This week, Jane explores how observing nature helps us cope with the challenges in our lives.

In this week's 95.9 Company Break program, Mike talks to Zack Pierce, General Manager of Perro Salado. Co-owner and general manager Andi Johnson’s artistic eye transformed this historic 18th-century home of a naval officer in the heart of Newport into a casual and boisterous gathering space. Earthy colors saturate the walls, and the whimsical decor makes each of the cozy rooms come alive with a fiesta-like energy. Behind the bar, Andi’s experience as a mixologist turns classic margaritas into bold and fresh concoctions as exciting and remarkable as a great glass of wine. Perro Salado is at 19 Charles St., Newport, RI 02840. Call 401-619-4777 or visit them at perrosalado.com

This week, Joe is featuring Bassist Christian McBride from his 2003 Warner Brothers Records recording, titled “Vertical Vision.” 

This week, Jane examines how nature can influence our thinking with its subtle inconveniences.

Salt Marsh Opera’s production of “Pirates of Penzance” is the subject of this week's program with Simon Holt, Artistic Director and Founder. We discuss the company and the opera, and listen to some of the very popular songs from the score. For more information, you can call (860) 535-3456 or go to www.saltmarshopera.org

In this episode of This Old Tree, Doug introduces us to S'Ozzastru and the Ancient Olive Trees of Sardinia. Some trees are old — and then there's S’Ozzastru. Nestled near the village of Luras on the island of Sardinia, this ancient olive tree has stood for nearly 4,000 years. Also known as "The Great Patriarch" or "The Patriarch of Nature," the Bronze Age tree is a living witness to the rise and fall of civilizations. How has it endured for millennia? Who, across the centuries, has found shelter beneath its branches? And will the millennial olive trees of Sardinia continue to survive? Join us as we travel to the heart of the Mediterranean in search of secrets to one of the world’s oldest living trees. 

This week, Jane finds a funny parallel to an example in nature.

This week on Jazz After Dinner, Joe features Pianist Earl Hines, from his 1992 record, recorded in 1965, Sony Music Records recording, titled “Reunion In Brussels.”

The LaGrua Center in Stonington, CT, is the subject of this week's program with Dan Brandl, Executive Director. We discuss what has been happening at the Center, as well as the upcoming Concert on the Green, scheduled for September 19th, and the Music Matters series, which begins on September 27th. For more information, you can go to www.lagruacenter.org

This week, Jane explains how small projects can help us accept time.