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250 Years Ago (June 1775) British troops in New York City were evacuated to transports anchored in the harbor. A small group of Sons of Liberty confiscated five wagonloads of royal weapons. Maj. Gen. Philip Schuyler of New York and George Washington, the newly appointed commander of the army, left Philadelphia for New York City. Addressing fears of military rule, Washington reassured the New York Provincial Congress that, after the establishment of liberty, he would return to private life. On June 26, Washington and Schuyler crossed King's Bridge into Westchester County. The next day, slowed by well-wishers, they made it only as far as New Rochelle, where Schuyler headed to Albany and Washington toward Boston. 150 Years Ago (June 1875) John Cox, the flagman at Garrison's station, was suspicious of banks and paper money. On a Thursday night, while John was at work, five masked men pushed through the door and bound Mrs. Cox and the couple's two sons, ages 14 and 20. After ransacking the house, they left with a box of silver and gold coins valued at $1,100 [about $32,000 today]. Two tramps at the station were arrested after the Cox family said they resembled the suspects - one with a dark complexion, an ugly face and a bad eye and another who was "more honest-looking." Signor Sebastian, a circus performer, broke his leg at a Friday performance in Cold Spring when he was thrown from a horse while riding bareback seated in a chair. He was taken to the Pacific Hotel and, a few days later, returned by train to his home in New York City. A few weeks later, a baggage-car fire on a sidetrack in Connecticut destroyed all the troupe's baggage and musical instruments. Shortly after midnight, Thomas McAndrew, the watchman at the lower railroad switches, heard a noise and found two men standing at a broken door on a freight car on the sidetrack. When the larger man put his hand into his pocket and threatened to shoot, McAndrew dropped him with a shot to the neck. The man - who said his name was McKinseynally - was taken to Town Hall, where Dr. Murdock removed the bullet. Three people held solid-silver life passes for the Hudson River Railroad: John Jervis, the first chief engineer, his wife and Gouverneur Kemble of Cold Spring, the founder of West Point Foundry and an early supporter of the railroad. Commodore Foote and his sister, Eliza, "celebrated Lilliputians," performed at Town Hall. The Indiana natives claimed to be the smallest people in the world and were as well-known in their time as Tom Thumb. A six-horse team delivered a 7,530-pound load of bedplate to Sunk Mine for its steam-powered machines. The Methodist Episcopal Church held its annual Strawberry, Ice Cream and Floral Festival. The Recorder noted that a new state law made it illegal, punishable with a fine of up to $10 [$290], to mutilate shade trees near schools, churches, public buildings or highways. "It is well known that people from the farming districts are the principal offenders," the editor wrote. "They come into town to do some business and seek a comfortable shade for their teams. All right, so far; but how about the shade next year if the horses girdle the trees while standing thereat?" A reader complained to The Recorder that people were taking water by the barrel from the Main Street pumps to irrigate their strawberries and gardens. After the first baseball game of the season on Vinegar Hill between a club from West Point and the Kellogg team (which the latter won, 22-19), the Newburgh Telegraph said the Army boys lost only because of the "considerable partiality shown by the umpire who, of course, proved to be a resident of Cold Spring." The Recorder retorted that the visitors lost because they did not score enough runs. On a Tuesday at noon, while Isaiah Jaycox of the Highlands was driving at a good speed down Main Street seated atop a cord of wood, a front wheel on his wagon fell off as he passed High Street. Passersby lifted the corner of the wagon with...

In this episode, Lauren Stowell discusses her journey from a 16-year career at ESPN to directing Celtics City. Lauren shares her thoughts on the art of documentary filmmaking, particularly focusing on the importance of preparation, emotional connection, and the balance between knowledge and perspective. She discusses the challenges of interviewing high-profile subjects, the necessity of listening, and how her unique viewpoint as a filmmaker allowed her to connect with the audience.  A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is hosted by David Altrogge (@daltrogge) and is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)  

In this episode, Lizzie Gottlieb shares her journey from theater directing to documentary filmmaking, discussing the challenges she encountered along the way. She reflects on the importance of mentorship, the art of interviewing, and the delicate balance of truth and family in her work. Lizzie emphasizes the need for genuine curiosity and active listening in documentary storytelling, as well as the emotional complexities involved in creating personal narratives. She shares insights on balancing her roles as a filmmaker, teacher, and parent, and reflects on what success means to her in the documentary field. A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is hosted by David Altrogge (@daltrogge) and is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)  

This episode of Crime Time Inc. delves into the Castle Hill Rebellion of 1804, also known as Australia's Vinegar Hill. Set in the context of Australia's history as a British penal colony, the episode explores the roots of the rebellion among Irish political prisoners and their fight against British rule. It narrates the events leading up to the rebellion, the strategic uprising led by Philip Cunningham, and the subsequent brutal crackdown by British forces. The episode highlights the lasting impact of the rebellion on Australian culture and identity, underlining the enduring struggle for justice and freedom.00:00 Introduction to the Castle Hill Rebellion00:19 Historical Context: Irish Rebels in Australia01:44 The Night of the Uprising04:31 The Battle at Rouse Hill06:40 The Aftermath and Brutal Repression07:45 Legacy and Symbolism of the Rebellion11:43 Lessons from the Castle Hill Rebellion13:16 Conclusion and Sign-Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, the Spotlight shines On composer, mandolinist, multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and label founder Joe Brent.Joe has worked with artists ranging from Regina Spektor to the Philip Glass Ensemble, but his collaboration with Grammy-nominated violinist Sara Caswell and bassist Andrew Ryan in 9 Horses was the impetus for our time together. 9 Horses creates music between classical precision and folk intimacy with mandolins and violins. On their latest album, Strum, 25 musicians create what Joe calls “identifiably human-made music.”Joe shares the story behind 9 Horses and much more, including why making deeply human music matters now more than ever.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from the 9 Horses album Strum)–Dig DeeperVisit Joe Brent at josephbrent.com and Adhyâropa Records at adhyaroparecords.comPurchase 9 Horses's Strum on Bandcamp or Qobuz and listen on your streaming platform of choiceFollow Joe Brent on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTubeFollow Adhyâropa Records on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and YouTubeMandolins: A Brief HistoryDig into this episode's complete show notes at spotlightonpodcast.com–• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate Spotlight On ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.• Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of Spotlight On in your podcast app of choice.• Looking for more? Visit spotlightonpodcast.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Spotlight On email newsletter. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Mastodon. • Be sure to bookmark our new online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, the Spotlight shines On composer, mandolinist, multi-instrumentalist, teacher, and label founder Joe Brent.Joe has worked with artists ranging from Regina Spektor to the Philip Glass Ensemble, but his collaboration with Grammy-nominated violinist Sara Caswell and bassist Andrew Ryan in 9 Horses was the impetus for our time together. 9 Horses creates music between classical precision and folk intimacy with mandolins and violins. On their latest album, Strum, 25 musicians create what Joe calls “identifiably human-made music.”Joe shares the story behind 9 Horses and much more, including why making deeply human music matters now more than ever.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from the 9 Horses album Strum)–Dig DeeperVisit Joe Brent at josephbrent.com and Adhyâropa Records at adhyaroparecords.comPurchase 9 Horses's Strum on Bandcamp or Qobuz and listen on your streaming platform of choiceFollow Joe Brent on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and YouTubeFollow Adhyâropa Records on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and YouTubeMandolins: A Brief HistoryDig into this episode's complete show notes at spotlightonpodcast.com–• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate Spotlight On ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts.• Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of Spotlight On in your podcast app of choice.• Looking for more? Visit spotlightonpodcast.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Spotlight On email newsletter. You can also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Mastodon. • Be sure to bookmark our new online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, host David Altrogge sits down with Graham Willoughby, the acclaimed cinemaographer behind films like '20 Feet From Stardom' and 'Won't You Be My Neighbor.' Over the course of the episode, they discuss the shift from reality TV to cinematic documentaries, the importance of intention in storytelling, managing crew dynamics, and balancing family life with a demanding filmmaking career. The episode highlights the importance of trust and respect in interviews, the role of a supportive crew, and the definition of success for a documentary filmmaker.   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is hosted by David Altrogge (@daltrogge) and is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)  

David Altrogge sits down with Brian Tetsuro Ivie to discuss his filmmaking journey and his films DROPBOX and EMANUEL. Brian shares his path from aspiring to be the next Steven Spielberg to discovering his true calling in documenting powerful, real-life stories. He discusses the challenges of raising funds, gaining trust and access, and navigating the balance between personal faith and professional filmmaking. Featuring insights on the creative process, from planning and shooting to editing and handling sensitive subjects, this episode offers an in-depth look into the making of two significant documentaries that carry messages of hope, forgiveness, and transformation.   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)    

David Altrogge introduces a new show — CREATIVE FOLK — where he sits down with artists of all kinds to discuss their creative journeys. In this episode, acclaimed novelist Brett Lott shares his unconventional path from an RC Cola salesman to the celebrated author of JEWEL — a tender novel about a mother and daughter that was selected for Oprah's Book Club. He talks about his process, work/life balance, and the importance of persistence. A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)    

Robert Kolodny developed a passion for film at a young age when he began experimenting with his parent's VHS camcorder. He shares his journey in the documentary world, his desire to direct a nonfiction film, and his acclaimed film "The Featherweight."   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film)  

Writer / director / actor Nadine Crocker discusses her path to filmmaking and opens up about her attempted suicide at 23. Nadine shares her journey to healing, which involved sobriety, therapy, and making her debut feature "Continue" which is based on her own experiences.    A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)

Host David Altrogge sits down with Alex Buono to discuss the art of mockumentary filmmaking. Known for his groundbreaking work on DOCUMENTARY NOW, Alex shares insights from his early career, starting as a camera assistant, his time at SNL, and the significance of casting and technical precision in filmmaking. The discussion highlights the passion driving 'Documentary Now!' and the dedication of its creators to celebrate and spoof documentaries authentically.   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)  

In this episode, host David Altrogge (@daltrogge) sits down with documentarian Brennan Robideaux to discuss his debut feature BORN TO FLY about Olympic Gold Medalist Mondo Duplantis. Brennan's journey is truly epic. Despite facing financial struggles and industry skepticism, he pursued his no-budget passion through four years of filming and editing, emotional premieres in Sweden and the US, and eventually landing a deal with Red Bull Studios. His story highlights the importance of perseverance, dedication, and the emotional rewards that define success in documentary filmmaking. A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)

The Dumbo neighborhood in Brooklyn is a vibrant, albeit crowded and touristy, spot to take in views of Manhattan, explore the waterfront, and enjoy some delicious food. Where is Dumbo? It encompasses two sections: one situated between the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges, which connect Brooklyn to Manhattan across the East River, and another extending eastward from the Manhattan Bridge to the Vinegar Hill area. Why Is It Called Dumbo? Dumbo stands for "Down under Manhattan Bridge overpass" and was said to be coined in the '90s by locals to make the neighborhood sound less desirable to developers. 1- Walk the Brooklyn Bridge It's crowded but worth it; try to go at off-times. You can walk in from the Manhattan side across the Brooklyn Bridge into Dumbo! 2- Timeout Market Spread across 24,000 square feet, the curated dining destination packs multiple eateries, three bars, a fifth-floor rooftop, and art installations into one space that encompasses the best food, drinks, and culture that New York has to offer. 3- Evil Twin Brewing Their flagship brewery is in Ridgewood in Brooklyn, but their Dumbo location boasts almost 20 local beers on tap. This Episode's You'll Have to Check It Out Segment - Bargemusic Since 1977, Bargemusic has presented chamber music in an unlikely and startlingly beautiful venue—a floating barge at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge. Both established and emerging musicians perform at Bargemusic on a small stage with the dramatic backdrop of the East River and lower Manhattan skyline. Mark Peskanov, Bargemusic Artistic Director, has performed for decades with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma, Isaac Stern, and many other world-famous artists. 4- Grimaldi's Pizzeria Multi-level Brooklyn staple serving pies for over 100 years. 5- Brooklyn Bridge Park - Views, Free Events, Near the Water If you go to brooklynbridgepark.org, they have a full calendar of free activities, including workout classes, live music, movie showings, and other fun activities. Sign up for our weekly NYC newsletter here: https://rebrand.ly/newsletter-bth Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Lincoln Restler, New York City Council Member (District 33: Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Downtown Brooklyn, Dumbo, Fulton Ferry, Greenpoint, Vinegar Hill and Williamsburg), talks about the latest conflicts between the Council and the mayor, safety issues on McGuinness Boulevard and more. 

Irish author Colm Tóibín is among the world's most celebrated contemporary writers. His works includes novels such as Nora Webster and The Blackwater Lightship, but also journalism, criticism, drama and more. His book Brooklyn was adapted into an Oscar-nominated film starring Saoirse Ronan, and his writing has been translated into over 30 languages. Alongside the release of his debut collection of poems, Vinegar Hill, Colm gives fellow Irish writer Helen Cullen an insight into how he works, taking her through his writing process, how he gathers his ideas and his approach to refining his work.

Welcome to 2024. We are going to kick it off with lots of isms. Shedding the collective dumpster fire of 2023, much of what I've been hearing is that people are looking to start anew in 2024. Again. Just like last year. And the year before. I'm seeing a recurring theme. The theme … and this is something I've been dealing with … is that there seems to be a cynicism infiltrating much of the conversation style over the past six months to a year. On a recent run (a Dopey run, more on that in the show) - I was reminded that much of our perspective is impacted by the experiences around us. But our perspective needs to be protected at all times - it's what makes us unique - and while it should evolve, I would argue a healthy perspective is one that embraces optimism and hope. It's what drives us to accomplish and try more. A lyric from Vinegar Hill by Black ‘47 stuck with me on the run: “When faith is gone, all hope is lost.” And we have lost faith. I'm not making a religious stance - although you can take it that way. But we have lost faith beyond that standard view. We have lost faith in our institutions. Our educational system. Our neighbors and what we believe is true. And, we have lost faith in ourselves.We don't have all the answers - and that's OK. But as the world continues to evolve around us - our belief system - our faith in ourselves and our ability to get shit done - is what's going to drive us out of whatever dark place cynicism takes us. Skepticism is good - I encourage it. It shows we think. But skepticism evolves to cynicism too easily, and we must be aware that without faith in ourselves and others; without hope that things will be better, without a recognition that we are capable of writing our script - we are going to be spending our days in a negative tornado of cynicism. It can start small - more on the show about how a short run changes my entire thinking paradigm - but it's necessary if we are going to be successful in 2024. Enjoy the week!

For decades New Yorkers celebrated Evacuation Day every November 25, a holiday marking the 1783 departure of British forces from the city they had occupied for several years during the Revolutionary War.The events of that departure -- that evacuation -- inspired annual celebrations of patriotism, unity, and a bit of rowdiness. Evacuation Day was honored well until the late 19th century. But then, gradually, the party sort of petered out.....Of course, Americans may know late November for another historically themed holiday – Thanksgiving, a New England-oriented celebration that eventually took the place of Evacuation Day on the American calendar. But we are here to tell you listener – you should celebrate both!Greg and Tom tell the story of the British's final years in their former colonies, now in victory known as the United States, and their final moments within New York City, their last remaining haven. The city was in shambles and the gradual handover was truly messy.And then, on November 25, 1783, George Washington rode into town, basically traveling from tavern to tavern on his way down to the newly freed city. The Bowery Boys chart his course (down the Bowery of course) and make note of a few unusual events -- wild parties, angry women with brooms, and one very lucky tailor.PLUS: Where and how you can celebrate Evacuation Day today. Other Bowery Boys episodes to check out when you're done with this one:-- New York City During the Revolutionary War-- The Revolutionary Tavern of Samuel Fraunces-- The Great Fire of 1776-- The Brooklyn Navy Yard and Vinegar Hill  

Ian McMillan presents a special extended interview with acclaimed Irish novelist, essayist, playwright, and poet Colm Tóibín, who's been described as one of Ireland's finest writers. Colm Tóibín is the author of eleven novels including Brooklyn, which won the 2009 Costa novel award, and The Magician, winner of the Rathbones Folio Prize; as well as two short story collections. Three times shortlisted for the Booker Prize Tóibín was made the Laureate for Irish Fiction for 2022–2024. In 2022, he published his first collection of poems, Vinegar Hill. Producer: Cecile Wright

Host David Altrogge sits down with acclaimed journalist Jon Ward to discuss his memoir Testimony: Inside the Evangelical Movement That Failed a Generation. . A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)

Host David Altrogge sits down with Clay Tweel, the director of Gleason, Finders Keepers, the Innocent Man, and Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults.   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)

The tale of the Brooklyn Navy Yard is one of New York's true epic adventures, mirroring the course of American history via the ships manufactured here and the people employed to make them.The Navy Yard's origins within Wallabout Bay tie it to the birth of the United States itself, the spot where thousands of men and women were kept in prison ships during the Revolutionary War. Within this bay where thousands of American patriots died would rise one of this country's largest naval yards. It was built for the service and protection of the very country those men and women died for. A complex that would then create weapons of war for other battles -- and jobs for hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers.In this episode, Greg is joined by the amazing Andrew Gustafson from Turnstile Tours who unfurls the surprising history of the Navy Yard -- through war and peace, through new technologies and aging infrastructure, through the lives of the men and women who built the yard's reputation.And the story extends to the tiny neighborhood of Vinegar Hill, famed for its early 19th-century architecture and the mysterious mansion known as the Commandant's House.FEATURING the origin story of Brooklyn's most sacred public monument -- at home not in Vinegar Hill (at least not anymore) but in Fort Greene.Visit our website for more information and also head to Turnstile Tours for information on their tours of the Navy Yard. 

Host David Altrogge sits down with producer Margaret Bodde and editor/director David Tedeschi.  Together they make documentaries with the legendary Martin Scorcese. Their credits include The Rolling Thunder Review, Pretend It's a City, and George Harrison: Living In a Material World. A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)  

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Today David Altrogge sits down with Oscar-winner Paul Hirsch.  And while he's not a documentary filmmaker, he's one of Hollywood's most revered editors (we're talking Carrie, Star Wars, Ferris Buhlers Day Off, and Mission Impossible to name a few). He's also the author of A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away (which is one of our all-time favorite books about filmmaking).  Today's episode is pure gold.   A special thanks to Caleb J. Murphy (https://calebjmurphy.com/) and Musicbed (http://share.mscbd.fm/daltrogge) for the great tunes. School of Doc is a Production of Vinegar Hill (https://vinegarhill.film/)

[REBROADCAST FROM APRIL 14, 2022] To celebrate National Poetry Month, we talk to acclaimed author Colm Tóibín about his debut poetry collection, Vinegar Hill, which discusses religion, death, sexuality, and the pandemic.

BRUX is a Brooklyn-based Australian producer, who just released an EP called “Badboi” (www.bruxworld.com). We discussed walking through Vinegar Hill, embracing authenticity and non-fungible tokens. Listen to the latest EP ‘Badboi' here: https://gyro.to/85718BADBOI

[REBROADCAST FROM April 14, 2022] To celebrate National Poetry Month, we talk to acclaimed author Colm Tóibín about his debut poetry collection, Vinegar Hill, which discusses religion, death, sexuality, and the pandemic.

The majority of the New York City Council members are new and are part of a class that is the most diverse and progressive in city history. Over the next year Brian Lehrer will get to know all 51 members. This week, Councilmember Lincoln Restler, talks about his priorities for District 33, which includes Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Downtown Brooklyn, Dumbo, Fulton Ferry, Greenpoint, Vinegar Hill and Williamsburg. Catch up with all the interviews here.

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Today we have a 404, as in the 404th edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement. Hopefully this online-only information content is what you’re expecting, whether it’s your first time reading or listening or if you’re a regular by now. I’m your host Sean Tubbs, always scouring the internet to bring you more on what’s happening. Thanks for reading or listening!There are nearly 1,450 email subscribers to this newsletter, and I’ve for you to be the next one. It’s free, but Ting will match your initial payment to help the newsletters flow On today’s show:In six days, you’ll have a choice of when to take a daily train to Roanoke or the District of Columbia The University of Virginia to establish a “sustainable lab” at Morven Farm Governor Youngkin appoints four to the UVA Board of VisitorsThe Board of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority gets an update on finances And the New Hill Development Corporation gets a state grant to help launch a commercial kitchen to incubate new businesses First shout–out: JMRL to kick off the Summer Reading ChallengeIn today’s first subscriber-supported public service announcement, the Summer Reading Challenge put forth by Jefferson Madison Regional Library continues! You and members of your family can earn points for prizes in a variety of ways, such as reading for 30 minutes a day, reading with a friend, creating something yourself, or visiting the library! You can also get two points just by telling someone about the Summer Reading Challenge, so I guess I just added two more! Visit JMRL.org to learn more about this all ages opportunity to dive into oceans of possibilities! Second daily train between Roanoke and DC to start July 11A deal between the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority and Norfolk Southern closed on June 30, which means additional passenger rail service will begin next Monday. According to a release, the state entity will now own 28 miles of track between Christiansburg and Salem that will allow for the expansion of passenger rail to the New River Valley in a few years.“We have reached an agreement that expands access for passengers and preserves an important link in the supply chain for businesses that rely on freight rail to ship base materials and finished products,” said Norfolk Southern Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Mike McClellan. “The partnership of our government leaders was critical to making this plan a reality and we appreciate their commitment to the people and economy of Virginia’s Blue Ridge.”The first daily service on the Northeast Regional began in 2009 and ridership was triple what had been forecast. This train was extended to Roanoke in 2017 and this year has seen a return to pre-pandemic boarding levels.The second train will begin on July 11, according to the release. It will stop in Alexandria, Manassas, Culpeper, Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Roanoke.“Amtrak will now offer morning and afternoon options in both directions between Roanoke, Washington, D.C., and to the Northeast,” said Amtrak spokeswoman Kimberly Woods. To learn more and to book tickets, check out Amtrak’s press release. A study is underway to determine if Bedford would be a viable stop. UVA estate at Morven to become Sustainability LabA nearly 3,000 acre farm gifted to the University of Virginia in 2001 will now officially be used by the institution as a “Sustainability Lab.” UVA Today reported last week that the Morven Farm property now owned by the University of Virginia Foundation will be used as a place to study environmental resilience and sustainability. Morven is currently used for meeting space and is the home of the Morven Kitchen Garden, which has been run by a student group for several years. According to the article, that use will continue and space can still be rented out by educational groups and for nonprofit events. At a bureaucratic level, authority over Morven will remain within the Provost’s office, but will now be transitioned to the Academic Outreach division from Global Affairs. Acting director of programs Rebecca Deeds will become the full time director. “Morven’s remarkable cultural landscape will contribute to a rich program that will address social, economic and environmental sustainability challenges facing society,” Deeds is quoted in the story. “We are excited to activate it as a living laboratory while we pursue new practices and programs that support and elevate UVA sustainability goals, and engage students, faculty and community members.” Morven is located on the other side of Carter’s Mountain in between Trump Winery and Highland. .Four new members appointed to UVA’s Board of VisitorsGovernor Glenn Youngkin has made his first appointments to the University of Virginia with terms that took effect this past Friday. They are:Bert Ellis of Hilton Head South Carolina is CEO and Chairman of Ellis Capital, Chairman and CEO of Ellis Communication, and president of Titan Broadcast ManagementStephen Long of Richmond is president of Commonwealth Spine and Pain SpecialistsAmanda Pillion is an audiologist with Abingdon Hearing Care and Abingdon ENT Associates, and a member of the Town Council in Abingdon, VirginiaDoug Wetmore of Glen Allen is senior vice president of Centauri Health SolutionsThe Board of Visitors next meets at a retreat on August 21 and August 22, followed by a regular meeting on September 15 and September 16. Both events are in Charlottesville. Previous meetings can be viewed on YouTube. I’m hoping to dig back into the June meeting for a future segment here on Charlottesville Community Engagement. Intrigued? Drop me a line via email and I’ll give you a preview. Today’s second shout-out: Frances Brand and Cvillepedia 101In today’s house-fueled public service announcement, the Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society wants you to know about an upcoming exhibit at the Center at Belvedere featuring portraits of several historical figures active in the Charlottesville area in the 1970’s and 1980’s. Frances Brand was a folk artist who painted nearly 150 portraits of what she considered “firsts” including first Black Charlottesville Mayor Charles Barbour and Nancy O’Brien, the first woman to be Charlottesville Mayor. Brand’s work will be on display from July 5 to August 31 in the first public exhibit since 2004. And, if you’d like to help conduct community research into who some of the portraits are, cvillepedia is looking for volunteers! I will be leading four Cvillepedia 101 training sessions at the Center every Monday beginning July 11 at 2 p.m. Sign up at the Center’s website.Charlottesville public housing board gets update on financesWe’re still just days into Virginia’s fiscal year, but the fiscal year of the city’s public housing agency is now entering its second quarter. The finance director of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority “Overall against budget we are on target,” said Mary Lou Hoffman, CRHA’s finance director. At the end of the fiscal year, one issue was a backlog of unpaid rent by tenants. CRHA staff continue to find sources of revenue to cover arrears though state rent relief programs and reaching out to local resources. . “Around March, we were at $229,000 but we’re currently at $126,000,” said John Sales, CHRA’s executive director. “And so they’re constantly talking about the tenant accounts which is a big focus that we have to have. It was one of the areas that the [U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development] dinged us on years ago for our accounts being so high compared to the amount we are collecting.” Sales said one issue has been getting into contact with residents to get them set up with rent relief payment arrangements. HUD classifies CRHA as a “troubled” agency due to a pattern of issues over the years. Sales said getting the finances correct alone will not change that status. “The only issue that we have so far in our audits is the physical conditions and so we’re working to address those issues,” Sales said. “We had our physical audit in March and all of the emergency work orders were addressed.”Another issue is tenant damage, which can also affect the HUD status in the audits. Sales said a maintenance plan will address this category. Redevelopment is underway and two sites have been transferred to a new ownership structure in which the CRHA owns the ground and a Limited Liability Company has been set up to own the buildings for a certain period of time. An entity controlled by CRHA known as the Community Development Corporation Commission controls the LLCs. This allows the projects to be financed through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) as well as other sources.“Technically, they are still our responsibility,” Sales said “We own the land. We own the management agreement. We have several loans attached to each development that will eventually either get paid back or get forgiven when we get the property back, get ownership of the property back in 16 years.” HUD oversight of the public housing projects will continue, but it will be different because there are different kinds of subsidized units. “We’ll have public housing units so one office will be inspecting them, and then another office will get inspections from LIHTC and gert inspections from HUD,” Sales said. The LIHTC units would be inspected by Virginia Housing, which issues the credits in the Commonwealth. Late this month, Virginia Housing’s Board of Commissioners approved low income housing tax credits for this year. Staff recommendations had been not to recommend credits for the first phase of redevelopment for Phase 1 of Sixth Street SE and additional credits for a second phase at South First Street. There are three vacancies on the CRHA Board of Commissioners and Charlottesville is taking applications through August 5. The terms of Commissioners Maddy Green and Laura Goldblatt expired at the end of June, and Green is not seeking reappointment after filling an unexpired term. Council will make the final appointments. New Hill Development Corporation gets $189K state grant for commercial kitchen incubatorA Charlottesville nonprofit created to increase wealth building opportunities for Black community members has been awarded a state grant to develop a place for culinary entrepreneurs to grow businesses. “The New Hill Development Corporation will stabilize and grow food and beverage manufacturing activity in the region by opening an 11,500-square-foot shared commercial kitchen incubator in order to provide food entrepreneurs with a cost-effective space to produce, package, store and distribute tradable manufactured products,” reads a press release for the latest Growing Opportunities grants from the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. The BEACON’s Kitchen project is the only recipient in this area. According to the release, the project will create 90 new jobs, 28 new businesses, and at least 30 new tradeable food products. New Hill is offering a Food Business Boot Camp on August 3 and August 4. (learn more)The New Hill Development Corporation was created in 2018 and received $500,000 from City Council late that year to create a small area plan for the Starr Hill neighborhood, the site of the razed Vinegar Hill neighborhood. The plan envisioned what a redeveloped City Yard might look like, but was converted into a “vision plan” by the city’s Neighborhood Development Services Department. Other GO Virginia grant recipients in June include:Accelerating Advanced Manufacturing Workforce - $530,000 for Laurel Ridge Community College “to build a strong workforce pipeline for Region 8 manufacturers by offering an advanced manufacturing sector-focused career pathway training program.”Technology Academies for Fauquier and Rappahannock Counties - $402,075 for school systems in those two localities to “develop college-level courses in robotics and drones to high school students and adult learners through a workforce development program.” Talent Supply Connector - $391,528 for Virginia Career Works Piedmont Region to create “a Career Pathway Guide for employers and developing a region-wide database of relevant training offerings” in an area that includes Greene, Louisa, and Nelson counties.Workforce and Entrepreneurship Initiatives in a Regional Makerspace - $324,000 for a company called Vector Space to “facilitate the implementation of expanded programming and equipment centered around workforce development and entrepreneurship for underserved populations” in Bedford and Campbell counties as well as the city of Lynchburg. Read the press release for more.Like the newsletter? 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First up we'll be discussing a new film titled Raised/Razed. It's a documentary by local filmmaker Lorenzo Dickerson and journalist Jordy Yager about the vibrant life and later destruction of Vinegar Hill, a historically Black neighborhood in downtown Charlottesville. And coming up after that we get some tips for taking local action on climate change from the Community Climate Collaborative.    Learn more and watch Raised/Razed: https://vpm.org/raisedrazed  Link to join Make Your Own Impact: https://theclimatecollaborative.org/myoi

Five Fridays in one month? What will they think of next? In any case, did you get enough showers this April? And, could someone remind me what May is for? I’ve lost my handbook of trivial facts that pepper up most installments of Charlottesville Community Engagement, a newsletter and podcast that strives to bring something of relevant importance each and every time. I’m the host, Sean Tubbs.What will happen if you sign up? You’ll get each and every newsletter sent to your inbox for free! Consider paying to guarantee more will be produced!On today’s program:The Virginia Senate Finance and Appropriations deals a mortal blow to Governor Youngkin’s gas tax holidayA quick look at the commercial and retail market in the Charlottesville areaThe spring running of Foxfield Races is tomorrow And a lawsuit is filed against the City of Charlottesville alleging violations of the Freedom of Information Act First shout-out: The Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign It’s springtime, and one Patreon supporter wants you to know the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign is a grassroots initiative of motivated citizens, volunteers, partner organizations, and local governments who want to promote the use of native plants. This spring the group is working with retailers across the region to encourage purchase of plants that belong here and are part of an ecosystem that depends on pollination. There are plenty of resources on the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Facebook page, so sign up to be notified of lectures, plant sales, and more!FOIA suit filed against CharlottesvilleA pair of activists and a journalist have filed suit against the City of Charlottesville seeking the release of documents they claim should be made available through the Freedom of Information Act. Attorney Jeff Fogel filed a petition Thursday in Charlottesville Circuit Court on behalf of Tanesha Hudson, Cherry Hanley of the People’s Coalition, and Dave McNair of The DTM who submitted two separate requests for information. One was on March 24, 2022. (read the petition)“For the years 2020 and 2021, all records concerning the settlement of claims of police misconduct, or other violation of constitutional rights, by the city or any of its employees, whether or not the claim was filed in an administrative or judicial agency.” A second request was submitted on April 4 which among other items sought the release of “all records concerning the settlement of claims of police misconduct.” The petition includes two exhibits of the results, which contain many redactions. Fogel argues that not all of the information was privileged under state law and that five settlement documents should have been made available as part of the FOIA request. “The above violations of the FOIA Act by Defendant, City of Charlottesville, deprives not only petitioners, but every citizen of the community and other interested persons, the rights granted to them under the provisions of the FOIA Act,” reads paragraph 27 of the petition. Paragraph 28 argues that the city’s policy of requiring non-disparagement clauses or non-disclosure agreements as part of settlement agreements is a violation of a person’s First Amendment rights. The petition seeks an opinion on that interpretation. According to the petition, Hudson settled a First Amendment claim with the city in August 2020 that required her to enter into a nondisclosure agreement. Exhibit A includes redacted correspondence between lawyers hired by both the city and former City Manager Tarron Richardson. Richardson filed suit last year in federal court alleging that the city violated the terms of a nondisparagement clause related to his departure from the city in September 2020. He withdrew from the case in a filing of voluntary dismissal on March 8. (read Exhibit A) (read Exhibit B)“The [Virginia Risk Sharing Association], as the City’s insurer, has the authority to settle a case,” wrote city attorney Lisa Robertson in a March 9 email to former Mayor Nikuyah Walker. “The VSRA attorney appointed to represent City Council dealt with Dr. Richardson’s attorney. No city funds are being paid out.”Walker had wanted more information on how the suit came to be dismissed. The former mayor had been named as a party in Richardson’s case, as had a former city attorney.“Virginia Risk Sharing Association did not assign an attorney to you, John Blair, or [former City Councilor] Heather Hill because Dr. Richardson never served any of you with process,” Robertson wrote. This story was originally out with the incorrected person attributed in the quotation above. A less drunken Foxfield? It’s time again for the annual spring running of the Foxfield Races. That means that Garth Road will be closed between Barracks Farm Road and Free Union Road between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. “Anyone not attending the event should avoid the area,” reads an email from the Albemarle County Police Department. “Keep in mind, heavy traffic delays should be expected until 5:30 pm, even after the roadway reopens.”This will be the first spring races since Foxfield has updated its policies on alcohol. Vehicles that park in tailgating spaces are only permitted two fifths of hard liquor, three bottles of wine, and three six-packs of beer, seltzer, or cider. Those who drive in are permitted to leave their vehicles within 48 hours of the conclusion of the races. Those with tickets for what’s known as the New Orange area are not allowed to bring in any alcohol at all, but can purchase from approved vendors. Several years ago, there was an attempt to sell the property that resulted in a lawsuit. Parts of the property are now under a conservation easement. Rent continues to increase for office and retail space in Charlottesville areaA major Virginia real estate company that specializes in commercial space has published its latest report on the Charlottesville market. Cushman Wakefield | Thalhimer begins with an overall assessment of the economy. “After experiencing its highest unemployment rate on record of 10.2 percent in April 2020, Charlottesville employment has rebounded to near pre-pandemic levels of more than 116,000,” reads the top of the retail report.The vacancy rate for office space is at 9 percent, but some of that is related to the placement of 359,000 square feet of space in the former State Farm Headquarters. Recently constructed space is beginning to fill in. “Apex Plaza delivered in the first quarter with a total of 187,000 square feet,” reads the office report. “Home to Apex Clean Energy and The Southern Environmental Law Center among other tenants.”The report also notes the CODE building is coming online with coworking space and traditional offices. The price to rent these spaces is also increasing. “Overall market rents reached north of $26 per square foot (psf), a historic high, and downtown Class A office rents are averaging north of $35 psf,” the report continues. The retail report notes that more than 155,000 square of retail space have been built since 2020, and more is on the way. “Projects like Albemarle Business Campus and Brookhill Town Center will bring continued growth to the market, delivering office and residential opportunities as well as restaurant and retail spaces, which are now pre-leasing,” reads the retail report.The average asking rent for retail is $19.04 per square foot. As for residential properties, I’ll be posting an anecdotal review of transactions early next week. Paid subscribers will get the first look before that content will go over to Information Charlottesville. Shout-outs for Raised/Razed screening, ebike demonstrationsIn today’s second and this subscriber-supported shout-outs, Preservation Piedmont wants you to know about this Saturday’s premiere of Raised/Razed, a film by filmmaker Lorenzo Dickerson and Jordy Yager about the life and destruction of Vinegar Hill, one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in Charlottesville. The Maupintown Media production charts the lives of residents over nearly a century as they built prosperity in the face of racially discriminatory policies at every level. The film will be willl be shown outdoors at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center at 8 p.m. Tickets are available on the center’s website with donations to be divided between seven Black-led organizations. On Sunday, May 1, from 2:00-4:00. A pair of interested ebike owners in town will be bringing their bikes to Meade Park, and anybody who's interested can stop by, ask questions, and take test rides. They will have some ebikes with seats for children. If you’re going, drop them a line in this form. Virginia Senate panel kills Youngkin bill for three-month waiver of fuel tax When Virginia legislators went to Richmond Wednesday to respond to Governor Youngkin’s 26 vetos and dozens of proposed amendments related to the official 2022 session, a Virginia Senate committee met to consider one of the only policy bills in the special session that’s currently underway.The Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee voted 12 to 3 on a motion to waive a bill to halt the motor fuel tax for a three month period. Chair Janet Howell said what Youngkin calls surplus funds are intended to pay for new infrastructure.“In 2020, the General Assembly made significant efforts to provide long-term, bipartisan transportation funding solutions and this included a two-year phased increase in gas taxes,” Howell said. Howell said the bill (HB 6001) would reduce available funding for new transportation projects and maintenance by around $437 million. “I also wanted to emphasize that other approaches supported by the Senate such as a tax rebate check or a refundable earned-income tax credit would likely be more effective options in providing relief to our citizens,” Howell said. Ser Stephen Newman (R-23) said the bill is intended as an emergency measure given the growth in inflation. “Over the last 12 months, the [Consumer Price Index for Urban Consumers] has increased by 8.5 percent, the largest 12 month increase since 1981,” Newman said. “In 2020 when the omnibus bill that [Howell] spoke about was passed, the CPI-U was 1 percent.” Newman said the average price of gas was $2.42 a gallon when the bill was passed, an amount that has increase to over $4 a gallon. He disputed the claim that maintenance programs will be affected by the three month waiver. ‘In comparison to past [Six Year Improvement Programs], VDOT’s construction program remains overfunded by over $600 million,” Newman said. Senator Richard Saslaw (D-35) said he didn’t think any money available for transportation should be taken away. “The condition of the roads in Northern Virginia, and I can’t say for the rest of the state, are the worst [I]have seen in the 42 years I’ve been in office,” Saslaw said. Saslaw described Braddock Road as a secondary road that carries 80,000 vehicles a day. “It looks like they have driven tanks up that road,” Saslaw said, “I have never seen roads torn up to the degree that they were and when we left the session in March, on my way home I hit a pothole.” Saslaw said it cost him $300 to get that fixed. The 12 votes to defeat the bill included Republican Senator Emmett W. Hanger (R-24). Moomaw article on 2022 House race is a must-readFor the past few months, I’ve been trying to keep track of a federal lawsuit seeking a House of Delegates election in 2022, a year off of the regular schedule. If that happens, things would have to move very quickly. If you’ve not followed this case, I highly recommend reading Graham Moomaw’s article posted today on Virginia Mercury that goes in-depth into what could be a historic election. Local vehicular fatalities in Albemarle To close up the show today, following up with something from a previous story this month. Earlier this month, the Department of Motor Vehicles reported that Virginia hit a 14-year high in traffic fatalities in 2021, and that the state is on track to surpass that amount this year. Looking locally, there were 16 total fatalities on roads in Albemarle County in 2021, including on Interstate 64. 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After today, there are only two more days in April. After today, there are 247 days left in 2022. But for now, it is still April 28 and this is the appropriate Charlottesville Community Engagement. After this installment, is it my hope that you will know slightly more than you did before. I cannot quantify precisely. I am Sean Tubbs, the host and producer.Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts in your email, become a free subscriber. To keep them coming, become a paid one! On today’s program:The Jefferson Madison Regional Library is celebrating National Poetry Month today with a series of scrolls The General Assembly takes action on Governor Youngkin’s vetoes and recommendations More documents filed in the Goldman v. Brink case to force a 2022 House of Delegates electionThe Virginia Film Festival is taking submissions and Virginians get a breakCharlottesville City Council approves a rezoning for 170 units in the Fry’s Spring areaAn update on the elevators at Midway ManorFirst-shout is for the Saturday premiere of Raised/RazedIn today’s first subscriber-supported shout-out, Preservation Piedmont wants you to know about this Saturday’s premiere of Raised/Razed, a film by filmmaker Lorenzo Dickerson and Jordy Yager about the life and destruction of Vinegar Hill, one of the oldest African American neighborhoods in Charlottesville. The Maupintown Media production charts the lives of residents over nearly a century as they built prosperity in the face of racially discriminatory policies at every level. The film will be willl be shown outdoors at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center at 8 p.m. Tickets are available on the center’s website with donations to be divided between seven Black-led organizations. Visit https://jeffschoolheritagecenter.org/ to learn more. General Assembly convenes for veto session Virginia legislators returned to Richmond yesterday to continue the 2022 regular session of the General Assembly by responding to vetoes and recommendations from Governor Glenn Youngkin. Before both the House of Delegates and Senate convened at noon, the House Democratic Caucus met and ousted minority leader Eileen Filler-Corn. Brandon Jarvis of the Virginia Political Newsletter reports a secret ballot motion to remove Filler-Corn passed with 25 votes. That’s the minimum required by caucus by-laws. There are 48 Democrats in the 100-member House of Delegates. Jarvis reports a motion to remove Delegate Charniele Herring failed. There was no vote for a new leader. In total, Youngkin had vetoed 26 bills and made recommended changes to 117 others. David Blount, legislative liaison for the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, reports in his update to area officials that none of the vetoes were overridden. Blount reports that no action was taken on the state budget, but the chair of the Senate Finance and Appropriations Committee had an update. “We’re working to resolve our differences while also maintaining the Senate position as it relates to the importance of funding core services, especially in the areas of education and health and human services,” said Senator Janet Howell. For a full recap of the action on the vetoes and recommendations, check out the Virginia Mercury’s coverage.We’ll hear more from Howell in tomorrow’s installment of Charlottesville Community Engagement. Attorney General’s office files briefs in 2022 House race caseThe final round of briefs in a federal case to force a House of Delegates race this November may have been filed this week. Richmond Attorney Paul Goldman filed suit against the Board of Elections last year claiming the certification of winning candidates in the 2021 race was not valid because the districts are outdated because they are based on the 2010 Census.In March. the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals sent the case back to the Eastern District of Virginia to answer the question of whether Goldman has the right to have filed the suit. In a new brief filed on Monday, Solicitor General Andrew Ferguson argues Goldman does not have standing. “Goldman’s brief is long on rhetoric but falls short on standing—the only question the Fourth Circuit authorized this Court to answer,” reads the motion. “He offers no explanation of how he has suffered the sort of particularized injury-in-fact that Article III requires for any plaintiff who wants to invoke federal jurisdiction.”The brief goes on to argue that the action by the Virginia Supreme Court to adopt new legislative boundaries in late December did nothing to invalidate the elections of 2021. “The Supreme Court merely drew the maps for the next election,” the motion continues. “The Commonwealth of Virginia’s conduct of the 2021 election did not violate the United States Constitution.”The brief also argues that a federal judicial order to hold a state election this year would be intrusive and would lead to “judicially created confusion.”  The state also argues that oral argument on this question is not necessary.In response, Goldman filed a surrebuttal arguing that the state’s latest motion introduced new matters that he deserves to have the right to respond to. On Tuesday, Judge David Novak issued an order supporting Goldman’s request to consider a case called Avery v. Midland County as he reviews how to proceed with the case. JMRL celebrating Poem in Your Pocket DayIf you happen to be on the Charlottesville Downtown Mall today, you may have someone approach you with a small scroll. If so, take it, and rejoice that you have been handed an item of poetry. The Jefferson Madison Regional Library is once again celebrating Poem in Your Pocket Day at several locations throughout the area.“On this annual international day honoring the power of poetry to inspire and delight, children, teens and adults are invited to stop by any JMRL library branch to pick out a poem scroll tied with a bow,” reads the information release for the day. “Unwrap it, and possibilities unfold: read it to yourself, share it with someone close (or even a stranger), or just tuck it in your pocket for a rainy day.” The library system has teamed up with local businesses and other organizations for this occasion. Partners include: 2nd Act Books, Botanical Fare, Chaps, Mudhouse (Downtown), Splendora’s Gelato (Shops at Stonefield), UVA Medical Center, and Virginia Discovery Museum.There’s also a virtual program at 2 p.m. with “An Afternoon with Laura Shovan.”  The poet and children’s author will discuss her work with Supervising Children’s Librarian Tasha Birckhead. Shovan is the author of The Last Fifth Grade of Emerson Elementary. Tonight at 7 p.m. there will a Poetry in the Park at Market Street Park next to the library. Everyone is to read their favorite poem at an open mic event. That goes through 8:30 p.m. Virginia Film Festival waiving fees for Virginia filmmakersThe Virginia Film Festival is six months away but time is running shorter to enter your submission. If you live within the Commonwealth or attend a school here, you can send in your work without having to pay a fee. “The VAFF showcases celebrated new narrative and documentary features, independent and international projects, fresh perspectives on timeless classics, and local filmmakers from throughout Virginia,” reads the submission webpage.For those outside Virginia, the Early Bird Deadline is June 6, 2022 and you can submit a feature for $30 or a short for $10. For reference, features are anything over 31 minutes. The regular deadline is June 27, 2022 and those fees go up to $50 and $25 respectively. Students from all over the world can submit their work, regardless of length, for $10. The 2022 Virginia Film Festival begins November 2 and runs through November 6. Second shout-out is for the Rivanna River Fest and an E-Bike demoIn today’s second Patreon-fueled shout-out, did you know we are now in the middle of the Rivanna River Fest? A host of partners including the Rivanna Conservation Alliance and the Nature Conservancy are holding a series of events this week to celebrate that waterway that helps define urban Albemarle and Charlottesville. This all culminates in the main event this Sunday, May 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rivanna River Company on the banks of the Rivanna. This includes the Rivanna River Paddle Race, the virtual Fix a Leak Family 5K, There will also be Water Quality Monitoring Demonstrations, City Nature Challenge, Pop-up Environmental Education Activities, and a Guided Bird Walk at Riverview Park. Learn more at rivannariver.org!In the same area on the same day, there will be an ebike demo day at Meade Park this Sunday, May 1, from 2:00-4:00. A pair of interested ebike owners in town will be bringing their bikes, and anybody who's interested can stop by, ask questions, and take test rides. They will have some ebikes with seats for children. If you’re going, drop them a line in this form. Council considering amendment of Friendship Court agreementThe current Charlottesville City Council had the chance this month to check in with the redevelopment of Friendship Court. The Piedmont Housing Alliance came before Council on April 18 with a request to amend an agreement that governs a $6 million forgivable loan granted in November 2020 for the first phase. The amendment is a technical one because the full amount had not been allocated by Council in a subsequent budget cycle. Brenda Kelley is the redevelopment manager for the city of Charlottesville, a position currently housed in the Office of Community Solutions. “This request is not asking for additional funding,” Kelley said. “This funding is already approved in this current budget.” Council had no issue with the amendment. “This was kind of staggered mostly because of COVID,” said City Councilor Sena Magill. “Friendship Court was really trying to help ease some of the potential future unknown burden that we might be facing with COVID.” The item will require a second reading and it will be on the consent agenda for the May 2 meeting. Construction of the first phase of Friendship Court is now underway. See also: Council approves agreement for Friendship Court funding, October 30, 2020 Council approves rezoning for 240 Stribling, new agreement to pay for sidewalksCharlottesville City Council has voted to rezone nearly 12 acres of land in the Fry’s Spring neighborhood in order for Southern Development to build 170 units. They also voted for the first time on a proposal that would tie a specific infrastructure project to increased revenues that will be generated by higher property taxes. “This is going to allow us to get infrastructure that we need in that part of the city that we would not have otherwise done,” said Councilor Brian Pinkston. Approval came at the April 18, 2022 meeting. Last year, the City Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning but only if Stribling Avenue would be upgraded as part of the development.Southern Development agreed to loan the city $2.9 million to pay for sidewalks and drainage on Stribling Avenue. Interim City Manager Michael C. Rogers recommended against the agreement as it was written at Council’s first reading on March 21. “We did have discussions with the developer, [Charlie] Armstrong, and we did come to agreement, a funding agreement,” Rogers said The amended agreement would keep the loan at $2.9 million. The idea has always been that Southern Development would be paid back through the tax revenue generated by higher assessments based on the new development. The initial agreement would have given Southern Development 100 percent of the new tax revenue, but that would have been against the city’s policy to allocate a percentage of new real estate tax funds towards education. “We negotiated that it would be 60 / 40 and 60 percent would go to repay the loan,” Rogers said. “And we agreed for that arrangement, it would be a longer financing agreement.” The city will also allocate $1.3 million funding in the Capital Improvement Program for the project as well to cover the costs and possible overruns. “And from discussions with the engineer, that should be enough to cover the project,” Rogers said. Armstrong said the $2.9 million will be available to the city shortly.“The agreement stipulates that we would have those funds available and drawable by the city before we can pull a land disturbing permit,” Armstrong said. City engineer Jack Dawson said he did not have a timeline when the roadway would be upgraded, but said planning work on Stribling would commence on July 1 if not before. “Which means finding a consultant, doing the planning, community outreach, all of the things that go into development of a project of this size,” Dawson said. Charlottesville Mayor Lloyd Snook was persuaded to proceed. “If the neighbors’ concern is that somehow the developer is going to withhold the construction of the community assets until everything else is done, that’s not going to be happening,” Snook said. Armstrong said he is hoping to be under construction within 12 to 18 months. The project will be constructed in 20 phases. Snook said the intersection of Stribling and Jefferson Park Avenue Extended also needs to be improved. “That’s the kind of thing it strikes me as a manageable problem and one that we can continue to work toward for solutions,” Snook said. “It doesn’t seem to me to be an insurmountable problem.” Deputy City Manager Sam Sanders said Council would get an update in the future on how Stribling would be maintained at a time when construction of both 240 Stribling and the upgrade to the street are underway.“We will bring back to you more details on how we will manage this project unlike maybe how we’ve done other projects in the past because this one is such a significantly complicated and somewhat controversial project,” Sanders said. Councilor Michael Payne said the city should be able to better analyze how much economic value a developer gets for lots that are rezoned. “So that we can understand our position vis-a-vis the developer in a situation like this when we are in a way going to be informally negotiating,” Payne said. “I will say I don’t think that we were perhaps were careful in our analysis in setting ourselves up for this.” Payne voted in favor of the rezoning and the agreement, which passed unanimously. Midway Manor Elevator updateFinally today, in Tuesday’s program, there was a section on Council’s approval of the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority’s approval of $23 million in tax-exempt bonds to cover the costs of purchasing and renovating Midway Manor. Councilor Michael Payne had expressed concern about a faulty elevator. I checked in with Standard Communities and received this statement yesterday.“We continue to plan for a comprehensive renovation and upgrade of Midway Manor, which is expected to begin later this year in conjunction with the implementation of extended affordability protections for the property. Recognizing that the elevators were in need of more immediate attention, we have accelerated the modernization of both elevators at the property, with on-site work currently underway. In efforts to minimize disruption to residents, one elevator car is being worked on at a time, with the entire project expected to be complete within the next 8 weeks.” - Steven Kahn, Director, Standard CommunitiesTing will match your initial paid subscription to this newsletter!For one year now, Town Crier Productions has a promo with Ting! Are you interested in fast internet? 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Irish author Colm Tóibín is among the world's most celebrated contemporary writers. His works includes novels such as Nora Webster and The Blackwater Lightship, but also journalism, criticism, drama and more. His book Brooklyn was adapted into an Oscar-nominated film starring Saoirse Ronan, and his writing has been translated into over thirty languages. Colm has explored the experiences of other novelists and creative thinkers in his writing. His recent title, The Magician, traced the life of German writer Thomas Mann, and his book The Master, an international literary sensation, told the story of the novelist Henry James. Alongside the release of his debut collection of poems, Vinegar Hill, Colm gives fellow Irish writer Helen Cullen an insight into how he works, taking her through his writing process, how he gathers his ideas and his approach to refining his work. They explore the differences and similarities in techniques of writing prose and poetry, and how influence can be drawn from outside the literary world. Helen discovers what it is like to immerse oneself in the creative of mind of figures such as Henry James, and how it shaped Colm as a writer. Presenter: Helen Cullen Readings: Matthew Durkan Producer: Sam Peach Executive Producer: Rebecca Armstrong for the BBC World Service

After more than a dozen novels and collections of short stories, Irish writer ColmTóibín recently published his first book of poetry. His new collection, Vinegar Hill, examines a wide range of subjects: from mortality, religion, and the current political climate, to the power of poetry in life's most important moments. To celebrate Poetry Month, Tóibín read some of his poems to Scott Simon on Weekend Edition Saturday, and said that he wanted to write without the usual adornments of poetry. In a way, he hopes the simplicity of his writing will have more expression and power.

To celebrate National Poetry Month, we talk to acclaimed author Colm Tóibín about his debut poetry collection, Vinegar Hill, which discusses religion, death, sexuality, and the pandemic.

This morning we talk to Colm Tóibín in New York about his debut poetry collection, Vinegar Hill.From the best-selling author of Brooklyn, Nora Webster, The Master, and the recent The Magician Colm Tóibín's first collection of poetry explores sexuality, religion, and belonging through a modern lens.‘Fans of Colm Tóibín's novels will relish the opportunity to re-encounter Tóibín in verse. Vinegar Hill explores the liminal space between private experiences and public events as Tóibín examines a wide range of subjects—politics, queer love, reflections on literary and artistic greats, living through COVID, and facing mortality. The poems reflect a life well-traveled and well-lived; from growing up in the town of Enniscorthy, wandering the streets of Dublin, and crossing the bridges of Venice to visiting the White House, readers will travel through familiar locations and new destinations through Tóibín's unique lens.Within this rich collection of poems written over the course of several decades, shot through with keen observation, emotion, and humor, Tóibín offers us lines and verses to provoke, ponder, and cherish.' (Penguin Random House)Intro/outro music: Colm Mac Con Iomaire, ‘Thou Shalt Not Carry' from The Hare's Corner, 2008, with thanks to Colm for permission to use it.Artwork by Freya SirrTo subscribe to Books for Breakfast go to your podcast provider of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google etc) and search for the podcast then hit subscribe or follow, or simply click the appropriate button above. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/books4breakfast)

Emerging Revolutionary War welcomes all the way from the Ireland, historian and archaeologist Damian Shiels to talk about the Irish 1798 rebellion, the Battle of Vinegar Hill, and how archaeology has helped define the battlefield.

My guest in this week's Book Club podcast is Colm Toibin. Best known as a novelist, Colm's new book is his first collection of poetry, Vinegar Hill. He tells me about coming late to poetry, the freedoms and austerities it offers, and why writing isn't fun. Plus: surviving cancer and outstaying his St Patrick's Day welcome at the White House…

My guest in this week's Book Club podcast is Colm Toibin. Best known as a novelist, Colm's new book is his first collection of poetry, Vinegar Hill. He tells me about coming late to poetry, the freedoms and austerities it offers, and why writing isn't fun. Plus: surviving cancer and outstaying his St Patrick's Day welcome at the White House…

The Verb, Ian McMillan's regular foray into the world of language and literature, explores how travel writing, poetry and translation can ferry the reader across language, culture and time with Colm Tóibín on his first poetry collection Vinegar Hill; travel writer Sara Wheeler; Nandini Das, whose special interest is cross-cultural encounters and poet and translator Peter Robinson.

During the decades when Indianapolis and its downtown were far from vibrant, Naptown was frequently used - along with "India-NO-Place" - as a derisive nickname for the lackluster Hoosier capital. But the actual origin of the Naptown nickname is much different than the negative connotation it later came to have, and the original intent was not to insult or disrespect the city, according to Steve Barnett, Marion County Historian.  Steve says the nickname was coined during the 1920s by African-American jazz musicians and performers who visited Indianapolis. As a creative and even affectionate way to refer to the city, they began stressing the fourth syllable in the city's name, and that usage of "Naptown" was picked up by GIs stationed in the city during World War II.  In addition to serving as a board member of the Marion County Historical Society, Steve is the executive director of the Irvington Historical Society, and will be Nelson's guest to discuss the history and evolution of nicknames for the Hoosier capital. They have included Indy (by far the most popular in the 21st century), Circle City, Crossroads of America, Amateur Sports Capital and, during the 19th century, Railroad City. Steve also will share insights about historic nicknames for neighborhoods in the Hoosier capital. These monikers - some of them discarded decades ago - have included Stringtown, Vinegar Hill, Cottontown, Irish Hill, the Levee and Brickville. Stringtown continues to be used to describe a neighborhood across the White River just west of downtown. With the coming of the National Road (now U.S. 40) to Indianapolis during the 1830s and the building of a bridge across the river, many houses were "strung" along both sides of the roadway, according to Steve's research.  As Indianapolis grew during the 19th century, neighborhoods often were given nicknames by the police "for easy identification," Steve says. Some nicknames for the city benefited from a push by civic and business leaders. In 1926, the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce adopted "Crossroads of America" as the organization's promotional nickname for the Hoosier capital, according to a column Steve recently wrote for the Weekly View, a newspaper that covers the eastside. During the early 1970s, when "Naptown" had become widely used as a disparaging term, civic leader Frank McKinney Jr. announced an advertising campaign intended to promote "Indy," according to Steve's column. By that point, "Indy" already had been adopted by race drivers, mechanics and other auto enthusiasts. McKinney, a bank president, expressed the hope that broader usage of the nickname would "polish the image of the city."

durée : 00:43:35 - Par les temps qui courent - par : Marie Richeux, Jeanne Aléos, Romain de Becdelievre - Ce soir, voyage en Californie avec Herman Dune, à l'occasion de la sortie de "Notes from Vinegar Hil"l son nouvel album qui paraît 20 ans après "Turn of the light", enregistré pendant le confinement, et inspiré du quartier de Vinegar Hill de San Pedro. - réalisation : Jean-Christophe Francis, Lise-Marie Barré - invités : Herman Dune Musicien

durée : 00:43:35 - Par les temps qui courent - par : Marie Richeux, Jeanne Aléos, Romain de Becdelievre - Ce soir, voyage en Californie avec Herman Dune, à l'occasion de la sortie de "Notes from Vinegar Hil"l son nouvel album qui paraît 20 ans après "Turn of the light", enregistré pendant le confinement, et inspiré du quartier de Vinegar Hill de San Pedro. - réalisation : Jean-Christophe Francis, Lise-Marie Barré - invités : Herman Dune Musicien

Today's Patreon-fueled shout-out is for the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign, an initiative that wants you to grow native plants in yards, farms, public spaces and gardens in the northern Piedmont. Native plants provide habitat, food sources for wildlife, ecosystem resiliency in the face of climate change, and clean water.  Start at the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Facebook page and tell them Lonnie Murray sent you! In today’s edition:A summary of a recent steering committee of the Cville Plans Together initiative What do the three Democratic candidates for two party nominations think about the process to date? The steering committee overseeing the Cville Plans Together initiative met on May 19 to take a mid-month review of the latest round of the public engagement efforts. To recap, Rhodeside & Harwell is overseeing an update of the city's Comprehensive Plan as well as a rewrite of the city's zoning code. They’ve already produced an affordable housing strategy that City Council adopted in March. (review the plan) In February 2019, Council voted to approve spending up to $1 million to hire an outside consultant to take over oversight of the Comprehensive Plan. For background, read my story from then to explain the reasons behind the decision. The latest version of the schedule for the processThe work got underway in January 2020 and continued during the pandemic with virtual meetings. There were two previous community engagement periods last year in addition to the one underway now. Jennifer Koch is a project manager with Rhodeside & Harwell."We fully recognize there are folks in the community who may not have been aware of this process that was going," Koch said. "We've been working hard to reach folks but it's been quite a year... We've been doing a lot of virtual engagement for the past year and we don't anticipate that will completely go away as we move forward but we also know it's really nice to speak with people in person."  First, members of the steering committee had the opportunity to weigh in. One of them is City Councilor Michael Payne, who will be one of five votes to adopt the Comprehensive Plan and the updated zoning code sometime next year. At this stage, he wanted to suggest a change in the title of one of the draft chapters."With the Economic Prosperity and Opportunity [chapter], I know it mentions community wealth building in the update but I still wonder if it may make more sense for the chapter itself to be focused on community wealth building, again to try to gear that chapter towards more system change thinking about things like community land trusts, community development corporations, [and] community gardens all interconnect as a system for wealth creation that's different than the normal way of doing economic development," Payne said. Seven draft chapters of the Comprehensive Plan are available for review (download)Christine Jacobs, the interim executive director of the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, applauded language about regional partnerships. However, she wanted her organization to be more specifically referenced given the number of bodies it runs on which Charlottesville City Councilors serve. "The TJPDC does have the Charlottesville-Albemarle MPO," Jacobs said. "It also has the Regional Transit Partnership and the Regional Housing Partnership." Diana Dale represents the leaders of neighborhood associations in the city, some of which have expressed concern about too much density. She drew attention to the chapter on Land Use, Urban Form, and Historic and Cultural Preservation. "And I'm thinking in particular of goal two," Dale said, reading from the chapter summary. "Protect and enhance existing distinct identitiess of the city's older neighborhoods while promoting housing options, a mix of uses, and sustainble reuses in the community." Dale said some residents of neighborhoods are concerned that some of their portions have been changed from low-intensity to medium-intensity, such as most of the Lewis Mountain neighborhood and some of the Martha Jefferson neighborhood. That could allow between four to 12 units per lot, but that will remain unclear until it is time to rewrite the zoning code. “What is aspirational? And what is actually codifiable?” Dale asked. The zoning rewrite will be conducted by the firm Code Studio, a subcontractor whose work will be informed by the affordable housing plan and the Future Land Use Map. “I’m not certain that we have a whole lot of the answers,” said Lee Einsweiler of Code Studio. “We were hoping we could work through things at the more generalized level of the Future Land Use Map and then begin to craft strategies for implementing those tools.” Einsweiler said that each category on the future land use map will not be represented by a single zoning district. “There would be two, three, four implementing zoning districts that might all have appropriate strategies for different types of the community but those can’t quite be figured out until we can understand where they are likely to be applied,” said Lee Einsweiler. Dale remained concerned. “The vagueness is not helping people’s confidence in the plan,” Dale said.The Lewis Mountain Neighborhood has been designated as medium intensity in the draft future land use map. (interactive map)Dale also expressed concern about the impacts of a more people on the existing infrastructure. She said roads might need to be widened to accommodate additional traffic, and stated the city has issues delivering on infrastructure projects such as frequent buses and a consistent bike and sidewalk network. “The guidance is recommending multimodal strategies, and that’s going to take time and funding to implement and that’s been a long struggle for a lot of improvements over time for those of who have been in the city,” Dale said. There are 19 neighborhoods across the city, and the 2007 Comprehensive Plan contains an entire appendix of specific requests from neighborhoods that came from a city-wide design day arranged by a now-defunct non-profit called the Charlottesville Community Design Center. That approach was abandoned for the 2013 Comprehensive Plan and the 2017 process did not seek a thorough capturing of what residents of neighborhoods wanted. Ashley Davies, who represents the Charlottesville Area Development Roundtable on the steering committee, suggested an approach that built upon previous efforts to plan at a neighborhood level. “I think people are hungry to give you feedback that is more specific to their area and I think it’s a shame that we can’t have the time right now to do the small area planning because I think that’s what a lot of people want to inform the land use plan,” Davies said.  Neighborhood plans were drafted in the 2007 plan, as described on page 285. If you’re a Charlottesville resident, what was said about your neighborhood? (download the plan)There’s a lot of discussion of what role the Future Land Use Map plays. Is it advisory? If so, what does that mean? Ron Sessoms is with Rhodeside and Harwell.“The future land use map is a critical component of a Comprehensive Plan and sets the stage for the city’s long-term vision of how it’s going to grow,” said Ron Sessoms of Rhodeside & Harwell (RHI). “You can think of this as the 10,000 foot view of the city and defining where there are opportunities for growth.” Sessoms said the land use map is a guide for development, but is not binding like zoning. “As we think about the future land use map, it’s much more broad and the zoning code is much more detailed with specifics of what it means to fulfil the future land use map,” Sessoms said. The medium intensity residential category is new with this comp plan update, and encourages construction between four and 12 units per lot. Sessoms said that did not have to be out of scale with existing buildings. “They can be integrated into the fabric of a neighborhood,” Sessoms said. “They don’t have to be five stories to get fourplexes or any of the medium intensity development types.” Ashley Davies said she liked that the future land use map begins a process of reducing the amount of areas colored as low-intensity residential, but thought there should be some sense of what types of housing units are prioritized. “It seems to me the strategy for adding units in the city and adding residential, maybe we need to talk about the hierarchy of that can truly happen in Charlottesville,” Davies said. Dale said the Martha Jefferson Neighborhood Association’s Board of Directors supports soft density by adding accessory units and permitting apartments within structures. But they don’t support being colored as medium intensity. “Is there an opportunity to merge the ambitions of transforming Charlottesville to general residential, which is a big step to begin with, and to merge some of the intentions of the medium intensity?” Dale asked. “I recognize this may happen as you move to more strata, more levels of medium density.”This draft also includes a name change for Low Density Residential to General Residential, which recommends up to three units per lot. Lena Seville, a Belmont resident who is on the steering committee, wanted to know why General Residential didn’t recommend allowing four units per lot. “There are plenty of little houses that are split into four,” Seville said. “At two stories, it’s four apartments. They’re easier to build. They mirror each other. They have the same footprint.”Much of what is happening in Charlottesville is patterned off an effort in Minneapolis, where their City Council voted to permit duplexes and triplexes in all R-1 areas. Here’s Lee Einsweiler with Code Studio again. “You may have followed the exercise in Minneapolis in which they began talking about four but ended up adopting three,” Einsweiler said. “Part of the conversation was about the likelihood that the existing house would be replaced as opposed to split. The three is most likely an additional building on the property and a main unit carved out of the main house.” At the meeting, some members expressed concern about a perceived lack of engagement. Valerie Washington represents the Charlottesville Low Income Housing Coalition. “While this process has been going on for a while now there are still many folks in the community that I’ve spoken to who have no idea about this process,” Washington said. “Is there any plan to really put some education out there for folks who are having difficulty understanding the planning process so they can better participate?”LaToya Thomas of the firm Brick and Story acknowledges that many people are not knowledgeable in planning issues, but the Cville Plans Together initiative wants to educate more people especially as the pandemic recedes.“We are reaching out to as many people that we can get connected to, but we also know that many of you are connected to folks and so we will continue to make ourselves available if there are groups of folks that you want to convene,” Thomas said. Dale suggested a pause while people get caught up on the planning process. That would give people the chance to read the many recommendations in the affordable housing plan adopted by Council in March. “Most of the community doesn’t really understand how it informs the plan,” Dale said. “It was previewed with the public last fall when everyone had their head down dealing with Zoom school and Zoom work and health care and everything else. It was a 100-year health event.”The housing plan was adopted in March 2021 and informed the development of Future Land Use Map (download)S. Lisa Herndon is a Realtor on the steering committee who wants to see a map that depicts where redlining occurred which overlays areas proposed for more intense development. “Going back to the history of Vinegar Hill and Gospel Hill, there [are] communities that were negatively impacted and now we’re going through redevelopment again and we see a lack of equity in terms of participation and I see nothing within this which shows where we were and how we’re going to prevent that negative effect in communities of African-American historical context,” Hernson said. “I don’t see that.” Sunshine Mathon, executive director of the Piedmont Housing Alliance, said he has been through this process in other communities where he has worked.  He reminded people the intent of the initiative is to guide change. “One of the things that gets lost in the translation is that change is constant and people have this assumption that their neighborhoods are a thing and have always been that thing which is fundamentally not true,” Mathon said. “One of the changes that we are seeing across the city regardless of the form of the city, one of the real changes is a dramatic increase in the cost of living in the city. That’s a fundamental change. The plan itself can’t be the change that solves that on its own, but it is an ingredient in that tool set.”Comments will be accepted through June 13 now that a two-week extension has been granted. The Planning Commission is expected to have a work session on June 29. You’re reading to Charlottesville Community Engagement and time for another subscriber-supported public service announcement. It’s becoming more and more safe to go out and check out live music. If you’re interested in going out and hearing people who have been waiting to get out and play, check out the Charlottesville Jazz Society and their running list of events! The Charlottesville Jazz Society is dedicated to the promotion, preservation and perpetuation of all jazz, and that the best thing you can do now is to go check out some music.Last week, the Martha Jefferson Neighborhood Association held a candidate forum for the three Democratic candidates running for two party nominations. The Future Land Use Map and the Comprehensive Plan came up. Moderator Paul Miller asked this question:“Charlottesville is currently undergoing a significant update in Comprehensive land use plan and zoning in decades,” Miller said. “Proposals significantly change the approach to residential areas, eliminating single-family lot zoning and replacing it with three new categories that allow increasing densities of multifamily through subdivision, infill and redevelopment. A significant section of the Martha Jefferson Neighborhood may undergo significant change. Since the vote on these proposals will occur under the next City Council, we hope you have been paying attention. What do you think of the public engagement process that has been conducted under the pandemic? What do you think about these new approaches to residential areas to address housing and affordability issues?” Juandiego Wade went first. To hear the full response, listen to the podcast version. The following text are just highlights. “We know that single lot zoning was established as an exclusionary type of zoning many, many, many years ago and we’re dealing with that today,” Wade said. “As a Councilor, I would have a more engaged public input process because I had input on the last process but it was virtual and I think this was as engaged as it should be.” “Maybe we need to look at some type of rezoning but I think there’s so much more we can do before we touch that third rail,” Wade added. “Like work with the University of Virginia to address affordable housing and that is something that they are doing. Work with places like Habitat for Humanity and [Albemarle Home Improvement Program] to address that. But more importantly, also get the localities to address affordable housing. Right now Charlottesville is the main player in the game putting in $6 million or $7 million in and I think the place I work for, Albemarle County, is putting in barely $1 million in. We need to get other players as well and I think that would alleviate some of the burden on Charlottesville.”Next, Carl Brown but did not seem to directly address the Cville Plans Together initiative in his response. “The Realtor’s association is a big player in this that we haven’t included and haven’t been included for a long-time in terms of how we solve this problem,” Brown said. “There are a lot of individuals in this area but we don’t bring them all together. (S. Lisa Herndon represents the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors on the steering committee. Here is a link to the full list of members.) Brian Pinkston went next. “Two year ago we were all talking about having a plan for affordable housing when I ran and by golly if they didn’t go out what I think is a decent consultant,” Pinkston said. “I feel like the affordable housing plan… is a strong good plan. The density is one component of it, but only one component of it. There’s a whole lot of other stuff that’s included that plan.”“I largely agree with the sentiments of the folks on the Planning Commission that are really working with the consultant to have higher density,” Pinkston said. “I think we need to think closely about what increased density looks like and how we can operationalize that as opposed to just talking about it. My sense in looking at the map and the conversations I’ve had is that it is a tad too aggressive. I don’t think we’re ready for that. Having said that, I think we’re ready for something. We’re ready for accessory dwelling units. We’re ready for soft density. I do think we need to put out money where our moral mouth is in terms of creating affordability and part of that is going to be a denser city.” Pinkston said the real details will come in with the zoning ordinance. What do you think? Have you made your comment? Benefiting from the information? Consider supporting this effort financially. 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In today’s Patreon-fueled shout-out...your local energy nonprofit, LEAP, offers FREE home weatherization to income- and age-qualifying residents. If you’re age 60 or older, or have an annual household income of less than $75,100, you may qualify for a free energy assessment and home energy improvements such as insulation and air sealing. Sign up today to lower your energy bills, increase comfort, and reduce energy waste at home!On today’s show:Charlottesville Mayor Walker will seek a second term on Council following soul searching  Three Democrats seeking two party nominations answer questions from the Martha Jefferson NeighborhoodIn February 2020, Charlottesville Mayor Nikuyah Walker declared she would seek a second term back, but has so far not participated in any of the candidate forums that have been open to all candidates. Earlier this week, Walker said she would decide on whether to run by the end of the week. On Friday, she once again took to Facebook Live to tell her followers that City Council has always been fractious. “But of course when you put a Black woman at the center of this, and a Black woman who is really unafraid to kind of be on the frontlines of a battle by herself, that has really changed the lengths of what people are willing to go to attempt to destroy me,” Walker said. Walker said she has felt under attack her entire time on Council, but has been ready to do the work. She ran as an independent in 2017 and was the top vote-getter in a race for two seats with 7,906 votes. The person who came in second that year, Heather Hill, opted not to run for re-election. That makes Walker the first incumbent to seek re-election since Kathy Galvin in 2015. Results from the 2017 election on the cvillepedia page for that eventWalker said will run again in order to carry on her fight against racism, despite the toll public service has taken on her.“I’m not choosing me, even though I’m exhausted, my hair is turning gray, someone asked me last night ‘what is your body is telling you?’, and my body is telling me that you all will destroy me,” Walker said. ”But then there’s a flip side to all of the people who I talk to when I see them randomly who say ‘I’m a little more comfortable in this world’ because I get to watch you in it.’”Walker will be on the ballot with fellow independent Yas Washington. Washington had campaigned as a Democrat but failed the qualify for the ballot in the June 8 primary. Three other Democrats did qualify, and they met on Thursday at a campaign forum held by the Martha Jefferson Neighborhood Association. UVA Project Manager Brian Pinkston and Locust Grove resident went first when it was time to give speeches. Pinkston ran for the Democratic nomination in 2019 and placed fourth.“The reason I’m running for Council is simply because I think I have something to offer,” Pinkston said. “I feel like my professional background and my personal temperament and just the desire to see good things happen for the city are such that I have something to contribute.”  Pinkston said he is a good listener who can work toward compromise. He said he would work to implement the affordable housing plan adopted by Council in March, which includes an annual $10 million in projects to bring the cost of housing below market. Pinkston also supports the reconfiguration of the city’s middle schools and reopening the search for a new city manager next year. “We’ve been really fortunate to have Chip Boyles in the position now but we’re going to have to recruit for that position so I want that process to be open [and] transparent,” Pinkston said.Carl Brown is a native Charlottesville resident whose grandfather C.H. Brown was a builder back in the 1960’s. “My grandfather was a stable in helping the first housing crisis that they had back in the 60’s when they were transferring from Vinegar Hill to Westhaven so my grandfather was able to be creative and create cinderblock homes in the 12th Street area for low-income housing so I have some ideas about community service and work and what needs to be done at the ground level,” Brown said. Brown said he is a team player and cited experience playing sports at Charlottesville High School. He said he has been working behind the scenes for nearly 30 years on legal and housing issues.“I run my own consultant business and so I do management development consulting and I still work with the reentry population, the schools, just getting kids to have a vision of their own success,” Brown said. Juandiego Wade came to Charlottesville to get a master’s in urban and environmental planning at the University of Virginia. He met his wife and opted to settle here. He’ll finish sixteen years on the Charlottesville School Board at the end of 2021. Wade said Charlottesville is a diverse community, based on who is being educated now.“Fifty-one languages are spoken at Charlottesville High School and so it represents our community,” Wade said. “I had the vision to serve Charlottesville last year when the shutdown happened. I recall it vividly last March, the second week of the shutdown. I was walking through the 10th and Page neighborhood and I I knew I wasn’t going to serve on the school board again but I wanted to continue to serve the city.” Topics covered at the forum include whether there’s been enough Comprehensive Plan, increasing the amount of subsidized housing units, and what recent decisions by Council they did not agree with. On the latter point, Carl Brown said the city should have been more strategic in pursuing removal of Confederate statues by changing the legislation at the General Assembly rather than being drawn into an expensive legal process.“Now the state has now said that [we] can do it and so we wasted a lot of money in litigation,” Brown said. Wade said he disagreed with Council’s decision in 2013 to study the possibility of replacing the Belmont Bridge with a tunnel under the railroad tracks. “And I think that we’ve finally come to a resolution but i think we need all our digits to count the number of studies they’ve done on that over the last years,” Wade said.Last week, Council voted to use an additional $4.28 million in bridge repair funding from the Virginia Department of Transportation to bridge a shortfall between the lowest bid and the project budget of $31 million. That $31 million includes $7.5 million in capital improvement funds to help pay for the years of design work. Pinkston did not single out one issue, but said there is a missing dynamic among the five people elected to make decisions for Charlottesville. “For whatever reason, this past Council and the Council before that, recent Councils have just struggled to work as a team.” Pinkston said. The final joint candidate event before the June 8 primary will be held virtually on May 27 and will be hosted by Neil Williamson of the Free Enterprise Forum and myself. Register here to attend!Other campaign forums so far this season:Audio and written summary of the March 11, 2021 Fry’s Spring Neighborhood forumCandidate forum on the I Love Cville show from April 6, 2021 (includes Yas Washington)May 12, 2021 candidate forum hosted by Public Housing Association of Residents, Charlottesville Low-Income Housing Coalition, and the People’s Coalition (includes Yas Washington) This is a public episode. 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Today's Patreon-fueled shout-out is for the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Campaign, an initiative that wants you to grow native plants in yards, farms, public spaces and gardens in the northern Piedmont. Native plants provide habitat, food sources for wildlife, ecosystem resiliency in the face of climate change, and clean water.  Start at the Plant Northern Piedmont Natives Facebook page and tell them Lonnie Murray sent you!    On today’s show:Consultants with the Cville Plans Together consultants explain more about the land use policy reform they’re overseeing Charlottesville  Mayor Nikuyah Walker will make a decision running this year by Friday Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau launches new campaign to attract Black tourists to the areaThere are four declared candidates in the race for two seats on Charlottesville City Council, and none of them are incumbents. Mayor Nikuyah Walker announced her reelection campaign in February of 2020 and took to Facebook Live today to say she will decide by Friday whether to go through with her candidacy. In her comments, she cited a series of deaths in her family as one reason why she has not been campaigning yet. In mourning, she’s realized how much public service has taken from her life. “It consumes every day all of my time,” Walker said. “It has been very difficult to serve in Charlottesville.” (watch the video)Walker said she had heard from former City Councilor Holly Edwards as well as Councilor Wes Bellamy that being a Black person in office was difficult. “They didn’t come blazing the way I’ve been blazing,” Walker said. “It was still a challenge for them. One thing I’ve learned is that really no matter who you are, if you’re Black and female, or just Black, people don’t want to listen to you.”Walker will return to Facebook Live on Friday to make her announcementWalker said if she doesn’t run, she will continue to hold people accountable. If Walker does run she will be on the ballot as an independent as she was in 2017 when she became the first non-party affiliated candidate to win election since 1948. She’ll be on the ballot with fellow independent. Yas Washington, who did not qualify for the Democratic Primary on June 8. In that race, three candidates are seeking two nominations. The candidates are School Board member Juandiego Wade, 2019 candidate Brian Pinkston, and political newcomer Carl E. Brown. Last week, the Public Housing Association of Residents and two other organizations held a campaign forum for all declared candidates in which Walker did not participate. (watch the event on YouTube)On Thursday, the Martha Jefferson Neighborhood Association will hold a forum beginning at 7 p.m., and I’ll hold a joint forum with the Free Enterprise Forum on May 27, also at 7 p.m. The quasi-governmental organization that seeks to attract tourists to Albemarle and Charlottesville has formally begun a campaign to bring people to the area to learn about Black stories. The Charlottesville Albemarle Convention and Visitors Bureau has launched Discover Black Cville across social media and other channels, including Facebook and Instagram. According to a press release, the initiative is the result of nine months of meetings with dozens of community members“Discover Black Cville marks the beginning of ongoing efforts to tell modern, historically accurate, and inclusive Black stories in Charlottesville and Albemarle County,” reads the release. “These efforts will be guided by a steering committee of engaged community membershighlighting the arts, outdoor recreation, local food and beverage, thriving culture, and strong community.”The goals of Discover Black Cville are to support Black-owned businesses while attracting more Black visitors to the community, and to change “the view of Charlottesville in the national perspective while simultaneously working toward real change.”More on the campaign is available on the CACVB website. There are two weeks left to get in your input for the current round of community engagement for the Cville Plans Together initiative. To recap, that’s a project commissioned by a former City Council in 2019 to oversee creation of an affordable housing plan, the update of the Comprehensive Plan, and a rewriting of the zoning code. Council adopted the affordable housing plan in March, and the public is being asked now to comment on something called the Future Land Use Map as well as draft chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. This is all a precursor to an update of the zoning code. A slide from the May 10 webinar depicts differences between 2013 Future Land Use Map and the 2021 draftLast week, staff with Rhodeside & Harwell held the first of two webinars to update the latest changes.  I wrote up a summary of a March 30, 2021 Planning Commission work session with the Charlottesville Comprehensive Plan as well as a preview of the May 10, 2021 webinar. Jennifer Koch is a project manager with the company. (watch the May 10 webinar)“The Comprehensive Plan is a document that describes and illustrates community goals for the future and guides decision-making for various matters including land use and development, transportation, economic development, etcetera,” Koch said. “Once this document is adopted, it is a statement of the city’s intentions and policies regarding development.”Once adopted, Rhodeside & Harwell will get to work on the next phase.“In order for the land use and design policies and guidelines to be truly effective, they must be reflected in the zoning ordinance,” Koch said. “That’s why after the Comprehensive Plan update process, we’re going to be moving forward to the zoning rewrite.” But until then, May is a time for community engagement. The next scheduled meeting with the Planning Commission is slated for late June. The May 10 webinar and a series of pop-up community engagement exercises are intended to educate people before they submit comment in several ways:Complete the surveyLeave comments on the Future Land Use Map Send an email to engage@cvilleplanstogether.comCall 1-833-752-6428There is one consolidated chapter called Land Use, Urban Form, and Historic and Cultural Preservation. Many of its goals and strategies are taken from the affordable housing plan adopted by Council in March. That plan has influenced other chapters, too.“With the housing chapter, we pulled in a lot of the recommendations from the affordable housing plan,” Koch said. “Actually, all of the recommendations from the affordable housing plan are within the Comprehensive Plan draft and that includes everything from the land use recommendations to the funding, governance, tenants rights, and subsidy recommendations.” Many of the areas being suggested for a higher intensity on the Future Land Use Map are locations where there are high concentrations of places with deeds with covenants that prevented sale, rental, or occupation by anyone deemed to be non-white. This was a common practice in much of the United States in the mid-20th century after being validated in 1926 by the U.S. Supreme Court in the Corrigan v Buckley case. In 1948, a later court ruled against the practice in Shelley v. Kraemer. The practice continued anyway, with many deeds in Charlottesville recording the covenants until 1968 when the Federal Fair Housing Act explicitly banned them and made it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, or disability. A draft from the Mapping Cville Project used in the slides for the May 10 webinarJournalist and researcher Jordy Yager has been working to document the location of these covenants. The Mapping Cville Project is informing the Comprehensive Plan. “They are mapping where racial covenants were historically located in the city and these racial covenants really define where particularly Black citizens were able to live within the city,” said Ron Sessoms of Rhodeside & Harwell. Sessoms said many of these areas are focused north of downtown and he named the Venable and Rugby neighborhoods as well as land between Preston Avenue and U.S. 250.  “As a result, the African-American community was not able to live there and today these communities remain largely white and not diverse,” Sessoms said. Sessoms continued his history lesson and here are some of the highlights. The first Comprehensive Plan in 1958 called for elimination of slums which led to the urban renewal first of Vinegar Hill in the 60’s and then Garrett Street in the late 70’s. Parking standards were adopted as well as road-building projects to ease congestion. These projects disproportionately affected Black households. “There’s still some community hurt related to that,” Sessoms said. A zoning update in 1991 emphasized single-family zoning through the city. Twelve years later in 2013, another rezoning up-zoned several transportation corridors and created the Neighborhood Commercial Corridor zoning. And the city is poised to act on a comprehensive rezoning rewrite in the near future and that begins with the adoption of the Future Land Use Map which colors different parts of Charlottesville with different intensities of development. “It is a guide that can be used in evaluating development proposals in the future for rezoning, but it is not a legally binding plan and is not legally required so it’s a plan that is visionary but it is not legally binding which is different from zoning,” Sessoms said. “Zoning really is a legally binding set of ordinances.” The details about what can be developed, either by-right or through a special use permit, depends on the zoning. “There will be much more refinement of the future land use map recommendations,” Sessoms said. A slide from the May 10 webinar describes the different intensities for residential areas in the draft Future Land Use MapBetween March 30 and May 10, the land use map and its legend had been updated. What had been described as Low Intensity Residential is now described as General Residential which seeks to encourage more than just single-family housing by allowing up to three units per lot. “Right now a lot of the areas that are shown as General Residential are now zoned at least R-1, or one unit per lot,” Sessoms said.Koch said part of the intention is to support wealth-building in the community   by encouraging construction of smaller-scale homes for homeownership. “The land use policies can not do any of these things on their own,” Koch said. “We can’t have a fully equitable land use program unless the land use map is paired with other programs to ensure affordability and protection for communities.” Koch acknowledged on the May 10 webinar that many had concerns about what they saw on the map. Someone asked in the virtual chat if the consultants have walked around the city. “Fully understand and we’re glad that people have raised potential concerns in your neighborhood,” Koch said. “You all have a much deeper understanding than we do but we have been around and we understand that looking at these potential changes for the future can be overwhelming and concerning but we have built in a requirement to consider the existing neighborhood context.” The steering committee for the Cville Plans Together initiative next meets virtually on May 19 at 5:30 p.m. (register) The next webinar is scheduled for May 25 at 6 p.m. (register) This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

In today’s Substack-fueled shout-out, would you like to use your tech, data, design, or research skills in the name of community service? Code for Charlottesville may be the place for you! Code for Charlottesville will be holding an orientation session on April 21 where you can learn more about their streetlight mapping project, criminal record expungement data analysis, or their pro-bono tech consulting for local nonprofits. Learn more on the Code for Charlottesville website. On today’s show: Scottsville Town Council briefed on various infrastructure projectsAlbemarle Supervisor Ned Gallaway seeks a second termGround is finally broken for Crescent Halls rehabilitation For the second time in the past six weeks, an official ceremony has been held to begin major construction at a public housing site in Charlottesville. Crescent Halls was built in 1976 at the intersection of Monticello Avenue and 2nd Street SE. Brandon Collins is with the Public Housing Association of Residents.“As we all know, urban renewal happened in Charlottesville in the 60’s and we hear a lot about Vinegar Hill but it also happened here on Garrett Street and that was the birth of this building, Crescent Halls,” Collins said.The Public Housing Association of Residents put together a four-page booklet outlining the amenities in the new structure (download)Collins said a lack of investment in the facility has led to a series of well-documented maintenance problems, including a lack of air conditioning during the summer months. He said the Public Housing Association of Residents pushed to create a Bill of Rights to protect citizen rights during relocation. The Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority was created to serve as an instrument of what was termed “slum clearance” following a narrow referendum held on April 15, 1954, 67 years ago today. The proposal won by only 36 votes. At the time, The Daily Progress reported that approval of the new authority carried three of the city’s four wards in the referendum. A master plan intended to guide redevelopment of all the sites was adopted in the summer of 2010 but nothing happened. The events of the summer of 2017 moved the rehabilitation project forward. In October 2020, Council approved a performance agreement with CRHA that governs the use of $3 million in direct city investment in Crescent Halls as well as the first phase of South First Street. Charlottesville Mayor Nikuyah Walker also serves on the CRHA Board of Commissioners.“By doing this today we also show that promises that have been broken for decades are finally being fulfilled,” Walker said. “People shouldn’t have to wait for decades for their basic needs to be met and that happens when a community doesn’t own its responsibilities.” Walker said construction should take about 18 months. Riverbend Development has shepherded design and financial planning for the project. Part of the project is funded through low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC) that are used to encourage private investment. The credits were granted by the Virginia Housing Development Authority in 2019 to Crescent Halls Reno LLC, which is made up of the CRHA and its nonprofit arm known as the Charlottesville Community Development Corporation (CCDC). (VHDA application)Under the terms of the arrangement, the Crescent Halls building will no longer be owned by the CRHA but will instead be owned by a limited liability company (LLC) created specifically for the project. That’s the same arrangement for the first phase of South First Street which broke ground on March 7. Unlike the CRHA, the CCDC must pay to pay property taxes to the city of Charlottesville for the rehabilitated structure. An agreement signed on March 5 between the city, CRHA and CCDC compels the city to make a subsidy to CRHA to cover the costs for CCDC’s tax liability for a period of 15 years. Cornelius Griggs, president and CEO of GMA Construction, also spoke at the dedication ceremony.“We are here today partnering with our great partners at Martin Horn who are going to assist us and work with us to deliver an excellent facility to the residents of Crescent Halls,” Griggs said.CRHA Executive Director John Sales also spoke at the event. He took that job last August after serving for a brief time as Charlottesville’s housing coordinator. “One of the things that really excited me about taking this job was an opportunity to work with the residents to build a future that they saw themselves living in and I think this project as well as South First Street and all the other future projects will have that same aspect,” Sales said. CRHA Executive Director John Sales speaks at the dedication ceremony on April 14, 2021. The event can be viewed in its entirety on the CRHA Facebook page. Scottsville’s Town Council met this past Monday and got several updates on several infrastructure projects. Planning continues for a park in west downtown funded through a $80,000 grant from the Virginia Outdoors Foundation. Scottsville Town Attorney Jim Bowling said the next step is to sign an easement document for public access on land owned by prominent landowner Dr. Charles Hurt. “All of this land is in the flood plain and its proposed to be a permanent recreational easement for the benefit of the town and its citizens,” Bowling said. “The easement will be jointly owned as proposed by the Virginia Outdoors Foundation and the town.” The Council also got a briefing from the Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority, which withdraws water from Totier Creek or the Totier Creek Reservoir. RWSA Executive Director Bill Mawyer said the reservoir was built in 1971 and holds 155 million gallons. “We get water out of the creek most of the time,” Mawyer said. “Totier Creek Reservoir tends to have a high turbidity and sediment load.” Mawyer said RWSA is planning for an $11 million upgrade to the water treatment plant that was originally built in 1964. That won’t happen for at least five years. Learn more about the Keene Convenience Center in this presentationMuch sooner than that, Albemarle is working on a facility where residents can bring household waste in southern Albemarle to a collection site known as a “convenience center.” The project will be built in the unincorporated area of Keene on land owned by the county, north of Scottsville on Route 20. The Albemarle Board of Supervisors has allocated $1.1 million for this project. “And that would include all of the containers and compactors necessary to open the operation,” said Lance Stewart, the county’s director of facilities and environmental services. “That of course would be done in cooperation with the Rivanna Solid Waste Authority.”  The county purchased the land in 1990 for a potential trash transfer facility, but that project was never built. Stewart stressed this is not the site of the now-closed Keene landfill. But what is a convenience center, exactly?“It’s a place to take bagged household waste or in containers, not bulk household waste,” Stewart said. “Also compostable food waste or array of recyclables, glass, plastics, paper, cardboard, tin, and other metals.”      Stewart said the project helps the county implement its Climate Action Plan by moving forward with a project to reduce greenhouse gases. “That food waste that’s compostable is the largest greenhouse gas emitter among the solid waste components so from a climate action plan perspective that’s a significant and growing opportunity for us,” Stewart said. For the project to move forward, it will need to be reviewed against the Comprehensive Plan by the Albemarle Planning Commission.  The hope is to have the facility to be open in the fall of 2022. The Scottsville Town Council will vote on a resolution of support at its meeting on Monday, April 19.Ned Gallaway has announced he will seek a second term to represent the Rio District on the Albemarle Board of Supervisors. Gallaway was first elected in 2017 as a Democrat after running unopposed. “Four years ago when I ran, I said that my priorities would be public education, public safety and economic development and I feel that after four budgets and many votes that I have stayed true or focused on those priorities,” Gallaway said. Gallaway said highlights of the last four years have been adoption of the Project Enable economic development plan, adoption of the Rio and 29 Small Area Plan, and passage of the Climate action plan. So far, no one has filed to run against Gallaway as an independent or a Republican. The deadline to challenge him in the Democratic primary on June 8 has passed. Currently all members of the Board are Democrats, but Gallaway said that does not make them a monolith. “I think people think that because we are all of the same party that we are automatically of the same mind on things and we’re not,” Gallaway said. Gallaway previously served on the Albemarle School Board. He moved to the community in 2002 and lived on Old Ivy Road before moving to Fluvanna County for a brief time. He moved back to Albemarle in 2007. Since then, he said there has been a lot of growth.“A lot has changed in a quick amount of time,” Gallaway said. “I remember driving back from D.C. and you weren’t really feeling like you were in town until you started to get to the Kroger on Woodbrook. And now that’s a whole different animal, even through Greene County.” Last week, Supervisor Diantha McKeel announced she would seek a third term to represent the Jack Jouett District. Democrat Jim Andrews is the only candidate who has filed in the Samuel Miller District race to succeed outgoing Supervisor Liz Palmer.  No independents have yet filed for any of those three seats, and would-be candidates have until June 8 to qualify for the ballot. No Republicans have filed either, according to Albemarle Republican Chairman George Urban. Do you enjoy this program? Want it to keep going? If you sign up for a paid subscription through Substack, Ting will match the amount. You can learn why here! This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Water for Teachers, A Heinemann podcast focused on engaging with the hearts and humanity of those who teach. One thing we know for sure is that teachers are human. They have fears. They've experienced tragedy. They struggle. They are affected by crises and pandemics. And like everyone else, they deserve to lead lives full of peace, joy, and love. Join host Shamari Reid and other educators as they move from logic to emotion, from the head to the heart, from thinking to feeling, and from the ego to love.This week, Shamari is joined by Tara Benitez, a 2nd Grade Special Education ICT Teacher in Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn. They talk about our complicated identities as humans -how they inform how we interact with the world and how the world interacts with us- all framed in education and with a discussion on the oft-misunderstood and overused term "intersectionality". They ask, how do we build resilience to keep our focus and energy on the kids without letting stress affect our well-being? How do teachers deal with trauma?

durée : 00:42:46 - Par les temps qui courent - par : Marie Richeux, Jeanne Aléos, Romain de Becdelievre - Ce soir, voyage en Californie avec Herman Dune, à l’occasion de la sortie de "Notes from Vinegar Hil"l son nouvel album qui paraît 20 ans après "Turn of the light", enregistré pendant le confinement, et inspiré du quartier de Vinegar Hill de San Pedro. - réalisation : Jean-Christophe Francis, Lise-Marie Barré - invités : Herman Dune Musicien

durée : 00:42:46 - Par les temps qui courent - par : Marie Richeux, Jeanne Aléos, Romain de Becdelievre - Ce soir, voyage en Californie avec Herman Dune, à l’occasion de la sortie de "Notes from Vinegar Hil"l son nouvel album qui paraît 20 ans après "Turn of the light", enregistré pendant le confinement, et inspiré du quartier de Vinegar Hill de San Pedro. - réalisation : Jean-Christophe Francis, Lise-Marie Barré - invités : Herman Dune Musicien

Le groupe Herman Dune fête ses 20 ans. Fondé par deux frères français d'origine suédoise : André et David-Ivar, il ne reste aujourd'hui qu'un seul homme-orchestre, David-Ivar. Avec l'album Notes from Vinegar Hill, il nous envoie comme une carte postale de son lieu de résidence : San Pedro en Californie, où il vit depuis 5 ans.

Le Samu Social de Bruxelles présente jusqu'au 28 février 2020 l'exposition «Femmes» en collaboration avec le Parlement Européen et le Parlamentarium.  Aujourd’hui, RFI consacre une journée spéciale sur les conséquences économiques et sociales de la Covid-19 et aux moyens de s’en sortir. Les populations les plus précaires sont les plus exposées aussi bien à la maladie elle-même qu’à ses retombées. À cette occasion, direction Bruxelles avec un très beau projet intitulé Femmes lancé par le Samu Social de Belgique. Réalisé en coopération avec le Parlement Européen, il dresse le portrait de quinze femmes, en mots et en images. Ils sont exposés jusqu’au 28 février 2020 au Parlamentarium, le centre des visiteurs du Parlement européen, et – en attendant la fin du confinement - quatre d’entre eux sont visibles sur le site internet du Samu social de Bruxelles. Pour en parler, deux invités : la journaliste Anne-Cécile Huwart et le photographe Gaël Turine.  Le site du Samu Social de Bruxelles est accessible via ce lien : https://samusocial.be/  Au menu de ce Café Gourmand :  - Sophie Torlotin célèbre les 20 ans du groupe Herman Dune avec l'album Notes from Vinegar Hill. Fondé par deux frères français d'origine suédoise : André et David-Ivar. Il ne reste aujourd'hui que David-Ivar en seul homme-orchestre.  - Amélie Beaucour nous fait redécouvrir le classique de John Steinbeck « Des Souris et des Hommes », à travers la version magnifiquement illustrée par Rebecca Dautremer aux éditions Tishina. -  Marjorie Bertin a parcouru les pages d'un ouvrage passionnant « Le Grand livre des guérisseuses ». Premier livre de l’anthropologue, Clara Lemmonier. C'est aussi la première rétrospective consacrée aux femmes guérisseuses. Qu’elles soient Chamanes, accoucheuses, sophrologues, nécromanciennes, ou bien encore coupeuses de feu. - Alain Pilot a rencontré Vitalic à l'occasion de la sortie de son coffret. Depuis maintenant une vingtaine d’années, le Français s’est employé à redéfinir la notion d’électro à la sauce française, imposant sa patte inimitable, énergique et mélodique, grâce à des titres devenus aujourd’hui des classiques.  

Therese is the founder of Small Business Collaborative & offers you a helping hand to get a wholesale strategy in place, and to get your range into some lovely stockists. She grew up in Sweden and studied Fashion and Textile design in Italy, before moving to the UK in 2007. A fun fact for this week is that Therese and I live in neighbouring villages in Bedfordshire so we take her dog for a walk every Monday morning :) Therese has worked in sales in the home & gift industry since June 2008, selling novelty gifts, toys, stationery, beauty & home fragrance, homewares, table-top, pet products, and books. Her industry experience covers all types of retailers, from small independent gift and home stores such as Vinegar Hill, to fashion chains like Urban Outfitters and Topshop, department stores such as Liberty, Selfridges and John Lewis and online retailers such as Asos.com and Ocado (plus many more!). In this episode we discuss : Why you may be better at sales than you think What using ‘sales language' means Words to use and not to use in your sales copy Having the confidence to be direct when selling links you can keep in touch with therese via the links below: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/   listen You can listen by clicking through to Apple Podcast here Remember to hit the subscribe button so you don't miss an episode! contact me If you'd like to find out more about working together on your brand, click here

Sam Smith était l'invité du #DriveRTL2 ce vendredi 6 novembre. Le chanteur a répondu de sa chambre d'hôtel à Londres aux question d'Eric Jean-Jean. La nouveauté du jour : Gaëtan Roussel "Tu ne savais pas" Le journal de la musique : - System of A Down sort du silence - 13 Gibson signées ont disparu - Un documentaire sur les photographes de musique L'album coup de cœur de la semaine : Herman Dune "Notes from Vinegar Hill"

En Música de Contrabando, revista diaria de música en Onda Regional de Murcia (orm.es, 00,00h). Sophie Ellis Bextor estrena una festiva versión del "true faith" de New Order. Herman Dune, ‘Notes from Vinegar Hill’ ha venido precedida del adelanto de tres de sus temas, ‘Say You Love Me Too’, ‘Mookie Mookie’ y este ‘Ballad of Herman Dune (High on Rye & Lost at Sea)’ que se publica hoy. La cantante, compositora, actriz, modelo y activista de 22 años, Stats anima a quemar la suela de la zapatilla en ‘Come With Me’.Real Estate estrenan el vídeoclip correspondiente a Gone, una de las canciones extraídas de su último álbum de estudio The Main Thing. Paris Jackson, debuta en solitario con una canción y un video musical titulado “Let Down”. Desde hoy puedes escuchar en todas las plataformas 'Es por ti', nuevo single del músico cartagenero Guille Solano. Carlos Gasca , antes conocido como Gasca, publica "Cuando vengas". La canción que Hot Chip escribieron pensando en Dua Lipa funciona con Jarvis Cocker,El debut en largo de @La Trinidad, “Los edificios que se derrumban”, es la ópera prima de tres jóvenes malagueños. Aló Presidente estrenará este viernes 'Deportes Cuatro'.(Mon) se transforma en @Supermon y presenta su tercer single, “Vagabunda”.Hey Clockface es una producción de Elvis Costello & Sebastian Krys, tras su trabajo en conjunto en el álbum premiado con un Grammy de Elvis Costello and The Imposters, Look Now. @Perdón ( Irene, Leyre y Arturo) de estrenar su primer EP, 'todo x amor (por lo menos esta semana)'. El Piezas & Jayder nuevos protagonistas de las live streaming sessions de GBC. Entrevistas a Vicente Navarro, músico y actor madrileño que formó parte de Pájaro, que ha conseguido rozarnos el corazón con su album "Casi Tierra".

In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, I speak with Jeremy Corner, owner of award-winning greetings cards publisher Blue Eyed Sun. Blue Eyed Sun was founded 20 years ago and Jeremy is very involved in the industry writing monthly for Progressive Greetings, is a keynote speaker at The Ladder Club, and he sits on the Giftware Association’s National Committee and is a Trustee at Greeting Card Association.  In this episode, we talk about how Blue Eyed Sun has grown over the years and how it all started, the industry right now and the future. Jeremy shares about his experience in the industry, and you will get a real insight into how it works to deal with brokers and large retailers as well as hearing how sales drive your business forward.  If you’re not quite sure how to find new retailers to reach out to and pitch to and how to grow your wholesale this year, then have a look at my new course, Let’s Talk Sales, that will be taking place in September and book your place, doors close Monday 3rd August 2020. https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/product-page/Lets-talk-sales If you enjoyed this episode, please share where you are tuning in and tag me over on Instagram @small_business_collaborative and if you can take a moment to rate and review Let’s Talk Shop over on itunes/apple podcast I will be forever grateful. Whilst you’re there, subscribe too so you don’t miss any future episodes. Links mentioned in this episode:The Ladder Club: https://www.pgbuzz.net/the-ladder-club/The Giftware Association: https://www.ga-uk.org/Little Dog Laugh: https://www.thelittledog.co.uk/Rachel Ellen: https://rachelellen.co.uk/Tracey Russell: https://www.traceyrussell.co.uk/Progressive Greetings: https://www.pgbuzz.net/Afro Touch: https://afrotouch.design/Creased Cards: https://www.creasedcards.com/Vinegar Hill: https://vinegarhill.co.uk/Cards Galore: https://www.cardsgalore.co.uk/Malarkey Cards: https://malarkeycards.com/ Connect with Jeremy and Blue Eyed Sun:Website: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/https://greenmagpie.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BlueEyedSun/Read Jeremy’s blog for industry news and insights: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/blog If you want help with your wholesale please get in touch either on my website, by email or Instagram and book a free no-obligation discovery call. Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/ Apply to be a guest on season 4 of Let’s Talk Shophttps://thereseoertenblad.typeform.com/to/ZPiHVX

In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, I speak with Jeremy Corner, owner of award-winning greetings cards publisher Blue Eyed Sun. Blue Eyed Sun was founded 20 years ago and Jeremy is very involved in the industry writing monthly for Progressive Greetings, is a keynote speaker at The Ladder Club, and he sits on the Giftware Association’s National Committee and is a Trustee at Greeting Card Association.  In this episode, we talk about how Blue Eyed Sun has grown over the years and how it all started, the industry right now and the future. Jeremy shares about his experience in the industry, and you will get a real insight into how it works to deal with brokers and large retailers as well as hearing how sales drive your business forward.  If you’re not quite sure how to find new retailers to reach out to and pitch to and how to grow your wholesale this year, then have a look at my new course, Let’s Talk Sales, that will be taking place in September and book your place, doors close Monday 3rd August 2020. https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/product-page/Lets-talk-sales If you enjoyed this episode, please share where you are tuning in and tag me over on Instagram @small_business_collaborative and if you can take a moment to rate and review Let’s Talk Shop over on itunes/apple podcast I will be forever grateful. Whilst you’re there, subscribe too so you don’t miss any future episodes. Links mentioned in this episode:The Ladder Club: https://www.pgbuzz.net/the-ladder-club/The Giftware Association: https://www.ga-uk.org/Little Dog Laugh: https://www.thelittledog.co.uk/Rachel Ellen: https://rachelellen.co.uk/Tracey Russell: https://www.traceyrussell.co.uk/Progressive Greetings: https://www.pgbuzz.net/Afro Touch: https://afrotouch.design/Creased Cards: https://www.creasedcards.com/Vinegar Hill: https://vinegarhill.co.uk/Cards Galore: https://www.cardsgalore.co.uk/Malarkey Cards: https://malarkeycards.com/ Connect with Jeremy and Blue Eyed Sun:Website: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/https://greenmagpie.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BlueEyedSun/Read Jeremy’s blog for industry news and insights: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/blog If you want help with your wholesale please get in touch either on my website, by email or Instagram and book a free no-obligation discovery call. Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/ Apply to be a guest on season 4 of Let’s Talk Shophttps://thereseoertenblad.typeform.com/to/ZPiHVX

In this episode of Let’s Talk Shop, I speak with Jeremy Corner, owner of award-winning greetings cards publisher Blue Eyed Sun. Blue Eyed Sun was founded 20 years ago and Jeremy is very involved in the industry writing monthly for Progressive Greetings, is a keynote speaker at The Ladder Club, and he sits on the Giftware Association’s National Committee and is a Trustee at Greeting Card Association.  In this episode, we talk about how Blue Eyed Sun has grown over the years and how it all started, the industry right now and the future. Jeremy shares about his experience in the industry, and you will get a real insight into how it works to deal with brokers and large retailers as well as hearing how sales drive your business forward.  If you’re not quite sure how to find new retailers to reach out to and pitch to and how to grow your wholesale this year, then have a look at my new course, Let’s Talk Sales, that will be taking place in September and book your place, doors close Monday 3rd August 2020. https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/product-page/Lets-talk-sales If you enjoyed this episode, please share where you are tuning in and tag me over on Instagram @small_business_collaborative and if you can take a moment to rate and review Let’s Talk Shop over on itunes/apple podcast I will be forever grateful. Whilst you’re there, subscribe too so you don’t miss any future episodes. Links mentioned in this episode:The Ladder Club: https://www.pgbuzz.net/the-ladder-club/The Giftware Association: https://www.ga-uk.org/Little Dog Laugh: https://www.thelittledog.co.uk/Rachel Ellen: https://rachelellen.co.uk/Tracey Russell: https://www.traceyrussell.co.uk/Progressive Greetings: https://www.pgbuzz.net/Afro Touch: https://afrotouch.design/Creased Cards: https://www.creasedcards.com/Vinegar Hill: https://vinegarhill.co.uk/Cards Galore: https://www.cardsgalore.co.uk/Malarkey Cards: https://malarkeycards.com/ Connect with Jeremy and Blue Eyed Sun:Website: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/https://greenmagpie.net/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BlueEyedSun/Read Jeremy’s blog for industry news and insights: https://www.blueeyedsun.co.uk/blog If you want help with your wholesale please get in touch either on my website, by email or Instagram and book a free no-obligation discovery call. Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/ Apply to be a guest on season 4 of Let’s Talk Shophttps://thereseoertenblad.typeform.com/to/ZPiHVX

This week’s episode we learn about Vinegar Hill: the infamous story of eminent domain that eradicated a thriving African-American community in Charlottesville, Virginia. In this episode, we talk to two changemakers, Yolunda Harrell, the CEO of New Hill Development Corporation, and Bernard Whitsett, a financial coach for Operation HOPE, to learn about the structural changes needed for black people in America and how they’re working to make them a reality. Support New Hill Development Corporation: https://www.newhilldev.org/join-us Artwork by Natalie M. Matthews Music by Kurien Thomas and Hamza Mir Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/serotunein/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/serotunein/ Listen on other platforms: https://podlink.to/s2nin Support our show: paypal.me/kurien12

Conflict Archaeology Battles such as Clontarf (1014), Kinsale (1601), the Boyne (1690), Aughrim (1691), Vinegar Hill (1798) and the Easter Rising (1916), have been crucial turning points in Irish history. But how much do we know about the physical locations where these conflicts took place? How can we understand the landscapes of conflict? And [...] The post Amplify Archaeology Podcast – Episode 12 – Conflict Archaeology appeared first on Abarta Heritage Home.

In this episode I talk shop with Beth Austin owner and buyer of Vinegar Hill, a chain of 11 independent gift, fashion and lifestyle stores. Vinegar Hill is a real family affair with Beth, her sister, her brother and sister in law all working in the business. I love how passionate Beth is about the industry and how all the Vinegar Hill stores have their own personality.What Beth and I spoke about in this episode:- How Vinegar Hill Started and where the name Vinegar Hill came from- Their recent rebrand- Sustainability, plastic and buying more consciously- How Vinegar Hill finds new products- Window displays and visual merchandisers- What a multistore retailer needs from their suppliers- Building a long-standing relationship with suppliers- How Vinegar Hill combats the challenge of having different products in their store.- What Beth is looking for this autumn Connect with Beth and Vinegar Hillhttps://vinegarhill.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/vinegarhill/https://www.facebook.com/vinegarhilluk/info@vinegarhill.co.uk Links mentioned in this episodehttps://beebeewraps.com/https://www.lovesayandmo.co.uk/https://www.waitrose.com/https://www.boots.com/ Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkwholesale/Work with me: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/servicesBook a discovery call: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/book-a-discovery-call          Book a Power-hour: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/power-hour

In this episode I talk shop with Beth Austin owner and buyer of Vinegar Hill, a chain of 11 independent gift, fashion and lifestyle stores. Vinegar Hill is a real family affair with Beth, her sister, her brother and sister in law all working in the business. I love how passionate Beth is about the industry and how all the Vinegar Hill stores have their own personality.What Beth and I spoke about in this episode:- How Vinegar Hill Started and where the name Vinegar Hill came from- Their recent rebrand- Sustainability, plastic and buying more consciously- How Vinegar Hill finds new products- Window displays and visual merchandisers- What a multistore retailer needs from their suppliers- Building a long-standing relationship with suppliers- How Vinegar Hill combats the challenge of having different products in their store.- What Beth is looking for this autumn Connect with Beth and Vinegar Hillhttps://vinegarhill.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/vinegarhill/https://www.facebook.com/vinegarhilluk/info@vinegarhill.co.uk Links mentioned in this episodehttps://beebeewraps.com/https://www.lovesayandmo.co.uk/https://www.waitrose.com/https://www.boots.com/ Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkwholesale/Work with me: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/servicesBook a discovery call: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/book-a-discovery-call          Book a Power-hour: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/power-hour

In this episode I talk shop with Beth Austin owner and buyer of Vinegar Hill, a chain of 11 independent gift, fashion and lifestyle stores. Vinegar Hill is a real family affair with Beth, her sister, her brother and sister in law all working in the business. I love how passionate Beth is about the industry and how all the Vinegar Hill stores have their own personality.What Beth and I spoke about in this episode:- How Vinegar Hill Started and where the name Vinegar Hill came from- Their recent rebrand- Sustainability, plastic and buying more consciously- How Vinegar Hill finds new products- Window displays and visual merchandisers- What a multistore retailer needs from their suppliers- Building a long-standing relationship with suppliers- How Vinegar Hill combats the challenge of having different products in their store.- What Beth is looking for this autumn Connect with Beth and Vinegar Hillhttps://vinegarhill.co.uk/https://www.instagram.com/vinegarhill/https://www.facebook.com/vinegarhilluk/info@vinegarhill.co.uk Links mentioned in this episodehttps://beebeewraps.com/https://www.lovesayandmo.co.uk/https://www.waitrose.com/https://www.boots.com/ Connect with meWebsite: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/small_business_collaborative/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/letstalkwholesale/Work with me: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/servicesBook a discovery call: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/book-a-discovery-call          Book a Power-hour: https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/power-hour

[EPISODE] DUMBO and Vinegar Hill This week’s journey will be to DUMBO and Vinegar Hill, along the Brooklyn waterfront. My guests will be historian Kevin Draper of New York Historical Tours, and Tanya Rynd, local artist and co-owner of restaurant and bar Superfine. Segment 1 Kevin talks about his childhood growing up and coming in to the city from Long Island. He explains what the geography of the city was like pre-settlement and discusses the Native American tribes that lived in the DUMBO area before Dutch settlers arrived. Jeff and Kevin discuss DUMBO’s history and connection with Brooklyn. Kevin explains some of the battles of the American Revolution and how they connect to DUMBO. Segment 2 Kevin explains how Vinegar Hill got its name from an Irish battle. Jeff and Kevin discuss the Erie Canal and how it affected commerce in New York and Brooklyn. They discuss Robert Gair and his impact on real estate in DUMBO , including the Clock Tower Condominium. Kevin explains how the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge helped to expand DUMBO and the surrounding neighborhoods. Kevin discusses how the area of DUMBO declined but eventually was rebirthed as what it is now, including how it got its name and becoming a historic district. Segment 3 Tanya talks about how her art brought her to New York and how she was introduced to DUMBO. She talks about DUMBO being an artists place and meeting her business partners in the area. Tanya describes monthly supper clubs her and her partners would have that became the business model for Superfine and how it was born from a need for artists to connect. She talks about the Bridges Bar and its connection to the early Superfine. Segment 4 Tanya talks about Superfine’s dedication to interacting with the public and how she’s excited to go to work everyday. She describes what her customers are like and the difference between the day and night crowds.  Tanya talks about how she’s seen DUMBO change and what she loves about the area now. She explains what she thinks makes the neighborhood unique, including St. Ann’s Theatre.

Professor Nelson continues to meditate on the history surrounding Charlottesville's Vinegar Hill neighborhood. As he stands in the parking lot that has come to replace the black-owned and -occupied homes and businesses, he expounds on the disenfranchising impact that loss of place has had on the city's black communities. Support the show (http://studycenter.net/support-study-center)

In this first episode of a two-part series, Professor Nelson explores the Vinegar Hill neighborhood: a once-vibrant African-American neighborhood located near Preston Avenue and Ridge/McIntire Road. Claimed by the Charlottesville government under eminent domain, the neighborhood was razed and left as a vacant scar in the city's landscape for 20 years before being rebuilt. Support the show (http://studycenter.net/support-study-center)

On today's episode of the podcast, Eric is joined by co-host Rebecca Masson of Fluff Bake Bar. Eric and Rebecca start off the Houston restaurant and bar news by discussing the plans for the former Beaver's location, how the Vinegar Hill concept will fare there, the upcoming Smith and Wollensky's closing, and the opening of a new retail wine shop and bar in Montrose specializing in natural wine. In this week's Restaurant of the Week, Eunice Restaurant and Raw Bar is featured. In the Guest of the Week section, Monica Pope of Vinegar Hill joins Eric to discuss how she became a chef, her decision as a young chef to source local ingredients, her background with Beaver's and Sparrow, how Vinegar Hill will operate compared to other restaurants, and much more!

Dr Guy Hansen, Director of Exhibitions, explores the significance of a watercolour sketch that shows the clash between 200 rebel convicts and a contingent of infantry near present-day Rouse Hill on 5 March 1804. A Treasures Gallery Access Program, supported by National Library Patrons

This week on The Line, host Eli Sussman is joined by Jean Adamson, owner of Vinegar Hill House. Jean moved from Salt Lake City to NYC in the spring of 1997 to attend the French Culinary Institute. After graduating, Jean began at Balthazar where she worked every station before becoming the first female Sous Chef for the company at the end of her second year. After a stint in Europe, she was the head chef of Balthazar Bakery and later the Sous at Pastis. She later consulted for Frank Prinsinzano to help organize the kitchens of his mini empire, worked as Head Chef at Freemans, and then in 2008 opened her own restaurant in the dusty landmarked neighborhood of Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn. Almost nine years later Jean still feels the values she learned throughout her years cooking and traveling hold weight in her current efforts within her life and her business. She continues to move forward in her practices as a business owner with consideration of the many parts of the restaurant industry and how they affect one another and the world around.

Ryan Ciuchta from Kings County Distillery joins the podcast this week to talk distilling, history, and all things whiskey. Join Tim on his visit to KCD at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in Vinegar Hill. http://kingscountydistillery.com/ http://www.instagram.com/kingscountydistillery/ http://www.amazon.com/Dead-Distillers-History-Upstarts-American/dp/141972021X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481461317&sr=8-1&keywords=dead+distillers

Episódio Atlas do Rock dedicado a Áustria com 16 bandas contemporâneas do País. Destaque para as participações especiais de Dead "Richy” Gein, baterista e vocalista do Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space, Jeremy Lenten, baixista do grupo Midriff, Rainer Lidauer baterista do grupo Jacobs Moor, do vocalista Tom Tieber e do guitarrista Markus Winkler, ambos do Ecliptica, e finalmente Lanvall, guitarrista e tecladista do Edenbridge. Completam a playlist: Russkaja, Kontrust, Gallows Pole, Lolita Komplex, Veil of Deception, Parasol Caravan, Counterweight, Heathen Foray, Vinegar Hill, Serenity e Dragony.

Episódio Atlas do Rock dedicado a Áustria com 16 bandas contemporâneas do País. Destaque para as participações especiais de Dead "Richy” Gein, baterista e vocalista do Bloodsucking Zombies from Outer Space, Jeremy Lenten, baixista do grupo Midriff, Rainer Lidauer baterista do grupo Jacobs Moor, do vocalista Tom Tieber e do guitarrista Markus Winkler, ambos do Ecliptica, e finalmente Lanvall, guitarrista e tecladista do Edenbridge. Completam a playlist: Russkaja, Kontrust, Gallows Pole, Lolita Komplex, Veil of Deception, Parasol Caravan, Counterweight, Heathen Foray, Vinegar Hill, Serenity e Dragony.

On today’s episode of The Speakeasy, host Damon Boelte speaks with Colin Spoelman, distiller at Kings County Distillery, and author of the latest book, Kings County Distillery Guide to Urban Moonshining. Colin talks about starting his business, from distilling moonshine in his own apartment, to scaling and growing a business. Later, Colin talks about the history of distilling, with the first distillers in Staten Island, and immigrants who came from Ireland to make barrels of whiskey on Vinegar Hill. Find out more about the book, moonshine, and distilling today! This program has been sponsored by Brooklyn Slate. Thanks to The Raunch Hands for today’s music. “I didn’t set out to start a craft distillery, I just wanted to make moonshine, and this led into this hobby.” [7:10] — Colin Spoelman on The Speakeasy

You think you are pretty smart don't ya? Well this week the filmmakers at Vinegar Hill are here to put you in your place. It's our most inflammatory podcast yet! And it's all about collaboration.

A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill (http://vinegarhillstory.com) This weeks episode is about the draft mentality.

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A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill (http://vinegarhillstory.com) This episode is about the process of remembering what type of movie you are making.

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A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill. (http://vinegarhillcreative.com) This episode is about how to salvage and reinvent when things don't come out like you imagined.

A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill (http://vinegarhillcreative.com)This episode is about being unique while still following greatness.

A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill. This episode is about overcoming the fear of failure.

A weekly podcast featuring the creatives at Vinegar Hill as well as guest storytellers discussing the ins and out of successful (and unsuccessful!) filmmaking experiences and how to make it as a creative storyteller from the ground floor.