Located in the Artists District in Peekskill, just 45 minutes north of NYC, The BeanRunner Café, is a celebration of food, family, music and art. The menu is eclectic and funky, ranging from humus or Caribbean chicken sandwiches to fruit smoothies, specialty soups and desserts. The cafe also serves fine wines and beers. The Cafe includes a performance stage, art gallery, lounge area, dining room, and outdoor patio. It also has a special Kids Room adjacent to the main dining area.Featuring major Jazz, Blues, Rock, Reggae, Acoustic and Classical musicians, the BeanRunner has become a gathering place for art & music lovers and for artists and musicians to meet, listen and perform in a casual and comfortable setting. Features have included jazz greats Clifton Anderson, Bertha Hope, Premik Russell Tubbs, Tadataka Uno, Craig Haynes, Burton Greene, Ed Schuller; Classical Rock Violinist Daisy Jopling; Peter Calo, Rob Morsberger, and many others. The nights are full of surprise guests who add to the music festivities. For information, call the BeanRunner Café at (914) 737-1701 or e-mail rtedb@optonline.net. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S. Division Street @ Esther, Peekskill, NY. Log onto www.beanrunnercafe.com for directions and the BeanRunner menu which is available before and throughout the performance. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S Division Street @ Esther in Peekskill NY. The BeanRunner Café and Gallery hours are: Tues-Thurs, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri-Sat, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. For information, call (914) 737-1701 or email drew.claxton@outlook.com Website: www.beanrunnercafe.com
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October 9
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9:00 pm | Slide Attack
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Slide Attack is a unique two trombone driven jazz quintet led by Howard Levy. Inspired by the group formerly led by J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding (Jai & Kai), Slide Attack continues in the tradition, right where Jai and Kai left off!
This compelling ensemble plays modern arrangements of American songbook classics recognized by all types of audiences. In addition to their fresh take on standards, Slide Attack
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
October 10
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8:00 pm | Bill Ware Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Bill Ware is a quiet giant of the vibraphone, praised for his masterful technique, deep groove, and decades of work at the center of New York's jazz scene - a bandleader, composer, and founding member of the Jazz Passengers whose work spans the acid jazz explosion with Groove Collective to touring with Steely Dan.
Joining him is Arturo O'Farrill, a 6-time GRAMMY-winning pianist, composer, and founder of the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, praised by DownBeat as "one of our greatest living pianists" - his 2025 albums both earned GRAMMY nominations, with the Wall Street Journal calling his work "a masterwork."
The rhythm section features bassist Carlos Mena, a Latin GRAMMY contributor whose credits range from the Buena Vista Social Club and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra to Broadway's Moulin Rouge! and MJ the Musical, and drummer Bob Meyer, a seasoned New York veteran who has shared the stage with Joe Lovano, Sheila Jordan, James Moody, and Jaki Byard, among others.
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Sunday
October 11
3:00 pm
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4:00 pm | Aiden's 1st Solo Concert
Pop/Soft Rock, Motown/R&B | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 A steady performer at the BeanRunner Open Mics, Aiden is having his first solo concert. |
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October 16
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Celebrate Ted's Born Day
with Anthem Band
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's the Anthem Band with its truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA. Anthem has played with international reggae artists, including: Sister Carol, Third World, Yellowman, Jimmy Cliff, Big Mountain, The Wailers Band, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Judy Mowatt, The Neville Bros, The Isley Brothers, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Capleton, Chacadimus and Pliers, John Holt, Ken Booth, Dennis Brown and Super Cat. Anthem has also been featured with Sister Carol on the Conan O'Brian show.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701, |
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Saturday
October 17
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8:00 pm | Laura Evans Trio
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Laura Evans - pianist, vocalist, composer, and arranger - brings accomplished musicians to the stage to perform new jazz works. Known for her sultry vocals, mastery of the keyboard, inspired original songs, and unique arrangements, Evans delivers fresh interpretations of jazz classics and unique jazz arrangements of beloved tunes from a variety of decades and genres. Join her for a surprising, soul-warming show.
$20 adm. For reservations call 914-737-1701. |
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Sunday
October 18
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5:00 pm | Steve Chizmadia & Judy Kass in Concert
Singer-Songwriter, Americana, and Folk/Traditional | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Steve Chizmadia is a singer/songwriter, actor and playwright. His songs have been recognized by numerous songwriting competitions: Noel Paul Stookey's "Music2Life" (2011 winner), Kerrville NewFolk (3-time finalist), Wildflower Music and Art Festival (2013 winner), Woody Guthrie Folk Festival. He's released two song collections to date: "It Is What It Is" (2007) and "Jack of All Trades" (2013) and is working on a new collection to be released later this year. Steve lives, works and plays with his wife, children and dog in the Hudson Valley.
Judy Kass is an award-winning songwriter based in the Hudson Valley. She draws in her audience with soulful vocals, no-nonsense lyrical storytelling and genre-bending exploration of guitar and piano. Judy’s 2014 debut album, “Better Things” and her 2016 CD, “Beyond the Ash and Steel” were on the Folk DJ List of Top Albums for those years. Her latest solo album release, "New Skin" debuted at #4 on the Folk Alliance Top Albums Chart for July 2025.
Call for reservations 914-737-1701. $15 suggested |
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Friday
October 23
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9:00 pm | Peter Calo Band
Rock (classic), Americana | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 The night will be a musical journey of band and fan favorites, as well as a musical salute to some of the artists who passed away in 2024 including Kris Kristofferson and Dicky Betts.
…"one of the most engaging performers in the biz" - "Time Out" London
Peter has performed and/or recorded with such diverse artists as Carly Simon, Dionne Warwick, Queen Latifah, Willie Nelson, Hall and Oates, Linda Eder, Sophie B. Hawkins, Andrea Bocelli, Jimmy Webb, Kris Kristofferson, Leonard Bernstein, Marc Shaiman, Frank Filipetti, Julie Taymor, Lesley Gore, Crash Test Dummies, Joel Grey, The Platters, Harvey Fierstein, Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Kat Edmonson, Mary Fahl, The Happenings and many more.
A 2023 finalist in the International Acoustic Music Awards for Best Male artist for his song, "Elephants Never Forget," Peter will be releasing his next recording, "A Pocket Full of Change,": a collection of original acoustic guitar instrumental songs shortly.
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
October 24
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Bob Meyer Jazz Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Bob Meyer has a rich history in jazz percussion and has performed with Mal Waldron, James Moody, Diane Schuur, Art Davis, Perry Robinson, Nina Sheldon, Ratzo Harris, and Cameron Brown among others.
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701.
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Sunday
October 25
2:30 pm
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4:00 pm | Also in Blue: Scott Test in Concert
Singer-Songwriter | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Also In Blue is Scott Test, a music educator and singer/songwriter out of Cortlandt Manor, NY, whose work has been featured in the New York Songwriters Circle and is currently a top 10 finalist in the Songwriters Showcase at this year's Rocky Mountain Folks Festival in Lyons, Colorado. Influenced by James Taylor, Billy Joel, Punch Brothers, and a wide range of musical theater composers, his performances fuse the best of traditional singer/songwriter favorites and modern roots music with a wide selection of original songs. You can follow the project on Instagram at @AlsoInBlue.
Donations to the musician are appreciated. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
October 30
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Funksway Soul Band
Motown/R&B, Funk, and Soul | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Funksway Soul Band was created in 2021 with the express purpose of bringing love and joy to the community through their music - timeless R&B, Funk and Soul, bringing a positive vibe where you can enjoy yourself, your friends and your family. Come take a ride with them on their epic music journey.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
October 31
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8:00 pm | Halloween Party!!!
Roots Music, Ska, and Latin | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's Halloween at the BeanRunner Cafe. Dance to DJ Ted playing Reggae, Soca, Salsa, Merengue, and more.
Come in costume and get in for free. Otherwise, $5 adm.
Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
November 20
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9:00 pm | A Glimpse of Soul
Jazz, Blues | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 The BeanRunner Cafe welcomes back "A Glimpse of Soul". This local band has gained a strong following in the Hudson Valley area presenting a volatile mix of classic soul, funk, blues and rock and a sound that makes you want to tap your feet, pound the table and get up and dance.
Fronted by lead vocalist Michael Attanasio, the group draws on music from Al Green, Marvin Gaye, Joe Cocker, Sam & Dave and many more.
The band is Adam Krauss on guitar, Renato Geslani on bass, Rich Muscara on drums, Dan Baitch on keyboards and vocals, Reanna Adelstein on vocals and percussion, and Adam Davidson on sax and vocals.
No Cover. Donations to the Musicians are Appreciated.
Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
November 28
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | Gerry Malkin Quintet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Leader and tenor saxophonist Gerry Malkin has performed with Tito Puente, Lew Soloff, Adam Nussbaum, George Colligan, the Temptations, the Four Tops, Ray Vega, Joey Calderazzo and Dave Weckle.
The Quintet includes Gerry Malkin (sax), Vinnie Cutro (trumpet), Neil Nail Alexander (piano), Christian Fabian (bass) and Bobby Leonard (drums).
These great musicians will be swinging hard in the tradition.
$20 adm. Call for reservations at 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
December 5
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8:00 pm | Steve Frieder Band
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 New York and Hudson Valley based saxophonist and woodwind player Steve Frieder has toured internationally with Culture Club, performed the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden and Citi Field, and plays with Hank Azaria's EZ Street Band.
Steve's saxophone is heard on released works by Zach Bryan, SHAED, Rio Kosta, Denman Maroney, and others. He has performed with jazz artists including Joe Lovano, Billy Hart, Jerome Jennings, Andy LaVerne, Kelly Green, and Marc Mommaas. As a composer and bandleader, he has released multiple projects, including Steve World Vol. 1 and 2, The Pink Cassette, and Paul's Promise, a dedication to Paul Robeson and the Peekskill Riots.
Steve will be joined by James Robbins on bass, Andrew Links on keyboards, and PHilippe Lemm on drums
$20 adm. Call for reservations at 914-737-1701.
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