The FSGW has just started a new twist on its house concerts. A couple of Life Members who have restored a marvelous 18th century Georgian estate house are hosting concerts in their grand entryway/stairwell, with a potluck dinner before the concert. Folks who didn't want to cook could show up just for the concert. The first one with Bill and Libby Hicks was a bit disorganized with respect to starting and ending the sets, but it was a wonderfully pleasant evening of fellowship, food and good music.

Another house concert organizer in the DC area holds her events by reservation only; she advertises the schedule and asks folks to call to reserve a spot. This not only controls the crowd, but also lets you know in advance how many people are actually interested.