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SUMMARY:BLUEGRASS JAM: VFW Post 9488 (every 2nd Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:VFW Sunday Bluegrass Jam: 2nd Sunday\, \n5:00-8:00 PM at VFW Post 9488\,\n2831 The Plaza\, Charlotte. \nIf interested just show up or email Greg Clarke at gregmclarke@gmail.com.
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/vfw-sunday-bluegrass-jam-every-2nd-sunday-2/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:VFW Post 9488\, 2831 The Plaza\, Charlotte\, 28205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Jams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000
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SUMMARY:CHARLOTTE FOLK SOCIETY JAM-A-THON
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, January 11\, 2-5 pm \nPETTY THIEVES BREWING – 413 Dalton Avenue\, Suite B Charlotte\, NC 28206 \nJoin the Charlotte Folk Society on January 11\, 2026 for a Jam-A-Thon at Petty Thieves Brewing from 3-6pm. Charlotte Folk Society is once again hosting its popular Jam-a-thon at Petty Thieves Brewing. \nFollowing the success of January’s jam-a-thon\, which drew strong crowds across all three genres\, this fall edition promises an equally energetic atmosphere. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or just “jam-curious\,” all skill levels are welcome to join in. Music lovers can enjoy three traditional acoustic styles—Bluegrass\, Old Time\, and Celtic—all in one lively location.
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/charlotte-folk-society-jam-a-thon-2/
LOCATION:Petty Thieves Brewing Company\, 413 Dalton Ave Suite B\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28206
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Celtic Sessions,Jams,Old-Time jams,Song Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T021409
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SUMMARY:BLUEGRASS JAM: Petty Thieves Monthly (4th Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Petty Thieves Monthly Bluegrass Jam:\n4th Sunday of the Month at Petty Thieves\nBrewing Co. 413 Dalton Ave. For more\ninformation contact Greg Clarke at\ngregmclarke@gmail.com.
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/bluegrass-jam-petty-thieves-monthly-4th-sunday/2026-01-25/
LOCATION:Petty Thieves Brewing Company\, 413 Dalton Ave Suite B\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28206
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Jams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T021409
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SUMMARY:Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Charlotte Contra Dancers are inviting Folk Society members to give contra dancing a try on February 8th. The two groups share musical roots and there is a long tradition of CFS musicians playing at dances. \nNancy Howe\, a beloved CFS member for many years\, started the group in 1973 as the Charlotte Country Dancers. Several name changes later\, they offer dances one Sunday a month and most Monday nights at the Mecklenburg Shrine Club. Find more dances in the region and dance weekends listed on their website at charlottecontradance.org. Ticket prices are also listed there. To welcome you\, the February 8th dance admission is $10 for Folk Society members.
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/contra-dance/
LOCATION:Mecklenburg Shrine Club\, 5200 Mecklenburg Shrine Club Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28215\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T190000
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SUMMARY:BLUEGRASS JAM: Belmont @ Primal Brewery
DESCRIPTION:Grab an instrument and join us on Fridays at Primal Brewery in Belmont\, NC from 7-10pm for a Bluegrass Jam for all skill levels!\n\nWhen: Fridays\, 7:00-10:00pm\nWhere: Primal Brewery\, located in downtown Belmont (https://primalbrewery.com/)\nPlaying Level: all are welcome\nStyles: bluegrass\, folk\, Irish\, country\nConditions: both indoor and outdoor\, depending on weather\nFurther Details: complimentary beer tokens provided to musicians and/or guests
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/bluegrass-jam-belmont-primal-brewing/2026-02-27/
LOCATION:Primal Brewery\, 52 Ervin Street\, Belmont\, NC\, 28012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Jams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000
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SUMMARY:BLUEGRASS JAM: The Print Shop (2nd Thursday) - Fort Mill
DESCRIPTION:Join The Charlotte Folk Society at The Print Shop (EVERY 2nd and 4th TUESDAY of the month) for a BLUEGRASS JAM! These will kick off at 6:00pm and will end at 8:00pm. NO TICKETS NEEDED. Just bring your instrument and play with The Charlotte Folk Society!
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/the-print-shop-fort-mill-jam-2-2-2-2/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:The Print Shop\, 113 Railroad Ave.\, FOrt Mill\, SC\, 29715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Jams
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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SUMMARY:March 20 - Kenny and Amanda Smith
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: FRIDAY\, March 20\, 2026 \nWHERE: UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST COMMUNITY OF CHARLOTTE (234 N. Sharon Amity Road\, Charlotte\, NC) \nFOOD TRUCK: Coming Soon \nBEVERAGES: Coming Soon \nJAMS: start at 5:30 PM \nMAIN EVENT: Kenny and Amanda Smith – 7:00 PM \nTICKETS: $20 (16 and under FREE) \nGET TICKETS HERE \n  \n\nThe award-winning duo of Kenny & Amanda Smith have cultivated a reputation of delivering fresh\, heartfelt\, bluegrass music to stages worldwide for nearly two decades. Known for sincere vocals and stellar musicianship\, Kenny & Amanda Smith are one of the most beloved husband-and-wife teams in acoustic music. \n“..we love Kenny’s guitar playing! He’s a great rhythm player and his solos are always clean and melodic. Amanda is one of our favorite female Bluegrass singers today! We love her voice – so rich\, warm and expressive!!” – Ricky Skaggs & Sharon White Skaggs \n\nHERE’S A PREVIEW:\n \n \n 
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/kenny-and-amanda-smith/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Community of Charlotte\, 234 N Sharon Amity Rd\, Charlotte\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Kenny and Amanda Smith
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please email kennygtr@gmail.com and specify your preferred workshop (guitar or vocal).\nVenmo link may be available on their website soon\, please finalize your registration via email in the meantime. \nWORKSHOP \nThe vocal and guitar workshops run concurrently. Both 10-12. Break at 11:00 so folks can switch then if they want. \n\nKenny Smith’s Guitar Workshop\nDesigned for bluegrass guitarists\, this session covers:\n– Rhythm Mastery: Improving pick tension\, strumming patterns\, and incorporating bass and G-runs.\n– Arpeggios: Constructing arpeggios from the major scale for improvisation.\n– Technique Refinement: Hand discipline\, speed\, and effective practice routines. \nAmanda Smith’s Vocal Workshop\nLed by the 2014 IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year\, this workshop focuses on:\n– Essential bluegrass singing techniques including tone\, diaphragm strength\, and dynamics.\n– Harmony and vocal practice through popular songs. \n>>>> To register\, please email kennygtr@gmail.com and specify your preferred workshop (guitar or vocal).
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/workshop-kenny-and-amanda-smith/
LOCATION:Saint Martins Episcopal Church\, 1510 E 7th St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T021409
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Charlotte Folk Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Charlotte Folk Music Festival on Saturday\, April 18\, 2026!\n\nThis year\, the festival has expanded to three music stages featuring talented acoustic artists throughout the day. In addition to live performances\, there will be food trucks\, vendors\, and beer sales. We encourage you to bring your instrument and participate in one of our three jams: Celtic\, Old Time\, or Bluegrass.\n\nThe event will also include dance demonstrations and lessons\, storytelling\, and a contra dance from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM to conclude the day. For children\, activities include a giant inflatable slide\, face painting\, and an instrument petting zoo.\n\nMake plans to be there!\nGET TICKETS HERE! \nVOLUNTEER SIGNUP HERE\n  \n\nFestival Schedule \nClick on the image below to download a PDF of the Festival Schedule \n \n\n \n 
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/3rd-annual-charlotte-folk-music-festival/
LOCATION:Saint Martins Episcopal Church\, 1510 E 7th St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Celtic Sessions,Old-Time jams,Shows,Song Circle
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T203000
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SUMMARY:Bing Futch
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: FRIDAY MAY 15\, 2026 \nWHERE: Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte.3601 Central Ave\, Charlotte\, NC 28205 \nFOOD TRUCK: Coming Soon \nBEVERAGES: Coming Soon \nJAMS: start at 5:30 PM \nMAIN EVENT: Bing Futch – 7:00 PM \nTICKETS: $20 (16 and under FREE) \nGET TICKETS HERE \nMountain Dulcimer and Native American Flute virtuoso Bing Futch will be the Charlotte Folk Society’s featured performer on May 15 at Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte. Located at 3601 Central Ave\, Charlotte\, NC 28205. As a nationally touring solo performer\, Bing Futch brings big energy to every stage. He’s performed multiple times at the Walnut Valley Festival\, The Florida Folk Festival\, the Old Songs Festival\, Indiana Fiddlers Gathering\, and Common Ground On The Hill\, unleashing a torrent of music with his voice\, Appalachian mountain dulcimer\, ukulele\, Native American flute\, and a looper pedal. Bing’s musicianship blends raw\, rootsy groove with fearless improvisation. A singer and multi-instrumentalist\, he pairs expressive vocals with mountain dulcimer virtuosity in a dizzying array of musical styles. His sets travel widely\, from Delta blues and Americana to reimagined rock and synth-pop alongside traditional material. Onstage\, he leans into connection\, often folding audience participation into the experience. \n 
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/bing-futch/
LOCATION:Galilee Ministries of East Charlotte\, 3601 Central Ave.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Gatherings,Shows
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ORGANIZER;CN="Charlotte Folk Society":MAILTO:CharlotteFolkSociety@folksociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T203000
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SUMMARY:Ettore Buzzini
DESCRIPTION:MORE INFO COMING SOON!\nJune 20th – Ettore Buzzini\, Front Porch Series\, \n5:30 PM jams \n7:00 PM concert \nSt. Martin’s Episcopal Church
URL:https://folksociety.org/event/ettore-buzzini/
LOCATION:Saint Martins Episcopal Church\, 1510 E 7th St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28204\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass Jam,Front Porch,Shows
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