Our 35th Year of Operation! We would like to thank our friends and patrons for their ongoing support.     Since 1972 the Towne Crier Cafe has presented the finest in folk, jazz, blues, Celtic, bluegrass, cajun, zydeco and world music.    Our highly acclaimed dining experience features a variety of delicacies, prepared fresh daily by our chef, Erich Panhofer, and our renowned pastry chef Mary Ciganer. See our menus: Lunch Dinner Dessert Weekend Brunch Cafe Late Nite Kids Menu SPECIALS:    Weekend   Nightly   Please note: the Towne Crier is a non-smoking environment Great Gift Ideas: Official Towne Crier Merchandise: Embroidered Caps, T-Shirts, Jackets. Towne Crier Gift Certificates--good for shows, merchandise, memberships and more.

Artie Traum 1943 - 2008 It is with great sadness that we give you the news of the passing of a long-time friend, Artie Traum. Artie had been receiving treatment for a rare cancer, but it was discovered in May that this had spread to his liver. Due to his illness, he was unable to return to the Towne Crier this past July 12. We will fondly remember his many solo performances over the years, as well as his duos with his brother, Happy. He was an exceptional guitarist, songwriter, producer and a great friend. We feel lucky to have known him, and we will miss him greatly. Artie's Homepage ~ : ~ NY Times Email List Signup Stay informed with schedule updates and latest concert information. SHOWTIMES: (unless otherwise noted) Friday & Saturday 9:00 pm  •  Sundays & Weekdays: 8:00 pm Open Mic Wednesdays: 7:00 pm (sign-up between 5-7pm)    THIS WEEKEND - TICKETS ON SALE: CHRIS BROWN also PETER CALO 7/25 SAM LARDNER & BARCELONA also JIM DAWSON 7/26 OLD SCHOOL FREIGHT TRAIN 7/27 New Shows Just Confirmed! Matt Rae Trio, also Ruby Hogg (8/1) Christine Lavin (8/8) Richie Havens, guest Mark Cohen (8/16) Brianne Chasanoff, also special guest Hillary Johnson (8/17) Hothouse Flowers (8/20) The "THE BAND" Band (8/22) Milton, guest Julia Joseph (8/23) Magic Matinee (8/24 - 2pm) Pine Leaf Boys (8/24 - 7:30pm) Frank Vignola Group, guest Natalie Amendola (8/29) Johnny A, guest Kari Spieler (8/30) Patti Rothberg (9/6) Tannahill Weavers (9/14) Solas (9/19) Debbie Davies Blues Band (9/20) Eilen Jewell band (10/4) Danny Kalb, also Paul Geremia (10/10) Bill Miller, guest Steve Kirkman (10/18) - previously scheduled for 9/27 John McCutcheon (11/16) Aztec Two-Step (12/27) U P C O M I N G  H I G H L I G H T S: MODERN MAN guest Ethan James 8/2 CHRISTINE LAVIN 8/8 TIFT MERRITT 8/9 RED ROOSTER, BANJO JACK & ANDY LAIRD 8/10   SONNY LANDRETH guest Geoff Hartwell 8/15 FRANK VIGNOLA GROUP guest Natalie Amendola 8/29 DENNIS GRUENLING & JUMP TIME featuring STEVE GUYGER 9/5 JUDITH TULLOCH BAND 9/7 CHRIS SMITHER 9/12 SOLAS 9/19 CATERING The Towne Crier is available for private parties, seminars, business meetings and all types of affairs. We'll design a memorable party for you. STAY INFORMED Put your name on our Mailing List and stay informed with schedule updates and latest concert information.

Cafe Spotlight NEW TOWNE CRIER VIDEO! TOWNE CRIER GIFT CERTIFICATES MAKE GREAT GIFT IDEAS Good for shows, dinner, memberships, merchandise and more. SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC WITH TOWNE CRIER MEMBERSHIP! Become a Towne Crier Member Receive discounts on shows and other benefits. in The New York Times, Hudson Valley Magazine, The Journal News, The Poughkeepsie Journal, The Taconic Press and Dutchess Magazine! Who Plays at the Cafe? Artist Interviews Area Guide Remembering Utah Phillips Dave Van Ronk See Ellis Paul Performance Video at Towne Crier Help Wanted: Waiter/Waitress (bartending experience a plus) We are looking for hardworking positive people with experience in the food service industry. Must be available weekends to earn good compensation in a fun atmosphere. Interested parties please call Ricardo at the Towne Crier, Wed-Sun after 3 pm at (845) 855-1300.

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