Hi Nathan,

I am part of the NY Folklore Society only as a dues paying member, and also as a particpant in this "conference". I would encourage you to become a member as there are many benefits, not the least of which is their very informative journal, which is a magazine that comes out a few times a year with very well-written articles about all kinds of folk music and folklore of NYS.

As Dave said, please be sure to introduce yourself to us at the event this weekend. We will be there all weekend, including all day Saturday, and we will be involved in many of the workshops planned that day.

Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday!
Rich Bala