David Kolker is a singer, songwriter and guitarist.  From NJ, he's been writing and performing his music in NYC with occasional road trips.  Kolker works with a revolving network of musicians who help bring the music to life differently each night.  He's a dynamic and unrestrained performer, leading high-quality line-ups through a mix of  rock, blues and Americana underneath relatable stories.  The shows are spontaneous in a way that occasionally brings a room together.  Kolker recently released a 9 song LP, Mission, streaming under Kolkerofficial

With special guest: Lauren Mian - New York based alternative folk singer-songwriter Lauren Mian combines modern sounds with traditional folk elements to share her experiences of life, love and all else. Through warm vocal tones, intricate acoustic guitar playing, and captivating, intimate storytelling, Lauren has made waves in the NY indie music scene with her “granola girl folk.”

Jazz @ The Grand

Hudson Drift mines the common ground between disparate musical genres, reimagining songs by artists ranging from John Scofield and Keith Jarrett to Nirvana and Harry Styles. Led by bassist and Croton local, Dave Hertzberg, the quartet features Justin Keller on saxophone, Michael Bellar on keyboards, and Joel Arnow on drums.

Grand Debut, free show!

Back by popular demand!

Thrilling audiences for over 10 years, here's your chance to be the lead singer of a professional band for the best 5 minutes of your life! Choose from the  list of almost 250 songs that spans 7 decades and almost all genres -- or come cheer on your friends and sing along all night for an unforgettable evening.

Join us for this super fun and unique night - singing not required, a great time guaranteed!

$10 at the door, or book your guaranteed singing spot here.

Tenbrooks Molly is a traditional country/rockabilly band and members of the NY State Country Music Hall of Honor

Keeping real country and rockabilly music alive in New York.

Free show! Come Honky Tonk!

Third Thursday Artist Happy Hour with CCoA

5 PM artist happy hour starts

6 PM the Owen Davis Jazz Trio takes the stage

Huge night for punk-rock @ The Grand

Grand Debut of New York–based alt-punk trio, For Lack of a Term, as they tour their new EP

Grand Debut of Holodeck - a new project featuring members of Capstan, in from Florida & NJ.

With support from Ptchwrk

$10 at the door

MELOMANE is a cinematic chamber-pop ensemble from New York City blending art-rock energy with lush, orchestral textures. Led by singer-songwriter Pierre de Gaillande, the group’s sound has drawn comparisons to Belle and Sebastian, Elvis Costello, and Stereolab, earning praise from Rolling Stone, Magnet, and The Village Voice.

A fixture of the NYC indie scene, Melomane has performed at Joe’s Pub, Mercury Lounge, and BAM Café, toured widely across Europe, and even represented the U.S. in a 2006 embassy-sponsored tour of Russia. Their songs have appeared on Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations and HBO’s Real Sex.

Their latest EP, Look Out!, recorded partly in the Pyrenees, finds the band at its most electrifying—combining sharp political lyricism with sweeping arrangements and cinematic flair. As LucidCulture put it, Melomane is “living proof that epic grandeur can be synonymous with great fun.”

 Don’t miss their Grand debut!

https://pierredegaillande.com/melomane

Ophira Eisenberg is a Standup Comedian, Writer, and Podcast Host (NPR, CBS, The Moth, HBO, Comedy Central, iHeart) who headlines theaters and comedy venues across the world, tours regularly with the Moth Mainstage, and hosts the weekly parenting-comedy podcast Parenting is a Joke (Webby Finalist for Best Host). Her new comedy special, produced by Lewis Black/Stark Raving Black Productions, will be streaming in Spring 2026.

She also hosted NPR’s trivia comedy show Ask Me Another for 9 years. Her breakout memoir Screw Everyone: Sleeping My Way to Monogamy (Seal Press) has been optioned for a television series, and her solo show Leaving A Mark: A Comedy About Scars won Women in the Arts & Media Award for Solo Show Scripts.

Ophira makes her Grand debut on September 10th with special opener, singer-songwriter Jenna Nicholls. 

Phineas and the Lonely Leaves is a Peekskill–based original band formed by high school friends who never stopped writing and playing together.

Centered on thoughtful, story-driven songs with roots in Americana, folk, and rock, the band pairs a deep catalog of original music with a selective handful of classic songs that fit the same spirit. They’ve held a monthly residency in Peekskill for over 15 years, building a loyal local following, and have been featured performers at both the Hudson Valley Irish Fest and the Pleasantville Music Festival.

GRAND DEBUTS! FREE SHOW!

Cousin Oven is the Brooklyn-based rock band led by frontman, Owen Bologna. A master of personification, Owen skillfully weaves emotional honesty, clever prose, and rhythmic drive into a consistently beautiful musical product. Cousin Oven songs are sweet and subtle, rewarding you for the attention you pay to them with genuine warmth.

Sotto Voce has been the moniker for Pittsburgh native Ryan Gabos's homespun musical project since 2011. Recording nearly every note in whatever small space he calls his bedroom at any given time, he catalogues his personal brand of songcraft built on the result of his influences, including Jim O'Rourke, The Sea and Cake, Deerhoof, and Joan of Arc. Sotto Voce operates live as a band with bassist Justin Gonzales and drummer Ryan Hopper. Of latest album—2026's The Sound of Trying—PopMatters says it "suggests a sort of Todd Rundgren in Brooklyn vibe, marrying the lo-fi, DIY aesthetics of bedroom pop with a musical mind that never seems to run out of good ideas."

Don’t miss the Grand Debut of Rae the Band, a soulful, funky, and blues influenced band from NYC.

https://raethebandbooking1.wixsite.com/mysite

Singer/songwriters Anthony Gach and Jennie Colabatistto are excited to premier their original music and interpretations of classics at a beautiful new music venue the Grand in Croton on Hudson with their duo Candied Rose. Jennie (vocals) and Anthony (acoustic guitar and vocals) have been singing and playing professionally in their own projects in the Hudson Valley for the past ten plus years. Now joining forces, the duo brings together Jennie's Jazz and Soul vocal influence with Anthony's multifaceted compositional style. Drawing influences from the classic jazz standard mixed with the songwriting styles of Willie Nelson and Hank Williams, Candied Rose seamlessly blends folk, jazz, blues, and soul music to create a fresh acoustic sound.

$10 cover.

New York-based band Lovehoney blends 60's-inspired psychedelic rock and 70's-inspired hard rock — with flashes of retro soul and r&b — while cooking up a sound that draws from blues, punk, and garage rock. 

The band was formed in 2015 by Alysia Quinones (vocals), Tom Gehlhaus (drums), and Tommy White (guitar). They released a handful of eclectic EPs from 2017-2020 before releasing their hard-rocking debut album in 2021. In 2022, bassist Meghan Rose joined their live performance lineup. 

2025 saw the release of their long awaited follow-up album with sounds that are "drenched in reverb and surfing a blurred, psychedelic wave" (Julian Marszalek, Classic Rock Magazine).

Lovehoney live is a head banging, heavy riff, body-moving, mind altering experience. 

https://www.lovehoney-music.com/

A Whole Nother is a 6-piece indie-psych rock band based out of Kingston, NY. The band is composed of members from various Hudson Valley music projects. Their influences include Modest Mouse, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Tennis, TOPS, and Broken Social Scene. The band formed in late 2024 as guitarists James Kwapisz and Andrew Blot concluded their former band Grampfather and sought to create a new project with bassist Joe Connelly (of Dirty Skrib), drummer Dylan Johanson (of Hush Woods), keyboardist Tom Brady (of Foam Cosmonaut), and lead singer Lily Moskwa, a classically trained opera singer who has shifted into the realm of indie rock. Driven by the love of and devotion to songwriting, each member's strengths are complemented by one another in collaboration, creating their unique sound.

Back From Nothing is a four-piece alternative rock band formed by brothers Nick and Will Ferri in 2016, based out of Westchester, NY. The band draws influence from acts like Modern Baseball, The Front Bottoms, and Brand New. They produce, record, and mix all their own music at their home studio in Cortlandt Manor. Back From Nothing also records live session videos of local and touring bands under the name “BFN House.” They’re currently working on their fourth album, set for release in 2027.

Grand Debut: Sean Griffin, New York-based singer-songwriter Sean Griffin, guitarist & frontman for the Irish punk band The Ruffians.

Sean Griffin has performed over 2,000 shows across the US and Europe, including support slots for Black 47, The Popes, Enter the Haggis, and Gaelic Storm. His new album was crafted by an all GRAMMY-winning team led by producer Kenny Siegel (Cheap Trick, Langhorne Slim, Tears for Fears), engineered by Mathew Cullen (Chuck Profit, Flaming Lips, Lemonheads), mixed by Paul Kolderie (Radiohead, Pixies, Dinosaur JR), and mastered by Greg Calbi (Ramones, Patti Smith, Bruce Springstein, Tom Petty, John Lennon).

The single "Be My Girl" has been receiving airplay on SiriusXM, Regional UK Radio in London, and RTE 1 in Ireland and coverage from Spin, Chicago Sun Times and New York Daily News. Sean's show can be adaptable from a tight 20 minute opening set to 3-hours learned from his influences The Smiths, The Pogues, The Cure, and Oasis.

Sean’s new record is "People are Mad" - come get mad with him!

$10 at the door.

Free DJ dance party with DJ Nick Neutronz!

David Bailis is a Brooklyn-based guitarist, composer, producer, and educator whose music blends modern jazz, soul, and groove. He has released four albums as a bandleader and performed internationally at venues ranging from Carnegie Hall to Golden Gate Park. His work has been highlighted by NPR, The New York Times, and All About Jazz. His latest album, Running Through My Mind, was submitted for Grammy consideration in the Best Instrumental Jazz Album category.

Grand Debut! More on David: www.davidbailis.com

$10 cover.

Alex Cano is a nationally touring Rock/ Americana artist based in the NY Hudson Valley Region. Known for his combination of smooth baritone and powerful rock vocals, Cano's sound ranges from high energy alternative and blues based rock ‘n’ roll, to intimate Americana/folk/roots rock. He has been compared to artists/bands such as Foo Fighters, Led Zeppelin, Pearl Jam, The Black Crowes, Jason Isbell, and Johnny Cash.

Cano’s debut album ‘Every Rise of the Sun’ is a story of resilience and survivorship that hits straight to the heart, while making you want to drum along on your steering wheel. It’s an authentic, raw record which tells the truth from cover to cover, and has received high acclaim from publications such as Paste Magazine and Indie Current.

Since the release of Every Rise of the Sun, Cano has logged an extensive tour history throughout North America. He has opened for artists such as Plain White T’s, Gin Blossoms, Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown, and Band of Heathens.

Cano is currently working on his second record.

www.alexcanomusic.com

An unforgettable hour with Jill Paice & a piano. Jill is an award-nominated actress and singer and recent(ish) transplant to Croton on Hudson. 

Her Broadway credits include An American in Paris (Milo), Matilda (Miss Honey), The 39 Steps, Curtains (Niki Harris) and The Woman in White (Laura Fairlie). She also appeared on the West End in The Woman in White and Gone with the Wind (Scarlett O’Hara). 

Some of her other credits include Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s Octet, Company starring Neil Patrick Harris and filmed for PBS, Maury Yeston’s Death Takes a Holiday (Grazia, original cast recording), the national tour of Les Miserables and Mamma Mia (Sophie, Las Vegas). 

Film/television: SILO, NCIS: NEW ORLEANS, BLUE BLOODS, ELEMENTARY, PERSON OF INTEREST, WHITE COLLAR, & UNFORGETTABLE. 

Jill has a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theater from Baldwin Wallace Conservatory.

Accompanied by pianist Mark C Mitchell - who has been the Music Director, Conductor and/or Pianist/sub for well over 50 Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tour, and Regional productions.

Notable Broadway: Aladdin, Sunday In The Park With George, She Loves Me!, Les Miserables, …Edwin Drood, 110 In The Shade, The Light In The Piazza, Elf!, Grinch…, Pacific Overtures, The Producers, Kiss Me, Kate! (2x’s), A Christmas Carol (10 seasons MSG),1776, Into The Woods (3x’s), Miss Saigon, Cats (original). 30+ productions at City Center’s Encores!, including the recent revival of Once Upon a Mattress.

Other/Tours/ Off-Broadway/Regional: Lyrics and Lyricists at 92NY, Ravinia, The Will Rogers Follies (Nat Tour), Book of the Night (Goodman Theater), Saturday Night (York Theater Co), Giant (Dallas Theater Ctr), Queen of the Mist (Transport Group), 42nd St (Paper Mill Playhouse), The Cocoanuts (Arena Stage) and Forbidden Broadway (Palsson’s). One Touch of Venus, Lady, Be Good! The Little Rascals, and Here’s Love! (All at Goodspeed Opera House).

A 28-year resident of Croton, who loves gardening and walks in the woods, Mark lives with his wife, actress Betsy Joslyn, their daughter, and three cats. 

The Keeper: Cantankerous, charismatic and passionately committed, this river keeper -- John Lipscomb -- reflects on his 25 years patrolling the Hudson, traveling more than 80,000 miles, by wooden boat, helping defend America’s First River.

Directed by writer, filmmaker and adventurer, Jon Bowermaster, a six-time grantee of the National Geographic Expeditions Council. Jon has written eleven books and produced/directed more than thirty documentary films. His feature documentaries include ‘Dear President Obama,’ ‘Antarctica, on the Edge,’ ‘After the Spill’ and ‘Ghost Fleet.’

Jon lives in New York’s Hudson Valley. He is the President of the One Ocean Media Foundation, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Adventure Science and Creative Affiliate of The Safina Center. For the past several years, Jon and his One Ocean Media Foundation / Oceans 8 Films team have focused on a series of short films about the environmental risks to, and hopes for the Hudson River Valley, the birthplace of the American environmental movement.

The Keeper was scored by one of The Grand’s expert sound engineers, Ben Zebelman.

Tickets on sale now:

3 chefs. 7 courses. 1 unforgettable evening.

$100pp
Includes 7 courses & 1 cocktail.
Gratuity not included.

% of proceeds go to Croton Caring.

Cocktail hour at 6 PM
Dinner at 7 PM

Meet the Chefs:

Chef Eric Korn

Eric has spent over 20 years crafting meals that bring people together, combining creativity, technique, and a deep love of sharing food with people. His journey has been defined by a passion for soulful, simple food and an ability to create experiences that are as memorable as the dishes themselves.

At the heart of Eric's career is Wolfert's Roost, a passion project launched with his brother Will and Chef Jennie Werts. Known for great food, great fun, and great vibes, it earned Best New Restaurant (2015) from Westchester Magazine and remained packed until the day it closed.

Beyond the restaurant, Eric built a name for himself in catering, earning multiple "Best of Westchester" awards, including Best Caterer and Best Wedding Caterer for several consecutive years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he launched an initiative that provided over 70,000 meals to those in need, proving that food has the power to not just nourish, but to uplift and unite communities in difficult times.

After years of leading bustling kitchens, Eric stepped away from cooking to focus on raising his children. Now, he's back on his own terms— cooking with the seasons, embracing simplicity, and creating food meant to be shared.

"Good. Better. Best." is his mantra, because in every experience, every meal, and every moment, the goal is to continuously grow, challenge, and inspire through the art of food.

Chef Nick Cilfone (The Grand)

Nicks family stems from Mid Century commercial Lobster Fishing in the state of Connecticut. After rifling through old cook books from his mother’s pantry, he decided from a young age cooking was his interest. After completing Culinary school, Nick worked throughout Litchfield and Hartford County, getting his first opportunity under restauranteur John Bordeaux, Chef/Owner of Sparrow in New Milford, CT.

Eager to further his culinary knowledge, Nick joined the team at Ore Hill and Swyft in Kent, CT, utilizing farm to table produce and dairy from nearby Rock Cobble Farm.  During his tenure, the restaurant hosted a dinner for the James Beard Foundation and received multiple regional and national publications.

Today, Nick combines his farm to table expierence with his families lineage to create a vegetarian-friendly menu in Croton on Hudson, NY at The Grand.

Chef Bryan Cole

Chef Bryan began his culinary career at the family-owned Market grocery stores, where his passion for food propelled him from deli clerk to sous chef.

Eager to further refine his craft, Bryan joined three-time James Beard Award nominee Chef Joel Viehland, a Noma alumnus, at his pop-up café, The Pine Leaf. There, he balanced daily restaurant service with private catering events, developing a deep appreciation for seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine.

Rising through the ranks from Garde manger to Chef de Cuisine, Bryan became a key member of the culinary leadership team, helping establish Ore Hill as one of New England's premier farm-to-table destinations. During his tenure, the restaurant earned national recognition as one of The New York Times' Best New Restaurants in America, received multiple CRAzies Award nominations, and was featured in numerous regional and national publications.

Today, Chef Bryan combines the precision of fine dining with a deep respect for local agriculture and seasonal ingredients. His cuisine reflects a commitment to thoughtful technique, exceptional hospitality, and creating memorable dining experiences that celebrate the best of modern American cooking.

Peach&Love is a live music collective made up of musicians who have performed and/or recorded with original members of The Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead, The Band and others. 

They focus on creating new original music while including tribute to the great icons.

Featuring Geoff Hartwell (guitar), Chris Vitarello (guitar), Lincoln Schleifer (bass), Matt Zeiner (keys) and Joe Abba (drums).

Presented with a full video light show!

Liftoff Brass Band incorporates New York’s current generation of musicians who are revitalizing the brass-band sound. Liftoff ranges freely across the New Orleans landscape without losing grip of the New York groove.

https://liftoffbrass.com/

$10

Jersey shore born and raised Kiersten grew up around music. She started playing guitar in high school, and avidly listened to alternative, rock, pop, and folk music growing up. However, it wasn’t until the pandemic that she found her passion for writing music. Before lockdown Kiersten was strictly a shower singer and bedroom guitarist. Something flipped the switch in 2020, all that time spent inside drove Kiersten to start writing her own music. She became a student at Lakehouse in September 2020 and took lessons in the foundations of music production and songwriting. Here she found that she was an extremely prolific writer, composing 100+ songs in her first year of writing. By writing multiple songs a week she honed her skills quickly, songwriting became part of her everyday routine. Kiersten sang her first live set in April 2021, and now performs regularly.  In November of 2021 started working on a solo project under the name “Kiersten Blue” , releasing her first song in January 2022. Kiersten plans to continue releasing a song a month, working with different producers and session musicians to experiment with her sound. Along with working a full time job she continues to play live shows as much as she can around Asbury Park and the tristate area. By trade Kiersten is a swimwear designer, using her background in design to create her own cover art and promotional material.

Kiersten is coming to The Grand as part of her first tour - come out to support this rising star!