BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Caffè Lena - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Caffè Lena X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.caffelena.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Caffè Lena REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153117 CREATED:20250206T151033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T195936Z UID:10003989-1758105000-1758106800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Folk Club Kids DESCRIPTION:Folk Other Storytelling \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. #youthclass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $27.11\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Kelvin Keraga\n\n Multi-act Program Open Mic Storytelling\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 7 • 7 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/folk-club-kids/2025-09-17/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250628T022227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T032510Z UID:10003883-1758049200-1758056400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Rochmon Record Club Listening Party:Creedence Clearwater Revival Cosmo's Factory DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an evening of deep listening and musical storytelling with Rochmon Record Club\, held every third Tuesday of the month at Caffè Lena. \n \nEach session dives into a classic album—this one to be revealed closer to the date—with a focus on the performers\, songs\, production\, and the stories behind the music. Hosted by Chuck Vosganian (The Rochmon)\, these listening parties are designed to inform\, engage\, and help us hear familiar music in brand-new ways. \n \nOn Tuesday\, September 16\, Rochmon Record Club will converge at Caffe’ Lena 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, to listen to\, and learn about Creedence Clearwater Revival’s fifth album\, “Cosmo's Factory”. \n \n“Cosmo's Factory” was one of the very first Rochmon Record Club Listening Parties presented in November 2016 at UPH! 99 Shows later we ‘get back’ with one of our favorite records. By 1970 John Fogerty and Creedence Clearwater Revival had cracked the code\, writing massive hits and playing huge concerts. “Cosmo’s Factory” finds the boys at the top of their game with an album filled with classic CCR songs; “Ramble Tamble”\, “Travelin’ Band” “Lookin’ Out My Back Door”\, “Run Through The Jungle”\, “Up Around The Bend”\, “Who’ll Stop The Rain” and 5 more! \n \nAs always Rochmon will have some surprises in store! For Rochmaniacs at a distance\, Rochmon Record Club will also be streaming live on Caffe’ Lena TV. Streaming tickets at caffelena.tv Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \n \nBy listening together\, we experience the album not just as fans\, but as curious explorers—rediscovering the art and intention behind every note. Whether you're a lifelong collector or simply love great music\, you'll leave with a deeper connection to the record—and maybe a few surprises along the way. \n \nCome curious. Leave inspired. \n \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/rochmon-record-club-listening-party/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-21.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250707T025909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T164257Z UID:10003893-1757962800-1757970000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Open Mic DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nOPEN MIC NIGHT\nSIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PM\nPlay 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. \nOUR HOSTS\nFirst Monday – Rick Bolton \nSecond Monday – Carolyn Shapiro  \nThird Monday – Ray Pashoukos \nFourth Monday – Kate Blain \nHERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:\n\nEvery Monday. All ages\, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required.\nPlease leave a $3-$5 donation for our non-profit organization if you’re able to.\nSign-up is 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM / Show at 7:00 / 2 songs or 10 minutes /\nSign up is first come first serve\nYou 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.\nFull table service (see menu). No alcohol! We like to keep our Monday nights family friendly.\nPlay 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. \n\nCONTACT US\nIf you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: artur@caffelena.org \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/open-mic-30/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250715T165616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T171128Z UID:10003904-1757946600-1757950200@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:So You Want to Play Mandolin with Alan Epstein DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is designed for the beginner; those folks who are interested in playing the mandolin but don't know where to start. We will cover the basics of holding\, tuning and playing your first notes and chords on the mandolin\, left and right hand technique and also learn to play a few songs. My goal is to get you started and provide you with the skills needed to play this great little instrument going forward. We will take things slowly\, with a focus on producing clear tone\, developing muscle memory in your fingers and most importantly having fun. Each week we will review all the things we’ve covered in previous classes. We will learn mostly by ear\, but a few handouts will be provided. The only prerequisite is that you have a mandolin\, a few picks\, an extra set of mandolin strings\, an electronic tuner and\, most importantly\, a desire to play the mandolin. Class size is limited to 10 so reserve your spot now! \nAlan Epstein has been playing mandolin for the past 54 years and has been teaching others to play mandolin for 30 years. Originally from Pittsburgh\, Pa and currently living in Glens falls\, NY. Alan has preformed in bluegrass bands in Colorado\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, Michigan and New York. A former contributing writer for the now defunct Mandolin Magazine\, in 2002 Alan was the founder of the modern day Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra and has been a Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam instructor since 2012. During all this time he has made it a priority to take mandolin lessons and workshops from the top players in the world and share what he has learned when he teach others to play. Alan teaches by ear and specializes in Bluegrass and Old Time music. In Alan’s own words\, “IMHO the world needs more mandolin players and I'm here to help make that happen”. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/so-you-want-to-play-mandolin-with-alan-epstein-2/2025-09-15/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/december-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250715T170949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T183943Z UID:10003908-1757935800-1757944800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Bluegrass Duet Class with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this class is to allow acoustic musicians to work on Bluegrass Duet repertoire with a musical partner. Early groups such as the Blue Sky Boys\, the Monroe Brothers\, the Louvin Brothers\, and the Delmore Brothers helped develop the roots of the sound that we know as bluegrass. Each week we will listen to recorded examples of these and other duet and bluegrass artists and will work on singing and playing some of their best known songs.  \nThis class is NOT intended for beginning musicians looking to learn the basics of their instruments. Rather\, it is aimed at those who can play their acoustic instrument\, (guitar\, banjo\, bass\, fiddle\, mandolin\, dobro) and are interested in exploring the music's roots to help them fine tune their sound with a duet partner. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/bluegrass-duet-class-with-alan-epstein-frank-orsini-and-bruce-thompson/2025-09-15/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/december-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250515T185048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T190626Z UID:10003755-1757930400-1757934000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Mandolin Vitamins - Tunes\, Techniques and Ensemble Music DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAttention Mandolin\, Octave Mandolin\, Mandola and Mandocello Players – The purpose of this is 4 week\, in person\, class is for everyone to improve their mandolin skills. Each week we will spend time on right and left hand techniques\, learn some new tunes and play Mandolin Ensemble pieces. This class is intended for advanced beginner and up mandolin family players and is limited to 12 students. The class will run from 10:00 till 11:15 on September 8\, 15\, 22 and 29th. \nAlan Epstein has been playing mandolin for the past 54 years and has been teaching others to play mandolin for 30 years. Originally from Pittsburgh\, Pa\, he has lived in the Capital District since 2008 and is currently living in Glens falls\, NY. Alan has preformed in bluegrass bands in Colorado\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, Michigan and New York. In 2002 Alan was the founder of the modern day Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra. and has been a Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam instructor since 2012. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/mandolin-vitamins-tunes-techniques-and-ensemble-music-3/2025-09-15/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/december-22-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250422T025106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T223453Z UID:10003689-1757876400-1757883600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Wheatus Acoustic DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nBrendan B. Brown\, the unmistakable voice and pen behind “Teenage Dirtbag” and founder of the cult alt-rock band Wheatus\, brings his sharp wit\, heartfelt songwriting\, and unforgettable stories to Caffè Lena for a rare acoustic performance. \nAfter two decades of independent releases\, viral covers from One Direction\, Sza\, and Phoebe Bridgers\, and a renewed global fanbase\, Brendan continues to push boundaries while holding onto the DIY spirit that launched him. Expect deep cuts\, surprises\, and the song that started it all—up close and personal. \nOpening the evening is Gabrielle Sterbenz\, a Bronx-based singer-songwriter whose rich\, soulful voice and genre-blending style draw from gospel\, folk\, and Americana. A longtime member of Wheatus (since 2011)\, Gabrielle has toured internationally with the band and recently penned a cheeky Christmas version of “Teenage Dirtbag” for their Sony-released holiday EP. She’ll share songs from her upcoming album produced by platinum-selling Philip Jimenez. \nCome for the Dirtbag nostalgia. Stay for the musicianship\, the stories\, and the discovery of two unique voices sharing the stage in an intimate\, one-of-a-kind night. \nSAMPLE SONG \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/wheatus-acoustic/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Eventbrite-Banners-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250627T190957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T034023Z UID:10003882-1757793600-1757800800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Old No. 1 at 50 – Celebrating the Spirit of Guy Clark DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nOn November 7\, 1975\, the day after his 34th birthday\, RCA Records released Old No. 1\, legendary songwriter Guy Clark’s debut album. While not a commercial success by any stretch\, the album was highly praised by the press and “L.A. Freeway\,” “Desperados Waiting for a Train\,” “Rita Ballou” “Texas 1947” “Let Him Roll” and “That Old Time Feeling” soon became instant classics. No one could have known then that Old No. 1 would inspire generations of American songwriters\, troubadours and music fans. \nThe Guy Clark Family Foundation\, a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to supporting songwriters\, is celebrating the 50thanniversary of Old No. 1 with a series of concerts around the country to bring awareness to the organization\, and to boost songwriters who work in the spirit of Guy Clark. Songwriters will perform songs from Old No. 1\, followed by a set of their own original material.  \nTicket sales will benefit The Guy Clark Family Foundation. \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy one week of access with your live stream ticket. \nAbout the performers: \nMeghan Cary: \nMeghan delivers award-winning original songs with powerful vocals and unshakable stage presence. Hailed a “storytelling troubadour” by Billboard Magazine\, Cary inspires connection and community with music that’s earned comparisons to Melissa Etheridge and Brandi Carlile. Her anthem “Sing Louder” and 2025 single “Raise Your Voice” rally audiences to hope and action. A favorite at festivals like Falcon Ridge and Philadelphia Folk Fest\, she’s shared stages with Joan Osborne\, Chris Smither\, and more. Whether performing\, teaching\, or speaking\, Cary empowers others to embrace their stories with humor and heart. “If you can get to a Meghan Cary show—run\, don’t walk.” \nStephen Clair: \nKnown for his wry humor and guitar stylings\, Beacon\, NY’s Stephen Clair has been a fixture on the Folk and Americana scenes since\, well\, Napster. He came to prominence when the late Rita Houston added "Jen in Her Underwear" to rotation on WFUV\, putting Clair on the map and the road. Eventually he would tour with folks like Robert Earl Keen\, James McMurtry\, and Joe Ely. Then he would make an album (he's made 11) in Austin with REK's band. There’s the rub. Clair's got one foot in some kind of folksy heartland and the other firmly planted in New York. Seth Rogovoy (Rogovoy Report) picks up on that undercurrent when he says Clair has "the grit of Bruce Springsteen and the sardonic poetry of Lou Reed." The grit may be gritty but it's vulnerable too\, as Stephen Clair always wears his heart on his sleeve.  \nMichael Eck: \nCapital Region Thomas Edison Music Hall of Fame inductee Michael Eck was nominated in 2025 as Songwriter of the Year and for Album of the Year with his sixth release\, “fermata.” Covered by multiple artists\, Eck\, who performed in January at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis\, is also a roots scholar\, multi-instrumentalist and serial band member. He saw Guy Clark onstage uncountable times and opened for him in the early 2000s. \nAdam Monaco: \n“Adam Monaco lives what he writes and writes what he lives\, allowing him to deeply connect with those he plays for and alongside of.” – Trevor Gordon Hall \nThese words will ring true for anyone who has experienced folk/Americana artist Adam Monaco’s thoughtful songwriting and poignant presence firsthand. Adam’s music is lush\, colorful\, melodic\, and takes deep root in the complex\, beautiful stories that connect humanity. His lyrics resonate like a conversation with an old friend: personal\, profound\, engaged\, and thought-provoking. His authentic performances showcase his ability to evoke the full range and complexity of human emotions; in one musical moment\, he can bring audiences to tears\, then lift them back up with witty banter and a relatable anecdote. \nBuddy Mondlock: \nBuddy Mondlock met Guy Clark on top of a hill at the Kerrville Folk Festival in 1986. It was a moment that changed his life. Guy liked the song he heard and started passing around tapes of the young Chicago songwriter’s songs to people he knew in Nashville. When Guy Clark gives you a tape\, you listen. Soon Buddy was headed south to a publishing deal and a manager. Since then his songs have been recorded by Nancy Griffith\, Joan Baez\, David Wilcox\, Janis Ian\, Peter\, Paul & Mary\, Garth Brooks and a host of other artists. In 2001 he co-wrote and recorded a trio album with Art Garfunkel and Maia Sharp called “Everything Waits To Be Noticed.” Guy Clark’s album “The Dark” is bookended with songs Clark and Mondlock wrote together – “Mud” and the title song\, “The Dark\,” which was their first co-write. \nJack Murray: \nBesides sharing a hometown with Dolly Parton and having a few Haggards in the family tree\, Jack Murray’s musical identity was forged by meeting Son House\, Jerry Lee Lewis and Bill Monroe. He even got a guitar lesson from Mississippi John Hurt himself. His distinctive writing and guitar work have made him a popular headlining act -and as an opener for The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band\, Commander Cody\, Joe Ely\, Butch Hancock and others.  \nNashville songwriting legend David Olney had adopted one of Jack’s songs “Bluebonnet Girl” in his last months among us. Almost unbelievably\, it was the last song he ever sang. The collection “Blue Tuxedo” (which includes “Bluebonnet Girl”) was recorded in Nashville\, with Thomm Jutz. It will be released in the summer of 2025. \nRees Shad: \nRees met Guy for the first time at a recording session in Nashville\, where Guy lent his vocal talents to a track on Shad’s debut album.  Guy’s kindness led to manty more people paying attention to the album than would have otherwise\, and to pay it forward\, Shad has been the organizer of this and other shows in the Northeast to benefit the Foundation. \nOver the course of a prolific 40+ year career\, 32 releases and 17 solo albums\, Shad has crafted music that is both poignant and profound. He is dedicated to crafting short story songs that cross genre lines to serve the spirit of each tale he weaves and engage his audiences in deep and meaningful ways. \nShad’s latest release Porcelain Angel has spent the last few months near the top of the Folk charts being and has lauded for its “grace and elegance” (Americana UK)\, “all-knowing tonality” (Americana Highways)\, and for “pushing the boundaries of musical storytelling” (The Rogovoy Report). \nAbout the Guy Clark Family Foundation \nThe Guy Clark Family Foundation was established in 2024 by Guy’s only grandchildren\, Dylan and Ellie. The Foundation’s mission is to honor Guy’s memory and continue his love and support for songwriters. “Songwriting is not a competitive sport\,” Guy often said. He opened his home and heart to songwriters from all over the world. The Guy Clark Family Foundation will do the same. We will offer songwriters who work in the spirit of Guy Clark the opportunity to learn\, write\, collaborate\, record\, perform\, and share their work with a global audience while we continue to honor Guy’s legacy. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/old-no-1-at-50-celebrating-the-spirit-of-guy-clark/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Eventbrite-Banners-15.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153118 CREATED:20250618T155632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T145729Z UID:10003870-1757707200-1757714400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:The Clements Brothers DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n“Pitch perfect sibling harmonies and gossamer sounds.” (Americana UK) \nIdentical twins George and Charles Clements first played Lena's stage with the hugely popular Lonely Heartstring Band. Their breakout 2023 duo album\, Dandelion Breeze\, "staked its claim as one of the year’s best debuts." (Folk Radio UK) With roots\, rock\, bluegrass\, jazz\, and classical influences\, George (on guitar) and Charles (on bass) make groovy\, serene music that "unassumingly and softly seeps into your soul." They are joined by drummer Mike Harmon for a show of seamless vocal harmonies\, instrumental virtuosity\, and a genuine love of song. \nSAMPLE SONG \n​​ \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/the-clements-brothers-2/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Copy-of-Copy-of-Eventbrite-Banners-32.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250619T024107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T033918Z UID:10003876-1757617200-1757624400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Tatiana Eva-Marie & The Avalon Jazz Band DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nNicknamed the “Gypsy-jazz Warbler” by The New York Times\, Tatiana Eva-Marie is a captivating vocalist\, bandleader\, and storyteller whose music bridges the timeless elegance of Django Reinhardt’s Paris with the vibrant energy of New York City jazz. \nAt the heart of her sound is the Avalon Jazz Band\, which Tatiana founded shortly after moving to New York City. The band quickly became the premier ambassador for French swing in the U.S. and abroad\, enchanting audiences with a stylish blend of 1930s Parisian jazz\, Gypsy melodies\, and the spirit of the Great American Songbook. Together\, they’ve built an international following and graced stages from the Blue Note and Lincoln Center to festivals around the world. \nTatiana’s latest project\, Djangology\, reimagines the music of Django Reinhardt through her own lyrics and inventive arrangements\, blending reverence for tradition with a distinctly modern charm. Her influences span French and Balkan roots\, vintage cabaret\, traditional Gypsy songs\, New Orleans music\, and classic film scores. \nWith over 100 million YouTube views\, recognition from Vanity Fair as a millennial reshaping jazz\, and a reputation for transporting performances full of warmth and wit\, Tatiana Eva-Marie and the Avalon Jazz Band promise a joyful evening of swing\, style\, and soulful connection. \nJoin us at Caffè Lena for a sparkling night of gypsy jazz and Parisian flair—an experience both timeless and delightfully alive. \nSAMPLE SONG \nCan’t make the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy one week of access with your live stream ticket. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/peak-jazz-series-tatiana-eva-marie-the-avalon-jazz-band/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250206T145417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162945Z UID:10003814-1757595600-1757602800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:School of Music Slow Jam DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAll are Welcome! \nWE LOVE TO MEET NEW PICKERS\, \nAND WE LOVE PUTTING ON A GOOD SHOW FOR LISTENERS!\nTHERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS! \nSUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per person \nOur jams are all about sharing songs\, making new friends\, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music. \nALL 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. \nRed 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! \nWhat is a Slow Jam? \nIt 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/school-of-music-slow-jam-4/2025-09-11/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/december-3-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250612T140849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T142723Z UID:10003826-1757588400-1757592000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Guitar Workshop Level 1 with Bruce Thompson DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closed for session\, feel free to drop in for $25 per class. \nGuitar I – Beginner 11:15 am – 12:10 pm \nThis 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.  \nTopics Include: \nOpen position chords and how they are related to each other \nMoving from chord to chord smoothly and in time \nRhythm and strumming techniques \nSingle note play: Pentatonic scale\, lead-ins and fills \nMovable chord shapes \nLearning new songs \nPlaying and performing with other musicians \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/guitar-workshop-level-1-with-bruce-thompson-2/2025-09-11/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/december-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250612T142744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T142820Z UID:10003846-1757584800-1757588400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Guitar Workshop Level 2 with Bruce Thompson DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closed for session\, feel free to drop in for $25 per class. \nGuitar Workshop Intermediate guitar players 11:15 am – 12:10 pm \nThis 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.  \nTopics: \nOpen position chords and how they are related to each other\, including more advanced voicings \nChord extensions (6\, 7\, 9\, 13)\, inversions and advanced voicings \nRhythm and strumming techniques\, including syncopated rhythms\, crosspicking and finger style rhythm playing \nSingle note play: utilizing various scales and phrasing to map out breaks/solos \nMovable chord shapes and voicings  \nLearning and arranging new songs \nPlaying and performing with other musicians \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/guitar-workshop-level-2-with-bruce-thompson/2025-09-11/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/december-6-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250612T142332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T142758Z UID:10003836-1757581200-1757584800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Guitar Workshop Level 1 with Bruce Thompson DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration closed for session\, feel free to drop in for $25 per class. \nGuitar I – Beginner 9:15 am – 10:10 am \nThis 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.  \nTopics Include: \nOpen position chords and how they are related to each other \nMoving from chord to chord smoothly and in time \nRhythm and strumming techniques \nSingle note play: Pentatonic scale\, lead-ins and fills \nMovable chord shapes \nLearning new songs \nPlaying and performing with other musicians \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/guitar-workshop-level-1-with-bruce-thompson-3/2025-09-11/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/december-6-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250603T201532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T032623Z UID:10003796-1757532600-1757539800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Ron Sexsmith DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nBeloved Canadian singer-songwriter Ron Sexsmith brings his unmistakable voice and deeply personal songs to Caffè Lena for an intimate evening of music. With a career spanning nearly three decades and eighteen studio albums—including a new release coming in 2025—Sexsmith has earned a devoted following for his heartfelt\, literate songwriting and melodies that stay with you long after the final note. \nA three-time Juno Award winner\, Ron has graced some of the world’s most iconic venues\, from Massey Hall and Carnegie Hall to London’s Royal Albert Hall and The Palladium. His music\, often described as a blend of Gordon Lightfoot and Leonard Cohen meets The Kinks and The Beatles\, pays tribute to his Canadian roots and the British invasion sounds that shaped his youth. \nRon’s songs have been covered by an extraordinary roster of artists\, including Elvis Costello\, Emmylou Harris\, kd lang\, Feist\, Rod Stewart\, Michael Bublé\, and Stevie Nicks—a testament to the universal resonance of his craft. \nBeyond songwriting\, Ron is also an author and theatrical composer. His 2017 debut novel\, Deer Life: A Fairy Tale\, will soon be accompanied by an original musical score. In 2025\, he’ll make his debut as a composer for the stage with a new adaptation of As You Like It for Canada’s famed Stratford Festival. \nSAMPLE SONG \nJoin us for a rare opportunity to experience this internationally acclaimed artist in Caffè Lena’s intimate listening room. It’s a night of quiet brilliance\, warm humor\, and songs that speak directly to the soul. \nStream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/ron-sexsmith/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153119 CREATED:20250807T164216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T170800Z UID:10003932-1757514600-1757525400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:10 Week After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAfter School Youth Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne \nSign up by clicking a class time below: \n2:45 pm 3:40 pm 4:35 pm (each class is 45 min) \nMusic is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together.   \nWeekly 45 minute classes will be focussed on making music\, including singing\, exploring various string instruments\, music theory basics\, rhythm exercises\, how to learn songs/tunes from scratch\, confidence in performance practice\, and more. At the end of the final class of the session there will be a recital/sharing session for family and friends (with Lena's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies\, of course!).   \nYouth Folk Ensemble is–  \nMixed ages and abilities: Open to any level of experience with music; Learn through listening and participation. \nFocus on repertoire: Learn classic tunes and songs from the American folk tradition as well as some favorite contemporary songs. \nExplore string instruments and singing\, learning basic skills: Opportunities to focus on guitar\, ukulele\, banjo\, mandolin\, bass\, and violin/fiddle*; (*for students interested in violin/fiddle it is recommended that they also be enrolled in private or school lessons). \nLearn music fundamentals: Develop strong and steady sense of rhythm; Learn how to listen and hear musically; Explore singing finding one's own unique voice. \nLearning valuable life skills: Working in a group setting; Creative contribution and compromise; Being part of a team and playing your part; Building friendships. \nNeed help with tuition or an instrument? Let us know how we can help by filling out this application for the Matt McCabe Scholarship Fund or email: musicschool@caffelena.org \n2025-2026 School Year Schedule: \nAfter School Youth Folk Ensemble classes meet on Wednesdays at Caffe Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY 12866. \nThe three time slots are 2:45-3:30 pm; 3:40-4:25 pm; & 4:35-5:20 pm. Sign up for one or all! \nSession 1 Dates: Sept 10 – Nov 12 (10 weeks) \nSession 2 Dates: Nov 19 – Jan 21 (7 weeks) [off 11/26\, 12/24\, 12/31] \nSession 3 Dates Jan 28 – Jun 3 (17 weeks) [off 2/18\, 4/8] \n(Summer day camps are offered as well – 2026 details TBA) \nEnd of session recitals are on the final day of class: 11/12\, 1/21\, 6/3 from 5:30-6pm \nStudents are encouraged to sign up for all three sessions – the more time we spend learning and practicing music together\, the tighter our ensemble will be! Discounts of 10% when purchasing more than 1 class at a time. \nMeet the instructors: \nJames Gascoyne is a multi-instrumentalist\, composer\, and teacher based in Saratoga Springs\, NY. Originally from Louisville\, KY\, James has been an active participant in the NYS Capital Region arts community since 2004. He has toured nationally with a variety of groups\, at times performing on bass\, guitar\, drums\, and vocals\, all the while maintaining an active local performing and recording schedule as well as teaching privately when time allows. James regularly performs with Oona Grady as their duo\, Drank The Gold\, specializing in traditional Irish and American fiddle tunes and folk songs\, as well as original compositions and arrangements\, plus newly formed bluegrass quintet The Millstone Rounders. With a passion for sharing his musical experience with others\, he’s led various workshops at times on guitar\, mandolin\, banjo\, ukulele\, and bass for the Caffe Lena School of Music\, Dance Flurry Festival\, GrassRoots Culture Camp\, and Winter Village Music Camp. \nOona Grady is a musician and educator living in Saratoga Springs\, New York. She performs with the duo Drank The Gold\, a band specializing in creative arrangements of traditional Irish and American fiddle music\, folk songs\, and original compositions\, as well as with other projects including The Grady Girls\, Folk Club Kids\, Carolyn Shapiro\, and newest project The Millstone Rounders. Oona grew up in Ithaca\, NY\, nurtured by a family and community with a deep love of music. After receiving a grounding in Suzuki violin and Irish fiddle\, she began performing with her family band as a teenager\, and moved to Ireland at age eighteen to continue her music studies at University College Cork\, graduating with a B.Mus. in 2008. Oona works as a recording artist (credits include strings on What a Night'll Do\, Dr. Dog)\, manages a private music teaching studio\, and is a founding teacher at the Caffe Lena School of Music. She also works as a guest instructor for weekend workshops and summer programs\, including GrassRoots Culture Camp\, the Flurry Festival\, Winter Village Music Camp\, and the Ithaca Suzuki Institute.  \n#youthclass \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/after-school-folk-ensemble-245-330/2025-09-10/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/december-11.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250206T151033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T195936Z UID:10003988-1757500200-1757502000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Folk Club Kids DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nFolk Club Kids: Stories\, Songs\, and Sing-a-longs \nWednesdays 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. \nhttps://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/ \nStream live and free on Facebook and Youtube! \nJoin 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! \nThis program is made possible by the generous support of Kevin & Claudia Bright. \n#youthclass \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/folk-club-kids/2025-09-10/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Untitled-design-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250716T163634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T172413Z UID:10003911-1757444400-1757451600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:JAZZ at Caffe Lena: The Chuck Lamb Trio with Special Guest Mike Rodriguez DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for an extraordinary evening of jazz as Caffè Lena’s monthly jazz series\, hosted by pianist Chuck Lamb\, welcomes GRAMMY® Award-winning trumpeter and composer Mike Rodriguez to the stage. \nThe JAZZ at Caffè Lena series is hosted by resident composer\, pianist\, and jazz master Chuck Lamb\, with support from music producer Joel Moss. Each month\, Lamb invites a top-flight jazz artist to join his trio on stage. Lamb\, a member of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet since 2002\, is not only an exciting and emotive pianist but also a prolific composer of jazz\, fusion\, classical\, and world music. Through these collaborations\, the artists stretch their creative boundaries\, exploring new musical landscapes and creating spontaneous\, exhilarating performances. \nHailed as one of the most dynamic voices in modern jazz\, Mike Rodriguez has performed with legends across the spectrum—Clark Terry\, Wynton Marsalis\, Herbie Hancock\, Chick Corea\, Quincy Jones\, and Charlie Haden\, just to name a few. A member of the renowned SFJAZZ Collective\, Mike blends technical brilliance with emotional depth\, bringing a singular voice to every ensemble he joins. \nFrom the GRAMMY®-winning “Antidote” with Chick Corea’s Spanish Heart Band to his powerful collaborations with his brother\, pianist Robert Rodriguez\, Mike’s musical path is as expansive as it is inspiring. His performance at Caffè Lena promises lyrical improvisation\, thrilling interplay\, and a night of jazz that bridges tradition and innovation. \nAnchored by Chuck Lamb’s inventive piano work\, this trio performance featuring Mike Rodriguez on trumpet is not to be missed. This will be an evening that captures the joy\, soul\, and spontaneity of live jazz at its finest. \nSAMPLE SONG \nCan't make the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nDon’t miss this intimate evening with The Chuck Lamb Trio and one of jazz’s most accomplished and expressive trumpeters. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/jazz-at-caffe-lena-the-chuck-lamb-trio-with-special-guest-mike-rodriguez/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image-10.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250707T025609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T164227Z UID:10003892-1757358000-1757365200@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Open Mic DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nOPEN MIC NIGHT\nSIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PM\nPlay 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. \nOUR HOSTS\nFirst Monday – Rick Bolton \nSecond Monday – Carolyn Shapiro  \nThird Monday – Ray Pashoukos \nFourth Monday – Kate Blain \nHERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:\n\nEvery Monday. All ages\, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required.\nPlease leave a $3-$5 donation for our non-profit organization if you’re able to.\nSign-up is 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM / Show at 7:00 / 2 songs or 10 minutes /\nSign up is first come first serve\nYou 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.\nFull table service (see menu). No alcohol! We like to keep our Monday nights family friendly.\nPlay 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. \n\nCONTACT US\nIf you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: artur@caffelena.org \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/open-mic-29/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250715T165616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T171128Z UID:10003903-1757341800-1757345400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:So You Want to Play Mandolin with Alan Epstein DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis class is designed for the beginner; those folks who are interested in playing the mandolin but don't know where to start. We will cover the basics of holding\, tuning and playing your first notes and chords on the mandolin\, left and right hand technique and also learn to play a few songs. My goal is to get you started and provide you with the skills needed to play this great little instrument going forward. We will take things slowly\, with a focus on producing clear tone\, developing muscle memory in your fingers and most importantly having fun. Each week we will review all the things we’ve covered in previous classes. We will learn mostly by ear\, but a few handouts will be provided. The only prerequisite is that you have a mandolin\, a few picks\, an extra set of mandolin strings\, an electronic tuner and\, most importantly\, a desire to play the mandolin. Class size is limited to 10 so reserve your spot now! \nAlan Epstein has been playing mandolin for the past 54 years and has been teaching others to play mandolin for 30 years. Originally from Pittsburgh\, Pa and currently living in Glens falls\, NY. Alan has preformed in bluegrass bands in Colorado\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, Michigan and New York. A former contributing writer for the now defunct Mandolin Magazine\, in 2002 Alan was the founder of the modern day Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra and has been a Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam instructor since 2012. During all this time he has made it a priority to take mandolin lessons and workshops from the top players in the world and share what he has learned when he teach others to play. Alan teaches by ear and specializes in Bluegrass and Old Time music. In Alan’s own words\, “IMHO the world needs more mandolin players and I'm here to help make that happen”. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/so-you-want-to-play-mandolin-with-alan-epstein-2/2025-09-08/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/december-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250715T170949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T183943Z UID:10003907-1757331000-1757340000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Bluegrass Duet Class with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this class is to allow acoustic musicians to work on Bluegrass Duet repertoire with a musical partner. Early groups such as the Blue Sky Boys\, the Monroe Brothers\, the Louvin Brothers\, and the Delmore Brothers helped develop the roots of the sound that we know as bluegrass. Each week we will listen to recorded examples of these and other duet and bluegrass artists and will work on singing and playing some of their best known songs.  \nThis class is NOT intended for beginning musicians looking to learn the basics of their instruments. Rather\, it is aimed at those who can play their acoustic instrument\, (guitar\, banjo\, bass\, fiddle\, mandolin\, dobro) and are interested in exploring the music's roots to help them fine tune their sound with a duet partner. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/bluegrass-duet-class-with-alan-epstein-frank-orsini-and-bruce-thompson/2025-09-08/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/december-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250515T185048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T190626Z UID:10003754-1757325600-1757329200@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Mandolin Vitamins - Tunes\, Techniques and Ensemble Music DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAttention Mandolin\, Octave Mandolin\, Mandola and Mandocello Players – The purpose of this is 4 week\, in person\, class is for everyone to improve their mandolin skills. Each week we will spend time on right and left hand techniques\, learn some new tunes and play Mandolin Ensemble pieces. This class is intended for advanced beginner and up mandolin family players and is limited to 12 students. The class will run from 10:00 till 11:15 on September 8\, 15\, 22 and 29th. \nAlan Epstein has been playing mandolin for the past 54 years and has been teaching others to play mandolin for 30 years. Originally from Pittsburgh\, Pa\, he has lived in the Capital District since 2008 and is currently living in Glens falls\, NY. Alan has preformed in bluegrass bands in Colorado\, North Carolina\, Pennsylvania\, Michigan and New York. In 2002 Alan was the founder of the modern day Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra. and has been a Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam instructor since 2012. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/mandolin-vitamins-tunes-techniques-and-ensemble-music-3/2025-09-08/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/december-22-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250619T015940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T132321Z UID:10003875-1757271600-1757278800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Overit Home Grown Sessions: Girl Blue DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nIf you love Alanis Morissette\, Brandi Carlile\, and the catharsis of a good cry\, you’ll want to be in the room when Girl Blue takes the stage. The songwriting project of Arielle O’Keefe\, Girl Blue delivers deeply emotional songs with powerful\, singable hooks and a rare kind of honesty that stays with you. \nArielle’s music has been featured on top Spotify playlists (New Music Friday)\, climbed to #2 on the US Viral Charts\, and found its way into national commercials and TV placements. She’s been praised by outlets like The Huffington Post and honored with seven Thomas Edison Music Awards\, including Songwriter of the Year and Solo Act of the Year. \nBased just outside Saratoga Springs\, she records all her music from home with her partner and producer\, Jimi W.\, and is supported directly by her fans on Patreon and social media. \nSAMPLE SONG \nWhat sets her apart most is her presence on stage—authentic\, vulnerable\, and quietly electric. Girl Blue isn’t just one to watch. She’s one to experience. \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nOverit Home Grown Sessions is made possible by a generous gift from Overit – a full-service marketing and creative agency based in Upstate New York. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/overit-home-grown-sessions-girl-blue/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-14.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250726T234326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T172459Z UID:10003913-1757253600-1757260800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:45th Anniversary Screening of Gospel + Q&A w/ Joel Moss & Director F.Ritzenberg DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nFilm | Music | Conversation \nJoin us at Caffè Lena for a special 45th anniversary screening of "Gospel"\, a landmark concert film directed by Fred Ritzenberg and featuring music recorded and mixed by 7-time GRAMMY winner Joel Moss\, co-producer of our JAZZ at Caffè Lena Series. \nOriginally released in 1980\, "Gospel" captures the power\, joy\, and soul of traditional gospel music at its height. The film features unforgettable performances by five of the greatest gospel acts of the 20th century: \nJames Cleveland & His Choir \nThe Mighty Clouds of Joy \nTwinkie Clark & The Clark Sisters \nRev. Shirley Caesar \nWalter Hawkins & The Hawkins Family \nWith dynamic live footage and spirit-lifting sound\, "Gospel" stands as a vibrant testament to faith\, artistry\, and musical excellence. \nAfter the screening\, stay for a live Q&A with co-producer/director Fred Ritzenberg and music producer Joel Moss who recorded and mixed the music\, as they share stories behind the film and reflect on its legacy 45 years later. \nThis is a fundraiser for Caffè Lena. \nExperience the music. Celebrate the history. Be part of the conversation. \n \nNote: 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/45th-anniversary-screening-of-gospel-qa-w-joel-moss-director-f-ritzenberg/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Eventbrite-Banners-40.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153120 CREATED:20250818T141825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T143426Z UID:10003970-1757250000-1757260800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Playwright's Jam DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis session will be at the Saratoga Library\, Susman Room! \nPlaywrights\, bring a short scene (7 pages/minutes).  \nCast your actors from the audience\, \nincluding your fellow playwrights.  \n Give them brief directions\, put them on Caffe Lena’s stage to read your script!   \nActors\, bring your imagination\, talent\, energy and heart! \nBe a part of a thriving theatrical community! \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/playwrights-jam-5/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153121 CREATED:20250619T012141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T032119Z UID:10003874-1757188800-1757196000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Momentum Series: Professor Louie & The Crowmatix DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun & powerful night of roots-infused rock and blues with Professor Louie & The Crowmatix\, a Grammy-nominated band hailed as “Roots Music Royalty” by Bill Hurley of Extended Play Sessions. With deep ties to The Band and a musical style that blends rock ‘n’ roll\, gospel\, blues\, and folk\, this Woodstock\, NY powerhouse brings decades of experience and soul to every performance. \nFronted by Professor Louie—keyboardist\, accordionist\, and longtime collaborator with The Band—the group has released 17 acclaimed albums and continues to expand the boundaries of Americana and blues. Their dynamic shows feature crowd favorites from their original catalog\, hits Louie co-produced with The Band (including “Atlantic City” and “Blind Willie McTell”)\, and songs steeped in the rich tradition of American roots music. \nThe Crowmatix lineup includes the soaring vocals and percussion of Miss Marie\, bassist Frank Campbell\, guitarists Todd Mihan and John Platania\, and drummer Dan Hickey—a seasoned ensemble with heart\, groove\, and tight musical chemistry. Their live performances are known for their storytelling\, warmth\, and a vibrant sound that brings audiences to their feet. \nWith recent releases climbing the roots and blues radio charts\, and festival appearances across North America and Europe\, Professor Louie & The Crowmatix are not just keeping the spirit of American roots music alive—they’re evolving it. \nSAMPLE SONG \nCome experience a band with deep musical roots\, unmatched live energy\, and a timeless connection to the very heart of rock and Americana. \nMade possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon\, in honor of Thom O'Neil. \nNote: 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. \n \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/momentum-series-professor-louie-the-crowmatix/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153121 CREATED:20250619T010800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T032053Z UID:10003873-1757170800-1757174400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Little Folks: Professor Louie DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nGet ready for a joyful\, toe-tapping musical adventure with Professor Louie of Professor Louie & The Crowmatix—a special show designed just for kids and families! \nThis Grammy-nominated band from Woodstock\, NY brings the fun with upbeat songs\, sing-alongs\, and irresistible rhythms drawn from the rich traditions of American roots music. From bluesy grooves to rockin’ beats and feel-good melodies\, this interactive concert invites young listeners to clap\, move\, sing\, and smile. \nLed by the ever-energetic Professor Louie on keys and accordion\, and joined by the spirited Miss Marie and some of their talented bandmates\, this show is all about connection\, creativity\, and celebration. Kids will learn about instruments\, rhythm\, and the joy of making music together—all in a lively\, welcoming environment. \nSAMPLE SONG \nPerfect for ages 3–10\, but fun for the whole family. Come make A Joyful Noise with us! \nMade possible by a generous gift from Kevin and Claudia Bright. \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/little-folks-professor-louie/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image-18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153121 CREATED:20250618T183023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T202257Z UID:10003872-1757102400-1757109600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:65th Anniversary Folk Heritage Series: Eric Andersen DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of our 65th Anniversary Folk Heritage Series\, we bring you Eric Andersen. Eric Andersen is a towering figure in the world of folk music—a songwriter\, poet\, and performer whose words have stirred hearts and shaped the genre for over five decades. Emerging from the vibrant Greenwich Village scene of the 1960s\, Andersen quickly became known for his deeply literate\, introspective songs and striking stage presence. \nHe’s the writer behind iconic tracks like “Thirsty Boots\,” “Violets of Dawn\,” and “Close the Door Lightly When You Go”—songs that have been recorded by artists including Judy Collins\, Linda Ronstadt\, The Grateful Dead\, and Bob Dylan. Over the years\, he’s collaborated with musical giants like Joan Baez\, Lou Reed\, Townes Van Zandt\, and Joni Mitchell\, forging a path that bridges folk\, rock\, and poetic songwriting with elegance and emotional power. \nWith more than 30 albums to his name\, Andersen’s body of work is as rich as it is enduring. He continues to evolve as a performer and storyteller\, bringing new depth and insight to every stage he graces. \nSAMPLE SONG    HISTORY \nEric is joined by multi-talented musical polymath Steve Addabbo – singer\, songwriter\, musician\, producer\, engineer\, and studio ace extraordinaire–on lead guitar for this tour. Steve worked on four of Eric’s albums\, namely Ghosts Upon the Road (1989)\, Stages (1991\, the ‘lost’ album follow-up to 1972’s Blue River)\, Memory Of the Future (1998)\, and You Can’t Relive the Past (2001\, with Lou Reed.) Eric on Fender Rhodes\, appears on Steve’’s first solo album Out of Nothing. \nAlso joining Eric is Cheryl Prashker on percussion. Cheryl studied classical percussion at McGill University in Montreal\, Canada\, where she was born and raised. She’s toured the globe and honed her skills of playing anything from Rock and Roll and Klezmer\, to Celtic and Middle Eastern music. She now uses her special style of percussion to enhance the music of such artists as Eric Andersen and others\, and she is the Artistic Director of the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival in Ontario\, Canada. \nJoin us for an evening with one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time—a rare chance to witness a living legend up close at Caffè Lena. \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \nNote: 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. \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/eric-anderson/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Copy-of-Copy-of-Eventbrite-Banners-34.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153121 CREATED:20250618T163614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T234523Z UID:10003871-1757012400-1757019600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Bright Series: Kassi Valazza DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nKassi Valazza’s music shimmers with emotional honesty\, painting vivid scenes of longing\, transition\, and resilience with a Southwestern hue and a Pacific Northwest ache. With a voice both smoky and tender\, Valazza writes songs that reckon with stagnation\, anxiety\, and growth—charting a path through the repetition of life’s harder lessons and into the light of transformation. \nRaised in Arizona\, trained in art school\, and forged in Portland’s roots scene\, Kassi found her voice through experience and trial\, quietly building a cult following with her previous albums Dear Dead Days and Kassi Valazza Knows Nothing. Now hailed as one of folk-Americana’s most compelling new voices\, she has shared the stage with artists like Melissa Carper and Riddy Arman\, and earned praise from NPR\, KEXP\, and MOJO. \nHer newest album\, From Newman Street\, follows that arc with poetic precision. Written half in Portland and half in New Orleans\, the record traces her personal evolution with striking vulnerability and lyrical grace. From the haunting lilt of “Weight of the Wheel” to the Joni Mitchell–tinged wit of “Your Heart’s a Tin Box\,” Valazza lays bare the highs and lows of self-discovery\, love\, and letting go. \nSAMPLE SONG \nJoin us for an unforgettable night with an artist whose songs don’t just tell stories—they reveal truths. With each performance\, Kassi Valazza invites listeners into a world of deep feeling\, gentle strength\, and unwavering authenticity. \nThe Bright Series brings us monthly shows featuring artists playing the venue for the first time. These are fresh\, contemporary roots-based bands and artists that are making waves on the national folk scene\, getting strong radio play\, charting\, releasing albums\, developing a strong following on social media\, touring hard\, and selling out venues. \nThe Bright Series is made possible by a generous gift from Kevin & Claudia Bright. \nStream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. \n \nNote: 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 6:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $21.69\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $23.86\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $11.93\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Folk Heritage Series: Jay Ungar & Molly Mason\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 11 • 8 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/kassi-valazza/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Eventbrite-Banners-28.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T153121 CREATED:20250206T145417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T162945Z UID:10003813-1756990800-1756998000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:School of Music Slow Jam DESCRIPTION:American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter \n\n \n Share:\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\nAll are Welcome! \nWE LOVE TO MEET NEW PICKERS\, \nAND WE LOVE PUTTING ON A GOOD SHOW FOR LISTENERS!\nTHERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS! \nSUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per person \nOur jams are all about sharing songs\, making new friends\, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music. \nALL 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. \nRed 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! \nWhat is a Slow Jam? \nIt 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. \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Doors Open\n Doors Open: 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n \n Price\n \n Member\n $27.11\n \n \n \n \n \n General\n $30.37\n \n \n \n \n \n Child or Student\n $15.18\n \n \n \n  \n inclusive of fees\n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Similar Events\n \n View All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Little Folks: City Birds\n\n American Roots Family\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 3 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Bright Series: Olive Klug\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 4 • 8 PM \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n Caffè Lena\n \n\n \n\n Matt Griffin Album Release with opener Jimi Woodul\n\n American Roots Folk Singer Songwriter\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 12 • 7 PM URL:https://www.caffelena.org/event/school-of-music-slow-jam-4/2025-09-04/ LOCATION:Caffè Lena\, 47 Phila Street\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, 12866\, United States CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/december-3-3.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR