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SUMMARY:Amythyst Kiah
DESCRIPTION:January 14th –  Amythyst Kiah  \nOn her new album Still + Bright\, Tennessee-bred singer/songwriter Amythyst Kiah explores the vast expanse of her inner world: her deep-rooted affinity for Eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions\, a near-mystical connection with the natural environment\, the life lessons learned in her formative years as a self-described “anime-nerd mall goth\,” and much more. Produced by Butch Walker (Taylor Swift\, Green Day\, Weezer) and recorded at his Nashville studio\, Kiah’s second full-length for Rounder Records merges her revelatory storytelling with a darkly cinematic twist on the rootsy alt-rock of her 2021 breakthrough Wary + Strange—an LP that landed on Rolling Stone’s list of the 25 Best Country and Americana Albums of 2021 and drew acclaim from major outlets like Pitchfork. With its sonic palette encompassing everything from fuzzed-out guitars and industrial-leaning beats to gilded pedal steel and Kiah’s exquisitely graceful banjo work\, Still + Bright makes for a vital new addition to a body of work largely dedicated to exploring the struggle and joy of true self-discovery. \nThe latest turn in a dynamic career that’s included joining Our Native Daughters (an all-women-of-color supergroup also featuring Rhiannon Giddens\, Leyla McCalla\, and Allison Russell)\, Still + Bright emerged from a deliberate transformation of the songwriting process Kiah adopted after composing her first song on a Fender acoustic at age 13. To that end\, the album marks her first time opening up her approach and working with co-writers\, including punk legend Tim Armstrong\, Sadler Vaden (a guitarist/vocalist for Jason Isbell’s 400 Unit)\, and former Pentatonix member Avi Kaplan. Although her third LP is an undeniable departure from the anguished emotionality of its predecessor (an album informed by losing her mother to suicide at age 17)\, Kiah imparts each track with a hypnotic intensity born from boldly stating her convictions. Revealing her rare ability to spin her fascinations into songs uncovering essential truths about human nature\, Still + Bright ultimately affirms her as an artist of both daring originality and uncompromising depth \n\n\nGeneral Admission – 32.00\nJoin us in the new addition at 7pm for refreshments \nDoors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/amythyst-kiah/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T183000
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SUMMARY:Poetry in the Valley
DESCRIPTION:December 30th – Poetry in the Valley at the G.A.R.Hall \nFellow Poets & Guests\, \nPlease join us for a poetry reading on December 30\, 2025. The format will be  Open Mic!\n\nBring your solstice\, holiday\, resolution poems /stories OR any poem/story you want to share. \nBring a book of poetry to exchange or give away. (not required for participation) \n($5 donation suggested) \n\n\nHope to see you there!\n\n6:30-8:30pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/poetry-in-the-valley-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T223000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20251113T164618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T003002Z
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SUMMARY:Up 'Til 4
DESCRIPTION:December 20th – Up ’Til 4 Holiday Show \nSweet harmonies\, spot-on instrumentals\, and classic tunes—wrapped up with a little Christmas sparkle!\nJoin us as Up ’Til 4\, the popular Kent-based folk/rock band\, brings their warm Laurel Canyon sound to the Hall for a special Holiday edition of their show. Known for their lush three- and four-part harmonies\, the band delivers timeless songs from the ’70s and ’80s—CSNY\, Jackson Browne\, the Eagles\, the Traveling Wilburys\, Fleetwood Mac\, Supertramp\, and more—all with a festive twist. \nAdd in a few of their own well-crafted originals\, and you’ve got the perfect soundtrack for a cozy December night. Come celebrate the season with Up’Til 4\, our last show of the Holiday Season. \nGeneral Admission: 20.00\nJoin us in the bar area before the show at 7pm\nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/up-til-4-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T223000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:David Mayfield Parade's Bluegrass Christmas - night two!
DESCRIPTION:December 19th – David Mayfield Parade’s Bluegrass Christmas -night two! \nDust off your sleigh bells and get ready to jingle that jangle! The David Mayfield Parade’s Bluegrass Christmas is back at the Hall—bringing holiday cheer\, laughter\, and a whole lot of musical mischief. It’s a Christmas classic\, because nobody does Christmas quite like David Mayfield! \nJoin us in the lobby for refreshments at 7pm\nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm \nGeneral Admission – 27.00
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/david-mayfield-parades-bluegrass-christmas-night-two/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T223000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:Tall Paul and Western Drawl's Ho Ho Hoedown 2025
DESCRIPTION:December 13th- Tall Paul and Western Drawl- \nIt’s been a long cattle-drive of shows this year\, but the final celebration is right around the bend -Tall Paul & Western Drawl’s “Ho Ho Hoedown 2025” on Saturday\, December 13. \n“Christmas & Western” (think Gene Autry & Rudolph) comes around once a year for this band of rounders so you can bet on a memorable evening of holiday-themed music in the western style\, fun original songs\, freshly shod standards\, singing\, dancing\, who knows? There might be some free give-aways\, got your attention yet? \nAnd you won’t want to miss this year’s special guests — our pal Cory Grinder (fiddle ‘n guit) and singer Kara Scott!  A great way to wrap up the year. Get your tickets early & join us! \nGeneral Admission – 20.00\nJoin us for refreshments in the Bar Area at 7pm\nDoors to the Concert Hall open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/tall-paul-and-western-drawls-ho-ho-hoedown-2025/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:Mr Sun plays Duke Ellington's Nutcracker Suite
DESCRIPTION:December 12th – Mr Sun plays Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite \nWhen Duke Ellington reimagined Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite in 1960\, it became an instant classic\, updating a world-renowned\, timeless masterpiece for a generation that liked a little swing with their sugar plums. Well over 60 years later\, Mr. Sun has taken Ellington’s arrangements and updated Tchaikovsky’s vision once again\, this time for an audience that mostly prefers the fiddle to the violin. \nOn Mr. Sun Plays Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite\, fiddler Darol Anger\, guitarist Grant Gordy\, (both from the David Grisman Quintet)\, mandolinist Joe K. Walsh\, and bassist Aidan O’Donnell reinterpret this holiday favorite with bluegrass flair while leaning at times into progressive and impressive atonal runs reminiscent of adventurous jazz. In the spirit of Sir Duke\, the titles are repurposed to reflect the irreverent nature of the proceedings. Whether you’re looking for a back porch alternative to classical holiday fare or to stop conversations mid-sentence to inquire if you’re really listening to Tchaikovsky being played on a mandolin\, Mr. Sun Plays Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suitewill definitely raise eyebrows at your next holiday gathering. — Michael Elliott from No Depression \nVery excited to present these world class musicians\, playing a holiday classic. \nGeneral Admission: 30.00\nJoin us at 7pm for refreshments in the bar area\nDoors to the Main Hall open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/mr-sun-plays-duke-ellingtons-nutcracker-suite/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T220000
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SUMMARY:Cats on Holiday
DESCRIPTION:December 6th-Cats on Holiday \nReigning from the Cuyahoga River Valley on the shores of the great Lake Erie\, this band has been pleasing crowds from bar rooms to outdoor festivals and concerts over the last 18 years. Armed with an arsenal of well-crafted original tunes and an eclectic blend of party songs\, it’s hard for most listeners not to swing and sway . Cats on Holiday is bringing their swampy\, soulful blend of blues\, rock\, roots\, and zydeco to the Hall! This crowd-favorite band has been cooking up tunes inspired by the sounds of Texas and Louisiana. Slip on your dancing shoes and come join the party! \nGeneral Admission: 20.00 \nJoin us before the show in our new bar area at 7pm\nDoors for the concert hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/cats-on-holiday-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:David Mayfield Parade's Bluegrass Christmas - night one!
DESCRIPTION:December 5th – David Mayfield Parade’s Bluegrass Christmas! \nDust off your sleigh bells and get ready to jingle that jangle! The David Mayfield Parade ‘s Bluegrass Christmas is back at the Hall—bringing holiday cheer\, laughter\, and a whole lot of musical mischief. It’s a Christmas classic\, because nobody does Christmas quite like David Mayfield! \nJoin us in the lobby for refreshments at 7pm\nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm \nGeneral Admission – 27.00
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/david-mayfield-parades-bluegrass-christmas/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T220000
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SUMMARY:Becky Boyd and the Groove Train
DESCRIPTION:November 29th – Becky Boyd and the Groove train – Becky Boyd\, a singer of such strength\, she could make a lot of ‘No Girls Allowed’ signs get ripped off the clubhouse doors… She possesses a powerful blues/jazz voice that’s forceful\, sensuous and as clear as spring water. If there’s a jazz buff in the Cleveland area who hasn’t heard Boyd sing yet\, do something about that. She has got the art of scat singing down cold. Becky Boyd is a local talent to watch.” – Steve Byrne\, Scene Magazine \nDiscover one of Cleveland’s best-kept secrets—Becky and her incredible band\, The Groove Train. Those who know her voice are already devoted fans. Come experience why! \nGeneral Admission-20.00 \nJoin us in the bar area at 7pm\nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/becky-boyd-and-the-groove-train-3/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20251107T025504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T025518Z
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SUMMARY:Mo Mojo pre-Thanksgiving Bash
DESCRIPTION:Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Celebration with Mo’ Mojo!\nThe holidays officially begin at the G.A.R. Hall with our annual Pre-Thanksgiving Party\, featuring Akron’s beloved parti-gras band\, Mo’ Mojo. It’s always the perfect warm-up to the holiday weekend with family and friends. Gather your crew\, raise a glass\, and dance your way into Thanksgiving! \nJoin us before the show in the Bar Area at 7pm\nConcert Hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/mo-mojo-pre-thanksgiving-bash/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:Hillbilly Idol Reunion Show
DESCRIPTION:November 22 – HillBilly IDOL started in 1991\, with Dave Huddleston & Paul Kovac casually getting together to sing & explore the music they loved. This led them down the path to the Everly Brothers\, Louvin Brothers\, Chuck Berry\, George Jones and many other heroes. By the mid-90’s\, the band’s lineup included Bill Watson on bass & drummer Scott Flowers. When Al Moss joined on pedal steel guitar\, the personal was complete. This was the band that made their two CD’s\, “Town & Country”\, and “Hillbilly IDOL”. \nFor this concert\, Caroline King will join the boys\, playing piano. Regrettably\, Al is unable to join them on this show. The group will return to its roots\, playing many of the songs that inspired & informed their sound\, as well as lots of songs from their albums. \nIt’s been 20+ years since they’ve played together. If you were a fan\, listened to their music\, enjoyed their many holiday shows\, had their CD’s\, or are just curious about HBI\, this is the show for you. \nGeneral Admission: 20.00\nJoin us in the bar area\, before the performance at 7pm\nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/hillbilly-idol-reunion-show/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T160942Z
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SUMMARY:Country Honk
DESCRIPTION:November 21st- Country Honk \nCountry Honk is a four-piece honky tonk band proudly rooted in Cleveland\, Ohio\, blending classic country tradition with the raw energy of rock ’n’ roll. Known for their dynamic live shows and sharp songwriting\, the band draws inspiration from legends like Hank Williams\, Buck Owens\, Merle Haggard\, and Willie Nelson\, while channeling the spirit of the country rock movement of the ’60s and ’70s. \nWith a mix of heartfelt originals and deep-cut covers\, Country Honk has built a loyal following across the Midwest and beyond\, and is now hitting the road for national festival appearances\, including an official showcase at AmericanaFest in Nashville. Whether it’s a late-night dive bar or a sunlit festival stage\, their sets are packed with twang\, grit\, and soul\, connecting with audiences of all ages. \nAt the heart of it all is a deep love for the music and a no-nonsense commitment to the craft. Country Honk may be going national\, but Cleveland will always be home. \nGeneral Admission: 22.00 \nJoin us before the show in our bar area at 7pm\nConcert Hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/country-honk-3/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
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SUMMARY:A Blues Gathering
DESCRIPTION:November 16th – A Blues Gathering \nWe love having some of our favorite Blues artists from Akron and Cleveland meet somewhere in the middle on the G.A.R. Hall Stage. Austin Walkin’ Cane\, Kristine Jackson\, Jon Mosey and Mike Lenz. This is always a fun show\, great friends mixing it up on stage with some of your favorite blues tunes penned by them and some of the great ones. Kristine shines like a rose between all of those thorns! \nGeneral Admission – 22.00 \nBar area opens at 6pm\nMain Hall doors open at 6:30pm\nMusic at 7pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/a-blues-gathering-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20250930T210038Z
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SUMMARY:Dirty Grass Players
DESCRIPTION:November 15th – The Dirty Grass Players\nBlending tradition with innovation\, The Dirty Grass Players bring high-energy bluegrass to a whole new level. Rooted in old-time pickin’ and powered by soaring harmonies\, they strike a perfect balance between the classic and the progressive—keeping the spirit of Bill Monroe alive while pushing the genre forward. \nWith two acclaimed albums under their belt—including Shiny Side Up (2023\, produced by The Travelin’ McCourys’ Colby Kilby)—the band has become a festival favorite\, lighting up stages at Delfest\, Grey Fox\, Dark Star Jubilee\, and more. Bluegrass Unlimited hails Shiny Side Up as proof that “bluegrass is in good hands going forward.” \nDon’t miss this one! \nGeneral Admission: $25\nBar opens: 7:00pm\nConcert Hall: 7:30pm\nMusic: 8:00pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/dirty-grass-players-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T223000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20250626T035813Z
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SUMMARY:An evening with Caitlin Canty
DESCRIPTION:November 14th – Caitlin Canty – Caitlin Canty’s songs harness the grit and spark at the heart of American music\, tempered with a voice both haunting and distinct. \nSince the release of her critically-acclaimed Reckless Skyline in 2015\, Canty has put thousands of miles on her songs\, touring throughout the U.S. and Europe. She is a constant collaborator\, both as a co-writer with Peter Bradley Adams and Jamey Johnson among others\, and appears on albums by Joy Williams\, Jeffrey Foucault and Darlingside. \nCaitlin Canty’s new record\,Night Owl Envies the Mourning Dove is her fifth studio release and marks a return to her roots\, a grittier and more electric Americana sound with echoes of her critically-acclaimed 2015 album\, Reckless Skyline. Recorded live in the studio while nearly 8 months pregnant with her second child\,the songs can be seen in the light of major shifts in Canty’s life\, from pre-parenthood city life in Nashville to her present day filled to the brim with family and nature\, living on top of a mountain in southern Vermont. Night Owl Envies the Mourning Dove finds Canty in the producer chair for the first time. Co-produced alongside Sam Kassirer(Josh Ritter)\, the album was recorded live at Great North Sound Society in rural Maine over 4 days with Rich Hinman(guitars)\, Jeremy Moses Curtis(bass)\, Ray Rizzo(drums) and Kassirer (keys). Matt Lorenz(The Suitcase Junket) joins on backing vocals. All songs on the record are entirely from Canty’s own pen\, with the exception of “Heartache Don’t Live Here” written with Jamey Johnson\, which serves as both the coda and encore of the album. \nShe has performed at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass\, Fresh Grass\, and Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival. She won the Telluride Troubadour songwriting competition at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival in 2015. Her song\,“Get Up\,” was nominated for Song of theYear in the Folk Alliance International Music Awards and was featured on NPR Music’s\, “Songs We Love.”Excited to have her back at the G.A.R. Hall. \nGeneral Admission – 25.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm\nConcert Hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/an-evening-with-caitlin-canty/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T220000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20250930T201735Z
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SUMMARY:The Barefoot Movement
DESCRIPTION:November 13th – The Barefoot Movement\nSince their 2011 debut Footwork\, The Barefoot Movement has been winning hearts and carving a bold place in the Americana and acoustic roots world. Their music brims with energy and honesty\, inviting listeners into an experience that feels both intimate and exhilarating. \nThe story began in North Carolina\, when frontwoman Noah Wall crossed paths with mandolinist Tommy Norris in high school. What started as a spark of shared passion quickly grew into the foundation of a band that has carried its unmistakable chemistry through every stage of its journey. Today\, The Barefoot Movement shines as a trio: Wall’s soaring vocals\, rich songwriting\, and expressive fiddle at the center; Norris’s inventive mandolin adding texture and drive; and upright bassist Katie Blomarz grounding the group with rhythm and warmth. \nThe Barefoot Movement delivers songs that are as addictive as they are soulful—modern roots music at its finest\, blending bluegrass\, Americana\, and a touch of bluesy grit into a sound that feels timeless yet alive in the present. \nGeneral Admission: 25.00\nJoin us for a refreshment before the show in our bar area at 7pm\nMain concert hall doors open at 7:30pm\nMusic starts at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/the-barefoot-movement/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reclamation Band
DESCRIPTION:November 8th – Reclamation Band\nLed by founder and composer Kevin Robert Martinez\, Reclamation Band offers a fresh take on modern jazz—expansive and cinematic\, yet rooted in the soulful landscapes of the Midwest. Their music seamlessly blends composed and improvised elements\, creating an immersive live experience that moves effortlessly through mood\, texture\, and rhythm. \nAbout Kevin Robert Martinez\nA native of Northampton\, Ohio\, Kevin grew up surrounded by music—his father\, Chuck Martinez\, was a well-known blues and rock guitarist in the Northeast Ohio music scene. After discovering his passion for jazz and orchestral music at Woodridge High School\, Kevin went on to earn a B.A. in Music Performance from Columbia College Chicago and aMaster’s in Music Composition from DePaul University. \nWhile in Chicago\, he immersed himself in the city’s vibrant jazz culture and toured nationally with the Chicago Afrobeat Project. Since returning home to Northeast Ohio\, Kevin has collaborated with acclaimed artists including Chris Coles\, The Speedbumps\, Roger Hoover\, and Honeybucket\, and has become a fixture in the regional jazz community. Beyond performing with Reclamation Band\, Kevin is also the orchestrator for the Canton Symphony Orchestra’s Divergent Sounds and Pops series\, bridging contemporary music and orchestral traditions. \nGeneral Admission: 20.00\nJoin us before the show in the bar area at 7pm\nDoors to the Concert Hall open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/reclamation-band/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T223000
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SUMMARY:Mama's Broke
DESCRIPTION:November 5th – Mama’s Broke is a powerful duo that deliver a compelling performance with heart and raw energy.  Although highly influenced by their Canadian roots\, Lisa and Amy are based out of nowhere and everywhere. \nTheir two strong voices blend to create haunting harmonies\, while they artfully juggle fiddle\, banjo\, guitar and mandolin\, and incorporate traditional dance and foot percussion into their performance.  Their original -and often dark- compositions push the boundaries of tradition and the constraints of genre.  Drawing from old-time\, Quebecois\, blues\, punk\, celtic\, balkan and doom metal\, they create a soundscape that is both familiar and new. \nFor a group defined by constant touring\, it’s not surprising that the two artists that make up Mama’s Broke\, Lisa Maria and Amy Lou Keeler\, met on the road. As Lisa remembers it\, “Amy was driving her old Mercedes from Montreal to Nova Scotia and I was looking for a ride. We spent the 17 hours in the car talking almost exclusively about music. By the time we reached Halifax we started playing together\, and within a week or two became a band.” Both coming out of traveling communities that are focused on music and protest\, the two owe the way in which they move through the world to the integrated and self-sustaining nature of DIY culture and activism. It was a busy life that took them on a roundabout annual touring schedule running between Canada\, the United States\, Ireland\, the UK\, and Europe. In each country\, they built grassroots DIY communities to support their music or moved along the pathways of communal organizing that sustained other touring artists. \nGeneral Admission: 27.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm \nDoors to concert Hall opens at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/mamas-broke/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T213000
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SUMMARY:Tray Wellington Band
DESCRIPTION:November 1st – Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner\, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess\, but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. It’s a feat that’s all too rare in these roots genres that seem to value emulation and regurgitation over all else. Instead\, Wellington has time and time again reasserted that his playing style\, and all of the many varied and disparate parts that combine within it\, is wholly his own – and it’s unconcerned with tradition. \nWhether seen on CNN\, discovered in reviews and features by The Wall Street Journal or The New York Times\, or heard on the main stage of roots music festivals across the country\, Wellington combines forward-looking musical textures and influences with an athletic and trad right hand. There are numerous qualities here evoking so many five-string banjo legends\, but there are just as many that are brand new – referencing or conjuring jazz\, swing\, bebop\, hip-hop\, rock and roll\, and beyond. Wellington is carving a truly unique pathway for himself in music and on the banjo. \nWith roots in Western North Carolina and East Tennessee\, Wellington subverts those expectations and presuppositions of five-string banjo players artfully; his playing is constantly informed by a striking self awareness. Do not be confused\, his bluegrass\, old-time\, and traditional expertise is well-honed\, since he was a teenager\, but at this stage in his solo career\, they are merely a small handful of influences in the rich\, diverse soil his music is rooted in. On top of this well of knowledge\, Wellington knows how he is perceived in these roots music spaces\, and he uses that awareness to his advantage. \nGeneral Admission: 25.00\nBar area opens at 7pm\nDoors open at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/tray-wellington-band/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T220000
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SUMMARY:The Cody Sisters
DESCRIPTION:October – 25th – The Cody Sisters at the G.A.R. Hall \n“With uncanny talent and an impressive knack for capturing a variety of old-time and bluegrass styles\, the Cody Sisters demonstrate skills way beyond their years.” \n“All the quiet people have got a lot to say\,” sing the Cody Sisters on the title track to their forthcoming album. And the group—Maddie Cody\, Megan Cody\, and Will Pavilonis—has spent the better part of their young lives proving it\, whether they’re collaborating as writers\, harmonizing on bluegrass stages\, or inviting fans to share their own stories. \n“This feels like a project where we’re just jumpstarting everything\,” says Maddie of All the Quiet People. “We’ve gone through a transitional period with our genre\, with the way that we approach music. As we’ve grown\, we’ve leaned into the sounds that feel truest to who we are.” \nMaddie and Megan have been making music together since ages six and eight\, respectively. Raised on the Colorado folk and bluegrass scene—with encouragement from their dad\, who often played guitar around the house and was the original bass player in the band—festivals like RockyGrass were high notes amidst a lifelong musical awakening filled with live performances\, songwriting\, and travel. With Maddie on banjo\, Megan on mandolin\, and both women trading turns on the guitar\, the sisters built a following quite early for their resonant harmonies and meticulous instrumental chops.The Cody Sisters took on a new depth in 2020 when bassist Will Pavilonis became part of the band\, bringing fresh dimensions to their arrangements and sound. \nIn many ways\, the album’s potent combination of personal experience and compelling fiction underscores its major takeaway: that every story has value. “We want our listeners to understand that their stories should be heard no matter who they are\,” says Maddie. “We’re all collectively just interested in making a small difference with our music—to add a little bit of joy to this chaotic world.” \nGeneral Admission – 18.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm \nDoors open at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/the-cody-sisters/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T223000
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SUMMARY:The Mammals
DESCRIPTION:October 23rd – The Mammals at the G.A.R. Hall \nIf you have seen a live performance by The Mammals\, than you know it something special. Beautiful harmonies\, exceptional musicianship and meaningful songwriting. The peice below sums up the Mammals perfectly\, always a special night when the Mammals perform at the Hall. \nReviving the Rebel Soul of Americana “The Mammals make music for the moment—and the movement. Anchored in the fertile folk traditions of the Hudson Valley\, this fiercely independent band blends string-band swagger with indie-folk heart and a radical spirit that feels both deeply rooted and urgently current. Co-founded by Mike Merenda and Ruth Ungar (daughter of fiddle legend Jay Ungar)\, The Mammals emerged in the early 2000s with a mission: revive the rebel soul of Americana\, and give it something real to say.And say something\, they do. Their songs straddle the personal and political\, moving from love ballads and front porch reflections to rally cries for environmental justice\, labor rights\, and community healing. It’s protest music with hooks—think Pete Seeger meets Wilco at a modern hootenanny. Their harmonies ache\, their fiddles fly\, and their lyrics don’t flinch. The Mammals aren’t here for nostalgia—they’re here to make folk music matter again.At a time when roots music can feel either too polished or too precious\, The Mammals cut through with grit\, grace\, and a palpable sense of purpose. Whether they’re headlining a folk festival\, recording in their own homegrown Humble Abode Studio\, or showing up for a cause in their backyard\, The Mammals carry on a living tradition: one where music doesn’t just entertain—it empowers.” – RBR Music (June 13\, 2025) \nGeneral Admission: 25.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm \nDoors open at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/the-mammals-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T223000
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SUMMARY:Pressing Strings
DESCRIPTION:October 18th – Pressing Strings – When music is given the benefit of instinct\, imagination and inspiration\, the results are guaranteed to be good. So it ought to come as no surprise that the critically-acclaimed Annapolis Maryland-based trio\, appropriately dubbed Pressing Strings\, has infused those elements within their musical mantra the beginning. The band —Jordan Sokel (Guitar/Vocals)\, Nick Welker (Bass\, Vocals)\, Justin Kruger (Drums\, Vocals) and Austin Day(Keys\, Guitar) can trace its origins to Sokel’s initial fascination with some iconic influences\, among them\, the usual suspects — Dylan\, Marley\, Simon\, Withers\, Al Green\, Marvin Gaye\, Led Zeppelin\, etc.\, as well as some more under the radar artists like Taj Mahal\, R.L. Burnside\, Junior Kimbrough\, and Nick Drake. \n“This band has had a lot of different parts and personalities over the years and if you listen closely\, you can hear that in the music\,” Sokel reflects. “It’s never been static; the chemistry and creativity has morphed and evolved and it’s still doing so now. However it has changed\, one thing has stayed constant. Music has moved and motivated me ever since the first time I realized I could write songs and share them with an audience. That’s been my motivation ever since I was 20 years old and had my first opportunity to perform in front of a live audience. And after I learned how to record and shape songs in the studio\, that was it\, I was hooked. \nKruger was similarly inspired. He grew up in the Bay Area of California\, the offspring of two working musicians and spent much of his youth behind soundboards and in green rooms. Like Sokel\, college felt unsatisfactory so he began jumping into tour vans and onto festival stages in the western U.S. Giving him years in Jazz\, Rock\, Reggae\, World\, Country\, Americana/Songwriter and even Comedy shows. After a decade plus\, he moved to Maryland where he would begin again. First with the Annapolis scene. Then Baltimore city\, Philadelphia\, New York. Always knowing of Sokel and Welker’s forward motion and staying in close communication. JK was tapped to join full time in 2021. A singing drummer\, adding 3 part harmonies and a new life to older tunes. Welker is a native of Annapolis. He first picked up the bass in 6th grade\, and eventually started performing in his school’s orchestra before going on to form a band with some high school friends. He joined Pressing Strings in 2013 and has been with the group ever since. \nThese days\, Sokel himself finds reflecting on all that Pressing Strings has accomplished thus far and how it’s impacted his life overall. “Music is an extension of who I am\, what I’m going through\, what I’m feeling\, and the people who are meaningful in my life\,” he maintains. “It offers me an avenue to share my feelings and\, in doing so\, connect with people. It’s never failed to give me comfort\, in both the best and worst of times.” \nThat’s what great music is all about. It’s comforting to have Pressing Strings providing that comfort and concern. \nGeneral Admission: 25.00\nBar area doors open at 7pm\nMain Concert Hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic starts at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/pressing-strings-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kim Richey
DESCRIPTION:October 16th- Kim Richey – In January 2024\, Kim Richey found herself in Mexico\, gazing out at a sea of people singing along to “I’m Alright\,” one of her classic tracks. The three folks on stage with the veteran\, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter were also raising their voices in harmony. To her right sat Brandi Carlile\, to her left\, Mary Chapin Carpenter\, and Brandy Clark. The formidable foursome was participating in a songwriter’s round only half-jokingly dubbed “Titans of Americana” at Carlile’s female-forward Girls Just Wanna Weekend festival on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. \n“That was nuts looking out and seeing everybody arm-waving and singing along\,” says Richey\, still both incredulous and cheered by the memory of performing with that supergroup and later appearing alongside other Girls Just Wanna Weekend-ers Annie Lennox\, Lucius\, Allison Russell\, and Sarah McLachlan among others. “It was just like\, ‘wow’!” \nThat voice\, which Brandi Carlile has cited as formative in crafting her own style\, is a widely sought after harmony instrument and has been featured on scores of albums including Jason Isbell’s acclaimed Southeastern\, Trisha Yearwood’s Everybody Knows\, Heartbreaker by Ryan Adams\, Reba McEntire’s Starting Over\, and Has Been by Capt. Kirk himself William Shatner\, among many others. Richey’s music continues to loiter at the Americana intersection of country\, folk\, pop\, and rock conjuring everything from Lucinda’s humanity\, the Beatles shimmer\, Tom Petty’s effervescent stomp and Joni Mitchell’s laser-sharp lyrical craft. \nFor now\, Richey only knows a few things for sure. One is it feels good to be considered a Titan — when peers like Carpenter\, spiritual heirs like Carlile and Clark\, and vocal acolytes like Isbell\, among many others\, sing her praises\, she says\, “It’s really nice. You can’t beat it\, really.” The other is that with Every New Beginning\, (her latest recording)\, Richey is still striving for the same goal she had at the beginning of her own musical life: “Whenever I write a song\, the thing that I enjoy the most is when someone hears a song or a line and says\, ‘That’s how I feel.’” As long as the music is connecting\, there is no end. \nGeneral Admission : 26.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm \nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/kim-richey-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T223000
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SUMMARY:Darol Anger and Bruce Molsky
DESCRIPTION:October 10th – Darol Anger and Bruce Molsky have been musical explorers together for years\, sharing a creative universe that’s resulted in some epic collaborations\, like the Grammy nominated Fiddlers Four (with Michael Doucet and Rushad Eggleston)\, crashing each other’s concerts and recordings\, and just finding big joy in playing together. \nFreestyle fiddler\, composer\, producer and educator\, Darol Anger is at home in a number of musical genres\, some of which he helped to invent. Exceptional among modern fiddlers for his versatility and depth\, Anger has helped drive the evolution of the contemporary string band through his involvement with numerous pathbreaking ensembles such as his Republic Of Strings\, the Turtle Island String Quartet\, the David Grisman Quintet\, The Montreux Band\, his Duo with Mike Marshall\, his current touring group Mr Sun\, and others. He has performed and taught all over the world with musicians such as Dr. Billy Taylor\, Bela Fleck\, Bill Evans\, Edgar Meyer\, Bill Frisell\, Tony Rice\, Tim O’Brien\, The Anonymous 4\, Marin Alsop and the Cabrillo Orchestra\, the Detroit Symphony\, Bruce Molsky\, Mark O’Connor\, and Stephane Grappelli. \nDescribed as “an absolute master” (No Depression)\, Bruce’s take on tradition has landed him in collaborations with some of the world’s most highly respected players from roots to rock. He is a special guest on legend rocker Mark Knopfler’s CD\, “Tracker.” His 1865 Songs of Hope & Home with Anonymous 4\, was on Billboard’s top 10 for weeks. Along with Andy Irvine & Donal Lunny\, Bruce is a founding member of the supergroup Mozaik\, with three recordings. You can see Bruce on the BBC TV “Transatlantic Sessions” with Aly Bain and Jerry Douglas\, and on “David Holt’s State of Music” on PBS. Bruce holds the title of “Visiting Scholar in the American Roots Music Program” at Berklee College of Music\, where he is the go-to guy for the next generation of roots musicians. \nGeneral Admission -32.00 \nBar Area opens at 7pm \nConcert Hall opens at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/darol-anger-and-bruce-molsky/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T223000
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SUMMARY:Sisters in Song
DESCRIPTION:October 4 – Sisters in Song at the G.A.R. Hall\nBack by popular demand\, Sisters in Song returns to the G.A.R. Hall for an unforgettable evening of music\, stories\, and camaraderie. This celebrated collaboration brings together some of Northeast Ohio’s most beloved female musicians\, sharing heartfelt originals\, favorite covers\, laughter\, and maybe even a few tears. Don’t miss what has become one of the Hall’s favorite nights of music among friends.
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/sisters-in-song-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T223000
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SUMMARY:Ben Gage
DESCRIPTION:October 3 – Ben Gage Album Release Show \nJoin us as we celebrate the release of Roads I Missed\, the brand-new album from Northeast Ohio’s own traveling troubadour\, Ben Gage. Hailing from Akron\, Ben blends folk and roots blues with a rust-belt grit that reflects his blue-collar upbringing and love of storytelling. \nSince leaving the tech world in 2021 to pursue music full time\, Ben has been crisscrossing the country\, gathering stories and turning them into songs. Roads I Missed is a raw\, Americana-rich collection that explores life’s turning points — the choices made\, paths not taken\, and the people we carry with us. \nWith his gravel-warm voice\, harmonica\, and heartfelt songwriting\, Ben Gage invites you on a journey filled with longing\, hope\, and the spirit of the open road. Don’t miss this special night at the G.A.R. Hall! \nGeneral Admission – 20.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm \nConcert Hall doors open at 7:30pm \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/ben-gage/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T203000
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SUMMARY:Poetry in thValley
DESCRIPTION:Featured Readers: \nBill Newby is an “everyday writer” using poetry to record and explore moments of celebration\, Bill complaint\, concern and comedy. Philip Terman\, former director of the Chautauqua Writers Festival\, said Passing Through\, Bill’s second collection\, “delights\, surprises\, teaches\, and sings poems with knowledge and wisdom.” Bill’s work has been widely published\, and he is looking forward to sharing portions with you. \n\nBarbara Sabol is the author of six poetry collections. Her third full-length book\, WATERMARK: Poems of the Great Johnstown Flood of 1889\, was published by Alternating Current Press in 2023. She won the Sheila-Na-Gig poetry contest for her book\, IMAGINE A TOWN\, in 2019 and went on to become the associate editor of Sheila-Na-Gig online. Barbara conducts poetry workshops through Literary Cleveland and the Cuyahoga Falls Library. Her honors include an Individual Excellence Award from the Ohio Arts Council and the 2024 Ohio Poet of the Year award. Barbara lives in Akron\, Ohio with her husband and wonder dog. \n\nFeatures followed by open mic.\n$5.00 donation suggested
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/poetry-in-thvalley/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T223000
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SUMMARY:Hey Mavis
DESCRIPTION:September 27th – Hey Mavis – For more than thirteen years\, Northcoast Americana band Hey Mavis has been weaving a musical tapestry and igniting a following of dedicated fans. With heartfelt vocals\, honest songwriting\, blazing instrumental solos\, and an undeniable onstage musical chemistry\, this quartet is the definition of great Americana music. \nBanjoist/songwriter Laurie Michelle Caner and violinist/fiddler Eddie Caner formed Hey Mavis while serving as artists-in-residence in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Producer Don Dixon (REM/Smithereens/Red Clay Ramblers) “discovered” the group on a local Christmas compilation CD and went on to produce their first two albums\, both of which hit the top 10 on the national Folk DJ-L radio charts and amassed favorable reviews across the globe. \nHey Mavis has appeared on NPR’s Mountain Stage\, NPR’s Whad’ya Know?\, PBS’s Applause and PBS’s Songs from the Center. The group has performed standing-room-only shows at the Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival as well as countless sell-out concerts in Northeast Ohio and Michigan. In 2018\, Melissa Etheridge hand-picked Hey Mavis to be one of the headliners for her music cruise. \nBand members:\nLaurie Michelle Caner – Vocals\, banjo and songwriter\nEddie Caner – Violin\, Viola profunda\nAnthony Taddeo – Drums\, percussion\nBryan Thomas – Bass \nGeneral Admission: 27.00 \nBar area opens at 7pm\nHistoric Concert Hall opens at 7:30pm\nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/hey-mavis-2/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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SUMMARY:Maura Rogers and the Bellows
DESCRIPTION:September 26th – Maura Rogers and the Bellows – The passionate vocals and prolific songwriting of Maura Rogers are supported by lush harmonies\, a dynamic rhythm section\, and intricate arrangements with driving accordion and guitar leads. Expect energy and emotion and walk away feeling something profound. MR&B are modern twist on Americana\, with tasteful bits of folk and classic rock. The Bellows are Meredith Pangrace on accordion/vocals\, Quinn Stefanos on bass/vocals\, Jeff Babinski on drums/vocals\, and Al Moses on lead guitar.The musical history of founding band members\, Maura Rogers and Meredith Pangrace\, began with a life-saving kidney transplant in 2012 \, and the evolution of their musical collaboration is both compelling and inspiring. Selling out Cleveland’s top venues\, they continue to captivate audiences with their powerful live performances. At the root of music is the capacity to move others\, and the band achieves it with honesty and fervor. \nGeneral Admission : 20.00 \nBar Area opens at 7pm \nMain Concert Hall doors are at 7:30 \nMusic at 8pm
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/maura-rogers-and-the-bellows/
LOCATION:G.A.R. Hall\, 1785 Main St\, Peninsula\, OH\, 44264\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260420T000644
CREATED:20250902T202605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T031022Z
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SUMMARY:Music on the Porches 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Peninsula’s Village-Wide Fall  music celebration! \nOver 20 music acts throughout the Village with four main stages and new this year\, a Celtic Stage~ \n\nG.A.R. Hall Stage (main stage)\nRiver Light Gallery\nMill Street  (main stage)\nBronson Green (main stage)\nPeninsula Antiques – The Celtic Stage! New this year!!\nPrivate residence  – 6084 North Locust\n\nGreat Music ~ Food vendors ~ Adult Beverages \n*adult beverages must be consumed where purchased \nWho is playing and where: \nBronson Green – 1712 Main Street \n12:15 – 1:30 – Sisters in Song- Becky Boyd\, Kristine Jackson\, Rachel Brown \n2:00 – 3:30 – Paul’s Big Grass Band- traditional bluegrass \n4:15 – 6 – Hunter Skeens and the Forerunners – progressive bluegrass \n  \nMill Street – We are closing the whole street! \n1-2:30- Ed and Laurie Caner of Hay Mavis – fiddle/guitar \n3:15-4:45 -Country Honk – Cleveland’s favorite Country Band \n5:30-7pm – Mo Mojo – Akron’s favorite party band \n  \nG.A.R. Hall – 1785 Main Street \n12- 1:00 – Johnny G and Brant- Singer-songwriter \n1:30 – 2:30 – Austin Walkin’ Cane – Blues guitar \n3- 4 -Brent Kirby – Singer-songwriter \n4:30- 5:30 – Ben Gage – Singer-songwriter \n5:45-8 ish –  Old time jam hosted by Eddie Eakin \n  \nCeltic Stage   – 1685 Main Street – Behind Peninsula Antiques – New this year! \n12:00: Session with Maureen Conway Reich and friends \n2:00 Session with Tavia Hach\, Tiffany Schaefer and friends \n4:00 Instrument “Petting Zoo” try out some Irish traditional instruments with Comhaltas members:  accordion\, tin whistle\, harp\, mandolin\, bouzouki\, bodhran \n5:00 session with Jack Hughes and friends \n  \n6084 North Locust Street  \n12:30-1:30 – Randy Horvath – Singer/Songwriter \n2-3- Josee McGee- Singer/ Songwriter \n3;30-4;30 – Ray Flanagan – Singer/Songwriter \n  \n1653 Main Street – River Light  Gallery \n12-2 – Jon Mosey – banjo\, old time blues \n2-4 – Uptown drifters – banjo\, guitar \n  \nWhere oh where should I dine? \nG.A.R. Hall – 1785 Main Street\nChef Ron from Casually Fine Catering\nsmoked bbq pork\, rosemary chicken\nroasted potatoes\, roasted veggies and dessert!  Yum!! \nG.A.R. Hal fulll bar is open!  \nBronson Church Green – 1712 Main Street \nDiamond Dogs \nHamburgers\, hot dogs and walking tacos! \nBeer and wine and spirits –  Full barhosted by the G.A.R. Bar! \npurplebrown farm store – 1619 Mill Street \npurplebrown farm smoke! \nPurplebrown Farm Store will fire up the smoker to serve up locally produced\npulled pork sandwiches!  We will also have lots of artisan beverages & gourmet\nsnacks – salads\, chips\, dips\, cheese & crackers\, fruits\, sweets & more!   \nBeer from Thirsty Dog Brewery sold by the depot! \nCash only please! \nTrail Mix- 1600 West Mill Street \nsandwiches\, bakery and ice cream \nWinking Lizard Tavern- 1615 Main Street \nBurgers\, Wings\, Ribs\, Salads and Pizza\nIt’s clambake season! \nFull Bar \nFisher’s Cafe and Pub- 1607 Main Street \nAmerican food\, amplified bar food\, clambake special\nFull Bar \nRiver Light Gallery – 1653 Main Street\n12-4 Breadheads Breadery \n  \nParking: \nG.A.R. Hall Parking Lot \nRiverview Court lot on the corner of Riverview and 303\nLock 29 parking lot on Mill Street \nCVNP overflow lot off of Mill Street  \nGeneral Die Casters parking lot off of N. Locust \nHeritage Academy on Bronson Avenue \nOn street parking in Peninsula \nParking in Peninsula United Methodist Church lot on\nNorth Locust- donation appreciated \nParking at corner of 303 and Akron Peninsula- donation appreciated \nLook for Event parking signs \nRestrooms:\nBronson Church\nThe G.A.R. Hall ADA \n CVNP public restrooms on Mill Street \nScan QR code to take our brochure with you while enjoying the music! \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://thepeninsulafoundation.org/event/music-on-the-porches-2025-2/
LOCATION:Village of Peninsula\, Ohio
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