Community Media's Open House
Celebrating our community here in South Central Pennsylvania! We invite those who are doing great thing in our community to share their accomplishments with the world.
Episodes
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with historian June Lloyd to explore the rich history of Adams and York Counties. Along the way, June also shares her own story and how she developed her passion for history.
This episode was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
In this special episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Author and Teacher, Tim Shannon. Learn about some of Adams County's history from Tim himself!
This episode was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Lisa Weigard and Amber Ballou from Sparrow Place. They discuss the organization’s mission, their passion for raising awareness about human trafficking, and their plans to open a shelter for trafficked adult women.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Matt Thomas from the Adams County Community Foundation. Matt discusses the many ways the Foundation supports Adams County through its grant programs, the Giving Spree, and other community initiatives. He also highlights several grant opportunities available to local organizations and individuals who meet the criteria.
...In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Gary Grecco, Executive Director, and Tom Shutt, Chief Operating Officer of the Mason Dixon Chapter of Youth for Christ. They discuss the organization’s mission, how they support and guide local youth, and their plans for the future.
In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Steve Zimmerman and Rose Thornberry of Gettysburg Green Gathering. Learn how the organization got its start, the impact it’s making, and how you can get involved in promoting environmental stewardship across Adams County.
In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Robin Heyser and Pamalee Lady of the East Berlin Area Community Center about the important role the center plays, the many events they host, and their vision for a new building.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Elida Murray and Cathy Harner from the Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center. They discuss plans for their new Gettysburg facility, the Brighter Tomorrows Center, what the expanded space will allow them to accomplish, and how the community can help support the project.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with members of the Adams County Chapter of Pennsylvanians for Human Life. They discuss the organization’s mission, the events they host, and how individuals can get involved in the pro-life movement.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Biglerville Mayor Phil Wagner and Borough Manager Kelly Shaffer. They discuss plans for a major Upper Adams celebration of America 250, including event details, what attendees can expect, and how community members can still get involved.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Andrea Ryan, Senior Marketing Manager, and Julie Murphy, Web & Social Media Marketing Manager for Explore York. They discuss their roles, the mission of Explore York, how you can get connected, and the many ways the organization brings the community together.
In this special America 250th episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Historian of Adams County and Director of Education at Gettysburg History, Tim Smith. They discuss Tim’s journey into history, his favorite stories, and his work with the Adams County Historical Society and Gettysburg History.
This episode was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
...In this episode of Open House, guest host Frank Kozak sits down with Mike and Mindy Rottmund from Friends of Codorus State Park. They discuss the organization’s efforts to support the park, the events they host, and how you can get involved.
In this special America 250th episode of Open House, Ray talks with Ben Neely, President and CEO of the York County History Center. Discover what the History Center has to offer, its rich history, and the exciting plans underway for the America 250th celebration.
In this episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Carl Whitehill, Vice President of Destination Gettysburg and Chair of the Adams County America 250th Committee. They discuss the Committee’s plans for the 250th Anniversary and how they aim to bring the community together in celebration.
In this episode of Open House, guest host Sarah Dull of Members 1st Credit Union sits down with Jacki Gray, Development Coordinator, and Josh Leik, Executive Director of The Arc of York and Adams Counties. They discuss the organization’s mission, the programs they offer, and the many ways they support individuals and families throughout the community.
In this special America 250 episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Public Historian, Ken Gavin. Learn about how Ken got into history, how he became a Public Historian, and some of the things he's learned on his journey.
This Open House was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
In this episode of Open House, guest host Frank Kozak sits down with members of the Watershed Alliance of Adams County. Pat Naugle, Vy Trinh, and Deborah Kravchuk discuss the Alliance’s mission, the work they do to protect local waterways, and how community members can get involved.
Special thanks to Frank Kozak of Adams County Trout Unlimited for being a guest host!
...In this special America 250 episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Jim McClure. Learn about Jim’s work in history, including his research on York County, early wagon trails, and more.
This Open House was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
In this special America 250 episode of Open House, Ray sits down with Historian Dennis Ness. Hear about Dennis, how he began to dive into the history of York County, and and listen as he talks about that history.
This Open House was made in partnership with the New Oxford Area Historical Society.
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