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Stone Church Coffeehouse is based in Bristol, Rhode Island; its final room configuration should be confirmed for each show. Bristol's Stone Church Coffeehouse is a volunteer-based, non-profit organization that fosters the appreciation of music based in or influenced by a wide variety of acoustic music. The mission of Bristol's Stone Church Coffee House is to provide monthly opportunities for local, regional and international musicians to perform for, entertain, educate and interact with audiences in an affordable, handicap-accessible, family-friendly environment. Stone Church Coffeehouse programs Bluegrass, Celtic, Country, Folk, and Traditional. Stone Church Coffeehouse accepts booking inquiries through the venue’s online form. Sound and stage provisions at Stone Church Coffeehouse remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Before confirming Stone Church Coffeehouse, settle the running time and any venue-specific promotion or settlement terms.

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All Ages
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Bluegrass, Celtic, Country, Folk, Traditional
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300 High Street, 02809, United States
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(401) 253-4813
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