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Charlottesville Community EngagementPodcast for June 23, 2024: Social equity, stormwater, fighting Alzheimer's at UVA, and regional economic developmentThere are words written down, and then there are words spoken out loud and arranged into an order that allows someone listening to learn a few things about what’s happening in geographical area in which they are interested. For those reading these words now, this is a complicated way of saying this is Charlottesville Community Engagement that has been produced for June 22, 2024. I’m Sean Tubbs, and I can report that there’s madness to this method. In this installment: * Charlottesville City Council reaffirms water protection ordinance / stormwater utility fee after two public h...2024-06-2329 min
On The Same PageS.8 E.5 — Reading Resolutions for 2024Visit JMRL’s calendar for information on upcoming programs & events.
This episode features several JMRL staff talking about their reading experiences of 2023, and outlining a few reading resolutions for 2024. If you aren’t already familiar with Libby, be sure to check it out. A completely free and user-friendly app (and webpage) for reading eBooks and listening to electronic audio books, Libby is a fan favorite among JMRL librarians.
Consider the questions posed to JMRL staff, and let us know how you would answer them by emailing podcast@jmrl.org!
What was your favorite book you re...2024-01-0513 minOn The Same PageS.8. E.4 – Genre Deep Dives – Manga! (Part One)Visit JMRL’s calendar for information on upcoming programs & events.
This episode features several JMRL staff talking about what they love about Manga and Anime, there’s even more to the conversation with a part two of this episode dropping with our next episode! Below are several Find It Lists to help you all find your next great Manga read!
Manga: Young Adult (13-17 yr. old)
Manga: Adult
Manga: Middle Grade
If you can’t find a particular title that you would love to read, please fill out the Suggest...2023-11-0431 minOn The Same PageS.8 E.3 – Book Club Deep Dive & the Five Year SurveyPlease participate in the Five Year Survey here!
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This episode features book club members from two of our longstanding book clubs: the Brown Baggers book club and Books on Tap book club. Brown Baggers meets on the third Thursday of every month at noon, at the Central Library, and Books on Tap meets on the first Thursday of every month at 7 pm, at Beer Run. Both groups are open to all adults, and always happy to welcome new members!
As always, please email pod...2023-09-2919 minOn The Same PageS.8 E.2 – Listening to Audiobooks Always Counts as ReadingVisit JMRL’s calendar for more information on upcoming programs & events.
We’re pitching new podcast book club titles! Which book would you like to read along with us in our next Overbooked series?
101 Ways to Go Zero Waste by Kathryn Kellogg
Matrix by Lauren Groff
Solutions and Other Problems by Allie Brosh
Fuzz: When nature breaks the law by Mary Roach
Vote here!
Book chat titles:
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
The God of Endings by Jacqueline Holland
As always...2023-07-1436 minOn The Same PageS.8 E.1 – Short Story Deep DiveWelcome to the 8th Season of On the Same Page!
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In today’s episode, we talk about a short story by Kate Chopin, “The Story of an Hour,” written and first published in 1894. We use the five C’s to dissect this very telling short story:
Circumstance
Curiosity
Characters
Conversations
Conflict
Find the full of “The Story of an Hour” text here.
Mini book chats:
The Maid by Nita Prose
Atalanta by Jennifer Saint2023-06-3034 minOn The Same PageS.7 E.12 – All About Self Publishing with Nedra BrownVisit JMRL’s calendar for more information on upcoming programs & events.
Nedra’s books featured in JMRL Local Voices Collection:
Illuminus: the induction
Baltimore Imprint
The Diary of Janay Wilkerson
Nedra’s most highly recommended publishing resources:
Fiverr
IngramSpark
More from the JMRL collection:
JMRL Literacy collection
Transparent Language Online
Healthy Living Workshop Series
Jujutsu Kaisen (an anime series)
Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson
The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck
Invisible Child: poverty, survival, & hope in an American city by Andrea Elliott
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
Ghost Music by An Y...2023-06-1629 minOn The Same PageS.7. E.11 – Summer Reading HypeWelcome to JMRL’s summer challenge! Find everything you need here.
Episode mentions including Reader’s Advisory Corner – Summer Reading Suggestions from Abby & EJ:
Ghost Music by An Yu (Choose a new book read to read just by looking at the cover – August)
Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler; a graphic novel adaptation by Damian Duffy and John Jennings (Read a book you can finish in one day – August)
Kindred by Octavia Butler; a graphic novel adaptation by Damian Duffy and John Jennings
Ariadne by Jennifer Saint (Read a retelling o...2023-06-0234 minOn The Same PageS.7 E.10 – Are You Smarter than a Librarian?Thanks for joining us for an exciting game of trivia!
Check out the JMRL calendar for more information on Summer Reading kickoffs!
Here are some of the memorable mentions from today’s segment:
During our geography trivia section, we remembered fondly the origins of our podcast book club, Overbooked, which first began with the title The Glass Ocean, which we discussed throughout season six of the podcast!
Intrigued by the sound shirt?
As always, please email podcast@jmrl.org with comments, suggestions, ideas, or anything else. We’d love to hear...2023-05-1922 minOn The Same PageS.7 E.9 — How To Be AwesomeWant to jump around?
1:45 – Grow, Learn, Connect
4:05 – In ten words…
6:15 – John Teixeira: chess is just as exciting as the Super Bowl
14:32 – Molly Foster: the magic of open-ended process art
23:53 – David Levi: turn your body (or bananas) into a musical instrument
31:00 – Addeane Caelleigh: the camaraderie of book arts
40:30 – Mikaela Deighan: tea is meant to be shared
Don’t miss JMRL’s annual How-To Festival! Learn 30 things in 3 hours!
Helpful Resources:
Charlottesville Chess Club Facebook Page (John)
Foster Art (Molly)
Microkits (D...2023-05-0549 minOn The Same PageS.7 E.8 – Poetry Reading PaloozaWant to jump around?
00:00 – “The Bronx” by Ogden Nash (read by Steve from Central)
1:14 – “Spring” Original poem by Anne from Scottsville
2:42 – Grow, Learn, Connect (check the calendar here)
4:37 – Original poem by Zavia from Northside
6:05 – Poem In Your Pocket Day Information – Celebrate with us on April 27!
8:52 – “Ask” Original poem by Dr. Vivian Minkoff
12:30 – “Trees” Original poem by Jupiter
13:40 – The Rundown
21:14 – “Ode to Buttoning & Unbuttoning My Shirt” by Ross Gay (read by Abby from Central)
23:49 – Original poem by Val
25:44 – “And” by Nicole Sealy (read by EJ from Central)
27:50 – “The Blind Beggar’s Daughter Of Bethnal Green” (read by...2023-04-2140 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementAlbemarle Community Engagement: Albemarle won't annex land at this timeHello and welcome to a rebranded edition of this newsletter and podcast, now to be called Albemarle Community Engagement. This decision to change the focus represents a sincere look at what really matters to this community, and this name change reflects a hope that this outlet will be a true ACE for the future. I’m Sean Tubbs, confident that this will really hit home for so many of you here in this City of Albemarle. On today’s program:* The Town of New London declines to approve annexation agreement* Sewer upgrades are in th...2023-04-0106 min
The James ExchangeChristmas in ScottsvilleIt is November 30th. Tomorrow is December 1st and there is a lot going on in Scottsville and surrounds. I am Nancy Gill, your host of the James Exchange.In this episode, I spoke with Debbie Smith of the Chamber of Commerce. We talked about the second annual “Holiday Happenings” in Scottsville and what a wonderful town we live in. I did not cover all the events in the podcast, but the following are what has been sent to us:December 3rd: Buckingham Village Christmas Market11-4:00—Rain or Shine84 Lee Wayside Rd. BuckinghamCrafts are indoors and Santa...2022-11-3011 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementOctober 24, 2022: Center for Politics forum explores threats to U.S. democracy; Albemarle Supervisors seek power to hold sales tax referendumWe’ve reached the fourth Monday of the month and are now in the final lap with the finish line coming at the end of All Hallow’s Eve. Shall we celebrate All Hallow’s Day? Between now and then there’s a lot to get through in as many installments of Charlottesville Community Engagement that I can put together between now and the time of disguise. I? Sean Tubbs. On today’s version of this publication:* One person has died following an early morning shooting Sunday on the Downtown Mall * Charlottesville preparing to remove n...2022-10-2416 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementAugust 29, 2022: Former grocery store on Cherry Avenue sells for $3.5 million; Task force continues work on JMRL nameIn this slice of the program:A former grocery store on Cherry Avenue changes hands as a local development firm pays $3.5 million for the property A JMRL task force is working to organize information about a potential name change, but Trustees remind people it is up to localities to make a decisionJohn Gaines of the Tenth and Page neighborhood and a frequent City Council speaker has diedA quick update on COVID as the end of summer approaches This is a public episode. If y...2022-08-2912 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementJuly 5, 2022: Second daily train service begins Monday; Charlottesville's public housing body briefed on financesToday we have a 404, as in the 404th edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement. Hopefully this online-only information content is what you’re expecting, whether it’s your first time reading or listening or if you’re a regular by now. I’m your host Sean Tubbs, always scouring the internet to bring you more on what’s happening. Thanks for reading or listening!There are nearly 1,450 email subscribers to this newsletter, and I’ve for you to be the next one. It’s free, but Ting will match your initial payment to help the newsletters flow 2022-07-0515 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementJune 30, 2022: City Council briefed on property owned by Charlottesville government, deny request to convey sliver of land in North DowntownHalfway through the year? Today’s the 181st out of a scheduled 365, so we’re technically 49.5 percent of the way through 2022 though the fiscal calendar resets at the clock strikes midnight! This is Charlottesville Community Engagement, a newsletter and podcast that has sought to keep track of these things for nearly two years. Thanks to readers and listeners for helping keep the beads of the abacus in motion. This work is free, but it does cost me to put the time in. Sign up for a paid subscription, and Ting will match your initial payment!...2022-06-3018 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementJune 28, 2022: Library name change would require approval from elected officials in all five JMRL jurisdictions; Council briefed on Central Water Line in advance of RWSA voteToday is the antepenultimate day of Fiscal Year 2022, and we’re counting down the hours to when the metaphorical ball will drop in Richmond marking the beginning of FY2023. Are you prepared? Feel free to review previous installments of Charlottesville Community Engagement to revisit the hundreds of stories written in the tinfopast 12 fiscal months. Or head on over to Information Charlottesville to see I’ve been able to cover at least. The “I” here is Sean Tubbs and thanks for reading. On today’s program: * Charlottesville City Council gets details on a water infrastructu...2022-06-2825 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementJune 10, 2022: UVA seeks developers for two of three future mixed-income communities; CRHA projects may not receive tax credits this yearToday the year turns 161 days old, but don’t get too used to that number, for it will be replaced quite soon with another, and another, and so on. But 2022 is still not yet at the halfway point, and you’ve got three weeks left until that not-quite-august occasion on July 1. The occasion right now is this installment of Charlottesville Community Engagement, and this person writing is Sean Tubbs. There’s lot of information in every installment of this newsletter and podcast. Send it on to more people to help grow the audience!On today...2022-06-1015 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementJune 9, 2022: Another suit filed seeking House of Delegates race this year; Louisa Supervisors oppose JMRL name changeHello and welcome to another episode of Charlottesville Community Engagement for June 9, 2022. While I increasingly wonder if I am a cartoon character, I am certain I am not the subject of National Donald Duck Day and if you listened to the beginning of the podcast version, you would have proof. Additionally, my name is not Earl and I am not sure an entire day needs to be devoted to strawberry rhubarb pie. I am certain I’m Sean Tubbs, and that the show really begins now. This ongoing compendium of information is supported by paid subscriptions, but...2022-06-0914 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementMay 9, 2022: Council briefed on ECC's progress toward 988, Marcus Alert implementationWelcome to the second Monday of May, a fact that will likely fade from our minds the further we get from its actual happening. Let the record show that this was in fact May 9, which is considered by some to be National Lost Sock Memorial Day. That’s an appropriate feeling for this installment of Charlottesville Community Engagement, which seeks to catch up on as many loose threads as possible. I’m your host, Sean Tubbs.On today’s program:* Charlottesville City Council is briefed on efforts to implement the Marcus Alert system across Virginia...2022-05-0918 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementMay 5, 2022: Supervisors agree to adopt $586.3M budget but stalemate on athletic fields continuesMay moves most quickly, and here we are again with another edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement, a newsletter and program that seeks to capture as much as possible about the rapid movement that appears to be experienced by so many. The goal is to give a quick look or listen at what’s going on as often as possible. This is the 374th episode hosted by me, Sean Tubbs.Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.On...2022-05-0516 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementApril 28, 2022: Council approves 170 units in Fry's Spring, loan agreement for Stribling upgrade; JMRL holds annual Poem in your Pocket DayAfter today, there are only two more days in April. After today, there are 247 days left in 2022. But for now, it is still April 28 and this is the appropriate Charlottesville Community Engagement. After this installment, is it my hope that you will know slightly more than you did before. I cannot quantify precisely. I am Sean Tubbs, the host and producer.Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts in your email, become a free subscriber. To keep them coming, become a paid one! On today’s program:...2022-04-2819 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementApril 4, 2022: Council presented with potential funding scenario with no real estate tax rate increase this year; Two Councilors want one to ensure funds for spendingAnother week begins in a relatively new month and no matter what side of the Atlantic you are on, it is 4/4/22. This is also the 94th day of the year and we are now officially part a quarter of the way through. This is the relevant edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement, and I’m the usual host, Sean Tubbs. You do not have to pay to read or listen! Even signing up for free helps this newsletter and podcast for free! On today’s show:* A fish kill is reported off Barra...2022-04-0419 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementFebruary 5, 2022: At least three Councilors support ten cent property tax rate increase; Council to pick final rate for advertisement on MondayWe’re well into the year now, with new people in different political roles, even though most of us are stuck in the same lives we’ve always been in. It’s February 5 and we’re now over a tenth of the way through 2022. There’s still a lot to go, so this is a good day to imagine how that other ninety percent may look. This is Charlottesville Community Engagement, and I’m your host, Sean Tubbs.On today’s show:* It’s the first meeting for new interim City Manager Michael C. Rogers* Charlotte...2022-02-0523 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementDecember 8, 2021: Albemarle group briefed on climate action; redevelopment continues for Charlottesvile public housing sitesWelcome to day 342 of the year 2021. There are 23 days until the final day of the year. How many more years are left? Results will vary. How many more installments of Charlottesville Community Engagement will there be? The virtual magic eight-ball reports: Better Not Tell You Now. In either case, this is the installment for December 8, 2021, which is the 290th edition of the show so far. Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts, sign-up below for free updates. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber! On today’s sho...2021-12-0814 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementDecember 1, 2021: Virginia's recycling rate increased in 2020; few details on next steps in city manager searchWhat’s another month in a year that’s already had eleven of them? Another turn of the earth, and each of us is another day closer to the solstice, the holidays, 2022, President’s Day, and so many more milestones that are worth noting somewhere. Perhaps not on this installment of Charlottesville Community Engagement, which is intended to capture a few things that happened around the time of December 1, 2021. Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To ensure new posts come out as frequently as possible, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber!On tod...2021-12-0115 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementNovember 29, 2021: Charlottesville PC briefed on next capital budgetAs of the typing of these words, there are 22 days until the solstice when our portion of the world will slowly begin illuminating a little more each day. This is the 333rd day of this year. What significance might there be in the number 4,444? Stick around for enough editions of Charlottesville Community Engagement, and that figure may one day show up. I’m your host Sean Tubbs, tracking the trivial and monitoring the memorable. On today’s show:* Charlottesville’s Planning Commission gets a look at the preliminary capital budget for fiscal year 23* Univers...2021-11-2914 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementNovember 13, 2021: Village of Rivanna group debriefs after approval of Breezy Hill rezoning; Habitat files second phase for Southwood RezoningIn today’s first Patreon-fueled shout-out, are you a patron of the James Madison Regional Library system who suffers from a plague of library fines? If so, for the next week you can pay off your balance with a food donation that will go to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank. To participate in the Food for Fines program, bring a non-perishable item to the front desk and get a dollar off. Do note this does not apply to missing or damaged items. Patrons who are in better standing than me are also welcome to donate an it...2021-11-1317 min
WTJU SoundboardThe Comprehensive Plan + The Library Turns 100 - October 29, 2021
A lot of us local policy nerds have been eagerly awaiting the new Charlottesville Comprehensive Plan. This process of laying out a vision for the city started nearly five years ago. On Tuesday October 19th, the planning commission made a major step by recommending the plan to City Council for approval. So we are very excited to get the inside scoop today with Charlottesville Planning Commissioner, Lyle Solla-Yates. Stay tuned in the second half of the show for an interview with the director of our regional libraries, David Plunkett.
https://www.cvilletomorrow.org/topics/land-use-planning
https://www.jm...2021-10-3034 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementOctober 22, 2021: Contraline gets $10.7 million in funding; Lovingston to get a breweryIn today’s first Patreon-fueled shout-out, are you interested in picking up some new fibrous friends? On Saturday, the Jefferson Madison Regional Library invites you to Gordon Avenue for a front porch plant swap. Bring a healthy plant or a cutting on October 23 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and exchange it for another in an event that also includes a selection of plant-related library resources, including plant care cards with QR codes to help your new friend develop deep roots. That’s the Front Porch Plant Swap at the Gordon Avenue branch of the library. Visit jmrl.org to l...2021-10-2213 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementMay 14, 2021: No appointments needed to visit JMRL branches starting Monday; Andrews launches bid for Samuel Miller seat in AlbemarleIn today’s Patreon-fueled shout-out...your local energy nonprofit, LEAP, offers FREE home weatherization to income- and age-qualifying residents. If you’re age 60 or older, or have an annual household income of less than $75,100, you may qualify for a free energy assessment and home energy improvements such as insulation and air sealing. Sign up today to lower your energy bills, increase comfort, and reduce energy waste at home!On today’s show:* Jim Andrews officially announces his race for the Samuel Miller District in Albemarle County* The CEO of Tiger Fuel Company talks about...2021-05-1411 min
Charlottesville Community EngagementDecember 30, 2020: Blanding runs for Virginia Governor; Trustees get update on JMRL operationsToday’s show comes with support from the Piedmont Environmental Council, who will celebrate their 50th year in 2022, which is soon to be only next year. Check out PEC’s website at pecva.org or their Facebook page to learn more about what they do and why. Tell them you learned about them on this program.In today’s show:* James Madison Regional Library Board of Trustees wraps up the year* The sister of a slain Richmond man runs for Virginia Governor * A sinkhole opens up *There are another 4,088 new case...2020-12-3008 min
Edacious067 - Jason Tesauro, The Modern Gentleman, Best American Food Writing 2016Writing Work. With Wine and Intention. Welcome to the last in a series of FOUR podcasts celebrating the Virginia Festival of the Book! From March 16th to 19th you will hear from the country's best and brightest when it comes to food writing. Today's episode? Writer and sommelier Jason Tesauro, author of The Modern Gentleman and a contributor to this year's Best American Food Writing series for his profile of chef Bo Bech. Jason will be appearing at an event Sunday, March 26th at JMRL as part of a panel discussion. Event details are listed below. I fir...2017-03-2059 min
Edacious065 - Todd Kliman, The Wild Vine, Best American Food Writing 2016Wine Work. Taco Work. Writing Work. Welcome to the second in a series of FOUR podcasts celebrating the Virginia Festival of the Book! From March 16th to 19th you will hear from the country's best and brightest when it comes to food writing. Today's episode? Award-winning food author Todd Kliman, former critic for The Washingtonian, author of The Wild Vine, and a contributor to this year's Best American Food Writing series. Todd will be appearing at an event Sunday, March 26th at JMRL as part of that series. Event details are listed below. I first became aware of T...2017-03-171h 22