Episode 55: Growing Opportunities

01/19/20 • 44 min

Collaboration, cooperation and innovation. Probably things our world could use more of and that's why we love this guest so much! Growing Opportunities collaborates with local businesses, cooperates with other non profits and is constantly working on innovative ways to hydroponically grow fresh produce year around. In a parking lot off East 10th Street. There's a double story here of fresh greens, grown in controlled and chemical free environment where only gloved hands touch the plant from seed to consumer. But there's also a story of jobs training for clients who want to work and confidence building along the way. Tons of greens being grown in a tiny footprint with a fraction of the soil, water and resources typically needed? Or building up a enthusiastic, skilled and reliable population of workers that are sorely needed in our area? Which is the bigger story? Trick question. They both are! Listen to our conversation with Errin Logsdon, Program Manager of Growing Opportunities and be inspired!
We also throwback to At Home in Bloomington Episode 18, Goldleaf Hydroponics. They are a huge supporter of Growing Opportunities. Congratulations to them on their new location, too! And in our REAL-List segment, we give you a realistic preview of what life is like as a Realtor, for those aspiring to the profession.
Links:
http://www.insccap.org/pages/growingopportunities
https://www.facebook.com/SCCAPGrowingOpportunities/?ref=br_rs
https://goldleafhydroponics.com/
Throwback to At Home in Bloomington episode 18 with Goldleaf Hydroponics:
Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/episode-18-goldleaf-hydroponics Or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aprAKhxCZ6A
REAL Real Estate Today Episode #79 : https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-79 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyxcK4eF5oo

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Episode 54: Historic Tivoli Theatre

We did the math. It's not that far. Think about it this way, if you lived in Greenwood (Indiana), you'd probably not hesitate to drive to downtown Indianapolis to do something, right? This is the same distance. What are we talking about? Driving to Spencer, Indiana (just west of Bloomington a few miles) to check out one of their special places (and save money, too!). Spencer is home to the Historic Tivoli Theatre and in this episode of At Home in Bloomington, we talk with Andrea and Rob White (and baby Charlotte) and Jane Rubeck, all integral members of the Tivoli community, helping keep the history alive while creating a community gathering place featuring theater, music and $5 first run movies. $5? Really! And only $3 for a soda and popcorn! (and free movies on Thursday nights). And so much more! Not to mention a great restoration story full of bird infestations, massive foundation replacement, maybe some ghosts and replicating the stars in the sky in 1928 Check it out!
While you are thinking about Owen County, tune into our throwback episode, #45 with Uplands PEAK Sanctuary. We talk about all the important work the Sanctuary is doing and also touch on quite a bit of Owen County history! And in our REAL-List segment, we help you understand how to be a home buyer and seller at the same time. If you are thinking of transitioning to a new home, this one is for you.
Show Links:
https://spencertivoli.org/
https://www.facebook.com/spencertivoli/
https://www.instagram.com/historic_tivoli_theatre/
REAL Real Estate Today Episode #63 : https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-63 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRXDaJvlj_w
Throwback to At Home in Bloomington episode 45 with Uplands Peak Sanctuary: Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/episode-45-uplands-peak-sanctuary Or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/2j5yV_FbPVc

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Episode 56: Monroe County History Club

History isn't so much about remembering "the Good Old days." If you really study and contemplate, you'll often gain a greater appreciation for today! (Never a bad thing to increase our gratitude, I think!) One of the best (and FREE) ways to connect with our local history is through the Monroe County History Club. On this episode of At Home in Bloomington, we talk with Michael Carter about the origins of the club, what's involved to be a member (nothing but showing up and maybe eating lunch!), how you can catch up on presentations you've missed and what the future holds for remembering the past.
We also throwback to At Home in Bloomington Episode 33, the Monroe County History Center. The opportunities with the History Center often go hand in hand with the History Club, though they are two separate entities. But like many groups and organizations in Bloomington, they see the value in collaborating and supporting each other. And in our REAL-List segment, we give you a high level overview of how a lender comes up with how much house you can afford. No calculators needed!
Links:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1377794102445417/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdB4ymBNob-K4WQmR_7pxUw
Throwback to At Home in Bloomington episode 33 with Monroe County History Center:
Listen Here: https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/episode-33-monroe-county-history-center Or on Youtube: https://youtu.be/4daVTDNep3A
REAL Real Estate Today Episode #83 : https://www.spreaker.com/user/10700760/real-real-estate-today-episode-83 or on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fsm5ygN2YTg