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Watch Father Ceslaus, a Dominican priest, allow us to witness his most intimate ritual: dressing to celebrate Mass. Produced by past JAM producer Simeon Morrow, this contemplative film was just selected to be screened at the 2026 NRB TV Showcase in Nashville.
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The bombastic Lawrence of Arabia is condensed into a stop-motion animation of semi-silliness and homage to cinema, by Thetford-based twin sisters Amy and Terry Lawrence. Learn more about their past 2025 “Opera Action Figures” JAM Media Arts Exhibit.
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We live in a particularly arts-rich region––check out this reel highlighting the myriad of films, music videos, performances, and animations created by friends of JAM. If you're inspired, consider joining our creative community in the Upper Valley!
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Watch the Hartford Selectboard discuss a state grant for lighting for the town's Park & Ride, as well as a possible Vermont Community Development Program grant for multifamily housing. Tune into JAM's coverage of this or your town's government & school board meetings live or pre-recorded @ UVJAM.ORG/WATCH
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Hosted by Liora Alschuler, Ordinary Jews. Talking. features conversations on being Jewish in the world today.
S2 Ep 4: Liora talks with Fran Miller,
who moved up to Vermont from New York City in the fall of 2019, and is active in pro-Palestinian causes including as a member of Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP).
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NEW! Divorce Coaching with Margot is a practical, compassionate podcast for anyone navigating divorce, custody, or a major relationship transition.
Ep 1: Hiring a lawyer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. This episode covers how to choose the right one, what to ask, and common mistakes.
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March 1-8, 2026
It’s the most wonderful time of the year (for JAM)! In March, we'll be hosting WRIF––a week-long celebration of the locally-grown “indie” culture of the Upper Valley: films, live music, comedy, dance, puppetry, workshops, events, and more!
Each week, we’ll announce a film from our very exciting roster! Tickets to individual films will be available in mid-February.
Want to secure your chances of seeing a film? Use code WRIFEARLYBIRD for 10% off WRIF all access passes before our film schedule goes live. This discount ends on 1/16.
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Dir. Mary Bronstein (2025)
Starring: Rose Byrne, Conan O'Brien, A$AP Rocky, Danielle MacDonald, Delaney Quinn
While trying to manage her own life and career, a woman on the verge of a breakdown must cope with her daughter's illness, an absent husband, a missing person, and an unusual relationship with her therapist.
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PASSES & TICKETS: Secure your seats!
FILM GUIDE: View our growing list of 2026 films, and look through past feature films.
SPONSOR, DONATE, OR VOLUNTEER: Calling all Upper Valley businesses, orgs, and WRIF fans! Want to buy an ad for our print program? Email ana@uvjam.org
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Mon Jan 12 6-7:30PM
FREE @JAM
RSVP here
Welcoming Media Makers and guests to a work-in-progress feedback session! Members can share work and guests may attend and give feedback. Become a member here.
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Jan 31 11AM-2PM
FREE @NPL
Families are invited to make optical animation toys called “Phenakistoscopes” at the Norwich Public Library! 100% free thanks to generous support from the Norwich Women’s Club.
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Saturdays Jan 3 - 31 10AM-12PM
FREE @JAM
Pop into our Open Houses to dip your toes into media subjects we specialize in: animation, experimental animation, cinematography, editing, & audio production.
| | JAM events are made possible in part by grants from VT Humanities, VT Arts Council, NH Charitable Foundation, the Couch Family Foundation, and by charitable contributions from community members like you! | | JAM media education programs are made possible in part through grants from M&T Bank Foundation, Couch Family Foundation, NH Charitable Foundation, Jane B. Cook 1992 Trust, Jack & Dorothy Byrne Foundation, and Adimab, LLC Community Grant. | | JAM Production Manager Jordyn Fitch at Pride Picnic 2025. Photo credit: Nancy Nutile-McMenemy | | |
THANK YOU for helping us reach our year-end goal!
Thanks to extraordinary support from the community, we have met our 2025 annual fund goal! However, it's not too late to give. Your donation to JAM enables us to provide free and low-cost media education, actively participate in local democracy, capture Upper Valley voices and stories, and find belonging for all members of our community.
Thank you also to all who participated in our Silent Auction, raising nearly $5,000 for JAM, and to all our donors and sponsors!
JAM is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your gift may be tax-deductible.
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