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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113621 CREATED:20251215T232933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T210648Z UID:10005831-1777737600-1777744800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Livingston Taylor with opener Alex Radus DESCRIPTION:Folk Global 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 \n Born in Boston and raised in North Carolina\, Livingston is the fourth child in a deeply musical family that includes Alex\, James\, Kate\, and Hugh Taylor. He picked up his first guitar at age 13 and recorded his first album at just 18\, launching a career defined by thoughtful songwriting\, stylistic range\, and an easy\, welcoming stage presence. From Top 40 hits like “I Will Be in Love with You” and “I’ll Come Running\,” to beloved songs such as “I Can Dream of You” and “Boatman” (both recorded by his brother James)\, Livingston’s catalog is rich with well-crafted\, introspective songs that resonate across generations. His repertoire moves effortlessly between folk\, pop\, jazz\, gospel\, and Broadway standards\, blending storytelling\, warmth\, and musical depth. A lifelong road warrior\, Livingston has shared stages with artists including Joni Mitchell\, Linda Ronstadt\, Fleetwood Mac\, Jimmy Buffett\, and Jethro Tull\, and continues to tour internationally. His shows are peppered with personal stories\, humor\, and the kind of relaxed authenticity that makes every audience feel like they’re in on the conversation. In addition to performing\, Livingston is a full professor at Berklee College of Music\, where he has taught his celebrated Stage Performance course since 1989. His book Stage Performance extends those lessons to artists everywhere\, reflecting a career devoted not only to music\, but to mentoring the next generation. SAMPLE SONG In recognition of his five decades of music-making\, January 18\, 2017 was officially declared “Livingston Taylor Day”by the City of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We’re thrilled to welcome Livingston Taylor back to Caffè Lena for two intimate shows on Friday\, May 2. Choose your show (or come to both!)—and settle in for an evening of songs\, stories\, and masterful musicianship from one of folk music’s most enduring voices. Opening for Livingston is Alex Radus – a “versatile crooner” (UMC Nashville) and “master guitarist” (Courier News)\, but his songwriting takes center stage. Known for his signature “genre whiplash\,” he blends whimsical and poignant storytelling with an eclectic mix of Americana\, swing\, blues\, and folk. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 \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 \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 Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini\n\n Global Jazz\n \n \n \n \n event\n \n \n\n \n Apr 10 • 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/livingston-taylor/ 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/2025/12/Livingston-Taylor.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20251215T234112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T210818Z UID:10005832-1777752000-1777759200@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Livingston Taylor with opener Alex Radus 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 \n Born in Boston and raised in North Carolina\, Livingston is the fourth child in a deeply musical family that includes Alex\, James\, Kate\, and Hugh Taylor. He picked up his first guitar at age 13 and recorded his first album at just 18\, launching a career defined by thoughtful songwriting\, stylistic range\, and an easy\, welcoming stage presence. From Top 40 hits like “I Will Be in Love with You” and “I’ll Come Running\,” to beloved songs such as “I Can Dream of You” and “Boatman” (both recorded by his brother James)\, Livingston’s catalog is rich with well-crafted\, introspective songs that resonate across generations. His repertoire moves effortlessly between folk\, pop\, jazz\, gospel\, and Broadway standards\, blending storytelling\, warmth\, and musical depth. A lifelong road warrior\, Livingston has shared stages with artists including Joni Mitchell\, Linda Ronstadt\, Fleetwood Mac\, Jimmy Buffett\, and Jethro Tull\, and continues to tour internationally. His shows are peppered with personal stories\, humor\, and the kind of relaxed authenticity that makes every audience feel like they’re in on the conversation. In addition to performing\, Livingston is a full professor at Berklee College of Music\, where he has taught his celebrated Stage Performance course since 1989. His book Stage Performance extends those lessons to artists everywhere\, reflecting a career devoted not only to music\, but to mentoring the next generation. SAMPLE SONG In recognition of his five decades of music-making\, January 18\, 2017 was officially declared “Livingston Taylor Day”by the City of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We’re thrilled to welcome Livingston Taylor back to Caffè Lena for two intimate shows on Friday\, May 2. Choose your show (or come to both!)—and settle in for an evening of songs\, stories\, and masterful musicianship from one of folk music’s most enduring voices. Opening for Livingston is Alex Radus – a “versatile crooner” (UMC Nashville) and “master guitarist” (Courier News)\, but his songwriting takes center stage. Known for his signature “genre whiplash\,” he blends whimsical and poignant storytelling with an eclectic mix of Americana\, swing\, blues\, and folk. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.  \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/livingston-taylor-2/ 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/2025/12/Livingston-Taylor-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20251126T153433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T185533Z UID:10005771-1777816800-1777824000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:ONLINE: Songwriting Intensive with Gretchen Peters 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 \n A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters For over two decades\, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville's most beloved and respected artists. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell\, who called her "both a songwriter and a poet\,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as diverse as Etta James\, Bonnie Raitt\, The Neville Brothers\, Patty Loveless\, George Strait\, Bryan Adams and Faith Hill. Her song “Independence Day” won a CMA Song of the Year award in 1995. She has been nominated for 2 Grammys\, a Golden Globe\, and numerous other awards. Part One: Sundays March 1 – 22\, 2025 Part Two: Sundays April 12 – May 3\, 2025 On ZOOM 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT ( the two week break between is time for implementing what you learned in preparation for part two) Each class will run approximately 2 hours. All sessions are recorded and will be made available for review within 48 hours. One of the oldest phrases in any language is ‘tell me a story.’ Songwriting is storytelling\, and telling your story in a compelling way is all about authenticity and detail. It’s about what you say\, and what you don’t say. It’s about the truth\, but not necessarily the facts. In this workshop\, we’ll explore the process of songwriting—the art and the craft\, and the delicate balance between the two. We’ll learn how to keep a sense of creative play and when (and how) to welcome your inner critic into the room. We’ll find ways to work through “writer’s block.” We’ll learn that only through the specific do you achieve the universal—and that’s the holy grail in songwriting and all writing. We write to find out who we are\, and in the process we find out we are not alone. – Gretchen Class Description This 2 month intensive workshop with Gretchen will be divided into two parts. In Part One\, we’ll focus on: Writing authentically: how to build the back story for your charactersUsing detail and imagery in your lyricsUsing your subconscious as your compassHow to keep your sense of creative play alive and when to “invite the editor” into the writing roomFinding and fine-tuning your melody and chordsStructure: song forms and rhyme schemesIn Part Two\, you will bring your songs to play for Gretchen and the class each week\, and we’ll use these feedback sessions as “teachable moments” for the whole class. This is where a lot of the lessons of the previous four weeks really sink in – seeing the concepts we’ve talked about actually put into practice. You will “graduate” with many more tools for your songwriting toolkit\, including: Focusing your song’s POV – thinking of songs filmicallyHow to access your subconscious during the writing processHow verse order can change everythingWhy it’s better to let the song tell you “what it’s about”How to edit your song\, and what to look out for in the editing processWhat to do when you’re stuckSongwriting promptsThe care and feeding of your creative selfBring to our first class Pen & paper or your preferred way of taking notes An open heart and mind How to prepare: In addition\, please do Morning Pages for at least one week leading up to the class. Click here for a description of Morning Pages. It is ESSENTIAL that you do this exercise first thing in the morning – before coffee\, before breakfast\, before anything. Do not edit\, cross out\, analyze or otherwise “judge” your three pages – don’t think\, just write. This is meant to be stream of consciousness writing – it doesn’t need to have form\, rhyme\, or shape. You will not be required to show your Morning Pages to the class; it’s for your eyes only \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/online-songwriting-intensive-with-gretchen-peters/2026-05-03/ LOCATION:Online\, Streaming On Zoom CATEGORIES:Class ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.caffelena.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/december-19.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260220T000430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T025540Z UID:10006137-1778270400-1778277600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Folk Heritage Series: Eric Andersen Acoustic Duo with Steve Addabbo 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 \n 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. He’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.  With 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. There is a full-length documentary about Eric Andersen The Songpoet (released 2019) and available for streaming on PBS. Eric’s latest studio album\, Dance of Love and Death (2025)\, features 17 new original songs. Released in October 2025\, it marks his first album of new studio material since 2003 and features contributions from artists including Steve Addabbo (who is also the album producer)\, Lenny Kaye\, Larry Campbell\, and others.  SAMPLE SONG  HISTORY Eric 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 has worked on many of Eric’s albums including Ghosts Upon the Road (1989)\, Stages: the Lost Album (1991) \, Memory Of the Future (1998)\, and You Can’t Relive the Past (2000) – the title track co-written and performed by Eric and Lou Reed. Eric on Fender Rhodes\, appears on Steve’’s first solo album Out of Nothing. Join 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. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.  \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/folk-heritage-series-eric-andersen-acoustic-duo-with-steve-addabbo/ 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/2026/02/Eric-Andersen.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20251216T201825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T203426Z UID:10005837-1778320800-1778328000@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Songwriting Club 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 \n 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 10th  10am – 12pm $5 donation cookies and coffee by donation \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/songwriting-club-2/2026-05-09/ 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/2025/12/december-23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260221T201614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T000921Z UID:10006140-1778421600-1778428800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Skidmore Songwriters 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 \n What better way to celebrate Skidmore College’s Songwriting Workshop than to showcase these talented students' work at Caffè Lena? Join Adam Tinkle and his class for a concert of sometimes nostalgic\, sometimes fun\, but always thoughtful songwriting! This community concert gives Saratogians a chance to experience the hard work going on in Skidmore’s celebrated music department. Free admission – donations welcome. Caffe Lena’s full menu will be available. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.  \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/skidmore-songwriters-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/2026/02/Skidmore-Songwriters.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260510T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260219T192528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T230335Z UID:10006134-1778439600-1778446800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Gary Louris of The Jayhawks 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 \n A Master Songwriter • Alt-Country Pioneer • Voice of The Jayhawks Few artists have shaped the sound of modern Americana quite like Gary Louris. As the longtime frontman\, songwriter\, and creative force behind The Jayhawks\, Louris helped define a generation of roots-influenced rock with music celebrated for its emotional depth\, luminous melodies\, and timeless craftsmanship. Over more than three decades\, his artistry and integrity have earned him a devoted international following and the deep respect of fellow musicians. Beyond The Jayhawks\, Louris has explored an extraordinary range of collaborations. He has been a founding member of the alt-rock collective Golden Smog\, worked with artists including Wilco\, Lucinda Williams\, Nickel Creek\, and Counting Crows\, and contributed songs to GRAMMY®-winning projects by The Chicks and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Whether producing\, writing\, or performing\, his musical voice remains unmistakable. It’s thoughtful\, melodic\, and deeply human. Louris’s solo work reveals the same emotional clarity that has long defined his songwriting. His most recent release\, Dark Country (Thirty Tigers)\, arrived to widespread acclaim\, with Spin naming it one of the standout albums of 2025. Introspective yet expansive\, the record highlights a songwriter still pushing forward while remaining rooted in the traditions that shaped him. At Caffè Lena\, audiences can expect an intimate evening with one of America’s great songwriters. His music is delivered with warmth\, honesty\, and the quiet power of a seasoned storyteller. It’s a rare opportunity to experience Gary Louris up close\, where every lyric lands and every note resonates. SAMPLE SONG Join us for a night of beautifully crafted songs from an artist whose work continues to influence and inspire. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/gary-louris-of-the-jayhawks/ 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/2026/02/Gary-Louris.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260304T205326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260307T150526Z UID:10006147-1778700600-1778707800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:John Gorka 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 \n “…the leading singer/songwriter of the New Folk movement.” — Rolling Stone Few voices in contemporary folk are as instantly recognizable as John Gorka’s. With a rich baritone that carries both gravity and warmth\, Gorka has spent more than four decades writing songs that are thoughtful\, wry\, deeply human\, and beautifully crafted. He first found his footing in the late 1970s at the legendary Pennsylvania coffeehouse Godfrey Daniels\, where he lived in the basement\, ran sound\, and absorbed the influence of visiting folk greats. From there\, he stepped into the famed Fast Folk circle in New York City\, won the Kerrville New Folk Award in 1984\, and soon emerged as one of the defining songwriters of his generation. Since the release of his debut album I Know in 1987\, Gorka has built a remarkable catalog of critically acclaimed recordings. His songs blend intelligence\, tenderness\, and quiet wit\, and have been recorded and performed by artists including Mary Chapin Carpenter\, Nanci Griffith\, and Mary Black. Over the years\, he has appeared on Austin City Limits\, Mountain Stage\, and stages across North America and Europe\, earning a devoted international following. John’s music moves fluidly between the intimate and the expansive. His lyrics linger. His melodies unfold gently but with purpose. And live\, in a listening room like Caffè Lena\, every nuance has space to breathe. SAMPLE SONG Join us for an evening with one of folk music’s most enduring and beloved voices — a songwriter whose work continues to resonate with depth\, honesty\, and heart. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.  \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/john-gorka-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/2026/03/John-Gorka-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260219T234429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T000026Z UID:10006136-1778785200-1778792400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Abigail Lapel 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 \n “Abigail writes songs that stop you right in your tracks.” — Brooklyn Vegan Award-winning Toronto songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Abigail Lapell brings her spellbinding new music to Caffè Lena — a voice both timeless and unmistakably her own. Lapell returns with More Songs About Love\, the extended companion to her JUNO-nominated album Anniversary. Produced with Tony Dekker of Great Lake Swimmers and recorded inside a 200-year-old church in Niagara-on-the-Lake\, the album carries a haunting resonance — every note shaped by natural acoustics that feel almost otherworldly. The result is a collection of love songs that shimmer with intimacy\, balancing luminous ballads\, intricate fingerstyle guitar\, and raw poetic storytelling. A three-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner with more than 60 million streams\, Lapell has steadily earned recognition as a thoughtful and distinctive voice in contemporary folk. Her songs explore longing\, devotion\, memory\, and the passage of time with breathtaking honesty — transforming familiar themes into something mysterious\, cinematic\, and deeply felt. Critics have called her work “understated yet seductive” (No Depression) and “the new generation’s heart-rending answer to Tapestry’s call” (Exclaim!). Whether performing at SXSW\, Americanafest\, or major folk festivals across North America and Europe\, Lapell captivates audiences with a stage presence that is both powerful and disarmingly intimate. At Caffè Lena — where listening is an art — her music will have the space it deserves. SAMPLE SONG Join us for an unforgettable evening of haunting melodies\, emotional depth\, beautifully crafted songwriting and the kind of performance that invites deep listening. This is folk music at its most transportive — and an artist you’ll be grateful to discover. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/abigail-lapel/ 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/2026/02/Abigail-Lapell-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113622 CREATED:20260311T214910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T203637Z UID:10006166-1778961600-1778968800@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:STOP MOTION TOUR ‘26 : An Evening with ANDREW DUHON 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 \n Born\, raised\, shaped\, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans\, Louisiana\, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories as they are about telling his own.  Rounding out the touring trio are two of his most trusted collaborators—Myles Weeks (James Hunter Six\, Eric Lindell) on bass and Jim Kolacek (Feufollett) on drums.  Blending the gritty\, bluesy\, folksy\, country sounds of his home with the experience of traversing the country and immersing himself in the broad array of cultures across the American landscape\, Andrew’s music creates real connection between former strangers through song. As he puts it\, “When a song written by a stranger heals you\, even in the smallest way\, that's a connection beyond entertainment.” Andrew has shared stages with Guster\, Blind Pilot\, and Amos Lee\, among others\, and has performed at major festivals across the US including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival\, Milwaukee Summerfest\, Bonnaroo\, and Americanafest.  His music has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine\, Jam In The Van\, Meat Church\, as well as in Glide Magazine\, No Depression\, and American Songwriter. SAMPLE SONG Can't make it to the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/stop-motion-tour-26-an-evening-with-andrew-duhon/ 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/2026/03/Andrew-Duhon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113623 CREATED:20251118T200902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T202532Z UID:10005705-1779480000-1779487200@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Sawyer Fredericks 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 \n Sawyer Fredericks is an award-winning Americana singer-songwriter from a small family farm in upstate New York\, known for his emotive vocals\, honest storytelling\, and raw\, roots-driven sound. At just 16\, he gained national attention as the winner of Season 8 of The Voice\, captivating millions with his soulful interpretations and grounded presence. Since then\, Sawyer has carved his own artistic path\, choosing independence and creative freedom over industry expectations. His debut album A Good Storm established him as a rising force\, while his self-released albums Hide Your Ghost and Flowers For You deepened his artistic identity\, earning critical acclaim and top honors at the Independent Music Awards. Songs like “Born” and “Amen” resonated far beyond the folk world\, landing on SiriusXM\, curated folk playlists\, and playlists celebrating authentic modern songwriting. In 2025\, Sawyer released No Need To Wonder\, a folk-rock album shaped by themes of home\, environmental responsibility\, personal reflection\, and the ties that bind us to the land and to one another. The work reflects his lived experience — rooted\, introspective\, and deeply connected to nature. SAMPLE SONG Whether performing solo or with his band\, Sawyer invites audiences into an intimate musical space where vulnerability\, story\, and melody become shared ground. Praise for Sawyer Fredericks: “Fredericks has put on full display his talents\, from songwriting to singing and a command of his instrument that continues to grow.” – The Daily Gazette “I’m convinced he would’ve had a place in The Band if they ever needed a distinctive rural voice.” – Americana Highways Expect a performance that’s stirring\, soulful\, and full of heart. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Live stream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/sawyer-fredericks/ 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/2025/11/image-25.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113623 CREATED:20251118T202253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T203826Z UID:10005706-1779566400-1779573600@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Sawyer Fredericks 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 \n Sawyer Fredericks is an award-winning Americana singer-songwriter from a small family farm in upstate New York\, known for his emotive vocals\, honest storytelling\, and raw\, roots-driven sound. At just 16\, he gained national attention as the winner of Season 8 of The Voice\, captivating millions with his soulful interpretations and grounded presence. Since then\, Sawyer has carved his own artistic path\, choosing independence and creative freedom over industry expectations. His debut album A Good Storm established him as a rising force\, while his self-released albums Hide Your Ghost and Flowers For You deepened his artistic identity\, earning critical acclaim and top honors at the Independent Music Awards. Songs like “Born” and “Amen” resonated far beyond the folk world\, landing on SiriusXM\, curated folk playlists\, and playlists celebrating authentic modern songwriting. In 2025\, Sawyer released No Need To Wonder\, a folk-rock album shaped by themes of home\, environmental responsibility\, personal reflection\, and the ties that bind us to the land and to one another. The work reflects his lived experience — rooted\, introspective\, and deeply connected to nature. SAMPLE SONG Whether performing solo or with his band\, Sawyer invites audiences into an intimate musical space where vulnerability\, story\, and melody become shared ground. Praise for Sawyer Fredericks: “Fredericks has put on full display his talents\, from songwriting to singing and a command of his instrument that continues to grow.” – The Daily Gazette “I’m convinced he would’ve had a place in The Band if they ever needed a distinctive rural voice.” – Americana Highways Expect a performance that’s stirring\, soulful\, and full of heart. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Live stream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. \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 \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 \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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/sawyer-fredericks-2/ 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/2025/11/image-26.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260524T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T113623 CREATED:20260402T143240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T144827Z UID:10006193-1779649200-1779656400@www.caffelena.org SUMMARY:Bob Dylan Birthday Tribute 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 \n Caffè Lena will celebrate the 85th birthday of Bob Dylan with a special evening of live music honoring one of the most influential songwriters ever. Hosted by Michael Eck\, the respected roots musician and longtime chronicler of the region’s music scene\, the concert brings together a diverse lineup of Capital Region artists\, each offering their own take on Dylan’s work. Eck himself has been recognized among the area’s leading songwriters\, earning multiple wins from the Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards (The Eddies).  A Caffè Lena Board Member\, Eck\, who is staging this show as a benefit for the venue\, says of his cohort\, “Bob Dylan is the father of us all.” Along with the late Dale Metzger\, Eck produced and hosted a long string of Bob Dylan Birthday Bashes at Union College early in the 21st century. The evening features: Julia Alsarraf\, a rising voice in the indie and alternative scene\, known for her emotionally direct songwriting and distinctive vocal style.The BlueBillies\, a Capital Region bluegrass group rooted in traditional sounds\, bringing tight harmonies and driving acoustic energy.Buggy Jive\, a genre-blending musician with strong songwriting and lyrics heavily influenced by literature\, referencing authors like T.S. Eliot\, Ralph Ellison and Toni Morrison to address complex modern social issues\, also recognized among the region’s standout artists and Eddies nominees. Girl Blue (Arielle O’Keefe)\, an award-winning singer-songwriter whose deeply personal songs and powerful voice have earned national attention and a devoted following.Chuck Lamb\, acclaimed jazz pianist and longtime host of Caffè Lena’s Jazz Series\, known for his expressive playing and wide-ranging musical collaborations.Kate McDonnell\, a seasoned songwriter and performer whose work blends folk\, jazz\, and pop influences with sharp lyrical insight.Together\, these artists will explore Dylan’s expansive catalog\, from early folk songs to later-era compositions\, offering fresh interpretations shaped by their own musical perspectives. Caffè Lena holds a unique place in Dylan’s history. In 1961\, a young Bob Dylan performed three nights at the venue for his first weekend beyond the Greenwich Village folk scene\, making this celebration both a tribute and a continuation of that connection. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming\, two week access to recent shows\, and Caffe Lena's video archive.  Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice\, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.  \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 $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 \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets \n \n Streaming\n \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 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/bob-dylan-birthday-tribute/ 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/2026/04/Dylan-Birthday-Bash.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR