Hudson Mohawk Magazine
7,478 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThe Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a locally-produced nightly news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcast on WOOC 105.3 FM, The Sanctuary for Independent Media's low-power radio station based in Troy, NY.
With the support of people like you, the Sanctuary uses art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.
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Hunger Overview with Joel Berg of Hunger Free America
July 26, 2023 16:28 - 9 minutes - 9.03 MBMore than 2 million New Yorkers are "food insecure." Funding for hunger programs that expanded during COVID are being cut back. Joel Berg of Hunger Free America discusses hunger at the NYC, state and national levels with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (Dr. Denise Fernandez-Pallozzi) P 2
July 26, 2023 13:41 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBOn Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry spoke to the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Executive Director, Dr. Denise Fernandez-Pallozzi. In this segment, Willie interviewed her about the Educational Opportunity Center programs and activities. This EOC segment is part 2 of 2.
Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (Dr. Denise Fernandez-Pallozzi) P 1
July 26, 2023 13:17 - 8 minutes - 7.4 MBOn Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry spoke to the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) Executive Director, Dr. Denise Fernandez-Pallozzi. In this segment, Willie interviewed her about the Educational Opportunity Center programs and activities. This EOC segment is part 1 of 2.
Part 1- H Bosh Jr Former Green Tech CEO Dr Paul Miller
July 26, 2023 03:05 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBIn This week's TripleEs Segment Education Empowerment Entrepreneurship H Bosh Jr Speaks With Dr Miller About his tenure at Green Tech and his accomplishments and his New Challenge in rochester new york as he continues to revolutionize The way we educate our kids. Dr Miller Brief Bio Dr Miller Former Head Of Greentech Chartier School Dr Miller is an Accomplish Author of Several Extraordinary Popular Books and Articles. A Nationally recognized speaker on education in world c...
518 Shinning Star: 2023 Tulip Queen Olivia Owens, Pt. 1
July 26, 2023 02:15 - 10 minutes - 9.27 MBOlivia Owens is the crowned Tulip Queen of 2023. She was interviewed by H Bosh Jr for the 518 Shining Stars series. This is part one of their conversation.
HMM 07 - 25 - 2023
July 25, 2023 23:26 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Rebuilding homes and lives of underserved communities in the Capital Region, Uganda and Ukraine. Mark Dunlea speaks with Ron Deutch from the Living Circle Next, The Sanctuary for Independent Media attended the Schenectady Kids Art Festival to engage with visitors about radio and the importance of the arts. Then, Andrea Cunfliffe sat down with Ellen Sinopoli to talk about the dance company's upcoming events including July 28’s performance at Troy...
Robert Copper Interview
July 25, 2023 23:16 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB“Can't Stop, Won't Stop: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop” exhibition opens on August 1 at the Albany Center Gallery. One of the curators of this exhibition is photographer Robert Cooper who joined David Moore and Caelan McPherson live in the studio.
The Giving Circle Provides Humanitarian Aid In Uganda
July 25, 2023 15:04 - 9 minutes - 9.04 MBThe Giving Circle, based in Saratoga Springs, was initially started in response to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita where it worked to rebuild homes and lives in southern Mississippi. It has since expanded its efforts working locally and internationally with the underserved families in the Capital District, Uganda and Ukraine. Ron Deutsch talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their recent visit to see their projects in Uganda. www.thegivingcircle.org/
Ellen Sinopoli Summer Dance 2023
July 25, 2023 01:09 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBEllen Sinopoli Dance Company has a full 2023 summer schedule. Here, Ellen speaks with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe about the performances and collaborations her versatile company will share in the Capital Region this summer.
Extreme Rain, Extreme Heat
July 25, 2023 01:04 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBRetired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson spoke with Brea Barthel and Alisha Washington about extreme rain and extreme heat. Johnson said, "we actually broke the ALL time record with 10.06, and is our SIXTH wettest month ever. Our fifth wettest since August 2011 when we had 10.41 inches with Irene. We have a week to catch that mark, I am betting we will." He also spoke about a dangerous heat wave coming up and signs of heat stroke.
33 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act
July 25, 2023 01:00 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBThe Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990 by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA “prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities; this includes at jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public.” To mark this anniversary and to reflect on how far we have come, or not, we are now joined by Disability Rights Activist – and former Monday program co-host – Blaise Bryant.
Stockbridge-Munsee Youth: Gracie & Maddy
July 25, 2023 00:58 - 9 minutes - 8.7 MBGracie and Maddy are two of the Stockbridge-Munsee youth who traveled to their ancestral lands in the Capital Region of New York from their reservation in Wisconsin. They spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their experience visiting this area, how this journey has helped them to connect with family, and their hopes for the future. Gracie also spoke about being a Water Justice Lab fellow and testing the Hudson River waters. Thanks to Flying Deer Nature Center, Shawn Stevens, Wanonah, and...
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July 25, 2023 00:55 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with a reflection on the 33 years of the Americans With Disabilities Act by speaking with disability rights activist Blaise Bryant. Then, Brea Barthel talks with Ellie Von Wellsheim about severe anti-LGBTQ laws in Uganda, and a fundraiser on Tuesday to get 15 activists to a safe space. Later on, Willie Terry brings us another report on the Teamsters “Practice Picket” this past Sunday in case the United Parcel Service workers go on strike. Af...
Cornel West Livens Up Green Party Presidential Primary
July 24, 2023 21:04 - 9 minutes - 9.06 MBThe recent announcement that Dr. Cornel West will seek the Green Party nomination for President has generated a lot of media attention. And push back from Democratic Party leaders who argue that it will detract from the need to defeat Donald Trump. Peter LaVenia, co-chair of the Green Party of NYS, talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the Green's plans for 2024.
United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally (Part 3)
July 24, 2023 15:42 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBOn Sunday, July 16, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally in Latham at the corner of Route 7 and Wade Road. They were rallying in anticipation that they may not have a contract by August 1. In this labor segment, Willie spoke with several people in organizations supporting them in getting a fair contract—part 3.
Uganda's Anti-LGBTQ Laws
July 24, 2023 14:58 - 9 minutes - 8.44 MBHear about the harsh anti-LGBTQ+ laws recently passed in Uganda with punishments up to life imprisonment and death, and even jail sentences for those who help LGBTQ+ folks, or just don't report people for their status. Ellie VonWellsheim from the MoonCatcher Project outlines the laws and announces a fundraiser to help 15 activists escape Uganda. That event will be Tuesday, July 25th, 7-9 pm, in the Old Dutch Church at 272 Wall Street in Kingston, NY. To support the effort, visit http://www.m...
HMM 07 - 21 - 23
July 21, 2023 23:10 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Mark Dunlea’s report on the Birds and the Bees Protection Act. Then, Willie Terry brings us more coverage from the UPS/ Teamsters Practice Picketing. Later on, EP (Elizabeth Press) and Victoria Kereszi bring us coverage from a rally in support of the Burdett Birth Center. After that, Brea Barthel speaks with 518ElevatED about their work in preparing high school students for success in college. Finally, Moses Nagel interview’s Priya Ahme...
Groupmuse Has Musicians for Hire for Your Event
July 21, 2023 20:42 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBHMM correspondent Garrett McCarey speaks with Melanie Chirignan about the website groupmuse.com, where one can hire musicians to play at their event. For additional information go to GroupMuse.com or MelanieChirignan.org.
518Elevated Supports High School Students
July 21, 2023 19:04 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBHear how the organization 518ElevatED (formerly Sponsor-a-Scholar) offers support for "promising underserved young people" in high schools in Albany, Schenectady, and Troy to explore careers and prepare for success in college. Laura Marx, president and CEO, outlines how volunteer mentors work one-on-one with participants through 10th grade and beyond. The organization also assists participants with exploring potential colleges and applying for various types of financial aid. For details on j...
Groups Urge Governor To Sign The Bird And Bees Protection Act
July 21, 2023 16:17 - 9 minutes - 8.97 MBNeonics devastate the bees, birds, and other pollinators critical to New York’s food security, economy, and environment. Neonics also threaten New Yorkers’ health, especially that of children. The Birds and Bees Protection Act would address worsening neonic contamination by banning the harmful and unnecessary uses accounting for 80-90% of the neonics entering the states’ environment every year. Daniel Raichel of NRDC talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine as to whether Governor Hochul...
Preeya Duran Ahmed- Winner of the 2023 Tom Nattell Peace Poetry Prize
July 21, 2023 10:23 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBEvery year, Albany Poets presents the Tom Nattell Peace Poetry Prize to students from Albany High School. This year's winners were celebrated recently at the Poetry in the Park reading in Washington Park. Moses Nagel reports on one of the student-poets.
Preeya Duran Ahmed- Winner Of The 2023 Tom Nattell Peace Poetry Prize
July 21, 2023 10:23 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBEvery year, Albany Poets presents the Tom Nattell Peace Poetry Prize to students from Albany High School. This years' winners were celebrated recently at the Poetry in the Park reading in Washington Park. Moses Nagel reports on one of the student-poets.
HMM 07 - 20 - 2023
July 21, 2023 00:16 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, We begin with Mark Dunlea’s report on the South End of Troy meeting about quality of life issues and violence from the perspective of a local mom and resident. Then, for this week’s labor bucket, Willie Terry reports on the United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally in Latham Later on, for this week’s Triple E’s, H Bosh Jr interviews Dr. Paul Miller After that, we hear from Carter, a Stockbridge-Munsee youth who spent a ...
Keep Burdett Birth Center Open Rally July 6
July 20, 2023 19:47 - 10 minutes - 9.95 MBAnother rally was held on July 6th at the Empire State Plaza outside the State Department of Health to save the Burdett Birth Center in Troy. The rally was emceed by Jamie Crouse of the YWCA of the Greater Capital Region. The audio was recorded by Victoria Kereszi and edited by Elizabeth Press. In these excerpts from the rally, we will hear from Zanetta Graham, Tisha Graham, and Assemblymember John McDonald.
Stockbridge-Munsee Youth: Carter
July 20, 2023 18:06 - 9 minutes - 8.32 MBCarter is one of the Stockbridge-Munsee youth who traveled to their ancestral lands in the Capital Region of New York from their reservation in Wisconsin. He spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine about his experience visiting this area, stories that were passed down to him from his ancestors, and his hopes for the future. Thanks to Flying Deer Nature Center, Shawn Stevens, Wanonah, and Branda Miller for facilitating this visit.
Stockbridge-Munsee Youth: Leikan, Nautika, & Gavriell
July 20, 2023 18:04 - 8 minutes - 7.98 MBLeikan, Nautika, & Gavriell are three Stockbridge-Munsee youth who traveled to their ancestral lands in the Capital Region of New York from their reservation in Wisconsin. They spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine about their experience visiting this area, generational trauma, and their hopes for the future. *Trigger Warning, there are mentions of violence in this interview* Thanks to Flying Deer Nature Center, Shawn Stevens, Wanonah, and Branda Miller for facilitating this visit.
South Troy Residents Meet with City and Police Re Quality of Life Issues
July 20, 2023 16:48 - 9 minutes - 8.93 MBAt a meeting on July 11 with city and police office, residents of the Osgood neighborhood in South Troy voiced concern about quality of life issues and violence. Rosaly German, a local resident and mom, talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
South Troy Residents Meet With City And Police Re Quality Of Life Issues
July 20, 2023 16:48 - 9 minutes - 8.93 MBAt a meeting on July 11 with city and police office, residents of the Osgood neighborhood in South Troy voiced concern about quality of life issues and violence. Rosaly German, a local resident and mom, talks with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Healing Day at PHS Includes Grassroots Mind Body Energy
July 20, 2023 02:54 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBThis Saturday, July 22, 2023 People’s Health Sanctuary is hosting Healing Day, a way to connect with community members, healers, providers and anyone invested in building a robust network for communal health across the Capital District. One of the bodywork practitioners doing donation based healing is Justine from Grassroots Mind Body Energy Works. She spoke with Mark Dunlea and Sina Basila Hickey about the benefits of body work, what needs to change in the health care system, and what to exp...
HMM 07 - 19 - 23
July 20, 2023 02:51 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with an update on the Dunn Landfill for construction and demolition debris in Rensselaer. Then, for our Peace Bucket, John Amidon discusses various issues including an upcoming rally for Peace in Ukraine on July 22 in President Biden’s hometown. Later on, we hear about a local health clinic in Uganda co-started by an Albany woman. After that, we speak with Justine of Grassroots Mind Body Energy, one of the bodywork practitioners participatin...
United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally (Part 2)
July 19, 2023 21:44 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBOn Sunday, July 16, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally in Latham at the corner of Route 7 and Wade Road. They were rallying in anticipation that they may not have a contract by August 1. In this labor segment, Willie spoke with several organizations supporting them in getting a fair contract—part 2.
United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally (Part 1)
July 19, 2023 20:20 - 10 minutes - 9.36 MBOn Sunday, July 16, 2023, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered the United Parcel Service (UPS) Teamsters Practice Picketing Contract rally in Latham at the corner of Route 7 and Wade Road. They were rallying in anticipation that they may not have a contract by August 1st. In this labor segment, Willie spoke with Charles A. Greenfield, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 294, and several organizations supporting them in getting a fair contract—part 1.
John Amidon Discusses Climate, Militarism And Freedom Of The Press
July 19, 2023 17:53 - 9 minutes - 9 MBJohn Amidon will be attending a rally for peace in Ukraine on July 22 in Scranton PA, President Biden's hometown. He discusses climate and militarism, the need to oppose nuclear weapons, and why Julian Assange is critical to the issue of freedom of the press. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.
Ugandan Clinic Co-founded by Albany Woman
July 19, 2023 16:53 - 10 minutes - 9.86 MBHear about Engeye, a nonprofit that sponsors a health clinic in Ddegeya, Uganda, to provide services to 15,000-20,000 patients per year, including the only maternity clinic in a large rural area. Matt Liquori, VP for Communications, explains how the clinic was co-founded by an Albany woman from Albany Medical Center about 20 years ago, and continues a strong connection with volunteers in Albany. Amy Haven, VP for Scholars, shares how the organization has grown to suport 20 scholars from the a...
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July 18, 2023 23:26 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Sina Basila Hickey speaks with Friends of the Mahicantuk about 1011 2nd Ave getting a chance in front of the Planning Commission for a site plan review. Then, a haunted house mystery, an athlete biography, the politics of pharmaceutical development, and Yosemite; Brea Barthel brings us four summer book suggestions. Later on, Andrea Cunliffe gets the story on the Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company which will perform as part of the Troy Savings Bank Mu...
Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company at Barker Park
July 18, 2023 20:30 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBThe Troy Savings Bank Music Hall is thrilled to announce the return of the free outdoor concert series. Ellen Sinopoli of Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company (ESDC) is in conversation with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Andrea Cunliffe about the "Undercover Playground" series bringing creative movement into the city's parks this summer and encouraging kids to think a little more creatively about the playgrounds they visit! Barker Park Kid’s series shows are at 11am on Thursdays during July and August. B...
DEC Hearing On Dunn Landfill In Rensselaer Aug 8
July 18, 2023 19:34 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBDEC will hold two public hearings on the controversial Dunn construction and demolition debris landfill on Tuesday August 8. The hearings will be at 2 and 6 P in the Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School auditorium. The existing permit has expired. The landfill has drawn widespread criticism from elected officials and local residents over odor, noise, truck traffic and its location next to a school. Bob Welton of the Rensselaer Environmental Coalition talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk M...
1011 2nd Ave Gets in Front of Planning Commission
July 18, 2023 18:49 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBOn Wed, July 19, 1011 2nd Ave (the last undeveloped waterfront properties in Troy) is going to be on the agenda for the Planning Commission for a site plan review. Activists trying to protect this land from development are hopeful about this next step. Jess Bennett of Friends of the Mahicantuk spoke with Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Learn more by following @friendsofthemahicantuck on facebook and instagram
Waterfall Unity Fest to Benefit Language School
July 18, 2023 17:45 - 21 minutes - 20 MBLast summer, Waterfall Unity Alliance hosted their first annual Waterfall Unity Concert which raised enough funds to purchase the what is now Iotsi’tsisons (Skywoman’s) Forever Farm. This year's celebration takes place from July 28th-30th to honor the Kanien’kehá:ka rematriation and return to ancestral homelands. Proceeds go directly toward their language immersion earth school and programs. Members of Waterfall Unity Alliance (Kawenniiosta Jock, Liv Watyana’li:yo Bigtree, Sandra Owén:nakon D...
College Fair for Adult Learners
July 18, 2023 17:40 - 9 minutes - 8.81 MBTRIO EOC is holding a College Fair for Adult Learners on Wednesday, July 19 from 4 – 7 PM at the Capital South Campus Center at 20 Warren Street in Albany. Shanise Kent spoke with Brea Barthel and Alisha Washington about the upcoming event, what participants need to prepare, and possibilities for student support. Register at bit.ly/TRIOEOCFair
Weather: I've Seen Fire and I've Seen Rain
July 18, 2023 15:00 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MBAfter a week of heavy rain, tornado warnings, and now another round of smoke, retired National Weather Service meteorologist Hugh Johnson spoke with Brea Barthel and Alisha Washington about about what's going on weather wise. Johnson said that the July rainfall is "officially, 7.10 inches. ...this July is ALREADY our tenth wettest ON RECORD, and it is only a little more than half over."
HMM 07 - 17 - 23
July 18, 2023 01:40 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: To start, Moses Nagel brings us a report recorded on-site at a “practice picket” by the Teamsters Union for the possible strike by UPS workers. Then Shanise Kent from UAlbany’s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center joins us to talk about an upcoming college fair for adult learners. Later on, Dulcinia Diggs shares part 2 of her interview with software engineer Casey Gerena, looking in part at jobs in the STEAM fields. After that, Sina Basila Hickey share...
Soil Fest Engages All the Senses
July 18, 2023 00:53 - 10 minutes - 9.71 MBAs part of Upstate Art Weekend, White Feather Farm in Saugerties, NY will hold its second annual Soil Fest with live performances, workshops and food intersecting art, science and ecology. Brooke Singer, the festival organizer, spoke with Sina Basila Hickey for Hudson Mohawk Magazine. Learn more at https://www.whitefeatherfarm.org/soil-fest
West Hill Concert Series
July 17, 2023 18:23 - 9 minutes - 9.15 MBMoses Nagel reports on a the West Hill concer series, a series of classical performers from Latin America and the Caribbean being presented in Albany July 20, 21 & 22.
UPS Practice Picket in Latham
July 17, 2023 18:01 - 9 minutes - 8.97 MBAs the possibility of a strike by UPS workers approaches, the Teamsters, who represent the UPS workers called for a practice picket in Latham on Sunday. Moses Nagel was there to report.
The West Hill Concert Series: Music is the Balm!
July 15, 2023 00:42 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBLatinx music comes in all shapes and sounds, including classical music. Capital District Latinos presents The West Hill Concert Series, a contemporary and classical music concert series featuring performances by artists of color, performing compositions by composers of color, to uplift members of the community through the beauty of music which reflects their experiences. Taking place July 20-22. Dr. José E. Cruz, musician, professor, and President of Jazz/Latino Inc., spoke with Gabe Cruz-All...
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July 15, 2023 00:31 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBToday, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: We begin with Elizabeth EP Press’s report about Troy City Council deciding to investigate Harbour Point Gardens Apartments. Then, Anna Steltenkamp discusses media and representation with environmental justice organizer Bryan Parras. Later on, Brea Barthel shares summer book suggestions for young people from the Troy Public Library. After that, we talk Latinx music and an upcoming classical music series with Dr. Jose Cruz. Finally, Andrea Cunliffe ...
Moonlight Mystery Reading by Creative License Theatre Collective
July 14, 2023 20:44 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBCreative License Theatre Company continues to present theater in new and interesting ways. On Friday, July 21st, they will present a staged reading of a play in their "Moonlight Mystery Readings" series at the Cohoes Musical Hall; the title of that play is, for the moment, being kept under wraps. Creative License Theatre Collective co-founder Casey Polomaine spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's arts correspondent Andrea Cunliffe. For further information: www.creativelicenseonline.com
Troy Library Adult Books July 2023
July 14, 2023 19:38 - 10 minutes - 9.16 MBHear about four books recommended for summer reading: "The Ghost in You" (Brubaker & Phillips, 2022), a haunted-house mystery that's #4 in the "Reckless" series of graphic novels set in 1970's Los Angeles; "The All-American: A Novel" (Joe Milan Jr., 2023) about the challenges faced by an athlete raised in America but then sent back to his native South Korea; "Guardians of the Valley: John Muir and the Friendship that Saved Yosemite" (Dean King, 2023), non-fiction; and "For Blood and Money: Bi...
Summer 2023 Books for Young People
July 14, 2023 17:45 - 9 minutes - 8.68 MBWhat do Mother Goose parodies, the silence of some people with autism, an unexpected big inheritance with strings attached, and a girl with superfighting powers have in common? These are all books recommended for summer reading by Carol Roberts, Young People's Services librarian at Troy Public library. Carol also mentions some of the many activities coming up, such as papermaking, meeting live lizards, and more. Books discussed: "The Real Dada Mother Goose: A Treasury of Complete Nonsense" (...