"Hi everyone My name is Donna Hickman and I started the jam here at our church. Please come out sometime we all have a good time,bring along your favorite dish to share as we visit with each other at 7:30 then listen to more music we are wheelchair acceptable we aren't having one in Dec. as it so close to Christmas so hope to see you in Jan. God Bless"

-Donna Hickman, Ohio

Jam Dates & Times for 2010 Saturday,
January 16, 2010: 3:00-9:00
Saturday, April 17, 2010: 3:00-9:00 
Saturday, July 17, 2010: 3:00-9:00
Saturday, October 16, 2010: 3:00-9:00

Pot luck dinner at 6:00 p.m., bring a covered dish to share. Drinks and table service provided. Bring your guitar, dulcimer, fiddle, mandolin or whatever. Bring tunes to share. Come play or listen, make new friends. This is good fun for everyone. No Alcohol. This is a jam that happens every three months. It is a continuation of the jam in Delaware that closed and they want to continue the tradition!

Also We now accept donations for beverages to help defer the cost of postage and paper products. There is also a door prize drawing W/ $2.00 donation. We still have our potluck dinner at 6:00 p.m. so bring a dish to share. As always we look forward to seeing everyone for good music, good friends and good food.

Website: www.stonesoupjam.bias-net.net

User registration available: Classified, jam updates and merchandise.

" This is a GREAT Event! I live in S.Carolina and haven't come across another event like this one! Great family Fun. Lots of picken and the Food is always Great Too!

-The Diamonds in the Rough

"Went to location last evening, two other cars in parking lot, no jam some came by & said it is held earlier in the day ? Someone please confirm & correct time post "

- Fred - OH

"This jam has been discontinued for now.no one ever showed up, pretty much just me and a 77 year old harp player I was afraid I was gonna kill ."

Fairport Harbor Senior Center in Fairport Harbor Ohio ( Formerly in Painesville, OH)

"I found good musician and was warmly welcomed into participating. Good jam!"

- Joe

"My friends and I from Fostoria just wouldn't miss this awesome bluegrass jam at the Findly Moose! It's really become the highlight of each and every month for us and we'd like to say thanks to the Findlay Moose Lodge...

But most of all, "thank you, thank you, thank you" to all the great players and singers who give their all and have such great love for the music. They're totally dedicated to the music they love to play so much... and it really shows!

Even though we can't play instruments, we love the music just as much as they do. Always looking forward to the next jam! Best regards to you all and thank you!"

- Mary Beth - Fostoria, OH

Does someone have the correct address to the Findlay Ohio bluegrass jam? "

- Roger Aldridge

Is this active any more? I stopped in tonight, and was told they have not
been there for a couple of months

Brink's Barn Jam - 1990 County Road 62

This is realy not a jam, but a constant stage show. If you like listening and not actually jamming, this is the place for you. Pickers don't have much of a chance to interact except from behind a microphone. Arrive hungry because the food is great !

-Jay Jay -Ohio

One of the best. check it out and you will see....
-Ohio

My wife and i have been there several times as watchers.  vern and jeanie have a nice place.  take a dish to share with others.  my only complaint is if you get there at the starting time seats are hard to find as lots of people come to watch and enjoy.  
- Van-Ohio

I am a beginning banjo picker wannabe. Are you folks havin' any jams currently and can a fella like me, who really only kinda knows one (1) song; Cripple Creek, sit in, like in the background? Sure hope you are. I'd like to see if I can play along with a group.
Thanks in advance. Bob Poiry-OH

Gypsum Crossing Bluegrass and classic country, 3070  South Railroad St. Gypsum,OH 43433

"This is a very good jam with good pickers and lots of nice people."                                                        
Lee , From Ohio

" Went last week for the first time.... good music, good people, I showed up as a newcomer guitar picker. and they made me feel welcome. Its nice to know there's still places that will welcome a stranger, and let em pick along with you. it was well worth the 45 minute drive. as a beginner..it was a great experiance. "im hooked"

- Kevin , West Chester,Ohio

Free admission, cookies and coffee for sale. Several rooms for jamming, Irish and Bluegrass rooms. (NOTE: Apparently this jam is seasonal... please check before attending...)

If anyone has more information on this jam, please contact us!

"This is the best jam I have attended. Not just one big jam. The seperate rooms make it more enjoyable because there aren't too many pickers in a session."

-Bob, Ohio

"After driving over an hour to this place, there was no one there. The telephone number is the answering machine of the park ranger, who never answers the phone. I wouldn't recommend going there unless you can verify someone is playing at the time you call."

-Brent from Texas

"This is the best jam in Northeast Ohio. Lots of room for different styles and skill levels"

- Earl, Ohio

"The months of the year that the jam is going on should be listed. The poor guy from Texas probably came during the summer. "

- Ralph, Ohio

" This jam is great but is closed through the summer months, better check "

- Glynn

" I just come for a visit up from South Carolina and I had a great time pickin and grinnin with the folks that come out to Quale Hollow State Park. The different rooms made it interesting to meet, play with, or just listen in to the fine pickers here in Northeast ,Ohio. Wether you are a beginner or an old timer there's a circle you'll fit right in with. :o) Hope to visit again soon"

- Suzy

Lafayette Methodist Church - 6201 Lafayette Road

Bluegrass Summer Jam 2009

June 5 and 17

July 10 and 24

August 7 and 21

First Bluegrass of the 2009-2010 season starts September 11

There is NO Bluegrass Fridays immediately before

Thanksgiving, Christmas, New years, Easter or Memorial Day

Kitchen starts serving our infamous Chili-slaw dogs

Bean soup with corn bread and burgers at 5:30 pm

"This jam lives up to it's billing as the Granddaddy of all Bluegrass jams. I've visitied many jams and consider this one the best in Ohio."

-John Cooper, Ohio

"This jam is AMAZING. It's so well run and organized, and there is always great picking and people, it's wonderful. Best around! "

-Sherri C., Ohio

"Lafayette is THE Bluegrass Jam in Ohio! Great pickin' and great people! "

-Joe Thatcher (Backroom Boys)

" Lafayette is the premier spot in Ohio to jam. I've seen people come as far as WV, KY and others just to jam there. Simply the best jam with good sound and people and you never know who will show up. Check it out. "

- Brian Cozort (Ronnie Moon's guys - Ramblin Mountain)

" God opened doors here, and what an opportunity it has been ....for not only the bluegrass music but the  friendships that have been made...   Great Music, Awesome people... one can't go wrong to check us out !!!    7 years and still growing strong "

Tammy, Medina -

" Please tell me your address so I can find out how to get there."

- Ken Verbic

Pickin' in the Park. Alley Park, 2805 Old Logan Road S.E., Lancaster.  Watch for Alley Park signs off Rt. 33 (the business route, not the bypass) just south of Lancaster, OH.  Take left-hand roadway back to Nature Center, a handicap accessible lodge.

Three Rivers Fire Dept. and The Chestnuthill blue grass band Jam.The jam is located east of Coshocton Ohio 36e - rt 621 in Canal Lewisville Oh.at the New fire station

"Bluegrass in coshocton ohio. Music food fun smiles and giggles to warm ones heart. Great night out with wonderful folks who enjoy pickin and grinninn the night away."

Miamitown Fire House - Route 128 in the basement of the station

"There's goodmusic at the Firehouse each month,plus refreshments and food so come out and join us for a few hours of entertainment"

-Rose

"Does anyone know anything about this place? No contact # .Would like to go but need more info"                                                  
-Larry/ NewCloverBand.

Fred and Esther Stutzman's Home - Free Gospel Jam
4575 SR 352, Millersburg, OH

"Sometimes crowded, but Christian fellowship abounds. SKill level somewhat low, but loads of fun! "

- Earl, Ohio

Village Hall Jam, 15958 E. Main Street.

Bluegrass Jam at New Castle Ministries

A-B-H Bluegrass Hide-away Jam
850 Fitchville River Rd. (two miles north of junction Rt. 162, 250 and 13)

" I have heard great reviews but have not had a good chance to make it there. Although I know some of the people personally and I can ensure a first rate jam by them!"

- Brian Cozort

Bluegrass Opry Barn North of Defiance and south of Oakwood Ohio on St. Rt. 66

Family Restuarant in Orwell at Route 45

"Do not waste your time. It is all about the ones running the jam. They do not have a sign up sheet and you wait till the end of the night when everyone has left after the 50/50. you only get one  possibly two songs after the twelve or more regulars crowd the stage and do four or five songs before any jammers get up. The people who run a jam session should realize they are not the stars and it is about the people not them. After all if they were that good what are they still doing here?"

The MustardSeed Bluegrass Gospel Jam - MustardSeed Cafe, 18 W. Main St. West Jefferson, OH

"These people are really out to have fun and bring everyone within hearing distance along for the ride!"

- Jeff Denty

Rt. #44, behind the library and deside Jenior Ford Dealership.

"Do ya'll still play at the rock creek fire station in rock creek ohio?"
Tammy in rock creek

The Fire House - Route 45 in Rock Creek, OH

" Do not waste your time. It is all about the ones running the jam. They do not have a sign up sheet and you wait till the end of the night when everyone has left after the 50/50. you only get one  possibly two songs after the twelve or more regulars crowd the stage and do four or five songs before any jammers get up. The people who run a jam session should realize they are not the stars and it is about the people not them. After all if they were that good what are they still doing here?"

"Do ya'll still play at the rock creek fire station in rock creek ohio?"
-Tammy in rock creek

Central Ohio Bluegrass Association (COBA) Meeting/Jam
Big Walnut High School, 555 S. 0103 Co. Rd. in Sunbury

River's Edge Activities Center - 38648 State Rt. 800, Sardis, OH 43946

Located just off Ohio Rt. just north of Fly, Ohio. On the banks of the Ohio River (South of Sardis) First Saturday of every month. Bluegrass and old country. First Saturday they have a Thursday, Friday and Saturday event. Be sure to sign-up. Kitchen opens around 4 - 4:30 p.m. Maybe sooner?

The house band starts playing 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. - Bands must consist of at least 3 members. Bands draw a number from a hat to set the order and time that they play. Excellent venue and good sound. Good food, too! Seats about 500. Warm up rooms for bands that are going to play. Clean restrooms. 50-50 drawing.

Cost is by freewill donation. Bands are not paid. Show ends around 10:30 - 11:00 pm
Large campground with picking and camp fires. I think many with electric. Showers and laundry available for campers. One of the nicest venues around!

"This is one of my favorite jam places to go to when I'm in town. Very friendly people, some great pickers hang out here. You can find on any given night, good guys from regional bands, even from up in Michigan. It can get a little smokey at times, but the music is great and it's worth it."
- S.C., Michigan

"You can find people to help you learn new songs and breaks. Everyone gets a chance to pick and play!"
- S.S. Marion, Ohio

Mansion View Inn - 2035 Collingwood Blvd. - Toledo
Historic Old West End

Lorain County Ely Chapter - Izaak Walton League of America
21335 Foster Road, Penfield Township (Wellington) Ohio 44090

Famous Old Time Music Company Jam

"Great entertainment for the whole family, good bluegrass music. Great auditorium, plenty of comfortable chairs. Food in the cafeteria to tempt anyone."
Marlene Hobbs - Oregon, IL

"I have been here 3 times in about 2 months. Good jam!! Mostly bluegrass, gospel and some early country. "

- Joe

West Point Grange - Rt. 11 to West Point Exit and follow signs.

Jam Start to be Announced... Place is Changing for Fall 2007

College of Wooster - College Student Union - Lowry Center on Beall Ave.
Lower Level Snack Bar called Mom's Truck Stop