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Reminders
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If you would like to become a member of Portsmouth Community Radio or perhaps renew your membership, you can easily do so online here.
Underwriters are very important to Portsmouth Community Radio. If you own a business or know someone who does, and you think there is interest in becoming an underwriter, please contact underwrite@wscafm.org.
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Thank You to Our Underwriters and Supporters
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Portsmouth Community Radio's Board of Trustees | |
Ann Bailey
Bob Halperin
Shawn Henderson
Rick Pickford
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Contact Us
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909 Islington Street
Suite 1
Portsmouth, NH 03802
603-430-9722
tidings@wscafm.org
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August 21, 2014
So many things begin anew as we start to transition from summertime to fall. When it is September around Portsmouth Community Radio, it is birthday time! As we come into our tenth year of awesome programming with fantastic volunteers--hosting and behind-the-scenes--and a community that embraces WSCA, you can be sure we'll be celebrating. One way you can catch some of the anniversary fun is by tuning in to a special True Tales Radio on September 9, featuring many storytellers sharing short snippets relating to experiences at the station over the past ten years. Some "yikes" moments, for certain. What else is ten years old in your life? Is it passing by quickly or slowly? Check out all the offerings below. Some noteworthy programming changes can be found.
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Special Programming, August 22, 6:00 p.m. Hypnotic!
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On Friday, August 22, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Portsmouth Community Radio will air a special show featuring Chuck Curtis, host of The Laugh Factory, interviewing local hypnotist Sherry Ricard.  | | Sherry Ricard |
Sherry Ricard is also a local actress and comedian and will surely touch on those topics as well.
The interview will primarily focus on hypnotherapy, and thus will be a serious discussion, covering common questions received, as well as fears and doubts that may exist.
Chuck can also be heard on his weekly show, The Laugh Factory, on Sundays from noon to 1:00 p.m.
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| True Tales Radio - August 26, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. |
John Lovering's August 26 True Tales Radio program's theme is "School Stories." There are six storytellers ready to share their recollections of events that took place during their school years.
 If you'd like to be part of our in-studio audience, 35 free seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Audience members are requested to arrive no later than 6:20 p.m., as the storytelling begins at 6:30.
For more information about being a storyteller for True Tales Radio, please call 603-842-4574 or email truetales@wscafm.org at least two weeks before the show date.
Upcoming themes:
September 30: Falling--Things that happen in the fall. Falling down, falling over someone or something, falling for a joke or scam
Oct. 28: The masks we wear--scaring and being scared
Nov. 25: Gratitude
Dec. 30: Endings
Any business, non-profit or individual interested in supporting True Tales Radio should write to underwrite@wscafm.org.
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Celebrating WSCAs Anniversary in True Tales Radio Style, September 9 at 6:00 pm.
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Portsmouth Community Radio went on the air for the first time at 7:00 p.m. on September 12, 2004. This September 9, we will celebrate our 10th anniversary with a special True Tales Radio Show from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sixteen present and former DJs, Show Hosts, Trustees, Engineers, and other Volunteers will share stories about the history of WSCA-LP, from the origin of the station through the construction and daily operation of the seacoast region's first Low Power FM station. Tune in and hear true stories from the people who experienced them ... favorite shows, most embarrassing moments, special guests, bloopers, moments of pride for what we have accomplished in the past 10 years, with special thanks to our underwriters, members, and volunteers.  We will also hear some memorable and emotional stories of station members who dedicated so much to the station, but sadly are no longer here to continue their work. It will be two hours of storytelling about Portsmouth Community Radio. Announcer Amy Antonucci and Emcee Pat Spalding will be our hosts. The show is produced by John Lovering, host of Audio Theatre. Please join us for an evening of live, on-air celebration and memories of Portsmouth Community Radio's last 10 years as your community radio station. That is Tuesday, September 9, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Listen locally at 106.1 FM, streaming live online at wscafm.org, or on mobile devices using the Tune In app. |
| Under the Radar - Mondays, 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. |
Under the Radar announces a slight change to their on-air crew. The
team of "Mr. Jean" of The Eclectic Mix, and Steve, of Big Band Mondays are happy to welcome on board "Mr. Rick Dirck," head of WSCAs programming committee. They expect some really big things from Rick as he fits into the show's rotation, beginning Monday, September 8, at 8:00 p.m.
Rick will focus on local and up-and-coming bands, soloists, vocalists and musicians who would not normally be heard on those run-of-the-mill-corporate radio stations.
The team is sorry to note that the "Open Road" segment with "Mr. Frank" is stepping back from Under the Radar at this time.
The schedule is as follows:
First Monday of each month: Big Band Mondays
Second through Fourth Mondays: "Mr. Jean" aka "RJ" with his "Eclectic Mix" and then Rick D. with his "Up and Comers" segment.
The Under the Radar crew is always open to any and all suggestions, within reason. Just let them know at wscautr@yahoo.com.
The new Monday format is each week from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. on your premier seacoast station, WSCA 106.1 FM, located in Portsmouth's beautiful West End.
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By Steve Diamond, WSCA Systems Administrator
Several notable steps forward occurred recently at WSCA. A thorough cleanup of the kitchen area now gives us more room to move and work. It also enabled completion of the "rack move" project, so that now, essentially all of the station's Information Technology infrastructure is stored in a more manageable and contained fashion in the back hallway. That required a late night with some time off the air, plus the extraordinary soldering skills of Mark S., but enabled us to shorten up and better organize some wiring. This helps avoid getting radio interference from other stations, which has happened before.
With the rack move completed, it also means there's a lot more usable space in CR-A, and less potential background noise (from computers or the EAS system). It also means that when I, or another engineer, need to work on something, we're less likely to disrupt the show that's airing. I've also recently corrected the stereo balance and volume levels of the archives and streams.
Upcoming anticipated efforts include: replacing at least one of the CR-A CD decks, tracking down the source of a very occasional internet connectivity issue and restoring my ability to power-cycle the most critical equipment remotely.
As always, please do let me know when or if you discover something not working correctly.
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What's Coming up in September?
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Seacoast Currents, Thursdays, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., hosted by Kathy Somssich and Larry Drake. Upcoming guests include:
August 21: Michael Johnston of the NH Arts Association will review the arts scene in the Granite State, and State Representative Jackie Cali-Pitts will discuss her work in the legislature and her re-election campaign.
August 28: Retired teacher and former State Representative Robin McLane of Portsmouth will talk about why she is running for Executive Council, and Portsmouth Assistant Mayor Jim Splaine will look at the latest goings on with the City Council.
September 4: Award winning actor and director Dan Beaulieu will discuss his experience presenting the works of Shakespeare to students, and State Representative Elaine Ahearn of Hampton Falls will give us the latest on efforts to pass gun safety legislation.September 11: Portsmouth Democrat Debbie DiFranco will talk about her campaign for State Representative, and local blogger William Tucker (miscellanyblue.com) will update us on the latest in NH politics. September 18: Local attorney Becky McBeath will discuss her candidacy for State Representative. ------------------------------------------------Ongoing programming you don't want to miss ...
Women Plus, hosted by JoAnn
Saturdays, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Music and more by women.
The Groove with Daryl, Saturdays, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Soul, disco and dance.
Shady Grove, Wednesdays, 10:00 p.m.to midnight, hosted by Kevin.
Old-time, acoustic blues, early country, bluegrass, and traditional folk music.
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Scurvy Dog Radio, Saturdays, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
A mix of local, indie and alternative music. 
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The News, Fridays at 8:00 a.m., hosted by Charlie Griffin.
You'll hear the most current local news of the day.
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Writers In The Round - Songwriters and Poets
Moving to Mondays, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Starting in September, check out the new day and time. Shows will be back to weekly, as well!
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| Always Accepting Donations and Contributions |
Portsmouth Community Radio greatly appreciates the support of our community. There are various ways to express such support.
Monetary contributions, underwriting, in-kind donations, volunteering and sponsorships are welcome at any time.
If you have questions about a way in which you'd like to support our efforts, please contact us at 603.430.9722. Or just email tidings@wscafm.org and we'll be sure to have someone get back to you!
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A Little Volunteering Goes a Long Way
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What are your interests? How might your skills fit in? Not sure? We can help you to figure it out!
Consider the ways in which you might help support the work of Portsmouth Community Radio, while making new friends along the way.
We welcome you to contact us to find out more. Applications, resumes and inquiries may be sent via email to: volunteer@wscafm.org
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Call 603-430-9722 and become a member or renew your membership. Visit our website and make a donation! And be sure to have your radio tuned to 106.1 FM.
Take a look at the videos on our website to learn why Portsmouth Community Radio is your community connection.
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