Open Mic in Christmas Island
Next Date: May 31, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Christmas Island
Come to St. Barra Church & Christmas Island Communities Centre for Open Mic on Saturday. Coffee, tea, and sweets will be served. Everyon...
Dan McCarthy is a busy entertainer around Cape Breton Island. The singer, songwriter, and guitar player—who splits his time between Glace Bay and Middle River—has been playing as a lead guitarist for many bands since the age of 14, most notably Spyder and Evolution. His vast repertoire of current, popular songs and old favourites, combined with his mastery of guitar, keeps him in demand as a solo artist, in duos, and a number of local bands, including his new group Sonic Highway.
7-10pm
Next Date: May 31, 2025
Region: Bras d’Or Lake
Community: Christmas Island
Come to St. Barra Church & Christmas Island Communities Centre for Open Mic on Saturday. Coffee, tea, and sweets will be served. Everyon...
Next Date: Jul 3, 2025
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Next Date: Jul 2, 2025
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Next Date: Jun 29, 2025
Region: Sydney and Area / Marconi Trail
Community: Sydney
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Next Date: Jul 31, 2025
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Baddeck
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Next Date: Jul 16, 2025
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