Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society

02/07/2025

Looking ahead to next week, remember to set this one in your calendar. Two amazing musicians, Youngtree & Carol Bee, grace the stage at The Ship for our weekly Folk Night! See you there.

02/05/2025

Tonight's the night for Kirk Wells at Folk Night at The Ship! 9pm sharp. Come join the fun and let's live our traditions!

02/04/2025

Knitters, you've got a special treat tonight. The amazing Mick Davis is on tap to entertain you at Sláinte for our monthly Songs & Yarns night. Bring your projects, needles, and humming lips for a night of song and crafting. 6:30 pm!

02/01/2025

A new month, means a new slate of spectacular guests for Folk Night at The Ship. Join us each Wednesday evening in the month of love and frozen nights. 9pm sharp (yes, it actually starts right at 9pm!) See you there!

01/31/2025

Next Wednesday, Feb 5 come for an evening at The Ship, when Folk Night presents Kirk Wells. Warm up your ears and tapping toes.

01/30/2025

Bet you didn't see this one coming. Mick Davis is on tap to entertain the crafty patrons of our monthly Songs & Yarns night at Sláinte this coming Tuesday, February 4, at 6:30pm. Might be advisable to get there early for a seat, frankly.

01/29/2025

Tonight! Grab your instrument of choice and join us tonight for Folk Night at The Ship and the first Tune Session of 2025. Featuring our talented host, Isaac Andrews-Power! Fingers fly at 9pm sharp!

01/29/2025

REDACTION: A previous iteration of the linked statement indicated that ArtsNL shifted their funding schedule from January to spring.
***This is not true.***
This was a misunderstanding of our funding calendar and we deeply regret this mistake. We want to be transparent and honest as we navigate this situation, and we will practice greater diligence with sharing information.

On Jan 17, 2025, the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society announced immediate cost-cutting measures to secure the financial stability of the organization. So what the folk is going on?

Learn more in our latest News post: nlfolk.com/what-the-folk-is-going-on/

01/28/2025

On Jan 17, 2025, the Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society announced immediate cost-cutting measures to secure the financial stability of the organization. So what the folk is going on?

Learn more in our latest News post: nlfolk.com/what-the-folk-is-going-on/

01/27/2025

February is almost here, so let's peek ahead at what's coming. Look at that raft of amazing folk artists! Share with friends and mark your calendars, people!

01/25/2025

📣 URGENT: We Need Your Help!

The Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Arts Society is at a crossroads. A financial crisis is threatening our ability to continue preserving and celebrating our province’s incredible folk arts and traditions.

Your donation today can:

Keep our programs running
Support local artists
Ensure our festivals and events live on

Join us in safeguarding Newfoundland’s rich culture. Every little bit helps.

Click here to donate: nlfolk.com/donate/

🙏 Thank you for standing with us. Together, we can weather this storm.

01/24/2025

Get those fingers tuned up for the first Folk Night at The Ship Tune Session of 2025, led by host Isaac Andrews-Power. Next Wednesday, at 9pm sharp!

01/22/2025

Tonight is the night to catch the incomparable Jenina MacGillivray at Folk Night at The Ship! Show starts at 9pm sharp, hosted by Daunt Lee.

01/20/2025

Can you believe it's been FIVE YEARS since Snowmageddon? What sorts of folk practices did you engage in on that day to help yourself get through? Playing or listening to songs? Which ones? Crafting or knitting? What did you make? Kitchen party in the streets to help your neighbours? Tell us the story!

01/17/2025

Important news to share from our Executive Director and Board President. We thank you all for your continued support and understanding at this time.

https://nlfolk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Letter-to-Our-Community-January-17-2025.pdf

01/17/2025

Looking ahead to next week, we have Jenina MacGillivray flying solo for Folk Night at The Ship. A perfect mid-week refreshment for your ears and soul. See you there!