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FM is The Fresh 102.7 Community Affairs Program. FM can be heard every Sunday at 6am.
Questions, comments or future show ideas email us at PublicAffairs@Fresh1027.com.
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July 13, 2008 - Stand Up For Kids
Deborah Gordon’s guest was Hinson Ng, Executive Director of Stand Up For Kids, which is the largest volunteer based non-profit that is dedicated to helping homeless kids. Detailed their programs and services, and provided statistics about the more than 30 thousand homeless young people on the streets of New York. Discussed some of the issues that cause them to live on the streets, including domestic violence and sexual abuse. Stressed the importance for the community to grasp the seriousness of the issue of children and homelessness. For more information, visit standupforkids.org.
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July 6, 2008 - The Nature Conservancy
Deborah Gordon's guest was Kathy Moser, Deputy Director of The Nature Conservancy which is the largest conservation group in the world with over one million members. This organization started in the US in 1954, but now works in Asia, Africa and Latin America; and it's mission is to protect land, plants, animals and all natural resources for the enjoyment of people living now, as well as future generations. Discussed their work in New York State, and current efforts to protect New York City's water supply. For more information, visit nature.org.
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June 29, 2008 - Art in New York
Deborah Gordon spotlighted New York art, and her guests were Dana Miller, Associate Director of the Whitney Museum of American Art; and New York artist, Michelle Suna.
Dana Miller discussed the rich history of the Whitney Museum of American Art and the variety of educational programs available to adults and children alike. Dana also focused on the Whitney’s latest exhibits, including the Buckminster Fuller exhibition which is on view from June 25 - September 21, 2008. For more information, visit whitney.org.
Artist Michelle Suna has been painting for three decades, and describes her work as abstract reality. She discussed her background and her use of the environment and nature as inspiration. Her work has been featured in the movie Hitch, and her upcoming one-woman show opens at The Gallery in Sag Harbor on July 5 and goes through July 27. For more information, visit michellesuna.com.
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