Thank you to Bob Ferro of Maine Home + Design Magazine for coming into the studio last Friday. We had a terrific time talking about the culture of design, art, and architecture here in Maine that the magazine captures in such a fresh, contemporary light. Bob is also working hard to make this year’s Maine Home + Design Midcoast Show an even greater success than in past years. I know I’ll be there (June 11th & 12th, Point Lookout, Lincolnville) and I hope to see you there, too.

Like myself, Bob is a fan of great, contemporary, country songwriting. Bob brought some of his favorites on Friday including music from Lyle Lovett, Robert Earl Keen, Kasey Chambers, amongst others.

For more information on the magazine and the home show, go to:

www.mainehomedesign.com/midcoast-show-2011.html  

www.facebook.com/#!/MHDMidcoastShow  

Guest Info:
Bob Ferro
Maine Home+Design | Maine magazine
Advertising Manager
75 Market St, Suite 203
Portland, ME 04101
tel: 207.772.3373

Thanks to Dan Bookham for coming back into the studio to talk about the pending merger of our two local Chambers of Commerce. It’s an important decision for all of our local businesses and I hope you’ll take part in the vote! For more information or to ask questions, you can email: chamberquestions@gmail.com. Some FAQ’s can also be found at: http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102478586371-610/FAQs+final+Feb+2011.pdf

Dan also came on to talk about the seminar – happening tomorrow (Wednesday 4/13, 8-9:30 am at the Knox Mill, Camden), “How to Work a Home Show for Fun and Profit.” You can email dbookham@camdenme.org or call 236-4404 for you RSVP. Hope to see you there! Thanks for listening.

We all know Habitat builds clean, stable and decent housing for low-income families. But, I learned so much more about the organization on today’s show. Tia Anderson, Midcoast Habitat for Humanity’s Executive Director, and I talked about the process of building a Habitat home, the organization’s efforts worldwide (over 300,000 homes built!), and the outstanding efforts taking place in here in our own little corner of the globe. With efforts like “Women Build” (coming this spring) and energy efficient homes underway here in the Midcoast, there are a lot of ways to get involved. Go to, www.midcoasthabitat.org for more information. Enjoy!

Music:  This  morning, we heard from the Jackson 5, David Mallet, Shawn Colvin, Martina McBride and James Taylor.

Contact Info:

Website:  www.midcoasthabitat.org

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Midcoast-Habitat-for-Humanity/146143372108161?ref=ts&v=wall

Don’t forget about Women Build coming up this Spring!!  Go to Facebook and the website for more information.  Informational meeting on Wednesday, March 2nd at 5:30 at Camden Congregational Church.

Thanks for being in studio, Tia!!

From the little bit I knew of James before the show, it was clear he’s lived an amazing life in art and design. But the story behind how it has all unfolded made it even more fascinating. His current sculptural work is taking him in the direction of heliocentric sculptures – large scale forms that capture the sun and generate power. The metaphor of art providing not just spiritual and emotional enlightenment, but also physical light was incredibly inspirational for me. Stay tuned until the end – James shares an incredible story of another power of art after the Oklahoma City bombing.

Thanks for coming into the studio, James!

Learn more about James and his work at his website, www.JamesStricklandArt.com and on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Heliocentric-Sculpture/127139027358661

Podcast:  www.MakingMaine.Podomatic.com

Paul Chartrand is something of a pioneer in the wine industry. When, he started importing exclusively organic wines to the U.S. in 1985, he was the only one in the U.S. doing so. Fortuitously, this was just as the wine world was starting to see the growth in organic wine production in the horizon. It’s taken a while to have those wines find their deserved acceptance, but they are finding it more and more. We talked about this growth, the health benefits and myths surrounding organic wines, and how organics fit into the wider wine world. Maybe most importantly, we talked about where in the Midcoast you can get imports and domestics from Chartrand Imports! Find out more at www.ChartrandImports.com and enjoy the show!

Thanks to Paul for coming in today and sharing three artists that were new to me…a global treat of wine AND music today:  Teddy Thompson (English), Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh (Irish), William Vivanco (Cuban).

Info:

Website:  www.ChartrandImports.com

Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Chartrand-Imports/166316021142

Look out for a Chartrand Imports Wine Tasting at McKean & Charles in Waldoboro – coming up in March! 

My guest this morning was Allyson Neilson of Flexible Fitness in Camden (www.FlexibleFitnessME.com). We had a great chat about her journey starting her fitness training business in the Midcoast and also her own journey with staying fit. She had terrific advice about how to get started with a fitness program and how to stay motivated to meet your goals and feel your best. Enjoy!  Thanks Allyson!

Music:  Allyson brought music from The Rankins, Natalie MacMaster, Van Morrison, and Michael Jackson. 

Contact Information:

Website:  www.FlexibleFitnessME.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/FLEXIBLE-FITNESS-PERSONAL-TRAINING-STUDIO/56647347442 

Phone: 207.542.8591

One of my favorite parts of my venture into volunteer radio is meeting people with terrific creative energy. My guest last Friday – Maggi Blue – has it spades. She’s a self-taught graphic designer and owner of Magpie Creative. But, her energy takes her into many different ventures from printmaking and knitting to what she’s most known for around the midcoast – her brightly colored fused glass jewelry sold via her business, Dye Lot Collective.

Have a listen and enjoy!

Music -

Maggi requested music from Spoon, Beck, Cake, and Fiona Apple

Contact Info:

www.MagpieCreative.com

www.DyeLotCollective.com

On Etsy at:  http://www.etsy.com/people/dyelotcollective

My guest on this show, Ron Pinkham, is a man of many talents. He owns Woodsound Studio – a luthier shop where they not only repair concert and fretted instruments of all kinds, they also make guitars and mandolins. Ron’s love of music and instruments goes back to his early childhood and we had the chance to see the beautiful guitar he made for himself. But, Ron also played that guitar and treated us to beautiful acoustic music. I know you’ll enjoy this show – thanks for listening!

Contact:

Ron Pinkham, Owner

www.WoodsoundStudio.com

We’ve all wondered about those stories that our family have to tell. Maybe we’re too shy to ask or just don’t know how. It was great to hear Kirsten talk about her business, Kirsten Transcribes, and learn more about how she helps unravel those family mysteries - making those stories into something that can be shared amongst generations. Thanks for coming in to the studio, Kirsten (along with your 3 great kids)!  Enjoy!

Website:  www.KirstenTranscribes.com

Also, look her up on Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/#!/kirstentranscribes 

Turns out, Kirsten’s a bit of a rocker…so we played some upbeat rock ‘n’ roll from Steve Miller Band, Neil Young, Aerosmith, and REO Speedwagon.

Joe previously lived life in a life in health care administration. But, all through that time in a job he also took great pride in, he was making music. Joe’s songs tell stories of our greatest sports heroes while saying something meaningful about life as well. And, then there are some just intended to put a smile on your face – like “Lucky the Lobstah.” Enjoy this podcast and his music. Go to www.KingoftheRoadMusic.com for more information.