Monthly Archives: July, 2024

The World Series of Bocce: A Celebration of Sport, Family and Community

Published - July 9, 2024

“The World Series of Bocce: A Celebration of Sport, Family and Community” is a documentary short that captures the intense competition at the annual World Series of Bocce tournament in Rome, New York, while highlighting the event’s economic, social and community impact. Tune in for the premiere on Thursday, July 11 at 10 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The special will re-air on Sunday, July 21 at 3:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 27 at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV.  

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See Santana & Counting Crows Live in Syracuse on July 24!

Published - July 9, 2024

Love live music and WCNY? Support WCNY and enjoy an unforgettable evening at the Santana and Counting Crows concert live at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview on Wednesday, July 24. Your donation of $75 or more to WCNY secures two tickets. Tickets are limited. Call 315.551.6838 to reserve your tickets today!

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Syracuse (On)Stage, Episode 19 – 50 Years of Syracuse Stage: An Oral History

Published - July 9, 2024

Throughout the 50th anniversary season, audience members were invited to record a memory of their experiences at Syracuse Stage. Recorded in an audio booth located right in their lobby, enjoy a short compilation of the Syracuse Stage oral history.  

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Funky Foodies Episode 206: The Funkies Deliver a Lesson in Urban Ecology

Published - July 6, 2024

The Funky Foodies visit Mayor Muskrat to convince him of their idea to turn the vacant lot into a nature center and community garden instead of a commercial mini mall. The Funkies trade Mayor Muskrat’s donut for a healthier soft oat and nut bar. Kid-friendly recipe: Soft Oat and Nut Bar. Funky Foodies is a podcast for kids, and it’s produced right here in Central New York. Tween foodies Frankie, Fern, and Zara share a passion for food and its impacts on the environment. Adventures follow after they form an alliance called Funky Foodies, Inc., pledging to, “Save the Planet,

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Check It Out: Second Annual Library Comic Con

Published - July 6, 2024

Solvay Public Library’s Brian Rowlands joins Tom and Maggie to preview the library’s second annual Comic Con for kids. It’s free, of course! And, your illustrious hosts share even more special events happening this summer at Onondaga County Public Libraries.

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S08 Ep45: A Little Romance

Published - July 6, 2024

“It must be a sign of talent that I do not give up, though I can get nobody to take an interest in my efforts.” – Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel   Most folks know about Clara Schumann and Fanny Mendelssohn.  But who were their contemporaries?  This week, we hear works from some of the other women of the Romantic era. “A Little Romance” Maria Szymanowska:  Nocturne in B-flat Major Margot Dilmaghani, piano “Gardens of the Heart” Celebration Recordings Tekla Bądarzewska-Baranowska:  The Maiden’s Prayer I Salonisti “The Last Dance: Music for a Vanishing Era” Deutsche Harmonia 77377 Tekla Bądarzewska-Baranowska:  The Prayer Granted Robert

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On the One LIVE!, Episode 10 – Kev Jones

Published - July 3, 2024

In this On The One LIVE!, host DJ Bella J chats with Caribbean singer and songwriter Kev Jones about his latest music and his inspiring journey into Central New York’s music scene!

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Repeating History – Premiere Episode: Historian Michael Hattem

Published - July 3, 2024

Community FM is pleased to present this premiere episode of Repeating History, a new monthly program hosted by Bob Searing, Curator of History for the Onondaga Historical Association. Just in time for Independence Day, Bob’s guest this month is Michael Hattem, one of the nation’s foremost experts on the history of the American Revolution. Hattem’s new book, “The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History” comes out on July 23.    

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Built to Serve, Episode 24 – Hiscock Legal Aid Society

Published - July 3, 2024

For 75 years, the Hiscock Legal Aid Society has been champions of “Justice For All” in Central New York, handling more than 9,000 cases and assisting nearly 15,000 people just last year. Each case tells an inspiring story of resilience, hope, and the relentless pursuit of justice. In this edition of Built to Serve, host Major Charles Roberts talks with Hiscock’s Executive Director Gregory Dewan about how the organization is committed to providing a wide range of free legal services for those who can’t otherwise afford them. Hiscock is funded through grants, donations, and contracts with non-profits and government agencies.

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CNY Latino Podcast, Episode 50 – Poet Marcelo Hernandez Castillo, and Musician JChris

Published - July 3, 2024

(#50, 7/4/24) In this episode of CNY Latino Podcast, interviews with two interesting members of the Latino Culture, including a nice talk with the winner of many writing and poetry awards, Poet Marcelo Hernandez Castillo. Also, a nice explanation of “unique music.” with singer-songwriter, composer, pianist, and producer Chris Urquiaga – aka JChris. Durante esta primera y tercera semana de julio de 2024, hemos realizado un par de interesantes entrevistas con 2 interesantes miembros de la cultura latina, incluida una agradable charla con el ganador de numerosos premios de escritura y poesía, el poeta Marcelo Hernández Castillo, y también…una bonita

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