A Place in the Conversation

Cultivating Community Through Pollinator Gardens

In this episode, Nancy Nicewonger and Nick Everhart sit down with Lou Florence, a Kennett Library staff member, to explore how pollinator gardens and environmental initiatives are transforming the local community.Key highlights from the episode:• The Meadowitos Project, a volunteer-driven initiative placing pollinator gardens throughout the borough to support biodiversity and educate the public.• How native plants create resilient habitats, even in small spaces, and their vital role in combatting climate change impacts.• The library's Seed Library and how it encourages community members of all ages to grow their own plants, fostering connection and curiosity.• The broader impact of these initiatives, restoring fragmented ecosystems and building community bonds through shared environmental stewardship.Discover how a simple garden can spark big change in both nature and community.

Building Community Through Food

In this episode, Nancy Nicewonger and Nick Everhart sit down with Edie Burkey and Joan Holliday to discuss the vision behind the Kennett Community Grocer, a groundbreaking community-owned grocery store designed to bring people together and promote healthy living.Highlights from the episode:• The unique mission of the Kennett Community Grocer: A co-op model connecting local farms and food producers to the community.• The importance of inclusivity in the store’s design and offerings, ensuring it feels like home for everyone in Kennett Square.• The role of food as medicine and how the grocer will promote healthier eating habits and reduce reliance on processed foods.• Plans for a community gathering space, dubbed the "Supper Club," fostering conversations and connections over shared meals.Join us for the conversation, where we explore the power of food to unite a community and support a more inclusive, healthier future.

Honoring the Past, Looking to the Future

In the first episode of Season 2 of the A Place in the Conversation podcast, Nancy Nicewonger, Lead Facilitator at A Place in the Conversation, and Nick Everhart reflect on the podcast's journey and its future. They honor the legacy of Dan Nicewonger, whose passion for meaningful discussions and storytelling shaped the foundation of this series.
What to expect in this episode:
Insights into how Dan's vision continues to guide the podcast.
Stories of impactful conversations with community members and nonprofits.
Plans to bring more voices from the Kennett Square community to light.
This heartfelt conversation celebrates the power of connection, the importance of sharing untold stories, and the drive to keep the podcast alive.

Dwell Well: The Quest for Affordable Housing

In this episode, Dan & Nick make A Place in the Conversation for Luke Zubrod and Burt Rothenberger to discuss Housing Affordability.
Luke works for Square Roots Collective and serves on the Kennett Borough Planning Commission. Burt first became interested in Housing Affordability through his work with Westminister Presbyterian Church. Luke and Burt serve on the Southern Chester County Council on Housing Affordability.
Join us for a great conversation about ensuring everyone can call SCC home.

Rhythms of Spirit: Exploring Jazz Vespers with Bryan Tuk

Nick and Dan make A Place in the Conversation to speak with Bryan Tuk of Groove Kennett Square.
Bryan shares his passion for drumming and the mission of Groove Kennett Square.
He also discusses a new project, Jazz Vesper Services. These services help create space for quiet reflection and give people an opportunity to pause and find peace in a very busy world.
Join us for a special conversation about finding your passion and turning it into your life's work.

"Crossroads and Choices: Discerning Transitions with Clarity"

We all face seasons of transition and change. Navigating those well requires us to discern our current realities and healthy next steps.
Join Dan, Ronny Russell, and Jim White as they discuss seasons of transition and making wise decisions. Jim shares some of the wrestling that went on as he thought about retirement. He speaks about family, job, calling, and personal desires. Discerning the next steps in a way that honors each area requires wisdom.  
Loves Grove Church, Stanfield, NC

"Sacred Strokes: The Power of Sacred Art"

Sacred Artist Neilson Carlin joins Nick & Dan. Neilson “is a professional artist with 25 years of experience as a teacher and painter.” He offers classes through the Carlin Academy of Fine Art in Kennett Square.
Neilson also specializes in commissioned sacred and devotional art.  After two decades in the commercial and gallery art markets, a conversion to Catholicism prompted Neilson to commit his career to working for the Church.
Neilson was commissioned by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to paint an image of the Holy Family for use during the 2015 World Meeting of Families.
Neilson Carlin
Carlin Academy of Fine Art

"Seven Years of Grace: Finding Light in the Cancer Journey”

On today’s podcast, Dan turns hosting and interview duties over to his good friend Ronny Russell.
Ronny takes the opportunity to interview Dan, asking questions about his cancer diagnosis and the seven-year cancer journey. Ronny’s insightful questions and Dan’s openness provide a glimpse of how one person has learned to “live with cancer.”
To read more of Dan’s story, The Journey Continues.
For deeper lessons learned along the journey, Caring Conversations.
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Retirement vs Refirement with Ronny Russell
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Live Again Ministries
 
 

"Neighborly Fix-Ups: Home Repair with Good Neighbors"

Harold Naylor from Good Neighbors Home Repair joins Nick and Dan. Good Neighbors believes “everyone should have a safe place to live.” They build partnerships within the community to provide critical home repairs for those in need. “From fixing a leaking roof to broken windows or a worn-out furnace, our vision is for all people in our communities to live in a warm, safe, dry and healthy home.” 
Good Neighbors Home Repair

Breaking Traditions: Spiritual Journeys Outside the Church

What happens when there is a break between what religious leaders say and what they do?
Join Dan, Nick, and Tim as they share pieces of their spiritual journey and the struggles that came when teaching differed from action.
Letting go of the ego and releasing hurt and pain from the past are all first steps in pursuing a growing spiritual life.
Tim, Nick, and Dan share openly and honestly about their journey.