Hey folks and folkies, I know a lot of musicians in the Halifax area but I live in Fredericton, New Brunswick. If you drive through NB, there's a great music circle in Fredericton each Wednesday 7pm to 10pm. You will get a turn if you want or you can listen. A most extrordinary group of great people. It is called JY's Music Circle and in January celebrated a 5th birthday. I know about music circles because my music circle is into its 36th year. JY's music is a public circle, exactly what you describe. I can give you more info if you want. (Fredericton is only four hours from Halifax - closer than Cape Breton)