Colvin Concerts: Parting Glass

The "Parting Glass" Trio : a string band playing Assorted Roots, Irish, Blues, Bluegrass, and World Music John Neafsey , vocals and guitar. John is a native Rogers Parker and a lover of traditional Irish music and classic Chicago Blues. His favorite gig is a monthly Parting Glass session at Cunneen’s bar on Devon Avenue. Jennifer Dunne, fiddle. Jen is a professional violinist who has played with the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic, the Ravinia Festival Orchestra (backing up Smokey Robinson, Earth, Wind and Fire, Sarah McLaughlin and Marco Antonio Solis), and the Chicago Philharmonic- among others. Jen’s love and admiration of Irish, Americana, and Bluegrass music are realized through this group. Jim Szmurlo , mandolin, fiddle, guitar, vocals. Jim, a native Chicagoan, always had a passion for folk, roots, and ethnic music. Over the years he's played with various musical groups and friends, ranging from Appalachian, Balkan, Scandinavian, Americana, and whatever catches his ear. And his interest in playing instruments is as varied as his musical tastes. Checkout Parting Glass: Website , Facebook - While RSVP is free, there is a suggested donation in place of a ticket price at the door so that Colvin House can pay our talented, local artists and continue supporting the performing arts. We ask that you contribute $20 or $15/person toward paying the musicians and staff for their efforts in producing these community concerts at the Colvin House. Colvin House cannot make change so please bring the exact amount you plan on donating. While we also accept Zelle & PayPal, we do prefer cash donations. Thank you! -- We are thrilled to partner with our neighbor, Rewired Cafe , for The Courtyard Series! Using QR codes, guests will be able to order right from their seats and have food delivered. - Helpful Info: Colvin House cannot provide parking on site for this event. The first 20 cars can park free at George B. Swift Elementary school, just a block west of Colvin House. Please pull up to Colvin House's driveway gate (Thorndale Ave) first to receive a parking permit which will provide further instruction. For $20, valet parking is also available at the Malibu Condominiums (6007 N Sheridan) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. This parking can be validated by Colvin House for $2.00 off. We recommend arriving early if you need to park. - + Please only register / RSVP if you are able to attend. If plans change, please cancel your reservation or email us at [hidden] + We recommend registering tickets as a group (under one name) so that our staff can plan to seat your party together. + Bring-Your-Own-Refreshment! You are welcome to enjoy your own beverages and food at your table. +Keep an eye on this link as well as your inbox for any announcements in the case of a postponement. More Info below.