Rhode Island Songwriters Association upcoming events

Steve Allain & Tessa Sacramone in concert (16 Oct 2026)

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Fabulous FREE Concert, Friday, October 16th, 7pm Gathering Ground Coffeehouse

Mark your calendar now for Gathering Grounds Coffeehouse's October 16th show! It will be an unforgettable night of live music featuring two incredible talents — Steve Allain and Tessa Sacramone! Steve Allain brings heartfelt songwriting, rich vocals, and beautifully crafted acoustic originals. Tessa Sacramone lights up the room with her soulful voice and captivating stage presence.

Join us for an evening of community, creativity, and great music in our cozy coffeehouse setting.

Friday, October 16, 2026

7:00 PM

Gathering Grounds Coffeehouse – 610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI. Admission is free; donations appreciated.

Come early, grab a seat, and enjoy a warm drink while supporting local artists. We can’t wait to see you there

RISA Song Critique Session ~ October 2026 (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 23:30:00 GMT

RISA Critiques are a comfortable, friendly atmosphere for members to try out new material, with potluck snacks and beverages.

PREPARATION: It is best to bring songs that you don't consider finished. You can perform your song live (bring your instrument), or bring a pre-recorded CD, or a digital file of your song with your own speaker capabilities. Please also print out 10-12 copies of your lyrics to distribute to attendees. You choose how deeply you would like to receive critical feedback.

Please contact Elayne Terranova (etterranova@aol.com) for location and more details. Arrive at 7:30 pm for chat, then critique starts at 8:00 pm.

RISA, Songwriters in the Round at Artists' Exchange (12 Nov 2026)

Fri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

RISA, Songwriters in the Round at Artists' Exchange, Nov. 12th, 7pm

RISA, Songwriters in the Round at Artists' Exchange (10 Dec 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 00:00:00 GMT

RISA, Songwriters in the Round at Artists' Exchange, Dec 10th, 7pm