There’ll be lots of planned and spontaneous jamming and singing of socially relevant songs when the People’s Music Network for Songs of Freedom and Struggle (PMS/SFS) holds its annual summer gathering, June 1-3, at Epworth Camp and Retreat Center in High Falls, New York. 

Also on the weekend’s agenda are topical song swaps, a variety of workshops and political discussions, and plenty of opportunities to just mix and mingle and enjoy the camp’s 160 acres of woods and meadows along the Rondout Creek, nestled between the Catskill and Shawangunk mountains.  While tenting is encouraged, rustic dormitory-style cabin space also is available. 

Comprised of performers, songwriters, sound & recording engineers, record & concert producers, promoters, archivists and music lovers of various social, racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds from across the U.S. and Canada, PMS/SFS uses music and culture to promote progressive ideas and values.  The network is committed to working with and supporting grassroots and community organizations, and to exploring and presenting culturally diverse music.

For more information on the People’s Music Network and its summer gathering, including registration fees, visit www.peoplesmusic.org or call 845-626-4507.