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CRRL Presents: Salem Church Library, More Volume for the Volumes
Samantha Thomason, Spotsylvania County, CRRL Presents
11/12/2009 - 10:50am

This interview airs beginning November 11.
The Salem Church Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library recently completed an expansion project that creates wonderful new spaces to serve patrons of all ages. Debby Klein visits Branch Manager Barbara Davison to see the finished project, learn how this was accomplished, and find out what to expect in services and programs.

CRRL Presents: Anne Sheldon, Storyteller and Poet
Storytellers, CRRL Presents
11/04/2009 - 11:14am

This interview airs beginning November 4.
There's always room for a good story and Anne Sheldon has many wonderful stories to tell.  We hear one of her stories and a poem when she meets with Debby Klein on CRRL Presents.

 

CRRL Presents: William B. Crawley, Jr.
LibraryPoint Blog, History, Samantha Thomason, University of Mary Washington, CRRL Presents, History Blog
10/28/2009 - 2:07pm

This interview airs beginning Wednesday, October 28.
Dr. Crawley is the Distinguished Professor of History who brings the story of the university to life. He is the author of author of University of Mary Washington: A Centennial History, 1908 to 2008. With fascinating anecdotes and an insider’s perspective, he talks with Debby Klein.

CRRL Presents: Louellen Whitefeather Young Silver, Discovering Your Heritage
LibraryPoint Blog, CRRL Presents, History Blog
10/28/2009 - 2:08pm

This interview airs beginning October 21.
Caring and curious about her ancestry and her extensive family's place in the history of White Oak, in Stafford County, Lou “Whitefeather” Silver has explored her genealogy on a journey back through 400 years and 16 generations. She shares her extensive knowledge and amazing memory.

CRRL Presents: Linda Goodman, Stories of Appalachia
Arts Blog, Storytellers, CRRL Presents
10/13/2009 - 1:53pm

This interview airs beginning October 14.
Inspired by her father, Linda Goodman shares the oral tradition of her Appalachian background with the telling of one of her delightful tales. She talks about her many storytelling experiences, which have gained her awards and recognition.

CRRL Presents: Xavier Richardson, a Man with a Mission
LibraryPoint Blog, African American, Samantha Thomason, CRRL Presents
10/06/2009 - 3:01pm

This interview airs beginning October 7.
As Executive Vice President of MediCorp Health Systems and President of the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation, Xavier Richardson has an opportunity to affect the lives of many people in the Fredericksburg area. Debby Klein talks to Xavier about his job and his avocation, which he dedicates to youth.

CRRL Presents: John Pearce, Historic Preservationist
LibraryPoint Blog, History, Samantha Thomason, CRRL Presents, History Blog
10/28/2009 - 2:08pm

Interview airs beginning September 23.
John Pearce is Director of the James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library and Director of the James Monroe Presidential Center. He shares his more than 40 years of experience in Early American Culture, decorative arts, and heritage preservation.  

CRRL Presents: Eugene Williams, A Voice for Black Youth
African American, Samantha Thomason, CRRL Presents
09/22/2009 - 10:16am

This interview airs beginning September 16.
Eugene Williams, Jr., is a writer, poet, singer, professional actor, and teacher with a strong message for black youth. His energy and enthusiasm are unbounded.  

CRRL Presents: Claudia Emerson, Pulitzer Prize Winner & Poet Laureate
LibraryPoint Blog, Reading Room Blog, Samantha Thomason, CRRL Presents
09/09/2009 - 10:58am

This interview airs beginning September 9.
Several books of her poetry received praise and recognition even before Claudia Emerson received a Pulitzer Prize for Late Wife. She is an inspiring teacher at the University of Mary Washington and the current Poet Laureate of Virginia. Debby Klein visits Claudia to listen to her poems and share her experiences.

CRRL Presents: Stewart Wegner, Metal Arts Sculptor
Samantha Thomason, CRRL Presents
09/03/2009 - 2:58pm

This interview airs beginning September 2.
Stewart Wegner and his brother Steven create magnificent works in metal in their Fredericksburg foundry. Debby Klein joins Stewart Wegner to talk about the process and their successful family venture.