Tune in to "Eastside Now!" with Dianne Garrett and Dave Eaton Wednesday, December 22 airing 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Our very special guest for the entire two hours will be Hollywood Director/Producer, Evgeny Afineevsky. He will be talking about his independent film, "Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!", making its Columbus premiere December 24-30 at AMC Lennox Town Center, 777 Kinnear Road.
"Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!" is the story of the Hirsches, a Jewish family living in the North Shore of Long Island where every Friday night Shirley Hirsch (Laine Kazan) invites another "perfect" girl for Shabbat dinner in hopes that her son, Nelson (John Lloyd Young), will marry a nice Jewish girl. When Shirley and Martin (Saul Rubinek) once again set him up on a date, Nelson reveals that he is already seeing someone. Shirley and Martin are thrilled and can't wait to meet the lucky lady.
In a motherly attempt at finding out who her son is dating, Shirley stops by Nelson's apartment. She is greeted by Anjelo Ferraro (Jai Rodriguez), Nelson's live-in boyfriend, and in order to not divulge Nelson's secret life, Angelo introduces himself as his decorator. Shirley also meets the gorgeous Sybil (Carmen Electra), Nelson's neighbor and Playpen Magazine centerfold. Shirley believes that Sybil is Nelson's mysterious girlfriend. She is concerned that Sybil isn't Jewish but resigns to the fact that her son is happy. That's all that matters, and she can't wait for the rest of the family to meet Sybil at an upcoming wedding.
Nelson attempts to tell his mother that he is gay, but Shirley is too busy with her own life to listen to her son. After a long and emotional argument between Nelson and Angelo, Nelson agrees to take Angelo to his cousin's wedding instead of Sybil. Halfway through the ceremony Nelson finally breaks the news to his parents that he is gay. At first, Shirley and Martin are confused and distraught, but when reality starts to set in, they begin to blame one another for Nelson's sexuality.
As Shirley and Martin struggle to accept this, they meet with a psychiatrist, talk with local members of the gay community, and Martin goes to a gay bar in an attempt at understanding his son, and he even goes as far as to try to get Sybil to sleep with Nelson to make him straight. As a last resort, Shirley and Martin have dinner with Angelo's parents, Teresa and Carmine Ferraro (Vincent Pastore), in order to understand their sons' lifestyle. Shirley and Teresa have sympathy for one another, unlike Martin and Carmine, who accuse each other's son at being the cause of their own son's homosexuality.
Both families continue to try to hide the fact that their sons are gay from their friends and co-workers, but when Nelson and Angelo decide to adopt a baby and it makes headline news, the two families must unite to defend their sons' cause. In an emotional confrontation, the families stand up and fight for their gay sons' right against opposition. In an emotional victory for the two families and the country, the Hirsches and the Ferraros not only accept their sons are gay but realize how much they love them.
"Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!", rated PG-13, is a family romantic comedy about how far we have come, and yet how far we still have to go. For ticket information, contact 888-AMC-4fun.
The movie has received several awards this year. They include: 13th Annual Miami Jewish Film Festival Audience Award Best Feature Film; World Fest Houston Crystal Vision Special Jury Award; World Fest Houston Special Jury Rising Star Award; Filmont San Diego Best Narrative Feature Award; Filmont San Diego Freedom Award Ensemble Cast in a Feature Film; 24th Festival Mix Milano Premio Speciale del Pubblico (Audience Award); and 16th Philadelphia QFEST Audience Award Winner Best Comic Feature.
Some of the cast members will also be interviewed by Garrett during the December 22 broadcast.


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Monday, December 20, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
COMEDIAN RENE' BRAY TO VISIT WCRX By Dianne Garrett
I am very pleased to announce that nationally known comedian, Rene' Bray, will be joining me on "Eastside Now!" August 4, 2010. Rene' is a friend of mine who originally hails from Wilmington, Ohio, which is my hometown. She has been a successful stand up comedian for many years, and continually uses her celebrity to assist charitable organizations. Rene' has agreed to co-host my show for the entire 11-1 time slot, and will be sharing details of her latest goodwill tour to benefit "Lawyers for Warriors".
Many military personnel are struggling with legal issues back home in the United States while serving their country overseas. It is time for the American people to ban together and help these service men and women in their time of crisis. There is a newly formed Florida-based non-profit organization called Lawyers for Warriors. Their mission is to provide pro bono legal services to members of the United States armed forces, especially those who are deployed to hostile fire zones. They also provide legal help to recently returned veterans and their families. Even though Lawyers for Warriors just started in January this year, it is getting new cases every day. For example, a special forces officer in Afghanistan sent an email to the organization in need of help. He had been living with his family in Tampa when he was deployed. Because of his deployment, he moved his family back to his hometown in another state. The property management company now wants the balance of his lease, as well as refusing to return his security deposit. In another case, a soldier who had been injured and paralyzed while serving in Afghanistan, was served his foreclosure papers while recovering in the hospital. The suicide rate for military troops deployed to Iraq is on the rise. Investigators have found that financial problems, failed relationships and legal issues were the main reasons why they took their lives.
Rene' Bray, a comedian in Florida who tours the United States, who has been featured on several talk shows, is combining efforts with Johnny Mac, a comedian in Jacksonville who hosts "The Johnny Mac Show," to bring the "Stand Ups for the Troops Comedy Tour". This tour has been scheduled in many comedy clubs throughout the United States to raise money for Lawyers for Warriors. The tour kicks off July 13 in St. Petersburg, FL. In Ohio, the duo will be appearing at the Funny Bone in Dayton August 11, and the Funny Bone in Cincinnati August 18. Log on to www.lawyersforwarriors.org to get ticket information for the tour.
Bray will cause a lot of laughter at the comedy show, but most importantly, she will help everyone to feel a sense of patriotism. She is proud of her military experiences. Her father served in the Navy and stepfather retired from the Air Force. "Many of my friends' children are serving. I have met many amazing service people through the years while doing comedy at different military installations. Most memorable is a comedy tour at Gitmo in Cuba," explained Bray. She has been performing comedy for more than 20 years, and has appeared on television shows such as Geraldo, Montel Williams, Jenny Jones, Rolando and ABC's 20/20. She has testified before the Senate, and is a strong advocate against child sexual assault in addition to supporting the military. "I wanted to help with this charity for several reasons. First, I know people involved and their dedication is immeasurable. Second, it is my way of giving back, which I think is very important. Most of all, there is a very healing power to laughter, and I think everyone needs a huge dose of that medicine right now," shared Bray.
Mac also has several years of experience as a comedian, and has performed in numerous comedy clubs and colleges. He echoes Bray's sentiments in supporting the American troops. "Many of our soldiers are coming back from the war, only to find their own personal war here at home with legal issues, foreclosures and more. We are here to help and hopefully you can join us," said Mac. Special guests will also join Bray and Mac at the different venues. It is definitely a show you won't want to miss.
I've personally seen her on stage. Her stage performance is unforgettable and hilarious. She saunters onto the stage with a shy smile and old fashion southern charm. She manages to explain parts of her life, and the lives of others, with biting wit that leaves the audiences laughing, even after the show is over.
Besides her television appearances, she has opened for recording artists Little Texas, Billy Ray Cyrus, Steppenwolf, KC and the Sunshine Band, The Redhot Chili Peppers, REO Speedwagon and Taylor Dane. Rene' opens and emcees for The Chippendale Dancers and Suncoast Calendar Men. She has headlined in over 500 comedy clubs in the USA, Canada and Caribbean Islands, and was the first comedian to perform at Guantanamo Bay Cuba.
So tune in on August 4, and have lunch with Rene' Bray and Dianne Garrett. It could be one of the most entertaining lunch you've ever had!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Peter Halliday is Wednesday guest on Bexley Public Radio.
Peter Halliday, co-chairman of the steering committee for the newly formed Bexley Community Foundation, will be a guest on Eastside News Round-Up Wednesday, Dec. 23, at 11 a.m.
Mr. Halliday, a Bexley resident, will talk about the goals for the organization that will raise funds and recruit volunteers for projects that will benefit the community.
He is the founder of the Bexley Heritage Fund and has been a leading advocate for the restoration of Jeffrey Mansion through community donations used in conjunction with city resources.
Listeners interested in more details can find material on the Bexley municipal website at www.bexley.org. Follow leads to "Bexley Community Foundation."
To provide your thoughts and comments on the proposed community foundation, take the formal survey go to : http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=tjTdfsZfpfWE8wIk2jDozg_3d_3d. If this web address doesn't work, the survey is also on the website at www.bexley.org.
Mr. Halliday, a Bexley resident, will talk about the goals for the organization that will raise funds and recruit volunteers for projects that will benefit the community.
He is the founder of the Bexley Heritage Fund and has been a leading advocate for the restoration of Jeffrey Mansion through community donations used in conjunction with city resources.
Listeners interested in more details can find material on the Bexley municipal website at www.bexley.org. Follow leads to "Bexley Community Foundation."
To provide your thoughts and comments on the proposed community foundation, take the formal survey go to : http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=tjTdfsZfpfWE8wIk2jDozg_3d_3d. If this web address doesn't work, the survey is also on the website at www.bexley.org.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Five-year Whitehall reunion party for 2004 Christmas ice storm. Dianne Garrett reports for Bexley Public Radio.
Five year ice storm reunion party.
Seated: Pat Baker and Marilyn Dowler.
Standing: Paul Baker, Councilman Chris Rodriguez, Carol Rodriguez, Dianne Garrett, Jim Dowler and Jim Lincke.
Jack Garrett and Scott Lincke setting up cots at the Whitehall senior center.
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Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text and photos are copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Janis Ian, songwriter and performer, interview Wednesday December 9, 2009 on Bexley Public Radio.
Singer-songwriter Janis Ian, composer and performer of landmark hits "Society's Child" and "At Seventeen," along with a critically acclaimed body of work stretching over 40 years, will talk with John Matuszak and Dianne Garrett about her life and career Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. Ian has concerts scheduled in Elyria Dec. 10 and Kent Dec. 11. Information about tickets is available at www.janisian.com.
Ian first came to prominence as a teenager with the release of "Society's Child" in 1967. The song about an interracial relationship drew praise from such luminaries as Leonard Bernstein, and protests and even death threats for its controversial subject. Ian's songwriting skills continued to grow with such songs as "Jesse," covered by Roberta Flack, and reached full flower in 1975 with the best-selling and Grammy-winning album "Between the Lines," that included "At Seventeen," a timeless song about surviving teen angst and exclusion.
Despite numerous personal and professional setbacks over the next decade, Ian re-emerged to retake her place as a highly respected artist who continues to record and tour.
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Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
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Monday, October 12, 2009
LEGENDARY RADIO PERSONALITY TO VISIT BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO, WCRX-LP
"Legendary Radio Personality Visits Bexley Public Radio, WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM" by Dianne Garrett.
Gary Burbank spent 25 years entertaining audiences all over the country on 700 WLW, Cincinnati. John Matuszak and myself conducted a special edition of "Eastside News Round Up." Burbank entertained WCRX listeners and hosts during a phone interview October 22. We continued the fun in the evening at Barnes and Noble in the Lennox Town Center with Gary and Greg Hoard, who penned the Gary's biography, "Voices in My Head".
I met Gary a little over a year ago when he performed his original music and comedy with a friend of mine at a concert in Fairfield. It was an unbelievable night. Being a southwest Ohio native, I'm no stranger to his show and humor. Talking with him after the performance was a treat. Gary is a laid back, friendly guy who grew up a dreamer, which he attributes to his ability to perceive things differently from the general population.
Left to right: Greg Hoard, Dianne Garrett, Gary Burbank and John Matuszak
He was in town promoting his biography, "Voices in My Head", written by Greg Hoard. Besides our show, he signed his book at Barnes and Noble, Lennox Center, 1739 Olentangy River Road at 7 p.m.
Gary is described on the book jacket as the most fortunate man alive. Born Billy Purser in Memphis, this most fortunate man had only one job his entire life--entertaining. He began with the small audience of his perplexed family, expanded through his schoolyard, the army and then torched a round of undermanned radio outposts in the Deep South.
He was called "The Mouth That Ate America, "The town cowlick"...the guy from college who ate bugs for money. He was begat by Ernie Kovacs and Jonathan Winters, a kind of juiced-up, down-home Garrison Keillor, if the place had been called Swamp Woebegon.
Greg Hoard lays out Gary's beginnings in the blues and honky-tonk culture of mid-century Memphis, moving on to a rousing cast of characters including (but not limited to) Elvis Presley, Luis Aparicio, Whispering Bill Anderson, a monkey named Phyllis Chapman, various musicians and gospel singer J. R. Ewing, and a crowd of most happily deranged DJs in radio history.
What emerges is a hilarious, fantastical behind-the-scenes picture of a world that has all but disappeared--an airwave universe in which Gary created a cast of characters so vivid and gleefully real, they populated their own deranged country.
For nearly a quarter of a century, these charactres spilled out of Gary's imagination (and that of his zany stable of writers) until they became household words all over the powerful WLW bandwidth: perpetually befuddled Gilbert Gnarley, bombastic Reverend Deuteronomy Skaggs, irascible Earl Pitts, tranvestite anchorman Dan Buckles, Ranger Bob, and all their unholy offspring.
What emerges most plainly from Hoard's colorful story is the piece of remarkable craft that is Gary's creation--himself. At once talebearer, skit-maker, provocateur, and social critic, Burbank was doing schtick before anybody around him--including himself--knew what he was doing. Then he kept on doing it, gaining over more originality and control.
Possessed by the voices in his head, Burbank blew himself--and them--across the bandwidth, a nova of original comedy and comment. Hoard's careful recording of Burbank and his voices, imbedded in Hoard's own cinematic narrative, is one interconnected bit of exhilirating schtick. All of it bears joyful testimony to Burbank's talents as an American original.
Read about how Gary avoided doing any duties in the army by carrying around a paint brush. Learn how Gary's character, Earl Pitts, saved a Cincinnati celebrity from getting beaten up by a gang of angry bikers. Get to know Gary's pet monkey, Phyllis Chapman. Find out who dumped a truckload of manure in Gary's driveway and why.
"Voices in My Head" is the funny and sometimes heartbreaking story of a man who just wanted to be himself.
The hardcover 350 page book is published by Orange Frazer Press, Wilmington, Ohio, and sells for $27.95. You can order it online by logging on to www.orangefrazer.com, and it is available at Barnes and Noble.
About The Author:
Greg Hoard started writing for the "Cincinnati Post" sports department in 1979 as a feature writer and columnist. He joined "Cincinnati Enquirer" in 1984 as the Reds beat writer. He received numerous writing awards in Ohio and Indiana. Hoard exited the world of journalism for television in 1990 to work for WLWT until 1993. He then joined Fox19 as sports director. Hoard has since left television, and is also the author of "JOE: Rounding Third and Heading For Home".
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Dianne Garrett interviews author Gina D’Andrea
Author Gina McKnight D’Andrea is interviewed by Bexley Public Radio correspondent Dianne Garrett. D'Andrea's children book
The Blackberry Patch was recently published by Tate Publishing of Mustang, Oklahoma.
"The Blackberry Patch is the story of an adventure in a patch of blackberries! illustrations throughout will capture the attention of adults and children and carry the story to its sweet and tasty conclusion.
Drawing on her own childhood experience, D'Andrea tells a story of the pleasures given in God's world.
The enjoyment of five senses is part of the tale along with the natural hazards of brambles and other dangers. The metaphors are subtle but provide substance for adult reflections about this tale.
D'Andrea spent her childhood in the Ohio foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Her knowledge of the details of a blackberry patch will give readers, children and adults alike, a well-told story. The story also hands down to a younger generation useful knowledge and the yore of rural life. If Gina continues this tale as the first of a series (Strawberry patch, Raspberry patch, Mushroons and so on) she can become the Foxfire series for children.
Join author Gina McKnight D'Andrea and learn how all five senses are engaged in the blackberry patch. On this hazardous quest through brambles and swarming varmints, find the blackberry patch and a delicious, natural treat.
The book is available from the publisher and Amazon.com. It can also be ordered through Barnes & Noble and Borders. It is
24 pages - $8.99 (paperback).
The Blackberry Patch was recently published by Tate Publishing of Mustang, Oklahoma.
"The Blackberry Patch is the story of an adventure in a patch of blackberries! illustrations throughout will capture the attention of adults and children and carry the story to its sweet and tasty conclusion.
Drawing on her own childhood experience, D'Andrea tells a story of the pleasures given in God's world.
The enjoyment of five senses is part of the tale along with the natural hazards of brambles and other dangers. The metaphors are subtle but provide substance for adult reflections about this tale.
D'Andrea spent her childhood in the Ohio foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Her knowledge of the details of a blackberry patch will give readers, children and adults alike, a well-told story. The story also hands down to a younger generation useful knowledge and the yore of rural life. If Gina continues this tale as the first of a series (Strawberry patch, Raspberry patch, Mushroons and so on) she can become the Foxfire series for children.
Join author Gina McKnight D'Andrea and learn how all five senses are engaged in the blackberry patch. On this hazardous quest through brambles and swarming varmints, find the blackberry patch and a delicious, natural treat.
The book is available from the publisher and Amazon.com. It can also be ordered through Barnes & Noble and Borders. It is
24 pages - $8.99 (paperback).
Friday, September 4, 2009
Bans on texting while driving. Sharon Montgomery speaks out.
Sharon Montgomery was Wednesday's guest on the Eastside News Roundup. She was interviewed by host John Matuszak and Dianne Garrett about legislative proposals to prohibit "Distracted Driving" or "text-messaging while driving." State Representative Nancy Garland called in to join the discussion with Sharon.
Sharon said "There is a lot of concern about distracted driving and a lot of talk about what we should or shouldn't do about it. The first step in solving any problem is identifying it. To understand distracted driving, I like a "traffic signal" approach: stop perpetuating myths, be cautious of opinions, and go with the facts."
Around 42,000 people die in traffic crashes on American roads each year. About 1300 of those deaths are on Ohio roads.
These numbers can also vary some from year to year but recent tabulations calculate that 78% of traffic crashes and 65% of the near-misses are a result of distracted driving.
Sharon said that the crashes are not accidents. She explained her point of view from a law dictionary definition of accident as something that "could not be reasonably anticipated." A driver can "reasonably anticipate" that if he doesn't pay attention, he's likely to miss something. It is also "reasonable" to anticipate that what is missed could be important and that missing it could have a bad result. A driver may choose to ignore that "reasonable anticipation," but that doesn't change the fact that it is reasonable to anticipate a crash if you don't pay attention when you're driving. It is a fact, then, that crashes caused by drivers using phones (for conversation or written messages) are not accidents. They can be anticipated and prevented.
Prevention will need a comprehensive approach that includes education, both as public awareness and driver training, new laws, with consistent and visible enforcement and penalties severe enough to act as a deterrent. Data collection and analysis are also needed to measure the scope of the problem and the effects of preventive measures. Sharon also said that increased availability of public transportation will help, too. When fewer cars are on the road, fewer cars will crash.
Shaaron said that it is a myth that all driver distractions are the same. Some are unavoidable--unexpected things can happen outside the car. Some of the avoidable ones, the ones drivers choose to create, are more distracting than others. They can be more distracting because they last longer, and/or because they engage the brain more. Eating a hamburger takes essentially no thought. Carrying on a conversation involves processing what the other person is saying and formulating your response.
Phone distraction is part of the bigger myth of multi-tasking. Brain studies show us that we are not multi-tasking. We are not doing two cognitive tasks at the same time. Our brains are flitting back and forth between the tasks. This is like using a computer. We can have more than one window open at a time, but we can perform functions in only one of them at a time.
Another popular opinion is that this problem will get better over time, as people get more experienced with driving while phoning or texting. The facts are that brain and behavioral studies show that our "other-tasking" skills decline with age and that the people who do the most media multi-tasking actually do that flitting back and forth less effectively than people who are less frequent multi-taskers. The fact is that the number of mobile phone owners grows dramatically each year. Already about a third of eight-to-twelve year olds and two-thirds of teens own a phone. The children with phones will have the phone anywhere/anytime habit deeply ingrained in them before they ever start to drive. Even the children who don't own phones see their parents and other adults using them anywhere, anytime. We learn by example. The fact is that the number of tasks these phones can perform increases continuously.
There are four kinds of unsafe drivers who phone or text. There are the ones with experience and skill with the phone but not at driving and the ones with experience and skill at driving but not with the phone. There are the ones who have experience with both driving and the phone but who are less successful at dividing their attention between mental tasks. There are the ones who have no experience yet with the new ways to use the phone.
The number of mobile phone owners and the number who admit to using them while driving goes up every year so it's a pretty safe assumption that the number of crashes caused by phoning/texting drivers is also increasing each year.
Will laws against this be hard to enforce because the police can't always see the phone? No harder than drunk driving laws. Police can't see alcohol in a driver's blood.
Will laws against this take away your personal freedom? No; your rights extend only to the point that they infringe on someone else's rights. We each have a right to safety on the public roads. Do you complain that speeding laws take away your personal freedom?
Won't education be enough, without a law? People don't always do what they're taught. People have a natural tendency to think, "It won't happen to me." If education were enough, we wouldn't need any traffic safety laws.
Aren't the general distracted driving laws enough? If they were, this problem wouldn't be escalating. Can we "single out" this one distraction? Yes; we've already "singled out" drunk driving and speeding in a construction zone. Should we "single out" this one distraction? Yes; we have years and years of research showing that it is more distracting than other non-driving behaviors drivers engage in.
The bottom line is that just because we can do something, doesn't mean we need to do it, or should do it in every situation. And, it certainly doesn't mean we must do it. The vast majority of calls and texts done while driving are unnecessary. A momentary convenience for one person can result in a life-time of problems for another person.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Sharon Montgomery.
Sharon said "There is a lot of concern about distracted driving and a lot of talk about what we should or shouldn't do about it. The first step in solving any problem is identifying it. To understand distracted driving, I like a "traffic signal" approach: stop perpetuating myths, be cautious of opinions, and go with the facts."
Around 42,000 people die in traffic crashes on American roads each year. About 1300 of those deaths are on Ohio roads.
These numbers can also vary some from year to year but recent tabulations calculate that 78% of traffic crashes and 65% of the near-misses are a result of distracted driving.
Sharon said that the crashes are not accidents. She explained her point of view from a law dictionary definition of accident as something that "could not be reasonably anticipated." A driver can "reasonably anticipate" that if he doesn't pay attention, he's likely to miss something. It is also "reasonable" to anticipate that what is missed could be important and that missing it could have a bad result. A driver may choose to ignore that "reasonable anticipation," but that doesn't change the fact that it is reasonable to anticipate a crash if you don't pay attention when you're driving. It is a fact, then, that crashes caused by drivers using phones (for conversation or written messages) are not accidents. They can be anticipated and prevented.
Prevention will need a comprehensive approach that includes education, both as public awareness and driver training, new laws, with consistent and visible enforcement and penalties severe enough to act as a deterrent. Data collection and analysis are also needed to measure the scope of the problem and the effects of preventive measures. Sharon also said that increased availability of public transportation will help, too. When fewer cars are on the road, fewer cars will crash.
Shaaron said that it is a myth that all driver distractions are the same. Some are unavoidable--unexpected things can happen outside the car. Some of the avoidable ones, the ones drivers choose to create, are more distracting than others. They can be more distracting because they last longer, and/or because they engage the brain more. Eating a hamburger takes essentially no thought. Carrying on a conversation involves processing what the other person is saying and formulating your response.
Phone distraction is part of the bigger myth of multi-tasking. Brain studies show us that we are not multi-tasking. We are not doing two cognitive tasks at the same time. Our brains are flitting back and forth between the tasks. This is like using a computer. We can have more than one window open at a time, but we can perform functions in only one of them at a time.
Another popular opinion is that this problem will get better over time, as people get more experienced with driving while phoning or texting. The facts are that brain and behavioral studies show that our "other-tasking" skills decline with age and that the people who do the most media multi-tasking actually do that flitting back and forth less effectively than people who are less frequent multi-taskers. The fact is that the number of mobile phone owners grows dramatically each year. Already about a third of eight-to-twelve year olds and two-thirds of teens own a phone. The children with phones will have the phone anywhere/anytime habit deeply ingrained in them before they ever start to drive. Even the children who don't own phones see their parents and other adults using them anywhere, anytime. We learn by example. The fact is that the number of tasks these phones can perform increases continuously.
There are four kinds of unsafe drivers who phone or text. There are the ones with experience and skill with the phone but not at driving and the ones with experience and skill at driving but not with the phone. There are the ones who have experience with both driving and the phone but who are less successful at dividing their attention between mental tasks. There are the ones who have no experience yet with the new ways to use the phone.
The number of mobile phone owners and the number who admit to using them while driving goes up every year so it's a pretty safe assumption that the number of crashes caused by phoning/texting drivers is also increasing each year.
Will laws against this be hard to enforce because the police can't always see the phone? No harder than drunk driving laws. Police can't see alcohol in a driver's blood.
Will laws against this take away your personal freedom? No; your rights extend only to the point that they infringe on someone else's rights. We each have a right to safety on the public roads. Do you complain that speeding laws take away your personal freedom?
Won't education be enough, without a law? People don't always do what they're taught. People have a natural tendency to think, "It won't happen to me." If education were enough, we wouldn't need any traffic safety laws.
Aren't the general distracted driving laws enough? If they were, this problem wouldn't be escalating. Can we "single out" this one distraction? Yes; we've already "singled out" drunk driving and speeding in a construction zone. Should we "single out" this one distraction? Yes; we have years and years of research showing that it is more distracting than other non-driving behaviors drivers engage in.
The bottom line is that just because we can do something, doesn't mean we need to do it, or should do it in every situation. And, it certainly doesn't mean we must do it. The vast majority of calls and texts done while driving are unnecessary. A momentary convenience for one person can result in a life-time of problems for another person.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Sharon Montgomery.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Jamie M. Fox interviewed Wednesday August 19 at 11:00 a.m. on Bexley Public Radio.
Bexley native and New York actress-comedian Jamie M. Fox will be interviewed by John Matuszak and Dianne Garrett on Eastside News Roundup Wednesday, Aug. 19, at 11 a.m.
Fox will talk about her career and her upcoming one-woman show, "MavelTov Cocktail," which will be staged at the Jewish Community Center Aug. 24 before making its Off-Broadway debut this fall.
The performance by Fox, who made her stage debut at the JCC at age 9, will benefit teen programs at the center.
Fox will talk about her career and her upcoming one-woman show, "MavelTov Cocktail," which will be staged at the Jewish Community Center Aug. 24 before making its Off-Broadway debut this fall.
The performance by Fox, who made her stage debut at the JCC at age 9, will benefit teen programs at the center.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Dianne Garrett: Whitehall Fourth of July Parade
Whitehall School Superintendent Judyth Dobbert-Meloy was the grand marshal of the city's July 4th parade.
Sgt. Randy Snider of the Whitehall Police Division of Police singing "God Bless The USA" in the parade.
Award winning float by Girl Scout Troop 622.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Dianne Garrett spends time with her bunnies.
As I escorted my dog, Abi, outside on July 1, something special was happening in our yard. Abi rounded the house being her happy little self exploring the yard as if she's never seen it before. She does that several times a day. I noticed a big rabbit, and she wasn't running away. I thought it odd, but then figured she might be guarding a nest. So I gently guided Abi back into the house, never letting her get a glimpse of the visitor.
I went back out and the rabbit had hurried away. So I checked where we have had nests in previous years, and sure enough, there were two little ones squirming around. I saw something in the grass where the mama had been, and realized why she had not run away immediately when she saw us. She was in the middle of birthing the third baby! There it was squirming in the grass, helpless with no mama in sight. It was getting a little windy, and the baby was getting cold since it was still wet from its birth. So I gently scooped it up, and tucked it into the nest with the litter mates. They looked like little wet, wiggly cigars.
My two favorite bunnies. The one on the left is my little buddy. They will soon leave the nest with their mama, and I will miss them, but we know all little ones must leave the nest eventually. They are very happy.
Of course, mama came back, and over the next 24 hours she made a nice, warm nest with her fur and leaves. I check on them every day, and on July 4th I took one out to cuddle. Too cute! They have heard my voice and had my scent since they were only minutes old, so they don't seem to mind when I visit them and want to hold one or all of them. Neither does their mama. Only one has become a little bit of a "Nervous Nellie", but still loves to burrow down in my hand with the others for little visits.
I'm just praying the hawks will not swoop down when they start running around with their mama as they prepare to leave the nest in a few weeks. I take my dog out on a leash in a fenced yard so that she will not discover them. We've had that happen before, and the end result was sad. But she does what comes naturally.
For other animal lovers like myself, I will post more photos on the blog as they grow. I guess they are little blessings in my garden this year.
The bunnies enjoyed a little time out of their nest for a photo. Here they are nine days old.
I went back out and the rabbit had hurried away. So I checked where we have had nests in previous years, and sure enough, there were two little ones squirming around. I saw something in the grass where the mama had been, and realized why she had not run away immediately when she saw us. She was in the middle of birthing the third baby! There it was squirming in the grass, helpless with no mama in sight. It was getting a little windy, and the baby was getting cold since it was still wet from its birth. So I gently scooped it up, and tucked it into the nest with the litter mates. They looked like little wet, wiggly cigars.
My two favorite bunnies. The one on the left is my little buddy. They will soon leave the nest with their mama, and I will miss them, but we know all little ones must leave the nest eventually. They are very happy.
Of course, mama came back, and over the next 24 hours she made a nice, warm nest with her fur and leaves. I check on them every day, and on July 4th I took one out to cuddle. Too cute! They have heard my voice and had my scent since they were only minutes old, so they don't seem to mind when I visit them and want to hold one or all of them. Neither does their mama. Only one has become a little bit of a "Nervous Nellie", but still loves to burrow down in my hand with the others for little visits.
I'm just praying the hawks will not swoop down when they start running around with their mama as they prepare to leave the nest in a few weeks. I take my dog out on a leash in a fenced yard so that she will not discover them. We've had that happen before, and the end result was sad. But she does what comes naturally.
For other animal lovers like myself, I will post more photos on the blog as they grow. I guess they are little blessings in my garden this year.
The bunnies enjoyed a little time out of their nest for a photo. Here they are nine days old.
Dianne Garrett interviews Domenik Hixon, New York Giants wide receiver.
It was a pleasure to have New York Giants No. 87 Domenik Hixon join us on July 8 as a guest at WCRX-LP. Domenik and best friend, Anthony Jordan, are the founders of The Next Level Football Camp, and were in town for the third annual event at their alma mater, Whitehall Yearling High School, July 11. Anthony is assistant football coach at Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania.
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Best pals, Domenik Hixon and Anthony Jordan paused for a photo together.
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The pals decided three years ago to do something to give back to their home community, and the numbers in attendance grow each year. Not wanting anyone to be left out due to the inability to pay the registration fee, they made sure that all were welcome to participate, fee waived. About 120 youths attended, about 20 of them little girls. They also brought several NFL players as camp coaches.
Domenik shared how his parents, Marvin and Britt, gave him every opportunity to excel to be who and what he desired. He was born in Germany to an American dad and German mom. When he was 11 he told his dad that he would someday like to go to college and play professional basketball. At least that was his original plan. His parents made the difficult decision to get transferred to the states, choosing to live in Whitehall after hearing good things about the community from friends. The rest is history.
Anthony parents, Paul and Phyllis, have been most supportive in his endeavors, as well. Sister, Paula, also assisted with the events of the weekend, traveling home from Chicago. Both families played an integral part assisting during the weekend.
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Jonathan Fowler, 20 months, was more interested in WYHS teacher, Joan Sippola's boxer puppy, Ramsey, while his older brother, Denzel, was learning all about football.
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Buffalo Wild Wings hosted an auction of sports memorabilia Friday, and provided food for the camp. Hixon also thanked Tim Horton's and J.C. Penney for goods and services they provided. He said that he was amazed at the generosities. According to Paula Jordan, about $26,000 was netted at the auction. All proceeds from the weekend's events go right back into Whitehall City Schools.
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Domenik prepared the participants for a work out in the gym prior to a lunch break.
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Domenik Hixon looked pretty comfortable behind the microphone. He shared with me on Saturday at the camp that he really had fun doing the radio interview in his hometown, even though John Matuszak wore a Cleveland Browns shirt.
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Best pals, Domenik Hixon and Anthony Jordan paused for a photo together.
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The pals decided three years ago to do something to give back to their home community, and the numbers in attendance grow each year. Not wanting anyone to be left out due to the inability to pay the registration fee, they made sure that all were welcome to participate, fee waived. About 120 youths attended, about 20 of them little girls. They also brought several NFL players as camp coaches.
Domenik shared how his parents, Marvin and Britt, gave him every opportunity to excel to be who and what he desired. He was born in Germany to an American dad and German mom. When he was 11 he told his dad that he would someday like to go to college and play professional basketball. At least that was his original plan. His parents made the difficult decision to get transferred to the states, choosing to live in Whitehall after hearing good things about the community from friends. The rest is history.
Anthony parents, Paul and Phyllis, have been most supportive in his endeavors, as well. Sister, Paula, also assisted with the events of the weekend, traveling home from Chicago. Both families played an integral part assisting during the weekend.
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Jonathan Fowler, 20 months, was more interested in WYHS teacher, Joan Sippola's boxer puppy, Ramsey, while his older brother, Denzel, was learning all about football.
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Buffalo Wild Wings hosted an auction of sports memorabilia Friday, and provided food for the camp. Hixon also thanked Tim Horton's and J.C. Penney for goods and services they provided. He said that he was amazed at the generosities. According to Paula Jordan, about $26,000 was netted at the auction. All proceeds from the weekend's events go right back into Whitehall City Schools.
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Domenik prepared the participants for a work out in the gym prior to a lunch break.
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Domenik Hixon looked pretty comfortable behind the microphone. He shared with me on Saturday at the camp that he really had fun doing the radio interview in his hometown, even though John Matuszak wore a Cleveland Browns shirt.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Whitehall's Hometown Heroes Coming To Town! by Dianne Garrett.
The Next Level Football Camp hosted by New York Giant Domenik Hixon and Former Toledo Rocket Anthony Jordan will be July 11 at Whitehall Yearling High School 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Jordan is currently an assistant football coach at Seton Hill University in Pennsylvania.
Both young men have gone on from their hometown to pursue their dreams, and they want to see other Whitehall youth have every opportunity to do the same. On July 10 they will host an event at Buffalo Wild Wings 5-8 p.m. Autographed football memorabilia will be auctioned, with all proceeds benefitting the WYHS athletic department.
Hixon and Jordan feel it is important to give back to their home community, so the annual event is two-fold. Children have an opportunity to learn from pros, while their alma mater receives a financial boost, as well.
The staff roster is impressive, and follows:
NaShan Goddard - Seattle Seahawks
Brian Clark - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Steve Cargiale - New York Giants
Chase Blackburn - New York Giants
Mathias Kiwanuka - New York Giants
Michael Matthews - New York Giants
Sinorice Moss - New York Giants
Barry Cofield - New York Giants
Mario Manningham - New York Giants
Charlie Frye - Seattle Seahawks
Lance Moore - New Orleans Saints
John Greco - St. Louis Rams
Tim Crouch - Akron Zips
Tyree Pollard - Toledo Rockets
Andrews Hawkins - Toledo Rockets (TV: "4th and Long" with Michael Irvin and Spike Network
J R Ford - Michigan/Capitol University
Murad Holliday - Kent State Golden Flashes/Gahanna Lincoln High School
Camp Information
Clothing for camp is T-shirt, shorts/sweats with football cleats or athletic shoes. Shorts/sweats should be worn firm around the waist. A water bottle is encouraged, but water will be available at all times for the campers. Drinks will be sold at the concession stand.
Registration is $25 if registered before July 7, and $30 at the gate. Register three children, and the fourth is free. All forms have to be turned in together to qualify. The first 100 to register will receive a special prize at the end of camp. For those who would like for their child to attend, and are not financially able, email Anthony Jordan at Nextlevelfootballcamp@yahoo.com, and leave your name and number. You will be contacted. Also if anyone wants to sponsor some children or donate money or anything to help with the camp, it will be welcomed. Use the same email contact as above.
Cash, checks and money orders will be accepted. Please make payable to Whitehall Yearling High School, and mail to:
The Next Level Football Camp
P.O. Box 13686
Whitehall, OH 43213
Also, there will be Q & A sessions with NFL players. Games will be availble to play for a small fee during the camp for friends and family members. Parents are encouraged to attend. Everyone is welcome!
The pair said, "We want this to be about community and family coming together. If you do not have children attending the camp, still come out and have a great time. The WHYS band will have the concession stand open, so you can buy food, water or drinks. All money raised will be donated to Whitehall Schools."
Every registered participant will receive a T-shirt, lunch or dinner, along with a drink.
T-shirts will also be available for sale. Come out for a great time!
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WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
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Both young men have gone on from their hometown to pursue their dreams, and they want to see other Whitehall youth have every opportunity to do the same. On July 10 they will host an event at Buffalo Wild Wings 5-8 p.m. Autographed football memorabilia will be auctioned, with all proceeds benefitting the WYHS athletic department.
Hixon and Jordan feel it is important to give back to their home community, so the annual event is two-fold. Children have an opportunity to learn from pros, while their alma mater receives a financial boost, as well.
The staff roster is impressive, and follows:
NaShan Goddard - Seattle Seahawks
Brian Clark - Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Steve Cargiale - New York Giants
Chase Blackburn - New York Giants
Mathias Kiwanuka - New York Giants
Michael Matthews - New York Giants
Sinorice Moss - New York Giants
Barry Cofield - New York Giants
Mario Manningham - New York Giants
Charlie Frye - Seattle Seahawks
Lance Moore - New Orleans Saints
John Greco - St. Louis Rams
Tim Crouch - Akron Zips
Tyree Pollard - Toledo Rockets
Andrews Hawkins - Toledo Rockets (TV: "4th and Long" with Michael Irvin and Spike Network
J R Ford - Michigan/Capitol University
Murad Holliday - Kent State Golden Flashes/Gahanna Lincoln High School
Camp Information
Clothing for camp is T-shirt, shorts/sweats with football cleats or athletic shoes. Shorts/sweats should be worn firm around the waist. A water bottle is encouraged, but water will be available at all times for the campers. Drinks will be sold at the concession stand.
Registration is $25 if registered before July 7, and $30 at the gate. Register three children, and the fourth is free. All forms have to be turned in together to qualify. The first 100 to register will receive a special prize at the end of camp. For those who would like for their child to attend, and are not financially able, email Anthony Jordan at Nextlevelfootballcamp@yahoo.com, and leave your name and number. You will be contacted. Also if anyone wants to sponsor some children or donate money or anything to help with the camp, it will be welcomed. Use the same email contact as above.
Cash, checks and money orders will be accepted. Please make payable to Whitehall Yearling High School, and mail to:
The Next Level Football Camp
P.O. Box 13686
Whitehall, OH 43213
Also, there will be Q & A sessions with NFL players. Games will be availble to play for a small fee during the camp for friends and family members. Parents are encouraged to attend. Everyone is welcome!
The pair said, "We want this to be about community and family coming together. If you do not have children attending the camp, still come out and have a great time. The WHYS band will have the concession stand open, so you can buy food, water or drinks. All money raised will be donated to Whitehall Schools."
Every registered participant will receive a T-shirt, lunch or dinner, along with a drink.
T-shirts will also be available for sale. Come out for a great time!
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Whitehall's Independence Day Celebration. Dianne Garrett.
The following is a schedule of Whitehall's Independence Day Celebration, sponsored by Whitehall Community Celebration Association. Fireworks are sponsored by City of Whitehall. All activities will be John Bishop Park.
Saturday, June 27
Beautiful Baby 10:30 a.m. at the John LaCorte band shell
Little Miss Whitehall 1:00 p.m. (band shell)
Car show 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the yard across from the band shell
Admission: $5
Registration starts at 4 p.m.
Free dash plates to the first 50 registrants
Monday, June 29
Jr. Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Wednesday, July 1
Young Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Thursday, July 2
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m. - midway on Etna Road side
Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Taste of Whitehall Pizza Tasting Contest 7:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Friday, July 3
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m.
Kids games 6:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Saturday, July 4
Parade 10 a.m. from Community Bank on Yearling to Langley, ending at the band shell
Recognition ceremony 12 p.m. (band shell)
Amusement and Rides open at 12 p.m.
City vs. Police and Fire Softball game 3 p.m. - across from WCCA information center
Musical Entertainment 7 - 9:55 p.m. with "Next Exit" band
FIREWORKS 10 p.m.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY!!!
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
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WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
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Saturday, June 27
Beautiful Baby 10:30 a.m. at the John LaCorte band shell
Little Miss Whitehall 1:00 p.m. (band shell)
Car show 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the yard across from the band shell
Admission: $5
Registration starts at 4 p.m.
Free dash plates to the first 50 registrants
Monday, June 29
Jr. Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Wednesday, July 1
Young Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Thursday, July 2
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m. - midway on Etna Road side
Miss Whitehall 6:30 p.m. (band shell)
Taste of Whitehall Pizza Tasting Contest 7:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Friday, July 3
Amusement & Rides open at 5 p.m.
Kids games 6:30 p.m. at the WCCA information center
Saturday, July 4
Parade 10 a.m. from Community Bank on Yearling to Langley, ending at the band shell
Recognition ceremony 12 p.m. (band shell)
Amusement and Rides open at 12 p.m.
City vs. Police and Fire Softball game 3 p.m. - across from WCCA information center
Musical Entertainment 7 - 9:55 p.m. with "Next Exit" band
FIREWORKS 10 p.m.
HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY HOLIDAY!!!
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
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Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Dianne Garrett: Music and Movies this Summer in Gahanna
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ROTARY FAMILY SERIES
Tuesdays at Creekside Plaza
6:30 - 8:30 p.m., June - September
The Shaw Brothers 1st Tuesday of each month
Rendition 2nd Tuesday of each month
The Zen Blues Band 3rd Tuesday of each month
Rockbridge Crossing 4th Tuesday of each month
Soul Satyr 5th Tuesday of each month
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Fridays at Friendship Park
7:00-9:00 p.m., June-September
June 12 -General Guinness Band (Irish)
June 19-21 - Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival
June 26 -Hat Trick (Acoustic Hits)
July 3 -The Words (2008 TeenFest Winner)
July 10 -Soul Kitch'n (Funk and Soul)
July 17 -Mousetrap (Radio Disney Covers)
July 24 -Gas Pump Jockeys (Oldies)
July 31 -Paradise Island (Dance Hits)
August 7 -The Lords of Literature (Classic Rock)
August 14 -John Schwab Band (Party Variety)
August 21 -Controversy (Party Variety)
CONCERTS ON THE CREEK
Saturdays at Creekside Plaza
8:00-10:00 p.m. June-July
7:00-9:00 p.m. August 15-October
June 13 -The Reaganomics ('80's Band)
June 19-21 -Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival)
June 27 -Homeland (Irish)
July 4 -Gahanna Freedom Festival-Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
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July 11 -Mojo Theory (Blues)
July 18 -Chris Logsdon (Acoustic Rock)
July 25 -British Invasion (British '60's and '70's)
August 1 -Tim Omark & Southern Justice (Country)
August 8 -Zen Blues Band (Blues)
August 15 -JuJu Bees Blues Band (Blues)
August 22 -Conspiracy (Party Band)
August 29 -DEJAVU (Latin)
September 5 -Agent 99 (Rock)
September 12 -Blues at Last (Blues)
September 19 -Michael Rose (Solid Gold Oldies/Elvis)
September 26 -Andy Shaw (Rock/Blues)
October 3 -On The Beach (Alternative)
October 10 -Bill Foley (Best of '50's, '60's, & '70's)
October 17 -Northwest Territory (Bluegrass)
October 24 -The Floorwalkers (Blues/Soul/Rock & Roll)
October 31 -Jive Pilots (Rock/Funk/Reggae)
MOVIE CLASSICS ON THE CREEK
Creekside Plaza 9:00 p.m.
June 26 The Wizard of Oz
July 24 Breakfast at Tiffany's
August 28 E. T. The Extra Terrestrial
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Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
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ROTARY FAMILY SERIES
Tuesdays at Creekside Plaza
6:30 - 8:30 p.m., June - September
The Shaw Brothers 1st Tuesday of each month
Rendition 2nd Tuesday of each month
The Zen Blues Band 3rd Tuesday of each month
Rockbridge Crossing 4th Tuesday of each month
Soul Satyr 5th Tuesday of each month
MUSIC IN THE PARK
Fridays at Friendship Park
7:00-9:00 p.m., June-September
June 12 -General Guinness Band (Irish)
June 19-21 - Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival
June 26 -Hat Trick (Acoustic Hits)
July 3 -The Words (2008 TeenFest Winner)
July 10 -Soul Kitch'n (Funk and Soul)
July 17 -Mousetrap (Radio Disney Covers)
July 24 -Gas Pump Jockeys (Oldies)
July 31 -Paradise Island (Dance Hits)
August 7 -The Lords of Literature (Classic Rock)
August 14 -John Schwab Band (Party Variety)
August 21 -Controversy (Party Variety)
CONCERTS ON THE CREEK
Saturdays at Creekside Plaza
8:00-10:00 p.m. June-July
7:00-9:00 p.m. August 15-October
June 13 -The Reaganomics ('80's Band)
June 19-21 -Creekside Blues and Jazz Festival)
June 27 -Homeland (Irish)
July 4 -Gahanna Freedom Festival-Gahanna Municipal Golf Course
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July 11 -Mojo Theory (Blues)
July 18 -Chris Logsdon (Acoustic Rock)
July 25 -British Invasion (British '60's and '70's)
August 1 -Tim Omark & Southern Justice (Country)
August 8 -Zen Blues Band (Blues)
August 15 -JuJu Bees Blues Band (Blues)
August 22 -Conspiracy (Party Band)
August 29 -DEJAVU (Latin)
September 5 -Agent 99 (Rock)
September 12 -Blues at Last (Blues)
September 19 -Michael Rose (Solid Gold Oldies/Elvis)
September 26 -Andy Shaw (Rock/Blues)
October 3 -On The Beach (Alternative)
October 10 -Bill Foley (Best of '50's, '60's, & '70's)
October 17 -Northwest Territory (Bluegrass)
October 24 -The Floorwalkers (Blues/Soul/Rock & Roll)
October 31 -Jive Pilots (Rock/Funk/Reggae)
MOVIE CLASSICS ON THE CREEK
Creekside Plaza 9:00 p.m.
June 26 The Wizard of Oz
July 24 Breakfast at Tiffany's
August 28 E. T. The Extra Terrestrial
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
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WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
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Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
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Dianne Garrett: Series schedule for Whitehall Music in the Park.
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Whitehall Music In the Park Events
All shows begin at 6 p.m. at the John LaCorte Amphitheater in John Bishop Park.
June 13 These Guys Live (Rock and Roll)
June 27 Trombones Plus (Pop and Jazz Standards)
July 11 Michael Rose Entertainment (Elvis, Sinatra, Wayne Newton)
July 25 Buckeye Brass (OSU Favorites)
August 8 Abraxas (Blues/Rock)
August 22 Minor League (Classic Rock)
August 4 National Night Out/Family Fun Day
John Bishop Park at John LaCorte Amphitheater
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
City Council meeting at the park at 6:30 p.m.
Entertainment will be These Guys Live at 7 p.m.
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2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
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Whitehall Music In the Park Events
All shows begin at 6 p.m. at the John LaCorte Amphitheater in John Bishop Park.
June 13 These Guys Live (Rock and Roll)
June 27 Trombones Plus (Pop and Jazz Standards)
July 11 Michael Rose Entertainment (Elvis, Sinatra, Wayne Newton)
July 25 Buckeye Brass (OSU Favorites)
August 8 Abraxas (Blues/Rock)
August 22 Minor League (Classic Rock)
August 4 National Night Out/Family Fun Day
John Bishop Park at John LaCorte Amphitheater
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
City Council meeting at the park at 6:30 p.m.
Entertainment will be These Guys Live at 7 p.m.
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Dianne Garrett: Parrots of the Caribbean coming to central Ohio.
Dust off those grass skirts, leis and silly hats for an escape to island time in Central Ohio. Parrots of the Caribbean Band will provide the music. All you need is your beachcomber style. The popular band, based in Dayton, is known as the No. 1 Jimmy Buffett tribute band in the country, and has delighted audiences for the past eight years in the United States and Canada.
Dave Albrecht, lead singer of the Parrots of the Caribbean, brings much color and many surprises with every performance. The Dayton based band is known as the No. 1 Jimmy Buffett tribute band in the country.
Lead singer, Dave Albrecht, has an uncanny likeness to Buffett in looks and sound. He also does a mean Blues Brother Dan Akroyd impersonation. About 20 years ago he and a nine piece band were signed with "Legends In Concert", a top ranked show of impersonators based at the Imperial Palace Casino in Las Vegas. He fashioned his harmonica style by listening to Greg "Fingers" Taylor from Buffett's Coral Reefer Band.
Jeff Cline, also known as "Hawaiian Hillbilly", is lead and rhythm guitar, as well as lead and backing vocals. Jeff was in his first band at 16 years old. He can play it all...rock, blues, fusion, funk, country and pop.
Keyboard player, Kenny Rice, also known as "The Professor", has been playing since he was eight years old, and is trained classically. He was a member of "Up With People" and founding member of progressive rock band, "Flyweil", and played with "The Hathaways". He has performed on "The Tonight Show", HBO, and has opened for such artists as Edgar Winter, Cheap Trick, Tower of Power, Eddie Money, Rich Little, George Carlin, Michael Bolton and Willie Nelson.
Gary Rigmaiden is a seasoned bass guitar player and songwriter. He was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and lived in Spain and Brazil as a child. He says that it made it easy to understand the philosophy and musical approach of Buffett. "The island songs of the sea, bayou themes and beachcomber blues are right at home", says Gary.
Greg Martin, drums and vocals, has been playing professionally for 34 years. He and Gary also were members of progressive rock band, Arch Rival. The group had a reunion show last November after about 20 years since they disbanded. They have five albums.
Dave Albrecht as a pirate. Also in the foreground are Gary Rigmaiden, bass and vocals on the left, and Kenny Rice on the keyboard. The Dayton band will be appearing at Gahanna Creekside May 23 and Sycamore Park in Pickerington on June 21.
Parrots will appear at Gahanna Creekside, 123 Mill Street on Saturday, May 23 from 8-10 p.m. They will return to Sycamore Park in Pickerington on June 21 at 7 p.m. That park is located on Lockville Road south of the covered bridge near the Historic District.
They also sing originals, which they will have available for sale on their first CD. To see more about the band, log on to www.potcband.com. As all parrot heads say, 'PHINS UP!"
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Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett. Photos are copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Dave Albrecht, lead singer of the Parrots of the Caribbean, brings much color and many surprises with every performance. The Dayton based band is known as the No. 1 Jimmy Buffett tribute band in the country.
Lead singer, Dave Albrecht, has an uncanny likeness to Buffett in looks and sound. He also does a mean Blues Brother Dan Akroyd impersonation. About 20 years ago he and a nine piece band were signed with "Legends In Concert", a top ranked show of impersonators based at the Imperial Palace Casino in Las Vegas. He fashioned his harmonica style by listening to Greg "Fingers" Taylor from Buffett's Coral Reefer Band.
Jeff Cline, also known as "Hawaiian Hillbilly", is lead and rhythm guitar, as well as lead and backing vocals. Jeff was in his first band at 16 years old. He can play it all...rock, blues, fusion, funk, country and pop.
Keyboard player, Kenny Rice, also known as "The Professor", has been playing since he was eight years old, and is trained classically. He was a member of "Up With People" and founding member of progressive rock band, "Flyweil", and played with "The Hathaways". He has performed on "The Tonight Show", HBO, and has opened for such artists as Edgar Winter, Cheap Trick, Tower of Power, Eddie Money, Rich Little, George Carlin, Michael Bolton and Willie Nelson.
Gary Rigmaiden is a seasoned bass guitar player and songwriter. He was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and lived in Spain and Brazil as a child. He says that it made it easy to understand the philosophy and musical approach of Buffett. "The island songs of the sea, bayou themes and beachcomber blues are right at home", says Gary.
Greg Martin, drums and vocals, has been playing professionally for 34 years. He and Gary also were members of progressive rock band, Arch Rival. The group had a reunion show last November after about 20 years since they disbanded. They have five albums.
Dave Albrecht as a pirate. Also in the foreground are Gary Rigmaiden, bass and vocals on the left, and Kenny Rice on the keyboard. The Dayton band will be appearing at Gahanna Creekside May 23 and Sycamore Park in Pickerington on June 21.
Parrots will appear at Gahanna Creekside, 123 Mill Street on Saturday, May 23 from 8-10 p.m. They will return to Sycamore Park in Pickerington on June 21 at 7 p.m. That park is located on Lockville Road south of the covered bridge near the Historic District.
They also sing originals, which they will have available for sale on their first CD. To see more about the band, log on to www.potcband.com. As all parrot heads say, 'PHINS UP!"
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett. Photos are copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Dianne Garrett: Jay Leno Leaves Them Laughing
"Tonight Show" host Jay Leno with Dianne and Jack Garrett
"Tonight Show" host, Jay Leno, was watching "60 Minutes" last January when he saw a piece about the devastation DHL is causing in Wilmington, Ohio. He said that he knew right then that he had to do something to help. Shortly afterwards, his comedy stimulus shows were born. First in Detroit, and then the little bedroom community in southwest Ohio.
Last May DHL decided to close up shop in the air cargo business, which meant closing down all its locations, including the hub in Wilmington. They have since decided to continue with international shipping, but are moving it back to the Greater Cincinnati/Kentucky International Airport where they began. In their jet stream, they are leaving about 8,000 workers jobless. All will be done in Wilmington by late July.
I was lucky to be approved as a media person for his May 10 Mother's Day appearance. The Associated Press made all the decisions who would be authorized. We all had to send emails, and of course, mine was quite passionate since I'm originally from Wilmington, and still maintain close ties. I had also explained how I worked there almost 30 years ago when it was Airborne Express, and the sadness of my friends losing their jobs was ripping at my heart. I not only was approved, but my husband was also given the privilege of meeting Jay, and sitting in the VIP section with me. What a great Mother's Day treat this was, even though it was minus the kids. Hey, a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do!
Jay was so kind to everyone, and in true Leno fashion, he was hysterical. I have to say that I enjoyed the humorous stories he shared about his parents and growing up in Massachusetts, as well as their visits to Los Angeles the most. And for the record, he uses no Teleprompter.
He shared that when he saw local folks being interviewed on "60 Minutes" he could see that they were not crying and moaning about their situation. Rather, they were pulling for the entire community and relying on each other to get through it. He noted that in tough times like this, people learn to lean on one another and help each other. He said that he knows he cannot change the situation, but felt he could bring some comedy relief, and let the people of Wilmington know that they are not alone. He also said, "From what I can see, a lot of good people got screwed!" To that he received a standing ovation.
The "Tonight Show" bandleader, Kevin Eubanks and a scaled down band opened with some incredible compositions. The event was sponsored by Pepsi, who also provided snacks and drinks for each show. Roberts Centre provided the venue.
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett. Photo is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Dianne Garrett: Calling All Pugs. May 23 "Pugnic"
Prancer and Prunie Garrett
They are short, pudgy, cute, full of personality and love, and snort more than they bark. If you love the Pug breed, you can get your Pug fix on May 23 at Whitehall Community Park during the eleventh annual Ohio Pug Rescue Reunion and Fundraiser, also known at "Pugnic".
The two cute little guys in the photo are my "grand pugs", Prancer and Prunie, who were adopted from OPR by my son and daughter-in-law, Jeremy and Sabrina Garrett, of Grove City. Prancer, the male, is a little live wire maniac full of energy and bounce. Prunie is female, and loves to do a happy dance with me whenever we see each other. She loves to snuggle.
OPR is a non-profit, all volunteer organization, and 100 percent of all proceeds of the event will benefit OPR. The group offers surrender, foster care and adoption services to all homeless pugs in Ohio, regardless of age, health or condition. Prior to adoption, all animals are spayed/neutered, updated on vaccinations, microchipped for identification, and any health issues are addressed.
Everyone is welcome, and you don't have to have a pug to enjoy the fun. The reunion brings an average of 200-300 pugs in attendance each year. The event runs 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. It is free to OPR members and a $5 donation for non-members. Prizes will be awarded in the Pug contests, which include best costume, best trick, longest tongue, most wrinkles, curliest tail, buggiest eyes and more. There will be over 100 items featured to bid on in the silent auction, as well as a 50/50 raffle, Pennies for Pugs contest, concession stand and bake sale.
Participants can pre-register by logging on to www.ohiopugrescue.com. You will be guaranteed a good time. The park is located at 402 N. Hamilton Road. Prancer, Prunie and I, along with all of their pug friends invite you to the Pugnic. Hope to see you there!
HELP BEXLEY PUBLIC RADIO UPGRADE ITS ANTENNA. SEND YOUR MONEY PROMPTLY. BE GENEROUS.
Bexley Public Radio Foundation broadcasting as
WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM, Local Power Radio
2700 E. Main St., Suite 208
Columbus, OH 43209
Voice (614) 235 2929
Fax (614) 235 3008
Email wcrxlp@yahoo.com
Blog http://agentofcurrency.blogspot.com
Bexley Public Radio Foundation is exempt from federal taxes under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Donations are deductible from federal income taxes for individuals who itemize. Checks may identify the payee as Bexley Public Radio Foundation or WCRX-LP, 102.1 FM.
Design is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Bexley Public Radio Foundation. Text is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett. Photo is copyright 2009. All rights reserved. Dianne Garrett.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Dianne Garrett: 2009 Angel Food Ministries Order and Pick Up Dates:
Whitehall Church of the Nazarene Angel Food Ministries order and pick-up dates:
Order Due Date Order Pick-Up Date
March 15 March 21
April 12 April 18
May 10 May 16
June 14 June 20
July 12 July 18
August 16 August 22
September 13 September 19
October 11 October 17
November 8 November 14
December 6 December 12
To find a location near you, log on to: www.angelfoodministries.com
There are no income requirements or qualifications to order.
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