Folk Music Society of Midland: Midland Folk Music Festival 2024

Two important notes regarding the 2025 Midland Folk Music Festival!

1. From Ruth Badgley regarding workshops... (workshopfmsm@gmail.com)

Hello Everyone!

As we have all of the Easter celebrations behind us, it is time to plan for our Midland Folk Festival (Midland, MI). August 21-24, 2025!!

This is your invitation to be part of the many volunteers for our festival! Would you be willing to teach a workshop? Our folk festival is run by volunteers, as a workshop leader, you will be provided with a festival ribbon & name badge, also, as many copies of your handout as needed, a table, an easel, a dry-erase board in your workshop area, coffee & water in the registration tent, and support from other volunteers.

You will notice that there is a ‘respond back by’ date listed. As an explanation – the respond back by date is requested to have time to work out the ‘puzzle pieces’ of placing everyone on the grids. The goal is to send you a copy to proofread and to have the festival information put on our website in July.

If you haven’t responded back by the deadline, it does not mean you cannot be a workshop leader – if there are openings Yes you can be a leader!

Please Respond Back by June 13, 2025, with the following information:

1. Presenter's Name(s)

2. I am interested in teaching/leading a: (circle one) Workshop, Jam, Dance, Other

3. Instrument

4. Class Level: (circle one) Pre-Beginner, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Other

5. Day – Thursday afternoon (in the tents)

6. Day ~ Friday, Saturday ~ Morning, Afternoon, doesn’t matter

7. If more than one timeslot:(circle one) hours together, consecutive days (same time, same area)

8. I prefer this timeslot

9. Other

2. From Kristine Goodwin regarding the Saturday evening concert...

To be considered for performing in the Saturday concert, our festival requires at least one person from the group to be a workshop leader. This year send your name and request by email to:

· Kris Goodwin, communityfmsm@gmail.com

Festival Schedule Information Now Live!

See below

Join us for the highly anticipated annual Festival hosted by The Folk Music Society of Midland at the Midland County Fairgrounds from Thursday, August 22nd to Sunday, August 25th, 2024.

This year, we are excited to introduce workshops on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, offering enriching opportunities for musicians of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, there's something for everyone to learn and enjoy.

Experience the joy of jamming with fellow musicians throughout the event, with a special new jam session scheduled for Friday night from 6-8 p.m. Bring your instruments and join in the fun - all levels of musicians and listeners are welcome!

Don't miss our contra dance on Friday from 7-9 p.m., a lively celebration of traditional folk music and dance.

For those looking to immerse themselves in the entire weekend of festivities, a weekend ribbon is available for just $10, or $5 for members of the Folk Music Society of Midland.

Camping facilities will be available starting Monday morning (please, no early campers). Enjoy the convenience of on-site camping for $30 per night, payable at our registration tent upon arrival.

Mark your calendars and join us for a weekend filled with music, camaraderie, and the vibrant spirit of folk tradition. We look forward to seeing you there!