UPCOMING VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS
Let’s Talk – A Conversation About Podcasts
Date: June 20, 2023
Times: 2 pm Eastern
Panelists: Cindy Howes, Lizzi No (Basic Folk) and Matt Watroba (No Root, No Fruit)
Podcasts are popping up all over the place and fast becoming one of the most popular forms of entertainment across all genres and topics from murder mysteries to comedy; science to religion; and of course music. More than a radio program, podcasts tend to dig deep into the stories behind the songs and the artists who write them. We’re happy to have these folk music podcasters – Cindy Howes and Lizzie No of “Basic Folk” (https://basicfolk.com/) and Matt Watroba of “No Root, No Fruit” (https://norootnofruit.com) – join us for a conversation about how they got started, what inspired them and what they’ve learned along the way. .
PEER GATHERINGS
Community Peer Gathering
Dates: 1st and 3rd Thursday
Times: 2 pm Eastern
Come one come all, near and far and join us for some great conversation about pretty much anything that’s on your mind. These Peer Group Sessions are open to the entire Folk Community regardless of where you live or what role you play in the community.
(NOTE: The Zoom meeting only lists the third Thursdays but this will work for the 1st Thursday as well)
You only need to register once to attend any of the future sessions. You’ll be sent a reminder email prior to each session, but you can use this link every time.
Folk DJ & Friends
NEW Dates: 3rd Wednesday
Times: 8 pm Eastern / 7 pm Central
A monthly meet-up for Folk Djs and those interested in talking to the Folk DJs. The topics range from the way radio has evolved, going digital, producing a show in the time of COVID, diversity in programming, and what you had for dinner. All are welcome to join the conversation.
Moderator: Sue Kessell, The Folk Show / WNUR
Live Music Presenter
NERFA has been hosting monthly Venue Peer Sessions. Visit https://nerfa.org/nerfa-365/ for more information or contact ethan@nerfa.org
Agents & Managers
Dates: ON HOLD
Times: 8 pm Eastern / 7 pm Central
This is a closed peer gathering intended for individuals who identify as a booking agent or artist manager within the industry. While we recognize that many artists also serve as their own representatives, this group is intended only for those who represent artists beyond themselves.
Moderator: Stephanie Coronado, Ginger Roots Agency
PERFORMANCES
Monthly Performance Lane
FARM’s Virtual Performance Lane offers a limited number of pre-scheduled 10-minute performances that take place on Zoom. This showcase is filled in order of sign-up. No jury selection. Just timing.
The performances are open to the public to attend via Zoom and will also be live-streamed to FARM’s Facebook Page and Youtube Channel.
When: 4th Thursday of the Month
Times: 8 pm Eastern / 7 pm Central