This should be of interest not only to folk music enthusiasts and fans, but also teachers, librarians, folklorists, canal lovers, as well as historians and history lovers.

A "Music of the Erie Canal Celebration", co-sponsored by the Erie Canal Museum and the NY Folklore Society, will take place at the museum in Syracuse, NY this coming Friday and Saturday, Nov. 2 & 3. There will be concerts, workshops, discussions, and a special AIE Professional Development Session during the day on Friday.

Folksingers, folklorists, and other authorities from throughout NY State and beyond will be participating, including George Ward, William Hullfish (and his Golden Eagle String Band), Jim Kimball, Dave Ruch, Chris Holder, Aaron Walker, Ted McGraw, Nils Caspersson, and myself, among others. All daytime activities are free and open to the public. For more info and details, visit www.nyfolklore.org.