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Get the inside scoop on WRIF (the White River Indie Festival) at this Osher course by JAM’s Executive Director Samantha Davidson Green! White River Indie Films (WRIF) was started in 2004 by a group of Upper Valley filmmakers and film lovers who believed in the power of good storytelling to bring people together and catalyze social change. Hosting an annual film festival of new global and local cinema curated by volunteers, WRIF grew to include year-round screening events, mixed media public art, and opportunities for emerging filmmakers.
In 2022, WRIF became a program of JAM – Junction Arts & Media. This Osher course offers participants the opportunity to discover the inner workings of WRIF, including how and why films are selected, WRIF’s place in the larger history of film and filmmaking in the Upper Valley, and the state of film festivals in the evolving media landscape. Guest speakers will include WRIF founders, volunteers, emerging filmmakers, and current staff.
Scheduled for the lead-up to WRIF 2026 (March 1-8, 2026), this course will continue during the festival with opportunities for post-screening discussions. A discount code for festival passes will be offered to course participants.
This course will combine lecture with class discussions.
NOTE: The final date of this course will be determined based on the Festival schedule, but it will take place during the Festival.
Register for this course here!
Location: One Court Street Lebanon, NH 03766 United States
Room: Room 3A – 3rd Flr – Suite 380
Date: 2/4/2026 – 3/8/2026
Time: 9:30 – 11:30 AM EST on Wednesdays
Tuition $70.00
