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SUMMARY:John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Stick on moustaches will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets. \nWe are recording the performances. We intend on starting a NEW YouTube site in the future and would like to post selective performances. If you DO NOT want your video online please inform the JHH volunteer (Bob) recording with the smart phone at the center table. \nExcellent alcohol-free venue for people from their teens and upward to perform in a friendly\, welcoming atmosphere.\nCome to perform or just listen.  The JHH crew is looking forward to seeing you! John Henry’s Hammer – It’s that traditional coffee house feel without the (cough!) cigarette smoke.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-open-mic/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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SUMMARY:Louise Coombe
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret seating. BYOB & snacks Door open at 7:00 pm \n$20 Members/ $22 non-members in advance ; $25 at the door (if available) \n  \nLouise Coombe grew up on a farm in middle TN with English parents; is a late bloomer; writes lots of Americana-folk songs and tells the stories behind them. Compared to Nanci Griffith\, Emmy Lou Harris and Alison Krauss\, she’s opened shows for America\, Joe Ely\, Jonatha Brooke\, Allison Moorer\, Greg Trooper\, Malcomb Holcombe\, Mindy Smith and Cliff Eberhardt. Her shows are warm\, intimate\, funny and thought-provoking\, as she weaves together narratives between songs peppered with humorous personal stories and historical anecdotes with her unique Southern point of view. \nCabaret seating. BYOB & snacks! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/louise-coombe/
LOCATION:Parish Center for the Arts\, Westford MA\, 10 Lincoln Street\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse,Folksinger
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T213000
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse November\, 2025 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its November\, 2025 Showcase. The performers are Dolores Bourque with Ric Page and Tom Sullivan\, Jim Gould\, John Loretz and Anne Sandstrom\, and Angela Masciale.  We have a group of very talented musicians this month with a nice variety of music which will make for a very entertaining show.  Each performer will do about a 30 minute set.The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-november-2025-showcase/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000
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SUMMARY:Naomi Westwater
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/an-evening-with-naomi-westwater/
LOCATION:Live from the Living Room\, Melrose MA\, 647 Main St\, Melrose\, MA\, 02176\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Folksinger,Music,Singer-songwriter
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SUMMARY:House of Hamil - Upcyled Celtic Folk
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania-based House of Hamil is a fixture on festival stages across the US\, and have shared their music and stories on the country’s premier folk stages.  Their original song “Banks of the Brandywine” was a Grand Prize winner in the 2024 John Lennon Songwriting Contest\, and the video for their all-violin cover of “Sweet Child O’Mine” amassed over 16 million views on Facebook\, where it was shared over 400\,000 times. \nThe band’s newest release\, “Wildfire” marks House of Hamil’s most compelling work to date.  Featuring their strongest and most exciting songwriting\, “Wildfire” is filled with lyrical depth\, sophisticated vocal and instrumental arrangements\, and hooks that are simply irresistible.  This album captures the vibrant energy and creativity that have become the hallmarks of a House of Hamil live show. \nWhether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels\, adding lush three-part harmonies into traditional folk ballads\, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road\, House of Hamil puts on a show that captivates audiences from the very first note. \n“Great hooks\, eclectic arrangements and tuneful melodies that will certainly reach listeners from all walks of life.” – Jeff Goble\, Folk N Rock \n“Their songs are always on the edge of tradition and innovation… their performances are electrifying.” – Sarah MacArthur— Highlander Radio \n  \nSee houseofhamil.com for more information. \nTickets are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the concert. Doors open at 7:00 and the show begins at 7:30.  Go to Eventbrite to purchase tickets. \nClick to buy tickets now.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/house-of-hamil-upcyled-celtic-folk/
LOCATION:New Revival Coffeehouse\, Stow MA\, 353 Great Rd\, Stow\, MA\, 01775\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse,Concert,Folksinger
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SUMMARY:The Kennedys - Nov. 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Kennedys release their first CD of all newly minted original songs in five years! \n“If you get a charge from a rich folk rock vibe\, love a super sharp guitar lick\, or appreciate a moving story song\, you will find all of that on The Kennedy’s Headwinds. Pete Kennedy’s astonishing range on any guitar he touches deftly underpins every mood of Maura Kennedy’s warm\, lyrical voice. You’ll get no resistance from these Headwinds\, only pleasure.” \n– Marilyn Rea Beyer\, Host\, WFMT’s The Midnight Special & Folkstage \nSongwriting duo Pete and Maura Kennedy make a strong return to the studio and stage after three years of weekly live-streamed lockdown-era concerts. They took the opportunity to explore classic songwriting in depth\, performing over a thousand songs during the pandemic. That vast overview strengthened and refined their own writing and laid the foundation for this new collection of original\, socially-conscious songs. \n“After such a deep dive into American roots music\, we felt like we had a new set of writing tools. We were ready to create this body of work\, and there’s just SO much to write about\,” says Maura. “During our five-year hiatus from writing and recording\, America changed in massive ways\, divisive ways that have shaken our whole foundation. That has to be addressed by creative artists\, those of us who have a voice to speak for others. Our love of the great things about this country\, things that are under threat\, is the reason we decided to make “Headwinds” the title track of the CD. Political and social headwinds are making it hard to get back “home’ to our greatness as a nation. We want to push back in a positive way against those winds.” \nIn addition to singing and writing\, Pete and Maura are multi-instrumentalists. The thirteen songs are cast in a soundscape that draws from the classic canon of American roots\, in keeping with the theme of getting back “home” as a nation. Acoustic and electric guitars\, a vintage steel guitar\, a gospel-inflected piano/organ mix\, and even a slide ukulele all add colors to a songbag of sounds that have drawn us together during hard times. Pete and Maura believe that those sounds still have the power to pull us through again. \nThe Kennedys began their writing and touring life three decades ago as members of Nanci Griffith’s Blue Moon Orchestra\, developing their own sound as a frequent support act on Nanci’s tours across America\, Ireland\, Scotland and England. Collaborations with Nanci continued\, culminating in Pete and Maura producing her final album\, “Intersections.” Along the way\, they hosted a nationwide radio program\, “The Dharma Cafe” on Sirius/XM\, wrote and released sixteen CDs of original music\, and have been core artists on folk radio\, expanding their audience further with the inception of the AAA and Americana formats.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-kennedys-nov-15-2025/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Folksinger,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T213000
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SUMMARY:Susan Werner
DESCRIPTION:Over the course of her twenty five year career\, Susan Werner has earned a reputation as “one of the most innovative songwriters working today” (Chicago Tribune). With formidable chops on guitar (she began playing at age 5) and piano (she was a guest on Marian McPartland’s Piano Jazz)\, along with a graduate degree in voice performance\, her shows are a one-woman master class in musicianship. Although best known as an acoustic songwriter that came up through coffeehouses and folk festivals\, the Chicago-based artist has written songs in the style of Gershwin and Cole Porter\, gospel music\, traditional Cuban “son”\, and New Orleans junk piano. \nLexi Ugelow will open
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/susan-werner-3/
LOCATION:Follen Folk Nights\, Lexington MA\, 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Folksinger,Multi-instrumentalist,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T213000
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SUMMARY:John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Stick on moustaches will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets. \nWe are recording the performances. We intend on starting a NEW YouTube site in the future and would like to post selective performances. If you DO NOT want your video online please inform the JHH volunteer (Bob) recording with the smart phone at the center table. \nExcellent alcohol-free venue for people from their teens and upward to perform in a friendly\, welcoming atmosphere.\nCome to perform or just listen.  The JHH crew is looking forward to seeing you! John Henry’s Hammer – It’s that traditional coffee house feel without the (cough!) cigarette smoke.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-open-mic-2/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251105T212005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T212005Z
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SUMMARY:John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Stick on moustaches will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets. \nWe are recording the performances. We intend on starting a NEW YouTube site in the future and would like to post selective performances. If you DO NOT want your video online please inform the JHH volunteer (Bob) recording with the smart phone at the center table. \nExcellent alcohol-free venue for people from their teens and upward to perform in a friendly\, welcoming atmosphere.\nCome to perform or just listen.  The JHH crew is looking forward to seeing you! John Henry’s Hammer – It’s that traditional coffee house feel without the (cough!) cigarette smoke.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-open-mic-3/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T213000
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SUMMARY:Cold Chocolate
DESCRIPTION:$20 (members) in Advance; $22 (non-members) in Advance ;$25 at the door (if available ) \nCabaret seating. BYOB & Snacks. Doors open at 7:00 PM \nCold Chocolate is a genre-bending Americana band that fuses folk\, funk and bluegrass to create a unique sound all their own. Led by Ethan Robbins (vocals/guitar/mandolin) and Ariel Bernstein (vocals/percussion/banjo)\, the Boston-based duo released their fifth full-length album in the fall of 2023. Punctuated by tight harmonies and skillful musicianship\, Cold Chocolate has quickly gained recognition for their original music and high-energy shows. The band has shared bills with Leftover Salmon\, David Grisman\, and Angelique Kidjo\, and regularly performs at venues and music festivals across the country. \nCabaret seating. BYOB & Snacks.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/cold-chocolate/
LOCATION:Parish Center for the Arts\, Westford MA\, 10 Lincoln Street\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse
ORGANIZER;CN="Parish Center for the Arts":MAILTO:admin@pcawestford.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251006T151428Z
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SUMMARY:Catie Curtis
DESCRIPTION:About Catie \nFor over 25 years\, Catie toured full-time as a singer/songwriter in the US and Europe\, releasing 14 recordings and selling over 250\,000 CDs (not to mention streaming and downloads). She has recorded her acoustic folk-rock tunes for major (EMI Guardian) and independent (Rykodisc\, Vanguard and Compass) labels\, collaborating with some of the finest musicians and producers in the country. Her songs have been featured in several films and multiple tv shows\, and she performed several times at the White House during the Obama administration. Her audience knows she’s not afraid to speak up about political issues and to stand up for the LGBTQ community. She’s intensely grateful for those years on the road\, and honored to know that her music has been an integral part of so many people’s lives. \nIn 2017\, Catie explored a desire to work locally rather than spending so much time on the road. She got a master’s degree in counseling and is now a psychotherapist in Newburyport\, MA. She seeks a balance between her work as a therapist and an artist. “I still need and want to create music. Writing is still how I make sense of my life and the world around me. I still love getting out to play shows and connect with people.” Fortunately\, it’s important to her fans\, too.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/catie-curtis-dec-13/
LOCATION:Stone Soup Coffeehouse\, 88 Meeting Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T213000
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SUMMARY:Open Mic Night at The Music Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Over the last couple years we have tried a lot of things on our open mic stage. In Season 42\, we held workshops for developing musicians. in Season 43\, we invited hosts of other open mics around the state to feature on our stage. We trained new sound engineers only to forgo all the tech. It’s now musicians and audiences in a room together – a room designed for music to flow and flourish. \nEd Dean returns as our open mic host\, opening the doors to The Music Mansion. It’s a welcoming environment for beginners\, new artists\, and veteran local musicians. The Open Mic Series is one of the ways we practice what we preach and Ed is an  incredible minister for this community. Hope to see you there.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/open-mic-night-at-the-music-mansion/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Stone Soup Coffeehouse\, 88 Meeting Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02906\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251226T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
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SUMMARY:NO-John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, but JHH Open Mic is taking the day after Christmas off so we can stay home to play with our new toys that Santa brought. See you in the new year.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/no-john-henrys-hammer-open-mic/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T213000
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SUMMARY:John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Stick on moustaches will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets. \nWe are recording the performances. We intend on starting a NEW YouTube site in the future and would like to post selective performances. If you DO NOT want your video online please inform the JHH volunteer (Bob) recording with the smart phone at the center table. \nExcellent alcohol-free venue for people from their teens and upward to perform in a friendly\, welcoming atmosphere.\nCome to perform or just listen.  The JHH crew is looking forward to seeing you! John Henry’s Hammer – It’s that traditional coffee house feel without the (cough!) cigarette smoke.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-open-mic-4/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T193000
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SUMMARY:Cormac McCarthy
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret Seating. BYOB & Snacks. Doors open at 7:00 PM \n$20 Members/ $22 non-members in advance ; $25 at the door (if available) \n  \n\n\n\n\nRooted in rural New England since the age of ten\, McCarthy grew up in towns where the economies teetered on marginal subsistence from logging and paper and woolen mills. It wasn’t until his sister made a visit home from college\, bringing an armful of recordings by Dylan\, Baez\, and Eric Anderson\, that things clicked musically for McCarthy: he traded his clarinet for a Western Auto guitar\, purchasing the Black Diamond strings across the street at the barber shop. Through his music Cormac has succeeded in bringing lyrical magic to some of these rougher edges of life. \nCormac has performed nationally on many stages including three times at the Newport Folk Festival\, twice on NPR’s Mountain Stage Live Radio Show\, Boston’s WUMB Folk Radio 10th anniversary celebration\, headlined at the Night of Humor and Songwriters and American Troubadours with Eric Andersen and Townes Van Zandt at Boston’s Somerville Theater\, Ben & Jerry’s One World\, One Heart Festival\, Falcon Ridge Folk Festival and more. \nCabaret Seating. BYOB & Snacks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/cormac-mccarthy/
LOCATION:Parish Center for the Arts\, Westford MA\, 10 Lincoln Street\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse,Singer-songwriter
ORGANIZER;CN="Parish Center for the Arts":MAILTO:admin@pcawestford.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251221T225709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T231244Z
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse January\, 2026 Showcase - Special Event
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its January\, 2026 Showcase. Unlike our usual Showcase events\, we have only two performers – Ric Page and The Fretbenders (Dee and Bob Kordas)  These are three exceptionally talented musicians and performers and they will each be doing extended sets of an hour\, each.  They will provide a nice variety of music which will make for a very entertaining show.  .The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-january-2026-showcase-special-event/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251230T223712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T223712Z
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SUMMARY:The Lion Sisters
DESCRIPTION:The Lion Sisters grew up on a farm in rural New England surrounded by music. They began learning fiddle (Josi) and guitar (Lily) at an early age and soon began creating music together. Josi and Lily work together writing their songs\, combining topics they care about as well as stories their imaginations create. Their music is a fresh and contemporary take on their Bluegrass\, Country\, Celtic and Folk roots\, and the lyrics are both playful and meaningful.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-lion-sisters/
LOCATION:Not Just Another Coffeehouse\, Sharon MA\, 4 North Main St.\, Sharon\, MA\, 02067\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Coffeehouse
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20250702T012629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T012915Z
UID:10000849-1768678200-1768687200@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:Monica Rizzio - Jan. 17\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:A bonfire on a beach. A couple of days with the one you love. Simply doing…nothing. The little joys in life. Americana singer-songwriter Monica Rizzio’s new album\, Sunshine Is Free\, is all about the simple things that make it all worth it. The concept for Sunshine Is Free was born on the road\, as Rizzio spent time under open skies while touring. Realizing she needed to step outside of a New England winter to write the follow-up to 2016’s Washashore Cowgirl\, Rizzio spent the fall of 2018 traveling from her home in Cape Cod to Nashville for writing sessions. Over a week in April at Skinny Elephant Recording\, she and producer Michael Rinne (Caroline Spence\, Erin Rae & The Meanwhiles\, Kelsey Waldon) as well as a stacked lineup of guest musicians including Mindy Smith\, Maya de Vitry\, Gwen Sebastian\, Joe Pisapia\, Will Kimbrough\, and Eamon McLoughlin\, Rizzio created a collection that focuses on finding joy in simpler things and looking for the silver lining of difficult situations. \nTitle track “Sunshine Is Free” is an upbeat number\, expanded by an infectious bass line and a rollicking banjo. The Boot says the song is “a reminder of the beautiful\, happiness-inducing parts of life\, from the free to the pricey\, the minuscule to the massive.” “Nothin’” romanticizes a perfect day without a to-do list\, spent reading Hemingway and sipping on a glass of wine. Billboard noted the track’s “delicate acoustic guitar\, steady percussion\, soaring electric guitar parts and warm vocals.” The upbeat rocker “Story of My New Year” showcases Rizzio’s versatility as a singer and declares that as a new year rolls in\, the future is boundless. Wide Open Country shined an early spotlight on “My Sweet Heart\,” a love song advising a younger self whose heart is aching. \nRizzio collaborated with longtime friend Mindy Smith for the first time on “While With You\,” with PopMatters noting that the “love song [sinks] into its soothing groove early\, with beautiful mandolin-driven instrumentation filling the spaces between the layered serenity of Rizzio and Smith’s vocal performance.” Featuring a Jerry Garcia-esque electric guitar\, “The Shire” perfectly captures the ethos of The Berkshires in Western Massachusetts\, where it was written. Growing up in a small town in East Texas\, Rizzio did what many people do in such settings: she learned to sing gospel hymns in church and received an education in classic country music\, listening to Willie Nelson\, Buck Owens\, Connie Francis and Dolly Parton. “Don’t Keep Me Up Waiting” is a waltz inspired by years of endlessly spinning Willie Nelson’s Red Headed Stranger album\, premiered by The Bluegrass Situation. “Little Bit of Truth” centers around an eye-opening 30 days during Washashore Cowgirl’s album release tour\, which found her reconciling evangelical childhood lessons with her current beliefs. On “Sunday” she examines the intricacies of a relationship gone wrong — the track focuses on her faith and how that’s changed since she was a child. \nThroughout Sunshine Is Free\, it’s clear Rizzio has a keen ability to connect; her songs are often autobiographical\, yet delivered through a fictional approach that creates a universal experience for the listener — whether expressed using her trademark sense of humor or with such striking honesty that the pain in her voice is tangible. \n“Left with no choice to go my own way\, out here looking for a little bit of truth\,” she sings\, and you can bet she’ll be happy to share the lessons she’s learned soon.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/monica-rizzio-jan-17-2026/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Folksinger,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251105T213134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T213134Z
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SUMMARY:John Henry's Hammer Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Stick on moustaches will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets. \nWe are recording the performances. We intend on starting a NEW YouTube site in the future and would like to post selective performances. If you DO NOT want your video online please inform the JHH volunteer (Bob) recording with the smart phone at the center table. \nExcellent alcohol-free venue for people from their teens and upward to perform in a friendly\, welcoming atmosphere.\nCome to perform or just listen.  The JHH crew is looking forward to seeing you! John Henry’s Hammer – It’s that traditional coffee house feel without the (cough!) cigarette smoke.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-open-mic-5/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251221T232908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T170242Z
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse - Performing Artist Series Featuring "The Loose Change Trio"
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse (NRCC) is proud to welcome again The Loose Change Trio” featuring Gary Dolinsky\, Dominic Priolo and Larry Plitt. \nWhile they are each outstanding musicians in their own right\, they complement each other beautifully. \nThe Loose Change Trio performs songs that spans several generations creating a unique and pleasing mix of old and new! \nTheir songbook includes classic country\, blues\, Motown\, pop music\, folk\, bluegrass\, and even a few “standards”. They are three distinct voices accompanied on acoustic and electric guitar\, harmonica and ukulele bass.  Dominic Priolo\, Larry Plitt and Gary Dolinsky are three seasoned performers who have played on stages large and small throughout the Northeast since the 1970’s.\nA Loose Change performance is always fun! \nThe concert is free\, but there will be a “Suggested Donation” of $10\, if you are in a position to do so.  The important thing is join us if you can and do what we can to help keep live music alive! \nFor more about The Loose Change Trio\, you can go to their Facebook page at: \nwww.facebook.com/loose.change.trio \nA portion of the proceeds will go to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.  We are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  This event is partially sponsored by the North Reading chapter of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.“
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-performing-artist-series-featuring-the-loose-change-trio/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Coffeehouse,Multi-instrumentalist,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Grossman":MAILTO:NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20250918T190456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T194605Z
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SUMMARY:Fiddler\, singer and songwriter Kathleen Parks
DESCRIPTION:Kathleen Parks is a fiddler\, singer\, and songwriter who brings joyful and creative energy to the stage and studio. \nHer writing leans toward Pop\, Folk\, and classic Jazz\, while her virtuosic fiddle blends and reimagines traditional and modern musical styles with boundless groove\, and a playful improvisational spirit. \nHer deep grounding in Celtic and American roots music blends with her love for pop songwriting\, funk rhythms\, soulful vocals\, and groove-based improvisation\, making every performance unexpected yet familiar: a musical journey from beginning to end. \nFor Kathleen\, music is not about perfection\, but feeling.   This is what has always driven her to write\, sing\, and play. Without feeling\, why play music? Music is a means to express and release our emotions. Understand the feeling\, move the energy\, and bring joy and healing in. Connection to yourself is key to playing\, to playing with others\, and moving an audience. Kathleen strives to always bring this musical value to her teaching and performances alike. \nKathleen is also a founding member of Twisted Pine and the duo Kat and Brad. \n“Goosebump-inducing vocal performances from Kathleen Parks…”– Glide Magazine – \nSee kathleenparksmusic.com for more info. \nTickets are $20 in advance at Eventbrite.com and $25 on the day of the concert.  Doors open at 7:00 and the show begins at 7:30. \nClick to buy tickets now.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/fiddler-singer-and-songwriter-kathleen-parks/
LOCATION:New Revival Coffeehouse\, Stow MA\, 353 Great Rd\, Stow\, MA\, 01775\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Coffeehouse,Concert,Folksinger,Music,Old-Time,Singer-songwriter
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Revival Coffeehouse":MAILTO:coffeehouse@fpc-stow-acton.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20260119T165518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T165518Z
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SUMMARY:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse – Open Mic Friday 2/13/2026
DESCRIPTION:2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (two songs). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too.                                                                                                     $3 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator.\nRefreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the side entrance on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you do park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-coffeehouse-open-mic-friday-2-13-2026/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20251020T160317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T163526Z
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SUMMARY:Vance Gilbert
DESCRIPTION:“If Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens had a love child\, with Rodney Dangerfield as the midwife\, the results might be something close to the great Vance Gilbert”\, says Richmond Magazine. One of the originators of the finally recognized R&B/Folk/Jazz crossover-sub-genre\, Vance was born and raised in the Philadelphia area. Starting out hoping to be an R&B and jazz singer once at college\, there he discovered his affinity for the storytelling sensibilities of the acoustic singer-songwriter thing. Noted not only for being the ever consummate performer\, Gilbert has recorded 13 albums\, including 5 for Philo/Rounder Records.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/vance-gilbert-4/
LOCATION:Follen Folk Nights\, Lexington MA\, 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Folksinger,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20260202T155320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T160653Z
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SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse February\, 2026 Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse is proud to present its February\, 2026 Showcase. The performers are Uri and Lance Bourque\, Cynthia Keefe and Kevin Kelley and The Lion Sisters – Josi and Lily Lion.  We have a group of very talented musicians this month with a nice variety of music which will make for a very entertaining show.  Each performer will do about a 40 minute set.The event is free but donations will be gratefully accepted and we will be offering refreshments with all the proceeds going to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.\n\nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day! \nThe links to the Facebook page and YouTube Channel are: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/nrcoffeehouse \nhttps://www.youtube.com/@NRCoffeehouse \nWe are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  We start at 6:30.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-february-2026-showcase/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Music,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20250402T174711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T174711Z
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SUMMARY:Ellis Paul
DESCRIPTION:Ellis Paul is a songwriter\, author\, illustrator\, and teacher. A constant presence on the American folk circuit for over 30 years\, he has released 22 albums of original music and performed more than 5\,000 shows. His songs have been featured in blockbuster films and covered by Grammy Award–winning artists. \nHis stage performance is a combination of humor\, improv\, and poignant story songs. He has performed at the Newport Folk Festival\, Carnegie Hall\, and clubs and coffeehouses all over the world and was awarded an honorary degree from the University of Maine and inducted into the Maine Music Hall of Fame. He has received 15 Boston Music Awards and the prestigious Kerrville New Folk Award. His album The Storyteller’s Suitcase was named NERFA album of the year\, and he was named IAMA International Acoustic Artist of the Year. His most recent album\, 55\, further deepens his reputation as one of folk music’s finest touring artists. \n“Despite his success and sense of history\, [Ellis Paul] remains an artist with his eye on the future and an interest in discovering the transformative potential of his music.”  -The New York Times \n“…one of the defining voices of American songwriting.”  -Direct Curren
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/ellis-paul-5/
LOCATION:New Song\, Bedford MA\, 10 Mudge Way\, Bedford\, MA\, 01730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Concert,Folksinger,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20250702T013207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T013207Z
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SUMMARY:Charlotte Morris / James Lee Baker ~ A split bill - Feb. 21\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:James Lee Baker\nWinner 2024 Rose Garden Performing Songwriter Competition\nBirthed from the dusty high plains of the bible belt\, wordsmith James Lee Baker sources the essence of his craft from a small-town past and a journey of self-discovery as the way out. Laced with mysticism\, his emotive and thought-provoking songs speak to the shared\, tender heart of our human condition. \n​In 2020\, he released 100 Summers – a full-length LP of songs centered around a theme of change. The title track reached #1 on the FAI Folk charts that month\, garnering nearly half a million streams across platforms. Two of the songs on the project –Returning to Paris and The Last Cowboy in Hutchinson County – were selected as finalists for several nationally-known songwriting contests. \nIn 2022\, he released a cover project called “Impressions”\, recorded by Chris Bell (U2\, The Eagles) and produced by Roscoe Beck (Eric Johnson\, Leonard Cohen)\, which was released in 2022. The single “Did Galileo Pray?”\, a cover of Ellis Paul\, charted #10. John Apice from Americana Highways said “Baker’s cover of Bob Dylan’s ‘Just Like a Woman’ is one of the finest I ever heard. He captures the lyric\, understands it and possesses it as a first-class interpreter.” \nCharlotte Morris\nWinner 2025 Rose Garden Performing Songwriter Competition\nGrowing up near Philadelphia\, Charlotte Morris found her passion for music early\, learning multiple instruments and writing songs by age twelve. Influenced by folk classics and female storytellers like Joni Mitchell and Brandi Carlile\, she developed a genuine\, raw\, and emotional style. \nAfter touring with “Lonesome Traveler” in 2018\, performing alongside folk legends\, Charlotte released her debut EP “To New York\, with Love\,” followed by the “Sputnik” EP and a national acoustic tour. Her first full-length album\, “Songs For My Next Ex” (2020)\, received critical acclaim\, prompting her move to Nashville in 2021. \nThere\, she participated in The Johnny Mercer Foundation’s Songwriters Project\, mentored by industry greats. In 2022\, Charlotte partnered with Charlotte Avenue Entertainment\, releasing impactful singles like “Good Kind of Hurt” and “Tennessee.” Her second studio album\, “Wild Child” (2023)\, gained international recognition. After a 30-city international tour in 2024\, Charlotte returned to Philadelphia\, with new music and tours on the horizon. She holds a degree in Theatre from Northwestern University.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/charlotte-morris-james-lee-baker-a-split-bill-feb-21-2026/
LOCATION:Rose Garden Coffeehouse\, Mansfield MA\, 17 West St\, Mansfield\, MA\, 02048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Folksinger,Singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20260119T165845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T165845Z
UID:10001014-1772217000-1772227800@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse – Open Mic Friday 2/27/2026
DESCRIPTION:2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (two songs). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too.                                                                                                     $3 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator.\nRefreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the side entrance on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you do park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids and dudes love to hand out tickets.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-coffeehouse-open-mic-friday-2-27-2026/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T155431
CREATED:20260215T063816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T184429Z
UID:10001028-1772307000-1772314200@bostoncoffeehouses.org
SUMMARY:North Reading Community Coffeehouse - Performing Artist Series Featuring Brendan Buckley and Katrina Holden with John Kramer
DESCRIPTION:The North Reading Community Coffeehouse (NRCC) is proud to welcome back Brendan Buckley and Katrina Holden with John Kramer on piano.  The show is on Saturday\, February 28.  Doors open at 7 PM and the show begins at 7:30 PM.\nHusband and wife team Brendan Buckley and Katrina Holden-Buckley have spent years performing on New England’s operatic and concert stages including Boston Lyric Opera\, Opera on Tap\, and CT Lyric Opera\, to name a few.  Brendan maintains a private voice studio from their home in North Reading.  They are both looking forward to another performance with the NR Coffeehouse\, where they’ll sing some of their favorite things.  Don’t miss this engaging and eclectic mix of musical theatre\, jazz\, classical music\, and witty banter on how they juggle work\, parenthood\, and still maintain their passion for the performing arts and each other for the most part.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe concert is free\, but there will be a “Suggested Donation” of $10\, if you are in a position to do so.  The important thing is to join us if you can and do what we can to help keep live music alive! \nThe event will also be livestreamed on the North Reading Community Coffeehouse Facebook page and on the YouTube channel the following day!  The links to those two sites are: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/nrcoffeehouse \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n      https://www.youtube.com/@NRCoffeehouse\n\n\n\n\n\nA portion of the proceeds will go to the Friends of the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading with whom we will be doing these concerts in conjunction with\, to help support the library.  We are located in the Activity Room of the Flint Memorial Library at 147 Park Street in North Reading.  There is plenty of free parking.  Please come\, sit back\, relax and listen to some terrific music!  This event is partially sponsored by the North Reading chapter of the Massachusetts Cultural Council.  If you have any questions\, please contact Art Grossman at NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com.“
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/north-reading-community-coffeehouse-performing-artist-series-featuring-brendan-buckley-and-katrina-holden-with-john-kramer/
LOCATION:North Reading Community Coffeehouse\, North Reading MA\, 147 Park St\, North Reading\, MA\, 01864\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Coffeehouse,Multi-instrumentalist,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Grossman":MAILTO:NRCoffeehouse@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse – Open Mic Friday 3/13/2026
DESCRIPTION:Here are the usual IMPORTANT details for JHH Open Mic:\n2nd and 4th Fridays (except when noted)\nFirst Unitarian Church\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\nDoors open and performer sign-up at 6:30 p.m.\nPerformances begin @ 7 p.m.\n10 minutes in the limelight- spoken word or music (usually two songs unless you choose to sing American Pie or some sea shanty with fifty verses). Duos or groups are considered one act and CANNOT sign up as single performers too. Putting on a clown wig will NOT fool us. $3.00 admission for everybody. Performer or spectator. Payable to the lovely lady at the folding card table (please bring $1 bills). Refreshments & snacks (donation appreciated).\nPLEASE enter State Street upper parking lot door.  Handicap parking and accessibility at the other side of the church on Court Street by the Courthouse apartments.  If you DO park on Court Street only park on the church side of the street or you could get towed. The parking meters on Main Street and State Street require money until 8:00 pm. The meter maids (and dudes) love to hand out tickets. \nWeather Cancellations: ANY weather cancellations of the Worcester Public Schools on the day of Open Mic WILL cancel Open Mic.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/john-henrys-hammer-coffeehouse-open-mic-friday-3-13-2026/
LOCATION:John Henry’s Hammer Coffeehouse\, Worcester MA\, 90 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Open Mic
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SUMMARY:The Kelly Girls
DESCRIPTION:Cabaret Seating. BYOB & Snacks. Doors open at 7:00 pm \n$20 Members/ $22 non-members in advance ; $25 at the door (if available) \n  \nFor The Kelly Girls\, Celtic music is about storytelling\, complete with varying degrees of instrumentation and lyrics. “We respect the historical compositions that we play and recognize we are also part of a new generation of storytellers. We love to perform music that weaves together threads of hope from the past with dreams of the future.” The Kelly Girls have played many prestigious venues and festivals\, delighting audiences with their infectious laughter and accomplished musicianship.
URL:https://bostoncoffeehouses.org/event/the-kelly-girls/
LOCATION:Parish Center for the Arts\, Westford MA\, 10 Lincoln Street\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffeehouse,Music
ORGANIZER;CN="Parish Center for the Arts":MAILTO:admin@pcawestford.org
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