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Our Working Waterfront ~ 11/18/22

Hauled out in the Boatyard are  F/V Grant, F/V Polaris, and F/V Vansee 

(Airdate: November 18, 2022) In this reprise airing, co-host Eron Berg, Port of Port Townsend’s Director, joins KPTZ’s Chris Bricker to give us a monthly update from Our Working Waterfront. Then Port Commissioner Pam Patranek and Chris pay a visit to Brad Seamans of the Port Townsend Shipwrights Co-Op, along with Captains Brian Dafforn of f/v Polaris, and Pat Baker of f/v Grant, who are part of the historic fleet of Longline Schooners that seasonally fish the North Pacific and bring back halibut and black cod to our dinner tables. 

Brewocracy Now with John Mauro ~ 11/17

Today on Brewocracy Now co-hosts Taylor Clark and City Manager John Mauro were joined by Steve Tharinger, Washington State Representative for the 24th Legislative District, and Teri Nomura, local realtor and housing advocate. A variety of topics were discussed including; local housing projects, support at the state level for housing reform, and the status of the “Racoon House” code enforcement case.

Candlelight Concert: KPTZ Simulcasts Chris Gilbert

KPTZ is excited to simulcast local singer Chris Gilbert as part of the Candlelight Concert Series, live at Trinity United Methodist Church in Port Townsend, on Thursday, November 17 at 7pm. Chris Gilbert is known for performing a mix of traditional and contemporary folk songs from across the British Isles. For this show, he will focus on folk songs from England and Ireland. Audience participation on choruses is encouraged and words will be provided.

Nature Now #593
Dungeness Levee Setback

(Airdate: November 16, 2022) The Dungeness River has a northwest 2-mile levee, altering the water flow and flood management. Hansi Hals from the Jamestown S’Klallam tribe describes it with Mary Robson.

Give Jefferson Give Hope

(Airdate: November 15, 2022) Give Jefferson is an annual fundraising campaign that facilitates a highly targeted effort focused on frontline needs in Jefferson County. This campaign has vetted recipients, providing a focal point for donors to consider supporting these organizations with the assurance that their donations are stewarded well. Missy Nielsen speaks with Jenn Kingfisher, Director of Community Partnerships and Heather Dudley Nolette of Bayside Housing, one of the nonprofit organizations looking towards this funding to support their efforts in providing transitional housing and support. Join us to consider how you might give hope.