Art and environmental consciousness collide in Santa Rosa's SOFA District, showcasing nature-inspired works and sustainable creations. Artist Mary Vaughan in her studio at the Backstreet Gallery in Santa Rosa's SOFA District photo credit: Michelle Marques Celebrate Earth Day with a vibrant fusion of art and environmental consciousness. This episode highlights "Ode to the Earth," an exhibit at Santa Rosa's SOFA Arts District, where artists Mary Linnea Vaughan and Rachel DuFour showcase their stunning nature-inspired works. Joined by emerging talent Madelaine Williams, who transforms thrifted clothing with intricate mending, and Spring Maxfield from the Santa Rosa Urban Arts Partnership, we explore the power of art and community to honor our planet. The exhibit opens April 4th and runs through April 20th at the Backstreet Gallery in the SOFA District, located down Art Alley off of 312 South A Street in Santa Rosa. Guests in this episode: Mary Vaughan, artist Rachel Dufour, artist Madelaine Williams, artist Spring Maxfield, Director – Santa Rosa Urban Arts Partnership Suggestions for guests or topics? Email [email protected]

A non-profit created to address the AIDS epidemic is now a critical resource for those facing housing crises, mental health challenges, and the devastating impact of fentanyl. Gary Saperstein and Lorie Violette of Sonoma County's Face to Face photo credit: Michelle Marques Sonoma County’s Face to Face was born in 1983, a lifeline during the AIDS epidemic. Now, decades later, they're on the frontlines of a new public health crisis. We dive into how this non-profit organization has evolved to tackle rising STIs, housing instability, mental health challenges, and the devastating impact of the opioid epidemic, especially fentanyl. Compassion leads their commitment to community health. Guests in this episode: Lorie Violette, Program Director at Face to Face Gary Saperstein, Development Director at Face to Face Resources in this episode: https://f2f.org/ Suggestions for guests or topics? Email [email protected]

This episode is a celebration of baseball, community, and the enduring magic of small-town summers. Healdsburg Prune Packers chat on the mound with Coach Gomes at Rec Park in Healdsburg photo courtesy of Natalie Norman Step into the heart of Healdsburg, California, where the crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd echo through a century of summer baseball. This week, we dive deep into the legendary history of the Healdsburg Prune Packers, a team composed of Division 1 collegiate players with roots stretching back over 100 years. This is also a story about community. We'll explore the unique homestay program that connects college athletes from across the country with families in Healdsburg, creating bonds that last a lifetime. Guests in this episode: Holly Hoods, Executive Director and Curator of the Healdsburg Museum Maddox Molony, 2024 Healdsburg Prune Packer infielder David Hagele, previous Mayor of Healdsburg, current Healdsburg Councilmember, and Prune Packers host father Joey Gomes, GM and Head Coach for the Healdsburg Prune Packers Natalie Norman, CEO of the Healdsburg Prune Packers and President of the Pacific Empire League Resources in this episode: Healdsburg Prune Packers: https://www.prunepackers.org/ Healdsburg Museum: https://www.healdsburgmuseum.org/ Suggestions for guests or topics? Email [email protected]

On this episode of The 707 we take you inside Redwood Empire Food Bank, to explore the challenges they face and the innovative solutions they’re using to meet growing needs. Join us as we visit the Redwood Empire Food Bank during a Super Saturday—an inspiring day when community groups come together to sort and pack food, raise funds, and support the fight against hunger. We take you inside this vital organization, which serves five Northern California counties daily, to explore the challenges they face and the innovative solutions they’re using to meet growing needs. Guests in this episode: Rachelle Mesheau, Director of Marketing and Communications Manager, Redwood Empire Food Bank Jay Jensen, CEO of Novavine Allison Goodwin, President and CEO of Redwood Empire Food Bank Suggestions for guests or topics? Email [email protected]

Explore the vibrant world of youth podcasting in Sonoma County in the first episode of The 707. We explore the vibrant world of youth podcasting in Sonoma County. Meet a Santa Rosa High School student who became a top ten finalist in last year's NPR Student Podcast Challenge and a young creator who produced a heartwarming podcast about her school cat—all with the help of KRCB’s youth podcast workshops at the local library. Plus, we hear from a dedicated teacher at SRHS and two podcast producers who share insights on the power of storytelling and student creativity. Resources mentioned in this episode: NPR Student Podcast Challenge – deadline for entry is May 2, 2025. Sonoma County Library Sound Studios Free audio editing programs: AudioDirector – WavePad - Garage Band for Mac - CreativeCommons.org for free use music tracks If you are interested in signing up for the next KRCB Youth Podcast Workshop, send an email to [email protected] to be notified of the next workshop availability. Guests in this episode: Steve Drummond, Senior Editor/Executive Producer, Education at NPR Janet Woojeung Lee, Producer, Education Team at NPR Hollis Fennen, English Teacher, Santa Rosa High School Max Allen, Associate Radio Producer at NorCal Public Media Jessica Hoover, Branch Manager, Sonoma County Library, Central Library