Today Scott Spezzano sits down with Kelly Fisher from Girls on the Run an organization that is about so much more than running. It's a nonprofit that empowers girls to achieve thei greatest potentional Learn more: https://www.girlsontherun.org/
Eric from Wilbert's was in to talk about the importance of giving back to the Rochester community not only during the holidays but all year round. Here are some of the great local efforts you can help Wilbert's support https://www.wilberts.com/
Julie Bennett and her daycare group have been helping families during the holidays for the past 5 years. Last year, Julie decided to change the name to Zoey’s Christmas Angels to honor her niece Zoey and keep her legacy alive. The main goal of Zoey's Chrismas Angels is to provide Christmas gifts and dinner to families in need. Zoey Daggett from Fairport, NY died of DIPG brain tumor July 4th, 2018, she was just 5 years old. Click here for more information on Zoey and Zoey's Christmas Angels: http...
39th annual Hilton Apple Festival Saturday, Oct 5th & Sunday, Oct 6th Each year this festival grows bigger and better and this year is no exception. Board member Denise tells us all the exciting new vendors and entertainment. Click here for all the details: https://www.hiltonapplefest.org/
The mission of the Arc Foundation of Monroe is to create an inclusive society where the people they support may live truly integrated lives and reach their full potential as a part of our community. The Arc has been a fabric of the Rochester community for decades providing countless services and programs to individuals with developmental disabilities. Today Megan Alchowiak talks to us about the upcoming “Toast to the Arc” event. “Toast to the Arc” is an annual fundraising effort for the ARC. Meg...
There's so much excitement at the YMCA especially now with the anticipation of the new Schottland branch opening soon! The YMCA is known for creating a welcoming family atmosphere that is dedicated to supporting neighbors in our community.
The statistics are alarming. The stories are heartbreaking. The only way to stop the Opioid problem is with education. This week Jennifer Faringer from The National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence (NCADD) joins the conversation. Opioids- what are they? Alternatives to consider whenever possible Is CBD a safe way to deal with chronic pain Why is heroin so popular? What can you do? Where to seek help?
The word Chiropractic actually means "to be done by hand". Chiropractors use small adjustments to the spine to create balance and uninterrupted flow of messages through your nervous system which connects your brain to the rest of your body. The nervous system includes the brain, the spinal cord, and every nerve cell connected to them. The brain and nervous system not only keep us alive, but also repair, renew, coordinate, and heal EVERY part of the body, from the largest organs down to the small...
Scott Spezzano sits down with the great people of Epilepsy-Pralid to learn more about the organization and help spread the word and support all individuals in our community with developmental or acquired brain conditions. Click here to learn more
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Most, if not all of us, have said it “Later” We’ll start eating healthy "later" We’ll start working out "later" We make an excuse why NOT to start now. What is really holding us back from doing it now? Today Balanced Life Health Coaching Lori Nolan joins the conversation to help us stop saying "later" and instead just starting it now. Specifically talking about eating healthy, Lori will list which foods we should absolutely stay away from and which foods we should make a staple in our house. Plu...
Children Awaiting Parents, Inc. (CAP) is a national, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. For 40 years, we have been dedicated to finding adoptive homes for America's waiting children. CAP's mission is to recruit foster and adoptive families across the United States for children who have been waiting the longest for a family. Our waiting children are often older, minorities, sibling groups who wish to be placed together, or children with emotional, mental ...
Beat Brain Cancer 5k Annual 5k run and 1 mile walk June 8 East Rochester High School 9am This year the recipient is Vivian Stoch, a beautiful 8-year old girl from Webster, NY who loves cheerleading and gymnastics. Vivian is currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment for medulloblastoma, a pediatric form of brain cancer. Vivian was diagnosed back in April of 2018 has been through surgery, radiation, chemotherapy and has had many set backs. Please help raise money for this strong little girl and ...
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We talked about the successful Friendship Walk which raised $10,000 over the goal, the free summer activities that Best Buddies offers and the upcoming Champions event which is one of th...
If you live in Rochester you know how giving Rochestarians are. How much pride we have in our community. And this is the perfect example, the annual Clean Sweep event the city hosts every year. Saturday May 11 8 a.m. to noon Beginning at Frontier Field Volunteers will gather to collect a free Clean Sweep t-shirt, eat a light breakfast and get their assignments before heading out to project sites in city neighborhoods. Volunteers participating in Clean Sweep will receive a free ticket to that day...
Dr Nana Duffy from Rochester Regional Health joins the conversation this week giving us the facts about skin cancer. We talk about the alarming statistics of how many skin cancers are diagnosed in the US each year, we break down the truths about sunscreen and explain how to self-check our bodies. Dr Nana Duffy and the team at Rochester Regional Health will be hosting a free skin cancer screening at Lipson Cancer Center. Open to all ages on a first come first served basis. Saturday May 11 9-12pm ...
Cameron Community Ministries is an Urban Outreach Community Center in the Lyell-Otis Neighborhood of Rochester, NY. Ninety-eight percent of residents in this neighborhood live in poverty. Their mission is to provide hope to the community through emergency services, engagement, education and empowerment. They offer many programs including youth after-school and summer programs, a free hot meal program that serves lunch daily, an emergency food pantry, and a clothing house that serves community me...
Urban Choice Charter School 2019 Silent Disco: Redefining Urban Education One Beat at a Time. On March 23, 2019, over 200 people will dance the night away at the Penthouse at One East Ave. Guests will enjoy light appetizers, a specialty cocktail, silent auction items, raffles, and spectacular views of the city. Where: The Penthouse, One East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604 When: Saturday, March 23 8pm - 12am Tickets: $30 per person, $50 per couple Ticket Link: http://bit.ly/UCCSsilentdisco About Urb...
We sit down with Lisa Packer from JustServe.org JustServe.org is a website where the volunteer needs of organizations may be posted and volunteers may search for places to serve in the community, providing opportunities to help those in need and enhance the quality of life in the community.
Denim & Pearls Gala Information March 2nd The Double Tree Hotel Jefferson Road in Henrietta For more information about The Story Of Hope and the Gala: https://www.storyofhoperochester.com/
The Wolf Foundation hosts an annual, community-wide bowling party each year to raise funds needed for year round recreation, health, wellness, and socialization activities at CDS Monarch. Many of our recreational services, for example Special Olympics, are made possible by people like you! Join the fun by becoming an event sponsor, volunteer, pledge raiser, or bowler. March 10 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm AMF Empire Lanes 2400 Empire Blvd Webster
The mission of Dreams from Drake is to provide local children and teens with various forms of support needed to move forward while experiencing the confusion and grief associated with the loss of a sibling or parent. The foundation’s hope is to make an incredibly difficult and painful time somewhat more bearable by providing these children and their families with resources needed to ensure that they go on to live healthy, happy and productive lives. Dreams from Drake focuses on the spirit of giv...
The mission of Dreams from Drake is to provide local children and teens with various forms of support needed to move forward while experiencing the confusion and grief associated with the loss of a sibling or parent. The foundation’s hope is to make an incredibly difficult and painful time somewhat more bearable by providing these children and their families with resources needed to ensure that they go on to live healthy, happy and productive lives. Dreams from Drake focuses on the spirit of giv...
The mission of Dreams from Drake is to provide local children and teens with various forms of support needed to move forward while experiencing the confusion and grief associated with the loss of a sibling or parent. The foundation’s hope is to make an incredibly difficult and painful time somewhat more bearable by providing these children and their families with resources needed to ensure that they go on to live healthy, happy and productive lives. Dreams from Drake focuses on the spirit of giv...
We all have said to ourselves that this is the year we ARE going to start eating better, we're going to start getting more sleep and overall living a healthier lifestyle. BUT then something happens and we fall short of our goals. Why? What are we doing wrong? Why is it so hard? This week we sit down with Balanced Life Health Coach Lori Nolan. Lori explains why we don't always feel better even after we start eating healthier, as she says "It's Never Just the Broccoli" Feel free to reach out to Lo...
