WBOI Artcentric

3 Rivers Yoga Foundation will be hosting its second annual Fill the Field "Yoga-in" at Parkview Field. Besides a farmer's market style shopping experience, live music, kid's activities and other festive amenities, the event features a one hour, all-levels yoga class taught by Dan Nevins in the outfield. Nevins, a military Veteran who lost his lower legs in Iraq in 2004, is a world renowned speaker whose story and passion for yoga inspire audiences with his message of perseverance and resilience. For a rundown on what's in store and the organization's mission, WBOI's Julia Meek invited its founder and president, Sarah Evans, into the studio to discuss how yoga can build community as well as total wellness for every body. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

Christopher Murphy is back in the Arena Theatre director's chair again, this time ready to locally premiere Ken Ludwig's latest farce, A Comedy of Tenors. For a peek behind the curtain, and into the heart of what drives Murphy's passion, WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with him to talk about the production, the philosophy of community theater, and his place in Fort Wayne's performing arts scene. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

After taking a year off due to COVID-19 restrictions, the city's Pride Festival is back and bigger than ever, now a two-day event at Headwaters Park. While the event's footprint has expanded to include both sides of the park, in the interest of public safety, there will not be a Pride March in 2021. For a sneak preview of what's in store and a look back at the group's accomplishments, WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with Fort Wayne Pride Director, Nikki Fultz, to discuss how the celebration and the organization have evolved over the past twenty plus years, along with the local LGBTQ population. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

The Fort Wayne Männerchor Damenchor is getting ready to kick off its 150th anniversary year with a song in their hearts and a number of special events to celebrate the love of German music and culture that continues to drive the organization. First among these festive gatherings will be its Fruelingsfest, a traditional Spring Festival, which takes place at the end of March. WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with its president, Chad Trouten, to learn about the club's rich musical history, as well as the present place it holds in the community. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

After graduating from Canterbury High School in 2015, Jacob Rockey embarked on an unconventional journey that would eventually lead him to a career in public radio in the town of Marfa, west Texas, population 1,531. When WBOI’s Julia Meek learned that Rockey was heading back this way for a visit, she invited him into the studio to discuss how his passion has driven his profession, as well as his lifestyle, and what he’s learned along the way. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

Northeast Indiana Water Trails is gearing up for its 6th annual Pedal, Paddle, Play! Scavenger Hunt, this Saturday, July 17th at Promenade Park. Once the "hunters" return, by bike or river trail, the annual afterparty begins, which is free for the public to attend as well, featuring live music provided by local tribute legends, Pink Droyd, beverage service from Trubble Riverfront. Representatives from nine different environmental and recreation groups will also be on hand to talk with participants about the importance of maintaining water trails. WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with principal Programs Manager, Kyle Quandt, to learn the mission and scope of the organization, and how this community-wide event will benefit the area. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

Since its formation, Fort Wayne's Public Art Commission has been working hard to engage the community and develop a master plan. Its first public event takes place Tuesday evening at the Arts United Center, offering residents a chance to get a feel for what's in store, and learn what the plan's tagline, "Art for All," can mean to the local arts scene. For a look at the organization's mission, WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with its administrator, Dan Baisden, and vice-chair, Pam Holocher, to learn about this event, the Commission's future plans and the role public art plays in our community. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

Fort Wayne filmmaker Kelly Lynch has focused on the mid 20th century decline of the railroad industry to produce a screenplay for a limited television series called The Century Builders. "If the 20th Century was the railroad's Golden Age," Lynch reflects, "The Century Builders is about its end--and the towns, jobs, cultures, dreams and people that vanished with it." His own fascination with the Iron Horse and its colorful past is driven by the many stories shared with him by relatives in the Lynch family tree, a tradition enjoyed by many American families. Conceived as an eight part mini-series, the story will unfold primarily within an expansive railroad yard, a traditional roundhouse along the company's route, and in the homes and businesses of local residents. While the pilot continues to advance in festivals and competitions, gathering momentum as it is shared throughout the country, WBOI's Julia Meek invited Kelly into the studio to discuss his motivation for the project and the era it portrays. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

With National Poetry Month just around the corner, spoken word is getting ready to take the spotlight. And tomorrow evening, Fort Wayne creatives Chanelle Barnes and Daniel Church are combining this medium with visual art in a special collaboration event at 816 Pint & Slice they call "Picture This." The wide variety of two and three dimensional artwork being displayed complements the poetry that was contributed by an equally varied assortment of wordsmiths, from emerging writers to seasoned author performers. This project, according to Barnes and Church, is an effort to combine forces between two mediums that are often left to the imagination. Much like putting a face to a name, they are intent on bringing words to color. For a look at the concept, WBOI's Julia Meek caught up with the pair to learn how the mediums and the collaborators will be bringing everything into focus. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.

ACRES Land Trust launched a 200 year Ecological Reflections project in 2017 to honor and study its Wing Haven Nature Preserve in Steuben County. Wing Haven has a rich diversity of plants, birds, mammals and aquatic species in three major ecosystems, and includes about two miles of trails. Each year an artist is chosen to create a work inspired by the site. To date, this has included a poem by Kevin McKelvey, a painting by Gwen Gutwein, a Digital Map of the area by Adam Johnson, a mixed media piece by Hannah Burnworth, and most recently, an original composition for classical guitar by Ken Jehle. The snapshot the organization hopes to create will focus on all forms of fine arts, the humanities and science, to create a better understanding of how a particular place changes through time. WBOI's Julia Meek sat down with ACRES Advancement Director, Heather Barth, to gain insight on the project's scope and this year's commissioned work. WBOI Artcentric is brought to you by WBOI’s own Julia Meek and Ben Clemmer. Our theme music is “Me voy pal campo'' by KelsiCote. Our administrative assistant is Olivia Fletter. Our production assistants are Monica Blankenship, Alex Castonzo, Steve Mullaney, Kyle Norbeck, Mariah Roberts, Diahmynd Thomas, Mikaela Veltum, and Sydney Wagner.