Kibbitzing with Kagan Cheryl Kagan

After many years of preparation and experience, Max Uy recently took on the role of the Sheriff of Montgomery County (Maryland). His office works in law enforcement and has several divisions that work on issues like domestic violence and evictions. An Army veteran and the first Asian-American to hold the job, he is engaged in the community and committed to working with the State's Attorney, the Courts, and other partners. Learn more about the Family Justice Center and other aspects of this oldest law enforcement entity in Montgomery County!

Michelle DiFebo Freeman is among the most extraordinary women I've ever known. A business leader, a survivor, a philanthropist, and a role model for so many...

You'll want to watch to learn about how she has faced so many enormous challenges and continues to thrive and make a difference!

Alcohol legislation is part of the jurisdiction of Education, Health, & Environmental Affairs Committee. Supporting local beer, wine, and spirits is important for jobs, tax revenue, prestige, and our agricultural sector! Kevin Atticks is a key advocate in the General Assembly and helps us learn about the impact of bills in our committee as this sector grows in virtually every one of Maryland's 24 counties. Kevin and I "kibbitzed" about everything from #DUI, #Cannabis, #DrinkLocal, #Guinness, #figs, and much more!

Host & Founder of Folk Music Notebook, Ron Olesko has been literally and figuratively amplifying folk music for decades! His warmth and passion for our world of talented singer/songwriters helps to support the performers while bringing joy to his listeners. He's also closely connected to the Hurdy Gurdy, a respected venue for live music in New Jersey! Learn more here and check it out at www.FolkMusicNotebook.com.

As we approach #Thanksgiving, one of the many parts of my life that I'm most grateful for is MUSIC. My involvement in the singer/songwriter community goes back more than 30 years now. The talent, warmth, and commitment to inclusion and community is remarkable. Some of the people I love and trust more than any other have been those friends I've made through the folk world.

Ethan Scott Baird is the Executive Director of NERFA-- the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance. From supporting to presenting to tutoring and connecting performers, venues, agents, and DJs, the annual gathering is my "happy place."

You can learn more about this community and hear how the musicians and organizations made it through the #COVID pandemic in this week's episode of "Kibbitzing with Kagan."

PS: If you're curious to learn more, consider joining my "Folk 'N Great Music" Facebook group and maybe attending a live or online concert featuring some of the alums from my concert series.

The youngest Councilmember ever elected, Andrew Friedson has already proven his effectiveness on the Montgomery County (Maryland) Council. Most recently, he sponsored and was able to pass (unanimously!) a resolution condemning antisemitism. With a focus on affordable housing, economic development, higher education, and much more, he'll be busy in his second four-year term!