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Episode #1199 - January 27th, 2022
Winter at Potawatomi Zoo is a different experience as some of the animals are more active during the colder weather. If you are a gardener or interested in learning about prepping for the gardening season, the Unity Gardens is offering a series of classes full of information to help. The Civil Rights Heritage Center is offering a chance to look at the life and works of August Wilson with a showing of "August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand". We're getting closer to Valentines Day and you may want to make a reservation for the Valentine's Day Dinner at Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant.
Original Airdate: January 27, 2022

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  • January 27th, 2022 Photo
    Winter Days - Potawatomi Zoom
    Josh Sisk More Information
    January 27th, 2022 Photo

    In This Segment

    Winter at Potawatomi Zoo is a different experience as some of the animals are more active during the colder weather. Winter Days are your chance to experience those animals. Executive Director Josh Sisk introduced Courtney to one of the Zoo favorites the Red Pandas. They are very active during the winter. There are 4 more Winter Days in February and March which are free to members. Get more info at their website.

    500 S Greenlawn Ave.
    South Bend, IN 46615
    February 5th & 20th, March 5th & 20th
    12:00pm - 3:00pm

    PotawatomiZoo.org

    Guests

    1. Josh SiskExecutive Director

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    Gardening Classes - Unity Gardens
    Sara Stewart, Mitch Yaciw More Information
    January 27th, 2022 Photo

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    If you are a gardener or interested in learning about prepping for the gardening season, the Unity Gardens is offering a series of classes full of information to help. They will have in person and virtual classes at their welcome center and classes at a number of library locations. Sara and Mitch shared all the information about the classes with Kelsy and Mitch shared a few tips on planting seeds. Classes go through the middle of March. Get a schedule and list of topics on their website.

    3701 Prast Blvd.
    South Bend, IN 46628
    Now thru March 16th

    theUnityGardens.org

    Guests

    1. Sara StewartExecutive DirectorUnity Gardens
    2. Mitch YaciwGarden DirectorUnity Gardens

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    Civil Rights Heritage Center
    George Garner More Information
    January 27th, 2022 Photo

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    The Civil Rights Heritage Center is offering a chance to look at the life and works of August Wilson with a showing of "August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand". It will be in person only on Tuesday, February 1st @ 6:00pm. August Wilson's work is being highlighted also on stage by the South Bend Civic Theatre, so this will be a great chance to learn about the man behind the shows. The Poetry Den is also a regular feature at the Civil Rights Heritage Center and the next one is February 27th. While they've taken a month off you have a chance to watch past Poetry Dens on YouTube. Just search for the Civil Rights Heritage Center.

    1040 W Washington St.
    South Bend, IN 46601

    August Wilson: The Ground on Which I Stand
    Tuesday, February 1st, 6pm - 8pm

    Poetry Den - Open Mic
    February 27th

    clas.iusb.edu/centers/civil-rights/

    Guests

    1. George GarnerAssistant Director & Curator

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    Tabor Hill Valentines Day Dinner
    Nick LaFlex More Information
    January 27th, 2022 Photo

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    We're getting closer to Valentines Day and you may want to make a reservation for the Valentine's Day Dinner at Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant. General Manager Nick LaFlex shares with Courtney what is on the menu for this romantic evening at a beautiful location.

    185 Mt Tabor Rd. Buchanan, MI 49107

    Valentine's Day Dinner
    Saturday, February 12th - 4:00pm
    TaborHill.com/Events

    Guests

    1. Nick LaFlexGeneral ManagerTabor Hill Winery & Restaurant

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