Award-winning musician and fan favorite Mean Mary in Concert at Penny Lane Emporium!
Mary James, known by the stage name Mean Mary, is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, novelist, producer and YouTube personality.
All Shows and Workshops are held at
Penny Lane Music Emporium
Join Mean Mary for a lively, welcoming jam session. Bring your banjo, guitar, mandolin, flute, bagpipes—whatever you can make noise on! Or just bring your voice and sing along.
Mary will play a mix of familiar tunes from various styles, along with some originals, and will guide everyone through the chords. All skill levels are welcome. It’s a great chance to try out a lead, experiment on your instrument, or simply enjoy playing music with Mary and other musicians.
Come ready to play, sing, and have fun! Acoustic Instruments only
Monthly Jams
Our Bluegrass Jams
Beginner Bluegrass Jam
Every Wednesday in April 6pm-7:30pm
Grab your favorite instrument and pull up a chair, folks! 🪕🎻
We’re hosting a Beginner Bluegrass Jam every Thursday in April from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, right in the heart of the Penny Lane Emporium. Whether you’re just learning your first three chords or you've been practicing your rolls in the kitchen, this is a welcoming circle for everyone to share in the high lonesome sound.
This gathering is proudly sponsored by the Bluegrass Sunshine State Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation and advancement of bluegrass music throughout the great state of Florida.
The jam is totally FREE to attend, but we sure do appreciate a helping hand! Donations are very welcome and go directly toward keeping the heritage of Florida bluegrass picking and grinning for generations to come.
Come on down to Penny Lane, meet some neighbors, and find your rhythm.
Let’s pick!
Advanced Bluegrass Jam -
Every Other Saturday 2-4pm
For more experienced pickers familiar woth the Bluegrass Tradition and who feel comfortable with more challenging speeds
We are right inside the Penny Lane Emporium Music Store
3038 N Federal Hwy, Unit M
Fort lauderdale, FL, 33306
954-566-8141