Friday, June 24, 2016

Music Takes You WAY Back

LENA’S: AN OLDIE BUT A GOODIE

     Anyone  proud enough to dub this the ‘Summer of Love’ must be a survivor of Woodstock, right?  Or at least have an appreciation for 60s music.

     At Lena’s Place Coffeehouse, you can get all the love, memories and music you need to make 2015 memorable…at least to your ears and hearts.

     Located at 2676 Clairmont Road, Lena’s Place has been around for 31 years.  During that time, the ‘secret social gathering spot’ has always offered great music and the very best of Atlanta song writing.

     Every second Saturday the coffee house ‘pays it forward’.  Attendees are asked for a $5 donation.  Refreshments are available on an Honor System.  All funds taken go to a different charity each month. 

     Past recipients have been the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Funds for Migrant Workers in South Georgia, and Plymouth Harbor, a program in Tucker designed for seniors.

     “Where in Atlanta,” asked Resident Stan Citron “…can you get two hours of entertainment, and do some good work for your community at the same time?  It’s terrific."

       Lena’s Place showcases incredible musicians in an intimate, listening room environment.  Performers are not only nationally and locally famous, they were trend setters who shaped the music industry.  Many music genres are represented as well.

     Since 1984, Lena’s Place Coffeehouse is a monthly opportunity to experience an eclectic mix of acoustic artists in a coffeehouse atmosphere. Lena’s is staffed by volunteers who love (and often play) in the lineup.

      This month donations go to fund New American Pathways (formerly RRISA). The organization helps new American citizens, with a mission to promote safety, stability and service for individual refugees and their families in Georgia.

     On July 11, donations will benefit the Clifton Men’s Shelter.  Lena’s Place invites anyone who appreciates great music to attend.

-----Ray Macon


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