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SUMMARY:Topanga Banjo Fiddle Festival
DESCRIPTION:We hope that whether you win or not\, you will come by the Songmakers tent to play along and support the volunteers who will be running workshops all day\, and/or to help with set up and tear down. Last year’s scheduled jams and workshops brought in a lot of participants [Cort adds: including me\, and the mandolin I’d bought ten minutes earlier & had barely learned three chords on!]. We all had a blast! \nHere’s our tentative schedule for this year: \n\n9am-10am: Arrive\, socialize\, informal jam.\n10am-11am: Sing Along with 2 and 3 chord songs (Leaders: Sally and Dana Charette)\n11am-12pm: Leadbelly Songs That Broke the Top 40 (Leader: Chuck Behrman)\n12pm-1pm: Ukulele sing/strum along (Leader: David Steinhart)\n1pm-2pm: Rounds and A Cappella (Leaders: Janice Gelencser and Louise Dobbs)\n2pm-3pm: Let’s Folk Up Rock and Roll (Leaders: Warren Hasselberger and Michael Singletary)\n3pm-4pm: Americana Roots Play-Along\, Sing-Along (Leaders: Gary & Kathy Lynch)\n4pm-5pm: Spill-over/open jamming\n5pm-6pm: Tear down the site
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/topanga-banjo-fiddle-festival/
LOCATION:King Gillette Ranch\, 26800 Mulholland Hwy\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Live Song Circle
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SUMMARY:Fireside Concert with The MacMammals and Kevin Kelso
DESCRIPTION:See and hear The MacMammals and Kevin Kelso perform (indoors) at the Fireside Concert Series at 7:30 PM at Borchard Community Center\, 190 Reino Rd.\, Newbury Park. An enchanting evening of sound and storytelling awaits with The MacMammals performing traditional and contemporary songs that capture the rich cultural tapestry of The British Isles\, Ireland\, Scotland\, and North America. The band features the soaring crystalline vocals of Carol Schryver\, with the instrumental wizardry of Ron Bloom (guitar\, mandolin\, Irish bouzouki)\, and Gary Lynch (upright bass). https://soundcloud.com/search?q=the%20macmammals \nLA based singer/songwriter/keyboardist Kevin Kelso has a knack for finding inspiration from the unexpected including the Irish potato famine\, the philosophical musings of turtles\, and even a heartfelt love song to a Roomba! His folk-rooted sound and piano-driven style will leave you laughing\, thinking\, or quietly reflecting. www.kelsotunes.com \n$25 cash only at the door. For more information\, call (805) 380-8158 or email firesideconcerts@yahoo.com.
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/fireside-concert-with-the-macmammals-and-kevin-kelso/
LOCATION:Borchard Community Center\, 190 Reino Rd\, Newbury Park\, CA\, 91320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Bloom":MAILTO:ronbloom2014@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T190000
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SUMMARY:Paradoxical 2026 (live staged reading)
DESCRIPTION:This biting musical political satire will be performed live by: Alan Stillson\, Marilyn Miller\, Chris Fine\, Toby Hinners\, and Mira Wilder. \nParodoxical 2026 is the third in a series of musical political satire shows\, following Parodoxical 2024 and Parodoxical 2025. It takes place at the third meeting of the Woke Mélange\, a group seeking to create virtual time capsules\, to be opened 50 years later. Cast members perform parodies\, combined with narration\, to examine the acts of Donald Trump and his supporters during 2025 and 2026\, the first years of his second term\, that caused harm to many people\, both Americans and those in other countries. \nRESERVATIONS: astillson13@gmail.com or 747-288-8345\nSuggested donation of $20 cash at the door
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/paradoxical-2026-live-staged-reading/
LOCATION:Electric Lodge\, 1416 Electric Ave.\, Venice\, CA\, 90291\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T210000
DTSTAMP:20260722T202845Z
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SUMMARY:Paradoxical 2026 (live staged reading)
DESCRIPTION:This biting musical political satire will be performed live by: Alan Stillson\, Marilyn Miller\, Chris Fine\, Toby Hinners\, and Mira Wilder. \nParodoxical 2026 is the third in a series of musical political satire shows\, following Parodoxical 2024 and Parodoxical 2025. It takes place at the third meeting of the Woke Mélange\, a group seeking to create virtual time capsules\, to be opened 50 years later. Cast members perform parodies\, combined with narration\, to examine the acts of Donald Trump and his supporters during 2025 and 2026\, the first years of his second term\, that caused harm to many people\, both Americans and those in other countries. \nRESERVATIONS: astillson13@gmail.com or 747-288-8345\nSuggested donation of $20 cash at the door
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/paradoxical-2026-live-staged-reading-2/
LOCATION:Electric Lodge\, 1416 Electric Ave.\, Venice\, CA\, 90291\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
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SUMMARY:Fireside Concerts: Rupert Wates\, Kate McDonnell
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE for our next fireside concert at the Borchard Community Center on September\, 11\, at 7:30pm\, with two fine entertainers:\n\nRupert Wates\nMulti award winning singer-songwriter Rupert Wates combines unforgettable songs with virtuoso guitar playing. His music is the fruit of twenty years at the top of his profession. Folk tinged\, with flavors of jazz and even classical\, it bears the impression of his English roots as well as his years in New York City and on the road in America. By turns witty\, erudite and moving\, his songs will go straight to your heart. Wates is recognized for his incredible guitar skills\, which are often highlighted in reviews www.rupertwatesmusic.com\n \nKate McDonnell\nKate McDonnell has captivated audiences all over the world with her award-winning songwriting\, her unusual deft guitar style\, and her powerful soprano voice. She has been praised for her ability to write excellent first-person songs that are alternately playful and profoundly moving. With seven European tours and five albums under her belt\, New York artist Kate has a voice that cuts straight to the heart\, lyrics that feel like they were written just for you\, and a presence that promises an evening’s performance filled with indie-folk energy. www.katemcdonnell.com\n\n\n\nThe venue will be at the Borchard Community Center-190 N. Reino Road\, Newbury Park\, CA 91320 (Corner of Borchard Rd. & Reino Rd.). $25.00 at the door. Show starts at 7:30pm and seating is First Come First Served. Adults Only. For more information\, please see attached flyer or call 805-380-8158/email ronbloom2014@yahoo.com. Come on out and be entertained!\n 
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/fireside-concerts-rupert-wates-kate-mcdonnell/
LOCATION:Borchard Community Center\, 190 Reino Rd\, Newbury Park\, CA\, 91320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert
ORGANIZER;CN="Ron Bloom":MAILTO:ronbloom2014@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Music in the Mountains
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Camp de Benneville Pines for the 2026 Music in the Mountains event\, featuring a full weekend of song circles\, concerts\, and workshops. The headline concert features a performance by the Honeysuckle Possums Trio. We’ll have more information closer to the event date\, but you can register today if you’re interested & ready to commit.
URL:https://songmakers.org/event/music-in-the-mountains/
LOCATION:Camp de Benneville Pines\, 41750 Jenks Lake Road West\, Angelus Oaks\, CA\, 92305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camping Song Circle,Concert
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