Columbus Folk Music Society

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For Americana/Folk Concert Series bookings:

SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2023 CONCERT – THE MIGHTY TROUBADOURS

The Mighty Troubadours

Black Irish

The Americana/Folk Concert Series is held at Columbus Mennonite Church, 35 Oakland Park Ave, Columbus, 43214

2022-23 season; 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

Friday, Oct 28 7PM – Jenner Fox (Singer-songwriter)

NOTE: This concert is on a FRIDAY night.

SISTERS, Oregon

Sat, Nov 19 7PM – The Pints
(Irish)

COLUMBUS, Ohio

facebook.com/thepintsband

Sat, Jan 28 7PM – The Mighty Troubadours

(Bluegrass/Americana)

COLUMBUS, Ohio

www.facebook.com/themightytroubadours

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Sat, Sept 24 7PM – Butch Ross (Mountain Dulcimer “Maestro”)

CHATTANOOGA, Tennesee

Sat, Feb 25, 7PM – Honeysuckle

(Progressive Folk)

BOSTON, Massachusetts

www.honeysuckleband.com

Sat, Mar 25, 7PM – Mustard’s Retreat

(Folk Singer-songwriter)

ANN ARBOR, Michigan

mustardsretreat.com

Sat, April 22, 7PM – Rupert Wates

(Folk/Singer-songwriter)

New York City and Colorado

rupertwatesmusic.com

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 9,000 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 and friends. Songs from the 1940s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond about the ups and downs of romantic love. Plus, fun trivia questions and ALWAYS some surprises. Additional details to follow in coming weeks.

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

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