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Animation Arrives in Syracuse

Published - March 7, 2022

The region’s public broadcasting station WCNY and Five Peaks Animation, creator of children’s animation, have partnered to help develop the animation industry in Central New York including working in collaboration with the Central New York STEAM High School. The organizations are working together to produce several educational television series that will be produced locally and will provide skills training and jobs to aspiring and accomplished animators in the region. The series will promote reading and classic literature, teach zoology, oceanography, and wildlife conservation with the goal to distribute the animated shows on WCNY and make them available to other participating

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WCNY’s Ivory Tower to Air its 1000th Episode

Published - October 22, 2021

“Ivory Tower” is a weekly round-table discussion that focuses on news and events from the perspective of academicians from across Central New York. The show is hosted by David Chanantry, Professor of Journalism, Utica College and Director of the New York Reporting Project. WCNY will air the 1000th episode of Ivory Tower Friday, Oct 8 at 8 pm. “Ivory Tower” began in 2002 under the idea of bringing a show to CNY that would bring a debate-style model and discussion between academics on current events and important topics. Ivory Tower has brought together academics from colleges across CNY, ranging from

WCNY hosts a virtual screening and discussion, How the Erie Canal Helped Shape America

Published - August 24, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, is proud to present the documentary Floating Ideas: How the Erie Canal Helped Shape America, in partnership with The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor August 26 from 7 pm – 8:30 pm virtually via Zoom. The documentary shows the previous and current legacy of New York’s canals in important social justice movements throughout the years. It focuses on the women’s rights movement and the Erie Canalway, marking its almost 200-year creation date. The documentary program presentation falls on the 201st Anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment in the United States

WCNY to host Sandra Day O’Connor Virtual event with Syracuse Chancellor Kent Syverud

Published - August 23, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, in partnership with Upstate Oasis, presents the PBS American Experience documentary, “Sandra Day O’Connor: The First,” live virtual screening and discussion event, Thursday, Sept. 9 at 4:30 p.m. on Zoom, sponsored by Geddes Federal. Sandra Day O’Connor’s appointment to the Supreme Court as the first woman nominated and confirmed justice helped shape the decisions made by the Court affecting civil rights, environmental protection, personal privacy, voting rights, protection against discrimination, and more! Syracuse Chancellor Kent Syverud will be a featured speaker presenting information about O’Connor, who he holds as his

WCNY to Premiere Floating Ideas: How the Erie Canal Helped Shape America

Published - June 16, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, is pleased to announce the premiere of “Floating Ideas: How the Erie Canal Helped Shape America” on WCNY-TV on June 29 at 9 pm. The half-hour documentary airs again on WCNY-TV on July 4 at 1 pm. “Floating Ideas: How the Erie Canal Helped Shape America” examines the spread of ideas along the Erie Canal, with an emphasis on women’s rights, suffrage, and the quest for social justice. The documentary was produced for the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor with funding support from the National Park Foundation, the National Park Service, and

WCNY to host Syracuse Mayoral Primary Candidates Conversation June 15

Published - June 14, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, will present a LIVE conversation with Syracuse mayoral primary candidates Thomas Babilon (R), Khalid Bey (D), Janet Burman (R), and Michael Greene (D), beginning at 8 p.m. on WCNY-TV and live streaming at wcny.org on Tuesday, June 15. The conversation will be hosted by Syracuse.com and Post-Standard reporter Chris Baker and WCNY’s “The Capitol Pressroom” host David Lombardo. For viewing information, visit wcny.org/wheretowatch. Members of the media interested in covering the event at WCNY’s TV Studio located at 415 W. Fayette St. in Syracuse should contact rubin.wright@wcny.org by June 14 at 5

WCNY to Host Skills Enrichment Program Press Conference June 9

Published - June 14, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned public broadcaster, will host a press conference to launch its Skills Encirchment Program at 2:00 p.m. on June 9. WCNY created the program to help children in grades PreK – 5th develop their math, reading, and social/emotional skills heading into the new school year. On June 9, WCNY’s President and CEO, Mitch Gelman, will be joined by LaFayette Central School District Superintendent, Jeremy Belfield, and Chittenango Central School District Superintendent, Michael Eiffe. All three will be joined by our partners for the program, the Musem of Science & Technology (MOST), the Reading League, and the

Special Edition Great Getaways TravelAuc premieres

Published - April 29, 2021

Special Edition Great Getaways TravelAuc premieres April 30, May 1 WCNY presents its first special edition Great Getaways TravelAuc from 7 to 9 p.m. April 30 and May 1 on WCNY-TV and streaming online at wcny.org. There are more than 100 trips available, featuring everything from daycation destinations to overnight stays in New York state, family-friendly entertainment venues, wine tasting tours, spa getaways, and so much more. Bidding starts at 60% off of each trip’s value. For viewing information, visit wcny.org/wheretowatch. To browse the inventory, visit wcny.org/greatgetaways. The Great Getaways Travel Auction airs across WCNY’s television coverage area in the

Ticket sales extended to May 7

Published - April 26, 2021

Ticket sales extended to May 7 to attend WCNY’s VIRTUAL Taste of Fame with Chef Lidia Bastianich May 21 WCNY, Central New York’s flagship public broadcaster, is partnering with Chef Lidia Bastianich for its live virtual Taste of Fame culinary fundraiser on May 21. The award-winning celebrity chef, author, and host of “Lidia’s Kitchen” (APT, WGBH) will host a cooking lesson live on Zoom. Thirty-two local PBS stations are participating in the event. Tickets are on sale at www.wcny.org/tasteoffame through May 7. “We are very excited Chef Lidia Bastianich will host this year’s virtual Taste of Fame virtual event for

WCNY announces appointment of John McBride

Published - April 22, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster is pleased to announce the appointment of John McBride as manager of underwriting and corporate sponsorship. Prior to joining WCNY, McBride held positions in municipal and corporate banking with Berkshire Bank and J.P. Morgan Chase, and in top development roles at the State University of New York at Morrisville and St. Camillus Health and Rehabilitation Center. McBride also helped write and produce WCNY’s “Financial Fitness,” a weekly television program on which he was an occasional guest host. “WCNY is thrilled to welcome John McBride to the station. He has a long history

WCNY celebrates local businesses across Central New York with new Impact Giveback Program

Published - April 12, 2021

WCNY celebrates local businesses across Central New York with new Impact Giveback Program; promoting business resilience, recovery, revival WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, is pleased to launch its Impact Giveback Program, celebrating local businesses across Central New York that have shown resilience while surviving the COVID-19 pandemic—and are preparing to come back strong. In partnership with Ithaca College, WCNY invites businesses across the region to apply to the program, which will provide $800,000 in video production, digital marketing, WCNY TV and radio underwriting, print advertising, and more to support business efforts to revive and thrive in a

WCNY announces staff appointments, promotions

Published - March 31, 2021

WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster announces the following appointments and promotions: Appointments Lauren Easton, of Syracuse, N.Y., was appointed events specialist. She brings five years of experience to WCNY. Prior to joining WCNY, Easton served as the banquet sales manager at Pascale Companies. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication and Rhetorical Studies from Syracuse University. Clara Choi, of Manlius, N.Y., was appointed multimedia graphic designer and communications coordinator. She brings nine years of experience to WCNY. Prior to joining WCNY, Choi was Visiting Professor, at the State University of New York-ESF. She earned a bachelor’s degree

WCNY to premiere ‘American Masters–Oliver Sacks: His Own Life’

Published - March 26, 2021

WCNY to premiere ‘American Masters–Oliver Sacks: His Own Life’ April 9; two preview screenings available to the public WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, will premiere “American Masters¬–Oliver Sacks: His Own Life” April 9 at 9:30 p.m. on WCNY-TV. The program explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only decades after the fact. For viewing information, visit wcny.org/wheretowatch. In celebration of the premiere, WCNY has created video interstitials at wcny.org/oliversacks. Dr. Jenny Meyer, Neurologist

Black Health and WCNY to present Black Health Town Hall Show

Published - March 19, 2021

Black Health and WCNY to present Black Health Town Hall COVID-19 vaccine television show March 21, 23, 26, and 29 WCNY, Central New York’s community-owned flagship public broadcaster, in partnership with Black Health will present a 30-minute Black Health Vaccine Town Hall TV show on its WCNY-TV and Global Connect channels March 21, 23, 26, and 29. The show is sponsored by Excellus. The show features highlights from the March 3 Black Health Virtual Event which provided information about the COVID-19. The Town Hall also aims to dispel myths and misconceptions about the COVID vaccine. The “Ask the Doctors” segment

Chef Lidia Bastianich to headline WCNY’s

Published - March 16, 2021

Chef Lidia Bastianich to headline WCNY’s Taste of Fame live virtual Zoom event May 21; in-person event Oct. 15 WCNY, Central New York’s flagship public broadcaster, is partnering with Lidia Bastianich for its live virtual Taste of Fame experience on May 21. The award-winning celebrity chef, author, and host of “Lidia’s Kitchen” (APT, WGBH) will also headline WCNY’s in-person event on Oct. 15 at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown This year, more than 25 participating PBS stations will be part of the Taste of Fame virtual event. Tickets are on sale for both events at www.wcny.org/tasteoffame. “We are very excited Chef

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