Hudson Valley Folk Guild

Poughkeepsie Chapter: John Schin
2025-09-20 19:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Unitarian Fellowship, 67 S. Randolph Ave., Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, September 20, 2025
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring John Schin.

John Schin is a singer songwriter from Dutchess County New York that has been performing his originals and eclectic covers throughout the Hudson Valley. He has performed at various open mics, farmers markets, church events, and has performed at the Hudson Valley Folk Guild’s 45th anniversary concert.
John’s playing and music has been influenced by artists such as James Taylor, Jackson Browne, John Denver, Joni Mitchell, The Eagles, CSN&Y and many others.
His songs tell stories. Some make you laugh, some hit your heart, and some make you think.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Brian and Mary Huff
2025-09-27 07:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Night Ride Home is the songwriting duo Mary DeAngelis and Brian Huff – Philadelphia Area Songwriters Alliance hosts, organizers of the long-running Phoenixville Area Acoustic Jam Group, and hosts of the Catbird Garden songwriting, house concert, and open mic events in Collegeville, PA.
The duo specializes in idiosyncratic Folk, pop and jazz-influenced originals featuring tight vocal harmonies and intricate fingerstyle guitar work. Influences include Woody Guthrie, Tom Waits, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Tom Lehrer and the Great American Songbook.
Contact: brianehuff@gmail.com (610) 476-1734

Kingston Chapter: Sharon Klein
2025-10-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, NY, 12401
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2025-2026 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, October 4, 2025
at Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is Sharon Klein.

Sharon Klein, is an accomplished and prolific singer-songwriter and fingerstyle guitar player. She has been writing songs since the age of 17, having landed a music publishing deal with Burt Bachrach’s publishing company at age 19. More recently, Sharon got to share the stage and play with John Sebastian, Steve Miller, Larry Campbell, Happy Traum, Jorma Kaukonen at the Woodstock Luthier Showcase. In recent years, Sharon mentored with Richard Thompson, Dar Williams, Mary Gauthier in Nashville and most recently Joe Crookston, who called her “an amazing songwriter”. She teaches songwriting at Bard College’s Lifelong Learning Institute and is currently recording her forthcoming album entitled “Roots and Rants”. We are thrilled to have Sharon return to play some new and familiar original songs as our featured artists at the Hudson Valley Folk Guild.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Rich Newman
2025-10-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Rich Newman.

Rich was among the bell-bottomed multitude that slogged their way to “Woodstock” back in the day, and some say he never came back. He’s still singing the songs of Creedence, The Band and The Grateful Dead and has added many folk, pop and country favorites to his repertoire, pleasing audiences in Orange and Ulster counties for more than 30 years.

Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Storm King Skyline
2025-10-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, 67 S. Randolph Ave., Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, October 18, 2025
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Storm King Skyline.

Kevin & Carol Becker, Rich Keyes, Ken & Linda Sheehan
Start with deep roots in traditional folk music, add musical versatility, mix in both historical and contemporary themes, all seasoned with a healthy dose of good-natured humor, then enjoy a performance by Storm King Skyline.
A newly formed musical group, Storm King Skyline has developed a unique sound that combines breathtaking vocals, instrumental dexterity, and a synergy that comes only from an intimate knowledge of each other’s talents. That sound starts with Kevin’s intricate finger picked guitar, augmented by his impeccable harmonica playing. Carol’s soaring vocals – clear, bright, and pure, stand out when singing solo and form compelling harmonies with Kevin and Ken’s baritone voices. Ken adds the skillful touch of a virtuoso on guitar and Linda adds some light percussion. The entire sound is anchored by Rich’s solid rhythms on upright bass and his driving bluegrass-influenced banjo. They feature other instruments as well, notably mountain dulcimer, recorder, bodhran, and Appalachian limber horse. Their repertoire ranges from historical ballads to songs of social significance and from traditional folk songs to the original songs of the band members. Storm King Skyline has an easy manner and relaxed stage presence which encourages audience participation and contributes to their entertaining performances.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Tom Bowes
2025-10-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Singer/Songwriter Tom Bowes, a long-time resident of Warren, Michigan, has a fondness for old songs with great melodies. Growing up, Tom was inspired by the likes of Pete Seeger and Harry Belafonte.
Tom is an active member of the Paint Creek Folklore Society, and features as a soloist from time to time with the Unity of Royal Oak music makers livestream, where he is also an ensemble player.
As a singer, songwriter, finger-picker (and alleged harmonicist) Tom enjoys reinterpreting traditional songs and leading sing-alongs. Listeners have been heard to comment on the sweetness of Tom’s voice, and on the subtle interplay of his guitar picking with his singing.
Contact: kk8m@att.net

***CANCELLED*** Kingston Chapter: Barry Adelman
2025-11-01 19:00 - 22:00 | Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, NY, 12401
We’re sorry, but this month’s Kingston Coffeehouse has been cancelled due to maintenance issues at the venue.
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The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2025-2026 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, November 1, 2025
at Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performer is Barry Adelman.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: Lydia Adams Davis
2025-11-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring Lydia Adams Davis.

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Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Bill Buttner
2025-11-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, November 15, 2025
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Bill Buttner.

Bill Buttner is a singer/songwriter from Ulster County, New York. Recently retired, he is concentrating on getting out and playing his songs to anyone who will listen in the Tri-state area. Major songwriting influences are Paul Simon, Dylan, Springsteen and Steve Earle.

OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Princes of Serendip
2025-11-22 19:00 | Zoom
The Princes of Serendip are a husband-and-wife duo based for three decades in Woodstock, NY. T. G. Vanini (vocals and piano) and Julie Parisi Kirby (vocals) specialize in T. G.’s varied and lyrical songs that show Celtic and classical influences. They hope to provoke some thought and tell you some surprising stories with their beguiling, lilting, whimsical songs, that invite the listener to an enchanted land that feels somehow familiar . . .
Contact: vanini@earthlink.net

Kingston Chapter: Betty Altman and Phil Miller
2025-12-06 19:00 - 22:00 | Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd, Kingston, NY, 12401
The Kingston Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2025-2026 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, December 6, 2025
at Stepping Stone, 320 Sawkill Rd., Kingston.

Our featured performers are Betty Altman and Phil Miller.

Together Betty and Phil have a smooth mix of harmonies and craft-fully interwoven guitar work, performing a mix of original and classic cover songs, from James Taylor, Leon Russel or Dougie Maclean. Their performances are fun, engaging and inviting.
Betty Altman and Phil Miller started performing as duo and continue to have fun, always keeping the music friendly and familiar.
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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Rock Tavern Chapter: James Leo
2025-12-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild is pleased to be featuring James Leo.

James Leo, a native of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, experienced a life-changing moment in 1970 when he encountered the music of Sam “Lightin” Hopkins. Inspired by the mastery and emotive power of Hopkins’ blues, James decided to learn to play the guitar, attempting to echo the unique sounds and feelings produced by the acclaimed bluesman.
As he embarked on his musical journey, James expanded his influences to include Robert Johnson and Django Reinhardt, the latter known for his contributions to gypsy jazz. Further enhancing his skills, he had the opportunity to study under the guidance of the late Danny Kalb and Frank Christian, both prominent figures in the Greenwich Village music scene. He is currently studying with Mike Dowling and will forever be a “student of the guitar.”

Open mic performances will be available to all.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors). Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00. The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern is located in the Town of New Windsor at 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, off Route 207, 3.4 miles west of Rte 300; or take I-84 to Exit 5A, Rte 747 south to Rte 207, make a right and take the second left.
For more information contact the President of the Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild at HVFGRockTavern@hudsonvalleyfolkguild.org.

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Neil Okeson
2025-12-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, December 20, 2025
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.
This month we are proud to be featuring Neil Okeson.

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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

Open Mic via Zoom: Elly Wininger
2025-12-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Zoom
Elly Wininger is a New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee, acoustic and slide guitarist, and songwriter known for her roots in the Greenwich Village Folk and Blues scene.
Wininger was a regular on the Greenwich Village scene back in the day, and even played the opening night at the legendary CBGB’s. She was inducted into the New York Blues Hall of Fame in 2014, and her album The Blues Never End (2021) spent over four months in the top six albums on the Roots Music Report’s Acoustic Blues chart, with several weeks at Number One.
She was a semifinalist in the 2023 International Blues Competition, following a win in the Hudson Valley Blues Society Solo/Duo Challenge.
Beyond performing, Wininger has produced award-winning music documentaries for public radio and hosted radio shows. She is the creator of the “Our Song” program which empowers people of all ages and abilities to write their own songs.
Contact: ellywin4@gmail.com

Open Mic Via Zoom: Jerelynn & Rich Trio
2026-01-03 19:00 - 22:00
The Jerelynn & Rich Trio, comprised of Jerelynn Mason and Rich Keyes, had its genesis at the Folk Guild Kingston Coffeehouse in September of 2023, when the two met. Since then, they have (among other things) performed, hiked, travelled, and collected bricks together. They have sung and played ukuleles and other instruments at Folk Guild coffeehouses, on the streets of Catskill, at charity auctions, on the radio, and for prairie dogs in Montana.
We hope you join us for a set of entertaining and uplifting songs!

Rock Tavern Chapter: Mary Pazienza and Greg Simon
2026-01-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, Rock Tavern, 9 Vance Road, Rock Tavern, NY, 12575, United States
The Rock Tavern Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2025-2026 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, January 10, 2025
We will be featuring Mary Pazienza and Greg Simon.

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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)

Poughkeepsie Chapter: Don and Maureen Black
2026-01-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Fellowship, 67 S. Randolph Ave., Poughkeepsie, 67 S. Randolph Ave, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12603, United States
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild
will host our monthly coffeehouse on
Saturday, January 17, 2026
at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Poughkeepsie, N.Y.

This month we are proud to be featuring Don and Maureen Black.

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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30 and open mic begins at 7:00.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors).
Questions? Contact the President of the Poughkeepsie Chapter, John Hamilton, at birdman566@aol.com.

New Paltz Chapter: Songs in the Round
2026-01-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Redeemer Lutheran Church, New Paltz, 90 New York 32 S, New Paltz, NY, United States
The New Paltz Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild welcomes you to our
2025-2026 Coffeehouse Series
on Saturday, January 24, 2026

We will be featuring
Songs in the Round
with Kathy Mark, CB Smith and Deb Martin.

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OPEN MIC

Open mic performances will be available for all.
Signup begins at 6:30pm and open mic begins at 7:00pm.
The featured performance is expected to begin at approximately 8:00.
Cost of admission for this event is $7 ($6 for Folk Guild members and seniors)
