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Firefly 2025 Ticket Lottery Registration NOW OPEN!
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 19 May '25

19 May '25

Welcome Back Fireflies! The official start of the Firefly 2025 season has arrived! You can now register for a ticket at https://volunteer.fireflyartscollective.org! Registration for the Ticket Lottery will be open until May 26th, and Lottery results sent out on the 28th. If you register after the 26th, you’ll be added to the waitlist in the order you signed up. More information and instructions are on our Tickets for Firefly <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/getting-ready/tickets/> page and you can direct any questions to the Ticket Core volunteers at tickets(a)fireflyartscollective.org. Once you register, you’ll be able to see all the different types of volunteer shifts you can sign up for. Are you interested in volunteering but aren’t sure where to start? Grab yourself a copy of the wonderful Volunteer Role Finder <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/1/d/1UD4nSSNYi5M5mWEmvrBbktZ4aC5hqma…>! Just follow that link and “Make A Copy” to start exploring! We’re all excited to get back home to Vermont – look for announcements of Work Weekend signups coming soon! See you all in the woods in a bit over a month, if not sooner! Firefly Ticket Core

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Firefly 2025 Ticket Registration and Important Policy Changes
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 16 May '25

16 May '25

Dear Fireflies, The official start of the Firefly 2025 season has arrived! Starting on Monday, May 19th you will be able to register for a ticket at [ https://tickets.fireflyartscollective.org/ | https://tickets.fireflyartscollective.org ] ! Registration for the Ticket Lottery will be open until May 26th and Lottery results sent out on the 28th. If you register after the 26th you’ll be added to the waitlist in the order you signed up. More detailed information will be shared on the 19th. Prior to opening ticket registration we would like to share changes that may affect participant privacy and ticketing eligibility for 2025. The property at 419 Christian Hill Rd, at which a portion of the event takes place, changed ownership unexpectedly on May 1, 2025. The new owners of the property required additional terms in our land use agreement; after negotiation, we agreed upon an addendum to the use agreement as described below. The new terms involve sharing the list of all participant names and possible known criminal background with the landowner, and involvement of the landowner in certain participant ban or removal scenarios. We [ https://forms.gle/D5ZbrsGAiQqcuCWz8 | welcome your feedback ] on these changes, will share aggregate responses, and take these opinions into consideration for future years, however these terms are in effect for the Firefly 2025 event for which ticketing will begin shortly. Sincerely, The Firefly Arts Collective Board of Directors Appendix B: Participant Access and Review Addendum On Landowner and Firefly expectations for the handling of participants who pose clear and immediate danger for the safety of other participants, the event or the Location: 1. Landowner will defer to Firefly rules and procedures with respect to use of the land, attendance by Firefly participants, and conflict resolution during the Use Period. 1. Firefly will provide a mutually agreed representative of Landowner with access to an electronic list of ticketed and waitlisted participants’ preferred and legal names by no later than June 1 (six weeks before the event) upon agreeing to the same terms required of Firefly leadership (see Appendix C: Landowner MOU), including that participant information will not be shared with any third party. Landowner will make every effort to raise concerns about potential participants to Firefly for review by no later than June 15 (two weeks before the event). 1. Firefly will review the eligibility of participants to attend against participation standards detailed in Firefly’s Code of Conduct. When information is made known to the Firefly Board about a ticketed or waitlisted potential participant’s recent criminal history of burglary, destruction of property, or physical violence including assault & battery or sexual assault, or status as a registered sex offender, the Firefly Board, if the start of the event is less than two weeks away or following a regular Board meeting which does not revoke the participant's ticket, will notify Firefly Operations Cluster Leads of this information in a timely manner. Operations Cluster Leads, at their discretion on if this is warranted, will discuss such information with Landowner. If needed, further escalation is performed as described in Section D. Information known only to the Conduct Committee will be private to the Conduct Committee and is explicitly exempt from this clause unless disclosed to the Board. 1. In the event that a credible primary source reports a violation of the event’s Code of Conduct by a ticketed or waitlisted participant and the report involves recent (within the past three years) and recognizable pattern of burglary, assault or sexual assault and is made within two weeks or less before the event, Firefly Board, Landowner, and a third member of the Firefly organization acceptable to both parties (e.g. OOD, Operations Cluster Lead, etc.) will discuss whether the participant represents a clear and imminent physical danger to others or to the event and together come to a decision about whether to warn or temporarily ban the participant. Follow up or full investigation will be done through the established Firefly review process after the event. Participants who are banned have the right to appeal if a decision to ban is made. 1. When an incident is reported by a credible primary source in which a participant’s behavior violates the event Code of Conduct during the event, if Firefly does not choose to remove the participant, Firefly Board on Call, Officer of the Day, and Landowner will discuss whether the participant represents a clear and imminent danger to other participants or to the event and together come to a decision about whether to remove the participant. Firefly will conduct a follow up or investigation after the event and before a warning, temporary ban or indefinite ban is issued to any participant. 1. The Landowner reserves all pre-existing legal rights to remove participants or other Firefly affiliates from the Location who pose an active and imminent risk to the safety and physical integrity of the Location. Appendix C: Landowner Memorandum of Understanding I, _______________________________________, understand that as a prospective, current or former Landowner of Firefly Arts Collective, Inc., I have a responsibility to help the organization fulfill its mission. I believe in the purpose and the mission of the organization, and I agree to act responsibly and prudently as its steward. I agree: 1. To serve as an ambassador for the organization’s work and values to the community, represent the organization in a positive manner, and act as a spokesperson only when such authority has been delegated to me by the Board, 2. When acting as a Landowner, to behave in an ethical manner and comply with all applicable laws, 3. To actively identify any conflicts of interest between my other endeavors and the organization, including but not limited to financial conflicts of interest, and make the Board aware of those conflicts of interest, 4. Familiarize myself with the Firefly bylaws and other rules & procedures posted to the Firefly website, 5. I may become aware of sensitive information over the course of my duties, and I will use good judgment in understanding what information is sensitive and what information I should keep confidential to myself and Firefly. I agree to adhere to this even after ceasing to be a Landowner, and I also understand that this will apply to any sensitive information I receive in my capacity as a prospective or former Landowner.

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New members of the Firefly Board of Directors for 2025
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 15 May '25

15 May '25

Dear Fireflies, Thank you for your comments and feedback over the past several months! We're pleased to announce the addition of three new members to the Firefly Board of Directors: * Max Alexander * Omar Hamilton * Jack Reid Max, Omar, and Jack join our eight current active directors: * Tristan Brown * Jon Evans * Jered Floyd * Iva Gishin * Carly Nix * Peter Salomone * Ollie Shonaldmann * Dan Snyder You can learn more about all board members at [ https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/firefly-arts-collective/board-of-dire… | https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/firefly-arts-collective/board-of-dire… ] We welcome feedback on the Board at any time to [ mailto:board@fireflyartscollective.org | board(a)fireflyartscollective.org ] . If you wish to send feedback anonymously, feel free to use [ https://forms.gle/D5ZbrsGAiQqcuCWz8 | this Google Form ] , or relay it through any board or community member that you trust. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you in the woods in 2025! Sincerely, The Firefly Arts Collective Board of Directors

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2025 Art/Theme Camp Placement Application is LIVE
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 12 May '25

12 May '25

Calling all artists and theme camp leads: the Placement Application <https://forms.gle/1q3Kc4LaB6ZJoTHF9> is here! The Application is due by Sunday, June 8th in advance of Placement Day on Sunday, June 15th at 11am. All theme camps/art (whether new or returning) will be doing placement at the same time. Please submit the form early, especially if you're planning on seeking advice from Placement Core on where you may want to look for a spot that fits your needs. We're excited to work with you to make this run as smoothly and efficiently as we can! *Optionally*: Follow these links to have your theme camp listed on the website <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/what-is-firefly/theme-camps/theme-cam…>, and put any events in the What/Where/When <https://firefly-2025.dust.events/> guide! Contact Placement Core at placement(a)fireflyartscollective.org if you have questions.

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The Col for Smol: Grant Submissions Are Now Open for Smol Grants!
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 06 May '25

06 May '25

Over the years, the Firefly Arts Collective has been proud to provide grant support to Firefly artists to enable them to express and fulfill their varied creative visions. These grants are intended to support and promote radically-expressive, community-based, interactive and/or collaborative projects that help define and shape the creative core of the event. Art is a central part of Firefly, and the event wouldn't be the same without the wonderful pieces that have been brought to Vermont over the years. Bringing art is a great way to add a piece of yourself to the event and contribute/participate in a meaningful way. We are now accepting applications for our final grant category, Smol Grants! These grants are available between $40 and $149, and are meant to help cover expenses associated with projects of a small (or “smol”) size or scope. We love smol projects! Small projects fill the woods with art and give an opportunity to people who don’t have the time or resources to commit to something bigger. They are particularly designed to encourage creation by new participants and participants who haven’t brought art to Firefly before, but everyone is welcome to apply! These grants are evaluated on a rolling basis, from now until June 13th, but please note that our budget is not unlimited, and if we run out of money, we will have to close submissions. Submit your application early! For more information, see the Smol Grants <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/art-at-firefly/art-grants/smol-grants/> page on the website. How to submit? Smol grants, being smol, have a smol application process as well! Follow this link: Apply for a Smol Grant <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwV2kESAsQnYhr7sVQlVbtuy12PyVBCHi…> What to know more about Firefly Art Grants in general? See our Art Grants <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/participate/art-at-firefly/art-grants/> page on the Firefly website. Other questions? Email us: grants(a)fireflyartscollective.org <3 Firefly Art Grant Core

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Start your Firefly in May: Learn, Teach & Connect on Sat May 17th (RSVP Now!)
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 27 Apr '25

27 Apr '25

Hi Fireflies! Fun • Teach • Learn • Social • Community • Skills • Come gather with us! All of this and more on Sat May 17th RSVP (Yes, now please) <https://forms.gle/a4pEoDuKZvGjHbez6> We are reviving the amazing Firefly community event: “Safety Third!” where you can learn & teach skills, socialize with Fireflies, and connect with groups & cores, and learn about topics like: Accessibility at Firefly: Discussion Group The Art of Holding Space: Supporting Others Through Tough Times Camping Knots! Fire Art Construction Fire Performer Safety First Aid & Medical: Discussion Group How to Not Lose Your Shit In a Crisis Pharma 101 Radios: How to Use an Event Radio Ranger Skills for Non-Rangers Ranger Training, Khaki Sexual Assault Survivor Skills & Safety Socialize with Fireflies! Tips & Tricks to Being an Effective Core Lead INSERT TOPIC HERE (tell us what else you want to teach or learn at Safety Third!) Safety Third! is for everyone. (Like you!) It’s more than just safety stuff—it’s a broad community event with historical origins rooted in safety. It’s built, taught, learned, shared, and whatnot by & for you! We have a great group of speakers, trainers, presenters, workshops, facilitators lined up—and we still have room for moar. What do you want to teach or to learn? Register to attend below… Teach, learn, or attend Safety Third! this Sat May 17th in Boston. Details provided when you register. Requests for community lodging and rideshares too! RSVP (Yes, now please) <https://forms.gle/a4pEoDuKZvGjHbez6> Sincerely, Your Safety Third! Firefly organizing team: Pyronica, Aster, and Quandary safetythird(a)fireflyartscollective.org

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Community Feedback on Candidates for the Firefly Board of Directors (April 2025)
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 27 Apr '25

27 Apr '25

(tl;dr: Please provide your feedback, particularly on candidates, via [ https://forms.gle/Cv6gDo5RyfRDYSwq9 | https://forms.gle/Cv6gDo5RyfRDYSwq9 ] by Sunday, May 11th!) Dear Fireflies, Earlier this winter we sent out our periodic open call for interest in joining the Board of Directors of Firefly Arts Collective. We received a number of enthusiastic responses, asked for and received thoughtful feedback from the Firefly Planning team, and invited several participants to meet with the current board and participate in 2025 event organization to better understand how we operate. We would now like to solicit community feedback on the current round of candidates under consideration for joining the Firefly Board. (We also always welcome feedback on current board members, to help keep us accountable to our community.) For the participants listed below, please consider the following thoughts as you write us: 1. Do you feel that the candidate or board member is well-suited for participating on the Board of Directors, based on your experience and board duties as described in our bylaws ( [ http://fireflyartscollective.org/about-fac/firefly-bylaws/ | http://fireflyartscollective.org/about-fac/firefly-bylaws/ ] )? 2. What are some qualities in the candidate or board member that would assure success as a member of the Firefly Board? 3. If you have worked with the candidate or board member on a project before, what was that experience like? 4. Is there anything else you would like to share about the candidate or board member? Note that this is NOT an exclusive or ranked choice vote -- any number of (and potentially all) candidates may be invited to join the Board once the review process concludes. When considering your feedback, keep in mind that beyond the yearly camping festival, we are hoping to expand the year-round activities of Firefly Arts Collective and build long-term plans to further our community values. We seek members who are excited not just in helping coordinate our festival, but who also have the time and energy to expand and strengthen our regional community. Candidates for April 2025: * Max Alexander * Omar Hamilton (Loverboy) * Jack Reid (Lagrange) Active Board Members: * Tristan Brown * Jon Evans * Jered Floyd * Iva Gishin * Carly Nix * Peter Salomone * Ollie Shonaldmann * * Dan Snyder Please provide your feedback, particularly on candidates, via [ https://forms.gle/Cv6gDo5RyfRDYSwq9 | https://forms.gle/Cv6gDo5RyfRDYSwq9 ] by Sunday, May 11th . You may also send comments to [ mailto:board@fireflyartscollective.org | board(a)fireflyartscollective.org ] if you do not want to use the Google form. (If you wish to send feedback anonymously, feel free to relay it through any board or community member that you trust.) We welcome feedback on the Board at any time. Thank you for your participation, and we look forward to seeing you in the woods again soon! Sincerely, The Firefly Arts Collective Board of Directors

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Firefly Meet & Greet Events - May 3-4
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 11 Apr '25

11 Apr '25

Greetings Fireflies, Happy Spring and Firefly 2025 planning season! We’re excited to announce that Firefly will have event space at Somerville Open Studios (SOS) this year on May 3rd & 4th, at the SomerNova Dojo, 12PM-6PM. There will be Firefly art & music & snacks! Firefly Somerville Open Studios (SOS) Saturday + Sunday, May 3-4, 2025, from 12-6 pm Location: SomerNova Dojo, 15 Properzi Way, Somerville, MA 02143 *!! CALL FOR PARTICIPATION !!* If you’d like to bring art or music to Firefly SOS this year, or help make the event happen, please let us know in this form. <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVn6i1IAd1_n1VC5M9HDK57m-hDWjBbL2…> During Firefly SOS we will have a couple Firefly-related breakout events. Saturday 5/3 3-6pm will be focused on meeting the Volunteer Cores, and Sunday 5/4 3-6pm will be focused on Theme Camp Leads. Stay tuned for more on that, but in the meantime, let us know if you want to contribute to Firefly SOS art and music! Hype, Carly, Matt & Pete

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Grant Submissions Are Now Open for Burner Exchange and Legacy Grants
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 03 Apr '25

03 Apr '25

Over the years, the Firefly Arts Collective (FAC) has been proud to provide grant support to Firefly artists to enable them to express and fulfill their varied creative visions. These grants are intended to support and promote radically-expressive, community-based, interactive and/or collaborative projects that help define and shape the creative core of the event. Art is a central part of Firefly, and the event wouldn't be the same without the wonderful pieces that have been brought to Vermont over the years. Bringing art is a great way to add a piece of yourself to the event and contribute/participate in a meaningful way. We are now accepting applications for Burner Exchange Grants and Legacy Grants. These grant categories are for art that ALREADY exists, and needs help to get to Firefly. Burner Exchange Grants Burner Exchange Grants are intended to fund projects that have already appeared at non-Firefly burns, and need minor repairs/improvements or funding for transportation. They are available for any funding level between $1 and $2,000. More information on Burner Exchange Grants <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/participate/art-at-firefly/art-grants…> . *Submissions Due:* 4/28/2024 Legacy Grants Legacy Grants are intended to fund projects that have already appeared at Firefly itself, and simply need repairs, minor improvements, or significant upgrades. They are available at tiers of $100, $300, $500, $599, or $2,000. More information on Legacy Grants <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/participate/art-at-firefly/art-grants…> . *Submissions Due:* 4/27/2025 A Note About Fuel Policy We’re changing our policy this year regarding fuel. In the past, fuel was ineligible for a grant because it was considered a general-use item. This year, we’re altering the policy so that funding for fuel can now be included in a budget, provided that it is necessary for the piece to work (such as gas for fire art), rather than for transportation or as a general expense for the artist’s camp. How to submit? Submit via the Art Grant Portal <https://grants.fireflyartscollective.org/>. If you’ve submitted a grant proposal, your account will still be active. Just sign in with your previous username and password. What to know more about Firefly Art Grants in general? See our Art Grants Page <https://www.fireflyartscollective.org/participate/art-at-firefly/art-grants/> on the Firefly website. Other questions? Email us: grants(a)fireflyartscollective.org <3 Firefly Art Grant Core

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Call for Coffee Lead
by The Firefly Official Announcement List 25 Mar '25

25 Mar '25

Want to be beloved at Firefly? Help us all get our coffee fix! We’re looking for a lead volunteer for Coffee Core. Responsibilities include: - Ordering and picking up supplies, and bringing them to Firefly - Coordinating with DPW, Early Arrival, and volunteers to do Coffee Station setup and breakdown - Checking in on each shift via radio that volunteers arrived and understand their duties, and filling in/getting help from Gnomes if not - Monitoring coffee supplies to make sure there's enough, including leaving the event a few times to get fresh milk Just fill out our Interest Form <https://forms.gle/TDApLaFJKskeCzWd8>, and we’ll get back to you if it’s a good fit! Email volunteer(a)fireflyartscollective.org if you have any questions.

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