(Airdate: July 12, 2023) Julia and George Maynard invite Nature Now host Debaran Kelso and field recorder Meg Amos to view and learn about the active bald eagle nest near their property west of Port Townsend.
Nature Now #627 Bald Eagles
Local News for 7/12/23
Light the Night Point Wilson Light Station Concert
(Airdate: July 11, 2023) The U.S. Lighthouse Society at Point Wilson is an organization that is restoring the Pt. Wilson Light Station. Their efforts also include advocating for this historic icon, providing tours and yes continued restoration. This historic icon continues to need a vigilant watch over its care and as such the US Lighthouse Society will be hosting a concert featuring Kevin Brooks of “The Oyster Boys. Join Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can as we discuss with Jeff Gales, Executive Director of the US Lighthouse Society, and keeper of the light Meleah Carter how one can help to keep the light shining on our Salish Sea.
#225 Rob Birman, Centrum Executive Director
(Airdate: July 11, 2023) Maryanne interviews Rob Birman, the Executive Director of Centrum, Port Townsend’s venerable music centerpiece, now celebrating its 50th anniversary. The season gets off to a spectacular start with a benefit concert by Centrum alum Diana Krall. Although not all Centrum alum end up with careers exactly like hers, Centrum workshops have helped fuel many music careers. Workshops cut across many genres – including ukulele, chamber music, jazz, fiddle tunes, and blues. Roughly 35,000 musicians and concert attendees have participated over the years. Birman steered the non-profit through the dark days of the pandemic. Revenue dropped 98% during 2020. But 2023 looks like it might be back to 2019 levels. There’s plenty planned to celebrate the 50th – including a series of paintings by local artist Max Grover, Sunrise Coffee is planning on introducing a new coffee line dubbed “a cup of Joe” after Joseph Wheeler who launched Centrum back in 1973. There are many more special events, according to Birman.
Local News for 7/11/23
Jefferson Co. Museum of Art & History
(Airdate: July 10, 2023) Host Phil Andrus interviews Tara McCauley, Director of the Jefferson Co. Museum of Art & History.
Ironing for Fun and Profit
(Airdate: July 10, 2023 – Ironing for Fun and Profit) Ray makes a bid for the ironing hall of fame.
Local News for 7/07/23
Peter Robinson Interviews Johnny Nicholas
On Tuesday, July 4th during Out of Nowhere, KPTZ DJ Peter Robinson had an opportunity to interview blues musician Johnny Nicholas. If you didn’t have a chance to hear this live, here’s a recording. Check out the words and music from the KPTZ studio.
Brewocracy Now ~ 7/06/23
Taylor Clark and John Mauro discussed the Fort Worden PDA, as well as some needed sewer repairs. The theme appeared to be “how the sausage is made” and poo! Listen in and find out why…. Also, John extended an invitation to join in for important meeting that will be held all day Monday with both city elected officials and city department heads as they start collecting information for next years budget.
