In Concert
Tuesday, March 11th 2025 -
1:00pm
Solo Show Lake View Musical Society (LVMS) 900 N Michigan Chicago, IL |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LVMS hosts mostly classical performers; I’m the folk music portion. To come as my guest, email me for exact location (it’s in the Bloomingdale’s building). Show starts promptly at 1pm, and I’m thrilled, as always, to return to this wonderful series. |
Friday, March 21st 2025 -
8:00pm
SongSisters Two Way Street Coffee House 1047 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL |
SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, and Sue Fink) return to one of our favorite listening rooms! Doors open 7:30, show begins at 8, 2 sets with short break. Snacks available. $10 suggested donation. We love it here! Buy Tickets More information |
Past Shows
Wednesday, December 4th 2024 -
8:00am
Solo Show Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley Chicago, IL |
Admission: $tips.
Age restrictions: No Minors.
Wednesday nights are original songwriter nights. Three 45-minute sets, mine is first at 8pm. Great vibe, funky, artsy bar, I’m so glad to be returning! More information |
Saturday, November 16th 2024 -
7:30am
Many wonderful artists! Hungry Brain 2319 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 773.687.8230 |
Admission: $20.00.
Age restrictions: No Minors.
Doors 7pm, show 7:30. Since 2017, Rebecca Jasso has organized songwriter showcases in Chicago, to perform songs we’ve written about lost species, and to raise money for an organization that helps with conservation. All of the money raised this year will go to Friends of the Forest Preserves https://fotfp.org/ Excellent lineup, always a fun and glorious event! More information |
Friday, November 1st 2024 -
2:00pm
Solo Show Neenah Public Library 240 E. Wisconsin Ave. Neenah, WI |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
So glad to be returning to this wonderful library and music series (First Fridays). 1-hour free program, “From Forest to Universe”: Sue sings of the seasons, cicadas, sparrows, the moon, the planets, and more. Nothing like celebrating nature to rejuvenate one’s spirit! More information |
Thursday, October 24th 2024 - 10/27/24 -
2:00pm
Many wonderful artists! Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM) Annual Gathering Doubletree Lisle Naperville Lisle, IL |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
I’ll be playing various private showcases during this conference (10/24-10/27). These are mostly late-night shows, accessible only to conference attendees. |
Tuesday, August 20th 2024 -
2:00pm
Solo Show Old Town School of Folk Music: Music Store 4544 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL |
Admission: Free!.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
New & occasional in-store performance series! I’ll perform a 45-minute set in this cool setting! More information |
Saturday, August 10th 2024 -
12:00pm
In the Round: Rebecca Jasso, Robin Bienemann, Sue Fink White Oak Festival 4352 State Road 23 Dodgeville, WI |
Admission: $35-$55.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
White Oak Festival begins Friday, 8/9, at 4pm and ends Sunday, 8/11 at noon. Prices depend on your length of stay. Camping, too, if you please! I’m thrilled to join Rebecca Jasso & Robin Bienemann in a 45-minute round, beginning at noon. Come for the day, or weekend! More information |
Sunday, August 4th 2024 -
1:00pm
Solo Show Buena Park PorchFest Chicago, IL |
Admission: $10.00.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
I’ll be playing a set at the Buena Park PorchFest 2024! A “PorchFest” is where local musicians perform on front porches or in courtyards within a particular neighborhood; the Buena Park PorchFest takes place on a Sunday afternoon. My particular 45-minute set begins at 1:00 pm at 692 W. Irving Park Road. When you buy tix online, you’ll get a map of all the musicians, times, and locations! Your donation goes to both the artists and the Buena Park Neighbors Assn. More information |
Sunday, July 21st 2024 -
12:00pm
SongSisters Woodstock Folk Festival Woodstock Historic Square, 125 E. Van Buren St. Woodstock, IL |
Admission: $30 indiv, $40 family.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, & Sue Fink) are honored and excited to perform in this event! We open the festival at noon, and close by leading the Group Sing (~5:45). Great lineup, much fun, see you there! More information |
Tuesday, July 16th 2024 -
8:00pm
SongSisters WDCB 90.9 FM Live Radio Appearance Folk Festival w/Lilli Kuzma, 90.9 FM or stream online Glen Ellyn, IL |
Age restrictions: All Ages.
SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, and Sue Fink) perform LIVE on Lilli Kuzma’s Folk Festival show! Show runs from 8pm to 11pm; we’ll likely be on around 8:30. We’re appearing in support of the 39th Annual Woodstock Folk Festival (7/21), in which we’ll be performing. Listen locally at 90.9 FM or streaming at https://wdcb.org/ More information |
Saturday, June 22nd 2024 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Concerts on the Creek Spring Creek United Church of Christ, 4500 Spring Creek Road Rockford, IL 815.877.2576 |
SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, and Sue Fink) happily return to perform at this established Saturday night series. Doors open at 6; show 7pm-9pm; food & drink available. http://www.springcreekucc.org/concerts for more info More information |
Friday, June 21st 2024 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Westchester Public Library Chesterton Park (corner of Morgan Ave & 5th St) Chesterton, IN |
Westchester Public Library proudly presents Summer Tunes. featuring SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, and Sue Fink) on June 21. OUTDOOR LOCATION: Chesterton Park, 525 W Morgan Ave (corner of Morgan Ave & 5th St), Chesterton, IN 46304. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and enjoy free popcorn from the Chesterton-Porter Rotary Club. ** NOTE: In case of inclement weather, this event will take place at the Thomas Branch, located at 200 W. Indiana Avenue, Chesterton, IN 46304. More information |
Friday, June 7th 2024 -
8:00pm
Sue Fink Two Way Street Coffee House 1047 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL |
Admission: $10 suggested.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
I’m thrilled to return to this venerable listening room series (50+ years and going strong!). Doors 7:30, Show 8:00, 2 sets w/break, $10. Songs old and new, I love this venue! This show will also stream online. More information |
Tuesday, May 28th 2024 -
8:00pm
Sue Fink WDCB 90.9 FM Live Radio Appearance Folk Festival w/Lilli Kuzma, 90.9 FM or stream online Glen Ellyn, IL |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LIVE appearance with host Lilli Kuzma! Folk Festival airs from 8-11pm CST; I’ll likely be on in the first hour, to sing and talk about cicadas and more. More information |
Thursday, May 9th 2024 -
7:30pm
Multiple Performers Mrs Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro 3905 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Doors 7pm, show 7:30. THIS MUCH IS TRUE: STORYTELLING EVENT! I’ll be one of 6-ish storytellers this evening, in Scott Whitehair’s long-running series. Come early for dinner downstairs, if you wish (tasty food!); bring drinks upstairs (elevator available) and enjoy the show! More information |
Sunday, May 5th 2024 -
11:30am
Sue Fink WNUR 89.3 FM Live Radio Appearance The Folk Show, 89.3 FM or stream online Evanston, IL |
Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LIVE appearance with host Ron Lewis! The Folk Show airs from 10am-noon; I’ll be one around 11:30 to sing and talk about cicadas and more! More information |
Tuesday, April 30th 2024 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Private Concert Rockford, IL |
SongSisters concert at private event! |