Sharing the History of Black Cowboys

February 2, 2010

Close your eyes and think about a cowboy.
 
Who do you picture? Is it a brawny man with tousled hair? Is he white?

Since 1974, the Oakland Black Cowboy Association has been teaching people that the predominant image of cowboys is not historically accurate.

Join us to learn more. 

Planting the Seeds of Good Manners

January 26, 2010

Mrs. DeGroot is putting manners back in their place!  DeGroot is an etiquette consultant who believes manners are becoming an endangered species. 

DeGroot, who has always taken a special interest in human behavior, especially kindness, is working to start a social epidemic of good manners - targeting children.

Independent producer Catherine Spangler politely introduces us to the lady of gentle instruction.

Bringing Generations Together to Farm

January 19, 2010

In California, there’s an aging crisis in farming.

There are approximately 60 times the number of farmers over age 65 than farmers under age 25, according to California FarmLink, an organization dedicated to linking farmers who are ready to retire- or give up their land for other reasons- with those looking to fulfill their dreams of farming in California.

Independent producer Lisa Morehouse brings us the stories of farmers and farmer-to-be from a FarmLink mixer.

Hawaii's First Saint

January 12, 2010

A Belgian priest, Father Damien, helped Hawaiian residents who suffered from Hansen's disease more than century ago.  And, his spirit continues to change lives today.  Independent producer Heidi Chang brings us Father Damien's story.

Master Swimmer Sue Walsh

January 5, 2010

In 1980, swimmer Sue Walsh qualified for the U.S. Olympic team and thought she had fulfilled one of her dreams. Then President Carter announced the boycott of the 1980 games, and Walsh was crushed. Today, she’s back in the water and is reclaiming some of her glory at the U.S. Masters Swimming Championships.

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