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Tim Easton brings raw, road-worn storytelling and masterful songwriting shaped by decades of global touring and lived experience. |
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For one unforgettable night, Grammy-winning songwriter and Caffè Lena Artist-in-Residence Janis Ian takes the reins as host of our legendary Open Mic.Whether you're stepping onto the stage or cheering from the audience, this is your chance to experience one of Caffè Lena's most beloved traditions with one of folk music's greatest storytellers. Perform an original ... Open Mic with Special Guest Host Janis Ian |
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After living her early adulthood in New York City and South Florida, Johanna Martin returned to her native Upstate New York in 2016 and calls Saratoga Springs home. She was introduced to storytelling after meeting Jeannine Laverty, one of the hosts of our very own Open Mic Storytelling night here at Caffè Lena. She discovered ... Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Johanna Martin |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster 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 ... Folk Club Kids 
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Grammy-winning songwriter Loudon Wainwright III brings five decades of witty, poignant songs and masterful storytelling. |
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This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation!THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.ALL are welcome to join the circle for an ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Grammy-winning songwriter Loudon Wainwright III brings five decades of witty, poignant songs and masterful storytelling. |
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A Tribute to Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul & Mary by his folk singer daughter Bethany and multi instrumentalist Gordon Titcomb. |
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An interactive family concert with Broadway musicians, favorite songs, sing-alongs, and fun for kids of every age. 
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Mary Gauthier brings a celebration of the 20th Anniversary release of Mercy Now with special guest Jaimee Harris. |
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Tight brother harmonies, masterful picking, and heartfelt originals—The Gibson Brothers blend bluegrass drive with soulful country grace. 
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Tight brother harmonies, masterful picking, and heartfelt originals—The Gibson Brothers blend bluegrass drive with soulful country grace. |
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The Jazz at Caffè Lena series brings together top-tier musicians for a one-of-a-kind collaboration. No need to go to NYC for your jazz. |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster 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 ... Folk Club Kids |
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This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation!THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.ALL are welcome to join the circle for an ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Classic film music, good company, and the magic of the big screen withJillian Smith Trio & Friends for a Caffè Lena Fundraiser. |
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Trumpeter Skylar Tang leads her acclaimed quartet in an evening of original jazz, inspired improvisation, and lyrical compositions. |
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I'm happy to announce that Songwriting Club is back at Caffè Lena with a more structured time slot. "Second Saturday Songwriting Club" will meet (you guessed it) every second Saturday! Starting January 10th 10am - 12pm. Hosted by Reese Fulmer and Girl Blue! The club will meet monthly with special guests being a more "special" event. Bring your pens, pencils, instruments, thinking caps, favorite songs. January ... Songwriting Club 
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Acclaimed roots songwriter Cris Jacobs & the Cris Jacobs Band blend bluegrass, folk, blues, soul, & rock into unforgettable heartfelt songs |
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Looking for an opportunity to connect with local writers, actors, and directors? Want to share a theater piece you’re writing?We are off in August, then back September 13th and on the 2nd Sunday monthly from then on!A monthly meetup hosted by Caffe Lena for local writers, actors & directorsThe Second Sunday of the Month 1:30pm- ... Playwright’s Jam 
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The Gothard Sisters are contemporary Celtic folk multi-instrumentalists, composers & songwriters, blending global influences in their music. |
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OPEN MIC NIGHTDOORS 6:00PM // SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PMPlay 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 ... Open Mic |
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John Craigie brings sharp storytelling, strong songs, and his new album I Swam Here to Caffè Lena. 
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John Craigie brings sharp storytelling, strong songs, and his new album I Swam Here to Caffè Lena. |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster 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 ... Folk Club Kids 
All are welcome to join the circle for an evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. Red Spruce will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the ... Bluegrass Jam |
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Guitar Workshops with Bruce ThompsonLevel 1 9:15 am - 10:10 amLevel 2 10:15 am - 11:10 amLevel 3 11:15 am - 12:10 pmIf you are unsure of which level to sign up for email: [email protected] or [email protected] $195 for 9 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis class will focus on learning basic skills ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation!THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.ALL are welcome to join the circle for an ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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This quarterly event gives people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction the opportunity to share their creative work in a happy, drug-and-alcohol-free setting with the support of Caffe Lena's professional sound, lights and stage. Sober Salon is specifically for people in recovery. It welcomes any and all art, crafts, and performances. Bring a sweater ... Sober Salon |
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The Slambovian Circus of Dreams returns unplugged for an intimate trio performance of psychedelic Americana and rich storytelling. |
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Solo/duo acts will be competing for the honor of representing the Capital Region at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN. 
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Seamless vocal harmonies, instrumental virtuosity, and a genuine love of song by the Clements twins of Lonely Heartstring Band. |
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Legendary songwriter Chris Smither returns with masterful fingerpicking, sharp stories, and a voice NPR calls “gravel and molasses.” |
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OPEN MIC NIGHTDOORS 6:00PM // SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PMPlay 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 ... Open Mic |
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Esther Cohen is a writer, teacher, bookdoctor, and labor activist. For many years she ran Bread and Roses, a national cultural program for workers. She started a program called UnseenAmerica and co-founded the Clara Lemlich Awards for women activists. Her poem/photograph series with Matthew Septimus is featured at "On Being." She is the author of ... Poetry Open Mic Featuring Esther Cohen |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster 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 ... Folk Club Kids
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Drop The Mic!September 23 6pm -8pm $35The first program to effectively combine public speaking and technology in one cohesive package.Drop The Mic! was conceived when an aspiring political candidate wanted to gain more insight and confidence around public speaking. Although he didn’t win his election, he received numerous compliments - including from some of his ... Drop the Mic! |
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Guitar Workshops with Bruce ThompsonLevel 1 9:15 am - 10:10 amLevel 2 10:15 am - 11:10 amLevel 3 11:15 am - 12:10 pmIf you are unsure of which level to sign up for email: [email protected] or [email protected] $195 for 9 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis class will focus on learning basic skills ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation!THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.ALL are welcome to join the circle for an ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Reed Foehl writes beautifully crafted folk songs filled with honesty, heart, and the quiet power of great storytelling. |
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Bring your lunch & listen to a playlist curated by a Caffe Lena Community member. For the September edition of the Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour, our playlist curator will be community member, Janice Van Dyke! Maybe she'll even bring her singing dog Eli! The D.J. spinning those records will be the Rochmon himself – Chuck “Rochmon” ... Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour 
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Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter celebrate the release of her new album with their only Capital District show before their UK Tour! |
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Rex Fowler with his wife Dodie Pettit & their expanded band continue his Aztec Two-Step legacy, performing ATS fan favorites and forgotten. |
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Our 4th Annual Fiddles and Foliage Fundraiser for the Caffè Lena School of Music!High Rock Park Saratoga Springs 12pm-4pmAdmission Free!Sponsored by Morcon INCCelebrate the Caffè Lena School of Music with our most important school fundraiser of the year! Sept 27th at the beautiful High Rock Park in Saratoga Springs, NYBring the whole family for an ... The 4th Annual Fiddles and Foliage Fundraiser for the Caffè Lena School of Music 
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Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music. |
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Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music. |
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Join us for an evening of deep listening and musical storytelling with Rochmon Record Club at Caffè Lena. |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster 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 ... Folk Club Kids 
After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne11 weeks starting September 30thUse these links to sign up:2:45, 3:40, 4:35Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various ... After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne |
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Guitar Workshops with Bruce ThompsonLevel 1 9:15 am - 10:10 amLevel 2 10:15 am - 11:10 amLevel 3 11:15 am - 12:10 pmIf you are unsure of which level to sign up for email: [email protected] or [email protected] $195 for 9 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis class will focus on learning basic skills ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation!THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music.ALL are welcome to join the circle for an ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Banjo, blues, folk, and fire – GRAMMY winner Dom Flemons, "The American Songster," brings the spirit of American music to Caffè Lena. |
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Maswick & Brown: close harmonies, original songs & intricate acoustic guitar in a collaboration shaped by two very different musical paths. |
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