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Number 84, June 1, 2026
By Susie Glaze
An interesting tune with roots in Maine (sort of).
By Bill Olson
NUMBER 48 - From Black Americana Fest to Tumbleweed: New and Old Ways to Engage and Support Folk Culture
June 2026
By debora Ewing
Find a live concert, festival, or event happening near you or enjoy any number of virtual events online from the comfort of your own living room!
Tuesday night Online jam session and mini-concert with Pam Weeks and Bill Olson
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 @ 7:00 pm PDT
The Wildwood Flower Radio Hour
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 @ 7:00 pm PDT
Weekly Irish Ceili dance classes
Thursday, July 02, 2026 @ 7:00 pm PDT
Ken O’Malley solo show
Sunday, July 05, 2026 @ 4:00 pm PDT
Music They Don’t Want You to Hear
Sunday, July 05, 2026 @ 6:00 pm PDT
Orange County Celtic Jam
Monday, July 06, 2026 @ 7:00 pm PDT
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