Fairborn Young Professionals - Interview with Delaney & Dakota

Service With A Smile - Interview with Penny Davis

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” -Martin Luther King, Jr. On the podcast this week Meghan talks with Penny Davis, Office Admin. for the City Manager and honestly one of the best people you will ever meet. Penny does many things at the City, with one of her responsibilities being to oversee the volunteer boards and committees. Meghan and Penny discuss how citizens can get involved on one of the boards or committees, what all Penny does around the City, and what has kept her working for Fairborn for 30+ years! It is a great conversation, hope you enjoy this week. Show Notes: * Boards & Committees Information [https://www.fairbornoh.gov/government/city_council/boards___committees/index.php] * Summer Camps & Programs Information [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/default.aspx?type=activities] * CPR & First Classes [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29882] * Shred-It Event [https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=729861402658845&set=a.159848626326795] * Community Movie Night [https://www.facebook.com/events/1474136553525262?ref=newsfeed] * Farmers Market Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/fairbornfarmersmarket]

Love the Earth - Interview with Mandy Taylor and Lexie Knick

This week on the podcast, Meghan talks with Mandy Taylor and Lexie Knick two teachers from Fairborn High School who lead the Environmental Club and are also members of the Fairborn Environmental Advisory Board (FEAB). They discuss what the Environmental Club does, the club's involvement in Arbor Day along with the Environmental Branch of Wright Patterson Air Force Base, and finally we discuss Mandy and Lexie's role on FEAB and the celebration planned for Earth Day with BW Greenway. The conversation is insightful and entertaining at times, we hope you enjoy! Happy Earth Week. 🌎🌳 Show Notes: * BW Greenway [https://www.bwgreenway.org] * Earth Day Cleanup [https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=742454864732832&set=a.159848626326795] * Episode 35 with Brandon Hough [https://rss.com/podcasts/rumorhasit/1136770/] * Summer Camps [https://www.fairbornoh.gov/government/parks___recreation/SummerCamps.php] * Land Use Plan Open House [https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=730494525928866&set=a.159848626326795] "Environmentally Friendly Things to do at Home" * Recycle * Composting * Create a Rain Barrel * Plant native plants in your yard (start small) * Use re-usable cups or reusable water bottle instead of plastic * Turn off the lights * Pay attention to food packaging - can you reuse

From Victim to Survivor - Interview with Kim Seubert

This week on the podcast Meghan talks with Kim Seubert, the Director of Fairborn's Victim Assistance Program. Kim and Meghan have an insightful conversation in the midst of this being a very heavy topic. They discuss the history of the Victim Assistance Program in Fairborn, the work the Victim Advocates do, and the resources available for those in our area. The work done by those within this program is invaluable. Show Notes: * Victim Assistance Resources [https://www.fairbornoh.gov/government/municipal_court/victim_assistance_resources.php] * Crime Victims Rights Toolkit [https://victimsrightstoolkit.org] * Violence Free Futures [http://www.violencefreefutures.org] * Michael's House [https://michaelshousecac.org] * We do have a trigger warning for this episode as we cover topics of abuse and domestic violence. If you need to skip this episode we understand. *

It only takes a Spark! - Interview with Matt Halpin

This week on the podcast Meghan sits down with Matt Halpin, the Downtown Revitalization Manager who works at Spark Fairborn. He and Meghan chat about Spark, what that space is, what it isn't, and the role Spark plays for entrepreneurs and local businesses. They also discuss Matt's work with the Downtown businesses and the City. It's a great conversation, so sit back and enjoy! Show Notes: * Spark Fairborn Website [https://sparkfairborn.com/], Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/sparkfairborn], and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sparkfairborn/] * Teen Flashlight Hunt [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29929] * Paws in the Park Egg Hunt [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29933] * Summer Hires [https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairbornoh/jobs/4405003/helper-ii] * July 3rd & 4th Vendor Applications [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29886]

Fairborn Young Professionals - Interview with Delaney & Dakota

This week, Meghan talks with Delaney and Dakota about the Fairborn Young Professionals group that has been formed out of the Fairborn Area Chamber of Commerce. They both chat about the newness of the group and their eagerness to involve more young professionals. The group is just getting started, but seems like they are ready to take on the world. Check out the conversation and find out how you can get involved with the Young Professionals and more importantly Fairborn! Show Notes: * Fairborn Young Professionals on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/fairbornyoungprofessionals/] * Fairborn Young Professionals Interest [https://fairbornchamber.com/fairborn-young-professionals/#:~:text=Affiliated%20under%20the%20Fairborn%20Area,,%20play,%20and%20do%20business.] * Barefoot in the Park [https://www.actorstheatrefairborn.org] * Spring Programs with Fairborn Parks & Rec [https://fairbornoh.myrec.com/info/activities/] * Greene County Parks & Trails [https://www.gcparkstrails.com] * Honey Toast [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556691329037]