Thanks for the input. In spite of the fact that there are quite a few folk societies within 50 miles of here, I doubt that anyone nearby is a member of this site ( although I have told lots of people ). My venue is Dizzy's club in Nanaimo, Canada on Vancouver Island. My open mic is on Wed. and performers can do at least 5 tunes with the best sound and stage imaginable. I play at many other locations ( I'm hosting another coffee house tonight for example ) and always plug my thing. I started the open mic in late Nov. and it seemed to be gaining steam but lately it has dropped off. Those regulars who come really enjoy it. Keep up the advice.         Jack