Connecting education, agriculture, and the environment (Aired on February 24, 2012)

Seated: Sr. Margo Morris.  Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Seated: Sr. Margo Morris. Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Sister Margo Morris, Executive Director and Founder of Sprout Creek Farm, discusses how this working farm helps foster a better understanding of our place in the natural world, thus encouraging responsibility for the future of our environment. Sr. Margo Morris emphasizes her preference to educate young people about “from soil to table” at the beginning of learning, not in the middle. Education is implemented at the farm with projects, such as involving students in the farm’s successful cheese production. Students come from all over the Hudson Valley to attend summer camp and visits throughout the year. Aluimni of the program can enter careers in veterinary, environmental law, and other related professions.

Learn More:
Sprout Creek Farm
A Visit to the Farm
FFA (“Future Farmers of America”)

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February 24, 2012 · Posted in Education, Environment, Vocational, Youth  

Tri-County Crisis Center, Inc. (Aired on Feb. 17, 2012)

L to R: Maria DiBari, Jackie Axt

L to R: Maria DiBari, Jackie Axt

When Executive Director and Founder of Tri-County Crisis Center (TCCC), Maria DiBari, realized how difficult it was for victims of domestic violence to get all the help they needed, she created TCCC, which supports victims and families of victims of domestic violence. In this moving interview, Ms. DiBari describes the personal journey that led her to create this life-saving organization. Jackie Axt, TCCC Board Member, emphasizes the need for the Center by describing the murder of her sister, which could have been prevented if she had had access to the many services that the Crisis Center provides.

 

Learn More:
Tri-County Crisis Center
Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Grace Smith House Hotline

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February 17, 2012 · Posted in Domestic Violence, Humanitarian Service, Support Groups  

The Story of a Song Created for Rotary U.N. Day (Aired on Feb. 10, 2012)

Seated:  L to R: Anthony Avella, Nicholas Gati.  Standing:  Co-host Sarah O’Connell

Seated: L to R: Anthony Avella, Nicholas Gati. Standing: Co-host Sarah O’Connell

 

Nicholas Gati, composer/guitarist/pianist, and actor Anthony Avella, both professionally trained entertainers, discuss the song they created for Rotary Day at the United Nations. Written in 2011, “We Come Together,” is a moving tribute that is played during the interview. Mr. Gati and Mr. Avella describe the process of their successful collaborations over the years, each having skills that enhance the other’s talents.

 

 

 

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Omega Mouse Productions
Rotary International UN Day

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February 10, 2012 · Posted in Rotary International, United Nations  

Food Banks of the Hudson Valley (Aired February 3, 2012)

Seated: Ron Van Warmer.  Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Seated: Ron Van Warmer. Standing: Co-hosts Jonah Triebwasser, Sarah O’Connell

Ron Van Warmer, Associate Director of the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, discusses this important organization’s dedication to alleviating hunger while preventing the waste of wholesome food. Providing some astonishing statistics about hunger in our midst in today’s poor economy, Mr. Van Warmer describes the current profile of people who are hungry, how Food Banks are vital in helping them, and several heartfelt stories. He explains where the food comes from, the difference between a Food Bank and a Food Pantry, and how the public can help.

 

Learn More:
Food Bank of the Hudson Valley
Hunger in America

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February 3, 2012 · Posted in Dutchess County, Hudson Valley, Humanitarian Service, Nutrition