10 episódios
Sheltering in Petaluma audio ephemera
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- Sociedade e cultura
We, as a community, are in the midst of an unprecedented global crisis. Our lives have been turned upside down in ways that we never imagined, and yet there is a palpable vibration of extreme connectedness that is surfacing as a result. Not unlike the rolling hills that surround our town, our emotions are rising and falling hourly as we navigate our daily lives in ways that we did not before. But, the fear that accompanies the unknown has also brought anticipation of the good that will meet us on the other side. Recent years have brought about a crescendo of conversation about being connected. Now, in the midst of isolation, we are recognizing what that truly means. Being forced to separate has given space to empathy and with that an awareness of each other and how our very own presence impacts each other's lives. This is a perfect recipe for understanding how to not just talk about connectedness but actually get connected. In ways like no other, Petaluma has come together to get creative in isolation while supporting each other out in the community. This project hopes to amplify the sheltered experiences of our local community during this time, allowing us to look back and remember that, while each of us navigated it differently, we all were in it together. In this audio exhibition, and in their own voices, participants tell the stories of their lives and how they are reacting to the mandatory shelter orders set in place during the crisis. Each episode is a curated and short selection of those stories. Listen to the daily thoughts, stories, sounds, and hopes of our Petaluma community.
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Stay Home
We all spend a lot of time at home - but during the shelter in place, most
of us have been spending ALL of our time at home. In this episode, we hear
from several Petalumans on how things have been going as they spend most of
their time at home. -
Outside
In Petaluma, being outside is a big part of life. This episode explores how people are getting outside after being mostly inside for two months. Several Petalumans have sent in Voice Memos about how they manage to enjoy the outside while still being socially distant.
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Alone
Many households in Petaluma are dealing with having everyone at home all the time. For some Petalumans who live alone, the adjustment has been different. While the isolation at home feels familiar - the lack of connection with others can be a challenge.
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Education
This year, students didn't come back from Spring Break. They finished their semester via distance learning. In this episode, we hear how the changes to education impacted families, teachers, and students.
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Protest
Despite public health concerns about large groups, over 200 Petaluma youth organized a protest march against racial injustice and police brutality. In this episode, we hear from one of the organizers and another attendee about why they organized during the shelter in place order.
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Opening
After three months of being under the Sonoma County Shelter in Place order, more businesses are starting to open up. That is a big change, but one with its own challenges. In this episode, we hear from one business owner who is preparing to welcome back her clients and another Petaluman who has been working the entire time.