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Episode #686 - Rain Barrel Ball

You may see rain barrels popping up around South Bend that are wonderfully painted. They are part of the "Rain Barrel Ball" happening August 23rd put on by Greening the Bend. Kathleen Petitjean will talk about what the dollars raised will go for and why it's important. Then Gordy travels to Fiddler's Hearth where one of the Rain Barrels is on display. He'll talk to owner Carol Meehan about why she supports Greening the Bend and to artist Phil Kwiecinski about his inspiration for the barrel. You can get more info here: www.greeningthebend.org

Guests

  1. Kathleen PetitjeanExecutive DirectorGreening the Bend
  2. Carol MeehanOwnerFiddler's Hearth
  3. Phil KwiecinskiArtist

Original Airdate: June 16, 2014
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