FM is The Fresh 102.7 Community Affairs Program. FM can be heard every Sunday at 6am.
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Sunday, July 5, 2009 - LongHouse Reserve
Host Deborah Gordon’s guest was Matko Tomicic, Executive Director of LongHouse Reserve which is a non-profit museum on the East End of Long Island founded by renown textiles designer Jack Larsen, that contains an arboretum and sculpture gardens and whose mission is to exemplify living with art in all forms. Discussed the unique environment of Longhouse and the philosophy of combining art, nature, aesthetics, and spirit. Also discussed their current exhibitions, sculpture, and the variety of educational programs LongHouse offers to the community. Spotlighted their school tours, family activities and workshops, and the recent Photography awards, which recognized the work of school children in the community. LongHouse will host their annual fundraising event on July 18, which is also unique and honors legendary weaver and humanitarian, Carol Cassidy. For more information visit www.longhousereserve.org.
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Sunday, June 27, 2009 - Hudson Perinatal Consortium - Post Partum Depression
Host Deborah Gordon’s guest was Marianne Moore, Executive Director of The Hudson Perinatal Consortium which serves as the leading agency in Hudson County, New Jersey that provides maternal and child health services; and whose mission is to meet their healthcare needs and coordinate education, outreach and advocacy. Spotlighted Post Partum Depression in women, which is mood disorder that affects women who have just given birth. Provided data about PPM , and discussed how women can better cope with it, and treat it. Stressed the importance of women who experience PPD to not consider it a sign of personal weakness or a character flaw, and communicate with their health care providers and their family about their suffering. For more information visit www.njspeakup.gov or www.hudsonperinatal.org.
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Sunday, June 21, 2009 - The American Lung Association of New York/Clean Air NY
Host Deborah Gordon’s guest was Michael Seilback, Vice President of Public Policy & Communications at the American Lung Association which has partnered with the Department of Transportation’s Clean Air New York to help rid New York City of air pollution. Spotlighted Clean Air NY week, which was designed to educate the community about ways they can improve their carbon footprint, and make New York’s air healthier. Discussed the events of the week and the positive benefits that was gained by their efforts. Also discussed the American lung Association’s role and continued fight for Lung health, and ways they provide the community with tools to help maintain their lung health. For more information about Clean Air New York, visit www.cleanairny.org. For more information about the American Lung Association, visit www.alany.org.
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Sunday, June 14, 2009 - The Songwriter's Hall of Fame (SHOF)
Host Deborah Gordon’s guests were Linda Moran, President of SHOF, and Lamont Dozier, of the legendary songwriting team of Holland Dozier Holland. The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame was founded by musician Johnny Mercer with the ongoing mission to celebrate and honor the contributions of America’s great popular music songwriters, while developing new writing talent through workshops, showcases, scholarships and digital initiatives. Linda Moran discussed the organization’s rich history and all the many different types of awards and scholarships that have been handed out. Also spotlighted the 40th annual SHOF Inductee Ceremony which will be held in New York on June 18th. Lamont Dozier will receive the prestigious Johnny Mercer award and discussed the award, and what it means to him, and also talked about his own background and musical history as a noted Arbiter of Motown music. Also discussed the free Songwriters Hall of Fame Master Class that he will be conducting on Tuesday, June 16th in Manhattan, which provides an opportunity for budding songwriters to hone their craft. For more information about SHOF and about the Songwriters Master Class, visit www.songhall.org.
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Sunday, June 7, 2009 - The American Diabetes Association
Host Deborah Gordon’s guest was Toni Hansen, Executive Director of the New York Chapter of The American Diabetes Association which was founded in 1940, and continues their mission to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by the disease. The ADA continues to lead the fight against the consequences of diabetes and to fight for those affected by the disease. Provided data about the disease, and information about how the community can help lessen their risk of developing diabetes. Spotlighted the ADA’s Tour de Cure New York bike race, held on June 14 in Morningside Park to help raise funds and awareness about this ever-growing disease. For more information visit www.diabetes.org.
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Sunday, May 31st, 2009 - Parrish Art Museum
Host Deborah Gordon’s guest was Terri Sultan, Executive Director of The Parrish Art Museum, which is devoted to the collection, preservation, interpretation and dissemination of American art with particular focus on the art of the East End of Long Island. The Museum is committed to bringing art and people together in its education and outreach programs. Discussed the Museum’s programs, collections, educational activities and publications and spotlighted their Mixed Greens exhibition, which celebrates the region’s long tradition of creativity and innovation. Also, highlighted the Museum’s annual Landscape Pleasures event which features symposiums and garden tours. For more information visit www.parrishart.org.
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