Listening to Lancaster

We chat with local experts discussing issues relevant to the current life of Lancaster residents. Browse our library and listen to the full interviews below.

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Listening to Lancaster (S5:E3): Chestnut Housing

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Chad Martin, Executive Director of Chestnut Housing, a nonprofit that provides affordable rental housing to people experiencing homel

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Chad Martin, Executive Director of Chestnut Housing, a nonprofit that provides affordable rental housing to people experiencing homelessness. In this conversation we discuss Chestnut Housing’s newest endeavors, including the redevelopment of the former Strawberry Hill Restaurant, housing policy reform, and the “YIGBY” movement (Yes In God’s Backyard). Listen for more!

Learn more about Chestnut Housing at www.chestnuthousing.org or contact Chad Martin at chad@chestnuthousing.org.

Listening to Lancaster (S5:E2)- Bench Mark Program

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Will Kiefer, founder and executive director of Bench Mark Program, which provides programming and mentorship for Lancaster's high-ris

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Will Kiefer, founder and executive director of Bench Mark Program, which provides programming and mentorship for Lancaster’s high-risk youth. In this episode we talk about their new ARPA grant for workforce development, the concerning rise of juvenile gun violence in our community and how we can address it, and how their programs are serving both local students and incarcerated youth.

Listening to Lancaster (S5: E1): Community Schools Model

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Bianca Cordova, Phoebe Radcliffe, and Alex Rohrer-- three of the Community School Directors at the School District of Lancaster. Watc

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Bianca Cordova, Phoebe Radcliffe, and Alex Rohrer– three of the Community School Directors at the School District of Lancaster. Watch the episode to learn more about what a Community School is, where they can be found, how they are helping students thrive, and who some of their key partners are in Lancaster County.

Learn more about Community Schools at https://sdlancaster.org/inspire/community-schools/ and find contact information for the Community School Directors at https://sdlancaster.org/inspire/community-schools/lead-agencies/.

Listening to Lancaster (S4:E4)- Revitalization of Lancaster Through the Arts

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by John Gerdy, founder and executive director of Music for Everyone, to discuss his new book "Lights on Lancaster: How One American City

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by John Gerdy, founder and executive director of Music for Everyone, to discuss his new book “Lights on Lancaster: How One American City Harnesses the Power of the Arts to Transform its Communities.” John discusses how pivotal investments in the arts have transformed Lancaster City, the arts’ role in education, healing, and creativity, and how we can ensure the arts remain vibrant in our community well into the future.

Learn more about John Gerdy, and find a copy of the book at https://johngerdy.com/.

Listening to Lancaster (S4:E3)- Age-Friendly Lancaster

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Melissa Ressler, Executive Director at Lancaster Downtowners, to learn about Lancaster City's Age-Friendly initiative. In December 20

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by Melissa Ressler, Executive Director at Lancaster Downtowners, to learn about Lancaster City’s Age-Friendly initiative. In December 2018, the City of Lancaster was enrolled in the Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (aligned with the World Health Organization), joining more than 1,000 communities worldwide committed to improving the quality of life for older people. Age-Friendly Lancaster produced an Action Plan in December 2021 focused on housing, pedestrian safety, intergenerational connection, and access to services for older adults. Listen to this episode to get an update on some of their recent priorities and programming.

Listening to Lancaster (S4:E2)- Architect Gregory Scott on C. Emlen Urban

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For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by local architect and C. Emlen Urban expert Gregory Scott. Gregg is a partner emeritus at RLPS Architects and regularly writes for Lanc

For this episode of Listening to Lancaster Hourglass was joined by local architect and C. Emlen Urban expert Gregory Scott. Gregg is a partner emeritus at RLPS Architects and regularly writes for Lancaster Newspapers about Lancaster’s rich architecture. This fall Gregg is publishing the first hardcover book ever written about Lancaster’s most notable architect C. Emlen Urban. That book, entitled Urban Legend, will highlight 25 of Urban’s projects through beautiful photography and bring to life both the many architectural styles he worked in and the people behind them who commissioned the projects. Learn more about Urban Legend and preorder your copy at https://www.egganddartbooks.com/.

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