Episode 6 of Milling About with Brianna Rose Airs February 18
Sunday, February 14, 2021 at 8:07AMArticle by Becky Fillinger
Brianna RoseThe February episode of Milling About with Brianna Rose will first air on Thursday, February 18 at 8PM on MCN6. The show replays for a month every Thursday and Friday at 8PM and Monday and Tuesday at 5PM.
The February show covers many topics that we know you’re going to like! Here is the lineup:
Ramona Kitto Stately, Project Director of We Are Still Here Minnesota. Ramona kicks off a new segment for Milling About – Contemporary Native News. She explains that while Native populations are ancient, they’re also modern. She gives us several examples of how to change the narratives around toxic, outdated stereotypes of Native Americans.
Ed Heimel, 2020 Volunteer of the Year for the Mississippi National River and Recreational Area. Ed was recognized for his volunteer activities which run the gamut – office work, field research, museum docent and travel guide!
Lynn Gordon, Founder and President of the French Meadow Bakery and Cafe. Lynn tells us how the legendary restaurant survived the COVID-19 lockdowns and her unique approach to the menu – which means there’s something on the menu for everyone – carnivores, gluten-free and vegetarians can all find delicious choices. Lynn also describes the latest menu creations by newly installed chef Dusty Graham.
Hawona Sullivan Janzen, interdisciplinary artist, tells us about how her early work as a curator lead to her writing career and how the Mississippi River inspires much of her writing. Don’t miss her recitation of her poem Uncle Speed.
Keith Parker, Executive Director of Great River Greening, tells us about the organization’s 26-year history of land restoration and ecosystem enhancement. 44,000 volunteers have assisted their efforts – providing a source of people-power and a base of citizens to carry their conservation messages to the greater community.
Audrey Liquard, our Zero Waste Lifestyle expert, gives us advice in eliminating single use plastic from our lives.
Milling About with Brianna Rose is a production of Mill City Times, covering topics of interest to our readers. We focus on local entertainers, small businesses, neighborhood stories, Mississippi River connections, local food producers and history - and are open to suggestions! To suggest ideas or to be a guest on the show, please email executive producer, Becky Fillinger, at becky_fillinger@hotmail.com.
