Columbus Folk Music Society
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 CONCERT – BUTCH ROSS
B. Ross in concert: “Vincent Black Lightening”
The Americana/Folk Concert Series is held at Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, 43214
2022-23 season; to date there is NO preregistration or proof of vaccination required. Masks are recommended (not required).
SCHEDULE:
6PM Open Jam
7PM Open Mic (pre-signup)
8PM Featured Performer
Contact Bill Cohen to sign up for open mic (email or call 614-263-3851)
Donation: $15 general public; $10 CFMS members & students; under 12 free.
STAY TUNED in the event COVID regulations change and dictate alternative plans. We will post any changes in the listings below.
2022-23 CONCERT SERIES LINE-UP
Sat, Sept 24 7PM – Butch Ross (Mountain Dulcimer “Maestro”)
CHATTANOOGA, TN
Friday, Oct 28 7PM – Jenner Fox
(Singer-songwriter) / Stayed Tuned
NOTE: This concert is on a FRIDAY night.
SISTERS, OR
Sat, Nov 19 7PM – Fialla
(Trad Irish)
COLUMBUS, OH
Sat, Jan 28 7PM – The Mighty Troubadours
(Bluegrass/Americana)
COLUMBUS, OH
Sat, Feb 25, 7PM – Honeysuckle
(Progressive Folk)
BOSTON, MA
Sat, Mar 25, 7PM – Mustard’s Retreat
(Folk Singer-songwriter)
ANN ARBOR, MI
mustardsretreat.com
Sat, April 22, 7PM – Rupert Wates
(Folk/Singer-songwriter)
NYC and Colorado
The CFMS Americana/Folk Concert Series is supported in part by: the Community Arts Fund of The Columbus Foundation with the assistance of the Mildred L. Bragg Fund and the Ingram-White Castle Foundation. columbusfoundation.org
2023 FESTIVAL FUNDRAISERS
Additional 2022-23 season fundraisers may be added; WATCH THIS SPACE!
Most, if not all, fundraisers benefit the Columbus Folk Music Society’s annual Central Ohio Folk Festival held the first weekend in May. The festival now attracts over 10,000 folks over the two-day weekend.
Sun, Aug 28 2-4PM
Mike Hale & Mary Miller
A show with Music + Humor!
A unique mix of folk music and humor! Mary will lead off the show with her hilarious observations about everyday life and situations, followed by Mike and Mary performing an engaging variety of well-known folk/Americana songs.
marymillerinspires.com
VENUE: La Chatelaine Bistro, 627 High St, Worthington, OH. Seating first-come first served. Food available.
Suggested donation $10-$15
Sat, Feb 4 7:00PM
Bill Cohen’s Valentine Concert
A celebration of ALL things Valentine’s Day with Bill Cohen. Additional details to follow. Fun trivia questions and ALWAYS some surprises.
VENUE: Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, 43214
facebook.com/billcohensings
Sun, Sept 11 1-3:30PM
Woody Guthrie Tribute
An afternoon featuring Columbus based performers showcasing Woody Guthrie tunes and songs by made famous by other folk music icons that were inspired by Woody. Among them: Bob Dylan, Pete Seeger, Phil Ochs, and Malvina Reynolds.
VENUE: Nocterra Brewing Taproom & Beer Garden, 41 Depot St, Powell, OH. Seating outside in beautiful Beer Garden space. Food available.
Suggested donation $10-$15
