Episodes
R-Town | Episode 2201 | September 15, 2023 This season kicks off with Nicole Nfonoyim-Hara visiting with the Med City Arts Festival director. Next we learn about the ACHLA (Alliance of Chicanos, Hispanics and Latin Americans). Danielle Teal visits with a hair salon owner; Michael Wojcik covers the city’s events; and the walkabout feature takes us to downtown Peace Plaza with Threshold Arts. Nicole ends this one with a visit featuring the Downtown Alliance and what they bring to their community. R-Town | Episode 2202 | September 22, 2023 Nicole discusses empowering East African women and families with the founders of Pamoja Women. She also catches up with the new season at the Rochester Repertory Theatre. Danielle learns about cryotherapy, and Michael updates us on activities in the city. We also visit Rochester’s historic Plummer House. R-Town | Episode 2203 | September 29, 2023 In this week’s R-Town , Nicole learns about the new season of the Choral Arts Ensemble with artistic director Rick Kvam and discusses the technology levy referendum with Kent Pekel, superintendent of Rochester Public Schools. Danielle visits with Misha Johnson of the Rochester Civic Theatre. Michael updates us on upcoming activities in the city. We also visit a performance of the musical “Matilda.” R-Town | Episode 2204 | October 6, 2023 Nicole discusses the Rochester sales tax extension vote with City Administrator Alison Zelms. She also discusses women’s health with Becky Montpetit and Melissa Richards, M.D. Danielle visits with business management consultant Dr. Ayodeji Oyebola. We also take a look at an exhibit at the Rochester Art Center. Michael keeps us abreast of goings-on in Rochester. R-Town | Episode 2205 | October 13, 2023 Nicole discusses Cradle to Career with Julie Ruzek and talks with Brian Lind of Rochester Public Library about the exhibit “Testify: America from Slavery to Today”. Matt Bluhm speaks with Mei Liu from the Lotus Health Foundation. We also learn about a Creepy Doll Contest and visit a winter coat drive collection point.
R-Town | Episode 2206 | October 20, 2023 Nicole talks with a local author, Andrew Pruett. Next we head to a vinyl record event. Danielle visits with a life and wellness coach. Michael brings us the rundown of local events. We finish this episode with information on a fall retreat through UMR Health CORE program. R-Town | Episode 2207| November 3, 2023 In this week’s R-Town, Nicole talks with Vidya Iyer of the Indian Cultural Association and with Wale Elegbede of the NAACP Rochester Branch. Danielle speaks with Vivian Lark of Music Lessons for All. Michael tells us about events happening in Rochester. And we meet artist and curator Ivete Martinez. R-Town | Episode 2208 | November 10, 2023 Nicole discusses the 125 Live food pantry with Ken Baerg. She also talks with Candace Hample about Olmsted County’s milk donor program for breastfeeding. We visit Boundless, an indoor play place for children no matter what their abilities or disabilities. Danielle visits FEAST! Michael tells us what to look forward to over the holidays. R-Town | Episode 2209 | November 17, 2023 Nicole discusses redlining and racial covenants with Phil Wheeler. She also talks with artist Tierney Parker. Danielle talks to Dina Abo Sheasa of Curve Solutions. We visit an indoor skatepark, and Michael gives us more fun things to do over the holidays.
50th anniversary of the People’s Co-op open house
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