In Concert
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Sunday, February 15th 2026 -
10:00am
Sue Fink Sauganash Community Church 4541 W Peterson Ave Chicago, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Sauganash Community Church is a welcoming church in the community. They invite musicians to intersperse their music throughout the sermon. I’ll perform various songs to coincide with the service. All are welcome! |
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Wednesday, May 6th 2026 -
7:00pm
SongSisters On The Tracks – Songwriter Showcase Historic Chelsea Depot/ 125 Jackson Street Chelsea, MI |
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Admission: $20.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
SO excited to be part of this esteemed songwriter showcase! Please note that time is Eastern Time. Doors open 6:30, show at 7pm. General admission seating, pay at the door. Yay! Buy Tickets More information |
Past Shows
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Tuesday, December 16th 2025 -
8:00pm
SongSisters WDCB 90.9 FM Live Radio Appearance Folk Festival w/Lilli Kuzma, 90.9 FM or stream online Glen Ellyn, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Listen to the “Holiday Hoot” — Folk Festival’s special holiday show, live performances by local musicians, with host Lilli Kuzma — from the comfort of home! Show starts at 8pm and runs through 11pm CST. SongSisters have a 10(ish)-minute slot. A fun and festive experience from start to finish! More information |
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Tuesday, November 11th 2025 -
12:00pm
Multiple Performers Lake View Musical Society (LVMS) 900 N Michigan Chicago, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LVMS hosts mostly classical performers; I’m the folk music portion of this show. To come as my guest, email me for exact location (in the Bloomingdale’s building). Show starts promptly at noon (new start time), and I’m thrilled, as always, to return to this wonderful series. |
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Saturday, November 8th 2025 -
8:00pm
Many wonderful artists! Hungry Brain 2319 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 773.687.8230 |
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Admission: $25.00.
Age restrictions: No Minors.
Doors 7pm, show 8pm. 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. This year’s theme is the plastics that end up in our oceans, and its effect on sealife (and, ultimately, on us!). All of the money raised this year will go to Ecoship, a local company that helps recycle and re-use plastic shipping goods https://ecoship.org/ Excellent lineup, always a fun and glorious event! ** NOTE:** Buy tix in advance or at the door. In either case, you’ll want to arrive early to ensure your seat, as this event fills up the room! More information |
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Friday, November 7th 2025 -
2:00pm
Solo Show Neenah Public Library 240 E. Wisconsin Ave. Neenah, WI |
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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, This will be a general show — no specific theme, just songs that will make us feel happy! More information |
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Thursday, October 23rd 2025 - 10/26/25 -
2:00pm
Many wonderful artists! Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM) Annual Gathering Doubletree Lisle Naperville Lisle, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
I’ll be playing various private showcases during this conference (10/23-10/26). These are mostly late-night shows, accessible only to conference attendees. |
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Thursday, October 9th 2025 -
7:30pm
Multiple Performers Mrs Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro 3905 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL |
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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 (in fact, this show celebrates the show’s 17th anniversary!). Come early for dinner downstairs, if you wish (tasty food!); bring drinks upstairs (elevator available) and enjoy the show! More information |
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Tuesday, September 30th 2025 -
7:00pm
SongSisters WDCB 90.9 FM Live Radio Appearance Folk Festival w/Lilli Kuzma, 90.9 FM or stream online Glen Ellyn, IL |
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Admission: $15 donation for pre-radioshow set (free radio set!).
Age restrictions: All Ages.
TWO parts: 1) 7pm, SongSisters LIVE, pre-radio, for a live audience! Space very limited, $15 suggested donation, *** write to lkupbeat@aol.com to reserve your seat. *** 2) 8pm, SongSisters LIVE appearance with host Lilli Kuzma! Folk Festival airs from 8-11pm CST; we’ll be on in the first hour, to sing songs old and new. Tune in at 90.9 FM or streaming online at https://wdcb.org for this part More information |
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Saturday, September 27th 2025 -
1:00pm
Multiple Performers Art Makers Outpost 609 South Blvd. Evanston, IL |
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Admission: $10 kids, $20 adults, $40/family (up to 4).
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LOST SPECIES DAY, Benefit Concert, for the AMO Green Initiative Scholarship, which gives no-barrier scholarships to youth for their sustainable arts programming. This year we’ll have veteran Lost Species Day songwriters Robin Bienemann, Rebecca Jasso, Sue Fink, Ryan, Suzuka, and Ami Saraiya performing their Lost Species Day songs from over the years. More information |
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Sunday, July 13th 2025 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Lake County Folk Club Grayslake Village Hall – 10 S. Seymour Avenue Grayslake, IL |
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Admission: $15 members, $20 general.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
SongSisters are so pleased to return to LCFC! Doors open 6:30, show begins at 7:00 CST. More information |
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Wednesday, July 2nd 2025 -
8:00pm
Multiple Performers Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley Chicago, IL |
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Admission: Sugg $10 donation.
Age restrictions: No Minors.
Wednesday nights are original songwriter nights. Three 45-minute sets, my set begins at 8pm, followed by Garrett Lane at 9pm, and Nancy Connelly at 10. THIS WILL BE QUITE THE LINEUP!! Great vibe, funky, artsy bar, excellent time! More information |
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Sunday, June 29th 2025 -
4:00pm
Multiple Performers Chief O’Neill’s 3471 N Elston Chicago, IL |
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Admission: $20.
*** SHOW IS SOLD OUT! But you can still donate at the ticketing link until the show ends. Thank you, everyone! *** “50 Shades of Blue: The Resistance Sings!” Presented by Wendy Parman and Sue Fink, this benefit performance for Democracy Forward showcases a variety of folk and cabaret singers (and one special storyteller!) who will inspire us to take heart and have hope in these “unprecedented” times! More information |
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Tuesday, June 24th 2025 -
8:30pm
In the Round Fitzgerald’s Side Bar 6615 W Roosevelt Road Berwyn, IL |
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Admission: Free ($donations).
Age restrictions: No Minors.
Tuesday Night Song Circle, hosted by Ron Lazzeretti! W/Ron, Sue Fink, and Ed Hickey. Doors at 8, come early and have dinner from Babygold BBQ! — not on Fitz’s calendar yet, but this IS happening. No cover, $donations appreciated. |
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Sunday, June 22nd 2025 -
10:00am
Sue Fink Que4 Radio appearance on Val Leventhal Show Chicago, IL |
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Age restrictions: All Ages.
Wendy Parman and Sue Fink will be Val’s guests (her show is from 10:00 – 11:45am, CST), to discuss our upcoming 6/29 Benefit show for Democracy Forward (50 Shades of Blue: the Democracy Sings), and likely the state of the world. Val will be one of the performers at our 6/29 event, too! Listen online at https://que4.org/ More information |
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Saturday, June 21st 2025 -
3:30pm
Multiple Performers Funk House Presents 4038 N Monticello Ave Chicago, IL |
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Admission: $Donations.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Last month I played at Buena Park’s PorchFest, and met a lovely band, Last Minute Additions, who invited me to be part of this very cool (outdoor) show! Doors at 2:00pm (come and hang!), show starts at 3:30: Sue Fink, Montrose Beach, and Last Minute Additions. Should be great fun! $Donations. BYOB. More information |
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Friday, June 20th 2025 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Westchester Public Library Chesterton Park (corner of Morgan Ave & 5th St) Chesterton, IN |
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Admission: FREE.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Westchester Public Library proudly presents Summer Tunes, featuring SongSisters (Amy Dixon-Kolar, Patti Shaffner, and Sue Fink) on June 20. 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 Baugher Center, 100 W. Indiana Avenue, Chesterton, IN. More information |
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Thursday, June 19th 2025 -
3:00pm
Wendy Parman and Sue Fink The Creative Imposter (Podcast) w/Andrea Klunder Your PC Anywheresville |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Wendy Parman and Sue Fink will be Andrea’s guests, to discuss “What are we doing in the face of policies in opposition to the world we want to inhabit.” Specifically, we’ll discuss our upcoming 6/29 show, “50 Shades of Blue: The Resistance Sings” (benefit show for Democracy Forward). You can watch the podcast at any of these links: – Youtube: https://bit.ly/ytlivewendysue – Instagram: https://bit.ly/iglivewendysue – Linked In: https://bit.ly/lilivewendysue More information |
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Wednesday, June 18th 2025 -
7:30pm
Multiple Performers Labyrinth Arts & Performance Center 3658 N. Pulaski Chicago, IL |
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Admission: $10 at door.
“Loose Chicks: Come Hear Courageous Women Tell their Stories” Women share personal stories in supportive environment. I’ll be one of the tellers! More information |
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Friday, June 6th 2025 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Stage Left Cafe 125 W Van Buren St Woodstock, IL |
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Admission: $17 (incl fees).
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Doors open 6:30, show at 7; 2 sets with break. An all-ages show in a wonderful venue, sponsored by an amazing music organization, right next to the beautiful Woodstock Opera House and the historic Woodstock Square. Lots of restaurants in the area if you want to make it a full night of fun. More information |
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Wednesday, May 21st 2025 -
1:00pm
Sue Fink Batavia Park District – Private Event Batavia, IL |
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Age restrictions: All Ages.
This is a private event for the Batavia Park Seniors. I’m always happy to perform at private events! |
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Sunday, May 18th 2025 -
2:15pm
Sue Fink Buena Park PorchFest Chicago, IL |
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Admission: $10.00.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
I’ll be playing a set at the Buena Park PorchFest 2025! 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 2:15 pm at 740 W Hutchinson. 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. This event is from 1pm to 5pm; my set is from 2:15-3:00pm. More information |
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Saturday, April 19th 2025 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Hickory Ridge Concert Series Ellisville Opera House, 140 Main St. Ellisville, IL |
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Admission: $10 adults, $5 children under 12.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
SongSisters are so pleased to be part of this wonderful folk music series! Show starts at 7, doors open at 6. 2 sets w/break. Pay at door, come and enjoy this historic setting! More information |
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Wednesday, March 26th 2025 -
6:00pm
In the Round Kopi a Traveler’s Cafe 5317 N Clark St Chicago, IL |
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Admission: $donations.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Hosted by Noah Plotkin and Al Rose, featuring Robin Bienemann and me! I absolutely love Kopi’s: wonderful atmosphere, delicious food and drink. Show is free ($donations), from 6pm to 8pm CST. Street parking (Clark metered, some streets free). Yay! More information |
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Friday, March 21st 2025 -
8:00pm
SongSisters Two Way Street Coffee House 1047 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL |
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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! More information |
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Sunday, March 16th 2025 -
10:00am
Sue Fink Sauganash Community Church 4541 W Peterson Ave Chicago, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Sauganash Community Church is a welcoming church in the community. They invite musicians to intersperse their music throughout the sermon. I’ll perform various songs, on the themes of homelessness and nature, to coincide with the service. All are welcome! |
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Tuesday, March 11th 2025 -
12:00pm
Multiple Performers Lake View Musical Society (LVMS) 900 N Michigan Chicago, IL |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
LVMS hosts mostly classical performers; I’m the folk music portion of this show. To come as my guest, email me for exact location (in the Bloomingdale’s building). NOTE: New start time! Show starts promptly at noon, and I’m thrilled, as always, to return to this wonderful series. |
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Saturday, March 8th 2025 -
3:00pm
In the Round Madame Zuzu’s, Songwriter’s Circle hosted by Noah Plotkin 1876 1st St Highland Park, IL |
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Admission: $donations.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
This will be my first time performing at this venue (created by Billy Corgan of the Smashing Pumpkins!). I’m in-the-round with Mark Dvorak, Max Subar, and Marcus Gebauer & Jori Griffith. Hosted by Noah Plotkin. Cafe has food and drink, show is free ($donations), from 3pm to 5pm CST. Looking forward! More information |
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Wednesday, February 26th 2025 -
7:00pm
Multiple Performers Hot Flashes & Fierce Tales: Stories of Menopause & Midlife Reinvention (at Secret World Books) 1774 2nd St Highland Park, IL |
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Admission: $15.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
** STORYTELLING (not music) EVENT ** “Laughs, life lessons, and relatable stories for women who sizzle at any age!” 6-8 storytellers share very short stories about this pivotal life change. Nothing to fear here! 🙂 Presented in cool bookstore in downtown Highland Park. More information |
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Wednesday, February 5th 2025 -
8:00pm
Solo Show Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley Chicago, IL |
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Admission: Sugg $10 donation.
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 for my 1st show of 2025! More information |
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Thursday, January 23rd 2025 -
7:00pm
Many wonderful artists! FARM VIRTUAL Performance Lane Zoom City |
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Admission: free.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM) Virtual Performance Lane is a mostly monthly ONLINE event, where performers from all over the country (who have signed up weeks in advance) each perform for 9 minutes. I am the host of January’s VPL, and will also perform. Register to receive the Zoom link (click “buy tickets” or “more information” for the sign-up form, there is no fee, this is just to receive the show’s link). Show starts at 7pm CST, please try to arrive before 7pm, and then sit back, relax, and enjoy the show from the comfort of home! Show runs from 7pm to approx 9pm CST. More information |
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Tuesday, December 17th 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 |
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Admission: n/a.
Age restrictions: All Ages.
Listen to the “Holiday Hoot” — Folk Festival’s special holiday show, live performances by local musicians, with host Lilli Kuzma — from the comfort of home! Show starts at 8pm and runs through 11pm. SongSisters have a 15-minute slot starting at ~8:45pm CST. A fun and festive experience from start to finish! More information |
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Wednesday, December 4th 2024 -
8:00am
Solo Show Gallery Cabaret 2020 N. Oakley Chicago, IL |
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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 |
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Saturday, November 16th 2024 -
7:30am
Many wonderful artists! Hungry Brain 2319 W. Belmont Ave. Chicago, IL 773.687.8230 |
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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 |
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Friday, November 1st 2024 -
2:00pm
Solo Show Neenah Public Library 240 E. Wisconsin Ave. Neenah, WI |
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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 |
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Thursday, October 24th 2024 - 10/27/24 -
2:00pm
Many wonderful artists! Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM) Annual Gathering Doubletree Lisle Naperville Lisle, IL |
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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. |
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Tuesday, August 20th 2024 -
2:00pm
Solo Show Old Town School of Folk Music: Music Store 4544 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL |
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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 |
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Saturday, August 10th 2024 -
12:00pm
In the Round: Rebecca Jasso, Robin Bienemann, Sue Fink White Oak Festival 4352 State Road 23 Dodgeville, WI |
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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 |
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Sunday, August 4th 2024 -
1:00pm
Solo Show Buena Park PorchFest Chicago, IL |
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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 |
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Sunday, July 21st 2024 -
12:00pm
SongSisters Woodstock Folk Festival Woodstock Historic Square, 125 E. Van Buren St. Woodstock, IL |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Friday, June 21st 2024 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Westchester Public Library Chesterton Park (corner of Morgan Ave & 5th St) Chesterton, IN |
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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 |
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Friday, June 7th 2024 -
8:00pm
Sue Fink Two Way Street Coffee House 1047 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Thursday, May 9th 2024 -
7:30pm
Multiple Performers Mrs Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro 3905 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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Tuesday, April 30th 2024 -
7:00pm
SongSisters Private Concert Rockford, IL |
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SongSisters concert at private event! |