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Christina Gusek

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Our guest on this session is local artist Christina Gusek. Her colorful art is outstanding for a unique style and aesthetic that connects with the future. This is a co-produced and co-hosted episode with Holyoke Herald staff reporters, Marty Keane, Isabella Courchesne, and Brendan Leahy. This session also promotes the exhibition “The Art of Christina Gusek – Year 2050 and beyond” that opens on August 9th, 2017 at the Holyoke Hummus Company. 285 High St. You can see the work of Christina Gusek on her Facebook Page. During the conversation, it is mentioned a video Iohann made in Atlanta, at … Continue reading Christina Gusek

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Natasha Colón Ortíz – Paper City Art Kids

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Paper City Art Kids is a creative pop-up shop for kids and families to paint and explore their creativity. Natasha Colón Ortíz created this local business to engage the youth in Holyoke into arts. This conversation reveals Natasha’s inspiration and the story of this project. Paper City Art Kids is located at 92 Race St. in Holyoke, MA. You can follow Paper City Art Kids on Facebook. Continue reading Natasha Colón Ortíz – Paper City Art Kids

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Liz Whynott – The Needle Exchange Program at Tapestry

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Liz Whynott, Director of HIV Health and Prevention Services at Tapestry, is our guest. During this session, Liz shared valuable information regarding the needle exchange program, its history, development, and current services, as well as the positive impact. This conversation also brought the opportunity to discuss some of the misconceptions about the needle exchange and offered information to clarify what the needle exchange is, and how it operates. The information about the program is always available to the public. You can get more information about the Needle Exchange Program and all other services provided by Tapestry at their website: http://www.tapestryhealth.org Also, … Continue reading Liz Whynott – The Needle Exchange Program at Tapestry

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Diana Alvarez

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“…music, performances, and randomness.” These are some of the taglines that define the content you can find on radioplasma. Get ready to enjoy a conversation and performance by Diana Alvarez. Her sultry and powerful voice has captivated the attention of many, in our local cultural circles. We had a conversation about Diana’s musical development, her projects, and of course, an intimate musical session that is guaranteed to be a delight. You can know more about Diana Alvarez, her work, projects, and upcoming performances, on her website, http://www.diana-alvarez.com and her Facebook Page Continue reading Diana Alvarez

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The Victory Theater Storefronts

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The morning of June 23rd, 2017, the storefronts of the Victory Theater became the center of attention and were visible and exposed for the first time in decades. Radioplasma was there and we got to talk with Kathy McKean, Managing Director of the Massachusetts International Festival of the Arts (MIFA). While this conversation happened, people stopped by to take a look, and we met Michael McLaughlin, who worked at the Victory Theater, back in the ’70s. For more information about the Victory Theater and MIFA, you can visit their website: http://www.mifafestival.org Continue reading The Victory Theater Storefronts

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LEARN IN MOTION

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Meet Christopher Gibaldi and Hope Ross. They are the family team of Learn in Motion. A program designed to getting children ages 3 to 5, active and engaged in sports activities, combining fun and learning, through educational and movement-based programming. On this session, the whole Learn in Motion family talk about the program, its development, and the positive impact is creating in the community. You can visit Learn in Motion Facebook Page and their official website. Continue reading LEARN IN MOTION

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STEVEN HUERTA “Journeys: An American Mix Tape”

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Steven Huerta is a Holyoke resident artist, creator of the exhibition “Journeys: An American Mix Tape”, displayed at the Wistariahurst Museum and it was made to celebrate June, National Immigrant Heritage Month. On this conversation with Huerta, you will get to know the details about this collection of art pieces, that tell a story, connect with immigration, history, heritage, music, memories, and beauty. You can visit the Wistariahurst Museum’s website to see the pieces of this exhibition.     Continue reading STEVEN HUERTA “Journeys: An American Mix Tape”

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Lecture by Ginetta Candelario: “Immigrant’s Incorporation and Life Chances in Holyoke”, at the Wistariahurst

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corded As part of the events celebrating National Immigrant Heritage Month, The Wistariahurst Museum hosted on June 14th of 2017, the lecture “Immigrant’s Incorporation and Life Chances in Holyoke” by Professor Ginetta Candelario. This radioplasma special feature includes the entire lecture, recorded during this event, and allowing the community to listen to this well-documented presentation about Holyoke’s history. For more information about the events planned for Immigrant Heritage Month, you can visit the Wistariahurst website: wistariahurst.org   Continue reading Lecture by Ginetta Candelario: “Immigrant’s Incorporation and Life Chances in Holyoke”, at the Wistariahurst