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Michael Fracasso & BettySoo ~ Thurs. Oct. 19

CO-PRESENTED BY RAINSHADOW RECORDING AND KPTZ on Thursday, October 19, 7:30pm at the Palindrome at Eaglemount Cidery. Michael Fracasso is a genre-crossing artist incapable of repeating himself. His critically acclaimed work includes nine distinctive solo CDs, recorded duets with both Patty Griffin and Lucinda Williams, an epic reinterpretation of John Lennon’s “Working Class Hero,” memorable tributes to Woody Guthrie, Mickey Newbury, and Townes Van Zandt, and more. In 2011 he was short listed for the Austin Public Library Award for literary achievement. Michael is joined by singer/songwriter BettySoo. Raised outside Houston by first-generation Korean immigrant parents, she grew up listening to the Great American songbook and country radio. Her intelligent, tightly-constructed lyrics and captivating melodies keep audiences entranced.

October 16-31 KPTZ Programming Highlights

For a compendium of upcoming featured programs, check KPTZ Spotlight for October 16-31. Many of our program hosts provide specifics about what’s planned for this half month. If you’re not already a Spotlight subscriber, you’re invited to join our Mailing List. See KPTZ’s current Weekly On-Air Schedule and Daily Program Schedule.

County Connections

(Airdate: October 13, 2023) County Connections with Jim Burke and County Commissioner co-host, Greg Brotherton are joined by Phil Cecere, the Jefferson County Fire Marshall and Building Official. They talk about a hearing that is still open about the adoption of the new building codes, the new fire inspection program, and other amendments to our code. Phil will talk about the International Building Code and how it meshes with local code, and the delays and litigation that have been pushing back the implementation of the new 2021 code.

Local News for 10/13/23

October 13, 2023: Jim Burke – Goldendale Observatory open house; more about earthquake feedback. (TRANSCRIPT)

Cheese Tagging

(October 12, 2023) Cheese Tagging – The New American Pastime

Brewocracy Now ~ 10/12/23

KPTZ’s Taylor Clark and co-host City Manager John Mauro briefly discussed the Kearney Street Roundabout state road project, and then moved on to talk about Evans Vista. For more information about Evans Vista check out the council agenda packet for their 10/9/2023 meeting. It starts on page 25.

Local News for 10/12/23

October 12, 2023: Derek Firenze – Police Dept. scam; rake up your leaves. (TRANSCRIPT)

Our Working Waterfront / Chris Bricker

Every other Tuesday (5:30-6pm) and Sunday (noon to 12:30pm), alternating with Community Tides, Chris Bricker joins co-hosts Eron Berg, Port of Port Townsend’s Director, along with Port Commissioner Pam Petranek to bring you updates, characters, artisans and stories that surround our busy Port and Maritime Community.Previously for eight years, he was music host for Morning on the Salish.

An actor and performer for many years, Chris Bricker is a graduate of the Ringling College of Clowns, class of 1971 and worked with Ringling Brothers & Barnum & Bailey Circus for three years. He is also a saw-playing member of AFM, Local 1000 (acoustic traveling musicians union). Contact Chris.

Community Tides / Chris Bricker

Every other Tuesday (5:30-6pm) and Sunday (noon to 12:30pm), alternating with Our Working Waterfront, Chris Bricker joins co-host Siobhan Canty, president and CEO of Jefferson Community Foundation to explore new developments and new paradigms as they talk with creative and innovative citizens who do good work throughout Jefferson County and the Peninsula. Previously for eight years, he was music host for Morning on the Salish.

An actor and performer for many years, Chris Bricker is a graduate of the Ringling College of Clowns, class of 1971 and worked with Ringling Brothers & Barnum & Bailey Circus for three years. He is also a saw-playing member of AFM, Local 1000 (acoustic traveling musicians union). Contact Chris.

Our Working Waterfront ~ 10/10/23

Each month on alternate weeks, Tuesdays at 5:30 and Sundays at Noon, KPTZ’s Chris Bricker and his co-hosts, Port Director Eron Berg and Commissioner Pam Petranek bring you updates and stories from Port Townsend’s working waterfront. A new tradition was born this year, right here in our Boatyard! A special celebration took place under the stars and in the glow of the full moon above the giant Marine Travelift. It was organized by the Port of Port Townsend and its sponsors to welcome our Fishing Fleet home. There were crew members, skippers, shipwrights and apprentices who keep these boats alive. There were brokers, townies, families, and children of all ages. They all gathered in a corner of the Yard for a truly local and authentic gathering. Roving the festivities with a field mic was never more fun!

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