KUAF Community Spotlight Series: Recent Episodes
KUAF Public Radio
A series of locally produced segments highlighting a variety of non-profit organizations and topics. Past featured organizations and topics have included: The Peace at Home Family Shelter, The Poetry Minute, The Extension's Water Connections, The Archeology Minute and The Disability Minute,.
Pete speaks with Matthew Patitz and Bret Ellington about Miracle travel Works upcoming fundraising event.
Upcoming event for SNAP/Food stamp recipients - Cooking Demo with the Fayetteville Farmers Market.
Pete speaks with Charlotte Buchanan about the Museum of Native American History's Indigenuity 2.0 event.
Pete speaks with Elizabeth Gray with the Arkansas Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The Suicide Prevention Walk will take place this Sunday, September 18th.
Pete speaks with Kayla Mayes about the Big Paws of the Ozarks upcoming rescue dogs show.
Pete speaks with Julie Gabel about the Arts Live Theatre Afterschool Fall Classes for youth.
Pete speaks with Karen Reynolds about a scholarship program for veterans interested in going into agriculture.
Pete speaks with Kenny Williams, executive director of Peddle it Forward NWA, about the premier of "Relentless Ride", a documentary covering the lives of cyclists brave enough to face the Arkansas High Country.
Pete speaks with Ellen Carroll about the upcoming Cobblestones Farms fall harvest celebration.
Hobbs State Park collaborates with Schmielding Center for Senior Health on a new program called Living Healthy in Nature. Pete speaks with Jay Schneider and Brandy Schneider about the program.
Pete speaks with Charlotte Buchanan about the Museum of Native American History dinner events featuring Native American chefs.
Pete speaks with Joey Jackson about renovations in the Salvation Army operations and programs.
After two years of suspending activities, Out In Eureka is bringing Diversity Weekends back to the Ozarks. Pete speaks with Jay Wilks, Director of Out in Eureka, about the events and entertainment taking place in April.
For two years, the Smokehouse Players have suspended performances in the Chillin' Room at the Ozark Mountain Smokehouse. But in April the performances will begin again with "Love Letters". Pete speaks with Terry Vaughn and Tim Gilster, co-founders of the Smokehouse Players.
FoodCorps Arkansas, working to connect children with healthy food in schools, is looking to place 11 new service members in area schools to help with its mission. Pete speaks with Associate Director Destiny Shlinker.
Pete speaks with Michelle Rathgaber and Marilyn Knapp about the events taking place this month with the Arkansas Archeology Survey and Society.
Pete speaks with Jessica Ferguson, a GED instructor with Fayetteville Adult Education. After years of the pandemic, class sizes have dwindled at F.A.E. and they're looking to get the word out on their offerings.
The National Science Foundation has provided a nationwide Noyce Scholarship to try to boost the numbers of science teachers in high-needs schools. Pete speaks with Stephen Burgin with the University of Arkansas Department of Curriculum and Instruction.
The University of Arkansas Press has released its spring lineup of titles. Pete speaks with Charlie Sheilds, Marketing Director with the UA Press, about some of her favorites.
Pete speaks with Megan Looney-Hollingsworth about next week's Arts and Culture Festival at NorthWest Arkansas Community College.
Pete Hartman joins Chris Haas from NWA Gives to discuss the inception of NWA Gives as well as how to particiapte in the annual NWA Gives Day. The NWA Gives Day takes place online and registration is open until March 1.
Pete Hartman joins Chris Haas from NWA Gives to discuss the inception of NWA Gives as well as how to particiapte in the annual NWA Gives Day. The NWA Gives Day takes place online and registration is open until March 1.
Pete Hartman speaks with the Development Coordinator at the Peace at Home Family Shelter, Stacy Brehman, concerning the recent donations from the annual KUAF Giving Tree. Stacy Brehman highlights the crucial need for community support and how the Giving Tree benefited memeber of the community in need.
Pete Hartman speaks with the Development Coordinator at the Peace at Home Family Shelter, Stacy Brehman, concerning the recent donations from the annual KUAF Giving Tree. Stacy Brehman highlights the crucial need for community support and how the Giving Tree benefited memeber of the community in need.
As part of this year's Giving Tree program, Pete Hartman interviews Sophia Dugwyler who currently works with the Magdalene Serenity House program and is also a former client. Sohpia Dugwyler describes her personal experiences as well as how listeners can help contribute to the Magdalene Serenity House this giving season.
As part of this year's Giving Tree program, Pete Hartman interviews Sophia Dugwyler who currently works with the Magdalene Serenity House program and is also a former client. Sohpia Dugwyler describes her personal experiences as well as how listeners can help contribute to the Magdalene Serenity House this giving season.
Pete Hartman speaks with Caleb Talley from the Startup Junkie Foundation to encourage listeners to participate in the current food drive. The Startup Junkie Foundation is accepting donations for the food drive at their location on the Fayetteville Square located in the Pryor Center.
Pete Hartman speaks with Caleb Talley from the Startup Junkie Foundation to encourage listeners to participate in the current food drive. The Startup Junkie Foundation is accepting donations for the food drive at their location on the Fayetteville Square located in the Pryor Center.
Pete Hartman speaks with Morgan Keeling from the IWRP who discusses the return of student programs as well as the addition of new programs led by newly hired Justin Nachtigal. Morgan Keeling promotes the ability to book field trips and opportunities to participate in various lessons such as Tragedy of the Commons and Microinvertebrate Indexing.
Pete Hartman speaks with Morgan Keeling from the IWRP who discusses the return of student programs as well as the addition of new programs led by newly hired Justin Nachtigal. Morgan Keeling promotes the ability to book field trips and opportunities to participate in various lessons such as Tragedy of the Commons and Microinvertebrate Indexing.
Pete Hartman highlights the local nonprofit Magdalene Serenity House who is featured through the Giving Tree 2021. Donations can be made through the Amazon wishlists or can be dropped off at KUAF. More information can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
Pete Hartman highlights the local nonprofit Magdalene Serenity House who is featured through the Giving Tree 2021. Donations can be made through the Amazon wishlists or can be dropped off at KUAF. More information can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
Pete Hartman interviews Don Bennett from Tri Cycle Farms who discusses the increasing needs of the community coupled with the lack of supplies at food pantries throughout the community. Don Bennett asks listeners to participate in donating food to restock the shelves of food pantries and help those in need.
Pete Hartman interviews Don Bennett from Tri Cycle Farms who discusses the increasing needs of the community coupled with the lack of supplies at food pantries throughout the community. Don Bennett asks listeners to participate in donating food to restock the shelves of food pantries and help those in need.
This segment on the 2021 Giving Tree showcases this year's non-profits the Magdalene Serenity House and the Peace at Home Family Shelter. Listeners learn how these non-profits serve our communities and how donations can be made. More information on how to participate in the Giving Tree can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
This segment on the 2021 Giving Tree showcases this year's non-profits the Magdalene Serenity House and the Peace at Home Family Shelter. Listeners learn how these non-profits serve our communities and how donations can be made. More information on how to participate in the Giving Tree can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
This year's Giving Tree benefits the Magdalene Serenity House which provides women with the resources they need to get back on their feet. Pete Hartman speaks with April Bachdrodt who highlights the need for donations of everyday household necessities which can be given through Amazon wishlists. More information regarding donations can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
This year's Giving Tree benefits the Magdalene Serenity House which provides women with the resources they need to get back on their feet. Pete Hartman speaks with April Bachdrodt who highlights the need for donations of everyday household necessities which can be given through Amazon wishlists. More information regarding donations can be found at https://www.kuaf.com/giving-tree-2021-benefitting-peace-home-shelter-and-magdalene-serenity-house#stream/0
Pete Hartman speaks with LaDonna Humphrey who promotes the upcoming roundtable discussion hosted by Oasis of Northwest Arkansas which will focus on the Second Chance Employer Program. The roundtable discussion will take place December 11 and LaDonna Humphrey advertises the need for additional employers to participate.
Pete Hartman speaks with members of the Fayetteville High School's Student Council Janet Fu and Riley Garrison on the topic of the annual 'Homeless Vigil'. Janet Fu and Riley Garrison discuss raising awareness for the homeless population through the vigil as well as raising funds for the Famililes in Transition Program.
Pete Hartman interviews Kelly Sampson, the Development Director at the Open Avenues non-profit located in Rogers, AR. Kelly Sampson describes the various ways Open Avenues works with adults with disabilities and even high school students to help provide employment opportunities. For more information on how to get involved visit openavenues.org
Pete Hartman speaks with Jill Dabbs who is the Executive Director of Downtown Springdale Alliance to promote the Christmas on the Creek holiday event on November 27. The holiday event will include activities like a hot cocoa crawl, the annual christmas parade, and pictures with Santa.
Pete Hartman interviews Clark Eckles the iFriend Coordinator at the University of Arkansas regarding the opportunity for families to invite international students to join their families and experience their Thanksgiving traditions this holiday season. Registration for this program ends today, Novemeber 18, and information on how to register is available by emailing Clark Eckles at ifriend@uark.edu
Pete Hartman wraps up the final segment in the Samaritan Community Center series with Jennifer Turner, reminding community members of the critical need for volunteer dentist and oral surgeons. In this segment, Jennifer Turner shares the personal story of an individual postively impacted by the services provided by the Samaritan Dental Clinic. You can listen to the two previous segments through these links. https://www.kuaf.com/post/samaritan-community-centers-dental-clinic-need-oral-surgeon-and-dentist-volunteers#stream/0
Pete Hartman speaks with Jennifer Turner on the topic of needing to fill the role of volunteer dentist and oral surgeons following the retirement of a current dentist. Jennifer Turner describes the various services the Samaritan Dental Clinic provides for the community and how essential these services are to maintain through the help of volunteers.
Pete Hartman speaks with Area Commander at the Salvation Army, Josh Robinette, who promotes the Bell Ringer and Angel Tree programs to help meet the needs of community members. Volunteers are needed to support families by collecting donations through the century old red kettle campaign as well as helping provide Christmas and a meal for children in the community through the Angel Tree program.
Pete Hartman interviews Jennifer Turner regarding Samartian Dental which provides dental services for the uninsured and those living within the poverty line. Jennifer Turner who is the Director of Health and Social Services at the Samaritan Community Center discusses the need for a replacement dentist as well as the opportunity for providers to partner with the Samaritan Community Center.
Pete Hartman speaks with Camyrn and Joaquin who recently graduated from their roles at the Rockin' Baker and are advancing to the status of managerial roles. Camryn and Joaquin will embrace their newly appointed roles at a ceremony taking place November 10 which will be open to the public.
Pete Hartman speaks with David Collins from the Historic Cane Hill to promote this year's High School Artists Exhibition and Competition event taking place virtually. The exhibition and awards ceremony will be held online November 19 at 6pm, more information on the event can be found at https://historiccanehillar.org/events/