I have been fascinated by the notion of building community as a critical human endeavor and that passion has been the guiding vision of the Art of Community NCW project. There is something transformative...
If I could give out a courage award for selfless service and devotion, I would without hesitation give it to the late Don Reddington and his family. Don passed away Tuesday after a long...
If you want more evidence about the extraordinary nature of the people of the Wenatchee Valley, look no further than the successful campaign of the Pybus Public Market Foundation and staff in raising more...
http://traffic.libsyn.com/artofcommunityncw/51_Cary_Simmons_of_The_Trust_for_Public_Land.mp3 My guest this week is Cary Simmons, the director of the Trust for Public Land’s Parks for People program. The organization has been engaging neighbors in South Wenatchee and throughout the community in...
A rather remarkable series of community conversations will be held in the Wenatchee Valley, Leavenworth and Chelan next week hosted by acclaimed singer and songwriter Dar Williams, who wrote the powerful book “What I...
This week’s podcast focuses on the remarkable Wenatchee Naturalist program. My guests are Susan Ballinger, who founded the program, a mother and daughter team – Jan and Chelsea Evans — who participated in the...
On Tuesday, Sept. 11 at 11 a.m., community members will gather at the 9/11 Spirit of America Memorial in Cashmere to pay homage to those who lost their lives and those who risked everything...
The passing of Sen. John McCain has consumed the national discussion in recent days. There is an interesting local connection to this authentic American patriot. McCain acted with honor despite being tortured as a...
Quietly and without much fanfare, the city of Wenatchee has in recent years found effective ways to engage members of the community in city projects. That approach is building greater trust and empowering individuals...
This valley is a magnet for entrepreneurs and visionaries who want to create financial success but at the same time make meaningful contributions to the community and society. Doing well financially and doing good...