Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Elvia García, Community Organizer at Columbia County Sanctuary Movement (CCSM), joined us on the first day of Hispanic History Month (Sep 15- Oct 15) to talk about how culture triggers all the senses through music, food, community, and celebration. On Saturday Sept 17, 2022 in Hudson, NY, CCSM is organizing the second annual Latinx Parade and Festival.

More info: https://www.sanctuarycolumbiacounty.org/latinx-festival

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin by marking Hispanic History Month and speak with Elvia Garcia of Columbia County Sanctuary Movement.

Then, Willie Terry brings us a labor segment about the recent Labor Day picnic.

Later on, Bosh brings us a Triple E’s segment, an interview with Matt Toprosky.

After that, Brea Barthel brings us to the Albany Center Gallery for their current exhibition.

Finally, Cathay Silber speaks with Dan Lyles of CollectivEffort.

On Monday, September 5, 2022, the Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the Solidarity Labor Day Picnic and Celebration at Cook Park in Colonie. The Labor Day theme was "Organize a Union at Work." Willie interviewed three labor leaders in the capital region about Labor Day 2022. In this part three labor report, he spoke to Sean Cohen, President of the "Capital District Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, about labor day 2022.

Don Franks of Southern Adirondack Health Initiative (SAHI)joined Sally Becker and Mark Dunlea to talk about the FREE medical/dental/vision clinic at the Washington County Fairgrounds taking place on September 17th and 18th, 2022. Working with RAM and New York licensed doctors, the Southern Adirondack Clinic is open to EVERYONE. There is no proof of identification, income, medical insurance, immigration status, religious or political affiliation to be served.

Listen up for some interesting book suggestions! Ian Hauck, the new head of Adult Services at Troy Public Library, talks about books on quests and history, plus some activities. Books include "Wild Sheep Chase" (Haruki Murakami, 2002); "Frieren: Beyond Journey's End" (Kanehito Yamada, a series of graphic novels; 5 books since 2021); and "Cuba: An American History" (Ada Ferrer, 2021). Ian even lists a picture book ("Make Your Bed with Skipper the Seal" by Admiral William McRaven, 2021). Activities include a 10/3 autumn sign-painting event, and possible reading clubs and more in the future. For info on Troy Public Library, visit www.thetroylibrary.org. For links to libraries throughout New York State, visit www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/publibs/library.htm. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Punching, poisons, "murderbots," and. . . fashion? Laurie Dreyer, manager of Troy Public Library's Lansingburgh branch, talks about these and more. Hear about the many benefits of having a library card, and a bit about September's "Banned Books Week." Books discussed: "A Very Punchable Face" (Colin Jost, 2020); "The Botanist's Guide to Parties and Poisons" (Kate Khavari, 2022); the series of "Murderbot Diaries" (Martha Wells, five since 2017); and "Fashionopolis: The Secrets Behind the Clothes We Wear" (Dana Thomas, 2022). For info on Troy Public Library, visit www.thetroylibrary.org. For links to libraries throughout New York State, visit www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/publibs/library.htm. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin by hearing about the dangers of PFAS forever chemicals from Dr. David Bond.

Then, for our peace bucket, we hear about why Upstate Drone Action raised the issue of 9/11 in their most recent protest at Hancock air force base.

Later on, Corinne Carey spoke with Troy City Court candidate Marc Palozzi.

After that, Dulcinia Diggs speaks with game developer Rachel Presser.

Finally, we are joined by Don Franks who will tell us about the FREE medical/dental/vision clinic coming Sept. 17 to 18 to the Washington County Fairgrounds.

Rachel Presser is a game developer, writer, and gaming consultant. Rachel joins Hudson Mohawk Magazine correspondent Dulcinia Diggs for an interview based on her experience as a game developer, discussing the differences between an indie game developer and mainstream game developing and how to become a game developer.

This is part one of a three part interview, to learn more about Rachel Presser and her work, visit:

https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/is-your-21st-century-games-career-what-you-thought-it-would-look-like-

For Election Watch 2022, political & public affairs correspondent Corinne Carey spoke with Troy City Court candidate Marc Palozzi. They discuss his experience and why he is running now.

Edited by Blaise Bryant.

For Election Watch 2022 political & public affairs correspondent Corinne Carey spoke with Rensselaer County Court Judge Debra Young about her candidacy and experience.

Edited by Blaise Bryant.