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On Memorial Day, JAM covered the dedication of a second monument in WRJ’s Veterans Park that honors the rich history of veterans in the town of Hartford. Hear remarks from veterans, Mary Kay Brown (Chair of the Hartford Monument Committee), John Haverstock (Town Manager) and more. 5/25/26 Produced by Rick Russell for JAM.
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Listen to readings from the 10th Annual Hartland Poetry Festival, which featured a theme commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. 9 poets shared works, along with a reading of an award-winning poem by Renée Good, who was killed by ICE in January. 4/16/26 Produced by Rayce Gilbert & Jordan Slusser for JAM.
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Meriden, New Hampshire’s Steve Taylor presents his recollections of White River Junction and West Lebanon from 1943 to 1970 to the Hartford Historical Society, in a talk accompanied by archival photos and anecdotes about notable town figures, like artist Maxfield Parrish (who was his neighbor!). 4/8/26 produced by Rick Russell for JAM.
| | Pictured: Norwich Selectboard 5/13/26 | | |
Watch the Watch the Norwich Selectboard discuss the reimbursement and expense report policy as well as cures and possible motions for open meeting law violations brought up by resident Christopher Katucki. 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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First Fri June 5 6-10PM
$5-20 suggested donation
JAM's annual Pride Prom returns, feat. music by Burly Girlies and Vallory Falls! Theme: Classic 80’s. We will elect gender neutral prom royalty and award prizes donated by our sponsors. Note: this event is all ages and substance free.
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Mon June 8 6-7:30PM
FREE @JAM
Want to get feedback on a screenplay, rough cut, podcast in progress, or more? We're welcoming Media Makers to a feedback sesh! Members share work and guests may attend and give feedback. Become a Media Maker here.
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Thu Jun 11 6-7:30PM
FREE @JAM
Open to all Lampshaders as well as any poet who is interested in reading an original piece or two. Poets have the opportunity to be videoed for JAM’s TV and YouTube channels. Watch past recordings here!
| | 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! | | | | |
That One Movie
What makes a movie special? Is it the technical aspects, the acting, or a mix of everything? Join Noah Mauchly as he sits down with friends and artists to discuss what “that one movie” is for them!
S2 Ep 6: Filmmaker, podcaster, musician and founder of Film in VT Brian Carroll sits down to discuss one of the most famous horror films, The Shining, and dive into how Kubrick’s meticulous attention to detail amounts into a viscerally unnerving experience that audiences have been analyzing since the day it came out.
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Registration open for fall Film & Media Courses
Dive into media education with JAM this fall! Intended for adults (16+), courses are designed by JAM staff members eager to share their passions and practices.
Dates: courses run Sep 14 – Oct 22
Courses: Animated Short Film, Screenwriting, Podcast Production, Drone Cinematography, and Beginner & Intermediate Video Editing
| | 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 relies on diverse funding sources to sustain our nonprofit community media services promoting civic engagement and transparency in local government. We wish to thank the Comcast and VTel cable subscribers, voters in our service area towns, the State of Vermont, individual donors, local business sponsors, and public and private foundations who make JAM's work possible. | | Weekly Highlights - May 27, 2026 | | | | |
