Let's Get Local

Jason Hafeman
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Every Saturday at 11:00, join Jason Hafeman for Let’s Get Local! Jason dives in to what local businesses and organizations are doing that make our community unique. Hear from business owners, non-profit directors, and community leaders about the importance of our local economy.

  1. 06/24/2023

    Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network & Horticultural Therapy Symposium

    During the first half of this week’s show, Harry Pulliam of Sustain Rural Wisconsin Network talks with Jason about the trends in rural agriculture and the importance of farming in our state. Mark Dwyer, horticulture expert and Healing Garden Manager at Edgerton Hospital, discusses the impact of gardening to help people’s health and wellbeing. Mark also highlights an opportunity for anyone to learn from experts at the upcoming Horticultural Therapy Symposium on August 9th in Edgerton. Guests: Harry Pulliam, Mark Dwyer

  2. 06/10/2023

    Audio for the Arts, Backyard Transformation, & Madison Reading Project's Read(y) to Wear event

    Jason sits down with Buzz Kemper of Audio for the Arts to talk about his journey and the AFTA Team. Then Kayla Sipple with South Central Landscapes discusses outdoor spaces, retaining walls and outdoor kitchens. We finish with a visit from Rowan Childs, founder and executive director of Madison Reading Project, to highlight their Read(y) to Wear paper fashion show fundraiser on June 14th. Guests: Buzz Kemper, Kayla Sipple, Rowan Childs

  3. 06/03/2023

    Scentsation Garden Party, Shop Local Tour (Pride Month) & South Central Landscapes

    Have you heard of Scentsation? Ann Heiden, Executive Director of Edgerton Hospital Foundation talks about this 2nd Annual Garden Party fundraiser. We stay on events as Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local discusses the June Shop Local Tour, themed for Pride Month. During the 2nd half of the show, think about your own backyard with Kayla Sipple of South Central Landscapes and finally, Jason recognizes Delta Beer Lab and gives some thoughts on important things highlighted in June. Guests: Ann Heiden, Colin Murray, Kayla Sipple

  4. 05/27/2023

    The Stories and Impact of WWBIC

    Do you know WWBIC? This innovative statewide economic development organization has been helping Wisconsin citizens realize their dreams of owning their own business, since 1987. Alice Pauser, of WWBIC, joins with 3 business creators – Mark Espanol (The Boss and Spade Entertainment), Courtney Willegal (The Keep Calm Sensory Zone), and Erica Hainz (Fiddlesticks Knits) to talk about their vision, passion and purpose. Each of these business owners share their unique story on this special WWBIC edition of Let’s Get Local. Guests: Alice Pauser, Courtney Willegal, Erica Hainz, Mark Espanol

  5. 05/20/2023

    White Jasmine, Interpreters Coop, Shop Local Tour-Black Owned Businesses, & Hart Beat Boutique

    This week on LGL, Jason talks cheeses and spices with Huma of White Jasmine, learns about the Interpreters Coop, from Steve Herrick during the first half of the show. Then the Shop Local Tour takes center stage — Colin Murray of Dane Buy Local and Donna Hart-Tervalon (owner of Hart Beat Boutique), fill us in on the next shop local tour (featuring black owned businesses) and the BOGO special for this tour on May 24th. Guests: Colin Murray, Donna Hart-Tervalon, Huma Siddiqui-Seitz, Steve Herrick

  6. 05/13/2023

    Edgerton Hospital and Health Services & St. Vincent De Paul Madison

    On this week’s LGL, Jason talks with CEO, Marc Augsburger, about all of the good things happening just south of Madison, at Edgerton Hospital and Health Services. Expanded specialty services, a new clinic in downtown Edgerton with 3 Mental Health providers, and the hospital’s 100 anniversary are just some of the topics! In the 2nd half of the show we learn more about the complete breath of services provided at St. Vincent De Paul of Madison — there’s a whole lot more than the thrift stores many of us associate with SVDP Madison! They also have an event on May 24th (7:30-8:30am) you should attend to connect and learn more! Guests: Eric Fleming, Marc Augsburger

  7. 04/29/2023

    Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin, Kylee's Gift Cottage, and Local Events

    Jason’s back to turn the spotlight on local events and organizations! Colin Murray, Executive Director of Dane Buy Local, & Co-owner of Kylee’s Gift Cottage, updates us on upcoming events and opportunites to engage with local businesses. Colin also shares a bit about his dog (Kylee) and the buisness he and his partner named after her. In the second half of the show, Maria Novotny and Dr. Bala Bhagavath share about the work of Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin, and its mission to make legislative change for Wisconsinites struggling with infertility. Many other states have insurance coverage for infertility services, but Wisconsin is behind. This past week was National Infertility Awareness Week and Building Families Alliance of Wisconsin was active — visit buildingfamilieswi.org to learn more. Guests: Colin Murray, Dr. Bala Bhagavath, Maria Novotny

  8. 04/15/2023

    Local Events and Initiatives, Nonprofit Fundraising, & Dispelling Myths about Participating in Martial Arts

    Jason gives some love to Chef Oscar Villareal (owner/founder of Migrants restaurant), gives some insight from a nonprofit fundraiser’s perspective, and highlights some upcoming events with Dane Buy Local and at Garver Feed Mill. 2nd half of the show members of the Forward Thai Boxing team join him to dispell some of the myths about martial arts and women participating in martial arts. Guests: Abbe Braun, Daniel Watson, Marisa Haack

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Every Saturday at 11:00, join Jason Hafeman for Let’s Get Local! Jason dives in to what local businesses and organizations are doing that make our community unique. Hear from business owners, non-profit directors, and community leaders about the importance of our local economy.

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  • Creator
    Jason Hafeman
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022 Civic Media
  • Show Website
    Let's Get Local