Join the Connecticut Hope Collective at Friday Night Folk for an uplifting evening of live music in support of FRESH New London and its food justice work in our community. Come for the music. Stay for the connection.
Featuring an all-star roster of local musicians, the Collective includes: The Bargain (Frank Critelli, Muddy Rivers, and Shandy Lawson); Chanda Rivers of Still Rivers; Brian Larney; Denise Jones and Thomas Sekscenski of Inner Groove; Lys Guillorn; Chris Bousquet of American Elm; Erik Rabasca; bassist Bobo Lavorgna; and drummer Jim Stavris. Together, they bring their music to local venues and festivals and have toured throughout the Northeast and beyond.
The Connecticut Hope Collective is united by a powerful belief: music can bring people together and make a real difference in the lives of neighbors in need.
The Collective began in the summer of 2024 when songwriters Frank Critelli and Erik Rabasca co-wrote “Just Get To It,” envisioning a collaborative, community-driven anthem in the spirit of “We Are the World.” From that spark grew a musical community fueled by creativity, compassion, and a shared commitment to service.
When these musicians take the stage together, the result is a spirited, one-of-a-kind experience—part roaming variety show, part Grand Ole Opry, and all heart.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, community, and giving back!
7:30 p.m. Unity Hall at All Souls UU
19 Jay Street, New London CT 06320
Tickets $20 on Humanitix or call All Souls 860-443-0316 to be put on the advance reservationlist; $25 at the door
A livestream on the night of the concert on Youtube.com/@AllSoulsNewLondon. Donate via Venmo @fridaynightfolk-remote!
Coming next to Friday Night Folk:
December 11 The Rivergods
January 8 Geoff Kaufman
February 12 Sounds of Justice: from Seeger and Odetta to today! – a benefit concert
March 12 Connecticut Troubadours: Kala Farnham, Lara Herscovitch, Charlie Widmer
April 9 Windborne Singers
May 7 Joe Jencks
