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On this episode, Barry is joined by Freda Roberson (Executive Director) and Candace Davenport (Board Member) of the Fremont Street Nursery in Winchester. The Nursery has been providing quality daycare since 1943, and is launching a capital campaign to build a new classroom and renovate another.
Childhood Cancer Activist Ammy Doeden joins Barry this week to discuss the '15th Annual Get Your Shave On', August 24th in Middletown to benefit the Saint Baldrick's Foundation. This volunteer fundraiser raises precious dollars for childhood cancer research.
Award-winning journalist with The Winchester Star, and Barry's longtime friend, Brian Brehm joins him on this week's broadcast to chat about his new children's book, "So Long, Charlie ... A Tree Bears Witness To History". The story is based on an actual 300 year old white oak near Shawneeland that collapsed during a storm in 2022.
On this week's show, Barry confesses how 5, silly, everyday, modern life situations stress him out ... like trying to count that one to two seconds between pops to know when the microwave popcorn is really done ... and not burned.
Community encourager, digital creator and podcaster Rich Weller joins Barry this week to talk about his new children's book: "The Story of Egan and the Encouragement Tree". Rich wrote the book with the hope of inspiring young readers to believe in themselves, and to encourage others.
On this episode, Barry pays a special tribute to his brother Richard who passed away unexpectedly on June 23rd. Barry shares stories of growing up with his big brother and the life lessons he learned as well as the silly things they did, like inventing 'the stomach game' challenge after a huge meal or coming up with the 'Butsy' nickname.
Blue Ridge Hospice is now ... Blue Ridge Care. Joining Barry on the show is Jason Parsons, President and CEO of Blue Ridge Care. He shares the story behind the name change and how they have united all services and programs that goes beyond hospice services to serve more people and families with the same compassion and care.
Middletown Mayor Charles Harbaugh IV joins Barry on the show this week to invite everyone to the town for a Vintage Baseball Game (1864 rules) on 6/29, and the huge 4th of July Celebration on 7/4. Food and craft vendors, live music, skydivers, parade and BIG fireworks are part of the party!
Also on this episode, Barry's friend Terry Cornwell shares a true 'what are the odds' story that sort of makes you shake your head.
This week, Barry's daughter Brooke joins him to reminisce about a spring day in 2024 when a 'lost' party balloon found it's way to their woods. The message on the balloon left them both with the question: "What are the odds?"
This week, all the talk is about an anonymous angel, who upon diagnosis of stage 4 cancer, was given months to live. After nearly 10 years of treatments and a miraculous recovery, she created The Angel Trust to assist cancer patients undergoing treatment with emergency help with things like their mortgage, car repairs or utility bills. Barry's guest to tell the 'angel's' story is Jenny Grooms, Executive Director of Valley Health ...
On this episode Barry reflects on his move back to Virginia in 1977 and boarding with his Aunt Louise. Some of the 'life-lessons' he observed living under her roof for a year and a half are shared with love and humor.
After nearly 39 years of marriage, Barry and his wife find their 'Real ID' on a lunch date at the DMV. The fun begins when the clerk, and some of the patrons give advice on fixing Barry's wayward hair for the picture!
On this episode Barry reconnects with an old friend, Gary Carroll, a musician and songwriter who comes from a very musical family. Gary has a distant cousin who was a member of NSYNC and a songwriter on his father's side that wrote the song ..."By the sea, by the sea, by the beautiful sea". Gary shares many personal stories including his inspiring comeback after a stroke in 2023.
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A double feature on this week's episode:
Amanda Whitson and Sandra Bloom of the Housing Coalition of Northern Shenandoah Valley discuss the 7th Annual Housing Summit: Economics of Housing, Escaping The Housing Trap. The free event is May 23rd, 8:30 to 2:30 at the Laurel Ridge Community College in Middletown. The summit features guest speakers, a local growth panel, breakout sessions and breakfast and lunch (please register on Th...
Amy McFarland was a community treasure who despite her medical issues and physical challenges, spread joy and a love for people and animals. Her dream was to one day open a shelter for homeless animals, but sadly, Amy passed away in July of 2023. Amy's mom, Mary McFarland, with the help of friends and community, is organizing a fundraiser walk for the Winchester Area SPCA to carry on Amy's legacy of love and kindness. Joining Ma...
It's Apple Blossom Week and Barry celebrates a 'pink and green' podcast with Sabra Veach, a long-time fan, volunteer and Vice President with the Festival. Sabra shares her memories of marching in the parades with the Handley Band, her line-up of festival outfits (they're labeled) and her neighborhood tradition of sidewalk chalk art and portraits.
Also on this festive episode, Barry pulls a couple of silly Apple Blossom songs out ...
Two special segments this week on the show: First, Rick Ours of the Kiwanis Club of Winchester and Robin Russell with Family Promise Northern Shenandoah Valley discuss the homeless situation with children in our area, and how the Kiwanis Community Pancake Day on 4/26 will raise funds for Family Promise. (www.winvakiw.org)
The second segment features Jeff Alban, Artistic Director with Blue Ridge Singers, who will share the stories...
For 200 years, Beethoven's Ninth Symphony (including 'Ode To Joy') has offered a message around the world of the shared humanity of all people. On this episode, Barry interviews Jon Goldberg, Music Director/Conductor of the Main Street Chamber Orchestra. On April 26th at 4 p.m., the Orchestra will present a 'Concert For Hope And Unity' at the Johnson Williams Middle School in Berryville. Details: www.mainstreetchamberorchestra....
In this episode, Barry shares his concern about why his brain is replaying television jingles when he first wakes up. Also, he defines "March Madness" as the parade of insects marching into his house with the warmer weather.
This week on the show, Bill North and Tammy Stevenson of the Rotary Club of Frederick County stop by to chat about the club's 2nd Annual Golf Ball Drop on May 9th at Sherando Park. 700 numbered golf balls, purchased at $25 each, will be dropped from 60 feet up, with the ball landing closest to the target being worth $1,500! Proceeds from the fundraiser will be awarded to the Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum for free admissions ...
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