Community Access

We spoke with Dr. Husnain Kermalli, Chief Medical Officer at St. Mary's Hospital about the Black Men In White Coats Youth Summit. The event aims to increase the number of Black men in the field of medicine through exposure, inspiration, and mentorship. 

We spoke with Breathe 2 Flow founder, Lindsay Riley, about yoga with pigs, bunnies, alpacas, puppies, kittens, and other animals! Breathe 2 Flow hosts yoga sessions in untraditional places across Connecticut and works with local rescues, organizations, and non-profits.

We spoke with Flight Adventure Park Marketing Manager Zack Morris about their grand opening in Manchester and the attractions, themes, programs, and content that Flight Adventure will offer. 

We spoke with Senior Associate Athletic Director for External Strategy, Chris Grosse, about the upcoming UCONN football games and how fans can support UCONN's fall athletics.

We spoke with Contract Project Administration, Liz Clauson, and Project Manager, Billy Flynn, from Electrical Contractors Incorporated, about the 34th Annual Golf Outing on October 3. All proceeds from the golf outing support Make-A-Wish CT. Kris Moran, Director of Marketing and Communications at Make-A-Wish CT, shares how the proceeds will support granting the wishes of kids with critical illness...

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be performing at Mohegan Sun on November 30. Enjoy TSO's awe-inspiring rock, classical, and holiday music! We spoke with Jeff Plate, a drummer in the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, about the 2025 Winter Tour, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve - The Best of TSO and More."

We spoke with retired NYPD Officer Chris DeFlorio about his journey of passing on the peace from God to victims suffering under demonic influence, detailed in his book Called Into Darkness: Two NYC First Responders Battle the Supernatural.

We spoke with Chief Operating Officer, Elicia Pegues Spearman, about the power-packed roster of activities to recruit new members and adult volunteers throughout September.

We spoke with Laura Hoffman, Executive Director of Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter, about the organization's support services, care options and education for families facing the disease, caregivers, and professionals.

We spoke with Inclusion Director, Rachel Scolnic, about the JCC's mission to make the community center an inclusive place to serve every person that walks through their doors. 

We spoke with Patrick Myers who is a full-time Freddie Mercury impersonator in the band Killer Queen.

We spoke with Artistic Director, Constantine Pappas and Managing Director, Craig David Rosen about upcoming shows at the theatre, including musicals, comedies, and musical comedies!

We spoke with Chaz the Cream Puff Man about The Big E going on from September 12 to 28, and Chaz the Cream Puff Man shares what to look forward to this year.

We spoke with Vice President Executive Board, Ron Apinis and Board Member, Craig Dupre about Wishes on Wheels hosting a truck convoy and family fun day to support children with life-threatening medical conditions.

We spoke with Executive Director, Amanda Meeson and Director of Development, John Chamberlain about Sterling Community Center an organization that creates impactful and inclusive programs and services that engage and cultivate a thriving community.

We spoke with Co-Founders, Hannah DeCampos and Abagail Franzese about Buttoned Together a non-profit organization that believes art is a powerful tool for self-expression and mental well-being.

We spoke with Dr. Jesse M. Bernal, Ph. D., who was appointed as the 10th president of Western Connecticut State University. 

We spoke with President Susan Mitchell from US Horse Welfare and Rescue about the fundraising event Hoedown for Horses.

We spoke with President Samantha Merwin with Elbowbumpkid Inc. about the programs they offer to help families with children who have type 1 diabetes.  

We spoke with Director Cindy Howard with the Foundation for the Advancement of Catholic schools (FACS) about the Annual FORE FACS Golf Classic.

We spoke with Miss Ct Volunteer Yokayris Castillo and Miss CT Teen Volunteer Ella Perillo about winning in the Miss CT Volunteer pageant system. 

We spoke with Clinical Director and Board Certified Behavior Analyst Taylor Brinker and Registered Behavior Technician Anele Barbieri about the programs offered at "A Behavioral Approach."

We spoke with Co-founder's of DK Movement Cares, Derek Jones and Kelly Houston about the 3rd Annual DK Movement Cares 5K Run/Walk. 

We spoke with Christian Marshall from the CT Humane Society about the adoptable pet of the week.

We spoke with Dr. Sameer Hanfi and Dr. Jean Weigert from Jefferson Radiology about the Strike Out Cancer Night Game.