Char, you're probably more familiar with John Stewart (or at least his work) than you think. He was one of the Kingston Trio for a while way back when and he has written many songs recorded by others, such as Daydream Believer made popular by the Monkees. Ed is a huge fan and no doubt you've heard him do some of John's songs and just didn't realize who wrote them.
Rez, yes we do have Lighthead gatherings during which many players have "jam sessions" - we have some very talented performers among us (many of whom do not post here, but at the News Group instead). Unfortunately, I'm not one of them, but I do enjoy listening. Some have even formed a couple of versions of a Lightfoot Tribute Band and performed fund raisers at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY. One configuration of the Tribute Band also did a songwriter's tribute at Caffe Lena, as well.
If you're able to make it to Toronto for the Massey concerts, bring your guitar as there will be a fair number of players on hand having many jam sessions/song circles.
Oh - The Coffee Gallery is in Altadena. It's owned by Bob Stane, a friend of my concert series partner. He has a lot of good music moving thru that venu.
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