Caffe Lena

As communities across the U.S. reflect on the nation’s 250th anniversary, Caffè Lena in Saratoga Springs will host a special evening of storytelling honoring the Indigenous roots of the land. On Tuesday, July 7 at 7 P.M., the venue…

Legendary songwriter and multiple GRAMMY award winner Janis Ian will serve as Caffè Lena’s first ever Artist in Residence this August. Photo Credit: Times Union Behind the Residency The month-long program brings workshops,…

Peter, Paul, and Mary are an American folk music trio best known for their folk music and unique, soothing harmonies. However, the trio was also fundamental in the American folk music movement and its 1960s revival, and were heavily…

The streets of downtown Saratoga Springs will once again come alive with the sound of music this spring as Caffè Lena marks an impressive milestone — 66 years of continuous operation — with the return of its beloved Sing in…

On Sunday, May 24, Caffe Lena will celebrate the 85th birthday of Bob Dylan with a special evening of live music honoring one of the most influential songwriters ever. Hosted by Michael Eck, the respected roots musician and longtime…

Andy Cohen, Eleanor Ellis and William Lee Ellis - three all well-established roots, blues and folk artists have been performing together for more than 30 years. The trio will bring traditional, original and select covers, as well as songs…

If you love raw harmonies and heartfelt Americana, The Wolff Sisters are a band you don't want to miss. Gritty and soulful, this Boston-based sister trio is bringing their rich sound to Caffé Lena in Saratoga Springs on February 5th. The…

In Janaury, Caffè Lena and Putnam Place will present a special Jazz at Caffè Lena performance featuring pianist Chuck Lamb with The Dylan Perrillo Orchestra. The Tuesday, January 13 show takes place at Putnam Place, and will feature a full…

On Friday, Caffè Lena announced an extraordinary $1 million gift from an anonymous donor, by far the largest contribution in the organization’s 65-year history. The donor, who has attended performances at the revered Saratoga…

Newly formed Capital Region bluegrass group, The Millstone Rounders, return to Caffe Lena on Friday, November 28. photo by Toni Nastasi The band is fronted by Louisville, KY, native James Gascoyne on mandolin and fiddler Oona Grady…