Sara Grey and Kieron Means (Special Event)

"Both sides of the pond, times two" Dennis and Judy Cook invite FSGW members and friends to their home in Laurel, Md., to hear music from "both sides of the pond," performed by a mother and son who both pond-skip with alacrity.Sara Grey is a familiar face in these parts--a singer of American and English folk songs, with her perky voice and her insistent clawhammer banjo (sometimes accompanied by her distinctive foot-stomping), she's often graced us with her vast repertoire of songs from the United States and Britain. Born in New Hampshire, she?s lived in places as diverse as North Carolina, Ohio, Montana, New York, Pennsylvania, and Arizona, scooping up local styles and delving into whatever performers and printed resources she could find, finding old traditional songs and ballads--especially wonderful versions of ballads we haven't heard yet. She?s lived in Wales and England, too, and currently calls Scotland her home; she picks up British stuff as avidly as the American.This time, she brings along her son, Kieron Means, making his FSGW debut. Born in the U.S. and brought up largely in Britain, Kieron learned from his folks. He takes after his mother in his love for traditional song, and supplements it with a love of contemporary songs. His youthful sensibility has developed with elements from both sides of the pond, in his choice of styles and repertoire. His guitar is understated, and his voice can be high and lonesome or rich and mellow, depending on the needs of the song. Mother and son; Sara Grey and Kieron Means.Suggested minimum donation: $12For information, an invitation, directions, or space availabilty questions:

Contact Judy or Dennis Cook at 301.776.4314 or by e-mail

As they expect a large crowd for this event, please contact Dennis or Judy if you're planning to come.