Annual Roundup and Elections
2026-02-21 12:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | St Luke Lutheran Church, 5312 Comercio Way, Woodland Hills, 91364, United States
Songmakers! All Songmakers’ members are invited! Please join us at Roundup! (This is Songmakers’ official, annual meeting. Only members can attend. Guests can join Songmakers at the door. Membership dues are $10 per year per household.)
Every Songmaker is invited to vote for the new board members and do what Songmakers do best… make music!! New venue this year: St. Luke Lutheran Church. (5312 Comercio Way, Woodland Hills CA 91364)
2026 Roundup Schedule:

10am: Setup (The Board)
12pm: Arrival
12pm-3pm: Jamming (2:30 end time in Dining Area)
3pm-5pm: Concert
5:30pm-6:30pm: Dinner
6:30pm-7pm: Clean-up
7pm-8:40pm: Jamming
8:40pm-9pm: Final clean-up
9:00pm: Lock the doors

There will be:

Several rooms for song circles giving everyone a chance to play and sing.
An area set up for you to bring music-related items for sale or give-away.
Dinner (sandwiches, chips, sides, and desserts) will be provided for RSVP’d guests, and is included in your membership dues. Coffee, tea, lemonade, and water will be provided throughout the day. RSVP by February 18th to reserve your meal (send an email to ballots@songmakers.org)
A concert by and for you, the members. If you’re interested in performing, send an email to ballots@songmakers.org to reserve your slot.
Election for the board of directors.

Members should check their email for messages with more details.
From your Songmakers Round Up Committee
Chairperson, Louise Dobbs, treasurer@songmakers.org

Collage Song Circle - San Pedro
2026-03-08 13:00 - 16:30 | Collage Arts and Culture Venue, 731 South Pacific Avenue, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Please join us for a song circle in San Pedro. Our host is Collage: A Place for Art and Culture (phone 424-450-8239). This non-profit hosts many and varied Live music, entertainment, art shows, performance workshops and culinary programs. Check out their website—Our event is posted there! https://www.collageartculture.org/
Our host, Richard Foss, met us at Topanga Banjo and Fiddle Contest and wanted to see if we could make music together. We hope to make this a semi-regular event!
For more information, call Louise at 310-403-3351. Song circle will be led by Songmaker, Chuck Behrman. For info on the day of the event, call Chuck at 310-849-9403.
This is information from Collage’s amazing and diverse website showing their offerings:
COLLAGE is an arts venue in San Pedro that opened in July 2021.
The mission of COLLAGE is to serve both the local and broader community with programs that are adventurous yet accessible. This is done by taking an expansive view of art that can include the visual, performative, culinary, and literary world, and making culture inclusive to consider ethnicity, affinity, ability, and emerging ways people are brought together. COLLAGE builds relationships with artistic and cultural communities and provides a space where they may come together to teach, learn, and entertain.

Gelencser's Music Campout in Landers
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-19 | CA
Janice Gelencser says:
We have a rustic cabin on 5 acres of land in Landers near Yucca Valley, with plenty of room for dry camping with RVs, trailers, and tents. For those who do not wish to camp, there are rentals in the area available through AirBNB and VRBO. The weather in April averages a high of 80 degrees during the day and 60 degrees at night.
For more information and to RSVP, please email Janice at singfolk@yahoo.com, or call 909-374-2630

Topanga Banjo Fiddle Festival
2026-05-17 | King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA, 91302, United States
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!
Here’s our tentative schedule for this year:

9am-10am: Arrive, socialize, informal jam.
10am-11am: Sing Along with 2 and 3 chord songs (Leaders: Sally and Dana Charette)
11am-12pm: Leadbelly Songs That Broke the Top 40 (Leader: Chuck Behrman)
12pm-1pm: Ukulele sing/strum along (Leader: David Steinhart)
1pm-2pm: Rounds and A Cappella (Leaders: Janice Gelencser and Louise Dobbs)
2pm-3pm: Let’s Folk Up Rock and Roll (Leaders: Warren Hasselberger and Michael Singletary)
3pm-4pm: Americana Roots Play-Along, Sing-Along (Leaders: Gary & Kathy Lynch)
4pm-5pm: Spill-over/open jamming
5pm-6pm: Tear down the site

Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club
2026-06-21 13:00 - 16:30 | CA
Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club – A live song circle in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. Hosted by Douglas Kerr and Linda Szitkar. More information about our song circle, including the location, is on our Google website, Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club. You can also join our Facebook group to see the information there.
Tickets
Only guests with tickets may attend! Tickets and attendance are free but limited. We handle attendance through Eventbrite.com. It helps to have an Eventbrite account to register. Eventbrite accounts are free. Each person may acquire a maximum of 2 tickets. Eventbrite will keep a waiting list of up to 5 tickets if more people sign up than there are spots available. Eventbrite allows us to create an RSVP window so that an opportunity to attend does not depend on when you read the announcement. The RSVP window will open at 8 PM on Monday, June 15, 2026. If you don’t already have a Eventbrite account, it would be prudent to create your account before the RSVP window opens. Use your browser to go to Eventbrite.com. Instructions for creating a free account can be found there. You do not have to be a member of Songmakers to join our group. It is open to the public.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/june-song-circle-tickets-1990837438370?aff=oddtdtcreator

West LA Hoot & Potluck Live
2026-06-28 16:00 - 20:00 | CA
4th Sunday – 4-8pm Potluck at 6pm Potluck – Please bring a contribution for the 6pm potluck.
Folks that want to come need to sign up on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/songmakers/events/313363678/
Address given to registered meetup attendees.
Contact info: WestLaHoot@songmakers.org or mhaatma@earthlink.net.
* Attendance RSVP via Meetup, no exceptions. Attendance will be limited to 20 people, with a waitlist for any who register after that.

Fireside Concert with The MacMammals and Kevin Kelso
2026-07-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, United States
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
LA 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
$25 cash only at the door. For more information, call (805) 380-8158 or email firesideconcerts@yahoo.com.

Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club
2026-07-12 13:00 - 16:30 | CA
Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club – A live song circle in Los Feliz, Los Angeles. Hosted by Douglas Kerr and Linda Szitkar. More information about our song circle, including the location, is on our Google website, Los Feliz Acoustic Music Club. You can also join our Facebook group to see the information there.
Tickets
Only guests with tickets may attend! Tickets and attendance are free but limited. We handle attendance through Eventbrite.com. It helps to have an Eventbrite account to register. Eventbrite accounts are free. Each person may acquire a maximum of 2 tickets. Eventbrite will keep a waiting list of up to 5 tickets if more people sign up than there are spots available. Eventbrite allows us to create an RSVP window so that an opportunity to attend does not depend on when you read the announcement. The RSVP window will open at 8 PM on Monday, July 6, 2026. If you don’t already have a Eventbrite account, it would be prudent to create your account before the RSVP window opens. Use your browser to go to Eventbrite.com. Instructions for creating a free account can be found there. You do not have to be a member of Songmakers to join our group. It is open to the public.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/july-song-circle-tickets-1992695757653?aff=oddtdtcreator

Instrumental Music Song Circle - Thousand Oaks
2026-07-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Instrumental Music Store, 1501 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362, United States
Instrumental Music Song Circle is not a Songmakers event, although several Songmakers members attend. This song circle is led by Pat Cronin and Bob Bueling (Sympatico Music). It is hosted by John Vanselow, the IM store owner. It is open to all levels of musicians from the general public. It is held inside the store on the THIRD WEDNESDAY of every month from 6-9pm.
If anyone has a question they can contact Pat Cronin at (805)-236-7958, or John Vanselow at the store (805) 496-3774. If attending, please be on time – before 6pm – because the store closes at 6pm.
Armless chairs are provided. No food or drink is provided. Bring your own water to drink, instruments, music, and music stands.
Be on time and be prepared to sing and/or play your song when your turn comes around. All styles of music are welcomed. You may perform your song on your own or invite the group to join in and play along. We do not use song sheets, charts or books. If you want to share song charts you must bring copies to hand out. We usually have 10-15 participants and they vary in experience. We welcome all skill levels. The store invites their customers and especially their students.

Agoura Hills Potluck and Song Circle
2026-07-21 18:00 - 22:00 | Steve and Sandy’s, 4032 Defender Dr, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, United States
Always the 3rd Tuesday of the month. An RSVP is required for all in-person attendees.
For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://partiful.com/e/q6daPQacQ5k8jYzjffqP
Potluck at 6pm – bring a dish to share, Music from 7 to 10pm. Please bring seating (folding chairs with rubber feet preferred). Five armless chairs available. This event is Songmakers guidelines compliant.

Songmakers 1st 2026 Summer Picnic
2026-07-25 12:00 - 21:00 | Dean’s House, 2406 Voorhees Ave, Redondo Beach, CA, 90278, United States
Bring a chair and a side dish, drink or dessert for the potluck dinner (served from 5-6pm). Your club will provide a sandwich and iced tea. There is no parking on the closest (South) side of the street. You can stop in the driveway to unload. We will play under popup canopies in the hard dirt yard. If you can bring one, please do. Enter through the gate on the left (East) side of the house. The temperature may get down to 62 in the evening. Acoustic instruments only, unless you are willing to play no louder than acoustic instruments. Your host will decide if it’s too loud. Drums ok if played at a moderate level to be respectful of the neighbors.
Please RSVP to DEAN (by phone or email), or to STEVE (on MeetUp) before 7/20 so we know how much food to prepare. Lets jam!!
Phone: (310) 384-1348 Email: elpelvis@verizon.net

Stagecoach Inn Museum Song Circle
2026-07-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Stagecoach Inn, 51 S. Ventu Park Rd, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, United States
Held the 4th of Saturday of each month from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. Led by David Steinhart. This venue is a beautiful historical site located in Newbury Park. Dressing in Western fashion is optional but a fun way to support the theme of the Stagecoach Inn Museum. Donations to support the museum’s mission are welcome. For parking, please use the lot on Susan Drive. Do bring your own chair.

West LA Hoot & Potluck Live
2026-07-26 16:00 - 20:00 | CA
4th Sunday – 4-8pm Potluck at 6pm Potluck – Please bring a contribution for the 6pm potluck.
Folks that want to come need to sign up on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/songmakers/events/313789145/
Address given to registered meetup attendees.
Contact info: WestLaHoot@songmakers.org or mhaatma@earthlink.net.
* Attendance RSVP via Meetup, no exceptions. Attendance will be limited to 20 people, with a waitlist for any who register after that.

David Steinhart's Virtual Song Circle
2026-07-31 09:30 - 11:30 | CA
Start the Day With A Song! Weekly event on Friday from 9:30 to 11:30am, hosted by dstein1209@yahoo.com
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89162569327

Santa Monica Traditional Folk Music Club
2026-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Culver City Memorial Bldg, Kaizuka Room, 4117 Overland Ave, Culver City, 90230, United States
Join The Santa Monica Traditional Folk Music Club
Below are the details (which you can also find on our website)
Where: 4117 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA 90230 (corner of Culver Blvd and Overland Avenue)
Time: First Saturday of each month from 6–9 pm.
Parking: there are over 300 free spaces accessible via Overland or Culver Boulevards.
This is Culver City Memorial Building, Kaizuka Room; you can enter from multiple entrances. Main entrance is at front of building by fountain near intersection of Culver Blvd and Overland. All entrances are on the first floor and restrooms are nearby to the room.
Themes for August 2026

Trails
Texas
Apples, pears, berries, etc.

Cost? Just $5 for a one-time admission, $50 for the year. (either can be paid in cash, by check or via PayPal or Venmo on site)
Questions? April Wayland: 310-376-8760 (this is a landline) or aprilspencil [at] G Mail [dot] com
Themes contributed by Janet Cornwell ~ thank you, as always, Janet ~

Pitts Ranch Park Song Circle
2026-08-02 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-09 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-16 13:00 - 15:30 | Pitts Ranch Park, 1400 Flynn Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
SMPOC Steve Linsky invites Songmakers, Old Time Fiddlers & friends to come jam at Pitts Ranch Park, 1400 Flynn Rd., Camarillo, 93012. Led by Steve Linsky. Free admission. Bathrooms and shade available. Come bring your instruments, a chair and your voices and let’s make some music!

Name That Tune - Songmakers Style on Zoom
2026-08-03 19:00 - 20:00 | CA
Led by Alan Stillson astillson13@gmail.com, on the first Monday of every other month.
You are invited to play a non-competitive version of this fun musical game. I’ll play 50 song snippets on the keyboard. The song titles will be in alphabetical order. See how many you can name. All you need is a piece of paper numbered 1 through 50 and a pencil or pen. I’ll provide the answer after each song. We’ll play closed mike and compare notes at the end. Who knows? Maybe a song you haven’t heard in years will inspire you to perform it in the future. The winner gets a free word puzzle book – written and autographed by me.
Join Zoom meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5617796793 (Passcode [REDACTED])
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbphh0RD2V.

First Tuesday Song Circle - Camarillo
2026-08-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Calfia Productions, 575 Dawson Dr. #204, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
The First Tuesday Song Circle will meet from 6-9 pm and is hosted by Valerie Kotas.
Cell (texting preferred): (805) 523-1760
Calfia Productions
575 Dawson Dr. #204
Camarillo CA 93012

Chuck Behrman's Virtual Thursday Evening Zoom
2026-08-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-13 19:00 - 22:00 | CA
<chuck@chbphoto.com>. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83549396377?pwd=[REDACTED] – Meeting ID: 835 4939 6377 Password: [REDACTED]

David Steinhart's Virtual Song Circle
2026-08-07 09:30 - 23:30, 2026-08-14 09:30 - 11:30 | CA
Start the Day With A Song! dstein1209@yahoo.com – Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89162569327

LIVE POTLUCK Mensa Folksong SIG (Special interest group)
2026-08-09 13:00 - 17:00 | Alan’s house, 5515 Keokuk Ave, Woodland Hills, CA, 91367, United States
Host Alan Stillson invites you to attend a monthly IN-PERSON song circle event for up to 15 participants (couples count as two attendees). The event occurs on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Participation requires a reservation – please contact Alan Stillson directly via astillson13@gmail.com or 818-884-4284 (land line) or 747-288-8345 (cell phone).
The Folksong SIG is a long-running event for members of Greater Los Angeles Area Mensa and invited guests. It is not listed on Meetup. The address is 5515 Keokuk Ave. Woodland Hills, CA 91367. It’s close to the Ventura Freeway and Winnetka Ave. All musical instruments are welcome. The gathering is indoors. There is a full-size keyboard in the room. No alcohol. The host will provide light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Please bring a potluck item to share.

Agoura Hills Virtual Song Circle
2026-08-09 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-16 19:00 - 22:00 | CA
Steven Mark Berman, President@songmakers.org, is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom Song Circle, every Sunday evening from 7pm-10pm.
Join via: https://zoom.us/j/637717652?pwd=[REDACTED] Meeting ID: 637 717 652 Password: [REDACTED]

Hueneme Virtual Song Circle
2026-08-11 16:00 - 18:30 | CA
Please join us on Zoom for the Hueneme Virtual Song Circle, hosted by Marty Capsuto on the second Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm-6:30pm.
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Santa Paula Song Circle
2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Santa Paula Universalist Church, 740 E. Main St., Santa Paula, CA, United States
Please join us for a monthly song circle at the Universalist Unitarian Church of Santa Paula, held on the second Wednesday of each month.

LIVE Culver City Song Circle
2026-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 | 5100 Overland Ave Culver City CA 90230, 5100 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA, 90230, United States
The Co-Hosts, Alan Stillson and Sheila Korsi, invite you to attend the monthly IN-PERSON Culver City Song Circle.
Participation requires a reservation and up to 15 Songmakers and invited guests may attend (couples count as two attendees). Please contact Alan Stillson directly via astillson13@gmail.com or 818-884-4284 (land line) or 747-288-8345 (cell phone) to reserve a space and to request additional details. It is not listed on Meetup.
The address is 5100 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90230 and the Song Circle will take place in the community room of Rotary Plaza, a large condominium complex, or in the patio if the weather is nice. Please park on the street – the parking lot is for residents only. The building is located at the corner of Overland Avenue and Virginia Street in Culver City. Suggested donation is $5. Please call Sheila Korsi at 310-936-0090 only if you are extremely lost or cannot find parking.
