Greetngs:

Here are a few updates on the Eisteddfod New York, being held at Polytechnic University in Brooklyn, NY, from August 8 to 10, 2003.

• First of all, we are sorry to report that Ladino musician Joe Elias will likely not be appearing, and that Appalachian singer and banjoist Hedy West's participation is still tentative. In any large festival, a few personnel changes are bound to happen. And while we regret disappointing people, will try to keep the public informed as soon as we can, rather than making last-minute announcements at the Eisteddfod-NY itself.

• It is nearly certain that the festival will not be sold-out. All-festival, single-day (Saturday or Sunday), and concert-only (Friday night or Sunday afternoon) tickets will most likely be available at the door. However, we still strongly encourage preregistration as only way you can be assured of getting in.

• Today, July 15, is the deadline for making reservations to stay in on-campus dormitory housing. Tomorrow is too late. To book your room, call the Polytechnic University Office of Residential today at (718) 260-3729.

--- Steve