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Meadows Jam

The Meadows of Napa Valley 1800 Atrium Pkwy, Napa, CA, United States

A friendly jam hosted by Vern Flock and friends, every Tuesday from 7 to 9, at the Meadows of Napa retirement home.

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Live Bluegrass at Bigfoot East

Big Foot East 3172 Los Feliz, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Andy Keathly, Stephen Musselman, and special guest will bring the heat! Come hear some hot bluegrass.

Free

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Wednesday East Bay Bluegrassers Jam

Rockin Robbies - El Cerrito 11231 San Pablo Ave, 2nd Floor, El Cerrito, CA, United States

The long-running East Bay Bluegrassers Jam continues on Wednesday evenings in El Cerrito. All ages and skill levels are welcome. The jam is held every Wednesday, 6-8pm, on the second floor […]

$5
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Wednesday East Bay Bluegrassers Jam

Rockin Robbies - El Cerrito 11231 San Pablo Ave, 2nd Floor, El Cerrito, CA, United States

The long-running East Bay Bluegrassers Jam continues on Wednesday evenings in El Cerrito. All ages and skill levels are welcome. The jam is held every Wednesday, 6-8pm, on the second floor […]

$5
Bluegrass Night poster for Uncle Sonny's Bar, featuring open jam sessions hosted by Howard Goetz every Wednesday, 6-8pm, at 13475 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley, CA.
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Weekly Wednesday Bluegrass jam in Grass Valley, Ca.

Uncle Sonny's Bar 13475 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley, United States

Join us to celebrate our Bluegrass Open Jam, happening weekly on Wednesday nights. We're excited to enter our second year! All musicians and instruments are welcome. We're grateful for the […]

Free
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Weekly Jam at Lawless Brewery

Lawless Brewery 5275 Craner Ave, North Hollywood

All skills and ages welcome, very friendly jam! Great players and new players alike. Located at Lawless Brewery in North Hollywood, this jam takes place every Wednesday, 6-10pm. 5275 Craner […]

Outdoor seating area at Septentrio Winery & Tasting Room, with people dining under umbrellas and plants in large containers.
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Weekly Jam at Septentrio Winery

Septentrio Winery 650 6th Street, Arcata, United States

Weekly bluegrass jam at Septentrio Winery in Arcata near the plaza. All ages and levels welcome. Bring your instrument and come jam with us every Wednesday night!

Free
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LONG BEACH DOG PARK JAM

Long Beach Rec Park - Dog Park 5201 East 7th Street, Long Beach

LONG BEACH DOG PARK JAM The Long Beach Dog Park Jam meets every Saturday from 10 a.m. to ??whenever?? near the Long Beach Rec Park Dog Park at 5201 E. […]

Free
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Burbank Bluegrass Jam at George Izay Park

George Izay Park 1111 W Olive Ave, Burbank

Located near the Joslyn Adult Center, this friendly, outdoor bluegrass jam occurs nearly every Sunday at 12 noon and typically goes until at least 2pm but may go as late […]

Free
A group of people playing string instruments in a circle under a covered area. A sign reads "Santa Clara Valley Fiddlers Association Old Time Jam All are Welcome.
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SCVFA Jam with NEW Young Adult Jam

Herbert Hoover Middle School San Jose 1450 Naglee Ave, San Jose

First Sunday Jam !! NEW - Young Adult Jam Choose your voice (genre of music) The possibilities are endless. Gather with friends and enjoy the afternoon with music. Herbert Hoover Middle […]

$5.00
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North Bay Old-Time Session

Church of the Oaks 160 West Sierra, Cotati, CA, United States

The jam is led by Chris Carney and Janette Duncan, first Sundays at the Church of the Oaks in Cotati, from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Free