Ned Rosch describes how, as a Jew, he accepts the basic values and teachings of Judaism, however, he has rejected the unquestioning Jewish adoption of Zionism. Zionism has come to mean the Israeli's adoption of the idea, "You cannot criticize the Israeli government and its repression of the Palestinian residents living in Gaza, East Jerusalem, and the West Bank." He talks about how some Jews are speaking against these Israeli policies and programs.

Fran Lloyd Wright designed many beautiful houses and also designed some for a more popular market. One of these styles was the Gordon House. You'll find one of these popular styles in Silverton, Oregon located on the grounds of the Oregon Gardens. Individuals can visit Oregon Gardens but must make reservations to visit the Gordon House. Individuals can arrange to stay overnight at the house along with three additional persons. Find out more about these visits/stay overs at http://www.gordonhouse.org/visits.

Meet Nate Hon, Clackamas County Fire District firefighter. Find out how he became a firefighter and how he progressed through the ranks. He also describes how the Fire District firefighters carry out its work in the large Clackamas County territory, Oregon.

The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us that we are in need of more trained nurses. The Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU) stepped up to the plate when they developed a 15 month accelerated nursing program that was an alternative to the 3 year program. It is time that more nursing programs offer such training as more individuals are in need of health services. It is designed for candidates with health care experience and training.

Meet Sophie, the owner and operator of the Rohst Coffee Company. You'll find out how Sophie's French upbringing has influenced what here shop looks like and even learn to speak French. Covid-19 has affected her business in a very dramatic way, however, Sophie has established a regular schedule, but, has some limited hours, 8 am - 1 pm. Help keep Millwaukie, Oregon businesses remain open. See the Rohst Coffee Company website at http://www.rohstcoffee.com/home.

What is happening to businesses that are trying to maintain their bottom line during this terrible Covid-19 Pandemic? How is it affecting the owner's ambitions? Listen to the story of Anne Nottingham and Kathy Tippets, owners of Two Sisters Play Cafe as they tell their story about how their business is attempting to survive this pandemic. This interview is designed to help encourage community residents to support these businesses during this difficult period. Check out the cafe's website at http://www.twosistersplaycafe.com.

Listen to a presentation by Carolyn Driedger, Outreach Coordinator, USGS, Cascade Volcano Observatory as she talks about her personal experience on the day before, during and after the eruption of Mt. St. Helens on May 18, 1980. She will also describe the role of USGS in protecting residents who live near any volcanic centers followed by a description of USGS's international role. Her presentation is personal, witty, engaging and very enlightening. I want to thank the leadership of the Willamette View Public Affairs Committee for allowing me to organize this event and for Carolyn Driedger for encouraging this public information to reach more people. You can find out more about this presentation on http://www.keepingkurrent.com.

During the next 15 years thirty-three percent individual households will be headed by persons 65 years of age and older. Individuals approaching this time in their lives need to carefully plan for affordable and adequate housing, where they can experience a quality of life that affords the opportunity to live independently. In this segment of Keeping Kurrent you'll meet Val and Eleanore Harris, who have chosen to live in one of the communities known as "The Villages." How does their experience help you make your choices on this matter? See more about their experience on the Keeping Kurrent website, www.keepingkurrent.com.

Listen to the Collin Karg's story about how he successfully built an Art Glass Gallery in Kechi, Kansas. He explains how he started a business in his garage and gradually expanded it to many buildings and eventually into his current gallery in Kechi, Kansas. He identifys the key decisions he made that allowed him to develop his business.

Collin Karg achieved success by creating successful manufacturing plants, the sale of a variety of products and services and then finally became a successful glass artist. His interview demonstrates the set of traits that are necessary for achieving his dreams. His gallery is located in Kechi, Kansas.