The day of reckoning is upon us!

October is membership month at WWFM – The Classical Network, and while we have been soft pitching for weeks, today we take to the air waves to rake up the stragglers like so many autumn leaves.

We’ve affectionately dubbed October Procrastinator’s Amnesty Month. Believe me, we know what it’s like to put things off. Often, it’s not so much procrastination as it is simply not having enough time, the needs of the moment generally foremost in our thoughts. But with autumn upon us, it’s time to be like the ant, not the grasshopper, and to fortify ourselves against the winter.

Think of the cozy months ahead, and how we warm your cockles around the clock with music from Abel to Zelenka. You can also warm yourself with our “What Makes It Great” mug. Named for Rob Kapilow’s popular show, the mug answers its own question. Turn it around, and it on the reverse you’ll find the exclamation “You!” It’s because of you that we are able to pay for programs like “What Makes It Great.” We are only as good as our member support. The mug is yours for a contribution to The Classical Network in the amount of $75. If you commit to a sustaining membership of $5 a month, we’ll send it to you for $60 (charged in monthly installments, of course). That $15 in savings will buy you a lot of cider.

The sooner we reach 3500 members, the sooner we get back to uninterrupted music. So lend us a hand, won’t you? Your vital contribution will fortify us as the days grow shorter. Make your commitment at wwfm.org, or by calling 1-888-232-1212.

We can enjoy the fiddling once the stores are full. Thank you, as always, for your warming support!