More church examples

A New Jersey church doubling as a concert venue.

northjersey.com - Montclair Times Community: "Launching their 20th year at a new location, Outpost in the Burbs not only sold out tickets at the 250-seat-capacity sanctuary of the Unitarian Church of Montclair, but the nonprofit organization also managed to usher hundreds of American folk music fans to their current home."


A Virginia church doing the same.

Byrd song: "A familiar face to the local folk music circuit, Byrd will bring his talents to Unity Church in Frederick during its monthly concert series at 8 p.m. Saturday.

The series, held the second Saturday of each month, showcases new musical talent from across the region.

This is the fourth year the church has welcomed singer-songwriters through a program that was first started as a way to raise funds for a new building, said church administrator Jessica Batten.

Now, the series is just an avenue to bring musicians into the building while offering a new way for people to enjoy a Saturday night.

'This is an affordable way to see new musicians and another venue for the musicians, as well,' Batten said."


An Annapolis, Maryland church as a youth music venue.

Teen music lives on - Top Stories: "For more than a year, Cedar Grove has hosted teen nights that feature local bands. The church has never had any complaints or problems with the teens, who range from 6th- to- 12th-graders.

'There's a little trash every now and then, but nothing more,' Mr. Heinrichs said. 'We do have a couple houses around and there have been no problems.'

The church is known for its open sound system - something venues like the Eastport Democratic Club and local fire halls lack, said Janet Phillips, whose 17-year-old son is a member of teen band Cyrcadian Rhythm."