Listening to People: Folklore on the Radio
Date: Sep 12
7:00 pm
- 8:30 pm
Where: Theatre
The Memorial University Folklore and Language Archive (MUNFLA) presents a public roundtable about folklore and archival research in radio and podcast productions. Featuring graduates of Memorial University's Folklore Department.
Panelists:
Annie McEwen, WNYC Studios/Radiolab, and Rebecca Nolan, a sound designer and producer and director of Windswept Radio.
This is a free event but a ticket is required. Reserve your free ticket online or by calling (709) 757-8090.
This event is sponsored by MUNFLA through Memorial University's 100th Anniversary Fund.
Photo credit: Terra Barrett
Events & Programs
Join Collections Manager Lori Temple for an exclusive members-only tour of the archaeology vault. View fascinating artifacts unearthed by chance encounters—items found by everyday people that have become vital pieces of our province’s history.
Lori will guide you through the stories behind these finds, explain their significance, and share the methods used to preserve them for future generations. Learn how these artifacts make their way into the collection and how you can play a role in protecting Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich cultural heritage.
Cost: $20 plus HST. Registration will open at 10:30 am on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Secure your spot by calling (709) 757-8090.
Join Collections Manager Lori Temple for an exclusive members-only tour of the archaeology vault. View fascinating artifacts unearthed by chance encounters—items found by everyday people that have become vital pieces of our province’s history.
Lori will guide you through the stories behind these finds, explain their significance, and share the methods used to preserve them for future generations. Learn how these artifacts make their way into the collection and how you can play a role in protecting Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich cultural heritage.
Cost: $20 plus HST. Registration will open at 10:30 am on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Secure your spot by calling (709) 757-8090.
Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!
Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.
What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.
This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.
Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.
Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!
Peoples of Newfoundland and Labrador
Stroll across land and sea, and through time, to meet the peoples who have made Newfoundland and Labrador home for the past 9,000 years.
Each tour is approximately 30 – 40 minutes and is included in the cost of admission. Free for Rooms members.
Unleash Your Inner Artist at The Rooms!
Come draw at The Rooms and practice your skills with focused exercises.
What to Expect:
Our experienced instructor will guide you through fundamental drawing techniques. Each session focuses on a different theme, from drawing the harbour view to capturing the details of our natural history collection.
This is a creative and supportive environment; all skill levels and experience are welcome! Designed for ages 15 and up.
Quality drawing supplies are available, or feel free to bring your own sketchbook.
Cost: $20 plus HST. 10% discount for Rooms members. Drop-ins welcome!