Building community in the Upper Valley of NH and VT through the media arts. | |
Weekly Highlights // January 8, 2025 | |
Local flight program
See for yourself... a new airplane taking shape at Lebanon High School! Meet the students, faculty and industry mentors behind "Take Flight" in the first episode of this JAM's ongoing documentation of the momentous hands-on learning opportunity in aviation and teamwork.
Produced by Mike Cannon for JAM.
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Local storytelling
The latest from AVA Gallery's quarterly storytelling series "Mudroom," December's relatable theme was “Too Much.” The night's emcees Sally Bacon and Mike Lovell hosted storytellers Jen Shepherd, Ellen Jonsson, Keith Elfland, Robin Ng, Deena Frankel, Don Kollisch, and Lianne Moccia.
Produced by Jordan Fitch for JAM
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Local musicians
Enjoy the latest episode from local producer Barbara Krinitz's series featuring Lebanon Opera House's Brian Cook, musicians Nick Charyk and Tommy Crawford, and Northern Stage's Carol Dunne as they share how training has shaped their musical journeys, with a performance by the talented Carol Dunne!
Produced by Barbara Krinitz
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Pictured: Norwich Selectboard 12/18/24 | |
This week's civic highlight: Norwich Selectboard discussed the current budget and capital plan for review. Tune into this and your town's government and school board meetings live or pre-recorded @ UVJAM.ORG/WATCH | |
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Media events @ JAM & Briggs Opera House
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Storytelling circle
Thursday Jan 9 6-7:30PM
FREE @JAM
In a society increasingly divided and isolated, storytelling can bring us together. Story Jam is a bi-monthly story circle where community members get to know each other through unrehearsed 5-minute true stories from their own life. This month's prompt: "Misunderstandings" (for inspiration only! Off-theme stories welcome as well)
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Author Talk
Thurs Jan 16 6:30-8PM
FREE @JAM
Two local authors share family histories touched by the Holocaust, exploring the role of family historians in keeping the archive alive.
This event is part of JAM’s “Mediated Lives” series exploring the role of our current media landscape in shaping American culture, free speech, and democracy.
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Film Festival & Comedy
Festival Feb 13-16
& Benefit Comedy Feb 12
ALL ARE WELCOME
JAM's annual festival of the best new global and local cinema, with film & media maker events and a special WRIF benefit stand-up comedy show is coming to JAM and Briggs Opera House in downtown White River Junction. Get a sneak peek at the lineup, with more films and events still coming!
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JAM events are made possible in part by grants from VT Humanities, VT Arts Council, and NH Charitable Foundation and by charitable contributions from community members like you! | |
Adult media learning
Winter/Spring 2025
Registration now open
We are often asked, "When are you going to have JAM Club for adults?" The answer is... now! This Winter/Spring JAM is offering courses in screenwriting, editing, animation, cinematography, and drone videography designed for adults (16+).
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After-school youth media
Spring sessions start March 17 – Register now!
Come to JAM Mondays for JAM Video Gaming Club (new!) or Wednesdays for JAM Club (multimedia) and and connect with other young media-makers to make movies, podcasts, animations, video games and e-sports! Grades 5-8
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Summer youth camps
Sessions run June 23- August 1 – Register now!
What’s your media jam? Whether movies, animation, podcasting, drones or yet to be discovered, JAM summer camps give you the media tools and the crew to help you create. Options for grades 5-12, including high school intensives.
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JAM media education programs and scholarships are made possible in part by grants from Jane B. Cook 1992 Charitable Trust, Jack & Dorothy Byrne Foundation, NH Charitable Foundation and charitable contributions from community members like you! | |
@ JAM Podcasts, Audiobooks & Music
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Record your podcast or audiobook
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Make it happen at JAM! Our fully-equipped podcast studio is ready for your big ideas, compelling stories, and vibrant conversations. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, we have the tools and space to help you sound amazing.
Our professional-grade equipment and creative environment make JAM the perfect place to bring your podcast to life. Plus, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Your voice matters—let’s amplify it together. Drop by or visit UVJAM.ORG to book your session today.
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We are so close!
It's not too late to support JAM's free and low-cost programming and events in the new year! We are 97% of the way to our Annual Fund goal. All donation amounts are greatly appreciated. THANK YOU for your generous contributions to the Upper Valley media arts community centered at JAM. Here’s to more local creativity and connection in 2025!
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How does my gift help JAM?
When you make a gift to JAM – Junction Arts & Media, your donation enables JAM to empower all Upper Valley residents to have a creative voice, actively participate in local democracy, and find joy and belonging in the Upper Valley community. JAM is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your gift may be tax-deductible.
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