Arts/ Music

Celebrate Life: Anne Lezak - Part 2 12/13/2024

From Gary De Carolis:

Five (six!) words that describe Anne Lezak: Energetic, Engaged Connector, Quick-Witted, Nature-lover, Altruistic.

I was born and raised in Portland, Oregon. My husband and I moved to “suburban” Rutland over 35 years ago. I became attached to the community and made life-long friends through raising our three kids, serving on local boards and the Rutland County Democratic Committee, and as executive director of the Boys & Girls Club. I worked remotely for many years, writing grant proposals, reports, and newsletters, and edited five books. I’ve relished teaching and leading workshops on grant-writing, board development, and nonprofit leadership.

When my husband ran for state representative, I signed on as his campaign manager. He beat a long-term incumbent, and I jumped into local and state politics, most recently serving as Vermont Democratic Party Chair in 2022-23. We moved to Burlington a dozen years ago, where I’ve embraced being able to walk and bike almost everywhere. For some years I worked in a leadership role at Mercy Connections, a wonderful local nonprofit.

My husband and I joined Peace Corps Response in 2017 and spent a life-changing year in Mbarara, Uganda. I’ve since returned seven times, continuing to support Hospice Africa Uganda and deepening my connections with Ugandan colleagues.

Celebrate Life: Ric Flood 12/13/2024

From Gary De Carolis:

Five words that describe Ric Flood:

Nadando Contra la Corriente con Justicia Migrante: TBD Spanish // English 12/06/2024

From Migrant Justice:

El presentador de Justicia Migrante Abel Luna describes

Migrant Justice host Abel Luna describes

In the World of Winooski: TBD November 11/26/2024

From the City of Winooski:

For more information visit: www.winooskivt.gov

Traveling For History with Patricia Araujo: How I Increased Views & Audience Participation! 11/22/2024

From Patricia Araujo:

Host Patricia Araujo discusses YouTube analytics and how to help boost them.

For more information visit: www.travelingforhistory.com | To contact Patricia, email travelingforhistory@gmail.com

Importance of Community Media with Antoine Haywood 11/21/2024

Bobby Lussier, CCTV, interviews Antoine Haywood, Ph.D., who is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Journalism at the University of Florida. They discuss the importance of community media and the history of public access television centers.

For more information visit: www.antoinehaywood.com | www.jou.ufl.edu/staff/antoine-haywood

Kindness Connection: Bears That Care Program at Vermont Teddy Bear 11/21/2024

From Jan Riordan:

Host Jan Riordan interviews Cassie Clayton, Brand Director at Vermont Teddy Bear. They discuss their Bears That Care Program as well as their recent merger with Vermont Flannel!

For more information visit: www.thejenniferriordanfoundation.org | www.vermontteddybear.com

Archibald Street Synagogue: Loredo Salzman and the Archibald Street Synagogue 11/19/2024

Members of Ohavi Zedek conduct an interivew with Loredo Salzman, a community member who has had lived experience in the Archibald Street Synagogue. These interviews are part of an experiential learning center focused on Little Jerusalem, an immigrant community dating from the late 1800s, in Burlington's North End.

For more information visit: www.ohavizedek.org

Archibald Street Synagogue: Rabbi Jan Salzman and the Archibald Street Synagogue 11/19/2024

Members of Ohavi Zedek conduct an interivew with Rabbi Jan Salzman, a community member who has had lived experience in the Archibald Street Synagogue. These interviews are part of an experiential learning center focused on Little Jerusalem, an immigrant community dating from the late 1800s, in Burlington's North End.

For more information visit: www.ohavizedek.org

Me2/Burlington Orchestra: Fall Concert - The Devil Made Me Do It 11/19/2024

From Me2:

We are excited to bring music to the O’Brien Community Center for the first time! Music Director & Conductor Michael Colburn leads the orchestra in a program titled “The Devil Made Me Do It” featuring music including Berlioz’ Hungarian March and selections from the ever-popular Phantom of the Opera. This concert is free and open to the general public. Join us for music and conversation in a Stigma-Free Zone!

Me2/ is the world’s only classical music organization created for musicians living with mental illness and the people who support them. Come as you are, be comfortable, and enjoy our stigma-free environment! For more information visit me2music.org or contact at info@me2.org.

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Applications Now Open for the Spring 2025 Cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship Program

Town Meeting TV is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Spring 2025 cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship program. Join up to 8 other youth to engage in interesting media making projects! This paid media internship opportunity is designed for youth aged 16-20 who are eager to gain professional experience in the audio-visual field and develop a deeper understanding of their local community. The group will meet under the leadership of Town Meeting TV's Travis Washington from the end of January 2025 to the beginning of June 2025, on a schedule agreed upon by the whole cohort. Click here to apply!