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Last updated...May 14, 2012
As Holmes Hooke said, "even if the road should end, the song will travel on." I'll drink to that!
NEW In Town!
Molly Blooms Irish Pub, 27 Simcoe St,Collingwood invites you to strut your stuff at Original Tuesdays: the all original Open Mic hosted by Whitey Somers. Every other Tuesday beginning March 13, 2012. The next one will be March 27th. ...and so on.
Your Hosts, Al & Trudy, invite you to enjoy the headliner, jam, singalong, perform, and try the open mic at The Gig Centre, Lebovic Arts & Entertainment, 19 Civic Ave, Stouffville, L4A7X3. The venue is spectacular. The sound technicians bring out the best in every musician performer. The audience show their appreciation with loud applause and standing ovations. People leave with a smile on their face and a melody in their heart. Free parking, admission, coffee, munchies.....Can anything be better? Third Sunday afternoon of each month (1:00pm start)
Open Mike Social at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 34, 215 Mississaga St. E., Orillia from 1:00 PM-4:00 PM. All welcome (audience and performers), all ages, all levels of talent. Come out, play, sing, socialize and enjoy the music. Coffee, tea and LLBO selections available. This gathering happens on the first Sunday of the month. Contact: Jennifer Cooling 705-329-3281for more detail.
Old Time Music Night, a city of Barrie sponsored event open to anyone 55 and over who enjoys playing, singing or tapping toes to old time music; bluegrass, country, maritime, folk, gospel, etc. Meetings are usually on the third Monday of the month, except holidays. 7pm to 10pm, with two short breaks. The place is the Acqua Lounge on the second floor of the Allandale Rec Centre, at the corner of Little and Bayview. The first visit is free; after that, there is a small charge of $2.54, HST included. For additional information, call JoAnn Clark 705 722-7707or jojo5ca@hotmail.com
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Open Mic/Open Jam-Every Sunday night from 8-11pm, Singer Songwriter, Tyler Firestone hosts a Free open Jam/Openmic at Studs Lonigans Irish pub in Wasaga Beach. It is a lot of fun and every jam players can place their name in the draw for Free Dinner at Studs (Drawn once a month). So if you like friendly people, and an enjoyable playing atmosphere, bring your instrument, be it guitar, voice, drums, bass, bagpipes, etc. on down to Studs at 168 Main St. on Sunday Night (must be 19 or older).
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Orillia Folk Society sponsors the Monday Night Song Circle every Monday from 7-10pm. Join in with a song or just come to enjoy a wide variety of musical styles and talents. Friends' Meeting House, 231Westmount Drive South (very south), Orillia, Ontario. Toss in a twonnie + $1. for coffee and costs. For information contact Jives 705 322-3349 or email cyberfolkie@hotmail.com
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OpenFolk- Sunday Open Stage and Studio.1:00 to 5:00pm - 1 Wallace Drive, Barrie, ON
Free Admission - Live recording/video available.
Feature Performer each week.
visit: http://www.openfolk.net for details.
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RED ROOF MUSIC LOUNGE -Located in the beautiful hills of Medonte, this laid back gathering happens every Tuesday evening from 7 pm till 11 pm. Come share your songs and enjoy the sounds of others in this unique, working studio. Five (5) bucks gets you in and includes refreshments. For more info and directions phone Richard at 705-835-3862!
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Barrie Folk Society Songs in the Round! ... The Barrie Folk Society, in partnership with the Barrie Public Library, presents "An Unplugged Saturday Night", an evening of music in a Song Circle format, in the library on the fourth Saturday of each month. Musicians of all calibre are welcome. Doors open at 7pm. Admission is free, with any donation to the folk society to help us cover costs greatly appreciated. This is an all-ages evening and children are encouraged to attend as well as participate. 60 Worsley Street, Barrie, On. If you'd like more info, please call 705 719-6654 or send e-mail to kcpttrsn@gmail.com
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- Open Stage every Thursday as GOOD VIBES Coffeehouse has a 7:00pm start at Mt. St. Louis Parish Hall, 4th Con and Mt.St. Louis Road. Light refreshments are available. $5.00 donation for those who can afford to pay. For information contact John Vella 705-528-0611. website : Good Vibes
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Weekly Acoustic Open Mic Thursday nights 8:00 - 11:00 @ Fuzian Restaurant, 19157 Centre St., Mt. Albert, Ont. Hosted by Erwin Schack & Nyanna Parcher alternating every other week.
Excellent Pan-Asian cuisine and an intimate listening venue.
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The Library Restaurant, 526 Hugel Ave., Midland, ON will host an Open Mic/Jam every Thursday night beginning at 8:00pm and wrapping up around midnight. This is a great time to showcase your skills, or hear from some local talents - live and interactive! :) For information call (705) 528-0100,email info@thelibraryrestaurant.ca or visit http://www.thelibraryrestaurant.ca/
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Adrien Robitaille is the host and the music is live at the Lady Bug Cafe, 342 King Street in Midland every Tuesday evening from 5:00-8:00pm. If you are a seasoned performer and wish to share an evening please contact Adrien 705 727 9817 for more information. The LadyBug Cafe features freshly made sandwiches, soups, salads, baked goods, freshly brewed coffee, tea, cappuccino, espresso and latte, and is fully licensed.
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Washago Jam takes place the third Wednesday of every month (from September till June) at the Lions Hall in Washago. It is mostly rock and blues and plugged in! 7 pm till 11 pm.
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Utopia Cafe takes place 2:00-4:00pm the last Sunday of the month at the Utopia Hall, 8396 6th Line, Utopia, On. http://www.utopiahall.ca/directions.htm. Hosts Jill Jambor and Jeff Williams each invite a couple of friends along for an afternoon of great music. $5.00 admission includes refreshments. The ladies provide delicious homemade treats and beverages, and the funds raised benefit the Utopia Mill restoration project.
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You are invited to attend the BlueSky Bluegrass Club's jam session that is held every Thursday night in the Barrie Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion, where we gather to enjoy the Pickin' and Grinnin'. Please contact Terry if you require more information. Terry Calvert 705-790-0391
Bluesky Bluegrass Club Here's a link to some additional information on the club's background http://www.thebarrieexaminer.com/Community/NewsDisplay.aspx?c=2687
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R & B blues jam happens every Wednesday evening at The Beacon Restaurant, 146 - 45th Street North, (Mosley Street at 45th Street in Wasaga Beach). 7:00-11:00pm. Phone # 705.429.4050.
The host band is usually made up of Wayne Buttery, Dennis King, Louis Lefaive tinkling the ivories and Charlie Hinkel on Bass.
Musicians are encouraged to bring their own Instrument (voice,guitar, bass, sticks, etc). Sit in, or just sit
back and listen to some blues while enjoying some great food and a beverage. Wednesday evenings in Wasaga Beach will never be the same!
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Truly Bluegrass is hosting a "stage jam" at Salvatore's, 263 Queen St., Port Perry, on the first Thursday of every month. Come to listen, or bring your bluegrass instrument to have some stage time. We had a great turn out in February, with lots of audience, Rosewood, and numerous individual pickers and singers. Great food, beverages of your choice, and bluegrass music .......... who could ask for anything more? Did I mention the scrumptious pastries? Mmmmm!
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Aurora Folk and Blues Society meets every Tuesday Night - 7:00 pm 'til 10:00 pm at Jonathan's, 14845 Yonge St in Aurora for a Jam/Open Mic night. Patty McLaughlin - patty_mclaughlin@hotmail.com
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Traditional Music Sessions at The Dam Pub, Thornbury from 8 to 10 p.m., every second and fourth Wednesday. For traditional tune players (Irish, Scottish, Canadian, Quebecois etc. with traditional singers welcome). Suitable for all levels. www.thedampub.ca
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Queen's Bush Bluegrass Jam at Joe Tomato's Restaurant, 640 10 Street West,
Owen Sound, ON N4K 3R8
(519) 371-5637
on the first Sunday of the month 1:00-5:00PM
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Also a weekly Bluegrass Jam at the Owen Sound Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion. Thursday nights at 7:00 pm
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The Orillia Folk Society, in co-operation with the Orillia Farmer's Market, is pleased to present Music in the Marketplace. (9:00-noon every Saturday May through September at the Orillia Opera House), West & Mississauga Streets, Orillia. Toss a few bucks in the case to help support the OFS's community outreach programme.
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Marc Novoselek has been hosting a singer/songwriters Open Mic in Fenelon Falls, Ontario at Sweet Bottoms Cafe every Friday night from 7-10 PM. Email Mark if you want to get signed up early. coppersun@ymail.com
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The Haliburton County Folk Society
presents an *OPEN STAGE* on the third Saturday of each month at the Haliburton Highlands Museum (see map) 66 Museum Road, Haliburton, Ontario
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705-457-8902 Host: Kris Kadwell
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info@haliburtonfolk.com or call(705) 754-FOLK (3655).http://www.haliburtonfolk.com/
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Good Time Cafe
17080 Bathurst St., Newmarket The regular Bluegrass Sessions at the Good Time Cafe are now on the second
Wednesday of the month, 7 to 11 p.m.
For more information call: Noelle Alexander at 905-836-6735.
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Open Mike Old Courthouse Theatre, 1235 3rd Ave East, Owen Sound (above the GBFS office) the second Friday each month at 7 pm for our Open Mike series. Players are invited to perform 3 or 4 previously rehearsed tunes, original or covers. All ages are welcome, sign up at the door. We have a comfortable 55 seat hall, professional sound system and lighting. This is great for anyone who is polishing their act, pro's wanting to try out some new material or anyone who is a basement player and just wanted to see what it feels like to get 'up on stage'. We especially welcome young performers to come out and develop their musical talent.
This is a casual evening for all. A guest host will open and close each one. $5 admission at the door, players and GBFS members admitted free.
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Fiddlers and music lovers...First Friday Fiddle Jams in Orangeville. Please come if you
can, and tell your friends as well. We will be in the Friendship Room at Westminster United Church on Broadway (you can honestly say you have
played on Broadway!!) from 7 pm to 11 pm. Bring a pop or a coffee if you wish, and be prepared to enjoy some great music. FIRST FRIDAY OF
THE MONTH- mark it on your calendars. For more information contact Eleanor@fiddlee@hotmail.com
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Juice & Java House located at 20 Main St. S, Brampton, Ontario will be hosting Acoustic Musician’s Night on Friday nights between 7:30 and 9:00. Come out with your instrument and your songs and share your talent with all the Folks over a cup o’coffee. The microphone will be turned on and will be waiting. The Juice & Java House is located in the heart of the old town of Brampton on Main Street (Hwy 10) right across from the City Hall. For more information toss us an email at ...JuiceJavaHouse[spamblocker]@aol.com.
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DRUMMING OPPORTUNITIES
BARRIE EARTHDRUM ... Intuitive drumming/sound circle. Membership of over 50 people. Anyone is welcome; extra drums and lots of percussion toys available. Bring a chair. Contact: Rachel Strauss at we_are_earthdrum@hotmail.com
BARRIE
There is a community drum circle held the 2nd Wednesday evening of each month at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Community Care Centre, 70 Wellington Street West, Barrie. Times are 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Refreshments and percussion instruments provided. Contact person is Anne Marie Ireland at irelandan@rvh.on.ca. For persons 16years of age and older.
There is a community drum circle held on the 4th Wednesday evening of each month at the Canadian Mental Health Association, 39 High Street, Barrie. Times are 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Contact person is Anne Marie Ireland at irelandan@rvh.on.ca. For persons 16 years of age and older.
The BRACEBRIDGE COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE meets at 7:30 Tuesday nights. Free. Everyone is welcome, from the beginner to the well experienced. Drummers and dancers most welcome. As well, instruments which compliment drumming such as australian didgeridoos, Tibetan Buddhist's horns and bowls, native flutes, etc...are more than welcome. Please feel free to bring shakers, rattles, shakeres, agogo bells, cow bells, and any other hand percussion instruments. For more information please contact Leslee Tassie at s.tassie@sympatico.ca or Mi-Shell Jessen at Bearpaw@muskoka.com
Willie P. Bennett
My favourite Willie P. story involves a sunny afternoon, a shady hillside, a perfect landscape featuring the Superior shoreline and Willie playing a harmonica duet with a train. You really had to be there to feel the magic as he played the harp into the sound hole of his mandolin and listened to the sweet music echo off the Paju.
I remember someone asking him later how much he had paid the engineer.
He has more great songs out of print than most Canadian songwriters have ever written. He will be sorely missed!
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