WXEL Local Radio Productions Fundraising Success, AAAAlive!, FL Forum 2008-05-17T20:47:46Z http://wxelpodcasts.org/atom.aspx Quick Blog FLORIDA FORUM 031608 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-14:206d2b1c-7e61-4524-a32e-625bf0ccba9e Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T12:43:24Z 2008-05-14T12:41:00Z
David Levy, President of Family Caregiver Advocacy Group: how to approach senior loved ones who are slowly losing their abilities; how to initiate talk on difficult subjects, like: "Taking the Keys Away". To attend his seminars, call Mae Volen Center at 561-395-8920 for more info.

Brandy Upright, Director of Marketing for the American Orchid Society in Delray Beach talks about their lovely facility and greenhouses, and announces 2 unique events coming up: Wine and Jazz in the Botanical Garden. Call 561-404-2011 or go to www.aos.org.

Rod Lerner and Paula Anderson are interviewed by Linda Carr about an amazing camp for children who are trying to recover after the death of a loved one. "Camp Good Grief" is operated by Hospice By The Sea in Boca Raton. Call (561) 416-5099 or go to www.hospicebytheseafl.org

]]> FLORIDA FORUM 042708 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:24017a65-9398-41cc-99c2-3eb31fbfea73 Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:19:09Z 2008-05-07T13:50:00Z
Arthur Berger, of the U.S. Holocaust Museum in Washington DC -talks about the efforts to trace every victim via their International Tracing Service For more info call: 866-912-4385 or the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum at 202-488-0400

Richard Weilheimer is a Holocaust survivor and Author of "Be Happy, Be Free, Dance" - 561- 997-6355

• Nancy Dershaw, President of Next Generations, a local group in which children of Holocaust survivors help future generations learn from what happened. For more info, call 561-862 5898

• Robert Alrod, LEAH - (561) 393-9717

• Maureen Marullo and Eileen Shapiro: Teachers Teaching Holocaust Studies/Facing History
Palm Beach County Schools…Department of Multicultural Education. For more info: marumel@palmbeach.k12.fl.us
561-434-7426

]]> FLORIDA FORUM 042008 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:de4bb0ed-639e-4740-9731-99f54dc50894 Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:19:57Z 2008-05-07T13:38:00Z Okeeheelee Nature Center on Forest Hill Blvd. talks about this beautiful park in the middle of West Palm Beach. For more info, go to: www.pbcgov.com/parks/locations/okeeheelee.htm or call (561) 233-1400

Ted + Trudy Winsberg, long time owners of a farm west of Boynton Beach talk about their life over the past 4 decades. They donated the property that is now Green Cay Nature Center on Hagen Ranch Road. For more info on the preserve, call 561-966-7000 or go to www.pbcgov.com/waterutilities/waterfacts/green_cay.htm

Martin Morse talks about Jonathan Dickenson State Park in Jupiter ; its canoe trails and history, and its new Education center. For more info: Call 772-546-2771 or go to www.floridastateparks.org/jonathandickinson/

Kelli Kirchofer of Daggerwing Nature Center in South County Regional Park west of 441 near Glades Rd. has recently expanded and is celebrating Earth Day on Sat Apr 26. For more info, go to:
www.pbcparks.com/nature or call
(561) 629-8767
]]> FLORIDA FORUM 041308 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:868351ec-51fb-40ac-851f-8b5d7e41b22b Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:20:33Z 2008-05-07T13:28:00Z Featuring:
Dr. Denise Sparks and Barbara Curtis of the FAU Memory and Wellness Center 561-297-0502 or
www.fau.edu/memorywellnesscenter
Mary Barnes: Alzheimer's Community Care of West Palm Beach 561 683-2700 or www.alzcare.org
David Levy of Family Caregiver Advocacy Group: 561-482-0086 or call Mae Volen Center at 561-395-8920.
Ellen Brown of Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapterwww.alz.org/seflorida/
CALL 24/7: 800.272.3900 ]]> FLORIDA FORUM 040608 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:3cfdc776-55f9-474d-8370-dc046b2597b9 Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:21:53Z 2008-05-07T13:17:00Z
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Marti Forman of the Cooperative Feeding program in Broward County talks about the increased need to address the homeless and hunger problems in our community. Go to www.feedingbroward.org for more info.

Claudia Kirk Barto Executive Director of the local Cystic Fibrosis Foundation talks about the many "Great Strides" fundraisers taking place throughout our area. Joining her is Jack Fiedor, President of this local chapter, who has a 13 year old daughter with CF. For more info about the disease or these fundraisers, go to: 800.FIGHT CF or www.cff.org

 

]]> FLORIDA FORUM 030908 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:293075aa-3717-4cec-b002-4c54fb441659 Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:23:34Z 2008-05-07T10:46:00Z Jim Barry, spokesperson for the Consumer Electronics Association, talks about the Digital Television Transition coming up in one year on Feb 17, 2009. For more info go to www.ce.org.

Tana Ebole and Kathy Adams of Palm Beach County Children's Services Council talk about the work they do to promote preventive care for young children.374-7608 or go to www.scspbc.org


Byron Pitts, BBS News journalist talks about his career, but can't talk about the reason he will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Literacy Coalition Annual Luncheon. Go to www.pbcliteracy.org for more information.

]]> FLORIDA FORUM 020308 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:81c95b07-0b35-4c04-893d-9cc1c308a362 Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:24:20Z 2008-05-07T10:32:00Z Florida Atlantic University as part of the Alan B. Larkin Symposium on the American Presidency. Go to www.fauevents.com for more info.

BRUCE WIGO, President & CEO of Ft Lauderdale’s historic International Swimming Hall of Fame talks about this fascinating venue and an upcoming talk by
LYNNE COX, a long distance open water swim champion & author of "Grayson" on Sun. Feb 17 Go to www.ISHOF.org or www.lynnecox.org for more info

ANDREW KATO, artistic director of Maltz Jupiter Theatre announces some interesting seminars called Free at Three. They include: Babette Brown, a ballroom dance champion speaking on Valentine's Day about her career and learning to dance For more info, go to : www.jupitertheatre.org

IVAN BARON, tournament director of the upcoming International Tennis Championships Delray Beach talks about this event occurring on Feb 9 - 17. Go to www.atptennis.com for more info.

MARSHALL TURKIN, founder Boca Raton Symphonia discusses entertainment and music for children at Mizner Park in Boca Raton on Feb 16. Lu Wittenkeller, founder of a youth group, The New Young Patriots, talks about their part in Kids Day; the children recite the Preamble to the Constitution. Go to www.centre4artsboca.com for more info.
]]> FLORIDA FORUM 012708 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:f635a657-0061-4dea-971f-e8fa8a1fe65b Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:25:24Z 2008-05-07T10:20:00Z Darlene Kostrub, executive director of the Palm Beach Literacy Coalition talks about "Read Together 2008" If you'd like to learn more about the books- and help choose this year's selection, go to: www.pbcliteracy.org

style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Kevin Wagner, a political science professor at FAU and Tony Texera, FAU student government president talk about "Join It" - a Civic Engagement at FAU-to encourage college students to get involved in the election process with workshops, Presidential debates and mock debates
www.fau.edu

Marlo Belkin, executive director Milagro Center- a non-profit mentoring and teaching at risk children in Delray Beach
and Jerry Leeman, entertainment director Delray Beach Arts talk about how the children from Milagro Center are involved with the upcoming Delray Beach Garlic Fest. Go to www.milagrocenter.org or www.dbgarlicfest.com for more info.

]]> FLORIDA FORUM 012008 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:217e0337-f26e-43de-9c19-11de1ce46e8b Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:26:22Z 2008-05-07T10:00:00Z Palm Beach County talks about the upcoming Presidential Primary Election If you need info go to: www.pbcelections.org

Dr. Kenneth Osgood an Assistant Professor in FAU's History Dep't talks about FAU's efforts to educate students about the election via the mock debates and other election related events.
Go to www.FAU.edu/debates to find out about these events


Miles Coon, the founder and chairman of the Palm Beach Poetry Festival talks about this unique local event. Also interviewed was Lola Haskins, a Florida based poet.
For more info go to www.palmbeachpoetryfestival.org

Peter Marzilli, special events director at Cuillo Centre for the Arts talks about their many shows and events "Downtown at the Cuillo" including a partnership with the local school television network TEN called "Performing Arts on TV" Avery Sommers stars in this event, and sings "This Little Light of Mine" accompanied by Tom Pizzi on piano. Dr. Judy Garcia, general manager TV- T.E.N. (The Education Network) also explained the partnership. Go to www.cuillocentre.com for more info.]]> FLORIDA FORUM 011308 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2008-05-07:d68c2ee4-b18b-4966-b9db-63c2d113d40a Lee Rowand 2008-05-14T11:27:37Z 2008-05-07T09:48:00Z 8:30am-7:30pm.
The LWV Voters Hotline is 561-276-4898...or go to their website at www.lwvpbc.org

Jake Ehrenreich talks about his straight from Off Broadway production and autobiographical comedy show: "A Jew Grows in Brooklyn" playing at Cuillo Centre for the Arts in West Palm Beach through Mar 30. Call 561-835-9226 or go to www.cuillocentre.com

Joe Gillie, Director of Old School Square in Delray Beach talks about past and upcoming entertainment at this historic downtown venue.
Go to www.oldschool.org or call 561-243-7922 for more info.

Dr Ra'anan Giffson of the Jewish National Fund talks about the peace process and complexities of life in Israel in lieu of increased terrorism in other parts of the Mid East. Go to www.jnf.org for more info.
]]> Florida Forum 120907 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-12-09:ac67db18-e730-436a-aec1-e410cc8e4822 Lee Rowand 2008-01-16T13:11:34Z 2007-12-09T12:41:00Z www.vetshelpingheroes.com for more info. Michael Hall, artistic director of Caldwell Theatre in Boca Raton talks about their new location, the upcoming season, and their current production: "Doubt" . For more info, go to: www.caldwelltheatre.com Poppi Mercier, executive director of the Children's Museum of Boca Raton talks about all that is going onthere. For more info, go to www.cmboca.org or call 561-368-6875. Arlene Stein, local author of "The Eye of My Apple" discusses her upbringing and how it affected and fostered her writing. ]]> Arts & Attractions Alive! 112307 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-12-05:8b4ea71f-48e7-4873-85c7-4ad040daeca7 Lee Rowand 2007-12-05T13:01:29Z 2007-12-05T10:52:00Z

Caroline Breder-Watts chats with Karen Davis, Executive Director of the Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival, about the upcoming films and events.  Bill Nix interviews Randy Dellago, Artistic Director of the Delray Beach Playhouse, about the company’s missions, history and upcoming season.

Arts and Attractions Alive is a weekly program spotlighting the diverse cultural, nature-based and family entertainment venues and events in Palm Beach County.  The program is sponsored by the Palm Beach County Cultural Council, with additional support from The Boca Raton Museum of Art, Florida Stage and the South Florida Science Museum.

 

]]> Florida Forum 112507 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-11-25:7973e1c8-3db4-40fc-bc8c-9484b2bfb663 Lee Rowand 2008-01-16T13:09:22Z 2007-11-25T11:56:00Z www.grassrootsoccer.org for information. ...and in a final interview about what America means to hard working immigrants: Armida Salazar of Mexico talks about her life and how she has been able to raise her family. Barbara Vilaseca, Executive Director of Caridad Center talks about the many services this center offers to those like Armida who just need an occasional helping hand. For more info, go to www.caridad.org, or stop by their facility on Boynton Beach Blvd, just west of the turnpike. ]]> Florida Forum 111807 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-11-18:afbe47cd-ef95-487c-8068-2340027b2fa6 Lee Rowand 2008-01-16T12:53:28Z 2007-11-18T11:02:00Z Dr. Terry Maple president of the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach co-author with Newt Gingrich of "A Contract With the Earth". For more info, go to palmbeachzoo.org, or clickon the link to Amazon.com to order the book.


Diane Hirth talks about the laceName>FloridalaceName> laceName>PrepaidlaceName> laceType>CollegelaceType> Plan. Go to www.florida529plans.com for more info.


Hal Schaefer of the The Center for Lifetime Learning at laceName>Palm BeachlaceName> laceType>Community CollegelaceType> talks about themany seminars and classes available at the CLL. Go to www.pbcc.edu for more info.


Robin Ren speaks about CASEC, the Chinese Association of Science, Economics & Culture of South Florida. It has 1000 members from Homestead to Jupiter. They have a cultural program at laceName>FloridalaceName> laceName>AtlanticlaceName> laceType>UniversitylaceType> on Sunday Nov 18.
Go to www.casec.floridachinese.org for more informaiton.



]]> Florida Forum 110407 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-11-04:0488dc98-ae4e-4c22-b7c7-f236e1a0b820 Lee Rowand 2008-01-16T13:06:07Z 2007-11-04T22:27:00Z www.oe.fau.edu/ or call 561 297 3430 to reach their Boca Raton campus office. Erin Wirth, Director of Devlopment at Tri County Humane Society discusses how animals can be a plus for nursing home patients. Visit this no-kill facility just west of the Glades Rd turnpike exit on Boca Rio Rd, west of Boca Raton or call (561) 482-8110 or go to www.tricountyhumane.org/ for more info. Ty Houcks, founder of Ragtops Motor Cars discusses how his love of cars as a youth evolved into this fascinating museum on Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. Go to www.ragtopsmotorcars.com/classic-car-museum.html or call 561-655-2836 ]]> Fundraising Success 102807 tag:wxelpodcasts.org,2007-10-29:6da2c8c9-d767-4f1d-8c0e-0ebe53856de1 Lee Rowand 2007-10-29T15:15:21Z 2007-10-29T15:10:00Z
Dr. Stephen L. Goldstein is the host and executive producer of “Fundraising Success.” He is the author of 30 Days to Successful Fundraising. For his weekly fundraising column, go to www.fundraisingguru.blogspot.com. This week’s program:
1. CONSULTANT’S CORNER: Stephen Kosslyn, Chairman of the Department of Psychology at Harvard University and author of Clear and to The Point: 8 Psychological Principles for Compelling PowerPoint Presentations—on turning dry and ineffective presentations into fundraising success
2. FOCUS ON NONPROFIT GIVING: Bettie Clark & Michael Barron—the “Leave a Legacy” initiative: on how easy and meaningful it is for everyone to leave money to nonprofits as part of their estate planning
3. QUICK TAKES ON FUNDRAISING SUCCESS from contributing editors Stephen Rockwell, Sean Stannard-Stockton, and Peter Panepento—with special comments from Dr. Stephen L. Goldstein
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