C.C. Cultural And Heritage Commission Episodes

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Meg is joined by the Beacon's favorite intern/student producer, Ra'Shaun Chandler. He and Meg visit the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, in Millville, for a tour and conversation with Diane Rogers, the Executive Director. The RRCA is a beacon in support of local artists and community engagement through various art programs and exhibits.

In this segment, Tom Ritter discusses the planning and research process for a media project centered around the RRCA. This is the second phase in a project with a local student named Ra'shaun.

The Bridgeton Beacon, with partial funding from the Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission is teaching media production to local youth.

In this conversation, Taral Thompson, Marketing Manager for Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, discusses the history, offerings, and upcoming events at WheatonArts.

Adaria Armstrong, the Director of Youth Services at the Bridgeton Free Public Library, discusses the challenges and successes of the library. She talks about the closure of the library due to COVID-19 and the impact it had on programs and attendance.

Welcome to the Bridgeton Beacon. Today we're delighted to join Sharon Kiefer, the curator and director of Gallery 50, in Bridgeton. 🌿

Most people don't know that Cumberland County was twice named as one of the best places to live in New Jersey by Money Magazine. Because of its affordable lifestyle, low cost of home ownership, and ease of commuting distance to world-class entertainment, as well as its excellent art, cultural, historical, and recreation events.