You love live music, right? Well, it turns out that it's not just fun, engaging, and transporting. A new study by O2 and Patrick Fagan, expert in behavioral science and Associate Lecturer at Goldsmith’s University, reveals that attending live music performances - specifically live, not just listening alone at home - confers substantial health benefits on attendees: Longer lifespan Increased sense of wellbeing - more effective than yoga and dog walking! Read more about the st

The Takoma Park Folk Festival is a community celebration, and we depend on the FOLKS of the community to make it happen! We now have performer, craft vendor, and community table applications online. Volunteers are still needed as well, both for planning and day-of (though we know it's a little early to be thinking about the festival day; but it'll come faster than we think!). We look forward to having you join us!