Upcoming events

SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP
Dec
5

SONGWRITERS WORKSHOP

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us—Jen, Lee, and Chris— each first Friday of the month, 10am-12:30 for an opportunity to work on your song and contribute to the community of songwriters in northwest Arkansas. Attendees will bring one song to share for feedback and participate in the conversations around other participants’ original songs. 

Any genres/instruments welcome — All songwriters welcome.

Due to space and time constraints, attendees must register. Registration here.

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Songwriters' Open Mic
Dec
9

Songwriters' Open Mic

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

An Open Mic featuring songwriters, each performing one original song, SOLO ONLY (unless there's a co-writer), without a band or accompanying musicians. First-come-first-served. Free and open to the public. CDs may be displayed and sold. Upcoming performances by participants may be posted.

Songwriters’ Open Mic occurs every second Tuesday!

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Second Sunday Singing
Dec
14

Second Sunday Singing

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Second Sunday Singing is a gathering place for anyone who enjoys singing. We sing a variety of music from camp songs to show tunes and everything in between (well, almost) and are open to suggestions. We foster a causal atmosphere with no performance pressure where all skill levels are welcome. So whether you grew up singing in a choir, or belt out your favorite tunes in the shower, we would invite you to blend your voice with ours. 

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Irish Session
Dec
22

Irish Session

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A gathering of musicians playing Irish tunes and songs in a circle. Tunes are mostly lively and rhythmic. Tunes are played together--that is, simultaneously, as in old-time music, instead of taking instrumental solos in turn as is common in bluegrass or jazz jams. Musicians play either by ear or by notation. Irish session occurs every fourth Monday from 5:30 to 8:30.

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Spin w/ Sona
Mar
14

Spin w/ Sona

Sona Gardner will teach basic spinning terms, try different fibers, spin singles and ply them to create their first yarn. Bring your own wheel or rent one for an additional $15. Fee of $50 includes fiber. Please bring a brown bag lunch for this four hour class.

Register here.

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Old Time Jam and Square Dance
Dec
2

Old Time Jam and Square Dance

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Old time jam, led by Pete Howard, begins at 6 with square dancing called by Steve Green and friends beginning at 7. The Old Time Jam and Square Dance occurs every first Tuesday from 6-9.

Dancing is beginner friendly and partners are not required!

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Irish Session
Nov
24

Irish Session

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

A gathering of musicians playing Irish tunes and songs in a circle. Tunes are mostly lively and rhythmic. Tunes are played together--that is, simultaneously, as in old-time music, instead of taking instrumental solos in turn as is common in bluegrass or jazz jams. Musicians play either by ear or by notation. Irish session occurs every fourth Monday from 5:30 to 8:30. The first hour will be a slow session.

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Squirrel Jam 4th Sunday Music Night
Nov
23

Squirrel Jam 4th Sunday Music Night

Participants will be led through an assortment of songs from different eras and genres. Lyrics and chord names are projected on a large screen so attendees may play and sing along, or just listen and enjoy the music. All instruments and skill levels are welcome. Admission is free of charge.

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Stockings and Squares
Nov
21

Stockings and Squares

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Following the Lighting of the Ozarks on the Fayetteville Square, join us at the historic Walker Stone House for a makers market and community square dance!

Interested in selling in the market? Check out the details here.

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Fiber Play Day
Nov
15

Fiber Play Day

  • Ozark Folkways - Winslow, Muxen Building (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Ozark Folkways and the Wool and Wheel Spinners Guild host an open house fiber play day every third Saturday. Anyone with an interest in fiber arts can drop in between 10 and 12, all levels welcome. This is not a class. Participants bring their own projects, can join circles to spin, knit, crochet, etc. or watch others and become a fiber fan.

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Songwriters' Open Mic
Nov
11

Songwriters' Open Mic

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

An Open Mic featuring songwriters, each performing one original song, SOLO ONLY (unless there's a co-writer), without a band or accompanying musicians. First-come-first-served. Free and open to the public. CDs may be displayed and sold. Upcoming performances by participants may be posted.

Songwriters’ Open Mic occurs every second Tuesday!

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Second Sunday Singing
Nov
9

Second Sunday Singing

Second Sunday Singing is a gathering place for anyone who enjoys singing. We sing a variety of music from camp songs to show tunes and everything in between (well, almost) and are open to suggestions. We foster a causal atmosphere with no performance pressure where all skill levels are welcome. So whether you grew up singing in a choir, or belt out your favorite tunes in the shower, we would invite you to blend your voice with ours. 

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Paper Making w/ Jenny Dowd
Nov
8

Paper Making w/ Jenny Dowd

  • Ozark Folkways - Winslow, Muxen Building (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Learn how to make your own paper! This workshop will cover the basic methods of Traditional Western Style papermaking. We will use abaca and sisal fibers and discuss other fibers that could be used. Learn how to prepare the fiber, the basics of sizing, and other optional add-ins.

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Songwriters Workshop
Nov
7

Songwriters Workshop

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us—Jen, Lee, and Chris— each first Friday of the month, 10am-12:30 for an opportunity to work on your song and contribute to the community of songwriters in northwest Arkansas. Attendees will bring one song to share for feedback and participate in the conversations around other participants’ original songs. 

Any genres/instruments welcome — All songwriters welcome.

Due to space and time constraints, attendees must register. Registration here.

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Old Time Jam and Square Dance
Nov
4

Old Time Jam and Square Dance

  • Ozark Folkways @ Fayetteville Folk School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Old time jam, led by Pete Howard, begins at 6 with square dancing called by Steve Green and friends beginning at 7. The Old Time Jam and Square Dance occurs every first Tuesday from 6-9.

Dancing is beginner friendly and partners are not required!

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Irish Session
Oct
27

Irish Session

A gathering of musicians playing Irish tunes and songs in a circle. Tunes are mostly lively and rhythmic. Tunes are played together--that is, simultaneously, as in old-time music, instead of taking instrumental solos in turn as is common in bluegrass or jazz jams. Musicians play either by ear or by notation. Irish session occurs every fourth Monday from 5:30 to 8:30.

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