WPPR Podcast

North Georgia Theater Presents The 1940s Radio Hour and My Way

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 05:59:46 +0000

Every song has a memory, especially the styling sounds of the 1940s and Frank Sinatra, “The 1940s Radio Hour” and “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra” are the feature productions of North Georgia Theatre’s (NGT) summer season at Piedmont College. Both plays will be performed at the Swanson Center in Demorest from June 20-30. For ticket call 706-778-8500 ex. 1355.

Community Life In Northeast Georgia June 4, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 05:07:02 +0000

L.A.M.P. Community Youth Outreach Program has been heralded as the best answer to gang violence and the deterioration of young lives by Hall county schools, law enforcement, and community agencies. Today we speak with L.A.M.P. Community Youth Outreach Program founders Mary and Ruben Marico. They discuss their selfless approach in transforming the lives of youth in the community one day at a time. Retired U.S. Marine Major General Robert Flanagan discusses his illustrious military career and why the Marine Corps was the perfect fit him.

Habersham Electric Celebrates 75 Years May 28, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Sun, 26 May 2013 05:04:51 +0000

Community Life in Northeast Georgia May 24, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Sat, 25 May 2013 05:58:04 +0000

Habersham Electric celebrates 75 years of service with a new book and CD travel guide called Experience Northeast Georgia—John Kollock’s guide to 75 Special Places. To discuss HEMC’s anniversary is HEMC President/CEO Todd Pealock and best-selling author Emory Jones. With faith as the driving force of his writing, author John Shivers discusses his first trilogy Hear My Cry, Paths of Judgment, Lift Up Mine Eyes and his second, Broken Spirit, Merry Heart, His Mercy Endureth. A Georgia landmark for over 100 years, Clarkesville’s Grace-Calvary Episcopal Church celebrates its 175th year with activities throughout the year. Joining me in the studio to discuss the history and upcoming events is Grace-Calvary's rector Dena Beryl and retired Chairman of Piedmont College’s Art and Sciences Dr. David Green. From heavy and serious art-music to folk-styled, pop, rock, and jazz numbers the North Georgia Chamber Symphony has something for everyone with standard well-known works to adventurous modern works which are challenging to both player and audience alike. Conductor Laurin Smith expounds on the local Dahlonega community chamber symphony and it’s Laurel Ridge Music Camp with co-director Rebecca Gerstenlauer.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia May 7, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Tue, 07 May 2013 05:57:54 +0000

Today we go on the road to Hall County and visit with Challenged Child and Friends CEO/Executive Director Dave Earnest and the CCAF staff. They discuss CCAF’s state of the art educational and therapeutic approach to serving children with disabilities and their typical peers in an integrated environment. Then we go up to Rabun County to the Amara Center, a total health and wellness center that takes a holistic medical approach to optimizing your health, beauty, lifestyle and well-being and visit with Spa Director Irene Bynum.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia April 16, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 05:26:21 +0000

Many throughout the centuries have witnessed and bore the sorrow and sufferings of war, but few have counted the environmental cost of war and how it affects the lives of those left to live in a war torn region for decades and sometimes centuries before seeing any plant, animal life or drinking water restored to the area. To commemorate Earth Day, Brenau Professor Dr. Gnimbin Ouattara offers insight into environmental cost of war as he shares the special story and legacy of 2004 Nobel Peace Prize recipient Wangari Maathai. Manga African Dance Company is building community connections through dance by offering a three pronged approach through entertainment, healing modality and education. Through this platform the meaning of the different West African dances all incorporated. Owner and choreographer Ramatu Afegbua-Sabbatt discusses the history and health benefits of each dance. As one of the leading private liberal colleges in the Southeast, Piedmont College alumni have garnered great recognition and awards in their fields of study. Today, we speak to Macie Rooke one of the graduating 2013 art seniors. She discusses the importance of the Capstone process.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia April 2, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 05:38:58 +0000

With a mixture of tongue and cheek humor Stephens County author Joe Cobb Crawford recounts his experience as a chicken catcher in his book The Poetry Company. His next book When the Chickens Come Home to Roost unfolds the details of a local murder mystery and the decided attempt of a northern socialite’s desire to fit in with the locals.And in his current work Mountain Shadow Memories family folklore takes over as he describes the life and times of his ancestors and the sometimes comical ways they dealt with life and death situations. Today, he shares the inspiration behind his colorful writing and what life was like for the poor working class of Georgia. In 2012, The Schaefer Center received city approved funds to renovate the lobby, auditorium, dressing rooms, and lighting system. With the help of a grant from the USDA Rural Business Enterprise Grant program. The overall changes have made a dramatic and stunning impact. The Fox Theater Institute has awarded the City of Toccoa with a grant to help fund a preservation plan, economic market study, and design plans for the Center. Main Street Director Kembra Landry takes us on a tour and discusses the many improvements to this historical theater.Scarlett’s Secret Tea Room owner Betsy King discusses how her childhood memorabilia collection opened the doors to establishing her famous Gone with the Wind theme tea room.Recently adding to its numerous awards Hillside Orchard Farms gained the recognition as one of the flavor of Georgia finalist for its sugar-free blueberry cider. On a recent visit to the plant, co-owner Patsy Mitcham discussed the selection process and the secret behind their on-going family success in the industry.

Piedmont College Blackbox Theater Presents J.B. April 9, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 05:32:24 +0000

Schaefer Center Ritz Theater Toccoa March 26, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:15:35 +0000

Main Stage Director Kembra Landry discusses the improvements of the historic Schaefer Center/ Ritz Theater in Toccoa-Stephens county.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia March 22, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:58:22 +0000

Born to a Palestinian father and a British mother, William Rezak writes a biographical account of his parent’s different worlds by tracing the remarkable lives of his ancestors in his new book The Arab and the Brit, The Last of the Welcome Immigrants. Today he discusses the cathartic process that came through his writing this page turning novel. Georgia State Games is celebrating its 23rd anniversary with new events added to the program. Outlining the Spring 2013 games is Georgia State Games Public Relations Director, Taylor Wood. Understanding the unique responsibilities many families are facing today, the Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA) offers Adult Day Health programs that encompass its mission to provide engagement, advocacy, education, and support to its clients, caregivers, and their families. This network of health services and social support allows the person to live at home and receive the assistance needed for optimal health and socialization. Speaking from his office is the Director of Winder Adult Day Health center, Keith Adams.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia March 22, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 09:58:22 +0000

Georgia State Games March 12, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 16:44:22 +0000

Georgia State Games is celebrating its 23rd anniversary with new events added to the program. Outlining the Spring 2013 games is Georgia State Games Public Relations Director, Taylor Wood.

Community Life in Northeast Georgia March 5, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 06:28:14 +0000

In his new book Welcome to the Big Leagues, former professional baseball player Darrel Chaney says that although his eleven years of playing in the sport he loved made him a part of four National League Championship Series and three World Series, the greatest lessons in his quest for significance in life were gained off the field. 35:00Habersham Native WestPoint Graduate Lieutenant Nicholas Sterghos shares from his personal prospective the inner makings of a true leader. 13:25Banks County literacy council director and Chairperson Mellisa Dalton discusses the organizations’ mission to improve the reading efficiency of children entering the county’s education system and also provide GED assistance for adults. 11:25

Darrel Chaney February 26, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:03:04 +0000

Community Life in Northeast Georgia February 22, 2013

web@gpb.org (Georgia Public Broadcasting) — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:16:43 +0000

Habersham County Economic Development Director J.R. Charles and Archway Professional Rick Story discuss the many ways the Archway project is helping to bring new and expand existing businesses in Habersham County. 25:00 Nestled within a small mountain top just off the historic Unicoi Turnpike overlooking the pristine Blue Ridge Mountains and scenic Sautee Nacoochee Valley, Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn bed and breakfast is the perfect relaxing getaway anytime of the year. Today, we go on a tour of Lucille’s with co-owner Jim Matthews to discover this special mountain top retreat tucked away in an oasis of green in Sautee Nacoochee. 18:00Los Angeles free-lance independent film/TV producer Elizabeth Hughes discusses how working in the industry isn’t as easy as it looks. 20:00