beloved icon.

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Caffe Lena @ SPAC
2025-10-04 12:00 - 17:30 | Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Caffè Lena @ SPAC – A Free Day of Music on the Charles R. Wood Stage

Caffè Lena @ SPAC returns with an unforgettable day-long celebration of live music on the Charles R. Wood Stage! This year’s lineup brings together five acclaimed bands who each bring a unique voice to today’s folk and roots scene:

Misty Blues – powerhouse blues with soul, jazz, and gospel flair
Tom Chapin – beloved folk legend and three-time Grammy winner
Chatham County Line – North Carolina Americana favorites with tight harmonies
Farah Siraj – Jordan’s “Musical Ambassadress,” fusing Arabic music, flamenco, and jazz
Aleksi Campagne – bilingual indie-folk innovator blending fiddle, voice, and looping

From blues and bluegrass to indie-folk and global sounds, this eclectic bill showcases the depth and diversity of the folk tradition.

✨ Admission is free – please register to receive event updates and “Know Before You Go” details. By registering, your email will be added to SPAC and Caffè Lena’s mailing lists.

🌦 Rain or shine! Bring your friends, your curiosity, and enjoy a day of extraordinary music in a beautiful setting.

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MISTY BLUES

Misty Blues, 2019 International Blues Challenge finalist, has been delivering powerhouse blues since 1999. Led by Gina Coleman’s commanding vocals, the Berkshire-based band blends jazz, soul, funk, and gospel into a rich, original sound. They’ve collaborated with legends like Eric Gales, Charles Neville, and Joe Louis Walker, and shared stages with Tab Benoit, Albert Castiglia, James Montgomery, John Primer, and Roomful of Blues. With 17 albums, tours across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., and worldwide airplay—including a song featured in a 2024 U.S. presidential campaign—Misty Blues has secured their place in today’s blues landscape.

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TOM CHAPIN

“One of the great personalities in contemporary folk music.” – New York Times

With six decades, 27 albums, and three Grammys to his name, Hudson Valley troubadour Tom Chapin has done it all. From his early days in Greenwich Village with The Chapin Brothers to Broadway, TV’s National Geographic Explorer, and a remarkable body of songs for both adults and children, his career is as wide-ranging as it is impactful. Beyond the music, Chapin has been a tireless advocate for the environment, social justice, hunger relief, and arts education.

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CHATHAM COUNTY LINE

For over 20 years, Chatham County Line (CCL) has bridged timeless bluegrass traditions with modern Americana songwriting. Formed in Raleigh in 1999, the harmony-driven band has released 11 albums, including their latest, Hiyo, and earned four #1 spots on the Billboard Bluegrass chart. Known for dynamic live shows across the U.S. and Europe, as well as appearances on Showtime’s George & Tammy, they continue to balance innovation and tradition with grace.

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FARAH SIRAJ

“The Norah Jones of the Middle East” from Time Out New York.

Hailed as Jordan’s Musical Ambassadress, Farah Siraj is an internationally acclaimed virtuoso whose career spans the Middle East, Europe, and the U.S. She has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center to the Nobel Prize Hall and United Nations, where she represents Jordan annually on World Peace Day. A composer and bandleader, Farah fuses Arabic music, flamenco, jazz, bossa nova, and pop, reflecting her mission to use music as a force for peace, advocacy, and cultural connection. Leading a diverse quintet of global musicians, she continues to captivate audiences worldwide with her cross-cultural sound.

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ALEKSI CAMPAGNE

Montreal-born singer-songwriter and violinist Aleksi Campagne brings a bold, contemporary edge to the fiddle-singing tradition. Blending heartfelt folk songwriting, soaring vocals, and layered textures with violin and looping pedals, he’s quickly become one of Canada’s most exciting emerging artists. His bilingual debut album, For the Giving / Pour donner(2023), drew acclaim from Le Devoir and Roots Music Canada as “one of the most musically ambitious accomplishments of the year.” Touring internationally, Aleksi delivers an unforgettable fusion of indie-folk authenticity and instrumental virtuosity.

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Saratoga Book Festival
2025-10-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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FOR INFORMATION AND TICKETS, PLEASE VISIT https://friends.sspl.org/book-festival/

Session 1: 10am – 11am – Friends with Secrets: Historical Fiction Panel with Juliette Fay and Marjan Kamali, moderated by Kim van Alkemade

Award-winning authors Juliette Fay (The Harvey Girls) and Marjan Kamali (The Lion Women of Tehran) join author and Northshire Bookstore Bookseller Kim van Alkemade (Counting Lost Stars) in a discussion about their latest novels, the very different secrets that their characters carried, and the healing power of women’s friendships. Admission is free and includes a cup of Sense + SensibiliTea, a soothing blend featuring La Provençale herbs provided by Saratoga Tea & Honey.

Session 2: 1:00pm – 2:00pm – Family Sagas: A Fiction Panel with Serena Burdick and Jessica Shattuck, moderated by Jack Rightmyer

Authors Serena Burdick (A Promise to Arlette) and Jessica Shattuck (Last House) chat about their latest novels with Jack Rightmyer, an author (On Your Left), teacher, and Times Union freelance book reviewer. With the scope of a saga and the heart of a thriller, A Promise to Arlette is an evocative historical novel following a married couple whose idyllic 1950s suburban life is threatened by the promises they made during World War II. It’s a sweeping, unforgettable story about love and friendship, trust and betrayal, and how promises made, broken, and ultimately renewed, can determine our fate. Shattucks’s Last House is “a richly detailed, slow-burning family saga” (NYT) that digs deeply into questions of inheritance and what we owe each other—and captures to stunning effect the gravity of time, the double edge of progress, and the hubris of empire. This session is perfect for fans of Ann Patchett’s The Dutch House.

Session 3: 2:30pm – 4:30pm – Teatime at Pemberley: A Lit Night Celebration of Jane Austen in Words and Music, presented by Kristina Kulin

To celebrate the anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, join Lit Night’s Kristina Kulin at the 2025 Saratoga Book Festival as she presents “Teatime at Pemberley: A Celebration of Jane Austen in Words and Music.” Enjoy an immersive exploration of Austen’s life and works. Sit back, listen to live Regency-era music, and enjoy Saratoga Tea & Honey’s Sense + SensibiliTea,” in Caffe Lena’s warm and welcoming setting while guest speakers read their favorite passages. (This is a 90-minute program that’s perfect for Jane Austen fans of all ages.) For more information about Lit Night’s monthly curated literary appreciation events, visit https://litnightsaratoga.com/

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Nordlys Global Voices Series: Hasan Isakkut Quartet
2025-10-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Hasan Isakkut: A Journey Through Middle Eastern Jazz and Classical Turkish Music

Experience a transcendent evening of rich musical heritage and modern artistry with renowned Turkish composer and multi-instrumentalist Hasan Isakkut.

Born in Adana, Turkey, and now based in New York, Hasan Isakkut is a master of the kanun and violin, blending the intricate beauty of Classical Turkish music with Middle Eastern jazz, world fusion, and new age elements. Over the course of his international career, he has collaborated with musical luminaries such as Brian Keane, Omar Faruk Tekbilek, Simon Shaheen, Richie Havens, and Ara Dinkjian, with performances at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Town Hall on Broadway.

Isakkut’s compositions have traveled far beyond borders—featured on the globally popular Buddha Bar Vol. 2, recorded by clarinet virtuoso Hüsnü Şenlendirici, and performed by Turkish music legend Muazzez Ersoy. His work as a composer, arranger, and performer is both deeply rooted in tradition and daringly innovative.

At Caffè Lena, Hasan and his group will present selections from his evocative albums, including Kibar, Hayat 1 Hayat, Hegira, and his most recent release, Journey. Joined by world-class collaborators, this performance promises a captivating journey through time, culture, and sound.

Whether you are a fan of global music traditions, jazz improvisation, or the shimmering tones of the kanun, this is a rare chance to witness a musical storyteller at the height of his powers.

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Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music that bridges East and West with soul, skill, and heart.

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Taylor Ashton
2025-10-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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A road trip. A banjo. A nation rediscovered in song.

Taylor Ashton’s latest album, Stranger To The Feeling, was recorded along a 4,000-mile cross-country journey, with each track capturing the soul of a different place and moment—from the quiet of Brooklyn’s Prospect Park to the vast skies of Wyoming’s Bighorn National Forest. With his rich voice, warm storytelling, and effortless musicianship, Ashton invites listeners into an intimate sonic scrapbook of America, stitched together with guitar, banjo, and heart.

These songs bloom with a rare kind of immediacy, shaped by outdoor sessions and spontaneous collaborations with friends old and new—including Rachael Price (Lake Street Dive), Buck Meek (Big Thief), and Theo Katzman (Vulfpeck). At once deeply personal and instantly relatable, Ashton’s music resonates with fans of Nick Drake, Paul Simon, and the new generation of folk poets.

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Come hear the road unfold in song.

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