BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Junction Arts & Media - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Junction Arts & Media X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://uvjam.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Junction Arts & Media REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250319T175018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T185753Z UID:10001580-1747332000-1747337400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Story JAM: Bi-Monthly Storytelling Circle DESCRIPTION:In a society increasingly divided and isolated\, storytelling can bring us together. Story Jam is a bi-monthly story circle where community members can meet to get to know each other through personal stories. All members of the Upper Valley community are invited to join the circle and share an unrehearsed 5-minute true story from their own life. No competition\, no judgment\, no lecturing\, no ranting… Just share a story about something that happened to you and listen to other people’s stories. Whether you are a new or seasoned storyteller; whether you are shy or extroverted – all are welcome! The moderators will keep track of time to make sure everyone has a chance to speak.\n\nFor more info\, reach us at storyjam@uvjam.org URL:https://uvjam.org/event/story-jam-bi-monthly-storytelling-circle-7/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Story_Jam-copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250407T192125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T175823Z UID:10001590-1747848600-1747855800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:JAM Spring Media Education Final Showcase DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the creations of film and media makers of all ages and experience levels! Please RSVP. \nThe showcase will feature final projects or selected work from ALL NINE(!!!) Media Education programs at JAM this Spring including: \n\nJAM Film Club\nJAM Video Game Club\nYouth Media Fellowships\nSpecial Needs Support Center Film Lab\nIntermediate Screenwriting\nIntermediate Editing\nAnimation\nShort Format Cinematography Intensive\nDrone Cinematography\n\n\n\n \n \n Spring 2025 Media Ed Showcase RSVP\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Number of Attendees(Required)Name of Media Ed Participant(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Relationship to Participant(Required)\n \n Self\n \n \n Family\n \n \n Partner\n \n \n Friend\n \n \n Enemy\n \n \n It's Complicated...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nGraphic by JAM Animation student\, Sebastian Thauvin. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/jam-spring-media-education-final-showcase/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/media-ed-showcase.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250423T181309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T181433Z UID:10001603-1748370600-1748377800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:GAME NIGHT DESCRIPTION:Drop in and play video and board games at JAM — free and welcoming to everybody! We’ll provide the games and consoles\, but you may wish to bring your own controller if you have one. Participants must be at least 14 years old or accompanied/supervised by an adult. \n\n \n \n Game Night\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Number of participants(Required)Parent/Guardian Contact (put n/a if over 18)(Required)Are there any games you'd like to play?How did you hear about this event? (select all that apply)\n \n JAM Email Newsletter\n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n Poster\n \n \n Newspaper Calendar\n \n \n Listserv posting\n \n \n word of mouth\n Select All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nLEAD BY RAYCE GILBERT & IVAN HACKER\n \nRayce Gilbert wears many hats (literally). He has been playing video games since he was 4 years old and has been making YouTube videos about them for 10 years. He is also a producer for Junction Arts & Media. His aim is to use his media skills and experience to make a meaningful difference in the world. \n \nIvan Hacker is passionate about art and competitive gaming\, always striving to refine his skills and take on new challenges. Whether it’s working on personal projects or competing\, he enjoys pushing his limits and achieving success. He values collaboration\, as working with others helps him grow and makes the experience more fulfilling. \nMay’s game night is sponsored by GMEDC’s VT Welcome Wagon Project! URL:https://uvjam.org/event/game-night-2-2/2025-05-27/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GAME-1.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250421T165352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T190905Z UID:10001594-1748624400-1748628000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:48 Hour Film Slam 2025 Launch DESCRIPTION:Calling all local filmmakers!\nIt’s JAMs 48 Hour Film Slam! \nThe rules are simple:  \n\nRegister to participate in the competition using the form on this page. Registration closes May 30th at 4:59pm. $20 registration sliding scale.\nAttend our launch meeting on May 30th at 5:00pm to receive the prompt\, film requirements\, and to start the clock!\nStarting at 6:00 PM\, all contestants will have 48 hours to write\, shoot\, edit\, and export an original short film under 7 minutes.\nFilms are due at 6:00 PM\, June 1st\, and can be submitted in person at JAM\, or via a google drive link (provided at the launch meeting)\nCelebrate! Invite all your friends and that one weird cousin to the final screening where we will show all the films and announce this years winners!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAwards & Prizes\n\nOfficial prize$ TBA. \n\nSorry. This form is no longer available. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/48-hour-film-slam-2025/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/48_Hour_2025-film-slam-poster-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250421T165903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T194446Z UID:10001595-1748802600-1748808000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:48 Hour Film Slam 2025 Screening & Awards DESCRIPTION:Come see short films made in 48 hours by local people! \nTo participate in the filmmaking fun\, register HERE before 5:59 PM on May 30th. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/48-hour-film-slam-2025-screening-awards/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/48_Hour_2025-film-slam-poster-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250418T200541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T210114Z UID:10001593-1749236400-1749250800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:PRIDE PROM IV: CRUISING DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\nOn the First Friday of June\, JAM’s Pride Prom is returning for our fourth year in a row. Our 2025 theme is “Cruising” so button yer best breeches and be ready to sail Vermont’s high seas! We’ll rock out to local music\, commemorate the night with photo booth pictures\, and crown Prom Royalty! \nClothing and book swap from 7-9 PM! \nFeaturing\nMiss America \nWolf Girlz \nJonee Earthquake \ntheymademedoit \nTHANK YOU TO OUR SEAFARING SPONSORS\n \nAnd Pirate Partners\nCocktails and mocktails by Babes Bar and arepas available for purchase from Moon & Stars. Health resources provided by Reproductive Freedom Fund New Hampshire . \n \nALL HANDS ON DECK!\nInterested in sponsoring Pride Prom or partnering with JAM to put on this annual highlight of Pride month? Contact cedar@uvjam.org URL:https://uvjam.org/event/pride-prom-iv-cruising/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/934B3B55-05CE-4C5D-9326-F33FA85F86FE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250610T210356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T210356Z UID:10001764-1750095000-1750100400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:JAM Scriptwriters Group DESCRIPTION:Gather monthly with a dedicated group of talented local writers for an informal peer review circle. To join our email chain and stay in the loop\, contact cedar@uvjam.org URL:https://uvjam.org/event/jam-scriptwriters-group/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Scriptwriters-poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250423T181309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T181433Z UID:10001607-1750789800-1750797000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:GAME NIGHT DESCRIPTION:Drop in and play video and board games at JAM — free and welcoming to everybody! We’ll provide the games and consoles\, but you may wish to bring your own controller if you have one. Participants must be at least 14 years old or accompanied/supervised by an adult. \n\n \n \n Game Night\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Number of participants(Required)Parent/Guardian Contact (put n/a if over 18)(Required)Are there any games you'd like to play?How did you hear about this event? (select all that apply)\n \n JAM Email Newsletter\n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n Poster\n \n \n Newspaper Calendar\n \n \n Listserv posting\n \n \n word of mouth\n Select All\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nLEAD BY RAYCE GILBERT & IVAN HACKER\n \nRayce Gilbert wears many hats (literally). He has been playing video games since he was 4 years old and has been making YouTube videos about them for 10 years. He is also a producer for Junction Arts & Media. His aim is to use his media skills and experience to make a meaningful difference in the world. \n \nIvan Hacker is passionate about art and competitive gaming\, always striving to refine his skills and take on new challenges. Whether it’s working on personal projects or competing\, he enjoys pushing his limits and achieving success. He values collaboration\, as working with others helps him grow and makes the experience more fulfilling. \nMay’s game night is sponsored by GMEDC’s VT Welcome Wagon Project! URL:https://uvjam.org/event/game-night-2-2/2025-06-24/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/GAME-1.gif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250617T235233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T235934Z UID:10001765-1750870800-1750881600@uvjam.org SUMMARY:JAM at Hartford Community Coalition (HCC) Block Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for some family fun at the 10th annual Hartford Community Coalition (HCC) block party at Lyman Point Park in WRJ\, celebrating Hartford’s resources and youth programming! JAM will be tabling and running a fun animation activity suitable for all ages. Additionally\, there will be raffles\, balloons\, face painting\, dance performances\, and a free picnic dinner! \nLearn more at www.hccvt.org! URL:https://uvjam.org/event/jam-at-hartford-community-coalition-hcc-block-party/ LOCATION:Lyman Park\, 167 Maple St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/hcc-with-JAM-logo-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250730T010715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T010715Z UID:10001769-1751328000-1756511999@uvjam.org SUMMARY:FLIPPING THE CAMERA: The Makers' Menagerie DESCRIPTION:We\, the media makers who work at JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, are excited to pull back the curtain and share our creative work at the Norwich Public Library! \n“FLIPPING THE CAMERA: The Makers’ Menagerie” will be on display in the Community Room through August. Check open hours on the calendar here. \nExhibiting JAM Artists: \n\nAna Liu\nArantza Peña Popo\nCedar O’Dowd\nChico Eastridge\nDevon Blanchard\nJordyn Fitch\nMac Harp (in memorium)\nNoah Mauchly\nRichard Neugass\nSamantha Davidson Green URL:https://uvjam.org/event/flipping-the-camera-the-makers-menagerie/ LOCATION:Norwich Public Library\, 368 Main St\, Norwich\, VT\, 05055\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/updated-website-event-image-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250603T203741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T165003Z UID:10001613-1751396400-1751403600@uvjam.org SUMMARY:The Librarians (Free Screening + Discussion) DESCRIPTION:Librarians emerge as democracy’s first responders in this powerful documentary about the recent American book bans and the heroes who battle them. Breakout group discussions moderated by librarians from Lebanon and Wilder/Quechee libraries will follow this screening. \nIn Texas\, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories\, triggering sweeping book bans across the US at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate\, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of White Christian Nationalism fueling the censorship efforts. \nDespite facing harassment\, threats and laws aimed at criminalizing their work\, the librarians in this Sundance Film Festival hit maintain their sense of humor and the belief in their work’s importance. Their rallying cry for the freedom to read sets an inspiring example for all seeking to protect rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. \nD: Kim A. Snyder\, US\, 2025\, 1h32m\n \nThis film is presented in partnership with Hopkins Center For the Arts at Dartmouth College and Upper Valley Food Co-op Documentary Club.\n \nAdditional screening of The Librarians at The Hop on July 26\, 2025 at 7:00 PM. \nMade possible in part by VT Humanities and Joyful Living Fund. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/the-librarians-film-screening-2/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/The-Librarians.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250718T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250714T175756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T211906Z UID:10001766-1752859800-1752865200@uvjam.org SUMMARY:FLIPPING THE CAMERA: The Makers' Menagerie – Opening Reception at Norwich Public Library DESCRIPTION:We\, the media makers who work at JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, are excited to pull back the curtain and share our creative work at the Norwich Public Library! Join us for an artists’ reception on Friday\, 7/18 from 5:30PM-7PM on location in Norwich\, VT. \n“FLIPPING THE CAMERA: The Makers’ Menagerie” will be on display in the Community Room through August. \nExhibiting JAM Artists: \n\nAna Liu\nArantza Peña Popo\nCedar O’Dowd\nChico Eastridge\nJordyn Fitch\nMac Harp (in memorium)\nNoah Mauchly\nRichard Neugass\nSamantha Davidson Green URL:https://uvjam.org/event/flipping-the-camera-the-makers-menagerie-opening-reception/ LOCATION:Norwich Public Library\, 368 Main St\, Norwich\, VT\, 05055\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/updated-FB-image-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250429T184236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T185712Z UID:10001608-1753380000-1753385400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Story JAM: Bi-Monthly Storytelling Circle DESCRIPTION:THEME: “Newcomer”\nIn a society increasingly divided and isolated\, storytelling can bring us together. Story Jam is a bi-monthly story circle where community members can meet to get to know each other through personal stories. All members of the Upper Valley community are invited to join the circle and share an unrehearsed 5-minute true story from their own life. No competition\, no judgment\, no lecturing\, no ranting… Just share a story about something that happened to you and listen to other people’s stories. Whether you are a new or seasoned storyteller; whether you are shy or extroverted – all are welcome! The moderators will keep track of time to make sure everyone has a chance to speak.\nSponsored by Upper Valley Welcome Wagon\nGreen Mountain Center for Economic Developement’s Upper Valley Welcome Wagon helps to get new residents connected to the community and build great lives here. Find out more about UV Welcome Wagon: gmedc.com/welcome-wagon\n \n\nFor more info\, reach us at storyjam@uvjam.orgFor questions about UV Welcome Wagon\, reach out to James@gmedc.com URL:https://uvjam.org/event/story-jam-bi-monthly-storytelling-circle-8/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/story-jam-GMEDC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250728T213721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T155732Z UID:10001768-1755019800-1755027000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:JAM Annual Meeting 2025 DESCRIPTION:JAM’s 2025 Annual Meeting is upon us!  Please join us! \nHighlights will include JAM’s 2024 Annual Report\, JAM Youth Media Advisory Board\, Board and community advisory committee renewals\, 2025 progress report – including JAM Camp and JAM Productions updates\, WRIF 2026 announcements\, and last but not least\, tasty nibbles from our neighbors at Cappadocia Café!  Bring a friend!   \n\n\n5:30-6:30 PM Annual Meeting\n\n\n6:30-7:30PM Mingle & Nosh\n\n@ JAM (Zoom link available on request)\nPLEASE RSVP FOR HEADCOUNT\, THANKS! \n\n \n \n Annual Meeting RSVP\n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First & Last\n \n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Number Of Attendees(Required)Names of Additional Attendees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nFull agenda to be posted soon at uvjam.org/board URL:https://uvjam.org/event/jam-annual-meeting-2025/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Annual-Meeting-2025_Artwork-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250811T133916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T134104Z UID:10001775-1755799200-1755806400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:"Gone Guys" & JAM Club Alum doc FREE SCREENING! DESCRIPTION:A FREE screening at the Briggs Opera House! In Well Told Films documentary “Gone Guys\,” boys and young men are struggling. This 45-min documentary film set in rural VT features the influential work of Richard Reeves\, educators and mentors working to help them shape better futures. \nJAM Club alum and Hartford Middle Schooler Kai Snyder Hamalainen’s short doc “What Happens When Boys Start a Feelings Group” will precede Gone Guys! \n\nTwo screenings: Thu Aug 21 @6PM (with post screening panel discussion) and Fri Aug 22 @6PM (with post screening filmmaker Q&A) \nDoors open at 5:30PM \nTickets are FREE but seating is limited; RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/gone-guys-jam-club-alum-doc-free-screening/2025-08-21/ LOCATION:Briggs Opera House\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GoneGuys_Instagram_02_1x1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250722T195558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T193735Z UID:10001767-1755802800-1755810000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:American Movie with Upper Valley Doc Club DESCRIPTION:Very few documentaries ever achieve the cult film status of Chris Smith’s American Movie. Filmed between September 1995 and August 1997 in Menomonee Falls\, Wisconsin\, American Movie chronicles the efforts of newspaper delivery man and aspiring filmmaker Mark Borchardt to complete his horror film Coven. Like Lost in La Mancha or Joderowsky’s Dune set in the Midwest\, Borchardt preservers through numerous setbacks\, including economic hardship\, poor planning\, alcoholism\, and the ineptitude of the friends he enlists as his production team. \nHilarious\, eccentric\, and sometimes sad\, American Movie won the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 1999 Sundance Film Festival. Amy Goodman of IndieWire called the film “an inspiration for filmmakers everywhere.” American Movie is a must watch for rural artists trying to break out and for anyone with a creative passion. \nA moderated group discussion will follow this screening so stick around after the show! \n \nThis film is presented in partnership Upper Valley Food Co-op Documentary Club. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/american-movie-with-upper-valley-doc-club/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/American-Movie-With-Doc-Club-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250811T133916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T134104Z UID:10001776-1755885600-1755892800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:"Gone Guys" & JAM Club Alum doc FREE SCREENING! DESCRIPTION:A FREE screening at the Briggs Opera House! In Well Told Films documentary “Gone Guys\,” boys and young men are struggling. This 45-min documentary film set in rural VT features the influential work of Richard Reeves\, educators and mentors working to help them shape better futures. \nJAM Club alum and Hartford Middle Schooler Kai Snyder Hamalainen’s short doc “What Happens When Boys Start a Feelings Group” will precede Gone Guys! \n\nTwo screenings: Thu Aug 21 @6PM (with post screening panel discussion) and Fri Aug 22 @6PM (with post screening filmmaker Q&A) \nDoors open at 5:30PM \nTickets are FREE but seating is limited; RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/gone-guys-jam-club-alum-doc-free-screening/2025-08-22/ LOCATION:Briggs Opera House\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/GoneGuys_Instagram_02_1x1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250901T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250507T151508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T160442Z UID:10001609-1756717200-1758906000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Song for the Sea: An Installation By Natalie Jones DESCRIPTION:Song for the Sea is a video installation exploring the textures and sounds of various bodies of water: lakes\, ponds\, river currents\, waterfalls\, and streams were filmed across Vermont\, and ocean sequences were filmed in Maine. The work connects multiple landscapes\, utilizing digital grain\, layered imagery\, and manipulated audio recordings to depict abstracted but natural environments in a state of continual change.  \nExhibit open 9-5 M-F and during JAM events. Art opening on First Friday\, September 5\, 2025. \nABOUT THE ARTIST\n \nNatalie Jones is an experimental filmmaker and video artist who works with the landscape. She is inspired by patterns of abstraction within the natural world. She combines several practical and digital filmmaking techniques in her experimentation. She was a winner of the 2025 WRIF Emerging Filmmakers Contest and her work has been screened at several film festivals in New England. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/song-for-the-sea-an-installation-by-natalie-jones/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SONG-FOR-THE-SEA.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250507T153254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T160548Z UID:10001612-1757093400-1757098800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Song for the Sea: First Friday Art Opening DESCRIPTION:Drop by on First Friday for an art opening with filmmaker Natalie Jones! \nSong for the Sea is a video installation exploring the textures and sounds of various bodies of water: lakes\, ponds\, river currents\, waterfalls\, and streams were filmed across Vermont\, and ocean sequences were filmed in Maine. The work connects multiple landscapes\, utilizing digital grain\, layered imagery\, and manipulated audio recordings to depict abstracted but natural environments in a state of continual change. \nExhibit open 9-5 M-F and during JAM events. \nABOUT THE ARTIST\n \nNatalie Jones is an experimental filmmaker and video artist who works with the landscape. She is inspired by patterns of abstraction within the natural world. She combines several practical and digital filmmaking techniques in her experimentation. She was a winner of the 2025 WRIF Emerging Filmmakers Contest and her work has been screened at several film festivals in New England. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/song-for-the-sea-art-opening/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SONG-FOR-THE-SEA-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250806T175338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T170921Z UID:10001774-1757102400-1757106000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:WRJOLLYWOOD II: WRJollywood Goes To Space! DESCRIPTION:Sit on the grass in Lyman Point Park and enjoy an outdoor screening of hyperlocal short films by Chico Eastridge\, Quinn Thomashow\, Malik Terrab\, Kealin Rooney\, Noah Mauchly\, Kai Hamalainen\, Jordyn Fitch\, and the JAM High School Film Intensive. FREE! BYO bug spray and blankets. \nRain location: JAM – Junction Arts & Media. RSVP to stay updated on weather! \n\n \n \n WRJOLLYWOOD II RSVP\n \n \n Email\n \n Number of attendees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nThank you to our sponsors\, Green Mountain Economic Development Corporation and the Upper Valley Welcome Wagon! URL:https://uvjam.org/event/wrjollywood-ii/ LOCATION:Lyman Park\, 167 Maple St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WRJOLLYWOOD-II-web-2-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140838 CREATED:20250818T191812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T192025Z UID:10001778-1757847600-1757854800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:What Doth Rumble presents: Make An Animated Video Workshop! DESCRIPTION:Join The Y Lie frontman and general troublemaker Alex Roberts and our friends at Junction Arts & Media for this hands on animation workshop! Material and work spaces will be available to explore and create your own freehand\, rotoscoped (traced film/video)\, stop motion\, and claymation animations. Animation Is For Everyone\, Never Stop Animating!!! This workshop is presented free and open to the public. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/what-doth-rumble-presents-make-an-animated-video-workshop/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WDR-Animated-Video-2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250730T182908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T183518Z UID:10001770-1758218400-1758223800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Lampshade Poets Open Mic DESCRIPTION: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 community access station and YouTube channel if they wish \n\n \n \n Lampshade Poets RSVP\n Please RSVP so we can be prepared with seating. \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Number of Atendees(Required)Please enter a number greater than or equal to 1.Do you want to share an original poem?(Required)\n \n \n Yes and please record it!\n \n \n \n Yes but turn the cameras off!\n \n \n \n Not this time!\n Name of poet sharing workHow did you hear about this event?\n \n \n Lampshade Poets Email List\n \n \n \n JAM Email List\n \n \n \n Newspaper Ad\n \n \n \n Social Media\n \n \n \n Word of Mouth\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\nIn 2012 David Celone couldn’t find a poetry reading group in the Upper Valley area\, so he started his own\, offering readings both at his then Long River Studios Gallery in Lyme\, NH\, and WRJ\, where Lampscapes owner Ken Blaisdell opened his store to the event. Two of the original poets\, Janet Watton and Pam Ahlen\, will resume the readings at JAM. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/lampshade-poets-open-mic-7/2025-09-18/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Lampshades-homepage-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250828T205408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T205742Z UID:10001780-1758823200-1758828600@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Story JAM: Bi-Monthly Storytelling Circle DESCRIPTION:In a society increasingly divided and isolated\, storytelling can bring us together. Story Jam is a bi-monthly story circle where community members can meet to get to know each other through personal stories. All members of the Upper Valley community are invited to join the circle and share an unrehearsed 5-minute true story from their own life. No competition\, no judgment\, no lecturing\, no ranting… Just share a story about something that happened to you and listen to other people’s stories. Whether you are a new or seasoned storyteller; whether you are shy or extroverted – all are welcome! The moderators will keep track of time to make sure everyone has a chance to speak. \nFor more info\, reach us at storyjam@uvjam.org URL:https://uvjam.org/event/story-jam-bi-monthly-storytelling-circle-9/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Story_Jam-copy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250916T201213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T202249Z UID:10001782-1758970800-1758970800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:HOP STOP: Pixar Shorts & Animation Creation DESCRIPTION:11:00 am: Workshop in the Nearburg Gallery and Art Forum\n11:30 am: Film screening in Loew Auditorium\nCraft a moving image and explore the magic of cinematic storytelling! \n\nJoin us for an interactive workshop at the Hopkins Center for the Arts\, led by Junction Arts & Media Staff. Participants will create a phenakistiscope\, one of the earliest forms of media animation. Spinning the disc creates the illusion of movement through a series of images\, letting you bring your drawings to life with a simple twist of the wrist. This activity blends creativity with science to turn your sketch into a story! \nNext\, enjoy a selection of Pixar short films\, known for their heartwarming stories\, imaginative worlds and unforgettable characters. These shorts continue to inspire audiences and storytellers around the world. \nSign up HERE. \nThis workshop is best suited for youth ages 5 and up\, but younger children can participate with adult assistance. \n \nWith thanks to HopStop’s Season Sponsor – Community Programming: The Jack & Dorothy Byrne Foundation. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/hop-stop-pixar-shorts-animation-creation/ LOCATION:Black Family Visual Arts Center\, 22 Lebanon St\, Hanover\, NH\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/hopstop-pixar-animation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250916T203651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T212452Z UID:10001783-1759305600-1761757200@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Animation Loops 2025 DESCRIPTION:On display through October during JAM’s open hours. In animation\, a loop is a continuous sequence of frames that repeats endlessly. Animators use loops because they are an efficient way to create seamless motion. These animations by local artists are an eclectic mix of bits\, bobs\, cycles\, and loops that we thought deserved to be watched over and over! \nFeaturing animations by\nDelfi Strazzolini \nSierra Carson \nJames Underwood \nMargaret Bone \nMiranda Matthews \nEllie Liota \nSierra Edwards \nMatthew DeFelice \nRene Gerrior \nAlex Roberts \nIngrid Roberts \nDave \nAnnabelle Cone \nParker Gollub \nNoah Mauchly \nRachel Bernsen \nJenna Jurgelewicz \n  \n  URL:https://uvjam.org/event/animation-loops/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Community-Animation-Loops-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250812T165052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T061817Z UID:10001777-1759507200-1759521600@uvjam.org SUMMARY:TWIST: TWIn STate Comics & Zine Fair 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Upper Valley’s only comic and zine convention is back for it’s fourth year! On First Friday\, browse hundreds of handmade and small press zines\, comics\, chapbooks\, prints\, stickers\, and more by local artists and Center For Cartoon Studies students and alums. \nThank you to our sponsors!\n \nWant to sponsor TWIST?\nWe want your money! Unlike many art markets\, TWIST charges no tabling fee\, allowing our artists to keep 100% of their profits. However\, TWIST is certainly not free to run. We need your support to keep TWIST accessible. Email cedar@uvjam.org \nInterested in tabling at TWIST?\nGet on our waitlist \nTWIST is transparently decided on a first come first serve basis. We have filled all available tabling spots for 2025\, however interested artists are still encouraged to join our waitlist. All waitlisted applicants will also receive an email when we launch next year’s application. \nTWIST is organized by and for artists\, cartoonists\, and zinesters. Applications featuring use of generative AI will not be considered. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/twist-2025/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/twist-NO-TEXT-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20251016T163420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T194552Z UID:10001789-1761156000-1761161400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Story JAM on-location at Literary Arts Bridge\, Dartmouth DESCRIPTION:In a society increasingly divided and isolated\, storytelling can bring us together. Story Jam is a bi-monthly story circle where community members can meet to get to know each other through personal stories. All members of the Upper Valley community are invited to join the circle and share an unrehearsed 5-minute true story from their own life. No competition\, no judgment\, no lecturing\, no ranting… Just share a story about something that happened to you and listen to other people’s stories. Whether you are a new or seasoned storyteller; whether you are shy or extroverted – all are welcome! The moderators will keep track of time to make sure everyone has a chance to speak. \nON-LOCATION this month at The Literary Arts Bridge\, Dartmouth College \n7 Lebanon Street\, Suite 105\, Hanover\, NH 03755 \nTHEME: BEING BRAVE \nFor more info\, reach us at storyjam@uvjam.org URL:https://uvjam.org/event/story-jam-on-location-at-dartmouth-literary-bridge/ LOCATION:The Bridge\, 7A Lebanon St\, Hanover\, NH\, 03755\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Story_Jam.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20251015T180923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T194827Z UID:10001787-1761418800-1761508800@uvjam.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED! 24-Hour Play Festival 2025 DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, the 2025 24-Hour Play Festival has been postponed.  Stay tuned for re-scheduling! URL:https://uvjam.org/event/24-hour-play-festival-2025/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/High-Res-Logo-in-circle_1721922419.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250827T210705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T185307Z UID:10001779-1762020000-1762025400@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Halloween-o-thon 2025: Till Death Do Us Part DESCRIPTION:Catch the screening and awards of JAM’s 2025 Halloween-o-thon short film contest before the Gorey Daze parade and Corn Ball! This year’s theme is “Till Death Do us Part.” Costumes are strongly encouraged! \nTo register and compete for ca$h prizes\, visit our CREATE page. URL:https://uvjam.org/event/halloween-o-thon-2025-till-death-do-us-part/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HOT_2025-Recovered-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T140839 CREATED:20250804T165622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174500Z UID:10001772-1762160400-1764522000@uvjam.org SUMMARY:Bambi in Blue\, re-story of body: Exhibit by Casey Carney DESCRIPTION:“Bambi in Blue\, re-story of body” shares a range of creative work including drawings\, video\, poetry and dance by local artist Casey Carney. The healing power of somatic expressive arts as an anchor to an integrated and shared healing process is a central theme of this multi-media exploration. \nExhibit open 9-5 M-F and during JAM events.  A somatic workshop taught by the artist in partnership with Open Door Integrative Wellness will accompany this exhibit on Saturday November 8\, 1-3:30pm. \nABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR\nCasey Carney (they/them) is an artist and educator who is engaged in poetry\, photography\, videography\, drawing and dance. They have a passion for somatic expressive arts\, and believe that the body holds an intrinsic power of healing through integrating movement awareness\, life themes and artistic forms. Casey holds a M.A. in Dance Education\, and a Level 1 Certification from Tamalpa Institute\, founded by Anna Halprin and Daria Halprin\, leading pioneers in the field of movement/dance education and therapy. Casey was the 2014-2016 Poet Laureate of Lake County\, California\, where they led numerous community workshops and events URL:https://uvjam.org/event/bambi-in-blue-re-story-of-body-exhibit-by-casey-carney/ LOCATION:JAM – Junction Arts & Media\, 5 S Main St\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://uvjam.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/BambiInBlueCCarney-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR